TABLE OF CONTENTS i HITACHI PROJECTION COLOR TV 46UX24B/25K 60SX12B/13K 50UX26B/27K 50SX8B OPERATING GUIDE 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................ 2 IMPORTANT.............................................................................................................................................. 3 SAFETY TIPS............................................................................................................................................. 5 PICTURE CAUTIONS ...
IMPORTANT IMPORTANT Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television receiver. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This television receiver will display television closed captioning ( accordance with paragraph 15, 119 of the FCC rules. or ), in CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the set as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards. If the set does not operate properly, unplug the set and call your dealer or service shop.
SAFETY TIPS SAFETY TIPS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION RECEIVER CAUTION: * Read all of these instructions. * Save these instructions for later use. * Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television receiver. Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI television receivers. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units.
SAFETY TIPS power cord is subject to traffic or abuse. This may result in a shock or fire hazard. 5 Do not attempt to service this television set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 6 Never push objects of any kind into this television set through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
SAFETY TIPS 11-2 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET 12 Do not use this television set near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. Never expose the set to rain or water.
SAFETY TIPS protected against voltage surges and built up static charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, NFPA No. 70-1975, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrode, and requirements for the grounding electrode. Click to see antenna grounding diagram.
SAFETY TIPS 21 When going on a holiday: If your television set is to remain unused for a period of time, turn the television set "off" and unplug it from the wall outlet. IF THIS SET DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY 22 If you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in your operating instructions, do not attempt any further adjustment. Unplug the set and call your dealer or service technician.
PICTURE CAUTIONS PICTURE CAUTIONS WARNING Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can cause permanent damage to projection television receivers. Such "PATTERN BURNS" constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your Hitachi Factory Warranty.
ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-413UI (Part No. HL00213) 2. Two "AA" size, 1.5 V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. Open the battery cover of the remote transmitter by pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers. 2. Insert two new "AA" size batteries equivalent for the remote.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV 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 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.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV CAUTION: The magnetic field of external speakers may cause the TV picture to 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 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.
HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna, connect the VHF or UHF antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF adaptor. Plug the adaptor into the antenna terminal on the TV. When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal, and connect the cables to the antenna mixer. Consult your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT PANEL CONTROLS Click to see front panel diagram. MENU/EXIT 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. This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode. INPUT selector Press this button to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3 or alternate antenna source. Your selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 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. 11 FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO:3) Use these audio/video jacks for a "quick" hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite show or new recording. (Press the INPUT button until VIDEO:3 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen.
FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in the following examples: NOTE: Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the played back picture may be abnormal. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack.
REAR PANEL JACKS REAR PANEL JACKS 1 Antenna Input/Output The remote control allows you to 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 SubPicture. ANT B can only be displayed as a Main Picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as a PIP 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.
REAR PANEL JACKS 6 Rear Speaker Terminals These terminals are used to connect external speakers, which are used for the surround sound feature. The volume level is controlled by the remote control main volume buttons and also by an independent rear volume feature found in the HOME THEATERSURROUND menu. Use speakers with 8 Ohm impedance only. 7 S-Video Input 1 provides S-Video (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-Video output capability.
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Click to see Rear Panel Connections Illustration Typical full feature set-up. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.
REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTION REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTION Connect after turning the power to the TV OFF. Press the Right Speaker red button and insert the positive (+) lead wire into the hole next to the button. Once the wire is in place, pull the red button back to the original position and 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.
REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTION TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS The S-Video connection is provided for high performance laser discs, VCR's 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.
AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement and refer to the table for the current surround sound requirements. (See page 56 for SURROUND functions.) 1 The television's internal speakers. 2 The television's internal center channel speaker, which is on only when the television is in SURROUND DOLBY- mode. 3 These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the "AUDIO TO HIFI" output on the TV.
THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-952MP) THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-952MP) In addition to controlling the functions of your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote is designed to operate different types of VCR's, CATV (Cable TV) converters 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 the three pages.
