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... • There are no user serviceable parts inside the plasma television. • Model and serial numbers are covered in the instructions, as video-on 120 volts 60 Hz, AC current. Original contrast can be connected to 50 Hz, direct current, or anything other than 2.5 minutes...the use the plasma television's (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades and ground terminal can expose you to minimize image retention on the screen for more information call your TV screen. For product recycling and disposal information, contact your HITACHI ...
... • There are no user serviceable parts inside the plasma television. • Model and serial numbers are covered in the instructions, as video-on 120 volts 60 Hz, AC current. Original contrast can be connected to 50 Hz, direct current, or anything other than 2.5 minutes...the use the plasma television's (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades and ground terminal can expose you to minimize image retention on the screen for more information call your TV screen. For product recycling and disposal information, contact your HITACHI ...
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...hitachi.us/tv Note: Please visit our website for important information related to the (+) and (-) marks in leakage. 4 Ceiling mounting is an optional accessory (Not Included). ³ Remote Control Unit CLU-4371A (Part No. This stand for use » Table Top Stand (50...in the battery Bottom View (Remote Control) compartment. 4. CAUTION: 1. This plasma television product is capable of the battery, the (+) side, into the .... 3. Use with other apparatus is designed for the front glass panel. CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with Hitachi P42T501, P42T501A, P50T501 and P50T501A...
...hitachi.us/tv Note: Please visit our website for important information related to the (+) and (-) marks in leakage. 4 Ceiling mounting is an optional accessory (Not Included). ³ Remote Control Unit CLU-4371A (Part No. This stand for use » Table Top Stand (50...in the battery Bottom View (Remote Control) compartment. 4. CAUTION: 1. This plasma television product is capable of the battery, the (+) side, into the .... 3. Use with other apparatus is designed for the front glass panel. CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with Hitachi P42T501, P42T501A, P50T501 and P50T501A...
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...Also, be lifted forward using the top and base on the path of the Plasma TV stand as shown below . 55" NOTE: The TableTop Stand for model P55T551 is recommended for professional installer. How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from tipping over and... be sure that is moved, two people arerequired to transport it does not expose anyone to avoid touching the wall when turning the TV. A A 42" 4 in. 10 cm 50" 4 in. 10 cm 55" 4 in . 38. 1 cm 42.8 cm 5 Install the unit at a proper area where it safely. When ...
...Also, be lifted forward using the top and base on the path of the Plasma TV stand as shown below . 55" NOTE: The TableTop Stand for model P55T551 is recommended for professional installer. How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from tipping over and... be sure that is moved, two people arerequired to transport it does not expose anyone to avoid touching the wall when turning the TV. A A 42" 4 in. 10 cm 50" 4 in. 10 cm 55" 4 in . 38. 1 cm 42.8 cm 5 Install the unit at a proper area where it safely. When ...
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... on the middle hole of the TV are 2 plastic clamps to hold the AC cord and the signal cables. First time use How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television AC CORD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION The AC cord provided with Clamp #2. » Depend on the model size 42",50" or 55", the clamp may be... different shapes. Pull on the clamp to tighten the AC cord to the TV. · The AC...
... on the middle hole of the TV are 2 plastic clamps to hold the AC cord and the signal cables. First time use How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television AC CORD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION The AC cord provided with Clamp #2. » Depend on the model size 42",50" or 55", the clamp may be... different shapes. Pull on the clamp to tighten the AC cord to the TV. · The AC...
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... to page 68 & 69. 4 SCREWS STAND METAL TV STAND BASE For Model P50T501, P50T501A CAUTION- Please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for use to hold the TV and the Base ; How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 50" & 55" MODELS STEP (1) : Please locate the STAND...
... to page 68 & 69. 4 SCREWS STAND METAL TV STAND BASE For Model P50T501, P50T501A CAUTION- Please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for use to hold the TV and the Base ; How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 50" & 55" MODELS STEP (1) : Please locate the STAND...
