Hitachi 50C20 User Manual

LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION

Operating Guide for 50C20

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

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

THE REMOTE CONTROL........................................................................................................ 20-31

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY............................................................................................................ 32-55

LAMP REPLACEMENT .............................................................................................................56-59

USEFUL INFORMATION.......................................................................................................... 60-63

LICENSE AGREEMENT..................................................................................................................64

APPENDIXES .................................................................................................................................65

INDEX .............................................................................................................................................66

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

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.

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 a person.

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.

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 antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Note to the CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-44 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.

Important Safety Instructions

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

Power source

This television is designed to operate on 120 volts 60 Hz, AC current. Insert the power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet. The power cord is used as the disconnect device and shall remain readily operable.

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 50 Hz, direct current, or anything other than the specified voltage.

Caution

Never remove the back cover of the television as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards. If the

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

Caution

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

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.

• Do not place any objects on the top of the television

which may fall or cause a child to climb to retrieve the objects.

FCC Regulations

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Modifications

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

Note

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

15.119 and 15.122 of the FCC rules.

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.

Note

This digital television is capable of receiving analog basic, digital basic and digital premium cable television programming by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming. A CableCARD provided by your cable operator is required to view encrypted digital programming. Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as video-on-demand, a cable operator’s enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may require the use of a set-top box. For more information call your local cable company.

Note

• There are no user serviceable parts inside the television.

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

Lead/Mercury Notice

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 www.eRecycle.org (in California), 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.

Important Safety Instructions

Accessories

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

 Remote Control Unit CLU-4361S (Part No. HL02291).  Two “AA” size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit).  Table Top Stand (P# SPV50S).

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT

1. Open the battery compartment cover of the remote control by pulling back the TAB and lifting up to remove the cover.

2. Insert two new “AA” size batteries into the remote control. When replacing old batteries, push them back towards the springs and lift out.

3. Match the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment.

4. Insert the (-) side, into the battery compartment, then slide the battery inwards and insert the second battery. Do not force the battery into the battery compartment.

5. Replace the battery compartment cover.

CAUTION: Do not insert batteries with the “+” and “-” polarities reversed as this may cause the batteries to swell or rupture resulting in leakage.

 Remote Control

 Two “AA” size,

1.5V batteries

For US models: For optional accessories, please access our website at

www.hitachi.us/tv

First time use

 TV Stand SPV50S

(Assembly Required)

SATCBLVCRDVD

DAY/NIGHTPIPASPECTINPUTS

SELECT

EXIT

GUIDE

LAST CH

FAV

INFO

MUTE

VOL CH

CLU-4361S

Bottom View (Remote Control)

Lift up on tab to remove back cover.

How to set up your new HITACHI Projection Television

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

NOTE: Your new HDTV has a built-in high definition television signal processor. This television includes a fan

to cool the processor. The sound of moving air from the fan is normal and may be noticeable in very quiet environments.

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.

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.

First time use

10'

BEST

VERTICAL VIEWING

ANGLE

15'

20'

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

300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector

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

Phono Cable

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

“F” Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Cable

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

S-Video (Super Video) Cable

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

Optical Cable

This cable is used to connect to an audio amplifier with an Optical Audio In jack. Use this cable for the best sound quality.

HDMI Cable

This cable is used to connect your external devices such as Set-Top-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 CABLE (75-Ohm) terminal. If you have an antenna, connect the coaxial cable to the AIR 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.

Hook-up Cables and Connectors

First time use

Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and Functions

First time use

SATCBLVCRDVD

EXIT

DAY/NIGHTPIPASPECTINPUTS

SELECT

INFO

MUTE

GUIDE

LAST CH

FAV

CLU-4361S

VOL CH

POWER BUTTON

(TV, CBL, VCR, DVD, SAT)

Turn s the selected device on

and off.

INPUTS BUTTON (TV)

Accesses the INPUTS menu

system.

ASPECT BUTTON (TV)

Changes the aspect ratio while

watching TV.

MENU BUTTON

(CBL, DVD, SAT, TV)

Accesses the OSD menu

system.

CURSOR/SELECT BUTTONS

(TV, DVD, CBL, SAT)

The CURSOR buttons are used

to navigate the cursor through

the OSD and INPUTS menu

systems, and the SELECT

button is used to

Select/Activate the highlighted

menu item.

INFO BUTTON (TV, CBL, SAT)

Displays various information on

the s

creen.

MUTE BUTTON (TV)

Reduces the audio level to 50%

if pressed once, and to

complete mute if pressed twice.

Press it a third time to restore

audio level.

NUMERIC BUTTONS

(TV, DVD, CBL, SAT, VCR)

Used to manually enter the TV

channel, and used for numeric

entry when navigating through

the OSD menu system.

(-) BUTTON (TV, SAT)

The (-) button is used when the remote is in Set-Top-Box (STB)

mode or when the TV uses a

digital input.

RECORD BUTTON (VCR)

Press twice (2 times) to record

programs.

SOURCE ACCESS BUTTONS (TV, DVD, VCR, CBL, SAT)

Changes the mode of the Universal Remote Control to control the device selected.

DAY/NIGHT BUTTON (TV)

Select picture mode settings between DAY and NIGHT mode.

PIP BUTTON (TV)

Press to show and change the Picture-in-Picture mode.

EXIT BUTTON (TV, CBL, SAT)

Exits out of the OSD or INPUTS menu systems if their menu is displayed. Also used to exit PIP and Freeze functions.

VOLUME BUTTONS (TV)

Adjusts the audio level of your TV.

GUIDE BUTTON (SAT/ STB, CBL)

Accesses the program guide of other devices.

LAST CHANNEL (LC) BUTTON (TV, CBL, SAT)

Switches between the current and last channel viewed.

CHANNEL BUTTONS (TV, CBL, SAT, VCR)

Changes the channel.

FAVORITE CHANNEL (FAV CH) button (TV)

Press to enter/access Favorite Channel (FAV) mode.

DVD/VCR CONTROL BUTTONS (DVD, VCR)

Controls the precode functions of your VCR and DVD.

PAU SE BUTTON (TV, VCR, DVD)

Press to show and change the Freeze mode of the TV or pau

other devices.

In addition to controlling all of the functions on your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of devices, such as, DVD Players, CBL (Cable Boxes), set-top-boxes, satellite receivers, and VCRs. The remote control must be programmed to control the chosen device. Please see pages 2031 for a complete description of all features and programming of the Remote Control.

LEGEND TV — Television VCR — Video Cassette Recorder/Player CBL — Cable Box DVD — Digital Video Disc Player STB — Set-Top-Box S AT — Satellite Receiver

NOTE: STB precode is included in the

SAT mode.

Front Panel Controls

First time use

 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.

 INPUT/EXIT button

Press this button to display the input menu selections of CABLE, AIR, INPUT: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode.

 CHANNEL selector

Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. These buttons also serve as the cursor down (

) and up () buttons when in MENU mode.

 VOLUME level

Press these buttons for your desired sound level. The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen. These buttons also serve as the cursor left (

) and right () buttons when in MENU mode. 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.

 POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV ON or OFF.

 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 button and select INPUT 5. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack.

 IR RECEIVER Sensor

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

CURSOR



MENU/SELECT POWER

VOLUME

   

INPUT/EXITCHANNEL

INPUT 5

S-VIDEO



VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO



 POWER Light

When the TV is turned ON, the Power Light will first blink to indicate that the television lamp is warming up. This light will be ON during normal operation. When the TV is turned OFF, the Power Light will blink to indicate that the television lamp will be cooling down and the light will eventually turn off.

 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. The optic unit has an air filter that may become clogged over time. The internal termperature will increse which will trigger the temperature sensor to display an On-Screen warning. After 6 minutes, the lamp will turn off, then the TV will turn off with the TEMP LED On.

 LAMP Indicator

This light is off during normal operation. If light is lit, the lamp has failed. See page 56-59 for lamp replacement procedure. Consult your Hitachi dealer for proper part. If light is blinking, lamp cover is not assembled securely after replacement.

Front Panel Controls

First time use

NOTES:

1. INDICATOR INDICATION MEANING ACTION

LIGHT ON

LAMP LED

TEMP LED

POWER LED

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

POWER TEMP LAMP

BLINKING

LIGHT ON

BLINKING

INTERMEDIATE BLINKING (0.5 SEC CYCLE)

LIGHT ON

SHORT BLINKING (0.3 SEC CYCLE)

LONG BLINKING (1 SEC CYCLE)

NO LAMP LIGHT or BROKEN LAMP

WRONG LAMP UNIT ASSEMBLY / LAMP DOOR OPEN

Too hot inside the OPTIC unit

COOLING FAN STOPPED

BEGINNING OF WARM UP AFTER THE POWER ON.

NORMAL OPERATION

BEGINNING OF COOL DOWN (FOR 20 SEC.)

(TV CANNOT ACCEPT ANY CODE IN THIS PERIOD EXCEPT WITHIN THE BEGINNING 5 SEC.)

COOL DOWN (FOR 6 MINUTES)

(TV CAN ACCEPT REMOTE CONTROL AND SIDE BUTTONS)

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

Call for Service

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.

First time use

Side Panel Jacks and Connections

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:

NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to side 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.

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

INPUT 5

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

L/MONO

AUDIO

INPUT 5

S-VIDEO

First time use

Rear Panel Connections

 Antenna Input

CABLE – CATV (Cable TV) input. AIR – RF antenna input.

NOTE: You may ask your local cable company

whether DTV services are available.

 Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4

By using the INPUTS button, CURSOR buttons and SELECT button 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 1 and 2, but only one of these inputs may be used at a time.

 MONITOR OUT & HI-FI AUDIO OUT

These jacks provide fixed and variable audio and video signals (CABLE/AIR, INPUT 1, 2 and 5) which are used for recording. Use the S-VIDEO Output for high quality video output. Component signal to INPUT 3 and 4, and HDMI input will not have monitor output.

 S-Video Inputs 1 and 2

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

 Component: Y-P

BPR Inputs

INPUTS 3 and 4 provide Y-P

BPR jacks for

connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. You may use composite video signal for both inputs.

NOTE: 1. Do not connect composite VIDEO and

S-VIDEO to INPUT 1, 2 or 5 at the same

time. S-VIDEO has priority over VIDEO input.

2. 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 P

input and the components R-Y output to the TV’s P

R input.

3. Your component outputs may be labeled Y-C

BCR. In this case, connect the component

B output to the TV’s PB input and the

component C

R output to the TV’s PR input.

4. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-P

BPR inputs (see page 34).

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

BPR jacks.

6. INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 (Y/VIDEO) can be used for composite video and component video input.

 HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)

ABOUT HDMI – HDMI is the next-generation all digital interface for consumer electronics. HDMI enables the secure distribution of uncompressed high-definition video and multichannel 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.

NOTE: 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.

 Optical Out (Digital Audio)

This jack provides Digital Audio Output for your audio device that is Dolby

Digital and PCM

compatible, such as an audio amplifier.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. DOLBY and the DOUBLE-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

 Upgrade Card

This card slot is for future software upgrades. Hitachi will notify you if a software upgrade is required for your TV. In order to receive written notification, please complete and return your warranty card.

CableCARD™

CABLE

(Top of card faces right)

Top faces

Upgrade Card

AIR

MONITOR OUT

S I V I D E O

V I D E O

A U D I O

AUDIO TO HI-FI

INPUT 1

TV AS CENTER

INPUT 2

VIDEO

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

INPUT 3 INPUT 4

OPTICAL OUT

Digital Audio

CAUTION

First time use

Rear Panel Connections

 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 38).

 CableCARD Slot

This slot is for the CableCARD that will be provided by your local cable operator to gain access to chosen cable channels. The CableCARD will allow you to tune digital and high definition cable channels. Please call your local cable operator if this service is available before requesting a CableCARD (also known as Point of Deployment (POD) module).

1. Connect a coaxial cable to cable terminal of the Rear Panel Jacks.

2. Insert the CableCARD into the slot (Top of card should be facing right as shown below).

NOTE: 1. A digital cable subscription is required.

2. Do not insert a PCMCIA card into the

CableCARD slot.

If the CableCARD is properly installed or not installed, the TV will display the following respective screens.

After the CableCARD is installed, wait until the second screen below appears. The third screen below will appear if a channel is not authorized for viewing. Press the EXIT button to exit the second screen.

Please take note of all information on the screen (you will provide this information to your cable operator). Call your cable operator and give them the information from the card to start your cable service.

Digital Cable

CableCARD is installed

CableCARD is not installed

Apparatus Claims of U.S.

MONITOR OUT

S I V I

V I

A U

AUDIO TO HI-FI

INPUT 1

CABLE

AIR

TV AS CENTER

INPUT 2

Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; and 6,381,747 licensed for limited viewing uses only.

Y/ VIDEO

INPUT 3 INPUT 4

CableCARD™

(Top of card faces right)

Top faces this way

Y/ VIDEO

CableCARD™

OPTICAL OUT

Digital Audio

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

Top faces

Upgrade Card

HDMI INPUT 1

CAUTION

Acquiring Data.

Please wait.

In order to start cable service

for this device, please contact

your cable provider

CableCARD(tm): 123-456-789-1 Host: 123-456-789-1 Data: 123-456-789-1

Unit Address: 123-456-789-1

Press EXIT to return

Not an Authorized Channel

Rear Panel Connections

First time use

1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to access the Main Menu screen.

2. Use the CURSOR button

 to highlight SETUP in

the Main Menu and press the SELECT button.

3. Use the CURSOR button

 to highlight

CableCARD Information and press the SELECT button.

4. To view the CableCARD ID and Host ID, use the

CURSOR button

 to highlight CableCARD Info

and press the SELECT button.

NOTE: The Diagnostics Info. window is for

Service use only.

Additional CableCARD Information

After the CableCARD has been successfully installed, a CableCARD Information menu appears in the SETUP menu of the On-Screen Display. Follow the instructions below to access the CableCARD Information menu.

Video

Audio

Channel Manager

Locks

Timers

Setup

Move SEL Select

Setup

Menu Preference

Lamp Power Control

Set The Inputs

Set Closed Captions

Set Monitor Out

CableCARD Information

Upgrades

Quick Start-Up

Move SEL Select

Setup

CableCARD Information

Select the button below to acess CableCARD ID and Host ID.

Select the button below to access CableCARD and Host Diagnostics.

Move SEL Return

CableCARD Info.

Diagnostics Info.

Rear Panel Connections

First time use

TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

• S-VIDEO, Y- P

BPR and HDMI

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 1 in the example on this page). 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 1, INPUT 2 or INPUT 5,

but only one of these may be used at a time.

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

• COMPONENT: Y- P

BPR (INPUT 3 and INPUT 4)

connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players and set-topboxes. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 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 P

B input and the

components R-Y output to the TV’s P

R input.

• Your component outputs may be labeled Y- C

BCR.

In this case, connect the components C

B output to

the TV’s P

B input and the components CR output to

the TV’s P

R input.

• You may use composite and component video signals for INPUT 3 and INPUT 4.

• It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y- P

BPR

inputs (see page 34).

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

BPR jacks.

• When using an HDMI input from a Set-Top-Box, it is recommended that a 1080i or 720p input signal is used.

NOTE: 1. Connect only one component to each

input jack.

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

3. INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 can accomodate Composite and Component video signals.

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

MACROVISION NOTES:

1. Video signals fed through a VCR may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television.

2. Connecting the television directly to the Audio /Video output of a Set-Top-Box will assure a more normal picture.

A U D I O

V I D E O

S I V I D E O

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

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

AUDIO TO HI-FI

INPUT 1

CABLE

AIR

INPUT 2

TV AS CENTER

INPUT 3 INPUT 4

CableCARD™

CAUTION

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Top faces

OPTICAL OUT

Digital Audio

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Outside Antenna or Digital Cable

Laserdisc player, VCR,

Camcorder, etc.

VCR #2 VCR #1 DVD Player

To an amplifier/ receiver with optical input capability.

External Digital Component with HDMI output capability

INPUT

S-VIDEO

VL R

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

VL R

OUTPUT

RLPB/CB PR/CRY

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

VL R

HDMI OUT

OPTICAL IN

HDMI INPUT 1

Connecting External Video Sources

First time use

Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement.

 The television’s internal speakers will act as

center speaker (select AUDIO - INTERNAL SPEAKERS - TV AS CENTER).

 These FRONT left and right speakers are

connected to the FRONT output of a separate audio amplifier.

 These REAR left and right speakers are

connected to the Rear output of a separate audio amplifier.

 This subwoofer is connected to the LFE/SUB

Out output of a separate audio amplifier.

NOTE: 1. The Optical Out (Digital Audio) provides a

fixed digital audio output to your external component such as an A/V receiver with optical input capability. The audio level can only be controlled through the volume control of the external audio amplifier.

2. See page 39 for AUDIO-Digital Output.

MONITOR OUT

S I

RCA Cable

V I D E O

A U D I O

AUDIO TO HI-FI

Optical Cable





INPUT 1

CABLE

AIR

INPUT 2

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Y/ VIDEO

TV AS CENTER

INPUT 3 INPUT 4

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Top faces

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Y/ VIDEO

OPTICAL OUT

Digital Audio

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

CENTER

OPTICAL

OUT

Stereo System Amplifier

or DVD Player

HDMI INPUT 1

CAUTION

쐋쐋



First time use

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 CABLE, AIR or INPUT of your choice. Then press the SELECT button to confirm your choice (see page 23).

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 COMPOSITE VIDEO AND 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 on the right.

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 4 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 CABLE from the INPUTS menu to return to the previous channel.

NOTE: The Input 3 can be used in the same manner

as Input 4.

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.

Connecting External Video Sources

A U D I O

V I D E O

S I V I D E O

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

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

AUDIO TO HI-FI

INPUT 1

CABLE

AIR

INPUT 2

TV AS CENTER

INPUT 3 INPUT 4

CableCARD™

CAUTION

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Top faces

OPTICAL OUT

Digital Audio

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Audio Video

VCR

OUTPUT

HDMI INPUT 1

Connect the Cable and/or

Air cables

INPUTS

Input 3 Input 4 Input 5 Cable Air Move SEL Select

First time use

Connecting External Video Sources

CONNECTING A COMPOSITE VIDEO AND STEREO 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 on the right.

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 2 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 CABLE from the INPUTS menu to return to the previous channel.

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

sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2 (see page 14), but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line inputoutput connections.

3. When Input 3 or 4 are used, it’s necessary to connect the video output from the device to the Y/Video input jack of the TV.

CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO SOURCE TO INPUT 1, 2 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 on the right.

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

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

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

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

sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

Connect the Cable and/or

Air cables

MONITOR OUT

I D E O

A U D

I O

AUDIO TO HI-FI

INPUT 1

CABLE

AIR

TV AS CENTER

INPUT 2

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VIDEO

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

INPUT 3 INPUT 4

OPTICAL OUT

Digital Audio

CableCARD™

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Top faces

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HDMI INPUT 1

CAUTION

OUTPUT

VLR

VCR

Connect the

Cable and/or

Air cables

MONITOR OUT

S I V I

V I

A U D

I O

AUDIO TO HI-FI

INPUT 1

CABLE

AIR

TV AS CENTER

INPUT 2

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VIDEO

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

INPUT 3 INPUT 4

OPTICAL OUT

Digital Audio

CableCARD™

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Top faces

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HDMI INPUT 1

CAUTION

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

VCR

First time use

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 on the right. 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 CABLE from the INPUTS menu to return to the previous channel.

NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord

plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. The HDMI input on INPUT 1 contains the copy protection system called Highbandwidth 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 setup of device user settings determines final video appearance.

Connecting External Video Sources

A U D

I D E O

I V

I D E O

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

Y/ VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

AUDIO TO HI-FI

INPUT 1

CABLE

AIR

INPUT 2

TV AS CENTER

INPUT 3 INPUT 4

CableCARD™

CAUTION

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Top faces

OPTICAL OUT

Digital Audio

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DVD Player or HDTV STB

VLR

OUTPUT

DIGITAL OUTPUT

DVI to HDMI Cable

DVI – HDMI

HDMI INPUT 1

Connect the Cable and/or

Air cables

Connect the Cable and/or

Air cables

MONITOR OUT

S I V I D E O

V I D E O

U D I O

AUDIO TO HI-FI

HDMI – HDMI

INPUT 1

CABLE

AIR

TV AS CENTER

INPUT 2

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VIDEO

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

INPUT 3 INPUT 4

OPTICAL OUT

Digital Audio

CableCARD™

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Top faces

Upgrade Card

HDMI INPUT 1

CAUTION

HDMI OUT

DVD Player or HDTV STB

First time use

CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE TO INPUT 3 OR 4: 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 on the right.

2. Connect the cable from the C

B/PB OUT or B-Y OUT

of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (P

B) jack.

3. Connect the cable from the C

R/PR OUT or R-Y OUT

of the laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (P

R) 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 3 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 CABLE from the INPUTS menu to return to the previous channel.

NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord

plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

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

Connecting External Video Sources

Connect the Cable and/or

Air cables

MONITOR OUT

S I V I D E O

V I D E O

A U D I O

AUDIO TO HI-FI

INPUT 1

CABLE

AIR

TV AS CENTER

INPUT 2

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VIDEO

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

INPUT 3 INPUT 4

OPTICAL OUT

Digital Audio

CableCARD™

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OUTPUT

DVD Player

Top faces

Upgrade Card

HDMI INPUT 1

CAUTION

PR PB YLR

The Remote Control

In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-boxes, satellite receivers (SAT) and DVD players 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 press the TV button. The remote will now control your television.

To operate your VCR, point the remote at the remote sensor of the VCR and press the VCR button. The remote will now control your VCR (see page 31 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your VCR).

To operate your cable box, point the remote at the remote sensor of the cable box and press the CABLE (CBL) button. The remote will now control your cable box (see page 28 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 or satellite receiver and press the SAT button. The remote will now control your set-top-box or satellite receiver. If you have a satellite receiver, use this button to program your satellite receiver (see page 29 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your SAT).

To operate your DVD player, point the remote at the remote sensor of the DVD player and press the DVD button. The remote will now control your DVD player (see page 30 for instruction on how to program the remote to control your DVD player).

The Remote Control

 POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode.

 MODE buttons

These buttons allow the remote to control your TV, VCR, DVD, Cable box/Satellite box depending on which button is pressed. Refer to page 20 for how to change between each of these modes.

 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 26).

 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 34 for settings changes).

EXIT

Freeze

How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV

SATCBLVCRDVD

EXIT

DAY/NIGHTPIPASPECTINPUTS

SELECT

INFO

MUTE

GUIDE

LAST CH

FAV

CLU-4361S

VOL CH

The Remote Control

 ASPECT 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.

• Antenna-Analog

• S-Video/Video Input

(Auto Aspect: Off)

• HDMI-480i/480p Input (Auto Aspect: Off)

• Component-480i/480p Input (Auto Aspect: Off)

Note: Please see Appendix A

on page 65.

• Antenna-Digital (4:3)

• S-Video/Video 4:3/Letter

Input (Auto Aspect: On)

• HDMI-480i/480p 4:3/

Letter Input (Auto Aspect: On)

• Component-480i/480p 4:3/

Letter Input (Auto Aspect: On)

Note: Please see Appendix B

on page 65.

• S-Video/Video 16:9 Input

(Auto Aspect: On)

• HDMI-480i/480p 16:9 Input

(Auto Aspect: On)

• Component-480i/480p

16:9 Input (Auto Aspect: On)

Note: Please see Appendix C on page 65.

• Antenna-Digital (16:9)

• HDMI-720p/1080i Input

• Component-720p/1080i

Input

Note: Please see Appendix D

on page 65.

NOTE: 1. The Aspect Style setting you select for an ANT input will automatically be set for the other ANT

input. 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 36).

4:3 STANDARD

Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images. Side panels (gray areas) are placed to the left and right of the image to preserve the original aspect ratio of the source.

4:3 EXPANDED

Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) sources by linearly increasing image expansion from the center towards the edges of the display area in order to fill it.

4:3 ZOOM1/ZOOM2

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

16:9 STANDARD

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

16:9 ZOOM

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

How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV

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The Remote Control

 INPUTS button

When the remote control is in TV mode, press this button to access the INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR and SELECT buttons to scroll and 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.

INPUT 1 Select to choose INPUT 1.

INPUT 2 Select to choose INPUT 2.

INPUT 3 Select to choose INPUT 3.

INPUT 4 Select to choose INPUT 4.

INPUT 5 Select to choose INPUT 5.

CABLE Select to choose Cable.

AIR Select to choose Air.

 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE button

See separate section on pages 25-27 for a description.

 MENU button

The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display.

 GUIDE button

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

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

 EXIT button

This button will exit all On-Screen Displays.

 CURSOR buttons/SELECT button

All the On-Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using the CURSOR buttons and the SELECT button, except for numeric entries. Press the CURSOR buttons toward desired direction and press the SELECT button to select.

 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 (SA), the time, CHANNEL ID and if the TIMER is set.

INFO button display for Analog Channels

INFO button display for Digital Channels

INFO button display when an S-VIDEO Input is connected to INPUT 1

INFO button display for when a COMPONENT VIDEO: Y-P

BPR Input is connected to INPUT 3

NOTE: 1. Press the INFO button again or the EXIT

button to return to normal viewing.

2. The Aspect setting will not be shown if the channel is locked.

INFO

Show Name S-IN: 1



3:00PM-

3:30PM KXYZ-HD

ST TV-G 480i 3:17PM

Day Off 16:9 Standard

INFO

Show Name Y-PBPR: 3 3:00PM-3:30PM KXYZ-HD SA TV-G 480i 3:17PM

Day Off 16:9 Standard

The Remote Control

 VOLUME (VOL), MUTE button

Press the VOLUME button (

 or ) 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 MUTE button. Press the MUTE button again to turn the sound off completely (MUTE). To restore the sound, press the MUTE button one more time, or VOL UP (

).

Closed Captioning will display automatically when MUTE/SOFT MUTE is on and Closed Caption is set to AUTO (see page 52).

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.

 CHANNEL SELECTOR/FAVORITE CHANNEL

(FAV CH) buttons

The CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons are used to select channels, lock access code, etc. Use the CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons to enter one, two, or three numbers 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 (CH) UP (

) or

CHANNEL (CH) DOWN (

).

Press the FAV CH button 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 FAV CH button 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 FAV CH button until the displayed channel turns highlighted GREEN to WHITE.

 (-) DASH button

The (-) DASH button can only be used when the remote control is in Satellite (SAT) mode.

 LAST CHANNEL (LC) button

Press this button to toggle between the current and last channel viewed.

 RECORD button

Press to record programs when the remote is in VCR mode.

Volume 8

Soft Mute 8

MUTE

Mute 8

MUTE

How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV

Cable 6

FAV CH

FAV Cable 6

FAV CH

Cable 6

The Remote Control

Your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection TV 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. When a DIGITAL channel is viewed as the main picture, a DIGITAL channel can not be viewed as a sub picture. When an ANALOG channel or INPUT is viewed as the main picture, an ANALOG channel or INPUT can not be viewed as a sub picture.

To select between main picture and PIP sub-picture tuning, use the CURSOR buttons on the remote. The green highlighted channel display will move with every press of the CURSOR buttons (

 or ).

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.

Use the connection diagram to the right to view VCR program (from Input 1-5) as a sub-picture while viewing another program as main picture (CABLE or AIR). You may also view the VCR program (from Input 1-5) as a main picture while viewing another program as a sub-picture (CABLE or AIR).

When installing a CableCARD, connect your coaxial cable to CABLE (see page 12). AIR will not be available while using a CableCARD.

 PIP button

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.

POP Mode Picture-in-Picture

POP MODE PIP displays the sub-picture outside of the main picture. Use the CURSOR buttons (

 or ) to move the sub-picture. This

feature is not available with a Digital 16:9, 720p and 1080i signal. Please refer to the Picture-in-Picture Modes Table (see page 26).

NOTE: 1. Press the CURSOR buttons (

 or ) to enable the

sub-picture sound.

2. Sub-picture channel availability depends on the channel list.

3. Two INPUTS can’t be viewed in PIP mode. Only one INPUT (1-5) and one antenna (CABLE or AIR).

MAIN PICTURE

SUB

PICTURE

Picture-in-Picture (PIP)

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EXIT

DAY/NIGHTPIPASPECTINPUTS

SELECT

INFO

MUTE

GUIDE

LAST CH

FAV

CLU-4361S

VOL CH





Connect the Cable and/or

Air cables

MONITOR OUT

S I V I D E O

V I D E O

A U D I O

AUDIO TO HI-FI

INPUT 1

CABLE

AIR

TV AS CENTER

INPUT 2

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VIDEO

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

INPUT 3 INPUT 4

OPTICAL OUT

Digital Audio

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Audio Video

OUTPUT

VCR

Top faces

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HDMI INPUT 1

CAUTION

PIP

MAIN PICTURE

SUB

PICTURE

The Remote Control

Picture-in-Picture (PIP)

PIP Mode Picture-in-Picture

This feature is only available with a Digital 16:9, 720p and 1080i signal. To prevent a pattern burn, occasionally move the sub-picture using the CURSOR buttons.

SPLIT Mode Picture-in-Picture

Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and subpicture evenly on the screen.

SURF Mode Picture-in-Picture

Surf Mode PIP automatically scans all active channels (those set in memory) and displays them as PIP subpictures or Thumbnail channels. Press the SELECT button to stop on a chosen channel. Use the remote CURSOR buttons (

, ,  and ) to navigate the

Thumbnail. Press the EXIT button to enable your chosen channel and return to normal viewing.

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.

Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Modes

MAIN PICTURE

SUB PICTURE

MAIN PICTURE

SUB PICTURE

SUB-IMAGE

MAIN PICTURE Digital Tuner

1080i /

720p

480p / 480i / Analog

Tuner / Video / S-Video

PIP

Mode

Format Aspect 16 : 9 4: 3 16 : 9 16 : 9 4 : 3

ANT Digital 4 : 3

- - YES YES YES

16 : 9

YES YES - - -

POP

480p/480i

ANT Analog

Video / S-Video

4 : 3

YES YES - - -

ANT Digital 16 : 9

- - - YES YES

PIP

4 : 3

1080i / 720p 16 : 9

-YES- - -

ANT Digital 16 : 9

- - YES YES YES

PIP

16 : 9

1080i / 720p 16 : 9

YES - - - -

16 : 9

- - YES YES YES

ANT Digital

4 : 3

- - YES YES YES

1080i / 720p 16 : 9

YES YES - - -

16 : 9

YES YES - - -

SPLIT

480p / 480I

ANT Analog

Video / S-Video

4 : 3

YES YES - - -

SURF

12 PIX

--- ---

YES YES - - YES

Yes - Available only in analog tuner.

PIP

MAIN PICTURE

SUB PICTURE

MAIN PICTURE

SUB PICTURE

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8

9 10

The Remote Control

 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.

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.

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.

NOTE: 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.

MAIN PICTURE

SUB PICTURE

Picture-in-Picture (PIP)

Freeze

MAIN PICTURE

EXIT

SUB PICTURE

EXIT

Freeze

EXIT

The Remote Control

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 below 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, press and release the CABLE (CBL) button.

4. Hold down the CBL button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your cable box, as shown below. Release the CBL button.

5. Aim the remote at the cable box and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your cable box when the correct two 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 two digit preset code.

6. The remote will now control your Cable box.

NOTE: 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.

 CABLE (CBL) button

This button allows the remote to control your cable box by setting it to CABLE mode.

 PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes.

