User manual HITACHI 50V500E

LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION 50V500 60V500A 60V500E OPERATING GUIDE 50V500A 50V500G 50V500E 2-3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FIRST TIME USE 4-22 THE REMOTE CONTROL 23-43 Video Audio Aspect Chan. Manager Locks Setup Move SEL ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 44-68 Sel USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 69-80 As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI LCD REAR 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. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television. CAUTION 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 REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. · THE TELEVISION SHOULD NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THE TELEVISION. NOTE: · There are no user serviceable parts inside the television. · Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the television. expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user's authority to operate the television. CAUTION: Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions, as improper changes or modifications not 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 authority to operate the equipment. POWER SOURCE THIS TELEVISION IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 120 VOLTS 60Hz, AC CURRENT. INSERT THE 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. 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 center. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read before operating equipment Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. 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. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. 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 apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 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. An outdoor antenna should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical circuits. 18. If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver 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 Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding for the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode. ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP 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 Note to the CATV system installer: 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. Do not place any objects on the top of the television which may fall or cause a child to climb to retrieve the objects. · This product contains lead and a lamp that contains mercury. Dispose of this product and its lamp in accordance with applicable environmental laws. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to www.lamprecycle.org. For product recycling and disposal information, contact your local government agency or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org (in the US) or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www.epsc.ca (in Canada). For more information, call "1-800-HITACHI." 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. 3 ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES ("AA") IR MOUSE CABLE FIRST TIME USE POWER TV VCR CBL STB SOURCE WIZARD CD DVD PVR AMP 1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 SLEEP INFO C.C. ANT A/V NET ASPECT VIDEO MEN U EX IT VOL SELECT CH MUTE VID1 CH LAST VID5 VID2 VID3 VID4 PIP SURF FREEZE PIP MODE PIP ACCESS SWAP DAY/NIGHT REC CLU-5729TSI 1. PART NAME 50" LCD Rear PTV Stand - SP50W 50" LCD Rear PTV Stand - SP50WS 60" LCD Rear PTV Stand - SP60W 60" LCD Rear PTV Stand - SP60WS PART NO. H520445 QJ01601 H520446 QJ01602 2. 3. OPTIONAL LCD REAR PTV STAND (NOT INCLUDED, ORDER SEPARATELY) CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND Excellent for VCR and video tape storage. CAUTION: 1. This SP50W and SP50WS LCD stand for use only with Hitachi 50V500, 50V500A, 50V500G or 50V500E. Use with other apparatus is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury. 2. This SP60W and SP60WS LCD stand for use only with Hitachi 60V500A, or 60V500E. Use with other apparatus is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury. 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-5729TSI (Part No. HL01829). 2. Two "AA" size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). 3. Two IR Mouse Cables (Part No. EY01641). 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 "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 (Remote Control) Lift up on tab to remove back cover. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace with the same or equivalent type. 4 HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD REAR PTV ANTENNA Unless your LCD Rear PTV 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. 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. When installing your LCD Rear PTV against a wall, keep it at least 10 cm (4 inches) from the wall. VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI LCD Rear PTV 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 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 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. FIRST TIME USE R 20' 4" Minimum 50 BEST HORIZONTAL 10' 50 15' S 20 3' 0' 5' 10' 15' 20' 5' 4" Minimum L 20' VIEWING ANGLE S IMPORTANT NOTES: 1. Since LCD Rear PTV incorporates a high pressure lamp to display an image, it may take about one minute for the picture to become stable, after the power has been turned on. After extended use, the picture may darken, the color may look unusual, or the lamp "goes out," (burns out). You may hear a "pop" sound when the lamp "goes out." These are common characteristics of the lamp, and should not be considered defective. 