Hitachi 42V515 User Manual

LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION

Operating Guide for 42V515

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................ 2-3

FIRST TIME USE .................................................................................................................. 4-19

THE REMOTE CONTROL .................................................................................................. 20-37

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY........................................................................................................ 38-65

LAMP REPLACEMENT ...................................................................................................... 66-69

CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TV & REMOTE CONTROL .......................................................... 70

RECEPTION PROBLEMS ........................................................................................................ 71

USEFUL INFORMATION / INDEX ...................................................................................... 72-76

As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR®guidelines for energy efficiency.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI LCD REAR PROJECTION 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 REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

• THE TELEVISION SHOULD NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THE TELEVISION.

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

• Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the television.

CAUTION:

MODIFICATIONS:

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.

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.

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.

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

paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.

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

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

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

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

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 an 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/accessories 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 apparatus 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 receiver 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 for 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 82040 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.

• This product contains lead and a lamp that contains mercury. Dispose of this product and its lamp in accordance with applicable environmental laws. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to www.lamprecycle.org. For product recycling and disposal information, contact your local government agency or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org (in the US) or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www.epsc.ca (in Canada). For more information, call “1-800-HITACHI.”

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.

• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited consumer uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

ACCESSORIES

BOTTOM VIEW

Lift up on tab to remove back cover.

(Remote Control)

GUIDE

C.C.

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

FIRST TIME USE

REMOTE CONTROL

BATTERIES

(“AA”)

1. Remote Control Unit CLU-3842WL (Part No. HL02062) or CLU-3844WL (Part No. HL02064).

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

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 for the remote control. 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.

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

HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD REAR PTV

BEST

VERTICAL VIEWING

ANGLE

10'

15'

20'

ini

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4" M

ini

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BEST HOR

ZONTAL

IEWING

ANGLE

10'

15'

20'

ANTENNA

Unless your LCD Rear PTV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor 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 TV where temperatures can become excessively hot, for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc.

When installing your LCD Rear PTV against a wall, keep it at least 10 cm (4 inches) from the wall.

VIEWING

The major benefit of the HITACHI LCD Rear PTV 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 best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the TV and about 10 to 18 feet from the screen. Picture brightness decreases as the viewer moves to the left and right of the receiver.

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 TV 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 picture screen 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.

FIRST TIME USE

IMPORTANT NOTES:

1. Since LCD Rear PTV incorporates a high pressure lamp to display an image, it may take about one minute for the picture to become stable, after the power has been turned on. After extended use, the picture may darken, the color may look unusual, or the lamp “goes out,” (burns out). You may hear a “pop” sound when the lamp “goes out.” These are common characteristics of the lamp, and should not be considered defective.

2. LCD Rear PTV incorporates an advanced cooling fan system to prevent from overheating. If you hear the cooling fan, it should not be considered defective.

3. If you hear a “cracking” sound from the TV cabinet, it is due to the TV’s cabinet expanding and contracting due to room temperature changes. It has no effect on the TV’s functions.

4. The LCD Rear PTV cabinet is constructed with all plastic. Make sure to place it on a flat surface. An uneven surface might warp the cabinet and reduce the picture quality.

HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS

To outdoor antenna or CATV cable

To antenna

To outdoor VHF or UHF antenna

From UHF antenna

ANT A / ANT B

From outdoor antenna or CATV System

Antenna Mixer

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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).

FIRST TIME USE

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.

D-SUB MINI 9-Pin Cable

This cable is used to connect to the RS232C input located on the rear panel so you can control some of your TV functions from an external home control system.

“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 laser- disc players with an S-Video feature in place of the standard video cable to produce a high quality picture.

HDMI Cable

This cable is used to connect your external devices such as SetTop-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an HDMI output connection to the TV’s HDMI input.

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL

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

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

SIDE PANEL CONTROLS

INPUT/EXIT

VOL-

VOL+

CH-

CH+

MENU/SELECT

POWER

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

L/MONO

INPUT 5

FIRST TIME USE

a MENU/SELECT button

This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote. This button also serves as the SELECT button when in MENU mode.

b INPUT/EXIT button

Press this button to display the input menu, Ant A/B, INPUT:1,2,3,4 or 5 . This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode.

c 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 (

d VOLUME level

H) and up (G) buttons when in MENU mode.

