Hitachi 61SBX59B, 53SBX59B Owner’s Manual

PROJECTION COLOR TV

OPERATING GUIDE

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

FIRST TIME USE

THE GENIUS

REMOTE CONTROL

ULTRATEC BIT-MAP ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

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5-21

22-33

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USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 65-69

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this projection television.

IMPORTANT

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERViCiNG TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral

triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of a

sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying

the appliance.

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE WARNING: I

THIS PROJECTION TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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

¥Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the television. ¥This television is not intended for use in a computer room.

CAUTION: Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions, as improper changes or modifications not expressly I

approved by HITACHI could void the user s authority to operate the TV.

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.

POWER SOURCE

This projection television is designed to operate on 120 volts 60Hz, AC current.

Insert power cord into a 120 volt 60Hz outlet.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE TELEVISION S (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES

AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

NEVER CONNECT THE TELEVISION TO 50HZ, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER

THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE.

NOTE: This television receiver wilt display television closed captioning, ([c'_ or [_), in accordance with I

paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.

,_ CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the television as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards. I

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

SAFETY TIPS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION: ¥ Read all of these instructions,

¥ Save these instructions for later use,

SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT

YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TELEVISION

¥ Follow all warnings and instructions marked

on the television.

Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI televisions.

Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which

will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper 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.

FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY

1. This television set is equipped with a peladzed absrnatJug-current line plug J_7--""_ _ (a plug having one blade wffier than the o_er) This plug will fit into the power oL_Jet only one way_ This is a safety feature¸ If you are unable to insert the plug fulty into the outlet, try

reversing the plug. If the plug should 6 still fail to fit, contact your electrician

to replace your obsolete ouget. DO not defeat the safety purpose of Re

polarized plug¸ _

2_ When the power COrd or plug is _

damaged or frayed_ unpEug the feievision from the wall outlet and 7_

refer servicing to quaE_ed service personnel

3. DO not overload wail outlets and extension cords as this can res=tlt in

fire or electric shock¸

4. DO not allow anything to rest on or toil over the power cord, and do not _ _'_r_mr,_ 9

place the television where the power cord is subject to traffic or abuse_ This may result in a shock

or t_re hazard_

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5 Do not attempt to service the

television yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards¸ Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel¸

Never push objects of any kind into tile television s cabinet sfets as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock¸ Never spill liquid of any kind on the telewsion

If the t ffievision has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged, unplug the television from the wail outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel

If liquid has been spilled into the television set, =mplug it from the

wall outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel.

Do not s_tbject yo_tr television to impact of any kind Be careful not to damage the picture tube surface.

10 Unplug the television from the

wail o_ttlet before cleaning Use a damp cloth for cleaning. DO not use liquid or aerosol cleaners¸

11-1. Do not place the felevision on an

unstable cart, stand, or table¸ The television may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the television. Wall or shelf mounting

should follow the manufacturer s instructions, and should use a

mounting kit approved by the manufecture_

1%2. An appliance and cart combination

should be moved with care Quick stops, excessive force, and

uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination

to overturn¸

PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION

12 Do not use the television near

water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry

tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pcol, etc.

¥ Never expose the television to

rain or water If the set has been exposed to rain or water, unplug

television from wall outlet and refer to qualffied service

personnel¸

13 Choose a place where light

(artificial or sunlight) does not shine directly on the screen.

