Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 37HLX99 Hitachi
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As an Energy Star ® Partner , Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star ® guidelines for energy efficiency . LCD Flat Panel TELEVISION Operating Guide for 37HLX99 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................
Important Safety Instructions SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HIT ACHI LCD TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI LCD televisions. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units.
3 Important Safety Instructions Power source This LCD television is designed to operate on 120 volts 60 Hz, AC current. Insert the power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet.
4 Accessories First time use Check to make sure you have the following accessories befor e disposing of the packing material. / Power Cord Remote Control Two “AA” size, 1.5V batteries 2 IR Blaster Cables T able T op Stand For U.S. models: For optional accessories, please access our web site at: www .
B A (a) Power Swivel NOT USED (b) Power Swivel USED AB 4 in. 12 in. 10 cm 30 cm 37 " 5 Securing to a table-top 1. Using wood screws (two) fasten the set to the clamping screw holes on the rear of the LCD TV stand as shown below . 2. Using commercially available wood scr ews, secure the set firmly in position.
First time use How to set up your new HIT ACHI LCD T elevision SETTING FOR WALL MOUNTING STEP (1) : Please locate the STAND PLATE metal on the back of the TV . This metal is use to hold the TV and the Base ; so it needs to be remove in order to separate the TV from the Base.
7 First time use How to set up your new HIT ACHI LCD T elevision VIEWING The reccomended viewing horizontal and vertical angles for this LCD TV is 160°.
8 First time use 300-Ohm T win Lead This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm). A/ V Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the television’ s rear jack panel and side control panel.
9 Quick Refer ence Remote Control Buttons and Functions First time use In addition to controlling all of the functions on your HITACHI LCD TV, the new remote control is designed to operate differ ent types of devices, such as, DVD Players, CBL (Cable Boxes), set-top-boxes, satellite receivers, and VCRs.
10 First time use Fr ont/Side Panel Controls Firmly bind the cables. Thread the square hole with the band. Hook the band to the claw. 햲 SIDE POWER button Press this button to turn the LCD Television ON/OFF . It can also be turned ON/OFF by remote control.
Lamp 2 Lamp 1 11 First time use 햺 REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this ar ea when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. 햺 IR OUT sensor Point your equipment’s remote control at this area.
12 Rear Panel Connections First time use 햲 Antenna Input To switch between Cable and Air input, go to the Channel Manager option to change the signal source CABLE or AIR (see page 52).
13 Rear Panel Connections First time use 햽 Upgrade Card This card slot is for futur e software upgrades. Hitachi will notify you if a software upgrade is requir ed for your TV . In order to r eceive written notification, please complete and return your warranty card.
14 First time use The LEFT SIDE panel jacks are pr ovided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder , DVD, Video Game, VCR and a Digital Camera as shown in the following examples: NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to left side panel jacks.
15 First time use The RIGHT SIDE panel jacks are pr ovided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect HDMI or DVI signals from a DVD, Set Top Box , Video Game as shown in the following examples (When connecting DVI signal it will NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to side panel jacks.
First time use (PROVIDED) (PROVIDED) CONNECT TO G-LINK/ IR OUT CONNECT TO IR OUT NOTE: Cables are optional, except when specified. HDMI DIGITAL OUTPUT CAPABILITY HDMI OUTPUT HDMI to HDMI VCR #1 Cable .
17 First time use Tips on Rear Panel Connections • S-VIDEO, Y - P B P R , or HDMI connections are pr ovided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use these connections in place of the standar d video connection if your device has this feature.
18 First time use VCR or Laserdisc Player OUTPUT Back of VCR or Laserdisc Player S-VIDEO R L V Back of VCR OUTPUT VCR CONNECTING A VIDEO AND 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 Rear Panel to the right.
19 First time use HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player DIGITAL OUTPUT Back of HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Player HDMI Cable or LR OUTPUT DIGITAL OUTPUT DVI to HDMI Cable or or P B P R HDTV Set-Top-Box or DVD Pl.
OUTPUT DVD Player OR Back of DVD Player OUTPUT L R Y P B P R HDTV Set-T op Box P R /C R P B /C B Y VIDEO L R AUDIO CONNECTING A COMPONENT AND STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 3 , 4 or 5 : Y- P B P R . 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 Rear panel below .
21 Stereo System Amplifier VCR or other external components INPUT S-VIDEO R L V Optional Back of VCR OUTPUT VCR AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT OPTICAL IN Stereo System Amplifier or DVD Player CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MONAURAL AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 1 ~ INPUT 5 1.
22 First time use Your HITACHI LCD Television is equipped with a G-LINK feature. This connection is necessary for the TV Guide On Screen TM system to work with your cable box to receive program listings and to enable VCR recording features.
