Hitachi 50VX915 manual

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    LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Operating Guide for 50VX915, 60VX915, 70VX915 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................ 2-3 FIRST TIME USE .................................................................................................................. 4-26 THE REMOTE CONTROL ...[...]

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    IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HIT ACHI LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality , performance, and ease of service of HIT ACHI televisions. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. T o help you operate these products properly , this section illu[...]

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    IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250 PART H) NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUND CLAMP Read before operating equipment Follow all warnings and in[...]

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    ACCESSORIES 4 FIRST TIME USE 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-3841WL (Part No. HL02061) or CLU-3843WL (Part No. HL02063). 2. T wo “AA” size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). REMOTE CONTROL BA TTER Y INST ALLA TION AND REPLACEMENT 1. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers and pu[...]

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    HOW T O SET UP YOUR NEW HIT ACHI LCD REAR PTV 5 FIRST TIME USE ANTENNA Unless your LCD Rear PTV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor TV antenna is recommended for best performance. However , if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and multiple image ghost[...]

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    HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS 6 FIRST TIME USE 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 n[...]

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    HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS 7 FIRST TIME USE ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK P ANEL VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CA TV (Cable TV) When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect CA TV coaxial cable to the ANT A (75-Ohm) terminal. If you have an antenna, connect the coaxial cable to the ANT B terminal. VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna When using a 300[...]

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    8 FIRST TIME USE SIDE P ANEL CONTROLS INPUT/EXIT VOL- VOL+ CH- CH+ E F G H f b d e g g i j k MENU/SELECT POWER S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO L/MONO R INPUT 5 PHOTO INPUT c h a a MENU/SELECT button This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote. This button also serves as the SELECT [...]

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    9 SIDE P ANEL CONTROLS i POWER light This light is on during normal operation. Light Blinking Slowly (2 seconds): television lamp is cooling down. It takes 12-15 seconds to warm up and about 2 minutes to cool down. j TEMP indicator This light is off during normal operation. If this indicator is lit, the optic unit is too hot. If this indicator is b[...]

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    10 FIRST TIME USE SIDE P ANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS The side panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in the following examples: NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the played back picture may be abnormal. 2. If you have a S-[...]

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    11 FIRST TIME USE REAR P ANEL JACKS a Antenna Input ANT A - A 75-Ohm RF antenna or CA TV (Cable TV) input. ANT A can be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B - A 75-Ohm RF antenna input. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture. b Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4 By using the INPUTS butto[...]

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    12 FIRST TIME USE REAR P ANEL JACKS f HDMI1 (High Definition Multimedia Interface) (INPUT 1) About HDMI HDMI is the next-generation all digital interface for consumer electronics. HDMI enables the secure distribution of uncompressed high-definition video and multi-channel audio in a single cable. Because digital television (DTV) signals remain in d[...]

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    13 FIRST TIME USE REAR P ANEL JACKS After the CableCARD is installed, wait until the second screen below appears. The third screen below will appear if a channel is not authorized for viewing. Press the EXIT button to exit the second screen. Please take note of all information on the screen (you will provide this information to your cable operator)[...]

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    14 FIRST TIME USE REAR P ANEL CONNECTIONS NOTES: 1. Connect only 1 component to each input jack. 2. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. 3. Inputs 1 and 2 can accomodate Composite and Component video signals. 4. Cables are not included with the purchase of this TV , except when noted as “provided”. Apparatus Cl[...]

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    15 FIRST TIME USE TIPS ON REAR P ANEL CONNECTIONS • S-VIDEO, HDMI, IEEE1394 and component connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. • If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), con[...]

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    16 FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES CENTER OUT ANT B Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; and 6,381,747 licensed for limited viewing uses only. 12345 9 8 7 6 RS232C Upgrade Card CableCARD (Top of card faces right) OPTICAL OUT Digital Audio IR BLASTER IEEE1394 HDMI 2 ANT A S-VIDEO R L VIDEO[...]

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    17 FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT1~INPUT5 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below . 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack. 3. [...]

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    18 FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A STEREO SOURCE T O INPUT1~INPUT5 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below . 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3. Connect the[...]

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    19 FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO SOURCE TO INPUT 3, 4 AND 5 1. Connect the cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below . 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3. Con[...]

