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- Page 1 PROJECTION COLOR TV OPERATING GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FIRST TIME USE 6-13 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL 14-24 _J _ _ ,.,,r,:,.,.r,=c 25-51 ON SCREEN DISPLAY 52-59 USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX...
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Page 2: Power Source
IMPORTANT Follow all warnings and instructionsmarked on this television receiver. lighthing flash with arrowhead symbol, within equitatend triangle, is Intended to alert the user to the of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the e that may be of a sufficient magnitude CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC... -
Page 3: Important Safeguards
Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which wig be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television receiver. - Page 4 SAFETY TIPS PROTECTION LOCATION OF YOUR 16-2. Note to CATV system Installer:. 16-1. If an outside antenna is connected to the television set, be sure the (Only for the television set with CA'rV reception) antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection This reminder is provided to call CATV system against voltage surges and built up static charges, Section 810 of installers attention to Article 82040...
- Page 5 (non-moving) patterns can cause per- manent damage to projection television receivers. Such "PATTERN BURNS" con- stitute 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...
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Page 6: Remote Control Battery Installation
ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposingof the packingmaterial. 0000 (D OD OD 0®0 CLU-417UI 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-417UI (Part No. HL00227). 2. Two "AA" size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION REPLACEMENT... - Page 7 For example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc. VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI ProjectionTelevision is itslarge viewing screen. To see thislarge screen at its best, test various locations in the room to find the best spot for viewing. The drawings give several suggestions.
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Page 8: 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 pur- chased 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. -
Page 9: Front Panel Controls
You will see a red light when the TV is tumed on. NOTE: Your HITACHI TV will appear to be turned "OFF" if there is no video inputwhen VIDEO: 1 or 2 is select- I ed. Check the Power Light to make sure the TV is off when not in use. -
Page 10: Rear Panel Jacks
REAR PANEL JACKS © ANT A REAR SPEAKER 8Q ONLY S-VIDEO TC_NVERTER MATRIX SURROUND ANT B 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 onlybe displayed as a Main Picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as a PIP sub-picture.) The antenna output labeled "TO CONVERTER"... -
Page 11: Rear Panel Connections
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS cable TV coaxial cable ____ Outside antenna or See connections A SHORT CmctJ_r MAY DAMAGE YOUR TI/. (such dawr,_m _sNOT <:ovenld by _w tekwision wammty) DO NOT USE METN. STAPLES, on page 12. NAILS OR OTHER CONDUCTIVE MA'rEI_IN. -
Page 12: Rear Speaker Terminal Connections
REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS Connect after turning the power to theTV OFF. Press the Right Speaker red button and insert the positive (+) lead wire intothe hole nextto the button. Once the wire is in place, pull the red button back to original position and the wire is locked into place. In the same manner, press the Right Speaker black butto.n and insert the negative(-) lead wire. -
Page 13: Audio System
AUDIO SYSTEM ,_ETUP c_:_[ Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound requirements. The television'sinternal speakers. These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the _AUDIO TO HI-FI" output on the TV. These speakers are connected to the Rear Speaker 8 Ohm output on the "IV. -
Page 14: Remote Control
CONTROL (CLU-417UI) In addition to controllingall the functions on your HITACHI Color TV, the new remote is designed to operate different types of VCR's and CATV (Cable TV)/Satellite converters with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area. - Page 15 SLEEP TIMER I'"'"''I ® If a video input is used: ® Video Input VIDEO1 When an S-Video (S-IN) input is connected HITACHI CLU-417UI You can also use the RECALL button to quickly clear many of the other on-screen displays.
- Page 16 HOW. TQ.USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV (_PIP CH button Use the PIP CH button to select between main pictureand sub-picturetuning.An arrow next to the channel num- ber will indicate which channel is being controlled. (_) MENU, CURSOR buttons Allthe On-Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by usingthese buttons.
- Page 17 HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV VOLUME, MUTE buttons Press the "VOLUME" up (A) or down (y) button untilyou obtain the desired sound level. To turn the sound off instantly to answer the telephone, etc., press the "MUTE" button. Press the "MUTE" button again or press the "VOLUME"...
- Page 18 HOW--.TO.USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV (_) HELP button Press this button when a menu is displayed to view HELP text, which gives a description of the displayed menu. MAIN MENU MAIN MENU co.wursT CONT_T stoutNEss IIRIGHTklES$ carom co_oR TINT "_...
