Hitachi 32UDX10S, 36UDX10S User Manual

SOLID STATE COLOR TV

32UDX10S 36UDX10S

OPERATING GUIDE

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2-3

FIRST TIME USE 4-20

THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL

ULTRATEC BIT-MAP ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 60-67

34-59

21-33

SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO THEATER

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION

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

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

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

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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

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

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NOTE: ¥ There are no user serviceable parts inside the television.

¥Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the television. ¥ This television is not intended for use in a computer room.

POWER SOURCE

THIS TELEVISION IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 120 VOLTS 60Hz, AC CURRENT. INSERT THE POWER CORD INTO A 120 VOLT 60Hz OUTLET.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE TELEVISION’S (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

NEVER CONNECT THE

TELEVISION

TO 50HZ, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE

SPECIFIED VOLTAGE.

CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the television as this can expose you to very high voltages and other

hazards. If the television does not operate properly, unplug the television and call your authorized dealer or service center.

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

paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.

CAUTION:

Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions, as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user s authority to operate the television.

MODIFICATIONS:

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hitachi America, Ltd. Home Electronics Division may void the user s authority to operate the equipment.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read before operating equipment

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult and electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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

11. Only use the attachments/accesories specified by the manufacturer.

12. 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.

13. Unplug this aparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. Televisions are designed to comply with the recommended safety standards for tilt and stability. Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front, or top, of the cabinet which could cause the product to overturn resulting in product damage and/or personal injury.

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

17. An outdoor antenna should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical circuits.

18. If an outside antenna is connected to the reciever, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Note to the CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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

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

PREVENTION OF P

ATTERN BURN

Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generate graphics, and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can cause permanent damage to television receivers. Such PATTERN BURNS constitute misuse and are NOT

COVERED

by your HITACHI Factory Warranty. When using the Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should not

be left permanently in one corner of the screen or a PATTERN BURN may develop over a long period of time.

PUBLIC VIEWING OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL

Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from other sources, may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material.

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250 PART H)

ACCESSORIES

Check that you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.

1. Remote Control Unit.

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 Distributor in the continental United States. For Alaska please contact your nearest HITACHI regional office.

PART NAME PART NO. ILLUSTRATION

27MM20BA

CLU-433PC HL00723

CLU-433MC HL00725

REMOTE CONTROL

27V TELEVISION STAND

SP271B H530021

(Not included, order separately)

CAUTION: Color television stand model SP328S is designed for use only with a 32 inch or smaller color television

set. Television stand model SP368S is designed for use only with a 36 inch or smaller television set.Use of a smaller stand, a non Hitachi recommended stand or a generic stand may result in instability, causing possible injury.

CUSTOM HITACHI COLOR TELEVISION STAND Excellent for VCR and videotape storage.

Special features include curved smoke glass doors and an adjustable shelf. Available in black.

36UDX10S 32UDX10S

CLU-577TSI

REMOTE CONTROL

32V TELEVISION STAND

SP328S

(Not included, order separately)

H530054

HL01327

POWER

VCR

CBL

TAPE

AMP

STB

DVD

LAST CHSLEEP

ANT

HELP

MODE

CHVOL

TATU

UTE

GUIDE/TVGUIDE/TVGUIDE/TV

INFO

VCR PLUS+

SVCS

GUIDE/TV

SCHD

PIP PIP CH

SWAP

FREEZE

PIP MODE

PIP ACCESS

PROG

TV/VCR

SLOW

SOURCE WIZARD

REC

SELECT

C.C.

SPECT

VID 1

VID 2

VID 3

VID 4

VID 5

CLU-577TSI

36V TELEVISION STAND

SP368S

(Not included, order separately)

H530054

BOTTOM VIEW

Lift up on tab to remove back cover.

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT

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

2. Insert two new AA size batteries in the remote. 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.

NOTES:

1. If your color television set is to remain unused for a long period of time, for instance when you go on vacation, unplug the color television from the wall outlet.

2. Do not subject the remote control to shocks such as dropping it on the floor, etc. Precision parts may be damaged.

3. Do not allow the remote control to become wet and avoid placing it in areas of high humidity. Do not 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 stop altogether. Replace the old batteries with new AA types.

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

HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW

HITACHI COLOR TV

ANTENNA

Unless your color TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for best performance. However, if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be sufficient.

LOCATION

Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the picture screen. Also, be sure that the location selected allows a free flow of air to and from the back cover of the set. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set failure, do not place the color TV where temperatures can become excessively hot, for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc.