14 Avoid dusty places Accumulated f r_ ".1_11_-rl

dust inside the chassis may cause failure of the television when high humidity persists

t 5 The television has slOtS or openings

in the cabinet for ventilation purposes which provide reliable

operation of the receiver and

protect the television from

overeating These openings must

not be blocked or covered¸

¥ Never cover the slots or openings

with cloth or other material

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¥ Never block the bottom ventilation r_l,_t_]

slots of the television by placing it on a bed, sofa, rug, etc

¥ Never place the tffievision near or /r_

over a radiator or heat register _

¥ Never place the television in a built-in

enclosure /_ffiess proper ventilation

is provided¸

PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION

16-1. if an o=_tside antenna is connected

to the fetsvision, be s=_re the

antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against volfege surges and built-up stofts charges¸ Section 810 of the

Nstional Etscfecal Code, NFPA No 70_1975, provides information

with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the tsad-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, Iocafion of antenna discharge lJnit connection to grounding electrOde, end requirements for the grounding electrode

16-2. Note to CATV system installer:

(Only for felevtston with CATV reception)¸ This reminder is provided to call the CATV system

installer s atfentton to Article 820_ 40 of the NEC that provides

guidelines fet proper grounding end, in particular, specifies that

the cebfe ground shstl be connected to the grotJnding system of the building, 8s close to the point of cabts entry as practical

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATION OF YOUR TELEVISION

19 This totsvtsrgn should be

operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking tsbeL If you are not sure of the type of Power suppEy a_ your home_ consuIl your dealer or IocaE power company_ For _etsvisions designed to ogerste from battery power_ refer to the eperating instructions_

GROUNDI_C0NDUCTORS

P0WERSERV_EGROL_NDI_

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20. If the tetswstsn does not operate normally by follow_ag the operating instructtons, unplug the tetsvision

from the wtsl outJet and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel Aftjust only those controls that ate covered in the

instructions as improper adj*J stment

of other controls may resug in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified service technician to restore the tetsvision to normal operation¸

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SAFETY TIPS

An outside antenna system should not be tscafed in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other _h_mm_--" etsctrtsal lights or power circuits, or where it can fell into such power tines or circuits¸ When ins fellin g an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as coofect with them might

be fetal.

For added protection for the tetsvision dudng 8 lightning storm, or when it is un_Jsed for long

periods of time, unplug it from the wtsl oufiet and disconnect antenna¸

This wilt prevent damage due to lightning end power-line surges¸

21. if yo_r tetsvtsion is to remain unused for a period of time, (such

as when goiag on a holiday), tam _'_l _ the televtsion OFF and unplug it

from the wa,I o.,t,et _/_ _

IF THE TELEVISION DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY

22. If you are unable to restore normal operation by ftstowing

the deteitsd procethJre in your operating instructions, do not

attempt any f_sthel adiustmeofs

Unglag the tetsvtstsn and call

your dealer or service technician

23 Whenever the tetsvision is

damaged or fails, or if there is a distinct change in performance

that indicates a need for service, unplug the tetswsion and have it

checked by a qualified service technician

24. It is normal for some televisions to make occasional snapping or ._

being turned on or off if the

ooooagsound,oarfic.,a ,ywhen

snapping or popping is continuous or frequent, unplug the set and

consult yo=_r dealer or service

technician

FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION

25 DO not use aftachmenfe not

recommended by the tetsvision manufacturer as they may cause

hazards¸

26 if teptscement parts are required,

be s_re the service technician has used replacement parts specified by

the man*Jfect*Jrer that have the

same charecfedsecs as the original pert Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or

other hazards.

27. Upon comptsfion of any service or

repairs to the tetswsion, ask the service technician to perform roufine safety checks to determine that the tetsvtsion is in safe operating condition¸

PICTURE CAUTIONS

Picture Burn Prevention

¥ Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, and

other fixed (non-moving) patterns can cause permanent damage to projection television receivers. Such PATTERN

BURNS constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty.

¥ When using Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should not be left permanently in one corner of the screen or a

PATTERN BURN may develop over a long period of time.

Public Viewing of Copyrighted Material Public viewing of programs broadcast by 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.

ACCESSORIES

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

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HITACHI

1. Remote Control Unit CLU-615MP (Part No. HL00715).

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

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT

1. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers and pullingthe

cover off.

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

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

4. Replace the cover. BOTTOM VIEW

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Lift up on tab to remove back cover.

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV

ANTENNA

Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV antenna is

recommended for best performance. However, if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be sufficient.

