Hitachi ALPHA SERIES L32A404 User Manual

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10Rear Panel Jacks AIR/CABLE TerminalTo switch between Cable and Air, go to the Channels Menu option to change the signal source CABLE or AIR (see pa

FIRST TIME USE11Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and FunctionsIn addition to controlling all of the functions on your Hitachi LCD TV, the new re

12Quick Setup GuidePerform the following steps to quickly setup your new Hitachi LCD Television Set.1. ANTENNA CONNECTIONUnless your LCD Television is

FIRST TIME USE13TV Setup WizardSetup Wizard (5/8)Please select TV RF tuning band ...Move SelectSELAirCablePrevious CancelThe sixth step will start the

14Side Panel ConnectionsThe following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions. However, you may need to modify them to accommodate your particu

FIRST TIME USE15Rear Panel ConnectionsBefore Operating External Video DevicesConnect an external device to one of the INPUT jacks, then press the INPU

16Rear Panel Connections• Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. If you do not, the picture and/or sound ma

FIRST TIME USE17Rear Panel ConnectionsCONNECTING AN DEVICE WITH HDMI OR DVI CAPABILITY TO HDMI 1 & HDMI 21. Connect the HDMI or DVI to HDMI conne

18The Remote ControlPOWER ButtonPress this button to turn the TV set on or off.PICTURE MODE (P.MODE) ButtonPress this button to toggle between Dynamic

19REMOTE CONTROLHow To Use The Remote Control To Control Your TVClosed Captioning will display automatically when MUTE is on and Closed Caption is set

2Important Safety InstructionsTo the CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-44

20How To Use The Remote Control To Control Your TVFAVORITE CHANNEL (FAV.CH) ButtonPress the FAV.CH button to display the Favorite CH List. You have t

21REMOTE CONTROLHow To Use The Remote Control To Control Your TVASPECT ButtonPress this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depe

22On-Screen Display1. Press the MENU button on the remote control to display the different features on your Hitachi LCD TV.2. Use the CURSOR PAD

23ON-SCREEN DISPLAYAudioSound Mode Selects 4 audio presets (Custom,Standard, Movie, News).Bass Adjust the intensity of low frequencies.Treble Adjus

24VideoSelect Video to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. You can independently customize each of the video inputs, includin

25ON-SCREEN DISPLAYAspect Ratio referenceInput Signal Display ScreenDisplay Aspect RecomendedTo display suitable screen as follows.When Watching Stan

26AudioSelect Audio to adjust the sound to your preference.VideoAudioSetupChannelsSound Mode StandardTable TopEnglishUnknown132032BassTrebleBalanceCON

27ON-SCREEN DISPLAYSetupSet Sleep TimerSelect this feature to set your Sleep Timer from 5 minutes to 4 hours.1. Press the CURSOR PAD ► re

28SetupMotion Picture Ratings TableNOT RATED Contains no rating. Not Rated (NR) and Not Applicable (NA) programs. Movie has not been rated or ratings

29ON-SCREEN DISPLAYSetupCanadian Ratings French TableG General - Programming intended for audiences of all ages. Contains no violence, or the violence

3Important Safety InstructionsWARNING• To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.• The apparatus

30SetupClosed CaptionsClosed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video which are displayed on t

31ON-SCREEN DISPLAYSetupHDMI-CECSet to On and this feature will enable the HDMI-CEC signal bus to allow your Hitachi LCD TV to discover

32SetupRGB OptionsThis function is to adjust the RGB input to match your PC or laptop output with your LCD Television.VideoAudioSetupChannelsAnalog Ca

33ON-SCREEN DISPLAYChannelsSelect Channels to set your signal source options, run New Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter and Set Channel

34Channels/MultimediaChannel LabelsUse this feature to give a name to any of the channels. VideoAudioSetupChannelsSource AirNew Channel ScanAdd Channe

35USEFUL INFORMATIONEquipment Care and TroubleshootingTroubles are sometimes caused by simple ”faults” that you can correct without the help of a serv

36TroubleshootingSymptom and ChecklistSYMPTOM CHECKLIST PAGESNo picture - no sound • Check the Indicating lamp status (Off, Red, Blue).• Check the c

37USEFUL INFORMATIONReception ProblemsIGNITION NOISE:Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may utter or drift. Usually c

38Features and SpecicationsSupplied Accessories:• Remote Control• Batteries (AA)• Power Cord• Owners Guide• Easy Graphic Guide• Stand Base• St

39USEFUL INFORMATIONSet DimensionsL32A404 model (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 26.4/12 Rear ViewUse as Reference for Wall Mount Bracket

4Important Safety InstructionsCongratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tips on mind:HITACHI CARES!•

40Set DimensionsL42A404 model (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 41.9/19 Rear ViewUse as Reference for Wall Mount BracketUnits : Inches (mm

41Service InformationHITACHI AMERICA, LTD.HITACHI has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your Hitachi product. Shoul

42Limited WarrantyVALID ONLY INU.S.A.AND PUERTO RICO Congratulations on your purchase of a new Hitachi display product.LIMITED WARRANTYHitachi America

43LICENSE AGREEMENTSEnd User License Agreement for HITACHI DTV SoftwareEND USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWAREIMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY:

44End User License Agreement for Open Source SoftwareOPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE LICENSE INFORMATIONThis Hitachi TV incorporates open source software modules

45LICENSE AGREEMENTS End User License Agreement for Operating System SoftwareTERMS AND CONDITIONS0. Denitions.“This License” refers to version 3 of t

46End User License Agreement for Operating System Software6. Conveying Non-Source Forms.You may convey a covered work in object code form under the te

47LICENSE AGREEMENTS End User License Agreement for Operating System Softwarethe rst time you have received notice of violation of this License (for

48RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY S

49APPENDIXESAppendixesAspect Specications Yes: Available / --: Not AvailableInput Signal AspectAuto 4:3 16:9 Full Zoom1 Zoom2AIR / CABLE Air / Cable

5PRECAUTIONS AND REMINDERS. 1234567890123456789012345678904 inchDo not place the unit on uneven surfaces, this may drop or damage the unit, it

50IndexAAccessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Antennas (Connecting) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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6AccessoriesCheck to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.For optional accessories, please access our

FIRST TIME USE7• Do not block the ventilation holes of the LCD Television. Blocking the ventilation holes might cause overheating and d

8How To Install Your New Hitachi LCD TelevisionWALL MOUNTING SETUPSTEP (1) : REMOVE THE STAND BASE FROM THE LCD TELEVISIONIn order to remove the stand

FIRST TIME USE9Side Panel Jacks & Controls USB SERVICE SlotThis USB slot is for future software upgrades. HEADPHONE JackUse this jack to connect