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Page 2 - Important Safety Instructions; HITACHI; to alert the user to the presence of; READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT; Televisions are designed to comply with the; CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,; CAUTION; RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

Important Safety Instructions SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUTYOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality,performance, and ease of service of HITACHI plasma televisions. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design ofthese units. To help you operate these pro...

Page 4 - Accessories; First time use; Power Cord; Simple Remote

4 Accessories First time use Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. / Power Cord Remote Control Two “AA” size,1.5V batteries 2 IR Blaster Cables Table Top Stand(42” models only) For U.S. models: For optional accessories, please access our web ...

Page 5 - TV stand as shown below.; How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television; Please adjust the wire length to avoid; Wire; secured

B A (a) Power Swivel NOT USED (b) Power Swivel USED A B 4 in. 12 in. 10 cm 30 cm 4 in. 16 in. 10 cm 39 cm 42" 55" 5 Securing to a table-top 1. Using wood screws (two) fasten the set to theclamping screw holes on the rear of the Plasma TV stand as shown below. 2. Using commercially available ...

Page 6 - How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television; SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING

First time use How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING STEP (1) : Please locate the STAND PLATE metal on the back of the TV . This metal is use to hold the TV and the Base ; so it needsto be remove in order to separate the TV from the Base. STAND PLATE METAL STEP (...

Page 7 - VIEWING; When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect; CATV; VIEWING ANGLE

7 First time use How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front ofthe TV and about 10 to 18 feet from the screen. During daylight hours, reflections from outside lightmay appear on the screen. If so, drapes or screenscan be used to redu...

Page 8 - television’s rear jack panel and side control panel.; output connection to the TV’s; HDMI; panel and side control panel.; Blaster; Hook-up Cables and Connectors

8 First time use 300-Ohm Twin Lead This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to anantenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm). Phono Used on all standard video and audio cables whichconnect to inputs and outputs located on the television’s rear jack panel and side control panel. “F” Type 75-Ohm Coaxial A...

Page 9 - Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and Functions; Television; PVR; Video Recorder/Player; CBL –; Cable Box; DVD –; Digital Video Disc Player; STB –; Audio Amplifier

9 Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and Functions First time use In addition to controlling all of the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed tooperate different types of devices, such as, DVD Players, CBL (Cable Boxes), set-top-boxes, satellite receivers, and V...

Page 10 - FRONT VIEW; 햺 햹; SIDE POWER button; Front/Side Panel Controls

10 Firmly bind the cables. Thread the square hole with the band. Hook the bandto the claw. REAR/SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW IR OUT G-LINK/IR OUT 햲 햺 햹 햸 햴 햻 햵햳 햶 햷 햸 The Main Powerbutton is located onthe broadsidebottom, under thelabel “MAINPOWER”. 햲 SIDE POWER button Press this button to turn the Plasma T...

Page 11 - REMOTE CONTROL sensor; this; POWER light indicator; Remote Control can not turn ON/OFF the “MAIN POWER” of the TV.; PHOTO INPUT

11 First time use 햺 REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this area when selectingchannels, adjusting volume, etc. 햺 LEARNING AV NET sensor Point your equipment’s remote control at this areawhile using the AV NET Learning Wizard. 햻 SIDE INPUT JACKS (for IN PUT : 5) INPUT 5 provide Y-PBPR jacks ...

Page 12 - Rear Panel Connections; Antenna Input; signal to Input 3,4 and 5, and HDMI inputs will not; S-VIDEO Inputs 1 and 2; logo and High-Definition; Inputs; or; IR; will allow you; For Special AV control use only.

12 Rear Panel Connections First time use 햲 Antenna Input To switch between Cable and Air input, go to theChannel Manager option to change the signalsource CABLE or AIR. 햳 Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4 By using the INPUTS button, the CURSOR PAD ( and ), and the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD of the r...

Page 13 - Upgrade Card; Connects to the Power Swivel Table Top Stand.; CableCARD Slot; A digital cable subscription is required.; OR

13 Rear Panel Connections First time use 햽 Upgrade Card This card slot is for future software upgrades.Hitachi will notify you if a software upgrade isrequired for your TV. In order to receive writtennotification, please complete and return yourwarranty card. 햾 To Power Swivel Connector Connects to ...

