Panasonic Viera TC-P42X1 Quick start guide

Panasonic Service and Technology Company
National Training
Technical Guide
2009-Plasma HD and FHD TV (12th Generation)
Model TC-P42PX1
TC-P42X1
TC-P50X1
TC-P42S1
TC-P46S1
TC-P50S1
Applies to models:
TTG090306CP/090306
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Prepared by
Cesar Perdomo
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
National Training
Warning
This service information is designed for experienced repair technicians only and is not designed for use by the
general public. It does not contain warnings or cautions to advise non-technical individuals of potential dangers in
attempting to service a product. Products powered by electricity should be serviced or repaired only by
experienced professional technicians. Any attempt to service or repair the product or products dealt with in this
service information by anyone else could result in serious injury or death.
Copyright  2009 by Panasonic Service and Technology Company
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Table of Content
Subject Slide
Topics 4
Introduction 5
Series Line-up 6
Z1 - V10 Series 7
G10 –S1 Series 8
Z Series 9
New Features Comparison 10
Power Consumption Comparison 11
Viera Technology 12
Moving Picture Resolution 1080 Lines with 600Hz Sub-field Drive 13
Moving Picture Resolution 14
Sub-field 15
Over 2,000,000:1 High Contrast (Native 40,000:1) 16
Air Filter 17
Wireless HD 18
Radio Frequency Remote Controller 19
TC-P42PX1 (HD Model) 20
Technical Changes 21
S – Series Full-HD 22
Connectors/Boards Location 23
Boards Description 24
Standby Operation 25
Standby Circuit Operation 26
Power On 27
Power On Operation 28
Sub-Voltages 29
Sub-Voltages Distribution 30
10 Blinks Condition Troubleshooting 31
SOS Detect (Shutdown) 32
SOS Blinking Timing Chart 33
SOS Detect Block Diagram (TC-P42S1) 34
Panel Drive SOS Detect Block Diagram (TC-P42S1) 35
Panel Drive SOS Detect Block Diagram (TC-P42X1) 36
Panel MPU SOS Detect 37
Panel MPU SOS Detect (Continue) 38
System PMU SOS Detect 39
2 Blinks Error Code 40
Troubleshooting 2 Blinks Error Code 41
Subject Slide
3 Blinks – 4 Blinks Error Code 42
5 Blinks Error Code 43
Troubleshooting a 5 Blinks Error Code 44
6 Blinks Error Code (TC-P42S1) 45
6 Blinks Error Code (TC-P42X1) 46
6 Blinks Error Code Circuit Explanation 47
DRV RST Diagram (TC-P42S1) 48
Driver Reset Circuit Operation 49
DRV RST Block Diagram (TC-P42X1) 50
7 Blinks Error Code 51
8 Blinks Error Code (TC-P42S1) 52
8 Blinks Error Code Circuit Explanation 53
8 Blinks Error Code (TC-P42X1) 54
8 Blinks Error Code (TC-P42X1) Circuit Explanation 55
11 Blinks Error Code 56
11 Blinks Circuit Explanation 57
Boards Isolation Procedure 58
SC Board Isolation Procedure (TC-P42S1) 59
SS Board Isolation Procedure (TC-P42S1) 60
SS Board Isolation Procedure (TC-P42X1) 61
SS – SD Boards Isolation 62
SU and SD Boards Isolation Procedure 63
SU Board Isolation Procedure 64
SD Board Isolation Procedure 65
Signal Process Block 66
Signal Process Block Diagram 67
Signal Process Explanation 68
Service Notes 69
Service Mode 70
Self Check 71
Self Check Menu 72
Reset Procedure 73
Glossary 74
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Topics
Introduction
Series Line-up
Features Comparison
Technical Changes
Standby – Power On Operation
Shutdown Circuit Explanation
Troubleshooting
Boards Isolation
Service Notes
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Introduction
Panasonic's 2009 line of VIERA HDTVs have improved their energy efficiency vs. last year's
models, while also improving the overall picture performance of the HDTVs.
This is list of features provided by Panasonic's 2009 line of VIERA HDTVs
1. Access to HD movie rental via Amazon Video-on-Demand.
2. Improved VIERA CAST interface by implementing quick keyword input (like a cell phone) to
help retrieve favorite content faster and easier.
3. Panasonic HDTVs VIERA Link - a technology that utilizes HDMI-CEC (Consumer
Electronics Control) and allows a consumer to operate all VIERA Link(TM: 65.38, -1.15, -
1.73%) compatible A/V components using only the TV's remote control and helpful on-
screen menus.
4. In addition to operating a VIERA HDTV, video source (Blu-ray and DVD player) and home
theater receiver; VIERA Link permits operation of a network camera.
A VIERA Link capable Network Camera BL-C210A can be connected to a VIERA HDTV
and controlled via VIERA Link remote. Users can then watch their child, pet and/or property
by installing the camera and networking to the VIERA HDTV via Ethernet cable. The BL-
C210A will be available in the United States in the summer of 2009.
