PLASMA TELEVISION AVC (Audio/Video Control Center) & Plasma Display Monitor 32HDT20 42HDT20 OPERATING GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 Video Audio Ch.
IMPORTANT SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI Plasma Televisions. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI Plasma Television.
SAFETY TIPS Read before operating equipment 15. Televisions are designed to comply with the recommended safety standards for tilt and stability. Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front, or top, of the cabinet which could cause the product to overturn resulting in product damage and/or personal injury. 16. Follow instructions for wall, shelf or ceiling mounting as recommended by the manufacturer. 17.
ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.
HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION SPEAKER INSTALLATION (MODEL 42HDT20 ONLY) 1. Screw the speaker holder to the speakers as shown below. Speaker Holder Screw x2 (R) (L) (R) Speaker Holder Screw x2 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Loosen 4 screws (A) (two on the left and two on the right). Completely unscrew 4 screws (B) (two on the left and two on the right). Hook the speaker holders to the loosened screws (A). Screw the speaker holders to the Display Monitor with screws (B). Tighten screws (A).
HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION To take measures to prevent the Plasma Display from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is important to mount the unit in a stable place. Securing to a table-top 1. Using wood screws (two) fasten the set to the clamping screw holes on the rear of the Plasma Display stand as shown below. 2. Using commercially available wood screws, secure the set firmly in position. Wood screw two places 32HDT20 Rear View 42HDT20 Securing to a wall 1.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Plasma Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing. The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the TV and about 8 to 18 feet from the screen. During daylight hours, reflections from outside light may appear on the screen.
HOOKUP CABLES Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of each cable.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW 32HDT20 DISPLAY MONITOR 42HDT20 DISPLAY MONITOR STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) MAIN POWER AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL CENTER STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) MAIN POWER AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL CENTER POWER PULL STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) TruBass POWER INPUT/EXIT VOL MENU/SELECT CH INPUT 5 PHONES STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) S-VIDEO VIDEO L/(MONO) R AUDIO MENU/SELECT button This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS POWER button Display Monitor “MAIN POWER” button This power button is for the complete system, and must be turned ON/OFF manually. It is recommended to leave the “MAIN POWER” to ON condition (lights red) for stand-by mode. AVC POWER button The AVC power can be turned ON/OFF maually or by remote control. Turning on the AVC Power will only turn on the AVC box if the “MAIN POWER” of the display monitor is off.
REAR PANEL JACKS REAR PANEL OF THE AVC CENTER ANT A MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO RGB 1 RGB 2 ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL INPUT TO MONITOR TO CONVERTER (MONO) ANT B (MONO) Y/VIDEO INPUT 2 Y (MONO) L L L R R R PB AUDIO (MONO) PB L PR AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO INPUT 1 AUDIO (MONO) L R L AUDIOR L AUDIOR L IR BLASTER PR R R AUDIO AUDIO OUT Antenna Input/Output The remote control allows you to switch betwe
REAR PANEL JACKS RGB1 - Analog Input Use this 15-pin D-Sub input for your external devices with RGB output (see page 22). RGB1 - Audio Input Connect audio for RGB1 input. RGB2 - Digital Input Use this RGB2 Digital input for your external devices with digital output capability (see page 22). RGB2- Audio Input Connect audio for RGB2 input. To Monitor Connect the Monitor Connection Cable to the AVC center’s “TO MONITOR” connector, and to the display monitors “FROM AVC” connector.
CONNECTING PLASMA DISPLAY MONITOR TO AVC BOX 1. 2. 3. From the owner’s accessory you will find the Monitor Connector cable. Firmly, and securely insert the Monitor Connection Cable to the rear panel of the AVC box “TO MONITOR” connectors. Insert the other ends of the Monitor Connection Cable to the display monitor rear panel “FROM AVC” connectors.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your Plasma TV is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner’s manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs. The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions. However, you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components and features.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the AVC Center below. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING S-VIDEO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER 1. Connect the cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the S-VHS VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, as shown on the AVC Center below. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC/DVD PLAYER OR HDTV SET TOP BOX TO INPUT 1 OR 2 COMPONENT: Y-PBPR. 1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on the AVC Center below. 2. Connect the cable from the CB/PB OUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (PB) jack. 3.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of the Plasma TV to an external audio amplifier, connect the system as shown below. The “AUDIO OUT” from the AVC center is a fixed output. The Volume of the amplifier is controlled by the amplifier, not by the Plasma Television. The AUDIO OUT terminal outputs all audio sources (ANT A/B, INPUT 1~5 and RGB 1/2).
