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LCD REAR PROJECTION
TELEVISION
Operating Guide for
50VF820, 55VF820, 60VF820
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................... 2-3
FIRST TIME USE ....................................................................................................................... 4-18
THE REMOTE CONTROL........................................................................................................ 19-30
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ..............
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Important Safety Instructions SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT type plug has two blades and a third grounding YOUR HITACHI LCD REAR PROJECTION prong. The wide blade or the third prong are TELEVISION provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Our reputation has been built on the quality, 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or performance, and ease of service of HITACHI pinched particul
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Important Safety Instructions Power source Public viewing of copyrighted material This television is designed to operate on 120 volts Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations 60 Hz, ac current. Insert the power cord into a 120 volt and cable companies, as well as programs from other 60 Hz outlet. sources, may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material. To prevent electric shock, do not use the television’s (polarized) plug with an extensio
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Accessories Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. Remote Control Two “AA” size, 1.5V batteries For US models: For optional accessories, please access our website at www.hitachi.us/tv Remote Control Unit CLU-4352UG2 (Part No. HL02073). Two “AA” size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing down and sliding the back cover
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First time use How to set up your new HITACHI Projection Television 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. 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
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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. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of each cabl
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First time use Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and Functions In addition to controlling all of the functions on your HITACHI LCD Rear 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. The remote control must be programmed to control the chosen device. Please see pages 19- 30 for a complete description of all features and programming of the Remote Control. POWER BUT
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Front Panel Controls Lamp Temp Power MENU/SELECT CHANNEL INPUT 5 S-VIDEO CURSOR VOLUME VIDEO L/MONO INPUT/EXIT AUDIO R POWER 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. This button also serves as the EXIT
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First time use Front Panel Controls POWER Light When the TV is turned ON, the Power Light will first blink to indicate that the television lamp is warming up. This light will be ON during normal operation. When the TV is turned OFF, the Power Light will blink to indicate that the television lamp will be cooling down and the light will eventually turn off. TEMP Indicator This light is off during normal operation. If this indicator is lit, the optic unit is too hot. If this indicator is bl
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Side Panel Jacks and Connections 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: INPUT 5 INPUT 5 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO L/MONO AUDIO AUDIO R R NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to side panel jacks. If you do not, the played back picture may be abnormal. 2. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standa
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First time use Rear Panel Connections Antenna Input Apparatus Claims of U.S. CABLE – CATV (Cable TV) input. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; CableCARD™ 4,577,216; 4,819,098; (Top of card faces right) 4,907,093; and 6,381,747 CABLE AIR – RF antenna input. licensed for limited viewing uses only. Top faces NOTE: You may ask your local cable company whether DTV services are available. Upgrade Card Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4 HDMI INPUT 1 AIR Y/ Y/ By using the INPUTS button, CURSOR but
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Rear Panel Connections If the CableCARD is properly installed or not installed, TV AS CENTER (INPUTS 1-4) the TV will display the following respective screens. 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 37). CableCARD is installed CableCARD Slot This slot is for the C
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First time use Rear Panel Connections TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Outside Antenna • S-VIDEO, Y-PBPR and HDMI or Digital Cable External connections are provided for Digital high performance laserdisc Component with HDMI players, VCRs etc. that have Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; CableCARD™ output this feature. Use these 4,577,216; 4,819,098; (Top of card faces right) 4,907,093; and 6,381,747 capability CABLE licensed for limited connections in place of the viewing u
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Connecting External Audio Sources Match the numbers below to the diagram for Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; CableCARD™ 4,577,216; 4,819,098; (Top of card faces right) speaker placement. 4,907,093; and 6,381,747 CABLE licensed for limited viewing uses only. Top faces The television’s internal speakers will act as center speaker (select AUDIO - INTERNAL SPEAKERS - TV AS CENTER). Upgrade Card These FRONT left and right speakers are HDMI INPUT 1 connected to the FRONT output
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First time use 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. The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions. However, you may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components and features.
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Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A COMPOSITE VIDEO AND Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; CableCARD™ 4,577,216; 4,819,098; (Top of card faces right) STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT1 – INPUT5 4,907,093; and 6,381,747 CABLE licensed for limited viewing uses only. Top faces 1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, Upgrade Card as shown on the TV set on the right. HDMI INPUT 1 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO O
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First time use Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; CableCARD™ 4,577,216; 4,819,098; (Top of card faces right) HDMI OR DVI CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1 OR 4,907,093; and 6,381,747 CABLE licensed for limited viewing uses only. Top faces INPUT 2 1. Connect the HDMI or DVI to HDMI connection Upgrade Card cable from the output of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the HDMI input as shown on the TV HDMI INPUT 1 set on the
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Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A COMPONENT Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; CableCARD™ 4,577,216; 4,819,098; (Top of card faces right) SOURCE TO INPUT 3 OR 4: Y-PBPR. 4,907,093; and 6,381,747 CABLE licensed for limited viewing uses only. Top faces 1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the Upgrade Card INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on the TV set on the right. HDMI INPUT 1 AIR Y/ Y/ VIDEO VIDEO 2. Connect the cable from t
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The Remote Control The Remote Control In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI LCD Rear 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. To operate your TV, point the remote control at the screen of the TV and press the TV button. The remote will now control your television. To operate
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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. MODE buttons These buttons allow the remote to control your TV, VCR, DVD, Cable box/Satellite box depending on which button is pressed. Refer to page 19 for how to change between each of these modes.
PAUSE button Press the PAUSE button to freeze the picture. Press the EXIT button to return the picture to motion. Press the PAUSE button repeated
