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Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television.; CAUTION; CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,; POWER SOURCE; or

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI televisions. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operat...

Page 3 - Read before operating equipment

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 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.5. Do not use this apparatus near water.6. Clean only with a dry cloth....

Page 4 - ACCESSORIES; REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT; BOTTOM VIEW; FIRST TIME USE; in instability causing possible injury.

ACCESSORIES 4 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-5729TSI (Part No. HL01829).2. Two “AA” size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit).3. Two IR Mouse Cables (Part No. EY01641). REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing the notched part of...

Page 5 - HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD REAR PTV; ANTENNA; not be considered defective.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD REAR PTV 5 ANTENNA Unless your LCD Rear PTV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor TV antenna isrecommended for best performance. However, if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interf...

Page 6 - HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS; ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL

HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS 6 ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV)When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor antenna or CATVcoaxial cable to the ANT A (75-Ohm) terminal. If you have a second antenna orcable TV system, connect the coaxial ca...

Page 7 - FRONT PANEL CONTROLS; PHOTO MC; Tested Sample; Memory Card

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 7 INPUT 5 S-VIDEO EXIT INPUT SELECT MENU VOL- VOL+ CH- CH+ VIDEO AUDIO L/MONO R PHOTO MC PUSH PUSH MENU/SELECT buttonThis button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote. Thisbutton also serves as the SELECT ...

Page 9 - FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS

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

Page 10 - REAR PANEL JACKS

10 REAR PANEL JACKS Antenna Input/OutputANT A- A 75-Ohm RF antenna or CATV (Cable TV) input. ANT A can be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture.ANT B- A 75-Ohm RF antenna or CATV (Cable TV) input. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture. TO CONV...

Page 11 - Inputs; Inputs 1 and 2 provide Y-P; the components R-Y output to the TV’s PR input.; on the screen in its digital form.

11 REAR PANEL JACKS Component: Y-P B P R Inputs Inputs 1 and 2 provide Y-P B P R jacks 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 sa...

Page 12 - REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS; Connect only 1 component to each input jack.; TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP

12 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS NOTES: 1. 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. 4. Cables are not included with the purchase of this TV, except when noted as “provided”...

Page 13 - TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS; and the components R-Y output to the TV’s PR input.

13 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), con...

Page 14 - CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES; the sound using the remote control of the TV set.; REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION

14 CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the TV remote control, connect the system as shown below. NOTES: 1. To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound using...

Page 15 - CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES; CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT2~INPUT5; Press the ANT button to return to the previous channel.

15 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT2~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 t...

Page 18 - CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH DVI-HDTV CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1; played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

18 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH DVI-HDTV CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1 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 below. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the HDTV s...

Page 19 - DVD Player

19 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE TO INPUT 1 OR 2: Y-PBPR. 1. 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 TVset below. 2. Connect the cable from the CB/PB OUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD ...

Page 20 - CONNECTING AV NETWORK; Press the A/V NET button on the remote control. Use THUMB STICK

20 CONNECTING AV NETWORK Your Hitachi LCD TV is equipped with an AV Network feature. This feature helps to control your external Audio/Video equipment(VCR, Set Top Box, DVD, etc.). Once this is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to control your equipment using your HitachiTV Remote Control. Yo...

Page 21 - AV NETWORK SETUP WIZARD; There are six steps in the setup procedure (DVD setup example below).; Enter “9999” to uninstall the equipment from your AV Network.; Use THUMBSTICK

21 AV NETWORK SETUP WIZARD There are six steps in the setup procedure (DVD setup example below). 5. Follow the steps below to setup your AV network (See page 22 for AV Network Codes). 6. Enter “9999” to uninstall the equipment from your AV Network. 7. See Remote Control A/V NET button usage on page ...

Page 23 - on the remote to light up the buttons shown in; THE REMOTE CONTROL

23 THE REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI LCD Rear PTV, the new remote control is designed to operate differ-ent types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver, DVD players, and other audio equipment with onetouch. Basic operation ...

