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Hitachi P42H4011 User's Manual

1. ap pms al HDMI DIGITAL DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY OUTPUT CAPABILITY NOTE Cables are optional except when specified 17 Tips on Rear Panel Connections e S VIDEO Y PBPR 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 e f your device has only one audio output mono sound connect it to the left audio jack on L MONO the Rear Panel e Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook up cables e A single VCR can be used for VCR 1 and VCR 2 but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output INPUT 1 in the example on page 17 Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input output connections e Connect only 1 component VCR DVD player camcorder etc to each input jack e COMPONENT Y PgPp Input 2 amp 3 connections are provided for high performance components such as DVD players and set top boxes Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature e Your component outputs may be labeled Y B Y and R Y In this case connect the components B Y output to the TV s Pp input and the components R Y outpu
2. VOL FAV CH CH GUIDE Q Table Top Stand Table Top Stand OOW 50 included 42 included AN AFNA mR 4 O HmacH For U S models Note Please visit our IN Wa For optional accessories please access our web site at website for optional Se www hitachi us tv accessories Note The accessories for models H4011 H4011A series are similar as the H401 H401A series CAUTION 1 Ceiling mounting is not recommended Mounting the panel on the ceiling does not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support for the front glass panel This plasma television product is designed for a maximum tilting angle of 45 degrees from vertical 2 This stand for use only with Hitachi P42H401 P42H401A P50H401 and P50H401A models The use of other apparatus is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury 3 The wall mount unit for the 50 and 42 models is WM07S and for the 55 models is WM07L Please see page 7 for important information related to the wall mount Wall Mount unit is an optional accessory Not Included Remote Control Unit CLU 4371UG2 Part No HL02075 only H401 series Wire Clamp 50 models only Remote Control Unit CLU 4372UG2 Part No HL02076 only H4011 series Two AA size 1 5V batteries Table Top Stand UX27661 42 model UX27281 50 models Power Cord P EV01841 REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1 Open the battery cover of the rem
3. ud 3 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of SS Bis the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT i AUDIO L jack MONTOR OUT INPUT 1 yv INPUT 2 INPUT 3 YAVIDEO o 4 Press the INPUTS button then select INPUT 1 wa 2 ee from the INPUTS menu to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player 5 Select CABLE or AIR from the INPUTS menu to 00 Pack of VCR or ViDEO VideoL R return to the last channel tuned Laserdisc Player PY SufPur L VCR or Laserdisc Player NOTE 1 Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose 2 A single VCR can be used for VCR 1 and VCR 2 see page 17 but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input output connections Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH HDMI OR NOTE 1 DVI CAPABILITY TO HDMI 1 HDMI 2 OR HDMI FRONT 20 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 Rear panel below 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 as shown on the Rear Panel below With DVI output connect the cable from the A
4. MPEG NR Reduces mosquito noise in the picture Auto Movie Mode Turn On Off the 3 2 Pulldown detection feature Black Side Panel Set the gray side bars from gray to black when watching 4 3 signals in standard mode Aspect Choose the picture format aspect ratio Reset Video Settings Choose to Reset Video Settings to factory settings Treble Adjust the treble Bass Adjust the bass Balance Adjust the balance Surround Select Surround settings Off Wide Normal Bass Boost Select Bass Boost option ON or OFF Audio Source Select between three Audio Sources Internal Speakers Select internal or external speakers Auto Noise Cancel Eliminates the noise between stations Perfect Volume Adjust volume in fixed setting between stations Loudness Adjust Loudness Language Select Language options if available Digital Output Select Optical Output options DRC Select Dynamic Range Compression to ON or OFF NOTE The Language Digital Output and the Dynamic Range Compression feature of the Audio OSD are only available for Digital channels Access Signal Meter Set Auto Channel Scan Set Channel List Change Access Code Change Lock access code Engage Lock Choose to lock channel and or Front panel Block various types of movies and video types based on motion picture ratings Block various types of movies
5. NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the Cable Box for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Cable Box The Remote Control for Set Top Box Satelite Receiver Functions 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 below for pre codes 1 Turn ON your set top box satellite systems 2 To switch to set top box satellite STB pre coded mode press and release the SAT button 3 Hold down the SAT button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your set top box satellite receiver as shown below Release the SAT button 4 Aim the remote at the set top box satellite receiver and press the POWER button The remote will turn off your set top box satellite receiver when the correct two digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your set top box satellite receiver If the set top box satellite receiver does not turn off try a different two digit preset code 5 The remote will now control your set top box satellite receiver NOTE 1 If your set top box satellite receiver cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your set top box satellite receiver code has not been precoded into the remote 2 In the unlikely event th
6. 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 Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI plasma television Please fill out your warranty card and mail it to HITACHI This will enable HITACHI to notify you promptly in the improbable event that a safety problem should be discovered in your product model Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this plasma television CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of a sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to a person The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this plasma television 1 Read these instructions Keep these instructions
7. 44 Adult Violence Guidelines May contain violence integral to the development of the plot character or theme intended for adult audiences Other Content Guidelines May contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and or sex 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 l Use the CURSOR PAD A V to select the CANADIAN RATINGS FRN category that you want to block Press SELECT to block the CANADIAN RATINGS FRN that you have selected Once rating is selected for example 8 ANS all movies and television programs rated 8 ANS and higher will be blocked automatically Press EXIT to quit the menu or select CANADIAN RATINGS FRN to return to the previous menu Canadian Ratings French Chart EES CETA Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings Tv Ratings Canadian Ratings Eng Canadian Ratings Frn Region 5 gt Move EL Select Locks Canadian Ratings Frn Status G 8 ans 13 ans 16 ans 18 ans Move GED General Programming intended for audiences of all ages Contains no violence or the violence content is minimal or is depicted appropriately with humor or caricature or in an 8 General Not recommended for young children Programming intended for a broad audience but contains light or occasional violence that could distu
8. CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MONAURAL AUDIO Arz ieee AN SOURCE TO INPUT 1 FRONT INPUT Air signal 1 Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT eres J VIDEO jack as shown on the Rear Panel on the An right A Al S VIDEO VIDEO p J L R 2 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the are VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT Soo Rs232 upio MONITOR OUT MONO L AUDIO jack INPUT 1 INPUT 2 3 Press the INPUTS button then select INPUT 1 2 3 or Front from the INPUTS menu to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player forngas our Digtal Audo oL29363 A 4 Select CABLE or AIR from the INPUTS menu to Backot Dr Pr return to the previous channel VCR OUTPUT For INPUT FRONT please see page 16 for reference lt YY CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER VER fr CAUTION ANE T MSE EN GARDE A To monitor the audio level of the Plasma TV to an external audio amplifier connect the system as shown on the right The OPTICAL OUT from the Rear Panel is a fixed output The Volume of the amplifier is controlled by the amplifier not by the soe Plasma Television The OPTICAL OUT terminal lance MI outputs all audio sources with Optical IN capability Air signal 1 Connect an optical cable from the Optical out to PE peee spe mp Py the O
9. Canadian Ratings Eng 1 Use the CURSOR PAD A VY to select the Canadian Ratings Frn CANADIAN RATINGS ENG category that you want to block Region 5 Move SEJ Select 2 Press SELECT to block the CANADIAN RATINGS ENG that you have selected Once rating is selected for example C8 all movies and e Ee television programs rated C8 and higher G PG See 14 and 18 will be blocked automatically He a n 3 Press EXIT to quit the menu or select CANADIAN 14 6 RATINGS ENG to return to the previous menu 18 a Move SE Return Canadian Ratings English Table C Programming intended for children under age 8 Violence Guidelines Careful attention is paid to themes which could threaten children s sense of security and well being There will be no realistic scenes of violence Depictions of aggressive behaviour will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary comedic or unrealistic in nature Other Content Guidelines There will be no offensive language nudity or sexual content C8 Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own Violence Guidelines Violence will not be portrayed as the preferred acceptable or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on television Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent discreet of low intensity and will show th
10. 2 Vertical Position setting returns to 0 automatically after TV power On Off Reset Video Settings This function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and return it to the Day Dynamic VIDEO mode sf Video Use CURSOR PAD A Y to highlight functions lt gt Color Temperature High Black Enhancement High 2 Press the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD P to Contrast Mode Dynamic select Reset Video Settings Eion Lon 3 Use the CURSOR PAD to access at the Reset Auto Movie Mode R softkey Black Side Panel off 4 Press the SELECT button to Reset the Video a Settings eset ideo settings gt 7 gt Move EL Return You can customize each of the Video Inputs to your preference to increase viewing performance and gt rt Video pleasure depending upon the video program being el our viewed If RESET is selected only the selected Input will z reset to the initial conditions as explained above Z Select Reset to return to Video menu settings D on this Input to the original factory settings If RESET is selected in Input 1 only Input 1 will return to factory conditions Move GEL Return _ Video OQ Audio __ Channel Manager Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and dsp _ Locks to improve the sound quality Move SEQ Select 1 Press CURSOR PAD A or F to select menu item 2 Press CURSOR PAD lt or gt to adjust the function 3
11. 50 Vie ouch Sneed 0 960 horiz x 0 640 vert mm 55 FCC class 62 64 B for Consumer Use e Power Requirements 108 132VAC 60Hz e Operating Temperature 41 F to 95 F 1 Screen mode availability varies by input format HDTV Televisions display HDTV only when an HDTV source is available All specifications weights and dimensions are subject to change without prior notice Please access www hitachi us tv for detailed specifications and dimensions for custom installations UltraVision Digital is a registered trademark of Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc montavista COPYRIGHT c 1999 2007 MONTAVISTA SOFTWARE INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED HIA Homi the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories 59 Cc N p c 3 fe 3 f fe gt Set Dimensions 42 Inch Models Includes Table Top Stand Weight Ibs kg 80 4 36 5 f i os Ser x aa c e 5 ia 2 E Q Rear View Use as Reference for Wall Mount Bracket nis A B
12. O E x te 24 TV POWER DVD O O00 CO ae INPUTS ASPECT cc DAY NIGHT Q Ome xm O C Ga cc oop POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode MODE buttons These buttons allow the remote to control your TV VCR DVD Cable box Satellite box depending on which button is pressed Refer to page 28 31 for how to change between each of these modes DAY NIGHT button Press this button to toggle between Day Normal Day Dynamic 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 34 for settings changes NOTE For automatic DAYINIGHT picture mode settings see page 48 How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV 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 4 3 ZOOM1 ZOOM2 Use this aspect mode to display conventional 4 3 Use these aspect modes to zoom in on images Side panels gray areas are placed to the conventional 4 3 sources left and right of the image to prese
13. and television programming based on a parental guide ratings Canadian Ratings ENG Block various types of movies and television programming based on the Canadian ratings system Canadian Ratings FRN Block various types of movies and television programming based on the Canadian French ratings system Signal Meter Auto Channel Scan Channel List Movie Ratings TV Ratings Region 5 Ratings system for DTV Signal to block various types of programs Set Clock Settings Set Sleep Timer intervals 30 min intervals 00 30 3 00 Set Day Night Timer Set Day Night picture mode settings Set viewing reservation for TV programs Choose English French or Spanish text and Background Select Screen Saver options to prevent screen burn Label Video Inputs VCR DVD etc Set The Closed Captions Feature to display dialogue text Set The Quick Start Options Select the TV Quick Start Up options Select to upgrade TV software and to Reset TV settings Set the Clock Set Sleep Timer Set Event Timer Set The Menu Options Set The Screen Saver Set The Inputs Reset The Software NOTE 1 The Signal Meter feature of the Channel Manager OSD is only available for Digital channels 33 O 5 U iz ad D D gt z 7 a fo lt gt s a ka m g O ad Oo Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture q
