Plasma Television Operating Guide For: 42HDS69 and 55HDS69

PLASMA TELEVISION
Operating Guide for

42HDS69 and 55HDS69
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................... 2-3
FIRST TIME USE ....................................................................................................................... 4-22
THE REMOTE CONTROL........................................................................................................ 23-34
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ............................................................................................................ 35-59
USEFUL INFORMATION.......................................................................................................... 60-66
END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE...........................................67-75
APPENDIXES............................................................................................................................76-77
INDEX.............................................................................................................................................78
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Hitachi, Ltd. has determined
that this product meets the
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Important Safety Instructions
SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
YOUR HITACHI PLASMA TELEVISION provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
Our reputation has been built on the quality, replacement of the obsolete outlet.
performance, and ease of service of HITACHI plasma 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
televisions. pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of apparatus.
these units. To help you operate these products 11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by
properly, this section illustrates safety tips which will be the manufacturer.
of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of bracket, or table specified by the
your HITACHI plasma television. manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
Please fill out your warranty card and mail it to caution when moving the cart/apparatus
HITACHI. This will enable HITACHI to notify you combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
promptly in the improbable event that a safety problem 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
should be discovered in your product model. when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
this plasma television. damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into apparatus, the apparatus has been
CAUTION exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK normally, or has been dropped.
DO NOT OPEN 15.Televisions are designed to comply with the
recommended safety standards for tilt and stability.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front, or
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. top, of the cabinet which could cause the product
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. to overturn resulting in product damage and/or
personal injury.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, 16. Follow instructions for wall, shelf or ceiling
within an equilateral triangle, is intended mounting as recommended by the manufacturer.
to alert the user to the presence of 17. An outdoor antenna should not be located in the
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical
product’s enclosure that may be of a sufficient circuits.
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to a 18. If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver
person. be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and
The exclamation point within an equilateral built up static charges. Section 810 of the National
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides
presence of important operating and information with respect to proper grounding for the
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
literature accompanying the appliance. lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding connectors, location of antenna-
READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes
and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this
plasma television. NEC National Electric Code
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Note to the CATV system installer: This reminder is
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
Article 820-44 of the NEC that provides guidelines for
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
system of the building, as close to the point of cable
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
2
entry as practical.
type plug has two blades and a third grounding

Important Safety Instructions
Power source Public viewing of copyrighted material
This plasma television is designed to operate on 120 Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations
volts 60 Hz, AC current. Insert the power cord into a and cable companies, as well as programs from other
120 volt 60 Hz outlet. The power cord is used as the sources, may require prior authorization from the
disconnect device and shall remain readily operable. broadcaster or owner of the video program material.
To prevent electric shock, do not use the plasma
television’s (polarized) plug with an extension cord, This product incorporates copyright protection
receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades and technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other
ground terminal can be fully inserted to prevent blade intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright
exposure. protection technology must be authorized by
Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and
Never connect the plasma television to 50 Hz, direct other limited consumer uses only unless otherwise
current, or anything other than the specified voltage. authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
Caution
Never remove the back cover of the Note
plasma television as this can expose you This digital television is capable of receiving analog
to very high voltages and other hazards. If basic, digital basic and digital premium cable television
the television does not operate properly, programming by direct connection to a cable system
unplug the plasma television and call your authorized providing such programming. A CableCARD provided
dealer or service center. by your cable operator is required to view encrypted
digital programming. Certain advanced and interactive
Caution digital cable services such as video-on-demand, a cable
Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operator’s enhanced program guide and data-enhanced
instructions, as improper changes or modifications not television services may require the use of a set-top box.
expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user’s For more information call your local cable company.
warranty.
Note
Warning • There are no user serviceable parts inside the
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not plasma television.
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. • Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side
• The plasma television should not be exposed to of the plasma television.
dripping or splashing and objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, should not be placed on the Prevention of screen damages
television. Continuous on-screen displays such as video games,
• This apparatus shall be connected to a mains stock market quotations, computer generated graphics,
socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can be
permanently imprinted onto your TV screen. Such
“SCREEN DAMAGES” constitute misuse and are NOT
COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty.
Lead Notice
This product contains lead. Dispose of this product in
accordance with applicable environmental laws. For
product recycling and disposal information, contact
your local government agency or the Electronic
Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org (in the US) or the
Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at
www.epsc.ca (in Canada).
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI.

Accessories
Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.
Remote Control Two “AA” size, Table Top Stand

1.5V batteries (42” models only)
First time use
Power Cord
Note: Please visit our
website for optional
accessories for the
55” models.
For U.S. models:

For optional
Ferrite Core on AC Cord accessories, please
(Only 55HDS69) access our web site at:
www.hitachi.us/tv
CAUTION: 1. Ceiling mounting is not recommended. Mounting the panel on the ceiling does not
provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support for the front glass
panel. This plasma television product is designed for a maximum tilting angle of 45
degrees from vertical.
2. This stand for use only with Hitachi 42HDS69 . Use with other apparatus is capable
of resulting in instability causing possible injury. See important marking located on
bottom of stand.
Remote Control Unit CLU-4352UG2 Ferrite Core (P# GX00666) (Only 55HDS69)
(Part No. HL02073).
Two “AA” size, 1.5V batteries (P# FQ00021).
Power Cord (P# EV01841).
Table Top Stand (P# QJ02681) 42" Only.
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT

1. Open th e b att ery c over of the rem ot e c ontrol by push ing down a nd s liding th e b ack c over off .
2. Insert two new “AA” size batteries for the remote c ontrol. Wh en rep lacing old batt eries, push them t owards the
springs and lift them out.
3. Matc h the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in the battery Bott om View (R emot e C ontrol)
com partm ent.
4. Ins ert the bottom of the battery, the (-) side, into th e battery
com partm ent first , push t owards the springs and ins ert the
top of the battery, the (+) side, int o plac e. Do not forc e the
battery into the batt ery c om partm ent.
5. Replace the cover.
Lift up on tab to remove back c over.
CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with ‘+’ and ‘-’ polarities reversed as this may cause the batteries
to swell or rupture resulting in leakage.

How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Plasma Television
To take measures to prevent the Plasma Television from tipping over and prevent possible injury
it is important to mount the unit in a stable and flat surface.
Securing to a table-top ANTENNA

1. Using wood screws (two) fasten the set to the Unless your Plasma Television is connected to a cable
clamping screw holes on the rear of the Plasma
First time use

TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good
TV stand as shown below. outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for best
2. Using commercially available wood screws, secure performance. However, if you are located in an
the set firmly in position. exceptionally good signal area that is free from
Wire interference and multiple image ghosts,
an indoor antenna may be sufficient.
LOCATION
Wood screw Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor
two places illumination will not fall directly on the picture screen.
Securing to a Wall Also, be sure that the location selected allows a free
1. Keep the Plasma television 4 inches away from the flow of air to and from the perforated back cover of the
wall except when mounted using the wall mount set. In order to prevent an internal temperature
bracket. increase, maintain a space of 10 cm (4 inches) from the
2. Secure the television to the wall as shown. sides/back of the Television, and 30 cm (12 inches)
A from the top of the television to the wall. To avoid
Fixing point cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased
chance of set failure, do not place the TV where
temperatures can become excessively hot, for
example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance,
etc.
30 cm (12 inches)
* Please adjust the wire length to avoid 10 cm (4 inches) 10 cm (4 inches)
touching the wall when turning the TV.
NOTES: 1. Do not block the ventilation holes of

the Plasma Television. Blocking
the ventilation holes might cause fire
or defect.
2. In case of an abnormal symptom,
unplug the AC cord.
TURNING RADIUS
3. If you purchased the wall mount
bracket option, please ask for The maximum turning radius is 30 (left and right). Do
professional installer. Do not install not place any objects on the path of the TV when turning
by yourself. the panel.
4. Install the unit at a proper area where
it does not expose anyone to any to the
danger of hitting themselves (for example
their hands, head or face, etc.) against C
the edge of the unit and cause personal
injury.
D
10.59 in. 13.93 in.

Caution when moving the main unit 26.9 cm 35.4 cm
As this product is heavy, whenever it is moved, two 15 in. 16.85 in.
people are required to transport it safely. Whenever the 38.1 cm 42.8 cm
unit is moved it should be lifted forward using the top
and base on both sides of the Television for stability.
When moving the Television, lift the handles (42”
models), support the top frame (55” models) and the NOTE: The Table Top Stand for model 55HDS69 is
bottom frame as shown below. not included (Optional).
42” 55”
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How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television
SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING
STEP (1) :
Please locate the STAND PLATE metal on the back of the TV . This metal is use to hold the TV and the Base ; so it needs
First time use
to be remove in order to separate the TV from the Base.
STAND PLATE METAL
STEP (2) :
Please remove the 3 screws and the STAND PLATE metal from the TV, then put back only the screw to the back cover.
Now the 4 screws that holds the TV STAND can be remove to separate the TV from the STAND BASE.
4 SCREWS
PLACE BACK
THIS SCREW
3 SCREWS
STAND PLATE METAL TV STAND BASE
NOTE: Use the specified WALL MOUNT base for the Plasma TV depending on the size of your TV.
Please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv for recommended accessories for your tv.

How to set up your new HITACHI Plasma Television
VIEWING
The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of

the TV and about 10 to 18 feet from the screen.
First time use

During daylight hours, reflections from outside light
may appear on the screen. If so, drapes or screens
BEST
can be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can
VERTICAL VIEWING
be located in a different section of the room. 20 ANGLE
If the TV’s audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi 3’

system’s external speakers, the best audio
0’ 5’ 10’ 15’ 20’
performance will be obtained by placing the
speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver
cabinet and as close as possible to the height of
the picture screen center. For best stereo
separation, place the external speakers at least
four feet from the side of the TV, place the surround R S
speakers to the side or behind the viewing area.
Differences in room sizes and acoustical
4" Minimum 80 BEST
environments will require some experimentation
with speaker placement for best performance. HORIZONTAL
5' 10' 15' 20'

VIEWING ANGLE
80
4" Minimum
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK

L S
PANEL
VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV)

When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect CATV coaxial cable to the AIR/CABLE (75-Ohm) terminal. Or if you
have an antenna, connect the coaxial cable to the same AIR/CABLE terminal.
AIR / CABLE
To CATV cable
VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna
When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from an outdoor
antenna, connect the VHF or UHF antenna leads to or
To outdoor antenna
screws of the VHF or UHF adapter. Plug the adapter
into the antenna terminal on the TV.
AIR / CABLE
When both VHF and UHF antennas are

To outdoor VHF
connected or UHF antenna
Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV
antenna terminal, and connect the cables to the
antenna mixer. Consult your dealer or service store for To UHF AIR / CABLE
To outdoor antenna
the antenna mixer. antenna or CATV system
Antenna Mixer
NOTE: Connecting a 300-Ohm twin lead connector may cause interference. Using a 75-Ohm coaxial
cable is recommended.

Hook-up Cables and Connectors
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
First time use
various components and the length of each cable.
300-Ohm Twin Lead Cable

This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an
antenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm).
Phono Cable
Used on all standard video and audio cables which
connect to inputs and outputs located on the
television’s rear jack panel and front control panel.
“F” Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector

For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the
antenna jack on the television.
S-Video (Super Video) Cable

This cable is used on camcorders, VCRs and laser-
disc players with an S-Video feature in place of the
standard video cable to produce a high quality picture.
Optical Cable
This cable is used to connect to an audio amplifier with
an Optical Audio In jack. Use this cable for the best
sound quality.
HDMI Cable
This cable is used to connect your external devices
such as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with
an HDMI output connection to the TV’s HDMI input.
Stereo Cable (3.8mm plug to 3.5mm plug)

Used on all standard video and audio cable which
AUDIO OUT
connect to inputs and outputs located on the rear jack 3.8mm 2
panel and side control panel. STEREO

MINI-PLUG
RCA TYPE
PLUGS

First time use
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Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and Functions
In addition to controlling all of the functions on your HITACHI Plasma TV, the new remote control is
designed to operate different types of devices, such as, DVD Players, CBL (Cable Boxes), set-top-boxes, satellite
receivers, and VCRs. The remote control must be programmed to control the chosen device. Please see pages 23-
34 for a complete description of all features and programming of the Remote Control.
POWER BUTTON SOURCE ACCESS BUTTONS

First time use
(TV, CBL, VCR, DVD, SAT) (TV, DVD, VCR, CBL, SAT)
Turns the selected device on Changes the mode of the
and off. Universal Remote Control to
control the device selected.
INPUTS BUTTON (TV)
Accesses the INPUTS menu DAY/NIGHT BUTTON (TV)
system. Select picture mode settings
between DAY and NIGHT mode.
ASPECT BUTTON (TV)
Changes the aspect ratio while PIP BUTTON (TV)
watching TV. Press to show and change the
Picture-in-Picture mode.
MENU BUTTON
(CBL, DVD, SAT, TV) EXIT BUTTON
Accesses the OSD menu (TV, CBL, SAT)
system. Exits out of the OSD or INPUTS
menu systems if their menu is
CURSOR/SELECT BUTTONS displayed.
(TV, DVD, CBL, SAT)
The CURSOR buttons are used FAVORITE CHANNEL
to navigate the cursor through (FAV CH) button (TV)
the OSD and INPUTS menu Press to enter/access Favorite
systems, and the SELECT Channel (FAV) mode.
button is used to
Select/Activate the highlighted GUIDE BUTTON
menu item. (SAT/STB, CBL)
Accesses the program guide of
VOLUME BUTTONS (TV) other devices.
Adjusts the audio level of your
TV.
INFO BUTTON
MUTE BUTTON (TV) (TV, CBL, SAT)
Reduces the audio level to 50% Displays various information on
if pressed once, and to the screen.
complete mute if pressed twice.
Press it a third time to restore CHANNEL BUTTONS
audio level. (TV, CBL, SAT, VCR)
Changes the channel.
NUMERIC BUTTONS
(TV, DVD, CBL, SAT, VCR) LAST CHANNEL (LC) BUTTON
Used to manually enter the TV (TV, CBL, SAT)
channel, and used for numeric Switches between the current
entry when navigating through and last channel viewed.
the OSD menu system.
DVD/VCR CONTROL
(-) BUTTON (TV, SAT) BUTTONS (DVD, VCR)
The (-) button is used when the Controls the precode functions
remote is in Set-Top-Box (STB) of your VCR and DVD.
mode or when the TV uses a
digital input. PAUSE BUTTON
(TV, VCR, DVD)
RECORD BUTTON (VCR) Press to show and change the
Press twice (2 times) to record Freeze mode of the TV or pause
programs. other devices.
LEGEND
TV — Television VCR — Video Cassette Recorder/Player SAT— Satellite Receiver
CBL — Cable Box DVD — Digital Video Disc Player
NOTES: 1. The TV’s remote control sensor is located on the right bottom portion of the TV screen. To
control TV functions, please point the remote control directly at the remote control sensor for
best results.
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Front/Rear/Side Panel Controls
FRONT VIEW
First time use

REAR/SIDE VIEW

PB

PR

Firmly bind the cables.