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 (

F) and right (E) buttons when in MENU mode. When the TV power is turned OFF at a volume level 31 or greater,

the volume level will default to 30 when the TV is turned ON. However, if it is set to a level 30 or less, the volume level will be at the level it was set when the TV is turned ON.

e SIDE INPUT JACKS (INPUT 5)

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/EXIT button on the front control panel until VIDEO: 5 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack.

f IR RECEIVER sensor

The screen area acts as the IR receiver (remote sensor). When using the remote control, point it towards the screen for best response.

g POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV on or off.

SIDE PANEL CONTROLS

NO LAMP LIGHT or BROKEN LAMP

WRONG LAMP UNIT ASSEMBLY / LAMP DOOR OPEN

Too hot inside the OPTIC unit

COOLING FAN STOPPED NORMAL

OPERATION

COOL DOWN

COOL DOWN 3. 15~20 secs. Lamp is off. Power ON is available.

LIGHT ON

BLINKING

LIGHT ON

BLINKING

LIGHT ON

FAST BLINKING

SLOW BLINKING

INDICATOR INDICATION MEANING ACTION

LAMP LED

TEMP LED

POWER

Need to replace if LAMP still does not light by “Power On” again. Check assembly condition of LAMP UNIT

Call for Service

NOTES:

2. If the LAMP, TEMP, and POWER LED are blinking in the order below, the television is warming up.

3. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may appear to be OFF when it is set to input 1 ~ input 5 and the video signal is not received from the input jacks. Please make sure the Blue Power light indicator is not lit (OFF) when you are not watching for long lasting performance.

4. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television has an internal lamp that lights up the TV screen. Make sure to turn off the Power when you do not watch the LCD Rear Projection Television for longer lamp life.

POWER TEMP LAMP

1. ~5 secs. Lamp is still on. Power ON is available.

2. 5~15 secs. Lamp is off. Power ON is not available.

h POWER light

This light is on during normal operation. Light Blinking Slowly (2 seconds): television lamp is cooling down. It takes 12-15 seconds to warm up and about 2 minutes to cool down.

FIRST TIME USE

i TEMP indicator

This light is off during normal operation. If this indicator is lit, the optic unit is too hot. If this indicator is blinking, the cooling fan has stopped. Please call service.

j LAMP indicator - NORMAL OPERATION INDICATOR IS OFF

If light is lit, the lamp has failed. See page 69-72 for lamp replacement procedure. Consult your Hitachi dealer for proper part. If light is blinking, lamp cover is not assembled securely after replacement.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

A small number of missing, discolored, or lit all the time dots or pixels is characteristic of TFT LCD technology due to the manufacturing process irrespective of manufacturer.

SIDE PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

L/MONO

INPUT 5

PHOTO

INPUT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

L/MONO

INPUT 5

PHOTO

INPUT

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

FIRST TIME USE

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.

REAR PANEL JACKS

TO CONVERTER

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ANT B

ANT A

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

HDMI 1

RS232C

AUDIO TO HI-FI

TV AS CENTER

FIRST TIME USE

a 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.

b Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4

By using the INPUTS button and CURSOR PAD of the remote control you can select each video source. 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.)

NOTE: You may use VIDEO or S-VIDEO inputs to connect to INPUT 3 and 4, but only one of these inputs may be used at a

time.

c MONITOR OUT

These jacks provide fixed or variable audio and video signals which are used for recording. Use the S-VIDEO Output for high quality video output (see page 65).

d S-VIDEO Inputs 3 and 4

Inputs 3 and 4 provide S-VIDEO (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-VIDEO output capability.

e Component: Y-P

Inputs 1 and 2 provide Y-PBPRjacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. You may use composite video signal for both inputs.

NOTES: 1. Do not connect composite VIDEO and S-VIDEO to Input 3, 4 or 5 at the same time. S-VIDEO has priority

over VIDEO input.

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 PBinput and

the components R-Y output to the TV’s PRinput.

3. Your component outputs 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.

4. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs (see page 42).