LOCATION

Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the picture screen. Also, be sure that the location selected allows a free flow of air to and from the perforated back cover of the set. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set failure, do not place the TV where temperatures can become excessively hot, for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc.

VIEWING

The major benefit of the HITACHI Projection Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing.

The 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.

Ifthe 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.

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CAUTION: Magnetic fields, such as those of external speakers, may cause the

,_ picture to distort if they are placed too I

distortion,closeto the television. Move the magnetic field source away from the television until there is no picture

HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS

Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell

audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of each cable.

300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna

adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm).

Phono Connector Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to

inputs and outputs located on the television s rear jack panel and front control panel.

"F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector

For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna

jack on the television.

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL

S-Video (Super Video) Connector

This connector is used on camcorders, VCRs. and laserdisc players with an S-Video feature in place of the standard video

cable to produce a high quality picture.

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VHF (75-Ohm) antennalCATV (Cable TV) When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor antenna or CATV coaxial cable to the ANT A (75-Ohm) terminal. If

you have a second antenna or cable TV system, connect the coaxial cable to the ANT B terminal.

VHF (300-Ohm) antennalUHF antenna When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna, connect

the VHF or UHF antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF adapter, Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the TV,

When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected

Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal, and connect the cables to the antenna mixer. Consult

your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer.

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or cablesystem

To outdoor VHF or UHF antenna

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ToUHF ANT A!ANTB antennaor Antenna _ CATVsystem

Antenna mixer

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(_ MENU button z

This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote.

(_ INPUT/EXIT button

Press this button to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, or alternate antenna source. Your selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen. 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 (A) 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 (4) and right (1_) buttons when in MENU mode.

EXIT MENU

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(_ POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV on or off.

NOTES:

Your HITACHI Projection TV will appear to be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3 is selected. Check the Power Light to make sure the TV is turned off when not in use.

To see an auto-demonstration of the on-screen displays with HELP text displayed, press and hold the POWER button on the TV set for approximately five seconds. Press the POWER button on the TV again to end the auto-

demonstration.

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

(_) POWER light

You will see a red light when the TV is turned on.

(_ AI (Artificial Intelligence) sensor

The Artificial Intelligence sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of light in the room to give the best picture. (See page 54.)

(_) REMOTE CONTROL sensor

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

(_ MAGIC FOCUS

Use this button to adjust your picture quality to optimum performance. (See page 43.)

(_) FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 3)

Use these audio/video jacks for a quick hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite show or new recording, Press the INPUT button untilVIDEO: 3 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen, If you have mono sound, insert the audio

cable into the left channel jack,

_ FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS

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

S.VIDEO VEDEO UMONO

INPUT_ LAu°_3

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S-INPUT

(Optional, see note)

IllNPuT

OUTPUT

S-VHS V

Back of VCR

S-VHS Video camera

NOTE:

Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the played back picture may be abnormal If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable.

If you have a mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack of your TV.

REAR PANEL JACKS

ANTA

REAR SPEAKER

8Q ONLY

TO CONVERTER

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INPUT1 INPUT2 MONITOR

(_) Antenna Input/Output

The remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and ANT B. ANT A input can be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as a

sub-picture.) The antenna output labeled TO CONVERTER allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source such as a cable box, when ANT B is displayed as a main picture.

WIRELESSAUDIO

OUT

OUT TOHI-Fi

(_ AudioNideo Inputs 1, 2

The INPUT button will step through each video source and antenna source input each time it is pressed. Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc players, DVD players etc. (If you have mono sound, insert

the audio cable into the left channel jack.)

NOTE: You may use VIDEO, S-VIDEO, or COMPONENT: Y-CBC R inputs to connect to Input 2, but note that only one of these

may be used at a time.

(_) Monitor Out

These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording. To have S-Video output, S-Video signal needs to be input to input 1 or input 2, or input 3.