Page 25 - Stereo; ANT

25 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TOCONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV C.C. buttonPress this button to quickly turn the Closed Caption feature on, off and auto. You can also access this feature on the Setup menu(see page 68). PVR (Personal Video Recorder) buttonWhen pressed, this button will blink to indicate the rem...

Page 27 - P h o t o M C; LED Light and OSD Indicator

27 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TOCONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV P h o t o M C The Photo MC feature is useful for viewing digital still pictures from your digital camera using a memory card and displaying them onthe TV screen. Insert Photo MC (memory card) to be viewed to a PC Card adapter. Insert the loaded PC...

Page 31 - Use this aspect mode to zoom 16:9 images.

31 ASPECT buttonPress 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)...

Page 32 - HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO

32 VIDEO buttonPress this button to directly access the VIDEO adjustment menu. MENU buttonThe MENU button will start the On-Screen Display. EXIT buttonWhen in MENU mode, this button will exit all On-Screen Displays. THUMB STICK/SELECT buttonAll the On-Screen Display features can be set or adjusted b...

Page 33 - TAKA; Closed Caption will not appear when PIP SURF mode is on.

33 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV LAST CHANNEL (LAST CH) buttonUse this button to select between the last two channels viewed (Good for watching two sporting events, etc.). PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttonsSee separate section on pages 34~36 for a description. SURF buttonPress the SURF ...

Page 34 - Only sound from the main picture can be heard.; Main Picture

34 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) 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 (AntA, V:1, V:2, V:3, or V...

Page 35 - SPLIT; NOTE: PIP modes will depend on the type of signal format

35 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub-picture evenly on the screen. SWAP button (with PIP ON)Press this button to toggle between the Main and Sub picture which is highlighted with a green border around the picture. Picturesound and...

Page 37 - USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS; Operating the precoded function for your VCR.

37 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 43 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your VCR. 2. Aim the remote cont...

Page 38 - USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS; Operating the precoded function for your cable box.; Turn ON your cable box.; MY CABLE BOX CODE IS:

38 USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your cable box. This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes. You must first program the remote to match the remote system ofyour cable box (refer to page 43). 1. Turn ON your cable box. 2. Ai...

Page 40 - USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL DVD FUNCTIONS; Operating the precoded function for your DVD player.; MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS:

40 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 ofyour DVD player (refer to page 43 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your DVD pl...

Page 41 - USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL PVR FUNCTIONS

41 USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL PVR FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your PVR (Personal Video Recorder). This remote is designed to operate different types of PVRs. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your PVR(refer to page 43 for pre-codes). 1. Turn ON your P...

Page 42 - Operating the precoded function for your Audio component.; MY AUDIO EQUIPMENT CODE IS:

42 USING YOUR REMOTE TO CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT Operating the precoded function for your Audio component. This remote is designed to operate different types of Audio component. You must first program the remote to match the remote systemof your Audio component (refer to page 43 for pre-co...

Page 46 - Use THUMB STICK; P i c t u r e M o d e

VIDEO 46 Select Video to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. You can customize each of the Video Inputs toyour preference to increase viewing performance and pleasure depending upon the video program being viewed. IfRESET is selected, only the selected mode will reset to initial con...

Page 48 - Reset Video; C o l o r M a n a g e m e n t; Press THUMBSTICK

VIDEO 48 This function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and return it to the Day or Nightconditions depending on the selected Video mode. Use THUMB STICK to highlight functions.Press down on THUMB STICK to select Reset Video Settings. Use THUMBSTICK to access other vi...

Page 49 - C o l o r D e c o d i n g; Auto Color

VIDEO 49 Use this function to adjust the percentage of Red, Green and Color according to the user’s preference.Use Tint to adjust flesh tones so they appear natural. C o l o r D e c o d i n g THUMB STICK Color Decoding Video Move SEL Return Red 50% Green 50% Color 50% Tint Noise Reduction Auto Color...

Page 50 - AUDIO

AUDIO 50 Select Audio to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. Audio MENU THUMB STICK SELECT Sound Enhancement Balance Bass Treble Audio Move SEL Return Internal Speakers Audio Source Loudness Auto Noise Cancel 50% Off On Locks Chan. Manager Aspect Audio Video Move SEL S...

