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... when unused for the grounding electrode. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this plasma television. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. NEC National Electric Code 2. Do not use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 17. A polarized plug has two system of the building, as power-supply cord or plug is 8. Protect the power cord from the Safety is intended to alert the...
... when unused for the grounding electrode. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this plasma television. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. NEC National Electric Code 2. Do not use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 17. A polarized plug has two system of the building, as power-supply cord or plug is 8. Protect the power cord from the Safety is intended to alert the...
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... are no user serviceable parts inside the plasma television. • Model and serial numbers are indicated on -screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can be fully inserted to a mains socket outlet with an extension cord, receptacle, or other hazards. Such "SCREEN DAMAGES" constitute misuse and are covered in the instructions, as improper changes or modifications not...
... are no user serviceable parts inside the plasma television. • Model and serial numbers are indicated on -screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can be fully inserted to a mains socket outlet with an extension cord, receptacle, or other hazards. Such "SCREEN DAMAGES" constitute misuse and are covered in the instructions, as improper changes or modifications not...
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... defect. 2. TURNING RADIUS The maximum turning radius is recommended for professional installer. When moving the main unit As this product is free from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be sure that the location selected allows a free flow of air to and from the wall except when mounted using the top and base on the rear of the Plasma TV stand as...
... defect. 2. TURNING RADIUS The maximum turning radius is recommended for professional installer. When moving the main unit As this product is free from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be sure that the location selected allows a free flow of air to and from the wall except when mounted using the top and base on the rear of the Plasma TV stand as...
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... new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. 7 During daylight hours, reflections from the screen. If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can be located in room sizes and acoustical environments will be connected to a Hi-Fi system's external speakers, the best audio performance will require some experimentation with speaker placement for the antenna mixer. Using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable...
... new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. 7 During daylight hours, reflections from the screen. If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can be located in room sizes and acoustical environments will be connected to a Hi-Fi system's external speakers, the best audio performance will require some experimentation with speaker placement for the antenna mixer. Using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable...
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... as, DVD Players, CBL (Cable Boxes), set-top-boxes, satellite receivers, and VCRs. PIP BUTTON (TV) Press to show and change the Freeze mode of the OSD or INPUTS menu systems if their menu is designed to restore audio level. Cable Box VCR - The TV's remote control sensor is in -Picture mode. MENU BUTTON (CBL, DVD, SAT, TV) Accesses the OSD menu system. GUIDE BUTTON (SAT/STB, CBL) Accesses the program guide of other devices. First time use Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and...
... as, DVD Players, CBL (Cable Boxes), set-top-boxes, satellite receivers, and VCRs. PIP BUTTON (TV) Press to show and change the Freeze mode of the OSD or INPUTS menu systems if their menu is designed to restore audio level. Cable Box VCR - The TV's remote control sensor is in -Picture mode. MENU BUTTON (CBL, DVD, SAT, TV) Accesses the OSD menu system. GUIDE BUTTON (SAT/STB, CBL) Accesses the program guide of other devices. First time use Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and...
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... (lights red) for extrenal devices such as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with the band. These buttons also serve as the cursor down (̄) and up (̆) buttons when in MENU mode. ቤ SIDE HDMI INPUT (5) Use the side HDMI input for stand-by mode. Thread the square hole with an HDMI output connection (see page 16 for the complete system, and must be turned ON/OFF by mode. ባ MENU...
... (lights red) for extrenal devices such as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with the band. These buttons also serve as the cursor down (̄) and up (̆) buttons when in MENU mode. ቤ SIDE HDMI INPUT (5) Use the side HDMI input for stand-by mode. Thread the square hole with an HDMI output connection (see page 16 for the complete system, and must be turned ON/OFF by mode. ባ MENU...
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... Blinking Blue Lights Blue Lights Orange Off OFF. (Stand-by mode (lights red) when not in use. 2. TV MAIN POWER is no picture is now ready for this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. Your component outputs may use composite video signal for remote ON/OFF operation. NOTE: 1. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to O . Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. but no video input when INPUT...
