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... operate properly, unplug the Plasma Television and call your HITACHI Plasma Television. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. NOTE: • There are no user serviceable parts inside the AVC center/display monitor. • Model and serial numbers are not expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user's authority to HITACHI. CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the AVC center/display monitor as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hitachi America, Ltd. Follow...
... operate properly, unplug the Plasma Television and call your HITACHI Plasma Television. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. NOTE: • There are no user serviceable parts inside the AVC center/display monitor. • Model and serial numbers are not expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user's authority to HITACHI. CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the AVC center/display monitor as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hitachi America, Ltd. Follow...
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.... SAFETY TIPS Read before operating equipment Follow all warnings and instructions marked on -screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, and other fixed (nonmoving) patterns can cause permanent damage to television receivers. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in wire to qualified service personnel. Clean only with respect to proper grounding for tilt...
.... SAFETY TIPS Read before operating equipment Follow all warnings and instructions marked on -screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, and other fixed (nonmoving) patterns can cause permanent damage to television receivers. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in wire to qualified service personnel. Clean only with respect to proper grounding for tilt...
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.... This SPD32 PDP stand for the front glass panel. Simple Remote Control Unit CLU-120S (P#HL01861). 3. Replace the cover. REMOTE CONTROL "AA" BATTERIES POWER CORD MONITOR CONNECTION CABLE IR MOUSE CABLE POWER CBL TV VCR SOURCE WIZARD PVR CD STB AMP 3 DVD 2 6 1 5 9 4 8 INFO 7 SLEEP TV/RGB 0 A/V NET ASPECT VIDEO ANT EXIT CH SELECT VOL VID 1 MUTE VID 2 PIP LAST CH VID 4 FREEZE VID 3 SURF PIP ACCESDSAY/NIGHT SWAP PIP MODE 3. Use with other...
.... This SPD32 PDP stand for the front glass panel. Simple Remote Control Unit CLU-120S (P#HL01861). 3. Replace the cover. REMOTE CONTROL "AA" BATTERIES POWER CORD MONITOR CONNECTION CABLE IR MOUSE CABLE POWER CBL TV VCR SOURCE WIZARD PVR CD STB AMP 3 DVD 2 6 1 5 9 4 8 INFO 7 SLEEP TV/RGB 0 A/V NET ASPECT VIDEO ANT EXIT CH SELECT VOL VID 1 MUTE VID 2 PIP LAST CH VID 4 FREEZE VID 3 SURF PIP ACCESDSAY/NIGHT SWAP PIP MODE 3. Use with other...
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... 50" AVC Vertical Position (Using AVC Stand) 1. VOL+ STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) VOL- Do not install by yourself. Keep the Plasma Display monitor four inches away from the wall except those hung to transport it safely. When moving the main unit As this product is heavy, whenever it is free from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be sufficient. Install AVC Stand with screws provided...
... 50" AVC Vertical Position (Using AVC Stand) 1. VOL+ STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) VOL- Do not install by yourself. Keep the Plasma Display monitor four inches away from the wall except those hung to transport it safely. When moving the main unit As this product is heavy, whenever it is free from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be sufficient. Install AVC Stand with screws provided...
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... high power consumption value, a specified television (temperature) temperature environment is required. 14 Caution on prolonged storage Storing the plasma television for long. - Items Notes 1 Arching sound from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as monochrome characters and graphic patterns, for a period of the screen as grayed-out images. But in a very quiet plasma display monitor's room. This is not a failure. Do not display images...
... high power consumption value, a specified television (temperature) temperature environment is required. 14 Caution on prolonged storage Storing the plasma television for long. - Items Notes 1 Arching sound from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as monochrome characters and graphic patterns, for a period of the screen as grayed-out images. But in a very quiet plasma display monitor's room. This is not a failure. Do not display images...
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... system Antenna Mixer Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the rear jack panel and front control panel. Before purchasing any cables, be set correctly to display the signal on your cable box and VCR. FIRST TIME USE 300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector This outdoor antenna cable must place the IR mouse in place of the AVC Center. Phono Connector Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located...
