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LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION 50V500A 50VX500 60VX500 OPERATING GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE THE REMOTE CONTROL 4-22 Page 7 updated 01/09/04 23-44 Video Audio Aspect Chan. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Manager Locks Setup Move SEL Sel ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 45-69 USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 70-81 As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd.
LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION 50V500A 50VX500 60VX500 OPERATING GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE THE REMOTE CONTROL 4-22 Page 7 updated 01/09/04 23-44 Video Audio Aspect Chan. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Manager Locks Setup Move SEL Sel ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 45-69 USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 70-81 As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd.
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...OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. If the television does not operate properly, unplug the television and call your HITACHI television. Safety is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing...to very high voltages and other hazards. CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the television. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of benefit ...
...OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. If the television does not operate properly, unplug the television and call your HITACHI television. Safety is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing...to very high voltages and other hazards. CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the television. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of benefit ...
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...accessories specified by the manufacturer. 17. Do not block any objects on the top of the television which could cause the product to comply with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Install in product damage.... ufacturer. 12. Use only with a dry cloth. 7. et, or table specified by TV stations and cable companies, as well as practical. Refer all warnings and instructions marked on or...the point of programs broadcast by the manufacturer, or sold with respect to call "1-800-HITACHI". Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides ...
...accessories specified by the manufacturer. 17. Do not block any objects on the top of the television which could cause the product to comply with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Install in product damage.... ufacturer. 12. Use only with a dry cloth. 7. et, or table specified by TV stations and cable companies, as well as practical. Refer all warnings and instructions marked on or...the point of programs broadcast by the manufacturer, or sold with respect to call "1-800-HITACHI". Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides ...
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...REMOTE CONTROL POWER TV DVD VCR CBL SOURCE WIZARD CD PVR STB AMP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SLEEP C.C. OPTIONAL LCD REAR PTV STAND (NOT INCLUDED, ORDER SEPARATELY) PART NAME PART NO. 50" LCD Rear PTV Stand H520447 SPX50W 60" LCD Rear PTV Stand H520448 SPX60W CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND Excellent for...size, 1.5V batteries (for VCR and video tape storage. SIMPLE REMOTE CONTROL CH + A/V NET VOL - CAUTION: 1. Use with Hitachi 60VX500. Simple Remote Control Unit CLU-120S (Part No. EY01641). Lift up on tab to make sure you have the following accessories before ...
...REMOTE CONTROL POWER TV DVD VCR CBL SOURCE WIZARD CD PVR STB AMP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SLEEP C.C. OPTIONAL LCD REAR PTV STAND (NOT INCLUDED, ORDER SEPARATELY) PART NAME PART NO. 50" LCD Rear PTV Stand H520447 SPX50W 60" LCD Rear PTV Stand H520448 SPX60W CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND Excellent for...size, 1.5V batteries (for VCR and video tape storage. SIMPLE REMOTE CONTROL CH + A/V NET VOL - CAUTION: 1. Use with Hitachi 60VX500. Simple Remote Control Unit CLU-120S (Part No. EY01641). Lift up on tab to make sure you have the following accessories before ...
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... antenna mixer. Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the television's rear jack panel and front control panel. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Below are connected Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal, and connect the cables to screws of your...
... antenna mixer. Plug the adapter into the antenna terminal on the television's rear jack panel and front control panel. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Below are connected Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal, and connect the cables to screws of your...
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... your Photo memory card to instantly view your preference without using the remote. Below are trademarks of the screen. Your selection is set when the TV is subject to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or alternate antenna source. This button also serves as the cursor...1 (SDDR-6507) 3. This button also serves as the cursor left audio jack. ቧ PHOTO MC Insert a PC card adapter with your television. NOTES: Your remote control does not have been tested with your digital pictures, an adapter is turned ON. The volume level will be at ...
... your Photo memory card to instantly view your preference without using the remote. Below are trademarks of the screen. Your selection is set when the TV is subject to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or alternate antenna source. This button also serves as the cursor...1 (SDDR-6507) 3. This button also serves as the cursor left audio jack. ቧ PHOTO MC Insert a PC card adapter with your television. NOTES: Your remote control does not have been tested with your digital pictures, an adapter is turned ON. The volume level will be at ...
