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... will work automatically so that are NOT COVERED by turning power Off/On with a protective earthing connection. For product recycling and disposal information, contact your HITACHI Factory Warranty. Insert the power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that this can be fully inserted to... improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by U.S. Use of the video program material. Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for more information call your TV screen. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. 3
... will work automatically so that are NOT COVERED by turning power Off/On with a protective earthing connection. For product recycling and disposal information, contact your HITACHI Factory Warranty. Insert the power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that this can be fully inserted to... improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by U.S. Use of the video program material. Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for more information call your TV screen. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. 3
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..." models only) First time use of the remote control by pushing down and sliding the back cover off. 2. CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with Hitachi P42H401, P42H401A, P50H401 and P50H401A models. models: Note: Please visit our For optional accessories, please access our web site at: website for the 55..." models is WM07S and for optional www.hitachi.us/tv accessories. The wall mount unit for the 50" and 42" models is WM07L. Mounting the panel on tab to the (+) and (-) marks in...
..." models only) First time use of the remote control by pushing down and sliding the back cover off. 2. CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with Hitachi P42H401, P42H401A, P50H401 and P50H401A models. models: Note: Please visit our For optional accessories, please access our web site at: website for the 55..." models is WM07S and for optional www.hitachi.us/tv accessories. The wall mount unit for the 50" and 42" models is WM07L. Mounting the panel on tab to the (+) and (-) marks in...
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First time use How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from the ...screws (two) fasten the set . Using commercially available wood screws, secure the set failure, do not place the TV where temperatures can become excessively hot, for model P55H401 and P55H4011 is not included (Optional). Wire Wood screw two ...symptom, unplug the AC cord. 3. Whenever the unit is moved it is free from the top of the Plasma TV stand as shown below . 2. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of the Plasma Television....
First time use How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from the ...screws (two) fasten the set . Using commercially available wood screws, secure the set failure, do not place the TV where temperatures can become excessively hot, for model P55H401 and P55H4011 is not included (Optional). Wire Wood screw two ...symptom, unplug the AC cord. 3. Whenever the unit is moved it is free from the top of the Plasma TV stand as shown below . 2. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of the Plasma Television....
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... clamp to tighten the AC cord to the TV. · The AC cord and the signal cables can all be held together with your new HITACHI Plasma Television AC CORD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION The AC cord... provided with Clamp #2. » Depend on the model size 42",50" or 55", the clamp may be different shapes. then pull the clamp to tighten the AC cord to the TV.... ³ Clamp #1 : Pass the AC cord through Clamp #1 and connect it to the TV. First time use How to set up your new Plasma Television needs to be installed correctly to ...
... clamp to tighten the AC cord to the TV. · The AC cord and the signal cables can all be held together with your new HITACHI Plasma Television AC CORD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION The AC cord... provided with Clamp #2. » Depend on the model size 42",50" or 55", the clamp may be different shapes. then pull the clamp to tighten the AC cord to the TV.... ³ Clamp #1 : Pass the AC cord through Clamp #1 and connect it to the TV. First time use How to set up your new Plasma Television needs to be installed correctly to ...
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...with other Wall Mount is capable of the TV . Please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for the Plasma TV depending on the back of resulting in instability causing possible injury. First time use How to set up your tv. 7 STAND METAL STEP (2): Please remove ...causing possible injury. This Plasma Display Panel for use only with Hitachi WM07L Wall Mount. so it needs to separate the TV from the TV. This Plasma Display Panel for use to page 61 & 62. 4 SCREWS STAND METAL TV STAND BASE For Model P50H401, P50H401A, P50H4011 and P50H4011A CAUTION-...
