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Page 2 - IMPORTANT; CAUTION; CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,; POWER SOURCE; or

IMPORTANT 2 SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI televisions. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this sec-tion...

Page 3 - Read before operating equipment; Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television.

IMPORTANT 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.7. Do not block any...

Page 4 - ACCESSORIES; REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT; PART NAME; REMOTE CONTROL

ACCESSORIES 4 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-4321UG (Part No. HL01831).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 th...

Page 5 - HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV; ANTENNA; BEST

HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV 5 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. S S L R 4' MINIM...

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

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 7 INPUT 5 S-VIDEO VIDEO -AUDIO- L/MONO R EXIT INPUT SELECT MENU MAGIC FOCUS VOL- VOL+ CH- CH+ POWER PULL 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 S...

Page 8 - FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS

FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS 8 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 9 - REAR PANEL JACKS

REAR PANEL JACKS 9 Antenna Input/OutputThe remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and ANT B. ANT A input canbe displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as asub-picture.) The...

Page 10 - 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.

REAR PANEL JACKS 10 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 11 - REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS; Connect only 1 component to each input jack.; Stereo System Amplifier; DVD Player; TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 11 NOTE: 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 television. P B P R P B P R Outside ...

Page 12 - TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

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

Page 13 - CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES; the sound using the remote control of the TV set.; REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION

13 CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below. 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...

Page 14 - CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES; INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER

14 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 isdependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner’s manual of each component for the location of video andaudio in...

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

15 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES 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.; Press ANT button to return to the previous channel.

18 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES 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 at right. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the HD...

Page 20 - THE REMOTE CONTROL; TV OR VCR/DVD BUTTONS

20 THE REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate differenttypes of VCRs, CBL (Cable TV) converters, satellite receiver, DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch. Basicoperation keys are ...

Page 21 - HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV

21 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV POWER buttonPress this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttonsSee separate section on pages 25, 26 and 27 for description. VIDEO buttonPress this button to directly access the VIDEO adjustment menu. SEL...

Page 22 - TAKA; ) button until you obtain the desired sound level.; MUTE

22 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV CHANNEL selector buttonsCHANNEL 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 youwish to tune then wait...

Page 24 - YP

24 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV VIRTUAL HD buttonPress this button to toggle between 1080i and 540p. INFO buttonPress this button when you want to check the channel being received, the picture source, if the channel has stereo (ST) or secondaudio program (SAP), the time and CHANNEL ID. E...

Page 25 - Only Sound from the main picture can be heard.; Main Picture

25 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, V:4, or V:5). PIP buttonPress...

Page 26 - SPLIT

PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) 26 SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub-picture evenly on the screen. 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, Pressthe P...

Page 28 - USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS; Operating the precoded function for your VCR.

28 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 cont...

Page 29 - Operating the precoded function for your cable/satellite box.; Aim the remote control at the front of your cable/satellite box.

29 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 30 - Operating the precoded function for your DVD player.; MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS:

30 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 31 for pre-codes) 1. Turn ON your DVD pl...

Page 34 - P i c t u r e M o d e; NOTE: MOVIE MODE 3:2 PULLDOWN DETECTION SPECIAL FEATURE

VIDEO 34 Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. Video 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%,SURROUN...

Page 36 - You may also select Magic Focus from the VIDEO menu.

VIDEO 36 Magic Focus MAGIC FOCUS MAGIC FOCUS Auto Digital Convergence AdjustmentPlease 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 ...

Page 37 - Manual Convergence Adjustment Mode; to match the RED and BLUE colors to GREEN; DONE; Adjustment Point

VIDEO 37 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....

Page 38 - Use CURSOR; Color System

VIDEO 38 Your HITACHI Projection TV has an ADVANCED SETTINGS function which will automatically adjust picturesettings to produce the highest quality picture possible.When ADVANCED SETTINGS is highlighted, press SELECT or CURSOR to access an ADVANCEDSETTINGS feature. Use CURSOR , to highlight functio...

Page 39 - AUDIO; Bass

AUDIO 39 Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. Audio Setup Locks Ch. Manager Audio Video Move SEL Sel Next/Prev Change Value Return SEL Sound Enhancement Balance Bass Treble Audio Move SEL Return 50% 50% Sound Enhancement Balance Bass Treble Audio Move SE...