CONNECTING A/V NETWORK Your Hitachi Plasma Television is equiped with an A/V Network feature. This feature helps to control your external Audio/Video equipment (VCR, Set Top Box, DVD, etc.). Once this is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to control your equipment using your Hitachi Plasma TV Remote Control. You can use your Hitachi remote control to control the Audio/Video equipment command without the equipment’s remote control. The Plasma Television AVC Center has 2 IR BLASTER jacks.
A/V NETWORK SETUP WIZARD 5. Follow the steps below to setup your A/V network (See page 21 for A/V Network Codes). There are six steps in the setup procedure (VCR setup example below). HITACHI AV NET Wizard (step 1 of 6) HITACHI AV NET Wizard (step 2 of 6) This Wizard helps you with VCR connections and settings. Would you like to setup or modify your VCR? Follow the digrams shown in Hitachi’s Easy Graphic Guide to connect your VCR.
AUDIO/VIDEO CODES FOR A/V NETWORK (not for remote control) VCR BRAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CODE Admiral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0048, 0209 Adventura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0000 Aiko . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0278 Aiwa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0307, 0000, 0037 Akai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0106, 0053, 0041, 0061 America Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable RGB OUTPUT Rear Panel of Display Monitor 15 14 10 5 13 9 4 12 8 3 11 7 2 2-Way signal splitter 6 1 AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY VCR #1 OUTPUT ANT IN S-VIDEO V L DIGITAL OUTPUT R AUDIO OUT (PROVIDED) ANT A MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO RGB 1 RGB 2 TO MONITOR ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL INPUT Please use Hitachi specified cable.
TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS S-VIDEO connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the AVC Center. Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up cables.
STB R CBL POWE AMP RD WIZA VCR CE TAPE 3 SOUR CD TV 6 2 DVD 9 5 1 INFO 8 4 MODE T 0 7 ASPEC NET ANT B EXIT MENU TV/RG A/V P SLEE CH T VID MUTE SVCS VID 1 ZE 4 GUIDE/TV LAST CH VID 5 SCHD SELEC VOL FREE VCR PLUS+ 3 VID SS CH PIP VID 2 VIDEO ACCE PIP SWAP PIP REMOTE MODE PIP REC 3TSI -572 CLU In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) conve
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV CBL WIZA RD TAPE STB AMP 6 9 NET INFO EXIT MODE SELEC T VCR MUTE VID 1 SVCS PLUS+ CH LAST 2 PIP VID CE 3 8 0 A/V MENU CT R VCR SOUR CD 2 5 P TV/RGB ASPE POWE TV DVD 1 4 7 SLEE ANT VOL CH GUIDE/TV PIP VID SCHD 3 PIP MODE CH VID SWAP 4 VID 5 FREE PIP ACCE ZE SS VIDEO REC CLU -572 3TSI POWER VCR TV CBL STB SOURCE WIZARD CD TAPE DVD AMP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SLEEP I
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV STB R CBL POWE AMP RD WIZA VCR CE TAPE 3 SOUR CD TV 6 2 DVD 9 5 1 INFO 8 4 MODE T 0 7 ASPEC NET ANT B EXIT MENU TV/RG A/V P SLEE CH T VID MUTE SVCS VID 1 ZE 4 GUIDE/TV LAST CH VID 5 SCHD SELEC VOL FREE VCR PLUS+ 3 VID SS CH PIP VID 2 VIDEO ACCE PIP SWAP PIP MODE PIP REC 3TSI -572 CLU CD, TAPE, AMP buttons When pressed, each of these buttons will blink to indicate the remote is in Audio mode.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV A/V NET button Press this button to access the Audio/Video network (A/V Net) menu. The A/V Net allows the user to control external components with the Plasma TV’s remote control. When you press the A/V NET button, the following window will pop up within the Display Monitor screen. The window will disap pear after eight seconds if you don’t press any buttons. The A/V Net Setup Wizard will automatically start upon the very first use. (see page 19-21).
