Hitachi 42PD3200 User manual

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User Guide
Manual de Instrucciones
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Contents
Remote Control Buttons ......................... 2
PLASMA TV ............................................. 3
Preparation ............................................. 5
Features ............................................... 5
Panel Features .................................... 5
Safety Precautions ................................. 5
Before Switc ing On Your TV ................ 8
Power Connection ............................... 8
Connections To The Aerial Input Socket ... 8
How To Connect Other De ices ........... 8
Inserting Batteries In The Remote
Control Handset ................................... 8
Switc ing T e TV ON/OFF ...................... 8
To switch the TV on: ............................. 8
To switch the TV off: .............................. 8
Initial Settings ......................................... 9
Initial APS (Automatic Programming
System) ................................................ 9
Operating T e TV .................................... 9
Operating with the buttons
on the TV set ........................................ 9
Operating With Remote Control .......... 9
Menu System ........................................ 10
Picture menu ...................................... 10
Sound menu ...................................... 11
Feature menu ..................................... 12
Install menu ....................................... 14
Program menu ................................... 14
Source menu ..................................... 15
PC Mode ................................................ 16
Installation .......................................... 16
Menu System in PC mode ................. 16
PC Picture Position Menu .................. 16
PC Picture Menu ................................ 16
Sound Menu ....................................... 17
Feature Menu ..................................... 17
Source Menu ...................................... 17
Sound in PC mode ............................ 17
Ot er Features ...................................... 17
TV Status ............................................ 17
Mute Indicator ..................................... 17
PIP and PAP modes ........................... 17
Freeze Picture .................................... 18
Zoom Modes ...................................... 18
Teletext .................................................. 19
To Operate Teletext ............................ 19
To Select A Page Of Teletext ............... 19
To Select Index Page ......................... 19
To Select Teletext With A TV
Programme ........................................ 19
To Select Double Height Text ............. 19
To Re eal Concealed Information ... 19
To Stop Automatic Page Change ....... 19
To Select A Subcode Page ................. 19
PAT (Picture and Text) ......................... 20
To Exit Teletext .................................... 20
To Display The Time .......................... 20
Fastext ................................................ 20
Connect Perip eral Equipment ........... 20
Via The Scart ...................................... 20
Via Aerial Input .................................... 20
Decoder.............................................. 20
TV And Video Recorder ...................... 21
Playback NTSC .................................. 21
Copy Facility ....................................... 21
Search For And Store The Test Signal
Of The Video Recorder ...................... 21
Camera And Camcorder .................... 21
Connect The Decoder To The Video
Recorder ............................................ 21
Connecting Headphones .................. 21
Connecting Subwoofer ...................... 21
Aerial Connection ................................. 22
Tips ........................................................ 23
Specifications ....................................... 24
Appendix A: PC Input Typical Display
Modes .................................................... 25
Appendix B: DVD Player Selection ...... 26
Appendix C: Main and PIP-PAP
Picture Combinations .......................... 27
UK Guarantee ........................................ 28
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Remote Control Buttons
= Stand by On/Off
= Picture Mode
= Equalizer Sound Mode
= Surround Mode
= Input Source
= Program Information
= Sound Mode
= Sleep Timer
RED / = PAT (Picture and Text)
GREEN / = Subtitle page in TV mode
YELLOW / = Select acti e window
in PIP mode
BLUE = Only used in Teletext mode
= Menu On/Off
= Go back to pre ious menu
a
P+ = Programme Up / Cursor Up
_
= Volume Down / Cursor Left
OK = Enter
`
= Volume Up / Cursor Right
b
P- = Programme Down / Cursor Down
= Mute On/Off
= Freeze On/Off
= Aspect ratio
0 - 9 = Digit buttons
= Teletext On/Off
= PIP / PAP / TV
= PIP position
= Sub page
/ = Time / Update
= Hold
= Index Page

= Expand

= Re eal

= Mix
*** These buttons can control most Hitachi DVD Players
and Recorders. Please see P26 for details of how to
operate with other brands.
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PLASMA TV
FRONT VIEW
REAR VIEW
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On/Off switch
Volume Up, Volume Down buttons
Prog. Up, Prog. Down buttons
MENU button
TV/AV button
Power cord input
S-VHS Input
Video Input
Audio Inputs
Headphone
Audio Line Outs
Subwoofer Out
Scart 3 (EXT-3)
PC Audio Input
Aerial
Scart 2 (EXT-2)
Scart 1 (EXT-1)
HDMI Input (EXT-6)
Component Audio Inputs
Component Video (YPbPr) Inputs
VGA Input
EXT-5 EXT-4
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Preparation
For entilation, lea e a space of at least 10
cm free all around the set. To pre ent any
fault and unsafe situations, please do not
place any objects on top of the set.
Use this apparatus in tropical and/or moder-
ate climates.
Features
 Remote controlled colour tele ision.
 100 programmes from VHF, UHF bands or
cable channels can be preset.
