Panasonic TH-50PX600U Operating Instructions Manual

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54 55FAQs, etc.Technical InformationHDMI connectionHDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-qualitysound by connecting the TV unit and the devices.HDMI-compatible equipment (*1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a set top box or a DVD player, can beconnected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.• HDMI is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface complying with a non-compression standard.• If the external device has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable (*2).• When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal.• Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI1 in” or “HDMI2 in” menu screen. (p. 32)Applicable audio signal sampling frequencies (L.PCM): 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz(*1): The HDMI logo is displayed on an HDMI-compliant device.(*2): Enquire at your local digital device retailer shop.Caution• Use with a PC is not assumed.• All signal is reformatted before being displayed on the screen.• If the connected device has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to “16:9”.• This HDMI connector is “type A”.• A device having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either “COMPONENT”, “SVIDEO”, or “VIDEO” to receive analog signals.• The HDMI input terminal can be used with only the following image signals: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p.Match the output setting of the digital device.• For details of the applicable HDMI signals, see below.* Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y, P B, PR ), and HDMIInput signal that can be displayedTechnical InformationDo not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause an after-image to remain on either orboth sides of the display field.To reduce the risk of such an after-image, change the brightness of the side bars.• The side bar may flash (alternate black/white) depending on the picture. Using Cinema mode will reduce suchflashing (see below).Side BarSide Bar4:3ScreenDisplayafter-imagesPic. mode• Vivid (default) : Provides enhanced picture contrast and sharpness for viewing in a well-lit room.• Standard : Recommended for normal viewing conditions with subdued room lighting.• Cinema : For watching movies in a darkened room. It provides a soft, film-like picture.TV Guide (Reminder Screen)If you skip TV Guide On Screen Setup you see the TV Guide On Screen Reminder screen the next time you powerOn your TV.Press Ÿ/ź to highlight an option, and press OK.• Start setup : Begins setup process• Remind me to set up later : Closes screen and displays reminder next time you powerOn the TV• Don’t remind me again : Closes screen and does not display reminder next time youpower On the TVPress to close the screen.horizontalfrequency (kHz) verticalfrequency (Hz) COMPONENT HDMI PC525 (480) / 60i 15.73 59.94 * *525 (480) /60p 31.47 59.94 * *750 (720) /60p 45.00 59.94 * *1,125 (1,080) /60i 33.75 59.94 * *1,125 (1,080) /60p 67.43 59.94 *1,125 (1,080) /60p 67.50 60.00 *640 × 400 @70 31.47 70.08 *640 × 480 @60 31.47 59.94 *Macintosh13” (640 × 480) 35.00 66.67 *640 × 480 @75 37.50 75.00 *852 × 480 @60 31.47 59.94 *800 × 600 @60 37.88 60.32 *800 × 600 @75 46.88 75.00 *800 × 600 @85 53.67 85.08 *Macintosh16” (832 × 624) 49.73 74.55 *1,024 × 768 @60 48.36 60.00 *1,024 × 768 @70 56.48 70.07 *1,024 × 768 @75 60.02 75.03 *1,024 × 768 @85 68.68 85.00 *Macintosh 21” (1,152 × 870) 68.68 75.06 *1,280 × 1,024 @60 Hz 63.98 60.02 *1,366 × 768 @60 Hz 48.36 60.00 *Split - Screen• TV screen (RF input) cannot be displayed in both main and split frame simultaneously.• Split function is not available when HDMI input and PC input is displayed. HDMI signal and PC input cannot bedisplayed in Split frame.CableCARD TM• This menu is used to provide information when a CableCARD TM is insertedinto the CableCARD TM slot on the back of the television. “CableCARD” is notaccessible without inserting a CableCARD TM into the CableCARD TM slot. Toreceive the features offered by your cable company, you may have to subscribeto those services.Note• Signals other than above may not be displayed properly.• The above signals are reformatted for optimal viewing on your display.NotePlease contact your cable company regarding availability of the CableCARD TM.The CableCARD TM is needed to receive premium digital services (where available) through the Cable input. You mayalso be able to order call-ahead pay per view events.CableCARD