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Specifications

P L A S M A

HD READY MODELS

MODEL

55PD8800TA

50PD9800TA

42PD9500TA

PICTURE

Effective display area (HxV)mm

1230 x 692 (1412 diagonal)

1,106 x 626.4 (1271 diagonal)

922 x 522 (1059 diagonal)

Aspect ratio

16 : 9

16 : 9

16 : 9

Number of pixels (HxV)

1366 x 768

1,280 x 1,080

1,024 x 1,080

Pixel pitch (HxV)mm

0.9 x 0.9

0.864 x 0.580

0.90 x 0.485

Panel brightness (at white peak) cd/m2

1000

1300

1400

Typical contrast ratio (panel)

10,000:1

10,000:1

10,000:1

TUNER

DVB High Defi nition Tuner integrated

-

-

-

Analogue Tuner Integrated

Yes

Yes

Yes

Analogue RF reception

(NTSC-M) (SECAM B/G/D/K1) (PAL B,G,H/I/D,K)

(NTSC-M) (SECAM B/G/D/K1) (PAL B,G,H/I/D,K)

(NTSC-M) (SECAM B/G/D/K1) (PAL B,G,H/I/D,K)

Analogue RF Audio reception

A2/NICAM

A2/NICAM

A2/NICAM

VIDEO FORMATS

Video signal

PAL, SECAM, NTSC3.58, NTSC4.43, PAL60, N-PAL, M-PAL

PAL, SECAM, NTSC3.58, NTSC4.43, PAL60, N-PAL, M-PAL

PAL, SECAM, NTSC3.58, NTSC4.43, PAL60, N-PAL, M-PAL

Component signal

480i/p, 576i/p, 720p(50/60), 1080i(50/60)

480i/p, 576i/p, 720p(50/60), 1080i(50/60)

480i/p, 576i/p, 720p(50/60), 1080i(50/60)

HDMI signal (video mode)

480i/p, 576i/p, 720p(50/60), 1080i(50/60), VGA

480i/p, 576i/p, 720p(50/60), 1080i(50/60), VGA, 1080p

480i/p, 576i/p, 720p(50/60), 1080i(50/60), VGA, 1080p

Analogue RGB signal

VGA-UXGA (15kHz, 30 to 106kHz, 50Hz to 85Hz)

VGA-SXGA (fH:30 to 64kHz, fV:60Hz to 70Hz)

-

INPUT & OUTPUTS

Total number of connectable video sources

6

6

6

VIDEO CONNECTION CONFIGURATIONS

Front or side input

Side

Front

Side

Composite video with analogue audio (RCA)

3 + (1 side)

3 + (1 front)

3 + (1 side)

S video with analogue audio (RCA)

1 + (1 side)

1 + (1 front)

1 + (1 side)

Component video with analogue audio (RCA)

2

2

2

HDMI input 

2

2

2

Analogue audio for HDMI/DVI (RCA)

1

1

1

OTHER CONNECTIONS

USB photo

yes

-

-

SD card slot

yes

-

-

RGB analogue (PC input)

RGB : Mini D-sub 15P

RGB : Mini D-sub 15P

-

Headphone socket (3.5mm)

yes

yes

yes

A/V output

1 x Composite video with analogue audio (RCA)

1 x Composite video with analogue audio (RCA)

1 x Composite video with analogue audio (RCA)

Subwoofer output (RCA)

yes

yes

yes

SOUND

Surround sound

SRS WOW

SRS WOW

SRS WOW

Automatic volume level

yes

yes

yes

Sound modes

4 (Movie, Music, Speech, Favourite)

4 (Movie, Music, Speech, Favourite)

4 (Movie, Music, Speech, Favourite)

Audio power

36W

20W

36W

PICTURE ASPECT MODES

TV/Video (input signal dependent)

