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.
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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.
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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.
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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
1.
BATTERIES
(“AA”)
2.
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.
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD REAR PTV
BEST
VERTICAL VIEWING
ANGLE
20
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5'
10'
15'
20'
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15'
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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.
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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.
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SIDE PANEL CONTROLS
INPUT/EXIT
VOL-
VOL+
CH-
CH+
E
F
G
H
b
d
e
f
f
hi
j
MENU/SELECT
POWER
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
L/MONO
R
INPUT 5
c
g
a
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.
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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
INDICATORINDICATIONMEANINGACTION
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:
1.
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.
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SIDE PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
L/MONO
R
INPUT 5
PHOTO
INPUT
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
L/MONO
R
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.
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REAR PANEL JACKS
a
b
c
d
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TO
CONVERTER
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ANT B
ANT A
S-VIDEO
R
L
VIDEO
AUDIO
(MONO)
(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)
P
R
P
B
Y/
VIDEO
Y/
VIDEO
P
R
P
B
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
2.
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
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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
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TO
CONVERTER
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ANT B
ANT A
S-VIDEO
R
L
VIDEO
AUDIO
(MONO)
(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)
P
R
P
B
Y/
VIDEO
Y/
VIDEO
P
R
P
B
MONITOR OUTINPUT 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
YP
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”.
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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
R
jacks.
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CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES
CENTER
OUT
Stereo System Amplifier
or DVD Player
TO
CONVERTER
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ANT B
ANT A
S-VIDEO
R
L
VIDEO
AUDIO
(MONO)
(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)
P
R
P
B
Y/
VIDEO
Y/
VIDEO
P
R
P
B
MONITOR OUTINPUT 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.
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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES
OUTPUT
Audio Video
VCR
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RS232C
TO
CONVERTER
S-VIDEO
R
L
VIDEO
AUDIO
(MONO)
(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)
P
R
P
B
Y/
VIDEO
Y/
VIDEO
P
R
P
B
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.
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ANT A
ANT B
S-VIDEO
R
L
VIDEO
AUDIO
(MONO)
(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)
P
R
P
B
Y/
VIDEO
Y/
VIDEO
P
R
P
B
MONITOR OUTINPUT 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.
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ANT A
ANT B
S-VIDEO
R
L
VIDEO
AUDIO
(MONO) (MONO) (MONO) (MONO)
P
R
P
B
Y/
VIDEO
Y/
VIDEO
P
R
P
B
MONITOR OUTINPUT 4 INPUT 3
INPUT 2 INPUT 1
HDMI 1
VCR
R LV
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.
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.
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TO
CONVERTER
ANT A
ANT B
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RL
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL OUTPUT
TO
CONVERTER
ANT A
ANT B
S-VIDEO
R
L
VIDEO
AUDIO
(MONO)
(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)
P
R
P
B
Y/
VIDEO
Y/
VIDEO
P
R
P
B
MONITOR OUTINPUT 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
R
L
VIDEO
AUDIO
(MONO)
(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)
P
R
P
B
Y/
VIDEO
Y/
VIDEO
P
R
P
B
MONITOR OUTINPUT 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.
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DVD Player
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ANT A
ANT B
S-VIDEO
R
L
VIDEO
AUDIO
(MONO)
(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)
P
R
P
B
Y/
VIDEO
Y/
VIDEO
P
R
P
B
MONITOR OUTINPUT 4 INPUT 3
INPUT 2 INPUT 1
HDMI 1
OUTPUT
P
R
P
B
Y
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.
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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.
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GUIDE
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b
c
d
f
g
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Freeze
Freeze
Freeze
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).
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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 STANDARD16:9 ZOOM
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 STANDARDUse 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 EXPANDEDUse 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/Zoom2Use these aspect modes to zoom in on conventional (4:3) sources.
16:9 STANDARDUse this aspect mode to display 16:9 sources like HDTV and DVD’s preserving the original 16:9 aspect
ratio.
16:9 ZoomUse 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).
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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.
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
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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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Main Picture Source
Time
Aspect
Mode
Day/Night
Mode
Closed
Captioning
Event Timer
3:32 PM
Ant A 22
ST Stereo
R
DayOff4:3 Expanded
--:-- AM --:-- PM
View
CC
Audio Broadcast
Broadcast Rating
INFO
INFO
INFO
CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV
o INFO button
Press this button when you want to check the channel being received, the picture source, if the channel has stereo (ST) or second
audio program (SAP), the time, CHANNEL ID and if the TIMER is set.
THE REMOTE CONTROL
3:32 PM
S-IN: 3
VID 3
3:32 PM
YPBPR: 1
VID 1
When a S-VIDEO
Input is connected to
VIDEO: 3.
When a
COMPONENT
VIDEO: Y-PBPRInput
is connected to
VIDEO: 1.
NOTES:1.When the Sleep Timer is set, the Sleep Timer info will show momentarily after releasing INFO button.
2.Press the INFO button again or the EXIT button to return to normal viewing.
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p VOLUME (VOL) WHEEL, MUTE button
Use the VOL WHEEL (G or H) until you obtain the desired sound level.
To reduce the sound to one half of normal volume (SOFT MUTE) to answer the telephone, etc., press the VOL wheel down. Press
the VOL wheel again to turn the sound off completely (MUTE). To restore the sound, press the VOL wheel one more time, or VOL
Up (
G).
Volume 8
Closed Captioning will display automatically when MUTE/SOFT MUTE is on and Closed Caption is set to AUTO (see page 64).
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.
Soft Mute 8
Mute 8
q CHANNEL (CH) WHEEL/CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons
The CHANNEL wheel or the CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons are used to select channels, lock access code, etc. Use the CHANNEL WHEEL (
to select channels. Enter “0” first for channels 1 to 9, or simply press the single digit channel you wish to tune then wait a few seconds for the TV to tune. Channel selection may also be performed by CHANNEL WHEEL up (
Press the channel (CH) wheel to switch to Favorite (FAV) channel mode. You will know you are in Favorite Channel mode when
(FAV) is displayed and the displayed channel is GREEN. Press it again to return to your regular tuned channels. You can add any
channel to your Favorite channel list by pressing and holding down the Channel (CH) wheel until the displayed channel turns from
WHITE to highlighted GREEN. You can also delete a channel from your favorite channel list by pressing and holding down the
Channel (CH) wheel until the displayed channel turns highlighted GREEN to WHITE.
G or H) to select the desired channel. Use the CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons to enter one, two, or three numbers
G) or CHANNEL WHEEL down (H).
Ant A 22FAV Ant A 22
THE REMOTE CONTROL
Ant A 22
r (-) DASH button
The DASH (-) button can only be used when the remote control is in Set-Top-Box (STB) mode.
s LAST CHANNEL (LC) button
Press this button to toggle between the current and last channel viewed.
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PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)
GUIDE
a
C.C.
b
OUTPUT
Audio Video
VCR
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AUDIO
(MONO)
(MONO) (MONO) (MONO)
P
R
P
B
Y/
VIDEO
Y/
VIDEO
P
R
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B
MONITOR OUT INPUT 4 INPUT 3
INPUT 2 INPUT 1
HDMI 1
AUDIO
TO HI-FI
TV AS CENTER
ANT A
ANT B
Your HITACHI LCD Rear PTV incorporates Two Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Two Tuner feature
allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each.
ANT A input can be viewed as both the main picture and the sub-picture simultaneously. ANT B can only be viewed as a main picture.
To select between main picture and PIP sub-picture tuning, use the CURSOR PAD on the remote. The green highlighted channel display
will move with every press of the CURSOR PAD (
The Picture-in-Picture feature is convenient when you want to watch more than one program at the same time. You can watch a TV
program while viewing other programs from any of the video inputs.
F, E).
THE REMOTE CONTROL
a PIP button
NOTES: 1. PIP MODE Picture-in-Picture is only available with a 1080i component or digital signal 4x3 Format.
Use above connection to view VCR program as a sub-picture while viewing another program as main picture (ANT A, ANT B,
INPUT:2, INPUT:3, INPUT:4, or INPUT:5). You may also view the VCR program as a main picture while viewing another program
as a sub-picture (ANT A, INPUT:2, INPUT:3, INPUT:4 or INPUT:5).
Press the PIP button and a sub-picture will appear in one of the four different modes (POP, PIP, SPLIT or SURF), depending on the
INPUT signal. To change the PIP mode, use the PIP button to cycle through the four different modes. Press the EXIT button to
return to normal viewing from any PIP mode.
POP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE
POP Mode PIP displays the sub-picture outside of the main picture. Use the CURSOR PAD (G, H) to move the sub-picture. This
feature is not available with a 1080i component input or Digital signal 16x9 Format. Please refer to the PICTURE-IN-PICTURE
MODES Table (see page 28).
Main Picture
Sub Picture
2. Press the CURSOR PAD (
F, E) to enable the sub-picture sound.
