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Hitachi 57T600 Projection Television User Manual

1. THUMB THUMB STICK STICK i Video Video Picture Mode Sports Picture Mode Contrast 100 MENEEEEEEEEEEN Sports Reset Brightness 50 m THUMB OMovies Color O News Tint W 1 gt p Music Sharpness 50 Vertical Position Magic Focus Color System Advanced Settings Move GED Select Move Return Use THUMB STICK A or V to highlight Picture Mode settings When SPORTS mode is selected the following are automatically set CONTRAST 100 COLOR TEMPERATURE HIGH LOUDNESS OFF PERFECT VOLUME OFF BASS 63 SURROUND SRS and BBE When MOVIES mode is selected the following are automatically set CONTRAST 60 COLOR TEMPERATURE STANDARD SHARPNESS 40 BASS 63 LOUDNESS OFF PERFECT VOLUME OFF SURROUND SRS BBE and BBE Mach3Bass NOTE MOVIE MODE 3 2 PULLDOWN DETECTION SPECIAL FEATURE Theatrical movies are shot on film at 24 frames or still pictures per second instead of 30 frames or 60 fields like video When film is transferred to video for television viewing the disparity between the two frame rates must be reconciled This involves a process known as 3 2 pulldown When MOVIE mode is selected from the Picture Mode menu you
2. Channel Guide Event Timer Channel Guide Event Timer 4 XETV DT KPBS HD T Not Set 1 of Cod Ant C KBBS HD ee THOME GUIDE 4 00PM 5 00PM 3 Not Set 4 Not of Green Gables 15 2 5 Not Set 6 Not Set 7 Not Set 8 Not Set Move GED Select Move THUMB THUMB STICK STICK Oe Channel Guide Event Timer Channel Guide Event Timer DATE START FINISH CH MODE DATE START FINISH CH MODE 1 07 10 02 gt VCR THUMB 1 07 10 02 gt VCR m STICK Daily Wk1y Sun 20 gt gt Mon Fri Wk1y Mon IMon Sat Wkly Tue Wk1y wWed WkT1y Thu Wkly Fri Wkly Sat To Set Done Move 0 1 Change Month Done Use THUMB STICK A 4 to highlight chosen DATE options Press down on THUMBSTICK to select Use THUMBSTICK P to highlight START TIME Use Number buttons to set START TIME example Press 0 4 3 0 Use THUMBSTICK V to highlight AM or PM Press down THUMBSTICK to select example PM Use THUMBSTICK P to highlight FINISH TIME example Press 0 5 0 0 Use THUMBSTICK V to highlight AM or PM Press down THUMBSTICK to select example Use THUMBSTICK P to highlight CH Channel Number Use number
3. content Locks Locks Change Access Code Movie Ratings Engage Lock Status THUMB TV Time Lock THUMB Not Rated f STICK Movie Ratings STICK G TV Ratings PG _ gt _ gt Canadian Ratings Eng PG 13 f Canadian Ratings R Move GED Select NC 17 x 4 Move Return Use THUMB STICK A or V to select the MOVIE RATING category that you want to block Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RATING that you have selected Once rating is selected for example PG 13 all movies rated PG 13 and higher R NC 17 and X will be blocked Press EXIT to quit menu or select MOVIE RATING to return to the previous menu Motion Picture Ratings Chart General audiences All ages admit ted Parental guidance suggested Some material may not be suitable for children Parents strongly cautioned Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13 Restricted Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian No one 17 and under admitted Adults only Contains no rating Not Rated NR and Not Applicable NA pro NOT RATED NR grams Movie has not been rated or ratings do not apply 57 AV IdSIa N33HDS NO TV Ratings LOCKS Use TV RATINGS to block from showing any programs or m
4. Magic Focus Color System Advanced Settings 3 Move GED Select THUMB STICK S Video Video Advanced Settings Advance d Settings Color Temperature Color Temperature OHigh O Medium OStandard THUMB OHigh O Medium OStandard D Dimmer SUCK O Dimmer DAuto Color re DAuto Color Reduction D Noise Reduction Scan Velocity Modulation Scan Velocity Modulation OBlack Level Expansion Level Expansion Black Side Panel D Black Side Panel 4 Move Return Move GED On Off Use THUMB STICK to highlight functions Press down on THUMB STICK to select the function setting When the function has an in the box it is ON Press down on THUMB STICK to change COLOR TEMPERATURE setting When the function shows a e it is selected Press EXIT to quit menu Color Temperature Set this to High for less intense colors with more blue set to Medium for hot colors with more red or set to Standard for standard colors Dimmer Turn ON the Dimmer to reduce picture contrast and brightness automatically when viewing in a dark room Auto Color The AUTO COLOR function automatically monitors and adjusts the color to maintain constant color
5. Set The Channels Lant Com Source Antenna OCable Signal Meter Auto Channel Scan Start Move Select THUMB STICK The Channels Lant com Source Antenna OCable Signal Meter Auto Channel Scan Are You Sure Start Yes No Move Select THUMB THUMB STICK STICK Set The Channels Ant DTV Auto Channel Scan N Scanning Channel Number 66 Cancel 000 000 Cancel Press down on THUMB STICK to cancel Auto Channel Scan Press EXIT to quit menu 65 AV1dSIG N1349S NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY SETUP Auto Channel Scan must be performed first when using ANT C for the first time When in ANT C only channels stored in Channel Manager during Auto Channel Scan can be tuned using the number buttons on the remote control see pages 54 55 and 65 When Source Cable is selected performing Auto Channel Scan in ANT C will also store scrambled channels in its memory These channels will be shown as blank on the screen when the channel selector buttons on the remote control are used Please use CHANNEL MANAGER menu to skip Scan Off these scrambled channels see page 54 Turning the power off while execu
6. Video Video Audio Picture Mode Sports Ch Manager Contrast 100 THUMB Brightness 50 Locks STICK Setup Color 50 RBREEN Tint Move Sel gt Sharpness 50 105 Vertical Position 1 Magic Focus Color System Advanced Settings Move Select Adjustment Point Cursor Video Magic Focus Aligns the Red Green and Blue colors to correct for Magnetic Influences THUMB Adjustment Mode OAuto O At Turn Off Hd Manual After 90 days If you want to adjust now start Move Return If convergence is acceptable after Manual Convergence adjustment press EXIT button to access menu mode DONE 1 CANCEL 2 INI RESET 3 BACK 4 Press the 1 button on the remote control to SAVE adjusted data and return to main picture Press the 2 button on the remote control to CANCEL adjusted data and return to main picture Press the 3 button on the remote control to recall the factory pre set convergence data Press the 4 button on the remote control to return to the manual convergence adjustment mode crosshatch pattern Press th
7. L INPUT d O cxx Q E Stereo System Amplifier NOTES 1 To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound using the remote control of the TV set 2 Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system 3 See page 52 for AUDIO Advanced Settings 3sn UNIL LSHIA FIRST TIME USE 258 CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement 1 television s internal speakers will act as center speaker select Audio Advanced Settings TV as Center 2 These FRONT left and right speakers are connected to the FRONT output of a separate audio amplifier 3 These REAR left and right speakers are connected to the REAR output of a separate audio amplifier 4 This subwoofer is connected to the LFE Sub Out output of a separate audio amplifier REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION O oPricAL our A A A Digital Audio 3 i A O 2 Mul o i A A SY AUDIO KE TO HI FI CENTER S A N 4 VY A S 6 O Z V P CENTER OPTICAL QU INPUT o mm 5 md O oe moo O
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9. 2 Move GED Select Use THUMB STICK A or V then press down on THUMB STICK to change AUTO LINK setting When AUTO INPUT SIGNAL SENSOR is selected the TV will turn on and tune to Video2 automatically when the Video2 input device is turned on This is convenient when you want to watch a movie with your VCR laserdisc player or DVD player When REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR is selected the TV will turn on and switch to Video2 automatically when the Video2 input device is turned on and the VCR laserdisc or DVD play button on your remote control is pressed This is convenient when you want to record a movie with your VCR and watch it later Select Off to disable this function Press EXIT to quit menu Once the TV has been turned on using the AUTO LINK feature it must be reset before AUTO LINK is used again To do this turn your VCR laserdisc or DVD player OFF This feature is now reset and will turn on your TV as described above When using REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR mode any remote control button will substitute for your video input device play button However intended operation is for use with your VCR laserdisc or DVD play button If no remote control button is pressed after the TV is turned on by AUTO LINK the TV will automatically turn off after three hours 67 AV1dSIG N33H2S NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY SETUP 1394 Use this function to control your devices with digital interface capability
10. MODE SWAP Wipro E 2 PRECODED SET TOP BOX SATELLITE RECEIVER but HOH tons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded set top box satellite codes 3 EXCLUSIVE TV buttons HITACHI These buttons are for operating the TV MY SATELLITE RECEIVER STB CODE IS NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the set top box satellite receiver for operation of the buttons exclusively for the set top box satellite receiver 38 USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL DVD FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your DVD player This remote is designed to operate different types of DVD players You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your DVD player refer to page 42 for pre codes 1 ON your DVD player 2 Aim the remote control at the front of your DVD player 3 Press and release the DVD button to switch to DVD pre coded mode 4 Hold down the DVD button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your DVD player as shown on page 42 The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted 5 Aim the remote at the DVD player and press the POWER button The remote will turn off your DVD player when the correct two digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your DVD player If the DVD player does not turn off try a different two digit preset code 6 The remote will now control your DVD player 7 You will nee
11. Ant A Eh Once Move On Off Return Use THUMB STICK Y to select Event 1 2 or 3 Use THUMB STICK to change position of On time Off time Antenna Channel and On Off Frequency Use THUMB STICK A or to select the time the TV will turn on and off Use THUMB STICK A or V to select the day of the week you want the timer to turn on TV Use number buttons to set the channel the TV will tune to when it automatically turns on Use THUMB STICK or V to select mode Once TV will turn on off one time only Daily TV will turn on off at the same time every day or Weekly SUN TV will turn on off at same time every week Press EXIT to quit the menu NOTE 1 The Off Timer will only activate if the TV was turned on by the On Timer and no channel selection was made after this time If you change the channel after the On Timer has been activated the Off Timer will deactivate 2 If no remote control button is pressed after Event Timer is activated the TV will automatically turn off after three hours Therefore do not Set Event Timer for more than three hours if you do not plan to control your television with the remote control CAUTION Do not use your TV as a deterrent when away from home by using the On and Off Timers For safety the TV should be turned off when you are away from home 69 AV1dSIG N33H2S NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY SETUP Closed Captions are the dialogue narration
12. Set The Inputs Set Event Timer Set Closed Captions About Your TV Move Select 71 The TV model name and dimensions will be displayed on the TV screen The dimensions of each TV model are listed on page 75 Setup About Your TV Model Dimensions Inches mm Height f Width f Depth Move Return AV1dSIG NJJHY S NO CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dry with a soft cloth A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty Place your Television away from extreme heat humidity and extremely dusty places Remove the plug from the wall outlet if your Television will not be used for a long period of time for instances when you go on vacation DO NOT Do not clean your screen or cabinet with strong cleaners polishes or a chemically treated cloth Do not place rubber or vinyl products or cellophane tape on your Television Do not touch the screen too often Do not subject the remote control to shocks such as dropping it on the floor etc Physical damage to the precision parts may result Avoid placing the remote control in a high humidity place or getting it wet Do not le
13. 4 ating guide are subject to change without notice 75 USEFUL INFO To locate an authorized HITACHI service facility in the continental U S A and Canada DIAL TOLL FREE 7 days a week 24 hours a day 800 1 800 448 2244 Hitachi America LTD Home Electronics Division Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit However should you require service a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico Each facility will provide you with convenient and expedient assistance Our service hotline operator will direct you to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility nearest you Just present proof of purchase and or delivery receipts to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility and service will be rendered in accordance with the terms of the limited warranty as stated on your warranty card or operating guide Should you have any questions regarding warranty service operation or technical assistance please con tact Hitachi America LTD Home Electronics Division 1855 Dornoch Court San Diego CA 92154 76 USEFUL INFO Hitachi Canada LTD Digital Media Division Should you have any questions regarding warranty service operation or technical assistance please contact In Canada 1 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 Monday Friday EST 9 00am 7 00pm
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15. Sound Enhancement Setup e Q Move GED Sel Advanced Settings Advanced Digital z 4 Move E Return THUMB STICK Audio Treble 50 Bass 50 Balance L R Sound Enhancement Advanced Settings gt Advanced Digital Move Select Treble 50 Next Prev 4 Change Value Return Use THUMB STICK to highlight functions Press down on THUMB STICK to select the function setting Press THUMB STICK lt or gt to adjust the function Press EXIT to quit MENU or select Audio to return to the main menu NOTE If TREBLE is selected you are adjusting treble The additional menu items Bass and Balance can be selected adjusted in the same manner Treble This function controls the high frequency audio to all speakers This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers Balance This function will control the left to right balance of the TV internal speakers and the AUDIO TO HI FI output 50 AUDIO Sound Enhancement The following surround settings will reproduce the live sound you would hear in concert halls sports stadiums
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17. Digital Captions are sometimes different from original style Closed Caption and Digital Captions availability and content depends on the broadcaster Closed Caption is available when Closed Caption icon is highlighted see page 26 70 SETUP Set Monitor Out Setup Menu Preference Set The Clock Set The Channels Set The Inputs Set Event Timer Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades About Your TV 4 Move Select This feature will select the source of the Monitor Output Setup Set Monitor Out Monitor Out Monitor OTV Tuner Out 4 Move Return Monitor Select Monitor to output the audio and video signals of the chosen input source ANT A ANT B VID3 VID5 to a VCR or other AV device It will also send digital audio and video signals from ANT C DTV and IEEE1394 devices that are not copy protected TV Tuner Out Select TV Tuner Out to output the audio and video signals of the last watched Antenna Source ANT A ANT B ANT C Use THUMB STICK V to highlight the function to change then press down on THUMB STICK to select the function Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu Upgrades
