HITACHI 50UX58K User Manual

IMPORTANT  
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PROJECTION COLOR TV  
50UX58B - 50UX58K  
60UX58B - 60UX58K  
55UX58B  
OPERATING GUIDE  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
IMPORTANT ..............................................................................................................................2  
SAFETY TIPS.............................................................................................................................3  
PICTURE CAUTIONS.............................................................................................................6  
ACCESSORIES..........................................................................................................................7  
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT..............................7  
HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV .....................................................8  
HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS.................................................................................8  
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL............................................................9  
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS....................................................................................................10  
FRONT VIEW .......................................................................................................................10  
FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS........................................................................11  
REAR PANEL JACKS ..............................................................................................................11  
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS ...............................................................................................12  
TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.............................................................................12  
EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS...................................................................................................12  
CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER..................................................................12  
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES.......................................................................13  
CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER................................14  
CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER OR DVD PLAYER TO INPUT 2............14  
AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP .........................................................................................................15  
THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-612MP)..................................................................15  
MULTI-PAGE WINDOWS.........................................................................................................16  
HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV..........................................17  
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)...................................................................................................18  
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS.......................................................20  
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX/SATELLITE FUNCTIONS ......................21  
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS.............................22  
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES.....................................................................22  
ULTRATEC OSD......................................................................................................................27  
SET UP ....................................................................................................................................29  
CUSTOM..................................................................................................................................31  
VIDEO ......................................................................................................................................36  
AUDIO......................................................................................................................................37  
THEATER.................................................................................................................................39  
INFO.........................................................................................................................................40  
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL...................42  
SAFETY TIPS  
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your dealer or service shop.  
SAFETY TIPS  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TELEVISION  
CAUTION:  
• Read all of these instructions.  
• Save these instructions for later use.  
• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television.  
Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI televisions.  
Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this  
section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you  
obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television.  
Please fill out your warranty card and mail it to HITACHI. This will enable HITACHI to notify you promptly in the  
improbable event that a safety problem should be discovered in your product model.  
FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY  
1 This television is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the  
other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the  
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace  
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.  
2 When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed, unplug this television set from the wall outlet and refer  
servicing to qualified service personnel.  
3 Do not overload wall outlets and extension 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 place the television where the  
power cord is subject to traffic or abuse. This may result in a shock or fire hazard.  
5 Do not attempt to service this television set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to  
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
6 Never push objects of any kind into this television set through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous  
voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the  
television set.  
SAFETY TIPS  
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7 If the television has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged, unplug this television set from the wall  
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.  
8 If liquid has been spilled into this television set, unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service to qualified  
service personnel.  
9 Do not subject your television to impact of any kind. Be particularly careful not to damage the picture tube  
surface.  
10 Unplug this television from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use  
a damp cloth for cleaning.  
11-1 Do not place the television on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The television may fall, causing serious injury  
to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the  
manufacturer, or sold with the television. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and  
should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.  
11-2 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven  
surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.  
PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET  
12 Do not use this television near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a  
wet 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 the set from  
the wall outlet and refer servicing personnel.  
13 Choose a place where light (artificial or sunlight) does not shine directly on the screen.  
14 Avoid dusty places, since accumulated dust inside the chassis may cause failure of the set when high humidity  
SAFETY TIPS  
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persists.  
15 The television has slots, or openings in the cabinet for ventilation purposes, to provide reliable operation of the  
receiver, and to protect 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 slots of the set by placing it on a bed, sofa, rug, etc.  
• Never place the set near or over a radiator or heat register.  
• Never place the set in a "built-in" enclosure, unless proper ventilation provided.  
PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET  
16-1 If an outside antenna is connected to the television set, be sure the antenna system is protected against  
voltage surges and built up static charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, NFPA No. 70-1975,  
provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-  
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.  
ANTENNA GROUNDING DIAGRAM AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS .  
16-2 Note to CATV system installer: (Only for television with CATV reception) This reminder is provided to call  
the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding  
and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as  
close to the point of cable entry as practical.  
17 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 lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna  
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them  
might be fatal.  
18 For added protection for the television during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for  
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage due to  
lightning and power-line surges.  
OPERATION OF YOUR SET  
19 This television should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you  
are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your television dealer or local power company. For  
television sets designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.  
SAFETY TIPS  
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20 If the television does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, unplug this set television set  
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Adjust only those controls that are covered  
in the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require  
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the television set to normal operation.  
21 If your television is to remain unused for a period of time, (such as when going on a holiday), turn the television  
OFF and unplug it from the wall outlet.  
IF THE TELEVISION DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY  
22 If you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in your operating instructions,  
do not attempt any further adjustment. Unplug the television and call your dealer or service technician.  
23 Whenever the television is damaged or fails, or a distinct change in performance indicates a need for service,  
unplug the set and have it checked by a professional service technician.  
24 It is normal for some televisions to make occasional snapping or popping sounds, particularly when being  
turned on or off. If the snapping or popping is continuous or frequent, unplug the set and consult your dealer or  
service technician.  
FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION  
25 Do not use attachments not recommended by the television set manufacturer as they may cause hazards.  
26 When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by  
the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in  
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.  
27 Upon completion of any service or repairs to the television set, ask the service technician to perform routine  
safety checks 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.  
ACCESSORIES  
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• 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.  
1. Remote Control Unit CLU-612MP (Part No. HL00712)  
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  
HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV  
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV  
ANTENNA  
Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV  
antenna is recommended for the 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 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 best 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 or 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 4 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.  
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  
HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS  
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various components and the length of each cable.  
300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector  
This outdoor antenna cable must be  
connected to an antenna adaptor  
(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  
S-Video (Super Video) Connector  
This connector is used on camcorders, VCRs,  
and laser disc players with an S-Video feature  
in place of the standard video cable to produce a  
high-quality picture.  
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.  
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL  
VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV(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) antenna/UHF 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 adaptor. Plug the adaptor 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.  
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS  
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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS  
FRONT VIEW  
Front Panel Diagram Illustration  
1 MENU button  
This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference  
without using the remote.  
2 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.  
3 CHANNEL selector  
Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. These  
buttons also serve as the cursor down (  
) and up ( ) buttons when in MENU mode.  
4 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 ( ) buttons when in MENU mode.  
5 POWER button  
Press this button to turn the TV on or off.  
NOTE: 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 off when not in use.  
To see an auto-demonstration of the on-screen displays with HELP text displayed, press and hold  
the  
POWER button on the TV set for approximately five seconds. Press the POWER button on the TV  
again to end the auto-demonstration.  
6 POWER light  
You will see a red light when the TV is turned on.  
7 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 49.)  
8 REMOTE CONTROL sensor  
Point your remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc.  
9 MAGIC FOCUS  
Use this button to adjust your picture quality to optimum performance. (See page 40.)  
10 FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 3)  
Use these audio/video jacks for a "quick" hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your  
favorite show or new recording. Press the INPUT button until VIDEO: 3 appears in the top right  
corner of the TV screen. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable in to the left channel jack.  
FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS  
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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:  
Front Panel Jacks and Connections Illustration  
NOTE: Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the  
played back picture may be abnormal. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place  
of the standard video cable.  
If you have mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack.  
REAR PANEL JACKS  
Rear Panel Jacks Illustration  
1 Antenna Input/Output  
The remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and  
ANT B. ANT A input can be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B can only be displayed  
as a main picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture.) The antenna output labeled "TO  
CONVERTER" allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source such as a cable box,  
when ANT B is displayed as a main picture.  
2 Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2  
The INPUT button will step through each video source and antenna source input each time it is pressed.  
Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc  
players, etc. (If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack.)  
Note: You may use VIDEO, S-VIDEO, or COMPONENT: Y-CbCr inputs to connect to Input 2, note  
that only one of these may be used at a time.  
3 Monitor Out  
These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording.  
4 Wireless Out  
These jacks provide variable audio output to a set of wireless speakers. They can also be used for  
another stereo system amplifier. With this connection, the audio can be controlled by the television's main  
volume and also by an independent volume feature found in the THEATER-WIRELESS SOUND menu.  
5 Audio to Hi-Fi  
These jacks provide variable audio output to a separate stereo amplifier. With this connection, the audio  
to the stereo can be controlled by the television's main volume. Use these jacks for the SURROUND  
Left and Right channels. (See page 17.)  
6 S-Video Inputs 1 and 2  
Inputs 1 and 2 provide S-Video (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-Video output  
capability.  
7 Component: Y-CbCr Input 2  
Input 2 provides Y-CbCr jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player.  
Note: DO NOT connect standard VIDEO or S-VIDEO to Input 2 when using Y-CbCr input.  
When using the Y-CbCr input jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV's Input 2  
Left and Right Audio input jacks.  
Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components  
B-Y output to the TV's Cb input and the components R-Y output to the TV's Cr input.  
It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain opimum picture quality  
when using the Y-CbCr inputs. (See pages 49 and 50)  
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS  
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To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the  
Y-CbCr jacks.  
When using the Y-CbCr jacks, Input 2 will be viewed as a blank PIP sub-picture. (See page 24.)  
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS  
Rear Panel Connections Illustration  
Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.  
TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS  
S-Video connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use  
this connection 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 12.) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line  
input-output connections.  
You may use Video, S-VIDEO, or COMPONENT: Y-CbCr inputs to connect to Input 2, but note that only one of  
these may be used at a time.  
Connect only 1 component to each input jack.  
