Hitachi 31KX41K, 31DX22B CRT Television User Manual
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1. 31DX22B CLU 681GR Gd Il Detailed explanation of the circled numbers on the following pages HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T V POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off RECALL button When you want to check the channel being received or if it has a stereo ST or second audio SA program press the RECALL button You can also check the time and if the ON TIME or OFF TIME has been set These functions are explained in the MENU SET UP section beginning on page 17 Audio selected t CHANHEL _ Z CAPTION NEN STEREO 3i Pei Ghanti STE 1 Audio broadcast Remote contro Eyton Hi TA OM TIMER l OERE OFF TIMER TIME RECALL U Press bulten lf a video input is being used lta video input is used VDE aAA Video Imputi 5 When S Video ia selected Pb a 20 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T V You can also use the RECALL button to quickly clear many of the other on screen displays 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 SELECTOR buttons Enter two or three numbers to select channels Enter a 0 first for channels 1 to 9 Use the 100 button for channels 100 and high2. CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote transmitter connect the system as shown below Fig 1 Rear of Set Audio To Hi Fi Terminal TO AUDO IHPUT TERMINAL 1 OF EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER EXTERMAL i EXTEAM A SE AMPLIFIER SPEAREP SPEAREA FIG 1 38 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the Video Cassette Recorder Video Disc Player and Video Camera 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 its video and audio inputs and outputs The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions However you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components and features For 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 AVX button is pressed as shown below Connect External Video source to the INPUT terminal then press AVX button as necessary to view the input source INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER ANTENNA HPT FWIDEO 1 CONNECTING MONAURAL AUDIO VCR or VIDEO DISC PLAYER eZ Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the Video Disc Player to the INPUT VIDEO jack on the TV set Fig 1 Connect the cable from
3. OOK 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 qa Ae I E j ha h j me F 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 e a 1G L3 fe F 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 cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with 5 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 near a swimming pool etc e 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 to servicing
4. BRIGHT Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness SHARP Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture WHITE CONTROL COOL STD arrow Use this function to adjust the white balance hue of the picture to your own color preference When shipped from the factory this is set to cool If you prefer a reddish screen set to STD 32 _ SOUND FUNCTIONS SOUND FUNCTIONS Press MENU 3 ENTER to display the SOUND functions m i CUAD SOUND AGAR 7 ERD BET TRG Plij ts F Hike oR SOUND PROGRAM is for your preferred settings balance bass and treble SOUND PROGRAM is used to improve the sound quality e SOUND PROGRAM You can have two sets of settings PREFERENCE or use the factory PRESET settings Press MENU 3 ENTER 1 ENTER to select the SOUND PROGRAM TE ee ee jim ma E Press the CURSOR buttons to select and make adjustments SOUND PAOGRAM PREFERENCE PRESS ENTER TO SET BALANCE This function will control the left 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 controls the high frequency audio to all speakers e SOUND SETTING Use the sound settings to improve the sound performance of your TV depending on listening conditions Press MENU 3 ENTER 2 ENTER to display the SOUND SETTING SOU
5. Sisk Er PMS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET INSTALLATION ANTENNA Unless your TV set 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 the 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 TV set To prevent damaging the TV do not leave the set in a place where the temperature becomes too hot For example exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating device etc VIEWING This TV set may be viewed from any desired distance Most viewers prefer a distance of 9 BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET three to six feet or more depending on screen size for maximum eye comfort Gi Sa ang a pe 10 BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET ANTENNA CONNECTIONS These sets are equipped with one VHF UHF antenna terminal The VHF UHF terminal can be used for normal TV cable TV CATV a TV game etc 1 VHF 75 ohm antenna CATV When using a 75 ohm coaxial cable system disconnect the VHF adaptor from the VHF 75 ohm receptacle and connect the outdoor antenna or CATV cable to a VHF 75 ohm receptacle To