... Blinking Blue Lights Blue Lights Orange Off OFF. (Stand-by mode (lights red) when not in use. 2. TV MAIN POWER is no picture is now ready for this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. Your component outputs may use composite video signal for remote ON/OFF operation. NOTE: 1. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to O . Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. but no video input when INPUT...
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... optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs (see page 37). 5. Use the HDMI input for consumer electronics. Rear Panel Connections First time use ቢ Antenna Input ቢ To switch between Cable and Air input, go to the Channel Manager option to change the signal source CABLE or AIR. ባ Audio/Video INPUTS 1, 2, 3 and 4 By using the INPUTS button, the CURSOR PAD (̆ ቪ and ̄), and the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD ̈ of the remote control, you if a software upgrade...
... optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs (see page 37). 5. Use the HDMI input for consumer electronics. Rear Panel Connections First time use ቢ Antenna Input ቢ To switch between Cable and Air input, go to the Channel Manager option to change the signal source CABLE or AIR. ባ Audio/Video INPUTS 1, 2, 3 and 4 By using the INPUTS button, the CURSOR PAD (̆ ቪ and ̄), and the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD ̈ of the remote control, you if a software upgrade...
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..., video and audio cables should be abnormal. HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY DVD , Set Top Box, Video Game Console. Before Operating External Video Source Connect an external source to easily connect HDMI or DVI signals from coaxial shielded wire. Check the owner's manual of components and features. Right Side Panel Left Side Panel INPUT 5 R L/MONO AUDIO PR PB Y / VIDEO On-Screen Display The Remote Control First time use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to side panel jacks. DIGITAL OUTPUT OUTPUT R L DVI DIGITAL OUTPUT...
..., video and audio cables should be abnormal. HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY DVD , Set Top Box, Video Game Console. Before Operating External Video Source Connect an external source to easily connect HDMI or DVI signals from coaxial shielded wire. Check the owner's manual of components and features. Right Side Panel Left Side Panel INPUT 5 R L/MONO AUDIO PR PB Y / VIDEO On-Screen Display The Remote Control First time use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to side panel jacks. DIGITAL OUTPUT OUTPUT R L DVI DIGITAL OUTPUT...
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... input is of S-VIDEO type. • When using a HDMI input from a Set-Top-Box, it to the left audio jack on (L/(MONO)) the Rear Panel. • Refer to the Audio /Video output of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. • If your hook-up cables. • A single VCR can accept HDMI signal. • S-VIDEO monitor output may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. Connecting the television directly to the operating guide of the standard video connection...
... input is of S-VIDEO type. • When using a HDMI input from a Set-Top-Box, it to the left audio jack on (L/(MONO)) the Rear Panel. • Refer to the Audio /Video output of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. • If your hook-up cables. • A single VCR can accept HDMI signal. • S-VIDEO monitor output may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. Connecting the television directly to the operating guide of the standard video connection...
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... channel viewed. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUTS 1, 2 or 5 to view the program from the INPUTS menu to return to -point connection for reference). The HDMI input on the Rear panel below. 2. HDMI is loose. 2. HDMI input CABLE or Air signal DVI to HDMI Input CABLE or Air signal HDMI Cable or DIGITAL OUTPUT Back of HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player 20 PR PB DVI to the HDMI input as shown on the Rear Panel below . 4. NOTE: 1. The connected digital output device controls the HDMI interface so proper setup...
... channel viewed. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUTS 1, 2 or 5 to view the program from the INPUTS menu to return to -point connection for reference). The HDMI input on the Rear panel below. 2. HDMI is loose. 2. HDMI input CABLE or Air signal DVI to HDMI Input CABLE or Air signal HDMI Cable or DIGITAL OUTPUT Back of HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player 20 PR PB DVI to the HDMI input as shown on the Rear Panel below . 4. NOTE: 1. The connected digital output device controls the HDMI interface so proper setup...
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.../DVD player or HDTV set top box to view the program from the AUDIO OUT L of the NOTE: 1. First time use Connecting External Audio/Video Devices CONNECTING A COMPONENT AND STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 3 , 4 or 5 : Y-PBPR. 1. See page 18 for reference). 3. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 4 from the INPUTS menu to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 5. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the last channel tuned. the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on REAR PANEL 2. Connect...
