Hitachi P55H401 User Manual

As an Energy Star®Partner,Hitachi, Ltd. has determinedthat this product meets theEnergy Star®guidelines forenergy efficiency.test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18

10test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM 300-Ohm Twin Lead This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to anantenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm).Phono or RCA Us

2. La Posición Vertical regresa automáticamente a "0" cuando se apaga y se enciende la TV.test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 48100VideoFo

101test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 49AudioAudioSeleccione el menú AUDIO para ajustar la TV a supreferencia y mejorar la calidad del sonido.1. Presi

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 50102AudioTipo de AudioEl sonido multicanal de Televisión (MTS-Multichannel Television Sound) le permitirá seleccio

103test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 51Organizar CanalesOrganizar CanalesSeleccione ORGANIZAR CANALES para configurarlas opciones de la antena, corre

104test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 56Lista de CanalesEsta función permite revisar cuales canales estánetiquetados (ID), cuales están agregados a la

105test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 57CensurasEsta función bloqueará la imagen y el sonido del canalo entrada de video seleccionada.El código para i

106test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 58Clasificación de CineUse CLASIFICACIÓN DE CINE para prevenir ver cualquierpelícula que usted crea inapropiada

107test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 59TV-Y Para niños. Los temas y elementos en este programa son especificamente diseñados

108test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 60C Programación dirigida a niños menores de 8 años - Lineamientos sobre

109test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 61G General - Programación dirigida para audiencia de todas las edades. No contie

11test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AMQuick Reference Remote Control Buttons and FunctionsPOWER BUTTON (TV, CBL, VCR, DVD, SAT)Turns the selected device on an

110test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 62Clasificación de Región 5 (Ejemplo) :Región 5Use REGIÓN 5 para prevenir ver cualquier película oprograma que c

111test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 63NOTA: 1. Cuando se selecciona Automáticamente ajusta el reloj por el cambio de horario de verano, la TVcalcula

112test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 64 Mover SEL ElegirProgramar Modo Día/NocheTiempo de Auto-ApagadoFijar RelojHorariosSin Configurar0:0010 : 2

113test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 65Configurar EventosEsta función automáticamente operará las reservacionesde programas de su televisor Plasma.

114ConfigurarConfigurarSeleccione CONFIGURAR cuando configure su TVpor primera vez.1. Use los CURSORES, ,  o  para seleccionarel submenú de su e

115test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 103Elegir Fondo de MenúEsta función le permite elegir uno de dos tipos defondos.1. Use los CURSORES o  para r

116test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 66Menú en PantallaConfigurarConfigurar EntradasUse esta función para dar un nombre a cualquiera dede las entrada

117test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 67ConfigurarSubtítulosLos Subtítulos son los diálogos, la narración, y/o los efectosde sonido de un programa de

118test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 76ConfigurarConfigurar el Inicio RápidoEsta función le permite seleccionar entre las opciones deINICIO RAPIDO. S

119test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 79Cuidados de su Televisión y Solución de ProblemasSolución de ProblemasSu Televisión de Plasma HITACHI incorpor

12test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 10PUSH TO OPEN CONTROL DOORFRONT VIEWPUSH EJECTUPGRADE CARD(SERVICE USE ONLY)햲햺햹햸햴햳햶햷햲FRONT POWER buttonPress thi

120test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 102Problemas de RecepciónRUIDO DE ENCENDIDO:Puntos negros o rayas horizontales pueden aparecer, la imagen puede

121test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 81Solución de Problemas1. Solución de Problemas de la Televisión de PlasmaSincronía del AudioPudiera existir un

122test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 82Declaración de la FCC (Federal Communications Commission)Este equipo ha sido probado y ha demostrado cumplir c

123test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 85Especificaciones, pesos, y dimensiones estan sujetas a cambio sin notificaciónprevia. Favor de accesar a www.h

124test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 86ABCDEFGH J TSLMUnidades I K RQPONMilímetrosPulgadas 42 2-3/4 2-3/4 30-21/32 28-1/16 21-31/32 17-31/32

125test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 87ABCDEFGHJTSLMUnidadesIKRQPONPulgadasMilímetros48-13/16 2-9/16 2-9/16 34-11/16 32-5/1627-17/32

126test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 102DimensionesABCDEFGHJTSLMUnidadesIKRQPONMilímetrosPulgadas55-1/2 3-15/32 3-15/32 35-5/8 19-3/1648-19/32

127test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 87HitachiHITACHI AMERICA, LTD. HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISIONHITACHI ha hecho el máximo esfuerzo para segurarlehoras

128test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 88쐃쐇쐋쐃쐇Observar el lado derecho del Televisor.Localizar la etiqueta donde se muestra la información relacionada

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

13test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM REMOTE CONTROL sensorPoint your remote at this area when selectingchannels, adjusting volume, etc.햺INPUT- FRONT JACKSIN

