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Hitachi 32HLX61 Operating Manual

Hitachi 32HLX61 Operating Manual

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LCD TELEVISION
AVC (Audio Video Control Center) & LCD Display Monitor
Operating Guide for 32HLX61
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................ 2-3
FIRST TIME USE .................................................................................................................. 4-28
THE REMOTE CONTROL .................................................................................................. 29-53
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY........................................................................................................ 54-81
USING THE RGB INPUT OF THE LCD TV ........................................................................ 82-91
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI LCD TV & REMOTE CONTROL .................................................. 92
RECEPTION PROBLEMS ........................................................................................................ 93
USEFUL INFORMATION/INDEX ...................................................................................... 94-103
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  • Page 1 THE REMOTE CONTROL ... 29-53 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY... 54-81 USING THE RGB INPUT OF THE LCD TV ... 82-91 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI LCD TV & REMOTE CONTROL ... 92 RECEPTION PROBLEMS ... 93 USEFUL INFORMATION/INDEX ... 94-103 As an E ®...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    HITACHI LCD television. Please fill out your warranty card 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 product model.
  • Page 3 Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org (in the US) or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www.epsc.ca (in Canada). For more information, call “1-800-HITACHI.” PUBLIC VIEWING OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from other sources, may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material.

  • Page 4: Remote Control Battery Installation And Replacement

    Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. REMOTE SIMPLE REMOTE CONTROL CH + VOL - SELECT MUTE CH - MENU EXIT POWER MONITOR CONNECTION CABLE CAUTION: 1. Ceiling mounting is not recommended. Mounting the panel on the ceiling does not provide adequate ventilation for the electronics or proper support for the front glass panel.

  • Page 5: How To Setup Your New Hitachi Lcd Television

    HOW TO SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD TELEVISION To take measures to prevent the LCD Display from tipping over and prevent possible injury it is important to mount the unit in a stable place. Securing to a table-top Using wood screws (two) fasten the set to the clamping screw holes on the rear of the LCD Display stand as shown below.

  • Page 6: Vertical Viewing Angle

    VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI LCD Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing. The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the TV and about 8 to 18 feet from the screen.

  • Page 7: Hookup Cables

    HOOKUP CABLES 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.
  • Page 8 ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR PANEL JACKS 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 ANT A (75-Ohm) terminal. If you have a second antenna, connect the coaxial cable to the ANT B terminal.

  • Page 9: Front Panel Controls

    FRONT PANEL CONTROLS (AVC) AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL POWER STANDBY (RED) ON (GREEN) CENTER MENU/SELECT button This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote. This button also serves as the SELECT button when in MENU mode. PHOTO INPUT Insert USB cable from your Digital Camera to view your digital still pictures (see pages 36-38).

  • Page 10: Phones Jack

    NOTES: 1. Your HITACHI LCD TV will appear to be turned OFF (lights orange) if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or RGB is selected. Check the Power Light to make sure the Display Monitor is turned off or in Stand-by mode (lights red) when not in use.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel Jacks

    REAR PANEL JACKS Audio Video Control Center (AVC) Antenna Input 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 only be displayed as a main picture (ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture).
  • Page 12 This power is for serviceman usage. Upgrade Card This card slot is for future software upgrades. Hitachi will notify you if a software upgrade is required for your TV. In order to receive written notification, please complete and return your warranty card.
  • Page 13 REAR PANEL JACKS CableCARD Slot This slot is for the CableCARD that will be provided by your local cable operator to gain access to chosen cable channels. The CableCARD will allow you to tune digital and high definition cable channels. Please call your local cable operator if this service is available before requesting a CableCARD (also known as Point of Deployment (POD) module).
  • Page 14 (see below). Accessory Wire Clamp Give enough slack to the cables. Back of Display Monitor Core To AC outlet Please use HITACHI specified cable. TO MONITOR Back of AVC Center AC IN Subwoofer Cable Power Swivel Connector Firmly bind the cables.

