Model No. Número de modelo TC-P50G20 TC-P54G20 Operating Instructions 50”/54” Class 1080p Plasma HDTV (49.9/54.1 inches measured diagonally) Manual de instrucciones Televisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 50”/54” de Plasma (49,9/54,1 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) 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 Quick Start Guide See page 8-17 or visit us at www.
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Contents Please read before using the unit ● Safety Precautions ·········································· 4 ● Notes ······························································· 7 ● Accessories/Optional Accessory ····················· 8 ● Basic Connection ·········································· 11 ● Identifying Controls········································ 13 ● First Time Setup ············································ 14 SD memory card Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide Enjoy your TV! Basi
Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. WARNING: The lightning flash with arrowhead within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.
Do not place any objects on top of the Plasma TV. If water spills onto the Plasma TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the Plasma TV, please consult an Authorized Service Center. In the unlikely event that you receive a shock from this product it is possible that your household outlet may be wired improperly. Have an electrician verify that the TV’s outlet is properly wired.
Safety Precautions (Continued) CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and may cause personal injury or even death. The consumer electronics industry (of which Panasonic is a member) is committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe.
FCC STATEMENT 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 Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Accessories Remote Control Transmitter Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2) N2QAYB000486 AC cord AA Battery Pedestal TBLX0147 (TC-P50G20) TBLX0157 (TC-P54G20) How to assemble (p. 9) Operating Instructions VIERA Concierge and Quick Start Guide Product Registration Card (U.S.A.
■Assembling the pedestal Attaching the pedestal to TV Fix securely with assembly screws A . Tighten screws firmly.
Accessories/Optional Accessory (Continued) Attaching the pedestal to TV (continued) Warning Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Caution Do not use any other TV and displays. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result. Do not use the pedestal if it becomes warped or physically damaged. If you use the pedestal when it is physically damaged, personal injury may result.
Basic Connection Example Connecting Antenna (To watch TV) TV VHF/UHF Antenna Cable TV VHF/UHF Antenna NTSC (National Television System Committee): Conventional broadcasting ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee): Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multichannel surround-sound audio and interactive television.
Basic Connection (Continued) AV cable connections To use HDMI terminals AV Equipment HDMI AV OUT e.g. Blu-ray Disc player High-Definition Connecting to HDMI terminals will enable you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound. The HDMI connection is required for a 1080p signal. For “VIERA LinkTM connections”, please refer to p. 35. To use COMPONENT terminals Y red green green blue blue blue PB COMPONENT VIDEO OUT AV Equipment PR green red red e.g.
Identifying Controls TV controls/indicators Front of the TV Back of the TV SD card slot USB 1/2 connector Selects channels in sequence Volume up/down HDMI Input 3 connector Displays the Main Menu Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) Video Input 2 connector Changes the input mode Chooses Menu and Submenu entries POWER button Note The TV consumes a small amount of electric energy even when turned off. Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control.
First Time Setup First time setup screen 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. 33) is set to “No”.
Auto channel setup (ANT/Cable setup) Select the connected Antenna in terminal ANT/Cable setup Not used: Go to Step 3 of 6 Cable Antenna Not used (Label inputs) select ANTENNA Cable In OK Antenna Cable In Select “Not used” when viewing TV via Satellite receiver or Cable box. Note: Select “Cable” when viewing via Cable DTA Box. OK Select RETURN Quick Start Guide Select “Not used” when no wire is connected to the “Antenna/Cable” terminal.
First Time Setup (Continued) Configure Network settings Select the Network type Network settings Ethernet cable Step 5 of 6 Set later Wireless (WiFi) Set later: Go to 6 You can set in “Setup” menu later. Wireless (WiFi): Start “Wireless network” (p. 17) LAN OK Select RETURN Selects Ethernet cable or wireless network. If you select “set later” and want to repeat the Network settings, select “Network settings” in the Setup Menu.
Adjust the Clock (Set clock) Select NEXT then press OK to go to the next step. Manual setting Set clock Hour Minute Time zone DST Next Edit Select Change Manual ------- - --- 0 - 9 DST Minutes select Step 6 of 6 Mode Year Month Day set or Select OK 10 0 9 RETURN Follow the instructions on screen to complete the following operations. Current year.
