Hitachi 26LD8000TA-2 User Manual

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26LD8000TA-2

USER'S MANUAL

26LD8000TA -2

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READ THE INSTRUCTIONS INSIDE CAREFULLY. KEEP THIS USER'S MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

For future reference, record the serial number of your television.

SERIAL NO.

The serial number is located on the rear of the television.

HITACHI

USER'S MANUAL

Thank you very much for purchasing the HITACHI LCD Television. Before using your television, please carefully read the "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" and this "USER'S MANUAL" so you will know how to operate the television properly. Keep this manual in a safe place. You will find it useful in the future.

Notes on lnstallation Work:

This product is marketed assuming that it is installed by qualified personnel with enough skill and competence. Always have an installation specialist or your dealer install and set up the product. HITACHI cannot assume liabilities for damage caused by mistake in installation or mounting, misuse, modification or a natural disaster.

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Note for Dealers:

After installation, be sure to deliver this manual to the customer and explain to the customer how to handle the product.

Important

Please read this User's Manual thoroughly, especially the Safety Instructions on Page 4 to 8. Mis-use may cause damage to your LCD television, which could shorten its lifespan, or cause injury to yourself. Should you encounter any difficulty in the set-up or operation of your television, firstly refer to the Troubleshooting guide at the rear of this manual. In the unlikely event of a problem occurring with your LCD television, switch off at the mains sockets, pull out the plugs, and contact your dealer immediately.

FEATURES

Large-screen, high-definition LCD panel

The 26-inch color LCD panel, with a resolution of 1366 (H) x 768(V) pixels, creates a high-definition, large-screen (aspect ratio : 16:9) and low-profile flat display. Free from electromagnetic interferences from geomagnetic sources and ambient power lines, the panel produces high-quality display images free from color misconvergence and display distortion.

CAUTION

Under no circumstances remove the rear cover of your LCD television. Never guess or take any chances with electrical equipment of any kind - it is better to be safe than sorry!

Software Notice

It is prohibited for the end user of this product to copy, reverse engineer or reverse compile the software included therein, save to the extent permitted by law.

LCD Television

After the LCD television has been on for any length of time, you will notice that the screen becomes warm. Please note that this is normal. Sometimes the screen might have some tiny bright or dark spots. Please note that this is normal.

CAUTION

To prevent scratches or damages to the LCD screen, do not knock or rub the surface with sharp or hard objects. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened with warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners!

CAUTION

Use a soft cloth to clean the cabinet and control panel of the television. When excessively soiled dilute a neutral detergent in water, wet and wring out the soft cloth and afterward wipe with a dry soft cloth. Never use acid/alkaline detergent, alcoholic detergent, abrasive cleaner, powder soap, OA cleaner, car wax, glass cleaner, etc. especially because they would cause discoloration, scratches or cracks.

High Performance Digital Processor

A wide range of input signals can be handed, including composite, component. In addition, it corresponds to a broad array of personal computer signals, from 640 x 480 VGA to 1280 x 768 WXGA. (Analog Input)

Easy-to-use remote control and on screen display system

The remote control included eases the work of setting display controls. Further, the on-screen display system, displays the status of signal reception and display control settings in an easy-to-view fashion.

Power saving system

When connected to a VESA DPMS-compliant PC, the television cuts its power consumption while it is idle.

Connecting to an Audio Visual Device

• Two composite/S terminals*1, two component terminals. A composite video output terminal is also provided as a television output.

* 1 A composite/S terminal = A side input

• A wide range of devices can also be connected

besides personal computers.

CONTENTS

FEATURES………………….……..…….………2

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS……………….……4

NOTES……………………….……….….………8

ACCESSORIES…………………………………9

HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD

TELEVISION………………………...…………10

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS…………………12

TOP SIDE PANEL CONTROLS……….……13

REAR PANEL MAIN POWER SWITCH &

JACKS…………………………………………14

SIDE PANEL CONTROLS……………..…..…16

CONNECTING EXTERNAL SOURCES……17

Remote Controller Buttons and Functions…..20

Teletext Function……………………………...25

OSD(On-Screen Display)…………………….26

Self Diagnosis Function……………..………..35

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS………………37

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Notes about This Manual

• The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

• While meticulous care has been taken in the preparation of this manual, you are requested to notify your dealer or us should you have any comments, views or questions about our product.

• Fully understand the prerequisites to using the product, such as hardware and software specifications and constraints, in using the product. We are not held liable for damages caused by improper handling of the product.

• Reproduction of this manual in whole or in part without our prior written permission is prohibited.

• The product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This LCD 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. Before using this product, please read and understand the Safety Instructions thoroughly to ensure correct usage, and follow all the instructions.