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19. The external device that is connected to the IEEE 1394 terminals will not need the AV Network feature see page 21 This TV s IEEE1394 connection is not compatible with a DV camcorder Digital Video camcorder and a PC With IEEE1394 connection video and audio will be received by the TV It will enable you to control the D VHS from the TV IEEE1394 menu see page 68 The IEEE1394 interface contains the copy protection standard called 5C or Digital Transmission Content Protection DTCP This TV does not support full network control of several IEEE1394 devices simultaneously the IEEE1394 will dis connect from 1st device when making connection to 2nd device See page 12 for tips on Rear Panel Connections CONNECTING AV NETWORK Your Hitachi Television is equipped with an AV Network feature This feature helps to control your external Audio Video equipment VCR Set Top Box DVD etc Once this is setup it allows your IR Mouse connector to control your equipment using your Hitachi TV Remote Control You can use your Hitachi remote control to control the Audio Video equipment command without the equip ment s remote control The television rear panel has 2 IR BLASTER jacks Each IR Mouse cable can connect up to 2 external Audio Video components Therefore you can connect the Television with up to four components and control them with the TV remote control Please see the following example of an AV
20. This function only works in ANT C Digital Signal It shows software information and easy upgrade procedure This function allows the TV software to be upgraded by using a flash card MMC Card If a future software upgrade is required for your TV Hitachi will notify and provide you with a flash card In order to receive written notification and the flash card please complete and return the warranty card Setup Menu Preference Set The Clock Set The Channels Set The Inputs Set Event Timer Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades About Your TV 4 Move GED Select Setup Upgrade Software Version Main voo 15 1394 Voo 07 MMC Software Upgrade Upgrade Now Please insert MMC card before upgrading 4 Move Select Insert MMC card then press THUMB STICK V to highlight Upgrade Now Press down on THUMBSTICK to select and start upgrading NOTE Any power interruption during the upgrade process will cancel the upgrade When this happens repeat the upgrade procedure About Your TV Setup Menu Preference Set The Clock Channel Setup
21. oet se qm edd C15 1 Del Move 4 Move Select When on screen displays on the TV screen use THUMB STICK lt or to access the Favorite Channels feature To add channels to Favorite Channels use the number keys to enter the channel number Use THUMB STICK to highlight Add then press SELECT to store the channel to the Favorite Channel feature To delete Del the channel from the Favorite Channel use THUMB STICK V to highlight the channel then THUMB STICK gt to highlight Delete Del and press SELECT to delete To view a Favorite Channel use THUMB STICK V to highlight the channel and press SELECT to view 29 OHLNOO ALOWSAY AHL THE REMOTE CONTROL MA HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV 17 VOLUME MUTE button Press the VOLUME up A or 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 A button Closed Captioning will display automatically when MUTE SOFT MUTE is on and Closed Caption is set to AUTO See page 70 When the TV power is turned off at a volume level 31 or greater the volume level will default to 30 when the TV is turned on However if it is set to a level 30 or less t
22. PROJECTION COLORTV 57 600 OPERATING GUIDE A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 3 ER X FIRST TIME USE 4 23 THE REMOTE CONTROL 24 42 Video Audio ON SCREEN DISPLAY 43 71 Locks Setup USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 72 79 A IMPORTANT SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI 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 help you operate these products properly this sec tion 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 improb able event that a safety problem should be discovered in your product model Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television CAUTION The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral tri angle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of a DO NOT OPEN sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK The excl
23. Stereo System Amplifier or DVD Player TYPICAL STEREO SYSTEM SETUP Optical Cable LR CENTER OPTICAL FRONT OUT IN OUT Stereo System Amplifier LFE SUB REAR QUT OUT Only ANT C has optical audio output capability The Optical Out Digital Audio provides a fixed digital audio output to your external component such as an AV receiver with optical input capability The audio level can only be controlled through the volume control of the external audio amplifier The Optical Audio Output is only available in ANT C See page 53 for AUDIO Advanced Digital el CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR camcorder laserdisc player DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box 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 particu lar assortment of components and features For 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 VID1 VID5 button is pressed as shown below Connect an external source to the INPUT terminal then press the VID1 VID5 button as necessary to view the input source see page 30 INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER
24. YES YES YES PICTURE IN PICTURE PIP 4 FREEZE button With PIP ON If you wish to freeze the sub picture press the FREEZE 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 FREEZE button again NOTE When PIP is on the FREEZE function will only operate when POP PIP SPLIT mode is chosen 5 FREEZE button with OFF Press the FREEZE button to freeze the picture depending on the PIP mode selected POP Main Freeze POP Sub Freeze SPLIT and STROBE To change FREEZE modes use the PIP MODE button to cycle through the four different modes POP MAIN FREEZE with PIP OFF PIP FREEZE should be in POP MAIN mode Press the FREEZE button to freeze one frame of the picture you are currently viewing and the frozen frame will show in the Main Picture Press this button again or PIP to return to normal viewing This feature is useful for freezing a picture frame with addresses Hot Springs Clay Mask Run Spa Retreat Checkor 24 Money Order Only Money Order Only 2 1 800 555 1212 4 1 800 555 1212 FREEZE POP SUB FREEZE with PIP OFF PIP FREEZE should be in POP SUB mode Press the PIP button and then press the FREEZE button to freeze the sub picture Press the FREEZE button again and press the PIP button to return to normal viewing Money Order Onl
25. 62 Dimmer 49 DVI HDTV 10 12 18 E Event Timer ANT A B 69 ANT C 31 32 G Guide button on remote 31 32 INDEX 1 394 6 10 12 20 68 Input Setup 66 IR Blaster 10 21 L Language Menu Language 61 DTV Language 53 Locks Channel Access Code 56 Channel Lock 56 Input Lock 56 Front Panel Lock 56 TV Time Lock 56 Movie Ratings 57 TV Ratings 58 TV Ratings Canadian English 59 TV Ratings Canadian French 60 Loudness 52 M Magic Focus Auto Convergence 7 47 Manual Convergence 48 Menu Preference Language 61 Background 61 Monitor Out 9 71 N Noise Reduction 49 P Perfect Volume 52 Picture Mode 45 Picture in Picture PIP 33 35 Picture outside Picture POP 33 R Remote Control Functions 24 35 Programming Codes 36 40 Installing Batteries 4 5 Scan Velocity Modulation 49 Sharpness 46 Sound Enhancement 51 Speakers 52 Connecting External Speakers 5 13 14 T Time 62 Tint 46 Treble 50 Upgrades 10 71 V Vertical Position 46 Video Settings 45 49 Virtual HD 29 79 HITACHI
26. Move Return THUMB STICK Setup Set The Channels Ant A NTSC Source e Antenna OCable 1 Cable 2 Auto Channel Scan Start Move Select NOTE If certain CATV channel s picture are poor or unable to be viewed in Cable 1 mode select Cable 2 Choose ANT C for digital signals Select Antenna if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna to receive your digital signals or select cable if you have digital cable Setup Setup Set The Channels Set The Channels Ant A NTSC Ant C DTV THUMB STICK Ant B NTSC Ant DTV Move Return Source Antenna OcCable Signal Meter Auto Channel Scan Start 2 Move GED Return Use THUMB STICK 4 to highlight the correct signal source Press down on THUMB STICK to select highlighted signal source Press EXIT to quit MENU or select ANT A ANT B or ANT C to return to previous menu 63 AV1dSIG N33H2S NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY SETUP RECEPTION BAND Reception channels are shown at the left AIR CATV1 or CATV2 VHF 2 13 1 125 Refer t
27. Press PIP If no buttons are pressed when in SURF mode auto scanning will continuously scan channels in memory see page 54 If a channel is tuned during this SURF scanning sub pictures will be removed from the screen SURF MODE is allowed only when ANT or ANT C is selected as the main channel If MOVIE TV RATINGS lock functions setting is ON SURF mode will be deactivated Closed Caption will not appear when SURF mode is on 2 SWAP button If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the sub picture press the SWAP button Ait 10 lantA 12 SPLIT A A A NOTES 1 The SWAP button will only operate in POP PIP and SPLIT PIP mode 2 The SWAP function will not operate if ANT B input is set as the main channel ANT B input cannot be displayed as a sub picture 3 PIP MODE button To change between the different PIP modes POP PIP SPLIT or SURF press the PIP MODE button when PIP is ON Each press of this button will change PIP to a different mode Ant A 10 O 7 A CA A 10 12 A PIP MODE A PIP MODE 3 gt gt gt PIP MODES will depend on the type of signal format received PICTURE IN PICTURE PIP MODES PIP MODE PIP SPLIT SURF NTSC ANT YES x YES 480i YES x YES x 480p x YES x 720 x x YES X 1080 x YES YES ANT DTV
28. 4 Hold down the STB button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your set top box satellite receiver as shown on page 42 The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted 5 Aim the remote at the set top box satellite receiver and press the POWER button The remote will turn off your set top box satel lite receiver when the correct two digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your set top box satellite receiver If the set top box satellite receiver does not turn off try a different two digit preset code 6 The remote will now control your set top box satellite receiver NOTES 1 If your set top box satellite receiver cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your set top box satellite receiver code has not been precoded into the remote In the unlikely event that your set top box satellite receiver cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your set top box satellite receiver operating guide 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 The ANT button will act as the TV STB button when in STB mode SET TOP BOX STB button This button allows the remote to control your satellite receiv er by setting it to SET TOP BOX SATELLITE mode
29. ANTENNA INPUT AntA 1 VID1 VID1 ANT NOTE 1 When the TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from the VIDEO INPUT JACK on the back panel of the TV i e VCR laserdisc player etc is not connected or the video device is OFF the set will appear to be OFF 2 You may select other Input sources by AV Net see page 21 or by IEEE1394 see page 20 CONNECTING MONAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT2 INPUT5 1 Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT VIDEO jack as shown 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 VID2 VID5 button to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds 4 Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel Audio OUTPUT 15 3sn 15414 FIRST TIME USE el CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING STEREO SOURCE TO INPUT2 INPUT5 1 Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT VIDEO jack as shown 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 VID2 VID5 button t
30. Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades About Your TV Move ED Return Use THUMB STICK A or V to select the sub menu of your choice Menu Preference This feature will allow you to select any one of three different languages for all on screen displays Setup Setup Menu Preference Menu Preferences Set The Clock p set The Language aun Set The Channels TUNE English OFrancais OEspa ol STICK Set The Inputs STICK r Set The Menu Background 4 lt Set Event Timer Shaded OSolid i gt Set Closed Captions Move Return Set Monitor Out Upgrades About Your Move Select THUMB STICK m Setup Menu Preferences Set The Language English OFrancais OEspa ol Set The Menu Background Shaded OSolid Move Select Use THUMB STICK 4 to highlight the language of your choice Press SELECT to select the highlighted language Press EXIT to quit menu or select MENU PREFERENCE to return to previous menu 61 AV1dSIG N33H2S NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY SETUP Set The This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds Menu Background Setup Menu Preferences Set The Language English OFrancais O Espa ol THUMB STI
31. DTV CH Scan CH ID 8 2 On KFMB SD 10 1 On KGTV HD 15 1 On KPBS HD 15 2 On KPBS DT 23 1 On XETV DT 40 1 On CH1 8 1 On KFMB HD Move Return If ANT A and ANT B are in the same ANTENNA CABLE mode the CHANNEL ID for both antenna inputs will be the same CHANNEL ID will be displayed only when channel is displayed as main picture CHANNEL ID in ANT C are automatically set by the channel broadcaster and cannot be changed to your preference To get CHANNEL ID in ANT C Auto Channel Scan must be done first ANT C will have no channel listing if there are no available channels CHANNEL ID in ANT C will not be displayed when PIP is on 55 AV1dSIG N33H2S NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY LOCKS Locks This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input It can also be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled time period that you set The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit secret code number The factory preset code is 0000 Use the number buttons to select access code Video Audio Ch Manager Please Enter Access Code Locks THUMB Setup te Move Sel 4 Keys Enter Code O 1 Locks Change Access Code E
32. DVD player point the remote at the remote sensor of the DVD player and press the DVD button The DVD but ton will blink indicating that the remote will now control your DVD player see page 39 for instruction on how to program the remote to control your DVD player To operate additional audio equipment point the remote at the remote sensor of the component you wish to control and press the CD TAPE or AMP button This button will blink indicating that the remote will now control the desired component see pages 40 and 41 for instructions on how to program the remote to control additional Audio equipment These buttons allow the remote to control your TV VCR cable box satellite receiver DVD player or other Audio equipment 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 remote to light up the buttons shown in 3 and the source button will blink The light will stay on for about 8 seconds if any of the buttons are not pressed again These buttons will not appear to light if the room is too bright PIP ACCESS VIDEO HITACHI 24 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV 551 AP VIDED HITACHI 1 POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode see page 24 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode 2 TV button When the TV