Page 51 - Sound Enhancement; To enter Sound Enhancement, use THUMB STICK; Technology

AUDIO 51 Sound Enhancement The following surround settings will reproduce the “live” sound you would hear in concert halls,sports stadiums, movie theaters, etc. with only two channels. To enter Sound Enhancement, use THUMB STICK or to highlight then press down on THUMB STICK to select Sound Enhancem...

Page 52 - ASPECT MODE; Aspect Mode

ASPECT MODE 52 Aspect Mode Auto AspectAutomatically adjust the Aspect Ratio depending on the input signal to fill the screen. Press THUMB STICK , , to select menu item. Press down on THUMBSTICK to select. A “ ” in the box indicates that the feature is ON. Vertical PositionThis function allows you to...

Page 53 - CHANNEL MANAGER; RECEPTION BAND

CHANNEL MANAGER 53 Select Antenna if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select Cable if you have cable TV. Use THUMB STICK , to highlight the correct Channel Source. Press the THUMB STICK to select highlighted source. Press EXIT to quit the MENU. Reception channels for each mode are shown a...

Page 54 - Auto Channel Scan

CHANNEL MANAGER 54 This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Scan. This will allow you to skipunused channels when using CHANNEL UP ( ) or DOWN ( ). If the EXIT button is pressed while Auto Channel Scan function is engaged, programming will stop. If two antennas are co...

Page 55 - Channel; Scan

CHANNEL MANAGER 55 Press THUMB STICK or to review more channels. Press EXIT to quit the menu. THUMB STICK SELECT Move SEL Return Ch# Scan CH ID Lock 2 Off -------- 3 Off -------- 4 Off -------- 5 Off -------- 6 Off -------- 7 Off -------- 8 Off -------- 9 Off -------- Chan. Manager Channel List Move...

Page 56 - Channel ID will not be displayed when PIP is ON.; Channel ID

CHANNEL MANAGER 56 This section contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. Use thisfeature to give up to 20 channels a name when Antenna signal source is selected and up to 60 channelsa name when Cable TV signal source is selected. NOTES: 1. If Ant A and Ant B a...

Page 57 - LOCKS

LOCKS 57 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. The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit secret code number. The factory preset code is 0000.Us...

Page 58 - Adults only; PG; Motion Picture Ratings Chart

LOCKS 58 Use Movie Ratings to block from showing any movie you feel might have inappropriate content. Use THUMB STICK 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, allmovies ra...

Page 59 - FV; If you Block TV-14D, you will still permit

LOCKS 59 TV Ratings THUMB STICK SELECT Move SEL Return Status TV-Y: TV-Y7: TV-G: TV-PG: TV-14: TV-MA: MENU THUMB STICK Sub Category D L S V FV Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select Canadian Ratings (Frn) Canadian Ratings (Eng) TV Ratings TV Ratings Locks TV ...

Page 60 - Canadian Ratings; Canadian Ratings English Chart

LOCKS 60 Canadian Ratings (Eng) THUMB STICK SELECT Move SEL Return Status C: C8+: G: PG: 14+: 18+: MENU THUMB STICK Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select Canadian Ratings (Frn) Canadian Ratings (Eng) TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Locks Canadian Ratings E...

Page 61 - Canadian Ratings French Chart

LOCKS 61 Canadian Ratings (Frn) THUMB STICK SELECT Move SEL Return Status G: 8 ans+: 13 ans+: 16 ans+: 18 ans+: MENU THUMB STICK Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select Canadian Ratings (Frn) Canadian Ratings (Eng) TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Frn) Locks Canad...

Page 62 - SETUP; Menu Preference; Setup

SETUP 62 Select Setup when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the THUMB STICK or on the remote to highlight the function desired. This feature will allow you to select any one of three different languages for all on-screen displays. Use THUMB STICK , to highlight the language of your choice....

Page 63 - Set The; Screen Saver Picture’s Movement

SETUP 63 This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds. Use THUMB STICK , to highlight Set The Menu Background (shaded or solid), and press down on THUMB STICK to select setting.Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu. Select Solid for a black background (no ...

