LCD DIRECT VIEW TELEVISION Operating Guide for 32HDL52 / 37HDL52 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................... 1- 6 ACCESSORIES .................................................................................................... 7 HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD TELEVISION .......................... 8 - 26 Updated 06/07 HOW TO USE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR LCD TV ............. 27 - 31 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ....................................................
SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI LCD TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI LCD Televisions. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI LCD Television.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read before operating equipment Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This LCD TV has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards, but like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. Before using this product, please read and understand the Safety Instructions thoroughly to ensure correct usage, and follow all the instructions.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS(continued) Be cautious of the power cord connection. Incorrect connection of the power cord could result in fire or electrical shock. • Do not touch the power cord with a wet hand. • Check that the connecting portion of the power cord is clean (with no dust), before using. Use a soft and dry cloth to clean the power plug. • Insert the power plug into a power outlet firmly. Avoid using a loose, unsound outlet or contact failure.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS(continued) Be careful in moving the LCD Television. English Neglect could result in an injury or damage. • Do not move the LCD TV during use. Before moving, disconnect the power plug and all external connections. • You are advised to move the LCD TV with two persons. • Avoid any impact or shock to the LCD TV; particularly take care of glass screen. Do not put anything on top of the LCD Television.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS(continued) • Prevention of an obstacle to Radio receivers This LCD TV has been designed pursuant to the international EMI standards. This is to prevent a problem to Radio receivers. - Keep the LCD TV away from Radio. - Adjust Radio antennas in order for the LCD TV not to receive interference. - The antenna cable of Radio should be kept away from the LCD TV. - Use a coaxial cable for antenna.
ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. POWER CORD REMOTE AUDIO/VIDEO 15-PIN CABLE CABLE S-VIDEO CABLE BATTERIES English CONTROL D-SUB MINI 2. USER’S GUIDE 1. 3. 4. EASY GRAPHIC WARRANTY CLEANING GUIDE CLOTH CARD 7. 8. 6. 5. 9. CABLE TIE 10. CAUTION: Ceiling mounting is not recommended.
HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD TELEVISION To take measures to prevent the LCD Television from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is important to mount the unit in a stable place. *Keep the LCD Television four inches away from the wall except those hung to the wall mount bracket. NOTES: 1. Do not block the ventilation holes of the LCD Television. Blocking the ventilation holes might cause fire or defect. 2. If you purchased the wall mount bracket option, please ask for professional installer.
VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI LCD Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing. The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the TV and about 5 to 11 feet from the screen. During daylight hours, reflections from outside light may appear on the screen. If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can be located in a different section of the room.
HOOKUP CABLES Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of each cable.
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR PANEL JACKS VHF (75-Ω) antenna/CATV (Cable TV) When using a 75-Ω coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor antenna or CATV coaxial cable to the NTSC TUNER terminal (75-Ω)and/or DTV TUNER terminal (75-Ω).
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW 32”/37” LCD TV ① POWER light indicator To turn the LCD TV ON, press the main power button located on the bottom left side of the TV. A red stand-by indicator lamp located on the lower right corner of the front bezel will illuminate. The LCD TV is now ready for remote on/off operation. Indicating Lamp Off Lights Red Power Status Off Off (Stand-by) Lights Orange Off (Power Saving) Lights Green On Operating When the MAIN POWER is set OFF.
SIDE PANEL CONTROLS SIDE VIEW English 32”/37” LCD TV ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ③ POWER button This power button is for power on the LCD television or change to standby mode. ④ CHANNEL selector Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top left corner of the TV screen. These buttons also serve as the cursor down (▼) and up (▲) buttons when in MENU mode. ⑤ VOLUME level Press these buttons to adjust the sound level. The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen.
REAR PANEL MAIN POWER SWITCH & AC INPUT 32”/37” LCD TV ① AC IN input This TV is designed to operate on 120VOLTS 60Hz AC current. Insert the TV power cord into a 120VOLTS 60Hz outlet. ①-1 Main power button: This power button is for the complete system, and must be turned ON/OFF manually. It is recommended to leave the “MAIN POWER” to ”ON” condition (lights red) for stand-by mode. Note : It is required that there should be at least 5sec. between Main Power button off then on.