.../DVD player or HDTV set top box to view the program from the AUDIO OUT L of the NOTE: 1. First time use Connecting External Audio/Video Devices CONNECTING A COMPONENT AND STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 3 , 4 or 5 : Y-PBPR. 1. See page 18 for reference). 3. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 4 from the INPUTS menu to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 5. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the last channel tuned. the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on REAR PANEL 2. Connect...
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... S-VIDEO Input is connected to INPUT 1 INFO S-IN: 1 480i 3:17PM Auto µ EXIT button This button will exit all On-Screen Displays. ¸ CURSOR buttons/SELECT button All the On-Screen Display features can be set . INPUT 2 Select to choose INPUT 5. INPUT 5 Select to choose INPUT 2. Press this button to access the Channel Guide of this button when you want to check the channel being used. AIR/CABLE Select between Air or Cable signal. Auto NOTE: 1. 2. The Remote Control ¶ PICTURE...
... S-VIDEO Input is connected to INPUT 1 INFO S-IN: 1 480i 3:17PM Auto µ EXIT button This button will exit all On-Screen Displays. ¸ CURSOR buttons/SELECT button All the On-Screen Display features can be set . INPUT 2 Select to choose INPUT 5. INPUT 5 Select to choose INPUT 2. Press this button to access the Channel Guide of this button when you want to check the channel being used. AIR/CABLE Select between Air or Cable signal. Auto NOTE: 1. 2. The Remote Control ¶ PICTURE...
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... on and Closed Caption is GREEN. Cable 6 MUTE Volume 8 FAV CH FAV Cable 6 MUTE Soft Mute 8 FAV CH Cable 6 Mute 8 Closed Captioning will know you obtain the desired sound level. When the TV power is turned off completely (MUTE). First time use The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV Ƹ VOLUME (VOL), MUTE button Press the VOLUME button (̆ or ̄) until the displayed channel turns highlighted GREEN to WHITE. Use the CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons to...
... on and Closed Caption is GREEN. Cable 6 MUTE Volume 8 FAV CH FAV Cable 6 MUTE Soft Mute 8 FAV CH Cable 6 Mute 8 Closed Captioning will know you obtain the desired sound level. When the TV power is turned off completely (MUTE). First time use The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV Ƹ VOLUME (VOL), MUTE button Press the VOLUME button (̆ or ̄) until the displayed channel turns highlighted GREEN to WHITE. Use the CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons to...
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To switch to instruction manual of the set-topbox/satellite receiver for operation of your set- ³ top-box/satellite systems (refer below . When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for Set-Top Box/Satelite Receiver Functions The Remote Control OPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTION FOR YOUR SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER. This remote is entered. The remote will turn off your set-top-box/satellite receiver when the correct two digit preset code is designed to...
To switch to instruction manual of the set-topbox/satellite receiver for operation of your set- ³ top-box/satellite systems (refer below . When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for Set-Top Box/Satelite Receiver Functions The Remote Control OPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTION FOR YOUR SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER. This remote is entered. The remote will turn off your set-top-box/satellite receiver when the correct two digit preset code is designed to...
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...Bass Balance Surround Bass Boost Audio Source Internal Speakers Auto Noise Cancel Perfect Volume Loudness Adjust the bass. Select Dynamic Range Compression to prevent screen burn. Auto Channel Scan Set Auto Channel Scan. Turn On/Off the 3:2 Pulldown Alternate Ratings U.S. Ratings system for Digital channels. 2. speakers. Digital Output DRC Select Optical Output options. Set The Inputs Select between 2 Contrast Mode based on motion picture ratings. Channel Manager Signal Meter Access Signal Meter. Contrast Brightness Color Tint Day Dynamic, Day Normal...
...Bass Balance Surround Bass Boost Audio Source Internal Speakers Auto Noise Cancel Perfect Volume Loudness Adjust the bass. Select Dynamic Range Compression to prevent screen burn. Auto Channel Scan Set Auto Channel Scan. Turn On/Off the 3:2 Pulldown Alternate Ratings U.S. Ratings system for Digital channels. 2. speakers. Digital Output DRC Select Optical Output options. Set The Inputs Select between 2 Contrast Mode based on motion picture ratings. Channel Manager Signal Meter Access Signal Meter. Contrast Brightness Color Tint Day Dynamic, Day Normal...