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PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) MODES
NTSCYesYe s--Yes
480iYesYe s--Ye s
1080iYe sYes---
1080iYe sYes--Ye s
NTSCYesYe sYe sYesYe s
480iYesYe sYe sYesYe s
480pYe sYesYesYe sYes
720pYe sYesYesYe sYes
1080iYe sYesYesYe sYes
-Ant A/B----
NTSC 480i480p720p 1080iPIP Mode
POP
PIP 4x3
PIP 16x9
SPLIT
12 Pix
Main
Sub
PIP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE
This feature is only available with a 1080i component input or Digital signal 16x9 Format. To prevent a pattern burn, occasional-
ly move the sub-picture using the CURSOR PAD.
Main Picture
Sub Picture
SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE
Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub-picture evenly on the screen.
Main Picture
SURF MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE
Surf Mode PIP automatically scans all active channels (those set in memory) and displays them as PIP sub-pictures or
Thumbnail channels. Press the SELECT button to stop on a chosen channel. Use the remote CURSOR PADS (
to navigate the Thumbnail. Press the EXIT button to enable your chosen channel and return to normal viewing.
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THE REMOTE CONTROL
NOTE:Press the SELECT button to stop the Surf mode or channel scan. Press the SELECT button again to resume Surf
mode or channel scan.
9
Sub Picture
F, E, G, H)
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PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)
FREEZE
FREEZE
Freeze
Freeze
Freeze
Freeze
Freeze
b PAUSE button
If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the PAUSE button. This is convenient when trying to write down the address for a
mail order company, recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. To return the picture to motion, press the EXIT button. Press
the PAUSE button repeatedly to toggle between FREEZE modes (Main Freeze, SPLIT and STROBE).
MAIN FREEZE
Press the PAUSE button to freeze one frame of the picture you are currently viewing and the frozen frame will show in the Main
Picture. Press the EXIT button to return to normal viewing. This feature is useful for freezing a picture frame with addresses.
Hot Springs Clay Mask
C/O John Doe
Run-Spa Retreat
P.O. Box 55512
Any Town, USA 98765
Check or
Money Order Only
1-800-555-1212
THE REMOTE CONTROL
SPLIT FREEZE
Press the PAUSE button to freeze the picture you are currently viewing (only the right sub-picture will freeze). Press the EXIT button
to return to normal viewing.
Main Picture
STROBE FREEZE
Press the PAUSE button to freeze three frames of the picture you are currently viewing (only the 3 sub-pictures will freeze). Press
the EXIT button to return to normal viewing. This feature is useful for viewing a moving picture that has many details, for example,
a close play in a sporting event or a golf swing.
NOTES: 1. The default FREEZE mode is the MAIN freeze followed by the SPLIT freeze and then the STROBE freeze. The last
Freeze mode you selected before you pressed the EXIT button will be the one that comes up after pressing the
PAUSE button again.
2. Each freeze frame is delayed about 0.1 (1/10) second.
3. Strobe Freeze is not available in 480p/720p/1080i inputs.
Sub Picture
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USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS
GUIDE
a
b
a
b
b
a
C.C.
a
Operating the precoded function for your cable box.
This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of
your cable box (refer to pages 36-37 for pre-codes).
1. Turn ON your cable box.
2. Aim the remote control at the front of your cable box.
3. To switch to Cable (CBL) pre-coded mode, use the SOURCE ACCESS buttons (F , E) on the remote control to position the LED
light to the corresponding selection.
4. Hold down the ENT button on the remote and enter the four digit preset code that matches your cable box as shown on pages 36-
37. Release the ENT button. The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted.
5. Aim the remote at the cable box and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your cable box when the correct four digit
preset code is entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your cable box. If the cable box does not turn off,
try a different four digit preset code.
6. The remote will now control your Cable box.
NOTES:
1. If your cable box cannot be operated after performing the
above procedures, your cable box code has not been
precoded into the remote.
2. In the unlikely event that your cable box cannot be
operated after performing the above procedures, please
consult your cable box operating guide.
3. The remote control will remember the codes you have
programmed until the batteries are removed from the
remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the
entire programming procedure as stated above.
THE REMOTE CONTROL
a PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons
These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes.
b EXCLUSIVE TV buttons
These buttons are for operating the TV.
NOTE:Refer to instruction manual of the Cable Box for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Cable Box.
MY CABLE BOX CODE IS:
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USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL
GUIDE
a
b
a
b
b
a
C.C.
a
SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER FUNCTIONS
Operating the precoded function for your set-top-box/satellite receiver.
This remote is designed to operate different types of set-top-box/satellite systems. You must first program the remote to match the
remote system of your set-top-box/satellite systems (refer to pages 36-37 for pre-codes).
1. Turn ON your set-top-box/satellite systems.
2. Aim the remote control at the front of your set-top-box/satellite systems.
3. To switch to set-top-box/satellite (STB) pre-coded mode, use the SOURCE ACCESS buttons (F , E) on the remote control to posi-
tion the LED light to the corresponding selection.
4. Hold down the ENT button on the remote and enter the four digit preset code that matches your set-top-box/satellite receiver as
shown on page 36-37. Release the ENT button. The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted.
5. Aim the remote at the set-top-box/satellite receiver and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your set-top-box/satellite receiver when the correct four digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your settop-box/satellite receiver. If the set-top-box/satellite receiver does not turn off, try a different four digit preset code.
6. The remote will now control your set-top-box/satellite receiver.
NOTES:
1. If your set-top-box/satellite receiver cannot be operated
after performing the above procedures, your set-topbox/satellite receiver code has not been precoded into the
remote.
2. In the unlikely event that your set-top-box/satellite
receiver cannot be operated after performing the above
procedures, please consult your set-top-box/satellite
receiver operating guide.
3. The remote control will remember the codes you have
programmed until the batteries are removed from the
remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the
entire programming procedure as stated above.
THE REMOTE CONTROL
a PRE-CODED SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER
buttons
These buttons transmit the chosen pre-coded set-topbox/satellite codes.
b EXCLUSIVE TV buttons
These buttons are for operating the TV.
NOTE:Refer to instruction manual of the set-top-box/satellite receiver for operation of the buttons exclusively for the set-top-
box/satellite receiver.
MY SATELLITE RECEIVER/STB CODE IS:
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USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL DVD FUNCTIONS
GUIDE
a
b
a
b
b
C.C.
a
a
Operating the precoded function for your DVD player.
This remote is designed to operate different types of DVD players. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of
your DVD player (refer to pages 36-37 for pre-codes).
1. Turn ON your DVD player.
2. Aim the remote control at the front of your DVD player.
3. To switch to DVD pre-coded mode, use the SOURCE ACCESS buttons (F , E) on the remote control to position the LED light to
the corresponding selection.
4. Hold down the ENT button on the remote and enter the four digit preset code that matches your DVD player, as shown on pages
36-37. Release the ENT button. The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted.
5. Aim the remote at the DVD player and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your DVD player when the correct four
digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your DVD player. If the DVD player does not
turn off, try a different four digit preset code.
6. The remote will now control your DVD player.
7. You will need to set the display type of your DVD player to 16:9 widescreen.
NOTES:
1. If your DVD player cannot be operated after performing
the above procedures, your DVD player’s code has not
been precoded into the remote.
2. In the unlikely event that your DVD player cannot be
operated after performing the above procedures, please
consult your DVD player operating guide.
3. The remote control will remember the codes you have
programmed until the batteries are removed from the
remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the
THE REMOTE CONTROL
entire programming procedure as stated above.
a PRECODED DVD Buttons
These buttons transmit the chosen precoded DVD codes.
b EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons
These buttons are for operating the TV.
MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS:
NOTE:Refer to instruction manual of the DVD player for operation of the buttons exclusively for the DVD player.
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USING YOUR REMOTE
GUIDE
a
b
a
b
C.C.
a
a
a
TO CONTROL VCR/PVR FUNCTIONS
Operating the precoded function for your VCR/PVR (Personal Video Recorder).
This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs/PVRs. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of
your VCR/PVR (refer to pages 36-37 for pre-codes).
1. Turn ON your VCR/PVR.
2. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR/PVR.
3. To switch to VCR/PVR pre-coded mode, use the SOURCE ACCESS buttons (F , E) on the remote control to position the LED light
to the corresponding selection.
4. Hold down the ENT button on the remote and enter the four digit preset code that matches your VCR/PVR, as shown on pages 36-
37. Release the ENT button. The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted.
5. Aim the remote at the VCR/PVR and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your PVR when the correct four digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your VCR/PVR. If the VCR/PVR does not turn off,
try a different four digit preset code.
6. The remote will now control your VCR/PVR.
NOTES:
1. If your PVR cannot be operated after performing the
above procedures, your PVR’s code has not been
precoded into the remote.
2. In the unlikely event that your PVR cannot be operated
after performing the above procedures, please consult
your PVR operating guide.
3. The remote control will remember the codes you have
programmed until the batteries are removed from the
remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the
entire programming procedure as stated above.
4. VCR precode library is included in the PVR mode.
Default device for this mode is Hitachi VCR.
5. INFO, GUIDE and LC (Last Channel) buttons are for PVR
devices, not for VCR.
a PRECODED VCR/PVR Buttons
These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR/PVR
codes.
b EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons
These buttons are for operating the TV.