SIDE PANEL JACKS English 32”/37” LCD TV ② Head Phone Speakers is muted when insert it .To control volume: press volume button +, -. ③ S-VIDEO ( VIDEO 4) Provide S-VIDEO (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-VIDEO output capability ④ VIDEO (VIDEO 4) By using the VIDEO button of the remote control, you can select VIDEO 4.Use the video inputs to connect external devices, such as camcorders. ⑤ L / MONO / R (VIDEO 4) Connect audio of external devices.
REAR PANEL JACKS Set-Top-Box ཱུ DVI –INPUT Stands for Digital Visual Interface. Used for high quality digital video from a set-top-box. ྲྀ S-VIDEO (VIDEO 3) Provide S-VIDEO (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-VIDEO output capability. ཷ VIDEO (VIDEO 3) By using the VIDEO button of the remote control, you can select VIDEO3. Use the video inputs to connect external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc players, DVD players etc.
⑫ SUBWOOFER Output Connect this SUB WOOFER OUT output to the external audio component input. ⑬ AUDIO Output These jacks provide fixed audio signal which are used for recording. ⑭ MONITOR Output (S VIDEO) ⑮ MONITOR Output (VIDEO) This jack provides video and audio signals which are used for recording.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the PC, VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your LCD TV is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner’s manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs. The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions. However, you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components and features.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL SOURCES CONNECTING HDTV SOURCES HDTV input sources, such as a digital cable box, digital satellite receiver, or digital terrestrial receiver box, can be connected as desired, using the appropriate cable system. English 1. Connect the HDTV source device using the appropriate cable pair, in the following order of preference: Component cable and audio cable (Video 1 or Video 2) 2. Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV. 3. Turn on the LCD TV. 4.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL SOURCES CONNECTING A TV CABLE BOX OR SATELLITE RECEIVER 1. Connect the TV Cable Box or Satellite Receiver device using: Component cable and Audio cable (Video 1 or Video 2) OR S-Video cable and Audio cable (Video 3 or Video 4) OR Composite Video cable and Audio cable (Video 3 or Video 4). 2. Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV. 3. Turn on the LCD TV. 4. Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL SOURCES CONNECTING A DVD PLAYER 1. Connect the DVD player using: Component cable and Audio cable (Video 1 or Video 2)OR English S-Video cable and Audio cable (Video 3 or Video 4) OR Composite cable and Audio cable (Video 3 or Video 4). 2. Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV. 3. Turn on the LCD TV. 4. Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL SOURCES CONNECTING A VCR 1. Connect the VCR player using: S-Video cable and Audio cable (Video 3 or Video 4) OR Composite cable and Audio cable (Video 3 or Video 4). 2. Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV. 3. Turn on the LCD TV. 4. Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source (VIDEO3 or VIDEO4).
CONNECTING EXTERNAL SOURCES CONNECTING A AUDIO RECEIVER To improve sound quality, you may want to play the audio of the LCD through your stereo system. 1. Use an audio cable to connect the LCD’s audio output jacks to the line input jacks on the A/V receiver. 3. Turn on the LCD TV. 4. Press the MENU to display the menu, then press ▲ ▼ to select Audio. 5. Press SEL, then press ▲ ▼to select subwoofer and press W X to select On/Off. 23 English 2. Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL SOURCES CONNECTING PC 1. Connect the PC using: D-Sub cable and 3.5mm Audio cable OR DVI cable and 3.5mm Audio cable 2. Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV. 3. Turn on the LCD TV. 4.
5.This LCD Television can automatically detect and display the signal format as below. Recommended Signal List 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 1024 x 768 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 59.94 56.25 60.32 60.00 Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 31.47 35.16 37.88 48.36 VESA 1280 x 768 60.00 47.73 6 1080i 1080 59.94 33.72 7 720p 720 59.94 44.96 8 480p 480 59.94 31.47 Signal Name Resolution 1 2 3 4 VGA VESA VESA VESA 5 25 English Signal Mode No.
TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS • S-VIDEO (Video 3 or Video 4) or Y-PBPR (Video 1 or Video 2) connections are provided for higher performance laserdisc players etc. that have this feature. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. • If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left (L) audio jack on the TV.
5 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 13 15 13 16 17 19 17 27 21 26 21 24 22 22 English HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR LCD TV 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 18 20 25 16 27 24 23 1. Power button: Press this button to turn the display set on or standby. 2. Mute button: Press to mute audio. (Press “Mute” or “VOL” button + to return to the normal mode) 3. Channel selector buttons: Select channel number. For example when choose channel 27, first press 2 and then press 7.