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HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV Genius Remote Control Illustration 1 TV POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off. 2 CABLE/VCR/AUDIO POWER button Once the remote is programmed, press this button to control 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. (See pages 16, 27, 28, 29.
HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV buttons. Channel selection may also be performed by pressing CH up ( ) or down ( ). You may also use these buttons for QUICK LIST. Press and hold the CH up ( ) or down ( ) button and a window will appear, allowing you to choose the channel you wish to tune. Release the CH ( ) or ( ) button when the channel you wish to tune is highlighted, and the TV will tune to that channel.
HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV Closed Caption will appear when TV is muted, regardless of CLOSED CAPTIONED on/off. 9 LAST CHANNEL (LST-CH) button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. (Good for watching two sporting events, etc.) 10 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE See separate section on page 22 for a description. 11 HOME THEATER button Press this button to enter the THEATER MODES menu (Every press of this button will change THEATER MODES settings. (See page 55.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) Your Hitachi Projection TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed to give you improved viewing enjoyment. This Dual Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both MAIN and PIP sub-pictures 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 main picture and sub-picture, simultaneously.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) channel number.) Press the INPUT button when sub-picture channel tuning is being controlled, to change between VIDEO:1, VIDEO: 2, VIDEO: 3 and ANT A antenna source. (ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub-picture.) NOTE: Since ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub-picture, only single PIP mode is possible when ANT B is selected as the Main Channel.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) NOTE: 1. If no buttons are pressed when in MULTI-CHANNEL PIP mode, autoscanning will continuously scan. 2. If a channel is tuned during this MULTI-CHANNEL scanning, sub-pictures will be removed from the screen. 2 SWAP button If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the sub-picture, press the "SWAP" button. NOTE: The SWAP button will only operate when the SINGLE PIP mode is chosen.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) mode (SX models only) is chosen. When used in SPLIT PIP mode, only the right subpicture is frozen (Left sub-picture remains active). 5 FREEZE (FRZ) button (With PIP OFF) Press the "FRZ" button without a sub-picture and a screen appears which allows you to to select which type of FREEZE mode you wish to view (SINGLE, use CURSOR , STROBE, SPLIT, or MAIN for SX models and SINGLE or STROBE for UX models).
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) iii MAIN FREEZE (SX models only) Press the "FRZ" button a second time to freeze one frame of the picture you are currently viewing. The entire screen will freeze. Press this button again or "PIP" to return to normal viewing. 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. You may also vary its position using the CURSOR buttons.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS Operating the pre-coded function for your VCR. This remote is designed to operate different types of VCR's. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your VCR. (Refer to page 30.) Remote Control Illustration 1. Set the MULTI-PAGE select switch to "VCR". 2. Turn ON your VCR. 3. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR. 4.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX/SATELLITE FUNCTIONS USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX/SATELLITE FUNCTIONS Operating the pre-coded function for your cable/satellite box. This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes and Digital Satellite Systems. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your cable/satellite box. (Refer to page 30.) Remote Control Illustration 1. Set the MULTI-PAGE select switch to "TV/CABLE". 2. Turn ON your cable/satellite box. 3.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS 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 of your audio equipment. Remote Control Illustration 1. Set the MULTI-PAGE select switch to "AUDIO". 2. Turn ON the audio component you wish to control with your remote control (AMP, CD or TAPE). 3.
