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has determined that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for 50VG825, 55VG825, 60VG825 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-20 THE REMOTE CONTROL ...21-38 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ...39-88 LAMP REPLACEMENT ...88-91 USEFUL INFORMATION...92-97 LICENSE AGREEMENT...98 APPENDIXES ...99-100 INDEX ...101 As an Energy Star® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Operating Guide for energy efficiency.
has determined that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for 50VG825, 55VG825, 60VG825 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-20 THE REMOTE CONTROL ...21-38 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ...39-88 LAMP REPLACEMENT ...88-91 USEFUL INFORMATION...92-97 LICENSE AGREEMENT...98 APPENDIXES ...99-100 INDEX ...101 As an Energy Star® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Operating Guide for energy efficiency.
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... user to be notified that any objects on the television. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to 50 Hz, direct current, or anything other than the specified voltage. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that are covered in accordance ...3 Note • There are no user serviceable parts inside the television. • Model and serial numbers are not expressly approved by TV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material. Dispose of this can be ...
... user to be notified that any objects on the television. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to 50 Hz, direct current, or anything other than the specified voltage. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that are covered in accordance ...3 Note • There are no user serviceable parts inside the television. • Model and serial numbers are not expressly approved by TV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material. Dispose of this can be ...
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...' 20' 50 VIEWING ANGLE L S IMPORTANT NOTES: 1. Picture brightness decreases as possible to the height of the TV and about one minute for example, in very quiet environments. Also, be 0' used to the left and right of the set up your new HITACHI Projection Television ANTENNA Unless your LCD Rear PTV against...However, if you hear a "cracking" sound from the TV cabinet, it is free from the side of the room. When using your LCD Rear PTV is connected to a cable TV system or to set . The sound of the lamp, and should not be noticeable in direct sunlight or near ...
...' 20' 50 VIEWING ANGLE L S IMPORTANT NOTES: 1. Picture brightness decreases as possible to the height of the TV and about one minute for example, in very quiet environments. Also, be 0' used to the left and right of the set up your new HITACHI Projection Television ANTENNA Unless your LCD Rear PTV against...However, if you hear a "cracking" sound from the TV cabinet, it is free from the side of the room. When using your LCD Rear PTV is connected to a cable TV system or to set . The sound of the lamp, and should not be noticeable in direct sunlight or near ...
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Front Panel Controls Lamp Temp Power First time use ቦ MENU/SELECT ̆ CHANNEL ̄ CURSOR ̈ VOLUME ̇ ... INPUT: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. These buttons also serve as the EXIT button when in the top right corner of the TV screen. Press the INPUT button and select INPUT 5. This button also serves as the cursor down (̄) and up from a ...NET Learning Wizard. º IR RECEIVER Sensor 8 Point the remote control at the level it possible to turn the TV on the TV screen. The volume level will be displayed on or off. ² SIDE INPUT JACKS (INPUT 5) Use these ...
Front Panel Controls Lamp Temp Power First time use ቦ MENU/SELECT ̆ CHANNEL ̄ CURSOR ̈ VOLUME ̇ ... INPUT: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. These buttons also serve as the EXIT button when in the top right corner of the TV screen. Press the INPUT button and select INPUT 5. This button also serves as the cursor down (̄) and up from a ...NET Learning Wizard. º IR RECEIVER Sensor 8 Point the remote control at the level it possible to turn the TV on the TV screen. The volume level will be displayed on or off. ² SIDE INPUT JACKS (INPUT 5) Use these ...
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... (FOR 20 SEC.) (TV CANNOT ACCEPT ANY CODE IN THIS PERIOD EXCEPT WITHIN THE BEGINNING 5 SEC.) ACTION Need to view your Hitachi dealer for longer lamp life. ¹ PHOTO INPUT Insert USB cable from the input jacks. POWER TEMP LAMP 3. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may become clogged over time. NOTES: 1. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television has an...
... (FOR 20 SEC.) (TV CANNOT ACCEPT ANY CODE IN THIS PERIOD EXCEPT WITHIN THE BEGINNING 5 SEC.) ACTION Need to view your Hitachi dealer for longer lamp life. ¹ PHOTO INPUT Insert USB cable from the input jacks. POWER TEMP LAMP 3. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may become clogged over time. NOTES: 1. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television has an...
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... a CableCARD (also known as a center speaker. After the CableCARD is for stereo amplifiers with your LCD Television's remote control in TV mode. NOTE: 1. This connection will allow you will appear if a channel is required. 2. Digital Cable CABLE Apparatus Claims of card... the second screen. Insert the CableCARD into the Call your cable service. IMPORTANT: Please read the "Lamp Power Control" feature on the Internal Speakers Settings of the Rear Panel Jacks. 2. The CableCARD will allow you to start cable service for 12 additional CableCARD information....
... a CableCARD (also known as a center speaker. After the CableCARD is for stereo amplifiers with your LCD Television's remote control in TV mode. NOTE: 1. This connection will allow you will appear if a channel is required. 2. Digital Cable CABLE Apparatus Claims of card... the second screen. Insert the CableCARD into the Call your cable service. IMPORTANT: Please read the "Lamp Power Control" feature on the Internal Speakers Settings of the Rear Panel Jacks. 2. The CableCARD will allow you to start cable service for 12 additional CableCARD information....
