Hitachi 27FX48B Operating Instruction

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SOLID STATE COLOR TV

OPERATING GUIDE

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

FIRST TIME USE

REMOTE CONTROL

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Printed in the United States

SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

USEFUL INFORMATION

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IMPOATAm"

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on thistelevision receiver.

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of a

sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance

(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the set as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards. If the I

set does not operate properly, unplug the set and call your authorized dealer or service shop. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this television system to rain or moisture.

NOTE:

This television receiver will display closed captioning, ( _ or _ ), in accordance with paragraph 15.119 of the I

FCC rules. Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the set.

POWER SOURCE

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

• insert power cord into a 120 volt 60Hz 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 50Hz, direct current, or anything other than the specified voltage.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION: = Read alloftheseinstructions.

SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT

YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION RECEIVER

• Savetheseinstructionsforlateruse.

• Followallwarningsand instructionsmarkedonthe televisionreceiver.

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

Safetyisalsoforemostinourmindsinthedesignoftheseunits.Tohelpyou operatetheseproductspmpedy,thissection illustratessafetyIps whichwill be of benefittoyou. Pleaseread itcarefullyand applytheknowledgeyouobtainfrom Ittothe properoperationofyourHITACHItelevisionreceiver.

Please fill out your warranty card and mail it at once 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.

FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY

This television set is equipped

with a pofarized alternating- currant line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the olher.) 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 _, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

polarized plug.

When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed, unplug the television set from the wall outlet _ .n%

and refer servicing to qualified _ serv,,ce personnel. _ 7.

Do not overload wall outlets and |rJRl:_k extension cords as this can resu_

in fire or electric shock.

Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and m =\O\ do not place the TV where the power cord is subject to traffic or abuse, This may result in a shock

or fire hazard.

Do not attempt to serAce the

television set yourself its opening _ ,_3,jiS=q._

or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or

other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel.

Never push objects of any kind

into the television'scabinetslots as they may touch dangerous

voltagepointsor sho_ out parts that could result in a fire or

electricshock. Never spillliquid ofanykindonthetelevisionset.

ff the television set has bean dropped or the cabinet has bean _ Jp,_ _ damaged, unplug the televblen set from the wall oudet end refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

If liquid has beert spilled into the television set, unplug it flora the

wall outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel.

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

surface.

10.

Unplug the television set from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cfuth for ckNsning. Do not use liquid or aeroso_ cleaners.

11-1.

Do notplacethetelevisionseton an unstable cart, stand, or table. The televisionsetmay fell causing serious injuryto a childor aneduli, and serious damage to the appllenoe. Use noly wfiha cart or

stand recommended by the manufeoturer, or soid with the

television set. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer's instructions, end

should use a mounting approved 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 carl combinatiun to

overturn.

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IMPORTANT

PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION SET

12.

Do not use the 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 set from wall outlet and refer to

qualified service personnel.

13.

Choose a place where light (artificial or sunlight) does not shine directly on the screen.

PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION SET

16-1. If an outside antenna is connected

to the television 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 supporting structure, grounding of the leed-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit connec- tion to grounding electrode, and

requirements for the grounding

electrode.

16-2. Note to CATV system installer:.

(Only for tekwision sets with CAW reception) This reminder is

provided to celt CAW system

installers attentien 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 cab_ enthJas pmotle=i.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONALELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS.

14.

Avoid dusty places, since accumulated dust inside the

chassis may cause failure of the set when high humidity persists.

15.

The set has slots or openings in the cabinet for ventilation

purposes which provide reliable operation of the receiver and protect the TV from overheating. These openings must not be

blocked or covered.

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

,Never bicck the bottom ventilation slots of the set by placing it on a bad, sofa,

rug, etc.

,Never place the set near or over a

radiator or heat register.

*Never place the set in a "built-in"

enclosure, unless proper ventilation is provided.

17.

An outside enfenna system should not be located in the

vicinity of ovemesd power lines or other electrical lights or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When insfaging an outside antenna system, extreme cam should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might

be fafal.

18.

For arided protection for the television set dudng a lightning , ("_ -"Z"-o

storm, or when it is unused for long periods of time, unplug it

from the well outlet and disconnect antenna. This

prevent damage due to lightning and power-line surges.

OPERATION OF YOUR TELEVISION 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 supp_ at your home, consult your television dealer or local power company. For television sets designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

IF THE TELEVISION SET DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY

22,

If you ere unable to restore normal operation by foltowing the detailed

procedure in your operating instructions, do not attempt any further adjustments. Unplug the sean=P,a_oudseleoeervic4ech nicia n.

FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION

25. Do not use attachments not recommended by the television

set manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

If the television set does not

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operate normally by following the operating instructions, unplug the

television set from the well outlet

service personnel Adjust only those controls that are covered in and refer servicing to qualified _{_0 _

the instructiens as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified service technician to restore the television set to noonal operation.

