PLASMA TELEVISION AVC (Audio Video Control Center) & Plasma Display Monitor Operating Guide for 42HDX61, 55HDX61 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................ 2-3 FIRST TIME USE .................................................................................................................. 4-26 THE REMOTE CONTROL .................................................................................................. 27-50 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY......
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR 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 of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read before operating equipment Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. BATTERIES “AA” Batteries FIRST TIME USE REMOTE CONTROL POWER CORD MONITOR CONNECTION CABLE IR MOUSE CABLE 3. “AAA” Batteries 4. 5. 6. Subwoofer Cable TTB55 Table Top Stand (optional) Cleaning Cloth 7. Speaker Wires 1. SIMPLE REMOTE 8. 9. 10. 11. A/V NET CH + SELECT VOL - VOL + FAV CH MUTE CH MENU INPUTS EXIT POWER 2. CAUTION: 1. Ceiling mounting is not recommended.
HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION To take measures to prevent the Plasma Display from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is important to mount the unit in a stable place. Wood screw two places Wood screw two places 42” 55” Securing to a wall 1. Keep the Plasma Display monitor four inches away from the wall except those hung to the wall mount bracket. 2. Secure the monitor to the wall as shown below.
FIRST TIME USE HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Plasma Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing. The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the TV and about 8 to 18 feet from the screen. During daylight hours, reflections from outside light may appear on the screen.
HOOKUP CABLES Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of each cable.
FIRST TIME USE ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR PANEL JACKS VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV) When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor antenna or CATV coaxial cable to the ANT A (75-Ohm) terminal. If you have a second antenna, connect the coaxial cable to the ANT B terminal.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW 42” DISPLAY MONITOR 55” DISPLAY MONITOR MAIN POWER STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) PULL (AVC) AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL CENTER AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL CENTER POWER STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) VOL- VOL+ CH- CH+ INPUT/EXIT PHOTO INPUT MENU/SELECT INPUT 5 PHONES S-VIDEO VIDEO L/(MONO) R AUDIO MENU/SELECT button This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FIRST TIME USE POWER button Display Monitor “MAIN POWER” button This power button is for the complete system, and must be turned ON/OFF manually. It is recommended to leave the “MAIN POWER” to ON condition (lights red) for stand-by mode. or STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) STANDBY(RED) ON(GREEN) MAIN POWER MAIN POWER 42” 55” AVC POWER button The AVC power can be turned ON/OFF manually or by remote control.
REAR PANEL JACKS 42” Monitor Bottom View 55” Monitor Bottom View Antenna Input The remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and ANT B. ANT A input can be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture (ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture).
REAR PANEL JACKS RGB - Analog Input FIRST TIME USE Use this 15-pin D-Sub input for your external devices with RGB output (see page 25). RGB - Audio Input Connect audio for RGB input (if you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack). HDMI - Digital Input (INPUT 1 and INPUT 2) About HDMI HDMI is the next-generation all digital interface for consumer electronics. HDMI enables the secure distribution of uncompressed high-definition video and multi-channel audio in a single cable.
REAR PANEL JACKS CableCARD Slot Connect a coaxial cable to ANT A terminal of the Rear Panel Jacks. Insert the CableCARD into the slot (Top of card should be facing up as shown). Digital Cable Ca C ble AR IN T RT SE HIS EN D D Rear Panel of AVC If the CableCARD is properly installed or not installed, the TV will display the following respective screens. CableCARD is installed OR CableCARD is not installed After the CableCARD is installed, wait until the second screen below appears.