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

6. Input 1 and Input 2 (Y/VIDEO) can be used for composite video and component video input.

BPR

Inputs

REAR PANEL JACKS

f HDMI1 (High Definition Multimedia Interface) (INPUT 1)

About HDMI HDMI is the next-generation all digital interface for consumer electronics. HDMI enables the secure distribution of uncompressed high-definition video and multi-channel audio in a single cable. Because digital television (DTV) signals remain in digital format, HDMI assures that pristine high-definition images retain the highest video quality from the source all the way to your television screen.

Use the HDMI input for your external devices such as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an HDMI output connection.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

NOTES: 1. The HDMI input is not intended for use with personal computers.

2. Only DTV formats such as 1080i, 720p, 480i and 480p are available for HDMI input.

g RS232C Input

For use with third party home Audio/Video control systems which are commercially available. Please see your dealer regarding these “non Hitachi” home control systems (see page 65 to activate this input).

h TV AS CENTER (INPUTS 1-4)

These jacks are for stereo amplifiers with center signal output capability. This feature allows the TV speakers to be used as a center speaker. The TV must be set as a center channel by selecting “TV as Center” on the Internal Speakers Settings of the Audio Menu (see page 46).

FIRST TIME USE

TO CONVERTER

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ANT B

ANT A

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

HDMI 1

RS232C

AUDIO TO HI-FI

TV AS CENTER

VCR #2

Outside antenna or digital cable

Laserdisc player, VCR, camcorder, etc.

VCR #1

DVD Player

OUTPUT

B/CBPR/CR

L R

External Digital

Component with

HDMI output

capability

INPUT

S-VIDEO

VLR

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

VLR

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

VLR

HDMI

OUT

FIRST TIME USE

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP

NOTES: 1.

Connect only 1 component to each input jack.

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

3. Inputs 1 and 2 can accomodate Composite and Component video signals.

4. Cables are not included with the purchase of this TV, except when noted as “provided”.

TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

• S-VIDEO, HDMI and component 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.

• 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: 3 in the example on page 12). Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections.

• You may use VIDEO or S-VIDEO inputs to connect to Input 3, Input 4 or Input 5, 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 (Input 1 & 2) connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players and settop-boxes. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. Input 1 and 2 accepts both composite and component video signals.

• 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 PBinput 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.

• You may use composite video signal for Input 1~Input 5.

FIRST TIME USE

• It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPRinputs. (See page 42)

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

• When using HDMI or DVI input from a Set-Top-Box, it is recommended to use a 1080i or 720p input signal.

Y-PBP

jacks.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES

CENTER

OUT

Stereo System Amplifier

or DVD Player

TO CONVERTER

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ANT B

ANT A

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

HDMI 1

RS232C

AUDIO TO HI-FI

TV AS CENTER

Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement.

1 The television’s internal speakers will act as center speaker (select Audio-Internal Speakers-TV as Center see page 49). 2 These FRONT left and right speakers are connected to the FRONT output of a separate audio amplifier. 3 These REAR left and right speakers are connected to the REAR output of a separate audio amplifier. 4 This subwoofer is connected to the LFE/Sub Out output of a separate audio amplifier.

REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION

FIRST TIME USE

NOTE: 1. See page 46 for AUDIO-Internal Speakers.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES

OUTPUT

Audio Video

VCR

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RS232C

TO CONVERTER

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

HDMI 1

AUDIO TO HI-FI

TV AS CENTER

ANT A

ANT B

Input 2

Input 1

Ant A

Ant B

Input 5

INPUTS

Move

SEL

Sel

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

Connect an external source to the INPUT terminal, then press the INPUTS button to show the INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR PAD to select the Antenna and Input of your choice. Then press the SELECT button to confirm your choice (see page 24).

FIRST TIME USE

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.

CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT1~INPUT5

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 INPUTS button, then select INPUT 1 from the INPUTS menu to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player. The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds.

4. Select Antenna from the INPUTS menu to return to the previous channel.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES

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RS232C

TO CONVERTER

ANT A

ANT B

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

HDMI 1

VCR

OUTPUT

RL V

AUDIO TO HI-FI

TV AS CENTER

CONNECTING A STEREO SOURCE TO INPUT1~INPUT5

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 INPUTS button, then select INPUT 3 from the INPUTS menu to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds.

