HITACHI 51G500 User Manual

PROJECTION COLOR TV

46F500

51F500

57F500

51G500

57G500

OPERATING GUIDE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2-3

FIRST TIME USE

4-19

20-31

THE REMOTE CONTROL

Video

Audio

Ch. Manager

Locks

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

32-56

57-63

Setup

SEL

Move

Sel

USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this

product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

IMPORTANT

Read before operating equipment

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

15. Televisions are designed to comply with the recom-

mended safety standards for tilt and stability.

Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front, or top,

of the cabinet which could cause the product to over-

turn resulting in product damage and/or personal

injury.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

16. Follow instructions for wall, shelf or ceiling mounting as

recommended by the manufacturer.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor-

dance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades

with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug

has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide

blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If

the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult

an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,

and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

17. An outdoor antenna should not be located in the vicin-

ity of overhead power lines or other electrical circuits.

18. If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver be

sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide

some protection against voltage surges and built up

static charges. Section 810 of the National Electric

Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information

with respect to proper grounding for the mast and sup-

porting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an

antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors,

location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to

grounding electrodes and requirements for the ground-

ing electrode.

ANTENNA

LEAD IN

WIRE

GROUND

CLAMP

12.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table specified by the man-

ufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used, use caution when

moving the cart/apparatus combination

to avoid injury from tip-over.

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

ꢀNEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

ꢀNEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

ꢀNEC ART 250 PART H)

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when

unused for long periods of time.

Note to the CATV system installer: 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 sys-

tem of the building, as close to the point of cable entry

as practical.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been

damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or

plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects

have fallen into apparatus, the apparatus has been

exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normal-

ly, or has been dropped.

Disposal of this product may require specific

instructions pertaining to your resident state. For

disposal or recycling information, please contact

your local authorities or the Electronic Industries

Alliance: www.eiae.org.

Do not place any objects on the top of the televi-

sion which may fall or cause a child to climb to

retrieve the objects.

Projection TV’s are heavy and can mark or damage floor surfaces (especially wood flooring) if moved improperly. Do not

slide or force TV into position. Always roll TV allowing casters at bottom of unit to help steer and position the TV.

PREVENTION OF SCREEN BURN

This Wide Screen TV is designed to display wide screen pictures. Images should be viewed mostly in wide screen format or

zoomed to fill the screen with moving pictures. Use of side panels, top and bottom panels of standard picture formats should only

be 15% of your total viewing time to prevent uneven aging of the phosphors. Phosphors in the lighted area of the picture will age

more rapidly than the gray areas. Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer gen-

erated graphics, and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can cause permanent damage to television receivers. Such “SCREEN

BURNS” constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty.

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.

PART NAME

PART NO.

HL01831

ILLUSTRATION

POWER

REMOTE CONTROL

CLU-4321UG

CBL/SAT DVD/VCR

SWAP PIP MODE

PIP

FREEZE

PIP CH

VIDEO

SELECT

EXIT

LAST CH

MUTE

REMOTE CONTROL

CLU-4324UG

HL01834

VOL

ANT

INFO

VID1

REC

VID2

VID5

VID3

VID4

ASPECT VIRTUAL HD

46" TELEVISION

STAND

SP-46W

H530056

(Not included,

order separately)

OPTIONAL

CAUTION: Television model 46F500 for use only with Hitachi’s 46” Television Stand model SP-46W. Use with other stands

is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.

1. Remote Control Unit is either CLU-4321UG (Part No. HL01831) or CLU-4324UG (Part No. HL01834).

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.

BOTTOM VIEW

4. Replace the cover.

Lift up on tab to

remove back cover.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace with the same or equivalent type.

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 TV antenna is recommended for

best performance. However, if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and multiple image

ghosts, an indoor antenna may be sufficient.

LOCATION

Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the picture screen. Also, be sure that the location

selected allows a free flow of air to and from the perforated back cover of the set.

To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set failure, do not place the TV where temperatures can

become excessively hot, for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc.

VIEWING

The major benefit of the HITACHI Projection Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test various

locations in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing.

The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the TV and about 10 to 18 feet from the screen. Picture brightness decreases as

the viewer moves to the left and right of the receiver.

During daylight hours, reflections from outside light may appear on the screen. If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the

reflection or the TV can be located in a different section of the room.

If the TV’s audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi system’s external speakers, the best audio performance will be obtained by placing

the speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as possible to the height of the picture screen center. For

best stereo separation, place the external speakers at least four feet from the side of the TV, place the surround speakers to the side or

behind the viewing area. Differences in room sizes and acoustical environments will require some experimentation with speaker

placement for best performance.

20'

4' MINIMUM

BEST

HORIZONTAL

BEST

VERTICAL VIEWING

ANGLE

10'

15'

20'

VIEWING ANGLE

4' MINIMUM

10'

15'

20'

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

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

HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS

Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. For

best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell

audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output

and input connector types required by the various components and the length of each cable.

300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector

This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an

antenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm).

“F”Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector

For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the

antenna jack on the television.

S-Video (Super Video) Connector

Phono 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.

Digital Visual Interface (DVI) Connection Cable

This cable is used to connect external devices with

DVI-HDTV output capability.

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL

VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV)

To outdoor antenna

or CATV cable

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.

To second antenna

or cable system

To outdoor VHF

or UHF antenna

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 adapter. Plug the adapter into

the antenna terminal on the TV.

To outdoor

ANT A/ANT B

antenna or

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.

To UHF

Antenna

CATV system

Antenna mixer

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

ቩ

PULL

POWER

ቦ

-AUDIO-

S-VIDEO

VOL-

VOL+

CH-

CH+

INPUT

EXIT

MAGIC FOCUS

VIDEO

L/MONO

INPUT 5

SELECT

̄ ̆

ባ

ቢ

ቧ

ቤ

ብ

ቨ

ቢ MENU/SELECT button

This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote. This

button also serves as the SELECT button when in MENU mode.

ባ INPUT/EXIT button

Press this button to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 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.

NOTES: Your remote control does not have an INPUT button. To change to video inputs, press VID1~VID5 buttons depending

on your choice (see page 20).

ቤ 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.

ብ 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.

ቦ POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV on or off.

ቧ MAGIC FOCUS

Use this button to automatically adjust your picture quality to optimum performance (see page 36). The Magic Focus button will not

work when adjustment mode is set to manual (see page 37).

ቨ FRONT INPUT JACKS (INPUT 5)

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: 5 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. If you have mono sound, insert the audio

cable into the left audio jack.

ቩ IR RECEIVER

The screen area acts as the IR receiver (remote sensor) of the TV. When using the remote control, point it towards the screen for

best response.

FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS

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:

-AUDIO-

S-VIDEO

-AUDIO-

S-VIDEO

MAGIC FOCUS

VIDEO

MAGIC FOCUS

L/MONO

VIDEO

L/MONO

INPUT 5

NOTE:

1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the played back picture

may be abnormal.

2. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable.

3. If you have a mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack of your TV.

REAR PANEL JACKS

ባ

ቢ

ቨ

ቧ

ANT A

DVI-HDTV

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

(MONO)/L

CONVERTER

AUDIO

Y/VIDEO

ANT B

(MONO)/L

AUDIO

(MONO)/L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

INPUT 4

AUDIO

TO HI-FI

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO

ብ

ቤ

ቦ

ቢ Antenna Input/Output

The remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and ANT B. ANT A input can

be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as a

sub-picture.) The antenna output labeled “TO CONVERTER” allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source

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

ባ Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4

The VID1~VID4 buttons will select each video source each time they are pressed. Use the audio and video inputs to connect

external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc players, DVD players etc. (If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable

into the left audio jack.)

NOTE:

You may use VIDEO or S-VIDEO inputs to connect to INPUT 3 and 4, but only one of these inputs may be used at a

time.

ቤ MONITOR OUT

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

output.

NOTE:

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

ብ AUDIO TO HI-FI Output

These jacks provide variable audio output to a separate stereo amplifier. With this connection, the audio to the stereo can be

controlled by the television’s main volume.

ቦ S-VIDEO Inputs 3 and 4

Inputs 3 and 4 provide S-VIDEO (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-VIDEO output capability.

REAR PANEL JACKS

ቧ Component:Y-P_BP_RInputs

Inputs 1 and 2 provide Y-P_BP_Rjacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. You may

use composite video signal for INPUT:2.

NOTES: 1. Do not connect composite VIDEO and S-VIDEO to Input 3, 4 or 5 at the same time. S-VIDEO has priority

over VIDEO input.

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 P input and

the components R-Y output to the TV’s P input.

3. Your component outputs may be labeled Y-C C . In this case, connect the component C output to the TV’s P input and the

B R

component C output to the TV’s P input.

4. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-P P inputs. (See page 35)

B R

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

B R

6. Input 2 (Y/VIDEO) can be used for composite video and component video input.

ቨ DVI-HDTV Input (Input 1)

Use this DVI-HDTV Input for your external devices with DVI-HDTV output such as a Set-Top-Box, high-band DTV decoders, DVD

players and D-VHS with Digital Content Protection.

NOTES: 1. Only DTV format such as 1080i, 720p, 480i and 480p are available for DVI-HDTV input.

2. The DVI-HDTV input is NOT compatible when used with a DVD player from a personal computer.

3. When connecting a Set-Top-Box with a copy-protect digital out terminal, a high definition picture can be displayed

on the screen in its digital form.

