Panasonic TH-42PF20U Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 Model No. TH-42PF20U TH-50PF20U Operating Instructions High De¿ nition Plasma Display Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, English please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
- Page 2 If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ® ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy ef¿ ciency.
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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 Plasma 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
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 modi¿ 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. -
Page 6: Safety Precautions
• Mate-IF Boad ..........TY-FB11HB • AV Terminal Box ......... TY-TB10AV • Anti Glare Filter .......... TY-AR42P12W (for TH-42PF20U), TY-AR50P12W (for TH-50PF20U) • Touch Panel ..........TY-TP42P10S (for TH-42PF20U), TY-TP50P10S (for TH-50PF20U) Always be sure to ask a quali¿ ed technician to carry out set-up. -
Page 7: Maintenance
Safety Precautions WARNING Do not use any power supply cord other than that Setup provided with this unit. Do not place the Plasma Display on sloped or unstable • Doing so may cause ¿ re or electric shocks. surfaces. • The Plasma Display may fall off or tip over. Securely insert the power cord plug as far as it will go. -
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 N2QAYB000432 Remote Control instructions) Transmitter (AA Size × 2) Ferrite core Clamper × 3 AC cord TMME289 J0KG00000146 (Set of 2) Use the Ferrite cores to comply with the EMC standard. -
Page 9: Connections
Connections Speaker connection 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. Speakers (Optional accessories) Black While pressing the lever, insert the core wire. Speaker terminal (L) Speaker Black... -
Page 10: Video Equipment Connection
Connections Video equipment connection PC IN: PC Input Terminal SERIAL: Control the Connect to video terminal Plasma Display of PC or equipment with by connecting Y, P ) and P to PC. output. (see page 12) (see page 13) Terminal board (optional SLOT: accessories) insert slot (see page 6) -
Page 11: Hdmi Connection
Connections 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 T.M.D.S Data2 T.M.D.S Clock- Shield T.M.D.S Data2- T.M.D.S Data1+ Reserved T.M.D.S Data1 HDMI cable (N.C. on device) Shield T.M.D.S Data1- T.M.D.S Data0+ T.M.D.S Data0 DDC/CEC... -
Page 12: Pc Input Terminals Connection
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 68), adjustment values such as for the standard picture positions and sizes have already been stored in this unit. -
Page 13: Serial Terminals Connection
Connections SERIAL Terminals connection The SERIAL terminal is used when the Plasma Display is controlled by a computer. (Male) COMPUTER Pin layout for SERIAL Terminal RS-232C Straight cable (Female) D-sub 9p Notes: • Use the RS-232C straight cable to connect the computer to the Plasma Display. -
Page 14: Power On / Off
Power ON / OFF Connecting the AC cord plug to the Plasma Display. Connecting the plug to the Wall Outlet. Note: When disconnecting the AC cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the AC cord plug at the socket outlet ¿ rst. INPUT MENU ENTER/... - 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...
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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 Plasma Display. Input signals will change as follows: VIDEO COMPONENT* HDMI VIDEO: Video input terminal in AV IN (VIDEO). COMPONENT*: Component or RGB input terminal in COMPONENT/RGB IN. -
Page 17: Basic Controls
Basic Controls Main Unit Remote control sensor Volume Adjustment Volume Up “+” Down “–” W h e n t h e m e n u s c r e e n i s displayed: “+” : press to move the cursor up “–”... -
Page 18: Remote Control Transmitter
Basic Controls Remote Control Transmitter OFF TIMER button The Plasma Display can be preset to switch to stand- ACTION button by after a ¿ xed period. The setting changes to 30 Press to make selections. minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes and 0 minutes (off timer cancelled) each time the button is pressed. -
Page 19: Aspect Controls
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. -
Page 20: Multi Pip
MULTI PIP You can display two pictures, such as a video image and computer image, in a two-screen display. (Use the remote control for this operation. It cannot be performed with the buttons on the main unit.) MULTI PIP SETUP Set the functions and mode for two-screen display in “MULTI PIP SETUP”... - Page 21 MULTI PIP During Blend PIP (Composite Screen Function) : A composite picture is displayed with the sub screen positioned over the main screen. For example, text data such as a computer image can be displayed as a caption over a movie or still image. One screen FULL P IN P...
- Page 22 MULTI PIP Selecting the Target Screen for Operations Each time this button is pressed, the target screen for operations changes. Operations on Operations on the main screen the sub screen VIDEO VIDEO Main screen Sub screen Main screen input mode Sub screen input mode Notes: •...