 EXCLUSIVE TV buttons

These buttons are for operating the TV.

CABLE BRAND CODES

HAMLIN..................................................................11, 12

JERROLD ........................................................ 00, 01, 02

OAK ........................................................................13, 14

PANASONIC................................................................ 10

PIONEER ................................................................08, 09

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA......................................03, 04, 05

ZENITH...................................................................06, 07

DIGITAL CABLE BRAND CODES

ADELPHIA ....................................................................18

CABLEVISION ..............................................................19

COMCAST....................................................................20

COX ..............................................................................21

MOTOROLA .......................................................17,22,24

PIONEER ......................................................................15

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA..................................................16

TIMEWARNER..............................................................23

MY CABLE BOX CODE IS: _______________________

NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the Cable Box

for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Cable Box.

The Remote Control for Cable Box Functions

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EXIT

DAY/NIGHTPIPASPECTINPUTS

SELECT

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MUTE

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The Remote Control

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 settop-box/satellite systems (refer below for pre-codes).

1. Turn ON your set-top-box/satellite systems.

2. Aim the remote control at the front of your set-topbox/satellite systems.

3. To switch to set-top-box/satellite (STB) pre-coded mode, press and release the SAT button.

4. Hold down the SAT button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your settop-box/satellite receiver, as shown below. Release the SAT button.

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 two digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your set-top-box/satellite receiver. If the set-topbox/satellite receiver does not turn off, try a different two digit preset code.

6. The remote will now control your set-topbox/satellite receiver.

NOTE: 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-topbox/satellite receiver cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, please consult your set-top-box/satellite receiver operating guide.

 SAT (Set-Top-Box/Satellite) button

This button allows the remote to control your settop-box/satellite receiver by setting it to SET-TOPBOX/SATELLITE mode.

 PRE-CODED SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE

RECEIVER buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen pre-coded settop-box/satellite codes.

 EXCLUSIVE TV buttons

These buttons are for operating the TV.

SATELLITE BRAND CODES

ECOSTAR .....................................................................03

HITACHI....................................................................... 00

HUGHES ......................................................................04

RCA ..............................................................................01

SONY ...........................................................................02

SET TOP BOX BRAND CODES

PANASONIC.................................................................05

RCA ............................................................................. 06

SAMSUNG ...................................................................07

ZENITH.........................................................................08

MY SATELLITE RECEIVER/ SET TOP BOX CODE IS: _________________________

NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the set-top-

box/satellite receiver for operation of the buttons exclusively for the set-topbox/satellite receiver.

The Remote Control for Set-Top Box/Satelite Receiver Functions

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

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The Remote Control

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 below 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, press and release the DVD button.

4. Hold down the DVD button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your DVD player, as shown below. Release the DVD button.

5. Aim the remote at the DVD player and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your DVD player when the correct two 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 two 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.

NOTE: 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.

 DVD button

This button allows the remote to control your DVD player by setting it to DVD mode.

 PRECODED DVD Buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen precoded DVD codes.

 EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons

These buttons are for operating the TV.

DVD BRAND CODES

APEX ............................................................................09

GO VIDEO ................................................................... 08

HITACHI........................................................................00

KENWOOD ...................................................................10

PANASONIC.................................................................02

PIONEER ..................................................................... 03

RCA ............................................................................. 04

SAMSUNG ...................................................................06

SANYO .........................................................................07

SONY ...........................................................................01

TOSHIBA ......................................................................05

MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS: ______________________

NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the DVD player

for operation of the buttons exclusively for the DVD player.

The Remote Control for DVD Functions

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EXIT

DAY/NIGHTPIPASPECTINPUTS

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The Remote Control

OPERATING THE PRECODED FUNCTION FOR YOUR VCR.

This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your VCR (refer below for pre-codes).

1. Turn ON your VCR.

2. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR.

3. To switch to VCR pre-coded mode, press and release the VCR button.

4. Hold down the VCR button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your VCR, as shown below. Release the VCR button.

5. Aim the remote at the VCR and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your VCR when the correct two digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your VCR. If the VCR does not turn off, try a different two digit preset code.

6. The remote will now control your VCR.

NOTE: 1. If your VCR cannot be operated after

performing the above procedures, your VCR’s code has not been precoded into the remote.

2. In the unlikely event that your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, please consult your VCR operating guide.

4. Press the Record button twice to record.

 VCR button

This button allows the remote to control your VCR player by setting it to VCR mode.

 PRECODED VCR Buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes.

 EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons

These buttons are for operating the TV.

VCR BRAND CODES

AIWA.............................................................................20

FUNAI.......................................................................... 21

HITACHI ...................................00, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06

JVC...............................................................................13

MITSUBISHI .......................................................... 16, 17

PANASONIC...........................................................10, 11

SAMSUNG .............................................................14, 15

SHARP .........................................................................18

SONY ...............................................................07, 08, 09

TOSHIBA ......................................................................12

ZENITH.........................................................................19

MY VCR PLAYER CODE IS: ______________________

NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the VCR for

operation of the buttons exclusively for the VCR.

The Remote Control for VCR Functions

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1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection TV.

2. Press the CURSOR buttons to navigate and highlight a different feature of the On-Screen Display menu. Press the SELECT button to select.

3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu.

On-Screen Display

Move SEL Select

Setup

Timers

Locks

Channel Manager

Audio

Video

On-Screen Display

Picture Mode Select between the two picture

modes; Day and Night. Contrast Adjust contrast. Brightness Adjust brightness. Color Adjust color. Tint Adjust tint. Sharpness Adjust sharpness. Color Temperature Set this to High for less intense

color with more blue, set to

Medium for natural color, set to

Standard for standard colors or

Black and White for more

reddish color. Black Enhancement Enhance picture brightness in

light scenes. Contrast Mode Choose Automatic Contrast

settings. Noise Reduction Reduces conspicuous noise in

the picture. Auto Movie Mode Turn ON/OFFthe 3:2 Pulldown

detection feature. Aspect Choose the picture format

aspect ratio. Black Side Panel Set the gray side bars on/off

when watching 4:3 signals in

standard mode. Reset Video Settings Choose the Reset Video

settings.

Treble Adjust the treble. Bass Adjust the bass. Balance Adjust the balance. SRS Select SRS settings (Off, Wide,

Normal) BBE Select BBE settings (Off, Soft,

Hard) Audio Source Select between three Audio

Sources. Internal Speakers Select internal or external

speakers. Auto Noise Cancel Eliminates the noise between

stations. Perfect Volume Adjust volume in fixed setting. Loudness Adjust Loudness. Language Select Language options if

available. Digital Output Select Optical Output options. DRC Select Dynamic Range

Compression to ON or OFF.

Signal Meter Access Signal Meter. Auto Channel Scan Set Auto Channel Scan. Channel List Set Channel List.

Change Access Code Change Lock access code. Engage Lock Choose to lock channel or

front panel.

Movie Ratings Block various types of movies

and video types based on motion picture ratings.

TV Ratings Block 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 Clock Set Clock Settings. Set Sleep Timer Set Sleep Timer intervals

(30 min. intervals, 00:30-3:00).

Set Day/Night Timer Set Day/Night picture mode

settings.

Set Event Timer Set viewing reservation for TV

programs.

Menu Preference Choose English, French, or

Spanish text.

Lamp Power Control Automatic Power Saving

Feature.

Set The Inputs

Label Video Inputs, VCR, DVD,

etc. Set Closed Captions Feature to display dialogue/text. Set Monitor Out Set Monitor Out source. Upgrades Select to upgrade TV software. Quick Start Up Select the TV Quick Start Up

options.

NOTES: 1. The Signal Meter feature of the Channel

Manager OSD is only available for Digital signals.

2. The Language, Digital Output, and the Dynamic Range Compression feature of the Audio OSD are only available for Digital channels.

On-Screen Display

Video

Audio

Channel Manager

Locks

Timers

Setup

On-Screen Display

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.

Picture Mode

Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV’s performance.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight and

select PICTURE MODE settings.

2. Press EXIT to quit menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu.

Function Day Night

Contrast 100% 90% Brightness 50% 50% Color 50% 30% Tint 50% 50% Sharpness 50% 20% Color Temperature High Standard Black Enhancement Middle Off Contrast Mode Dynamic Normal Noise Reduction Low Low Black Side Panel On On

1. Use the CURSOR buttons  or  to highlight the function to be adjusted.

2. Press the CURSOR buttons

 or  to adjust the function. Press the SELECT button to select the function

settings.

3. Press MENU to return to main menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu.

4. Press EXIT to quit menu.

Contrast

Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture.

Brightness

Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness.

Color

Use this function to adjust the level of color in the picture.

Tint

Use this function to adjust flesh tones so they appear natural.

Sharpness

Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture. Sharpness function will be disabled when Noise Reduction is set to High.

Video

Audio

Channel Manager

Locks

Timers

Setup

Move SEL Select

Video

Picture Mode Day

Contrast

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Color Temperature

Black Enhancement

Contrast Mode

Move

SEL Select

Picture Mode Day

Next/Prev Select

100%

50%

High

Dynamic

SEL Return

Video

Picture Mode Day

Contrast

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Color Temperature

Black Enhancement

Contrast Mode

Move

SEL Return

Video

Sharpness

Color Temperature

Black Enhancement

Contrast Mode

Noise Reduction

Auto Movie Mode

Aspect

Black Side Panel

Reset Video Settings

Move

SEL Return

100%

50%

High

Dynamic

50%

High

Dynamic

Low

Off

On-Screen Display

Color Temperature

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.

Black Enhancement

Use this function to enhance Picture brightness in light scenes using the settings off, low, middle and high.

Contrast Mode

Use this function to choose between 2 Contrast Mode settings. Set to Dynamic for darker images more in the level of Black and set to Normal for a balanced White to Black level.

NOTE: 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-P

BPR input jacks.

3. CABLE and AIR share a Video setting. Also, each of the video inputs have their own independent settings.

4. If CONTRAST is set to minimum level, the OSD will be difficult to see.

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. When Noise Reduction is set to High, Sharpness function is disabled (grayed out).

Auto Movie Mode

The Auto Movie Mode turns the 3:2 PULLDOWN DETECTION SPECIAL FEATURE ON or OFF. 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 LCD Rear Projection Television will activate the circuitry for this special feature to improve video performance when watching film based sources.

NOTE: 1. When using Progressive Scan Component or HDMI input (ex. 480p or 720p), Auto Movie Mode will

not be available (grayed out).

2. All video settings are independent of each other based on it’s input (Cable, Air, Input 1~5, Photo Input).

Aspect

Use this function to select the Picture Format Aspect Ratio.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight the

function to be adjusted.