6. Remote control is designed to operate different types of VCR s also abbreviated VTR and different types of CATV converters cable boxes with one touch Basic operation buttons are grouped together in one area All other controls are separated from them and arranged in MULTI PAGE sections with a display that can be switched to cover any of the three pages Functions a re arranged and properly categorized into windows making operation simple even when multiple functions are to be controlled e To operate your TV point the Genius remote at the remote sensor of the TV e To operate your VCR point the remote at the remote sensor of the VCR e To operate your cable box point the remote at the remote sensor of the cable box CLU 681 Gd illustration MULTI PAGE SELECT SWITCH Slide the switch in the direction of the arrow to select the MULTI PAGE mode Button layout when TV is selected Button layout for VCR Power button turns the VCR on or off Button layout for MENU CATV Power button turns cable box on or off See page 15 TV EXCLUSIVE BUTTONS These will always control the TV even when the Multi Page select switch is in the VCR or MENU CATV position PRECODED BUTTONS These buttons will control a VCR or a cable box when the Multi Page select switch is in the VCR or MENU CATV position 19 HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T V HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T V 31KX41K CLU 692GR Gu III
7. 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 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 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 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 Never 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 en Pet
8. personnel 13 Choose a place where light artificial or sunlight does not shine directly on the screen 14 Avoid dusty places since accumulated dust inside the TV chassis may cause failure of the set when high humidity persists a h 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 e Never cover the slots or openings with cloth or other material IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS e Never place the set near or over a radiator or heat register PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET 16 1 If an outside antenna is connected to the television set be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code NFPA No 70 1975 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrode and requirements for the grounding electrode Click to see antenna grounding diagram 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
9. 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 is 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 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the television set to normal operation ZND 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 ei th IF THIS SET DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY 22 If you are unable to restore nor
10. the SHIFT button The sub picture moves one step counter clockwise every time the SHIFT button is pressed 30 PICTURE IN PICTURE FUNCTIONS 81KX41k oo CH FREEZE BUTTON lf 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 to motion press the button again SHIFT FREEZE BUTTON WITHOUT A SUB PICTURE 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 other picture in picture function EXCHNG button will not work with this FREEZE function 31 _ PICTURE FUNCTIONS PICTURE FUNCTIONS e PICTURE PROGRAM PICTURE PROGRAM is for your preferred settings contrast color etc You can have two settings PREFERENCE or use the factory PRESET seitings Press MENU 2 ENTER to select the PICTURE PROGRAM functions COMTHAST Minimin E 6 3 Tu ip PICTURE FRODARAN THT 1 PREFERENCE OH THe 2 PRESET SHARPNESS esseshisntss ae BTA To ST WHITE CONTROL GOJ Sn Press the CURSOR buttons to select and make adjustments CONTR Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture COLOR Use this function to adjust the level of color in the picture TINT Use this function to adjust flesh tones so that they appear natural
