Hitachi L32S504 LCD HDTV User Manual

							Thank you for purchasing this Hitachi product. Please read these instruc\
tions carefully. 
For additional assistance please call 800.Hitachi (800.448.2244) or vi\
sit our website at www.hitachi.us/tv.  
Keep this owners guide for future reference.
Record the model name and serial number of your LCD Television for future reference.This information is located on the back and right side of the television\
.
MODEL NAME. ________________________   SERIAL NO. ___________________________
TABLE OF CONTENTS
HDMI, the HDMI  logo and High-Definition  Multimedia Interface
are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Manufactured  under license  from Dolby  Laboratories. Dolby  and
the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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S R S T ru Sur ro u nd  H D™ creates an immersive, feature-rich
surround sound experience from two speakers, complete 
with rich bass, high frequency detail and clear dialog.   
     ® Series LCD Flat Panel HDTV
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................\
....................... 2-5
FIRST TIME USE ...............................................................\
.................................................... 6-17
THE REMOTE CONTROL .......................................................................\
............................ 18-27
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY .......................................................................\
................................. 28-41
USEFUL INFORMATION ...................................................................\
.................................. 42-48
LIMITED WARRANTY .......................................................................\
........................................ 49
END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE .............................. 50-54
APPENDIXES ............................................................................................................................ 55
INDEX ..................................................................\
...................................................................... 56
Revision 020310  
						

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Important Safety Instructions
 To the CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-44 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies  that  the  cable  ground  shall  be  connected  to  the  grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI LCD TELEVISION
Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of Hitachi LCD televisions.
Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety 
tips which will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your Hitachi 
LCD television.
The  lightning  flash  with  arrowhead  symbol,  within  an  equilateral triangle,  is  intended  to  alert  the  user  to  the  presence  of  uninsulated “dangerous  voltage”  within  the  product’s  enclosure  that  may  be  of  a sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to a person.
The  exclamation  point  within  an  equilateral  triangle,  is  intended  to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.\
NOTE
READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this LCD 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 purpose 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  replacement  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 the apparatus, the 
apparatus  has  been  exposed  to  rain  or  moisture,  does  not operate normally, or has been dropped.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. If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against  voltage  surges  and  built  up  static  charges.  Section 810  of  the  National  Electric  Code, ANSI/NFPA  No.  70-1984, provides  information  with  respect  to  proper  grounding  for  the mast  and  supporting  structure,  grounding  of  the  lead-in  wire to  an  antenna  discharge  unit,  size  of  grounding  connectors, location  of  antenna  discharge  unit,  connection  to  grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Power sourceThis LCD television is designed to operate on 120 volts 60 Hz, AC current. Insert the power cord into a 120 volts 60 Hz outlet. The mains plug is used as the disconnect device and shall remain readily operable.\
To  prevent  electric  shock,  do  not  use  the  LCD  television’s  (polarized)  plug  with  an  extension  cord,  receptacle,  or  other  outlet  unless  the blades and ground terminal can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposu\
re.Never connect the LCD television to 50 Hz, direct current, or anything other than the specified voltage.This television’s factory default settings as shipped meet ENERGY STAR requirements.Please see the Energy Options section of this owners guide for more ener\
gy saving tips.
CAUTION
Never  remove  the  back  cover  of  the  LCD  television  as  this  can  expose  you  to  very  high  voltages  and  other hazards. If the television does not operate properly, unplug the LCD television and call your authorized dealer or service center. Adjust  only  those  controls  that  are  covered  in  the  instructions,  as  improper  changes  or  modifications  not expressly approved by Hitachi could void the user’s warranty.      
						

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Important Safety Instructions
Warning
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
• The LCD television should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should 
be placed on the television. 
• This apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protec\
tive earthing connection.
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 materia\
l.
This  product  incorporates  copyright  protection  technology  that  is  protected  by  U.S.  patents  and  other  intellectual  property  rights.  
Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized, and is intended for home and other limited payper-view uses only unless 
otherwise authorized. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Lead/Mercury Notice
This  product  contains  lead  and  one  or  more  non-replaceable  mercury  backlights.  Do  not  put  in  trash.  Recycle  or  dispose 
of  according  to  applicable  laws.  For  product  recycling  and  disposal  information,  contact  your  local  government  agency  or  
visit www.eiae.org (in USA) or www.epsc.ca (in Canada). FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 800.HITACHI.
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 foll\
owing 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 hel\
p.
 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. 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.
This LCD Television receiver will display television closed captioning, (  or  ), in accordance with paragraph 15.119 and 15.122 of 
the FCC rules.
Declaration of Conformity 
This device complies with part 15 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.
For questions regarding this declaration, contact:
Hitachi America, Ltd.
900 Hitachi Way
Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556
Tel. 800.448.2244(800.HITACHI)
ATTN: Customer Relations
• VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
• VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.
• HDMI,  the  HDMI  logo  and  High-Definition  Multimedia  Interface  are  trademarks  of  registered  trademarks  of  HDMI  Licensing  LLC  in  the 
United States and other countries.
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Important Safety Instructions
Congratulations on your purchase!  
As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tips on mind:
HITACHI CARES!
• The consumer electronics industry is commited to making home      
 entertainment enjoyable and safe.
• Please note the American Academy of Pediatrics discourages television      
 viewing for children younger than two years of age.
• The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend and    
 larger flat displays are popular purchases. However, flat panel displays    
 are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the   
 manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Flat Panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dresser, bookcases,   
 shelves, desks, speakers, chest or carts may fall over and cause injury. 
TUNE INTO SAFETY
• One size does NOT fit all. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations 
for the safe installation and use of your flat panel display.
• Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for proper use o\
f 
this product.
• Don’t allow children to climb on or play with furniture and televisio\
n sets.
• Don’t place flat panel displays on furniture that can easily be used as 
steps, such as a chest of drawers.
• Remember that children can become excited while watching a program, 
especially on a “larger than life” flat panel display. Care should be taken 
to place or install the display where it cannot be pushed, pulled over, or 
knocked down.
• Care should be taken to route all cords and cables connected to the flat 
panel display so that they cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children.
WALL MOUNTING: IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL 
MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANEL DISPLAY, ALWAYS: 
• Use a mount that has been recommended by the display manufacturer 
and/or listed by an independent laboratory (such as UL, CSA, ETL).
• Follow all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers.
•  If you have any doubts about your ability to safely install your flat panel 
display, contact your retailer about professional installation.
• Make sure that the wall where you are mounting the display is appropriate. 
Some wall mounts are not designed to be mounted to walls with steel 
studs or old cinder block construction.  
If you are unsure, contact a professional installer.
• A minimum of two people are required for installation. Flat panel displays 
can be heavy.  
						

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PRECAUTIONS AND REMINDERS
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Do  not  place  the  unit  on 
uneven  surfaces,  this  may 
drop or damage the unit, it may 
also cause personal injury.
Unplug  immediately  if  any 
foreign  materials  falls  into  the 
TV or if the TV fell down.
Do  not  cover  or  block  any 
vents  and  openings  of  the  TV. 
Inadequate  ventilation  may 
shorten  the  life  of  the  display 
unit and cause overheating.
Unplug  immediately  if  there  is 
a  malfunction  on  the  TV  like 
no  picture,  no  video/audio  or 
if there is smoke and bad odor 
coming from the TV.
Do not open the TV cabinet.Avoid  direct  sunlight,  dusty, 
high  humidity  and  smokey 
locations. 
Do not throw any objects inside 
the TV like metals, coins or any  
other flammable materials. 
Remember  to  unplug  the  AC 
cord  from  the AC  outlet  before 
cleaning.  Do  not  use  liquid 
cleaners or aerosol cleaners to 
clean the display.
