Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 50V715 Hitachi
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LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Operating Guide for 42V710, 50V710, 60V710 42V715, 50V715, 60V715 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................ 2-3 FIRST TIME USE .......................
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HIT ACHI LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality , performance, and ease of service of HIT ACHI televisions. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units.
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTE.
ACCESSORIES 4 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-3842WL (Part No. HL02062) or CLU-3844WL (Part No. HL02064). 2. T wo “AA” size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit).
HOW T O SET UP YOUR NEW HIT ACHI LCD REAR PTV 5 ANTENNA Unless your LCD Rear PTV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor TV antenna is recommended for best performance.
HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS 6 ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK P ANEL VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CA TV (Cable TV) When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect CA TV coaxial cable to the ANT A (75-Ohm) terminal. If you have an antenna, connect the coaxial cable to the ANT B terminal.
SIDE P ANEL CONTROLS 7 INPUT/EXIT VOL- VOL+ CH- CH+ E F G H f b d e g g i j k MENU/SELECT POWER S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO L/MONO R INPUT 5 PHOTO INPUT c h a a 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.
SIDE P ANEL CONTROLS 8 FIRST TIME USE i POWER light This light is on during normal operation. Light Blinking Slowly (2 seconds): television lamp is cooling down. It takes 12-15 seconds to warm up and about 2 minutes to cool down. j TEMP indicator This light is off during normal operation.
9 SIDE P ANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS The side panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in the following examples: NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks.
10 REAR P ANEL JACKS FIRST TIME USE a Antenna Input ANT A - A 75-Ohm RF antenna or CA TV (Cable TV) input. ANT A can be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B - A 75-Ohm RF antenna input. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture.
11 REAR P ANEL JACKS FIRST TIME USE f HDMI1 (High Definition Multimedia Interface) (INPUT 1) About HDMI HDMI is the next-generation all digital interface for consumer electronics. HDMI enables the secure distribution of uncompressed high-definition video and multi-channel audio in a single cable.
REAR P ANEL JACKS 12 After the CableCARD is installed, wait until the second screen below appears. The third screen below will appear if a channel is not authorized for viewing. Press the EXIT button to exit the second screen. Please take note of all information on the screen (you will provide this information to your cable operator).
13 REAR P ANEL CONNECTIONS NOTES: 1. Connect only 1 component to each input jack. 2. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. 3. Inputs 1 and 2 can accomodate Composite and Component video signals. 4. Cables are not included with the purchase of this TV , except when noted as “provided”.
14 TIPS ON REAR P ANEL CONNECTIONS • S-VIDEO, HDMI and component 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.
15 CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; and 6,381,747 licensed for limited viewing uses only.
16 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A MONAURAL 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 set below . 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack.
17 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A STEREO SOURCE T O 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 set below . 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack.
18 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO SOURCE TO INPUT 3, 4 AND 5 1. Connect the cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below . 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack.
19 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH HDMI or DVI CAP ABILITY T O 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 set below .
20 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE T O INPUT 1 OR 2: 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 TV set below .
21 THE REMOTE CONTROL THE REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HIT ACHI Projection TV , the new remote control is designed to operate dif ferent types of VCRs, CA TV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver , DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch.
22 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV a POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or of f when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 21 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) b MODE Indicator T urns on or blinks to show remote control mode.
23 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV f 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.
24 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV g DA Y/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.
25 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV n INPUTS button When the remote control is in TV mode, press this button to access the INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR P AD and SELECT button to select the inputs that are being used. Pressing the INPUTS button repeatedly will also cycle through the Inputs menu items.
26 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV PHOTO INPUT This feature is useful for viewing digital still pictures from your digital camera using the Photo Input in the side panel of the TV .
27 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV Jump Slideshow Rotate Slideshow Jump Slideshow Rotate 5 sec Start Interval 5 seconds 5 seconds.. etc. SLIDESHOW Select this menu item to start a slideshow of the Photos in your digital camera. T ime interval selections can be set from 5, 10 and 30 seconds.
28 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV o 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.
29 HOW T O USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV p VOLUME (VOL) WHEEL, MUTE button Use the VOL WHEEL ( G or H ) 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.
30 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) Use above connection to view VCR program as a sub-picture while viewing another program as main picture (ANT A, ANT B, INPUT :2, INPUT :3, INPUT :4, or INPUT :5). Y ou may also view the VCR program as a main picture while viewing another program as a sub-picture (ANT A, INPUT :2, INPUT :3, INPUT :4 or INPUT :5).
31 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and sub-picture evenly on the screen. Main Picture Sub Picture SURF MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Surf Mode PIP automatically scans all active channels (those set in memory) and displays them as PIP sub-pictures or Thumbnail channels.
32 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) b P AUSE 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 , recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. T o return the picture to motion, press the EXIT button.
33 USING THE REMOTE T O CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your cable box. This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system of your cable box (refer to pages 39-40 for pre-codes).