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... Monitor Out Signals Input Mode Monitor Out S-Video Video L/R HiFi ANT Digital No Macrovision S-Video YES YES YES YES (Air or Channel Macrovision S-Video - - - YES YES YES Input 2 HDMI_2 - - - YES YES YES Input4 Y-PbPr_4 - - - Setup Set The Output Terminals This feature will not be controlled by changing the volume of the TV. YES Cable) Analog Channel Video - YES Video_3 - YES ANT Analog Channel Video - Video Out Monitor Monitor Audio Out Fixed Variable TV Tuner Out Fixed Use To record currently viewed Video and Audio...
... Monitor Out Signals Input Mode Monitor Out S-Video Video L/R HiFi ANT Digital No Macrovision S-Video YES YES YES YES (Air or Channel Macrovision S-Video - - - YES YES YES Input 2 HDMI_2 - - - YES YES YES Input4 Y-PbPr_4 - - - Setup Set The Output Terminals This feature will not be controlled by changing the volume of the TV. YES Cable) Analog Channel Video - YES Video_3 - YES ANT Analog Channel Video - Video Out Monitor Monitor Audio Out Fixed Variable TV Tuner Out Fixed Use To record currently viewed Video and Audio...
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...; HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)(High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection V1.1 Compatible) • Technology Video: • 1024 x 1080 Display Resolution (42") 1366 x 768 Display Resolution (55") • ALiS (Alternate Lighting of Dolby Laboratories. Please access www.hitachi.com/tv for detailed specifications and dimensions for Consumer Use •Power Requirements 108-132VAC, 60Hz 1 Screen mode availability varies by input format HDTV Televisions display HDTV only when an HDTV source is a registered trademark of the Plasma Monitor...
...; HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)(High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection V1.1 Compatible) • Technology Video: • 1024 x 1080 Display Resolution (42") 1366 x 768 Display Resolution (55") • ALiS (Alternate Lighting of Dolby Laboratories. Please access www.hitachi.com/tv for detailed specifications and dimensions for Consumer Use •Power Requirements 108-132VAC, 60Hz 1 Screen mode availability varies by input format HDTV Televisions display HDTV only when an HDTV source is a registered trademark of the Plasma Monitor...
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... together with a "flash card" or other media to effect or facilitate an Upgrade, you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue in the federal courts sitting in reliance on a "No Further Upgrades" list, which currently include, but not limited to repair a defect, error or bug in advance of the possibility of such damages. 8. The cryptographic software is provided by...
... together with a "flash card" or other media to effect or facilitate an Upgrade, you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue in the federal courts sitting in reliance on a "No Further Upgrades" list, which currently include, but not limited to repair a defect, error or bug in advance of the possibility of such damages. 8. The cryptographic software is provided by...
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... Closed Captions Captions 56 Color Temperature 38 Color 37 Contrast 37 Contrast Mode 38 E Event Timer 52 External Video Source 13-22 R Remote Control Functions 23-27 Programming Codes 31-34 Installing Batteries 4 S Screen Saver 54 Sharpness 37 Speakers 41 Connecting External Speakers 41 Internal 41 Split Mode 28 Surround 40 F T Favorite Channel 27 Freeze 24,30 H HDMI 16,20 Timers 50-52 Tint 37 Treble 40 V I Video Settings 37-39 Input Setup 26,55 L Language Menu Language 53 Locks Change...
... Closed Captions Captions 56 Color Temperature 38 Color 37 Contrast 37 Contrast Mode 38 E Event Timer 52 External Video Source 13-22 R Remote Control Functions 23-27 Programming Codes 31-34 Installing Batteries 4 S Screen Saver 54 Sharpness 37 Speakers 41 Connecting External Speakers 41 Internal 41 Split Mode 28 Surround 40 F T Favorite Channel 27 Freeze 24,30 H HDMI 16,20 Timers 50-52 Tint 37 Treble 40 V I Video Settings 37-39 Input Setup 26,55 L Language Menu Language 53 Locks Change...
