User manual HITACHI 36GX01B

Solid State Color TV 32GX01B 32UX01S OPERATING GUIDE 36GX01B 36UX01S 2-4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FIRST TIME USE 5-19 THE REMOTE CONTROL 20-31 ID FAV SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER 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. WARNING 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. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS COLOR TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NOTE: ¥ There are no user serviceable parts inside the Color Television. ¥Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the Color Television. ¥ This Color Television is not intended for use in a computer room. CAUTION: Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions, as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user s warranty. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. MODIFICATIONS: The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hitachi America, Ltd. Home Electronics Division may void the user s warranty. POWER SOURCE This Color Television is designed to operate on 120 Volts 60Hz, AC current. Insert power cord into a 120 Volt 60Hz outlet. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE COLOR TELEVISION S (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. NEVER CONNECT THE COLOR TELEVISION TO 50HZ, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE. NOTE: This Color Television receiver will display television closed captioning, ( with paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules. CC or ), in accordance CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the Color Television as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards. If the television does not operate properly, unplug the television and call your authorized dealer or service shop. 2 IMPORTANT IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION: · Read all of these instructions. · Save these instructions for later use. · Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television. SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI COLOR 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. Please fill out your warranty card and mail it to HITACHI. This will enable HITACHI to notify you promptly in the improbable event that a safety problem should be discovered in your product model. FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY 1. This television set is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other.) This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 2. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed, unplug the television from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel. 5. Do not attempt to service the television 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 the television s cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the television. 10. Unplug the television from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. ! NO! Coins 7. If the television has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged, unplug the television from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel. 11-1. Do not place the television on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The television may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the television. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer s instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer. LP HE 3. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock. 8. If liquid has been spilled into the television set, unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel. 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. 4. Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place the television where the power cord is subject to traffic or abuse. This may result in a shock or fire hazard. ! NO 9. Do not subject your television to impact of any kind. Be careful not to damage the picture tube surface. PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION 12. Do not use the television 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 television to rain or water. If the set has been exposed to rain or water, unplug television from wall outlet and refer to qualified service personnel. 13. Choose a place where light (artificial or sunlight) does not shine directly on the screen. NO! 14. Avoid dusty places. Accumulated dust inside the chassis may cause failure of the television when high humidity persists. 15. The television has slots or openings in the cabinet for ventilation purposes which provide reliable operation of the receiver and protect the television from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. ¥ Never cover the slots or openings with cloth or other material. ¥ Never block the bottom ventilation slots of the television by placing it on a bed, sofa, rug, etc. TO O T! HO ¥ Never place the television near or over a radiator or heat register. ¥ Never place the television in a built-in enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided. 3 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. 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. 16-2. Note to CATV system installer: (Only for television with CATV reception). This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 82040 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. 17. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical lights or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP No ! ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250 PART H) NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 18. For added protection for the television during a lightning storm, or when it is unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect antenna. This will prevent damage due to lightning and power-line surges. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS. OPERATION OF YOUR TELEVISION 19. This television should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For televisions designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions. 20. If the television does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, unplug the television from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified service technician to restore the television to normal operation. 21. If your television is to remain unused for a period of time, (such as when going on a holiday), turn the television OFF and unplug it from the wall outlet. Use Proper Voltage ? IF THE TELEVISION 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 adjustments. Unplug the television and call your dealer or service technician. 23. Service Whenever the television is damaged or fails, or if there is a distinct change in performance that indicates a need for service, unplug the television and have it checked by a qualified service technician. 