OPERATING GUIDE IMPORTANT FIRSTTIME SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 USE 4-19 THE REMOTE CONTROL 20-31 ON-SCREEN 32-56 H V_deo IIAudio [ ch Maria e_ J DISPLAY [_ USEFUL INFORMATION As an ENERGYSTAR® Partner, product Hitachi, Ltd. has determined meets the ENERGY STAR @ guidelines for energy that this efficiency.
IMPORTANT SAFETY POINTSYOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI 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 television.
IMPORTANT Read before operating equipment Followall warnings and instructions marked on this television. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow atl 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.
ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. PART NAME PART NO. ILLUSTRATION REMOTE CONTROL ! i!ii!!iii!iii ii i!ili !i!iii CLU-4321UG HL01831 vo_o 000 OR OR REMOTE CONTROL CLU-4324UG HL01834 \ 1, 46" TELEVISION STAND SP-46W (Not included, order separately) OPTIONAL _ CAUTION: H530056 is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury, Television model 46F500 for use only with Hitachi's 46" Television Stand model SP-
HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV ANTENNA Unless your TV 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 ghosts, an indoor antenna may be sufficient. LOCATION Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the picture screen.
HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of each cable.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS Illllllllll I iiiiii s w_o _uo_o _sA_ic _ocus ,rA ® (_ MENU/SELECT EXIT ® @ S_LECT 0 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 button when in MENU mode. (_ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or alternate antenna source. Your selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen.
FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS 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-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable. 3. If you have a mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack of your TV.
REAR PANEL JACKS l0 C0_ZRI£R ili!! (_ Antenna InputlOutput The remote control allows you tc switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs ANT A and ANT B. ANT A input can be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture, rANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture.= The antenna output labeled "TO CONVERTER" allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source such as a cable box. only when ANT B is displayed as a main picture.
REAR PANEL JACKS (_ Component: Y-PBPR Inputs Inputs 1 and 2 provide Y-PBPR jacks for connecting use composite video signal for INPUT:2. NOTES: ILl equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. You may 1. Do not connect composite VIDEO and S-VIDEO to Input 3, 4 or 5 at the same time. S-VIDEO has priori_/--_'_] over VIDEO input. / I 2 Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y,and R-Y.
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP I D-VHS DVDPlayer OUIPUT m ,H k_ 1 VNOE StereoSystemAmp fier 2, 3, I NOTE: 1. 4. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. Composite video signal can be input to [nput2-1nputS. Connect only l component to each input ack. Cables are not included with the purchase of this television.
TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS S-VIDEO connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. If your device has only one audio output (mono soundL W tJ) VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use these connections connect it to the left audio jack on the television.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES To control the audio level of an external audio amplifierREAR withpANELthe oFrem°teTELEVISIoNc°ntr°l' connect the system as shown below. ANTA P_ TO CONVERTER _ v O @ _oo,o P_ P_ YNiDEO ili!!mi!!i ANTB O O _oo,o oP_T_, o6,L6 @s: ,o,o op,,,,o6,,6@s: ,o,o I I R L 000 VIDEO LAUDIO] T INPUT Oo ooOo Stereo SystemAmplifier I NOTE: 2. the sound using the remote control of the TV set. 1.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box 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 video and audio inputs and outputs, The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions.
CONNECTING CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES A MONAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUTI-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) 3. Press the VIDI~VID5 automatically 4. jack. button to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player. The VIDEO label disappears after approximately four seconds.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A STEREO SOURCE TO INPUTI~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. ! i!ii!!iii!iii ii i!ili !i!iii 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 cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES 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'J 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 cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L/jack 4.
CONNECTING CONNECTING A COMPONENT EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES SOURCE WITH DV|+HDTV CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1. 1 Connect the DVI connection the TV set at right. cable from the output of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the DVI-HDTV input as shown on 2.
