Hitachi 50C10E Projection Television User Manual
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1. ls C Phono Connector Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the Television s rear jack panels Type 75 Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals antenna or cable TV to the antenna jack on the television S Video Super Video Connector This connector is used on camcorders VCRs and laser disc players with an S Video feature in place of the standard video cable to produce a high quality 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 VHF UHF 75 Ohm terminal To outdoor antenna GATY gabie VHF 300 Ohm antenna UHF antenna When using a 300 Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna connect the VHF or UHF antenna FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 12 leads to screws of the VHF or UHF adaptor Plug the adaptor into the antenna terminal on the TV To outdoor VHF or UHF Antenna connect u 4 VHF Adapter When both VHF and 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 Tc outdoor To UHI VHFIUHF antenna or Arianna 9 DATY system Antenna miser Click to see front panel diagram MENU BUTTON Thjis button allows you to enter the MENU mod2. CHF z CHANNEL CHa CUT HEAL Add or erase additional channels while still in CHANNEL MEMORY using the CHANNEL buttons or number buttons and then add or erase using the CURSOR 4 P buttons CLOSED CAPTION Closed captions are 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 or ty CLOSED CAPTION DISPLAY 7 orrF MDE 7 c c TEXT 77 i BE HENU The selected function will be magenta Your choice for the function will be blue DISPLAY ON OFF is to turn the display on or off MODE C C Closed Caption is for the program you are viewing MODE 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 CHANNEL 2 is sometimes used for a second language may vary by region Use the CURSOR or to highlight the function to change press ENTER to change the function and press MENU to exit T bili or nam E pe MENU LANGUAGE PROGRAM 29 This feature will allow you to select any one of 3 different languages for all on screen displays CURSOR LANGUAGE BN 7 ENGLISH FRENCH
3. Full set of Input Jacks Including S Video Closed Caption Decoder e High Resolution Picutre In Picture Tuned Port Bass Reflex Speakers Inputs Power 120V 60 Hz Power consumption operating A f H 154W 31025 0051 4 e 154W WEA 154W Power consumption maximum POPAT EA RS 210W DOE Zoi A 210W IORA TOD m 210W Antenna input 1 75 Ohm e Channel COV 181 ch L 2 13 epenn 14 69 Mid Band scettr et A 5 A 1 A I SPT gt P E J W DIU CE DD W 1 W 28 UiA TS AVC W 29 W 84 E 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm e S Video Luminance Y 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm Chrominance C 0 286Vp p 75 Ohm e Audio input 1 47k Ohm Average input 470mVrms e Maximum input level 940mVrms Outputs dic 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm e Audio 470mVrms 1k Ohm Dimensions S0EXI2BX 13KX 50 16 Height in 50 7 8 50 7 8 e Width in 4 5 8 4 5 8 Depth in 23 5 8 23 5 8 Weight 165 243 243 HITACHI SERVICE HOTLINE 40 To locate an authorized HITA
4. C amp Pamisn EHTEH ETT Use the cursor V to select the MENU LANGUAGE of your choice Press MENU to exit This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable CURSOR ENTE EMTER MENU EXT EET CHANNEL CAPTION Hise this feature to give up to 30 channels a name 41 41 CHANNEL CaF TIOH CAPTION CANCEL CURSOR CANCEL T NEXT CHANNEL CH amp cH vw gt JED ja is NEXT CHANNEL cH CH CHICH FERLI ET I had E EXTEN 5 EXIT e ENTER ISET EXIT Press the CURSOR to select letters Press the CURSOR 4 P to change position Press ENTER to set the CHANNEL CAPTION and it will appear in the top left corner of the screen Press CHANNEL or the number buttons to select and label additional channels Press MENU to exit The represents a blank space Select CANCEL to erase a CHANNEL CAPTION LOCK This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel PROGRAM 30 41 LOCK CHILD LOCK p KEY NUMBER Weer CHANGE HEY HUMBER 0 Ti CH 4 WENU EXIT The code to set or cancel CHILD LOCK is a three digit key number The factor preset key number is 000 CHRO LOC i 4 CHILD
5. CHKD LOCK CHILO LEIZR FEY HLIMEZR CHILO LOK KEY HLMIBER Z 521 Ll inane Fi B Peres onc prn CHILD LOCK ON HEY 0 5 cH AUREN 9 9 CHANNEL CH EXTER Exi The picture and sound will now be blocked out for this channel Repeat the same steps to cancel the CHILD LOCK To change the key number select key number change Enter the old number factory preset 000 for first time use then enter a new three digit key number you prefer If you forget your key number use the factory code 777 to erase your key number This resets the key number back to the factory preset 000 PROGRAM LIST This function allows you to view which channels are labeled in CHANNEL CAPTION NAME which have been added to CHANNEL MEMORY SCAN and which are protected by CHILD LOCK LOCK PROG RAM LIST rFRODRAM LIST GH NAMESCANLDCK LH NAMESCANLOCK ON L CURSOR y OM L Di Wor CIN sj zi 7 s THEY NBC a 4 MAL ON 1 AE ENTER KenL ETI Press CURSOR to review more channels Press MENU to EXIT VOLUME CORRECTION Use this function to reduce the volume level of up to four TV channels that sound loud compared to other TV channels VOLUME CORRECTION 22 CHANNEL SL CHANNEL CH A CH FF INTER MEMU F EET JEXT Ch ACH F EN
6. damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the television set to normal operation i E F o B ii En p 21 When going on a holiday If your television set is to remain unused for a period of time turn the television set off and unplug it from the wall outlet PICTURE CAUTIONS 8 IF THIS SET DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY 22 If you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in your operating instructions do not attempt any further adjustment Unplug the set and call your dealer or service technician 23 Whenever the television set is damaged or fails or a distinct change in performance indicates a need for service unplug the set and have it checked by a professional service technician 24 t is normal for some TV sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds particularly when being turned on or off If the snapping or popping 15 continuous or frequent unplug the set and consult your dealer or service technician FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION 25 Do not use attachments not recommended by the television set manufacturer as they may cause hazards 26 When 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 SS um di Bem ak ee
7. equivalent for the remote When replacing old batteries push them towards the springs and lift them out 3 Match the and marks in the battery compartment 4 Replace the cover gt ANTENNA Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system a good HOOK UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS 10 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 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 best spot for viewing The drawings give several suggestions 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 or right of the re
8. ma ru 27 Upon completion of any service or repairs to the television set ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the television is in safe operating condition PICTURE CAUTIONS 000 WARNING Continuous on screen displays such as video games stock market quotations computer generated graphics and other fixed non moving patterns can cause permanent damage to projection television receivers Such PATTERN BURNS constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your Hitachi HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV xe Factory Warranty When using the Picture in Picture function the sub picture should not be left permanently 1n one corner of the screen ora pattern burn may develop over a long period of time This projection television receiver was intended mainly for the private viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies and programs from other video sources Public viewing may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material 1 Remote Control Unit CLU 415UI Part No HL00224 2 Two AA size 1 5 V batteries For Remote Control Unit REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1 Open the battery cover of the remote transmitter by pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers 2 Insert two new AA size batteries
9. natural flesh tones while preserving fidelity of background colors For best picture performance leave the AUTOCOLOR function on NOISE REDUCER The NOISE REDUCER automatically reduces conspicuous noise in the picture without degrading picture quality NOTCH FILTER Turn on the Notch Filter when viewing a television program from one of the regular video inputs to improve the picture appearance especially around the outline of buildings signs letters etc Turn off the Notch Filter when viewing a program from the S Video input to get the maximum sharpness and clarity out of the picture AUDIO 35 CONVERGENCE ADJUST Your Projection TV has three color projection tubes one for red one for green one for blue When mixed together in the proper proportion the output of these three color tubes can produce any color To produce these colors however the beams must be precisely aligned over each other so that the colors can be mixed The process of aligned these picture beams 15 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 To simplify convergence the following feature allows you to display a test pattern of horizontal and vertical lines on the screen Properly converged the lines appear white
10. which is actually a combination of the outputs of the three color tubes The output of the green tube 15 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 Press the CURSOR to move the color displayed up or down Press the CURSOR 4 gt to move the color displayed left or right Press ENTER to change the color Press MENU to exit Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference to improve the sound quality and to select special sound effects AUDIO 96 Press the CURSOR buttons to select and make adjustments The function to be adjusted will be in yellow BALANCE This function will control the left to right balance of the TV internal speakers the AUDIO TO HI FI output and the surround speakers BASS This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers TREBLE This function control the high frequency audio to all speakers RESET When RESET is selected press ENTER to return audio adjustments to factory preset conditions PREFERENCE SETTING Use PREFERENCE SETTING to improve the sound performance of your TV depending on listening conditions PREFERENCE SETTING MTE H TEREG LCUDNESS PAINT SPEAKERS 7 ON ENTER MENU F CEXIT EMIT Use the CURSOR V to select a function The f
11. CHI service facility in the continental U S A DIAL TOLL FREE 7 days a week 24 hours a day 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc 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 in warranty service operation or technical assistance please contact Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd Norcross GA 30093 Tel 404 279 5600 Hitachi Sales Corporation of Hawaii 3219 Koapaka St Honolulu HI 96819 Tel 808 836 3621 Callers will normally have the problem of erasing a labeled channel Everytime they select Channel Caption to delete a label a message appears explaining that the memory is full This means the channel they are currently tuned to is not labeled therefore cannot not be canceled The set assumes they want to label this channel Ask the cal