14. c ofe r e H ifs x et mi n olefaltri s r 2 3 4 2 3 4 30 21 32 28 1116 21 31 32 17 31 82 15 1132 36 7 16 20 23 32 4 23132 3 916 1 118 15 9192 8 1932 24 1316 8 19 32 9 78 12 18 6 116 mm fioro 779 15 713 00 558 32 456 15 390 00 526 60 119 50 90 80 28 70 388 38 218 50 630 00 218 50 251 00 308 00 154 00 60 Set Dimensions 50 Inch Models Includes Table Top Stand Weight Ibs kg 116 7 53 A ui T i i D 3 Rear View Use as Reference for Wall Mount Bracket Units A B C D E F G H J K L M N O P Q R S T Inches 48 13 16 2 9 16 2 9 16 34 11 16 32 5 16 27 17 32 19 29 32 17 17 32 43 23 32 24 13 16 5 1 2 3 25 32 1 1 4 16 5 8 12 24 13 16 12 11 3 4 12 1 8 8 7 16 mm 1240 65 00 65 00 880 85 820 50 699 12 505 85 445 5 1110 00 630 00 127 50 96 00 31 50 422 08 305 00 630 00 305 00 298 00 308 00 214 50 61 Cc
15. 1 Use the CURSOR PAD A to highlight the desired function in the LOCKS menu je D Please Enter Access Code T 2 Press the SELECT button to select T US Change Access Code 1 To change the ACCESS CODE NUMBER select CHANGE ACCESS CODE to change the factory preset code 0000 to your preference Locks If you forget your ACCESS CODE NUMBER use the factory code 7777 to erase your key number This will reset the access code number back to the factory preset 0000 Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings Eng COCO Canadian Ratings Frn 2 Enter a new four digit number Region 5 7 Move SE Select 3 Press EXIT to quit the menu Engage Lock When ENGAGE LOCK is selected SET CHANNEL LOCK and SET FRONT PANEL LOCK can be set individually When SET CHANNEL LOCK is turned on the picture and sound for the chosen channel will be blocked out When FRONT PANEL LOCK is turned on all buttons on the Front Panel will be deactivated except the POWER button e gt 2 42 9 N i lt When MOVIE RATINGS is selected you can block various types of movies and video tapes based on motion picture ratings see page 42 When TV RATINGS is selected various types of television programming based on a parental guide ratings will be blocked see page 43 Use CANADIAN RATINGS to block various types of movies and television programs based
16. 2 0 0 20 eee 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm e S Video Luminance Y 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm Chrominance C 0 286Vp p 75 Ohm e Component Video Luminance Y 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm Chrominance Pp Pp 0 7Vp p 75 Ohm e Audio input Impedance 270k Ohm e Average input level 470mVrms HDMI sce soa teak th eee nee eased 19 PIN Outputs e Video1 0Vp p 75 Ohm e AUGIO mine ikea es ote 470m Vrms 1k Ohm e Optical Out Digital Audio 1 Optical Connector Audio e MTS Stereo SAP e Bass Boost e Surround Sound e 20W e Soft Mute 50 Supplied Accessories e Remote Control Batteries AA e 6 AC Power cord cable e Table Top Stand 42 and 50 only included in a box e Wire Clamp 50 models only Optional Accessories e For U S Models Please access our website www hitachi us tv INPUTS OUTPUTS e Wideband Component Y Ps PR 2 e Composite Video 0 00020008 4 e S Video 2 2 eee 1 e Antenna RF Inputs 2 0008 1 e Audio Output 00 2 1 e Monitor Output 0 0 20002 1 e Optical Output nsss esasan ennnen 00 eee 1 e Upgrade Card Slot 00 00 eee eee 1 ADMIR dreri erino akg peat eae oe ete 3 e RS232C Interface 0 cee ee 1 SPECIFICATIONS e Pixel Pitch 0 900 horiz x 0 485 vert mm 42 eer eee 0 864 horiz x 0 580 vert mm
17. CBL SAT Exits out of the OSD or INPUTS menu systems if their menu is displayed FAVORITE CHANNEL FAV CH button TV Press to enter access Favorite Channel FAV mode GUIDE BUTTON SAT STB CBL Accesses the program guide of other devices A INFO BUTTON TV CBL SAT Displays various information on the screen CHANNEL BUTTONS TV CBL SAT VCR Changes the channel LAST CHANNEL LC BUTTON TV CBL SAT Switches between the current and last channel viewed gt DVD VCR CONTROL BUTTONS DVD VCR Controls the precode functions of your VCR and DVD SAT Satellite Receiver 1 The TV s remote control sensor is located on the right bottom portion of the TV screen To control TV functions please point the remote control directly at the remote control sensor for best results Front Panel Controls FRONT VIEW PUSH TO OPEN CONTROL DOOR 2 QO FRONT PANEL CONTROLS UPGRADE CARD m SERVICE USE ONLY PUSH EJECT HDMI FRONT 0 YVVUVuUVvUUYU YVvyY Y CH VIDEO L MONO MENU INPUT lt lt voL gt A POWER R AUDIO INPUT FRONT i FRONT POWER button Press this button to turn the Plasma Television ON OFF It can also be turned ON OFF by remote control The MAIN POWER button must be at stand by
18. Start option to ON the option of Reset TV Settings will not operate unless you turn ON OFF the main power button Reset The Software This feature shows software information and easy upgrade procedure This function allows the TV software to be upgraded by using a flash card MMC SD 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 1 Insert MMC SD CARD 2 Press the CURSOR PAD A or to highlight UPGRADE NOW 3 Press the SELECT button to select and start upgrading 4 Unplug the AC power cord when the UPGRADE is complete NOTE Any power interruption during the upgrade process will cancel the upgrade When this happens repeat the upgrade procedure Reset TV Settings a Setup v Setup The Menu Options Set The Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set The Closed Captions Set The Quick Start Options Reset The Software Move EL Select Setup v Set The Quick Start Options v Select ON to have the TV tune channels quickly at 1st turn on Select OFF to save electricity O Off On Move 6E Select Setup z Setup The Menu Options Set The Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set The Closed Captions Set The Quick Start Options Reset The Software gt Move GEL Select v Reset The Software M MMC Sof
19. This is usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems neon lamps electrical drills ghosting of the image and weak signals BLACK SCREEN When using an antenna weak signals will display a black screen It may be necessary to upgrade your antenna NOTE The TV set can generate sound distortion in external devices such as a radio Please separate radio equipment from the TV set to a considerable distance Troubleshooting 1 Plasma Television Troubleshooting Notes A buzzing sound may be heard when the plasma television is turned on in a very quiet 1 Buzzing souna from Plasma room This is due to the plasma panel drive circuit when it is functioning The buzzing display panel f P sound is normal and is not a malfunction Some infrared rays are emitted from the plasma television panel that might affect the operation of other infrared controlling equipment High precision technology is used to manufacture the plasma television But there Bright and dark spots maybe points that do not illuminate points that are too bright and points with color different from that of the periphery Please note that this is not a malfunction 3 In some cases residual images may remain after the short term display of still images Picture Image when the picture changes The plasma display panel display images by means of electrical discharges inside the 5 piepiay pane sanace panel This may cause the temperature of the pan
20. VIDEO m OUTPUT CAPABILITY Video Game DVD Video Game Console Video Camera NOTE 1 Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks If you do not the played back picture may be abnormal 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 The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions However you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components and features For best performance video and audio cables should be made from coaxial shielded wire 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 Use the CURSOR PAD A and Y to select the Input of your choice Then press the SELECT button or the CURSOR PAD P to confirm your choice see page 26 INPUTS lt 1 seuecr Move GEL Sel Rear Panel Connections Outside Antenna or Cable TV coaxial cable 2 Way signal splitter Ze Optional ie N MISE_EN GARDE A This product contains lead Dispose of this product in accordance with SOLE DE CHOC ELETRE applicable environmental laws For product
21. adult guardian NC 17 No one 17 and under admitted X Adults only Y Adults only Select TIMERS to set your Clock Sleep Timer Event Timer and Day Night Timer Ts 2 Press the SELECT button to select Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Use the CURSOR buttons A or W to highlight the zr Movs EE Select function to be adjusted TOi Set The Clock To The Clock must be adjusted before you can use the S set The Clock Foeeet SET EVENT TIMER or DAY NIGHT TIMER feature OR Set Sleep Timer 0 00 1 2 Press the SELECT button to select If you observe daylight savings use CURSOR PAD to highlight DAYLIGHT SAVING CORRECTION and press the E SELECT button to select EET Time Zone 5 PST 3 Use the CURSOR PAD lt gt 4 V to highlight pae Be Er the CURRENT TIME hour and minute AM or PM SE Re AEE MONTH DAY and YEAR for daylight savings changes Move SEQ Return 4 Use the CURSOR PAD A to adjust settings 5 Press the SELECT button to set the TIME AND DATE 6 Press EXIT to quit the menu or select SET THE CLOCK to return to the previous menu NOTE 1 When AUTOMATICALLY ADJUST CLOCK FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING CHANGES is checked v the Set Day Night Timer Not Set Set Event Timer Not Set qS Use the CURSOR PAD lt gt 4 to highlight Move sei Select the chosen TIME ZONE settings TV will automatically calculate the clock adjustment for Daylight Saving 2 The TV counts electrica
22. age of 7 TV G General audience It contains little or no violence no strong language and little or no sexual dialogue or situations TV PG Parental guidance suggested The program may contain infrequent coarse language limited violence some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations TV 14 Parents strongly cautioned This program may contain sophisticated themes intense sexual situation more intense violence and intensely suggestive dialogue TV MA Mature audiences only This program may contain mature themes indecent language graphic violence and explicit sexual content Fantasy Violence Violence Sexual Situation Adult Language m a 1 o lt a Sexually Suggestive Dialogue NOTE 1 If you Block TV 14D you will still permit TV MA programs If you block TV 14V you will automatically block TV MAV programs but you will still permit TV MALS programs This means that the TV will block violence in TV 14 and higher TV MA but not language and sex 2 TV program ratings are dependent on the broadcaster If the program is not rated the TV will not block it 43 e 5 U iz D D gt g 7 a 9 lt gt s a ka m g O ad Oo Canadian Ratings Eng MENU Locks Use CANADIAN RATINGS ENG to block any type of O CENE cous movie and television program in Canada that you feel x f A lt gt Movie Ratings might be inappropriate in its content SI Fae
23. cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 Televisions are designed to comply with the recommended safety standards for tilt and stability Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front or top of the cabinet which could cause the product to overturn resulting in product damage and or personal injury 16 Follow instructions for wall shelf or ceiling mounting as recommended by the manufacturer 17 An outdoor antenna should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical circuits 18 If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electric Code ANSI NFPA No 70 1984 provides information with respect to proper grounding for the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding connectors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode a lead in wire NEC National Electric Code 4 Ground m ig Electric service equipment Antenna discharge unit NEC Section 810 20 Grounding conductors NEC Section 810 21 Power service grounding electrode system NEC Art 250 Par
24. expose this apparatus to rain or moisture e The plasma television should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and objects filled with liquids such as vases should not be placed on the television e This apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection Public viewing of copyrighted material Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies as well as programs from other sources may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized and is intended for home and other limited consumer uses only unless otherwise authorized Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Note This digital television is capable of receiving analog basic digital basic cable television programming by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video on demand a cable operator s enhanced program guide and data enhanced television services may require the use of a set top box For more information call your local cable company Note e There are no user serviceable parts inside the plasma television e Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side and right
25. i I C lt Mute 8 Closed Captioning will display automatically when MUTE SOFT MUTE is on and Closed Caption is set to AUTO see page 53 When the TV power is turned off at a volume level 31 or greater the volume level will default to 30 when the TV is turned on However if it is set to a level 30 or less the volume level will be at the level it was set when the TV is turned on CHANNEL SELECTOR FAVORITE CHANNEL FAV CH buttons The CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons are used to select channels lock access code etc Use the CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons to enter one two or three numbers to select channels Enter O first for channels 1 to 9 or simply press the single digit channel you wish to tune then wait a few seconds for the TV to tune Channel selection may also be performed by CHANNEL CH UP A or CHANNEL CH DOWN V FAV CH gt How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV Press the FAV CH button to switch to Favorite FAV channel mode You will know you are in Favorite Channel mode when FAV is displayed and the displayed channel is GREEN Press it again to return to your regular tuned channels You can add any channel to your Favorite channel list by pressing and holding down the FAV CH button until the displayed channel turns from WHITE to highlighted GREEN You can also delete a channel from your favorite channel list by pressing and holding down the FAV CH button until the displayed channel turns highlight
