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PROJECTION COLOR TV

50UX58B - 50UX58K

60UX58B - 60UX58K

55UX58B

OPERATING GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT ..............................................................................................................................2

SAFETY TIPS.............................................................................................................................3

PICTURE CAUTIONS.............................................................................................................6

ACCESSORIES..........................................................................................................................7

REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT ..............................7

HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV .....................................................8

HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS.................................................................................8

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL............................................................9

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS....................................................................................................10

FRONT VIEW .......................................................................................................................10

FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS ........................................................................11

REAR PANEL JACKS ..............................................................................................................11

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS ...............................................................................................12

TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.............................................................................12

EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS ...................................................................................................12

CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER..................................................................12

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES.......................................................................13

CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER................................14

CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER OR DVD PLAYER TO INPUT 2............14

AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP .........................................................................................................15

THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-612MP)..................................................................15

MULTI-PAGE WINDOWS.........................................................................................................16

HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ..........................................17

PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) ...................................................................................................18

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS .......................................................20

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX/SATELLITE FUNCTIONS ......................21

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS .............................22

AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES.....................................................................22

ULTRATEC OSD......................................................................................................................27

SET UP ....................................................................................................................................29

CUSTOM ..................................................................................................................................31

VIDEO ......................................................................................................................................36

AUDIO ......................................................................................................................................37

THEATER.................................................................................................................................39

INFO.........................................................................................................................................40

CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL...................42

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RECEPTION PROBLEMS........................................................................................................42

USEFUL INFO..........................................................................................................................43

Back Cover ...............................................................................................................................45

WARRANTY .............................................................................................................................45

IMPORTANT

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this projection television.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TELEVISION SYSTEM TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE.

NOTE: • There are no user serviceable parts inside the television.

• Model number and serial number are indicated on back side of the television.

• This television is not intended for use in a computer room.

CAUTION:

Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions, as improper changes or modifications not

expressly approved by HITACHI could avoid the user's authority to operate the TV

POWER SOURCE:

This projection television 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 receiver will display television closed captioning (

paragraph 15, 119 of the FCC rules.

or ), in accordance with

CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the television as this can expose you to very high

voltages and other hazards. If the set does not operate properly, unplug the set and call

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your dealer or service shop.

SAFETY TIPS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TELEVISION

CAUTION:

• Read all of these instructions.

• Save these instructions for later use.

• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television.

Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI televisions.

Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television.

Please fill out your warranty card and mail it to HITACHI. This will enable HITACHI to notify you promptly in the improbable event that a safety problem should be discovered in your product model.

FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY

1 This television 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, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

2 When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed, unplug this television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

3 Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.

4 Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord, and do not place the television where the power cord is subject to traffic or abuse. This may result in a shock or fire hazard.

5 Do not attempt to service this television set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

6 Never push objects of any kind into this television set through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the television set.

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7 If the television has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged, unplug this television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

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 to impact of any kind. Be particularly careful not to damage the picture tube surface.

10 Unplug this television 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 the television on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The television may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the television. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.

11-2 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET

12 Do not use this television near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

• Never expose the television to rain or water. If the set has been exposed to rain or water, unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing personnel.

13 Choose a place where light (artificial or sunlight) does not shine directly on the screen.

14 Avoid dusty places, since accumulated dust inside the chassis may cause failure of the set when high humidity

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persists.

15 The television 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, sofa, rug, etc.

• Never place the set near or over a radiator or heat register.

• Never place the set in a "built-in" enclosure, unless proper ventilation provided.

PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET

16-1 If an outside antenna is connected to the television set, be sure the antenna system is protected against voltage surges and built up static charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, NFPA No. 70-1975, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the leadin wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrode, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

ANTENNA GROUNDING DIAGRAM AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS .

16-2 Note to CATV system installer: (Only for television with CATV reception) This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

17 An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical lights or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

18 For added protection for the television 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 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 television dealer or local power company. For television sets designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

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20 If the television does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, unplug this set television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the television set to normal operation.