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34. Mouse Cables Part No 01641 REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1 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 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 Remote Control T Lift up on tab remove back cover CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace with the same or equivalent type HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV ga ANTENNA Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system a good outdoor TV antenna is recommended for 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 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
35. Network setup between your Hitachi Television and external Audio Video equipment VCR and DVD Player CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO VIDEO COMPONENTS TO IR BLASTER FOR AV NETWORK 1 Connect your external Audio Video components to the Rear Panel jacks as shown on pages 13 19 2 Connect the IR Mouse cable to the IR BLASTER input of the Television s rear panel 3 Place the IR mouse in front of the infrared sensor of the external components you wish to control Ee y DVD Player IR Mouse p Sensor IR Mouse NOTES 1 The Rear Panel has two IR BLASTER inputs which can control up to a total of four external components 2 The IR Mouse must be placed in front of the external components IR sensor for the AV Network to work 3 The correct codes must be entered for each of the Audio Video components for the AV Network to function properly see page 23 Press the AV NET button on the remote control Use THUMB STICK A or V to highlight the component you wish to set up Use THUMB STICK to enter component s SOFT KEY control button The AV Network Setup Wizard will automatically start upon the very first use You can access the Setup Menu Wizard again in the future by pressing the AV net button and selecting SETUP VCR POWER cH CH 4 Set Top Box gt Il SETUP Cable Box
36. adjust itself after 90 days AV1dSIG N33H2S NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY VIDEO Manual Convergence Adjustment Mode NOTES 1 Please turn ON your television for at least 20 minutes before using this feature 2 Auto Adjustment Mode is recommended If convergence is still not acceptable use the Manual Adjustment Mode DO NOT press MAGIC FOCUS or use Auto Adjustment Mode after using Manual Adjustment Mode Using the Remote Control select VIDEO MAGIC FOCUS MANUAL ADJUSTMENT MODE START to access convergence crosshatch pattern The adjustment point is indicated by the Adjustment Point Cursor To Move Adjustment Point To move the adjustment point cursor using the THUMBSTICK the Adjustment Cursor must be WHITE Another way to move the Adjustment Point Cursor is to press the following buttons 2 up 4 left 5 down 6 right If you use the number buttons while the adjustment point is WHITE it will change to RED To Change the Color of Adjustment Point Press the SELECT button repeatedly WHITE RED BLUE WHITE Green color is fixed and cannot be adjusted To Adjust the Convergence Move the Adjustment Cursor to the point to be adjusted Use the THUMB STICK to match the RED and BLUE colors to GREEN reference color Properly aligned all three colors should appear white
37. appearance of small dots When the signal is extremely weak it may be necessary to install a special antenna to improve the picture RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE The interference produces moving ripples or diagonal streaks and in some cases causes loss of contrast in the picture BLOCK NOISE Ant C Input Fuzzy blocks may appear in some area or the whole area of the screen This is usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems neon lamps electrical drills ghosting of the image and weak signals NOTE The TV set can generate sound distortion in external devices such as a radio Please separate radio equipment from the TV set to a considerable distance 73 USEFUL INFO SYMPTOMS No Picture no sound Sound OK picture poor Picture OK sound poor Picture blurred Lines or streaks in picture Poor reception on some channels Picture rolls vertically No color Poor color HITACHI Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage power surges IF YOUR TELEVISION SHOULD APPEAR TO HAVE A LOSS OF POWER PLEASE FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE 1 Press the power switch ON OFF switch once 2 If there is still no power wait 30 seconds and press the power switch again 3 If there i
38. buttons to enter the channel number to be viewed or recorded example Press 0 0 4 0 0 1 Use THUMBSTICK V to highlight chosen MODE View or Recording Press down on THUMBSTICK to select When VIEW is selected a in the box means it is enabled When RECORDING is selected use THUMBSTICK V to highlight a recording device example 01 D VHS1 Press down on THUMBSTICK to select Press down on THUMBSTICK again to set The screen below will appear Channel Guide Event Timer Channel Guide Event Timer DATE START FINISH CH MODE 08 10 02 04 30PM 05 00PM 4 1 D1 Not Set 1 08 10 02 04 30 05 00 004 001 01 THUMB Not Set Not Set Not Set Not Set Not Set Not Set N ol v 5 9 N e gt To Set Done Move Press EXIT to quit the menu maximum of 8 programs can be set on EVENT EVENT TIMER cannot be set if an invalid channel number was entered To cancel recording press REC button on remote control first The GUIDE button will be disabled when EVENT TIMER is activated 32 PIP Your HITACHI Projection TV incorporates Three Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment This Three Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the m
39. connection is loose 2 See page 12 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS ASN UNIL LSHIA FIRST TIME USE gt ET CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING COMPONENT SOURCE WITH DIGITAL INTERFACE CAPABILITY TO IEEE 1394 TERMINALS 1 Connect the 1394 cable from the output of the component with 1394 capability such as a Set Top Box or Digital VCR to the IEEE 1394 input terminals shown on the TV set below IEEE 1394 allows the television and the external device to communicate with one another When using IEEE1394 connections you enable video and audio digital data exchange between a compatible device This connection also enables you to control basic equipment functions such as VCR play rewind fast for ward stop etc from your TV On Screen Display You must be tuned to ANT C to use this function see pages 64 65 Press the MENU button on the Remote Control and select SETUP Select Set up Set The Inputs IEEE1394 or press the AV Net button twice 2x when in ANT C mode Select IEEE1394 to verify that the component is properly connected see page 68 IEEE1394 e Ll IEEE1394 Cable LINE OUT R MONO L VIDEO S VIDEO JO DIGITAL INTERFACE IEEE1394 VIDEO 0 Digital VCR D VHS To quickly enter IEEE1394 menu press the AV NET button on the remote control twice when in ANT C mode
40. control is designed to operate different types of VCRs CATV Cable TV converters set top box satellite receiver DVD players and other audio equipment with one touch Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area If you prefer to use the AV Network feature switching remote con trol modes is not needed To operate your TV point the remote control at the screen of the TV and press the TV button The TV button will blink indicating that 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 VCR button will blink indicating that the remote will now control your VCR see page 36 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your VCR To operate your cable box point the remote at the remote sensor of the cable box and press the CABLE CBL button The CBL button will blink indicating that the remote will now control your cable box see page 37 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your cable box To operate your set top box or satellite receiver point the remote at the remote sensor of the set top box and press the SET TOP BOX STB button The STB button will blink indicating that the remote will now control your set top box If you have a satellite receiver use this button to program your satellite receiver see page 38 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your set top box To operate your
41. created by drawing lines across the screen from left to right which fill the screen from top to bottom and then returning to the top and drawing another set of lines in between the first set The TV draws the lines so fast that our eyes can t see them If you look very closely at the screen you will notice a smoother image than with the progressive format The interlaced format is good for displaying detailed images like feature films You can compare the progressive and interlaced formats by toggling the VIRTUAL HD button on the remote control Some people like the crisp picture from 540p and some people like the smooth and detailed 1080i Hitachi offers you the choice NOTE The VIRTUAL HD button will not change the picture with 1080i HDTV input HDTV signals bypass the VIRTUAL HD circuitry and are shown in their native 1080i format MENU button The MENU button will start the On Screen Display 5 EXIT button When in MENU mode this button will exit all On Screen Displays THUMB STICK SELECT button All the On Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using the THUMB STICK except for numeric entries The THUMB STICK will highlight functions or adjust and set different features Press the THUMB STICK toward desired direction and press down to SELECT Favorite Channels Favorite Channels Ant A 8 Add Ant A 8 THUMB A 6 UNE UE A 8 Del STICK A3 STICK STICK A 6 esse A 3 9
42. levels even after a program or channel changes It also maintains natural flesh tones while preserving fidelity of background colors NOTE When using component input Y PBPR and DVI input Auto Color will not be available and will appear grayed out in the menu Noise Reduction The NOISE REDUCTION function automatically reduces conspicuous noise in the picture without degrading picture quality When the Noise Reduction feature is ON the Sharpness feature is disabled Scan Velocity Modulation The Scan Velocity Modulation function automatically enhances the edges between light and dark areas Black Level Expansion The BLACK LEVEL EXPANSION function automatically enhances shadow detail in dark scenes Black Side Panel The BLACK SIDE PANEL function turns the gray side bars on off when watching 4 3 signals in Standard mode The top bottom gray bar will appear in SPLIT MODE PIP and SPLIT FREEZE NOTE To maximize operating life of the TV s picture tubes when watching 4 3 signal Black Side Panel is cancelled at Power OFF It is recommended to watch 4 3 signal with gray side bar AV1dSIG N33H2S NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY AUDIO Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality Audio Video Audio Audio Treble 50 ME Ch Manager Bass 50 Balance LE M R THUMB Locks STICK
43. picture Digital Visual Interface DVI Connection Cable This cable is used to connect external devices with DVI HDTV output capability components This connection allows your TV to control your external components without using your external components remote control Optical Cable Ca This cable is used to connect to an audio amplifier with an Optical Audio In jack Use this cable for the best sound quality IEEE1394 Cable This cable is used to connect your digital television to external digital devices ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL 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 receive HDTV programs via the outdoor antenna or un encrypted digital Cable 2 wy To second antenna y To third antenna connection connect to ANT C DTV or cable system or cable system To outdoor VHF or UHF antenna 1 VHF 300 antenna UHF antenna When using a 300 Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna connect the VHF or antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF adapter Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the TV ANT A ANT B From outdoor antenna or From UHF antenna CATV System When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected 1
44. t 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 m Antenna Mixer RS dr TE FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 1 gt S VIDEO UDIO VIDEO LIMONO MAGIC FOCUS VOL VOL CH INPUT MENU ur OOO i r3 1 00 MENU SELECT button This button allows you to enter the MENU making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote This button also serves as the SELECT button when in MENU mode INPUT EXIT button Press this button to select the current antenna source VIDEO 1 2 3 4 5 or alternate antenna source Your selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode NOTES Your remote control does not have an INPUT button To change to video inputs press VID1 VID5 buttons depending on your choice see page 30 To change antenna source press the ANT button on your remote control 3 CHANNEL selector Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of the TV screen These buttons also serve as the cursor down V and up buttons when in MENU mode 4 VOLUME level Pre
45. the front of your Audio component Press and release the CD TAPE or AMP button Audio buttons to switch to Audio component pre coded mode Hold down the CD TAPE or AMP button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your Audio component as shown on page 42 The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted Aim the remote at the Audio component and press the POWER button The remote will turn off your Audio component when the correct two digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your Audio component If the Audio component does not turn off try a different two digit preset code The remote will now control your Audio component Repeat steps 1 6 if you wish to program the remote to control another Audio component Be sure to use a different Audio button on the remote since only one component can be programmed per button 40 USING YOUR REMOTE TO CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT NOTES If your Audio component cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your Audio components code has not been precoded into the remote In the unlikely event that your Audio component cannot be Ak CD TAPE AMP Buttons operated after performing the above procedures please consult your Audio equipment operating guide The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After rep
46. the television until there is no picture distortion ASN 15414 FIRST TIME USE t 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 cables be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of each cable 300 Ohm Twin Lead Connector This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna adapter 300 Ohm to 75 Ohm 5 Phono Connector Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the television s rear jack panel and front control panel TEES IR Mouse Cable Provided Connect the IR Mouse Cable to the IR BLASTER output of your TV when using the AV Network feature You must place the IR mouse transmitter in front of the IR sensor of your external F Type 75 Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals antenna or cable TV to the antenna jack on the television S Video Super Video Connector This connector is used on camcorders VCRs and laser disc players with an S Video feature in place of the standard video cable to produce a high quality
47. you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above The LAST CH button will act as the cable box ENTER button if required SLEEP button will act as your cable box 100 button if required IP ACCESS hi The ANT button will act as the TV STB button when in STB mode 1 CABLE CBL button This button allows the remote to control your cable box by setting it to CABLE mode 2 PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes 3 EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV MY CABLE BOX CODE IS NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the Cable Box for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Cable Box 37 ALOWSAY AHL THE REMOTE CONTROL USING THE REMOTE CONTROL SET TOP BOX SATELLITE RECEIVER FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your set top box satellite receiver This remote is designed to operate different types of set top box satellite systems You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your set top box satellite systems refer to page 42 1 Turn ON your set top box satellite systems 2 Aim the remote control at the front of your set top box satellite systems 3 Press and release the SET TOP BOX STB button to switch to set top box satellite pre coded mode