VIEWING

To view the color television screen at its best, test various locations in the room. The drawings below show several suggestions.

The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the color TV and about 6 to 9 feet from the screen. During daylight hours, reflections from outside light may appear on the screen. If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the color TV can be located in a different section of the room.

If the color TV s audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi system s external speakers, the best audio performance will be obtained by placing the speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as possible to the height of the picture screen center. For best stereo separation, place the external speakers at least four feet from the side of the color television, place the surround speakers to the side or behind the viewing area. Differences in room sizes and acoustical environments will require some experimentation with speaker placement for best performance.

4' MINIMUM

10'

15'

BEST HORIZONTAL

VIEWING ANGLE

20'

CAUTION: The magnetic field of external speakers may cause the picture to distort if the speakers are placed too close

to the color television. Move the speakers away from the color TV until there is no picture distortion.

BEST

VERTICAL VIEWING

ANGLE

15'

20'

10'

HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS

Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of each cable.

300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector

This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm).

Phono Connector

Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the television s rear jack panel and front control panel.

’’F’’ Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector

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

S-VIDEO (Super Video) Connector

This connector is used on camcorders, VCRs, and laserdisc players with an S-VIDEO feature in place of the standard video cable to produce a high quality picture.

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL

VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV)

When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor antenna or CATV coaxial cable to the ANT A (75-Ohm) terminal. If you have a second antenna or cable TV system, connect the coaxial cable to the ANT B terminal.

VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna

When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna, connect the VHF or UHF antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF adapter. Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the TV.

When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected

Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal, and connect the cables to the antenna mixer. Consult your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer.

To outdoor antenna or CATV cable

To second antenna or cable system

Antenna mixer

ANT A/ANT B

To UHF Antenna

To outdoor antenna or CATV system

To outdoor VHF or UHF antenna

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

NOTES: 1. Your HITACHI TV will appear to be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2 or 3 is selected. Check

the Power Light to make sure the TV is turned off when not in use.

2. To see an auto-demonstration of the on-screen displays with HELP text displayed, press and hold the POWER button on the TV set for approximately five seconds. Press the POWER button on the TV again to end the autodemonstration.

 MENU button

This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote.

 INPUT/EXIT button

Press this button to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3 or alternate antenna source. Your selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen. This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode.

 CHANNEL selector

Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. These buttons also serve as the cursor down () and up () buttons when in MENU mode.

 VOLUME level

Press these buttons for your desired sound level. The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen. These buttons also serve as the cursor left () and right () buttons when in MENU mode.

 POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV on or off.

 POWER light (LED)

You will see a red light when the TV is turned on.

 REMOTE CONTROL sensor

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

 FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 3)

Use these audio/video jacks for a quick hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite show or new recording. Press the INPUT button until VIDEO: 3 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack.

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

PUSH

POWER CH - CH + VOL - VOL + MENU INPUT

CURSOR

POWER CH - CH + VOL - VOL + INPUT

EXIT MENU

CURSOR

INPUT/

EXIT

Infrared

Sensor

Power Button

LED

Channel

Buttons

Volume Buttons

PUSH

VIDEO

L/MONO R

AUDIO

INPUT 3

S-VIDEO

















VIDEO 3 INPUT

FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS

The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in the following examples:

NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the played back picture

may be abnormal.

2. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable.

3. If you have a mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack of your TV.

MAGIC FOCUS

OUTPUT

V L R

S-VHS

Back of VCR

S-INPUT

(Optional, see note)

INPUT 3

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO L/MONO R

CONVERGENCE

ADJUST

CONVERGENCE

ADJUST

INPUT

OUTPUT

REAR PANEL JACKS

 Antenna Input/Output

The remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and ANT B. ANT A input can be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture.) The antenna output labeled TO CONVERTER allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source such as a cable box, only when ANT B is displayed as a main picture.

 Audio/Video Inputs 1 and 2

The INPUT button will step through each video source and antenna source input each time it is pressed. Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc players, DVD players etc. (If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack.)

 MONITOR OUT

These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording. Use the S-VIDEO Output for high quality video output.

 AUDIO TO HI-FI Output

These jacks provide variable audio output to a separate stereo amplifier. With this connection, the audio to the stereo can be controlled by the television s main volume.

 S-VIDEO Inputs 1 and 2

Inputs 1 and 2 provide S-VIDEO (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-VIDEO output capability.













