According to a service forum (not FixYa), 8 blinks indicates Driver SOS 3 SS Board (SS energy recovery circuit) - in other words, the 8 blinks means a protection code for a faulty board/module. Unfortunately, this may not be repairable at consumer level; the TV will have to go to a workshop to have that board (if this model has it) examined and/or replaced (manufacturers no longer provide individual components for replacement; they lean towards replacing entire boards/panels/modules in their appliances nowadays). The only problem here is the likely cost(s) involved.
I suggest that you obtain a quote from an authorised Panasonic service centre, then you can decide for yourself if it is economical or worthwhile repairing. It's up to you.
- the error code/circuit failure can vary over different models.
It always pays in the end to get a second opinion on this sort of problem. I do not recommend that you undertake the repairs yourself. Much easier and safer to get a competent qualified technician to put the TV right for you. Just keep the likely costs in mind if you go ahead.
As I said, it is up to you what you decide to do from here, but I do recommend you get a quote first, if you are able to.
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