Hitachi 42HDS69, 55HDS69 important safety instructions Front/Rear/Side Panel Controls

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Front/Rear/Side Panel Controls

FRONT VIEW

First time use

REAR/SIDE VIEW

PR PB

Firmly bind the cables.

Hook the band

Thread the square

hole with the band.

to the claw.

SIDE POWER button

 

 

Press this button to turn the Plasma Television

NOTE:

The Rear View of the 55” model is slightly

ON/OFF. It can also be turned ON/OFF by remote

 

different from the 42” models. One of the

control. The “MAIN POWER” button must be at

 

 

differences are the handles that are only

stand-by mode.

 

 

present on the 42” models.

 

 

MENU/SELECT button

POWER button

This button allows you to enter the MENU, making

Television MAIN POWER button

it possible to set TV features to your preference

This power button is for the complete system, and

without using the remote. This button also serves

must be turned ON/OFF manually. It is

as the SELECT button when in MENU mode.

recommended to leave the “MAIN POWER” to ON

 

￿ SIDE HDMI INPUT (5)

condition (lights red) for stand-by mode.

 

 

Use the side HDMI input for extrenal devices such

 

The Main Power

as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an

 

HDMI output connection (see page 16 for reference).

 

button is located on

 

 

the broadside

INPUT/EXIT button

 

bottom, under the

Press this button to access the INPUT menu.

 

label “MAIN

Press again to exit the MENU mode.

 

POWER”.

CHANNEL selector

NOTE:

When the “MAIN POWER” button is set to

Press these buttons until the desired channel

 

OFF or the TV is unplugged, the clock will

appears in the top right corner of the TV screen.

 

 

stop and may eventually reset itself.

These buttons also serve as the cursor down ( )

 

 

 

and up ( ) buttons when in MENU mode.

 

 

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

 

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right ( ) buttons when in MENU mode.

 

 

 

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42HDS69, 55HDS69 specifications

The Hitachi 55HDS69 and 42HDS69 are part of Hitachi's advanced line of plasma televisions known for their exceptional picture quality and innovative technologies. Designed to deliver an immersive viewing experience, these models cater to the needs of both casual viewers and serious home theater enthusiasts.

One of the standout features of the 55HDS69 and 42HDS69 is their impressive display technology. Both models utilize plasma screens, which are celebrated for their ability to produce deep blacks and rich colors. This characteristic results from the plasma technology's capacity to control each pixel individually, providing a superior contrast ratio compared to traditional LCD displays. The 55-inch and 42-inch sizes make these models suitable for a variety of room sizes, ensuring they fit into any home entertainment setup.

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In conclusion, the Hitachi 55HDS69 and 42HDS69 televisions offer a blend of advanced display technology, superior audio performance, and versatile connectivity. Whether you are looking for a larger screen for your movie nights or a compact option for a cozy living space, these models deliver a remarkable viewing experience that makes them worthy contenders in the competitive television market.
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