Hitachi 50GX49B 50" Rear Projection Television
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1. AB CO Co 31 45 Citizen mS Colour Voice Comtronics 26 29 Contec Dae Ryung NO NO Everquest 10 18 04 39 44 53 11 26 7 GC Electronics General Instrument Hytex Jasco O Movie Time 30 32 34 NS 30 34 39 02 10 49 12 16 17 27 31 43 44 45 47 57 22 3 50 Panasonic Pioneer 06 11 20 C Regal Regency Rembrandt Scientific Atlanta Popular Mechanics I co NO NI C NO 18 21 42 482. 12 Do not use the television near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Never expose the television to rain or water If the set has been exposed to rain or water unplug television from wall outlet and refer to qualified service personnel 13 Choose a place where light artificial or sunlight does not shine directly on the screen 15 The television has slots or openings in the cabinet for ventilation purposes which provide reliable operation of the receiver and protect the television from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered Never cover the slots or openings with cloth or other material Doo E e Never block the bottom ventilation slots of the set by placing it on a bed sofa rug etc 0 2 f _ Never place the set near or over a radiator or heat register PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION 16 1 If an outside antenna is connected to the television be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code NFPA No 70 1975 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrode and requirements for the g
3. FREEZE function is used SINGLE FREEZE Press the button to freeze one frame of the picture you are currently viewing Press this button again or PIP to return to normal viewing STROBE FREEZE Press the FRZ button to freeze four frames of the picture you are currently viewing Press this button again or PIP to return to normal viewing This feature is useful for viewing a moving picture that has many details for example a close play in a sporting event or a golf swing Money Order OSINGLE 1 800 555 1012 ow STROBE A pattern burn may develop if the Sub Picture is left in the same corner permanently If the PIP feature is used frequently occasionally move the Sub Picture to a different corner You may also vary its position using the CURSOR 4 4 Y buttons NOTE 1 Only sound from the main picture can be heard 2 Each freeze frame is delayed about 0 1 1 10 second 3 The FREEZE function will display blank sub pictures when the COMPONENT Y CB CR Input source is set as main channel USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your VCR This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your VCR Refer to page 27 1 Turn ON your VCR 2 Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR 3 Press the VCR button to switch to the VCR pre coded mode 4 Hold down the VCR butto
4. These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier Use the Audio to Hi Fi output on the TV 3 These speakers are connected to the Rear Speaker 8 Ohm output on the TV OUT STEREO SYSTEM AMPLIFIER SURROUND SURROUND REQUIRED OPTIONAL EFFECT FEATURE SWITCH CONNECTION CONNECTION OFF Sp Matrix D 2 Receive mono and stereo sound Surround MATRIX Sp Matrix 1 3 2 Receive Movie Theater like sound Surround 3 his feature turns off teh TV s 2 internal speakers See page 10 for location of Surround Switch THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL CLU 435UI In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Color TV the new remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs CATV Cable TV and satellite converters with one touch Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area To operate your TV point the remote control at the remote sensor of the TV and press the TV button The remote will now control your television To operate your VCR point the remote at the remote sensor of the VCR and press the VCR button The remote will now control your VCR See page 25 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your VCR To operate your cable satellite box point the remote at the remote sensor of the cable satellite box and press the CABLE pT button The remote will now control your cable satellite box See page 26 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your cable sat
5. laserdisc player The mode VIDEO disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds 5 Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel Optional see tips on page 12 IMPUT FVERMIBA HITACHI MODEL ce aimi modal CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER OR DVD PLAYER TO INPUT 2 1 Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 Y jack as shown on the TV set below 2 Connect the cable from the CB OUT or B Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 CB jack as shown on the TV set below 3 Connect the cable from the CR OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 CR jack as shown on the TV set below 4 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 2 AUDIO R jack 5 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 2 AUDIO L jack 6 Press the INPUT button until VIDEO 2 appears to view the program from the Laserdisc or DVD player The mode VIDEO 2 disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds 7 Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel r COMPONENT 4 Y TW INPUT 2 HITACHI MODEL or similar model AUDIO SYSTEM SET UP Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound requirements D The television s internal speakers 2