COMPONENT: Y-CbCR 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-CbCr input jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV's Input 2 Left and Right  
Audio input jacks.  
Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the  
TV's Cb input and the components R-Y output to the TV's Cr input.  
It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-  
CbCr inputs. (See page 49 and 50.)  
To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the Y-CbCr jacks.  
When using the Y-CbCr jacks, Input 2 will be viewed as a blank PIP sub-picture. (See page 24.)  
EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS  
CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER  
To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown  
below.  
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES  
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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, and laserdisc player, and DVD player to your TV  
set is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner's manual of each component  
for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs.  
The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions. However, you may need to modify them to  
accommodate your particular assortment of components and features. For best performance, video and audio  
cables should be made from coaxial shielded wire.  
Before Operating External Video Source  
The input mode is changed every time the INPUT button is pressed as shown below. Connect an external source  
to the INPUT terminal, then press the INPUT button as necessary to view the input source. (See page 23.)  
NOTE: When the TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from the VIDEO INPUT JACK on  
the jack panel of the TV (i.e., VCR/laserdisc player, etc. is not connected or the video device is  
OFF), the set will appear to be OFF.  
CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER  
1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO)  
jack on the TV set below.  
2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT  
(MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack.  
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES  
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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.  
CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER  
1. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO)  
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jack on the TV set below.  
2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT  
(AUDIO/R) jack.  
3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT  
(AUDIO/L) jack.  
4. Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The mode VIDEO  
disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.  
5. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel.  
Connection of Stereo VCR Illustration  
NOTE: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture that is  
played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.  
If you have an S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable.  
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 12.) Refer to your VCR operating guide for  
more information on line input-output connections.  
CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER OR DVD PLAYER TO INPUT 2.  
1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 (Y) jack as  
shown on the TV set below.  
2. Connect the cable from the Cb OUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2  
(Cb) jack, as shown on the TV set below.  
3. Connect the cable from the Cr OUT or R-Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the  
INPUT 2  
(Cr) jack, as shown on the TV set below.  
4. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 2  
(AUDIO/R) jack.  
AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP  
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5. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 2  
(AUDIO/L) jack.  
6. Press the INPUT button until VIDEO:2 appears, to view the program from the Laserdisc or DVD  
player. The mode VIDEO:2 disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.  
7. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel.  
Laserdisc or DVD player Hook-up Illustration.  
NOTE: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to the rear panel jacks. The picture  
that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.  
See page 13 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.  
AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP  
Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement (See page 54 for SRS functions.)  
1. The television's internal speakers.  
2. These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the AUDIO TO HI-FI output on the  
TV.  
3. These speakers are controlled by a wireless speaker transmitter. Use the WIRELESS OUT output on  
the TV.  
Audio System Setup Illustration  
REQUIRED  
OPTICAL  
EFFECT  
CONNECTION  
CONNECTION  
ON  
Exciting and realistic 3D sound  
experience from just two  
speakers.  
OFF  
Receive mono and stereo  
sound  
THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-612MP)  
In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the remote control is designed to  
operate different types of VCRs, CATV (cable TV)/satellite converters, and audio equipment with one touch. Basic  
operation keys are grouped together in one area. All other controls are separated from them and arranged in  
MULTI-PAGE sections, with a display that can be switched to cover any of the three pages. Functions are  
arranged and properly categorized into windows, making operation simple when multiple functions are to be  
controlled.  
To operate your TV, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to TV/CABLE/DSS mode.  
Press the TV button and the remote will now control your TV.  
To operate your cable box, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to TV/CABLE/DSS  
mode. Press the CABLE button and the remote will now control your cable box. (See page 28 for instructions on  
how to program the remote to control your cable box.)  
To operate your satellite box, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to TV/CABLE/DSS  
mode. Press the DSS button and the remote will now control your satellite box. (See page 28 for instructions on  
how to program the remote to control your satellite box.)  
To operate your VCR, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to VCR mode. The remote  
will now control your VCR. (See page 27 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your VCR.)  
To operate your audio equipment, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to AUDIO mode.  
Press the button which corresponds to the component you would like to control (AMP, CD, TAPE). The remote  
MULTI-PAGE WINDOWS  
- 16 -  
will now control your audio equipment. (See page 29 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your  
audio equipment.)  
Genius Remote Control Illustration.  
1 MULTI-PAGE select switch  
This selects the button layout of the multi-page section of the remote control.  
2 MULTI-PAGE buttons  
These buttons change functions as shown on page 20.  
3 LIGHT BUTTON  
When you are in a dark room, press this button on the side of the remote to light up the buttons shown in  
(4). The light will stay on for about 8 seconds if the light button is not pressed again. These buttons will  
not appear to light if the room is too bright.  
MULTI-PAGE WINDOWS  
When "TV/CABLE/DSS" is set.  
When "VCR" is set.  
When "AUDIO" is set.  
HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV- 17 -  
HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV  
Genius Remote Control Illustration.  
1 POWER button  
Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 19 for  
instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) If a Special Event Reminder is set, it will be  
displayed when the TV is first turned on. (See page 56.)  
2 TV button  
Press this button to allow the remote to control your TV.  
3 CABLE button  
Press this button to allow the remote to control your cable box. (See page 28.)  
4 DSS button  
Press this button to allow the remote to control your satellite box. (See page 28.)  
5 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons  
See separate section on page 24 for a description.  
6 PIP CH button  
Use the PIP CH button to select between main picture and sub-picture tuning. A blue highlight of the  
channel number will indicate which channel is being controlled.  
7 HELP button  
Press this button when a menu is displayed to view HELP text, which give a description of the displayed  
menu. The HELP text will be displayed every time a MENU is displayed, until this button is pressed  
again or the AUTO HELP FUNCTION is set to OFF. (See page 58.)  
Help Button Illustration  
8 LAST CHANNEL (LST-CH) button  
Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. (Good for watching two sporting events,  
etc.)  
Last Channel Illustration  
9 VOLUME, MUTE buttons  
Press the VOLUME up ( ) or down ( ) button until you obtain the desired sound level.  
To reduce the sound to one half of normal volume (SOFT MUTE) to answer the telephone, etc., press  
the MUTE button again to turn the sound off completely (MUTE). To restore the sound, press the  
MUTE button one more time, or press the VOLUME up ( ) button.  
Volume, Mute Illustration  
10 CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons  
CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons are used to set Family Favorites, Channel Memory, etc..  
Enter two or three numbers to select channels. Enter "0" first for channels 1 to 9 . For channels 100 and  
above, press the "1" button, wait until another dash appears next to the channel display on your TV,  
then enter the remaining two numbers using the number buttons.  
Channel selection may also be performed by pressing CH up ( ) or down (  
).  
NOTE: The TV may not receive some channels if you are not in the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode. (See  
page 35.)  
11 EXIT button  
When in MENU mode, this button will exit all On Screen Displays.  
12 RECALL button  
Press this button when no menu is displayed when you want to check the channel being received, the  
picture source, if the channel has stereo (ST) or second audio program (SAP), the time, CHANNEL  
ID, and if the SLEEP timer has been set.  
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)  
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Recall Illustration  
13 MENU, CURSOR buttons  
All the On-Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using these buttons.  
The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display.  
The CURSOR buttons will highlight functions or adjust and set different features.  
14 CHANNEL SKIP  
Press this button when no menu is displayed and the TV will tune to the last channel viewed. The user  
can change channels "SURF" to any station they wish, and after 90 seconds, tune back to the original  
channel.  
15 SLEEP button  
Press this button to display the sleep timer in the lower left corner of the screen. Every subsequent press  
of this button will add 15 minutes to this timer, up to a maximum of three hours. Once set, use RECALL  
when you want to view time remaining (some models only). If the SLEEP button is pressed while the  
timer is set, it will reset to the original condition.  
16 INPUT button  
The INPUT button will select between both antenna signals and the three sets of video input jacks each  
time the button is pressed. If the Picture-in-Picture is on, the INPUT button will select between the three  
sets of video input jacks and both antenna sources when main channel is chosen with the PIP CH  
button. If the sub-picture is chosen, the INPUT button will select between the three sets of video input  
jacks and the ANT A antenna source (ANT B source cannot be displayed as a PIP sub-picture and  
COMPONENT: Y-CbCr Input 2 source will be displayed as a blank PIP Sub picture.)  
Input Illustration  
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)  
Your Hitachi Projection TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This  
Dual Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously,  
with separate tuning control for each. The Dual Tuner can operate with only one input (ANT A only) or two inputs  
(ANT A and ANT B).  
ANT A input can be viewed as both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously. ANT B and COMPONENT  
Y-CbCr input 2 sources can only be viewed as a main picture. To select between main picture and PIP sub-  
picture tuning, press the PIP CH button on the remote. The blue highlight on the channel display will move with  
every press of the PIP CH button. When the blue highlight is on the top channel display, channel tuning is for the  
main picture. When the blue highlight is on the lower channel display, channel tuning is for the PIP sub-picture.  
This method of picture tuning is the same for one antenna input (ANT A only) and two antenna inputs (ANT A and  
ANT B).  
The Picture-in-Picture feature is convenient when you want to watch more than one program at the same time.  
You can watch a TV program while viewing other programs from the ANT A source or any of the video inputs.  
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)  
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1 PIP button  
Press the PIP button and a sub-picture will appear in one of the two different modes (SINGLE or  
SURF), depending on the last selection of the PIP mode. To change the PIP mode use the CURSOR  
or  
buttons and the new selection will appear the next time the PIP function is used.  
