Hitachi 36SDX88B User Manual

36" PC READY COLOR TV

36SDX88B

OPERATING GUIDE

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2-5

SET UP

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VIDEO

AUDIO

THEATER

INFO

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CUSTOM

Set Up

USING THE PC READY COLOR TV AS A PC MONITOR

FIRST TIME USE 6-20

THE REMOTE CONTROL 21-31

ULTRATEC ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 32-59

PLUG AND PLAY TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENT REGULATORY INFORMATION USEFUL INFORMATION SERVICE HOTLINE FEATURE INFORMATION

71-79

60-70

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this PC ready color television receiver.

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

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

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

NOTE: This PC ready color television receiver will display television closed captioning, ( or ), in

accordance with paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.

POWER SOURCE

This HITACHI PC READY COLOR TV is designed to operate on 120 Volts/60Hz, AC household current. Insert power cord into a 120 Volts/60Hz outlet.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE PC READY COLOR 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 PC ready color TV to 50Hz, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE.

CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the PC ready color television set as this can expose you to very

high voltages and other hazards. If the set does not operate properly, unplug the set and call your dealer or service shop.

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.

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 PC ready color TV.

IMPORTANT

FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY

1. This PC ready color television set is equipped with a three-prong grounded, alternating-current line plug.This plug will fit only three terminal receptacles. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the three terminal plug.

2. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed, unplug the PC ready color television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

3. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.

4. Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place the PC ready color TV where the power cord is subject to traffic or abuse. This may result in a shock or fire hazard.

5. Do not attempt to service the PC ready color television set 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 PC ready color television s cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the PC ready color television set.

7. If the PC ready color television set has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged, unplug the PC ready color television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

8. If liquid has been spilled into the PC ready color television set, unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel.

9. Do not subject your PC ready color television set to impact of any kind. Be careful not to damage the picture tube surface.

10. Unplug the PC ready color television set from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

11-1. D o not place the PC ready color television set

on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The PC ready color television set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the PC ready color television set. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer s instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.

11-2. An appliance and cart combination should be

moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION: SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT

¥ Read all of these instructions. YOUR HITACHI PC READY COLOR TELEVISION RECEIVER ¥ Save these instructions for later use. ¥ Follow all warnings and instructions marked

on the PC ready color television receiver.

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

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

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.

15. The set has slots or openings in the cabinet for ventilation purposes which provide reliable operation of the receiver and protect the PC ready color TV from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered.

¥Never cover the slots or openings with cloth or

other material.

¥ Never block the bottom ventilation slots of the set

by placing it on a bed, sofa, rug, etc.

¥ Never place the set near or over a radiator or heat

¥ Never place the set in a built-in enclosure, unless

proper ventilation is provided.

PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET

12. Do not use the PC ready color 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.

14. Avoid dusty places, since accumulated dust inside the chassis may cause failure of the set when high humidity persists.

NO!

Coins

HELP

NO!

HOT!

IMPORTANT

19. The PC ready color television set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your television dealer or local power company. For sets designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

20. If the PC ready color television set does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, unplug the PC ready color television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the PC ready color television set to normal operation.

21. If your PC ready color television set is to remain unused

for a period of time, (such as when going on a holiday), turn the PC ready color television set OFF and unplug it from the wall outlet.

22. If you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in your operating instructions, do not attempt any further adjustments. Unplug the set and call your dealer or service technician.

OPERATION OF YOUR SET

PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET

IF THE SET DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY

23. Whenever the PC ready color television set is damaged or fails, or if there is a distinct change in performance that indicates a need for service, unplug the set and have it checked by a professional service technician.

24. It is normal for some PC ready color television sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds, particularly when being turned on or off. If the snapping or popping is continuous or frequent, unplug the set and consult your dealer or service technician.

25. Do not use attachments not recommended by the PC ready color television set manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

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.

FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION

27. Upon completion of any service or repairs to the PC ready color television set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the PC ready color television is in safe operating condition.

16-1. If an outside antenna is connected to the PC ready color 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 lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrode, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

17. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical lights or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

18. For added protection for the PC ready color television set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage due to lightning and power-line surges.

16-2. Note to CATV system installer:

(Only for PC ready color television sets with CATV reception) This reminder is provided to call CATV system installers 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.