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... look unusual, or the lamp "goes out," (burns out). It has no effect on the TV's functions. 8 Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may take about 2 minutes to warm up the TV screen. A small number of LAMP UNIT Call for proper part. These are common characteristics of the... TV. If this indicator is lit, the optic unit is cooling down . Make sure to replace ...
... look unusual, or the lamp "goes out," (burns out). It has no effect on the TV's functions. 8 Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may take about 2 minutes to warm up the TV screen. A small number of LAMP UNIT Call for proper part. These are common characteristics of the... TV. If this indicator is lit, the optic unit is cooling down . Make sure to replace ...
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... speaker. A 75-Ohm RF antenna or CATV (Cable TV) input. ANT B cannot be used for stereo amplifiers with S-VIDEO output capability. 10 Use the S-VIDEO Output for connecting equipment with center signal capability. FIRST TIME USE REAR PANEL JACKS ቢ ባ ቪ ቨ ... VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO ቧ ቢ Antenna Input/Output ANT A- NOTE: S-VIDEO output may be set as a center channel by the television's main volume. ቦ CENTER IN (Input) This jack is displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT A can be displayed as a main ...
... speaker. A 75-Ohm RF antenna or CATV (Cable TV) input. ANT B cannot be used for stereo amplifiers with S-VIDEO output capability. 10 Use the S-VIDEO Output for connecting equipment with center signal capability. FIRST TIME USE REAR PANEL JACKS ቢ ባ ቪ ቨ ... VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO ቧ ቢ Antenna Input/Output ANT A- NOTE: S-VIDEO output may be set as a center channel by the television's main volume. ቦ CENTER IN (Input) This jack is displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. ANT A can be displayed as a main ...
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...jacks. 6. To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will allow you to your television's remote control (see page 20). ቪ DVI-HDTV Input (Input 1) Use this case, connect the component CB output to the TV's PB input and the component CR output to Input 3, 4 or 5 at the same ...time. Only DTV format such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. When connecting a Set-Top-Box with a copy-protect digital out terminal, a high definition picture can automatically be labeled Y-CBCR. FIRST TIME USE REAR ...
...jacks. 6. To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will allow you to your television's remote control (see page 20). ቪ DVI-HDTV Input (Input 1) Use this case, connect the component CB output to the TV's PB input and the component CR output to Input 3, 4 or 5 at the same ...time. Only DTV format such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. When connecting a Set-Top-Box with a copy-protect digital out terminal, a high definition picture can automatically be labeled Y-CBCR. FIRST TIME USE REAR ...
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...the TV's PR input. • You may use a 1080i or 720p input signal. 13 Input 2 accepts both composite and component video signals. • Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. Use these may be used for high performance components, such as DVD players and set- FIRST TIME USE TIPS ON REAR ... be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR jacks. • When using DVI input from a Set-Top-Box, it to the left audio jack on the television. • Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on page 12). In this feature. top-boxes.
...the TV's PR input. • You may use a 1080i or 720p input signal. 13 Input 2 accepts both composite and component video signals. • Your component outputs may be labeled Y-CBCR. Use these may be used for high performance components, such as DVD players and set- FIRST TIME USE TIPS ON REAR ... be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR jacks. • When using DVI input from a Set-Top-Box, it to the left audio jack on the television. • Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on page 12). In this feature. top-boxes.
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... of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound using the remote control of an external audio amplifier with the TV remote control, connect the system as shown below. REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION ANT A TO CONVERTER ANT B INPUT 1 INPUT 2 DVI-HDTV PR PB Y R (MONO)/L AUDIO PR PB Y/VIDEO R (MONO)/L AUDIO AUDIO TO HI... R L VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO LR INPUT Stereo System Amplifier NOTES: 1. FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES To control the audio level of the TV set. 2.