11. the AUDIO OUT of the VCR to the INPUT Vang AUDIO jack Fig 1 fa E Press the AVX button to view the program from the VCR or the Video Disc Player The video mode VIDEO disappears automatically after approx 8 seconds Press the AVX button to return to the previous channel 39 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES Video Casmatte Aecordls TY IMPUT TERMINAL oT ADEN FIG 1 CONNECTING STEREO VCR or STEREO VIDEO DISC PLAYER ZZ Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the Video Disc Player to the INPUT VIDEO jack on the TV set Fig 1 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the Video Disc mer to the INPUT AUDIO R jack Fig 1 ea oe E Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the Video Disc Player to pine INPUT AUDIO L jack Fig 1 Press the AVX button to view the program from the VCR or Video Disc Player The video mode VIDEO disappears automatically after approx 8 seconds Press the AVX button to return to the previous channel TV Input a 1 i Terminal s co a a a ae 7 i SME V TW INPUT WIDE art TEAMINAL ut om SUTRUT MFT Back of VCR iter ti r gf T F r ELEL l i Mi Ta Pd i baa Hitachi Model WT S7 5 14 NHD FIG 7 or similar model 40 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES 4 REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT TRA
12. 4 69 CATV Mid Band cccceeeeees A 5 A 1 A I Super Banderes J W Hyper Band ccccccceeceeeeeeeeeseees W 1 W 28 Jta NG reaa W 29 W 84 OVC O EEEE 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm e S Video LUI AIG OY enea ea 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm Chrominance C cccsccceeeeeeees 0 286Vp p 75 Ohm e Audio input impedance 47 kOhm Average input level c 0000 470mVrms Maximum input level 00 940mVrms Outputs e VOGO gece cece sees so as ae oe sens senntiiendiiane 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm e Audio fIXEC cceceececeeeeeeeeees 470mVrms 1 kOhm 31DX22B 31KX41K e Height in 26 3 8 44 7 8 e Width in 30 23 32 32 3 8 e Depth in 22 22 31 64 e Weight lbs 128 230 HITACHI SERVICE HOTLINE HITACHI SERVICE HOTLINE To locate an authorized HITACHI 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 Fac
13. MBER from the remote to highlight the functions desired 1 ADD CAPTION Z ATAL SETTING 3 CANNEL CAPTION e AIR CABLE Select this function to change between regular VHF UHF broadcasting AIR and cable CATV1 or CATV2 Press the CURSOR buitons to highlight the correct AIR CABLE mode and press MENU to exit ss RECEPTION BAND CATV Lor CATV 2 AIR indicated CATV CHANNEL on the soreean WHF 2 13 2 18 Mid band A 5 A 1 VHF 2 13ch UHF 14 69ch right Refer to your cable or TV guide for channel identification standards 24 SET UP FUNCTIONS lf certain CATV channels are poor or not possible in the CATV mode set the AIR CABLE select to CATV2 e AUTOPROGRAM 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 4 or DOWN buttons IMTUAL SETTING x 3 AUTOFPADORAN 1 xi J CHANNEL ii ABLE i AUT HOA ALUTOPADOR N PRESS H TO BEJN E M PONES If the MENU button is pressed while the autoprogramming function is engaged programming will stop See CHANNEL MEMORY to add or erase additional channels e CHANNEL MEMORY Use this function after AUTOPROGRAM to add or erase additional channels to the remote control CHANNEL buttons INE Add or erase additional channels while still in CHANNEL MEMORY using the CHANNEL amp buttons or n
14. ND SETTING 1 WTS WOCE TEREG LOUDNESS OFF 3 INT BREAMERS OF 4 SURRQUAD UFF PRESS ENTER TD SET Use the CURSOR Y to select a function Press ENTER to set a function or to turn It on or off e MTS MODE Multi Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO a stere broadcast SA second audio program which 33 _ SOUND FUNCTIONS may be a secondary language weather report et or MONO monaural sound used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast The sources received will be displayed below the channel number Tho 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 is always received STEREO selected SA selected MOHO selected e LOUDNESS This function will improve the quality of both low and high frequency sounds when listening at low volume levels e 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 e SURROUND OFF Use this for normal stereo mono broadcasts ON Listener is surrounded by many sound sources such as a sporting event etc 34 USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS e To operate your VCR point the Genius remote at the remote sensor of the VCR The Genius remote is designed to operate different
