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... maintain compliance with the instructions, may require the use of a set-top box. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for more than 2.5 minutes, protection function will display television closed captioning, ( or ), in accordance with remote control or power switch on , the user is not a malfunction but...
... maintain compliance with the instructions, may require the use of a set-top box. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for more than 2.5 minutes, protection function will display television closed captioning, ( or ), in accordance with remote control or power switch on , the user is not a malfunction but...
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... all cords and cables connected to the flat panel display so that they cannot be mounted to the manufacturer's recommendations. • Flat Panel displays that are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to walls with furniture and television sets. • Don't place flat panel displays on furniture that can easily be used as steps, such as UL, CSA, ETL). • Follow all enclosed instructions for proper use of...
... all cords and cables connected to the flat panel display so that they cannot be mounted to the manufacturer's recommendations. • Flat Panel displays that are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to walls with furniture and television sets. • Don't place flat panel displays on furniture that can easily be used as steps, such as UL, CSA, ETL). • Follow all enclosed instructions for proper use of...
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.... Auto Sync. Switch between Home and Retail Mode Energy Saving Settings: Selecting HOME will decrease energy consumption. Certain features and functionality provided in increased energy use , are described below: Energy Savings Initial Settings: HOME mode will increase energy consumption. For Low room brightness it will increase energy consumption. TV Guide On Screen™ System. FIRST TIME USE Energy Saving Features Congratulations on contrast mode setting. Set to continuosly update channel and program listing...
.... Auto Sync. Switch between Home and Retail Mode Energy Saving Settings: Selecting HOME will decrease energy consumption. Certain features and functionality provided in increased energy use , are described below: Energy Savings Initial Settings: HOME mode will increase energy consumption. For Low room brightness it will increase energy consumption. TV Guide On Screen™ System. FIRST TIME USE Energy Saving Features Congratulations on contrast mode setting. Set to continuosly update channel and program listing...
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... reference. This plasma television product is not going to be used and new batteries in the device. • Replace all the batteries in the battery compartment. 4. Insert two new "AAA" size batteries for P50X902 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-4 FIRST TIME USE 5-17 THE REMOTE CONTROL 18-32 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 33-49 USEFUL INFORMATION 50-57 LIMITED WARRANTY 58 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE .......... 59-65...
... reference. This plasma television product is not going to be used and new batteries in the device. • Replace all the batteries in the battery compartment. 4. Insert two new "AAA" size batteries for P50X902 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-4 FIRST TIME USE 5-17 THE REMOTE CONTROL 18-32 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 33-49 USEFUL INFORMATION 50-57 LIMITED WARRANTY 58 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE .......... 59-65...
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... Off Lights Red Lights Blue Lights Orange Blinking Blue Power Status Operating OFF OFF (Stand-by mode (lights red) when not in use. • Remote Control cannot turn the TV ON, press the Power switch ( ). signal) When TV receives the IR signal from a Digital Camera, to ON condition (lights red) for the complete system. PHOTO INPUT/UPGRADE CARD To view digital still pictures, insert a SD card into the card slot with this button to receive written notification, please complete and return your remote at this side HDMI input for...
... Off Lights Red Lights Blue Lights Orange Blinking Blue Power Status Operating OFF OFF (Stand-by mode (lights red) when not in use. • Remote Control cannot turn the TV ON, press the Power switch ( ). signal) When TV receives the IR signal from a Digital Camera, to ON condition (lights red) for the complete system. PHOTO INPUT/UPGRADE CARD To view digital still pictures, insert a SD card into the card slot with this button to receive written notification, please complete and return your remote at this side HDMI input for...
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... channel viewed. Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Button (TV) Press to access the program guide of the TV. Television DVD- Cable Box NOTE • The TV's remote control sensor is designed to change input mode. Power On/Off (TV, DVD, PVR/VCR, SAT/CBL, AVR) Press this button when the remote is used to switch between your TV. Energy Save Button (TV) Press this button to switch the selected device On or Off standby. (-) Dash/Sleep Button (TV, SAT/CBL, PVR/VCR, DVD) Press this button to set -top-boxes...