5. RECALL button: Press to display source input signal on the display. 6. SLEEP button: Press to set sleep mode timer. There are 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes, 120 minutes and turn off to select. 7. PC Source button: Set up the input source PC; PC parts include DVI–D / D-SUB. 8. VIDEO Source button: Set up the input source of Video; including Video1 (Y1PB1PR1), Video2 (Y2PB2PR2), Video3(AV1 / SV1), Video4 (AV2 / SV2).
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR LCD TV English (1) NTSC/480i/480p Input (2) 480i/480p Input (3) 720p/1080i Input (4) RGB Input Auto adjust to full size and aspects include 4:3 STANDARD, 16:9 STANDARD. Multi picture function buttons: 24. ON / OFF: Press to turn on/off multi picture function. 25. Mode: Press to select POP or PIP mode. 26.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR LCD TV POP Mode Main-picture and Sub- picture source selection table: Please note Main(Left)-picture and Sub(Right)- picture source can’t be the same Sub(Right) DTV ANALOG NTSC TUNER Main(Left) TUNER VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ x x ○ ○ ○ ○ x x ○ ○ ○ x x ○ ○ x x ○ x x x x NTSC Tuner VIDEO4 DVI-INPUT RGB INPUT DTV Tuner ○ VIDEO1 ○ ○ VIDEO2 ○ ○ ○ VIDEO3 ○ ○ ○ ○ VIDEO4 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ DVI-INPUT ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
27. SWIVEL FUNCTION 1. Press swivel button After pressing swivel button on the remote, OSD indicator will display on TV screen. The OSD indicator will disappear, if stop manipulating remote in 15 seconds. 2. Adjust swivel by pressing direction button English Press left button to turn swivel left and press right button to turn swivel right. The rotation angle of swivel is ± 30 degree. 3. The rotation will stop if the direction button is released. 4. Swivel can not be used during Auto Scan Mode.
OSD (On-Screen Display) USING THE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) CONTROLS 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI LCD TV. 2. Use the ▲▼W X to navigate to different menu item. 3. Use the W X to adjust functions. 4. Press SEL on the remote control to select functions. 5. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. THERE ARE TWO DIFFERENT MODES FOR THE OSD AS FOLLOWS: NTSC TV/DTV/Video Mode: Display when the NTSC, DTV, or VIDEO1 to 4 is selected.
NTSC TV/ VIDEO Mode OSD (On-Screen Display) Adjust the picture mode, contrast, brightness, color, sharpness, tint, color temperature, backlight and reset of your display. Video Function Picture Mode Select a preset customized picture setting. Contrast Brightness Color Adjust the color brightness of the display. Adjust the darkness and lightness of the display. Adjust the saturation level of color. Sharpness Tint Color Temperature Adjust the clarity of images. Adjust the color properties.
NTSC TV/ VIDEO Mode OSD (On-Screen Display) Initial Setup Adjust the language, auto channel scan, closed caption, channel list, V-chip and set lock code select function of your display. Initial Setup Function Options Language Set the language for the OSD. - English - French - Spanish TV Source: Air or CATV Channel Choose a TV source, performs an automatic Auto Search: Scan channels 1 to Auto Channel Scan channel search, add and delete channels.
SETTING UP THE V-CHIP V-Chip The V-chip feature requires setting on/off to be entered to view movies and TV programs with unsuitable ratings for some viewers who share the TV. English Follow these steps to lock movies and TV programs: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control to bring up the OSD menu. 2. Continue to press the ▼ button to choose “ Initial setup” , press” set lock code” to bring up a lock picture. press “ 0” button Æset lock code Æpress “Finish“ button Æpress the SEL button. 3.
When a viewer attempts to watch a blocked channel, this message appears: The channel will remain blocked until the correct lock code is entered. SETTING UP THE CLOSED CAPTION Closed Caption For some TV programs, LCD has the de-coding and “Close Caption” functions. This caption is usually served for the deaf or the foreign language translation. All VCRs can record Close Caption signals from TV programs, so videos will also show the “Close Caption” function. (a).