CONNECTING CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES A COMPONENT SOURCE TO INPUT 1 OR 2: Y-PBPR - 1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set tOD box to the INPUT (Y) jack. as shown on the TV set at right. 2. Connect the cable from the CB/P B OUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (PB_ jack. 3. Connect the cable from the GRIP R OUT or R-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (PR) jack. 4.
THE REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV. the new remote control is designed to operate different types ofVCRs. CBL (Cable TV_converters satellite receiver. DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area. To operate your TV, point the remote control at the screen of the TV and press the TV button. The remote will now control your television. To operate your cable/satellite box.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ® ® -- (_ ® MENU button VIDEG (_ SELECT, MENU, CURSOR buttons pIp CH button _" /(]_LASTCHANNEL(LASTCH)button @ EXIT button _) INFO button ®VOLUME, ® ® -- _ ® VIRTUA L HD button ASPECT button (_) POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (_ PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons See separate section on pages 25, 26 and 27 for description.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV (_ VOLUME, MUTE button Press the VOLUME up (A) or down (T) button until you obtain the desired sound level. To reduce the sound to one half of normal volume (SOFT MUTE) to answer the telephone, etc., press the MUTE button. Press the MUTE button again to turn the sound off completely (MUTE). To restore the sound, press the MUTE button one more time, or press the VOLUME Up (A) button.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV (_) ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio Depending on the input signal, the picture format ratio allows you to adjust the images through the following options. 4:3 STANDARD Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images. Side panels (.gray areas) are placed to the left and right of the image to preserve the original aspect ratio of the source.
HOWTO (_ USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROLYOURTV VIRTUAL HD button Press this button to toggle between 1O8Oi and 540p, 540p and 1080i represent two ways to display the TV signal. • Progressive: The "p" in 540p tells you that the display is showing you the picture in the progressive format. With the progressive format the complete picture is created by drawing lines across the screen from left to right which fill the screen from the top to bottom.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP} Your HITACHI Projection TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Dual Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each. The Dual Tuner can operate with only one input (ANT A only) or two inputs (ANT A and ANT B). ANT A input can be viewed as both the main picture and the sub-picture simultaneously. ANT B can only be viewed as a main picture.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub-picture evenly on the screen. Main F c[ure -- Sub Picture SURF MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE This feature will automatically scan all active channel numbers (those set in memory) and display them as PIP sub-pictures, the PIP button a second time to remove the sub-pictures from the screen. PiP NOTES: 1, 2. 3. 4. 5.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (_ I (PIP) FREEZE button (With PIP ON) if you wish to freeze the sub*picture, press the FREEZE button. This is convenient when trying to write down the address for a mail order company, recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. To return the picture to motion, press the FREEZE button again. NOTE: When PIP is on, the FREEZE function will only operate when POP/PIP/SPLIT mode is chosen.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your VCR. This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your VCR. (refer to page 31 for pre-cedes) 1. Turn ON your VCR. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR. 3. Press and release the DVDNCR button to switch to VCR pre-ceded mode. 4.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE/SATELLITE BOX FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your cable/satellite box. This remote is designed to operate different types of cable/satellite tem of your cable/satellite box. (refer to page 31) boxes. You must first program the remote to match the remote sys- 1. Turn ON your cable/satellite box. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your cable/satellite 3. Press and release the cable/satellite 4.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL DVD FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your DVD player. This remote is designed to operate different types of DVD players. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your DVD player. (refer to page 31 for pre-codes) 1. Turn ON your DVD player. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your DVD player. 3. Press and release the DVD/VCR button to switch to DVD pre-coded mode. 4.
CABLE, SATELLITE, VCR AND DVD CODES FOR REMOTE CONTROL CABLE BRAND CODE General Instrument .......................... 17 Hamlin ............................ 22,23,24,25 Jerrold ................ 00,01,02,03,04,05,06,07,21 Oak ................................. 26,27,28 Panasonic ............................ 18,19,20 Pioneer ................................. 13,14 Scientific Atlanta ....................... 08,09,10 Tocom .................................. 15,16 Zenith ..................................
