Hitachi P42a01a Users Manual

							USER'S MANUAL
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUEL UTILISATEUR
MANUALE D'USO
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
BRUKERHÅNDBOK
Colour Plasma Television
Model Name
P42A01
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS INSIDE CAREFULLY.
KEEP THIS USER MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
For future reference, record the serial number of your monitor.
SERIAL NO. 
This serial number is located on the rear of the monitor.
 
						

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USER'S MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing the HITACHI plasma Television.
Please read this user’s manual carefully before operating 
this product.
To ensure proper operation, please read and follow ALL 
the instructions, especially the “IMPORTANT SAFETY 
INSTRUCTIONS” and “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”. 
Please keep this user’s manual for future reference.
 
						

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read this instruction thoroughly.
Retain this instruction for future reference.
Heed all warnings and cautions to prevent possible danger.
Follow all instructions. Improper handling could cause personal injury and/or serious damage to the unit that may 
shorten its service time.
Do not block any ventilation openings.  
Install the product in accordance with the manufacture’s instructions.
Before calling for the technical support or service technician, read “Troubleshooting” (
29) to determine the 
symptoms when problems occur during installation or operation of the product.
If serious problems happen (such as smoke or an abnormal odour from the unit), turn off the Main Power, unplug the 
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CONTENTS .......................................................................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................. 2
INTRODUCTION .................................................................. 3
About This Manual .............................................................. 3
Trademark Credits ............................................................... 3
About Software .................................................................... 3
Information for users applicable in European 
Union countries ................................................................... 3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................... 4
Important For United Kingdom ............................................ 4
About the Symbols .............................................................. 4
Cleaning and Maintenance ................................................. 7
ABOUT PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL ................................... 8
Image Retention of Plasma Display Panel ........................... 8
FEATURES .......................................................................... 9
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ................................................ 9
COMPONENT NAMES ...................................................... 10
Main Unit ........................................................................... 10
Remote Control ................................................................. 11
PREPARATION.................................................................. 12
Remote Control Batteries Installation ................................ 12
Handling the Remote Control ............................................ 12
Caution When Moving the Main Unit ................................. 12
Safety Precaution on Main Unit Installation ....................... 13
Anti-Tumble Measures ...................................................... 13
CONNECTION ................................................................... 14
Terminal Positions ............................................................. 14
Connecting Procedure ...................................................... 14BASIC OPERATION .......................................................... 19
Turning on the power ........................................................ 19
Standby mode ................................................................... 19
Auto setup ......................................................................... 19
Selecting the video input source ....................................... 19
Basic TV functions............................................................. 20
Stereo reception with the built-in tuner .............................. 20
Conceal stored channels ................................................... 21
Picture format .................................................................... 21
Teletext .............................................................................. 22 
TV SETUP OPERATION .................................................... 23
Guide to using the menu system ....................................... 23
Video menu (TV mode) ..................................................... 23
Audio menu (TV mode) ..................................................... 24
Setup menu ....................................................................... 25
Video menu (PC mode) ..................................................... 27
Audio menu (PC mode) ..................................................... 27
OTHERS............................................................................. 28
DVD Player / STB Selection .............................................. 28
(“DVD” Selection) .............................................................. 28
(“SAT” Selection) .............................................................. 28
Troubleshooting ................................................................ 29
Specifications .................................................................... 30
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .......................................... 31
Signal Input ....................................................................... 31
Recommended Signal List ................................................ 32
UK Guarantee ................................................................... 33
 
						

