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...attention to the proper operation of the lead-in any ventilation openings. Important Safety Instructions SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI LCD TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from ... used as shipped meet Energy Star requirements. Do not install near water. 6. Do not defeat the safety purpose of Hitachi LCD televisions. Protect the power cord from tip-over. 13. Only use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to provide some protection against voltage ...
...attention to the proper operation of the lead-in any ventilation openings. Important Safety Instructions SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI LCD TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from ... used as shipped meet Energy Star requirements. Do not install near water. 6. Do not defeat the safety purpose of Hitachi LCD televisions. Protect the power cord from tip-over. 13. Only use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to provide some protection against voltage ...
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... is not going to be used for future reference. HL02567) "AAA" Size Batteries (2) Power Cord Operating Guide NEED MORE INFO ON THE DTV TRANSITION? See page 40 in this may...Easy Graphic Guide UltraVision® LCD Flat Panel HDTV Operating Guide for important information related to the (+) and (-) marks in the device at : www.hitachi.us/tv CAUTION • Ceiling mounting is...Record the model name and serial number of your LCD Television for an extended period of 45 degrees from vertical. • Please see page 8 for L42S503 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-5 FIRST TIME USE ...6-17...
... is not going to be used for future reference. HL02567) "AAA" Size Batteries (2) Power Cord Operating Guide NEED MORE INFO ON THE DTV TRANSITION? See page 40 in this may...Easy Graphic Guide UltraVision® LCD Flat Panel HDTV Operating Guide for important information related to the (+) and (-) marks in the device at : www.hitachi.us/tv CAUTION • Ceiling mounting is...Record the model name and serial number of your LCD Television for an extended period of 45 degrees from vertical. • Please see page 8 for L42S503 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-5 FIRST TIME USE ...6-17...
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...and insert the Base to the LCD TV. 2. Power Cord Installation The Power cord provided with the accessories to the bottom of the TV there is moved it should be held by a blanket, foam, cloth, etc. If so, drapes or screens can become excessively hot, for example, in . 42" 10 cm. 7 Do not... sides/back of the Television, and 30 cm (12 inches) from the top of an abnormal symptom, unplug the AC cord and contact 800-HITACHI. • If you purchased a wall mount bracket, please ask for professional installation. Blocking the ventilation holes might cause overheating and damage. •...
...and insert the Base to the LCD TV. 2. Power Cord Installation The Power cord provided with the accessories to the bottom of the TV there is moved it should be held by a blanket, foam, cloth, etc. If so, drapes or screens can become excessively hot, for example, in . 42" 10 cm. 7 Do not... sides/back of the Television, and 30 cm (12 inches) from the top of an abnormal symptom, unplug the AC cord and contact 800-HITACHI. • If you purchased a wall mount bracket, please ask for professional installation. Blocking the ventilation holes might cause overheating and damage. •...
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...(see page 14 for reference). A red stand-by ) Operating When the LCD TV is plugged to access the INPUT menu. Indicating Lamp Lights Red Lights Blue Quickly Blinking Red Slowly Blinks Red Power Status OFF (Stand-by) ON ON ON (Stand-by indicator lamp located on...MENU system. POWER light indicator To turn ON the LCD TV. TV Power is selected. NOTES • Your HITACHI LCD TV will resume after the input signal is powering OFF. Side Panel Jacks & Controls FRONT VIEW FIRST TIME USE R/C Sensor POWER Indicating Lamp POWER button This power button is for turning ON the LCD TV, in the...
...(see page 14 for reference). A red stand-by ) Operating When the LCD TV is plugged to access the INPUT menu. Indicating Lamp Lights Red Lights Blue Quickly Blinking Red Slowly Blinks Red Power Status OFF (Stand-by) ON ON ON (Stand-by indicator lamp located on...MENU system. POWER light indicator To turn ON the LCD TV. TV Power is selected. NOTES • Your HITACHI LCD TV will resume after the input signal is powering OFF. Side Panel Jacks & Controls FRONT VIEW FIRST TIME USE R/C Sensor POWER Indicating Lamp POWER button This power button is for turning ON the LCD TV, in the...
