Hitachi L46VG09U Instructions For Use Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Features ..............2 Locking a Channel ..........18 Managing Stations: Favourites ......18 Introduction ............. 2 Button Functions ..........19 Preparation ............. 2 Managing Stations: Sorting Channel List ..... 19 Safety Precautions ..........3 On-Screen Information ......... 19 Information for Users in European Union Countries ............
  • Page 3: Features

    Introduction Features • 3D Viewing: This product supports the 3D viewing Please read the corresponding instructions of this function via an available broadcast or via HDMI handbook prior to the fi rst usage of the device, even source. when the usage of electronic devices is familiar to you.
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions hearing. DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is Please read the following recommended safety unattended unless it is specifi cally stated precautions carefully for your safety. that it is designed for unattended operation or has a SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF stand-by mode.
  • Page 5: Information For Users In European Union Countries

    Information for Users in European Union Cleaning Countries Before cleaning, unplug the TV set The above mark is in compliance with from the wall outlet. Do not use liquid the Waste Electrical and Electronic or aerosol cleaners. Use soft and dry E q u i p m e n t D i r e c t i v e 2 0 0 2 / 9 6 / cloth.
  • Page 6: Connection To A Television Distribution System (Cable Tv Etc.) From Tuner

    • Do not use the 3D mode or wear 3D Glasses while power cord should principally be separated from the you are moving around. Using the 3D mode or 3D mains socket prior to a longer period of non-usage, Glasses while moving may lead to injuries due to i.e.
  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Package Contents LCD TV Batteries: 2 X AAA Instruction Book Quick Guide Remote Control Cable Holder 3D Glasses: 2x 1 X Video & Audio Connection Cable Note: You should check the accessories after purchasing. Make sure that each accessory is included.
  • Page 8: Environmental Information

    Environmental Information • This television is designed to consume less energy to save environment. You not only help to save the environment but also you can save money by reducing electricity bills thanks to the energy effi ciency feauture of this TV. To reduce energy consumption, you should take the following steps: •...
  • Page 9: Remote Control Buttons

    Remote Control Buttons Standby Pause (in Media Browser mode) Stop (in Media Browser mode) No function Fast Forward (in Media Browser mode) No function Subtitle on-off / TXT subtitle (analogue TV mode) / Subtitle (in Media Browser mode) Blue button Yellow button Numeric buttons Previous programme...
  • Page 10: Lcd Tv And Operating Buttons

    LCD TV and Operating Buttons FRONT and REAR VIEW Control buttons VIEW Control Buttons 1. Standby/On touch button 2. TV/AV button 3. Programme Up/Down buttons 4. Volume Up/Down buttons 5. Power On/Off Switch is used for turning the TV on or off. Note: Press “...
  • Page 11: Viewing The Back Side Connections

    Viewing the Back side Connections SCART 2 inputs or outputs for external devices. SCART 1 input or output for external devices. Connect the SCART cable between SCART socket on TV and SCART socket on your external device (such as a decoder, a VCR or a DVD player). Note: If an external device is connected via the SCART socket, the TV will automatically switch to AV mode.
  • Page 12: Viewing The Connections - Side Connectors

    Viewing the Connections - Side Connectors CI Slot is used for inserting a CI card. A CI card allows you to view all the channels that you subscribe to. For more information, see “Conditional Access” section. Side USB input 1. Side HDMI Input is for connecting a device that has an HDMI socket.
  • Page 13: Using Digital Multimedia Connectors

    Using Digital Multimedia Connecting the LCD TV to a PC Connectors For displaying your computer’s screen image on your LCD TV, you can connect your computer to the TV set. • You can connect USB devices to your TV by using Power off both computer and display before making the USB inputs of the TV.
  • Page 14: Connecting To A Dvd Player

    Connecting to a DVD Player Using Side AV Connectors If you want to connect a DVD player to your LCD You can connect a range of optional equipment to your TV, you can use connectors of the TV set. DVD LCD TV using side connectors of the TV.
  • Page 15: Remote Control Handset

    Remote Control Handset Input Selection Inserting Batteries Once you have connected external systems to your TV, you can switch to different input sources. • Remove the battery cover located on the back of Press “SOURCE” button on your remote control the handset by gently pulling backwards from the consecutively for directly changing sources.
  • Page 16: Programme Selection (Direct Access)

    Programme Selection (Direct Access) • Press “ ” button after setting Teletext Language option. Scan Encrypted will be then highlighted. • Press numeric buttons on the remote control to select You can set Scan Encrypted as Yes if you want to programmes between 0 and 9.
  • Page 17: Auto Tuning

    Auto Channel Scan Menu Operation If you select AERIAL option from the Search Type screen, the television will search for digital terrestrial Digital Aerial: Searches and stores aerial DVB TV broadcasts. , stations. Digital Cable: Searches and stores cable DVB stations.
  • Page 18: Digital Cable Manual Search

    Digital Cable Manual Search In cable manual scan, you can enter frequency, modulation, symbol rate and network channel scan options. After selecting search type as Digital Cable, you can set the desired options and press OK button to search. If you start Digital Aerial scan process, automatic scanning will start.
  • Page 19: Managing Stations: Channel List

