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IMPORTANT
PROJECTION COLOR TV
60SX10B/11K, 50SX7P, 50UX22B/23K, 46UX20B/21K
OPERATING GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT.............................................................................................................................................. 3
SAFETY TIPS............................................................................................................................................. 4
PICTURE CAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................... 9
ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................................................................ 10
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT ............................... 10
HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV.............................................................. 10
HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS ........................................................................................... 12
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL................................................................. 13
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS.................................................................................................................. 13
MENU BUTTON ............................................................................................................................. 14
AVX (Audio/Video) selector/ENTER button ............................................................................... 14
VOLUME level ................................................................................................................................ 14
CHANNEL selector ........................................................................................................................ 14
POWER button ............................................................................................................................... 14
POWER light ................................................................................................................................... 14
AI (Artificial Intelligence) sensor................................................................................................... 14
REMOTE CONTROL sensor........................................................................................................ 14
ADJUSTMENT MODE button ...................................................................................................... 15
FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO :3)............................................................................................ 15
FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS.................................................................................... 15
REAR PANEL JACKS ............................................................................................................................. 15
Antenna Input / Output .................................................................................................................. 15
Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2 ................................................................................................................. 16
Monitor Out...................................................................................................................................... 16
Audio to Hi-Fi .................................................................................................................................. 16
Transmitter Out ............................................................................................................................... 16
Rear Speaker Terminals ............................................................................................................... 16
S-Video ............................................................................................................................................ 16
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................. 16
REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS .................................................................................. 17
TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS...................................................................................... 17
AUDIO SYSTEM SET-UP....................................................................................................................... 18
THE REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-951MP) ............................................................................................. 18
MULTI-PAGE select switch .......................................................................................................... 19
MULTI-PAGE buttons .................................................................................................................... 19
, LIGHT BUTTON ......................................................................................................................... 19
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ................................................................... 19
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
PICTURE CAUTIONS ... 9 ACCESSORIES ... 10 REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT ... 10 HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV... 10 HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS ... 12 ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL... 13 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS... 13 MENU BUTTON ... - Page 2 IMPORTANT TV POWER button ... 20 CABLE/VCR/AUDIO POWER button... 20 RECALL button... 20 ANT button ... 21 MENU, ENTER, CURSOR buttons ... 21 CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons... 21 AVX button ... 21 VOLUME, MUTE buttons ... 22 LAST CHANNEL (LST-CH) button PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons SURROUND (SRD) button ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) button...
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Page 3: Important
PREFERENCE SETTING ... 45 SURROUND... 46 DOLBY PRO LOGIC... 47 WIRELESS MODE ... 48 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL... 49 RECEPTION PROBLEMS... 49 CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE... 50 SPECIFICATIONS ... 51 HITACHI SERVICE HOTLINE... 52 WARRANTY CARD, front... -
Page 4: Safety Tips
Obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television receiver. Please fill out your warranty card at once and mail it to HITACHI. This will enable HITACHI - 4 -... - Page 5 SAFETY TIPS - 5 - to notify you promptly in the improbable event that a safety problem should be discovered in your model of product. FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY 1 This television set is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other).
- Page 6 SAFETY TIPS - 6 - 8 If liquid has been spilled into this television set, unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel. 9 Do not subject your television set to impact of any kind. Be particularly careful not to damage the picture tube surface.
- Page 7 SAFETY TIPS 14 Avoid dusty places, since accumulated dust inside the chassis may cause failure of the set when high humidity persists. 15 The set has slots, or openings in the cabinet for ventilation purposes, to provide reliable operation of the receiver, and to protect from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered.