4. Use the ▲▼ buttons to select a channel to add or erase. 5. Use the▲▼ W X buttons to highlight Add or Erase. Press the SEL button to add or erase the current channel. 6. Press the EXIT button on your remote control to return to your TV display.
PC Mode OSD (On-Screen Display) PC Picture Position Adjust auto adjust, horizontal position, vertical position, horizontal clock, clock phase and reset. PC Picture Position Function Options Auto Adjust Horizontal Position Automatically detect video format. Move image to the left or right. (Not available for DVI signal) Move image up or down. (Not available for DVI signal) Move image left and right. Video timing adjustment. Put all of your display settings back to their default.
DTV USAGE ATSC(Advanced Television System Committee) INTRODUCTION Terrestrial broadcast is a traditional way of watching TV programs, simply by installing an outdoor YAGI antenna or an indoor rabbit ear “analog TV”. In recent years, “digital TV” arises and most countries’ governments have begun to mandate a TV Transition from the old analog TV broadcast system to digital TV broadcast system.
SETTING UP YOUR DTV 1. Make sure the physical connection is properly connected. 2. Switch on the TV. 3. Select the appropriate external video input on your TV by using the TV remote control. 4. If the LCD is moved to a different location. You should reset the receiver and do the channel scanning all over again. USING THE DTV ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) CONTROLS 1. Press DTV MENU on the remote control to display the MENU banner. 2. Use the ▲▼W X to navigate to different menu item. 3.
SETTING UP YOUR DTV Manual Scan English 1. On the Channel menu page, select the third item MANUAL SCAN. 2. Press W or X to highlight the input column, then press numeric buttons to input the channel number. The channel frequency will be automatically showing on right side of the input column. 3. Press SEL button when the message “Add channel” and “press Enter to add channel” has shown. 4. If the ATSC signal is found and locked, the Status will show message “Add No. XX 8VSB channel successfully”.
SETTING UP YOUR DTV Caption Adjust the font size, style, color and opacity of Closed Caption.
SETTING UP YOUR DTV Change Password NOTES: 1. Before you change the password, use the default password “0000” to enter the Menu item which requires the password. 2. If you forget the password, please use the password “1234” to enter. 3. To enter the new password, and follow the instruction. Reset Default This function allows to reset receiver back to factory default status. . Press ▲▼ buttons to highlight t 1.
USEFUL INFORMATION CARE OF YOUR HITACHI LCD TELEVISION AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO Dust the screen and frame with a cleaning cloth from the accessories pack. Clean the screen and frame 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 LCD Television for away from hot, humid, and dusty places.
• IGNITION NOISE: Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, and other electrical appliances. • GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings, hills or some other objects. Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve reception.
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PLUG and PLAY This LCD Television complies with VESA DDC2B specifications , Plug & Play is a system with computer, peripherals (including monitors) and operating system. It works when the LCD TV is connected to a DDC ready computer that is running an operating system software that is capable for the plug & play. When a Plug and Play PC is powered on, it sends a command to the LCD TV requesting identification. TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENT DDCTM is a trademark of Video Electronics Standard Association.
USEFUL INFORMATION AGENCY GERULATORY INFORMATION Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
USEFUL INFORMATION Features: Optional Accessory: • Wall mount Video: INPUTS/OUTPUTS • 1366 x 768 Display Resolution • Wide Viewing Angle: More than 160° • 2 Color Temperature Presets: High / Low • Multiple Screen Fill Modes (4:3 Standard, 4:3 Expanded, 4:3 Zoom1, 4:3 Zoom2, 16:9 Standard, 16:9 Zoom)1 • 3D Y/C Comb Filter • Picture Modes (Natural, Cinema, Dynamic and Game) • Computer Display: VGA, (SVGA, XGA) • Component Y, PB, PR ........................................................
USEFUL INFORMATION To locate an authorized HITACHI service facility in the continental U.S.A. and Canada, DIAL TOLL FREE 7 days a week, 24 hours a day (1-800-448-2244) Hitachi America, LTD. Home Electronics Division Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico.
USEFUL INFORMATION Hitachi Canada, LTD. Digital Media Division In Canada: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) Monday - Friday EST 9:00am - 7:00pm Saturday EST 9:00am - 5:00pm Look for your French Manual on the outside of the box. If the manual is missing, call 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) for a copy.
