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Model No. TH-103VX200U TH-85VX200U Operating Instructions High Defi nition Plasma Display Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, English please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
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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 qualifi 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...
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 amplifi...
Dear Panasonic Customer Welcome to the Panasonic family of customers. We hope that you will have many years of enjoyment from your new Plasma Display. To obtain maximum benefit from your set, please read these Instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference.
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by Panasonic Corp. of North America could void the user's authority to operate this device. FCC Declaration of Conformity Model No.
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.) • Pedestal ............. TY-ST85P12 (for TH-85VX200U) TY-ST103PF9 (for TH-103VX200U) •...
Safety Precautions For suffi cient ventilation; Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go. (TH-85VX200U) • If the plug is not fully inserted, heat may be generated If using the pedestal (optional accessory), leave a space which could cause fi...
Safety Precautions 3D Safety Precautions WARNING Small Parts 3D Eyewear contains small parts (battery and specialised band, etc.) and must be kept out of reach of small children to avoid accidental ingestion. Disassembly Do not disassemble or modify the 3D Eyewear. Lithium Battery Batteries must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fi...
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Safety Precautions Viewing 3D Content Content for 3D viewing includes commercially available Blu-ray discs, 3D broadcasts, etc. When preparing your own 3D content, ensure that it is properly produced. Do not use the 3D Eyewear if you have a history of over-sensitivity to light, heart problems, or have any other existing medical conditions.
Accessories Accessories Supplied Check that you have the Accessories and items shown Remote Control Batteries for Fixing band × 2 TH-85VX200U TH-103VX200U Transmitter the Remote TMME203 Clamper × 1 AC cord Control N2QAYB000562 TMM15412-2 Transmitter (AA Size × 2) Use the clamper when connecting a LAN cable.
Connections AC cord connection and fi xing, cable fi xing TH-85VX200U AC cord of this model is fi xed and connected to the main unit. No AC cord needs to be connected. – How to Unfasten the AC cord Loosen the fi xing band securing the AC cord. To loosen: Push the catch Pull...
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Connections TH-103VX200U – AC cord fi xing Unplug the AC cord Close Push until the hook clicks. Unplug the Plug the AC cord into AC cord Open the display unit. pressing the 2. Pull off. Plug the AC cord until two knobs.
Connections Video equipment connection SERIAL 3D SHUTTER OUT AUDIO OUT Control the Plasma Display Connect the 3D IR Connect to sound by connecting to PC. TRANSMITTER equipment. (see page 16) (optional accessory). (see below) COMPONENT/RGB IN PC IN AV IN (HDMI 1-4) SLOT Connect to a Component/RGB Video...
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) Mini D-sub 15p PC cable (Male) Notes: • With regard to the typical PC input signals that are described in the applicable input signals list (see page 65), 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. Note: To use serial control for this unit, make sure to set the “CONTROL I/F SELECT” in the “NETWORK SETUP” menu to “RS-232C”.
Power ON / OFF Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display. For TH-103VX200U Fix the AC cord plug securely to the Plasma Display with the clamper. (see page 12) Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet. Note: For TH-103VX200U When disconnecting the AC cord, be absolutely sure to Right side surface disconnect the AC cord plug at the socket outlet fi...
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Power ON / OFF When fi rst switching on the unit Following screen will be displayed when the unit is turned on for the fi rst time. Select the language with the remote control. Unit buttons are invalid. OSD LANGUAGE OSD LANGUAGE English (UK) Select the language.
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 HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI input terminals in HDMI 1 to HDMI 4. HDMI3 HDMI4 Component or RGB input terminal in COMPONENT/RGB IN.* COMPONENT PC input terminal in PC IN.
Basic Controls Main Unit Right side Enter / Aspect button surface (see page 22, 27) Up / Down button When the menu screen is displayed: ENTER/ “▲” : press to move the cursor up “▼” : press to move the cursor down (see page 27) MENU MENU Screen ON / OFF...
Basic Controls Remote Control Transmitter Standby (ON / OFF) button PC button The Plasma Display must fi rst be plugged Press to select PC input. (see page 19) into the wall outlet and turned on at the power switch (see page 17). COMPO.
ASPECT Controls The Plasma 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.
