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1 USERS MANUAL Thank you very much for purchasing the HITACHI PDP TV. Before using your TV , please carefully read the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and this USERS MANUAL so you will know how to operate the PDP TV properly. Keep this manual in a safe place. You will find it useful in the future. Notes on Installation Work: This product is marketed assuming that it is installed by qualified personnel with enough skill and competence. Always have an installation specialist or your dealer install and set up the product. HITACHI cannot assume liabilities for damage caused by mistake in installation or mounting, misuse, modification or a natural disaster. Note for Dealers: After installation, be sure to deliver this manual to the customer and explain to the customer how to handle the product. HITACHI MODEL 42PD6000TA
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
15. Televisions are designed to comply with the recommended
safety standards for tilt and stability.
Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front, or top, of
the cabinet which could cause the product to overturn
resulting in product damage and/or personal injury.
16. Follow instructions for wall, shelf or ceiling mounting as
recommended by the manufacturer.
17. An outdoor antenna should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electrical circuits.
18. Under no circumstances remove the rear cover of your PDP
TV.
Never guess or take any chances with electrical equipment
of any kind - it is better to be safe than sorry!
19. After the PDP TV has been on for any length of time, you will
notice that the screen becomes warm. Please note that this
is normal.
Sometimes the screen might have some tiny bright or dark
spots. Please note that this is normal.
20. To prevent scratches or damages to the Plasma screen, do
not knock or rub the surfac e with sharp or hard objects.
Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened with warm
water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if
the screen is extremely dirty. Do not use harsh or abrasive
cleaners!
21. Use a soft cloth to clean the cabinet and control panel of the
PDP TV. When excessively soiled dilute a neutral detergent
in water, wet and wring out the soft cloth and afterward wipe
with a dry soft cloth.
Never use acid/alkaline detergent, alcoholic detergent,
abrasive cleaner, powder soap, OA cleaner, car wax, glass
cleaner, etc. especially because they would cause
discoloration, scratches or cracks.
Read before operating equipment
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television.
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.
8. Do not install near any heat
sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety pu rpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacem ent of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been 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 exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
This product contains lead. Dispose of this product in accordan ce with applicable environmental laws. For product recycling and
disposal information, contact you local government agency.
Do not place any objects on the top of the television which may fall or cause a child to climb to retrieve the objects.
PREVENTION OF SCREEN BURN
Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock mark et quotations, computer generated graphics, and other fixed
(nonmoving) patterns can cause permanent damage to television receivers. Such “SCREEN BURNS” constitute misuse and are
NOT COVERED
by your HITACHI Factory Warranty.
PUBLIC VIEWING OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL
Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from other sources, may require
prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material.
HITACHI MODEL 42PD6000TA
ENGLISH 3 FEATURES Large-screen, high-definition plasma display panel The 42-inch color plasma display panel, with a resolution of 1024 (H) x 1024(V) pixels, creates a high-definition, large-scr een (aspect ratio : 16:9) and low-profile flat display. Free from electromagnetic interferences from geomagnetic sources and ambient power lines, the panel produces high-quality display images free from color misconvergence and display distor tion. High Performance Digital Processor A wide range of input signals can be handled, including composite, component, and HDMI. High Definition Digital Pr ocessor creates the fine-textured image with dynamic contrast. In addition, it corresponds to a broad array of personal computer signals, from 640 x 400 and 640 x 480 VGA to 1280 x 1024 XGA. (PC RGB Input) Easy-to-use remote control and on screen display system T he remote control included eases the work of setting display controls. Further, the on-screen display system, displays the status of signal r eception and display control settings in an easy-to-view fashion. Power saving system The power saver feature saves power consumption automatically when input signals are not available. When connected to a VESA DPMS-compliant PC, the PDP TV cuts its power consumption while it is idle. Connecting to an Audio Visual Device • One S-Video terminal, one composite terminal, one component terminals, a HDMI terminal and a PC RGB input terminal have been added. • A video output terminal is also provided as a monitoring output. • A wide range of devices can also be connected besides personal computers. Options TV stand or wall mount HITACHI MODEL 42PD6000TA