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP

Outside antenna or

cable TV coaxial cable

D-VHS

DIGITAL OUTPUT

DVD Player

2-Way signal splitter

HDTV Set-Top Box

OUTPUT

P /C P /C

OUTPUT

ANT A

VCR #1

DVI-HDTV

OUTPUT

ANT

S-VIDEO V

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

(MONO)/L

AUDIO

CONVERTER

Y/VIDEO

ANT B

(MONO)/L

AUDIO

(MONO)/L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

INPUT 4

AUDIO

TO HI-FI

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO

OUTPUT

INPUT

Cable TV Box

S-VIDEO

INPUT

S-VIDEO

OUTPUT

INPUT

Laserdisc player, VCR,

camcorder, etc.

VCR #2

Stereo System Amplifier

Connect only 1 component to each input jack.

2. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.

3. Composite video signal can be input to Input2~Input5.

NOTE:

4. Cables are not included with the purchase of this television.

TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

S-VIDEO connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use these connections

in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature.

If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the television.

Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up cables.

A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output (INPUT: 3 in the

example on page 11). Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections.

You may use VIDEO or S-VIDEO inputs to connect to Input 3, Input 4 or Input 5, but only one of these may be used at a time.

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

COMPONENT:Y-P P (Input 1 &2) connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players and set-top-

B R

boxes. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. Input 2 accepts both com-

posite and component video signals.

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 P input

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

Your component outputs may be labeled Y-C C . In this case, connect the components C output to the TV’s P input and the

B R

components C output to the TV’s P input.

You may use composite video signal for Input 2~Input 5.

It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-P P inputs. (See page 35)

B R

Y-P P

To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the

jacks.

B R

CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES

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

REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION

ANT A

DVI-HDTV

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

(MONO)/L

CONVERTER

AUDIO

Y/VIDEO

ANT B

(MONO)/L

AUDIO

(MONO)/L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

INPUT 4

AUDIO

TO HI-FI

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO

INPUT

Stereo System Amplifier

NOTE: 1. 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.

2. See page 41 for AUDIO Advanced Settings.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

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

dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner’s manual of each component for the location of video and

audio inputs and outputs.

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

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

shielded wire.

Before Operating External Video Source

The input mode is changed every time the VID1~VID5 button is pressed as shown below. Connect an external source to the INPUT

terminal, then press the VID1~VID5 button as necessary to view the input source. (See page 22)

INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER

(INPUT)

(ANTENNA)

VID1

ANT

NOTE:

When the TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from the VIDEO INPUT JACK on the back panel of the

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

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT1~INPUT5

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

set below.

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

3. Press the VID1~VID5 button to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player. The VIDEO label disappears

automatically after approximately four seconds.

4. Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

ANT A

DVI-HDTV

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

(MONO)/L

CONVERTER

AUDIO

Y/VIDEO

ANT B

(MONO)/L

AUDIO

(MONO)/L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

INPUT 4

AUDIO

TO HI-FI

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO

Audio Video

OUTPUT

VCR

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A STEREO SOURCE TO INPUT1~INPUT5

Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV

set below.

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

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

Press the VID1~VID5 button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The VIDEO label disappears automatically

after approximately four seconds.

Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

ANT A

DVI-HDTV

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

(MONO)/L

CONVERTER

AUDIO

Y/VIDEO

ANT B

(MONO)/L

AUDIO

(MONO)/L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

INPUT 4

AUDIO

TO HI-FI

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO

OUTPUT

VCR

NOTES: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line

output. (INPUT: 3 in example on page 11) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line

input-output connections.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO SOURCE TO INPUT 3, 4 AND 5

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

set below.

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

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

Press the VID3~VID5 button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The VIDEO label disappears automatically

after approximately four seconds.

Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

ANT A

DVI-HDTV

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

(MONO)/L

CONVERTER

AUDIO

Y/VIDEO

ANT B

(MONO)/L

AUDIO

(MONO)/L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

INPUT 4

AUDIO

TO HI-FI

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO

OUTPUT

S-VIDEO

VCR

NOTES: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line

output. (INPUT: 3 in example on page 11) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line

input-output connections.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH DVI-HDTV CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1.

Connect the DVI connection cable from the output of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the DVI-HDTV input as shown on

the TV set at right.

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

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

Press the VID1 button to view the program from the HDTV set top box or DVD player. The VIDEO label disappears automatically

after approximately four seconds.

Press ANT button to return to the previous channel.

D-VHS

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OUTPUT

ANT A

DVI-HDTV

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

(MONO)/L

CONVERTER

AUDIO

Y/VIDEO

ANT B

(MONO)/L

AUDIO

(MONO)/L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

INPUT 4

AUDIO

TO HI-FI

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE TO INPUT 1 OR 2: Y-P P .

B R

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

set at right.

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

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

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

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

Press the VID1~VID2 button, to view the program from the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box. The VIDEO label

disappears automatically after approximately four seconds.

Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

DVD Player

OUTPUT

ANT A

DVI-HDTV

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

(MONO)/L

CONVERTER

Y/VIDEO

ANT B

(MONO)/L

AUDIO

(MONO)/L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

INPUT 3

INPUT 4

AUDIO

TO HI-FI

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO

NOTE:

1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

2. See page 12 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

THE REMOTE CONTROL

In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different

types of VCRs, CBL (Cable TV) converters, satellite receiver, DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch. Basic

operation keys are grouped together in one area.

To operate your TV, point the remote control at the screen of the TV and press the TV button. The remote will now control your

television.

To operate your cable/satellite box, point the remote at the remote sensor of the cable/satellite box and press the CABLE/

SATELLITE (CBL/SAT) button. The remote will now control your cable/satellite box. (See page 29 for instructions on how to

program the remote to control your cable box.)

To operate your DVD/VCR player, point the remote at the remote sensor of the DVD/VCR player and press the DVD/VCR button.

The remote will now control your DVD/VCR player. (See pages 28 and 30 for instruction on how to program the remote to con-

trol your DVD/VCR player.)

POWER

These buttons allow the remote to control your

TV, VCR, DVD or cable/satellite box depending on

which mode is chosen, as explained above.

CBL/SAT DVD/VCR

SWAP PIP MODE

FREEZE

PIP

PIP CH

VIDEO

SELECT

EXIT

LAST CH

MUTE

VOL

INFO

ANT

TV OR VCR/DVD BUTTONS

VID3

VID4

VID1

VID2

VID5

When in TV mode, these buttons, except the REC button,

will select from five video input sources. When in

VCR/DVD mode, these buttons transmit the chosen

precoded VCR/DVD codes.

REC

ASPECT VIRTUAL HD

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV

POWER

ቢ TV POWER button

CBL/SAT DVD/VCR

SWAP PIP MODE

ባ _{PICTURE-IN-PICTURE}

FREEZE

PIP

PIP CH

VIDEO

ቱ

ተ

MENU button

PIP CH button

ቤ _{VIDEO button}

SELECT

EXIT

ብ _{SELECT, MENU, CURSOR buttons}

ቯ

ቮ

LAST CHANNEL (LAST CH) button

EXIT button

LAST CH

MUTE

ቦ _{VOLUME, MUTE buttons}

VOL

ቧ _{CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons}

ANT button

ቨ

INFO

ANT

ቭ

ቫ

INFO button

VID1

REC

VID2

VID5

VID3

VID4

ASPECT VIRTUAL HD

VIRTUAL HD button

ቩ VID1~VID5 buttons

ቪ

ASPECT button

ᕃ POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode.

ባ PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons

See separate section on pages 25, 26 and 27 for description.

ቤ VIDEO button

Press this button to directly access the VIDEO adjustment menu.

VIDEO

EXIT

Contrast

100%

Next/Prev

Change Value SEL Return

ብ SELECT, MENU, CURSOR buttons

All the On-Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using the CURSOR buttons, except for numeric entries.

The CURSOR will highlight functions or adjust and set different features. Press the CURSOR toward desired direction then press

the SELECT button to select.

Favorite Channels

Add

Ant

A 8

Ant

A 8

Del

CURSOR

- - - - -

SELECT

SEL Select

Move

When no on-screen displays are on the TV screen, use CURSOR ̇ or ̈ to access the Favorite Channels feature.

To add channels to Favorite Channels, use the number keys to enter the channel number. Use CURSOR ̈ to highlight “Add”, then

press SELECT to store the channel to the Favorite Channel feature.

To delete (Del) the channel from the Favorite Channel, use CURSOR ̆ , ̄ to highlight the channel, then CURSOR ̈ to highlight

Delete (Del) and press SELECT to delete.

To view a Favorite Channel use CURSOR ̆ , ̄ to highlight the channel and press SELECT to view.

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO

CONTROL YOUR TV

ቦ VOLUME, MUTE button

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. 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.

MUTE

Volume

Soft Mute 8

Mute

Closed Captioning will display when MUTE/SOFT MUTE is on and Closed Caption is set to AUTO (See page 56).

ቧ CHANNEL selector buttons

CHANNEL selector buttons are used to select channels, lock access code, etc.

Enter one, two, or three numbers to select channels. Enter “0” first for channels 1 to 9, or simply press the single digit channel you

wish to tune then wait a few seconds for the TV to tune. For channels 100 and above, press the “1” button, wait until two dashes

appear 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 ANTENNA/CABLE mode. (see page 51)

ቨ ANTENNA button

The ANT button will select between Antenna A and Antenna B each time the button is pressed.

Ant A 10

ANT

Ant B 28

ቩ VID1 ~ VID5

When the remote control is in TV mode, press these buttons to directly select the video input sources between the five video inputs.

When the remote control is in Set-Top-Box mode (STB) these buttons will control the Set-Top-Box or satellite receiver, and execute

the secondary function labeled.

YPBPR:1

VID1

Stereo

ST/SA

Ant A 28

TAKA

Video:2

VID2

VID1

ANT

VID3

Video:4

VID4

Video:5

VID5

Video:3

VID3

VID5

VID4

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO

CONTROL YOUR TV

ቪ ASPECT button

Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio.