Thread the square Hook the band
hole with the band. to the claw.
SIDE POWER button

Press this button to turn the Plasma Television
ON/OFF. It can also be turned ON/OFF by remote NOTE: The Rear View of the 55” model is slightly
control. The “MAIN POWER” button must be at different from the 42” models. One of the
stand-by mode. differences are the handles that are only
present on the 42” models.
MENU/SELECT button
This button allows you to enter the MENU, making POWER button
it possible to set TV features to your preference Television MAIN POWER button
without using the remote. This button also serves This power button is for the complete system, and
as the SELECT button when in MENU mode. must be turned ON/OFF manually. It is
recommended to leave the “MAIN POWER” to ON
햴 SIDE HDMI INPUT (5) condition (lights red) for stand-by mode.
Use the side HDMI input for extrenal devices such
as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an The Main Power
HDMI output connection (see page 16 for reference). button is located on
the broadside
INPUT/EXIT button bottom, under the
Press this button to access the INPUT menu. label “MAIN
Press again to exit the MENU mode. POWER”.
CHANNEL selector
Press these buttons until the desired channel NOTE: When the “MAIN POWER” button is set to
appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. OFF or the TV is unplugged, the clock will
stop and may eventually reset itself.
These buttons also serve as the cursor down ()
and up () buttons when in MENU mode.
VOLUME level
Press these buttons to adjust the sound level. The
volume level will be displayed on the TV screen.
These buttons also serve as the cursor left () and
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right () buttons when in MENU mode.
Front/Rear/Side Panel Controls
POWER light indicator
To turn the TV ON, press the main power
switch located on the lower right side of the
TV. A red stand-by indicator lamp located on
the lower right corner of the front bezel will
First time use
illuminate. The Plasma TV is now ready for

remote ON/OFF operation. Lamp 1 Lamp 2
Indicating Lamp Power Status Operating

Lamp 1 Lamp 2
Off Off OFF. When the main power switch is set to Off.
Lights Off OFF. When the main power switch on the TV

Red (Stand-by) is ON.
Off Blinking OFF.
TV MAIN POWER is ON ; but no picture is shown.
Blue (Turning ON )
Off Lights On TV MAIN POWER is ON ; picture is shown.
Blue
Lights Off TV MAIN POWER is ON with no signal input
Orange Off (Power Saving) except antenna (no sync. signal).

REMOTE CONTROL sensor
Point your remote at this area when selecting
channels, adjusting volume, etc.
Component SIDE INPUT JACKS (for INPUT: 5)

INPUT 5 provide Y-PBPR jacks for
connecting equipment with this capability, such as
a DVD player or Set Top Box. You may use
composite video signal for this input.
NOTE: 1. Your component outputs may be labeled

Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the
components B-Y output to the TV’s PB
input and the components R-Y output to
the TV’s PR input.
2. Your component outputs may be labeled
Y-CBCR. In this case, connect the component
CB output to the TV’s PB input and the
component CR output to the TV’s PR input.
3. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to
obtain optimum picture quality when using
the Y-PBPR inputs (see page 37).
4. INPUT 3, INPUT 4 and INPUT 5 (Y/VIDEO) can
be used for composite video and component
video input.
NOTES: 1. Your HITACHI Plasma TV will appear to be turned OFF (lights orange) if there is no video input
when INPUT : 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Check the Power Light to make sure the TV is turned off or
in Stand-by mode (lights red) when not in use.
2. Remote Control can not turn ON/OFF the “MAIN POWER” of the TV.
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Rear Panel Connections
햲 Antenna Input 햲 햸
To switch between Cable and Air input, go to the
Channel Manager option to change the signal
source CABLE or AIR.
햻
햳 Audio/Video INPUTS 1, 2, 3 and 4
First time use

By using the INPUTS button, the CURSOR PAD (왖 햺
and 왔), and the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD
왘 of the remote control, you can select each video 햶 햹
source. Use the audio and video inputs to connect
external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders,
laserdisc players, DVD players etc. (if you have 햷
mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left
audio jack).
햴 MONITOR OUT & HI-FI AUDIO OUT

햴 햳 햵
These jacks provide fixed and variable audio and
video signals (CABLE/AIR or INPUTS )
which are used for recording. Use the S-VIDEO NOTE: 1. The HDMI input is not intended for use
Output for high quality video output. Component with personal computers.
signal to INPUT 3, 4 and 5, and HDMI inputs will 2. Only DTV formats such as 1080i, 720p, 480i
not have monitor output. and 480p are available for HDMI input.
햵 Optical Out (Digital Audio) 햸 Component: Y-PBPR Inputs

This jack provides Digital Audio Output for your INPUTS 3 and 4 provide Y-PBPR jacks for
audio device that is Dolby® Digital and PCM connecting equipment with this capability, such as
compatible, such as an audio amplifier. a DVD player or Set Top Box. You may use
composite video signal for both inputs.
NOTE: *Manufactured under license from Dolby NOTE: 1. Do not connect composite VIDEO and
Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D S-VIDEO to INPUT 1, 2 at the same
symbol are trademarks of Dolby time. S-VIDEO has priority over VIDEO input.
Laboratories. 2. Your component outputs may be labeled
Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the
햶 S-VIDEO INPUTS 1 and 2 components B-Y output to the TV’s PB
INPUTS 1 and 2 provide S-VIDEO (Super Video) input and the components R-Y output to
jacks for connecting equipment with S-VIDEO the TV’s PR input.
output capability. 3. Your component outputs may be labeled
Y-CBCR. In this case, connect the component
NOTE: 1. You may use HDMI, VIDEO or S-VIDEO CB output to the TV’s PB input and the
inputs to connect to INPUT 1 and 2, but only component CR output to the TV’s PR input.
one of these inputs may be used at a time. 4. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to
2. S-VIDEO output may be used for obtain optimum picture quality when using
recording, only when the input is of S- the Y-PBPR inputs (see page 37).
VIDEO type. 5. To ensure no copyright infringement, the
MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal,
햷 HDMI INPUTS 1,2 and 5 (High Definition when using the Y-PBPR jacks.
Multimedia Interface) 6. INPUT 3, 4 and INPUT 5 (Y/VIDEO) can be
ABOUT HDMI – HDMI is the used for composite video and component
next-generation all digital interface for consumer video input.
electronics. HDMI enables the secure distribution
of high-definition video and multi-channel audio in 햹 Upgrade Card
a single cable. Because digital television (DTV)
This card slot is for future software upgrades.
signals remain in digital format, HDMI assures that
HITACHI will notify you if a software upgrade is
pristine high-definition images retain the highest
required for your TV. In order to receive written
video quality from the source all the way to your
notification, please complete and return your
television screen.
warranty card.
Use the HDMI input for your external devices such
as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an
HDMI output connection. 햺 For Service Use Only
Do not connect anything to this terminal.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Specifically for Service use only.
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
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CableCARD Slot If the CableCARD is properly installed or removed, the
This slot is for the CableCARD that will be provided TV will display the following respective screens.
by your local cable operator to gain access to
chosen cable channels. Please call your local cable
operator if this service is available before
First time use
requesting a CableCARD (also known as Point of

Deployment (POD) module). CableCARD is installed
1. Connect a coaxial cable to cable terminal of

the Rear Panel Jacks.
2. Insert the CableCARD into the slot (Top of card
should be facing towards you as shown
below).
OR
Digital Cable
CableCARD is not installed
INSERT
After the CableCARD is installed, wait until the second

screen below appears. The third screen below will
appear if a channel is not authorized for viewing. Press
the EXIT button to exit the second screen.
Acquiring Data.
Please wait.
In order to start cable service

for this device, please contact
your cable provider
NOTE: 1. A digital cable subscription is required.
CableCARD(tm): 123-456-789-1
2. Do not insert a PCMCIA card into the Host: 123-456-789-1
CableCARD slot. Data: 123-456-789-1
Unit Address: 123-456-789-1
Press EXIT to return
OR
Not an Authorized Channel
Please take note of all information on the screen (you

will provide this information to your cable operator).
Call your cable operator and give them the information
from the card to start your cable service.
NOTE: Please make reference to CableCARD

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information from SETUP menu (see page 58) .
Connecting External Video Sources
The LEFT SIDE panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder , DVD, Video
Game or VCR as shown in the following examples:
Left Side Panel Left Side Panel

INPUT 5
INPUT 5
First time use

R L/MONO
R L/MONO AUDIO PR PB
AUDIO PR PB Y / VIDEO
Y / VIDEO
Note : Special device cables will be

according to the own device
specifications.
OUTPUT
OUTPUT R L V
R L PR /C R PB /C B Y
COMPONENT
Video Game OUTPUT CAPABILITY
DVD , Set Top Box,
Video Game Console.
Video Camera
NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to left side panel jacks. If you do not, the
played back picture may be abnormal.
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The RIGHT SIDE panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect HDMI or DVI signals
from a DVD, Set Top Box , Video Game as shown in the following examples (When connecting DVI signal it will
need to connect the audio output into the Left Side Input jacks) :
A) Connecting HDMI signal. B) Connecting DVI signal.

First time use
Right Side Panel Right Side Panel Left Side Panel
INPUT 5
R L/MONO
AUDIO PR PB
Y / VIDEO
The Remote Control
DVI to HDMI
Cable
Note : Special device cables will be

DIGITAL OUTPUT OUTPUT
according to the own device R L
specifications.
Back of
HDMI DIGITAL
OUTPUT CAPABILITY HDTV Set-Top-Box or
DVD , Set Top Box, DVD Player
Video Game Console.
DVI DIGITAL
On-Screen Display
OUTPUT CAPABILITY
DVD , Set Top Box,
Video Game Console.
NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to side panel jacks. If you do not, the
played back picture may be abnormal.
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. For best performance, video and
audio cables should be made from coaxial shielded wire.
Before Operating External Video Source

Connect an external source to one of the INPUT terminals, then press the INPUTS button to show the
INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR PAD ( and ) to select the Input of your choice. Then press
the SELECT button or the CURSOR PAD to confirm your choice (see page 26).
INPUTS
Input 4
Input 5
Air / Cable
Input 1
Input 2
Move SEL Sel.
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Cable TV coaxial cable
First time use

2-Way signal splitter
Outside
Antenna VCR #1 DIGITAL
ANT
OUTPUT OUTPUT CAPABILITY
IN S-VIDEO V L R
DIGITAL OUTPUT
AUDIO OUT
Optional DVI
to
HDMI
HDMI
to
HDMI
Optional
OUTPUT
Y PB/CB PR/CR L R HDMI OUTPUT
S-VIDEO V L R S-VIDEO V L R Y PB PR L R
INPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT
VCR #2 HDMI DIGITAL

DVD Player Laserdisc player, VCR, HDTV Set-Top Box
camcorder, etc. OUTPUT CAPABILITY
NOTE: Cables are optional, except when specified.
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Tips on Rear Panel Connections
• S-VIDEO, Y-PB PR, or HDMI 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 (L/(MONO)) the
First time use
Rear Panel.
• Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting
your hook-up cables.
• A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line
output (INPUT: 1 in the example on page 14). Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on
line input-output connections.
• Connect only 1 component (VCR, DVD player, camcorder, etc.) to each input jack.
• COMPONENT: Y-PBPR (Input 3, 4 & 5) connections are provided for high performance components, such as
DVD players and set-top-boxes. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your
device has this feature.
• Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y
output to the TV’s PB input and the components R-Y output to the TV’s PR input.
• Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. In this case, connect the components CB output to the
TV’s PB input and the components CR output to the TV’s PR input.
• It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (See
page 37)
• To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR, and
HDMI input jacks.
• Input 1 , 2 or 5 can accept HDMI signal.

• S-VIDEO monitor output may be used for recording only when the input is of S-VIDEO type.
• When using a HDMI input from a Set-Top-Box, it is recommended to use a 1080i or 720p input signal.
INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATION:
1. Video signals fed through a VCR may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be
distorted on the television.
2. Connecting the television directly to the Audio /Video output of a Set-Top-Box will assure a more normal
picture.
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CONNECTING A VIDEO AND STEREO AUDIO
SOURCE TO INPUT1 – INPUT5
CABLE
or
Air signal
1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the
VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT
First time use

(VIDEO) jack, as shown on the Rear Panel to the
right.
2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the

(AUDIO/R) jack.
3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the

(AUDIO/L) jack.
4. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 2

from the INPUTS menu to view the program
from the VCR or laserdisc player.
Back of
VCR OUTPUT
5. Select CABLE or AIR from the INPUTS menu to
return to the last channel tuned.
VCR
NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and
sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.
2. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2 (see page 17) but note that a VCR cannot record
its own video or line output. Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-
output connections.
3. When INPUT 3 , 4 or 5 are used, it is necessary to connect the video output of the device to the
Y/VIDEO input jack of the TV (For INPUT 5 please see page 17 for reference).
CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO AND STEREO AUDIO

SOURCE TO INPUT 1, 2 CABLE
or
Air signal
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 Rear
Panel to the right.
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.

from the VCR or laserdisc player.
5. Select CABLE or AIR from the INPUTS menu to Back of VCR or

Laserdisc Player R L V S-VIDEO
OUTPUT
return to the last channel tuned.
VCR or Laserdisc Player
NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and
sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.
2. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2 (see page 17), but note that a VCR cannot record
its own video or line output. Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-
output connections.
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CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord
HDMI OR DVI CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1, 2 OR 5 plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks.
The picture and sound that is played back
1. Connect the HDMI or DVI to HDMI connection will be abnormal if the connection is loose.
2. The HDMI input on INPUT 1 , 2 and 5
First time use
cable from the output of the HDTV set top box

or DVD player to the HDMI contains the copy protection system called
input as shown on the Rear panel below. High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection
(HDCP). HDCP is a cryptographic system
2. With DVI output, connect the cable from the that encrypts video signals when using
AUDIO OUT R of the HDTV set top box or DVD HDMI connections to prevent illegal
player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack as shown on copying of video contents.
the Rear Panel below. 3. HDMI is not a “NETWORK” technology. It
establishes a one-way point-to-point
3. With DVI output, connect the cable from the
connection for delivery of uncompressed
AUDIO OUT L of the HDTV set top box or DVD
video to a display.
player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack as shown
4. The connected digital output device
on the Rear Panel below.
controls the HDMI interface so proper set-
4. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUTS 1, up of device user settings determines final
2 or 5 to view the program from the HDTV set video appearance.
top box or DVD player. 5. When using a DVI to HDMI cable, connect
the Audio Out L and R cables at the same
5. Select CABLE or AIR from the INPUTS menu to INPUT (1 , 2 or 5) as your HDMI INPUT(1 , 2 or 5).
return to the last channel viewed. (For INPUT 5 please see page 15 for reference).
HDMI input
CABLE
or
Air signal
HDMI
Cable
or
DIGITAL OUTPUT Back of
HDTV Set-Top-Box or
DVD Player
HDTV Set-Top-Box or
DVD Player
DVI to HDMI Input

CABLE
or
Air signal
DVI to HDMI
Cable
PR PB
or DIGITAL OUTPUT
Back of
L R
HDTV Set-Top-Box or
OUTPUT
DVD Player
or
HDTV Set-Top-Box or
DVD Player
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Connecting External Audio/Video Devices
CONNECTING A COMPONENT AND STEREO
AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 3 , 4 or 5 : Y-PBPR.
1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord
Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks.
First time use

the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on the Rear The picture and sound that is played back
panel below. will be abnormal if the connection is loose.
2. See page 18 for tips on REAR PANEL
2. Connect the cable from the PB/CB OUT or B- CONNECTIONS.
Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV
set top box to the INPUT (PB) jack. (For INPUT 5 please see page 15 for reference).
3. Connect the cable from the PR/CR OUT or R-

Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV
set top box to the INPUT (PR) jack.
4. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of

the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box
to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack.
5. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of

the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box
to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack.

from the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set
top box.
7. Select CABLE or AIR to return to the last

channel tuned.
CABLE
or
Air signal
OUTPUT OUTPUT Back of

L R Y PB PR VIDEO AUDIO DVD Player
OR PR/CR PB/CB Y L R
HDTV Set-Top Box
DVD Player
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Connecting External Audio/Video Devices
CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MONAURAL AUDIO CABLE

or
SOURCE TO INPUT 1 ~ INPUT 5 Air signal
1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the

First time use

(VIDEO) jack, as shown on the Rear Panel on the
right.
2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the

(MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack.