4 CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS …………2 FEATURES ........................... ..........................3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...............................5 IMAGE RETENTION OF PLASMA DISPLAY ..9 COMPONENT NAMES.....................................10 Main Unit ...............................................................................10 Remote control ....................................................................11 Loading Batteries ..............................................................11 Handling the Remote Control............................................11 Function Buttons.........................................................12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......... .......17 Installation.............................................................................17 Connecting to an Audio Visual Device..............................18 Connecting to a PC..............................................................22 Power Cord Connection .......................................................23 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.......................24 Turning Power On and Off ..................................................24 Input Switching ....................................................................25 Volume Adjustment .............................................................25 Audio Mute ..........................................................................25 Input Signal Scr een Display ................................................26 Using the Menu Scr een (On-screen display system) ........27 Video Menu...........................................................................28 Image Menu.........................................................................29 Audio Menu ..........................................................................30 Language Menu ...................................................................30 System Menu .......................................................................31 OTHER FUNCTIONS ..................... ................34 Audio Switching ...................................................................34 Signal Check .....................................................................35 Power Save Mode .................................................................36 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................37 Symptoms That Seemingly Appear to be Failures .............37 Actions to Corr ect Abnormal Displays .................................39 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .................. ......40 Recommended Si gnal List ...................................................41 Notes about This Manual • The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. • While meticulous care has been taken in the preparation of this manual, you are requested to notify your dealer or us should you have any comments, vi ews or questions about our product. • Fully understand the prerequisites to using the produc t, such as hardware and software specifications and constraints, in using the product. We are not held liable for damages caused by improper handling of the product. • Reproduction of this manual in whole or in part without our prior written permission is prohibited. • The product names mentioned in this manual may be tr ademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. HITACHI MODEL 42PD6000TA
5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This PDP TV has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards, but like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtai n the best results and safety is to be assured. Before using this product, please read and understand the Sa fety Instructions thoroughly to ensure correct usage, and follow all the instructions. About the Symbols Various symbols are used in this manual, the user’s manual a nd on the product itself to ensure correct usage, to prevent danger to the user and others, and to prevent property dam age. The meanings of these symbols are described below. It is important that you read these descriptions thoroughly and fully understand the contents. This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling. This symbol indicates information that, if ignor ed, could result possibly in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling. Typical Symbols This symbol indicates an additional warning (including caut ions). An illustration is provided to clarify the contents. This symbol indicates a prohibited action. The contents will be clearly indicated in an illustration or nearby (the symbol to the left indicates that disassembly is prohibited). This symbol indicates a compulsory action. The contents will be clearly indicated in an illustration or nearby (the symbol to the left indicates that the power pl ug should be disconnected from the power outlet) Never use the PDP TV if a problem should occur. Abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor, no image, no sound, excessive sound, damaged casing, elements, cables, penetration of liquids or foreign matter, etc. can cause a fire or electrical shock. In such case, immediately turn off the power switch and then disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. After making sure that the smoke or odor has stopped, contact your dealer. Never attempt to make repairs yourself because this could be dangerous. Do not insert liquids or foreign objects. Penetration of liquids or foreign objects could result in fire or electrical shock. Use special caution in households where children are present. If liquids or foreign objects should enter the television, immedi ately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact your dealer. • Do not place the television in a bathroom. • Do not expose the television to rain or moisture. • Do not place flower vases, pots, cups, cosmetics, liq uids such as water, etc on or around the television. • Do not place metals, combustibles, etc on or around the television. Never disassemble or modify the PDP TV. The television contains high voltage components. Modifi cation could result in fire or electrical shock. • Never remove any fixed cover. Do not give the PDP TV any shock or impact. If the television should be shocked and/or brok en, it could result in an injury, and continued use could result in fire or electrical shock. If the glass panel is broken or damaged, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact your dealer. Do not place the PDP TV on an unstable surface. If the television should be dropped and/or brok en, it could result in an injury, and continued use could result in fire or electrical shock. • Do not place the television on an unstable, slant or vibrant surface such as a wobbly or inclined stand. Do not obstruct the ventilation of the PDP TV. If the ventilation is obstructed during the o peration of the television or just after switching off the power, it could result in damage and shorten the lifespan of your television due to overheating. Make sure there is ample ventilation. • Keep a space of 100mm (10cm) or more between the sides, rear and top of the television and other objects such as walls. • Do not place anything around ventil ation openings of the television. • Never block ventilation openings. • Do not put the LCD panel side up. • Do not cover the television with a tablecloth, etc. • Do not place the television on a car pet or bedding, or near a curtain. Use only the correct power outlet. Incorrect power supply could result in fire or electrical s hock. Use only the correct power outlet depending on the indication on the television and the safety standard. • The enclosed power cord must be used depending on the power outlet to be used. WARNING Disconnectthe plug from the power outlet. Do not disassemble. HITACHI MODEL 42PD6000TA