    Managing Stations: Channel List • Select the channel that you want to delete and select Delete option. Press OK button to continue. The TV sorts all stored stations in the Channel List. YES to delete, • A warning screen will appear. Select You can edit this channel list, set favourites or set select No to cancel.
  • Page 20: Button Functions

    Viewing Electronic Programme • Select a channel by using “ ” or “ ” button. Press OK button to add selected channel to favourites list. Guide (EPG) Press OK button again to remove. Button Functions You can view the electronic programme guide (EPG) to view information about available programmes.To •...
  • Page 21: Media Playback Using Media Browser

    Blue button (Next day): Displays the programmes of the next day. Numeric buttons (Jump): Jumps to the preferred channel directly via numeric buttons. OK (Options): Displays programme options including “Select Channel” option. Text button (Filter): Views fi ltering options: Press TELETEXT “ ”...
  • Page 22: Viewing Videos Via Usb

    You can play music, picture and video fi les from the connected USB memory stick. Use “ ” or “ ” button to select Videos, Photos, Music or Settings. You can connect two USB devices to your TV. If both USB devices include music, picture or video fi...
  • Page 23: Slideshow Options

    Media Browser Settings GREEN: Views images in thumbnails. BLUE: Switch between music, photo, video and all. YELLOW: Change view style Slideshow Options Pause ( button): Pauses the slideshow. Continue ( button): Continues the slideshow. Previous/Next (Left/Right buttons): Jumps to previous or next fi le on slideshow. can set your Media Browser preferences by Rotate (Up/Down buttons): Rotates the image using using the Settings dialog.
  • Page 24: 3D Settings

    • Use 3D glasses only when watching 3D picture • Select 3D Settings option by using “ ” / “ ” button and press OK. with the correct angle. Remove the glasses in any other case. The picture may not be visible or may be dark if you look down or if you lie on your side while watching 3D picture using 3D glasses.
  • Page 25: Changing Image Size: Picture Formats

    14:9 Changing Image Size: Picture This zooms up the wide picture (14:9 aspect ratio) to Formats the upper and lower limits of the screen. • Programmes can be watched in different picture formats, depending on the transmission received. • You can change the aspect ratio (image size) of the TV for viewing the picture in different zoom modes.
  • Page 26: Confi Guring Picture Settings

    Con guring Picture Settings You can use different picture settings in detail. Contrast: Sets the lightness and darkness values Press “MENU” button and select the Picture icon of the screen. by using “ ” or “ ” button. Press OK button to view Brightness: Sets the brightness value for the Picture Settings menu.
  • Page 27: Confi Guring Sound Settings

    Press “ ” or “ ” button to select Picture icon. Picture menu appears on the screen. Contrast, Brightness, Colour, Colour Temp and Picture Zoom settings in this menu are identical to settings defi ned in TV picture menu under “Main Menu System”.
  • Page 28: Confi Guring Your Tv's Settings

    Note: If you set SRS TruSurr HD as On, some features company, then insert those to the TV using the in the Sound menu can be unavailable to be set. following procedure. Digital Out: Sets digital out audio type. • Insert the CAM and then the viewing card to the slot that is located in the terminal cover at the rear Con guring Your TV’s Settings...
  • Page 29: Language Settings

    Audio • : Sets the preferred audio language. Parental Control Subtitle • : Sets the subtitle language. Selected To prohibit viewing of certain programmes, channels language will be seen in subtitles. and menus can be locked by using the parental Teletext •...
  • Page 30: Timers

    of those buttons is pressed, Child Lock Is On will Duration: Displays duration between the starting and be displayed on the screen when the menu screen ending time. is not visible. Mode: Sets a timer to be repeated as Once, Daily or Set PIN: Defi...
  • Page 31: Confi Guring Source Settings

    Active Antenna (optional): This feature enables or Con guring Source Settings disables the use of active antennas. When antenna You can enable or disable selected source options. power option is set as On, +5V will be transmitted to The TV will not switch to the disabled source options the antenna output.
  • Page 32: Other Features

    Broadcast Type (optional): When you set the desired over the programme (mix).Pressing again will quit broadcast type by using “ ” or “ ” button, the TV will the teletext mode. display the related channel list. If the related source “RETURN”...
  • Page 33: Tips

    Tips Screen Care: Clean the screen with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive solvents as they may damage the coating layer of the TV screen. For your safety, unplug the mains plug when cleaning the set. When moving the TV, hold it properly from the bottom part. Image Persistence: Please note that ghosting may occur while displaying a persistent image.LCD TVs’...
  • Page 34: Appendix A: Pc Input Typical Display Modes

    Appendix A: PC Input Typical Appendix B: AV and HDMI Signal Display Modes Compatibility (Input Signal Types) The display has a maximum resolution of 1360 x 768. Source Supported Signals Available The following table is an illustration of some of the typical video display modes.
  • Page 35: Appendix C: Supported Dvi Resolutions