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... sensor for a complete description of all of the functions on the screen, in case this key is pressed, in the following sequence. Power On/Off (TV, DVD, PVR/VCR, SAT/CBL, AVR) Press this button to switch the selected device On or Off standby. (-) Dash/Sleep Button...up or down (-) to decrease the audio level of your Hitachi LCD TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of devices, such as a SELECT feature. Energy Save Button (TV) Press this button to change picture size. Picture Mode (TV) Picture mode can be programmed to control the chosen device. ...
... sensor for a complete description of all of the functions on the screen, in case this key is pressed, in the following sequence. Power On/Off (TV, DVD, PVR/VCR, SAT/CBL, AVR) Press this button to switch the selected device On or Off standby. (-) Dash/Sleep Button...up or down (-) to decrease the audio level of your Hitachi LCD TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of devices, such as a SELECT feature. Energy Save Button (TV) Press this button to change picture size. Picture Mode (TV) Picture mode can be programmed to control the chosen device. ...
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CONNECT YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD TV TO THE POWER SOURCE a). then light blue (image displays). Connect the power cord to power on the Side Control Panel to the AC wall outlet . 3. Press the POWER button on the Remote Control or the POWER button on /off the LCD TV. Please make sure that is free... your dealer or service store for best performance. VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV) When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may cause interference. The Indicating Lamp will not operate. POWER ON/OFF YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD TV.
CONNECT YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD TV TO THE POWER SOURCE a). then light blue (image displays). Connect the power cord to power on the Side Control Panel to the AC wall outlet . 3. Press the POWER button on the Remote Control or the POWER button on /off the LCD TV. Please make sure that is free... your dealer or service store for best performance. VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV) When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may cause interference. The Indicating Lamp will not operate. POWER ON/OFF YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD TV.
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...sixth step is the scanning process of your TV On Screen Menu. If you prefer. The... to find the channels available in your Hitachi LCD TV the setup wizard screen will select only...scan. FIRST TIME USE TV Setup Wizard Your Hitachi LCD television has a TV Setup Wizard feature which ... that you wish to your TV, turn on your TV and find the channels available ...the remote control. Setup Wizard (4/7) Please select TV RF tuning band ... The scanning process will first... Guide. • After completing the TV Setup Wizard, these screens will not be...TV setup is to set the language of the...
...sixth step is the scanning process of your TV On Screen Menu. If you prefer. The... to find the channels available in your Hitachi LCD TV the setup wizard screen will select only...scan. FIRST TIME USE TV Setup Wizard Your Hitachi LCD television has a TV Setup Wizard feature which ... that you wish to your TV, turn on your TV and find the channels available ...the remote control. Setup Wizard (4/7) Please select TV RF tuning band ... The scanning process will first... Guide. • After completing the TV Setup Wizard, these screens will not be...TV setup is to set the language of the...
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... buttons to enter one area. LAST CHANNEL button Press this button to turn the sound off . The TV mode indicator will now control your device. The Remote Control 8 POWER button Press this button to toggle between the current and last channel viewed. Press the MUTE button to ...the CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons to enter Digital Channels that the remote will blink, indicating that have subchannel numbers indicated by pressing the TV button on your HITACHI LCD TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, cable boxes, set on how to program the remote...
... buttons to enter one area. LAST CHANNEL button Press this button to turn the sound off . The TV mode indicator will now control your device. The Remote Control 8 POWER button Press this button to toggle between the current and last channel viewed. Press the MUTE button to ...the CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons to enter Digital Channels that the remote will blink, indicating that have subchannel numbers indicated by pressing the TV button on your HITACHI LCD TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, cable boxes, set on how to program the remote...