21 If your television is to remain unused for a period of time, (such as when going on a holiday), turn the television

OFF and unplug it from the wall outlet.

IF THE TELEVISION DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY

22 If you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in your operating instructions, do not attempt any further adjustment. Unplug the television and call your dealer or service technician.

23 Whenever the television is damaged or fails, or a distinct change in performance indicates a need for service, unplug the set and have it checked by a professional service technician.

24 It is normal for some televisions 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 parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

27 Upon completion of any service or repairs to the television set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the television is in safe operating condition.

PICTURE CAUTIONS

Picture Burn Prevention

• Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can cause permanent damage to projection television receivers. Such

"PATTERN BURNS" constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty.

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• When using Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should not be left permanently in one corner of the screen or a "PATTERN BURN" may develop over a long period of time.

Public Viewing of Copyrighted Material

Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from other sources, may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material.

ACCESSORIES

Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.

1. Remote Control Unit CLU-612MP (Part No. HL00712)

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 pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers

and pulling the cover off.

2. Insert two new "AA" size batteries for the remote control. When replacing old batteries, push them

towards the springs and lift them out.

3. Match the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment.

4. Replace the cover.

BOTTOM VIEW

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV

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. Also, be sure that the location selected allows free flow of air to and from the perforated back cover of the set.

To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set failure, do not place the TV where temperatures can become excessively hot, for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc.

VIEWING

The major benefit of the HITACHI Projection Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test various locations in the room to find the best spot for viewing.

The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the TV and about 10 to 18 feet from the screen. Picture brightness decreases as the viewer moves to the left or right of the receiver.

During daylight hours, reflections from outside light may appear on the screen. If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can be located in a different section of the room.

If the TV's audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi system's external speakers, the best audio performance will be obtained by placing the speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as possible to the height of the picture screen center. For best stereo separation, place the external speakers at least 4 feet from the side of the TV. Place the surround speakers to the side or behind the viewing area. Differences in room sizes and acoustical environments will require some experimentation with speaker placement for best performance.

CAUTION: Magnetic fields, such as those of external speakers, may cause the picture to distort if

they are placed too close to the television. Move the magnetic field source away from

the television 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 illustrations and names of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the

HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS

various components and the length of each cable.

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300-Ohm Twin Lead Connector

This outdoor antenna cable must be connected to an antenna adaptor

(300-Ohm to 75-Ohm).

"F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector

For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna jack on the television.

Phono Connector

Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the television's rear jack panel and front control panel.

S-Video (Super Video) Connector

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 ANT A

(75-Ohm) terminal. If you have a second antenna or cable TV system, connect the coaxial cable to the ANT B terminal.

VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna

When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna, connect the VHF or UHF antenna leads to screws of the VHF or UHF adaptor. Plug the adaptor into the antenna terminal on the TV.

When both VHF and UHF antennas are connected

Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal, and connect the cables to the antenna mixer.

Consult your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer.

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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

FRONT VIEW

Front Panel Diagram Illustration

1 MENU button

This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference

without using the remote.

2 INPUT/EXIT button

Press this button to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3 or alternate antenna source. Your

selection is shown in the top right corner of the screen. This button also serves as the EXIT button when

in MENU mode.

3 CHANNEL selector

Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. These

buttons also serve as the cursor down ( ) and up ( ) buttons when in MENU mode.

4 VOLUME level

Press these buttons for your desired sound level. The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen.

These buttons also serve as the cursor left ( ) and right ( ) buttons when in MENU mode.

5 POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV on or off.

NOTE: Your HITACHI Projection TV will appear to be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO:

1, 2 or 3 is selected. Check the Power Light to make sure the TV is off when not in use.

To see an auto-demonstration of the on-screen displays with HELP text displayed, press and hold the

POWER button on the TV set for approximately five seconds. Press the POWER button on the TV

again to end the auto-demonstration.

6 POWER light

You will see a red light when the TV is turned on.

7 AI (Artificial Intelligence) sensor

The Artificial Intelligence sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of

light in the room to give the best picture. (See page 49.)

8 REMOTE CONTROL sensor

Point your remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc.

