Hitachi C28W40TN, C32W40TN User Manual

Users

Guide

C28W40TN C32W40TN

introduction

Dear HITACHI customer

Congratulations on your purchase of the very latest state of the art digital

technology. At Hitachi we pride ourselves on producing high quality digital

televisions with outstanding picture and audio capabilities, coupled with

Hitachi’s reputation for superior reliability. You should enjoy many years of

trouble free operation from your TV. Take some time to read this Users Guide

thoroughly, and if you encounter any difficulty, firstly refer to the Trouble

Shooting Guide at the rear of this manual. In the unlikely event of a problem

occurring with your TV, contact your dealer immediately.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND SOUND*

Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound is the domestic version of Cinema Dolby

stereo sound, and allows the viewer to enjoy full cinematic sound quality when

watching films or events recorded in Dolby Surround. The surround channels

reinforce the stereo image, allowing front to rear sound movements (such as

overhead aircraft effects) which immerses the viewer in ambience and special

effects. In addition to this, the Pro Logic circuitry is able to create a centre

channel - this anchors dialogue and central sounds to the screen so that

speech does not become disembodied or lost in sound effects.

Dolby Pro Logic together with Hitachi's unique 3DS Spatial Sound system will allow you to enjoy the full Cinema Sound in your own home. In addition to this your Hitachi TV has full expansion sockets to accommodate optional speaker

systems, so you can set up your listening area to match your most exacting

audio demands and aesthetic preferences. These features along with

outstanding picture quality and of course our reputation for superior reliability

will continually reward your decision for choosing HITACHI.

*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

DOLBY, the double-D symbol and PRO LOGIC are the trademarks of Dolby

Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

...notes on illustrations

The model illustrated throughout this Users Guide is the C28W40TN.

This model differs only cosmetically from other models covered by this guide,

but all the functions and controls remain the same.

digital circuitry

To maintain efficient working temperature of your TV’s digital circuitry and

prolong component life Hitachi have installed an integral cooling fan into your

TV. Therefore on low TV volumes you may hear a slight background noise

contents

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contents

Television Safety ....................................................................4

Battery Safety and Installation................................................5

Aerial and VCR Installation ....................................................6

Aerial, Satellite and VCR Installation ......................................7

Television Control Panel ........................................................8

Camcorder and Computer Connection .................................9

External Equipment Connection............................................10

Handset Controls - Program Tuning ....................................12

Automatic Tuning Procedure and Digital Program Swap ......13

Automatic Tuning Procedure and Digital Program Delete ....14

Manual Tuning Procedure - Analogue ..................................15

Program Name Change........................................................17

Program Swap......................................................................18

Picture Controls ....................................................................19

Signal Source Entry ..............................................................20

Audio and Equaliser Controls ................................................22

Features - Sleep Timer and Wide Screen ............................24

Sound Mode ........................................................................27

Hitachi 3DS Sound System ..................................................28

Sound Features ....................................................................29

Speaker Setup ......................................................................30

Surround Setup ....................................................................31

AV Setup ..............................................................................32

Handset Controls - Television Operation ..............................33

Handset Controls - Teletext Functions ................................34

Teletext Operation ................................................................35

Digital - Personal Identification Number................................36

Digital Autotune ....................................................................37

Digital - Locking Channels ....................................................38

Digital Organiser - Program Swap ........................................39

Digital Organiser - Program Delete ......................................40

Digital - Record Event Entry..................................................41

Digital Modem Set-Up ..........................................................43

Digital Software Upgrade......................................................45

Handset Controls - Digital TV features..................................46

Digital Features - TV Guide ..................................................47

Digital Features - TV information ..........................................48

Trouble Shooting Guide ........................................................49

Guarantee ............................................................................50

Technical Data ......................................................................51

television safety

This television 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 - so please read this users guide before you attempt to install and use this equipment.

DO NOT cut off fitted mains plug as it may contain a special radio interference filter, the

removal of which could lead to impaired performance. If you wish to extend the lead, obtain an appropriate extension lead or consult your dealer.

DO NOT 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, take out the wall socket plug and consult your dealer.