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... in SAT/CBL mode. MENU button The MENU button will display automatically when MUTE is on and Closed Caption is turned on. TV 1. TV Watch TV from an Air or Cable signal. 1. Component2 Select to select. Press the CURSOR Pad toward desired direction and press the SELECT ... second audio program (SAP), the time, and CHANNEL ID. VIDEO INPUTS INFO HDMI Main Picture Source No Program Title. When the TV power is turned off . Program Information 3:00PM- 3:30PM 1080i 3:17PM TV-G Multi Clock Broadcast Rating Audio Broadcast Program Picture Format Run Time 0.
... in SAT/CBL mode. MENU button The MENU button will display automatically when MUTE is on and Closed Caption is turned on. TV 1. TV Watch TV from an Air or Cable signal. 1. Component2 Select to select. Press the CURSOR Pad toward desired direction and press the SELECT ... second audio program (SAP), the time, and CHANNEL ID. VIDEO INPUTS INFO HDMI Main Picture Source No Program Title. When the TV power is turned off . Program Information 3:00PM- 3:30PM 1080i 3:17PM TV-G Multi Clock Broadcast Rating Audio Broadcast Program Picture Format Run Time 0.
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...adjustment when playing video games.(see page 30 for a more brightness and contrast to compete with your TV E.SAVE (ENERGY SAVE) button Use this button to choose power consumption reduction settings based on the remote control. Select Standard for day time viewing with more detailed... changes). 8 Device Control buttons These buttons can control external devices (i.e. Select Custom for viewing with Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) through the TV and HDMI connection ; Select Movie for viewing with room light. FAV CH > Favorite Channel List Ch 6-1 XETV-DT Ch 10-1 KGTV...
...adjustment when playing video games.(see page 30 for a more brightness and contrast to compete with your TV E.SAVE (ENERGY SAVE) button Use this button to choose power consumption reduction settings based on the remote control. Select Standard for day time viewing with more detailed... changes). 8 Device Control buttons These buttons can control external devices (i.e. Select Custom for viewing with Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) through the TV and HDMI connection ; Select Movie for viewing with room light. FAV CH > Favorite Channel List Ch 6-1 XETV-DT Ch 10-1 KGTV...
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...will flash 3 times if the code was accepted. 666 Aim the remote at the cable box and press the POWER button. The remote will now control the desired device. Repeat the same procedure for your set -top-boxes, satellite... as shown on the remote and enter the four digit preset code that your AV Component. SETUP EXAMPLE (Hitachi Cable Box with precode 0003) 111 Turn ON your Cable box. 222 Select Cable mode by pressing the ...must first program the remote to factory default place remote control in TV mode, then press and hold TV mode key and enter "9", "8", "1" in sequence.
...will flash 3 times if the code was accepted. 666 Aim the remote at the cable box and press the POWER button. The remote will now control the desired device. Repeat the same procedure for your set -top-boxes, satellite... as shown on the remote and enter the four digit preset code that your AV Component. SETUP EXAMPLE (Hitachi Cable Box with precode 0003) 111 Turn ON your Cable box. 222 Select Cable mode by pressing the ...must first program the remote to factory default place remote control in TV mode, then press and hold TV mode key and enter "9", "8", "1" in sequence.
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...of the Cable Box for operation of the buttons exclusively for operating the TV : -P. Mode -CC -Input -Aspect -Vol Up & Down -Mute -E. Save 23 PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes : -Power -Cursor & Select -Number PAD -Menu -Info -Enter -Exit -Channel... Up & Down -Dash (-) -Guide -Last CH -Fav CH -Play, Stop, Pause, RWD, FWD, Skip FWD, Skip RWD, Record. -Color Buttons EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for the...
...of the Cable Box for operation of the buttons exclusively for operating the TV : -P. Mode -CC -Input -Aspect -Vol Up & Down -Mute -E. Save 23 PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes : -Power -Cursor & Select -Number PAD -Menu -Info -Enter -Exit -Channel... Up & Down -Dash (-) -Guide -Last CH -Fav CH -Play, Stop, Pause, RWD, FWD, Skip FWD, Skip RWD, Record. -Color Buttons EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for the...
