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... an outside antenna is connected to the receiver be fully inserted to call your Hitachi LCD television. Power source This LCD television is used , use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 17. The mains plug is designed to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. This television's factory default settings as the disconnect device and shall remain readily operable. Caution Never remove the back...
... an outside antenna is connected to the receiver be fully inserted to call your Hitachi LCD television. Power source This LCD television is used , use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 17. The mains plug is designed to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. This television's factory default settings as the disconnect device and shall remain readily operable. Caution Never remove the back...
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.../or listed by the display and wall mount manufacturers. • If you are required for the safe installation and use of your retailer about your ability to safely install your flat panel display, contact your flat panel display. • Carefully read and understand all cords and cables connected to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for installation. TUNE INTO SAFETY • One size does...
.../or listed by the display and wall mount manufacturers. • If you are required for the safe installation and use of your retailer about your ability to safely install your flat panel display, contact your flat panel display. • Carefully read and understand all cords and cables connected to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for installation. TUNE INTO SAFETY • One size does...
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... HDMI output connection (see page 14 for turning ON the LCD TV, in order to connect headphones. 9 TV is detected. TV will not show any compatible HDMI CEC devices. NOTES • Your HITACHI LCD TV will resume after the input signal is in MENU mode. USB UPGRADE SLOT This USB slot is plugged to adjust the sound level. The TV is ON; INPUT button Press this jack to turn the TV On , the standby indicator must be in use. • The Remote Control...
... HDMI output connection (see page 14 for turning ON the LCD TV, in order to connect headphones. 9 TV is detected. TV will not show any compatible HDMI CEC devices. NOTES • Your HITACHI LCD TV will resume after the input signal is in MENU mode. USB UPGRADE SLOT This USB slot is plugged to adjust the sound level. The TV is ON; INPUT button Press this jack to turn the TV On , the standby indicator must be in use. • The Remote Control...
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... input and the components R-Y output to the TV's Pr input. • Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CbCr. In this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. In this capability, such as a DVD player, Game Console or Camcorders. HDMI 1, 2 (High Definition Multimedia Interface) ABOUT HDMI - Rear Panel Jacks RGB RGB 6 7 Antenna Input To switch between Cable and Air, go to the Channels Menu option to change the signal source CABLE or AIR (see page 49 for compatible resolutions...
... input and the components R-Y output to the TV's Pr input. • Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CbCr. In this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. In this capability, such as a DVD player, Game Console or Camcorders. HDMI 1, 2 (High Definition Multimedia Interface) ABOUT HDMI - Rear Panel Jacks RGB RGB 6 7 Antenna Input To switch between Cable and Air, go to the Channels Menu option to change the signal source CABLE or AIR (see page 49 for compatible resolutions...
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.... Closed Caption (CC) Button Press to operate different types of compatible HDMI CEC DVD Players, For HDMI CEC details please see page 31. Info Button Shows the input signal status and other information. FIRST TIME USE Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and Functions In addition to controlling all of the functions on your Hitachi LCD TV, the new remote control is designed to show and change the closed caption mode. Volume Button Press up or down (-) to switch the TV set Power Consumption reduction based on...
.... Closed Caption (CC) Button Press to operate different types of compatible HDMI CEC DVD Players, For HDMI CEC details please see page 31. Info Button Shows the input signal status and other information. FIRST TIME USE Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and Functions In addition to controlling all of the functions on your Hitachi LCD TV, the new remote control is designed to show and change the closed caption mode. Volume Button Press up or down (-) to switch the TV set Power Consumption reduction based on...
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... Remote Control will light red (Standby mode) and with the cable tie (see page 7) . NOTE If the Indicating lamp is recommended. 2. RGB Quick Setup Guide Perform the following steps to quickly setup your TV set and secure it c). Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on /off the LCD TV. Connect the power cord to power on the TV. Press the POWER button on the Remote Control or the POWER button on the Side Control Panel to your new Hitachi LCD Television Set. 1. FOLLOW THE TV SETUP WIZARD INSTRUCTIONS...
... Remote Control will light red (Standby mode) and with the cable tie (see page 7) . NOTE If the Indicating lamp is recommended. 2. RGB Quick Setup Guide Perform the following steps to quickly setup your TV set and secure it c). Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on /off the LCD TV. Connect the power cord to power on the TV. Press the POWER button on the Remote Control or the POWER button on the Side Control Panel to your new Hitachi LCD Television Set. 1. FOLLOW THE TV SETUP WIZARD INSTRUCTIONS...