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from the VCR or the laserdisc player.
4. Select CABLE or AIR from the INPUTS menu to

return to the previous channel. Back of
VCR
AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT
OUTPUT
(For INPUT 5 please see page 15 for reference).
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER VCR

CABLE
or
To monitor the audio level of the Plasma TV to an Air signal
external audio amplifier, connect the system as
shown on the right. The “OPTICAL OUT” from the
Rear Panel is a fixed output. The Volume of the
amplifier is controlled by the amplifier, not by the
Plasma Television. The OPTICAL OUT terminal
On-Screen Display
outputs all audio sources with Optical IN capability.
1. Connect an optical cable from the Optical out to

the Optical input of a separate Stereo System
Amplifier as shown on the Rear Panel on the Stereo System Amplifier
right.
OPTICAL
IN
Stereo System Amplifier
CONNECTING MONITOR OUT or DVD Player
CABLE
or
The MONITOR OUT terminal outputs video and Air signal
audio of CABLE/AIR and INPUTS 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. It
does not output component and HDMI video.
1. Connecting S-Video:
Connect the cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of
Optional
the Rear Panel to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, of
the VCR or Laserdisk player.
Connecting Video:
Connect the cable from the VIDEO INPUT of
the VCR or the laserdisc player to the VIDEO
out jack on the TV Rear Panel.
2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO IN R of the

VCR or the laserdisc player to the OUTPUT
(AUDIO/R) jack on the TV Rear Panel. R L V S-VIDEO
INPUT
3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO IN L of the

VCR or the laserdisc player to the OUTPUT
VCR or other external
(AUDIO/L) jack on the TV Rear Panel. components
NOTE: When making video connections, connect S-Video only or Video only. If both are connected, S-
Video takes priority.
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The Remote Control
In addition to controlling all the functions on your
HITACHI Plasma Television , the new remote
control is designed to operate different types of VCRs,
CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-boxes, satellite
receivers (SAT) and DVD players with one touch. Basic
operation keys are grouped together in one area.
To operate your TV, point the remote control at the

screen of the TV and press the TV button. The remote
will now control your television.
To operate your VCR, point the remote at the remote

sensor of the VCR and press the VCR button. The
remote will now control your VCR (see page 34 for
instructions on how to program the remote to control
The Remote Control

your VCR).
To operate your cable box, point the remote at the

remote sensor of the cable box and press the CABLE
(CBL) button. The remote will now control your cable
box (see page 31 for instructions on how to program
the remote to control your cable box).
To operate your set-top-box or satellite receiver, point

the remote at the remote sensor of the set-top-box or
satellite receiver and press the SAT button. The remote
will now control your set-top-box or satellite receiver. If
you have a satellite receiver, use this button to program
your satellite receiver (see page 32 for instructions on
how to program the remote to control your SAT).
To operate your DVD player, point the remote at the

remote sensor of the DVD player and press the DVD
button. The remote will now control your DVD player
(see page 33 for instruction on how to program the
remote to control your DVD player).
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How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV
POWER button
Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when
the remote is in TV mode.
MODE buttons
These buttons allow the remote to control your TV,
VCR, DVD, Cable box/Satellite box depending on
which button is pressed. Refer to page 31~34 for
how to change between each of these modes.

PAUSE button
Press the PAUSE button to freeze the picture.
Press the EXIT button to return the picture to
motion. Press the PAUSE button repeatedly to

The Remote Control
cycle through the three different freeze modes (see

page 30).

Freeze

Freeze

Freeze
쐋
Freeze
Freeze
EXIT
DAY/NIGHT button
Press this button to toggle between Day and Night
picture mode settings. Select DAY for day time
viewing with more brightness and contrast to
compete with room light. Select NIGHT for night
time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a
more detailed picture (see page 37 for settings
changes).
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ASPECT button
Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depending on the input signal format
received, the picture format ratio allows you to adjust the images through the following options.
4:3 STANDARD 4:3 ZOOM1/ZOOM2

Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) Use these aspect modes to zoom in on
images. Side panels (gray areas) are placed to the conventional (4:3) sources.
left and right of the image to preserve the original
aspect ratio of the source. Note: Use this mode for 16:9 STANDARD 1
Use this aspect mode to display 16:9 sources like
only 15% of your total viewing time to prevent
HDTV and DVD’s preserving the original 16:9
uneven aging of the phosphors. Phosphors in the
aspect ratio showing 95% of the size.
lighted area of the picture will age more rapidly
16:9 STANDARD 2
than the gray areas. Use this aspect mode to display 16:9 sources like
HDTV and DVD’s preserving the original 16:9
4:3 EXPANDED aspect ratio showing 100% of the size.
Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3)
The Remote Control

16:9 ZOOM
sources by linearly increasing image expansion
Use this aspect to Zoom-in once while in 16:9
from the center towards the edges of the display
aspect.
area in order to fill it.
• Antenna-Analog Channel
• S-Video/Video Input
(Auto Aspect: Off)
• HDMI-480i/480p Input IMA G E INPUT
(Auto Aspect: Off)
• Component-480i/480p
Input (Auto Aspect: Off)
Note: Please see Appendix A

on page 76. 1
• Antenna-Digital Channel (4:3)

• S-Video/Video 4:3/Letter
Input (Auto Aspect: On)
• HDMI-480i/480p 4:3/
IMA G E INPUT
Letter Input (Auto Aspect: On)
• Component-480i/480p 4:3/
Letter Input
(Auto Aspect: On)
on page 76.
• S-Video/Video 16:9 Input

(Auto Aspect: On)
• HDMI-480i/480p 16:9 Input
(Auto Aspect: On)
• Component-480i/480p IMA G E INPUT 1
16:9 Input
(Auto Aspect: On)
on page 76.
• Antenna-Digital Channel (16:9)

• HDMI-720p/1080i Input
• Component-720p/1080i 2
IMA G E INPUT 1
Input

on page 76.
NOTE: 1. The Aspect Style in all five video inputs have independent Aspect Style setting.
2. Vertical position adjustments are directly available when you choose 4:3
EXPANDED/ZOOM1/ZOOM2 or 16:9 ZOOM aspect style (see also page 38).
3. When displaying 16:9 STANDARD 2 it may appear lines at the edge of the picture 25
this is normal operation of the TV.
INPUTS button INFO button display for Analog Channels

When the remote control is in TV mode, press this INFO
button to access the INPUTS menu. Use the Show Name Air 8
3:00PM- 3:30PM KXYZ-HD
CURSOR and SELECT buttons to scroll and select ST TV-G 480i 3:17PM
the inputs that are being used. Pressing the

INPUTS button repeatedly will also cycle through
the Inputs menu items. Then press the SELECT
button to select.
INPUTS
Auto STEREO
INFO button display for Digital Channels

INFO
Input 4 Show Name Cable 8 -1
Input 5 3:00PM- 3:30PM ALT U.S. KXYZ-HD
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Air / Cable Engl DTVCC 1080i 3:17PM

Input 1
Input 2
Move SEL Select
INPUT 1 Select to choose INPUT 1.

INPUT 2 Select to choose INPUT 2. Auto

INFO
Show Name Cable 8 -1
INPUT 5 Select to choose INPUT 5. 3:00PM- 3:30PM ALT U.S. KXYZ-HD
Engl DTVCC 1080i 3:17PM
AIR/CABLE Select between Air or Cable signal.
The show description will be in this area of the screen.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE button
Auto
See separate section on pages 28-29 for a
description.
INFO button display when an S-VIDEO Input is
MENU button connected to INPUT 1
The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display.
INFO
S-IN: 1
GUIDE button 480i 3:17PM

[Cable Box (CBL), Satellite Receiver (SAT)
modes only]
The use of this button is only applicable when the
remote control is in (CBL) and (SAT/STB) mode.
Press this button to access the Channel Guide of
the (CBL), and (SAT/STB). Auto
EXIT button INFO button display for when a COMPONENT

This button will exit all On-Screen Displays. VIDEO: Y-PBPR Input is connected to INPUT 3
INFO
CURSOR buttons/SELECT button Y-PBPR: 3
All the On-Screen Display features can be set or
480i 3:17PM
adjusted by using the CURSOR buttons and the
SELECT button, except for numeric entries. Press
the CURSOR buttons toward desired direction and
press the SELECT button to select.
INFO button Auto
Press this button when you want to check the

channel being received, the picture source, if the
channel has stereo (ST) or second audio program NOTE: 1. Press the INFO button again or the EXIT
(SA), the time, CHANNEL ID and if the TIMER is set. button to return to normal viewing.
2. The Aspect setting will not be shown if
the channel is locked.
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VOLUME (VOL), MUTE button Press the FAV CH button to switch to Favorite
Press the VOLUME button ( or ) until you (FAV) channel mode. You will know you are in
obtain the desired sound level. Favorite Channel mode when (FAV) is displayed
and the displayed channel is GREEN. Press it
To reduce the sound to one half of normal volume again to return to your regular tuned channels. You
First time use

(SOFT MUTE) to answer the telephone, etc., press can add any channel to your Favorite channel list
the MUTE button. Press the MUTE button again to by pressing and holding down the FAV CH button
turn the sound off completely (MUTE). To restore until the displayed channel turns from WHITE to
the sound, press the MUTE button one more time, highlighted GREEN. You can also delete a channel
or VOL UP (). from your favorite channel list by pressing and
holding down the FAV CH button until the
displayed channel turns highlighted GREEN to
WHITE.
The Remote Control

Cable 6
Volume 8
MUTE
FAV CH
FAV Cable 6
Soft Mute 8
MUTE
FAV CH
Cable 6
Mute 8
Closed Captioning will display automatically when

MUTE/SOFT MUTE is on and Closed Caption is set
to AUTO (see page 56).
(-) DASH button
When the TV power is turned off at a volume level The (-) DASH button can only be used when the
31 or greater, the volume level will default to 30 remote control is in Satellite (SAT) mode.
when the TV is turned on. However, if it is set to a
level 30 or less, the volume level will be at the level LAST CHANNEL (LC) button
it was set when the TV is turned on. Press this button to toggle between the current and
last channel viewed.
CHANNEL SELECTOR/FAVORITE CHANNEL
(FAV CH) buttons RECORD button
The CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons are used to Press twice (two times) to record programs when
select channels, lock access code, etc. Use the the remote is in VCR mode.
CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons to enter one, two,
or three numbers to select channels. Enter 0 first
for channels 1 to 9, or simply press the single digit
channel you wish to tune then wait a few seconds
for the TV to tune. Channel selection may also be
performed by CHANNEL (CH) UP () or
CHANNEL (CH) DOWN ().
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Picture-in-Picture (PIP)
Your HITACHI Plasma TV incorporates one Tuner
technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment.
This feature allows you to view Digital Channels and CABLE
or
Video inputs on both the main picture and sub picture Air signal
simultaneously, with separate control.
When a Digital channel is viewed in the main picture,
the Digital or Analog channel can not be viewed in
the sub picture. Please see table for PIP availability.
To select between main picture and PIP sub picture,

use the CURSOR PAD button the remote. The Green
highlighted channel display will move with every press
of the CURSOR PAD buttons.
The Picture-in-Picture feature is convenient when you

The Remote Control
want to watch more than one program at the same

time. You can watch a TV program while viewing other
programs from any of the video inputs.
Use connection at right to view VCR program as a sub-

Back of
picture while viewing another program as main picture VCR
AUDIO OUT
OUTPUT
VIDEO OUT
(CABLE/AIR Digital channel).
VCR
PIP button
Press the PIP button and a sub-picture will appear
in one of the four different modes (POP, PIP, or
SPLIT), depending on the INPUT signal. To change
the PIP mode, use the PIP button to cycle through
the three different modes.
SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE

Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub-
picture evenly on the screen.
SWAP
Main Picture Sub Picture
POP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE

POP Mode PIP displays the sub-picture outside of
the main picture. Use the CURSOR PAD ( or )
to move the sub-picture. This feature is not
available with a 1080i/720p signal. Please refer to the
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE MODES Table (see page
29).
Main Picture
Sub Picture
SWAP
NOTE : 1. Press the CURSOR PAD ( or ) to

enable the sub-picture sound.
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Picture-In-Picture (PIP)
PIP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE
Select CABLE/AIR or INPUT 1~5 from the INPUTS menu. Select a channel that has a 1080i/720p signal.
To prevent a pattern burn, occasionally move the sub-picture using the CURSOR PAD.
Main Picture
Sub Picture
SWAP
PIP Specifications Table
PIP Sub Picture Digital Channel Component/Composite/S-lN/HDMI
The Remote Control

Mode
1080i 720p 480p 480p 480i 480i 1080i 720p 480p 480p 480i 480i
Main Picture 16x9 16x9 16x9 4x3 16x9 4x3 16x9 16x9 16x9 4x3 16x9 4x3
POP Digital Ch. 1080i 16x9 - - - - - - - - - - - -

