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Hitachi 32HDT20 Operating Manual

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PLASMA TELEVISION

AVC (Audio/Video Control Center) & Plasma Display Monitor
32HDT20
OPERATING GUIDE
Video
Audio
Ch. Manager
Locks
Setup
Move
Sel
SEL
Video
Audio
Ch. Manager
Locks
Setup
Move
Sel
SEL
42HDT20
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FIRST TIME USE
THE REMOTE CONTROL
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
USING THE RGB INPUT
OF THE PLASMA TV
USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX
2-3
4-23
24-39
40-63
64-74
75-82

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  • Page 1: Plasma Television

    PLASMA TELEVISION AVC (Audio/Video Control Center) & Plasma Display Monitor 32HDT20 42HDT20 OPERATING GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Video Audio Ch. Manager Locks Setup Move FIRST TIME USE 4-23 THE REMOTE CONTROL 24-39 Video Audio Ch. Manager ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 40-63 Locks...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Safety Tips

    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 television receivers. Such “SCREEN BURNS” constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty. 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.

  • Page 4: Remote Control Battery Installation And Replacement

    (OPTIONAL) (OPTIONAL) (42HDT20 ONLY) CAUTION: The plasma display wall mount unit WM20 is for use only with Hitachi model 32HDT20 and 42HDT20. 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-5723TSI (P# HL01823). 5. Two IR Mouse cables (P# EY01641). 2. Two “AA” size, 1.5V batteries (P# EQ00021).

  • Page 5: How To Setup Your New Hitachi Plasma Television

    HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION SPEAKER INSTALLATION (MODEL 42HDT20 ONLY) Screw the speaker holder to the speakers as shown below. Screw x2 Speaker Holder Speaker Holder Screw x2 Loosen 4 screws (A) (two on the left and two on the right).
  • Page 6 HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION To take measures to prevent the Plasma Display from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is important to mount the unit in a stable place. Securing to a table-top Using wood screws (two) fasten the set to the clamping screw holes on the rear of the Plasma Display stand as shown below.

  • Page 7: Important Notes

    HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Plasma Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing.

  • Page 8: Hookup Cables

    HOOKUP CABLES Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio/video products.

  • Page 9: Front Panel Controls

    FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW 32HDT20 42HDT20 DISPLAY DISPLAY MONITOR MONITOR STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) MAIN POWER STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) MAIN POWER AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL CENTER CENTER PULL POWER STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) TruBass INPUT/EXIT INPUT 5 PHONES...

  • Page 10: Phones Jack

    NOTES: 1. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will appear to be turned OFF (lights orange) if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, RGB1 or RGB2 is selected. Check the Power Light to make sure the Display Monitor is turned off or in Stand-by mode (lights red) when not in use.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel Jacks

    REAR PANEL JACKS REAR PANEL OF THE AVC CENTER ANT A RGB 1 RGB 2 TO MONITOR MONITOR INPUT 4 INPUT 3 ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL INPUT S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO CONVERTER AUDIO INPUT 2 INPUT 1 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO (MONO) (MONO)
  • Page 12 REAR PANEL JACKS RGB1 - Analog Input Use this 15-pin D-Sub input for your external devices with RGB output (see page 22). RGB1 - Audio Input Connect audio for RGB1 input. RGB2 - Digital Input Use this RGB2 Digital input for your external devices with digital output capability (see page 22). RGB2- Audio Input Connect audio for RGB2 input.

  • Page 13: Connecting External Video Sources

    Firmly, and securely insert the Monitor Connection Cable to the rear panel of the AVC box “TO MONITOR” connectors. Insert the other ends of the Monitor Connection Cable to the display monitor rear panel “FROM AVC” connectors. Back of Display Monitor Back of Display Monitor 42HDT20 32HDT20 Core To AC Core outlet...
  • Page 14 DIGITAL INPUT S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO CONVERTER AUDIO INPUT 2 INPUT 1 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO (MONO) (MONO) (MONO) (MONO) (MONO) BLASTER AUDIO ANT B AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT Hitachi Model or Similar Model...
  • Page 15 AUDIO AUDIO OUT Back of OUTPUT Hitachi Model or Similar Model NOTES: 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.
  • Page 16 Laserdisc Player S-VIDEO OUTPUT VCR or Laserdisc Player Hitachi Model or Similar Model NOTES: 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.
  • Page 17 Press the VID1/VID2 button, to view the program from the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box. The VIDEO label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds. Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel. DVD Player Hitachi Model or Similar Model Back of OUTPUT...