6. that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hitachi America Ltd Home Electronics Division may void the user s authority to operate the equipment POWER SOURCE This projection television is designed to operate on 120 volts 60Hz AC current Insert power cord into a 120 volt 60Hz outlet TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THE TELEVISION S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE NEVER CONNECT THE TV TO 50Hz DIRECT CURRENT OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE NOTE This television receiver will display television closed captioning a or Lj in accordance with paragraph 15 119 of the FCC rules A CAUTION Never remove the back cover of the television as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards If the television does not operate properly unplug the television and call your authorized dealer or service shop SAFETY TIPS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TELEVISION CAUTION Read all of these instructions Save these instructions for later use Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television Our reputation has been built on the quality performance and ease of service of HITACHI televisions Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units To
7. Doo E HITACHI PROJECTION COLOR TV 50GX49B OPERATING GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT IMPORTANT Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this projection television WARNING RISK DF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons A The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS COLOR TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTURE NOTE There are no user serviceable parts inside the television Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the television This television is not intended for use in a computer room CAUTION Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions as improper changes or modifications not expressed approved by Hitachi could void the user s authority to operate the TV MODIFICATIONS The FCC requires the user to be notified
8. a Hst gt E s T REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers and pulling the cover off 2 Insert two new AA size batteries for the remote control When replacing old batteries push them towards the springs and lift them out 3 Match the batteries to the and marks in the battery compartment 4 Replace the cover BOTTOM VIEW b RNC Lift up on tab t remove back cover HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV ANTENNA Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for the best performance However if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and multiple image ghosts an indoor antenna may be sufficient Doo E LOCATION Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the picture screen Also be sure that the location selected allows a free flow of air to and from the perforated back cover of the set To avoid cabinet warping cabinet color changes and increased chance of set failure do not place the TV where temperatures can become excessively hot for example in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance etc VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Projection Television is its large viewing
9. ables be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of each cable zu m ou Type 75 Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector 300 Ohm Twin Lead Connector For connecting RF signals antenna or cable TV to the This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna jack on the television antenna adaptor 300 Ohm to 75 Ohm A t T LT i mU v ira E ie Dur e L i Ta Tii ri ML E TT 4 Phono Connector S Video Super Video Connector Used on all standard video and audio cables which This connector is used on camcorders VCRs and connect to inputs and outputs located on the television s aserdisc players with an S Video feature in place of the rear jack panel and front control panel standard video cable to produce a high quality picture ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL 1 VHF 75 Ohm antenna CATV Cable TV When using a 75 Ohm coaxial cable system connect the outdoor antenna or CATV coaxial cable to the ANT A 75 Ohm terminal If you have a second antenna or cable TV system connect the coaxial cable to the ANT B terminal To outdoor antenna or CATV cable To autdoar antenna nr LI TV cable To second anlenna or cabin system 2 VHF 300 Ohm antenna UHF antenna When using a 300 Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna connect the VHF or UHF antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF
10. adaptor Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the TV To outdoor VHF or UHF Antenna autdoor V HE ar UHF 3 When both VHF and UHF antennas connected Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal and connect the cables to the antenna mixer Consult your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer n WHF hi antenna Anbenna system C01 7 ee c Arion mixer FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW Pe HITACHI Push open door and pull forward and down C MENU Button This button allows you to enter the MENU making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote 2 INPUT EXIT button Press this button to select the current antenna source VIDEO 1 2 or alternate antenna source Your selection 1s shown in the top right corner of the screen This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode CHANNEL Selector Press these buttons until the desired channel appears at the top right corner of the TV screen These buttons also serve as the cursor down and up buttons when in MENU mode amp VOLUME Level Press these buttons for your desired sound level The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen These buttons also serve as the cursor left 4 and right gt buttons when in MENU mode G POWER Button Press this button to turn the TV on o
