Hitachi C28W410TN, C28W410SN, C28W411TN User Manual

C28W410SN - C28W410TN - C28W411TN

WIDE SCREEN COLOUR TELEVISION INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

Dear Hitachi Customer,

Congratulations on your purchase of the very latest ‘state

of the art’ television from HITACHI. At Hitachi we pride

ourselves on producing high quality 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 the Operating

Guide thoroughly, and if you encounter any difficulty, firstly

refer to the Trouble Shooting guide at the rear of this

manual. If, in the unlikely event of a problem occurring on

your TV, contact your dealer immediately. Please read the

Guarantee carefully, this is found on page 24.

TV Introduction

CONTENTS

Introduction & Contents Page 2 TV Safety Page 3 Battery Safety & Installation Page 4 TV Installation Page 5 General TV Controls Overview Page 6 Automatic Tuning Procedure Page 7 - 8 Manual Tuning Procedure Page 9 - 11 Picture & Audio Controls Page 12 - 13 Feature Menu Page 14 NICAM Features Page 15 Widescreen Modes Page 16 - 17 Handset Layout Page 18 Handset Functions Page 19 Connecting External AV equipment Page 20 - 21 Teletext & VCR Operation Page 22 Trouble Shooting Guide Page 23 Your Guarantee Page 24 Technical Specifications Page 25 Environmental Notice from HITACHI Page 26

TV Safety

DO observe the manufacturers 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.

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.

DO NOT cut off the 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, withdraw the mains 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 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 show your family how to do this. Make special arrangements for infirm or handicapped people.

DO NOT obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the lifespan of your equipment.

DO NOT use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws - to ensure complete safety, always fit the manufacturers approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DO NOT allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

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!

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 ensure that all connections, (including the mains plug, extension leads and inter-connections

between the pieces of equipment), are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturers instructions

. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug before making or changing connections.

DO NOT listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.

DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

DO NOT use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distract-

ed from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DO NOT place hot objects such as candles or nightlights on, or close to, equipment. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires.

Should you require to replace the fuse in the moulded mains plug with a new fuse then please replace with one of the same value, type and approval as the original. Ensure the fuse cover is returned to its original position.

Battery Installation

Battery Safety Guidelines

Used correctly, batteries are a safe and dependable source of portable power. However, problems can occur if they are misused or abused - resulting in leakage, or in extreme cases, fire or explosion. Here are some simple guidelines to safe battery use designed to eliminate any such problems.

always

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 leak-

age, 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 explo-

sion.

+-+-+-+

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 charg-

er 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.

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

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

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

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

Insert batteries into handset as shown and replace cover.

CHARGE

Before installing your TV please read the following important notes:

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 T elevision. This is to allow for adequate ventilation during TV operation. Don’t allow soft furnishings such as curtains to be draped over the TV whilst in operation. Never place the TV on to a carpet during normal operation - this could obstruct ventilation slots on the base of the TV . Always place the TV on a flat surface , or if supplied, the stand accessory. Failure to observe the above guidelines could result in serious overheating of your TV, or in extreme cases, even fire.

TV Installation

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

Step 1. Connecting your TV to the mains socket.

(Please read the Safety Notes on page 3 with reference to unattended operation).

Insert Plug and Switch on

Step 2. TV only installation.

Step 3. Installation via a VCR.

Aerial (RF) Lead

Aerial (RF) Socket

Aerial (RF) Lead

Aerial (RF) Socket VCR

Aerial (RF) Socket TV

(RF) connecter lead VCR to TV

OUT

*Optional Scart Lead TV to VCR

wall socket

TV Controls Overview

On/off

Switch

Headphone

Socket

S-VHS Socket

Audio/Video

Input Sockets

Volume+/-

Buttons

InfraRed

lens

TV Mode

Light

P+/P-

Buttons

MENU Button

FRONT CONTROL PANEL

Access to the front control panel is gained by pushing the door in and releasing. The front control panel contains items such as the Headphone socket, Audio/Video sockets, Programme + /- and Volume +/- buttons. Also located on the front are the ON/OFF button, Infra Red Lens and TV Mode Light.

REAR CONNECTING SOCKETS

The rear of your TV contains an aerial RF input and two scart sockets, AV1 and AV2. The RF/ aerial socket is permanently connected to an RF source i.e. an aerial antenna (shown on Page 5). The scart sockets are used to connect external equipment such as VCR’s, Satellite Receivers / Decoder etc. Connection of this equipment is explained in greater detail on Page 20 and 21 of this manual.

Consult your HITACHI dealer with regards to purchasing HITACHI auxiliary equipment.

RF Aerial

Input Socket

Scart Socket

AV1

Scart Socket

AV2

SWITCHING ON

To switch your TV on, press the ON/OFF button shown above. If the TV fails to display anything on the screen, but the red TV mode light appears bright, then the TV is in Stand by mode. Press the Stand by button on your handset (key 2) to activate the TV. The red TV mode light will then dim and you should allow the TV a few seconds for a picture to appear.

