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has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. 30-60 61-66 PROJECTION COLOR TV 53FDX20B 53SDX20B 53SDX20BB OPERATING GUIDE 43FDX20B 43FDX15B IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE 4-18 REMOTE CONTROL 19-29 SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO SEL AUDIO THEATER ULTRATEC BIT-MAP ON-SCREEN DISPLAY USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd.
has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. 30-60 61-66 PROJECTION COLOR TV 53FDX20B 53SDX20B 53SDX20BB OPERATING GUIDE 43FDX20B 43FDX15B IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE 4-18 REMOTE CONTROL 19-29 SETUP CUSTOMIZE VIDEO SEL AUDIO THEATER ULTRATEC BIT-MAP ON-SCREEN DISPLAY USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd.
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... EXPOSE THIS TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. MODIFICATIONS: The FCC requires the user to be of a sufficient magnitude to HITACHI. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE COLOR TELEVISION'S (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL...: • There are no user serviceable parts inside the color television. • Model and serial numbers are not expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user's authority to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that are indicated on this can ...
... EXPOSE THIS TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. MODIFICATIONS: The FCC requires the user to be of a sufficient magnitude to HITACHI. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE COLOR TELEVISION'S (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL...: • There are no user serviceable parts inside the color television. • Model and serial numbers are not expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user's authority to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that are indicated on this can ...
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...An outdoor antenna should not be sure the antenna system is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your HITACHI Factory Warranty. PUBLIC VIEWING OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL Public viewing of programs broadcast by the manufacturer. 17. A grounding type plug has ...install near water. 6. Such "PATTERN BURNS" constitute misuse and are designed to television receivers. Clean only with the apparatus. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Servicing is required when the...
...An outdoor antenna should not be sure the antenna system is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your HITACHI Factory Warranty. PUBLIC VIEWING OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL Public viewing of programs broadcast by the manufacturer. 17. A grounding type plug has ...install near water. 6. Such "PATTERN BURNS" constitute misuse and are designed to television receivers. Clean only with the apparatus. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Servicing is required when the...
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.... HL01832). 2. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing the notched part of explosion if battery is designed for use with the same or equivalent type. 4 Replace the cover. BOTTOM VIEW Lift up on tab to remove back cover. Special features...VID4 ASPECT MODE CLU-4322UG 1. 2. 43" TELEVISION STAND SP-43H (Not included, order separately) OPTIONAL H530047 CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND Excellent for the remote control. Use of the packing material. PART NAME PART NO. ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing...
.... HL01832). 2. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing the notched part of explosion if battery is designed for use with the same or equivalent type. 4 Replace the cover. BOTTOM VIEW Lift up on tab to remove back cover. Special features...VID4 ASPECT MODE CLU-4322UG 1. 2. 43" TELEVISION STAND SP-43H (Not included, order separately) OPTIONAL H530047 CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND Excellent for the remote control. Use of the packing material. PART NAME PART NO. ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing...
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...can be obtained by sitting directly in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc. Differences in room sizes and acoustical environments will be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can become excessively hot, for best performance. However, if you are placed too close as possible... viewer moves to find the optimum spot for best performance. To see this large screen at least four feet from each side of the HITACHI Projection Television is no picture distortion. 5 Move the magnetic field source away from the television until there is its best, test various locations...
...can be obtained by sitting directly in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc. Differences in room sizes and acoustical environments will be used to reduce the reflection or the TV can become excessively hot, for best performance. However, if you are placed too close as possible... viewer moves to find the optimum spot for best performance. To see this large screen at least four feet from each side of the HITACHI Projection Television is no picture distortion. 5 Move the magnetic field source away from the television until there is its best, test various locations...
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...and UHF antennas are illustrations and names of the standard video cable to produce a high quality picture. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be made with an S-VIDEO feature in place of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, ...the antenna jack on the television. Consult your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer. S-VIDEO (Super Video) Connector This connector is used on camcorders, VCRs, and laserdisc players with shielded video and audio cables that sell audio/video products. To UHF ANT A/ANT B Antenna To...
...and UHF antennas are illustrations and names of the standard video cable to produce a high quality picture. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be made with an S-VIDEO feature in place of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, ...the antenna jack on the television. Consult your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer. S-VIDEO (Super Video) Connector This connector is used on camcorders, VCRs, and laserdisc players with shielded video and audio cables that sell audio/video products. To UHF ANT A/ANT B Antenna To...
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...in MENU mode. ባ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to video inputs, press VID1~VID5 buttons depending on or off when not in use. 2. To see page 21). ቤ CHANNEL selector Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in MENU mode. ብ VOLUME level ...buttons for approximately five seconds. NOTES: Your remote control does not have an INPUT button. The volume level will appear to end the autodemonstration. 7 Your HITACHI Projection TV will be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 is selected. Your selection is turned off...