48. 00 00 gt gt e REC MODE HS STD gt Move MITSUBISHI HS HD2000U Use THUMB STICK Y to select connected devices example D VHS1 Use THUMB STICK to highlight POWER Press down on THUMBSTICK to power ON the device Use THUMB STICK A V 4 P to select D VHS operation Press down on THUMBSTICK to enable the selected operation Use THUMBSTICK A V to select Ant C Use THUMBSTICK gt to return to Ant C The digital device will be automatically recognized if properly connected If there is no device connected to the IEEE1394 jacks the On Screen Display will always show a note to connect the devices Four 4 IEEE1394 devices can be listed on the menu but only 1 device at a time can be used If a fifth device is connected it will replace the first device on the menu list This TV s IEEE1394 connection is not compatible with a DV camcorder Digital Video Camcorder or a PC This TV s IEEE1394 connection will not support a digital device that goes into a POWER SAVE mode Sleep mode Before using a digital device turn off its POWER SAVE feature The On Screen Display will not disappear until the AV Net button is pressed When an IEEE 1394 device is disconnected it will still be shown in the menu but will be grayed out Not all devices with IEEE1394 capability are compatible with this TV Any compatibility problems with other manufacturers devices should be brought to the attention of those manufacturer
49. 1 Only use the attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the man ufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination N AIO n to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normal ly or has been dropped Do not place any objects on the top of the televi sion which may fall or cause a child to climb to retrieve the objects 15 Televisions are designed to comply with the recom mended safety standards for tilt and stability Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front or top of the cabinet which could cause the product to over turn resulting in product damage and or personal injury 16 Follow instructions for wall shelf or ceiling mounting as recommended by the manufacturer 17 An outdoor antenna should not be located in the vicin ity of overhead power lines or other electrical circuits 18 If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver be sure the antenna system is
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53. CK Set The Menu Background Shaded OSolid Move GED Select Use THUMB STICK 4 to highlight SET THE MENU BACKGROUND shaded or solid and press down on THUMB STICK to select setting Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu Select SOLID for a black background no picture can be seen behind menu screen or select SHADED for a light background Set The Clock The time must be adjusted before you can use the Set Event Timer or TV Time Out features Setup Setup Menu Preference Set The Clock Set The Clock Set The Channels THUMB Time Zones Set The Inputs STICK OPST OMST OCST OEST Set Event Timer OAKST OHST ATL Set Closed Captions Ed DDaylight Saving Correction Set Monitor Out Upgrades Time 2 53 PM Jun 28 2002 About Your TV 4 Move Select Move Return Use THUMBSTICK 6 gt to highlight the chosen Time Zone settings Press down on THUMBSTICK to select If you observe daylight savings use THUMBSTICK to highlight Daylight Saving Correction and press down on THUMBSTICK to select Use THUMBSTICK A V 6 gt to highlight the current time hour and minute AM o
54. GUIDE If connections are correct try a different manufacturers code for your VCR BACK NEXT If Error ANT A B DONE 7 See Remote Control AV NET button usage on page 27 NOTES consult your equipment receiver operating guide HITACHI AV NET Wizard step 2 of 6 Follow the digrams shown in Hitachi s Easy Graphic Guide to connect your VCR Carefully position the IR mouse in front of your VCR as shown in the diagrams BACK NEXT ATTENTION The 4 digit code did not match AV Net s library Please check and re enter a valid code 1 HITACHI AV NET Wizard step 4b of 6 Which RF channel does your VCR use to send video to the TV 6 Channel 03 Channel 04 BACK NEXT HITACHI AV NET Wizard Congratulations Your VCR is now conected to your AV network From Step 3 once you enter 9999 the following message appears HITACHI AV NET Wizard step 3b of 6 This will uninstall VCR on INPUT 1 Would you like to proceed YES 1 If your equipment cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your equipment code has not been pre coded into the AV Net 2 In the unlikely event that your equipment receiver cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please CODE Admiral 0048 0209 Adventura 0000
55. Inc Manufactured under license from BBE Sound Inc Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories ts Outputs e Power Input AC 120V 60Hz e Stand by Power 6 5W Hs eM p p su e Power Consumption ixed mVrms m Refer to rear panel at the back of the T V i k MA Antenna input impedance 75 Ohm Luminance Y 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm Channel coverage 181ch Chrominance 0 286Vp p 75 Ohm VHF Band 2 13 e Optical Out Digital Audio UHF Band 14 698 1 optical connector CATV Mid Band 5 A 1 EE Dimensions Super Band J W 57 600 Hyper Band W 1 W 28 Heiani sasie Ultra Band W 29 W 84 b we Video 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm e Width in 54 S Video mm 1 372 0 Luminance Y 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm Depth in 25 8 16 mm 647 9 Chrominance 0 286Vp p 75 Ohm Component Video 2518 Luminance Y 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm Chrominance PB PR 0 7Vp p 75 Ohm e Audio input Impedance 47k Ohm Average input level 470mVrms e DVI HDTV DVI 25pin NOTE Due to improvements specifications in this oper 55
56. N to block Canadian French programs according to various pro CFrn gram ratings that you feel might be inappropriate in its content Locks Locks Change Access Code Canadian Ratings Frn Engage Lock Status TE TV Time Lock THUMB G Movie Ratings STICK 8 ans f TV Ratings 13 ans Canadian Ratings Eng 16 ans Canadian Ratings Frn 18 ans 6 4 Move Select Move Return Use THUMB STICK or V to highlight the category that you want to block Press SELECT to set the CANADIAN RATINGS FRN that you have selected Once rating is selected for example 8 ans all movies and television programs rated 8 ans and higher will be automatically blocked Press EXIT to quit menu or select THUMB STICK lt to return to the previous menu Canadian Ratings French Chart General Programming intended for audiences of all ages Contains no violence or the vio lence content is minimal or is depicted appropri ately with humor or caricature or in an unrealis tic manner 8 General Not recommended for young children Programming intended for a broad audience but contains light or occasional violence that could disturb young children Viewing with an adult is t
57. NT C Press the GUIDE button again to return to normal viewing Select CHANNEL GUIDE to display available digital programs Only scanned programs that are available at the present time will show in the Channel Guide see Auto Channel Scan on page 65 Channel Guide Event Timer ALOWSAY AHL 4 XETV DT KPBS HD Family Ant C 15 1 Silence of God KPBS HD GUIDE 4 00PM 5 00PM GUIDE 2 Lud 464 A of Green Gables 15 2 A E A A Move Select Use THUMB STICK A 4 to highlight the channel of choice example KPBS HD Press THUMB STICK A V to highlight the subchannel of choice example 15 1 Press down on THUMBSTICK to tune the subchannel of choice NOTES If a channel has over sub channels 15 1 15 2 15 3 15 4 you can scroll by using the up A and down F buttons 31 THE REMOTE CONTROL HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV Select EVENT TIMER to set the TV to view or record digital channels from ANT C at the time set The CLOCK should be set first see page 62 When EVENT TIMER is selected the DATE START FINISH TIME CHANNEL NUMBER and MODE View or Recording can be set individually
58. O MONO R MAGIC FOCUS C 5 Optional see note OUTPUT S VHS Video camera NOTE 1 Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks If you do not the played back picture may be abnormal 2 If you have a S VHS VCR use the S INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable 3 If you have a mono VCR insert the audio cable into the left audio jack of your TV RS UT TE S REAR PANEL JACKS bi O ANT A Le on E our Digital Audio CONVERTER IEEE 1394 AUDIO PR Pa YNIDEO a ANTE b Multi Media Card Ly AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO m Le INPUTS 4 TO HI FI epa O 507 VIDEO aj us T BLASTER A o AUDIO o 1 Antenna Input Output ANT 75 antenna or Cable TV input ANT A be displayed as a main picture or sub picture ANT B A 75 Ohm RF antenna CATV Cable TV input ANT can only be displayed as a main picture ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub picture TO CONVERTER This antenna output allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source such as a cable box on
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60. SURF depending on the last selection of the PIP mode Press the PIP button again to remove the sub picture from the screen Use the PIP CH button to select between main and sub picture tuning control indicated by green highlighted channel display Press the VID1 VID2 VID3 VID4 or VID5 button when sub picture channel tuning is being controlled to change between VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 and VIDEO 5 and ANT A source ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub picture Main Picture Sub Picture NOTES 1 When ANT B is selected as the main channel the SWAP feature is disabled 2 In POP mode THUMBSTICK A V will move the sub picture up down 3 Only sound from the main picture can be heard PIP MODE PICTURE IN PICTURE This feature is only available with a 1080i component input or ANT C signal For ANT C this feature is available with a 1080i 720p and 480p input signal To prevent a pattern burn occasionally move the sub picture using the THUMBSTICK ALOWSAY AHL THE REMOTE CONTROL f SPLIT MODE PICTURE IN PICTURE PICTURE IN PICTURE PIP Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub picture evenly on the screen Main Picture Sub Picture NOTE When in ANT C SPLIT mode PIP main picture and sub picture will always be the same SURF MODE PICTURE IN PICTURE This feature will automatically scan all active channel numbers those set in memory and display them as PIP sub pictures
61. Saturday EST 9 00am 5 00pm Look for your French Manual on the outside of the box If the manual is missing call 1 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 for a copy Pour de plus amples renseignements sur le service durant la p riode couverte par la garantie sur le fonc tionnement ou pour de l assistance technique communiquez avec Au Canada 1 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 Lundi Vendredi LEST 9 00am 7 00pm Samedi LEST 9 00am 5 00pm La version fran ais de votre manual se trouve a l exterieur de la bo te Si le manuel est manquant coposez le 1 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 pour obenir votre copie HITACHI CANADA LTD 6740 Campobello Road Mississauga ON L5N 2L8 INDEX Accessories 4 Antennas Connecting 5 6 Aspect Ratio 28 Audio Advanced Digital DTV Language 53 Optical Output 53 Dolby Digital 53 Audio Sound Enhancement SRS 51 BBE 51 BBE Mach3 Bass 51 Audio Settings 50 53 Audio Source 52 Audio Video Network AV Net 21 23 27 Auto Color 49 Auto Noise Cancel 52 B Balance 50 Bass 50 Black Level Expansion 49 Black Side panel 49 Brightness 46 78 C Channel Manager 54 55 Channel Setup 63 Auto Channel Scan 65 66 Clock Time 62 Time Zone 62 Date 62 Closed Captions Analog Captions 70 Digital Captions 70 Color System 49 Color Temperature 49 Color 46 Contrast 46 Convergence see Magic Focus D Date 62 Daylight Saving Correction
62. Select THUMB STICK Set Top Box POWER CH Y CH A INFO Cable Box POWER CH CH A INFO Cable Box 1 2 3 SETUP Amplifier 1 2 3 SETUP Amplifier 4 5 6 THUMB DVD 4 5 6 DVD 7 8 9 VCR 7 8 9 VCR RETURN 0 MORE Set Top Box RETURN 0 Move THUMB Move STICK Amplifier POWER CH W CH A DVD POWER DVD INPUT VoL VOL A SETUP VCR H IT SETUP THUMB VCR STICK Set Top Box D 4 gt gt Set Top Box gt Cable Box gt Ma Cable Box Amplifier gt MORE Move NOTE There are some devices that don t have a function matching the softkey AV NET display 27 TOYULNOOD ALOWSAY AHL THE REMOTE CONTROL HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL YOUR TV 2 ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio Depending on the input signal format received the picture format ratio allows you to adjust the images through the following options 4 3 STANDARD Use this aspect mode to display conventional 4 3 images Side panels gray areas are placed to the left and right of the image to preserve the original aspect ratio of the source Note Use this mode for only 15 of your total viewing time to prevent uneven aging of the phosphors Phosphors in the lighted area of the picture will age more rapidly than the gray areas 4 3 EXPANDED Use this aspect mode to display conventional 4 3 sources by expanding the outer edges of the image to fil
63. To quickly enter the 1394 menu press the AV Net button on the remote control twice 2x while in ANT C mode To use this function you need to be tuned to ANT C see pages 64 65 When an 1394 device is not connected Setup Set The Inputs Videol Rename Video2 Rename THUMB Video2 Auto Link Video3 Rename Ant C 5 Video4 Rename Video5 Rename IEEE 1394 Move Please connect a Device When an IEEE1394 device is connected Setup Set The Inputs Videol Rename Video2 Rename THUMB o a A Video2 Auto Link Video3 Rename gt Ant C gt Video4 Rename D VHS 1 Video5 Rename IEEE 1394 Move THUMB STICK D VHS 1 gt POWER OFF 00
64. UMB STICK A V 6 gt to highlight the function to change then press down on THUMB STICK to select the function Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu Digital Captions This feature is only available in ANT C Set captions for digital programs This function will help choose and set available language font size and style of digital captions Setup Setup Set Closed Caption Set Closed Caption p Caption Display r Digital Caption Font Style _ eoff O On O Auto Service 12 34 5 6 Language Unknown 1 Captions Font Default 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Hades captions O Text Size OSmall Std OLarge Channel 6102 03 04 Style Std OHigh Visibility Reset Done Digital Captions SET HITACHI Move Return Move Return Use THUMB STICK A V 6 gt to highlight desired Digital Captions feature Press down on THUMB STICK to select desired feature Select Reset to return to default settings Select Done to enable new settings Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK lt to return to previous menu Some types of digital closed captions will not work with this TV CAPTION DISPLAY will not work when viewing a 480p 720p or 1080i input via the COMPONENT inputs When PIP Surf is on Closed Caption will not work
65. ain picture and sub picture simultaneously with separate tuning control for each ANT A and ANT C input can be viewed as both the main picture and the sub picture simultaneously ANT B can only be viewed as a main picture To select between main picture and PIP sub picture tuning press the PIP CH button on the remote The green highlighted channel display will move with every press of the PIP CH button The Picture in Picture feature is convenient when you want to watch more than one program at the same time You can watch a TV program while viewing other programs from the ANT A C source or any of the video inputs PIP FREEZE ACCESS PIP MODE aon 3 Qc o Audio Vide OUTPUT a 2 22 Use above connection to view VCR program as sub picture while viewing another program as main picture ANT ANT V 1 2 V 3 or V 5 You may also view the VCR program as a main picture while viewing another program as a sub picture ANT A ANT C V 1 V 2 V 3 or V 5 PIP button Press the PIP button and a sub picture will appear in one of the four different modes POP PIP SPLIT or SURF depending on the last selection of the PIP mode To change the PIP mode use the PIP MODE button to cycle through the four different modes POP MODE PICTURE IN PICTURE Press the PIP button and a sub picture appears in one of the four different modes POP PIP SPLIT or