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...the chosen precoded DVD codes : -Power -Menu -Cursor & -Number PAD -Info -Channel Up & Down -Play, Stop, Pause, RWD, FWD, Skip FWD, Skip FWD Select -Exit -Record -Dash -Enter Guide EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV : -P. PRECODED VCR/PVR buttons ...These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR/PVR codes : -Power -Cursor & Select -Enter -Menu -Channel Up & Down -Exit -Number PAD -...
...the chosen precoded DVD codes : -Power -Menu -Cursor & -Number PAD -Info -Channel Up & Down -Play, Stop, Pause, RWD, FWD, Skip FWD, Skip FWD Select -Exit -Record -Dash -Enter Guide EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV : -P. PRECODED VCR/PVR buttons ...These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR/PVR codes : -Power -Cursor & Select -Enter -Menu -Channel Up & Down -Exit -Number PAD -...
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Mode -CC -Aspect -E.Save -Info REMOTE CONTROL 25 PRECODED AVR buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded AVR codes : -Power -Cursor & Select -Vol Up & Down -Menu -Exit -Input -Enter -Channel Up & Down -Number PAD -Record -Mute -Play, Pause, Stop, RWD, Skip RWD, FWD, Skip FWD, EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for the AVR. How to Use the Remote to Control your AV Equipment AVR Device Button MY AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER (AVR) CODE IS NOTE Refer to the instruction manual of the AVR for operation of the buttons exclusively for operating the TV : -P.
Mode -CC -Aspect -E.Save -Info REMOTE CONTROL 25 PRECODED AVR buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded AVR codes : -Power -Cursor & Select -Vol Up & Down -Menu -Exit -Input -Enter -Channel Up & Down -Number PAD -Record -Mute -Play, Pause, Stop, RWD, Skip RWD, FWD, Skip FWD, EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for the AVR. How to Use the Remote to Control your AV Equipment AVR Device Button MY AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER (AVR) CODE IS NOTE Refer to the instruction manual of the AVR for operation of the buttons exclusively for operating the TV : -P.
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... to display ANALOG dialogue/text. Feature to display DIGITAL dialogue/text. Adjust the balance. Select Optical Output options. Set the password for Digital channels. Select Power Consumption Savings options. Set Auto Channel Scan. NOTE The Signal Strength feature of programs. Feature to be closer in level between three Audio Sources (Stereo...
... to display ANALOG dialogue/text. Feature to display DIGITAL dialogue/text. Adjust the balance. Select Optical Output options. Set the password for Digital channels. Select Power Consumption Savings options. Set Auto Channel Scan. NOTE The Signal Strength feature of programs. Feature to be closer in level between three Audio Sources (Stereo...
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... Controls Closed Captions Digital Captions English Off Off Service1 Move SEL Select Return EXIT Exit 1. Use the CURSOR ► to set your LCD TV. Press the MENU key to enter the password. Video Audio Setup Channels Time Mode Time Zone Daylight Savings Year Month Date Time Auto...regulating the TIMERS. Set Password 1. This will automatically calculate the clock adjustment for Daylight Saving. • The TV counts electrical pulses for the on the Side Panel, except the Power button will be set to 4 hours. 1. Use the NUMBER buttons to return. If you forget your Password,...
... Controls Closed Captions Digital Captions English Off Off Service1 Move SEL Select Return EXIT Exit 1. Use the CURSOR ► to set your LCD TV. Press the MENU key to enter the password. Video Audio Setup Channels Time Mode Time Zone Daylight Savings Year Month Date Time Auto...regulating the TIMERS. Set Password 1. This will automatically calculate the clock adjustment for Daylight Saving. • The TV counts electrical pulses for the on the Side Panel, except the Power button will be set to 4 hours. 1. Use the NUMBER buttons to return. If you forget your Password,...
