Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 36SDX88B Hitachi
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36" PC READY COLOR TV 36SDX88B OPERA TING GUIDE IMPORT ANT SAFEGUARDS 2-5 SET UP Custom VIDEO AUDIO THEA TER INFO Custom Custom Set Up Custom Custom Custom Custom Custom Custom CUSTOM Set Up USIN.
2 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this PC ready color television receiver . W ARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PC READY COLOR TELEVISION SYSTEM T O RAIN OR MOISTURE. NOTE: ¥ There are no user serviceable parts inside the receiver .
3 IMPORT ANT FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY 1. This PC ready color television set is equipped with a three-prong grounded, alternating-current line plug. This plug will fit only three terminal receptacles. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the three terminal plug.
IMPORT ANT 4 19. The PC ready color television set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power sup ply at your home, consult your television dealer or local power company .
5 PICTURE CAUTIONS W ARNING Continuous On-Screen Displays such as video games, stock market quotations, com puter generated graphics, and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can cause per manent damage to PC Ready Color T elevision Receivers. Such P A TTERN BURNS con stitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HIT ACHI Factory W arranty .
6 ACCESSORIES Check that you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. 1. Remote Control Unit. 2. T wo AA size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit).
REMOTE CONTROL BA TTER Y INST ALLA TION AND REPLACEMENT 7 1. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers. 2. Insert two new AA size batteries in the remote. When replacing old batteries, push them towards the springs and lift them out.
8 HOW T O SET UP YOUR NEW HIT ACHI PC READY COLOR TV ANTENNA Unless your PC ready color TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for best performance.
9 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.
10 1. VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV 3. When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected When using a 75-Ohm coax ial cable system, Attach an optional ANTENNA MIXER to the TV disconnect the VHF adaptor from the VHF 75-Ohm antenna terminal and connect the cables to the receptacle and connect the outdoor antenna or ANTENNA MIXER.
11 FRONT P ANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW A detailed explanation of the circled numbers is on page 12. See page 23 for MENU, CURSOR, and EXIT button operations.
12 FRONT P ANEL CONTROLS VOLUME Buttons Press these buttons for your desired sound level. The volume level will be displayed on the PC ready color TV screen. CHANNEL Buttons Press these buttons until the desired channel appears at the top right corner of the PC ready color TV screen.
13 REAR P ANEL JACKS REAR VIEW Antenna Inputs The VHF/UHF terminal can be used for normal TV , cable TV (CA TV), a video game, etc. Audio/Video Inputs 1,2 The INPUT button will step through each signal source input each time it is pressed.
14 REAR P ANEL JACKS TIPS ON REAR P ANEL CONNECTIONS The S-Video connection is provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc., that have this feature. Use this connection in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature.
REAR P ANEL CONNECTIONS 15 S-VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1 INPUT 2 MONITOR OUT AUDIO TO HI FI L R PC CONTROL PC AUDIO INPUT VHF/UHF PC RGB INPUT 1 V L R Optional, see tips on page 14 B R Y C C OUTPUT .
16 To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below . NOTE: To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound using the remote control of the PC ready color TV set.
17 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder , and laserdisc player 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.
18 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLA YER 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack on the PC ready color TV . 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT(AUDIO/R) jack.
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES 19 CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC PLA YER OR DVD PLA YER TO INPUT 2. 1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 (Y) jack as shown on the PC color ready TV set below .
20 AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound requirements.. (See page 54 to 56 for SRS and BBE functions.) The PC ready color television s internal speakers.
21 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV Ad etailed explanation of the circled numbers follows on page 22 to 24..
22 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV TV POWER Button Press this button to turn the PC ready color TV set on or of f. TV/CABLE /VCR Button Press these buttons to control your PC ready color TV , cable/satellite or VCR. See remote control programming section for detailed explanation.
23 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV MENU, EXIT and CURSOR Buttons All On-Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using these buttons. The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display . The EXIT button will quit the On-Screen Display .
