Hitachi 27CX0B CRT Television User Manual
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1. J W Hyper Band W 1 W 28 DIES BANG dciustbeste reu dre Er ERA W 29 W 84 io 0 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm e S Video LUMINANCE Y ssss 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm Chrominance C 0 286Vp p 75 Ohm e Audio input impedance 47 kOhm Average input level 470mVrms Maximum input level 940mVrms Outputs dh io E 1 0Vp p 75 Ohm e Audio fixed ssse 470mVrms 1 kOhm Dimensions 2 CXOB Height in 22 7 8 Width in 27 1 16 Depth in 20 3 16 e Weight Ibs 88 0 36 SPECIFICATIONS 37 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 Facility2. Never remove the back cover of the TV set as this can expose you to a very high voltage and other hazards e f the TV set does not operate properly unplug the set and call your dealer or service shop IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WARNING POWER SOURCE This TV set operates only on AC 120 volts 60 Hz To prevent fire or shock hazard connect this TV set to 120V AC 60Hz house current ONLY Never connect the TV to 50 Hz or DIRECT CURRENT POWER SOURCES This TV set is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the receptacle only one way If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the receptacle try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact a local electrician To prevent shock hazard do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure If the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed unplug the TV set from the receptacle and refer servicing to qualified service personnel To prevent fire or shock hazard do not overload receptacle and extension cords m POLARIZED PLUG 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
3. Press the CURSOR 4 to view more channels Press MENU to exit e TIMER SET This function will automatically turn the TV on or off Ws MPHL i BET LF 2 PICTURE J SOUND PRESS ENTER TD SET Press 1 ENTER to select the ON TIMER 20 SET UP FUNCTIONS UN Mm pais TIMER SE OFF 1 W lt MACC mer Ciz SP UNE LA A TI ON TIE PRESS ENTE p BET Press the CURSOR 4 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 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 Hemember to press ENTER after making selections with the CURSOR buttons Press MENU to start 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 4A V to scroll to AUTOMATIC MESSAGE and then select the function MESSAGE t T m te 1 ITEM TO SET bud Tt 3 3 PRESS MEN TO EXIT PRESS ENTER TO SET Use the CURSOR A V to select a letter or ot
4. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS HITACHI SOLID STATE COLOR TV 27CX0B 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 Ed Or o in accordance with paragraph 15 119 of the FCC rules TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Follow all warnings and instructions marked on TV set A A 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 mhe lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the TV set enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons s exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the TV set WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TV SET TO RAIN OR MOISTURE There are no user serviceable parts inside the TV set
5. MENU CAT V Power button turns cable box on or off See pages 11 and 25 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 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T V Remote control illustration 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 13 Audio selected T CHANNEL nip CAPTION MENS STEREO B jamm Channel rh j 7 Audin broadcast Remote contro button ON TOO AM ON TIMER l UE T c OFF TIMER TIME RECALL E 7 kl Press button 14 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T V If video input is usec VEO a Video Input A 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
6. OFF 3 INT BPEAKEHS OFF 4 SURRQUAD UFF PRESS ENTER TD SET Use the CURSOR 4A V 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 25 SOUND FUNCTIONS 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 is always received STEREO selected S selected MONG 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 SOUND STEREO Surround sound allows the viewer to enjoy sound which provides a feeling of presence from stereo broadcasts and VCR tapes recorded with stereo sound Your VCR player must be a Hi Fi or stereo unit See page 27 for stereo VCR connection Set must be outputting stereo See MTS mode stereo above 26 USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTRO