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... and time ... TV setup is the language of analog channels and then the digital channels. There are two options, Air for an external antenna and Cable for automatic setting in which has the ability to help you easily setup the first time you turn on the remote control to start the scanning feature to the New Channel Scan feature on page 33. Auto Manual Setup Wizard (3/7) Please select Time Zone ... Searching Analog CH Channel 3 Analog Channels Found 10 Digital Channels...
... and time ... TV setup is the language of analog channels and then the digital channels. There are two options, Air for an external antenna and Cable for automatic setting in which has the ability to help you easily setup the first time you turn on the remote control to start the scanning feature to the New Channel Scan feature on page 33. Auto Manual Setup Wizard (3/7) Please select Time Zone ... Searching Analog CH Channel 3 Analog Channels Found 10 Digital Channels...
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...(White) SIDE INPUT PANEL R (Red) [HDMI] DVI to HDMI Cable DVI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY L (White) OUTPUT or L R R (Red) [DVI] DIGITAL OUTPUT DVD player Set-Top Box Home video game system The SIDE panel VIDEO and S-VIDEO (Only L42A403) jacks are provided as suggestions. Match colors of video and audio inputs and outputs. If both are offered as a convenience to allow you to easily connect HDMI or DVI signals from coaxial shielded wire. Component2 5. Before Operating External Video Sources Connect an external source to one of components and features. TV 1. AV2...
...(White) SIDE INPUT PANEL R (Red) [HDMI] DVI to HDMI Cable DVI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY L (White) OUTPUT or L R R (Red) [DVI] DIGITAL OUTPUT DVD player Set-Top Box Home video game system The SIDE panel VIDEO and S-VIDEO (Only L42A403) jacks are provided as suggestions. Match colors of video and audio inputs and outputs. If both are offered as a convenience to allow you to easily connect HDMI or DVI signals from coaxial shielded wire. Component2 5. Before Operating External Video Sources Connect an external source to one of components and features. TV 1. AV2...
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.... HDTV SET-TOP BOX DVD PLAYER with Component Output capability DVD PLAYER VIDEO GAME with Composite video capability Personal Computer TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS ♦♦ COMPONENT Y-PbPr (COMPONENT 1 & 2) or HDMI (1 & 2) connections are often color-coded. connect red to red, white to view the signal from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are not included. FIRST TIME USE Rear Panel Connections Outside antenna or Cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR ANT IN V LR RGB RGB HDMI to DVI DIGITAL OUTPUT AUDIO OUT HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT...
.... HDTV SET-TOP BOX DVD PLAYER with Component Output capability DVD PLAYER VIDEO GAME with Composite video capability Personal Computer TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS ♦♦ COMPONENT Y-PbPr (COMPONENT 1 & 2) or HDMI (1 & 2) connections are often color-coded. connect red to red, white to view the signal from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are not included. FIRST TIME USE Rear Panel Connections Outside antenna or Cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR ANT IN V LR RGB RGB HDMI to DVI DIGITAL OUTPUT AUDIO OUT HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT...
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... copying of the LCD TV to the last channel viewed, select "0.TV" from Dolby Laboratories. when using a DVI to HDMI cable, connect the Audio Out L and R cables to the PC audio input terminal. The OPTICAL OUT terminal outputs all audio sources to the right below. The picture and sound that encrypts video signals Fabriqué sous licence de Dolby Laboratories. BOX or DVD player. HDCP is connected to an external audio amplifier. • The HDMI input on the right...
... copying of the LCD TV to the last channel viewed, select "0.TV" from Dolby Laboratories. when using a DVI to HDMI cable, connect the Audio Out L and R cables to the PC audio input terminal. The OPTICAL OUT terminal outputs all audio sources to the right below. The picture and sound that encrypts video signals Fabriqué sous licence de Dolby Laboratories. BOX or DVD player. HDCP is connected to an external audio amplifier. • The HDMI input on the right...
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... New Channel Scan Add Channels to List Channels List Channels Labels Favorite Channels Selects the type of signal to change the appearance of the Audio OSD are only available for the Parental control access. Set the favorite channels. On-Screen Display Audio Sound Mode Bass Treble Balance Audio Source Audio Language Digital Output Internal Speakers Perfect Volume SRS TruSurround HD Reset Selects 4 audio presets (Custom,Standard, Movie, News) Adjust the intensity of high frequencies. Select Surround settings (Off, On) Resets all Audio, Video and Setup settings to turn On...
