Hitachi 27CX1B Owner’s Manual

SOLID STATE COLOR TV

OPERATING GUIDE

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

FIRSTTIME USE

THE REMOTE CONTROL

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EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE

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USEFUL INFORMATION

INDEX

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IMPORTANT

Yournew HITACHICOLORTV incorporatesa hostof features designedto giveyouexcellentperformanceifyoufollow the instructionsIn this manual. We recommendthat you read the following instructionsand "IMPORTANT SAFE-

GUARDS"noticebeforeturningon yourTV setfor thefirst time.

Followallwarningsandinstructionsmarkedonthistelevisionreceiver.

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The lightningflashwitharrowheadsymbol,withinan equilateraltdangte,isIntendedtoalerttheusertothe

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RISKOF ELECTRICSHOCK

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.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS TELEVISION SYSTEM TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

presenceofunlnsulated"dangerous voltage"within the product'senclosurethat may be of sufficient

magnitudeto constitutea riskof electricshockto persons.

The exclamationpointwithinanequllateraltriangleIs

Intendedtoalerttheusertothe presenceofimportant

operatingandmaintenance(servicing)instructionsin the literatureaccompanyingtheappliance.

NOTE:

POWER SOURCE:

This HITACHI color TV is designed to operate on 120 volts 60 Hz, AC household current.

Insert power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE TELEVISION'S 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 TV TO 50 Hz, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE.

I NOTE: This television receiver will display television closed captioning, (Ir_ or I_), in accordance with

• There are no user serviceable parts Inside the receiver.

• Model number and serial number are Indicated on back side of the set,

paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.

SAFETY TIPS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION: SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT

* Read all of these instructions YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION RECEIVER * Save these instructions for later use.

* Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television receiver.

Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, end ease of service of HITACHI television receivers.

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 theknowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television receiver,

Please fill out your warranty card at once and mall it to HITACHI. This will enable HITACHI to notify you promptly in the improbable event that a safety problem should be discovered in your model of product.

FOR YOUR PERSONALSAFETY

This television set is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one

blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature, If you are unable to insert the plug fully

Into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the

safety purpose of the polarized plug,

2 When the power cord or plug is damaged or I_€ =====_

frayed, unplug this television set from the walt outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

3 Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords |_

as this can result in fire or electric shock.

Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place the "IV where the

power cord is subject to traffic or abuse. This may result in a shock or fire hazard.

Do not attempt to service this television set your- =elf as opening or removing covers may expose

you to dangerous voltage orother haze rds. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Never push objects of any kind into this television

set through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that

could resuit in a fire or electric shock, Never spill liquid of any kind on the television set.

If the television set has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged, unplug this televi- sion set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to

qualified service personnel.

If liquid has been spilled into this television set, unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service to

qualified service personnel.

Do not subject your television set to impact of any kind. Be particularly careful not to damage the

picture tube surface.

Unplug this television set from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or

aerosol cleaners. Usa a damp cloth for cleaning.

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Do not place this television set on an unstable

cart, stand, or table, The television set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and

serious damage to the appliance, Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufac- turer, or sold with the television set. Wall or shelf

mounting should follow the manufacturer's in- structions, and should usa a mounting kit ap-

proved by the manufacturer.

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An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance

and cart combination to overturn.

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PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET

12 Do not use this television set near water, for

example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,

Or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a

swimming pool, etc.

Never expose the set to rain or water. If the set has been exposed to rain or water, unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer to servicing person-

nel.

13 Choose s place where light (artificial or sunlight) V- .,,,_'_1{_,._ i_1 _

does not shine directly on the screen.

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14 Avo\d dusty p_eces, since accumulated dust _- ( ,,_,;_"_

side the chassis may cause failure of the set

when high humidity persists.

The set has slots, or openings In the cabinet for ventilation purposes, to provide reliable opera- tion of the receiver, and to protect from overheat-

ing. These openings must not be blocked or covered.

Never cover the slots or openings with cloth or other material.

Never block the bottom ventilation slots of the set by placing it on a bed, sofa, rug, etc,

Never place the set near or over a radiator or heat register.

Neverplacethesetin a "built.In"enclosure,

tin,ass proper ven_\_tion _s provided.