Depending on the input signal, the picture format ratio allows you to adjust the images through the following options.

4:3 STANDARD

Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images. Side panels (gray areas) are placed to the

left and right of the image to preserve the original aspect ratio of the source. Note: Use this mode for

only 15% of your total viewing time to prevent uneven aging of the phosphors. Phosphors in the lighted

area of the picture will age more rapidly than the gray areas.

4:3 EXPANDED

Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) sources by expanding the outer edges of the image

to fill the 16:9 screen. The center of the image remains unaltered.

4:3 Zoom1/Zoom2

16:9 STANDARD

Use these aspect modes to zoom in on conventional (4:3) sources.

Use this aspect mode to display 16:9 sources like HDTV and DVD’s preserving the original 16:9 aspect

ratio.

16:9 Zoom

Use this aspect to Zoom-in once while in 16:9 aspect.

(1) NTSC Input

4:3

INPUT

4:3 STANDARD

4:3 EXPANDED

4:3 ZOOM1

4:3 ZOOM2

4:3 ZOOM1

4:3 ZOOM2

16:9 ZOOM

16:9 STANDARD

(2) 480i/480p INPUT

16:9

INPUT

4:3 STANDARD

4:3 EXPANDED

16:9 STANDARD

16:9 ZOOM

16:9 STANDARD

16:9 ZOOM

(3) 720p/1080i INPUT

16:9

INPUT

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV

ቫ VIRTUAL HD button

Press this button to toggle between 1080i and 540p.

540p and 1080i represent two ways to display the TV signal.

•

Progressive: The “p” in 540p tells you that the display is showing you the picture in the progressive format. With the progressive

format the complete picture is created by drawing lines across the screen from left to right which fill the screen from the top to

bottom. If you look very closely at the screen there will be a very small space in between each line. The progressive format is good

for displaying fast moving programs such as a sporting event.

Interlaced: The “i” in 1080i tells you that the display is showing you the picture in the interlaced format. With the interlaced format

the picture is created by drawing lines across the screen from left to right which fill the screen from top to bottom, and then returning

to the top and drawing another set of lines in between the first set. The TV draws the lines so fast that our eyes can’t see them. If

you look very closely at the screen you will notice a smoother image that with the progressive format. The interlace format is good

for displaying detailed images like feature films.

•

You can compare the progressive and interlaced formats by toggling the “VIRTUAL HD” button on the remote control. Some

people like the crisp picture from 540p and some people like the smooth and detailed 1080i. Hitachi offers you the choice.

Note: The VIRTUAL HD button will not change the picture with a 1080i HDTV input. HDTV signals bypass the VIRTUAL HD circuitry

and are shown in their native 1080i format.

ቭ INFO button

Press this button 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 and CHANNEL ID.

When a COMPONENT

YPBPR:1

VIDEO:Y-P P Input

B R

Signal Format

Received

Broadcast

Rating

is connected to

VIDEO: 1.

Main Picture Source

Audio Selected

Audio

Stereo (480i)

ST/SA

TV-PG DLSV

PIP TV-PG DLSV

Ant A 15

ABCDEFG

10:10 AM

Channel ID/Video ID

Time

Broadcast

Wide

Mode

PIP Ant A 10

PIP/Sub-Picture

Source

Virtual

Picture

Mode

16:9 Standard

1080i

Movies

When an S-VIDEO

Input is connected to

VIDEO: 3.

Closed

S - IN: 3

Captioning

C.C. On

OFF

Off Timer

Off 10:05 AM

Time Lock 10:05 AM

TV Time Lock

PIP/Sub-Picture

Main Picture

ቮ EXIT button

When in MENU mode, this button will exit all On-Screen Displays.

ቯ LAST CHANNEL (LAST CH) button

Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. (Good for watching two sporting events, etc.)

Ant A 39

Ant A 10

LAST CH

ተ PIP CH button

Use the PIP CH button to select between main picture and sub-picture tuning. The channel number which is highlighted indicates

what channel is being controlled.

ቱ MENU button

The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display.

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 the sub-picture simultaneously. ANT B 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 green highlighted channel

display will move with every press of the PIP CH button. When the top channel display is highlighted, channel tuning is for the main

picture. When the lower channel display is highlighted, channel tuning is for the PIP sub-picture.

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.

ANT A

DVI-HDTV

POWER

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

CBL/SAT DVD/VCR

(MONO)/L

CONVERTER

AUDIO

ቤ

ባ

ቢ

Y/VIDEO

SWAP PIP MODE

ANT B

(MONO)/L

FREEZE

PIP

AUDIO

ብ,ቦ

(MONO)/L VIDEO

S-VIDEO

PIP CH

INPUT 3

INPUT 4

VIDEO

AUDIO

TO HI-FI

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

AUDIO

SELECT

EXIT

Audio Video

OUTPUT

LAST CH

MUTE

VCR

Use above connection to view VCR program as a sub-picture while viewing another program as main picture (ANT A, ANT B, V:1,

V:2, V:3, V:4, or V:5). You may also view the VCR program as a main picture while viewing another program as a sub-picture (ANT

A, V:1, V:2, V:3, V:4, or V:5).

ቢ PIP button

Press the PIP button and a sub-picture will appear in one of the four different modes (POP, PIP, SPLIT or SURF), depending on the

last selection of the PIP mode. To change the PIP mode, use the PIP MODE button to cycle through the four different modes.

POP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE

Press the PIP button and a sub-picture appears in one of the four different modes (POP, PIP, SPLIT or SURF), depending on the

last selection of the PIP mode. Press the PIP button again 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 highlighted channel display.) Press the VID1, VID2, VID3,

VID4 or VID5 button when sub-picture channel tuning is being controlled, to change between VIDEO: 1, VIDEO: 2, VIDEO: 3,

VIDEO:4 and VIDEO:5 and ANT:A source. (ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub-picture.)

Ant A 10

Main Picture

Ant A 10

PIP

Sub Picture

NOTES: 1. When ANT B is selected as the main channel, the SWAP feature is disabled.

2. In POP mode, CURSOR ̆ , ̄ will move the sub-picture up/down.

3. Only Sound from the main picture can be heard.

PIP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (This feature is only available in 1080i input signal)

To prevent a pattern burn, occasionally move the sub-picture using the CURSOR ̇, ̈, ̆, ̄.

PIP

Ant A 10

PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)

SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE

Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub-picture evenly on the screen.

Ant A 10

Ant A 12

Sub Picture

Main Picture

SURF MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE

This feature will automatically scan all active channel numbers (those set in memory) and display them as PIP sub-pictures, Press

the PIP button a second time to remove the sub-pictures from the screen.

Ant A 28

PIP

NOTES: 1. If no buttons are pressed when in SURF mode, auto-scanning will continuously scan channels in memory.

(see page 42)

2. If a channel is tuned during this SURF scanning, sub-pictures will be removed from the screen.

3. SURF MODE PIP is allowed only when ANT A is selected as the main channel.

4. If MOVIE/TV RATINGS lock functions setting is ON, SURF mode will be deactivated.

5. Closed Caption will not appear when SURF mode is on.

ባ SWAP button

If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the sub-picture, press the SWAP button.

Ant A 10

Ant A 12

Ant A 10

SWAP

SPLIT

NOTES: 1. The SWAP button will only operate in POP/SPLIT PIP mode.

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.)

ቤ PIP MODE button

To change between the different PIP modes (POP, PIP, SPLIT or SURF) press the PIP MODE button when PIP is ON. Each

press of this button will change PIP to a different mode.

Ant A 10

Ant A 12

Ant A 10

PIP MODE

Ant A 12

PIP MODES will depend on the type of input signal.

PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) MODES

POP

YES

PIP SPLIT SURF

NTSC (ANT A/B)

480i

480p

720p

1080i

YES ANT A

YES

PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)

ብ FREEZE button (With PIP ON)

If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the FREEZE 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 FREEZE button

again.

NOTE:

When PIP is on, the FREEZE function will only operate when POP/PIP/SPLIT mode is chosen.

ᕇ FREEZE button (with PIP OFF)

Press the FREEZE button to freeze the picture, depending on the PIP mode selected (POP Sub Freeze, SPLIT or STROBE).

To change FREEZE modes, use the PIP MODE button to cycle through the three different modes.

POP SUB FREEZE (with PIP OFF)

PIP should be in POP mode. Press the FREEZE button to freeze. Press the FREEZE button again to return to normal viewing.

Ant A 10

Hot Springs Clay Mask

C/O John Doe

Run-Spa Retreat

P.O. Box 55512

FREEZE

Any Town, USA 98765

Check or

Hot Springs Clay Mask

C/O John Doe

Run-Spa Retreat

Money Order Only

1-800-555-1212

P.O. Box 55512

Any Town, USA 98765

Check or

Money Order Only

1-800-555-1212

SPLIT FREEZE(with PIP OFF)

PIP should be in SPLIT mode. Press the FREEZE button to freeze the picture you are currently viewing (only the right sub-picture

will freeze). Press the FREEZE button again and press the PIP button to return to normal viewing.

Sub Picture

Main Picture

Ant A 12

FREEZE

STROBE FREEZE(with PIP OFF)

PIP should be in SURF mode. Press the FREEZE button to freeze three 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 a golf swing.

FREEZE

NOTES: Each freeze frame is delayed about 0.1 (1/10) second.

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS

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 31 for pre-codes)

1. Turn ON your VCR.

2. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR.

3. Press and release the DVD/VCR button to switch to VCR pre-coded mode.

4. Hold down the DVD/VCR button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your VCR, as shown on page 31.

5. Aim the remote at the VCR and press the POWER button. 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, try a different two digit

preset code.

6. The remote will now control your VCR.

POWER

CBL/SAT DVD/VCR

ቢ

SWAP PIP MODE

FREEZE

PIP

NOTES:

PIP CH

1. If your VCR cannot be operated after performing the

above procedures, your VCR’s code has not been

precoded into the remote.