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Page 23: 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] OFF TIMER button [Unit]... -
Page 24: On-Screen Menu Displays
On-Screen Menu Displays Remote Control Unit Press several times. Display the menu screen. MENU Each time the MENU button is pressed, the Press to select. menu screen will switch. (Example: PICTURE menu) Normal Viewing PICTURE SET UP SOUND POS. /SIZE Select the item. - Page 25 On-Screen Menu Displays Overview Note: Menu that cannot be adjusted is grayout. Adjustable menu changes depending on signal, input and menu setting. SET UP [ VIDEO ] POS. /SIZE SIGNAL NORMALIZE NORMAL SIGNAL 3D Y/C FILTER (NTSC) AUTO SETUP SCREENSAVER AUTO COLOR SYSTEM H-POS...
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Page 26: Adjusting Pos. /Size
Adjusting POS. /SIZE Press to display the POS. /SIZE menu. Press to select the menu to adjust. POS. /SIZE NORMALIZE NORMAL AUTO SETUP H-POS H-SIZE V-POS Press to adjust the menu. V-SIZE DOT CLOCK CLOCK PHASE CLAMP POSITION 1:1 PIXEL MODE Note: Unadjustable items are grayed out. - Page 27 Adjusting POS. /SIZE Notes: • If the dot clock frequency is 162 MHz or higher, DOT CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE cannot be made. • When digital RGB signal input, DOT CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE cannot be made. • AUTO SETUP may not work when a cropped or dark image is input. In such case, switch to a bright image with borders and other objects are clearly shown, and then try auto setup again.
- Page 28 Adjusting POS. /SIZE CLAMP POSITION (During Component and RGB input signal) Adjusts the clamp position when black parts of the image have no detail due to underexposure or are tinged with green. Optimum value for Clamp Position adjustment When black parts have no detail due to underexposure (blackout) Value that causes least blackout is the optimum.
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Page 29: 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 30: Advanced Settings
PICTURE Adjustments Notes: Item Effect Adjustments • “COLOR” and “TINT” settings cannot be adjusted for “RGB/PC” input signal. Adjusts the proper picture contrast. PICTURE Less More • You can change the level of each function Adjusts for easier viewing of dark pictures (PICTURE, BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, TINT, BRIGHTNESS such as night scenes and black hair. -
Page 31: Picture Pro¿ Les
Picture Pro¿ les Up to 8 combinations of picture adjustment values (in the PICTURE menu and ADVANCED SETTINGS) can be stored in the display memory as pro¿ les and applied as needed, for a convenient way to enjoy your preferred picture settings. PICTURE NORMALIZE NORMAL... -
Page 32: Saving Pro¿ Les
Picture Pro¿ les Saving pro¿ les Follow these steps to save picture adjustment values as pro¿ les. Note: When the settings are locked in “EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS”, pro¿ les cannot be saved. Enter a name for the pro¿ le. Specify the picture quality in the PICTURE menu and [Entering pro¿... -
Page 33: Loading Pro¿ Les
Picture Pro¿ les Loading pro¿ les Load pro¿ les and apply the picture adjustment values to the display as follows. Notes: • Loaded pro¿ les are stored in memory according to the selected input interface. (see page 16) • When the settings are locked in “EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS”, pro¿ les cannot be loaded. Select the pro¿... -
Page 34: Sound Adjustment
SOUND Adjustment SOUND Press to display the SOUND menu. NORMALIZE NORMAL STANDARD AUDIO MENU Select to adjust each item. BASS Press to select the menu to adjust. TREBLE Select the desired level by listening to the sound. BALANCE SURROUND AUDIO OUT (PIP) MAIN Press to exit from adjust mode. -
Page 35: Present Time Setup / Set Up Timer
PRESENT TIME SETUP / SET UP TIMER The timer can switch the Plasma Display ON or OFF. Before attempting Timer Set, con¿ rm the PRESENT TIME OF DAY and adjust if necessary. Then set POWER ON TIME / POWER OFF TIME. SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. -
Page 36: Screensaver (For Preventing Image Retention)
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. SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. SIGNAL Press to select the SCREENSAVER. -
Page 37: 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 38: Reduces Screen Image Retention
Reduces screen image retention EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS The following settings are setup to reduce image retention: EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS SET UP Set to the recommended value EXPRESS SETTINGS SIGNAL CUSTOM SETTINGS Set individually SCREENSAVER RESET Reset to the factory settings EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS INPUT LABEL COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT... - Page 39 Reduces screen image retention NANODRIFT SAVER Moves the display position of the screen slightly to reduce image retention on the display panel. OFF: NANODRIFT SAVER does not operate. MIN–MAX: NANODRIFT SAVER operates. The display position of the screen moves at set time intervals. You can set the screen movement range.
