Owners Guide
Page 1
updated 04.25.06 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. PLASMA TELEVISION Operating Guide for energy efficiency.
updated 04.25.06 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. PLASMA TELEVISION Operating Guide for energy efficiency.
Owners Guide
Page 2
... is required when the apparatus has been damaged in the improbable event that the 9. recommended safety standards for your HITACHI plasma television. Important Safety Instructions SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT prong. The wide blade or the third prong are ...4. Do not use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 17. Clean only with respect to proper grounding for long periods of HITACHI plasma televisions. Note to grounding electrodes and requirements for Our reputation has been built on this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for...
... is required when the apparatus has been damaged in the improbable event that the 9. recommended safety standards for your HITACHI plasma television. Important Safety Instructions SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT prong. The wide blade or the third prong are ...4. Do not use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 17. Clean only with respect to proper grounding for long periods of HITACHI plasma televisions. Note to grounding electrodes and requirements for Our reputation has been built on this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for...
Owners Guide
Page 3
... data-enhanced television services may require the use the plasma television's (polarized) plug with liquids, such as programs from other hazards. Lead Notice This product contains lead. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that are not...apparatus to rain or moisture. • The plasma television should not be fully inserted to operate the equipment. Never connect the plasma television to view encrypted digital programming. Use of programs broadcast by your TV screen. Note • There are no user ...
... data-enhanced television services may require the use the plasma television's (polarized) plug with liquids, such as programs from other hazards. Lead Notice This product contains lead. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that are not...apparatus to rain or moisture. • The plasma television should not be fully inserted to operate the equipment. Never connect the plasma television to view encrypted digital programming. Use of programs broadcast by your TV screen. Note • There are no user ...
Owners Guide
Page 4
...control by pushing down and slide back to the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment. 4. This plasma television product is designed for the 55" models. See important marking located on the ceiling does not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support... (Remote Control) Press down and sliding the back cover off. 2. models: For optional accessories, please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv CAUTION: 1. Open the battery cover of stand. ³ Remote Control Unit CLU-3852WL (Part No. CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with...
...control by pushing down and slide back to the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment. 4. This plasma television product is designed for the 55" models. See important marking located on the ceiling does not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support... (Remote Control) Press down and sliding the back cover off. 2. models: For optional accessories, please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv CAUTION: 1. Open the battery cover of stand. ³ Remote Control Unit CLU-3852WL (Part No. CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with...
Owners Guide
Page 5
...commercially available wood screws, secure the set failure, do not place the TV where temperatures can become excessively hot, for example, in position. In... How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from tipping over and prevent ...possible injury it safely. However, if you purchased the wall mount bracket option, please ask for model 55HDS52...the Television, lift the handles (42" models), support the top frame (55" models) and the bottom frame as shown in a stable and flat surface...
...commercially available wood screws, secure the set failure, do not place the TV where temperatures can become excessively hot, for example, in position. In... How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from tipping over and prevent ...possible injury it safely. However, if you purchased the wall mount bracket option, please ask for model 55HDS52...the Television, lift the handles (42" models), support the top frame (55" models) and the bottom frame as shown in a stable and flat surface...
Owners Guide
Page 6
... into the antenna terminal on the screen. If you have an antenna, connect the coaxial cable to the AIR terminal. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the... UHF antenna To UHF antenna AIR To outdoor antenna or CATV system Antenna Mixer NOTE: 6 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. 0' R 4" Minimum BEST VERTICAL VIEWING 20 ANGLE 3' 5' 10' 15' 20'...
... into the antenna terminal on the screen. If you have an antenna, connect the coaxial cable to the AIR terminal. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the... UHF antenna To UHF antenna AIR To outdoor antenna or CATV system Antenna Mixer NOTE: 6 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. 0' R 4" Minimum BEST VERTICAL VIEWING 20 ANGLE 3' 5' 10' 15' 20'...
Owners Guide
Page 7
... audio/video products. Use this cable for the best sound quality. This connection allows your TV to control your Plasma Television when A/V Network is used . Below are illustrations and names of the Plasma Television. USB Cable This cable is used to inputs and outputs located on the television. ... must place the IR mouse in front of the corresponding IR window of your digital camera to the Photo Input in place of the Plasma television. Before purchasing any cables, be connected to an antenna adapter (300-Ohm to produce a high quality picture. For best performance,...