34 USING THE REMOTE T O CONTROL SET -T OP-BOX/SA TELLITE 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.
35 USING THE REMOTE T O CONTROL DVD FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your DVD player . This remote is designed to operate different types of DVD players. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system of your DVD player (refer to pages 39-40 for pre-codes).
36 USING YOUR REMOTE T O CONTROL VCR/PVR FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your VCR/PVR (Personal Video Recorder). This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs/PVRs. Y ou must first program the remote to match the remote system of your VCR/PVR (refer to pages 39-40 for pre-codes).
37 USING YOUR REMOTE T O CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT GUIDE a b a b C.C. a a a MY AUDIO EQUIPMENT CODE IS: NOTES: 1. The REC (Record) button only applies to some precoded amplifier/receiver codes. 2. Refer to instruction manual of the Audio equipment for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Audio equipment.
38 USING YOUR REMOTE “ENT” BUTTON T O ACCESS THE SPECIFIED INPUT OF THE TV INPUT ACCESS This optional feature allows the user of the remote control to setup it’s ENTER (ENT) button to access the specified input of the TV .
39 PVR/VCR, CABLE, SA TELLITE, DVD AND AUDIO CODES FOR REMOTE CONTROL VCR BRAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CODE ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1972 Admiral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0048, 0209 Adventura . . . . . . . . . .
PVR/VCR, CABLE, SA TELLITE, DVD AND AUDIO CODES FOR REMOTE CONTROL 40 NSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0063 Novaplex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0618 Oak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0019 Optimus . . .
41 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y (OSD) 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the dif ferent features on your HIT ACHI LCD TV . 2. Press the CURSOR P AD to highlight a dif ferent feature. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. GUIDE Locks Chan.
42 ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y (OSD) Picture Mode Select between the two picture modes; Day and Night. Contrast Adjust contrast. Brightness Adjust brightness. Color Adjust color .
ON-SCREEN DISPLA Y (OSD) 43 Set the Antenna Set Antenna settings. Auto Channel Scan Set Auto Channel Scan. Signal Meter Access Signal Meter . Channel List Set Channel List. Change Access Code Change Lock access code. Engage Lock Choose to lock channel, video input, and/or front panel.
VIDEO 44 Color Brightness Contrast Picture Mode Video Move SEL Select Color Temperature Sharpness Tint Contrast Mode Black Enhancement 100% 50% 50% 50% High Locks Chan.
VIDEO 45 Use this function to change the contrast between black and white levels in the picture. Use the CURSOR P AD G or H to highlight the function to be adjusted. Press the CURSOR P AD F or E to adjust the function. Press the SELECT button to select the function settings.
VIDEO 46 This function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and return it to the Day VIDEO mode. Use CURSOR P AD to highlight functions. Press the SELECT button to select Reset V ideo Settings. Use the CURSOR P AD H to access other video settings.
VIDEO 47 Use this function to adjust and balance the percentage of Red, Green and Blue according to the user ’ s preference in each of the four color temperature settings.
AUDIO 48 Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality . Audio SRS Balance Bass Treble Audio Move SEL Return Audio Source BBE Perfect Volume Internal Speakers 50% Off Stereo Locks Chan.
AUDIO 49 Multi-Channel T elevision Sound will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural sound) used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast or 2nd Audio Prog (SAP) which may be a secondary language, weather report, etc. The sources received will be displayed at the top right edge of the TV .
50 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.
ASPECT 51 Auto Aspect Automatically adjust the Aspect Ratio depending on the input signal to fill the screen. Press THE CURSOR P AD G , H , F , E to select menu item. Press THE SELECT button to select. A “ A ” in the box indicates that the feature is ON.
CHANNEL MANAGER 52 Select Channel Manager to set your Antenna options, run Auto Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter and Set Channel List. NOTE: When a CableCARD is installed, Auto Channel Scan will not be available. This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Scan memory .
53 CHANNEL MANAGER This function allows you to review which channels are labeled (CH ID), which have been added to Channel Memory (SCAN), which are protected by LOCK and which are your Favorite (F A V) Channels. Select Signal Meter when using an indoor or outdoor antenna.
54 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 .
LOCKS 55 Use MOVIE RA TINGS to prevent viewing of any movie that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. Use the CURSOR P AD G or H to select the MOVIE RA TING category that you want to block. Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RA TING that you have selected.
LOCKS 56 TV Ratings Move SEL Return Status TV-Y: TV-Y7: TV-G: TV-PG: TV-14: TV-MA: Sub Category DL S VF V Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select Canadian Ratin.
LOCKS 57 Canadian Ratings (Eng) Move SEL Return Status C: C8+: G: PG: 14+: 18+: Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select Canadian Ratings (Frn) Canadian Ratings .
