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Important Safety Instructions SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of Hitachi plasma televisions. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you.
Important Safety Instructions Warning • • • To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. 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. This apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Important Safety Instructions Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tips on mind: THE ISSUE • The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend and larger flat displays are popular purchases. However, flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Energy Saving Features This Hitachi product as shipped from the factory meets the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements established for both “On” and “Standby” Operation. Certain features and functionality provided in this product may result in increased energy use beyond that intended by the ENERGY STAR program.
Accessories Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. q Remote Control Unit CLU-4984S (Part No. HL02564) w “AAA” Size Batteries (2) r e P ower Cord (Part No. EV01841 or EV02351) Operating Guide NEED MORE INFO ON THE DTV TRANSITION ? See page 33 in this Operating Guide and please visit www.dtvtransition.org PLASMA TELEVISION Operating Guide for P50A402, P50A202 and P42A202 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................
How To Install Your New Hitachi Plasma Television Caution when moving the main unit As this product is heavy, whenever it is moved, at least 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 from the handles (42”), or use the corners (50”) then support the top frame as shown below.
How To Install Your New Hitachi Plasma Television WALL MOUNTING SETUP STEP (1) : REMOVE THE STAND BASE FROM THE PLASMA TELEVISION Please remove the 4 screws shown below in order to separate the TV from the Table Top Stand. Now the Table Top Stand can be separated from the TV. Useful dimensions for the WALL MOUNT assembly are in page 47 for 50” models and in page 48 for 42” models.
Side Panel Jacks & Controls CH i FIRST TIME USE FRONT VIEW t CURSOR + VOL _ r u INPUT/ EXIT MENU / SELECT y POWER e w a R/C and Ambient Light Sensor o Indicating Lamp q POWER switch This power switch is for the complete system. It is recommended to leave this POWER switch to ON condition (lights red) for stand-by 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.
Rear Panel Jacks Antenna Input To switch between Cable and Air input, go to the Channel Manager option to change the signal source CABLE or AIR (see page 33). Component: Y-PBPR and Audio Inputs INPUTS 1 and 2 provide Y-PBPR and Audio jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. You may use COMPOSITE video signal for both inputs. NOTES • Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y.
Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and Functions Power On/Off (TV, DVD, PVR/VCR, SAT/CBL, AVR) Press this button to switch the selected device On or Off standby. Device Buttons (TV, DVD, PVR/VCR, SAT/CBL, AVR) Press these buttons to switch between your devices. (-) Dash/Sleep Button (TV, SAT/CBL, PVR/VCR, DVD) Press this button when the remote is in Set-TopBox mode (SAT) or when the TV uses a digital input. In TV mode press to set your Sleep Timer from 30 minutes to 3 hours.
Quick Setup Guide Perform the following steps to quickly setup your new Hitachi Plasma Television Set. 1. ANTENNA CONNECTION 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. Air/Cable Antenna Terminal Rear Panel Jack a).
TV Setup Wizard The First time you turn on your Hitachi Plasma TV the Energy Savings Initial Settings screen will appear. Please select either HOME or RETAIL mode settings to advance to the TV Setup Wizard screen. If you select HOME mode this will save energy and is intended for home use. RETAIL mode will set the Picture to Dynamic default Settings and the picture will be brighter. This setting is intended for showroom and shop use.
Side Panel Connections 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.
Rear Panel Connections FIRST TIME USE Outside antenna or Cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR ANT IN V L R HDMI to HDMI HDMI OUTPUT (to INPUT 1) HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY HDMI to DVI OPTICAL IN Y OUTPUT L PB/CB PR/CR R Y OUTPUT PB/CB PR/CR L DIGITAL OUTPUT R AUDIO OUT STEREO SYSTEM AMPLIFIER DVD PLAYER NOTE HDTV SET-TOP BOX DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY Cables are optional, except when specified.
Rear Panel Connections CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MONAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 1 or 2 DVD player TV REAR PANEL VCR VCR 1. Connect the VIDEO and AUDIO cable from the VIDEO and AUDIO OUT jack of the VCR to the INPUT 1 or 2 (VIDEO) and (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack, as shown on the Rear Panel on the right. Camcorder OUTPUT 2. Press the INPUT button, then select INPUT 1 or 2 from the INPUTS menu to view the program from the VCR.