- Page 19 PICTURE-IN-PJCT_URE (PIP) Your Hitachi Projection TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed to give you improved viewing enjoyment.This Dual Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both MAIN and PIP sub-pictures simultaneously, with sepa- rate tuning control for each. The Dual Tuner can operate with only one input (ANT A only) or two inputs (ANT A and ANT B).
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Page 20: Picture In Picture
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) PICTURE-IN-PICTURE CONT. MULTI CH PIP Press the "PIP" button a second time to begin Multi-Channel PIP. This feature will automatically scan throughall active channels (those set in memory) and displaythem as PIP sub-pictures,along the right edge of the screen. Press the "PIP"... - Page 21 PICTURE-IN.,P-ICTURE (PIP) (_) FREEZE (FRZ) button (With PIP ON) If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the "FRZ" button. This is convenientwhen trying to write down the address for a mail order company, recordingstatistics for a sporting event, etc. To return the picture to motion, press the button again.
- Page 22 If your VCR does not have a power function, the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function. The MENU button will act as the VCR MENU but- ton for HITACHI VCR's. The EXIT button will act as your VCR ENTER but- ton if required.
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Page 23: Box Functions
CABLE mode. PRECODED CABLE/SATELLITE BOX buttons I' ! _i_]ii_i!ii_ii_d iii _,_ i iii!_: i ik_t These buttons transmit the chosen' preceded CABLE/Satellite cedes. INPUT SLEEP ® ® EXCLUSIVE 13/buttons These buttons-are for operating the "IV. HITACHI CLU-417UI... -
Page 24: Cable And Vcr Codes
Multitech ....00, 27 TELEVISION BRAND ..CODES Century ..... NEC .... 11, 13, 14, 26, 30 Citizen ...... Nikko ....... Hitachi ...... Colour Voice ....19, 25 Noblex ...... Megatron ....Comtronics ....29, 34 Olympus ....09, 47 Contec ..... - Page 25 ULTRATEC OSD ._ 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Projection TV. HELP 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to highlighta different feature. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu.
- Page 26 ULTRATEC MENU LANGUAGE Choose English, French, or Spanish text. PLUG&PLAY Optimum hook up for your system. INITIAL SET UP SIGNAL SOURCE Select Antenna or CableTV. AUTO CHANNEL SET Firsttime set up for channel buttons. CHANNEL MEMORY Channel buttons, add, skip. CHANNEL LIST Check channel name, scan, and child lock.
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Page 27: Initial Setup
INITIAL SETUP on the remote to highlightthe function desired. I INR'IAL SETUP Select INITIALsEruP when seffing your'IV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR •,Y buttons Ik ilAl# MENU umu uv_M_ toilET pl.uo & PI*.AY IIOI_UJOUItCll CURSOR CU_MtZE cu_]l"o_ozE •mo cl4_wL i_r o_,mm 14_m_ [L UST... - Page 28 INITIAL SETUP PLUG & PLAY JThis graphic guide function will help you to properly set up your TV or Home Theater System. Simply answer two questions and a graphicwill be displayed, showingyou the opti- mum setup for your personalized system. MAIN MENU 1114nlm"SET Ue...
- Page 29 INITIAL SETUP I "_ IGNAL SOURCE I Select ANTENNA if you are usingan indoor or outdoor antenna. Select CATV if you have cable TV. MAIN MENU UENUL_GU*GI PLUOI,_AY ioo .,- i SIGNAl. SOURCE • _TO_S_ C_mEL CHAN_ELUIT CLOCKSET €ONVEna[_ AOJUST J_T UP INIlrLM.I_-'r IJP UU_Gt_E...
- Page 30 INITIAL SETUP AUTO CHANNEL SET I 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 (A) or DOWN (V) buttons, MA|N MENU _UG&PLAY Sm_U_SOUnCE AUTO--lET VI_SETTING$ C_Ve4Z.I_VORY...
- Page 31 INITIAL SETUP m"" J CHANNEL MEMORY J Use this function after AUTO CHANNEL SET to add or erase additional channels to the remote control CHANNEL • or • buttons. MAIN MENU Mm#Jt_NGUAC_ PLUQLPLAY SIGNAt SOURCS _J10 C_k_ CWNSl. VI_._S£TTI_GS C_/_NEL UST AU[_SETI_NGS CLOCK SET C_me_N_...
