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PROJECTION COLOR TV
60FX20B
50DX20B
OPERATING GUIDE
VIDEO
SETUP
CUSTOMIZE
SEL
As an E
NERGY
product meets the E
AUDIO
THEATER
TAR ®
Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this
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TAR ®
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guidelines for energy efficiency.
NERGY
50FX20B
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FIRST TIME USE
THE REMOTE CONTROL
ULTRATEC BIT-MAP
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX
2-3
4-16
17-28
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55-60
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- Page 1 PROJECTION COLOR TV 60FX20B 50DX20B OPERATING GUIDE VIDEO SETUP CUSTOMIZE AUDIO TAR ® As an E Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this NERGY product meets the E NERGY 50FX20B IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FIRST TIME USE THE REMOTE CONTROL ULTRATEC BIT-MAP...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI 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. - Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read before operating equipment Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6.
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Page 4: Remote Control Battery Installation And Replacement
Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. PART NAME CLU-4311UG REMOTE CONTROL 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-4311UG (Part No. HL01651). 2. Two “AA” size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. -
Page 5: How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Projection Tv
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 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. -
Page 6: 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 cable. -
Page 7: Front Panel Controls
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS MENU INPUT VOL- VOL+ SELECT MENU INPUT VOL- VOL+ SELECT 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 select antenna sources, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3 or 4. -
Page 8: Digital Array
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS POWER light You will see a red light when the TV is turned on. PERFECT PICTURE sensor The PERFECT PICTURE sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of light in the room to give the best picture. -
Page 9: Rear Panel Jacks
REAR PANEL JACKS REAR SPEAKER SP. MATRIX SURROUND EXT. AUDIO TO HI-FI ANTENNA INPUT Use an “F” type coaxial cable to connect an antenna or cable TV (CATV) output to this rear jack. AUDIO/VIDEO INPUTS 1, 2, 4 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, DVD players etc. -
Page 10: Rear Panel Connections
Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter OUTPUT INPUT Cable TV Box INPUT Stereo System Amplifier Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. See tips on page 11 STOP CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT THESE TERMINALS. -
Page 11: Rear Speaker Terminal Connections
REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER OF THE TV OFF. Press the Right Speaker red button and insert the positive (+) lead wire into the hole next to the button. Once the wire is in place, pull the red button back to original position and the wire is locked into place. In the same manner, press the Right Speaker black button and insert the negative (-) lead wire. -
Page 12: 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. EXTERN AL SPEAKER S 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. -
Page 13: Connecting External Video Sources
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, 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. -
Page 14: Connecting A Stereo Vcr Or Stereo Laserdisc Player
CONNECTING A STEREO VCR OR STEREO 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 R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT(AUDIO/R) jack. 3. - Page 15 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A STEREO LASERDISC PLAYER OR DVD PLAYER TO INPUT 4. 1. Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 4 (Y) jack as shown on the TV set below. 2.
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Page 16: Audio System Setup
Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound requirements. The television’s internal speakers. These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the “AUDIO TO HI-FI” output on the TV. These speakers are connected to the REAR SPEAKER 8 Ohm output on the TV. -
Page 17: The Remote Control
THE REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Color TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, DVD, CBL (Cable TV), and satellite converters with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area. To operate your TV, point the remote control at the remote sensor of the TV and press the TV button. -
Page 18: How To Use The Remote To Control Your Tv
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV A detailed explanation of the circled numbers follows on pages 19 to 21. TV POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set On or Off PICTURE-IN-PICTURE See separate section on pages 22-24 for a detailed description. - Page 19 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV TV POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off. STATUS button Use the STATUS function to check the channel being received, or if it has stereo (ST) or second audio (SAP). Audio Stereo Broadcast...
- Page 20 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV INPUT button The INPUT button will select between the antenna signal and the video inputs. If the Sub-picture is on, and the main picture is chosen with the PIP CH button, the main picture will alternate between the video inputs and antenna source by every press of the INPUT button.
- Page 21 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV 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. Press the MUTE button again to turn the sound off completely (MUTE).
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Page 22: 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 the antenna input on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each. The Dual Tuner can operate with only one ANTENNA input. ANTENNA input can be viewed as both the main picture and the sub-picture simultaneously. - Page 23 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) SWAP button If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture to the Sub-Picture, press the SWAP button. Ant A 31 PIP Video: 1 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.