24. It is normal for some televisions to make occasional snapping or popping sounds, particularly when being turned on or off. If the snapping or popping is continuous or frequent, unplug the set and consult your dealer or service technician. Snap Pop Snap Pop FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION 25. Do not use attachments not recommended by the television manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 26. If replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 27. Upon completion of any service or repairs to the television, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the television is in safe operating condition. ask me! PICTURE CAUTIONS Picture Burn Prevention ¥ 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 television receivers. Such PATTERN BURNS constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty. ¥ When using Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should not be left permanently in one corner of the screen or a PATTERN BURN may develop over a long period of time. Public Viewing of Copyrighted Material Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from other sources, may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material. 4 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. POWER TV CBL/SAT SWAP ILLUSTRATION POWER DVD/VCR TV CBL/SAT DVD/VCR 36UX01S 32UX01S CLU-431UG REMOTE CONTROL PIP MOVE FREEZE TV/VCR HL01421 HELP PIP CH HELP TV/VCR MENU MENU MUTE EXIT LAST CH MUTE EXIT LAST CH VOL CH VOL CH 1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 SLEEP 1 4 7 INPUT 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 SLEEP 36GX01B 32GX01B CLU-381UG REMOTE CONTROL INPUT HL01422 REC C.S. RECALL REC C.S. RECALL CLU-431UG CLU-381UG 32V TELEVISION STAND SP316B (Not included, order separately) CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND H530022 32V TELEVISION STAND SP317B (Not included, order separately) Excellent for VCR and videotape storage. Special features include curved smoked glass doors and an adjustable shelf. Available in Black. H530023 (upgrade) 36V TELEVISION STAND SP351B (Not included, order separately) H530024 CAUTION: Color television stand model SP316B or SP317B is designed for use only with a 32 inch or smaller color television set. Television stand model SP351B is designesd for use with a 36 inch or smaller television set. Use of a smaller stand, a non Hitachi recommended stand or a generic stand may result in instability, causing possible injury. 5 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. If your television set is to remain unused for a long period of time, for instance when you go on vacation, unplug the television from the wall outlet. Do not subject the remote control to shocks such as dropping it on the floor, etc. Precision parts may be damaged. Do not allow the remote control to become wet and avoid placing it in areas of high humidity. Do not leave it on or near a heater. Excess heat or moisture may cause the unit to cease operation. If the batteries become exhausted, remote control operation may become erratic or stop altogether. Replace the old batteries with new AA type. 2. 3. 4. NOTES: 1. The CHANNEL NO., VOLUME and OFF TIMER indicator are not displayed simultaneously. 2. To operate your TV, point the remote control at the remote sensor of the TV. 6 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. Also, be sure that the location selected allows a free flow of air to and from the back cover of the set. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set failure, do not place the color TV where temperatures can become excessively hot, for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc. VIEWING To view the color television screen at its best, test various locations in the room. The drawings below show several suggestions. The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the color TV and about 6 to 9 feet from the screen. During daylight hours, reflections from outside light may appear on the screen. If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the color TV can be located in a different section of the room. If the color TV s audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi system s external speakers, the best audio performance will be obtained by placing the speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as possible to the height of the picture screen center. For best stereo separation, place the external speakers at least four feet from the side of the color television, place the surround speakers to the side or behind the viewing area. Differences in room sizes and acoustical environments will require some experimentation with speaker placement for best performance. R 4' MINIMUM 20' S BEST HORIZONTAL 10' 15' 20' 50 20 3' 0' 5' 10' BEST VERTICAL VIEWING ANGLE 8 5' 4' MINIMUM 50 VIEWING ANGLE 15' 20' L S CAUTION: The magnetic field of external speakers may cause the picture to distort if the speakers are placed too close to the color television. Move the speakers away from the color TV until there is no picture distortion. 7 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. 300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm). ''F'' Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna jack on the television. Phono Connector Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the television s rear jack panel and front control panel. S-Video (Super Video) Connector This connector is used on camcorders, VCRs, and laserdisc players with an S-Video feature in place of the standard video cable to produce a high quality picture. Antenna Connections These sets are equipped with one VHF/UHF antenna terminal. The VHF/UHF terminal can be used for normal TV, cable TV (CATV), a TV game, etc. 1. VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV) When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor antenna or CATV coaxial cable to the ANT A (75-Ohm) terminal. If you have a second antenna or cable TV system, connect the coaxial cable to the ANT B terminal. To outdoor or CATV cable VHF/UHF 75 Ohm Coaxial Cable (disconnect) VHF Adaptor ANTENNA MIXER 3. When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected Attach an optional ANTENNA MIXER to the TV antenna terminal and connect the cables to the ANTENNA MIXER. (Rear of TV set) To UHF Antenna VHF/UHF To outdoor VHF Antenna 2. VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna disconnect the (VHF or UHF) indoor antenna leads from screws of the (VHF or UHF) adaptor and connect outdoor (VHF or UHF) antenna leads to these screws of a (VHF of UHF) adaptor. To outdoor VHF or UHF Antenna (connect) VHF Adaptor Notes: 1. If an outdoor antenna/CATV is used, disconnect the indoor antenna. Ghosting and poor reception may result if both the indoor and outdoor antennas/CATV are connected at the same time. 2. Consult your dealer or service store for the ANTENNA MIXER and (VHF or UHF) adaptor. 3. The special converter (decoder) will be supplied by the cable company. 8 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 32UX01S and 36UX01S models only. POWER CH - CH + VOL - VOL + MENU INPUT PUSH CURSOR Power Button Channel Buttons Volume Buttons MENU OPEN DOOR PUSH POWER CH - CH + VOL - VOL + INPUT EXIT CURSOR MENU 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. 