Watching TV Basic connection (p. 11-12) To watch TV and other functions Turn power on (Remote) (TV) Note If the mode is not TV, press TV. (p. 28) or and select Select a channel number (Remote) To directly enter the digital channel number up When tuning to a digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound channel number.
Displays or removes the channel banner Clock Channel THE NEWS 15-2 12:30 PM ABC-HD CC SAP TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3 30 Information Recall Station SAP Signal identifier indication resolution Closed caption Rating Level Picture mode Sleep timer remaining time Aspect ratio Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes (p.
Watching TV (Continued) Favorite Feature Set the Favorite Feature 1 Display the SUB MENU.
Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS is the easy way to access frequently-used 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. Display VIERA TOOLS Select the item select next THX Viewing Set each item Change to “THX” mode. Picture mode (p. 55) VIERA CAST VIERA Link control VIERA Link control (p.
Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER (Media player) 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. Media player: You can also view still and motion images and play music saved on a USB flash memory and an SD card.
Insert a Media (SD card or USB flash memory) * This setting will be skipped next time unless you select “Set later” (SD card only). Set “Image viewer settings” Select “Play image viewer now” select Image viewer settings Image viewer auto play Slideshow: A Slideshow will start automatically next time. Thumbnail: The “Photos” will be displayed automatically next time. Movie/Music: The video/music data plays automatically from next time. Set later: “Image viewer settings” menu will be displayed repeatedly.
Viewing with VIERA IMAGE VIEWER (Media player) (Continued) Photo view (p. 23) 7 x 4 (28 photos) In Media Player Switch Thumbnail view Select R Slideshow Photos 10 x 6 (60 photos) All photos OK RETURN G Sort Media Player Select Info B Change thumbnail Y Media select R Slideshow Photos All photos OK RETURN G Sort Info B Change thumbnail Y Media select (p.
In Adjust the Picture and Audio or (p. 23) Display “Photo settings” Picture select 1/2 Reset to defaults adjust Vivid Picture mode 0 Contrast example: Picture menu Picture menu/Audio menu (p. 32) Select the item Photo settings Use VIERA Link function select Picture select Record now Audio Stop recording VIERA Link VIERA Link control Slideshow settings next SD Card / USB select change Recorder Speaker output TV VIERA Link (p.
VIERA CASTTM You can access information services (TV content) from the Home screen via the Internet. You need broadband environment to use this service. Operate VIERA CAST Preparations Internet connections (p. 27) Network settings (p. 40-43) Display the Home screen Select the item and press OK select view Press to exit from a menu screen Featured Videos Featured Photos MORE --------- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- BACK --------- Press to return to the Home screen This screen is an example.
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. Required speed (effective): at least 1.5 Mbps for SD and 6Mbps for HD picture quality, respectively. Dial-up Internet service cannot be used for VIERA CAST.
Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV screen. Input Select You can select the external equipment to access. With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mode Press the corresponding NUMBER button on the remote control to select the input of your choice.
VIERA LinkTM Setting If you connect equipment that has the “HDAVI Control” function to the TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 34-39. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below. Display the menu Select “Setup” Menu Setup 2/2 VIERA Link settings select ECO / energy saving Keyboard type next U.S.
Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC. (p. 51) Display the Input select menu Input select 1 TV 2 HDMI 1 3 HDMI 2 4 HDMI 3 5 Component 1 6 Component 2 7 Video 1 8 Video 2 9 PC GAME GAME AUX GAME Select “PC” Corresponding signals (p.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to set the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display the menu Menu structure Menu Menu bar Press OK to move to the Menu items. Input labels HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Menu items Press OK to proceed to next screen if available. Component 1 Component 2 Video 1 How to Use Menu Functions Displaying PC Screen on TV Shows the functions that can be adjusted.
How to Use Menu Functions Menu list Menu Item Reset to defaults* Picture mode Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”. Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/THX/Game/Custom) (p. 55) Adjusts the color, brightness, etc.