Viewing 3D images You can enjoy viewing 3D images with contents or programmes corresponding to the 3D effect by wearing the 3D Eyewear (supplied). This display supports “Frame Sequential* ”, “Side by Side* ” and “Top and Bottom* ” 3D formats. * 1: The 3D format that the images for the left and right eyes are recorded with the high defi...
Viewing 3D images ■ Replacing the battery When the battery is running low, the indicator lamp fl ashes 5 times on turning the 3D Eyewear on. In this case, early battery replacement is recommended. • Dispose of the old batteries as non-burnable rubbish, or in line with the waste disposal regulations in your local area. Loosen the screw and remove the battery cover using the supplied screwdriver Screwdriver (supplied) Battery cover...
Viewing 3D images To view the 3D images To view the contents of the Frame Sequential format (ex. 3D-compatible Blu-ray Disc, etc.) with 3D effect Connect the 3D-compatible player via an HDMI cable (see page 14) and playback the contents. •...
Viewing 3D images Troubleshooting for 3D Eyewear Symptoms Checks Cannot see 3D images • Has the 3D Eyewear been switched On? • Ensure that “3D EYEWEAR” in “3D SETTINGS” is set to “ON”. (see page 47) • Some 3D image signals may not be automatically recognized as 3D images.
On-Screen Menu Displays Remote Control Unit Press several times. Display the menu screen. MENU Press Each time the MENU button is pressed, the menu screen will switch. Select the menu. Normal Viewing PICTURE Access SOUND POS. /SIZE SET UP PICTURE NORMALIZE SET UP PICTURE MENU...
Adjusting POS. /SIZE Display the menu screen. Select “POS. /SIZE”. access PICTURE SET UP POS. /SIZE select SOUND Select the item and set. NORMALIZE adjust AUTO SETUP H-POS select H-SIZE V-POS V-SIZE DOT CLOCK CLOCK PHASE CLAMP POSITION Note: 1:1 PIXEL MODE Unadjustable items are grayed out.
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Adjusting POS. /SIZE ● AUTO SETUP H-POS/V-POS, H-SIZE/V-SIZE, DOT CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE are automatically adjusted when the RGB or PC signal is received. This setting is enabled under the following conditions: • When “COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT” or “YUV/RGB-IN SELECT” in the “SET UP” menu (see page 44) is set to “RGB”, this setting is enabled.
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Adjusting POS. /SIZE ● OVER SCAN Turn image over scan ON/OFF. Confi gurable signals are as follows: 525i, 525p, 625i, 625p, 750/60p, 750/50p (Component Video, RGB, DVI, SDI, HDMI) Notes: • When “OFF” is set, “H-SIZE” and “V-SIZE” cannot be adjusted. •...
PICTURE Adjustments Display the menu screen. Select “PICTURE”. access PICTURE SET UP POS. /SIZE select SOUND Select the item and set. NORMALIZE adjust PICTURE MENU STANDARD PICTURE select BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT Note: SHARPNESS COLOR TEMP NORMAL Menu that cannot be adjusted is grayout. Adjustable menu changes depending ADVANCED SETTINGS on signal, input and menu setting.
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PICTURE Adjustments ● PICTURE MENU You can switch to the optimal picture mode for the video source STANDARD DYNAMIC and viewing environment. MONITOR CINEMA STANDARD: CINEMA: For viewing in standard (evening lighting) environments. Ideal for movies. This menu selects the normal levels of BRIGHTNESS MONITOR: and PICTURE.
PICTURE Adjustments ADVANCED SETTINGS Enables fi ne picture adjustment at a professional level. Notes: • The adjustment values are memorized separately for each input terminal. • The adjustment range values should be used as an adjustment reference. Select the item and set. NORMALIZE ADVANCED SETTINGS PICTURE MENU...
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PICTURE Adjustments ● 3:2 When “ON”, the display attempts to reproduce a more natural interpretation of sources such as movie pictures, which are PULLDOWN recorded at 24 frames per second. If the picture is not stable, turn the setting to “OFF”. Note: When “ON”, this setting only affects the following signal input: •...
PICTURE Adjustments Color space adjustment (COLOR GAMUT) Changes the color space to BT.709 signal standard chromaticity point and fi ne-tunes it. ADVANCED SETTINGS NORMALIZE Select the item and set. BLACK EXTENSION access INPUT LEVEL COLOR GAMUT change GAMMA COLOR GAMUT NATIVE W/B HIGH R select...
