Panasonic VIERA TH-L42U20K Operating Instructions Manual page 42

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 (  1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set
top box or a game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully
wired) cable. About connections, see "External Equipment" (p. 38, 39).
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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Audio Return Channel (  2) (HDMI2 terminal only)
DVI connection
If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI
adapter cable (  3).
When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal
(HDMI1 / 2: use COMPONENT-AUDIO terminals / HDMI3: use AV3 audio terminals).
Note
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Audio settings can be made on the "HDMI1 / 2 / 3 Input" in the Sound Menu. (p. 23)
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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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An equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either
"COMPONENT" or "VIDEO" to receive analogue signals.
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This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology.
(  1): The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.
(  2): Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to be able to send digital sound signals via an HDMI cable.
(  3): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
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HDMI connection
"Input signal that can be displayed" (p. 43)
Match the output setting of the digital equipment.
: "Input signal that can be displayed" (p. 43)
Match the output setting of the PC.
"VIERA Link" (p. 34)
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