...with other Wall Mount is capable of the TV . Please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for the Plasma TV depending on the back of resulting in instability causing possible injury. First time use How to set up your tv. 7 STAND METAL STEP (2): Please remove ...causing possible injury. This Plasma Display Panel for use only with Hitachi WM07L Wall Mount. so it needs to separate the TV from the TV. This Plasma Display Panel for use to page 61 & 62. 4 SCREWS STAND METAL TV STAND BASE For Model P50H401, P50H401A, P50H4011 and P50H4011A CAUTION-...
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... screws to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 42" MODELS STEP (1) : Please locate the STAND METAL on the size of resulting in order to hold the TV STAND BASE; TV STAND BASE For Model P42H401, P42H401A, P42H4011 and P42H4011A CAUTION- NOTE: Use ...the specified WALL MOUNT base for your TV. Please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for the Plasma TV depending on the back of the TV . How to separate the TV...
... screws to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 42" MODELS STEP (1) : Please locate the STAND METAL on the size of resulting in order to hold the TV STAND BASE; TV STAND BASE For Model P42H401, P42H401A, P42H4011 and P42H4011A CAUTION- NOTE: Use ...the specified WALL MOUNT base for your TV. Please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for the Plasma TV depending on the back of the TV . How to separate the TV...
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... the viewing area. R 4" Minimum If the TV's audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi system's external speakers, the best audio performance will require some experimentation with speaker placement for the antenna mixer. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended.... 80 BEST HORIZONTAL 5' 10' 15' 20' VIEWING ANGLE 80 S ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV) When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from outside light may cause interference. When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected Attach an optional antenna ...
... the viewing area. R 4" Minimum If the TV's audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi system's external speakers, the best audio performance will require some experimentation with speaker placement for the antenna mixer. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended.... 80 BEST HORIZONTAL 5' 10' 15' 20' VIEWING ANGLE 80 S ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV) When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from outside light may cause interference. When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected Attach an optional antenna ...
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... cable is used on the television's rear jack panel and front control panel. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna jack on the rear jack panel and front control panel. AUDIO OUT 3.8mm STEREO MINI-PLUG 2 RCA TYPE PLUGS 10 S-Video (Super... with an Optical Audio In jack. Stereo Cable (3.8mm plug to 3.5mm plug) Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to the TV's HDMI input. Cables can be made with an HDMI output connection to inputs and outputs located on the television. Phono or RCA Cable Used on...
... cable is used on the television's rear jack panel and front control panel. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna jack on the rear jack panel and front control panel. AUDIO OUT 3.8mm STEREO MINI-PLUG 2 RCA TYPE PLUGS 10 S-Video (Super... with an Optical Audio In jack. Stereo Cable (3.8mm plug to 3.5mm plug) Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to the TV's HDMI input. Cables can be made with an HDMI output connection to inputs and outputs located on the television. Phono or RCA Cable Used on...
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...selected device on the screen. NUMERIC BUTTONS (TV, DVD, CBL, SAT, VCR) Used to enter/access Favorite Channel (FAV) mode. EXIT BUTTON (TV, CBL, SAT) Exits out of the OSD or INPUTS menu systems if their menu is located on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to record... programs. LEGEND TV- FAVORITE CHANNEL (FAV CH) button (TV) Press to manually enter the TV channel, and used for numeric entry when navigating through the OSD and INPUTS ...
...selected device on the screen. NUMERIC BUTTONS (TV, DVD, CBL, SAT, VCR) Used to enter/access Favorite Channel (FAV) mode. EXIT BUTTON (TV, CBL, SAT) Exits out of the OSD or INPUTS menu systems if their menu is located on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to record... programs. LEGEND TV- FAVORITE CHANNEL (FAV CH) button (TV) Press to manually enter the TV channel, and used for numeric entry when navigating through the OSD and INPUTS ...
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... ቨ POWER button Television MAIN POWER button This power button is required for stand-by mode. Hitachi will notify you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set to OFF or the TV is unplugged, the clock will be turned ON/OFF by mode. ባ MENU/SELECT button This...button is for future software upgrades. The volume level will stop and may eventually reset itself. ቩ Upgrade Card This card slot is set TV features to your TV. Front Panel Controls FRONT VIEW First time use PUSH TO OPEN CONTROL DOOR UPGRADE CARD (SERVICE USE ONLY) PUSH EJECT ቩ ቤ...
