Hitachi 55HDT79 User Manual

As an Energy Star®Partner,Hitachi, Ltd. has determinedthat this product meets theEnergy Star®guidelines forenergy efficiency.PLASMA TELEVISIONOperatin

10Firmly bind the cables.Thread the square hole with the band.Hook the bandto the claw.REAR/SIDE VIEWFRONT VIEWIR OUTG-LINK/IR OUT햲햺햹햸햴햻햵햳햶햷햸The Main

100AAccessories, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Antennas (Connecting), . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Aspect Ratio, . . . .

101쐃쐇쐋Service Information쐃쐇Look on the right side of the TV.Locate the LABEL where it shows the information related to MODEL NAME and SERIAL #. HITACH

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11First time use햺 REMOTE CONTROL sensorPoint your remote at this area when selectingchannels, adjusting volume, etc.햺 LEARNING AV NET sensorPoint your

12Rear Panel ConnectionsFirst time use햲 Antenna InputTo switch between Cable and Air input, go to theChannel Manager option to change the signalsource

13Rear Panel ConnectionsFirst time use햽 Upgrade CardThis card slot is for future software upgrades.Hitachi will notify you if a software upgrade isreq

14First time useThe LEFT SIDE panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder , DVD, VideoGame, VCR and a Digita

15First time useThe RIGHT SIDE panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect HDMI or DVI signalsfrom a DVD, Set Top Box , V

First time use(PROVIDED)(PROVIDED)CONNECT TOG-LINK/IR OUTCONNECT TOIR OUTNOTE: Cables are optional, except when specied.HDMI DIGITALOUTPUT CAPABILITY

17First time useTips on Rear Panel Connections• S-VIDEO, Y-PBPR, or HDMI connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. th

18First time useVCR or Laserdisc PlayerOUTPUTBack of VCR orLaserdisc PlayerS-VIDEOR L VBack ofVCROUTPUTVCRCONNECTING A VIDEO AND STEREO AU

19First time useHDTV Set-Top-Box orDVD PlayerDIGITAL OUTPUTBack ofHDTV Set-Top-Box orDVD PlayerHDMICableorLROUTPUTDIGITAL OUTPUTDVI to HDMICableororPB

Important Safety InstructionsSAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUTYOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISIONOur reputation has been built on the quality,performance

OUTPUTDVD PlayerORBack ofDVD PlayerOUTPUTL R Y PB PRHDTV Set-Top BoxPR/CR PB/CB YVIDEO L RAUDIOCONNECTING A COMPONENT AND STEREOAUDIO SOURCE TO

21Stereo System AmplifierVCR or other externalcomponentsINPUTS-VIDEOR L VOptionalBack ofVCROUTPUTVCRAUDIO OUT VIDEO OUTOPTICALINSt

Connecting External Video SourcesYour HITACHI Plasma Television is equipped with an AV Network feature. This feature helps to control yourexternal Au

23Your HITACHI Plasma Television is equipped with a G-LINK feature. This connection is necessary for the TVGuide On ScreenTMsystem to work with your

Connecting External Video SourcesCONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITHDIGITAL INTERFACE CAPABILITY TO IEEE1394TERMINALS.1. Connect the IEEE1394 cable fr

The Remote Control25In addition to controlling all the functions on yourHITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control isdesigned to operate different type

The Remote Control햲 POWER buttonPress this button to turn the TV set on or off whenthe remote is in TV mode. (See page 25 forinstructions on how to s

27The Remote ControlHow to Use the Remote to Control Your TV16:9 STANDARD 2Use this aspect mode to display 16:9 sources likeHDTV and DVD’s preserving

The Remote Control햸 DAY/NIGHT buttonPress this button to toggle between Day(Normal),Day(Dynamic) and Night picture mode settings. Select Day modes for

29The Remote Control1. Press the INPUTS button to cycle through theINPUTS selections until the PHOTO INPUT isselected. Press the SELECT button orCUR

3Important Safety InstructionsPower sourceThis plasma television is designed to operate on 120volts 60 Hz, AC current. Insert the power cord into a120

The Remote ControlROTATESelect this menu item to rotate selected photoseither clockwise (CURSOR PAD ) andcounterclockwise (CURSOR PAD ).SLIDESHOWSel

31The Remote ControlHow to Use the Remote to Control Your TVWhen an IEEE1394 device is not connectedWhen an IEEE1394 device is connected1. Press INPUT

헁 LAST CHANNEL (LAST CH) buttonPress this button to toggle between the current andlast channel viewed.헂 VOLUME (VOL) WHEEL, MUTE buttonUse the VOL WHE

33+-햲햳Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates one Tunertechnology designed for improved viewing enjoyment.This feature allows you to view Digital Channels

Picture-In-Picture (PIP)PIP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURESelect CABLE/AIR or INPUT 1~5 from the INPUTS menu. Select a channel that has a 1080i/720p signal.T

35햳 PAUSE buttonIf you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press thePAUSE button. This is convenient when trying towrite down the address for a mail order

