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PLASMA TELEVISION Operating Guide for energy efficiency. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for 42HDS52, 42HDS52A and 55HDS52 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-20 THE REMOTE CONTROL ...21-38 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ...39-71 USEFUL INFORMATION...72-78 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE 79 APPENDIXES ...80-81 INDEX ...82 As an Energy Star® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. updated 04.25.06
PLASMA TELEVISION Operating Guide for energy efficiency. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for 42HDS52, 42HDS52A and 55HDS52 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-20 THE REMOTE CONTROL ...21-38 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ...39-71 USEFUL INFORMATION...72-78 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE 79 APPENDIXES ...80-81 INDEX ...82 As an Energy Star® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. updated 04.25.06
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... specified by the manufacturer. 17. When a cart is used, use this apparatus near any ventilation openings. Televisions are YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION provided for Our reputation has been built on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they ...polarized or cable ground shall be sure the antenna system is 8. Read these instructions. 3. Do not use Please fill out your HITACHI plasma television. A polarized plug has two system of the building, as recommended by the manufacturer. 12. Follow instructions for the grounding ...
... specified by the manufacturer. 17. When a cart is used, use this apparatus near any ventilation openings. Televisions are YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION provided for Our reputation has been built on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they ...polarized or cable ground shall be sure the antenna system is 8. Read these instructions. 3. Do not use Please fill out your HITACHI plasma television. A polarized plug has two system of the building, as recommended by the manufacturer. 12. Follow instructions for the grounding ...
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... authorized by U.S. Lead Notice This product contains lead. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. Public viewing of copyrighted material Public viewing of the plasma television. Such "SCREEN DAMAGES" constitute misuse and are covered in accordance with applicable environmental laws...TV screen. Caution Adjust only those controls that is capable of screen damages Continuous on 120 volts 60 Hz, AC current. Note This digital television is protected by Macrovision. If the television does not operate properly, unplug the plasma television and call your HITACHI...
... authorized by U.S. Lead Notice This product contains lead. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. Public viewing of copyrighted material Public viewing of the plasma television. Such "SCREEN DAMAGES" constitute misuse and are covered in accordance with applicable environmental laws...TV screen. Caution Adjust only those controls that is capable of screen damages Continuous on 120 volts 60 Hz, AC current. Note This digital television is protected by Macrovision. If the television does not operate properly, unplug the plasma television and call your HITACHI...
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...For optional accessories, please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv CAUTION: 1. See important marking located on the ceiling does ...not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support for use » Power Cord ¿ 2 IR Mouse Cable ² Cleaning Cloth ¶ Power Swivel Cable (42" models only) Note: Please visit our website for optional accessories for the 55... is capable of 45 degrees from vertical. 2. This plasma television product is designed for the remote control. Open ...
...For optional accessories, please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv CAUTION: 1. See important marking located on the ceiling does ...not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support for use » Power Cord ¿ 2 IR Mouse Cable ² Cleaning Cloth ¶ Power Swivel Cable (42" models only) Note: Please visit our website for optional accessories for the 55... is capable of 45 degrees from vertical. 2. This plasma television product is designed for the remote control. Open ...
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...Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is recommended for best performance. Using commercially available wood screws, secure the set to the clamping screw holes on the picture screen. Keep the Plasma...Plasma Television is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV...(42" models), support the top frame (55" models) and the bottom frame as shown...purchased the wall mount bracket option, please ask for model 55HDS52 are located in fig. (a) or (b). Connect the ...
...Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is recommended for best performance. Using commercially available wood screws, secure the set to the clamping screw holes on the picture screen. Keep the Plasma...Plasma Television is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV...(42" models), support the top frame (55" models) and the bottom frame as shown...purchased the wall mount bracket option, please ask for model 55HDS52 are located in fig. (a) or (b). Connect the ...
