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PROJECTION COLOR TELEVISION
Operating Guide for
51F710E, 57F710E, 51F710A,
57F710A and 65F710A
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................... 2-3
FIRST TIME USE ....................................................................................................................... 4-17
THE REMOTE CONTROL ........................................................................................................ 18-29
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ............................................................................................................ 30-55
USEFUL INFORMATION.......................................................................................................... 56-67
END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE...........................................66
APPENDIX ......................................................................................................................................67
INDEX .............................................................................................................................................67
As an Energy Star
®
Partner,
Hitachi, Ltd. has determined
that this product meets the
Energy Star
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guidelines for
energy efficiency.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    57F710A and 65F710A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ... 4-17 THE REMOTE CONTROL ... 18-29 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ... 30-55 USEFUL INFORMATION... 56-67 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HITACHI DTV SOFTWARE...66 APPENDIX ...67 INDEX ...67 As an Energy Star ® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    HITACHI 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: Important Safety Instructions

    Caution 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. Warning • To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

  • Page 4: First Time Use

    “Z” Allen Key (For 57” Models Only) CAUTION: This SLF10 TV Top Shelf for use only with Hitachi 51F710E, 57F710E, 51F710A and 57F710A . Use with other apparatus is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury. Remote Control Unit CLU-4341UG2 (Part No. HL02071) or CLU4351UG2 (Part No. HL02072).
  • Page 5 How to set up your new HITACHI Projection Television ANTENNA Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor TV antenna is recommended for best performance. However, if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be sufficient.
  • Page 6 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. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors.
  • Page 7 Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and Functions In addition to controlling all of the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of devices, such as, DVD Players, CBL (Cable Boxes), set-top-boxes, satellite receivers, and VCRs.

  • Page 8: Front Panel Controls

    Front Panel Controls S-VIDEO VIDEO 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. INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to display the input menu, CABLE, AIR, INPUT: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.

  • Page 9: 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: INPUT 5 AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the played back picture may be abnormal.

  • Page 10: Rear Panel Connections

    Dolby Laboratories. 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 11 Rear Panel Connections TV AS CENTER (INPUTS 1-4) These jacks are for stereo amplifiers with center signal output capability. This feature allows the TV speakers to be used as a center speaker. The TV must be set as a center channel by selecting TV AS CENTER on the Internal Speakers Settings of the Audio Menu (see page 36).
  • Page 12 Rear Panel Connections TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS • S-VIDEO, Y-P and 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. •...

  • Page 13: Connecting External Audio Sources

    Connecting External Audio Sources Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement. The television’s internal speakers will act as center speaker (select AUDIO - INTERNAL SPEAKERS - TV AS CENTER). These FRONT left and right speakers are connected to the FRONT output of a separate audio amplifier.

  • Page 14: Connecting External Video Sources

    Connecting External Video Sources The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box 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 video and audio inputs and outputs.
  • Page 15 Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A COMPOSITE VIDEO AND A STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT1 – INPUT5 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV to the right. 2.
  • Page 16 Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH HDMI OR DVI CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1 1. 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 TV to the right.
  • Page 17 Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A COMPONENT AND AN AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 3 OR 4: Y-P 1. 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 TV to the right. 2.

  • Page 18: The Remote Control

    The Remote Control In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-boxes, satellite receivers (SAT) and DVD players with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area.

  • Page 19: How To Use The Remote To Control Your Tv

    How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 20 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) MODE buttons These buttons allow the remote to control your TV,...
  • Page 20 How to Use the Remote to Control Your 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 21 How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV INPUTS button When the remote control is in TV mode, press this button to access the INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR and SELECT buttons to scroll and select the inputs that are being used. Pressing the INPUTS button repeatedly will also cycle through the Inputs menu items.
  • Page 22 How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV VOLUME (VOL), MUTE button Press the VOLUME button ( obtain the desired sound level. To reduce the sound to one half of normal volume (SOFT MUTE) to answer the telephone, etc., press the MUTE button.
  • Page 23 Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Your HITACHI Projection 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. When a DIGITAL channel is viewed as the main picture, a DIGITAL channel can not be viewed as a sub picture.
  • Page 24 Picture-in-Picture (PIP) PIP Mode Picture-in-Picture This feature is only available with a Digital 16:9, 720p and 1080i signal. To prevent a pattern burn, occasionally move the sub-picture using the CURSOR buttons. MAIN PICTURE MAIN PICTURE SPLIT Mode Picture-in-Picture Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub- picture evenly on the screen.
  • Page 25 Picture-in-Picture (PIP) MAIN FREEZE Press the PAUSE button to freeze one frame of the picture you are currently viewing and the frozen frame will show in the Main Picture. Press the EXIT button to return to normal viewing. This feature is useful for freezing a picture frame with addresses.
  • Page 26 The Remote Control for 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 below for pre-codes).
  • Page 27 These buttons transmit the chosen pre-coded set- top-box/satellite codes. EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. » » SATELLITE BRAND ECOSTAR ...03 HITACHI... 00 HUGHES ...04 RCA ...01 SONY ...02 SET TOP BOX BRAND PANASONIC ...05 RCA ... 06 SAMSUNG ...07 ZENITH ...08...
  • Page 28 EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. » » DVD BRAND APEX ...10 GO VIDEO ... 09 HITACHI...00 KENWOOD ...11 PANASONIC ...02 PIONEER ... 03 RCA ... 04 SAMSUNG ...06 SANYO ...07 SONY ...01 TOSHIBA ...05...
  • Page 29 » » VCR BRAND EMERSON ...20, 21, 22, 23 ,24 FISHER ... 34, 37, 38, 39 HITACHI ...00, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 JVC...49, 50, 51 MAGNAVOX ...12, 13 MITSUBISHI... 27, 28, 29, 30 NEC ... 40, 41 PANASONIC ...10, 11 SAMSUNG ...25, 26...