... system Antenna Mixer Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the rear jack panel and front control panel. Before purchasing any cables, be set correctly to display the signal on your cable box and VCR. FIRST TIME USE 300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector This outdoor antenna cable must place the IR mouse in place of the AVC Center. Phono Connector Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located...
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... when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. ቩ FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 5) Use these audio/video jacks for remote on the remote control button and VIDEO: 5 appears in use. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate (lower left audio jack. ቪ PHONES JACK Use this jack for 50"). Turn off operation. STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) MAIN POWER or MAIN POWER FIRST TIME USE 32"/42" 50" AVC POWER button The AVC power can not turn the monitor ON, press the main power switch located on...
... when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. ቩ FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 5) Use these audio/video jacks for remote on the remote control button and VIDEO: 5 appears in use. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate (lower left audio jack. ቪ PHONES JACK Use this jack for 50"). Turn off operation. STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) MAIN POWER or MAIN POWER FIRST TIME USE 32"/42" 50" AVC POWER button The AVC power can not turn the monitor ON, press the main power switch located on...
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... and DVI-HDTV inputs will not have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack). ቤ MONITOR OUT These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals (ANT A/B, INPUT 2~5) which are used for recording. NOTES: 1. It may be used for recording, only when the input is displayed as a main picture. ባ Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4 The VID1~VID4 buttons will be labeled Y-CBCR. Component signal to connect external devices, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. S-VIDEO output...
... and DVI-HDTV inputs will not have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack). ቤ MONITOR OUT These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals (ANT A/B, INPUT 2~5) which are used for recording. NOTES: 1. It may be used for recording, only when the input is displayed as a main picture. ባ Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4 The VID1~VID4 buttons will be labeled Y-CBCR. Component signal to connect external devices, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. S-VIDEO output...
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... connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your particular assortment of components and features. FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you may need to modify them to accommodate your Plasma TV is pressed as suggestions. However, you use HITACHI specified cable. Press the VID2~VID5 button to view the program from the AUDIO OUT of video and audio inputs and outputs. Before Operating External Video Source The input mode is changed...
... connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your particular assortment of components and features. FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you may need to modify them to accommodate your Plasma TV is pressed as suggestions. However, you use HITACHI specified cable. Press the VID2~VID5 button to view the program from the AUDIO OUT of video and audio inputs and outputs. Before Operating External Video Source The input mode is changed...
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... Rear Panel of video contents. 3. The connected digital output device controls the DVI interface so proper set top box or DVD player to prevent illegal copying of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO L VIDEO L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO) PB L/(MONO) PB L/(MONO) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to the previous channel...
... Rear Panel of video contents. 3. The connected digital output device controls the DVI interface so proper set top box or DVD player to prevent illegal copying of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO L VIDEO L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO) PB L/(MONO) PB L/(MONO) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to the previous channel...
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...'s remote control. The AVC Center has two IR BLASTER outputs which can connect the Plasma Television with an AV Network feature. You can access the Setup Menu Wizard again in front of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PB L/(MONO) R PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PB L/(MONO) PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use your Hitachi Plasma Television and external Audio/Video equipment (VCR and DVD...
...'s remote control. The AVC Center has two IR BLASTER outputs which can connect the Plasma Television with an AV Network feature. You can access the Setup Menu Wizard again in front of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PB L/(MONO) R PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PB L/(MONO) PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use your Hitachi Plasma Television and external Audio/Video equipment (VCR and DVD...
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... two numbers using the number buttons. Channel selection may not receive some channels if you are used to select channels, lock access code, etc. NOTE: The Plasma TV may also be performed by pressing CH up to VIDEO: 3. If the SLEEP button is pressed while the timer is set . 3:32 PM Ant A 22 Stereo R 1080i Format Time Main Picture Source Audio Broadcast Broadcast Rating Signal Format 3:32 PM S-IN:3 VID 3 When an S-VIDEO Input is connected...
