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has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR¤ guidelines for energy efficiency. 20-32 33-60 61-67 PROJECTION COLOR TV 53UDX10B 43FDX11B OPERATING GUIDE 61UDX10B 43FDX10B IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-4 FIRST TIME USE 5-19 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL 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. 20-32 33-60 61-67 PROJECTION COLOR TV 53UDX10B 43FDX11B OPERATING GUIDE 61UDX10B 43FDX10B IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-4 FIRST TIME USE 5-19 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL 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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...protection for the television during a lightning storm, or when it from the broadcaster or owner of power supply at your home, consult your HITACHI Factory Warranty. ¥ When using Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should be operated only from touching such power lines or circuits ... Voltage 20. the television OFF and unplug it can cause permanent damage to provide some televisions to determine that are NOT COVERED by TV stations and cable companies, as well as close to lightning and power-line surges. Service 23. Public Viewing of Copyrighted Material Public ...
...protection for the television during a lightning storm, or when it from the broadcaster or owner of power supply at your home, consult your HITACHI Factory Warranty. ¥ When using Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should be operated only from touching such power lines or circuits ... Voltage 20. the television OFF and unplug it can cause permanent damage to provide some televisions to determine that are NOT COVERED by TV stations and cable companies, as well as close to lightning and power-line surges. Service 23. Public Viewing of Copyrighted Material Public ...
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...TV/VCR SLOW REC CLU-5713TSI CLU-5711TSI 1. Available in instability, causing possible injury. 1. Insert two new AA size batteries for VCR and video-tape storage. Match the batteries to remove back cover. CLU-5713TSI 1. 2. PART NAME PART NO. 43" TELEVISION STAND SP-43H (Not included, order separately) OPTIONAL H530047 CUSTOM HITACHI... them out. 3. Remote Control Unit CLU-5711TSI (Part No. CAUTION: Danger of a smaller stand, a non Hitachi recommended stand or a generic stand may result in shark grey. ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following ...
...TV/VCR SLOW REC CLU-5713TSI CLU-5711TSI 1. Available in instability, causing possible injury. 1. Insert two new AA size batteries for VCR and video-tape storage. Match the batteries to remove back cover. CLU-5713TSI 1. 2. PART NAME PART NO. 43" TELEVISION STAND SP-43H (Not included, order separately) OPTIONAL H530047 CUSTOM HITACHI... them out. 3. Remote Control Unit CLU-5711TSI (Part No. CAUTION: Danger of a smaller stand, a non Hitachi recommended stand or a generic stand may result in shark grey. ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following ...
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... set . To see this large screen at least four feet from the screen. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of the HITACHI Projection Television is no picture distortion. 6 BEST VERTICAL VIEWING 20 ANGLE 8 3' 0' 5' 10' 15' 20' R 4' MINIMUM 4' MINIMUM L 20' S 50 BEST... side or behind the viewing area. HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV ANTENNA Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for best performance. LOCATION Select an area where sunlight ...
... set . To see this large screen at least four feet from the screen. To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of the HITACHI Projection Television is no picture distortion. 6 BEST VERTICAL VIEWING 20 ANGLE 8 3' 0' 5' 10' 15' 20' R 4' MINIMUM 4' MINIMUM L 20' S 50 BEST... side or behind the viewing area. HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV ANTENNA Unless your TV is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system, a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for best performance. LOCATION Select an area where sunlight ...
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...75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Phono Connector Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the TV. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of common ...be connected to an antenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm). ''F'' Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna jack on camcorders, VCRs, and laserdisc players with shielded video and audio cables that sell audio/video products. S-VIDEO (Super Video...
...75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Phono Connector Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the TV. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the various components and the length of common ...be connected to an antenna adapter (300-Ohm to 75-Ohm). ''F'' Type 75-Ohm Coaxial Antenna Connector For connecting RF signals (antenna or cable TV) to the antenna jack on camcorders, VCRs, and laserdisc players with shielded video and audio cables that sell audio/video products. S-VIDEO (Super Video...
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...of the on-screen displays with HELP text displayed, press and hold the POWER button on your choice (see an auto-demonstration of the TV screen. Your HITACHI Projection TV will be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 is turned off . Press the ...POWER button on the TV screen. These buttons also serve as the EXIT button when in MENU mode. NOTES: 1. FRONT VIEW FRONT PANEL CONTROLS Models: 61UDX10B, 53UDX10B CH...
...of the on-screen displays with HELP text displayed, press and hold the POWER button on your choice (see an auto-demonstration of the TV screen. Your HITACHI Projection TV will be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 is turned off . Press the ...POWER button on the TV screen. These buttons also serve as the EXIT button when in MENU mode. NOTES: 1. FRONT VIEW FRONT PANEL CONTROLS Models: 61UDX10B, 53UDX10B CH...