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Thank you for purchasing the HITACHI plasma Television.  We hope that you will enjoy the great performance with this 
product.
This plasma Television has been designed to meet the international standards.  However, it could cause personal 
injuries and property damage if improperly handled.  In order to prevent potential danger and obtain maximum benefit 
from your set, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating, and cleaning the product.
Keep this manual for future reference, and record the serial number of your set in the space provided on the front cover 
page of this manual.
About This Manual
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
This manual has been created with extra care.  In case that you have any comments or questions regarding this 
manual, please contact your local dealer or our Customer Service Centre.
Before operating this set, please fully understand the prerequisite such as specifications or constraints of the 
hardware and software.  We are not responsible and have no liability for any loss, damage or injury as a result of 
misuse.
Reproduction, copying, use, modification, and/or transmission in whole or in part of this manual are prohibited 
without any prior written permission.
All other products and company names used in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their 
respective owners.
Trademark Credits
VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI 
Licensing LLC.
The "HD ready" logo is a trademark of EICTA.
Even if no special notation has been made of company or product trademarks, these trademarks have been fully 
respected.
About Software
You may not alter, decompile, disassemble, decrypt, or otherwise reverse- engineer the Software installed in this 
product, which are prohibited by law.
Information for users applicable in European Union countries
This symbol on the product or on its packaging means that your electrical and electronic equipment should be 
disposed at the end of life separately from your household wastes. There are separate collection systems for recycling 
in EU.
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The following are the symbols used in this manual and affixed on the unit itself.  Please fully understand the meanings of the symbols before reading 
the instructions in this section.
WARNING   Never ignore the instruction. There are risks of serious injuries or possible death to the user.
CAUTION   Do not ignore the instruction. There are possibilities of personal injuries and/or property damage.
Other Symbols 
The triangle with illustration is intended to alert the users that there are possibilities of fire, explosion, or high 
temperature if the product is handled improperly.
Each illustration within the triangle specifies the contents in detail. (The figure on the left is an example.)
The circle with diagonal line and illustration indicates a prohibited action (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 plug 
should be disconnected from the power outlet).
WARNING
There is a risk of fire, electric shock, or serious injury.
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 Unplug the power cord immediately when serious problems occur.  
Serious problems such as  
  Smoke, abnormal odor or noise is emitted from the product.  No picture, no sound or distorted picture on the display.
  Foreign objects (such as water, metals etc.) get inside the unit.  
Do not continue using the product under these abnormal conditions.
Turn off the Main Power, unplug the Power Cord, and contact your dealer immediately. 
For your safety, never try to repair the product by yourself.
WARNING: THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code :
  Green and Yellow = Earth, Blue = Neutral, Brown = Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as 
follows:
The wire which is coloured GREEN and YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked 
with the letter E or by the earth symbol 
 or coloured GREEN or GREEN and YELLOW.
The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK. 
The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or 
RED.
Green & Yellow
to Earth
Blue to Neutral Brown to Live
Fuse
Cord Clamp
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
About the Symbols
Disconnect the
plug from the 
power outlet. For your safety, please read the following precautions carefully before using this product. Improper use would cause serious personal injuries and/or 
damage to your property or this product.  
Important For United Kingdom
IMPORTANT FOR UNITED KINGDOM
WORDING FOR CLASS I EQUIPMENT INSTRUCTION BOOKS AND LABELS
The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a molded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the plug.  
Should the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA or BSI approved BS 1362 fuse must be used of the same rating. If the fuse cover is detachable never 
use the plug with the cover omitted. If a replacement fuse cover is required, ensure it is of the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug.  
Fuse covers are available from your dealer.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.  If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to 
reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
Should it be necessary to change the mains plugs, this must be carried out by a competent person, preferably a qualified electrician.
If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains plug, ensure that you dispose of it immediately, having first removed the fuse, to avoid a possible 
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued)
WARNING
There is a risk of fire, electric shock, or serious injury.
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 Do not insert liquids or any foreign objects (such as metals or flammable items) inside the unit.
  In case it happens, turn off the main power, unplug the Power Cord, and contact your dealer immediately.
  Use special caution when younger children are around the unit.
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 Do not remove cover, or modify the product.
  High-voltage components are installed inside of the unit.  Removing covers can expose you to high voltage, 
electrical shock, and other dangerous conditions.
  Contact your local dealer to perform servicing such as inspection, adjustment, or repair work.
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 Install the unit in a sensible place where it does not expose anyone to danger or injury. 
  Impact with the edge of the unit could cause injury.
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 Do not place any objects on top of the unit.
Objects such as
  Liquid containers (vase, fish tank, flowerpot, cosmetics or liquid medicine). 