LOCKS 58 Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Return Status G: 8 ans+: 13 ans+: 16 ans+: 18 ans+: Movie Ratings TV Time Lock Engage Lock Change Access Code Locks Move SEL Select Canadian Ratings (Frn) Cana.
TIMERS 59 Select T imers to set your Clock, Sleep Timer , Event T imer and Day/Night Timer Recordings. Timers Move SEL Return Select Locks Chan. Manager Aspect Audio Video Move SEL Sel Timers Setup Se.
TIMERS 60 Select this feature to set your Sleep T imer from 30 minutes to 3 hours (30 minute increments). Timers Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep Timer Set The Clock Set Event Timer Timers Set Day/Night .
TIMERS 61 NOTE: 1. When the INFO button is pressed, the Event T imer Icon will only display the current date ON/OFF timer . 2. The Off T imer will only activate if the TV was turned on by the On T imer and no channel selection was made after this time.
TIMERS 62 This function will turn off the TV automatically when a video signal is not detected for 15 minutes. Timers Set Auto Power Off Timers Set Day/Night Timer Set Sleep Timer Set The Clock Set Event Timer Move SEL Return Yes No Select yes to have the TV turn off Automatically when a video signal is not detected for 15 minutes.
SETUP 63 Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR P AD G or H on the remote to highlight the function desired. Setup Set The Inputs Screen Saver Menu Preference Setup Move SEL Return Set Monitor Out Set Closed Captions Locks Chan.
SETUP 64 This function allows you to choose from two menu backgrounds. Use CURSOR P AD F , E to highlight Set The Menu Background (shaded or solid), and press the SELECT button to select setting. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR P AD F to return to previous menu.
SETUP 65 Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs. Use the CURSOR P AD to highlight the name of the video inputs. Press the SELECT button to select desired input name. Select Reset to set video names to original factory preset condition.
66 SETUP Caption Display: On/Off will turn the display on or of f. Auto will turn the display on when Mute/Soft Mute is on. Caption Mode: Captions is for the program you are viewing. T ext is for additional information such as news reports or a TV program guide.
SETUP 67 Select this feature to access your CableCARD ID and HOST ID. Please have this information ready when you call your cable operator (see also page 12).
SETUP 68 NOTE: Any power interruption during the upgrade process will cancel the upgrade. When this happens, repeat the upgrade procedure. Upgrades Move SEL Select Software Version #: Main VXX.XX MMC Software Upgrade Please insert MMC card before upgrading.
69 LAMP REPLACEMENT Lamp Replacement After extended use, if the TV picture turns dark, the color looks unusual or LAMP INDICA TOR light turns on, then it is time to replace the lamp with a new lamp. Lamp Life The lamp life may vary based on usage of the LCD Rear PTV .
70 LAMP REPLACEMENT 120V FRONT COVER 1. T urn off the main power switch and unplug the power cord. CAUTION: THE LAMP IS VER Y HOT AND MA Y CAUSE FIRE OR SEVERE BURNS. W AIT A T LEAST 30~45 MINUTES T O ALLOW THE LAMP TO COOL BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH LAMP REMOV AL.
71 LAMP REPLACEMENT SCREW LAMP COVER PHILLIP HEAD SCREW DRIVER 3. Remove the screw securing the lamp cover with a Phillips head screw driver as shown. Remove the lamp cover . HANDLE REMOVE SCREWS HANDLE LAMP UNIT 4. Remove the two screws that hold the lamp in place.
72 LAMP REPLACEMENT 6. Without installing the lamp cover , the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 8). Be sure to install the lamp cover by re-engaging the two clips and tighten the screws before turning the power on, otherwise it may cause unusual colors.
73 CARE OF YOUR HIT ACHI TELEVISION AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO 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 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.
USEFUL INFO 75 HIT ACHI Liquid Crystal Display 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 T O HA VE A LOSS OF POWER, PLEASE FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE: 1.
USEFUL INFO 76 Inputs: • Power Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AC 120V , 60Hz • Stand-by Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.6W • Power Consumption - Refer to rear panel at the back of the T .V . • Antenna input impedance . . . . . . .
USEFUL INFO 77 Hitachi America, L TD. 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.
USEFUL INFO 78 In Canada: 1-800-HIT ACHI (1-800-448-2244) Monday - Friday EST 9:00am - 7:00pm Saturday EST 9:00am - 5:00pm Hitachi Canada, L TD. 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.
79 INDEX A Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Antennas (Connecting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,6 Aspect Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23,51 Audio (Sound Enhancement) SRS .
80 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HIT ACHI DTV SOFTW ARE IMPORT ANT – READ CAREFULL Y : This License Agreement is a legal agreement between you and Hitachi America, Ltd.
81 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR HIT ACHI DTV SOFTW ARE 7. LIMIT A TION OF LIABILITY . IN NO EVENT SHALL HAL-HED OR ANY OF ITS P ARENT OR AFFILIA TE COMP A- NIES BE LIABLE T O YOU OR ANY THIRD P ARTY.
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