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... CONTROL 24-40 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY USING THE RGB INPUT OF THE PLASMA TV 41-64 65-74 USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 75-83 PLASMA TELEVISION AVC (Audio Video Control Center) & Plasma Display Monitor 32HDT50 42HDT50 50HDT50 OPERATING GUIDE Video Audio Ch.
... CONTROL 24-40 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY USING THE RGB INPUT OF THE PLASMA TV 41-64 65-74 USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 75-83 PLASMA TELEVISION AVC (Audio Video Control Center) & Plasma Display Monitor 32HDT50 42HDT50 50HDT50 OPERATING GUIDE Video Audio Ch.
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... THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE. CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the AVC center/display monitor. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you promptly in the improbable event that are not expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION RISK...SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). IMPORTANT SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of AVC center and display monitor. Safety is intended to alert the user to persons. CAUTION: ...
... THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE. CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the AVC center/display monitor. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you promptly in the improbable event that are not expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION RISK...SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). IMPORTANT SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of AVC center and display monitor. Safety is intended to alert the user to persons. CAUTION: ...
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... Cleaning Cloth 32" (SPD32 P#H520441) 42" (SPD42 P#H520442) 8. This SPD42 PDP stand for use only with Hitachi 50HDT50. See important marking located on the ceiling does not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support for a maximum...3. Two IR Mouse cables (P# EY01641). 6. Speaker Accessories (42" only) (P#GM01193). 7. AVC Stand Accessories (P#QJ01081). REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. Replace with Hitachi model 32HDT50, 42HDT50 and 50HDT50. Match the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in instability causing possible injury. Two "AA...
... Cleaning Cloth 32" (SPD32 P#H520441) 42" (SPD42 P#H520442) 8. This SPD42 PDP stand for use only with Hitachi 50HDT50. See important marking located on the ceiling does not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support for a maximum...3. Two IR Mouse cables (P# EY01641). 6. Speaker Accessories (42" only) (P#GM01193). 7. AVC Stand Accessories (P#QJ01081). REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. Replace with Hitachi model 32HDT50, 42HDT50 and 50HDT50. Match the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in instability causing possible injury. Two "AA...
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FIRST TIME USE HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION To take measures to prevent the Plasma ... in a stable place. Wood screw two places 32" 42" Securing to the wall as shown below . AVC ventilation holes should be sure that is free from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be ...shown below. 10cm (4 inches) or more Stabilization bolts (Provided) Wood Screw 32" Wire Wood screw two places 50" AVC Vertical Position (Using AVC Stand) 1. Using wood screws (two) fasten the set firmly in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc....
FIRST TIME USE HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION To take measures to prevent the Plasma ... in a stable place. Wood screw two places 32" 42" Securing to the wall as shown below . AVC ventilation holes should be sure that is free from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be ...shown below. 10cm (4 inches) or more Stabilization bolts (Provided) Wood Screw 32" Wire Wood screw two places 50" AVC Vertical Position (Using AVC Stand) 1. Using wood screws (two) fasten the set firmly in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc....
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... 11 D-SUB MINI 15-Pin Cable This cable is used to connect a computer output to the subwoofer output of the Display Monitor. Consult your AVC center when A/V Network is used. Monitor Connection Cable (Provided) This cable is used to connect an external audio component input to the D-SUB... are illustrations and names of each cable. Cables can be made with an S-Video feature in front of the corresponding IR window of the AVC Center. This connection allows your TV to the antenna mixer. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable...
... 11 D-SUB MINI 15-Pin Cable This cable is used to connect a computer output to the subwoofer output of the Display Monitor. Consult your AVC center when A/V Network is used. Monitor Connection Cable (Provided) This cable is used to connect an external audio component input to the D-SUB... are illustrations and names of each cable. Cables can be made with an S-Video feature in front of the corresponding IR window of the AVC Center. This connection allows your TV to the antenna mixer. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable...
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...right corner of the monitor (lower left for 50"). Display monitor MAIN POWER is ON and AVC Center power is selected. signal). The TV's internal speakers can also be turned ON/OFF manually. NOTES: 1. 2. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate (lower left audio jack. ቪ PHONES JACK Use this area while... using the AV NET Learning Wizard. Turning on the AVC Power will only turn on the AVC box if the "MAIN POWER" of the display monitor is...
...right corner of the monitor (lower left for 50"). Display monitor MAIN POWER is ON and AVC Center power is selected. signal). The TV's internal speakers can also be turned ON/OFF manually. NOTES: 1. 2. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate (lower left audio jack. ቪ PHONES JACK Use this area while... using the AV NET Learning Wizard. Turning on the AVC Power will only turn on the AVC box if the "MAIN POWER" of the display monitor is...
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...) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the AVC Box's PB input and the components R-Y output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks, RGB and DVI...
...) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the AVC Box's PB input and the components R-Y output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks, RGB and DVI...
