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- Page 1 PROJECTION COLOR TV OPERATING GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FIRST TIME USE 5-21 THE GENIUS 22-33 REMOTE CONTROL ULTRATEC BIT-MAP 34-64 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ,_'_ ASK USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 65-69...
- Page 2 MODIFICATIONS: The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hitachi America. Ltd. Home Electronics Division may void the user s authority to operate the equipment.
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Page 3: Safety Tips
Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television. Please fill out your warranty card and mail it to HITACHI. This will enable... -
Page 4: Picture Cautions
(non-moving) patterns can cause permanent damage to projection television receivers. Such PATTERN BURNS constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty. ¥ When using Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should not be left permanently in one corner of the screen or a PATTERN BURN may develop over a long period of time. -
Page 5: Battery Installation
Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material. _Z_LTz_ CD CD CD C_ (]D CE) CC) (]D (!) HITACHI 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-615MP (Part No. HL00715). 2. Two AA size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY... -
Page 6: How To Set Up Your New Hitachi Projection
VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Projection Television is its large viewing screen. To see this large screen at its best, test various locations in the room to find the optimum spot for viewing. -
Page 7: Hook-Up Cables And Connectors
HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS Most video/audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. For best performance, video cables should use 75-Ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio/video products. -
Page 8: Front Panel Controls
NOTES: Your HITACHI Projection TV will appear to be turned OFF if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3 is selected. Check the Power Light to make sure the TV is turned off when not in use. -
Page 9: Remote Control
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS POWER light You will see a red light when the TV is turned on. AI (Artificial Intelligence) sensor The Artificial Intelligence sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of light in the room to give the best picture. -
Page 10: Front Panel Jacks And Connections
FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS The front panel jacks are provided as a convenience to allow you to easily connect a camcorder or VCR as shown in the following examples: S.VIDEO VEDEO UMONO INPUT _ LAu°_3 @ooo S-INPUT IllNP (Optional, see note) OUTPUT S-VHS V S-VHS Video camera... -
Page 11: Rear Panel Jacks
REAR PANEL JACKS ANTA S-VIDEO SUB CONVERTER < ONO < ONO @0,O REAR SPEAKER ANT B 8Q ONLY @R@R AUDIO AUDIO WIRELESS A UDIO INPUT1 INPUT2 MONITOR OUT TO HI-Fi (_) Antenna Input/Output The remote control allows you to switch between two separate 75-Ohm RF antenna inputs, ANT A and ANT B. ANT A input can be displayed as a main picture or sub-picture. -
Page 12: First Time Use
FIRST TIME USE (_) S-Video Inputs 1 and 2 Inputs 1 and 2 provide S-Video (Super Video) jacks for connecting equipment with S-Video output capability. (_) Component: Y*CBC R Input 2 Input 2 provides Y-CBC R jacks for connecting equipment with this capability, such as a DVD player. NOTES: DO NOT connect standard VIDEO or S-VIDEO to Input 2 when using Y-CBC R input. -
Page 13: Rear Panel Connections
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Outsideantennaor cable TV coaxialcable 2-Way signal splitter INPUT 0 Cable TV Box onpage15 jjjjjjjjjjjjjjjj_ OUTPUT Stereo System Amplifier ,f = =y VCR #2 Wirelss Wirebss Speaker Speaker Wirebss Speaker Transmitter Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system,... - Page 14 REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER TO THE TV OFF. Press the Right Speaker button and insert the positive (+) lead wire into the hole next to the button. Once the wire is in place, pull the red button back to original position and the wire is locked into place.
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Page 15: Tips On Rear Panel Connections
TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS S-Video connections are provided for high performance laserdisc players, VCRs etc. that have this feature. Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the television. - Page 16 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below. (REAR OF TV SET) AUDIO TO HI-FI TERMINAL --OL --OR AUDIO TO HI-FI TO AUDIO INPUT TERMINAL OF EXTERNAL AMPLIFIER ''''_ AUDIO AMPLIFIER...
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Page 17: External Video Sources
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, and DVD player to your TV set is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the owner s manual of each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs. - Page 18 TV INPUT TERMINAL S-VHS OUTPUT BACK OF VCR HITACHI MODEL or similar model NOTES: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.
- Page 19 @@@@@ E AUDIOJ L. VIDEOJ OUTPUT BACKOF DVDPLAYER HITACHI M ODEL or similar m0del NOTES: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose.