THE REMOTE CONTROL
MY VCR/PVR CODE IS:
NOTE:Refer to instruction manual of the VCR/PVR for operation of the buttons exclusively for the VCR/PVR.
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USING YOUR REMOTE
GUIDE
a
b
b
b
C.C.
a
a
a
TO CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT
Operating the precoded function for your Audio component.
This remote is designed to operate different types of Audio component. You must first program the remote to match the remote system
of your Audio component (refer to pages 36-37 for pre-codes).
1. Turn ON your Audio component you wish to control with the Remote.
2. Aim the remote control at the front of your Audio component.
3. To switch to Audio (AMP) component pre-coded mode, use the SOURCE ACCESS buttons (F , E) on the remote control to posi-
tion the LED light to the corresponding selection.
4. Hold down the ENT button on the remote and enter the four digit preset code that matches your Audio component, as shown on
pages 36-37. Release the ENT button. The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted.
5. Aim the remote at the Audio component and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your Audio component when the
correct four digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your Audio component. If the
Audio component does not turn off, try a different four digit preset code.
6. The remote will now control your Audio component.
7. Repeat steps 1 - 6 if you wish to program the remote to control another Audio component.
NOTES:
1. If your Audio component cannot be operated after
performing the above procedures, your Audio
component’s code has not been precoded into the
remote.
2. In the unlikely event that your Audio component cannot be
operated after performing the above procedures, please
consult your Audio equipment operating guide.
3. The remote control will remember the codes you have
THE REMOTE CONTROL
programmed until the batteries are removed from the
remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the
entire programming procedure as stated above.
4. CD precode library is included in the AMP mode. Default
device for this mode is Hitachi Audio/Video Receiver
(AVR/AMP).
5. INPUTS, Channel (up/down), Volume (up/down) and REC
button are not for CD devices.
a PRECODED AUDIO Buttons
These buttons transmit the chosen precoded Audio
component codes.
b EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons
These buttons are for operating the TV.
NOTES:1. The REC (Record) button only applies to some precoded amplifier/receiver codes.
2. Refer to instruction manual of the Audio equipment for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Audio equipment.
MY AUDIO EQUIPMENT CODE IS:
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CD
AMP/RCVR
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USING YOUR REMOTE “ENT” BUTTON TO
GUIDE
C.C.
1, 5, 6
1
3
2
2, 4, 7
ACCESS THE SPECIFIED INPUT OF THE TV
INPUT ACCESS
This optional feature allows the user of the remote control to setup it’s ENTER (ENT) button to access the specified input of the TV.
Setup for this feature is applicable to the remote control’s normal mode only and only applies to the DVD, CBL, STB, PVR and AMP
modes.
1. Select the desired device mode (DVD, CBL, STB, PVR, or AMP) by using your SOURCE ACCESS buttons (F, E) to position the
LED indicator to the corresponding selection.
2. Hold down the ENTER (ENT) button on the remote and enter the four digit preset code that
matches your device as shown on pages 36-37.
3. Then enter the assigned input number (1-5) that the device is related to.
4. Release ENTER (ENT) button.
5. If done correctly, the device LED indicator will flash 3 times to confirm proper setup.
6. The remote will now control the desired device.
7. Pressing the ENTER (ENT) button will now access the video input (1-5) of the desired device.
SETUP EXAMPLE (Hitachi DVD with precode 0573 connected to INPUT 1 of the TV)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Select DVD mode by using your SOURCE ACCESS buttons (F, E) to position
the LED indicator to DVD.
Hold down the ENTER (ENT) button and press the numbers 0, 5, 7 and 3.
Then press the number 1 for the assigned input number of the DVD player.
Release ENTER (ENT) button.
If done corrrectly, the device LED indicator will flash 3 times to confirm proper
setup.
The remote will now control the DVD player.
Press the ENTER (ENT) button to instantly access the video input of your DVD
on Input 1.
THE REMOTE CONTROL
NOTES:1. This feature is optional.
2. Assigned input numbers can be used more than once if applicable.
1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI LCD TV.
2. Press the CURSOR PAD to highlight a different feature.
3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu.
This part of the screen shows
which selections are available.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
This part of the screen shows
which Remote Control buttons
to use.
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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD)
Video
Audio
Aspect
Picture ModeSelect between the two picture modes; Day and Night.
ContrastAdjust contrast.
BrightnessAdjust brightness.
ColorAdjust color.
TintAdjust tint.
SharpnessAdjust sharpness.
Color TemperatureSet this to High for less intense color with more blue, set to Medium
Black EnhancementAdjust shadow detail in dark screens.
Contrast ModeChoose Automatic Contrast setttings.
Reset Video SettingsChoose the Reset Video settings.
Color ManagementAdjust and balance individual colors to make either deeper or more
Color DecodingAdjust the percentage of Red, Green and Color according to preference.
Auto Color
Noise ReductionReduces conspicuous noise in the picture.
Auto Movie ModeTurn ON/OFF the 3:2 Pulldown detection feature.
TrebleAdjust the treble.
BassAdjust the bass.
BalanceAdjust the balance.
SRSSelect SRS settings (Off, Wide, Normal)
BBESelect BBE settings (Off, Soft, Hard)
Audio SourceSelect between three Audio Sources.
Internal SpeakersSelect internal or external speakers.
Auto Noise CancelEliminates the noise between stations.
Perfect VolumeAdjust volume in fixed setting.
Loudness Adjust Loudness.
for natural color, set to Standard for standard colors or Black and
White for more reddish color.
pure according to preference.
The AUTO COLOR function automatically monitors and adjusts the
color to maintain constant color levels even after a program or channel
changes. It also maintains natural flesh tones while preserving fidelity
of background colors.
4:3 Standard
4:3 Expanded
4:3 Zoom 1Choose the picture format aspect ratio.
4:3 Zoom 2
16:9 Standard
16:9 Zoom
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD)
Channel
Manager
Locks
Setup
Timers
Ant AView/edit Channel ID, Scan, and Lock settings in antenna A.
Ant BView/edit Channel ID, Scan, and Lock settings in antenna B.
Change Access CodeChange Lock access code.
Engage LockChoose to lock channel, video input, and/or front panel.
TV Time LockSet specific time to Lock TV.
Movie RatingsBlock various types of movies and video types based on motion
picture ratings.
TV RatingsBlock various types of movies and television programming based on a
parental guide ratings.
Canadian Ratings (ENG)Block various types of movies and television programming based on
the Canadian ratings system.
Canadian Ratings (FRN)Block various types of movies and television programming based on
the Canadian French ratings system.
Set the ClockSet Clock Settings.
Set Sleep TimerSet Sleep Timer intervals (30 min. intervals, 00:30-3:00).
Set Day/Night TimerSet Day/Night picture mode settings.
Set Event TimerSet viewing reservation for TV programs.
Set Auto Power OffSet TV to turn off automatically when a video signal is not detected for 15
minutes.
Menu PreferenceChoose English, French, or Spanish text.
Screen SaverSet the Screen Saver.
Set The InputsLabel Video Inputs , VCR, DVD, etc.
Set Black Side PanelSet the gray side bars on/off when watching 4:3 signals in standard mode.
Set Closed CaptionsFeature to display dialogue/text.
Set Monitor OutSet Monitor Out source.
Set AV ControlSelect to set RS232C feature.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
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VIDEO
Color
Brightness
Contrast
Picture Mode
Video
Move
SEL
Return
Color Temperature
Sharpness
Tint
Contrast Mode
Black Enhancement
100%
50%
50%
50%
High
Locks
Chan. Manager
Aspect
Audio
Video
Move
SEL
Sel
SEL
Select
DayNight
Timers
Reset Video Settings
ANT A/B
High
Dynamic
Picture ModeDay Night
Return
Next/Prev
Setup
Video
Contrast100%90%
Brightness50%50%
Color50%30%
Tint50%50%
Sharpness50%30%
Color TemperatureHighStandard
Black EnhancementHighOff
Contrast ModeDynamicNormal
Auto ColorOffOff
Noise ReductionLowLow
Color ManagementOffOff
(Set User Colors)
Auto Movie ModeOffOff
(TV/Cinema Detection)
FunctionDayNightReset
Reset the video
menu settings on
current input to the
Day or Night
conditions depending
on the selected
VIDEO mode.
Picture Mode
Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. You can independently customize each of the
Video Inputs to your preference to increase viewing performance and pleasure depending upon the video program
being viewed. If RESET is selected, only the selected input will reset to initial conditions.
Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV’s performance.
Use CURSOR PAD F or E to highlight and select Picture Mode settings.
Press EXIT to quit menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu.
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VIDEO
Use the CURSOR PAD
Press the CURSOR PAD F or E to adjust the function. Press the SELECT button to select the function settings.
Press MENU to return to main menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu.
Press EXIT to quit menu.
Contrast
Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Black Enhancement
Contrast Mode
G or H to highlight the function to be adjusted.
Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture.
Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness.
Use this function to adjust the level of color in the picture.
Use this function to adjust flesh tones so they appear natural.
Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture.
Set this to High for cooler color with more blue, set to Medium for more natural color, set to Standard for
accurate color or set to Black/White for more reddish color.