About the Symbols

Various symbols are used in this manual, the user’s manual and on the product itself to ensure correct usage, to prevent danger to the user and others, and to prevent property damage. The meanings of these symbols are described below. It is important that you read these descriptions thoroughly and fully understand the contents.

WARNING

CAUTION

This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling.

This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could result possibly in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling

Typical Symbols

This symbol indicates an additional warning (including cautions). An illustration is provided to clarify the contents.

This symbol indicates a prohibited action. The contents will be clearly indicated in an illustration or nearby (the symbol to the left indicates that disassembly is prohibited).

This symbol indicates a compulsory action. The contents will be clearly indicated in an illustration or nearby (the symbol to the left indicates that the power plug should be disconnected from the power outlet)

WARNING

Never use the television if a problem should occur.

Abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor, no image, no sound, excessive sound, damaged casing, elements, cables, penetration of liquids or foreign matter, etc. can cause a fire or electrical shock. In such case, immediately turn off the power switch and then disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. After making sure that the smoke or odor has stopped, contact your dealer. Never attempt to make repairs yourself because this could be dangerous.

Do not insert liquids or foreign objects.

Penetration of liquids or foreign objects could result in fire or electrical shock. Use special caution in households where children are present. If liquids or foreign objects should enter the television, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact your dealer.

• Do not place the television in a bathroom.

• Do not expose the television to rain or moisture.

• Do not place flower vases, pots, cups, cosmetics, liquids such as water, etc on or around the television.

• Do not place metals, combustibles, etc on or around the television.

Never disassemble or modify the television.

The television contains high voltage components. Modification could result in fire or electrical shock.

• Never remove any fixed cover.

Do not give the television any shock or impact.

If the television should be shocked and/or broken, it could result in an injury, and continued use could result in fire or electrical shock. If the glass panel is broken or damaged, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact your dealer.

Do not place the television on an unstable surface.

If the television should be dropped and/or broken, it could result in an injury, and continued use could result in fire or electrical shock.

• Do not place the television on an unstable, slant or vibrant surface such as a wobbly or inclined stand.

Do not obstruct the ventilation of the television.

If the ventilation is obstructed during the operation of the television or just after switching off the power, it could result in damage and shorten the lifespan of your television due to overheating. Make sure there is ample ventilation.

• Keep a space of 100mm (10cm) or more between the sides, rear and top of the television and other objects such as walls.

• Do not place anything around ventilation openings of the television.

• Never block ventilation openings.

• Do not put the LCD panel side up.

• Do not cover the television with a tablecloth, etc.

• Do not place the television on a carpet or bedding, or near a curtain.

Use only the correct power outlet.

Incorrect power supply could result in fire or electrical shock. Use only the correct power outlet depending on the indication on the television and the safety standard.

• The enclosed power cord must be used depending on the power outlet to be used.

Disconnec

the plug from the

power outlet.

Do not

disassemble.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

About the Symbols (continued)

WARNING

Be cautious of the power cord connection.

Incorrect connection of the power cord could result in fire or electrical shock.

• Do not touch the power cord with a wet hand.

• Check that the connecting portion of the power cord is clean (with no dust), before using. Use a soft and dry cloth to clean the power plug.

• Insert the power plug into a power outlet firmly. Avoid using a loose, unsound outlet or contact failure.

• Do not cut off the fitted power plug, the removal of which could lead to impaired performance. If you wish to extend the lead, obtain an appropriate extension lead or consult your dealer.

• Should you require replacing the fuse in the molded plug with a new fuse, then please replace with new one of the same value, type and approval as the original. Ensure the fuse cover is returned to its original position.

Be sure to keep safety ground connection.

Connect the ground terminal of AC inlet of this television 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.

Be careful in handling the power cord and external connection cables.

If you keep using a damaged the power cord or cables, it can cause a fire or electrical shock. Do not apply too much heat, pressure or tension to the power cord and cables. If the power cord or cables are damaged (exposed or broken cord wires, etc.), contact your dealer.

• Do not place the television or heavy objects on the power cord and cables. Also, do not place a spread, cover, etc, over them because this could result in the inadvertent placing of heavy objects on the concealed power cord or cables.

• Do not pull the power cord and cables. When connecting and disconnecting the power cord or cables, do it with your hand holding the plug or connector.

• Do not place the cord near the heater.

• Do not touch the power plug just after disconnecting it from the power outlet to prevent electric shock.

• Do not touch the power plug when lightening is close to you.

• Avoid coiling the power cord and bending it sharply.

• Protect the power cord from being walked on, pinched particularly at plugs, conveniences receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

• Do not modify the power cord.