MONITOR

OUT

INPUT 2

INPUT 1

AUDIO

(MONO)

AUDIO

S-VIDEOS-VIDEO

VIDEO

ANT A

TO CONVERTER

ANT B

AUDIO

(MONO)

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO TO HI-FI

NOTE: You may use VIDEO, S-VIDEO, or COMPONENT: Y-PBPRinputs to connect to INPUT 1 and 2, but only one of these

inputs may be used at a time.

NOTE: S-VIDEO Output may be used for recording, only when the input is of S-VIDEO type.

REAR PANEL JACKS

NOTES: 1.

DO NOT connect standard VIDEO or S-VIDEO to Input 2 when using Y-PBPRinput.

2. When using the Y-PBPRinput jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV s Input 2 Left and Right Audio input jacks.

3. Your component output may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV s PBinput and the components R-Y output to the TV s PRinput.

4. Your component output may be labeled Y-CBCR. In this case, connect the component CBoutput to the TV s PBinput and the component CRoutput to the TV s PRinput.

5. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (See page 54)

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

7. When using the Y-PBPR jacks, PIP sub-picture can not be turned ON. It is not possible to view a Y-PBPRinput while PIP is ON. (See page 25)

 Component: Y-P

BPR

Input

Input 2 provides Y-P

BPR

jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box.

REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS

DVD Player

Stereo System Amplifier

Laserdisc player, VCR, camcorder, etc.

VCR #2

Cable TV Box

Optional, see tips on page 14

VCR #1

Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable

2-Way signal splitter

Optional, see tips on page 14

OUTPUT

Y P

L R

HDTV Set-Top Box

V L R

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

ANT IN

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

VL R

OUTPUT

B/CBPR/CR

L R

INPUT

Optional, see tips on page 14

V L R

INPUT

S-VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

INPUT 2

INPUT 1

AUDIO

(MONO)

AUDIO

S-VIDEOS-VIDEO

VIDEO

ANT A

TO CONVERTER

ANT B

AUDIO

(MONO)

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO TO HI-FI

INPUT

OUTPUT

NOTE: 1.

Connect only 1 component to each input jack.

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

TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP

TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

S-VIDEO connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature.

If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the television.

Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up cables.

Asingle VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output (INPUT: 1 in the example on page 14). Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections.

You may use VIDEO, S-VIDEO, or COMPONENT: Y-PBPRinputs to connect to Input 2, but only one of these may be used at a time.

Connect only 1 component (VCR, DVD player, camcorder, etc.) to each input jack.

COMPONENT: Y-PBPR connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature.

When using the Y-PBPRinput jack, connect your components audio output to the TV s Input 2 Left and Right Audio input jacks.

Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV s Pb input and the components R-Y output to the TV s PRinput.

Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. In this case, connect the components CBoutput to the TV s PBinput and the components CRoutput to the TV s PRinput.

It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPRinputs. (See page 54)

To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the

Y-PBP

jacks.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES

PB/C

PR/ C

INPUT

Stereo System Amplifier

To Audio Input Terminal

of External Amplifier

MONITOR

OUT

INPUT 2

INPUT 1

AUDIO

(MONO)

AUDIO

S-VIDEOS-VIDEO

VIDEO

ANT A

TO CONVERTER

ANT B

AUDIO

(MONO)

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO TO HI-FI

CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER

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

NOTE: To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust

the sound using the remote control of the TV set.

REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

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

The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions. However, you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components and features. For best performance, video and audio cables should be made from coaxial shielded wire.

Before Operating External Video Source

The input mode is changed every time the INPUT button is pressed as shown below. Connect an external source to the INPUT terminal, then press the INPUT button as necessary to view the input source. (See page 24)

(ANTENNA)

(INPUT)

INPUT

CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER

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

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

3. Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player. The VIDEO mode disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

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

NOTE: When the TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from the VIDEO INPUT JACK on the back panel of the

TV (i.e., VCR/laserdisc player, etc. is not connected or the video device is OFF), the set will appear to be OFF.

PB/C

PR/ C

Hitachi Model or

Similar Model

VIDEO OUTAUDIO OUT

VCR

Rear Panel of Television

MONITOR

OUT

INPUT 2

INPUT 1

AUDIO

(MONO)

AUDIO

S-VIDEOS-VIDEO

VIDEO

ANT A

TO CONVERTER

ANT B

AUDIO

(MONO)

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO TO HI-FI

Back of VCR

INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER

VIDEO

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER

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

below.