 It can tune cable channels.
 Controlling the TV is ery easy by its menu
dri en system.
 It has 3 Scart sockets for external de ices
(such as ideo, ideo games, audio set,
etc.)
 3DS Virtual Surround Sound
 Stereo sound system (German+Nicam).
 Full function Teletext .
Fastext (1000 Pages), TOP text.
 Headphone connection.
 Direct channel access.
 A.P.S. (Automatic Programming System).
 All programmes can be named.
 Forward or backward automatic tuning.
 Sleep timer.
 Child Lock.
 Automatic sound mute when no transmis-
sion.
 NTSC Playback.
 AV in and S-VHS in are a ailable.
 It has VGA connector for external de ices
such as computer.
 It has an HDMI connector for Digital Video
and Audio. This connection is also de-
signed to accept High Definition signals.
 It has PIP / PAP / PAT functions.
 AVL (Automatic Volume Limiting)
 TV Picture in PC
 When no alid signal is detected, after 5
minutes the TV switches itself automatically
to stand-by mode.
 PLL (Channel Search)
 PC Input (Support up to 1024 x 768)
 Stereo PC Audio Input
 Plug&Play for Windows 9X, ME, 2000, XP
 3D Comb Filter
 Audio Line Out
Panel Features
 42-inch PLASMA display.
 High resolution (852x480)
 Contrast ratio (10000:1 typical)
 Brightness (typical) 1500 cd/m2.
 Display colour 16.7 Million.
Safety Precautions
MPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION ON OPERATING
YOUR TV
Dos and Donts
DOs
This Tele ision has been designed and manu-
factured to meet international safety standards,
but like any electrical equipment, care must be
taken if you are to obtain the best results and
safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you
attempt to use the equipment.
DO consult your dealer if you are in any doubt
about installation, operation or safety of your
equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on
equipment.
This TV is supplied with a fitted mains plug.
This plug must not be cut off as it may contain
a special radio interference filter, the remo al
of which could lead to impaired performance.
If you wish to extend the lead, obtain an appro-
priate safety appro ed extension lead or con-
sult your dealer.
Obser e the manufacturers instructions when
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connecting extension leads to the TV. Check
the fuse rating on the new plug, this should be
fitted with a 5 Amp fuse which conforms to ei-
ther ASTA or BSI (BS1 362) appro als, these
are easily identifiable by either the or
symbols. If you are in any doubt about the in-
stallation of an extension lead, please consult
a competent electrician.
DONTs
DONT continue to operate the equipment if
you are in any doubt about it working normally,
or if it is damaged in any way switch off, with-
draw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DONT place water filled essels on top of T.V.
cabinets.
DONT remo e any fixed co er as this may ex-
pose dangerous oltages.
DONT lea e 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 switch
on the equipment and make sure your family
know how to do this. Special arrangements
may need to be made for infirm or handi-
capped people.
DONT use equipment such as personal ste-
reos or radios so that you are distracted from
the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to
watch tele ision whilst dri ing.
DONT obstruct the entilation of the equipment,
for example with curtains or soft furnishings.
O erheating will cause damage and shorten
the life of the equipment.
DONT use makeshift stands and NEVER fix
legs or stands to the TV with any screws other
than those pro ided - to ensure complete safety
always use the manufacturers appro ed stand
with the fixings pro ided.
DONT allow electrical equipment to be ex-
posed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
 NEVER let anyone, especially children
push anything into holes, slots or any
other opening in the case - this could re-
sult in a fatal electric shock.
 NEVER guess or take chances with elec-
trical equipment of any kind - it is better to
be safe than sorry
1. Power Source
The recei er should be operated only from a
220-240V AC, 50 Hz. outlet. Ensure you se-
lect the correct oltage setting for your con e-
nience.
. Power Cord
The power supply cord should be placed so
that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon them or against it. Pay
particular attention to cord where it enters
the plug, power outlet, and the point where it
exits from the recei er.
3. Moisture and Water
Do not use this equipment in a humid and
damp place (a oid the bathroom, the sink in
the kitchen, and near the washing machine).
Do not expose this equipment to rain or wa-
ter, as this may be dangerous and do not
place objects filled with liquids on top. A oid
from dripping or splashing.
4. Cleaning
Before cleaning, unplug the recei er from
the main supply, outlet. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners. Use soft and dry cloth.
5. Ventilation
The slots and openings on the recei er are
intended for entilation and to ensure reli-
able operation. To pre ent o erheating,
these openings must not be blocked or co -
ered in anyway.
6. Lightning
In case of storm and lightning or when go-
ing on holiday, disconnect the power cord
from the wall outlet.
7. Replacement Part
When replacement parts are required, be sure
the ser ice technician has used replacement
parts which are specified by the manufacturer
or ha e the same specifications as the origi-
nal one. Unauthorised substitutions may re-
sult in fire, electrical shock, or other hazards.