23. Whenever the tele_-ision set is damaged or fails, or if there is a

distinct change in performance that indicates • need for service, unplug the set and have it checked by a qualified service technician.

26,

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service

technician has used replacement

parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same

characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions

may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

if your television set is to remain unused for a period of time, (such

as when going on a holiday), turn the television set OFF and unplug t,,_ ,_,=

it frorn the wall outlat.

24. It is normal for some television

sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds, particularly when being turned on or off. If the snapping or poppleg is continuous or frequent, unplug the set and consult your dealer or

service technician.

27. Upon completion of any service

or repairs to the television set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the television is in safe operating condition.

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Introduction

Your new television features all solid state components. It is designed to give you many years of enjoyment. It was thoroughly tested and adjusted at the factory for best performance. In order for you to take full advantage of your new television, please read and follow the installation and operating instructionscontained in this manual.

Customer Record

The model and serial number of this product are located on the back of the TV. You should note the model and serial

number in the space provided and retain as a permanent record of your purchase. This will aid in identification in the event

of theft or loss.

Model Number Serial

Number

Care and Cleaning Picture Tube (Turn set Off)

Use a mildsoap solution or window cleaner with a soft clean cloth. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS. Avoid excessive moisture and wipe dry.

Plastic Cabinets

Wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent solution and wipe dry with a soft clean cloth. Avoid excessive moisture. Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.

Remote Control

Wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent solution and wipe dry with a soft clean cloth. Do

not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based products.

Television Location

This television is intended to be used with an optional stand or entertainment center. Consult your dealer for available options. Locate for comfortable viewing. Avoid placing where sunlight or other bright lights (including reflections) will fall on the screen. Use of some types of fluorescent lighting may reduce remote control transmitter range.

Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent internal component failure. Keep away from excessive heat or moisture. To ensure optimum color purity do not position magnetic equipment (motors, fans, other speakers) nearby.

Optional Cable Connections

The AudioNideo connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables. For best

performance, video cables should utilize 75 ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables are available from your dealer or electronic supply house.

Before you purchase any cables, be sure you know what type of output and input connectors your various components require. Also determine the length of cable you'll need.

AC Power Supply Cord

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLET AND FULLY INSERT. DO NOT USE A PLUG WITH A RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADE CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. FOR SOME MODELS THAT ARE NON-POLARIZED, THE USE OF AN AC ADAPTOR CONNECTOR MAY

BE NECESSARY.

Polarized Plug

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Installation

Remote Control Battery Installation

Batteries: Use two =AA: batteries.

1. Remove the battery compartment cover on back of the remote

2. Install the batteries in the battery compartment. (Polarity (+) or (-) must be correct.)

3. Reattach the battery cover.

batteries with alkaline batteries for

users,

longer life.

Precaution on Battery Use

Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosionthat will damage the Remote Control.

Observe the Following Precautions:

1. Batteries must be replaced as a pair.

2. Do not combine a used battery with a new one.

3. Do not mix battery types (Example: =ZincCarbon" with Alkaline").

4. Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or bum used batteries.

5. Battery replacement is necessary when Remote Control reacts sporadically or stops operating the television.

Cable ! Antenna

For proper reception, either a cable or antenna connection is required.

Cable Connection

Connect the cable supplied by your local cable company.

Note: A cable converter box may be required for proper reception. Check with your local Cable

company for compatibility requirements.

Antenna Connection

Incoming Cable from Cable Company

75 OHM VHF/UHF

ONBACKOF TV

• For proper reception of VHF/UHF channels, an external antenna is required. For best reception an outdoor antenna is recommended.

• Antenna Mode must be set to TV in the SET UP menu.

Antenna users must change to Antenna

Mode in the Set Up Menu.

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Incoming Cable from

Home Antenna

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Installation

Optional Equipment Connections

Audio / Video Connections

VCR's, video disc players, video game consoles, and DSS equipment can also be connected to the video inputs. See the

optionalequipment manual fordetails.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF "IV

Procedure

1. Connect equipment as shown to rear AudioNideo inputjacks.

2. Select the Video mode by pressing INPUT button.

3. Operate optional equipment as instructed in equipment manual.

Note: The S-VIDEO connection is optional and overrides other VIDEO connection.

Use INPUT 1, AUDIO R and L with S-VIDEO connection.

VCR

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

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Installation

Amplifier Connection (TO AUDIO AMP)

Connect to an external audio amplifier input for listening to a stereo system.

Audio Adjustments

Select INTERNAL SPEAKER ON located in the AUDIO menu on screen.

Set amplifier volume to minimum.

Adjust TV volume to desired level.