(Air or Cable) 720p 16x9 - - - - - - - - - - - -
480p 16x9 - - - - - - - - - - - -
480p 4x3 - - - - - - Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
480i 16x9 - - - - - - - - - - - -
480i 4x3 - - - - - - Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Component 1080i 16x9 - - - - - - - - - - - -
Composite 720p 16x9 - - - - - - - - - - - -
S-IN 480p 16x9 Yes*l Yes*l Yes*l Yes*l Yes*l Yes*l - - - - - -
HDMI 480p 4x3 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - - - - - -
480i 16x9 Yes*l Yes*l Yes*l Yes*l Yes*l Yes*l - - - - - -
480i 4x3 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - - - - - -
PIP 16x9 Digital Ch. 1080i 16x9 - - - - - - Yes Yes Yes*2 - Yes*2 -
(Air or Cable) 720p 16x9 - - - - - - Yes Yes Yes*2 - Yes*2 -
480p 16x9 - - - - - - Yes Yes Yes*2 - Yes*2 -
480p 4x3 - - - - - - - - - - - -
480i 16x9 - - - - - - Yes Yes Yes*2 - Yes*2 -
480i 4x3 - - - - - - - - - - - -
Component 1080i 16x9 Yes Yes Yes - Yes - - - - - - -
Composite. 720p 16x9 Yes Yes Yes - Yes - - - - - - -
S-IN 480p 16x9 Yes*2 Yes*2 Yes*2 - Yes*2 - - - - - - -
HDMI 480p 4x3 — — — - — - - - - - - -
480i 16x9 Yes*2 Yes*2 Yes*2 - Yes*2 - - - - - - -
480i 4x3 - - - - _ - - - - - - -
PIP 4x3 Digital Ch. 1080i 16x9 - - - - _ - - - Yes*l Yes Yes*l Yes
(Air or Cable) 720p 16x9 - - - - - - - - Yes*l Yes Yes*l Yes
480p 16x9 - - - - - - - - Yes*l Yes Yes*l Yes
480p 4x3 - - - - - - - - - - - -
480i 16x9 - - - - - - - - Yes*l Yes Yes*l Yes
480i 4x3
Componet 1080i 16x9 - - - Yes - Yes - - - - - -
Composite 720p 16x9 - - - Yes - Yes - - - - - -
S-IN 480p 16x9 - - - Yes*2 - Yes*2 - - - - - -
HDMI 480p 4x3 - - - - - - - - - - - -
480i 16x9 - - - Yes*2 - Yes*2 - - - - - -
480i 4x3 - - - - - - - - - - - -
SPLIT Digital Ch. 1080i 16x9 - - - - - - Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
(Air or Cable) 720p 16x9 - - - - - - Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Component 1080i 16x9 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - - - - - -
Cmposite 720p 16x9 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - - - - - -
S-IN
HDMI 480p 16x9 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - - - - - -
480p 4x3 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - - - - - -
STROBE Digital Ch. 1080i 16x9 Yes - - - - - - - - - - -
(4pix) (Air or Cable) 720 p 16x9 - Yes - - - - - - - - - -
480p 16x9 - - Yes - - - - - - - - -
480p 4x3 - - - Yes - - - - - - - -
480i 16x9 - - - - Yes - - - - - - -
480i 4x3 - - - - - Yes - - - - - -
Component 1080i 16x9 - - - - - - Yes _ - - - -
Composite 720p 16x9 - - - - - - - Yes - - - -
S-IN 480p 16x9 - - - - - - - - Yes - - -
HDMI 480p 4x3 - - - - - - - - - Yes - -
480i 16x9 - - - - - - - - - - Yes -
480i 4x3 - - - - - - - - - - - Yes
Yes* l: Auto Aspect OFF

Yes*2: Aulo Aspect ON
( - ) : Not available
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Picture-In-Picture (PIP)
PAUSE button SPLIT FREEZE
If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the Press the PAUSE button to freeze the picture you
PAUSE button. This is convenient when trying to are currently viewing (only the right sub-picture will
write down the address for a mail order company, freeze). Press the EXIT button to return to normal
recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. To viewing.
return the picture to motion, press the EXIT
button. Press the PAUSE button repeatedly to
toggle between FREEZE modes (Main Freeze,
SPLIT and STROBE).
Freeze
Main Picture Sub Picture
The Remote Control
Freeze
STROBE FREEZE
Press the PAUSE button to freeze three frames of
Freeze the picture you are currently viewing (only the 3
sub-pictures will freeze). Press the EXIT button to
Freeze return to normal viewing. This feature is useful for
viewing a moving picture that has many details, for
Freeze example, a close play in a sporting event or a golf
swing.
MAIN FREEZE
Press the PAUSE button to freeze one frame of the
picture you are currently viewing and the frozen
frame will show in the Main Picture. Press the EXIT
button to return to normal viewing. This feature is
useful for freezing a picture frame with addresses.
Hot Springs Clay Mask

C/O John Doe
Run-Spa Retreat
P.O. Box 55512
Any Town, USA 98765
Check or
Money Order Only
1-800-555-1212
NOTE: 1. The default FREEZE mode is the MAIN

freeze followed by the SPLIT freeze and
then the STROBE freeze. The last FREEZE
mode you selected before you pressed the
EXIT button will be the one that comes up
after pressing the PAUSE button again.
2. Each freeze frame in Strobe Freeze is
delayed about 0.1 (1/10) second.
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The Remote Control for Cable Box Functions
OPERATING THE PRECODED
FUNCTION FOR YOUR CABLE BOX.
This remote is designed to operate different types of
cable boxes. You must first program the remote to
match the remote system of your cable box (refer
below for pre-codes).
1. Turn ON your cable box.

쐋
2. Aim the remote control at the front of your cable

box.
3. To switch to Cable (CBL) pre-coded mode, press

and release the CABLE (CBL) button.
The Remote Control

4. Hold down the CBL button on the remote and
enter the two digit preset code that matches your
cable box, as shown below. Release the CBL
button.
5. Aim the remote at the cable box and press the

쐋
POWER button. The remote will turn off your cable
box when the correct two digit preset code is
entered. When this occurs, the remote control is
programmed for your cable box. If the cable box
does not turn off, try a different two digit preset
code.
6. The remote will now control your Cable box.
NOTE: 1. If your cable box cannot be operated after

performing the above procedures, your
cable box code has not been precoded
into the remote.
2. In the unlikely event that your cable box
cannot be operated after performing the
above procedures, please consult your
cable box operating guide.
3. The remote control will remember the
codes you have programmed until the
batteries are removed from the remote
control. After replacing the batteries
repeat the entire programming procedure CABLE BRAND Analog Type CODES
as stated above. HAMLIN......................................................22, 23, 24, 25
JERROLD .................... 00, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07,21
CABLE (CBL) button OAK..................................................................26, 27, 28
This button allows the remote to control your cable PANASONIC.................................................... 18, 19, 20
box by setting it to CABLE mode. PIONEER ................................................................13, 14
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA ......................................08, 09, 10
PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons TOCOM ..................................................................15, 16
These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable ZENITH...................................................................11, 12
codes. G.I. ..............................................................................17
CABLE BRAND DIGITAL TYPE CODES

EXCLUSIVE TV buttons
These buttons are for operating the TV. PIONEER..............................................................29
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA ..................................................................30
MY CABLE BOX CODE IS: _______________________
NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the Cable Box

for operation of the buttons exclusively for
the Cable Box.
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The Remote Control for Set-Top Box/Satelite Receiver Functions
OPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTION FOR
YOUR SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER.
set-top-box/satellite systems. You must first program
the remote to match the remote system of your set-
top-box/satellite systems (refer below for pre-codes).

1. Turn ON your set-top-box/satellite systems.

쐋
2. Aim the remote control at the front of your set-top-

box/satellite systems.
3. To switch to set-top-box/satellite (STB) pre-coded

mode, press and release the SAT button.
The Remote Control
4. Hold down the SAT button on the remote and enter

the two digit preset code that matches your set-
top-box/satellite receiver, as shown below. Release
the SAT button.
5. Aim the remote at the set-top-box/satellite receiver

쐋
and press the POWER button. The remote will turn
off your set-top-box/satellite receiver when the
correct two digit preset code is entered. When this
occurs, the remote control is programmed for your
set-top-box/satellite receiver. If the set-top-
box/satellite receiver does not turn off, try a
different two digit preset code.
6. The remote will now control your set-top-

box/satellite receiver.
NOTE: 1. If your set-top-box/satellite receiver

above procedures, your set-top-
box/satellite receiver code has not been
precoded into the remote.
2. In the unlikely event that your set-top-
box/satellite receiver cannot be operated
after performing the above procedures,
please consult your set-top-box/satellite
receiver operating guide.
3. The remote control will remember the SATELLITE BRAND CODES
codes you have programmed until the ECOSTAR .....................................................................03
batteries are removed from the remote HITACHI....................................................................... 00
control. After replacing the batteries HUGHES ......................................................................04
repeat the entire programming procedure RCA ..............................................................................01
as stated above. SONY ...........................................................................02
SAT (Set-Top-Box/Satellite) button SET TOP BOX BRAND CODES

This button allows the remote to control your set- PANASONIC .................................................................05
top-box/satellite receiver by setting it to SET-TOP- RCA ............................................................................. 06
BOX/SATELLITE mode. SAMSUNG ...................................................................07
ZENITH .........................................................................08
PRE-CODED SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE
RECEIVER buttons MY SATELLITE RECEIVER/
These buttons transmit the chosen pre-coded set- SET TOP BOX CODE IS: _________________________
top-box/satellite codes.
NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the set-top-
EXCLUSIVE TV buttons box/satellite receiver for operation of the
These buttons are for operating the TV. buttons exclusively for the set-top-
box/satellite receiver.
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The Remote Control for DVD Functions
FUNCTION FOR YOUR DVD PLAYER.
DVD players. You must first program the remote to
match the remote system of your DVD player (refer
below for pre-codes).

1. Turn ON your DVD player.

쐋
2. Aim the remote control at the front of your DVD

player.
3. To switch to DVD pre-coded mode, press and

release the DVD button.
The Remote Control

4. Hold down the DVD button on the remote and
DVD player, as shown below. Release the DVD
button.
5. Aim the remote at the DVD player and press the

쐋
POWER button. The remote will turn off your DVD
player when the correct two digit preset code is
entered. When this occurs, the remote control is
programmed for your DVD player. If the DVD player
does not turn off, try a different two digit preset
code.
6. The remote will now control your DVD player.
7. You will need to set the display type of your DVD

player to 16:9 WIDESCREEN.

NOTE: 1. If your DVD player cannot be operated
after performing the above procedures,
your DVD player’s code has not been
precoded into the remote.
2. In the unlikely event that your DVD player
above procedures, please consult your
DVD player operating guide.
codes you have programmed until the DVD BRAND CODES
batteries are removed from the remote APEX ............................................................................10
control. After replacing the batteries GO VIDEO ................................................................... 09
repeat the entire programming procedure HITACHI........................................................................00
as stated above. KENWOOD ...................................................................11
PANASONIC .................................................................02
DVD button PIONEER ..................................................................... 03
This button allows the remote to control your DVD RCA ............................................................................. 04
player by setting it to DVD mode. SAMSUNG ...................................................................06
SANYO .........................................................................07
PRECODED DVD Buttons SONY ...........................................................................01
These buttons transmit the chosen precoded DVD TOSHIBA ......................................................................05
codes.
MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS: ______________________
EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons
These buttons are for operating the TV. NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the DVD player
for operation of the buttons exclusively for
the DVD player.
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The Remote Control for VCR Functions
FUNCTION FOR YOUR VCR.
VCRs. You must first program the remote to match the
remote system of your VCR (refer below for pre-codes).
1. Turn ON your VCR.

쐋
2. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR.
쐋
3. To switch to VCR pre-coded mode, press and
release the VCR button.
4. Hold down the VCR button on the remote and

The Remote Control

VCR, as shown below. Release the VCR button.
5. Aim the remote at the VCR and press the POWER

button. The remote will turn off your VCR when the
correct two digit preset code is entered. When this
쐋 쐋
occurs, the remote control is programmed for your
VCR. If the VCR does not turn off, try a different
two digit preset code.
6. The remote will now control your VCR.

NOTE: 1. If your VCR cannot be operated after
performing the above procedures, your
VCR’s code has not been precoded into
the remote.
2. In the unlikely event that your VCR cannot
be operated after performing the above
procedures, please consult your VCR
operating guide.
codes you have programmed until the
batteries are removed from the remote
control. After replacing the batteries
repeat the entire programming procedure
as stated above.
4. Press the Record button twice to record.
VCR BRAND CODES
VCR button EMERSON ...........................................20, 21, 22, 23 ,24
This button allows the remote to control your VCR FISHER ..................................................... 34, 37, 38, 39
player by setting it to VCR mode. FUNAI..............................................................52
GE ..............................................................................33
PRECODED VCR Buttons HITACHI ...................................00, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06
These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR JVC...................................................................49, 50, 51,18
codes. MAGNAVOX ...........................................................12, 13,14
MITSUBISHI.............................................. 27, 28, 29, 30
EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons NEC ....................................................................... 40, 41
These buttons are for operating the TV. PANASONIC...........................................................10, 11
SAMSUNG .............................................................25, 26,17
SHARP ...................................................................31, 32
SONY ...............................................................07, 08, 09
TOSHIBA..............................................................15
ZENITH ..................................................................35
MY VCR PLAYER CODE IS: ______________________
NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the VCR for

operation of the buttons exclusively for the
VCR.
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On-Screen Display
1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the

different features on your HITACHI Plasma TV.
2. Use the CURSOR PAD (buttons , , and )

and highlight a different feature of the On-Screen
Display menu. Press the SELECT button to select.
3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit

from a menu.
This part of the screen shows

which selections are available.
Video
Audio
Channel Manager
Locks
Timers
Setup This part of the screen
shows which Remote
On-Screen Display
Move SEL Select
Control buttons to use.
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On-Screen Display
Video Locks
Picture Mode Select between 3 pictures modes; Change Access Code Change Lock access code.
Day Dynamic, Day Normal and Night. Engage Lock Choose to lock channel,
Contrast Adjust contrast. and/or Side panel.
Brightness Adjust brightness. Movie Ratings Block various types of movies
Color Adjust color. and video types based on
Tint Adjust tint. motion picture ratings.
Sharpness Adjust sharpness. TV Ratings Block various types of movies
Color Temperature Set this to High for less intense and television programming
color with more blue, set to based on a parental guide
Medium for natural color, set to ratings.
Standard for standard colors Canadian Ratings (ENG) Block various types of movies
and television programming
based on the Canadian ratings
Black Enhancement Enhance picture brightness in system.
light scenes. Canadian Ratings (FRN) Block various types of movies
Contrast Mode Use this function to choose and television programming
between 2 Contrast Mode based on the Canadian French
settings. ratings system.
Noise Reduction Reduces conspicuous noise in Alternate Ratings U.S. Ratings system for DTV Signal
the picture. to block various types of programs
Auto Movie Mode Turn On/Off the 3:2 Pulldown
detection feature.
Black Side Panel Set the gray side bars On/Off Timers
when watching 4:3 signals in
Set the Clock Set Clock Settings.
standard mode.
Set Sleep Timer Set Sleep Timer intervals
Aspect Choose the picture format
(30 min. intervals, 00:30-3:00).
aspect ratio.
On-Screen Display
Set Day/Night Timer Set Day/Night picture mode

Reset Video Settings Choose to Reset Video Settings
settings.
to factory settings.
Set Event Timer Set viewing reservation for TV
programs.
Audio
Treble Adjust the treble. Setup
Bass Adjust the bass.
Set The Menu Options Choose English, French, or
Balance Adjust the balance.
Spanish text and Background.
Surround Select Surround settings (Off,
Set The Screen Saver Select Screen Saver options
Wide, Normal)
to prevent screen burn.
Bass Boost Select Bass Boost option ON or OFF.
Set The Inputs Label Video Inputs, VCR, DVD,
Audio Source Select between three Audio etc.
Sources. Set The Closed Captions Feature to display dialogue/text.
Internal Speakers Select internal or external
speakers. Set The Output Terminals Set Output source options.
Auto Noise Cancel Eliminates the noise between CableCARD Information Access important CableCARD
stations. and Diagnostics info.
Perfect Volume Adjust volume in fixed setting. Set The Quick Start Options Select the TV Quick Start Up
Loudness Adjust Loudness. options.
Language Select Language options if Reset The Software Select to upgrade TV software.
available.
Digital Output Select Optical Output options. NOTE: 1. The Signal Meter feature of the Channel
DRC Select Dynamic Range Manager OSD is only available for Digital
Compression to ON or OFF. channels.
NOTE: The Language, Digital Output, and the 2. The CableCARD information feature of the
Dynamic Range Compression feature of the Setup OSD is only available when a
Audio OSD are only available for Digital CableCARD from your cable operator is
channels. installed in the rear panel of the TV.
Channel Manager
Signal Meter Access Signal Meter.
Auto Channel Scan Set Auto Channel Scan.
Channel List Set Channel List.
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Video
Video Video
Audio
Channel Manager
Locks
Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve Timers

Setup
picture quality. You can independently customize each of Move SEL Select
the Video Inputs to your preference to increase viewing
performance and pleasure depending upon the video
program being viewed. If RESET is selected, only the
selected input will reset to initial conditions.
Picture Mode Video Cable
Use this function to choose from automatic picture Picture Mode Day (Normal)
OR Contrast 100%
settings to optimize your TV’s performance. Brightness 50%
1. Use the CURSOR buttons or to highlight and Color 50%
select PICTURE MODE settings (Day-Normal, Tint

Sharpness 50%
Day-Dynamic or Night). Color Temperature High
2. Then press the SELECT button to set the mode and Black Enhancement High
Normal
return to the Video menu or press EXIT to quit menu. Contrast Mode
Move SEL Select
3. There are 3 Picture Modes available for the customer

Day (Dynamic) , Day (Normal) and Night mode.
Day (Dynamic) is the original factory preset mode , this
can be changed by adjusting any video setting to your
desire conditions. Day ( Normal ) can be used as a
second video setting for daytime viewing. Night is set
On-Screen Display
to watch programing during nigthtime.
OR
Picture Mode Day (Normal)
Next/Prev Select SEL Return
1. Use the CURSOR PAD or to highlight the function to be adjusted.
2. Press the SELECT button or the CURSOR PAD to select the function settings.
3. Press the CURSOR PAD or to adjust the function.
4. Press MENU to return to main menu.
5. Press EXIT to quit menu.