Use this function to enhance the shadow detail in dark scenes using the settings off, low, middle and high.
Use this function to choose between 3 Contrast Mode settings. Set to Dynamic for darker images more
in the level of Black, set to Normal for a balanced White to Black level, and set to Auto for automatic
Contrast selection.
NOTES: 1. If CONTRAST is selected, you are adjusting CONTRAST. The additional menu items BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, TINT,
and SHARPNESS can be selected and adjusted in the same manner.
2. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the COMPONENT VIDEO Y-PBP
input jacks.
3. ANT A and B share a Video setting. Also, each of the video inputs have their own independent settings.
4. If CONTRAST is set to minimum level, the On-Screen Display (OSD) will be difficult to see.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
R
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VIDEO
Color
Brightness
Contrast
Picture Mode
Video
Move
SEL
Select
Color Temperature
Sharpness
Tint
Contrast Mode
Black Enhancement
100%
50%
50%
50%
High
DayNight
Reset Video Settings
ANT A/B
High
Dynamic
Reset Video Settings
Video
Move
SEL
Select
Select “Reset” to return the video
menu settings on this input to the
original factory settings.
This function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and return it to the Day VIDEO
mode.
Use CURSOR PAD to highlight functions.
Press the SELECT button to select Reset Video Settings.
Use the CURSOR PAD
H to access other video settings.
You can customize each of the Video Inputs to your preference to increase viewing performance and pleasure, depending upon the
video program being viewed. If RESET is selected, only the selected Input will reset to the initial conditions as explained above.
If RESET is selected in Video:1 Input, only Video:1 Input will return to factory conditions.
Color Management
Use this function to adjust and balance the listed individual colors to make them either deeper or more
pure depending on the user’s preference. Adjust the GAIN settings to make the color brighter (+) or darker (-). Adjust the PHASE settings to make the colors deeper (+) or normal (-) to match real life colors.
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A” in the box, it is ON.
Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight function.
Press the SELECT button to select User Colors setting. When the function has a “
Press the CURSOR PAD F, E, H, G, to highlight and adjust individual colors.
Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight and select “Reset” to return all colors to default settings.
NOTE:When the Set User Colors box is not checked , the listed colors will be grayed out.
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VIDEO
Color Decoding
Video
Move
SEL
Return
Red50%
Green50%
Color50%
Tint
Noise Reduction
Auto Color
Color Decoding
Video
Move
SEL
Select
Auto Movie Mode
Off
Low
Off
Color Management
Reset
RGBRGB
Color Decoding
Use this function to adjust and balance the percentage of Red, Green and Blue according to the user’s
preference in each of the four color temperature settings. Use TINT to adjust flesh tones so they appear
natural.
Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight function.
Press down to select from 4 menu items.
Press the CURSOR PAD
F, E, H, G, to highlight and adjust Red, Green, Color and Tint.
Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight and select “Reset” to return all settings to default.
NOTE:Color Decoding settings are independently stored in each of the 4 Color Temperature settings.
Auto Color
The AUTO COLOR function automatically monitors and adjusts the color to maintain constant color levels
even after a program or channel changes. It also maintains natural flesh tones while preserving fidelity of
background colors.
NOTES:1. When using Component, HDMI or DVI input, Auto Color will not be available (grayed out).
2. When using digital channels, Auto Color will not be available (grayed out).
Noise Reduction
The NOISE REDUCTION function automatically reduces conspicuous noise in the picture without
degrading picture quality. Set NOISE REDUCTION to OFF if the TV experiences picture blocking.
Auto Movie Mode
The Auto Movie Mode function turns ON or OFF the 3:2 PULLDOWN DETECTION SPECIAL FEATURE.
Theatrical movies are shot on film at 24 frames or still pictures per second, instead of 30 frames or 60 fields
like video. When film is transferred to video for television viewing, the disparity between the two frame rates
must be reconciled. This involves a process known as 3:2 pulldown.
When Auto Movie Mode is turned ON from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi Projection Television will activate
the circuitry for this special feature to improve video performance when watching film based sources.
NOTES:1. When using Progressive Scan Component, HDMI or DVI input (Ex. 480p, 720p, 1080i), Auto Movie Mode will not be
available (grayed out).
2. All Video settings are independent of each other based on it’s input (ANT A/B, Input 1~5).
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
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AUDIO
Audio
SRS
Balance
Bass
Treble
Audio
Move
SEL
Return
Audio Source
BBE
Perfect Volume
Internal Speakers
50%
Off
Stereo
Locks
Chan. Manager
Aspect
Audio
Video
Move
SEL
Sel
Timers
On
Off
50%
LR
Hard
Change Value
Auto Noise Cancel
Off
Setup
Loudness
Off
Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality.
Press CURSOR PAD G, H, to select menu item.
Press CURSOR PAD F or E to adjust the function.
Press EXIT to quit the MENU, or select Audio to return to the main menu.
NOTE: If TREBLE is selected you are adjusting treble. The additional menu items Bass and Balance can be selected and
adjusted in the same manner.
Treble
Balance
NOTES:
This function controls the high frequency audio to all speakers.
Bass
This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers.
This function will control the left to right balance of the LCD TV internal speakers.
SRS
Based on the principles of the human hearing system, SRS 3D technology delivers an exciting and realistic
3D Sound experience from just two external speakers or the two internal speakers found in your HITACHI
Television. SRS will also enhance a complete multi-speaker surround sound system.
*SRS and the symbol are registered trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. SRS technology is incorporated under license
from SRS Labs, Inc.
BBE
Technology
Sound reproduction quality enhancement system. The BBE technology produces sound that is natural and
crisp from just two speakers or the two internal speakers found in your HITACHI television. If your HITACHI
television is connected to an external audio system, BBE will also create an incredible crisp sound experience from two speakers. BBE brings to the listener’s ear a more complete and accurate reproduction of
the original performance. Each voice, speaking or singing, each instrument or sound effect is presented
with its attendant harmonics or partials more clearly audible. The ear can then more easily recognize the
unique tonal colors of each sound as though the sound was being produced live.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
NOTES:
Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 5510752 and 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trade-
marks of BBE Sound, Inc. Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.
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AUDIO
Audio Source
STEREO SELECTED
Internal Speakers
Auto Noise Cancel
Perfect Volume
Multi-Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural
sound) used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast or 2nd Audio Prog (SAP) which may be a secondary
language, weather report, etc.
The sources received will be displayed at the top right edge of the TV. The source you select will be displayed above the sources received. See example below for each selection when both stereo and second
audio are received (monaural is always received).
3:32 PM
Ant A 10
Stereo
SAP SELECTED
3:32 PM
Ant A 10
R
SAP
R
MONO SELECTED
3:32 PM
Ant A 10
Mono
R
This function is useful when setting up the external speakers.
ON - Select this feature if using the internal speakers only.
TV as Center - Select this feature when setting up external speakers from a separate stereo system. The
TV’s speakers will work as the center speaker.
OFF - Select this feature if you prefer to use only speakers from a separate stereo system.
This function eliminates the noise between stations. If a channel is tuned and is noisy, this function will
automatically eliminate the audio for that channel.
This function will automatically adjust volume so each channel and input has the same average volume
level.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
Loudness
This function turns loudness ON or OFF. It will improve the quality of both low and high frequency sounds
when listening at low volume levels.
Use this function to select the Picture Format Aspect Ratio.
Auto Aspect
Automatically adjust the Aspect Ratio depending on the input signal to fill the screen.
Press THE CURSOR PAD
G, H, F, E to select menu item.
Press THE SELECT button to select. A “A” in the box indicates that the feature is ON.
NOTES:1. The Auto Aspect function is recommended on an input signal with VIDEO ID.
2. The Auto Aspect function is best used on composite video, S-Video, 480i and 480p component signals.
3. See page 22 for Aspect Mode availability.
Vertical Position
This function allows you to adjust the vertical position of the picture when aspect style is either 4:3 EXPANDED/ZOOM1/ZOOM2 or 16:9
ZOOM. For example, it will be useful for centering the picture area at both the top and bottom of the picture with 480i/480P signal.
Adjustable range is -10 (video center is toward bottom of screen) to +10 (video center is toward top of screen).
Press the CURSOR PAD
Press the CURSOR PAD
G, H, to select menu item.
F or E to adjust the function.
Press EXIT to quit the MENU, or select Aspect to return to the main menu.
NOTE:Vertical Position will not be available in 4:3 Standard and 16:9 Standard modes.
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CHANNEL MANAGER
Move
SEL
Return
Channel Source
AntennaCable(1)Cable(2)
Auto Channel Scan
Start
Move
SEL
Select
Channel Source
AntennaCable(1)Cable(2)
Auto Channel Scan
Start
Ant. B
Chan. Manager
Move
SEL
Select
Ant. A
Channel List
Chan. Manager
Ant. A
Channel List
Chan. Manager
Ant. A
Chan.
Manager
Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select Cable if you have cable TV.
NOTE:
If certain CATV channels are poor or not possible in
Cable(1) mode, select Cable(2).
