OPERATING GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FIRST TIME USE 2-3 4-20 THE REMOTE CONTROL 21-40 ON-SCREEN 41-72 H Video IIA°_o _1 II_o_k_ _1 DISPLAY [_ USEFUL INFORMATION As an ENERGY STAR @ Partner, product Hitachi, Ltd. has determined meets the ENERGYSTAR@guidelines that this for energy efficiency.
IMPORTANT SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI televisions. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television.
IMPORTANT Read before operating equipment Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television. 1. Read these instructions. 15. Televisions are designed to comply with the recommended safety standards for tilt and stability. Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front, or top, of the cabinet which could cause the product to overturn resulting in product damage and!or personal injury. 16. Follow instructions for wall, shelf or ceiling mounting as recommended by the manufacturer. 17.
ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES ("AA") (see@ QO@ O@Q 0 Q Oo @ 66_ Q(E_® 2. 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-5724TSI (Part No. HL01824). 2. Two "AA" size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). 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 and pulling the cover off. 2.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV ANTENNA Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor TV antenna is recommended for best performance. However, if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be sufficient. iii !i! 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 For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors. and input connector types required by the various components and the length of 300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm). video and audio cables that have phono connectors.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS ® ijjjjjj (_) MENU/SELECT button This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote. This button also serves as the SELECT button when in MENU mode. (_) INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or alternate antenna source. in the top right corner of the screen. This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode.
FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience examples: N"UT5 "@o 5°6 SVIDEO VDEOL/MONQ R to allow you to easily connect a camcorder [] MAGIC FOCUS • / or VCR as shown in the following AUDIO1 NP_r_ @060 S.V]DEO V DEO L/MONO I I R MAGIC_FOCUS // INPUT OUTPUT S-VHS Video camera S-VHS Back of VCR L NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the played back picture may be abnormal. 2.
REAR PANEL JACKS ? r_ P_j I++..... 6+ @@ ...... @ @ P_ '+ Y O r ++ (tr_E im 5 ijjjjjj ] ® ®® (_) Antenna Input/Output ANT A- A 75-Ohm RF antenna or CATV (Cable TV) input. ANT A can be displayed as a main picture or sub+picture. ANT B- A 75-Ohm RF antenna or CATV (Cable TV) input. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture.
REAR PANELJACKS (_) Component: Y-PBPR Inputs Inputs 1 and 2 provide Y-PBPR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. You may use composite video signal for INPUT:2. NOTES: 1, Do not connect composite VIDEO and S-VIDEO to Input 3, 4 or 5 at the same time. S-VIDEO has priority over VIDEO input. 2, Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y,and R-Y.
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP :::i DVDPlayer O:J FPU, 14DTV Set Top Box ijjjjj VCR _2 Laserdisc camcorder StereoSystem Amplifier NOTES: 1, 2. 3. 4. Connect only I component to each input jack. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. Composite video signal can be input to Input2~lnput5. Cables are not included with the purchase of this TV, except when noted as "provided".
TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS S-VIDEO connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. Use these iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii !ii! !il iiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_!_iill If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the television.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the TV remote control, connect the system as shown below. REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION ! ! :::i ! ! ijjjjj StereoSystemAmplifier NOTES: 1. To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound using the remote control of the TV set, 2. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. 3.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement. {_The television's internal speakers will act as center speaker (select Audio-Internal Speakers-TV as Center). (_ These FRONT left and right speakers are connected to the FRONT output of a separate audio amplifier. (_) These REAR left and right speakers are connected to the REAR output of a separate audio amplifier.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your TV set is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner's manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs. The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions. However, you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components and features.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A STEREO SOURCE TO INPUT2~INPUT5 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO SOURCE TO INPUT 3, 4AND 5 1. Connect the cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIOIR) jack. 3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4.
CONNECTING CONNECTING A COMPONENT EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES SOURCE WITH DVI-HDTV CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1 1. Connect the DVI connection cable from the output of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the DVI-HDTV input as shown on the TV set below. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4.
