Hitachi 26LD2550B User Manual

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26LD2550B

Instructions for use

Contents

Safety Precautions .......................................... 3

Feat ures ............................................................ 5

Acce sso rie s ..................................................... 5

Rear Vie w and Perip heral Connections ...... 6

Remote Control Buttons ................................ 7

Preparation ....................................................... 8

Before Switching On Your TV ........................ 8

Power Connection ......................................... 8

Connections To The Aerial Input Socket ........ 8

Inserting Batteries In The Remote Control

Handset ......................................................... 8

Handling the Remote Control ......................... 8

Operating Range for the Remote Control....... 8

Switching The TV ON/OFF ............................... 9

Naviga ting th e Menu System ......................... 9

Initia l Settings .................................................. 9

Basic Operations ........................................... 10

Volume Setting ...................................... 10

Programme Selection ............................ 10

Entering Main Menu ............................... 10

AV Mode ............................................... 10

Volume Setting ...................................... 10

Programme Selection (Previous or next

programme)........................................... 10

Programme Selection (direct access): .. 10

Everyday Operation ........................................ 11

Information Banner ....................................... 11

Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) .............. 11

Displaying The Subtitles .............................. 12

Digital Teletext ............................................. 12

Over Air Download...................................... 12

Widescreen ................................................. 12

IDTV M enu System ........................................ 13

Channel List ................................................ 13

Navigating the whole channel list .......... 13

Deleting the channels in the channel list 13

Renaming channels ............................... 13

Adding locks to channels ...................... 14

Setting Favourites ................................. 14

Installation ................................................... 14

Configuration ............................................... 16

Timers ......................................................... 17

Language .................................................... 18

TV Setup ..................................................... 18

Common Interface ....................................... 18

Analogue TV Menu System ......................... 19

Picture Menu ............................................... 19

Mode ..................................................... 19

Contrast/Brightness/Sharpness/Colour/

Hue ....................................................... 19

Colour Temp .......................................... 19

Noise Reduction .................................... 19

Film Mode .............................................. 19

Picture Zoom ......................................... 20

Reset .................................................... 20

Sound Menu ................................................ 20

Volume .................................................. 20

Equalizer ............................................... 20

Balance ................................................. 20

Headphone............................................ 20

volume ........................................................ 20

sound mode ................................................ 20

balance ...................................................... 20

Sound Mode .......................................... 20

AVL ....................................................... 20

Effect .................................................... 20

Dynamic Bass ....................................... 20

Features Menu ............................................ 20

Sleep Timer ........................................... 21

Child Lock .............................................. 21

Language .............................................. 21

EXT2 Out ............................................... 21

PC Audio In ............................................ 21

Blue Background ................................... 21

Menu Background ................................. 21

Menu Timeout ........................................ 21

Teletext Language ................................. 21

Default Zoom ......................................... 21

Install Menu ................................................. 21

Program Table ....................................... 21

Name .......................................................... 22

Insert ......................................................... 22

Delete......................................................... 22

APS (Auto Programming System) ............... 22

A.P.S. (Auto Programming System)

Country ................................................. 22

Program ................................................ 22

Band ..................................................... 22

Channel ................................................. 22

Colour System ....................................... 22

Sound System ....................................... 22

Fine Tune .............................................. 22

Search .................................................. 22

Store ..................................................... 23

Install menu in AV modes ...................... 23

Colour System ............................................ 23

VCR ............................................................ 23

Store ..................................................... 23

Source menu ............................................... 23

PC Mode .......................................................... 24

Installation ................................................... 24

Menu System in PC mode ............................ 24

Sound Menu/Feature Menu ................... 24

PC Picture Menu .................................... 24

PC POSITION Menu ................................ 24

Autoposition .......................................... 24

H (Horizontal) Position ........................... 24

V (Vertical) Position .............................. 24

Phase .................................................... 24

Dot Clock ............................................... 24

Sound in PC mode ................................. 24

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Other Features ............................................... 24