26. recycling and disposal information contact your local government agency or www eRecycle org in California the Electronic Industries Aliance at www eiae org in the US or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www epsc ca in Canada For more information call 1 800 HITACHL CAUTION ISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Ce produit contient du plomb Disposez de ce produit en tenant compte des lois environnementales applicables Pour de l information sur le recyclage ou mani re de disposer de ce produit consultez vos autorit s locales ou www eRecycle org California Electronic Industries Alliance au wwweiaeorg USA ou Recyclage des produits lectroniques Canada au wwwrpec ca Canada Pour plus d information appelez le 1 800 HITACHI Apparatus Claims of USPatent Nos 4 631 630 4 577 216 4 819 098 4 907 093 and 6 381 747 licensed for limited viewing uses only Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of AIR CABLE T AUDIO S VIDEO T ry ae J OO OQO MONITOR OUT e Y VIDEO OG Se ARR INPUT 2 a AN YVIDEO OO INPUT 3 DIYS af 45 center OPTICAL OUT Digital Audio 0L29363 OUTPUT HDMI OUTPUT y Pe DIGITAL OUTPUT Y PB QPRRL R 06000 Pg Pr e E A HDTV Set Top Box OUTPUT DVD Player SERVICE USE ONLY RS232C Hom INPUT 1
27. setting it to DVD mode PRECODED DVD Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded DVD codes EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV The Remote Control for DVD Functions oO pvp POWER VCR CBL T AN V O SAT O00 OD INPUTS ASPECT DAY NIGHT o CO O t fe OOO Oww 0 Aa ie FAV CH CH MUTE GUIDE INFO i MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS the DVD player NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the DVD player for operation of the buttons exclusively for The Remote Control for VCR Functions OPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTION FOR YOUR VCR This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your VCR refer below for pre codes 1 Turn ON your VCR 2 To switch to VCR pre coded mode press and release the VCR button 3 Hold down the VCR button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your VCR as shown below Release the VCR button 4 Aim the remote at the VCR and press the POWER button The remote will turn off your VCR when the correct two digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your VCR If the VCR does not turn off try a different two digit preset code 5 The remote will now control your VCR N
28. side of the plasma television Prevention of screen damages Continuous on screen displays such as video games stock market quotations computer generated graphics and other fixed non moving patterns can be permanently imprinted onto your TV screen Such SCREEN DAMAGES constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty If still images are left on the screen for more than 2 5 minutes protection function will work automatically so that contrast reduces to minimize image retention on plasma display panel Please note that this is not a malfunction but it helps to minimize image retention The original contrast will restore after moving images are displayed for about 6 minutes Original contrast can be restored quickly by turning power Off On with remote control or power switch on unit Lead Notice This product contains lead Dispose of this product in accordance with applicable environmental laws For product recycling and disposal information contact your local government agency or www eRecycle org in California the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org in the US or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www epsc ca in Canada FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 1 800 HITACHI Accessories Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material Remote Control Two AA size Power Cord Wire Clamp 1 5V batteries 50 models only
29. the DAY of the MONTH Use the CURSOR PAD P A or to highlight and select the YEAR Use the CURSOR PAD P A or V or NUMBER buttons to set the channel the TV will tune into A 4 in the box means the Event is enabled Please Set Clock First Timers Set The Clock Set Sleep Timer Set Day Night Timer Set Event Timer Move EL Select Timers Set Event Timer 10 25 AM PST 0 30 Not Set gt Not Set M QEventt AM gt Jan 1 2007 Cable O Event2 OEvent3 O Event4 Move Timers Set Event Timer O Event2 QEvent3 Cable QEvent4 Cable Move ED Return Cable Cable Cable Jan 1 2007 Jan 1 2007 Jan 1 2007 Jan 1 2007 Jan 1 2007 Jan 1 2007 Jan 1 2007 NOTE 1 When the INFO button is pressed the Event Timer Icon will only display the current date ON OFF timer 2 The OFF TIMER will only activate if the TV was turned on by the ON TIMER and any menu operations includes channel selection were not made after this time If you change the channel or operate the menu after the ON TIMER has been activated the OFF TIMER will deactivate LN CAUTION Do not use your TV as a deterrent when away from home by using the ON and OFF TIMERS For safety the TV should be turned off when you are away from home 49 e T U 2 s D D a a 9 lt gt s a 2 m O 2 O afd Oo
30. to adjust the function 4 Press MENU to return to main menu 5 Press EXIT to quit menu Contrast Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture Brightness Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness Color Use this function to adjust the level of color in the picture Tint Use this function to adjust flesh tones so they appear natural Sharpness Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture 34 fot ol Contrast Day Dynamic 100 50 62 50 High High Dynamic gt lt 4 Day Dynamic gt Next Prev lt gt Select se Return 100 Next Prev lt gt Change GeL Return 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 Black Enhancement Use this function to enhance the shadow detail in dark scenes using the settings off low middle and high NOTE 1 If CONTRAST is selected you are adjusting CONTRAST The additional menu items BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT and SHARPNESS can be selected and adjusted in the same manner 2 It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the COMPONENT VIDEO Y PsPr input jacks 3 CABLE and AIR share a Video setting Also each of the video inputs have their own independent settings Contrast Mode Use this function to ch
31. upgrades Hitachi will notify you if a software upgrade is required for your TV In order to receive written notification please complete and return your warranty card Front Panel Controls POWER light indicator To turn the TV ON press the main power switch located on the lower right side of the TV Ared stand by indicator lamp located on the lower right corner of the front bezel will illuminate The Plasma TV is now ready for remote ON OFF operation ls Indicating Lamp RIC Lae Indicating Lamp Power Status Operating Operating o O ow ore When the main power switch is set to Off Lights OFF When the main power switch on the TV is ON Red Stand by Light Aal TV MAIN POWER is ON picture is shown Lights Off TV MAIN POWER is ON with no signal input Orange Power Saving except antenna no sync signal AD When TV receives the IR signal from R C REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this area when selecting channels adjusting volume etc INPUT FRONT JACKS INPUT FRONT provide composite Video jacks for connecting equipment with this capability such as a DVD player or Camcorders NOTES 1 Your HITACHI Plasma TV will appear to be turned OFF lights orange if there is no video input when INPUT 1 2 3 Front or HDMI 1 2 Front is selected Check the Power Light to make sure the TV is turned off or in Stand by mode lights red when not in use 2 Remote Co
32. will not work with this TV 2 Caption Display will not work when viewing a 480p 720p or 1080i input via the COMPONENT Y PBPr or HDMI inputs 3 Digital Captions Font Style are sometimes different from the Font Style of Analog Captions 4 Closed Caption and Digital Captions availability and content depends on the broadcaster Closed Caption is available when Closed Caption icon is displayed on screen 5 Digital Captions language will not be available grayed out when using analog channels 1 1 Unknown Default Standard Standard Off Captions 1 Default Standard Standard 53 O 2 D gt o lt gt s a ka m g O ad Oo Set The Quick Start Options This feature will select QUICK START UP options Set this feature to ON to have the TV tune channels both Analog and Digital quickly when first turning the TV on Set this feature to OFF to save electricity Selecting ON for the QUICK START UP feature will activate the TV tuners circuits when the TV is in standby mode which is commonly referred to as off This will allow you to quickly tune to channels when first turning the TV on Digital signals often change and this feature will monitor any changes and prepare the television to quickly present a picture A small amount of electricity is used to continually monitor signals when this feature is selected NOTE 1 When setting the Quick
33. you to select between Dolbye Digital and PCM This setting will be fed into optical output potacr DIGITAL Dolby Digital Select this feature if the TV is connected to an amplifier receiver with a DolbyeDigital only decoder it will provide six independent soundtrack channels through the optical output jack Digital Audio NOTE Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories PCM Select this feature if the TV is connected to an amplifier receiver with a PCM only decoder it will provide two independent soundtrack channels through the optical output jack Digital Audio DRC Dynamic Range Compression Use this function to dsp TE z compress the range of sound volume By compressing EN SE B i aaee the range of sound volume it is possible not only to OR Bass 50 suppress the output of loud sound at night but also to ef Balance L OZER raise the volume of low sound The default setting is ON cS Surround Of Bass Boost off Use the CURSOR PAD lt or P to select the chosen iAudio Seuree Stereo tions Internal Speakers On op Auto Noise Cancel off Perfect Volume Off Move geL Select NOTE The functions Language Digital Output and DRC are only available when viewing digital programs gt n ines i JSD Bass Boost off Use the functions at right if your TV is connected to an audo Source REO amplifier receiver with optical digital input with Dolb
34. 0cm Please adjust the wire length to avoid touching the wall when turning the TV NOTES 1 Do not block the ventilation holes of the Plasma Television Blocking the ventilation holes might cause fire or defect 2 In case of an abnormal symptom unplug the AC cord 3 If you purchased the wall mount bracket option please ask for professional installer Do not install by yourself 4 Install the unit at a proper area where it does not expose anyone to any danger of hitting themselves for example their hands head or face etc against the edge of the unit and cause personal injury Caution when moving the main unit As this product is heavy whenever it is moved two people are required to transport it safely Whenever the unit is moved it should be lifted forward using the top and base on both sides of the Television for stability When moving the Television lift the handles then support the top frame as shown below NOTE The Table Top Stand for model P55H401 and P55H4011 is not included Optional ANTENNA Unless your Plasma Television is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for best performance However if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and multiple image ghosts an indoor antenna may be sufficient LOCATION Select an area where sunlight or br
35. 50 Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time 1 Use the CURSOR PAD A or to select the sub menu of your choice 2 Press the SELECT button to select Set The Menu Options Setup the Language and background of the Menu OSD Set The Language This feature will allow you to select any one of three different languages for all on screen displays 1 Use the CURSOR PAD lt or P to select the language of your choice 2 Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET THE MENU OPTIONS to return to previous menu TO o fe D fon i Q D im 3 fo m Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup gt Move Setup Setup The Menu Options SEQ Select Set The Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set The Closed Captions Set The Quick Start Options Reset The Software Move Setup Setup The Menu Options EL Select Set The Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set The Closed Captions Set The Quick Start Options Reset The Software gt Move Setup Setup The Menu Options v SEL Select Set The Language Set The Menu Background Move GEL Return M gt i lt gt lt Shaded gt Set The Menu Background This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds 1 Use the CURSOR PAD A or Y to highlight SET THE MENU BACKGROUND SHADED OR SOLID of your choice Use the CURSOR PAD lt or gt to select s
36. 6 9 Input Auto Aspect On e Component 480i 480p IMAGE INPUT 16 9 Input Auto Aspect On Note Please see Appendix A on page 138 139 e Antenna Digital Channel 16 9 e HDMI 720p 1080i 1080p Input gt e Component 720p 1080i IMAGE INPUT Input Note Please see Appendix A lt on page 138 139 ao ENCA lt 4 3 EXPANDED 16 9 ZOOM NOTE 1 The Aspect Style in all video inputs have independent Aspect Style setting 2 Vertical position adjustments are directly available when you choose 4 3 EXPANDED ZOOM1 ZOOM2 or 16 9 ZOOM aspect style see also page 36 3 When displaying 16 9 STANDARD 2 it may appear lines at the edge of the picture this is normal operation of the TV 25 j gt D A o 3 e ar D O a S 5 c jo O 9 _ O E x ta 26 How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV INPUTS button When the remote control is in TV mode press this button to access the INPUTS menu Use the CURSOR and SELECT buttons to scroll and 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 INPUTS d HDMI 2 HDMI Front lt Air Cable lw gt Input 1 Input 2 m a SELECT Move 6EDSelect INPUT 1 Select to choose INPUT 1 INPUT 2 Select to choose INPUT 2 INPUT 3 Select to choose INPUT 3 INPUT FRONT