9 MAGIC FOCUS

Use this button to adjust your picture quality to optimum performance. (See page 40.)

10 FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 3)

Use these audio/video jacks for a "quick" hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your

favorite show or new recording. Press the INPUT button until VIDEO: 3 appears in the top right

corner of the TV screen. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable in to the left channel jack.

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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 or VCR as shown in the following examples:

Front Panel Jacks and Connections Illustration

NOTE: Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to front panel jacks. If you do not, the

played back picture may be abnormal. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place

of the standard video cable.

If you have mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack.

REAR PANEL JACKS

Rear Panel Jacks Illustration

1 Antenna Input/Output

The remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and

ANT B. ANT A input can be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT B can only be displayed

as a main picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture.) The antenna output labeled "TO

CONVERTER" allows the ANT A connection to pass directly to a different source such as a cable box,

when ANT B is displayed as a main picture.

2 Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2

The INPUT button will step through each video source and antenna source input each time it is pressed.

Use the audio and video inputs to connect external devices, such as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc

players, etc. (If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack.)

Note: You may use VIDEO, S-VIDEO, or COMPONENT: Y-CbCr inputs to connect to Input 2, note

that only one of these may be used at a time.

3 Monitor Out

These jacks provide fixed audio and video signals which are used for recording.

4 Wireless Out

These jacks provide variable audio output to a set of wireless speakers. They can also be used for

another stereo system amplifier. With this connection, the audio can be controlled by the television's main

volume and also by an independent volume feature found in the THEATER-WIRELESS SOUND menu.

5 Audio to Hi-Fi

These jacks provide variable audio output to a separate stereo amplifier. With this connection, the audio

to the stereo can be controlled by the television's main volume. Use these jacks for the SURROUND

Left and Right channels. (See page 17.)

6 S-Video Inputs 1 and 2

Inputs 1 and 2 provide S-Video (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-Video output

capability.

7 Component: Y-CbCr Input 2

Input 2 provides Y-CbCr jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player.

Note: DO NOT connect standard VIDEO or S-VIDEO to Input 2 when using Y-CbCr input.

When using the Y-CbCr input jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV's Input 2

Left and Right Audio input jacks.

Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components

B-Y output to the TV's Cb input and the components R-Y output to the TV's Cr input.

It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain opimum picture quality

when using the Y-CbCr inputs. (See pages 49 and 50)

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To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the

Y-CbCr jacks.

When using the Y-CbCr jacks, Input 2 will be viewed as a blank PIP sub-picture. (See page 24.)

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

Rear Panel Connections Illustration

Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.

TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

S-Video connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, 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 television.

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 VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output (INPUT: 1 in the example on page 12.) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections.

You may use Video, S-VIDEO, or COMPONENT: Y-CbCr inputs to connect to Input 2, but note that only one of these may be used at a time.

Connect only 1 component to each input jack.

COMPONENT: Y-CbCR connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature.

When using the Y-CbCr input jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV's Input 2 Left and Right

Audio input jacks.

Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the

TV's Cb input and the components R-Y output to the TV's Cr input.

It may be necessary to adjust TINT or turn AUTO COLOR-ON to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-

CbCr inputs. (See page 49 and 50.)

To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be abnormal, when using the Y-CbCr jacks.

When using the Y-CbCr jacks, Input 2 will be viewed as a blank PIP sub-picture. (See page 24.)

EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER

To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below.

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NOTE: To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound using the remote control of the TV set.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES

The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, and laserdisc player, and DVD player 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. For best performance, video and audio cables should be made from coaxial shielded wire.

Before Operating External Video Source

The input mode is changed every time the INPUT button is pressed as shown below. Connect an external source to the INPUT terminal, then press the INPUT button as necessary to view the input source. (See page 23.)

NOTE: When the TV is set to VIDEO and a video signal is not received from the VIDEO INPUT JACK on

the jack panel of the TV (i.e., VCR/laserdisc player, etc. is not connected or the video device is

OFF), the set will appear to be OFF.