  • Page 30: On-Screen Display

    On-Screen Display 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Projection TV. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to navigate and highlight a different feature of the On-Screen Display menu. Press the SELECT button to select.
  • Page 31 On-Screen Display Video Picture Mode Select between the two picture modes; Day and Night. Contrast Adjust contrast. Brightness Adjust brightness. Color Adjust color. Tint Adjust tint. Sharpness Adjust sharpness. Color Temperature Set this to High for less intense color with more blue, set to Medium for natural color, set to Standard for standard colors or Black and White for more...
  • Page 32 Video Video Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. You can independently customize each of the 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.
  • Page 33 Video Color Temperature Set this to High for cooler color with more blue, set to Medium for more natural color, set to Standard for accurate color or set to Black/White for more reddish color. Black Enhancement Use this function to enhance Picture brightness in light scenes using the settings off, low, middle and high. Edge Enhancement Use this function to automatically enhance the edges between light and dark areas using the settings Off, Low, Middle and High.
  • Page 34 Video Black Side Panel The BLACK SIDE PANEL function turns the gray side bars on/off when watching 4:3 signals in Standard mode. The top/bottom gray bar will appear in SPLIT MODE PIP and SPLIT FREEZE. The TV set will always return to “Set Black Side Panel - OFF”...

  • Page 35: Audio Menu

    Sound reproduction quality enhancement system. The BBE technology produces sound that is natural and crisp from just two speakers or the two internal speakers found in your HITACHI television. If your HITACHI television is connected to an external audio system, BBE will also create an incredible crisp sound experience from two speakers.
  • Page 36 Audio Audio Source Multi-Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural sound) used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast or SECOND AUDIO PROG (SA) which may be a secondary language, weather report, etc. The sources received will be displayed at the top left edge of the TV.
  • Page 37 Audio Use the functions below if your TV is connected to an amplifier/receiver with OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT with Dolby Digital or PCM decoder capabilities. 1. Use the CURSOR buttons to highlight the function to be adjusted. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to adjust the function.
  • Page 38 Channel Manager Channel Manager Select CHANNEL MANAGER to set your Antenna options, run Auto Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter and Set Channel List. 1. Use the CURSOR buttons function to be adjusted. 2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR button select.
  • Page 39 Channel Manager Auto Channel Scan This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Scan memory. 1. Use the CURSOR buttons to highlight CABLE or AIR. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to highlight the START or RESET option. 3.
  • Page 40 Locks Locks This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. 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.
  • Page 41 When you receive such messages, the Projection Television will immediately tune to an EAS channel as directed by the EAS message. Please be advised that if the EAS channel is blocked using the LOCKS feature, you will not be able to tune to that channel.
  • Page 42 When you receive such messages, the Projection Television will immediately tune to an EAS channel as directed by the EAS message. Please be advised that if the EAS channel is blocked using the LOCKS feature, you will not be able to tune to that channel.
  • Page 43 Locks Canadian Ratings (Eng) Use CANADIAN RATINGS (ENG) to block any type of movie and television program in Canada that you feel might be inappropriate in its content. 1. Use the CURSOR buttons to select the CANADIAN RATINGS (ENG) category that you want to block.
  • Page 44 Locks Canadian Ratings (Frn) Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various program ratings that you feel might be inappropriate in its content. 1. Use the CURSOR buttons CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) category that you want to block. 2.
  • Page 45 Timers Timers Select TIMERS to set your Clock, Sleep Timer, Event Timer and Day/Night Timer Recordings. 1. Use the CURSOR buttons to highlight the function to be adjusted. 2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR button select. Set The Clock The Clock must be adjusted before you can use the SET EVENT TIMER or DAY/NIGHT TIMER feature.
  • Page 46 Timers Set Sleep Timer Select this feature to set your SLEEP TIMER from 30 minutes to 3 hours (30 minute increments). 1. Press the CURSOR buttons set your Timer from 0:00, 0:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30 and 3:00. Set Day/Night Timer Select this feature to activate and set your TV’s DAY/NIGHT PICTURE MODE automatically.
  • Page 47 Timers Set Event Timer This function will automatically operate the Projection TV viewing reservation of a program. If the clock is not set, you 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 45).