  • Page 15: Connecting External Video Sources

    CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES 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 of AVC INPUT 5 PHONES S-VIDEO L/(MONO) VIDEO NOTES: 1.
  • Page 16 The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your LCD TV is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner’s manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs.
  • Page 17 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the AVC Center below. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack.
  • Page 18 CONNECTING S-VIDEO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER Connect the cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the S-VHS VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, as shown on the AVC Center below. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack.
  • Page 19 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH HDMI or DVI CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 Connect the HDMI or DVI to HDMI connection cable from the output of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the HDMI input as shown on the AVC Center below.
  • Page 20 CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC/DVD PLAYER OR HDTV SET TOP BOX TO INPUT 1 OR 2 COMPONENT: Y-P B P R . 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 AVC Center below.
  • Page 21 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH DIGITAL INTERFACE CAPABILITY TO IEEE1394 TERMINALS Connect the IEEE1394 cable from the output of the component with IEEE1394 capability, such as a Set-Top-Box or Digital VCR, to the IEEE1394 input terminals shown on the AVC Center below. IEEE 1394 allows the LCD television and the external device to communicate with one another.

  • Page 22: Connecting External Audio Amplifier

    CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO/VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To monitor the audio level of the LCD TV to an external audio amplifier, connect the system as shown below. The “OPTICAL OUT” from the AVC center is a fixed output. The Volume of the amplifier is controlled by the amplifier, not by the LCD Television. The OPTICAL OUT terminal outputs all audio sources with Optical IN capability.

  • Page 23: Connecting Av Network

    CONNECTING AV NETWORK Your Hitachi LCD Television 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 Hitachi LCD TV Remote Control.

  • Page 24: Av Network Setup Wizard

    SETUP PROCEDURE USING AV NETWORK DEVICE CODES: A DVD Setup example is shown below. Setup of DVD2, VCR, VCR2, PV Recorder, Cable Box and Set-Top-Box follows this same procedure. If your device is not listed or the device codes not work after following the setup procedure, please refer to the AV NET Learning wizard procedure on pages 33-35.
  • Page 25 AV NETWORK SETUP WIZARD SETUP PROCEDURE USING AV NETWORK DEVICE CODES: An AV Receiver Setup example is shown below. If your device is not listed or the device codes not work after following the setup procedure, please refer to the AV NET Learning wizard procedure on pages 33-35. Press the A/V Net button on the remote control.
  • Page 26 HTS....... . . 0775 Hitachi ....... 0819 Hughes Network Systems .

  • Page 27: Rear Panel Connections

    REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR #1 OUTPUT S-VIDEO OUTPUT To an amplifier/receiver with optical input capability DVD Player (PROVIDED) To a digital IEEE1394 capable device, such as a Digital VCR or Set-Top-Box NOTE: Cables are optional, except when specified.

  • Page 28: Tips On Rear Panel Connections

    • S-VIDEO, YPbPR, IEEE 1394 or HDMI 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), connect it to the left audio jack ( L/(MONO)) on the AVC Center. •...

  • Page 29: The Remote Control

    THE REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI LCD TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver, DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch.
  • Page 30 POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 29 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) MODE Indicator Turns on or blinks to show remote control mode. SOURCE ACCESS ( ) buttons Press these buttons to select remote control mode.
  • Page 31 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD TV ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depending on the input signal format received, 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.
  • Page 32 DAY/NIGHT button Press this button to toggle between Day and Night picture mode settings. Select Day for day time viewing with more brightness and contrast to compete with room light. Select Night for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more detailed picture (see page 57 for settings changes).
  • Page 33 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD TV AV NET button Press this button to access the Audio/Video network (AV Net) menu. The AV Net allows the user to control external components with the LCD TV’s remote control. When you press the AV NET button, the following window will pop up within the Display Monitor screen.
  • Page 34 ( ) Cable Box List BACK SETUP MODIFY Move Next Step 5. Select the preferred TV Softkeys (Ex. press the SELECT button. HITACHI AV NET WIZARD (Learning) Select the VCR3 softkey to learn? TV Softkeys POWER TV/VCR MENU SELECT BACK Move Select 6.
  • Page 35 Television (located behind the screen) at a distance of 2 to 3 meters or 5 to 10 feet. 7. If the code is not accepted, the screen below appears. HITACHI AV NET WIZARD (Learning) Transfer not completed! Try again? Move Select 8.
  • Page 36 INPUTS button When the remote control is in TV mode, press this button to access the INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR PAD button or CURSOR PAD to select the inputs that are being used. Pressing the INPUTS button repeatedly will also cycle through the Inputs menu items.
  • Page 37 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD TV PHOTO INPUT This feature is useful for viewing digital still pictures from your digital camera using the Photo Input in the front panel of the AVC. JUMP Select this menu item to view the chosen picture number. NOTES: The maximum number of digital Photos that can be displayed is 999.