SINGLE MODE PIP:  
Press the PIP button and a sub-picture appears in one corner of the screen. Press the button again to  
reduce the size of the sub-picture. Press the PIP button a third time to remove the sub-picture from the  
screen. Use the PIP CH button to select between main and sub-picture tuning control (indicated by  
green channel display.) Press the INPUT button when sub-picture channel tuning is being controlled, to  
change between VIDEO: 1, VIDEO: 2, VIDEO: 3, and ANT A antenna source. (ANT B source cannot  
be viewed as a sub-picture and COMPONENT: Y-CbCr Input 2 source will be displayed as a blank  
sub-picture).  
PIP Example Illustration  
NOTE: Since ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub-picture, only single PIP mode is possible when ANT  
B is selected as the main channel.  
When the COMPONENT: Y-CbCr Input 2 is selected as PIP, it will appear as a blank sub-picture.  
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE CONT.  
SURF MODE PIP  
This feature will automatically scan all active channel numbers (those set in memory) and display them  
as PIP sub-pictures, along the right edge of the screen. Press the PIP button a second time to remove  
the sub-pictures from the screen.  
PIP Surf Illustration  
NOTE:  
1. If no buttons are pressed when in SURF mode, auto-scanning will continuously scan.  
2. If a channel is tuned during this SURF scanning, sub-pictures will be removed from the screen.  
2 SWAP button  
If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the sub-picture, press the SWAP  
button.  
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS  
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PIP Swap Illustration  
NOTE:  
1. The SWAP button will only operate when SINGLE PIP mode is chosen.  
2. The SWAP function will not operate if ANT B input is set as the main channel (ANT B input  
cannot be displayed as a sub-picture.)  
3 MOVE button  
To move the sub-picture to another corner, press the MOVE button. The sub-picture moves one step  
counterclockwise every time the MOVE button is pressed. (Example below illustrates the MOVE  
operation for initial shipping conditions. If you have customized a PIP position, the MOVE operation  
may differ slightly from this example.)  
PIP Move Illustration  
It is also possible to customize the PIP position. To do this, wait until the On-Screen Display disappears  
(about eight seconds) and the use the CURSOR  
PIP Move Illustration  
,
,
,
buttons.  
4 FREEZE (FRZ) button (With PIP ON)  
If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the FRZ button. This is convenient when trying to write down  
the address for a mail order company, recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. To return the picture  
to motion, press the FRZ button again.  
NOTE: The FREEZE function will only operate when SINGLE PIP mode is chosen.  
5 FREEZE (FRZ) button (With PIP OFF)  
Press the FRZ button to freeze one or four frames of the picture, depending on the mode previously  
selected (SINGLE or STROBE). To change FREEZE modes, use cursor  
or  
to select which type  
of FREEZE mode you wish to view. The new selection will appear the next time the FREEZE function is  
used.  
SINGLE FREEZE  
Press the FRZ button to freeze one frame of the picture you are currently viewing. Press this button again  
or PIP to return to normal viewing.  
Single Freeze Illustration  
STROBE FREEZE  
Press the FRZ button to freeze four frames of the picture you are currently viewing. Press this button  
again or PIP to return to normal viewing. This feature is useful for viewing a moving picture that has many  
details, for example, a close play in a sporting event or golf swing.  
Strobe Freeze Illustration  
CAUTION: A pattern burn may develop if the sub-picture is left in the same corner permanently. If  
the PIP feature is used frequently, occasionally MOVE the sub-picture to a different  
corner. You may also vary its position using the CURSOR  
,
,
, or  
buttons.  
NOTE:  
1. Only sound from the main picture can be heard, unless you choose sub-picture audio from  
THEATER-WIRELESS SOUND mode and use the WIRELESS OUT outputs on the rear panel.  
(See page 55.)  
2. Each freeze frame is delayed about 0.1 (1/10) second.  
3. The FREEZE function will display blank sub-pictures when the COMPONENT Y-CbCr Input 2  
source is set as main channel.  
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS  
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX/SATELLITE FUNCTIONS  
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Operating the precoded function for your VCR.  
This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs. You must first program the remote to match the  
remote system of your VCR. (Refer to page 30.)  
1. Set the MULTI-PAGE select switch to VCR.  
2. Turn ON your VCR.  
3. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR.  
4. Hold down the PROG button on the remote, enter the two digit preset code that matches your VCR as  
shown on page 30. The remote will turn off your VCR when the correct two digit preset code is  
entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your VCR. If the VCR does not turn  
off after five seconds, try a different two digit preset code.  
5. The remote will now control your VCR.  
NOTES:  
1. If your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, your VCR's code has not been  
precoded into the remote.  
2. In the unlikely event that your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, please  
consult your VCR operating guide.  
3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the  
remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above.  
4. If your VCR does not have a power function, the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function.  
5. The MENU button will act as the VCR MENU button for HITACHI VCRs.  
6. The LST-CH button will act as your VCR ENTER button if required.  
7. The SLEEP button will act as your VCR '100' button if required.  
8. The REC button must be pressed two times to begin VCR recording. This button will also act as the VCR  
record button when the remote is in CABLE or DSS mode.  
Remote Control Illustration.  
1 PRECODED VCR buttons  
These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes.  
2 EXCLUSIVE TV buttons  
These buttons are for operating the TV.  
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX/SATELLITE FUNCTIONS  
Operating the precoded function for your cable/satellite box.  
This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes and satellite systems. You must first program  
the remote to match the remote system in your cable/satellite box. (Refer to page 30.)  
1. Set the MULTI-PAGE select switch to TV/CABLE/DSS.  
2. Turn ON your cable/satellite box.  
3. Press the CABLE button on the remote to switch to CABLE mode, or the DSS button to switch to  
DSS mode.  
4. Aim the remote control at the front of your cable/satellite box.  
5. Hold down the CABLE/DSS button on the remote, enter the two digit preset code that matched your  
cable/satellite box as shown on page 30. The remote will turn off your cable/satellite box when the  
correct two digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your  
cable/satellite box. If the cable/satellite box does not turn off after five seconds, try another two digit  
preset code.  
6. The remote will now control your cable/satellite box.  
NOTES:  
1. If your cable/satellite box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, your cable/satellite box  
code has not been precoded into the remote.  
2. In the unlikely event that your cable/satellite box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures,  
please consult your cable/satellite box operating guide.  
3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the  
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS - 22 -  
remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above.  
4. If your cable/satellite box does not have a power function, the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function.  
5. The LST-CH button will act as your cable/satellite box ENTER button if required.  
6. The SLEEP button will act as your cable box '100' button if required.  
7. The INPUT button will act as the TV/DSS button when in DSS mode.  
Remote Control Illustration.  
1 PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons  
These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes.  
2 PRECODED SATELLITE BOX buttons  
These buttons transmit the chosen precoded satellite codes.  
3 EXCLUSIVE TV buttons  
These buttons are for operating the TV.  
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS  
Operating the precoded function for your audio equipment.  
This remote is designed to operate certain types of audio equipment. You must first program the remote to match  
the remote system of your audio equipment. (Refer to page 30.)  
1. Set the MULTI-PAGE select switch to AUDIO.  
2. Turn ON the audio component you wish to control with your remote control (AMP, CD or TAPE).  
3. Aim the remote control at the front of your audio equipment.  
4. Hold down the button on the remote which corresponds with the component you wish to control (AMP,  
CD, or TAPE), enter the two digit preset code that matches your audio component as shown on page  
30. The remote will turn off your audio component when the correct two digit preset code is entered.  
When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your audio component. If the audio component  
does not turn off after five seconds, try a different two digit preset code.  
5. The remote will now control your audio component.  
6. Repeat steps 2-5 until all audio equipment preset codes are programmed into the remote.  
NOTES:  
1. If your audio equipment cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, your audio component  
code has not been precoded into the remote.  
2. In the unlikely event that your audio component cannot be operated after performing the above procedures,  
please consult your audio components operating guide.  
3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the  
remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above.  
4. If your audio component does not have a power function, the remote will issue another obvious function that  
the audio component will respond to, such as CD open/close.  
5. The default for AUDIO mode is AMP.  
6. If you wish to control your Receiver or miscellaneous audio equipment, you must follow the remote  
programming procedure shown above. You may use only the AMP button to program these codes, but note  
that this button may not be used for more than one component.  
7. The LST-CH button will act as your audio component's ENTER button if required.  
8. The SLEEP button will act as your audio components '100' button if required.  
Remote Control Illustration.  
1 PRECODED AMP, CD, or TAPE buttons  
These buttons transmit the chosen precoded audio component codes.  
2 EXCLUSIVE TV buttons  
These buttons are for operating the TV.  
