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LCD REAR PROJECTION
TELEVISION
Operating Guide for 50VS69A
55VS69A and 62VS69A
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. The power cord is used as the disconnect sources, may require prior authorization from the device and shall remain readily operable. broadcaster or owner of the video program material. To pre
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Accessories Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. 1 Remote Control 2 Two “AA” size, 1.5V batteries For US models: For optional accessories, please access our website at www.hitachi.us/tv 1 Remote Control Unit CLU-4351UG2 (Part No. HL02072). 2 2 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 Lift up on tab to remove 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 Push to open the Front Control Panel Door Front Control Panel Buttons & Connections 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 selections of CABLE/ AIR, INPUT: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. This button also serves as the EXIT button when in M
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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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Front Panel Jacks and Connections The Front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder , DVD, Video Game as shown in the following examples : Front Control Panel Connections Note : Special device cables will be required according to the device specifications. OUTPUT OUTPUT VIDEO L R Y P /C P /C L R B B R R COMPONENT OUTPUT CAPABILITY Video Game DVD , Set Top Box, Video Game Console. Video Camera NOTE: 1. Completely insert conn
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First time use Rear Panel Connections Antenna Input To switch between Cable and Air input, go to the Channel Manager option to change the signal source CABLE or AIR. Audio/Video INPUTS 1, 2, 3 and 4 By using the INPUTS button, the CURSOR PAD ( and ), and the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD of the remote control, you can select each video source. Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc players, DVD players etc. (if you have
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Rear Panel Connections If the CableCARD is properly installed or removed, the CableCARD Slot TV will display the following respective screens. This slot is for the CableCARD that will be provided by your local cable operator to gain access to chosen cable channels. Please call your local cable operator if this service is available before requesting a CableCARD (also known as Point of Deployment (POD) module). CableCARD is installed 1. Connect a coaxial cable to cable terminal of the Rear Panel
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First time use Rear Panel Connections Cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter Outside Antenna VCR #1 DIGITAL OUTPUT OUTPUT CAPABILITY ANT IN S-VIDEOVL R DIGITAL OUTPUT AUDIO OUT DVI Optional to HDMI HDMI to HDMI Optional OUTPUT HDMI OUTPUT YP /C P /C B B R R L R V L R S-VIDEO V L R Y P P L R S-VIDEO B R INPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT VCR #2 HDMI DIGITAL DVD Player Laserdisc player, VCR, HDTV Set-Top Box camcorder, etc. OUTPUT CAPABILITY NOTE
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Tips on Rear Panel Connections • S-VIDEO, Y-P P , or HDMI connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that B R have this feature. Use these connections 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 (L/(MONO)) the Rear Panel. • Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up c
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First time use Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A VIDEO AND STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT1 – INPUT5 CABLE or Air signal 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. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 3. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4. Press the I
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Connecting External Video Sources CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord HDMI OR DVI CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1 OR 2 plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose. 1. Connect the HDMI or DVI to HDMI connection 2. The HDMI input on INPUT 1 and 2 cable from the output of the HDTV set top box contains the copy protection system called or DVD player to the HDMI High-bandwidth Dig
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First time use Connecting External Audio/Video Devices CONNECTING A COMPONENT AND STEREO AUDIO SOURCE TO INPUT 3 , 4 or 5 :Y-PBPR. NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord 1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to The picture and sound that is played back the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on the Rear will be abnormal if the connection is loose. panel below. 2. See page 14 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.
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Connecting External Audio/Video Devices CABLE CONNECTING A VIDEO AND MONAURAL AUDIO or Air signal SOURCE TO INPUT 1 ~ INPUT 5 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 on the right. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack. 3. Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 2 from the INPUTS menu to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc pl
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The Remote Control The Remote Control In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI LCD rear projection Television , 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
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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 31~34 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 repea
