Technical Information
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HDMI connection
HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) is the world’s first complete digital consumer AV interface
complying with a non-compression standard.
HDMI allows you to enjoy high-definition digital images and high-quality sound by connecting the TV
and the equipment.
HDMI-compatible equipment∗
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with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set top box or
game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
About connections, see “External Equipment” (p. 56 - 58).
Applicable HDMI features
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Input audio signal : 2ch Linear PCM (sampling frequencies - 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz)
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Input video signal : 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p
“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 62)
Match the output setting of the digital equipment.
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Input PC signal : “Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 62)
Match the output setting of the PC.
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VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5) : [VIERA Link] (p. 51)
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Audio Return Channel∗2 (HDMI2 terminal only)
DVI connection
If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI
adaptor cable∗3. When the DVI to HDMI adaptor cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio
input terminal (HDMI1 / 2: use AV2 audio terminals / HDMI3: use AV3 audio terminals).
Note
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Audio settings can be made on the [HDMI1 / 2 / 3 Input] in the Sound Menu. (p. 25)
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If the connected equipment has an aspect adjustment function, set the aspect ratio to [16:9].
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These HDMI connectors are “type A”.
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These HDMI connectors are compatible with HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection)
copyright protection.
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Equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of “COMPONENT”
or “VIDEO” to receive analogue signals.
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This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology.
∗1: The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.
∗2:
Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to be able to send digital sound signals via an HDMI cable.
∗3: Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
PC connection
A PC may be connected to this TV so that the PC screen is displayed and sound is heard from the TV.
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PC signals that can be inputted: Horizontal scanning frequency 31 to 69 kHz; vertical scanning
frequency 59 to 86 Hz (more than 1,024 signal lines could result in incorrect display of the image).
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A PC adaptor is not necessary for the DOS/V-compliant D-sub 15-pin connector.
Note
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Some PC models cannot be connected to this TV.
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When using PC, set the colour display quality of PC to the highest position.
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For details of the applicable PC signals, see p. 62.
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Max. display resolution
Aspect 4:3 1,024 × 768 pixels
16:9 1,366 × 768 pixels
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D-sub 15-pin connector signal
Pin No.
Signal Name
Pin No.
Signal Name
Pin No.
Signal Name
R GND (Ground)
NC (not connected)
G GND (Ground)
NC (not connected)
B GND (Ground) HD
NC (not connected) NC (not connected)
VD
GND (Ground) GND (Ground)
NC (not connected)