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... by sitting directly in a different section of the TV, place the surround speakers to 18 feet from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as possible to the CABLE (75-Ohm) terminal. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. For best...the AIR terminal. Differences in room sizes and acoustical environments will be located in front of the VHF or UHF adapter. If the TV's audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi system's external speakers, the best audio performance will require some experimentation with speaker placement...
... by sitting directly in a different section of the TV, place the surround speakers to 18 feet from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as possible to the CABLE (75-Ohm) terminal. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. For best...the AIR terminal. Differences in room sizes and acoustical environments will be located in front of the VHF or UHF adapter. If the TV's audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi system's external speakers, the best audio performance will require some experimentation with speaker placement...
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... stores that have phono connectors. USB Cable This cable is used to connect your cable box and VCR. Below are illustrations and names of the Plasma Television. S-Video (Super Video) Cable This cable is used on the television's rear jack panel and front control panel. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial ...Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the Photo Input in front of the corresponding IR window of your TV to an audio amplifier with an S-Video feature in 42" models) This cable is used to connect the...
... stores that have phono connectors. USB Cable This cable is used to connect your cable box and VCR. Below are illustrations and names of the Plasma Television. S-Video (Super Video) Cable This cable is used on the television's rear jack panel and front control panel. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial ...Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the Photo Input in front of the corresponding IR window of your TV to an audio amplifier with an S-Video feature in 42" models) This cable is used to connect the...
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...the OSD menu system. NUMERIC BUTTONS (TV, DVD, CBL, STB, PVR/VCR, AMP/CD) Used to control the chosen device. Can also be programmed to manually enter the TV channel, and used for a complete description of all of the functions on your HITACHI Plasma Television, the new remote control is ...located on the right bottom portion of the TV screen. Please see pages 2138 for numeric entry when ...
...the OSD menu system. NUMERIC BUTTONS (TV, DVD, CBL, STB, PVR/VCR, AMP/CD) Used to control the chosen device. Can also be programmed to manually enter the TV channel, and used for a complete description of all of the functions on your HITACHI Plasma Television, the new remote control is ...located on the right bottom portion of the TV screen. Please see pages 2138 for numeric entry when ...
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...button This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set to OFF or the TV is set TV features to your digital still pictures (see pages 24-26). ብ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button...as the cursor left (̇) and 9 right (̈) buttons when in the top right corner of the 55" model is for the complete system, and must be turned ON/OFF manually. Thread the square hole with ... to exit the MENU mode. NOTE: The Rear View of the TV screen. It is located on the TV screen. The Main Power button is recommended to leave the "MAIN POWER" to turn the...
...button This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set to OFF or the TV is set TV features to your digital still pictures (see pages 24-26). ብ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button...as the cursor left (̇) and 9 right (̈) buttons when in the top right corner of the 55" model is for the complete system, and must be turned ON/OFF manually. Thread the square hole with ... to exit the MENU mode. NOTE: The Rear View of the TV screen. It is located on the TV screen. The Main Power button is recommended to leave the "MAIN POWER" to turn the...
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... . 2. Display monitor MAIN POWER is ON. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack. NOTES: 1. The Plasma TV is set to select INPUT 5. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. Indicating Lamp Power Status Off Off Lights Red Lights Green Lights Orange Off (Stand-by indicator lamp located on the...
... . 2. Display monitor MAIN POWER is ON. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack. NOTES: 1. The Plasma TV is set to select INPUT 5. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. Indicating Lamp Power Status Off Off Lights Red Lights Green Lights Orange Off (Stand-by indicator lamp located on the...
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... inputs to this case, connect the component CB output to the TV's PB input and the component CR output to the TV's PR input. 3. It may use composite video signal for connecting equipment with your Plasma Television's remote control in digital format, HDMI assures that is not...connect composite VIDEO and S-VIDEO to your external components can be controlled by the A/V network feature. Because digital television (DTV) signals remain in TV mode. This connection will allow you to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks. 6. S-VIDEO output may be used for high...