Use CURSOR PAD
F , E to highlight the correct Channel Source.
Press the CURSOR buttons to select highlighted source.
Press EXIT to quit the menu.
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CHANNEL MANAGER
SEL
Cancel
Cancel
Scanning Channel Number: 66
Move
SEL
Select
Channel Source
Auto Channel Scan
Start
Chan. Manager
Ant. A
Channel List
AntennaCable(1)Cable(2)
Move
SEL
Select
Channel Source
Auto Channel Scan
Start
Chan. Manager
Ant. A
Channel List
AntennaCable(1)Cable(2)
Chan. Manager
Ant. A
Auto Channel Scan
Auto Channel Scan
This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Memory. This will allow you to
skip unused channels when using CHANNEL UP (
G) or DOWN (H).
If the EXIT button is pressed while AUTO CHANNEL SCAN function is engaged, programming will stop. If two antennas are
connected, switch antenna inputs and repeat AUTO CHANNEL SCAN for the second antenna input.
Remember to select the correct ANTENNA/CABLE mode before using AUTO CHANNEL SCAN.
See CHANNEL MANAGER - SCAN to add or to bypass additional channels.
Press CURSOR PAD G or H to review more channels.
Press EXIT to quit the menu.
CHANNEL MANAGER
Scan
To add (Scan-On) or skip (Scan-Off) additional channels while in Channel Manager, Press the Cursor PAD F to highlight the channel
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
number, then CURSOR PAD G or H to highlight other channels. Once the desired channel is highlighted, Press the CURSOR PAD E
to scan column, then Press CURSOR PAD G or H to select ON or OFF.
NOTE:Lock feature cannot be selected or set in Channel List.
Use this feature after Auto Channel Scan is completed to add (On) or skip (Off) additional channels to
the remote control channel
This section contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. Use this
feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60 channels a name when Cable 1 or 2 signal source is selected.
NOTES:1. If ANT A and ANT B are in the same ANTENNA/CABLE mode, the CHANNEL ID for both antenna inputs will be the
same.
2. CHANNEL ID will not be displayed when PIP is ON.
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This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input.
Please Enter Access Code
[ - - - - ]
0000
[# Keys] Enter Code
Movie Ratings
TV Time Lock
Engage Lock
Change Access Code
Locks
Move
SEL
Return
Canadian Ratings (Frn)
Canadian Ratings (Eng)
TV Ratings
Locks
Chan. Manager
Aspect
Audio
Video
Move
SEL
Sel
Timers
Setup
Locks
It can also be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled time period that you set.
The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit access code number. The factory preset code is 0000.
Use the number buttons to enter the access code.
LOCKS
Use the CURSOR PAD G or H to highlight function and then press the SELECT button.
To change the access code number, select Change Access Code. Enter a new four digit number.
Select CHANGE ACCESS CODE to change the factory preset code (0000) to your preference.
When ENGAGE LOCK is selected, SET CHANNEL LOCK, SET INPUT LOCK, and SET FRONT PANEL LOCK can be set individually.
When SET CHANNEL LOCK is turned on, the picture and sound for the chosen channel will be blocked out.
When SET INPUT LOCK is turned on, the picture and sound for all video inputs and the picture and sound for channels 3, 4 will be
blocked out.
When FRONT PANEL LOCK is turned on, all buttons on the Front Panel will be deactivated, except the Power button.
When TV TIME LOCK is turned on (
cannot be viewed during that time period (Set clock first). Use CURSOR
only), DAILY (TV will time out every day), WEEKLY (TV will time out one time a week).
✔
❒ TIME LOCK) you can set the BEGIN and END times (CURSOR PAD E) and the TV
G or H to highlight ONCE (TV will time out one time
When MOVIE RATINGS is selected, you can block various types of movies and video tapes based on motion picture ratings. Picturein-Picture will also be blocked automatically (see page 53).
When TV RATINGS is selected, various types of television programming based on a parental guide ratings will be blocked.
Picture-in-Picture will also be blocked automatically (see page 54).
Use CANADIAN RATINGS to block various types of movies and television programs based on the two rating systems used in
Canada that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content (see pages 55-56).
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
If you forget your access code, use the factory code 7777 to erase your key number. This will reset the access code number back to
the factory preset 0000.
Press EXIT to quit the menu.
NOTE:1. When using TV TIME LOCK make sure the clock is set (see page 57).
2. Text appears on the screen to indicate that TV TIME LOCK is activated.
3. If MOVIE/TV Ratings Lock function settings are ON, SURF will be deactivated.
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LOCKS
Move
SEL
Return
Status
Not Rated:
G:
PG:
PG-13:
R:
NC-17:
X:
Movie Ratings
TV Time Lock
Engage Lock
Change Access Code
Locks
Move
SEL
Select
Canadian Ratings (Frn)
Canadian Ratings (Eng)
TV Ratings
Movie Ratings
Locks
Movie Ratings
Use MOVIE RATINGS to prevent viewing of any movie that you feel may be inappropriate due to
its content.
Use the CURSOR PAD G or H to select the MOVIE RATING category that you want to block.
Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RATING that you have selected. Once rating is selected, for example PG-13, all
movies rated PG-13 and higher (R, NC-17, and X) will be blocked.
Press EXIT to quit the menu or select MOVIE RATING to return to the previous menu.
Motion Picture Ratings Chart
G
PG
General audiences. All ages admitted.
Parental guidance suggested.
Some material may not be suitable
for children.
Parents strongly cautioned. Some
PG-13
material may be inappropriate for
children under 13.
Restricted. Under 17 requires
R
accompanying parent or adult
guardian.
No one 17 and under admitted.
NC-17
X
NOT RATED (NR)
NOTES:1. A movie rating is dependent upon the movie that is viewed. If the movie does not carry a rating, the TV will not block
it.
2. Blocking “NOT RATED (NR)” programs may block emergency programming, sports, news, public service
announcements, religious programs and weather.
Adults only
Contains no rating. Not Rated
(NR) and Not Applicable (NA) programs.
Movie has not been rated or
ratings do not apply.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
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LOCKS
Move
SEL
Return
Status
TV-Y:
TV-Y7:
TV-G:
TV-PG:
TV-14:
TV-MA:
Sub Category
DL S VFV
Movie Ratings
TV Time Lock
Engage Lock
Change Access Code
Locks
Move
SEL
Select
Canadian Ratings (Frn)
Canadian Ratings (Eng)
TV Ratings
TV Ratings
Locks
TV Ratings
Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of any TV program that you feel may be inappropriate
due to its content.
Use the CURSOR PAD G or H to highlight the category that you want to block.
Press select to block the TV RATINGS that you have selected.
Press EXIT to quit the menu or select TV RATINGS to return to the previous menu.
TV Parental Guide Ratings Chart
N/A
TV-Y
TV-Y7
TV-G
None.
All children. The themes and elements in this
program are specifically designed for a very
young audience, including children from ages
2-6.
Directed to older children. Themes and elements in this program may include mild physical or comedic violence, or may frighten children under the age of 7.
General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialogue or situations.
NOTES:
1.If you Block TV-14D, you will still permit
TV MA programs; If you block TV-14DV,
you will automatically block TV-MAV
programs, but you will still permit TVMALS programs. This means that the
TV will block violence in TV-14 and higher (TV-MA), but not language and sex.
2.TV program ratings are dependent on
the broadcaster. If the program is not
rated, the TV will not block it.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
TV-PG
TV-14
TV-MA
FV
V
S
L
D
Parental guidance suggested. The program
may contain infrequent coarse language, limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue
and situations.
Parents strongly cautioned. This program
may contain sophisticated themes, intense
sexual situation, more intense violence and
intensely suggestive dialogue.
Mature audiences only. This program may
contain mature themes, indecent language,
graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.
Fantasy Violence
Violence
Sexual Situation
Adult Language
Sexually Suggestive Dialogue.
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LOCKS
Move
SEL
Return
Status
C:
C8+:
G:
PG:
14+:
18+:
Movie Ratings
TV Time Lock
Engage Lock
Change Access Code
Locks
Move
SEL
Select
Canadian Ratings (Frn)
Canadian Ratings (Eng)
TV Ratings
Canadian Ratings (Eng)
Locks
Canadian Ratings
(Eng)
Use Canadian Ratings (Eng) to block any type of movie and television program in Canada that
you feel might be inappropriate in its content.
Use the CURSOR PAD G or H to select the CANADIAN RATINGS (Eng) category that you want to block.
Press SELECT to set the CANADIAN RATINGS (Eng) that you have selected. Once rating is selected, for example C8+,
all movies and television programs rated C8+ and higher (G, PG, 14+ and 18+) will be blocked automatically.
Press EXIT to quit menu.
Canadian Ratings English Chart
Programming intended for children under age 8 - Violence Guidelines; Careful
attention is paid to themes, which could threaten children’s sense of security and wellbeing. There will be no realistic scenes of violence. Depictions of aggressive behav-
C
iour will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary, comedic or
unrealistic in nature. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no offensive language,
nudity or sexual content.
Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to
watch on their own - Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed as the pre-
ferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict; or encourage children to imitate dan-
C8+
gerous acts which they may see on television. Any realistic depictions of violence will
be infrequent, discreet, of low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts.