The Remote Control 23 In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI LCD TV, the new remote control is designed to operate differ ent types of VCRs, CA TV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver , DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch.
The Remote Control 햲 POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 23 for instructions on how to set the remote contr ol to TV mode.) 햳 MODE Indicator T urns on or blinks to show remote control mode.
25 The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Contr ol Y our TV 16:9 ST ANDARD 2 Use this aspect mode to display 16:9 sources like HDTV and DVD’ s preserving the original 16:9 aspect ratio showing 100% of the size. ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the pictur e format ASPECT ratio.
The Remote Control 햸 DAY/NIGHT button Press this button to toggle between Day(Normal), Day(Dynamic) and Night picture mode settings. Select Day modes for day time viewing with more brightness and contrast to compete with room light.
27 The Remote Control 1. Pr ess the INPUTS button to cycle through the INPUTS selections until the PHOTO INPUT is selected. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR P AD . 2. Press the CURSOR P AD or to access the next or previous photo. 3. Press the SELECT button to view THUMBNAIL.
The Remote Control ROTATE Select this menu item to rotate selected photos either clockwise (CURSORPAD ) and counterclockwise (CURSOR P AD ). SLIDESHOW Select this menu item to start a slideshow of the digital photos.
29 The Remote Control 헁 LAST CHANNEL (LAST CH) button Press this button to toggle between the curr ent and last channel viewed. 헂 VOLUME (VOL) WHEEL, MUTE button Use the VOL WHEEL ( or ) until you obtain the desired sound level. T o reduce the sound to one half of normal volume (SOFT MUTE) to answer the telephone, etc.
The Remote Control 30 + - 햲 햳 Your HITACHI LCD TV incorporates one Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This feature allows you to view Digital Channels and Video inputs on both the main picture and sub pictur e simultaneously , with separate control.
31 The Remote Control Pictur e-In-Picture (PIP) PIP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Select CABLE/AIR or INPUT 1~5 from the INPUTS menu. Select a channel that has a 1080i/720p signal.
The Remote Control 32 햳 PAUSE button If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the P AUSE button. This is convenient when trying to write down the address for a mail order company, recor ding statistics for a sporting event, etc. T o return the picture to motion, press the EXIT button.
33 The Remote Control Operating the precoded function for your cable box. This remote is designed to operate dif ferent types of cable boxes. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system of your cable box (r efer to pages 39-40 for pre-codes).
3 4 The Remote Control Operating the precoded function for your set-top- box/satellite receiver . This remote is designed to operate dif ferent types of set-top-box/satellite systems. Y ou must first program the remote to match the r emote system of your set- top-box/satellite systems (refer to pages 39-40 for pr e- codes).
35 The Remote Control Operating the precoded function for your DVD player. This remote is designed to operate dif ferent types of DVD players. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system of your DVD player (r efer to pages 39-40 for pre-codes).
The Remote Control 36 Operating the precoded function for your VCR/PVR (Personal Video Recorder). This remote is designed to operate dif ferent types of VCRs/PVRs. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system of your VCR/PVR (r efer to pages 39-40 for pre-codes).
37 The Remote Control Operating the precoded function for your Audio component. This remote is designed to operate different types of Audio component. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system of your Audio component (refer to pages 39-40 for pr e-codes).
The Remote Control INPUT ACCESS This optional feature allows the user of the r emote control to setup it’ s ENTER (ENT) button to access the specified input of the TV . Setup for this feature is applicable to the remote contr ol’ s normal mode only and only applies to the DVD, CBL, STB, PVR and AMP modes.
39 The Remote Control Remote Contr ol Codes VCR BRAND ..................CODE ABS ..................................1972 Admiral ....................0048, 0209 Adventura .........................0000 Aiko ....................................0278 Aiwa .
The Remote Control 40 Jasco ............0015, 0153, 0315 Jerrold ......... 0003, 001 1, 0012, 0014, 0015, 0024, 0276, 0476, ..........................................0810 Memorex ...........................0000 Motorola ...... 0276, 0476, 0810, ......
41 Setup Timers Locks TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Audio V ide o Move SEL Select Power Swivel This part of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons to use. On-Screen Display 1. Press MENU on the r emote control to display the differ ent features on your HIT ACHI LCD TV .
TV Guide On Screen Power Swivel Channel Manager Locks Timers Audio Setup On-Screen Display TV Guide On Screen Set, Control and navigate the system Signal Meter Access Signal Meter . Auto Channel Scan Set Auto Channel Scan. Channel List Set Channel List.
43 On-Screen Display V ideo Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and impr ove picture quality . Y ou can independently customize each of the Video Inputs to your pr eference to incr ease viewing performance and pleasure depending upon the video program being viewed.