  • Page 38: Slide Show

    SLIDESHOW Select this menu item to start a slideshow of the Photos in the Digital Camera. Time interval selections can be set from 5, 10 and 30 seconds. Use CURSOR PAD to highlight Slideshow item. While interval is highlighted, press SELECT to change interval time from 5, 10 and 30 seconds. Each press will change interval time from the three mentioned choices.
  • Page 39 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD TV IEEE1394 Use this function to control your devices with digital interface capability. Press the INPUTS button, CURSOR PAD and SELECT button to select IEEE 1394. (When an IEEE1394 device is not connected) INPUTS Input 5 IEEE 1394...
  • Page 40 INFO button Press this button when you want to check the channel being received, the picture source, if the channel has stereo (ST) or second audio program (SAP), the time, CHANNEL ID and if the TIMER is set. ANALOG CHANNELS INFO Closed Captioning...
  • Page 41 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD TV VOLUME (VOL) WHEEL, MUTE button Use the VOL WHEEL ( ) until you obtain the desired sound level. To reduce the sound to one half of normal volume (SOFT MUTE) to answer the telephone, etc., press the VOL wheel down. Press the VOL wheel again to turn the sound off completely (MUTE).

  • Page 42: Picture In Picture (Pip)

    Your HITACHI LCD TV incorporates Two Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Two Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each. ANT A input can be viewed as both the main picture and the sub-picture simultaneously. ANT B can only be viewed as a main picture.

  • Page 43: Pip Mode Picture-In-Picture

    PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) PIP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE This feature is only available with a 1080i signal. SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub-picture evenly on the screen. Main Picture SURF MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Surf Mode PIP automatically scans all active channels (those set in memory) and displays them as PIP Pictures or Thumbnail channels.
  • Page 44 PAUSE button If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the PAUSE button. This is convenient when trying to write down the address for a mail order company, recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. To return the picture to motion, press the EXIT button. Press the PAUSE button repeatedly to toggle between FREEZE modes (Main Freeze, SPLIT and STROBE).
  • Page 45 HOW TO USE 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 of your cable box (refer to pages 51-52 for pre-codes).
  • Page 46 SET-TOP-BOX/SATELLITE RECEIVER FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your set-top-box/satellite receiver. This remote is designed to operate different types of set-top-box/satellite systems. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your set-top-box/satellite systems (refer to pages 51-52 for pre-codes). Turn ON your set-top-box/satellite systems.
  • Page 47 HOW TO USE 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 of your DVD player (refer to pages 51-52 for pre-codes).
  • Page 48 After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above. VCR precode library is included in the PVR mode. Default device for this mode is Hitachi VCR. INFO, GUIDE and LC (Last Channel) buttons are for PVR devices, not for VCR.
  • Page 49 After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above. CD precode library is included in the AMP mode. Default device for this mode is Hitachi Audio/Video Receiver (AVR/AMP). INPUT, GUIDE, Channel (up/down), Volume (up/down) and REC button are not for CD devices.

