Hitachi P42H4011 User Manual

P55H4011PLASMA TELEVISIONOperating Guide for P42H401, P42H401AP50H401, P50H401A, P55H401, P42H4011IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...

10300-Ohm Twin Lead This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to anantenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm).Phono or RCA Used on all standard video and

11Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and FunctionsPOWER BUTTON (TV, CBL, VCR, DVD, SAT)Turns the selected device on and off.INPUTS BUTTON (TV)Acce

12PUSH TO OPEN CONTROL DOORFRONT VIEWPUSH EJECTUPGRADE CARD(SERVICE USE ONLY)햲햺햹햸햴햳햶햷햲 FRONT POWER buttonPress this button to turn the Plasma Televisi

13First time useREMOTE CONTROL sensorPoint your remote at this area when selectingchannels, adjusting volume, etc.햺햻INPUT-FRONT JACKSINPUT-FRONT provi

14Rear Panel Connections햲 Antenna InputTo switch between Cable and Air input, go to theChannel Manager option to change the signalsource CABLE or AIR.

15PUSH EJECTUPGRADE CARD(SERVICE USE ONLY)The FRONT panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect HDMI or DVI signalsfrom a

16The FRONT panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder , DVD, VideoGame and a VCR as shown in the following

17NOTE: Cables are optional, except when specified.HDMI DIGITALOUTPUT CAPABILITY HDMI OUTPUTHDMItoHDMIVCR #1Cable TV coaxial cable2-Way signal splitt

Tips on Rear Panel ConnectionsFirst time use• S-VIDEO, Y-PBPR, or HDMI connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that

19Back ofVCROUTPUTVCRVideoCONNECTING A VIDEO AND STEREO AUDIOSOURCE TO INPUT1 ~ INPUT-FRONT1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of theVCR or the la

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

20CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH HDMI ORDVI CAPABILITY TO HDMI 1, HDMI 2 OR HDMI FRONT1. Connect the HDMI or DVI to HDMI connectioncable from the

21CONNECTING A COMPONENT AND STEREOAUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 2 or 3 :Y-PBPR.1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of theLaserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top

CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MONAURAL AUDIOSOURCE TO INPUT 1 ~ FRONT INPUT1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of theVCR or the laserdisc player to the I

23In addition to controlling all the functions on yourHITACHI Plasma Television , the new remote controlis designed to operate different types of VCRs

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

26How to Use the Remote to Control Your TVINPUTS buttonWhen the remote control is in TV mode, press thisbutton to access the INPUTS menu. Use theCURSO

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

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

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 Off/On.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

4Accessoriescausing possible injury.Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.Power CordRemote Co

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 sel

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,  t

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"5Securing to a table-top1. Using wood screws (two) fasten the set to theclamping screw holes o

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.2. Pr

51Set The Menu BackgroundThis function allows you to choose from two menubackgrounds.SET THE MENU BACKGROUND (SHADED ORSOLID) of your choice. Use the

52SetupSet The InputsSetup Move SEL ReturnInput1 :****Input2 :****Input3 :****Input-Front :**** Auto Link : Off Move SEL Sele

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

59lAll specifications, weights, and dimensions are subject to change withoutprior notice. Please access www.hitachi.us/tv for detailed specifications

6쐃쐇쐋쐃쐇Pass the AC cord through Clamp #1 and connectThe AC cord and the signal cables can all beheld together with Clamp #2.Depend on the model size 42

60Set DimensionsABCDEFGHJTSLMUnitsIKRQPONInchesmmInches 42 2-3/4 2-3/4 30-21/32 28-1/1621-31/32 17-31/32 15-11/32 36-7/16 20-23/32 4-23/32

61ABCDEFGHJTSLMUnitsIKRQPONInchesmmInches 48-13/16 2-9/16 2-9/16 34-11/16 32-5/1627-17/32 19-29/32 17-17/32 43-23/32 24-13/16

Set Dimensions6255 Inch Models (Not Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 133.3/60.5Rear View, Use as Reference for Wall Mount BracketUseful Inf

63lHitachiHITACHI AMERICA, LTD. HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISIONHITACHI has made every effort to assure you hours oftrouble free operation from your unit. Ho

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

7How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma TelevisionSETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 50" & 55" MODELSSTEP (1) :Please locate the STAND METAL on

8How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma TelevisionSETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING ON 42" MODELSSTEP (1) :Please locate the STAND METAL on the back of th

9How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma TelevisionVIEWINGThe best picture is seen by sitting directly in front ofthe TV and about 10 to 18 feet from th