Panasonic TC-P54S1 Revised Troubleshooting Handbook

Slide #52
8 Blinks Error Code (HD Models) Flowchart
No
Yes
Verify that all the flex-cables between the panel and the SS/SS2 boards are properly seated and the connectors are
properly locked. Unplug the TV and disconnect connector SS23 from the SS board. Plug in the TV and turn it on
Does the
TV power
up and
stay on?
Replace
the A board
Unplug the TV and reconnect SS23. Remove the
ribbon cables from connector A31, A32, and A20
on the A board. Plug in the TV and turn it on
No
Yes
Does the TV
power up and
stay on with the
SC LED on?
Replace
the P board
Note: Before replacing the panel,
double check all the flex-cables between
the panel and the SS/SS2 boards.
Make sure they are properly seated and
that the connectors are properly locked.
Unplug the TV and reconnect SS23. Use a volt-meter and place
the positive probe on the anode of D285 on the SS board (See
previous slide for location), while the negative probe is grounded.
Yes
No
Is there
approx. 7.2V
at the anode
of D285 on
the SS
board?
Replace
the panel
Replace
SS board
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No
Yes
Did the
number of
blinks
change to 6
or 7 blinks?
Replace
the A board
8 blinks
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CAUTION: The TV power should not be turned on while
SC2 is disconnected. This could damage the SS board.
If the power LED continues to blink even after the TV is unplugged, press and hold the power
switch on the TV for a few seconds until the LED turns off.

Panasonic TC-P54S1 Specifications

General

Safety	UL6500/C-UL
Comb filter	3D
Pixel pitch	0.624 x 0.624 mm
Aspect ratio	16:9
Power supply	599 W
Product color	Black
Audio (L/R) in	2
Package weight	48000 g
Product weight	83.8 lbs
Noise reduction	Yes
RMS rated power	20 W
Display diagonal	54 \
Display language	English/Spanish/French
Set depth (inch)	4.2 \
Set width (inch)	51.7 \
Set height (inch)	32.8 \
Composite video in	1
Display technology	Plasma
Power requirements	AC 120 V, 60Hz
HDMI ports quantity	3
Remote control type	IR
Box depth (imperial)	13.1 \
Box width (imperial)	57.6 \
Box height (imperial)	37 \
Supported video modes	1080i, 1080p, 480p, 720p
Compatible memory cards	SDHC
Contrast ratio (dynamic)	2000000:1
Contrast ratio (typical)	-
Package weight (imperial)	105.8 lbs
Power consumption (sleep)	0.3 W
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Sustainability certificates	ENERGY STAR
Set depth (with stand) (inch)	15.3 \
Set height (with stand) (inch)	34.8 \