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Page 40: Custom Settings
Reduces screen image retention CUSTOM SETTINGS Set the individual “Image Retention Reduction” menu. When a menu is locked, it is grayed out and cannot be set. Select “CUSTOM SETTINGS”. “PICTURE MENU” and “PICTURE” will no longer select EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS be able to set in the “PICTURE”... -
Page 41: Reduces Power Consumption
Reduces power consumption • POWER SAVE: When this function is turned ON, luminous level of the Plasma Display is suppressed, so power consumption is reduced. • STANDBY SAVE: When this function is turned ON, power consumption of the microcomputer is reduced during power supply standby (see page 14, 17, 18), so standby power of the set is reduced. -
Page 42: 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 SCREEN SAVER EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS Press to select INPUT LABEL. INPUT LABEL COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT Press to display the INPUT LABEL screen. -
Page 43: 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 SET UP SIGNAL English(UK) SCREENSAVER Deutsch EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS Français INPUT LABEL Italiano COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT Español POWER SAVE ENGLISH(US) -
Page 44: Set Up For Multi Display
SET UP for MULTI DISPLAY By lining up Plasma Displays in groups, for example, as illustrated below, an enlarged picture may be displayed across all screens. For this mode of operation, each plasma display has to be set up with a Display number to determine its location. (Example) group of 4 (2 ×... -
Page 45: Id Remote Control Function
SET UP for MULTI DISPLAY Item Details Select “OFF” or “ON”. Equalize the brightness of all the The brightness depends on each displays. display’s setting. AI-SYNCRONIZATION Notes: • If you set AI-SYNCRONIZATION to ON, the following menus will be unavailable and these settings will be ¿... -
Page 46: Multi Pip Setup
MULTI PIP SETUP Set the two-screen display function that is activated when is pressed. SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. MULTI DISPLAY SETUP Press to select the MULTI PIP SETUP. MULTI PIP SETUP PORTRAIT SETUP SET UP TIMER Press to display the “MULTI PIP SETUP”... -
Page 47: Set Up For Portrait
SET UP for PORTRAIT Divide an input image into 3 parts, and display one of them to a plasma display which is set vertically. The image will be enlarged 3 times and rotated 90-degree. (Example) Notes: • When using the PORTRAIT function with displays set vertically, “DISPLAY ORIENTATION” in SET UP menu has to be set to “PORTRAIT”... - Page 48 SET UP for PORTRAIT VIEWING AREA / LOCATION VIEWING AREA: Set a mode of image division for PORTRAIT function. LOCATION: Set a location of image to be displayed for PORTRAIT function. Press to select VIEWING AREA or LOCATION. PORTRAIT SETUP Press to select each function.
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Page 49: Set Up For Input Signals
SET UP for Input Signals COMPONENT / RGB IN SELECT Select to match the signals from the source connected to the Component / RGB or PC input terminals. Y, P signals “COMPONENT” RGB signals “RGB” SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. SIGNAL SCREENSAVER EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS... -
Page 50: 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 Press to select the “SIGNAL”. EXTENDED LIFE SETTINGS INPUT LABEL COMPONENT/RGB-IN SELECT POWER SAVE Press to display the SIGNAL menu. -
Page 51: Color System
SET UP for Input Signals COLOR SYSTEM Select SIGNAL from the “SET UP” menu during Video (S Video) input signal mode. (“SIGNAL [VIDEO]” menu is displayed.) Press to select the “COLOR SYSTEM” . [ VIDEO ] SIGNAL Press to select each function. 3D Y/C FILTER (NTSC) COLOR SYSTEM AUTO... -
Page 52: Noise Reduction
SET UP for Input Signals NOISE REDUCTION Sets the following three NR (Noise Reduction) functions together. VIDEO NR, MOSQUITO NR, BLOCK NR Press to select “NOISE REDUCTION”. NOISE REDUCTION Press to select “OFF”, “MIN”, “MID”, “MAX”, “ADVANCED”. Advanced NR Sets the three NR functions separately. NOISE REDUCTION ADVANCED Press to select “ADVANCED”. -
Page 53: Sync
SET UP for Input Signals SYNC This function operates only during input from PC IN terminal. Select SIGNAL from the “SET UP” menu during RGB or Component input signal. [ RGB ] Press to select the “SYNC”. SIGNAL SYNC AUTO Press to adjust. -
Page 54: Network Setup
Network Setup Make the various settings to use the network function. SETUP DHCP, IP ADDRESS, SUBNET MASK, and GATEWAY settings MULTI DISPLAY SETUP Set DHCP. MULTI PIP SETUP When “OFF” is selected, IP ADDRESS and other settings can be set PORTRAIT SETUP manually. -
Page 55: Options Adjustments
Options Adjustments Options Press to display the SET UP menu. Weekly Command Timer Audio input select Press to select “OSD LANGUAGE”. Onscreen display Initial input Initial VOL level Maximum VOL level Input lock Press for more than 3 seconds. Button lock Remocon User level Press to select “Options”. - Page 56 Options Adjustments Item Adjustments Locks the input switch operation. SLOT INPUT* VIDEO COMPONENT* HDMI *1 “SLOT INPUT” is displayed when an optional Terminal Board is installed. When a Terminal Board with dual input terminals is installed, “SLOT INPUT A” and “SLOT INPUT B” are displayed. *2 “COMPONENT”...
