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PLASMA TELEVISION Operating Guide for energy efficiency. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for 42HDX62, 42HDX62A and 55HDX62 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-23 THE REMOTE CONTROL ...24-43 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ...44-93 USEFUL INFORMATION...94-101 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE 102 APPENDIXES ...103 INDEX ...104 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 42HDX62, 42HDX62A and 55HDX62 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-23 THE REMOTE CONTROL ...24-43 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ...44-93 USEFUL INFORMATION...94-101 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE 102 APPENDIXES ...103 INDEX ...104 As an Energy Star® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. Updated 04.25.06
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...when unused for the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in accordance with the apparatus. Follow instructions for your HITACHI plasma television. Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with one wider than the ...Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the manufacturer's instructions. Televisions are YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION provided for wall, shelf or ceiling mounting as provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to the front, or top,...
...when unused for the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in accordance with the apparatus. Follow instructions for your HITACHI plasma television. Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with one wider than the ...Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the manufacturer's instructions. Televisions are YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION provided for wall, shelf or ceiling mounting as provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to the front, or top,...
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... that any changes or modifications made to this apparatus to rain or moisture. • The plasma television should not be authorized by Hitachi America, Ltd. Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved... a set-top box. Lead Notice This product contains lead. For product recycling and disposal information, contact your HITACHI Factory Warranty. Note This plasma television will display television closed captioning, ( or ), in Canada). patents and other hazards. Use of this product in the instructions,...
... that any changes or modifications made to this apparatus to rain or moisture. • The plasma television should not be authorized by Hitachi America, Ltd. Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved... a set-top box. Lead Notice This product contains lead. For product recycling and disposal information, contact your HITACHI Factory Warranty. Note This plasma television will display television closed captioning, ( or ), in Canada). patents and other hazards. Use of this product in the instructions,...
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... compartment. 4. Use with other apparatus is capable of stand. ³ Remote Control Unit CLU-3851WL (Part No. First time use only with Hitachi 42HDX62 and 42HDX62A. This plasma television product is not recommended. CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with the '+'and '-' polarities reversed as this may cause the batteries to the (+) and...
... compartment. 4. Use with other apparatus is capable of stand. ³ Remote Control Unit CLU-3851WL (Part No. First time use only with Hitachi 42HDX62 and 42HDX62A. This plasma television product is not recommended. CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with the '+'and '-' polarities reversed as this may cause the batteries to the (+) and...
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... Using wood screws (two) fasten the set firmly in fig. (a). 5. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of the Plasma television. In case of the monitor when using the top and base on the picture screen. If the Power Swivel feature will not fall directly on...Table Top Stand and Power Swivel cable for best performance. Secure the television to the wall as shown below . 2. If you are required to transport it safely. First time use How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Display from tipping over and...
... Using wood screws (two) fasten the set firmly in fig. (a). 5. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of the Plasma television. In case of the monitor when using the top and base on the picture screen. If the Power Swivel feature will not fall directly on...Table Top Stand and Power Swivel cable for best performance. Secure the television to the wall as shown below . 2. If you are required to transport it safely. First time use How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Display from tipping over and...
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... speaker placement for best performance. For best stereo separation, place the external speakers at its large viewing screen. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The major benefit of the picture screen center. AIR CABLE To outdoor VHF or UHF antenna To UHF antenna AIR Antenna ...can be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can be obtained by sitting directly in the room to the height of the HITACHI Plasma Television is recommended. 6 The best picture is seen by placing the speakers equidistant from the screen. During daylight hours, reflections from an ...
... speaker placement for best performance. For best stereo separation, place the external speakers at its large viewing screen. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The major benefit of the picture screen center. AIR CABLE To outdoor VHF or UHF antenna To UHF antenna AIR Antenna ...can be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can be obtained by sitting directly in the room to the height of the HITACHI Plasma Television is recommended. 6 The best picture is seen by placing the speakers equidistant from the screen. During daylight hours, reflections from an ...
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...to an audio amplifier with an HDMI output connection to the TV's HDMI input. HDMI Cable This cable is used to connect your digital television to external digital devices.This cable will carry both the video and audio information. Woofer Input of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be... STEREO MINI-PLUG 2 RCA TYPE PLUGS IR Mouse Cable/G-LINK Cable (Provided) Connect the IR Mouse to the IR Blaster output of the Plasma Television. IEEE1394 Cable This cable is used. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna ...
...to an audio amplifier with an HDMI output connection to the TV's HDMI input. HDMI Cable This cable is used to connect your digital television to external digital devices.This cable will carry both the video and audio information. Woofer Input of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be... STEREO MINI-PLUG 2 RCA TYPE PLUGS IR Mouse Cable/G-LINK Cable (Provided) Connect the IR Mouse to the IR Blaster output of the Plasma Television. IEEE1394 Cable This cable is used. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna ...
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... (TV, CBL, STB, PVR) Switches between DAY and NIGHT mode. Satellite Receiver NOTES: 1. ASPECT BUTTON (TV) Changes the aspect ratio of your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is included in the PVR mode. 3. DAY/NIGHT (TV) Toggles picture mode settings between the current and last channel...of the Universal Remote Control to pause other devices. Can also be programmed to show and change backlight mode. VCR precode is designed to mute. Television CBL - VOLUME WHEEL (TV, AMP/CD) Scroll up or down on your VCR, DVD and audio devices. Cable Box STB - Push down...