On-Screen Display V ideo Color T emperature Set this to High for cooler color with more blue, set to Medium for mor e natural color , set to Standard for accurate color or set to Black/White for more reddish color. Black Enhancement Use this function to enhance the shadow detail in dark scenes using the settings off, low , middle and high.
45 On-Screen Display Reset Tint Color Green Red 50% 50% 62 % Color Decoding Video Move SEL Return RGB R G B or Color Decoding Use this function to adjust and balance the percentage of Red, Gr een and Color according to the user’ s prefer ence in each of the four color temperature settings.
On-Screen Display V ideo Reset Video Settings Video Move SEL Return Select “Reset” to return the video menu settings on this Input to the original factory settings.
47 On-Screen Display Audio Perfect Volume Auto Noise Cancel Internal Speakers Audio Source Bass Boost Surround Balance Bass T reble O ff Off On Stereo On Of f L R 50% 50% Audio Move SEL Return OR Setu.
48 On-Screen Display DRC Digital O utp ut Language Loudness Perf ect Volum e Auto N oise Cancel I nternal Sp eakers Audio Source Bass Boost O ff O ff O n Stereo On O n Dolby Digital 1 [ U nknow n] O f.
49 On-Screen Display Setup Timers Locks TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Audio Video Move SEL Select Power Swivel TV Guide On Screen The TV Guide On-Screen system is a built-in featur e that provides a channel lineup and pr ogram listings in your area.
50 On-Screen Display Screen 5: Would you like to use the TV Guide On Screen Use the CURSOR P AD and t o highlight your choice, then press the SELECT button then next. If YES: Please see Screen 6. If NO: Please see Screen 12. Screen 6: The screen will show the correct way to setup the VCR with the G-Link.
51 On-Screen Display Screen 11: Are the settings correct ? If Yes the TV Guide setup is complete, then press SELECT button to continue. If No please make the necessary changes in order to complete the TV Guide setup procedur e.
52 On-Screen Display Channel Manager Channel Manager Aut o Ch ann el S c an Cha nn e l M a n a ge r Move SEL Return Channel List Auto Channel Scan Signal Meter Channel Manager Move SEL Select Channel .
53 On-Screen Display Channel List Auto Channel Scan Signal Meter Channel Manager Move SEL Return Channel List Channel Manager Move Return FAV CH # Scan Lock I D 3 -1 O nO ------- 4O n O ------- 5O n O ------- 6O n O ------- 7O n O ------- 8O n O ------- 9O n O ------- 10 O n O ------- N o I nf o.
54 On-Screen Display Locks Please Enter Access Code Access Code: - - - - [ # K ey s] Enter Code Canadian Ratings(Frn) Canadian Ratings(Eng) TV Ratings Movie Ratings Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select 0 0 0 0 Alternate Ratings U.
55 Movie Ratings Locks Move SEL Return s u t a t S d e t a R t o N G PG PG-13 R N C-17 X Canadian Ratings(Frn) Canadian Ratings(Eng) TV Ratings Movie Ratings Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select Alternate Ratings U.
56 On-Screen Display TV Ratings Locks Move SEL Return g n i t a R b u S Status D L S V FV Y - V T TV -Y7 TV -G TV -PG TV -14 TV -MA Alternate Ratings U.
57 On-Screen Display Canadian Ratings (Eng) Use CANADIAN RA TINGS (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 P AD , or CHANNEL WHEEL buttons to select the CANADIAN RA TINGS (ENG) category that you want to block.
58 On-Screen Display Locks Canadian Ratings (Frn) Use CANADIAN RA TINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French pr ograms according to various pr ogram ratings that you feel might be inappropriate in its content. 1. Use the CURSOR P AD , or CHANNEL WHEEL buttons to select the CANADIAN RA TINGS (FRN) category that you want to block.
59 On-Screen Display Alternate Ratings (Example Only) : G General audiences. All ages admitted. PG Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for childr en. PG-13 Parents str ongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for childr en under 13.
60 On-Screen Display Set The Clock Timers Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep Timer Set The Clock Timers Move SEL Select Not Set 0:00 -- : -- AM PST Move SEL Return Time Zone : PST Date : Jan. 1 2005 Time : -- : -- AM Automatically adjust clock for daylight savings changes.
61 Set Day/Night Timer Timers Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep Timer Set The Clock Timers Move SEL Select Not Set -- : -- PST Move SEL Return Activate Day Mode On : 06:00 AM Day Mode O : 06:00 PM 0:00.
62 Setup Set The Menu Options Setup Move SEL Return Set The Language : English Set The Menu Background : Shaded Setup Timers Locks TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Audio Video Move SEL Select Power .
63 On-Screen Display Menu Preference Setup Move SEL Return Set The Language : English Set The Menu Background : Shaded Set the Menu Background This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds. 1. Use the CURSOR P AD or to highlight SET THE MENU BACKGROUND (SHADED OR SOLID) of your choice.