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)

Use Proper Voltage

No !

Service

Snap

Pop

Snap

ask me!

PICTURE CAUTIONS

WARNING

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 PC Ready Color Television Receivers. Such PATTERN BURNS constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED

by your HITACHI Factory

Warranty.

This PC ready color television receiver was intended mainly for the private viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations, cable companies, and programs from other video sources. Public viewing may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program.

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: PC ready color television stand model SP351B or SP364B is designed for use only with a 36 inch or

smaller PC ready color 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 PC READY COLOR TELEVISION STAND Excellent for VCR and videotape storage.

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

36SDX88B

CLU-433FC

REMOTE CONTROL

36V PC READY COLOR

TELEVISION STAND

SP351B or SP364B

(Not included, order separately)

H530024

HL00724

SLEEP

INPUT

CLU-433FC

FAV

EXIT

VOL

HELP

POSITION

CABLE

VCR

POWER

CURSOR CONTROL

TV/VCR

REC

STOP

PAUSE

PIPC

SIZE

FAV

RECALL

C.S.

LST-CH

MUTE

I G H

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.

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.

CAUTIONS

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

BOTTOM VIEW

Lift up on tab to remove back cover.

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW

HITACHI PC READY COLOR TV

ANTENNA

Unless your PC ready 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 PC ready color TV where temperatures can become excessively hot, for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc.

VIEWING

To view the PC ready 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 PC ready 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 PC ready color TV can be located in a different section of the room.

If the PC ready 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 4 feet from the side of the PC ready 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.

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

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

4' MINIMUM

10'

15'

BEST HORIZONTAL

VIEWING ANGLE

20'

BEST

VERTICAL VIEWING

ANGLE

15'

20'

10'

HOOKUP CABLES

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 PC ready color 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.

Mouse Connector Cable (Provided)

This cable is used to connect the computer mouse port to the TV/monitor mouse output for remote control mouse operation.

D-SUB MINI 15-Pin Cable (Optional)

This cable is used to connect a computer VGA output to the D-SUB input located on the rear panel.

Monitor Audio In

PC Audio Out

PC AUDIO OUT

3.5 mm Stereo

Mini Plug

RCA Type

Plugs

Stereo Cable (3.5 mm plug to 3.5 mm plug) (Optional)

This cable is used to connect from Audio out jack on the back of the computer s sound card to the PC Audio input Jack of the monitor.

1. VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV 3. When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected

When using a 75-Ohm coax

ial cable system, Attach an optional ANTENNA MIXER to the TV disconnect the VHF adaptor from the VHF 75-Ohm antenna terminal and connect the cables to the receptacle and connect the outdoor antenna or ANTENNA MIXER. CATV cable to a VHF 75-Ohm receptacle.

2. VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna Notes:

When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from an outdoor 1. If an outdoor antenna/CATV is used, disconnect antenna disconnect the (VHF or UHF) indoor the indoor antenna. Ghosting and poor reception antenna leads from screws of the (VHF or UHF) may result if both the indoor and outdoor antennas/ adaptor and connect outdoor (VHF or UHF) CATV are connected at the same time. leads to these screws of a (VHF or UHF) adaptor.

2. Consult your dealer or service store for the ANTENNA MIXER and (VHF or UHF) adaptor.

3. The special converter (decoder) will be supplied by

the cable company.

To outdoor antenna or CATV cable

VHF/UHF

75 Ohm Coaxial Cable

(disconnect) VHF Adaptor

ANTENNA MIXER

VHF/UHF

To UHF Antenna

To outdoor VHF Antenna

(Rear of TV set)

To outdoor VHF or UHF Antenna

(connect) VHF Adaptor

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.

HOOKUP CABLES AND CONNECTORS

NOTE: Optional adapter for *Apple®Macintosh®computers. (*See page xx). If the optional AESP model G301/U Macintosh

to VGA®adapter connector is configured and connected between Macintosh video out and the 36SDX88B video in, the Macintosh is forced to boot in 640 x 480/60 Hz or 800 x 600/60 Hz mode (set mode) because the operational adapter correctly manipulates the Macintosh sense pins.

For the optional adapter to work, it s DIP switch settings should be # 2, 3, 6, 7 = ON and # 1, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10 = OFF.