Rear Panel Connections 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 at right. 2. With DVI output, connect the audio cables from the AUDIO OUT jack of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the Rear Panel INPUT 1 or 2 AUDIO jacks as shown right below. HDMI OUT VCR [HDMI] [HDMI] Press the INPUT button, then select HDMI 1 or 2 to view the program from the HDTV SET-TOP BOX or DVD player.
The Remote Control POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. DEVICE buttons In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, cable boxes, set-top-boxes, satellite receivers, DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area.
How to Use the Remote to Control your TV (-) DASH /Sleep Button Use the (-) DASH button with the CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons to enter Digital Channels that have subchannel numbers indicated by (-) DASH (example 15-1). For TV mode only, press to Set the Sleep Timer from 30 minutes to 3 hours in 30 minutes increments.
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. For Automatic aspect ratio adjustment depending on the input signal to fill the screen please refer to Auto Aspect function on page 31. 4:3 STANDARD Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images.
How to Use the Remote to Control your TV DAY/NIGHT button Press this button to toggle between Dynamic, Day and Night picture mode settings. Select DYNAMIC for day time viewing with more brightness and contrast to compete with room light. Select DAY for automatic brightness and contrast adjustment. Select NIGHT for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more detailed picture (see page 30 for settings changes). NOTE For automatic DAY/NIGHT picture mode settings, see page 37.
How to Use the Remote to Control your AV Equipment OPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTIONS FOR YOUR AV EQUIPMENT. The new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, cable boxes, set-top-boxes, satellite receivers, DVD players, and other audio/video equipment. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your AV equipment (refer to pages 26~27 for a preprogrammed code number). AV COMPONENT CONTROL SETUP PROCEDURE Power button 111 Turn on your AV Component.
How to Use the Remote to Control your AV Equipment Set-Top-Box/ Satellite Receiver Device Button Cable Device Button REMOTE CONTROL MY CABLE BOX CODE IS:_____________________ NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the Cable Box for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Cable Box. PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons These buttons transmit the chosen codes : -Power -Cursor & Select -Menu -Info -Exit -Channel Up & Down -Guide -Last CH - Play, Stop, Pause, RWD, FWD, Skip FWD, Skip RWD, Record.
How to Use the Remote to Control your AV Equipment DVD Device Button MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS:_____________________ NOTE 24 Refer to instruction manual of the DVD Player for operation of the buttons exclusively for the DVD Player. VCR/PVR Device Button MY VCR/PVR CODE IS:______________________ NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the VCR/PVR for operation of the buttons exclusively for the VCR/PVR.
How to Use the Remote to Control your AV Equipment AVR Device Button MY AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER (AVR) CODE IS:______________________ NOTE Refer to the instruction manual of the AVR for operation of the buttons exclusively for the AVR.
Remote Control Codes CABLE Brand A-MARK ABC ACCUPHASE ACORN ACTION CODES 0008,0144 0237,0003,0008 0003 0237 0237 ACTIVE ADB ARCHER BCC BRITISH TELECOM CENTURY DIGEO DIGI DIRECTOR DUMONT FOSGATE GE GENERAL INSTRUMENT GIBRALTER GOLDSTAR HITACHI INSIGHT JERROLD 0237 2092,2586 0237 0276 0003 0008 1187,2187 0637 0476 0637 0276 0144 0476,0810,0276 0003 0003 0144 0003,0008 0476,0810 0476,0810,0276 0003 MEMOREX 0000 MITSUBISHI 0003 MOTOROLA 1376,0476,0810 0276,1187,1254 1106 NOVA VISION 0008 NOVAPLEX 0008 NSC 0
Remote Control Codes WARDS 0060,0035,0037 0048,0047,0081 0033,0240,0045 0000,0042,0043 0041,0072,0038 0479,0065,0046 WHITE 0000,0209,0072 WESTINGHOUSE 0278,0479 WORLD 0209,0002,0479 XR-100 0035,0240,0000 0072 YAMAHA 0041,0038 ZENITH 0037,0039,0033 0000,0209,0041 0278,0479,1139 ZT GROUP 1972 CODES 1972 1972 1972 1972 0739 1972 0614 1972 REPLAY TV SAMSUNG SONIC BLUE SONY STACK 9 SYSTEMAX TAGAR SYSTEMS TIVO 0614,0616 0739 0614,0616 0636,1972 1972 1972 1972 TOSHIBA TOUCH VIEWSONIC VOODOO ZT GROUP 1972 1972
On-Screen Display 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your Hitachi Plasma TV. 2. Use the CURSOR PAD (buttons, , , and ) 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. This part of the screen shows which selections are available.