Adjust amplifier volume to match the TV.

Select INTERNAL SPEAKERS OFF&VAO from AUDIO menu.

Volume, mute, bass, treble and balance are now controlled from the "IV.

Note:

TO AUDIO AMP terminals cannot be connected directly to external speakers. In OFF&FAO the volume is controlled by the external amplifier.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV

AUDIO AMP

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

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Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation

This television includes a two tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. This allows watching two (2) live broadcasts at the same time with or without an external video source (VCR).

Without a VCR Procedure

• Connect incoming cable to antenna (ANT) input on back of TV.

• Press the PIP button on the Remote Control to display the PIP frame.

• Choose channels for the PIP frame by pressing the Remote Control PIP CH AT buttons.

• Choose channels for the Main Picture by pressing the Remote Control CH AT buttons or by using the numeric keypad.

Note: The audio is for the Main Picture only.

With a VCR and Cable Box

ConnectyourtelevisiontoaVCR andCableBox,as shown.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF 13/

VCR CABLE BOX

CABLE SPLITTER

NOT SUPPLIED

INCOMING CABLE

Note: The Remote Control must be programmed with supplied codes to operate the VCR and Cable Box. (See

page 16.)

Procedure

Press the PIP button on the Remote Control to display the PIP frame. To view scrambled channels through your Cable Box in the PIP frame:

• Press the INPUT button on the Remote Control to select the same video input to which your VCR is connected.

• Verifythe CABLE BOX and VCR are ON and the VCR tuned to channel 3 or 4.

• Choose channels for the PIP frame by pressing the CABLE button on the Remote Control and using the

numeric keypad or CH AT buttons.

• Choose channels for the Main Picture by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control and usingthe numeric

keypad or CH • _'buttons.

Note:

The audio is from the Main Picture only.

The SWAP button switches the PIP and the Main Picture source. The RECALL

button shows the status of the PIP and

the Main Picture on the screen.

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Picture In Picture (PIP) Operation (Cont.)

With a VCR - No Cable Box

This television includes a two tuner Picture In Picture (PIP) feature. This allows watching two (2) live broadcasts at the same time without or with an external video source (VCR).

Connectyourtelevisionto a VCR, as shown.

TERMINALS ON BACK OF"IV VCR

INCOMING

CABLE

CABLE SPLITTER

NOT SUPPUED

CABLES NOT SUPPLIED

Note: The Remote Control must be programmed with the supplied codes to operate the VCR. (See page 16).

PROCEDURE.

Press the PIP button on the Remote Control to display the PIP frame on screen.

Note: The audio is from the Main Picture only.

To view an extemal video source in the PIP frame:

• Press the INPUT button on the Remote Control to select the same video input to which your VCR is connected.

• Verify the VCR is on.

• View the extemal video source in the PIP frame.

• Choose channels for the Main Picture by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control and using the numeric keypad or CH A _r button.

The SWAP button switches the PIP and the Main Picture source. The RECALL

button shows the status of the PIP and

the Main Picture on the screen.

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Power Button Press to turn ON or OFF.

PIP CH Buttons Press to select PIP channels.

PIP Buttons

Press to control PIP features.

Menu Button Press to display Main Menu and

access or exit On Screen features and Adjustment Menus.

Lst-Ch (Last Channel) Button Press to switch to the previous

channel.

Volume Buttons

Press to adjust TV sound

Remote Control

Buttons

These buttons allow the remote to control your TV, Cable Box or VCR.

TV/VCR Button

the remote isin the TV or VCR

mode, this is the TVNCR button.

When the remote is in the Cable mode, this is A/B the button.

Precoded VCR Buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen

precoded VCR codes.

Recall Button Press to display Time, status of

Sleep Timer, Channel, Video Mode, Channel I.D. and Audio Mode.

Cursor Button Press to adjust Audio menus, Video

menus and select operating features.

Mute Button Press to mute sound. A second press

resumes sound. Press also to access and delete Closed Caption.

Keypad Buttons Press desired channel number to

randomly access any channel.

Input Button

Press to select TV or Video Input.

lnel Button

Press to'select channels.

Light Button

Press to light up Vol, Lst-Ch, Mute and Ch buttons.

Sleep Button

Press to turn TV off in 30, 60, 90 minutes.

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Quick Reference Functions Key Chart Quick Reference Functions Key Chart

SWAP

MOVE

PAUSE

PIP SURF

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Quick Reference Functions Key Chart -.

CURSO_!B_ONS.

VOL

Cl-I

MUTE

KEYPAD BUTTONS

000

O00

INPUT

SLEEP

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_peclal Buttons

Recall Button

Press the RECALL button to check:

1. Audio Mode status

2. CH number or Video Input selected

3. Channel Caption (Station Identifier)

4. Clock time

5. Sleep Timer status

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LST-CH Button

Pressing the LST-CH button will switch between the last two channels viewed.