- Page 32 INITIAL SETUP I This function allows you to review which channels are labeled in CHANNEL ID (NAME), CHANNEL LIST which have been added to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), and which are protected by CHILD LOCK (LOCK). MAIN MENU MB_JL_U_ _UO&I_Ay SJGP-/_SOUnCE AUlO_ €_M_ Me/o;rf...
- Page 33 INITIAL SETUP I c,oc.s I The time must be set before you can use 4 EVENT PROGRAM, SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER, or CALENDAR. .AoN.r=_ i.._-,-i _.uG • PLAY soumcE Au/o m-WaGL _'r L"_ "..I O4_eEL laDIOK_ CHANNELLIlT cLOCK IIET X_UST HO_THEATER tNiCENTE_ __R-o t[,,...
- Page 34 INITIAL SETUP I CONVERGENCE ADJUST Yourprojection TV has throe color projection tubes: one for rod, one for green, one for blue. When mixed together in the proper proportion,the output of these throe color tubes can produce any color. To produce these colors, howev- er, the beams must be precisely aligned over each other so that the colors can be mixed.
- Page 35 CUSTOMIZE CUSTOMtZE J This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewingeasier and more enjoyable. CHANNELID I Use this feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is select- ed and up to 60 channels a name when CATV1 signal source is selected. u,*,m lieu i-,_,oo i _EOIO...
- Page 36 CUSTOMIZE VIDEO ID I Use this feature to give a name to any of the 2 video inputs. VlO_O:l MAm ME#U CUSTOMIZE CH/_Ik_L 10 [_g w [] v2 CHANNEL VI_-O IO VIOEOID i°o ,- F_UIty F_ru FAMILY CURSOR FAVORITE8 iv,o ..CH_DLOCK 4 SV_"r I_ROOR_ 4EVENT...
- Page 37 CUSTOMIZE I FAMILY FAVORITES I This function allows you to group your favorite channels into 6 personalized categories that IMENU) I you can rename. A total of 24 channels can be stored in the FAMILY FAVORITES function. MAIN MENU UIDI_OIO FAMILY F, A VOR/TIEI 4 EVI_n'_...
- Page 38 CUSTOMIZE I FAMILY FAVORITES se this function to display FAMILY FAVORITES selections as sub-pictures or to tune the main picture to a desired favorite channel. (OPERATION) CURSOR Press any CURSOR button. Select a category heading using CURSOR <1or ,. Press MENU and the category will be displayed as sub-pictures at the right edge of the screen. This is useful for pre- viewing a category.
- Page 39 CUSTOMIZE his function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. CHILD LOCK It can also be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled amount of time that you set. The cede to enter CHILD LOCK is a four digit key number.
- Page 40 CUSTOMIZE I This function will automatically turn the TV on and off, one time only, every day or once a 4 EVENT PROG. week. MAIN MENU c_,u,e,e, io _nD_o© i°o oG= _w.y FAVO_n_ €_ILO LKXIC iv,o ..4 Emir Pnoo_v p, i,oo , ..
- Page 41 CUSTOMIZE I Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to VIDEO: 1, when it detects a AUTO LINK VIDEO: 1 input. MAIN BE#U" CUSTOMIZE 1"7 AUTO CHANNEl* _oea=o [] RedO_ VIO£O I, Q o_ CURSOR FAkI_LY FAVORITES 04U_t_ iv,oil.
- Page 42 CUSTOMIZE I Closed captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a televisionprogram or J CLOSED CAPTION home video which are displayed on the TV screen. Your localTV program guide denotes these programs as _ or I_. CUSTOMIZE C_ELm _OID i%-= FMdLyFAVC_TBI...
- Page 43 CUSTOMIZE- MENU BACKGROUND I This function allows you to choose from 2 MENU BACKGROUNDS. NAIN MENU CUSTOMIZE CH_'ONELlo v_o© VIDEO io ioo_,,. FAu&yFAV_S CURSOR FAMILY CHILO FAVORITES *EVENT _ CHILO LOCK i.uo_, .._OL_ 4 EVENT p_OGRAma ::°13_ i.o.i ..AUTO tl_ CLOSSO CAPTION...