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES AMPLIFIER AMPLIFIER BRAND CODES AMPLIFIER BRAND CODES CARVER 51 MAGNAVOX 51 MARANTZ 51 OPTIMUS 00,01 PHILIPS 51 PIONEER 00,01 TECHNICS 02 WARDS 00 CD PLAYER CD PLAYER BRAND CODE CD PLAYER BRAND CODE ADCOM 16 AIWA 17 CALIFORNIA AUDIO LAB 06 CARVER 17 DENON 04 DKK 03 EMERSON 16 FISHER 08 GENEXXA 07 HITACHI 07,14,15,16,21,23,24 JVC 10 KENWOOD 05,08,19 KRELL 17 MAGNAVOX 17 MARANTZ 0
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES CD PLAYER BRAND CODE CD PLAYER BRAND CODE PIONEER 07,52 PROTON 17 QED 17 QUASAR 06 RCA 09,16 REALISTIC 16 ROTEL 17 SAE 17 SANSUI 17 SCOTT 16 SONY 03,18 Technics 06, 20, 22 VICTOR 10 CABLE BRAND CABLE BRAND CODES CABLE BRAND CODES ABC 03,05,06,09,11,12,14 ARCHER 40 BELCOR 31 CABLE STAR 31 CENTURY 40 CITIZEN 40 CONTEC 15 DAE RYUNG 06 GARRARD 40 GC ELECTRONICS 31 GEMINI 13 GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 09,51 GOLD STAR 39 H
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES CABLE BRAND CODES CABLE BRAND CODES PARAGON 00 PHILIPS 40 PIONEER 39,63 PULSAR 00 RCA 17 REGAL 16,49,50 REMBRANDT 09 RUNCO 00 SAMSUNG 39 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 06,49,50 SIGNAL 13 SIGNATURE 09 SPRUCER 17 STARCOM 03,13 STARGATE 13 STARQUEST 13 TOCOM 10,11,33 TOSHIBA 00 TURSA 13 UNIKA 40 UNITED ARTIST 05 UNITED CABLE 03 UNIVERSAL 31,40 ZENITH 00,62 CASSETTE BRAND CODE CASSETTE BRAND CODE HITACHI 56,57,61,62 JVC 59 KE
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES MISC. AUDIO BRAND MISC. AUDIO BRAND CODE MISC.
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES SATELLITE BRANDS SATELLITE BRAND CODES SATELLITE BRAND CODES GENERAL INSTRUMENT 64 JERROLD 64.65 PRIMESTAR 64,65 RCA 60 SONY 66 TELEVISION BRAND TELEVISON BRAND CODES TELEVISION BRAND CODES HITACHI 00 MEGATRON 00 VCR BRAND CODES VCR BRAND CODES ADVENTURA 00 AIKO 50 AIWA 00 AKAI 14,23 AMERICA HIGH 09 ASHA 48 AUDIOVOX 10 BEAUMARK 48 BELL & HOWELL 30 Broksonic 33, 37, 43 CALIX 10 CANON 09 CARVER 28 CCE 27,.
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES VCR BRAND CODE VCR BRAND CODE ELECTROPHONIC 10 EMEREX 06 EMERSON 00, 01, 10, 16, 23, 33, 37, 40, 43, 50 Fisher 19, 30 Fuji 07,09 FUNAI 00 GARRARD 00 GE 09, 22, 24 Goldstar 10, 11 Gradiente 00 Harley Davidson 00 Harman/Kardon 11 Harwood 27 Headquarter 18 Hi-Q 19 Hitachi 14,15,24 Jensen 14 JVC 14,26 KEC 10,50 Kenwood 11,14,26 KLH 27 Kodak 9,10 Lloyd 00 Lloyd’s 40 Logik 27 LXI 10 Magnavox 09,12,28 Magnin 48 Maran
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES Optimus 10,20,30 Panasonic 09,35,46 Penney 09,10,11,13,15,48 Pentax 15,24 Philco 09 Phillips 09,28 Pilot 10 Pioneer 26 Protec 27 Pulsar 12 Quarter 18 Quartz 18 Quasar 09 Radio Shack 00,10 Radix 10 Randex 10 RCA 15,22,24 Realistic 00,09,10,18,19,20,30,48 Ricoh 08 Runco 12 Samsung 17,48 Sanky 12,20 Sansui 14,26 Sanyo 18,19,30,48 Scott 16,17,33,37,43 Sears 09,10,15,18,19,30 Sharp 20 Shintom 27 Shogun 48 Singer 27
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES Video Concepts 13,17,23 Videosonic 48 Wards 00,09,15,19,20,22,27,48 XR-1000 00,09,27 Yamaha 11 Zenith 07,08,12 45
ULTRATEC OSD ULTRATEC OSD 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Projection TV. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to highlight a different feature. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. 4. Press HELP on the remote control when a menu is displayed, and text will appear giving a description of that menu.