Page 14 - played back picture may be abnormal.; Connecting External Video Sources; Note : Special device cables will be; Wrap once the USB cable

14 First time use The LEFT SIDE panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder , DVD, VideoGame, VCR and a Digital Camera as shown in the following examples: NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to left side panel jacks. If you do not...

Page 15 - Before Operating External Video Source; INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR PAD; DVI to HDMI; Right Side Panel; need to connect the audio output into the Left Side Input jacks) :

15 First time use The RIGHT SIDE panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect HDMI or DVI signalsfrom a DVD, Set Top Box , Video Game as shown in the following examples (When connecting DVI signal it will NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to...

Page 17 - Tips on Rear Panel Connections; TV’s PB input and the components CR output to the TV’s PR input.; INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATION:; distorted on the television.

17 First time use Tips on Rear Panel Connections • S-VIDEO, Y - P B PR, or HDMI connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has thisfeature. • If your device has only...

Page 18 - ) but note that a VCR cannot record

18 First time use VCR or Laserdisc Player OUTPUT Back of VCR or Laserdisc Player S-VIDEO R L V Back of VCR OUTPUT VCR CONNECTING A VIDEO AND STEREO AUDIOSOURCE TO INPUT1 – INPUT5 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT(VIDEO) jack, as shown on the Rear...

Page 19 - HDMI input; Completely insert the connection cord

19 First time use HDTV Set-Top-Box orDVD Player DIGITAL OUTPUT Back of HDTV Set-Top-Box orDVD Player HDMICable or L R OUTPUT DIGITAL OUTPUT DVI to HDMI Cable or or P B P R HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player Back of HDTV Set-Top-Box orDVD Player HDMI input DVI to HDMI Input CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE ...

Page 20 - Connect the cable from the PB/CB OUT or B-; Connecting External Audio/Video Devices

OUTPUT DVD Player OR Back ofDVD Player OUTPUT L R Y P B P R HDTV Set-Top Box P R /C R P B /C B Y VIDEO L R AUDIO CONNECTING A COMPONENT AND STEREOAUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 3 , 4 or 5 : Y-P B P R . 1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of theLaserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box tothe INPUT (Y) jack, as...

Page 21 - does not output component and HDMI video.; NOTE

21 Stereo System Amplifier VCR or other external components INPUT S-VIDEO R L V Optional Back of VCR OUTPUT VCR AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT OPTICAL IN Stereo System Amplifier or DVD Player CONNECTING A VIDEO AND M O NAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 1 ~ INPUT 5 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of theVCR o...

Page 22 - Follow the Setup procedure on pages 68-75.

Connecting External Video Sources Your HITACHI Plasma Television is equipped with an AV Network feature. This feature helps to control your external Audio/Video equipment (VCR, Set Top Box, DVD, etc.). Once this is setup, it allows your IR Blastercable to control your equipment using your HITACHI Pl...

Page 23 - CONNECTING THE CABLE BOX/VCR TO G-LINK FOR TV GUIDE ON SCREEN; SYSTEM; G-LINK connections are available on both IR OUT terminals.; Follow the Setup procedure on pages 53-55.

23 Your HITACHI Plasma Television is equipped with a G-LINK feature. This connection is necessary for the TVGuide On Screen TM system to work with your cable box to receive program listings and to enable VCR recording features. Once you setup the G-LINK (IR Blaster) connector, then you can use your ...

Page 24 - Connecting External Video Sources; When using IEEE1394 connections, you

Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITHDIGITAL INTERFACE CAPABILITY TO IEEE1394TERMINALS. 1. Connect the IEEE1394 cable from the output of thecomponent with IEEE1394 capability, such as aDigital VCR or AVHD (External Hard Drive) DigitalRecorder, to the IEEE1394 input ter...