On-Screen Display Audio Treble Bass Balance Surround Bass Boost Audio Source Internal Speakers Auto Noise Cancel Perfect Volume Loudness Language Digital Output DRC Adjust the intensity of high frequencies. Adjust the intensity of low frequencies. Adjust the balance. Select Surround settings (Off, Normal, Wide) Select Bass Boost option ON or OFF. Select between three Audio Sources (ST, Mono, SAP). Select internal or external speakers. Eliminates the noise between stations.
Video Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. You can independently customize each of the video inputs to your preference to increase viewing performance and pleasure depending upon the video program being viewed. If RESET is selected, only the selected input will reset to initial conditions. Channel Manager Use this function to adjust flesh tones so they appear natural.
Video Auto Movie Mode The AUTO MOVIE MODE function turns ON or OFF the 3:2 pulldown detection 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.
Audio a weak stereo broadcast or SECOND AUDIO PROG (SAP) which may be a secondary language, weather report, etc. Select AUDIO to adjust the sound to your preference.
Channel Manager Select CHANNEL MANAGER to set your Antenna options, run Auto Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter and Set Channel List. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons RESET option. 1. Press CURSOR PAD 3. Press the SELECT button to select. 2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD , to highlight functions.
Locks This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. Video Audio Channel Manager Locks + Engage Lock When ENGAGE LOCK is selected, SET CHANNEL LOCK and LOCK PANEL CONTROL KEYS can be set individually. When SET CHANNEL LOCK is turned on, the picture and sound for the chosen channel will be blocked out. When LOCK PANEL CONTROL KEYS is turned on, all buttons on the Side Panel will be deactivated, except the POWER SWITCH.
Locks 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 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.
Locks Canadian Ratings French Chart G 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 unrealistic manner. 8 ans+ 8 + General - Not recommended for young children - Programming intended for a broad audience but contains light or occasional violence that could disturb young children.
Timers Select TIMERS to set your Clock, Sleep Timer and Day/Night Timer. + Timers OR 1. Set The Clock - - : - - AM PST Set Sleep Timer 0 : 00 Set Day/Night Timer Not Set Set Event Timer Not Set SEL Select 1. Use the CURSOR buttons be adjusted. or to highlight the function to 2. Press the SELECT button to select.
Timers 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 Set The Clock). 6. Use the CURSOR PAD , 7. Use the CURSOR PAD to select a MONTH or CURSOR PAD to to select DAILY, WEEKLY-SUNDAY TO MONDAY. Use the CURSOR PAD to return to MONTH. 8.
Setup Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Video Audio Channel Manager Set The Screen Saver Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, and other fixed (nonmoving) patterns can cause permanent damage to the Plasma Television. Use the SCREEN SAVER feature to minimize uneven aging of the screen.
Setup Auto Sync. Saving Use this feature to turn power off automatically when a video input signal is not detected for 30 seconds. NOTE This feature works only for INPUT 1, 2, 3 and HDMI 1, 2, 3. Set The Closed Captions Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video which are displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as or .
Setup Set The Power Indicator This feature allows you to adjust the brightness intensity of the LED indicating light in the Front of your Hitachi Plasma TV. Select MAX or LOW for maximum brightness or lowest brigthness. Select OFF to turn off the indicating light. Setup 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).
Equipment Care and Troubleshooting DO DO NOT Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Do not clean your screen with strong cleaners, polishes or a chemically treated 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.
Troubleshooting Symptom and Checklist SYMPTOM CHECKLIST No picture - no sound • • • • • • Multiple images-normal sound • Check the connections to external equipment. Intermittent interference • Check if the source of interference is shielded correctly. • Move these kinds of electrical devices away from the unit. Normal picture, but no sound • • • • No picture - normal sound • Check the value level of “Brightness” and “Contrast” in “Video Menu”. The remote control does not work.
Reception Problems IGNITION NOISE: Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, and other electrical appliances. GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings, hills or some other objects. Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve reception.
Notes about Plasma Television No. ITEM NOTES 1 Buzzing sound from Plasma display A buzzing sound may be heard when the plasma television is turned on panel. in a very quiet room. This is due to the plasma panel drive circuit when it is functioning. The buzzing sound is normal and is not a malfunction. 2 Infrared interference Some infrared rays are emitted from the plasma television panel that might affect the operation of other infrared controlling equipment.
