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AUDIO FOR 35TX10B ... 82 SURROUND... 82 AUDIO FOR 35UX60B... 84 SURROUND... 84 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI COLOR TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL ... 87 RECEPTION PROBLEMS... 88 CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE... 90 SPECIFICATIONS ... 91 NOTES ... 93...
IMPORTANT IMPORTANT Your new HITACHI COLOR TV incorporates a host of features designed to give you excellent performance if you follow the instructions in this manual. We recommend that you read the following instructions and "IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS" notice before turning on your TV set for the first time. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television receiver.
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If the set does not operate properly, unplug the set and call your dealer or service shop. HITACHI's 35UX60B employ state-of-the-art computer circuits to enhance picture performance. Should your color TV become unplugged from the AC wall outlet or lose AC power due to a local power failure, please wait at least 30 seconds following return of power before turning on your TV.
HITACHI television receiver. Please fill out your warranty card at once and mail it to HITACHI. This will enable HITACHI to notify you promptly in the improbable event that a safety problem should be discovered in your model of product.
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SAFETY TIPS 4 Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place the TV where the power cord is subject to traffic or abuse. This may result in a shock or fire hazard. 5 Do not attempt to service this television set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
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SAFETY TIPS 11-1 Do not place this television set on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The television set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the television set.
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SAFETY TIPS • Never block the bottom ventilation slots of the set by placing it on a bed, sofa, rug, etc. • Never place the set near or over a radiator or heat register. • Never place the set in a "built-in" enclosure, unless proper ventilation provided. PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET 16-1 If an outside antenna is connected to the television set, be sure the antenna system is protected against voltage surges and built up static charges, Section 810 of the National...
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SAFETY TIPS OPERATION OF YOUR SET 19 This television set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your television dealer or local power company.
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SAFETY TIPS FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION 25 Do not use attachments not recommended by the television set manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 26 When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part.
(non-moving) patterns can cause permanent damage to color television receivers. Such "PATTERN BURNS" constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your Hitachi Factory Warranty. When using the Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should not be left permanently in one corner of the screen or a "pattern burn"...
For information regarding how to obtain these accessories, please call TOLL FREE 1- 800-448-2244 for your nearest HITACHI Authorized Parts Distributor in the continental United States. For Alaska and Hawaii, please contact your nearest HITACHI Regional office Chart of Remotes and Television Stand CAUTION: The television stand model SP350G is designed for use only with HITACHI TV models 35UX60B and 35TX10B.
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. Open the battery cover of the remote transmitter by pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers. 2. Insert new "AA" size (SUM-3) batteries or equivalent for the Genius Remote. When replacing old batteries, push them towards the springs and lift them out.
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REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 3. To operate your TV, point the Remote transmitter at the remote sensor of the TV.
VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Color Television is its viewing screen. To see this screen at its best, test various locations in the room to find the best spot for viewing.
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI COLOR TV CAUTION: The magnetic field of external speakers may cause the TV picture to distort if the speakers are placed too close to the television. Move the speakers away from the TV until there is no picture distortion.
HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS 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.
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HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL FOR 35UX60B VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV(cable TV) When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor antenna or CATV coaxial cable to the VHF/UHF 75-Ohm terminal. If you have a second antenna or cable TV system, connect the coaxial cable to the AUX terminal.
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HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS receptacle 2. VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna, disconnect the (VHF or UHF) indoor antenna leads from screws of the (VHF or UHF) adapter, and connect outdoor (VHF or UHF) antenna leads to these screws of a (VHF or UHF) adapter. 3.
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FOR 35UX60B FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FOR 35UX60B Front View Illustration AVX (Audio/Video) selector Press this button to select the current antenna source, or VIDEO: 1, 2 or 3. Your selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen. VOLUME level Press these buttons for your desired sound level.
Press this button to turn the TV on or off. NOTE: Your HITACHI TV will appear to be turned "OFF" If there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2 or 3 is selected. Press AVX until it returns to the same Video, if not Power is "OFF".
FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in the following examples: Front Panel Jacks Examples NOTE: Completely insert the connections cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the played back picture may be abnormal.
REAR PANEL JACKS FOR 35UX60B REAR PANEL JACKS FOR 35UX60B Rear Panel Jacks - 35UX60B Antenna Inputs/Output The "ANT" button on the Genius Remote Control allows you to switch between two separate 75-ohm RF antenna inputs, Main (VHF/UHF) and Auxiliary (AUX). The antenna output labeled "To converter"...