... audio/video products. Use this cable for the best sound quality. This connection allows your TV to control your Plasma Television when A/V Network is used . Below are illustrations and names of the Plasma Television. USB Cable This cable is used to inputs and outputs located on the television. ... must place the IR mouse in front of the corresponding IR window of your digital camera to the Photo Input in place of the Plasma television. Before purchasing any cables, be connected to an antenna adapter (300-Ohm to produce a high quality picture. For best performance,...
Owners Guide
Page 8
... remote is included in Set-Top-Box (STB) mode or when the TV uses a digital input. CURSOR PAD/SELECT BUTTON (TV, DVD, CBL, STB, PVR/VCR) The Cursor Pad is designed to operate different types of your HITACHI Plasma Television, the new remote control is used to change backlight mode. EXIT ...BUTTON (TV, CBL, STB, PVR/VCR) Exits out of the TV. CHANNEL WHEEL (TV, CBL, STB, PVR/VCR, AMP/CD) Scroll up and down to pause...
... remote is included in Set-Top-Box (STB) mode or when the TV uses a digital input. CURSOR PAD/SELECT BUTTON (TV, DVD, CBL, STB, PVR/VCR) The Cursor Pad is designed to operate different types of your HITACHI Plasma Television, the new remote control is used to change backlight mode. EXIT ...BUTTON (TV, CBL, STB, PVR/VCR) Exits out of the TV. CHANNEL WHEEL (TV, CBL, STB, PVR/VCR, AMP/CD) Scroll up and down to pause...
Owners Guide
Page 9
... exit the MENU mode. NOTE: When the "MAIN POWER" button is set TV features to your digital still pictures (see pages 24-26). ብ INPUT/... and up (̆) buttons when in the top right corner of the TV screen. Firmly bind the cables. Hook the band to adjust the sound level...SIDE POWER button Press this button to access the INPUT menu. One of the 55" model is located on the TV screen. The "MAIN POWER" button must be turned ON/OFF by mode....to enter the MENU, making it possible to set to OFF or the TV is for stand-by mode. The Main Power button is slightly different ...
... exit the MENU mode. NOTE: When the "MAIN POWER" button is set TV features to your digital still pictures (see pages 24-26). ብ INPUT/... and up (̆) buttons when in the top right corner of the TV screen. Firmly bind the cables. Hook the band to adjust the sound level...SIDE POWER button Press this button to access the INPUT menu. One of the 55" model is located on the TV screen. The "MAIN POWER" button must be turned ON/OFF by mode....to enter the MENU, making it possible to set to OFF or the TV is for stand-by mode. The Main Power button is slightly different ...
Owners Guide
Page 10
... switch on the remote control to be turned OFF (lights orange) if there is ON. NOTES: 1. Press the INPUTS button then use . 2. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. A red stand-by mode (lights red) when not in Stand-by indicator lamp located on the lower right side of the front bezel... monitor MAIN POWER is ON with no signal input except antenna (no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Display monitor MAIN POWER is ON. The Plasma TV is now ready for a quick hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to OFF. Remote Control can not turn the monitor ON, press the main power...
... switch on the remote control to be turned OFF (lights orange) if there is ON. NOTES: 1. Press the INPUTS button then use . 2. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. A red stand-by mode (lights red) when not in Stand-by indicator lamp located on the lower right side of the front bezel... monitor MAIN POWER is ON with no signal input except antenna (no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Display monitor MAIN POWER is ON. The Plasma TV is now ready for a quick hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to OFF. Remote Control can not turn the monitor ON, press the main power...
Owners Guide
Page 11
... INPUT 1, 2 and 5) which are available for HDMI input. ብ Optical Out (Digital Audio) This jack provides Digital Audio Output for your Plasma Television's remote control in digital format, HDMI assures that is the next-generation all the way to your television screen. ቩ IR Blaster This... jack provides IR output to this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to the TV's PR input. 4. The HDMI input is of SVIDEO type. In this capability, such as an audio amplifier. ቨ...
... INPUT 1, 2 and 5) which are available for HDMI input. ብ Optical Out (Digital Audio) This jack provides Digital Audio Output for your Plasma Television's remote control in digital format, HDMI assures that is the next-generation all the way to your television screen. ቩ IR Blaster This... jack provides IR output to this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to the TV's PR input. 4. The HDMI input is of SVIDEO type. In this capability, such as an audio amplifier. ቨ...