15. NSMITTER BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT Open the battery cover of the Remote transmitter by pushing the notched part of the cover with your finger a Push the batteries towards the spring and lift them out b Replace old batteries with two new AA size SUM 3 batteries or equivalent c Match the and marks in the battery compartment CAUTIONS 1 If your television set is to remain unused for a long period of time for instance when you go on a vacation unplug the television set from the wall outlet 2 Do not subject the Remote transmitter to shocks such as dropping it on the floor etc Precision parts may be damaged 3 Do not allow the Remote transmitter to become wet and avoid placing it in areas of high humidity Don t leave it on or near a heater Excess heat or moisture may cause the unit to cease operation 4 If the batteries become exhausted Remote control operation may become erratic or stop altogether Replace the old batteries with two fresh AA SUM 3 types NOTES 1 When the power button is set to OFF the OFF TIMER is released 2 The channel No indication volume indication and OFF TIMER indication are not displayed simultaneously 3 To operate your TV point the Remote transmitter at the remote sensor of the TV 42 ACCESSORIES PART NUMBERS ACCESSORIES PART NUMBERS For information regarding how to obtain these accessories please call TOLL FREE 1 800 448 2244 fro your nearest Hita
16. P or DOWN to scroll through the functions or use the number buttons to highlight a function The functions in purple can be selected by pressing ENTER To exit the on screen display press MENU or RECALL Z E GY ALM TOMA CTIE bi IAE i ay ya a VOLUME CORRECTION LOBED C NP TEH D wee CATION e CLOSED CAPTION EJ When CLOSED CAPTION is highlighted in purple press ENTER to see the following display CLOSED C APT ION i DELAY z MOCE CAP T PRE S34E55 ENTER 7 J SET n 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 oj DISPLAY ON OFF is to turn the Ed display on or off MODE 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 a program CHANNEL 1 is used for the primary language usually English CHANNEL 2 is sometimes used for a second language may vary by region 23 SET UP FUNCTIONS Use the CURSOR UP or DOWN to highlight the function to change press ENTER to change the function and press MENU to exit INITIAL SETTING select SET UP and INITIAL SETTINGS when setting your TV up for the first time Use the CURSOR UP DOWN or a NU
17. TABLE OF CONTENTS l 31KX41K 31DX22B HITACHI SOLID STATE COLOR TV 31KX41K 31DX22B OPERATING GUIDE Your new HITACHI Color 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 following instructions and IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS notice before turning on your TV set for the first time This television receiver will display television closed captioning EJ or C in accordance with paragraph 15 119 of the FCC rules TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television receiver H _ iow wi WD CY VY ra TRE CUAR ELATI iie Mei o lpyay FE AGGIE Seu 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 il m Y y et i WAN OE EE 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 accompany
18. WER BUTTON to turn the set ON To turn the set OFF push the POWER BUTTON again a VOLUME CONTROL VOLUME CONTROL Push the right side 4 UP of the VOLUME BUTTON to make the sound louder and the left side DOWN of the VOLUME BUTTON to make the sound softer Variation of the volume is displayed in the lower part of the screen by the color bar Fig wT Liha OVAL Gf feste tren Filta 1 FUNCTION SELECTION AVX BUTTON Every time the AVX BUTTON is pressed the set alternates between the TV mode and and AVX mode To watch the TV set to the TV mode At this time the channel number is displayed in the upper right of the screen To enjoy a VCR set to the VIDEO mode See page 12 i h CHANNEL SELECTION CHANNEL BUTTON Channel selection may be performed by pressing either the CHANNEL BUTTON UP 4 or DOWN F When pressing the right side 4 UP of the CHANNEL BUTTON the next higher channel is selected When pressing the left side DOWN of the CHANNEL BUTTON the next lower channel is selected The No of the channel to which the TVi is tuned is displayed in the upper right of the screen Fig 2 The channel No selected is displayed for approx 8 seconds after changing channels and disappears automatically When the set is turned ON the channel No is displayed on the screen for approx 15 seconds FRONT INPUT JACKS for VIDEO 2 15 HOW TO SELECT CHANNELS Use these audio video jack