CONNECTING CONNECTING 1. EXTERNAL A COMPONENT SOURCE VIDEO SOURCES TO INPUT I OR 2: Y-PBPR . Connect the came from the V OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD p,ayer or HDTV set top box to the ,NPUT (V)jack, as shown on the TV set be,ow. 2.connect the cab,e from the Co.PB OUT orB.OUT ofthe ,ac 3. Connect thecame from the CR/P R OUT or R-Y OUT ofthe ,aserdisc/DVUplayeror HDTV settop box tothe INPUT (PR)jack. 4.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH DIGITAL INTERFACE CAPABILITY TO IEEE1394 TERMINALS 1. Connect the IEEE1394 cable from the output of the component with IEEE1394 capability, such as a Set-Top-Box or Digital VCR, to the IEEE1394 input terminals shown on the TV set below. IEEE 1394 allows the television and the external device to communicate with one another, When using IEEE1394 connections, you enable video and audio digital data exchange between a compatible device.
THE REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver, DVD players, and other audiotvideo equipment with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area. To operate your TV, point the remote control at the screen of the TV and press the TV button.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV I HITACHI (_) POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 21 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) (_)TVbuffon WhentheTV buttonispressed, itwillblink, toindicatetheremoteisinTV mode. (_) VCR button When the VCR button is pressed, it will blink to indicate the remote is in VCR mode (see page 34).
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV (_CD, AMP buttons When pressed, each of these buttons will blink to indicate the remote is in Audio mode (see page 39). (_) CHANNEL selector buttons CHANNEL selector buttons are used to select channels, lock access code, etc. Enter one, two, or three numbers to select channels. Enter "0" first for channels 1 to 9, or simply press the single digit channel you wish to tune then wait a few seconds for the TV to tune.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV AM NET button Press this button once to access the PHOTO MC menu. This feature is useful for viewing digital still pictures from your digital camera using a memory card and displaying them on the TV screen, Insert Photo MC (memory card) to be viewed to the PHOTO MC slot in the control panel [(SD) Secure Digital, (MMC) Multimedia Card, (CF) Compact Flash, (MD) Micro Drive, (MS) Memory Stick, (SM) Smart Media].
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV SLIDESHOW Select this menu item to start a slideshow of the Photos in the memory card. 30 seconds. Time interval selections can be set from 5, 10 and THUMB STICK © P S _ _de_Jhow THUMB STICK ©. 5 _Jec_f_d_ elx_ Io iiiZ_;_ Use THUMBSTICK A, • to highlight Slideshow item. While interval is highlighted, press SELECT to change interval time from 5, 10 and 30 seconds. Each press will change interval time from the three mentioned choices.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV IEEE1394 Use this function to control your devices with digital interface capability. device is connected. Press the AM NET button to confirm if your 1394 (When an IEEE1394 device is not connected) AV NET © • _l_ve (Nc_ _ 3SJ4 I_ev_ c_s) (When an IEEE1394 device is connected) liiiii_ili_!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!ii_ "_ AV _f4UMB SLICK NET O I _ Move _ Sel_;t I ?HU_,IB S?ICK ?_{VMB S?ICK ©.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depending on the input signal format received, the picture format ratio allows you to adjust the images through the following options. 4:3 STANDARD Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV (_) VIRTUAL HD button Press this button to toggle between 1080i and 540p (This feature is not available while in ANT C mode). 540p and 1080i represent two ways to display the TV signal. Progressive: The "p" in 540p tells you that the display is showing you the picture in the progressive format. With the progressive format the complete picture is created by drawing lines across the screen from left to right which fill the screen from the top to the bottom.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV (_) LAST CHANNEL (LAST CH) button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed (Good for watching two sporting events, etc.). (_ PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons See separate section on pages 31-33 for a description. SURF button Press the SURF button to automatically scan all active channel numbers (those set in memory) pictures. Press the SURF button a second time to remove the sub-pictures from the screen.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ANTENNA button The ANT button will select between Antenna A, Antenna B and Antenna C each time the button is pressed. (ANT A) (ANT B) ANT (ANT C) ANT ANT © GUIDE button The GUIDE button only works while in ANT C mode (DTV). GUIDE button again to return to normal viewing. Press this button to access the Channel Guide for ANT C. Press the Select CHANNEL GUIDE to display available digital programs.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) Your HITACHI Projection TV incorporates Three Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Three Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each. ANT A and ANT C input can be viewed as both the main picture and the sub-picture simultaneously. ANT B can only be viewed as a main picture.