TV Status .................................................... 24

Mute Indicator .............................................. 24

AV Modes ................................................... 24

Personal Preference ................................... 24

Zoom Modes ............................................... 25

Auto ...................................................... 25

Zoom ..................................................... 25

Cinema .................................................. 25

16:9 Zoom ............................................. 25

Subtitle .................................................. 25

4:3 ......................................................... 25

14:9 Zoom ............................................. 25

Panoramic ............................................. 25

Freeze Picture ............................................. 25

Teletex t ............................................................ 26

Special Teletext Functions ........................... 26

Fastext ........................................................ 26

For Fastext............................................ 26

TOP text ...................................................... 26

Connect Peripheral Equipment ................... 27

High Definition ............................................. 27

Via The Scart .............................................. 27

Via Aerial Input ............................................ 27

Decoder ...................................................... 27

Connect a decoder with an aerial socket to

the TV ................................................... 27

Connect a decoder without an aerial

socket to the TV .................................... 27

TV And Video Recorder .............................. 27

Playback NTSC ............................................ 27

Copy Facility ................................................ 27

Camera And Camcorder .............................. 27

To Connect To AV Input ......................... 27

To Connect To S-VHS Input ................... 27

Connect the Decoder to the Video Recorder 27

Connecting Headphones (optional) ............. 27

Audio Lineout .............................................. 27

Ti ps .................................................................. 28

Care Of The Screen .................................... 28

Poor Picture................................................. 28

No Picture .................................................... 28

Sound .......................................................... 28

Remote Control ............................................ 28

Appendix A: PC Input Typical Display

Modes .............................................................. 29

Appendix B: Aerial Connection ................... 29

Appendix C: Connect Peripheral

Equ ipment ....................................................... 29

Appendix D: AV and HDMI Signal

Compatibility .................................................. 30

Specifi cations ................................................. 31

S-input connector pin specifications ........... 32

HDMI connector pin specifications .............. 32

SCART connector pin specifications ........... 32

Signal Input .................................................. 32

PC RGB Terminal (D-sub 15-pin connector) 32

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Safety Precautions

Surely connect

the ground wire.

Please read the following recommended safety precautions carefully for your safety.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ON OPERATING YOUR TV

Do’s and Don’ts

DO’s

This Television has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards, but like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

DO consult your dealer if you are in any doubt about installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.

This TV is supplied with a fitted mains plug. This plug must not be cut off as it may contain a special radio interference filter, the removal

of which could lead to impaired performance. If you wish to extend the lead, obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

Observe the manufacturers instructions when connecting extension leads to the TV. Check the fuse rating on the new plug, this should be fitted with a 5 Amp fuse which conforms to either ASTA or BSI (BS1 362) approvals, these are easily

identifiable by either the

you are in any doubt about the installation of an extension lead, please consult a competent electrician.

DON’Ts

DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you

are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

or symbols. If

DON’T place water filled vessels on top of T.V. cabinets.

DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.

DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure your family know how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs or stands to the TV with any screws other than those provided - to ensure complete safety always use the manufacturers approved stand with the fixings provided.

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

ABOVE ALL

• NEVER let anyone, especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case - this could result in a fatal electric shock.

• NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind - it is better to be safe than sorry!

1. Power Source

The set should be operated only from a 220-240V AC, 50 Hz. outlet. Ensure you select the correct voltage setting for your convenience.

2. Power Cord

Do not place the set, a piece of furniture,etc. on the power cord(mains lead) or pinch the cord.Handle the power cord by the plug.Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short

Be sure to ground the connection properly.

Connect the ground terminal of the AC inlet of this display with the ground terminal provided at the power outlet using the enclosed power cord. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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circuit or electric shock.Never make a knot in the cord

Information for users applicable in European

This symbol on the product or on its packaging

mea ns tha t y our electrical and electronic

equipment should be disposed at the end of life

separately from your household wastes. There are

separate collection systems for recycling in EU. For

more information, please contact the local authority

or tie it with other cord.The power cord should be placed in such a way that they are not likely to be stepped on.

A damaged power cord can cause fire or give you an electric shock. When it is damaged and need to be changed, it should be done by qualified personel.

