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Hitachi 53SBX01 Projection Television User Manual

1. F3 taco VOL EXIT prame SET Push open door and pull forward and down POWER oo00000 MENU Button This button allows you to enter the MENU making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote INPUT EXIT button Press this button to select the current antenna source VIDEO 1 2 3 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 CHANNEL Selector Press these buttons until the desired channel appears at the top right corner of the TV screen These buttons also serve as the cursor down V and up buttons when in MENU mode VOLUME Level Press these buttons for your desired sound level The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen These buttons also serve as the cursor left 4 and right gt buttons when in MENU mode POWER Button Press this button to turn the TV on or off NOTES Your HITACHI Projection TV will appear to be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO 1 2 or 3 is selected Check the Power Light to make sure the TV is turned off when not in use To see an auto demonstration of the on screen displays with HELP text displayed press and hold the POWER button on the set for approximately five seconds Press the POWER button on the TV again to end the auto demonstration pg 9 Es
2. uiis A Y u i m M mum sre CUR pam e qom z Pe GT ma ma sean il ml me e P alla E Se er a ee ae l ru ra EET he HM rH Use THUMB STICK or W to set the time date and year Press THUMB STICK 4 Or d to change position Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu when the CURSOR is in the first position MAGIC FOCUS 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 colors 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 c
3. 000001 MENU LANGUAGE PLUG amp PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS CHANNEL ID VIDEO ID FAMILY FAVORITES PARENTAL CONTROL 4 EVENT PROGRAM AUTO LINK CLOSED CAPTION MENU BACKGROUND FIRST TIME TOUR VIDEO CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT SHARPNESS RESET ADVANCED SETTINGS AUDIO BASS TREBLE BALANCE RESET ADVANCE SETTINGS THEATER MODES SURROUND GRAPHIC EQ WIRELESS SOUND SUP WOOFER Choose English French or Spanish text Optimum hook up for your system Select Antenna or Cable TV First time set up for channel buttons Channel buttons add skip Check channel name scan and child lock Set before using timer features Automatically match red green and blue colors to make white Label channels PAY 1 ABC etc Label video inputs VCR1 DVD1 etc Allows you to set and view favorite channels Block channel picture and sound Turn TV on and off once daily or weekly Automatically turn TV on with any VIDEO input Feature to display dialogue text oelect from three types of backgrounds Introduces you to basic TV functions Adjust contrast Adjust brightness Adjust color Adjust tint Adjust sharpness Set VIDEO settings to factory preset Improve picture performance Adjust bass Adjust treble Adjust balance oet AUDIO settings to factory preset Improve sound performance Picture a
4. 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 34 MT 1 Turn ON your cable box 2 Aim the remote control at the front of your cable box 3 Press the 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 matched your Cable box as shown on page 34 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 1 If your cable box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your cable box code has not been precoded into the remote 2 In the unlikely event that your cable box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your cable box operating guide 3 The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure stated above 4 The LAST CH button will act as your cable box ENTER bu
5. PIP _ SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER When an S VIDEO Input is connected to VIDEO 1 When an COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB CR Input is connected to VIDEO 2 18 PICTURE IN PICTURE buttons See separate section on page 26 for a description 19 PIP CH buttons Use the PIP CH button to select between main picture and sub picture and sub picture tuning The channel number which is highlighted indicates what channel is being controlled 20 These buttons are not used on Remote Control CLU 574TSI Your HITACHI Projection TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment This Dual Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub picture simultaneously with separate tuning control for each The Dual Tuner can operate with only one input ANT A only or two inputs ANT A and ANT B ANT A input can be viewed as both the main picture and the sub picture simultaneously ANT B and COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB CR INPUT 2 sources can only be viewed as a main picture To select between main picture and PIP sub picture tuning press the PIP CH button on the remote The highlighted channel display will move with every press of the PIP CH button When the top channel display is highlighted channel tuning is for the main picture When the lower channel display is highlighted channel tuning is for the PIP sub picture This method of picture tuning is the same for one antenna input ANT A onl
6. 1 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT VIDEO jack on the TV set below 2 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT AUDIO R jack 3 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT AUDIO L jack 4 Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player The mode VIDEO disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds 5 Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel Optional sea tips on page 15 TV INPUT TERMINAL NOTES Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks The picture that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose A single VCR can be used for VCR 1 and 2 but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output INPUT l in example on page 13 Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input output connections pg 19 ms ls ET Y IE Exc CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES cont CONNECTING A LASERDISC PLAYER OR DVD PLAYER TO INPUT 2 1 Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 Y jack as shown on the TV set below 2 Connect the cable from the CB OUT or B Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 CB jack as shown on the TV set below 3 Connect the cable
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8. Cable TV converters satellite receivers DVD players and other audio video equipment with one touch Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area To operate your TV point the remote control at the remote sensor of the TV and press the TV button The 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 29 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 30 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your cable box To operate your satellite receiver point the remote at the remote sensor of the satellite receiver and press the SATELLITE SAT button The SAT button will blink indicating that the remote will now control your satellite receiver See page 31 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your satellite receiver To operate your DVD player point the remote at the remote sensor of the DVD player and press the DVD button The DVD button will blink indicating that the remote will now control your DVD player See page 32 for instruction on how to program the
9. When using the Y CB CR input jacks connect your components audio output to the TV s INPUT 2 Left and Right Audio input jacks Your component outputs may be labeled Y B Y and R Y In this case connect the components B Y output to the TV s CB input and the components R Y output to the TV s CR input It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y CB CR inputs See pages 54 and 55 To ensure no copyright infringement the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal when using Y CB CR jacks When using the Y CB CR jacks INPUT 2 will be viewed as a blank PIP sub picture see page 26 CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER REAR OF TV SET AUDIO TO HI FI TERMINAL TO AUDIO INPUT TERMIMAL OF EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER SPEAKERS SPEAKERS NOTES 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 fo the TV set Do not connect speakers simultaneously to the REAR SPEAKER terminal of the Projection TV and an external amplifier 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
10. 5 These speakers are controlled by a wireless speaker transmitter Use the WIRELESS OUT output on the TV 6 This sub woofer is connected to the SUB WOOFER output on the TV zi oth Or TRANSMITTER i 2 E m FOR WIRELESS 9 r7 0 STEREO e al emi A gt JOE REQUIRED OPTIONAL EFFECT CONNECTION CONNECTION ev qn rive oe ae atereo sound 3 5 6 Gives the listener concert hall sound 3 5 6 Listener has feeling of being at a stadium Movie theater reproduction with separate left center right and surround speakers Movie theater reproduction with separate left center right and surround channels with left and right channels added to audio amplifier speakers to improve sound clarity and spatial positioning Movie theater reproductions surround channel added to left and right audio amplifier speakers DOLBY 3 STEREO Movie theater reproduction surround TV AS CENTER channel added to left and right audio amplifier speakers Left and right speakers are connected 3 and the internal speakers 1 can be disabled creating better separation between left center and right channels The center channel audio will be heard from 2 pg 22 34 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL CLU 573TSI and CLU 574TSI In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV the new remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs CATV
11. O Press the Right Speaker red button and insert the positive lead wire into the hole next to the button Once the wire is in place pull the red button back to original position and the wire is locked into place In the same manner press the Right Speaker black button and insert the negative lead wire Repeat this procedure for the Left opeaker TO EXTERNAL SPEAKER TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS S Video connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players VCRs etc that have this feature Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature If your device has only one audio output mono sound connect it to the left audio jack on the TV Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook up cables A single VCR can be used for VCR 1 and VCR 2 but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output INPUT 1 in example on page 13 Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input output connection You may use VIDEO S VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB CR inputs to connect to INPUT 2 but only one of these may be used at a time Connect only 1 component to each input jack COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB CR connections are provided for high performance components such as DVD players Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature