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depending on the input signal, the picture format ratio allows you to adjust the images through the following options. 4:3 STANDARD Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images. Side panels (gray areas) are placed to the left and right of the image to preserve the original aspect ratio of the source.
HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV (4) RGB1/RGB2 ASPECT DISPLAY MODE.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR PLASMA TV STB R CBL POWE AMP RD WIZA VCR CE TAPE 3 SOUR CD TV 6 2 DVD 9 5 1 INFO 8 4 MODE T 0 7 ASPEC NET ANT B EXIT MENU TV/RG A/V P SLEE CH T VID MUTE SVCS VID 1 ZE 4 GUIDE/TV LAST CH VID 5 SCHD SELEC VOL FREE VCR PLUS+ 3 VID SS CH PIP VID 2 VIDEO ACCE PIP SWAP PIP MODE PIP REC 3TSI -572 CLU VOLUME, MUTE button Press the VOLUME up ( ) or down ( ) button until you obtain the desired sound level.
POWE TV R VCR DVD SOUR CD CE CBL WIZA 1 RD TAPE STB 4 2 AMP 7 5 SLEE 3 P 8 ANT 6 TV/RGB 0 9 A/V NET INFO ASPE MENU CT EXIT MODE VOL SELEC VCR MUTE VID 1 SVCS T PLUS+ CH LAST VID 2 PIP CH GUIDE/TV PIP VID SCHD 3 PIP MODE CH VID SWAP 4 VID 5 FREE PIP ACCE ZE SS VIDEO REC PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) CLU -572 3TSI Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment.
STB R CBL POWE AMP RD WIZA VCR CE TAPE 3 SOUR CD TV 6 2 DVD 9 5 1 INFO 8 4 MODE T 0 7 ASPEC NET ANT B EXIT MENU TV/RG A/V P SLEE CH T VID MUTE SVCS VID 1 ZE 4 GUIDE/TV LAST CH VID 5 SCHD SELEC VOL FREE VCR PLUS+ 3 VID SS CH PIP VID 2 VIDEO ACCE PIP SWAP PIP PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) MODE PIP REC 3TSI -572 CLU SURF MODE PIP This feature will automatically scan all active channel numbers (those set in memory) and display them as PIP sub-pictures, along th
POWE TV R VCR DVD SOUR CD CE CBL WIZA 1 RD TAPE STB 4 2 AMP 7 5 SLEE 3 P 8 ANT 6 TV/RGB 0 9 A/V NET INFO ASPE MENU CT EXIT MODE VOL SELEC VCR MUTE VID 1 SVCS T PLUS+ CH LAST VID 2 PIP CH GUIDE/TV PIP VID SCHD 3 PIP MODE CH VID SWAP 4 VID 5 FREE PIP ACCE ZE SS VIDEO REC PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) CLU -572 3TSI FREEZE button (With PIP OFF) Press the FREEZE button to freeze the picture, depending on the PIP mode selected (SPLIT or STROBE).
STB R CBL POWE AMP RD WIZA VCR CE TAPE 3 SOUR CD TV 6 2 DVD 9 5 1 INFO 8 4 MODE T 0 7 ASPEC NET ANT B EXIT MENU TV/RG A/V P SLEE CH T VID MUTE SVCS VID 1 ZE 4 GUIDE/TV LAST CH VID 5 SCHD SELEC VOL FREE VCR PLUS+ 3 VID SS CH PIP VID 2 VIDEO ACCE PIP SWAP PIP USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS MODE PIP REC 3TSI -572 CLU Operating the precoded function for your VCR. This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs.