... of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound using the remote control of an external audio amplifier with the TV remote control, connect the system as shown below. REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION ANT A TO CONVERTER ANT B INPUT 1 INPUT 2 DVI-HDTV PR PB Y R (MONO)/L AUDIO PR PB Y/VIDEO R (MONO)/L AUDIO AUDIO TO HI... R L VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO LR INPUT Stereo System Amplifier NOTES: 1. FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES To control the audio level of the TV set. 2.
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... ̈ to a total of an AV Network setup between your Hitachi remote control to the Rear Panel jacks as shown on the remote control. The rear panel has two IR BLASTER inputs which can connect the Television with up to enter component's "SOFT KEY" control button. DVD Cable...remote control. Each IR Mouse cable can access the Setup Menu Wizard again in front of the television's rear panel. 3. FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING AV NETWORK Your Hitachi LCD TV is equipped with the TV remote control. Connect your external Audio/Video equipment (VCR, Set Top Box, DVD, etc.). Press...
... ̈ to a total of an AV Network setup between your Hitachi remote control to the Rear Panel jacks as shown on the remote control. The rear panel has two IR BLASTER inputs which can connect the Television with up to enter component's "SOFT KEY" control button. DVD Cable...remote control. Each IR Mouse cable can access the Setup Menu Wizard again in front of the television's rear panel. 3. FIRST TIME USE CONNECTING AV NETWORK Your Hitachi LCD TV is equipped with the TV remote control. Connect your external Audio/Video equipment (VCR, Set Top Box, DVD, etc.). Press...
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The TV button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your PVR (see page 37 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your television. If you have a satellite receiver, use the AV Network feature, switching remote control modes is too bright. ቤ VOL SELECT CH ..., indicating that the remote will now control your cable box (see page 40 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your HITACHI LCD Rear PTV, the new remote control is chosen, as explained above. ባ,ቤ LIGHT BUTTON When you wish to control and press the CD...
The TV button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your PVR (see page 37 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your television. If you have a satellite receiver, use the AV Network feature, switching remote control modes is too bright. ቤ VOL SELECT CH ..., indicating that the remote will now control your cable box (see page 40 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your HITACHI LCD Rear PTV, the new remote control is chosen, as explained above. ባ,ቤ LIGHT BUTTON When you wish to control and press the CD...
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.../edit Channel ID, Scan, and Lock settings in standard mode. Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (ENG) Canadian Ratings (FRN) Change Lock access code. Block various types of movies and television programming based on a parental guide ratings. Choose Automatic Contrast settings. Treble Bass Balance Sound...
.../edit Channel ID, Scan, and Lock settings in standard mode. Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (ENG) Canadian Ratings (FRN) Change Lock access code. Block various types of movies and television programming based on a parental guide ratings. Choose Automatic Contrast settings. Treble Bass Balance Sound...
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...Movie Mode is disabled (gray-out). Press down to select from the Video menu, your Hitachi LCD TV will activate the circuitry for this function to adjust the percentage of Red, Green and ... other based on film at 24 frames or still pictures per second, instead of 30 frames or 60 fields like video. NOTE: 1. All Video settings are shot on it's input (Ant A/B, Inputs...the 3:2 PULLDOWN DETECTION SPECIAL FEATURE. VIDEO Color Decoding Use this special feature to video for television viewing, the disparity between the two frame rates must be reconciled. Use Tint to adjust flesh...
...Movie Mode is disabled (gray-out). Press down to select from the Video menu, your Hitachi LCD TV will activate the circuitry for this function to adjust the percentage of Red, Green and ... other based on film at 24 frames or still pictures per second, instead of 30 frames or 60 fields like video. NOTE: 1. All Video settings are shot on it's input (Ant A/B, Inputs...the 3:2 PULLDOWN DETECTION SPECIAL FEATURE. VIDEO Color Decoding Use this special feature to video for television viewing, the disparity between the two frame rates must be reconciled. Use Tint to adjust flesh...
