A remarkably high-end viewing experience at an impressively accessible price. With high definition inputs and a beautiful gloss black design, these series of HDTVs delivers superior Hitachi technology in one of the most energy efficient, slim and beautiful televisions ever designed.
Description:
HDTV
Equipped with an HDTV Tuner for over the air, live Digital TV (DTV) broadcasts and QAM Tuner for unscrambled channels.
1080p Perfected
This HDTV meets standard HDTV resolution. 1920 pixels wide by 1080 pixels tall for clear details and smooth images.
Clear Fast Action
This HDTV displays 60 frames per second remarkably sharp and detailed images.
Pure Digital Input
HDMI® is the industry standard for the highest quality transmission of digital audio, video and data signals. This HDTV has 3 HDMI inputs for connecting your cable/satellite boxes, Blu-ray Disc players, computers, digital camcorders, gaming systems and more.
Component Input
Component connections deliver vivid high definition video and provide a quality solution for devices that don’t use HDMI® connectors.
UltraClear Picture
The Hitachi AntiGlare screen eliminates reflections so you can enjoy your HDTV even in challenging viewing environments.
Picture Perfect
Hitachi's state-of-the-art video processor is a supercomputer dedicated to video. The PicturePerfect processor produces an exceptionally sharp, detailed and noise free image.
High Quality Sound
Dolby® Digital offers high quality sound with HDTV broadcasts and other sources.
Surround Sound
Your HDTV's audio experience is enhanced with the Surround Sound Effect.
Optimize Sound Quality
Shape the sound to enhance high notes and deepen low notes.
High Gloss Piano Black
The high gloss piano black design is elegant and sophisticated.
Connect Your Computer
Share your favorite pictures or videos on your HDTV. All Hitachi TVs have RGB inputs, and the HDMI® input is compatible with computer DVI outputs.
Power Off Timer
Have you ever fallen asleep with the TV on Hitachi's sleep timer automatically turns off your HDTV after a selected time interval.
Closed Captions Capability
When closed captions are available, dialogue and sound descriptions can be added on screen in clear, easy to read text.
Energy Saving Design
Rest easy. Hitachi LCD TVs are energy efficient and ENERGY STAR® Qualified.
Auto Off
This HDTV includes several modes that help to conserve energy.
Features:
Design
Picture Performance
- 40" Class (40.00" diagonal)
- 1080p Perfected (1920x1080)
- Anti-Glare Screen
- New High Efficiency Liquid Crystal Display
- High Dynamic Contrast Ratio
- High Brightness
- Clear Motion Fast Response Time
- Long Life CCFL Backlight
- UltraWide Viewing Angle
- Picture Perfect Video Processor
- Automatic Film Processing
- 3D Y/C Comb Filter
- Adjustable Backlight
- 3 Color Temperatures
Convenience Features
- PC Input (RGB)
- English / Spanish / French OSD
- ATSC / NTSC / QAM tuner
- Picture Memory by Input
- 6 Aspect Modes
- V-Chip Parental Control
- Advanced Closed Caption
- Sleep Timer (120 Minutes)
- On Timer
- Auto Power Off
- USB Time Shift
Audio Performance Features
- Dolby® Digital/MTS Stereo/SAP
- 10W+10W Stereo Sound
- Surround Sound Effect
- Equalizer
Inputs/Outputs
- (3) HDMI®
- (1) Wideband Component Input
- (2) Composite Video Inputs
- (1) PC Input (RGB D-sub 15)
- (1) PC Audio Input
- (1) RF Antenna Input
- (1) Digital Audio Output (Coaxial)
- (1) Audio Output L/R (Variable)
- (1) USB Input (Software Updates/USB Time Shift)
Specifications
- Resolution: 1080p (1920x1080)
- Monitor Weight Without Stand: 30.9 lbs.
- Weight With Stand: 33.1 lbs.
- VESA® Compliant Mounting Points
- ENERGY STAR® Qualified
- California CEC
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Types of Televisions:
Plasma
In Plasma technology, the display itself consists of cells. Within each cell two glass panels are separated by a narrow gap in which neon-xenon gas is injected and sealed in plasma form. The gas is electrically charged at specific intervals when the Plasma set is in use. The charged gas then strikes red, green, and blue phosphors, thus creating a television image. Each group of red, green, and blue phosphors is called a pixel.
Some Advantages of Plasma Televisions are:
Larger Screen Sizes Available
Better Contrast Ratio, so Blacks are deeper
Better Color Saturation
Little to no lag in Fast Moving Images
Some Disadvantages of Plasma Televisions are:
Susceptible to Burn-Ins(Image is “burnt” onto the screen when left on the screen too long)
Generates a lot of heat
Does not perform well at high altitudes
LCD
LCD stands for liquid crystal display. These types of displays are made of two layers of transparent material, which are polarized, and are "glued" together. One of the layers is coated with a special polymer that holds the individual liquid crystals. Current is then passed through individual crystals, which allow the crystals to pass or block light to create images. LCD crystals do not produce their own light, so an external light source, such as florescent bulb is needed for the image created by the LCD to become visible to the viewer.
Some Advantages of LCD Televisions are:
Low energy consumption
Reduced Glare
No "burn-in" effect
Cool running temperatures
No high altitude issues
Greater Brightness
Lighter in weight
Some Disadvantages of LCD Televisions are:
Low contrast ratio
Fast Moving Images sometimes lag
Individual Pixels can burn out and cannot be replaced
Smaller Viewing Angle (although not significant difference)
DLP
DLP (Digital Light Processing) technology utilizes a small Digital Micromirror Device (DMD) to tilt more than 1.3 million micromirrors-each of them less than the width of a human hair-toward (ON) or away from (OFF) the light source inside the DLP. This process creates light or dark pixels on the face of the projection screen. The light then filters to a color wheel, which rotates 120 times per second, producing the correct hue. Each mirror can turn on or off several thousands of times per second resulting in a technology that can reproduce up to 1024 shades of gray.