Video
Audio
Contrast Channel Manager
Use this function to change the contrast between black Locks
Timers
and white levels in the picture. Setup
Move SEL Select
Brightness
Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness.
Color
Use this function to adjust the level of color in the picture.
Tint
OR
Use this function to adjust flesh tones so they appear
natural.
Sharpness
Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the
Contrast 100%
picture.
Next/Prev Change SEL Return
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Video
Color Temperature
Set this to High for cooler color with more blue, set to Medium for more natural color, set to Standard for accurate
color .
Black Enhancement
Use this function to enhance the shadow detail in dark scenes using the settings off, low, middle and high.
NOTE: 1. If CONTRAST is selected, you are adjusting CONTRAST. The additional menu items BRIGHTNESS,
COLOR, TINT, and SHARPNESS can be selected and adjusted in the same manner.
2. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the COMPONENT
VIDEO Y-PBPR input jacks.
3. CABLE and AIR share a Video setting. Also, each of the video inputs have their own independent
settings.
Contrast Mode
Use this function to choose between 2 Contrast Mode settings. Set to Dynamic for darker images more in the
level of Black, set to Normal for a balanced White to Black level.
Noise Reduction
The NOISE REDUCTION function automatically reduces conspicuous noise in the picture without degrading
picture quality. Set NOISE REDUCTION to OFF if the TV experiences picture blocking.
Auto Movie Mode

The AUTO MOVIE MODE function turn ON or OFF the 3:2 PULLDOWN DETECTION SPECIAL FEATURE.
Theatrical movies are shot on film at 24 frames or still pictures per second, instead of 30 frames or 60 fields like
video. When film is transferred to video for television viewing, the disparity between the two frame rates must be
reconciled. This involves a process known as 3:2 pulldown.
On-Screen Display
When AUTO MOVIE MODE is turned ON from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi Plasma Television will activate the
circuitry for this special feature to improve video performance when watching film based sources.
NOTE: 1. When using Progressive Scan Component (Ex. 480p, 720p, 1080i), Auto Movie Mode will not be
available (grayed out).
2. All Video settings are independent of each other based on it’s input (Cable/Air, Input 1~5).
Aspect
Use this function to select the Picture Format Aspect
Ratio. Video
Aspect
Auto Aspect
OR Auto Aspect : On
Automatically adjust the Aspect Ratio depending on Mode 16:9 Standard1
Vertical Position : 0
the input signal to fill the screen.
Move SEL Return
Mode
M anually select the Aspect Ratio.
Vertical Position
This function allows you to select when aspect style is
either 4:3 EXPANDED/ZOOM1/ZOOM2 or 16:9
ZOOM. Vertical position can be changed with these modes. For example, it will be useful for centering the
picture area at both the top and bottom of the picture with 480i/480p signal. Adjustable range is -10 (video
center is toward bottom of screen) to +10 (video is toward top of screen).
1. Use the CURSOR PAD or to to select menu item.
2. Press the CURSOR PAD or to adjust the function.
3. Press the EXIT to quit the MENU, or select ASPECT to return to the main menu.
NOTE: Vertical Position will not be available in 4:3 Standard and 16:9 Standard modes.
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Video
Black Side Panel
The BLACK SIDE PANEL function turns the gray side
bars on/off when watching 4:3 signals in Standard
mode or use of the PIP modes.
1. Press the CURSOR PAD or to set to ON or OFF.

2. Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET BLACK SIDE
Black Side Panel Off
PANEL to return to the previous menu. Next On/Off SEL Return
Black Side Panel On

Next On/Off SEL Return
NOTE: To prevent screen damage when watching 4:3 signal, turn off the BLACK SIDE PANEL. It is
recommended to watch 4:3 signal with gray side bar.
Reset Video Settings

This function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and return it to the Day-Dynamic
VIDEO mode.
On-Screen Display
1. Use CURSOR PAD , or CHANNEL UP/DOWN Video Cable
buttons to highlight functions. Sharpness 50%
2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD to Color Temperature High

Black Enhancement High
select Reset Video Settings. Contrast Mode Dynamic
3. Use the CURSOR PAD to access at the Reset Noise Reduction Low
Auto Movie Mode Off
softkey. Off
Black Side Panel
4. Press the SELECT button to Reset the Video Aspect
Settings. Reset Video Settings
Move SEL Return
You can customize each of the Video Inputs to your

preference to increase viewing performance and
Video
pleasure, depending upon the video program being Reset Video Settings
viewed. If RESET is selected, only the selected Input will OR
Select “Reset” to return the video menu settings
reset to the initial conditions as explained above. on this Input to the original factory settings.
Reset
If RESET is selected in Input 1, only Input 1 will return to

factory conditions.
Move SEL Return
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Audio
Audio Video
Audio
Channel Manager
Locks
Timers
Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and Setup
to improve the sound quality. Move SEL Select
1. Press CURSOR PAD or to select menu item.

2. Press CURSOR PAD or to adjust the function.
3. Press EXIT to quit the MENU, or select AUDIO to
return to the main menu. Audio
Treble 50%
NOTE: If TREBLE is selected you are adjusting OR Bass 50%
Balance L R
treble. The additional menu items Bass
Surround Off
and Balance can be selected and Bass Boost Off
adjusted in the same manner. Audio Source Stereo
Internal Speakers On
Auto Noise Cancel On
Perfect Volume On
Move SEL Return
Treble
This function controls the high frequency audio to all speakers.
Bass
This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers.
Balance
This function will control the left to right balance of the Plasma TV internal speakers.
On-Screen Display
Surround
Surround sound is the concept of expanding the spatial imaging of audio from one dimension ( Mono/Left-Right)
to two or three dimensions. This is often done to create a more realistic audio environment.
1.- Use cursor or to highlight surround option.

2.- Use cursor or to select Off, Normal or Wide.
Off : turns off the surround sound effect.
Normal Surround : Provides the surround effect by locating two or more speakers to the rear of the listener.
Wide Surround : Reproduce much better quality 5 channel sound signals from ordinary stereo contents comparing with
normal surround technology. Wide surround enable users to enjoy sound playback in wide surround virtual area like
5 channel contents with ordinary stereo contents.
Bass Boost
This function allows to enhance the low frequency audio performance of your speaker system.
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Audio
Audio Source
Multi-Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural sound)
used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast or SECOND AUDIO PROG (SAP) which may be a secondary
language, weather report, etc.
Internal Speakers
This function is useful when setting up the external speakers.
ON Select this feature if using the internal speakers only.

TV as Center Select this feature when setting up external speakers from a separate stereo system. The
TV’s speakers will work as the center speaker.
OFF Select this feature if you prefer to use only speakers from a separate stereo system.
Auto Noise Cancel

This function eliminates the noise between stations. If a channel is tuned and is noisy, this function will
automatically eliminate the audio for that channel.
Perfect Volume
This function will automatically adjust volume so each channel and input has the same average volume level.
Loudness
Set this function to ON to emphasize bass and treble at low volume levels.
Language
Some programs transmit more than one DTV language option. Most will have English as a default language. The
language function will allow you to select up to 4 language options (if available).
Digital Output
This function allows you to select between Dolby® Digital and PCM.
Dolby® Digital - Select this feature if the TV is connected to an amplifier/receiver with a Dolby® Digital only
On-Screen Display
decoder; it will provide six independent soundtrack channels through the optical output jack (Digital Audio).
NOTE: *Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
PCM - Select this feature if the TV is connected to an amplifier/receiver with a PCM only decoder; it will provide
two independent soundtrack channels through the optical output jack (Digital Audio).
DRC Audio
Dynamic Range Compression - Use this function to Treble 50%
compress the range of sound volume. By compressing OR Bass 50%
the range of sound volume, it is possible not only to Balance L R
suppress the output of loud sound at night but also to Surround Off
Bass Boost Off
raise the volume of low sound. The default setting is ON.
Audio Source Stereo
Use the CURSOR PAD or to select the chosen Internal Speakers

Auto Noise Cancel
On
Off
options. Perfect Volume Off
Move SEL Return
NOTE: The functions Language, Digital Output and DRC Audio
are only available when viewing digital programs. Bass Boost Off
Audio Source Stereo
Internal Speakers On
Use the functions at right if your TV is connected to an Auto Noise Cancel Off
amplifier/receiver with optical digital input with Dolby Perfect Volume Off
Digital or PCM decoder capabilities. Loudness Off
Language 1 [Unknown]
Digital Output Dolby Digital
DRC On
NOTE: 1.- The DRC control affects only Dolby Digital
Move SEL Return
signals decoded internally by the TV.
2.- DRC does not affect the Dolby Digital bitstream
available at the digital audio output.
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Channel Manager
Channel Manager Video

Audio
Channel Manager
Select CHANNEL MANAGER to set your Antenna Locks
options, run Auto Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter Timers

Setup
and Set Channel List. Move SEL Select
1. Press CURSOR PAD , or CHANNEL UP/DOWN

buttons to highlight function.
2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD to

Channel Manager
select. Signal Meter
OR Auto Channel Scan
Channel List
Move SEL Select
Signal Meter Channel Manager
Select SIGNAL METER when using an indoor or outdoor Signal Meter
OR Auto Channel Scan

antenna. This feature will show the signal strength and Channel List
peak values of the Antenna signal to help you adjust your Move SEL Select
antenna to optimize signal reception.
Use the CURSOR PADS and the SELECT button to

highlight and select CLOSE to exit.
On-Screen Display
NOTE: The Signal Meter will not be available (grayed

out) when watching analog channels. Channel Manager
Signal Meter
Channel 3-1
Strength 91
Peak 91
SNR 10
Close
Move SEL Return
Auto Channel Scan

Channel Manager
This feature will automatically store active Analog and
Signal Meter
Digital channels in Auto Channel Scan memory. Auto Channel Scan
Channel List
1. Use the CURSOR buttons or to highlight Move SEL Select
AIR, CABLE (1) or CABLE(2) source.
2. Press the CURSOR buttons or to highlight the

START or RESET option.
3. Press the SELECT button to select.

Channel Manager
Auto Channel Sc an
NOTE: 1. When a CableCARD is installed, Auto OR
Channel Scan will not be available since Source Air
channels will be fixed based on what was Start Reset
agreed upon by you and your cable

operator. Move SEL R eturn
2. If certain channels are poor or not possible

in cable(1) mode, set cable source to cable(2)
by using the CURSOR buttons or .
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Channel Manager
Channel List Channel Manager
This function allows you to review which channels are Signal Meter
labeled (CH ID), which have been added to CHANNEL Auto Channel Scan
Channel List
MEMORY (SCAN), which are protected by LOCK and Move SEL Return
which are your FAVORITE (FAV) CHANNELS.
1. Use the CURSOR PAD to navigate the Channel List.
2. Press the SELECT button to select ON or OFF on the

SCAN and LOCK columns.
Channel Manager
3. To select LOCK column, input the access code. Channel List
OR FAV CH# Scan Lock ID
(Default access code: 0000) 3-1 On Off -------
4 On Off -------
5 On Off -------
4. Press the FAV button to set or remove the FAVORITE 6 On Off -------
7 On Off -------
settings. 8 On Off -------
9 On Off -------
10 On Off -------
No Info. --:-- AM- --:-- AM
5. Press the EXIT button to return to normal viewing.
Move Return INFO Detail
NOTE: 1. When a CableCARD is installed, the Channel List will be dependent on channels agreed
upon by you and your cable operator.
2. The Channel List cannot be updated by only changing the cable source. Auto Channel Scan must
be performed for the Channel List to be updated.
On-Screen Display
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Locks
Locks Video
Audio
Channel Manager
This function will block out the picture and sound of the Locks
selected channel or video input. Timers

Setup
Move SEL Select
The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit

access code number. The factory preset code is 0000.
Use the NUMBER buttons to enter the access code.
1. Use the CURSOR PAD , or CHANNEL OR

UP/DOWN buttons to highlight the desired function
Please Enter Access Code
in the LOCKS menu. Access Code: - - - -
[#Keys] Enter Code
Change Access Code

1. To change the ACCESS CODE NUMBER, select
CHANGE ACCESS CODE to change the factory
preset code (0000) to your preference. 0 Locks
Change Access Code
0 Engage Lock
If you forget your ACCESS CODE NUMBER, use Movie Ratings
0 TV Ratings
the factory code 7777 to erase your key number.
Canadian Ratings(Eng)
This will reset the access code number back to the 0 Canadian Ratings(Frn)
factory preset (0000). Alternate Ratings U.S.
Move SEL Select
2. Enter a new four digit number.

On-Screen Display
3. Press EXIT to quit the menu.