LST-CH

CHANNEL NOW CHANNEL TUNED BEING VIEWED IMMEDIATELY BEFORE

i Press Button

Note: When scanning channels with the CHANNEL • • buttons, pressing the LST-CH button will switch between the last

two channels scanned

Swap Button

Press the SWAP button (when the PIP frame is displayed) to interchange what is being viewed on the Main Picture with

that of the PIP frame.

SWAP

CH2 I _'i' I VIDEO1

Note:

PIP VIDEO 1 t_ PIP CH 2Q D

The audio is from the Mare Picture only.

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Special Buttons

PIP (Picture in Picture) Button

This feature allows the viewer to monitor one channel program while watching another. The monitored source (PIP) can be

a different channel or a different video source (such as a VCR) when connected to the input jacks. PIP Operation

1. Press the PIP button (set must be ON). The PIP frame will appear at the position it was last displayed. The Main

Picture Video Source and PIP Video Source will display on screen momentarily. Audio will be that of Main Picture.

PIP

U°

Main Picture with Audio

Note: When the Main Picture is in Video mode with no signal, the PIP will not operate properly.

2. Press the PIP button again to size PIP frame or twice to cancel PICTURE IN PICTURE feature (if desired).

CH 2

PIP VIDEO 1

PIP

-- Frame

Large PIP Frame

PIP CH Buttons

Press the PIP CHANNEL • • button while the PIP frame is displayed to sequentially scan through Channels.

PIPCH V PIPCH •

Small PIP Frame

Scan Channel DOWN Scan Channel Up

(next lower) (next higher)

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Special Buttons

Frz (Freeze) Button

Press the FRZ button to stop action in the PIP frame.

_ain

Picture

""_rame

Freeze

Notes:

• Pressing the FRZ button when the PIP frame is not displayed, willfreeze a frame from the Main Picture and display it in the PIP frame.

• Pressing the FRZ button when the PIP frame is displayed, will freeze action from the PIP frame. Press the FRZ button again to continue action.

• Press the PIP button once or twice to delete PIP frame.

Move Button

The PIP frame may be located at any comer of the Main Picture by pressing the MOVE button (when the PIP frame is

displayed).

MOVE

Note: Each time MOVE button is pressed (when the PIP frame is displayed), the PIP frame will move

counterclockwise as illustrated.

D D

PIP SURF Button

While the PIP frame is displayed, pressing the PIP SURF button will continuously scan channels in sequence as

programmed into channel scan memory.

• Press the PIP button to stop PIP SURF feature on desired picture for PIP frame.

• Press the SWAP button to interchange what is being viewed on the Main Picture with that of the PIP frame, if

desired.

<_PIP SURF

PIP CH 2

m SURF to Scan

Press PIP

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Programmin the Remote

VCR Functions

This remote isdesigned to operate different types of VCR's. You must first program the remote to match the remote system

ofyour VCR.

Procedure

1. Turn ON your VCR.

2. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR.

3. While holding down the VCR button on the remote, enter the 2-digit preset code that matches your VCR. (See page 17 ~ page 18.) The remote will tum off your VCR when the correct 2 digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your VCR. If the VCR does not turn off after 25 seconds, try a

different code.

The remote will now controlyour VCR

Notes

• If your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, this means that your VCR's code has

not been coded into the remote.

• In the unlikely event that your VCR cannot be operated after performingthe above procedures, please consult

your VCR operating guide.

• The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed in untilthe batteries are removed from the

remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure stated above.

• If your VCR does not have a power function, the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function.

• The MENU button will act as the VCR MENU button for HITACHI VCR's.

• The INPUT button will act as your VCR +100 button, if required.

Cable/Satellite Box Functions

This remote is designed to operate different types of Cable Boxes and Digital Satellite Systems. Youmust first program the

remote to match the remote system in your Cable / Satellite Box.

Procedure

1. Turn ON your cable/satellite box.

2. Aim the remote control at the front of your cable/satellite box.

3. While holding down the CABLE button on the remote, enter the 2 digit preset code (page 18 ~ page 19) that matches your cable/satellite box. The remote will turn off your cable/satellite box when the correct 2 digit code is

entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your cable/satellite box. If the cable/satellite box does not turn off after 5 seconds, try another 2 digit preset code.

The remote will now controlyour cable/satellite box.

Notes

If your cable/satellite box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, this means that your

cable/satellite box code has not been precoded into the remote.

In the unlikely event that your cable/satellite box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, please consult your cable/satellite box operating guide.

The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed in untilthe batteries are removed from the

remote control. After replacing the batteries, repeat the entire programming procedure stated above. Ifyour cable/satellite box does not have a power function, the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function.

