Panasonic PT-51SX30 User manual

Panasonic
Color Video Projection System
Operating Instructions
PT-51SX30 PT-61SX30 PT-56SX30
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WARNING
To move set, push from left side of set. Casters on right side
do not pivot in all directions. Set can tip over if moved from
right side, with risk of personal injury.
ADVERTENCIA
Para mover el conjunto, empuje desde el lado izquierdo del
mismo. Los rolanas de la derecha no son pivotantes en todas
las direcciones. El conjunto se puede tumbar si se lo mueve
desde el lado derecho, corriendo asi el riesgo de sufrir danos
personales.
Mise en garde
Lors du dbplacement du tel6viseur, le pouser sur son cot6
gauche. Les roulettes du cote droit ne pouvant tourner dans
toutes les directions, l’appareil pourrait tomber s’il est pousse
de ce cote et causer ainsi des risques de blessure.
Certain audio features of this product manufacture under a license from Desper Products, Inc.
Spatial izer® and the circle*in-square device and trademarks owned by Desper Products, Inc.
Spatializer U S. Patents are; 4,308,423; 4,355.203 and 5,412,731.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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.
A 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.
A The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to tell the
user that important operating
and servicing instructions are in
L the papers with the appliance.
WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance
to rain or moisture.

Table of Contents _
Table of Contents
Congratulations.3
Customer Record.3
Care and Cleaning.3
Specifications.3
Installation.4
Television Location.4
Optional Cable Connections. 4
AC Power Supply Cord.4
Cable / Antenna.4
Optional Equipment Connections.5
VCR Connection.5
Cable Box Connection.6
VCR and Cable Box Connection.7
Amplifier Connection (To Audio Amp) .8
Program Out Connection (Prog.Out).8
Dolby Center Channel Input Connection.9
Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation.10
Basic PIP Operation.10
PIP Operation with a Cable Box.10
Digital TV - Set-Top (DTV-STB) Connection.11
Roller Guide Menu ™ N a v i g a t i o n . 1 2
Basic Navigation. 1 2
Remote Control Guide.12
Roller Guide Feature Chart.13
Special Features.16
Menu Languages.16
Program Channels.16
Closed Captioning.17
Convergence.17
Sleep Timer.19
Timer 1 and 2.19
Picture.20
Audio.20
Channels - Favorites.21
Channels - Caption.21
Lock.22
Troubleshooting Chart.23
Read these instructions completely before operating PTV.
Contents are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Copyright 2000 by Matsushita Electric Corporation of America. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.
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CONGRA TULA TIONS
Congra tula tions
Your new Projection Television (PTV) features state-of-the-art technology for high
quality picture and sound with complete audio/video connections for your home
theater system. Your PTV is designed to give you many years of enjoyment. It was
thoroughly tested and tuned at the factory for best performance.
Customer Record
The model and serial number of this product are located on the back of the PTV. You
should note the model and serial number in the space provided and retain as a permanent
record of your purchase. This will aid in identification in the event of theft or loss. Product
registraton for U.S. customers is available at: www.prodreg.com/panasonic.
Model
Number - - ;
Serial i
Number . . .
Care and Cleaning
Projection Screen (Turn PTV Off)
The projection screen is a high precision lens system which has a protective screen.
The protective screen is fully washable with the following precautions:
□ Use a mild soap solution or window cleaner and a clean cloth.
• DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS.
• Do not use laundry detergent or automatic dishwasher soap.
• Do not use alcohol, ammonia, or petroleum based products.
□ Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.
• Prevent solution from running into the receiver below.
□ Avoid bumping or scraping the screen.
Cabinet and Remote Control
□ For cabinets and remote control, use a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild
detergent solution. Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.
□ Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.
Specifications
Power Source
PT-51SX30 (2.7A)
PT-56SX30 2.7A)
PT-61SX30 (2.7A)
120V AC, 60Hz
Channel Capability -161
VHF-12; UHF-56; Cabfe-125
4 Video Input Jacks
1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
8 Audio Input Jacks
500mV RMS 47K Ohm
Video Output Jack
1Vp-p, 75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
2 Audio Output Jacks
0-2.OV RMS 4.7K Ohm
Component Input (Y / P B / P R )
75 Ohm, Phono Jack Type
3 S-Video input Jacks
S-Video (Y-C) Connector
Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
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Installation
Installation
Television Location
This unit can be used as an entertainment center. Consult your dealer for available options.
□ Avoid excessive sunlight or bright lights, including reflections.
□ Keep away from excessive heat or moisture. Inadequate ventilation may cause internal
component failure.
□ Fluorescent lighting may reduce remote control transmitting range.
□ Keep away from magnetic equipment, including motors, fans and external speakers.
Optional Cable Connections
Shielded audio and video cables should be used between components. For best results:
□ Use 75-ohm coaxial shielded cables.
□ Use appropriate input and output connectors, that match your component connectors.
□ Avoid long cables to minimize interference.
AC Power Supply Cord
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK. MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLET AND FULLY INSERT. DO NOT USE A PLUG WITH A
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADE CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. FOR SOME MODELS THAT ARE
NON-POLARIZED, THE USE OF AN AC ADAPTOR CONNECTOR MAY
BE NECESSARY.
Polarized plug
NorvPolarized plug
Cable / Antenna
For proper reception, either a cable or antenna connection is required.
Cable Connection
Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.
Note: A cable converter box may be required for proper reception.
Check with your local cable company for compatibility
requirements .
Antenna Connections
Incoming Cable from
Cable Company
75 Ohm VHF/UHF
on back of PTV
For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For
best reception an outdoor antenna is recommended.
Connect home antenna to ANTI connection on back of
television. Select TV mode and ANTI in the SET UP menu
under Prog Chan.
Incoming Cable from
Home Antenna
Cable Mode is preset at the factory.
Antenna users must change to TV Mode and
ANT 1 in the Set Up menu.