Other Content Guidelines: There will be no profanity, nudity or sexual content.
General Audience - Violence Guidelines: Will contain very little violence, either physical or verbal or emotional. Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger
child, will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the
G
effects of violent acts. Other Content Guidelines: There may be some inoffensive
slang, no profanity and no nudity.
Parental Guidance - Programming intended for a general audience but which may not
be suitable for younger children. Parents may consider some content inappropriate for
unsupervised viewing by children ages 8-13. Violence Guidelines: Depictions of con-
PG
flict and/or aggression will be limited and moderate; may include physical, fantasy, or
supernatural violence. Other Content Guidelines: May contain infrequent mild profanity, or mildly suggestive language. Could also contain brief scenes of nudity.
Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers
under the age of 14 -
ting viewing by pre-teens and early teens. Violence Guidelines: May contain intense
14+
scenes of violence. Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a realistic
fashion. Other Content Guidelines: May contain scenes of nudity and/or sexual activity.
There could be frequent use of profanity.
Adult - Violence Guidelines: May contain violence integral to the development of the
plot, character or theme, intended for adult audiences. Other Content Guidelines: May
18+
contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and/or sex.
Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permit-
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
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LOCKS
Move
SEL
Return
Status
G:
8 ans+:
13 ans+:
16 ans+:
18 ans+:
Movie Ratings
TV Time Lock
Engage Lock
Change Access Code
Locks
Move
SEL
Select
Canadian Ratings (Frn)
Canadian Ratings (Eng)
TV Ratings
Canadian Ratings (Frn)
Locks
Canadian Ratings
(Frn)
Use the CURSOR PAD
Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various program ratings that you feel might be inappropriate in its content.
G or H to highlight the category that you want to block.
Press SELECT to set the CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) that you have selected.
Once rating is selected, for example 8 ans+, all movies and television programs rated 8 ans+ and higher will be
automatically blocked.
Press EXIT to quit menu or select the CURSOR PAD
Canadian Ratings French Chart
General - Programming intended for audiences
of all ages. Contains no violence, or the vio-
G
8 ans +
13 ans +
16 ans +
lence content is minimal or is depicted appropriately with humor or caricature or in an unrealistic manner.
8 + General - Not recommended for young
children - Programming intended for a broad
audience but contains light or occasional
violence that could disturb young children.
Viewing with an adult is therefore recommended
for young children (under the age of 8) who cannot differentiate between real and imaginary
portrayals.
Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 -
few violent scenes or one or more sufficiently
violent scenes to affect them. Viewing with an
adult is therefore strongly recommended for
children under 13.
Programming is not suitable for children
under the age of 16 - Contains frequent scenes
of violence or intense violence.
F to return to the previous menu.
Contains either a
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
18 ans +
Programming restricted to adults - Contains
constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.
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TIMERS
Timers
Move
SEL
Return
Locks
Chan. Manager
Aspect
Audio
Video
Move
SEL
Sel
Timers
Setup
Set Day/Night Timer
Set Sleep Timer
Set The Clock
Set Event Timer
Set Auto Power Off
Timers
Set The Clock
Timers
Set Day/Night Timer
Set Sleep Timer
Set The Clock
Set Event Timer
Move
SEL
Return
Time:2:53 PM Jun 28 2004
Set Auto Power Off
Move
SEL
Select
Timers
Select Timers to set your Clock, Sleep Timer, Event Timer, Auto Power Off and Day/Night Timer
Recordings.
Set The Clock
The Clock must be adjusted before you can use the “Set Event Timer” or Day/Night Timer” feature.
Use the CURSOR PAD G, H, F, E to highlight the current time (hour and minute), AM or PM, Month, Day, and Year.
Use the CURSOR PAD G, H to adjust settings.
Press the SELECT button to set the Time and Date.
Press EXIT to quit the menu.
NOTES:When “Daylight Saving Correction” is checked “✓”, the TV will automatically calculate the clock adjustment for
Daylight Saving.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
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TIMERS
Timers
Set Day/Night Timer
Set Sleep Timer
Set The Clock
Set Event Timer
Timers
Set Day/Night Timer
Set Sleep Timer
Set The Clock
Set Event Timer
0:30
Set Auto Power Off
Set Auto Power Off
Move
Set
Move
Set
Timers
Set Day/Night Timer
Set Sleep Timer
Set The Clock
Set Event Timer
Timers
Set Day/Night Timer
Day Mode On12:00 AM
Day Mode Off12:00 AM
Activate
Move
SEL
Return
Set Auto Power Off
Move
SEL
Select
Set Sleep Timer
Select this feature to set your Sleep Timer from 30 minutes to 3 hours (30 minute increments).
Press the CURSOR PAD E repeatedly to set your Timer from 0:00, 0:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30 and 3:00.
Set Day/Night Timer
Select this feature to activate and set your TV’s Day/Night Picture Mode automatically.
Use the CURSOR PADS and the SELECT button to activate the Day/Night Timer.
Use the CURSOR PADS to select Day Mode On and to set it’s timer.
Use the CURSOR PADS to select Day Mode Off and to set it’s timer.
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TIMERS
Move
SEL
Return
Event 1 --:-- AM --:-- AM Jan 1, 2004
Ant A --------
Event 2 --:-- AM --:-- AM Jan 1, 2004
Ant A --------
Event 3 --:-- AM --:-- AM Jan 1, 2004
Ant A --------
Event 4 --:-- AM --:-- AM Jan 1, 2004
Ant A --------
Move
SEL
On/Off
Event 1 --:-- AM --:-- AM Jan 1, 2004
Ant A --------
Event 2 --:-- AM --:-- AM Jan 1, 2004
Ant A --------
Event 3 --:-- AM --:-- AM Jan 1, 2004
Ant A --------
Event 4 --:-- AM --:-- AM Jan 1, 2004
Ant A --------
Return
Timers
Set Event Timer
Timers
Set Event Timer
Timers
Set Day/Night Timer
Set Sleep Timer
Set The Clock
Set Event Timer
Set Auto Power Off
10:00
10:00
Move
SEL
Select
Please Set Clock First.
Set Event Timer
This function will automatically operate the Projection TV viewing reservation of a program. If the clock is
not set, you can not use this function and the screen below will appear. The message on the screen will disappear after 3 seconds, then the screen automatically goes to the clock setup mode (see page 57).
Use CURSOR PAD G, H to highlight Event 1, Event 2, Event 3, Event 4 and then press the SELECT button to select.
Use CURSOR PAD E, G, H to highlight and select START TIME Hour/Minute.
Use CURSOR PAD
E, G, H to highlight and select START TIME AM/PM.
Use CURSOR PAD E, G, H to highlight and select FINISH TIME Hour/Minute.
Use CURSOR PAD E, G, H to highlight and select FINISH TIME AM/PM.
Use CURSOR PAD E to highlight the MONTH.
Use CURSOR PAD
G to select a MONTH or CURSOR PAD H to select Daily, Weekly - Sunday to Monday. Use CURSOR PAD F to
return to AM/PM.
Use CURSOR PAD E, G, H to highlight and select the DAY of the MONTH.
Use CURSOR PAD
E, G, H to highlight and select the YEAR.
Use CURSOR PAD E, G, H to highlight and select Ant A or Ant B.
Use CURSOR PAD E, G, H or NUMBER buttons to set the channel the TV will tune into.
A“✓“ in the box means it is enabled.
NOTE:1. When the INFO button is pressed, the Event Timer Icon will only display the current date ON/OFF timer.
2. The Off Timer will only activate if the TV was turned on by the On Timer and no channel selection was
made after this time. If you change the channel after the On Timer has been activated, the Off Timer will deactivate.
3. If no remote control button is pressed after viewing reservation is activated, the TV will automatically turn off after three
hours. Therefore, do not Set Event Timer for more than three hours if you do not plan to control your television with
the remote control.
CAUTION: Do not use your TV as a deterrent when away from home by using the On and Off Timers. For safety, the TV
should be turned off when you are away from home.
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TIMERS
Timers
Set Auto Power Off
Timers
Set Day/Night Timer
Set Sleep Timer
Set The Clock
Set Event Timer
Move
SEL
Return
YesNo
Select yes to have the TV turn off
Automatically when a video signal
is not detected for 15 minutes.
Set Auto Power Off
Automatic Power Saving
Move
SEL
Select
Set Auto
This function will turn off the TV automatically when a video signal is not detected for 15 minutes.
Power Off
Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight the sub-menu of your choice.
Press the SELECT button to select.
NOTE: 1. If “Yes” is selected and no signal is detected in Antenna Mode, “Weak signal or channel not available” will be displayed.
