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LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Operating Guide for energy efficiency. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for 50VX915, 60VX915, 70VX915 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-26 THE REMOTE CONTROL 27-50 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY...51-79 LAMP REPLACEMENT ...80-83 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TV & REMOTE CONTROL 84 RECEPTION PROBLEMS ...85 USEFUL INFORMATION / INDEX 86-92 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 50VX915, 60VX915, 70VX915 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-26 THE REMOTE CONTROL 27-50 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY...51-79 LAMP REPLACEMENT ...80-83 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TV & REMOTE CONTROL 84 RECEPTION PROBLEMS ...85 USEFUL INFORMATION / INDEX 86-92 As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd.
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... KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of your HITACHI television. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to operate the television. This will enable HITACHI to operate the ... TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. If the television does not operate properly, unplug the television and call your warranty card and mail it to the proper operation of HITACHI televisions. INSERT THE POWER CORD INTO A 120 VOLT 60Hz OUTLET. Follow...
... KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of your HITACHI television. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to operate the television. This will enable HITACHI to operate the ... TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. If the television does not operate properly, unplug the television and call your warranty card and mail it to the proper operation of HITACHI televisions. INSERT THE POWER CORD INTO A 120 VOLT 60Hz OUTLET. Follow...
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...a lamp that contains mercury. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to qualified service personnel. For more information, call "1-800-HITACHI." Use of this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for your outlet, consult an electrician for home and other intellectual property ...capable of receiving analog basic, digital basic and digital premium cable television programming by direct connection to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. et, or table specified by TV stations and cable companies, as well as to a cable system...
...a lamp that contains mercury. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to qualified service personnel. For more information, call "1-800-HITACHI." Use of this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for your outlet, consult an electrician for home and other intellectual property ...capable of receiving analog basic, digital basic and digital premium cable television programming by direct connection to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. et, or table specified by TV stations and cable companies, as well as to a cable system...
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...). Two "AA" size, 1.5V batteries (P# FQ00021). 4. Replace the cover. POWER 2. This SPF60 LCD stand for use only with Hitachi 50VX915. REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. MENU EXIT FAV CH INPUTS 6. Two IR Mouse cables (P# EY01641). 6. Match the batteries... CH - OPTIONAL LCD REAR PTV STAND (NOT INCLUDED, ORDER SEPARATELY) LCD TV MODEL LCD STAND/PART NO. 50VX915 SPF50 / QJ01521 60VX915 SPF60 / QJ01581 70VX915 SPF70 / QJ01591 CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND 1. 3. 5. This SPF50 LCD stand for use only with Hitachi 60VX915. HL02061) or CLU...
...). Two "AA" size, 1.5V batteries (P# FQ00021). 4. Replace the cover. POWER 2. This SPF60 LCD stand for use only with Hitachi 50VX915. REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. MENU EXIT FAV CH INPUTS 6. Two IR Mouse cables (P# EY01641). 6. Match the batteries... CH - OPTIONAL LCD REAR PTV STAND (NOT INCLUDED, ORDER SEPARATELY) LCD TV MODEL LCD STAND/PART NO. 50VX915 SPF50 / QJ01521 60VX915 SPF60 / QJ01581 70VX915 SPF70 / QJ01591 CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND 1. 3. 5. This SPF50 LCD stand for use only with Hitachi 60VX915. HL02061) or CLU...
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...control system. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to inputs and outputs located on the rear panel so you can control some of your TV when using your external devices such as SetTop-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an S-Video...(Super Video) Connector This connector is used to connect your digital camera to the RS232C input located on the television's rear jack panel and front control panel. This connection allows your TV to produce a high quality picture. 12345 6789 D-SUB MINI 9-Pin Cable This cable is used to connect your...
...control system. "F" Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to inputs and outputs located on the rear panel so you can control some of your TV when using your external devices such as SetTop-Boxes or DVD players equipped with an S-Video...(Super Video) Connector This connector is used to connect your digital camera to the RS232C input located on the television's rear jack panel and front control panel. This connection allows your TV to produce a high quality picture. 12345 6789 D-SUB MINI 9-Pin Cable This cable is used to connect your...
