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Hitachi 42LDF30U User Manual

Hitachi 42LDF30U
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42LDF30U
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Instructions for use
42" LCD Colour Television

Table of Contents

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Hitachi 42LDF30U Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size42 inches
Display TypeLCD
Aspect Ratio16:9
HDMI Ports3
USB Ports1
Contrast Ratio1200:1
Brightness500 cd/m²
Response Time8 ms
Speakers2 x 10W
Resolution1920 x 1080
Viewing Angle178°
Input PortsComponent, Composite, VGA

Summary

Safety Precautions

Power Source and Cord Safety

Guidelines for safe operation, power outlet requirements, and power cord handling.

Environmental Precautions

Warnings against moisture, water, and heat exposure, plus ventilation requirements.

Servicing and Replacement Parts

Recommendations for professional servicing and using specified replacement parts.

Overview of the Remote Control

Standby and Menu Navigation

Functions of the standby button and buttons used for menu navigation.

Programme Selection and Teletext

Buttons for changing channels, accessing program information, and teletext functions.

LCD TV and Operating Buttons

Front Panel Controls

Identification of the physical buttons located on the front of the TV.

Side Panel Controls

Identification of the physical buttons located on the side of the TV.

Viewing the Connections - Back Connectors

Audio Outputs and SCART Connectors

Details on S/PDIF, Audio Line Out, and SCART input/output ports.

Component Video Inputs

Inputs for connecting high-quality analog video and audio signals.

Additional Back Connector Information

PC/YPbPr Audio and ANT Inputs

Audio inputs for PC/component sources and RF input for aerials.

PC Input and HDMI Inputs

VGA input for computers and digital HDMI inputs for high-definition sources.

Viewing the Connections - Side Connectors

CI Slot and Headphone Jack

Interface for Conditional Access modules and headphone audio output.

Video/Audio Inputs and Standby Switch

Ports for external AV signals and the physical power switch.

Power and Aerial Connection

Power Connection

Instructions for connecting the TV to the mains power supply.

Aerial Connection

How to connect the aerial or cable TV plug to the TV.

Connecting External Devices

Connecting the LCD TV to a PC

Guide for displaying computer screen images on the TV.

Connecting to a DVD Player

Instructions for connecting a DVD player to the TV.

Using Side AV Connectors

Connecting camcorders and other equipment via side AV ports.

Connecting Other Equipment via Scart

Methods for connecting devices like DVD recorders and VCRs using SCART.

Switching the TV On/Off

To Switch the TV On

Steps to power on the TV from standby or off state.

To Switch the TV Off

Steps to turn the TV off to standby or completely.

Basic Operations and Settings

Input Selection and AV Mode

Switching between different input sources and AV modes.

Remote Control Operations

Using the remote for volume control and programme selection.

Initial and General TV Operation

Initial Settings

First-time setup process including language and country selection.

Information Banner Display

How the information banner displays program details in DTV mode.

Advanced TV Features

Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)

Accessing and using the TV's interactive program guide.

Displaying TV Information

Viewing current program details using the INFO button.

IDTV Menu System Features

Channel List Management

Navigating, renaming, moving, and deleting channels in the list.

Channel Locking and Favourites

Securing channels with PIN and managing favourite channel lists.

Timers and Conditional Access

Setting timers for programs and configuring conditional access modules.

TV Setup and Configuration

TV Setup Menu

Accessing the primary menu for TV function configuration.

Configuration Options

General settings for AC3 audio, favourite modes, and channel lists.

Parental Control Settings

Setting up PINs, maturity locks, and menu locks for parental supervision.

Time and Language Settings

Time Settings Management

Adjusting the current time and time zone settings.

Audio Description and Language Preferences

Configuring audio description and preferred languages for audio and subtitles.

Installation and Channel Tuning

Installation Menu Overview

Accessing menu for channel installation, scans, and list clearing.

Automatic and Manual Channel Scanning

Procedures for scanning and tuning available TV channels.

First Time Installation

Initial setup process for new users or after reset.

Analogue TV Menu System

Picture Menu Adjustments

Settings for picture mode, brightness, contrast, colour, and sharpness.

Colour Temperature and Noise Reduction

Adjusting colour temperature and reducing visual noise.

Game Mode and Picture Zoom

Optimizing picture for gaming and adjusting aspect ratio.

Sound Menu Operations

Volume and Equalizer Settings

Adjusting audio volume and fine-tuning sound frequencies.

Balance, Sound Mode, and AVL

Configuring speaker balance, audio modes, and automatic volume limiting.

Feature Menu Options

Pip-Pap Modes and Sleep Timer

Using Picture-in-Picture, Picture-and-Picture, and setting sleep timer.

Child Lock and Language Settings

Restricting TV controls and setting display language.

Backlight and Teletext Language

Adjusting screen brightness and selecting Teletext language.

Install Menu Functions

Program, Colour, and Sound Settings

Managing channel programs, colour systems, and sound systems.

Fine Tune, Search, and APS

Adjusting reception, scanning channels, and automatic programming.

Program Table and Source Menu

Editing program lists and selecting video/audio input sources.

PC Mode Menu System

PC Position Adjustments

Adjusting horizontal, vertical position, phase, and dot clock for PC input.

PC Picture Menu Settings

Accessing specific picture adjustments for PC input.

Picture and Teletext Features

Picture Mode Selection and Zoom

Choosing display modes and adjusting image zoom levels.

PIP/PAP Modes

Utilizing Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture display functionalities.

Teletext Functions

Operating teletext services, index, and text display features.

Troubleshooting Tips

Screen Care and Image Persistence

Guidelines for safe screen cleaning and information on image retention.

Power, Picture, and Sound Issues

Solutions for common problems like no power, poor picture, or no sound.

Remote Control and Input Source Issues

Troubleshooting steps for unresponsive remote controls and input selection problems.

Appendices and Specifications

Appendix A: PC Input Display Modes

Table of supported display resolutions and frequencies for PC input.

Appendix B: AV/HDMI Signal Compatibility

Compatibility of AV and HDMI input signals with TV sources.

Appendix C: Pin Specifications

Detailed pinout information for SCART, HDMI, and PC connectors.

Appendix E: PIP/PAP Mode Combinations

Chart showing compatible source combinations for PIP/PAP modes.

Specifications

Technical details and features of the television set.

Product Guarantee

HITACHI QUICK GUIDE

Battery Installation and Aerial Connection

Guide for inserting batteries and connecting aerials to the TV or VCR.

Connecting High-Definition and VCR/Satellite Sources

Diagrams for connecting HDMI, YPbPr, VCR, and satellite decoder sources.

Power Connection and Basic Remote Functions

Steps for plugging in the TV and overview of essential remote control operations.

Start A.P.S. (Auto Programming System)

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