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OPERATING GUIDE
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
FIRST TIME USE
THE GENIUS
REMOTE CONTROL
ULTRATEC BIT-MAP
ON-SCREEN DISPLAYS
2-4
5-20
21-34
35-58
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USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 59-63
Follow all warnings and instructionsmarked on this projection television.
IAf C,UTOetA
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
WARNING
TC) PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS COLOR TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTUP, E.
IMPORTANT
The lightning flash wi:h alrowhead symbol, wiLhin an equilateral tri-
angle, is intended to alerl 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 impodant operating and mainte-
nance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
NOTE:
• There are no user serviceable parts inside the television.
• Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the television.
POWER SOURCE
This HITACHI color television is designed to operate on 120 volts 60Hz, AC 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 TELEVISION TO 50HZ, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER
THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE.
I OTE: This television receiver will display television closed captioning, (rccl or E_, ), in accordance with para-
I _. CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the television as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards.
graph 15.119 of the FCC rules.
If the television does not operate properly, unplug the television and call your aJthorized dealer or service shop.
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SAFETY TIPS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION: • Read all of these instructions.
• Save these instructions for later use.
• Follow all warnings and instructions marked
on the 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 operatior_ 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.
FOR YOURPERSONALSAFETY
This television is equipped with a
polarized three-prong grounded,
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 reversio£ the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contacE 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 from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
3, Do not ovedoad wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in
fire or electric shock
Do not attempt to service the
television yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
6,
Never push objects of any kind into
the television's cabinet slots as they
may touch dangerous voltage points
or snort out parts that could result in
a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the television.
If the television has been dropped or
the cabinet has been damaged,
unplug the television from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel.
If liquid has been spilled into the
television set, unplug it from the
wall outlet and refer service to
qualified service persornel.
SAFETY POINTS 'YOIJ SHOULD KNOW ABOUT
YOUR HITACHI TE-LEVISION
wall outlet b{_fore cleaning. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning. Do not
use liqvid or aerosol cleaners,
10. Unplug the television from [he I_
_,O I. unstable car, stand, or table. ]he
__i televisian "nay fall, causing
o_--_ _ should be moved with care.
a
_;.1" _" ,_ "l.l_l uneven surfaces may cause the
11-1. Do not place the television on an
serious injury to a child or an
adult, and sndous damage to the _
appliance. Llse only with a cart or ,_I *" _
stand
recommended by 'the •
manufacturer, or sold with the
television. Wall or shelf mounting
instructions, and should use a
mounting k t approved by the
manufacturer.
should follow the manufacturer's
11-2. An applianc4 and cart combinalion
) Quick stops, excessive force, and
appliance a'_d cart combination
to over:urn.
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DO not allow anything to rest on or 9.
roll over the power cord, and do not
place the television where the
power cord is subject to traffic or
abuse. This may result in a shock
or fire hazard.
PROTECTION AND LOCA'I"ION OF YOUR TELEVISION
12. Do not use the television near
water, for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry
tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming #ool, etc.
Never expose the television to rain
or water. If the set has been
exposed to rain or water, unplug
television 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.
Do not subject your television to
impact of any kind. Be careful not to
damage the picture tube surface.
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dust inside the chassis may cause
failure of the television when high
,,Avoid....Accu.uao
humidity persists.
15.
Tl_e television has slots or openings
in the cabinet for ventilation
purposes which provide reliable
operation of the receiver and
protect the television from over-
heating, These openings must not
be blocked or covered.
Never cover the slots or openings
with cloth or other material.
Never block the bottom ventilation r i_l._,,_z_¢_;_
slots oftl'te television by placing iton
a bed, sofa, rig, etc.
over a radiator or heat register.
• Neverplace thetelevisionne .... .__
Never placa the television in a built-in
enclosure uness proper ventilation
is provic ed.
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PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION
16-1. If an outside antenna is connected
to the television, be sure the
antenna system is groueded 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 .,;upporting
structure, grounding of :he lead-in
wire to an antenna discharge unit,
size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge unil
connection to groun¢ling eLec-
trode, and requirements for the
grounding electrode.
16-2. Note to CATV system installer:
(Only for television with CATV
reception). This reminder is
provided to call the CA'P,/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.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION OF YOUR 'TELEVISION
19. This television should be operat-
ed only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking ..,._.._.. _',('_
label, if you are not sure of the
type ,of power suppl,j at your
home, consult your dealer or local
power company. For televisions
designed to operate from battery
power, refer to the operating
instructions.