  Panoramic, Zoom, Cinema, Full, 4:3

  Panoramic 1 / 2, Zoom, Cinema, Full, 4:3, Full 1080

  Panoramic 1 / 2, Zoom, Cinema, Full, 4:3, Full 1081

PC

  Full, Real, zoom 1,2,3

  Full, Normal, Zoom

  Full, Normal, Zoom

OTHER FUNCTIONS

On / Off timer

Yes

Yes

Yes

Picture in Picture

Yes

-

-

Teletext

100 page

1000 page

1000 page

REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Multi Brand control for DVD

Yes

Yes

Yes

One touch input switching

Yes

Yes

Yes

Power swivel base

Yes

-

-

GENERAL

Dimensions excluding stand (WxHxD)mm

1510x840x105

1240x836x105

1134x648x109

Dimensions including stand (WxHxD)mm

1510x933x450

1240x900x423

1134x713x365

Weight excluding stand (kg)

61.8

40.7

34.8

Weight including stand (kg)

73.3

46.5

39.4

Power supply

AC 100 -240V (50/60Hz)

AC110V-240V (50/60Hz)

AC 110 -240V (50/60Hz)

Power consumption

480W

470W

370W

Power consumption standby mode

<3W

<1W

<1W

Summary of Contents for 42PD9500TA

Page 1: ...High Definition Plasma and LCD range ...

Page 2: ...ge processors Hitachi continues to invest heavily in proprietary manufacturing of these cutting edge High Definition devices with new factories opening in 2006 and beyond to supply the growing world market for flat panel televisions Although we are a leading global company Hitachi is swift to respond to the needs of local markets Australia is at the forefront of High Definition digital television and...

Page 3: ...50 years of research and development no wonder our visual technology is so advanced ...

Page 4: ... Picture quality Plasma and LCD both produce excellent picture quality and all Hitachi models are High Definition capable When choosing between Plasma and LCD a good starting point is to consider what type of viewing you will want to do most As Plasma emits light only when the gas cell is activated it can produce deep contrast with bright whites and pitch blacks This contrast level is ideal for wat...

Page 5: ...tion Plasma displays only emit light where necessary resulting in Plasmas being more economical for television viewing In contrast while many of the LCDs quote lower peak power ratings than similar sized Plasma displays they constantly keep a bright backlight on regardless of the image being displayed In reality the difference in the power consumption between these two types of displays is nominal...

Page 6: ...images The fast response for motion pictures results in smooth natural moving images Advanced ALIS panel up to 1 400cd m2 The ALIS Alternate Lighting of Surfaces technology on Hitachi s Plasma models will dazzle you with its ability to match High Definition input signals With a fine pitch display of over one million pixels every detail is reproduced to perfection Precise vertical 1024 x 1080 pixels ...

Page 7: ...oped In Plane Switching IPS technology This technique employs pairs of electrodes at the sides of each cell which keep the liquid crystals parallel to the front of the panel By doing so it increases the visibility up to 178 degrees in both horizontal and vertical directions It also increases the clarity contrast and definition which allows for better images even in poorer lighting conditions So no ...

Page 8: ...erate a range of DVD players from Hitachi Pioneer Toshiba Panasonic Sony Onkyo and more Using this feature means you only need one remote to watch a DVD Motorised Swivel A true turning point for Plasma and LCD screens On selected models it is now possible for you to change the direction of the panel 30 degrees in either direction of centre with the touch of a button Perfect for board meeting situa...

Page 9: ...to the side terminal and photos can be displayed as a slide show or even rotated to 90 180 or 270 degrees HDMI The latest High Definition Multimedia Interface is included on all models to provide an interface between any audio video source supporting digital video and multi channel digital audio on a single cable Selected models offer twin HDMI inputs for your convenience 0 4 4 3 2 53 0 7 2 5 3 5 0...

Page 10: ...ed on a large screen HDTV becomes a cinema experience revealing every nuance and detail of the original image To make HDTV viewing both elegant and simple Hitachi now offers a range of Plasma and LCD televisions with the HDTV tuner integrated into the TV itself There is no need to purchase an external set top box decoder 50PD960DTA 127cm HD integrated Plasma TV 1280 x 1080 pixels HD integrated tun...

