Panasonic TH-50LFE6U Operating Insructions

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Operating Instructions
FULL HD LCD Display
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
English
please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Model No.
TH-42LFE6U
TH-50LFE6U

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  • Page 1 Model No. TH-42LFE6U TH-50LFE6U Operating Instructions FULL HD LCD Display Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, English please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 2 CAUTION 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 quali¿ ed service personnel. The lightning flash with The exclamation point within arrow-head within a triangle a t r i a n g l e i s i n t e n d e d t o is in tend ed to tell the user...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    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 ampli¿...
  • Page 4: 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 LCD Display. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
  • Page 5: Fcc Statement

    Any changes or modi¿ cations not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    This LCD 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.) • Pedestal ........... TY-ST42PE6 Always be sure to ask a quali¿...
  • Page 7: Maintenance

    Display, unplug the power cord immediately. bracket (TH-42LFE6U: VESA 400X400, • Continuous use of the Display under these conditions might TH-50LFE6U: VESA 400X200) must be used. cause ¿ re or permanent damage to the unit. Have the Display evaluated at an Authorized Service Center. Services...
  • Page 8: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Supplied Check that you have the Accessories and items shown Operating CD-ROM Remote Control Transmitter Batteries for the Instruction book (Operating N2QAYB000691 Remote Control instructions) Transmitter (AA Size × 2) AC cord Ferrite core × 2 Cable tie × 2 J0KG00000014 TMM17499 Use the Ferrite cores...
  • Page 9: Connections

    Connections AC cord connection AC cord (accessory) Notes: • Insert the AC cord ¿ rmly into place. • When disconnecting the AC cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the AC cord plug at the socket outlet ¿ rst. • The included AC cord is for use with this unit only. Video equipment connection SERIAL IN SERIAL Input Terminal...
  • Page 10: Audio Out Connection

    Connections AUDIO OUT connection Note: Additional equipment and cables shown are not supplied with this set. Stereophonic sound code audio equipment Stereo mini plug (M3) line-in HDMI connection [Pin assignments and signal names] Pin No. Signal Name Pin No. Signal Name T.M.D.S Clock T.M.D.S Data2+ Shield...
  • Page 11: Dvi-D In Connection

    Connections DVI-D IN connection PC with DVI-D video out Installing the Ferrite core Shared with PC Stereo mini plug (M3) Pull back the tabs Open the Less than Less than (in two places) Ferrite core 1.97 inch 1.97 inch Ferrite core (5 cm) (5 cm) (supplied)
  • Page 12: Pc Input Terminals Connection

    Connections PC Input Terminals connection (Female) Conversion adapter COMPUTER (if necessary) Mini D-sub 15p (Male) Shared with DVI-D IN. Audio Stereo mini plug (M3) Connect a cable which matches the audio output terminal on the computer. Notes: • Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 30 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning frequency of 48 to 120 Hz.
  • Page 13: Serial Terminals Connection

    Connections SERIAL Terminals connection The SERIAL terminal is used when the Display is controlled by a computer. COMPUTER RS-232C Straight cable (Male) (Female) D-sub 9p Notes: • Use the RS-232C straight cable to connect the computer to the Display. • The computer shown is for example purposes only. •...
  • Page 14: Power On / Off

    Power ON / OFF Connecting the AC cord plug to the Display. Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet. Note: When disconnecting the AC cord, be absolutely sure to Power switch disconnect the AC cord plug at the socket outlet ¿ rst. Press the Power switch on the Display to turn the set on: Power-On.
  • Page 15 Power ON / OFF When ¿ rst switching on the unit Following screen will be displayed when the unit is turned on for the ¿ rst time. Select the items with the remote control. Unit buttons are invalid. OSD LANGUAGE English (UK) OSD LANGUAGE Deutsch...
  • Page 16: Selecting The Input Signal

    Selecting the input signal Press to select the input signal to be played back from the equipment which has been connected to the Display. Input signals will change as follows: HDMI HDMI: HDMI input terminal in AV IN (HDMI). PC: PC input terminal in PC IN. DVI: DVI input terminal in DVI-D IN.
  • Page 17: Basic Controls

    Basic Controls Main Unit 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 the control terminal selection is “LAN”.
  • Page 18: Remote Control Transmitter

    Basic Controls Remote Control Transmitter OFF TIMER button The Display can be preset to switch to stand-by after a ¿ xed period. The setting changes to 30 ACTION button minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes and 0 minutes (off Press to make selections. timer cancelled) each time the button is pressed.
  • Page 19: Aspect Controls

