PROJECTION COLOR TV 43GX10B 50GX30B 50DX10B 60DX10B OPERATING GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FIRST TIME USE SETUP SEL CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER 2-4 5-17 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL 18-29 ULTRATEC BIT-MAP ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 30-51 USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 52-59 As an ENERGY STAR¤ Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR¤ guidelines for energy efficiency.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this projection 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).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TELEVISION ¥ Read these instructions. ¥ Keep these instructions. ¥ Heed all warnings. ¥ Follow all instructions. 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.
SAFETY TIPS PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION 17. 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 to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. PART NAME CLU-4311UG REMOTE CONTROL PART NO. ILLUSTRATION POWER TV HL01651 CBL/SAT SWAP PIP HELP DVD/VCR MOVE PIP CH FREEZE MENU SELECT MUTE EXIT VOL LAST CH CH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 INPUT 0 STATUS REC TV/VCR PIX 1. 43 TELEVISION STAND SP-43H (Not included, order separately) OPTIONAL 2. H530047 CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND Excellent for VCR and video-tape storage.
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 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 FRONT VIEW 50DX10B/60DX10B MENU INPUT VOL- VOL+ SELECT EXIT CH- MENU INPUT VOL- VOL+ PUSH CH+ POWER CH- Push open door and pull forward and down CH+ POWER DIGITAL ARRAY SELECT EXIT 43GX10B/50GX30B PUSH CH+ POWER INPUT MENU VOL- VOL+ EXIT SELECT CH- Push open door and pull forward and down CH+ POWER INPUT MENU VOL- VOL+ DIGITAL ARRAY EXIT SELECT CH- MENU/SELECT button This button allows you to ent
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS POWER light You will see a red light when the TV is turned on. PERFECT PICTURE sensor The PERFECT PICTURE sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of light in the room to give the best picture. (see page 48) REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. DIGITAL ARRAY Use this button to enter DIGITAL ARRAY mode. This will allow you to adjust your picture quality to optimum performance.
REAR PANEL JACKS STOP CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT THESE TERMINALS. (Such damage is NOT COVERED by your television warranty) REAR SPEAKER VHF/UHF L S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO R Y/VIDEO VIDEO SP. MATRIX SURROUND (MONO)/L (MONO)/L PB (MONO)/L L EXT.
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter See tips on page 12 L R Y PB OUTPUT STOP OUTPUT INPUT CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT THESE TERMINALS. (Such damage is NOT COVERED by your television warranty) REAR SPEAKER DVD Player, Laserdisc player, etc. VHF/UHF L S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO R Cable TV Box Y/VIDEO VIDEO SP. MATRIX SURROUND (MONO)/L (MONO)/L PB (MONO)/L L EXT.
REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER OF 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 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.
EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, and DVD 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 or 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 4. 1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 4 (Y) jack as shown on the TV set below. 2. Connect the cable from the PB OUT, CB OUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 4 (PB) jack, as shown on the TV set below. 3.
AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound requirements. The television s internal speakers. These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the AUDIO TO HI-FI These speakers are connected to the REAR SPEAKER 8 Ohm output on the TV. output on the TV. L R L R OUT L R IN STEREO SYSTEM AMPLIFIER S S SURROUND FEATURE SURROUND SWITCH* REQUIRED CONNECTION OFF SP.
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 20 to 22. TV POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set On or Off PICTURE-IN-PICTURE See separate section on pages 23-25 for a detailed description. POWER TV CBL/SAT SWAP PIP HELP 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. STATUS button Use the STATUS function to check the channel being received, or if it has stereo (ST) or second audio (SAP).
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV INPUT button The INPUT button will select between the antenna signal and the video inputs. If the Sub-picture is on, and the main picture is chosen with the PIP CH button, the main picture will alternate between the video inputs and antenna source by every press of the INPUT button. If the Sub-Picture is chosen with the PIP CH button, the Sub-Picture will alternate between the video inputs and Antenna source by every press of the input button.
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) Your HITACHI Projection TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Dual Tuner feature allows you to view the antenna input on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each. The Dual Tuner can operate with only one ANTENNA input. ANTENNA input can be viewed as both the main picture and the sub-picture simultaneously.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) 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 MOVE button To move the sub-picture to another corner, press the MOVE button. Tthe sub-picture moves one step counterclockwise every time the MOVE button is pressed. (Example below illustrates the MOVE operation).
PICTURE-IN-PICUTRE (PIP) 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. Press this button again to return to normal 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 29) 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 29.