66. amation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and mainte NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE nance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL appliance WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTURE NOTE e There no user serviceable parts inside the television Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the television CAUTION Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions as improper changes or modifications not express ly approved by HITACHI could void the user s authority to operate the television MODIFICATIONS The FCC requires the user to be notified 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 TELEVISION IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 120 VOLTS 60Hz AC CURRENT INSERT THE 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 TELEVISION TO 50Hz DIRECT CURRENT OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE NOTE This television receive
67. amplifiers with center signal capability This feature allows the TV speakers to be used as a center speaker The TV must be set as a center channel by selecting TV as Center on the Audio Advanced Settings Menu see page 52 6 S VIDEO Inputs 3 and 4 Inputs 3 and 4 provide S VIDEO Super Video jacks for connecting equipment with S VIDEO output capability 3sn 15414 FIRST TIME USE REAR PANEL JACKS D Component Y PgPg Inputs Inputs 1 and 2 provide Y PBPR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability such as a DVD player or Set Top Box You may use composite video signal for INPUT 2 Do not connect composite VIDEO and S VIDEO to Input 3 4 or 5 at the same time S VIDEO has priority over VIDEO input 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 PB input and the components R Y output to the TV s PR input Your component outputs may be labeled Y CRCR In this case connect the component Cp output to the TV s input and the component CR output to the TV s PR input It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y PBPR inputs See page 46 To ensure no copyright infringement the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal when using the Y PBPR jacks or ANT Input 2 Y VIDEO can be used for composite video and component video input 8 IR Blaster This jack provides IR output to your external comp
68. and or sound effects of a television program or home video Closed Caption 7 which are displayed the TV screen Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as or Setup Setup Menu Preference Set Closed Caption Set Clock Caption Display Set The Channels TH ME eorr O On O Auto Set The Inputs STICK Captions Set Event Timer Mode Captions O Text SG Channel 6102 O3 O4 Set Monitor Out Upgrades Digital Captions SET About Your TV z Move GED Select Move Return Caption Display On Off will turn the display on or off Auto will turn the display on when Mute Soft Mute is on Caption Mode Captions is for the program you are viewing Text is for additional information such as news reports or a TV program guide This information covers the entire screen and viewing the TV program is not possible Text may not be available with every program CHANNEL 1 is used for the primary language usually English 2 is sometimes used for a second language may vary by region 3 is sometimes used for a third language may vary by region 4 is sometimes used for a fourth language may vary by region Use TH
69. ave it on or near a heater Excessive heat or moisture may cause the unit to cease operation When the batteries run down remote control operation will become erratic or possibly stop altogether Replace the old batteries with two new size batteries as soon as possible to preserve the remote control precodes that were set for the devices Pressing a remote control button with a DEAD battery might erase all precodes in memory Do not use an old battery with a new battery Exposure of the viewing screen to prolonged direct sunlight or heat may cause the screen to permanently warp resulting in a distorted picture 72 RECEPTION PROBLEMS IGNITION NOISE Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear picture may flutter or drift Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems neon lamps electrical drills and other electrical appliances GHOSTS Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths One is the direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings hills or some other objects Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve reception Ghosting may also be caused by defects in the antenna system such as unshielded leads or connecting several sets to the same antenna without using multiple antenna couplers SNOW If your receiver is located in the fringe area of a television station where the signal is weak your picture may be marred by the
70. b gt Amplifier TV VCR DVD MORE gt Move 21 3sn 15414 FIRST TIME USE AV NETWORK SETUP WIZARD 5 Follow the steps below to setup your AV network See page 23 for AV Network Codes There are six steps in the setup procedure VCR setup example below 6 Enter 9999 to uninstall the equipment from your AV Network HITACHI AV NET Wizard step 1 of 6 This Wizard helps you with VCR connections and settings Would you like to setup or modify your VCR BACK NEXT HITACHI AV NET Wizard step 3 of 6 Find your VCR 4 digit manufacturers code and enter it here Enter Code 9999 to uninstall BACK NEXT Proper Code Entered from page 23 HITACHI AV NET Wizard step 4a of 6 Which TV Rear Panel Input is connected to your VCR 6 ANTA INPUT 3 ANTB INPUT4 INPUT 1 INPUT 5 INPUT2 INPUTS HITACHI AV NET Wizard step 5 of 6 Turn ON your VCR then press each of the 3 function keys below Your VCR should respond to one of these keys Now press NEXT to continue HITACHI AV NET Wizard step 6 of 6 Did your VCR respond to POWER PLAY or CH UP Press DONE to finish this wizard or HELP to trouble shoot settings HELP DONE HELP TROUBLE SHOOTING Please check connections shown in the EASY GRAPHIC
71. button is pressed it will blink to indicate the remote is in TV mode 3 VCR button When the button is pressed it will blink to indicate the remote is mode see page 36 4 CABLE CBL When the CABLE button is pressed it will blink to indicate the remote is in CABLE mode see page 37 5 STB When the STB button is pressed it will blink to indicate the remote is STB mode see page 38 If you have a Satellite receiver use this button to program your Satellite receiver see page 38 6 DVD button When the DVD button is pressed it will blink to indicate the remote is in DVD mode see page 39 25 ALOWSAY AHL THE REMOTE CONTROL MA 7 CD TAPE AMP buttons When pressed each of these buttons will blink to indicate the remote is in Audio mode see pages 40 and 41 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV CHANNEL selector buttons CHANNEL selector buttons are used to select channels lock access code etc Enter one two or three numbers to select channels Enter 0 first for channels 1 to 9 or simply press the single digit channel you wish to tune then wait a few seconds for the TV to tune For channels 100 and above press the 1 button wait until two dashes appear 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 4 or down Whe
72. d to set the display type of your DVD player to 16 9 widescreen NOTES 1 If your DVD player cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your DVD player s code has not been precoded into the remote In the unlikely event that your DVD player cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your DVD player operating guide 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 1 Button This button allows the remote to control your DVD player by setting it to DVD mode 2 PRECODED DVD Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded DVD codes 3 EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons DEON These buttons are for operating the TV FR HITACHI MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the DVD player for operation of the buttons exclusively for the DVD player 39 TOYULNOOD ALOWSAY AHL THE REMOTE CONTROL a USING YOUR REMOTE TO CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT Operating the precoded function for your Audio component This remote is designed to operate different types of Audio component You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your Audio component refer to page 42 for pre codes T 2 Turn ON your Audio component you wish to control with the Remote Aim the remote control at
73. e 9 button on the remote control to read the SAVED adjusted data If there is no saved data pressing the 9 button will recall the factory pre set data 48 VIDEO Color System This function allows you to automatically change tint and color coordinates for DTV programs HDTV High Definition Television Use for High Vision Signal Y PgPg from HDTV Set Top Box SDTV DVD Standard Definition Television or DVD Digital Versatile Disc Player Y CgCg If Color System is set improperly does not match actual input signal the color and tint of the main picture will be abnormal You must be tuned to VIDEO 1 or 2 inputs and have a component hooked up to the Y PRPR input jacks to access this color system All component color type settings will affect only color component input you are currently viewing If you are using both sets of component input jacks be sure to set the color system feature for both inputs Advanced Your HITACHI Projection TV has an ADVANCED SETTINGS function which will automatically adjust picture Settings settings to produce the highest quality picture possible When ADVANCED SETTINGS is highlighted press down on THUMB STICK to access an ADVANCED SETTINGS feature Video Picture Mode Sports Contrast 100 SE THUMB Brightness 50 EN 1 Color 50 Tint IX gt Sharpness 50 0 Vertical Position IX 1
74. e AV Net Setup Wizard will automatically start upon the very first use see page 21 23 THUMBSTICK A or V to highlight the equipment you wish to control or setup Use THUMBSTICK V gt to navigate and SELECT to select button The command selected is passed through the IR mouse and to the AUDIO VIDEO equipment These on screen buttons are called Soft Keys This window shows the available Audio Video equipment soft keys The equipment list will scroll up or down but the selected equipment will always stay on top The button at the lower right side indicates that there are more soft VCR POWER cH w CH A keys available Press this button to select between the two pages Set Top Box L I SETUP THUMB Cable Box 4 STICK Amplifier TV VCR e a MENU DVD MORE SELECT gt lt gt MORE Y EXIT 4 gt Move 4 Move
75. ect the picture when ADVANCED SETTINGS DIMMER is OFF Brightness Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness Color Use this function to adjust the level of color in the picture Tint Use this function to adjust flesh tones so they appear natural Sharpness Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture Vertical Position This function allows you to select when aspect style is either 4 3 EXPANDED ZOOM1 ZOOM2 Vertical position can be changed with this mode Adjustable range is 10 video center is toward bottom of screen to 10 video center is toward top of screen NOTES 1 If CONTRAST is selected you are adjusting CONTRAST The additional menu items BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT and SHARPNESS can be selected and adjusted in the same manner It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the COMPONENT VIDEO Y PBPR input jacks If you are using the COMPONENT VIDEO input jacks Y PBPR and notice that the TINT COLOR are abnormal check to make sure that the VIDEO Color System is set properly ANT A ANT B and ANT C have different Video settings Also each of the video inputs have their own settings If COLOR is set to minimum level the On Screen Display OSD will be difficult to see 46 VIDEO Magic Focus Auto Digital Convergence Adjustment Please turn ON your television for at least 20 minutes before using this feature The Magic Focus button on contro
76. en ee 30 Sai eris 5 54 MISSION a acs 03 23 24 DVD BRAND CODE Sylvania 2 mte Tee hes 18 NSM pe 02 Lloyd 01 D jOm ss este Re 04 TeleviBeW cete songes 25 oj n 16 27 Hitachi 07 12 13 TEXSCAN 52 tasso ttt es 18 Optimus 05 07 17 24 Dor 01 07 27 50 03 Magnavox 15 23 31 35 Kenwood 04 moet 03 Philips cete iter taroen 02 Magnini iom E Rama nes 44 x sse seed ERE sepes 05 51 22 52 07 17 23 31 Mitsubishi 10 TING Os size tea PEE 29 PrOtON ESS ina Gol 02 os eco GREER ERRORS 24 04 3243 11 39 QED 02 Matsushita 23 Phillips Rer RIA 06 United Artists 36 Quasar ike esse vence 03 MEE PA eap rase 23 PIONO 03 United Cable 49 RCA iii 4 01 21 Memorex 01 15 18 19 RCA Proscan 09 Universal 11 24 31 32 34 39 Realistic 01 20 23 24 32 44 Samsung
77. en setting up external speakers from a separate stereo system The TV s speakers will work as the center speaker see page 14 Off Select this feature is you prefer to use only speakers from a separate stereo system Auto Noise Cancel This function eliminates the noise between stations If a channel is tuned and is noisy this function will automatically eliminate the audio for that channel Perfect Volume This function will automatically adjust volume so each channel has the same average volume level Loudness This function will improve the quality of both low and high frequency sounds when listening at low volume levels 52 AUDIO Advanced Use ADVANCED DIGITAL if your TV is connected to an amplifier receiver with optical digital input with Dolby Digital Digital or PCM decoder capabilities Audio Audio Treble Advanced Digital Bass DTV Balance THUMB Language O3 O4 Sound Enhancement Ad d Setti Digital Output gt ODolby Digital PCM Advanced Digital 2 Move GED Select Move Return Press THUMB STICK A or V to highlight a function Press down on THUMBSTICK to select the function setting DTV Language Some programs transmit more than one DTV language option Mos
78. eriod picture quality will be optimum do not move the TV during self adjust MAGIC FOCUS NOTES Only a momentary press of the MAGIC FOCUS button is necessary to start AUTO DIGITAL CONVERGENCE At any time during this convergence correction process you may press the MAGIC FOCUS button to exit the MAGIC FOCUS mode However the convergence correction process needs to be completed to SAVE the new corrected convergence data Video Video Audio Picture Mode Sports Ch Manager Contrast 100 THUMB Brightness 50 Locks STICK Color 50 Setup x Tint Move Sel Sharpness 50 Vertical Position Video Magic Focus Influences Auto OManual Adjustment Mode Aligns the Red Green and Blue colors to correct for Magnetic Turn Off CAfter 90 days If you want to adjust now Start Move Return 47 Magic Focus Color System Advanced Settings 3 Move Select NOTES When Auto Start at Turn is selected the TV will
79. grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electric Code ANSI NFPA No 70 1984 provides information with respect to proper grounding for the mast and sup porting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding connectors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the ground ing electrode ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 gt lt GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 E L 3 2 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT POWER SERVICE GROUNDING SYSTEM ELECTRODE SYS NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Note to the CATV system installer 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 sys tem of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Disposal of this product may require specific instructions pertaining to your resident state For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance www eiae org Projection TV s are heavy and can mark or damage floor surfaces especially wood floori