CONNECTING PLASMA DISPLAY MONITOR TO AVC BOX From the owner’s accessory you will find the Monitor Connector cable. Firmly, and securely insert the Monitor Connection Cable to the rear panel of the AVC box “TO MONITOR” connectors. Insert the other ends of the Monitor Connection Cable to the display monitor rear panel “FROM AVC” connectors. FIRST TIME USE 1. 2. 3. Back of Display Monitor 42” Back of Display Monitor 55” Core Core To AC outlet To AC outlet Please use HITACHI specified cable.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you 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. Check the owner’s manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs. Before Operating External Video Source Connect an external source to one of the INPUT terminals, then press the INPUTS button to show the INPUTS menu.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the AVC Center below. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING S-VIDEO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER 1. Connect the cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the S-VHS VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, as shown on the AVC Center below. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH HDMI or DVI CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 1. Connect the HDMI or DVI to HDMI connection cable from the output of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the HDMI input as shown on the AVC Center below. 2. With DVI output, connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC/DVD PLAYER OR HDTV SET TOP BOX TO INPUT 1 OR 2 COMPONENT: Y-PBPR. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on the AVC Center below. 2. Connect the cable from the CB/PB OUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (PB) jack. 3.
FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH DIGITAL INTERFACE CAPABILITY TO IEEE1394 TERMINALS 1. Connect the IEEE1394 cable from the output of the component with IEEE1394 capability, such as a Set-Top-Box or Digital VCR, to the IEEE1394 input terminals shown on the AVC Center below. IEEE 1394 allows the plasma television and the external device to communicate with one another.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO/VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER OPTICAL INPUT Stereo System Amplifier The MONITOR OUT terminal outputs video and audio of ANT A/B and INPUTS 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. It does not output component video, HDMI or RGB. R L V S-VIDEO INPUT VCR or other external components 21 Optional, See page 26 FIRST TIME USE To monitor the audio level of the Plasma TV to an external audio amplifier, connect the system as shown below.
FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING AV NETWORK 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 Mouse connector to control your equipment using your Hitachi Plasma TV Remote Control. You can use your Hitachi remote control to control the Audio/Video equipment command without the equipment’s remote control. The Plasma Television AVC Center has 2 IR BLASTER jacks.
AV NETWORK SETUP WIZARD 5. Follow the steps below to setup your AV network (See page 24 for AV Network Codes). SETUP PROCEDURE (DVD setup example below). MENU HOME 1. Press the A/V Net button on the remote control. 1. 2. Use CURSOR PAD , to select Device Setup. Press the SELECT button on the remote control. 1. Use the CURSOR PAD , to choose DVD and press the SELECT button on the remote control. Cursor down to SETUP and press the SELECT button on the remote control.
FIRST TIME USE AUDIO/VIDEO CODES FOR AV NETWORK (not for remote control) VCR BRAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CODE Admiral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0048, 0209 Adventura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0000 Aiko . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0278 Aiwa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0000, 0037 Akai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Rear Panel of Display Monitor 2-Way signal splitter RGB OUTPUT 13 9 4 12 8 3 11 7 2 6 R 14 1 L 10 V 5 OUTPUT S-VIDEO 15 VCR #1 ANT IN AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY DIGITAL OUTPUT AUDIO OUT Subwoofer DVI to HDMI Stereo/Amplifier Y OUTPUT PB/CB PR/CR L R S-VIDEO V L INPUT R S-VIDEO V L OUTPUT R Y PB PR OUTPUT L R To an amplifier/receiver with optical input capability DVD Player VCR #2 Laserdisc player, VCR, camcorder, etc.
TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS • S-VIDEO, YPbPR, IEEE 1394 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 this feature. FIRST TIME USE • If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the AVC Center.