2. Press the CURSOR buttons

 or  to select ON

or OFF.

3. Press the CURSOR buttons

 or  to select

ASPECT MODE.

Auto Aspect

Automatically adjust the Aspect Ratio depending on the input signal to fill the screen.

NOTE: 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/HDMI signals.

3. See page 22 for ASPECT MODE availability.

4. Press the CURSOR buttons

 or  to select VERTICAL POSITION.

Auto Aspect : Off Mode : 16:9 Standard Vertical Position : 0

Aspect

Video

Move

SEL Return

Video

On-Screen Display

Vertical Position

This function allows you to select when aspect style is either 4:3 EXPANDED/ZOOM1/ZOOM2 or 16:9 ZOOM. Vertical position can be changed with these modes. 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).

NOTE: Vertical Position will not be available in 4:3 STANDARD and 16:9 STANDARD MODES.

5. Press MENU to return to main menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu.

6. Press EXIT to quit menu.

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. The TV set will always return to “Set Black Side Panel - OFF” setting every time the TV is powered “OFF”.

NOTE: To maximize operating life of the TV’s picture tubes when watching 4:3 signal, Black Side Panel is

cancelled at Power OFF. It is recommended to watch 4:3 signal with gray side bar.

Reset Video Settings

This function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and return it to the Day VIDEO mode.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight the

function to be adjusted.

2. Press the SELECT button to select RESET VIDEO SETTINGS.

3. Use the CURSOR button

 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 Input 1, only Input 1 will return to factory conditions.

NOTE: 1. If YES is selected, the VIDEO MENU

SETTINGS will be reset to the original

factory settings on all modes during the next power on/off

2. Channel List, Volume level and Last-CH selection remains unchanged.

Video

Sharpness

Color Temperature

Black Enhancement

Contrast Mode

Noise Reduction

Auto Movie Mode

Aspect

Black Side Panel

Reset Video Settings

Move

SEL Return

Video

Reset Video Settings

Select “Reset” to return the video menu settings

on this Input to the original factory settings. Reset Select “Yes” to fix the Video Menu Settings to the original factory Settings on all modes after Power “ON”.

No Yes

SEL Return

Move

50%

High

Middle

Dynamic

Off

On-Screen Display

Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight the

function to be adjusted.

2. Press the CURSOR buttons

 or  to adjust the

function.

3. 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

This function controls the high frequency audio to all speakers.

Bass

This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers.

Balance

This function will control the left to right balance of the Projection TV internal speakers.

SRS

Based on the principles of the human hearing system, SRS technology delivers and exciting and realistic 3D Sound experience from just two external speakers (or) the two internal speakers of your HITACHI Television. If your HITACHI Television is connected to an external audio system, SRS will also create an incredible 3D sound experience from two speakers and even enhance a complete multi-speaker surround sound system.

SRS and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. SRS technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

BBE

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.

Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP5510752 and 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.

On-Screen Display

Audio Source

Multi-Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural sound) used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast or SECOND AUDIO PROG (SA) which may be a secondary language, weather report, etc.

The sources received will be displayed at the top left edge of the TV. The source you select will be displayed above the sources received. See example to the right for each selection when both stereo and second audio are received (monaural is always received).

1. Press the INFO button to display your settings.

Internal Speakers

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.

Auto Noise Cancel

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.

Perfect Volume

This function will automatically adjust volume so each channel and input has the same average volume level.

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.

Audio

INFO

Show Name S-IN: 1 3:00PM-



3:30PM KXYZ-HD

ST TV-G 480i 3:17PM

Day Off 16:9 Standard

INFO

Show Name Y-PBPR: 3 3:00PM-3:30PM KXYZ-HD SA TV-G 480i 3:17PM

Day Off 16:9 Standard

On-Screen Display

Use the functions below if your TV is connected to an amplifier/receiver with OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT with Dolby Digital or PCM decoder capabilities.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight the

function to be adjusted.

2. Press the CURSOR buttons

 or  to adjust the

function.

3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select AUDIO to return to the main menu.

Language

Some programs transmit more than one DTV language option. Most will have English as a default language. The language function will allow you to select up to 4 language options (if available).

Digital Output

This function allows you to select between Dolby

Digital and PCM.

Dolby®Digital Select this feature if the TV is connected to an amplifier/ receiver with a Dolby®Digital only

decoder; it will provide six independent soundtrack channels through the optical output jack (Digital Audio).

PCM Select this feature if the TV is connected to an amplifier/ receiver with a PCM only

decoder; it will provide two independent soundtrack channels through the optical output jack (Digital Audio).

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

DRC

Dynamic Range Compression - Use this function to compress the range of sound volume. By compressing the range of sound volume, it is possible not only to suppress the output of loud sound at night but also to raise the volume of low sound. This is only effective when the TV is connected via the optical out (digital audio) to an amplifier/receiver with a Dolby® Digital decoder. The default setting is ON. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to

select the chosen options.

NOTE: These functions are only available when viewing digital programs.

Audio

Tre bl e

Bass

Balance

SRS

BBE

Audio Source

Internal Speakers

Auto Noise Cancel

Perfect Volume

Move

SEL Return

Audio

BBE

Audio Source

Internal Speakers

Auto Noise Cancel

Perfect Volume

Loudness

Language

Digital Output

DRC

Move

SEL Return

50%

L R

Off

Hard

Stereo

Off

Hard

Stereo

Off

1 [Unknown]

Dolby Digital

On-Screen Display

Select CHANNEL MANAGER to set your Antenna options, run Auto Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter and Set Channel List.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight the

function to be adjusted.

2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR button

 to

select.

Signal Meter

Select SIGNAL METER when using an indoor or outdoor antenna. This feature will show the signal strength and peak values of the Antenna signal to help you adjust your antenna to optimize signal reception.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight

SIGNAL METER.

2. Press the SELECT button to select.

NOTE: The Signal Meter will not be available (grayed

out) when watching analog channels.

Channel Manager

Video

Audio

Channel Manager

Locks

Timers

Setup

Move SEL Select

Channel Manager

Signal Meter

Auto Channel Scan

Channel List

Move

SEL Return

Channel Manager

Signal Meter

Auto Channel Scan

Channel List

SEL Return

Move

Channel Manager

Signal Meter

Channel 15-1 Strength 91 Peak 91 Close

Move SEL Return

On-Screen Display

Auto Channel Scan

This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Scan memory.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight

CABLE or AIR.

2. Press the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight the

START or RESET option.

3. Press the SELECT button to select.

NOTE: 1. When a CableCARD is installed, Auto

Channel Scan for CABLE will not be available.

2. If certain channels are poor or not possible in Cable (1) mode, set cable source to Cable (2) by using the CURSOR buttons



or .

Channel List

This function allows you to review which channels are labeled (CH ID), which have been added to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), which are protected by LOCK and which are your FAVORITE (FAV) CHANNELS.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons navigate the Channel List.

2. Press the SELECT button to select ON or OFF on the SCAN and LOCK Columns.

3. To select the LOCK column, input the access code. (Default access code: 0000)

4. Press the FAV button to set or remove the FAVORITES settings.

5. Press the EXIT button to return to normal viewing.

NOTE: 1. When a CableCARD is installed, the

Channel List will be dependent on channels agreed upon by you and your cable operator.

2. The Channel List cannot be updated by only changing the Cable Source. Auto Channel Scan must also be performed for the Channel List to be updated.

Channel Manager

Signal Meter

Auto Channel Scan

Channel List

SEL Return

Move

Channel Manager

Auto Channel Scan

Cable Auto Channel Scan Start Reset Cable Source Cable(1) Air Auto Channel Scan Start Reset

Move SEL Return

Channel Manager

Signal Meter

Auto Channel Scan

Channel List

Move

SEL Return

INFO

Channel Manager

Channel List

8:01 PM FAV CH# Scan Lock ID ❑ 6 On Off ------ ❑ 7 On Off ------ ❑ 8 On Off ------ ❑ 9 On Off ------ ❑ 10 On Off ------ ❑ 11 On Off ------ ❑ 12 On Off ------ ❑ 13 On Off -------

■ Show name

Move SEL On/Off INFO Detail

3:00PM-3:30PM

On-Screen Display

This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input.

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.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight the

function.

2. Press the SELECT button to select.

Change Access Code

1. To change the ACCESS CODE NUMBER, select CHANGE ACCESS CODE to change the factory preset code (0000) to your preference.

If you forget your ACCESS CODE NUMBER, use the factory code 7777 to erase your key number. This will reset the access code number back to the factory preset (0000).

2. Enter a new four digit number.

3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select CHANGE ACCESS CODE to return to the previous menu.

Engage Lock

When ENGAGE LOCK is selected, SET CHANNEL 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 FRONT PANEL LOCK is turned on, all buttons on the Front Panel will be deactivated, except the POWER button.

When MOVIE RATINGS is selected, you can block various types of movies and video tapes based on motion picture ratings. Picture-in-Picture will also be blocked automatically (see page 43).

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 44).

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 45-46).

NOTE: If MOVIE/TV RATINGS LOCK function settings are ON, SURF will be deactivated.

Locks

Video

Audio

Channel Manager

Locks

Timers

Setup

Move SEL Select

Please Enter Access Code

Access Code: - - - -

[#Keys] Enter Code

Locks

Change Access Code

Engage Lock

Movie Ratings

TV Ratings

Canadian Ratings(Eng)

Canadian Ratings(Frn)

Move SEL Select

On-Screen Display

Movie Ratings

Use Movie Ratings to prevent viewing of any movie that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to select the

MOVIE RATING category that you want to block.

2. 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.

3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select MOVIE RATING to return to the previous menu.

Motion Picture Ratings Table

NOT RATED Contains no rating. Not Rated (NR) and Not Applicable (NA) programs. Movie has not

been rated or ratings do not apply. G General audiences. All ages admitted. PG Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children. PG-13 Parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. R Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. NC-17 No one 17 and under admitted. X Adults only

NOTE: 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 programs may block emergency programming, sports, news, public service announcements, religious programs and weather.

3. If a CableCARD is installed, your cable operator may provide an Emergency Alert System (EAS) message in the event of a local or national emergency with the purpose of alerting the general public. When you receive such messages, the Television will immediately tune to an EAS channel as directed by the EAS message. Please be advised that if the EAS channel is blocked using the LOCKS feature, you will not be able to tune to that channel.

Locks

Change Access Code

Engage Lock

Movie Ratings

TV Ratings

Canadian Ratings(Eng)

Canadian Ratings(Frn)

Move SEL Select

Locks

Movie Ratings

Status Not Rated G PG PG-13 R NC-17 X

Move SEL Return

On-Screen Display

Locks

TV Ratings

Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of any TV program that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to select the TV

RATING category that you want to block.