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    20 FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH HDMI or DVI CAP ABILITY T O INPUT 1 1. Connect the HDMI or DVI to HDMI connection cable from the output of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the HDMI input as shown on the TV set below . When using a component with DVI output, you also have to connect the AUD[...]

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    21 FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE T O INPUT 1 OR 2: Y -P B P R . 1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on the TV set below . 2. Connect the cable from the C B /P B OUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top b[...]

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    CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES 22 FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH DIGIT AL INTERF ACE CAP ABILITY TO IEEE1394 TERMINALS 1. Connect the IEEE1394 cable from the output of the component with IEEE1394 capability , such as a Set-T op-Box or Digital VCR, to the IEEE1394 input terminals shown on the Rear Panel below . IEEE 1394 allows[...]

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    Y our Hitachi LCD Rear PTV is equipped with an A V Network feature. This feature helps to control your external Audio/Video equip- ment (VCR, Set T op Box, DVD, etc.). Once this is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to control your equipment using your Hitachi LCD PTV Remote Control. Y ou can use your Hitachi remote control to control the Aud[...]

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    A V NETWORK SETUP WIZARD 24 FIRST TIME USE 5. Follow the steps below to setup your A V network (See page 25-26 for A V Network Codes). SETUP PROCEDURE (DVD setup example below). 6. See Remote Control A V NET button usage on pages 31 and 32. VCR DVD2 DVD POWER Move SEL Select MENU VCR2 AV Receiver HOME Set Top Box Cable Box PV Recorder Move SEL Sele[...]

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    25 FIRST TIME USE AUDIO/VIDEO CODES FOR A V NETWORK (not for remote control) VCR BRAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CODE Admiral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0048, 0209 Adventura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0000 Aiko . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0278 Aiwa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0000, 0037 Akai . . . .[...]

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    AUDIO/VIDEO CODES FOR A V NETWORK (not for remote control) 26 FIRST TIME USE Anam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1074, 1609 Apex Digital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1257 Arcam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 120 Audiotronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 189 Audiovox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1390 B[...]

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    27 THE REMOTE CONTROL THE REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HIT ACHI Projection TV , the new remote control is designed to operate dif ferent types of VCRs, CA TV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver , DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped to[...]

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    28 THE REMOTE CONTROL HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV a POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or of f when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 27 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) b MODE Indicator T urns on or blinks to show remote control mode. c SOURCE ACCESS ( F , E ) buttons Press [...]

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    29 THE REMOTE CONTROL HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV f ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depending on the input signal format received, the picture format ratio allows you to adjust the images through the following options. 4:3 ST ANDARD Use this aspect mode to display convention[...]

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    30 THE REMOTE CONTROL HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV g DA Y/NIGHT button Press this button to toggle between Day and Night picture mode settings. Select Day for day time viewing with more brightness and contrast to compete with room light. Select Night for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more detailed[...]

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    HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV 31 THE REMOTE CONTROL m A V NET button Press this button to access the Audio/Video network (A V Net) menu. The A V Net allows the user to control external components with the LCD PTV remote control. When you press the A V NET button, the following window will pop up within the Display Monitor scre[...]

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    HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV 32 THE REMOTE CONTROL A V NET LEARNING WIZARD This function of the A V NET makes it more expandable because it allows the user to use equipment that is not supported by the pre-code library , listed on page 25-26. For example, after programming your equipment to the A V NET and the soft keys do no[...]

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    33 THE REMOTE CONTROL HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV n INPUTS button When the remote control is in TV mode, press this button to access the INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR P AD and SELECT button to select the inputs that are being used. Pressing the INPUTS button repeatedly will also cycle through the Inputs menu items. Then press [...]

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    34 THE REMOTE CONTROL HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV PHOTO INPUT This feature is useful for viewing digital still pictures from your digital camera using the Photo Input in the side panel of the TV . No. 7/10 03/04/03 1632x1232 Vacation Picture No. Date Resolution File Name Jump Slideshow Rotate Please Enter Picture Number - - [...]