24 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV INPUT Button The INPUT button will select between the antenna signal, the video input jacks and PC input, each time the button is pressed. SLEEP Button Press this button to display the SLEEP TIMER in the lower left corner of the screen.
25 PICTURE-IN-PC Y our PC ready color TV incorporates PinPC technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. The Picture-in-PC feature is convenient when you want to watch a program. Y ou can watch your PC operation while viewing other programs from Antenna, Video and component input sources.
26 PICTURE-IN-PC PC:RGB1 Main Picture Sub Picture (Large) PC:RGB1 PC:RGB1 PIP PIP PIP Sub Picture (Small) PiPC PiPC PiPC Signal Resolution Horizontal V ertical Freq. (kHz) Polarity Freq. (Hz) Polarity VGA 640x480 31.5 Negative 60 Negative VGA 640x480 37.
27 USING THE REMOTE T O CONTROL YOUR VCR FUNCTIONS A detailed explanation of the circled number follows on page 28..
28 USING THE REMOTE T O CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS VCR Button This allows the remote to control your VCR by setting it to VCR mode. PRECODED VCR Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes. EXCLUSIVE PC ready color TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the PC ready color TV .
29 USING THE REMOTE T O CONTROL CABLE/SA TELLITE BOX FUNCTION A detailed explanation of the circled numbers follows on page 30..
30 USING THE REMOTE T O CONTROL CABLE/SA TELLITE BOX FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your cable/satellite box. This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes and satellite systems. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system in your cable/satellite box.
31 VCR AND CABLE/SA TELLITE CODES The remote control is capable of operating many brands of VCRs and cable boxes. Y ou must first program the remote control to match the remote system in your VCR or cable box. NOTE: The remote control memory is limited.
32 UL TRA TEC ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y With HIT ACHI S UL TRA T EC On-Screen Display , each category has it s own color and icon. This semi-transparent system includes SET -UP , CUSTOM, VIDEO, AUDIO, THEA TER, and INFO CENTER categories. Using the four cursor buttons, you can easily access and control all of the PC ready color T V s functions.
UL TRA TEC ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y 33 MENU LANGUAGE Choose English, French, or Spanish language. SIGNAL SOURCE Select Antenna (Indoor or Outdoor) or Cable TV . AUTO CHANNEL SET First time set up for channel buttons. CHANNEL MEMORY Add or erase channel manually .
34 SET UP SETUP Select SETUP when setting your PC ready color TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR or buttons on the remote to highlight the function desired. This feature will allow you to select any one of three different languages for all on-screen displays.
35 SET UP SETUP Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select CA TV if you have cable TV . Press CURSOR or to highlight and select the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode. Press EXIT to quit MENU or CURSOR to return to previous menu.
36 SET UP SETUP This feature will automatically store active TV channels in CHANNEL MEMORY . This will allow you to skip over unused channels when using CHANNEL UP ( ) or DOWN ( ) buttons. If the EXIT button is pressed while the AUTO CHANNEL SET function is engaged, programming will stop.
37 Use this function after AUTO CHANNEL SET to add or erase additional channels to or from the PC ready color TV channel memory . Add or erase additional channels while still in CHANNEL MEMORY using CHANNEL or or the number buttons to change the channel.
38 SET UP This function allows you to review which channels are labeled in CHANNEL ID (ID.), which have been added to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), and which are protected by CHILD LOCK (LOCK). Press CURSOR or to review more channels. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu.
39 Use this feature for all time related functions. The time must be set before you can use the CALENDAR, 4 EVENT PROGRAM, SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER, or TV TIME OUT . Use CURSOR or to set the time, AM or PM, date and year . Press CURSOR or to change position.
CUSTOM 40 Use this feature to give a name to any of the three video inputs. Press CURSOR to select the video input to be named. Press CURSOR or to select letters. Press CURSOR or to change position. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu when the CURSOR is in the first position.
41 CUSTOM CUST OM This function allows you to group your favorite channels into six personalized categories that you can rename. A total of 24 channels can be stored in the F AMIL Y F A VORITES function.