    Appendix C: Supported DVI Resolutions When connecting devices to your TV’s connectors by using DVI converter cables (not supplied), you can refer to the following resolution information. 24Hz 25Hz 30Hz 50Hz 60Hz 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p 1080i 1080p Appendix D: Supported File Formats for USB Mode Supported Players Player Stream...
  • Page 36: Appendix E: Software Upgrade

    Appendix E: Software Upgrade • Your TV is capable of fi nding and updating new software upgrades over broadcast channels. • For broadcast channels search, TV looks the available channels stored in your settings. So before software upgrade search, it is advised to auto search and update all available channels. 1) Software upgrade search via user interface •...
  • Page 37: Specifi Cations

    Digital Reception (DVB-T) Speci cations TV BROADCASTING Transmission Standards: PAL/SECAM B/G D/K K’ I/I’ L/L’ DVB-T, MPEG2, DVB-T, MPEG4 HD RECEIVING CHANNELS i. DEMODULATION VHF (BAND I/III) • -Symbol rate: COFDM with 2K/8K FFT mode. UHF (BAND U) • -Modulation: 16-QAM - 64-QAM FEC for all DVB modes (automatically found) HYPERBAND NUMBER OF PRESET CHANNELS...
  • Page 38: Dvb-T Functionality Information

    DVB-T functionality information This DVB receiver is only suitable for use in the country which it was designed to be used in. Although this DVB receiver conforms to the latest DVB speci cations at the time of manufacture, we cannot guarantee compatibility with future DVB transmissions due to changes that may be implemented in broadcast signals and technologies.
  • Page 39: Product Guarantee

    Product Guarantee This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period 1 Year This does not cover the product where the fault is due to misuse, abuse, use in contravention of the instructions, or where the product has been the subject of unauthorised modi cations or alterations, or has been the subject of commercial use In the event of a problem with the product within the guarantee period please return it to your nearest Argos store...
  • Page 40 Operating Instructions...
  • Page 41 • As the 3D glasses receive infrared rays from the Caution Emitter, if there is another infrared communications Please read these safety instructions carefully device nearby, this may affect the glasses. to ensure your personal safety and to prevent • Do not scratch the surface of the Liquid crystal damage.
  • Page 42 Features The glasses enable you to view 3D video and images on 3D Televisions. The TV communicates with the glasses using a infrared transmitter that is included with 3D TVs. Accessories 3D Glasses 8-pin mini USB cable Quick Start Guide Cleaning Cloth NOTE: The accessories represented in this manual may differ from the actual appearances.
  • Page 43: Part Names

    PART NAMES Using 3D Glasses Button Operation LED Indication Power On Press the Power button once. The red LED blinks once. Press and hold down the Power Power Off The red LED blinks three times. button The power is automatically turned Auto Off (*) (**) off if no signal is transmitted for1 The red LED blinks three times.
  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Charging the glasses • Connect the USB port located under the power button on the glasses to the USB port of the TV or PC using the supplied 8-pin mini USB cable as shown by the  gure. • Charge the glasses until the LED is green. The glasses will fully charge in about 2 hours. NOTE: While charging: The LED is red.
  • Page 45 Speci cations Shutters Liquid crystal Transmittance > 30 % Contrast Ratio 120  elds/s Max. 500:1 Field Rate Open Time < 3.5 ms Close Time < 1 ms Horizontal: ± 50 degrees at 16 ft (5 m) Optics Emitter (Viewing Angle) Vertical: ±...
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  • Page 47: Quick Guide

    QUICK GUIDE L46VG09U IMPORTANT - If placing TV into cabinet or alcove, ensure there is at least a 100mm (10cm) gap to the sides, rear and top of the TV. This is to allow for adequate ventilation during operation. Please read the main Users Guide for more safety information before installation.
  • Page 48 • It is recommended that a scart lead should be fitted between your TV and VCR to enhance your picture and sound quality. Scart leads are essential if you have a stereo TV and VCR and wish to obtain stereo sound from your equipment. These leads can be purchased from your Hitachi dealer or any good High Street electrical retailer.
  • Page 49 ...or through a HDMI and YP P products (DVD-RW) HDMI 3 AUDIO cable (Not supplied) (RF) connector lead Device to TV YPbPr Video Cable Aerial (RF) Socket (Not supplied) HDMI cable Scart Lead to AV-1 on TV. COMPONENT ANTENNA wall AUDIO OUT socket Aerial (RF)
  • Page 50: The Tv Will Then Switch On

    connect the TV plug to the mains socket UK plug European plug insert plug... insert plug..and switch on Press the button, " " button on the TV. The TV will then switch on. NB: When the set is first switched on, the set will be in standby and the indicator on the front of the set will illuminate.
  • Page 51: Start A.p.s. (Auto Programming System)

    start A.P.S. (Auto Programming System) When the TV is operated for the first time, installation wizard will guide you through the process. First, language selection screen will be displayed: • Use " " or " down " buttons to select your language and press OK button to set selected language and continue.
  • Page 52 Using the 3D mode.. IMPORTANT! • Read and understand the 3D mode safety precautions carefully for your safety before using the 3D function. Read and understand “3D Mode and 3D Images” precautions and “IMPORTANT” sections (on page 4, 22 and 23) on instruction book.
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