37. A o 3 ar D 2 n On Screen Display 1 Press MENU on the remote control to display the Oyen ext different features on your HITACHI Plasma TV 2 Use the CURSOR PAD buttons A V lt and gt Ta gt and highlight a different feature of the On Screen Display menu Press the SELECT button to select 3 Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu Lw gt This part of the screen shows which selections are available This part of the screen gt Move Select shows which Remote Control buttons to use gt s a 2 m c O ad x e NOTE The On Screen Display OSD for the different submenus shown in next pages are for illustration purposes only therefore doesn t reflect the actual apearance of the OSD of your HITACHI Plasma TV 32 On Screen Display Picture Mode Select between 3 pictures modes Day Dynamic Day Normal and Night Contrast Adjust contrast Brightness Adjust brightness Color Adjust color Tint Adjust tint Sharpness Adjust sharpness Color Temperature Set this to High for less intense color with more blue set to Medium for natural color set to Standard for standard colors Black Enhancement Enhance picture brightness in light scenes Contrast Mode Use this function to choose between two Contrast Mode settings Noise Reduction Reduces conspicuous noise in the picture
38. ERVICE USE ONLY CABLE or Air signal AIR CABLE RS232c S VIDEO we AL L R MONITOR OUT INPUT 1 veo C INPUT 2 INPUT 3 yvoo C Lorgas our Digital Audo aL29363 DVI to HDMI Input HDTV Set Top Box or DVD Player ANY Back of HDTV OUTPUT Set Top Box L R or DVD Player BIGITAL OUTPUT i d DVI to HDMI Hona Cable EDY SERVICE USE ONLY R5232C AUDIO aa CABLE or Air signal rg USA ou Recyciage des Canada Pour plus d in Manufactured under icense from Dolby Laboratories Doby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Doby Laboratories AIR CABLE ape VIDEO MONITOR OUT INPUT 1 yvoEo C INPUT 2 yvoeo INPUT 3 QL29363 peaa Ch Y Y TE 9 G Connecting External Audio Video Devices CONNECTING A COMPONENT AND STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 2 or 3_ 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 Rear panel below Connect the cable from the Pp Cp OUT or B Y OUT of the Laserdisc DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT PB jack Connect the cable from the PR Cp OUT or R Y OUT of the Laserdisc DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT Pp jack Connect the ca
39. F or UHF antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF adapter Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the TV When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal and connect the cables to the antenna mixer Consult your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer NOTE cable is recommended To CATV cable or To outdoor antenna 0 AIR CABLE To outdoor VHF or UHF antenna To UHF ORE To outdoor antenna antenna or CATV system x t t T Antenna Mixer Connecting a 300 Ohm twin lead connector may cause interference Using a 75 Ohm coaxial Hook up Cables and Connectors 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 300 Ohm Twin Lead Cable This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna adapter 300 Ohm to 75 Ohm Phono or RCA Cable Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the television s rear jack panel and front control panel F Type 75 Ohm Co
40. HITACHI Inspire the Next PLASMA TELEVISION Operating Guide for P42H401 P42H401A P50H401 P50H401A P55H401 P42H4011 P42H4011A P50H4011 P50H4011A and P55H4011 IMPORTANTESAREIVAINSTIRUGTIONS E evceesceeseeseectrcuy sae soees cress geetererescressicererenreeseesterecesereeeeteres 2 3 PELER Sites EUS Bee soe Sean eae esos gs ea meveccvs Srey cc tocce coy E ct eyes vs A E sack rated E Teco 4 22 TAHE REMOTE CONTROL er eeecerecre cee cerreceecece cer ee ecrerer ean ear ere cond oererrecier ee eer er ercr peer rere ter Generar rane erer ee 23 31 ONZSGREENIDIS BIEAN iee2ees eas cx crezavcnecseshcecetaseesten eiecestsvectaisce R E A A 32 54 USERUCINFORMATION ae eee cacesteceneeees cteteg cecsecrscertccesecoereseea toe roceesctegarssecestieecctstesseeeer seer estreseestereerectesc fetes 55 64 OPERATING GUIDE IN SPANISH misicne eer SEEE eE e SAE EE TEETE sees deneecevatesbesiceassssaeeasdvescevsetecevseeasteniseest 65 128 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE sssessssessesresrerrerrerrerrerresrnrrnererrnernsrne 129 137 APPENDIXES a ris enaere epi aeae Tea REEE EPET PERSE cous osisvessceustebanienecsustaacbveiees 138 139 INDEX carae e AEE EEE EEE ESE A EAE EE EE AE A EE A E E EE EATE ERE 140 ULTRAVISION SPANISH _ 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
41. Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding NOaRAN prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use the attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply
42. N D S 3 fe 3 D fe Set Dimensions 55 Inch Models Not Includes Table Top Stand Weight Ibs kg 133 3 60 5 C JIC emer J L__ c Q H _ SS a 2 s 5 ee 72 D Rear View Use as Reference for Wall Mount Bracket Units A B C D E F G H l J K L M N O P Inches 55 1 2 3 15 32 3 15 32 35 5 8 19 3 16 48 19 32 27 1 4 5 1 32 3 25 32 1 1 4 15 11 32 24 1316 15 11 32 4 15 16 10 1 8 12 1 8 MM 1410 00 88 00 88 00 904 50 485 50 1234 00 692 00 127 50 96 00 31 50 390 00 630 00 390 00 125 00 257 308 62 HITACHI Inspire the Next Service Hotline 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 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 HITACHI AMERICA LTD HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION HITACHI has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from y
43. OTE 1 If your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your VCR s code has not been precoded into the remote 2 In the unlikely event that your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your VCR operating guide 3 The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above 4 Press the Record button twice to record VCR button This button allows the remote to control your VCR player by setting it to VCR mode PRECODED VCR Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the VCR for operation of the buttons exclusively for the VCR aaa a vo i TT 0 POWER i i DVD VCR CBL SAT INPUTS ASPECT cc DAY NIGHT O FAV CH CH GUIDE O MUTE D A e OO Q OOGO OOG OOOO e EZ OO OO ji VCR BRAND CODES AIWA sirsitiesasniisniriyiairaissyiirisiiot DAEWOO EMERSON GEY ea a cece scstease GOLD STAR HITACHI PANASONIC scie eistis nnii aen r ear Eee ne 10 11 PHILIPS SONY 00 TOSHIBA ZENITH MY VCR PLAYER CODE IS 31 j gt D
44. Press EXITto quit the MENU or select AUDIO to return to the main menu _ J D Encl v 1 gt Treble J NOTE If TREBLE is selected you are adjusting OR Bass 50 treble The additional menu items BASS a a and BALANCE can be selected and gt Bass Boost off adjusted in the same manner Audio Source Stereo Internal Speakers On Auto Noise Cancel off Perfect Volume Move SEL Return Treble This function controls the high frequency audio to all speakers Bass This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers Balance This function will control the left to right balance of the Plasma TV internal speakers Surround Surround sound is the concept of expanding the spatial imaging of audio from one dimension Mono Left Right to two or three dimensions This is often done to create a more realistic audio environment 1 Use CURSOR PAD A or V to highlight surround option 2 Use CURSOR PAD lt or gt to select Off Normal or Wide Off turns off the surround sound effect Normal Surround Provides the surround effect by locating two or more speakers to the rear of the listener Wide Surround Reproduce much better quality 5 channel sound signals from ordinary stereo contents comparing with normal surround technology Wide surround enable users to enjoy sound playback in wide surround virtual area like 5 channel contents with ordinary stereo contents Bass Boost This function
45. Quick Start Options M Caption Display SI Setup z ON OFF will turn the ec display on or off Zama Set The Closed Captions AUTO will turn the display on when ee Caption Display Mute Soft Mute is on S _ Channel Analog Captions Digital moion Set CAPTIONS for Analog programs This Sie function will help choose and set available maine mode and channel Caption Mode CAPTIONS is for the program you are viewing TEXT is for additional information such as news reports or a TV program guide This information covers the entire screen and viewing the TV program is not possible Text may not be available with every ec program Channel 1 is used for the primary language usually English 2 is sometimes used for a second language may vary by region 3 is sometimes used for a third language may vary by region 4 is sometimes used for a fourth language may vary by region Digital Captions Set captions for digital programs This function will help choose and set available language font size and style of digital captions lt Setup OR Caption Display E O D Analog Mode v Set The Closed Captions v Channel 1 Use the CURSOR PAD 4 P gt A or to highlight EE and select desired DIGITAL CAPTIONS feature Size Style Move SEL Return 2 Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET CLOSED CAPTION to return to the previous menu NOTES 1 Some types of digital closed captions
46. Select to choose FRONT INPUT HDMI 1 Select to choose HDMI 1 INPUT HDMI 2 Select to choose HDMI 2 INPUT HDMI FRONT Select to choose FRONT HDMI INPUT AIR CABLE Select between Air or Cable signal CLOSED CAPTIONS CC button Use this button to display the dialogue narration and or sound effects of a television program or home video which are displayed on the TV screen when available Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as or g MENU button The MENU button will start the On Screen Display GUIDE button Cable Box CBL Satellite Receiver SAT Set Top Box STB mode only The use of this button is only applicable when the remote control is in CBL and SAT STB mode Press this button to access the Channel Guide of the CBL and SAT STB EXIT button This button will exit all On Screen Displays CURSOR buttons SELECT button All the On Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using the CURSOR buttons and the SELECT button except for numeric entries Press the CURSOR buttons toward desired direction and press the SELECT button to select 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 SA the time CHANNEL ID and if the TIMER is set ANALOG CHANNELS Analog Channel Main Picture Source EShow Name A Air 8 and channel indication Broadcast channel ide
47. UDIO OUT L of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the INPUT AUDIO L jack as shown on the Rear Panel below Press the INPUTS button then select HDMI 1 2 or FRONT to view the program from the HDTV SET TOP BOX or DVD player Select CABLE or AIR from the INPUTS menu to return to the last channel viewed HDMI input Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose 2 The HDMI input on HDMI 1 2 and FRONT contains the copy protection system called High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP HDCP is a cryptographic system that encrypts video signals when using HDMI connections to prevent illegal copying of video contents 3 HDMI is not a NETWORK technology It establishes a one way point to point connection for delivery of uncompressed video to a display 4 The connected digital output device controls the HDMI interface so proper set up of device user settings determines final video appearance 5 When using a DVI to HDMI cable connect the Audio Out L and R cables at the same INPUT 1 2 or Front as your HDMI INPUT 1 2 or Front For FRONT INPUT see page 15 for reference fr _ CAUTION EN GARDE A HDTV Set Top Box or DVD Player pera ouTeUT Back of HDTV Set Top Box or DVD Player I nll l fc cl 3 bmi creo mara aroa Cable S
48. UT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT i AUDIO R jack aa ale OR PE 3 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the 2 6 K VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT iA UJ mee G AUDIO L jack yvoeo C 4 Press the INPUTS button then select INPUT 1 2 3 or Front from the INPUTS menu to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player 5 Select CABLE or AIR from the INPUTS menu to return to the last channel tuned NOTE 1 Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose 2 A single VCR can be used for VCR 1 and VCR 2 see page 17 but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input output connections 3 When INPUT 2 or 3 are used it is necessary to connect the video output of the device to the YIVIDEO input jack of the TV CONNECTING AN S VIDEO AND STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 1 MISE EN GARDE A Cable or 1 Connect the cable from the S VIDEO OUT of Air signal the S VHS VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT S VIDEO jack as shown on the Rear Panel to the right AIR CABLE 2 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT AUDIO R jack SERVICE use WGE RS232c Aupo S VIPEO VIDEO
49. V Cable TV converters set top boxes satellite receivers SAT and DVD players with one touch Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area To operate your TV press the TV button The remote will now control your television To operate your VCR press the VCR button The remote will now control your VCR see page 31 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your VCR To operate your cable box press the CABLE CBL button The remote will now control your cable box see page 28 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your cable box To operate your set top box or satellite receiver press the SAT button The remote will now control your set top box or satellite receiver If you have a satellite receiver use this button to program your your satellite receiver see page 29 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your SAT To operate your DVD player press the DVD button The remote will now control your DVD player see page 30 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your DVD player QQ INPUTS ASPECT QQ DAY NIGHT MENU f EXIT O FAV CH MUTE e O CO OOOO ORO HITACHI 23 j gt D A o 3 ar D 2 n How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV 5 c e O 9 _
50. allows to enhance the low frequency audio performance of your speaker system 37 O F U 2 O D gt n gA 9 lt gt s a ka m g O ad Oo 38 Audio Source Multi Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO a stereo broadcast MONO monaural sound used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast or SECOND AUDIO PROG SAP which may be a secondary language weather report etc Internal Speakers This function is useful when setting up the external speakers ON Select this feature if using the internal speakers only TV as Center Select this feature when setting up external speakers from a separate stereo system The TV s speakers will work as the center speaker OFF Select this feature if you prefer to use only speakers from a separate stereo system Auto Noise Cancel This function eliminates the noise between stations If a channel is tuned and is noisy this function will automatically eliminate the audio for that channel Perfect Volume This function will automatically adjust volume so each channel and input has the same average volume level Loudness Set this function to ON to emphasize bass and treble at low volume levels Language Some programs transmit more than one DTV language option Most will have English as a default language The language function will allow you to select up to 4 language options if available Digital Output This function allows
