Hitachi 42V515 Operating Manual

Lcd rear projection tv
Hide thumbs Also See for 42V515:

Quick Links

HITACHI
lnspire
the
Ne×t
IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
................................................................................
2-3
FIRST TIME USE ..................................................................................................................
4-19
THE REMOTE
CONTROL
..................................................................................................
20-37
ON-SCREEN
DISPLAY ........................................................................................................
38-65
LAMP REPLACEMENT
......................................................................................................
66-69
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI "IV & REMOTE
CONTROL
..........................................................
70
RECEPTION
PROBLEMS
........................................................................................................
71
USEFUL INFORMATION
/ INDEX ......................................................................................
72-76
As an ENERGY STAR e Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STARe guidelinesfor energy efficiency.
Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for Hitachi 42V515

  • Page 1 ...................... 66-69 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI "IV & REMOTE CONTROL ............RECEPTION PROBLEMS ......................USEFUL INFORMATION / INDEX ..................72-76 As an ENERGY STAR e Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STARe guidelinesfor energy efficiency.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    HITACHI television. Please fill out your warranty card and mail it to HITACHI. This willenable HITACHI to notifyyou promptlyin the improb- able event that a safety problem should be discovered in your product model.
  • Page 3 Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org (in the US) or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www.epsc.ca (in Canada). For more information, call "1-800-HITACHI." PUBLIC VIEWING OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and sable companies, as well as programs from other sources, may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material.
  • Page 4: Remote Control

    NIl] NNNNN -:.0 _ _ % _e, ,_, ,_'_, HITACHI 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-3842WL (Part No. HL02062) or CLU-3844WL (Part No. HL02064). 2. Two =AA _ size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). REMOTE CONTROL BA'R'ERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1.
  • Page 5: Important Notes

    VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI LCD Rear P'IV is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, tsst various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing. The best picture is seen by sitlJngdirectly in front of the TV and about 10 to 18 feet from the screen. Picture brightnessdecreases as the viewer moves to the left and rightof the receiver.
  • Page 6: Hook-Up Cables And Connectors

    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_'ideo products.
  • Page 7 SIDE PANEL CONTROLS iiiiii ® i--iiil i¸¸¸ --.!!ili!! ®®®® rrli !ii i i;i ii_i ii_iii i! i i i i_ii i! i _!! _-mr7 _-mD ,Bun ¢-m D MENU/SELECT button This button allowsyou to enter the MENU, making it possibleto set ]_/features to your preference without using the remote. This but_n also serves as the SELECT button when in MENU mode.
  • Page 8: Side Panel Controls

    POWER --_TEMP--b LAMP Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may appear to be OFF when it is set to input 1 - input 5 and the video signal is not received from the inputjacks. Please make sure the Blue Power light indicatoris not llt (OFF) when you are not watching for long lasting performance.
  • Page 9 SIDE PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTORS The aide panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a cemcorder or VCR as shown in the following examples: -Irl_i !!i! LJH_m S-VIDeO S-VIDEO i(_!i _ i ...,f.o o NJO_O k!i!ii_iii_ ii ¸...
  • Page 10: Rear Panel Jacks

    REAR PANEL JACKS ii ii! _ iiii!ii!l.U! -o-1 -6- / HR:3mI'_ -o-: J ---- !iiii•i i,iiii!!iiiiiiiii!iii (_) 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.
  • Page 11 2. Only DTV formats such as 1080i, 720p, 480i and 480p are available for HDMI input. RS232C Input For use with third party home Audio/Video control systems which are commercially available. Please see your dealer regarding these "non Hitachi" home control systems (see page 65 to activate this input). (_TV AS CENTER (INPUTS 1-4) These jacks are for stereo amplifiers with center signal output capability.
  • Page 12: Rear Panel Connections

    REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP ¸ iii!ii;iIMI [M--_mr Lassr_ p_,yer, VCR, camoorder, NOTES: Connect only 1 component toeach input jack. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. Inputs 1 and 2 can accomodate Compostte and Component video signals. Cables are not included with the purchase of this TV, except when noted as "provided'.
  • Page 13: Tips On Rear Panel Connections

    TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS S-VIDEO, HDMI and component connections are provided for high performance lasardisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the television. Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up cables.
  • Page 14: External Audio Devices

    CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement. The television'sintemal speakers will act as center speaker (selectAudio-Internal Speakers-'rv as Center see page 49). (_) These FRONT left and dght speakers are connected to the FRONT output of a separate audio amplifier. (_) These REAR eft and right speakers are connected to the REAR output of a separate audio amplifier.
  • Page 15: Connecting External Video Devices

    CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcerder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your TV set is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner's manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs, "Tlii The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions.
  • Page 16 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A STEREO SOURCE TO INPUTI-INPUTS Connect the cable from the VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set ..below Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. C_nnect the cab_e fr_m the A_D__ _UT L _f the VCR _r the _aserdissp_ayert_ the INPUT (A_D___L) jack_ Press the INPUTS button, then select INPUT 3 from the INPUTS menu to view the program from the VCR or laserdisc player.
  • Page 17 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO SOURCE TO INPUT 3, 4 AND 5 ii_!i_!i!i Connect the cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below. i"l"liiii Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack.
  • Page 18 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE WITH HDMI or DVI CAPABILITY TO INPUT 1 Connect the HDMI or DVI to HDMI conneclJoncable from the output of the HDTV set top box or DVD player to the HDMI input as shown on the TV sot below.
  • Page 19 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO DEVICES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE TO INPUT 1 OR 2: Y-PBPR . Connect the cable from the Y OUT of the LaserdiscJDVDplayer or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on the TV set below.
  • Page 20: The Remote Control

    THE REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection "I'V,the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable "IV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver, DVD players, and other audio/video equipment with one touch.
  • Page 21 :@ @ ®: :@ ® @: e- -_:@ _ i"ti!i;iiii! HITACHI iiii¸ xxxx POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or offwhen the remote is in TV mode. (See page 20 for instructionson how to set the remote control to TV mode.)
  • Page 22 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV (_ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depending on the inputsignal format received, the pictureformat ratioallows you to adjust the images through the followingoptions. STANDARD Use this aspect mode to display conventional (4:3) images.
  • Page 23 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV DAY/NIGHT button Press this button to toggle between Day and Night picture mode ssffings. Select Day for day time viewing with more brightness and contrast to compete with room light. Select Night for night time viewing with less brightness and contrast for a more detailed picture (see page 41 for settings changes).
  • Page 24 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV (_) INPUTS button When the remote control is in "FVmode, press this buttonto access the INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR PAD and SELECT button to select the inputs that are being used. Pressing the INPUTS button repeatedly will also cycle through the Inputs menu items. Then press the SELECT button to select.
  • Page 25 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV INFO button Press this button when you want to check the channel being received, the picture source, if the channel has stereo (ST) or Second audio program (SAP), the _me, CHANNEL ID and if the TIMER is set.
  • Page 26 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV VOLUME (VOL) WHEEL, MUTE button Use the VOL WHEEL (& or V) 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 VOL wheel down. Press the VOL wheel again to turn the sound off completely (MUTE).
  • Page 27: Picture In Picture

    PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) Your HITACHI LCD Rear PTV incorporatesTwo Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Two Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on boththe main pictureand sub-picture simultaneously,with separate tuning control for each. ANT A input can be viewed as both the main picture and the sub-picture simultaneously. ANT B can only be viewed as a main pioture.
  • Page 28 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) PIP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE This feature is only available with a 1080i component input or Digital signal 16x9 Format. To prevent a pattam bum, occasional- ly move the sub-picture using the CURSOR PAD Picture Sub Picture SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PiP displays the main picture and sub-picture evenly on the screen.
  • Page 29 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE {PIP) (_) PAUSE button If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the PAUSE 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 EXIT button. Press the PAUSE button repeatedly to toggle between FREEZE modes (Main Freeze, SPLIT and STROBE).
  • Page 30: Using The Remote To Control Cable Box Functions

    These buttonstransmit the chosen preoeded cable codes. EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttonsare for operating the TV. @ G ®i @ @ @: HITACHI MY CABLE BOX CODE IS: NOTE: Refer to instructionmanual of the Cable Box for operation of the buttonsexclusively for the Cable Box.
  • Page 31 These buttons transmit the chosen pre-coded sat-top box/satellite codes. @ @ N (_) EXCLUSIVE TV buttons ®® ®! These buttonsare for operating the "IV. HITACHI MY SATELLITE RECEIVER/STB CODE IS: NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the set-top-box/satellite receiver for operation of the buttons exclusively for the sat-top-...
  • Page 32: Using The Remote To Control Dvd Functions