2. If “Yes” is selected and no signal is detected in Video Mode, “No Sync. Signal” will be displayed.
3. If “Yes” is selected and it is 1 minute before the TV turns off automatically, the “OFF 0:01” icon will be displayed.
4. The Auto Power OFF feature will be cancelled when an input change or channel operation is performed.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
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SETUP
Setup
Set The Inputs
Screen Saver
Menu Preference
Setup
Move
SEL
Return
Set AV Control
Set Closed Captions
Locks
Chan. Manager
Aspect
Audio
Video
Move
SEL
Sel
Timers
Setup
Set Black Side Panel
Set Monitor Out
Move
SEL
Return
Set The Language
EnglishFrancaisEspañol
Set The Menu Background
ShadedSolid
Move
SEL
Select
Set The Language
EnglishFrancaisEspañol
Set The Menu Background
ShadedSolid
Set Black Side Panel
Set The Inputs
Screen Saver
Menu Preference
Setup
Move
SEL
Select
Set AV Control
Set Closed Captions
Menu Preference
Setup
Menu Preference
Setup
Set Monitor Out
Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR PAD G or H on the remote to highlight
the function desired.
Use the CURSOR PAD G, H, F, E to highlight the sub-menu of your choice.
Press the SELECT button to select.
Menu Preference
Use the CURSOR PAD
Press SELECT to select the highlighted language.
Press EXIT to quit menu or select MENU PREFERENCE to return to previous menu.
This feature will allow you to select any one of three different languages for all on-screen displays.
F , E to highlight the language of your choice.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
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SETUP
Move
SEL
Select
Set The Language
EnglishFrenchSpanish
Set The Menu Background
ShadedSolid
Menu Preference
Setup
Set Black Side Panel
Set The Inputs
Screen Saver
Menu Preference
Setup
Move
SEL
Return
Set AV Control
Set Closed Captions
Move
SEL
Return
Main Picture Moving
Off
Option 1
Option 2
Option 3
Screen Wipe :
Wipe
Screen Saver
Setup
Set Monitor Out
Set The
Menu Background
Use CURSOR PAD
This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds.
F , E to highlight Set The Menu Background (shaded or solid), and press the SELECT button to select
setting.
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR PAD F to return to previous menu.
Select Solid for a black background (no picture can be seen behind menu screen), or select Shaded for a light background.
Screen
Saver
Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics,
and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can cause “temporary image retention” to the LCD Rear PTV. Use the
SCREEN SAVER feature to avoid any temporary image retention. Moving picture will clear up any temporary
image retention.
Use CURSOR PAD
G , H to highlight Screen Saver’s Main Picture Moving options.
Press the SELECT button to select and EXIT to quit.
Option 1
The whole picture will shift every 20 minutes by two pixels.
Option 2
The whole picture will shift every 40 minutes by two pixels.
Option 3
The whole picture will shift every 60 minutes by two pixels.
Screen Wipe
If temporary image retention occurs, use Screen Wipe (White Field Signal) for at least 10 minutes to refresh any temporary image
retention that may have occurred.
Screen Saver Picture’s Movement
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SETUP
Set Black Side Panel
Set The Inputs
Screen Saver
Menu Preference
Setup
Move
SEL
Select
Set Closed Captions
Move
SEL
Return
Video1
Video2
Video3
Video4
Video5
Setup
Set The Inputs
Set AV Control
Set Monitor Out
Rename List
AVRDVDPVRSTB2
CAMDVD2 PVR2VCR
CBLDVD3 SATVCR2
CBL2 LDSTBVCR3
RESET
Move
SEL
Return
Video1
Video2
Video3
Video4
Video5
Move
SEL
Return
Video1
Video2
Video3
Video4
Video5
Auto Link
Auto Remote Off
DVD
Setup
Set The Inputs
Setup
Set The Inputs
Rename List
AVRDVDPVRSTB2
CAMDVD2 PVR2VCR
CBLDVD3 SATVCR2
CBL2 LDSTBVCR3
RESET
Rename List
AVRDVDPVRSTB2
CAMDVD2 PVR2VCR
CBLDVD3 SATVCR2
CBL2 LDSTBVCR3
RESET
Set The Inputs
Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs.
Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight the name of the video inputs.
Press the SELECT button to select desired input name.
Select Reset to set video names to original factory preset condition.
Video 2 Auto Link
Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to Video2 when it detects a video signal to
input 2.
Use the CURSOR PAD, then press the SELECT button to change Auto Link setting.
When Auto is selected, the TV will turn on and tune to Video2 automatically, when the Video2 input device is turned on. This is convenient when you want to watch a movie with your VCR, laserdisc player, or DVD player.
When Remote is selected, the TV will turn on and switch to Video2 automatically when the Video2 input device is turned on and the
VCR, laserdisc, or DVD play button on your remote control is pressed.
This is convenient when you want to record a movie with your VCR and watch it later.
Select Off to disable this function.
Press EXIT to quit menu.
NOTES: 1.Once the TV has been turned on using the Auto Link feature, it must be reset before Auto Link is used again. To do
this, turn your VCR, laserdisc, or DVD player OFF. This feature is now reset and will turn on your TV as described
above.
2. When using Remote mode, any remote control button will substitute for your video input device play button. However,
intended operation is for use with your VCR, laserdisc, or DVD play button.
3. If no remote control button is pressed after the TV is turned on by Auto Link, the TV will automatically turn off after
three hours.
Set Black Side
Panel
The Black Side Panel function turns the gray side bars on/off when watching 4:3 signals in Standard
mode. The top/bottom gray bar will appear in SPLIT MODE PIP and SPLIT FREEZE.
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SETUP
Move
SEL
Return
Caption Display
OffOnAuto
Analog Captions
Mode: CaptionsText
Channel: 1 2 3 4
Setup
Set Closed Captions
Set Black Side Panel
Set The Inputs
Screen Saver
Menu Preference
Setup
Move
SEL
Select
Set Closed Captions
Set AV Control
Set Monitor Out
Set Closed Caption
Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video
which are displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as
.
Caption Display: On/Off will turn thedisplay on or off.
Auto will turn thedisplay on when Mute/Soft Mute is on.
Caption Mode:Captions is for the program you are viewing.
Text is for additional information such as news reports or a TV program guide. This information covers the entire
screen and viewing the TV program is not possible. Text may not be available with everyprogram.
or
CHANNEL: 1 is used for the primary language (usually English).
2 is sometimes used for a second language (may vary by region).
3 is sometimes used for a third language (may vary by region).
4 is sometimes used for a fourth language (may vary by region).
Use the CURSOR PAD
G, H, F, E to highlight the function to change then press the SELECT button to select the function.
Press EXIT to quit menu or the CURSOR PAD F to return to previous menu.
NOTES: 1. CAPTION DISPLAY will not work when viewing a 480p, 720p, or 1080i input via the COMPONENT: Y-PBPRinputs.
2. When PIP Surf is on, Closed Caption will not work.
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SETUP
Move
SEL
Return
Monitor Out
Monitor
TV Tuner Out
Setup
Set Monitor Out
Audio Out
Fixed
Variable
Set Black Side Panel
Set The Inputs
Screen Saver
Menu Preference
Setup
Move
SEL
Select
Set Closed Captions
Set AV Control
Set Monitor Out
Move
SEL
Return
If you want to use the AV Control
function, please set the RS232C.
Connected RS232C
Setup
Set AV Control
Set Black Side Panel
Set The Inputs
Screen Saver
Menu Preference
Setup
Move
SEL
Select
Set Closed Captions
Set AV Control
Set Monitor Out
Set Monitor Out
This feature will select the source of the Monitor Output.
Monitor- Select Monitor to output the audio and video signals of the chosen input source (ANT A, ANT B, VID3-VID5) to a VCR or other
A/V device.
TV Tuner Out- Select TV Tuner Out to output the audio and video signals of the last watched Antenna Source (ANT A, ANT B).
Fixed- Select Audio Out Fixed to have the Audio at fixed volume.
Variable- Select Audio Out Variable to have Audio settings that can be controlled.
Use CURSOR PAD
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR PAD
G, H to highlight the function to change then press the SELECT button to select the function.
F to return to previous menu.
NOTE: When TV Tuner Out is selected, Variable Audio Out will not be available (grayed out).
Set AV Control
This feature will select the AV Control feature. Set this feature if you want to control some of the TV functions
from an external home control system.
Use the CURSOR PADS and the SELECT button to check the Connected RS232C box.
NOTE: 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.
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LAMP REPLACEMENT
Lamp Life
The lamp life may vary based on usage of the LCD Rear PTV. Turning on and off frequently may
shorten the life of the lamp.
Lamp Replacement
After extended use, if the TV picture turns dark, the color looks unusual or LAMP INDICATOR light
turns on, then it is time to replace the lamp with a new lamp.
WARNING:
The lamp gets very hot! The lamp may explode if improperly handled. To avoid injury, please observe the following precautions.
•Do not open lamp compartment or attempt to remove lamp assembly unless the lamp assembly is being replaced.
•Unplug the product’s power cord from the AC outlet before attempting to replace the lamp assembly.
•If the lamp is in use when failure occurs or if the lamp has exploded, wait at least 30-45 minutes for the lamp to
LAMP REPLACEMENT
cool before opening the lamp compartment or touching the lamp assembly or any broken pieces.
•Broken lamp pieces can cause injury. Handle with gloves to avoid cuts.
•Do not place any foreign objects inside the lamp compartment.
•When installing a new lamp, follow handling instruction included with the new lamp. Do not touch glass surface of
new lamp.