19. all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the Television s front and rear jack panels F Type 75 Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals antenna or cable TV to the antenna jack on the television S Video Super Video Connector This connector is used on all camcorders VCR s and laser disc players with an S Video feature in place of the standard video cable to produce a high quality picture TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 13 LOCATION OF CONTROLS e 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 e If your device has only one audio output connect it to the left audio jack on the TV e Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook up cables LOCATION OF CONTROLS Details are described on the page shown by the number attached to the part name example Front view illustration Rear view illustration FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS e 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 Front panel connections illustration 14 HOW TO SELECT CHANNELS HOW TO SELECT CHANNELS STEP 1 TURNING THE SET ON POWER BUTTON Push the PO
20. box will begin changing after 5 seconds when the correct button is pressed When this happens the Genius Remote control is programmed for your cable box If the cable box channels do not change after 5 seconds try a different Genius Remote button 5 Release both buttons when the cable box begins to change channels The precoded cable box buttons will now control your cable box 36 USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS TABLE 1 VCR Precoded remote controls for Hitachi GJ Ill and GJ IlI Remote CLU 692GR and CLU 681GR VCR BRAND Press SELECT and this button Canon 6 Citizen 0 Curtis Mathes 2 6 Dimensia 2 GE 2 6 Goldstar 0 Hitachi 1 Instant Replay 6 JC Penny 1 6 9 JVC 0 Kenwood 0 Magnavox 4 6 Marantz 9 Marta 0 Memorex 6 MGA 7 Minolta 1 Mitsubishi 7 Montgomery Ward CHANNEL 4 amp NEC 9 Panasonic 6 Pentax Philco 4 6 Philips 4 6 Pioneer 1 ProScan 2 Quasar 6 RCA 1 2 Realistic 6 9 CHANNEL 4 sanyo 9 Scott 7 8 Sears 1 9 Sharp CHANNEL sony 5 VOLUME VOLUME Sylvania 4 6 Tashiko 0 Technics 6 Toshiba 1 8 Wards CHANNEL 4 Yamaha 9 Zenith 3 5 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS TABLE 2 Cable Box Precoded remote controls for Hitachi GJ Ill and GJ II Remote CLU 692GR and CLU 681GR CATV Brand Press SELECT and this button General Instrument 0 1 2 3 8 Hamlin 4 Jerrold 0 1 2 3 8 Pioneer 7 Regal 4 Scientific Atlantic 6 Viewstar 9 Zenith 5 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS
21. chi Authorized Parts Distributor in the continental United States For Alaska and Hawaii please contact the nearest Hitachi Regional Office Accessories chart illustration CAUTION The television stands Model SP313G SP314G and Model SP350G are designed for use only with Hitachi TV Model 31DX22B Use with other television equipment may result in instability causing possible injury NOTES 1 To operate your TV be sure to point the Genius Remote at the remote sensor on the television To operate other electronic equipment like a VCR point the remote at the remote sensor on the device 2 Refer to the instruction manual of the VCR for operation of the buttons exclusively for the VCR Caution on batteries e Even if the batteries seem dead do not remove them until you have replacement batteries ready to put in The codes stored in memory will be erased in a few minutes without power When replacing batteries prepare the new ones first 2 x AA size SUM 3 batteries or equivalent 43 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING RECEPTION PROBLEMS EXTERNAL TO THE TV t 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 Ms GHOSTS Ghosts lt are caused by the television signal following two paths One is the direct path and the other is reflected from
22. er Channel selection may also be performed by pressing channel up 4 or down Y 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 NEWS STEREO 31 ST SA xO sS awk AV VIDEO i i ee Nat WIDE CH VIDECH iS 21 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T V VOLUME MUTE buttons Press the VOLUME up 4 or down button until you obtain the desired sound level To turn the sound on and off instantly to answer the telephone etc press the MUTE button Press the MUTE button again or press the VOLUME up 4 amp button to restore the sound oO TT TALL UL NEN pumn enmen The word MUTE will remain displayed if the CLOSED CAPTION feature is turned off MLITE ey Ere MITE Se The word MUTE will not be displayed if the CLOSED CAPTION feature is on MUTE DEUO PE AAA ere Picture witheeut goumd LAST CHANNEL LST CH button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed Good for watching two sporting events etc STEREU 1 PES Pa STRA PICTURE IN PICTURE buttons Not Available on Model 31DX22B See separate section on page 25 for a description 22 SET UP FUNCTIONS SET UP FUNCTIONS Press MENU 1 and ENTER to display 3 of the SET UP Functions There are a total of 8 SET UP Functions Use the CURSOR U