CONNECTING A MONAURAL AUDIO VCR OR LASERDISC PLAYER

1. Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO)

jack 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.

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3. Press the INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or the laserdisc player. The VIDEO mode

disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

4. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel.

CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER

i

1. Connect the cable from the

ii

AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO)

jack 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.

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 INPUT button to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player. The mode VIDEO

disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

5. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel.

Connection of Stereo VCR Illustration

NOTE: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture that is

played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

If you have an S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable.

A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own

video or line output. (INPUT: 1 in the example on page 12.) Refer to your VCR operating guide for

more information on line input-output connections.

CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER OR DVD PLAYER TO INPUT 2

.

1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 (Y) jack as

shown on the TV set below.

2. Connect the cable from the Cb OUT or B-Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2

(Cb) jack, as shown on the TV set below.

3.

Connect the cable from the Cr OUT or R-Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the

INPUT 2

(Cr) jack, as shown on the TV set below.

4.

Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 2

(AUDIO/R) jack.

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5. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT L of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 2

(AUDIO/L) jack.

6. Press the INPUT button until VIDEO:2 appears, to view the program from the Laserdisc or DVD

player. The mode VIDEO:2 disappears automatically after approximately eight seconds.

7. Press the INPUT button to return to the previous channel.

Laserdisc or DVD player Hook-up Illustration.

NOTE: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to the rear panel jacks. The picture

that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.

See page 13 for tips on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS.

AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP

Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement (See page 54 for SRS functions.)

1. The television's internal speakers.

2. These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the AUDIO TO HI-FI output on the

TV.

3. These speakers are controlled by a wireless speaker transmitter. Use the WIRELESS OUT output on

the TV.

Audio System Setup Illustration

REQUIRED

CONNECTION

OPTICAL

CONNECTION

EFFECT

ON

OFF

Exciting and realistic 3D sound experience from just two speakers.

Receive mono and stereo sound

THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-612MP)

In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (cable TV)/satellite converters, 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 the three pages. Functions are arranged and properly categorized into windows, making operation simple when multiple functions are to be controlled.

To operate your TV, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to TV/CABLE/DSS mode.

Press the TV button and the remote will now control your TV.

To operate your cable box, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to TV/CABLE/DSS mode. Press the CABLE button and the remote will now control your cable box. (See page 28 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your cable box.)

To operate your satellite box, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to TV/CABLE/DSS mode. Press the DSS button and the remote will now control your satellite box. (See page 28 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your satellite box.)

To operate your VCR, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to VCR mode. The remote will now control your VCR. (See page 27 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your VCR.)

To operate your audio equipment, slide the MULTI-PAGE select switch on the side of the remote to AUDIO mode.

Press the button which corresponds to the component you would like to control (AMP, CD, TAPE). The remote

MULTI-PAGE WINDOWS - 16 -

will now control your audio equipment. (See page 29 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your audio equipment.)

Genius Remote Control Illustration.

1 MULTI-PAGE select switch

This selects the button layout of the multi-page section of the remote control.

2 MULTI-PAGE buttons

These buttons change functions as shown on page 20.

3 LIGHT BUTTON

When you are in a dark room, press this button on the side of the remote to light up the buttons shown in

(4). The light will stay on for about 8 seconds if the light button is not pressed again. These buttons will

not appear to light if the room is too bright.

MULTI-PAGE WINDOWS

When "TV/CABLE/DSS" is set. When "VCR" is set.

When "AUDIO" is set.

HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV- 17 -

HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV

Genius Remote Control Illustration.

1 POWER button

Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 19 for

instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) If a Special Event Reminder is set, it will be

displayed when the TV is first turned on. (See page 56.)

2 TV button

Press this button to allow the remote to control your TV.

3 CABLE button

Press this button to allow the remote to control your cable box. (See page 28.)

4 DSS button

Press this button to allow the remote to control your satellite box. (See page 28.)

5 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons

See separate section on page 24 for a description.

6 PIP CH button

Use the PIP CH button to select between main picture and sub-picture tuning. A blue highlight of the

channel number will indicate which channel is being controlled.