VIDEO

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.

SELECT

EXIT

ቤ

LAST CH

MUTE

VOL

ባ

ቢ DVD/VCR Button

This button allows the remote to control your VCR by setting

it to VCR mode.

ባ PRECODED VCR Buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes.

For some VCRs, you must press the RECORD button twice

to record a program.

INFO

ANT

VID1

VID2

VID5

VID3

ASPECT

VID4

VIRTUAL HD

REC

ቤ EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons

These buttons are for operating the TV.

MY VCR CODE IS:

NOTE:

Refer to instruction manual of the VCR for operation of the buttons exclusively for the VCR.

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL

CABLE/SATELLITE BOX FUNCTIONS

Operating the precoded function for your cable/satellite box.

This remote is designed to operate different types of cable/satellite boxes. You must first program the remote to match the remote sys-

tem of your cable/satellite box. (refer to page 31)

1. Turn ON your cable/satellite box.

2. Aim the remote control at the front of your cable/satellite box.

3. Press and release the cable/satellite (CBL/SAT) button to switch to cable/satellite pre-coded mode.

4. Hold down the CBL/SAT button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your cable/satellite box as shown

on page 31.

5. Aim the remote at the cable/satellite box and press the POWER button. 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 box

does not turn off, try a different two digit preset code.

6. The remote will now control your cable/satellite box.

POWER

ቢ

NOTES:

CBL/SAT DVD/VCR

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.

SWAP PIP MODE

FREEZE

PIP

PIP CH

VIDEO

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.

SELECT

EXIT

ቤ

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.

LAST CH

MUTE

VOL

ባ

ቢ CABLE (CBL/SAT) button

This button allows the remote to control your cable/satellite

box by setting it to CABLE/SATELLITE mode.

ባ PRECODED CABLE/SATELLITE BOX buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable/satellite

codes.

INFO

ANT

VID1

VID2

VID5

VID3

ASPECT

VID4

VIRTUAL HD

ቤ EXCLUSIVE TV buttons

REC

These buttons are for operating the TV.

MY CABLE/SATELLITE

BOX CODE IS:

NOTE:

Refer to instruction manual of the Cable/Satellite Box for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Cable/Satellite Box.

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL

DVD FUNCTIONS

Operating the precoded function for your DVD player.

This remote is designed to operate different types of DVD players. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of

your DVD player. (refer to page 31 for pre-codes)

1. Turn ON your DVD player.

2. Aim the remote control at the front of your DVD player.

3. Press and release the DVD/VCR button to switch to DVD pre-coded mode.

4. Hold down the DVD/VCR button on the remote and enter the two digit preset code that matches your DVD player, as shown on page

31.

5. Aim the remote at the DVD player and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your DVD player when the correct two

digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your DVD player. If the DVD player does not

turn off, try a different two digit preset code.

6. The remote will now control your DVD player.

POWER

CBL/SAT DVD/VCR

NOTES:

ቢ

1. If your DVD player cannot be operated after performing

the above procedures, your DVD player’s code has not

been precoded into the remote.

SWAP PIP MODE

FREEZE

PIP

PIP CH

VIDEO

2. In the unlikely event that your DVD player cannot be

operated after performing the above procedures, please

consult your DVD player 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.

SELECT

EXIT

LAST CH

MUTE

ቤ

VOL

ቢ DVD/VCR Button

This button allows the remote to control your DVD player by

setting it to DVD mode.

ባ

ባ PRECODED DVD Buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen precoded DVD codes.

INFO

ANT

ቤ EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons

These buttons are for operating the TV.

VID1

VID2

VID5

VID3

VID4

ASPECT VIRTUAL HD

REC

MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS:

NOTE:

Refer to instruction manual of the DVD player for operation of the buttons exclusively for the DVD player.

CABLE, SATELLITE, VCR AND DVD

CODES FOR REMOTE CONTROL

CABLE BRAND

CODE

General Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Hamlin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22,23,24,25

Jerrold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .00,01,02,03,04,05,06,07,21

Oak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26,27,28

Panasonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18,19,20

Pioneer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13,14

Scientific Atlanta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .08,09,10

Tocom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15,16

Zenith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,12

SATELLITE BRAND

CODE

Ecostar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Hitachi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Hughes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Panasonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

RCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30, 35

Samsung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Sony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

VCR BRAND

CODE

Aiwa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Daewoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Emerson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20,21,22,23,24

Fisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34,37,38,39

Funai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

General Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Goldstar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Hitachi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .00,01,02,03,04,05,06

JVC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18,49,50,51

Magnavox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12,13, 14

Mitsubishi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27,28,29,30

NEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40,41

Panasonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10,11

Philips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Samsung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17,25,26

Scott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Sharp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31,32

Shintom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Sony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07,08,09

Symphonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Teknica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Toshiba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

DVD BRAND

CODE

Hitachi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53, 59, 60

Panasonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Pioneer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

RCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Samsung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Sanyo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Sony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Toshiba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD)

1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Projection TV.

2. Press the CURSOR ̇, ̈, ̆, ̄ to highlight a different feature.

3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu.

4. Press CURSOR ̇ or ̈ to access Favorite Channels menu.

VIDEO

SELECT

EXIT

This part of the screen shows

which selections are available.

Video

Audio

Ch. Manager

Locks

Setup

SEL

Move

Sel

This part of the screen shows

which Remote Control buttons

to use.

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD)

Picture Mode

Select between the four picture modes: Sports, Movies, News,

and Music.

Contrast

Brightness

Color

Adjust contrast.

Adjust brightness.

Adjust color.

Tint

Sharpness

Vertical Position

Magic Focus

Adjust tint.

Adjust sharpness.

Centering top and bottom of the picture.

Automatic or manual alignment of the Red, Green and Blue

colors to make white.

Video

Color System

Automatically change tint and color coordinates for DTV

program.

Advanced Settings

Improve picture performance.

Treble

Bass

Adjust the treble.

Adjust the bass.

Balance

Sound Enhancement

Advanced Settings

Adjust the balance.

Set SRS and BBE surround settings.

Improve sound performance.

Audio

Ant A

Ant B

View/edit Channel ID, Scan, and Lock settings in antenna A.

View/edit Channel ID, Scan, and Lock settings in antenna B.

Channel

Manager

Change Access Code

Engage Lock

TV Time Lock

Change Lock access code.

Choose to lock channel, video input, and front panel.

Set specific time to Lock TV.

Movie Ratings

Block various types of movies and video types based on motion

picture ratings.

TV Ratings

Block various types of movies and television programming

based on a parental guide ratings.

Locks

Canadian Ratings (ENG) Block various types of movies and television programming

based on the Canadian ratings system.

Canadian Ratings (FRN) Block various types of movies and television programming

based on the Canadian French ratings system.

Menu Preference

Set The Clock

Set The Channels

Set The Inputs

Choose English, French, or Spanish text.

Set the TV clock. It must be set before using Lock/Event Timer feature.

Set Channel Source and Auto Channel Scan.

Label Video Inputs , VCR, DVD, etc.

Setup

Set Event Timer

Set Closed Captions

About Your TV

Turn TV on and off once, daily, or weekly.

Feature to display dialogue/text.

Information display for this TV.

VIDEO

Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality.

Video

Picture Mode

Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV’s performance.

Video

Audio

Ch. Manager

Locks

Setup

SEL

Move

Sel

CURSOR

Video

Picture Mode

Contrast

Sports

100%

50%

Sports

Movies

News

Reset

Brightness

Color

50%

CURSOR

Tint

Music

Sharpness

50%

Vertical Position

Magic Focus

Color System

Advanced Settings

SEL Return

Move

SEL Select

Move

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to highlight Picture Mode settings.

When SPORTS mode is selected, the following are automatically set:

CONTRAST - 100%, COLOR TEMPERATURE - HIGH, LOUDNESS - OFF, PERFECT VOLUME - OFF, BASS - 63%,

SURROUND - SRS and BBE.

When MOVIES mode is selected, the following are automatically set:

CONTRAST - 60%, COLOR TEMPERATURE - STANDARD, SHARPNESS - 40%, BASS - 63%, LOUDNESS - OFF,

PERFECT VOLUME - OFF, SURROUND - SRS and BBE.

NOTE:

MOVIE MODE 3:2 PULLDOWN DETECTION SPECIAL FEATURE

Theatrical movies are shot on film at 24 frames or still pictures per second, instead of 30 frames or 60 fields like video. When

film is transferred to video for television viewing, the disparity between the two frame rates must be reconciled. This involves

a process known as 3:2 pulldown.

When MOVIE mode is selected from the Picture Mode menu, your Hitachi Projection Television will activate the circuitry for

this special feature to improve video performance when watching film based sources. This 3:2 pulldown detection will only

work in MOVIE mode.

When NEWS mode is selected, the following are automatically set:

CONTRAST - 75%, COLOR TEMPERATURE - MEDIUM, LOUDNESS - ON, PERFECT VOLUME - ON.

When MUSIC mode is selected, the following are automatically set:

CONTRAST - 75%, COLOR TEMPERATURE - HIGH, LOUDNESS - OFF, PERFECT VOLUME - OFF, SURROUND - BBE.

You can customize each of the above modes (SPORTS, MOVIES, NEWS, and MUSIC) to your preference to increase viewing per-

formance and pleasure, depending upon the video program being viewed. However, if RESET is selected, each mode will reset to the

initial conditions as explained above.

If RESET is selected in SPORTS mode, only SPORTS mode will return to factory conditions.

Press EXIT to quit menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu.

VIDEO

Use the CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to highlight the function to be adjusted.

Press the CURSOR ̇ or ̈ to adjust the function.