12. CHI television receiver Please fill out your warranty card at once 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 model of product FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY This television set 1s 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 E 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 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4 Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord and do not place the TV where the power cord is subject to traffic or abuse This may result in a shock or fire hazard rare 5 Do not attempt to service this television set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 6 Never push objects of any kind into this television set through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Nev
13. E mode this is the A B button PRECODED VCR BUTTONS These buttons always transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes RESET BUTTON Press RESET to return video and audio to factory settings LIGHT BUTTON When you are in a darkroom press this button on the side of the remote to light up the buttons shown in 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 1s too bright Click to see Remote POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off If MESSAGE 1 or MESSAGE 2 1 set 1t will be displayed when the is first turned on See page 32 RECALL button When you want to check the channel being received or if it has a stereo ST or second audio program SAP press the RECALL button You can also check the time and if the ON TIME or OFF TIME has been set See page 31 pic If a video input is used _ Video Input When an S Video input is connected You can also use the RECALL button to quickly clear many of the other on screen displays THE REMOTE CONTROL CLU 415UI 17 MENU ENTER CURSOR buttons All the on screen display features can be set or adjusted by using these buttons The MENU button will start or exit the on screen display The CURSOR buttons will highlight functions or adjust different features The ENTER button will set features to your preference CHANNEL SELEC
14. ER to start and MENU to exit CALENDAR Use this function to check the day month and year CALENDAR 1995 M T W i 5 8B 12 15 14 15 22 zb zT ENIT Use the cursor V buttons to change the month Press MENU to exit Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings improve picture quality and to adjust convergence CURSOR 4 CURSOR 48 E3 JHD EXTER EXIT a ENTER HENI JEET SET EWT PREFERENCE ADJUST Use this feature to adjust contrast color tint brightness and sharpness PREFERENCE ADJUST CONTRAST IR LEE cav nr RCE z urat La CORRECTION TETTE SHARP RE 52 mammam RESET ENTER MEN SET EXIT Press the CURSOR buttons to select and make adjustments VIDEO 34 The function to be adjusted will be in yellow CONTRAST Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the icture This adjustment will only affect the picture when the PICTURE SETTING AI 15 OFF ee page 38 COLOR Use this function to adjust the level of color in the picture TINT Use this function to adjust the flesh tones so they appear natural BRIGHT Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness SHARPNESS Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture RESET When RESET
15. IMPORTANT HITACHI PROJECTION COLOR TV 50EX12BX 50EX13KX 50EX16B OPERATING GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT nu IMPORTANT Sum HITACHI SERVICE HOTLINE Your new HITACHI PROJECTION TV incorporates a host of features designed to give you excellent performance if you follow the instructions in this manual We recommend that you read the instructions and IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS notice before turning on your TV set for the first time Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television receiver 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 1s 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 The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle 15 1ntended 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 TELEVISION SYSTEM TO RAIN OR MOISTURE NOTE 9 There are no user serviceable parts inside the receiver Model number and serial number are indicated on the back side of th
16. Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound requirements D The television s internal speakers 2 These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier Use the Audio to Hi Fi output on the TV These speakers are connected to the Rear Speaker 8 Ohm output on the TV Click to see Audio System Set Up See page 10 for location of Surround Switch In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV the new remote is designed to operate different types of VCR s and different types of CATV Cable TV converters with one touch Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area To operate your TV point the remote at the remote sensor of the TV and press the TV button on the remote The remote will now control your TV To operate your VCR point the remote at the remote sensor of the VCR and press the VCR button The remote will now control your VCR To operate your Cable Box point the remote at the remote sensor of the Cable Box and press the THE REMOTE CONTROL CLU 415UI 16 CABLE button on the remote The remote will now control your Cable Box Click to see the Remote These buttons allow the remote to control your TV VCR or Cable Box depending of which mode is chosen as explained above TV VCR BUTTON When the remote is in the TV or VCR mode this is the TV VCR button When the remote is in the CABL