Automatic T

uning Procedure

Main Menu Picture Audio Sound Mode Feature Install

Install Autotune Manual Tune Program Sort Language

Autotune 00 VIDEO CH37 AV1 01 BBC1 515.25 02 BBC2 528.30 03 ITV 544.65 04 CH4 566.55 05 CH5 572.10 06 Sat 525.25

=Select =Adjust Menu =Exit

= Select = Adjust Menu = Exit

Menu = Exit

English

Completed Autotune example.

SIGNAL QUALITY - If poor or noisy signals are experienced from your TV during normal operation, fit the supplied Relay RF cable between your VCR and TV. This measure will improve the picture quality on your TV.

To automatically tune this TV to your local broadcasting stations follow the step by step guide below. Once the TV has found all your local stations, then they are automatically assigned into the following order:

1.BBC1; 2: BBC2; 3: ITV; 4:CH4/S4C; 5: CH5 (subject to availability); 6: Satellite.

Alternatively, if you are familiar with local broadcasting frequency or CH numbers, then these can be entered manually. Please refer to the Manual Tuning Procedure section of this booklet.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have a VCR or a Satellite receiver connected to this TV please ensure that they are switched on before Autotune commences. 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 equipment is tuned in during the AUTOTUNE procedure. (Satellite equipment installation is explained on Page 20 and 21). Note: The VCR programme number should always be set to 0

Press and HOLD the MENU button until

MAIN MENU with INSTALL is shown

Highlight INSTALL using the up/down

buttons

(if INSTALL is not shown follow step

above once more).

Press the left right buttons select

INSTALL. The INSTALL menu is

shown.

If language setting is incorrect, use

up/down buttons to highlight

LANGUAGE, and select using the

left/right buttons.

Use the up/down buttons to highlight

AUTOTUNE.

Use the left/right buttons to begin

AUTOTUNE.

The PROGRAM SORT menu allows the user to swap programme numbers from one location to another. If necessary follow the steps below.

Program Sort

Automatic T

uning cont.

Main Menu Picture Audio Sound Mode Feature Install

Install Autotune Manual Tune Program Sort Language

Program Sort 00 VIDEO CH37 AV1 01 BBC1 515.25 02 BBC2 528.30 03 ITV 544.65 04 CH4 566.55 I 05 CH5 572.10 I 06 Sat 525.25 I

Program Sort 00 VIDEO CH37 AV1 01 BBC1 515.25 02 BBC2 528.30 03 ITV 544.65 04 CH4 566.55 05 CH5 572.10 06 Sat 525.25

= Select = Adjust Menu = Exit

= Select CH = Adjust Menu = Exit

Program Sort 00 VIDEO CH37 AV1 01 ITV 544.65 02 BBC2 528.30 03 BBC1 515.25 04 CH4 566.55 05 CH5 572.10 06 Sat 525.25

= Select CH = Adjust Menu = Exit

= Select CH = Swap Menu = Exit

In this example BBC1 on Program 1 has been

selected so that it may be swapped with

Program 3 (ITV).

Press and HOLD the MENU button until

MAIN MENU with INSTALL is shown

Use up/down buttons to highlighht

INSTALL and use the left/right

buttons to select.

Use the up/down buttons to highlight

PROGRAM SORT.

The PROGRAM SORT menu is displayed.

Use the up/down buttons to highlight

Program to change (example shows

Program 3 ITV)

Press the ‘CH’ button to select

(selection bar turns RED in colour)

Use the up/down buttons to highlight

Program to be replaced (example

shows Program 1 BBC1)

Once highlighted press CH key once

more to confirm selection (selection bar

returns to BLUE)

Repeat above to swap other programs, or repeatedly press MENU button to return to

TV operation.

Use left/right buttons to select

PROGRAM SORT.

To FINE TUNE press the up/down

buttons until the picture becomes clear.

Manual T

uning Procedure

If desired, you may manually tune this TV. There are several methods of Manual Tuning, these include Search Tuning / Fine Tuning and Frequency or CH manual input (this requires you to know your local broadcasting frequency or CH number). This section will also deal with items such as assigning AV sockets to program numbers and Program Naming.

This section deals with locating broadcasting stations using the Search Tuning and combined Fine Tuning facility. Fine Tuning may be required after Search or Automatic Tuning is complete.

Search T

uning / Fine T

uning

Main Menu Picture Audio Sound Mode Feature Install

Install Autotune Manual Tune Program Sort Language

Manual Tune 00 VIDEO CH37 01 BBC1 515.25 02 BBC2 528.30

= Select = Adjust Menu = Exit

= Select =Adjust Menu = Exit

=Select CH = Adjust Menu = Exit

The MANUAL TUNE menu is displayed

(bottom right).

Use the up/down/left/right buttons to

highlight frequency bar of

programme Nº to Search Tune.

Press ‘CH’ button to select

(bar turns RED)

When a broadcast is found either

repeatedly press the MENU button to

store and exit to TV

To continue SEARCH TUNE simply

press the left/right buttons the TV will

start searching once more..

When complete repeatedly press the

MENU button to exit, or repeat above

to Search/Fine Tune other program

numbers if necessary.

Press and HOLD the MENU button until

MAIN MENU with INSTALL is shown

Use up/down buttons to highlight

INSTALL and use the left/right buttons

to select.

Use the up/down buttons to highlight

MANUAL TUNE.

Press the left/right buttons to begin

SEARCH TUNE.

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