6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) About the Symbols (continued) Be cautious of the power cord connection. Incorrect connection of the power cord could result in fire or electrical shock. • Do not touch the power cord with a wet hand. • Check that the connecting portion of the power cord is clean (with no dust), before using. Use a soft and dry cloth to clean the power plug. • Insert the power plug into a power outlet firmly. Av oid using a loose, unsound outlet or contact failure. • Do not cut off the fitted power plug, the removal of wh ich could lead to impaired performance. If you wish to extend the lead, obtain an appropriate ext ension lead or consult your dealer. • Should you require replacing the fuse in the molded plug with a new fuse, then please replace with new one of the same value, type and approval as the original. Ensure the fuse cover is returned to its original position. Be sure to keep safety ground connection. Connect the ground terminal of AC inlet of this televi sion with the ground terminal provided at the power outlet using the enclosed power cord. If the provided plug d oes not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Be careful in handling the power cord and external connection cables. If you keep using a damaged the power cord or cables, it c an cause a fire or electrical shock. Do not apply too much heat, pressure or tension to the power cord and cables. If the power cord or cables are damaged (exposed or broken core wires, etc.), contact your dealer. • Do not place the television or heavy objects on the po wer cord and cables. Also, do not place a spread, cover, etc, over them because this could result in the i nadvertent placing of heavy objects on the concealed power cord or cables. • Do not pull the power cord and cables. When connecting and disconnecting the power cord or cables, do it with your hand holding the plug or connector. • Do not place the cord near the heater. • Do not touch the power plug just after disconnecting it from the power outlet to prevent electric shock. • Do not touch the power plug when lightening is close to you. • Avoid coiling the power cord and bending it sharply. • Protect the power cord from being walked on, pinched par ticularly at plugs, conveniences receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. • Do not modify the power cord. Be careful in handling the battery of the remote control. Incorrect handling of the battery could result in fire or personal injury. The battery may explode if not handled properly. • Keep the battery away from children and pets. If sw allowed consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment. • Do not allow the battery to be exposed to fire or water. • Avoid fire or high-temperature environment. • Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers. • Keep the battery in a dark, cool and dry place. • Do not short circuit the battery. • Do not recharge, disassemble or solder the battery. • Do not physically impact the battery. • Use only the battery specified in the manual of this television. • Make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly aligned when loading the battery. • If you observe a leakage of the battery, wipe out the liquid and then replace the battery. If the liquid adheres your body or clothes, rinse well with water. • Obey the local laws on disposing the battery. WARNING Surelyconnect the ground wire. HITACHI MODEL 42PD6000TA
ENGLISH 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) About the Symbol s (continued) Be careful in moving the PDP TV Neglect could result in an injury or damage. • Do not move the television during use. Before moving, disconnect t he power plug and all external connections. • You are advised to move the television with two persons. • Avoid any impact or shock to the television; particularly take care of glass screen. Do not put anything on top of the PDP TV. Placing anything on the television could result in loss of balan ce or falling, and cause an injury or damage. Use special caution in households where children are present. Avoid a humid or dusty place. Placing the television in a smoke, a highly humid, dusty place, oily soot or corrosive gas could result in fire or electrical shock. • Do not place near the kitchen, a humidifier or other place where there is oil, smoke or humidity. Avoid a high temperature environment. The heat could have adverse influence on the television and ot her parts, and could result in transformation, melting or fire. • Do not place the television, the remote control and other part s in direct sunlight or near a hot object such as heater, etc. • Do not put the television in a place wh ere the temperature is widely changing. Remove the power cord for complete separation. • For safety purposes, disconnect the power cord if the television is not to be used for prolonged periods of time. • Before cleaning, turn off and unplug the television. Ne glect could result in fire or electrical shock. Installation environment Do not obstruct a ventilation hole. Do not put the television on carpet or bl anket, or near a curtain which has a possibili ty of obstructing a ventilation hole of the television. Do not put the television in the following places. • Hot places such as near heater, place exposed to the direct rays of the sun. • A place where the temperature is widely changing. • Places