... channel viewed. Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Button (TV) Press to access the program guide of the TV. Television DVD- Cable Box NOTE • The TV's remote control sensor is designed to change input mode. Power On/Off (TV, DVD, PVR/VCR, SAT/CBL, AVR) Press this button when the remote is used to switch between your TV. Energy Save Button (TV) Press this button to switch the selected device On or Off standby. (-) Dash/Sleep Button (TV, SAT/CBL, PVR/VCR, DVD) Press this button to set -top-boxes...
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.... 2. Using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable is free from an outdoor antenna, connect the VHF or UHF antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF adapter. Connect the power cord to your new Hitachi Plasma Television Set. 1. Connect the power cord to the antenna mixer. Press the POWER button on the Remote Control or the POWER switch on the Remote Control will light Red (Standby mode) and with the cable tie (see page 7) . Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on /off (Stand-By mode). Consult your Plasma Television...
.... 2. Using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable is free from an outdoor antenna, connect the VHF or UHF antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF adapter. Connect the power cord to your new Hitachi Plasma Television Set. 1. Connect the power cord to the antenna mixer. Press the POWER button on the Remote Control or the POWER switch on the Remote Control will light Red (Standby mode) and with the cable tie (see page 7) . Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on /off (Stand-By mode). Consult your Plasma Television...
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... TV Setup Wizard to select Air, Cable(1) or Cable(2). 4. Press the SELECT button on the remote control. If No is intended for home use. The First time you a customized list of the programs on a weekly basis and channels available in different areas. RETAIL mode uses more energy and is broadcast on different channels in your area. When the TV Setup Wizard appears on-screen, start the Auto Channel Scan. Do you turn...
... TV Setup Wizard to select Air, Cable(1) or Cable(2). 4. Press the SELECT button on the remote control. If No is intended for home use. The First time you a customized list of the programs on a weekly basis and channels available in different areas. RETAIL mode uses more energy and is broadcast on different channels in your area. When the TV Setup Wizard appears on-screen, start the Auto Channel Scan. Do you turn...
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... Plasma TV is necessary for the audio connection). Then press the SELECT button or the CURSOR to white, etc. • When making video connections, connect S-Video only or Video only. If you to easily connect a camcorder, DVD, Video Game and a VCR as shown in the following examples. (When connecting S-VIDEO signal it will need to modify them 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 jacks are often color-coded...
... Plasma TV is necessary for the audio connection). Then press the SELECT button or the CURSOR to white, etc. • When making video connections, connect S-Video only or Video only. If you to easily connect a camcorder, DVD, Video Game and a VCR as shown in the following examples. (When connecting S-VIDEO signal it will need to modify them 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 jacks are often color-coded...
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...(White) (Red) Home video game system CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of the Plasma TV to the Optical input of uncompressed video to rear panel jacks. Connect an optical cable from the INPUTS menu. 17 TV REAR PANEL Optical cable OPTICAL IN STEREO SYSTEM AMPLIFIER NOTES • Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to a display. • The connected digital output device controls the HDMI interface so proper set top box or DVD player to the last channel viewed, select CABLE or AIR from the Optical out to an external...
...(White) (Red) Home video game system CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of the Plasma TV to the Optical input of uncompressed video to rear panel jacks. Connect an optical cable from the INPUTS menu. 17 TV REAR PANEL Optical cable OPTICAL IN STEREO SYSTEM AMPLIFIER NOTES • Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to a display. • The connected digital output device controls the HDMI interface so proper set top box or DVD player to the last channel viewed, select CABLE or AIR from the Optical out to an external...
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... Program Information Program Run Time DIGITAL CHANNELS Digital Closed Caption (only when available) Digital Channel Show Name 3:00PM- 3:30PM REGION 5 Multi DTvCC TV-G D 1080i Air 15-1 KPBS-HD 3:17PM Main Picture Source & Channel Indication Broadcast Channel Indication Clock Audio Broadcast Alternate Broadcast Picture Format Rating Rating Program Description (Press INFO again for numeric entries. For TV mode only, press to Set the Sleep Timer from 30 minutes to INPUT 2 480p Y-PBPR: 2 3:17PM Input signal format Auto MENU button The MENU button will display...