SAFETY TIPS

PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET

16-1 If an outside antenna is connected to the televt-

sion set, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage

surges and built up static charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Code. NFPA No 70-1975,

provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and suppodlng structure,

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

POWER SERVICE GROUNOING

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS

(NEC ART 250 PART H)

OPERATION OF YOUR SET

19 This television set should be operated only from

the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power

supply at your home, consult your television dealer

or local power company For television sets

designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operetmg instructions.

SYSTEM

grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna dis- charge unit, size of grounding conductors, loca-

tion of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrode, and requirements for the

grounding electrode

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Note to CATV system Installer. (Only for the television sat with CATV reception) This reminder ts provided to call the CATV sys- tem installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the

NEC that provides guidelines for proper ground- trig end, in particular, specifies that the cable

ground shall be connected to the grounding sys- tem of the building, as close to the point of cable

entry as practical.

An outside antenna system should not be located in the viomity of overhead power lines or other

electrical hghts or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or c=rcults When installing an outside antenna system, extreme

care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them m=ght be fatal.

For added protection for this television set during a lightning storm, orwhen it is left unattended and

unused for long periods of time, unplug itfrom the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will

prevent damage clue to lightning and power-line surges.

2O21Ifthe telewsion set does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions, unplug this television set from the wall outlet and refer servic-

Ing to qualified service personnel. Adlust only those controls that ere covered in the operating

instructions as Improper adjustment of other con- trois may result in damage and will often require

extensive work by a qualified technician to re- store the television set to normal operation

When going on • holiday' If your television set ts

to remain unused for a period of time, turn the

television set "OFF'and unplug it from the wall outlet.

IF THE SET DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY

If you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detaded procedure in your operat-

ing instructions, do not attempt any further ad- justment Unplug the set and call your dealer or

service technician

FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION

25 Do not use attachments not recommended by the

television set manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the

same charectenst_cs as the original part Unau- thorized substitut=ons may result tn fire, electric

shock, or other hazards

Whenever the television set is damaged or fails,

or a distract change in performance indicates a need for service, unplug the set and have it

checked by 8 professional service technician

Itis normal for some "rv sets to make occasional

snapping or popping sounds, particularly when being turned on or off If the snapping or popping Is continuous or frequent, unplug the set and

consult your dealer or service technician

Upon completion of any service or repairs to the television set, ask the serwce technician to per-

form routine safety checks to determine that the television is in safe operet_ng condition

PICTURE CAUTIONS

WARNING

ACCESSORIES

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

1. Remote Control Unit (See Part No. Below)

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

For information regarding how to obtain these accessories, please call TOLL FREE 1-800-448-2244 for your nearest HITACHI Authorized Parts Distributorinthecontinental United States. ForAlaska and Hawaii, pleasecontactyournearest HITACHI Regional office.

PART NAME PART NO. ILLUSTRATION

27CX15B

CLU-414UI

REMOTE CONTROL

27CX1B/20SA5B

CLU-361U

REMOTE CONTROL

27V TELEVISION STAND

SP271B

(Not included, order Separately)

HL00223

HL00551

H530021

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CLU-414UI

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CLU-361U

CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND Excellent for VCR and

videotape storage. Special

Features: curved smoke

glass doors adjustable shelf. Available in Black.

!l_cAUTION:

The television stand model SP271B is designed for use only with HITACHI TV models 27CX1B I and 27CX15B. Use with other television equipment may result in instability, causing possible injury.

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT

Open the battery cover of the remote transmitter by

pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers.

Insert new "AA" size batteries or equivalent for the Remote. When replacing old batteries, push them

towards the springs and lift them out.

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Match the (+) and (-) marks tn the battery comped- ment.

4. Replace the cover.

BOTTOMVIEW (CLU-414UI)

BOTTOM VIEW (CLU-316U)

CAUTIONS

1. Ifyour television setis toremain unused foralong periodoftime, forlnstance, when yougo ona vacation, unplug the television set from the wall outlet.

2. Do not subject the Remote Transmitter toshocks suchas droppingit on the floor, etc. Precision parts may be

damaged.

3. Do not allow the Remote Transmitter to become wet and avoid placing itin areas ofhigh humidity. Don't leave

it on or near a heater. Excess heat or moisture may cause the unit to cease operation.

