Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product TC-P54V10 Panasonic
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HD3D Sound ViV A TM Quick Start Guide (See page 8-18) Gu ía de inicio rápido (vea la página 8-18) Operating Instructions 50”/54” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV (49.9/54.1 inches measured diagonally) Manual de instrucciones T elevisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 50”/54” de Plasma (49,9/54,1 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) Model No.
2 VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. VIERA CAST™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. SDHC Logo is a trademark. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
3 Viewing Advanced F AQs, etc. Quick Start Guide HD3D Sound ViV A Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under one or more of the following US patents: 5510752, 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.
4 Safety Precautions W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not place liquid containers (flower vase, cups, cosmetics, etc.) above the set (including on shelves above, etc.). Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions.
5 W ARNING/CAUTION W ARNING Small parts can present choking hazard if accidentally swallowed. Keep small parts away from young children. Discard unneeded small parts and other objects, including packaging materials and plastic bags/sheets to prevent them from being played with by young children, creating the potential risk of suffocation.
6 CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not al ways supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendat ions. Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speaker s, chests or carts may fall over and may cause personal injury or even death.
7 Do not display a still picture for a long time This causes the image to remain on the plasma screen (“Image retention”). This is not considered a malfunction and is not covered by the warranty .
8 Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Remote Control T ransmitter N2QA YB000322 Batteries for the Remote Control T ransmitter (2) AA Battery AC cord Pedestal TBLX01 12 (TC-P50V10) Product Registration Card (U.
9 Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Assembly screws (4 of each) A (for 50”) M5 × 18 (Silver) (for 54”) M5 × 25 (Silver) B (for 50”) M5 × 25 (Black) (for 54”) M5 × 30 (Black) Poles (2) L R L or R is printed at the bottom of the poles.
10 a b c c Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) AC cord connection Antenna terminal Pin terminals HDMI terminal green blue red green Firmly tighten by hand. Match colors of plugs and terminals. Insert firmly . Insert firmly . Reference of connection T o attach T o remove Insert it firmly until the tabs on both sides click into place.
11 Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (Antenna + TV) Accessories/Optional Accessory T o connect the antenna terminal and Cable Box COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 RS232C HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 RS232C ANT OUT ANT IN Basic Connection Note Not all cables and external equipment shown in this book are supplied with the TV .
12 T o connect the antenna terminal and DVD recorder or VCR ANT OUT ANT IN COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO R P R P B Y L R P R P B Y L R L R L TO AUDIO AMP HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 AUDIO O.
13 Quick Start Guide Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver) (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR) T o connect the antenna terminal and Satellite Receiver and DVD recorder or VCR ANT IN .
14 High-Definition Standard-Definition Note Some programs contain a copyright protection signal to prevent recording. When the copyright protection program is displayed, do not connect the other TV monitor through a VCR.
15 Quick Start Guide Identifying Controls Basic Connection (A V cable connections) Remote control Switches TV On or Of f (Standby) Viewing from SD Card (p. 22-25) Lights the CH and VOL buttons for 5 seconds. Press again to turn off the CH and VOL button lights.
16 First T ime Setup “First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p.
17 Quick Start Guide First Time Setup ■ Press to exit from a menu screen Note T o change setting (Language/ ANT/Cable setup/ Network setting/ VIERA CAST setting/ Clock/Input labels) later , go to Menu screen (p.
18 First T ime Setup (Continued) ■ Press to exit from a menu screen Note About broadcasting systems Analog (NTSC): Conventional broadcasting Digital (A TSC): New programming that allows you to view .
19 Quick Start Guide Viewing W atching TV First Time Setup W atching TV Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box or antenna cable (p. 1 1-14) T o watch TV and other functions T urn power on (TV) or Note If the mode is not TV , press and select TV .
20 ■ Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) Information Recall ■ Displays or removes the channel banner . 15-2 12:30 PM 30 THE NEWS CC SAP T V - G 1080i S t a n d a r d 4 : 3 ABC-HD Channel Stati.
21 Viewing Using VIERA TOOLS W atching TV Using VIERA T OOLS VIERA T OOLS is the easy way to access high use menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen. Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly .
22 V iewing from an SD Card Y ou can view movies and photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD card. (Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly .
23 Viewing Viewing from SD Card SD Card Insert the card Remove the card Label surface Push until a click is heard Press in lightly on SD Card, then release. Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (1 GB) (requiring miniSD Card adapter) For cautions and details on SD Cards (p.
24 V iewing from an SD Card Photo viewer ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Follow direction in Movie player (P .
25 Viewing Viewing from SD Card (Continued) VIERA IMAGE VIEWER The VIERA Image Viewer is a function that lets you easily view still and motion images on a VIERA television by simply inserting an SD card into the VIERA SD card slot.
26 W atching V ideos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV , you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV’s screen. Input Select Y ou can select the external equipment to access.
27 Viewing Watching V ideos and DVDs VIERA Link TM Setting If you connect equipment that has the “HDA VI Control” function to a TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 38-43. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below .
28 VIERA CAST TM Operate VIERA CAST Y ou can access information services (TV content) from the Home screen via the Internet. Y ou need a broadband environment to use this service. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the Home screen Preparations Internet connections (p.
29 Viewing VIERA CAST TM Internet connections Contact your Broadband service provider NOTICE: If you don't have Internet service by your local provider , please order a high-speed Internet service at no less than the following connection speed. If you already have such service, make sure that the connection speed exceeds the following.
30 ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Preparations Internet connections (p. 29) Example of Network Camera connection (p. 31) Network setting (p. 44) Before connecting a Network camera to the TV , please complete the “IP setting” and run a “Connection test” (p.