    These buttons transmit the chosen precoded DVD codes. EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. i® ® ®) @ ®i HITACHI MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS: I NOTE: Refer to instructionmanual of the DVD player for operation of the buttonsexclusively for the DVD player.
  • Page 33 VCR precode library is included in the PVR mode. Default device for this mode is Hitachi VCR. INFO, GUIDE and LC (Last Channel) buttonsare for PVR devices, not for VCR. PRECODED VCR/PVR Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR/PVR m;...
  • Page 34 After replacing the betteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above. CD precede library is included in the AMP mode. Default device for this mode is Hitachi Audio/Video Receiver D D--.:i (AVR/AMP). =, • •...
  • Page 35 7. Pressing the ENTER (ENT) button will now access the video input (1-5) of the desired device. •-I !IKH SETUP EXAMPLE (Hitachi DVD with precode 0573 connected to INPUT 1 of the "IV) Select DVD mode by using your SOURCEACCESS buttons (<, I_) to position...
  • Page 36 0072 Scott ..... 0184, 0045, 0121, ....0702 C4earmaster ....Headquarter ....0046 ....0043, 0210, 0212 Hitachi .... 0573, 0664, 0695 Colour Voice .... 0G25. 0031 Hewlatt Packard ....1972 Boars.. 0(_5, 00_7, 0047, 0CO0, 0042, Hiteker ...... 0672 Comtronics ....
  • Page 37 Oak ......CO19 zenith ...... 08_7 Viotor ....... 0331 PITS ......0775 Ol_mus ..... 0021 Wards .... 0018, 0078, _11 Hitachi ...... 0819 Pace ....0237, 1877 AUDIO BRAND ..... CODE yamaha ....0354, 0133 homecahle ....0238 Panasoni_ ..
  • Page 38: On-Screen Display (Osd)

    ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI LCD IV. 2. Press the CURSOR PAD to highlighta different feature. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quicklyexit from a menu.
  • Page 39 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY IOSD) PictureMode Select betweenthe two picture modes;Day and NighL Contrast Adjust contrast. Brightness Adjust brightness. Color Adjust color. "nnt Adjusttint. Sharpness Adjust sharpness. Color Temperature Set thisto Highfor less intensecolorwith more blue, set to Medium for naturalcolor,set to Standardfor standard coiomor Blackand White for more reddishcolor.
  • Page 40: Display (Osd)

    ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) j Ant A Channel AntB View/edit Channel ID, Scan, and Look settings in antenna A. View/edit Channel ID, Scan, and Lock settings in antenna B. Manager ChangeAcce_ Code Change Lock accesscode. Engage Look Chooseto lock channel,video input,and/orfrontpanel. TV _me Lock Set specifictime to Look'IV.
  • Page 41 VIDEO Video Video Inputs to your preference to increase viewing performance and pleasure depending upon the video program Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. You can independentlycustomize each of the being viewed. If RESET is selected, only the selected input will reset to initial conditions. / Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your "l'V's performance.
  • Page 42 VIDEO Use the CURSOR PAD • or • to highlightthe function to be adjusted. Press the CURSOR PAD • or • to adjust the function. Press the SELECT button to select the function settings. Press MENU to return to main menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu. Press EXIT to quit menu.
  • Page 43 VIDEO Reset Video mode. Settings l This function allows you to Reset the Video Menu Settings of the present input and retum it to the Day VIDEO _Video menu settings this input origlnal fa_:to_ngs. select "R_set" return video Use CURSOR PAD to highlight functions. Press the SELECT button to select Reset Video Settings.
  • Page 44 This involves a process known as 3:2 pulldown. When Auto Movie Mode is tumod ON from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi Projection Television will activate the circuitry for this special feature to improve video performance when watching film based sources.
  • Page 45 Sound reproductionquality enhancement system. The BBE technology produces sound that is natural and O: crisp from just two speakers or the two internal speakers found in your HITACHI television. If your HITACHI television is connected to an extemal audio system, BBE will also create an incredible crisp sound experi- ence from two speakers.
  • Page 46 AUDIO Audio Source Multi-Channel Television Sound will allow you to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural sound) used when receiving a weak stereo broadcast or 2nd Audio Prog (SAP) which may be a secondary language, weather report, etc. The sources received will be displayed at the top right edge of the TV. The source you select will be dis- played above the sources received.
  • Page 47 ASPECT I Asp ect Use this function to select the Picture Format Aspect Ratio. Mode 1Audio • 04:3 Standar_ _4:3 E_panded 16_9 _tanda_d ©l_ ©4:3 Zoom2 MENU D AUto Aspect Auto Aspect Automatically adjust the Aspect Ratio depending on the input signal to fill the screen. Press THE CURSOR PAD &, V, •, •...
  • Page 48: Channel Manager