See below: Example - See Switch Instructions for details.

Mode 5 = 2367 (SVGA 800 x 600/60 Hz configuration)

(VGA 640 x480/60 Hz configuration)

Composite Separate Sync

DIP

34567

8910

458910

367

OFF

SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6 SW7 SW8 SW9 SW10

ON ON ON ON

OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF

3. When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected

Attach an optional ANTENNA MIXER to the PC ready

color TV antenna terminal and connect the cables to

the ANTENNA MIXER.

(Rear of PC ready color TV set)

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

FRONT VIEW

A detailed explanation of the circled numbers is on page 12. See page 23 for MENU, CURSOR, and EXIT button operations.

D I G I T I T A L

MENU EXIT

INPUT

VOL

POWER

Input Button

Volume Buttons

Channel Buttons

Power Button

CURSOR

EXIT









OPEN DOOR

PiPC SVGA

S-VIDEO

VIDEO L/MONO R

AUDIO

INPUT 3

 Input 3

 S-Video



Infrared Sensor

PiPC SVGA

Menu Exit

Input

Vol-+CH

Power

OPEN DOOR

 PC RGB Input 2

PC RGB

INPUT 2



LEDPC MOUSE

INFRARED

SENSOR

INPUT 3

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

 VOLUME Buttons

Press these buttons for your desired sound level. The volume level will be displayed on the PC ready color TV screen.

 CHANNEL Buttons

Press these buttons until the desired channel appears at the top right corner of the PC ready color TV screen.

 POWER Button

Press this button to turn the PC ready color TV on or off.

NOTE: Your HITACHI PC ready color TV will appear to be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO is selected.

If you have no input to VIDEO, press the INPUT button until the normal broadcast picture appears. If the picture does not appear, the power is OFF.

 REMOTE CONTROL INFRARED Sensor

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

NOTE: Front panel control CURSOR operation will not operate the FAMILY FAVORITES channel function.

 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 PC ready color TV screen.)

 PC RGB INPUT 2

Use this 15 pin D-Sub input for a quick hook up from your PC connection. (RGB2)

 S-VIDEO 3

Input provides S-Video (super video) jacks for a quick hook-up of equipment with S-Video output capability.

 LED (Light Emitting Diode)

Timing and Sync detector indicator.

 PC Mouse Remote Control Infrared Sensor

Point your remote control at this area when using the handset remote control as the PC mouse. PC mouse and monitor connection must be wired prior to using PC mouse remote control. (See page 63)

 INPUT Button

Press this button to select the antenna, VIDEO, or PC: RGB Input. Your selection is shown at the top right corner of the screen.

NOTE: S-Video input takes priority over Video input.

REAR PANEL JACKS

REAR VIEW

 Antenna Inputs

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

 Audio/Video Inputs 1,2

The INPUT button will step through each signal 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 channel jack.)

 S-Video 1,2

Input provides S-Video (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-Video output capability.

 Component: Y-C

BCR

/Y-PBPR Input 2 (See Tips on Rear Panel Connections on page 14)

Input 2 provides Y-CBCR/Y-PBPRjacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player.

 Monitor Out

These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording. There is NO MONITOR OUT when using COMPONENT VIDEO.

 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 PC ready color television s main volume. Use these jacks for the SURROUND Left and Right channels. (see page 16 and 20)





PC Control

Use this input for remote control mouse operation. (see page 63)

 PC Audio Input

Connect external devices for audio in PC mode. (see page 63)

 PC RGB Input 1 (RGB1)

Use this 15-pin D-Sub Input for your PC connection. (see page 60)

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT

INPUT

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO TO

HI FI

PC CONTROL

PC AUDIO

INPUT

VHF/UHF

PC RGB INPUT 1

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

R-AUDIO -

(MONO) / L

VIDEO

R-AUDIO -

(MONO) / L

VIDEO

R-AUDIO -

(MONO) / L

VIDEO

P /C

R R

P /C

B B

NOTE: The mini DIN 6 Pin Keyboard terminal underneath the PC Control at rear panel does not work on this

model.

REAR PANEL JACKS

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 PC ready color TV.

Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hookup 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 15.) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections.

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

Connect only 1 component to each input jack.