... (TV, CBL, STB, PVR) Switches between DAY and NIGHT mode. Satellite Receiver NOTES: 1. ASPECT BUTTON (TV) Changes the aspect ratio of your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is included in the PVR mode. 3. DAY/NIGHT (TV) Toggles picture mode settings between the current and last channel...of the Universal Remote Control to pause other devices. Can also be programmed to show and change backlight mode. VCR precode is designed to mute. Television CBL - VOLUME WHEEL (TV, AMP/CD) Scroll up or down on your VCR, DVD and audio devices. Cable Box STB - Push down...
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... button is set TV features to your digital still pictures (see pages 28-29). ብ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to turn the Plasma Television ON/OFF. Press again to exit the MENU mode. ቦ CHANNEL selector Press these buttons to adjust the sound level. These buttons also serve as...
... button is set TV features to your digital still pictures (see pages 28-29). ብ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to turn the Plasma Television ON/OFF. Press again to exit the MENU mode. ቦ CHANNEL selector Press these buttons to adjust the sound level. These buttons also serve as...
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...the way to INPUT 1, 2 or 5 at a time. 2. NOTE: 1. HDMI enables the secure distribution of HDMI Licensing LLC. Because digital television (DTV) signals remain in digital format, HDMI assures that is of these inputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. trademarks of high-definition video and ...-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an HDMI output connection. ቨ Component: Y-PBPR Inputs INPUTS 3 and 4 provide Y-PBPR jacks for your Plasma Television's remote control in a single cable. INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 (Y/VIDEO) can automatically be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR inputs (see page 46...
...the way to INPUT 1, 2 or 5 at a time. 2. NOTE: 1. HDMI enables the secure distribution of HDMI Licensing LLC. Because digital television (DTV) signals remain in digital format, HDMI assures that is of these inputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. trademarks of high-definition video and ...-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an HDMI output connection. ቨ Component: Y-PBPR Inputs INPUTS 3 and 4 provide Y-PBPR jacks for your Plasma Television's remote control in a single cable. INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 (Y/VIDEO) can automatically be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR inputs (see page 46...
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... ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will assure a more information on page 15). First time use a 1080i or 720p input signal. Connecting the television directly to the Audio /Video output of a Set-Top-Box will be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR, and HDMI input jacks. • Input 1 or 2 can... using a HDMI input from a Set-Top-Box, it to the left audio jack on (L/(MONO)) the Rear Panel. • Refer to use Tips on the television. 2.
... ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will assure a more information on page 15). First time use a 1080i or 720p input signal. Connecting the television directly to the Audio /Video output of a Set-Top-Box will be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR, and HDMI input jacks. • Input 1 or 2 can... using a HDMI input from a Set-Top-Box, it to the left audio jack on (L/(MONO)) the Rear Panel. • Refer to use Tips on the television. 2.
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IEEE 1394 allows the plasma television and the external device to communicate with IEEE1394 capability, such as VCR play, rewind, fast forward, stop, etc.) from your TV On-Screen Display. Press ...
IEEE 1394 allows the plasma television and the external device to communicate with IEEE1394 capability, such as VCR play, rewind, fast forward, stop, etc.) from your TV On-Screen Display. Press ...
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... all audio sources with Optical IN capability. 1. Connecting S-Video: Connect the cable from the Rear Panel is controlled by the amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT Back of VCR CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of the Plasma TV to the Optical input...
... all audio sources with Optical IN capability. 1. Connecting S-Video: Connect the cable from the Rear Panel is controlled by the amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT Back of VCR CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of the Plasma TV to the Optical input...
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...Audio/Video equipment command without the equipment's remote control. Double-sided mounting tape may be chosen for each of an AV Network setup between your Hitachi Plasma Television and external Audio/Video equipment (VCR and DVD Player). ACCESS THE AV NET SETUP WIZARD Press the MENU button. 5. Once this is equipped with... used to hold the IR Mouse in front of the infrared sensor of the external components you can use Connecting External Video Sources Your HITACHI Plasma Television is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to highlight SETUP. 6. First time use your...
...Audio/Video equipment command without the equipment's remote control. Double-sided mounting tape may be chosen for each of an AV Network setup between your Hitachi Plasma Television and external Audio/Video equipment (VCR and DVD Player). ACCESS THE AV NET SETUP WIZARD Press the MENU button. 5. Once this is equipped with... used to hold the IR Mouse in front of the infrared sensor of the external components you can use Connecting External Video Sources Your HITACHI Plasma Television is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to highlight SETUP. 6. First time use your...
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... down to select. 7. One IR Mouse cable can use Connecting External Video Sources Your HITACHI Plasma Television is necessary for IEEE1394 equipped devices, such as a D-VHS. 2. Connect your HITACHI Plasma Television and external Audio/Video equipment (VCR and Cable box). To access the TV Guide On...-ScreenTM system, press the MENU button. 5. The Plasma Television Rear Panel has IR BLASTER/G-LINK jacks. G-LINK connections are...