Do not place the TV in confined 
spaces  or  inside  a  box  when 
the TV is operating.
Make  sure  to  unplug  the  unit 
when  not  in  use  for  a  long 
period of time (days).  
Do not place the TV near water, 
such  as  a  bathtub,  shower 
rooms,  kitchen  sink,  laundry 
tub  or  swimming  pool.  Avoid 
liquid  containers  on  top  of  the 
unit.
Notice for Remote Control
Avoid dropping the unit.Avoid liquids on it.Avoid aerosol cleaners.
Do not pick up or handle the TV 
from where the TV connects to 
the  stand.  Injury  may  occur  if 
the TV  is  picked  up  or  handled  
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Accessories
Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing o\
f the packing material.
For optional accessories, please access our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv
• 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 panel. This LCD television product is designed 
for a maximum tilting angle of 45 degrees from vertical.
• Please see page 8 for important information related to wall mounting.
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT
The remote control operates on 2 “AAA” batteries.
1. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing and pulling it in the direction of 
the arrow. 
2. Insert two new “AAA” size batteries for the Remote Control. When replacing old batteries, 
push them towards the springs and lift them out.
3. Match the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartm\
ent.
4. Insert  the  bottom  of  the  battery,  the  (-)  side,  into  the  battery  compartment  first,  push 
towards the springs and insert the top of the battery, the (+) side, into place. Do not force 
the battery into the battery compartment.
5.   
Close the battery cover making sure the tabs rest in the corresponding holes and push 
down the cover until it clicks shut.
 “AAA” Size
       Batteries (2) Power Cord Remote Control Unit 
       CLU-4997S 
    (Part No. HL02567)
• Do  not  insert  batteries  with  ‘+’  and  ‘-’  polarities  reversed  as  this  may  cause  the  batteries  to  swell  or  rupture 
resulting in leakage.
• Never mix used and new batteries in the device.  
• Replace all the batteries in the device at the same time.
• Remove the batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for an extended period of time.
• The batteries (batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION
CAUTION
 Owners Guide
 Easy Graphic Guide
Thank you for purchasing this Hitachi product. Please read these instructions carefully. 
For additional assistance please call 800.Hitachi (800.448.2244) or visit our website at www .hitachi.us/tv.  
Keep this owners guide for future reference.Record the model name and serial number of your LCD  T elevision for future reference.
This information is located on the back and right side of the television\
.
MODEL  NAME. ________________________   SERIA L NO. ___________________________
T ABLE OF CONTENTS
HDMI,  the HDMI  logo and High-Definition  Multimedia Interface
are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.Manufactured  under license  from Dolby  Laboratories. Dolby  and
the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
     ® S eri es L CD F la t P an el H DTV
IMPOR TANT  SAFET Y INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................. 2-\
4
FIRST  TIME USE ................................................................................................................... 5-17\
THE REMOTE CONTRO L ................................................................................................... 18-27
ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y .......................................................................\
................................. 28-41
USEFUL  INFORMA TION ...................................................................\
.................................. 42-48
LIMITED W ARRANTY ............................................................................................................... 4\
9
END USER LICENSE  AGREEMENT  FOR HITACHI DTV SOFT WARE .............................. 50-54
APPENDIXES ............................................................................................................................ \
55
INDEX ......................................................................................................................... ............... 56
Revision 02031032” (T4x12: Part No. Q1G940-12-47)
42” (M6x12: Part No. OM1G1760 12225 CR3)
32” (Part No. A34T1051 & A15T0643)
 Stand Screws (4) 
 Stand Base
42” (Part No. A34T0982-11-01 & A15T0646-101)       
						

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7
• Do  not  block  the  ventilation  holes  of  the  LCD       
Television.  Blocking  the  ventilation  holes  might 
cause overheating and damage.
• In  case  of  an  abnormal  symptom,  unplug  the  AC 
cord and contact 800.HITACHI.