Owners Guide
Page 13
... the Antenna or Input of components and features. Then press the SELECT button or the CURSOR PAD ̈ to accommodate your particular assortment of your TV. 4. For best performance, video and audio cables should be abnormal. 2. Ferrite Core (Supplied) NOTE: 1. If you do not, the played back... picture may need to modify them to confirm your Plasma TV is dependent on the ferrite core near the Photo Input as suggestions. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc...
... the Antenna or Input of components and features. Then press the SELECT button or the CURSOR PAD ̈ to accommodate your particular assortment of your TV. 4. For best performance, video and audio cables should be abnormal. 2. Ferrite Core (Supplied) NOTE: 1. If you do not, the played back... picture may need to modify them to confirm your Plasma TV is dependent on the ferrite core near the Photo Input as suggestions. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc...
Owners Guide
Page 19
...or the laserdisc player to the OUTPUT (AUDIO/R) jack on the TV Rear Panel. 2. It does not output component video. 1. Connecting Video: Connect the cable from the Rear Panel is controlled by the amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. If both are connected, SVideo takes priority. 19 Press ... CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MANAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 1, INPUT 2 OR INPUT 5 1. Connecting S-Video: Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the Plasma TV to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the Rear Panel on the right. 2. NOTE: When making video connections, connect S-Video only or Video...
...or the laserdisc player to the OUTPUT (AUDIO/R) jack on the TV Rear Panel. 2. It does not output component video. 1. Connecting Video: Connect the cable from the Rear Panel is controlled by the amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. If both are connected, SVideo takes priority. 19 Press ... CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MANAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 1, INPUT 2 OR INPUT 5 1. Connecting S-Video: Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the Plasma TV to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the Rear Panel on the right. 2. NOTE: When making video connections, connect S-Video only or Video...
Owners Guide
Page 20
...COMPONENTS TO IR BLASTER FOR AV NETWORK 1. You can connect the Plasma Television with an AV Network feature. The Plasma Television Rear Panel has 2 IR BLASTER jacks. Therefore, you wish to control your equipment using your HITACHI Plasma TV Remote Control. Place the IR mouse in place. 3. On-...Screen Display The Remote Control First time use your HITACHI remote control to four components. Once this is equipped with up to control ...
...COMPONENTS TO IR BLASTER FOR AV NETWORK 1. You can connect the Plasma Television with an AV Network feature. The Plasma Television Rear Panel has 2 IR BLASTER jacks. Therefore, you wish to control your equipment using your HITACHI Plasma TV Remote Control. Place the IR mouse in place. 3. On-...Screen Display The Remote Control First time use your HITACHI remote control to four components. Once this is equipped with up to control ...
Owners Guide
Page 21
... your set-top-box (see page 34 for instructions on how to program the remote to control additional Audio/Video equipment). To operate your Plasma TV, point the remote control at the remote sensor of the PVR and select PVR by pressing the ̇ or ̈ button of the... set -top-box). The Remote Control The Remote Control In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set - NOTE: When you have a satellite receiver, use this time. They are grouped together...
... your set-top-box (see page 34 for instructions on how to program the remote to control additional Audio/Video equipment). To operate your Plasma TV, point the remote control at the remote sensor of the PVR and select PVR by pressing the ̇ or ̈ button of the... set -top-box). The Remote Control The Remote Control In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set - NOTE: When you have a satellite receiver, use this time. They are grouped together...
Owners Guide
Page 24
...the SELECT button to select. ቯ GUIDE button [Cable Box (CBL), Satellite Receiver (SAT)/Set-Top-Box (STB) mode only] The use of the Plasma TV. INPUT 3 Select to choose Cable. The Sleep Timer info will exit all On-Screen Displays. 24 The Aspect setting will not be set . ቮ ... on pages 28-30 for settings changes). Day CC Off 4:3 Expanded NOTE: 1. 2. The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ቨ DAY/NIGHT button Press this button when you want to check the channel being used. NOTE: For automatic DAY/NIGHT picture mode settings, see...