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...signal. ቫ To Monitor Connect the Monitor Connection Cable to the AVC center's "TO MONITOR" connector, and to the display monitor's "FROM AVC" connector. ቭ IR Blaster This jack provides IR output to these connectors ("FROM AVC"). ተ SUB-POWER button This power is for your external ...etc.). With this 15-pin D-Sub input for serviceman usage. 12 Ferrite Core Sub-woofer cable (RCA Type) ቯ To AVC Connect the Monitor Connection cable from the AVC center's "TO MONITOR" to your external devices with digital content protection (see page 22). ቩ RGB - NOTE: When...
...signal. ቫ To Monitor Connect the Monitor Connection Cable to the AVC center's "TO MONITOR" connector, and to the display monitor's "FROM AVC" connector. ቭ IR Blaster This jack provides IR output to these connectors ("FROM AVC"). ተ SUB-POWER button This power is for your external ...etc.). With this 15-pin D-Sub input for serviceman usage. 12 Ferrite Core Sub-woofer cable (RCA Type) ቯ To AVC Connect the Monitor Connection cable from the AVC center's "TO MONITOR" to your external devices with digital content protection (see page 22). ቩ RGB - NOTE: When...
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...are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. If you have a VHS or 8mm camcorder, use HITACHI specified cable. If you do not, the played back picture may be completely plugged in to the AVC Center and the display monitor, then plug them in place of SRS Labs, Inc. TO... insert the Monitor Connection Cable to the display monitor rear panel "FROM AVC" connectors. FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING PLASMA DISPLAY MONITOR TO AVC BOX 1. To AC outlet The Display Monitor and the AVC Center have a S-VHS VCR, use HITACHI specified cable. From the owner's accessory you to easily connect a camcorder...
...are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. If you have a VHS or 8mm camcorder, use HITACHI specified cable. If you do not, the played back picture may be completely plugged in to the AVC Center and the display monitor, then plug them in place of SRS Labs, Inc. TO... insert the Monitor Connection Cable to the display monitor rear panel "FROM AVC" connectors. FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING PLASMA DISPLAY MONITOR TO AVC BOX 1. To AC outlet The Display Monitor and the AVC Center have a S-VHS VCR, use HITACHI specified cable. From the owner's accessory you to easily connect a camcorder...
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... you use HITACHI specified cable. For best performance, video and audio cables should be made from the VCR or the laserdisc player. Before Operating External Video Source The input mode is changed when the VID1~VID5 button is dependent on the AVC Center below... the VID1~VID5 button as shown below . 2. Back of SRS Labs, Inc. The VIDEO label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds. 4. Rear Panel of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO...
... you use HITACHI specified cable. For best performance, video and audio cables should be made from the VCR or the laserdisc player. Before Operating External Video Source The input mode is changed when the VID1~VID5 button is dependent on the AVC Center below... the VID1~VID5 button as shown below . 2. Back of SRS Labs, Inc. The VIDEO label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds. 4. Rear Panel of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO...
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... laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to view the program from the AUDIO OUT R of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO L VIDEO L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y...L/(MONO) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. Refer to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of VCR R L V OUTPUT VCR NOTES: 1. The VIDEO...
... laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to view the program from the AUDIO OUT R of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO L VIDEO L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y...L/(MONO) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. Refer to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of VCR R L V OUTPUT VCR NOTES: 1. The VIDEO...
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...AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO) PB L/(MONO) PB L/(MONO) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI...AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. DVI is loose. 2. Connect the DVI connection cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the HDTV set top box or DVD player...
...AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO) PB L/(MONO) PB L/(MONO) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI...AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. DVI is loose. 2. Connect the DVI connection cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the HDTV set top box or DVD player...
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.../CR PB/CB Y L R Rear Panel of SRS Labs, Inc. TO MONITOR INPUT 1 R R AUDIO OUT RGB AC IN TruBass SRS and symbol are trademarks of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO L VIDEO L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO) PB ...PB L/(MONO) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to the INPUT (PR) jack. 4. See page 23 for tips on the...
.../CR PB/CB Y L R Rear Panel of SRS Labs, Inc. TO MONITOR INPUT 1 R R AUDIO OUT RGB AC IN TruBass SRS and symbol are trademarks of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO L VIDEO L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO) PB ...PB L/(MONO) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to the INPUT (PR) jack. 4. See page 23 for tips on the...
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...) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. It does not output component video, DVIHDTV or RGB. R L V S-VIDEO INPUT Optional, See page 23 VCR or other external components ...ANT A/B and INPUT2~5 only. RL INPUT To Audio Input Terminal of External Amplifier Stereo System Amplifier The MONITOR OUT terminal outputs video and audio of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/...
...) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. It does not output component video, DVIHDTV or RGB. R L V S-VIDEO INPUT Optional, See page 23 VCR or other external components ...ANT A/B and INPUT2~5 only. RL INPUT To Audio Input Terminal of External Amplifier Stereo System Amplifier The MONITOR OUT terminal outputs video and audio of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/...
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..., it allows your IR Mouse connector to control your equipment using your Hitachi remote control to control the Audio/Video equipment command without the equipment's remote control. Place the IR mouse in front of the infrared sensor of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L... to work. 3. The Plasma Television AVC Center has 2 IR BLASTER jacks. Therefore, you wish to set up to highlight the component you can access the Setup Menu Wizard again in front of an AV Network setup between your Hitachi Plasma Television and external Audio/Video equipment...