Engage Lock
When ENGAGE LOCK is selected, SET CHANNEL LOCK and SET FRONT PANEL LOCK can be set individually.
When SET CHANNEL LOCK is turned on, the picture and sound for the chosen channel will be blocked out.
When FRONT PANEL LOCK is turned on, all buttons on the Front Panel will be deactivated, except the
POWER button.
When MOVIE RATINGS is selected, you can block various types of movies and video tapes based on motion
picture ratings. Picture-in-Picture will also be blocked automatically (see page 45).
When TV RATINGS is selected, various types of television programming based on a parental guide ratings will be
blocked. Picture-in-Picture will also be blocked automatically (see page 46).
Use CANADIAN RATINGS to block various types of movies and television programs based on the two rating
systems used in Canada that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content (see pages 47-48).
Use ALTERNATE RATINGS (U.S.) to block various types of movies and television pograms based on ratings
systems used in U.S. that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content (see page 49).
NOTE:
The ALTERNATE RATINGS (U.S.) option is available for Digital Channels only.
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Locks
Movie Ratings
Locks
Use Movie Ratings to prevent viewing of any movie that Change Access Code
you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. Engage Lock
Movie Ratings
TV Ratings
1. Use the CURSOR PAD , or CHANNEL UP/DOWN Canadian Ratings(Eng)
buttons to select the MOVIE RATING category that Canadian Ratings(Frn)
Alternate Ratings U.S.
you want to block.
Move SEL Select
2. Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RATING that you

have selected. Once rating is selected, for example
PG-13, all movies rated PG-13 and higher (R, NC-17,
Locks
and X) will be blocked.
Movie Ratings
OR Status
3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select MOVIE Not Rated
G
RATING to return to the previous menu. PG
PG-13
R
NC-17
X
Move SEL Return
Motion Picture Ratings Table

NOT RATED Contains no rating. Not Rated (NR) and Not Applicable (NA) programs. Movie has not
been rated or ratings do not apply.
G General audiences. All ages admitted.
PG Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.
PG-13 Parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
R Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
On-Screen Display
NC-17 No one 17 and under admitted.
X Adults only
NOTE: 1. A movie rating is dependent upon the movie that is viewed. If the movie does not carry a rating, the
TV will not block it.
2. Blocking NOT RATED programs may block emergency programming, sports, news, public service
announcements, religious programs and weather.
3. If a CableCARD is installed, your cable operator may provide an Emergency Alert System (EAS)
message in the event of a local or national emergency with the purpose of alerting the general
public. When you receive such messages, the Television will immediately tune to an EAS channel as
directed by the EAS message. Please be advised that if the EAS channel is blocked using the
LOCKS feature, you will not be able to tune to that channel.
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Locks
TV Ratings
Locks
Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of any TV
Change Access Code
program that you feel may be inappropriate due to its Engage Lock
content. Movie Ratings

TV Ratings
1. Use the CURSOR PAD , or CHANNEL UP/ Canadian Ratings(Frn)
DOWN buttons to select the TV RATING category
Move SEL Select
that you want to block.
2. Press SELECT to block the TV RATING that you

have selected.
Locks
TV Ratings
3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select TV RATING OR Sub Rating
Status D L S V FV
to return to the previous menu. TV-Y
TV-Y7
TV-G
TV-PG
TV-14
TV-MA
Move SEL Return
TV Parental Guide Ratings Table

TV-Y All children. The themes and elements in this program are specifically designed for a very
young audience, including children from ages 2-6.
TV-Y7 Directed to older children. Themes and elements in this program may include mild
physical or comedic violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7.
TV-G General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no
sexual dialogue or situations.
On-Screen Display
TV-PG Parental guidance suggested. The program may contain infrequent coarse language,
limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations.
TV-14 Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated themes, intense
sexual situation, more intense violence and intensely suggestive dialogue.
TV-MA Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes, indecent language,
graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.
FV Fantasy Violence
V Violence
S Sexual Situation
L Adult Language
D Sexually Suggestive Dialogue
NOTE: 1. If you Block TV-14D, you will still permit TV-MA programs; If you block TV-14V, you will
automatically block TV-MAV programs, but you will still permit TV-MALS programs. This means that
the TV will block violence in TV-14 and higher (TV-MA), but not language and sex.
2. TV program ratings are dependent on the broadcaster. If the program is not rated, the TV will not
block it.
3. If a CableCARD is installed, your cable operator may provide an Emergency Alert System (EAS)
message in the event of a local or national emergency with the purpose of alerting the general
public. When you receive such messages, the Television will immediately tune to an EAS channel as
directed by the EAS message. Please be advised that if the EAS channel is blocked using the
LOCKS feature, you will not be able to tune to that channel.
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Locks
Canadian Ratings (Eng)
Locks
Use CANADIAN RATINGS (ENG) to block any type of
Change Access Code
movie and television program in Canada that you feel Engage Lock
might be inappropriate in its content. Movie Ratings

TV Ratings
DOWN buttons to select the CANADIAN RATINGS
Move SEL Select
(ENG) category that you want to block.
2. Press SELECT to block the CANADIAN RATINGS

(ENG) that you have selected. Once rating is
Locks
selected, for example C8+, all movies and Canadian Ratings(Eng)
television programs rated C8+ and higher (G, PG, OR Status
C
14+ and 18+) will be blocked automatically. C8+
G
PG
3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select CANADIAN 14+
18+
RATINGS (ENG) to return to the previous menu. Move SEL Return
Canadian Ratings English Table

C Programming intended for children under age 8 - Violence Guidelines; Careful attention is
paid to themes, which could threaten children’s sense of security and well-being. There will
be no realistic scenes of violence. Depictions of aggressive behaviour will be infrequent
and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary, comedic or unrealistic in nature. Other
Content Guidelines: There will be no offensive language, nudity or sexual content.
C8+ Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on
their own - Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable,
On-Screen Display
or only way to resolve conflict; or encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they
may see on television. Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent, discreet, of
low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts. Other Content Guidelines: There
will be no profanity, nudity or sexual content.
G General Audience - Violence Guidelines: Will contain very little violence, either physical or
verbal or emotional. Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger child, will
not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the effects of violent
acts. Other Content Guidelines: There may be some inoffensive slang, no profanity and
no nudity.
PG Parental Guidance - Programming intended for a general audience but which may not be
suitable for younger children. Parents may consider some content inappropriate for
unsupervised viewing by children ages 8-13. Violence Guidelines: Depictions of conflict
and/or aggression will be limited and moderate; may include physical, fantasy, or
supernatural violence. Other Content Guidelines: May contain infrequent mild profanity, or
mildly suggestive language. Could also contain brief scenes of nudity.
14+ Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the
age of 14 - Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by
pre-teens and early teens. Violence Guidelines: May contain intense scenes of violence.
Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a realistic fashion. Other Content
Guidelines: May contain scenes of nudity and/or sexual activity. There could be frequent
use of profanity.
18+ Adult - Violence Guidelines: May contain violence integral to the development of the plot,
character or theme, intended for adult audiences. Other Content Guidelines: May contain
graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and/or sex.
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Locks
Canadian Ratings (Frn)
Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian Locks
Change Access Code
French programs according to various program ratings Engage Lock
that you feel might be inappropriate in its content. Movie Ratings
TV Ratings
DOWN buttons to select the CANADIAN RATINGS Alternate Ratings U.S.
Move SEL Select
(FRN) category that you want to block.
2. Press SELECT to block the CANADIAN RATINGS

(FRN) that you have selected. Once rating is
Locks
selected, for example 8 ANS+, all movies and Canadian Ratings(Frn)
television programs rated 8 ANS+ and higher will OR Status
G
be blocked automatically. 8 ans +
13 ans +
16 ans +
3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select CANADIAN 18 ans +
RATINGS (FRN) to return to the previous menu. Move SEL Return
Canadian Ratings French Chart

G General - Programming intended for audiences of all ages. Contains no violence, or the
violence content is minimal or is depicted appropriately with humor or caricature or in an
unrealistic manner.
8 ans + 8 + General - Not recommended for young children - Programming intended for a broad
audience but contains light or occasional violence that could disturb young children.
Viewing with an adult is therefore recommended for young children (under the age of 8)
who cannot differentiate between real and imaginary portrayals.
On-Screen Display
13 ans + Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 - Contains either a few
violent scenes or one or more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them. Viewing with an
adult is therefore strongly recommended for children under 13.
16 ans + Programming is not suitable for children under the age of 16 - Contains frequent scenes of
violence or intense violence.
18 ans + Programming restricted to adults - Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme
violence.
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Locks
Alternate Ratings U.S. INFO

Program Title Program Time Source
Use Alternate Ratings to prevent viewing of any movie or CH ID/Input ID

Program Title. . . . . . . . Cable 888-001
program that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. 11:30AM 11:55AM ALT U.S. KDEF-DT Current Time
Multi DTVCC CF-18 ans+ 1080i 10:35 AM
This feature will be available only for ATSC Digital signal. Receiving
Audio Language Receiving
(Digital CH) Signal Format
In case only NTSC analog signal is received this feature will /Receiving BTSC
(Analo g CH )
be unavailable (grayed out). Receiving
Digital Closed Caption
In order to set the Alternate Ratings the ATSC Digital channel Receiving
Rating Broadcast
received must include Alternate Ratings data .To see Alternate Ratings
A u to 11: 30 A M
if the channel has Alternate Ratings , press the INFO key
on the R/C. See fig. (1) for reference. Closed Caption Mode
Event Timer G-Guide Model
Once the TV has received Alternate Ratings data , the

Fig. (1)
Alternate Ratings US in the lock menu will become
available.
Locks
Change Access Code
Engage Lock
Movie Ratings
TV Ratings
1. Use the CURSOR buttons or to select the Canadian Ratings(Eng)
ALTERNATE RATING category that you want to block. Canadian Ratings(Frn)
Move SEL Select
Locks
OR Status CATEGORY NAME (1 / 10)
TV-Y :
TV-Y7 :
On-Screen Display
12345678 :
ABCDEFJH :[ ]
2. Press SELECT to block the ALTERNATE RATING Move SEL View Block
that you have selected. Once rating is selected, for

example PG-13, all movies rated PG-13 and higher
Locks
(R, NC-17 and X) will be blocked. Alternate Ratings U.S.
OR Status CATEGORY NAME (1 / 10)
3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select ALTERNATE TV-Y :
RATINGS to return to the previous menu. TV-Y7 :

12345678 :
ABCDEFJH :[ ]
Directed to older children. Themes and elements in

this program may include mild physical or comedic
violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7.
Move SEL View Block
Alternate Ratings (Example Only) :

G General audiences. All ages admitted.
PG Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.
PG-13 Parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.
R Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
NC-17 No one 17 and under admitted.
X Adults only
Y Adults only
NOTE: In some cases the OSD will show the function name as " Alternate Ratings U.S. " or "Downloaded
Ratings " , in both cases the operation is the same only name is different.
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Timers
Timers Video
Audio
Channel Manager
Select TIMERS to set your Clock, Sleep Timer, Event Locks
Timer and Day/Night Timer. Timers
Setup
Move SEL Select
1. Use the CURSOR buttons or to highlight the
function to be adjusted.
Timers
Set The Clock -- : -- AM PST
OR Set Sleep Timer 0:00
Set Day/Night Timer Not Set
Set Event Timer Not Set
Move SEL Return
Set The Clock

The Clock must be adjusted before you can use the Timers
SET EVENT TIMER or DAY/NIGHT TIMER feature. Set Sleep Timer 0:00
1. Use the CURSOR PAD , , , or CHANNEL Set Event Timer Not Set
Move SEL Select
UP/DOWN buttons to highlight the chosen TIME
ZONE settings.
On-Screen Display
2. Press the SELECT button to select. If you observe

daylight savings, use CURSOR PAD to highlight
DAYLIGHT SAVING CORRECTION and press the
Timers
SELECT button to select.
Set The Clock
OR Time Zone : PST

3. Use the CURSOR PAD , , , or CHANNEL Date
Time
:
:
Jan. 1 2005
-- : -- AM
UP/DOWN buttons to highlight the CURRENT TIME
❑ Automatically adjust clock
hour and minute), AM or PM, MONTH, DAY, and YEAR. for daylight savings changes.
Move SEL Return
4. Use the CURSOR PAD , to adjust settings.
5. Press the SELECT button to set the TIME AND DATE.
6. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select SET THE CLOCK to return to the previous menu.
NOTE: 1. When AUTOMATICALLY ADJUST CLOCK FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING CHANGES is checked ■ ✔, the
TV will automatically calculate the clock adjustment for Daylight Saving.
2. When the CableCARD is used, the TV will SET THE CLOCK automatically.
3. The TV counts electrical pulses for regulating the TIMERS. When the power cord is unplugged then
plugged in quickly, the clock is stopped momentarily and the TIME indication will become slow.
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Timers
Set Sleep Timer
Select this feature to set your SLEEP TIMER from 30 Timers
minutes to 3 hours (30 minute increments).
Set Sleep Timer 0:00
1. Press the CURSOR PAD repeatedly to set your Set Event Timer Not Set
Move SEL Select
Timer from 0:00, 0:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30 and
3:00.
Timers
Move SEL Set
Set Day/Night Timer

Select this feature to activate and set your TV’s Timers
Set The Clock -- : -- PST
DAY/NIGHT PICTURE MODE automatically. This
feature is not available until the clock is set. Set Day/Night Timer Not Set
Move SEL Select
1. Use the CURSOR PADS to highlight SET
DAY/NIGHT TIMER settings.
On-Screen Display
3. Use the CURSOR PADS to select DAY MODE ON

and to set it’s TIMER. Timers
Set Day/Night Timer
4. Use the CURSOR PADS to select DAY MODE OFF OR ❑ Activate

Day Mode On : 06:00 AM
and to set it’s TIMER. Day Mode Off : 06:00 PM
Move SEL Return
5. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select SET

DAY/NIGHT TIMER to return to the previous
menu.
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Timers
Set Event Timer
This function will automatically operate the Plasma TV
viewing reservation of a program. If the clock is not set,
you can not use this function and the screen below will
appear. The message on the screen will disappear after
Please Set Clock First
3 seconds, then the screen automatically goes to the
clock setup mode (see page 50).
1. Use the CURSOR PAD , to highlight EVENT 1,

EVENT 2, EVENT 3, EVENT 4 and then press the
Timers
SELECT button to select. Set The Clock -- : -- PST
2. Use the CURSOR PAD , or to highlight and Set Day/Night Timer Not Set
select START TIME HOUR/MINUTE. Move SEL Set
3. Use the CURSOR PAD , or to highlight and

select START TIME AM/PM.

select FINISH TIME HOUR/MINUTE.
Timers
Set Event Timer 4:11 PM
5. Use the CURSOR PAD , or to highlight and OR ❑ Event1 : -- : -- AM - -- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005
Cable -------
select FINISH TIME AM/PM. ❑ Event2 : -- : -- AM - -- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005
Cable -------
❑ Event3 : -- : -- AM - -- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005
6. Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight the MONTH. ❑ Event4 :
Cable -------
-- : -- AM - -- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005
Cable -------
7. Use the CURSOR PAD to select a MONTH or Move SEL Return
CURSOR PAD to select DAILY, WEEKLY -

On-Screen Display
SUNDAY TO MONDAY. Use the CURSOR PAD

to return to MONTH. Timers
Set Event Timer 4:11 PM
8. Use the CURSOR PAD , or to highlight and ❑ Event1 : -- : -- AM - -- : -- AM
Cable -------
Jan. 1 2005
select the DAY of the MONTH. ❑ Event2 : -- : -- AM - -- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005

Cable -------
❑ Event3 : -- : -- AM - -- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005
Use the CURSOR PAD , or to highlight and