17. Panasonic 09 35 46 47 Broksonic 33 37 43 Penney 09 10 11 13 15 21 48 Canon 09 Pentax 15 24 31 Capehart 05 Philco 09 Carver 28 Philips 09 28 32 CCE 27 50 Pilot 10 Citizen 50 Pioneer 26 Colt 27 Portland 05 Craig 19 27 48 Protec 27 Curtis Mathis 09 Pulsar 12 Cybernex 48 Quartz 18 Daewoo 03 05 17 29 50 Quasar 09 Daytron 05 Radio Shack 00 10 VCR AND CABLE BOX CODES Dynatech 00 Emerex 06 Emerson 00 01 10 16 23 33 37 40 43 44 Fisher 19 21 25 30 Fuji 07 09 Funai 00 Garrard 00 GE 09 22 24 Goldstar 04 10 11 Gradiente 00 Harley Davidson 00 Harmon Kardon 11 Harwood 27 HI Q 19 Hitachi 15 24 31 Jensen 14 JVC 02 14 26 Kenwood 11 14 18 26 KLH 27 Kodak 09 Lloyd 00 Logik 27 LXI 10 Magnavox 09 12 28 32 34 Magnin 48 Marantz 09 11 28 Marta 10 Matsushita 09 MEI 09 Memorex 00 09 10 12 18 19 20 30 48 MGA 16 23 MGN Technology 48 Minolta 15 31 Mitsubishi 16 23 26 36 45 49 CABLE BRAND CODE ABC 01 03 05 09 11 12 14 30 Antronix 44 Archer 28 40 44 Belcor 3 Cable Star 31 Century 40 Citizen 40 Colour Voice 19 25 Comtronics 29 34 Contec 15 23 RCA 15 22 24 31 34 39 Realistic 00 09 10 18 19 20 25 30 48 Ricoh 08 Runco 12 Samsung 17 48 Sanky 12 20 Sansul 14 26 Sanyo 18 19 30 48 Scott 16 17 33 37 42 43 44 Sears 09 10 15 18 19 21 25 30 31 Sharp 20 Shintom 27 Shogun 48 Singer 27 Sony 06 07 08 09 STS 15 Sylvania 00 09 16 28 32 Symphonic 00 Tatung 14 Teac 00 14 Technics 09 35 Teknika 00 09 10 Telefunken 38 TMK 40 48 T
18. T 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 set 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 fresh 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 IGNITION NOISE Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear picture may flutter or drift Usually caused by CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE 38 interference from automobile ignition systems neon lamps electrical drills and other electrical appliances _ GHOSTS Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths One is the direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings hills or some other objects Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve reception Ghosting may also be caused by defects in the antenna system such as unshielded leads or connecting several set
19. TER MENL i ENTER ESET ISETE EXIT CLOCK 91 Press the CURSOR to select one of the four volume corrections Use the Channel or number buttons to select a channel VOLUME OARECTION 22 VOLUME CoRRECTKN 22 CH LEVEL CM LEVEL 1009 CURSOR 100 100 _ 100 CHANNEL CH a CH F CHAMHEL CH k CH ENTER MEHU SET EXIT EXTER BETI seein Press ENTER to set the channel Press CURSOR 4 P to adjust volume level Press MENU to exit Use this feature for all time related functions CLOCK SET The time must be set before you can use the on off timer or automatic message CLOCE SET CURSOR CURSOR J 95 JED c Sm J Sm Use the NUMBER buttons and CURSOR 4 gt to set the time e AM or PM selected will be highlighted in red hen you are finished press ENTER to start the clock ON OFF TIMER This function will automatically turn the TV on or off one time only or everyday ON TIRE Fi OFF TIME OM 1 zx waopE jorr osce Joy CANCEL ZEONTME m OFF TIME an CURSOR On CHAHHEL Das Dat EDD E 901 12 HOUR 01 712 ENTER MENU START EXIT CALENDARS ENTERA MENU HEM amp Cn N iL XITI The selection to change will
20. TOR buttons CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons are used to set the time for channel memory etc Enter two or three numbers to select channels Enter 0 first for channels 1 to 9 For channel 100 and higher press the 1 button wait until another dash appears next to the channel display on your TV then enter the remaining two numbers using the numbered buttons Channel selection may also be performed by pressing channel up 4 or down V amp AVX button The AVX Auxiliary Video button will select between the antenna signal and the two sets of video input jacks each time the button is pressed If the Picture in Picture PIP is on the AVX will select between the two sets of video input Jacks See page 18 ESPN STEREO 28 VIDEO 1 amp T 5A 2 S IN AX VOLUME MUTE buttons Press the VOLUME up 4 or down V button until you obtain the desired sound level To turn the sound off instantly to answer the telephone etc press the MUTE button Press the MUTE button again or press the VOLUME up 4 button to restore the sound Louder VOLUME The word MUTE will remain displayed if the CLOSED CAPTION feature is turned off CLOSED CAPTION will also be displayed when the MUTE button is pressed Certain models only PICTURE IN PICTURE PIP 18 4 E LAST CHANNEL LST CH button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed Good for watching two s
21. be in yellow Press the number buttons to select the time the TV will turn on or off AM 1 PM 2 Press the CURSOR 4 buttons for MODE ONCE one time only or MODE DAILY TV will turn on off at the same time every day Press CHANNEL 4 or the NUMBER buttons to set the channel the TV will tune to when it automatically turns on Your choice for AM PM and MODE will appear in blue Press ENTER to start Select CANCEL and press ENTER to erase times MES SAGE I Use this function to set one or two personal messages once a day or one time only MESSAGE 1 CURSOR DO OUR HOMEWORX OA GED r iad oi MESSAGE 1 ENTER MEN i ENTER KEHU ExT SET EXIT Use the CURSOR to select a letter or other character Use the CURSOR 4 P to change position Press ENTER when message is finished The asterisk represents a blank space Move the CURSOR 4 P until CANCEL is magenta and press ENTER to erase message MESSAGE 1 REMEMBER To TAKE DAILY VITAMINS ME eam Penone jore 7 F EMTER ENTER HEN START EXIT ISTART Use cursor to choose MODE or TIME Use cursor 4 to set MODE when it is yellow Your choice will be in red MESSAGE CURSOR REMEMBER i TARI GALLY VI AM IAS VIDEO 33 Use the NUMBER buttons to set the time Press ENT