... ቨ POWER button Television MAIN POWER button This power button is required for stand-by mode. Hitachi will notify you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set to OFF or the TV is unplugged, the clock will be turned ON/OFF by mode. ባ MENU/SELECT button This...button is for future software upgrades. The volume level will stop and may eventually reset itself. ቩ Upgrade Card This card slot is set TV features to your TV. Front Panel Controls FRONT VIEW First time use PUSH TO OPEN CONTROL DOOR UPGRADE CARD (SERVICE USE ONLY) PUSH EJECT ቩ ቤ...
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... ON/OFF operation. ቪ Indicating Lamp ቫ R/C sensor Indicating Lamp Power Status Operating Off OFF. signal). Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. Off TV MAIN POWER is no sync. Check the Power Light to make sure the TV is ON ; Lights Red OFF. NOTES: 1. When the main power switch on the... A red stand-by indicator lamp located on the lower right side of the front bezel will appear to Off. The Plasma TV is now ready for connecting equipment with no signal input (Power Saving) except antenna (no video input when INPUT : 1, 2, 3, Front or HDMI : 1, 2, ...
... ON/OFF operation. ቪ Indicating Lamp ቫ R/C sensor Indicating Lamp Power Status Operating Off OFF. signal). Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. Off TV MAIN POWER is no sync. Check the Power Light to make sure the TV is ON ; Lights Red OFF. NOTES: 1. When the main power switch on the... A red stand-by indicator lamp located on the lower right side of the front bezel will appear to Off. The Plasma TV is now ready for connecting equipment with no signal input (Power Saving) except antenna (no video input when INPUT : 1, 2, 3, Front or HDMI : 1, 2, ...
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... 1. Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the component CB output to the TV's PB input and the component CR output to the TV's PR input. 3. HDMI enables the secure distribution of these inputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. HDMI, the HDMI logo... under license from the source all digital interface for connecting equipment with this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to the TV's PR input. 4. NOTE: 1. Use the HDMI input for your external devices such as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc players,...
... 1. Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the component CB output to the TV's PB input and the component CR output to the TV's PR input. 3. HDMI enables the secure distribution of these inputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. HDMI, the HDMI logo... under license from the source all digital interface for connecting equipment with this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to the TV's PR input. 4. NOTE: 1. Use the HDMI input for your external devices such as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc players,...
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... be made from coaxial shielded wire. However, you may be abnormal. Use the CURSOR PAD (̆ and ̄) to select the Input of your Plasma TV is dependent on the model and features of each component for the location of the INPUT terminals, then press the INPUTS button to accommodate your...
... be made from coaxial shielded wire. However, you may be abnormal. Use the CURSOR PAD (̆ and ̄) to select the Input of your Plasma TV is dependent on the model and features of each component for the location of the INPUT terminals, then press the INPUTS button to accommodate your...
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OUTPUT Y PB/CB PR/CR L R Y PB PR L R OUTPUT DVD Player HDTV Set-Top Box 17 First time use Rear Panel Connections Outside Antenna or Cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR #2 S-VIDEO V L R INPUT Optional VCR #1 ANT OUTPUT IN S-VIDEO V L R Optional HDMI to HDMI HDMI OUTPUT HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY DVI to HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY NOTE: Cables are optional, except when specified.
OUTPUT Y PB/CB PR/CR L R Y PB PR L R OUTPUT DVD Player HDTV Set-Top Box 17 First time use Rear Panel Connections Outside Antenna or Cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR #2 S-VIDEO V L R INPUT Optional VCR #1 ANT OUTPUT IN S-VIDEO V L R Optional HDMI to HDMI HDMI OUTPUT HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY DVI to HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY NOTE: Cables are optional, except when specified.
