The inventive alternating current colour plasma panel and method for controlling said panel are used for developing individual means for displaying on alternating current colour plasma panels (CPP) and modules for patching displays providing high intensity, luminous efficiency, increased contrast and image quality and ensuring reliable operation and control. Said invention is characterised in that a scanner electrode is embodied in the form of two electrical conductors of a display element which are disposed at an optimum distance with respect to each other, making it possible to input information with the aid of an additional discharge gap occupying a small part of the area of the display element, thereby providing said contrast. The embodiment of the control electrodes in the form of buses provided with conductors makes it possible to increase gas ionisation volume and reduce the statistical delay of the discharge. The additional discharge gaps introduced into the oversized display elements eliminate flicker in the luminous display elements.