22. ceiver During daylight hours reflections from outside light may appear on the screen If so drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can be located in a different section of the room If the TV s audio output will be connected to a Hi Fi system s external speakers the best audio performance will be obtained by placing the speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as possible to the height of the picture screen center For best stereo separation place the external speakers at least 4 feet from the side of the TV Place the surround speakers to the side or behind the viewing area Differences 1n room sizes and acoustical environments will require some experimentation with speaker placement for best performance 4 MINIMUM 4 MINIMUM M Li HOOK UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS 44 Most video audio connections between components 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 Also make sure the cables are the correct length 300 Ohm Twin Lead Connector This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna adaptor 300 Ohm to 75 Ohm
23. e set POWER SOURCE This HITACHI projection TV is designed to operate on 120 volts 60 Hz AC household current Insert power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THE TELEVISION S PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4 NEVER CONNECT THE TV TO 50 Hz DIRECT CURRENT OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE NOTE This television receiver will display television closed captioning Ed or in accordance with paragraph 15 119 of the FCC rules CAUTION Never remove the back cover of the set as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards If the set does not operate properly unplug the set and call your dealer or service shop SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION RECEIVER CAUTION Read all of these instructions Save these instructions for later use Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television receiver Our reputation has been built on the quality performance and ease of service of HITACHI television receivers Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units To help you operate these products properly this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you Obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITA
24. e without using the remote This makes it possible to set TV features to you preference without using the remote AVX Audio Video selector ENTER button Press this button to select the current antenna source VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 Your selection 1s shown in the top right corner of the screen This button also serves as the ENTER button 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 and right buttons when in MENU mode CHANNEL selector Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of the TV screen These buttons also serve as the cursor down and up buttons when in MENU mode amp POWER button Press this button to turn TV on or off POWER light You will see a red light when the TV is turned on REAR PANEL JACKS 18 AI Artificial Intelligence sensor This Artificial Intelligence sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of light in the room to give the best picture See page 34 REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your Remote at this area when selecting channels adjusting volume etc Click to see Rear Panel Jacks Antenna Input Use an F type coaxial cable to connect an antenna or cable TV CATV output to this rear panel jack Audio Video Inputs 1 2 The AVX Auxiliary video button will step thro
25. ed the wire 1s 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 Speaker CAUTION Do not short speaker terminals do not connect a wire direcly across any two termiinals This could cause damage to your audio outputs or damage your in other ways n EXTERNAL C1 SPEAKER CAUTION Do not connect Speakers simultaneously to the REAR SPEAKER terminal of the Projection TV and an external amplifier This could damage both the TV and the speakers Your TV was designed to use 8 Ohm speakers only Any other type may degrade the audio performance of your entertainment system AUDIO SYSTEM SET UP 15 PROJECTION TV SPEAKER AMPLIFIER TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS The S Video connection is provided for high performance laser discs VCR s etc that have this feature Use this connection in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature If your device has only one audio output mono sound connect it to the left audio jack on the TV Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook up cables A single VCR can be used for VCR 1 and VCR 2 but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output INPUT 1 in the example on p 11 Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input output connections
26. ed after performing the above procedures this means that your cable box codes have not been precoded into the remote 2 In the unlikely event that your cable box cannot operate after performing the above procedures consult your cable box operating guide 3 The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed in until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure stated above 4 If your cable box does not have a power function the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function VCR AND CABLE BOX CODES 22 Remote Control Buttons CABLE BUTTON This button allows the remote to control your cable box by setting it to CABLE mode TV VCR BUTTON When the remote is in CABLE mode this is the A B button ENTER BUTTON If your cable box does not have an enter function this button will send the TV enter code RECALL BUTTON If your cable box does not have a last channel function this button will send the TV channel recall code PRECODED FOR CABLE BOX These buttons transmit the chosen precoded CATV codes EXCLUSIVE TV BUTTONS These buttons are for operating the TV VCR BRAND CODE VCR BRAND CODE Adventura 00 Motorola 09 20 Aiko 50 MTC 00 48 Aiwa 00 Multitech 00 27 Akai 14 23 49 NEC 11 13 14 26 American High 09 Nikko 10 Asha 48 Noblex 48 Audiovox 10 Olympus 09 Beaumark 48 Olymus 47 Bell amp Howard 30 Optimus 20 Brandt 38