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Projection TV. 2. Press the CURSOR 41, I_, A, • to highlight a different feature. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. 4_ Press CURSOR _1 or 1_ to access Favorite Channels menu. VIDEO MENU O O EXIT 0 This part of the screen shows which selections are available. L Video _] Audio Ch.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY {OSD) IVideo I Picture Mode Select between the four picture modes: Sports. Movies. News. and Music. Contrast Adjust contrast. Adjust brightness. Adjust color. Adjust tint. Adjust sharpness. Centering top and bottom of the picture. Automatic or manual alignment of the Red. Green and Blue colors to make white. Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Vertical Position Magic Focus Color System Advanced Settings -_ Treble Bass Ba ante _h_ [Advanced Settings .
VIDEO V i deo P i ctu re ] Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. Mode Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV's performance. Au dlo I ch M_na_er Loc_] _] CURSOR _) .............................................. wdeo @s£ ort_ IIco_o_ :_ [ 5_ \1 _ CURSOR © Music Use CURSOR • or • to highlight Picture Mode settings.
VIDEO Use the CURSOR • or • to highlight the function to be adjusted. Press the CURSOR • or 1_ to adjust the function. Press MENU to return to main menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu. Press EXITto quit menu. I Contrast I Brightness I Use this affect function changewhen the ADVANCED contrast between black and white levels will only thetopicture SETTINGS DIMMER is OFEin the picture. This adjustment I Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness.
VIDEO I agic Focus I Auto Digital Convergence Adjustment Please turn ON your television for at least 20 minutes before using this feature. The Magic Focus button on control panel will not work when adjustment mode is set to Manual (see page 37). Your HITACHI Projection TV has three color projection tubes: one for red, one for green, one for blue. When mixed together in the proper proportion, the output of these three color tubes can produce any color.
VIDEO Manual Convergence I NOTES: 2. 1. Adjustment Mode Auto Adjustment Mode is recommended. If convergence is still not acceptable, use the Manual Adjustment Mode. Please ON MAGIC your television minutes before feature. DO NOTturn press FOCUS for or at use]east Auto20Adjustment Modeusing after this using Manual Adjustment Mode. Using the Remote Control, select VIDEO-MAGIC FOCUS-MANUAL ADJUSTMENT pattern. The adjustment point is indicated by the Adjustment Point Cursor.
VIDEO Color System I This function allows you to automatically change tint and color coordinates for DTV programs. HDTV - High Definition Television - Use for High Vision Signal Y-PBPR from HDTV Set-Top Box. SDTV/DVD - Standard Definition Television or DVD (Digital Versatile Disc Player)Y*CBC NOTES: R, 1. if Color System is set improperly (does not match actual input signal), the color and tint of the main picture will be abnormal 2.
AUDIO I Audio ] Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. r._,,o _q [ ,o',_ ] CURSOR CURSOR IIA_,d _o _1 Tr_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_ I 5c_ E ] CURSOR II sound Er_h_nc_,o_t [ Adv_nc_'d Setth,q,. [ _Noxl_/pr_v_,c_,9owlu_ _ Rotur_ ] Use CURSOR A, • to highlight functions. Press the SELECT button to select the function setting. Press CURSOR • or • to adjust the function.
AUDIO I Sound Enhancement II The following surround settings sports stadiums, movie theaters, will reproduce the "live" sound etc. with only two speakers. Audio you would hear in concert halls, [-Audio [] SRS []BBE ; Vov_ To enter SOUND ENHANCEMENT, ENHANCEMENT of your choice. _ Return use CURSOR • or • to highlight then press the SELECT button to select SOUND Press CURSOR • or • to highlight your sound enhancement choice, and press the SELECT button to select your choice.
AUDIO Advanced Settings Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV, depending on listening conditions. O2nd II SOUFId [l_l_l_emefit Audio Prog CURSOR Press CURSOR • or • to highlight a function. Press the SELECT button to select the function setting. When the function has a ",/" in the box it is ON.
