User manual HITACHI 43GX10B

PROJECTION COLOR TV 43GX10B 50GX30B OPERATING GUIDE 50DX10B 60DX10B IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-4 FIRST TIME USE 5-17 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL SETUP SEL 18-29 CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER 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. 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 Òdangerous voltageÓ within the productÕs 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 REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NOTE: ¥ There are no user serviceable parts inside the television. ¥ Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the television. ¥ This 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 userÕs warranty. 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 userÕs warranty. POWER SOURCE This projection 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 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 TELEVISION TO 50HZ, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE. NOTE: This television receiver will display television closed captioning, ( paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules. CC or ), in accordance with CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the 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 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: ¥ Read these instructions. ¥ Keep these instructions. ¥ Heed all warnings. ¥ Follow all instructions. SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION 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. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 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. 3. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock. 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 televisionÕs 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. 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. 8. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 9. Do not subject your television to impact of any kind. Be careful not to damage the picture tube surface. 10. Clean only with dry cloth ! . NO! Coins 11-1. Do not place the television on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The television may fall, causing serious bodily injury, especially to a child, pet or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with an approved cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the television. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturerÕs instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer. 11-2. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatues. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. LP HE 4. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. ! NO PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION 12. Do not use this apparatus near water. NO! ¥ 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. 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. ¥ Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturerÕs instructions. 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. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Never place the television near or over a radiator or heat generator. Never place the television in a built-in enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided. TO O ¥ T! HO ¥ 13. Choose a place where light (artificial or sunlight) does not shine directly on the screen. ¥ ¥ 3 SAFETY TIPS 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 installerÕs 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) 18. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 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. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 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 projection television receivers. Such ÒPATTERN BURNSÓ 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 ÒPATTERN BURNÓ 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 to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. PART NAME CLU-4311UG REMOTE CONTROL PART NO. POWER ILLUSTRATION TV CBL/SAT SWAP DVD/VCR HL01651 PIP HELP MOVE FREEZE MENU PIP CH SELECT MUTE EXIT LAST CH VOL CH 1 4 7 INPUT 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 STATUS REC TV/VCR PIX 1. 43Ó TELEVISION STAND SP-43H (Not included, order separately) OPTIONAL 2. H530047 CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND Excellent for VCR and video-tape storage. Special features include smoked glass doors and an adjustable shelf. Available in shark grey. CAUTION: Television stand model SP-43H is designed for use with a 43 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. 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-4311UG (Part No. HL01651). 2. Two ÒAAÓ 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. Insert two new ÒAAÓ 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 Lift uplift up to tab to and on tab on remove back cover. remove back cover. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. 5 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. Also, be sure that the location selected allows a free flow of air to and from the perforated back cover of the set. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set failure, do not place the TV where temperatures can become excessively hot, for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc. VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Projection Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing. The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the TV and about 10 to 18 feet from the screen. Picture brightness decreases as the viewer moves to the left and right of the receiver. 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 TV can be located in a different section of the room. If the TVÕs audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi systemÕs 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 TV, 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 BEST VERTICAL VIEWING ANGLE 8 3' 0' 5' 10' 15' 20' 20' 50 S BEST HORIZONTAL 10' 15' 20' 20 5' 4' MINIMUM 50 VIEWING ANGLE L S CAUTION: Magnetic fields, such as those of external speakers, may cause the picture to distort if they are placed too close to the television. Move the magnetic field source away from the television until there is no picture distortion. 6 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 terminal on the television. Phono Connector Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the televisionÕs 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 TO REAR JACK PANEL VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV) When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor antenna or CATV coaxial cable to UHF/VHF (75-Ohm) terminal. To outdoor antenna or CATV cable VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna, connect the VHF or UHF antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF adapter. Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the TV. To second antenna or cable system To outdoor VHF or UHF antenna When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal, and connect the cables to the antenna mixer. Consult your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer. To UHF Antenna ANT A/ANT B UHF/VHF To outdoor antenna or CATV system Antenna mixer 7 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW 50DX10B/60DX10B MENU INPUT VOL- VOL+ CHCH+ POWER PUSH SELECT EXIT Push open door and pull forward and down MENU INPUT VOL- VOL+ CHCH+ POWER DIGITAL ARRAY SELECT EXIT 43GX10B/50GX30B CH+ PUSH POWER INPUT MENU VOLVOL+ EXIT SELECT CH- Push open door and pull forward and down CH+ POWER INPUT MENU VOLVOL+ DIGITAL ARRAY EXIT SELECT CH- 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 antenna sources, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3 or 4. Your selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen. This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode. CHANNEL selector Press these buttons until the desired channel icon appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. These buttons also serve as the cursor down ( ) and up ( ) buttons when in MENU mode. VOLUME level Press these buttons for your desired sound level. The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen. These buttons also serve as the cursor left ( ) and right ( ) buttons when in MENU mode. POWER button Press this button to turn the TV on or off. NOTE: Your HITACHI Projection TV will appear to be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, 3 or 4 is selected. Check the POWER Light to make sure the TV is turned off when not in use. 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. Press the EXIT button to end the auto-demonstration. 8 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. (see page 38) FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 3) Use these audio/video jacks for a quick hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite show or new recording. Press the INPUT button until VIDEO: 3 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack. 9 REAR PANEL JACKS STOP REAR SPEAKER CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT THESE TERMINALS. (Such damage is NOT COVERED by your television warranty) VHF/UHF L S-VIDEO S-VIDEO R VIDEO SP. MATRIX SURROUND VIDEO Y/VIDEO VIDEO (MONO)/L (MONO)/L EXT. PB (MONO)/L L PR R AUDIO R AUDIO R AUDIO R AUDIO MONITOR OUT AUDIO TO HI-FI INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 4 ANTENNA INPUT Use an ÒFÓ type coaxial cable to connect an antenna or cable TV (CATV) output to this rear jack. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUTS 1, 2, 4 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, DVD players etc. (If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack.) NOTE: You may use VIDEO or S-VIDEO inputs to connect to INPUT 1 or 2, but note that only one of these may be used at a time. MONITOR OUT These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording. 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 televisionÕs main volume. S-VIDEO INPUTS 1 and 2 INPUTS 1 and 2 provides S-VIDEO (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-VIDEO output capability. COMPONENT VIDEO: Y-PBPR INPUT 4 INPUT 4 provides Y-PBPR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player. NOTE: Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TVÕs PB input and the components R-Y output to the TVÕs PR input. Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. In this case, connect the components CB output to the TVÕs PB input and the components CR output to the TVÕs PR input. It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs. To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR jacks. Y-PBPR can only receive 480i signals. Input 4 (Y/VIDEO) can be used for standard video input. SPEAKER MATRIX SURROUND Switch Use this switch to choose between the surround and external speaker features. See page 17 for AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP. The TVÕs Internal Speakers will be switched off when ÒEXT.Ó is selected. REAR SPEAKER Terminals These terminals are used to connect external speakers, which are used for the surround sound feature. The volume level is controlled by the remote control main volume buttons. Use speakers with 8 Ohm impedance only. 10 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter See tips on page 12 L R Y PB OUTPUT PR STOP OUTPUT INPUT REAR SPEAKER CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT THESE TERMINALS. (Such damage is NOT COVERED by your television warranty) VHF/UHF L S-VIDEO S-VIDEO DVD Player, Laserdisc player, etc. R Cable TV Box SP. MATRIX SURROUND EXT. VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO VIDEO (MONO)/L (MONO)/L PB (MONO)/L L PR R AUDIO R AUDIO R AUDIO R AUDIO MONITOR OUT AUDIO TO HI-FI R L INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 4 L R INPUT Optional, see tips on page 12 Stereo System Amplifier INPUT V L R ANT IN S-VHS V L OUTPUT R VCR #2 VCR #1 Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. 11 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. CAUTION: Do not short speaker terminal, (do not connect a wire directly across any two terminals). This could cause damage to your audio outputs or other damage to your TV. REAR SPEAKER TO EXTERNAL SPEAKER L R CAUTION: Do not connect speakers simultaneously to the REAR SPEAKER terminal of the Projection TV and an external amplifier. This could damage both the TV and the speakers. Your TV was designed to use 8-Ohm speakers only. Any other type may degrade the audio performance of your entertainment system. Projection T.V. Speaker Amplifier TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 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. 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. A single VCR can be used for VCR#1 and VCR#2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. (INPUT 1 in example on page 11). Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connection. You may use VIDEO or S-VIDEO inputs to connect to INPUT 1 and 2, but note that only one of these may be used at a time. Connect only 1 component to each input jack. COMPONENT VIDEO: Y-PBPR connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TVÕs PB input and the components R-Y output to the TVÕs PR input. Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. In this case, connect the components CB output to the TVÕs PB input and the components CR output to the TVÕs PR input. It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (see pages 47 and 48) To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR jacks. 