  • Page 18: Connecting External Audio Amplifier

    CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of the Plasma TV to an external audio amplifier, connect the system as shown below. The “AUDIO OUT” from the AVC center is a fixed output. The Volume of the amplifier is controlled by the amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. The AUDIO OUT terminal outputs all audio sources (ANT A/B, INPUT 1~5 and RGB 1/2).
  • Page 19 CONNECTING A/V NETWORK Your Hitachi Plasma Television is equiped with an A/V Network feature. This feature helps to control your external Audio/Video equipment (VCR, Set Top Box, DVD, etc.). Once this is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to control your equipment using your Hitachi Plasma TV Remote Control.
  • Page 20 Follow the steps below to setup your A/V network (See page 21 for A/V Network Codes). There are six steps in the setup procedure (VCR setup example below). HITACHI AV NET Wizard (step 1 of 6) HITACHI AV NET Wizard (step 2 of 6) This Wizard helps you with Follow the digrams shown in Hitachi’s...
  • Page 21 Randex......0037 Hitachi ......0011 Curtis Mathes .

  • Page 22: Rear Panel Connections

    AUDIO OUT (PROVIDED) ANT A RGB 1 RGB 2 TO MONITOR MONITOR INPUT 4 INPUT 3 ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL INPUT Please use Hitachi specified cable. S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO CONVERTER Rear Panel of AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO INPUT 2 INPUT 1...

  • Page 23: Tips On Rear Panel Connections

    TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS S-VIDEO 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. If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the AVC Center. Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up cables.

  • Page 24: Light Button

    REMOTE In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver, DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area.

  • Page 25: Set-Top-Box (Stb)

    HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV POWER SOURCE WIZARD TAPE SLEEP INFO A/V NET SELECT VID 3 PIP CH FREEZE PIP ACCESS SWAP VIDEO PIP MODE CLU-5723TSI POWER button Press this button to turn the Plasma TV on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 24 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) TV button When the TV button is pressed, it will blink, to indicate the remote is in TV mode.
  • Page 26 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV CD, TAPE, AMP buttons When pressed, each of these buttons will blink to indicate the remote is in Audio mode. (see page 38) CHANNEL selector buttons CHANNEL selector buttons are used to select channels, lock access code, etc. Enter one, two, or three numbers to select channels.
  • Page 27 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV A/V NET button Press this button to access the Audio/Video network (A/V Net) menu. The A/V Net allows the user to control external components with the Plasma TV’s remote control. When you press the A/V NET button, the following window will pop up within the Display Monitor screen.
  • Page 28 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depending on the input signal, the picture format ratio allows you to adjust the images through the following options. 4:3 STANDARD Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images.
  • Page 29 HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV (4) RGB1/RGB2 ASPECT DISPLAY MODE. RGB1 INPUT SIGNAL RGB2 INPUT SIGNAL MODE 1 MODE 2 480p 720p 1080i 480p 720p 1080i 480p 720p 1080i ASPECT REAL REAL REAL(1) REAL REAL REAL REAL...
  • Page 30 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV VOLUME, MUTE button Press the VOLUME up ( ) or down ( ) button 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).

  • Page 31: Picture In Picture (Pip)

    PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Dual Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each. The Dual Tuner can operate with only one input (ANT A only) or two inputs (ANT A and ANT B).
  • Page 32 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) SURF MODE PIP This feature will automatically scan all active channel numbers (those set in memory) and display them as PIP sub-pictures, along the right edge of the screen. Press the PIP button a second time to remove the sub-pictures from the screen. Ant A 28 NOTES: 1.
  • Page 33 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) FREEZE button (With PIP OFF) Press the FREEZE button to freeze the picture, depending on the PIP mode selected (SPLIT or STROBE). This is convenient when trying to write down the address for a mail order company, recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. To return the picture to motion, press the FREEZE button again.

