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PLASMA TELEVISION Operating Guide for energy efficiency. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for 42HDF39 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1- 6 FIRST TIME USE ...7-23 Updated 06/07 THE REMOTE CONTROL 24 - 27 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 28 - 34 DTV USAGE ...35 - 39 USEFUL INFORMATION 40 - 49 Updated 06/07 As an Energy Star® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. Updated 06/15/2007
PLASMA TELEVISION Operating Guide for energy efficiency. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for 42HDF39 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1- 6 FIRST TIME USE ...7-23 Updated 06/07 THE REMOTE CONTROL 24 - 27 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 28 - 34 DTV USAGE ...35 - 39 USEFUL INFORMATION 40 - 49 Updated 06/07 As an Energy Star® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. Updated 06/15/2007
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... shall not be exposed to the proper operation of electric shock to persons. NOTE: This Plasma Television will enable HITACHI to very high voltages and other hazards. NEVER CONNECT THE PLASMA TELEVISION TO 50Hz, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE. English IMPORTANT SAFETY... INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of these products properly, this section ...
... shall not be exposed to the proper operation of electric shock to persons. NOTE: This Plasma Television will enable HITACHI to very high voltages and other hazards. NEVER CONNECT THE PLASMA TELEVISION TO 50Hz, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE. English IMPORTANT SAFETY... INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of these products properly, this section ...
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... shock. This symbol indicates an additional warning (including cautions). This symbol indicates a prohibited action. Français Never use the Plasma Television if a problem should be assured. Penetration of these descriptions thoroughly and fully understand the contents. The PDP TV contains high voltage...or foreign objects should be clearly indicated in an illustration or nearby (the symbol to incorrect handling. Never disassemble or modify the Plasma Television. If the PDP TV should enter the projector, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the...
... shock. This symbol indicates an additional warning (including cautions). This symbol indicates a prohibited action. Français Never use the Plasma Television if a problem should be assured. Penetration of these descriptions thoroughly and fully understand the contents. The PDP TV contains high voltage...or foreign objects should be clearly indicated in an illustration or nearby (the symbol to incorrect handling. Never disassemble or modify the Plasma Television. If the PDP TV should enter the projector, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the...
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...not put the PDP TV in a place where the temperature is oil, smoke or humidity. Do not put anything on top of the Plasma Television. Tips to prevent such image retention are present. Do not display images having sharp brightness differences or high-contrast images, such as ... PDP TV. Do not leave stationary images appearing for long. - Turn down the contrast and brightness controls. • How to clean the plasma screen panel of glass screen. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS(continued) English Français Be careful in moving , disconnect the power plug and all external connections...
...not put the PDP TV in a place where the temperature is oil, smoke or humidity. Do not put anything on top of the Plasma Television. Tips to prevent such image retention are present. Do not display images having sharp brightness differences or high-contrast images, such as ... PDP TV. Do not leave stationary images appearing for long. - Turn down the contrast and brightness controls. • How to clean the plasma screen panel of glass screen. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS(continued) English Français Be careful in moving , disconnect the power plug and all external connections...
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... batteries 7. When replacing old batteries, push them towards the springs and lift them out. 3. ACCESSORIES Check to the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment. 4. This plasma television product is designed for the remote control. Remote Control Unit 2. CAUTION: Danger of the packing material. Replace with your fingers and pulling the cover...
... batteries 7. When replacing old batteries, push them towards the springs and lift them out. 3. ACCESSORIES Check to the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment. 4. This plasma television product is designed for the remote control. Remote Control Unit 2. CAUTION: Danger of the packing material. Replace with your fingers and pulling the cover...
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..., be sure that is moved it safely. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of the Plasma Television. HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from the wall except those hung to the wall mount bracket. *Using a commercially available cord, chain and...
..., be sure that is moved it safely. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of the Plasma Television. HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from the wall except those hung to the wall mount bracket. *Using a commercially available cord, chain and...