2. LCD Rear PTV incorporates an advanced cooling fan system to prevent from overheating. If you hear the cooling fan, it should not be considered defective. 3. If you hear a "cracking" sound from the TV cabinet, it is due to the TV's cabinet expanding and contracting due to room temperature changes. It has no effect on the TV's functions. 4. The LCD Rear PTV cabinet is constructed with all plastic. Make sure to place it on a flat surface. An uneven surface might warp the cabinet and reduce the picture quality. 5 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. FIRST TIME USE 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 laser- disc players with an S-Video feature in place of the standard video cable to produce a high quality picture. IR Mouse Cable (Provided) Connect the IR Mouse Cable to the IR BLASTER output of your TV when using the A/V Network feature. You must place the IR mouse transmitter in front of the IR sensor of your external components. This connection allows your TV to control your external components without using your external component's remote control. Digital Visual Interface (DVI) Connection Cable This cable is used to connect external devices with DVI-HDTV output capability. 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 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 antenna or CATV cable To second antenna or cable system To outdoor VHF or UHF antenna 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. ANT A/ANT B From 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. Antenna Mixer From outdoor antenna or CATV System 6 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FIRST TIME USE PUSH PUSH PHOTO MC INPUT 5 S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO R AUDIO VOL- VOL+ CH- CH+ INPUT MENU EXIT SELECT 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. Your selection is shown NOTES: Your remote control does not have an INPUT button. To change to video inputs, press VID1~VID5 buttons depending on your choice (see page 33). To change antenna source, press the ANT button on your remote control. 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 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. When the TV power is turned OFF at a volume level 31 or greater, the volume level will default to 30 when the TV is turned ON. However, if it is set to a level 30 or less, the volume level will be at the level it was set when the TV is turned ON. FRONT INPUT JACKS (INPUT 5) 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/EXIT button on the front control panel until VIDEO: 5 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack. PHOTO MC Insert a PC card adapter with your Photo memory card to view the digital still pictures (see page 27). To Memory Card view your digital pictures, an adapter is Samples Below are adapters that have been tested with your television. Please find Tested required. out which memory card you have Dazzle 4 in 1 (DM-9400) and acquire it from your local source. 1. Secure Digital (SD) 2. Multimedia Card (MMC) or 3. Memory Stick (MS) SanDisk 4 in 1 (SDDR-6507) 4. Smart Media (SM) 5. Compact Flash I (CF I) Dazzle (DM-9000) or 6. Compact Flash II (CF II) SanDisk (SDCF-38) 7. xD Picture Card Olympus (MAPC-10) Notes: Adapter is subject to change for improvement. Some terms used herein are trademarks of various companies. 7 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS IR RECEIVER/LEARNING AV NET sensor The screen area acts as the IR receiver (remote sensor) and the LEARNING AV NET sensor of the TV. When using the remote control, point it towards the screen for best response. POWER button Press this button to turn the TV on or off. POWER light This light is on during normal operation. Light Blinking Slowly (2 seconds): television lamp is cooling down. It takes 12-15 seconds to warm up and about 2 minutes to cool NOTES: 1. INDICATOR INDICATION LIGHT ON LAMP LED BLINKING MEANING NO LAMP LIGHT or BROKEN LAMP WRONG LAMP UNIT ASSEMBLY / LAMP DOOR OPEN Too hot inside the OPTIC unit COOLING FAN STOPPED NORMAL OPERATION COOL DOWN ACTION Need to replace if LAMP still does not light by "Power On" again. Check assembly condition of LAMP UNIT FIRST TIME USE TEMP LED LIGHT ON BLINKING Call for Service POWER LIGHT ON SLOWLY BLINKING 2. If the LAMP, TEMP, and POWER LED are blinking in the order below, the television is warming up. POWER TEMP LAMP 3. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may appear to be OFF when it is set to input 1 ~ input 5 and the video signal is not received from the input jacks. Please make sure the Blue Power light indicator is not lit (OFF) when you are not watching for long lasting performance. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television has an internal lamp that lights up the TV screen. Make sure to turn off the Power when you do not watch the LCD Rear Projection Television for longer lamp life. down. TEMP indicator This light is off during normal operation. If this indicator is lit, the optic unit is too hot. If this indicator is blinking, the cooling fan has stopped. Please call service. 