7 HELP button

Press this button when a menu is displayed to view HELP text, which give a description of the displayed

menu. The HELP text will be displayed every time a MENU is displayed, until this button is pressed

again or the AUTO HELP FUNCTION is set to OFF. (See page 58.)

Help Button Illustration

8 LAST CHANNEL (LST-CH) button

Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. (Good for watching two sporting events,

etc.)

Last Channel Illustration

9 VOLUME, MUTE buttons

Press the VOLUME up ( ) or down ( ) button until you obtain the desired sound level.

To reduce the sound to one half of normal volume (SOFT MUTE) to answer the telephone, etc., press

the MUTE button again to turn the sound off completely (MUTE). To restore the sound, press the

MUTE button one more time, or press the VOLUME up ( ) button.

Volume, Mute Illustration

10 CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons

CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons are used to set Family Favorites, Channel Memory, etc..

Enter two or three numbers to select channels. Enter "0" first for channels 1 to 9 . For channels 100 and

above, press the "1" button, wait until another dash appears next to the channel display on your TV,

then enter the remaining two numbers using the number buttons.

Channel selection may also be performed by pressing CH up ( ) or down ( ).

NOTE: The TV may not receive some channels if you are not in the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode. (See

page 35.)

11 EXIT button

When in MENU mode, this button will exit all On Screen Displays.

12 RECALL button

Press this button when no menu is displayed 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 SLEEP timer has been set.

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Recall Illustration

13 MENU, CURSOR buttons

All the On-Screen Display features can be set or adjusted by using these buttons.

The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display.

The CURSOR buttons will highlight functions or adjust and set different features.

14 CHANNEL SKIP

Press this button when no menu is displayed and the TV will tune to the last channel viewed. The user

can change channels "SURF" to any station they wish, and after 90 seconds, tune back to the original

channel.

15 SLEEP button

Press this button to display the sleep timer in the lower left corner of the screen. Every subsequent press

of this button will add 15 minutes to this timer, up to a maximum of three hours. Once set, use RECALL

when you want to view time remaining (some models only). If the SLEEP button is pressed while the

timer is set, it will reset to the original condition.

16 INPUT button

The INPUT button will select between both antenna signals and the three sets of video input jacks each

time the button is pressed. If the Picture-in-Picture is on, the INPUT button will select between the three

sets of video input jacks and both antenna sources when main channel is chosen with the PIP CH

button. If the sub-picture is chosen, the INPUT button will select between the three sets of video input

jacks and the ANT A antenna source (ANT B source cannot be displayed as a PIP sub-picture and

COMPONENT: Y-CbCr Input 2 source will be displayed as a blank PIP Sub picture.)

Input Illustration

PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)

Your Hitachi Projection TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This

Dual Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each. The Dual Tuner can operate with only one input (ANT A only) or two inputs

(ANT A and ANT B).

ANT A input can be viewed as both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously. ANT B and COMPONENT

Y-CbCr input 2 sources can only be viewed as a main picture. To select between main picture and PIP subpicture tuning, press the PIP CH button on the remote. The blue highlight on the channel display will move with every press of the PIP CH button. When the blue highlight is on the top channel display, channel tuning is for the main picture. When the blue highlight is on the lower channel display, channel tuning is for the PIP sub-picture.

This method of picture tuning is the same for one antenna input (ANT A only) and two antenna inputs (ANT A and

ANT B).

The Picture-in-Picture feature is convenient when you want to watch more than one program at the same time.

You can watch a TV program while viewing other programs from the ANT A source or any of the video inputs.

PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) - 19 -

1 PIP button

Press the PIP button and a sub-picture will appear in one of the two different modes (SINGLE or

SURF), depending on the last selection of the PIP mode. To change the PIP mode use the CURSOR or buttons and the new selection will appear the next time the PIP function is used.