80. hannel number then THUMB STICK A or V to highlight other channels the desired channel is highlighted THUMB STICK to scan column then THUMB STICK A or V to select ON or OFF NOTE Lock feature can not be selected or set in CHANNEL MANAGER 54 CHANNEL MANAGER Channel ID This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable Use this feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60 channels a name when CATV signal source is selected ANT A ANT B Channel Manager Channel Manager Ant A Ant A CH Scan CH ID CH Scan CH ID THUMB 2 THUMB 2 H STICK 3 STICK 3 On 4 Off 4 Off 5 Off 5 Off 6 OFF 6 Off 7 Off 7 Off 8 Off 8 Off 9 Off 9 Off 4 Move Edit A Z 0 9 _ Return 4 Move Edit A Z 0 9 _ Return THUMB STICK Channel Manager Ant A CH Scan CH ID 2 On AB a On 4 Off 5 Off 6 Off 7 Off 8 Off 9 Off 4 Move Edit A Z 0 9 _ Return ANTC Channel Manager Ant
81. he volume level will be at the level it was set when the TV is turned ON LAST CHANNEL LAST CH button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed Good for watching two sporting events etc AntA 39 PICTURE IN PICTURE buttons See separate section on pages 33 35 for a description PIP CH button Use the PIP CH button to select between main picture and sub picture tuning The channel number which is highlighted indicates what channel is being controlled Qi vins When the remote control is in TV mode press these buttons to directly select the video input sources between the five video inputs When the remote control is in Set Top Box mode STB these buttons will control the Set Top Box or satellite receiver and execute the secondary functions labeled as SVCS and SCHD 30 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV Q2 VIDEO button Press this button to directly access the VIDEO adjustment menu VIDEO LR O EDI D FL De ke 03 ANTENNA button The ANT button will select between Antenna A Antenna B and Antenna C each time the button is pressed ANT B AntB 28 ANT A AntA 10 720p ONo Information GUIDE button The GUIDE button only works while in ANT C mode DTV Press this button to access the Channel Guide and Event Timer for A
82. herefore recommended for young children under the age of 8 who can not differentiate between real and imaginary portrayals Programming may not be suitable for chil dren under the age of 13 Contains either a few violent scenes or one or more sufficiently violent scenes to affect them Viewing with an adult is therefore strongly recommended for chil dren under 13 13 ans Programming is not suitable for children 16 ans under the age of 16 Contains frequent scenes of violence or intense violence Programming restricted to adults Contains 18 ans constant violence or scenes of extreme violence 60 SETUP Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time Use the THUMB STICK A or V on the remote to highlight etu p the function desired Video gt Setup Audio 9 Menu Preference Ch Manager gt Te dl THUMB Locks gt THUMB Set The Channels STICK STICK Set The Inputs LEP Set Event Timer lt gt Hove set x Set Closed
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84. ired for your TV In order to receive written notification please complete and return your warranty card NOTE Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories 10 TE REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS TYPICAL FULL FEATURE SETUP CONNECT TO Provided IR BLASTER lt Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2 Way signal splitter IR Sensor DVD Player OUTPUT ANTA mon y Y opncaL our 45 Digital Audio CONVERTER HD IEEE1394 1 C3 l Ph YNIDEO Multi Media Card INPUT 2 I AUDIO R VIDEO S VIDEO si Er 9 cee To an amplifier receiver R with optical input capability Gia JR WONO L VDEO R 1 To a digital IEEE1394 capable BLASTER 7 i device such as a Digital VCR PS R L px or Set Top Box o L AUDIO OUTPUT INPUT i Cable TV Box TL R IR INPUT CENTER OUTPUT Scan O olea Bool VCR 2 Laserdisc player VCR Outside antenna or camcorder etc cable TV coaxial cable 1 9 O Stereo System Amplifier CONNECT TO BLASTER lt Provided C
85. l panel will not work when adjustment mode is set to Manual see page 48 Your HITACHI Projection TV has three color projection tubes one for red one for green one for blue When mixed together in the proper proportion the output of these three color tubes can produce any color To produce these colors however the beams must be precisely aligned over each other so that the colors can be mixed The process of aligning these picture beams is called convergence Over a period of time the picture tubes can drift out of alignment due to normal bumps and vibrations or moving the TV If you move your TV or if after a time you notice color rings or halos around objects in the picture you may want to converge align the colors Properly converged the lines appear white which is actually a combination of the outputs of the three color tubes The output of the green tube is stationary The outputs of the red and blue tubes can be adjusted When properly aligned the outputs of all three tubes should be directly over each other to produce the white lines To simplify convergence HITACHI incorporates a function called MAGIC FOCUS located on the front control panel which allows the TV to self adjust Press this MAGIC FOCUS button and the convergence self adjustment will start and this process will take approximately 20 seconds If this button is pressed during this process no change in picture quality will occur After this 20 second self adjust p
86. l the 16 9 screen The center of the image remains unaltered 4 3 Zoom1 Zoom2 Use these aspect modes to zoom in on conventional 4 3 sources 16 9 STANDARD Use this aspect mode to display 16 9 sources like HDTV and DVD s preserving the original 16 9 aspect ratio 16 9 Zoom Use this aspect to Zoom in once while in 16 9 aspect 1 NTSC Signal Format received 4 3 ZOOM1 16 9 ZOOM 4 3 ZOOM2 2 480i 480P Signal Format received 4 3 ZOOM1 16 9 ZOOM 4 3 ZOOM2 3 720P 1080i Signal Format received NOTE When in ANT C signal format is dependent on broadcaster 16 9 ZOOM 28 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV 3 VIRTUAL HD button Press this button to toggle between 1080i and 540p This feature is not available while in ANT C mode 540p and 1080i represent two ways to display the TV signal Progressive The p in 540p tells you that the display is showing you the picture in the progressive format With the progressive format the complete picture is created by drawing lines across the screen from left to right which fill the screen from the top to bottom If you look very closely at the screen there will be a very small space in between each line The progressive format is good for displaying fast moving programs such as a sporting event Interlaced The i in 1080i tells you that the display is showing you the picture in the interlaced format With the interlaced format the picture is
87. lacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above These buttons allow the remote to control your Audio equipment by setting it to Audio mode 2 PRECODED AUDIO Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded Audio component codes 3 EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV HITACHI MY AUDIO EQUIPMENT CODE IS CD TAPE AMP RCVR NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the Audio equipment for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Audio equipment 41 ALOWSAY AHL 6 VCR CABLE SATELLLITE DVD AUDIO CODES FOR REMOTE CONTROL THE REMOTE CONTROL VCR BRAND CODE Quarter see 18 Electricord eser 31 AMPLIFIER BRAND CODE eee 01 uds tet RR PSI 18 Everquest 51 eh anis arcs 05 06 09 s 23 anses 52 01 06 08 01 Radio Shack 01 24 Gafrardi dete c 11 IBI o RES see 10 25 04 02 47 48 oer t Re ne naa aea 24 GC Electronics 32 39 Fisher 2222 08 11 American High 23 22 22s See Seek k eee 24 05 38 43 51 Ras sun 12 REESE 44 03 04 05
88. ly when ANT B is displayed as a main picture ANT C A 75 Ohm RF antenna or un encrypted digital CATV Cable TV input ANT C can be displayed as a main picture or sub picture ANT C is used to receive digital broadcast signals To watch any channel from ANT C run Auto Channel Scan first see page 65 You may ask your local cable company whether DTV services are available 2 When in ANT C only channels stored in Channel Manager during Auto Channel Scan can be tuned using the number buttons on the remote control see pages 54 55 and 65 2 Audio Video Inputs 1 2 3 and 4 The VID1 VID4 buttons will select each video source each time they 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 audio jack NOTE You may use VIDEO or S VIDEO inputs to connect to INPUT 3 and 4 but only one of these inputs may be used at a time 3 MONITOR OUT These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording Use the S VIDEO Output for high quality video output NOTE Only ANT C source and the input of an S VIDEO signal will output S VIDEO 4 AUDIO TO HI FI Output 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 CENTER IN Input This jack is for stereo
89. m posite and component video signals 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 Pp input and the components R Y output to the TV s PR input Your component outputs may be labeled Y CRCR In this case connect the components Cp output to the TV s PR input and the components CR output to the TV s PR input You may use composite video signal for Input 2 Input 5 It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y PpPg inputs See page 46 To ensure no copyright infringement the MONITOR OUT output may be abnormal when using the Y PBPR jacks and ANT C When using IEEE1394 connections you enable video and audio digital data exchange between a compatible device This connection 2 you to control basic equipment functions such play rewind fast forward stop etc from your TV On Screen TV s 1394 rear panel jacks are not compatible with DV CAM Digital Video Camera IEEE1394 connections Not all devices with IEEE1394 capability are compatible with this TV Any compatibility problems with other manufacturers devices should be brought to the attention of those manufacturers 12 EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the TV remote control connect the system as shown below REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION L
90. minimize or gloss over the effects of violent acts Other Content Guidelines There may be some inoffensive slang no profanity and no nudity Parental Guidance Programming intended for a general audience but which may not be suitable for younger children Parents may consider some content inappropriate for unsupervised viewing by children ages 8 13 Violence Guidelines Depictions of conflict and or aggression will be limited and moderate may include physical fantasy or super natural violence Other Content Guidelines May contain infrequent mild profanity or mildly suggestive language Could also contain brief scenes of nudity Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14 Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permit ting viewing by pre teens and early teens Violence Guidelines May contain intense scenes of violence Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a realistic fashion Other Content Guidelines May contain scenes of nudity and or sexual activity There could be frequent use of profanity Adult Violence Guidelines May contain violence integral to the development of the plot character or theme intended for adult audiences Other Content Guidelines May contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and or sex 59 N33HDS NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY LOCKS Canadian Ratings Use CANADIAN RATINGS FR
91. mote Control buttons to use 43 AV IdSIa N33HDS NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY ON SCREEN DISPLAY OSD Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Setup Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Vertical Position Magic Focus Color System Advanced Settings Treble Bass Balance Sound Enhancement Advanced Settings Advanced Digital Ant A NTSC Ant B NTSC Ant C DTV Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings ENG Canadian Ratings FRN Menu Preference Set The Clock Set The Channels Set The Inputs Set Event Timer Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades About Your TV Select between the four picture modes Sports Movies News and Music Adjust contrast Adjust brightness Adjust color Adjust tint Adjust sharpness Centering top and bottom of the picture Automatic or manual alignment of the Red Green and Blue colors to make white Automatically change tint and color coordinates for DTV program Improve picture performance Adjust the treble Adjust the bass Adjust the balance Set SRS and BBE surround settings Improve sound performance Digital Output Settings View edit Channel ID Scan and L
92. motion picture ratings Picture in Picture will also be blocked automatically see page 57 When TV RATINGS is selected various types of television programming based on a parental guide ratings will be blocked Picture in Picture will also be blocked automatically see page 58 Use CANADIAN RATINGS to block various types of movies and television programs based on the two rating systems used in Canada that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content see pages 59 60 If you forget your secret code use the factory code 7777 to erase your key number This will reset the secret code number back to the factory preset 0000 Press EXIT to quit the menu If ANT A and ANT B in the same signal source mode see page 63 when a channel is locked it is locked on both antenna inputs When using TIME LOCK make sure the clock is set see page 62 Text appears on the screen to indicate that TV TIMED LOCK is activated If MOVIE TV Ratings Lock and Closed Caption settings ON PIP SURF mode will be deactivated The IEEE1394 input will not lock when the SET INPUT LOCK is turned on When in ANT C digital broadcast rating availability will depend on the broadcaster If rating is available rating icon will be highlighted see page 26 LOCKS Movie Ratings Use MOVIE RATINGS to block from showing any movie you feel might have inappropriate
93. movie theaters etc with only two speakers Audio Audio Treble S Sound Enhancement Bass 50 Balance IT 2 Sound Enhancement BBE Advanced Settings BBE Mach3Bass Advanced Digital Move Select Move Return To enter SOUND ENHANCEMENT use THUMB STICK A or Y to highlight then press down on THUMB STICK to select SOUND of your choice Use the THUMB STICK to highlight your sound enhancement choice and press SELECT to select your choice SRS by SRS CO Based on the principles of the human hearing system SRS technology delivers and exciting and realistic 3D Sound experience from just two external speakers or the two internal speakers of your HITACHI Television If your HITACHI Television is connected to an external audio system SRS will also create an incredible 3D sound experience from two speakers and even enhance a complete multi speaker surround sound system NOTES SRS and the C symbol are registered trademarks of SRS Labs Inc SRS technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc BBE Technology Sound reproduction quality enhancement system The BBE technology produces sound that is natural and crisp f
94. must be accurate for best signal reception 64 SETUP This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Scan This will allow you to skip Auto Channel Scan unused channels when using CHANNEL UP A DOWN V ANT A ANT B Setup Setup Set The Channels Set The Channels Ant A NTSC Ant A NTSC Source THUMB Source OAntenna Cable 1 O Cable 2 STICK OAntenna Cable 1 O Cable 2 Auto Channel Scan Start gt gt Auto Channel Scan Start 5 Move GED Select Move GE Select THUMB STICK Setup Set The Channels Ant NTSC Auto Channel Scan Scanning Channel Number 66 Cancel Cancel If the EXIT button is pressed while AUTO CHANNEL SCAN function is engaged programming will stop If two antenna are connected switch antenna inputs with the ANT button and repeat AUTO CHANNEL SCAN for the second antenna input Remember to select the correct ANTENNA CABLE mode before using AUTO CHANNEL SCAN See CHANNEL MANAGER SCAN to add or to delete additional channels ANT Setup Setup
