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has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR¨ guidelines for energy efficiency. 23-35 36-70 71-75 PROJECTION COLOR TV 61SWX10B 61SWX12B 53SWX10B 53SWX12B OPERATING GUIDE 53UWX10B 61UWX10B 43UWX10B IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-4 FIRST TIME USE 5-22 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. 23-35 36-70 71-75 PROJECTION COLOR TV 61SWX10B 61SWX12B 53SWX10B 53SWX12B OPERATING GUIDE 53UWX10B 61UWX10B 43UWX10B IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-4 FIRST TIME USE 5-22 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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... improper adjustment of cable entry as close to qualified service personnel. If you are NOT COVERED by TV stations and cable companies, as well as the original part. It is a distinct change in your HITACHI Factory Warranty. ¥ When using Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should not be left permanently...
... improper adjustment of cable entry as close to qualified service personnel. If you are NOT COVERED by TV stations and cable companies, as well as the original part. It is a distinct change in your HITACHI Factory Warranty. ¥ When using Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should not be left permanently...
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... doors and an adjustable shelf. PART NAME PART NO. 43" TELEVISION STAND SP-43W (Not included, order separately) OPTIONAL H530052 CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND Excellent for the remote control. POWER TV DVD VCR CBL SOURCE WIZARD AV1 AV2 STB AV3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SLEEP C.C. Match the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in shark grey. Replace...
... doors and an adjustable shelf. PART NAME PART NO. 43" TELEVISION STAND SP-43W (Not included, order separately) OPTIONAL H530052 CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND Excellent for the remote control. POWER TV DVD VCR CBL SOURCE WIZARD AV1 AV2 STB AV3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SLEEP C.C. Match the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in shark grey. Replace...
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...at least four feet from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be located in a different section of the HITACHI Projection Television is its best, test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for best performance. Picture brightness decreases... color changes, and increased chance of the receiver. 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 example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc....
...at least four feet from interference and multiple image ghosts, an indoor antenna may be located in a different section of the HITACHI Projection Television is its best, test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for best performance. Picture brightness decreases... color changes, and increased chance of the receiver. 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 example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc....
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...on all standard video and audio cables which connect to the antenna mixer. Below are connected Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal, and connect the cables to inputs and outputs located on camcorders, VCRs, and laserdisc players with shielded video and audio cables... that sell audio/video products. Phono Connector Used on the TV. To UHF ANT A/ANT B Antenna To outdoor antenna or CATV system Antenna mixer 7 For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm ...
...on all standard video and audio cables which connect to the antenna mixer. Below are connected Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal, and connect the cables to inputs and outputs located on camcorders, VCRs, and laserdisc players with shielded video and audio cables... that sell audio/video products. Phono Connector Used on the TV. To UHF ANT A/ANT B Antenna To outdoor antenna or CATV system Antenna mixer 7 For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm ...
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... AUDIO MAGIC FOCUS ቫ ቪ ቢ MENU/SELECT button This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to turn the TV on or off. 8 This button also serves as the EXIT button when in the top right corner of the... buttons when in MENU mode. ቦ POWER button Press this button to video inputs, press VID1~VID5 buttons depending on the TV screen. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B POWER PUSH Models: 61SWX10B, 61SWX12B, 53SWX10B, 53SWX12B POWER PUSH ባቢ ብ ቤ INPUT MENU ...
... AUDIO MAGIC FOCUS ቫ ቪ ቢ MENU/SELECT button This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to turn the TV on or off. 8 This button also serves as the EXIT button when in the top right corner of the... buttons when in MENU mode. ቦ POWER button Press this button to video inputs, press VID1~VID5 buttons depending on the TV screen. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B POWER PUSH Models: 61SWX10B, 61SWX12B, 53SWX10B, 53SWX12B POWER PUSH ባቢ ብ ቤ INPUT MENU ...
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Your HITACHI Projection TV will make sure the TV is selected. Press the POWER button on the TV again to be turned OFF if there is no video input when ...of light in use. 2. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS ቧ POWER light You will see a red light when the TV is turned on. ቨ PERFECT PICTURE sensor The Perfect Picture sensor will appear to end the autodemonstration. 9 ...NOTES: 1. Check the Power Light to make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of the TV screen. To see page 57) ቩ REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this area when selecting ...
Your HITACHI Projection TV will make sure the TV is selected. Press the POWER button on the TV again to be turned OFF if there is no video input when ...of light in use. 2. FRONT PANEL CONTROLS ቧ POWER light You will see a red light when the TV is turned on. ቨ PERFECT PICTURE sensor The Perfect Picture sensor will appear to end the autodemonstration. 9 ...NOTES: 1. Check the Power Light to make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of the TV screen. To see page 57) ቩ REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this area when selecting ...
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If you have a mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack of the standard video cable. 3. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in place of your TV. 10 FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to front panel jacks. If 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: NOTE: 1.