CABLE/SATELLITE BOX VCR

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Component Codes

The Remote Control is capable of operating many brands of VCRs and Cable/Satellite Boxes. You must first program the

Remote Control to match the remote system in your VCR or Cable/Satellite Box.

The Remote Control memory is limited. Some models of VCR's or Cable/Satellite Boxes may not operate. The Remote

Control is not designed to control all features that are available in all models.

VCR

Akai 14, 23,49

Asha 48.

Beaumark 48

Brm'_ 38

_nl_mmumilnmw_

Calix 10

Dynatech

Electrophonic

Emerson

Fuji

.._, .!..!_;_....... i_

00, 01, 10, 16.23, 33, 37, 40. 4!, 43,-44, 50, 51, 52,

07, 09

Magnavox :

:Memorex

Mltsubish_

NEC

Nobiex

00, 09i i0, 12, 18, 19, 20, 30,48

16,23, 26, 36, 49

Garrard

Goldstar

Harley Davidson

Har_€_:l

04, 10, 11

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Ricoh

Samsung

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;14, 26

Component Codes

VCR (Cont.)

Sony ' 6, 07, 08, 09

Tatung 14

Technics 09, 35

Telefunken 38

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Tosh|b_ 16, 17; 25,44

Unltech • 48

Vector Research 11, 13

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Vldeosonlc 48

XR-IO00 27, 34,.44, 48

o;os,._s;2s,3_:

Megatron O0

Zenith 07,•08, 12

SATELLITE

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L;omponenr (.;oDes

CABLE BOX

Eastern 02 -

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Everquest

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Garmrd

Gemini

13, 32, 36, 46

PopUlar

M_n_cs

RCA :

Signature

Sprucer

Stargate

Starslght

Teleview

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17, 55

Tocom

Tusa

Unik_

United Cable

Videoway

Zenith

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Television Controls

FRONT CONTROL PANEL

POWER()VOL- VOL+ CH- CH+ MENU INPUT

Location of Television Controls

1. Power Button - Press to turn ON or OFF. 2, Vol 4+ (Volume) Buttons - Press to adjust Sound Level or press for menu navigation, when

menus are displayed.

3. Ch 4+ (Channel) Buttons - Press to select programmed channels or press for menu

navigation, when menus are displayed.

Menu Button - Press to display Main Menu and access On Screen features and Adjustment Menus.

5. Input Button - Press to select TV or Video Inputs.

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Main Menu

MENU Button

Press the MENU button to display the Main Menu and Sub Menus. Select the EXIT icon and press MENU to exit.

Cursor Buttons

Press the cursor buttons to select an icon. Use the cursor buttons to highlight the desired features. Use the buttons to

select and adjust features.

Cursor Buttons

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Main Menu Feature Chart

When entered, TIME will display on screen after pressing

POWER button, RECALL button, or changing channels. Choose CABLE or TV to match the signal at your antenna input.

Automatically program channels with a signal into memory.

Manually add or delete channels from memory. Power up the "rv at the same time as the Cable Boxor other

components. Select C1 or C2 for Closed Captioning display.Select OFF to

display closed captioning when MUTE button is pressed.

Select English, Spanish, or French menu.

Reset BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE to factory default. Increase or decrease the bass response. Increase or decrease the treble response. Emphasize the left/right speaker volume.

Select the audio mode:

STEREO ° Two channel audio reception.

I'1 SAP - (Second Audio Program) Tune to the alternate audio

channel if available in your area (bilingualor descriptive audio).

£3 MONO - One channel audio. Use when stereo signal is

weak.

Automaticallyadjustvolumeto maintaina comfortablelisteninglevel.

Enhances audio response when listeningto stereo. Select "IV SPEAKERS:

I-1 ON - TV SPEAKERS operate normally.

OFF&VAO (Variable Audio Output) - TV Speakers off -- audio adjustable by TV.

I"10FF&FAO (Fixed Audio Output) - TV SPEAKERS off

audio adjustable only by the external amplifier.

Program TV to automatically turn off in 30, 60, or 90 minutes. Select NO to turn timer off.

Program TV to automatically turn on and offat Selected time on a selected channel, daily or only one day.

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Main Menu Feature Chart

Reset all picture adjustments to factory default settings.

Adjust desired color intensity. Adjust natural flesh tones.

Adjust dark areas for crisp detail. Adjust white areas of picture.

Adjust for best clarity of outline detail.

Provide labels for upto 30 stations using up tofour characters for each station.

Program to prevent video games, cable box, and VCR's from being viewed.

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SETUP

Language

Menu Selections

The MENU LANGUAGE is factory set to ENGLISH. Follow the instructions to change the Language Menu to

SPANISH, FRENCH, and ENGLISH.

