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Panasonic TC-P54Z1 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic 54” class 1080p plasma hdtv (54.1 inches measured diagonally)
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Customer's Record
The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You 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 Warranty Service purposes.
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Web Site: http://panasonic.net/
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Panasonic Corporation 2009
Serial Number
Printed in Japan
PBS0109F0
Please read these instructions before operating your set and retain them for future reference.
English
The images shown in this manual are for illustrative purposes only.

Operating Instructions

54" Class 1080p Plasma HDTV
(54.1 inches measured diagonally)
TC-P54Z1
Model No.

Quick Start Guide

(See page 8-24)
For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For assistance (Canada), please call:
1-866-330-0014
or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca
HD3D Sound
TQBC2488-1
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Model No. Quick Start Guide (See page 8-24) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) or visit us at www.panasonic.com/contactinfo For assistance (Canada), please call: 1-866-330-0014 or visit us at www.vieraconcierge.ca Customer’s Record The model number and serial number of this product can be found on its back cover. You 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 Warranty Service purposes.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    (for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) ······················ 73 Dolby Laboratories. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. Limited Warranty (for Canada) ··················· 74 Dolby and the double-D symbol are Multimedia Interface are trademarks or trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get may cause instability. The following accessories are inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire manufactured by Panasonic Corporation. or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma • Wall-hanging bracket (Vertical) TY-WK5P1SW TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center.

  • Page 4: Notes

    To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables of your flat panel display. when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Panasonic • Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for proper use of this product.

  • Page 5: Accessories/Optional Accessory

    Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Attaching the pedestal to TV ■ Check you have all the items shown. Assembling the pedestal Accessories Be careful not to scratch the surface (part with Accessories Frame gloss finish) of the base during assembly Remote Control Batteries for the Cleaning cloth Pedestal...
  • Page 6 M4 × 10 Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. HDMI cable If you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury may result. Contact your nearest Panasonic K1HY19YY0006 Dealer immediately. 9.8 ft (3.0 m) During set-up, make sure that all screws are securely tightened.
  • Page 7 Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) Installing the Display Unit, Tuner Box and Wireless Unit Connect Wireless Unit (Transmitter) to Tuner Box Side View 45° Transmitter Display Hole for Cable clamper Receiver 45° 40° Floor Exclusive cable for Wireless 5 ° Transmitter The angle of the [Vertical Direction] transmitter can be adjusted to 40º...

  • Page 8: Basic Connection

    For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. When disconnecting the power cord, be absolutely sure to disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet first. For additional assistance, visit us at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca...
  • Page 9 Basic Connection (Continued) Example 2 Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver DVD Recorder You can enjoy high-definition Satellite AV Equipment VHF/UHF Antenna If the source has a higher resolution signal (480p/720p/ programming by subscribing to DVD Recorder Receiver...

  • Page 10: Identifying Controls

    When the red LED is blinking, turn the power of the Tuner Box and For more details on the external equipment’s connections, please refer to the operating manuals for the equipment. Display Unit off and then on again. If the problem is not resolved, consult your local Panasonic dealer.

  • Page 11: First Time Setup

    Identifying Controls First Time Setup (Continued) (Remote control registration) Make sure to register your remote control with the following procedure when the TV is turned on for the Remote control first time. This TV uses a RF remote control. Turn the TV On with the POWER button (Display Unit) The remote control is operable when it is not facing the Display Unit or Tuner Box.
  • Page 12 First Time Setup (Continued) “First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is Select “Auto program” inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p. 42-43) is set to “No”. ANT/Cable setup next Cable...

  • Page 13: Watching Tv

    First Time Setup Watching TV (Continued) Adjust the clock Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box or antenna cable (p. 15-18) Mode First time setup next To watch TV and other functions Language Manual: Adjust the clock manually ANT/Cable setup (Year/Month/Day/Hour/Minute) select...

  • Page 14: Using Viera Tools

    Watching TV Using VIERA TOOLS (Continued) ■ Other Useful Functions VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access high use menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons on (Operate after the TV screen. ■ Displays or removes the channel banner. Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly.

  • Page 15: Viewing From An Sd Card

    Viewing from an SD Card You can view movies and photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD Insert the card Remove the card card. (Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly.) Blue LED Movie player Label surface...
  • Page 16 Viewing from an SD Card (Continued) Photo viewer ■ To sort by Folder, month or date Follow direction in Movie player (P. 28) Select sort type Folders (ascending order of numeric/alphabet) Photo viewer All photos Total Pana0001 Pana0002 Pana0003 Pana0004 Sort by month (descending order of the month) Select the data to be viewed Name...

