NEED MORE INFO ON THE DTV TRANSITION? See page 40 in this Operating Guide and please visit www.dtvtransition.orgREAD THE ENCLOSED INSTRUCTIONS CAREFUL
10Rear Panel JacksAntenna InputTo switch between Cable and Air, go to the Channels Menu option to change the signal source CABLE or AIR (see page
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 WizardThe fth step will start the scanning feature to nd the channels available on the antenna or cable system.
14The SIDE panel VIDEO and S-VIDEO jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a Camcorder, DVD, Video Gam
FIRST TIME USE15Rear Panel ConnectionsCables are not included.NOTETIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS COMPONENT Y-PbPr (COMPONENT 1 & 2) or HDMI (1 &am
16Rear Panel ConnectionsCompletely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is played • back w
FIRST TIME USE17RGBRGBRear Panel ConnectionsCONNECTING AN EQUIPMENT SOURCE WITH HDMI OR DVI CAPABILITY TO HDMI 1, HDMI 2Connect the HDMI or DVI t
18The Remote ControlPOWER buttonPress this button to turn the TV set on or off.DEVICE buttonsIn addition to controlling all the functions on your HITA
19REMOTE CONTROLHow to Use the Remote to Control your TVClosed Captioning will display automatically when MUTE is on and Closed Caption is set to With
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 to Control your TVAUTOUse this aspect mode to have the aspect mode change automatically by signal detector. 4:3 Use this aspec
21REMOTE CONTROLE.SAVE (ENERGY SAVE) buttonUse this button to choose power consumption reduction settings based on 3 levels (MIN., MEDIUM, MAX).CLOSED
22How to Use the Remote to Control your AV EquipmentNOTESIf your AV component cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, your AV compon
23REMOTE CONTROLHow to Use the Remote to Control your AV EquipmentMY CABLE BOX CODE IS:_____________________Refer to instruction manual of the C
24How to Use the Remote to Control your AV EquipmentMY DVD PLAYER CODE IS:_____________________Refer to instruction manual of the DVD Player for ope
25REMOTE CONTROLHow to Use the Remote to Control your AV EquipmentAVR Device ButtonMY AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER (AVR) CODE IS:______________________Refer
26Remote Control CodesCABLE Brand CODESA-MARK 0008,0144ABC 0237,0003,0008ACCUPHASE 0003ACORN 0237ACTION 0237ACTIVE 0237ADB 2092,2586ARCHER 0237BCC 027
27REMOTE CONTROLRemote Control CodesWARDS 0060,0035,0037 0048,0047,0081 0033,0240,0045 0000,0042,0043 0041,0072,0038 0479,0065,0046WHITE WESTINGHOUSE0
28On-Screen DisplayPress MENU on the remote control to display the different 1. features on your Hitachi LCD TV.Use the CURSOR PAD (buttons, 2. ,
29ON-SCREEN DISPLAYSelects 4 audio presets (Custom,Standard, Movie, News)Adjust the intensity of low frequencies.Adjust the intensity of high frequenc
3Important Safety InstructionsWarningTo reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.• The LCD televisio
30Select Video to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. You can independently customize each of the video inputs to your pref
31ON-SCREEN DISPLAYResetThis function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and return it to the Dynamic video mode.Use the
32AudioSelect Audio to adjust the sound to your preference.Sound ModeThis function has four sound settings which are preset according to the type of p
33ON-SCREEN DISPLAYSetupSet Sleep TimerSelect this feature to set your SLEEP TIMER from 5 minutes to 4 hours.Press the CURSOR PAD 1. repeate
34SetupMotion Picture Ratings TableNOT RATED Contains no rating. Not Rated (NR) and Not Applicable (NA) programs. Movie has not been rated or ratings
35ON-SCREEN DISPLAYCurrent TimeCH ID/Input IDSetupCanadian Ratings French ChartG General - Programming intended for audiences of all ages. Contains no
36SetupClosed CaptionsClosed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video which are displayed on t
37ON-SCREEN DISPLAYSetupHDMI-CECSet to ON and this feature will enable the HDMI-CEC signal bus to allow your Hitachi LCD TV to disco
38SetupRGB OptionsThis function is to adjust the RGB input to match your PC or laptop output with your LCD Television.Press the 1. CURSOR PAD ▲ or ▼
39ON-SCREEN DISPLAYChannelsSelect Channels to set your signal source options, run New Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter and Set Channel List (Add chann
4Important Safety InstructionsCongratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tips on mind:THE ISSUEThe hom
40ChannelsChannel LabelsUse this feature to give a name to any of the channels. Press the 1. CURSOR PAD or ► to highlight the channels.Press the 2.
41USEFUL INFORMATIONEquipment Care and TroubleshootingDODust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth.Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in
42TroubleshootingSymptom and ChecklistSYMPTOM CHECKLIST PAGESNo picture - no sound Check the Indicating lamp status (Off, Red, Blue).• Check the conne
43USEFUL INFORMATIONReception ProblemsIGNITION NOISE:Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may utter or drift. Usually c
44Features and SpecicationsHDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licens
45USEFUL INFORMATIONSet DimensionsL42S503 model (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 41.9/19HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multi
46 Service InformationHITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS (AMERICA), INC.HITACHI has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your Hi
47Limited WarrantyVALID ONLY INU.S.A.AND PUERTO RICO Congratulations on your purchase of a new Hitachi display product.LIMITED WARRANTYHitachi Home
48 End User License Agreement for HITACHI DTV SoftwareEND USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWAREIMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY: This End User Lic
49LICENSE AGREEMENTSEnd User License Agreement for Open Source SoftwareOPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE LICENSE INFORMATIONThis Hitachi TV incorporates open sourc
FIRST TIME USE5PRECAUTIONS AND REMINDERS. 1234567890123456789012345678904 inchDo not place the unit on uneven surfaces, this may drop or damage the un
50End User License Agreement for Operating System SoftwareTERMS AND CONDITIONS0. Denitions.“This License” refers to version 3 of the GNU General Publ
51LICENSE AGREEMENTSEnd User License Agreement for Operating System Softwaree) Convey the object code using peer-to-peer transmission, provide
52End User License Agreement for Operating System SoftwareIf you convey a covered work, knowingly relying on a patent license, and the Co
53APPENDIXESAppendixesAppendix A: Picture Format for Each Input SourceAppendix B: RGB FormatAspect Specifications Yes: Available / --: Not Availabl
54IndexAAccessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Antennas (Connecting) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
55Notes
56Notes
6AccessoriesCheck to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.For optional accessories, please access our
FIRST TIME USE7Do not block the ventilation holes of the LCD • Television. Blocking the ventilation holes might cause overheating and dam
8How To Install Your New Hitachi LCD TelevisionWALL MOUNTING SETUP STEP (1) : REMOVE THE STAND BASE FROM THE LCD TELEVISIONIn order to remove the stan
FIRST TIME USE9Side Panel Jacks & ControlsUSB UPGRADE SLOTThis USB slot is for future software upgrades. POWER light indicatorTo turn the TV ON, p
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