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Page 20: Audio System Setup
AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement and refer to the table on page 21 for the different surround sound requirements. (See page 58 for SURROUND functions.) (_The television s internal speakers. The television s internal center channel speakers, which are on only when the television is in SURROUND-DOLBY PRO LOGIC or SURROUND-DOLBY 3 STEREO mode. - Page 21 AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP SURROUND REQUIRED OPTIONAL EFFECT FEATURE CONNECTION CONNECTION _3_ L_ _ Receive mono and stereo sound. HALL _3_ L_ _ Gives the listener concert hall sound. L3_ _ MATRIX _3_ L_ _ Listener has feeling of being at a stadium. DOLBY PRO LOGIC _3_ L-__ Movie theater reproduction, with separate left,...
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Page 22: The Genius Remote Control
THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL CLU-615MP In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the remote control is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (cable TV)/satellite converters, and audio equipment with one touch. Basic operation keys are grouped together in one area. - Page 23 MULTI-PAGE WINDOWS r_r_ r_r_ r__r_ SELECT TV/CABLE/SAT 0 TV/CABLE/SAT 0 SWITCH SELECT VCR lid VCR 0 SWITCH AUDIO 0 AUDIO 0 When TV/CABLE/SAT is set. When VCR is set. TV/CABLE/SAT 0 VCR 0 SELECT AUDIO _D SWITCH When AUDIO is set.
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Page 24: How To Use The Genius Remote To Control Your Tv
SVCS SCHED SELECT INPUT HITACHI CLU-615MP 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.) If a Special Event Reminder is set, it will be displayed when the TV is first turned on. - Page 25 HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons See separate section on page 27 for a description. 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.
- Page 26 HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV EXIT button When in MENU mode, this button will exit all On-Screen Displays. RECALL button Press this button when no menu is displayed when you want to check the channel being received, the picture source, if the channel has stereo (ST) or second audio program (SAP), the time.
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Page 27: Picture In Picture
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Your HITACHI Projection TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Dual Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each. Dual Tuner can operate with only one input (ANT A only) or two inputs (ANT A and ANT B). - Page 28 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE CONT. SURF MODE PIP This feature will automatically scan all active channel numbers (those set in memory) and display them as PIP sub-pictures, along the left and bottom edge of the screen. Press the PIP button a second time to remove the sub-pictures from the screen.
- Page 29 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE /" FREEZE (FRZ) button (With PIP ON) If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the FRZ button. This is convenient when trying to write down the address for a mail order company, recording statistics for a sporting event, etc. To return the picture to motion, press the FRZ button again. NOTE: The FREEZE function will only operate when SINGLE PiP or SPLIT PiP mode is chosen.
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Page 30: Vcr Functions
If your VCR does not have a power function, the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function. The MENU button will act as the VCR MENU button for HITACHI VCRs. INFO GUIDE The LST-CH button will act as your VCR ENTER button if required. -
Page 31: Box Functions
SAT mode. PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes. PRECODED SATELLITE BOX buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded satellite codes. SLEEP m® 0--- EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. HITACHi CLU*615MP... - Page 32 USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL AUDIO EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS Operating the precoded function for your audio equipment. This remote is designed to operate certain types of audio equipment. You must first program the remote to match the remote system of your audio equipment. (Refer to page 33.) Set the MULTI-PAGE select switch to AUDIO, Turn ON the audio component you wish to control with your remote control (AMP, CD, or TAPE).
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Page 33: Cable/Satellite, And Vcr Codes
Starquest ....Lloyd s ....Fisher ....07, 10 Fisher ....07, 10 Starsight ....58, 59 Logik ...... Hitachi ..... Hitachi ..... LXI ....... Sylvania ....JVC ....... Teleview ....JVC ....... Magnavox ..14, 22, 29, 31, 35 Kenwood .. -
Page 34: Ultratec Osd
ULTRATEC OSD 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Projection TV. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to highlight a different feature. EXIT 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. - Page 35 ULTRATEC OSD MENU LANGUAGE Choose English, French, or Spanish text. PLUG & PLAY Optimum hook up for your system. SIGNAL SOURCE Select Antenna or Cable TV. AUTO CHANNEL SE'I First time set up for channel buttons. --'_ CHANNEL MEMORY Channel buttons, add, skip. CHANNEL LIST Check channel name, scan, and child lock.
- Page 36 SET UP highlight the function desired. elect INITIAL SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR • or • on the remote to MENU LANGUAGE PLUG & PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNELLIST CLOCK MAGIC FOCUS...
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Page 37: Plug And Play
I This graphic guide function will help you to properly set up your TV or Home Theater System. Simply answer two questions and a graphic will be displayed, showing you the optimum setup for your personalized system. WELCOME TO HITACHI S PLUG & PLAY ON SCREEN UP GUIDE. - Page 38 SET UP SIGNAL SOURCE I Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna, Select CATV if you have cable TV, MENU LANGUAGE PLUG & PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE OANTENNA AUTO CHANNEL OCATV CHANNEL MEMORY OCATV CHANNEL LIST CLOCK MAGIC FOCUS MENU...