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    35 THE REMOTE CONTROL HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV Jump Slideshow Rotate Slideshow Jump Slideshow Rotate 5 sec Start Interval 5 seconds 5 seconds.. etc. SLIDESHOW Select this menu item to start a slideshow of the Photos in your digital camera. T ime interval selections can be set from 5, 10 and 30 seconds. Use CURSOR P AD G ,[...]

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    HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV 36 THE REMOTE CONTROL NOTES: 1. The digital device will be automatically recognized if properly connected. 2. Four (4) IEEE1394 devices can be listed on the menu, but only 1 device at a time can be used. If a fifth device is connected, it will replace the first device on the menu list. 3. This TV?[...]

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    37 THE REMOTE CONTROL HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV o INFO button Press this button when you want to check the channel being received, the picture source, if the channel has stereo (ST) or second audio program (SAP), the time, CHANNEL ID and if the TIMER is set. 3:32PM Ant A 122-1 KPBS-DT Engl TV-Y 720p Format TV Time No Info [...]

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    38 THE REMOTE CONTROL HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV p VOLUME (VOL) WHEEL, MUTE button Use the VOL WHEEL ( G or H ) until you obtain the desired sound level. T o reduce the sound to one half of normal volume (SOFT MUTE) to answer the telephone, etc., press the VOL wheel down. Press the VOL wheel again to turn the sound off comp[...]

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    39 THE REMOTE CONTROL PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) Use above connection to view VCR program as a sub-picture while viewing another program as main picture (ANT A, ANT B, INPUT :2, INPUT :3, INPUT :4, or INPUT :5). Y ou may also view the VCR program as a main picture while viewing another program as a sub-picture (ANT A, INPUT :2, INPUT :3, INPUT :4 or [...]

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    40 THE REMOTE CONTROL PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub-picture evenly on the screen. Main Picture Sub Picture SURF MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Surf Mode PIP automatically scans all active channels (those set in memory) and displays them as PIP sub-pictures or Thumbnail channels. Pre[...]

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    41 THE REMOTE CONTROL PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) b P AUSE button If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the P AUSE button. This is convenient when trying to write down the address for a mail order company , recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. T o return the picture to motion, press the EXIT button. Pre ss the P AUSE button repeatedl[...]

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    42 THE REMOTE CONTROL USING THE REMOTE T O CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your cable box. This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system of your cable box (refer to pages 48-49 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your cable box. 2. Aim the remo[...]

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    43 THE REMOTE CONTROL USING THE REMOTE T O CONTROL SET -T OP-BOX/SA TELLITE RECEIVER FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your set-top-box/satellite receiver . This remote is designed to operate different types of set-top-box/satellite systems. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system of your set-top-box/satellite syst[...]

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    44 THE REMOTE CONTROL USING THE REMOTE T O CONTROL DVD FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your DVD player . This remote is designed to operate different types of DVD players. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system of your DVD player (refer to pages 48-49 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your DVD player . 2. Aim the remot[...]

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    45 THE REMOTE CONTROL USING YOUR REMOTE T O CONTROL VCR/PVR FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your VCR/PVR (Personal Video Recorder). This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs/PVRs. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system of your VCR/PVR (refer to pages 48-49 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your VCR/PVR[...]

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    46 THE REMOTE CONTROL USING YOUR REMOTE T O CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT a b a b a a a A/V NET GUIDE MY AUDIO EQUIPMENT CODE IS: NOTES: 1. The REC (Record) button only applies to some precoded amplifier/receiver codes. 2. Refer to instruction manual of the Audio equipment for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Audio equipment. CD AM[...]

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    47 THE REMOTE CONTROL USING YOUR REMOTE “ENT” BUTTON T O ACCESS THE SPECIFIED INPUT OF THE TV INPUT ACCESS This optional feature allows the user of the remote control to setup it’s ENTER (ENT) button to access the specified input of the TV . Setup for this feature is applicable to the remote control’s normal mode only and only applies to th[...]

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    48 THE REMOTE CONTROL PVR/VCR, CABLE, SA TELLITE, DVD AND AUDIO CODES FOR REMOTE CONTROL VCR BRAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CODE ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1972 Admiral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0048, 0209 Adventura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0000 Aiko . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0[...]