(_ Wireless Out

These jacks provide variable audio output to a set of wireless speakers. They can also be used for another stereo system amplifier. With this connection, the audio can be controlled by the television s main volume and also by an independent volume feature found in the THEATER-WIRELESS SOUND menu.

(_ Audio to HI-FI

These jacks provide variable audio output to a separate stereo amplifier. With this connection, the audio to the stereo can be controlled by the television s main volume. Use these jacks for the SURROUND Left and Right channels. (See page 20).

(_) Rear Speaker Terminals

These terminals are used to connect external speakers, which are used for the surround sound feature. The volume level is controlled by the television s main volume and also by an independent rear volume feature found in the THEATER-SURROUND menu. Use speakers with 8-Ohm impedance only.

(_) 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*CBC RInput 2

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

FIRST TIME USE

NOTES:

(_ Sub Woofer

This jack provides variable audio output to a sub-woofer accessory. With this connection, the audio can be controlled by the television s main volume and also by an independent sub-woofer volume feature found in the THEATER-SUB WOOFER menu.

DO NOT connect standard VIDEO or S-VIDEO to Input 2 when using Y-CBC R input. When using the Y-CBC R input jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV s Input 2 Left and Right Audio

input jacks. Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV s

Cb input and the components R-Y output to the TV s CR input. It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-CBC R

inputs. (See pages 53 and 54.) To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the Y-CBC R jacks. When using the Y-CBC R jacks, Input 2 will be viewed as a blank PIP sub-picture. (See page 27.)

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

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REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS

CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER TO THE TV OFF.

Press the Right Speaker button and insert the positive (+) lead wire into the hole next to the button. Once the wire is in place, pull the red button back to original position and the wire is locked into place. In the same manner, press the Right Speaker black button and

insert the negative (-) lead wire. Repeat this procedure for the Left Speaker.

,_ CAUTION: Do not short speaker terminal, (do not connect a wire directly across any two terminals). This could cause I

damage to your audio outputs or other damage to your TV.

EXTERNAL

SPEAKER

_ CAUTION: Do not connect speakers simultaneously to the REAR SPEAKER terminal of the Projection TV and an

external amplifier. This could damage both the TV and the speakers, your TV was designed to use 8-Ohm speakers only. Any other type may degrade the audio performance of your entertainment system.

PROJECTION TV SPEAKER AMPLIFIER

TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

S-Video 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:I in example on page 11.) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connection.

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

Connect only 1 component to each input jack.

COMPONENT: Y-CBC R connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature.

When using the Y-CBC R input jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV s Input 2 Left and Right Audio input jacks.

Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV s CB input and the components R-Y output to the TV s CR input.

It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-CBC R inputs.

(See pages 53 and 54.)

To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the Y-CBC R jacks. When using the Y-CBC R jacks, Input 2 will be viewed as a blank PIP sub-picture. (See page 27.)

EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER

To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below.

NOTES:

(REAR OF TV SET)

AUDIO TO HI-FI TERMINAL

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AUDIO

TO HI-FI

TO AUDIO INPUT TERMINAL _ I OF EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER ''''_ _

EXTERNAL SPEAKERS

To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust

the sound using the remote control of the TV set.

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

EXTERNAL SPEAKERS

Do not connect speakers simultaneously to the REAR SPEAKER terminal of the Projection TV and an external

amplifier,

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, and DVD player to your TV set is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner s manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs.

The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions. However, you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components and features. For best performance, video and audio cables should be made from coaxial shielded wire.

Before Operating External Video Source The input mode is changed every time the INPUT button is pressed as shown below. Connect an external source to the INPUT terminal,

then press the INPUT button as necessary to view the input source. (See page 26.)

INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER

(Antenna) (Input)

12 VIDEO

NOTE: When the TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from the VIDEO INPUT JACK on the jack panel of the

TV (i.e., VCR/laserdisc player, etc. is not connected or the video device is OFF), the set will appear to be OFF.

CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER

1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack on the TV set below.