Cable -------
9. ❑ Event4 : -- : -- AM - -- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005
Cable -------
select the YEAR.
Move SEL Return

select CABLE or AIR.
11. Use the CURSOR PAD , or or NUMBER buttons to set the channel the TV will tune into. A
✔ in the
box means it is enabled.
NOTE: 1. When the INFO button is pressed, the Event Timer Icon will only display the current date ON/OFF
timer.
2. The OFF TIMER will only activate if the TV was turned on by the ON TIMER and no channel
selection was made after this time. If you change the channel after the ON TIMER has been
activated, the OFF TIMER will deactivate.
3. If no remote control button is pressed after viewing reservation is activated, the TV will
automatically turn off after three hours. Therefore, do not SET EVENT TIMER for more than three
hours if you do not plan to control your television with the remote control.
CAUTION: Do not use your TV as a deterrent when away from home by using the ON and OFF
TIMERS. For safety, the TV should be turned off when you are away from home.
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Setup
Setup Video
Audio
Channel Manager
Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first Locks
time. Timers
Setup
Move SEL Select
1. Use the CURSOR PAD , , or to select the
sub-menu of your choice.
Setup
Set The Menu Options
OR Set The Screen Saver
Set The Inputs
Set The Closed Captions
Set The Output Terminals
CableCARD Information
Set The Quick Start Options
Reset The Software
Move SEL Select
Set The Menu Options Video

Audio
Setup the Language and background of the Menu Channel Manager
OSD. Locks
Timers
Set The Language

Setup
On-Screen Display
Power Swivel
This feature will allow you to select any one of three Move SEL Select
different languages for all on-screen displays.
1. Use the CURSOR PAD or to select the

language of your choice.
Setup
2. Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET THE MENU OR Set The Screen Saver
OPTIONS to return to previous menu. Set The Inputs

Reset The Software
Move SEL Select
Setup
OR Set The Language : English
Set The Menu Background : Shaded
Move SEL Return
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Setup
Set The Menu Background
This function allows you to choose from two menu Setup
backgrounds. Set The Menu Options
Set The Language : English
Use the CURSOR PAD or to highlight

Set The Menu Background : Shaded
1.
Move SEL Return
SET THE MENU BACKGROUND (SHADED OR
SOLID) of your choice. Use the CURSOR PAD
or to select shaded or solid.
2. Select SOLID for a black background (no picture

can be seen behind menu screen), select SHADED
and a light background is visible.
3. Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET THE MENU

OPTIONS to return to the previous menu.
Set The Screen Saver Setup

Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, OR Set The Screen Saver
stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, Set The Inputs
and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can cause Set The Output Terminals
permanent damage to the Plasma Television. Use the CableCARD Information
SCREEN SAVER feature to hide screen burn.
Reset The Software
Move SEL Select
1. Use CURSOR PAD or to highlight Screen

Saver’s Main Picture Moving and Image Power
options.
2. Use the CURSOR PAD or to select your Setup
Set The Screen Saver
choices. OR Main Picture Moving : Option 1
On-Screen Display
Image Power : Max

Option 1 Screen Wipe : Wipe
The whole picture will shift every 2 minutes by one Automatic Power Saving
pixel. Yes No
Move SEL Select
Option 2
The whole picture will shift every 10 minutes by one
pixel.
Option 3
The whole picture will shift every 20 minutes by one pixel.
Image Power
This function allows you to choose power consumption reduction based on 3 levels (min., medium and max).
Screen Wipe
If pattern mark occurs, use Screen Wipe (White Field Signal) for at least 10 minutes to refresh any damage that
may have occurred from a pattern mark. Screen Wipe can resolve pattern mark to a certain degree, if caution is
not used, permanent damage may occur. Use the cursor pad or to highlight Screen Wipe.
Press the SELECT button to start.
Press the EXIT button to return to normal viewing.
Automatic Power Saving

Use this feature to turn power off automatically when a video input signal is not detected for 15 seconds.
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Setup
Set The Inputs

Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video Setup
inputs. OR Set The Screen Saver
Set The Inputs
1. Press the CURSOR PAD , to highlight the video Set The Closed Captions
inputs.
2. Press the CURSOR PAD , to select your Reset The Software
choices. Move SEL Select
Setup
Set The Inputs
Input1 :
Input2 :
****
Input3 :
****
Input4 :
****
Auto Link :
****
Off
Input5 :
****
Move SEL Return
INPUT 4 Auto Link

Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and
tune to INPUT 4 when it detects a video signal to
INPUT 4.
1. Use the CURSOR PAD , , or to highlight and select the AUTO LINK setting of your choice.
Auto
When AUTO is selected, the TV will turn on and switch to INPUT 4 automatically, when the INPUT 4 input
device is turned on. This is convenient when you want to watch a movie with your VCR, laserdisc player, or
On-Screen Display
DVD player.
Remote
When REMOTE is selected, the TV will turn on and switch to INPUT 4 automatically when the INPUT 4 input
device is turned on and the VCR, laserdisc, or DVD play button on your remote control is pressed. This is
convenient when you want to record a movie with your VCR and watch it later.
Off
Select OFF to disable this function.
2. Press EXIT to quit menu or select AUTO LINK to return to previous menu.
NOTE: 1. Once the TV has been turned on using the AUTO LINK feature, it must be reset before AUTO LINK
is used again. To do this, turn your VCR, laserdisc, or DVD player OFF. This feature is now reset and
will turn on your TV as described above.
2. When using REMOTE mode, any remote control button will substitute for your video input device
play button. However, intended operation is for use with your VCR, laserdisc, or DVD play button.
3. If no remote control button is pressed after the TV is turned on by AUTO LINK, the TV will
automatically turn off after three hours.
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Setup
Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or
Setup
sound effects of a television program or home video Set The Menu Options
which are displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV OR Set The Screen Saver
Set The Inputs
program guide denotes these programs as or . Set The Closed Captions
1. Use the CURSOR PAD , , and to highlight CableCARD Information

and select the function to change. Reset The Software
Move SEL Select
2. Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET THE

CLOSED CAPTIONS to return to the previous menu.
Caption Display: Setup
ON/OFF will turn the display on or off. Set The Closed Captions
:
OR Caption Display : Off
AUTO will turn the display on when
Mute/Soft Mute is on. Analog Mode : Captions
Channel : 1
Digital Language : 1(Unknown)

Analog Captions: Font : Default
Set CAPTIONS for Analog programs. This Hitachi Size : Standard
Style : Standard
function will help choose and set available Move SEL Return
mode and channel.
Caption Mode:
CAPTIONS is for the program you are viewing.
TEXT is for additional information such as news reports or a TV program guide. This information covers
the entire screen and viewing the TV program is not possible. Text may not be available with every
program.
On-Screen Display
Channel:
1 is used for the primary language (usually English).
2 is sometimes used for a second language (may vary by region).
3 is sometimes used for a third language (may vary by region).
4 is sometimes used for a fourth language (may vary by region).
Digital Captions
Setup
Set captions for digital programs. This function
will help choose and set available language, Caption Display : Off
font, size and style of digital captions.
Analog Mode : Captions
Channel : 1
1. Use the CURSOR PAD , , or to highlight Digital Language : 1(Unknown)

and select desired DIGITAL CAPTIONS feature. Hitachi
Font
Size
:
:
Default
Standard
Style : Standard
2. Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET CLOSED Move SEL Return
CAPTION to return to the previous menu.
NOTE: 1. Some types of digital closed captions will not work with this TV.
2. Caption Display will not work when viewing a 480p, 720p, or 1080i input via the
COMPONENT: Y-PBPR inputs.
3. Digital Captions Font Style are sometimes different from the Font Style of Analog Captions.
4. Closed Caption and Digital Captions availability and content depends on the broadcaster. Closed
Caption is available when Closed Caption icon is displayed on screen.
5. Digital Captions will not be available (grayed out) when using analog channels.
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Setup
Setup
This feature will select the source of the Output
Terminal. OR Set The Screen Saver
Set The Inputs
Monitor: Set The Output Terminals
Select MONITOR to output the audio and CableCARD Information
video signals of the chosen input source
Reset The Software
(CABLE, AIR or INPUT 1-5) to a VCR or Move SEL Select
other A/V device.
TV Tuner Out:
Setup
Select TV TUNER OUT to output the audio Set The Output Terminals
and video signals of the last watched Antenna OR Video Out : Monitor
Audio Out : Fixed
Source (CABLE, AIR).
Move SEL Return
Fixed:
Select AUDIO OUT FIXED to have the Audio
at fixed volume.
Variable:
Select AUDIO OUT VARIABLE to have Audio volume that can be controlled by the Plasma TV Volume
Up/Down.
Video Out Audio Out Use
Monitor Fixed To record currently viewed Video and Audio.
Monitor Variable When an external device like a monitor
or Hi-Fi audio system is connected to the
audio and video output of the TV. You can
control the volume output by changing the
volume of the TV.
TV Tuner Out Fixed To record currently viewed Video and Audio
from either Cable or Air.
On-Screen Display
1. Use CURSOR PAD or to highlight the function to change
2. Use the CURSOR PAD or to select the function.
3. Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET THE OUTPUT TERMINALS to return to previous menu.
NOTE: 1. When TV TUNER OUT is selected, VARIABLE AUDIO OUT will not be available (grayed out).
2. When using MONITOR OUT for recording, set the VIDEO OUT to MONITOR.
MONITOR: Available Monitor Out Signals TV TUNER OUT: Available Monitor Out Signals
Input Mode Monitor Out Input Mode Monitor Out (TV Tuner Out)
S-Video Video L/R HiFi S-Video Video L/R HiFi
ANT Digital No Macrovision S-Video YES YES YES YES ANT Digital No Macrovision S-Video YES YES YES YES
(Air or Channel Macrovision S-Video - - - YES (Air or Channel ANT ANT ANT ANT
Cable) Analog Channel Video - YES YES YES Cable) Macrovision S-Video - - - YES
Input 1 HDMI_1 - - - YES ANT
S-Video_1 YES YES YES YES Analog Channel Video - YES YES YES
Video_1 - YES YES YES ANT ANT ANT
Input 2 HDMI_2 - - - YES Input 1 HDMI_1 Y-PbPr YES YES YES YES
S-Video_2 YES YES YES YES S-Video_1 ANT ANT ANT ANT
Video_1 digital
Video_2 - YES YES YES
Input 2 HDMI_2 Y-PbPr only
Input 3 Y-PbPr_3 - - - YES
S-Video_2
Video_3 - YES YES YES
Video_2
Input4 Y-PbPr_4 - - - YES
Input 3 Y-PbPr_3
Video_4 - YES YES YES Video_3
Input 5 HDMI_5 - - - YES Input4 Y-PbPr_4
Y-PbPr_5 - - - YES Video_4
Video_5 - YES YES YES Input 5 HDMI_5 Y-PbPr
Y- PbPr_5
Video_5
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Setup
Video
After the CableCARD has been successfully installed, Audio
you can access CableCARD Information menu in the Channel Manager
SETUP menu of the On-Screen Display. Locks

Timers
Follow the instructions below to access the CableCARD Setup
Information menu. Power Swivel

Move SEL Select
1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to
access the Main Menu screen.
2. Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight SETUP in
the Main Menu and press the SELECT button.
3. Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight CableCARD Setup
Information and press the SELECT button. OR Set The Screen Saver
Set The Inputs
4. To view the CableCARD ID and Host ID, use the
CURSOR PAD to highlight CableCARD Info and Set The Output Terminals
press the SELECT button. CableCARD Information
Reset The Software
NOTE: The Diagnostics Info. window is for
Move SEL Select
Service use only.
THINGS TO CHECK WHEN USING THE

Setup
CableCARD / CableCARD Services
Select the button below to acess

CableCARD ID and Host ID.
1. Check that the CableCARD is properly inserted in
CableCARD Info.
the CableCARD slot. Select the button below to access
OR CableCARD and Host Diagnostics.
Diagnostics Info.
2. Remove the CableCARD by pressing
Move SEL Return
and pulling the CableCARD straight out.
On-Screen Display
3. Visually inspect the CableCARD to ensure all pin-

holes are in good condition, with none blocked or In order to start cable service
for this device, please contact
damaged. your cable provider
CableCARD(tm): 123-456-789-1
Host: 123-456-789-1
4. Make sure the CableCARD is re-inserted in the Data: 123-456-789-1
correct direction, then slowly push until it is fully Unit Address: 123-456-789-1
seated in the slot.
5. When the CableCARD is installed, note all screen Press EXIT to return
messages that appear (“CableCARD Installed”,
“Acquiring Data”, “CableCARD is not Installed”).
If the “CableCARD Installed” message does not
appear when card is installed, check the TV’s card
slot and CableCARD pins for obstructions or
damage.
6. If problems still remain, please contact your Cable

Service Provider.
NOTES:
1. When a CableCARD is installed, Auto
Channel scan will not be needed
because the channel list is automatically
loaded to the TV's channel memory.
2. The TV will take several seconds to
detect and recognize the presence of the
CableCARD. This process must be
completed before any CableCARD
information or Channel listings is
accessed.
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Setup
Setup
This feature will select QUICK START UP options. Set
this feature to ON to have the TV tune channels (both OR Set The Screen Saver
Analog and Digital) quickly when first turning the TV on. Set The Inputs
Set this feature to OFF to save electricity. Selecting ON Set The Output Terminals
for the QUICK START UP feature will activate the TV CableCARD Information
tuners circuits when the TV is in “standby mode” which
Reset The Software
is commonly referred to as “off”. This will allow you to Move SEL Select
quickly tune to channels when first turning the TV on.

Digital signals often change and this feature will
monitor any changes and prepare the television to
quickly present a picture. A small amount of electricity Setup
is used to continually monitor signals when this feature
Select ON to have the TV tune
is selected. channels quickly at 1st turn on.
Select OFF to save electricity

Off On
Move SEL Select
Reset The Software

Setup
This feature shows software information and easy Set The Menu Options
upgrade procedure. This function allows the TV OR Set The Screen Saver
Set The Inputs
software to be upgraded by using a flash card (MMC
CARD). If a future software upgrade is required for your Set The Output Terminals
TV, HITACHI will notify and provide you with a flash CableCARD Information
On-Screen Display
card. In order to receive written notification and the Reset The Software
flash card, please complete and return the warranty Move SEL Select
card.
1. Insert MMC CARD

Setup
Reset The Software
2. Press the CURSOR PAD or to highlight OR Software Version # : Main Vxxxx.xxxx
UPGRADE NOW. MMC Software Upgrade
Upgrade Now
Please Insert MMC card before upgrading.
3. Press the SELECT button to select and start Reset TV Settings
upgrading. No Yes
(Select "Yes" to return all settings to the factory
default after main power OFF/ON.)
4. Unplug the AC power cord when the UPGRADE is Move SEL Return
complete.
NOTE: Any power interruption during the upgrade

process will cancel the upgrade. When this
happens, repeat the upgrade procedure.
Reset TV Settings
This function allows you to Reset all TV Settings to the
original factory settings on all modes duriong the next
power on/off.
1. Use CURSOR PAD , to highlight functions.