7. a new three digit key number you prefer 22 SET UP FUNCTIONS If you forget your key number use the factory code 777 to erase your key number This will reset the key number back to the factory preset 000 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 or aa SHOW Bri om n T in m Le OFE Ta EH LEVEL ni WE REPE ER ENTER Tr SET rms E Press the CURSOR 4 P to select volume level Press ENTER to set the volume level Press MENU to exit 23 PICTURE FUNCTIONS PICTURE FUNCTIONS PICTURE PADGAAM PREFERENCE 2 PRESET PRESS ENTEA TC Gi PICTURE PROGRAM is for your preferred settings contrast color etc Press MENU 2 ENTER to display the PICTURE PROGRAM functions e PICTURE PROGRAM You can have two settings PREFERENCE or use the factory PRESET settings Press MENU 2 ENTER to select the PICTURE PROGRAM ENTER COMNTRHAET HERI ERE Press MENU 2 ENTER 2 ENTER to select PRESET 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 BRIGHT Use this function to adjust overall
8. 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 Introduced in the 94 95 product line Only mention as a current model Warranty 1 year Labor year Part 2 years CRT 27CXOB 600 Lines of Resolution Matrix Surround Sound Slim Genius Remote Optional Stand SP292B Y ou 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 38
9. first time Use the CURSOR UP DOWN or a NUMBER from the remote to highlight the functions desired 1 CLOBED CAPTION gONTALSETTINS 3 CHAMMEI CAPTEN AIR CABLE Select this function to change between regular VHF UHF broadcasting AIR and cable CATV1 or CATV2 Press the CURSOR buttons to highlight the correct AIR CABLE mode and press MENU to exit RECEPTION BAND CATV 1 or CATV 2 AIR indicated CATV CHANNEL an the screen VHF 2 13 2 13 Mid band 1 A 5 A 1 VHF 2 13ch UHF 14 amp Sch right Hefer to your cable or TV guide for channel identification standards 18 SET UP FUNCTIONS If certain CATV channels are poor or not possible in the CATV mode set the AIR CABLE select to CAT V2 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 V buttons INITIAL SETTING x 3 ALITOPFIOGR AM j J CHANNEL 12 ABLE i amp AUT HOA ALTTOPSIDRCIELAUU HERES P TO BEGIN 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 4 buttons INE Add or erase additi
10. leads or connecting several sets to the same antenna without using multiple antenna couplers 34 TROUBLESHOOTING ALS 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 Mee 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 Troubleshooting chart 35 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Features e Super Fine Quality 600 Lines Horizontal Resolution e Genius Remote Controls many VCR brands and cable boxes e Full Function Menu On Screen Display e Closed Caption Decoder e Comb Filter Wide Band Video Amp and White Control MTS Multi Channel Television Sound Stereo Broadcast Reception e Surround Sound Screen Size 27V 27 inches measured diagonally Inputs e Power input eeeseeeeeeeese AC 120V 60Hz e Power Consumption 109W e Power Consumption maximum 145W e Antennal input impedance 75 Ohm e Channel coverage 181 ch VAF DAN cade eei ee eee 2713 URF ANG entaosncotagetapesancsanemasesoeaest 14 69 CATV Mid Band A 5 A 1 A I Super Band
11. set from the wall outlet and refer to 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 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS etc 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 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 system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact wit
12. L VCR FUNCTIONS To operate your VCR point the Genius remote at the remote sensor of the VCR The Genius remote is designed to operate different 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 26 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 26 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 27 USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS 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 26 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 fron
13. NAL CONNECTIONS 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 AUDIO IMFUT TERMINAL f FE OF EXTERMAL AMPLIFIER MT T ER E OE Y EX ERMAL EXTERNA bonn AMPLIFIER SPEAKER SPEAKER FIG 1 30 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 INPUT VIDEO L ao aua CONNECTING MONAURAL AUDIO VCR or VIDEO DISC PLAYER Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the Video Disc Player to the INPUT
14. VIDEO jack on the TV set Fig 1 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR to the INPUT MONO L AUDIO jack Fig 1 STEP 3 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 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES Video Caseatta Hacard TV INELIT TERMINAL mmu DED a FIG 1 STEPS bute CONNECTING STEREO VCR or STEREO VIDEO DISC PLAYER 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 Player to the INPUT AUDIO R jack Fig 1 Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the Video Disc Player to the 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 BP Press the AVX button to return to the previous channel VCR Stereo Video Disc Player Stereo STEP3 TW INPUT WIDE T TEAMINAL eu OLONO pu a T m E FIG 1 32 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 Hitachi Authorized Parts Distributor