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

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

4. Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The VIDEO icon disappears automatically after

approximately eight seconds.

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

OUTPUT

PB/C

PR/ C

Hitachi Model or

Similar Model

Back of VCR

V L R

Rear Panel of Television

VCR

MONITOR

OUT

INPUT 2

INPUT 1

AUDIO

(MONO)

AUDIO

S-VIDEOS-VIDEO

VIDEO

ANT A

TO CONVERTER

ANT B

AUDIO

(MONO)

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO TO HI-FI

NOTES: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. (INPUT: 1 in example on page 13) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line inputoutput connections.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER

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

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

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

4. Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The VIDEO icon disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

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

PB/C

PR/ C

Hitachi Model or

Similar Model

Rear Panel of Television

VCR or Laserdisc Player

V L R

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

See tips on Page 14

MONITOR

OUT

INPUT 2

INPUT 1

AUDIO

(MONO)

AUDIO

S-VIDEOS-VIDEO

VIDEO

ANT A

TO CONVERTER

ANT B

AUDIO

(MONO)

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO TO HI-FI

NOTES: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

Back of VCR

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC/DVD PLAYER OR HDTV SET TOP BOX TO INPUT 2 COMPONENT: Y-PBPR.

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

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

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

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

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

6. Press the INPUT button, to view the program from the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box. The VIDEO icon disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

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

ANT A

TO CONVERTER

ANT B

PB/C

PR/ C

AUDIO

MONITOR

OUT

INPUT 2

INPUT 1

AUDIO

(MONO)

S-VIDEOS-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO TO HI-FI

Rear Panel of Television

(MONO)

OUTPUT

Y C

R L

AUDIO

VIDEO

DVD Player

Hitachi Model or

Similar Model

Back of DVD Player

OUTPUT

Y P

HDTV Set-Top Box

L R

NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. See page 14 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP

PUSH

POWER CH - CH + VOL - VOL + MENU INPUT

CURSOR

Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound requirements. (See page 58 for SRS and BBE functions.)

 The television s internal speakers.  These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the Audio to HI-FI output on the television.

REQUIRED

CONNECTION

FEATURE

OPTIONAL

CONNECTION

EFFECT

Receive mono and stereo sound.

OFF





Exciting and realistic 3D sound experience from just two speakers.





REQUIRED

CONNECTION

FEATURE

OPTIONAL

CONNECTION

EFFECT

Receive mono and stereo sound.





OFF

Sound is natural and crisp from just two speakers.





NOTE: SRS and BBE works and can be turned on at the same time.

THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-577TSI)

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

To operate your TV, point the remote control at the remote sensor of the TV and press the TV button. The TV button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your television.

To operate your VCR, point the remote at the remote sensor of the VCR and press the VCR button. The VCR button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your VCR. (See page 28 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your VCR.)

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

To operate your satellite receiver, point the remote at the remote sensor of the satellite receiver and press the SATELLITE (SAT) button. The SAT button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your satellite receiver. (See page 30 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your satellite receiver.)

To operate your DVD player, point the remote at the remote sensor of the DVD player and press the DVD button. The DVD button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your DVD player. (See page 31 for instruction on how to program the remote to control your DVD player.)

To operate additional audio/video equipment, point the remote at the remote sensor of the component you wish to control and press the AV1, AV2 or AV3 button. This button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control the desired component. (See page 32 for instructions on how to program the remote to control additional Audio/Video equipment.)

 These buttons allow the remote to control your TV, VCR,

cable box, satellite receiver, DVD player, or other Audio/Video equipment depending on which mode is chosen, as explained above.

, LIGHT BUTTON

When you are in a dark room, press the light button  on the remote to light up the buttons shown in  and the source button will blink. The light will stay on for about 8 seconds if the light button is not pressed again. These buttons will not appear to light if the room is too bright.

POWER

VCR

CBL

AV2

AV1

AV3

SAT

DVD

LAST CHSLEEP

INPUT

HELP

C.S.

EXIT

CHVOL

RECALL

MUTE

GUIDE/TVGUIDE/TVGUIDE/TV

INFO

VCR PLUS+

SVCS

GUIDE/TV

SCHD

PIP PIP CH

SWAP

FREEZE

PIP MODE

PIP ACCESS

PROG

TV/VCR

SLOW

SOURCE WIZARD

REC

CLU-577TSI

SELECT







C.C.

ASPECT

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