CHANNEL Channe I MANAGER This function allows you to review which channels are labeled (CH ID), which have been added to Channel Memory Manager (SCAN), and which are protected by LOCK. II Ch Manaqer _1 I Ch CURSOR @ ............. Manaqer _1 CH# Scan 3 O?f ........ 5 O?f ........ __7 ........... Off ........ 8 o?? 9 [ _ Mow CH ID iiiii: _I O?r _ Return Press CURSOR • or • to review more channels. Press EXIT to quit menu.
CHANNEL Channel MANAGER This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. Use this feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60 channels a name when CATV signal source is selected. ID H _q [_\] ..... o"'2,OOnoo =!::::! CURSOR 3 On 6 0f_ _ 7 0f_ _ 8 0f_ _ 9 [ "_Nvo Scan 6 0f_ 87 9 (A Z O9 ) CH ID I CURSOR 0f_ _ _Ealt \] CH# _ Return E4_M_Ve 0f_0f_ 0f_ _Edit (A_Z 0_9 _) _ R_tur_
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. Locks The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit secret code number. The factory preset code is 0OOO. Use the number buttons to select access code. Hwd..o HA.
LOCKS Movie Ratings Use MOVIE RATINGS to block from shewing any movie you fee! might have inappropriate content. Lock_ Ch_m_e Acce_ _nqaqe Lock TV _me Code _] Status Not Rated: Lec_ CURSOR CURSOR PG: Canadi_ Car_adi_ _MOVe _ R_n_s (Em_) R_=_nqs (Frn) Select _] ] Use CURSOR • or • to select the MOVIE RATING category that you want to block. Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RATING that you have selected.
LOCKS TV Ratings I inappropriate Use TV RATINGS to btock from showing any programs or movies you feel might have content. i ch_nqe Ace_ Code ._ Status CURSOR i TV r_ Lec_ II Movie Ratinq_ Sub TM II Canadian R_t_gs S 6 6 6 6 6 6 V FV : YG: TYRO: TV_4: (Frrl) • Y: TVy7 TV Rating D 6 6 Use CURSOR • or V to highlight the category that you want to block. Press SELECT to block the TV RATING that you have selected.
LOCKS Canad ian Rat i rigs (Eng) Use Canadian Ratings (Eng) to block any type of movie and television program in Canada that yOUfeel might be inappropriate in its content. I Lock_ _c_anqe Locks Access \] code Status CURSOR C8÷: CURSOR PG: 14+: 18÷: [ €rove _ Return ] Use CURSOR • or • to select the CANADIAN RATINGS (Eng) category that you want to block. Press SELECT to set the CANADIAN RATINGS (Eng) that you have selected.
LOCKS Canadian Rat i rigs (Frn) Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various program ratings that you feel might be inappropriate in its content. Status CURSOR CURSOR _Tv _ot i.q_ _l 8 arts÷: 13 arts÷: 16 arts÷: 18 arts÷: I € aove _ Return Use CURSOR • or • to highlight the category that you want to block. Press SELECT to set the CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) that you have selected.
SETUP ,J L tJ II Select SETUP function desired.when setting your TV up for the first time. HWd.-o IIAud_o I_1 Use the CURSOR • or • on the remote to highlight the _1 _1 Pr_f_r_ [Es_t Th_ CI_ I_S_t _ven_ [FS_t Clo_d CURSOR I I [_.,ove _Sek [E_nu @ HAb_t Tier Cap_ion_ Your TV Use CURSOR • or • to select the sub-menu of your choice. Menu Preference This feature I Setup \] sot T}_ ctoct_ S_lc Th_ I_at_ A_ut Mow ¥_r CURSOR TV _[ _ S_E_c_ Se_ The L_nguage Set Th_ M_n
SETUP Set The Menu Background This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds. I setup _1 [ u_nu P_r_r_ E I _SetEngt The _sh Lalnguage O Fralncal _S _Set Menu Background The © E_palno _ Use CURSOR •, I_ to highlight SET THE MENU BACKGROUND (shaded or solid), and press the SELECT button to select setting. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR • to return to previous menu.