12. QUIT MEHU TOG MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT Use the THUMB STICK or V buttons to highlight the function to be adjusted Press the THUMB STICK 4 Or 4 buttons to adjust the function Press EXIT to quit menu NOTE 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 2 CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS adjustments will affect only the main picture These adjustments will not affect the sub picture CONTRAST Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture This adjustment will only affect the picture when ADVANCED SETTINGS ULTRA AI is OFF See page 55 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 It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB CR INPUT 2 jacks Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture RESET When RESET is selected press down on THUMB STICK to return video adjustments to factory preset conditions ADVANCED SETTINGS Your HITACHI Projection TV has an Ultra AI Artificial Intelligence function which will automatically adjust picture settings to produce the highest quality picture possible When Al is highlighted pr
13. STICK buttons to highlight the category you would like to rename Use THUMB STICK or V to change a letter and THUMB STICK b to select the next character to change To enter a channel into a category highlight the channel location to be stored Press CHANNEL or V or the number buttons to enter the desired channel Repeat until category has been set with your favorite channels The channel to be added is displayed in the top right corner of the screen Enter channel 00 to erase a favorite channel To reset categories and channels back to original factory preset press RECALL while you are renaming a category FAMILY FAVORITES OPERATION Use this function to display FAMILY FAVORITES selections as sub pictures or to tune the main picture to a desired favorite channel erm i fi i ii F MENU SUAF TO QUIT EXIT MENU TO SURF ro QUIT EXIT Select a category using THUMB STICK 4 or a Press MENU and the category will be displayed as sub pictures at the right edge of the screen This is useful for previewing a category Use THUMB STICK 4 gt or W to highlight a favorite channel and the TV will automatically tune to that channel Press EXIT to remove FAMILY FAVORITES OSD from the screen PARENTAL CONTROL This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input It can be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled amount of time that you set The code to en
14. 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 HITACHI 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 contact Hitachi America LTD Home Electronics Division 1855 Dornoch Court oan Diego CA 92154 In Canada please contact 1 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 HITACHI HSC Canada Inc 6740 Campobello Road Mississauga Ont L5N 2L8 blank page for consumer notes HITACHI QR43601
15. benefit from Dolby Pro Logic Surround it is recommended that the surround speaker system be complete as shown on page 20 THUMB THUMB STICK STICK THEATER MODES SLIRFPAOUND m OFF i GRAPHIC EQ O MATRIX WIRELESS SOUND O HALL SUB WOOFER DOLBY TO MENU BAR QUIT DES RE v ex nad DRE E ica eee H uz Muss am Cr necp ir Hr IT HM M e a ETE Ter ELT eer mee me ERE ee me EEE a nl T Pau Ra an Mor jo TUER CR E dcm dcm T ui Renee ue wes ES Sec Hee tetera eee ONE por um Press THUMB STICK or W to highlight a surround function Use THUMB STICK d to change the surround function The function can be set to DOLBY STEREO or DOLBY PRO LOGIC When DOLBY STEREO is set the surround channel sound is split equally between the left and right speakers of the separate audio amplifier When DOLBY PRO LOGIC is set separate surround sound speakers must be used Also the function can be set to NORMAL or TV AS CENTER When NORMAL is set center channel sound is sent to the TV center speakers while left and right audio is sent to the TV s left and right speakers When TV AS CENTER is set center channel sound is sent to the TV center speakers while left and right audio si sent to the left and right speakers of a separate audio amplifier TV s left and right speakers are automatically turned off TEST TONE A test sound is generated allowing the listener
16. remote to control your DVD player To operate additional audio video equipment point the remote at the remote sensor of the component and press the AV1 AV2 or AV3 button This button will blink indicating that the remote will now control the desired component See page 33 for instructions on how to program the remote to control additional audio video equipment Serene 1 These buttons allow zeit Rer LEE 27 a the remote to control Mgr ence cus entita your TV VCR cable ni p box satellite receiver ER DVD player or other ae audio video 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 side of 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 the light button is not pressed again These buttons will not appear to light if the room is too bright p Click here for CLU 573TSI Click here for CLU 574TSI 1 POWER Button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode See page 22 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode If a SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER is set it will be displayed when the TV is first turned on see page 64 2 TV button When the TV button is pressed it will blink to indicate the remote is in TV mode 3 VCR button When the VCR button is pressed it will b
17. 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 is 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 Features e Superfine Picture Quality 1000 Line Horizontal Resolution Pure Green and Red Filter Lenses Artificial Intelligence System e Remote Controls many VCR brands cable boxes satellite boxes and other audio equipment High Definition On Screen Display UltraTEC BIT MAP e ON SCREEN PLUG and PLAY guide MT Full Set of Input Jacks including S VIDEO e COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB CR Closed Caption Decoder High Resolution Picture In Picture with Freeze Tuned Port Bass Reflex Speakers Magic Focus Auto Digital Convergence Dual Antenna Inputs Auto Link 3 Dimensional Y C Comb Filter Dolby Pro Logic Hall Matrix 3 Stereo Surround Sound Dolby the double D symbol and where applicable Pro Logic are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Manufactured under license form Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Additionally licensed under one or more of the following patents U S number 3 959 590 Canada numbers 1 004 603 and 1 037 877 Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Do
18. to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code NFPA No 70 1975 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrode and requirements for the grounding electrode THEM EL HET Ai DEDE EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS 16 2 Note to CATV system installer Only for television with CATV reception This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical 17 An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical lights or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal lt 18 For added protection for the television during a lightning storm or when it is unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall
19. BEGIN and END times and the TV cannot be viewed during that time period Set clock first Use THUMB STICK or W to highlight ONCE TV will time out one time only DAILY TV will time out every day WEEKLY TV will time out one time a week or OFF to disable this function and then press down on THUMB STICK to SELECT your choice MOVIE TV RATINGS are explained in detail in the Parental Control Movie TV Ratings Reference Guide To change the secret code number select CHANGE SECRET CODE Enter a new four digit dey number you prefer If you forget your secret code use the factory code 7777 to erase your key number This will reset the key number back to the factory preset 0000 Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to the previous menu 4 EVENT PROG This function will automatically turn the TV on and off one time only every day or once a week CHANNEL 10 VIDEO ID FAMILY FAVORITES PARENTAL CONTROL 4 EVENT PROGRAM m AUTO LINK CLOSED CAPTION MENU BACKGROUND FIRST TIME TOUR MENU TO MENU BAR QUIT 4 EVENT PROGRAM 0 102 04 11 00 AM TV ON nr muL atipi Sarna mis _ r zu Bene UIT ETT Tar a ra TEX a Qe epee ae D ie ey ee ets LEE IU ae RD ect Press THUMB STICK to select PROGRAM 1 2 3 or 4 Press THUMB STICK or W to select the time the TV will turn on and off Use THUMB STICK to change position Press THUMB STIC
20. BY 3 STEREO which has no rear volume controls DOLBY PRO LOGIC and DOLBY 3 STEREO also have CENTER volume controls while MATRIX and HALL have BALANCE controls Balance while in DOLBY PRO LOGIC and DOLBY 3 STEREO modes is adjusted by using the TEST TONE volume controls The CENTER and REAR volume will increase or decrease when MAIN is adjusted keeping an equal balance between the SURROUND channels The maximum volume allowed for the CENTER and REAR will depend on how loud the MAIN volume is set SURROUND OFF Use this for normal stereo mono broadcasts MATRIX SURROUND Listener is surrounded by many sound sources such as a sporting event NOTE Some TV systems do not transmit optimum audio channel separation which can reduce the effectiveness of the MATRIX SURROUND function HALL SURROUND Resonant sound Listener has the feeling of being in a concert hall DOLBY PRO LOGIC Dolby Pro Logic provides four separate sound channels front left center front right and surround For properly encoded programs marked the center sound channel contains the dialogue for the program viewed The left and right channels produce sound effects that will match the action on the TV screen For example Dolby Pro Logic will enhance the effect of a car viewed driving from the left side of the TV screen to the right side The surround channel speakers are placed behind the viewing area to additional spatial sound effects To fully