Press MENU to return to main menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu.

Press EXIT to quit menu.

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 DIMMER is OFF.

Contrast

Brightness

Color

Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness.

Use this function to adjust the level of color in the picture.

Use this function to adjust flesh tones so they appear natural.

Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture.

Tint

Sharpness

This function allows you to select when aspect style is either 4:3 EXPANDED/ZOOM1/ZOOM2. Vertical

position can be changed with this mode. Adjustable range is -10 (video center is toward bottom of

screen) to +10 (video center is toward top of screen).

Vertical Position

NOTES: 1. 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.

2. It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the COMPONENT VIDEO Y-P P

B R

input jacks.

3. If you are using the COMPONENT VIDEO input jacks (Y-P P ) and notice that the TINT and COLOR are abnormal,

B R

check to make sure that VIDEO-Color System is set properly.

VIDEO

Magic Focus

Auto Digital Convergence Adjustment

Please turn ON your television for at least 20 minutes before using this feature.

The Magic Focus button on control panel will not work when adjustment mode is set to Manual (see page 37).

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 located on the front control panel, which allows the TV

to self-adjust. Press this MAGIC FOCUS button and the convergence self adjustment will start and this process will take approximately

20 seconds. If this button is pressed during this process, no change in picture quality will occur. After this 20 second self-adjust period,

picture quality will be optimum. (Do not move the TV during self-adjust.)

MAGIC

FOCUS

MAGIC FOCUS

NOTES:

Only a momentary press of the MAGIC FOCUS button is necessary to start AUTO DIGITAL CONVERGENCE. At any

time during this convergence correction process, you may press the MAGIC FOCUS button to exit the MAGIC FOCUS

mode. However, the convergence correction process needs to be completed to SAVE the new corrected convergence

data.

You may also select Magic Focus from the VIDEO menu.

Video

Picture Mode

Sports

100%

50%

Audio

Contrast

Ch. Manager

Locks

Brightness

Color

50%

CURSOR

Setup

CURSOR

Tint

SEL

Move

Sel

Sharpness

50%

Vertical Position

Magic Focus

Color System

Advanced Settings

SEL Select

Move

CURSOR

Video

Magic Focus

Aligns the Red, Green, and Blue

colors to correct for Magnetic

Influences.

CURSOR

Adjustment Mode

Auto

MAGIC FOCUS

SELECT

Manual

If you want to adjust now

Start

SEL Return

Move

VIDEO

Manual Convergence Adjustment Mode

NOTES: 1. Please turn ON your television for at least 20 minutes before using this feature.

2. Auto Adjustment Mode is recommended. If convergence is still not acceptable, use the Manual Adjustment Mode.

DO NOT press MAGIC FOCUS or use Auto Adjustment Mode after using Manual Adjustment Mode.

Using the Remote Control, select VIDEO-MAGIC FOCUS-MANUAL ADJUSTMENT MODE-START to access convergence crosshatch

pattern. The adjustment point is indicated by the Adjustment Point Cursor.

To Move Adjustment Point

To move the Adjustment Point Cursor, use the CURSOR buttons. The Adjustment Point Cursor must be WHITE.

Another way to move the Adjustment Point Cursor is to press the followiing buttons: [2] up, [4] left, [5] down, [6] right. If you use the

number buttons while the adjustment point is WHITE, it will change to RED.

To Change the Color of Adjustment Point

Press the SELECT button repeatedly (WHITE-RED-BLUE-WHITE...). Green color is fixed and cannot be adjusted.

To Adjust the Convergence

Move the Adjustment Cursor to the point to be adjusted. Use the CURSOR ̇, ̈, ̆, ̄ to match the RED and BLUE colors to GREEN

(reference color). Properly aligned, all three colors should appear white.

Video

Picture Mode

Sports

100%

50%

Audio

Contrast

Ch. Manager

Locks

Brightness

Color

50%

CURSOR

Setup

CURSOR

Tint

SEL

Move

Sel

Sharpness

50%

Vertical Position

Magic Focus

Color System

Advanced Settings

SEL Select

Move

CURSOR

Adjustment Point

Cursor

Video

Magic Focus

Aligns the Red, Green, and Blue

colors to correct for Magnetic

Influences.

CURSOR

Adjustment Mode

Auto

SELECT

Manual

If you want to adjust now

Start

SEL Return

Move

If convergence is acceptable after Manual Convergence adjustment, press EXIT button to access menu mode.

DONE

: [1]

: [2]

EXIT

CANCEL

INI. RESET : [3]

BACK : [4]

Press the [1] button on the remote control to SAVE adjusted data and return to main picture.

Press the [2] button on the remote control to CANCEL adjusted data and return to main picture.

Press the [3] button on the remote control to recall the factory pre-set convergence data.

Press the [4] button on the remote control to return to the manual convergence adjustment mode (crosshatch pattern).

Press the [9] button on the remote control to read the SAVED adjusted data. If there is no saved data, pressing the [9] button will recall

the factory pre-set data.

VIDEO

This function allows you to automatically change tint and color coordinates for DTV programs.

Color System

HDTV - High Definition Television - Use for High Vision Signal Y-P_BP_Rfrom HDTV Set-Top Box.

SDTV/DVD - Standard Definition Television or DVD (Digital Versatile Disc Player) Y-C_BC_R.

NOTES: 1. If Color System is set improperly (does not match actual input signal), the color and tint of the main picture will be

abnormal.

2. You must be tuned to VIDEO: 1 or 2 inputs and have a component hooked up to the Y-P P input jacks to access this

B R

color system.

3. All component color type settings will affect only color component input you are currently viewing. If you are using

both sets of component input jacks, be sure to set the color system feature for both inputs.

Your HITACHI Projection TV has an ADVANCED SETTINGS function which will automatically adjust picture

settings to produce the highest quality picture possible.

When ADVANCED SETTINGS is highlighted, press SELECT or CURSOR to access an ADVANCED

Advanced

Settings

SETTINGS feature.

Video

Picture Mode

Contrast

Sports

100%

50%

Brightness

Color

50%

CURSOR

Tint

Sharpness

50%

Vertical Position

Magic Focus

Color System

Advanced Settings

SEL Select

Move

CURSOR

Video

Advanced Settings

Video

Advanced Settings

Color Temperature

High

Color Temperature

High

Medium

Standard

Medium

Standard

CURSOR

Dimmer

Auto Color

Noise Reduction

Auto Color

Noise Reduction

SELECT

Scan Velocity Modulation

Black Level Expansion

Black Side Panel

Scan Velocity Modulation

Black Level Expansion

Black Side Panel

SEL Return

SEL On/Off

Move

Use CURSOR ̆, ̄ to highlight functions.

Press the SELECT button to select the function setting. When the function has an “▲” in the box, it is ON.

Press the SELECT button to change COLOR TEMPERATURE setting. When the function shows a “ ”, it is selected.

Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR ̇ to return to previous menu.

Color Temperature

Set this to High for less intense colors with more blue (9,300K), set to Medium for hotter colors with more red (7,500K), or set

to Standard for standard colors (6,500K).

Dimmer

Turn ON the Dimmer to reduce picture contrast and brightness automatically when viewing in a dark room.

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.

Noise Reduction

The NOISE REDUCTION function automatically reduces conspicuous noise in the picture without degrading picture quality.

When the Noise Reduction feature is ON, the Sharpness feature is disabled.

Scan Velocity Modulation

The Scan Velocity Modulation function automatically enhances the edges between light and dark areas.

Black Level Expansion

The BLACK LEVEL EXPANSION function automatically enhances shadow detail in dark scenes.

Black Side Panel

The BLACK SIDE PANEL function turns the gray side bars on/off when watching 4:3 signals in Standard mode.

The top/bottom gray bar will appear in SPLIT MODE PIP and SPLIT FREEZE.

NOTE:

To maximize the operating life of the television’s picture tubes when watching 4:3 signal, the Black Side Panel is cancelled

at Power OFF. It is recommended to watch 4:3 signal with gray side bar.

AUDIO

Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality.

Audio

Video

Audio

Treble

50%

Audio

Bass

Ch. Manager

Locks

Balance

Sound Enhancement

Advanced Settings

CURSOR

Setup

CURSOR

SEL

Move

Sel

SEL Return

Move

CURSOR

Audio

Treble

Bass

50%

Balance

Sound Enhancement

Advanced Settings

CURSOR

SEL Select

Move

Treble

50%

SEL

Next/Prev

Change Value

Return

Use CURSOR ̆, ̄ to highlight functions.

Press the SELECT button to select the function setting.

Press CURSOR ̇ or ̈ to adjust the function.

Press EXIT to quit MENU, or select Audio to return to the main menu.

NOTE:

If TREBLE is selected you are adjusting treble. The additional menu items Bass and Balance can be selected and

adjusted in the same manner.

This function controls the high frequency audio to all speakers.

This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers.

Treble

Bass

This function will control the left to right balance of the TV internal speakers and the AUDIO TO HI-FI output.

Balance

AUDIO

The following surround settings will reproduce the “live” sound you would hear in concert halls,

Sound Enhancement

sports stadiums, movie theaters, etc. with only two speakers.

Audio

Treble

Bass

Audio

Sound Enhancement

50%

SRS

BBE

Balance

Sound Enhancement

Advanced Settings

SEL Select

CURSOR

Move

SEL Return

Move

To enter SOUND ENHANCEMENT, use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to highlight then press the SELECT button to select SOUND

ENHANCEMENT of your choice.

Press CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to highlight your sound enhancement choice, and press the SELECT button to select your choice.

Based on the principles of the human hearing system, SRS technology delivers and exciting and realistic 3D Sound experience from

just two external 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 enhance a complete

multi-speaker surround sound system.