1. Viewing of digital still photos and playback of AVCHD video recorded on SD card.
2. Panasonic New creation “Neo-PDP” line with a brighter panel, double luminance efficiency,
deeper blacks with improved contrast ratio and 1080 TV lines of Moving Picture Resolution.
3. 8 THX certified VIEra models (The V10 series and the G10 series )
Note: THX certification ensures that each display can present all HD and standard
definition content to the maximum resolution with accurate color and luminance levels.
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SERIES MODELS
42” 46” 50” 54” 58” 65”
Z1 SERIES
(Full HD) TC-P54Z1
V10 SERIES
(Full HD) TC-V50V10 TC-V54V10 TC-V58V10 TC-V65V10
G15 SERIES
(Full HD) TC-P42G15 TC-P46G15 TC-P50G15
G10 SERIES
(Full HD) TC-P42G10 TC-P46G10 TC-P50G10 TC-P54G10
S1 SERIES
(Full HD) TC-P42S1 TC-P46S1 TC-P50S1 TC-P54S1 TC-P58S1 TC-P65S1
U1 SERIES
(Full HD) TC-P42U1 TC-P46U1 TC-P50U1
X1 SERIES
(HD) TC-P42X1 TC-P50X1
C1 SERIES
(HD) TC-P42C1 TC-P50C1
DERIVATIVE
MODELS 42” 46” 50” 54” 58” 65”
PS SERIES
(Full HD) TC-50PS14 TC-54PS14
PX SERIES
(HD) TC-42PS14 TC-50PS14
Series Line up
A new 54” model has been introduced for this year
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Z1/V10 Series
Z Series
The flagship VIERA plasma in 2009 is the Z1 series, with a revolutionary one inch thin panel design
and Wireless HD connectivity to deliver the ultimate sleek, uncluttered HDTV viewing experience.
VIERA CAST web menu with the new streaming HD movie rental capability via Amazon Video-on-
Demand.
The Neo PDP design of the VIERA Z1 produces a brighter picture, deeper blacks, improved native
contrast ratio (40,000:1) and Full-Time 1080 TV lines of motion resolution.
1080p resolution, a THX Certified Display; an Infinite Black panel; 600Hz Sub-field Drive; and VIERA
Link, and VIERA Image Viewer for playing back digital still images and AVCHD videos recorded on SD
Memory Cards.
The Z1 series will be available in the summer of 2009 in the new TC-54Z1, 54-inch class screen size.
V10 Series
The VIERA V10 series are slim, 2-inch thin plasma HDTVs.
Digital Cinema Color(TM: 65.38, -1.15, -1.73%) which helps to deliver all movie-essential colors, full
THX Display certification.
VIERA CAST web menu with Amazon Video on Demand services.
The Neo PDP design features 1080p resolution; deeper blacks, improved native contrast ratio of
40,000:1; Full-Time 1080 TV lines of motion resolution; an Infinite Black panel; 600Hz Sub-field Drive;
VIERA Link, and VIERA Image Viewer for playing back digital still images and AVCHD videos recorded
on SD Memory Cards.
Available in a 65-inch class, 58-inch class, 54-inch class, and a 50-inch class screen size.
The 50-inch model with one-sheet-of-glass design will be available in May 2009 and the remaining
models will be available in the summer of 2009.
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G10/S1 Series
G10 Series
The VIERA G10 features the VIERA CAST web menu.
THX certified Display.
1080p resolution, deeper blacks, improved native contrast ratio of 40,000:1, Full-Time 1080 TV lines of
motion resolution, an Infinite Black panel, 600Hz Sub-field Drive, as well as Game Mode and VIERA
Link.
Available in a 54-inch class, 50-inch class, 46-inch class, and 42-inch class screen size.
The 42-inch, 46-inch and 50-inch HDTVs will be available in March 2009, while the 54-inch model
will be available in May 2009.
S1 Series
The VIERA S1 represents the first VIERA plasma series to feature the new NEO PDP designs.
THX certified displays together with VIERA Image Viewer.
Full-Time 1080 TV lines of motion resolution, which eliminate traditional HDTV motion blur. 1080p
resolution; a native contrast ratio of 40,000:1; an Infinite Black panel; 600Hz Sub-field Drive;
and a Game Mode.
65" screen size with its own 65-inch class product, a 58-inch class, a 54-inch class, a 50-inch class
a 46-inch class, and a 42-inch class diagonally).
The 42-inch, 46-inch and 50-inch HDTVs will be available in March 2009 while the 54-inch will be
available in the summer of 2009.
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X Series
X1 Series
The X1 VIERA HDTVs offer a 600Hz Sub-field Drive that delivers razor-sharp motion focus.
VIERA Image Viewer for photos playback.
VIERA Link control of all compatible A/V home entertainment components via a single remote.
Improved native contrast ratio of 30,000:1, an Infinite Black panel, and a Game Mode.
Available in a 50-inch class and 42-inch class.