3. Moisture and Water

Do not use this equipment in a humid and damp place (avoid the bathroom, the sink in the kitchen, and near the washing machine). Do not expose this equipment to rain or water, as this may be dangerous and do not place objects filled with liquids,such as flower vases on top of the set. Avoid from dripping or splashing.

If any solid object or liquid falls into the cabinet, unplug the set and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further

4. Cleaning

Before cleaning, unplug the set from the wall outlet. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use soft and dry cloth.

5. Ventilation

The slots and openings on the receiver are intended for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation. To prevent overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered in anyway.

6. Heat and Flames

The set should not be placed near to naked flames and sources of intense heat,suc h as an electric heater. Ensure that no naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, are placed on top of the set

7. Lightning

In case of storm and lightning or when going on holiday, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.

8. Replacement Part

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts which are specified by the manufacturer or have the same specifications as the original one. Unauthorised substitutions may result in fire, electrical shock, or other hazards.

9. Servicing

Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not remove the cover yourself as this may result in an electric shock.

WARNING: When the device is not in use for a long

time, disconnect from power.

Instructions for waste disposal:

• Packaging and packaging aids are recyclable and should principally be recycled. Packaging materials, such as foil bag, must be kept away from children.

• Battery, including those which is heavy metal-free, should not be disposed of with household waste. Please dispose of used battery in an environmentally sound manner. Find out about the legal regulations which apply in your area.

• Cold cathode fluoresant lamp in LCD PANEL contains a small amount of mercury, please follow local ordinates or regulations for disposal.

• The mains plug of the power supply is used as disconnect device and therefore shall remain readily operable.

Warning: To prevent injury, this device must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the installation instrutions.

“The LCD panel is very high technology product with about a million thin film transistors, giving you fine picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green or red. Please note that this does not affect the performance of your product.”

“DO NOT LEAVE YOUR TV AT STAND-BY OR OPERATING WHEN YOU LEAVE YOUR HOUSE”

Union countries

or the dealer where you purchased the product.

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Features

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• Remote controlled colour LCD TV.

• Fully integrated Digital TV (DVB-T).

• 100 programmes from VHF, UHF bands or cable channels can be preset.

• It can tune cable channels.

• Controlling the TV is very easy by its menu driven system.

• It has 2 Scart sockets for external devices (such as video, video games, audio set, etc.).

• Stereo sound system (German+Nicam).

• Full function Teletext (500 pages).

Fastext, TOP text.

• Headphone connection.

• A.P.S. (Automatic Programming System).

• All programmes can be named.

• Forward or backward automatic tuning.

• Sleep timer.

• Child Lock.

• Automatic sound mute when no transmission.

• NTSC Playback.

• AV in and S-VHS in are available.

• It has VGA connector for external devices such as computer.

• It has an HDMI connector for Digital Video and Audio. This connection is also designed to accept High Definition signals.

• AVL (Automatic Volume Limiting)

• When no valid signal is detected, after 5 minutes the TV switches itself automatically to stand-by mode.

• PLL (Frequency Search).

• PC Input.

• Plug&Play for Windows 9X, ME, Vista, 2000, XP.

• Audio Line Out.

Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before installation. In case of missing or damaged items please contact your dealer immediatley.

UK Plug

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1 2

JKL

4 5

STU

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SOURCE

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INFO

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Remote Controller

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Batteries

2 X AAA

Instruction Book

Quick Guide

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Rear View and Peripheral Connections

P/CH+TV/AV

Volume

STANDBY

TV/AV

Built-in Speakers.

Fixed Table Top Stand.

IR Receiver

Standby LED

P/CH

220V-240V

POWER

AC~50 Hz

S-VHS Input (S-Video)

Video Input (FAV)

Audio Inputss

Headphone

Audio Line Outss

Power Cord Input

Power On/Off Switch

For Service Use Only

SCART 2 (EXT-2)

SCART 1 (EXT-1)

Component Audio Inputss

Component Video Inputs (YPbPr)

RF (Antenna) (TV/DTV)

PC Audio Input

PC VGA Input (PC RGB)

CI Slot

HDMI Input (HDMI)

Note: Because FAV CVBS and SVHS Y are connected parallelly, the picture may blend if the two peripherals are used at the same time. Likewise, because SVHS C and SCART II R are connected parallelly, the picture may blend if the two peripherals are used at the same time. Thus these two are not to be used at the same time.

