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...or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www.epsc.ca (in accordance with applicable environmental laws. Dispose of the plasma television. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to very high voltages...covered in accordance with paragraph 15.119 and 15.122 of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as this apparatus to rain or moisture. • The plasma television should not be fully inserted to view encrypted digital programming. Home Electronics ...
...or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www.epsc.ca (in accordance with applicable environmental laws. Dispose of the plasma television. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to very high voltages...covered in accordance with paragraph 15.119 and 15.122 of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as this apparatus to rain or moisture. • The plasma television should not be fully inserted to view encrypted digital programming. Home Electronics ...
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... accessories, please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv CAUTION: 1. This plasma television product is designed for the remote control. See important marking located on the ceiling does not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support for the 55" models. HL02066). · Two "AA" size...45 degrees from vertical. 2. Match the batteries to swell or rupture resulting in leakage. 4 Ceiling mounting is not recommended. Use with Hitachi 42HDS52 and 42HDS52A. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing down and slide back to remove. This stand for use...
... accessories, please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv CAUTION: 1. This plasma television product is designed for the remote control. See important marking located on the ceiling does not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support for the 55" models. HL02066). · Two "AA" size...45 degrees from vertical. 2. Match the batteries to swell or rupture resulting in leakage. 4 Ceiling mounting is not recommended. Use with Hitachi 42HDS52 and 42HDS52A. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing down and slide back to remove. This stand for use...
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...Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is important to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for best performance. Wire ANTENNA Unless your Plasma Television is 30˚..., if you purchased the wall mount bracket option, please ask for model 55HDS52 are not included (Optional). 42" 55" 5 To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of the Plasma Rear Panel. The wires need to be secured to the wall. Secure the...
...Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is important to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for best performance. Wire ANTENNA Unless your Plasma Television is 30˚..., if you purchased the wall mount bracket option, please ask for model 55HDS52 are not included (Optional). 42" 55" 5 To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of the Plasma Rear Panel. The wires need to be secured to the wall. Secure the...
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... ANGLE 80 S VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV) When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from outside light may cause interference. Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the screen. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. Differences in a different... section of the TV, place the surround speakers to the side or behind the viewing area. AIR ...
... ANGLE 80 S VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV) When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from outside light may cause interference. Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the screen. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. Differences in a different... section of the TV, place the surround speakers to the side or behind the viewing area. AIR ...
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... 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 control your external devices such as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an S-Video feature in front of the corresponding IR...This cable is used to connect the swivel stand to inputs and outputs located on the television. Below are illustrations and names of the Plasma television. This connection allows your digital camera to an audio amplifier with shielded video and audio cables that sell audio/video products. USB ...
... 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 control your external devices such as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an S-Video feature in front of the corresponding IR...This cable is used to connect the swivel stand to inputs and outputs located on the television. Below are illustrations and names of the Plasma television. This connection allows your digital camera to an audio amplifier with shielded video and audio cables that sell audio/video products. USB ...
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...mode. 4. DAY/NIGHT (TV) Toggles picture mode settings between the current and last channel viewed. MENU BUTTON (TV, DVD, CBL, STB, PVR/VCR) Accesses the OSD menu system. Also 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. INPUTS BUTTON (TV, AMP) Accesses the INPUTS menu system. Digital Video Disc Player SAT- Satellite Receiver NOTES...
...mode. 4. DAY/NIGHT (TV) Toggles picture mode settings between the current and last channel viewed. MENU BUTTON (TV, DVD, CBL, STB, PVR/VCR) Accesses the OSD menu system. Also 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. INPUTS BUTTON (TV, AMP) Accesses the INPUTS menu system. Digital Video Disc Player SAT- Satellite Receiver NOTES...
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Display monitor MAIN POWER is ON. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. signal). ቪ REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. ቪ LEARNING AV NET sensor Point ... area while using the AV NET Learning Wizard. ቫ SIDE INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 5) Use these audio/video jacks for remote ON/OFF operation. The Plasma TV is ON. Press the INPUTS button then use . 2. Indicating Lamp Power Status Off Off Lights Red Lights Green Lights Orange Off (Stand-by indicator lamp...
Display monitor MAIN POWER is ON. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. signal). ቪ REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. ቪ LEARNING AV NET sensor Point ... area while using the AV NET Learning Wizard. ቫ SIDE INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 5) Use these audio/video jacks for remote ON/OFF operation. The Plasma TV is ON. Press the INPUTS button then use . 2. Indicating Lamp Power Status Off Off Lights Red Lights Green Lights Orange Off (Stand-by indicator lamp...