Installation
Optional Equipment Connections
VCR Connection
Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a VCR only.
Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference Guide .
Viewing a television program
Procedure
1. Select ANTI in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to the television program you want to view.
Viewing a video
Procedure
□ Option A
1. Select ANTI in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.
3. Begin the video.
□ Option B
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.
3. Begin the video
Recording a television program
Procedure
□ Option A (Recording and viewing the same program)
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.
3. Using the VCR, tune to the television program you want to record.
4. Begin recording.
□ Option B (Recording one program while viewing another program)
1. Select ANT 1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input (VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.
3. Using the VCR, tune to the television program you want to record.
4. Begin recording.
5. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to switch back to TV mode.
6. Tune the television to the television program you want to view.

Installation ____
Optional Equipment Connections (Cont.)
Open the door on the PTV front panel to use the connections for your optional
equipment (Palmcorder, VCR, or other video components). Select input 4 mode by
pressing TV/VIDEO button.
CONNECTIONS OF FRONT OF PTV
INPUT 4 ® ® ®
S-VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R
Cable Box Connection
Follow this diagram when connecting your television to a cable box only.
TERMINALS ON BACK OF PTV
Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the cable
box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick Reference
Guide.
Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to Channel 3.
3. Using the cable box r tune to the premium cable channel you want to view.
Note: To use special features such as Favorite Channels and Channel Captions (see Special
Features section for more information), ANTI must be selected in the SET UP menu
under Prog Chan.
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Installation
Optional Equipment Connections (Cont.)
VCR and Cable Box Connection
Follow this diagram when connecting your television to both a VCR and a cable box.
VCR
Note: The remote control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR and
cable box. See Programming the Remote Control in the Remote Control Quick
Reference Guide .
Viewing a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan (Program Channels).
2. Tune the television to Channel 3.
3. Using the cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to view.
Note: To use special features such as Favorite Channels and Channel Captions (see Special
Features section for more information), ANTI must be selected in the SET UP menu
under Prog Chan .
Recording a premium (scrambled) cable channel
Procedure
1. Select ANT2 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.
2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select the video input ( VIDEO 1,
VIDEO 2, etc.) connected to your VCR.
3. Turn the VCR ON.
4. Tune the VCR to Channel 3 or 4, depending on your VCR.
5. Using your cable box, tune to the premium cable channel you want to record.
6. Begin recording.
Note: To view a different channel while recording:
• Select ANT 1 in the SET UP menu under Prog Chan.
• Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control to select TV mode.
• Tune the television to a television program (except another premium cable channel).

Installation _
Optional Equipment Connections (Cont.)
Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)
To listen through a separate stereo system, connect an external audio amplifier TO AUDIO AMP
inputs on back of television.
Note: TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected directly to external speakers .
Audio Adjustments
1. Select SPEAKERS ON located in the on screen AUDIO menu .
2. Set amplifier volume to minimum.
3. Adjust PTV volume to desired level.
4. Adjust amplifier volume to match the PTV.
5. Select SPEAKERS OFF & VARIABLE AUDIO OUT from AUDIO menu to control
speakers from the PTV or select FIXED AUDIO OUT to control speakers from the
external amplifier.
6. Volume, mute, bass, treble and balance are now controlled from the PTV, if you select
VARIABLE AUDIO OUT mode.
Program Out Connection (PROG. OUT)
To use the PTV audio and video with optional video equipment, use PROG. OUT and TO
AUDIO AMP terminals on the back of the PTV.
Procedure
1. Connect optional video equipment to PROG. OUT video and TO AUDIO AMP R/L
Audio terminals.
2. PROG OUT terminal display is the same as the on screen display.
3. See optional equipment manual for further instructions for recording or monitoring.
TERMINALS ON BACK OF PTV
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