- Page 8 SAFETY TIPS - 8 - 18 For added protection for this television set during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage due to lightning and power-line surges. OPERATION OF YOUR SET 19 This television set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
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Page 9: Picture Cautions
Such "PATTERN BURNS" constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your Hitachi Factory Warranty. en using the Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should not be left permanently in one corner of the screen or a "pattern burn" may develop over a long period of time. -
Page 10: Accessories
2. Insert two new "AA" size batteries equivalent for the remote. When replacing old batteries, push them towards the springs and lift them out. 3. Match the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment. 4. Replace the cover. BOTTOM VIEW HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV - 10 -... - Page 11 VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Projection Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large 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 12: Hook-Up Cables And Connectors
HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS 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 Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. -
Page 13: Antenna Connections To Rear Jack Panel
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS This connector is used on camcorders, VCRs, and laser disc players with an S-Video feature in place of the standard video cable to produce a high-quality picture. ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV(cable TV) When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor antenna or CATV coaxial cable to the VHF/UHF 75-Ohm terminal. -
Page 14: Menu Button
You will see a red light when the TV is turned on. NOTE: Your HITACHI TV will appear to be turned "off" if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3 is selected. Check the POWER Light to make sure the TV is off when not in use. -
Page 15: Adjustment Mode Button
FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS Point your Remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. MAGIC FOCUS Use this button to adjust your picture quality to optimum performance. (See page 39) ADJUSTMENT MODE button This button is for service technicians only. DO NOT press this button. If this button is accidentally pressed, please turn off your television using the front panel power button. -
Page 16: Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2 The "AVX" (Auxiliary Video) button will step through each video source and the current antenna input each time it is pressed. Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders, laser disc players, etc. (If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack.) Monitor Out These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording. -
Page 17: Rear Speaker Terminal Connections
REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS 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. -
Page 18: Audio System Set-Up
. THE REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-951MP) In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters - 18 -... -
Page 19: Multi-Page Select Switch
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV and Audio equipment with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area. All other controls are separated from them and arranged in MULTI-PAGE sections, with a display that can be switched to cover any of three pages. Functions are arranged and properly categorized into windows, making operation simple when multiple functions are to be controlled. -
Page 20: Tv Power Button
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV TV POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off. If Message-1 or Message-2 is set, it will be displayed when the TV is first turned on. (See page 36) CABLE/VCR/AUDIO POWER button Once the remote is programmed, press this button to control the power to your Cable Box, VCR, or Audio Equipment, depending on the button layout of the MULTI-PAGE... -
Page 21: Ant Button
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV Click to see the Remote. ANT button 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 green. -
Page 22: Volume, Mute Buttons
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV - 22 - 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. Press the "MUTE"... -
Page 23: Picture-In-Picture Buttons
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons See separate section on page 21 for a description. SURROUND (SRD) button Press this button to enter the SURROUND menu. (See pages 15 and 42.) ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) button Press this button to turn the AI function on or off. (See page 38) PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) The Picture-in-Picture feature is convenient when you want to watch more than one program at the same time. -
Page 24: Swap Button
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) Press the "PIP" button and a sub-picture appears in one corner of the screen. Press the button a second time to remove the sub-picture from the screen. Press the AVX button when the sub-picture is on to change between VIDEO: 1, VIDEO: 2 and VIDEO: 3. -
Page 25: Using The Remote To Control Vcr Functions
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS CAUTION: A pattern burn may develop if the sub-picture is left in the same corner permanently. If the PIP feature is used frequently, occasionally shift the sub-picture to a different corner. NOTE: 1. Only sound from the main picture can be heard, unless you choose PIP from wireless mode and use the "TRANSMITTER OUT"... -
Page 26: Precoded Vcr Buttons
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS procedures, please consult your VCR operating guide. 3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed in until the batteries are removed from the remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure stated above. -
Page 27: Precoded For Cable Box
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS UP function. PRECODED FOR CABLE BOX These buttons transmit the chosen precoded CATV codes. EXCLUSIVE TV BUTTONS These buttons are for operating the TV. Click to see Remote. USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS Operating the pre-coded function for your audio equipment This remote is designed to operate different types of audio equipment. -
Page 28: Precoded For Audio Equipment
VCR AND CABLE BOX CODES obvious function that the audio component will respond to, such as CD open/close. 5. The default for AUDIO Mode is AMP. PRECODED FOR AUDIO EQUIPMENT These buttons transmit the chosen precoded AUDIO EQUIPMENT codes. EXCLUSIVE TV BUTTONS These buttons are for operating the TV. - Page 29 VCR AND CABLE BOX CODES Funai Garrard 09, 22, 24 Goldstar 10,11 Gradiente Harley Davidson Harmann/Kardon Harwood Headquarter HI-Q Hitachi 14, 15, 24 Jensen 14, 26 Kenwood 11, 14, 18, 26 Kodak 09, 10 Lloyd Logik Magnavox 09, 12, 28...