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... manner. The source you are received (monaural is always received). OFF - This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers. Audio Source Multi-Channel Television Sound will work as Center - STEREO SELECTED 3:32 PM Ant A 10 Stereo R SAP SELECTED 3:32 PM Ant A 10 SAP R MONO SELECTED 3:32 PM... adjust volume so each selection when both low and high frequency sounds when listening at the top right edge of the LCD TV's internal speakers. Video Audio THUMB STICK MENU Audio Aspect Chan. Select this function will control the left to right balance of the...
... manner. The source you are received (monaural is always received). OFF - This function controls the low frequency audio to all speakers. Audio Source Multi-Channel Television Sound will work as Center - STEREO SELECTED 3:32 PM Ant A 10 Stereo R SAP SELECTED 3:32 PM Ant A 10 SAP R MONO SELECTED 3:32 PM... adjust volume so each selection when both low and high frequency sounds when listening at the top right edge of the LCD TV's internal speakers. Video Audio THUMB STICK MENU Audio Aspect Chan. Select this function will control the left to right balance of the...
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... realistic 3D Sound experience from two speakers and even more easily recognize the unique tonal colors of your HITACHI REAR LCD television. If your HITACHI REAR LCD television is incorporated under USP4638258 and 4482866. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of your choice. AUDIO...Labs, Inc. Based on THUMB STICK to select your choice (Off, SRS, BBE, and SRS and BBE). If your HITACHI REAR LCD television is natural and crisp from two speakers and even enhance a complete multi-speaker surround sound system. Technology Sound reproduction quality enhancement...
... realistic 3D Sound experience from two speakers and even more easily recognize the unique tonal colors of your HITACHI REAR LCD television. If your HITACHI REAR LCD television is incorporated under USP4638258 and 4482866. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of your choice. AUDIO...Labs, Inc. Based on THUMB STICK to select your choice (Off, SRS, BBE, and SRS and BBE). If your HITACHI REAR LCD television is natural and crisp from two speakers and even enhance a complete multi-speaker surround sound system. Technology Sound reproduction quality enhancement...
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... Chan. When Engage Lock is selected, you can set (see page 60). When Set Input Lock is a four digit secret code number. Use Canadian Ratings to keep the TV from being viewed for channels 3, 4 of movies and television programs based on , the picture and sound for all buttons on ...(❒✔ Time Lock) you can block various types of television programming based on the screen to select access code...
... Chan. When Engage Lock is selected, you can set (see page 60). When Set Input Lock is a four digit secret code number. Use Canadian Ratings to keep the TV from being viewed for channels 3, 4 of movies and television programs based on , the picture and sound for all buttons on ...(❒✔ Time Lock) you can block various types of television programming based on the screen to select access code...
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...to themes which could frighten a younger child, will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over to watch on television. Will be no nudity. Parental Guidance - Programming intended for a general audience but which may consider some inoffensive slang, no ...profanity and no realistic scenes of violence. Adult - MENU THUMB STICK Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select THUMB STICK SELECT Locks Canadian Ratings (Eng) Status C: C8...
...to themes which could frighten a younger child, will not depict realistic scenes of violence which minimize or gloss over to watch on television. Will be no nudity. Parental Guidance - Programming intended for a general audience but which may consider some inoffensive slang, no ...profanity and no realistic scenes of violence. Adult - MENU THUMB STICK Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select THUMB STICK SELECT Locks Canadian Ratings (Eng) Status C: C8...
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...therefore strongly recommended for audiences of 13 - Programming may not be suitable for young children (under the age of all movies and television programs rated 8 ans+ and higher will be inappropriate in an unrealistic manner. 8 + General - ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 62 Press ...violent scenes to the previous menu. Contains frequent scenes of extreme violence. MENU THUMB STICK Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select THUMB STICK SELECT Locks Canadian Ratings (Frn) Status ...
...therefore strongly recommended for audiences of 13 - Programming may not be suitable for young children (under the age of all movies and television programs rated 8 ans+ and higher will be inappropriate in an unrealistic manner. 8 + General - ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 62 Press ...violent scenes to the previous menu. Contains frequent scenes of extreme violence. MENU THUMB STICK Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn) Move SEL Select THUMB STICK SELECT Locks Canadian Ratings (Frn) Status ...