Technical Information
HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world's first complete digital consumer AV interface complying
with a non-compression standard.
HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV and the
equipment.
HDMI-compatible equipment
game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
For information about connections, see "External Equipment" (p. 100).
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Applicable HDMI features
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Input audio signal : 2ch Linear PCM (sampling frequencies - 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz)
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Input video signal : 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p
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Input PC signal
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VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5) :
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3D
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Content Type
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Deep Colour
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x.v.Colour™
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Audio Return Channel
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DVI connection
If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable
When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (HDMI1 / 2 / 3:
use COMPONENT-AUDIO terminals / HDMI4: use AV3 audio terminals).
Note
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Audio settings can be made on the "HDMI1 / 2 / 3 / 4 Input" in the Sound Menu. (p. 39)
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If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to "16:9".
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These HDMI connectors are "type A".
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These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copyright
protection.
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Equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either "COMPONENT",
S-VIDEO", or "VIDEO" to receive analogue signals.
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This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology.
A PC may be connected to this TV so that the PC screen is displayed and sound is heard from the TV.
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PC signals that can be inputted: Horizontal scanning frequency 31 to 69 kHz; vertical scanning frequency
59 to 86 Hz (more than 1,024 signal lines could result in incorrect display of the image).
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A PC adapter is not necessary for the DOS/V-compliant D-sub 15-pin connector.
Note
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Some PC models cannot be connected to this TV.
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When using PC, set the colour display quality of PC to the highest position.
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For details of the applicable PC signals
"Input signal that can be displayed" (p. 106)
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Max. display resolution
4:3
Aspect
16:9
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D-sub 15-pin connector signal
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HDMI connection
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with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or a
(
1)
"Input signal that can be displayed" (p. 106)
Match the output setting of the digital equipment.
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"Input signal that can be displayed" (p. 106)
Match the output setting of the PC.
"VIERA Link" (p. 95)
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(HDMI2 terminal only)
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3)
1,440 × 1,080 pixels
1,920 × 1,080 pixels
Pin No.
Signal Name
NC (not connected)
GND (Ground)
( ∗ 1): The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.
( ∗ 2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
( ∗ 3): Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to be able to
send digital sound signals via an HDMI cable.
PC connection
Pin No.
Signal Name
R
GND (Ground)
G
GND (Ground)
B
GND (Ground)
NC (not connected)
GND (Ground)
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(
Pin No.
Signal Name
NC (not connected)
NC (not connected)
HD
VD
NC (not connected)
.
2)