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REAR PANEL JACKS FOR 35UX60B NOTE: Model 35TX10B has only one antenna input, no external speaker output connection and no Audio/Video output jacks. NOTE: DOLBY SURROUND SPEAKER connection is used for Dolby surround. There is always a signal coming out from this connection. INT/EXT SPEAKER connection is connected in parallel with the factory built in speaker.
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS FOR 35UX60B REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS FOR 35UX60B Rear Panel Connections - 35UX60B Typical full feature set-up. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. NOTE: The Dolby speaker output connection is for Dolby Surround. This is always "ON" wether the Int/Ext Speaker output is "ON"...
EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote transmitter, connect the system as shown below in Fig. 1 FIG. 1 NOTE: To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound level using the volume control on the remote transmitter of the TV set.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the Video Cassette Recorder, Video Disc Player and Video Camera 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 its video and audio inputs and outputs.
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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING STEREO VCR OR STEREO VIDEO DISC PLAYER 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the Video Disc Player to the "INPUT (VIDEO)" jack on the TV set. (Fig. 1) 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT "R" of the VCR or the Video Disc Player to the "INPUT (AUDIO)R)"...
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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES NOTE: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to REAR panel jacks. If you do not the played back picture may be abnormal. If you have an S-VHS VCR, use the S INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable.
REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS FOR 35UX60B REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS FOR 35UX60B Connect after turning the power to the TV "OFF". Press the Right Speaker red button and insert the positive (+) lead wire into the hole below the button. When The button is released, the wire is locked into place. In the same manner, press the Right Speaker black button and insert the negative (-) lead wire.
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REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS FOR 35UX60B...
REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS FOR 35UX60B TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS The S-Video connection is provided for high performance laser discs, VCR's, etc., that have this feature. Use this connection in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the TV.
AUDIO SYSTEM SET-UP FOR 35UX60B AUDIO SYSTEM SET-UP FOR 35UX60B Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound requirements. (See page 62 for SURROUND functions.) The television's internal speakers. These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier.
AUDIO SYSTEM SET-UP FOR 35TX10B AUDIO SYSTEM SET-UP FOR 35TX10B Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound requirements. (See page 61 for SURROUND functions.) The television's internal speakers. These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier.
THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-850GR) THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-850GR) In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Color TV, the new Genius Remote is designed to operate different types of VCR's and different types of CATV (Cable TV) converters with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area.
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THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-850GR) buttons shown in . The light will stay on for about 8 seconds if no button is pressed. The buttons will not appear to light if the room is too bright.
THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-692GR) THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-692GR) In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Color TV, the Genius Remote Control is designed to operate different types of VCR's (Also Abbreviated VTR) and different types of CATV converters (cable boxes) with one touch. Basic operating buttons are grouped together in one area.
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THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-692GR) These buttons will control a VCR or a cable box when the Multi-Page select switch is in the VCR of MENU/CATV position. LIGHT BUTTON When you are in a dark room, press this button on to light up the Channel Keys, Volume, Up and Down Keys.
HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV Detailed explanation of the circled numbers is on the following pages. Click here to see the CLU-850GR Click here to see the CLU-692GR POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off.
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HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV Click here for another picture of CLU-850GR ANT button (35UX60B only) Use the ANT (Antenna) button to select between the VHF/UHF and AUX (Auxiliary) antenna inputs. NOTE: When VHF/UHF is selected, the channel number in the upper right corner of the screen is in green.
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HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV VOLUME, MUTE buttons Press the "VOLUME" up ( ) or down ( ) button until you obtain the desired sound level. To turn the sound OFF instantly to answer the telephone, etc., press the "MUTE" button.
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HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV LAST CHANNEL (LST-CH) button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. (Good for watching two sporting events, etc.) PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons See separate section on page 32 for a description. LIGHT button When you are in a dark room, press this button to light up the volume and channel buttons.
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (P-IN-P) PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (P-IN-P) 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 a VCR program (TV or tape) on any of the video inputs, and vice versa with this feature. Picture in Picture Hookup and Remote Buttons P-IN-P BUTTON (35TX10B) Press the "P IN P"...