42 CUST OM CUSTOM Use this function to display F AMIL Y F A VORITES selections to tune the main picture to a desired favorite channel. Once your favorite channels are registered in the F AMIL Y F A VORITES menu, your PC ready color TV set will change to that station when selected.
43 CUST OM CUSTOM This feature allows you to block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input of any channel that you feel may be inappropriate for your children. There is no limit to the number of channels that can be locked. Y our secret code allows you to reinstate these channels any time you wish.
44 CUST OM CUSTOM NOTE: 1. When using TV TIME OUT make sure the clock is set (see page 39). 2. When the recall button is pressed, a special icon appears on the screen and indicates that CHILD LOCK is activated.
45 This function will automatically turn the TV on and of f, one time only , every day or once a week. Press CURSOR to select PROGRAM 1, 2, 3, or 4. Press CURSOR or to select the time the PC ready color TV will turn on and off. Use CURSOR to change position.
46 Use this function to automatically turn the PC ready color TV on and tune to VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3, when it detects a VIDEO input. Use CURSOR to select Video Input.
47 CUST OM CUSTOM DISPLA Y : ON/OFF will turn the or display on or off. MODE: C.C. (Closed Caption) is for the program you are viewing. TEXT is for additional information such as news reports or a TV program guide. This information covers the entire screen and viewing the PC ready color TV program is not possible.
48 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality . Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture. Use the CURSOR or buttons to highlight the function to be adjusted.
49 VIDEO VIDEO Y our PC ready color TV has the following functions which will adjust picture settings to produce the highest quality picture possible. Use CURSOR or to select function. Use CURSOR to change the function setting. When the function has an X in the box, it is ON.
50 VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT SET The COMPONENT SET function is very useful when setting up High Definition, Standard Definition and NTSC signal while changing the aspect ratio and moving the Horizontal Position. Press CURSOR to select Color System (HDTV , SDTV/DVD, NTSC).
51 AUDIO AUDIO Select AUDIO SETTINGS to adjust the PC ready color TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality . This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers. Use CURSOR or to highlight the function to be adjusted. Press CURSOR or to adjust the function.
52 AUDIO AUDIO Use ADV ANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your PC ready color TV , depending on listening conditions. MTS MODE Multi-Channel T elevision Sound (MTS) will allow you to s.
53 AUDIO VOLUME CORRECTION Use this function to reduce the volume level of up to four channels that sound loud compared to other channels. MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT CURSOR CURSOR MENU TO MENU BAR .
54 THEA TER THEA TER Use this function to choose audio settings for a true home THEA TER experience. Based on the principles of the human hearing system, SRS technology delivers an exciting and realistic 3D Sound experience from just two speakers (or) the two internal speakers of your HIT ACHI PC ready color television.
55 THEA TER THEA TER SRS G ) ( VIDEO MODE CURSOR Set Up Theater Set Up Set Up Set Up Set Up Set Up MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT Set Up Theater Set Up Set Up Set Up Set Up Set Up MENU TO MENU BAR .
56 Sound reproduction quality enhancement system. The BBE technology produces sound that is natural and crisp from just two speakers (or) the two internal speakers of you HIT ACHI PC ready color television.
57 INFO INFO Use this function to set up to six special events into memory . These events can then be viewed in CALENDAR mode. Press CURSOR to select EVENT 1 to 6. Press CURSOR or to select a letter . Press CURSOR to change position. Set Special Day of reminder using cursor buttons.
58 INFO INFO Use this function to check the day , month, and year . Dates programmed in SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER will appear blinking and special event message will be displayed. Press CURSOR or to change the month. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu.
59 INFO Use this function to display a description of the current menu. AUTO HELP Press CURSOR , to select ON or OFF . Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR to return to previous menu. INFO NOTE: Y ou can also turn this function ON and OFF by pressing the HELP button on the remote control.
60 NOTE: The Mini DIN 6 pin keyboard terminal underneath the PC CONTROL at rear panel does not work on this model. NOTE: If PC is set to correct horizontal and vertical frequencies and the picture is out of sync or scrambled, check the video card documentation and set up software to properly set the monitor .