21. CATV1 This feature will automatically store active TV channels in CHANNEL MEMORY This will allow you to skip unused channels when using the CHANNEL UP or DOWN V MENU LANGUAGE PLUG amp PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET L BEGIN CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS TO MENU BAR QUIT rr ER SET ee F MENU LANGUAGE AUTO CHANNEL SET 77 Ld INSTALLING CHANNEL 110 AUTO CHAMNEL SET wb O BEGIN 88 COMPLETE CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS MENU MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT If the EXIT button is pressed while the AUTO CHANNEL SET function is engaged programming will stop Remember to select the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode before using AUTO CHANNEL SET see CHANNEL MEMORY to add or to erase additional channels CHANNEL MEMORY Use this function after AUTO CHANNEL SET to add or erase additional channels to the remote control CHANNEL or buttons MENU LANGUAGE PLUG amp PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE CHANNEL 3 AUTO CHANNEL SET amp ADD CHANNEL MEMORY DELETE CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS MENU LANGUAGE MENU LANGUAGE PLUG amp PLAY PLUG amp PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE CHANNEL 3 SIGNAL SQUACE CHANNEL 3 AUTO CHANNEL SET ADD AUTO GHANNEL SET OADD CHANNEL MEMORY ODELETE CHANNEL MEMORY DELETE CHANNEL LIST CH CHANNEL LIST NEXT CH CLO
22. CK SET CH CH F CLOCK SET CH A CHF MAGIC FOCUS MAGIC FOCUS MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT TO MENU BAR TO QUIT Add or erase additional channels while still in CHANNEL MEMORY using CHANNEL W or the number buttons to change the channel Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu CHANNEL LIST This function allows you to review which channels are labeled in CHANNEL ID ID which have been added to CHANNEL MEMORY SCAN and which are protected by PARENTAL CONTROL LOCK MENU LAMGUAGE PLUG amp PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHAMNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS MENU MENU BAR TO QUIT Exit voa ms CREDE ote D robar cpi pn ATE Pris ec ee Oe Press THUMB STICK to review more channels Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu CLOCK SET The time must be set before you can use the CALENDAR 4 EVENT PROGRAM SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER or TV TIME OUT THUMB STICK MENU LANGUAGE PLUG amp PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANHEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET nd MAGIC FOCLS ENU TO MEHU BAR QUIT i PET SET TIME TO SET TIME 7 Pr En iun THUMB L A CE STICK CLOCK SET CLOCK SET AM 01 2000 12 00 MAH 12 20059 IA was a E P m noa ul amino f DESI a 3 ium zn l rz d E LET A x nn
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24. EO COMPONENT VIDEO 7 Y AEA ALA A Me such damage NOT COVEREU our eder wma Bd ee Antenna Input Output The remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75 Ohm RF antenna inputs ANT A and ANT B ANT A input can be displayed as a main picture or sub picture ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub picture The antenna output labeled TO CONVERTER allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source such as a cable box when ANT B is displayed as a main picture Audio Video Inputs 1and 2 The INPUT button will step through each video source and antenna source input each time it is pressed Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices such as VCRs camcorders laserdisc players DVD players etc If you have mono sound insert the audio cable into the left channel jack NOTE You may use VIDEO S VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB CR inputs to connect to INPUT 2 but note that only one of these may be used at a time Monitor Out These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording To have S VIDEO S VIDEO signal needs to be input to INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 or INPUT 3 4 WIRELESS OUT These jacks provide variable audio output to a set of wireless speakers They can also be used for another stereo system amplifier With this connection the audio can be controlled by the television s main volume and also by an
25. ERS This function is useful when first setting up the external speakers or if 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 LOUDNESS This function will improve the quality of both low and high frequency sounds when listening at low volume levels Enabling this function will automatically disable the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER PERFECT VOLUME This function will automatically adjust volume so each channel has the same average volume level This function will automatically be disabled when SURROUND DOLBY PRO LOGIC or SURROUND DOLBY 3 STEREO are selected to ensure correct DOLBY SURROUND sound decoding see page 60 DYNAMIC BASS This function allows you to enjoy spectacular bass sound that would normally be heard only with expensive home speaker systems NOTE If optional left and right speakers are connected while in SURROUND DOLBY PRO LOGIC Normal mode or SURROUND DOLBY 3 STEREO Normal mode the internal speakers may be turned off for better separation between left center and right channels see page 60 The center channel audio will still be heard from the television s center speakers Use this function to choose picture and audio settings for a true home THEATER experience THEATER MODES Use this function to choose from automatic pictu
26. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS CONT POWER light You will see a red light when the TV is turned on Al Artificial Intelligence sensor The artificial Intelligence sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of light in the room to give the best picture See page 55 REMOTE CONTROL Sensor Point your remote control at this area when selecting channels adjusting volume etc MAGIC FOCUS Use this button to adjust your picture quality to optimum performance See page 44 FRONT INPUT JACKS for VIDEO 3 Use these audio video jacks for a quick hook up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite show or new recording Press the INPUT button until VIDEO 3 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen If you have mono sound insert the audio cable into the left audio jack 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 IMIPLIT Optional sme note e OUTPUT AMPUN uf YLA NOTE Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks If you do not the played back picture may be abnormal If you have a S VHS VCR use the S INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable If you have a mono VCR insert the audio cable into the left channel jack of your TV CONNELT ONLY B SPEAKERS DO NOT SHORT S VIDEO S VID
27. HANMEL ID T VOEG ID STICK 22 FAMILY TAME LITE Th CHANHEL LIST m PARENTAL CONTROL P Lu GUETOM CH j 4 EVENT PROGRAM II y LI Reset i AUTO LIRE dog CLOSED CAPTION CH MENU BACKOROUND CH a GH Y FIRST TIME TOUR ORA KETS MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT TO MENU BAR QUIT EXIT THUMB CHANNEL 10 THUMB CHANHEL ID STICK cuz 2 CHAMHEL LIST Akf CHAHNEL LIST b CUSTOM H Gus TEMA GH AIL DRESET HET CH GH ACHT OR f KEYS NEXT CH CH a CH F GHH OR s KEYS Press THUMB STICK W to select CHANNEL LIST Press THUMB STICK d to select preset CHANNEL LIST Press THUMB STICK to scroll through the preset CHANNEL LIST Press THUMB STICK b io select desired CHANNEL ID To customize CHANNEL ID select CUSTOM CH Press THUMB STICK or W select letter Press THUMB STICK 4 or to change character position represents a blank space Press CHANNEL 4 amp or and the number buttons to label additional channels Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu when the CURSOR is in the first position Select RESET to erase a CHANNEL ID VIDEO ID Use this feature to give a name to any of the two video inputs U Hibe esame CHANNEL DS Merchandise CHANNEL ID THUME VIDEO ID i THUMB VIDEO ID STICK sk v
28. HITACH H 53SBX01 PROJECTION COLOR TV OPERATING GUIDE pT TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT RISK OF ELEC Dil NOT CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL A The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons A The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS COLOR TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTURE NOTE There are no user serviceable parts inside the television Model and serial numbers are indicated back side of the television This television is not intended for use in a computer room N CAUTION Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hitachi could void the user s warranty CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT MODIFICATIONS The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modificat
29. IRST TIME TOUR FIRST TIME TOUR MENU TO MENU TO auiT Exit MENU ITO MENU BAR TO QUIT Use THUMB STICK d to to select Video input Use THUMB STICK or W then press down on THUMB STICK to change AUTO LINK setting When AUTO is selected the TV will turn on and tune to VIDEO 1 2 or automatically when the VIDEO 1 2 or 3 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 is selected the TV will turn on and tune to VIDEO 1 2 or 3 automatically when the VIDEO 1 2 3 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 or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu CLOSED CAPTION Closed captions are the dialogue narration and or sound effects of a television program or home video which are displayed on the TV screen Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as Ed or Q CHANNEL ID VIDEO 10 FAMILY FAVORITES DISPLAY FARENTAL CONTROL _ GOOFF OON EVENT PROGRAM MODE AUTO LINK OTEXT CLOSED CAPTION tib CHANNEL MENU BACRGROUND amp 1 FIRST TIME TOUR MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT DISPLAY ON OFF will turn the display on or off _ O MODE C C Closed Caption is for the pro
30. K to highlight then press down on the THUMB STICK d to select mode ONCE TV will turn on off one time only or mode DAILY TV will turn on off at the same time every day WEEKLY TV will turn on off at same time every week OFF to disable this function Press THUMB STICK or V or CHANNEL or V or number buttons to set the channel the TV will tune to when it automatically turns on Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu IF the clock is not set you can not use this function and the screen below will appear FLEASE SET CLOCK FIRST MENU TO MENU BAR NOTE 1 The OFF Timer will only activate if the TV was turned on or tuned with 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 ON Timer is activated the TV will automatically turn off after three hours AUTO LINK Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to VIDEO 1 2 or 3 when it detects a VIDEO input THUMB MES EIAS GHANHEL ID STICK CHANNEL ID VIDEO ID vIDEO ID FAMILY FAVORITES FAMILY FAVLRITES PARENTAL CONTROL CONTROL NE 4 EVENT PROGRAM yiO v2Ovs 4 EVENT PROGRAM m Ova Ova AUTO LINE s amp AUTO TO AUTO CLOSED CAPTION OEEWOGTE CLOSED CAPTION OREMOTE MENU BACKGROUND Oorr MENU BACGCEGROLEBD OoFF F