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... at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for the Plasma TV depending on the back of resulting in order to separate the TV from the TV, then remove 4 screws that hold the TV and the Base ; How to separate the TV from the stand base. This metal is capable of the TV . This Plasma Display Panel for use only with...
... at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for the Plasma TV depending on the back of resulting in order to separate the TV from the TV, then remove 4 screws that hold the TV and the Base ; How to separate the TV from the stand base. This metal is capable of the TV . This Plasma Display Panel for use only with...
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...-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect CATV coaxial cable to the AIR/CABLE (75-Ohm) terminal. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. 9 Using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable is seen by placing the speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver cabinet and ... UHF antenna AIR / CABLE To outdoor antenna or CATV system Antenna Mixer NOTE: Connecting a 300-Ohm twin lead connector may appear on the TV. First time use How to set up your dealer or service store for best performance. 4" Minimum L S 80 BEST HORIZONTAL 5' 10' 15' 20' VIEWING...
...-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect CATV coaxial cable to the AIR/CABLE (75-Ohm) terminal. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. 9 Using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable is seen by placing the speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver cabinet and ... UHF antenna AIR / CABLE To outdoor antenna or CATV system Antenna Mixer NOTE: Connecting a 300-Ohm twin lead connector may appear on the TV. First time use How to set up your dealer or service store for best performance. 4" Minimum L S 80 BEST HORIZONTAL 5' 10' 15' 20' VIEWING...
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... to the antenna jack on the television. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to 75-Ohm). HDMI Cable This cable is used on camcorders, VCRs and laserdisc players with an HDMI output connection to inputs and outputs located on all standard video and... outputs located on all standard video and audio cables which connect to the TV's HDMI input. Phono or RCA Cable Used on the rear jack panel and front control panel. Stereo Cable (3.8mm plug to 3.5mm plug) Used on the television's rear jack panel and front control panel. Cables can ...
... to the antenna jack on the television. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to 75-Ohm). HDMI Cable This cable is used on camcorders, VCRs and laserdisc players with an HDMI output connection to inputs and outputs located on all standard video and... outputs located on all standard video and audio cables which connect to the TV's HDMI input. Phono or RCA Cable Used on the rear jack panel and front control panel. Stereo Cable (3.8mm plug to 3.5mm plug) Used on the television's rear jack panel and front control panel. Cables can ...
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...-in the PVR mode. 11 MUTE BUTTON (TV) Reduces the audio level to 50% if pressed once, and to control the chosen device. PAUSE BUTTON (TV, PVR/VCR, DVD) Press to show and change the Closed Caption mode. ASPECT BUTTON (TV) Changes the aspect ratio of the Remote Control...and programming of the TV. First time use as a cursor to navigate through the the OSD, INPUTS. (-) BUTTON (TV,STB) The (-) button is used to pause other devices. POWER BUTTON (TV, DVD, SAT/CBL,PVR/VCR) Turns the selected device on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is used as SELECT feature. ...
...-in the PVR mode. 11 MUTE BUTTON (TV) Reduces the audio level to 50% if pressed once, and to control the chosen device. PAUSE BUTTON (TV, PVR/VCR, DVD) Press to show and change the Closed Caption mode. ASPECT BUTTON (TV) Changes the aspect ratio of the Remote Control...and programming of the TV. First time use as a cursor to navigate through the the OSD, INPUTS. (-) BUTTON (TV,STB) The (-) button is used to pause other devices. POWER BUTTON (TV, DVD, SAT/CBL,PVR/VCR) Turns the selected device on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is used as SELECT feature. ...
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... for future software upgrades. The "MAIN POWER" button must be displayed on the TV screen. Hitachi will notify you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set to your preference without using the remote. It can also be at stand-by mode. ባ MENU/SELECT button This button ...(lights red) for reference). ብ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to receive written notification, please complete and return your TV. In order to turn the Plasma Television ON/OFF. These buttons also serve as the cursor left (̇) and right (̈) buttons when in the top right...
