Solid State Color TV 32GX01B 32UX01S 36GX01B 36UX01S OPERATING GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FIRST TIME USE ID FAV SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER 2-4 5-19 THE REMOTE CONTROL 20-31 EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 32-52 USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 53-60 As an ENERGY STAR¤ Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has deternimed that this product meets the ENERGY STAR¤ guidelines for energy efficiency.
IMPORTANT Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this Color Television. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of a sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
IMPORTANT IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION: SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI COLOR TELEVISION · Read all of these instructions. · Save these instructions for later use. · Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the 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.
IMPORTANT PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION 16-1. If an outside antenna is connected to the television, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, NFPA No.
ACCESSORIES Check that you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. 1. Remote Control Unit. 2. Two AA size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). For information regarding how to obtain these accessories, please call TOLL FREE 1-800-448-2244 for your nearest HITACHI Authorized Parts Distributor in the continental United States. For Alaska please contact your nearest HITACHI regional office. PARTS NAME PART NO.
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers. 2. Insert two new AA size batteries for the remote control. When replacing old batteries, push them towards the springs and lift them out. 3. Match the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment. 4. Replace the cover. BOTTOM VIEW Push in and lift up on tab to Lift up on tab to remove back cover. remove back cover. CAUTION: 1.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI COLOR TV ANTENNA Unless your color TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color 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 32UX01S and 36UX01S models only. POWER CH - CH + VOL - VOL + MENU INPUT PUSH CURSOR Power Button Channel Buttons Volume Buttons OPEN DOOR PUSH MENU POWER CH - CH + VOL - VOL + INPUT EXIT MENU CURSOR CURSOR INPUT/ EXIT Infrared Sensor INPUT 3 VIDEO AUDIO L/MONO R Video 3 Input A detailed explanation of the circled numbers is on page 10. See page 22 and 24 for MENU, CURSOR, and EXIT button operations.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS POWER Button Press this button to turn the TV on or off. CHANNEL Selector Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. VOLUME Level Press these buttons for your desired sound level. The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen. INPUT/EXIT Button Press this button to select the current antenna or VIDEO source. Your selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen.
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: INPUT 3 VIDEO INPUT 3 L/MONO R AUDIO VIDEO L/MONO R AUDIO INPUT 3 VIDEO NOTE: L/MONO R AUDIO Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the picture that is played back may be abnormal.
REAR PANEL JACKS REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION 32/36UX01S ANT A 32/36GX01B VHF/UHF INPUT 1 S-VIDEO TO CONVERTER VIDEO L / (MONO) R AUDIO VIDEO L / (MONO) R ANT B Y PB L R INPUT 2 COMPONENT VIDEO PR VIDEO VIDEO Y Y-PB-PR INPUTS L / (MONO) R PB INPUT 2 VHF/UHF ANTENNA TERMINAL AUDIO TO HI-FI OUTPUT TERMINALS INPUT TERMINALS COMPONENT VIDEO PR Y-PB-PR INPUTS AUDIO TO HI-FI S-VIDEO INPUT AUDIO L R AUDIO TO HI-FI VHF/UHF ANTENNA TERMINALS L / (MONO) R AUD
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS (32UX01S and 36UX01S) Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter ANT A ANT A INPUT 1 INPUT 1 S-VIDEO TO CONVERTER VIDEO S-VIDEO L / (MONO) R TO CONVERTER VIDEO R L / (MONO) VIDEO R L / (MONO) PB PR R L AUDIO VIDEO R L / (MONO) PB PR R L AUDIO AUDIO ANT B Y AUDIO ANT B Y COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 2 COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO TO HI-FI INPUT 2 AUDIO TO HI-FI INPUT OUTPUT Cable TV Box Optional, see tips on page 15 ANT IN S-VHS V L O
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS (32GX01B AND 36GX01B) Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VHF/UHF INPUT 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO R L / (MONO) VIDEO R L / (MONO) PB PR AUDIO AUDIO Y COMPONENT VIDEO L R INPUT 2 AUDIO TO HI-FI Optional, see tips on page 15 ANT IN S-VHS V L OUTPUT VCR #1 Y PB P R OUTPUT L R L R INPUT DVD Player, Laserdisc player, etc. Stereo System Amplifier Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.
TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS The S-Video connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. COMPONENT: Y-PBPR connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players. connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player 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. However, you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components and features.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR of the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack 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. Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER OR DVD PLAYER TO INPUT 2. 1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 (Y) jack as shown below. 2. Connect the cable from the PB OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 (PB) jack, as shown below. 3. Connect the cable from the PR OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 (PR) jack, as shown below. 4.
AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound requirements. (See page 52 for SURROUND functions.) The television s internal speakers. These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. POWER CH - CH + VOL - VOL + MENU INPUT Use the Audio to HI-FI output on the television.
THE REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Color TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, DVD, CATV (Cable TV), and satellite converters with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area. To operate your TV, point the remote control at the remote sensor of the TV and press the TV button. The remote will now control your television.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV A detailed explanation of the circled numbers follows on pages 22 to 24. TV POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set On or Off PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (32/36UX01S Only) See separate section on pages 25,26, 27 for a detailed description. HELP button Press this button to display or cancel the help messages of the On-Screen Display.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV TV POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off. SLEEP button Press this button to display the SLEEP TIMER in the lower left corner of the screen. Every subsequent press of this button will add 15 minutes to the timer, up to a maximum of three hours. MENU, CURSOR buttons All On-Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using these buttons. The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV INPUT button 32GX01B and 36GX01B models The INPUT button will select between antenna signal and the video inputs.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV VOLUME, MUTE buttons Press the VOLUME up ( ) or down ( ) 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 ( ) button.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) (32UX01S AND 36UX01S) 32/36UX01S models only. The Picture-in-Picture feature is convenient when you want to watch more than one program at the same time. You can watch a TV program while viewing other programs from the antenna source or any of the video inputs. Your HITACHI Color TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) (32UX01S and 36UX01S) SWAP button If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the Sub-Picture, press the SWAP button. ANT A 31 PIP VIDEO: 1 Gray background Green color VIDEO: 1 PIP ANT A 31 Gray background Green color SWAP NOTE: The SWAP function will not operate if ANT B input is set as the main channel (ANT B input cannot be displayed as a sub-picture). MOVE button To move the sub-picture to another corner, press the MOVE button.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) (32UX01S and 36UX01S) FREEZE button 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. ANT A 31 PIP VIDEO: 1 FREEZE FREEZE Quick FREEZE button Press this button without a Sub-Picture to freeze the picture you are currently viewing.
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) 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn ON your VCR. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR. Press the DVD/VCR button to switch to the VCR pre-coded mode. Hold down the DVD/VCR button on the remote, enter the two digit preset code that matches your VCR as shown on page 31.
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) 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn ON your DVD Player. Aim the remote control at the front of your DVD Player. Press the DVD/VCR button to switch to the DVD Player pre-coded mode.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX/SATELLITE FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your cable/satellite box. This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes and satellite systems. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your cable/satellite box. (refer to page 31) 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn ON your cable/satellite box. Aim the remote control at the front of your cable/satellite box. Press the CBL/SAT button to switch to the cable/satellite box pre-coded mode.
CABLE, SATELLITE, VCR, AND DVD CODES CABLE BRAND CODE SATELLITE BRAND CODE VCR 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ID FAV EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI color TV. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to highlight and select different features. 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. HELP MENU EXIT This part of the screen shows what selections are available.
ID FAV EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE SET UP ID FAV CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER MENU LANGUAGE SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET Choose English, French, or Spanish language. Select Antenna or Cable TV. First time set up for channel buttons. Channel buttons, add, skip. Check channel name, scan, and PARENTAL CONTROL. Set before using timer features. CHANNEL ID. VIDEO ID.
SETUP SET UP Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR or on the remote to highlight the function desired. SET UP ID FAV SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER MENU M ENU LA N GU AGE SIGNAL SOU R C E AUTO C H A N N E L SE T CHA N N E L ME MORY CHA N N E L LIS T CL OCK SE T TO QUIT NOTE: EXIT To see an auto-demonstration of the on-screen displays with HELP text displayed, press and hold the POWER button on the TV set for approximately five seconds.
SETUP SET UP Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select CATV if you have cable TV.
SETUP SET UP AUTO CHANNEL SET This feature will automatically store active TV channels in CHANNEL MEMORY. This will allow you to skip unused channels when using CHANNEL UP ( ) or DOWN ( ).
SETUP SET UP CHANNEL MEMORY Use this function after AUTO CHANNEL SET to add or erase additional channels to the remote control CHANNEL or buttons.
