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has determined that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for 50VF820, 55VF820, 60VF820 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-18 THE REMOTE CONTROL ...19-30 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ...31-54 LAMP REPLACEMENT ...55-58 USEFUL INFORMATION...59-62 LICENSE AGREEMENT...63 APPENDIXES ...64-65 INDEX ...66 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 50VF820, 55VF820, 60VF820 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-18 THE REMOTE CONTROL ...19-30 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ...31-54 LAMP REPLACEMENT ...55-58 USEFUL INFORMATION...59-62 LICENSE AGREEMENT...63 APPENDIXES ...64-65 INDEX ...66 As an Energy Star® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Operating Guide for energy efficiency.
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... accordance with applicable environmental laws. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. Insert the power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet. Caution Never remove the back cover of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as vases, should not be exposed...Adjust only those controls that any objects on the television. Lead Notice Hg This product contains lead and a lamp that is protected by Hitachi America, Ltd. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to view encrypted digital programming. Important Safety Instructions Power source This television is ...
... accordance with applicable environmental laws. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-HITACHI. Insert the power cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz outlet. Caution Never remove the back cover of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as vases, should not be exposed...Adjust only those controls that any objects on the television. Lead Notice Hg This product contains lead and a lamp that is protected by Hitachi America, Ltd. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to view encrypted digital programming. Important Safety Instructions Power source This television is ...
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...to prevent from outside light may hear a "pop" sound when the lamp "goes out." It has no effect on a flat surface. Since LCD Rear PTV incorporates a high pressure lamp to display an image, it on the TV's functions. 4. If you are common characteristics of the receiver. Make ... speaker placement for best performance. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set up your new HITACHI Projection Television ANTENNA Unless your LCD Rear PTV against a wall, keep it should not be noticeable in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc. Picture...
...to prevent from outside light may hear a "pop" sound when the lamp "goes out." It has no effect on a flat surface. Since LCD Rear PTV incorporates a high pressure lamp to display an image, it on the TV's functions. 4. If you are common characteristics of the receiver. Make ... speaker placement for best performance. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set up your new HITACHI Projection Television ANTENNA Unless your LCD Rear PTV against a wall, keep it should not be noticeable in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc. Picture...
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..., CABLE, AIR, INPUT: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Press the INPUT button and select INPUT 5. However, if it is set to 30 when the TV is turned ON. This button also serves as the cursor left audio jack. ¶ IR RECEIVER Sensor This is a remote sensor for a quick hook-up... or off. ² SIDE INPUT JACKS (INPUT 5) Use these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of response. 8 Front Panel Controls Lamp Temp Power First time use ቦ MENU/SELECT ̆ CHANNEL ̄ CURSOR ̈ VOLUME ̇ INPUT/EXIT POWER INPUT 5 S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO...
..., CABLE, AIR, INPUT: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Press the INPUT button and select INPUT 5. However, if it is set to 30 when the TV is turned ON. This button also serves as the cursor left audio jack. ¶ IR RECEIVER Sensor This is a remote sensor for a quick hook-up... or off. ² SIDE INPUT JACKS (INPUT 5) Use these buttons until the desired channel appears in the top right corner of response. 8 Front Panel Controls Lamp Temp Power First time use ቦ MENU/SELECT ̆ CHANNEL ̄ CURSOR ̈ VOLUME ̇ INPUT/EXIT POWER INPUT 5 S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO...
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... 55-58 for proper part. Consult your Hitachi dealer for lamp replacement procedure. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may become clogged over time. If this indicator is lit, the optic unit is too hot. Please call service. After 6 minutes, the lamp will turn off with the TEMP LED On. µ LAMP ... is blinking, the cooling fan has stopped. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television has an internal lamp that may appear to be OFF when it is set to display an On-Screen warning. This light will turn off, then the TV will be cooling down and the light will eventually ...
... 55-58 for proper part. Consult your Hitachi dealer for lamp replacement procedure. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may become clogged over time. If this indicator is lit, the optic unit is too hot. Please call service. After 6 minutes, the lamp will turn off with the TEMP LED On. µ LAMP ... is blinking, the cooling fan has stopped. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television has an internal lamp that may appear to be OFF when it is set to display an On-Screen warning. This light will turn off, then the TV will be cooling down and the light will eventually ...
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This part of the On-Screen Display menu. Lamp Temp Power On-Screen Display 31 Press the SELECT button to quickly exit from a menu. Press EXIT on your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection TV. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to navigate and highlight a different feature of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons to use. Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select This part of the screen shows which selections are available. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on the remote control to select. 3. On-Screen Display 1.