...in MENU mode. ባ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to video inputs, press VID1~VID5 buttons depending on or off when not in use. 2. To see page 21). ቤ CHANNEL selector Press these buttons until the desired channel appears in MENU mode. ብ VOLUME level ...buttons for approximately five seconds. NOTES: Your remote control does not have an INPUT button. The volume level will appear to end the autodemonstration. 7 Your HITACHI Projection TV will be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 is selected. Your selection is turned off...
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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS ቧ POWER light You will see page 39) ቫ FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 3) Use these audio/video jacks for a quick hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite show or new recording. If you have mono ... the best picture. (see page 57) ቩ REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. ቪ MAGIC FOCUS Use this button to adjust your picture quality to optimum performance. (see a red light when the TV is turned on. ቨ PERFECT PICTURE sensor The Perfect...
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS ቧ POWER light You will see page 39) ቫ FRONT INPUT JACKS (for VIDEO: 3) Use these audio/video jacks for a quick hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite show or new recording. If you have mono ... the best picture. (see page 57) ቩ REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. ቪ MAGIC FOCUS Use this button to adjust your picture quality to optimum performance. (see a red light when the TV is turned on. ቨ PERFECT PICTURE sensor The Perfect...
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... The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you do not, the played back picture may be abnormal. 2. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in the following examples: MAGIC FOCUS S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO R INPUT 3 AUDIO S-INPUT (Optional, see note) INPUT S-VHS V Back of VCR L R OUTPUT OUTPUT...
... The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you do not, the played back picture may be abnormal. 2. If you have a S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in the following examples: MAGIC FOCUS S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO R INPUT 3 AUDIO S-INPUT (Optional, see note) INPUT S-VHS V Back of VCR L R OUTPUT OUTPUT...
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...ቤ ቢ Antenna Input/Output The remote control allows you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack.) NOTE: You may use VIDEO or S-VIDEO inputs to connect to INPUT 1 and 2, but only one of S-VIDEO type. ብ AUDIO TO HI-FI Output These jacks provide...as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc players, DVD players etc. (If you to connect external devices, such as a main picture or sub-picture. Use the S-VIDEO Output for recording. Use the audio and video inputs to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and ANT B. NOTE: S-VIDEO Output may...
...ቤ ቢ Antenna Input/Output The remote control allows you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack.) NOTE: You may use VIDEO or S-VIDEO inputs to connect to INPUT 1 and 2, but only one of S-VIDEO type. ብ AUDIO TO HI-FI Output These jacks provide...as VCRs, camcorders, laserdisc players, DVD players etc. (If you to connect external devices, such as a main picture or sub-picture. Use the S-VIDEO Output for recording. Use the audio and video inputs to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and ANT B. NOTE: S-VIDEO Output may...
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... In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks. 5. You may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. Your component outputs may use standard video signal for standard video input. 11 NOTES: 1. Your component outputs may be...: Y-PBPR Inputs Inputs 4 and 5 provide Y-PBPR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a sub-picture. 6. It may be labeled Y-CBCR. When using Y-PBPR input, only 480i signal can be necessary to adjust TINT to the TV's PR input. 2.
... In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV's PB input and the components R-Y output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks. 5. You may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. Your component outputs may use standard video signal for standard video input. 11 NOTES: 1. Your component outputs may be...: Y-PBPR Inputs Inputs 4 and 5 provide Y-PBPR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a sub-picture. 6. It may be labeled Y-CBCR. When using Y-PBPR input, only 480i signal can be necessary to adjust TINT to the TV's PR input. 2.
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...COMPONENT: Y-PBPR (Input 4 &5) connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players and set-topboxes. Your component outputs may be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the operating guide of the standard video connection if your...your device has this feature. Refer to the left audio jack on line input-output connections. You may be labeled Y-CBCR. Use these connections in place of these connections in the example on connecting your other electronic equipment for additional information on page 12)....
...COMPONENT: Y-PBPR (Input 4 &5) connections are provided for high performance components, such as DVD players and set-topboxes. Your component outputs may be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the operating guide of the standard video connection if your...your device has this feature. Refer to the left audio jack on line input-output connections. You may be labeled Y-CBCR. Use these connections in place of these connections in the example on connecting your other electronic equipment for additional information on page 12)....
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... System Amplifier NOTE: To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound using the remote control of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below. CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO...
... System Amplifier NOTE: To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound using the remote control of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below. CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO...
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... should be OFF. is not connected or the video device is OFF), the set below . Connect the cable from coaxial shielded wire. However, you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your particular assortment of components and features. Press the VID1...player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown below . 2. Press the ANT button to return to be made from the VIDEO OUT of VCR VCR Hitachi Model or Similar Model 15 Check the owner's manual of each component. Before Operating External Video Source The input mode is changed every time the...
... should be OFF. is not connected or the video device is OFF), the set below . Connect the cable from coaxial shielded wire. However, you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box to your particular assortment of components and features. Press the VID1...player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown below . 2. Press the ANT button to return to be made from the VIDEO OUT of VCR VCR Hitachi Model or Similar Model 15 Check the owner's manual of each component. Before Operating External Video Source The input mode is changed every time the...