2. Press SELECT to block the TV RATING that you have selected.

3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select TV RATING to return to the previous menu.

TV Parental Guide Ratings Table

On-Screen Display

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.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to select the

CANADIAN RATINGS (ENG) category that you want to block.

2. Press SELECT to block 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.

3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select CANADIAN RATINGS (ENG) to return to the previous menu.

Canadian Ratings English Table

C Programming intended for children under age 8 - Violence Guidelines; Careful attention is

paid to themes, which could threaten children’s sense of security and well-being. There will be no realistic scenes of violence. Depictions of aggressive behaviour 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.

C8+ Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on

their own - Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict; or encourage children to imitate dangerous 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.

G 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 effects of violent acts. Other Content Guidelines: There may be some inoffensive slang, no profanity and no nudity.

PG 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 conflict 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.

14+ Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the

age of 14 - Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permitting viewing by pre-teens and early teens. Violence Guidelines: May contain intense 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.

18+ Adult - Violence Guidelines: May contain violence integral to the development of the plot,

character or theme, intended for adult audiences. Other Content Guidelines: May contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and/or sex.

Locks

Change Access Code

Engage Lock

Movie Ratings

TV Ratings

Canadian Ratings(Eng)

Canadian Ratings(Frn)

Move SEL Select

Locks

Canadian Ratings(Eng)

Status C C8+ G PG 14+ 18+

Move SEL Return

On-Screen Display

Canadian Ratings (Frn)

Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various program ratings that you feel might be inappropriate in its content.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to select the

CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) category that you want to block.

2. Press SELECT to block 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 blocked automatically.

3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to return to the previous menu.

Canadian Ratings French Chart

G General - Programming intended for audiences of all ages. Contains no violence, or the

violence content is minimal or is depicted appropriately with humor or caricature or in an unrealistic manner.

8 ans + 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.

13 ans + Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13 - Contains either a 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.

16 ans + Programming is not suitable for children under the age of 16 - Contains frequent scenes of

violence or intense violence.

18 ans + Programming restricted to adults - Contains constant violence or scenes of extreme

violence.

Locks

Change Access Code

Engage Lock

Movie Ratings

TV Ratings

Canadian Ratings(Eng)

Canadian Ratings(Frn)

Move SEL Select

Locks

Canadian Ratings(Frn)

Status G 8 ans + 13 ans + 16 ans + 18 ans +

Move SEL Return

On-Screen Display

Select TIMERS to set your Clock, Sleep Timer, Event Timer and Day/Night Timer Recordings.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight the

function to be adjusted.

2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR button

 to

select.

Set The Clock

The Clock must be adjusted before you can use the SET EVENT TIMER or DAY/NIGHT TIMER feature.

1. Use the CURSOR button

 to highlight the chosen

TIME ZONE settings. Use CURSOR buttons

 or

 to set TIME ZONE and press SELECT to set.

2. Press CURSOR button

 to select Date. Use

CURSOR buttons

, ,  or  to set Month, Day

and Year. Press SELECT to set.

3. Press CURSOR button

 to select Time. Use

CURSOR buttons

, ,  or  to set Hour,

Minute, AM or PM. Press SELECT to set.

4. If you observe Daylight Saving Time, press CURSOR button

 to select AUTOMATICALLY

ADJUST CLOCK FOR DAYLIGHT SAVINGS CHANGES and press SELECT to set.

Press EXIT to quit the menu or select SET THE CLOCK to return to the previous menu.

NOTE: 1. When AUTOMATICALLY ADJUST CLOCK FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING CHANGES is checked

■

✔, the TV

will automatically calculate the clock adjustment for Daylight Saving.

2. When the CableCARD is used, the TV will SET THE CLOCK automatically.

3. The TV counts electrical pulses for regulating the TIMERS. When the power cord is unplugged then plugged in quickly, the clock is stopped momentarily and the TIME indication will become slow.

Timers

Video

Audio

Channel Manager

Locks

Timers

Setup

Move SEL Select

Timers

Set The Clock

Set Sleep Timer

Set Day/Night Timer

Set Event Timer

Move SEL Set

Timers

Set The Clock

Set Sleep Timer

Set Day/Night Timer

Set Event Timer

Move SEL Set

-- : -- AM PST

0:00

Not Set

-- : -- AM PST

0:00

Not Set

Timers

Set The Clock

Time Zone : PST Date : Jan. 1 2005 Time : -- : -- AM

❑ Automatically adjust clock for daylight savings changes.

Move SEL Return

On-Screen Display

Set Sleep Timer

Select this feature to set your SLEEP TIMER from 30 minutes to 3 hours (30 minute increments).

1. Press the CURSOR buttons

 or  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.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 to select ACTIVATE.

Press SELECT button to set (a check mark will appear in the box).

2. Use the CURSOR button

 to select DAY MODE

ON. Using CURSOR buttons

, ,  or , set

the ON TIMER. Press the SELECT button to set.

3. Use the CURSOR button

 to select DAY MODE

OFF. Using CURSOR buttons

, ,  or , set

the OFF TIMER Press the SELECT button to set.

4. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select SET DAY/NIGHT TIMER to return to the previous menu.

NOTE: When the clock is changed in the SET THE

CLOCK function, this feature is disabled.

Set Day/Night Timer

Set Sleep Timer

Set Event Timer

Set The Clock

Timers

Move SEL Set

Not Set

0:00

-- : -- AM PST

Timers

Set The Clock

Set Sleep Timer

Set Day/Night Timer

Set Event Timer

Move SEL Set

Timers

Set Day/Night Timer

❑ activate Day Mode On : 06:00 AM Day Mode Off : 06:00 PM

Move SEL Return

-- : -- AM PST

0:00

Not Set

On-Screen Display

Timers

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 47).

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight

EVENT 1, EVENT 2, EVENT 3, EVENT 4 and then press the SELECT button to select. A ✔ in the box means the selected event is enabled.

2. Use the CURSOR buttons

,  or  to highlight

and select START TIME HOUR/MINUTE, AM OR PM.

3. Use the CURSOR buttons

,  or  to highlight

and select FINISH TIME HOUR/MINUTE, AM or PM.

4. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to set MONTH,

DAY and YEAR.

5. Use the CURSOR buttons

,  or  to highlight

and select CABLE or AIR.

6. Use the CURSOR buttons

,  or  to set the

channel the TV will tune to.

NOTE: 1. When the INFO button is pressed, the Event Timer Icon in the bottom right corner of the screen will

display the start time.

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.

4. When a CableCARD is installed or removed, EVENT SETTINGS of the CABLE mode are cancelled.

5. When the CLOCK is changed in the SET THE CLOCK function, events are disabled and the check mark is removed

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.

Set Event Timer

Timers

Set Day/Night Timer

Set Sleep Timer

Set Event Timer

Set The Clock

Timers

Move SEL Set

Not Set

0:00

-- : -- PST

Move SEL Return

Please Set Clock First

4:11 PM ❑ Event1 : -- : -- AM



-- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005

Cable ------- ❑ Event2 : -- : -- AM



-- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005

Cable ------- ❑ Event3 : -- : -- AM



-- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005

Cable ------- ❑ Event4 : -- : -- AM



-- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005

Cable -------

Set Event Timer

Timers

Move SEL Return

4:11 PM

❑ Event1 : -- : -- AM



-- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005

Cable ------- ❑ Event2 : -- : -- AM



-- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005

Cable ------- ❑ Event3 : -- : -- AM



-- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005

Cable ------- ❑ Event4 : -- : -- AM



-- : -- AM Jan. 1 2005

Cable -------

On-Screen Display

Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight the

function to be adjusted.

2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR button



to select.

Menu Preference

This feature will allow you to select any one of three different languages for all on-screen displays.

Set the Language

This function allows you to choose from three menu languages.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight the

language of your choice.

2. Press EXIT to quit menu or select MENU PREFERENCE to return to previous menu.

Set the Menu Background

This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight

SET THE MENU BACKGROUND (SHADED OR SOLID).

2. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR button

 to

return to previous menu.

3. Select SOLID for a black background (no picture can be seen behind menu screen), or select SHADED for a light background.

Menu Preference

Setup

Move SEL Return

Set The Language : English Set The Menu Background : Shaded

Setup

Video

Audio

Channel Manager

Locks

Timers

Setup

Move SEL Select

Setup

Menu Preference

Lamp Power Control

Set The Inputs

Set Closed Captions

Set Monitor Out

Upgrades

Quick Start Up

Move SEL Set

Setup

Menu Preference

Lamp Power Control

Set The Inputs

Set Closed Captions

Set Monitor Out

Upgrades

Quick Start Up

Move SEL Set

Setup

Menu Preference

Set The Language : English Set The Menu Background : Shaded

Move SEL Return

On-Screen Display

Lamp Power Control

Use this featureto have the TV turned OFF automatically when a video signal is not detected for 15 minutes.

1. Press the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight

Yes or No.

Set The Inputs

Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs. A named input is shown in the INPUTS menu.

1. Press the CURSOR buttons

, ,  or  to

highlight the name of the video inputs.

2. Select from one of the following choices to set an input name: A/V Receiver, DVD, DVD2, VCR, VCR2, Cable (STB), Satellite, PVR, DVD Recorder, CAM, LB, Gray out (Skip), Hide (Skip)

Note: The inputs labeled Gray out (Skip) or Hide

(Skip) are disabled in the INPUTS selection.

Setup

Menu Preference

Lamp Power Control

Set The Inputs

Set Closed Captions

Set Monitor Out

Upgrades

Quick Start Up

Move SEL Set

Setup

Lamp Power Control

Automatic Power Saving Yes No Select yes to have the TV turn off automatically when a video signal is not detected for 15 minutes

Move SEL Return

Setup

Menu Preference

Lamp Power Control

Set The Inputs

Set Closed Captions

Set Monitor Out

Upgrades

Quick Start Up

Move SEL Set

Setup

Set The Inputs

Input1 :

****

Input2 :

****

Input3 :

****

Input4 :

****

Auto Link : Off Input5 :

Move SEL Return

****

On-Screen Display

Setup

INPUT 4 Auto Link

Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to INPUT 4 when it detects a video signal to INPUT 4.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight the

AUTO LINK setting of your choice.

2. When AUTO is selected, the TV will turn on and tune to INPUT 4 automatically, when the Input 4 input device is turned on. This is convenient when you want to watch a movie with your VCR, laserdisc player or DVD player.

3. When REMOTE is selected, the TV will turn on and switch to Input 4 automatically when the INPUT 4 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.

4. Select OFF to disable this function.

5. Press EXIT to quit menu or select AUTO LINK to return to previous menu.

NOTE: 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 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 or .