with soot, dust or high humidity. • Poor air ventilation place. • Place near fire. • A wet place such as bathroom, or shower room. • Place where you can trip over it. • Always vibrating or strongly vibrating places. • Distorted or unstable places. How to view the PDP TV If you use the television in too dark a room, your eyes may become tired. Please use it in a reasonably bright room. Avoid direct rays of the sun to the screen in order to prevent eye fatigue. Your eyes will get fatigued after viewing the telev ision for long period of time. Relax your eyes by viewing away from the television from time to time. Please watch the television in downward direction. Note on image retention The plasma PDP TV illuminates phosphor to display images. The phosphor has a finite illumination life. After extended periods of illumination, the brightness of the phosphor will be degraded to such extent that stationary images would burn-in that part of the screen as grayed-out images. Tips to prevent such image retention are: • Do not display images having sharp brightness differences or high-contrast images, such as monochrome characters and graphic patterns, for long. • Do not leave stationary images appearing for long, but try to re fresh them at appropriate intervals of time, or try to move them using screen saver function. • Turn down the contrast and brightness controls. How to clean the plasma screen panel of the PDP TV Before cleaning the televi sion, turn off the television and disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. To prevent scratching or damaging the LCD scr een face, do not knock or rub the surface with sharp or hard objects. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened with warm water and dry with a so ft cloth. If it is not enough, then use a cloth with mild detergent. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. How to clean the cabinet of the PDP TV Use a soft cloth to clean the cabinet and cont rol panel of the television. When excessively soiled dilute a neutral detergent i n water, wet and wring out the soft cloth and afterward wipe with a dry soft cloth. Never use acid/alkaline detergent, alcoholic detergent, abrasive cleaner, powder soap, OA cleaner, car wax, glass cleaner, etc. especially because they would cause di scoloration, scratches or cracks. CAUTION PRECAUTIONS Disconnectthe plug from the power outlet. HITACHI MODEL 42PD6000TA
8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) About the Symbol s (continued) Prevention of an obstacle to Radio receivers This television has been designed pursuant to the internatio nal EMI standards. This is to prevent a problem to Radio receivers. • 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. 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 televi sion, check the instructions mentioned above. Precautions for the cable connection • Do ensure that all connections, (including the power plug, extension leads and interconnections between the pieces of equipment), are properly made and in acco rdance with the manufacturers instructions. Switch off and withdraw the power plug before making or changing connections. • Confirm the connector is fixed tightly when the signal cable is connected. Also confirm the screws on the connector are tightened. • Plug the power cord of the television into a different so cket from that for other equipment, such as Radio etc. • Use a plug with ground terminal and make sure that it connects to the ground. Precaution during transportation Please pay attention when you transport th is television because it is heavy. Furthermore, use the original carton box and its packaging materi als when the television is transported. Failure to transport the television in any carton except the original carton may resu lt in damage to the television. Save the original carton box and all packing material. Do not physically impact the remote control. A physical impact could cause damage or malfunction of the remote control. • Take care not to dr op the remote control. • Do not place heavy objects on the remote control. Avoid strong rays. Any strong rays (such as direct sun rays or room lighting) onto the remote control sensors could invalidate the remote control. Avoid radio interference. Any interfering radiation could cause distorted images or noises. • Avoid radio generator such as a mobile tel ephone, transceiver, etc. around the television. Set the sound volume at a suitable level. It is better to keep the volume level low and close the windows at night to protect the neighborhood environment. Precautions for the installation • Do not use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws - to ensure complete safety, always fit the manufacturers approved stand or legs with the fi xings provided according to the instructions. • Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specif ied by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/appara tus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. • This product is designed to comply with the recommended sa fety standards for tilt and stability. Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front, or top, of the cabinet that coul d cause the product to overturn resulting in product damage and/or personal injury. • Follow instructions for wall, shelf or ceili ng mounting as recommended by the manufacturer. • Only use the attachments/accessor ies specified by the manufacturer. • Consult your dealer if you are in any doubt about installation, operation or safety of your equipment. Other precautions • Do not leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch off using the swit ch on the equipment and show your family how to do this. Make special arrangements for infirm or handicapped people. • Disposal of this product may require specific instructions pertaining to your resident region. • Never guess or take any chances with electrical equi pment of any kind - it is better to be safe than sorry! HITACHI MODEL 42PD6000TA
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IMAGE RETENTION OF PLASMA DISPLAY
There are different characteristics that result in panel image retention depending on how the plasma display is
used. Situations and effective usage methods related to ghosting are provided below.