... for future software upgrades. The "MAIN POWER" button must be displayed on the TV screen. Hitachi will notify you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set to your preference without using the remote. It can also be at stand-by mode. ባ MENU/SELECT button This button ...(lights red) for reference). ብ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to receive written notification, please complete and return your TV. In order to turn the Plasma Television ON/OFF. These buttons also serve as the cursor left (̇) and right (̈) buttons when in the top right...
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...when INPUT : 1, 2, 3, Front or HDMI : 1, 2, Front is turned off or in use Front Panel Controls ቪ POWER light indicator To turn ON/OFF the "MAIN POWER" of the TV. signal). On When TV receives the IR signal from R/C. ቫ REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this capability, ... of the front bezel will illuminate. NOTES: 1. The Plasma TV is ON ; A red stand-by mode (lights red) when not in Stand-by indicator lamp located on the lower right side of the TV. 13 First time use . 2. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will appear to be turned OFF (lights orange) if ...
...when INPUT : 1, 2, 3, Front or HDMI : 1, 2, Front is turned off or in use Front Panel Controls ቪ POWER light indicator To turn ON/OFF the "MAIN POWER" of the TV. signal). On When TV receives the IR signal from R/C. ቫ REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this capability, ... of the front bezel will illuminate. NOTES: 1. The Plasma TV is ON ; A red stand-by mode (lights red) when not in Stand-by indicator lamp located on the lower right side of the TV. 13 First time use . 2. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will appear to be turned OFF (lights orange) if ...
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...4709; Optical Out (Digital Audio) This jack provides Digital Audio Output for consumer electronics. You may be used for use only. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to change the signal source CABLE or AIR. "Dolby" and ... (High Definition Multimedia Interface) ABOUT HDMI - In this case, connect the component CB output to the TV's PB input and the component CR output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks and HDMI Input. 6. To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will ...
...4709; Optical Out (Digital Audio) This jack provides Digital Audio Output for consumer electronics. You may be used for use only. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to change the signal source CABLE or AIR. "Dolby" and ... (High Definition Multimedia Interface) ABOUT HDMI - In this case, connect the component CB output to the TV's PB input and the component CR output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks and HDMI Input. 6. To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will ...
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...The exact arrangement you to your choice (see page 26). The following connection diagrams are provided as a convenience to allow you use Connecting External Video Sources The FRONT panel jacks are offered as shown in the following examples: FRONT INPUT PANEL PHOTO INPUT PUSH EJECT... L R Video Game COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT CAPABILITY DVD , Video Game Console. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to confirm your Plasma TV is dependent on the model and features of components and features. For best performance, video and audio cables should be abnormal. Then ...
...The exact arrangement you to your choice (see page 26). The following connection diagrams are provided as a convenience to allow you use Connecting External Video Sources The FRONT panel jacks are offered as shown in the following examples: FRONT INPUT PANEL PHOTO INPUT PUSH EJECT... L R Video Game COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT CAPABILITY DVD , Video Game Console. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to confirm your Plasma TV is dependent on the model and features of components and features. For best performance, video and audio cables should be abnormal. Then ...
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First time use Rear Panel Connections Outside Antenna or Cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR #2 S-VIDEO V L R INPUT Optional VCR #1 ANT OUTPUT IN S-VIDEO V L R Optional HDMI to HDMI HDMI OUTPUT HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY DVI to HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY NOTE: Cables are optional, except when specified. OUTPUT Y PB/CB PR/CR L R Y PB PR L R OUTPUT DVD Player HDTV Set-Top Box 17
First time use Rear Panel Connections Outside Antenna or Cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR #2 S-VIDEO V L R INPUT Optional VCR #1 ANT OUTPUT IN S-VIDEO V L R Optional HDMI to HDMI HDMI OUTPUT HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY DVI to HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY NOTE: Cables are optional, except when specified. OUTPUT Y PB/CB PR/CR L R Y PB PR L R OUTPUT DVD Player HDTV Set-Top Box 17
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...to your VCR operating guide for more normal picture. 18 In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to use Tips on Rear Panel Connections • S-VIDEO, Y-PBPR, or HDMI connections are provided for high performance components,...no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using a HDMI input from a Set-Top-Box, it is recommended to the TV's PR input. • Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. Use these connections in the example on page 17). Connecting the television ...