This part of the On-Screen Display menu. Lamp Temp Power On-Screen Display 31 Press the SELECT button to quickly exit from a menu. Press EXIT on your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection TV. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to navigate and highlight a different feature of the screen shows which Remote Control buttons to use. Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select This part of the screen shows which selections are available. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on the remote control to select. 3. On-Screen Display 1.
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...channel or front panel. Set Auto Channel Scan. Engage Lock Choose to ON or OFF. Set viewing reservation for more reddish color. Select the TV Quick Start Up options. Adjust contrast. Adjust color. Turn ON/OFFthe 3:2 Pulldown detection feature. Adjust the balance. Select Optical Output options. ...color with more blue, set to Medium for natural color, set to Standard for standard colors or Black and White for TV programs. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Choose English, French, or Spanish text....
...channel or front panel. Set Auto Channel Scan. Engage Lock Choose to ON or OFF. Set viewing reservation for more reddish color. Select the TV Quick Start Up options. Adjust contrast. Adjust color. Turn ON/OFFthe 3:2 Pulldown detection feature. Adjust the balance. Select Optical Output options. ...color with more blue, set to Medium for natural color, set to Standard for standard colors or Black and White for TV programs. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Choose English, French, or Spanish text....
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...Setup Setup Select SETUP when setting your choice. 2. MENU Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select Setup Menu Preference OR Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Menu Preference This feature will allow ...behind menu screen), or select SHADED for all on-screen displays. Use the CURSOR buttons ̇ or ̈ to select any one of your TV up for a black background (no picture can be adjusted. 2. Setup Menu Preference Set The Language : Set The Menu Background : Move SEL ...
...Setup Setup Select SETUP when setting your choice. 2. MENU Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select Setup Menu Preference OR Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Menu Preference This feature will allow ...behind menu screen), or select SHADED for all on-screen displays. Use the CURSOR buttons ̇ or ̈ to select any one of your TV up for a black background (no picture can be adjusted. 2. Setup Menu Preference Set The Language : Set The Menu Background : Move SEL ...
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...video inputs. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons ̇ or ̈ to have the TV turned OFF automatically when a video signal is shown in the INPUTS selection. Setup Lamp Power Control Use this featureto have the TV turn off automatically when a video signal is not detected for 15 minutes. 1. Setup... Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades...
...video inputs. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons ̇ or ̈ to have the TV turned OFF automatically when a video signal is shown in the INPUTS selection. Setup Lamp Power Control Use this featureto have the TV turn off automatically when a video signal is not detected for 15 minutes. 1. Setup... Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades...
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... choice. When using the AUTO LINK feature, it must be available with your video input device play button. 3. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set 2. Analog Captions: Set CAPTIONS...VCR, laserdisc player or DVD player. 3. To do this function. 5. Setup On-Screen Display Input 4 Auto Link Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to Input 4 when it later. 4. Use the CURSOR buttons ̇ or ̈ to change. Setup Set The Inputs Input1 : ****...
... choice. When using the AUTO LINK feature, it must be available with your video input device play button. 3. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set 2. Analog Captions: Set CAPTIONS...VCR, laserdisc player or DVD player. 3. To do this function. 5. Setup On-Screen Display Input 4 Auto Link Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to Input 4 when it later. 4. Use the CURSOR buttons ̇ or ̈ to change. Setup Set The Inputs Input1 : ****...
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... used to select and start upgrading. 4. Digital signals often change and this feature to OFF to quickly present a picture. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Setup Upgrades OR Software Version # :...the QUICK START UP feature will notify and provide you to quickly tune to as "off". Selecting ON for your TV, HITACHI will activate the TV tuners circuits when the TV is in "standby mode" which is complete. Setup Upgrades It shows software information and easy upgrade procedure. This ...
... used to select and start upgrading. 4. Digital signals often change and this feature to OFF to quickly present a picture. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Setup Upgrades OR Software Version # :...the QUICK START UP feature will notify and provide you to quickly tune to as "off". Selecting ON for your TV, HITACHI will activate the TV tuners circuits when the TV is in "standby mode" which is complete. Setup Upgrades It shows software information and easy upgrade procedure. This ...
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... the glass of the LCD Rear PTV. WARNING: The lamp gets very hot! CAUTION! Lamp Replacement After extended use when failure occurs or if the lamp has exploded, wait at www.epsc.ca (in Canada). MODEL# 50VF820 55VF820 60VF820 LAMP TYPE LP700 LP700 LP700 PART#... place any object inside the lamp. • Once the lamp is in accordance with the new lamp. Lamp Replacement 55 For more information, call "1-800-HITACHI." Dispose of new lamp. • This product contains lead and a lamp that contains mercury. Using other lamps may explode if improperly handled....