IF you intend placing this TV into a cabinet or a wall alcove, please ensure there is at least a 100mm (10cm) gap to the sides, rear and top of the TV. This is to allow for adequate ventilation during your TV's operation.

DO NOT leave unattended equipment switched on unless it is stated that it is designed to do so. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and show your family how to do this. Make special arrangements for infirm and handicapped people.

DO NOT obstruct the ventilation of equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings, or place your TV onto a carpet during operation which could also obstruct ventilation. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the lifespan of your equipment.

DO NOT use makeshift stands and never fix legs or stands to the TV with any screws other than those provided - to ensure complete safety always use the manufacturers approved stand with the fixings provided.

DO NOT allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture, or place any water filled vessels on top of your TV.

NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots, or any other opening in the TV - this could result in a fatal shock.

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

DO be careful with any glass panels or doors on equipment.

DO consult your dealer if you are in any doubt about installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

DO place your TV on a flat surface, or if supplied, the stand accessory.

DO NOT remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.

DO observe the manufacturer’s instructions when connecting extension leads to your TV.

The fuse should be a 5 Amp fuse with the safety symbols and displayed. If you are in any doubt about the extension installation please consult a competent electrician.

always

battery safety and installation

1. When inserting the batteries make sure the polarities are correct, that is, ‘+’ to ‘+’, ‘-’ to ‘-’.

2. Replace the batteries with the equivalent ‘AAA’ type.

3. Discard old batteries safely, following the battery safety guidelines.

battery installation

Remove cover of handset by lifting up the cover at the recess.

Insert batteries into handset as shown and replace cover.

Take care to fit your batteries

correctly, observing the plus

‘+’ and minus ‘-’ marks on the battery and appliance.

Incorrect fitting can cause

leakage, or in extreme

cases, fire or explosion.

always

Replace the whole set of batteries at one time, taking care not to mix old and new

batteries of different types,

since this can result in leakage, or in extreme

cases, fire or explosion.

always

Store unused batteries in

their packaging and away

from metal objects which may cause a short circuit resulting in leakage, or in

extreme cases, fire or

explosion.

+-+-+-+

always

Remove dead batteries from

equipment, and all batteries

from equipment that is to be

left for long periods of time without any use. Otherwise

the batteries may leak and

cause damage.

never!

Never dispose of batteries in

fire as this can cause an

explosion.

Respect the environment -

always dispose of batteries in

an environmentally friendly

manner.

never!

Never attempt to recharge

ordinary batteries, either in a

charger or by applying heat to

them. They may leak, cause fire

or even explode. Rechargeable

NiCAD batteries and

chargers can be purchased

from any good High Street

electrical retailer .

CHARGE

aerial and VCR installation

aerial connection

AUDIO LINE OUT

AV1

AV2

2 X 12W 8

RF OUT

SERIAL PORT

LINE

C.1

C.2

aerial and VCR connection

Connect VCR ‘out’ to your television’s RF socket ‘in’ marked

AV1

AV2

RF OUT

SERIAL PORT

LINE

C.1

C.2

AUDIO LINE OUT

2 X 12W 8

Scart leads are an optional extra

IMPORTANT NOTE: When you connect your VCR to your television, the Audio Visual setting has to be set correctly to ensure best picture quality -

see AV Setup section on page 32

Video Cassette Recorder

Connect aerial (RF) ‘link lead’ to

VCR RF ‘in’.

Connect aerial (RF) lead to digital ‘in’

marked

Connect aerial (RF) ‘link lead’ to TV analogue ‘in’ marked

Connect aerial (RF) lead to digital ‘in’

marked

It is recommended that the RF (aerial) leads which connects external equipment to your TV -

and the actual aerial lead itself - should be of the highest quality. This will reduce interferance

and produce better picture quality and recordings. You can consult your dealer on this matter.

Note: The digital ‘link lead’ is the piece of equipment with two ‘blocks’ near the end.

connecting to the mains socket

aerial, satellite, and VCR installation

Super-VHS video equipment should be connected to the AV1 scart socket located at the

rear of your TV. A dedicated program number may be assigned to AV1, allowing you

easier access to view external equipment broadcasts. How to assign an AV signal to

dedicated program numbers is explained on pages 20 and 21.

satellite and VCR installation

Connect aerial (RF) ‘link lead’ to

satellite RF ‘in’.