..., it allows your IR Mouse connector to control your equipment using your Hitachi remote control to control the Audio/Video equipment command without the equipment's remote control. Place the IR mouse in front of the infrared sensor of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L... to work. 3. The Plasma Television AVC Center has 2 IR BLASTER jacks. Therefore, you wish to set up to highlight the component you can access the Setup Menu Wizard again in front of an AV Network setup between your Hitachi Plasma Television and external Audio/Video equipment...
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... (mono sound), connect it is of S-VIDEO type. • When using a DVI input from a Set-Top-Box, it to the left audio jack on the AVC Center. • Refer to the operating guide of the standard video connection if your hook-up cables. • A single VCR can be labeled Y-CBCR. In...
... (mono sound), connect it is of S-VIDEO type. • When using a DVI input from a Set-Top-Box, it to the left audio jack on the AVC Center. • Refer to the operating guide of the standard video connection if your hook-up cables. • A single VCR can be labeled Y-CBCR. In...
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... 2 VID 1 PIP FREEZE VID 3 PIP CH PIP ACCESS VIDEO SWAP PIP MODE REC CLU-5723TSI REMOTE In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of the VCR and press the VCR button. To operate your set -top..., indicating that the remote will now control your set -top-box). To operate additional audio equipment, point the remote at the remote sensor of the AVC box/Display Monitor and press the TV button.
... 2 VID 1 PIP FREEZE VID 3 PIP CH PIP ACCESS VIDEO SWAP PIP MODE REC CLU-5723TSI REMOTE In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of the VCR and press the VCR button. To operate your set -top..., indicating that the remote will now control your set -top-box). To operate additional audio equipment, point the remote at the remote sensor of the AVC box/Display Monitor and press the TV button.
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... to transfer the command to follow the steps below. TV Softkeys POWER MENU Done Move Continue SEL Select SELECT EXIT No Done THUMB STICK SELECT HITACHI AV NET WIZARD (Learning) DVD2 (Custom) Video Input Audio Input No Connection No Connection Transmission Test POWER PLAY CH UP BACK Move OK SEL Select... NOTE: BACK It is very important to point the equipment's remote control directly close (about 12 inches) to the LEARNING AV NET sensor of the AVC (see pages 9-10) while trying to transfer the desired remote control button to the soft keys of your equipment to the AV NET and the...
... to transfer the command to follow the steps below. TV Softkeys POWER MENU Done Move Continue SEL Select SELECT EXIT No Done THUMB STICK SELECT HITACHI AV NET WIZARD (Learning) DVD2 (Custom) Video Input Audio Input No Connection No Connection Transmission Test POWER PLAY CH UP BACK Move OK SEL Select... NOTE: BACK It is very important to point the equipment's remote control directly close (about 12 inches) to the LEARNING AV NET sensor of the AVC (see pages 9-10) while trying to transfer the desired remote control button to the soft keys of your equipment to the AV NET and the...
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... VID5 button when sub-picture channel tuning is for each. TO MONITOR INPUT 1 R R AUDIO OUT RGB AC IN TruBass SRS and symbol are trademarks of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO... V:4, or V:5). To select between main and sub-picture tuning control (indicated by using the SWAP button. Use the SWAP button to use HITACHI specified cable. The Picture-in one of the available modes (SPLIT, POP or PIP), depending on the screen. Sound from the picture with...
... VID5 button when sub-picture channel tuning is for each. TO MONITOR INPUT 1 R R AUDIO OUT RGB AC IN TruBass SRS and symbol are trademarks of AVC Center ANT B TO CONVERTER ANT A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L L/(MONO) R AUDIO MONITOR OUT R AUDIO INPUT 4 S-VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y L/(MONO... V:4, or V:5). To select between main and sub-picture tuning control (indicated by using the SWAP button. Use the SWAP button to use HITACHI specified cable. The Picture-in one of the available modes (SPLIT, POP or PIP), depending on the screen. Sound from the picture with...
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...accept the following signal formats. Recommended Signal List Signal Mode No. USING THE RGB INPUT RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY IMPORTANT: TURN OFF THE AVC BOX, THE DISPLAY MONITOR AND THE EXTERNAL COMPONENT BEFORE CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING ANY CABLES. 1. In addition, XGA (1024 x 768) ...) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. RGB input signal. Always reset AUTO ADJUST feature when setting new display setting or when changing to an external component with an analog...
...accept the following signal formats. Recommended Signal List Signal Mode No. USING THE RGB INPUT RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY IMPORTANT: TURN OFF THE AVC BOX, THE DISPLAY MONITOR AND THE EXTERNAL COMPONENT BEFORE CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING ANY CABLES. 1. In addition, XGA (1024 x 768) ...) R AUDIO INPUT 3 IR BLASTER PR R AUDIO INPUT 2 PR R AUDIO INPUT 1 ANALOG INPUT L AUDIO DVI-HDTV L/(MONO) AUDIO Please use HITACHI specified cable. RGB input signal. Always reset AUTO ADJUST feature when setting new display setting or when changing to an external component with an analog...