- Page 57 Options Adjustments Item Adjustments Off: Nullify all the settings adjusted. Studio W/B Sets the color temperature for TV studio. Note: Valid only when the “WARM” is set as “COLOR TEMP” in PICTURE menu. Sharpens the contrast for a better view when a part of the image is too light to see. Off: Disables “Studio Gain”.
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Page 58: Weekly Command Timer
Options Adjustments Weekly Command Timer You can set 7-day timer programming by setting time and command. Note: Before setting Weekly Command Timer, set PRESENT TIME SETUP. (see page 35) Press to select Function. Options Press to select “On”. Weekly Command Timer Audio input select Note: Onscreen display... - Page 59 Options Adjustments Press to select Command No. Command setting screen Weekly Command Timer Press to select a command number. Program Command No Time 10:30 Command IMS:SL1 Press to select Time / Command. Weekly Command Timer Press to set each item. Program Command No Time: Set the time to execute a command program.
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Page 60: Audio Input Select
Options Adjustment Audio input select Set up the sound when an image input is selected. Options Weekly Command Timer Audio input select Onscreen display Press ACTION ( ) button Audio input select SLOT INPUT SLOT INPUT Press to select image input. VIDEO VIDEO Press to select audio input. -
Page 61: Using Network Function
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 13) Note: Consult your local Panasonic dealer for detail instructions on command usage. -
Page 62: Pjlink™ Protocol
Returns “TH-50PF20” (for 50-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. -
Page 63: Using Web Browser Control
The password can be changed on the Password Setup screen after logging in (see page 65). 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 64: 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 65: Network Setting (Network Setup 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 66: 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 67: List Of Aspect Modes
List of Aspect Modes Aspect mode Description All Aspect: Factory setting Picture Enlarged screen All Aspect: Off The display of the pictures ¿ 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. -
Page 68: Applicable Input Signals
Applicable Input Signals Mark: Applicable input signal DVI-D IN COMPONENT / RGB IN Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency Signal name / PC IN (Dot clock HDMI (kHz) (Hz) (Dot clock (MHz)) (MHz)) 525 (480) / 60i 15.73 59.94 * (13.5) * (27.0) 525 (480) / 60p 31.47 59.94... -
Page 69: Shipping Condition
Applicable Input Signals Video input (VIDEO) Horizontal Vertical Signal name frequency(kHz) frequency(Hz) NTSC 15.73 59.94 15.63 50.00 PAL60 15.73 59.94 SECAM 15.63 50.00 Modi¿ ed NTSC 15.73 59.94 Shipping condition This function allows you to reset the unit to the factory setting. SET UP Press to display the SET UP menu. -
Page 70: Command List Of Weekly Command Timer
Command list of Weekly Command Timer Command Control details AAC:MENCLR Audio Menu (CLEAR) AAC:MENDYN Audio Menu (DYNAMIC) AAC:MENSTD Audio Menu (STANDARD) AAC:SURMON Surround (ON) AAC:SUROFF Surround (OFF) AMT:0 Audio Mute (OFF) AMT:1 Audio Mute (ON) ASO:M Audio out when PIP mode (Main Picture) ASO:S Audio out when PIP mode (Sub Picture) AVL:00... -
Page 71: Speci¿ Cations
Speci¿ cations TH-42PF20U TH-50PF20U 110 - 127 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power Source Power Consumption 400 W 475 W Rated Power Consumption On mode Average Power 165 W 220 W Consumption Save OFF 0.9 W, Save ON 0.4 W Save OFF 0.9 W, Save ON 0.4 W Stand-by condition 0.2 W... - Page 72 Warranty Service purposes. Model Number Serial Number ¤ Panasonic Corporation 2010 Panasonic Solutions Company Unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America Executive Of¿ ce : Three Panasonic Way 2F-5, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, Ontario...