  • Page 17: Watching Videos And Dvds

    Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV’s VIERA Link Setting screen. Input Select If you connect equipment that has the “HDAVI Control” function to a TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use.

  • Page 18: Viera Cast Tm

    VIERA CAST Operate VIERA CAST Internet connections Contact your Broadband service provider You can access information services (TV content) from the Home screen via the Internet. You need broadband environment to use this service. 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.

  • Page 19: Network Camera

    “Connection test” (p. 50) Note AV IN Set Internet setting (LAN) for Cable/DSL This feature is only available with Panasonic-made network cameras released after connected equipment with Internet modem summer 2009. (Preliminary model numbers: BL-C210A and BL-C230A) A number of Router equipment if you need to.

  • Page 20: Displaying Pc Screen On Tv

    Displaying PC Screen on TV ■ The screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV. PC menu setting (change as desired) Making settings “How to Use Menu Functions” (p. 40) You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC (p. 62) Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (options)

  • Page 21: Display Menu

    How to Use Menu Functions ■ Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Reset to defaults Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”. Reset to defaults Picture mode Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Studio ref/THX/Game/Custom) (p. 66) Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and Picture mode Vivid Adjusts color, brightness, etc.

  • Page 22: How To Use Menu Functions (Picture, Sound Quality, Etc.)

    How to Use Menu Functions (Continued) ■ Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and Menu list other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button Display menu Channel surf mode (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only)
  • Page 23 When audio from other equipment connected to this unit via HDMI is output using “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” of this unit, the system switches to 2CH audio. (When connecting to an AV amp via HDMI, you can enjoy higher sound quality.) For details about HDMI cable for connecting Panasonic HD camcorder, read the manual for the equipment.
  • Page 24 “TV” to “Theater”. Sound will be output from the Home Theater whenever the TV is powered on. Power off link If the “ONE TOUCH PLAY” key is pressed on the remote control for Panasonic Home Theater system, the following Stand-by power save One-touch sequence of operations is performed automatically.
  • Page 25 Control theater speakers with the TV’s remote control. For more details on the “HDAVI Control” function, refer to p. 44 This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Volume up / down Player theater is connected. Display VIERA Link menu Select “Speaker output”...

  • Page 26: Network Setting

    Network Setting This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment. Check that the network settings are as shown below, and then start “Connection test”. Display menu Select “Connection test” and press OK. Succeeded: “Connection test” succeeded Only home network: *Press OK again to cancel the test.

  • Page 27: Viera Cast Setting

    VIERA CAST Setting Display menu Select “Connection test” and Press OK select When a connection is made to the connection test site VIERA CAST setting and a message is displayed that indicates a successful Proxy address connection Connection Proxy port The settings are correct.

  • Page 28: Lock

    Lock ■ To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the Display menu program rating.

  • Page 29: Editing And Setting Channels

    Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. conditions. Select “ANT in” Select a scanning mode (p. 23) Display menu Select Cable or Antenna Auto program Or select “Not used”...

  • Page 30: Closed Caption

    Closed Caption Input Labels Display menu Display menu Select “Setup” Select “Closed caption” next Menu Menu next Picture Audio select Picture Timer select Audio Lock Timer VIERA Link Lock SD card VIERA Link ■ Closed caption Press to exit from SD card Setup Closed caption...

  • Page 31: Using Timer

    Using Timer Remote control registration The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. Remote control registration can be set on the “Setup” screen. The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 24) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 42) is set. Display menu Display “Remote control registration”...

  • Page 32: Recommended Av Connections

    “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications. entertainment industry. (p. 55) For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com ■ U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) www.panasonic.ca...

  • Page 33: Technical Information

    Electrical interference, static electricity or erroneous operation may damage the data or card. Back up the recorded data at regular intervals in case of deteriorated or damaged data or erratic operation of the unit. (Panasonic is not liable for any deterioration or damage of recorded data.) Side bar Enlarges the 4:3 image horizontally to the screen’s side edges.
  • Page 34 VIERA Link “HDAVI Control ” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 44) Aspect Ratio: 4:3 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.

  • Page 35: Care And Cleaning

    Technical Information Specifications (Continued) PC Input Terminals Connection TC-P54Z1 Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz Computer signals which can be input are those with a horizontal scanning frequency of 15 to 110 kHz and vertical scanning frequency Display Unit: 476 W / Tuner Box: 35 W of 48 to 120 Hz.

  • Page 36: Faq

    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).

  • Page 37: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer You may also contact us directly at: Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) which starts with the date of original purchase (“Limited Warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product...

  • Page 38: Limited Warranty (For Canada)

    If removal is required to service the product, it will be at the discretion of the Servicentre and in no event will Panasonic Canada Inc. or the Servicentre be liable for any special, indirect or consequential damages.

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