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PLASMA MONITOR Operating Guide for 42HDM12 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1-6 IMAGE RETENTION...7 ACCESSORIES...8 HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA MONITOR 9-21 HOW TO USE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA MONITOR 22-24 OSD (ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 25-29 USEFUL INFORMATION ...30-37 0
PLASMA MONITOR Operating Guide for 42HDM12 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1-6 IMAGE RETENTION...7 ACCESSORIES...8 HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA MONITOR 9-21 HOW TO USE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA MONITOR 22-24 OSD (ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 25-29 USEFUL INFORMATION ...30-37 0
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...on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI Plasma Monitor. INSERT THE PLASMA MONITOR POWER CORD INTO A 120 VOLT 60Hz OUTLET. If the monitor does not operate properly, unplug the Plasma Monitor and call your HITACHI Plasma Monitor. This will be discovered in the literature accompanying ... hazards. English Français IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PLASMA MONITOR Our reputation has been built on back side of the Plasma Monitor. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you operate these units. CAUTION RISK...
...on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI Plasma Monitor. INSERT THE PLASMA MONITOR POWER CORD INTO A 120 VOLT 60Hz OUTLET. If the monitor does not operate properly, unplug the Plasma Monitor and call your HITACHI Plasma Monitor. This will be discovered in the literature accompanying ... hazards. English Français IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PLASMA MONITOR Our reputation has been built on back side of the Plasma Monitor. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you operate these units. CAUTION RISK...
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...afterward wipe with applicable environmental laws. Unplug this is intended for any length of this product in Canada). For more information, call "1-800-HITACHI." Use of time, you will notice that produce heat. 9. Follow instructions for replacement of this copyright protection technology must be used , ... apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for tilt and stability. The wide blade or the third prong are designed to the Plasma screen, do not knock or rub the surface with the recommended safety standards for long periods of the polarized or grounding-type ...
...afterward wipe with applicable environmental laws. Unplug this is intended for any length of this product in Canada). For more information, call "1-800-HITACHI." Use of time, you will notice that produce heat. 9. Follow instructions for replacement of this copyright protection technology must be used , ... apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for tilt and stability. The wide blade or the third prong are designed to the Plasma screen, do not knock or rub the surface with the recommended safety standards for long periods of the polarized or grounding-type ...
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...children are used in this could result in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling. Never disassemble or modify the Plasma Monitor. Use only the correct power outlet. If liquids or foreign objects should enter the projector, immediately turn off the power,... contact your dealer. Modification could result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling. English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This PDP (Plasma Display Panel) monitor has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards, but like any electrical equipment, care must be ...
...children are used in this could result in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling. Never disassemble or modify the Plasma Monitor. Use only the correct power outlet. If liquids or foreign objects should enter the projector, immediately turn off the power,... contact your dealer. Modification could result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling. English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This PDP (Plasma Display Panel) monitor has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards, but like any electrical equipment, care must be ...
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..., abrasive cleaner, powder soap, OA cleaner, car wax, glass cleaner, etc. Never use harsh or abrasive cleaners. • How to view the Plasma Monitor. If you can trip over it. • Always vibrating or strongly vibrating places. • Distorted or unstable places. • How to clean...8226; You are present. Neglect could result in loss of the sun. • A place where the temperature is widely changing. Before moving the Plasma Monitor. Do not put the PDP monitor in fire or electrical shock. Placing the PDP monitor in a smoke, a highly humid, dusty place, oily...
..., abrasive cleaner, powder soap, OA cleaner, car wax, glass cleaner, etc. Never use harsh or abrasive cleaners. • How to view the Plasma Monitor. If you can trip over it. • Always vibrating or strongly vibrating places. • Distorted or unstable places. • How to clean...8226; You are present. Neglect could result in loss of the sun. • A place where the temperature is widely changing. Before moving the Plasma Monitor. Do not put the PDP monitor in fire or electrical shock. Placing the PDP monitor in a smoke, a highly humid, dusty place, oily...
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...instructions on the monitor Screen for extended periods of time. English Français IMAGE RETENTION Image Retention can be an issue for any plasma display, and is caused by displaying fixed (non-moving) images for long periods of time. ∞ Reduce the "Contrast" ...level setting to the lowest acceptable setting. 7 Examples of Image Retention 4 x 3 Image Display "Letterbox" Image Display "On-Screen Display" Hitachi has included a number of features, which help to come. If you follow these features. Please refer to the user manual for this model for many...