5. Select Antenna from the INPUTS menu to return to the previous channel.

FIRST TIME USE

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 (see page 12), but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES

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TO CONVERTER

ANT A

ANT B

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO) (MONO) (MONO) (MONO)

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

HDMI 1

VCR

R L V

S-VIDEO

AUDIO TO HI-FI

TV AS CENTER

CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO SOURCE TO INPUT 3, 4 AND 5

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.

5. Select Antenna from the INPUTS menu to return to the previous channel.

FIRST TIME USE

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.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES

TO CONVERTER

ANT A

ANT B

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RS232C

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RS232C

DVD Player or HDTV STB

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL OUTPUT

TO CONVERTER

ANT A

ANT B

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

HDMI 1

HDMI Output

DVD Player or HDTV STB

HDMI Cable

AUDIO TO HI-FI

TV AS CENTER

HDMI-HDMI

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

HDMI 1

DVI to HDMI

Cable

AUDIO TO HI-FI

TV AS CENTER

DVI-HDMI

CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH HDMI or DVI CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1

1. Connect the HDMI or DVI to HDMI connection cable from the output of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the HDMI input as shown on the TV set below. When using a component with DVI output, you also have to connect the AUDIO OUT (R/L) of the component to the AUDIO IN (R/L) of INPUT 1.

2. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 1 from the INPUTS menu to view the program from the HDTV set top box or DVD player. The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds.

3. Select Antenna from the INPUTS menu to return to the previous channel.

FIRST TIME USE

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. The HDMI input on INPUT 1 contains the copy protection system called High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). HDCP is a cryptographic system that encrypts video signals when using HDMI connections to prevent illegal copying of video contents.

3. HDMI is not a “NETWORK” technology. It establishes a one-way point-to-point connection for delivery of uncompressed video to a display.

4. The connected digital output device controls the HDMI interface so proper set-up of device user settings determines final video appearance.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES

DVD Player

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RS232C

TO CONVERTER

ANT A

ANT B

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

(MONO)

(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

HDMI 1

OUTPUT

R L

AUDIO TO HI-FI

TV AS CENTER

CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE TO INPUT 1 OR 2: 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 the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 2 from the INPUTS menu to view the program from the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box. The VIDEO OSD label disappears automatically after approximately four seconds.

7. Select Antenna from the INPUTS menu to return to the previous channel.

FIRST TIME USE

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. See page 13 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

THE REMOTE CONTROL

GUIDE

C.C.

In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver, 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 screen of the TV and select the TV by pressing the

F or E button of the Source

Access on the remote.

To operate your VCR, point the remote at the remote sensor of the VCR and select PVR by pressing the

F or E button of the

Source Access on the remote (see page 33 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 select the CABLE (CBL) by pressing the F or E button of the Source Access on the remote (see page 30 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your cable box).

To operate your set-top-box or satellite receiver point the remote at the remote sensor of the set-top-box and select the SETTOP-BOX (STB) by pressing the

F or E button of the Source Access on the remote. If you have a satellite receiver, use this

button to program your satellite receiver (see page 31 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your set-top-box).

To operate your DVD player, point the remote at the remote sensor of the DVD player and select DVD by pressing the F or E button of the Source Access on the remote (see page 32 for instruction on how to program the remote to control your DVD player).

To operate your PVR (Personal Video Recorder), point the remote at the remote sensor of the PVR and select PVR by pressing

F or E button of the Source Access on the remote (see page 33 for instruction on how to program the remote to control your

the PVR).

To operate additional audio equipment, point the remote at the remote sensor of the component you wish to control and select AMP by pressing the F or E button of the Source Access on the remote (see page 34 for instructions on how to program the remote to control additional Audio/Video equipment).

THE REMOTE CONTROL

NOTE: When you are in a dark room, press any button on the remote to light up the buttons.

The illumination will light for a few seconds during this time. The current mode indicator will flash one time. These buttons will not appear to light if the room is too bright.

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO

GUIDE

f g

k l

C.C.