15. 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 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL CLU 681GR 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 cover any of the three pages Functions are arranged and properly categorized into windows making operation simple even when multiple functions are to be controlled To operate your TV point the Genius remote at the remote sensor of the TV To operate your VCR point the remote at the remote sensor of the VCR To operate your cable box point the remote at the remote sensor of the cable box Remote control illustration MULTI PAGE SELECT SWITCH Slide the switch in the direction of the arrow to select the MULTI PAGE mode 13 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T V Button layout when TV is selected Button layout for VCR Power button turns the VCR on or off Button layout for
16. ed 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 his 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 sc i 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 Ll b 3 Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock 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 9 5 7 If the television set has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged unplug this television set from the wall outlet and
17. h them might be fatal 18 For added protection for this television set during a lightning storm or when it is left 7 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 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 zm 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 Ce 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 IF THIS SET DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY PET 22 lf you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in your operating instructions do not attempt any further adjustmen
18. her character Use the CURSOR 4 to change position 21 SET UP FUNCTIONS The asterisk represents a blank space When finished with your message press ENTER mj guy CALL HOY CURSOR CALL GNDY ENTER MESANE 1 gt b MESSALE ME SSA I MESAFE CES CI i d IECERI OM OE MODE 1GHOT DAILY F 18 LT WOUE T QAI AM TME TET PM PRESS ENTER To SET 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 el 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 m gy 05 m EY 05 CHILE Lock LD LOCH ENTER KEY LUMBER LD LOC BET UL MEER CHANJE PRESS ENTER TO SET The code to set or cancel CHILD LOCK is a three digit key number The factory preset key number is 000 PLEY CHILD LOCK ENTERA WEY HLIMBER HD EMTEH REY PRESS ENTER TO BET nass ENTIA 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
19. 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 O first for channels 1 to 9 Use the 100 button for channels 100 and higher Channel selection may also be performed by pressing channel up amp or down V 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 SERED 31 5 VOLUME MUTE buttons Press the VOLUME up 4 or down V button until you obtain the desired sound 15 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T V 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 button to restore the sound heuer mH uc LINE ITTTTTTSTTTTTT TITLE pote Don The word MUTE will remain displayed if the CLOSED CAPTION feature is turned off MUTE ETETETT MUTE MLITE WEHEHEHSHSEHE En nnam an ness Picture without soared LAST CHANNEL LST CH button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed Good for watching two sporting events etc HERS STEREU EN PES zn sizi LST CH I I 16 SET UP FUNCTIONS SET UP FUNCTIONS Press MENU 1 and ENTER to display 3 of the SET UP Functi
20. in the continental United States For Alaska and Hawaii please contact the nearest Hitachi Regional Office PART NAME PART NO ILLUSTRATION GJ II Genius Jr Il CLU BSIGKR 25737556 43 Ll CLU BIGR TELEVISION STAND SPOZA Alack Color Noi imcluded order separately H4 10254 Black EE TELEVISION STAND ard IU Grey Color Not included order separatelyl H4 10252 Grey TRANSMITTER 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 d Replace the cover 33 TROUBLESHOOTING RECEPTION PROBLEMS EXTERNAL TO THE TV TROUBLESHOOTING 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 Oa 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
21. 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 three to six feet or more depending on screen size for maximum eye comfort 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 registration 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 equipp
22. lor bar Fig 1 li viri Mim OVA Petre teens i 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 oee page 11 CHANNEL SELECTION CHANNEL BUTTON Channel selection may be performed by pressing either the CHANNEL BUTTON UP 4 or DOWN V When pressing the right side 4 UP of the CHANNEL BUTTON the next higher channel is selected When pressing the left side V DOWN of the CHANNEL BUTTON the next lower channel is selected The No of the channel to 12 PICTURE CAUTIONS which the TV is tuned is displayed in the upper right of the screen Fig 2 Channel mumie indication 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 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
