Hitachi 42HDS52 Operating Manual page 13

Connecting External Video Sources
The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown
in the following examples:
Left Side Panel
INPUT 5 INPUT 5
R L/MONO
VIDEO S-VIDEO
AUDIO
S-Video Cable
(Optional, see note)
NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to left side panel jacks. If you do not, the
played back picture may be abnormal.
2. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-Video cable in place of the standard video cable.
3. If you have a mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack of your TV.
4. S-VIDEO input takes priority over VIDEO input.
5. If you have a VHS or 8mm camcorder, use the S-VIDEO cable in place of the VIDEO cable.
The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set
Top Box to your Plasma TV is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the
owner's manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs.
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.
Before Operating External Video Source
Connect an external source to one of the INPUT terminals, then press the INPUTS button to show the
INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR PAD (
the SELECT button or the CURSOR PAD
INPUT 5 INPUT 5
PHOTO PHOTO
INPUT INPUT
R L/MONO
AUDIO
Ferrite Core Instructions: Ferrite Core Instructions:
1. Wrap once the USB cable
(not supplied) on the ferrite
core near the Photo Input
as shown.
2. Fold and close the ferrite core
while being careful not to pinch
the cable.
and ) to select the Antenna or Input of your choice. Then press
to confirm your choice (see page 24).
Input 5
Photo Input
Cable
Air
Input 1
Move SEL Sel.
Left Side Panel
PHOTO PHOTO
INPUT INPUT
VIDEO S-VIDEO
Ferrite Core
(Supplied)
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