  If water or any liquid spill onto the unit, it may cause short-circuit and result in fire or electrical shock.
  In case that it happens, turn off the Main Power, unplug the Power Cord, and contact your dealer immediately.
  Do not place anything heavy on top of the unit.
  Do not climb on or hang from the unit. 
  Do not let your pets get on top of the unit
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 Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
  Never use this unit in the bathroom or shower room.
  Beware when you use this product outside, especially in rainy, or snowy weather, and at the beach or 
waterfront. 
  When the product gets wet, it could cause fire or electrical shock.
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 Unplug this unit during lightning storm.
  To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not touch the product when starts lightning.
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 Do not do anything that may damage the Power Cord.
  Do not damage, modify, twist, forcibly bend, heat, or pull excessively the Power Cord. 
  Do not place heavy objects (including the unit itself) on top of the Power Cord.
  If the Power Cord is damaged, contact your dealer for repairs or exchange.
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 Use only with designated power supply voltage.
  To prevent the risk of fire and electrical shock, operate this product only with the power supply voltage indicated on the 
unit.
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 Beware not to drop or have any impact on the unit. 
  Take extra care while moving the unit.
  The plasma display panel is made of glass. In case that it breaks, you may be injured with the broken pieces.
  In case that you drop the unit or the cabinet is damaged, turn off the Main Power, unplug the Power Cord and contact your 
local dealer immediately.
  Continuing use of the product with above conditions would cause fire or electrical shock. 
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 Clean dust or metals on or around the blade of the power plug regulary.
  Continuing use of the product with above condition may cause fire or electrical shock.
  Always unplug the Power Cord first, and clean the blades with a dry cloth. 
Disconnect the
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CAUTION
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 Do not place the unit on an unstable surface.
Unstable places such as
  Tilted surface or shaky rack, table, stand or trolly.
  If the unit falls down, it could cause personal injury.
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 Do not place the unit at a dusty place.
It could cause malfunction.
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 Do not cover or block any ventilation holes on the product.
The unit would overheat, and it could cause fire or damage the product which may shorten its service life.
  Install the product in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
  Do not place the unit with ventilation side down.
  Do not install the unit on the carpet or bedclothes.
  Do not cover the unit with table cloth etc.
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 Be sure to ground the earth cable correctly.
  Especially when you use Power Cord adapter, be sure to connect the earth cable to the ground terminal.  Incorrect 
connection would cause fire or electrical shock.
  For your safety, always make sure to unplug the Power Cord before connect or disconnect the earth cable .
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 Follow the Anti-tumble measures in this manual.
  If the unit tumbles over, there is a risk of personal injury and possible death.  Also, it would damage the product seriously.
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 Do not install this product near the medical devices.
  To prevent malfunction of the medical devices, do not use this product and medical devices in the same room.  
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 Do not place the CRT-based television near the speakers of the plasma television.
  It could cause the partial discoloration or blurring of the image on a CRT-based television.
Please install it away from the speakers of the unit.
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 Disconnect all of the external connection cables and detach the anti-tumble measures before moving the unit.
  It may cause fire, electrical shock, or personal injuries.
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 Connect the power plug securely.
  Improper connection will cause overheating and may result in fire.
  Do not touch the blades of the plug while connecting it to the wall socket.  It could cause electrical shock.
  If the plug is not fitted for the wall socket, contact your dealer for replacement.
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 Do not handle the Power Cord with wet hands.
  It could result in electrical shock.
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 Do not pull the cord when you unplug the Power Cord.
  It may damage the cord and could result in fire or electrical shock.
  Hold the plug when disconnecting it.
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 Unplug the Power Cord when you do not intend to use the product for long periods of time.
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 Handle the batteries properly.
  Improper or incorrect use of the batteries may cause corrosion or battery leakage, which could cause fire, personal injury 
or damage to property.
  Use only the types of the batteries which are indicated in this manual.
  Do not install new batteries with used ones.
  Install the batteries correctly by following the polarity (+ and -) indications on the battery compartment.
  Do not dispose of the used batteries as domestic waste. Dispose of them in accordance with the local regulations.
Supply connect 
the ground wire.
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PRECAUTIONS
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 Do not install areas where it will be subjected to high temperatures.
It could damage the cabinet or parts of the product.
  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat. 
  Keep the unit out of direct sunlight. It could increase the temperature of the unit and cause malfunction.
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 Viewing Advice
  The lighting of the environment in which the product is used should be appropriate. Too bright or dark environments are not good for 
your eyes.
  Take time to relax your eyes occasionally.
  When you use this product, view from a distance equal to 3 to 7 times the height of the screen. This is the best viewing distance in 
