Nice to hear that I am not alone. I have had the following reply from Panasonic. I have yet to try all of them. Some I had already tried... The one I am stuck on is using the original plug, because I cut it off the lead to fit the monitor...
Tim
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In response, I would explain that In order to provide you with a full response, I have taken the opportunity to consult with our resident technical support advisors. They have explained that THE MAINS LEAD IS FULLY MOULDED AND SHOULD BE LEFT AS SUCH. SOME CUSTOMERS REMOVE THIS PLUG FOR EXTENSION PURPOSES. ENSURE THE MAINS LEAD IS NOT MODIFIED.
THE SOURCE EQUIPMENT MAY BE TOO FAR FROM THE UNIT. TRY REDUCING THE LENGTH OF WIRING BY BRING THE UNITS CLOSER. THIS WILL MINIMISE INTERFERENCE IF BEING PICKED UP ON THE CABLE.
THE FERRITE CORES ARE MAINLY USED FOR THE PC CONNECTION INPUTS (SEE PC CONNECTION DIAGRAM IN INST BOOK) AND SHOULD NOT BE NEEDED FOR NORMAL VIDEO USE.
THE FACT THAT THE SIGNALS IMPROVE WITH THERE USE INDICATE THAT SOME FORM OF RADIATED INTERFENCE IS BEING PICKED UP.
TRY SWITCHING OFF SOURCE EQUIPMENT FROM THE MAINS TO ELIMINATE ANY FORM OF EMISSION FROM THESE UNITS.
ALSO TRY USING A DOUBLE SCREENED CONNECTION LEADS. THIS SUGGESTION WAS MADE BEFORE BUT NO RESPONSE WAS MADE.
WHICH INPUTS ARE BEING USED ON THE PLASMA PANELS FOR CONNECTION?
FINALLY, ENSURE THE TERMINAL PCB IS CORRECTLY INSERTED AND THE 4 SECURING SCREWS ARE WELL TIGHTENED. TRY REFITTING THE BOARD.
IF THIS FAILS TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE, THEN YOU SHOULD ARRANGE FOR YOUR DEALER TO VISIT AND ASSESS THE SITUATION.
I trust that the above information will be of assistance to you. However, of course, if you should have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us on 08705 357357 or
[email protected] and we will endeavour to assist.
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