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...Point your remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. ቪ DIGITAL ARRAY (Model: 43FDX10B/43FDX11B) MAGIC FOCUS (Models: 53UDX10/61UDX10B) Use this button to adjust your picture quality to instantly view your favorite show or new recording. If you have mono sound, insert the audio...: 3) Use these audio/video jacks for a quick hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to optimum performance. (see a red light when the TV is turned on. ቨ PERFECT PICTURE sensor The Perfect Picture sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of light in the top...
...Point your remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. ቪ DIGITAL ARRAY (Model: 43FDX10B/43FDX11B) MAGIC FOCUS (Models: 53UDX10/61UDX10B) Use this button to adjust your picture quality to instantly view your favorite show or new recording. If you have mono sound, insert the audio...: 3) Use these audio/video jacks for a quick hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to optimum performance. (see a red light when the TV is turned on. ቨ PERFECT PICTURE sensor The Perfect Picture sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of light in the top...
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... 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 your TV. 10 Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in place of the standard video cable. 3. If you...
... 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 your TV. 10 Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in place of the standard video cable. 3. If you...
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...Y-CBCR. Your component outputs may be used for standard video input. 12 In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV s PB input and the components R-Y output to the TV s PR input. 2. Input 4 and 5 (Y/VIDEO) can be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (See pages 53 ... Y-PBPR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a sub-picture. 6. In this case, connect the component CB output to the TV s PB input and the component CR output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks. 5. Your component outputs may be necessary ...
...Y-CBCR. Your component outputs may be used for standard video input. 12 In this case, connect the components B-Y output to the TV s PB input and the components R-Y output to the TV s PR input. 2. Input 4 and 5 (Y/VIDEO) can be abnormal, when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (See pages 53 ... Y-PBPR jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a sub-picture. 6. In this case, connect the component CB output to the TV s PB input and the component CR output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks. 5. Your component outputs may be necessary ...
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.... 2. HDTV Set-Top Box NOTE: 1. Connect only 1 component to your personal entertainment system. 13 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR #1 ANT OUTPUT IN S-VIDEO V L R Optional, see tips on page 15 DVD Player OUTPUT Y PB/CB PR/CR L ... INPUT 2 PB (MONO) L PR R AUDIO INPUT 4 PB (MONO) L L PR R AUDIO R AUDIO INPUT 5 MONITOR OUT Optional, see tips on page 15 OUTPUT INPUT Cable TV Box Optional, see tips on page 15 S-VIDEO V L R OUTPUT Y PB PR L R OUTPUT Laserdisc player, VCR, camcorder, etc.
.... 2. HDTV Set-Top Box NOTE: 1. Connect only 1 component to your personal entertainment system. 13 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter VCR #1 ANT OUTPUT IN S-VIDEO V L R Optional, see tips on page 15 DVD Player OUTPUT Y PB/CB PR/CR L ... INPUT 2 PB (MONO) L PR R AUDIO INPUT 4 PB (MONO) L L PR R AUDIO R AUDIO INPUT 5 MONITOR OUT Optional, see tips on page 15 OUTPUT INPUT Cable TV Box Optional, see tips on page 15 S-VIDEO V L R OUTPUT Y PB PR L R OUTPUT Laserdisc player, VCR, camcorder, etc.
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... time. COMPONENT: Y-PBPR (Input 4 &5) connections are provided for INPUT:4 and 5. A single VCR can be necessary to adjust TINT to the TV s PR input. You may use standard video signal for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. Use these connections in place of these connections in ...DVD player, camcorder, etc.) to the left audio jack on line input-output connections. 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. 14 You may use VIDEO or S-VIDEO...
... time. COMPONENT: Y-PBPR (Input 4 &5) connections are provided for INPUT:4 and 5. A single VCR can be necessary to adjust TINT to the TV s PR input. You may use standard video signal for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. Use these connections in place of these connections in ...DVD player, camcorder, etc.) to the left audio jack on line input-output connections. 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. 14 You may use VIDEO or S-VIDEO...
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... prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set . 15 CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To control the audio level of the TV 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...
... prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set . 15 CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To control the audio level of the TV 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...
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... the VIDEO INPUT JACK on the model and features of each component for the location of VCR VCR Hitachi Model or Similar Model 16 The following connection diagrams are offered as shown on the TV set below . However, you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set... button as necessary to view the input source. (See page 27) INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER (ANTENNA) (INPUT) Ant A VID1 Video:1 VID1 ANT NOTE: When the TV is set will appear to be made from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack. 3. The...
... the VIDEO INPUT JACK on the model and features of each component for the location of VCR VCR Hitachi Model or Similar Model 16 The following connection diagrams are offered as shown on the TV set below . However, you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set... button as necessary to view the input source. (See page 27) INPUT MODE SELECTION ORDER (ANTENNA) (INPUT) Ant A VID1 Video:1 VID1 ANT NOTE: When the TV is set will appear to be made from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (MONO)/L(AUDIO) jack. 3. The...
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... 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. A single VCR can be abnormal if the connection is played back will be used for more information on the...
... 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. A single VCR can be abnormal if the connection is played back will be used for more information on the...