130License AgreementsEnd User License Agreements for Operating System SoftwareOPERATING SYSTEM LICENSE INFORMATIONThis HITACHI TV incorporates certain

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

132In addition, mere aggregation of another work not based on theProgram with the Program (or with a work based on the Program)on a volume of a storag

133TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY ANDFITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE ENTIRE RISKAS TO THE QUALITYAND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAMIS

134Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it. By contrast, the GNU General Public Licens

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136a work containing portions of the Library, and distribute that work under terms of your choice, provided that the terms permit PRGL¿FDtion of the w

137or among countries not thus excluded. In such case, this License incorporates the limitation as if written in the body of this License. 13. The F

Picture Format for Each Input SourceAppendixesAppendixesAppendix A:138Aspect Specifications Yes : Selectable 웎 : Un-selectable Input Auto

Aspect SpecificationsAppendixes139AppendixesAppendix A:(Continuation)Input Auto Aspect AspectS ignal Aspect Video ID 16:9Standard 116:9Standard 216:9Z

14test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 12Rear Panel Connections햲 Antenna InputTo switch between Cable and Air input, go to theChannel Manager option to

140AAccessories, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Antennas (Connecting), . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Aspect Ratio, . . . . .

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15test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 13PUSH EJECTUPGRADE CARD(SERVICE USE ONLY)The FRONT panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to eas

16test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 14The FRONT panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder , DVD, VideoGame

17test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 15NOTE: Cables are optional, except when specified.HDMI DIGITALOUTPUT CAPABILITY HDMI OUTPUTHDMItoHDMIVCR #1Cabl

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 16Tips on Rear Panel Connections• S-VIDEO, Y-PBPR, or HDMI connections are provided for high performance laserdisc

19test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 17Back ofVCROUTPUTVCRVideoCONNECTING A VIDEO AND STEREO AUDIOSOURCE TO INPUT1 ~ INPUT-FRONT1. Connect the cable f

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 2Important Safety InstructionsSAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUTYOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISIONOur reputation has b

20test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 18CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH HDMI ORDVI CAPABILITY TO HDMI 1, HDMI 2 OR HDMI FRONT1. Connect the HDMI or

21test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 19CONNECTING A COMPONENT AND STEREOAUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 2 or 3 :Y-PBPR.1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of th

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 20CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MONAURAL AUDIOSOURCE TO INPUT 1 ~ FRONT INPUT1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of th

23test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 21In addition to controlling all the functions on yourHITACHI Plasma Television , the new remote controlis design

24How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV쐃 POWER buttonPress this button to turn the TV set on or off whenthe remote is in TV mode.쐇 MODE buttonsThes

25How to Use the Remote to Control Your TVIMA G E INPUTIMA G E INPUTIMA G E INPUTIMA G E INPUT1216:9 STANDARD 2Use this aspect mode to display 16:9 so

26test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 102How to Use the Remote to Control Your TVINPUTS buttonWhen the remote control is in TV mode, press thisbutton t

27How to Use the Remote to Control Your TVVOLUME (VOL), MUTE buttonPress the VOLUME button ( or ) until you obtainthe desired sound level.To reduce

28The Remote ControlOPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTION FOR YOUR CABLE BOX.This remote is designed to operate different types ofcable boxes. You must firs

29OPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTION FORYOUR SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER.This remote is designed to operate different types ofset-top-box/satellite sy

3test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 3Important Safety InstructionsPower sourceThis plasma television is designed to operate on 120volts 60 Hz, AC curr

30OPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTION FOR YOUR DVD PLAYER.This remote is designed to operate different types ofDVD players. You must first program the rem

31OPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTION FOR YOUR VCR.This remote is designed to operate different types ofVCRs. You must first program the remote to match t

32On-Screen DisplayNOTE: The On Screen Display (OSD) for the different submenus shown in next pages are for illustrationpurposes only, therefore; does

33TimersLocksChannel ManagerAudioOn-Screen DisplayPicture Mode Select between 3 pictures modes;Day Dynamic, Day Normal and Night.Cont

34On-Screen DisplVideoOn-Screen DisplaySelect VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improvepicture quality. You can independently customize each ofthe

2. This setting return to Off automatically after TV power On/Off.35VideoColor TemperatureSet this to High for cooler color with more blue, set to Me

2. Vertical Position setting returns to "0" automatically after TV power On/Off.36Reset Video SettingsThis function allows you to Reset the

AudioAudioSelect AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference andto improve the sound quality.1. Press CURSOR PAD  or  to select menu item.2. Press CU

38Audio SourceMulti-Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural sound)used when receiving a weak ste

On-Screen DisplayChannel ManagerSelect CHANNEL MANAGER to set your Antennaoptions, run Auto Channel Scan, Check Signal Meterand Set Channel List.1. Pr