Menu list Menu Item Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Locks the channels and programs. (p. 44) Lock Closed caption Closed caption Displays subtitles (Closed caption) (p. 48) Language Clock ANT/Cable setup Sets the mode to select the channel with the Channel up/down button. (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE. (p. 20) Selects the screen menu language. Adjusts the clock. (p. 17) Sets channels. (p.
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. Connections to the equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Home theater system, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface with them automatically.
VIERA LinkTM Connections Follow the connection diagrams below for HDAVI control of a single piece of AV equipment such as a DVD recorder (DIGA), Home theater system. Refer to page 36-39 for Setup Menu settings and additional control information. Optional HDMI and/or optical cables are not included.
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” Display the menu Automatic Input Switching Power on link Select “Setup” Menu Setup 2/2 select VIERA Link settings Power off link ECO / energy saving next Energy saving mode select Unselected device energy save Keyboard type U.S. Advanced setup First time setup About Reset to defaults Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings. Select “VIERA Link settings” Menu Setup 2/2 VIERA Link settings ECO/energy saving Keyboard type next U.
(Continued) When using a Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player/recorder or Home theater system, the TV will automatically change to the appropriate input, when playback begins on one of those devices. For a Home theater system the speakers automatically switch to the theater system. When “Yes” is selected (p. 33), the TV is turned on automatically and switches to the appropriate HDMI input whenever a VIERA Link compatible equipment is initially turned on and the Play mode is selected. When “Yes” is selected (p.
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” You can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDAVI Control” function in the “VIERA Link” menu. For more details on the “HDAVI Control” function, refer to p.
(Continued) You can select the Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Control the theater speakers with the TV remote control. This function is available only when a Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Select “Speaker output” Select “Home theater” or “TV” change Stop recording Volume up / down Mute select Record now Home theater: Adjustment for the equipment VIERA Link control Recorder Speaker output sound of the TV is muted.
Network Settings This is a setting for connecting to a broadband environment. Display the menu Connection test Select “Setup” Menu Setup 1/2 Channel surf mode select Network connection AII Language set or next Clock ANT/Cable setup Connected devices Anti image retention Network settings Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings.
Check that the Network settings are as shown below, and then start “Connection test”. Select “Connection test” and press OK Displayed Connection test screen (It takes a while to cancel the test.) Menu Connection test Network settings Connection test select Check Ethernet cable connection Validate IP address Check for IP address duplication Check connection to the Internet Check communication with Viera CAST server. OK Test in progress...
Network Settings Display the menu Select “Setup” Menu Setup 1/2 Channel surf mode select AII Language set or next Clock ANT/Cable setup Connected devices Anti image retention IP setting/ DNS settings Network settings Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings.
(continued) [IP setting] Manual setting Select “IP setting mode” and set to “Automatic” (When IP automatic acquisition in DHCP can be used) Menu IP address/DNS settings 1/2 IP setting mode Automatic IP address 192.168.0.5 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default gateway 192.168.0.254 select OK Select “IP setting mode” and set to “Manual” Select the item and press OK Check the specifications of the broadband router and enter each IP address 0 . 10I Subnet mask 0OK . 0 .
Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Display the menu Channel lock Select “Lock” Menu next Password Enter password. - - - - select You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. Game lock Blocks access, with password protection, to channels, programs or inputs. Input your 4-digit password A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings. Menu Password Enter password.
To select the channel or the rating of the program to lock Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to block. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. Select “Mode” and set to “Custom” Select a channel to lock Menu Channel lock Mode Custom Channel 1 - Channel 2 - Channel 3 - Channel 4 - Channel 5 - Channel 6 - Channel 7 - select To lock/unlock all channels: Select “Mode” and set to “All” or “Off”.
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions. Display the menu Auto program Set automatically Select “Setup” Menu Setup 1/2 next Channel surf mode All Language select Clock ANT/Cable setup Connected devices Anti image retention Network settings Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings.
Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. Select a scanning mode (p. 15) Select “ANT in” Select “Cable” or “Antenna” Or select “Not used” (p. 15). Menu Auto program All channels Menu OK Analog only Digital only Select “Auto program” select ANT/Cable setup ANT in Cable next Auto program Manual program Signal meter Settings are made automatically select After the scanning is completed, select “Apply”. (see below ). All previously saved channels are erased.