Connect VCR ‘out’ to TV ‘in’

marked

AV1

AV2

RF OUT

SERIAL PORT

LINE

C.1

C.2

AUDIO LINE OUT

2 X 12W 8

Scart leads are an optional extra

Important - If you have not already done so, please read television safety on page 4 before connecting your television and external equipment.

insert plug...

...and switch on

*A scart lead should be fitted between your TV and VCR to enhance your picture and sound

quality. They are also rquired to record digital programs. Scart leads are essential if

you have a stereo TV and VCR and wish to obtain stereo sound from your equipment. These

leads can be purchased from your Hitachi dealer or any good High Street electrical

satellite decoder

Video Cassette Recorder

Connect aerial (RF) lead to digital ‘in’

marked

Connect satellite ‘out’ to

VCR RF ‘in’.

Note: The digital ‘link lead’ is the piece of equipment with two ‘blocks’ near the end.

television control panel

This will be lit when your TV is on and when in standby mode. It will flash

when a function

from your remote control

is being sent to the TV, or

the modem is in use. When the TV is placed in ‘active’ standby mode or

recording events, the

colour will be orange (see

pages 20 and 41).

This is for

reading commands

sent from your remote

control handset.

Use this to switch your TV on and off (when switched off by using this

button your TV consumes no

power - unlike when in

standby mode).

To use the controls push the door in and release.

These sockets are

for use with external

equipment - see page 9.

This socket is for

use with external

equipment - see page 9.

Used with

headphones (3.5mm

stereo jack plug required).

Used to access your

on screen MAIN MENU for

TV features adjustment.

Used to change the TV

channel up ‘+’ or down ‘-’ (or

cursor up and down when using On

Screen Display menus).

Used to increase ‘+’, or

decrease ‘-’ your TV's sound (or

cursor right and left when in On

Screen Display menus).

on/off button

TV mode light

infra-red lens

television controls door panel

headphone socket

S-VHS sockets

audio/video sockets

volume buttons

program buttons

menu button

camcorder and computer connection

To use headphones with

your TV insert the headphone

jack plug (3.5mm) into the

corresponding socket.

(see sound mode on page 27)

Use this socket, along with

audio in right to obtain sound

from your external equipment

through your TV’s speakers.

Use this socket with an

S-VHS or Hi8 camera to view

your recordings.

Use this in conjunction

with a standard 8mm camera to

see the picture from your

equipment.

Use this socket, along with

audio in left to obtain sound from

your external equipment through

your TV’s speakers.

camcorder

Connecting a camcorder

to your TV is easy. First, identify

the type of camcorder and its

connecting sockets. If it is a

standard 8mm type camera then

this is likely to have 'RCA' type

sockets. If you have a S-VHS or

Hi8 camera you may have a S-

VHS socket. Open the front

control panel door and connect

your equipment as detailed here.

Switch your TV on and press the

TV/AV button on your

handset until AV3 is displayed on

your TV screen. Now begin

playback operation of your

equipment. Alternatively, you

could allocate an individual

channel number for your

camcorder equipment - see

signal source entry on

page 20.

connecting to the mains socket

Important - If you have not already done so, please read television safety on

page 4 before connecting your television and external equipment.

headphone connection

S-VHS socket

audio ‘in’ right

audio ‘in’ left

video ‘in’

If digital video broadcasting equipment, computer equipment or video games are to be

connected to this TV, use the AV2 located on the rear of your TV for RGB input.

PLEASE NOTE: Prolonged use of computer equipment or games on this TV may cause permanent

damage to your picture tube. To avoid such damage, reduce the brightness and contrast to an

acceptable level and limit the duration of use of computer equipment.