- Page 39 SET UP AUTO CHANNEL SET [ This feature will automatically store active TV channels in CHANNEL MEMORY, This will allow you to skip I unused channels when using CHANNEL UP (A) or DOWN (_'). CURSOR MENU LANGUAGE PLUG & PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL...
- Page 40 SET UP I CHANNEL MEMORY I Use this function after AUTO CHANNEL SET to add or erase additional channels to the remote control CHANNEL • or • buttons. CURSOR MENU LANGUAGE PLUG & PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE CHANNEL AUTO CHANNEL O ADD CHANNEL MEMORY OERASE...
- Page 41 SET UP CHANNEL LIST I This function allows you to review which channels are labeled in CHANNEL ID (ID.), which have been added to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), and which are protected by PARENTAL CONTROL. CURSOR MENU LANGUAGE PLUG & PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO...
- Page 42 SET UP CLOCK SET The time must be set before you can use the CALENDAR, 4 EVENT PROGRAM, SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER, or TV TIME OUT. MENU LANGUAGE CURSOR PLUG & PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNELLtST CLOCK MAGIC FOCUS MENU TO MENU...
- Page 43 SET UP I G,CFOCOS Your HITACHI Projection TV has three color projection tubes: one for red, one for green, one for blue. When mixed together in the proper proportion, the output of these three color tubes can produce any color. To produce these colors, however, the beams must be precisely aligned over each other so that the colors can be mixed.
- Page 44 CUSTOM I This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. CHANNEL lB. I Use this feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60 channels a name when CATV1 signal source is selected.
- Page 45 CUSTOM VIDEO ID. I Use this feature to give a name to any of the three video inputs. CHANNEL VIDEO CURSOR VIDEO ®VlD OVID2 OVID3 FAMILY FAVORITES PARENTAL CONTROL VIDEO LIST ____> 4 EVENT PROGRAM CUSTOM AUTO LINK RESET CLOSED CAPTION MENU BACKGROUND...
- Page 46 CUSTOM I FAMILY FAVORITES I This function allows you to group your favorite channels into six personalized categories that you can rename. (MENU) I A total of 42 channels can be stored in the FAMILY FAVORITES function. CHANNEL CURSOR FAMILY FAVORITES VIDEO FAMILY...
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Page 47: Use Cursor
CUSTOM I FAMILY FAVORITES I Use this function to display FAMILY FAVORITES selections as sub-pictures or to tune the main picture to a (OPERATION) I desired favorite channel. CURSOR SURF TO QUIT MENU SURF TO QUIT EXIT Select a category using CURSOR _1or I_ buttons. Press MENU and the category will be displayed as sub-pictures at the left and bottom edge of the screen. - Page 48 CUSTOM PARENTAL CONTROL I This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. It can also be used to keep the TV from being viewed for a scheduled amount of time that you set. The code to enter PARENTAL CONTROL is a four digit secret code number.
- Page 49 CUSTOM 4 EVENT PROG. This function will automatically turn the TV on and off, one time only, every day or once a week. CHANNEL CURSOR VIDEO FAMILY FAVORITES PARENTAL CONTROL 4 EVENT PROGRAM AUTO LINK CLOSED CAPTION MENU BACKGROUND FIRST TIME TOUR MENU...
- Page 50 CUSTOM AUTO LINK I Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to VIDEO: I, 2, or 3, when it detects a VIDEO input, CHANNEL CHANNEL VIDEO VIDEO FAMILY FAVORITES FAMILY FAVORITES PARENTAL CONTROL PARENTAL CONTROL 4 EVENT PROGRAM ®VI OV2OV3...
- Page 51 CUSTOM I CLOSED CAPTION I Closed captions are the dialogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video which are displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as _ or [_. CLOSED CAPTION CHANNEL...
- Page 52 I This function introduces you to the First Time Tour Setup Feature, showing you basic TV functions as well as helping you set up your TV or Home Theater System. This feature will be displayed every time your TV is turned on, unless you set FIRST TIME TOUR to OFF. HITACHI INTRODUCES FIRST...
- Page 53 VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. CURSOR CURSOR CONTRAST 4 mmmmmmr--'l _ 75% CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS BRIGHTNESS COLOR _ll_ COLOR TINT TINT SHARPNESS SHARPNESS RESET RESET ADVANCED ADVANCED SETTINGS SETTINGS MENUITO MENU BAR TO QUiT I EXiT MENU MENU TO QUIT...
