Hitachi AX-M910 Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT

The mains lead on this equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value
of which is indicated on the pin face of the plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA or BSI
approved BS 1362 fuse must be used of the same rating. If the fuse cover is detachable never use the
plug with the cover omitted. If a replacement fuse cover is required, ensure it is of the same colour as
that visible on the pin face of the plug. Fuse covers are available from your dealer.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points
in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer.

Should it be necessary to change the mains plug, this must be carried out by a competent person,
preferably a qualified electrician.

If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains plug, ensure that you dispose of it immediately, having
first removed the fuse, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue : NEUTRAL
Brown : LIVE

As these colours may not correspond to the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:

The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE
or BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or
coloured BROWN or RED.

On no account connect either of these wires to the terminal marked E or by the earth symbol
coloured green or green and yellow.

Alternatively, this equipment may be supplied with a rewireable plug already fitted, which may be re­moved if not suitable and an alternative fitted in accordance with the preceding instructions.

E or

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Before Connection

Thank you for purchasing this hi-fi component system, in order to fully utilize this system, please read
this instruction book carefully before use.

For your safety

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol indicates that dangerous volt­age constituting a risk of electric shock is
present within this unit.

This symbol indicates that there are impor­tant operating and maintenance instruc­tions in the literature
accompanying this unit.

Precautions

Laser Product

This product is equipped with low power laser
equipment. For your own safety do not remove any
covers or take the product apart. Repair work must be
carried out by qualified personnel.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

Caution:

This product is equipped with low power
laser equipment inside, for your safety, don’t
open the laser radiation protective
equipment. Don’t look at the laser radiation
district when the equipment is operating.

The rating label is located on the base of the amplifier
unit.

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like
any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be
assured.

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DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and inter-

connections between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug before making or changing
connections.

DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment

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DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as newspapers, tablecloths,

curtains, etc. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects filled with liquids,

such as vases, to be placed on the equipment and don’t handle the power cord with wet hands.

DON’T place hot objects or naked flame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights on, or close to

equipment. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws - to ensure complete safety always

fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.

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DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is

designed for unattended operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch off using the switch on the
equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may
need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is

damaged in any way - switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

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ABOVE ALL,
NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case

- this could result in a fatal electrical shock;

NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind…it is better to be safe than sorry!

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* Before operating this system, check the voltage of this system to see if it is identical with the voltage

of your local power supply.

* Unplug the system from the wall outlet if it is not used for a long time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out

by grasping the plug
* To avoid electric shock, do not open the cabinet.
* There are no user serviceable parts inside. In case of system failure, unplug the power cord and

consult your dealer
* Do not place this unit on an unstable or sloping surface. Ensure good ventilation surrounding the

product. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths,

curtains, etc.
* Do not place this unit close to strong magnetic field.
* The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that not objects filled with liguids,

such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
* Don’t place this unit close to dampness, or the moisture will affect the life of the laser head.
* If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room,

moisture may condense on the lens inside the player. Should this occur, the system will not operate

properly. Remove the disc and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture

evaporates.
* Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system, unplug the system and have it checked by

qualified personnel before operating it again.
* Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
* The mains plug is the disconnect device, and the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
* Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

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Correct Handling of Batteries

Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or battery leakage, which could cause fire,
personal injury or damage to property.
Use only the types of the batteries which are indicated in this manual.
Do not install new batteries with used ones.
Install the batteries correctly by following the polarity (+ and -) indications in the battery compartment.
Do not dispose of the used batteries as domestic waste. Dispose of them in accordance with the local
regulations.