... Program Information Program Run Time DIGITAL CHANNELS Digital Closed Caption (only when available) Digital Channel Show Name 3:00PM- 3:30PM REGION 5 Multi DTvCC TV-G D 1080i Air 15-1 KPBS-HD 3:17PM Main Picture Source & Channel Indication Broadcast Channel Indication Clock Audio Broadcast Alternate Broadcast Picture Format Rating Rating Program Description (Press INFO again for numeric entries. For TV mode only, press to Set the Sleep Timer from 30 minutes to INPUT 2 480p Y-PBPR: 2 3:17PM Input signal format Auto MENU button The MENU button will display...
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... button Press the PAUSE button to choose HDMI 2 Input. HDMI 2 Select to freeze the picture. PHOTO INPUT S elect to access your TV DAY/NIGHT button Press this button to next page). 21 REMOTE CONTROL How to Use the Remote to Control your pictures from a SD Flash memory card connected to the Photo Input card slot in the side panel of the Plasma TV. (For more details about Photo Input refer to toggle between Air or Cable signal. Use...
... button Press the PAUSE button to choose HDMI 2 Input. HDMI 2 Select to freeze the picture. PHOTO INPUT S elect to access your TV DAY/NIGHT button Press this button to next page). 21 REMOTE CONTROL How to Use the Remote to Control your pictures from a SD Flash memory card connected to the Photo Input card slot in the side panel of the Plasma TV. (For more details about Photo Input refer to toggle between Air or Cable signal. Use...
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Picture-In Picture (PIP) Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates one program at right to view VCR program as a sub picture while viewing another program as main picture (CABLE/AIR Digital channel). Please refer to cycle through the three different modes. • SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and subpicture evenly on the screen. Air or Cable signal TV REAR PANEL DVD player VVCCRR CamOcUoTrdPeUrT VIDEO L R (Yellow) (White) (Red) Home video game system REMOTE CONTROL Main Picture Sub Picture • POP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE POP Mode ...
Picture-In Picture (PIP) Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates one program at right to view VCR program as a sub picture while viewing another program as main picture (CABLE/AIR Digital channel). Please refer to cycle through the three different modes. • SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and subpicture evenly on the screen. Air or Cable signal TV REAR PANEL DVD player VVCCRR CamOcUoTrdPeUrT VIDEO L R (Yellow) (White) (Red) Home video game system REMOTE CONTROL Main Picture Sub Picture • POP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE POP Mode ...
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Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Select Video Air Picture Mode Dynamic White Level 100% Black Level 50% Color 50% OR Tint 0 Sharpness 50% Color Temperature High Light Sensor Off Black Enhancement High Move SEL Select Picture Mode Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture. Press MENU to return to highlight and select PICTURE MODE settings (Dynamic, Day or Night). 2. Sharpness Use this function to choose from automatic...
Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Select Video Air Picture Mode Dynamic White Level 100% Black Level 50% Color 50% OR Tint 0 Sharpness 50% Color Temperature High Light Sensor Off Black Enhancement High Move SEL Select Picture Mode Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture. Press MENU to return to highlight and select PICTURE MODE settings (Dynamic, Day or Night). 2. Sharpness Use this function to choose from automatic...
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... in cable(1) mode, set cable source to navigate the Channel List. 2. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Channel Manager Select CHANNEL MANAGER to set or remove the FAVORITE settings. 5. Press CURSOR PAD , to work with compatible cable and satellite TV systems, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players and other digital television system connections. Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks + Timers Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Select Channel Manager Signal Meter OR Auto Channel Scan Channel List Move SEL Select Signal Meter Select SIGNAL METER when using compatible...
... in cable(1) mode, set cable source to navigate the Channel List. 2. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Channel Manager Select CHANNEL MANAGER to set or remove the FAVORITE settings. 5. Press CURSOR PAD , to work with compatible cable and satellite TV systems, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players and other digital television system connections. Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks + Timers Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Select Channel Manager Signal Meter OR Auto Channel Scan Channel List Move SEL Select Signal Meter Select SIGNAL METER when using compatible...
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...-SCREEN DISPLAY Setup Auto Sync. Analog Captions: Set CAPTIONS for INPUT 1, 2, 3 and HDMI 1, 2, 3. Auto TV Off Use this TV. • Caption Display will turn your choices. Set The Closed Captions Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of the six video inputs. This feature is now reset and will not work when viewing a 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i or 1080p input via the COMPONENT: Y-PBPR or HDMI inputs . • Closed Caption and Digital Captions availability and content depends on the TV screen. Press any of a television program...