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PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (P-IN-P) SHIFT BUTTON To move the sub-picture to another corner, press the "SHIFT" button. The sub-picture moves one step counter-clockwise every time the "SHIFT" button is pressed. FREEZE BUTTON If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press "FREEZE" button. This is convenient when trying to write down the address for a mail order company, recording statistics for a sporting event, etc.
USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS Operating the pre-Coded function for your VCR This Genius Remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs. You must first program the Genius Remote to match the remote system in your VCR. (Refer to Table 1 on page 36 or Table 3 on page 37.) 1.
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USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS EXCLUSIVE TV BUTTONS These buttons are for operating the TV.
USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS Operating the pre-coded function for your Cable Box This Genius Remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes. You must first program the Genius Remote to match the remote system in your cable box.
USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO LEARN ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS FOR CLU-850GR USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO LEARN ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS FOR CLU-850GR The Genius Remote is equipped with a learning function which allows it to learn additional infrared control codes. This remote will not only control the television, a VCR, and a cable box, but also other electronic equipment which uses an infrared remote transmitter, by learning the transmitter's codes.
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USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO LEARN ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS FOR CLU-850GR Set the LEARN/USE mode select switch located on the back of the Genius Remote to the LEARN position. Set the MULTI-PAGE select switch to "USER" position. Press one of the learnable buttons on the Genius Remote, ("7" in this example). This button will be used to store the new code.
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USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO LEARN ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS FOR CLU-850GR If the storing was not done correctly, or the codes are too long to learn, or no more codes can be stored in memory due to memory overflow, the LEARN indicator and READY indicator will flash on and off.
EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI TV. The feature to be selected will be highlighted in a magenta (purple) color. Press the CURSOR buttons to highlight a different feature.
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EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE AIR/CABLE AUTO PROGRAM CHANNEL MEMORY CLOSED CAPTION CHANNEL CAPTION CHILD LOCK PROGRAM LIST VOLUME CORRECTION CLOCK SET ON/OFF TIMER AUTOMATIC MESSAGE-1 AUTOMATIC MESSAGE-2 FOR 35UX10B Control FOR 35UX60B PREFERENCE ADJUST PREFERENCE SETTING Select antenna or cable TV. First time setup for channel buttons.
SET UP SET UP Select SET UP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR UP/DOWN buttons on the remote to highlight the function desired. AIR/CABLE AIR Select AIR if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select CATV if you have cable TV.
SET UP Refer to your cable or TV guide for channel identification standards. If certain CATV channels are poor or not possible in the CATV1 mode, set AIR/CABLE to CATV2. AUTO PROGRAM This feature will automatically store active TV channels in CHANNEL MEMORY. This will allow you to skip over unused channels when using the CHANNEL UP ( ) or DOWN (...
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SET UP program or home video which are displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as The selected function will be in magenta. Your choice for the function will be blue. DISPLAY: ON/OFF is to turn the MODE: C.C.
FAVORITE CHANNELS FAVORITE CHANNELS The FAVORITE CHANNELS function will allow you to select up to 16 favorite channels by pressing the cursor buttons. Use the CHANNEL Use the CURSOR buttons to select the location (in magenta color) for your favorite channel.
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FAVORITE CHANNELS change the channel and moving picture for the Favorite Channel Preview. The Favorite Channel Preview is removed when the cursor is pressed.
RESET RESET Use the reset to change your preferred video and audio adjustments to factory settings. NOTE: This RESET Selection will not change your preferred adjustments. To change back to your adjustments, see VIDEO (Page 54 and 56) or Audio (Page 57).
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RESET NOTE: This RESET Selection will not change your preferred adjustments. To change back to your adjustments, see VIDEO (Page 54 and 56) or Audio (Page 57).
PROGRAM PROGRAM This Selection contains advanced feature switch will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. CHANNEL CAPTION Use this feature to give channel names to up 30 channels for each antenna source. Press the CURSOR Press the CURSOR Press ENTER to set the CHANNEL CAPTION and it will appear in the top left corner of the screen.
PROGRAM Press CURSOR Press MENU to EXIT. CHILD LOCK This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel. The code to set or cancel CHILD LOCK is a three digit key number. The factor preset key number is 000. The picture and sound will now be blocked out for this channel.
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PROGRAM Press the CURSOR Use the Channel Press ENTER to set the channel. Press CURSOR Press MENU to exit. NOTE: 1. VOLUME CORRECTION adjustment is for the channel displayed in the top right corner of the screen. To adjust a different channel, you must select the channel with the channel or number buttons and press ENTER.