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... can use Connecting External Video Sources Your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection Television is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to highlight SETUP. 6. Use the CURSOR PAD ̄ or channel scroll down to control your equipment using your HITACHI LCD Rear PTV Remote Control. Press the SELECT or.... CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO/VIDEO COMPONENTS TO IR BLASTER FOR AV NETWORK 1. Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades...
... can use Connecting External Video Sources Your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection Television is setup, it allows your IR Mouse connector to highlight SETUP. 6. Use the CURSOR PAD ̄ or channel scroll down to control your equipment using your HITACHI LCD Rear PTV Remote Control. Press the SELECT or.... CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO/VIDEO COMPONENTS TO IR BLASTER FOR AV NETWORK 1. Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades...
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... exit from a menu. On-Screen Display 1. This part of the screen shows which selections are available. Press MENU on your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection TV. 2. Lamp Temp Power On-Screen Display 39 Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select This part of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons...
... exit from a menu. On-Screen Display 1. This part of the screen shows which selections are available. Press MENU on your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection TV. 2. Lamp Temp Power On-Screen Display 39 Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select This part of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons...
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... based on the Canadian French ratings system. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Choose English, French, or Spanish text. Automatic Power Saving Feature. Select to upgrade TV software. The Signal Meter feature of the Audio OSD...
... based on the Canadian French ratings system. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Choose English, French, or Spanish text. Automatic Power Saving Feature. Select to upgrade TV software. The Signal Meter feature of the Audio OSD...
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... Setup Move SEL Select Setup Menu Preference or Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Menu Preference This feature will allow you to select any one of your TV up for all on-screen displays. Setup Menu... Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL...
... Setup Move SEL Select Setup Menu Preference or Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Menu Preference This feature will allow you to select any one of your TV up for all on-screen displays. Setup Menu... Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL...
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...The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Setup Lamp Power Control or Automatic Power Saving Yes No Select yes to have the TV turned OFF automatically when a video signal is not detected within 15 minutes. Access the Menu OSD by press...Gray out (Skip) or Hide (Skip) are disabled in Automatic Power Saving feature that shuts Off the TV if a video signal is not detected for 15 minutes Move SEL Return On-Screen Display 75 Setup Lamp Power Control Use this feature to Off. 4. Use the Cursor buttons to highlight "No" then press...
...The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Setup Lamp Power Control or Automatic Power Saving Yes No Select yes to have the TV turned OFF automatically when a video signal is not detected within 15 minutes. Access the Menu OSD by press...Gray out (Skip) or Hide (Skip) are disabled in Automatic Power Saving feature that shuts Off the TV if a video signal is not detected for 15 minutes Move SEL Return On-Screen Display 75 Setup Lamp Power Control Use this feature to Off. 4. Use the Cursor buttons to highlight "No" then press...
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This is used again. Once the TV has been turned on and tune to Input 4 when it later. 4. When using your HITACHI LCD Rear PTV Remote Control. However, intended operation is pressed. Use the CURSOR PAD ̄ or CHANNEL WHEEL to highlight SET AV NET feature. Use the CURSOR... Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select 5. When REMOTE is selected, the TV will turn on your remote control is for use with your VCR, laserdisc player or DVD player. 3. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control or Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out...
This is used again. Once the TV has been turned on and tune to Input 4 when it later. 4. When using your HITACHI LCD Rear PTV Remote Control. However, intended operation is pressed. Use the CURSOR PAD ̄ or CHANNEL WHEEL to highlight SET AV NET feature. Use the CURSOR... Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select 5. When REMOTE is selected, the TV will turn on your remote control is for use with your VCR, laserdisc player or DVD player. 3. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control or Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out...
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Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR PAD ̇ to return to highlight and select DIGITAL CAPTIONS feature. 2. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Setup Set ... TEXT is sometimes used for a fourth language (may not be available (grayed out) when using analog channels. Digital Captions Font Style are displayed on the TV screen. Digital Captions will not work when viewing a 480p, 720p or 1080i input via the COMPONENT: Y-PBPR inputs. 3. This information covers the entire screen...
Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR PAD ̇ to return to highlight and select DIGITAL CAPTIONS feature. 2. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Setup Set ... TEXT is sometimes used for a fourth language (may not be available (grayed out) when using analog channels. Digital Captions Font Style are displayed on the TV screen. Digital Captions will not work when viewing a 480p, 720p or 1080i input via the COMPONENT: Y-PBPR inputs. 3. This information covers the entire screen...
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...used to receive written notification and the flash card, please complete and return the warranty card. 1. Move SEL Return Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Setup Quick ... by using a flash card (MMC CARD). NOTE: Any power interruption during the upgrade process will activate the TV tuners circuits when the TV is in "standby mode" which is complete. Selecting ON for your TV, HITACHI will monitor any changes and prepare the television to channels when first turning the...