27. edures please consult your VCR operating guide 3 The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed in until the batteries are removed from the remote control After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure stated above 4 If your VCR does not have a power function the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function Remote Control Buttons VCR BUTTON This button allows the remote to control your VCR by setting it to VCR mode PRECODED VCR BUTTONS These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes For some VCR s you must press the RECORD button twice to record a program EXCLUSIVE TV BUTTONS These buttons are for operating the TV Operating the pre coded 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 in your cable box Refer to page 22 1 Turn ON your cable box 2 Aim the remote control at the front of your cable box 3 While holding down the CABLE button enter the 2 digit preset code that matches your cable box as shown on page 22 The remote will turn off your cable box when the correct 2 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 after 5 seconds try another 2 digit preset code 4 The remote will now control your cable box NOTES 1 If your cable box cannot be operat
28. er spill liquid of any kind on the television set 7 If the television set has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged unplug this television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel CIBO a ri 8 If liquid has been spilled into this television set unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel 9 Do not subject your television set to impact of any kind Be particularly careful not to damage the picture tube surface 10 Unplug this television set from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 11 1 Do not place this television set on an unstable cart stand or table The television set may fall causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the appliance Use only with a IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 6 cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the television set Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer 11 2 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET 12 Do not use this television set near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or nea
29. is selected press ENTER to return video adjustments to factory preset conditions PREFERENCE SETTING Your HITACHI TV has an AI Artificial Intelligence function which will automatically adjust picture settings to produce the highest quality picture possible When Al 1s yellow use the Cursor 4 gt to turn the Al on or off Your choice will be in red PREFERENCE SETTING PREFERENCE SETTING FHEFEHENLE Ooi pio gon COFF PREFERENCE SETTING AMJTOCOLOR gos lor ar CONVERGENCE NOIRE REDUCER OH Goer 1 NOTCH ALTER amp ENTER MEN Use the CURSOR to select function Use the CURSOR 4 gt to turn function on or off Your choice will be blue AI ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE When the AI 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 on 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 AI function off to control other PREFERENCE SETTINGS AUTOCOLOR The AUTOCOLOR function automatically monitors and adjusts the color to maintain constant color levels even after a program or channel changes It also maintains
30. ler to tune to a channel that is labeled then select Channel Caption to cancel the labeling You can always either lock or unlock any one of the four channels using code 777 regardless of what the key number actually is Code 777 will always lock or unlock each station This is not printed in the manual but should be done when finished Here s how the automatic message really works Once the message is entered in everytime the set is turned on the message will appear on the tv screen To remove the message the user simply needs to adjust the volume or change channels This procedure cannot be overidden If the tv 1s on at the specified setting time the message will reappear This design ensures the person the message was intended for gets the message even if the individual was not watching television at the specified setting time HITACHI SERVICE HOTLINE 41 If 2 messages are entered message has priority over message 2 Two messages cannot be displayed at the same time This is a misprint in the manual The page for PICTURE SETTING Al is actually page 34
31. ns to highlight the correct AIR CABLE mode and press MENU to exit SET UP 97 CURSOR Your choice will be shown on the display RECEPTION BAND GATY 1 ar CATV 2 CATV CHANNEL 918189 an the screen VHF 2 13 Mid band 1 14 22 5 1 95 99 2 13ch Super band J W 23 36 14 amp amp ch Hypar band 37 64 V 7 W 28 Ultra band 65 125 we 9 54 Reception channels for each mode are shown at the left Refer to your cable or TV guide for channel identification standards If certain CATV channels are poor or not possible in CATV1 mode set AIR CABLE to CATV2 AUTO PROGRAM This feature will automatically store active TV channels in CHANNEL MEMORY This will allow you to skip over unused channels when using the CHANNEL UP or DOWN V buttons ALI TOPPOG ARM ALTOPSICHSRAM PRESS EXTER TO BEGIN CHAMMEL Cr AUTOPROGRAM ROW IN PROGRESS ENTER MENU If the MENU button 1 pressed while the auto programming function is engaged programming will stop See CHANNEL MEMORY to add or erase additional channels CHANNEL MEMORY Using this function after AUTOPROGRAM to add or erase additional channels to the remote control CHANNEL buttons Your choice will be highlighted magenta MEMORY MEMORY CHAMHEL 05 CHANNEL 05 ADD ERASE seo V ERASE HEXT CHANNEL