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

, ,  or  to

highlight and select the function to change.

2. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR button

 to

return to previous menu.

Caption Display:

ON/OFF will turn the display on or off. AUTO will turn the display on when

Mute/Soft Mute is on.

Analog Captions:

Set CAPTIONS for Analog programs. This function will help choose and set available mode and channel.

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 every program.

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).

Set The Inputs

Setup

Move SEL Return

Input1 :

****

Input2 :

****

Input3 :

****

Input4 :

****

Auto Link : Off

Input5 :

****

Setup

Menu Preference

Lamp Power Control

Set The Inputs

Set Closed Captions

Set Monitor Out

Upgrades

Quick Start Up

Move SEL Set

Setup

Set Closed Captions

Caption Display : Off

Analog Mode : Captions Channel : 1

Digital Language : 1(Unknown) Font : Default H i t a c h i Size : Standard Style : Standard

Move SEL Return

On-Screen Display

Digital Captions

Set captions for digital programs. This function will help choose and set available language, font, size and style of digital captions.

1. Use the CURSOR buttons

, ,  or  to

highlight and select DIGITAL CAPTIONS feature.

2. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR button

 to

return to previous menu.

NOTE: 1. Some types of digital closed captions will not work with this TV.

2. Caption Display will not work when viewing a 480p, 720p or 1080i input via the

COMPONENT: Y-P

BPR inputs.

3. When PIP SURF is on, Closed Caption will not work.

4. Digital Captions Font Style are sometimes different from the Font Style of Analog Captions.

5. Closed Caption and Digital Captions availability and content depends on the broadcaster. Closed Caption is available when Closed Caption icon is displayed on screen.

6. Digital Captions will not be available (grayed out) when using analog channels.

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 (CABLE, AIR, INPUT 1-5) 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 (CABLE, AIR).

Fixed

Select AUDIO OUT FIXED to have the Audio at fixed volume.

Variable

Select AUDIO OUT VARIABLE to have Audio volume that can be controlled by the LCD Rear Projection TV Volume Up/Down.

1. Use CURSOR button

 or  to highlight the function to change

2. Use the CURSOR button

 or  to select the function.

3. Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET MONITOR OUT to return to previous menu.

NOTE: 1. When TV TUNER OUT is selected, VARIABLE AUDIO OUT will not be available (grayed out).

2. When using MONITOR OUT for recording, set the VIDEO OUT to MONITOR.

Set Closed Captions

Setup

Move SEL Return

Caption Display : Off

Analog Mode : Captions Channel : 1

Digital Language : 1(Unknown) Font : Default H i t a c h i Size : Standard Style : Standard

Setup

Menu Preference

Lamp Power Control

Set The Inputs

Set Closed Captions

Set Monitor Out

Upgrades

Quick Start Up

Move SEL Set

Setup

Set Monitor Out

Video Out : Monitor Video In : Fixed

Move SEL Return

Video Out Audio Out Use Monitor Fixed To record currently viewed Video and Audio. Monitor Variable When an external device like a monitor or Hi-Fi audio system is connected to the audio and video output of the TV. You can control the volume output by changing the volume of the TV. TV Tuner Out Fixed To record currently viewed Video and Audio from either Cable or Air.

On-Screen Display

MONITOR: Available Monitor Out Signals

TV TUNER OUT: Available Monitor Out Signals

Setup

Input Mode Monitor Out S-Video Video L/R HiFi ANT Digital No Macrovision S-Video YES YES YES YES (Air or Channel Macrovision S-Video - - - YES Cable) Analog Channel Video - YES YES YES Input 1 HDMI_1 - - - YES S-Video_1 YES YES YES YES Video_1 - YES YES YES Input 2 S-Video_2 YES YES YES YES Video_2 - YES YES YES Input 3 Y-PbPr_3 - - - YES Video_3 - YES YES YES Input4 Y-PbPr_4 - - - YES Video_4 - YES YES YES Input5 S-Video_5 YES YES YES YES Video_5 - YES YES YES

Input Mode Monitor Out (TV Tuner Out) S-Video Video L/R HiFi ANT Digital No Macrovision S-Video YES YES YES YES (Air or Channel ANT ANT ANT ANT Cable) Macrovision S-Video - - - YES ANT Analog Channel Video - YES YES YES ANT ANT ANT Input 1 HDMI_1 Y-PbPr YES YES YES YES S-Video_1 ANT ANT ANT ANT Video_1 digital Input 2 S-Video_2 ONLY Video_2 Input 3 Y-PbPr_3 Video_3 Input4 Y-PbPr_4 Video_4 Input5 S-Video_5 Video_5

On-Screen Display

Upgrades

It shows software information and easy upgrade procedure. This function allows the TV software to be upgraded by using a flash card (MMC CARD). If a future software upgrade is required for your TV, HITACHI will notify and provide you with a flash card. In order to receive written notification and the flash card, please complete and return the warranty card.

1. Insert MMC CARD

2. Press the CURSOR buttons

 or  to highlight

UPGRADE NOW.

3. Press the SELECT button to select and start upgrading.

4. Unplug the power cord when the upgrade is complete.

NOTE: Any power interruption during the upgrade

process will cancel the upgrade. When this happens, repeat the upgrade procedure.

Quick Start Up

This feature will select QUICK START UP options. Set this feature to ON to have the TV tune channels (both Analog and Digital) quickly when first turning the TV on. Set this feature to OFF to save electricity. Selecting ON for the QUICK START UP feature will activate the TV tuners circuits when the TV is in “standby mode” which is commonly referred to as “off”. This will allow you to quickly tune to channels when first turning the TV on. Digital signals often change and this feature will monitor any changes and prepare the television to quickly present a picture. A small amount of electricity is used to continually monitor signals when this feature is selected.

Setup

Menu Preference

Lamp Power Control

Set The Inputs

Set Closed Captions

Set Monitor Out

Upgrades

Quick Start Up

Move SEL Set

Setup

Upgrades

Software Version # : Main Vxxxx.xxxx

MMC Software Upgrade Upgrade Now

Please Insert MMC card before upgrading.

Move SEL Return

Setup

Menu Preference

Lamp Power Control

Set The Inputs

Set Closed Captions

Set Monitor Out

Upgrades

Quick Start Up

Move SEL Set

Setup

Quick Start Up

Select ON to have the TV tune channels quickly at 1st turn on.

Select OFF to save electricity Off On

Move SEL Return

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 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 eRecycle.org (in California), 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 63).

NOTES:

• Contact your Hitachi dealer for a new lamp unit. Using other lamps may cause damage to the TV Set.

MODEL#

LAMP TYPE PART#

50C20 LP520 UX21518

• 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.

Lamp Replacement

1. Turn off the main power switch and unplug the power cord. Wait at least 30 minutes to allow the lamp to cool down before replacing it.

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 snap on. Pull the cover outwards until the quick snap on disengages.

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.”

120V

LAMP COMPARTMENT

FRONT COVER

PULL

Lamp Replacement

3. Remove the screw securing the lamp cover with a Phillips head screw driver as shown. Remove the lamp cover.

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, your 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.

Lamp Replacement

SCREW

LAMP COVER

PHILLIP HEAD

SCREW DRIVER

HANDLE

REMOVE SCREWS

LAMP UNIT

HANDLE

LAMP UNIT

HANDLE

TIGHTEN THE SCREWS

Lamp Replacement

6. If the lamp cover is not installed, 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 9).

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.

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 eRecycle.org (in California), the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org (in the US) or Electronic Product Stewardship Canada atwww.epsc.ca (in Canada). For more information, call “1-800-Hitachi”.

Lamp Replacement

120V

SCREW

LAMP COVER

PHILLIP HEAD

SCREW DRIVER

Useful Information

TROUBLESHOOTING

HITACHI LCD Rear Projection Television 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 LCD Rear Projection Television.

Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft DRY cloth.

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 use a wet cloth to clean the screen.

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..

Equipment Care and Troubleshooting

Useful Information

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.

BLOCK NOISE (DIGITAL INPUT):

Fuzzy blocks may appear in some area or the whole area of the screen. This is usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, ghosting of the image and weak signals.

BLACK SCREEN:

When using an antenna, weak signals will display a black screen. It may be necessary to upgrade your antenna.

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.

Useful Information

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

B/PR

• Six Aspect Modes

• Closed Caption Decoder

• 2-Tuner Picture in Picture

• 2 Antenna Inputs (Either for Analog/Digital)

• Video Input Sensor

• HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) (High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection V1.1 compatible).

• Digital Audio Output (Dolby

Digital and PCM)

• 3 Dimensional Y/C Comb Filter

• Compatible with 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i input signals.

• CableCARD

compatible - Contact your local

cable operator for more information.

• Technology.

Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP5510752 and 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.

• Technology.

SRS and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. SRS technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

• Technology.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

• Technology

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

INPUTS:

• Power Input........................................AC 120V, 60Hz

• Stand-by Power ..............................Less than 1 Watt

• Power Consumption - Refer to rear panel at the back of the T.V.

• Antenna input impedance .............................75 Ohm

• Channel coverage

VHF-Band .....................................................2 – 13

UHF-Band...................................................14 – 69

CATV Band ........................................1 – 135, A – I

• Video ..............................................1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm

• S-Video

Luminance (Y) .............................1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm

Chrominance (C) .....................0.286Vp-p, 75 Ohm

• Component Video

Luminance (Y) .............................1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm

Chrominance (P

B/PR) ..................0.7Vp-p, 75 Ohm

• Audio input Impedance ...............................47k Ohm

• Average input level ...................................470mVrms

• HDMI .....................................................HDMI 19 PIN

OUTPUTS:

• Video ..............................................1.0Vp-p. 75 Ohm

• Audio (Fixed) ..............................470mVrms, 1k Ohm

• S-Video

Luminance (Y) .............................1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm

Chrominance (C) .....................0.286Vp-p, 75 Ohm

• Optical Out (Digital Audio) ..........1 optical connector

DIMENSIONS:

50C20

Height (in.) 35 1/2

(mm) 901.0

Width (in.) 54 5/8

(mm) 1,387.0

Depth (in.) 16 3/8

(mm) 415.0

Weight (lbs.) 90

(kg.) 40.8

NOTE: Due to improvements, specifications in this

operating guide are subject to change without notice.

Features and Specifications

Useful Information

HITACHI

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

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

La version français de votre manual se trouve a l’exterieur de la boîte. Si le manuel est manquant, coposez le 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) pour obenir votre copie.