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PICTURE Adjustments ● RESET Resets the adjustment value of color space. Note: This setting is refl ected only for the selected input terminal and the “PICTUR MENU”. Select “RESET”. COLOR GAMUT access COLOR GAMUT CUSTOM EDIT select 65535 2900 R RATIO G RATIO 2110 65535 B RATIO...
Picture Profi les Up to 16 combinations of picture adjustment values (in the PICTURE menu and ADVANCED SETTINGS) can be stored in the display memory as profi les and applied as needed, for a convenient way to enjoy your preferred picture settings. Note: If setting items (PITCURE menu and ADVANCED SETTINGS) are set differently between MEMORY SAVE and MEMORY LOAD, they may not refl...
Picture Profi les Saving profi les Follow these steps to save picture adjustment values as profi les. Note: When the settings are locked in “EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS”, profi les cannot be saved. Enter a name for the profi le. Specify the picture quality in the PICTURE menu [Entering profi...
Picture Profi les Loading profi les Load profi les and apply the picture adjustment values to the display as follows. Notes: • Loaded profi les are stored in memory according to the selected input interface. (see page 19) • When the settings are locked in “EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS”, profi les cannot be loaded. <Loading profi...
Picture Profi les Editing profi les Delete or rename profi les as follows. <Deleting profi les> <Renaming profi les> Note: Note: Locked profi les cannot be deleted. Locked profi les cannot be renamed. In the PICTURE menu, select “MEMORY EDIT”. In the PICTURE menu, select “MEMORY EDIT”.
Picture Profi les Locking profi les You can lock saved profi les to restrict operations when the profi les are loaded. You can also set passwords. Notes: • When the lock is set in “EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS”, profi le cannot be locked. •...
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Picture Profi les <isf Mode Setting> Switches to “PICTURE MENU” mode display. Follow steps 1–5 in the previous procedure, <Locking and unlocking profi les>. Select “isf Mode”. MEMORY1 Lock1 adjust MEMORY2 select MEMORY12 isf Mode Change password Specify “On” or “Off”. Exit the menu.
SOUND Adjustment Display the menu screen. Select “SOUND”. access PICTURE SET UP POS. /SIZE select SOUND Select the item and set. NORMALIZE adjust BALANCE VOLUME select Exit the menu. Item Details BALANCE Adjusts left and right volumes. VOLUME Adjust the sound volume level. Helpful Hint ( Normalization) NORMALIZE...
SET UP menu Display the menu screen. Select “SET UP”. access PICTURE SET UP POS. /SIZE select SOUND Select the item and set. 3D SETTINGS SIGNAL adjust SCREENSAVER select EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS INPUT LABEL NETWORK SETUP COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT EXTERNAL SCALER MODE POWER SAVE PC POWER MANAGEMENT AUTO POWER OFF...
SET UP menu EXTERNAL SCALER MODE This menu can be used to specify whether the built-in scaler or an external scaler is used for scaler functions such as resizing and picture quality adjustment. The setting is valid with the following input signals. 1125 (1080) / 24p·25p·30p·50p·60p OFF: Use the built-in scaler.
SET UP menu POWER SAVE When this function is turned ON, luminous level of the Plasma Display is suppressed, so power consumption is reduced. PC POWER MANAGEMENT When this function is set to ON, it operates under the following conditions to turn the power on or off automatically. When no pictures (HD/VD sync signals) are detected for 30 or so seconds during PC signal input: →...
SET UP menu 3D SETTINGS If the 3D images are not displayed correctly or seem unusual, please adjust and setup the 3D settings. Select the item and set. 3D SETTINGS SIGNAL access 3D SETTINGS SCREENSAVER 3D EYEWEAR change EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS 3D INPUT FORMAT AUTO INPUT LABEL...
SET UP menu SIGNAL menu Note: “SIGNAL” setup menu displays a different setting condition for each input signal. change Select the item and set. 3D SETTINGS SIGNAL select SCREENSAVER access EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS For RGB For VIDEO (S VIDEO) INPUT LABEL select NETWORK SETUP SIGNAL...
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SET UP menu • SYNC This function operates only during input from PC IN terminal. Setting RGB sync signal Confi rm that the input is set to RGB input (this setting is valid only for RGB input signal). AUTO: The H and V sync or synchronized signal is automatically selected. If both input, it is selected the H and V sync. ON G: Uses a synchronized signal on the Video G signal, which is input from the G connector.
