Users Guide
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Dear HITACHI customer
Congratulations on your purchase of the very latest state of the art
technology. At Hitachi we pride ourselves on producing high quality televisions
with outstanding picture and audio capabilities, coupled with Hitachi's
reputation for superior reliability. You should enjoy many years of trouble free
operation from your TV. Take some time to read this Users Guide thoroughly,
and if you encounter any difficulty, firstly refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide at
the rear of this manual. In the unlikely event of a problem occurring with your
TV, contact your dealer immediately.
...notes on digital sound
Your Hitachi television is capable of decoding advanced forms of digital
audio (such as Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG and PCM) coding that makes it
possible to reproduce high-quality digital sound. Being the next step forward
from analogue sound, digital sounds sonic realism and listener involvement
will change the way you experience sound from your Hitachi television. Digital
sound works by delivering at maximum 5 separate audio channels - left,
right, centre, left surround, right surround and also a LFE (Low Frequency
Effects) channel. These independent channels allow for a more precise
localisation of sounds and a more convincing, realistic ambience.
Dolby Digital
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic"
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential
Unpublished Works. ©1992 - 1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
DTS
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No.
5,451,942 and other world wide patents issues and pending. "DTS" and "DTS
Digital Surround" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. © 1996 Digital
Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Software Notice
It is prohibited for the end user of this product to copy, reverse engineer
or reverse compile the software included therein save to the extent permitted
by law.
contents
contents
safety aspects
television safety ................................................................................4
battery safety and installation ............................................................5
set-up and tuning in
aerial and VCR installation ..................................................................6
aerial, satellite and VCR installation....................................................7
TV set up and automatic tuning procedure ......................................8
manual tuning procedure ..................................................................9
handset controls
program tuning ..................................................................................11
television operation ............................................................................12
teletext functions ..............................................................................13
program, sound and vision adjustment
picture controls ..................................................................................14
program swap....................................................................................15
program name change ......................................................................16
sound and language controls ............................................................17
audio and equaliser controls ..............................................................18
sound mode ......................................................................................20
speaker setup ....................................................................................22
digital audio setup ..............................................................................26
digital audio status - decode mode ..................................................27
digital audio status - display format ..................................................28
television features
wide screen viewing ..........................................................................29
sleep timer and default viewing controls............................................31
teletext operation ..............................................................................32
teletext dual page ............................................................................33
progressive scan and 100Hz picture..................................................34
multi-picture ......................................................................................35
other equipment connection
rear socket and scart details. ............................................................36
DVD, CD and laserdisc connection ....................................................37
external speaker socket details ........................................................38
external speaker setup ......................................................................39
audio visual setup ..............................................................................40
camcorder and computer connection ..............................................41
signal source entry ............................................................................42
front control panel details ..................................................................44
television information
trouble shooting guide - digital sound................................................45
trouble shooting guide - television operation ....................................47
guarantee ..........................................................................................48
Hitachi Environmental Notice ............................................................49
technical data ....................................................................................50
4
television
safety
safety
aspects
DO observe the manufacturers instructions when connecting extension leads to your TV. The fuse
should be a 5 Amp fuse with the safety symbols
and
displayed. If you are in any doubt
about the extension installation, please consult a competent electrician.
This television has been designed and manufactured to meet international
safety standards, but like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if
you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
DO NOT cut off the fitted mains plug as it may contain a special radio interference filter, the
removal of which could lead to impaired performance. If you wish to extend the lead, obtain
an appropriate extension lead or consult your dealer.
DO NOT continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working
normally or if it is damaged in any way - switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult
your dealer.
IF you intend placing this TV into a cabinet or a wall alcove, please 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 your TV's operation.
DO NOT leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated
that it is designed for unattended operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch off using the
switch on the equipment and show your family how to do this. Make special arrangements
for infirm or handicapped people.
DO NOT obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft
furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the lifespan of your equipment.
DO NOT use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws - to ensure complete
safety, always fit the manufacturers approved stand or legs with the fixings provided
according to the instructions.
DO NOT allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots, or
any other opening in the case - this could result in a fatal electrical shock.
NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind -
it is better to be safe than sorry!
DO be careful with any glass panels or doors on equipment.
DO consult your dealer if you are in any doubt about installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DO place your TV on a flat surface, or if supplied, the stand accessory.
DO NOT remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DO ensure that all connections, (including the mains plug, extension leads and inter-connections
between the pieces of equipment), are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions
. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug before making or changing connections.
DO NOT listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage
your hearing.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO NOT use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are
distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst
DO NOT place hot objects such as candles or nightlights on, or close to, equipment.
High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires.
Should you require to replace the fuse in the moulded mains plug with a new fuse then please
replace with one of the same value, type and approval as the original. Ensure the fuse cover is
returned to its original position.
5
always
battery
safety
and
installation
safety
aspects
1. When inserting the batteries make sure the polarities are correct, that is, `+' to `+', `-' to `-'.
2. Replace the batteries with the equivalent `AA' type.
3. Discard old batteries safely, following the battery safety guidelines.
battery installation
1
2
Remove cover of handset by lifting up the cover at the recess.
Insert batteries into handset as shown and replace cover.
Take care to fit your batteries
correctly, observing the plus
`+' and minus `-' marks on
the battery and appliance.
Incorrect fitting can cause
leakage, or in extreme
cases, fire or explosion.
always
Replace the whole set of
batteries at one time, taking
care not to mix old and new
batteries of different types,
since this can result in
leakage, or in extreme
cases, fire or explosion.
always
Store unused batteries in
their packaging and away
from metal objects which
may cause a short circuit
resulting in leakage, or in
extreme cases, fire or
explosion.
+
-
+
-
+
-
+
-
always
Remove dead batteries from
equipment, and all batteries
from equipment that is to be
left for long periods of time
without any use. Otherwise
the batteries may leak and
cause damage.
never!
Never dispose of batteries in
fire as this can cause an
explosion.
Respect the environment -
always dispose of batteries in
an environmentally friendly
manner.
never!
Never attempt to recharge
ordinary batteries, either in a
charger or by applying heat to
them. They may leak, cause
fire or even explode.
Rechargeable NiCAD batteries
and chargers can be
purchased from any good
High Street electrical retailer.
CHARGE
+
-