11. best performance video and audio cables should be made from coaxial shielded wire Before Operating External Video Source The input mode is changed every time the INPUT button is pressed as shown below Connect an external source to the INPUT terminal then press the INPUT button as necessary to view the input source See page 21 INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER E 12 VIDEO MEM TINO pce socom obec DOR RR CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER 1 Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT VIDEO jack on the TV set below 2 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT MONO L AUDIO jack 3 Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player The VIDEO mode disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds 4 Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel VCR VIDEO OUT SMUTO OUT TV INPUT TERMINAL CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER 1 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT VIDEO jack on the TV set below 2 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT AUDIO R jack 3 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT AUDIO L jack 4 Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or
12. creen Displays 9 RECALL button Press this button when no menu is displayed when you want to chaeck the channel being received the picture source if the channel has stereo ST or second audio program SAP the time CHANNEL ID if the Channel Skip C C function is activated if SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER is set and if the SLEEP timer 15 set Inpul is connected bo Video 1 When a COMPONENT Y CgCg Input is connected to Video 2 10 MENU CURSOR Buttons All the On Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using these buttons The MENU button will start the On Screen Display The CURSOR buttons will highlight functions or adjust and set different features 11 CHANNEL SKIP button Press this button when no menu is displayed and the TV will tune to the last channel viewed The user can change stations SURF to any station they wish and after 90 seconds tune back to the original channel 12 SLEEP Button Press this button to display the SLEEP TIMER in the lower left corner of the screen Every subsequent press of this button will add 15 minutes to the timer up to a maximum of three hours Once set use RECALL when you want to view time remaining If the SLEEP button is pressed while the timer is set it will reset to the original condition 13 INPUT Button The INPUT button will seletct between both antenna signals and the three sets of video input jacks each time the button is pressed If the Picture
13. ctions zm 20 If the television does not operate normally by following the operating instructions unplug the television from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified service technician to restore the television to normal operation 21 If your television is to remain unused for a period of time such as when going on a holiday turn the television OFF and unplug it from the wall outlet IF THIS TELEVISION DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY 22 If you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in your operating instructions do not attempt any pT further adjustment Unplug the television and call your dealer or service technician 23 Whenever the television is damaged or fails or if there is a distinct change in performance that indicates a need for service unplug the television and have it checked by a qualified service technician IE 24 It is normal for some televisions to make occasional snapping or popping sounds particularly when being turned on or off If the snapping or popping is continuous or frequent unplug the set and consult your dealer or service technician 25 Do not use attachments not recommended by the television manufacturer as they may cause hazards 26 If replacement par
14. ellite box CURSOR CONTROL COGIC C G HETAC HI E Lid 1 These buttons allow the remote to control your TV VCR or cable satellite box depending on which mode is chosen as explained above 2 3 LIGHT BUTTON When you are in a dark room press the light button 2 on the side of the remote to light up the buttons shown in 3 The light will stay on for aobut 8 seconds if the light button is not pressed again These buttons will not appear to light if the room is too bright 4 PRECODED VCR BUTTONS These buttons always transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes 5 TV VCR BUTTON When the remote is in the TV of VCR mode this is the TV VCR button When the remote is in the CABLE mode this is the A B button HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV 8 9 FP d3 2 LUA 1 POWER Button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode If a Special Event Reminder is set it will be displayed when the is first turned on See page 52 2 PICTURE IN PICTURE buttons See separate section on pages 22 for a description 3 PIP CH Button Use the PIP CH button to select between main picture and sub picture tuning The channel number which is green indicates which channel is being controlled 4 HELP Button Press this button when a menu is displayed to view HELP text which gives a description of the displayed menu The HELP text will be dis
15. emoved from thesereen 2 SWAP Button If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the Sub Picture press the SWAP button 3 MOVE Button To move the sub picture to another corner press the MOVE button The sub picture moves one step conterclockwise every time the MOVE button is pressed Example below illustrates the MOVE operation for initial shipping conditions If you have customized a PIP position the MOVE operation may differ slightly from this example AMT 10 WIDE 1 gt oO 25 NGLE 10 s SINGLE 10 SU FF 1 VIDEO 1 SSIMGLE GOSURF It is also possible to customize the PIP position To do this wait until the On Screen Display disappears about eight seconds and then use the CURSOR w 4 4 buttons EIGHT z AFTER pi 6 SECONDS yy 4 FREEZE FRZ Button With PIP ON If you wish to freeze the Sub Picture press the FRZ button This is convenient when trying to write down the address for a mail order company recording statistics for a sporting event etc To return the picture to motion press the FRZ button again 5 FREEZE FRZ Button With PIP OFF Press the FRZ button to freeze one or four frames of the picture depending on the mode previously selected SINGLE or STROBE To change FREEZE modes use cursor 4 or W o select which type of FREEZE mode you wish to view The new selection will appear the next time the