... two numbers using the number buttons. Channel selection may not receive some channels if you are used to select channels, lock access code, etc. NOTE: The Plasma TV may also be performed by pressing CH up to VIDEO: 3. If the SLEEP button is pressed while the timer is set . 3:32 PM Ant A 22 Stereo R 1080i Format Time Main Picture Source Audio Broadcast Broadcast Rating Signal Format 3:32 PM S-IN:3 VID 3 When an S-VIDEO Input is connected...
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... CH 0 INFO Device Setting THUMB STICK INFO DVD VCR PV Recorder AV Receiver POWER MENU MORE Move INFO Device Setting THUMB STICK Cable Box POWER CH ̄ Set Top Box 1 2 Custom 4 5 7 8 Move LAST CH 0 INFO Device Setting CH ̆ 3 6 9 MENU INFO GUIDE THUMB STICK Cable Box Set Top Box Custom SETUP Move INFO Device Setting THUMB STICK HITACHI AV NET WIZARD (Learning) Use this button to control external components with the Plasma TV's remote control. BACK Learn Move...
... CH 0 INFO Device Setting THUMB STICK INFO DVD VCR PV Recorder AV Receiver POWER MENU MORE Move INFO Device Setting THUMB STICK Cable Box POWER CH ̄ Set Top Box 1 2 Custom 4 5 7 8 Move LAST CH 0 INFO Device Setting CH ̆ 3 6 9 MENU INFO GUIDE THUMB STICK Cable Box Set Top Box Custom SETUP Move INFO Device Setting THUMB STICK HITACHI AV NET WIZARD (Learning) Use this button to control external components with the Plasma TV's remote control. BACK Learn Move...
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... STB DVD2 Code 0672 Video INPUT 1 Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Audio Using TV Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup EXIT SEL Select NOTE: BACK It is stored in the CUSTOM memory. BACK HITACHI AV NET WIZARD (Learning) Select the DVD2 softkey to make changes on page 21. NO Move YES SEL Select Cable Box Set Top Box DVD2 POWER MENU BACK Continue...
... STB DVD2 Code 0672 Video INPUT 1 Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Audio Using TV Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup Not Setup EXIT SEL Select NOTE: BACK It is stored in the CUSTOM memory. BACK HITACHI AV NET WIZARD (Learning) Select the DVD2 softkey to make changes on page 21. NO Move YES SEL Select Cable Box Set Top Box DVD2 POWER MENU BACK Continue...
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... removed from the remote control. Turn ON your cable box (refer to Cable pre-coded mode. 4. Hold down the CBL button on page 41. NOTES: 1. THE REMOTE CONTROL MENU LAST CH GUIDE/TV SCHD VID 4 VID 5 POWER STB CBL VCRSOURCE WIZARTDAPE AMP 3 TV CD DVD 1 2 5 6 9 4 7 8 INFO MODE 0 ASPECT A/V NET SLEEP TV/RGB EXIT ANT CH SELECT VOL MUTE SVCS VCR PLUS+ VID 1 VID 2 PIP FREEZE VID 3 PIP CH PIP ACCESS VIDEO...
... removed from the remote control. Turn ON your cable box (refer to Cable pre-coded mode. 4. Hold down the CBL button on page 41. NOTES: 1. THE REMOTE CONTROL MENU LAST CH GUIDE/TV SCHD VID 4 VID 5 POWER STB CBL VCRSOURCE WIZARTDAPE AMP 3 TV CD DVD 1 2 5 6 9 4 7 8 INFO MODE 0 ASPECT A/V NET SLEEP TV/RGB EXIT ANT CH SELECT VOL MUTE SVCS VCR PLUS+ VID 1 VID 2 PIP FREEZE VID 3 PIP CH PIP ACCESS VIDEO...
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... receiver does not turn off , try a different two digit preset code. 6. When this occurs, the remote control is designed to operate different types of the buttons exclusively for the set-topbox/satellite receiver. 37 The remote control will flash 3 times if the code was accepted. 5. THE REMOTE CONTROL MODE EXIT MUTE VCR PLUS+ SVCS VID 2 VID 1 USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER FUNCTIONS VOL TV POWER SLEEP ANT TV/RGB MENU DVD...
