Technical Information
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Technical
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 (
∗
1) with an HDMI or DVI output terminal, such as a DVD player, a set
top box or a game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully
wired) cable. About connections, see “External Equipment” (p. 40, 41).
Applicable HDMI features
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
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“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 44)
Match the output setting of the digital equipment.
Input PC signal :
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“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 44)
Match the output setting of the PC.
VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5) :
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“VIERA Link” (p. 35)
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
adapter cable (
∗
3).
When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal
(HDMI1 / 2: use AV2 audio terminals / HDMI3: use AV3 audio terminals).
Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI1 / 2 / 3 Input” in the Sound Menu. (p. 22)
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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)
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copyright protection.
An equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either
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“COMPONENT” or “VIDEO” to receive analogue signals.
This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology.
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A PC may be connected to this TV so that the PC screen is displayed and sound is heard from the TV.
PC signals that can be inputted: Horizontal scanning frequency 31 to 69 kHz; vertical scanning
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frequency 59 to 86 Hz. More than 1,024 signal lines could result in incorrect display of the image.
A PC adapter is not necessary for the DOS/V-compliant D-sub 15-pin connector.
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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
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p. 44.
Max. display resolution
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Aspect
4:3
768 × 768 pixels
16:9
1,024 × 768 pixels
D-sub 15-pin connector signal
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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)
(
∗
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.
HDMI connection
PC connection
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