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Page 24: Picture-In-Picutre (Pip)
FREEZE button If you wish to freeze the Sub-Picture, press the FREEZE 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 FREEZE button again. -
Page 25: Using The Remote To Control Vcr Functions
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS 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 28) 1. -
Page 26: Using The Remote To Control Dvd Functions
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL DVD FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your DVD Player. This remote is designed to operate different types of DVD Players. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your DVD Player. (refer to page 28) 1. -
Page 27: Using The Remote To Control Cable Box/Satellite Functions
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 of your cable/satellite box. (refer to page 28) 1. - Page 28 CABLE, SATELLITE, VCR, AND DVD CODES CABLE BRAND General Instrument ......17 Hamlin ......22,23,24,25 Jerrold .
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Page 29: Ultratec Osd
ULTRATEC OSD 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Projection TV. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to highlight a different feature. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. - Page 30 Set VIDEO settings to factory preset. Advanced Improve picture performance. Settings Bass Adjust bass. Treble Adjust treble. Balance Adjust balance. Reset Set AUDIO settings to factory preset. Advanced Improve sound performance. Settings Theater Modes Picture and sound are automatically set. ULTRATEC OSD...
- Page 31 SET UP Select SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR SETUP function desired. MENU NOTE: 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.
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Page 32: Signal Source
SETUP Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select CATV if you have cable TV. SIGNAL SOURCE SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO M en u La ng u a g e S ig n al So ur c e A ut o C han ne l Se t C ha nn el M e m o r y C ha nn el List... -
Page 33: Auto Channel Set
SET UP This feature will automatically store active TV channels in CHANNEL MEMORY. This will allow you to skip AUTO CHANNEL SET unused channels when using CHANNEL UP ( ) or DOWN ( ). VIDEO SETUP CUSTOMIZE AUDIO M e nu L an gua g e Si gn al So urce Au t o C ha n ne l S e t Ch an ne l M em o r y... -
Page 34: Channel Memory
SETUP Use this function after AUTO CHANNEL SET to add or erase additional channels to the remote control CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL VIDEO SETUP CUSTOMIZE M en u L a n g u ag e S ig n a l S o u r ce A ut o Ch a n n el S e t C ha nn e l M em o r y C ha n n e l L ist... -
Page 35: Channel List
SET UP This function allows you to review which channels are labeled in CHANNEL ID (ID.), which have been added CHANNEL LIST to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), and which are protected by PARENTAL CONTROL (LOCK). SETUP VIDEO AUDIO THEATER CUSTOMIZE C h an ne l L is t S c a n Lo c k ** * *... -
Page 36: Clock Set
SETUP The time must be set before you can use the 4 EVENT PROGRAM or TV TIME OUT. CLOCK SET VIDEO THEATER SETUP CUSTOMIZE AUDIO C l oc k Se t - - : - - AM Ja n 0 1 2 0 0 1 M e n u To M e n u B a r To Q u i t... - Page 37 SET UP DIGITAL ARRAY Your HITACHI Projection TV has three color projection tubes: one for red, one for green, one for blue. When mixed together in the proper proportion, the output of these three color tubes can produce any color. To produce these colors, however, the beams must be precisely aligned over each other so that the colors can be mixed.
- Page 38 CUSTOMIZE This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. CUSTOMIZE Use this feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60 CHANNEL ID channels a name when CATV1 signal source is selected. Ch an n e l Id .
- Page 39 CUSTOM VIDEO ID. Use this feature to give a name to any of the four video inputs. SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO Ch an n e l Id . Vi de o Id . Fa mi ly F a vo r ite s Pa re n ta l Co ntr o l 4 Ev e n t P ro g r a m Au to L in k...
- Page 40 CUSTOMIZE This function allows you to group your favorite channels into six personalized categories that you can rename. FAMILY FAVORITES A total of 24 channels can be stored in the FAMILY FAVORITES function. (MENU) SETUP VIDEO CUSTOMIZE C ha n n e l Id . V i de o Id .
- Page 41 CUSTOM Use this function to display FAMILY FAVORITES selection to tune the main picture to a desired favorite chan- FAMILY FAVORITES nel. (OPERATION) Fa mily F a v or it e s C U R S O R Select a category using CURSOR Use CURSOR buttons to highlight a favorite channel and the TV will automatically tune to that channel.
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Page 42: Parental Control
CUSTOMIZE This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. PARENTAL CONTROL It can also be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled amount of time that you set. The code to enter PARENTAL CONTROL is a four digit secret code number. -
Page 43: Movie Ratings
CUSTOM Use MOVIE RATINGS to eliminate from viewing, any movie that you feel may be inappropriate MOVIE RATINGS due to its content. SETUP CUSTOMIZE Pa ren ta l C o nt rol **** E nt er Sec ret C od e Cu r so r C h an ne l 3 V id eo L oc k... - Page 44 CUSTOMIZE Use TV RATINGS to eliminate from viewing any TV program that you feel may be inappropriate TV RATINGS due to its content. SETUP CUSTOMIZE P are nt al Co n tro l **** En te r Se cre t Co d e C ur so r C ha nn el 3 Vi de o Lo ck...
