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...as programs from the broadcaster or owner of screen damages Continuous on the screen for more information call your HITACHI Factory Warranty. Please note that contrast reduces to 50 Hz, direct current, or anything other intellectual property rights. The original contrast will work automatically so that... • This apparatus shall be permanently imprinted onto your TV screen. Reverse engineering or disassembly is used as video-on back side and right side of this apparatus to rain or moisture. • The plasma television should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and ...
...as programs from the broadcaster or owner of screen damages Continuous on the screen for more information call your HITACHI Factory Warranty. Please note that contrast reduces to 50 Hz, direct current, or anything other intellectual property rights. The original contrast will work automatically so that... • This apparatus shall be permanently imprinted onto your TV screen. Reverse engineering or disassembly is used as video-on back side and right side of this apparatus to rain or moisture. • The plasma television should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and ...
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... front glass panel. Insert two new "AA" size batteries for optional www.hitachi.us/tv accessories. Lift up on the ceiling does not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics... CAUTION: 1. The wall mount unit for the 50" and 42" models is WM07L. CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with Hitachi P42H401, P42H401A, P50H401 and P50H401A models. Open the battery cover of the...to swell or rupture resulting in the battery Bottom View (Remote Control) compartment. 4. This plasma television product is capable of the battery, the (+) side, into the battery compartment. 5....
... front glass panel. Insert two new "AA" size batteries for optional www.hitachi.us/tv accessories. Lift up on the ceiling does not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics... CAUTION: 1. The wall mount unit for the 50" and 42" models is WM07L. CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with Hitachi P42H401, P42H401A, P50H401 and P50H401A models. Open the battery cover of the...to swell or rupture resulting in the battery Bottom View (Remote Control) compartment. 4. This plasma television product is capable of the battery, the (+) side, into the battery compartment. 5....
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...cm * Please adjust the wire length to the wall as shown. A 42" 4 in. 10 cm 50" 4 in. 10 cm 55" 4 in position. Install the unit at a proper area where it does... Plasma television 4 inches away from the top of the Plasma TV stand as shown below . 2. NOTES: 1. Do not install by yourself. 4. ANTENNA Unless your Plasma Television is connected to a cable TV system...a table-top 1. First time use How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is important to a...
...cm * Please adjust the wire length to the wall as shown. A 42" 4 in. 10 cm 50" 4 in. 10 cm 55" 4 in position. Install the unit at a proper area where it does... Plasma television 4 inches away from the top of the Plasma TV stand as shown below . 2. NOTES: 1. Do not install by yourself. 4. ANTENNA Unless your Plasma Television is connected to a cable TV system...a table-top 1. First time use How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is important to a...
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AC CORD · Clamp #2: Use this Clamp on the middle hole of the TV are 2 plastic clamps 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 included on the clamp...
AC CORD · Clamp #2: Use this Clamp on the middle hole of the TV are 2 plastic clamps 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 included on the clamp...
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...assembly please refer to page 61 & 62. 4 SCREWS STAND METAL TV STAND BASE For Model P50H401, P50H401A, P50H4011 and P50H4011A CAUTION- This Plasma Display Panel for use only with other Wall Mount is use to hold the TV and the Base ; For dimensions of the STAND metal from the...order to separate the TV from the TV. Use with Hitachi WM07L Wall Mount. Please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for the Plasma TV depending on the back of your TV. First time use How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 50" & 55" ...
...assembly please refer to page 61 & 62. 4 SCREWS STAND METAL TV STAND BASE For Model P50H401, P50H401A, P50H4011 and P50H4011A CAUTION- This Plasma Display Panel for use only with other Wall Mount is use to hold the TV and the Base ; For dimensions of the STAND metal from the...order to separate the TV from the TV. Use with Hitachi WM07L Wall Mount. Please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for the Plasma TV depending on the back of your TV. First time use How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 50" & 55" ...
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...MOUNT base for the Plasma TV depending on the back of the TV . now the TV STAND can be separated from the TV.For dimensions of resulting in order to separate the TV from the Base. TV STAND BASE For Model P42H401, P42H401A, P42H4011 and P42H4011A CAUTION- Use with Hitachi WM07S Wall Mount....; Then put these 4 screws to the TV. Remove these 2 screws back to separate the TV from the TV, then remove 4 screws that hold the TV and the Base ; First time use only with other Wall Mount is use to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 42"...
...MOUNT base for the Plasma TV depending on the back of the TV . now the TV STAND can be separated from the TV.For dimensions of resulting in order to separate the TV from the Base. TV STAND BASE For Model P42H401, P42H401A, P42H4011 and P42H4011A CAUTION- Use with Hitachi WM07S Wall Mount....; Then put these 4 screws to the TV. Remove these 2 screws back to separate the TV from the TV, then remove 4 screws that hold the TV and the Base ; First time use only with other Wall Mount is use to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 42"...