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub-picture evenly on the screen. Sub Picture Main NOTE: (_) When in PIP SPLIT mode, if main picture and sub picture are in ANT C, the picture will always be the same. SWAP button (with PIP ON) Press this button to toggle between the Main and Sub picture which is highlighted with a green border around the picture. Picture sound and channel can be controlled when it is highlighted.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (_ (PIP) FREEZE button (With PIP ON) If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the FREEZE button. This is convenient when trying to write down the address for a mail order company, recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. To return the picture to motion, press the FREEZE button again. m m l NOTE: (_ When PIP is on, the FREEZE function will only operate when POP/PIP/SPLIT mode is chosen.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your VCR. This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your VCR (refer to page 40 for pre-cedes). 1. Turn ON your VCR. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR. 3. Press and release the VCR button to switch to VCR pre-coded mode. 4.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL Operating the precoded function CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS for your cable box. This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your cable box (refer to page 40). 1. Turn ON your cable box. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your cable box. 3. Press and release the Cable (CBL) button to switch to Cable pre-coded mode. 4.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your set-top-box/satellite receiver. This remote is designed to operate different types of set-top-box/satellite remote system of your set-top-box/satellite systems (refer to page 40). systems. You must first program the remote to match the 1. Turn ON your set-top-box/satellite systems. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your set-top-box/satellite 3.
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL Operating the precoded function DVD FUNCTIONS 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 40 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your DVD player. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your DVD player. 3. Press and release the DVD button to switch to DVD pre-coded mode. 4.
USING YOUR REMOTE TO CONTROL PVR FUNCTIONS Operating the preceded function for your PVR (Personal Video Recorder). This remote is designed to operate different types of PVRs. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your PVR (refer to page 40 for pre-cedes). 1. Turn ON your PVR. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your PVR. 3. Press and release the PVR button to switch to PVR pre-ceded mode. 4.
USING YOUR REMOTE TO CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT Operating the precoded function for your Audio component. This remote is designed to operate different types of Audio component. of your Audio component (refer to page 40 for pre-codes). You must first program the remote to match the remote system 1. Turn ON your Audio component you wish to control with the Remote. 2. Aim the remote control at the front of your Audio component. 3.
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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY {OSD) 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Projection TV. 2. Press the THUMB STICK to highlight a different feature. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. 4. Press AV Net on the remote control to access the PHOTO MC menu. 5. Press THUMB STICK • or I_ to access Favorite Channels menu. This part of the screen shows which selections are available.
ON-SCREEN Picture Mode Select between the two picture modes; Adjust contrast. Adjust brightness. Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Color Temperature Black Enhancement Video Edge Enhancement Reset Video Settings Color Management I Color Decoding Auto Color Audio ] IAspectl Channell--Manager " iiiiiiiiii_'_!i!!i!:Wii:! iiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_il;i_#i!i!ii_i;!i;_i_i automatically monitors and adjusts the Select internal or external speakers. Eliminates the noise between stations.
VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. You can customize each of the Video Inputs to I I your preference toincrease viewing Performance andpleasure depending upon thevideo program being viewed. If Video RESET is selected, only the selected mode will reset to initial conditions. Picture Mode Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV's performance. AUd i O ASp_ _ t Oh{r] M _ _ I ocks _HUMB STICK ©.
VIDEO Use the THUMB STICK • or • to highlight the function to be adjusted. Press the THUMB STICK • or • to adjust the function, Press down on THUMB STICK to select the function settings. Press MENU to return to main menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu. Press EXITto quit menu.
VIDEO Reset This function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and return it to the Day VIDEO mode. Video Settings v,,,_,,, CL_'It B' _HUbIB SlfCK I' r d ight E...... ] ] ,t ........ ,_,o, co=o_ bO0%_l I ,,o%_1 THUMB STICK 3 I ',o%_1 I,mp,,,,t Back Edge 3 rl_ .... t_ ;ernerlt Et_hlfl(emet_t Mow _ q I Hi!_l I ] I High I _ I Hi!_}l I E -= Mow _ Re_u_ Select Use THUMB STICK to highlight functions.