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES  
AMPLIFIER  
BRAND  
CODE  
AMPLIFIER  
BRAND  
CODE  
AMPLIFIER  
BRAND  
CODE  
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES  
- 23 -  
Aiwa  
04, 05  
Magnavox  
Marantz  
00, 05, 08  
00, 05, 15  
Quasar  
15  
Carver  
00, 05,  
06, 07  
Realistic  
08  
Casio  
08  
MCS  
15  
08  
18  
Sansui  
Sanyo  
Sharp  
05  
10  
14  
04  
Clarinette  
Denon  
Fisher  
08  
Modulaire  
Onkyo  
09  
07, 10  
Optimus  
02, 03, 10, 14, Sony  
19  
Hitachi  
11  
12  
Panasonic  
15  
Technics  
01, 15, 22, 23,  
24  
JVC  
Penney  
Philips  
08  
Victor  
12  
Kenwood  
13, 14,  
16, 17  
00, 05  
Wards  
02, 04, 05, 07,  
19, 20  
Lloyd's  
08  
Pioneer  
02, 03, 19, 20, Yamaha  
21  
14, 25  
York  
08  
CABLE  
BRAND  
CODE  
CABLE  
BRAND  
CODE  
CABLE  
BRAND  
CODE  
ABC  
00, 07, 08, 18,  
19, 21, 37, 38,  
53  
Jasco  
12  
Signal  
26, 56  
00  
Antronix  
40  
Jerrold  
00, 08, 13, 38,  
53, 55, 56  
Signature  
Archer  
12, 25, 40  
33  
Macom  
Magnavox  
Memorex  
Movie Time  
NSC  
36  
SL Marx  
Sprucer  
Starcom  
Stargate  
Starquest  
Starsight  
Sylvania  
Teleview  
Texscan  
26  
Belcor  
16  
01, 49  
38, 53,  
26, 56  
56  
Cable Star  
Century  
33  
02  
12  
30, 32, 34  
30, 34, 39  
22, 37, 50  
02, 10, 49  
02  
Citizen  
12  
Colour Voice  
Comtronics  
Contec  
31, 45  
26, 29  
22  
Oak  
58, 59  
19  
Panasonic  
Paragon  
Philips  
26  
Dae Ryung  
21  
12, 16, 17, 27,  
31, 43, 44, 45,  
47  
19  
Eastern  
15  
32  
Pioneer  
06, 11, 20  
57  
Tocom  
07, 28, 55  
02  
Electricord  
Popular  
Toshiba  
Mechanics  
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES  
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Everquest  
Focus  
56  
Pulsar  
RCA  
02  
49  
40  
57  
Tusa  
TV 86  
56  
57  
30  
Garrard  
12  
Realistic  
Recoton  
Unika  
12, 40  
37  
GC  
33, 40  
United Artists  
Electronics  
Gemini  
04, 39, 44, 56  
00, 13  
Regal  
03, 09,  
23, 35  
United Cable  
Universal  
53  
General  
Instrument  
Regency  
15  
12, 25, 32,  
33, 35, 40  
Gold Star  
Hamlin  
11, 16  
Rembrandt  
Runco  
00, 39  
02  
Videoway  
Viewstar  
51  
03, 09, 14, 23,  
24  
16, 29,  
30, 41  
Hitachi  
Hytex  
00  
37  
Samsung  
11, 26  
Zenith  
02, 52, 60  
57  
Scientific  
Atlanta  
18, 21,  
42, 48  
Zentek  
TAPE  
CODE  
TAPE  
CODE  
BRAND  
BRAND  
Aiwa  
58, 59  
Panasonic  
Pioneer  
54  
53  
62  
Hitachi  
Jerrold  
47, 48, 49, 50  
60, 61  
Scientific  
Atlanta  
JVC  
51  
Sony  
55, 56, 58, 59  
Kenwood  
Optimus  
CD BRAND  
Adcom  
52  
Starcom  
Wards  
60  
53  
53  
CODE  
26  
CD BRAND  
Krell  
CODE  
27  
CD BRAND  
QED  
CODE  
27  
Aiwa  
27  
Magnavox  
Marantz  
27  
Quasar  
RCA  
28  
California  
Audio Lab  
28  
27, 28  
26, 33  
Carver  
Denon  
DKK  
27  
29  
30  
26  
31  
32  
MCS  
28  
Realistic  
Rotel  
26  
Mission  
NSM  
28  
27  
27  
SAE  
27  
Emerson  
Fisher  
Onkyo  
41  
Sansui  
Scott  
27  
Optimus  
Panasonic  
30, 32, 42  
28  
26  
Genexxa  
Sony  
30, 44  
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES  
- 25 -  
Hitachi  
26, 32, 33, 34, Philips  
35, 36, 37  
27  
Technics  
Victor  
28, 45, 46  
38  
JVC  
38  
Pioneer  
Proton  
32, 42  
27  
Kenwood  
31, 39, 40  
CODE  
MISC  
MISC  
CODE  
MISC  
CODE  
BRAND  
BRAND  
BRAND  
Aiwa  
58, 59  
Scientific  
Atlanta  
62  
Starcom  
60  
Jerrold  
60, 61  
Sony  
58, 59  
RECEIVER  
BRAND  
CODE  
RECEIVER  
BRAND  
CODE  
RECEIVER  
BRAND  
CODE  
Aiwa  
Carver  
Casio  
04, 05  
05, 06, 07  
08  
Marantz  
MCS  
05, 15  
Realistic  
Sansui  
Sanyo  
Sharp  
08  
15  
05  
Modulaire  
Onkyo  
08  
10  
Clarinette  
Denon  
Fisher  
Hitachi  
JVC  
08  
18  
14  
09  
Optumis  
Panasonic  
Penney  
Philips  
10, 14, 19  
Sony  
04  
07, 10  
11  
15  
08  
05  
Technics  
Victor  
15, 22, 23, 24  
12  
12  
Wards  
04, 05, 07, 19,  
20  
Kenwood  
Lloyd's  
13, 14, 16, 17  
08  
Pioneer  
Quasar  
02, 19, 20, 21  
15  
Yamaha  
York  
14, 25  
08  
Magnavox  
05, 08  
DSS  
CODE  
DSS  
CODE  
DSS  
CODE  
BRAND  
BRAND  
BRAND  
Hitachi  
61  
RCA  
62  
Sony  
63  
VCR  
CODE  
VCR  
CODE  
VCR  
CODE  
BRAND  
BRAND  
BRAND  
Adventura  
Aiko  
00  
Jensen  
JVC  
01  
Quartz  
Quasar  
Radio Shack  
Radix  
17  
08  
01, 13, 26  
08, 23  
01, 24, 26  
30  
22  
Aiwa  
00  
KEC  
00, 23  
23  
Akai  
01, 48, 49  
Kenwood  
KLH  
American High 22  
Asha 45  
Randex  
RCA  
23  
Kodac  
22, 23  
02, 03, 04,  
35, 41, 47  
AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES  
- 26 -  
Audiovox  
23  
Lloyd  
00  
Realistic  
00, 17, 18, 19,  
20 22, 23, 32, 45  
Beaumark  
Bell & Howell  
Brandt  
45  
32  
43  
Lloyd's  
Logik  
27  
30  
23  
Ricoh  
21  
Runco  
14  
LXI  
Samsung  
Sanky  
16, 45  
14, 19  
Broksonic  
33, 34, 42, 51,  
52  
Magnavox  
14, 22, 29, 31,  
35  
Calix  
23  
22  
06  
Magnin  
Marantz  
Marta  
45  
Sansui  
Sanyo  
Scott  
01, 26  
Canon  
Capehart  
22, 31  
23  
17, 18, 32, 45  
15, 16, 33,  
34, 37, 42  
Carver  
31  
Matsushita  
22  
22  
Sears  
02, 04, 17, 18,  
20 22, 23, 32, 46  
CCE  
08, 30  
08, 23  
MEI  
Sharp  
19  
30  
Citizen  
Memorex  
00, 14, 17, 18,  
Shintom  
19 22, 23, 32, 45  
Colt  
30  
MGA  
15, 48  
45  
Shogun  
Singer  
45  
30  
Craig  
18, 23, 30, 45  
MGN  
Technology  
Curtis Mathes 01, 22, 47  
Minolta  
02, 04  
Sony  
STS  
07, 09, 21, 22  
02  
Cybernex  
45  
Mitsubishi  
15, 26, 40, 48,  
49  
Daewoo  
06, 08, 16, 38,  
50  
Motorola  
19, 22  
Sylvania  
00, 15, 22, 29,  
31  
Daytron  
06  
00  
MTC  
Multitech  
NEC  
00, 45  
00, 30  
Symphonic  
Tatung  
Teac  
00  
Dynatech  
01  
Electrohome 23  
01, 05, 24, 26,  
32  
00, 01  
Electrophonic  
Emerex  
23  
07  
Nikko  
23  
Technics  
Teknika  
22, 39  
00, 22, 23  
43  
Noblex  
Olympus  
45  
Emerson  
00, 08, 12, 15,  
23, 27, 28, 33,  
34, 37, 42, 48,  
51, 52  
11, 22  
Telefunken  
Fisher  
Fuji  
18, 20, 32, 46  
09, 22  
Optimus  
Orion  
19, 23, 32  
51  
TMK  
27, 45  
Toshiba  
Totevision  
15, 16, 20, 37  
23, 45  
Funai  
00  
Panasonic  
10, 11, 22, 39,  
53  
ULTRATEC OSD  
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Garrard  
00  
Penney  
02, 05, 22, 23,  
24, 45, 46  
Unitech  
Vector  
45  
GE  
03, 22, 41, 47  
23, 24, 44  
Pentax  
Philco  
02, 03, 04  
22  
16  
Goldstar  
Vector  
05, 24  
Research  
Gradiente  
00  
00  
24  
Philips  
Pilot  
22, 29, 31  
Video  
Concepts  
05, 16, 48  
45  
Harley  
Davidson  
23  
26  
Videosonic  
Wards  
Harmon/  
Kardon  
Pioneer  
00, 02, 18, 19,  
22, 30, 35, 37,  
45, 47  
Harwood  
Headquarter  
Hi-Q  
30  
Portland  
Protec  
06  
30  
14  
17  
XR-1000  
Yamaha  
Zenith  
00, 22, 30  
24  
17  
18  
Pulsar  
09, 14, 21  
Hitachi  
01, 02, 03, 04  
Quarter  
ULTRATEC OSD  
1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Projection TV.  