64 On-Screen Display Set The Inputs Setup Move SEL Return Input1 : * * * * Input2 : * * * * Input3 : * * * * Input4 : * * * * Auto Link : O Input5 : * * * * Set The Inputs Set The Power Saving Set .
65 Set The Closed Captions Setup Move SEL Return Caption Display : O Analog Mode : Captions Channel : 1 Digital Language : 1(Unknown) Font : Default H i t a c h i Size : Standard Style : Standard S.
66 On-Screen Display Set The Output Terminals Setup Move SEL Return io Out : V ideo Out : Monitor Au d Fixed Set The Inputs Set The Power Saving Set The Menu Options Set The Closed Captions Set The Ou.
On-Screen Display 67 Setup After the CableCARD has been successfully installed, you can access CableCARD Information menu in the SETUP menu of the On-Screen Display . 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Contr ol to access the Main Menu screen. Follow the instructions below to access the CableCARD Information menu.
68 On-Screen Display Reset The Software Setup Move SEL Return Main Vxxxx.xxxx MMC Software Upgrade: Upgrade Now Please Insert MMC card Reset TV Settings No Y es (Select "Yes" to return all settings to the factory default after main power OFF/ON.
69 On-Screen Display Setup Reset TV Settings This function allows you to Reset all TV Settings to the original factory settings on all modes during the next 2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR P AD to select Reset The Software . 3. Use the CURSOR P AD to access the Reset TV Settings option.
70 Useful Information Equipment Car e and T roubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING Your HITACHI LCD Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage power surges.
71 Useful Information IGNITION NOISE: Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear , picture may flutter or drift. Usually caused by interference fr om automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, and other electrical appliances. GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths.
72 Useful Information A buzzing sound might be heard when the LCD display monitor is turned on in a very quiet room. This is due to the LCD panel drive circuit when it is functioning.
73 Useful Information TV Guide On-Screen TM Frequently asked quiestions continued If I add a recor der or change my cable service, how do I change my Setup information? 1) Highlight the Setup Service in the Guide. 2) Use the down arrow to select Change System Settings.
Useful Information 74 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.
75 Useful Information 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.
76 Useful Information Set Dimensions 37 Inch Models (Includes T able T op Stand) W eight (lbs./kg): 6 3 . 9 / 29 B B D E J H G A C I F C D A G E H F L K J I M N N Inches MM Units L M K 37-3/8 2-1/2 2-1/2 28-9/16 26-3/16 19-1/8 1 6 - 1 1/16 14- 1 / 4 32-7/16 18-5/16 4-3/4 3 / 4 3 -1 5 / 16 14-3/8 949.
77 Useful Information Hitachi HIT ACHI AMERICA, L TD. HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION HIT ACHI has made every effort to assur e you hours of trouble fr ee operation from your unit. However , should you requir e service, a network of HIT ACHI Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico.
78 Useful Information 쐃 쐇 쐋 Service Information 쐃 쐇 Look on the right side of the TV. Locate the LABEL where it shows the information related to MODEL NAME and SERIAL #. HITACHI Service Department will require this information in order to give you the proper support regarding your questions.
79 End User License Agr eement for HIT ACHI DTV Software END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HIT ACHI DTV SOFTW ARE IMPORT ANT – READ CAREFULL Y : This End User License Agreement for HIT ACHI DTV Softwar.
80 End User License Agr eements for Operating System Software SOFTWARE LICENSE INFORMATION Your HITACHI brand digital television (the “DTV”) uses certain open source operating system software (the “OS Software”) distributed pursuant to GNU GE NERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2 and GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2.
81 Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it. By contrast, the GNU General Public License is intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change free software--to make sure the software is free for all its users.
82 End User License Agr eement for Operating System Software In addition, mere aggregation of another work not based on the Program with the Program (or with a work based on the Program) on a volume of a storage or distribution medium does not bring the other work under the scope of this License.
83 End User License Agr eement for Operating System Software TO, THE IMPLIED W A RRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A P ARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE ENTIRE RISK AS T O THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REP AIR OR CORRECTION.
84 Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it. By contrast, the GNU General Public Licenses are intended to guarantee your freedom to share and change free software--to make sure the software is free for all its users.
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88 Picture Format for Each Input Source Aspect Specifications Yes : Selectable No : Un - In put A uto Aspect Aspect Appendixes Appendixes Appendix A: S i g n al As pect V id eo ID 16: 9 Standard 1 16:.
89 Appendixes ( Continuation ) I nput A ut o Aspect Aspect Aspect Specifications Yes : Selectable No : Un - Selectable S i g n al As p ect V i deo ID 16: 9 Standard 1 16:9 Standard 2 16:9 Zoom 4:3 Sta.
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