SET UP menu SCREENSAVER 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. 3D SETTINGS SIGNAL SCREENSAVER access EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS INPUT LABEL NETWORK SETUP select COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT...
SET UP menu EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS The following settings are setup to reduce image retention: EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS 3D SETTINGS Set to the recommended value EXPRESS SETTINGS SIGNAL Set individually CUSTOM SETTINGS SCREENSAVER access RESET Reset to the factory settings EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS INPUT LABEL select...
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SET UP menu NANODRIFT SAVER Moves the display position of the screen slightly to reduce image retention on the display panel. LOW-HIGH: NANODRIFT SAVER operates. The display position of the screen moves at set time intervals. You can set the screen movement range. Some of the screen may appear to be missing as a result of this operation. If you change the value, a mask is displayed in the range where the picture is missing as a result of position movement.
SET UP menu CUSTOM SETTINGS Set the individual “Image Retention Reduction” menu. Select “CUSTOM SETTINGS”. access When a menu is locked, it is grayed out and cannot be set. EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS “PICTURE MENU” and “PICTURE” will no longer EXPRESS SETTINGS CUSTOM SETTINGS be able to set in the “PICTURE”...
SET UP menu Customizing the Input labels This function can change the label of the Input signal to be displayed. (see page 19) Select an input terminal and set. 3D SETTINGS SIGNAL access INPUT LABEL SCREENSAVER HDMI1 HDMI1 EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS change HDMI2 HDMI2...
Network Setup Make the various settings to use the network function. 3D SETTINGS DHCP, IP ADDRESS, SUBNET MASK, and GATEWAY settings SIGNAL SCREENSAVER Set DHCP. EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS When “OFF” is selected, IP ADDRESS and other settings can be set manually. INPUT LABEL NETWORK SETUP Select the item and press...
OPTIONS Adjustments Display the menu screen. Select “OPTIONS”. Press for more than 3 seconds. access (more PICTURE than 3 seconds) SET UP POS. /SIZE select SOUND OPTIONS Select the item and set. Onscreen display All Aspect Auto Setup select Studio mode 3D Emitter Function button assign 1 3D settings...
OPTIONS Adjustments Item Adjustments Set the infrared transmitter for the 3D Eyewear. 3D Emitter INT: Use the infrared transmitter of the unit. EXT: Use the external 3D IR TRANSMITTER (available separately.) Set the function to operate when the FUNCTION button 1 to 2 on the remote control is pressed. 3D settings: The “3D SETTINGS”...
Network function of the unit can control the unit in the same way as serial control from a network. Supported commands Commands used in the serial control are supported. (see page 16) Note: Consult your local Panasonic dealer for detail instructions on command usage.
Returns “TH-103VX200” (for 103-inch model) INFO? Other information query Returns version number CLSS? Class information query Returns “1” PJLink™ security authentication Set “Panasonic” for the PJLink™ password. • PJLink™ is a pending trademark in Japan, the United States, and other countries or areas.
The password can be changed on the Password ● Setup screen after logging in (see page 62). 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.
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...
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 confi rmation. • Up to 32 alphanumeric characters can be used for a (RETYPE) password.
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...
List of Aspect Modes Aspect mode Description All Aspect: Factory setting Picture Enlarged screen All Aspect: Off The display of the pictures fi lls the screen. In the case of SD signals, pictures with a 4:3 aspect ratio are enlarged horizontally, and displayed. This mode is suited to displaying anamorphic pictures with a 16:9 aspect ratio.
Shipping condition This function allows you to reset the unit to the factory setting. Display the menu screen. Select “SET UP”. access PICTURE SET UP POS. /SIZE select SOUND Select “OSD LANGUAGE”. 3D SETTINGS SIGNAL SCREENSAVER EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS select INPUT LABEL NETWORK SETUP COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT...
Specifi cations TH-85VX200U TH-103VX200U 120 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power Source 200-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption 1,250 W 1,400 W Rated Power Consumption 0.3 W 0.5 W Stand-by condition 0.2 W 0.3 W Power off condition Drive method : AC type 85-inch, Drive method : AC type 103-inch, Plasma Display panel 16:9 aspect ratio...