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IMPORTANT - 1 -
PROJECTION COLOR TV
60SX10B/11K, 50SX7P, 50UX22B/23K, 46UX20B/21K
OPERATING GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT.............................................................................................................................................. 3
SAFETY TIPS............................................................................................................................................. 4
PICTURE CAUTIONS................................................
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IMPORTANT - 2 - TV POWER button ......................................................................................................................... 20 CABLE/VCR/AUDIO POWER button.......................................................................................... 20 RECALL button............................................................................................................................... 20 ANT button ......................................................
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IMPORTANT - 3 - CONVERGENCE CORRECTION.................................................................................................... 43 AUDIO...................................................................................................................................................... 44 PREFERENCE ADJUSTMENT........................................................................................................ 44 PREFERENCE SETTING ...............................................
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SAFETY TIPS - 4 - POWER SOURCE: This projection color TV is designed to operate on 120 volts 60 Hz, AC household current. Insert power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE TELEVISION'S PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. NEVER CONNECT THE TV TO 50 Hz, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE. NOTE: This television receive
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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). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
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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. 10 Unplug this television set from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 11-1 Do not place this television set on an unstable cart, s
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SAFETY TIPS - 7 - 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. Never cover the slots or openings with cloth or other material. Never block the bottom ventilation slots of the set by placing it on a bed,
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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. If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your
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PICTURE CAUTIONS - 9 - 24 It is normal for some TV sets to make occasional snapping or popping sounds, particularly when being turned on or off. If the snapping or popping is continuous or frequent, unplug the set and consult your dealer or service technician. FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION 25 Do not use attachments not recommended by the television set manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 26 When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement
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ACCESSORIES - 10 - This projection television receiver was intended mainly for the private viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies and programs from other video sources. Public viewing may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program. ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. 1. 2. 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-951MP (part No. HL00211) 2. Two "AA" size, 1.5 V batte
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV - 11 - ANTENNA Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for the 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. LOCATION Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the picture screen
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HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS - 12 - 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. 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 illus
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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS - 13 - 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. If you have a second antenna or cable TV system, connect the coaxial cable to the AUX terminal. VHF
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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS - 14 - MENU BUTTON This button allows you to enter the MENU mode without using the remote. It makes it possible to set TV features to your preference, without using the remote. AVX (Audio/Video) selector/ENTER button Press this button to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3. Your selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen. This button also serves as the ENTER button when in MENU mode. VOLUME level Press these buttons for your desi
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FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS - 15 - Point your Remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. 1 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. Your TV will operate normally when you turn it on again. FRONT INP
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REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS - 16 - 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. Audio to Hi-Fi These jack
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REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS - 17 - 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. Repeat this procedure for the Left Speaker. CAUTION: Do not short speaker terminals, (do not connect a wire
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AUDIO SYSTEM SET-UP - 18 - The S-Video connection is provided for high performance laser discs, VCRs, etc., that have this feature. Use this connection in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the TV. Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up cables. A single VCR can be used for VCR#1 and
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HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV - 19 - 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. To operate your TV, point the remote at the remote sensor of the TV and press
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HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV - 20 - 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 section of the remote control, as chosen by the MULTI-PAGE select switch. (See pages