A/V NET GUID E THE REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver, DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV NET A/V E GUID THE REMOTE CONTROL POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 27 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) MODE Indicator Turns on or blinks to show remote control mode. SOURCE ACCESS ( , ) buttons Press these buttons to select remote control mode.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV A/V NET GUID E ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depending on the input signal format received, the picture format ratio allows you to adjust the images through the following options. 4:3 STANDARD Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images. Side panels (gray areas) are placed to the left and right of the image to preserve the original aspect ratio of the source.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV NET A/V E GUID DAY/NIGHT button Press this button to toggle between Day and Night picture mode settings. Select Day for day time viewing with more brightness and contrast to compete with room light. Select Night for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more detailed picture (see page 52 for settings changes). NOTE: For automatic DAY/NIGHT picture mode settings, see page 69.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV A/V NET GUID E AV NET button Press this button to access the Audio/Video network (AV Net) menu. The AV Net allows the user to control external components with the Plasma TV’s remote control. When you press the AV NET button, the following window will pop up within the Display Monitor screen. The window will disappear after 30 seconds if you don’t press any buttons. Select Device Setup to start.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV NET A/V E GUID AV NET LEARNING WIZARD This function of the AV NET makes it more expandable because it allows the user to use equipment that is not supported by the pre-code library, listed on page 24. For example, after programming your equipment to the AV NET and the soft keys do not work, the user just has to follow the steps below. The AV NET Learning Wizard will transfer any remote button IR code of your equipment to the soft keys of your AV NET.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV A/V NET GUID E INPUTS button When the remote control is in TV mode, press this button to access the INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR PAD and SELECT button to select the inputs that are being used. Pressing the INPUTS button repeatedly will also cycle through the Inputs menu items. Then press the SELECT button to select.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV NET A/V E GUID PHOTO INPUT This feature is useful for viewing digital still pictures from your digital camera using the Photo Input in the front panel of the TV. Photo Input Ant B Ant A Input 1 THE REMOTE CONTROL Input 2 No. 7/10 03/04/03 1632x1232 Vacation Picture No. Date Resolution File Name JUMP Select this menu item to view the chosen picture number. Jump Slideshow Rotate Jump Please Enter Picture Number - - 7 NOTES: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV A/V NET GUID E SLIDESHOW Select this menu item to start a slideshow of the Photos in the Digital Camera. Time interval selections can be set from 5, 10 and 30 seconds. Jump Slideshow Rotate Jump Slideshow Rotate Start Interval 5 sec Slideshow 5 seconds.. etc. 5 seconds ROTATE Select this menu item to rotate selected photos either clockwise (CURSOR PAD ) and counterclockwise (CURSOR PAD ). Rotate menu item is also available in THUMBNAIL view.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV NET A/V E GUID IEEE1394 Use this function to control your devices with digital interface capability. Press the INPUTS button, CURSOR PAD and SELECT button to select IEEE 1394. (When an IEEE1394 device is not connected) INPUTS Input 5 Device not detected RGB IEEE 1394 Photo Input Ant B Move SEL Sel. (When an IEEE1394 device is connected) INPUTS DVHS1 POWER 00:00:00 Input 5 THE REMOTE CONTROL RGB IEEE 1394 Photo Input Ant B Move ANT SEL Sel.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV A/V NET GUID E INFO button Press this button when you want to check the channel being received, the picture source, if the channel has stereo (ST) or second audio program (SAP), the time, CHANNEL ID and if the TIMER is set.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV NET A/V E GUID 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., press the VOL wheel down. Press the VOL wheel again to turn the sound off completely (MUTE). To restore the sound, press the VOL wheel one more time, or VOL Up ( ).
A/V NET GUID E PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates Two Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Two Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each. ANT A input can be viewed as both the main picture and the sub-picture simultaneously. ANT B can only be viewed as a main picture.
NET A/V PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) E GUID PIP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE This feature is only available with a 1080i component input or Digital signal. To prevent a pattern burn, occasionally move the subpicture using the CURSOR PAD. Main Picture Sub Picture SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub-picture evenly on the screen.
A/V NET GUID E PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) PAUSE button If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the PAUSE button. This is convenient when trying to write down the address for a mail order company, recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. To return the picture to motion, press the EXIT button. Press the PAUSE button repeatedly to toggle between FREEZE modes (Main Freeze, SPLIT and STROBE).