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Connect the cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below. 2. CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO SOURCE TO INPUT 1, 2 AND 3 1. Press the ANT button to return to rear panel jacks. Completely ...to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4. A single VCR can be used for more information on Page 14 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 view the program from the AUDIO OUT R of Television ANT A TO...
Connect the cable from the S-VIDEO OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below. 2. CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING AN S-VIDEO SOURCE TO INPUT 1, 2 AND 3 1. Press the ANT button to return to rear panel jacks. Completely ...to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 4. A single VCR can be used for more information on Page 14 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 view the program from the AUDIO OUT R of Television ANT A TO...
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... approximately eight seconds. 7. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to the previous channel. You may use standard video signal for tips on the TV set top box to the INPUT (PR) jack. 4. See page 14 for INPUT:4 and 5. 2. The picture and sound that is played back ... R of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 6. 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...
... approximately eight seconds. 7. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to the previous channel. You may use standard video signal for tips on the TV set top box to the INPUT (PR) jack. 4. See page 14 for INPUT:4 and 5. 2. The picture and sound that is played back ... R of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (AUDIO/L) jack. 6. 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...
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...the DVD button. THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver, DVD players, and other Audio/Video equipment depending...indicating that the remote will now control the desired component. (See page 31 for instruction on how to program the remote to program your TV, VCR, cable box, satellite receiver, DVD player, or other audio/video equipment with one area. Your remote control button to program your ...
...the DVD button. THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, set-top-box, satellite receiver, DVD players, and other Audio/Video equipment depending...indicating that the remote will now control the desired component. (See page 31 for instruction on how to program the remote to program your TV, VCR, cable box, satellite receiver, DVD player, or other audio/video equipment with one area. Your remote control button to program your ...
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... 0 LAST CH HELP ASPECT MODE MENU EXIT VOL SELECT CH SVCS VID 1 MUTE STATUS VCR PLUS+ INFO GUIDE/TV SCHD VID 5 VID 2 VID 4 VID 3 PIP PIP CH FREEZE PIP MODE PIP ACCESS SWAP PROG TV/VCR SLOW ብ ቦ ቨ 23 1 REC REC CLU-5711TSI CLU-5713TSI ᕃ POWER button Press this... button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 22 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) ባ TV button When the TV button is pressed, it will blink, to indicate the remote is...
... 0 LAST CH HELP ASPECT MODE MENU EXIT VOL SELECT CH SVCS VID 1 MUTE STATUS VCR PLUS+ INFO GUIDE/TV SCHD VID 5 VID 2 VID 4 VID 3 PIP PIP CH FREEZE PIP MODE PIP ACCESS SWAP PROG TV/VCR SLOW ብ ቦ ቨ 23 1 REC REC CLU-5711TSI CLU-5713TSI ᕃ POWER button Press this... button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 22 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) ባ TV button When the TV button is pressed, it will blink, to indicate the remote is...
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...two, or three numbers to program your AMPLIFIER/RECEIVER brand. HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቨ AV1, AV2, AV3, or CD, TAPE, AMP buttons When pressed, each time the button is... MENU mode, this button to quickly change the PICTURE FORMATS aspect ratio. (See page 44 for the TV to this button when a menu is set FAVORITE CHANNELS, CHANNEL MEMORY, etc. If the SLEEP button ..., and use STATUS when you are labeled as AV1, AV2, and AV3, please program your TV, then enter the remaining two numbers using the number buttons. If your remote control SOURCE WIZARD ...
...two, or three numbers to program your AMPLIFIER/RECEIVER brand. HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቨ AV1, AV2, AV3, or CD, TAPE, AMP buttons When pressed, each time the button is... MENU mode, this button to quickly change the PICTURE FORMATS aspect ratio. (See page 44 for the TV to this button when a menu is set FAVORITE CHANNELS, CHANNEL MEMORY, etc. If the SLEEP button ..., and use STATUS when you are labeled as AV1, AV2, and AV3, please program your TV, then enter the remaining two numbers using the number buttons. If your remote control SOURCE WIZARD ...
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..., the picture source, if the channel has stereo (ST) or second audio program (SAP), the time, CHANNEL ID and if the SLEEP timer is in TV mode, press these buttons will highlight functions or adjust and set or adjusted by using the THUMB STICK. Stereo ST/SA Ant A 28 TAKA Video... to turn the sound off completely (MUTE). The THUMB STICK will control the Set-Top-Box. HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቴ THUMB STICK/SELECT button All the On-Screen Display features can be set different features. Press the THUMB STICK toward desired direction and press...
..., the picture source, if the channel has stereo (ST) or second audio program (SAP), the time, CHANNEL ID and if the SLEEP timer is in TV mode, press these buttons will highlight functions or adjust and set or adjusted by using the THUMB STICK. Stereo ST/SA Ant A 28 TAKA Video... to turn the sound off completely (MUTE). The THUMB STICK will control the Set-Top-Box. HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቴ THUMB STICK/SELECT button All the On-Screen Display features can be set different features. Press the THUMB STICK toward desired direction and press...