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1,920 x 1,080p Panel for High-Resolution Displays

1080p Full HD plasma display panels with 1,920 horizontal pixels and 1,080 vertical pixels reproduce clear, detailed images. Panasonic’s high0resolution technologies are maximized to archive superb expression on large screens.

New Plasma Panels with the World’s Highest^*1 Contrast of 30,000:1^*2 Reproduce Even the Blackest Blacks

Panasonic's newly developed Dynamic Black Layer has reduced pre-discharge, which is a common cause of unwanted graying, to 1/3 that in conventional plasma displays^*3. This technology has achieved the world's highest contrast of 30,000:1 (1,000,000:1^*4 max.), to reproduce images with enhanced depth that seems to pull the viewer in.

*1: In comparison with other plasma displays, as of October 1, 2008, according to a Panasonic study.
*2: Dark-area contrast that can be displayed simultaneously on the same screen. The contrast ratio of the TH-50PH11, TH-42PH11, TH-42PR11 and TH-37PR11 is 15,000:1, and that of the TH-103PF10 is 5,000:1.
*3: Panasonic PZ750 Series
*4: The ratio of the brightness of a screen displaying an all-white signal to the brightness of a screen displaying an all-black signal.
*5 The TH-50PF11 and TH42PF11 feature New Narrow Ribs.

Rich images with 5,120 equivalent steps^*1 of gradation are achieved with the world's highest level,^*2 18-bit digital signal processing^*3

Real Gamma Control technology achieves rich shading with 5,120 equivalent steps of gradation in all scenes by using a maximum 18-bit digital signal processing. This technology faithfully reproduces the original textural quality of the video source.

*1: The TH-103PF10, TH-50PH11, TH-42PH11, TH-42PR11, and TH-37PR11 have 4,096 equivalent steps of gradation.
*2: The TH-103PF10 uses 16-bit digital signal processing.
*3: In comparison with other plasma displays, as of October 1, 2008, according to a Panasonic study.

Approx. 110%^*1 of the Color Gamut of the HDTV Standard

High-definition broadcasts are based on the HDTV standard, rather than the conventional NTSC (PAL) standard. With the improved properties of their phosphors, Panasonic plasma displays reproduce a wide color gamut exceeding the entire color range specified in the HDTV standard (ITU-R, BT.709). This results in a natural and faithful color reproduction on a large screen. Digital Color Reality technology also assures images with immaculate details.

*1: Comparison based on color gamut

Less Digital-Video Noise

Noise reduction circuitry suppresses the block noise and mosquito noise that are specific to HDTV broadcasts and other digital video signals (MPEG video). This allows images to be faithfully reproduced in all their original beauty.

Block Noise Reduction
The noise reduction circuit detects and eliminates block noise that is generated when compressing motion images with an inadequate bit rate.

Mosquito Noise Reduction
The noise reduction circuit reduces mosquito noise that is generated when compressing motion images, particularly at the edges of characters and in parts where rapid color changes occur.

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Blend Dual Picture Function (PF11 series only)

The Blend Dual Picture function overlays text information produced with a PC onto base motion images. It also enables superimposing of a motion image onto a text message. The transparency of the overlay image can be flexibly adjusted between 0% and 100%. This function makes it easy to produce subtitles without requiring expensive editing equipment.

Multi Display Function

This built-in image-enlarging function makes it easier to set up multi-screen systems with as many as 25 displays (5x5 configuration).
A new function lets you enlarge the image up to 5x vertically and horizontally independently, making it easy to set up a multi-screen system with up to five displays arranged either vertically or horizontally. For example, expand the image horizontally to 5x and leave it unchanged vertically, and you can create a system with five units side-by-side.

Note: Images of SXGA resolution or higher from a PC or RGB source may not enlarge correctly.

AI Control Function
By applying AI control to the brightness signal of the entire input signal using the same video processing as for a single-screen image, this new function achieves a uniform brightness level over the entire image.

Text Overlay Function

Using an RS-232C interface, the TH-50/42PH11 series is able to overlay and display text onto video images. The display position, text and background colors, and text size can be set. For example, this is an excellent way to entertain customers with soothing background video while also providing them with text-based information.
When used in combination with the Weekly Command Timer, text can be registered in advance and displayed at predetermined times, making it ideal for digital signage applications.

Advanced Dual Picture Mode — Useful in Digital Signage

This mode lets you overlay a video image onto a full-screen PC image. For example, you can superimpose text information from a PC over a video clip, giving you a more effective way to present information.

Dual Picture Mode

You can simultaneously display images from any two different kinds of AV sources connected. Or, adding one of the optional terminal boards lets you display images from two of the same type of image source, such as two PCs or two DVD players.
When displaying two separate images, you can select the audio output from either source. Playing back the audio from the sub-source can be useful in teleconferencing, for example.