95. n in ANT C digital channels are indicated by the use of a DASH in the subchannel number for example 15 1 Press buttons 0 1 5 1 to tune to subchannel 15 1 or buttons 0 1 5 0 0 1 NOTE The TV may not receive some channels if you are not in the correct ANTENNA CABLE mode see page 63 9 SLEEP and DASH 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 this timer up to a maximum of three hours Once set use INFO 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 When in ANT C Digital channels are indicated by the use of a DASH in the subchannel number for example 15 1 Press buttons 1 5 1 to tune to subchannel 15 1 INFO button Press this button when you want to check the channel being received the picture source if the channel has stereo ST or second audio program SAP the time CHANNEL ID and if the TIMER is set When an S VIDEO Input is connected to VIDEO 3 ANT A ANT B Signal Format Received Broadcast Rating Main Picture Source Audio Selected Wide Mode 4 3 Standard Virtual HD gt 10801 Picture Mode Sports Closed Captioning gt On SS Audio Channel Digital Closed Caption Program Language B
96. ng if moved improperly Do not slide or force TV into position Always roll TV allowing casters at bottom of unit to help steer and position the TV PREVENTION OF SCREEN BURN This Wide Screen TV is designed to display wide screen pictures Images should be viewed mostly in wide screen format or zoomed to fill the screen with moving pictures Use of side panels top and bottom panels of standard picture formats should only be 15 of your total viewing time to prevent uneven aging of the phosphors Phosphors in the lighted area of the picture will age more rapidly than the gray areas Continuous on screen displays such as video games stock market quotations computer gen erated graphics and other fixed non moving patterns can cause permanent damage to television receivers Such SCREEN BURNS constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty 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 FIRST TIME USE ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES IR MOUSE CABLE HITACHI 1 Remote Control Unit CLU 5721TSI Part No HLO1821 2 Two size 1 5V batteries For Remote Control Unit 3 Two IR
97. ngage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings Ratings Canadian Ratings Eng Canadian Ratings Move Return Use THUMB STICK A or V to highlight function and then press SELECT button To change the access code number select Change Access Code Enter a new four digit key number you prefer Select CHANGE ACCESS CODE to change factory preset code 0000 to your preference When ENGAGE LOCK is selected SET CHANNEL LOCK SET INPUT LOCK and SET FRONT PANEL LOCK can be set individually When SET CHANNEL LOCK is turned on the picture and sound for the chosen channel will be blocked out When SET INPUT LOCK is turned on the picture and sound for all video inputs and the picture and sound for channels 3 4 of ANT A B will be blocked out When FRONT PANEL LOCK is turned on all buttons on the Front Panel will be deactivated except the Power button When TV TIME LOCK is turned on 9 TIME LOCK you can set the BEGIN and END times THUMB STICK and the cannot be viewed during that time period Set clock first Use CURSOR A or Y to highlight ONCE TV will time out one time only DAILY TV will time out every day WEEKLY SUN WEEKLY MON TV will time out one time a week or OFF to dis able this function When MOVIE RATINGS is selected you can block various types of movies and video tapes based on
98. no vio TV lence no strong language and little or no sex ual dialogue or situations Parental guidance suggested The program TV may contain infrequent coarse language limit ed violence some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations MA but not language and sex Mature audiences only This program may TV contain mature themes indecent language graphic violence and explicit sexual content Sexually Suggestive Dialogue G PG Parents strongly cautioned This program TV 14 may contain sophisticated themes intense sexual situation more intense violence and intensely suggestive dialogue MA V 58 LOCKS Canadian Ratings Use Canadian Ratings Eng to block any type of movie and television program in Canada that Eng you feel might be inappropriate in its content Locks Locks Change Access Code Canadian Ratings Eng Engage Lock Status THUMB TV Time Lock THUMB C Movie Ratings STICK C8 5 TV Ratings 2 Canadian Ratings Eng Canadian Ratings Frn gt 14 Move Select 18 f Move Return Use THUMB STICK or V to select the CANADIAN RATINGS Eng category that you want to block Press SELECT t
99. normal if the connection is loose A single VCR can be used for VCR 1 and VCR 2 see page 11 but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input output connections 17 ASN 15414 FIRST TIME USE 1 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING COMPONENT SOURCE WITH DVI HDTV CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1 1 Connect the DVI connection cable from the output of the HDTV set top box DVD player to the DVI HDTV input as shown on the TV set below 2 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the INPUT AUDIO R jack 3 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the INPUT AUDIO L jack 4 Press the VID1 button to view the program from the HDTV set top box or DVD player The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds 5 Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel D VHS DISTR OUTPUT DOR OUTPUT INPUT 1 Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose The DVI HDTV input on INPUT 1 contains the copy protection system called High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP HDCP is a cryptographic system that encrypts video signals when using DVI connections to preven
100. o set the CANADIAN RATINGS Eng that you have selected Once rating is selected for example C8 all movies and television programs rated C8 and higher G PG 14 and 18 will be blocked automatically Press EXIT to quit menu Canadian Ratings English Chart Programming intended for children under age 8 Violence Guidelines Careful attention is paid to themes which could threaten children s sense of security and well being There will be no realistic scenes of violence Depictions of aggressive behavior will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary comedic or unreal istic in nature Other Content Guidelines There will be no offensive language nudity or sexual content Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own Violence Guidelines Violence will not be portrayed as the pre ferred acceptable or only way to resolve conflict or encourage children to imitate dan gerous acts which they may see on television Any realistic depictions of violence will be infrequent discreet of low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts Other Content Guidelines There will be no profanity nudity or sexual content General Audience Violence Guidelines Will contain very little violence either physi cal or verbal or emotional Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger child will not depict realistic scenes of violence which
101. o view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds 5 Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel INPUT 4 OUTPUT x 1112 Ww 95 Completely insert the connection plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose single VCR can be used for VCR 1 and VCR 2 see page 11 but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input output connections 16 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES el CONNECTING AN S VIDEO SOURCE TO INPUT 3 4 AND 5 1 Connect the cable from the S VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT S VIDEO jack as shown on the TV set below Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT AUDIO R jack Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT AUDIO L jack Press the VID3 VID5 button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel INPUT 4 Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks The picture and sound that is played back will be ab
102. o your cable or TV guide for channel identification standards UHF 14 69ch Signal Meter When in ANT C select Signal Meter when using an indoor or outdoor antenna This feature will show the sig nal strength and peak values of the Antenna signal to help you adjust your antenna to optimize signal recep tion If Auto Channel Scan is not performed first you cannot use this feature and the screen below will appear see page 65 Setup Set The Channels Ant C DTV Source Antenna OCable Signal Meter Auto Channel Scan Start Execute Auto Scan First Move Select Setup Set The Channels Ant DTV Source Setup Set Channels ANT _C DTV Signal Meter Antenna OCable Signal Meter Strength Peak 5 71 Auto Channel Scan Start Close Move GED Select GED Close Press down on THUMB STICK to Close or press Exit to quit MENU NOTES 1 The signal meter menu will automatically disappear after 30 seconds 2 Weak signals will display a black screen no video no audio 3 Antenna positioning
103. ock settings in antenna A View edit Channel ID Scan and Lock settings in antenna B View edit Channel ID Scan and Lock settings in antenna C Change Lock access code Choose to lock channel video input and front panel Set specific time to Lock TV Block various types of movies and video types based on motion picture ratings Block various types of movies and television programming based on a parental guide ratings Block various types of movies and television programming based on the Canadian ratings system Block various types of movies and television programming based on the Canadian French ratings system Choose English French or Spanish text Set the TV clock It must be set before using Lock Timer feature Set Channel Source and Auto Channel Scan Label Video Inputs VCR DVD etc Turn TV on and off once daily or weekly Feature to display dialogue text Set Monitor Out Source Software information for ANT C only Displays TV model and dimensions 44 VIDEO Vi deo Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality Picture Mode Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV s performance Video Audio Ch Manager Locks Setup Move Sel
104. onents VCR Cable box DVD player etc With this connection your external components can automatically be controlled by the AV net feature This connection will allow you to control the external components with your television s remote control see page 21 9 DVI HDTV Input Input 1 Use this DVI HDTV Input for your external devices with DVI HDTV output such as a Set Top Box high band DTV decoders DVD players with Digital Content Protection NOTES 1 Only DTV format such as 1080i 720p 480i and 480p are available for DVI HDTV input 2 When connecting a Set Top Box with a copy protect digital out terminal a high definition picture can be displayed on the screen in its digital form Optical Out Digital Audio This jack provides Digital Audio Output for your audio device that is Dolby Digital and PCM compatible such as an audio amplifier Only ANT C has Optical Output IEEE1394 These jacks provide a digital interface for your external digital devices such as a Digital VCR D VHS or Set Top Box by means of a single cable see page 68 When using IEEE1394 connections you enable video and audio digital data exchange between a compatible device This connection also enables you to control basic equipment functions such as VCR play rewind fast forward stop etc from your TV On Screen Display 2 Multi Media Card Slot This card slot is for future software upgrades Hitachi will notify you if a software upgrade is requ
105. onnect only 1 component to each input jack Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system Composite video signal can be input to Input2 Input5 Cables are not included with the purchase of this TV except when noted as provided ASN LSHIA FIRST TIME USE el 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 television 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 3 in the example on page 11 Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input output connections You may use VIDEO or S VIDEO inputs to connect to Input 3 Input 4 or Input 5 but only one of these may be used at a time Connect only 1 component VCR DVD player camcorder etc to each input jack COMPONENT Y PBPR Input 1 amp 2 connections are provided for high performance components such as DVD players and set top boxes Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature Input 2 accepts both co
106. ovies you feel might have inappropriate content Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Use THUMB STICK A or V to highlight the category that you want to block Canadian Ratings Eng Canadian Ratings Frn Move Select Press select to block the TV RATING that you have selected Press EXIT to quit menu or select TV RATING to return to the previous menu TV Parental Guide Ratings Chart All children The themes and elements in this program are specifically designed for a very young audience including children from ages 2 6 Locks TV Ratings Status Sub Rating D L S FV TV Y TV Y7 a TV YG TV PG D D TV 14 TV MA DH PP HP DDD DDD amp amp amp Move Return If you Block TV 14D you will still permit TV MA programs If you block TV 14DV you will automatically block TV MAV pro grams but you will still permit TV MALS programs This means that the TV will block violence in TV 14 and higher TV ON SCREEN DISPLAY Directed to older children Themes and ele TV Y7 ments in this program may include mild physi cal or comedic violence or may frighten chil dren under the age of 7 General audience It contains little or
107. r Hitachi Projection Television will activate the circuitry for this special feature to improve video performance when watching film based sources This 3 2 pulldown detection will only work in MOVIE mode When NEWS mode is selected the following are automatically set CONTRAST 7596 COLOR TEMPERATURE MEDIUM LOUDNESS ON PERFECT VOLUME ON When MUSIC mode is selected the following are automatically set CONTRAST 7596 COLOR TEMPERATURE HIGH LOUDNESS OFF PERFECT VOLUME OFF SURROUND BBE Mach3Bass You can customize each of the above modes SPORTS MOVIES NEWS and MUSIC to your preference to increase viewing per formance and pleasure depending upon the video program being viewed However if RESET is selected each mode will reset to the initial conditions as explained above If RESET is selected in SPORTS mode only SPORTS mode will return to factory conditions Press EXIT to quit menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu 45 AV1dSIG N33H2S NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY VIDEO Use the THUMB STICK or V to highlight the function to be adjusted Press the THUMB STICK lt or to adjust the function Press down on THUMB STICK to select the function settings Press MENU to return to main menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu Press EXIT to quit menu Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture This adjustment Contrast will only aff
108. r PM Month Day and Year Use THUMBSTICK A V to adjust settings Press down on THUMBSTICK to set the Time and Date Press EXIT to quit menu NOTES When Daylight Saving Correction is checked the TV will automatically calculate the clock adjustment for Daylight Saving 62 SETUP Set The Channels For ANT and ANT B select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna Select Cable if you have cable TV Setup Setup Menu Preference Set The Channels Set The Clock Ant A NTSC Set The Channels THUMB Ant B NTSC STICK Set The Inputs Ant Set Event Timer 8 4M SE Ret Set Closed Captions Move EM Set Monitor Out Upgrades About Your TV Move Select THUMB STICK Setup Setup Set The Channels Set The Channels Ant NTSC gt Ant A CNTSC Source THUMB Ant NTSC STICK Antenna OCable 1 Cable 2 Ant DTV Auto Ch 1S a Mave Se uto anne can Start