36Operating the precoded function for your cablebox.This remote is designed to operate different types ofcable boxes. You must first program the remot

37Operating the precoded function for your set-top-box/satellite receiver.This remote is designed to operate different types ofset-top-box/satellite s

Operating the precoded function for your DVDplayer.This remote is designed to operate different types ofDVD players. You must first program the remot

39Operating the precoded function for yourVCR/PVR (Personal Video Recorder).This remote is designed to operate different types ofVCRs/PVRs. You must

4AccessoriesFirst time useCheck to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material./Power CordRemote ControlTwo

The Remote ControlOperating the precoded function for your Audiocomponent.This remote is designed to operate different types ofAudio component. You m

41INPUT ACCESSThis optional feature allows the user of the remotecontrol to setup it’s ENTER (ENT) button to access thespecified input of the TV. Set

The Remote ControlRemote Control CodesVCR BRAND ...CODEABS ...1972Admiral ...0048, 0209

43The Remote ControlJasco ...0015, 0153, 0315Jerrold ... 0003, 0011, 0012,0014, 0015, 0024, 0276, 0476, ...

44The Simple Remote ControlMUTEFAV CHSELECTVOL +CH -CH +GUIDEVOL -MENUINPUTSPOWEREXIT햴햳햲햹햸햺햻햵햶햷 POWER buttonPress Power button to turn the Plasma Tel

45SetupTimersLocksTV Guide On ScreenChannel ManagerAudioVide o Move SEL SelectPower SwivelThis part of the screenshows which RemoteControl buttons

Video Move SEL SelectPower SwivelHDT HDXTV Guide On ScreenPower SwivelChannel ManagerLocksTimersAudioSetupSetupTimersLocksTV Gu

47On-Screen DisplayVideoSelect VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improvepicture quality. You can independently customize each ofthe Video Inputs to

On-Screen DisplayVideoColor TemperatureSet this to High for cooler color with more blue, set to Medium for more natural color, set to Standard for acc

49On-Screen DisplayResetTintColorGreenRed 50%50%62%Color DecodingVideo MoveSEL ReturnRGB R G BorColor Decoding Use this function to adjust and bal

BA(a) Power SwivelNOT USED(b) Power SwivelUSEDAB4 in. 12 in.10 cm 30 cm4 in. 16 in.10 cm 39 cm42"55"5Securing to a table-top1. Using wood sc

On-Screen DisplayVideoReset Video SettingsVideo MoveSEL ReturnSelect “Reset” to return the video menu settings on this Input to the original facto

51On-Screen DisplayAudioPerfect VolumeAuto Noise CancelInternal SpeakersAudio SourceBass BoostSurroundBalanceBassTrebleOffOffOnStereoOnOff L R50

52On-Screen DisplayDRCDigital OutputLanguageLoudnessPerfect VolumeAuto Noise CancelInternal SpeakersAudio SourceBass BoostOffOffOnStereoOnOnDolby Digi

53On-Screen DisplaySetupTimersLocksTV Guide On ScreenChannel ManagerAudioVideo Move SEL SelectPower SwivelTV Guide On ScreenThe TV Guide On-Screen

54On-Screen DisplayScreen 5:Would you like to use the TV Guide On ScreenUse the CURSOR PAD  and  to highlight yourchoice, then press the SELECT butt

55On-Screen DisplayScreen 11:Are the settings correct ?If Yes the TV Guide setup is complete, then pressSELECT button to continue.If No please make th

56On-Screen DisplayChannel ManagerChannel ManagerSetupTimersLocksTV Guide On ScreenChannel ManagerAudioVideo MoveSEL SelectPower SwivelAuto Channe

57On-Screen DisplayChannel ListAuto Channel ScanSignal MeterChannel Manager MoveSEL ReturnChannel ListChannel Manager Move Return    

58On-Screen DisplayLocksPlease Enter Access Code Access Code: - - - - [#Keys] Enter CodeCanadian Ratings(Frn)Canadian Ratings(Eng)TV RatingsMovie

59Movie RatingsLocks Move SEL ReturnsutatS detaRtoN G PG PG-13 R NC-17 XCanadian Ratings(Frn)Canadian Ratings(Eng)TV RatingsMovie RatingsE

First time useHow to set up your new HITACHI Plasma TelevisionSETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING STEP (1) :Please locate the STAND PLATE metal on the back of t

60On-Screen DisplayTV RatingsLocks Move SEL ReturngnitaRbuS Status D L S V FVY-VT TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MAAlternate Ratings U.S.Canadi

61On-Screen DisplayCanadian Ratings (Eng)Use CANADIAN RATINGS (ENG) to block any type ofmovie and television program in Canada that you feelmight be i

62On-Screen DisplayLocksCanadian Ratings (Frn)Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block CanadianFrench programs according to various program ratingsthat you

63On-Screen DisplayAlternate Ratings (Example Only) :G General audiences. All ages admitted.PG Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be s