  • Page 34: Using The Remote To Control Vcr Functions

    After replacing the batteries repeat the SELECT entire programming procedure as stated above. The MENU button will act as the VCR MENU button for HITACHI VCRs. The LAST CH button will act as your VCR ENTER button if required. VID 3...
  • Page 35 USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS 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 command set of your cable box. (refer to page 39) Turn ON your cable box.
  • Page 36 USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE 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 command set of your set-top-box/satellite systems. (refer to page 39) Turn ON your set-top-box/satellite systems.
  • Page 37 USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL DVD FUNCTIONS 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 command set of your DVD player. (refer to page 39 for pre-codes) Turn ON your DVD player.
  • Page 38 USING YOUR REMOTE TO CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT Operating the precoded function for your Audio component. This remote is designed to operate different types of Audio component. You must first program the remote to match the remote com- mand set of your Audio component. (refer to page 39 for pre-codes) Turn ON your Audio component you wish to control with the Remote.
  • Page 39 Gemini ....05, 38, 43, 51 Hitachi......12 Asha .
  • Page 40 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Plasma TV. 2. Use the THUMB STICK to navigate to a different menu item. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu.
  • Page 41 Picture Mode Select between the four picture modes; Sports, Movies, News, and Music. Contrast Adjust contrast. Brightness Adjust brightness. Color Adjust color. Tint Adjust tint. Video Sharpness Adjust sharpness. Vertical Position Centering top and bottom of the picture except HDTV signal. Color System Automatically change tint and color coordinates for DTV program.
  • Page 42 3:2 pulldown. When MOVIES mode is selected from the PICTURE MODE menu, your Hitachi Plasma Television will activate the circuitry for this special feature to improve video performance when watching film based sources. This 3:2 pulldown detection will only work in MOVIES mode.
  • Page 43 VIDEO Video Video Picture Mode Sports Audio Contrast 100% Ch. Manager Brightness Locks THUMB THUMB Color STICK STICK Setup Tint Move SELECT Sharpness Vertical Position Color System Advanced Settings Move Select Use the THUMB STICK to highlight the function to be adjusted. Press down on THUMB STICK to select the function settings.

  • Page 44: Advanced Settings

    Press EXIT to quit the menu. Color Temperature Set this to High for cooler color with more blue (9,300K for 32HDT20, 9,200K for 42HDT20), set to Medium for more natural color (7,500K), or set to Standard for accurate color (6,500K).
  • Page 45 AUDIO Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. Audio Video Audio Treble Audio Bass Ch. Manager Balance THUMB Locks THUMB STICK STICK Sound Enhancement Setup Advanced Settings Move SELECT Move Select THUMB STICK Audio Treble...
  • Page 46 AUDIO Sound Enhancement The following surround settings will stimulate the “live” sound you would hear in concert halls, sports stadiums, movie theaters, etc. with only two speakers. Audio Audio Treble Sound Enhancement Bass TruBass Medium High Balance THUMB STICK Sound Enhancement Surround Matrix Surround Advanced Settings...
  • Page 47 AUDIO Advanced Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV, depending on listening conditions. Settings Audio Audio Treble Advanced Settings Bass Audio Source Stereo Mono 2nd Audio Prog. Balance THUMB STICK Sound Enhancement Internal Speakers Advanced Settings SELECT Move Select...

  • Page 48: Channel Manager

    CHANNEL MANAGER Channel This function allows you to review which channels are labeled (CH ID), which have been added to Channel Memory Manager (SCAN), and which are protected by LOCK. Ch. Manager Ch. Manager Ant A Ant A Scan Ch ID Lock Ant B --------...
  • Page 49 CHANNEL MANAGER This section contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. Use this Channel ID feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60 chan- nels a name when CATV signal source is selected.
  • Page 50 LOCKS This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. Locks It can also be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled time period that you set. The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit secret code number. The factory preset code is 0000. Use the number buttons to select secret code.

