IMPORTANT -1- PROJECTION COLOR TV 60SX10B/11K, 50SX7P, 50UX22B/23K, 46UX20B/21K OPERATING GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT.............................................................................................................................................. 3 SAFETY TIPS............................................................................................................................................. 4 PICTURE CAUTIONS .....................................................................
IMPORTANT -2- TV POWER button ......................................................................................................................... 20 CABLE/VCR/AUDIO POWER button.......................................................................................... 20 RECALL button............................................................................................................................... 20 ANT button ..............................................................................
IMPORTANT -3- CONVERGENCE CORRECTION.................................................................................................... 43 AUDIO ...................................................................................................................................................... 44 PREFERENCE ADJUSTMENT........................................................................................................ 44 PREFERENCE SETTING ..............................................................
SAFETY TIPS -4- POWER SOURCE: This projection color TV is designed to operate on 120 volts 60 Hz, AC household current. Insert power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE TELEVISION'S PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. NEVER CONNECT THE TV TO 50 Hz, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE.
SAFETY TIPS -5- to notify you promptly in the improbable event that a safety problem should be discovered in your model of product. FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY 1 This television set is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
SAFETY TIPS -6- 8 If liquid has been spilled into this television set, unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel. 9 Do not subject your television set to impact of any kind. Be particularly careful not to damage the picture tube surface. 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. 11-1 Do not place this television set on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
SAFETY TIPS -7- 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. Never cover the slots or openings with cloth or other material. Never block the bottom ventilation slots of the set by placing it on a bed, sofa, rug, etc.
SAFETY TIPS -8- 18 For added protection for this television set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage due to lightning and power-line surges. OPERATION OF YOUR SET 19 This television set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
PICTURE CAUTIONS -9- 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.
ACCESSORIES - 10 - This projection 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. ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. 1. 2. 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-951MP (part No. HL00211) 2. Two "AA" size, 1.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV - 11 - ANTENNA Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for the best performance. However, if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference, and multiple image ghosts, 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 - 12 - distort if the speakers are placed too close to the television. Move the speakers away from the TV until there is no picture distortion. 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.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS - 13 - This connector is used on camcorders, VCRs, and laser disc players with an S-Video feature in place of the standard video cable to produce a high-quality picture. ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV(cable TV) When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor antenna or CATV coaxial cable to the VHF/UHF 75-Ohm terminal. If you have a second antenna or cable TV system, connect the coaxial cable to the AUX terminal.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS - 14 - MENU BUTTON This button allows you to enter the MENU mode without using the remote. It makes it possible to set TV features to your preference, without using the remote. AVX (Audio/Video) selector/ENTER button Press this button to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3. Your selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen. This button also serves as the ENTER button when in MENU mode. VOLUME level Press these buttons for your desired sound level.
FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS - 15 - Point your Remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. 1 MAGIC FOCUS Use this button to adjust your picture quality to optimum performance. (See page 39) ADJUSTMENT MODE button This button is for service technicians only. DO NOT press this button. If this button is accidentally pressed, please turn off your television using the front panel power button. Your TV will operate normally when you turn it on again.
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS - 16 - Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2 The "AVX" (Auxiliary Video) button will step through each video source and the current antenna input each time it is pressed. Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders, laser disc players, etc. (If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack.) Monitor Out These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording.
REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS - 17 - REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS Connect after turning the power to the TV OFF. Press the Right Speaker red button and insert the positive (+) lead wire into the hole below the button. When the button is released, the wire is locked into place. In the same manner, press the Right Speaker black button and insert the negative (-) lead wire. Repeat this procedure for the Left Speaker.