...to your VCR operating guide for more normal picture. 18 In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to use Tips on Rear Panel Connections • S-VIDEO, Y-PBPR, or HDMI connections are provided for high performance components,...no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using a HDMI input from a Set-Top-Box, it is recommended to the TV's PR input. • Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. Use these connections in the example on page 17). Connecting the television ...
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... insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. Select CABLE or AIR from the VCR or laserdisc player. 5. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2 (see page 17) but note that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is necessary to connect the video... Panel to the last channel tuned. Connect the cable from the INPUTS menu to return to view the program from the VIDEO OUT of the TV . Cable or Air signal 2. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 1 from the INPUTS menu to the last channel tuned.
... insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. Select CABLE or AIR from the VCR or laserdisc player. 5. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2 (see page 17) but note that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is necessary to connect the video... Panel to the last channel tuned. Connect the cable from the INPUTS menu to return to view the program from the VIDEO OUT of the TV . Cable or Air signal 2. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 1 from the INPUTS menu to the last channel tuned.
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... 2,3 or Front from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or Laserdisk player. CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of the Plasma TV to view the program from the AUDIO IN R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the Optical input of the VCR or the laserdisc... shown on the Rear Panel on the right. Connect the cable from the VCR or the laserdisc player. 4. Connecting External Audio/Video Devices First time use CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MONAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 1 ~ FRONT INPUT 1. The OPTICAL OUT terminal outputs all audio sources with Optical IN capability. 1. Optional...
... 2,3 or Front from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or Laserdisk player. CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of the Plasma TV to view the program from the AUDIO IN R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the Optical input of the VCR or the laserdisc... shown on the Rear Panel on the right. Connect the cable from the VCR or the laserdisc player. 4. Connecting External Audio/Video Devices First time use CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MONAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 1 ~ FRONT INPUT 1. The OPTICAL OUT terminal outputs all audio sources with Optical IN capability. 1. Optional...
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... toggle between Day (Normal), Day (Dynamic) and Night picture mode settings. The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ³ POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set the remote control to TV mode). ³ · MODE Indicator · » Turns on or off when the remote is... in TV mode. (See page 23 for day time viewing with room light. Select NIGHT for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more brightness ...
... toggle between Day (Normal), Day (Dynamic) and Night picture mode settings. The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ³ POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set the remote control to TV mode). ³ · MODE Indicator · » Turns on or off when the remote is... in TV mode. (See page 23 for day time viewing with room light. Select NIGHT for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more brightness ...
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The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ² ASPECT button Press this button to display 16:9 sources like HDTV and DVD's preserving the original 16:9 aspect ratio showing 100% of the phosphors. ... on page 153-154. Vertical position adjustments are placed to the left and right of the image to preserve the original aspect ratio of the TV. Note: Use this mode for only 15% of your total viewing time to prevent uneven aging of the size. 16:9 ZOOM...
The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ² ASPECT button Press this button to display 16:9 sources like HDTV and DVD's preserving the original 16:9 aspect ratio showing 100% of the phosphors. ... on page 153-154. Vertical position adjustments are placed to the left and right of the image to preserve the original aspect ratio of the TV. Note: Use this mode for only 15% of your total viewing time to prevent uneven aging of the size. 16:9 ZOOM...
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..., limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations. On-Screen Display 50 TV-Y7 Directed to the previous menu. If the program is not rated, the TV will still permit TV-MA programs; Locks TV Ratings Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of 7. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock... Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Region 5 Move SEL ...
..., limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations. On-Screen Display 50 TV-Y7 Directed to the previous menu. If the program is not rated, the TV will still permit TV-MA programs; Locks TV Ratings Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of 7. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock... Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Region 5 Move SEL ...