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Ferrite Core (Supplied) NOTE: 1. If you do not, the played back picture may need to modify them to your Plasma TV is dependent on the ferrite core near the Photo Input as suggestions. S-VIDEO input takes priority over VIDEO input. 5. Check the owner's manual of each ... S-VIDEO PHOTO INPUT S-Video Cable (Optional, see page 24). Then press the SELECT button or the CURSOR PAD ̈ to left audio jack of your TV. 4. Use the CURSOR PAD (̆ and ̄) to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in the following connection diagrams are provided as a convenience to...
Ferrite Core (Supplied) NOTE: 1. If you do not, the played back picture may need to modify them to your Plasma TV is dependent on the ferrite core near the Photo Input as suggestions. S-VIDEO input takes priority over VIDEO input. 5. Check the owner's manual of each ... S-VIDEO PHOTO INPUT S-Video Cable (Optional, see page 24). Then press the SELECT button or the CURSOR PAD ̈ to left audio jack of your TV. 4. Use the CURSOR PAD (̆ and ̄) to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in the following connection diagrams are provided as a convenience to...
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... player to an external audio amplifier, connect the system as shown on the Rear Panel on the TV Rear Panel. Connect the cable from the Rear Panel is controlled by the amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. Optional R L V S-VIDEO INPUT VCR or other external components 3. First time use Connecting External ...Video only or Video only. The "OPTICAL OUT" from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the Optical input of the Plasma TV to the VIDEO out jack on the right. Connect an optical cable from the VCR or the laserdisc player. 4. Select CABLE or AIR from the...
... player to an external audio amplifier, connect the system as shown on the Rear Panel on the TV Rear Panel. Connect the cable from the Rear Panel is controlled by the amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. Optional R L V S-VIDEO INPUT VCR or other external components 3. First time use Connecting External ...Video only or Video only. The "OPTICAL OUT" from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the Optical input of the Plasma TV to the VIDEO out jack on the right. Connect an optical cable from the VCR or the laserdisc player. 4. Select CABLE or AIR from the...
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... PAD ̄ or channel scroll to select. 7. The Rear Panel has two IR BLASTER outputs which can use Rear Panel Jacks Your Hitachi Plasma Television is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to control. You can control up to four components. Connect your external Audio/Video components... work. ACCESS THE AV NET SETUP WIZARD Press the MENU button. 5. Therefore, you wish to control your equipment using your HITACHI Plasma TV Remote Control. Each IR Mouse cable can connect the Plasma Television with an AV Network feature. On-Screen Display The Remote Control First time use your...
... PAD ̄ or channel scroll to select. 7. The Rear Panel has two IR BLASTER outputs which can use Rear Panel Jacks Your Hitachi Plasma Television is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to control. You can control up to four components. Connect your external Audio/Video components... work. ACCESS THE AV NET SETUP WIZARD Press the MENU button. 5. Therefore, you wish to control your equipment using your HITACHI Plasma TV Remote Control. Each IR Mouse cable can connect the Plasma Television with an AV Network feature. On-Screen Display The Remote Control First time use your...
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...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 -top-box). Basic operation keys are grouped together in TV Mode by pressing the ̇ or ̈ button of ...will now control your cable box (see page 32 for 10 seconds. To operate your television. The TV mode indicator will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your Plasma TV, point the remote control at the remote sensor of the set -top-box or satellite receiver A/V NET...
...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 -top-box). Basic operation keys are grouped together in TV Mode by pressing the ̇ or ̈ button of ...will now control your cable box (see page 32 for 10 seconds. To operate your television. The TV mode indicator will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your Plasma TV, point the remote control at the remote sensor of the set -top-box or satellite receiver A/V NET...
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...When a Component Video: Y-PbPr Input is locked. ቭ EXIT button This button will exit all On-Screen Displays. 24 AM --:-- PM ST TV-14 V Audio Broadcast Broadcast Rating Closed Captioning Day CC Off Cable 6 11:00PM Aspect Mode 16:9 Standard Main Picture Source Time When an S-VIDEO...this 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 5 Select to choose INPUT 2. Select Night for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more detailed picture (see page 54....