order to protect your eyes against eyestrain.
  Adjust the volume to an appropriate level, especially during the night.
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 When transporting this product:
  When the product needs to be transported due to moving or repair, use the carton box and buffer material that came with this 
product.
  Do not transport this product on its side.  It could damage the panel glass or degrade the phosphors of the panel.
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 Keep radio away from this unit whilst in use.
This unit is designed to meet the international EMI standards due to prevent radio interference.  However, the unit may generate
noise in the radio.
  If the noise is heard on radio, please try the following actions.
  Adjust the direction of the radio antenna in order not to receive the interference from the unit.
  Keep the radio away from the unit.
  Use coaxial cable for the antenna.
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 About infrared communication devices:
The infrared communication devices such as cordless microphones or cordless headphones may not operate properly around the unit.It
is because of communication failure.  Please note that this is not malfunction.
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 When you dispose of this product at the end of its life, follow the regulations in your residential area.  
  For more information, contact the local authority or the dealer where you purchased the product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued)
Cleaning and Maintenance
Please make sure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the unit.
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 How to clean the plasma panel of the unit.
  The panel surface is specially-coated to reduce the reflection and cut infrared radiation; thus, wipe the panel with a lint-free and dry 
cloth in order to prevent damage to the coating.  
  Do not use a chemical cloth or cleaner. Depending on the ingredients, it may cause discoloration and damage on the coating. 
  Do not wipe with a hard cloth or rub hard. It may hurt the coating.
  In case of the greasy dirt such as fingerprint, wipe with a lint-free cloth moistened by a diluted neutral detergent solution, and then wipe 
with a soft and dry cloth.
  Do not use a spray cleaner. It could remove the coating or cause malfunction by entering inside of the unit.
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 How to clean the cabinet of the unit. 
  The following may cause crack, deformation, and paint peeling.
  Do not wipe the cabinet with benzene, thinner, and other chemical products. 
  Do not spray volatile solutions such as insecticide over the cabinet.
  Do not leave the cabinet in prolonged contact with plastic or rubber materials. 
  Do not use a chemical cloth, cleaner or wax. Depending on the ingredients, it may cause crack and deformation. 
  Use a lint-free cloth to clean the cabinet and control panel of the monitor. In case of the heavy dirt, wipe with a soft cloth moistened by 
a diluted neutral detergent solution, and then wipe with a soft and dry cloth.
  Never use the following detergents. It could cause crack, discoloration, and scratch. 
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Image Retention of Plasma Display Panel
The plasma display panel has one of characteristics that can result in panel image retention depending on how the
plasma display is used. The following are the common reasons for and effective preventive measures against the
image retention.
Characteristics of Image Retention
Image retention is caused by partial degrading the phosphors due 
to the partial display of character and figure.
ð   For example, when the characters as shown in Fig. A are 
displayed continuously for a long period of time, only the 
phosphors (Red/Green/Blue) displaying the characters are 
degraded. Consequently, when displaying an all white image on 
the entire screen as shown in Fig. a, the marks remaining by the 
characters will show colour differences; therefore, note that it is 
not burnt remains of the phosphors.
The degree of image retention is proportional to the Brightness 
and Display Time for the characters and/or figure
ð   The brighter the characters and figure, the more phosphor is 
degraded. As shown in Fig. B, in case of displaying images that 
have different brightness each for a long time, Fig. b shows that 
the brighter the image, the more it tends to remain.
*  The illustrations are images to explain image retention. The actual manners on the image retention vary depending 
on such conditions as operation time and brightness.
Methods to Reduce the Occurrence of Image Retention
We recommend that you use the screen saver functions 26.   
NOTE
The following are common phenomenon which occur when operating the Plasma Display Panel due to structural 
reasons.
Please note that they are not malfunctions.
Residual Image
When a still image or menu is displayed on the screen for a short time (about a minute) an then switches to another 
image, it may leave an “after-image” on the screen. This residual image will disappear on its own and return to 
normalcy. This is not a malfunction.
Panel Surface
The plasma panel displays images by generating discharges internally. This could raise the temperature of the 
display surface. In addition do not allow any forceful impact to the surface of the panel because the front filter is 
made is a fine-processed tempered glass.
About Screen Driving Sound
The panel of the Plasma TV is composed of extremely fine pixels and these pixels emit light according to received 
video signals. This principle may cause you to hear a buzz or electrical hum coming from the TV. This is not a 
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[Fig. B][Fig. b]
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FEATURES
Enjoy not only beautiful and high-quality pictures on the display, but also various kinds of useful and convenient
functions in your daily life!
Large-screen and high-definition plasma panel.
High quality sound with deeper, richer and dynamic bass tones.
2 Scart terminals installed.
Accept more digital input devices with 2 HDMI terminals.
Great diversity of connecting terminals to cover wide range of audio-visual equipments.
Enjoy the image from PC with large, high-definition Plasma screen.
Easy-to-use On-Screen Display system operating with Remote control.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Check the supplied accessories before installation.
In case of missing or damaged, please contact the dealer immediately. •
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User’s Manual Remote ControlAA size batteries
X2
Power Cords
UK only
Except UK