ULTRATEC OSD MENU LANGUAGE PLUG & PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS white. Choose English, French, or Spanish text. Optimum hook up for your system. Select Antenna or Cable TV. First time set up for channel buttons. Channel buttons, add, skip. Check channel name, scan, and child lock. Set before using timer features.
ULTRATEC OSD SURROUND OFF MATRIX HALL DOLBY GRAPHIC EQ WIRELESS SOUND SUB-WOOFER Special sound effects. Deactivates all surround modes. Simulate surround sound for Non-Dolby programs. Creates concert hall sound. Provides true Dolby surround sound. More precise audio control. Adjust audio output for wireless speaker. Adjust Sub-Woofer volume. iv PERSONAL MESSAGES Use to leave message or daily reminder. SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER Set TV to remind you of birthday's, etc.
INITIAL SETUP INITIAL SETUP the CURSOR , Select INITIAL SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use buttons on the remote to highlight the function desired. NOTE: To see an autodemonstration of the on-screen display with HELP text displayed, press and hold the POWER button on the TV set for approximately 5 seconds. Press the POWER button on the TV again to end the autodemonstration.
INITIAL SETUP This graphic guide function will help you to properly set up your TV or Home Theater System. Simply answer two questions and a graphic will be displayed, showing you the optimum setup for your personalized system. Press CURSOR or to highlight the correct answers to both questions. Press CURSOR to display the graphic guide. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to begin AUTO CHANNEL SET. (See page 36.) SIGNAL SOURCE Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna.
INITIAL SETUP have cable TV. or to highlight and select the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode. Press CURSOR Press EXIT to quit MENU or CURSOR to return to previous menu. 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 CATV1 mode, set SIGNAL SOURCE to CATV2. AUTO CHANNEL SET This feature will automatically store active TV channels in CHANNEL MEMORY.
INITIAL SETUP DOWN ( ) buttons. If the EXIT button is pressed while the AUTO CHANNEL SET function is engaged, programming will stop. If two antennas are connected, switch antenna inputs with the INPUT button and repeat AUTO CHANNEL SET for the second antenna input. Remember to select the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode before using AUTO CHANNEL SET for the second antenna input. See CHANNEL MEMORY to add or erase additional channels.
INITIAL SETUP Add or erase additional channels while still in CHANNEL MEMORY using CURSOR or , CHANNEL or , and number buttons and then add or erase using the CURSOR button. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu. CHANNEL LIST This function allows you to review which channels are labeled in CHANNEL ID (NAME) which have been added to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), and which are protected by CHILD LOCK (LOCK).
INITIAL SETUP Press CURSOR or to review more channels. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu. CLOCK SET The time must be set before you can use 4 EVENT PROGRAM, PERSONAL MESSAGE, SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER, or CALENDAR.
INITIAL SETUP Use CURSOR or buttons to set the time, date, and year. Press CURSOR to change position. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu. MAGIC FOCUS Your projection TV has three color projection tubes: one for red, one for gree, 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.
INITIAL SETUP move TV during self adjust.) To enter this self adjust mode, you may also select MAGIC FOCUS from the INITIAL SETUP Menu. However, this will display a message prompting you to press the front panel MAGIC FOCUS button. NOTE: Only a momentary press of the MAGIC FOCUS button is necessary to start AUTO DIGITAL CONVERGENCE. At any time during this convergence correction process, you may press the MAGIC FOCUS button to exit the MAGIC FOCUS mode.
CUSTOMIZE CUSTOMIZE This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. CHANNEL ID 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 CATV1 signal source is selected. or to select letters. Press CURSOR Press CURSOR to change character position. Press CURSOR or , CHANNEL or , and the number buttons to select and label additional channels.