4. LAMP indicator - NORMAL OPERATION INDICATOR IS OFF If light is lit, the lamp has failed. See page 69-72 for lamp replacement procedure. Consult your Hitachi dealer for proper part. If light is blinking, lamp cover is not assembled securely after replacement. PHOTO MC LED LIGHT INDICATOR Shows the status of the memory card (see page 27). IMPORTANT NOTES: 1. A small number of missing, discolored, or lit all the time dots or pixels is characteristic of TFT LCD technology due to the manufacturing process irrespective of manufacturer. 2. Since LCD Rear PTV incorporates a high pressure lamp to display an image, it may take about one minute for the picture to become stable, after the power has been turned on. After extended use, the picture may darken, the color may look unusual, or the lamp "goes out," (burns out). You may hear a "pop" sound when the lamp "goes out." These are common characteristics of the lamp, and should not be considered defective. 3. LCD Rear PTV incorporates an advanced cooling fan system to prevent from overheating. If you hear the cooling fan, it should not be considered defective. 4. If you hear a "cracking" sound from the TV cabinet, it is due to the TV's cabinet expanding and contracting due to room temperature changes. It has no effect on the TV's functions. 8 FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS 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: FIRST TIME USE INPUT 5 S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO R AUDIO INPUT 5 S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO R AUDIO 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. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable. 3. If you have a mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack of your TV. 9 REAR PANEL JACKS ANT A FIRST TIME USE DVI-HDTV PR TO CONVERTER INPUT 1 PB Y R (MONO)/L AUDIO PR ANT B INPUT 2 PB Y/VIDEO R (MONO)/L AUDIO R AUDIO TO HI-FI CENTER IN IR BLASTER INPUT 3 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO R INPUT 4 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO L R MONITOR OUT AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO R 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. TO CONVERTER- This antenna output allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source, such as a cable box, only when ANT B is displayed as a main picture. Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4 The VID1~VID4 buttons will select each video source each time they are 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 3 and 4, but only one of these inputs may be used at a time. MONITOR OUT These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording. Use the S-VIDEO Output for high quality video output. NOTE: S-VIDEO output may be used for recording only when the input is of S-VIDEO type. AUDIO TO HI-FI Output 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. CENTER IN (Input) This jack is for stereo amplifiers with center signal capability. This feature allows the TV speakers to be used as a center speaker. The TV must be set as a center channel by selecting "TV as Center" on the Internal Speakers Settings of the Audio Menu (see page 50). S-VIDEO Inputs 3 and 4 Inputs 3 and 4 provide S-VIDEO (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-VIDEO output capability. 10 REAR PANEL JACKS 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. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to the TV's PR input. 3. Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. In this case, connect the component CB output to the TV's PB input and the component CR output to the TV's PR input. 4. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (See page 47) 5. To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR jacks. 6. Input 2 (Y/VIDEO) can be used for composite video and component video input. FIRST TIME USE IR Blaster This jack provides IR output to your external components (VCR, Cable box, DVD player, etc.). With this connection, your external components can automatically be controlled by the AV Net feature. This connection will allow you to control the external components with your television's remote control (see page 20). DVI-HDTV Input (Input 1) Use this DVI-HDTV Input for your external devices with DVI-HDTV output such as a Set-Top-Box, high-band DTV decoders, DVD players with Digital Content Protection. NOTES: 1. Only DTV format such as 1080i, 720p, 480i and 480p are available for DVI-HDTV input. 2. The DVI-HDTV input is NOT compatible when used with a DVD player from a personal computer. 