Some Advantages of DLP Televisions are:
Little to no affection by ambient light
Better Contrast Ratio, so Blacks are deeper
High refresh rate
No lagging images or burn-ins
Not affected by altitudes
Tuner built-in in most models
The only thing that can burn out is the bulb, which can be replaced, so you could use this TV virtually forever
Many connections available - Can also be used as a monitor
Some Disadvantages of DLP Televisions are:
Must be viewed at eye level for the best picture
While a bulb will only cost around $200, a professional will need to install it, incurring an additional cost.
They are heavy and cannot easily be moved.
Direct View(CRT)
Direct-view TVs, also known as the traditional tube television, consist of a single cathode ray tube (CRT) and electron beam that excites and illuminates phosphors on the inside surface of the TV screen.
Some Advantages of CRT Televisions are:
Low in cost
Best black level, contrast, shadow detail and color performance of any video technology out there
Not affected by ambient light
Can be viewed from any angle
Very Long Life Expectancy
Some Disadvantages of CRT Televisions are:
Size and Weight of Television make it very heavy
Limited screen size - 38 inches is about the max for CRT TVs
Uses old technology
Choosing the Best TV Size:
Where you are putting your television and what you are using it for will determine the perfect TV size for your room.
Living (or Family) Room
For living rooms and other spaces with high TV use, 37 inch and larger are the most popular choices. In large rooms, the largest size possible is usually best.
Bedrooms
For bedrooms, offices and other medium-sized spaces, a tv that is from 26 to 37 inches is your best bet.
Kitchens & Smaller Rooms
For kitchens and smaller rooms where you will be close to the TV, a 15 to 19 inch screen is best suited.
Refer to the below chart for the mimimum distance you should be from the television.
| TV Viewing Distance Chart |
| Diagonal Size |
Minimum Viewing Distance |
Maximum Viewing Distance |
| 26" |
3 ft. |
6 ft. |
| 32" |
3.5 ft. |
7 ft. |
| 37" |
4 ft. |
8 ft. |
| 42" |
5 ft. |
10 ft. |
| 47" |
6 ft. |
12 ft. |
| 50" |
6.5 ft. |
13 ft. |
| 60" |
7 ft. |
15 ft. |
High Definition vs. Standard Definition
Standard definition is analog signals with resolution of 480i (480 lines drawn onscreen in an interlaced pattern, odd lines separately from even), the format in which TV content is delivered over regular analog broadcasts and basic (non-digital) cable. On the best TVs, the picture quality can be very good or even excellent, but it doesn't compare to the best that HD can offer.
Enhanced definition falls between standard and high definition. ED signals are digital, with resolution of 480p (480 lines scanned progressively). This is equivalent to DVD quality, which is a little better than standard definition but not as good as high definition. Some ED sets can accept HD signals, but they convert them to a lower resolution that they can display, so the picture quality won't match that of true HD. On the best EDTVs, it can be quite good.
High definition offers the best TV viewing possible. HD is a digital-TV format that contains more and finer detail than other formats, so images can have almost lifelike clarity. The picture quality can be stunning, especially on a large, wide-screen set. In technical terms, HD images have higher definition, meaning more picture elements (lines or pixels) make up each image. Most HD broadcasts today are either 1080i (1,080 lines drawn on-screen separately in an odd/even pattern, then interlaced to form one image) or 720p (720 lines scanned in one sweep, or progressively). Another HD format, 1080p, has 1,080 lines drawn in a progressive pattern, which potentially yields the finest detail. This format isn't yet being used for TV broadcasts, but some HD DVDs that support 1080p are expected to arrive this year. TVs with 1080p native resolution have already started to appear on the market.
The below chart explains further the difference between Standard and High Definition Signals.
| Resolution and Picture Quality Table |
| Picture Quality |
Good Quality |
Better Quality |
Best Quality |
| Standard Definition TV |
Standard Definition DVD |
Enhanced Definition TV |
720p High Definition TV |
1080i High Definition TV |
1080p High Definition TV/Blu-Ray |
| Aspect Ratio |
Full Screen 4:3 |
Full Screen 4:3/Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
| Resolution |
640 x 480 |
720 x 480 |
854 x 480 |
1280 x 720 |
1920 x 720 |
1920 x 720 |
| Scanning |
Interlaced |
Interlaced |
Progressive |
Progressive |
Interlaced |
Progressive |
| Which Audio/Video Connection is the best? |
| Connector Type |
Quality |
Signal Type |
Description |
| HDMI |
Highest |
Digital |
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed, all-digital signal that combines both audio and video. This connection gives you the optimal 1080p signal and up to 7.1 channel sound. |
| DVI |
Highest |
Digital |
DVI (Digital Video Interface) is a video connection that will deliver 1080p video signal, but it does not carry audio signals. |
| Component Video |
Good |
Analog |
Component Video, or RGB, is an analog signal connection that splits the video into 3 separate signals, 2 for color and 1 for brightness. The maximum resolution on this connection type is 720p or 1080i. |
| S-Video |
Decent |
Analog |
S-Video (S for Separate) is a type of component video signal because the color and brightness signals are transmitted on separate wires. S-Video is not used for high definition resolutions. |
| Composite Video |
Average |
Analog |
Composite, or RCA, connections can be found on almost all video components. Color and brightness pass over the same cable. Although it is the most common connection found, it is also the least quality. |