1. Press am.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlight the SETUP icon.

3. Press _ to display the SETUP menu.

4. Press cursor • or • to highlight ENGLISH,

FRAN(_AIS or ESPAi_IOL.

5. Press cursor • or • to select ENGLISH, FRAN(_AIS

or ESPAI_IOL.

6. Press _ twice to exit menu.

Clock Set

Clock (when set) will display on screen at initial "Tum On", after a channel change and when pressing the RECALL button. The time must be set first in order to operate the

Program ON/OFF Timer.

Note: This feature will be disabled when Auto Power

On is activated.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlight the

SETUP icon.

3. Press _ to display the SETUP menu.

4. Press cursor • or • to set hours (set AM/PM).

5. Press cursor • to select minutes position.

6. Press cursor • or • repeatedly to set minutes.

7. Press _ twice to exit menu.

Signal Source

The proper input mode must be selected for the type of signal at the antenna input.

° TV mode is used when the receiver is not

connected to a cable TV system, for example when using a VHF/UHF antenna (channels 02

- 69).

• Cable mode is used when the Receiver is

connected to a cable TV system and you are not using a cable company converter box (channels 01 - 125).

Note: This feature is disabled when QUICK LOCK is

activated.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlight the

SETUP icon.

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Menu Selections

. Press _ to display the SETUP menu.

4. Press cursor • to highlight SIGNAL SOURCE.

5. Press cursor • or • to select TV or CABLE.

6. Press _ twice to exit menu.

Auto Channel Set

This feature allows you to place all channels with a video signal into Channel Scan Memory.

Note: This feature is disabled when Quick Lock

is activated.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlight the

SETUP icon.

Press _ to display the SETUP Menu..

Channel Memory

This feature allows you to select which channels are placed into channel scan memory.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlight the

SETUP icon.

3. Press _ to display the SETUP menu.

4. Press cursor • to highlight CHANNEL MEMORY.

5. Press cursor • or • to display the CHANNEL

MEMORY menu.

6. Use the cursor • or • to or the remote keypad "0

through 9" buttons to select channels.

7. Press cursor • to add channel(s) to memory. Press cursor • to delete channels from memory.

8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to continue adding or deleting channels.

4. Press cursor • to highlight AUTO CHANNEL SET.

5. Press cursor • or • start AUTO CHANNEL SET.

Channels will automatically advance until all channels have been scanned.

6. Press _ twice after completion of AUTO CHANNEL

SET to exit menu.

Note: Channel numbers with a signal turn blue,

indicating they are stored M Channel Scan Memory.

9. Press _ twice to exit menu.

Note: This feature is disabled when Quick Lock

is activated.

Auto Power On

This feature allows the user to power up the TV at the same time as the cable box (or othercomponents). Of course, the TV must be plugged intothe cable box.

Note: When this feature is activated (on), Timer

features will be disabled.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlight the

SETUP icon.

3. Press _ to display the SETUP menu.

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Menu Selections

TIMER Sleep

This feature is used for automatic turn off in 30, 60, or 90

minutes. Display will flash 3, 2, and 1 to indicate the last

three remaining minutes prior to turn off.The Recall display will also appear.

Note: This feature will be disabled when Auto Power

1. Press _.

On is activated.

4. Press cursor • to highlight AUTO POWER ON.

5. Press cursor • or • to select SET or OFF.

6. Press _ twice to exit menu.

Closed Caption

This receiver has a built in decoder that provides a visual

depiction of the audio portion of a television program. It allows the viewer to read the dialogue of a television program or other information. When the Closed Caption is in the OFF Mode: The viewer

MUTE

may display closed caption by pressing O on the remote

control. Press again to delete.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlight the

SETUP icon.

3. Press _ to display the SETUP Menu.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlightTIMER

icon.

3. Press _ to display the EVENT PROGRAM menu.

4. Press cursor • to select NO, 30, 60 or 90 minutes (Sleep Timer will be activated).

5. Press _ twice to exit menu.

Note: To deactivate Sleep Timer, repeat steps 1

through 4. In step 4, select "NO" instead of minutes.

4. Press cursor • to highlight CLOSED CAPTION.

5. Press cursor • or • to select OFF, C1, or C2.

6. Press _ twice to exit menu.

Program Event

This feature is capable of turning the TV on, tuned to a

desired channel and off at a predetermined time (one day or daily). The clock must be set for this feature to operate.

Note: Thisfeature will be disabled whenAuto Power Onis

activated.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlightTIMER

icon.

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Menu Selections

3. Press am to display the Event Program Menu.

4. Press cursor • to highlight ON (time).

5. Presscursort or u repeatedly toset hours(setAM/PM).

6. Press cursor • to highlightthe minutes position.

7. Press cursor • or _ repeatedly to set minutes.

8. Press cursor • to highlight OFF (time).

9. Repeat steps 5 through 7 for setting OFF (time).

10. Press cursor • to highlight Channel.

11. Press cursor • or _ or use the remote control

keypad to enter the channel number desired when the set turns "ON".