Closed Caption Display the menu Select “Closed caption” Menu Closed caption Reset to defaults Mode next On Analog CC1 Digital Primary select Digital setting Press to exit from a menu screen Display broadcast TV’s Closed Caption (CC) text when available. The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio. The program being viewed must be transmitting the Closed caption (CC) information. (p.
Input Labels Display the menu Select “Setup” Menu Setup next 1/2 Channel surf mode All Language select Clock ANT/Cable setup Input labels Anti image retention Network settings Adjusts Surf mode, Language, Clock, Channels, Inputs, and other settings.
Using Timer The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 17) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 33) is set. Display the menu Select “Timer” Menu next Timer Sleep Timer 1 Timer 2 Timer 3 select Timer 4 Timer 5 Set the TV to turn on or off automatically at the designated date and time.
Recommended AV Connections These diagrams show our recommendations of how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications. For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca Back of the TV Front of the TV AC 120 V 60 Hz Cable TV or LAN connection (p. 27) Cable Box AC Cord (Connect after all the other connections are complete.
Ratings List for Lock “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 45) U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NR G PG PG-13 R NC-17 X NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply. GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children. PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED.
Technical 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). The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such as a set-top box or satellite receiver) has the CC set On using the Component or HDMI connection to the TV. If the CC is set to On on both the receiver and TV when the signal is 480i (except for the HDMI connection), the CC may overlap on the TV.
Technical Information (Continued) Data format for SD Card /USB flash memory browsing Photo: Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG files of DCF* and EXIF** standards Data format-Baseline JPEG (Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0) Max. number of files - 9,999 Image resolution - 160 x 120 to 20,000,000 Movie: SD-Video Standard Ver. 1.
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 34) 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 the TV is in Standby mode. Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when playback starts. Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when input mode is switched.
Technical Information (Continued) DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals You can enjoy your Home theater by connecting a Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) decoder and “Multi Channel” amplifier to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminals. Caution Depending on your DVD player and DVD-Audio software the copyright protection function may operate and disable optical output. When an ATSC channel is selected, the output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack will be Dolby Digital. When an NTSC channel is selected, the output will be PCM.
Input signal that can be displayed * Mark: Applicable input signal for Component (Y, PB, PR), HDMI and PC horizontal frequency (kHz) vertical frequency (Hz) 525 (480) / 60i 15.73 59.94 525 (480) /60p 31.47 59.94 750 (720) /60p 45.00 59.94 1,125 (1,080) /60i 33.75 59.94 1,125 (1,080)/60p 67.43 59.94 1,125 (1,080)/60p 67.50 60.00 1,125(1,080)/24p 26.97 23.98 1,125(1,080)/24p 27.00 24.00 640 × 400 @70 31.47 70.08 640 × 480 @60 31.47 59.94 Macintosh13” (640 × 480) 35.00 66.67 640 × 480 @75 37.50 75.
FAQ 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. 62, 63) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo www.panasonic.ca White spots or shadow images (noise) Check the position, direction, and connection of the antenna.
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). Problem “VIERA” logo moves on the screen Actions The function to prevent “Image retention” is activated.
Specifications TC-P50G20 TC-P54G20 Power Source AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power Plasma Display Sound Consumption panel Maximum 441 W 465 W Standby condition 0.2 W 0.2 W Drive method Aspect Ratio Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) AC type 16:9 50 ” class (49.9 inches measured diagonally) 43.5 ” × 24.4 ” × 49.9 ” (1,105 mm × 622 mm × 1,268 mm) 2,073,600 (1,920 (W) × 1,080 (H)) [5,760 × 1,080 dots] 54 ” class (54.1 inches measured diagonally) 47.1 ” × 26.5 ” × 54.1 ” (1,198 mm × 673 mm × 1,374 mm) (No.
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Limited Warranty (for Canada) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price.
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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. Model Number Serial Number Anotación del cliente El modelo y el número de serie de este producto se encuentran en su panel posterior.
