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OWNER'S GUIDE
Model:
55L6
55" Class (54.64" Diag.)
Serial No.
CONGRATULATIONS
Thank you for purchasing this Hitachi product.
Please read these instructions carefully.
For additional assistance please call Toll Free 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244)
or visit our website at www.hitachi.us/tv.
Keep this Owner's Guide for future reference.
Record the model name and serial number of your LCD Television for future reference.
This information is located on the back of the television.
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  • Page 1 CONGRATULATIONS Thank you for purchasing this Hitachi product. Please read these instructions carefully. For additional assistance please call Toll Free 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244) or visit our website at www.hitachi.us/tv. Keep this Owner’s Guide for future reference. Record the model name and serial number of your LCD Television for future reference.
  • Page 2 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC- constitute a risk of electric shock.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    (in California), the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.ecyclingcentral.com (in the U.S.) or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www.epsc.ca (in Canada). FOR MORE INFORMATION, call 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244) (USA/CANADA). This equipment is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth.
  • Page 4 (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For questions regarding this declaration, contact: Hitachi America, Ltd. 2420 Fenton Street, Suite 200 Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556 Tel: 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244)
  • Page 5 Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions, as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hitachi could void the user’s warranty. CONDENSATION Moisture will form in the operating section of the unit if the unit is brought from cool surroundings into a warm room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly.
  • Page 6: Child Safety Notice

    CHILD SAFETY NOTICE...
  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    If the unit is placed on a cabinet smaller than the length of the unit, it could result in instability and the unit may tumble over, making a risk of personal, possibly fatal injury. Also, this would seriously damage the product. Accordingly, Hitachi accepts no responsibility or liability for any injuries or property damage resulting from the improper installation.
  • Page 8: How To Attach The Stand

    How to attach the stand NOTE: • Assure the AC cord is not connected to an AC outlet. • Before beginning this process, make sure that you have a clean, safe, and cushioned space to work at to avoid any damage to the unit. •...
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before using your unit IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............3 CHILD SAFETY NOTICE ..................6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................7 How to attach the stand ..................8 How to remove the stand ..................8 Contents ......................... 9 Features ........................ 10 Location of controls ....................11 Remote control .....................
  • Page 10: Features

    Features HDTV Unique space saving design in a 55” class TV. Picture Performance • Long Life LED Backlight • 2160p Perfected • Super Clear Anti-Glare Screen Convenience • HDMI ver 2.0 inputs • USB Input (JPEG Photo Viewer, Software Updates) •...
  • Page 11: Location Of Controls

    Location of controls Front VOL (VOLUME) +/– Buttons CH (CHANNEL) Buttons MENU Button INPUT Button Control Keys POWER Button Control Key Remote sensor Power Indicator MENU button, CH (CHANNEL) (▲/▼)buttons, VOL Red : Standby (VOLUME) +/- (▶/◀) buttons and Blue : On INPUT(SELECT) button can be used to select the desired setting...
  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Remote control POWER Button - Press to turn the TV’s power on/off. HOME Button (MHL) - Press this button to turn to the HOME menu of a compatible, connected MHL device. INPUT Button - Press to change the TV’s input. HDMI1 Button - HDMI1 - Press to directly access the HDMI1 input.
  • Page 13 Remote control (continued) HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES 1. Open the battery compartment cover. 2. Install two “AAA” batteries (supplied). 3. Replace the battery compartment cover BATTERY PRECAUTIONS These precautions should be followed when using batteries in this device: • The batteries may last approximately one year depending on how much the remote control is used.
  • Page 14: Antenna Connections

    Antenna connections If you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna, follow the instructions below that correspond to your antenna system. If you are using a Cable TV service, see Cable TV connections. Combination VHF/UHF Antenna (Single 75 ohm cable) Connect the 75 ohm cable from the combination VHF/UHF 75 ohm Coaxial...
  • Page 15: Starting Setup

    Starting setup The Setup Wizard appears the first time you turn on the TV, and assists you to specify the Air/Cable setting, and program your channels automatically. IMPORTANT: Make sure that the antenna or cable TV system connection is made. To turn on the TV, press POWER.
  • Page 16: Tv Operation

    TV operation To turn on the TV, press POWER. (POWER indicator on the front of the unit changes blue. It may take approx.10 seconds for a picture to appear on screen.) Adjust the volume level by pressing VOL (VOLUME) + or – . The volume level will be indicated on the screen by a volume bar.
  • Page 17 TV operation (continued) To select the Audio/Video input source To view a signal from another device connected to your TV, such as a Blu-ray player, press INPUT, then press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired input, then press SELECT. Press and release CH / .
  • Page 18: Quick Guide For Menu Operation

    Quick guide for menu operation Example: Select Menu Language. Press INPUT to select TV mode. Press MENU. The TV menu screen will appear. Press ◀ or ▶ to select “Setup”, then press ▼. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Menu Language”, then press ◀ or ▶ to select the desired language.
  • Page 19: Convenience Functions

    Convenience functions You can change the default settings by pressing the MENU button on your remote, then select one of the icons at the top of the menu - follow the On-Screen prompts to set your preferences. Icon Selected Items Setup Hint Video Picture Mode...
  • Page 20 Convenience functions (continued) Icon Selected Items Setup hint Audio Sound Mode Standard / Music / Movie You can choose a basic equalizer mode. Depending on this setting, the EQ settings are set to the pre-defined values of each mode. Custom The setting of this item adjusts the audio level.
  • Page 21 Convenience functions (continued) Icon Selected Items Setup hint Setup Menu Language You can choose from three different languages (English, Français (French) and Español (Spanish)) English / Français / for the on-screen displays. Español Select the language you prefer first, then proceed with the other menu options.
  • Page 22 Convenience functions (continued) Icon Selected Items Setup hint Setup HDMI - CEC CEC Enable Select “On” to enable CEC features. Device Auto Off When the user turns off the TV, all active CEC enabled devices on the HDMI input will go to Standby.
  • Page 23: Channels Setup