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New Features Comparison
Feature Z1 V10 G15 G10 S1 U1 X1 C1 PS PX
Wireless HD X
RF Remote Control X
RS232 X X
PC input X X X X X X X
LAN Port X X X X X
THX X X X X X
Viera Cast X X X X X
Viera Link With Network Camera X X X X X
AVCHD/MPEG2/JPEG playback Thru SD Card X X X X X
1080 Lines Moving Picture Resolution X X X X X
900 Lines Moving Picture Resolution X X
720 Lines Moving Picture Resolution X X X
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Power Consumption Comparison
TH-42PZ85U (With Fans)
Power Consumption
Maximum 573 W
Standby condition 0.2 W
Weight 66.1 lb.
TC-P42S1 (With Fans)
Power Consumption
Maximum 485 W
Standby condition 0.3 W
Weight 57.4 lb.
TC-P50X1 (No Fans)
Power Consumption
Maximum 399 W
Standby condition 0.3 W
Weight 75 lb.
TC-P50S1 (With Fans)
Power Consumption
Maximum 584 W
Standby condition 0.3 W
Weight 72.8 lb.
TC-P42X1 (No Fans)
Power Consumption
Maximum 286 W
Standby condition 0.3 W
Weight 57.4 lb.
TH-42PX80U (No Fans)
Power Consumption
Maximum 385 W
Standby condition 0.3 W
Weight 56.7 lb.
TH-50PX80U (No Fans)
Power Consumption
Maximum 497 W
Standby condition 0.3 W
Weight 76.8 lb.
TC-37LZ85U
Power Consumption
Maximum 222 W
Standby condition 0.2 W
Weight 48.6 lb.
2008 Plasma 2009 Plasma2008 LCD
TC-32LX85U
Power Consumption
Maximum 142 W
Standby condition 0.6 W
Weight 35.3 lb.
HD
FULL
HD TH-50PZ85U (With Fans)
Power Consumption
Maximum 690 W
Standby condition 0.2 W
Weight 83.8 lb.
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VIErA Technology
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Moving Picture Resolution 1080 Lines
with 600 Hz Sub-field Drive
New
Sports and other fast-action scenes are stunningly clear.
To improve the moving picture resolution, frames are generated at the sub-field
level. With a frame generated each 1/60th of a second, images are created to
match the motion.
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Moving Picture Resolution
A static image is represented in its entirety 1920x1080.
When the image moves from frame to frame, resolution is lost
by the drivers and electronics behind the screen.
Moving Picture Resolution 900 lines or more
The resolution can be different between static versus dynamic.
As you are watching moving images - that is the resolution
that Panasonic quotes. It might be 1300 for a JPEG (just
showing a comparison)
480 Hz Sub-field Drive
480Hz refers to the subfield drive. 8 subfields per frame x 60
frames per second = 480 subfields per second = 480Hz
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Sub-field
A number of sub-fields overlap to depict the image in each frame. Panasonic
technology detects movement in the image and reflects it in each individual sub-
field to achieve smooth playback with minimal blurring.
What's Sub-field?
Plasma TVs express a single frame of an image by using multiple images, each
having a different gradation.
These separate images are called sub-fields.
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Over 2,000,000:1 High Contrast (Native 40,000:1)
New
The shading in dimly-lit night scenes is beautifully rendered.
A high contrast is achieved by NeoPDP technology. This newly
developed, highly efficient panel creates a larger difference
between maximum brightness (white) and minimum brightness (black).
Series Z1, V10, G15, G10, S1,
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AR Filter
Enjoy clearer images without bothersome reflections.
Screen reflections are cut when viewing in bright rooms.
This filter minimizes light reflections. Panasonic's unique low-reflection filter
greatly reduces the reflected light intensity compared with the incident light
intensity.
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Wireless HD™
View HD images with wireless operation.
This function sends high-resolution, full-HD data over a wireless connection. It
enables a flexible VIERA layout to match any room interior.
*A special receiver is required to use WirelessHD™.
The usage distance and installation environment for the Wireless HD™ System and the effect that other
machines will have on it are presently being tested, and the system performance is being confirmed.
The actual usage distance might be shorter than the recommended distance due to physical obstacles
between the transmitter and receiver, the surrounding environment, or the building structure. With regard to
the installation environment, should the Wireless HD™ System be installed in hot areas or areas that
radiate heat, video and audio performance can be adversely affected and the system may even
malfunction. Also, the incorrect placement of the transmitter and receiver can lead to picture and sound
scrambling and interruption, and general poor performance.
With regard to the effect that other machines will have on the system, should the wireless transmitter or
receiver be placed close to a telephone or microwave oven, normal operation may be prevented due to
signal interference.
New
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Radio Frequency Remote Control
The signals that propagate all around the room can be
used to operate equipment without having to worry about
the direction that the remote control is pointed. This allows
easy operation of a Tuner that is placed inside an AV rack.
Note: This remote control uses 2.4GHz frequency. Please
do not place this control near any other device which
may receive interference from the frequency.
New
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TC-P42X1 (HD Model) No LED
on the SS
board
Connection between
the SC board and the
SS board
Connection between
the SC board and the
SS board (SC3-SS3)
A board
location
New
New
New
No STB5V
jumper on the
SS board
New
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