31. K 4 to return to previous menu If the clock is not set you can not use this function and the next screen will appear CALENDAR PLEASE SET CLOCK FIRST MENU MENU BAR TO QUIT CALENDAR Use this function to check the day month and year Dates programmed in SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER will appear blinking and special event message will be displayed AM ans i Ys m cA 6 e Ta a s P ITE T p rem P m ET m kar piri unm o tnum as 1 E vi gx EET a ENS SEES Uu Ip G eel di Le Mises Su imd MUT were EP NI EIL x A em icy eee eue Bad mima Mira PUE AA dk npo Press THUMB STICK to change the month Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu If the clock is not set you can not use this function and the next screen will appear CALENDAR PLEASE SET CLOCK FIRST MENU TO MENU BAR TO QuiT EXIIT NOTES 1 Dates of SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER will appear blinking Special event message will be displayed only if current date is within the day of Start Reminder Specifications as chosen in SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER see page 64 2 A special icon appears next to CALENDAR when a SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER is set pg 66 70 USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX gt DO Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened with warm water and dry with a soft cloth A mild soap may be used if t
32. LANGUAGE PLUG amp PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE m ANTENNA AUTO CHANNEL SET CATV 1 CHANNEL MEMORY Q CATV 2 CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS MENU MENU BAR QUIT MENU LANGUAGE PLUG amp PLAY MENU LANGUAGE PLUG amp PLAT CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET _MAGIC FOCUS CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET 1 MAGIC FOCUS E i NEM RE Fie amm CLONE eee a d in mu g oS US Quae TE Ia mm momo eT end ana mim Press THUMB STICK or W to highlight and select the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode Press EXIT to quit MENU or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu RECEPTION BAND RECEPTION BAND SIGNAL SOURCE sb SIGNAL SOURCE O ANTENNA AUTO CHANNEL SET OCATY 1 AUTO CHANNEL SET B 1 CHANNEL MEMORY OCATV 2 CHANNEL MEMORY OCATV 2 F 1 0 IT L r i jJ LE 3 E E 03 p NT ns oe m mo MUT aum c m A fil Bar z z aa o g FL at eT Quarto pom o A CINE ag et iR EE cae mr pu or mia ovt Mast d LE EU Reception channels for each mode are shown at the left CHANNEL 1819 Refer to your cable or TV guide for channel identification on the screan standards mode set SIGNAL SOURCE to CATV2 AUTO CHANNEL SET If certain CATV channels are poor or not possible in
33. Match the batteries to the and marks in the battery compartment 4 Replace the cover BOTTOM VIEW Lift up on tab ta remove back cover pg 6 HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION E pit Es ES ANTENNA Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for the best performance However if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and multiple image ghosts an indoor antenna may be sufficient LOCATION Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the picture screen Also be sure that the location selected allows a free flow of air to and from the perforated back cover of the set To avoid cabinet warping cabinet color changes and increased chance of set failure do not place the TV where temperatures can become excessively hot for example in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance etc VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Projection Television is its large viewing 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 ap
34. R Use this feature to provide variable audio output to an optional sub woofer THUMB STICK THEATER MODES THEATER MORES 5URROUND SURROUND GRAPHIG EQ e GRAPHIC EG WIRELESS SOUNG WIRELESS SOUNG SUBWOOFER dk ae SUB WOOFER VOLUME 50 mb VOLUME 40 l u 0 MENU MENU BAR TO QUIT TO MENU BAR TO QUIT Press THUMB STICK W to select volume adjustment bar Press THUMB STICK 4 to adjust SUB WOOFER volume _ O Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to highlight VOLUME then THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu NOTE The SUB WOOFER volume will increase or decrease when main volume is adjusted This function allows your TV to assist you with your busy day to day schedule SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER Use this function to set up to six special events into memory These events can then be viewed in CALENDAR mode Lux ja wt Cu P DRE E uc Tw PTS RE m A Tora nz Ace Ar XA US puts ty da ecd ika than dA JE Ws E ma e ode SUE Spee es WALL OTRA EE VPE TLF ew zT Ac g ar il Ba rd Dabei iac Press THUMB STICK to select EVENT 1 to 6 Press THUMB STICK or Y to select a letter Press THUMB STICK to change position Set Special Day of reminder using cursor buttons Highlight the day of START REMINDER using THUMB STICK then press THUMB STICK d to select To erase SPECIAL EVENT select DELETE then press THUMB STICK Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STIC
35. THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu PLUG amp PLAY This graphic guide function will help you to properly set up your TV or Home Theater System Simply answer three questions and a graphic will be displayed showing you the optimum setup for your personalized system WELCOME TO HITACHI S PLUG amp je ji PLAY ON SCREEN SET UP GUIDE EI AFTER ANSWERING TWO SIMPLE MENU LANGUAGE QUESTIONS THIS SYSTEM WILL PLUG amp PLAY SHOW YOU TYPICAL CONNECTIONSI SIGNAL SOURCE FOR YOUR TV VCR CABLE OR AUTO CHANNEL SET SATELLITE RECEIVER CHANNEL MEMORY FOR DETAILED CONNECTIONS CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET REFER TO OWNERS GUIDE MAGIC FOCU GIC FOCUS PRESS TO START MENU MENU BAR TO QUIT IMENUJTO MENU BAR TO QUIT THUMB STICK QUESTION 2 WANT TO CONNECT A VCR TO MY THUMB SYSTEM QUESTIOM 1 MY TV SIGNAL COMES FROM A ANTENNA CABLE WITHOUT CABLE BOX B CABLE BOX C SATELLITE RECEIVER D SATELLITE RECEIVER WITH CABLE BOX 2 tt i FS Ex BE s nee I T 75 E ul bi r LET za ot Press THUMB STICK or W to highlight the correct answers to all three questions Press THUMB STICK 4 to display the graphic guide Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to begin AUTO CHANNEL SET See page 40 SIGNAL SOURCE Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna Select CATV if you have cable TV THUMB STICK MENU
36. USIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the DVD player for operation of the buttons exclusively for the DVD player Operating the precoded function for your Audio Video component This remote is designed to operate different types of AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT refer to page 37 1 Turn ON your AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT 2 Aim the remote control at the front of your AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT 3 Press and release the AV1 AV2 or AV3 button to switch to AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT pre coded mode 4 Hold down the AV1 AV2 or AV3 button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT as shown on page 34 The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted 5 Aim the remote at the Audio Video component and press the POWER button The remote will turn off your AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT when the correct two digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT If the AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT does not turn off try a different two digit preset code 6 The remote will now control your AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT 7 Repeat steps 1 6 it you wish to program the remote to control another audio video component Be sure to use a different A N button on the remote since only one component can be p
37. a Carver Casio Clarinette Denon Fisher Hitachi JVC Kenwood Lloyd s Magnavox 01 06 09 Marantz 01 06 16 MCS 16 Modulaire Onkyo Optimus 03 04 11 15 20 Panasonic 16 Penney Philips 01 06 Pioneer 03 04 20 21 22 Quasar 16 Healistic Sansul sanyo Sharp Sonv Technics Victor Wards Vamaha Vorx 08 11 12 14 15 17 18 Co 02 16 23 24 25 13 03 04 05 07 20 21 15 26 01 O01 CD BRAND California Audio Lab Carver Denon DKK Emerson Fisher Genexxa Hitachi JVC Kenwood Krell Magnavox JVC Kenwood Optimus Panasonic Pioneer Scientific Atlanta sony Starcom Wards Marantz MCS Mission NSM Onkyo Optimus Panasonic Philips Pioneer Proton 05 18 03 19 20 ULTRATEC OSD 1 Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Projection TV 2 Press the THUMB STICK to highlight a different feature 3 Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu 4 Press HELP on the remote control when a menu is displayed and text will appear giving a description of that menu HELP This part of the screen shows what selections are available AUCSO THEATER MENU LANGUAGE PLUG amp PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET This part of the screen shows MAGIC FOCUS which remote control buttons to
38. accommodate your particular 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 INPUT button is pressed as shown below Connect an external source to the INPUT terminal then press the INPUT button as necessary to view the input source See page 24 INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER L 12 VIDED NOTE When TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from the VIDEO INPUT jack on the jack 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 CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER 1 Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT VIDEO jack on the TV set below 2 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT MONO L AUDIO jack 3 Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player The VIDEO mode disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds 4 Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel VCR IT TV INPUT TERMINAL VIDEO OUT ALUWO pg 18 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO ER mp ii gt t cuni ann SOURCES cont z CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER
39. ature showing you basic TV functions as well as helping you set up your TV or Home Theater System This feature will be displayed every time your TV is turned on unless you set FIRST TIME TOUR to OFF HITACHI SERIA SETUP re a SIGNAL SOURCE SHOWING YOU THE OPTIMUM AUTO CHANNEL SET SETUP GUIDE FOR YOUR SECONDS CHANNEL MEMORY PERSONALIZED S Y STEM GHAHHBNHEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS TO QUIT MENU LAN GUAGE PLUG PLAT B ALWAYS SHOW FIRST TIME TOUR AT POWER ON MEHU TO TURN DN IOFF After 10 seconds Auto Demo will start automatically To disable this function press the MENU button at any time during the tour and the following screen will appear CHANNEL ID VIDEO ID FAMILY FAVORITES PAREHTAL CONTROL 4 EVENT PROGRAM AUTO LINK CLOSED CAPTION MENU ROL BL OQ ON FIRST TIME TOUR MENU BAR TO QUIT Use THUMB STICK or W then press down on THUMB STICK to select ON or OFF Press EXIT to quit MENU or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu NOTE 1 When TV set is turned on the FIRST TIME TOUR will always appear if it is set to ON 2 To exit during the FIRST TIME TOUR press the MENU button m VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality CONTRAST STE CONTRAST BRIGHTHESS z 1 BRIGHTNESS ee COLOR TINI TIMT SHARPNESS cr SHARPNESS RESET RESET ADVANCED ADVANCED SETTINGS SETTINGS TO MENU TO
40. buttons Channel selection may also be performed by pressing CH up or down Y NOTE The TV may not receive some channels if you are not in the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode See page 39 10 SLEEP button Press this button to display the sleep timer in the lower left corner of the screen Every subsequent press of this button will add 15 minutes to this timer up to a maximum of three hours Once set use RECALL when you want to view time remaining If the SLEEP button is pressed while the timer is set it will reset to the original condition 11 LAST CHANNEL LAST CH button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed Good for watching two sporting events etc 12 INPUT button The INPUT button will select between antenna signal and the three sets of video input jacks each time the button is pressed If the Picture in Picture is on the INPUT button will select between the three sets of video input jacks and both antenna sources when main channel is chosen with the PIP CH button If the sub picture is chosen the INPUT button will select between the three sets of video input jacks and the ANT A source ANT B source cannot be displayed as a PIP sub picture and COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB CR INPUT 2 source will be displayed as a blank PIP Sub picture 13 HELP button Press this button when a menu is displayed to view HELP text which gives a description of the displayed menu The HELP text will be displayed
41. cessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION 12 Do not use the television near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Never expose the television to rain or water If the set has been exposed to rain or water unplug television from wall outlet _ O and refer to qualified service personnel 13 Choose a place where light artificial or sunlight does not shine directly on the screen 5 E T 14 Avoid dusty places Accumulated dust inside the chassis may cause failure of the television when high humidity persists 15 The television has slots or openings in the cabinet for ventilation purposes which provide reliable operation of the receiver and protect the television from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered Never cover the slots or openings with cloth or other material Never block the bottom ventilation slots of the set by placing it on a bed sofa rug etc Never place the set near or over a radiator or heat generator Never place the television in a built in enclosure unless proper ventilation provided mp pg 4 SAFETY TIPS cont PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION 16 1 If an outside antenna is connected to the television be sure the antenna system is grounded so as
42. e 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 2 In the unlikely event that your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your VCR operating guide 3 The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above 4 The LAST CH button will act as your VCR ENTER button if required 5 The SLEEP button will act as your VCR 100 button if required Click here for remote CLU 573TSI Click here for remote CLU 574TSI 1 VCR Button This button allows the remote to control your VCR by setting it to VCR mode 2 PRECODED VCR Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes For some VCRs you must press the RECORD button twice to record a program 3 EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV MY VCR CODE IS NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the VCR for operation of the buttons exclusively for the VCR
43. elevision Phono Connector S Video Super Video Connector Used on all standard video and audio cables which This connector is used on camcorders VCRs and connect to inputs and outputs located on the television s laserdisc players with an S Video feature in place of the rear jack panel and front control panel standard video cable to produce a high quality picture ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL 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 gubdow antenna or GAILY gahn aie second antenna or cabir system VHF 300 Ohm antenna UHF antenna When using a 300 Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna connect the VHF or UHF antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF adaptor Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the TV To outdoor VHF or UHF Antenna T autdoor FHF ar UHF i When both UHF antennas are connected Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal and connect the cables to the antenna mixer Consult your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer eid IANT B antenna cr read ANT CATV system X 1 f MFA pg 8 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 5 FRONT VIEW
44. es It also maintains natural flesh tones while preserving fidelity of background colors This function will automatically set to on and cannot be turned off when the ULTRA AI function is ON NOISE REDUCTION The NOISE REDUCTION function automatically reduces conspicuous noise in the picture without degrading picture quality This function will automatically set to on and cannot be turned off when the ULTRA AI function is ON SUPER CONTRAST Turn on SUPER CONTRAST to improve picture detail in areas of high brightness COLOR TEMPERATURE Set this to WARM for hotter colors with more red or set to COOL for less intense colors with more blue BOICESEB THUMB s THUMB STICK Lies BASS y TREBLE yx TREBLE sin e s BALANCE BALANCE il m ii gt RESET RESET CI ADVANCED ADVANCED SETTINGS SETTINGS O GRAPHIC EG OGRAPHIC E BASS TREBLE SASS TREALE MENU MENU BAR TO EXIT EXIT Use THUMB STICK or to highlight the function to be adjusted Press THUMB STICK 4 or 4 to adjust the function Press EXIT to quit menu NOTE If BASS is selected you are adjusting BASS The additional menu items TREBLE and BALANCE can be selected and adjusted in the same manner BASS This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers TREBLE This function controls the high frequency audio to all speakers BALANCE This function will control the left to right balance of the TV internal
45. ess down on THUMB STICK 4 to turn the Al on or off THUMB STICK CONTRAST THUMB BRIGHTNESS lt p 50 EP COLOR dmm 505 TINT i ih SHARPNESS d cco RESET ADVANCED SETTINGS m IO MENU BAR TO QUIT ADVANCED SET TING THUMB STICK ADVANCED SETTINGS ULTRA Al e OULTRAA AUTO COLOR B AUTO COLOR L NHOISE REDUCTION ONQISE REDUCTION L SUPER CONTRAST Cl SUPER CONTRAST COLOR TEMPERATURE COLOR TEMPERATURE coo O WARM s OcCOOL B WARM MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT Use the THUMB STICK to select function Press down on THUMB STICK to select the function setting When the function has an in the box it is ON Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu ULTRA Al ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE When the Al function is on the TV s internal computer will perform the following 1 Automatically monitor and adjust contrast depending on room lighting sensor is located in the front panel to produce a more natural picture 2 Automatically monitor and adjust color levels and maintain natural flesh tones 3 Automatically compensate for weak or strong TV signals to produce a clear picture Turn the Al function off to control other PREFERENCE SETTINGS AUTO COLOR The AUTO COLOR function automatically monitors and adjusts the color to maintain constant color levels even _ O after a program or channel chang
46. every time a MENU is displayed until this button is pressed again HELP BRIGHTNESS BRIGHTNESS COLOR COLOR TINT TINT SHARPNESS SHARPNESS HESET RESET ADVANCED ADVANCED SETTINGS SETTINGS MENU MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT 14 COMMERCIAL SKIP S C button Press the this button repeatedly to select channel skip time 30 180 seconds when no menu is displayed and the TV will tune to the last channel viewed when the selected amount of time is up The user can change stations SURF to any station they wish and after the selected amount of time the TV will tune back to the original channel 15 MENU button and THUMB STICK All the On Screen display features can be set or adjusted by using these buttons The MENU button will start the On Screen Display The THUMB STICK will highlight functions or adjust and set different features Press the THUMB STICK toward desired direction and press down to select 16 EXIT button When in MENU mode this button will exit all On Screen Displays 17 RECALL button Press this button when no menu is displayed when you want to check the channel being received the picture source or if the channel has stereo ST or second audio SAP the time CHANNEL ID if the Commercial Skip C S is activated if SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER is set and if the SLEEP timer is set oiled bed Main Picture Source Sub Picture Source
47. from the CR or R Y OUT or B Y of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 CR jack as shown on the TV set below 4 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 2 AUDIO R jack 5 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 2 AUDIO L jack 6 Press the INPUT button until VIDEO 2 appears to view the program from the Laserdisc or DVD player The VIDEO 2 icon disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds 7 Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel Tv INPLIT 2 TERMINAL Y Cg Cp L yoko 4 OUTPUT BACK OF DVD PLAYER cI HITACHI Model or similar model NOTES Completelv insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks The picture that is plaved back will be abnormal if the connection is loose See Page 15 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement and refer to the table on page 21 for the different surround sound requirements See page 59 for SURROUND functions The television s internal speakers The television s internal center channel speakers which are on only when the television is SURROUND PRO LOGIC or SURROUND DOLBY 3 STEREO mode 3 These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier Use the AUDIO TO HI FI output on the TV 4 These speakers are connected to the rear speaker 8 Ohm output on the TV