AUDIO SYSTEM SET-UP - 18 - The S-Video connection is provided for high performance laser discs, VCRs, etc., that have this feature. Use this connection 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 audio jack on the TV. Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up cables.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV - 19 - and Audio equipment with one touch. Basic operation keys 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 three pages. Functions are arranged and properly categorized into windows, making operation simple when multiple functions are to be controlled.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV - 20 - TV POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off. If Message-1 or Message-2 is set, it will be displayed when the TV is first turned on. (See page 36) CABLE/VCR/AUDIO POWER button Once the remote is programmed, press this button to control the power to your Cable Box, VCR, or Audio Equipment, depending on the button layout of the MULTI-PAGE section of the remote control, as chosen by the MULTI-PAGE select switch.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV - 21 - Click to see the Remote. ANT button Use the ANT (Antenna) button to select between the VHF/UHF and AUX (Auxiliary) antenna inputs. NOTE: When VHF/UHF is selected, the channel number in the upper right corner of the screen is green. When the AUX input is selected, the channel number is in yellow. MENU, ENTER, CURSOR buttons All the on-screen display features can be set or adjusted by using these buttons.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV - 22 - VOLUME, MUTE buttons Press the "VOLUME" up ( ) or down ( ) button until you obtain the desired sound level. To turn the sound off instantly to answer the telephone, etc., press the "MUTE" button. Press the "MUTE" button again or press the "VOLUME" up ( ) button to restore the sound. The word "MUTE" will remain displayed if the CLOSED CAPTION feature is turned off. CLOSED CAPTION will also be displayed when the "MUTE" button is pressed.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) - 23 - PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons See separate section on page 21 for a description. SURROUND (SRD) button Press this button to enter the SURROUND menu. (See pages 15 and 42.) ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) button Press this button to turn the AI function on or off. (See page 38) PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) The Picture-in-Picture feature is convenient when you want to watch more than one program at the same time.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) - 24 - Press the "PIP" button and a sub-picture appears in one corner of the screen. Press the button a second time to remove the sub-picture from the screen. Press the AVX button when the sub-picture is on to change between VIDEO: 1, VIDEO: 2 and VIDEO: 3. The TV channel will always be either the main picture or the sub-picture. SWAP BUTTON If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the sub-picture, press the "SWAP" button.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS - 25 - CAUTION: A pattern burn may develop if the sub-picture is left in the same corner permanently. If the PIP feature is used frequently, occasionally shift the sub-picture to a different corner. NOTE: 1. Only sound from the main picture can be heard, unless you choose PIP from wireless mode and use the "TRANSMITTER OUT" outputs on the rear panel. (See page 44.) 2. Each strobe freeze frame is delayed about 0.3 (3/10) second.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS - 26 - procedures, please consult your VCR operating guide. 3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed in until the batteries are removed from the remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure stated above. 4. If your VCR does not have a power function, the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function. PRECODED VCR BUTTONS These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS - 27 - UP function. PRECODED FOR CABLE BOX These buttons transmit the chosen precoded CATV codes. EXCLUSIVE TV BUTTONS These buttons are for operating the TV. Click to see Remote. USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS Operating the pre-coded function for your audio equipment This remote is designed to operate different types of audio equipment. You must first program the remote to match the remote system in your audio equipment.
VCR AND CABLE BOX CODES - 28 - obvious function that the audio component will respond to, such as CD open/close. 5. The default for AUDIO Mode is AMP. PRECODED FOR AUDIO EQUIPMENT These buttons transmit the chosen precoded AUDIO EQUIPMENT codes. EXCLUSIVE TV BUTTONS These buttons are for operating the TV. Click to see Remote.
VCR AND CABLE BOX CODES - 29 - Funai Garrard GE Goldstar Gradiente Harley Davidson Harmann/Kardon Harwood Headquarter HI-Q Hitachi Jensen JVC Kenwood KLH Kodak Lloyd Logik LXI Magnavox Magnin Marantz Marta 00 00 09, 22, 24 10,11 00 00 11 27 18 19 14, 15, 24 14 14, 26 11, 14, 18, 26 27 09, 10 00 27 10 09, 12, 28 48 09, 11, 28 10 Scott Sears Sharp Shintom Shogun Singer Sony STS Sylvania Symphonic Tatung Teac Technics Teknika TMK Toshiba Totevision Unitech Vector Vector Research Video Concepts Videosonic W
VCR AND CABLE BOX CODES Hamlin Hitachi Hytex 08, 16, 49, 50 09 05 Jasco Jerrold Memorex Movie Time NSC Oak Panasonic Paragon Philips Pioneer Pulsar RCA Regal Rembrant Runco Samsung Scientific Atlanta - 30 Fisher Genexxa Hitachi 40 JVC 03, 09, 10, 12, 13, 51 Kenwood 00, 51 Krell 42 Magnavox 42 Marantz 05, 15, 47 MCS 17 Mission 00 NSM 40 Onkyo 39 Optimus 00 Panasonic 17 Philips 16, 49, 50 Pioneer 09 Proton 00 Quasar 39 RCA 04, 06, 14, Realistic 52, 56 Rotel Signal 13 SAE Signature 09 Sansui Sprucer 17 Sco
EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE - 31 - Philips Pioneer Technics 51 00, 01 02 SATELLITE Wards CODES 00 AUDIO RECEIVER CODES Aiwa 34, 40 Carver 28, 32, 40 Casio 41 Clarinette 41 Denon 27 Fisher 32, 43 Hitachi 44 JVC 33 Kenwood 30, 39, 47, 48 Lloyd's 41 Magnavox 40, 41 Marantz 31, 40 MCS 31 Modulaire Onkyo 41 35 Optimus Panasonic Penney 34, 39, 43 31 41 Starcom 53 General Instrument Jerrold Primestar RCA Sony 64 64, 65 64, 65 60 66 AUDIO RECEIVER (cont.
EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE - 32 - AIR/CABLE Select antenna or cable TV. AUTO PROGRAM First time setup for channel buttons. CHANNEL MEMORY Channel buttons, add or skip. CLOSED CAPTION Feature to display dialogue/text. MENU LANGUAGE Choose English, French or Spanish dialogue. CHANNEL CAPTION Label channels PAY1, ABC, etc. CHILD LOCK Block channel picture & sound. PROGRAM LIST Check channel name, scan, child-lock. VOLUME CORRECTION Lower volume on selected channels. CLOCK SET Set before using timer features.
SET UP - 33 - PREFERENCE ADJUST Adjust balance, bass, and treble. PREFERENCE SETTING Improve sound performance. SURROUND Special sound effects. WIRELESS MODE Adjust audio output for wireless speakers. SET UP Select SET UP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR UP/DOWN buttons on the remote to highlight the function desired. NOTE: To see an auto-demonstration of the on-screen display, press and hold the POWER button on the TV set for approximately 5 seconds.
SET UP - 34 - Reception channels for each mode are shown at the left. Refer to your cable or TV guide for channel identification standards. If certain CATV channels are poor or not possible in the CATV1 mode, set AIR/CABLE to CATV2. AUTO PROGRAM 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 ( ) or DOWN ( ) buttons.
SET UP - 35 - remote control CHANNEL ( ), ( ) buttons. Your choice will be highlighted in yellow. Add or erase additional channels while still in CHANNEL MEMORY using the CHANNEL , buttons or number buttons and then add or erase using the CURSOR , buttons. CLOSED CAPTION 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 3 these programs as or .
PROGRAM - 36 - NOTE: The word MUTE will not be displayed if the DISPLAY is ON. If you do not have sound, make sure MUTE is not set. CCD will display when "MUTE" is pressed, whether CCD is in the "ON" or "OFF" mode. MENU LANGUAGE This feature will allow you to select any one of 3 different languages for all on screen displays. Use the cursor , buttons to select the MENU LANGUAGE of your choice. Press MENU to exit.
PROGRAM - 37 - Press the CURSOR , to select letters. Press the CURSOR , to change position. Press ENTER to set the CHANNEL CAPTION and it will appear in the top left corner of the screen. Press CHANNEL , or the number buttons to select and label additional channels. Press MENU to exit. The (*) represents a blank space. Select CANCEL to erase a CHANNEL CAPTION. 5 CHILD LOCK This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel.
PROGRAM - 38 - (NAME), which have been added to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), and which are protected by CHILD LOCK (LOCK). Press CURSOR , Press MENU to exit. to review more channels. 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 the CURSOR Use the Channel , , to select one of the four volume corrections. or number buttons to select a channel. Press ENTER to set the channel.
CLOCK - 39 - CLOCK Use this feature for all time related function. CLOCK SET The time must be set before you can use the on/off timer or automatic message. Use the NUMBER buttons and CURSOR , to set the time. The AM or PM selected will be highlighted in red. ON/OFF TIMER This function will automatically turn the TV on or off, one time only or everyday. The selection to change will be in yellow. Press the number buttons to select the time the TV will turn on or off.
CLOCK - 40 - same for both. CAUTION: Do not use your TV as a deterrent when away from home by using both the ON and OFF TIMERS. For safety, the TV should be turned off when you are away from home. MESSAGE-1 Use this function to set one or two personal message once a day or one time only. Use the CURSOR , to select a letter or other character. Use the CURSOR , to change position. Press ENTER when message is finished. The asterisk (*) represents a blank space.
VIDEO - 41 - Use this function to check the day, month and year. Use the CURSOR , Press MENU to exit. buttons to change the month. VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings, improve picture quality and to adjust convergence. PREFERENCE ADJUST Use this feature to adjust contrast, color, tint, brightness and sharpness. Press the CURSOR buttons to select and make adjustments. The function to be adjusted will be in yellow.
VIDEO - 42 - TINT- Use this function to adjust flesh tones so they appear normal. BRIGHT- Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness. SHARPNESS- Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture. RESET- When RESET is selected, press ENTER to return video adjustments to factory preset conditions. PREFERENCE ADJUST Your HITACHI TV has an AI (Artificial Intelligence) function which will automatically adjust picture settings to produce the highest quality picture possible.