SETUP SET UP CHANNEL LIST This function allows you to review which channels are labeled in CHANNEL ID (ID.), which have been added to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), and which are protected by PARENTAL CONTROL LOCK (LOCK).
SETUP SET UP CLOCK SET The time must be set before you can use the 4 EVENT PROGRAM or TV TIME OUT.
ID FAV CUSTOM CUSTOM ID FAV This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. CUSTOM 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. ID FAV ID FAV SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER CURSOR MENU CHANNEL ID. VIDEO ID.
ID FAV CUSTOM CUSTOM Use this feature to give a name to any of the video inputs. VIDEO ID. ID FAV ID FAV SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER C H ANNEL ID. V I D EO ID. P A RENT AL CONT ROL F A M ILY FAVORIT ES 4 EVENT PROGRAM C L OSED CAPT ION MENU TO MENU BAR SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER CURSOR VID EO ID . V ID 1 VID 2 VID 3 V ID EO LIST C U S TOM RESET TO QUIT MENU EXIT TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT CURSOR ID FAV ID FAV SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER V IDEO ID.
ID FAV CUSTOM CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL 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 amount of time that you set. The code to enter PARENTAL CONTROL is a four digit secret code number. The factory preset code is 0000. Use the number buttons to select secret code. SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER C H A N NEL ID. V I D E O ID.
ID FAV CUSTOM CUSTOM FAMILY FAVORITES (MENU) This function allows you to group your favorite channels into six personalized categories that you can rename. A total of 24 channels can be stored in the FAMILY FAVORITES function. ID FAV ID FAV SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER C HANNEL ID. VIDEO ID.
ID FAV CUSTOM CUSTOM FAMILY FAVORITES (OPERATION) Use this function to tune the main picture to a desired favorite channel. FAM ILY FAVORIT ES CURSOR FA MILY FAVOR ITE S C H 12 < M OVIES > 3 6 8 9 CURSOR C H 21 < S P OR TS > 21 12 15 CURSOR FAM ILY FAVORIT ES C H 21 < SPORTS > 21 12 15 Press the CURSOR button. Select a category using CURSOR or buttons. Use CURSOR or buttons to highlight a favorite channel and the TV will automatically tune to that channel.
ID FAV CUSTOM CUSTOM 4 EVENT PROG. This function will automatically turn the TV on and off, one time only, every day or once a week. ID FAV SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER CHANNE L ID. VI DEO ID.
ID FAV CUSTOM CUSTOM 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 these programs as CC . or ID FAV ID FAV SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER C H A N N EL ID. V I D E O ID.
VIDEO VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality.
VIDEO VIDEO COLOR TEMPERATURE Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings exactly the way you want it and improve picture quality. ID FAV ID FAV SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER CURSOR MENU CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COL OR TINT SHARPNESS RESET COLOR TEM PERATURE MENU TO MENU BAR 100% 50% 50% 50% TO QUIT EXIT C U R SOR CO NT RA S T B RIG HT NE S S CO LO R T INT S HA RP NE S S RE S E T CO LO R TE M P E RATURE MENU TO MENU BAR Use CURSOR or to select function.
AUDIO AUDIO Select AUDIO SETTINGS to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality.
AUDIO AUDIO ADVANCED SETTINGS Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV, depending on listening conditions.
AUDIO AUDIO use this function to reduce the volume level of up to four channels that sound loud compared to other channels.
THEATER THEATER Use this function to choose picture settings for a true home THEATER experience. THEATER SURROUND Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV s performance.
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI COLOR TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL ASK DEMAN ME! MOI! DO Make sure the TV set is turned OFF when cleaning the TV set. Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty. Place your television away from extreme heat, humidity, and extremely dusty places.
ASK DEMAN ME! MOI! 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.
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ASK DEMAN ME! MOI! USEFUL INFO Features: ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ Dual Antenna Inputs (32UX01S and 36UX01S models) Superfine Picture Quality 700 Line Horizontal Resolution Remote Transmitter (Controls many VCR, DVD, cable box, and satellite brands) P-in-P Functions (32UX01S and 36UX01S models) EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE OSD Full set of input jacks, including S-Video Closed Caption Decoder Comb Filter, Wide-Band Video-Amp, and Color Temperature Control.
ASK DEMAN ME! MOI! USEFUL INFO e c i v r e s 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 800 HITACHI (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.
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