  • Page 50: Input Access

    7. Pressing the ENTER (ENT) button will now access the video input (1-5) of the desired device. SETUP EXAMPLE (Hitachi DVD with precode 0573 connected to INPUT 1 of the Select DVD mode by using your SOURCE ACCESS buttons ( position the LED indicator to DVD.
  • Page 51 Microsoft ....0522 Hitachi ..... . 0011 Mintek .
  • Page 52 Pace ....0237, 1877 Hitachi ..... . 0819 Panasonic .
  • Page 53 SIMPLE REMOTE HITACHI has provided a second remote control for your convenience. The Simple Remote Control has the basic features that are most often used. POWER button Press Power button to turn the LCD Television ON or OFF. CH+ ( ) and CH- ( ) Press the CH+ ( ) up or CH- ( ) down buttons to select desired channel or to navigate the on screen display features when in AV NET mode.
  • Page 54 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI LCD TV. 2. Use the CURSOR PAD (buttons 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. 4. Press the A/V NET button on the remote control to access the AV Network menu to control external components.
  • Page 55 OSD (On-Screen Display) Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Color Temperature Black Enhancement Contrast Mode Video Back Light Reset Video Settings Color Management Color Decoding Auto Color Noise Reduction Auto Movie Mode Treble Bass Balance Dynamic Bass Matrix Surround Audio Audio Source Internal Speakers...
  • Page 56 Set the Antenna Channel Auto Channel Scan Manager Signal Meter Channel List Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Locks Canadian Ratings (ENG) Canadian Ratings (FRN) Set the Clock Set Sleep Timer Timers Set Day/Night Timer Set Event Timer Set Timer Recording Menu Preference Screen Saver...
  • Page 57 VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. You can independently customize each of the Video Video Inputs to your preference to increase viewing performance and pleasure depending upon the video program being viewed. If RESET is selected, only the selected input will reset to initial conditions. Picture Mode Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV’s performance.
  • Page 58 Video Audio Aspect Chan. Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Move Sel. Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight the function to be adjusted. Press the SELECT button or the CURSOR PAD Press the CURSOR PAD to adjust the function. Press MENU to return to main menu. Press EXIT to quit menu.
  • Page 59 VIDEO This function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and return it to the Day VIDEO Reset Video mode. Settings Video Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Color Temperature Black Enhancement Contrast Mode Back Light Reset Video Settings Move...
  • Page 60 This involves a process known as 3:2 pulldown. When Auto Movie Mode is turned ON from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi LCD Television will activate the circuitry for this special feature to improve video performance when watching film based sources.
  • Page 61 AUDIO Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. Audio Video Audio Aspect Chan. Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Sel. Move Press CURSOR PAD to select menu item. Press CURSOR PAD to adjust the function. Press EXIT to quit the MENU, or select Audio to return to the main menu.
  • Page 62 Use the functions below if your TV is connected to an amplifier/receiver with optical digital input with Dolby Digital or PCM decoder capabilities. Audio Treble Bass Balance Dynamic Bass Medium Matrix Surround Audio Source Stereo Internal Speakers Auto Noise Cancel Perfect Volume Move Move...
  • Page 63 ASPECT Aspect Use this function to select the Picture Format Aspect Ratio. Press CURSOR PAD to choose the aspect ratio that are enclosed in the Mode window. Press the SELECT button to select the Mode settings. Video Audio Aspect Chan. Manager Locks Timers Setup...