4Accessoriestest-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 4Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.Power C

40Channel ListThis function allows you to review which channels arelabeled (ID), which have been added to CHANNELMEMORY (SCAN), which are protected by

LocksThis function will block out the picture and sound of theselected channel or video input. The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digitacce

42Movie RatingsUse Movie Ratings to prevent viewing of any movie thatyou feel may be inappropriate due to its content.1. Use the CURSOR PAD ,  to se

LocksTV RatingsUse TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of any TVprogram that you feel may be inappropriate due to itscontent.1. Use the CURSOR PAD , 

44Canadian Ratings (Eng)Use CANADIAN RATINGS (ENG) to block any type ofmovie and television program in Canada that you feelmight be inappropriate in i

45LocksCanadian Ratings (Frn)Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block CanadianFrench programs according to various program ratingsthat you feel might be in

46Alternate Ratings (Example Only) :G General audiences. All ages admitted.PG Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for child

Select TIMERS to set your Clock, Sleep Timer, EventTimer and Day/Night Timer.1. Use the CURSOR buttons or  to highlight thefunction to be adjusted.2

48TimersSet Sleep TimerSelect this feature to set your SLEEP TIMER from 30minutes to 3 hours (30 minute increments).1. Press the CURSOR PAD repeatedl

49TimersOn-Screen DisplaySet Event TimerThis function will automatically operate the Plasma TVviewing reservation of a program. If the clock is not se

AA4 in.10 cm4 in.10 cm42"50"4 in.10 cm55"5test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 5Securing to a table-top1. Using wood screws (two) fasten

50SetupOn-Screen DisplaySelect SETUP when setting your TV up for the firsttime.1. Use the CURSOR PAD, ,  or  to selectthe sub-menu of your choice.

51Set The Menu BackgroundThis function allows you to choose from two menubackgrounds.1. Use the CURSOR PAD or  to highlightSET THE MENU BACKGROUND (

52SetupSet The InputsUse this feature to give a name to any of the videoinputs.1. Press the CURSOR PAD,  to highlight the videoinputs.2. Press the C

53SetupSet The Closed CaptionsClosed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/orsound effects of a television program or home videowhich are displaye

54SetupSet The Quick Start OptionsThis feature will select QUICK START UP options. Setthis feature to ON to have the TV tune channels (bothAnalog and

55Equipment Care and TroubleshootingTROUBLESHOOTINGYour HITACHI Plasma Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to

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

57lTroubleshootingNo. Items Notes1Buzzing sound from Plasmadisplay panel.A buzzing sound may be heard when the plasma television is turned on in a ver

58Federal Communications Commission NoticeThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

59test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 85lAll specifications, weights, and dimensions are subject to change withoutprior notice. Please access www.hita

6test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 88쐃쐇쐋쐃쐇Pass the AC cord through Clamp #1 and connectThe AC cord and the signal cables can all beheld together with

60test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 86Set DimensionsABCDEFGHJTSLMUnitsIKRQPONInchesmmInches 42 2-3/4 2-3/4 30-21/32 28-1/16 21-31/32 17-31

61test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 87ABCDEFGHJTSLMUnitsIKRQPONInchesmmInches 48-13/16 2-9/16 2-9/16 34-11/16 32-5/1627-17/32 19-29/

Set Dimensions62ABCDEFGHJTSLMUnitsIKRQPONInchesmmInches 55-1/2 3-15/32 3-15/32 35-5/8 19-3/1648-19/32 27-1/4 5-1/32 3-25/32 1-1/4 15-11/32

63test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 87lHitachiHITACHI AMERICA, LTD. HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISIONHITACHI has made every effort to assure you hours oftrou

쐃쐇쐋쐃쐇Look on the right side of the TV.Locate the LABEL where it shows the information related to MODEL NAME and SERIAL #. HITACHI Service Department w

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 1TELEVISOR DE PLASMAGuía de funcionamiento para P42H401,Como miembro de Energy Star,Hitachi, Ltd. ha determinadoque

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 2SOBRE SU TELEVISOR DE PLASMA HITACHINuestra reputación se ha formado en base a la calidad,desempeño y facilidad de

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 3Visión pública de material con derechos de autorLa visión pública de programas transmitidos porestaciones de telev

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 4Uso por primera vezCable de energía Control Remototipo “AA” 1.5V Base(50" incluída)Para modelos de U.S.A. :Pa

ACABLEA4 in.10 cm4 in.10 cm42"50"4 in.10 cm55"test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 5Uso por primera vez42” 50”30 cm (12 inches) 10 cm (4

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 887How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma TelevisionSETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 50" & 55" MODELSSTEP

70test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 88  Pasar el cable de AC através del sujetador #1 yLos cables de señal y el cable de AC pueden sersujetados