VIDEO - 43 - SUPER CONTR (SUPER CONTRAST) Turn on SUPER CONTR to improve picture detail in areas of high brightness. CONVERGENCE CORRECTION Your 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. To produce these colors, however, the beams must be precisely aligned over each other so that the colors can be mixed.
AUDIO - 44 - AUDIO Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference, to improve the sound quality, and to select special sound effects. PREFERENCE ADJUSTMENT Use this to set balance, bass, and treble. Press the CURSOR buttons to select and make adjustments. The function to be adjusted will be in yellow. BALANCE- This function will control the left and right balance of the TV internal speakers, the AUDIO TO HI-FI output, and TRANSMITTER OUT output.
AUDIO - 45 - TREBLE- This function controls the high frequency audio to all speakers. RESET- When RESET is selected, press ENTER to return audio adjustments to factory preset conditions. PREFERENCE SETTING Use PREFERENCE SETTING to improve the sound performance of your TV depending on listening conditions. Use the CURSOR , to select a function. The function will be in yellow.
AUDIO - 46 - NOTE: If the optional left and right speakers are connected while in SURROUND-DOLBY CENTER EXPANSION MODE-NORMAL, the internal speakers may be turned off for better separation between the left, center, and right channels. The center channel audio will still be heard from the televisions center speaker. SURROUND The following surround settings will reproduce the "live" sound you would hear in concert halls, sports stadiums, movie theaters, etc.
AUDIO - 47 - Listener is surrounded by many sound sources such as a sporting event, etc. NOTE: Some TV systems do not transmit optimum audio channel separation which can reduce the effectiveness of the MATRIX SURROUND function. HALL SURROUND Resonant sound - Listener has the feeling of being in a concert hall. DOLBY PRO LOGIC Dolby Pro Logic provides four separate sound channels: left, center, right and surround.
AUDIO - 48 - Use the CURSOR buttons to select and adjust VOLUME and BALANCE. Press MENU to exit. WIRELESS MODE This feature allows you to choose between 3 possible variable audio outputs for a separate set of wireless speakers or another stereo amplifier. The audio output may be either MAIN, PIP or REAR. This feature also allows you to turn the interior speaker on or off, as well as adjust PIP volume if you have chosen PIP as your variable audio input.
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL - 49 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV 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. Dry with a soft cloth. (A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty.) Place your TV and remote control away from extreme heat, humidity and extremely dusty places.
CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE - 50 - 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.
SPECIFICATIONS - 51 - designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage or power surges. IF YOUR SET SHOULD APPEAR TO HAVE A LOSS OF POWER, PLEASE FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE: 1) Push the power switch (ON/OFF switch) once. 2) If there is still no power, wait 30 seconds and push the power switch again. 3) If there is still no power, unplug the power cord from the wall. Wait thirty seconds and plug the power cord back in. Push the power switch again.
SPECIFICATIONS - 52 - Antenna input impedance.....75 Ohm Channel coverage.....181 ch. VHF-Band.....2 ~ 13 UHF-Band.....14 ~ 69 CATV Mid Band.....A-5 ~ A-1, A-I Super Band.....J-W Hyper Band.....W+1 - W+28 Ultra Band.....W+29 - W+84 Video.....1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm S-Video Luminance (Y).....1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm Chrominance (C).....0.286Vp-p, 75 Ohm Audio input impedance.....47k Ohm Average input level.....470mVrms Maximum input level.....940mVrms Outputs: Video.....1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm Audio (fixed).....
WARRANTY CARD, front - 53 - 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.
WARRANTY CARD, back - 54 - on the screen, 2 years on the CRTs and 1 year on the remaining parts from the date of original purchase. During the applicable limited warranty period for parts, defective parts will be replaced at no charge for the part. Parts used for the replacement will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period for that part. 2.
WARRANTY CARD, back - 55 - year warranty duration. Labor charges to repair or replace lenses found to be defective after the one year warranty duration will not be covered. D. Any new product purchased or service performed outside of the continental United States or its possessions. E. Uncrating, setup, installation, or adjustments of customer operated controls. F. Repairs or replacement parts supplied by other than an Authorized Hitachi Service Facility. G.
WARRANTY CARD, back - 56 - Projection TV Limited Warranty Registration (For your record - Attach sales receipt to this card) Model no. Serial no. Dealer Name Date of Purchase Dealer Address City State Zip 1 FYI Only!!! We have had many callers tell us the magic focus feature did not converge their sets properly. If the caller complains the Magic Focus feature is not working, follow instructions below, then see "Technical Survey" in HP02.