  • Page 64: Channel Manager

    Chan. Select Channel Manager to set your Antenna options, run Auto Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter and Set Channel Manager List. Video Audio Aspect Chan. Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Move Sel. Press CURSOR PAD to highlight function, the press the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD to select. This feature will select Antenna options.
  • Page 65 CHANNEL MANAGER Select Signal Meter when using an indoor or outdoor antenna. This feature will show the signal strength and peak Signal Meter values of the Antenna signal to help you adjust your antenna to optimize signal reception. Chan. Manager Set The Antenna Auto Chan.
  • Page 66 This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. Locks 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 access code number. The factory preset code is 0000. Use the number buttons to enter the access code.
  • Page 67 LOCKS Use MOVIE RATINGS to prevent viewing of any movie that you feel may be inappropriate due to Movie Ratings its content. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move Select Use the CURSOR PAD to select the MOVIE RATING category that you want to block.
  • Page 68 Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of any TV program that you feel may be inappropriate TV Ratings due to its content. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move Select Use the CURSOR PAD Press SELECT to block the TV RATINGS that you have selected.
  • Page 69 LOCKS Use Canadian Ratings (ENG) to block any type of movie and television program in Canada that Canadian Ratings you feel might be inappropriate in its content. (Eng) Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Select Move...
  • Page 70 Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various Canadian Ratings program ratings that you feel might be inappropriate in its content. (Frn) Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move Select Use the CURSOR PAD...
  • Page 71 TIMERS Select Timers to set your Clock, Sleep Timer, Event Timer and Day/Night Timer Recordings. Timers Video Audio Aspect Chan. Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Move Sel. The Clock must be adjusted before you can use the “Set Event Timer” or Day/Night Timer” feature. Set The Clock Timers Set The Clock...
  • Page 72 Select this feature to set your Sleep Timer from 30 minutes to 3 hours (30 minute increments). Set Sleep Timer Timers Set The Clock Set Sleep Timer 0:00 Set Day/Night Timer Set Event Timer Set Timer Recording Move Press the CURSOR PAD repeatedly to set your Timer from 0:00, 0:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30 and 3:00.
  • Page 73 TIMERS This function will automatically operate the TV viewing reservation of a program. If the clock is not set, you Set Event Timer can not use this function and the screen below will appear. The message on the screen will disappear after 3 seconds, then the screen automatically goes to the clock setup mode (see page 71).
  • Page 74 Select this feature to set and record digital channels using your device connected to the IEEE 1394 jacks (ex. Set Timer D-VHS). Recording Timers Set The Clock Set Sleep Timer Set Day/Night Timer Set Event Timer Set Timer Recording Move Select Use CURSOR PAD to highlight Record 1, Record 2, Record 3 or Record 4.
  • Page 75 SETUP Select SETUP when setting up your TV for the first time. Use the CURSOR PAD Setup the function desired. Video Audio Aspect Chan. Manager Locks Timers Setup Power Swivel Move Sel. Setup Menu Preference Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set Black Side Panel Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out...
  • Page 76 Menu Background This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds. Use CURSOR PAD to highlight SET THE MENU BACKGROUND (shaded or solid), and the SELECT button to select the setting. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select MENU PREFERENCE to return to the previous menu. Select SOLID and background is visible (no picture can be seen behind menu screen), select SHADED and a light background is visible.
  • Page 77 SETUP Set The Inputs Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs. Setup Menu Preference Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set Black Side Panel Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Move Return Setup Set The Inputs Rename List Video1 Video2...
  • Page 78 Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to Video 2 when it detects a video signal to Video 2 Auto Link input 2. Setup Set The Inputs Rename List Video1 Video2 DVD2 Video3 DVD3 Video4 CBL2 Video5 Reset Auto Link...
  • Page 79 Text Channel: Move Return program. Digital Caption Font Style Service: [1 2 3 4 5 6] Language: [Unknown Font : [Default 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8] Size Standard Small Large Style Standard High Visibility [HITACHI] Return Move...
  • Page 80 Press EXIT to quit menu or select SET AV CONTROL to return to the previous menu. For use with third party home Audio/Video control systems which are commercially available. Please see your dealer NOTE: regarding these “non Hitachi” home control systems. Setup Set Monitor Out...
  • Page 81 Upgrades upgraded by using a flash card (MMC Card). If a future software upgrade is required for your TV, Hitachi will notify and provide you with a flash card. In order to receive written notification and the flash card, please complete and return the warranty card.
  • Page 82 IMPORTANT: TURN OFF THE AVC BOX, THE DISPLAY MONITOR AND THE EXTERNAL COMPONENT BEFORE CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING ANY CABLES. 1. AVC rear panel connection to an external component with an analog RGB output. This LCD Television can automatically detect and display the signal format below. 1.
  • Page 83 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY 2. The new setting (horizontal position, vertical position, clock, and phase) of the signal will be stored. The monitor can store up to 13 settings in addition to the 15 pre-set signal timing. Any additional new settings (more than 15) will over-write the first user’s setting, second setting and so on.
  • Page 84 4. Other signal formats may not be displayed correctly. Use AUTO ADJUST to automatically adjust the horizontal position, vertical position, clock, and phase. We recommend you use a signal, which has more than 50% of amplitude of white area at each corner of the picture, when performing Auto Adjustment.
  • Page 85 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY 1. Press the MENU button, then use the CURSOR PAD remote control to display the different features in RGB MODE. 2. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. and SELECT button or CURSOR PAD Video Aspect Setup...
  • Page 86 Contrast Brightness Color Temperature Video Enhancer Back Light Reset Real Normal Aspect Full WXGA Mode Auto Adjust Horizontal Position Vertical Position Horizontal Clock Setup Clock Phase Reset Input Level Black Side Panel Power Unlock Swivel Lock RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY Change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture.
  • Page 87 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY The following adjustments are independent of the TV mode: VIDEO ADJUSTMENTS •Press MENU in RGB mode for on screen display. Use the CURSOR PAD then press SELECT or CURSOR PAD •Press CURSOR PAD •Press SELECT or CURSOR PAD This feature allows you to adjust the contrast in RGB mode.
  • Page 88 Enhances the picture detail. ENHANCER Video Contrast 100% Brightness Color Temperature High Enhancer Back Light 100% Reset Reset Move Select Adjusts the overall back light illumination. BACK LIGHT Video 100% Contrast Brightness Color Temperature High Enhancer Back Light 100% Reset Reset Move Select...
  • Page 89 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY HORIZONTAL POSITION, VERTICAL POSITION, HORIZONTAL CLOCK and CLOCK PHASE AUTO ADJUST for current RGB format are adjusted automatically. •Press the MENU button in RGB mode. •Use the CURSOR PAD •Press SELECT or CURSOR PAD Setup Auto Adjust Adjust Horizontal Position Vertical Position...
  • Page 90 Adjusts the pixel clock frequency to reduce the vertical stripe. HORIZONTAL CLOCK Setup Auto Adjust Adjust Horizontal Position Vertical Position Horizontal Clock Clock Phase Reset Reset 0.7V Input Level Black Side Panel Move Select NOTE: Due to varying signal content, you may see vertical or horizontal lines bend occasionally in RGB mode. However, this phenomenon is not a defect.
  • Page 91 RGB ON SCREEN DISPLAY Select the Input Level voltage between 0.7V and 1.0V. INPUT LEVEL Setup Auto Adjust Adjust Horizontal Position Vertical Position Horizontal Clock Clock Phase Reset Reset Input Level 0.7V Black Side Panel Move Select BLACK SIDE The BLACK SIDE PANEL function turns the gray side bars ON/OFF when watching Aspect PANEL in Real and Normal signals in Standard Mode.
  • Page 92 Do not use an old battery with a new battery. Exposing the screen to direct sunlight for a long period of time or heat may cause damage to the LCD screen. CARE OF YOUR HITACHI LCD DISPLAY AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL...