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS NET A/V E GUID Operating the precoded function for your cable box. THE REMOTE CONTROL This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your cable box (refer to pages 49-50 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your cable box. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your cable box. 3.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER FUNCTIONS A/V NET GUID E Operating the precoded function for your set-top-box/satellite receiver. This remote is designed to operate different types of set-top-box/satellite systems. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your set-top-box/satellite systems (refer to pages 49-50 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your set-top-box/satellite systems. 2.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL DVD FUNCTIONS NET A/V E GUID Operating the precoded function for your DVD player. THE REMOTE CONTROL This remote is designed to operate different types of DVD players. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your DVD player (refer to pages 49-50 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your DVD player. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your DVD player. 3.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR/PVR FUNCTIONS A/V NET GUID E Operating the precoded function for your VCR/PVR (Personal Video Recorder). This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs/PVRs. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your VCR/PVR (refer to pages 49-50 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your VCR/PVR. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR/PVR. 3.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT NET A/V E GUID Operating the precoded function for your Audio component. THE REMOTE CONTROL This remote is designed to operate different types of Audio component. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your Audio component (refer to pages 49-50 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your Audio component you wish to control with the Remote. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your Audio component. 3.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE “ENT” BUTTON TO ACCESS THE SPECIFIED INPUT OF THE PLASMA TV A/V NET GUID E INPUT ACCESS This optional feature allows the user of the remote control to setup it’s ENTER (ENT) button to access the specified input of the TV. Setup for this feature is applicable to the remote control’s normal mode only and only applies to the DVD, CBL, STB, PVR and AMP modes. 1.
NET A/V E GUID REMOTE HITACHI has provided a second remote control for your convenience. The Simple Remote Control has the basic features that are most often used. A/V NET CH + VOL + SELECT VOL - FAV CH MUTE CH MENU INPUTS EXIT THE REMOTE CONTROL POWER button POWER (Patent Pending) Press Power button to turn the Plasma TV ON or OFF.
PVR/VCR, CABLE, SATELLITE, DVD AND AUDIO CODES FOR REMOTE CONTROL Matsushita . . . . . . . . 0035, 0162, 1162 Media Center PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1972 Memorex . . . . 0035, 0162, 0037, 0048, . . 0039, 0047, 0240, 0000, 0104, 0209, . . 0046, 0307, 0479, 1037, 1162, 1262 Microsoft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1972 Mind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1972 Minolta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0042, 0105 Mitsubishi . . . . . . . . 0061, 0043, 0067 Motorola. . . . . . . . . . . . .
NET A/V THE REMOTE CONTROL E GUID NSC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0063 Novaplex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0618 Oak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0019 Optimus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0021 Pace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0237, 1877 Panasonic. . . . . . . . . 0000, 0021, 0107 Panther . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0637 Paragon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0000 Philips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0305, 0317 Pioneer . .
OSD (On-Screen Display) 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Plasma TV. 2. Use the CURSOR PAD to navigate to a different menu item. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. 4. Press the A/V NET button on the remote control to access the AV Network menu to control external components. This part of the screen shows which selections are available. Video Audio Aspect Chan. Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Sel.
OSD (On-Screen Display) Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Color Temperature Video Black Enhancement Contrast Mode Reset Video Settings Color Management Color Decoding Auto Color Audio ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Aspect NOTE: Select between the two picture modes; Day and Night. Adjust contrast. Adjust brightness. Adjust color. Adjust tint. Adjust sharpness.
OSD (On-Screen Display) Channel Manager Locks Set the Antenna Auto Channel Scan Signal Meter Channel List Set Antenna settings. Set Auto Channel Scan. Access Signal Meter. Set Channel List. Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings Change Lock access code. Choose to lock channel, video input, and/or front panel. Block various types of movies and video types based on motion picture ratings. Block various types of movies and television programming based on a parental guide ratings.
VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. You can independently customize each of the Video Inputs to your preference to increase viewing performance and pleasure depending upon the video program being viewed. If RESET is selected, only the selected input will reset to initial conditions. Video Picture Mode Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV’s performance. Video Audio Aspect Chan.