Image retention characteristics of a plasma display The image retention phenomenon of a plasma panel occurs due to partial phosphor degradation arising from partial character and
figure display.
For example, when the character image as shown in Fig. A at the
right is
continuously displayed for a long period of time, the only
part of the phosphor
(Red, Green, Blue) that will degrade will be
the color of the applicable character display por
tion.
Consequently
, when a white image is displayed on the entire
screen as shown in Fig. a, the character marks displayed up to
that time will
become a color difference visible to the eye, but the
phosphor will never bur
n.
5¾Fig. A 5¿ 5¾Fig. a 5¿
■ The degree of image retention is proportional to the brightness of the characters and figures displayed as well as the display time.
• The tendency of the phosphor is to degrade more the
brighter the characters
and figures are displayed. When
images of figures with dif
ferent levels of brightness, as
shown in Fig. B, ar
e continuously displayed for a long
period
of time, it becomes easier for image marks at
locations when the brighter
figures are displayed to be
noticeable.
5¾Fig. B 5¿ 5¾Fig. b 5¿
* The image retention images in this document are exaggerated for the purpose of explanati on. The actual manner in which the image
retention is seen differs depending on the operation time and brightness.
Methods to Reduce the Occurrence of Image Retention
• Lower the Contrast and Brightness settings of the plasma display as much as possible.
A function is provided in the display that controls the brightness of the screen to reduce degradation of the panel. Using this function
makes it
possible to reduce image retention.
• Set the PDP TV to a “Move Screen” display.
Move Screen function works to reduce image retention when displaying images on the four corners, such as TV station logos and
clock display
.
(Settings can be made using Move Screen from Function MENU shown on 31 .)
• Using in combination with moving images
Since the degradation of the fluorescent material progresses comparatively uniform for moving images, the occurrence of partial
image
retention can be controlled. We recommend to use in combination with moving images such as a DVD.
* Please be car
eful since image retention will occur if display is left in PIP display state for a long period of time.
*
Television broadcasts include images displayed fo r long periods of time in which the left and right or top and bottom of the image
ar
e cut and broadcast station name or time are displayed for a long period of time at the same portion of the screen. Image retention
in these
portions can be expected to occur, so please be aware.
Notes
About screen defects
• High precision technology is used in the making of plasma panels but there may be dark spots (points that do not illuminate) and
bright
spots (points that are too bright) in some cases. These do not indicate a malfunction.
About residual images
• In some cases, residual images may remain after the short-term display of still images and another image is displayed, but
th
ese will disappear and return to normalcy. This is not a malfunction.
About the panel screen
• Plasma displays display images by means of electrical dischar ges inside the panel. Because of this, the temperature of the panel
sur
face may rise in some cases. Also, plasma displays are made of finely processed glass. A reinforced glass filter is installed over
the panel sur
face but avoid strong impact because there is still danger of glass breakage.
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Control panel
External device connection terminals
COMPONENT NAMES
Main Unit
• Adjustment buttons are
located on the bottom.
• The front bezel is provided
with indications to distinguish
the adjustment buttons.
• The main power switch is located at the back, on
the right side.
* Input terminals from 18 to 22.
Front
Indicating lamp 24
① POWER
② CHANNEL S/UP S
③ CHANNEL T/DOWN T
④ VOLUME X/RIGHT X
⑤ VOLUME W/LEFT W
⑥ INPUT /EXIT
⑦ MENU/ENTER
• Normal button action/Button action when MENU engaged
Remote-control 11
receiver
Main power switch
24
Caution when moving the main unit• As this product is heavy, whenever it is moved, two people
ar
e required to transport it safely.
• Whenever the unit is moved it should be lifted forwards using the two handgrips at the back, and the unit should
then be held at the base on both sides for stability
.
Rear
Main power switch
24
Power cord Power cord connector
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