• If  you  purchased  a  wall  mount  bracket, 
please  ask  for  professional  installation.  
Do not try to install by yourself.
• Install  the  unit  at  a  proper  area  where  it  does  not 
expose anyone to any danger of hitting themselves 
(For  example:  their  hands,  head  or  face,  etc.) 
against  the  edge  of  the  unit  that  could  cause  
personal injury.
Power Cord Installation
The  Power  cord  provided  with  your  new  LCD Television  needs  to 
be  installed  correctly  to  avoid  its  disconnection  when  rotating  the 
TV on its Table Top Stand.
Located on the back of the TV there is one plastic clamp to hold the 
Power cord. Please follow the instructions below.
1. Pass the Power cord through the clamp and connect it to the TV.
2. Close the clamp to fix the Power cord to the TV.
3. All the cables connected to the TV will be held by this clamp.
AC Wire Clam p
Securing to a Wall
1. Use  a  metallic  wire  (two  locations)  to  fasten  the  set  to  the 
clamping screw on the rear of the LCD TV as shown below.
2. Keep the LCD television 4 inches away from the wall, except 
when  mounted  using  the  wall  mount  bracket,  and  secure  to 
the wall as shown below:
Wire
Clamp
ScrewWire
How To Install Your New Hitachi LCD Television
ASSEMBLY OF THE BASE
IMPORTANT:  
The base of the LCD TV must be assembled prior to use.
1. Place  the  TV  unit  face  down  on  a  soft  and  flat  surface 
covered  by  a  blanket,  foam,  cloth,  etc.  to  prevent  any 
damage or scratches to the LCD TV.
2.  Carefully align and insert the Base to the TV stand post.
3. Insert  the  screws  included  with  the  accessories  to  the 
bottom of the base and tighten the base to the stand.
Caution when moving the main unit
As this product is heavy, whenever it is moved, at least two people 
are  required  to  transport  it  safely.  Whenever  the  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  from the corners, then support 
the top frame as shown below. 
Please use caution when handling the left and right bottom 
corners of the TV, as these areas protrude slightly from the TV’s 
frame. Handle this area with care to avoid damaging the unit and 
the possibility of personal injury.
Location
Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not 
fall directly on the picture screen. If so, drapes or screens can be 
used to reduce the reflection. 
Also,  be  sure  that  the  location  selected  allows  a  free  flow  of 
air  to  and  from  the  perforated  back  cover  of  the  set.  In  order  to 
prevent  an  internal  temperature  increase,  maintain  a  space  of  10 
cm  (4  inches)  from  the  sides/back  of  the  Television,  and  30  cm 
(12  inches)  from  the  top  of  the  television  to  the  ceiling.  To  avoid 
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.
10 cm 
(4 inches) 30 cm (12 inches)
10 cm
(4 inches)
  
Take the following precautions to prevent the LCD Television from tipping over and possibly causing injury. It is important to mount the unit on a stable and flat surface.
NOTES
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How To Install Your New Hitachi LCD Television
WALL MOUNTING SETUP 
STEP (1) : REMOVE THE STAND BASE FROM THE LCD TELEVISION
In order to remove the stand from the TV safely, please put the TV set on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc.) to prevent 
any damage; then remove the screws as shown below (For model L42S504, there is one more screw under the cover) to separate the 
TV from the Table Top Stand. Now the Stand can be separated from the TV. Useful dimensions for the WALL MOUNT assembly are 
illustrated on page 46 and 47.
(a)(b) (b)
(a)4 Screws ((a) M4 and 
(b) tapping screws).
 
Do not mix please.
L32S504 L42S5041 Screw (M4). 4 Screws (M4).