VIDEO Color Use this function to adjust the percentage of Red, Green and Color according to the user's preference. Use TINT to adjust flesh tones so they appear natural. Decoding [ .......... I I o,*_ E_eise ] I ot*f ] I Ot*f [ Auto Riduc_io_] Movil Mode [;Mov, _sch _ ] T_/_JMB STICK ] Red O'Y, £:ol or o,, rirlt Use THUMBSTICK to highlight function, Press down to select from 4 menu items. Press THUMBSTICK _, _-, _', A, to highlight and adjust Red, Green, Color and Tint.
AUDIO I Aud i I O J] Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. I wd I _,d_o I Asp.c_ SHCK Q _" [ STICK ...... [ S)u/d © [ A_d [ P_wf_ct I ] E4,,_,_] ] E,o_,_] ] E _] Et_h_lc_m_t_t io )LJZ] [ _ow_ SOtlr ] E........ leoleoleovl Eo- Co V_ltrn_, I_'L _ _ Return ] ] ] ] ] ] Press THUMB STICK A, 'V, to select menu item. Press THUMB STICK < or I_ to adjust the function. Press EXIT to quit the MENU, or select Audio to return to the main menu.
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AUDIO Use the functions below if your TV is connected to an amplifier/receiver capabilities. These functions are only available in Ant C. Aud i o ] I _r_=_ E_,'-_ E £o_lrld I Language I Digital Output _, [ o<, ] [ o_ Enhance_r_ent [p,--,_o_ [ ,_ _ove with optical digital input with Dolby Digital or PCM decoder .......
ASPECT Aspect Auto Aspect Automatically Mode MODE ] J Use this function to select the Picture Format Aspect Ratio. adjust the Aspect Ratio depending on the input signal to fill the screen. Press THUMB STICK A, _', 4, • to select menu item, Press down on THUMBSTICK to select. A "_" in the box indicates that the feature is ON. NOTES: 1. The Auto Aspect function is recommended on an input signal with VIDEO ID, 2. The Auto Aspect function is best used on composite video, S-Video, and 480i component 3.
CHANNEL Chan. MANAGER Manager I Chart Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Manager last Select Cable if you have cable TV. '_t A INTSC_ I A.t C leery/ I_dU_IB ST_CK I Ch _rtn_l _Ar_ nrla _HUMB srrCK Ak_o S°U_ Chafing4 r SC_T_ _ _HUMB srrCK ©. I than Ma_ag_ I"-_ " (._sc) y 0(: Auto I Cha_nel Ch_rl_/el _bl_ (2) Sca_ Ll_t NOTE: ] If certain CATV channels are poor or not possible in Cable(l) mode, select Cable(2). E,O.
CHANNEL RECEPTION BAND Reception channels are shown at the left. AIR CATV1 or CATV2 VHF 2~13ch UHF 14-69ch 1~125 Refer to your cable or TV guide for channel identification standards. 1 / When in ANT C, select Signal Meter when using an indoor or outdoor antenna. This feature will show the J signal strength and peak values of the Antenna signal to help you adjust your antenna to optimize signal reception.
CHANNEL MANAGER This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Scan. This will allow you to skip unused channels when using CHANNEL UP (A) or DOWN (Y). Auto Channel Scan ANT A/ANT B [ chan I A_ Man_ger A (NTSC) • ®Cable(I) 0 C_ble(2) mLIMB Sf_CK AL_tO Channel I II_rll I i _ ] i _ 0 Scan _ nl_JMB S r_CK ©.
CHANNEL NOTES: MANAGER 1. 2. Auto Channel Scan must be performed first when using ANT C for the first time, When in ANT C, only channels stored in Channel List during Auto Channel Scan can be tuned using the 3. number buttons on the remote control (see pages 55-56). When Source-Cable is selected, performing Auto Channel Scan in ANT C will also store scrambled channels in its memory. These channels will be shown as blank on the screen when the channel selector buttons on the remote 4.