Page 65 - Video 2 Auto Link

SETUP 65 Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs. Press THUMB STICK , , , , to highlight the name of the video inputs. Press down on THUMB STICK to select desired input name. Select Reset to set video names to original factory preset condition. Set The Inputs THUMB STICK SELE...

Page 66 - Set The Color

SETUP 66 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Set The Color System Set Black Side Panel This function allows you to automatically change tint and color coordinates for DTV programs.HDTV - High Definition Television - Use for High Vision Signal Y-P B P R from HDTV Set-Top Box. SDTV/DVD - Standard Definition Television...

Page 68 - Closed Caption; Auto will turn the

SETUP 68 Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home videowhich are displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as or . Closed Caption THUMB STICK SELECT Move SEL Return Caption DisplayOff On Auto Analog Caption...

Page 69 - LAMP REPLACEMENT; Lamp Replacement; Do not place any foreign objects inside the lamp compartment.; Install the lamp cover correctly, otherwise power will not come on.; LAMP

69 LAMP REPLACEMENT Lamp Replacement After extended use, if the TV picture turns dark, the color looks unusual or LAMP INDICATOR lightturns on, then it is time to replace the lamp with a new lamp. Lamp Life The lamp life may vary based on usage of the LCD Rear PTV. Turning on and off frequently mays...

Page 70 - POWER; LAMP COMPARTMENT

70 LAMP REPLACEMENT LAMP REPLACEMENT 120V PUSH POWER FRONT COVER 1. Turn off the main power switch and unplug the power cord. Wait at least 30 minutes to allow the lamp to cool down before replacing it. NOTE: THE LAMP IS VERY HOT AND MAY CAUSE FIRE OR SEVERE BURNS. WAIT AT LEAST 30~45MINUTES TO ALLO...

Page 71 - Push the lamp unit back to its original position.

71 LAMP REPLACEMENT SCREW LAMP COVER PHILLIP HEAD SCREW DRIVER 3. Remove the screw securing the lamp cover with a Phillips head screw driver as shown. Remove the lamp cover. HANDLE REMOVE SCREWS HANDLE LAMP UNIT 4. Remove the two screws that hold the lamp in place. Remove the lamp unit by holding th...

Page 72 - Plug power cord into AC outlet and turn on the main power switch.

72 LAMP REPLACEMENT 6. Without installing the lamp cover, the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 8). Be sure to install the lampcover by re-engaging the two clips and tighten the screws before turning the power on, otherwise it may cause unusual colors. SCREW LAMP COVER PH...

Page 73 - DO; Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth.; DO NOT; Do not touch the screen too often.

73 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TELEVISIONAND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used ifthe screen is extremely dirty. Place your Television away from extreme heat, hum...

Page 74 - RECEPTION PROBLEMS

74 RECEPTION PROBLEMS • IGNITION NOISE:Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift.Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neonlamps, electrical drills, and other electrical appliances. • GHOSTS:Ghosts are caused by the television signal follow...

Page 75 - USEFUL INFO; Press the power switch again.; SYMPTOMS; CHECK THESE ITEMS

USEFUL INFO 75 HITACHI Liquid Crystal Display incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect againstcomponent 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. Pr...

Page 77 - DIAL TOLL FREE; days a week, 24 hours a day; Home Electronics Division

USEFUL INFO 77 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...

Page 78 - pour obenir votre copie.; Mississauga, ON L5N 2L8

USEFUL INFO 78 In Canada: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) Monday - Friday EST 9:00am - 7:00pm Saturday EST 9:00am - 5:00pm Hitachi Canada, LTD.Digital Media Division Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please contact: Look for your French Man...

Page 79 - INDEX

79 INDEX INDEX Clock Time, 64 A Date, 64 Closed Captions Accessories, 4 Analog Captions, 68 Antennas (Connecting), 5, 6 Color System, 66 Aspect Ratio, 31 Color Temperature, 47 Audio (Sound Enhancement) Color, 47 SRS, 51 Contrast, 47 BBE, 51 Audio Settings, 50 - 51 D Audio Source, 50 DVI-HDTV, 11, 12...

Page 81 - NOTES