CLOCK CLOCK Use this feature for all time related functions. CLOCK SET The time must be set before you can use the on/off timer or automatic message. Use the NUMBER buttons and CURSOR The AM or PM selected will be highlighted in blue. ON/OFF TIMER This function will automatically turn the TV on or off, one time only or everyday.
CLOCK Select CANCEL and press ENTER to erase time. NOTE: You can set either "ON" time only, "OFF" time only, or both. The mode will be the same for both. CAUTION: Do not use your TV as a deterrent when away from home by using both the ON and OFF TIMERS.
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CLOCK Press ENTER to start and MENU to exit. NOTE: Automatic Message-2 is the same cursor operation.
VIDEO FOR 35UX60B VIDEO FOR 35UX60B Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings, and to improve picture quality. PREFERENCE ADJUST Use this feature to adjust contrast, color, etc. Press the CURSOR buttons to select and make adjustments. The function to be adjusted will be in magenta. CONTRAST- Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture.
RESET- When RESET is selected, press ENTER to return video adjustments to factory preset conditions. PREFERENCE SETTING Your HITACHI TV has an AI (Artificial Intelligence) function which will automatically adjust picture settings to produce the highest quality picture possible. When AI is magenta, use the cursor to turn the AI "ON"...
VIDEO FOR 35TX10B VIDEO FOR 35TX10B Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings, and to improve picture quality. Use this feature to adjust contrast, color, tint, brightness, sharpness, and white control. Press the CURSOR buttons to select and make adjustments. The function to be adjusted will be in magenta. CONTRAST - Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture.
AUDIO AUDIO Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference, to improve the sound quality, and to select special sound effects. PREFERENCE ADJUSTMENT Use this to set balance, bass, and treble. Press the CURSOR buttons to select and make adjustments. The function to be adjusted will be in magenta.
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AUDIO Use Preference SETTING to improve the sound performance of your TV depending on listening conditions. Use the CURSOR to select a function. The function will be in magenta. Use the CURSOR to change function. Your choice will be in blue. MTS MODE (Multi-Channel Television Sound) will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), SAP (second audio program) which may be a secondary language, weather report, etc.
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AUDIO For external speaker with Internal/External switch, sound reproduction is as follows. (For 35UX60B Only.) TELEVISION ON SCREEN DISPLAY AND REAR SPEAKER CONNECTION A On Screen Display Int. Speaker: "ON" -and- Rear Switch to Int.: Internal Speaker is "ON" -or- Rear Switch to Ext.: Connect Ext.
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AUDIO NOTE: The television set internal speaker is connected in parallel with an external speaker connection which will allow you to use the switch located at the rear of the CTV to switch either the TV sets built in internal speaker or to a consumer connected external speakers. This switch located at the rear of the TV set beside the external speaker connection can be switched to "ON"...
AUDIO FOR 35TX10B AUDIO FOR 35TX10B SURROUND The following surround sound settings will reproduce the "live" sound you would hear in concert halls, movie theaters, etc. when you set up your speaker system as shown in the section on rear panel connections on page 18 and page 24. The surround sound system is most effective with movies played on a stereo VCR.
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AUDIO FOR 35TX10B • Your play VCR must be a HI-FI or stereo unit. See page 18. For stereo VCR connection. • Set must be outputting stereo. (See MTS mode: stereo. See page 58.)
AUDIO FOR 35UX60B AUDIO FOR 35UX60B SURROUND The following surround sound settings will reproduce the "live" sound you would hear in concert halls, sports stadiums, movie theaters, etc. when you set up your speaker system as shown in the section on rear panel connections on page 17 and page 23. The Surround sound system is most effective with movies and other stereo material that is Dolby Surround encoded, and played on a stereo VCR.
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AUDIO FOR 35UX60B can enjoy the feeling of a movie theater in your home. * Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademark of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Use CURSOR NOTE: Dolby Surround speaker outputs are always "ON" regardless of whether the set's internal speakers are "ON"...
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI COLOR TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL CARE OF YOUR HITACHI COLOR TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened with warm water. Dry with a soft cloth. (A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty.)
RECEPTION PROBLEMS 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.
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RECEPTION PROBLEMS causes loss of contrast in the picture.
CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Click here to see Troubleshooting chart. FOR 35UX60B This Color Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage or power surges.
1-800-448-2244 Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Each facility will provide you with convenient and expedient assistance.