VIDEO Video Video Contrast Aspect Chan. Manager Locks Day Night 100% Brightness 50% Color 50% Tint Timers Setup Power Swivel Move ANT A/B Picture Mode Audio SEL Sel. Sharpness 50% Color Temperature High Black Enhancement Middle Contrast Mode Dynamic Reset Video Settings Move SEL Select Use the CURSOR PAD or to highlight the function to be adjusted. Press down on CURSOR PAD to select the function settings. Press the CURSOR PAD or to adjust the function.
VIDEO This function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and return it to the Day VIDEO mode. Reset Video Settings Video Video ANT A/B Day Picture Mode Contrast Night Picture Mode 100% Select “Reset” Brightness 50% menu Color 50% original Settings to on factory Tint return this the input Video to the settings.
VIDEO Use this function to adjust and balance the percentage of Red, Green and Blue according to the user’s preference in each of the four color temperature settings. Use TINT to adjust flesh tones so they appear natural. Color Decoding Video Video Color Decoding Color Management Color Decoding Auto Color Off Noise Reduction Low Auto Movie Mode Off Move SEL RGB Select R G Red 50% Green 50% Color 50% B Tint Reset Move SEL Return Use CURSOR PAD to highlight function.
AUDIO Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. Audio Audio Video Audio Aspect Treble 50% Bass 50% Balance Chan. Manager Locks L SRS TruBass Medium Matrix Surround Off Timers Audio Source Stereo Setup Internal Speakers On Power Swivel Auto Noise Cancel Off Perfect Volume Off Move SEL Sel. Move SEL R Return Press CURSOR PAD , , to select menu item. Press CURSOR PAD or to adjust the function.
AUDIO Use the functions below if your TV is connected to an amplifier/receiver with optical digital input with Dolby Digital or PCM decoder capabilities.
ASPECT Aspect Use this function to select the Picture Format Aspect Ratio. Aspect Video Mode 16:9 Standard 4:3 Standard 4:3 Zoom1 Audio Aspect Chan. Manager 16:9 Zoom 4:3 Expanded 4:3 Zoom2 Auto Aspect Locks Timers Vertical Position Setup Move SEL 0 Return Power Swivel Move SEL Sel. Auto Aspect Automatically adjust the Aspect Ratio depending on the input signal to fill the screen. Press CURSOR PAD , , to select menu item. Press down on CURSOR PAD to select.
CHANNEL MANAGER Chan. Manager Select Channel Manager to set your Antenna options, run Auto Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter and Set Channel List. Video Chan. Manager Audio Set The Antenna Aspect Auto Channel Scan Chan. Manager Signal Meter Channel List Locks Move Timers SEL Return Setup Power Swivel Move Sel. SEL Press CURSOR PAD , to highlight function, the press the SELECT button to select. Set The Antenna This feature will select Antenna options. Chan. Manager Chan.
CHANNEL MANAGER Select Signal Meter when using an indoor or outdoor antenna. This feature will show the signal strength and peak values of the Antenna signal to help you adjust your antenna to optimize signal reception. Signal Meter Chan. Manager Chan. Manager Set The Antenna Signal Meter Auto Chan. Scan Signal Meter Channel List Move SEL Return Channel : Strength : 31 Peak : 1 Close Move SEL Return Use the CURSOR PAD and the SELECT button to highlight and select “close” to exit.
LOCKS Locks This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. It can also be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled time period that you set. The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit access code number. The factory preset code is 0000. Use the number buttons to enter the access code. Video Audio Aspect Please Enter Access Code Chan. Manager Locks [ - - - - ] Timers Setup [# Keys] Enter Code Power Swivel Move Sel.