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Page 54: Color Temperature
VIDEO ADVANCED Your HITACHI Projection TV has an Ultra AI (Artificial Intelligence) picture settings to produce the highest quality picture possible. function which will automatically adjust SETTINGS When AI is highlighted, use CURSOR • to turn the AI on or off. - Page 55 AUDIO iSeleBtAUO,O SETTINGSto adiostthe _toyour preference and to improvethe sound qoali_. CURSOR CURSOR BASS 4 =lmmmmR---1 _ 72% BASS _===============_ TREBLE __50% TREBLE 4_50% BALANCE BALANCE RESET RESET ADVANCED ADVANCED SETTINGS SETTINGS MENUITO MENU BAR TO QUIT I EXIT MENU MENU QUIT EXIT...
- Page 56 AUDIO ADVANCED SETTINGS I Use ADVANCED SETTINGS tO impr°ve the s°und perf°rmance °f y°ur Tv' depending On listening cOnditi°ns" CURSOR CURSOR BASS _" 72% TREBLE _" BALANCE *_[_ RESET ADVANCED SETTtNGS _ll _ MENU ITO MENU TO QUIT I EXIT ADVANCED SETTINGS ADVANCED...
- Page 57 THEATER Use this function to choose picture settings for a true home THEATER experience. THEATER MODES I Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV s performance, CURSOR THEATER MODES CURSOR SURROUND O MOVIES GRAPHIC O SPORTS WIRELESS SOUND...
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Page 58: Hall Surround
THEATER The following surround settings will reproduce live sound you would hear in concert halls, SURROUND sports stadiums, movie theaters, etc. when you set up your speaker system as shown in the section on audio system setup on pages 20-21. The surround system is most effective with movie and other stereo material... - Page 59 THEATER I oo,BY PRO,OG,C Dolby Pro Logic provides four separate sound channels: left, center, right, and surround. For properly encoded programs marked rlrl[.._._._._._._._._._J_ the center sound channel contains the dialogue for the program viewed. The left and right channels produce sound effects that will match the action on the TV screen.
- Page 60 THEATER TEST volume levels until all channels are equal. I A test sound is generated allowing the listener to balance volume from each channel. Adjust TONE CURSOR TEST TONE TEST TONE PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC NORMAL NORMAL _ 67% CENTER CENTER ._rl_ FRONT R...
- Page 61 THEATER WIRELESS This feature allows you to choose between two possible variable audio outputs for a separate set of wireless speakers or another stereo amplifier. The audio output may be either MAIN TV AUDIO or PIP AUDIO. SOUND CURSOR THEATER MODES WIRELESS SOUND SURROUND...
- Page 62 THEATER SUB WOOFER I Use this feature to provide variable audio output to an optional sub woofer. THEATER MODES THEATER MODES SURROUND SURROUND GRAPHIC GRAPHIC WIRELESS SOUND WIRELESS SOUND WOOFER VOLUME MENU MENU TO QUiT EXIT MENU MENU TO QUIT I EXiT Press CURSOR •...
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Page 63: Special Event Reminder
INFO This function allows your TV to assist you with your busy day-to-day schedule. SPECIAL EVENT Use this function to set up to six special events into memory. REMINDER These events can then be viewed in CALENDAR mode. CURSOR CURSOR SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER... - Page 64 INFO CALENDAR se this function to check the day, month, and year. Dates programmed in SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER will appear blinking and special event message will be displayed. CURSOR SPECIAL CALENDAR EVENT REMINDER & 1999 CALENDAR 15 16 22 23 29 30 MENU TO MENU...
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Page 65: Care Of Your Hitachi Projection
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Dust the screen and cabinet with a soft cloth. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened in warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty. -
Page 66: Ignition Noise
RECEPTION PROBLEMS ¥ IGNITION NOISE: Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, and other electrical appliances. ¥ GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings, hills or some other objects. -
Page 67: Useful Info
If there is still no power, unplug the power cord from the walt. Wait 30 seconds and plug the power cord back in. Press the power switch again. This protective technology should provide for years of lasting entertainment from your HITACHI Projection Television. - Page 68 USEFULINFO Features: ¥ Superfine Picture Quality 1000 Line Horizontal Resolution ¥ Pure Green and Red Filter Lenses ¥ Artificial Intelligence System ¥ Remote (Controls many VCR brands, cable boxes, satellite boxes, and other audio equipment.) ¥ High Definition On-Screen Display (UltraTEC BIT-MAP) ¥...
- Page 69 (1-800-448-2244) Hitachi America, LTD. Home Electronics Division Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However. should you require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Each facility will provide...
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