Note: Following combinations of two analog signals cannot be displayed:
Component - Component, Component - PC (RGB), PC (RGB) - Component, PC (RGB) - PC (RGB).

Weekly Command Timer

This function makes it easy to automate display operation so there‘s no need to use an external scheduler. You can set a variety of operations — power on/off, image source selection, screen saver functions and more — to activate at specific times on specific days of the week.

Enhanced Screen Saver Functions

A variety of screen saver functions help lower the risk of uneven phosphor aging.

OVERLAY SCROLLING BAR	The brightness of the image will be decreased and a white bar will scroll on it.
WHITE SCREEN	White will be displayed on full screen.
SIDE PANEL ADJUSTMENT	Brightens the black bands on the sides of the screen when displaying images in the 4:3 format.
WOBBLING	Shifts the image's position by several pixels at fixed time intervals or according to the detected screen condition.
PEAK LIMIT MODE	Lowers the peak brightness level (image contrast).
NEGATIVE IMAGE	A negative image will be displayed on the screen.
SCROLLNG BAR ONLY	A white bar will scroll from left to right. The image won’t be displayed.

Vertical Mounting

Panasonic professional plasma displays can be positioned vertically to display portrait images, allowing them to serve as effective storefront signboards. There's no need to install an optional fan kit. When the TH-50/42PH11 series is set for vertical use, the on-screen display can easily be rotated 90° for proper viewing.

4x Digital Zoom

This function lets you enlarge a portion of an image by up to four times normal size and display it on the full screen. Use this function to give your presentations greater impact.

Note: Digital Zoom does not work in Dual Picture mode. Images of SXGA resolution
or higher from a PC or RGB source may not enlarge correctly. Some degradation occurs when images are enlarged.

Energy-Saving Functions

A broad range of environment-friendly functions help minimize energy consumption.
• DPMS (Display Power Management Signaling): Power is automatically turned on or off in response to a sync signal from the PC connected to the built-in PC input terminal.
• Auto Power Off: When you're using a device connected to the multi-function slots, the display panel goes into standby mode after about 10 minutes if no sync signal is received.
• Power Save Mode: Reduces the display's brightness.
• Standby Power Save Mode: Reduces power consumption when on standby.
(Start-up may take a few moments once the display is in this mode.)

Advanced Functions Suitable for Use in Broadcast Stations

Monitor Mode (PF 11 series only)
This mode displays images without changing the brightness within the same signal level range even if the average picture level (APL) of the screen varies. Since this mode maintains white balance regardless of the size of bright areas in the image, it is suitable for use in broadcasting stations and image production studios in which precise color reproduction is essential.
Note: This mode is not provided on the TH-103PF10, TH-50PH11 and TH-42PH11.

1:1 Pixel Mode (PF series only)
The 1:1 Pixel mode maps the 1920 x 1080 video content to 1080p HD panel pixels to display 100% of the original content. By skipping the scaling process, this mode is able to produce high definition images in their original, 1:1 pixel form.
Note: 1920 x 1080 PC signals are always displayed in 1:1 mode.

Studio W/B Mode
This lets you set the color temperature that best matches applications in broad cast stations and studios.

Studio Gain Mode
This mode increases the contrast to eliminate white out.

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Multi-Function Slots

In addition to the fixed input interface, the Panasonic plasma display has three interchangeable slots that let you add different combinations of optional terminal boards. This gives you the flexibility to add digital or analog capabilities, as necessary, and to customize your system for specific needs.

You can mount optional terminal board in a vacant slot. Or, you can remove the standard terminal boards and mount optional boards.

Function Boards

RGB Active Through Terminal Board TY-42TM6G		Composite/Component Video Terminal Board TY-42TM6Y
DVI-D Terminal Board TY-FB11DD / TY-FB9DD / TY-42TM6D		PC Input Terminal Board TY-42TM6P
BNC Component Video Terminal Board TY-42TM6A	RCA Composite Video Terminal Board TY-42TM6Z	BNC Composite Video Terminal Board TY-42TM6B	RCA Composite Video Terminal Board TY-42TM6V

Wireless Presentation Board

HDMI Terminal Board

TY-FB10WPE / TY-FB10WPU

	HDMI Terminal Board TY-FB8HM

	Dual HDMI Terminal Board TY-FB10HMD

Dual Link HD-SDI Terminal Board with Audio		SDI/HD-SDI Terminal Board

TY-FB11DHD more		SDI Terminal Board TY-FB7SD HD-SDI Terminal Board TY-FB9HD HD-SDI Terminal Board with Audio TY-FB10HD