23. ility 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 47
24. ing the appliance WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTURE NOTE e There are no user serviceable parts inside the receiver e Model number and serial number are indicated on back side of the set POWER SOURCE This Hitachi color TV is designed to operate on 120 volts 60Hz AC household current Insert the power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet NEVER CONNECT THE TV TO 50Hz DIRECT CURRENT OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE CAUTION POWER SUPPLY CORD TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN POLARIZED PLUG IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS HITACHI SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI 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 folder 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 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 1 This television set is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug
25. ion The asterisk represents a blank space When finished with your message press ENTER 27 SET UP FUNCTIONS _ a ee CURSOR ENTER re ENT ah MESS ACME 1 a La JH MESSAGE 1 MESSADE SAAIE ON l e MESSAE OM OM CALL ADL l ERT DAIL ial oO a i a nes EXTEA F Te WIE All TE TEAS Phi PRESS ENTER TO SET Press the CURSOR and ENTER buttons to set the functions shown in the same way as you set the OFF TIMER Press MENU to start FIVE beeps will be heard when the AUTOMATIC MESSAGE is displayed Examples Use this message function to remember to take daily vitamins or use the 1 SHOT to remember to call a friend 1e CHILD LOCK This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel Press MENU 1 ENTER 7 ENTER to display CHILD LOCK i CHILL LOCE CHILD LOCX EET E KEY AUBBER CHANGE The code to set or cancel CHILD LOCK is a three digit key number The factory preset key number is 000 EATER os LO LOCK A j i o H a W a a a Na a _ LIF EY HABER HELO LOCK EHTEA REY HUMEEF PRESS EXTER TO BET Ce Bess ENTE TO SET 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 lf you forget your key n
26. mal 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 ee un OMe wie 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 It 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 is continuous or frequent unplug the set and consult your dealer or service technician iy p TH l r FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET 25 Do not use attachments not recommended by the television set manufacturer as they may cause hazards W kh l UNN iC al i ORR ALE lg tuo pi AWN aeli EM oe i Hee ace uo WE CE ip PATI on Fal x 5 AONE AAMT it i I i i UW T a E A ARCO Era Hw 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 2 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
27. on will automatically turn the TV on or off WPA i SET LF 2 PICTURE T SOUND PRESS ENTER TO SET Press the CURSOR 4 F buttons for TIMER SET ON or OFF and MODE 1 SHOT one time only or MODE DAILY TV will turn on at the same time every day Press the number buttons to select the CHANNEL the TV will tune to when the TV 26 SET UP FUNCTIONS automatically turns on Press the CURSOR buttons to set the ON TIME Press ENTER after each selection Your choice will appear in blocked letters Press MENU to start Repeat the previous steps to select and set the OFF TIMER CURSOR ans C oe gt 4 oA E l ka A L b i OFF TIMER F ES a on Remember to press ENTER after making selections with the CURSOR buttons Press MENU to start e AUTOMATIC MESSAGE Use this function to set up two personal messages once a day or one time only Setting the AUTOMATIC MESSAGE is the same as setting CHANNEL CAPTION and ON TIMER Press MENU 1 ENTER 6 ENTER to get the AUTOMATIC MESSAGE display You can also use the CURSOR amp Y to scroll to AUTOMATIC MESSAGE and then select the function ra MESSAGE 1 BESSA START AT ESSE j AL OA T UESIA A EPIL Tl TERTTETILTI TET tii 1 MESSAGE 1 PRESS ENTEA TD SET enida 7 MESSAGE 7 PRESE LEHI TI EXIT PRESS ENTER TO SET Use the CURSOR amp Y to select a letter or other character Use the CURSOR 4 F to change posit