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 29) 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 29) 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SEL 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. MENU HELP 4. Press HELP on the remote control when a menu is displayed, and text will appear giving a description of that menu. SELECT EXIT This part of the screen shows what selections are available.
SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SEL ULTRATEC OSD SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO MENU LANGUAGE SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET DIGITAL ARRAY Choose English, French, or Spanish text. 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. Match red, green, and blue colors to make white. CHANNEL ID. VIDEO ID.
SETUP SET UP SETUP Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR or on the remote to highlight the function desired.
SETUP SET UP SIGNAL SOURCE 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 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).
SETUP SET UP The time must be set before you can use the 4 EVENT PROGRAM or TV TIME OUT.
SETUP SET UP DIGITAL ARRAY 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. To produce these colors, however, the beams must be precisely aligned over each other so that the colors can be mixed. The process of aligning these picture beams is called convergence .
CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. CUSTOMIZE 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. SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO THEATER AUDIO SETUP SEL MENU Ch a n n e l Id . Vid e o Id .
CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM Use this feature to give a name to any of the four video inputs. VIDEO ID. SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SETUP SEL C h a n n e l Id . Vi d e o Id . F a m ily F a vo r ite s P a r e n ta l Co n tr o l 4 E v e n t Pr o g r a m A u t o L in k C l o s ed Ca p tio n M e n u Ba ckg r o u n d Menu CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SEL C ursor VID EO ID . V ID 1 VID 2 VID 3 VID 4 V i d.
CUSTOMIZE 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. SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO THEATER AUDIO SETUP SEL CUSTOMIZE VIDEO THEATER AUDIO SEL C h a nn e l Id . V i d e o Id .
CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM FAMILY FAVORITES (OPERATION) Use this function to display FAMILY FAVORITES selection to tune the main picture to a desired favorite channel. F a mily F a v o rit e s CURSOR C h 12 < M OVIES> 3 6 8 10 CURSOR To Q u i t Ch 3 FA MILY FAVOR ITE S 3 6 8 10 To Q u i t Exit 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.
CUSTOMIZE 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. SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO CUSTOMIZE THEATER SEL SEL Channel I d. Vi deo I d.
CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM This function will automatically turn the TV on and off, one time only, every day or once a week. 4 EVENT PROG. SETUP VIDEO CUSTOMIZE THEATER AUDIO SEL Channel Id. Vi deo I d.
CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to VIDEO: 4 when it detects a VIDEO input. AUTO LINK SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SEL SEL C h a n n e l I d. Video Id. F a m i l y F a vo r ite s P a r e n t a l C o n tr o l 4 E v e n t P ro g r a m Auto Link C l o s e d C a ptio n M e n u B a c kg r o u n d Menu To M e n u B a r C ursor Vid e o :4 Au to Re m o te Off To Q u i t C hannel Id. V i deo Id.
CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM 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 . CLOSED CAPTION SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SEL SEL C losed C aption Channel Id. Video Id.
VIDEO VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality.
VIDEO VIDEO Your HITACHI Projection TV has a PERFECT PICTURE function which will automatically adjust picture settings to produce the highest quality picture possible. When PERFECT PICTURE is highlighted, press SELECT to turn the PERFECT PICTURE on or off.
AUDIO AUDIO Select AUDIO SETTINGS to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. AUDIO SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SETUP SEL BASS TREBLE BALANCE RESET ADVANCED SETTI NGS SELECT Menu CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER SEL To M e n u B a r 50% 50% To Q u i t Cu rsor Exit BAS S TRE B LE B A LA NCE RE S E T A DV A NCE D S E TT INGS Menu To M e n u B a r 90% 50% To Q u i t Exit Use CURSOR or to highlight the function to be adjusted.
AUDIO AUDIO ADVANCED SETTINGS Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV, depending on listening conditions.
THEATER THEATER Use this function to choose picture and audio settings for a true home THEATER experience. THEATER THEATER MODES Use this function to choose from automatic picture and audio settings to optimize your TV s performance.
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 dry cloth. Place your television away from extreme heat, humidity, and extremely dusty places. Remove the plug from the wall outlet if your television will not be used for a long period of time, for instances, when you go on vacation. DO NOT Do not clean your screen or cabinet with strong cleaners, polishes or a chemically treated cloth.
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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SPECIFICATION Features: ¥ Superfine Picture Quality 850 Line Horizontal Resolution ¥ Pure Green and Red Filter Lenses ¥ PERFECT PICTURE System ¥ Remote (Controls many DVD/VCR brands, cable boxes, and satellite boxes.
USEFUL INFO e c i v r e s To locate an authorized HITACHI service facility in the continental U.S.A. only. 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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