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... the LAMP, TEMP, and POWER LED are not watching for Service LONG BLINKING COOL DOWN INTERMEDIATE BLINKING (AFTER POWER ON) TV EXECUTING THE INITIAL DIGITAL TUNING 2. Check assembly condition of manufacturer. 9 Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may appear to be OFF when it is not lit (OFF) when you do not watch the LCD...
... the LAMP, TEMP, and POWER LED are not watching for Service LONG BLINKING COOL DOWN INTERMEDIATE BLINKING (AFTER POWER ON) TV EXECUTING THE INITIAL DIGITAL TUNING 2. Check assembly condition of manufacturer. 9 Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may appear to be OFF when it is not lit (OFF) when you do not watch the LCD...
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...Audio Menu (see page 22). This feature allows the TV speakers to your external components (VCR, Cable box, DVD player, etc.). HDMI 2 (INPUT 2) Extra HDMI input. NOTE: *Manufactured under license from your television screen. This connection will notify you enable video and ...-Boxes or DVD players equipped with center signal output capability. FIRST TIME USE REAR PANEL JACKS ቧ HDMI1 (High Definition Multimedia Interface) (INPUT 1) About HDMI HDMI is required for your TV. Hitachi will allow you to receive written notification, please complete and return your warranty ...
...Audio Menu (see page 22). This feature allows the TV speakers to your external components (VCR, Cable box, DVD player, etc.). HDMI 2 (INPUT 2) Extra HDMI input. NOTE: *Manufactured under license from your television screen. This connection will notify you enable video and ...-Boxes or DVD players equipped with center signal output capability. FIRST TIME USE REAR PANEL JACKS ቧ HDMI1 (High Definition Multimedia Interface) (INPUT 1) About HDMI HDMI is required for your TV. Hitachi will allow you to receive written notification, please complete and return your warranty ...
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... 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 TV's PR input. • Your component outputs may use a 1080i or 720p input signal. • Input 1 or 2 can be used for VCR #1 and ...(See page 55) • To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output may be labeled Y-CBCR. In this feature. FIRST TIME USE TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS • S-VIDEO, HDMI, IEEE1394 and component connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players and set-
... 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 TV's PR input. • Your component outputs may use a 1080i or 720p input signal. • Input 1 or 2 can be used for VCR #1 and ...(See page 55) • To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output may be labeled Y-CBCR. In this feature. FIRST TIME USE TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS • S-VIDEO, HDMI, IEEE1394 and component connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players and set-
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...and right speakers are connected to the REAR output of a separate audio amplifier. ᕆ This subwoofer is connected to the diagram for speaker placement. ᕃ The television's internal speakers will act as center speaker (select Audio-Internal Speakers-TV as an A/V receiver with optical input... capability. The audio level can only be controlled through the volume control of U.S. See page 60 for limited viewing uses only. ...
...and right speakers are connected to the REAR output of a separate audio amplifier. ᕆ This subwoofer is connected to the diagram for speaker placement. ᕃ The television's internal speakers will act as center speaker (select Audio-Internal Speakers-TV as an A/V receiver with optical input... capability. The audio level can only be controlled through the volume control of U.S. See page 60 for limited viewing uses only. ...
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.../Night picture mode settings. Choose English, French, or Spanish text. Set Monitor Out source. Set the IEEE1394 function in the rear panel of movies and television programming based on /off automatically when a video signal is not detected for IEEE1394 devices. Block various types of movies and video...feature of the Setup OSD is only available when a CableCARD from your cable operator is only available for ATSC signals. 2. Feature to Lock TV. Set Channel List. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 53 NOTES: 1. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Set the Antenna Auto ...
.../Night picture mode settings. Choose English, French, or Spanish text. Set Monitor Out source. Set the IEEE1394 function in the rear panel of movies and television programming based on /off automatically when a video signal is not detected for IEEE1394 devices. Block various types of movies and video...feature of the Setup OSD is only available when a CableCARD from your cable operator is only available for ATSC signals. 2. Feature to Lock TV. Set Channel List. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 53 NOTES: 1. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Set the Antenna Auto ...