4. If the batteries become exhausted, Remote Control operation may become erratic or stopaltogether. Replace

the old batteries with fresh "AA" types.

NOTES

1. 3"he Channel No. Indication, Volume Indication and OFF TIMER Indication are not displayed simultaneously.

2. 3"ooperate your TV, point the Remote Transmitter at the remote sensor ofthe TV.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI COLOR TV

ANTENNA

Unless yourTV is connected to a cable TV system orto a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV antenna isrecommended for the best performance. However, if youare 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 brightindoor illumination will notfall directly on the picture screen. Also, be sure that

the location selected allows a free flow of air to and from the 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 Color Television is its viewing screen. To see this screen at itsbest, test various locations in the room tofindthe best spotfor viewing. The

drawings give several suggestions.

The best picture Isseen bysittingdirectly infront ofthe TV and about 6 to 9 feet from the screen.

Duringdaylighthours,reflectionsfromoutsidelightmay

appearon the screen. If so, drapesor screenscanbe usedtoreducethereflectionorthe TV canbe locatedin

a differentsectionofthe room.

If the TV's audio outputwill be connectedto a Hi-Fi

system'sexternalspeakers,thebestaudioperformance

willbe obtainedbyplacingthe speakersequidistantfrom eachsideofthereceivercabinetandascloseaspossible

totheheightof thepicturescreencenter. Forbeststereo separation,place the externalspeakersat least4 feet from thesideof theTV. Placethesurroundspeakersto

thesideor behindthe viewingarea. Differencesinroom sizesand acousticalenvironmentswillrequiresomeex- perimentationwith speaker placementfor best perfor-

mance.

4' MINIMUM

_CAUTION: The magnetic field of external speakers may cause the TV pictureto distort ifthe

placed too close to the television. Move the speakers away fromthe TV until thereSpeakerSisnopicture

distortion.

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HOOKUP CABLES AND CONNECTORS

Most video/audioconnectionsbetweencomponentscanbe madewithshieldedvideoandaudiocablesthat have phonoconnectors. For bestperformance,videocablesshoulduse 75-ohm coaxialshieldedwire. Cables can be purchasedfrommoststoresthat sellaudio/videoproducts.Beloware illustrationsandnamesofcommonconnectors. Beforepurchasinganycables,besureoftheoutputandinputconnectortypesrequiredbythevariouscomponents,Also

makesurethecablesare thecorrectlength.

300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector This outdoorantenna cable mustbe connectedto an

antennaadaptor(300-Ohmto75-Ohm).

"F" Type 7S-OhmCoaxial Antenna Connector ForconnectingRFsignals(antennaor cableTV) to the

antennajackonthetelevision.

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Phono Connector Usedon allstandardvideo andaudiocableswhichcon-

necttoinputsandoutputslocatedontheTelevision'sfront andrearjack panels.

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

ThesesetsareequippedwithoneVHF/UHFantennaterminal.The VHF/UHFterminalcanbe usedfor normalTV,cable TV (CATV),a TV game,etc.

1. VHF (75 Ohm) antenna/CATV

When using a 75 ohm coaxial cable system, disconnect the VHF adaptor from the VHF 75 ohm receptacle and connect the outdoor antenna or CATV cable to a VHF

75 ohm receptacle.

To outdoor antenna or CATV cable

VHF/UHF

t _*- U (disconnect)

CoaxialCable 75Ohm L_ .l_,_FAdapte r

S-Video (Super Video) Connector

This connector is used on camcorders, VCR's, and laser

disc players with an S-Video feature in place of the

standard video cable to produce a high-quality picture.

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3. When both VHF and UHF antennas are

connected

Attachan optionalANT.MIXERto the TV antenna terminal,and connectthecablesto the ANT. MIXER.

(Rearof TV Set)

To UHF Antenna

VHF/UHF

VHF antenna

Tooutdoor

Antennamixer-_ I

2. VHF (300 Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna Whenusinga 300 ohmtwinleadfroman outdoor

antenna,disconnectthe(VHFor UHF) indoorantenna leadsfromscrewsofthe (VHForUHF) adaptor,and connectoutdoor(VHF orUHF) antennaleadstothese

screwsofa (VHF or UHF)adaptor.

t Tooutdoor VHF

or UHF Antenna

_ U (connect)

Notes:

1. If an outdoor antenna/CATV is to be used, discon-

nectthe indoor antenna. Do not leave both the indoor and outdoorantennas/CAW connected at the same time, since ghosting and poor reception

may result.