Page 40 - Technology

AUDIO 40 Sound Enhancement The following surround settings will reproduce the “live” sound you would hear in concer t halls,spor ts stadiums, movie theaters, etc. with only two speakers. Audio Move SEL Return Sound Enhancement Sound Enhancement Balance Bass Treble Audio 50% 50% SRS BBE Advanced Sett...

Page 41 - Press CURSOR

AUDIO 41 Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV, depending on listening conditions. Audio SourceMulti-Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural sound) used when receiving aweak stereo broadcast or SAP (second audio progra...

Page 42 - CHANNEL MANAGER; Scan

CHANNEL MANAGER 42 Press CURSOR or to review more channels. Press EXIT to quit menu. Ch. Manager Move SEL Return Ant A Ant B Ant A Ch. Manager CH# Scan CH ID Lock 2 Off -------- 3 Off -------- 4 Off -------- 5 Off -------- 6 Off -------- 7 Off -------- 8 Off -------- 9 Off -------- Move SEL Select C...

Page 43 - Channel ID

CHANNEL MANAGER 43 This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. Usethis feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60channels a name when CATV signal source is selected. NOTES: 1. If ANT A and ANT B are...

Page 44 - LOCKS

LOCKS 44 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 45 - Adults only; PG; Motion Picture Ratings Chart

LOCKS 45 Use MOVIE RATINGS to block from showing any movie you feel might have inappropriate content. 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, allmovies rated P...

Page 46 - FV; If you Block TV-14D, you will still permit

LOCKS 46 TV Ratings Locks Move SEL Return TV Ratings Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Status TV Ratings Move SEL Select Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) TV-Y: TV-Y7: TV-YG: TV-PG: TV-14: TV-MA: Sub Rating D L S V FV MENU CURSOR CURSOR TV Parental Guide Rat...

Page 47 - Canadian Ratings; Canadian Ratings English Chart

LOCKS 47 Canadian Ratings (Eng) Locks Move SEL Return Canadian Ratings (Eng) Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Status TV Ratings Move SEL Select Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) C: C8+: G: PG: 14+: 18+: MENU CURSOR CURSOR Canadian Ratings English Chart Use ...

Page 48 - Canadian Ratings French Chart

LOCKS 48 Canadian Ratings (Frn) Locks Move SEL Return Canadian Ratings (Frn) Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Status TV Ratings Move SEL Select Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) G: 8 ans+: 13 ans+: 16 ans+: 18 ans+: MENU CURSOR CURSOR Canadian Ratings Frenc...

Page 49 - SETUP; Menu Preference

SETUP 49 Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR 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 CURSOR , to highlight the language of your choice. Press SEL...

Page 50 - Set The

SETUP 50 The time must be adjusted before you can use the “Set Event Timer” or “TV Time Out” features. Use CURSOR or to set the time and date. Press CURSOR or to change position. Press EXIT to quit menu. Set The Clock Set The Channels Set The Clock Menu Preference Setup Set The Inputs Move SEL Selec...

Page 51 - RECEPTION BAND

SETUP 51 Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select Cable if you have cable TV. 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 channels for...

Page 52 - If two antenna are; Auto Channel Scan

SETUP 52 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 antenna are connected, sw...

Page 53 - Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs.

SETUP 53 Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs. 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. Set The Inputs Setup Move SEL Return S...

Page 54 - Video 2 Auto Link

SETUP 54 Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to Video2 when it detects a video signal to input 2. 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...

Page 56 - Auto will turn the; Closed Caption; About Your TV

SETUP 56 Caption Display: On/Off will turn the display on or off. Auto will turn the display on when Mute/Soft Mute is on. 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 entirescree...

Page 57 - DO; Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth.; DO NOT; Do not touch the screen too often.

57 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 dr y with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used ifthe screen is extremely dir ty. Place your Television away from extreme heat, h...

Page 58 - Reception Problems

58 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 59 - USEFUL INFO; Press the power switch again.; SYMPTOMS; CHECK THESE ITEMS

USEFUL INFO 59 HITACHI Projection Television 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. Pre...

Page 61 - Home Electronics Division; DIAL TOLL FREE; days a week, 24 hours a day

USEFUL INFO 61 Hitachi America, LTD. Home Electronics Division 1855 Dornoch Court San Diego, CA 92154 Hitachi America, LTD.Home Electronics Division Hitachi has made ever y effor t to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you require ser vice,a network of Hitachi...

Page 62 - pour obenir votre copie.; Mississauga, ON L5N 2L8

USEFUL INFO 62 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 63 - NOTES