POWE TV R VCR DVD SOUR CD CE CBL WIZA 1 RD TAPE STB 4 2 AMP 7 5 SLEE 3 P 8 ANT 6 TV/RGB 0 9 A/V NET INFO ASPE MENU CT EXIT MODE VOL SELEC VCR MUTE VID 1 SVCS T PLUS+ CH LAST VID 2 PIP CH GUIDE/TV PIP VID SCHD 3 PIP MODE CH VID SWAP 4 VID 5 FREE PIP ACCE ZE SS VIDEO REC USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS CLU -572 3TSI Operating the precoded function for your cable box. This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER FUNCTIONS STB R CBL POWE AMP RD WIZA VCR CE TAPE 3 SOUR CD TV 6 2 DVD 9 5 1 INFO 8 4 MODE T 0 7 ASPEC NET ANT B EXIT MENU TV/RG A/V P SLEE CH T VID MUTE SVCS VID 1 ZE 4 GUIDE/TV LAST CH VID 5 SCHD SELEC VOL FREE VCR PLUS+ 3 VID SS CH PIP VID 2 VIDEO ACCE PIP SWAP PIP MODE PIP REC 3TSI -572 CLU Operating the precoded function for your set-top-box/satellite receiver.
POWE TV R VCR DVD SOUR CD CE CBL WIZA 1 RD TAPE STB 4 2 AMP 7 5 SLEE 3 P 8 ANT 6 TV/RGB 0 9 A/V NET INFO ASPE MENU CT EXIT MODE VOL SELEC VCR MUTE VID 1 SVCS T PLUS+ CH LAST VID 2 PIP CH GUIDE/TV PIP VID SCHD 3 PIP MODE CH VID SWAP 4 VID 5 FREE PIP ACCE ZE SS VIDEO REC USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL DVD FUNCTIONS CLU -572 3TSI Operating the precoded function for your DVD player. This remote is designed to operate different types of DVD players.
USING YOUR REMOTE TO CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT STB R CBL POWE AMP RD WIZA VCR CE TAPE 3 SOUR CD TV 6 2 DVD 9 5 1 INFO 8 4 MODE T 0 7 ASPEC NET ANT B EXIT MENU TV/RG A/V P SLEE CH T VID MUTE SVCS VID 1 ZE 4 GUIDE/TV LAST CH VID 5 SCHD SELEC VOL FREE VCR PLUS+ 3 VID SS CH PIP VID 2 VIDEO ACCE PIP SWAP PIP MODE PIP REC 3TSI -572 CLU Operating the precoded function for your Audio component.
AUDIO/VIDEO CODES FOR REMOTE CONTROL ONLY R VCR SOUR CD CE CBL WIZA RD TAPE STB 2 AMP 5 3 P 8 6 TV/RGB 0 9 A/V NET INFO ASPE MENU CT EXIT MODE SELEC T VCR MUTE VID 1 SVCS PLUS+ CH LAST 2 PIP VID VCR BRAND. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CODE Adventura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01 Aiko. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09 Aiwa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01 Akai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OSD 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Plasma TV. 2. Use the THUMB STICK to navigate to a different menu item. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. A/V Net 4. Press A/V NET on the remote control to access the A/V Network menu to control external components. NU ME EX SELECT This part of the screen shows which selections are available. Video Audio Ch.
OSD Picture Mode Video Audio Channel Manager Advanced Settings Select between the four picture modes; Sports, Movies, News, and Music. Adjust contrast. Adjust brightness. Adjust color. Adjust tint. Adjust sharpness. Centering top and bottom of the picture except HDTV signal. Automatically change tint and color coordinates for DTV program. Improve picture performance. Treble Bass Balance Sound Enhancement Advanced Settings Adjust the treble. Adjust the bass. Adjust the balance.
VIDEO Video Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. Picture Mode Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV’s performance. Video Audio Ch.