... the glass of the LCD Rear PTV. WARNING: The lamp gets very hot! CAUTION! Lamp Replacement After extended use when failure occurs or if the lamp has exploded, wait at www.epsc.ca (in Canada). MODEL# 50VF820 55VF820 60VF820 LAMP TYPE LP700 LP700 LP700 PART#... place any object inside the lamp. • Once the lamp is in accordance with the new lamp. Lamp Replacement 55 For more information, call "1-800-HITACHI." Dispose of new lamp. • This product contains lead and a lamp that contains mercury. Using other lamps may explode if improperly handled....
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Wait at least 30~45 minutes to allow the lamp to cool before proceeding with lamp removal. 2. Lamp Replacement Lamp Replacement 1. 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 Compartment 56 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 Replacement 1. 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 Compartment 56 Locate the Lamp Compartment on the left side of the LCD TV.
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... the front glass of the replacement lamp. LAMP UNIT HANDLE HANDLE TIGHTEN THE SCREWS 57 Lamp Replacement Remove the screw securing the lamp cover with lamp removal. 4. Replace with the new lamp. Lamp Replacement 3. Remove the lamp cover. Remove the lamp unit by holding the lamp handle, then pulling outwards. If they are loose, the TV may get burned. SCREW PHILLIPS...
... the front glass of the replacement lamp. LAMP UNIT HANDLE HANDLE TIGHTEN THE SCREWS 57 Lamp Replacement Remove the screw securing the lamp cover with lamp removal. 4. Replace with the new lamp. Lamp Replacement 3. Remove the lamp cover. Remove the lamp unit by holding the lamp handle, then pulling outwards. If they are loose, the TV may get burned. SCREW PHILLIPS...
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.... Without installing the lamp cover, the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 9). For more information, call "1-800-Hitachi". 58 Lamp Replacement Be sure to www.lamprecycle.org. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to install the lamp cover by re-engaging... the two clips and tighten the screws before the Lamp Cover is connected before turning the power ...
.... Without installing the lamp cover, the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 9). For more information, call "1-800-Hitachi". 58 Lamp Replacement Be sure to www.lamprecycle.org. For lamp recycling and disposal information, go to install the lamp cover by re-engaging... the two clips and tighten the screws before the Lamp Cover is connected before turning the power ...
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... it may be necessary to install a special antenna to upgrade your picture may be caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, ghosting of small dots. It may be marred by the appearance of the image and weak signals. Changing the direction...position of contrast in external devices such as unshielded leads or connecting several sets to a considerable distance. 60 Useful Information NOTE: The TV set to the same antenna without using an antenna, weak signals will display a black screen. SNOW: If your receiver is located in...
... it may be necessary to install a special antenna to upgrade your picture may be caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, ghosting of small dots. It may be marred by the appearance of the image and weak signals. Changing the direction...position of contrast in external devices such as unshielded leads or connecting several sets to a considerable distance. 60 Useful Information NOTE: The TV set to the same antenna without using an antenna, weak signals will display a black screen. SNOW: If your receiver is located in...
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.... To view the CableCARD ID and Host ID, use only. Use the CURSOR button ̄ to acess CableCARD ID and Host ID. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out CableCARD Information Upgrades Quick Start-Up Move SEL Select Setup CableCARD Information Select the...
.... To view the CableCARD ID and Host ID, use only. Use the CURSOR button ̄ to acess CableCARD ID and Host ID. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out CableCARD Information Upgrades Quick Start-Up Move SEL Select Setup CableCARD Information Select the...
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... Mode 34 D Date 46 Daylight Saving Correction 46 E Event Timer 48 G Guide Button 7, 22 H HDMI 11, 13, 17 I Input button 7, 22 L Lamp Replacement 55-58 Language Menu Language 49 Audio Language 38 Locks Change Access Code 41 Channel Lock 41 Front Panel Lock 41 Movie Ratings 42... TV Ratings 43 TV Ratings (Canadian - French 45 Loudness 37 M Menu Preference Language 49 Background 49 Monitor Out 52 P Pause (Freeze) Button 7, 20, 25 Perfect...
... Mode 34 D Date 46 Daylight Saving Correction 46 E Event Timer 48 G Guide Button 7, 22 H HDMI 11, 13, 17 I Input button 7, 22 L Lamp Replacement 55-58 Language Menu Language 49 Audio Language 38 Locks Change Access Code 41 Channel Lock 41 Front Panel Lock 41 Movie Ratings 42... TV Ratings 43 TV Ratings (Canadian - French 45 Loudness 37 M Menu Preference Language 49 Background 49 Monitor Out 52 P Pause (Freeze) Button 7, 20, 25 Perfect...