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... locations in some cases, this is seen by placing the speakers equidistant from the side of the screen. HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION VIEWING The major benefit of a precision apparatus. During daylight hours, reflections from outside light may cause the temperature of time, or... compared with CRT television. 10 Granular spots When a screen is delayed compared to the height of the plasma display panel also changes with great care because of the HITACHI Plasma Television is required. 14 Caution on in a very quiet room. You can see lip motion that breakage...
... locations in some cases, this is seen by placing the speakers equidistant from the side of the screen. HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION VIEWING The major benefit of a precision apparatus. During daylight hours, reflections from outside light may cause the temperature of time, or... compared with CRT television. 10 Granular spots When a screen is delayed compared to the height of the plasma display panel also changes with great care because of the HITACHI Plasma Television is required. 14 Caution on in a very quiet room. You can see lip motion that breakage...
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...D-SUB MINI 15-Pin Cable (Provided) This cable is used to connect a computer output to inputs and outputs located on the rear panel of the Plasma TV. Use this cable for the best sound quality. Stereo Cable This cable is used to connect from most stores that have phono connectors. The...shielded wire. For best performance, video cables should be set correctly to the audio input of the Plasma TV (ex. Optical Cable This cable is used to connect to the subwoofer output of the Plasma TV. Cables can be made with shielded video and audio cables that sell audio/video products. ...
...D-SUB MINI 15-Pin Cable (Provided) This cable is used to connect a computer output to inputs and outputs located on the rear panel of the Plasma TV. Use this cable for the best sound quality. Stereo Cable This cable is used to connect from most stores that have phono connectors. The...shielded wire. For best performance, video cables should be set correctly to the audio input of the Plasma TV (ex. Optical Cable This cable is used to connect to the subwoofer output of the Plasma TV. Cables can be made with shielded video and audio cables that sell audio/video products. ...
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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW 42" PLASMA TV ① REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your preference without using the remote. Indicating Lamp Off Lights Red Lights Orange Lights Green Power Status Off Off (... the MAIN POWER is set ON. 2. Analog RGB Only When the POWER is ON. ③ POWER button This power button is for remote on the plasma television or change to standby mode. ④ CHANNEL selector Press these buttons to adjust the sound level. These buttons also serve as the EXIT button...
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW 42" PLASMA TV ① REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your preference without using the remote. Indicating Lamp Off Lights Red Lights Orange Lights Green Power Status Off Off (... the MAIN POWER is set ON. 2. Analog RGB Only When the POWER is ON. ③ POWER button This power button is for remote on the plasma television or change to standby mode. ④ CHANNEL selector Press these buttons to adjust the sound level. These buttons also serve as the EXIT button...
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... audio for the complete system, and must be turned ON/OFF manually. English Français REAR PANEL MAIN POWER SWITCH & JACKS REAR VIEW 42" PLASMA TV ① MAIN POWER button This power button is for Composite input (if you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into a 120VOLTS 60Hz outlet...
... audio for the complete system, and must be turned ON/OFF manually. English Français REAR PANEL MAIN POWER SWITCH & JACKS REAR VIEW 42" PLASMA TV ① MAIN POWER button This power button is for Composite input (if you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into a 120VOLTS 60Hz outlet...
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.... 3. Connect all power sources before activating the PDP TV. 4. Press DTV on the PDP TV. 5. The following two diagrams if you connect to accommodate your Plasma TV is inserted correctly to the Digital RF terminal. 2. When connecting external equipment, do not connect the AC power cords to the terminal marked Digital...
.... 3. Connect all power sources before activating the PDP TV. 4. Press DTV on the PDP TV. 5. The following two diagrams if you connect to accommodate your Plasma TV is inserted correctly to the Digital RF terminal. 2. When connecting external equipment, do not connect the AC power cords to the terminal marked Digital...
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Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source (Analog RGB) English Français This Plasma Television can automatically detect and display the signal format below. Connect the PC using: D-Sub cable and ⌀ 3.5 mm Audio cable. 2. Recommended Signal List No. ...
Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source (Analog RGB) English Français This Plasma Television can automatically detect and display the signal format below. Connect the PC using: D-Sub cable and ⌀ 3.5 mm Audio cable. 2. Recommended Signal List No. ...
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... sound of your main picture or PIP. 4. Press again to display source input signal on or standby. 2. HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV 1.