32. ol buttons to use V V EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE 29 ENTER MENU SET EXIT 522 nomm AIR CABLE AUTO PROGRAM CHANNEL MEMORY CLOSED CAPTION MENU LANGUAGE CHANNEL CAPTION CHILD LOCK PROGRAM LIST VOLUME CORRECTION c r zi CLOCK SET ON OFF TIMER MESSAGE 1 Select antenna or cable TV First time setup for channel buttons Channel buttons add or skip Feature to display dialogue text Choose English French or Spanish dialogue Label channels PAY I ABC etc Block channel picture amp sound Check channel name scan childlock Lower volume on selected channels Set before using timer features Turn TV on or off one time or daily Set for one time or daily SET UP 26 MESSAGE 2 Set for one time or daily CALLENDAR Check day month and year PREFERENCE ADJUST Adjust color brightness etc PREFERENCE SETTING Improve picture performance CONVERGENCE CORRECTION Match red green and blue colors to make white PREFERENCE ADJUST Adjust balance bass and treble PREFERENCE SETTING Improve sound performance Select SET UP when setting your TV up for the first time Use the CURSOR UP DOWN buttons on the remote to highlight the function desired Your selection is shown here SET EXIT 4A ENTER MEHU AIR CABLE Select AIR if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna Select if you have cable TV Press the CURSOR butto
33. oshiba 16 17 25 42 44 Totevision 10 48 Unitech 48 Vector 17 Vector Research 11 13 Video Concepts 13 17 23 Videosonic 48 Wards 00 09 15 19 20 27 34 44 48 XR 1000 24 XR1000 00 09 Yamaha 11 14 Zenith 07 08 12 CABLE BRAND CODE Panasonic 17 38 Paragon 00 Philips 19 21 22 23 24 25 40 46 54 Pioneer 18 39 Pulsar 00 RCA 17 Realistic 44 Regal 16 49 50 53 Regency 02 EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE 24 Eastern 02 Rembrandt 09 36 Electricord 37 Runco 00 Garrard 40 Samsung 29 30 GC Electronics 31 44 Scientific Atlanta 04 06 14 52 Gemini 13 32 36 46 Signal 13 29 General Instrument 09 Signature 09 Hamlin 08 16 27 49 50 SL Marx 29 Hitachi 09 Sprucer 17 55 Hytex 05 Standard Components 4 Jasco 40 Starcom 03 13 30 Jerrold 03 09 10 12 13 20 30 Stargate 13 29 Macom 26 Starquest 13 Magnavox 21 Sylvania 01 Memorex 00 Teleview 29 Movie Time 35 37 42 Texscan 01 NSC 35 36 42 10 11 33 05 15 47 Toshiba 00 Tusa 13 TV86 35 Unika 40 44 United Artists 05 United Cable 03 Universal 28 31 37 40 43 44 Videoway 48 Viewstar 21 34 35 45 Zenith 00 D Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI TV The feature to be selected will be highlighted 1n a magenta purple color Press the CURSOR buttons to highlight a different feature Press ENTER on the remote control to select a feature This part of the screen This part of the shows what selections screen shows which are available remote contr
34. porting events PICTURE IN PICTURE buttons See separate section on page 18 for a description SRD button Your Hitachi model does not access surround SRD using the remote control Instead a switch is provided on the back of your TV to change between Speaker Matrix Surround and External speakers See page 13 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 a VCR program TV or tape on any of the video inputs PICTURE IN PICTURE PIP 19 Bark af Ty VIDEO IN POWER 4 2 A CUTPUIT P IN P BUTTON Press the PIP button and a sub picture appears in one corner of the screen Press the button a second time to remove the sub picture from the screen Press the AVX button when the sub picture is on to change between VIDEO or VIDEO 2 The TV channel will always be either the main picture or the sub picture Main Picture Sub Picture SWAP BUTTON If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the sub picture press the SW AP button NEWS STEREU SHIFT BUTTON To move the sub picture to another corner press the SHIFT button The sub picture moves one step counter clockwise every time the SHIFT button is pressed USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS 20 FREEZE FRZ BUTTON If you wish to freeze the sub picture
35. press the FRZ button This 1s convenient when trying to write down the address for a mail order company recording statistics for a sporting event etc To return to motion press the button again FREEZE FRZ BUTTON WITHOUT A SUB PICTURE QUICK FREEZE Press this button without a sub picture to freeze the picture you are currently viewing Press this button again to return to normal viewing The SWAP button will not work with this QUICK FREEZE function STEREO 31 a tt ig 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 in your VCR Refer to page 22 1 Turn ON your VCR 2 Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR 3 While holding down the VCR button on the remote enter the 2 digit preset code that matches your VCR as shown on page 22 The remote will turn off your VCR when the correct 2 digit preset code is entered When this occurs the remote control is programmed for your VCR If the VCR does not turn off after 5 seconds try a different 2 digit preset code 4 The remote will now control your VCR USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS 21 NOTES 1 If your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures this means that your VCR s codes have not been precoded into the remote 2 In the unlikely event that your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above proc