...-SCREEN DISPLAY Setup Auto Sync. Analog Captions: Set CAPTIONS for INPUT 1, 2, 3 and HDMI 1, 2, 3. Auto TV Off Use this TV. • Caption Display will turn your choices. Set The Closed Captions Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of the six video inputs. This feature is now reset and will not work when viewing a 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i or 1080p input via the COMPONENT: Y-PBPR or HDMI inputs . • Closed Caption and Digital Captions availability and content depends on the TV screen. Press any of a television program...
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... remote control to the TV IR Receiver is set to ON. When the Plasma TV is switched off the indicating light. Press the CURSOR PAD ▲ or ▼ to operate 38KHz frequency remote control signals thru the IR Out Terminal. NOTE RETAIL Mode is turned Off . Setup Set The IR Out This feature allows the customer to hide and operate external home theater components (VCR, DVD player or cable box) by using a flash card...
... remote control to the TV IR Receiver is set to ON. When the Plasma TV is switched off the indicating light. Press the CURSOR PAD ▲ or ▼ to operate 38KHz frequency remote control signals thru the IR Out Terminal. NOTE RETAIL Mode is turned Off . Setup Set The IR Out This feature allows the customer to hide and operate external home theater components (VCR, DVD player or cable box) by using a flash card...
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... the HDMI device menu (of the error OSD. If problem remains, please try alternate HDMI input on TV. • Unplug and re-plug HDMI connection while TV and HDMI source device are powered on . • Normally, if Power switch is On, the Stand By LED will be set to PCM option. • Change Digital Output selection. • As an option, use audio optical output from the unit. • Check the volume level. • Check if the MUTE button...
... the HDMI device menu (of the error OSD. If problem remains, please try alternate HDMI input on TV. • Unplug and re-plug HDMI connection while TV and HDMI source device are powered on . • Normally, if Power switch is On, the Stand By LED will be set to PCM option. • Change Digital Output selection. • As an option, use audio optical output from the unit. • Check the volume level. • Check if the MUTE button...
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... repair a defect, error or bug in "as HITACHI may terminate this Agreement. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT OR ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ANY DIFFERENT OR SUPPLEMENTARY LICENSE THAT MAY ACCOMPANY SUCH UPGRADE, (A) DO NOT USE ANY HITACHIPROVIDED FLASH CARD OR OTHER MEDIA, (B) DO NOT PERFORM INSTALL ANY HITACHI-PROVIDED UPGRADE SOFTWARE...
... repair a defect, error or bug in "as HITACHI may terminate this Agreement. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT OR ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ANY DIFFERENT OR SUPPLEMENTARY LICENSE THAT MAY ACCOMPANY SUCH UPGRADE, (A) DO NOT USE ANY HITACHIPROVIDED FLASH CARD OR OTHER MEDIA, (B) DO NOT PERFORM INSTALL ANY HITACHI-PROVIDED UPGRADE SOFTWARE...
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... P Perfect Volume 39 Photo Input 22 Picture Mode 35 Picture-in-Picture 23 Power Swivel 10, 49 R Remote Control Functions 18-24, 29, 30 Operating AV equipment 25-28 Programming Codes 31-32 Installing Batteries 6 S Screen Saver 46 Setup 46 Sharpness 35 Smooth Motion Demonstration 38 Speakers Connecting External Speakers 39 Internal 39 Specifications 54, 56 Surround 39 T Timers 45 Tint 35 Treble 39 Troubleshooting 50-51 TV Guide On Screen 40 V Video Settings 35-38 W White Balance...
... P Perfect Volume 39 Photo Input 22 Picture Mode 35 Picture-in-Picture 23 Power Swivel 10, 49 R Remote Control Functions 18-24, 29, 30 Operating AV equipment 25-28 Programming Codes 31-32 Installing Batteries 6 S Screen Saver 46 Setup 46 Sharpness 35 Smooth Motion Demonstration 38 Speakers Connecting External Speakers 39 Internal 39 Specifications 54, 56 Surround 39 T Timers 45 Tint 35 Treble 39 Troubleshooting 50-51 TV Guide On Screen 40 V Video Settings 35-38 W White Balance...