Page 25 - VCR (see page 39 for instructions on how to; AUTOMATIC MODE; The Remote Control

The Remote Contr ol 25 In addition to controlling all the functions on yourHITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control isdesigned to operate different types of VCRs, CATV(Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellitereceiver, DVD players, and other audio/videoequipment with one touch. Basic operation k...

Page 26 - POWER button; Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when; MODE Indicator; Turns on or blinks to show remote control mode.; Press these buttons to select remote control mode.; PAUSE button; How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV; Freeze

The Remote Contr ol 햲 POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 25 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TVmode.) 햳 MODE Indicator Turns on or blinks to show remote control mode. 햴 SOURCE ACCESS ( or ) buttons Press these butt...

Page 27 - ASPECT button; Use this aspect mode to display 16:9 sources like; this is normal operation of the TV.

27 The Remote Contr ol How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV 16:9 STANDARD 2 Use this aspect mode to display 16:9 sources likeHDTV and DVD’s preserving the original 16:9aspect ratio showing 100% of the size. ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depend...

Page 28 - and contrast for amore detailed picture (see page 47; DIGITAL CHANNELS; ANALOG CHANNELS

The Remote Contr ol 햸 DAY/NIGHT button Press this button to toggle between Day(Normal),Day(Dynamic) and Night picture mode settings. Select Day modes for day time viewing with more brightness and contrast to compete with room light.Select Night for nighttime viewing with less brightness and contrast...

Page 29 - The maximum number of digital Photos that can be displayed is 999.

29 The Remote Contr ol 1. Press the INPUTS button to cycle through theINPUTS selections until the PHOTO INPUT isselected. Press the SELECT button orCURSOR PAD . 2. Press the CURSOR PAD or to access the next or previous photo. 3. Press the SELECT button to viewTHUMBNAIL. 4. Use the CURSOR PAD buttons...

Page 30 - ROTATE

The Remote Contr ol ROTATE Select this menu item to rotate selected photoseither clockwise (CURSOR PAD ) and counterclockwise (CURSOR PAD ). SLIDESHOW Select this menu item to start a slideshow of thedigital photos. While the Interval sub menu ishighlighted, press the SELECT button to cyclethrough t...

Page 31 - When an IEEE1394 device is not connected; Press INPUT button, CURSOR PAD and SELECT

31 The Remote Contr ol How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV When an IEEE1394 device is not connected When an IEEE1394 device is connected 1. Press INPUT button, CURSOR PAD and SELECT button to select IEEE 1394. 2. Use CURSOR PAD to select connected device (example D-VHS1). 3. Use CURSOR PAD curs...

Page 32 - BACKLIGHT button; The Remote Contr

헁 LAST CHANNEL (LAST CH) button Press this button to toggle between the current andlast channel viewed. 헂 VOLUME (VOL) WHEEL, MUTE button Use the VOL WHEEL ( or ) until you obtain the desired sound level. To reduce the sound to one half of normal volume(SOFT MUTE) to answer the telephone, etc., pres...

Page 33 - PIP button; Main Picture

33 + - 햲 햳 Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates one Tunertechnology designed for improved viewing enjoyment.This feature allows you to view Digital Channels andVideo inputs on both the main picture and sub picturesimultaneously, with separate control.When a Digital channel is viewed in the main pictu...

Page 34 - PIP

Picture-In-Picture (PIP) PIP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Select CABLE/AIR or INPUT 1~5 from the INPUTS menu. Select a channel that has a 1080i/720p signal.To prevent a pattern burn, occasionally move the sub-picture using the CURSOR PAD. Main Picture Sub Picture SW AP PIP S pecifications Table Digital C...

Page 35 - The default FREEZE mode is the MAIN; Hot Springs Clay Mask

35 햳 PAUSE button If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press thePAUSE button. This is convenient when trying towrite down the address for a mail order company,recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. Toreturn the picture to motion, press the EXITbutton. Press the PAUSE button repeatedly tot...