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

COMPONENT: Y-CBCR/Y-PBPRconnections 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-CBCR/Y-PBPRinput jacks, connect your components audio output to the PC ready color 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 PC ready color TV s CBinput and the components R-Y output to the PC ready color TV s CRinput.

It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-CBCR/Y-PBP

inputs. (See page 48 and 49).

To ensure no copyright infringement, there is NO MONITOR OUT output when using the Y-CBCR/Y-PBPRjacks.

IMPORTANT: TURN OFF THE TV/PC MONITOR AND THE PC BEFORE CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING ANY CABLES.

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

NOTE: Connect only 1 component to each input jack.

Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable

Optional, see tips on page 14

2-Way signal splitter

R - AUDIO -

P /C

R R

R - AUDIO -

(MONO) / L

P /C

B B

(MONO) / L

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

MONITOR

OUT

VHF/UHF

AUDIO TO

INPUT 2 L and R

HI FI

PC CONTROL

INPUT

V L R

PC RGB INPUT 1

PC AUDIO

INPUT

Optional, see tips on page 14

ANT

S-VIDEO

V L R

S-VIDEO

V L R

VCR #1

Laserdisc player, VCR, camcorder, etc.

(OR)

Y C C

B R

DVD Player, Laserdisc player, etc.

Y P P

B R

L R

OUTPUT

L R

OUTPUT

HDTV SET-TOP BOX

VCR #2

Optional, see tips on page 14

INPUT

Stereo System 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 PC ready color TV set.

(REAR OF PC READY COLOR TV SET)

CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER

AUDIO

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, and laserdisc player 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 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 (Example)

12 VIDEO VIDEO

(S:IN)

(Antenna) (Input) (Input) (Input)

NOTE: When the PC ready color TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from VIDEO INPUT

JACK on the jack panel of the PC ready color TV (i.e., VCR/laserdisc player, etc. is not connected or the video device is OFF), the screen will be gray-blue.

CONNECTING MONAURAL AUDIO VCR OR VIDEO DISC PLAYER

1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack on the PC ready color 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.

VCR

Audio Out

Video Out

INPUT

R - AUDIO - (MONO) / L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

TV Terminal Input

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING 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 on the PC ready color TV.

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.

NOTE: Completely insert the cable connection when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture that is played back will be

abnormal if the cable connection is loose.

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

VCR

R L/(mono) Video

PC ready color TV Terminal Input

R L V

S-VIDEO

PC ready color TV Terminal Input

Hitachi Model VT-S751A

Or Similar Model

Back of VCR

INPUT

R - AUDIO - (MONO) / L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT

R - AUDIO - (MONO) / L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER OR DVD PLAYER TO INPUT 2.

1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 (Y) jack as shown on the PC color ready TV set below.

2. Connect the cable from the PB/CBOUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player or SET-TOP BOX to the INPUT 2

(PB/CB) jack, as shown on the PC ready color TV set below.

3. Connect the cable from the PR/CROUT or R-Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player or SET-TOP BOX to the INPUT 2

(PR/CR) jack, as shown on the PC ready color TV set below.

4. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc or DVD player or SET-TOP BOX to the INPUT 2 (AUDIO/R) jack.

5. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc or DVD player or SET-TOP BOX to the INPUT 2 (AUDIO/L) jack.

6. Press the INPUT button until VIDEO:2 appears, to view the program from the Laserdisc or DVD player or SET-TOP BOX. The mode VIDEO:2 disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

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

NOTE: Completely insert the cable connection when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture that is played back will be

abnormal if the connection is loose.

See Page 14 for TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO

INPUT

R - AUDIO - (MONO) / L VIDEO

P /C

R R

P /C

B B

R B

C C Y

OUTPUT

L R

R B

BACK OF DVD PLAYER

HDTV SET-TOP BOX

OUTPUT

L R

P P Y

(OR)

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 54 to 56 for SRS and BBE functions.)

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

 

L R

STEREO SYSTEM AMPLIFIER

L R

OUT

Menu Exit

Input

Vol-+CH

Power

PiPC SVGA

REQUIRED

CONNECTION

FEATURE

OPTIONAL

CONNECTION

EFFECT

(TV MODE)

Receive mono and stereo sound.