SINGLE MODE PIP:

Press the PIP button and a sub-picture appears in one corner of the screen. Press the button again to

reduce the size of the sub-picture. Press the PIP button a third time to remove the sub-picture from the

screen. Use the PIP CH button to select between main and sub-picture tuning control (indicated by

green channel display.) Press the INPUT button when sub-picture channel tuning is being controlled, to

change between VIDEO: 1, VIDEO: 2, VIDEO: 3, and ANT A antenna source. (ANT B source cannot

be viewed as a sub-picture and COMPONENT: Y-CbCr Input 2 source will be displayed as a blank

sub-picture).

PIP Example Illustration

NOTE: Since ANT B source cannot be viewed as a sub-picture, only single PIP mode is possible when ANT

B is selected as the main channel.

When the COMPONENT: Y-CbCr Input 2 is selected as PIP, it will appear as a blank sub-picture.

PICTURE-IN-PICTURE CONT.

SURF MODE PIP

This feature will automatically scan all active channel numbers (those set in memory) and display them

as PIP sub-pictures, along the right edge of the screen. Press the PIP button a second time to remove

the sub-pictures from the screen.

PIP Surf Illustration

NOTE:

1. If no buttons are pressed when in SURF mode, auto-scanning will continuously scan.

2. If a channel is tuned during this SURF scanning, sub-pictures will be removed from the screen.

2 SWAP button

If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the sub-picture, press the SWAP

button.

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PIP Swap Illustration

NOTE:

1. The SWAP button will only operate when SINGLE PIP mode is chosen.

2. The SWAP function will not operate if ANT B input is set as the main channel (ANT B input

cannot be displayed as a sub-picture.)

3 MOVE button

To move the sub-picture to another corner, press the MOVE button. The sub-picture moves one step

counterclockwise every time the MOVE button is pressed. (Example below illustrates the MOVE

operation for initial shipping conditions. If you have customized a PIP position, the MOVE operation

may differ slightly from this example.)

PIP Move Illustration

It is also possible to customize the PIP position. To do this, wait until the On-Screen Display disappears

(about eight seconds) and the use the CURSOR , , , buttons.

PIP Move Illustration

4 FREEZE (FRZ) button (With PIP ON)

If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the FRZ button. This is convenient when trying to write down

the address for a mail order company, recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. To return the picture

to motion, press the FRZ button again.

NOTE: The FREEZE function will only operate when SINGLE PIP mode is chosen.

5 FREEZE (FRZ) button (With PIP OFF)

Press the FRZ button to freeze one or four frames of the picture, depending on the mode previously

selected (SINGLE or STROBE). To change FREEZE modes, use cursor or to select which type

of FREEZE mode you wish to view. The new selection will appear the next time the FREEZE function is

used.

SINGLE FREEZE

Press the FRZ button to freeze one frame of the picture you are currently viewing. Press this button again

or PIP to return to normal viewing.

Single Freeze Illustration

STROBE FREEZE

Press the FRZ button to freeze four frames of the picture you are currently viewing. Press this button

again or PIP to return to normal viewing. This feature is useful for viewing a moving picture that has many

details, for example, a close play in a sporting event or golf swing.

Strobe Freeze Illustration

CAUTION: A pattern burn may develop if the sub-picture is left in the same corner permanently. If

the PIP feature is used frequently, occasionally MOVE the sub-picture to a different

corner. You may also vary its position using the CURSOR , , , or buttons.

NOTE:

1. Only sound from the main picture can be heard, unless you choose sub-picture audio from

THEATER-WIRELESS SOUND mode and use the WIRELESS OUT outputs on the rear panel.

(See page 55.)

2. Each freeze frame is delayed about 0.1 (1/10) second.

3. The FREEZE function will display blank sub-pictures when the COMPONENT Y-CbCr Input 2

source is set as main channel.

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX/SATELLITE FUNCTIONS

- 21 -

Operating the precoded function for your VCR.

This remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your VCR. (Refer to page 30.)

1. Set the MULTI-PAGE select switch to VCR.

2. Turn ON your VCR.

3. Aim the remote control at the front of your VCR.

4. Hold down the PROG button on the remote, enter the two digit preset code that matches your VCR as

shown on page 30. The remote will turn off your VCR when the correct two digit preset code is

entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your VCR. If the VCR does not turn

off after five seconds, try a different two digit preset code.