    CHANNEL MANAGER Chan. Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoorantenna. Select Cable if you have cable TV. Hanager I*.t. I_.t channel [_Antenna s°urce3 Catlle(_ ) ©Cable(2 • uto Cha_el E ch=_l List ........ii ......i¸ iiii_ ichan.
  • Page 49 CHANNEL MANAGER Auto Channel Scan I This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Memory. This will allow you to ! skip unused channels when using CHANNEL UP (,ilL) o r DOWN (v'). mChan. Ma_aqer IIAnt. A •...
  • Page 50 CHANNEL MANAGER Chan T.ie function allows you to review which channels are labeled (CH ID), which have been added to Channel Memory Lis t (SCAN), and which are protected by LOCK. Scan CH ID • _channel Source !OA_tenna _Cab3_[l_ OCable(2) ...
  • Page 51 CHANNEL MANAGER Channe] This section contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. Use this feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60 chan- nels a name when Cable 1 or 2 signal source is selected. A_t.
  • Page 52 LOCKS This functionwill block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. It can also be used to keep the "IV from being viewed for a scheduled time period that you set. The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit access code number. The factory preset code is 0000. Use the number buttonsto enter the access code.
  • Page 53 LOCKS Ratings Rov'ie Use MOVIE RATINGS to prevent viewing of any movie that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. _vle _u=tlna= 5=atus Ra_d: MENU PG-13: I ; Hove _ _eturn Use the CURSOR PAD • or • to select the MOVIE RATING category that you want to block. Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RATING that you have selected.
  • Page 54 LOCKS "IV Ratings I Use TV RATINGS to prevent the viewing of any "IV program that you feel may be inappropriate due to its content. Rchange Access c_tego_y mTVTlme Lock • Statu_ • MENU _ovie Ratln_s • TV-Y; TV YT: •...
  • Page 55 LOCKS I Canadian Ratings you feel might be inappropriate in its content. Use Canadian Ratings (Eng) to block any type of movie and television program in Canada that (Eng) m LoCks m Locks mch_n_e _cces= Code _atus _nQa_ lock MENU m_Time Lock R=ting_...
  • Page 56 LOCKS Canadian Ratings I Use CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to block Canadian French programs according to various pro- (Frn) j gram ratings that you feel might be inappropriatein its content. [Lock_ ILock_ r*_e._41u left,haS CFr_ _rchanqe Access Code S_atus _.ga_e Lock •...
  • Page 57 TIMERS I Ti Select "Timers to set your Clock, Sleep llmer, Event "l]mer, Auto Power Off and Day/Night "l]mer I Recordings. _TiMr= I[ V_deo mset Clock • •]Set Sleep T_er • ms.t Omy/Ni(ht Timer ms_t Eve._ T_me_ • IF_ ..Set AUtO P_er I set...
  • Page 58 TIMERS J set $1 eep Timer Select this feature to set your Sleep "timerfrom 30 minutes to 3 hours (30 minute increments). IITiraers £1 Ilse_ ,lock • IIstt Clock _llep Tta*r bay/Night II_et Oay/_ight Tt_r • • _ Eveh_ Tier •...
  • Page 59 TIMERS Event TiBer This function will automatically operate the Projection "IV viewing reservation of a program. If the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the screen below will appear. The message on the screen w d s- appear after 3 seconds, then the screen automatically goes to the clock setup mode (see page 57).
  • Page 60 TIMERS This function will turn offthe "iV automatically when a video signal is not detected for 15 minutes. Power Off Auto mTimers |T_e_s m,0, • T he Clo_k Automatic Saving Sleep Timer • ms,t Day/NightTlmer O Yes O NO ms_t Timer •...
  • Page 61 SETUP Setup Use the CURSOR PAD AorVon the remote tohighlight SelectSETUPwhensettingyourTVupforthefirsttime. the function desired. S_nu _r_f_re._ SScreen Sawr MENU Black S_de Panel S s_ Cl_d C_p_on_ Moni_ar AV Control Use the CURSOR PAD A, V, _1, • to highlightthe sub-menu of your choice. Press the SELECT button to select.
  • Page 62 SETUP Thisfunc_onallowsyoutochoosefromtwo menu backgrounds, Nenu Background m%etup m_._.u Preference Language, _English 0 French © S_an_sh Menu Bac:kQround [Og_d_d © Solid Use CURSOR PAD <, • to highlight Set The Menu Background (shaded or solid), and press the SELECT button to select setting.
  • Page 63 SETUP Use this feature to give a name to any of the five video inputs. The Inputs _et:uP _t_Zr_ut= mM.nu Preference • mSlt Tb_]w_Jtu_ • Video20AVR ODVD O PVR OSTB2 MENU Sla,k ,_de Pan_l Videu30CAM ODVD20PVR2 OVCR Video4 O CBL O OVO30 _VCR2 V_de°l...
  • Page 64 SETUP Closed Captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video c] osed Caption JSet which are displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as r'_ Isetup Jsetup Bs_r_e_ s_ve_ •...
  • Page 65 Use the CURSOR PADS and the SELECT button to check the Connected RS232C box. NOTE: For use with third party home Audio/V_deocontrol systems which are commemially available. Please see your deater regarding these =non Hitachi" home control systems. Z! i!!i! ¸¸...
  • Page 66 30-45 minutes. If =LAMP" indicator is still lit, please contact your authorized service center (see page 74-75). NOTES: Contact your Hitachi dealer for a new lamp unit. Using other lamps may cause damage to the IV Set. LAMP TYPE:...
  • Page 67: Lamp Replacement