VIDEO Video Video Audio Picture Mode Ch. Manager Contrast Locks THUMB STICK Setup NU ME Move SEL Sel THUMB STICK Sports 100% Brightness 50% Color 50% Tint SELECT Sharpness 50% Vertical Position +0 Color System Advanced Settings Move SEL Select Use the THUMB STICK or to highlight the function to be adjusted. Press down on THUMB STICK to select the function settings. Press the THUMB STICK or to adjust the function. Press MENU to return to main menu. Press EXIT to quit menu.
VIDEO Advanced Settings Your HITACHI Plasma TV has an ADVANCED SETTINGS function which will automatically adjust picture settings to produce the highest quality picture possible. When ADVANCED SETTINGS is highlighted, press down on THUMB STICK to access the ADVANCED SETTINGS menu.
AUDIO Audio Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. Video THUMB STICK Audio Audio Treble 50% Ch. Manager Bass 50% Locks THUMB STICK Setup Move NU ME SEL L Balance Sound Enhancement Advanced Settings Sel SELECT Move SEL Select THUMB STICK Audio Treble 50% Bass 50% L Balance R Sound Enhancement Advanced Settings Move SEL THUMB STICK SELECT Select Treble Next/Prev 50% Change Value SEL Return Press THUMB STICK to select menu item.
AUDIO Sound Enhancement The following surround settings will stimulate the “live” sound you would hear in concert halls, sports stadiums, movie theaters, etc. with only two speakers.
AUDIO Advanced Settings Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV, depending on listening conditions. Audio Audio Treble 50% Bass 50% L Balance Advanced Settings R Audio Source Stereo THUMB STICK Sound Enhancement Mono 2nd Audio Prog. Internal Speakers ON Off Advanced Settings SELECT Move SEL Select Auto Noise Cancel Perfect Volume Move SEL Return Press THUMB STICK , , , to highlight a function. Press down on the THUMB STICK to select the function setting.
CHANNEL MANAGER Channel Manager This function allows you to review which channels are labeled (CH ID), which have been added to Channel Memory (SCAN), and which are protected by LOCK. Ch. Manager Ch. Manager Ant A Ant A Ant B Move Select SEL THUMB STICK SELECT Ch# Scan Ch ID 2 Off -------- 3 Off -------- 4 Off -------- 5 Off -------- 6 Off -------- 7 Off -------- 8 Off -------- 9 Off -------- Move SEL Lock Return Press THUMB STICK or to review more channels.
CHANNEL MANAGER This section contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. Use this feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60 channels a name when CATV signal source is selected.
LOCKS This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. It can also be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled time period that you set. Locks The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit secret code number. The factory preset code is 0000. Use the number buttons to select secret code. Video Locks Audio Ch.
LOCKS Movie Ratings Use MOVIE RATINGS to prevent viewing of any movie that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. Locks THUMB STICK Locks Change Access Code Movie Ratings Engage Lock Status Not Rated: TV Time Lock THUMB STICK Movie Ratings G: PG: TV Ratings NU ME SELECT Canadian Ratings (Eng) PG-13: Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL R: Select NC-17: X: Move SEL Return Use THUMB STICK or to select the MOVIE RATING category that you want to block.
LOCKS TV Ratings Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of any TV program that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. Locks Locks Change Access Code TV Rating Sub Category Engage Lock THUMB STICK TV Time Lock THUMB STICK Movie Ratings TV Ratings NU ME L S V FV TV-Y: TV-7: TV-G: Canadian Ratings (Frn) SEL D SELECT Canadian Ratings (Eng) Move Status TV-PG: Select TV-14: TV-MA: Move SEL Return Use THUMB STICK or to highlight the category that you want to block.
LOCKS Canadian Ratings (Eng) Use Canadian Ratings (Eng) to block various types of movies and television programs used in Canada that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content.
LOCKS Canadian Ratings (Frn) Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various program ratings that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content.