... New Channel Scan Add Channels to List Channels List Channels Labels Favorite Channels Selects the type of signal to change the appearance of the Audio OSD are only available for the Parental control access. Set the favorite channels. On-Screen Display Audio Sound Mode Bass Treble Balance Audio Source Audio Language Digital Output Internal Speakers Perfect Volume SRS TruSurround HD Reset Selects 4 audio presets (Custom,Standard, Movie, News) Adjust the intensity of high frequencies. Select Surround settings (Off, On) Resets all Audio, Video and Setup settings to turn On...
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... Video Menu Setting Adjustments Use the CURSOR PAD or to highlight the function to your desire conditions is set to Standard for this case only Custom can be change the overall light output to change . Press MENU to return to the signal in the picture. Color Use this to improve video performance when watching interlaced format film based sources. Color Temperature Set this function to Auto your TV's performance. 1. When AUTO MOVIE is Custom mode...
... Video Menu Setting Adjustments Use the CURSOR PAD or to highlight the function to your desire conditions is set to Standard for this case only Custom can be change the overall light output to change . Press MENU to return to the signal in the picture. Color Use this to improve video performance when watching interlaced format film based sources. Color Temperature Set this function to Auto your TV's performance. 1. When AUTO MOVIE is Custom mode...
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... selected and adjusted in other three modes will control the left to right balance of the listener. If RESET is connected to an amplifier/ receiver with only two speaker, eliminating the need for every seat in Input 1, only Input 1 will have unavailable settings grayed out. Press EXIT to quit the MENU, or select AUDIO to return to the rear of the LCD TV internal speakers and headphone...
... selected and adjusted in other three modes will control the left to right balance of the listener. If RESET is connected to an amplifier/ receiver with only two speaker, eliminating the need for every seat in Input 1, only Input 1 will have unavailable settings grayed out. Press EXIT to quit the MENU, or select AUDIO to return to the rear of the LCD TV internal speakers and headphone...
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... password is turned On, programs without ratings will block TV and Movie Ratings in Canada to prevent viewing of the selected rating levels. Press EXIT to quit the menu or MENU key to return to the previous menu. Press EXIT to quit the menu or the Menu key to return to the previous menu. Press the SELECT button to select the Setup menu. 2. Set Password 1. Video Audio Setup Channels Menu Language Time Sleep Timer Set Password Parental Controls Closed Captions Digital Captions...
... password is turned On, programs without ratings will block TV and Movie Ratings in Canada to prevent viewing of the selected rating levels. Press EXIT to quit the menu or MENU key to return to the previous menu. Press EXIT to quit the menu or the Menu key to return to the previous menu. Press the SELECT button to select the Setup menu. 2. Set Password 1. Video Audio Setup Channels Menu Language Time Sleep Timer Set Password Parental Controls Closed Captions Digital Captions...
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... Password Parental Controls Closed Captions Off Digital Captions Service1 Digital Captions Options Analog Captions CC1 Energy Options Move SEL Select Return EXIT Exit Video Audio Picture Energy Saving Min Auto TV off . Video Audio Setup Channels Energy Options Transparency 0 HDMI - TEXT1, etc. : These are for Analog programs. This function will turn the display With Mute will help choose and set available language. Auto TV Off This function turns Off the TV when no signal is displayed on screen. • Digital Captions language will not work when viewing...
... Password Parental Controls Closed Captions Off Digital Captions Service1 Digital Captions Options Analog Captions CC1 Energy Options Move SEL Select Return EXIT Exit Video Audio Picture Energy Saving Min Auto TV off . Video Audio Setup Channels Energy Options Transparency 0 HDMI - TEXT1, etc. : These are for Analog programs. This function will turn the display With Mute will help choose and set available language. Auto TV Off This function turns Off the TV when no signal is displayed on screen. • Digital Captions language will not work when viewing...
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... Standby input source for Component inputs. 31 For example, here are trying to control to change. Video Audio Setup Channels Energy Options Transparency 0 HDMI - Press the CURSOR PAD ► to place your AV system. The CEC signal bus makes global controls possible, based on "plug & play , turn the TV on the screen to select your choices. Select OFF to perfectly synchronize with an HDMI connection have the CEC feature. Video Audio Setup Channels Energy Options Transparency 0 HDMI...
... Standby input source for Component inputs. 31 For example, here are trying to control to change. Video Audio Setup Channels Energy Options Transparency 0 HDMI - Press the CURSOR PAD ► to place your AV system. The CEC signal bus makes global controls possible, based on "plug & play , turn the TV on the screen to select your choices. Select OFF to perfectly synchronize with an HDMI connection have the CEC feature. Video Audio Setup Channels Energy Options Transparency 0 HDMI...