CUSTOMIZE The (*) represents a blank space. Select ERASE ID to erase a CHANNEL ID. NOTE: CHANNEL ID will be displayed only when channel is displayed as main picture. VIDEO ID Use this feature to give a name to any of the 3 video inputs. Press CURSOR to select the video input to be renamed. Press CURSOR or to select letters. Press CURSOR to change position. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu. The (*) represents a blank space. Select RESET to set VIDEO to original condition.
CUSTOMIZE To rename the categories, use CURSOR buttons to highlight the category you would like to rename. Use CURSOR or to change a letter and CURSOR to select the next character to change. To reset categories and channels back to original factory preset, select RESET then press CURSOR . To enter a channel into a category, highlight a box below the category title. or or the number buttons to enter the desired channel. Repeat Press CHANNEL until category has been set with your favorite channels.
CUSTOMIZE Press any CURSOR button. Select a category heading using CURSOR or . Press MENU and the category will be displayed as sub-pictures at the right edge of the screen for UX models and the left and bottom edges of the screen for SX models. This is useful for previewing a category. Use the CURSOR buttons to highlight a favorite channel and the TV will automatically tune to that channel. Press EXIT to remote FAMILY FAVORITES OSD from the screen.
CUSTOMIZE Use CURSOR or to highlight function and CURSOR to set ON or OFF. When CHANNEL is turned on, the picture and sound for the chosen channel will be blocked out. When VIDEO: 1, 2 or 3 is turned on, the picture and sound for the chosen video input will be blocked out (To lock a Video input, you must be tuned to the input you wish to lock). When QUICK LOCK is turned on, the picture and sound for channels 3, 4 and all Video inputs will be blocked out.
CUSTOMIZE This function will automatically turn the TV on and off, one time only, every day or once a week. Press CURSOR to select PROGRAM 1, 2, 3 or 4. Press CURSOR or to select the time the TV will turn on and off. Use CURSOR to change position. or to highlight then CURSOR to select MODE: ONCE (one Press CURSOR time only) or MODE: DAILY (TV will turn on/off at the same time every day), or MODE: WEEKLY (TV will turn on/off at same time every week).
CUSTOMIZE ON and OFF TIMERS. For safety, the TV should be turned off when you are away from home. AUTO LINK Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to VIDEO: 1 when it detects a VIDEO: 1 input. PICTURE Use CURSOR or to change AUTO LINK setting. When AUTO is selected, the TV will turn on and tune to VIDEO: 1 automatically, when a VIDEO: 1 input is detected. This is convenient when you want to watch a movie with your VCR or Laser Disc Player.
CUSTOMIZE This function allows you to choose from 2 MENU BACKGROUNDS. PICTURE or to change the MENU BACKGROUND setting. Use CURSOR Select SHADOW and a light background is visible. Select CLEAR and no background is visible. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu.
VIDEO SETTINGS VIDEO SETTINGS Select VIDEO SETTINGS to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. PICTURE or to highlight the function to be adjusted. Use the CURSOR Press CURSOR or to adjust the function. Use CURSOR or to highlight RESET or ADVANCED SETTINGS, then CURSOR to return to previous menu. Press EXIT to quit menu. NOTE: If CONTRAST is selected, you are adjusting CONTRAST. The additional menu items BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, TINT, and SHARPNESS can be selected and adjusted in the same manner.
VIDEO SETTINGS When RESET is selected, press CURSOR preset conditions. to return video adjustments to factory ADVANCED SETTINGS Your HITACHI TV has an AI (Artificial Intelligence) function which automatically adjust picture settings to produce the highest quality picture possible. When AI is highlighted, use CURSOR to turn the AI on or off. PICTURE or to select function. Use CURSOR Use CURSOR to change the function setting. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu.
AUDIO SETTINGS AUDIO SETTINGS Select AUDIO SETTINGS to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. PICTURE or to highlight the function to be adjusted. Use the CURSOR Press CURSOR or to adjust the function. Use CURSOR or to highlight RESET or ADVANCED SETTINGS, CURSOR to return to previous menu. Press EXIT to quit menu. NOTE: If BASS is selected you are adjusting BASS. The additional menu items TREBLE and BALANCE can be selected and adjusted in the same manner.