  • Page 48: Setup Menu

    To simplify convergence, HITACHI incorporates a function called MAGIC FOCUS located on the front control panel, which allows the TV to self-adjust. Press this MAGIC FOCUS button and the convergence self adjustment will start and this process will take approximately 20 seconds.
  • Page 49 Setup NOTE: 1. Only a momentary press of the MAGIC FOCUS button is necessary to start AUTO DIGITAL CONVERGENCE. At any time during this convergence correction process, you may press the MAGIC FOCUS button to exit the MAGIC FOCUS mode. However, the convergence correction process needs to be completed to SAVE the new corrected convergence data.
  • Page 50 Setup Manual Convergence Adjustment Mode (9 Point Manual Adjustment) NOTE: 1. Please turn ON your television for at least 20 minutes before using this feature. 2. AUTO ADJUSTMENT MODE is recommended. If convergence is still not acceptable, use the MANUAL ADJUSTMENT MODE.
  • Page 51 Setup Manual Convergence Adjustment Mode (117 Point Manual Adjustment) NOTE: 1. Please turn ON your television for at least 20 minutes before using this feature. 2. AUTO ADJUSTMENT MODE is recommended. If convergence is still not acceptable, use the MANUAL ADJUSTMENT MODE.
  • Page 52 Setup Menu Preference This feature will allow you to select any one of three different languages for all on-screen displays. Set the Language This function allows you to choose from three menu languages. 1. Use the CURSOR buttons language of your choice. 2.
  • Page 53 Setup INPUT 4 Auto Link Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to INPUT 4 when it detects a video signal to INPUT 4. 1. Use the CURSOR buttons to highlight the AUTO LINK setting of your choice. 2.
  • Page 54 Setup Digital Captions Set captions for digital programs. This function will help choose and set available language, font, size and style of digital captions. 1. Use the CURSOR buttons highlight and select DIGITAL CAPTIONS feature. 2. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR button return to previous menu.
  • Page 55 (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 56: Useful Information

    (a) Do not attempt to perform this work by yourself. (b) Request an installation specialist to install this unit. (c) HITACHI assumes no responsibility or liability for injury/damage as a result of consumer installation and handling. Be advised that improper consumer installation/handling is not covered by manufacturer’s warranty.
  • Page 57 57” Disassembly/Assembly Instructions STEP 4 Remove the sensor box by unscrewing the 2 screws located on both sides of the sensor box, see (a). Rotate the sensor box and there are 4 low voltage connectors located on the sensor board, see (b). Disconnect the connector with the brown wires (PDSE), see (c) and (d).
  • Page 58 57” Disassembly/Assembly Instructions ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE STEP 8 To re-assemble the set, lift the top portion and align onto the bottom cabinet. Gently lower the top portion until it sits flush on the bottom. STEP 10 Re-install the top (4) four screws into the lower rear cover, see (a).
  • Page 59 (a) Do not attempt to perform this work by yourself. (b) Request an installation specialist to install this unit. (c) HITACHI assumes no responsibility or liability for injury/damage as a result of consumer installation and handling. Be advised that improper consumer installation/handling is not covered by manufacturer’s warranty.
  • Page 60 65” Disassembly/Assembly Instructions STEP 4 Remove the joint connector bolts from each side of the TV set using the allen wrench that is provided inside of the instruction bag, see (a) and (b). STEP 5 Remove from the back side of the TV set only the top 4 screws of the lower rear cover, see (b), as shown by the arrows on the rear cabinet label, see (a).
  • Page 61 65” Disassembly/Assembly Instructions ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE STEP 7 To re-assemble the set, lift the top portion and align onto the bottom cabinet. Gently lower the top portion until it sits flush on the bottom. STEP 8 Re-install the joint connector bolts (4 pcs.) that were removed in step 4 of the disassembly.
  • Page 62 TROUBLESHOOTING HITACHI Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage power surges. IF YOUR TELEVISION SHOULD APPEAR TO HAVE A LOSS OF POWER, PLEASE FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE: 1.

  • Page 63: 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.
  • Page 64 • Audio (Fixed) ...470mVrms, 1k Ohm • S-Video Luminance (Y) ...1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohm Chrominance (C) ...0.286Vp-p, 75 Ohm • Optical Out (Digital Audio) ...1 optical connector DIMENSIONS: 51F710A/E 57F710A/E Height (in.) 50-3/8 54-9/16 (mm) 1,279.0 1,385.6 Width (in.) 48-3/4 (mm) 1,239.0...
  • Page 65 (1-800-448-2244) HITACHI AMERICA, LTD. 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.

  • Page 66: 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").

  • Page 67: Appendix

    Appendix – Additional CableCARD Information After the CableCARD has been successfully installed, a CableCARD Information menu appears in the SETUP menu of the On-Screen Display. Follow the instructions below to access the CableCARD Information menu. 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to access the Main Menu screen.
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