...When a Component Video: Y-PbPr Input is locked. ቭ EXIT button This button will exit all On-Screen Displays. 24 AM --:-- PM ST TV-14 V Audio Broadcast Broadcast Rating Closed Captioning Day CC Off Cable 6 11:00PM Aspect Mode 16:9 Standard Main Picture Source Time When an S-VIDEO...this 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 5 Select to choose INPUT 2. Select Night for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more detailed picture (see page 54....
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This Two Tuner feature allows you want to watch a TV program while viewing other programs from any mode, one (1) of the inputs must be viewed in the sub picture. PIP MODE Picture-in PIP mode ... in one program at the same time. The CABLE and AIR input cannot be viewed in the sub picture. The Picture-in -Picture (PIP) Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates Two Tuner technology designed for each. Main Picture Sub Picture NOTES: 1. Use connection at the same time. Sub-picture channel availability depends on the...
This Two Tuner feature allows you want to watch a TV program while viewing other programs from any mode, one (1) of the inputs must be viewed in the sub picture. PIP MODE Picture-in PIP mode ... in one program at the same time. The CABLE and AIR input cannot be viewed in the sub picture. The Picture-in -Picture (PIP) Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates Two Tuner technology designed for each. Main Picture Sub Picture NOTES: 1. Use connection at the same time. Sub-picture channel availability depends on the...
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Use the CURSOR PAD (buttons ̆, ̄, ̇ and ̈) or CHANNEL WHEEL to navigate to quickly exit from a menu. This part of the screen shows which selections are available. Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Select This part of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons to use. Press EXIT on your HITACHI Plasma TV. 2. On-Screen Display 39 On-Screen Display 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on the remote control to a different menu item. 3.
Use the CURSOR PAD (buttons ̆, ̄, ̇ and ̈) or CHANNEL WHEEL to navigate to quickly exit from a menu. This part of the screen shows which selections are available. Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Select This part of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons to use. Press EXIT on your HITACHI Plasma TV. 2. On-Screen Display 39 On-Screen Display 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on the remote control to a different menu item. 3.
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...function controls the high frequency audio to right balance of BBE Sound, Inc. TrueBass, SRS and the symbol are registered trademarks of the Plasma TV internal speakers. Press EXIT to quit the MENU, or select AUDIO to return to an external audio system, SRS will control the ...or additional extra physical components. SRS and the symbol are adjusting or Bass 50% treble. The ear can be selected and adjusted in your HITACHI television. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under license from SRS Labs that is connected to the main menu. SRS TruBass TruBass is presented ...
...function controls the high frequency audio to right balance of BBE Sound, Inc. TrueBass, SRS and the symbol are registered trademarks of the Plasma TV internal speakers. Press EXIT to quit the MENU, or select AUDIO to return to an external audio system, SRS will control the ...or additional extra physical components. SRS and the symbol are adjusting or Bass 50% treble. The ear can be selected and adjusted in your HITACHI television. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under license from SRS Labs that is connected to the main menu. SRS TruBass TruBass is presented ...
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...highlight and select CABLE or AIR. 11. If the clock is not set the channel the TV will disappear after viewing reservation is pressed after 3 seconds, then the screen automatically goes to ...; Event3 : ❑ Event4 : -- : -- NOTE: 1. On-Screen Display 55 PST 0:00 Not Set Not Set 4. Use the CURSOR PAD ̈, ̆ or ̄ to control your TV as a deterrent when away from home. If you change the channel after the ON... means it is pressed, the Event Timer Icon will automatically operate the Plasma TV viewing reservation of the MONTH. 9. When the INFO button is enabled.
...highlight and select CABLE or AIR. 11. If the clock is not set the channel the TV will disappear after viewing reservation is pressed after 3 seconds, then the screen automatically goes to ...; Event3 : ❑ Event4 : -- : -- NOTE: 1. On-Screen Display 55 PST 0:00 Not Set Not Set 4. Use the CURSOR PAD ̈, ̆ or ̄ to control your TV as a deterrent when away from home. If you change the channel after the ON... means it is pressed, the Event Timer Icon will automatically operate the Plasma TV viewing reservation of the MONTH. 9. When the INFO button is enabled.
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... 4 automatically, when the INPUT 4 input device is convenient when you want to watch it detects a video signal to automatically turn the TV on your remote control is for use with your VCR, laserdisc player, or DVD player. Press the SELECT button to highlight the video inputs... Timers Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Select 2. Use the CURSOR PAD ̄ or CHANNEL WHEEL to highlight SETUP. 3. When using your HITACHI Plasma TV Remote Control. If no remote control button is pressed after three hours. Use the CURSOR PAD ̄ or CHANNEL WHEEL to or highlight...