... inputs to this case, connect the component CB output to the TV's PB input and the component CR output to the TV's PR input. 3. It may use composite video signal for connecting equipment with your Plasma Television's remote control in digital format, HDMI assures that is not...connect composite VIDEO and S-VIDEO to your external components can be controlled by the A/V network feature. Because digital television (DTV) signals remain in TV mode. This connection will allow you to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks. 6. S-VIDEO output may be used for high...
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... before requesting a CableCARD (also known as shown below). If the CableCARD is for viewing. Connect a coaxial cable to chosen cable channels. HITACHI will be facing towards you if a software upgrade is not authorized for future software upgrades. OR ቯ CableCARD Slot This slot is for... on the screen (you will display the following respective screens. ቭ Upgrade Card This card slot is properly installed or removed, the TV will provide this information to your local cable operator if this SUB WOOFER OUT output to the Power Swivel Table Top Stand. A digital ...
... before requesting a CableCARD (also known as shown below). If the CableCARD is for viewing. Connect a coaxial cable to chosen cable channels. HITACHI will be facing towards you if a software upgrade is not authorized for future software upgrades. OR ቯ CableCARD Slot This slot is for... on the screen (you will display the following respective screens. ቭ Upgrade Card This card slot is properly installed or removed, the TV will provide this information to your local cable operator if this SUB WOOFER OUT output to the Power Swivel Table Top Stand. A digital ...
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... connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in the following connection diagrams are provided as a convenience to allow you to left audio jack of your Plasma TV is dependent on the ferrite core near the Photo Input as shown. 2. S-VIDEO input takes priority over VIDEO input. 5. The following examples:...13 First time use Connecting External Video Sources The front panel jacks are offered as suggestions. Use the CURSOR PAD (̆ and ̄) to your TV. 4. If you have a mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left side panel jacks. If you have a VHS or 8mm camcorder, ...
... connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in the following connection diagrams are provided as a convenience to allow you to left audio jack of your Plasma TV is dependent on the ferrite core near the Photo Input as shown. 2. S-VIDEO input takes priority over VIDEO input. 5. The following examples:...13 First time use Connecting External Video Sources The front panel jacks are offered as suggestions. Use the CURSOR PAD (̆ and ̄) to your TV. 4. If you have a mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left side panel jacks. If you have a VHS or 8mm camcorder, ...
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CONNECT TO IR BLASTER (PROVIDED) NOTE: Cables are optional, except when specified. HDTV Set-Top Box CONNECT TO IR BLASTER 14 On-Screen Display The Remote Control First time use Rear Panel Connections Outside Antenna Cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR #1 ANT OUTPUT IN S-VIDEO V L R Optional DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY DIGITAL OUTPUT AUDIO OUT DVI to HDMI OUTPUT Y PB/CB PR/CR L R Optional S-VIDEO V L R INPUT S-VIDEO V L R OUTPUT Y PB PR L R OUTPUT DVD Player (PROVIDED) VCR #2 Laserdisc player, VCR, camcorder, etc.
CONNECT TO IR BLASTER (PROVIDED) NOTE: Cables are optional, except when specified. HDTV Set-Top Box CONNECT TO IR BLASTER 14 On-Screen Display The Remote Control First time use Rear Panel Connections Outside Antenna Cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR #1 ANT OUTPUT IN S-VIDEO V L R Optional DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY DIGITAL OUTPUT AUDIO OUT DVI to HDMI OUTPUT Y PB/CB PR/CR L R Optional S-VIDEO V L R INPUT S-VIDEO V L R OUTPUT Y PB PR L R OUTPUT DVD Player (PROVIDED) VCR #2 Laserdisc player, VCR, camcorder, etc.
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...Box, it to the left audio jack on connecting your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it is recommended to the TV's PR input. • Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your ...8226; S-VIDEO monitor output may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. MACROVISION NOTES: 1. Refer to your device has this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to use Tips on page 14). that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output (INPUT: 1 in place...