CHANNELI.D. Channel I.D.

This features allows you to enter the call names of up to 30 stations into memory (using up to 4 characters for each station). The call name will then display along with the channel number when changing channels or pressing

RECALL.

Note: Delete CHANNEL I.D. by entering dashes (-)

in all four character slots.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or _ to highlight

CHANNEL ID. icon.

3. Press _ to display the CHANNEL I.D. menu.

The TV automatically turns OFF after 90 minutes when turned on by the PROGRAM EVENT. If the OFF time is programmed or if a key is pressed,

the automatic OFF after 90 minutes will

be cancelled.

12. Press cursor • to highlight SET.

13. Press cursor _ to select ONE DAY, DAILY, or NO.

14. Press _ twice to exit menu.

Note: To deactivate Program 77metselect NO in step 13.

The PROGRAM EVENT is active when the TV is

OFF or ON. The TV will switch to the selected channel at the selected time set by the

PROGRAM EVENT.

4. Press cursor• or _, or use the remote control

keypad to enter the channel number you wish to assign a Channel Identifier.

5. Press cursor • to highlightENTER I.D.

6. Press cursor • or _ select first character in Channel Identifier.Then press cursor • or • to move cursor to

the second position and repeat until the complete Channel Identifier is entered (up to 4 characters).

7. Press cursor • or • highlight CHANNEL NUMBER.

Then repeat steps 4 through 6 to continue adding channel station identifiers.

8. Press _ twice to exit menu.

Note: To delete a channel number from memory all

four characters positions in the "ENTER ID" area must display a dash (.).

LOCK B

Quick Lock

Prevents video games and other video sources from being

viewed. Channel 3, 4, and video inputs are locked out for

12, 24, or 48 hours.

Note: Understand how to unlock QUICK LOCK before

using it. Use a code that is easy to remember or record it in a safe place.

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Menu Selections

Press

cursor • or • and • or • to highlight LOCK

icon.

3. Press

4. Press 24, or

to display QUICK LOCK menu.

cursor • to select desired amount of time (12,

48 hours) for QUICK LOCK to be activated.

5. Press cursor • to highlight ENTER CODE. Then enter a 3-digit code with the Remote Control Keypad. "SET"

should be highlighted after entering the last digit.

6. Press cursor • after entering three digit code. QUICK

LOCK ON will display on-screen.

If you do not remember your code, QUICK

LOCK will unlock In 12, 24, or 48 hours depending on last setup.

Unlocking Quick Lock

To unlockthe QUICK LOCK feature, repeat steps I through 3 from QUICK LOCK section. Then enter the same 3-digit

code previously used in step 5 with Remote Control

Keypad.

If 3-digit code isthe same.

AUDIO W

Reset

This feature is used to reset BASS, TREBLE, and

BALANCE back to a factory preset level.

Note: Bass and Treble is automatically set when

PERFECT VOL. (VOLUME) is ON.

1. Press _.

2. Presscursorporq and tor u to highlightAUDIO icon.

3. Press _ to display the AUDIO menu.

Enter same 3-digit code previously used.

If 3-digit code is not the same.

Press cursor • or • to highlight RESET.

Press cursor • or • to select SET to normalize Bass,

Treble, and Balance.

Press _ twice to exit menu.

Bass, Treble, and Balance.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor •or•and•or•

icon.

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Menu Selections

Press g to display the AUDIO menu.

4. Press cursor • or • to highlight BASS, TREBLE, or

BALANCE.

5. Press cursor • or • to adjust for desired audio

response.

6. Press g twice to exit menu.

TREBLE - To increase ordecrease treble response. BALANCE - To emphasize LEFT / RIGHT speaker

volume.

Perfect Vol. (Volume)

This feature automatically adjusts the volume to maintain a comfortable listening level.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor •orVand•or• to highlight AUDIO

icon.

3. Press g todisplay the AUDIO menu.

Mode (Stereo/SAP/Mono)

When Audio is broadcast in Stereo or SAP, an on-screen display will appear on initial "rum On" and "Channel

Change". The available choices will be highlighted.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlight AUDIO icon.

3. Press _ to display the AUDIO menu.

4. Press cursor • or • to highlight PERFECT VOL.

5. Press • or • to select ON or OFF.

6. Press _ twice to exit menu.

Surround

Use Surround to enhance audio response when listeningto stereo broadcasts.

1. Press _.

2. Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlight AUDIO

icon.

3. Press _ to display the AUDIO menu.

4. Press cursor • or • to highlight Mode.

5. Press cursor • or • to select STEREO, SAP (Second Audio Programming), or MONO. The selected mode

will be highlighted.