CHANNEL MANAGER Channel List This function allows you to review which channels are labeled (CH ID), which have been added to Channel Memory (SCAN), and which are protected by LOCK. C_a_ I than Mana_e_ lAurA • t_aT=ag_ _" ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Ch_ ¸ 0 cll) Scan 2 3 I_ ( 2 ) STICK 6 9 E € Mow ¢H E_ _ Of f Of f _ _ Of f Of f _ _ Of f i_ Of f Of l ¸ _ _ Of f _ _ _e_u_ Press THUMB STICK • or • to review more channels.
CHANNEL Channel MANAGER This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. Use this feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60 channels a name when CATV signal source is selected. ID ANT A/ANT B Chan Manas_e_ oH0 ¸ ?HU_,_B STICK 3 ©- I [ Chart s..... oH,D Manag_ OH# _ JJ I Scar= CH ID I .
LOCKS This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. It can also be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled time period that you set. Locks The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit secret code number. The factory preset code is 0000. Use the number buttons to select secret code. [ Video ] E........ EA_,..... ] ] THUMB STICK [ _,,_.
LOCKS Movie Ratings Use MOVIE RATINGS to prevent viewing of any movie that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. I locks 1NUM_ ST_CK I Locks I Ch_l_e Acues_ I _r,gage L o_;_ J IV rim_ I ]V R_tirl_s Cod_ _' I I Lock J THUM_ STICK c PG I PG 13 NC 17 R x Use THUMB STICK • or • to select the MOVIE RATING category that you want to block. Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RATING that you have selected.
LOCKS TV Ratings Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of any TV program that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. I Locks TF/_JMB STICK V [] THLJf_B STICK rv TV { _ v Y Y7 rv C, Use THUMB STICK • or • to highlight the category that you want to block. Press select to block the TV RATINGS that you have selected. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select TV RATINGS to return to the previous menu. TV Parental Guide Ratings Chart NOTE: N/A TV-Y TV-Y7 None. All children.
LOCKS Canad/an Rat i rigs (Eng) Use Canadian Ratings (Eng) to block any type of movie and television program in Canada that you feel might be inappropriate in its content. Locks _rlg_g_ '_ I Locks Lock THUMB STICK Movie '_ 1HUM_ ST_C_ R_ t i r/_; G PG _1 Use THUMB STICK • or • to select the CANADIAN RATINGS (Eng) category that you want to block. Press SELECT to set the CANADIAN RATINGS (Eng) that you have selected.
LOCKS Canadian Ratings (Frn) Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various program ratings that you feel might be inappropriate in its content. EL ocks '_ I Cha_/g_ ^CCe_ I L _cks Cod_ St THU_,_B STICK I IV rime lock t_u_ 1NUM_ STICK I Movie R_tin!ls Use THUMB STICK • or • to highlight the category that you want to block. Press SELECT to set the CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) that you have selected.
SETUP I Setu r, H II Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the THUMB STICK • or • on the remote to highlight the function desired.
SETUP Bagic Focus Tune Up Auto Digital Convergence Adjustment Please turn ON your television for at least 20 minutes before using this feature. The Magic Focus button on control panel will not work when adjustment mode is set to Manual (see page 64). 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.
SETUP Manual Convergence NOTES: 1, 2. Adjustment Mode Please turn ON your television for at least 20 minutes before using this feature. Auto Adjustment Mode is recommended. If convergence is still not acceptable, use the Manual Adjustment DO NOT press MAGIC FOCUS or use Auto Adjustment Mode after using Manual Adjustment Mode. Using the Remote Control, select SETUP-MAGIC FOCUS TUNE UP-MANUAL ADJUSTMENT crosshatch pattern. The adjustment point is indicated by the Adjustment Point Cursor.
SETUP Menu Preference This feature Se _z_p languages for all on-screen displays. '_ [ M_gic T_4UMB STICK will allow you to select any one of three different _oc_ _Urle up Eng [ S_ _le Clock [ S_ _le Co_o_ I __h © _:_ anca _s 0 Es_a_o E _f_urvIB SffCK Shaded SyStem © SoE_d T_UMB STICK ©. Se _z_p _t_ ©Espa_oE Shaded L_ow_ © SoE_d _ Selec_ Use THUMB STICK •, I_ to highlight the language of your choice. Press SELECT to select the highlighted language.