LOCKS Movie Ratings Use MOVIE RATINGS to prevent viewing of any movie that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. Locks Locks Movie Ratings Change Access Code Engage Lock Status Not Rated: TV Time Lock G: Movie Ratings PG: TV Ratings PG-13: Canadian Ratings (Eng) R: Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Return NC-17: X: Move SEL Return Use the CURSOR PAD or to select the MOVIE RATING category that you want to block. Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RATING that you have selected.
LOCKS TV Ratings Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of any TV program that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. Locks Locks TV Ratings Change Access Code Sub Category Engage Lock Status TV Time Lock D V FV TV-Y7: TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) TV-G: Canadian Ratings (Frn) TV-PG: SEL S TV-Y: Movie Ratings Move L Return TV-14: TV-MA: Move SEL Return Use the CURSOR PAD or to highlight the category that you want to block.
LOCKS Canadian Ratings (Eng) Use Canadian Ratings (Eng) to block any type of movie and television program in Canada that you feel might be inappropriate in its content. Locks Locks Canadian Ratings (Eng) Change Access Code Status Engage Lock C: TV Time Lock C8+: Movie Ratings G: TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) PG: Canadian Ratings (Frn) 14+: Move SEL Return 18+: Move SEL Return Use the CURSOR PAD or to select the CANADIAN RATINGS (Eng) category that you want to block.
LOCKS Canadian Ratings (Frn) Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various program ratings that you feel might be inappropriate in its content. Locks Locks Canadian Ratings (Frn) Change Access Code Status Engage Lock G: TV Time Lock 8 ans+: Movie Ratings TV Ratings 13 ans+: Canadian Ratings (Eng) 16 ans+: Canadian Ratings (Frn) 18 ans+: Move SEL Return Move SEL Return Use the CURSOR PAD or to highlight the category that you want to block.
TIMERS Timers Select Timers to set your Clock, Sleep Timer, Event Timer and Day/Night Timer Recordings. Timers Video Set The Clock Audio Set Sleep Timer Aspect Set Day/Night Timer Chan. Manager Set Event Timer Locks Set Timer Recording Timers Move SEL Return Setup Power Swivel Move Set The Clock SEL Sel. The Clock must be adjusted before you can use the “Set Event Timer” or Day/Night Timer” feature.
TIMERS Set Sleep Timer Select this feature to set your Sleep Timer from 30 minutes to 3 hours (30 minute increments). Timers Timers Set The Clock Set The Clock Set Sleep Timer 0:00 Set Sleep Timer Set Day/Night Timer Set Day/Night Timer Set Event Timer Set Event Timer Set Timer Recording Set Timer Recording Move SEL Set Move SEL 0:30 Set Press the CURSOR PAD repeatedly to set your Timer from 0:00, 0:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30 and 3:00.
TIMERS This function will automatically operate the TV viewing reservation of a program. If the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the screen below will appear. The message on the screen will disappear after 3 seconds, then the screen automatically goes to the clock setup mode (see page 68). Set Event Timer Please Set Clock First.
TIMERS Set Timer Recording Select this feature to set and record digital channels using your device connected to the IEEE 1394 jacks (ex. D-VHS). Timers Timers Set The Clock Set Timer Recording Record1 --:--AM Set Sleep Timer Record2 --:--AM Set Event Timer SEL Select Record3 --:--AM SEL DVHS1 --:--AM Jan.01, 2003 Ant A ------Move DVHS1 --:--AM Jan.01, 2003 Ant A ------Record4 --:--AM DVHS1 --:--AM Jan.01, 2003 Ant A ------- Set Timer Recording Move --:--AM Jan.
SETUP Setup Select SETUP when setting up your TV for the first time. Use the CURSOR PAD or on the remote to highlight the function desired. Setup Video Menu Preference Audio Screen Saver Aspect Set The Inputs Chan. Manager Set Black Side Panel Locks Set Closed Captions Timers Set Monitor Out Setup Move SEL Return Power Swivel Move Sel. SEL Setup Setup Menu Preference CableCARD Info.