2. Consult your dealer or service store for the ANT.

MIXER and (VHF or UHF) adaptor.

3. The specialconverter(decoder)willbe suppliedby

thecablecompany.

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FOR 27CXIB AND 27CX15B

FRONT VIEW

27CX1B

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ENTER_ MENU, CURSOR,

A detailed explanation of the circled numbers is on the following pages. (Example: (_)).

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CURSOR andENTER button

operation.

NOt'E: The"Program tcon","Clock Icon"and Channel Memory Menu in"SETUP" are notdisplayed using the Front }

Menu Key. This feature uses the numbered buttonswhich are not in the front panel and the OH UP/DOWN button is disabled at Menu Function. For complete Menu Icon, use the remote control supplied.

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FOR 20SA5B

FRONT VIEW

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

INPUT(20SA5B/27CX1 B) or AVX(27CX15B) (Audio/Video) Selector

Press this button to select the current antenna source or VIDEO: 1. Your selection isshown in the top right corner of the screen. The AVX button on the front panel and the INPUT button on the remote control perform the same operations (CLU-361U only). Alsothe INPUT button on the 20SA5B and 27CX1B performs the same operation that

the AVX button does on the 27CX15B.

(_ VOLUME Level

Press thesebuttonsfor yourdesiredsoundlevel. Thevolumelevelwillbe displayedontheTV screen.

(_) CHANNEL Selector

Pressthese buttonsuntilthe desiredchannelappearsinthetoprightcorneroftheTV screen.

(_) POWER Button

Pressthisbuttonto turnthe TV onor off.

NOTE: Your HITACHI TV will appear to be turned "OFF" ifthere is no video input when VIDEO is selected.

If you have no input to VIDEO, press the INPUT(20SA5B/27CX1B) or AVX(27CX15B) button untilthe

normal broadcast picture appears (See page 22). If a picture does not appear, the power is "OFF".

(_ REMOTE CONTROL Sensor

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

REAR PANEL JACKS

Q VHF/UHF ANTENNA TERMINAL

--INPUT TERMINALS Q

j----- AUDIO to HI-FI OUTPUT

| TE.M,NA'S®

OUTPUT"

VHF/UHF

INPUT

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

(_ S-VIDEO INPUT (Except 20SA5B)

(_ Antenna Inputs

The VHF/UHF terminal can be used for normal TV, cable TV (CATV), a TV game, etc.

® AudloNideo Input

The INPUT(20SA5B/27CXIB) orAVX(27CX15B)(Auxiliaryvideo)button willstepthrougheach video sourceand

thecurrentantennainputeachtimeitispressed.Usetheaudioandvideoinputstoconnectexternaldevices,such

as VCR's,camcorders,laserdiscplayers,videogames,etc.

(_) Audio to HI-Fi

These jacks provide variable audio output to a separate stereo system amplifier. With this connection, the audio to

the stereo can be controlled by the television's remote control.

S-Video (except 20SA5B) Input1 providesS-Video(SuperVideo)jacksforconnectingequipmentwithS-Videooutputcapability.

T|PS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTtONS

The S-Video connection is provided for high perlormance laser discs, VCR's, etc., that have this teature. Use this

connection 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 TV.

Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hookup

cables.

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

_i__ - .... Outside antenna or

_ _----_ 2-way signalsplitter

cable "IV coaxial cable

VHF/UHF

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EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER

Tocontroltheaudiolevelof anexternalaudioamplifierwiththe remotetransmitter,connectthe systemas shownbelow in Fig.1.

(REAROF SET)

AUDIO TO HI-FI TERMINAL

TOAUDIO INPUTTERMINAL = ( Q OF EXTERNALAMPLIFIER_

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EXTERNAL SPEAKERS

NOTE: To preventdamagetothe speakeranddistortedsound,setthevolumecontrolofthe audioamplifierlower

andadjustthesoundlevelusingthe volumecontrolonthe remotetransmitteroftheTV set.

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

OUTPUT

EXTERNAL

SPEAKERS

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