Hitachi 51F500, 57F500, 57G500, 46F500, 51G500 User Manual

PROJECTION COLOR TV

46F500	51G500
51F500	57G500
57F500

OPERATING GUIDE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3

			FIRST TIME USE	4-17

THE REMOTE CONTROL

18-31

Video

Audio

Ch. Manager

Locks

Setup

Move SEL Sel

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

32-56

USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX

57-62

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

IMPORTANT

SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT

YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION

Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI televisions.

Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television.

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 color television.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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 lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within theproduct’s enclosure that may be of a sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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 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 television.

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 authority to operate the television.

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 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 television receiver will display television closed captioning, ( or ), in accordance with paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.

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.

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IMPORTANT

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 man- ufacturer, 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.

Do not place any objects on the top of the television which may fall or cause a child to climb to retrieve the objects.

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.

Note to the CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 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.

Disposal of this product may require specific instructions pertaining to your resident state. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.

Projection TV’s are heavy and can mark or damage floor surfaces (especially wood flooring) if moved improperly. Do not slide or force TV into position. Always roll TV allowing casters at bottom of unit to help steer and position the TV.

PREVENTION OF SCREEN BURN

This Wide Screen TV is designed to display wide screen pictures. Images should be viewed mostly in wide screen format or zoomed to fill the screen with moving pictures. Use of side panels, top and bottom panels of standard picture formats should only be 15% of your total viewing time to prevent uneven aging of the phosphors. Phosphors in the lighted area of the picture will age more rapidly than the gray areas. 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 “SCREEN BURNS” constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty.

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.

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ACCESSORIES

Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.

PART NAME	PART NO.		ILLUSTRATION
CLU-4321UG			POWER
	HL01831	TV	CBL/SAT DVD/VCR
REMOTE CONTROL
		PIP	SWAP PIP MODE
			FREEZE
		VIDEO	PIP CH
			MENU
			SELECT
		MUTE	LAST CH
			EXIT

VOL CH

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

ANT	0		INFO
VID1	VID2	VID3	VID4
REC		ASPECT VIRTUAL HD
	VID5

CLU-4321UG

1. 2.

46" TELEVISION

STAND

SP-46W H530056 (Not included,

order separately) OPTIONAL

CAUTION: Television stand model SP-46W is designed for use with a 46 inch television set only. 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-4321UG (Part No. HL01831).

2.Two “AA” size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit).

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT

1.Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers and pulling the cover off.

2.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.

BOTTOM VIEW

4. Replace the cover.

Lift up on tab to remove back cover.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace with the same or equivalent type.

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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 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.

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.

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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).

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.

“F” Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector

For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna jack on the television.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

PULL

POWER

S-VIDEO	-AUDIO-	MAGIC FOCUS	VOL-	VOL+	CH-	CH+	INPUT	MENU
	VIDEO L/MONO R
INPUT 5
							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 in the top right corner of the screen. This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode.

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 20).

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.

POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV on or off.

MAGIC FOCUS

Use this button to automatically adjust your picture quality to optimum performance (see page 36). The Magic Focus button will not work when adjustment mode is set to manual (see page 37).

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 button 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.

IR RECEIVER

The screen area acts as the IR receiver (remote sensor) of the TV. When using the remote control, point it towards the screen for best response.

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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:

S-VIDEO	-AUDIO-	MAGIC FOCUS	S-VIDEO	-AUDIO-	MAGIC FOCUS
	VIDEO L/MONO R			VIDEO L/MONO R
INPUT 5			INPUT 5

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.

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REAR PANEL JACKS

ANT A
			DVI-HDTV
		PR	PB	Y
	INPUT 1
TO		R	(MONO)/L
CONVERTER				AUDIO
		PR	PB	Y/VIDEO
ANT B	INPUT 2	R	(MONO)/L
				AUDIO
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 3
AUDIO		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 4
TO HI-FI
L	MONITOR	R	L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	OUT
R			AUDIO

Antenna Input/Output

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, 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.

S-VIDEO Inputs 3 and 4

Inputs 3 and 4 provide S-VIDEO (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-VIDEO output capability.

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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 35)

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.

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 and D-VHS 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.

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REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP

Outside antenna or

D-VHS

cable TV coaxial cable

DIGITAL OUTPUT

2-Way signal splitter

DVD Player

HDTV Set-Top Box

L

R

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

Y

PB/CB PR/CR L

R

Y

PB

PR L

R

OUTPUT

ANT A

VCR #1

DVI-HDTV

ANT

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO V

L

R

PR

PB

Y

IN

INPUT 1

TO

R

(MONO)/L

AUDIO

CONVERTER

PR

PB

Y/VIDEO

ANT B

INPUT 2

R

(MONO)/L

AUDIO

R

(MONO)/L

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

R

(MONO)/L

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

INPUT 4

TO HI-FI

R

L

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

L

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO

R

OUTPUT INPUT

Cable TV Box

L	R	S-VIDEO V L R	S-VIDEO	V L R
				OUTPUT
INPUT		INPUT

	VCR #2		Laserdisc player, VCR,
			camcorder, etc.

Stereo System Amplifier

NOTE: 1. Connect only 1 component to each input jack.

2.Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.

3.Composite video signal can be input to Input2~Input5.

4.Cables are not included with the purchase of this television.

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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 11). 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 set-top- 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 PB 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 35)

To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR jacks.

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES

To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below.

REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION

ANT A

			DVI-HDTV
		PR	PB	Y
	INPUT 1
TO		R	(MONO)/L
CONVERTER				AUDIO
		PR	PB	Y/VIDEO
ANT B	INPUT 2	R	(MONO)/L
				AUDIO
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 3
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 4
AUDIO
TO HI-FI		R	L	VIDEO
					S-VIDEO
L	MONITOR
	OUT
			AUDIO
R

L R

INPUT

Stereo System Amplifier

NOTE: 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. See page 41 for AUDIO Advanced Settings.

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your TV set is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner’s manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs.

The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions. However, you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components and features. 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 22)

INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER

(ANTENNA)	(INPUT)

VID1

ANT

NOTE: 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.

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

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.

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 VID2~VID5 button to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player. The VIDEO label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds.

4.Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

ANT A

			DVI-HDTV
		PR	PB	Y
	INPUT 1
TO		R	(MONO)/L
CONVERTER				AUDIO
		PR	PB	Y/VIDEO
ANT B	INPUT 2	R	(MONO)/L
				AUDIO
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 3
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 4
AUDIO
TO HI-FI		R	L	VIDEO
					S-VIDEO
L	MONITOR
	OUT
			AUDIO
R

Audio Video

OUTPUT

VCR

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A STEREO SOURCE TO INPUT2~INPUT5

1.Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below.

2.Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack.

3.Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack.

4.Press the VID2~VID5 button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The VIDEO label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds.

5.Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

ANT A

			DVI-HDTV
		PR	PB	Y
	INPUT 1
TO		R	(MONO)/L
CONVERTER				AUDIO
		PR	PB	Y/VIDEO
ANT B	INPUT 2	R	(MONO)/L
				AUDIO
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 3
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 4
AUDIO
TO HI-FI
					S-VIDEO
L	MONITOR
	OUT
			AUDIO
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, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. (INPUT: 3 in example on page 11) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections.

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

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.

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 VID3~VID5 button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The VIDEO label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds.

5.Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

ANT A

			DVI-HDTV
		PR	PB	Y
	INPUT 1
TO		R	(MONO)/L
CONVERTER				AUDIO
		PR	PB	Y/VIDEO
ANT B	INPUT 2	R	(MONO)/L
				AUDIO
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 3
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 4
AUDIO
TO HI-FI		R	L	VIDEO
					S-VIDEO
L	MONITOR
	OUT
			AUDIO
R

OUTPUT

R L V

S-VIDEO

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, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. (INPUT: 3 in example on page 11) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections.

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH DVI-HDTV CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1.

1.Connect the DVI connection cable from the output of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the DVI-HDTV input as shown on the TV set at right.

2.Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack.

3.Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack.

4.Press the VID1 button to view the program from theHDTV set top box or DVD player. The VIDEO label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds.

5.Press ANT button to return to the previous channel.

D-VHS

DIGITAL OUTPUT

L R

OUTPUT

ANT A

				Y
	INPUT 1
TO			(MONO)/L
CONVERTER				AUDIO
		PR	PB	Y/VIDEO
ANT B	INPUT 2	R	(MONO)/L
				AUDIO
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 3
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 4
AUDIO
TO HI-FI		R	L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
L	MONITOR
	OUT
			AUDIO
R

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE TO INPUT 1 OR 2: Y-PBPR.

1.Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on the TV set at right.

2.Connect the cable from the CB/PB OUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (PB) jack.

3.Connect the cable from the CR/PR OUT or R-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (PR) jack.

4.Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack.

5.Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack.

6.Press the VID1~VID2 button, to view the program from the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box. The VIDEO label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds.

7.Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

DVD Player

OUTPUT

PR PB Y L R

ANT A
			HDTV
		PR	PB	Y
	INPUT 1
TO		R	(MONO)/L
CONVERTER
			PB	Y/VIDEO
ANT B	INPUT 2	R	(MONO)/L
				AUDIO
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 3
		R	(MONO)/L	VIDEO	S-VIDEO
	INPUT 4
AUDIO
TO HI-FI		R	L	VIDEO
					S-VIDEO
L	MONITOR
	OUT
			AUDIO
R

NOTE: 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. See page 12 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

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THE REMOTE CONTROL

In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CBL (Cable TV) converters, satellite receiver, DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area.

To operate your TV, point the remote control at the screen of the TV and press the TV button. The remote will now control your television.

To operate your cable/satellite box, point the remote at the remote sensor of the cable/satellite box and press the CABLE/ SATELLITE (CBL/SAT) button. The remote will now control your cable/satellite box. (See page 29 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your cable box.)

To operate your DVD/VCR player, point the remote at the remote sensor of the DVD/VCR player and press the DVD/VCR button. The remote will now control your DVD/VCR player. (See pages 28 and 30 for instruction on how to program the remote to control your DVD/VCR player.)

	POWER
TV	CBL/SAT DVD/VCR
PIP	SWAP PIP MODE
	FREEZE
VIDEO	PIP CH
	MENU

These buttons allow the remote to control your TV, VCR, DVD or cable/satellite box depending on which mode is chosen, as explained above.

SELECT

MUTE	LAST CH
	EXIT

VOL CH

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

ANT

0

INFO

VID1	VID2	VID3	VID4
REC		ASPECT VIRTUAL HD
	VID5

TV OR VCR/DVD BUTTONS

When in TV mode, these buttons, except the REC button, will select from five video input sources. When in VCR/DVD mode, these buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR/DVD codes.

CLU-4321UG

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