- Page 45 CUSTOM Use CANADIAN RATINGS (ENG) to block various types of movies and television programs used CANADIAN RATINGS in Canada that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. (ENG) SETUP CUSTOMIZE P ar en ta l C o n t ro l ** ** C ha nge S ec re t C od e? Cu rs or C han ne l 3...
- Page 46 CUSTOMIZE Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various pro- CANADIAN RATINGS gram ratings that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. (FRN) SETUP CUSTOMIZE P are nt al Co n tro l **** En te r Se cre t Co d e Cu r so r C ha nn el 3 Vi de o Lo ck...
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Page 47: Event Prog
CUSTOM This function will automatically turn the TV on and off, one time only, every day or once a week. 4 EVENT PROG. SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO 4 Eve n t Pr o gr a m - - : - - A M T V O n - - : - - A M T V O f f Sun ( Da y o f W e e k ) - - Ch a n n e l... - Page 48 CUSTOMIZE Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to VIDEO: 4 when it detects a VIDEO input. AUTO LINK SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO AUDIO Ch an ne l I d . Vi d eo I d. Fa m il y Fa vo r ite s Pa r ent a l Co n tr o l 4 Ev en t P r o g r a m Au t o L i nk...
- Page 49 CUSTOM Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video CLOSED CAPTION which are displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as SETUP VIDEO CUSTOMIZE Ch an ne l I d . Vi de o I d.
- Page 50 VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. VIDEO SETUP CUSTOMIZE Contras t M e n u To M e n u B a r Use the CURSOR buttons to highlight the function to be adjusted. Press the CURSOR buttons to adjust the function.
- Page 51 VIDEO Your HITACHI Projection TV has a PERFECT PICTURE function which will automatically adjust picture ADVANCED settings to produce the highest quality picture possible. SETTINGS When PERFECT PICTURE is highlighted, press SELECT to turn the PERFECT PICTURE on or off. VIDEO SETUP CUSTOMIZE...
- Page 52 AUDIO Select AUDIO SETTINGS to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. AUDIO SETUP Bass Treble Bal ance Reset SELECT Advanced Set t ings M e n u To M e n u B a r Use CURSOR to highlight the function to be adjusted.
- Page 53 AUDIO ADVANCED Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV, depending on listening conditions. SETTINGS C ur s or VIDEO SETUP CUSTOMIZE A da van ce d Se t ti ng s St e r e o M on o Se c on d Au d i o Pr o g r a m I nt er nal Sp e a k e r s...
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Page 54: Theater Modes
THEATER Use this function to choose picture and audio settings for a true home THEATER experience. THEATER THEATER MODES Use this function to choose from automatic picture and audio settings to optimize your TV’s performance. C ur s or SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO T h ea t er M o d es... -
Page 55: Care Of Your Hitachi Projection Tv And Your Remote Control
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a dry cloth. Place your television away from extreme heat, humidity, and extremely dusty places. Remove the plug from the wall outlet if your television will not be used for a long period of time, for instances, when you go on vacation. -
Page 56: Reception Problems
NOTE: The TV set can generate sound distortion in external devices such as a radio. Please separate radio equipment from the TV set to a considerable distance. 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. -
Page 57: Useful Info
USEFUL INFO SYMPTOMS No Picture, no sound Sound OK, picture poor Picture OK, sound poor Picture blurred Lines or streaks in picture Poor reception on some channels Picture rolls vertically No color Poor color HITACHI Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage power surges. -
Page 58: Specification
• PERFECT PICTURE System • Remote (Controls many DVD/VCR brands, cable boxes, and satellite boxes.) • High Definition On-Screen Display (UltraTEC BIT-MAP) • Full Set of Input Jacks, including S-Video • COMPONENT VIDEO: Y/P B /P R Input Jacks •... - Page 59 USEFUL INFO Hitachi America, LTD. 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. Each facility will provide you with convenient and expedient assistance.
- Page 60 Hitachi Canada, LTD. 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. If the manual is missing, call for a copy. Pour de plus amples renseignements sur le service durant la période couverte par la garantie, sur le fonc- tionnement ou pour de l’assistance technique communiquez avec: La version français de votre manual se trouve a l’exterieur de la boîte.
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