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Technical Information
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 a
game equipment, can be connected to the HDMI terminal using an HDMI compliant (fully wired) cable.
For information about connections, see “External Equipment” (p. 92).
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
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“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 98)
Match the output setting of the digital equipment.
Input PC signal :
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“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 98)
Match the output setting of the PC.
VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5) :
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“VIERA Link” (p. 87)
Content Type
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Deep Colour
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Audio Return Channel
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(HDMI2 terminal only)
DVI connection
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If the external equipment has only a DVI output, connect to the HDMI terminal via a DVI to HDMI adapter cable
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When the DVI to HDMI adapter cable is used, connect the audio cable to the audio input terminal (HDMI1 / 2 / 3:
use COMPONENT-AUDIO terminals / HDMI4: use AV3 audio terminals).
Note
Audio settings can be made on the “HDMI1 / 2 / 3 / 4 Input” in the Sound Menu. (p. 33)
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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
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protection.
Equipment having no digital output terminal may be connected to the input terminal of either “COMPONENT”,
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S-VIDEO”, or “VIDEO” to receive analogue signals.
This TV incorporates HDMI™ technology.
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1): The HDMI logo is displayed on HDMI-compliant equipment.
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2): Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
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3): Audio Return Channel (ARC) is a function to be able to
send digital sound signals via an HDMI cable.
PC connection
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 frequency
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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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Note
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
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“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 98)
Max. display resolution
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Aspect
4:3
1,440 × 1,080 pixels
16:9
1,920 × 1,080 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)