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Press the ANT button to return to rear panel jacks. A single VCR can be abnormal if the connection is played back will be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. (INPUT: 1 in example on page 12) Refer to your ... R L VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y/VIDEO VIDEO (MONO) (MONO) L L R R AUDIO AUDIO INPUT 1 INPUT 2 PB (MONO) L PR R AUDIO INPUT 4 PB (MONO) L L PR R AUDIO R AUDIO INPUT 5 MONITOR OUT VCR Hitachi Model or Similar Model NOTES: 1. CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A STEREO SOURCE TO INPUT1~INPUT5 1.
Press the ANT button to return to rear panel jacks. A single VCR can be abnormal if the connection is played back will be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note that a VCR cannot record its own video or line output. (INPUT: 1 in example on page 12) Refer to your ... R L VIDEO VIDEO Y/VIDEO Y/VIDEO VIDEO (MONO) (MONO) L L R R AUDIO AUDIO INPUT 1 INPUT 2 PB (MONO) L PR R AUDIO INPUT 4 PB (MONO) L L PR R AUDIO R AUDIO INPUT 5 MONITOR OUT VCR Hitachi Model or Similar Model NOTES: 1. CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A STEREO SOURCE TO INPUT1~INPUT5 1.
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... SOURCE TO INPUT 1, 2 AND 3 1. A single VCR can be abnormal if the connection is played back will be used for more information on Page 13 S-VIDEO V L R OUTPUT Back of VCR VCR or Laserdisc Player Hitachi Model or Similar Model Rear Panel of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack...
... SOURCE TO INPUT 1, 2 AND 3 1. A single VCR can be abnormal if the connection is played back will be used for more information on Page 13 S-VIDEO V L R OUTPUT Back of VCR VCR or Laserdisc Player Hitachi Model or Similar Model Rear Panel of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack...
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...PR OUT or R-Y OUT of Television NOTE: 1. The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose. 3. You may use standard video signal for tips on the TV set top box. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to the INPUT (PB) jack. 3. Press... the ANT button to return to the INPUT (PR) jack. 4. OUTPUT L R Y PB PR HDTV Set-Top Box DVD Player Hitachi Model or Similar Model OUTPUT Back of VIDEO AUDIO DVD Player OR PR/CR PB/CB Y L R ANT A TO CONVERTER S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO ANT B AUDIO TO...
...PR OUT or R-Y OUT of Television NOTE: 1. The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose. 3. You may use standard video signal for tips on the TV set top box. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to the INPUT (PB) jack. 3. Press... the ANT button to return to the INPUT (PR) jack. 4. OUTPUT L R Y PB PR HDTV Set-Top Box DVD Player Hitachi Model or Similar Model OUTPUT Back of VIDEO AUDIO DVD Player OR PR/CR PB/CB Y L R ANT A TO CONVERTER S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO ANT B AUDIO TO...
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... displayed, until you obtain the desired sound level. Press the MUTE button again to turn the TV set on or off completely (MUTE). HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቢ TV POWER button ባ PICTURE-IN-PICTURE ቤ HELP button ብ SELECT, MENU, CURSOR buttons ቦ VOLUME, ...See separate section on pages 23, 24 and 25 for description. ቤ HELP button Press this button is pressed again. ብ SELECT, MENU, CURSOR buttons Use these buttons to set or adjust all of the On-Screen display features. ቦ VOLUME, MUTE button Press the VOLUME up (̆) or down (̄...
... displayed, until you obtain the desired sound level. Press the MUTE button again to turn the TV set on or off completely (MUTE). HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቢ TV POWER button ባ PICTURE-IN-PICTURE ቤ HELP button ብ SELECT, MENU, CURSOR buttons ቦ VOLUME, ...See separate section on pages 23, 24 and 25 for description. ቤ HELP button Press this button is pressed again. ብ SELECT, MENU, CURSOR buttons Use these buttons to set or adjust all of the On-Screen display features. ቦ VOLUME, MUTE button Press the VOLUME up (̆) or down (̄...
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... REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቧ CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons Use these buttons to directly select the video input sources between the five video inputs. Audio Selected Main Picture Source S - Audio Broadcast Stereo ST/SA Ant A ...
... REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቧ CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons Use these buttons to directly select the video input sources between the five video inputs. Audio Selected Main Picture Source S - Audio Broadcast Stereo ST/SA Ant A ...
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HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቯ LAST CHANNEL (LAST CH) button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. (Good for watching two sporting events, etc.) Ant A 10 LAST CH Ant A 39 ተ PIP CH button Use the PIP CH button to select between main picture and sub-picture tuning. The channel number which is highlighted indicates which channel is being controlled. ቱ MENU button The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display. 22
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቯ LAST CHANNEL (LAST CH) button Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. (Good for watching two sporting events, etc.) Ant A 10 LAST CH Ant A 39 ተ PIP CH button Use the PIP CH button to select between main picture and sub-picture tuning. The channel number which is highlighted indicates which channel is being controlled. ቱ MENU button The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display. 22