SETUP Menu Background This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds. I _e_/u P_ e_erence_ s_ The _Engl THUMB STICK ©- lang,_age _h [,€,_ove _ © Francai s © Espa_o selec_ I Use THUMB STICK •, • to highlight SET THE MENU BACKGROUND (shaded or solid), and press down on THUMB STICK to select setting. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK • to return to previous menu.
SETUP Set The I npute Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs. E Setup [ Magic Focus; [ set T_4UM8 STICK the ru_e up ] Clock liiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiik Set Wttual Set B4ack Side Set Evet_t r irrrer set CloSed c_pt_on .
SETUP Set The Color I System NOTES: change tint and color coordinates for DTV programs. HDTV - High Definition Television - Use for High Vision Signal Y-PBPR from HDTV Set-Top Box. SDTV/DVD - Standard Definition Television or DVD (Digital Versatile Disc Player) Y-CBCR, If Color System is set improperly (does not match actual input signal), the color and tint of the main picture will be abnormal. 2.
SETUP Set Event Timer This function will automatically operate the Projection TM viewing reservation of a program. If the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the screen below will appear. The message on the screen will disappear after 3 seconds, then the screen automatically goes to the clock setup mode (see page 66). setup _n_ A _n_ A _n_ A Sr_CK I rHLS_ £•IICK ©.
SETUP Set. 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.
SETUP About Your The TV model name and dimensions will be displayed on the TV screen. are listed on page 76. TV The dimensions of each TV model Setu_ M_ic Men_ _oc_. rune _ e_e,ence s_ _le Clock set rhe input. up T_/_JMB STICK He Jght _,id[ / h / iiii Move ; _ove _ $T_CK Move Se_ _ _ Return se_ec_ StiCK Retu_ Select this feature to set and record digital channels from ANT C.
SETUP Set Monitor Out I set This feature will select the source of the Monitor Output. "_P I se_ ]fmef Recofdirlg • I M_i_o_ out T klU_vl_ STICK [ se_ Sta_d,_y Mod_ Monitx_, Monitor- Select Monitor to output the audio and video signals of the chosen input source (ANT A, ANT B, VID3-VID5) to a VCR or other A/V device, It will also send digital audio and video signals from ANT C - DTV and IEEE1394 devices that are not copy protected.
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened the screen is extremely dirty. in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if Place your Television away from extreme heat, humidity, and extremely dusty places. Remove the plug from the wall outlet if your Television will not be used for a long period of time, for instances, when you go on vacation.
RECEPTION PROBLEMS • IGNITION NOISE: Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, and other electrical appliances. • 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.
USEFULINFO SYMPTOMS No Picture, no sound • Sound OK, picture poor Picture OK, sound poor • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Lines or streaks in picture • • • • • Poor reception on some channels • • • • • Picture rolls vertically • Picture blurred • • • • • • No color • • • • • • Poor color • • • • • • • HITACHI Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit da
USEFULINFO Features: Superfine Picture Quality 1280 Line Horizontal Resolution Remote (Controls many VCR brands, cable boxes, satellite boxes, and other audio equipment.
USEFULINFO H ITAC H I O To locate an authorized HITACHI service in the continental and Canada, facility U.S.A. DIAL TOLL FREE 7 days a week, 24 hours a day (1-800-448-2244) Hitachi America, LTD. Home Electronics Division Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico.
USEFULINFO Hitachi Canada, LTD. Digital Media Division Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please contact: In Canada: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) Monday - Friday EST 9:00am - 7:00pm Saturday EST 9:00am - 5:00pm Look for your French Manual on the outside of the box. If the manual is missing, call 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) for a copy.
INDEX A L Accessories .................................. Antennas (Connecting) ........................ Aspect Ratio ................................ Audio (Advanced Digital) Languages .............................. Dolby Digital ............................. DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) Audio (Sound Enhancement) SRS ................................... BBE ................................... Audio Settings ............................. Audio Source ................................ Auto Color ...........
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