2. Press the CURSOR buttons to highlight a different feature.  
3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu.  
4. Press HELP on the remote control when a menu is displayed, and text will appear giving a description of that  
menu.  
OSD Illustration  
MENU LANGUAGE  
PLUG & PLAY  
SIGNAL SOURCE  
AUTO CHANNEL SET  
Choose English, French, or Spanish text.  
Optimum hook up for your system.  
Select Antenna or Cable TV.  
First time set up for channel buttons.  
ULTRATEC OSD  
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CHANNEL MEMORY  
CHANNEL LIST  
CLOCK SET  
Channel buttons, add, skip.  
Check channel name, scan, and child lock.  
Set before using timer features.  
MAGIC FOCUS  
Automatically match red, green, and blue colors to make white.  
CHANNEL ID.  
Label channels PAY1, ABC, etc.  
VIDEO ID.  
FAMILY FAVORITES  
CHILD LOCK  
Label video inputs VCR1, LASER1, etc.  
Allows you to set and view favorite channels.  
Block channel picture and sound.  
4 EVENT PROGRAM  
AUTO LINK  
CLOSED CAPTION  
MENU BACKGROUND  
FIRST TIME TOUR  
Turn TV on and off once, daily, or weekly.  
Automatically turn TV on with any VIDEO input.  
Feature to display dialogue/text.  
Select from three types of backgrounds.  
Introduces you to basic TV function.  
CONTRAST  
BRIGHTNESS  
COLOR  
Adjust contrast.  
Adjust brightness.  
Adjust color.  
TINT  
Adjust tint.  
SHARPNESS  
RESET  
ADVANCED SETTINGS  
Adjust sharpness.  
Set VIDEO settings to factory preset.  
Improve picture performance.  
BASS  
Adjust bass.  
TREBLE  
Adjust treble.  
BALANCE  
RESET  
ADVANCED SETTINGS  
Adjust balance.  
Set AUDIO settings to factory preset.  
Improve sound performance.  
THEATER MODES  
Picture and sound are automatically set.  
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SRS  
Wireless Sound  
Special sound effects.  
Select from three types of audio for wireless output.  
SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER Set TV to remind you of birthdays, etc.  
CALENDAR  
AUTO HELP  
Check day, month, year and special events.  
Display a description of the current menu.  
SET UP  
Select INITIAL SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR  
highlight the function desired.  
or  
on the remote to  
Initial Setup Illustration  
NOTE: 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.  
MENU LANGUAGE  
This feature will allow you to select any one of three different languages for all on-screen displays.  
Menu Language Illustration  
Use CURSOR  
or  
to select the MENU LANGUAGE of your choice.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
PLUG & PLAY  
This graphic guide function will help you to properly set up your TV or Home Theater System. Simply answer two  
questions and a graphic will be displayed, showing you the optimum setup for your personalized system.  
Plug & Play Help Screens  
Press CURSOR  
Press CURSOR  
or  
to highlight the correct answers to both questions.  
to display the graphic guide.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to begin AUTO CHANNEL SET. (See page 36.)  
SIGNAL SOURCE  
Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select CATV if you have cable TV.  
Signal Source Selection Menu  
Press CURSOR  
or  
to highlight and select the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode.  
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Press EXIT to quit MENU or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
Reception channels for each mode are shown at the left.  
Refer to your cable or TV guide for channel identification standards.  
If certain CATV channels are poor or not possible in CATV1 mode, set SIGNAL SOURCE to CATV2.  
AUTO CHANNEL SET  
This feature will automatically store active TV channels in CHANNEL MEMORY. This will allow you to skip over  
unused channels when using CHANNEL UP ( ) or DOWN (  
) buttons.  
Auto Channel Set Menu  
If the EXIT button is pressed while the AUTO CHANNEL SET function is engaged, programming will stop. If two  
antennas are connected, switch antenna inputs with the INPUT button and repeat AUTO CHANNEL SET for the  
second antenna input.  
Remember to select the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode before using AUTO CHANNEL SET for the second  
antenna input.  
See CHANNEL MEMORY to add or erase additional channels.  
CHANNEL MEMORY  
Use this function after AUTO CHANNEL SET to add or erase additional channels to the remote control CHANNEL  
or  
buttons.  
Channel Memory Menu  
Add or erase additional channels while still in CHANNEL MEMORY using CURSOR  
buttons to change the channel.  
or  
or the number  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
CHANNEL LIST  
This function allows you to review which channels are labeled in CHANNEL ID (ID.) which have been added to  
CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), and which are protected by CHILD LOCK (LOCK).  
Channel List Menu  
Press CURSOR  
or  
to review more channels.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
NOTE: Each touch of CURSOR  
or  
will scan to the next eight channels.  
CLOCK SET  
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The time must be set before you can use the CALENDAR, 4 EVENT PROGRAM, SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER  
or TV TIME OUT.  
Clock Set Menu  
Use CURSOR  
or  
or  
to set the time, date, and year.  
to change position.  
Press CURSOR  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu when the CURSOR is in the first position.  
MAGIC FOCUS  
Your HITACHI Projection TV has three color projection tubes: one for red, one for green, one for blue. When  
mixed together in the proper proportion, the output of these three color tubes can produce any color. To produce  
these colors, however, the beams must be precisely aligned over each other so that the colors can be mixed. The  
process of aligning these picture beams is called "convergence".  
Over a period of time, the picture tubes can drift out of alignment due to normal bumps and vibrations or moving  
the TV. If you move your TV, or if, after a time, you notice color rings or halos around objects in the picture, you  
may want to converge (align) the colors.  
Properly converged, the lines appear white, which is actually a combination of the outputs of the three color tubes.  
The output of the green tube is stationary. The outputs of the red and blue tubes can be adjusted. When properly  
aligned, the outputs of all three tubes should be directly over each other to produce the white lines.  
To simplify convergence, HITACHI incorporates a function called MAGIC FOCUS, which allows the TV to self-  
adjust. This process will take approximately 90 seconds. If this button is pressed during this 90 second period, no  
change in picture quality will occur. After this 90 second self-adjust period, picture quality will be optimum. (Do not  
move TV during self-adjust.)  
To enter this self adjust mode, you may also select MAGIC FOCUS from the SETUP Menu. However, this will  
display a message prompting you to press the front panel MAGIC FOCUS button.  
NOTE: Only a momentary press of the MAGIC FOCUS button is necessary to start AUTO DIGITAL  
CONVERGENCE. At anytime during this convergence correction process, you may press the  
MAGIC FOCUS button to exit the MAGIC FOCUS mode.  
Do not press the MAGIC FOCUS button for more than 3 seconds. This is only for extreme cases of  
misconvergence and requires assistance from service. If one of the pictures shown below appears on  
the television screen, press the MAGIC FOCUS button a second time to exit this manual set up  
mode.  
CUSTOM  
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This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable.  
CHANNEL ID.  
Use this feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60  
channels a name when CATV1 signal source is selected.  
Channel ID Illustration  
Press CURSOR  
or  
or  
or  
to select letters.  
Press CURSOR  
Press CHANNEL  
to change character position.  
and the number buttons to select and label additional channels. The CHANNEL ID  
will now appear in the top right corner of the screen.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu when the CURSOR is in the first position.  
(*) represents a blank space.  
Select ERASE ID to erase a CHANNEL ID.  
NOTE: If ANT A and ANT B are in the same SIGNAL SOURCE mode (see page 35), the CHANNEL ID  
for both antenna inputs will be the same. CHANNEL ID will be displayed only when channel is  
displayed as main picture.  
VIDEO ID.  
Use this feature to give a name to any of the three video inputs.  
Video ID Illustration  
Press CURSOR  
Press CURSOR  
to select the video input to be named.  
or  
or  
to select letters.  
Press CURSOR  
to change position.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu when the CURSOR is in the first position.  
(*) represents a blank space.  
Select RESET to set VIDEO ID to original condition.  
NOTE: VIDEO ID will be displayed only when VIDEO input is displayed as main picture.  
FAMILY FAVORITES (MENU)  
This function allows you to group your favorite channels into six personalized categories that you can rename. A  
total of 24 channels for can be stored in the FAMILY FAVORITES function.  
Family Favorites Menu  
To enter a channel into a category, highlight to the left of the category title.  
Press CHANNEL  
or  
or the number buttons to enter the desired channel. Repeat until category has been  
set with your favorite channels. The channel to be added is displayed in the top right corner of the screen.  
Enter channel 00 to erase a favorite channel.  
To rename the categories, use the CURSOR buttons to highlight the category you would like to rename.  
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Use CURSOR  
or  
to change a letter and CURSOR  
to select the next character to change.  
To reset categories and channels back to original factory preset, press RECALL while you are renaming a  
category.  
If a CHANNEL ID is set for the channel at the top of each column, it will be displayed above that column.  
NOTE: This function cannot be accessed when ANT B is the main channel.  
When the set is in a SIGNAL SOURCE different from ANT A, the message "PLEASE SWITCH  
TO ANT A" will appear.  