AUDIO SETTINGS Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance on the TV depending on listening conditions. PICTURE Press CURSOR or to highlight a function. Press CURSOR to change the function setting. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu. MTS MODE (Multi-Channel Television Sound) will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), SAP (second audio program) which may be a secondary language, weather report, etc.
AUDIO SETTINGS televisions center speaker.
HOME THEATER HOME THEATER Use this function to choose Picture and Sound settings for a true HOME THEATER experience. THEATER MODES Use this function to choose from automatic picture and sound settings to optimize your TV's performance. PICTURE Use CURSOR or or the HOME THEATER button on your remote control to change THEATER MODES settings. When MOVIE mode is chosen, AI and DYNAMIC BASS are automatically set to ON.
HOME THEATER volume is set. SURROUND OFF Use this for normal stereo/mono broadcasts. MATRIX SURROUND 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.
HOME THEATER NOTE: When in Dolby Surround Mode, the Audio-Advanced Settings-Perfect Volume feature will automatically be set to off mode. GRAPHIC EQUALIZER Use this function to precisely control tonal quality by using seven different frequency controls. PICTURE Press CURSOR to select the frequency you wish to adjust. To increase the amount of frequency audio to all speakers, use CURSOR . .
HOME THEATER mode. (See pages 56 and 58.) SUB WOOFER Use this feature to provide variable audio output to optional sub woofer. Use CURSOR to select the volume adjustment bar. Use CURSOR or to adjust SUB WOOFER volume. to highlight VOLUME, then CURSOR Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR return to previous menu.
INFO. CENTER INFO. CENTER This function allows your TV to assist you with your busy day to day schedule. v PERSONAL MESSAGE Use this function to set one or two personal messages once a day or one time only. Press CURSOR to select Message 1 or Message 2. Press CURSOR or to select a letter or other character. Press CURSOR to change position. The asterisk (*) represents a blank space. Use CURSOR or until ERASE MESSAGE is highlighted, then press CURSOR to erase message.
INFO. CENTER Press CURSOR to select EVENT 1 to 6. Press CURSOR or to select a letter. Press CURSOR to change position. To erase Special Event, select ERASE EVENT then press CURSOR . Highlight the day of first reminder using CURSOR buttons, then press CURSOR to select. Select day of reminder using CURSOR buttons. To exit date set mode but remain in SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER menu, press the MENU button. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu.
INFO. CENTER Dates programmed in SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER will appear blinking and special event message will be displayed. Press CURSOR or to change the month. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu. NOTE: Dates of SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER will appear blinking. Special event message will be displayed only if current date is within the Day Of First Reminder Specifications as chosen in SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER. (See page 6?.
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL 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 with 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.
RECEPTION PROBLEMS 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 the other is reflected from tall buildings, hills or some other objects. Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve reception.
CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Troubleshooting chart. This Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to 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.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Features: • Superfine Picture Quality 1000 Line Horizontal Resolution • Pure Green and Red Filter Lenses • Artificial Intelligence System • Dolby Pro Logic*/Hall/Matrix 3-Way Surround Sound • Remote (Controls many VCR brands, cable boxes, and other audio equipment.
SPECIFICATIONS 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).........470mVrms, 1k Ohm Dimensions: 50SX8B • Height (in.) 13/16 • Width (in.) 3/16 • Depth (in.
SPECIFICATIONS Norcross, GA 30093 Tel: 770-279-5600 Honolulu, HI 96819 Tel: 808-836-3621 For TV's purchased in Canada only, please contact one of the Hitachi offices below, should you have any questions regarding service, operation or technical assistance. MONTREAL TORONTO VANCOUVER 3300 Trans Canada 6740 Campobello Road 54 Humber Place, Annacia Industrial Estate Point Claire, Quebec Mississauga, Ontario New Westminster, B.C.