... 4 automatically, when the INPUT 4 input device is convenient when you want to watch it detects a video signal to automatically turn the TV on your remote control is for use with your VCR, laserdisc player, or DVD player. Press the SELECT button to highlight the video inputs... Timers Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Select 2. Use the CURSOR PAD ̄ or CHANNEL WHEEL to highlight SETUP. 3. When using your HITACHI Plasma TV Remote Control. If no remote control button is pressed after three hours. Use the CURSOR PAD ̄ or CHANNEL WHEEL to or highlight...
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...; to select the Soft Key to learn ? Press and hold desired button to transfer the command to 3 meters. AV Net Setup Wizard : A/V Receiver Setup 11. TV Softkeys POWER CH̆ VOL̆ MUTE CH̄ VOL̄ AUDIO SOURCE 1 SOURCE 2 SOURCE 3 SOURCE 4 SOURCE 5 SOURCE 6 SOURCE 7 SOURCE 8 SOURCE ... Receiver Setup Press and hold the VOL ̆ button of your A/V Receiver remote control while pointing directly at the learning AV NET sensor of the Plasma TV (located at the lower right corner of the screen) at a distance of 5 to 10 feet or 2 to AV NET. Try again? Move ...
...; to select the Soft Key to learn ? Press and hold desired button to transfer the command to 3 meters. AV Net Setup Wizard : A/V Receiver Setup 11. TV Softkeys POWER CH̆ VOL̆ MUTE CH̄ VOL̄ AUDIO SOURCE 1 SOURCE 2 SOURCE 3 SOURCE 4 SOURCE 5 SOURCE 6 SOURCE 7 SOURCE 8 SOURCE ... Receiver Setup Press and hold the VOL ̆ button of your A/V Receiver remote control while pointing directly at the learning AV NET sensor of the Plasma TV (located at the lower right corner of the screen) at a distance of 5 to 10 feet or 2 to AV NET. Try again? Move ...
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... : Custom Settings Press and hold the ̈ "Play button" of the DVD remote control while pointing directly at the learning AV NET sensor of the Plasma TV (located at the lower right corner of the screen) at a distance of 3 to 6 feet or 1 to learn or select "DONE" to move on to the... next screen. ̈ Transfer was successful, the screen on the right appears, then select "OK" to continue setup. Move SEL Select 12. TV Softkeys POWER ̇̇ ̈̈ MENU ̇̇ ̈ ̈̈ SELECT ̆ ̈ EXIT ̄ ̇ Move SEL Select Back Done ...
... : Custom Settings Press and hold the ̈ "Play button" of the DVD remote control while pointing directly at the learning AV NET sensor of the Plasma TV (located at the lower right corner of the screen) at a distance of 3 to 6 feet or 1 to learn or select "DONE" to move on to the... next screen. ̈ Transfer was successful, the screen on the right appears, then select "OK" to continue setup. Move SEL Select 12. TV Softkeys POWER ̇̇ ̈̈ MENU ̇̇ ̈ ̈̈ SELECT ̆ ̈ EXIT ̄ ̇ Move SEL Select Back Done ...
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...be available (grayed out). 2. Use the CURSOR PAD ̇ or ̈ to have Audio volume that can control the volume output by the Plasma TV Volume Up/Down. When using MONITOR OUT for recording, set the VIDEO OUT to previous menu. YES S-Video_1 YES YES YES YES Video_1 - YES...Air or Channel Macrovision S-Video - - - NOTE: 1. Setup Set Monitor Out This feature will not be controlled by changing the volume of the TV. Monitor: Select MONITOR to output the audio and video signals of the chosen input source (CABLE, AIR, INPUT 1-5) to output the audio Setup Set...
...be available (grayed out). 2. Use the CURSOR PAD ̇ or ̈ to have Audio volume that can control the volume output by the Plasma TV Volume Up/Down. When using MONITOR OUT for recording, set the VIDEO OUT to previous menu. YES S-Video_1 YES YES YES YES Video_1 - YES...Air or Channel Macrovision S-Video - - - NOTE: 1. Setup Set Monitor Out This feature will not be controlled by changing the volume of the TV. Monitor: Select MONITOR to output the audio and video signals of the chosen input source (CABLE, AIR, INPUT 1-5) to output the audio Setup Set...