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Page 30: These Are Additional Codes Not Listed In The Manual
VCR AND CABLE BOX CODES Hamlin 08, 16, 49, 50 Hitachi Hytex Jasco Jerrold 03, 09, 10, 12, 13, 51 Memorex 00, 51 Movie Time 05, 15, 47 Panasonic Paragon Philips Pioneer Pulsar Regal 16, 49, 50 Rembrant Runco Samsung... -
Page 31: Easy Graphic Guide
Penney 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 yellow, the buttons to choose your selection will be highlighted in blue, and the selection you have chosen will be highlighted in red. - Page 32 EASY GRAPHIC GUIDE - 32 - AIR/CABLE Select antenna or cable TV. AUTO PROGRAM First time setup for channel buttons. CHANNEL MEMORY Channel buttons, add or skip. CLOSED CAPTION Feature to display dialogue/text. MENU LANGUAGE Choose English, French or Spanish dialogue. CHANNEL CAPTION Label channels PAY1, ABC, etc.
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Page 33: Set Up
SET UP PREFERENCE ADJUST Adjust balance, bass, and treble. PREFERENCE SETTING Improve sound performance. SURROUND Special sound effects. WIRELESS MODE Adjust audio output for wireless speakers. 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. -
Page 34: Auto Program
SET UP - 34 - Reception channels for each mode are shown at the left. 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. -
Page 35: Closed Caption
SET UP remote control CHANNEL ( Add or erase additional channels while still in CHANNEL MEMORY using the CHANNEL buttons or number buttons and then add or erase using the CURSOR buttons. CLOSED CAPTION Closed captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video which are displayed on the TV screen. -
Page 36: Menu Language
PROGRAM NOTE: The word MUTE will not be displayed if the DISPLAY is ON. If you do not have sound, make sure MUTE is not set. CCD will display when "MUTE" is pressed, whether CCD is in the "ON" or "OFF" mode. MENU LANGUAGE This feature will allow you to select any one of 3 different languages for all on screen displays. -
Page 37: Program List
PROGRAM 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. Press CHANNEL Press MENU to exit. The (*) represents a blank space. Select CANCEL to erase a CHANNEL CAPTION. CHILD LOCK This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel. -
Page 38: Volume Correction
PROGRAM (NAME), which have been added to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), and which are protected by CHILD LOCK (LOCK). Press CURSOR Press MENU to exit. VOLUME CORRECTION Use this function to reduce the volume level of up to four TV channels that sound loud compared to other TV channels. -
Page 39: Clock
CLOCK CLOCK Use this feature for all time related function. 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 red. ON/OFF TIMER This function will automatically turn the TV on or off, one time only or everyday. -
Page 40: Message-1
CLOCK same for both. CAUTION: Do not use your TV as a deterrent when away from home by using both the ON and OFF TIMERS. For safety, the TV should be turned off when you are away from home. MESSAGE-1 Use this function to set one or two personal message once a day or one time only. -
Page 41: Video
VIDEO Use this function to check the day, month and year. Use the CURSOR Press MENU to exit. VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings, improve picture quality and to adjust convergence. PREFERENCE ADJUST Use this feature to adjust contrast, color, tint, brightness and sharpness. Press the CURSOR buttons to select and make adjustments. -
Page 42: Preference Adjust
RESET- When RESET is selected, press ENTER to return video adjustments to factory preset conditions. PREFERENCE ADJUST 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 yellow, use the CURSOR to turn the AI on or off. -
Page 43: Convergence Correction
(align) the colors. To simplify convergence, Hitachi incorporates a function called MAGIC FOCUS, which allows the TV to self adjust so it can obtain the highest quality picture possible. Press the MAGIC FOCUS button located on the front panel to allow the TV to self adjust. -