16. eo output S Video signal needs to be input to input 1 or input 2 Audio to Hi Fi These jacks provide variable audio output to a separate stereo amplifier With this connection the audio to the stereo can be controlled by the television s main volume 5 S Video Inputs 1 and 2 Inputs 1 and 2 provides S Video Super Video jacks for connecting equipment with S Video output capability 5 Y CB CR Input 2 36UX59B and 32UX59B models This input provides Y CB CR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability such as a DVD Player 7 Speaker Matrix Surround Switch Use this switch to choose between the surround and external speaker features See Page 17 for Audio System Setup The TV s Internal Speakers will be switched off when EXT is selected 8 Rear Speaker Terminals These terminals are used to connect external speakers which are used for the surround sound feature The volume level is controlled by the remote control main volume buttons Use speakers with 8 Ohm impedance only Ouiside or cable TV coaxial cable Laserdesc player etc Optional see tips on page 12 Laserdisec player VGA carmowder eir zu Lex DO OC S m lO Stereo Gysb Typical full feature setup Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER TO THE TV OFF Press t
17. he Right Speaker red button and insert the positive lead wire into the hole next to the button Once the wire is in place pull the red button back to original position and the wire is locked into place In the same manner press the Right Speaker black button and insert the negatvie lead wire Repeat this procedure for the Left Speaker TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS S Video connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players VCRs etc that have this feature Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature If your device has only one audio output mono sound connect it to the left audio jack on the TV Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook up cables A single VCR can be used for VCR 1 and VCR 2 but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output INPUT 1 in the example on page 11 Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line You may use VIDEO OR COMPONENT Y CB CR inputs to connect to Input 2 but note that only one of these may be used at a time Connect only 1 component to each input jack COMPONENT Y CBCR connections are provided for high performance components such as DVD players Use these connections in place of the standard video connections if your device has this feature When using the Y CBCR input jacks connect your components audio output to
18. he TV USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX SATELLITE FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your cable satellite box This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes and satellite systems You must first program the remote to match the remote system in your cable satellite box Refer to page 27 1 Turn ON your cable satellite box 2 Aim the remote control at the front of your cable satellite box 3 Press the CABLE button on the remote to switch to cable satellite mode 4 Hold down the CABLE button on the remote enter the two digit preset code that matched your cable satellite box as shown on page 36 The remote will turn off your cable satellite box when the correct two digit preset code is entered When pT this occurs the remote control is programmed for your cable satellite box If the cable satellite box does not turn off after five seconds try another two digit preset code 5 The remote will now control your cable satellite box CURSOR CONTROL 1 CABLE Button This button allows the remote to control your cable satellite box by setting it to cable 2 PRECODED CABLE SATELLITE Box Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded CABLE SATELLITE codes 3 EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV CABLE SATELLITE AND VCR CODES CABLE BRAND CODES 00 07 08 18 19 21 37 38 53 12 25 40 Belcor Cable Star 33 Century 2 gt
19. help you operate these products properly this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television Please fill out your warranty card and mail it to HITACHI This will enable HITACHI to notify you promptly in the improbable event that a safety problem should be discovered in your product model FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY go This television set is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug oS 2 When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed unplug this television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel 3 Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock MITT Epi ac 4 Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord and do not place the television where the power cord is subject to traffic or abuse This may result in a shock or fire hazard 5 Do not attempt to service this television yourself as opening or removing covers may ex