48. gram 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 Use THUMB STICK or to highlight the function to change then press THUMB STICK change the function Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu NOTE If you do not have sound make sure MUTE is not set MENU BACKGROUND CHANNEL ID VIDEO ID FAMILY FAVORITES PARENTAL GOATROL 4 EVENT PROGRAM AUTO LINK OCLEAR CHANNEL iD VIDEO 10 FAMILY FAVORITES PARENTAL CONTROL 4 EVENT PROGRAM AUTO LINK O CLEAR CLOSED CAPTION GRAY CLOSED CAPTION sb GGRAY MENU BACKGROUND nd O SHADED MENU BACKGROUND O SHADED FIRST TIME TOUR FIRST TIME TOUR QUIT exit MENU TO MENU BAR Use THUMB STICK V to change MENU BACKGROUND setting Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu Select CLEAR and no background is visible select GRAY and a gray background is visible no picture can be seen behind menu screen select SHADED and a light background is visible TO MENU BAR FIRST TIME TOUR This function introduces you to the First Time Tour Setup Fe
49. he screen is extremely dirty _ O 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 instance 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 Don t leave 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 AA size batteries Exposure of the viewing screen to prolonged direct sunlight or heat may cause the screen to permanently warp resulting in a distorted picture e 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 building
50. her hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 6 Never push objects of any kind into this television set through the television cabinet s slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the television fu A II du i t 7 If the television has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged unplug this television from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel n Lai 8 If liquid has been spilled into this television set unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service to qualified personnel m 8 9 Do not subject your television to impact of any kind Be careful not to damage the picture tube surface 10 Unplug this television from the wall outlet before cleaning Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners 11 1 Do not place this television on an unstable cart stand or table The television may fall causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the appliance Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the television Wall or shelf mounting should follow the Wall Shelf mounting manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer 11 2 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops ex
51. ib Ovina STICK FAMILY FAVORITES VIDEO LIST CUSTOM REsET PAREHTAL CONTROL EVENT PROGRAM AUTO LINK CLOSED CAPTION MENU BACKGROUND FIRST TIME TOUR MENU TO GUIT EXIT MENU TO MENU BAR QUIT THUMB VIDEO ID VIDEO ID EWID 1 OviD2 OVIDS STICK 1 OVIDZ Ovin3 ik ik VIDEO LIST CAM VIDEO LIST mb CUSTOM GEL CUSTOM CBRL RESET ove RESET DVD LO SAT TH Educ deem ea ae a Added e a Ee Press THUMB STICK to select VIDEO LIST Press THUMB STICK d to select preset VIDEO LIST Press THUMB STICK or to scroll through the preset VIDEO LIST Press THUMB STICK to select desired VIDEO ID To customize VIDEO ID select CUSTOM Press THUMB STICK 4 twice to select the video input to be named Press THUMB STICK or to select letters Press THUMB STICK d or 4 to change position Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu when the CURSOR is in the first position 7 represents a blank space Select RESET to set VIDEO ID to original condition FAMILY FAVORITES MENU This function allows you to group your favorite channels into six personalized categories that you can rename A total of 42 channels can be stored in the FAMILY FAVORITES function Channel stored with AUTO CHANNEL SET will automatically be stored in FAMILY FAVORITES To rename the categories use the THUMB
52. independent volume feature found in the THEATER WIRELESS SOUND menu 5 AUDIO TO HI FI These jacks provide variable audio output to a separate stereo amplifier With this connection the audio to the stereo can be controlled by the television s main volume Use these jacks for the SURROUND Left and Right channels see page 20 6 REAR SPEAKER Terminals These terminals are used to connect external speaker which are used for the surround sound feature The volume level is controlled by the television s main volume and also by an independent rear volume feature found in the THEATER E epp SURROUND menu Use speaker with 8 Ohm impedance only pg 12 REAR PANELJACKS 7 S VIDEO INPUTS 1 and 2 Inputs 1 and 2 provide S Video Super Video jacks for connecting equipment with S VIDEO output capability 8 Component Y CB CR INPUT 2 INPUT 2 provides Y CB CR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability such as a DVD 9 SUB WOOFER This jack provides variable audio output to a sub woofer accessory With this connection the audio can be controlled by the television s main volume and also by an independent sub woofer feature found in the THEATER SUB WOOFER menu e Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 3 Waw signal splitter Sub Wooler Typical full feature setup Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER TO THE TV OFF _
53. ing is ON PIP SURF mode will be deactivated 2 SWAP Button If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the sub picture press the SWAP button SINGLE SPLIT NOTES 1 The SWAP button will only operate when SINGLE PIP mode or SPLIT PIP mode is chosen 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 MOVE button To move the sub picture to another corner press the MOVE button The sub picture moves one step counterclockwise every time the MOVE button is pressed Example below illustrates the MOVE operation for initial shipping conditions If you have customized a PIP position the MOVE operation may differ slightly from this example ee ANT A 10 VIDEO 1 ANT A 10 VIDEO 1 SINGLE GSINGLE MOVE SINGLE MOVE OSPLIT OSPLIT Law SPLIT EL OSURF OSURF OSPLI SURF OSURF ANT A 30 ANT A 10 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 1 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 The FREEZE function will only operate when SINGLE PIP or SPLIT PIP mode is chosen 5 FREEZE button With PIP OFF Press the FREEZE button
54. ions made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hitachi America Ltd Home Electronics Division may void the user s warranty POWER SOURCE This projection television is designed to operate on 120 volts 60Hz AC current Insert power cord into a 120 volt 60Hz outlet TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THE TELEVISION S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE NEVER CONNECT THE TV TO 50Hz DIRECT CURRENT OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE NOTE This television receiver will display television closed captioning El Or In accordance with paragraph 15 119 of the FCC rules N CAUTION Never remove the back cover of the television as this can expose vou to verv high voltages and other hazards If the television does not operate properly unplug the television and call your authorized dealer or service shop pg 3 SAFETY TIPS N IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SAFETV POINTS VOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PROJEGTION TELEVISION CAUTION Read all of these instructions e Save these instructions for later use Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television Our reputation has been built on the quality performance and ease of service of HITACHI televisions oafety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units To help you operate these products properly this sec
55. is feature allows you to choose between two possible variable audio outputs for a separate set of wireless speakers or another stereo amplifier The audio output may be either MAIN TV AUDIO or PIP AUDIO THEATER MODES SURROUND GRAPHIC EQ lm WIRELESS OUT WIRELESS SOUND mb sn MAIN TV AUDIO SUA WOOFER tu P OPP AUDIO OREAR SPEAKERS MENU JTO MENU BAR TO QUIT MENU JTO MENU BAR TO QUIT Press THUMB STICK or V to highlight a function Press THUMB STICK d to select the function Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu MAIN TV AUDIO When set to MAIN TV AUDIO mode vour wireless speakers will plav the same audio program as plaved on vour TV The volume of vour wireless speakers will be controlled bv the TV volume control PIP AUDIO When set to PIP AUDIO mode vour wireless speakers will plav the PIP sub picture audio program The volume of your wireless speakers will now be controlled by the PIP VOLUME control which may be varied from 0 min to 100 max If no sub picture is displayed the wireless speakers will play the main channel audio program with the volume being controlled by the TV volume control REAR SPEAKERS When set to REAR SPEAKERS mode your wireless speakers will play the surround audio program The volume of your wireless speakers will be controlled by the TV volume control dependent upon the amount of REAR selected from SURROUND mode see f pages 59 and 60 SUB WOOFE
56. l tuning is being controlled to change between VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 and ANT A antenna source ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub picture and COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB CR INPUT 2 source will be displayed as a blank sub picture NOTES 1 Since ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub picture only SPLIT mode PIP is possible when ANT B is selected as the main channel 2 When ANT B is selected as a main channel the SWAP feature is disabled 3 When the COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB CR INPUT 2 is selected as PIP it will appear as a blank sub picture 4 When tuned to VIDEO 2 with COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB CR you will not be able to access the PIP functions 5 Only sound from main picture can be heard unless you choose sub picture audio from the THEATER WIRELESS SOUND mode and use the WIRELESS OUT outputs on the rear panel PICTURE IN PICTURE CONT SURF MODE PIP This feature will automatically scan all active channel number those set in memory and display them as PIP sub pictures along the right edge of the screen Press the PIP button a second time to remove the sub pictures form the screen PIP PIP NOTES 1 If no buttons are pressed when in SURF mode auto scanning will continuously scan channels in memory 2 If a channel is tuned during this SURF scanning sub pictures will be removed from the screen 3 SURF mode PIP is allowed only when ANT A is selected as the main channel 4 If PARENTAL CONTROL MOVIE TV RATINGS sett