Page 36 - PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons; These buttons are for operating the TV.; MY CABLE BOX CODE IS:; The Remote Control for Cable Box Functions

36 Operating the precoded function for your cablebox. This remote is designed to operate different types ofcable boxes. You must first program the remote tomatch the remote system of your cable box (refer to pages 42-43 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your cable box. 2. Aim the remote control at the fron...

Page 37 - EXCLUSIVE TV buttons; The Remote Control for Set-Top-Box/Satellite Receiver Functions

37 Operating the precoded function for your set-top-box/satellite receiver. This remote is designed to operate different types ofset-top-box/satellite systems. You must first programthe remote to match the remote system of your set- top-box/satellite systems (refer to pages 42-43 for pre- codes). 1....

Page 38 - PRECODED DVD Buttons; MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS:; The Remote Control for DVD Functions

Operating the precoded function for your DVDplayer. This remote is designed to operate different types ofDVD players. You must first program the remote tomatch the remote system of your DVD player (refer to pages 42-43 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your DVD player. 2. Aim the remote control at the fron...

Page 39 - PRECODED VCR/PVR Buttons; The Remote for VCR/PVR Functions

39 Operating the precoded function for yourVCR/PVR (Personal Video Recorder). This remote is designed to operate different types ofVCRs/PVRs. You must first program the remote tomatch the remote system of your VCR/PVR (refer to pages 42-43 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your VCR/PVR. 2. Aim the remote c...

Page 40 - PRECODED AUDIO Buttons; The Remote Control for Additional Audio Equipment

The Remote Contr ol Operating the precoded function for your Audiocomponent. This remote is designed to operate different types ofAudio component. You must first program the remoteto match the remote system of your Audio component (refer to pages 42-43 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your Audio component...

Page 41 - INPUT ACCESS; matches your device as shown on pages 42-43.; How to Use the ENT Button

41 INPUT ACCESS This optional feature allows the user of the remotecontrol to setup it’s ENTER (ENT) button to access thespecified input of the TV. Setup for this feature isapplicable to the remote control’s normal mode onlyand only applies to the DVD, CBL, STB, PVR and AMPmodes. 1. Select the desir...

Page 42 - Remote Control Codes

The Remote Contr ol Remote Control Codes VCR BRAND ..................CODE ABS ..................................1972Admiral ....................0048, 0209Adventura .........................0000Aiko....................................0278Aiwa ..............0000, 0037, 0307Akai ..............0041, 006...

Page 44 - The Simple Remote Control

44 The Simple Remote Control MUTE FAV CH SELECT VOL + CH - CH + GUIDE VOL - MENU INPUTS POWER EXIT 햴 햳 햲 햹 햸 햺 햻 햵 햶 햷 POWER button Press Power button to turn the Plasma Television ON or OFF. 햳 CH+ ( ) and CH- ( ) Press the CH+ ( ) up or CH- ( ) down buttons to select desired channel or to navigate ...

Page 45 - This part of the screen; V ide o; Select between 3 pictures modes

45 Setup Timers Locks TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Audio V ide o Move SEL Select Power Swivel This part of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons to use. V ide o On-Scr een Display 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display thedifferent features on your HITACHI Plasma TV. 2. Use the...

Page 46 - HDT HDX; een Display; The Signal Meter feature of the Channel

V ideo Move SEL Select Power Swivel HDT HDX TV Guide On Screen Power Swivel Channel Manager Locks Timers Audio Setup Setup Timers Locks TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Audio V ideo Move SEL Select Power Swivel Setup Timers Locks TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Audio On-Scr een Display TV Guide...

Page 47 - Picture Mode; Video

47 On-Scr een Display Video Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improvepicture quality. You can independently customize each ofthe Video Inputs to your preference to increase viewingperformance and pleasure depending upon the videoprogram being viewed. If RESET is selected, only theselected ...

Page 48 - CONTRAST; CURSOR PAD

On-Scr een Display Video Color Temperature Set this to High for cooler color with more blue, set to Medium for more natural color, set to Standard for accurate color or set to Black/White for more reddish color (B/W only for HDX models). Black Enhancement Use this function to enhance the shadow deta...

