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
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. 58 - 60).
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. 63)
Match the output setting of the digital equipment.
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Input PC signal :
“Input signal that can be displayed” (p. 63)
Match the output setting of the PC.
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VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 5) :
[VIERA Link] (p. 53)
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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. 27)
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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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An 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 that enables the transmission of digital sound signals via an
HDMI cable.
3
: Enquire at your local digital equipment retailer shop.
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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. 63.
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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)
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