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    49 THE REMOTE CONTROL PVR/VCR, CABLE, SA TELLITE, DVD AND AUDIO CODES FOR REMOTE CONTROL NSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0063 Novaplex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0618 Oak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0019 Optimus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0021 Pace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    50 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y (OSD) Locks Chan. Manager Aspect Audio Video Move SEL Sel. Timers Setup 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the dif ferent features on your HIT ACHI LCD TV . 2. Press the CURSOR P AD to highlight a dif ferent feature. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. This part of th[...]

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    51 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y (OSD) Picture Mode Select between the two picture modes; Day and Night. Contrast Adjust contrast. Brightness Adjust brightness. Color Adjust color . T int Adjust tint. Sharpness Adjust sharpness. Color T emperature Set this to High for less intense color with more blue, set to Medium for natural color , set [...]

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    52 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y (OSD) Set the Antenna Set Antenna settings. Auto Channel Scan Set Auto Channel Scan. Signal Meter Access Signal Meter . Channel List Set Channel List. Change Access Code Change Lock access code. Engage Lock Choose to lock channel, video input, and/or front panel. TV T ime Lock Set specific time to Lock TV . [...]

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    VIDEO 53 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Color Brightness Contrast Picture Mode Video Move SEL Return Color Temperature Sharpness Tint Contrast Mode Black Enhancement 100% 50% 50% 50% High SEL Select Day Night Reset Video Settings ANT A/B High Dynamic Picture Mode Day Night Return Next/Prev Locks Chan. Manager Aspect Audio Video Move SEL Sel. Timers Setup Selec[...]

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    VIDEO 54 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture. Use the CURSOR P AD G or H to highlight the function to be adjusted. Press the CURSOR P AD F or E to adjust the function. Press the SELECT button to select the function settings. Press MENU to return to main menu or select PICTURE MOD[...]

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    VIDEO 55 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y This function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and return it to the Day VIDEO mode. Use CURSOR P AD to highlight functions. Press the SELECT button to select Reset V ideo Settings. Use the CURSOR P AD H to access other video settings. Y ou can customize each of the Video Inputs to your pre[...]

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    VIDEO 56 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Use this function to adjust and balance the percentage of Red, Green and Blue according to the user ’ s preference in each of the four color temperature settings. Use TINT to adjust flesh tones so they appear natural. Color Decoding Color Decoding Video Move SEL Return Red 50% Green 50% Color 50% Tint Noise Reduction A[...]

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    AUDIO 57 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality . Audio SRS Balance Bass Treble Audio Move SEL Return Audio Source BBE Perfect Volume Internal Speakers 50% Off Stereo On Off 50% LR Hard Change Value Auto Noise Cancel Off Loudness Off Locks Chan. Manager Aspect Audio Video Move SEL Sel. T[...]

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    AUDIO 58 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Multi-Channel T elevision Sound will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural sound) used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast or 2nd Audio Prog (SAP) which may be a secondary language, weather report, etc. The sources received will be displayed at the top right edge of the TV . The source you se[...]

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    59 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y AUDIO Use the functions below if your TV is connected to an amplifier/receiver with optical digital input with Dolby Digital or PCM decoder capabilities. Sound Enhancement Balance Bass Treble Audio Move SEL Return Internal Speakers Audio Source Loudness Auto Noise Cancel 50% Off On On On 45% LR Stereo Change Value Perfect Volu[...]

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    60 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y ASPECT Auto Aspect Automatically adjust the Aspect Ratio depending on the input signal to fill the screen. Press THE CURSOR P AD G , H , F , E to select menu item. Press THE SELECT button to select. A “ A ” in the box indicates that the feature is ON. V ertical Position This function allows you to select when aspect style [...]

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    CHANNEL MANAGER 61 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Select Channel Manager to set your Antenna options, run Auto Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter and Set Channel List. NOTE: When a CableCARD is installed, Auto Channel Scan will not be available. This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Scan memory . Move SEL Select Chan. Manager S[...]

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    62 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y CHANNEL MANAGER This function allows you to review which channels are labeled (CH ID), which have been added to Channel Memory (SCAN), which are protected by LOCK and which are your Favorite (F A V) Channels. Select Signal Meter when using an indoor or outdoor antenna. This feature will show the signal strength and peak values[...]

