Hitachi 61SWX01W User Manual

PROJECTION COLOR TV

OPERATING GUIDE

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

FIRST TIME USE

THE GENIUS

REMOTE CONTROL

ULTRATEC BIT-MAP ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

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USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 69-72

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.

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

dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of a

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateraltriangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of impo_ant operating and

maintenance (servicing)instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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

THIS PROJECTION TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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

¥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 notexpressly approved by HITACHI could void the user s warranty.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

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

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 ANYTHIN( OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE.

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

paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.

warranty.

_ 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 shop.

SAFETY TIPS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION: ¥ Read all of these instructions. SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT

¥ Save these instructions for later use. 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.

FORYOURPERSONALSAFETY

t This television set is equipped with a

polarized altemating-c=trrent line pl=_g (a p_ug having one blade wider than

Re othen) This plug will _ into the

power cutlet only one way This is a

safety festure If you are unable to

insert the plug fully into the ou_Jst,ay

reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electridan to replace your obsolete outlet¸ Do

not defeat Re safety purpose of the

polarized plug¸

2 When the power cord or plug is

damaged or frayed, unplug the television from the wall outlet and

refer servicing to qualified service

personnel¸

3 DO not overload wail ont_ets and

extens{on cords as this can result in fire or electric shock¸

4 Do not allow anything to rest on or

roll over the power cord, and do not _ _P_L"_-_ 9.

place the television where the

power cord is suPject to traffic or abuse_ This may result in a shock

or fire hazard_

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 p=tsh objects of any kind into the television s cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points

or short out pads that could result in a fee or electric shock¸ Never spili

liquid of any kind on the television¸

If the television has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged, unplug the television from the walt oubet and refer servicing to qualified

service personl3el

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

wall outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel¸

Do not subject your television to impact of any kind 8e careful not to

damage the picture tube sur fece

10. Unplug the television from the wall outlel before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning¸ DO not use liquid or aero_ot cfeaners

11-t Do not ptace the television on an

unstabte cart, stand, table or other furniture item not

recommended for use by the TV manufacturer¸ The television

may fall causing serious injury to a child or an adutt, and serious damage to the appliance¸ Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the TV

manufacturer, or sold with the television. Wall or shelf mounting

should follow the Wall/Shelf mounting m_nufacturer s

thsfructJons, and shouid use a mounting kit approved by the

manufecturer

11-2 An apsliance and cant combinatbn

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

uneven surfeoes may cause the appliance and cart combination

to overturn¸

PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION

t2 Do not use the television near

water, for exampIe, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wel basement, or near a swimming pool, 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 qualified service

personnel¸

t3 Choose a place where light

(artificial or sunlight) does not shine direc_y on the screen¸

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

15 The television has slots or openings

in the cabinet for ventilstion purposes which provide reliable

operation of the receiver and protect the television from overheating¸ These openings must

not be blocked or covered¸

¥ Never cover the slots or openings

with cloth or other material.

¥ Never block the bottom ventilation FrlL_J_

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

¥ Never place the television near or I,_=_ ''

over a radiator or heat register

¥ Never place the television in a built-in '_

is provided

enclosure unless proper ventilation _1_

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PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR TELEVISION

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

to the television, be s=_re the antenna system is grounded so as

to provide some protection against volfage surges and buithup static

charges¸ Section 810 of the National Elecfacal Code, NFPA

No 70-1975, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the tead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrode, and requirements for the grounding electrode

16-2. Note to CATV system installer:

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

installer s at fantion to Article 820- 40 of the NEC that provides

guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that

the cable ground shstl be connected to the grounding system of the building, 8s close to the point of cable entry as practical¸

OPERATION OF YOUR TELEVISION

19 This television should be

operated only from the type of power source indicated on the

marking label. If you are not sure of _he type of power suppEy at your home_ consctl your dealer or IocaE power oompany_ For _elevisions designed to ogerate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions_

20 If the tstewsion does not operate

normally by following the operating insttusttons, unplug the tetewsion

from the wall outlet and refar servicing to qualified service

personnel¸ A_ust onty those controls thst are covered in the instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified

service fachnician to restore the television to normal operation¸

_NTEN_ LE^DI_

SAFETY TIPS

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

be fatal.