36. r a swimming pool etc Never expose the set to rain or water If the set has been exposed to rain or water unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing personnel 14 Avoid dusty places since accumulated dust inside the chassis may cause failure of the set when high humidity persists 15 The set has slots or openings in the cabinet for ventilation purposes to provide reliable operation of the receiver and to protect from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered Never place the set in a built in enclosure unless proper ventilation provided PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET 16 1 If an outside antenna 1s connected to the television set be sure the antenna system 1s protected IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 7 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 Click to see antenna grounding diagram 16 2 Note to CATV system installer Only for the television set 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 gro
37. s to the same antenna without using multiple antenna couplers CC SNOW If your receiver 1s located in the fringe area of a television station where the signal 1s weak your picture may be marred by the appearance of small dots When the signal 1s 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 Click here to see Troubleshooting Chart This Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage or power surges IF YOUR SET SHOULD APPEAR TO HAVE A LOSS OF POWER PLEASE FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE 1 Push the power switch ON OFF switch once 2 If there is still no power wait 30 seconds and push the power switch again 3 If there 1s still no power unplug the power cord from the wall Wait thirty seconds and plug the power cord back in Push the power switch again This protective technology should provide for years of lasting entertainment from your Projection Television SPECIFICATIONS Features e Superfine Picture Quality 750 Line Horizontal Resolution Pure Green and Red Filter Lenses Artificial Intelligence System e Remote Controls many VCR brands and cable boxes e Easy Graphic Guide On Screen Display
38. ugh each video source and the current antenna input each time it is pressed Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices such as VCRs camcorders laser disc players etc If you have mono sound insert the audio cable into the left channel jack Monitor Out These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording 2 Audio to Hi Fi These jacks provide variable audio output to a separate stereo system amplifier With this connection the audio to the stereo can be controlled by the television s remote control Speaker Matrix Surround Switch Use this switch to choose between the surround and external speaker features See page 13 for Audio System setup The TV s Internal Speakers will be switched off when EXT is selected Rear Speaker Terminals These terminals are used to connect external speakers which are used for the surround sound feature The volume level is controlled by the remote control main volume buttons Use speakers with 8 Ohm impedance only S Video Input 1 provides S Video Super Video jacks for connecting equipment with S Video output capability REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 14 Typical full feature set up Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER TO THE TV OFF Press the Right Speaker red button and insert the positive lead wire into the hole below the button When the button is releas
39. unction will be in yellow Use the CURSOR 4 P to change function Your choice will be in red MTS MODE Multi Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO a stereo broadcast SAP second audio program which may be a secondary language weather report etc or MONO monaural sound used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast The sources received will be displayed below the channel number The source you select will be displayed to the left of the channel number See example below for each selection when both stereo and second audio are received monaural 1s always received CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL 37 STEREO SELECTED SAP SELECTED MONO SELECTED NEWS STEREO 31 NEWS SAP STISA LOUDNESS This function will improve the quality of both low and high frequency sounds when listening at low volume levels INT SPEAKERS This function is useful when first setting up the external speakers or if you prefer to use only speakers from a separate stereo system DO Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened with warm water Dry with a soft cloth A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty Place the TV and remote control 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 NO
40. unding 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 18 For added protection for this television set during a lightning storm or when it 1s left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna This will prevent damage due to lightning and power line surges OPERATION OF YOUR SET 19 This television set 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 television dealer or local power company For television sets designed to operate from battery power refer to the operating instructions 20 If the television set does not operate normally by following the operating instructions unplug this set television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in
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