61 PC MODE CONTROLS 1. FRONT P ANEL 2. REMOTE CONTROL A detailed explanation of the circled numbers follows on page 62. 0 9 8 7 4 5 6 1 2 3 MENU SLEEP INPUT CLU-433FC FAV CH EXIT CH VOL HELP POSITION TV CABLE VCR POWER CURSOR CONTROL TV/VCR REC STOP PA USE PIPC SIZE H H V V FAV CH RECALL C.
62 PC MODE CONTROLS MENU Button Press MENU to display PC mode On-Screen Display . After completing adjustment, press MENU to store. EXIT Button Press EXIT button to exit the on-screen display .
63 PC MODE CONNECTION AND OPERA TION 2. T urn the TV/PC monitor power on. 3. Press the input button on the front panel or on the remote control until you select PC mode. 4. T urn the PC power on. 5. Press volume up ( ) or down ( )t o increase or decrease the sound level.
64 PC ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y PICTURE ADJUSTMENTS The following adjustments are independent of the TV mode: ¥Press MENU in PC mode for on-screen display . ¥Press CURSORS right ( ) or ( ) left to highlight the item to be adjusted. ¥Press CURSORS up ( ) or down ( ) to select the highlighted item.
65 PC ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y Use Left/Right cursors to adjust pincushion. Press the MENU button to store and EXIT to quit. V SIZE This feature allows you to adjust the vertical size in PC mode. PINCUSHION This feature allows you to adjust the left and right sides (pincushion) in PC Mode.
66 PC ON SCREEN DISPLA YS SET UP ADJUSTMENTS RGB INPUT KEYBOARD DEGAUSS This feature allows you to select PC INPUT between RGB1 or RGB2. ¥U se right CURSOR to select between RGB1 or RGB2. ¥ Press MENU button to store and EXIT to quit. ¥ RGB1 when selected, the PC Input will be on the Rear Panel.
67 PC ON SCREEN DISPLA YS COLOR TEMPERA TURE ASPECT RA TIO RESET Press CURSOR for more set up adjustments. ¥ Use CURSOR or then CURSOR to set Color T emperature to 9300¡k, 8000¡k or 6500¡k depending on your preference. ¥ Press MENU button to store and EXIT to quit.
68 PC ON-SCREEN DISPLA YS CONTRAST This feature allows you to adjust the contrast in PC mode. BRIGHTNESS This feature allows you to adjust brightness in PC Mode. Use Left/Right cursors to adjust contrast. Press MENU button to store and EXIT to quit. NOTE: See TV contrast feature for additional information regarding contrast.
69 Use the CURSOR or to highlight the function to be adjusted. Press CURSOR or to adjust the function. Press MENU button to store and EXIT to quit. BASS This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers. TREBLE This function controls the high frequency audio to all speakers.
70 PC ON-SCREEN DISPLA YS This feature allows you to turn on or off the BBE function. Use CURSOR or , the CURSOR to select BBE and turn in on or off. Press MENU button to store and EXIT to quit. This feature allows you to adjust the tilt position of the display .
71 PLUG and PLA Y PLUG & PLA Y This monitor 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 .
72 AGENCY REGULA TOR Y INFORMA TION Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
73 USEFUL INFO DEMAN MOI! ASK ME! DO Make sure the PC ready color TV is turned of f when cleaning the screen. Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty .
74 ¥ 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 PC ready color television signal following two paths.
AUDIO 75 DEMAN MOI! ASK ME! USEFUL INFO This PC ready Color T elevision incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to internal voltage or power surges.
76 Inputs: ¥ Power Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AC 120V , 60Hz ¥ Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180W ¥ Power Consumption (maximum) . . . . . . . . . .240W ¥ Antenna input impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Ohm ¥ Channel coverage .
77 Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. 1855 Dornoch Court San Ysidro, CA. 92173 Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit.
78 FEA TURE INFORMA TION DEMAND MOI! ASK ME! As the digital era dawns, Hitachi has models that provide the best possible images today ....and tomorrow .
79 NOTES: DEMAND MOI! ASK ME!.
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