    If you require being selected. further assistance you may call our toll- free customer service line at 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244) (USA/CANADA). • New channels may be added to your area periodically, it is recommended to perform the “Auto Channel Scan”...
  • Page 24: Labeling Channels

    Labeling channels Channel Manager You can select the channel that you want to Channel labels appear with the channel add to favorite. number display each time you turn on the TV, select a channel, or press DISPLAY. Select “Channels” ⇒ “Favorite Channels”, You can choose any 7 characters to then press ▶...
  • Page 25: Setting The Parental Control

    Setting the Parental Control An age limitation can be set to restrict children from viewing or hearing violent scenes or pictures that you may choose to exclude. The restriction applies to “US” TV/ Movie Ratings and “Canada” English/French Ratings if this data is transmitted. You may set this restriction separately.
  • Page 26 Genre: Canadian rating systems : Fantasy Violence : Dialogue In the Locks menu, press ▲ or ▼ to select : Language “Parental Control” then press ◀ or ▶ to : Sex set to “On”. : Violence Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Canada Rating”, Press ▲...
  • Page 27 • When you download the additional rating 18ans+ : Over 18 years. Only for adult system, it may take some time for the viewing. Could contain frequent download to occur. violent scenes and extreme violence. • The Parental Control rating information and Press EXIT to return to normal viewing.
  • Page 28: Closed Caption

    Closed Caption WHAT IS CLOSED CAPTIONING? This television has the capability to decode and display Closed Captioned television programs. Closed Captioning will display text on the screen for hearing impaired viewers. Captions: This Closed Caption mode will display text on the screen in English or another language.
  • Page 29: Cc Options

    CC options When you have selected “Custom” as the display method, you can adjust the various setting listed below. This feature is designed to customize Digital Caption only. Select “Setup” ⇒ “Closed Captions”, then press ▶ or SELECT. Press ◀ or ▶ to set “Caption Display” to “CC Off”, “CC On” or “CC on Mute”. Select “Digital CC Options”, then press ▶...
  • Page 30: Aspect Switching

    Aspect Switching You can change the picture size being displayed — Normal, Wide, Zoom, Cinema mode. Selecting the picture size Select “Video” ⇒ “Advanced Settings” ⇒ “Aspect”. Press ◀ or ▶ to select the desired aspect ratio, as described below. NOTE: •...
  • Page 31: Jpeg Viewer

    JPEG Viewer You can enjoy viewing pictures from your USB storage device. Connect the USB storage device into the USB Input terminal. Press INPUT and press ▲ or ▼ to select “USB”, then press SELECT. NOTE: • Do not disconnect a USB storage device while it is being accessed. Doing so can damage the device or the files stored on the device.
  • Page 32: Connections To Other Equipment

    Connections to other equipment To connect the TV to a HDMI device to the The HDMI input receives digital audio and video from an HDMI device. HDMI cable (not supplied) To HDMI output To HDMI IN HDMI device NOTE: • HDMI input audio does not support DTS audio. To connect the TV to a MHL device CONNECTING A MHL-ENABLED DEVICE: You can connect a MHL-enabled device, such as a SmartPhone or MHL dongle to show its...
  • Page 33 Connections to other equipment (continued) The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to this TV is dependent on the model and features of each equipment. Check the Owner’s Manual provided with each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs. To connect the TV to a VCR, a camcorder, or a game console Camcorder To VIDEO/AUDIO IN...
  • Page 34 Connections to other equipment (continued) To connect the TV to an audio system This connection allows you to use an audio amplifier and external speakers. To AUDIO OUT Amplifier To Audio (L)/(R) Inputs Audio cable (not supplied) Using an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround If you are using an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround sound, you can enjoy broadcast or cable programs that provide Dolby Digital sound.
  • Page 35: Reception Disturbances

    Reception disturbances 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.
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    • Cable TV company is scrambling signal. • Adjust antenna. Digital broadcasting • Check digital signal strength. screen problem. If the problem cannot be solved with the suggested procedures, contact 800.HITACHI. For your safety, never try to repair the product yourself.
  • Page 37 Troubleshooting (continued) SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS • Check all Cable TV connections. No CATV • Set Source menu option to the Cable mode. reception. • Station or Cable TV system problems, try another station. Horizontal or • Check antenna connections, adjust or re-direct antenna. diagonal bars on •...
  • Page 38: Specifications

    Batteries (AAA) × 2 Stands x 2 (R / L), Stand Screws x6 (M4x18) Owner’s Guide Quick Start Guide • Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. • For information on our other products, please visit our website at www.hitachi.us...
  • Page 39: Limited Warranty

    HITACHI AMERICA, LTD., DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION HITACHI has made every effort to assure you enjoy trouble free operation from your Hitachi product. Should you require service assistance with OPERATIONAL, HOOK UP, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE OR WARRANTY SERVICE SUPPORT, please contact one of our knowledgeable Customer Service Advocates at 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244).
  • Page 40 If the Product is found to be defective, Hitachi will repair or replace (at Hitachi’s option) defective parts at no charge, subject to the conditions of this Limited Warranty.
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