FAMILY FAVORITES (OPERATION)  
Use this function to display FAMILY FAVORITES selections as sub-pictures or to tune the main picture to a  
desired favorite channel.  
Family Favorites Illustration  
Select a category using CURSOR  
or  
buttons.  
Press MENU and the category will be displayed as sub-pictures at the right edge of the screen. This is useful for  
previewing a category.  
Use CURSOR  
channel.  
,
,
or  
buttons to highlight a favorite channel and the TV will automatically tune to that  
Press EXIT to remove FAMILY FAVORITES OSD from the screen.  
NOTE: If a category has some blank channel entries, these channels will appear as black sub-pictures.  
CHILD LOCK  
This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input.  
It can also be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled amount of time that you set.  
The code to enter CHILD LOCK is a four digit key number. The factory preset code is 0000.  
Use the number keys to select numbers.  
Child Lock Menu  
Use CURSOR  
or  
to highlight function and the CURSOR  
to set ON or OFF.  
When CHANNEL is turned on, the picture and sound for the chosen channel will be  
blocked out.  
When VIDEO LOCK is turned on, the picture and sound for all video inputs will be  
blocked out. To lock the video inputs, you must be tuned to any video input.  
When QUICK LOCK is turned on, the picture and sound for channels 3, 4 on both  
ANT A/B and all video inputs will be blocked out.  
When FRONT PANEL LOCK is turned on, all buttons on the front panel will be  
deactived, except the Power button.  
When TV TIME OUT is turned on, you can set the BEGIN and END times and the  
TV cannot be viewed during that time period. (Set clock first.) Use CURSOR  
or  
to highlight ONCE (TV will time out one time only), DAILY (TV will time out every  
day), or WEEKLY (TV will time out one time a week) and then press CURSOR to  
select your choice.  
To change the key number, select CHANGE SECRET CODE. Enter a new four digit key number you prefer.  
If you forget your key number, use the factory code 7777 to erase your key number. This will reset the key  
number back to the factory preset 0000.  
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NOTE: 1. If ANT A and ANT B are in the same SIGNAL SOURCE mode (see page 35), when a channel is  
locked, it is locked on both antenna inputs.  
2. When using TV TIME OUT make sure the clock is set (see page 39).  
3. When the recall button is pressed, a special icon appears on the and indicates that CHILD LOCK  
is activated.  
4 EVENT PROG.  
This function will automatically turn the TV on and off, one time only, every day or once a week.  
4 Event Program Menu  
Press CURSOR  
Press CURSOR  
to select PROGRAM 1, 2, 3 or 4.  
or to select the time the TV will turn on and off.  
to change position.  
or to highlight then CURSOR  
Use CURSOR  
Press CURSOR  
to select MODE: ONCE (TV will turn on/off one time  
only) or MODE: DAILY (TV will turn on/off at the same time every day), or MODE: WEEKLY (TV will turn on/off at  
same time every week).  
Press CURSOR  
or  
, CHANNEL ( ) or (  
), or number buttons to set the channel the TV will tune to  
when it automatically turns on.  
If the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the screen below will appear.  
NOTE:  
1. The OFF Timer will only activate if the TV was turned on or tuned with the ON timer and no channel  
selection was made after this time. If you change the channel after the ON Timer has been activated, the  
OFF Timer will deactivate.  
2. If no remote control button is pressed after ON Timer is activated, the TV will automatically turn off after  
three hours.  
CAUTION: Do not use your TV as a deterrent when away from home by using the ON and OFF  
TIMERS. For safety, the TV should be turned off when you are away from home.  
AUTO LINK  
Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3, when it detects a VIDEO input.  
AUTO LINK Illustration.  
Use CURSOR  
Use CURSOR  
to select video input.  
or , then CURSOR , to change AUTO LINK setting.  
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When AUTO is selected, the TV will turn on and tune to VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3 automatically, when a VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3  
input is turned on. This is convenient when you want to watch a movie with your VCR or laserdisc player, or DVD  
player.  
When REMOTE is selected, the TV will turn on and tune to VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3 automatically, when a VIDEO: 1, 2,  
or 3 input is detected and the VCR or laserdisc play button on your remote control is pressed.  
This is convenient when you want to record a movie with your VCR and watch it later.  
Select OFF to disable this function.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
NOTE: 1. Once the TV has been turned on using the AUTO LINK feature, it must be reset before AUTO  
LINK is used again. To do this, turn your VCR, laserdisc, or DVD player OFF. This feature is  
now reset and will turn on your TV as described above.  
2. When using REMOTE mode, any remote control button will substitute for your video input  
device play button. However, intended operation is for use with your VCR, or DVD play button.  
CLOSED CAPTION  
Closed captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video which are  
displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as  
Closed Caption Illustration  
or  
.
DISPLAY:  
ON/OFF will turn the  
display on or off.  
MODE: C.C. (Closed Caption) is for the program you are viewing.  
TEXT is for additional information such as news reports or a TV program guide. This  
information covers the entire screen and viewing the TV program is not possible. TEXT  
may not be available with every  
program.  
CHANNEL:  
CHANNEL:  
1 is used for the primary language (usually English).  
2 is sometimes used for a second language (may vary by region).  
Use CURSOR  
or  
to highlight the function to change then press CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
to change the function.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
NOTE: If you do not have sound, make sure MUTE is not set.  
MENU BACKGROUND  
This function allows you to choose from three menu backgrounds.  
Menu Background Illustration.  
Use CURSOR  
or  
to change MENU BACKGROUND setting.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
Select CLEAR and no background is visible, select GRAY and a gray background is visible (no picture can be  
seen behind menu screen), select SHADED and a light background is visible.  
FIRST TIME TOUR  
This function introduces you to the First Time Tour Setup Feature, showing you basic TV functiona as well as  
helping you set up your TV or Home Theatre System. This feature will be displayed every time your TV is turned  
on, unless you set FIRST TIME TOUR to OFF.  
First Time Tour Illustration  
To disable this function, press the Menu button at any time during the tour, and the following screen will appear.  
VIDEO  
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Use CURSOR  
or  
then CURSOR  
to select ON or OFF.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
NOTE: 1. When TV set is turned on, the First Time Tour will always appear if it is set to ON.  
2. To exit during the First Time Tour, press the MENU button.  
VIDEO  
Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality.  
Video Settings Menu  
Use the CURSOR  
Press the CURSOR  
or  
or  
buttons to highlight the function to be adjusted.  
to adjust the function.  
Press EXIT to quit menu.  
NOTE:  
If CONTRAST is selected, you are adjusting CONTRAST. The additional menu items BRIGHTNESS,  
COLOR, TINT, and SHARPNESS can be selected and adjusted in the same manner.  
• Contrast and Brightness adjustments will affect only the main picture. These adjustments will not affect the  
sub-picture.  
CONTRAST  
Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture. This adjustment will only  
affect the picture when ADVANCED SETTINGS ULTRA AI is OFF. (See page 50.)  
BRIGHTNESS  
Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness.  
COLOR  
Use this function to adjust the level of color in the picture.  
TINT  
Use this function to adjust flesh tones so they appear natural. (It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain  
optimum picture quality when using the COMPONENT: Y-CbCr Input 2 jacks).  
SHARPNESS  
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Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture.  
RESET  
When RESET is selected, press CURSOR  
to return video adjustments to factory preset conditions.  
ADVANCED SETTINGS  
Your HITACHI Projection TV has an Ultra AI (Artificial Intelligence) function which will automatically adjust picture  
settings to produce the highest quality picture possible.  
When AI is highlighted, use CURSOR  
Advanced Video Settings Menu  
to turn the AI on or off.  
Use CURSOR  
Use CURSOR  
or  
to select function.  
to change the function setting. When the function has an "X" in the box, it is ON.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
ULTRA AI (ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE)  
When the AI function is on, the TVs' internal computer will perform the following:  
1. Automatically monitor and adjust contrast depending on room lighting (sensor is located in the front  
panel) to produce a more natural picture.  
2. Automatically monitor and adjust color levels and maintain natural flesh tones.  
3. Automatically compensate for weak or strong TV signals to produce a clear picture.  
Turn the AI function off to control other PREFERENCE SETTINGS.  
AUTO COLOR  
The AUTO COLOR function automatically monitors and adjusts the color to maintain constant color levels even  
after a program or channel changes. It also maintains natural flesh tones while preserving fidelity of background  
colors. (This function will automatically set to on and cannot be turned off when the ULTRA AI function is ON.)  
NOTE: It may be necessary to set AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain optimum picture quality when using the  
COMPONENT: Y-CbCr Input 2 jacks  
NOISE REDUCTION  
The NOISE REDUCTION function automatically reduces conspicuous noise in the picture without degrading  
picture quality. (This function will automatically set to on and cannot be turned off when the ULTRA AI function is  
ON.)  
SUPER CONTRAST  
Turn on SUPER CONTRAST to improve picture detail in areas of high brightness.  
COLOR TEMPERATURE  
Set this to WARM for hotter colors with more red, or set to COOL for less intense colors with more blue.  
AUDIO  
Select AUDIO SETTINGS to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality.  
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Audio Settings Menu  
Use CURSOR  
or  
or  
to highlight the function to be adjusted.  
to adjust the function.  
Press CURSOR  
Press EXIT to quit menu.  
NOTE: If BASS is selected you are adjusting BASS. The additional menu items TREBLE and BALANCE  
can be selected and adjusted in the same manner.  