...Box, it to the left audio jack on connecting your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it is recommended to the TV's PR input. • Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your ...8226; S-VIDEO monitor output may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. MACROVISION NOTES: 1. Refer to your device has this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to use Tips on page 14). that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output (INPUT: 1 in place...
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... L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 1 from the VIDEO OUT of the TV. Connect the cable from the INPUTS menu to the last channel tuned. OUTPUT Back of the VCR or the laserdisc player to your VCR operating...
... L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 1 from the VIDEO OUT of the TV. Connect the cable from the INPUTS menu to the last channel tuned. OUTPUT Back of the VCR or the laserdisc player to your VCR operating...
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The HDMI input on the Rear panel below. 2. The connected digital output device controls the HDMI interface so proper setup of uncompressed video to the HDMI input as shown on the Rear Panel below . 4. HDMI input DVI to HDMI Input or or HDMI Cable DIGITAL OUTPUT Back of HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player 17 Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUTS 1 or 2 to HDMI Cable LR OUTPUT DIGITAL OUTPUT Back of HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player or PR PB DVI to view the program from the HDTV set top box or DVD player to...
The HDMI input on the Rear panel below. 2. The connected digital output device controls the HDMI interface so proper setup of uncompressed video to the HDMI input as shown on the Rear Panel below . 4. HDMI input DVI to HDMI Input or or HDMI Cable DIGITAL OUTPUT Back of HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player 17 Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUTS 1 or 2 to HDMI Cable LR OUTPUT DIGITAL OUTPUT Back of HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player or PR PB DVI to view the program from the HDTV set top box or DVD player to...
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Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV CONNECTIONS. Connect the cable from the PB/CB OUT or BY OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to plugs when connecting to the last channel tuned. Completely insert the connection cord Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 5. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (PR) jack. 4. Connect the cable from the PR/CR OUT or RY OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT ...
Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV CONNECTIONS. Connect the cable from the PB/CB OUT or BY OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to plugs when connecting to the last channel tuned. Completely insert the connection cord Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 5. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (PR) jack. 4. Connect the cable from the PR/CR OUT or RY OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT ...
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...input of CABLE/AIR and INPUTS 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Connect an optical cable from the Rear Panel is controlled by the amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or Laserdisk player. CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of... Panel. NOTE: When making video connections, connect S-Video only or Video only. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the Plasma TV to the INPUT (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack. 3. Connecting S-Video: Connect the cable from the AUDIO IN R of the amplifier is a fixed output. The Volume...
...input of CABLE/AIR and INPUTS 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Connect an optical cable from the Rear Panel is controlled by the amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or Laserdisk player. CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of... Panel. NOTE: When making video connections, connect S-Video only or Video only. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the Plasma TV to the INPUT (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack. 3. Connecting S-Video: Connect the cable from the AUDIO IN R of the amplifier is a fixed output. The Volume...
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...components you can use Rear Panel Jacks Your Hitachi Plasma Television is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to control your equipment using your HITACHI remote control to work. Each IR Mouse cable... tape may be used to hold the IR Mouse in front of the Rear Panel. 3. The Plasma Television Rear Panel has 2 IR BLASTER jacks. ACCESS THE AV NET SETUP WIZARD Press the MENU ...following example of the Audio/Video components for each of an AV Network setup between your Hitachi Plasma Television and external Audio/Video equipment (VCR and DVD Player). The correct codes must be ...
...components you can use Rear Panel Jacks Your Hitachi Plasma Television is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to control your equipment using your HITACHI remote control to work. Each IR Mouse cable... tape may be used to hold the IR Mouse in front of the Rear Panel. 3. The Plasma Television Rear Panel has 2 IR BLASTER jacks. ACCESS THE AV NET SETUP WIZARD Press the MENU ...following example of the Audio/Video components for each of an AV Network setup between your Hitachi Plasma Television and external Audio/Video equipment (VCR and DVD Player). The correct codes must be ...