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Remote Control Buttons

DTV

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= Stand By

0 - 9 = Direct Programme

/SOURCE = External Source

(TV, EXT1, EXT2, EXT2 S, FAV,

S-VIDEO, HDMI, YPBPR, PC, DTV)

/ INFO = Info / *APS Table

P/Ch+ = Programme Up/

P/Ch- = Programme Down

OK/SELECT = OK (Store) / *Freeze

, , , = Cursor buttons

MENU = Menu

Green button = Fast Text / *Picture Menu /

Subtitle On/Off in DTV mode)

Red button = Fast Text / *Sound Menu

= Time

ABC DEF GHI

1 2

JKL MNO PQR

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7 8

SOURCE

INFO

P/CH

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EXIT

= Teletext

/ = Mix / No Function

/WIDE / = Image size / Expand

P<P/SWAP =Previous Programme

PP = Personal Preference

= Reveal

/ GUIDE = Index Page

GUIDE= Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)

= Update, = No Function

/ = Hold / No Function

Blue button = Fast Text / *Install Menu

Yellow button = Fast Text / *Feature Menu

= TV / Digital TV Mode

I-II = Mono-stereo/ Dual I-II

- + = Volume + / Volume -

-/-- / EXIT = No function

= Mute

Note: * Only functional in analogue (TV) mode

WIDE

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Preparation

10 cm

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For ventilation, leave a space of at least 10 cm free all around the set. To prevent any fault and unsafe situations, please do not place any objects on top of the set.

Use this apparatus in moderate climates.

10 cm

Before Switching On Your TV

Power Connection

IMPORTANT: The TV set is designed to operate on 220-240V AC, 50 Hz.

• After unpacking, allow the TV set to reach the ambient room temperature before you connect the set to the mains.

Connections To The Aerial Input Socket

• Connect the aerial or cable TV plug to the Aerial input socket located at the rear of the TV and connect the cable plug coming out from the TV out socket located on the devices (VCR, DVB etc.) to this socket as well.

Note: Remove the battery from remote control hand-

set when it is not to be used for a long period. Otherwise it can be damaged due to any leakage of battery.

Handling the Remote Control

• It could cause corrosion or battery leakage and may result in physical injury and/or property damage including fire.

• Never mix used and new batteries in the device.

• Replace all the batteries in a device at the same time.

• Remove the batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for an extended period of time.

• To avoid possible failure, read the following instructions and handle the remote control properly.

• Do not drop or cause impact to the remote control.

• Do not spill water or any liquid on the remote control.

• Do not place the remote control on a wet object.

• Do not place the remote control under the direct sunlight or near sources of excessive heat.

Note: Remove the battery from remote control hand-

set when it is not to be used for a long period. Otherwise it can be damaged due to any leakage of battery.

Operating Range for the Remote Control

• Point the top of the remote control toward the LCD TV's remote sensor LED while pressing a button.

VHF/UHF

CABLE TV

REAR OF THE TV

Inserting Batteries In The Remote Control Handset

WARNING : Remote control is battery included. A plas-

tic protector is used to disconnect the batteries in order to prevent the battery life from reducing. Please remove the plastic protector before the first use.

• Remove the battery cover located on the back of the handset by gently pulling backwards from the indicated part.

• Insert two inside. Place the batteries in the right directions and replace the battery cover.

AAA/R03 or equivalent type batteries

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1 2

4 5

7 8

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SOURCE

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WIDE

Remote range is approximately 7m/23ft.

Switching The TV ON/OFF

To confirm choices





Do you want to search for

To switch the TV on

Your TV will switch on in two steps:

1- Connect the power supply cord to the system.

Press Power On/Off button.Then the TV switches itself to stand-by mode (Optional).

2- To switch on the TV from stand-by mode either:

Press a digit button on the remote control so that a programme number is selected, or Press the " or "

P/CH+" button on the TV or press the “P-” or

-P/CH"

“P+” button on the remote control, so that last mode

switched off is selected.

By either method the TV will switch on.