57. layer 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 34 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 Our ou AE s OM Oi gp CONO l e e a n MUSS amem ma NOTES 1 If your DVD player cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your DVD player code has not been precoded into the remote 2 In the unlikely event that your DVD player cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your DVD player operating guide 3 The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure stated above 1 DVD 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 EXCL
58. lby Laboratories Corporation Inputs e Power Input AC 120V 60Hz Power Consumption operating 53SBX01B 161W 61SBX01B 161W Power Consumption maximum 5SISBXOTB ss ser ik 210W 1 210W e Antenna input impedance 75 Ohm e Channel coverage 181 ch PP 213 A BING ices 14 69 CATV Mid Band 5 1 A 1 super BAN E J W Hyper W 1 28 Ultra Band W 29 W 84 A 0 L 7 o PAR 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm S Video Luminance Y 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm Chrominance C 0 286Vp p 75 Ohm Component Video LUMINANCE Y 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm Chrominance Pb Cr 0 7Vp p 75 Ohm e Audio input level 47k Ohm e Average input level 470mVrms Outputs 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm e AudioO eeenne 470mVrms 1k Ohm Dimensions 53SBX01B Height in 55 3 4 e Width in 46 Depth in 26 1 4 Weight Ibs 200 61SBX01B Height in 61 1 2 e Width in 52 1 2 Depth in 29 e Weight Ibs 320 NOTE Due to improvements specifications in this operating guide are subject to change without notice HITACHI SERVICE HOTLINE To locate
59. link to indicate the remote is in VCR mode See page 29 4 CABLE button When the CABLE button is pressed it will blink to indicate the remote is in CABLE mode See page 30 5 SAT button When the SAT button is pressed it will blink to indicate the remote is in satellite mode See page 31 6 DVD button When the DVD button is pressed it will blink to indicate the remote is in DVD mode See page 32 7 AV1 AV2 AV3 buttons When pressed each of these buttons will blink to indicate the remote is in Audio Video mode 19 VOLUME MUTE button Press the VOLUME up 4 or down Y 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 4 button TE r3 ION EE E dE ue E eer a ki a mi ta AT E UM wa Al LET au um am s LIU ELM SU a REIR LL y aie itik E i 9 CHANNEL selector buttons CHANNEL selector buttons are used to set FAMILY FAVORITES CHANNEL MEMORY etc Enter one two or three numbers to select channels Enter O first for channels 1 to 9 For channels 100 and above press the 1 button wait until two dashes appears next to the channel display on your TV then enter the remaining two numbers using the number
60. nd sound are automatically set Special sound effects including Dolby Pro Logic More precise audio control Select from three types of audio for wireless output Adjust Sub Woofer volume SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER Set TV to remind you of birthdays etc CALENDAR Check day month year and special events Select INITIAL SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time Use the THUMB STICK or V on the remote to highlight the function desired MENU LANGUAGE PLUG amp PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS QUIT EXIT NOTE To see an auto demonstration of the on screen displays with HELP text displayed press and hold the POWER button on the TV set for approximately five seconds Press the POWER button on the TV again to end the auto demonstration MENU LANGUAGE This feature will allow you to select any one of three different languages for all on screen displays MENU LANGUAGE Mi ENGLISH PLUG amp PLAY OQ FRANCAIS SIGNAL SOURCE O ESPANOL AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MENU LANGUAGE ENGLISH PLUG amp PLAY O FRANCAIS SIGNAL SOURCE O ESPAROL al AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS MAGIC FOCUS MENL TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT MENU MENU BAR TO QUIT Use THUMB STICK or V to select the MENU LANGUAGE of your choice THUMB STICK Press EXIT to quit menu or
61. o digit preset code 6 The remote will now control your Satellite receiver NOTES 1 If your satellite receiver cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your satellite receiver code has not been precoded into the remote 2 In the unlikely event that your satellite receiver cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your satellite receiver operating guide 3 The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure stated above 4 The INPUT button will act at the TV SAT button when in SAT mode 1 SATELLITE SAT button This button allows the remote to control your satellite receiver by setting it to SATELLITE mode 2 PRECODED SATELLITE RECEIVER buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes 3 EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV MY SATELLITE RECEIVER CODE IS NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the Satellite Receiver for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Satellite Receiver pT Operating the precoded function for your DVD player This remote is designed to operate different tyoes of DVD players You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your DVD player refer to page 34 for precodes 1 Turn ON your DVD player 2 Aim the remote control at the front of your DVD p
62. onvergence HITACHI incorporates a function called MAGIC FOCUS which the TV to self adjust This process will take approximately 90 seconds If this button is pressed during this 90 second period no change is picture quality will occur After this 90 second self adjust period picture quality will be optimum Do not move the TV during self adjust To enter this self adjust mode you may also select MAGIC FOCUS from the SETUP Menu However this will display a message prompting you to press the front panel MAGIC FOCUS button Rl ALTO DIGITAL MAGIC FOCUS CONVERGENCE NOTES Only a momentary press of the MAGIC FOCUS button is necessary to start AUTO DIGITAL CONVERGENCE At anytime during this convergence correction process you may press the MAGIC FOCUS button to exit the MAGIC FOCUS mode Do not press the MAGIC FOCUS button for more than three seconds This is only for extreme cases of misconvergence and requires assistance from service If one of the pictures shown below appears on the television screen press the MAGIC FOCUS button a second time to exit this manual set up mode CENTER MODE STATIC MODE This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable CHANNEL ID 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 CATV1 signal source is selected THUMB CHANNEL ID THUMB C
63. outlet and disconnect antenna This will prevent damage due to lightning and power line surges OPERATION OF YOUR TELEVISION 19 This television should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home consult your dealer or local power company For televisions designed to operate from battery power refer to the operating instructions zn 20 If the television does not operate normally by following the operating instructions unplug the television from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified service technician to restore the television to normal operation ls 21 If your television is to remain unused for a period of time such as when going on a holiday turn the television OFF and unplug it from the wall outlet IF THIS TELEVISION DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY F 22 f you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in your operating instructions do not attempt any further adjustment Unplug the television and call your dealer or service technician 23 Whenever the television is damaged or fails or if there is a distinct change in performance that indicates a need for service unplug the television and ha
64. pear 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 R 24 F MINIMI 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 F Type 75 Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector This outdoor antenna cable must be connected toan For connecting RF signals antenna or cable TV to the antenna adaptor 300 Ohm to 75 Ohm antenna jack on the t
65. re and audio settings to optimize your TV s performance THUME STICK RET Xm UM THEATER MODES THUMB SURROUND O MOVIES STICK GRAPHIC EO SPORTS WIRELESS SOUND L RESET eo SUB WOOFER THUMB THEATER MODES mi 2 TV STICK THEATER MODES SURROUND MOVIES SURROUND C MOVIES GRAPHIC SPORTS D E GRAPHIC mk B SPORTS WIRELESS SOUND RESET WIRELESS SOUND O RESET SUB WOOFER SUB WOOFER IMENU MENU BAR QUIT EXIT MENU MENU BAR TO QUIT Use THUMB STICK or to change THEATER MODES settings When TV mode is chosen the following are automatically set CONTRAST almost maximum SUPER CONTRAST OFF COLOR TEMP COOL LOUDNESS ON PERFECT VOLUME ON DYNAMIC BASS ON When MOVIE mode is chosen the following are automatically set CONTRAST almost center SUPER CONTRAST OFF COLOR TEMP COOL LOUDNESS OFF PERFECT VOLUME OFF DYNAMIC BASS OFF When SPORTS mode is chosen the following are automatically set CONTRAST Maximum SUPER CONTRAST ON COLOR TEMP COOL LOUDNESS OFF PERFECT VOLUME OFF DYNAMIC BASS OFF You can customize each of the above modes TV MOVIE and SPORTS to your preference to increase viewing performance and pleasure depending upon the video program being viewed However if RESET is selected all modes will reset to the initial conditions as explained above When RESET is selected it will take approximately two seconds to re
66. rogrammed per button m Q 1 C S L FRE 0006 ko 2 89 LGB 2990 UE EX price 5156 s 666 0 0 m KD 5 2 HO ioi Doa There le pam ee i HITACHI J NOTES 1 If your Audio Video component cannot be operated after performing the above procedures your Audio Video component code has not been precoded into the remote 2 In the unlikely event that your Audio Video component cannot be operated after performing the above procedures please consult your Audio Video equipment operating guide 3 The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure stated above 1 AV1 AV2 AV3 Button These buttons allows the remote to control your audio video equipment by setting it to audio video mode 2 PRECODED AUDIO VIDEO Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded audio video component codes 3 EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV MY AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT CODE IS AVI AV2 AV3 NOTE Refer to instruction manual of the Audio Video equipment for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Audio Video equipment VCR BRANDS Aiko JO O 09 300 09 30 09 24 19 24 30 44 1 1 0 Curtis Mathes Cybe rnex Daewoo Daytron Dynatech Electrohome Electrophonic Emerex Emerson Gerrard Goldstar Gradiente Harley