Before connecting external

equipment, please consult

AV setup on page 32.

external equipment connection - digital

AV1

AV2

RF OUT

SERIAL PORT

LINE

C.1

C.2

AUDIO LINE OUT

2 X 12W 8

RF OUT

SERIAL PORT

LINE

C.1

C.2

digital ‘RF OUT’

This should be permanently

connected directly to the ‘link

lead’, which should be either

connected to external equipment

or directly to the RF aerial

socket (see opposite page).

digital ‘RF IN’

This socket should be

permanently connected to

your RF source - i.e your

aerial antenna.

serial port

This slot is to be used to

accommodate future digital

services (such as home

banking), software upgrades

and additional external

equipment connected to your

digital system.

card slot 2

This serial port will connect

directly to external

equipment in future

developments.

To take advantage of

the modem and future

services you will require a

modem lead

(431A plug to RJ11 plug)

and a dual outlet adaptor to

connect to your existing phone

socket. Details on how to

connect the equipment are

given in modem set up

on page 42.

NOTE: Your Hitachi TV with

modem has what is called a

Ringer Equivalence Number

(REN). This is shown on a label

fitted on the back cover near

the scart sockets. With

external equipment this

modem socket is connected to

a telephone line. It is possible

that along with your modem

there will be other

communications equipment

(each of which will have its

own REN number)connected

to the telephone line. Each

piece of connected equipment

should remain operational

providing the total sum of all

the REN numbers is no greater

than 4.

modem socket

This slot is to be used to

accommodate future digital

services (such as home

banking), software upgrades

and additional external

equipment connected to your

digital system.

card slot 1

Before connecting

external equipment,

please consult

AV setup on page 32.

external equipment connection - analogue

AV1

AV2

RF OUT

SERIAL PORT

LINE

C.1

C.2

AUDIO LINE OUT

2 X 12W 8

Use this socket to

connect ordinary VHS,

S-VHS or Hi8 equipment

to your TV. It is also used

for digital output.

The 18V power

output socket is specifically

designed for HITACHI

accessories - under no

circumstances connect any

other accessory to this socket as this could cause irreparable damage to your

equipment.

Use these connections to attach your leads to the amplifiers and speakers:

S is for the surround amplifier and speakers

C is for the centre amplifier and speaker

R is for the right amplifier and speaker

L is for the left amplifier and speaker

Once connected de-activate 3DS system (see page 28) and set Speaker Setup to WIDE or NORMAL

mode (see page 30) - with this configuration, using 5 external speakers full Dolby Pro Logic can be

achieved enhancing your viewing and listening experience.

AUDIO LINE OUT

AV1

AV2

2 X 12W 8

Use this to connect digital video

broadcasting equipment, home

computers and home entertainment

systems to your TV. Output from this

connector can be selected. See AV

setup on page 32.

This should be

permanently connected to

an RF source - i.e your

aerial antenna.

The DIN sockets are

used to connect two

external speakers for which

no amplifier is necessary.

R is for the right external

speaker, and L is for the

left external speaker.

...notes on audio equipment

If you have purchased your TV complete with Hitachi’s power console please refer to the Users

Guide supplied with the equipment.

Your HITACHI dealer can also advise you on the correct amplifier and speaker choice for your TV.

18V socket

AV2 scart input

AV1 scart input

RF aerial socket

quad phono sockets

DIN sockets

Before connecting

external equipment,

please consult

AV setup on page 32.

handset controls - program tuning

This button is

used to return to the

previous menu you were viewing, or to

cancel a selection.

Press this

button to leave the

menu you are on and

return to normal TV

operation.

This button is

used to enter the

main menu. This is

where your TV’s

features options are

displayed.

This button is

used to confirm a

highlighted selection

Use this button

to move the menu

selection box right.

Use this button

to move the menu

selection box left.

Use this button

to move the menu

selection box up.

Use this button

to move the menu

selection box down.

cursor down

cursor up

go back

exit

cursor right

The handset controls shown below

are used when programming your TV and

to adjust the sound and picture features.

cursor left

Use these

buttons to enter

frequency values.

digits 0 to 9

For other handset controls see

handset controls - television operation on page 33

handset controls - analogue teletext on page 34

handset controls - digital TV features on page 46

automatic tuning procedure and Digital program swap

important note on VCR and satellite

Do not switch your TV on until all external equipment is connected. If you have a Video

Cassette Recorder or a Satellite receiver connected to this TV please ensure that they

are switched on before automatic tuning begins. In the case of a VCR, insert a

pre-recorded tape and begin playback of your equipment. With a Satellite receiver select

Sky News. These measures ensure that all your external equipment is tuned in during

the autotune procedure.