If you have a mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack of the standard video cable. 3. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in place of your TV. 10 FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to front panel jacks. If 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: NOTE: 1.
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...be compatible with this type of jack (IEC958), and is not fully compliant with IEC958, may not be used for INPUT:4 and 5. This TVÕs optical digital input jack fully complies with the international standard governing this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. This ...This jack provides variable audio output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks. 7. DO NOT connect standard VIDEO and S-VIDEO to the TVÕs PR input. 4. S-Video has a higher priority over video input. 2. To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be ...
...be compatible with this type of jack (IEC958), and is not fully compliant with IEC958, may not be used for INPUT:4 and 5. This TVÕs optical digital input jack fully complies with the international standard governing this capability, such as a DVD player or Set Top Box. This ...This jack provides variable audio output to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR jacks. 7. DO NOT connect standard VIDEO and S-VIDEO to the TVÕs PR input. 4. S-Video has a higher priority over video input. 2. To ensure no copyright infringement, the MONITOR OUT output will be ...
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...Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. 3. HDTV Set-Top Box NOTE: 1. REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP (43/53/61UWX10B MODELS) 2-Way signal splitter VCR #1 ANT OUTPUT IN S-VIDEO V L R Optional, see tips on page 15 DVD Player ...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.
...Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. 3. HDTV Set-Top Box NOTE: 1. REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP (43/53/61UWX10B MODELS) 2-Way signal splitter VCR #1 ANT OUTPUT IN S-VIDEO V L R Optional, see tips on page 15 DVD Player ...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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...PR R AUDIO R AUDIO INPUT 5 MONITOR OUT VCR #2 INPUT S-VIDEO V L R Optional, see tips on page 15 Stereo System Amplifier INPUT Sub Woofer OUTPUT INPUT Cable TV Box Optional, see tips on page 15 - +- + LR INPUT OPTICAL COAXIAL INPUT INPUT ANT A TO REAR SPEAKER CONVERTER L ANT B R AUDIO TO HI-FI R L...) can be input to each input jack. 2. FIRST TIME USE TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP (53/61SWX10B AND 53/61SWX12B MODELS) 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 R AUDIO R AUDIO INPUT 5 MONITOR OUT VCR #2 INPUT S-VIDEO V L R Optional, see tips on page 15 Stereo System Amplifier INPUT Sub Woofer OUTPUT INPUT Cable TV Box Optional, see tips on page 15 - +- + LR INPUT OPTICAL COAXIAL INPUT INPUT ANT A TO REAR SPEAKER CONVERTER L ANT B R AUDIO TO HI-FI R L...) can be input to each input jack. 2. FIRST TIME USE TYPICAL FULL-FEATURE SETUP (53/61SWX10B AND 53/61SWX12B MODELS) 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...
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...laserdisc players, VCRs etc. COMPONENT: Y-PBPR (Input 4 &5) connections are provided for INPUT:4 and 5. In this case, connect the components CB output to the TVÕs PB input and the components CR output to each input jack. A single VCR can be labeled Y-CBCR. You may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y.... page 13 or 14). Your component outputs may use 8-Ohm speakers only. REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER TO THE TV OFF. (Rear speaker connection applies to SWX model only) Press the Right Speaker red button and insert the positive (+) lead wire into ...
...laserdisc players, VCRs etc. COMPONENT: Y-PBPR (Input 4 &5) connections are provided for INPUT:4 and 5. In this case, connect the components CB output to the TVÕs PB input and the components CR output to each input jack. A single VCR can be labeled Y-CBCR. You may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y.... page 13 or 14). Your component outputs may use 8-Ohm speakers only. REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER TO THE TV OFF. (Rear speaker connection applies to SWX model only) Press the Right Speaker red button and insert the positive (+) lead wire into ...
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... 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 control, connect the system as shown below. REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B ANT A TO CONVERTER S-VIDEO...
... 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 control, connect the system as shown below. REAR PANEL OF TELEVISION Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B ANT A TO CONVERTER S-VIDEO...
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ROCK ARENA, SURROUND-JAZZ CLUB, SURROUND-PRO LOGIC, or SURROUND-DOLBY DIGITAL mode. ቤ These speakers are connected to a rear speaker 8-Ohm output on the TV. ቤ ቤ L ቦ IN L R L R R ባ IN OUT ᕃ SUB WOOFER ᕃ STEREO SYSTEM AMPLIFIER ብ LS ብ...; RS 17 Use the AUDIO TO HI-FI output on the TV. ብ These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. FIRST TIME USE Models: 61SWX10B, 61SWX12B 53SWX10B, 53SWX12B Match the numbers below to the ...