Page 49 - Color Decoding; or CHANNEL WHEEL to; Auto Color; or CHANNEL WHEEL; Black Side Panel; to highlight the choice.

49 On-Scr een Display Reset Tint Color Green Red 50% 50% 62 % Color Decoding Video Move SEL Return RGB R G B or Color Decoding Use this function to adjust and balance the percentage of Red, Green and Color according to the user’s preference ineach of the four color temperature settings. Use TINT to ...

Page 50 - M anu; Vertical Position

On-Scr een Display Video Reset Video Settings Video Move SEL Return Select “Reset” to return the video menu settings on this Input to the original factory settings. Reset OR Reset Video Settings Black Side Panel Aspect White Balance Auto Color Color Decoding Color Management Auto Movie Mode Noise Re...

Page 51 - Treble; Off : turns off the surround sound effect.; Audio

51 On-Scr een Display Audio Perfect Volume Auto Noise Cancel Internal Speakers Audio Source Bass Boost Surround Balance Bass Treble O ff Off On Stereo On O ff L R 50% 50% Audio Move SEL Return Setup Timers Locks TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Audio Video Move SEL Select Power Swivel OR Select AU...

Page 52 - STEREO; raise the volume of low sound. The default setting is ON.

52 On-Scr een Display DRC Digital Output Language Loudness Perfect Volume Auto Noise Cancel Internal Speakers Audio Source Bass Boost Of f Of f On Stereo On On Dolby Digital 1 [Unknown] Of f Audio Move SEL Return Perfect Volume Auto Noise Cancel Internal Speakers Audio Source Bass Boost Surround Bal...

Page 53 - To Setup the TV Guide On Screen System:; TV Guide On Screen; to support (Check all that; TV Guide On Screen; Are the above settings correct ?; *For USA is a 5 digit ZIP CODE; Please select which service(s) you would like your

53 On-Scr een Display Setup Timers Locks TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Audio Video Move SEL Select Power Swivel TV Guide On Screen The TV Guide On-Screen system is a built-in featurethat provides a channel lineup and program listings inyour area. Once the setup process is complete, theprogram l...

Page 54 - Would you like to use the TV Guide On Screen; system to control recording with your VCR?

54 On-Scr een Display Screen 5: Would you like to use the TV Guide On Screen Use the CURSOR PAD and t o highlight your choice, then press the SELECT button then next.If YES: Please see Screen 6.If NO: Please see Screen 12. Screen 6: The screen will show the correct way to setupthe VCR with the G-Lin...

Page 55 - This shows that the setup procedure is complete; NOTE: 1. The Plasma TV should be in standby mode

55 On-Scr een Display Screen 11: Are the settings correct ?If Yes the TV Guide setup is complete, then pressSELECT button to continue.If No please make the necessary changes in orderto complete the TV Guide setup procedure. Screen 12: This shows that the setup procedure is complete Use the CURSOR PA...

Page 56 - Channel Manager; WHEEL; Signal Meter; buttons

56 On-Scr een Display Channel Manager Channel Manager Setup Timers Locks TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Audio Video Move SEL Select Power Swivel Auto Cha nnel Sc a n Cha nnel M a na ger Move SEL Return Channel List Auto Channel Scan Signal Meter Channel Manager Move SEL Select Channel List Auto ...

Page 57 - Channel List; Press the; CHANNEL WHEEL; button to set or remove; FAVORITE

57 On-Scr een Display Channel List Auto Channel Scan Signal Meter Channel Manager Move SEL Return Channel List Channel Manager Move Return FAV CH# Scan Lock ID 3-1 On O ------- 4 On O ------- 5 On O ------- 6 On O ------- 7 On O ------- 8 On O ------- 9 On O ------- 10 On O ------- No Info. --:-- AM...

Page 58 - Locks; Change Access Code; Use

58 On-Scr een Display Locks Please Enter Access Code Access Code: - - - - [#Keys] Enter Code Canadian Ratings(Frn) Canadian Ratings(Eng) TV Ratings Movie Ratings Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select 0 0 0 0 Alternate Ratings U.S. Setup Timers Locks TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager ...

