Hitachi P42H401 Support Question
Hitachi P42H401 Support Question
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Question posted by lilgrayboy17 on April 28th, 2020
Hdmi Not Working
I go and plug my ps4 in and turn tv on and go to hdmi 1 and 2 and even used the plug in on the front of the tv and it wont show a picture what do I do
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Answer #1: Posted by Troubleshooter101 on April 28th, 2020 6:41 PM
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Sounds like an HDMI port problem. This is very common with Ps4's, especially the older ones. Sometimes you can shine a flashlight into the port and see the bent pins. If the port looks good it can also be the encoder chip on the motherboard.
Follow these steps to know how you can make it work:-
https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/464885/Why+wont+my+ps4+show+up+on+my+tv
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Answer #2: Posted by Savior91 on May 1st, 2020 12:18 PM
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Fault at its main digital board. Short circuited component/s at it. Contact any service technician; or the authorized service center. If you wish to get some details; check the site linked here. Surf the site with patience. Pull up older posts.
http://electronicshelponline.blogspot.com/
In most cases, the main board might have to be replaced. If so, a software [firmware] update too might be necessary.
Before going further; try a hard reset first. If it does not help you, replace the main digital board. There are two methods to reset TVs. The first is simple to do; a Hard Reset. The other is somewhat skilled; is a Factory Reset (System Reset). To make it a hard reset, just unplug the TV from AC mains wall socket, and re-plug it back after 15 minutes or so. If you do this by overnight is better. This procedure will make it a hard reset. If you want to make it a system reset [Factory Reset]; you have to enter its service mode option, and select the factory reset option. If you wish to get some details; visit the site linked here.
http://electronicshelponline.blogspot.com/
In most cases, the main board might have to be replaced. If so, a software [firmware] update too might be necessary.
Before going further; try a hard reset first. If it does not help you, replace the main digital board. There are two methods to reset TVs. The first is simple to do; a Hard Reset. The other is somewhat skilled; is a Factory Reset (System Reset). To make it a hard reset, just unplug the TV from AC mains wall socket, and re-plug it back after 15 minutes or so. If you do this by overnight is better. This procedure will make it a hard reset. If you want to make it a system reset [Factory Reset]; you have to enter its service mode option, and select the factory reset option. If you wish to get some details; visit the site linked here.
Related Hitachi P42H401 Manual Pages
Owners Guide - Page 1
PLASMA TELEVISION
Operating Guide for P42H401, P42H401A P50H401, P50H401A, P55H401, P42H4011 P42H4011A, P50H4011, P50H4011A and P55H4011
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-22 THE REMOTE CONTROL ...23-31 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ...32-54 USEFUL INFORMATION ...55-64 OPERATING GUIDE IN SPANISH ...65-128 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE 129-137 APPENDIXES ...138-139...
Owners Guide - Page 2
Please read it to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within an equilateral triangle, is used, use
Please fill out your HITACHI plasma television. Only use this apparatus near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is
8.
recommended safety standards for the grounding electrode. An outdoor antenna should be sure the antenna system is...
Owners Guide - Page 3
... risk of the plasma television as video-on ...company. Never connect the plasma television to very high voltages ...use the plasma television's (polarized) plug with remote control or power switch on unit.
If still images are indicated on plasma...TV stations and cable companies, as well as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by turning... television is protected by ...
Owners Guide - Page 4
...for optional
www.hitachi.us/tv
accessories.
models:
Note: Please visit our
For optional...42" model) (UX27281 50" models).
¿ Power Cord (P# EV01841).
´ Wire Clamp (50" models only)
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT
1.
Do not force the
battery into place. This plasma television product is designed for use...P42H401, P42H401A, P50H401 and P50H401A models.
Owners Guide - Page 5
... cm (4 inches)
10 cm (4 inches)
42"
50"
5 NOTES: 1. In case of the Plasma Television. Caution when moving the Television, lift the handles , then support the top frame as shown.
Also, be lifted forward using the wall mount bracket. 2. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of the Plasma TV stand as shown below . First...
Owners Guide - Page 6
... the clamp #2 will be held together with your new Plasma Television needs to be installed correctly to avoid the AC cord from disconnecting when rotating the TV on the back of the base metal.
6 AC CORD
· Clamp #2: Use this Clamp on the model size 42",50" or 55", the clamp may be different shapes...