NOTES:

*SRS and the

symbol are registered trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. SRS technology is incorporated under license

from SRS Labs, Inc.

Technology

Sound reproduction quality enhancement system. The BBE technology produces sound that is natural and crisp from just two speak-

ers (or) the two internal speakers of your HITACHI television. If your HITACHI television is connected to an external audio system,

BBE will also create an incredible crisp sound experience from two speakers and even more complete and accurate reproduction of

the original performance. BBE brings to the listener’s ear a more complete and accurate reproduction of the original performance.

Each voice, speaking or singing, each instrument or sound effect is presented with its attendant harmonics or partials more clearly

audible. The ear can then more easily recognize the unique tonal colors of each sound as though the sound was being produced live.

Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 5510752 and 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trade-

marks of BBE Sound, Inc. Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.

NOTES:

AUDIO

Advanced

Settings

Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV, depending on listening conditions.

Audio

Treble

Audio

50%

Advanced Settings

Bass

Audio Source

Stereo

Mono

2nd Audio Prog.

Balance

Sound Enhancement

Advanced Settings

Internal Speakers

CURSOR

Off

SEL Select

Move

Auto Noise Cancel

Perfect Volume

Loudness

SEL Return

Move

Press CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to highlight a function. Press the SELECT button to select the function setting. When the function has a “▲” in

the box it is ON.

Audio Source

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 mode you select will be displayed at the left edge of the TV. The source received will be displayed above the mode. See example

below for each selection when both stereo and second audio are received (monaural is always received).

STEREO SELECTED

SAP SELECTED

MONO SELECTED

Audio

Selected

Ant A 31

NEWS

10:00 PM

Stereo

ST/SA

Ant A 31

NEWS

10:00 PM

Mono

ST/SA

Ant A 31

NEWS

10:00 PM

SAP

ST/SA

Audio

Broadcast

Internal Speakers

On - Select this feature if using the internal speakers only.

Off - Select this feature 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.

Perfect Volume

This function will automatically adjust volume so each channel has the same average volume level.

Loudness

This function will improve the quality of both low and high frequency sounds when listening at low volume levels.

CHANNEL MANAGER

This function allows you to review which channels are labeled (CH ID), which have been added to Channel Memory

(SCAN), and which are protected by LOCK.

Channel

Manager

Ch. Manager

Ant A

Ant B

Move

Ant A

CH#

Scan

CHID

Lock

Off

--------

SEL Select

CURSOR

Off

SEL Return

Move

Press CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to review more channels.

Press EXIT to quit menu.

Use this feature after Auto Channel Scan is completed to add (On) or skip (Off) additional channels to

the remote control channel ̆ or ̄ buttons.

Scan

Ch. Manager

Ant A

CH#

Scan

Off

CHID

Lock

CH#

Scan

Off

CHID

Lock

--------

[

]

Off

CURSOR

Off

SEL Return

̇/SEL

Return

Move

CURSOR

Ch. Manager

Ant A

Ch. Manager

Ant A

CH#

Scan

CHID

Lock

CH#

Scan

CHID

Lock

[

]

[

Off

Set

--------

]

--------

Off

Set

CURSOR

Move

SEL

Move

SEL

Return

To add (Scan-On) or skip (Scan-Off) additional channels while in Channel Manager, CURSOR ̇ to highlight the channel number, then

CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to highlight other channels. Once the desired channel is highlighted, CURSOR ̈ to scan column, then CURSOR ̆

or ̄ to select ON or OFF.

NOTE:

Lock feature can not be selected or set in CHANNEL MANAGER.

CHANNEL MANAGER

This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. 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 CATV signal source is selected.

Channel ID

Channel Manager

Ant A

Channel Manager

Ant A

CH#

Scan

CHID

Lock

CH#

Scan

CHID

Lock

[

]

[

]

--------

A-------

--------

CURSOR

Off

Edit (A-Z, 0-9, _, -)

SEL Return

Move

Edit (A-Z, 0-9, _, -)

SEL Return

Move

CURSOR

Channel Manager

Ant A

CH#

Scan

CHID

Lock

A-------

--------

[

]

Off

Move

Edit (A-Z, 0-9, _, -)

SEL Return

NOTES: 1. If ANT A and ANT B are in the same ANTENNA/CABLE mode, the CHANNEL ID for both antenna inputs will be the

same.

2. CHANNEL ID will be displayed only when channel is displayed as main picture.

LOCKS

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 time period that you set.

Locks

The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit secret code number. The factory preset code is 0000.

Use the number buttons to select access code.

Video

Audio

Ch. Manager

Please Enter Access Code

Locks

CURSOR

Setup

Move

[ - - - - ]

SEL

Sel

[# Keys] Enter Code

Locks

Change Access Code

Engage Lock

TV Time Lock

Movie Ratings

TV Ratings

Canadian Ratings (Eng)

Canadian Ratings (Frn)

SEL Return

Move

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to highlight function and then press the SELECT button.

To change the access code number, select Change Access Code. Enter a new four digit key number you prefer.

Select CHANGE ACCESS CODE to change factory preset code (0000) to your preference.

When ENGAGE LOCK is selected, SET CHANNEL LOCK, SET INPUT LOCK, and SET FRONT PANEL LOCK can be set individually.

When SET CHANNEL LOCK is turned on, the picture and sound for the chosen channel will be blocked out.

When SET INPUT LOCK is turned on, the picture and sound for all video inputs and the picture and sound for channels 3, 4 will be

blocked out.

When FRONT PANEL LOCK is turned on, all buttons on the Front Panel will be deactivated, except the Power button.

When TV TIME LOCK is turned on (▲ TIME LOCK) you can set the BEGIN and END times (CURSOR ̈) 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), WEEKLY - SUN~WEEKLY - MON (TV will time out one time a week) or OFF (to dis-

able this function).

When MOVIE RATINGS is selected, you can block various types of movies and video tapes based on motion picture ratings. Picture-

in-Picture will also be blocked automatically (see page 45).

When TV RATINGS is selected, various types of television programming based on a parental guide ratings will be blocked.

Picture-in-Picture will also be blocked automatically (see page 46).

Use CANADIAN RATINGS to block various types of movies and television programs based on the two rating systems used in

Canada that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content (see pages 47-48).

If you forget your secret code, use the factory code 7777 to erase your key number. This will reset the secret code number back to the

factory preset 0000.

Press EXIT to quit the menu.

NOTE:

1. If ANT A and ANT B are in the same signal source mode (see page 51), when a channel is locked, it is locked

on both antenna inputs.

2. When using TIME LOCK make sure the clock is set (see page 50).

3. Text appears on the screen to indicate that TV TIMED LOCK is activated.

4. If MOVIE/TV Ratings Lock and Closed Caption settings are ON, PIP SURF mode will be deactivated.

LOCKS

Use MOVIE RATINGS to block from showing any movie you feel might have inappropriate

content.

Movie Ratings

Locks

Change Access Code

Locks

Movie Ratings

Engage Lock

Status

Not Rated:

TV Time Lock

PG:

Movie Ratings

TV Ratings

CURSOR

Canadian Ratings (Eng)

Canadian Ratings (Frn)

PG-13:

SEL Select

Move

NC-17:

SEL Return

Move

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to select the MOVIE RATING category that you want to block.

Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RATING that you have selected. Once rating is selected, for example PG-13, all

movies rated PG-13 and higher (R, NC-17, and X) will be blocked.

Press EXIT to quit menu or select MOVIE RATING to return to the previous menu.

Motion Picture Ratings Chart

General audiences. All ages admit-

ted.

Parental guidance suggested.

Some material may not be suitable

for children.

Parents strongly cautioned. Some

material may be inappropriate for

children under 13.

PG-13

Restricted. Under 17 requires

accompanying parent or adult

guardian.

No one 17 and under admitted.

NC-17

Adults only

Contains no rating. Not Rated

(NR) and Not Applicable (NA) pro-

grams. Movie has not been rated or

ratings do not apply.

NOT RATED (NR)

LOCKS

Use TV RATINGS to block from showing any programs or movies you feel might have

inappropriate content.

TV Ratings

Locks

TV Ratings

Status

Change Access Code

Engage Lock

Sub Rating

TV Time Lock

Movie Ratings

TV-Y:

CURSOR

TV Ratings

TV-Y7:

TV-YG:

TV-PG:

TV-14:

TV-MA:

Canadian Ratings (Eng)

Canadian Ratings (Frn)

SEL Select

Move

SEL Return

Move

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to highlight the category that you want to block.

Press SELECT to block the TV RATING that you have selected.

Press EXIT to quit menu or select TV RATING to return to the previous menu.

TV Parental Guide Ratings Chart

NOTE:

All children. The themes and elements in this

program are specifically designed for a very

young audience, including children from ages

2-6.

If you Block TV-14D, you will still permit

TV-MA programs; If you block TV-14DV,

you will automatically block TV-MAV pro-

grams, but you will still permit TV-MALS

programs. This means that the TV will

block violence in TV-14 and higher (TV-

MA), but not language and sex.

TV-Y

Directed to older children. Themes and ele-

ments in this program may include mild physi-

cal or comedic violence, or may frighten chil-

dren under the age of 7.

TV-Y7

TV-G

General audience. It contains little or no vio-

lence, no strong language, and little or no sex-

ual dialogue or situations.

Parental guidance suggested. The program

may contain infrequent coarse language, limit-

ed violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue

and situations.

TV-PG

Parents strongly cautioned. This program

may contain sophisticated themes, intense

sexual situation, more intense violence and

intensely suggestive dialogue.

TV-14

Mature audiences only. This program may

contain mature themes, indecent language,

graphic violence, and explicit sexual content.

TV-MA

Fantasy Violence

Violence

Sexual Situation

Adult Language

Sexually Suggestive Dialogue.