Page 59 - Movie Ratings; Motion Picture Ratings Table; NOT RATED

59 Movie Ratings Locks Move SEL Return s u t a t S d e t a R t o N G PG PG-13 R NC-17 X Canadian Ratings(Frn) Canadian Ratings(Eng) TV Ratings Movie Ratings Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select Alternate Ratings U.S. OR On-Scr een Display Movie Ratings Use Movie Ratings to prevent vi...

Page 60 - TV Ratings; TV Parental Guide Ratings Table; EAS

60 On-Scr een Display TV Ratings Locks Move SEL Return g n i t a R b u S Status D L S V FV Y - V T TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA Alternate Ratings U.S. Canadian Ratings(Frn) Canadian Ratings(Eng) TV Ratings Movie Ratings Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select OR Locks TV Ratings Use TV ...

Page 61 - Canadian Ratings English Table

61 On-Scr een Display Canadian Ratings (Eng) Use CANADIAN RATINGS (ENG) to block any type of movie and television program in Canada that you feelmight be inappropriate in its content. 1. Use the CURSOR PAD , or CHANNEL WHEEL buttons to select the CANADIAN RATINGS (ENG) category that you want to bloc...

Page 63 - PG; ALTERNATE RATIN G; category that you want to bloc; to block the; ALTERNATE RATING; that you have selected. Once rating is selected, for; ALTERNATE; Adults only

63 On-Scr een Display Alternate Ratings (Example Only) : G General audiences. All ages admitted. PG Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children. PG-13 Parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. R Restricted. Under 17 requires...

Page 64 - and; Set The Clock; ZONE; Timers; AUTOMATICALLY ADJUST CLOCK FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING; CH; When the CableCARD is used, the TV will

64 On-Scr een Display Set The Clock Timers Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep Timer Set The Clock Timers Move SEL Select Not Set 0:00 -- : -- AM PST Move SEL Return Time Zone : PST Date : Jan. 1 2005 Time : -- : -- AM Automatically adjust clock for daylight savings changes. Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep ...

Page 65 - Set Sleep Timer

65 Set Day/Night Timer Timers Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep Timer Set The Clock Timers Move SEL Select Not Set -- : -- PST Move SEL Return Activate Day Mode On : 06:00 AM Day Mode Off : 06:00 PM 0:00 Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep Timer Set The Clock Timers Move SEL Select Not Set -- : -- AM PST Set ...

Page 66 - Setup; SETUP; Set The Menu Options

66 Setup Set T h e In puts Set The Screen Saver Set The AV Net Set The Menu Options Set The Closed Captions Set The Output Terminals Set The Quick Start Options Setup Reset The Software Move SEL Select Set The Menu Options Setup Move SEL Return Set The Language : EnglishSet The Menu Background : Sha...

Page 67 - Set the Menu Background; MENU PREFERENCE; The whole picture will shift every 2 minutes by one

67 On-Scr een Display Menu Preference Setup Move SEL Return Set The Language : EnglishSet The Menu Background : Shaded Set The Inputs Set The Screen Saver Set The AV Net Set The Menu Options Set The Output Terminals Set The Closed Captions Set The Quick Start Options Setup Reset The Software Move SE...

Page 68 - Set The Inputs; Once the TV has been turned on using the; Set AV Net; Control. The IR Blaster cable must be properly

68 On-Scr een Display Set The Inputs Setup Move SEL Return Input1 : **** Input2 : **** Input3 : **** Input4 : **** Auto Link : OffInput5 : **** Set The Inputs Set The Screen Saver Set The AV Net Set The Menu Options Set The Closed Captions Set The Output Terminals Set The Quick Start Options Setup R...

Page 71 - Learning Mode; This function of the AV NET allows the user to use

71 On-Scr een Display 8. Use the CURSOR PAD or to choose the brand name of your DVD. 9. Press the CURSOR PAD to highlight the IR CODE Set, then use the CURSOR PAD or to choose the preset IR Code. 10. Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight the “ POWER ” Test button.These On-screen buttons are called “ SoftK...