5. The remote will now control your VCR.

NOTES:

1. If your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, your VCR's code has not been

precoded into the remote.

2. In the unlikely event that your VCR cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, please

consult your VCR operating guide.

3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the

remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above.

4. If your VCR does not have a power function, the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function.

5. The MENU button will act as the VCR MENU button for HITACHI VCRs.

6. The LST-CH button will act as your VCR ENTER button if required.

7. The SLEEP button will act as your VCR '100' button if required.

8. The REC button must be pressed two times to begin VCR recording. This button will also act as the VCR

record button when the remote is in CABLE or DSS mode.

Remote Control Illustration.

1 PRECODED VCR buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR codes.

2 EXCLUSIVE TV buttons

These buttons are for operating the TV.

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX/SATELLITE FUNCTIONS

Operating the precoded function for your cable/satellite box.

This remote is designed to operate different types of cable boxes and satellite systems. You must first program the remote to match the remote system in your cable/satellite box. (Refer to page 30.)

1. Set the MULTI-PAGE select switch to TV/CABLE/DSS.

2. Turn ON your cable/satellite box.

3. Press the CABLE button on the remote to switch to CABLE mode, or the DSS button to switch to

DSS mode.

4. Aim the remote control at the front of your cable/satellite box.

5. Hold down the CABLE/DSS button on the remote, enter the two digit preset code that matched your

cable/satellite box as shown on page 30. The remote will turn off your cable/satellite box when the

correct two digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your

cable/satellite box. If the cable/satellite box does not turn off after five seconds, try another two digit

preset code.

6. The remote will now control your cable/satellite box.

NOTES:

1. If your cable/satellite box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, your cable/satellite box

code has not been precoded into the remote.

2. In the unlikely event that your cable/satellite box cannot be operated after performing the above procedures,

please consult your cable/satellite box operating guide.

3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS - 22 -

remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above.

4. If your cable/satellite box does not have a power function, the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function.

5. The LST-CH button will act as your cable/satellite box ENTER button if required.

6. The SLEEP button will act as your cable box '100' button if required.

7. The INPUT button will act as the TV/DSS button when in DSS mode.

Remote Control Illustration.

1 PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes.

2 PRECODED SATELLITE BOX buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen precoded satellite codes.

3 EXCLUSIVE TV buttons

These buttons are for operating the TV.

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS

Operating the precoded function for your audio equipment.

This remote is designed to operate certain types of audio equipment. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your audio equipment. (Refer to page 30.)

1. Set the MULTI-PAGE select switch to AUDIO.

2. Turn ON the audio component you wish to control with your remote control (AMP, CD or TAPE).

3. Aim the remote control at the front of your audio equipment.

4. Hold down the button on the remote which corresponds with the component you wish to control (AMP,

CD, or TAPE), enter the two digit preset code that matches your audio component as shown on page

30. The remote will turn off your audio component when the correct two digit preset code is entered.

When this occurs, the remote control is programmed for your audio component. If the audio component

does not turn off after five seconds, try a different two digit preset code.

5. The remote will now control your audio component.

6. Repeat steps 2-5 until all audio equipment preset codes are programmed into the remote.

NOTES:

1. If your audio equipment cannot be operated after performing the above procedures, your audio component

code has not been precoded into the remote.

2. In the unlikely event that your audio component cannot be operated after performing the above procedures,

please consult your audio components operating guide.

3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the

remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above.

4. If your audio component does not have a power function, the remote will issue another obvious function that

the audio component will respond to, such as CD open/close.

5. The default for AUDIO mode is AMP.

6. If you wish to control your Receiver or miscellaneous audio equipment, you must follow the remote

programming procedure shown above. You may use only the AMP button to program these codes, but note

that this button may not be used for more than one component.

7. The LST-CH button will act as your audio component's ENTER button if required.

8. The SLEEP button will act as your audio components '100' button if required.

Remote Control Illustration.