28. outdoor antenna or CATV cable WHEIWHE 5 t aa disconnect Ane A SF VHF Adapter Coaxial Cable lt n a ad 2 VHF 300 Ohm antenna UHF antenna When using a 300 Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna disconnect the VHF or UHF indoor antenna leads from screws of the VHF or UHF adapter and connect outdoor VHF or UHF antenna leads to these screws of a VHF or UHF adapter Toa outdoor VHF or UHF Antenna amp iconnect k VHF Adapter im 3 When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected Attach an optional ANT MIXER to the TV antenna terminal and connect the cables to the ANT MIXER To outdoor To UHI VHFIUHF antenna or Antenna Cd CATY system t h Antenna mixer 11 BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET 12 HOOK UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS HOOK UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS Most video audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors For best performance video cables should use 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio video products Below are illustrations and names of common connectors Before purchasing any cables be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components Also make sure how long the cables should be 300 Ohm Twin Lead Connector This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna adaptor 300 Ohm to 75 Ohm m ga Phono Connector Used on
29. over any of the three pages Functions a re arranged and properly categorized into windows making operation simple even when multiple functions are to be controlled e To operate your TV point the Genius remote at the remote sensor of the TV e To operate your VCR point the remote at the remote sensor of the VCR e To operate your cable box point the remote at the remote sensor of the cable box CLU 692GR illustration MULTI PAGE SELECT SWITCH Slide the switch in the direction of the arrow to select the MULTI PAGE mode Button layout when TV is selected Button layout for VCR Power button turns the VCR on or off Button layout for MENU CATV Power button turns cable box on or off See page 15 TV EXCLUSIVE BUTTONS These will always control the TV even when the Multi Page select switch is in the VCR or MENU CATV position PRECODED BUTTONS These buttons will control a VCR or a cable box when the Multi Page select switch is in the VCR or MENU CATV position LIGHT BUTTON When you are in a dark room press this button on to light up the CHANNEL keys VOLUME UP and DOWN keys The light will stay on for about 8 seconds if no button is pressed The buttons will not appear to light if the room is too bright 18 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL CLU 681GR without P in P 31DX22B THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL CLU 681GR without P in P 31DX22B In addition to controlling all the functions on your Hitachi Color TV the new Genius
30. s for a quick hook up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite show or new recording Press the AVX button until VIDEO 2 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen See pages 7 and 9 16 PICTURE CAUTIONS PICTURE CAUTIONS When using TV games computers and similar products with your TV keep the CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS functions at low settings If a fixed non moving pattern is left on the screen for long periods of time at a high CONTRAST or BRIGHTNESS setting the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen These types of imprints are not covered by your warranty because they are the result of misuse This color 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 17 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL CLU 692GR with P in P 31KX41K THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL CLU 692GR with P in P 31KX41K In addition to controlling all the functions on your Hitachi Color TV the new Genius Remote control is designed to operate different types of VCR s also abbreviated VTR and different types of CATV converters cable boxes with one touch Basic operation buttons are grouped together in one area All other controls are separated from them and arranged in MULTI PAGE sections with a display that can be switched to c
