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42” Class (42.02” Diagonal)
UltraVision® LCD Flat Panel HDTV
$1099

 

Overview

The new Hitachi UltraVision® is simply the ultimate high definition HDTV. From the stunning Full HD 1080p 120Hz picture quality to the convenience of 7 high definition inputs, UltraVision delivers superior Hitachi technology in one of the most energy efficient, slim and beautiful televisions ever designed.

Features

HDTV

HDTV
Equipped with HDTV tuner for over the air, live Digital TV (DTV) broadcasts and QAM tuner for unscrambled cable channels.

1080p

1080p Perfected
This HDTV meets the highest HDTV resolution. 1920 pixels wide by 1080 pixels tall results in clearer details and smoother images.

5HDMI

Pure Digital Input
HDMI™ is the industry standard for the highest possible digital audio, video, and data signals. The L42S503 model has 4 HDMI inputs for connecting your cable/satellite boxes, Blu-ray Disc players, computers, digital camcorders, gaming systems and more.

2components

Component Inputs
Component connections deliver vivid high definition video and offer a convenient solution for devices that don’t use HDMI™ connectors.

120Hz

UltraClear Fast Action
The most popular HDTV broadcasts deliver only 30 frames per second. This HDTV displays 120 frames per second by calculating new picture information to make images remarkably sharp and clear.

reel120

Smooth Movie Motion
Movies are filmed at only 24 frames per second. This HDTV's advanced processing power delivers 120 frames per second, five times faster than ordinary movies. The resulting picture is smoother and has more visible detail than ever before possible.

PC ready

Connect Your computer
Have you ever wanted to share your favorite pictures or videos from your computer on a big screen TV? The Alpha Series TVs include an RGB input so you can hook your computer directly to the big screen.

EnergyStar

Energy Saving Design
Rest easy. All of the UltraVision LCD TVs are energy efficient and ENERGY STAR® qualified.

x.v.color

x.v.Color™
Experience more vivid colors than standard HDTV

Deep color

Deep Color
Experience colors that are more realistic than ever before possible.

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Preprogrammed Remote
The ULTRAVISION remote is preprogrammed to easily operate compatible cable or satellite tuners, DVD players, VCRs and AV Receivers.

Swivel

Optimize Your Viewing
The lightweight, elegant design easily swivels to provide multiple viewing positions.

antiglare

Ultra Clear Picture
The Hitachi antiglare screen eliminates reflections so you can enjoy your HDTV without unwanted distractions.

PicturePerfect

Picture Perfect
Hitachi's state of the art video processor is a supercomputer dedicated to video. Hitachi has over 50 years of experience in fine tuning television pictures and the PicturePerfect processor produces an exceptionally sharp, detailed and noise free image.

GameMode

Fast Response Time
The Hitachi game mode optimizes the picture for great game playing speed and a clear picture.

Headphones

Headphone Ready
The convenient headphone jack lets you listen to your TV without disturbing others.

contrast

Deep Rich Picture
Dynamic Contrast makes the whites whiter and the blacks blacker for a deep, rich picture.

SRS

Enveloping Sound
SRS TruSurround HD™ is a suite of audio processing technologies that makes dialog more audible and envelops you in clear sound.

dolby

High Quality Sound
Dolby® Digital offers high quality sound with HDTV broadcasts and other sources.

SleepTimer

Power Off Timer
Have you ever fallen asleep with the TV on? Hitachi’s sleep timer can automatically turn off your TV after a selected time of up to 3 hours.

Intellisensor

Closed Captions Capability
When closed captions are available, dialog and sound descriptions can be added on screen in clear, easy to read text.

Eco

Energy Saving Modes
This HDTV includes several modes that are programmed to save energy.

Detailed Specifications

Design

  • High Gloss Black
  • Elliptical Swivel Stand

Picture Performance

  • 42” Class (42.02” diagonal)
  • 1080p Perfected (1920x1080)
  • Reel120™ Motion Correction
  • Super-Clear Anti-Glare Screen
  • New High Efficiency Liquid Crystal Display
  • High Dynamic Contrast Ratio
  • High Brightness
  • Clear Motion Fast Response Time 4ms
  • Long Life CCFL Backlight
  • UltraWide Viewing Angle: 176:176
  • PicturePerfect Video Processor
  • Picture Memory by Input
  • Automatic Film Processing
  • Dynamic Contrast (On, Normal)
  • Game Mode
  • 3D Y/C Comb Filter
  • 3 Color Temperatures

Convenience Features

  • Universal Remote Control
  • PC Input (RGB)
  • English / Spanish / French
  • ATSC / NTSC / QAM tuner
  • 6 Aspect Modes
  • Custom Input Labels
  • V-Chip Parental Control: (V2.0)
  • Advanced Closed Caption
  • Sleep Timer (5-240 Minutes)

Audio Performance Features

  • SRS TruSurround HD™
  • MTS/SAP
  • 24W Stereo Sound

Inputs/Outputs

  • (4) HDMI™ (V.1.3 with x.v.Color™, Deep Color, 1080p 24/60) (3 Back, 2 Side)
  • (2) Wideband Component Inputs
  • (2) Composite Video Inputs
  • (2) S-Video Inputs
  • (1) PC Input (RGB D-sub 15)
  • (1) PC Audio Input
  • (1) RF Antenna Input
  • (1) Digital Audio Output (Optical)
  • (1) USB Input for Software Upgrade

Specifications

  • Resolution: 1080p (1920 x 1080)
  • Monitor Weight Without Stand: 36.7
  • Weight With Stand: 41.9 lbs.
  • VESA® Compliant Mounting Points
  • ENERGY STAR® Qualified

Shipping Information

  • Boxed Shipping Dimensions: W: 44.49” H: 31.81” D: 8.66”
  • Shipping Weight: ~50.5 lbs.

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