    For lamp recycling and disposal information,go to www.lamprecycle.org. For product recycling and disposal information, contact your local government agency or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org (in the US) or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www.epsc.ca (in Canada). For more information, call "1-800-HITACHI."...
  • Page 68 LAMP REPLACEMENT Remove the screw securing the lamp cover with a Phillipshead screw driver as shown. Remove the lamp cover. i i ii!i LI.II ¸ SCREW LAMPCOVER !iiiiiii Q.ii !i i_iiiii!lLIil CAUTION: THE LAMP IS VERY HOT AND MAY CAUSE FIRE OR SEVERE BURNS. WAIT AT LEAST 30-45 M NUTES TO ALLOW THE LAMP TO COOL BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH LAMP REMOVAL.
  • Page 69 (in the US) or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www.epsc.ca (in Canada). NOTE: This product contains lead and a lamp that contains mercury. Dispose of this product and its lamp in accordance with For more information, call "1-800-HITACHI."...
  • Page 70 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty.
  • Page 71: Reception Problems

    ks< 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 electdcal appliances. • GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused by the television signal followingtwo paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings,hills or some other objects.
  • Page 72 If there is still no power, unplug the power cord from the wall. Wait 30 seconds and plug the power cord back in. Press the power switch again. This protective technology should providefor years of lasting entertainment from your HITACHI Liquid Crystal Display.
  • Page 73: Useful Info

    USEFUL INFO Features: Superfine Picture Quality 1280 Line Horizontal Reeolution Remote (Controls many PVRNCR brands, cable Poxes, satellite Poxes, and other audio equipment). New Easy-to-Use (3-Language) On-Screan Menu Full Sot of Input Jacks, including S-VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO: Y-PB/PR Six Aspect Modes Closed Caption Decoder 2-Tuner Picture in Picture 2 Antenna Inputs (Either for Analog/Digital)
  • Page 74 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 75 USEFULINFO Hitachi Canada, LTD. Digital Media Division Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please contact: In Canada: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) Monday - Friday EST 9:00am - 7:00pm Saturday EST 9:00am - 5:00pm Look for your French Manual on the outside of the box.
  • Page 76 INDEX 33/Ratings (Canadian - French) ....Loudness ........Accessories ........Antennas (Connecting) ......Aspect Ratio ........ 22,47 Menu Preference Audio (Sound Enhancement) Language ......... SRS ........Background ....... BBE ........MonitorOut ........ 10, 65 Audio Settings ......45-46 Audio Source ......... Auto Color ........
  • Page 77 HITACHI QR61811...

Table of Contents