20. in Picture is on the INPUT button will select between the three sets of video input jacks and both antenna sources when main channel is chosen with the PIP CH button If the sub picture is chosen the INPUT button will select between the three sets of video input jacks and the ANT A antenna source ANT B source cannot be displayed as a PIP sub picture and COMPONENT Y CB CR Input 2 source will be displayed as a blank PIP Sub picture IHPLIT KS S PICTURE IN PICTURE PIP Your HITACHI Projection TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment This Dual Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and Sub Picture simultaneously with separate tuning control for each The Dual Tuner can operate with only one input ANT A only or two inputs ANT A and ANT B pT ANT A input can be viewed as both the main picture and Sub Picture simultaneously ANT B and COMPONENT Y CB CR Input 2 sources can only be viewed as a main picture To select between main picture and PIP Sub Picture tuning press PIP CH button on the remote Every press of the PIP CH will highlight the main or sub PIP source The top channel display is the main picture and the bottom display is the sub picture This method of picture tuning is the same for one antenna input ANT A only and two antenna inputs ANT A and ANT B The Picture in Picture feature is convenient when you want to watch more than one program at the same
21. n on the remote enter the two digit preset code that matches your VCR as shown on page 27 The remote will turn off your VCR when the correct two digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your VCR If the VCR does not turn off after five seconds try a different two digit preset code 5 The remote will now control your VCR NOTES 1 If your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your VCR s code has not been precoded into the remote 2 In the unlikely event that your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your VCR operating guide 3 The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above 4 If your VCR does not have a power function the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function 5 The MENU button will act as the VCR MENU button for HITACHI VCRs 6 The LST CH button will act as your VCR ENTER button if required 7 The SLEEP button will act as your VCR 100 button if required 1 VCR Button This button allows the remote to control your VCR by setting it to VCR mode 2 PRECODED VCR Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes For some VCRs you must press the RECORD button twice to record a program 3 EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating t
22. played every time a MENU is displayed until this button is pressed again FOR A DEEPER E PORA DRR DECREASE CONTRAST CONTRAST b M BAIGHTNESS iH BRIGHTNESS COLOR To _____ gt 65 COLOR SHA gt sia SHARPHESS 4 b sos SHARPNESS RESET RESET ADVARICED ADWANCED SETTINGS SETTINGS MENU TO MENU BAR NENU MENU BAR T QuiT EXIT TO QUIT 5 LAST CHANNEL LST CH Button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed Good for watching two sporting evens etc 7 VOLUME MUTE Buttons Press the VOLUME up down button until you obtain the desired sound level To reduce the sound to one half of normal volume SOFT MUTE to answer the telephone etc press the MUTE button Press the MUTE button again to turn the sound off completely MUTE To restore the sound press the MUTE button one more time or press the VOLUME up Ah button 4 CHANNEL SELECTOR Buttons CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons are used to set Family Favorites Channel Memory etc Enter two or three numbers to select channels Enter 0 first for channels 1 to 9 For channels 100 and above press the 1 button wait until another dash appears next to the channel display on your TV then enter the remaining two numbers using the number buttons Channel selection may also be performed by pressing CH up or down 8 EXIT button When in MENU mode this button will exit all ON S
23. pose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel re pT 6 Never push objects of any kind into this television set through the television cabinet s slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the television if JL a leq acre df 7 7 If the television has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged unplug this television from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel 8 If liquid has been spilled into this television set unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel 10 Unplug this television from the wall outlet before cleaning Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners 11 1 Do not place this television on an unstable cart stand or table The television may fall causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the appliance Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the television Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer 11 2 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION
24. r off POWER light You will see a red light when the TV is turned on AI Artificial Intelligence sensor The artificial Intelligence sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of light in the room to give the best picture See page 48 pT REMOTE CONTROL Sensor Point your remote control at this area when selecting channels adjusting volume etc ODIGITAL ARRAY Use this button to enter Digital Array mode This will allow you to adjust your picture quality to optimum performance See page 37 FIRST TIME USE D Antenna Input Output The remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75 Ohm RF antenna inputs ANT A and ANT B ANT A input can be displayed as a main picture or sub picture ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub picture The antenna output labeled TO CONVERTER allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source such as a cable box when ANT B is displayed as a main picture Audio Video Inputs 1 2 The INPUT button will step through each video source and antenna source input each time it is pressed Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices such as VCRs camcorders laserdisc players DVD players etc If you have mono sound insert the audio cable into the left channel jack Monitor Out These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording To have S Vid