51. at your set top box satellite receiver cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your set top box satellite receiver operating guide 3 The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above SAT Set Top Box Satellite button This button allows the remote to control your set top box satellite receiver by setting it to SET TOP BOX SATELLITE mode PRE CODED SET TOP BOX SATELLITE RECEIVER buttons These buttons transmit the chosen pre coded set top box satellite codes EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV o POWER A le ee ee OOO O 0 INPUTS ASPECT DAY NIGHT S555 EXIT aa TP FAV CH CH GUIDE MUTE INFO lc OQ OOOO OOOO 9000H igi HITACHI J SATELLITE BRAND CODES 2006 DIRECT TV ECOSTAR osoase HITACHI a SET TOP BOX BRAND CODES PANASONIC wi dccsitrtnanchitienitinnwienieninnt SAMSUNG ZENITH MY SATELLITE RECEIVER SET TOP BOX CODE IS NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the set top box satellite receiver for operation of the buttons exclusively for the set top box satellite receiver j gt D A o 3 ar D 2 n 2 c e O i re
52. axial Antenna For connecting RF signals antenna or cable TV to the antenna jack on the television S Video Super Video Cable This connector is used on camcorders VCRs and laser disc players with an S Video feature in place of the standard video cable to produce a high quality picture Optical Cable This cable is used to connect to an audio amplifier with o an Optical Audio In jack Use this cable for the best sound quality HDMI Cable This cable is used to connect your external devices such as Set Top Boxes or DVD players equipped with an HDMI output connection to the TV s HDMI input i Stereo Cable 3 8mm plug to 3 5mm plug Used on all standard video and audio cable which gt connect to inputs and outputs located on the rear jack AUDIO OUT gt 3 8mm panel and front control panel STEREO RCA TYPE MINI PLUG PLUGS 10 Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and Functions In addition to controlling all of the functions 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 The remote control must be programmed to control the chosen device Please see pages 23 31 for a complete description of all features and programming of the Remote Control POWER BUTTON TV CBL VCR DVD SAT Turns the selected device on and off INPUTS BUTTON TV Accesses t
53. ble from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT AUDIO R jack Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT AUDIO L jack Press the INPUTS button then select INPUT 2 or 3 from the INPUTS menu to view the program from the Laserdisc DVD player or HDTV set top box Select CABLE or AIR to channel tuned return to the last 2 NOTE 1 Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose See page 18 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS CAUTION MISE_EN GARDE A li 1 800 HITACHI wm juct Stewardship Canada at www epsc ca Apparatus Claims of USPatent No 4 631 630 4 577 216 4 819 098 4 907 093 and 6 381 747 licensed for limited viewing uses only Manufactured under licens Dolby and the double D Dolby Laboratories se from Dolby Laboratories symbol are trademarks of SERVICE USE ONLY RS232C S VIDEO VIDEO MONITOR OUT INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 QL29363 CABLE or Air signal L DVD Player Back of DVD Player OUTPUT OUTPUT AUD r OR gt 6 E 90 0090 HDTV Set Top Box Connecting External Audio Video Devices CAUTION _ MISE_EN GARDE A
54. e consequences of the acts Other Content Guidelines There will be no profanity nudity or sexual content General Audience Violence Guidelines Will contain very little violence either physical or verbal or emotional Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger child will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the effects of violent acts Other Content Guidelines There may be some inoffensive slang no profanity and no nudity PG Parental Guidance Programming intended for a general audience but which may not be suitable for younger children Parents may consider some content inappropriate for unsupervised viewing by children ages 8 13 Violence Guidelines Depictions of conflict and or aggression will be limited and moderate may include physical fantasy or supernatural violence Other Content Guidelines May contain infrequent mild profanity or mildly suggestive language Could also contain brief scenes of nudity 14 Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14 Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre teens and early teens Violence Guidelines May contain intense scenes of violence Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a realistic fashion Other Content Guidelines May contain scenes of nudity and or sexual activity There could be frequent use of profanity 18
55. e source to cable 2 by using the CURSOR buttons lt or gt Video O Audio Channel Manager lt gt lu Oo Locks E gt Timers Setup gt Move GeL Select Channel Manager lt s T Signal Meter OR Auto Channel Scan Channel List SI Move 6E Select Channel Manager E Signal Meter OR Auto Channel Scan lt Channel List Move 6EL Select Channel Manager Signal Meter Channel Strength Peak SNR Move SEL Return MENU Channel Manager Signal Meter Auto Channel Scan Channel List mO v Move SE Select Channel Manager i Auto Channel Scan je D Source imi Auto Channel Scan Start Reset Move GEL Return 39 O 5 U 2 D D a 7 2 9 lt gt s a ka m g O ad Oo Channel Manager Channel List Channel Manager This function allows you to review which channels are Sonea i Auto Channel Scan labeled ID which have been added to CHANNEL Y channel List MEMORY SCAN which are protected by LOCK and Move GE Select which are your FAVORITE FAV CHANNELS 1 Use the CURSOR PAD to navigate the Channel List Press the SELECT button to select ON or OFF on the SCAN and LOCK columns Channel Manager To select LOCK column input the access code a Default access code 0000 FAV CH m Q Press the FAV button to set or remove the FAVORITE settings a Q Off Press t
56. ed Once rating is selected for example PG 13 all movies rated PG 13 and higher R NC 17 and X will be blocked Press EXIT to quit the menu or select REGION 5 to return to the previous menu Alternate Ratings Example Only Program Title Program Time INFO a Program Title E Cable 888 001 11 30AM gt 11 55 2 KDEF DT Rae Multi DTVCC _CF 18 1080i 10 35 AM Audio Language Digital CH Receiving NTSC Analog CH Receiving Rating Broadcast Alternate Ratings 11 30AM Closed Caption Mode Event Timer Fig 1 m Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings Eng Canadian Ratings Frn Region 5 TO 7 Move SEL Select Locks X Region 5 kj Status lt CATEGORY NAME 1 10 6 12345678 cy ABCDEFJH v Move SE View Block Locks v Region 5 v Status 4 CATEGORY NAME 1 10 12345678 ABCDEFJH v Directed to older children Themes and elements in this program may include mild physical or comedic violence or may frighten children under the age of 7 Move SEDView Block amp Source 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 accompanying parent or
57. ed GREEN to WHITE a a A cant Ti DASH button Use the DASH button with the CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons to enter Digital Channels that have subchannel numbers indicated by DASH example 15 1 LAST CHANNEL LC button Press this button to toggle between the current and last channel viewed RECORD button Press twice two times to record programs when the remote is in VCR mode 27 j gt ol A o 3 e ar D O a S 5 jo O o _ O a v c The Remote Control for Cable Box Functions 28 OPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTION FOR YOUR CABLE BOX 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 below for pre codes 1 Turn ON your cable box 2 To switch to Cable CBL pre coded mode press and release the CABLE CBL button 3 Hold down the CBL button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your cable box as shown below Release the CBL button 4 Aim the remote at the cable box and press the POWER button The remote will turn off your cable box when the correct two digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your cable box If the cable box does not turn off try a different two digit preset code 5 The remote will now control your Cable b
58. efinition Multimedia Interface High Bandwidth Digital Content Pro tection V1 1 Compatible e Closed Captions Analog and Digital Sleep and Event Timer Dob Technology DIGITA Video e 1024 x 1080 Display Resolution 42 e 1280 x 1080 Display Resolution 50 e 1280 x 1080 Display Resolution 55 e ALIS Alternate Lighting of Surfaces Technology e High Contrast Pure Color Glass Shield e Wide Viewing Angle More than 160 e Color Temperature Presets High Standard and Medium e Multiple Screen Fill Modes 4 3 Standard 4 3 Expanded 4 3 Zoom 1 4 3 Zoom 2 16 9 Standard1 Standard2 16 9 Zoom e 4MB 10 bit 3D Y C Comb Filter e Picture Modes Day Normal Day Dynamic and Night Inputs e Power Input 05 AC 120V 60Hz e Power Consumption Average Power 2000e eee 42 220 W 50 282 W 55 362 W Maximum Power 42 356 W 3 0A 50 460 W 3 9A 55 560 W 5 3 A e Antenna input impedance 75 Ohm e Channel coverage 203 ch VAF Band ici teaekie aioe heed ee Raw eee 2 13 URE Ban sidamo 14 69 CATV Mid Band A 5 A 1 abe vaca Re eta Ea E EAE 1b E EE og E A I Super Band 02020002 eee J W Hyper Band 0 W 1 W 28 Ultra Band sisted 2 pedee ea ausen ei acs W 29 W 94 e Television System NTSC Standard ATSC Standard 8 VSB 64 QAM 256 QAM e Video
59. el surface to increase Please note that peratu 00 nigh this is not a malfunction A reinforced glass filter is installed over the plasma panel surface A strong impact to ae Plasma Surface the front panel risk a danger of glass breakage Please transport the plasma television in it s packing box and placed in an upright 7 Transportation position Do not transport the plasma television in a horizontal position This increases the posibility of panel breakage and pixel failure When a screen is seen at point blank range a random fine grain may be visible in the e Granular spots dark areas of the picture High temperature High temperature affect the electric discharge luminescence characteristic of the PDP environment panel Do not place the plasma television in high temperature environments Operating altitude 700 to 1 114hPa 9 676ft to 2 484ft Operating temperature 41 F Operation to 95 F Storage altitude 300 to 1 114hPa 31 912ft to 2 484ft Storage temperature 5 F to Storage 140 Repeatedly turning the plasma television Power ON and OFF at short intervals may Power ON or OFF result in failure of the television The on screen motion of an actor s lips or other moving object may not be in sync with 13 Lip sync the associated audio heard from the TV s speakers This is caused by timing differences in the broadcast signal or DVD content and is not caused by a defect in the television Infrared interference 14 Control Button
60. endredi LEST eee 9 00am 7 00pm Samedi LEST cescceeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeee 9 00am 5 00pm La version frangais de votre manual se trouve a exterieur de la bo te Si le manuel est manquant coposez le 1 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 pour obenir votre copie HITACHI CANADA LTD 1 2495 Meadowpine Blvd Mississauga Ontario L5N 6C3 63 Cc N O S 3 fe s 3 f e gt Service Information When you call HITACHI SERVICE HOTLINE they will require some information related to the TV MODEL NAME and SERIAL in order to give you the proper support This information is located on the back of the TV and also on the RIGHT SIDE of your TV set Please follow the next steps to find this information and then provide to SERVICE 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 proper support regarding your questions c e 5 an 2 E 2 64
61. haded or solid 2 Select SOLID for a black background no picture can be seen behind menu screen select SHADED and a light background is visible 3 Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET THE MENU OPTIONS to return to the previous menu Set The Screen Saver Continuous on screen displays such as video games stock market quotations computer generated graphics and other fixed non moving patterns can cause permanent damage to the Plasma Television Use the SCREEN SAVER feature to hide screen burn 1 Use CURSOR PAD A or to highlight Screen Saver s Picture Orbiting and Image Power options 2 Use the CURSOR PAD lt or P to select your choices Option 1 The whole picture will shift every 2 minutes by one pixel Option 2 The whole picture will shift every 10 minutes by one pixel Option 3 The whole picture will shift every 20 minutes by one pixel Image Power This function allows you to choose power consumption reduction based on 3 levels min medium and max Screen Wipe If pattern mark occurs use Screen Wipe White Field Signal for at least 10 minutes to refresh any damage that may have occurred from a pattern mark Screen Wipe can resolve pattern mark to a certain degree if caution is not used permanent damage may occur 1 Use the CURSOR PAD A or to highlight Screen Wipe 2 Press the SELECT button to start 3 Press the EXIT button to return to normal viewing Automatic Power Saving Use t
62. he EXIT button to return to normal viewing Aii AN f gt Move Return _ NFO Detail NOTE 1 The Channel List cannot be updated by only changing the cable source Auto Channel Scan must 40 be performed for the Channel List to be updated Notice United States federal law requires broadcasters to stop transmitting analog non digital television signals after February 17 2009 Accordingly this TV s analog tuner will not be capable of receiving over the air analog television broadcasts after such analog broadcasts are no longer available After February 17 2009 this TV s analog tuner will continue to work with compatible cable and satellite TV systems gaming consoles VCRs DVD players and other similar products Both before and after February 17 2009 this TV s digital tuner will receive available over the air digital television broadcasts using an antenna and other digital television broadcasts using compatible cable satellite or other digital television system connections Please review this Operating Guide for further information regarding such connections This function will block out the picture and sound of the MENU Video O Audio Channel Manager selected channel or video input iS socks ES Timers Setup Move sE Select 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 T