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:19 AM Page 8871Cómo colocar su nuevo televisor de plasma HitachiNOTA: Use la base para pared (WALL MOUNT) para el Telev

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 672Cómo configurar su nuevo televisor de plasma HitachiCONFIGURACIÓN PARA MONTAJE EN LA PARED EN MODELO 42"PAS

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 773AIR / CABLE AIR / CABLE orCómo configurar su nuevo televisor de plasma HitachiVISIÓNLa mejor posición para ver l

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM 74TERMINAL DEAUDÍFONO 3.8mmSALIDA DE AUDIOESTÉREO2 Terminalestipo PHONO ó RCAplano 300-Ohm doble hiloEste cable de antena

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM75Guía Rápida para las Funciones del Control RemotoBOTÓN de Encendido (POWER)(TV, CBL, VCR, DVD, SAT)Enciende ó apaga el e

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 1076PRESIONAR PARA ABRIR LA PUERTAVISTA FRONTAL햲햺햹햸햴햳햶햷El botón principalestá localizado en laparte inferior del Te

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM 77Sensor de CONTROL REMOTO (R/C)Apuntar su control remoto en está area al elegircanales, ajustando volumen, etc.햺햻Termina

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 12Conexiones del Panel Posterior햲햳햸햹햴햷햺햵햶햲 Entrada de AntenaPara cambiar entre la señal Cable y Aérea, ir a laopció

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 1379Las entradas en el panel FRONTAL se proveen para su conveniencia permitiendole la fácil conexión de señales HDM

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 68How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma TelevisionSETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 42" MODELSSTEP (1) :Please loca

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 1480PUSH EJECTUPGRADE CARD(SERVICE USE ONLY)-Las terminales Frontales se proveen para su conveniencia permitiendole

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 1581NOTA: Los Cables son opcionales, excepto cuando se especifica.Equipo con Capacidadde Salida Digital HDMIHDMI O

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 1682Consejos sobre las Conexiones del Panel Posterior• Las conexiones S-VIDEO, Y-PBPR, ó HDMI se proveen para equi

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 1783Parte posterior de la VCROUTPUTVCRVideoCONECTANDO UNA FUENTE DE VIDEO Y AUDIOESTEREO A LAS ENTRADAS INPUT1 ~ IN

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 1884CONECTANDO UN EQUIPO CON SALIDA HDMIConectando Equipos de Video ExternosHDTV Set-Top-Box óReproductor de DVDCab

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 1985CONECTANDO UN EQUIPO CON SALIDA DE COMPONENTESY DE AUDIO EN LAS ENTRADAS 2 ó 3 : Y-PBPR.1. Conecte el cabl

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 2086CONECTANDO UN EQUIPO DE VIDEO Y AUDIOMONAURAL A LAS ENTRADAS INPUT 1~ INPUT-FRONT1. Conectar el cable de la s

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 2187El Control RemotoAdemás de controlar todas las funciones de su TVPlasma HITACHI, el nuevo control remoto está d

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 26Como Utilizar el Control Remoto de su TV쐃Botón de encendido/apagado (POWER)Presione este botón para encender o ap

89test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 27l lComo Utilizar el Control Remoto de su TV16:9 ESTÁNDAR 2Use este modo de aspecto para desplegar fuentes16:9 c

9test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 7How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma TelevisionVIEWINGThe best picture is seen by sitting directly in front ofth

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 28Como Utilizar el Control Remoto de su TV90Botón de Subtítulos (Closed Captions-CC)Presione este botón para desple

91test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 31Como Utilizar el Control Remoto de su TVBotón de VOLUMEN (VOL), Botón MUTEUse el botón VOL UP () or VOL DOWN (

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 3692OPERACIÓN DE LAS FUNCIONES PREGRABADAS PARASU RECEPTOR DE CABLE.Este control remoto está diseñado para operar d

93test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 37OPERACIÓN DE LAS FUNCIONES PREGRABADAS PARASU STB/RECEPTOR SATELITAL.Este control remoto está diseñado para ope

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 3894lNOTA: Consulte la guía de operación del reproductor de DVDpara la operación de los botones exclusivos para elr

95test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 39OPERACIÓN DE LAS FUNCIONES PREGRABADAS PARASU VCR.Este control remoto está diseñado para operar diferentes tipo

96test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 102el botón SELECT para seleccionar o elegir.El menú preestablecido de fábrica está en idioma Inglés, para lograr

97Menú en Pantallatest-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 45VideoTemperatura de color Elija el modo ALTA para una menorintensidad de color con más azul,e

test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 4698VideoSeleccione VIDEO para ajustar las opciones de la imageny mejorar la calidad de la misma. Usted podrá confi

99test-bleed 3/3/06 10:18 AM Page 47VideoTemperatura de ColorConfigure esta opción a ALTA para un color más frio (azulado), a MEDIA para un color m