SETUP Setup Select SETUP when setting up your TV for the first time. Use the THUMB STICK or on the remote to highlight the function desired. Video Setup Menu Preference Audio Screen Saver Ch. Manager THUMB STICK Locks THUMB STICK Setup Set The Channels Set The Inputs NU ME SELECT Move Set The Clock SEL Set Event Timer Set Closed Captions Sel Move SEL Return Use THUMB STICK or to select the sub-menu of your choice.
SETUP Menu Preference This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds. Setup Menu Preferences Set The Language English French THUMB STICK Spanish Set The Menu Background Shaded Solid Move SEL Select Use THUMB STICK , to highlight SET THE MENU BACKGROUND (shaded or solid), and press down on THUMB STICK to select the setting. Press EXIT to quit the menu.
SETUP The time must be set before you can Set Event Timer or TV Time Out. Set The Clock Setup Setup Set The Clock Menu Preference Screen Saver Set The Clock THUMB STICK Set The Channels Set The Inputs SELECT Set Event Timer Time : Sun --:-- Set Closed Captions Move SEL Select Move THUMB STICK Setup Set The Clock Time : Move Sun Set --:-- SEL AM Return Use THUMB STICK or to set the time, and date. Press THUMB STICK or to change position. Press EXIT to quit the menu.
SETUP Set The Channels Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select Cable if you have cable TV.
SETUP This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Scan. This will allow you to skip unused channels when using CHANNEL UP ( ) or DOWN ( ).
SETUP Set The Inputs Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs.
SETUP Video 2 Auto Link Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to Video 2 when it detects a video signal to input 2.
SETUP Set Event Timer This function will automatically turn the Plasma TV on and off, one time only, every day, or once a week. If the clock is not set (see page 57), you can not use this function and the screen below will appear. Please Set The Clock First.
SETUP Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video which are displayed on the Plasma Television screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs .
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY IMPORTANT: TURN OFF THE AVC BOX, THE DISPLAY MONITOR AND THE EXTERNAL COMPONENT BEFORE CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING ANY CABLES. 1. AVC rear panel connection to an exernal component with an analog RGB output.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY This Plasma Television can automatically detect and display the signal format below. 1. RGB input signal. This Plasma Television can accept the following signal formats. Recommended Signal List Signal Mode No.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY 2. The new setting (horizontal position, vertical position, clock, and phase) of the signal will be stored. The monitor can store up to 13 settings in addition to the 10 pre-set signal timing. Any additional new settings (more than 10) will over-write the first user’s setting, second setting and so on. 3. Operation in RGB mode in relation to TV functions are shown below. No.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY 4. Other signal formats may not be displayed correctly. Use AUTO ADJUST to automatically adjust the horizontal position, vertical position, clock, and phase. We recommend you use a signal, which has more than 50% of amplitude of white area at each corner of the picture, when performing Auto Adjustment. It may not work correctly with dark picture. (See page 72-73). 5. Input signal level. SYNC TTL level H/V separate signal RGB INPUT 0.7Vpp NOTE: Interlaced signal is not available. 6.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY 1. Press TV/RGB button on the remote control to switch between TV, RGB1, and RGB2 modes. 2. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features in RGB MODE. 3. Press the THUMB STICK , , , buttons to highlight a different feature. TV/RGB 4. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. NU ME EX SELECT RGB MODE MENU VIDEO This part of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons to use.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY CONTRAST VIDEO SETUP BRIGHTNESS COLOR TEMPERATURE ENHANCER RESET BLACK SIDE PANEL RGB:1 Analog Input Mode Menu AUTO ADJUST Automatically adjust the geometry to fit the screen. H. POSITION Adjust horizontal position. V. POSITION Adjust vertical position. HORIZONTAL CLOCK Adjusts the dot clock frequency to reduce the vertical stripe. CLOCK PHASE Adjusts the phase to correct blurred or unstable images. RESET Recall the factory preset data of the RGB setup settings.