Page 11: ...ase makes this ideal for the lounge room as the viewing angle can be adjusted with the remote control for viewing from different seating positions An SD card slot and USB connection are onboard for viewing photos from a digital camera The 42PD900DTA delivers the same picture quality and integrated HD tuner as the 42PD960DTA but without the power swivel base or photo viewing options This Plasma TV ...

Page 12: ...A 42PD9500TA 127cm HD ready Plasma TV 106cm HD ready Plasma TV 1280 x 1080 pixels 1024 x 1080 pixels HD ready HD ready 1080p input capable HDMI 1080p input capable HDMI One touch switching remote One touch switching remote The 50PD9800TA features a 127cm High Definition ready Plasma panel with over 1 3 million pixels which is more than capable of delivering all the detail of HD broadcasts This mode...

Page 13: ...ent video terminals allows for the connection of multiple HD sources such as an HD set top box or PVR This model is ideal for small to medium sized rooms The 32LD9000TA offers the same resolution and picture quality of the 37LD9000TA but in a smaller screen size An RGB PC input is also included for data applications if required This model is best suited to smaller rooms or as a replacement for con...

Page 14: ...x 768 High Definition panel this massive display delivers all the HD picture quality high contrast and fast motion that are the hallmarks of Plasma technology As it s a Plasma TV the 55PD8800TA performs brilliantly as a TV for watching sports on a sunny afternoon or as a high contrast home cinema display for watching a movie late in the evening As the heart of your home cinema the 55PD8800TA featur...

Page 15: ...deo processing while brightness is enhanced via a 150w lamp that produces an impressive 1200 ANSI Lumens The unique design of a Hitachi projector means it is easy to use and even easier to install in any location It can even be placed off centre of the screen yet still produce exceptional vision thanks to the horizontal lens shift function Transform your living room into a theatre with a Hitachi H...

Page 16: ...t Side Side Composite video with analogue audio RCA 3 1 front 3 1 side 3 1 side S video with analogue audio RCA 1 1 front 1 1 side 1 1 side Component video with analogue audio RCA 2 2 2 HDMI input 2 2 2 Analogue audio for HDMI DVI RCA 1 1 1 OTHER CONNECTIONS USB photo Yes SD card slot Yes RGB analogue PC input RGB Mini D sub 15P RGB Mini D sub 15P Headphone socket 3 5mm yes yes yes A V output 1 x ...

Page 17: ...omposite video with analogue audio RCA 3 1 side 3 1 front 3 1 side S video with analogue audio RCA 1 1 side 1 1 front 1 1 side Component video with analogue audio RCA 2 2 2 HDMI input 2 2 2 Analogue audio for HDMI DVI RCA 1 1 1 OTHER CONNECTIONS USB photo yes SD card slot yes RGB analogue PC input RGB Mini D sub 15P RGB Mini D sub 15P Headphone socket 3 5mm yes yes yes A V output 1 x Composite vid...

Page 18: ...alogue audio RCA 3 1 side 3 1 side 3 1 side 3 1 side S video with analogue audio RCA 1 1 side 1 1 side 1 1 side 1 1 side Component video with analogue audio RCA 2 2 2 2 HDMI input 2 1 1 1 Analogue audio for HDMI PC 3 5mm mini jack 1 1 1 1 OTHER CONNECTIONS USB photo SD card slot RGB analogue PC input RGB Mini D sub 15P RGB Mini D sub 15P RGB Mini D sub 15P Headphone socket 3 5mm yes yes yes yes A ...

Page 19: ...gory of video modes The number 1080 represents 1 080 lines of vertical resolution 1080 is considered an HDTV video mode The ALIS Alternate Lighting of Surfaces technology provides precise vertical 1024 x 1080 pixels and a high luminance effect by emitting light from even and odd numbered lines alternately every 1 50 of a second IPS In Plane Switching employs pairs of electrodes at the sides of eac...

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