•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.”
CAUTION!
A ”LAMP” indicator will light when lamp becomes hot. Unplug product’s power cord from the AC outlet and allow
lamp to cool for at least 30-45 minutes. If “LAMP” indicator is still lit, please contact your authorized service
center (see page 74-75).
NOTES:
•Contact your Hitachi dealer for a new lamp unit. Using other lamps may cause damage to the TV
Set.
LAMP TYPE: LW500
•When replacing the lamp, let it cool down completely, for approximately 30 to 45 minutes after the
power has been switched off and A.C. cord has been unplugged.
•Do not touch the glass of the new lamp or make it dirty which can shorten the life of the lamp and
reduce the picture quality.
•Keep the lamp out of the reach of children and away from flammable materials.
•Do not pour water onto the removed lamp or put any object inside the lamp.
•Once the lamp is removed, do not put flammable materials and metal objects inside the lamp
receptacle on the TV set. Do not touch the receptacle.
•Install the new lamp securely, otherwise the picture may become dark or it may cause severe overheating.
•Install the lamp cover correctly, otherwise power will not come on.
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LAMP REPLACEMENT
120V
FRONT COVER
LAMP COMPARTMENT
1. Turn off the main power switch and unplug the power cord.
CAUTION:
THE LAMP IS VERY HOT AND MAY CAUSE FIRE OR SEVERE BURNS. WAIT AT LEAST 30~45
MINUTES TO ALLOW THE LAMP TO COOL BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH LAMP REMOVAL.
2. Remove the front cover from the TV set. This is held by a snap on. Pull the front cover outwards until the quick snap on
disengages.
LAMP REPLACEMENT
NOTE: 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.”
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LAMP REPLACEMENT
SCREW
LAMP COVER
PHILLIP HEAD
SCREW DRIVER
HANDLE
REMOVE SCREWS
HANDLE
LAMP UNIT
HANDLE
LAMP UNIT
TIGHTEN THE SCREWS
HANDLE
3. Remove the screw securing the lamp cover with a Phillips head screw driver as shown. Remove the lamp cover.
LAMP REPLACEMENT
CAUTION:
THE LAMP IS VERY HOT AND MAY CAUSE FIRE OR SEVERE BURNS. WAIT AT LEAST 30~45
MINUTES TO ALLOW THE LAMP TO COOL BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH LAMP REMOVAL.
4. Remove the two screws that hold the lamp in place. Remove the lamp unit by holding the lamp handle, then pulling outwards.
Exercise caution when removing the lamp unit to avoid injury to your fingers.
NOTE:
DO NOT PUT YOUR HAND IN THE LAMP STORAGE AREA AFTER THE LAMP UNIT IS
REMOVED, YOU MAY GET BURNED.
5. Replace with the new lamp.
Place the removed lamp into the empty box of the replacement lamp. Do not touch the front glass of the new lamp or its
receptacle. This may shorten the life of the lamp and reduce the picture quality.
•Push the lamp unit back to its original position.
•Tighten the screws firmly on the lamp unit. If they are loose, the TV may not operate correctly.
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LAMP REPLACEMENT
SCREW
LAMP COVER
PHILLIP HEAD
SCREW DRIVER
120V
6. Without installing the lamp cover, the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 8). Be sure to install the lamp
cover by re-engaging the two clips and tighten the screws before turning the power on, otherwise it may cause unusual colors.
NOTE: IF POWER IS CONNECTED BEFORE THE LAMP COVER IS INSTALLED, THE POWER WILL
BE OFF AND THE LAMP INDICATOR WILL FLASH (SEE PAGE 8 ).
7. Install the front cover as shown below. Put the front cover back in and align the snap on quick connect then push inwards holding the left and right side of the front cover until you hear a snap. Push the other snap on gently to make a good fit.
LAMP REPLACEMENT
8. Plug power cord into AC outlet and turn on the main power switch.
NOTE: 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.”
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CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION
AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL
DO
Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth.
Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if
the screen is extremely dirty.
Place your Television away from extreme heat, humidity, and extremely dusty places.
Remove the plug from the wall outlet if your Television will not be used for a long period of time, for instances,
when you go on vacation.
DO NOT
Do not clean your screen or cabinet with strong cleaners, polishes or a chemically treated cloth.
Do not place rubber or vinyl products or cellophane tape on your Television.
Do not touch the screen too often.
Do not subject the remote control to shocks such as dropping it on the floor, etc. Physical damage to the precision
parts may result.
Avoid placing the remote control in a high humidity place or getting it wet. Do not leave it on or near a heater.
Excessive heat or moisture may cause the unit to cease operation.
When the batteries run down, remote control operation will become erratic or possibly stop altogether. Replace the
old batteries with two new “AA” size batteries as soon as possible to preserve the remote control precodes that were
set for the devices. Pressing a remote control button with a “DEAD” battery might erase all precodes in memory. Do
not use an old battery with a new battery.
Exposure of the viewing screen to prolonged direct sunlight or heat may cause the screen to permanently warp,
resulting in a distorted picture.
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RECEPTION PROBLEMS
• IGNITION NOISE:
Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift.
Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon
lamps, electrical drills, and other electrical appliances.
• GHOSTS:
Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths. One is the
direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings, hills or some other
objects. Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve
reception. Ghosting may also be caused by defects in the antenna system
such as unshielded leads or connecting several sets to the same antenna
without using multiple antenna couplers.
• SNOW:
If your receiver is located in the fringe area of a television station where
the signal is weak, your picture may be marred by the appearance of small
dots. When the signal is extremely weak, it may be necessary to install a
special antenna to improve the picture.
• RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE:
The interference produces moving ripples or diagonal streaks, and in
some cases, causes loss of contrast in the picture.
NOTE:The TV set can generate sound distortion in external devices such as a radio. Please separate radio equipment
from the TV set to a considerable distance.
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SYMPTOMS
CHECK THESE ITEMS AND
TRY THESE ADJUSTMENTS
No Picture, no sound
Sound OK, picture poor
Picture OK, sound poor
Picture blurred
Lines or streaks in picture
Poor reception on some channels
Picture rolls vertically
No color
Poor color
U
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U
U
U
U
U
UU
UUUU
U
UUUU
UU
UUUU
U
UUUU
U
UUUU
U
U
U
UUUU
UUUU
U
U
U
Be sure external connection is correct
Be sure power cord is plugged in
Be sure TV is switched''ON"
Try another channel (station trouble)
Check antenna connections (back of TV)
Check antenna for broken lead-in wire
Check for local interference
Check outside antenna
Adjust Contrast control
Adjust Brightness control
Adjust Color control
Adjust Tint control
Adjust Volume control
Replace Lamp
Dark Picture
UUU
HITACHI Liquid Crystal Display incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against
component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage power surges.
IF YOUR TELEVISION SHOULD APPEAR TO HAVE A LOSS OF POWER, PLEASE FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE:
1. Press the power switch (ON/OFF switch) once.
2. If there is still no power, wait 30 seconds and press the power switch again.
3. If there is still no power, unplug the power cord from the wall. Wait 30 seconds and plug the power cord back in.
Press the power switch again.
This protective technology should provide for years of lasting entertainment from your HITACHI Liquid Crystal Display.
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Features:
• Superfine Picture Quality
1280 Line Horizontal Resolution
• Remote (Controls many PVR/VCR brands, cable boxes, satellite boxes, and other audio equipment).
• New Easy-to-Use (3-Language) On-Screen Menu
• Full Set of Input Jacks, including S-VIDEO
• COMPONENT VIDEO: Y-P
• Six Aspect Modes
• Closed Caption Decoder
• 2-Tuner Picture in Picture
• 2 Antenna Inputs (Either for Analog/Digital)
• Video Input Sensor
• 3 Dimensional Y/C Comb Filter
• Compatible with 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i input signals.
NOTE:Due to improvements, specifications in this operating
guide are subject to change without notice.
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To locate an authorized
HITACHI service facility
in the continental U.S.A.
and Canada,
DIAL TOLL FREE
7 days a week, 24 hours a day
(1-800-448-2244)
Hitachi America, LTD.
Home Electronics Division
Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you require service,
a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Each facility will provide
you with convenient and expedient assistance. Our service hotline operator will direct you to the Hitachi Authorized Service
Facility nearest you. Just present proof of purchase and/or delivery receipts to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility, and service will be rendered in accordance with the terms of the limited warranty as stated on your warranty card or operating guide.
Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please contact:
Hitachi America, LTD.
Home Electronics Division
900 Hitachi Way
Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556
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Hitachi Canada, LTD.
Digital Media Division
Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please
contact:
In Canada:
1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244)
Monday - Friday EST 9:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday EST 9:00am - 5:00pm
Look for your French Manual on the outside of the box.
If the manual is missing, call
1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244)
for a copy.
Pour de plus amples renseignements sur le service durant la période couverte par la garantie, sur le fonctionnement ou pour de l’assistance technique communiquez avec:
Au Canada:
1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244)
Lundi - Vendredi L’EST 9:00am - 7:00pm
Samedi L’EST 9:00am - 5:00pm
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