To switch the TV off

• Press the “ (stand-by)” button on the remote control or On/Off switch on the TV, so the TV will switch to stand-by mode.

To power down the TV completely, press Power On/ Off button or unplug the power cord from the mains socket.

Navigating the Menu System

For navigation

Initial Settings

When the TV is turned on for the first time, it is in the digital mode.

Because this is the first time the TV is used, there are no channels stored in the memory and the following message appears on the screen.

Please ensure aerial is plugged in. Do you want to start first time installation?

Yes

• To start installation process, select “Yes”, to cancel select

“No”.

• To select an option “Yes or No”, highlight the item by using

/  buttons and press the “SELECT” button.

The IDTV will automatically tune to the UHF transmision channels 21 to 68 looking for digital terrestrial TV broadcasts and displaying the names of channels found. This process will take about five minutes. To cancel searching, you can press the time during the process.

AUTOMATIC SEARCH

Channels:

BBC ONE BBC TWO BBC CHOICE

"MENU" button at any

For displaying menu options

TV/DTV

1- Press MENU to display the menu.

2- Press “” or “” button to select an icon. Press

“

” for more options.

3- Use “” or “” button to highlight.

4- Press “” or “” buttons to change the settings.

Press

OK to set as default.

5- To exit the menu or return from sub-menu screen,

press

MENU.

These explanations are available for the navigation

of the whole Menu System. To select options that are

explained in the following parts, refer to “Navigating

The Menu System”.

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Cancel searching

After Automatic Search process is completed, the following message asking for analogue channel search appears on the screen. TV switches to the analogue TV mode.

analogue channels?

Yes

To seach for analogue channels, select “Yes”. The menu below is displayed to search for analogue channels.

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Country

Cancel

PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA CABLE





Cancel

DTV

Language

TXT Language

AUTO PROGRAMMING SYSTEM

By pressing  /  button, adjust the Country item and press “ button to set “Language”. Use  /  buttons to select

buttons. Press “OK” button to continue:

” to highlight “Language” item. Use  /

“TXT Language” and set it by using  /

APS is running...

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After APS is finalized, a programme list will appear on the screen. In the programme list you will see the programme numbers and names assigned to the programmes.

If you do not accept the locations and / or the programme names of programmes, you can change them in Insall Menu. For details see section.

To display channel list in IDTV, switch to the IDTV via

pressing the "MENU" button to enter main menu, Channel List will be highlighted. Press the “SELECT” button to enter the menu.

“

63.75 MHz

” button. T hen press the

“Install Menu”

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Basic Operations

You can operate your TV using both the remote control and onset buttons.

Operation with the buttons on the TV

Volume Setting

• Press “ -” button to decrease volume or “ +” button to increase volume, so a volume level scale (slider) will be displayed at the middle of the bottom on the screen.

Programme Selection

• Press “P/CH +” button to select the next programme or “

P/CH -” button to select the previous programme.

Entering Main Menu

• Press the “MENU” button to enter Main menu. In the Main menu select sub-menu using “

” buttons and enter the sub-menu using “ -” or

+” buttons. To learn the usage of the menus,

“ refer to the Menu System sections (

AV Mode

Press the “TV/AV” button at the control panel on the the TV to switch your TV to AV modes.

Operation with Remote Control

The remote control of your TV is designed to control all the functions of the model you selected. The functions will be described in accordance with the menu system of your TV.

Functions of the menu system are described in the following sections.

Volume Setting

Press “ +“ button to increase volume. Press “

-” button to decrease volume. A volume level scale

(slider) will be displayed in the middle at the bottom of the screen.

Programme Selection (Previous or next programme)

• Press “P-” button to select the previous programme.

• Press “

Programme Selection (direct access):

Press digit buttons on the remote control to select programmes between 0 and 9. TV will switch to the selected programme. To select programmes between 10 - 999 (for IDTV) or 10-99 (for analogue), press the digit buttons consecutively which programme you want to select (eg. for programme 27, first press 2 and then 7). When it is too late to press second digit button only the first digit programme will be displayed. The limit of the delay time is 3 seconds.

P+” button to select the next programme.

P/CH -” or “P/CH

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