    ASPECT Controls The Display will allow you to enjoy viewing the picture at its maximum size, including wide screen cinema format picture. Note: Be aware that if you put the display in a public place for commercial purposes or a public showing and then use the aspect mode select function to shrink or expand the picture, you may be violating the copyright under copyright law.
  • Page 20: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom This displays an enlargement of the designated part of the displayed image. Display the operation guide. Press to access Digital Zoom. EXIT The operation guide will be displayed. During Digital Zoom, only the following buttons can be operated. [Remote control] POSITION / ACTION button...
  • Page 21: On-Screen Menu Displays

    On-Screen Menu Displays Remote Control Unit Display the menu screen. Press to select. (Example: PICTURE menu) Press several times. Each time the MENU button is pressed, the menu screen will switch. Normal Viewing PICTURE SOUND POS. /SIZE SET UP Select the item. Select.
  • Page 22: Adjusting Pos. /Size

    Adjusting POS. /SIZE Press to display the POS. /SIZE menu. POS. /SIZE Press to select the menu to adjust. NORMALIZE NORMAL AUTO SETUP H-POS H-SIZE V-POS V-SIZE Press to adjust the menu. CLOCK PHASE DOT CLOCK 1:1 PIXEL MODE Note: Unadjustable items are grayed out.
  • Page 23 Adjusting POS. /SIZE H-POS Adjust the horizontal position. V-POS Adjust the vertical position. H-SIZE Adjust the horizontal size. V-SIZE Adjust the vertical size. Clock (During PC input signal) Phase Eliminate the À ickering and distortion. Dot Clock (During PC input signal) Periodic striped pattern interference (noise) may occur when a striped pattern is displayed.
  • Page 24: Picture Adjustments

    PICTURE Adjustments Press to display the PICTURE menu. Select to adjust each item. Press to select the menu to adjust. Select the desired level by looking at the picture behind the menu. Note: Menu that cannot be adjusted is grayout. Adjustable menu changes depending on signal, input and menu setting.
  • Page 25: Advanced Settings

    PICTURE Adjustments Notes: Item Effect Adjustments • You can change the level of each function (BACKLIGHT, PICTURE, BRIGHTNESS, BACKLIGHT Adjusts luminance of the back light. Darker Brighter SHARPNESS) for each PICTURE MENU. PICTURE Adjusts the proper picture contrast. • The setting details for STANDARD, Less More DYNAMIC and CINEMA respectively...
  • Page 26: Sound Adjustment

    SOUND Adjustment SOUND Press to display the SOUND menu. NORMALIZE NORMAL OUTPUT SELECT SPEAKERS Select to adjust each item. AUDIO MENU STANDARD Press to select the menu to adjust. BASS TREBLE Select the desired level by listening to the sound. BALANCE SURROUND Press to exit from adjust mode.
  • Page 27: Present Time Setup / Set Up Timer

    PRESENT TIME SETUP / SET UP TIMER The timer can switch the Display ON or OFF. SET UP Before attempting Timer Set, con¿ rm the PRESENT TIME OF DAY and adjust if MULTI DISPLAY SETUP necessary. Then set POWER ON TIME / POWER OFF TIME. SET UP TIMER PRESENT TIME SETUP NETWORK SETUP...
  • Page 28: Set Up Timer

    PRESENT TIME SETUP / SET UP TIMER SET UP TIMER Set the program for turning the power ON/OFF and select the input signal at the speci¿ ed time. Up to 20 programs can be set. [Setting Example] Program 1, Every Monday, 12:00, Power On, Input: HDMI SET UP TIMER PRESENT TIME OF DAY MON 0 : 03 Set the program number.
  • Page 29: Screensaver

    SCREENSAVER (For preventing image retention) Do not display a still picture, especially in 4:3 mode, for any length of time. If the display must remain on, a SCREENSAVER should be used. When the screen saver is operating, the following 5 patterns are displayed full screen for 5 seconds each. Black Dark Gray Gray Light Gray White SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu.
  • Page 30: Setup Of Screensaver Time

    SCREENSAVER (For preventing image retention) Setup of SCREENSAVER Time After selecting TIME OF DAY, INTERVAL or STANDBY AFTER SCR SAVER, the relevant Time Setup will become available for selection and the Operating Time may be set. (Time cannot be set when “MODE” is “ON” or “OFF”.) Press to select START TIME / FINISH TIME (When TIME OF SCREENSAVER DAY is selected).
  • Page 31: No Activity Power Off

    NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. SIGNAL SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL Press to select the menu to adjust. ECO MODE SETTINGS WOBBLING YUV/RGB-IN SELECT NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF DISABLE ENGLISH ( US ) OSD LANGUAGE Press to select “ENABLE”...
  • Page 32: Eco Mode Settings