  • Page 51: Movie Ratings

    LOCKS Use MOVIE RATINGS to prevent viewing of any movie that you feel may be inappropriate due to Movie Ratings its content. Locks Locks Change Access Code Movie Ratings Engage Lock Status Not Rated: TV Time Lock THUMB THUMB STICK STICK Movie Ratings TV Ratings...
  • Page 52 LOCKS Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of any TV program that you feel may be inappropriate TV Ratings due to its content. Locks Locks Change Access Code TV Rating Engage Lock Sub Category TV Time Lock Status THUMB THUMB STICK STICK...
  • Page 53 LOCKS Use Canadian Ratings (Eng) to block various types of movies and television programs used in Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canada that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. Locks Locks Change Access Code Canadian Ratings (Eng) Status Engage Lock TV Time Lock THUMB THUMB...
  • Page 54 LOCKS Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various pro- Canadian Ratings (Frn) gram ratings that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. Locks Locks Change Access Code Canadian Ratings (Frn) Engage Lock Status TV Time Lock THUMB THUMB...

  • Page 55: Menu Preference

    SETUP Setup Select SETUP when setting up your TV for the first time. Use the THUMB STICK on the remote to highlight the function desired. Video Setup Menu Preference Audio Screen Saver Ch. Manager Set The Clock Locks THUMB THUMB STICK Set The Channels STICK...

  • Page 56: Screen Saver

    SETUP Menu Preference This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds. Setup Menu Preferences Set The Language English French Spanish THUMB STICK Set The Menu Background Shaded Solid Move Select Use THUMB STICK to highlight SET THE MENU BACKGROUND (shaded or solid), and press down on THUMB STICK to select the setting.

  • Page 57: Set The Clock

    SETUP The time must be set before you can Set Event Timer or TV Time Out. Set The Clock Setup Setup Menu Preference Set The Clock Screen Saver Set The Clock THUMB STICK Set The Channels Set The Inputs Time : --:-- SELECT Set Event Timer...
  • Page 58 SETUP Set The Channels Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select Cable if you have cable TV. Setup Setup Menu Preference Set The Channels Screen Saver Ant A Set The Clock Ant B THUMB STICK Set The Channels Move Return...
  • Page 59 SETUP This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Scan. This will allow you to skip Auto Channel Scan unused channels when using CHANNEL UP ( ) or DOWN ( ). Setup Setup Set The Channels Set The Channels Ant A Ant A Source...
  • Page 60 SETUP Set The Inputs Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs. Setup Setup Menu Preference Set The Inputs Screen Saver Video 1 Rename Set The Clock Video 2 Rename THUMB THUMB STICK STICK Set The Channels Video 2 Auto Link Set The Inputs...
  • Page 61 SETUP Video 2 Auto Link Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to Video 2 when it detects a video signal to input 2. Setup Setup Set The Inputs Set The Inputs Video 2 Auto Link Video 1 Rename Video 2 Rename THUMB...

  • Page 62: Set Event Timer

    SETUP Set Event Timer This function will automatically turn the Plasma TV on and off, one time only, every day, or once a week. If the clock is not set (see page 57), you can not use this function and the screen below will appear. Please Set The Clock First.