Surelyconnect

the ground wire.

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Be careful in handling the battery of the remote control.

Incorrect handling of the battery could result in fire or personal injury. The battery may explode if not handled properly.

• Keep the battery away from children and pets. If swallowed consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.

• Do not allow the battery to be exposed to fire or water.

• Avoid fire or high-temperature environment.

• Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers.

• Keep the battery in a dark, cool and dry place.

• Do not short circuit the battery.

• Do not recharge, disassemble or solder the battery.

• Do not physically impact the battery.

• Use only the battery specified in the manual of this television.

• Make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly aligned when loading the battery.

• If you observe a leakage of the battery, wipe out the liquid and then replace the battery. If the liquid adheres your body or clothes, rinse well with water.

• Obey the local laws on disposing the battery.

• Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

• No naked flame source such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus.

• The use of apparatus in moderate climates.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

About the Symbols (continued)

CAUTION

Be careful in moving the television

Neglect could result in an injury or damage.

• Do not move the television during use. Before moving, disconnect the power plug and all external connections.

• You are advised to move the television with two persons.

• Avoid any impact or shock to the television; particularly take care of glass screen.

Do not put anything on top of the television.

Placing anything on the television could result in loss of balance or falling, and cause an injury or damage. Use special caution in households where children are present.

Avoid a humid or dusty place.

Placing the television in a smoke, a highly humid, dusty place, oily soot or corrosive gas could result in fire or electrical shock.

• Do not place near the kitchen, a humidifier or other place where there is oil, smoke or humidity.

Avoid a high temperature environment.

The heat could have adverse influence on the television and other parts, and could result in transformation, melting or fire.

• Do not place the television, the remote control and other parts in direct sunlight or near a hot object such as heater, etc.

• Do not put the television in a place where the temperature is widely changing.

Remove the power cord for complete separation.

• For safety purposes, disconnect the power cord if the television is not to be used for prolonged periods of time.

• Before cleaning, turn off and unplug the television. Neglect could result in fire or electrical shock.

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PRECAUTIONS

Installation environment

Do not obstruct a ventilation hole. Do not put the television on carpet or blanket, or near a curtain which has a possibility of obstructing a ventilation hole of the television. Do not put the television in the following places.

• Hot places such as near heater, place exposed to the direct rays of the sun.

• A place where the temperature is widely changing.

• Places with soot, dust or high humidity.

• Poor air ventilation place.

• Place near fire.

• A wet place such as bathroom, or shower room.

• Place where you can trip over it.

• Always vibrating or strongly vibrating places.

• Distorted or unstable places.

How to view the television

If you use the television in too dark a room, your eyes may become tired. Please use it in a reasonably bright room. Avoid direct rays of the sun to the screen in order to prevent eye fatigue. Your eyes will get fatigued after viewing the television for long period of time. Relax your eyes by viewing away from the television from time to time. Please watch the television in downward direction.

How to clean the LCD panel of the television

Before cleaning the television, turn off the television and disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. To prevent scratching or damaging the LCD screen face, do not knock or rub the surface with sharp or hard objects. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened with warm water and dry with a soft cloth. If it is not enough, then use a cloth with mild detergent. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners.

How to clean the cabinet of the television

plug from the power outlet.

Note on image retention

The LCD television illuminates phosphor to display images. The phosphor has a finite illumination life. After extended periods of illumination, the brightness of the phosphor will be degraded to such extent that stationary images would burn-in that part of the screen as grayed-out images. Tips to prevent such image retention are:

• Do not display images having sharp brightness differences or high-contrast images, such as monochrome characters and

graphic patterns, for long.

• Do not leave stationary images appearing for long, but try to refresh them at appropriate intervals of time, or try to move them

using screen saver function.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

About the Symbols (continued)

Prevention of an obstacle to Radio receivers

This television has been designed pursuant to the international EMI standards. This is to prevent a problem to Radio receivers.

• Keep the television away from Radio.

• Adjust Radio antennas in order for the television not to receive interference.

• The antenna cable of Radio should be kept away from the television.

• Use a coaxial cable for antenna.

You can check if this television influences Radio receivers by turning off all other equipment other than the television. If you find a problem receiving Radio when using the television, check the instructions mentioned above.

Precautions for the cable connection

• Do ensure that all connections, (including the power plug, extension leads and interconnections between the pieces of equipment), are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Switch off and withdraw the power plug before making or changing connections.

• Confirm the connector is fixed tightly when the signal cable is connected. Also confirm the screws on the connector are tightened.

• Plug the power cord of the television into a different socket from that for other equipment, such as Radio etc.

• Use a plug with ground terminal and make sure that it connects to the ground.