Your TV will now search through the digital

frequencies. It stores them in the DIGITAL

ORGANISER as it finds each digital program.

To make your program tuning easier, HITACHI have

installed an automatic tuning procedure to find the digital and analogue programs. Switch your TV on.

If you are satisfied all external equipment has been

connected, you can begin AUTOTUNE. It is

recommended that both analogue and digital are

stored at the same time, so press button ‘1’ on

your handset and AUTOTUNE will begin

- firstly the analogue search.

Your TV will now search through the

analogue frequencies, listing them into the

following order -

0.Video 1.BBC1, 2.BBC2, 3.ITV 4.CH4/S4C,

5.CH5 (subject to availability) 6.Satellite.

automatic tuning procedure

To finish the installation process and return to

normal TV operation press the menu button

on your handset twice.

Once program of choice has been

highlighted, select OK to confirm - the

selection bar will turn red.

To organise programs you must swap their

positions. Use the up/down cursor keys to

highlight a program whose position you

want to change (in the example on the

right it is the BBC1 service).

Using the up/down cursor keys move your

selected program to the program number

you wish it to occupy.

Press OK to confirm your new

program position - repeat if necessary.

Programs can also be deleted - see ‘Digital

Organiser - Program Delete’ on page 39.

Use

to choose, OK to select service

Re-order service list or delete services.

▲ ▼

Use

to choose, OK to select service

Re-order service list or delete services.

▲ ▼

Use

to choose, OK to select service

Re-order service list or delete services.

▲ ▼

manual tuning procedure - analogue

Press and hold the MENU button for 5

seconds. The INSTALL option in the

MAIN MENU appears.

Press the cursor down button to select

INSTALL .

Once highlighted, accept selection.

Press the cursor down button to select

MANUAL SETUP.

Once highlighted, accept selection.

Once selected press OK to accept the

selection. The selection bar turns red

- it is ready to be changed.

Use the cursor keys to move the

selection bar over the program

FREQUENCY required to be adjusted.

entry method 1

The first option will be to fine tune the

chosen frequency either up or down.

Select your choice of FREQUENCY entry

method using the left/right cursor keys.

To switch your TV between analogue and digital systems, the

digital handset on your handset has to be pressed. Before

starting manual tuning procedure (analogue) please ensure that

your TV is in analogue mode.

manual tuning procedure - analogue

Once the method of entry has been decided

upon and the new frequency, channel or band

number entered, this can then be stored in

the TV's memory by pressing the

confirmation button.

To return to normal TV operation press the

television button on your handset.

entry method 2

If the right cursor key is pressed,

autosearch becomes an option

- you can search either up or down.

entry method 3

If the right cursor key is pressed again, you

can enter a two digit channel (CH) number

using the buttons 0-9.

entry method 4

If the right cursor key is pressed again, you

can enter a two digit S-Band number

using the handset buttons 0 to 9.

entry method 5

If the right cursor key is pressed again,

you can manually input a five digit frequency

using the numbered handset buttons 0 to 9.

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In the digital system, to tune in programs manually is not an option.

For digital autotune see page 37.

program name change

Press and hold the MENU button for 5

seconds. The INSTALL option in the

MAIN MENU appears.

Press the cursor down button to select

INSTALL.

Once highlighted, accept selection.

Press the cursor down button to select

MANUAL SETUP.

Once highlighted, accept selection.

Once highlighted press OK to accept the

selection. You will see the selection bar turn

red and the chosen character will flash on

and off - it is ready to be changed.

You can input up to 5 characters

- to change each character use the

up/down cursor buttons to change each

letter or symbol

To move from character to character

use the right/left cursor buttons.

Once the new NAME has been chosen and

entered, confirm your entry to be stored and

repeat if necessary.

To return to normal TV operation press the

television button on your handset.

Use the cursor keys to move the

selection bar over the NAME

required to be adjusted.

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