6. Press _ twice to exit menu.

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Menu Selections

4. Press cursor • or • to highlight Surround.

5. Press cursor • or • to select ON or OFF.

6. Press I twice to exit menu.

Internal Speakers

This feature is used to turn the internal speakers "ON" or

"OFF". It is used when the TV is connected to an External Audio Amplifier. (Refer to "To Audio Amp Connection"

section for further information.)

1. Press I.

2. Press cursor •or•and•or• to highlight AUDIO Icon.

3. Press am to display the AUDIO menu.

2. Presscursorpor(]andtom to highlight VIDEO icon.

3. Press _ to display the VIDEO menu.

Press cursor • or • to highlight RESET. Press cursor • or • to select RESET to normalize

Color, Tint, Brightness, Contrast, and Sharpness.

Press _ twice to exit menu.

4. Press cursor • or • to highlight INTERNAL SPEAKERS.

5. Press cursor • or • to select ON, OFF&VAO or OFF&FAO.

° ON - TV SPEAKERS operate normally.

• OFF&VAO (Variable Audio Output) TV

SPEAKERS off, the sound output varies according to the TV volume. Use the TV remote

to control the volume, muting, bass, treble, and balance of the External Amplifier System.

° OFF&FAO (Fixed Audio Output) TV

SPEAKERS off, sound output is not adjustable. The audio is controlled by the External

Amplifier System volume control.

6. Press _ twice to exit menu.

VIDEO

Reset

Use to reset Color, Tint, Brightness, Contrast, and Sharpness adjustments back to a factory preset level.

1. Press _.

Color, Tint, Brightness,

Contrast, and

Sharpness

1. Press I.

Press cursor • or • and • or • to highlight VIDEO icon.

Press _ to display the VIDEO menu.

4. Press cursor • or • to select the desired adjustment (Color, Tint, Brightness, Contrast, or Sharpness).

5. Press cursor • or • to adjust your selection. (The selected picture adjustment willbe displayed.)

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the remaining Video Adjustments.

7. Press _ twice to exit menu.

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Troubleshooting Chart

Before calling for service, determine the symptoms and follow suggested solutions.

Adjust Antenna Location and Connection

Noisy Audio

Noisy AUa00

Snowy Video

Adjust Antenna Location and Connection Check Antenna Lead-in Wire

Multiple Image

Notsy AuOm

No Audio

Noisy Audio

No Audio

Normal Auaio

Wrong Audio

iNi!

Intenerence

Normal VlOeO

.... , • -'.

• .'.... ,,_.

:!:--....-:.

• .". ".. • °,

No Video

No PiP

No Color

Normal Video

Move TV from Electrical Appliances, Lights, Vehicles, and

Medical Equipment

Increase Volume Check Mute

Check TV SPEAKERS on/off

Change Channel

Set TV or Cable Mode Properly Check Antenna Cables

check Power Cord Is Plugged into Active Outlet

Adjust Brightness and Audio Controls

Change Channel Check Cable Connections

Program the Remote Control Again Check Second Video Source Operation

Adjust Color Settings

Change Channel

Check Audio Is Set To Stereo Or Mono, Not SAP

Replace Remote Control Batteries

Normal Audio

Intermittent Remote Control Operation

Normal Video

Specifications

To Audio AMP Jack O-2_OVRMS 4.71(Ohm

Specifications are sul: ect to change without notice or obligation.

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Useful Information

To locate an authorized HITACHI service facility in the continental

U.S.A. and Canada,

DIAL TOLL FREE

7 days a week, 24 hours a day

(1-800-448-2244)

Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc.

Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit, however, should your television require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico.

Each facility will provide convenient and expedient assistance. Our service hotline operator will direct you to the Hitachi

Authorized Service Facility nearest you. Just present proof of purchase and/or delivery receipts to the Hitachi Authorized

Service Facility, and service will be rendered in accordance with the terms of the limited warranty as stated on your

warranty card or operating guide.

Should you have any questions regarding warranty service, operation or technical assistance, please contact:

Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc.

For TVs ourchased in Canada onlv, please contact one of the Hitachi offices below, should you have any questions

regarding service, operation, or technical assistance.

1855 Dornoch Court

San Diego, CA 92173-3225

MONTREAL

9425 Trans Canada Highway Ville

St.-Laurent, Quebec

H4S 1V3

Tel: (514) 956-9882

Fax: (514) 956-9761

TORONTO

6740 Campobello Road

Mississauga, Ontado

L5N 2L8

Tel: (905) 821-4545

Fax" (905) 826-6627

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VANCOUVER

20800 Westminster Hwy., Unit 1103

Richmond, B.C.

V6V 2W3

Tel: (604) 214-0777

Fax: (604) 214-0772

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HITACHI

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