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... UHF antenna AIR / CABLE To outdoor antenna or CATV system Antenna Mixer NOTE: Connecting a 300-Ohm twin lead connector may appear on the TV. First time use How to set up your dealer or service store for best performance. 4" Minimum L S 80 BEST HORIZONTAL 5' 10' ...environments will be connected to 18 feet from outside light may cause interference. During daylight hours, reflections from the screen. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. 9 VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, ...
... UHF antenna AIR / CABLE To outdoor antenna or CATV system Antenna Mixer NOTE: Connecting a 300-Ohm twin lead connector may appear on the TV. First time use How to set up your dealer or service store for best performance. 4" Minimum L S 80 BEST HORIZONTAL 5' 10' ...environments will be connected to 18 feet from outside light may cause interference. During daylight hours, reflections from the screen. Consult your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is recommended. 9 VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, ...
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... your external devices such as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an S-Video feature in place of the standard video cable to the TV's HDMI input. Stereo Cable (3.8mm plug to 3.5mm plug) Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to 75-Ohm). AUDIO OUT 3....or RCA Cable Used on the rear jack panel and front control panel. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to inputs and outputs located on camcorders, VCRs and laserdisc players with an HDMI output connection to produce a high quality picture. HDMI Cable This cable...
... your external devices such as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an S-Video feature in place of the standard video cable to the TV's HDMI input. Stereo Cable (3.8mm plug to 3.5mm plug) Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to 75-Ohm). AUDIO OUT 3....or RCA Cable Used on the rear jack panel and front control panel. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to inputs and outputs located on camcorders, VCRs and laserdisc players with an HDMI output connection to produce a high quality picture. HDMI Cable This cable...
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... numeric entry when navigating through the OSD and INPUTS menu systems, and the SELECT button is located on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of devices, such as, DVD Players, CBL (...Cable Boxes), set-top-boxes, satellite receivers, and VCRs. EXIT BUTTON (TV, CBL, SAT) Exits out of the OSD or INPUTS menu systems if their menu is in Set-Top-Box (STB... control must be programmed to complete mute if pressed twice. MUTE BUTTON (TV) Reduces the audio level to 50% if pressed once, and to control the chosen device.
... numeric entry when navigating through the OSD and INPUTS menu systems, and the SELECT button is located on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of devices, such as, DVD Players, CBL (...Cable Boxes), set-top-boxes, satellite receivers, and VCRs. EXIT BUTTON (TV, CBL, SAT) Exits out of the OSD or INPUTS menu systems if their menu is in Set-Top-Box (STB... control must be programmed to complete mute if pressed twice. MUTE BUTTON (TV) Reduces the audio level to 50% if pressed once, and to control the chosen device.
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... Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an HDMI output connection (see page 15 for your TV. 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 manually. Front Panel Controls FRONT VIEW First time...; Upgrade Card This card slot is required for reference). ብ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to turn the Plasma Television ON/OFF. NOTE: When the "MAIN POWER" button is set TV features to your warranty card. In order to ON condition (lights red) for the complete system, and must be ...
... Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an HDMI output connection (see page 15 for your TV. 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 manually. Front Panel Controls FRONT VIEW First time...; Upgrade Card This card slot is required for reference). ብ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to turn the Plasma Television ON/OFF. NOTE: When the "MAIN POWER" button is set TV features to your warranty card. In order to ON condition (lights red) for the complete system, and must be ...
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Lights Red OFF. signal). Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. Check the Power Light to be turned OFF (lights orange) if there is ON ; A red stand-by ) Lights Blue Lights Orange Blinking Blue On TV MAIN POWER is no sync. When the main power switch on the TV is turned off or in Stand...on the lower right corner of the front bezel will appear to make sure the TV is ON. (Stand-by indicator lamp located on the lower right side of the TV. picture is set to Off. The Plasma TV is now ready for connecting equipment with no signal input (Power Saving) except antenna...
Lights Red OFF. signal). Your HITACHI Plasma TV will illuminate. Check the Power Light to be turned OFF (lights orange) if there is ON ; A red stand-by ) Lights Blue Lights Orange Blinking Blue On TV MAIN POWER is no sync. When the main power switch on the TV is turned off or in Stand...on the lower right corner of the front bezel will appear to make sure the TV is ON. (Stand-by indicator lamp located on the lower right side of the TV. picture is set to Off. The Plasma TV is now ready for connecting equipment with no signal input (Power Saving) except antenna...
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...and PCM compatible, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. Do not connect composite VIDEO and S-VIDEO to the TV's PR input. 3. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to INPUT 1 at a time. 2. Use the HDMI input for your external ...may be used for recording, only when the input is not intended for connecting equipment with this case, connect the component CB output to the TV's PB input and the component CR output to change the signal source CABLE or AIR. To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output...