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Page 44: Video Settings
VIDEO SETTINGS Select VIDEO SETTINGS to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. VIDEO SEt"riNGS MAIN MENU CONTRAST SmG_T_S COLO_ CURSOR S_LSS i,o , ..RESET _DVANCEO i.o; ..SETT_OS •"_ ,=-%-, MAIN MENU cONTRAsT • SXIGHTNfS._ I%" CURSOR r COLOR RtSET _[TTJNr._ t"ii . - Page 45 VIDEO SETTINGS- ADVANCED Your HITACHI TV has an AI (Artificial Intelligence) function which will automatically adjust SETTINGS picture settings to produce the highest quality picture possible. When AI is highlighted, use CURSOR • to turn the AI on or off.
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Page 46: Audio Settings
AUDIO SETTINGS Select AUDIO SETTINGS to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. AUDIO SE'r'I'INGS M&ItWWtE#U "-2 { CURSOR ¥I_0 ,ml}?T_ =l'm,,,_ H_TXWATtA I_'_0 CENTEm !1 II 1{ _ ,.-=. , .._,..,{ MA{N M|NU 'r*w{}w*.| CURSOR RF.Ur I i_,,. - Page 47 AUDIO SETTINGS ADVANCEDsETTINGS I listeningUSe ADVANCEDconditions.SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV depending on MAIN II|MU YR£kE IU_.XNC_ CURSOR I- "I n|uv *OVAW_O SETTINGS IT*" CURSOR i- ..Press CURSOR • or Y to highlighta function. Press CURSOR • to change the function setting. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR 4 to return to previousmenu.
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Page 48: Home Theater
HOME THEATER HOME THEATER Use this functionto choose Picture settingsfor a true HOME THEATER experience. THEATER MODES Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV's perfor- mance. MAIN MENU Sk-rUp C_TOW_[ CURSOR VIDEO SETTING! Auoto SETTINGS INFO CENTER MA_ MENU N'nN.EETUP... - Page 49 HOME THEA'i'E WIRELESS his feature allows you to choose between 2 possiblevariable audio outputs for a separate SOUND set of wireless speakers or another stereo amplifier. The audio output may be either MAIN TV AUDIO or SUB PICTURE AUDIO. This feature also allows you to turn the internal speakers on or off, when MAIN TV AUDIO is chosen.
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Page 50: Info Center
INFO CENTER INFO. CENTER This function allows your TV to assist you with your busy day to day schedule. SPECIAL EVENT I Use thisfunction to set up to 6 special events into memory. REMINDER I These events;can then be viewed in CALENDAR mode. idr_u lii!il, ii!i : il_! - Page 51 INFO CENTER Use this function to check the day, month, and year. CALENDAR Dates programmed in SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER will appear blinkingand special event message will be displayed, MAffi Mr_u INFO ¢EN11_ =we_L=_z_rr • ,.**'*,u", ¢_IZE lo it _z 1= CURSOR zlzl_ i.o5 .
- Page 52 CARE OFYOUR HITACHI PROJECTION AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water. Dry with a soft cloth ( A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty).
- Page 53 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 electdcal appliances. • GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused bythe television signal followingtwo paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflectedfrom tall buildings,hills or some other objects.
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Page 54: Calling For Service
CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE SYMPTOMS No Picture, no sound • • • • • • • Sound OK, picture poor • • • • • • • • PictureOK,soundpoor • • • • • • • Pictureblurred • •... - Page 55 SPECIFICATIONS" Features: • Superfine Picture Quality 800 Line Horizontal Resolution • Pure Green and Red Filter Lenses • Artificial Intelligence System • Remote (Controls many VCR brands and Cable/Satellite equipment) • High Definition On-Screen Display (UltraTEC) • Full set of Input Jacks, including S-Video •...
- Page 56 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 Facilitieshas been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico.
- Page 57 USEFUL INFO" Accessories ....... Mono Sound ......12, 47 Move ........AI (Artificial Intelligence) ....9, 45 Mute ......15, 17, 42 Antenna ......7, 8, 10, 16 Audio to Hi-Fi ......PIP (Picture-in-Picture) ....15, 19 PIP CH Button ...... 15, 16, 19 Audio Settings Phono Connector ......
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