2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD to
select Reset The Software.
3. Use the CURSOR PAD to access at the Reset
softkey.
4. Press the SELECT button to Reset the TV Settings.
NOTE: If YES is selected, ALL TV MENU SETTINGS will be reset to the original factory settings on all
modes during the next power on/off.
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Equipment Care and Troubleshooting
DO DO NOT
Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Do not clean your screen with strong cleaners, polishes
or a chemically treated cloth.
Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm
water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be Do not place rubber or vinyl products or cellophane
used if the screen is extremely dirty. tape on your Plasma Television.
Place your Plasma Television away from extreme heat, Avoid repeatedly touching the screen.
humidity, and extremely dusty places.
Do not subject the remote control to shocks such as
Remove the plug from the wall outlet if your Plasma dropping it on the floor, etc. This may cause damage to
Television will not be used for a long period of time, for the precision parts.
instance, when you go on vacation.
Avoid placing the remote control in a high humidity
place or getting it wet. Do not leave it on or near a
heater. Excessive heat or moisture may cause the unit
to fail.
When the batteries run down, remote control operation

will become erratic or become unresponsive. Replace
the old batteries with two new “AA” size batteries. Do
not use an old battery with a new battery.
Exposing the screen to direct sunlight for a long period

of time or heat may cause damage to the plasma
screen.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Your HITACHI Plasma Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect
against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage power surges.
IF YOUR TELEVISION SHOULD APPEAR TO HAVE A LOSS OF POWER, PLEASE FOLLOW THIS
PROCEDURE:
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power cord back in.
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Press the POWER
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Poor reception on some channels

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Television. Poor color
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Reception Problems
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. Ghosting may also be caused by defects in the antenna system such
as unshielded leads or connecting several sets to the same antenna without
using multiple antenna couplers.
SNOW:
If your receiver is located in the fringe area of a television station where the
signal is weak, your picture may be marred by the appearance of small dots.
When the signal is extremely weak, it may be necessary to install a special
antenna to improve the picture.
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE:

• RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE:
The interference produces moving ripples or diagonal streaks, and in some
cases, causes loss of contrast in the picture.
• PREVENTION OF AN OBSTACLE TO RADIO RECEIVERS
This television has been designed pursuant to the FCC class B Rules. This is to prevent a problem to Radio
receivers. If this television causes a problem to Radio receivers, then take the following steps:
- Keep the television away from Radio.
- Adjust Radio antennas in order for the television not to receive interference.
- The antenna cable of Radio should be kept away from the television.
- Use a coaxial cable for antenna.
Useful Information
You can check if this television influences Radio receivers by turning off all other equipment other than the television.
If you find a problem receiving Radio when using the television, check the instructions mentioned above.
BLOCK NOISE (DIGITAL INPUT):

Fuzzy blocks may appear in some area or the whole area of the screen. This is
usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps,
electrical drills, ghosting of the image and weak signals.
BLACK SCREEN:
When using an antenna, weak signals will display a black screen. It may be
necessary to upgrade your antenna.
NOTE: The TV set can generate sound distortion in external devices such as a radio. Please separate radio
equipment from the TV set to a considerable distance. 61

Troubleshooting
No. Items Notes
A buzzing sound may be heard when the plasma television is turned on in a very quiet
1 Buzzing sound from Plasma
room. This is due to the plasma panel drive circuit when it is functioning. The buzzing
display panel.
sound is normal and is not a malfunction.
2 Some infrared rays are emitted from the plasma television panel that might affect the
Infrared interference operation of other infrared controlling equipment.
High precision technology is used to manufacture the plasma television. But there
3 Bright and dark spots maybe points that do not illuminate, points that are too bright, and points with color
different from that of the periphery. Please note that this is not a malfunction.
4 In some cases, residual images may remain after the short term display of still images
Picture Image when the picture changes.
The plasma display panel display images by means of electrical discharges inside the
Display panel surface
5 panel. This may cause the temperature of the panel surface to increase. Please note that
temperature is too high. this is not a malfunction.
6 A reinforced glass filter is installed over the plasma panel surface. A strong impact to
Plasma Surface the front panel risk a danger of glass breakage.
Please transport the plasma television in it's packing box and placed in an upright
7 Transportation position. Do not transport the plasma television in a horizontal position. This increases
the posibility of panel breakage and pixel failure.
8 When a screen is seen at point-blank range, a random fine grain may be visible in the
Granular spots dark areas of the picture.
High temperature High temperature affect the electric discharge/luminescence characteristic of the PDP
9
environment panel. Do not place the plasma television in high temperature environments.
10 Operation Operating altitude: 800 to 1,114hPa (6,194ft to -2,484ft). Operating temperature: 41˚F
to 95˚F.
11 Storage Storage altitude: 300 to 1,114hPa (31,912ft to -2,484ft). Storage temperature: 5˚F to
140˚F
12 Power ON or OFF Repeatedly turning the plasma television Power ON and OFF at short intervals may
result in failure of the television.
13 Lip sync The on-screen motion of an actor's lips or other moving object may not
be in sync with the associated audio heard from the TV's speakers. This
is caused by timing differences in the broadcast signal or DVD content
and is not caused by a defect in the television.
Useful Information
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Useful Info
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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
FCC Information
This device complies with part15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions :
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not
expressly approved by Hitachi America ,Ltd. Home Electronics Division may void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Cables
Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to
maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
Any cables that are supplied with the system must be replaced with identical cables in order to assure
compliance with FCC rules. Order Hitachi spares as replacement cables.
Note
This Plasma Television receiver will display television closed captioning, ( or ), in accordance with
paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.
INDUSTRY CANADA AGENCY REGULATORY INFORMATION
Useful Information
Cable Compatible Television Apparatus- Tèlèvision câblocompatible, Canada.
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Features and Specifications
Features: Audio:
• New Easy-to-Use On-Sc reen Menu Control (3 • MTS Stereo/SAP
Language) • Bass Boost
• Downloadable V-Chip • Surround Sound
• Preprogrammed Remote Control • 36W
• Power Management: ON/OFF via signal detection • Soft Mute (50%)
• Picture Enhancement
• Input Signal Identification Supplied Accessories:
• CableCARD compatible - Contact your local cable • Remote Control
operator for mor e information • Batteries
• HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)(High • 6' AC Cable
Bandwidth Digital Content Protection V1.1 • Table Top Stand (42" models only)
Compatible) • Ferrite Core (55" models only)
• Technology Optional Accessories:

• For U.S. Models: Please access our website:
Video: www.hitachi.us/tv
• 1024 x 1080 Display Resolution (42")
1366 x 768 Display Resolution (55") INPUTS/OUTPUTS
• ALiS (Alternate Lighting of Surfaces Technology) • Wideband Component Y, Pb,Pr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
• High-Contrast Pur e-Color Glass Shield • Composite Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
• Wide Viewing Angle: 160° • S-V ideo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
• 3 Color Temperature Presets: High, Standard , • Antenna (RF) Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Medium. • Audio Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Multiple Screen Fill Modes • Monitor Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(4:3 Standard/Expanded/Zoom1/ • Optical Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Zoom2/16:9 Standar d1/Standard2/Zoom) 1 • CableCARD Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• 4MB 10-bit 3D Y/C Comb Filter • Upgrade Card Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Picture Modes (Day-Normal, Day-Dynamic and Night)
• HDMI. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Inputs:
• Power Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AC 120V, 60Hz
• Power Consumption
- Refer to rear panel at the back of the Plasma SPECIFICATIONS
Monitor •Pixel Pitch . . 0.90(horiz.) x 0.485(vert.) mm. (42")
• Antenna input impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Ohm . . . . . . . . 0.90(horiz.) x 0.90(vert.) mm. (55")
• Channel coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191ch. •FCC class: . . . . . . . . . . . . B for Consumer Use
VHF-Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ~ 13 •Power Requirements: . . . . . . . . 108-132VAC, 60Hz
UHF-Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ~ 69 1
Screen mode availability varies by input format
CATV Mid Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5 ~ A-1
Useful Information
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-I HDTV Televisions display HDTV only when an HDTV source is available.
Super Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J-W
Hyper Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W+1 - W+28 All specifications, weights, and dimensions are subject to change without
Ultra Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W+29 - W+94 prior notice. Please access www.hitachi.com/tv for detailed specifications
and dimensions for custom installations.
• Television System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NTSC Standard
ATSC Standard (8 VSB, 64-QAM, 256-QAM) UltraVision Digital is a registered trademark of Hitachi Home Electronics
(America), Inc.
• Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm
• S-Video
Luminance (Y) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm
㪚㪦㪧㪰㪩㪠㪞㪟㪫㩷㪺㩷㪈㪐㪐㪐㪄㪉㪇㪇㪍㩷㪤㪦㪥㪫㪘㪭㪠㪪㪫㪘㩷㪪㪦㪝㪫㪮㪘㪩㪜㪃㩷㪠㪥㪚㪅㩷㪘㪣㪣㩷㪩㪠㪞㪟㪫㪪㩷㪩㪜㪪㪜㪩㪭㪜㪛㪅
Chrominance (C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.286Vp-p, 75 Ohm
• Component Video
Luminance (Y) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
Chrominance (PB/P R) . . . . . . . . . . . 0.7Vp-p, 75 Ohm LLC.
• Audio input Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270k Ohm
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the
• Average input level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 470mVrms double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (19 PIN)
Outputs:
• Video 1.0Vp-p. 75 Ohm
• Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470mVrms, 1k Ohm
64 • Optical Out (Digital Audio) . . . . . .1 Optical Connector

Set Dimensions
42 Inch Models (Includes Table Top Stand) Weight (lbs./kg): 88/39.8
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Units A B C D E F G H I J K L M N
Inches 44-5/8 4-1/8 4-1/8 28-1/16 25-1/2 19-1/8 15-1/2 12-15/16 36-7/16 20-11/16 4-1/4 11/16 3-9/16 14-3/8
MM 1134 104 104 713.2 648 485.3 393.2 328 926 526.6 108.5 18 90.5 365
55 Inch Models (Plasma Television Only) Weight (lbs./kg): 151/68.4
Useful Information
Units A B C D E F G H I J K L M N
Inches 59-7/16 5-7/16 5-7/16 33-1/16 16-5/8 48-9/16 27-3/8 11/16 3-1/2 4-3/16
MM 1510 138 138 840 422 1234 696 24 94.9 118.9
65

Hitachi
Service Hotline
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
1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244)
HITACHI AMERICA, LTD. HITACHI CANADA, LTD.

HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION
HITACHI has made every effort to assure you hours of Should you have any questions regarding warranty,
trouble free operation from your unit. However, should service, operation, or technical assistance, please
you require service, a network of HITACHI Authorized contact:
Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states
and Puerto Rico. Each facility will provide you with In Canada: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244)
convenient and expedient assistance. Our service
hotline operator will direct you to the HITACHI Monday – Friday (EST).........................9:00am – 7:00pm
Authorized Service Facility nearest you. Just present Saturday (EST) .....................................9:00am – 5:00pm
proof of purchase and/or delivery receipts to the
Hitachi Authorized Service Facility, and service will be Look for your French Manual on the outside of the
rendered in accordance with the terms of the limited box. If the manual is missing, call 1-800-HITACHI
warranty as stated on your warranty card or operating (1-800-448-2244) for a copy.
guide.
Useful Information
Should you have any questions regarding warranty, Pour de plus amples renseignements sur le service
service, operation, or technical assistance, please durant la période couverte par la garantie, sur le
contact: fonctionnement ou pour de l’assistance technique
communiquez avec:
Hitachi America, LTD.
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OPERATING SYSTEM LICENSE INFORMATION
This HITACHI TV incorporates certain open source operating system software distributed under the GNU
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Appendixes
Appendix A:
Picture Format for Each Input Source
Aspect Specifications
Yes : Selectable No : Un - Selectable
Input Auto Aspect Aspect
S ignal As pect V ideo ID 16:9 16:9 16:9 4:3 4:3 4:3 4:3
Standard 1 Standard 2 Zoom Standard Ex panded Zoom 1 Zoom 2
ANT V ideo NT S C No 4x3 Y es No Ye s Y es Ye s Y es Y es
Analog
ANT Y C BC R 480p No 16x 9 Y es No Ye s No Ye s No No
Digital 480i No 4x3 No No No Ye s Ye s Y es Y es
Y P BP R 1080i/720p No 16x9 Y es Ye s Ye s No Ye s No No
Input 1 HDMI 1080i/720p No 16x9 Y es Ye s Ye s No Ye s No No
480p Auto ON 16x 9 Y es Initial No Ye s No No No No
480i Letter No No No Ye s Y es Ye s Initial Ye s
4x3 No No No Ye s Y es Initial Y es Ye s
No Info Y es No Ye s Y es Ye s Y es Y es
Auto OF F No Ye s No Ye s Y es Ye s Y es Y es
Video NTSC Auto ON 16x 9 Y es Initial No Ye s No No No No
S -V ideo Letter No No No Ye s Y es Ye s Initial Ye s
No ID Y es No Ye s Y es Ye s Y es Y es
Input 2 HDMI 1080i/720p No 16x9 Y es Ye s Ye s No Ye s No No
No Info Y es No Ye s Y es Ye s Y es Y es
S -V ideo Letter No No No Ye s Y es Ye s Initial Ye s
Input 3 Y P BP R 1080i/720p No 16x9 Y es Ye s Ye s No Ye s No No
Appendixes
Auto OF F No
No Signal No No
Letter No No No Ye s Y es Ye s Initial Ye s
Auto OF F No
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Appendixes
Aspect Specifications
(Continuation) Yes : Selectable No : Un - Selectable
Input Auto Aspect Aspect
S ignal As pect V ideo ID 16:9 16:9 16:9 4:3 4:3 4:3 4:3
Standard 1 Standard 2 Zoom Standard Ex panded Zoom 1 Zoom 2
Input 4 Y P BP R 1080i/720p No 16x 9 Y es Y es Y es No Ye s No No
480p Auto ON 16x9 Y es Initial No Ye s No No No No
480i Letter No No No Ye s Ye s Y es Initial Y es
4x3 No No No Ye s Y es Initial Ye s Ye s
No ID Y es No Ye s Y es Ye s Ye s Y es
Auto OF F No
No Signal No No
V ideo NT S C Auto ON 16x9 Y es Initial No Ye s No No No No
Letter No No No Ye s Ye s Y es Initial Y es
Auto OF F No
Input 5 HDMI 1080i/720p No 16x9 Ye s Y es Y es No Ye s No No
480i
No Info Y es No Ye s Y es Ye s Ye s Y es
Auto OF F No Ye s No Ye s Y es Ye s Ye s Y es
Y P BP R 1080i/720p No 16x9 Ye s Y es Y es No Ye s No No
480i
Auto OF F No
No Signal No No
V ideo NT S C Auto ON 16x9 Y es Initial No Ye s No No No No
Auto OF F No
Appendixes
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Index
A TV Ratings (Canadian - French) . . . . . . . . .48

Alternate Ratings
. U.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Accessories, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Antennas (Connecting), . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 M
Aspect Ratio, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25, 38
Audio Menu Preference
Bass Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Background . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Audio Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Monitor Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Auto Noise Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
N
B Noise Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 P
Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Black Enhancement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Perfect Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Black Side Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Picture Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Picture-in-Pictur e (PIP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28-30
CableCARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 R
Caution and Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Channel Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-43 Remote Control
Auto Channel Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-27
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Programming Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31-34
Closed Captions Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Color Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 S
Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Screen Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Contrast Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
E Connecting External Speakers . . . . . . . . . .41
Internal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Event Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Split Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
External Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-22 Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
F T
Favorite Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50-52

Freeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,30 Tint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Treble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
H
HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16,20 V
I Video Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37-39
Input Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26,55
L
Language
Menu Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..53
Locks
Index
Change Access Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Channel Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Front Panel Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Movie Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
TV Ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
TV Ratings (Canadian - English) . . . . . . . . .47
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