BASS  
This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers.  
TREBLE  
This function controls the high frequency audio to all speakers.  
BALANCE  
This function will control the left to right balance of the TV internal speakers, the AUDIO TO HI FI output,  
and WIRELESS OUT output, and the Surround Speakers.  
RESET  
When RESET is selected, press CURSOR  
to return audio adjustments to factory preset conditions.  
ADVANCED SETTINGS  
Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV, depending on listening  
conditions.  
Advanced Audio Settings Menu  
Press CURSOR  
or  
to highlight a function. Press CURSOR  
to change the function setting. When  
the function has an "X" in the box, it is ON.  
MTS MODE  
Multi-Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural  
sound) used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast or SAP (second audio program) which may be a  
secondary language, weather report, etc.  
The sources received will be displayed at the top center edge of the TV. The source you select will be  
displayed above the sources received. See example below for each selection when both stereo and  
second audio are received (monaural is always received).  
STEREO SELECTED  
SAP SELECTED  
MONO SELECTED  
THEATER  
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INTERNAL SPEAKERS  
This function is useful when first setting up the external speakers, or if you prefer to use only speakers  
from a separate stereo system.  
AUTO NOISE CANCEL  
This function eliminates the noise between stations. If a channel is tuned and is noisy, this function will  
automatically eliminate the audio for that channel.  
LOUDNESS  
This function will improve the quality of both low and high frequency sounds when listening at low  
volume levels.  
PERFECT VOLUME  
This function will automatically adjust volume so each channel has the same average volume level.  
DYNAMIC BASS  
This function allows you to enjoy spectacular bass sound that would normally be heard only with  
expensive home speaker systems.  
THEATER  
Use this function to choose picture settings for a true home THEATER experience.  
THEATER MODES  
Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV's performance.  
Theater Modes Menu  
Use CURSOR  
or  
to change THEATER MODES settings.  
When TV mode is chosen, the following are automatically set:  
Contrast almost maximum, Super Contrast-OFF, Color Temp.-Cool, Loudness-ON, Perfect Volume-ON, Dynamic  
Bass-ON.  
When MOVIE mode is chosen, the following are automatically set:  
Contrast almost center, Super Contrast-OFF, Color Temp.-Warm, Loudness-OFF, Perfect Volume-OFF, Dynamic  
Bass-OFF.  
When SPORTS mode is chosen, the following are automatically set:  
Contrast-Maximum, Super Contrast-ON, Color Temp.-Cool, Loudness-OFF, Perfect Volume-OFF, Dynamic Bass-  
OFF.  
You can customize each of the above modes (TV, MOVIE, and SPORTS) to your preference to increase viewing  
performance and pleasure, depending upon the video program being viewed. However, if RESET is selected, all  
modes will reset to the initial conditions as explained above.  
When RESET is selected, it will take approximately two seconds to return to factory conditions (SPORTS mode).  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
SRS (•)  
Based on the principles of the human hearing system, SRS technology delivers an exciting and realistic  
3D Sound experience from just two speakers (or) the two internal speakers of your HITACHI television. If  
your HITACHI television is connected to an external audio system, SRS will also create an incredible 3D  
sound experience from two speakers and even enchance a complete multi-speaker surround sound  
system.  
Surround Sound Settings Menu  
Use CURSOR  
or  
then CURSOR  
to set SRS ON or OFF.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
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NOTE: SRS, the SRS symbol and sound Retrieval System are registered trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. in  
the  
U.S. and selected countries. SRS Technology is manufactured under license from SRS Labs, Inc.  
and  
is protected by USA patents 4,748,669 and 4,841,572 and additional patents worldwide.  
WIRELESS SOUND  
This feature allows you to choose between three possible variable audio outputs for a separate set of  
wireless speakers or another stereo amplifier. The audio output may be either MAIN TV AUDIO, PIP  
AUDIO or REAR SPEAKERS.  
Wireless Sound Illustration  
Press CURSOR  
Press CURSOR  
or  
to highlight a function.  
to select the function.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
to return to previous menu.  
MAIN TV AUDIO  
When set to MAIN TV AUDIO mode, your wireless speakers will play the same audio program as played  
on your TV. The volume of your wireless speakers will be controlled by the TV volume control.  
PIP AUDIO  
When set to PIP AUDIO mode, your wireless speakers will play the PIP sub-picture audio program. The  
volume of your wireless speakers will now be controlled by the PIP VOL. control, which may be varied  
from 00 (min.) to 100 (max.). If no sub-picture is displayed, the wireless speakers will play the main  
channel audio program with the volume being controlled by the TV volume control.  
INFO  
This function allows your TV to assist you with your busy day-to-day schedule.  
SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER  
Use this function to set up to six special events into memory.  
These events can then be viewed in CALENDAR mode.  
Special Event Reminder Illustration  
Press CURSOR  
Press CURSOR  
to select EVENT 1 to 6.  
or to select a letter.  
to change position.  
Press CURSOR  
Set Special Day of reminder using cursor buttons.  
Highlight the day of Start Reminder using CURSOR buttons, then press CURSOR  
to select.  
To erase SPECIAL EVENT, select ERASE EVENT then press CURSOR  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu.  
If the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the next screen will appear.  
.
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NOTE: 1. When the TV is turned on, the SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER message will automatically appear  
at the selected time.  
2. Each special event message can be a maximum of 20 characters.  
3. When the RECALL button is pressed, a special icon appears on the right bottom side of the screen  
and indicates a SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER message. Press the RECALL button again to  
display the SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER message.  
CALENDAR  
Use this function to check the day, month, and year.  
Dates programmed in SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER will appear blinking and special event message will be  
displayed.  
Calendar Illustration  
Press CURSOR  
or  
to change the month.  
to return to previous menu.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
If the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the next screen will appear.  
NOTE: 1. Dates of SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER will appear blinking. Special event message will be  
displayed only if current date is within the day of Start Reminder Specifications as chosen in  
SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER. (See page 56.)  
2. A special icon appears next to "CALENDAR" when a Special Event Reminder is set.  
AUTO HELP  
Use this function to display a description of the current menu.  
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL  
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Auto Help Illustration  
Press CURSOR  
,
to select ON or OFF.  
to return to previous menu.  
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR  
NOTE: You can also turn this function ON and OFF by pressing the HELP button on the remote control.  
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL  
DO  
Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth.  
Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if  
the screen is extremely dirty.  
Place your television away from extreme heat, humidity and extremely dusty places.  
Remove the plug from the wall outlet if your television will not be used for a long period of time, for instances,  
when you go on vacation.  
DO NOT  
Do not clean your screen or cabinet with strong cleaners, polishes or a chemically treated cloth.  
Do not place rubber or vinyl products or cellophane tape on your set.  
Do not touch the screen too often.  
Do not subject the remote control to shocks such as dropping it on the floor, etc. Physical damage to the precision  
parts may result.  
Avoid placing the remote control in a high humidity place or getting it wet. Do not leave it on or near a heater.  
Excessive heat or moisture may cause the unit to cease operation.  
When the batteries run down, remote control operation will become erratic or possibly stop altogether.  
Replace the old batteries with two new "AA" size batteries.  
Exposure of the viewing screen to prolonged direct sunlight or heat may cause the screen to permanently warp,  
resulting in a distorted picture.  
RECEPTION PROBLEMS  
IGNITION NOISE:  
Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift. Usually caused by interference from  
automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills and other electrical appliances.  
GHOSTS:  
Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflected  
from tall buildings, hills or some other objects. Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve  
reception. Ghosting may also be caused by defects in the antenna system such as unshielded leads or  
connecting several sets to the same antenna without using multiple antenna couplers.  
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SNOW:  
If your receiver is located in the fringe area of a television station where the signal is weak, your picture may be  
marred by the appearance of small dots. When the signal is extremely weak, it may be necessary to install a  
special antenna to improve the picture.  
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE:  
The interference produces moving ripples or diagonal streaks, and in some cases, causes loss of contrast in the  
picture.  
NOTE: The TV set can generate sound distortion in external devices such as a radio. Please separate radio  
equipment from the TV set to a considerable distance.  
USEFUL INFO  
Troubleshooting Chart  
HITACHI Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect  
against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage power surges.  
IF YOUR TELEVISION SHOULD APPEAR TO HAVE A LOSS OF POWER, PLEASE FOLLOW THIS  
PROCEDURE:  
1) Press the power switch (ON/OFF switch) once.  
2) If there is still no power, wait 30 seconds and push the power switch again.  
3) If there is still no power, unplug the power cord from the wall. Wait thirty seconds and plug the power  
cord back in. Push the power switch again.  
This protective technology should provide for years of lasting entertainment from your HITACHI Projection  
Television.  
Features:  
• Superfine Picture Quality  
1000 Line Horizontal Resolution  
• Pure Green and Red Filter Lenses  
• Artificial Intelligence System  
• Remote (Controls many VCR brands, cable boxes, satellite boxes, and other audio equipment.)  