OFF





REQUIRED

CONNECTION

FEATURE

OPTIONAL

CONNECTION

EFFECT

(TV/VIDEO/PC MODE)

Sound is natural and crisp from just two speakers.







REQUIRED

CONNECTION

FEATURE

OPTIONAL

CONNECTION

EFFECT

(VIDEO/PC MODE)

OFF

At stereo input. Exciting and realistic 3D sound experience.

Receive mono and stereo sound.

3D - STEREO





At mono input. Sound will be louder.

3D - MONO





NOTE: SRS and BBE works

and can be turned on at the same time.

TV MODE

VIDEO/PC MODE

TV/VIDEO/PC MODE

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





Receive mono and stereo sound.

OFF





(

)



(

)

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV

Adetailed explanation of the circled numbers follows on page 22 to 24.

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV

 TV POWER Button

Press this button to turn the PC ready color TV set on or off.



TV/CABLE /VCR Button

Press these buttons to control your PC ready color TV, cable/satellite or VCR. See remote control programming

section for detailed explanation.

 HELP Button

Press to display On-Screen Display help messages. (TV Mode Only)

 PiPC Button

Press this button to go to PinPC PC mode. (PC Mode only)

 LAST CHANNEL (LST-CH) Button

Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. (Good for watching two sporting events, etc.)

, CHANNEL SELECTOR Buttons

Enter two or three numbers to select channels. Enter 0 first for channels 1 to 9. For channels 100 and above, press the 1 button and wait for two seconds before pressing the last two digits of the channel.

Channel selection may also be performed by pressing CH up

() or down ().

You may also use these buttons for channel scanning. Press and hold the CH up

() or down () buttons

and the PC ready color TV will start quickly scanning through the channels. Release the CH up

() or down

()

buttons when the PC ready color TV scans to the channel you wish to watch and the PC ready color TV

will tune to that channel.

, VOLUME, MUTE Buttons

Press the VOLUME up

() or down () button until you obtain the desired sound level.

To turn the sound off instantly to answer the telephone, etc., press the MUTE button. Press the MUTE button again or press the VOLUME up

() button to restore the sound.

 COMMERCIAL SKIP (CS) Button

Press to activate 90-second commercial skip timer. You may change channel(s) and after the 90 seconds has lapsed, the PC ready color TV will automatically tune back to your original channel.

NOTE: CS will be cancelled if you use the LST-CH or use Setup and Custom menus.

LST-CH

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV

 MENU, EXIT and CURSOR Buttons

All On-Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using these buttons.

The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display.

The EXIT button will quit the On-Screen Display.

The CURSOR button will highlight functions or adjust and set different features. Pressing the cursor buttons will also give you

access to the FAMILY FAVORITES CHANNELS On-Screen Display.

 RECALL Button

Press this button to display audio selected, current channel, antenna source, audio broadcast, time, time out and sleep timer.

When a Video Input is connected to Video: 1.

When an S-Video Input is connected to Video: 3.

NOTE: You can also use the RECALL button to quickly clear many of the other On-Screen Displays.

PC:RGB1

VIDEO

S-IN:3

Y-CBC

When a PC Input is connected to PC:RGB 1.

When a COMPONENT: Y-CBCRInput is

connected to Video: 2.

Audio Selected Channel and

Antenna Source

Channel ID/Video ID

Audio Broadcast

Time

Special Icon for special event reminder

Sleep Timer

Off Timer

SKIP

OFF 10:O5 AM

TIME OUT 10:05 AM

SLEEP 0:01

STEREO 110 ST/SA ABCD 10:00 AM

PiPC SVGA

Menu Exit

Input

Vol-+CH

Power

Commercial Skip

Time Out

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV



INPUT Button

The INPUT button will select between the antenna signal, the video input jacks and PC input, each time the button is pressed.

 SLEEP Button

Press this button to display the SLEEP TIMER in the lower left corner of the screen. Every subsequent press of this button will add 15 minutes to the timer, up to a maximum of three hours. Once set, use RECALL when you want to view time remaining. If the SLEEP button is pressed while the timer is set, it will reset to the original condition.

 LIGHT Button

When you are in a dark room, press the light button  on the side of the remote to light up the buttons shown in . 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 to bright.

10 RUV

VIDEO:1

INPUT INPUT

INPUT

PC: RGB1

S IN:3

Y-C C

B R

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