Page 72 - maximum

72 On-Scr een Display 5. Use the CURSOR PAD or to select “Other” from brand name choices. 6. Use the CURSOR PAD or to highlight “Learning Mode” then press the SELECTbutton. 7. Use the CURSOR PAD , , and to select the Soft Key to learn (Ex. VOL ), then press the SELECT button. 8. Press and hold the V...

Page 74 - Done

74 On-Scr een Display 7. Use the CURSOR PAD or to choose the device you wish to learn. (Example: DVD 3) 8. Select NEXT to continue. 9. Select the DVD 3 softkey to learn.(Example: PLAY button). 10. Select Done to continue. 11. Press and hold the “Play button” of the DVD remote control while pointing ...

Page 75 - selecting the device in the inputs menu.

75 On-Scr een Display 19. Continue with the normal procedures to setupTV Input, Monitor Out, Optical Out and thelabeling of the source buttons. 20. Select “YES” to setup another device or select“No thanks, I’m done” to exit the AV NETsetup. Setup Congratulations! Your DVD3 is nowconnected to your AV...

Page 76 - Set; The Cl; osed Caption

76 On-Scr een Display Set The Closed Captions Setup Move SEL Return Caption Display : Off Analog Mode : Captions Channel : 1 Digital Language : 1(Unknown) Font : Default H i t a c h i Size : Standard Style : Standard Set The Closed Captions Setup Move SEL Return Caption Display : Off Analog Mode : C...

Page 77 - The Output Terminals; volume that can be controlled by the Plasma TV; MONITOR: Available Monitor Out Signals; When; IR Out

On-Scr een Display Set The Output Terminals Setup Move SEL Return io Out : V ideo Out : Monitor Au d Fixed Set The Inputs Set The Screen Saver Set The AV Net Set The Menu Options Set The Closed Captions Set The Output Terminals Set The Quick Start Options Setup Reset The Software Mov e SEL Select OR...

Page 78 - you can access; The

78 On-Scr een Display Setup After the CableCARD has been successfully installed, you can access CableCARD Information menu in the SETUP menu of the On-Screen Display. 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to access the Main Menu screen. Follow the instructions below to access the CableCARDI...

Page 79 - Set The; Quick Start; Options

79 On-Scr een Display Set The Quick Start Options Setup Select OFF to save electricity Off On Move SEL Select Select ON to have the TV tune channelsquickly at 1st turn on and to use the IEEE1394function in Stand-By-mode. Reset The Software Setup Move SEL Return Main Vxxxx.xxxx MMC Software Upgrade: ...

Page 80 - Reset TV Settings; Power Swivel

80 On-Scr een Display Setup Reset TV Settings This function allows you to Reset all TV Settings to the original factory settings on all modes during the next 2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD to select Reset The Software . 3. Use the CURSOR PAD to access the Reset TV Settings option. 4. Selec...

Page 81 - Useful Information; Equipment Care and Troubleshooting; TROUBLESHOOTING; Your; DO; Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth.; DO NOT; Avoid repeatedly touching the screen.; SYMPTOMS

81 Useful Information Equipment Care and Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING Your HITACHI Plasma Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage power surges. IF YOUR TELEVISION SHOULD APPEAR T...

Page 82 - Reception Problems; RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE:

82 Useful Information Reception Problems IGNITION NOISE: Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift.Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps,electrical drills, and other electrical appliances. GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused by the televis...

Page 83 - Troubleshooting; Plasma Television Troubleshooting; System Frequently Asked Questions

83 Useful Information Troubleshooting No. Items Notes 1 Buzzing sound from Plasmadisplay panel. A buzzing sound may be heard when the plasma television is turned on in a very quietroom. This is due to the plasma panel drive circuit when it is functioning. The buzzingsound is normal and is not a malf...

Page 84 - Frequently asked

Useful Information TV Guide On-Screen TM Frequently asked quiestions continued If I add a recorder or change my cable service, howdo I change my Setup information? 1) Highlight the Setup Service in the Guide. 2) Use the down arrow to select Change System Settings. 3) Follow the on-screen instruction...