63. he INPUTS menu system ASPECT BUTTON TV Changes the aspect ratio while watching TV MENU BUTTON CBL DVD SAT TV Accesses the OSD menu system CURSOR SELECT BUTTONS TV DVD CBL SAT The CURSOR buttons are used to navigate the cursor through the OSD and INPUTS menu systems and the SELECT button is used to Select Activate the highlighted menu item VOLUME BUTTONS TV Adjusts the audio level of your TV MUTE BUTTON TV Reduces the audio level to 50 if pressed once and to complete mute if pressed twice Press it a third time to restore audio level NUMERIC BUTTONS TV DVD CBL SAT VCR Used to manually enter the TV channel and used for numeric entry when navigating through the OSD menu system BUTTON TV SAT The button is used when the remote is in Set Top Box STB mode or when the TV uses a digital input RECORD BUTTON VCR Press twice 2 times to record programs LEGEND TV Television CBL Cable Box NOTES VCR Video Cassette Recorder Player DVD Digital Video Disc Player SOURCE ACCESS BUTTONS TV DVD VCR CBL SAT Changes the mode of the Universal Remote Control to control the device selected DAY NIGHT BUTTON TV Select picture mode settings between DAY and NIGHT mode INPUTS O5 ASPECT DAY NIGHT Te CC BUTTON TV Press to show and change the Closed Caption mode st Oven EXIT BUTTON TV
64. his feature to turn power off automatically when a video input signal is not detected for 15 seconds Setup v Setup The Menu Options v Set The Language lt 4 English gt Set The Menu Background 4 Move Setup M Setup The Menu Options Set The Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set The Closed Captions Set The Quick Start Options Reset The Software 7 Move EL Select v Set The Screen Saver v Picture Orbiting Option1 Image Power Screen Wipe Automatic Power Saving OR COET Move SEQ Select NOTE This feature works only for INPUT 1 2 3 Front and HDMI 1 2 Front 51 O D gt 3 lt gt s a ka m g O ad Oo Set The Inputs Use this feature to give a name to any of the video Setup z inputs Setup The Menu Options Set The Screen Saver 1 Press the CURSOR PAD A to highlight the video Set The Inputs Set The Closed Captions inputs Set The Quick Start Options Reset The Software 2 Press the CURSOR PAD 4 gt to select your r Move GEJ Select choices Note The inputs labeled Gray out Skip or Hide Skip are disabled in the INPUTS selection Ee Set The Inputs inputi xxx Input2 xxx Input kek Auto Link Off Input Front xxx HDMI1 I kkk HDMI2 TRAAK HDMI Front xx Move SED Return INPUT 3 Auto Link Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to INPUT 3 when it detects a
65. ight indoor illumination will not fall directly on the picture screen Also be sure that the location selected allows a free flow of air to and from the perforated back cover of the set In order to prevent an internal temperature increase maintain a space of 10 cm 4 inches from the sides back of the Television and 30 cm 12 inches from the top of the television to the wall To avoid cabinet warping cabinet color changes and increased chance of set failure do not place the TV where temperatures can become excessively hot for example in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance etc 30 om 12 inches 10 cm 4 inches 710 om 4 inches How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television AC CORD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION The AC cord provided with your new Plasma Television needs to be installed correctly to avoid the AC cord from disconnecting when rotating the TV on its Table top stand Located on the back of the TV are 2 plastic clamps to hold the AC cord Please follow the instructions below Pass the AC cord through Clamp 1 and connect it to the TV Pull on the clamp to tighten the AC cord to the TV The AC cord and the signal cables can all be held together with Clamp 2 Depend on the model size 42 50 or 55 the clamp may be different shapes Only for 50 models the clamp 2 will be included on the accessories bag M Clamp 1 Pass the AC cord th
66. ignal for both inputs Do not connect composite VIDEO and S VIDEO to INPUT 1 at the same time S VIDEO has priority over VIDEO input 2 Your component outputs may be labeled Y B Y and R Y In this case connect the components B Y output to the TV s PBs input and the components R Y output to the TV s PR input 3 Your component outputs may be labeled Y CBCR In this case connect the component CB output to the TV s Ps input and the component CR output to the TV s Pr input 4 It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y PBPR inputs see page 34 5 To ensure no copyright infringement the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal when using the Y PBPR jacks and HDMI Input 6 INPUT 2 and 3 Y VIDEO can be used for composite video and component video input For Special AV control use only For Factory use only Connecting External Video Sources The FRONT panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect HDMI or DVI signals from a DVD Set Top Box Video Game as shown in the following examples When connecting DVI signal it will need to connect the audio output into the Front Audio Input jacks A Connecting HDMI signal FRONT INPUT PANEL BE 0 UPGRADE CARD P lt SERVICE USE ONLY a VIDEO Auno aer ar S VOL Y CHA POWER PUSH EJECT ERGE INPUT FRONT cursor Note Special device cables wi
67. l pulses for regulating the TIMERS When the Main Power button is set to OFF and ON quickly or the power cord is unplugged then plugged quickly the clock is stopped momentarily and the TIME indication will become slow 47 e 5 U 2 D D ej g 7 a 9 lt gt s a ka m g O ad Oo Set Sleep Timer Select this feature to set your SLEEP TIMER from 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minute increments 1 Press the CURSOR PAD P repeatedly to set your Timer from 0 00 0 30 1 00 1 30 2 00 2 30 and 3 00 NOTE The Sleep Timer info will show for 1 minute before the TV turns off Set Day Night Timer Select this feature to activate and set your TV s DAY NIGHT PICTURE MODE automatically This feature is not available until the clock is set 1 Use the CURSOR PADS to highlight SET DAY NIGHT TIMER settings 2 Press the SELECT button to select the option 3 Use the CURSOR PADS to select DAY NORMAL MODE ON and to set it s TIMER 4 Use the CURSOR PADS to select DAY DYNAMIC MODE ON and to set it s TIMER 5 Use the CURSOR PADS to select NIGHT MODE ON and to set it s TIMER 6 Press EXIT to quit the menu or select SET DAY NIGHT TIMER to return to the previous menu 48 il gt i gt 0 Timers Set The Clock 10 25 AM PST Set Sleep Timer gt 0 00 Set Day Night Timer Not Set Set Event Timer Not Set Move SEL Select Timer
68. ll be according to the own device specifications a HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY DVD Set Top Box Video Game Console B Connecting DVI signal FRONT INPUT PANEL E 0000000 las CI VIDEO L MANO tei INPUT voL gt CHa fons HDMI FRONT SELECT EXT _ cursor UPGRADE CARD fc SERVICE USE ONLY A PUSH EJECT ME DVI to HDMI Cable Note Special device cables will be TET OUTPUT according to the own device L R specifications e Pa HDTV Set Top Box or Aa DVD Player DVI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY DVD Set Top Box Video Game Console NOTE 1 Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks If you do not the played back picture may be abnormal Connecting External Video Sources The FRONT panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder DVD Video Game and a VCR as shown in the following examples FRONT INPUT PANEL 2 05 ge alll UPGRADE CARD f art MONO SERVICE USE ONLY HDMI FRONT D PUSH EJECT NPuf _ Ron MENU INPUT VOL gt V CH amp POWER SELECT EXIT L cursor 1 Note For Monoaural devices please connect Audio signal cable into L Mono input jack Note Special device cables will be according to the own device specifications C aok 4 ee COMPOSITE
69. lting in instability causing possible injury NOTE Use the specified WALL MOUNT unit for the Plasma TV depending on the size of your TV Please access our web site at www hitachi us tv for recommended accessories for your tv How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 42 MODELS STEP 1 Please locate the STAND METAL on the back of the TV This metal is use to hold the TV and the Base so it needs to remove 6 screws from the STAND base in order to separate the TV from the Base STAND METAL STEP 2 Please remove the 2 screws of the STAND metal from the TV then remove 4 screws that hold the TV STAND BASE now the TV STAND can be separated from the TV For dimensions of the WALL MOUNT assembly please refer to page 60 i STAND METAL 2 SCREWS Remove these 2 screws first to separate the TV from the stand metal Then put these 2 screws back to the TV to separate the TV from the stand base For Model P42H401 P42H401A P42H4011 and P42H4011A CAUTION This Plasma Display Panel for use only with Hitachi WM07S Wall Mount Use with other Wall Mount is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury TV STAND BASE Remove these 4 screws NOTE Use the specified WALL MOUNT base for the Plasma TV depending on the size of your TV Please access our web site at w
70. ma Television Le s Se we E S E S aw amp s amp s SSS EIE 8 8 8 ES S E IE S E we 8 8 55 amp E S 8 En amp mS E e E E SESESE SE ESE gt Ge 2 8 8 8 8 8 F F s Y S S E8 E S S E E S o 8 8 E SE 8 E 8 e e e F e E 8 F s Oe o F E SE E E E SS E SE S S F amp SL R E ESESE S S SPSS LESS ZA e e o F SESEFSESS SS E S K S SYMPTOMS OR S S SE SESESESESE S ESE E E SE PL ELE S E E E E S S S E SS B E E ESSES ESS SS P E E E P E No Picture no sound ooo oo Sound OK picture poor BE JK BK AK JE JLI Picture OK sound poor 000o oo Picture blurred BE JE AK JE J Lines or streaks in picture AE JE JK JEJ Poor reception on some channels 00o oo Picture rolls vertically No color 0 0 J Poor color 0 0 oo o 55 Cc a O S 3 fe 3 D fe gt c e 5 2 E b 2 D 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 directio
71. 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 accompanying parent or adult guardian NC 17 No one 17 and under admitted X Adults only NOTE 1 A movie rating is dependent upon the movie that is viewed If the movie does not carry a rating the TV will not block it 2 Blocking NOT RATED programs may block emergency programming sports news public service announcements religious programs and weather TV Ratings MENU Locks Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of any TV C Change Access Code program that you feel may be inappropriate due to its Engage Lock content Movie Ratings f TV GELU S Canadian Ratings Eng Canadian Ratings Frn 1 Use the CURSOR PAD A VY to select the Region 5 TV RATING category that you want to block vr Move Gs Select 2 Press SELECT to block the TV RATING that you have selected dsp Locks Y e a TV Ratings v 3 Press EXIT to quit the menu or select TV RATING OR Sub Rating to return to the previous menu ASD RES p TV Parental Guide Ratings Table TV Y All children The themes and elements in this program are specifically designed for a very young audience including children from ages 2 6 TV Y7 Directed to older children Themes and elements in this program may include mild physical or comedic violence or may frighten children under the
72. mode 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 This button also serves as the SELECT button when in MENU mode HDMI FRONT Use the front HDMI input for extrenal devices such as Set Top Boxes or DVD players equipped with an HDMI output connection see page 15 for reference INPUT EXIT button Press this button to access the INPUT menu Press again to exit the MENU mode CHANNEL selector Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of the TV screen These buttons also serve as the cursor down and up A buttons when in MENU mode VOLUME level Press these buttons to adjust the sound level The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen These buttons also serve as the cursor left lt and right gt buttons when in MENU mode NOTE YSELECT EXIT L cursor _ O POWER button Television 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 The Main Power button is located on the broadside bottom under the mark Q When the MAIN POWER button is set to OFF or the TV is unplugged the clock will stop and may eventually reset itself Upgrade Card This card slot is for future software
73. n or position of the antenna may improve reception Ghosting may also be caused by defects in the antenna system such as unshielded leads or connecting several sets to the same antenna without using multiple antenna couplers SNOW If your receiver is located in the fringe area of a television station where the signal is weak your picture may be marred by the appearance of small dots When the signal is extremely weak it may be necessary to install a special antenna to improve the picture RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE The interference produces moving ripples or diagonal streaks and in some cases causes loss of contrast in the picture e PREVENTION OF AN OBSTACLE TO RADIO RECEIVERS This television has been designed pursuant to the FCC class B Rules This is to prevent a problem to Radio receivers If this television causes a problem to Radio receivers then take the following steps Keep the television away from Radio Adjust Radio antennas in order for the television not to receive interference The antenna cable of Radio should be kept away from the television Use a coaxial cable for antenna You can check if this television influences Radio receivers by turning off all other equipment other than the television If you find a problem receiving Radio when using the television check the instructions mentioned above BLOCK NOISE DIGITAL INPUT Fuzzy blocks may appear in some area or the whole area of the screen
74. ntification Clock Program Information Program Run Time 3x 3 30PM KXYZ HD 3 17PM INFO Kam STEREO 10 00 AM Audio Source Selection DIGITAL CHANNELS Digital Closed Caption This icon will appear only when receiving a Digital Broadcast with Closed Captioning Digital channel Closed 5 Caption setting Event timer Program Information Paes Name gt ea Tes Main Picture Source and channel indication Program Run Time 3 00PM 3 30PM REGION 5 KPBS HD Broadcast channel DTVCC 3 17PM identification AD Clock CEE Caption setting Event timer When an S VIDEO Input is connected to INPUT 1 INFO O S IN 1 aeni E gt When a Component Video Y PbPr Input is connected to INPUT 3 Y PBPR am 3 17PM Input ie Format g INFO NOTE 1 Press the INFO button again or the EXIT button to return to normal viewing 2 The Aspect setting will not be shown if the channel is locked VOLUME VOL MUTE button Press the VOLUME button A 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 MUTE button Press the MUTE button again to turn the sound off completely MUTE To restore the sound press the MUTE button one more time or VOL UP A W amp Volume 8 Pa MUTE i d a i bd Soft Mute 8 MUTE