... sound of your main picture or PIP. 4. Press again to display source input signal on or standby. 2. HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV 1.
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... volume. 17. In the menu, selects the currently highlighted menu item or confirms your favorite channel. 25 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV 6. Press repeatedly to choose specific channel. If you select in YPBPR, the PDP TV will suggest entering into high quality 480i? NUMBER buttons Use...
... volume. 17. In the menu, selects the currently highlighted menu item or confirms your favorite channel. 25 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV 6. Press repeatedly to choose specific channel. If you select in YPBPR, the PDP TV will suggest entering into high quality 480i? NUMBER buttons Use...
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... mode, parts of the periphery of this monitor in its enlarged display mode with Extended Info. 22. HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV 21. Press to restore the picture. 24. C.C button Press to switch directly to play certain software, such as a TV program, the image would appear...
... mode, parts of the periphery of this monitor in its enlarged display mode with Extended Info. 22. HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV 21. Press to restore the picture. 24. C.C button Press to switch directly to play certain software, such as a TV program, the image would appear...
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..., press channel+/-, number and return buttons on remote control to change the channel. 2. English Français HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV 26. button to circle through the selections. 27. One TV source (NTSC or DTV) in main picture or sub picture: Press directly channel+/-, number...
..., press channel+/-, number and return buttons on remote control to change the channel. 2. English Français HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV 26. button to circle through the selections. 27. One TV source (NTSC or DTV) in main picture or sub picture: Press directly channel+/-, number...
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... Horizontal Clock Mute Volume Treble Bass Balance SRS WOW Subwoofer Language Signal Format Advanced PIP Set Power Save System Reset 28 Press MENU on your HITACHI Plasma TV. 2. Use the W X to display the different features on the remote control to adjust functions. 4. Use the ·À to navigate to quickly exit from...
... Horizontal Clock Mute Volume Treble Bass Balance SRS WOW Subwoofer Language Signal Format Advanced PIP Set Power Save System Reset 28 Press MENU on your HITACHI Plasma TV. 2. Use the W X to display the different features on the remote control to adjust functions. 4. Use the ·À to navigate to quickly exit from...
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... remote control to call up the RESET confirmation message "Press Yes will pop up the Favorite List. 2. press numeric key "1" and "0" CARE2.OpreFssY"XO" bUuttoRns HITACHI PLASMA DISPLAY 3. Enter four digital password in CHANGE PASSWORD function, press OK button to change the password, uses the default password "0000" to enter the Menu...
... remote control to call up the RESET confirmation message "Press Yes will pop up the Favorite List. 2. press numeric key "1" and "0" CARE2.OpreFssY"XO" bUuttoRns HITACHI PLASMA DISPLAY 3. Enter four digital password in CHANGE PASSWORD function, press OK button to change the password, uses the default password "0000" to enter the Menu...
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...become erratic or become unresponsive. Excessive heat or moisture may be used if the screen is extremely dirty. DO NOT Do not clean your Plasma Television. Avoid repeatedly touching the screen. Exposing the screen to direct sunlight for instance, when you go on the floor, etc. This may... cause damage to shocks such as dropping it wet. CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO Dust the screen and frame with strong cleaners, polishes or a chemically treated cloth. Avoid placing the remote ...
...become erratic or become unresponsive. Excessive heat or moisture may be used if the screen is extremely dirty. DO NOT Do not clean your Plasma Television. Avoid repeatedly touching the screen. Exposing the screen to direct sunlight for instance, when you go on the floor, etc. This may... cause damage to shocks such as dropping it wet. CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO Dust the screen and frame with strong cleaners, polishes or a chemically treated cloth. Avoid placing the remote ...
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..., causes loss of contrast in order for the PDP TV not to make the picture invisible during special playback of a VCR (FF, REW). • The plasma display panel is connected to a VCR with the characters in FULL display. • The display dims to receive interference. - One is the direct path and...
..., causes loss of contrast in order for the PDP TV not to make the picture invisible during special playback of a VCR (FF, REW). • The plasma display panel is connected to a VCR with the characters in FULL display. • The display dims to receive interference. - One is the direct path and...