• High Definition On-Screen Display (UltraTEC BIT-MAP)  
• ON SCREEN PLUG and PLAY guide  
• Full Set of Input Jacks, including S-Video  
• COMPONENT: Y/Cb/Cr Input Jacks  
• Closed Caption Decoder  
• High Resolution Picture-In-Picture with Freeze  
• Tunes Port Bass Reflex Speakers  
• Magic Focus (Auto Digital Convergence)  
• Dual Antenna Inputs  
• Auto Link  
SRS ( • )  
Inputs:  
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• Power Input..................AC 120V, 60Hz  
• Power Consumption (operating)  
50UX58B/58K.............................157W  
55UX58B.....................................157W  
60UX58B/58K.............................157W  
• Power Consumption (Maximum)  
50UX58B/58K.............................192W  
55UX58B.....................................192W  
60UX58B/58K.............................192W  
• Antenna input impedance............75 Ohm  
• Channel coverage.........................181 ch.  
VHF-Band......................................2 ~ 13  
UHF-Band....................................14 ~ 69  
CATV Mid Band.....................A-5 ~ A-1,  
...............................................A-1  
Super Band........................................J-W  
Hyper Band.........................W+1 - W+28  
Ultra Band.........................W+29 - W+84  
• Video.........................1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm  
• S-Video  
Luminance (Y)..............1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm  
Chrominance (C)......0.286Vp-p, 75 Ohm  
• Audio input level........................47k Ohm  
• Average input level..................470mVrms  
Component Video  
Luminance (Y)...............1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm  
Chrominance (Cb,Cr)....0.7Vp-p, 75 Ohm  
Outputs:  
• Video.........................1.0Vp-p. 75 Ohm  
• Audio.....................470mVrms, 1k Ohm  
Dimen  
sions: 50UX5 50UX5 55UX5 60UX5 60UX5  
8B  
8K  
8B  
8B  
8K  
• Height 51  
51  
56  
60  
60  
(in.)  
15/16 13/16 11/16 7/16  
7/16  
• Width 43  
(in.) 9/16  
43 47 51  
3/8 1/4  
51  
11/16 3/8  
• Depth 24  
24  
5/8  
29  
7/16  
27  
1/16  
26  
3/8  
(in.)  
3/4  
190  
190  
288  
Weight  
(lbs.)  
267  
308  
NOTE: Due to improvements, specifications in this operating guide are subject to change without notice.  
HITACHI SERVICE HOTLINE  
To locate an authorized HITACHI service facility in the continental U.S.A. and Canada,  
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DIAL TOLL FREE  
7 days a week, 24 hours a day  
800 HITACHI  
(1-800-448-2244)  
Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc.  
Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you  
require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto  
Rico. Each facility will provide you with convenient and expedient assistance. Our service hotline operator will  
direct you to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility nearest you. Just present proof of purchase and/or delivery  
receipts to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility, and service will be rendered in accordance with the terms of  
the limited warranty as stated on your warranty card or operating guide.  
Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please  
contact:  
Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc  
3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd  
Norcross, GA 30093  
Hitachi Sales Corporation of Hawaii  
3219 Koapaka St.  
Honolulu, HI 96819  
Tel: 770-279-5600  
Tel: 808-836-3621  
For TV's purchased in Canada only, please contact one of the Hitachi offices below, should you have any  
questions regarding service, operation, or technical assistance.  
MONTREAL  
TORONTO  
VANCOUVER  
9425 Trans Canada  
Saint-Laurent, Quebec  
H4S 1V3  
6740 Campobello Road 20800 Westminster Hwy., Unit 1103  
Mississauga, Ontario  
L5N 2L8  
Richmond, B.C.  
V6V 2W3  
Tel: (514) 956-9882  
Fax: (514) 956-9761  
Tel: (905) 821-4545  
Fax: (905) 826-6627  
Tel: (604) 214-0777  
Fax: (604) 214-0772  
Back Cover  
QR21061  
WARRANTY  
HITACHI  
PROJECTION TV LIMITED WARRANTY  
Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc.  
Hitachi Home Electronics (America) Inc. and  
Hitachi Hitachi Sales Corporation of Hawaii ('Hitachi') Sales Corporation of Hawaii ('Hitachi')  
warranty this  
component in duration as stated below:  
• Lifetime Lens • 2 Years CRT • 30 Days Screen • 1 Year Parts • 1 Year Labor  
Conditions of Hitachi Limited Warranty  
Hitachi Projection Television are warranted to be free of defects in parts and workmanship  
from the time of purchase by the original owner. If this product is found to be defective, Hitachi  
will repair or replace defective parts at no charge for the parts to the original owner, subject to  
the conditions of the Limited Warranty. The labor for the repair or replacement of the defective  
parts will be provided by by Hitachi without charge, subject to the condition of the Limited  
Warranty.  
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1. PARTS- The warranty periods are: Lifetime on the main optical lens, two (2) years on the  
CRTs, thirty  
(30) days on the screen, and one (1) year on the remaining parts from the date of original  
purchase.  
During the applicable limited warranty period for the parts, defective parts will be replaced at  
no charge  
for the part. Parts used for the replacement will be warranted for the remainder of the  
original warranty  
period for that part.  
2. LABOR- For a period of thirty (30) days from the date of purchase, Hitachi will repair or  
replace the  
screen if it proves to be defective without charge of labor. For all other parts, Hitachi will  
provide the  
labor for warranty repair at no charge for the period of one year from date of original  
purchase. Except  
for the screen as noted above, the labor service during this one (1) year period includes (at  
Hitachi's  
option) either in-home repair or free pick-up and delivery.  
3. Owner must provide verification of the date of purchase when requesting Limited Warranty  
Service.  
(Dated sales receipt required.)  
4. All repairs must be performed by a Hitachi Authorized Service Facility.  
For informationconcerning repairs, operation, technical assistance or for obtaining the location  
of the nearest Hitachi Authorized Service Facility or Parts Distributor, please call the number  
below.  
1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244)  
For information on accessories or extended service plans, please call 1-800-995-4500.  
Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc.  
3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd.  
Norcross, GA 30093  
Tel: 1-770-279-5600  
Hitachi Sales Corporation of Hawaii  
3219 Koapaka St.  
Honolulu, HI 96819  
Tel: 1-808-836-3621  
H462161  
Warranty Limitations  
The Limited Warranty provided by Hiatchi does not cover:  
A. Antenna, cabinet, cabinet parts, knobs, batteries, and accessories.  
B. Screens that have been cleaned with anything other than water and mild soap solution.  
C. Lenses from units that have sold or transferred from the original purchaser. Any lens  
element that is  
permanently attached to the CRT assembly is excluded from the lifetime warranty. The  
labor charges to  
repair or replace will be at no charge during the one (1) year warranty duration. Labor  
charges to repair  
or replace lenses found to be defective after the one (1) year warranty duration will not be  
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covered.  
D. Any new product purchased or service performed outside continental United States or its  
possessions.  
E. Uncrating, setup, installation, or adjustments of custumer operated controls.  
F. Repairs done or parts supplied by a service facility not authorized by Hitachi.  
G. Any defect, malfunction, or failure caused by or resulting from improper service,  
maintenance, repair, or  
from abuse, neglect, accident or any other cause beyond the control of Hiatchi.  
H. Any product on which the serial number has been removed, altered replaced, defaced or  
rendered  
illegible.  
I. Any product used for commerical or industrial purpose.  
J. Any unit that has been sold or transferred from the original owner.  
This Limited Warranty is made only to the original consumer purchaser of this Hitachi Projection TV and is  
effective only upon presentation of evidence of provable date of purchase.  
NO PERSON, AGENT, DISTRIBUTOR, SERVICE FACILITY, OR COMPANY IS AUTHORIZED TO CHANGE,  
MODIFY OR AMEND THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IN ANY MATTER OR FASHION  
WHATSOEVER. EXCEPT AND TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, HITACHI MAKES  
NO EXPRESS WARRANTY REGARDING THIS HITACHI PRODUCT. FURTHER, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES  
RELATED TO ANY PORTION OF THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR  
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE  
EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED ABOVE. HITACHI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO THE PURCHASER OR TO  
ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OR LOSS OF PROFIT OR  
PRODUCT RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECT IN OR MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF THIS HITACHI  
PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS,  
OR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS  
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE  
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.  
Important Notice:  
Retain your sales receipt for warranty purposes. Please complete the section below for your records, as it may be  
needed in event of loss.  
HITACHI  
PROJECTION TV  
LIMITED WARRANTY REGISTRATION  
(For your record - Attach sales receipt to this card)  
Model No.  
Dealer Name  
Dealer Address  
City  
Serial No.  
Date of Purchase  
State  
Zip  
"IMPORTANT"  
PLEASE  
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COMPLETE YOUR  
WARRANTY  
REGISTRATION  
CARD  
AND MAIL  
TO HITACHI  
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  
HITACHI  
In order to allow Hitachi to better serve custumer needs, please  
complete this card and return it to Hitachi Home Electronics (America),  
Inc. Completion of this card is not required in order to validate your  
Hitachi Limited Warranty, but would assist us in developing better  
services for our custumers.  
(Please print or type)  
Model  
Serial No.  
Date of Purchase  
Customer Name  
Custumer Address  
City  
State  
Zip  
(
)
Phone  
Dealer Name  
Dealer Address  
City  
State  
Zip  
1. Did you purchase a service contract for this product?  
( ) Yes ( ) No  
2. Are you interested in obtaining information about Hitachi's Extended  
Service  
Program?  
( ) Yes  
3. Are you interested in obtaining information about accessories?  
( ) Yes ( ) No  
( ) No  
i
This is a misprint in the manual. This should read VIDEO OUT of the VCR. With the connection described in the  
manual. The caller may get a buzzing noise.  
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ii  
This is suppose to read VIDEO OUT of the VCR.  
This is a misprint in the manual.  

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