HITACHI CANADA, LTD. 2495 Meadowpine Blvd. Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6C3

License Agreement

END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE

IMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY: This End User License Agreement for HITACHI DTV Software (this “Agreement”) is a legal agreement between you (“you” or “your”), in your capacity as the owner of a HITACHI brand digital television (the “DTV”), and HITACHI America, Ltd., Home Electronics Division ("HITACHI"). By using the DTV or the operating system software installed on the DTV (the "System Software") or any Upgrade (as defined below, and together with the System Software, the “Software”), you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT, DO NOT USE THE DTV OR THE SOFTWARE.

1. LICENSE GRANT. HITACHI grants to you, for the life of the DTV, a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to install and use one copy of the Software on the DTV, subject to the following limitations and restrictions: a. You may not share, duplicate, republish or redistribute the

Software;

b. You may not resell, rent, lease, sublicense, gift, loan, assign or

otherwise transfer the Software or any of your rights under this Agreement;

c. You may not modify, adapt, translate, reverse engineer,

decompile, disassemble or make derivative works from the Software or use the Software in combination with any nonHitachi software; and

d. You may not use the Software for any commercial purpose.

2. VIOLATIONS; INDEMNITY. You understand and agree that your use of the Software in any manner except as permitted under this Agreement could constitute a serious crime and could subject you to damages and an award to HITACHI of attorneys’ fees in connection with your violation of this Agreement. You further understand that you may be held legally responsible for any copyright infringement or other violation of intellectual property rights caused or facilitated by your failure to abide by the terms of this Agreement. You agree to defend, indemnify and hold HITACHI and its parent and affiliate companies harmless from and against any and all liability resulting from any breach by you of this Agreement.

3. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY. The Software is protected by federal copyright laws, international copyright treaties and other intellectual property laws and treaties. The Software is licensed, not sold, to you. All right, title and interest in and to the Software and any intellectual property associated therewith, including any accompanying printed materials, shall belong to HITACHI and its licensors and suppliers. Except as expressly provided herein, neither HITACHI nor any of its licensors or suppliers grants to you under this Agreement any express or implied right in or to any patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets or other intellectual property. All right, title and interest in and to the intellectual property rights associated with any content that is accessible through use of the Software shall belong to the applicable content owners and may be protected by copyright or other intellectual property laws and treaties. This Agreement grants you no rights to use such content. Any rights of HITACHI not expressly granted to you hereunder are reserved expressly by Hitachi.

4. SOFTWARE UPGRADES. In the future, HITACHI may release or make available one or more upgrades to the System Software (each, an “Upgrade”). You understand and agree that if you decide to install or use any Upgrade, your installation and use of such Upgrade and/or any other software or intellectual property HITACHI may provide in connection therewith shall be governed by the terms and conditions of this Agreement, except to the extent that HITACHI provides different or supplementary license terms or conditions that accompany such Upgrade or other software or intellectual property. In the event HITACHI provides you with a “flash card” or other media to effect or facilitate an Upgrade, you understand and acknowledge that your failure to return such flash card or other media to HITACHI as HITACHI may require could result in HITACHI placing your name and your DTV’s serial number on a “No Further Upgrades” list, which will prohibit you from receiving any subsequent Upgrades HITACHI may later release or make available. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT OR ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ANY DIFFERENT OR SUPPLEMENTARY LICENSE THAT MAY ACCOMPANY SUCH UPGRADE, (A) DO NOT USE ANY HITACHI-PROVIDED FLASH CARD OR OTHER MEDIA, (B) DO NOT PERFORM INSTALL ANY HITACHI-PROVIDED UPGRADE SOFTWARE ON YOUR DTV, AND (C) PROMPTLY RETURN SUCH FLASH CARD OR OTHER MEDIA TO HITACHI.

5. EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. HITACHI is licensing the Software for use within North America only. You agree that you will not export or re-export the Software. You specifically agree not to export or reexport the Software: (i) to any country to which the U.S. has embargoed or restricted the export of goods or services, which currently include, but are not necessarily limited to Cuba, Iran, Libya, North Korea, Sudan and Syria, or to any national of any such country, wherever located, who intends to transmit or transport the Software back to such country; (ii) to any person or entity who you know or have reason to know will utilize the Software in the design, development, or production of nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons; or (iii) to any person or entity who has been prohibited from participating in U.S. export transactions by any federal agency of the U.S. government. You warrant and represent that neither the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security nor any other U.S federal Agency has suspended, revoked, or denied your export privileges.

6. NO WARRANTIES. The software is provided to you in "as is” condition and HITACHI makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding the software and, to the maximum extent permitted by law, hereby expressly disclaims all warranties of any kind whatsoever, express or implied, with respect to the software. All implied warranties, including without limitation, the implied warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are hereby expressly disclaimed by hitachi to the maximum extent permitted by law.

7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, HITACHI, its licensors, suppliers, parent companies, affiliates, subsidiaries, employees and agents shall not under any circumstances be liable to you or any third parties for any damages of any nature arising in any way from this agreement, your use of the software or otherwise, whether indirect, special, incidental, consequential or otherwise, including, without limitation, any claims for lost profits, lost good will, lost data, business interruption, procurement of substitute goods or services, or expenditures made or committed for in reliance on the continuation of this agreement, even if advised in advance of the possiblity of such damages.

8. NO FAILURE OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. You agree that neither HITACHI S breach of this agreement nor its failure to repair a

defect, error or bug in the software shall constitute a failure of the essential purpose of this agreement.

9. CRYPTOGRAPHIC SOFTWARE. The software contains software developed by the openssl project, including cryptographic software written by eric young (the "cryptographic software"). The cryptographic software is provided by the openssl project in "as is'' condition and any express or implied warranties, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are hereby expressly disclaimed to the maximum extent permitted by law. In no event shall the openssl project, its contributors, HITACHI or any of its parent or affiliate companies be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, exemplary, or consequential damages (including, but not limited to, procurement of substitute goods or services; loss of use, data, or profits; or business interruption) however caused and on any theory of liability, whether in contract, strict liability, or tort (including negligence or otherwise) arising in any way out of the use of the software or the cryptographic software, even if advised in advance of the possibility of such damages.

10. TERMINATION. HITACHI may terminate this Agreement immediately at any time by providing notice to you.

11. GOVERNING LAW; SEVERABILITY. This Agreement will be governed by the laws of the State of New York, and you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue in the federal courts sitting in the Southern District of New York, unless no federal subject matter jurisdiction exists, in which case you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue in the Borough of Manhattan, New York, USA.

End User Licence Agreement for HITACHI DTV Software

Appendix A:

IMAGE INPUT

INPUT TYPE FORMAT ASPECT VIDEO ID AUTO ASPECT

Air or Cable -- NTSC 4:3 -- On/Off

(Analog Channels)

Input 1 HDMI 480i/480p 16:9 16:9 Off

Letter Letter Off

4:3 4:3 Off

-- No Info. On/Off

Inputs 1-5 S-Video1NTSC 16:9 16:9 Off

Video Letter Letter Off

4:3 4:3 Off

-- No Info. On/Off

Inputs 3 & 4 Y-PbPr480i/480p 16:9 16:9 Off

Letter Letter Off

4:3 4:3 Off

-- No Info. On/Off

S-Video = Not available in Input 3 & 4

Appendix B:

IMAGE INPUT

INPUT TYPE FORMAT ASPECT VIDEO ID AUTO ASPECT

Air or Cable -- 1080i 4:3 -- On/Off

(Digital Channels)

Input 1 HDMI 480i/480p Letter Letter On

4:3 4:3 On

Inputs 1-5 S-Video2NTSC Letter Letter On

Video 4:3 4:3 On

Inputs 3 & 4 Y-PbPr480i/480p Letter Letter On

4:3 4:3 On

S-Video = Not available in Input 3 & 4

Appendix C:

IMAGE INPUT

INPUT TYPE FORMAT ASPECT VIDEO ID AUTO ASPECT

Input 1 HDMI 480i/480p 16:9 16:9 On

Inputs 1-5 S-Video3NTSC 16:9 16:9 On

Video

Inputs 3 & 4 Y-PbPr480i/480p 16:9 16:9 On

S-Video = Not available in Input 3 & 4

Appendix D:

IMAGE INPUT

INPUT TYPE FORMAT ASPECT VIDEO ID AUTO ASPECT

Air or Cable -- 1080i 16:9 -- On/Off

(Digital Channels)

Input 1 HDMI 1080i/720p 16:9 -- On/Off

Inputs 3 & 4 Y-PbPr1080i/720p 16:9 -- On/Off

Appendixes

Appendix

Index

Accessories ................................................................4

Antennas (Connecting) ...............................................6

Aspect Ratio.............................................................22

Audio

Languages ............................................................39

Dolby Digital .........................................................39

DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) ...................39

SRS.......................................................................37

BBE.......................................................................37

Audio Settings ..........................................................37

Audio Source............................................................38

Auto Noise Cancel ...................................................38

Balance.....................................................................37

Bass..........................................................................37

Black Enhancement .................................................35

Brightness ................................................................37

CableCARD ..............................................................12

Channel Manager .....................................................40

Auto Channel Scan...............................................41

Channel List..........................................................41

Signal Meter .........................................................40

Clock

Time ......................................................................47

Time Zone.............................................................47

Date ......................................................................47

Closed Captions

Analog Captions ...................................................52

Digital Captions ....................................................53

Color Temperature....................................................35

Color.........................................................................34

Contrast....................................................................34

Contrast Mode .........................................................35

Date ..........................................................................47

Daylight Saving Correction.......................................47

Event Timer ..............................................................49

Guide Button ........................................................7, 23

HDMI ............................................................11, 14, 18

Input button..........................................................7, 23

Lamp Replacement.............................................56-59

Language

Menu Language....................................................50

Audio Language ...................................................39

Locks

Change Access Code...........................................42

Channel Lock ...........................................................42

Front Panel Lock ..................................................42

Movie Ratings.......................................................43

TV Ratings ............................................................44

TV Ratings (Canadian - English)...........................45

TV Ratings (Canadian - French) ...........................46

Loudness..................................................................38

Menu Preference

Language..............................................................50

Background ..........................................................50

Monitor Out ..............................................................53

Pause (Freeze) Button....................................7, 21, 26

Perfect Volume.........................................................38

Picture Mode............................................................34

Picture-in-Picture (PIP)........................................25-27

Picture-outside-Picture (POP) ..................................25

Remote Control

Functions.........................................................20-31

Programming Codes .......................................28-31

Installing Batteries ..................................................4

Sharpness ................................................................34

Speakers ..................................................................15

Timers .................................................................47-49

Time..........................................................................47

Tint............................................................................34

Treble ........................................................................37

Upgrades..................................................................55

Video Settings.....................................................34-36

Volume..................................................................7, 24

Index

Notes68Notes

Notes70Notes

Notes

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