75. ntrol can not turn ON OFF the MAIN POWER of the TV Rear Panel Connections Antenna Input To switch between Cable and Air input go to the Channel Manager option to change the signal source CABLE or AIR Audio Video Inputs 1 2 and 3 By using the INPUTS button the CURSOR PAD A and V and the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD gt of the remote control you can select each video source Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices such as VCRs camcorders laserdisc players DVD players etc if you have mono sound insert the audio cable into the left audio jack MONITOR OUT amp AUDIO OUT These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals CABLE AIR or INPUTS which are used for recording Use the S VIDEO output for high quality video output Component signal to Input 2 and 3 and HDMI inputs will not have monitor output Optical Out Digital Audio This jack provides Digital Audio Output for your audio device that is Dolbye Digital and PCM compatible such as an audio amplifier NOTE Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories S VIDEO Input 1 Input 1 provide S VIDEO Super Video jacks for connecting equipment with S VIDEO output capability NOTE 1 You may use VIDEO or S VIDEO inputs to connect to INPUT 1 but only one of these inputs may be used at a time 2 S VIDEO output may be used for recording
76. on the two rating systems used in Canada that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content see pages 44 45 Use REGION 5 to block various types of movies and television pograms based on ratings systems used in U S that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content see page 46 NOTE The REGION 5 option will operate for Digital Channels only 41 gt s a ka m g O ad e 42 Movie Ratings Use Movie Ratings to prevent viewing of any movie that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content 1 Use the CURSOR PAD A VY to select the MOVIE RATING category that you want to block 2 Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RATING that you have selected Once rating is selected for example PG 13 all movies rated PG 13 and higher R NC 17 MENU Q JED Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings Eng Canadian Ratings Frn Region 5 7 Move EL Select gt and X will be blocked Sf Locks Movie Ratings OR Status 3 Press EXIT to quit the menu or select MOVIE RATING lt gt Not Rated to return to the previous menu jS D PG PG 13 Near xX Move 6EL Return Motion Picture Ratings Table NOT RATED Contains no rating Not Rated NR and Not Applicable NA programs Movie has not been rated or ratings do not apply G General audiences All ages admitted PG Parental guidance suggested Some material
77. only when the input is of S VIDEO type HDMI 1 2 Interface 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 Because digital television DTV signals remain in digital format HDMI assures that pristine high definition images retain the highest video quality from the source all the way to your television screen High Definition Multimedia HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE Use the HDMI input for your external devices such as Set Top Boxes or DVD players equipped with an HDMI output connection HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Hom A CAUTION MSE EN SE AN AIR CABLE 0O ALAA lle DO OQO 2 lt INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 J OQO aL29363 NOTE 1 The HDMI input is not intended for use NOTE 1 with personal computers 2 Only DTV formats such as 1080p 1080i 720p 480i and 480p are available for HDMI input Component Y PBPR Inputs INPUTS 2 and 3 provide Y PBPR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability such as a DVD player or Set Top Box You may use composite video s
78. oose between 2 Contrast Mode settings Set to DYNAMIC for darker images more in the level of Black set to NORMAL for a balanced White to Black level Noise Reduction The NOISE REDUCTION function automatically reduces conspicuous noise in the picture without degrading picture quality Set NOISE REDUCTION to OFF if the TV experiences picture blocking MPEG NR The MPEG NR Noise Reduction function automatically reduces mosquito noise in the picture without degrading picture quality Set MPEG NR to OFF if the TV experiences picture block noise Auto Movie Mode The AUTO MOVIE MODE function turn ON or OFF the 3 2 PULLDOWN DETECTION SPECIAL FEATURE Theatrical movies are shot on film at 24 frames or still pictures per second instead of 30 frames or 60 fields like video When film is transferred to video for television viewing the disparity between the two frame rates must be reconciled This involves a process known as 3 2 pulldown When AUTO MOVIE MODE is turned ON from the VIDEO menu your Hitachi Plasma Television will activate the circuitry for this special feature to improve video performance when watching film based sources Set to OFF to desactivate this feature Black Side Panel The BLACK SIDE PANEL function turns the gray side bars from gray to black when watching 4 3 signals in Standard mode 1 Press the CURSOR PAD lt or P gt to set to ON or OFF 2 Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET BLACK SIDE ImElechistioliaticl cd Nex
79. or help FCC Information This device complies with part15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hitachi America Ltd Home Electronics Division may void the user s authority to operate the equipment Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations Any cables that are supplied with the system must be replaced with identical cables in order to assure compliance with FCC rules Order Hitachi spares as replacement cables Note This Plasma Television receiver will display television closed captioning or gp in accordance with paragraph 15 119 and 15 122 of the FCC rules INDUSTRY CANADA AGENCY REGULATORY INFORMATION Cable Compatible Television Apparatus T l vision c blocompatible Canada Features and Specifications Features e New Easy to Use On Screen Menu Control 3 Language e Region 5 Downloadable V Chip e Preprogrammed Remote Control e Power Management ON OFF via signal detection e Picture Enhancement Input Signal Identification e HDMI High D
80. ote control by pushing down and sliding the back cover off Insert two new AA size batteries for the remote control When replacing old batteries push them towards the springs and lift them out N 3 Match the batteries to the and marks in the battery Bottom View Remote Control compartment 4 Insert the bottom of the battery the side into the battery compartment first push towards the springs and insert the top of the battery the side into place Do not force the gt battery into the battery compartment Ho e 5 Replace the cover Lift up on tab to remove back cover CAUTION Do not insert batteries with and polarities reversed as this may cause the batteries to swell or rupture resulting in leakage 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 mount the unit in a stable and flat surface Securing to a table top 1 Using wood screws two fasten the set to the clamping screw holes on the rear of the Plasma TV stand as shown below 2 Using commercially available wood screws secure the set firmly in position si g ila JIA Wood screw two places Securing to a Wall 1 Keep the Plasma television 4 inches away from the wall except when mounted using the wall mount bracket 2 Secure the television to the wall as shown 55 4in 1
81. our unit However should you require service a network of HITACHI Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico Each facility will provide you with convenient and expedient assistance Our service hotline operator will direct you to the HITACHI Authorized Service Facility nearest you Just present proof of purchase and or delivery receipts to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility and service will be rendered in accordance with the terms of the limited warranty as stated on your warranty card or operating guide Should you have any questions regarding warranty service operation or technical assistance please contact Hitachi America LTD Home Electronics Division 900 Hitachi Way Chula Vista CA 91914 3556 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 eseeeeee 9 00am 7 00pm Saturday EST eecceesseeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeee 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 Pour de plus amples renseignements sur le service durant la p riode couverte par la garantie sur le fonctionnement ou pour de l assistance technique communiquez avec Au Canada 1 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 Lundi V
82. ox NOTE 1 If your cable box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your cable box code has not been precoded into the remote 2 In the unlikely event that your cable box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your cable box operating guide 3 The remote contro will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above CABLE CBL button This button allows the remote to control your cable box by setting it to CABLE mode PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV aa ae gt olo POWER A Z VCR S O INPUTS ASPECT Q 5505 Oven xT _ VOL FAV CH CH GUIDE MUTE INFO OOOO OOOO eeeeds O OO wy SZ HITACHI eS CABLE BRAND ANALOG TYPE CODES adie Ai E S 22 23 24 25 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 21 Parara AES E ET 26 27 28 fadeiainesikas cs dectuasctisssceceecsesecatatnetene 18 19 20 E VEER E durevasuevet 13 14 is aE o aE 08 09 10 S E E A 15 16 Faren E I E ENN EENET 11 12 E E E E 17 CABLE BRAND DIGITAL TYPE PIONEER aioscscsasesiacatiecnes lees a eae SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA MY CABLE BOX CODE IS
83. ptical input of a separate Stereo System Sn QlalLe mgyron Amplifier as shown on the Rear Panel on the Sy ah Seose Apie right ii yvo o o INPUT 3 CONNECTING MONITOR OUT The MONITOR OUT terminal outputs video and audio of CABLE AIR and INPUTS 1 2 3 and Front It does not output component and HDMI video Air signal 1 Connecting S Video Connect the cable from the S VIDEO OUT of the Rear Panel to the INPUT S VIDEO jack of the VCR or Laserdisk player SERVICE USE ONLY ugyon Z cm Y mars VCR or other external components Connecting Video ret TTT Connect the cable from the VIDEO INPUT of HDMI 1 the VCR or the laserdisc player to the VIDEO out jack on the TV Rear Panel 2 Connect the cable from the AUDIO IN R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the OUTPUT AUDIO R jack on the TV Rear Panel aL29363 Optional 3 Connect the cable from the AUDIO IN L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the OUTPUT AUDIO L jack on the TV Rear Panel NOTE When making video connections connect S Video only or Video only If both are connected S Video 22 takes priority The Remote Control In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma Television the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs CAT
84. rb young children Viewing with an adult is therefore recommended for young children under the age of 8 who cannot differentiate between real and imaginary portrayals Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 Contains either a few violent scenes or one or more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them Viewing with an adult is therefore strongly recommended for children under 13 G unrealistic manner 8 ans 13 ans 16 ans of violence or intense violence 18 ans violence Programming is not suitable for children under the age of 16 Contains frequent scenes Programming restricted to adults Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme 45 O 5 U iz D D a g 7 a 9 lt gt s a 2 m O 2 O afd Region 5 Use Region 5 Ratings to prevent viewing of any movie or program that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content This feature will operate only for ATSC Digital signal In order to set the Region 5 Ratings the ATSC Digital channel received must include Region 5 Ratings data To see if the channel has Region 5 Ratings press the INFO key on the R C See fig 1 for reference Once the TV has received Region 5 Ratings data the Region 5 option in the lock menu will display the data 46 Use the CURSOR buttons Wor A to select the REGION 5 category that you want to block Press SELECT to block the REGION 5 that you have select
85. rough this clamp then pull the clamp to tighten the AC cord to the TV 2 Clamp 2 Use this clamp to hold the AC cord and the signal cables For 50 model please assemble this Clamp on the middle hole of the base metal AC CORD How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 50 amp 55 MODELS STEP 1 Please locate the STAND METAL on the back of the TV This metal is use to hold the TV and the Base so it needs to remove 4 screws from the STAND base in order to separate the TV from the Base STAND METAL STEP 2 Please remove the 4 screws of the STAND metal from the TV now the TV STAND can be separated from the TV For dimensions of the WALL MOUNT assembly please refer to page 61 amp 62 STAND METAL 4 SCREWS TV STAND BASE For Model P50H401 P50H401A P50H4011 and P50H4011A CAUTION This Plasma Display Panel for use only with Hitachi WM07S Wall Mount Use with other Wall Mount is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury For Model P55H401 and P55H4011 CAUTION This Plasma Display Panel for use only with Hitachi WMO7L Wall Mount Use with other Wall Mount is capable of resu
86. rve the original 16 9 STANDARD 1 aspect ratio of the source Note Use this mode for Use this aspect mode to display 16 9 sources like only 15 of your total viewing time to prevent HDTV and DVD s preserving the original 16 9 uneven aging of the phosphors Phosphors in the aspect ratio showing 95 of the size lighted area of the picture will age more rapidly 16 9 STANDARD 2 than the gray areas Use this aspect mode to display 16 9 sources like HDTV and DVD s preserving the original 16 9 2 3 EXPANDED aspect ratio showing 100 of the size Use this aspect mode to display conventional 4 3 sources by linearly increasing image expansion 16 9 ZOOM l SES from the center towards the edges of the display Use this aspect to Zoom in once while in 16 9 area in order to fill it aspect e Antenna Analog Channel e S Video Video Input Auto Aspect Off e HDMI 480i 480p Input Auto Aspect Off e Component 480i 480p Input Auto Aspect Off Susie DARD IMAGE INPUT Note Please see Appendix A on page 138 139 e Antenna Digital Channel 4 3 e S Video Video 4 3 Letter Input Auto Aspect On e HDMI 480i 480p 4 3 Letter Input Auto Aspect On e Component 480i 480p 4 3 t J Letter Input Auto Aspect On Note Please see Appendix A on page 138 139 tans a ATA IMAGE INPUT 4 3 STANDARD 4 3 ZOOM1 e S Video Video 16 9 Input Auto Aspect On e HDMI 480i 480p 1