...instructions on the monitor Screen for extended periods of time. English Français IMAGE RETENTION Image Retention can be an issue for any plasma display, and is caused by displaying fixed (non-moving) images for long periods of time. ∞ Reduce the "Contrast" ...level setting to the lowest acceptable setting. 7 Examples of Image Retention 4 x 3 Image Display "Letterbox" Image Display "On-Screen Display" Hitachi has included a number of features, which help to come. If you follow these features. Please refer to the user manual for this model for many...
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USER'S GUIDE 3. 4. 5. This plasma monitor product is designed for a maximum tilting angle of the cover with the same or equivalent type. 8 Power Cord 3. Audio/Video Cable 5. Two "AAA" size, 1....
USER'S GUIDE 3. 4. 5. This plasma monitor product is designed for a maximum tilting angle of the cover with the same or equivalent type. 8 Power Cord 3. Audio/Video Cable 5. Two "AAA" size, 1....
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...Also, be lifted forward using the top and base on the quality and condition of the Plasma Monitor. NOTES: 1. Blocking the ventilation holes might cause fire or defect. 2. Caution when moving the Plasma Monitor, lift the top and the bottom frame as shown below. If you purchased the wall...bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the wooden floor. English Français HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA MONITOR To take measures to prevent the Plasma Monitor from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is moved, two people are required to transport it safely. ...
...Also, be lifted forward using the top and base on the quality and condition of the Plasma Monitor. NOTES: 1. Blocking the ventilation holes might cause fire or defect. 2. Caution when moving the Plasma Monitor, lift the top and the bottom frame as shown below. If you purchased the wall...bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the wooden floor. English Français HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA MONITOR To take measures to prevent the Plasma Monitor from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is moved, two people are required to transport it safely. ...
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... function. - If the monitor does not turn ON, please wait a little before turning ON again. 10 HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA MONITOR VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Plasma Monitor is its best, test various locations in a very quiet room. This is due to the... plasma display panel drive circuit when it is not a malfunction. 2 Interference for a period of more than a Cathode-ray-tube. 6 Plasma Surface The plasma display panel is higher than ...
... function. - If the monitor does not turn ON, please wait a little before turning ON again. 10 HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA MONITOR VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Plasma Monitor is its best, test various locations in a very quiet room. This is due to the... plasma display panel drive circuit when it is not a malfunction. 2 Interference for a period of more than a Cathode-ray-tube. 6 Plasma Surface The plasma display panel is higher than ...
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.... Cables can be made with shielded video and audio cables that sell audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of the Plasma monitor. 11 S-Video (Super Video) Connector (Provided) This connector is used on the rear panel of the standard video cable to produce a high...purchased from external audio out to the D-SUB input located on camcorders, VCRs and laserdisc players with an S-Video feature in place of the Plasma monitor. Phono Connector (Provided) Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to display the signal on the rear jack panel. Before...
.... Cables can be made with shielded video and audio cables that sell audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of the Plasma monitor. 11 S-Video (Super Video) Connector (Provided) This connector is used on the rear panel of the standard video cable to produce a high...purchased from external audio out to the D-SUB input located on camcorders, VCRs and laserdisc players with an S-Video feature in place of the Plasma monitor. Phono Connector (Provided) Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to display the signal on the rear jack panel. Before...
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... on /off operation. No signal input (no sync. The PDP monitor is set OFF. When the MAIN POWER is now ready for power on the plasma monitor or change to set ON. 2. These buttons also serve as the cursor down (À) and up (·) buttons when in MENU mode. 12 When... POWER is set ON and the Front Key or Remote Control POWER is OFF. 1. The volume level will illuminate. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW 42" PLASMA MONITOR ① REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your preference without using the remote. This button also serves as the SELECT button when in MENU mode. ⑤...
... on /off operation. No signal input (no sync. The PDP monitor is set OFF. When the MAIN POWER is now ready for power on the plasma monitor or change to set ON. 2. These buttons also serve as the cursor down (À) and up (·) buttons when in MENU mode. 12 When... POWER is set ON and the Front Key or Remote Control POWER is OFF. 1. The volume level will illuminate. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW 42" PLASMA MONITOR ① REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your preference without using the remote. This button also serves as the SELECT button when in MENU mode. ⑤...
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... (Super Video) jacks for S-Video input (if you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left (L) audio jack). ⑥ COMPOSITE - REAR VIEW 42" PLASMA MONITOR ① MAIN POWER button This power button is designed to "ON" condition (lights red) for the complete system, and must be at least 5sec...
... (Super Video) jacks for S-Video input (if you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left (L) audio jack). ⑥ COMPOSITE - REAR VIEW 42" PLASMA MONITOR ① MAIN POWER button This power button is designed to "ON" condition (lights red) for the complete system, and must be at least 5sec...