12 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. ( EAR O F TV SET) R AU D I TO H IFITER M I AL O N AUDIO TO HI-FI R L TO AU D I I PU T TER M I AL ON N O F EXTER N AL AM PLI ER FI EXTERN AL SPEAKER S AU D I AM PLI ER O FI EXTERN AL SPEAKER S 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. 13 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 ownerÕs 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 21) 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 set will appear to be OFF. 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 L/(MONO) AUDIO jack. 3. Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player. The VIDEO icon disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds. 4. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel. VCR TV INPUT TERMINAL VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO AUDIO OUT VIDEO (MONO) L R AUDIO INPUT 1 14 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. The VIDEO icon disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds. 5. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel. S-VIDEO Optional, see tips on page 12 VIDEO (MONO)/L R AUDIO INPUT 1 TV INPUT TERMINAL S- S VH V L R O U TPU T BAC K O F VC R HI TAC H IM odel orsi iarm odel ml 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. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. (INPUT 1 in example on page 11) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections. 15 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. Connect the cable from the PR OUT, CR OUT or R-Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 4 (PR) jack, as shown on the TV set below. 4. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 4 (AUDIO/R) jack. 5. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 4 (AUDIO/L) jack. 6. Press the INPUT button until VIDEO:4 appears, to view the program from the Laserdisc or DVD player. The VIDEO:4 icon disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds. 7. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel. TV INPUT 4 TERMINAL Y/VIDEO PB (MONO)/L PR R AUDIO INPUT 4 Y L CB CR R VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT BACK OF DVD PLAYER HITACHI Model or similar model NOTES: 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. See page 12 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS. 16 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 televisionÕs internal speakers. These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the ÒAUDIO TO HI-FIÓ output on the TV. These speakers are connected to the REAR SPEAKER 8 Ohm output on the TV. L R LR OUT L R IN STEREO SYSTEM AMPLIFIER S S SURROUND FEATURE OFF MATRIX EXTERNAL SPEAKERS SURROUND SWITCH* SP. MATRIX SURROUND SP.MATRIX SURROUND EXT. REQUIRED CONNECTION OPTIONAL CONNECTION EFFECT Receive Mono and Stereo sound Receive Movie Theater-like sound This feature turns off the TVÕs internal speakers. * See page 10 for location of SP. MATRIX SURROUND Switch. 17 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. To operate your DVD or VCR, point the remote at the remote sensor of the DVD or VCR and press the DVD/VCR button. The remote will now control your DVD or VCR. (See page 26 and 27 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your DVD or VCR.) To operate your cable/satellite box, point the remote at the remote sensor of the cable/satellite box and press the CBL/SAT button. The remote will now control your cable/satellite box. (See page 28 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your cable/satelllite box.) POWER TV CBL/SAT SWAP DVD/VCR PIP HELP MOVE These buttons allow the remote to control your TV, VCR, DVD or cable/satellite box depending on which mode is chosen, as explained above. FREEZE PIP CH MENU SELECT MUTE EXIT LAST CH VOL CH 1 4 7 INPUT 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 STATUS REC TV/VCR PIX PRECODED VCR/DVD BUTTONS These buttons always transmit the chosen precoded VCR/DVD codes. TV/VCR BUTTON When the remote is in the TV or VCR mode, this is the TV/VCR button. 18 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. HELP button Press this button to display or cancel the help messages of the On-Screen Display. SELECT, MENU, CURSOR buttons Use these buttons to set or adjust all of the On-Screen Display features. POWER TV CBL/SAT SWAP DVD/VCR PIP HELP MOVE FREEZE PIP CH MENU SELECT PIP CH button Use this button to select between main picture and sub-picture tuning. LAST CH MUTE EXIT LAST CHANNEL (LAST CH) button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. EXIT button Use this button to exit all On-Screen Display menus. VOLUME, MUTE buttons Use these buttons to obtain the desired sound level. VOL CH CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons Use these buttons to select the CHANNEL you wish to watch. 1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 STATUS INPUT button Use this button to select the main or sub-picture video source from the antenna or video inputs. INPUT REC TV/VCR PIX STATUS button Press this button to check the channel being received, or if it has Stereo (ST), Second Audio (SAP), and Channel and Video I.D. PIX button Press this button repeatedly to directly access THEATER mode between Sport, TV, Movies and Music. 19 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). Audio Broadcast Video Input STEREO ST/SA ANT 10 YUTA 10:00pm PIP ANT 12 CHANNEL ID Time Sub Picture Source VIDEO 1 DISC 10:00pm PIP ANT 12 When a laserdisc player is connected SPORT SPORT Theater Mode MENU, SELECT, 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. The SELECT button will select different features when MENU is pressed. The CURSOR buttons will highlight functions or adjust different features when MENU is pressed. The CURSOR button will move PIP position when PIP is on. CURSOR buttons will also give you acces to FAMILY FAVORITES On-Screen Display. CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons Enter two or three numbers to select channels. Enter Ò0Ó first for channels 1 to 9. For channels 100 and above, press the Ò1Ó button and wait for two seconds before pressing the last two digits of the channel. Channel selection may also be performed by pressing CH up ( ) or down ( ). You may also use these buttons for channel scanning. Press and hold the CH up ( ) or down ( ) buttons and the TV will start quickly scanning through the channels. Release the CH up ( ) or down ( ) buttons when the TV scans to the channel you wish to watch and the TV will tune to that channel. NOTE: The TV may not receive some channels if you are not in the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode. (see page 33) LAST CHANNEL button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. (Good for watching two sporting events, etc.)