87. s Set The Clock 10 25 AM PST Set Sleep Timer 4 Set Day Night Timer Not Set Set Event Timer Not Set Move Seq Select Timers Set The Clock 10 25 AM PST Set Sleep Timer 4 0 30 gt Set Day Night Timer gt Not Set Set Event Timer Not Set gt Move fer Select Timers Set Day Night Timer Q Day Normal Mode On 06 00 AM Q Day Dynamic Mode On 02 00 PM Q Night Mode On 06 00 PM Move SEL Return Set Event Timer This function will automatically operate the Plasma TV viewing reservation of a program If the clock is not set you can not use this function and the screen at right will appear The message on the screen will disappear after 3 seconds then the screen automatically goes to the clock setup mode see page 47 10 11 Use the CURSOR PAD A Y to highlight EVENT 1 EVENT 2 EVENT 3 EVENT 4 and then press the SELECT button to select Use the CURSOR PAD A to highlight and select START TIME HOUR MINUTE Use the CURSOR PAD A to highlight and select START TIME AM PM Use the CURSOR PAD P A or to highlight and select FINISH TIME HOUR MINUTE Use the CURSOR PAD P A or to highlight and select FINISH TIME AM PM Use the CURSOR PAD P to highlight the MONTH Use the CURSOR PAD A to select a MONTH or CURSOR PAD to select DAILY WEEKLY SUNDAY TO MONDAY Use the CURSOR PAD lt to return to MONTH Use the CURSOR PAD P A or to highlight and select
88. s There s a few seconds response delay on the control buttons Control panel or R C after Response Delay the TV is turned ON due to TV start up routine Please note that this is not a TV malfunction 57 Cc a D hy S 3 fe 3 D fe c e 5 3 an 2 E 2 m 58 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician f
89. surge protection technology designed to protect DO NOT Do not clean your screen with strong cleaners polishes or a chemically treated cloth Do not place rubber or vinyl products or cellophane tape on your Plasma Television Avoid repeatedly touching the screen Do not subject the remote control to shocks such as dropping it on the floor etc This may cause damage to the precision parts Avoid placing the remote control in a high humidity place or getting it wet Do not leave it on or near a heater Excessive heat or moisture may cause the unit to fail When the batteries run down remote control operation will become erratic or become unresponsive Replace the old batteries with two new AA size batteries Do not use an old battery with a new battery Exposing the screen to direct sunlight for a long period of time or heat may cause damage to the plasma screen against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage power surges IF YOUR TELEVISION SHOULD APPEAR TO HAVE A LOSS OF POWER PLEASE FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE 1 Press the POWER SWITCH ON OFF SWITCH once 2 If there is still no power wait 30 seconds and press the POWER SWITCH again 3 If there is still no power unplug the power cord from the wall Wait 30 seconds and plug the power cord back in Press the POWER SWITCH again This protective technology should provide for years of lasting entertainment from your HITACHI Plas
90. t H Ground clamps Note to the CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 44 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Important Safety Instructions Power source This plasma television is designed to operate on 120 volts 60 Hz AC current Insert the power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet The mains plug is used as the disconnect device and shall remain readily operable To prevent electric shock do not use the plasma television s polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades and ground terminal can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure Never connect the plasma television to 50 Hz direct current or anything other than the specified voltage Caution Never remove the back cover of the plasma television as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards If the television does not operate properly unplug the plasma television and call your authorized dealer or service center Caution Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user s warranty Warning e To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not
91. t Prev lt gt On Off SEL Return PANEL to return to the previous menu JED Black Side Panel gt On Next Prev lt gt On Off Seu Return NOTE 1 To prevent screen damage when watching 4 3 signal turn off the BLACK SIDE PANEL It is recommended to watch 4 3 signal with gray side bar 2 This setting return to Off automatically after TV power Off On 35 e 5 U iz D D gt a 9 lt gt s a ka m g O ad Oo 36 Aspect Use this function to select the Picture Format Aspect m Ratio EEE uto ect On Auto Aspect TA 16 9 Standard1 Automatically adjust the Aspect Ratio depending on i the input signal to fill the screen EED Return Mode Manually select the Aspect Ratio Vertical Position This function allows you to select when aspect style is either 4 3 EXPANDED ZOOM1 ZOOM2 or 16 9 ZOOM Vertical position can be changed with these modes For example it will be useful for centering the picture area at both the top and bottom of the picture with 480i 480p signal Adjustable range is 10 video center is toward bottom of screen to 10 video is toward top of screen 1 Use the CURSOR PAD A or to to select menu item 2 Press the CURSOR PAD lt or P gt to adjust the function 3 Press the EXITto quit the MENU or select ASPECT to return to the main menu NOTE 1 Vertical Position will not be available in 4 3 Standard and 16 9 Standard modes
92. t to the TV s Pp input e Your component outputs may be labeled Y CgCp In this case connect the components Cp output to the TV s Pp input and the components Cp output to the TV s Pr input e It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y PgPp inputs See page 34 e To ensure no copyright infringement the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal when using the Y PBPR and HDMI input jacks e Input HDMI 1 HDMI 2 or HDMI FRONT can accept HDMI signal e S VIDEO monitor output may be used for recording only when the input is of S VIDEO type e When using a HDMI input from a Set Top Box it is recommended to use a 1080p 1080i or 720p input signal e When HDMI input a 1080p signal it is recommended that the length of the cable should be less than 5 meters INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATION 1 Video signals fed through a VCR may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television 2 Connecting the television directly to the Audio Video output of a Set Top Box will assure a more normal picture 18 Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A VIDEO AND STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT1 INPUT FRONT MSE_EN GARDE A A _ CAUTION 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 Panel to the right Cable or Air signal 2 Connect the cable from the AUDIO O
93. tware Upgrade Vxxxx xxxx Upgrade Now Please Insert MMC card before upgrading Reset TV Settings ORNO O Yes Select Yes to return all settings to the factory default after main power OFF ON Move SED Return This function allows you to Reset all TV Settings to the original factory settings on all modes during the next power off on 1 Use CURSOR PAD A to highlight functions 2 Press the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD P to select Reset the Software Menu 3 Use the CURSOR PAD to access the Reset TV settings option 4 Select the YES option to Reset ALL the TV functions during the next main power on off NOTE 1 If YES is selected ALL TV MENU SETTINGS will be reset to the original factory settings on all modes during the next power offlon 2 When the Quick Start option has been set to ON this option needs POWER OFFION operation by the Main Power SW Equipment Care and Troubleshooting DO Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth Clean the screen 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 Remove the plug from the wall outlet if your Plasma Television will not be used for a long period of time for instance when you go on vacation TROUBLESHOOTING Your HITACHI Plasma Television incorporates advanced power
94. uality 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 Picture Mode Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV s performance 1 Use the CURSOR buttons lt or gt to highlight and select PICTURE MODE settings Day Normal Day Dynamic or Night 2 Then press the SELECT button to set the mode and return to the Video menu or press EXIT to quit menu 3 There are 3 Picture Modes available for the customer Day Dynamic Day Normal and Night mode Day Dynamic is the original factory preset mode this can be changed by adjusting any video setting to your desire conditions Day Normal can be used as a second video setting for daytime viewing Night is set to watch programing during nigthtime MENU Video __ Audio Channel Manager O Locks Timers Setup gt Move SEL Select Video Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness E E E Color Temperature i Black Enhancement Contrast Mode Move SEL Select t C a Picture Mode imi 1 Use the CURSOR PAD A or to highlight the function to be adjusted 2 Press the SELECT button or the CURSOR PAD P to select the function settings 3 Press the CURSOR PAD lt or P
95. video signal to INPUT 3 1 Use the CURSOR PAD A or to highlight the AUTO LINK option and 4 or gt to select between the Off and Auto settings Auto When AUTO is selected the TV will turn on and switch to INPUT 3 automatically when the INPUT 3 input device is turned on This is convenient when you want to watch a movie with your VCR laserdisc player or DVD player Off Select OFF to disable this function 2 Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET THE INPUTS to return to previous menu NOTE 1 Once the TV has been turned on using the AUTO LINK feature it must be reset before AUTO LINK is used again To do this turn your VCR laserdisc or DVD player OFF This feature is now reset and will turn on your TV as described above 2 If no remote control button is pressed after the TV is turned on by AUTO LINK the TV will automatically turn off after three hours Set The Closed Captions Dn Closed Captions are the dialogue narration and or el T oe gt Setup The Menu Options sound effects of a television program or home video Saver which are displayed on the TV screen Your local TV _ Set The Inputs eS ya program guide denotes these programs as ec or Reset The Software 1 Use the CURSOR PAD 4 gt A and to highlight Move GED Select and select the function to change 2 Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET THE CLOSED CAPTIONS to return to the previous menu Set The Closed Captions Set The
96. ww hitachi us tv for recommended accessories for your tv How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television VIEWING The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the TV and about 10 to 18 feet from the screen During daylight hours reflections from outside light may appear on the screen If so drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can be located in a different section of the room If the TV s audio output will be connected to a Hi Fi system s external speakers the best audio performance will be obtained by placing the speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as possible to the height of the picture screen center For best stereo separation place the external speakers at least four feet from the side of the TV place the surround speakers to the side or behind the viewing area Differences in room sizes and acoustical environments will require some experimentation with speaker placement for best performance ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL VHF 75 Ohm antenna CATV Cable TV When using a 75 Ohm coaxial cable system connect CATV coaxial cable to the AIR CABLE 75 Ohm terminal A 4 Minimum BEST HORIZONTAL 15 VIEWING ANGLE 4 Minimum s Or if you have an antenna connect the coaxial cable to the same AIR CABLE terminal VHF 300 Ohm antenna UHF antenna When using a 300 Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna connect the VH
97. y internal Speakers On Digital or PCM decoder capabilities Auto Noise Cancel Off Perfect Volume off Loudness Off NOTE 1 The DRC control affects only Dolby Digital Hangi enn Digital Output Dolby Digital DRC On signals decoded internally by the TV 2 DRC does not affect the Dolby Digital bitstream available at the digital audio output Move GEL Select Channel Manager Channel Manager v Select CHANNEL MANAGER to set your Antenna options run Auto Channel Scan Check Signal Meter and Set Channel List 1 Press CURSOR PAD A Y to highlight functions 2 Press the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD P to select Signal Meter 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 Use the CURSOR PADS and the SELECT button to highlight and select CLOSE to exit NOTE The Signal Meter will not be available grayed out when watching analog channels Auto Channel Scan This feature will automatically store active Analog and Digital channels in Auto Channel Scan memory 1 Use the CURSOR buttons lt or gt to highlight AIR CABLE 1 or CABLE 2 source 2 Press the CURSOR buttons lt or gt to highlight the START or RESET option 3 Press the SELECT button to select NOTE 1 If certain channels are poor or not possible in cable 1 mode set cabl
98. z s x ro lt H 30 OPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTION FOR YOUR DVD PLAYER 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 below for pre codes Turn ON your DVD player To switch to DVD pre coded mode press and release the DVD button Hold down the DVD button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your DVD player as shown below Release the DVD button Aim the remote at the DVD player and press the POWER button The remote will turn off your DVD player when the correct two digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your DVD player If the DVD player does not turn off try a different two digit preset code The remote will now control your DVD player NOTE 1 If your DVD player cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your DVD player s code has not been precoded into the remote 2 In the unlikely event that your DVD player cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your DVD player operating guide 3 The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above DVD button This button allows the remote to control your DVD player by

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