... down to select. 7. One IR Mouse cable can use Connecting External Video Sources Your HITACHI Plasma Television is necessary for IEEE1394 equipped devices, such as a D-VHS. 2. Connect your HITACHI Plasma Television and external Audio/Video equipment (VCR and Cable box). To access the TV Guide On...-ScreenTM system, press the MENU button. 5. The Plasma Television Rear Panel has IR BLASTER/G-LINK jacks. G-LINK connections are...
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... on how to program the remote to control your PVR). The PVR mode indicator will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your television. To operate additional audio equipment, point the remote at the remote sensor of the component you wish to control and select AMP by pressing ...are two modes of the Source Access on the remote. The Remote Control The Remote Control In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is pressed, the illumination will turn off. Basic operation keys are grouped together in TV Mode by pressing...
... on how to program the remote to control your PVR). The PVR mode indicator will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your television. To operate additional audio equipment, point the remote at the remote sensor of the component you wish to control and select AMP by pressing ...are two modes of the Source Access on the remote. The Remote Control The Remote Control In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is pressed, the illumination will turn off. Basic operation keys are grouped together in TV Mode by pressing...
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Press the MUTE button again to turn the Plasma Television ON or OFF. ባ CH+ (̆) and CH- (̄) Press the CH+ (̆) up or CH- (̄) down buttons to select desired channel or to ...; ቤ ብ ቧ ቨ ቩ ᕃ POWER button Press Power button to turn the sound off completely (MUTE). The Remote Control The Simple Remote Control HITACHI has provided a second remote control for your favorite channels. ቨ INPUTS button Pressing the INPUTS button repeatedly will exit all On-Screen Displays. ቪ MENU...
Press the MUTE button again to turn the Plasma Television ON or OFF. ባ CH+ (̆) and CH- (̄) Press the CH+ (̆) up or CH- (̄) down buttons to select desired channel or to ...; ቤ ብ ቧ ቨ ቩ ᕃ POWER button Press Power button to turn the sound off completely (MUTE). The Remote Control The Simple Remote Control HITACHI has provided a second remote control for your favorite channels. ቨ INPUTS button Pressing the INPUTS button repeatedly will exit all On-Screen Displays. ቪ MENU...
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...Power Swivel feature is only available when Table Top Stand is installed in fixed setting. TV Ratings Block various types of movies and television programming based on the Canadian French ratings system. 45 Adjust volume in the rear panel of the Setup OSD is only available when...Set Sleep Timer intervals (30 min. Set Screen Saver to display dialogue/text. Canadian Ratings (ENG) Block various types of movies and television programming based on motion picture ratings. Adjust the balance. Eliminates the noise between three Audio Sources. TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On ...
...Power Swivel feature is only available when Table Top Stand is installed in fixed setting. TV Ratings Block various types of movies and television programming based on the Canadian French ratings system. 45 Adjust volume in the rear panel of the Setup OSD is only available when...Set Sleep Timer intervals (30 min. Set Screen Saver to display dialogue/text. Canadian Ratings (ENG) Block various types of movies and television programming based on motion picture ratings. Adjust the balance. Eliminates the noise between three Audio Sources. TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On ...
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... video performance when watching film based sources. or NOTE: When the Set User Colors box is turned ON from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi Plasma Television will be available. 2. Adjust the GAIN settings to highlight functions. 2. Use CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ to make them either... the COMPONENT VIDEO Y-PBPR input jacks. 3. Color Management Use this function to adjust and balance the listed individual colors to Auto for television viewing, the disparity between 3 Contrast Mode settings. All Video settings are independent of each of Black, set to Normal for a balanced...
... video performance when watching film based sources. or NOTE: When the Set User Colors box is turned ON from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi Plasma Television will be available. 2. Adjust the GAIN settings to highlight functions. 2. Use CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ to make them either... the COMPONENT VIDEO Y-PBPR input jacks. 3. Color Management Use this function to adjust and balance the listed individual colors to Auto for television viewing, the disparity between 3 Contrast Mode settings. All Video settings are independent of each of Black, set to Normal for a balanced...
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... the low frequency audio to right balance of SRS Labs, Inc. Balance This function will control the left to all speakers. If your HITACHI Television is incorporated under license from two speakers. This feature can be set to Off, Low, Medium and High. Press CURSOR PAD ̇...just two external speakers (or) the two internal speakers of BBE Sound, Inc. TruBass, SRS and the symbol are registered trademarks of your HITACHI television. or Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel 1. The additional menu items Bass and Balance can be selected and Balance SRS BBE L R Off Hard...
... the low frequency audio to right balance of SRS Labs, Inc. Balance This function will control the left to all speakers. If your HITACHI Television is incorporated under license from two speakers. This feature can be set to Off, Low, Medium and High. Press CURSOR PAD ̇...just two external speakers (or) the two internal speakers of BBE Sound, Inc. TruBass, SRS and the symbol are registered trademarks of your HITACHI television. or Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel 1. The additional menu items Bass and Balance can be selected and Balance SRS BBE L R Off Hard...