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

3. Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player. The VIDEO mode disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

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

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER

1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack on the TV set below.

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

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

4. Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The mode VIDEO disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

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

S-VIDEO 1

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TERMINAL

OUTPUT

BACK OF VCR

NOTES: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture that is played back will

be abnormal if the connection is loose.

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

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

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

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

2. Connect the cable from the CB OUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 (CB) jack, as shown on the TV set below.

3. Connect the cable from the CR OUT or R-Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 (CR) jack, as shown on the TV set below.

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

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

6. Press the INPUT button until VIDEO:2 appears, to view the program from the Laserdisc or DVD player. The mode VIDEO:2

disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

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

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

See page 15 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

_ AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP

Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement and refer to the table on page 21 for the different surround sound requirements. (See page 58 for SURROUND functions.)

(_The television s internal speakers.

The television s internal center channel speakers, which are on only when the television is in SURROUND-DOLBY PRO LOGIC or SURROUND-DOLBY 3 STEREO mode.

(_) These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the AUDIO TO HI-FI output on the TV.

(_ These speakers are connected to a rear speaker 8-Ohm output on the TV.

(_ These speakers are controlled by a wireless speaker transmitter. Use the WIRELESS OUT output on the TV.

(_) This sub woofer is connected to the SUB WOOFER output on the TV.

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OFF L3_ _3_L_ _ Receive mono and stereo sound.

HALL L3_ _ _3_L__ Gives the listener concert hall sound.

MATRIX _ _ _3_L__ Listener has feeling of being at a stadium.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC _ _ _ _3_L-__ Movie theater reproduction, with separate left,

(NORMAL) center, right, and surround speakers.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC* _ _ _ _ _6_ Movie theater reproduction, with separate left,

(TV AS CENTER) center, right, and surround channels, with left and

right channels added to audio amplifier speakers to improve sound clarity and spatial positioning.

DOLBY 3 STEREO _ @_ _3_L_ _ Movie theater reproduction, surround channel

(NORMAL) added to left and right audio amplifier speakers.

DOLBY 3 STEREO* _ _ _ _6_ Movie theater reproduction, surround channel

(TV AS CENTER) added to left and right audio amplifier speakers.

*Left and right speakers are connected (_3_), and the internal speakers (_) are disabled, creating better separation between left, center and right

channels. The center channel audio will be heard from (_).

THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL CLU-615MP

In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI

Projection TV, the remote control is designed to operate different

types of VCRs, CATV (cable TV)/satellite converters, and audio equipment with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area. All other controls are separated from them and arranged in MULTI-PAGE sections, with a display that can

be switched to cover any of the three pages. Functions are

arranged and properly categorized into windows, making operation simple when multiple functions are to be controlled.

To operate your TV, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to TV/CABLE/SAT mode. Press the TV button

and the remote will now control your television.

To operate your cable box, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to TV/CABLE/SAT mode. Press the

CABLE button and the remote will now control your cable box.

(See page 31 for instructions on how to program the remote to

control your cable box.)

To operate your satellite box, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to TV/CABLE/SAT mode. Press

the SAT button and the remote will now control your satellite box.

(See page 31 for instructions on how to program the remote to

control your satellite box.)

To operate your VCR, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to VCR mode. The remote will now control

your VCR. (See page 30 for instructions on how to program the

remote to control your VCR.)

To operate your audio equipment, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to AUDIO mode. Press the

button which corresponds to the component you would like to control (AMP, CD, TAPE). The remote will now control your audio equipment. (See page 32 for instructions on how to program the

remote to control your audio equipment.)

(_) MULTI-PAGE select switch

This selects the button layout of the multi-page section of the remote control.

MULTI-PAGE buttons

These buttons change functions as shown on page 23.

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(_ LIGHT button

When you are in a dark room, press this button on the side of the remote to light up the buttons shown in (_. The light

will stay on for about eight seconds if the light button is not

pressed again. These buttons will not appear to light if the room is too bright.

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