    ECO MODE SETTINGS ECO MODE SETTINGS ECO MODE CUSTOM select Press , select “ECO MODE SETTINGS” NO SIGNAL POWER OFF adjust ENABLE PC POWER MANAGEMENT in “SETUP” menu and press button. DVI-D POWER MANAGEMENT POWER SAVE ECO MODE CUSTOM: The menu of power consumption reduction is individually set. ON: The following ¿...
  • Page 33: Customizing The Input Labels

    Customizing the Input labels This function can change the label of the Input signal to be displayed. (see page 16) SET UP Press to display the SETUP menu. SIGNAL SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL Press to select INPUT LABEL. ECO MODE SETTINGS WOBBLING YUV/RGB-IN SELECT Press to display the INPUT LABEL menu.
  • Page 34: Selecting The On-Screen Menu Language

    Selecting the On-Screen Menu Language Press to display the SET UP menu. Press to select OSD LANGUAGE. Press to select your preferred language. Selectable languages English (UK) SET UP Deutsch SIGNAL SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL Français ECO MODE SETTINGS WOBBLING Italiano YUV/RGB-IN SELECT Español NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF...
  • Page 35: Set Up For Multi Display

    SET UP for MULTI DISPLAY By lining up the Displays in groups, for example, as illustrated below, an enlarged picture may be displayed across all screens. For this mode of operation, each display has to be set up with a Display number to determine its location. (Example) group of 2 (2 ×...
  • Page 36: Id Remote Control Function

    SET UP for MULTI DISPLAY Item Details Select the required arrangement number. (A1-A5 : Refer to the following) Display Number locations for each arrangement. (Examples) LOCATION ( 2 × 1) ( 3 × 1 ) ( 4 × 1 ) ( 5 ×...
  • Page 37: Set Up For Input Signals

    SET UP for Input Signals YUV / RGB-IN SELECT Select to match the signals from the source connected to DVI-D IN terminal. YUV signals “YUV” RGB signals “RGB” SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. SIGNAL SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL Press to select the “YUV / RGB-IN SELECT”.
  • Page 38: Signal Menu

    SET UP for Input Signals SIGNAL menu Note: “SIGNAL” setup menu displays a different setting condition for each input signal. SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. SIGNAL SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL Press to select the “SIGNAL”. ECO MODE SETTINGS WOBBLING YUV/RGB-IN SELECT NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF...
  • Page 39: Xga Mode

    SET UP for Input Signals XGA MODE This menu is displayed when the PC IN input signal is selected. This menu sets two types of XGA signals with 60Hz vertical frequency having different aspect ratios and sampling rates (1,024 × 768 @ 60Hz and 1,366 × 768 @ 60Hz). When a 1,280 x 768 @ 60Hz input signal is automatically detected, the image is processed as a 1,280 x 768 @ 60Hz XGA input signal irrespective of this setting.
  • Page 40: Hdmi Range

    SET UP for Input Signals HDMI RANGE Switches the dynamic range according to the input signal from HDMI terminal. Press to select “HDMI RANGE”. [ Digital ] SIGNAL Press to select “VIDEO(16-235)”, “FULL(0-255)”, 3 : 2 PULLDOWN “AUTO”. HDMI RANGE AUTO VIDEO(16-235): If the input signal is the video range, Example: HDMI terminal output for DVD player FULL(0-255): If the input signal is full range, Example: HDMI terminal output for personal computer...
  • Page 41: Network Setup

    NETWORK SETUP Con¿ gure the various settings required to use the network function. SETUP NETWORK SETUP NETWORK SETUP MULTI DISPLAY SETUP CONTROL INTERFACE AMX D.D. Press SET UP TIMER RS-232C CRESTRON CONNECTED™ PRESENT TIME SETUP DISPLAY NAME NETWORK SETUP LFE6-00 MENU DISPLAY DURATION 15 S LAN SETUP...
  • Page 42 NETWORK SETUP LAN SETUP Detailed network settings for the LAN established via the LAN terminal of the Display or twisted pair cable transmitter can be con¿ gured. DHCP, IP ADDRESS, SUBNET MASK, and GATEWAY SETTINGS Select “LAN Setup” and press Set DHCP.
  • Page 43: Options Adjustments

    Options Adjustments Options Press to display the SET UP menu. Input Search On screen display Press to select “OSD LANGUAGE”. Initial input Initial VOL level Maximum VOL level Input lock Button lock Press for more than 3 seconds. Remocon User level Options Press to select “Options”.
  • Page 44 Options Adjustments Item Adjustments Locks the input switch operation. HDMI Notes: Input lock • Only the adjusted signal is displayed (see page 16). • Input switch can be used when this is set to “Off”. MENU&ENTER Off: All the buttons on main unit can be used. MENU ENTER/ MENU&ENTER: Locks...
  • Page 45: Input Search