Freeze

CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV

THE REMOTE CONTROL

a POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 20 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.)

b MODE Indicator

Turns on or blinks to show remote control mode.

c SOURCE ACCESS (F , E) buttons

Press these buttons to select remote control mode.

d SOURCE ACCESS (ENT) button

Hold down this button while entering your device code to program the remote (see pages 30-37). You can also use this button in an optional Input access feature (see page 34).

e PAUSE button

Press the PAUSE button to freeze the picture. Press the EXIT button to return the picture to motion. Press the PAUSE button repeatedly to cycle through the three different freeze modes (see page 29).

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO

4:3

INPUT

4:3 EXPANDED

4:3 ZOOM1

4:3 ZOOM2

16:9 STANDARD

4:3 STANDARD

INPUT

4:3 EXPANDED

4:3 ZOOM1

4:3 ZOOM2

16:9 STANDARD

4:3 STANDARD

INPUT

16:9

16:9 STANDARD 16:9 ZOOM

16:9 ZOOM

16:9

4:3 EXPANDED

CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV

fASPECT button

Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio.

Depending on the input signal format received, the picture format ratio allows you to adjust the images through the following options.

4:3 STANDARD Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images. Side panels (gray areas) are placed to the

left and right of the image to preserve the original aspect ratio of the source. Note: Use this mode for only 15% of your total viewing time to prevent uneven aging of the phosphors. Phosphors in the lighted area of the picture will age more rapidly than the gray areas.

4:3 EXPANDED Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) sources by linearly increasing image expansion from

the center towards the edges of the display area in order to fill it.

4:3 Zoom1/Zoom2 Use these aspect modes to zoom in on conventional (4:3) sources.

16:9 STANDARD Use this aspect mode to display 16:9 sources like HDTV and DVD’s preserving the original 16:9 aspect

ratio.

16:9 Zoom Use this aspect to Zoom-in once while in 16:9 aspect.

(1) NTSC/480i/480P Input

(2) 480i/480P Input

THE REMOTE CONTROL

(3) HDMI/720P/1080i Input

NOTES: 1. The Aspect Style setting you select for an ANT input will automatically be set for the other ANT inputs. However, all

five video inputs have independent Aspect Style settings.

2. Vertical position adjustments are directly available when you choose 4:3 EXPANDED/ZOOM1/ZOOM2 or 16:9 ZOOM aspect style (see also page 47).

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV

g DAY/NIGHT button

Press this button to toggle between Day and Night picture mode settings. Select Day for day time viewing with more brightness and contrast to compete with room light. Select Night for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more detailed picture (see page 41 for settings changes).

NOTE: For automatic DAY/NIGHT picture mode settings, see page 58.

h PICTURE-IN-PICTURE button

See separate section on pages 27-29 for a description.

i MENU button

The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display.

j GUIDE button [Cable Box (CBL), Satellite Receiver (SAT)/Set-Top-Box (STB) mode only]

The use of this button is only applicable when the remote control is in (CBL) and (SAT/STB) mode. Press this button to access the Channel Guide of the (CBL), and (SAT/STB).

k EXIT button

This button will exit all On-Screen Displays.

l CURSOR PAD/SELECT button

All the On-Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using the CURSOR PAD, except for numeric entries. The CURSOR PAD will highlight functions or adjust and set different features. Press the CURSOR PAD toward desired direction and press the SELECT button to select.

m C.C. button

Press this button to turn the Closed Caption feature on, off or auto. You can also access this feature on the setup menu (see page

64).

THE REMOTE CONTROL

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO

Input 2

Input 1

Ant A

Ant B

Input 5

Move

SEL

Sel

CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV

n INPUTS button

When the remote control is in TV mode, press this button to access the INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR PAD and SELECT button to select the inputs that are being used. Pressing the INPUTS button repeatedly will also cycle through the Inputs menu items. Then press the SELECT button to select.

Ant B

Ant A

Input 1

Input 2

Input 3

Input 4

THE REMOTE CONTROL

Input 5

Select to choose Antenna B.

Select to choose Antenna A.

Select to choose Input 1 for Video 1.

Select to choose Input 2 for Video 2.

Select to choose Input 3 for Video 3.

Select to choose Input 4 for Video 4.

Select to choose Input 5 for Video 5.

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