ROCK ARENA, SURROUND-JAZZ CLUB, SURROUND-PRO LOGIC, or SURROUND-DOLBY DIGITAL mode. ቤ These speakers are connected to a rear speaker 8-Ohm output on the TV. ቤ ቤ L ቦ IN L R L R R ባ IN OUT ᕃ SUB WOOFER ᕃ STEREO SYSTEM AMPLIFIER ብ LS ብ...; RS 17 Use the AUDIO TO HI-FI output on the TV. ብ These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. FIRST TIME USE Models: 61SWX10B, 61SWX12B 53SWX10B, 53SWX12B Match the numbers below to the ...
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...approximately eight seconds. 4. For best performance, video and audio cables should be OFF. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of VCR VCR Hitachi Model or Similar Model OPTICAL COAXIAL INPUT INPUT ANT A TO REAR SPEAKER CONVERTER L ANT B R AUDIO TO HI-FI R L SUB WOOFER... STOP CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT THESE TERMINALS (Such damage is NOT COVERED by your TV set below . Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B Models: 61SWX10B, 61SWX12B 53SWX10B, 53SWX12B ANT A TO CONVERTER S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO ANT B AUDIO TO HI-FI R L VIDEO...
...approximately eight seconds. 4. For best performance, video and audio cables should be OFF. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of VCR VCR Hitachi Model or Similar Model OPTICAL COAXIAL INPUT INPUT ANT A TO REAR SPEAKER CONVERTER L ANT B R AUDIO TO HI-FI R L SUB WOOFER... STOP CONNECT ONLY 8 OHM SPEAKERS DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT THESE TERMINALS (Such damage is NOT COVERED by your TV set below . Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B Models: 61SWX10B, 61SWX12B 53SWX10B, 53SWX12B ANT A TO CONVERTER S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO ANT B AUDIO TO HI-FI R L VIDEO...
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...or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on line input-output connections. 20 Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B ANT A TO CONVERTER S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO ANT B Back of VCR V L R ...(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 Models: 61SWX10B, 61SWX12B 53SWX10B, 53SWX12B OPTICAL COAXIAL INPUT INPUT ANT A TO REAR SPEAKER CONVERTER L ANT B...that is played back will be used for more information on the TV set below. 2. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to...
...or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on line input-output connections. 20 Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B ANT A TO CONVERTER S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO ANT B Back of VCR V L R ...(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 Models: 61SWX10B, 61SWX12B 53SWX10B, 53SWX12B OPTICAL COAXIAL INPUT INPUT ANT A TO REAR SPEAKER CONVERTER L ANT B...that is played back will be used for more information on the TV set below. 2. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to...
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Connect the cable from the VCR or laserdisc player. Press the VID1~VID3 button to rear panel jacks. Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B See tips on Page 15 Back of VCR S-VIDEO V L R OUTPUT Rear Panel of Television ANT A TO CONVERTER S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO...(MONO) L PR R AUDIO INPUT 4 PB (MONO) L L PR R AUDIO R AUDIO INPUT 5 MONITOR OUT VCR or Laserdisc Player Hitachi Model or Similar Model Models: 61SWX10B, 61SWX12B 53SWX10B, 53SWX12B See tips on the TV set below. 2. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to view the program from the AUDIO OUT L of...
Connect the cable from the VCR or laserdisc player. Press the VID1~VID3 button to rear panel jacks. Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B See tips on Page 15 Back of VCR S-VIDEO V L R OUTPUT Rear Panel of Television ANT A TO CONVERTER S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO...(MONO) L PR R AUDIO INPUT 4 PB (MONO) L L PR R AUDIO R AUDIO INPUT 5 MONITOR OUT VCR or Laserdisc Player Hitachi Model or Similar Model Models: 61SWX10B, 61SWX12B 53SWX10B, 53SWX12B See tips on the TV set below. 2. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to view the program from the AUDIO OUT L of...
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...the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 5. Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B 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 ...or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS. 4. You may use standard video signal for tips on the TV set top box to view the program from the THEATERINPUT SOURCE menu. CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE TO VIDEO 4 OR 5: Y-PBPR. 1....
...the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc/DVD player or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (AUDIO/R) jack. 5. Models: 61UWX10B, 53UWX10B, 43UWX10B 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 ...or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS. 4. You may use standard video signal for tips on the TV set top box to view the program from the THEATERINPUT SOURCE menu. CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES CONNECTING A COMPONENT SOURCE TO VIDEO 4 OR 5: Y-PBPR. 1....
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...ÒAV1Ó to light if the room is too bright. To operate your VCR, point the remote at the remote sensor of the TV and press the TV button. The VCR button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your VCR. (See page 30 for instruction on how to... and press 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 on which mode...
...ÒAV1Ó to light if the room is too bright. To operate your VCR, point the remote at the remote sensor of the TV and press the TV button. The VCR button will blink, indicating that the remote will now control your VCR. (See page 30 for instruction on how to... and press 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 on which mode...
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... C.C 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 23 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...
... C.C 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 23 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...