  • Page 93: Reception Problems

    RECEPTION PROBLEMS The TV set can generate sound distortion in external devices such as a radio. Please separate radio equipment NOTE: from the TV set to a considerable distance. • 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.

  • Page 94: Useful Info

    3. If there is still no power, unplug the power cord from the wall. Wait 30 seconds and plug the power cord back in. Press the power switch again. This protective technology should provide for years of lasting entertainment from your HITACHI Liquid Crystal Display. Picture blurred...

  • Page 95: Important Notes

    USEFUL INFO IMPORTANT NOTES Items Notes Arching sound from A buzzing sound might be heard when the LCD display monitor is turned on in a very quiet LCD display monitor’s room. This is due to the LCD panel drive circuit when it is functioning. This arching sound panel.

  • Page 96: Plug And Play

    This LCD Television complies with VESA DDC2B specifications, Plug & Play is a system with computer, peripherals (including monitors) and operating system. It works when the monitor is connected to a DDC ready computer that is running an operating system software that is capable for the plug & play. When a Plug and Play PC is powered on, it sends a command to the Monitor requesting identification.

  • Page 97: Agency Regulatory Information

    Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. may void the user’s warranty. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.

  • Page 98: Specifications

    All specifications, weights, and dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Please access www.hitachi.com/tv for detailed specifications and dimensions for custom installations. UltraVision Digital is a registered trademark of Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
  • Page 99 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 facility will provide you with convenient and expedient assistance.
  • Page 100 Hitachi Canada, LTD. Digital Media Division Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please contact: Look for your French Manual on the outside of the box. If the manual is missing, call for a copy.
  • Page 101 INDEX Accessories, ....... . .4 Antennas (Connecting), ......8 Antenna Setup .

  • Page 102: End User License Agreement For Hitachi Dtv Software

    IMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY: This End User License Agreement for Hitachi DTV Software (this “Agreement”) is a legal agreement between you (“you” or “your”), in your capacity as the owner of a Hitachi brand digital television (the “DTV”), and Hitachi America, Ltd., Home Electronics Division ("Hitachi"). By using the DTV or the operating system software installed on the DTV (the "System Software") or any Upgrade (as defined below, and...
  • Page 103 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE 5. EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. Hitachi is licensing the Software for use within North America only. You agree that you will not export or re-export the Software. You specifically agree not to export or re-export the Software: (i) to any country to which the U.S.
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