    Options Adjustments Item Adjustments Set the functions that operates when is pressed. Signal: The “SIGNAL” menu is displayed. Screensaver: The “SCREENSAVER” menu is displayed. ECO menu: The “ECO MODE SETTINGS” menu is displayed. Set up TIMER: The “Set up TIMER” menu is displayed. Note: Factory settings are as follows.
  • Page 46: Using Network Function

    Using Network Function Network Connection This unit has a network function to control the network connected display with your computer. Note: To use the network function, set each “Network Setup” setting and make sure to set the “CONTROL INTERFACE” to “LAN”.
  • Page 47: Command Control

    Commands used in the serial control are supported. (see page 13) Note: Consult your local Panasonic dealer for detail instructions on command usage. PJLink™ Protocol The network function of the unit conforms with PJLink™ class 1 and you can operate the following actions from your computer using PJLink™...
  • Page 48: Using Web Browser Control

    The password can be changed on the Password Setup screen after logging in (see page 50). The user name cannot be changed. Under no circumstances, Panasonic Corporation or it's associated companies will ask customers their password directly. Even if you are asked directly, please do not reveal your password.
  • Page 49: Display Control (Basic Control/Option Control Screen)

    Using Web Browser Control TOP screen structure of the Web browser control After logging in, the TOP screen of the Web browser control is displayed. Menu Menu items are displayed. When a button is clicked, setup screen of each item is displayed. Item Details BASIC...
  • Page 50: Network Setting (Network Setting Screen)

    Enter the old password. PASSWORD Enter the new password. PASSWORD Notes: Enter the password entered in “NEW • The default password is “panasonic”. PASSWORD PASSWORD” for con¿ rmation. • Up to 32 alphanumeric characters can be used for a (RETYPE) password.
  • Page 51: Crestron Connected™ Page

    Using Web Browser Control Crestron Connected™ page You can monitor or control the Display using Crestron Connected™. When you click [Crestron Connected™], the Crestron Connected™ operation page is displayed. If Adobe Flash Player is not installed in your computer, or if the browser does not support Flash, this page does not appear.
  • Page 52 Using Web Browser Control Info page Click Info on the operation page. 1 Display name Displays the name of the Display. 2 Mac Address Displays the MAC address. 3 Resolution Displays the resolution of the Display. 4 Power Status Displays the status of the power. 5 Source Displays the selected video input.
  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before you call for service, determine the symptoms and make a few simple checks as shown below. Symptoms Checks Picture Sound Electrical Appliances Interference Noisy Sound Cars / Motorcycles Fluorescent light Volume Normal Picture No Sound (Check whether the mute function has been activated on the remote control.) Not plugged into AC outlet Not switched on No Picture...
  • Page 54: Applicable Input Signals

    Applicable input signals PC signals Mark: Applicable input signal Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency PC IN DVI-D IN Signal name HDMI (kHz) (Hz) (Dot clock (MHz)) (Dot clock (MHz)) 640x400@70Hz 31.46 70.07 * (25.17) 640x480@60Hz 31.47 59.94 * (25.18) * (25.18) 640x480@72Hz 37.86 72.81...
  • Page 55: Shipping Condition

    Shipping condition This function allows you to reset the unit to the factory setting. SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. SIGNAL Press to select “OSD LANGUAGE”. SCREENSAVER INPUT LABEL ECO MODE SETTINGS WOBBLING YUV/RGB-IN SELECT Press for more than 3 seconds. NO ACTIVITY POWER OFF DISABLE ENGLISH ( US )
  • Page 56: Speci¿ Cations

    Speci¿ cations TH-42LFE6U TH-50LFE6U 110 - 127 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power Source Power Consumption Rated Power 65 W 90 W Consumption 0.5 W 0.5 W Stand-by condition 0.5 W 0.5 W Power off condition Sound 0.9” (22 mm) × 3.6” (90 mm) × 2 pcs...
  • Page 57 <Software Information for This Product> This product has software installed partially licensed under the Free BSD LICENSE. Free BSD LICENSE regulations under the above specifications are as follows: (These regulations are set by the third party; therefore the original (English) regulations are stated.) Copyright ©...
  • Page 58 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number ¤ Panasonic Corporation 2013 Panasonic System Communications Company of North America Unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America Executive Of¿ ce : Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Panasonic Canada Inc.

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