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    63 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y LOCKS This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. It can also be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled time period that you set. The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit access code number . The factory preset code is 0000. Use the number buttons to ente[...]

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    LOCKS 64 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Use MOVIE RA TINGS to prevent viewing of any movie that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. Use the CURSOR P AD G or H to select the MOVIE RA TING category that you want to block. Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RA TING that you have selected. Once rating is selected, for example PG-13, all movies rated PG-[...]

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    LOCKS 65 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y TV Ratings Move SEL Return Status TV-Y: TV-Y7: TV-G: TV-PG: TV-14: TV-MA: Sub Category DL S VF V Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select Canadian Ratings (Frn) Canadian Ratings (Eng) TV Ratings TV Ratings Locks TV Parental Guide Ratings Chart Use TV RA TINGS to prevent the viewing [...]

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    LOCKS 66 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Canadian Ratings (Eng) Move SEL Return Status C: C8+: G: PG: 14+: 18+: Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select Canadian Ratings (Frn) Canadian Ratings (Eng) TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Locks Canadian Ratings English Chart Use Canadian Ratings (Eng) to block any type of movie [...]

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    LOCKS 67 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Return Status G: 8 ans+: 13 ans+: 16 ans+: 18 ans+: Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select Canadian Ratings (Frn) Canadian Ratings (Eng) TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Frn) Locks Canadian Ratings French Chart Use CANADIAN RA TINGS (FRN) to block Canad[...]

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    68 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y TIMERS Select T imers to set your Clock, Sleep Timer , Event T imer and Day/Night Timer Recordings. Locks Chan. Manager Aspect Audio Video Move SEL Sel. Timers Setup Timers Move SEL Return Select Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep Timer Set The Clock Set Event Timer Set Auto Power Off Locks Chan. Manager Aspect Audio Video Move SEL[...]

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    69 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y TIMERS Select this feature to set your Sleep T imer from 30 minutes to 3 hours (30 minute increments). Timers Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep Timer Set The Clock Set Event Timer Timers Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep Timer Set The Clock Set Event Timer 0:30 Set Auto Power Off Set Auto Power Off Move Set Move Set 0:00 Press the CUR[...]

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    70 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y TIMERS NOTE: 1. When the INFO button is pressed, the Event T imer Icon will only display the current date ON/OFF timer . 2. The Off T imer will only activate if the TV was turned on by the On T imer and no channel selection was made after this time. If you change the channel after the On T imer has been activated, the Off T im[...]

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    71 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y TIMERS This function will turn off the TV automatically when a video signal is not detected for 15 minutes. Timers Set Auto Power Off Timers Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep Timer Set The Clock Set Event Timer Move SEL Return Yes No Select yes to have the TV turn off Automatically when a video signal is not detected for 15 minute[...]

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    SETUP 72 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR P AD G or H on the remote to highlight the function desired. Setup Locks Chan. Manager Aspect Audio Video Move SEL Sel. Timers Setup Set The Inputs Screen Saver Menu Preference Setup Move SEL Return Set Monitor Out Set Closed Captions Set Black Side [...]

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    SETUP 73 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds. Use CURSOR P AD F , E to highlight Set The Menu Background (shaded or solid), and press the SELECT button to select setting. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR P AD F to return to previous menu. Select Solid for a black background (no picture can be seen behind[...]

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    SETUP 74 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs. Use the CURSOR P AD to highlight the name of the video inputs. Press the SELECT button to select desired input name. Select Reset to set video names to original factory preset condition. Set The Inputs Set Black Side Panel Set The Inputs Screen Saver Menu P[...]

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    75 SETUP Caption Display: On/Off will turn the display on or of f. Auto will turn the display on when Mute/Soft Mute is on. Caption Mode: Captions is for the program you are viewing. T ext 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. T[...]

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    SETUP 76 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Select this feature to access your CableCARD ID and HOST ID. Please have this information ready when you call your cable operator (see also page 13). CableCARD Info Select the button below to access your CableCARD ID and Host ID. Setup CableCARD Info Quick Start Up Upgrades Set AV Control CableCARD Info Setup Move SEL Se[...]