... receiver does not turn off , try a different two digit preset code. 6. When this occurs, the remote control is designed to operate different types of the buttons exclusively for the set-topbox/satellite receiver. 37 The remote control will flash 3 times if the code was accepted. 5. THE REMOTE CONTROL MODE EXIT MUTE VCR PLUS+ SVCS VID 2 VID 1 USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER FUNCTIONS VOL TV POWER SLEEP ANT TV/RGB MENU DVD...
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... television programming based on the Canadian ratings system. Adjust the bass. Improve sound performance. Select between the two picture modes; Select internal or external speakers. Eliminates the noise between stations. Mode Choose the picture format aspect ratio. Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (ENG) Canadian Ratings (FRN) Change Lock access code. Set specific time to display dialogue/text. 43 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Block various types of background colors. Menu Preference Screen...
... television programming based on the Canadian ratings system. Adjust the bass. Improve sound performance. Select between the two picture modes; Select internal or external speakers. Eliminates the noise between stations. Mode Choose the picture format aspect ratio. Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (ENG) Canadian Ratings (FRN) Change Lock access code. Set specific time to display dialogue/text. 43 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Block various types of background colors. Menu Preference Screen...
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... Auto Color Noise Reduction Auto Movie Mode Move SEL Select ANT A/B Off Low Off ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Color Management Use this input to default settings. Use THUMBSTICK ̄ to make them either deeper or more pure depending on this function to adjust and balance the listed individual colors to access other video settings. Use THUMBSTICK to highlight and select "Reset" to return all colors to the original factory settings. THUMB STICK SELECT Video Picture Mode...
... Auto Color Noise Reduction Auto Movie Mode Move SEL Select ANT A/B Off Low Off ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Color Management Use this input to default settings. Use THUMBSTICK ̄ to make them either deeper or more pure depending on this function to adjust and balance the listed individual colors to access other video settings. Use THUMBSTICK to highlight and select "Reset" to return all colors to the original factory settings. THUMB STICK SELECT Video Picture Mode...
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... feature is used again. HDTV - SDTV/DVD - NOTES: 1. BLACK SIDE PANEL feature needs to Video2 automatically when the Video2 input device is turned on (VCR, laserdisc, or DVD) and any remote control button will substitute for DTV programs. AUTO - When REMOTE is selected, the TV will turn on and switch to be set to automatically change AUTO LINK setting. Once the TV has been turned on using the AUTO LINK feature, it detects a video signal to...
... feature is used again. HDTV - SDTV/DVD - NOTES: 1. BLACK SIDE PANEL feature needs to Video2 automatically when the Video2 input device is turned on (VCR, laserdisc, or DVD) and any remote control button will substitute for DTV programs. AUTO - When REMOTE is selected, the TV will turn on and switch to be set to automatically change AUTO LINK setting. Once the TV has been turned on using the AUTO LINK feature, it detects a video signal to...
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...; Picture Enhancement • Input Signal Identification • Extra Simple Remote Control for complete list. All specifications, weights, and dimensions are trademarks of the Plasma Monitor and AVC Center • Antenna input impedance 75 Ohm • Channel coverage 181ch. Optional Accessories: • 42" stand, 32" stand • Wall Mount Bracket INPUTS/OUTPUTS • Inputs RGB, VIDEO 1-5 • Wideband Component Y, Pb,Pr 2 • RGB: Analog Input 1 • Composite Video 4 • S-Video 3 • Antenna (RF) Inputs 2 • Converter Box Output 1 • Audio...
...; Picture Enhancement • Input Signal Identification • Extra Simple Remote Control for complete list. All specifications, weights, and dimensions are trademarks of the Plasma Monitor and AVC Center • Antenna input impedance 75 Ohm • Channel coverage 181ch. Optional Accessories: • 42" stand, 32" stand • Wall Mount Bracket INPUTS/OUTPUTS • Inputs RGB, VIDEO 1-5 • Wideband Component Y, Pb,Pr 2 • RGB: Analog Input 1 • Composite Video 4 • S-Video 3 • Antenna (RF) Inputs 2 • Converter Box Output 1 • Audio...