SETUP Menu Background This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds. Setup Menu Preference Set The Language English French Spanish Set The Menu Background Shaded Solid Move SEL Select Use CURSOR PAD , to highlight SET THE MENU BACKGROUND (shaded or solid), and the SELECT button to select the setting. Press EXIT to quit the menu. Select SOLID and background is visible (no picture can be seen behind menu screen), select SHADED and a light background is visible.
SETUP Set The Inputs Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs.
SETUP Video 2 Auto Link Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to Video 2 when it detects a video signal to input 2.
SETUP Set Closed Caption Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video which are displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as or .
SETUP Set Monitor Out This feature will select the source of the Monitor Output. Setup Setup Menu Preference Set Monitor Out Video Out Monitor Screen Saver Set The Inputs TV Tuner Out Set Black Side Panel Set Closed Captions Move SEL Return Set Monitor Out Move SEL Return Monitor- Select Monitor to output the audio and video signals of the chosen input source (ANT A, ANT B, VID1-VID5) to a VCR or other A/V device.
SETUP It shows software information and easy upgrade procedure. This function allows the TV software to be upgraded by using a flash card (MMC Card). If a future software upgrade is required for your TV, Hitachi will notify and provide you with a flash card. In order to receive written notification and the flash card, please complete and return the warranty card. Upgrades Setup Setup CableCARD Info.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY IMPORTANT: TURN OFF THE AVC BOX, THE DISPLAY MONITOR AND THE EXTERNAL COMPONENT BEFORE CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING ANY CABLES. RGB ANALOG OUTPUT 5 4 10 15 14 3 9 2 8 13 1 7 12 6 11 AUDIO OUT SET-TOP-BOX D-SUB 15 Pin RGB Cable (Optional) Audio Cable (Optional) This Plasma Television can automatically detect and display the signal format below. 1. RGB input signal. This Plasma Television can accept the following signal formats. Recommended Signal List Signal Mode No.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY USING THE RGB INPUT 2. The new setting (horizontal position, vertical position, clock, and phase) of the signal will be stored. The monitor can store up to 13 settings in addition to the 15 pre-set signal timing. Any additional new settings (more than 15) will over-write the first user’s setting, second setting and so on. 3. Operation in RGB mode in relation to TV functions are shown below. No.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY 4. Other signal formats may not be displayed correctly. Use AUTO ADJUST to automatically adjust the horizontal position, vertical position, clock, and phase. We recommend you use a signal, which has more than 50% of amplitude of white area at each corner of the picture, when performing Auto Adjustment. It may not work correctly with dark picture (see page 86). SYNC TTL level H/V separate signal RGB INPUT 0.7Vpp/1.0Vpp NOTE: Interlaced signal is not available. 6.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY USING THE RGB INPUT 1. Press the INPUTS button, then use the CURSOR PAD and SELECT button on the remote control to display the different features in RGB MODE. 2. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. Video Aspect Setup Power Swivel Move SEL Sel This part of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons to use.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY Contrast Aspect Setup Power Swivel Enhancer Reset Real Normal Full WXGA Mode Aspect as it is presented in its true resolution. Aspect in 4:3 standard. Aspect in 16:9 standard. Select WXGA Settings Auto Adjust Horizontal Position Vertical Position Horizontal Clock Clock Phase Reset Input Level Black Side Panel Automatically adjust the geometry to fit the screen. Adjust horizontal position. Adjust vertical position. Adjusts the dot clock frequency to reduce the vertical stripe.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY The following adjustments are independent of the TV mode: •Press MENU in RGB mode for on screen display. •Press CURSOR PAD or to highlight the item to be adjusted. •Press SELECT to select the highlighted item. USING THE RGB INPUT VIDEO ADJUSTMENTS This feature allows you to adjust the contrast in RGB mode. CONTRAST Use CURSOR PAD or to adjust contrast. Press MENU button to return to RGB MODE MENU and EXIT to quit.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY Enhances the picture detail. ENHANCER 100% Contrast Brightness 50% Color Temperature High Enhancer Off Reset Reset Move SEL Select Set CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, COLOR TEMPERATURE, and ENHANCER to factory preset condition. RESET Use CURSOR PAD or to highlight Reset. Press the SELECT button to RESET to factory preset settings.