31 Viewing Network Camera Example of Network Camera connection LAN Internet Ethernet cable Router Internet equipment Set Internet setting (LAN) for connected equipment with Internet equipment if you need to.
32 Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV . Y ou can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected.
33 Viewing Displaying PC Screen on TV ■ PC menu setting (change as desired) Making settings “How to Use Menu Functions” to (p. 34) Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (options) Picture PC adjustments Reset to defaults Resets PC adjust Sync H & V : The H and V sync signals are input from the HD/VD connector .
34 Menu Item Picture Reset to default s Picture mode Contrast, Brightness, Color , Tint, Sharpness Color temp. Color mgmt. Digital cinema color C.A.T .
35 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality , etc.) Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”. Reset to defaults Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Studio ref/THX/Game/Custom) (p.
36 Menu Item Setup SUB MENU Channel surf mode Set favorite Edit CH caption Signal meter Menu Item Setup Channel surf mode Language Clock ANT/Cable setup Connected devices Input labels Audio out Anti I.
37 Advanced How to Use Menu Functions (picture, sound quality , etc.) Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) Sets favorite channels. (p. 20) Changes the station identifier .
38 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDA VI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the “HDA VI Control” function.
39 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO R P R P B Y L R P R P B Y L R L R L TO AUDIO AMP HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 AUDIO OUT RS232C VIDEO AUDIO R .
40 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Display menu Select “Setup” Menu Picture Audio VIERA Link SD card Closed c.
41 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” (Continued) At the start of the DIGA, Player theater , or RAM theater playback, the TV’s input automatically switches to the input based on the playback equipment. For the RAM theater , the speakers automatically switch to the theater system.
42 VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” Y ou can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDA VI Control” function in the “VIERA Link” menu.
43 Advanced VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” (Continued) Y ou can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Control theater speakers with the TV’ s remote control. This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected.
44 Network Setting This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Display menu Select “Setup” Menu Pic.
45 Advanced Network Setting The network settings become effective when you close the menu and run “Connection test”. Check that the network settings are as shown below , and then start “Connection test”. Select “Connection test” and press OK.
46 VIERA CAST TM Setting ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Press to return to the previous screen Display menu Select “Setup” Menu Picture Audio Timer Lock VIERA Link SD card Closed caption.
47 Advanced VIERA CAST TM Setting VIERA CAST setting will be effective when you close the menu or run “Connection test”. Select “Connection test” and Press OK VIERA CAST setting Proxy address .
48 Lock Y ou can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen Caution Make a note of your password in case you forget it. (If you have forgotten your password, consult your local dealer .
49 Advanced Lock ■ T o select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked Channel lock Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. Select “Mode” and set to “Custom” Select channel to lock.
50 Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. ■ Press to exit from a menu screen Display menu Select “Setup” Menu .
51 Advanced Editing and Setting Channels Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory . Select “ANT in” Select Cable or Antenna Or select “Not used” (p. 16). Select “Auto program” Cable ANT/Cable setup ANT in Auto program Manual program Signal meter next select Select a scanning mode (p.
52 Closed Caption Closed caption Display Closed caption The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio.
53 Advanced Input Labels/Audio out Closed Caption Input Labels/Audio out Input labels Display labels of connected devices Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during input selection. (In selecting input mode from p.
54 Using T imer The TV can automatically turn On/Of f at the designated date and time. The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 18) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 36) is set.
55 Advanced Recommended A V Connections Using T imer COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN 1 1 2 VIDEO S VIDEO AUDIO R P R P B Y L R P R P B Y L R L R L TO AUDIO AMP HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 AUDIO OUT RS232C VIDEO AUDIO R R P R P B Y L Recommended A V Connections These diagrams show our recommendations or how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment.
56 Ratings List for Lock “V -chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry . (p. 49) ■ U.S. MOVIE RA TINGS (MP AA) NR NO RA TING (NOT RA TED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS.
57 F AQs, etc. T echnical Information Ratings List for Lock T echnical Information Closed caption (CC) For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to FULL (If viewing with H-FILL, JUST , ZOOM or 4:3; characters might be cut off).
58 T echnical Information (Continued) Message Meaning SD card slot is empty . The card is not inserted. No photos/ No movies The card has no data or this type of data is not supported. Cannot read file The file is broken or unreadable. The TV does not support the format.
59 F AQs, etc. T echnical Information VIERA Link TM “HDA VI Control TM ” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically . (p. 38) This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode.
60 T echnical Information (Continued) 4:3 side bars Do not display a picture in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this can cause “Image retention” to remain on either or both sides of the display field. T o reduce the risk of such “Image retention”, change the brightness of the side bars.
61 F AQs, etc. Care and Cleaning T echnical Information 1 678 3 9 45 10 15 14 13 12 11 2 Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint- free cloth.
62 FA Q Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance. For details (p. 66, 67) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www .
63 F AQs, etc. Frequently Asked Questions If there is a problem with your TV , please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer , quoting the model number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV).
64 TC-P50V10 TC-P54V10 Power Source AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption Maximum 590 W 606 W Standby condition 0.2 W 0.2 W Plasma Display panel Drive method AC type Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) (No. of pixels) 50 ” class (49.
65 F AQs, etc. Limited W arranty (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only) Specifications Limited W arranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Pan.
66 Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www .
67 F AQs, etc. Limited W arranty (for Canada) Customer Services Directory (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Limited W arranty (for Canada) Panasonic Canada Inc.
Customer ’ s Record The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover . Y ou should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss, and for W arranty Service purposes.
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