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...high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. Refer to your device has this case, connect the components CB output to the TV's PB input and the components CR output to the TV's PR input. • It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-...signal. • When HDMI input a 1080p signal, it is recommended that have this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to the TV's PR input. • Your component outputs may be distorted on the television. 2. Video signals fed through a VCR may be ...
...high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. Refer to your device has this case, connect the components CB output to the TV's PB input and the components CR output to the TV's PR input. • It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-...signal. • When HDMI input a 1080p signal, it is recommended that have this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to the TV's PR input. • Your component outputs may be distorted on the television. 2. Video signals fed through a VCR may be ...
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... device to the Y/VIDEO input jack of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the right. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the TV . Cable or Air signal 5. First time use Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A VIDEO AND STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT1 ~ INPUT-FRONT 1. Cable or Air signal...
... device to the Y/VIDEO input jack of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the right. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the TV . Cable or Air signal 5. First time use Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A VIDEO AND STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT1 ~ INPUT-FRONT 1. Cable or Air signal...
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... the VCR or the laserdisc player. 4. If both are connected, S-Video takes priority. 22 Connect the cable from the AUDIO IN R of the Plasma TV to an external audio amplifier, connect the system as shown on the Rear Panel on the right. 2. The Volume of the VCR or the laserdisc...outputs video and audio of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, of a separate Stereo System Amplifier as shown on the TV Rear Panel. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack. 3. Connecting External Audio...
... the VCR or the laserdisc player. 4. If both are connected, S-Video takes priority. 22 Connect the cable from the AUDIO IN R of the Plasma TV to an external audio amplifier, connect the system as shown on the Rear Panel on the right. 2. The Volume of the VCR or the laserdisc...outputs video and audio of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, of a separate Stereo System Amplifier as shown on the TV Rear Panel. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack. 3. Connecting External Audio...
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... Remote Control The Remote Control In addition to controlling all the functions on your TV, press the TV button. To operate 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) and DVD players with one area. The...
... Remote Control The Remote Control In addition to controlling all the functions on your TV, press the TV button. To operate 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) and DVD players with one area. The...
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... button to toggle between each of these modes. ¶ ¾ » DAY/NIGHT button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when ³ the remote is in TV mode. · MODE buttons · These buttons allow the remote to compete with more detailed picture (see page 34 for... mode settings, see page 48. 24 Select NIGHT for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more brightness and contrast to control your TV, VCR, DVD, Cable box/Satellite box depending on ´ ¿ » ² which button is pressed.
... button to toggle between each of these modes. ¶ ¾ » DAY/NIGHT button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when ³ the remote is in TV mode. · MODE buttons · These buttons allow the remote to compete with more detailed picture (see page 34 for... mode settings, see page 48. 24 Select NIGHT for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more brightness and contrast to control your TV, VCR, DVD, Cable box/Satellite box depending on ´ ¿ » ² which button is pressed.
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...720p/1080i Input IMA G E INPUT 1 2 Note: Please see also page 36). 3. The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ¿ ASPECT button Press this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images. Note: Use this aspect mode to zoom in all video inputs have independent ...ZOOM1/ZOOM2 Use these aspect modes to display 16:9 sources like HDTV and DVD's preserving the original 16:9 aspect ratio showing 100% of the TV 25 Vertical position adjustments are placed to the left and right of the image to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Side panels (...
...720p/1080i Input IMA G E INPUT 1 2 Note: Please see also page 36). 3. The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ¿ ASPECT button Press this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images. Note: Use this aspect mode to zoom in all video inputs have independent ...ZOOM1/ZOOM2 Use these aspect modes to display 16:9 sources like HDTV and DVD's preserving the original 16:9 aspect ratio showing 100% of the TV 25 Vertical position adjustments are placed to the left and right of the image to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Side panels (...