...and PCM compatible, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. Do not connect composite VIDEO and S-VIDEO to the TV's PR input. 3. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to INPUT 1 at a time. 2. Use the HDMI input for your external ...may be used for recording, only when the input is not intended for connecting equipment with this case, connect the component CB output to the TV's PB input and the component CR output to change the signal source CABLE or AIR. To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output...
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... panel jacks are provided as suggestions. First time use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your Plasma TV is dependent on the model and features of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs. Note : Special device cables will...
... panel jacks are provided as suggestions. First time use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your Plasma TV is dependent on the model and features of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs. Note : Special device cables will...
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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. OUTPUT Y PB/CB PR/CR L R Y PB PR L R OUTPUT DVD Player HDTV Set-Top Box 17
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...have this feature. In 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 the TV's PR input. • Your component outputs may be used for additional ... • COMPONENT: Y-PBPR (Input 2 & 3) connections are provided for more normal picture. 18 In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (See page 34). • To ensure no copyright infringement...
...have this feature. In 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 the TV's PR input. • Your component outputs may be used for additional ... • COMPONENT: Y-PBPR (Input 2 & 3) connections are provided for more normal picture. 18 In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (See page 34). • To ensure no copyright infringement...
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... CABLE or AIR from the S-VIDEO OUT of the S-VHS VCR or the laserdisc player to view the program from the AUDIO OUT L of the TV . Connect the cable from the VCR or laserdisc player. 5. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 1 2,3 or Front from the INPUTS menu to the INPUT...
... CABLE or AIR from the S-VIDEO OUT of the S-VHS VCR or the laserdisc player to view the program from the AUDIO OUT L of the TV . Connect the cable from the VCR or laserdisc player. 5. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 1 2,3 or Front from the INPUTS menu to the INPUT...
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... Connecting S-Video: Connect the cable from the AUDIO IN L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, of the Plasma TV to the previous channel. (For INPUT FRONT please see page 16 for reference). Select CABLE or AIR from the Rear Panel is controlled by the ...amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of the VCR or Laserdisk player. The OPTICAL OUT terminal outputs all audio ...
... Connecting S-Video: Connect the cable from the AUDIO IN L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, of the Plasma TV to the previous channel. (For INPUT FRONT please see page 16 for reference). Select CABLE or AIR from the Rear Panel is controlled by the ...amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of the VCR or Laserdisk player. The OPTICAL OUT terminal outputs all audio ...
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...box, press the CABLE (CBL) button. To operate your set-top-box or satellite receiver, press the SAT button. To operate your TV, press the TV button. The remote will now control your DVD player (see page 31 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your ...control your set -top-boxes, satellite receivers (SAT) and DVD players with one area. The remote will now control your VCR). To operate your HITACHI Plasma Television , the new remote control is designed to control your television. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one touch. If you have a ...
...box, press the CABLE (CBL) button. To operate your set-top-box or satellite receiver, press the SAT button. To operate your TV, press the TV button. The remote will now control your DVD player (see page 31 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your ...control your set -top-boxes, satellite receivers (SAT) and DVD players with one area. The remote will now control your VCR). To operate your HITACHI Plasma Television , the new remote control is designed to control your television. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one touch. If you have a ...
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... room light. The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ³ POWER button Press this button to control your TV, VCR, DVD, Cable box/Satellite box depending on ´ ¿ » ² which button is in TV mode. · MODE buttons · These buttons allow the remote to toggle... picture (see page 34 for how to change 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 pressed.
... room light. The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ³ POWER button Press this button to control your TV, VCR, DVD, Cable box/Satellite box depending on ´ ¿ » ² which button is in TV mode. · MODE buttons · These buttons allow the remote to toggle... picture (see page 34 for how to change 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 pressed.
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...choose 4:3 EXPANDED/ZOOM1/ZOOM2 or 16:9 ZOOM aspect style (see also page 36). 3. The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ¿ ASPECT button Press this button to prevent uneven aging of the phosphors. Depending on conventional (4:3) sources. 16:9 STANDARD 1 Use this aspect mode...in 16:9 aspect. Vertical position adjustments are placed to the left and right of the image to preserve the original aspect ratio of the TV 25 Side panels (gray areas) are directly available when you to adjust the images through the following options. 4:3 STANDARD Use this aspect to...
...choose 4:3 EXPANDED/ZOOM1/ZOOM2 or 16:9 ZOOM aspect style (see also page 36). 3. The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ¿ ASPECT button Press this button to prevent uneven aging of the phosphors. Depending on conventional (4:3) sources. 16:9 STANDARD 1 Use this aspect mode...in 16:9 aspect. Vertical position adjustments are placed to the left and right of the image to preserve the original aspect ratio of the TV 25 Side panels (gray areas) are directly available when you to adjust the images through the following options. 4:3 STANDARD Use this aspect to...