Hitachi 42HDS52 Operating Manual page 7

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 Connector
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 Coaxial Antenna Connector
For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the
antenna jack on the television.
S-Video (Super Video) Cable
This cable 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
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.
Stereo Cable (3.8mm plug to 3.5mm plug)
Used on all standard video and audio cable which
connect to inputs and outputs located on the rear jack
panel and front control panel.
USB Cable
This cable is used to connect your digital camera to the
Photo Input in the side of the Plasma television.
IR Mouse Cable (Provided)
Connect the IR Mouse to the IR output of your Plasma
Television when A/V Network is used. You must place
the IR mouse in front of the corresponding IR window
of your cable box and VCR. This connection allows
your TV to control your cable box and VCR.
Power Swivel Cable (Provided in 42" models)
This cable is used to connect the swivel stand to the
rear panel of the Plasma Television.
AUDIO OUT
3.8mm
STEREO
MINI-PLUG
2
RCA TYPE
PLUGS
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