SETUP Set The Channe I s Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. [ Menu Preference _] [[ set _J The Clook II Ant A Set Evorlt :_ E; Mow_ Re_ .... CURSOR [[ Set Select Cable if you have cable TV. ] l_mel C_o,_od Captio_l_, _] [[ About You_ TV [_ I Setup II A_t B E,"Mow_ se'e_t Source :q ] [_JAntenna CURSOR @ ..............
SETUP This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Scan, This will allow you to skip unused channels when using CHANNEL UP (A) or DOWN (_'), Auto Channel Scan IF s_up TI i s_t HAn_A Th_ Ch_nr_l_ Channek IF s_up IIs_t Xl Source roAntenna Auto _ IIAnt A Source Scaln Auto _ _ Cable(l) Channek O Cable(2) Scan _I The Ch_nne_ IAn_A iAuto Channek Sc_nnlng Channe_ Scan N_ber: 66 I If the EXIT button is pressed while AUTO CHANNEL SCAN function is engaged, pro
SETUP Set The Inputs Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs, I Setup [ Setup ]] MeNu Pre_ere_e [Eset Tie ct_annel_ i IIset E_ II sot >] CIo_,ed Ti_e_ Ca£tiorls I _1 IF V [ de01 Renaae i wdeo2 Rename II wd_o2 A.to CURSOR )1 i wd_o3 Rena_ II vi_o4 Re=la_a_ [ _ u_e _ I sot°p >_ Link >1 _1 he.urn ] _ Setup [Fset u_e _nput_ Jlset Th_ _p.
SETUP Video 2 Auto 7 | Use this function to automatically J input 2.
SETUP Set Event Thisfunction week. Timer willautomaticallyturnthe Projection TV on and off, onetime only, every day, oronce a If the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the screen below will appear. The message on the screen will disappear after 3 seconds, then the screen automatically goes to the clock setup mode (see page 50). Please I Setup Set Clock _J First. I setop XJ L_enu prefe.
SETUP Closed Closed Captions Caption are the dialogue, narration, which are displayed on the TV screen. and/or sound effects of a television program or home video Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as _'_ _ Setup _ Setop or \1 IM[Me_ue_u Preference IEsotT.oc,_.
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened the screen iS extreme!y dirtY. in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if Place your Television away from extreme heat, humidity, and extremely dusty places. Remove the plug from the walt outlet if your Television will not be used for a long period of time, for instances, when you go on vacation.
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. i I I I I I I I I I • 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.
USEFUL INFO SYMPTOMS No Picture, no sound • Sound OK, picture poor Picture OK, sound poor • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Poor reception on some channels • • • • • Picture roils vertically • Picture biurred Linesorstreaksinpicture • • • • • • No color • • • • • • Poor color • • • • • • • HITACHI Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage
USEFUL INFO Features: Superfine Picture Quality 1280 Line Horizontal Resolution Remote (Controls many VCRs, DVD players, cable boxes, and satellite boxes.
USEFUL INFO HITACHI To locate an authorized HITACHI service in the continental and Canada, facility U.S.A. 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 INFO Hitachi Canada, LTD. Digital Media Division Should you have any questions contact: regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please In Canada: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-,1.48-22,1.4) 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, carl 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) for a copy.
INDEX A I R Accessories. 4 Input Setup, 53 - 54 Antennas (Connecting). 5. 6 Aspect Ratio. 23 Audio (Sound Enhancemenb SRS. 40 BBE. 40 Remote Control Functions 20 - 31 L Audio Settings. 39 - 41 Audio Source. 41 Auto Color. 38 Auto Noise Cancel. 41 Language Menu Language. 49 Locks Change Access Code 44 Channel Lock. 44 Input Lock. 44 Front Panel Lock. 44 TV Time Lock. 44 B Balance 39 Bass. 39 Black Level Expansion. 38 Black Side Panel. 38 Brightness. 35 C Channel Manager. 42 - 43 Channel Setup.
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