Stand Base
Although this LCD Display Panel can be installed using a variety of third party wall mounting brackets/devices, 
such  third  party  brackets/devices  have  not  been  tested  or  approved  by  Hitachi  for  use  or  compatibility  with 
this LCD Display Panel. Accordingly, Hitachi accepts no responsibility or liability for any injuries or property 
damage  resulting  from  the  use  of  such  third  party  brackets/devices.  Hitachi  strongly  advises  that  any 
installation of this LCD Display Panel using wall mounting brackets/devices  be performed only by a qualified and experienced television 
installation technician who has completed a thorough evaluation of: 
a) the weight-bearing strength and stability of the intended wall mount surface; and
b) the weight-bearing strength and compatibility of the intended wall mount brackets/device.
STEP (3) : TIPS TO CONSIDER FOR THE LOCATION OF THE LCD TELEVISION.
 The  screw  type  :Thread  ISO  M6  (Metric type, do not use Standard type). 
 For  Wall  Mount  assembly,  please  refer  to  the  Installation  Manual  of  the Wall Mount Unit.
  Insertion length (B) of the screws must be within 8.5~10.5 mm. If the length is less than 8.5 mm, the TV's 
weight  cannot  be  maintained.  If  the  length  is  more  than  10.5  mm,  a  space  is  created  between  the  Wall 
Mount Bracket and the LCD Television. This insertion length is very important.
STEP (2) : INSTALL THE WALL MOUNT BRACKETS ON THE LCD TELEVISION USING 4 SCREWS.
More than 30 cm (1').
More than 10 cm (4").Keep more than 2 cm (0.8")away from the wall.
• Do  not  block  the  ventilation  holes.  In  addition p l e a s e   k e e p   a   c e r t a i n   d i s t a n c e   a r o u n d   a n d make  sure  not  to  obstruct  ventilation.  Blocking the ventilation holes might cause fire or defect.• If  you  purchased  a  Wall  Mount  bracket,  please  ask  for  a  professional installation. Do not install by yourself.• This  LCD  unit  features  an  advanced  ventilation  system  configured  for vertical  installation.  A  knowledgeable  and  experienced  professional technician  can  perform  other  mounting  or  installation  orientations  (e.g., horizontal,  tilted) provided  that  you  specifically  inform  the  technician  of the  unit's  specialized  ventilation  needs.  Call  800.HITACHI  for  additional info and guidance.
W all Mount Brackets
Screw mounting holes (4 locations) for use 
with a wall mount bracket.
DO NOT reuse the original screws that  
were in these screw mounting holes or the 
screws removed in STEP(1) above, as  
such screws are not long enough to properly  
secure the TV to the wall bracket.  Please 
refer to example at right and caution below 
to determine proper screw length.Screw Length (A)
Insertion Length (B)
Spring W asher (C) 
Plane W asher (D)
W all Mount Bracket (E)
Example :
A = B+C+D+E
A: 13.5~15.5 mm.
B: 8.5~10.5 mm.
C: 1 mm.
D: 1 mm.
E: 3 mm. 
CAUTION  
CAUTION  
CAUTION   
						

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Side Panel Jacks & Controls
Headphone jack
Use this jack to connect headphones. 
POWER light indicator
To  turn  the  TV  ON,  press  the  Power  button  ().  A  blue 
indicator  lamp  located  on  the  lower  left  corner  of  the  front 
bezel illuminates to indicate the TV power is ON.
Indicating 
Lamp
Power 
Status
Operating
Lights
Red
OFF 
(Stand-by)
When the LCD TV is plugged 
to the AC line.
Lights
Blue
ONTV Power is ON; picture is 
shown.
Quickly 
Blinking Red
ONThe TV is powering OFF.
It will soon be in the Off 
(Stand-by) state.
REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
Point  your  remote  at  this  area  when  selecting  channels, 
adjusting volume, etc.
FRONT VIEW
POWER button
This power button is for turning ON the LCD TV, in order to turn 
the TV On , the standby indicator must be lit red. If the indicator is 
off, plug the power cord into the power outlet.