Page 44: Audio
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 yellow. -
Page 45: Preference Setting
AUDIO - 45 - TREBLE- This function controls the high frequency audio to all speakers. RESET- When RESET is selected, press ENTER to return audio adjustments to factory preset conditions. PREFERENCE SETTING Use PREFERENCE SETTING to improve the sound performance of your TV depending on listening conditions. -
Page 46: Surround
AUDIO NOTE: If the optional left and right speakers are connected while in SURROUND-DOLBY CENTER EXPANSION MODE-NORMAL, the internal speakers may be turned off for better separation between the left, center, and right channels. The center channel audio will still be heard from the televisions center speaker. -
Page 47: Dolby Pro Logic
AUDIO Listener is surrounded by many sound sources such as a sporting event, etc. NOTE: Some TV systems do not transmit optimum audio channel separation which can reduce the effectiveness of the MATRIX SURROUND function. HALL SURROUND Resonant sound - Listener has the feeling of being in a concert hall. DOLBY PRO LOGIC Dolby Pro Logic provides four separate sound channels: left, center, right and surround. -
Page 48: Wireless Mode
AUDIO - 48 - Use the CURSOR buttons to select and adjust VOLUME and BALANCE. Press MENU to exit. WIRELESS MODE This feature allows you to choose between 3 possible variable audio outputs for a separate set of wireless speakers or another stereo amplifier. The audio output may be either MAIN, PIP or REAR. -
Page 49: Care Of Your Hitachi Projection Tv And Your Remote Control
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL - 49 - CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV 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 50: Check Here Before Calling For Service
The interference produces moving ripples or diagonal streaks, and in some cases, causes loss of contrast in the picture. CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Click here to see Troubleshooting Chart. This Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology IGNITION NOISE: - 50 -... -
Page 51: Specifications
U.S. number 3,959,590; Canada numbers 1,004,603 and 1,037,877. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Inputs: Power Input...AC 120V, 60 Hz Power consumption (operating) 46UX20B/21K...165W 50UX22B/23K...165W 50SX7P, 60SX10B/11K...162W Power consumption (maximum) 46UX20B/21K...240W 50UX22B/23K...240W 50SX7P, 60SX10B/11K...240W... -
Page 52: Hitachi Service Hotline
DIAL TOLL FREE 7 days a week, 24 hours a day 800 HITACHI 1-800-448-2244 Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your 50UX22B/23K 50SX7P 50 13/16 50 13/16... -
Page 53: Warranty Card, Front
If this product is found to be defective, Hitachi will repair or replace defective parts at no charge for the parts to the original owner, subject to the conditions of the Limit Warranty. The labor for the repair or replacement of the defective parts will be provided by Hitachi without charge, subject to the conditions of the Limited Warranty. -
Page 54: Warranty Card, Back
2. LABOR - For a period of 90 days from the date of purchase, Hitachi will repair or replace the screen if it proves to be defective without charge for labor. For all other parts, Hitachi will provide the labor for warranty repair at no charge for the period of one year from date of original purchase. - Page 55 J. Any unit that has been sold or transferred from the original owner. This limited warranty is made only to the original consumer purchaser of this Hitachi Projection TV and is effective only upon presentation of evidence of provable date of purchase.
- Page 56 The manual states these settings begin on page 43. They actually start on page 42 and continue to page FYI Only!!!! Several of Hitachi's projection televisions had multiple problems with the closed captioning feature. The closed captioning would sometimes appear even though the feature was turned off. In other cases alphanumeric captioning would appear in the upper left hand corner of the set.