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Operating Instructions
54” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV
(54.1 inches measured diagonally)
Model No.
TC-P54Z1
Quick Start Guide
(See page 8-24)
For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call:
1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372)
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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
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Quick Start Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc. Guide Turn your own living room into a movie theater! Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement Contents Please read before using the unit Safety Precautions ······································· 4 Enjoy rich multimedia Notes ···························································· 7 Quick Start Guide SD memory card Accessories/Optional Accessory ····· 8 Basic Connection ··························· 15 Camcorder Identifying Controls ·
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Quick Start Viewing Advanced FAQs, etc. Guide Turn your own living room into a movie theater! Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement Contents Please read before using the unit Safety Precautions ······································· 4 Enjoy rich multimedia Notes ···························································· 7 Quick Start Guide SD memory card Accessories/Optional Accessory ····· 8 Basic Connection ··························· 15 Camcorder Identifying Controls ·
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Safety Precautions The lightning flash with AC Power Supply Cord If Problems Occur During Use arrowhead within a triangle is To prevent fire or electric shock: If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), CAUTION intended to tell the user that or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the The Plasma TV is designed to operate on a 120 V AC, parts inside the product are a Plasma TV, unplug the power supply cord immediately. 60 Hz service. Insert the power cord plug as far
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Safety Precautions The lightning flash with AC Power Supply Cord If Problems Occur During Use arrowhead within a triangle is To prevent fire or electric shock: If a problem occurs (such as no picture or no sound), CAUTION intended to tell the user that or if smoke or an abnormal odor is detected from the The Plasma TV is designed to operate on a 120 V AC, parts inside the product are a Plasma TV, unplug the power supply cord immediately. 60 Hz service. Insert the power cord plug as far
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Safety Precautions (Continued) FCC STATEMENT FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that ar
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Safety Precautions (Continued) FCC STATEMENT FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that ar
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Quick Start Accessories/Optional Accessory Guide S L O O T A R E I V T S A C Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Attaching the pedestal to TV Check you have all the items shown. ■Assembling the pedestal Be careful not to scratch the surface (part with Accessories Accessories Frame gloss finish) of the base during assembly Remote Control Batteries for the Cleaning cloth Pedestal Remove the cable cover attached to the Assembly screws TBLX0107 frame. (It will be used again after
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Quick Start Accessories/Optional Accessory Guide S L O O T A R E I V T S A C Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Attaching the pedestal to TV Check you have all the items shown. ■Assembling the pedestal Be careful not to scratch the surface (part with Accessories Accessories Frame gloss finish) of the base during assembly Remote Control Batteries for the Cleaning cloth Pedestal Remove the cable cover attached to the Assembly screws TBLX0107 frame. (It will be used again after
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Quick Start Accessories/Optional Accessory Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) Attaching the pedestal to TV (continued) Attaching the pedestal to TV Connecting Display Unit, Tuner Box and Wireless Unit Warning ■Wired connection Connect Display Unit to Tuner Box Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Accessories Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Assembly screws (2) Display Unit TXFXY01JSUJB Caution Do not use any other TV an
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Quick Start Accessories/Optional Accessory Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) Attaching the pedestal to TV (continued) Attaching the pedestal to TV Connecting Display Unit, Tuner Box and Wireless Unit Warning ■Wired connection Connect Display Unit to Tuner Box Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Accessories Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Assembly screws (2) Display Unit TXFXY01JSUJB Caution Do not use any other TV an
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Quick Start Accessories/Optional Accessory Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) Installing the Display Unit, Tuner Box and Wireless Unit Connect Wireless Unit (Transmitter) to Tuner Box Side View 5 m 45° Transmitter Display Hole for Cable clamper Receiver 45° 5 m 40° Floor Exclusive cable 5 ° for Wireless Transmitter The angle of the [Vertical Direction] transmitter can be adjusted Transmitter to 40º upward and 5º Top View downward. 10 m approx. 10 m 80° 80° 5 m 5 m ferrite c
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Quick Start Accessories/Optional Accessory Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) Installing the Display Unit, Tuner Box and Wireless Unit Connect Wireless Unit (Transmitter) to Tuner Box Side View 5 m 45° Transmitter Display Hole for Cable clamper Receiver 45° 5 m 40° Floor Exclusive cable 5 ° for Wireless Transmitter The angle of the [Vertical Direction] transmitter can be adjusted Transmitter to 40º upward and 5º Top View downward. 10 m approx. 10 m 80° 80° 5 m 5 m ferrite c
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Quick Start Basic Connection (Antenna + TV) Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) Basic Connection Connecting Antenna (To watch TV) Cable Binding Instructions Example 1 TV VHF/UHF Antenna VHF/UHF Antenna NTSC (National Television System Committee): • To attach To remove Conventional broadcasting hole ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): • Cable TV Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television Snaps Cable clamper (HDTV
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Quick Start Basic Connection (Antenna + TV) Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) Basic Connection Connecting Antenna (To watch TV) Cable Binding Instructions Example 1 TV VHF/UHF Antenna VHF/UHF Antenna NTSC (National Television System Committee): • To attach To remove Conventional broadcasting hole ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): • Cable TV Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television Snaps Cable clamper (HDTV
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Quick Start Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver) Guide (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR) Basic Connection (Continued) Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver Example 2 Example 3 TV DVD Recorder TV 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 VHF/UHF Antenna (e.g. DVD Recorder
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Quick Start Basic Connection (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR + Satellite Receiver) Guide (TV + DVD Recorder or VCR) Basic Connection (Continued) Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver Example 2 Example 3 TV DVD Recorder TV 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 VHF/UHF Antenna (e.g. DVD Recorder
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Quick Start Identifying Controls Guide Basic Connection (AV cable connections) High-Definition Standard-Definition Identifying Controls Basic Connection (Continued) AV cable connections TV controls/indicators Display Unit ■ A To use HDMI terminals Front of Display Unit Back of Display Unit AV Equipment HDMI AV OUT HDMI terminal e.g. Blu-ray Disc player AV IN (For Tuner Box or Wireless Unit Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quali
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Quick Start Identifying Controls Guide Basic Connection (AV cable connections) High-Definition Standard-Definition Identifying Controls Basic Connection (Continued) AV cable connections TV controls/indicators Display Unit ■ A To use HDMI terminals Front of Display Unit Back of Display Unit AV Equipment HDMI AV OUT HDMI terminal e.g. Blu-ray Disc player AV IN (For Tuner Box or Wireless Unit Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quali
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Quick Start First Time Setup Guide Identifying Controls S S L L O O O O T T A A R R E E I I V V T T S S A A C C MENU VOL CH INPUT/OK INPUT/OK MENU VOL CH Identifying Controls (Continued) First Time Setup (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. The remote control is operable when it is not facing the Display Unit or Tuner Box. Turn the T