67. s 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 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 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 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 Check these items and try these adjustments another connections channel back of TV station 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
68. speakers the AUDIO TO HI Fl output When RESET is selected press THUMB STICK b to return audio adjustments to factory preset conditions RESET ADVANCED SETTINGS _ O Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV depending on listening conditions p THUMB STI THUMB STICK OV AKRCED SETTINGS mi wee e ADVANCED SETTIHGS uk m STERES C O SECOND AUO PROGRAM OSECOND AUDIO PROGRAM 1 1 SPEAKERS AUTO HORE CANCEL LEUDHESS PERFECT VOLUPNE G HANID DINTERHAL SPEAKERS B AUTO CANCEL D LOUDHESS D PERFECT VOLUME Press THUMB STICK or V to highlight the function Press THUMB STICK d to change the function setting When the function has an X in the box it is ON MTS MODE 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 sources received will be displayed at the top center edge of the TV The source you select will be displayed above the sources received See example below for each selection when both stereo and second audio are received monaural is always received STEREO SELECTED SAP SELECTED MONO SELECTED INTERNAL SPEAK
69. ter PARENTAL CONTROL is a four digit secret code number The factory preset code is 0000 Use the number buttons to select secret code USE NUMBER BUTTONS fall TO ENTER THE Au SECRET CODE CHANNEL ID THUMB PARENTAL CONTROL VIDEO ID STICK ENTER SECRET CODE FAMILY FAVORITES PARENTAL CONTROL m O CHANNEL 3 4 EVENT PROGRAM VIDEO Lock AUTO LINK avick Lock CLOSED CAPTION O FRONT PANEL LOCK MENU BACKGROUND TY TIME OUT FIRET TIME TOUR MOVIE RATINGS TV RATINGS MENU BAR QUIT EXIT MENU T MENU BAR TO QUIT Ys d 1 LI r ken THEATER PARENTAL CONTROL GHANIDEZ SEGRET CODE r m mi CHANNEL 3 LI VIDEO LOGK O QUICK LOCK O FRONT PANEL LOCK D gt 0 0 gt 0 TV TIME OUT MOVIE RATINGS TV RATINGS MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT Use THUMB STICK or V to highlight function and press down on the THUMB STICK to set ON or OFF When CHANNEL is turned on the picture and sound for the chosen channel will be blocked out When VIDEO LOCK is turned on the picture and sound for all video inputs will be blocked out To lock the video inputs you must be tuned to any video input When QUICK LOCK is turned on the picture and sound for channels 3 4 on both ANT A B and all video inputs 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 OUT is turned on you can set the
70. 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 improbable event that a safety problem should be discovered in your product model FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY a jie 1 This television set is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug ha ie 2 When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed unplug this television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel 3 Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock _ O 5 4 Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord and do not place the television where the power cord is subject to traffic or abuse This may result in a shock or fire hazard paesi 5 Do not attempt to service this television yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or ot
71. to balance volume from each channel Adjust the volume levels until all channels are equal THUMB STICK TEST TONE PRO LOGIC HORMAL m FRONT L CENTER SF ars FRONT R STS REAR AEN IX 57 TEST TOME PRO LOGIC NORMAL m FRONT L CENTER DOLBY PRO LOGIC DOLBY 3 STEREO Press THUMB STICK to highlight then press THUMB STICK to select TEST TONE Automatic scanning of applicable speakers for your chosen Surround mode will occur Simply wait until the speaker you wish to adjust is highlighted static noise will be heard from this speaker then use THUMB STICK 4 or to adjust VOLUME Adjust balance by adjusting Front L and Front R volume control Press EXIT to quit menu or MENU to return to previous menu NOTE When in Dolby Surround Mode the AUDIO ADVANCED SETTINGS PERFECT VOLUME feature will automatically be disable to ensure correct DOLBY SURROUND sound decoding GRAPHIC EQUALIZER Use this function to precisely control tonal quality by using seven different frequency controls MC nte ees Lie cl Press THUMB STICK to select the frequency you wish to adjust To increase the amount of frequency audio to all speakers use THUMB STICK a To decrease the amount of frequency audio to all speakers use THUMB STICK Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu when the CURSOR is in the first position Th
72. to freeze the picture depending on the mode selected SINGLE SPLIT or STROBE To change FREEZE modes use the THUMB STICK or V to select which type of FREEZE mode you wish to view The new selection will appear the next time the FREEZE function is used SINGLE FREEZE Press the FREEZE button to freeze the picture you are currently viewing Press this button again or PIP to return to normal viewing FREEZE FREEZE SPLIT FREEZE Press the FREEZE button to freeze the picture you are currently viewing Only the left sub picture will freeze Press this button again or PIP to return to normal viewing FREEZE FREEZE STROBE FREEZE 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 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 34 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 the VCR pre coded mode 4 Hold down the VCR button on the remote enter the two digit preset code that matches your VCR as shown on page 34 The indicator light will flash 3 times if the cod
73. tton if required 5 The SLEEP button will act as your audio components 100 button if required 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 Operating the precoded function for your satellite receiver This remote is designed to operate different types of satellite systems You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your satellite receiver refer to page 34 1 Turn ON your satellite receiver 2 Aim the remote control at the front of your satellite receiver 3 Press and release the SATELLITE SAT button on the remote to switch to satellite pre coded mode 4 Hold down the SAT button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your satellite receiver as shown on page 34 The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted 5 Aim the remote at the Satellite receiver and press the POWER button The remote will turn off your Satellite receiver when the correct two digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your Satellite receiver If the Satellite receiver does not turn off try a different tw
74. turn to factory conditions SPORTS mode Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK 4 to return to previous menu SURROUND pT The following surround settings will reproduce the live sound you would hear in concert halls sports stadiums movie theaters etc when you set up your speaker system as shown in the section on audio system setup on pages 20 21 The surround system is most effective with movie and other stereo material that is Dolby Surround encoded and played on a stereo VCR THUMB THUMB THEATER MODES STICK STICK summouND wh e GRAFFX EU MATRIX L WIRELESS amp OLIHD WOOFER TO MENU THUMB STICK MENU TC MENU BAR When using WIRELESS SOUND REAR SPEAKERS mode must be chosen to receive the SURROUND audio program To enter the SURROUND MODE use THUMB STICK or to highlight then press down on THUMB STICK d to select SURROUND MODE of your choice THEATER MODES summ WD GRAPHER EG WRELESS SOUND Sua WOOFER REAR J8J EO MAIN Now press THUMB STICK or to highlight then press down on THUMB STICK d to select speaker to be adjusted Use THUMB STICK 4 or 4 to adjust the volume of REAR and MAIN speakers MAIN volume also controls AUDIO TO HI FI output level Adjust MAIN volume first Each SURROUND setting has separate MAIN and REAR volume controls except OFF and DOL
75. ve it checked by a qualified service technician 24 It is normal for some televisions to make occasional snapping or popping sounds particularly when being turned on or off If the snapping or popping is continuous or frequent unplug the set and consult your dealer or service technician FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION Ex 25 Do not use attachments not recommended by the television manufacturer as they may cause hazards 26 If replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Check to make sure that you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material CALENDAR WAR 2000 EVENT GM TW TFS 11i BENT A CALENDAR CLU 574TSI 1 Remote Control Unit CLU 573TSI Part No HL01323 CLU 574TSI Part No HLO1324 2 Two size 1 5V batteries For Remote Control Unit pg 5 cont REMOTE 278 CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 7 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 AA size batteries for the remote control When replacing old batteries push them towards the springs and lift them out 3
76. y and two antenna inputs ANT A and ANT B The Picture in Picture feature is convenient when you want to watch more than one program at the same time You can watch a TV program while viewing other programs from the ANT A source or any of the video inputs _ O Back of TY VIDEO IH oo 1 PIP button Press the PIP button and a sub picture will appear in one of the three different modes SINGLE SPLIT or SURF depending on the last selection of the PIP mode To change the PIP mode use the THUMB STICK or and the new selection will appear the next time the PIP function is used SINGLE MODE PIP Press the PIP button and a sub picture appears in one corner of the screen Press the button again to reduce the size of the sub picture Use the PIP button a third time to remove the sub picture from the screen Press the INPUT button when sub picture channel tuning is controlled to change between VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 and ANT A antenna source ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub picture and COMPONENT VIDEO Y CB SPLIT MODE PIP When you press the PIP button the main channel and the PIP sub picture will appear at the center of the screen main channel on left side and sub picture on right side Press the PIP button a second time to return t normal viewing Use the PIP CH button to select between man and sub picture tuning control indicated by highlighted channel display Press the INPUT button when sub picture channe

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