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY The following adjustments are independent of the TV mode: •Press MENU in RGB mode for on screen display. •Press THUMB STICK or to highlight the item to be adjusted. •Press SELECT to select the highlighted item. VIDEO ADJUSTMENTS This feature allows you to adjust the contrast in RGB mode. CONTRAST Use THUMB STICK or to adjust contrast. Press MENU button to return to RGB MODE MENU and EXIT to quit.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY Enhances the picture detail. ENHANCER • Use THUMB STICK , to set ENHANCER ON or OFF. RGB MODE MENU VIDEO CONTRAST : 50% BRIGHTNESS : 50% COLOR TEMPERATURE : MEDIUM ENHANCER : ON RESET : BLACK SIDE PANEL : MOVE TO CHANGE EXIT TO QUIT Set CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, COLOR TEMPERATURE, and ENHANCER to factory preset condition. RESET Press down on THUMB STICK to RESET to factory preset settings.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY HORIZONTAL POSITION, VERTICAL POSITION, HORIZONTAL CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE for current RGB format are adjusted automatically. AUTO ADJUST RGB MODE MENU Press SELECT to select AUTO ADJUST. SET UP AUTO ADJUST : H POSITION : 0 V POSITION : 0 HORIZONTAL CLOCK : 0 CLOCK PHASE : +22 RESET : RGB2 INPUT : MODE:1 INPUT LEVEL : 0.7V MOVE SEL EXIT TO START TO QUIT NOTE: • • • • • Press SELECT to AUTO ADJUST the RGB mode.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY HORIZONTAL CLOCK Adjusts the pixel clock frequency to reduce the vertical stripe. Use THUMB STICK , to adjust the horizontal clock. Press the MENU button to return to previous menu. Press EXIT to quit. RGB MODE MENU SET UP AUTO ADJUST : H POSITION : V POSITION : 0 HORIZONTAL CLOCK : 0 CLOCK PHASE : +22 RESET : RGB2 INPUT : MODE:1 INPUT LEVEL : 0.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY This feature allows you to select between Mode A and Mode B depending on signal input to RGB2 Input, depending on your preference. RGB2 INPUT Use THUMB STICK , to toggle between Mode 1 or Mode 2 signal input to RGB2 Input. RGB MODE MENU SET UP AUTO ADJUST : H POSITION : 0 V POSITION : 0 HORIZONTAL CLOCK : 0 CLOCK PHASE : +22 RESET : RGB2 INPUT : : INPUT LEVEL MOVE NOTE: MODE:1 CHANGE VALUE This feature is only available in RGB:2 input.
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PLASMA DISPLAY AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO Dust the screen with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty. Place your Plasma Television away from extreme heat, humidity, and extremely dusty places. Remove the plug (AVC Center/Display Monitor) from the wall outlet if your Plasma Television will not be used for a long period of time, for instance, when you go on vacation.
USEFUL INFO • IGNITION NOISE: Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, and other electrical appliances. • GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings, hills or some other objects. Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve reception.
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PLUG and PLAY This Plasma Television complies with VESA DDC2B specifications, Plug & Play is a system with computer, peripherals (including monitors) and operating system. It works when the monitor is connected to a DDC ready computer that is running an operating system software that is capable for the plug & play. When a Plug and Play PC is powered on, it sends a command to the Monitor requesting identification. The Monitor sends back a string of data including its characteristics.
RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY AGENCY REGULATORY INFORMATION Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
USEFUL INFO Features: Audio: • • • • • • • • • • • • • New Easy-to-Use On-Screen Menu Control (3 Language) New AV Network System Control Control up to 4 components with one remote 2 IR Mouse cables included Control Codes Stored in AV Control Center Two Tuner Split Screen except RGB modes.
USEFUL INFO e c i v r se To locate an authorized HITACHI service facility in the continental U.S.A. and Canada, DIAL TOLL FREE 7 days a week, 24 hours a day 800 HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) Hitachi America, LTD. Home Electronics Division Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico.
USEFUL INFO Hitachi Canada, LTD. Digital Media Division Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please contact: In Canada: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) Monday - Friday EST 9:00am - 7:00pm Saturday EST 9:00am - 5:00pm Look for your French Manual on the outside of the box. If the manual is missing, call 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) for a copy.
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