1 PRECODED AMP, CD, or TAPE buttons

These buttons transmit the chosen precoded audio component codes.

2 EXCLUSIVE TV buttons

These buttons are for operating the TV.

AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES

AMPLIFIER

BRAND

CODE AMPLIFIER

BRAND

CODE AMPLIFIER

BRAND

CODE

AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES - 23 -

Aiwa

Carver

Casio

Clarinette

Denon

Fisher

04, 05

00, 05,

06, 07

08

08

09

07, 10

Magnavox

Marantz

MCS

Modulaire

Onkyo

Optimus

00, 05, 08

00, 05, 15

Quasar

Realistic

15

08

Sansui

Sanyo

18 Sharp

02, 03, 10, 14,

19

Sony

15 Technics

15

08

05

10

14

04

Hitachi 11 Panasonic

JVC

Kenwood

Lloyd's

CABLE

BRAND

ABC

Antronix

Eastern

Electricord

12

13, 14,

16, 17

08

Archer

Belcor

Cable Star

Century

Citizen

12, 25, 40

33

33

12

12

Colour Voice 31, 45

Comtronics 26, 29

Contec

Dae Ryung

22

21

Penney

Philips

08

00, 05

Victor

Wards

Pioneer

CODE CABLE

BRAND

00, 07, 08, 18,

19, 21, 37, 38,

53

Jasco

40 Jerrold

15

32

Macom

Magnavox

Memorex

Movie Time

NSC

Oak

Panasonic

Paragon

Philips

Pioneer

Popular

Mechanics

02, 03, 19, 20,

21

Yamaha

CODE

12

York

CABLE

BRAND

Signal

00, 08, 13, 38,

53, 55, 56

Signature

36 SL Marx

16

02

30, 32, 34

30, 34, 39

Sprucer

Starcom

Stargate

Starquest

22, 37, 50

02, 10, 49

Starsight

Sylvania

02 Teleview

12, 16, 17, 27,

31, 43, 44, 45,

47

Texscan

06, 11, 20

57

Tocom

Toshiba

01, 15, 22, 23,

24

12

02, 04, 05, 07,

19, 20

14, 25

08

CODE

26, 56

00

26

01, 49

38, 53,

26, 56

56

58, 59

19

26

19

07, 28, 55

02

AUDIO, CABLE/SATELLITE, AND VCR CODES - 24 -

Everquest

Focus

Garrard

GC

Electronics

Gemini

General

Instrument

Gold Star

Hamlin

Hitachi

Hytex

TAPE

BRAND

Aiwa

Hitachi

Jerrold

JVC

Kenwood

Optimus

CD BRAND

Adcom

Aiwa

California

Audio Lab

Carver

Denon

DKK

Emerson

Fisher

Genexxa

56

57

12

33, 40

04, 39, 44, 56

00, 13

11, 16

03, 09, 14, 23,

24

26

27

28

Pulsar

RCA

Realistic

Recoton

Regal

Regency

Rembrandt

Runco

00

37

CODE

58, 59

Samsung

Scientific

Atlanta

TAPE

BRAND

Panasonic

47, 48, 49, 50 Pioneer

60, 61

51

52

53

CODE

Scientific

Atlanta

Sony

Starcom

Wards

CD BRAND

27

29

30

26

31

32

Krell

Magnavox

Marantz

MCS

Mission

NSM

Onkyo

Optimus

Panasonic

02

49

40

57

03, 09,

23, 35

15

00, 39

02

54

53

62

11, 26

18, 21,

42, 48

CODE

Tusa

TV 86

Unika

United Artists

United Cable

Universal

Videoway

Viewstar

Zenith

Zentek

55, 56, 58, 59

60

53

CODE

27

27

27, 28

CD BRAND

QED

Quasar

RCA

28

28

27

41

30, 32, 42

28

Realistic

Rotel

SAE

Sansui

Scott

Sony

56

30

12, 40

37

53

12, 25, 32,

33, 35, 40

51

16, 29,

30, 41

02, 52, 60

57

CODE

27

28

26, 33

26

27

27

27

26

30, 44