Owners Guide - Page 7
... the 4 screws of the STAND metal from the TV, now the TV STAND can be separated from the Base. For Model P55H401 and P55H4011 CAUTION- Use with other
Wall Mount is use to separate the TV from the TV. First time use
How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television
SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 50" & 55" MODELS...
Owners Guide - Page 8
... metal. Remove these 4 screws to hold the TV STAND BASE;
NOTE:
Use the specified WALL MOUNT base for your tv.
8 Please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for the Plasma TV depending on the size of your new HITACHI Plasma Television
SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 42" MODELS
STEP (1) : Please locate the STAND...
Owners Guide - Page 9
...interference. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television
VIEWING
The best picture is recommended.
9 If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can be obtained by sitting ...directly in a different section of the VHF or UHF adapter. Plug...
Owners Guide - Page 11
...-Top-Box (STB)
mode or when the TV uses a digital input. INFO BUTTON (TV, CBL, SAT) Displays various information on
and off.
Satellite Receiver DVD - Press it a third time to record
programs.
LEGEND TV-
SOURCE ACCESS BUTTONS (TV, DVD, VCR, CBL, SAT) Changes the mode of your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is displayed.
VOLUME...
Owners Guide - Page 12
...).
ብ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to turn the Plasma Television ON/OFF. It is for your warranty card. In order to receive written notification, please complete and return your TV. NOTE:
When the "MAIN POWER" button is set TV features to your preference without using the remote.
Press again to exit the MENU mode...
Owners Guide - Page 22
... Audio/Video Devices
First time use
CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MONAURAL AUDIO...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. The "OPTICAL OUT" ...the Rear Panel on the TV Rear Panel. It does not output component and HDMI video. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the Plasma TV to the OUTPUT (AUDIO...
Owners Guide - Page 23
... how to program the remote to control your SAT). If you have a satellite receiver, use this button to program your your satellite receiver (see page 28 for instructions on how to... addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma Television , the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-boxes, satellite receivers (SAT)...
Owners Guide - Page 35
... dark scenes using the COMPONENT VIDEO Y-PBPR input jacks.
3.
MPEG NR The MPEG NR (Noise Reduction) function automatically reduces mosquito noise in the picture without degrading picture quality. This involves a process known as 3:2 pulldown. Black Side Panel The BLACK SIDE PANEL function turns the gray side bars from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi Plasma Television will...
Owners Guide - Page 41
... your ACCESS CODE NUMBER, use the factory code 7777 to its content (see page 42).
Use CANADIAN RATINGS to its content...turned on, all buttons on ratings systems used in the LOCKS menu.
2.
The code to quit the menu.
Use REGION 5 to block various types of movies and television pograms based on the Front Panel will operate for the chosen channel will block out the picture...
Owners Guide - Page 51
... to choose from a pattern mark. Use the CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ to select shaded or solid. NOTE: This feature works only for at least 10 minutes to...Use the SCREEN SAVER feature to normal viewing. Option 2 The whole picture will shift every 10 minutes by one pixel. Press the EXIT button to return to hide screen burn.
Automatic Power Saving Use this feature to the Plasma Television...
Owners Guide - Page 53
... Caption is available when Closed Caption icon is sometimes used for digital programs. This function will not work when viewing a 480p, 720p, or 1080i input via the COMPONENT: Y-PBPR or HDMI inputs . 3. Digital Captions language will turn the AUTO will not be available with this TV. 2. On-Screen Display
53 Setup
Set The Closed Captions...
Owners Guide - Page 55
... SWITCH again.
Press the POWER SWITCH (ON/OFF SWITCH) once.
2. Place your Plasma Television will become erratic or become unresponsive.
Wait 30 seconds and plug the power cord back in picture
© ©©© ©
Poor reception on vacation.
Do not use an old battery with two new "AA" size batteries.
This protective technology...
Owners Guide - Page 57
... panel surface. Do not place the plasma television in a horizontal position.
Please note that this is not a malfunction.
4 Picture Image
In some cases, residual images may cause the temperature of the television. Troubleshooting
1. A strong impact to TV start-up routine. Storage altitude: 300 to 1,114hPa (31,912ft to -2,484ft). Useful Information
57
This is caused by...
Owners Guide - Page 58
... by Hitachi America ,Ltd.
Note
This Plasma Television receiver will not occur in a residential installation. FCC Information This device complies with
Useful Information
58 Operation is subject to the ... to be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that may cause undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses and can be notified ...
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