LOCKS

Use Canadian Ratings (Eng) to block any type of movie and television program in Canada that

you feel might be inappropriate in its content.

Canadian Ratings

(Eng)

Locks

Change Access Code

Locks

Canadian Ratings (Eng)

Status

Engage Lock

TV Time Lock

Movie Ratings

TV Ratings

C8+:

CURSOR

Canadian Ratings (Eng)

PG:

Canadian Ratings (Frn)

14+:

18+:

SEL Select

Move

SEL Return

Move

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to select the CANADIAN RATINGS (Eng) category that you want to block.

Press SELECT to set the CANADIAN RATINGS (Eng) that you have selected. Once rating is selected, for example C8+,

all movies and television programs rated C8+ and higher (G, PG, 14+ and 18+) will be blocked automatically.

Press EXIT to quit menu.

Canadian Ratings English Chart

Programming intended for children under age 8 - Violence Guidelines; Careful

attention is paid to themes, which could threaten children’s sense of security and well-

being. There will be no realistic scenes of violence. Depictions of aggressive behav-

iour will be infrequent and limited to portrayals that are clearly imaginary, comedic or

unrealistic in nature. Other Content Guidelines: There will be no offensive language,

nudity or sexual content.

Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to

watch on their own - Violence Guidelines: Violence will not be portrayed as the pre-

ferred, acceptable, or only way to resolve conflict; or encourage children to imitate dan-

gerous acts which they may see on television. Any realistic depictions of violence will

C8+

be infrequent, discreet, of low intensity and will show the consequences of the acts.

Other Content Guidelines: There will be no profanity, nudity or sexual content.

General Audience - Violence Guidelines: Will contain very little violence, either physi-

cal or verbal or emotional. Will be sensitive to themes which could frighten a younger

child, will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over the effects

of violent acts. Other Content Guidelines: There may be some inoffensive slang, no

profanity and no nudity.

Parental Guidance - Programming intended for a general audience but which may not

be suitable for younger children. Parents may consider some content inappropriate for

unsupervised viewing by children ages 8-13. Violence Guidelines: Depictions of conflict

and/or aggression will be limited and moderate; may include physical, fantasy, or super-

natural violence. Other Content Guidelines: May contain infrequent mild profanity, or

mildly suggestive language. Could also contain brief scenes of nudity.

Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers

under the age of 14 - Parents are strongly cautioned to exercise discretion in permit-

ting viewing by pre-teens and early teens. Violence Guidelines: May contain intense

14+

scenes of violence. Could deal with mature themes and societal issues in a realistic

fashion. Other Content Guidelines: May contain scenes of nudity and/or sexual activity.

There could be frequent use of profanity.

Adult - Violence Guidelines: May contain violence integral to the development of the

plot, character or theme, intended for adult audiences. Other Content Guidlines: May

contain graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and/or sex.

18+

LOCKS

Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various pro-

gram ratings that you feel might be inappropriate in its content.

Canadian Ratings

(Frn)

Locks

Change Access Code

Locks

Canadian Ratings (Frn)

Status

Engage Lock

TV Time Lock

8 ans+:

13 ans+:

16 ans+:

18 ans+:

Movie Ratings

CURSOR

TV Ratings

Canadian Ratings (Eng)

Canadian Ratings (Frn)

SEL Select

Move

SEL Return

Move

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to highlight the category that you want to block.

Press SELECT to set the CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) that you have selected.

Once rating is selected, for example 8 ans+, all movies and television programs rated 8 ans+ and higher will be

automatically blocked.

Press EXIT to quit menu or select CURSOR ̇ to return to the previous menu.

Canadian Ratings French Chart

General - Programming intended for audiences

of all ages. Contains no violence, or the vio-

lence content is minimal or is depicted appropri-

ately with humor or caricature or in an unrealis-

tic manner.

8 + General - Not recommended for young

children - Programming intended for a broad

audience but contains light or occasional

violence that could disturb young children.

Viewing with an adult is therefore recommended

8 ans +

for young children (under the age of 8) who can-

not differentiate between real and imaginary

portrayals.

Programming may not be suitable for chil-

dren under the age of 13 - Contains either a

few violent scenes or one or more sufficiently

13 ans +

violent scenes to affect them. Viewing with an

adult is therefore strongly recommended for chil-

dren under 13.

Programming is not suitable for children

under the age of 16 - Contains frequent scenes

of violence or intense violence.

16 ans +

Programming restricted to adults - Contains

constant violence or scenes of extreme violence.

18 ans +

SETUP

Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR ̆ or ̄ on the remote to highlight the

function desired.

Setup

Video

Setup

Menu Preference

Audio

Set The Clock

Ch. Manager

Locks

Set The Channels

Set The Inputs

Set Event Timer

Set Closed Captions

About Your TV

CURSOR

Setup

CURSOR

SEL

Move

Sel

SEL Return

Move

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to select the sub-menu of your choice.

Menu Preference

This feature will allow you to select any one of three different languages for all on-screen displays.

Setup

Menu Preference

Setup

Menu Preferences

Set The Clock

Set The Language

English

Francais

Español

Set The Channels

Set The Inputs

Set Event Timer

Set Closed Captions

About Your TV

Set The Menu Background

Shaded

CURSOR

Solid

CURSOR

SEL Return

Move

SEL Select

Move

CURSOR

Setup

Menu Preferences

Set The Language

English

Francais

Español

Set The Menu Background

Shaded

Solid

SEL Select

Move

Use CURSOR ̇ , ̈ to highlight the language of your choice.

Press SELECT to select the highlighted language.

Press EXIT to quit menu or select MENU PREFERENCE to return to previous menu.

SETUP

Set The

Menu Background

This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds.

Setup

Menu Preferences

Set The Language

English

Francais

Español

Set The Menu Background

Shaded

Move

Solid

CURSOR

SEL Select

Use CURSOR ̇ , ̈ to highlight SET THE MENU BACKGROUND (shaded or solid), and press the SELECT button to select setting.

Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR ̇ to return to previous menu.

Select SOLID for a black background (no picture can be seen behind menu screen), or select SHADED for a light background.

The time must be adjusted before you can use the “Set Event Timer” or “TV Time Out” features.

Set The Clock

Setup

Menu Preference

Setup

Set The Clock

Set The Channels

Set The Inputs

Set Event Timer

Set Closed Captions

About Your TV

CURSOR

Time : Sun --:-- AM

SEL Select

Move

SEL Return

Move

CURSOR

Setup

Set The Clock

Time : Sun --:-- AM

SEL Return

Move

Set

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to set the time and date.

Press CURSOR ̇ or ̈ to change position.

Press EXIT to quit menu.

SETUP

Set The Channels

Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select Cable if you have cable TV.

Setup

Menu Preference

Set The Clock

Set The Channels

Ant A

Ant B

Set The Channels

Set The Inputs

CURSOR

SEL Return

Move

Set Event Timer

Set Closed Captions

About Your TV

SEL Select

Move

CURSOR

Setup

Set The Channels

Ant A

Source

Antenna

Ant B

Cable(1)

Cable(2)

Start

CURSOR

SEL Select

Move

Auto Channel Scan

SEL Return

Move

CURSOR

Setup

Set The Channels

Ant A

Source

Antenna

Cable(1)

Cable(2)

Start

Auto Channel Scan

SEL Select

Move

NOTE:

If certain CATV channel’s picture are poor or unable to be viewed in Cable (1) mode, select Cable (2).

Use CURSOR ̇ , ̈ to highlight the correct signal mode.

Press the SELECT button to select highlighted signal.

Press EXIT to quit MENU or select ANT A to return to previous menu.

RECEPTION BAND

CATV 1 OR CATV 2

Reception channels for each mode are shown at the left.

CATV CHANNEL

Indicated on

AIR

the screen

2 ~ 13

Refer to your cable or TV guide for channel identification standards.

VHF 2~13

14 ~ 22

95 ~ 99

23 ~ 36

37 ~ 64

Mid band A~1

A-5 ~ A-1

VHF 2 ~ 13ch

UHF 14 ~ 69ch

Super band J~W

Hyper band

W + 1 ~ W + 28

65 ~ 125

Ultraband

W + 29 ~ W + 84

SETUP

This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Scan. This will allow you to skip

unused channels when using CHANNEL UP (̆) or DOWN (̄).

Auto Channel Scan

Setup

Ant A

Setup

Set The Channels

Ant A

Source

Antenna

Source

Antenna

Cable(1)

Cable(2)

Start

Cable(1)

Cable(2)

CURSOR

Auto Channel Scan

Start

SEL Select

Move

SELECT

Setup

Set The Channels

Ant A

Auto Channel Scan

Scanning Channel Number: 66

Cancel

SEL Cancel

If the EXIT button is pressed while AUTO CHANNEL SCAN function is engaged, programming will stop. If two antenna are

connected, switch antenna inputs with the ANT button and repeat AUTO CHANNEL SCAN for the second antenna input.

Remember to select the correct ANTENNA/CABLE mode before using AUTO CHANNEL SCAN.

See CHANNEL MANAGER - SCAN to add or to erase additional channels (see page 42).

SETUP

Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs.

Set The Inputs

Setup

Set The Inputs

Menu Preference

Set The Clock

Set The Channels

Video1 Rename

Video2 Rename

Video2 Auto Link

Video3 Rename

Video4 Rename

Video5 Rename

Set The Inputs

CURSOR

Set Event Timer

Set Closed Captions

About Your TV

CURSOR

SEL Select

Move

SEL Return

Move

CURSOR

Setup

Set The Inputs

Video 1 Rename

List

Video1 Rename

Video2 Rename

Video2 Auto Link

Video3 Rename

Video4 Rename

Video5 Rename

CURSOR

CAM

CBL

DVD

DVD1

DVD2

VCR

VCR1

VCR2

Reset

SAT

STB

SEL Select

Move

SEL Return

Move

Press CURSOR ̆, ̄, ̇, ̈, to highlight the name of the video inputs.