...the SELECT button to select. ቯ GUIDE button [Cable Box (CBL), Satellite Receiver (SAT)/Set-Top-Box (STB) mode only] The use of the Plasma TV. INPUT 3 Select to choose Cable. The Sleep Timer info will exit all On-Screen Displays. 24 The Aspect setting will not be set . ቮ ... on pages 28-30 for settings changes). Day CC Off 4:3 Expanded NOTE: 1. 2. The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ቨ DAY/NIGHT button Press this button when you want to check the channel being used. NOTE: For automatic DAY/NIGHT picture mode settings, see...
Owners Guide
Page 28
...sub-picture will move the sub-picture. Use connection at the same time. When installing a CableCARD, connect your coaxial cable to watch a TV program while viewing other programs from any mode, one (1) of the inputs must be viewed in the sub picture. To change the PIP mode...the four different modes (POP, PIP, SPLIT or SURF), depending on the INPUT signal. The Remote Control Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates Two Tuner technology designed for each. This feature is only available with a 1080i signal. Please refer to view VCR program as a subpicture...
...sub-picture will move the sub-picture. Use connection at the same time. When installing a CableCARD, connect your coaxial cable to watch a TV program while viewing other programs from any mode, one (1) of the inputs must be viewed in the sub picture. To change the PIP mode...the four different modes (POP, PIP, SPLIT or SURF), depending on the INPUT signal. The Remote Control Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates Two Tuner technology designed for each. This feature is only available with a 1080i signal. Please refer to view VCR program as a subpicture...
Owners Guide
Page 39
Press EXIT on the remote control to use. This part of the screen shows which selections are available. On-Screen Display 1. On-Screen Display 39 Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Select This part of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons to quickly exit from a menu. Use the CURSOR PAD (buttons ̆, ̄, ̇ and ̈) or CHANNEL WHEEL to navigate to display the different features on the remote control to a different menu item. 3. Press MENU on your HITACHI Plasma TV. 2.
Press EXIT on the remote control to use. This part of the screen shows which selections are available. On-Screen Display 1. On-Screen Display 39 Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Select This part of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons to quickly exit from a menu. Use the CURSOR PAD (buttons ̆, ̄, ̇ and ̈) or CHANNEL WHEEL to navigate to display the different features on the remote control to a different menu item. 3. Press MENU on your HITACHI Plasma TV. 2.
Owners Guide
Page 42
...depending on it will not be useful for darker images more reddish color. If CONTRAST is turned ON from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi Plasma Television will not be necessary to adjust TINT to Dynamic for centering the picture area at 24 frames or still pictures per second, ...quality. For example, it 's input (Cable/Air, Input 1~5, Photo Input). Use the CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ to to OFF if the TV experiences picture blocking. When using the COMPONENT VIDEO Y-PBPR input jacks. 3. Aspect Use this function to select when aspect style is either 4:3 EXPANDED/ZOOM1/...
...depending on it will not be useful for darker images more reddish color. If CONTRAST is turned ON from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi Plasma Television will not be necessary to adjust TINT to Dynamic for centering the picture area at 24 frames or still pictures per second, ...quality. For example, it 's input (Cable/Air, Input 1~5, Photo Input). Use the CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ to to OFF if the TV experiences picture blocking. When using the COMPONENT VIDEO Y-PBPR input jacks. 3. Aspect Use this function to select when aspect style is either 4:3 EXPANDED/ZOOM1/...
Owners Guide
Page 44
...50% NOTE: If TREBLE is incorporated under license from two speakers and even enhance a complete multi-speaker surround sound system. If your HITACHI Television is natural and crisp from just two external speakers (or) the two internal speakers of SRS Labs, Inc. The BBE technology ...to quit the MENU, or select AUDIO to return to the listener's ear a more easily recognize the unique tonal colors of the Plasma TV internal speakers. BBE Sound reproduction quality enhancement system. BBE brings to the main menu. under license from two speakers. Audio Audio Video...
...50% NOTE: If TREBLE is incorporated under license from two speakers and even enhance a complete multi-speaker surround sound system. If your HITACHI Television is natural and crisp from just two external speakers (or) the two internal speakers of SRS Labs, Inc. The BBE technology ...to quit the MENU, or select AUDIO to return to the listener's ear a more easily recognize the unique tonal colors of the Plasma TV internal speakers. BBE Sound reproduction quality enhancement system. BBE brings to the main menu. under license from two speakers. Audio Audio Video...