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The Plasma TV is a ery high techology
product gi ing you fine picture details. Occa-
sionally, a few non-acti e pixels may remain
still on the screen. Long-time unmo ing still
pictures may cause permanent shade effect
on the screen and e en the picture has been
changed, its influence lasts as ghost pic-
ture. This ghost effect may disturb the user
e en though it will diminish in the course of
time. To pre ent this, don't lea e still pictures
for example teletext pages or frozen pictures
on the screen for a long time. Please note
that this does not affect the performance of
your product.
DO NOT LEAVE YOUR TV AT STAND-BY
OR OPERATING WHEN YOU LEAVE YOUR
HOUSE
8. Servicing
Please refer all ser icing to qualified per-
sonnel. Do not remo e co er as this may re-
sult in electric shock.
9. Naked Flame Sources
Do not place naked flame sources on the
apparatus.
WARNING: When the device is not in use
for a long time, disconnect from power.
Instructions for waste disposal:
 Packaging and packaging aids are recy-
clable and should principally be recycled.
Packaging materials, such as foil bag, must
be kept away from children.
 Battery, including those which is heavy
metal-free, should not be disposed of with
household waste. Please dispose of used
battery in an environmentally sound man-
ner. Find out about the legal regulations
which apply in your area.
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Before Switching On Your TV
Power Connection
IMPORTANT: The TV set is designed to op-
erate on 220-240V AC, 50 Hz.
 After unpacking, allow the TV set to reach the
ambient room temperature before you con-
nect the set to the mains.
Connections To The Aerial Input
Socket
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 Connect the aerial or cable TV plug to the
Aerial input socket located at the rear of the
TV and connect the cable plug coming out
from the TV out socket located on the de-
ices (VCR, DVB etc.) to this socket as well.
How To Connect Other Devices
IMPORTANT: Switch off the TV before con-
necting any external de ice.
Sockets for external connections are at the
rear side of the TV. For connection of other
de ices ia Scart refer to the manuals of the
related de ices.
Inserting Batteries In The Remote
Control Handset
 Remo e the battery co er located on the
back of the handset by gently pulling down-
wards from the indicated part.
 Insert two AA/R6 or equi alent type batteries
inside. Place the batteries in the right direc-
tions.
 Replace the battery co er.
NOTE: emove the batteries from remote
control handset when it is not to be used for
a long period.Otherwise it can be damaged
due to any leakage of batteries.
Switching The TV O /OFF
To switch the TV on:
Your TV will switch on in two steps:
1- Connect the power supply cord to the sys-
tem. Press On/Off switch   at the bottom
right side of the TV. Then the TV switches it-
self to stand-by mode and the led on the
front of the TV becomes Red.
2- To switch on the TV from stand-by mode
either:
Press a digit button on the remote control so
that a programme number is selected,
or,
Press the " " or " " button at the bottom of
the TV or press the P- or P+ button on
the remote control, so that last mode
switched off is selected.
By either method the TV will switch on and
the led becomes green.
To switch the TV off:
 Press the  (stand-by) button on the re-
mote control, so the TV will switch to stand-
by mode and the GREEN LED will become
RED.
To power down the TV completely, press
On/Off switch  ,
or,
Unplug the power cord from the mains
socket.
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Initial Settings
Initial APS (Automatic Programming
System)
The following menu will be displayed on the
screen when you turn your TV on for the first
time. APS, searches and sorts all channels
and stores them automatically on your TV,
according to the transmission of
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After APS is finalized, the programme table
will appear on the screen. In the programme
table you will see the programme numbers
and names assigned to the programmes.
If you do not accept the locations and / or the
programme names of programmes, you
can change them from the Program Menu.
(See page 15)
Operating The TV
You can operate your TV using both the re-
mote control handset and the buttons on the
set.
Operating with the buttons on the
TV set
Volume setting and programme selection
can be made by using the buttons on the
control panel at the bottom of the TV.
Volume Setting
Press the -  button to decrease olume
or the  + button to increase olume, so
a olume le el scale (slider) will be dis-
played at the bottom of the screen.
Programme Selecting
Press the  button to select the next
programme or the  button to select the
pre ious programme.
Entering T e Menu
Press the MENU button on the control
panel at the bottom of the TV to enter the
menu.
 /  and  + / -  buttons on the TV
are used as na igation buttons in menu.
AV Mode
Press the AV button on the control panel
at the bottom of the TV to switch your TV to
EXT modes.
Operating With Remote Control
The remote control handset of your TV is de-
signed to control all the functions of your TV.
The functions will be described in accor-
dance with the menu system of your TV.
Functions of the menu system are de-
scribed in Menu System section.
Volume Setting
Press the button to increase olume.
Press the button to decrease olume. A
olume le el scale (slider) will be displayed
at the bottom of the screen.
Programme Selecting
(Pre ious or next programme)
 Press the P- button to select the pre ious
programme.
 Press the P+ button to select the next
programme.
Programme Selecting (direct access):
Press digit buttons on the remote control
handset to select programmes between 0
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