For added protection for the television dudng 8 lightning storm, or when it is unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the

wall oufiet and disconnect antenna¸ This wilt prevent damage due to

lightning and power-line surges¸

21 if yo=_r television is to remain

unused for 8 period of time, (such j as whengoingonaholiday),t=_rn _ _11_

the television OFF and unplag it from the wal, o.,t,et _1_

IF THE TELEVISION DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY

22. If yOU are unable to restore normal operation by foltowing

the detailed procedure in your operating instructions, do not

attempt any further adjustments Unplug the television and call your dealer or service technician¸

23 Whenever the television is

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

that indicates a need for service, unplug the television 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

0o00agsounds0ortc., ,tywhen

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

consult your dealer or service technidan

FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION

27.

25 DO not use attachments not

recommended by the television man_dacthret as they may cause

hazards

26 if replacement parts are required,

be s=_re the service technician has used replacement parts specified by

the manufacturer that have the same characfadstJcs as the odginal

part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, elecfac shock, or

other hazards.

Upon complefion of any service or repairs to the telewsion, ask the service technician to perform routine safety cheeks to determine that the television 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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1. Remote Control Unit CLU-575TSI (Part No. HL01325) or CLU-572-TSI (Part No. HL01322).

2. Two AA size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT

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

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

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

4. Replace the cover.

BOTTOM VIEW

Lift up on tab to remove back cover.

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.

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.

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CAUTION: Magnetic fields, such as those of external speakers, may cause the picture to distort if they are placed too

close to the television. Move the magnetic field source away from the television until there is no picture distortion.

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).

"F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna jack on the television.

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.

Optical Cable

This cable can be used to connect to a component with an

Optical Audio Out jack, such as a Dolby* Digital DVD player or an HDTV Set Top Box. Use this cable for the best sound quality.

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL

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.

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.

To outdoor antenna or CATV cable

To second antenna or cable system

To outdoor VHF or UHF antenna

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POWER INPUT

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

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POWER INPUT

(_ MENU 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 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 (T) 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 (,) and right (1_) buttons when in MENU mode.

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EXIT MENU

pull forward and down

(_ POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV on or off.

NOTES: 1. 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.

2. 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 60)

(_) 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 47)

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

Use these audio/video jacks for a quick hook*up from a camcorder or VCR to instanBy view your favorite show or new recording. Press the INPUT button until VIDEO: 3 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio 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:

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S-VHS Video Camera

NOTES: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you de 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 mone VCR, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack of your TV.

REAR PANEL JACKS

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(_) Antenna Input/Output

The remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and ANT B. ANT A input can be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture.) The antenna output labeled TO CONVERTER allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source

such as a cable box, only when ANT B is displayed as a main picture.

(_) AudioNideo Inputs 1 and 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 audio jack.)

NOTE: You may use VIDEO, S-VIDEO, or COMPONENT: Y-PBPR inputs to connect to INPUT 1 and 2, but only one of these I

inputs may be used at a time.

MONITOR OUT

These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording. Use the S-VIDEO Output for high quality video output.

NOTE: S-VIDEO Output may be used for recording, only when the input is of S-VIDEO type. I

(_) AUDIO TO HI-FI Output

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.

(_SUB WOOFER Output

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. This feature can be turned on and off in the THEATER-SPEAKER SETUP menu.

(_ REAR SPEAKER Output 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. These speaker output terminals can be turned on and off in the THEATER-SPEAKER SETUP 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.

REAR PANEL JACKS

Component: Y-PBPR Inputs Inputs 1 and 2 provide Y-PBPR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box.

NOTES:

(_ Coaxial Input

This jack provides high quality audio input from a Dolby Digital DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box. This input can be used for VIDEO: 1 or VIDEO: 2 audio, as selected in the THEATER-INPUT SOURCE menu. (see page 67)

_ Optical Input

This jack provides high quality audio input from a Dolby Digital DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box. Use a digital optical cable to connect your TV to a compatible device. This input can be used for VIDEO: 1 or VIDEO: 2 audio, as selected in the THEATER- INPUT SOURCE menu. (see page 67)

1. DO NOT connect standard VIDEO or S-VIDEO to Input 1 or 2 when using Y-PBPR input.

2. When using the Y-PBP R input jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV s Input 1 or2 Left and Right Audio input jacks. If your component has a Coaxial Out or Optical Out, use these connectors in place of the standard Audio L/R output jacks.

3. 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 PB input and

the components R-Y output to the TV a PR input.

4. Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CBC R. In this case, connect the component CB output to the TV s PB input and the

component CR output to the TV s PR input.

5. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (See pages 59 and 60)

6. To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR jacks.

7. When using the Y-PBPR jacks, TV will automaticaUy change to SPLIT PIP mode. When you have Picture-in-Picture on and are

viewing a Y-PBPR input, only SPLIT mode is possible. (see page 29)

NOTE:

This TV s optical digital input jack fully complies with the international standard governing this type of jack (IEC958), and is designed for connection to a Dolby Digital (AC-3 or PCM) DVD Player or Dolby Digital (AC-3 or PCM) HDTV Set Top Box. Older equipment, some of which is not fully compliant with IEC958, may not be compatible with the Dolby Digital bitstream. Such a connection using anything other than Dolby Digital AC-3 or PCM bitstream could create a high noise level, causing damage to your speakers.

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

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_ REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS

CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER OF THE TV OFF.

Push in 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, push in the Right Speaker black button and insert the negative (-) lead wire. Repeat this procedure for the Left Speaker.

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

damage to your audio outputs or TV.

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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.

TV SPEAKER

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: 1 in the

example on page 13). Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections.

You may use VIDEO, S-VIDEO, or COMPONENT: Y-PBPR inputs to connect to Input 1 or Input 2, but only one of these may be

used at a time.

Connect only 1 component (VCR, DVD player, camcorder, etc.) to each input jack.

COMPONENT: Y-PBPR 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-PBPR input jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV s Input 1 or 2 Left and Right Audio input jacks.

When using high performance equipment for VIDEO: 1 or VIDEO: 2 inputs, if it has an optical or coaxial output, you can use these

connections in place of the standard audio L/R connections.

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 Pb input

and the components R-Y output to the TV s PR input.

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

components CR output to the TV s PR input.

It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (See pages 59 and 60)

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

_ CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES

CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER

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

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

the sound using the remote control of the TV set.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your TV set is

dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner's manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs.

The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions. However, you may need to modify them to accommodate your

particular assortment of components and features. For best performance video and audio cables should be made from coaxial shielded wire.

Before Operating External Video Source

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 27)

INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER

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NOTE:

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, as shown on the TV set below.

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

3. Press the 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.

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

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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, as shown on the TV set below.

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

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

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

5. 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 and sound that is

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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 example on page 13) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input- output connections.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER

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

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

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

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

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

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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, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. (INPUT: 1 in example on page 13) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input- output connections.

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC/DVD PLAYER OR HDTV SET TOP BOX TO INPUT 1 OR 2 COMPONENT: Y-PBPR .

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

2. Connect the cable from the CB/P B OUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (PB) jack.

3. Connect the cable from the CR/P R OUT or R-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (PR) jack.

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

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

6. Press the INPUT button, to view the program from the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box. The VIDEO icon disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

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

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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 15 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A DVD OR HDTV SET TOP BOX PLAYER WITH DOLBY DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT TO INPUT 1 or 2 COMPONENT: Y-PBPR

1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on the TV set

below.

2. Connect the cable from the CB/P B OUT or B-Y OUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the INPUT (PB) jack.

3. Connect the cable from the CR/P R OUT or R-Y OUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the INPUT (PR) jack.

4. Connect the cable from the OPTICAL OUTPUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the OPTICAL INPUT jack.

5. Press the INPUT button, to view the program from the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Bx. The VIDEO icon disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

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

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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 15 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

3. If your device is connected to INPUT 1 component jacks, make sure to select VID1-OPTICAL from the THEATER-INPUT SOURCE menu. If it is connected to INPUT 2 component jacks, make sure to select VID2-

OPTICAL from the THEATER-INPUT SOURCE menu.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A DVD OR HDTV SET TOP BOX PLAYER WITH DOLBY DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT TO INPUT COMPONENT: Y-PBPR

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

2. Connect the cable from the CB/P B OUT or B-Y OUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the INPUT (PB) jack.

3. Connect the cable from the CR/P R OUT or R-Y OUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the INPUT (PR) jack.

4. Connect the cable from the COAXIAL OUTPUT of the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Box to the COAXIAL INPUT jack.

5. Press the INPUT button, to view the program from the DVD player or HDTV Set Top Bx. The VIDEO icon disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

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

See page 15 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

If your device is connected to INPUT 1 component jacks, make sure to select VID1-COAXIAL (DIGITAL) from the THEATER-INPUT SOURCE menu. If it is connected to INPUT 2 component jacks, make sure to select VID2-COAXIAL (DIGITAL) from the THEATER-INPUT SOURCE menu.

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Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement and refer to the table on page 24 for the different surround sound requirements. (See page 64 and 65 for SURROUND functions.)

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

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