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY USING THE RGB INPUT AUTO ADJUST HORIZONTAL POSITION, VERTICAL POSITION, HORIZONTAL CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE for current RGB format are adjusted automatically. Setup Auto Adjust Adjust Horizontal Position 0 Vertical Position 0 Horizontal Clock 0 Clock Phase 0 Reset Reset Input Level 0.7V Black Side Panel Off Move Use CURSOR PAD , cursors to highlight adjust. Press SELECT to select AUTO ADJUST. Select SEL NOTES: • • • • • Press SELECT to AUTO ADJUST the RGB mode.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY HORIZONTAL CLOCK Adjusts the pixel clock frequency to reduce the vertical stripe. Auto Adjust Adjust Horizontal Position 0 Vertical Position 0 Horizontal Clock 0 Clock Phase 0 Reset Reset Input Level 0.7V Black Side Panel Off Move NOTE: Use CURSOR PAD , to adjust the horizontal clock. Press the MENU button to return to previous menu. Press EXIT to quit.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY Select the Input Level voltage between 0.7V and 1.0V. USING THE RGB INPUT INPUT LEVEL Setup Adjust Auto Adjust Horizontal Position 0 Vertical Position 0 Horizontal Clock 0 Clock Phase 0 Reset Reset Input Level 0.7V Black Side Panel Off Move SEL Select BLACK SIDE PANEL The BLACK SIDE PANEL function turns the gray side bars ON/OFF when watching Aspect in Real and Normal signals in Standard Mode.
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PLASMA DISPLAY AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO Dust the screen and frame with a cleaning cloth from the accessories pack. Clean the screen and frame with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty. Place your Plasma Television away from extreme heat, humidity, and extremely dusty places.
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 television signal following two paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings, hills or some other objects. Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve reception.
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PLUG and PLAY This Plasma Television complies with VESA DDC2B specifications, Plug & Play is a system with computer, peripherals (including monitors) and operating system. It works when the monitor is connected to a DDC ready computer that is running an operating system software that is capable for the plug & play. When a Plug and Play PC is powered on, it sends a command to the Monitor requesting identification. The Monitor sends back a string of data including its characteristics.
USEFUL INFO AGENCY REGULATORY 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 in a residential installation.
USEFUL INFO Features: • • • • • • • • • • • • Audio: New Easy-to-Use On-Screen Menu Control (3 Language) New AV Network System Control Control up to 4 components with one remote 2 IR Mouse cables included Control Codes Stored in AV Control Center Two Tuner Split Screen except RGB modes.
USEFUL INFO To locate an authorized HITACHI service facility in the continental U.S.A. and Canada, DIAL TOLL FREE 7 days a week, 24 hours a day (1-800-448-2244) Hitachi America, LTD. Home Electronics Division Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico.
USEFUL INFO Hitachi Canada, LTD. Digital Media Division Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please contact: In Canada: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) Monday - Friday EST 9:00am - 7:00pm Saturday EST 9:00am - 5:00pm Look for your French Manual on the outside of the box. If the manual is missing, call 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) for a copy.
INDEX A Accessories, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Antennas (Connecting), . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Antenna Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Aspect Ratio, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 60 Audio (Sound Enhancement) TruBass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Audio Source . . . . . . . . . . .
END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE IMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY: This License Agreement is a legal agreement between you and Hitachi America, Ltd., Home Electronics Division ("HAL-HED"). By using this Hitachi digital television (the "DTV") and its software (the "Software"), you agree to be bound by the terms of this License Agreement. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT, DO NOT USE THIS DTV AND ITS SOFTWARE.
END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE 7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.
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