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    SETUP 77 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y NOTE: Any power interruption during the upgrade process will cancel the upgrade. When this happens, repeat the upgrade procedure. Upgrades Move SEL Return Software Version #: Main VXX.XX MMC Software Upgrade Please insert MMC card before upgrading. Upgrade Now Quick Start Up Upgrades Set AV Control CableCARD Info Setup M[...]

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    78 LAMP REPLACEMENT LAMP REPLACEMENT Lamp Replacement After extended use, if the TV picture turns dark, the color looks unusual or LAMP INDICA TOR light turns on, then it is time to replace the lamp with a new lamp. Lamp Life The lamp life may vary based on usage of the LCD Rear PTV . T urning on and off frequently may shorten the life of the lamp.[...]

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    79 LAMP REPLACEMENT LAMP REPLACEMENT 120V 1. Turn of f the main power switch and unplug the power cord. CAUTION: THE LAMP IS VER Y HOT AND MA Y CAUSE FIRE OR SEVERE BURNS. W AIT A T LEAST 30~45 MINUTES T O ALLOW THE LAMP TO COOL BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH LAMP REMOV AL. 2. Locate the Lamp Compartment on the left side of the LCD TV . NOTE: This product [...]

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    80 LAMP REPLACEMENT LAMP REPLACEMENT 3. Remove the screw securing the lamp cover with a Phillips head screw driver as shown. Remove the lamp cover . HANDLE REMOVE SCREWS HANDLE LAMP UNIT 4. Remove the two screws that hold the lamp in place. Remove the lamp unit by holding the lamp handle, then pulling outwards. Exercise caution when removing the la[...]

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    81 LAMP REPLACEMENT LAMP REPLACEMEN 6. Without installing the lamp cover , the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 9). Be sure to install the lamp cover by re-engaging the two clips and tighten the screws before turning the power on, otherwise it may cause unusual colors. NOTE: IF POWER IS CONNECTED BEFORE THE LAMP COVER I[...]

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    82 CARE OF YOUR HIT ACHI TELEVISION AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty . Place your T elevision away from extreme heat, humidity , and extremely dusty places. Remove th[...]

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    83 RECEPTION PROBLEMS • IGNITION NOISE: Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear , picture may flutter or drift. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, and other electrical appliances. • GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths. One is the direct path and[...]

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    USEFUL INFO 84 HIT ACHI Liquid Crystal Display incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage power surges. IF YOUR TELEVISION SHOULD APPEAR T O HA VE A LOSS OF POWER, PLEASE FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE: 1. Press the power switch (ON/OFF switch) once. 2. [...]

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    USEFUL INFO 85 Inputs: • Power Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AC 120V , 60Hz • Stand-by Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.6W • Power Consumption - Refer to rear panel at the back of the T .V . • Antenna input impedance . . . . . . . . .75 Ohm • Channel coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181ch. VHF-Band . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    USEFUL INFO 86 Hitachi America, L TD. Home Electronics Division Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However , should you require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Each facility will provide you with convenient and[...]

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    USEFUL INFO 87 In Canada: 1-800-HIT ACHI (1-800-448-2244) Monday - Friday EST 9:00am - 7:00pm Saturday EST 9:00am - 5:00pm Hitachi Canada, L TD. Digital Media Division Should you have any questions regarding warranty , service, operation, or technical assistance, please contact: Look for your French Manual on the outside of the box. If the manual i[...]

  • Page 88

    88 INDEX A Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Antennas (Connecting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,6 Aspect Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29,60 Audio (Sound Enhancement) SRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

  • Page 89

    89 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HIT ACHI DTV SOFTW ARE IMPORT ANT – READ CAREFULL Y : This License Agreement is a legal agreement between you and Hitachi America, Ltd., Home Electronics Division ("HAL-HED"). By using this Hitachi digital television (the "DTV") and its software (the "Software"), you agree to be boun[...]

  • Page 90

    90 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HIT ACHI DTV SOFTW ARE 7. LIMIT A TION OF LIABILITY . IN NO EVENT SHALL HAL-HED OR ANY OF ITS P ARENT OR AFFILIA TE COMP A- NIES BE LIABLE T O YOU OR ANY THIRD P ARTY FOR ANY DIRECT , INDIRECT , INCIDENT AL, SPECIAL, EXEM- PLARY , OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GO[...]

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    91 NOTES[...]

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