...used to receive written notification and the flash card, please complete and return the warranty card. 1. Move SEL Return Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Setup Quick ... by using a flash card (MMC CARD). NOTE: Any power interruption during the upgrade process will activate the TV tuners circuits when the TV is in "standby mode" which is complete. Selecting ON for your TV, HITACHI will monitor any changes and prepare the television to channels when first turning the...
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... objects inside the lamp. • Once the lamp is still lit, please contact your Hitachi dealer for the lamp to the TV Set. Unplug product's power cord from the AC outlet and allow lamp to replace the lamp with the new lamp. NOTES: • Contact your authorized service center (see page 97). Lamp Replacement Lamp Life The lamp life may explode...
... objects inside the lamp. • Once the lamp is still lit, please contact your Hitachi dealer for the lamp to the TV Set. Unplug product's power cord from the AC outlet and allow lamp to replace the lamp with the new lamp. NOTES: • Contact your authorized service center (see page 97). Lamp Replacement Lamp Life The lamp life may explode...
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Turn off the main power switch and unplug the power cord. 120V Lamp Temp Power CAUTION: The lamp is very hot and may cause fire or severe burns. Lamp Replacement Lamp Replacement 1. Locate the Lamp Compartment on the left side of the LCD TV. Wait at least 30~45 minutes to allow the lamp to cool before proceeding with lamp removal. 2. Lamp Replacement Lamp Compartment 89
Turn off the main power switch and unplug the power cord. 120V Lamp Temp Power CAUTION: The lamp is very hot and may cause fire or severe burns. Lamp Replacement Lamp Replacement 1. Locate the Lamp Compartment on the left side of the LCD TV. Wait at least 30~45 minutes to allow the lamp to cool before proceeding with lamp removal. 2. Lamp Replacement Lamp Compartment 89
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...avoid injury to your may shorten the life of the replacement lamp. Remove the two screws that hold the lamp in the Lamp Storage area after the Lamp Unit is very hot and may not operate correctly. If they are loose, the TV may cause fire or severe burns. SCREW PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW ...DRIVER LAMP COVER CAUTION: The lamp is removed, your fingers. Remove the screw securing the lamp cover with ...
...avoid injury to your may shorten the life of the replacement lamp. Remove the two screws that hold the lamp in the Lamp Storage area after the Lamp Unit is very hot and may not operate correctly. If they are loose, the TV may cause fire or severe burns. SCREW PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW ...DRIVER LAMP COVER CAUTION: The lamp is removed, your fingers. Remove the screw securing the lamp cover with ...
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... NOTE: If power is installed, the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 9). 7. Lamp Replacement 6. Without installing the lamp cover, the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 9). For product recycling and disposal information, contact your ... environmental laws. For more information, call "1-800-Hitachi". 91 Useful Information Plug power cord into AC outlet and turn on , otherwise it may cause unusual colors. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to install the lamp cover by re-engaging the two clips and tighten...
... NOTE: If power is installed, the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 9). 7. Lamp Replacement 6. Without installing the lamp cover, the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 9). For product recycling and disposal information, contact your ... environmental laws. For more information, call "1-800-Hitachi". 91 Useful Information Plug power cord into AC outlet and turn on , otherwise it may cause unusual colors. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to install the lamp cover by re-engaging the two clips and tighten...
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...install a special antenna to a considerable distance. 95 Useful Information One is the direct path and the other is reflected from the TV set can generate sound distortion in external devices such as unshielded leads or connecting several sets to upgrade your picture may also be...the screen. BLOCK NOISE (DIGITAL INPUT): Fuzzy blocks may improve reception. GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, ghosting of the antenna may appear in some cases, causes loss of small dots. It may flutter or drift. RADIO ...
...install a special antenna to a considerable distance. 95 Useful Information One is the direct path and the other is reflected from the TV set can generate sound distortion in external devices such as unshielded leads or connecting several sets to upgrade your picture may also be...the screen. BLOCK NOISE (DIGITAL INPUT): Fuzzy blocks may improve reception. GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, ghosting of the antenna may appear in some cases, causes loss of small dots. It may flutter or drift. RADIO ...
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... 41 Contrast 41 Contrast Mode 42 D Date 72 Daylight Saving Correction 72 G Guide Button 7, 24 H HDMI 11, 13, 17 I Input button 7, 24 L Lamp Replacement 88-91 Language Menu Language 74 Audio Language 46 Locks Change Access Code 67 Channel Lock 67 Front Panel Lock 67 Movie Ratings 68... TV Ratings 69 TV Ratings (Canadian - French 71 Loudness 45 M Menu Preference Language 74 Background 74 Monitor Out 85 P Pause (Freeze) Button 7, 22, 30 ...
... 41 Contrast 41 Contrast Mode 42 D Date 72 Daylight Saving Correction 72 G Guide Button 7, 24 H HDMI 11, 13, 17 I Input button 7, 24 L Lamp Replacement 88-91 Language Menu Language 74 Audio Language 46 Locks Change Access Code 67 Channel Lock 67 Front Panel Lock 67 Movie Ratings 68... TV Ratings 69 TV Ratings (Canadian - French 71 Loudness 45 M Menu Preference Language 74 Background 74 Monitor Out 85 P Pause (Freeze) Button 7, 22, 30 ...