GROUNDINGCO_OUCTORS
_ I:LECTROOE SYSTeW
MEC NATi_AL ELECT_FCALCOOE
20. If the television does not operate
normally by following the operating
instructions, unplug the television
from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service
personnel. Adjust only those
controls that are covered in the
instructions as improper adjustment
of other controls may result in
damage and witt often require
extensive work by a qualified
service technician to restore the
television to normal operation.
(NEC ART 293 PART H}
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C_SC_GeUNFT
(NECSECT_Oe__I$_}
G_OU_O_GCO_DL_TO_S
(NEC SECTION BI0-21)
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SAFETY TIPS
17. An outside antenna system should
not be Io;ated in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other_
electlicaI ,ights or power circuits,
or where i!can fall into such power
Ihles or eilcuits. When instailing an
oJtside antenna system, extreme
c;]re shou d be taken to keep from
touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might
be fatal.
18. For addl)d protection for the
television during a lightning storTr, _,_2.. _..._..J
or v, hen t is unused for long
pedo:ls o! time, unplug it from thi_
',*,'alloutlet and disconnect antonnai.
This wiU _revent damage due t,)
lightring and powerJine surges.
21. If your television is to remain ,...r_ ._.
unused f3r a period of time, (such
as _,,'hengoing on a holiday), turn
the television OFF and unplug it
from the wall outlet
IF THE TELEVISION DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY
22.
If you are unable Io restore
normal operation by following
the detailed procedure in your
operating instructions, do not
attempt any further a_justments.
Unplug the televisior and call
your dealer or service :echnician.
23 Whenever the lelevision is
damaged or fails, or if there is a
distinct change in performance
that indicates a need for service,
unplug the television and have it
checked by a qualified service
technician
24. Iris nomlal for some televisions to
make occasional snapping or
popping sounds, particularly when
being turned on or off. If the
snappinc or popping is continuous
or Irequ)nt, unplug the set and
consult your dealer or service
technician,
FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION
25. Do not use attachments not
recommended by the television
manufacturer as they may cause
hazards,
r_i 26 If replacement parts are required, 27. Ltpon completion of any service c,r _ (_,_..
J'_ be sure the service technician has repairs tc the television, ask the _
used replacement parts specified by service technician to perform
the manufacturer that have the routine s_=fetychecks to determine
same characteristics as the original that the television is i_'_ safe
part. Unauthorized substitutions operating condition.
may result in fire, electric shock, or
other hazards.
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PICTURE CAUTIONS
Picture Burn Prevention
• Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, and
other fixed (non-moving) patterns can cause permanent damage to color television receivers. Such "PATTERN
BURNS" constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranly.
• When using 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 -IV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from other sources, may
require prior autt_,orization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material.
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ACCESSORIES
Check that 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 1:oobtain these accessories, please call TOLL FREE 1-800-448-2244 for the nearest HITACHI Authorized
Parts Distributor in the continental United States. For Alaska and Hawaii, please contact your nearest HITACHI regional office.
PART NAME J PART NO. J ILLUSTRATION
36CX35B
CLU-432U
REMOTE CONTROL
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36FX42B
32FX41 B
32UX51 B
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REMOTE CONTROL
32V TELEVISION STAND
SP316B
(Not included, order separately)
32V TELEVISION STAND
SP317B
(Notincluded, order separately)
36V TELEVISION STAND
SP351B
(Not included, order separately)
H530022
H&30023
(upgrade)
H530024
CLU-432U
I-I_1
CLU-431Ul
CUSTOM HITACHI
TELEVISION STAND
Excellent for VCR and
videotape storage. Special
teatures inclUdecurved
smoke glass dcx_rsand
an adjustable shelf.
Available in black.
kCAUTION: Television stand models SP316B and SP317B are designed for use only with a 32 inch or smaller televisionset. Television stand models SP351B are designed for use only with a 36 inch or smaller. Use with smaller
_L..._ equipment may result in instability, causing possible injury.
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REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION
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1. Open the battery cover of the remote control by
pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers.
2. Insert two new "AA" size batteries in the remote.
When replacing old batteries, push them towards the
springs and lift them ouL
3. Match the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in the
battery compartment.
4. Replace the cover.
AND REPLACEMENT
BOTTOM VIEW
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Push in and lift up on tab to
remove back cover.
CAUTIONS:
1. If your television set is to remain unused for a longperiod of time, for instance when you go on wtcafion, unplug the television
from the wall outlet.
2. Do not subject the remote control to shocks such as dropping it on the floor, etc. Precision parts m_y 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.
NOTES:
1. The CHANNEL NO.I VOLUME, and OFF TIMER indicators are not displayed simultaneously.
2. To operate your TV, point the remote control at the remote sensor of the "IV.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI COLOR TV
ANTENNA
Unless your 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 perforated back cover of the set.