23. onal channels while still in CHANNEL MEMORY using the CHANNEL 4 buttons or number buttons and then add or erase using the CURSOR 4 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 CURATOR lt CLOCK SET l ULDOK BET PIT TE oy PRESS ENTER TO SET PRESE WENU TD STAAT ji Once the proper time is set including AM or PM press MENU to start CHANNEL CAPTION Use this feature to give channel names to up to 24 channels for the antenna source ABC PAY1 CMDY etc 19 SET UP FUNCTIONS To display this function press MENU 1 ENTER 3 ENTER CURGDR OMARREL CAPTION 4 o CHANMEL CAPTION sus HIAMEELI P 1 iAHCEL PRESS MENU TO END ETS MEM TO ENO L Press the CURSOR V to select letters Press the CURSOR 4 to change position Press CHANNEL 4 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 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 SCENM LOUER a T a CH5 LEM ns SHO OH ON M MEC un on PLE Y ON
24. ons There are a total of 8 SET UP Functions Use the CURSOR UP 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 E B i AJI TOMA IAE i ERE y B VOLUME CORRECTION LOBED c LAP TION Lj 3 vient CATION e CLOSED CAPTION When CLOSED CAPTION is highlighted in purple press ENTER to see the following display M APTION i ten WE CAPTION T HAMME PAESE ENTER w SET 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 d program CHANNEL 1 is used for the primary language usually English CHANNEL 2 is sometimes used for a second language may vary by region 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
25. picture brightness SHARP Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture WHITE CONTROL COOL STD 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 24 SOUND FUNCTIONS SOUND FUNCTIONS Press MENU 3 ENTER to display the SOUND functions m i CUAD SOUND AGAR 2 BDLMU ETING i j um E Hike oR SOUND PROGRAM is for your preferred settings balance bass and treble SOUND PROGRAM is used to improve the sound quality 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 ITSTETTETIE pon nag 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 SOUND SETTING 1 MTS MODE STEREZ LOUDHESS
26. refer servicing to qualified service personnel 8 If liquid has been spilled into this television set unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel qa E I E cum c h 4 iid 9 Do not subject your television set to impact of any kind Be particularly careful not to damage the picture tube surface Y ps dea wae ye 1 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 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 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 Never expose the set to rain or water If the set has been exposed to rain or water unplug the
27. t 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 DEN Pec m M 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 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 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 BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET ANTENNA CONNECTIONS These sets are equipped with one 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 ou
28. t of your cable box 4 While holding down the SELECT button press the button that matches your cable box as shown on page 26 The channels on the cable 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 28 Canon Citizen Curtis Mathes Dimensia GE Goldstar Hitachi Instant Replay JC Penny JVC Kenwood Magnavox Marantz Marta Memorex MGA Minolta Mitsubishi Montgomery Ward NEC Panasonic Pentax Philco Philips Pioneer ProScan Quasar RCA Realistic sanyo Scott Sears sharp sony Sylvania Tashiko Technics Toshiba Wards Yamaha Zenith USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS TABLE 1 VCR Precoded remote controls VCR BRAND Press SELECT and this button NOO QO 1 N CHANNEL 4 9 6 4 6 4 6 1 2 6 1 2 6 9 CHANNEL A 9 7 8 1 9 CHANNEL 4 5 VOLUME 4 VOLUME 4 6 0 6 1 8 CHANNEL A 9 3 5 20 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS TABLE 2 Cable Box Precoded remote controls 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 EXTER
29. tdoor antenna or CATV cable to a VHF 75 ohm receptacle To outdoor antenna or CATV cable VHF UHF amp disconnect 75 Ohm l wi VHF Adapter Coaxial Cable _ a ir aie 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 t To outdoor VHF or UHF Antenna amp connect ua VHF Adapter d 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 Tc outdoor ToukF VHFIUHF antena or Antenna bd CATV system t amp Jj i C A Antenna miser BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET 11 LOCATION OF CONTROLS 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 HOW TO SELECT CHANNELS STEP 1 TURNING THE SET ON POWER BUTTON Push the POWER BUTTON to turn the set ON To turn the set OFF push the POWER BUTTON again E VOLUME CONTROL VOLUME CONTROL Push the right side A UP of the VOLUME BUTTON to make the sound louder and the left side V 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 co
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