64On-Screen DisplaySet The ClockTimersSet Day/Night TimerSet Sleep TimerSet The ClockTimers Move SEL SelectNot Set0:00-- : -- AM PST Move SEL

65Set Day/Night TimerTimersSet Day/Night TimerSet Sleep TimerSet The ClockTimers Move SEL SelectNot Set-- : -- PST Move SEL Return Activate

66SetupSet The InputsSet The Screen SaverSet The AV NetSet The Menu OptionsSet The Closed CaptionsSet The Output TerminalsSet The Quick Start OptionsS

67On-Screen DisplayMenu PreferenceSetup Move SEL ReturnSet The Language : EnglishSet The Menu Background : ShadedSet

68On-Screen DisplaySet The InputsSetup Move SEL ReturnInput1 :****Input2 :****Input3 :****Input4 :**** Auto Link : OInput5

69On-Screen DisplayAV NET SETUP WIZARD ( Example: A/VRECEIVER Setup)1. Press the SELECT button to start the SETUPWIZARD.2. Use the CURSOR PAD  or 

7First time useHow to set up your new HITACHI Plasma TelevisionVIEWINGThe best picture is seen by sitting directly in front ofthe TV and about 10 to 1

On-Screen Display15. If you would like to label your A/V ReceiverSource, use the CURSOR PAD  or  tohighlight “ Yes “ then press the SELECTbutton

71On-Screen Display8. Use the CURSOR PAD  or  to choose thebrand name of your DVD.9. Press the CURSOR PAD  to highlight the IRCODE Set, then use

72On-Screen Display5. Use the CURSOR PAD  or  to select“Other” from brand name choices.6. Use the CURSOR PAD  or  to highlight“Learning Mode” t

73On-Screen Display16. Use the CURSOR PAD  or  to select theA/V Receiver Source if you have connected theMonitor Out and Optical Out to the A/VRecei

74On-Screen Display7. Use the CURSOR PAD  or  to choose thedevice you wish to learn. (Example: DVD 3)8. Select NEXT to continue.9. Select the DVD

75On-Screen Display19. Continue with the normal procedures to setupTV Input, Monitor Out, Optical Out and thelabeling of the source buttons.20. Select

76On-Screen DisplaySet The Closed CaptionsSetup Move SEL ReturnCaption Display : OAnalog Mode : Captions Channel : 1Digital Language : 1(Unknow

On-Screen DisplaySet The Output TerminalsSetup Move SEL Returnio Out :Video Out : MonitorAud FixedSet The InputsSet The Screen Saver

78On-Screen DisplaySetupAfter the CableCARD has been successfully installed, you can access CableCARD Information menu in theSETUP menu of the On-Scre

79On-Screen DisplaySet The Quick Start OptionsSetupSelect OFF to save electricity O On Move SEL Select

8First time use300-Ohm Twin Lead This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to anantenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm).Phono Used on all standard vide

80On-Screen DisplaySetupReset TV SettingsThis function allows you to Reset all TV Settings to the original factory settings on all modes during the ne

81Useful InformationEquipment Care and TroubleshootingTROUBLESHOOTINGYour HITACHI Plasma Television incorporates advanced power surge protection techn

82Useful InformationReception ProblemsIGNITION NOISE:Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift.Usually caused by inte

83Useful InformationTroubleshootingNo.Items Notes1Buzzing sound from Plasmadisplay panel.A buzzing sound may be heard when the plasma television is tu

Useful InformationTV Guide On-ScreenTMFrequently askedquiestions continuedIf I add a recorder or change my cable service, howdo I change my Setup info

85Useful InformationFederal Communications Commission NoticeThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital d

86Useful InformationAll specifications, weights, and dimensions are subject to change withoutprior notice. Please access www.hitachi.com/tv for detai

87Useful InformationSet Dimensions42 Inch Models (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 88/39.855 Inch Models (Plasma Television Only) Weight (l

88Useful InformationHitachiHITACHI AMERICA, LTD. HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISIONHITACHI has made every effort to assure you hours oftrouble free operation f

89End User License Agreement for HITACHI DTV SoftwareEND USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWAREIMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY: This End User Lice

9Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and FunctionsFirst time useIn addition to controlling all of the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new

90End User License Agreements for Operating System SoftwareSOFTWARE LICENSE INFORMATIONYour HITACHI brand digital television (the “DTV”) uses certain

91Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it. By contrast, the GNU General Public License

92End User License Agreement for Operating System SoftwareIn addition, mere aggregation of another work not based on the Program with the Program (or

93End User License Agreement for Operating System SoftwareTO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE ENT

94Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it. By contrast, the GNU General Public License

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97or among countries not thus excluded. In such case, this License incorporates the limitation as if written in the body of this License. 13. The Fr

98Picture Format for Each Input Source Aspect SpecificationsYes : Selectable No : Un -Input Auto Aspect AspectAppendixesAppendixesAppendix A:S igna

99Appendixes(Continuation)Input Auto Aspect AspectAspect SpecificationsYes : Selectable No : Un - Selectable S ignal Aspect Video ID 16:9Standard 116