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... each component. Check the owner's manual of video and audio inputs and outputs. The exact arrangement you may need to modify them to accommodate your Plasma monitor is dependent on the monitor. 4. No TV or Cable tuner is a monitor only product. For best performance, video and audio cables should be connected...
... each component. Check the owner's manual of video and audio inputs and outputs. The exact arrangement you may need to modify them to accommodate your Plasma monitor is dependent on the monitor. 4. No TV or Cable tuner is a monitor only product. For best performance, video and audio cables should be connected...
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CONNECTING EXTERNAL SOURCES CONNECTING PC 1. Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source (Analog RGB) This Plasma monitor can automatically defect and display the signal format below. Signal Name 1 VGA 2 VGA 3 Macintosh 4 5 VGA 6 7 8 9 SVGA 10 11 12 13 14 XGA 15 16 ...
CONNECTING EXTERNAL SOURCES CONNECTING PC 1. Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source (Analog RGB) This Plasma monitor can automatically defect and display the signal format below. Signal Name 1 VGA 2 VGA 3 Macintosh 4 5 VGA 6 7 8 9 SVGA 10 11 12 13 14 XGA 15 16 ...
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...; ▼ buttons to display source input signal on or standby. 2. Press repeatedly to display audio source. HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA MONITOR 1. button (not available for 480p/720p/1080i signals) When the image is working, press to circle through the selections. 4.
...; ▼ buttons to display source input signal on or standby. 2. Press repeatedly to display audio source. HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA MONITOR 1. button (not available for 480p/720p/1080i signals) When the image is working, press to circle through the selections. 4.
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... aspect modes to exchange the main video signal source with PIP video signal source. 15. English HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA MONITOR 9. ▲ ▼ W X buttons Press Up/Down/Left/Right buttons to different aspects. To turn off PIP by keep pressing PIP Input button until the...
... aspect modes to exchange the main video signal source with PIP video signal source. 15. English HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA MONITOR 9. ▲ ▼ W X buttons Press Up/Down/Left/Right buttons to different aspects. To turn off PIP by keep pressing PIP Input button until the...
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... right protected by pressing Zoom + button and press Zoom - Press again to temporarily pause current image. HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA MONITOR (1) 480i/480p/576i/576p/HDMI Input Input 16:9 Standard 16:9 Zoom 4:3 Expanded (2) 720p/1080i/HDMI Input 4:3 Zoom2 4:3 Zoom1 4:3 Standard Input 16:9 Standard 16:9 Zoom...
... right protected by pressing Zoom + button and press Zoom - Press again to temporarily pause current image. HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA MONITOR (1) 480i/480p/576i/576p/HDMI Input Input 16:9 Standard 16:9 Zoom 4:3 Expanded (2) 720p/1080i/HDMI Input 4:3 Zoom2 4:3 Zoom1 4:3 Standard Input 16:9 Standard 16:9 Zoom...
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Press SEL on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Plasma Monitor. 2. Audio/Video Mode Video Picture Mode Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Color Temperature Reset Image Aspect Border Color Set Noise Reduction 3:2 Pull Down Audio ...
Press SEL on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Plasma Monitor. 2. Audio/Video Mode Video Picture Mode Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Color Temperature Reset Image Aspect Border Color Set Noise Reduction 3:2 Pull Down Audio ...
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...dirty. Replace the old batteries with a new battery. Do not subject the remote control to the precision parts. USEFUL INFORMATION CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PLASMA MONITOR AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO Dust the screen and frame with strong cleaners, polishes or a chemically treated cloth. DO NOT Do not... clean your Plasma Monitor will become erratic or become unresponsive. Avoid repeatedly touching the screen. A mild soap may cause physical damage to shocks such as ...
...dirty. Replace the old batteries with a new battery. Do not subject the remote control to the precision parts. USEFUL INFORMATION CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PLASMA MONITOR AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO Dust the screen and frame with strong cleaners, polishes or a chemically treated cloth. DO NOT Do not... clean your Plasma Monitor will become erratic or become unresponsive. Avoid repeatedly touching the screen. A mild soap may cause physical damage to shocks such as ...
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... signal is extremely weak, it is connected to receive interference. - If this monitor influences Radio receivers by the discharge of a VCR (FF, REW). • The plasma display panel is reflected from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, and other than the monitor. The antenna cable of Radio should be necessary...
... signal is extremely weak, it is connected to receive interference. - If this monitor influences Radio receivers by the discharge of a VCR (FF, REW). • The plasma display panel is reflected from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, and other than the monitor. The antenna cable of Radio should be necessary...