109. r operating the TV MY VCR CODE IS NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the VCR for operation of the buttons exclusively for the VCR 36 USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your cable box This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your cable box refer to page 42 1 Turn ON your cable box 2 remote control at the front of your cable box 3 Press and release the Cable CBL button to switch to Cable pre coded mode 4 Hold down the CBL button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your cable box as shown on page 42 The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted 5 Aim the remote at the cable box and press the POWER button The remote will turn off your cable box when the correct two digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your cable box If the cable box does not turn off try a different two digit preset code 6 The remote will now control your Cable box NOTES 1 If your cable box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your cable box code has not been precoded into the remote In the unlikely event that your cable box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your cable box operating guide The remote control will remember the codes
110. r will display television closed captioning or in accordance with paragraph 15 119 and 15 122 of the FCC rules CAUTION Never remove the back cover of the television as this can expose you to very high voltages and other haz ards If the television does not operate properly unplug the television and call your authorized dealer or service center IMPORTANT AN Read before operating equipment Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television NON Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accor dance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 1
111. roadcast Rating 26 16 9 Standard 10801 Sports C C On pu Stereo 4801 Channel ID Video ID ST SA PIP TVPG DLSV wiae Time yi PIP Sub Picture ite 16 9 Standard Source Picture When Off Timer D Off 10 05 VIDEO Y PRBPR Input TV Time Lock Time Lock 10 05 AM is connected to VIDEO 1 Main Picture PIP Sub Picture ANT C IEEE1394 When an IEEE 1394 device is connected Digital Input N 4801 9 14 4 TV Time 4d80i Program gt amp Friends Ant C 15 2 2 and Information Who s Who at the Zoo KPBS DT 4 Channel ID ONo Information IEEE1394 01 04 4 Multi Barney and the chi 4 00PM 5 00PM 4 Program Time M pes Apr Channel 2 Programs NOTE When IEEE1394 device is connected press A CH buttons to change Multi Channel programs HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO S CONTROL YOUR TV 17 AV NET button Press this button once to access the Audio Video Network AV Net menu The AV Net allows the user to control external components with the TV s remote control When in ANT C press this button twice to quickly access the IEEE1394 menu see page 68 When you press the AV NET button the following window will pop up within the Display screen The window will disappear after eight seconds if you don t press any buttons or if you press the AV NET button again Th
112. rom just two speak ers or the two internal speakers of your HITACHI television If your HITACHI television is connected to an external audio system BBE will also create an incredible crisp sound experience from two speakers and even more complete and accurate reproduction of the original performance BBE brings to the listener s ear a more complete and accurate reproduction of the original performance Each voice speaking or singing each instrument or sound effect is presented with its attendant harmonics or partials more clearly audible The ear can then more easily recognize the unique tonal colors of each sound as though the sound was being produced live Mach3Bass BBE Mach3Bass provides rich and natural bass sound NOTES Licensed by BBE Sound Inc under USP4638258 and 4482866 BBE BBE Mach3Bass and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound Inc Manufactured under license from BBE Sound Inc 51 AV1dSIG N33H2S NO ON SCREEN DISPLAY AUDIO Advanced Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV depending on listening conditions Settings Audio Audio Treble 50 O O Advanced Settings Bass i r Audio Source Balance R THUMB Stereo OMono O2nd Audio Prog Sound Enhancement STICK m Internal Speakers Advanced Settings a
113. s 68 SETUP Set Event Timer This function will automatically turn the Projection TV on and off one time only every day or once a week This Event Timer is only for ANT A ANT B To set Event Timer in ANT C press the GUIDE but ton on the remote control see page 31 32 If the clock is not set you can not use this function and the screen below will appear in ANT A and ANT The message on the screen will disappear after 3 seconds then the screen automatically goes to the clock setup mode see page 62 Please Set Clock First Setup Setup Menu Preference Set Event Timer Set The Clock Event 1 AM Set The Channels THUMB Ant A Ch Once Set The Inputs STICK O Event 2 AM AM Set Event Timer gt gt Ant A Ch Once Set Closed Captions O Event 3 gt Set Monitor Out Ant Ch Once Upgrades About Your TV Move Select y 2 Move GED Return Setup Set Event Timer Event 1 gt Ant Ch Once Event 2 AM gt AM Ant A Eh Once Event 3 AM
114. s Center ooff 2 Advanced Digital MAuto Noise Cancel Move Select Perfect Volume M Loudness Move GED Return Press THUMB STICK A or V to highlight a function Press down on THUMB STICK to select the function setting When the function has in the box it is ON Audio Source Multi Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO a stereo broadcast MONO monaural sound used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast or SAP second audio program which may be a secondary language weather report etc The mode you select will be displayed at the left edge of the TV The source received will be displayed above the mode See example below for each selection when both stereo and second audio are received monaural is always received ANT A ANT B SELECTED Sap SELECTED To Selected ABER SAP Ant A 31 Ant A 31 ST SA NEWS NEWS Audio gt A 10 00 PM PAUL A Broadcast A aw 480i 9 14AM amp Friends Ant C 15 2 Who s Who at the Zoo BS DT Barney and the chi 4 00PM 5 00PM 4 3 Standard 1080i NS Sports Audio Channel C C On ANT C Audio Source availability is dependent on broadcaster Internal Speakers On Select this feature if using the internal speakers only TV as Center Select this feature wh
115. s still no power unplug the power cord from the wall Wait 30 seconds and plug the power cord back in Press the power switch again This protective technology should provide for years of lasting entertainment from your HITACHI Projection Television 74 USEFUL INFO Features Superfine Picture Quality 1280 Line Horizontal Resolution Remote Controls many VCR brands cable boxes satellite boxes and other audio equipment New Easy to Use 3 Language On Screen Menu New AV Network Infra Red IR System Control up to 4 components with one remote 2 IR Mouse cables included Full Set of Input Jacks including S VIDEO e COMPONENT VIDEO Y Pg Pn e Velocity Modulation Six Aspect Modes e Closed Caption Decoder e 3 Tuner Picture in Picture Magic Focus Auto Digital Convergence and Manual Adjustment Antenna Inputs 2 NTSC 1 ATSC e Video Input Sensor e 21 1394 5 Interface Digital Audio Output Dolby Digital and PCM 3 Dimensional Y C Comb Filter Full 1080i HDTV capable DVI with HDCP High bandwidth Digital Content Protection V1 0 compatible BBE Technology Technology e SRS Technology e DO Technology SRS and the C symbol are registered trademarks of SRS Labs Inc SRS technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc Licensed by BBE Sound Inc under USP4638258 and 4482866 BBE BBE Mach3Bass and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound
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117. ss 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 and right gt buttons when in MENU mode When the TV power is turned OFF at a volume level 31 or greater the volume level will default to 30 when the TV is turned ON However if it is set to a level 30 or less the volume level will be at the level it was set when the TV is turned ON 5 POWER button Press this button to turn the TV on or off 6 MAGIC Focus Use this button to automatically adjust your picture quality to optimum performance see page 47 The Magic Focus button will not work when the Adjustment Mode is set to Manual see page 48 7 FRONT INPUT JACKS INPUT 5 Use these audio video jacks for a quick hook up from camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite show or new recording Press the INPUT button until VIDEO 5 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen If you have mono sound insert the audio cable into the left audio jack IR RECEIVER The screen area acts as the IR receiver remote sensor of the TV When using the remote control point it towards the screen for best response 7 3sn 15414 FIRST TIME USE 1 FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in the following examples S VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO L MQNO MAGIC FOCUS VIDE
118. sunlight or near a heating appliance etc VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Projection Television is its large viewing screen To see this large screen at its best test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for 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 5 S BEST HORIZONTAL 10 15 20 VIEWING ANGLE 5 4 MINIMUM CAUTION Magnetic fields such as those of external speakers may cause the picture to distort if they are placed too close to the television Move the magnetic field source away from
119. t illegal copying of video contents DVI is not a NETWORK technology It establishes a one way point to point connection for delivery of uncompressed video to a display The connected digital output device controls the DVI interface so proper set up of device user settings determines final video appearance CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES C el CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE TO INPUT 1 OR 2 Y PBPR 1 Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc DVD player HDTV set top box to the INPUT Y jack as shown on the TV set below Connect the cable from the Cp Pp OUT or B Y OUT of the Laserdisc DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT PB jack Connect the cable from the CR PR OUT or R Y OUT of the laserdisc DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT PR jack Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT AUDIO R jack Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT AUDIO L jack Press the VID1 or VID2 button to view the program from the Laserdisc DVD player or HDTV set top box The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel INPUT 1 NOTES 1 Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the
120. t will have English as a default language DTV language will allow you to select up to 4 language options If more than one DTV Language is available the DTV Language options will be in white If only one language is available the DTV Language options will be grayed out Digital Output This function allows you to select between Dolby Digital and PCM Dolby Digital Select this feature if the TV is connected to an amplifier receiver with a Dolby Digital only decoder it will provide six independent soundtrack channels through the optical output jack Digital Audio PCM Select this feature if the TV is connected to an amplifier receiver with a PCM only decoder it will provide two independent sound track channels through the optical output jack Digital Audio NOTE Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories 53 AV IdSIa N33HDS NO Channel Manager Press THUMB STICK or Y to review more channels Press EXIT to quit menu Use this feature after Auto Channel Scan is completed to add On or skip Off additional channels to the remote control channel A or V buttons CHANNEL MANAGER This function allo
121. that matches your VCR as shown on page 42 The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted 5 Aim the remote at the VCR and press the POWER button 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 try a different two digit preset code 6 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 In the unlikely event that your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your VCR operating guide 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 The MENU button will act as the VCR MENU button for HITACHI VCRs The LAST CH button will act as your VCR ENTER button if required The SLEEP button will act as your VCR 100 button if required ANNET GUIDE ASPECT y 79049 1 VCR Button This button allows the remote to control your VCR by setting it to VOR mode RD 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 HITACHI 3 EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are fo
122. ting Auto Channel Scan will only store channels scanned before the power interruption If your ANT source is an antenna repeat Auto Channel Scan everytime antenna position direction is changed Channel availability in ANT C depends on the broadcaster Certain channels that are available during the day may not be available at night Set The Inputs Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs THUMB STICK Setup Setup Menu Preference Set The Inputs Set The Clock Videol Rename Set The Channels Video2 Rename Set The Inputs Set Event Timer Video2 Auto Link Video3 Rename Set Closed Captions Video4 Rename Set Monitor Out Video5 Rename 1394 Upgrades About Your TV y Move Select 2 Move GED Return THUMB STICK Set
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124. up Setup Set The Inputs Set Inputs Videol Rename Video 1 Rename Video2 Rename List Video2 Auto Link DVD2 VCR i gt Video3 Rename Ow 1 Video4 Rename DVD SAT VCR2 Video5 Rename o o o IEEE 1394 O DVD1 OSTB Reset x Move Seleck 2 Move Return Press THUMB STICK A V 6 gt to highlight the name of the video inputs Press down on THUMB STICK to select desired input name Select RESET to set video names to original factory preset condition 66 SETUP Video 2 Auto Link Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to Video2 when it detects a video signal to input 2 Setup Setup Set Inputs Set Inputs Videol Rename 2 Video2 Auto Link 1 THUMB Video2 Rename STICK OAuto Input Signal Sensor Video2 Auto Link Video3 Rename ORemote Control Sensor Video4 Rename off Video5 Rename 2 1394 4 Move Select Y Move Return THUMB STICK Setup Set The Inputs Video2 Auto Link O Auto Input Signal Sensor O Remote Control Sensor eoff
125. ws you to review which channels are labeled CH ID which have been added to Channel Memory SCAN and which are protected by LOCK Ch Manager Ch Manager Ant A 5 Ant A Ant B NTSC CH Scan CH ID Ant DIV THUMB 2 sees Move Select STICK i Ed y 5 6 Off 7 OFF 1 8 Off 9 OFF Move GED Return Ch Manager Ch Manager Ant A Ant A CH Scan CH ID CH Scan CH ID 2 Off 2 Off 3 Off TNG 3 off 4 off 4 OFF 5 Off gt 5 Off 6 Off 6 Off 7 Off 7 OFF 8 Off 8 Off 9 Off 9 Off Move Return Move 4 SE Return THUMB STICK es Ch Manager Ch Manager Ant A Ant CH Scan CH ID CH Scan CH ID 2 THUMB 2 EM 3 Off STICK 3 Off 4 off 4 5 Off 2 5 Off 6 Off 6 Off 7 Off 7 Off 8 Off 8 Off 9 Off 9 Off gt Move 2 Set Return 4 Move set GED Return ON SCREEN DISPLAY To add Scan On or skip Scan Off additional channels while in Channel Manager THUMB STICK to highlight the c
126. y 4 4 1 800 555 1212 SPLIT FREEZE with PIP OFF PIP FREEZE should be in SPLIT mode Press the FREEZE button to freeze the picture you are currently viewing only the right sub picture will freeze Press the FREEZE button again to return to normal viewing Main Picture Sub Picture FREEZE FREEZE STROBE FREEZE with PIP OFF PIP FREEZE should be in STROBE mode Press the FREEZE button to freeze three 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 LS EE Ae FREEZE 8 ng E I NOTES 1 Each freeze frame is delayed about 0 1 1 10 second 2 When in ANT A ANT B the FREEZE mode cycles through POP POP SPLIT STROBE 3 When in ANT the FREEZE mode cycle will depend upon the signal format received 35 TOYULNOOD ALOWSAY AHL THE REMOTE CONTROL 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 42 for pre codes 1 Turn ON your VCR 2 Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR 3 Press and release the VCR button to switch to VCR pre coded mode 4 Hold down the VCR button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code

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