3. When connecting a Set-Top-Box with a copy-protect digital out terminal, a high definition picture can be displayed on the screen in its digital form. 11 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP CONNECT TO IR BLASTER IR Sensor Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable DIGITAL OUTPUT FIRST TIME USE (Provided) D-VHS 2-Way signal splitter DVD Player Y OUTPUT PB/CB PR/CR L HDTV Set-Top Box R Y PB PR OUTPUT L R L R OUTPUT ANT A VCR #1 DVI-HDTV PR TO CONVERTER INPUT 1 PB Y ANT IN OUTPUT S-VIDEO V L R R (MONO)/L AUDIO PR ANT B INPUT 2 PB Y/VIDEO R (MONO)/L AUDIO R AUDIO TO HI-FI CENTER IN IR BLASTER INPUT 3 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO R INPUT 4 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO L R MONITOR OUT AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO R OUTPUT INPUT Cable TV Box L R INPUT CENTER OUTPUT IR Sensor S-VIDEO V L INPUT R S-VIDEO V L OUTPUT R VCR #2 Laserdisc player, VCR, camcorder, etc. Stereo System Amplifier CONNECT TO IR BLASTER (Provided) NOTES: 1. Connect only 1 component to each input jack. 2. 3. 4. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. Composite video signal can be input to Input2~Input5. Cables are not included with the purchase of this TV, except when noted as "provided". 12 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: 3 in the example on page 12). Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections. You may use VIDEO or S-VIDEO inputs to connect to Input 3, Input 4 or Input 5, but only one of these may be used at a time. Connect only 1 component (VCR, DVD player, camcorder, etc.) to each input jack. COMPONENT: Y-PBPR (Input 1 &2) connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players and settop-boxes. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. Input 2 accepts both composite and component video signals. Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's P B input and the components R-Y output to the TV's PR input. Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. In this case, connect the components CB output to the TV's PB input and the components CR output to the TV's PR input. You may use composite video signal for Input 2~Input 5. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (See page 47) To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output may be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR jacks. When using DVI input from a Set-Top-Box, it is recommended to use a 1080i or 720p input signal. FIRST TIME USE · · · · · · 13 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 FIRST TIME USE ANT A DVI-HDTV PR TO CONVERTER INPUT 1 PB Y R (MONO)/L AUDIO PR ANT B INPUT 2 PB Y/VIDEO R (MONO)/L AUDIO R AUDIO TO HI-FI CENTER IN IR BLASTER INPUT 3 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO R INPUT 4 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO L R MONITOR OUT AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO R L R INPUT Stereo System Amplifier 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. See page 50 for Audio Settings. 14 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES 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. FIRST TIME USE 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 VID1~VID5 button is pressed as shown below. Connect an external source to the INPUT terminal, then press the VID1~VID5 button as necessary to view the input source (see page 33). NOTE: 1. When the TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from the VIDEO INPUT JACK on the back 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. 2. You may select other Input sources by AV Net (see page 20). CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO 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. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack. Press the VID2~VID5 button to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player. The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds. Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel. ANT A DVI-HDTV 2. 3. 4. PR TO CONVERTER INPUT 1 PB Y R (MONO)/L AUDIO PR ANT B INPUT 2 PB Y/VIDEO R (MONO)/L AUDIO R AUDIO TO HI-FI CENTER IN IR BLASTER INPUT 3 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO R INPUT 4 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO L R MONITOR OUT AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO R Audio Video OUTPUT VCR 15 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES 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. FIRST TIME USE 2. 3. 4. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. Press the VID2~VID5 button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds. Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel. 5. ANT A DVI-HDTV PR TO CONVERTER INPUT 1 PB Y R (MONO)/L AUDIO PR ANT B INPUT 2 PB Y/VIDEO R (MONO)/L AUDIO R AUDIO TO HI-FI CENTER IN IR BLASTER INPUT 3 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO R INPUT 4 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO L R MONITOR OUT AUDIO L VIDEO S-VIDEO R OUTPUT R L V VCR NOTES: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose. 2. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2 (see page 12), but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections. 16 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO SOURCE TO INPUT 3, 4 AND 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. FIRST TIME USE 2. 3. 4. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. Press the VID3~VID5 button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds. Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel. 5. ANT A DVI-HDTV PR TO CONVERTER INPUT 1 PB Y R (MONO)/L AUDIO PR ANT B INPUT 2 PB Y/VIDEO R (MONO)/L AUDIO R AUDIO TO HI-FI CENTER IN IR BLASTER INPUT 3 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO R INPUT 4 (MONO)/L VIDEO S-VIDEO