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Table of Contents

IMPORTANT ............................................................................................................................. 1

Before Connection .................................................................................................................. 2

For your safety .......................................................................................................................................... 2

Precautions .............................................................................................................................................. 2

Correct Handling of Batteries .................................................................................................................. 3

Package Contents ................................................................................................................... 5

Control Locations .................................................................................................................... 6

The Unit ................................................................................................................................................... 6

Remote control ........................................................................................................................................ 7

Installation of Batteries in the Remote Control ..................................................................................... 7

Connection ..............................................................................................................................8

Connect to the TV ................................................................................................................................... 8

Connecting the Speakers ........................................................................................................................ 8

Connecting the FM Antenna ................................................................................................................... 9

Connecting to the assistance equipment ............................................................................................... 9

Connecting to the amplifier with digital signal input terminal........................................................... 10

Connecting the AC Power Cord ............................................................................................................ 10

Turning the Power On and Off .............................................................................................. 10

Button Functions ................................................................................................................... 11

General Operate .................................................................................................................................... 11

Playing picture CD disc ......................................................................................................................... 15

CD Operation ......................................................................................................................................... 15

DVD Menu Options ................................................................................................................................16

Use the USB ........................................................................................................................................... 20

Listening to Radio Broadcasts .............................................................................................................. 20

RDS (Radio Data System) Reception ................................................................................................... 21

Clock/Timer Functions ......................................................................................................... 21

Setting the Clock ................................................................................................................................... 21

Setting the Daily Timer ......................................................................................................................... 22

Setting the Sleep Timer ....................................................................................................................... 22

Protect the Disc .................................................................................................................... 23

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 23

Specification ......................................................................................................................... 24

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

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Package Contents

Make sure all of the following contents are included.

The unit

AC/DC Adaptor
(P.N.: AXM910P0002)

Speakers x 2

Power line
(P.N.: AXM910P0003)

Remote control
(P.N.: AXM910P0001)

Video leads
(P.N.: AXM910P0004)

Speaker leads X 2
(P.N.: AXM910P0005)

Instruction Manual
(P.N.: AXM910P0008)

FM Antenna
(P.N.: AXM910P0006)

Addendum
(P.N.: AXM910P0009)

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AAA Batteries X 2
(P.N.: AXM910P0007)

Control Locations

The Unit

Front view

1. Function Button

2. Standby Button

3. Disc Tray

4. Play/Pause Button
Tuning Forward Button

5. Open/Close Button

6. Stop Button
Tuning Backward Button

7. Loudness Button

8. USB Port

9. Remote Sensor

10. VFD Display Lens

11. Volume Control Knob

12. Next Button

13. Previous Button

14. Mode Button

Rear view

15. Scart Socket

16. Coaxial Output Terminal

17. Video Output Terminal

18. DC Jack

19. Speaker Output Terminals (L&R)

20. FM Antenna Socket

21. AUX Input Terminals (L&R)

22. S-Video Output Terminal

23. Component Output Terminals

24. Audio out Terminal

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Remote control

1. Standby Button

2. DVD Button

3. TUNER Button

4. Dimmer Button DIM

5. Preset Equalizer Button P-EQ

6. Subtitle Button

7. Title Button

8. Setup Button

S Button

9.

10.

W Button
T Button

11.

12. Clock Button

13. Next Button G

14. Previous Button H

15. Play/Pause Button BF

16. Fast Backward Button D

17. Mode Button

18. Number Buttons

19. Mute Button

20. USB Button

21. AUX Button

22. Loudness Button

23. Super Bass Button

S-BASS

24. Zoom Button

25. Audio Button

26. Menu Button

27. Enter Button

28.

X Button

29. Sleep/Timer Button

30. Volume Up Button +

31. Volume Down Button -

32. Stop Button L

33. Fast Forward Button C

34. OSD/RDS Button

35. Program Button

36. Goto Button

Installation of Batteries in the Remote Control

1. Slide the back cover off to open the battery compartment of the
remote control.

2. Insert two batteries (size AAA) correctly, so that the + and ­polarities match the polarity diagrams in the battery compartment.

* About half a year of normal operation can be expected

when using standard batteries.

* When the batteries are exhausted, the remote will not function.

Replace both batteries at the same time with new ones.

* Don’t mix old and new batteries.
* Don’t mix different types of batteries.
* When the unit is not used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage caused by

battery leakage and corrosion.

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