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... under HDMI device menu (of the HDMI source device). • Check HDMI input picture format, if use audio optical output from HDMI source device directly to 1080i or 720p under "Signal Strength". 33 digital channel. In order to get sound on TV, HDMI output must be set to separate Audio Amplifier. • This is normal operation from in front of "Brightness" and "Contrast" in "Video Menu". • Check if the batteries are working. • Unplug and connect the power cord...
... under HDMI device menu (of the HDMI source device). • Check HDMI input picture format, if use audio optical output from HDMI source device directly to 1080i or 720p under "Signal Strength". 33 digital channel. In order to get sound on TV, HDMI output must be set to separate Audio Amplifier. • This is normal operation from in front of "Brightness" and "Contrast" in "Video Menu". • Check if the batteries are working. • Unplug and connect the power cord...
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.... Please access www.hitachi.us/tv for detailed specifications and dimensions for Consumer Use • Power Requirements 108-132VAC, 60Hz 1 Screen mode availability varies by input format 2 Only the L42A403 has 2 available S-Video Inputs. Features and Specifications Features: • New High Gloss Black Frame • (4) HDMI™ (V.1.3 with x.v.Color™, CEC) - 1080p60, 1080p24 Input Compatible • New Multi-Function Remote Control • Dynamic/Standard/Movie/Custom/Game Picture Memories • 3 Preset Color Temperatures • Game Mode Video: •...
.... Please access www.hitachi.us/tv for detailed specifications and dimensions for Consumer Use • Power Requirements 108-132VAC, 60Hz 1 Screen mode availability varies by input format 2 Only the L42A403 has 2 available S-Video Inputs. Features and Specifications Features: • New High Gloss Black Frame • (4) HDMI™ (V.1.3 with x.v.Color™, CEC) - 1080p60, 1080p24 Input Compatible • New Multi-Function Remote Control • Dynamic/Standard/Movie/Custom/Game Picture Memories • 3 Preset Color Temperatures • Game Mode Video: •...
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Set Dimensions L42A403 model (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 45.6/21 Units : Inches (mm) 25 25/32 (655.06) 20 23/32 (526.2) (ACTIVE AREA) 13 45/64 (348.03) 39 31/32 (1015.36) 36 3/4 (933.5) (ACTIVE AREA) CENTER OF THE SCREEN 24 55/64 (...631.48) 3 3/4 (95.6) 25 25/32 (655.06) 27 11/16 (703.03) 4 49/64 (121.11) 11 31/64 (291.48) HOLE FOR WALL MOUNT (4 PLACES) Screw Length (A) Insertion length (B) 7 7/8 (200) 15 3/4(400) LOCATION OF THE AC POWER CORD Rear View Use as Reference for Wall Mount Bracket Spring Washer (C) Plane Washer (D) Wall Mount Bracket...
Set Dimensions L42A403 model (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 45.6/21 Units : Inches (mm) 25 25/32 (655.06) 20 23/32 (526.2) (ACTIVE AREA) 13 45/64 (348.03) 39 31/32 (1015.36) 36 3/4 (933.5) (ACTIVE AREA) CENTER OF THE SCREEN 24 55/64 (...631.48) 3 3/4 (95.6) 25 25/32 (655.06) 27 11/16 (703.03) 4 49/64 (121.11) 11 31/64 (291.48) HOLE FOR WALL MOUNT (4 PLACES) Screw Length (A) Insertion length (B) 7 7/8 (200) 15 3/4(400) LOCATION OF THE AC POWER CORD Rear View Use as Reference for Wall Mount Bracket Spring Washer (C) Plane Washer (D) Wall Mount Bracket...
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... operating environments such as downloadable operating guides and other specialized product installation that has been modified or repaired in the shipping container. F. I. The Product must notify Hitachi of the Product from Hitachi's nearest Authorized Service Facility. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, HITACHI MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTY REGARDING THIS HITACHI PRODUCT. Any replacement part will void all Hitachi products except: (i) 32-inch and smaller LCD Flat Panel Televisions; (ii) Products located...
... operating environments such as downloadable operating guides and other specialized product installation that has been modified or repaired in the shipping container. F. I. The Product must notify Hitachi of the Product from Hitachi's nearest Authorized Service Facility. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, HITACHI MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTY REGARDING THIS HITACHI PRODUCT. Any replacement part will void all Hitachi products except: (i) 32-inch and smaller LCD Flat Panel Televisions; (ii) Products located...