Features and Specifications Features: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • New HD1080i High-Definition Display New High Gloss Japan Black Frame New High Aperture Ultra-Black Panel New Energy Saving Light Sensor New PictureMaster™ HD VI Video Processor New x.v.Color™ New Vibrant/Standard Color Space New Anti-Reflective Screen - High-Contrast Pure-Color Glass Shield (3) HDMI™ (V.1.3 with x.v.
Set Dimensions P50A402/P50A202 model (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 96.9/44 Units : Inches (mm) 18-7/8 (480) 4-1/2 (114.4) 33-15/16 (862) CENTER OF THE SCREEN 31-5/8 (804) 43-9/16 (1105.9) (ACTIVE AREA) 24-11/16 (626.4) (ACTIVE AREA) 16-27/32 (428.5) 14-25/32 (375.5) 48-3/16 (1240) 19-5/32 (486.
Set Dimensions P42A202 model (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 79.3/36 18-7/8 (480) Units : Inches (mm) 4-3/16 (106) 17-5/16 (439) CENTER OF THE SCREEN 28 (711) 36-5/8 (930.8) (ACTIVE AREA) 20-5/8 (523.
Service Information 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244) Operational, hook up and warranty questions for your product. Monday ~ Sunday 8:00 am - 8:30 pm CST www.hitachi.us/tv HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS (AMERICA), INC. HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS (CANADA) HITACHI has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your Hitachi product. Should you require service assistance with OPERATIONAL, HOOK UP, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE OR WARRANTY SUPPORT, please contact our Support Hotline at 800.HITACHI (800.
Limited Warranty Congratulations on your purchase of a new Hitachi display product. Register your product online at www.hitachi.us/tv or mail the included warranty registration card: Conditions of Hitachi Limited Warranty This Hitachi display product (the “Product”) is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the original owner and continuing for the duration of the applicable time periods specified below.
End User License Agreement for HITACHI DTV Software END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE IMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY: This End User License Agreement for HITACHI DTV Software (this “Agreement”) is a legal agreement between you (“you” or “your”), in your capacity as the owner of a HITACHI brand digital television (the “DTV”), and HITACHI America, Ltd., Home Electronics Division (“HITACHI”).
End User License Agreement for Open Source Software OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE LICENSE INFORMATION This Hitachi TV incorporates certain open source software modules distributed under the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2 and GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.1 as defined by the Free Software Foundation, Inc. Such software modules incorporated in this Hitachi TV are shown in the table below and the applicable license(s) are detailed on the following pages of this Operating Guide.
End User License Agreement for Operating System Software GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright © 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin St, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing is not allowed. Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it.
End User License Agreement for Operating System Software 6. Each time you redistribute the Program (or any work based on the Program), the recipient automatically receives a license from the original licensor to copy, distribute or modify the Program subject to these terms and conditions. You may not impose any further restrictions on the recipients’ exercise of the rights granted herein. You are not responsible for enforcing compliance by thirdparties to this License. 7.
End User License Agreement for Operating System Software GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.1, February 1999 Copyright © 1991, 1999 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin St, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing is not allowed. [This is the first released version of the Lesser GPL. It also counts as the successor of the GNU Library Public License, version 2, hence the version number 2.1.
End User License Agreement for Operating System Software These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole. If dentifiable sections of that work are not derived from the Library, and can be reasonably considered independent and separate works in themselves, then this License, and its terms, do not apply to those sections when you distribute them as separate works.
End User License Agreement for Operating System Software If any portion of this section is held invalid or unenforceable under any particular circumstance, the balance of the section is intended to apply, and the section as a whole is intended to apply in other circumstances.
Appendixes Appendix A: Picture Format for Each Input Source Aspect Specifications Input Signal Aspect Video ID --: No Selectable Aspect 16:9 Standard 1 16:9 Standard 2 16:9 Zoom 4:3 Standard 4:3 Expanded 4:3 Zoom 1 4:3 Zoom 2 Yes Yes Yes Yes ANT Analog Video NTSC -- 4x3 Yes -- Yes ANT Digital YCbCr 480p 480i -- 16x9 Yes -- Yes -- Yes -- -- -- 4x3 -- -- -- Yes Yes Yes Yes YPbPr 1080i/720p -- 16x9 Yes Yes Yes -- Yes -- -- Input 1 YPbPr 1080i
Index A Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Antennas (Connecting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Aspect Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 31, 58 Audio Bass Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Audio Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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