31. tall buildings hills or some other objects Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve reception Ghosting may also be caused by defects in the antenna system such as unshielded leads or connecting several sets to the same antenna without using multiple antenna couplers gt e SNOW If your receiver is located in the fringe area of a television station where the signal is weak your picture may be marred by the appearance of small dots When the signal is extremely weak it may be necessary to install a special antenna to improve the picture yy RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE The interference produces moving ripples or diagonal streaks and in some cases causes loss of contrast in the picture CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE 44 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting chart 45 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Features e Super Fine Picture Quality 650 Lines Horizontal Resolution e Genius Remote Controls many VCR brands and cable boxes e P in P Functions for 31KX41K e Full Function Menu On Screen Display e Full Set of Input Jacks including S Video e Closed Caption Decoder e VCR storage on 31KX41K Inputs POWGT NDUT cccecesceecocenterecenseeaccz caste AC 120V 60Hz e Power Consumption 000000 116W e Power Consumption maximum 155W e Antennal input impedance 75 Ohm e Channel COVEraGe scccccseeeeeeees 181 ch VAHE DANO ee 2513 WONT BIN eean EEEE 1
32. types of VCR s You must first program the Genius remote to match the remote system of your VCR Refer to Table 1 on page 32 1 Turn ON your VCR 2 Set the Multi page switch on the Genius remote to VCR 3 AIM the Genius remote at the front of your VCR 4 While holding down the SELECT button press the button that matches your VCR as shown on page 32 The channels on the VCR will begin changing after 5 seconds when the correct button is pressed When this happens the Genius Remote control is programmed for your VCR If the VCR channels do not change after 5 seconds try a different Genius Remote button 5 Release both buttons when the VCR begins to change channels The precoded VCR buttons will now control your VCR NS 2 3 4 35 USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS e To operate your cable box point the Genius remote at the remote sensor of the cable box The Genius remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes You must first program the Genius remote to match the remote system of your cable box Refer to Table 2 on page 32 1 Turn ON your cable box 2 Set the Multi page switch on the Genius remote to MENU CATV 3 AIM the Genius remote at the front of your cable box 4 While holding down the SELECT button press the button that matches your cable box as shown on page 32 The channels on the cable
33. umber use the factory code 777 to erase your key number This will reset the key number back to the factory preset 000 28 SET UP FUNCTIONS e VOLUME CORRECTION Use this function to reduce the volume level of up to four TV channels that sound loud compared to other TV channels Press MENU 1 ENTER 8 ENTER to display VOLUME CORRECTION E a p om mt p m m L 0 a 5A LEVEL OFF Tire Srk B EHTER Tri SET B ma Press the CURSOR 4 F to select volume level Press ENTER to set the volume level Press MENU to exit Use the channel A or number buttons while still in VOLUME CORRECTION to set additional channels 29 _PICTURE IN PICTURE FUNCTIONS 31KX41K PICTURE IN PICTURE FUNCTIONS 31KX41K P IN P BUTTON The Picture in Picture feature is convenient when you want to watch more than one program at the same time You can watch a TV program while viewing a VCR program TV or tape and vice versa with this feature Back ot TY P IN P BUTTON Press the P in P button and a sub picture appears in one corner of the screen To remove the sub picture from the screen een piss the button a second time O v __ MAIN PICTURE NORMAL Ta YEWNG JB PICTURE EXCHNG BUTTON lf you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the sub picture press the EXCHNG button MEWS STERED al WOE iret EXCHANG SHIFT BUTTON To move the sub picture to another corner press
34. umber buttons and then add or erase using the CURSOR 4 P buttons e CLOCK SET Use the same remote control buttons as shown in previous examples to display the clock setting press MENU 1 ENTER 2 ENTER 4 ENTER i AADA lt CLOCK SET l OLOO BET aa Fi TE m PRESS ENTER TO SET MESS WENU TO STAAT _ Once the proper time is set including AM or PM press MENU to start e CHANNEL CAPTION Use this feature to give channel names to up to 24 channels for the antenna source ABC PAY1 CMDY etc 25 SET UP FUNCTIONS To display this function press MENU 1 ENTER 3 ENTER CURSOR j i a _OMANNEL CAPTION y 4 p a CHANEL CAPTION HE AML F Pari WARDI PRESS BEA T END PRESE WERU TO EHO l mi Press the CURSOR YF to select letters Press the CURSOR 4 F to change position 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 e 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 Press MENU 1 ENTER 4 ENTER to view CH MAME BOCAN EK 5 ie pas Ei ma BHOR OH JA H EBL FW Pi mgY IH Press the CURSOR to view more channels Press MENU to exit TIMER SET This functi
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