  • Page 63: Closed Caption

    SETUP Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video Closed Caption which are displayed on the Plasma Television screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs Setup Setup Menu Preference Set Closed Caption Screen Saver Caption Display Auto...
  • Page 64 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY IMPORTANT: TURN OFF THE AVC BOX, THE DISPLAY MONITOR AND THE EXTERNAL COMPONENT BEFORE CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING ANY CABLES. 1. AVC rear panel connection to an exernal component with an analog RGB output. RGB ANALOG OUTPUT AUDIO OUT SET-TOP-BOX D-SUB 15 Pin...
  • Page 65 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY This Plasma Television can automatically detect and display the signal format below. 1. RGB input signal. This Plasma Television can accept the following signal formats. Recommended Signal List Signal Mode Vertical Horizontal Signal Name Resolution Frequency (Hz) Frequency (kHz) 640 x400 70.10...
  • Page 66 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY 2. The new setting (horizontal position, vertical position, clock, and phase) of the signal will be stored. The monitor can store up to 13 settings in addition to the 10 pre-set signal timing. Any additional new settings (more than 10) will over-write the first user’s setting, second setting and so on.
  • Page 67 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY 4. Other signal formats may not be displayed correctly. Use AUTO ADJUST to automatically adjust the horizontal position, vertical posi- tion, clock, and phase. We recommend you use a signal, which has more than 50% of amplitude of white area at each corner of the picture, when performing Auto Adjustment.
  • Page 68 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY 1. Press TV/RGB button on the remote control to switch between TV, RGB1, and RGB2 modes. 2. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features in RGB MODE. 3. Press the THUMB STICK buttons to highlight a different feature.
  • Page 69 Change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture. BRIGHTNESS Adjust overall picture brightness. VIDEO COLOR Select between HIGH (9,300K-32HDT20, 9,200K-42HDT20), TEMPERATURE MEDIUM (7,500K) or STANDARD (6,500K). ENHANCER Enhance picture details. RESET Recall the factory preset data of the RGB Video Settings.
  • Page 70 Use the CURSOR to change the COLOR TEMPERATURE. Set this to HIGH for cooler with more TEMPERATURE blue (9,300K - 32HDT20; 9,200K - 42HDT20), set to MEDIUM for more natural color (7,500K), or set to STANDARD for accurate color (6,500K).
  • Page 71 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY Enhances the picture detail. ENHANCER • Use THUMB STICK to set ENHANCER ON or RGB MODE MENU OFF. VIDEO CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS • Press SELECT button to ACCEPT and EXIT to quit. COLOR TEMPERATURE MEDIUM ENHANCER RESET BLACK SIDE PANEL EXIT MOVE...
  • Page 72 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY HORIZONTAL POSITION, VERTICAL POSITION, HORIZONTAL CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE AUTO ADJUST for current RGB format are adjusted automatically. RGB MODE MENU Press SELECT to select AUTO ADJUST. SET UP AUTO ADJUST H POSITION V POSITION HORIZONTAL CLOCK CLOCK PHASE RESET RGB2 INPUT...
  • Page 73 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY Adjusts the pixel clock frequency to reduce the vertical stripe. HORIZONTAL CLOCK Use THUMB STICK to adjust the horizontal RGB MODE MENU clock. Press the MENU button to return to previous SET UP menu. Press EXIT to quit. AUTO ADJUST H POSITION V POSITION...
  • Page 74 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY This feature allows you to select between Mode A and Mode B depending on signal input to RGB2 INPUT RGB2 Input, depending on your preference. Use THUMB STICK to toggle between Mode 1 RGB MODE MENU or Mode 2 signal input to RGB2 Input.
  • Page 75 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PLASMA DISPLAY AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Dust the screen 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.

  • Page 76: Useful Info

    USEFUL INFO • 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.
  • Page 77 USEFUL INFO SYMPTOMS No Picture, no sound Sound OK, picture poor Picture OK, sound poor Picture blurred Lines or streaks in picture Poor reception on some channels Picture rolls vertically No color Poor color...

  • Page 78: Plug And Play

    PLUG and PLAY This Plasma Television complies with VESA DDC2B specifications, Plug & Play is a system with computer, peripherals (including monitors) and operating sys- tem. It works when the monitor is connected to a DDC ready computer that is running an operating system software that is capable for the plug &...
  • Page 79 Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not express- ly approved by Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. may void the user’s warranty. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain com- pliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.

  • Page 80: Specifications

    Please access www.hitachi.com/tv for detailed specifications and imensions for cus- Outputs: tom installations. UltraVision Digital is a registered trademark of Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. • Video .....1.0Vp-p. 75 Ohm TruBass and the SRS ®...
  • Page 81 Home Electronics Division Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Each facility will provide you with convenient and expedient assistance.
  • Page 82 USEFUL INFO Hitachi Canada, LTD. Digital Media Division Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please contact: In Canada: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) Monday - Friday EST 9:00am - 7:00pm Saturday EST 9:00am - 5:00pm Look for your French Manual on the outside of the box.
  • Page 83 NOTES...
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