Precaution during transportation

Please pay attention when you transport this television because it is heavy. Furthermore, use the original carton box and its packaging materials when the television is transported. Failure to transport the television in any carton except the original carton may result in damage to the television. Save the original carton box and all packing material.

Do not physically impact the remote control.

A physical impact could cause damage or malfunction of the remote control.

• Take care not to drop the remote control.

• Do not place heavy objects on the remote control.

Avoid strong rays.

Any strong rays (such as direct sun rays or room lighting) onto the remote control sensors could invalidate the remote control.

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Avoid radio interference.

Any interfering radiation could cause distorted images or noises.

• Avoid radio generator such as a mobile telephone, transceiver, etc. around the television.

Set the sound volume at a suitable level.

It is better to keep the volume level low and close the windows at night to protect the neighborhood environment.

Precautions for the installation

• Do not use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws - to ensure complete safety, always fit the manufacturers approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

• 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.

• This product is 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 that could cause the product to overturn resulting in product damage and/or personal injury.

• Follow instructions for wall, shelf or ceiling mounting as recommended by the manufacturer.

• Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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

Other precautions

• Do not 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 show your family how to do this. Make special arrangements for infirm or handicapped people.

• Disposal of this product may require specific instructions pertaining to your resident region.

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

Notes

About the Symbols (continued)

About screen defects

• High precision technology is used in the making of LCD panels but there may be dark spots (points that do not illuminate) and bright spots (points that are too bright) in some cases. These do not indicate a malfunction.

About residual images

• In some cases, residual images may remain after the short-term display of still images and another image is displayed, but these will disappear and return to normalcy. This is not a malfunction.

About the panel screen

• LCD screens display images by means of electrical discharges inside the panel. Because of this, the temperature of the panel surface may rise in some cases. Also, LCD panels are made of finely processed glass. A reinforced glass filter is installed over the panel surface but avoid strong impact because there is still danger of glass breakage.

Using in low temperatures

• The response speed of LCD panel becomes slow as the ambient temperature goes down. This feature may cause residual images in some cases, but this is not a malfunction. It will return to normal in a while after the temperature becomes normal.

ACCESSORIES

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

REMOTE CONTROL

POWER CORD

USER’S GUIDE

BATTERIES

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CAUTION: Ceiling mounting is not recommended. Mounting the panel on the ceiling does not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support for the front glass panel. This LCD television product is designed for a maximum tilting angle of 20 degrees from vertical.

1. Remote Control Unit

2. Power Cord

3. User’s Guide

4. Two “AAA” size, 1.5V batteries

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT

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

the cover off.

2. Insert two new “AAA” 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)

Press and pull the back cover to remove.

HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD TELEVISION

To take measures to prevent the LCD Television from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is important to mount the unit

in a stable place.

Securing to a wall

*Keep the LCD Television four inches away from the wall except those hung to the wall mount bracket.

10cm (4 inches) or more

NOTES: 1. Do not block the ventilation holes of the LCD Television. Blocking the ventilation holes might cause fire or defect.

2. If you purchased the wall mount bracket option, please ask for professional installer. Do not install by yourself.

3. Please use the general purpose rope to fix the TV set on the solid wall firmly.

Power Cord Connection

Connect the power cord, after completing all other connections.

཰Connect the power cord to this device.

ཱConnect the power cord plug to the power outlet.

(The type of the plug is different from this drawing for some countries.)

Note: There is a wire hook on top of TV back cover,

please use endurable wire tied on the hook to prevent the TV set from toppling.

Cable clamp

POWER CORD

HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD TELEVISION

Caution when moving the main unit

As this product is heavy, whenever it is moved, two people are required to transport it safely. Whenever the unit is moved it should be

lifted forward using the top and base on both sides for stability. When moving the LCD Television, lift the top and the bottom frame as

shown below.

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ANTENNA

Unless your LCD television is connected to a cable television system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color television

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 television where temperatures

can become excessively hot, for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc.

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

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Front VIEW

26” LCD Television

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POWER light indicator

To turn the television ON, press the main power button located on the BACK right side of the television. A red stand-by indicator

lamp located on the lower right corner of the front bezel will illuminate. The LCD television is now ready for remote on/off operation.

Indicating Lamp Power Status Operating Off Off When the MAIN POWER is set OFF. Lights Red Off (Stand-by) When the MAIN POWER is set ON and the Front Key or

Lights Orange Off (Power Saving) 1. When the MAIN POWER is set ON.

Lights Green On When the POWER is ON.

Remote Control POWER is Off.

2. No signal input.

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REMOTE CONTROL sensor

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Point your remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc.

TOP SIDE PANEL CONTROLS

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