To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set failure, do not place the -I_' 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 large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test various locations
in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing. The drawings give several suggestions.
The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the 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 "-V can be located in a
different section of the room.
If the 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 j3icturescreen center. For
best stereo separation, place the external speakers at least four feet from the side of the TV, 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
4'MINIMUM
0'
Magnetic fields, such as those of external speakers, may cause the picture to distort if they are placed too
close to the television. Move the magnetic field source away from the television unlil there is no pcture
distortion.
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HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNEC'I'ORS
Most video/audio connectiorls between components cart 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 store,'; that sell
audio/video products. Below are illustrations and name,'; 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).
"F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector
For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna
jack on the television.
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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
frc,nt control panel.
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
These sets are equipped with one VHF/UHF antenna terminal. The VHF/UHF terminal can be used for normal TV, cable TV (CATV), a
TV game, etc.
1. VHF (75-Ohm) antennaiCATV
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.
S-Video (Super Video) Connector
This connector is used on camcorders, VCRs and laserdisc
players with an S-Video feature ir=place of the standard video
cable to produce a high quality picture.
3. When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected
Attach an optional ANTENNA MIXE R tc the TV
antenna term inal and connect the cables to the
ANTENNA MIXER.
To outdoor antenna or CATV cable
VHF/UHF
t II (disconnect)
7c5oOxhi_Cable II _llL .4_ V,../HF Adapt°r
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2. VHF (300-Ohrn) antenna/UHF antenna
When using a 300-Ohm '[win lead from an outdoor
antenna disconnect the (VHF or UHF) indoor
antenna leads from screws of the (VHF or UHF)
adaptor and connect outdoor (VHF or UHF) antenna
leads to these screws o1'a (VHF or UHF) adaptor.
t To outdoor VHF
or UHF Antenna
(connect)
VHF Adaptor
(Rear of TV set) VHF/UHF
To UHFAntenna VHF Antenna
To outdoor
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A TE NA-- N 7
MIXER
Notes:
1. If an outdoor antenna/CA-I-V is used, disconnect
the indoor antenna. Gbosting and p(x)r neception
may result if both the indoor and outdoo" antennas/
CATV are connected at the same tirne.
2. Consult your dealer or service store for the
ANTENNA MIXER and (VHF or UHF) adaptor.
3. The special converter (decoder) wilt be supplied
by the cable company.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FOR 32FX41B AND 32UX51B
FRONT VIEW
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HOW TO OPEN THE DOOR
1. Push on "__-"
2. Pull the door toward the front to open it.
FRONT INPUT JACKS
I INPUT 3 I
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Video: 3 Input _J
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Input/Exit Volume Channel
Button Button_ Buttons
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MENU • • •
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EXIT------J I I I
CURSOR
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See pages 24 and 25 for
MENU, CURSOR, and I-XIT
button operations.
A detailed explanation of the circled numbers is on page 11.
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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FOR 36CX35B,
36FX42B AND 36UX52B
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FRONT VIEW
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Button
MENU --J
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A detailed explanation of the, circled numbers is on page 11.
OPEN / InfraredSensor
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FRONT INPUT JACKS
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Video:3 InputJ
MENU, CURSOR, and EXIT
button operations.
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FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS
O INPUT/EXIT Button
Press this button to select the current antenna source or VIDEO: 1, 2, 3. Your selection is shown in tqe top right corner of
the screen. This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode.
VOLUME Level
Press these buttons for your desired sound level. The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen.
CHANNEL Selector
Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of the IV screen.
1_ POWER Button
Press this button to turn the TV on or off.
NOTE:
@REMOTE CONTROL INFRARED Sensor
Point your remote control at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc.
Q FRONT INPUT JACKS
Use these audio/video jacks for a quick hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite .';how or new recording.
Press the INPUT button until VIDEO: 3 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. Ifyou have mono sound, insert the audio
cable into the left channel jack.
NOTE: Front panel control CURSOR operation will not operate the FAMILY FAVORITES channel function.
Your HITACHI -IV will appear to be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3 is selected. If yo[_ J
have no input to VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3, press the INPUT button until the normal broadcast picture alDpears. (See page 24.)
If the picture does not appear, the power is OFF.
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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:
Video Camera
_ OUTPUT
Insert audio cable
into left channel
for mono sound
_1 INPUT
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Video Camera
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OUTPUT
INPUT
NOTE:
NPUT S
S-VHS V LUTPuRT r----_--I _,
(Back of VCR)
Completely inset the connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, :he picture that is
played back may be abnormal.