MENU button
This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible 
to  set  TV  features  to  your  preference  without  using  the 
remote. This button also serves as the Return button when in 
the MENU system.
INPUT button
Press this button to access the INPUT menu. 
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 right (►) buttons when in the 
Menu system.
CHANNEL selector
Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the 
top right corner of the TV screen. These buttons also serve as 
the  cursor  down  ()  and  up  ()  buttons  when  in  the  MENU 
system.
AV2 (SIDE) Jacks 
AV2  input  provide  composite  Video  and  S-Video  jacks  for 
connecting  equipment  with  this  capability,  such  as  a  DVD 
player, Game Console or Camcorders.
HDMI 3 & HDMI 4
Use  these  side  HDMI  inputs  for AV  equipment  such  as  Set-
Top-Boxes  or  DVD  players  equipped  with  an  HDMI  output 
connection (see page 14 for reference).
USB Multimedia / UPGRADE Slot
This USB slot is for use with the multimedia feature and future 
software upgrades.
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• Your  HITACHI  LCD  TV  will  not  show  any  picture 
if  there  is  no  video  input  when  AV1,  AV2, 
Component1 or 2, or HDMI 1, 2, 3 or 4 is selected. 
Instead,  a  message  will  indicate  “No  Signal”,  and 
the  Power  Light  will  remain  Blue  until  the  TV  is 
turned  off  or  in  Stand-by  mode  (lights  red)  when 
not in use.
• The  Remote  Control  can  turn  the  TV  ON/OFF  as 
well as control various devices and any compatible 
HDMI CEC devices.
• Please  do  not  put  anything  around  the  remote 
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Rear Panel Jacks
Antenna Input
To  switch  between  Cable  and Air,  go  to  the  Channels  Menu 
option  to  change  the  signal  source  CABLE  or AIR  (see  page 
40).
Component: Y-PbPr and Audio  Inputs
Component  1  and  2  provide  Y-PbPr  and  Audio  jacks  for 
connecting  equipment  with  this  capability,  such  as  a  DVD 
player or Set Top Box.
• 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  component  Cb  output  to 
the TV’s Pb input and the component 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 31).
HDMI 1 & 2 (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
About  HDMI  –  HDMI  is  the 
next-generation,  all  digital 
interface  for  consumer 
electronics.  HDMI  enables  the 
secure distribution of uncompressed high-definition video and 
multichannel audio in a single cable. Because digital television 
(DTV)  signals  remain  in  digital  format,  HDMI  assures  that 
pristine high-definition images retain the highest video quality 
from the source all the way to your television screen. Use the 
HDMI input for your AV equipment such as Set-Top-Boxes or 
DVD players equipped with an HDMI output connection.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface 
are  trademarks  or  registered  trademarks  of  HDMI  Licensing 
LLC in the United States and other countries.
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Digital Out (Optical Digital Audio)
This  jack  provides  Digital Audio  Output  for  your  audio  device 
that is RAW and PCM compatible, such as an audio amplifier.
The  Digital  Output  option  will  grayout  with  all  input 
sources,  except  with  a  digital  program  channel  on 
the Air/Cable input source.
DVI Audio Input
This  jack  provides  Audio  Input  from  a  DVI  source  when 
connected  to  the  HDMI  1  Input. A  DVI  (source)  to  HDMI  (TV) 
connection must be made to HDMI 1.
• It is not neccessary to connect the DVI Audio Input 
when the connection to HDMI 1 is a HDMI to HDMI 
connection.
• The  DVI  Audio  Input  is  only  compatible  with  the 
HDMI 1 Input.
Composite AV1 Jacks
AV1  input  provides  composite  Video  and  S-Video  jacks  for 
connecting  equipment  with  this  capability,  such  as  a  DVD 
player, Game Console or Camcorders.
Audio Out jack
This  jack  provides  stereo  audio  output  from  your  TV  to  your 
audio device, such as an audio amplifier.
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