25. rounding electrode os BPs nac Pe F moy n EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS 16 2 Note to CATV system installer Only for television with CATV reception This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical 17 An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical lights or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be 18 For added protection for the television during a lightning storm or when it is unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect antenna This will prevent damage due to lightning and power line surges OPERATION OF YOUR TELEVISION Mm ml 19 This television should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home consult your dealer or local power company For televisions designed to operate from battery power refer to the operating instru
26. screen To see this large screen at its best test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot ofr viewing The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the TV and about 10 to 18 feet from the screen Picture brightness decreases as the viewer moves to the left and right of the receiver During daylight hours reflections from outside light may appear on the screen If so drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can be located in a different section of the room If the TV s audio output will be connected to a Hi Fi system s external speakers the best audio performance will be obtained by placing the speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as possible to the height of the picture screen center For best stereo separation place the external speakers at least four feet from the side of the TV place the surround speakers to the side or behind the viewing area Differences in room sizes and acoustical environments will require some experimentation with speaker placement for best performance HOOK UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS Most video audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors For best performance video cables should use 75 Ohm coaxial shielded wire Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio video products Below are illustrations and names of common connectors Before purchasing any c
27. the TV s Input 2 Left and Right Audio input jacks Doo E Your component outputs may be labeled Y B Y and R Y In this case connect the components B Y output to the TV s CB input and the components R Y output to the TV s CR input It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR ON to obtrain optimum picture quality when using the Y CB CR inputs See pages 47 and 48 To ensure no copyright infringement the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal when using Y CB CR jacks When using the Y CB CR jacks Input 2 will be viewed as a blank PIP sub picture See page 22 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control connect the system as shown below REAR OF Ty SET AUDIO TO HI FI TERMINAL TO AUDIO INPUT TERMINAL T d OF EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER Pm B 75 uD essa UW 2 i o Quo cm a j EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER SPEAKERS SPEAKERS CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR camcorder laserdisc player to your TV set is dependent on the model and features of each component Check the owner s manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions However you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components and features For
28. time You can watch a TV program while viewing other programs from the ANT A source or any of the video inputs Bae ed WV A 9000 LLG GUT PLT Hack a A 1 PIP button Press the PIP button and a Sub Picture appears in one of the two different modes SINGLE or SURF depending on the last selection of the PIP mode To change the PIP mode use the CURSOR OR W buttons and the new selection will appear the next time the PIP function is used SINGLE MODE PIP Press the PIP button and a sub picture appears in one corner of the screen Press the button again to reduce the size of the sub picture Press teh PIP button a third time to remove the sub picture from the screen Use the PIP CH button to select between main and sub picture tuning control indicated by highlight Press teh INPUT button when sub picture channel tuning is being controlled to change between VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 and ANT A antenna source ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub picture and COMPONENT Y CB CR Input 2 source will be displayed as a blank sub picture Main Picture Sub Picture PICTURE IN PICTURE CONT SURF MODE PIP This feature will automatically scan all active channel numbers those set in memory and display them as PIP sub pictures along the right edge of the screen Press the PIP button a second time to remove the sub pictures from the screen pT __2 a chamel is tuned during this SURF scanning subpitures will be r
29. ts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards i 27 Upon completion of any service or repairs to the television ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the television is in safe operating condition PICTURE CAUTIONS Picture Burn Prevention Continuous on screen displays such as video games stock market quotations computer generated graphics and other fixed non moving patterns can cause permanent damage to projection television receivers Such PATTERN BURNS constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty When using Picture in Picture function the sub picture should not be left permanently in one corner of the screen or a PATTERN BURN may develop over a long period of time Public Viewing of Copyrighted Material Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies as well as programs from other sources may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material ACCESSORIES Check to make sure that you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material 1 Remote Control Unit CLU 435UI Part No HL00726 2 Two AA size 1 5V batteries For Remote Control Unit a 12222 ame EEE Mak
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