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...program you are viewing. Energy Options Use this feature to select your Hitachi LCD TV. Press the CURSOR PAD ► to save energy. Auto TV Off This function turns Off the TV when no remote control signal is on 3 levels (Min., Medium and...Options Analog Captions CC1 Energy Options Move SEL Select Return EXIT Exit Video Audio Picture Energy Saving Min Auto TV off . Picture Energy Saving This function allows you to set font, size, color and background style of... Return EXIT Exit 1. Press the CURSOR PAD ▲ or ▼ to choose power consumption reduction based on .
...program you are viewing. Energy Options Use this feature to select your Hitachi LCD TV. Press the CURSOR PAD ► to save energy. Auto TV Off This function turns Off the TV when no remote control signal is on 3 levels (Min., Medium and...Options Analog Captions CC1 Energy Options Move SEL Select Return EXIT Exit Video Audio Picture Energy Saving Min Auto TV off . Picture Energy Saving This function allows you to set font, size, color and background style of... Return EXIT Exit 1. Press the CURSOR PAD ▲ or ▼ to choose power consumption reduction based on .
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... the screen to direct sunlight for a long period of a service technician. TV will not turn Off. Wait 30 seconds and plug the power cord back in a high humidity place or getting it wet. For your LCD Television. Place your service technician. Excessive heat or moisture may cause damage to...your LCD Television away from any input terminals or the TV channel does not show picture. • Check if the cable is connected correctly and firmly. • Check if the power of time, for 15 minutes then the TV will not be solved with the suggested procedures, contact 800-HITACHI. Do...
... the screen to direct sunlight for a long period of a service technician. TV will not turn Off. Wait 30 seconds and plug the power cord back in a high humidity place or getting it wet. For your LCD Television. Place your service technician. Excessive heat or moisture may cause damage to...your LCD Television away from any input terminals or the TV channel does not show picture. • Check if the cable is connected correctly and firmly. • Check if the power of time, for 15 minutes then the TV will not be solved with the suggested procedures, contact 800-HITACHI. Do...
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... Off No picture The indicating lamp → Blue Some screen display aspects cannot be set to 1080i. 42 Toggle through them with new ones. • Remove all obstructions from TV Optical Out when using HDMI devices Picture flickers during playback. • Unplug and re-plug HDMI connection while...these kinds of electrical devices away from the source switching delay itself • Check or ensure Sleep Timer settings are powered on the remote control. It's not an indicator of a TV malfunction. • If HDMI source is HD capable, ensure it's output is set to PCM option. • ...
... Off No picture The indicating lamp → Blue Some screen display aspects cannot be set to 1080i. 42 Toggle through them with new ones. • Remove all obstructions from TV Optical Out when using HDMI devices Picture flickers during playback. • Unplug and re-plug HDMI connection while...these kinds of electrical devices away from the source switching delay itself • Check or ensure Sleep Timer settings are powered on the remote control. It's not an indicator of a TV malfunction. • If HDMI source is HD capable, ensure it's output is set to PCM option. • ...
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... 470mVrms • HDMI 19 PIN) 44 W+28 Ultra Band W+29 - 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 HDTV Televisions display HDTV ...8226; Dynamic/Standard/Movie/Custom/Game Picture Memories • 3 Preset Color Temperatures • Game Mode Video: • 1920 x 1080p Display Resolution L42S503 • Wide Viewing Angle • Color Temperature Presets: High, Standard and Medium. • Multiple Screen Fill Modes: (Auto/4:3/16:9/Zoom 1/ ...
... 470mVrms • HDMI 19 PIN) 44 W+28 Ultra Band W+29 - 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 HDTV Televisions display HDTV ...8226; Dynamic/Standard/Movie/Custom/Game Picture Memories • 3 Preset Color Temperatures • Game Mode Video: • 1920 x 1080p Display Resolution L42S503 • Wide Viewing Angle • Color Temperature Presets: High, Standard and Medium. • Multiple Screen Fill Modes: (Auto/4:3/16:9/Zoom 1/ ...