Page 85 - Federal Communications Commission Notice; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.; FCC Information; Modifications; Useful Info; AGENCY REGULATORY INFORMATION; operate the equipment.; Note; INDUSTRY CANADA AGENCY REGULATORY INFORMATION

85 Useful Information Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference ina residentia...

Page 86 - Supplied Accessories:; SPECIFICATIONS; Features and Specifications

86 Useful Information All specifications, weights, and dimensions are subject to change withoutprior notice. Please access www.hitachi.com/tv for detailed specificationsand dimensions for custom installations. UltraVision Digital is a registered trademark of Hitachi Home Electronics(America), Inc. •...

Page 87 - Set Dimensions

87 Useful Information Set Dimensions 42 Inch Models (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 88/39.8 55 Inch Models (Plasma Television Only) Weight (lbs./kg): 151/68.4 B B D E J H G A C I F C D A G E H F L K J I M N N Inches MM Units L M K 44-5/8 4-1/8 4-1/8 28-1/16 25-1/2 19-1/8 15-1/2 12-15/16...

Page 88 - Hitachi; has made every effort to assure you hours of; Authorized; pour; Service Hotline; To locate an authorized; service facility in the continental; DIAL TOLL FREE; days a week, 24 hours a day

88 Useful Information Hitachi HITACHI AMERICA, LTD. HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION HITACHI has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, shouldyou require service, a network of HITACHI Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 statesand Pu...

Page 89 - End User License Agreement for HITACHI DTV Software; END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE; License Agreements

89 End User License Agreement for HITACHI DTV Software END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE IMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY: This End User License Agreement for HITACHI DTV Software (this “Agreement”) is a legal agreement between you (“you” or “your”), in your capacity as the owner of a HI...

Page 90 - End User License Agreements for Operating System Software; SOFTWARE LICENSE INFORMATION; GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE; , please send an email to the following address:

90 End User License Agreements for Operating System Software SOFTWARE LICENSE INFORMATION Your HITACHI brand digital television (the “DTV”) uses certain open source operating system software (the “OS Software”) distributed pursuant to GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2 and GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLI...

Page 91 - Preamble; End User License Agreement for Operating System Software; GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991

91 Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it. By contrast, the GNU General Public License is intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change free software--to make sure the software is free for all its users. This General Public Li...

Page 92 - NO WARRANTY

92 End User License Agreement for Operating System Software In addition, mere aggregation of another work not based on the Program with the Program (or with a work based on the Program) on a volume of a storage or distribution medium does not bring the other work under the scope of this License. 3. ...

Page 93 - END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS

93 End User License Agreement for Operating System Software TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVI...

Page 98 - Appendixes; Selectable

98 Picture Format for Each Input Source Aspect Specifications Yes : Selectable No : Un - Input A uto Aspect Aspect Appendixes Appendixes Appendix A: S igna l A s pe c t V ide o ID 16: 9 Standard 1 16:9 Standard 2 16:9 Zoom 4:3 Standard 4:3 Ex panded 4:3 Zoom 1 4:3 Zoom 2 ANT Analog V ide o N T S C N...

Page 99 - Continuation

99 Appendixes ( Continuation ) Input A uto Aspect Aspect Aspect Specifications Yes : Selectable No : Un - Selectable S igna l A s pe c t V ide o ID 16: 9 Standard 1 16:9 Standard 2 16:9 Zoom 4:3 Standard 4:3 Ex panded 4:3 Zoom 1 4:3 Zoom 2 Input 4 Y P B P R 1080i/720p N o 16x 9 Y e s Y e s Y e s No ...

Page 100 - Index

100 A Accessories, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Antennas (Connecting), . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Aspect Ratio, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 7 , 50 Audio Bass Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Page 101 - Service Information; Look on the right side of the TV.

101 쐃 쐇 쐋 Service Information 쐃 쐇 Look on the right side of the TV. Locate the LABEL where it shows the information related to MODEL NAME and SERIAL #. HITACHI Service Department will require this information in order to give you the propersupport regarding your questions. When you call HITACHI SERV...

Page 102 - Notes