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REAR PANEL JACKS
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(_ INPUTTE*M,.AL= I--
INPUTI INPUT 2
MONITO_ AUDIO I
OUT ITOH]FI I
VIDEO
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AuOtO
(_ MONITOR OUT I
Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.
Q AUDIO TO HIFI OUTPUT -'ERMINALS
36FX42B
32FX41B
32UX51B
36UX52B
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REAR PANEL JACKS
O Antenna Inputs (36CX35B)
The VHF/UHF terminal can be used for normal "I'V, cable TV (CA]V), a video game, etc.
Antenna Inputs (Except 36CX35B)
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 direc':ly to a different source such
as a cable box.
AudioNideo Inputs 1, 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, etc. (If you have monc sound, insert the audio
cable into the left channel jack.)
I_) Monitor Out (Except 36CX35B)
These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording.
Q Audio to HI-FI
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. Use these jacks for the SURROUND Left and Right channels. (See page 20.)
Q S-Video
Input 1 provides S-Video (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-Video output capability.
TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS
The S-Video connection is provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc., that have this feature. 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.
A single VCR can be used fi)r VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot read its own video or line output (INPUT: 1 in the
example on page 15 or 16). Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output ,connections.
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REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS I36CX35B ONLY /
cable TV coaxial cable
____ Outside antenna or
_ @-----2-way signal splitter
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Optional,
see tips
on page
14.
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IC_) S'_ OUTPUT
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VCR #1
Laserdisc player, VCR,
camcorder, etc.
0 c_cc;c_ c_ C>
r_ E_ooI _1
Stereo System Amp ifier
Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.
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cable 'R,r coaxial cable
_L_7_ Outside antenna or
[_ _ 2-way signal
splitter
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS IEXCI-PT 36CX35B)
Cable TV box
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VCR,,(='OJ
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Laserdisc player, VCR,
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Stereo System Amplifier
Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.
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EX'IFERNAL CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER
To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below.
(REAR OF TV SET)
AUDIO TO HI-FI TERMINAL
AUDIO
TO HI-FI
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TO AUDIO INPUT TERMINAL _ tlr,,
OF EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER"""_ v
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NOTE:
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EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER
SPEAKERS SPEAKERS
To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio arnplifier lower and adjust the
sound using the remote control of the TV set.
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EXTERNAL
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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDE-O SOURCES
The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, and laserdisc player to your IV 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 hnputs 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.)
INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER
(Antenna) (Input)
VIDEO
When the TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from the VIDEO INPUT JACK on the jack panel of the ]
I NO'rE:
CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER
1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the taserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack 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 laserdisc player. The VIDEO mode disappears automatically after
approximately eight seconds.
4. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel.
TV (i.e., VCPJLaserdisc Player, etc. is not connected or the video device is OFF), the screen will be gray-blue.
VCR
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TERMINAL
INPUT I
VIDEOOUT AUDIOOUT
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VIDEO
(MONO)
AUDIO
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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES
CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER
1. Ccnnect the cable from the VIDEO OUT ofthe VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack on th,_IV 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 mode VIDEO disappears automatically after
approximately eight seconds.
5. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel.
INPUT 1
!
VIDEO
AuDto
S-VHS V L R
OUTPUT
BACK OF VCR
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HITACHI MODEL
or similar model
NOTE: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture that !s played back will be
abnormal ifthe connection is loose.
Ifyou have an S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable.
A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line oul:put.
(INPUT: 1 in example on page 15 or 16.) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output
connections.
TV INPUT TERMINAL
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AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP
Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound
requirements. (See page 55 and 56 for SURROUND and SRS 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.
L LR L R
STEREO SYSTEM
AMPLIFIER
For 36CX35B, 36FX42B, and 32FX41B only:
!SURROUND
FEATURE
OFF
MUSIC
MOVIE
SIMULATE
For 36UX52B and 32UX51B only:
I REQUIRED
CONNECTION
(i)@
@@
(b
@
OPTIONAL
CONNECTION
@
@
I EFFECT
Receive mono and stereo sound.
At stereo input, sound of music will be louder.
Surround channel added to left and right audio
amplifier speakers.
Movie theater reproduction, surroun channel
added to left and right audio amplifi speakers.
At mono input, sound will be louder
SRS ( Q )" REQUIRED OPTIONAL EFFEC
FEATURE CONNECTION CONNECTION
Exciting and realistic 3D sound ex=Derence
ON (_ (2_) from just two speakers.
OFF (_ (,_ Receive rnono and stereo sound.
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