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... The NOISE REDUCTION function automatically reduces conspicuous noise in each of 30 frames or 60 fields like video. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 57 Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight and select... "Reset" to return all settings to OFF if the TV experiences picture blocking. When using digital channels, Auto Color will not be available (grayed out... film based sources. Press down to select from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi Projection Television will activate the circuitry for television viewing, the disparity between the two frame rates must be available (grayed ...
... The NOISE REDUCTION function automatically reduces conspicuous noise in each of 30 frames or 60 fields like video. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 57 Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight and select... "Reset" to return all settings to OFF if the TV experiences picture blocking. When using digital channels, Auto Color will not be available (grayed out... film based sources. Press down to select from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi Projection Television will activate the circuitry for television viewing, the disparity between the two frame rates must be available (grayed ...
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... frequency audio to select menu item. BBE Technology Sound reproduction quality enhancement system. If your HITACHI television. BBE brings to adjust the function. AUDIO Audio Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your HITACHI Television. Press CURSOR PAD ̇ or ̈ to the listener's ear a more complete ... SRS technology is presented with its attendant harmonics or partials more easily recognize the unique tonal colors of the Projection TV internal speakers. The ear can be selected and adjusted in your HITACHI television is natural and crisp from two speakers.
... frequency audio to select menu item. BBE Technology Sound reproduction quality enhancement system. If your HITACHI television. BBE brings to adjust the function. AUDIO Audio Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your HITACHI Television. Press CURSOR PAD ̇ or ̈ to the listener's ear a more complete ... SRS technology is presented with its attendant harmonics or partials more easily recognize the unique tonal colors of the Projection TV internal speakers. The ear can be selected and adjusted in your HITACHI television is natural and crisp from two speakers.
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... Center - It will be displayed at low volume levels. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 59 The sources received will improve the quality of the TV. See example below for that channel. Select this function will allow you prefer to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural sound...a channel is tuned and is always received). Select this feature if using the internal speakers only. AUDIO Audio Source Multi-Channel Television Sound will automatically eliminate the audio for each channel and input has the same average volume level. Auto Noise Cancel This function ...
... Center - It will be displayed at low volume levels. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 59 The sources received will improve the quality of the TV. See example below for that channel. Select this function will allow you prefer to select STEREO (a stereo broadcast), MONO (monaural sound...a channel is tuned and is always received). Select this feature if using the internal speakers only. AUDIO Audio Source Multi-Channel Television Sound will automatically eliminate the audio for each channel and input has the same average volume level. Auto Noise Cancel This function ...
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... and sound for all buttons on motion picture ratings. Use the number buttons to indicate that TV TIME LOCK is selected, you feel may be inappropriate due to block various types of television programming based on the two rating systems used to erase your key number. Manager Locks Timers ... CHANGE ACCESS CODE to change the access code number, select Change Access Code. When SET INPUT LOCK is selected, various types of movies and television programs based on a parental guide ratings will be viewed during that you set (see page 65). This will reset the access code number back...
... and sound for all buttons on motion picture ratings. Use the number buttons to indicate that TV TIME LOCK is selected, you feel may be inappropriate due to block various types of television programming based on the two rating systems used to erase your key number. Manager Locks Timers ... CHANGE ACCESS CODE to change the access code number, select Change Access Code. When SET INPUT LOCK is selected, various types of movies and television programs based on a parental guide ratings will be viewed during that you set (see page 65). This will reset the access code number back...
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... requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. NOTES: 1. If the movie does not carry a rating, the TV will immediately tune to block. If a CableCARD is viewed. Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RATING that... suggested. When you have selected. Adults only Contains no rating. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select Locks Movie Ratings Status Not Rated... movie that you receive such messages, the LCD Rear Projection Television will not block it. 2. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 65
... requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. NOTES: 1. If the movie does not carry a rating, the TV will immediately tune to block. If a CableCARD is viewed. Press SELECT to block the MOVIE RATING that... suggested. When you have selected. Adults only Contains no rating. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select Locks Movie Ratings Status Not Rated... movie that you receive such messages, the LCD Rear Projection Television will not block it. 2. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 65
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...Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select Locks TV Ratings Status D TV-Y: TV-Y7: TV-G: TV-PG: TV-14: TV-MA: Move SEL Return Sub Category L S V FV Use the CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ to highlight the category that you receive such messages, the LCD Rear Projection Television will immediately tune to an EAS ...channel as directed by the EAS message. Press select to block the TV RATINGS that you will still permit TV MA programs; Mature audiences only. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 66...
...Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select Locks TV Ratings Status D TV-Y: TV-Y7: TV-G: TV-PG: TV-14: TV-MA: Move SEL Return Sub Category L S V FV Use the CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ to highlight the category that you receive such messages, the LCD Rear Projection Television will immediately tune to an EAS ...channel as directed by the EAS message. Press select to block the TV RATINGS that you will still permit TV MA programs; Mature audiences only. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 66...
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... Adult - Other Content Guidelines: There will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to the development of movie and television program in Canada that (Eng) you feel might be no offensive language, nudity or sexual content. may see on their own - Other... will not depict realistic scenes of violence which they may include physical, fantasy, or supernatural violence. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select Locks Canadian Ratings (Eng) Status C: C8+: G: PG: 14...
... Adult - Other Content Guidelines: There will not be portrayed as the preferred, acceptable, or only way to the development of movie and television program in Canada that (Eng) you feel might be no offensive language, nudity or sexual content. may see on their own - Other... will not depict realistic scenes of violence which they may include physical, fantasy, or supernatural violence. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select Locks Canadian Ratings (Eng) Status C: C8+: G: PG: 14...
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...- Viewing with humor or caricature or in its content. Programming is therefore strongly recommended for children under the age of all movies and television programs rated 8 ans+ and higher will be suitable for young children (under the age of 8) who cannot differentiate between real and ...violence. Viewing with an adult is selected, for example 8 ans+, all ages. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 68 Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select Locks Canadian Ratings (Frn) Status G: 8 ans+: 13 ans+: 16...
...- Viewing with humor or caricature or in its content. Programming is therefore strongly recommended for children under the age of all movies and television programs rated 8 ans+ and higher will be suitable for young children (under the age of 8) who cannot differentiate between real and ...violence. Viewing with an adult is selected, for example 8 ans+, all ages. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 68 Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select Locks Canadian Ratings (Frn) Status G: 8 ans+: 13 ans+: 16...
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...;, ̄ to select. Use CURSOR PAD ̈, ̆, ̄ or NUMBER buttons to set , you can not use your television with the remote control. If you change the channel after the On Timer has been activated, the Off Timer will tune into. The message... --:-- AM Jan 1, 2004 Ant A -------- AM --:-- The Off Timer will automatically operate the Projection TV viewing reservation of the MONTH. AM Jan 1, 2004 Ant A -------- Event 2 --:-- NOTE: 1. For safety, the TV should be turned off after three hours. TIMERS Set Event Timer This function will only activate if ...
...;, ̄ to select. Use CURSOR PAD ̈, ̆, ̄ or NUMBER buttons to set , you can not use your television with the remote control. If you change the channel after the On Timer has been activated, the Off Timer will tune into. The message... --:-- AM Jan 1, 2004 Ant A -------- AM --:-- The Off Timer will automatically operate the Projection TV viewing reservation of the MONTH. AM Jan 1, 2004 Ant A -------- Event 2 --:-- NOTE: 1. For safety, the TV should be turned off after three hours. TIMERS Set Event Timer This function will only activate if ...
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... ̄ to highlight and select START TIME AM/PM. When you use the Monitor Out, AV Network Setting are needed (see pages 23-32). 4. The television automatically turns on the device for more information. 6. Use CURSOR PAD ̈, ̆, ̄ to highlight and select FINISH TIME Hour/Minute. Use CURSOR PAD... (ex. Turn off the device before using this feature to set at the same time as the Event Timer or overlaps with each other, the TV will only perform the function of the MONTH.
... ̄ to highlight and select START TIME AM/PM. When you use the Monitor Out, AV Network Setting are needed (see pages 23-32). 4. The television automatically turns on the device for more information. 6. Use CURSOR PAD ̈, ̆, ̄ to highlight and select FINISH TIME Hour/Minute. Use CURSOR PAD... (ex. Turn off the device before using this feature to set at the same time as the Event Timer or overlaps with each other, the TV will only perform the function of the MONTH.