9 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. This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode. NOTE: Your HITACHI TV will appear to be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO Source is selected. Press the INPUT button until the normal broadcast picture appears. (See page 23) If the picture does not appear, the power is OFF. MENU Button This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference with out using the remote. REMOTE CONTROL INFRARED Sensor Point your remote control at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. FRONT INPUT JACKS Use these audio/video jacks for a quick hook-up to a comcorder 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. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack. 10 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 INPUT 3 VIDEO L/MONO R AUDIO VIDEO L/MONO R AUDIO INPUT 3 VIDEO L/MONO R AUDIO NOTE: Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the picture that is played back may be abnormal. 11 REAR PANEL JACKS REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION 32/36UX01S ANT A INPUT 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO VIDEO ANT B Y PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO 32/36GX01B VHF/UHF INPUT 1 S-VIDEO TO CONVERTER S-VIDEO INPUT VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO S-VIDEO INPUT R L / (MONO) AUDIO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO INPUT TERMINALS Y PB PR INPUT TERMINALS COMPONENT VIDEO R L Y-PB-PR INPUTS INPUT 2 R L Y-PB-PR INPUTS INPUT 2 AUDIO TO HI-FI AUDIO TO HI-FI VHF/UHF ANTENNA TERMINALS AUDIO TO HI-FI OUTPUT TERMINALS VHF/UHF ANTENNA TERMINAL AUDIO TO HI-FI OUTPUT TERMINALS Antenna Inputs 32GX01B and 36GX01B models The VHF/UHF terminal can be used for Normal TV, Cable TV (CATV), video games, etc. 32UX01S and 36UX01S models 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 sub-picture. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as a 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. Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2 The INPUT button will step through each video source and antenna source input each time it is pressed. Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc players, etc. (If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack.) Y-PBPR Input This input provides Y-PBPR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD Player. This input can receive 480i signal only. Audio to HI-FI These jacks provide variable audio output to a separate stereo amplifier. With this connection, the audio to the stereo can be controlled by the television s main volume. Use these jacks for the SURROUND Left and Right channels. (See page 19) S-Video Inputs 1 provide S-Video (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-Video output capability. 12 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS (32UX01S and 36UX01S) Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter ANT A INPUT 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO Y PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO ANT A INPUT 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO Y PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO TO CONVERTER TO CONVERTER ANT B ANT B R L R L INPUT 2 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 OUTPUT R VCR #1 Y PB P R OUTPUT L R ANT A INPUT 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO Y PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO TO CONVERTER DVD Player, Laserdisc player, etc. ANT B R L INPUT 2 AUDIO TO HI-FI L R INPUT Stereo System Amplifier Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. 13 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) AUDIO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO Y PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO R L INPUT 2 AUDIO TO HI-FI Optional, see tips on page 15 ANT IN S-VHS V L OUTPUT R 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. 14 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. Use these When using the Y-PBPR input jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV s Input 2 Left and Right Audio input jacks. If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the television. Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up cables. 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. (REAR OF TV SET) AUDIO TO HI-FI TERMINAL L R AUDIO TO HI-FI TO AUDIO INPUT TERMINAL OF EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER EXTERNAL SPEAKERS AUDIO AMPLIFIER EXTERNAL SPEAKERS NOTE: 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. 15 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. For best performance, video and audio cables should be made from coaxial shielded wire. Before Operating External Video Source The input mode is changed every time the INPUT button is pressed as shown below. Connect an external source to the INPUT terminal, then press the INPUT button as necessary to view the input source. (See page 23.) INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER (Antenna) (Input) 12 VIDEO NOTE: When the TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from the VIDEO INPUT JACK on the jack panel of the TV (i.e., VCR/laserdisc player, etc. is not connected or the video device is OFF), the screen will be gray-blue. CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO VCR OR 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 of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack. 3. Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player. The VIDEO mode disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds. 4. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel. V CR TV INPUT TERMINAL VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO (MONO) L R AUDIO INPUT 16 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. The mode VIDEO disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds. 5. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous source. INPUT 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO S-VHS V R L OUTPUT BACK OF VCR HITACHI MODEL or similar model NOTE: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose. If you have an S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable. 17 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. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 2 (AUDIO/R) jack. 5. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 2 (AUDIO/L) jack. 6. Press the INPUT button until Y-PBPR appears, to view the program from the Laserdisc or DVD player. The mode Y-PBPR disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds. 7. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous source. 32/36UX01S ANT A INPUT 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO VIDEO ANT B Y PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO 32/36GX01B VHF/UHF INPUT 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO VIDEO R L / (MONO) AUDIO Y PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO TO CONVERTER R L / (MONO) AUDIO R L R L INPUT 2 AUDIO TO HI-FI INPUT 2 AUDIO TO HI-FI Y PB PR L OUTPUT