Press the SELECT button to select desired input name.

Select RESET to set video names to original factory preset condition.

SETUP

Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to Video2 when it detects a video signal to

input 2.

Video 2 Auto Link

Setup

Set The Inputs

Video2 Auto Link

Video1 Rename

Video2 Rename

Video2 Auto Link

Video3 Rename

Video4 Rename

Video5 Rename

Auto Input Signal Sensor

Remote Control Sensor

Off

CURSOR

SEL Select

Move

SEL Return

Move

CURSOR

Setup

Set The Inputs

Video2 Auto Link

Auto Input Signal Sensor

Remote Control Sensor

Off

SEL Select

Move

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄, then press the SELECT button to change AUTO LINK setting.

When AUTO INPUT SIGNAL SENSOR is selected, the TV will turn on and tune to Video2 automatically, when the Video2 input device

is turned on. This is convenient when you want to watch a movie with your VCR, laserdisc player, or DVD player.

When REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR is selected, the TV will turn on and switch to Video2 automatically when the Video2 input device

is turned on and the VCR, laserdisc, or DVD 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.

NOTES: 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 CONTROL SENSOR mode, any remote control button will substitute for your video input device

play button. However, intended operation is for use with your VCR, laserdisc, or DVD play button.

3. If no remote control button is pressed after the TV is turned on by AUTO LINK, the TV will automatically turn off after

three hours.

SETUP

This function will automatically turn the Projection TV on and off, one time only, every day, or once a

week.

Set Event Timer

If the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the screen below will appear. The message on the screen will disappear after

3 seconds, then the screen automatically goes to the clock setup mode (see page 50).

Please Set Clock First.

Setup

Menu Preference

Setup

Set Event Timer

Set The Clock

Event 1

Ant A

--:-- AM

Ch --

--:-- AM

Once

--:-- AM

Once

--:-- AM

Once

Set The Channels

Set The Inputs

Set Event Timer

Set Closed Captions

About Your TV

Event 2

Ant A

--:-- AM

Ch --

CURSOR

Event 3

Ant A

--:-- AM

Ch --

SEL Select

Move

SEL Return

Move

CURSOR

Setup

Set Event Timer

Event 1

Ant A

--:-- AM

Once

--:-- AM

Once

--:-- AM

Once

Ch --

Event 2

Ant A

--:-- AM

Ch --

Event 3

Ant A

--:-- AM

Ch --

SEL On/Off

Return

Move

Use CURSOR ̄ to select Event 1, 2 or 3.

Use CURSOR ̈ to change position of On time, Off time, Antenna, Channel, and On/Off Frequency.

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to select the time the TV will turn on and off.

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to select the day of the week you want the timer to turn on TV.

Use number buttons to set the channel the TV will tune to when it automatically turns on.

Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to select mode Once (TV will turn on/off one time only), Daily (TV will turn on/off at the same time every day), or

Weekly-SUN (TV will turn on/off at same time every week).

Press EXIT to quit the menu.

NOTE:

1. The Off Timer will only activate if the TV was turned on by 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 Event Timer is activated, the TV will automatically turn off after three hours.

Therefore, do not Set Event Timer for more than three hours if you do not plan to control your television with the remote

control.

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.

SETUP

Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video

Closed Caption

which are displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as

Setup

Menu Preference

Set The Clock

Set Closed Caption

Caption Display

Off

Auto

Text

Set The Channels

Set The Inputs

Captions

Mode:

Channel:

CURSOR

Captions

Set Event Timer

Set Closed Captions

About Your TV

SEL Return

Move

SEL Select

Move

Caption Display: On/Off will turn the

display on or off.

display on when Mute/Soft Mute is on.

Auto will turn the

Caption Mode: Captions 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:

1 is used for the primary language (usually English).

2 is sometimes used for a second language (may vary by region).

3 is sometimes used for a third language (may vary by region).

4 is sometimes used for a fourth language (may vary by region).

Use CURSOR ̆, ̄ to highlight the function to change then press the SELECT button to change the function.

Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR ̇ to return to previous menu.

NOTE:

1. CAPTION DISPLAY will not work when viewing a 480p, 720p, or 1080i input via the COMPONENT:Y-P P inputs.

B R

2. When PIP Surf is on, Closed Caption will not work.

The TV model name and set dimensions will be displayed on the TV screen. The set dimensions of each TV

model are listed on page 60.

About Your TV

Setup

Menu Preference

Setup

About Your TV

Set The Clock

Model:

Set The Channels

Set The Inputs

Set Event Timer

Set Closed Captions

About Your TV

Dimensions (Inches) (mm)

CURSOR

Height:

Width:

Depth:

- / -

SEL Select

Move

SEL Return

Move

CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION

AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL

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 Television.

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. Do not use an old battery with a new battery.

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.

• 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

SYMPTOMS

No Picture, no sound

Sound OK, picture poor

Picture OK, sound poor

Picture blurred

Lines or streaks in picture

Poor reception on some channels

Picture rolls vertically

No color

Poor color

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 press the power switch again.

3. If there is still no power, unplug the power cord from the wall. Wait 30 seconds and plug the power cord back in.

Press the power switch again.

This protective technology should provide for years of lasting entertainment from your HITACHI Projection Television.

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Features:

•

Superfine Picture Quality

1280 Line Horizontal Resolution

•

Remote (Controls many VCRs, DVD players, cable boxes, and satellite boxes.)

New Easy-to-Use (3-Language) On-Screen Menu

Full Set of Input Jacks, including S-VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO:Y-P_B/P_R

Velocity Modulation

Six Aspect Modes

Closed Caption Decoder

2-Tuner Picture in Picture

Magic Focus (Auto Digital Convergence and Manual Adjustment)

Dual Antenna Inputs

Video Input Sensor

3 Dimensional Y/C Comb Filter

Full 1080i HDTV capable when used with a Set-Top Box.

High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection V1.0 Compatible.

•

Technology.

*Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 5510752 and 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered

trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.

•

Technology.

*SRS and the

SRS Labs, Inc.

symbol are registered trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. SRS technology is incorporated under license from

Inputs:

Dimensions:

•

Power Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AC 120V, 60Hz

51F500

51G500

57F500

57G500

46F500

•

Stand-by Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.3W

Power Consumption

- Refer to rear panel at the back of the T.V.

Antenna input impedance . . . . . . . . .75 Ohm

Channel coverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181ch.

VHF-Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 ~ 13

UHF-Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ~ 69

CATV Mid Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-5 ~ A-1

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-I

•

Height (in.)

(mm)

39 13/16

1,011.0

50 1/4

1,275.0

54 3/16

1,376.2

•

Width (in.)

(mm)

44 7/16

1,128.0

48 3/4

1,239.0

1,372.0

Depth (in.)

(mm)

24 1/2

622.0

25 1/16

636.0

25 8/16

647.9

Weight (lbs.)

160

245

273

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

•

Component Video

Luminance (Y) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm

Chrominance (P /P ) . . . . . . . . .0.7Vp-p, 75 Ohm

Audio input Impedence . . . . . . . . . .47k Ohm

•

Average input level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470mVrms

DVI-HDTV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DVI 25 pin

NOTE:

Due to improvements, specifications in this oper-

ating guide are subject to change without notice.

Outputs:

•

Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.0Vp-p. 75 Ohm

Audio (Fixed) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .470mVrms, 1k Ohm

USEFUL INFO

To locate an authorized

HITACHI service facility

in the continental U.S.A.

and Canada,

DIAL TOLL FREE

7 days a week, 24 hours a day

(1-800-448-2244)

Hitachi America, LTD.

Home Electronics Division

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 America, LTD.

Home Electronics Division

1855 Dornoch Court

San Diego, CA 92154

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Hitachi Canada, LTD.

Digital Media Division

Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please

contact:

In Canada:

1-800-HITACHI

(1-800-448-2244)

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INDEX

Accessories, 4

Input Setup, 53 - 54

Remote Control

Antennas (Connecting), 5, 6

Aspect Ratio, 23

Audio (Sound Enhancement)

SRS, 40

Functions, 20 - 31

Programming Codes, 28 - 31

Installing Batteries, 4

BBE, 40

Language

Audio Settings, 39 - 41

Audio Source, 41

Auto Color, 38

Menu Language, 49

Locks

Change Access Code, 44

Channel Lock, 44

Input Lock, 44

Front Panel Lock, 44

TV Time Lock, 44

Movie Ratings, 45

TV Ratings, 46

Scan Velocity Modulation, 38

Sharpness, 35

Sound Enhancement, 40

Speakers, 41

Auto Noise Cancel, 41

Connecting External Speakers, 5, 13

Balance, 39

Bass, 39

TV Ratings

(Canadian - English), 47

TV Ratings

Black Level Expansion, 38

Black Side Panel, 38

Brightness, 35

Time, 50

Tint, 35

Treble, 39

(Canadian - French), 48

Loudness, 41

Channel Manager, 42 - 43

Channel Setup, 51

Auto Channel Scan, 52

Clock

Magic Focus

Vertical Position, 35

Video Settings, 34 - 38

Auto Convergence, 7, 36

Manual Convergence, 37

Menu Preference

Language, 49

Time, 50

Closed Captions

Captions, 56

Background, 49

Color System, 38

Color Temperature, 38

Color, 35

Monitor Out, 9

Contrast, 35

Convergence (see Magic Focus)

Noise Reduction, 38

Dimmer, 38

Perfect Volume, 41

Picture Mode, 34

Picture-in-Picture (PIP), 25 - 27

Picture-outside-Picture (POP), 25

Event Timer, 55

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