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- Page 1 3olid State Color TV _)PERATING GUID IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FIRST TIME USE 5-20 THE GENIUS 21-37 REMOTE CONTROL ULTRATEC BIT-MAP 38-61 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 62-67...
- Page 2 I NOTE: CAUTION: • Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions, as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hitachi could void the user's authority to operate the TV. POWER SOURCE This HITACHI color television is designed to operate on 120 volts 60Hz, AC current.
- Page 3 Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television.
- Page 4 Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics, and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can cause permanent damage to television receivers. Such =PATTERN BURNS" constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty. •...
- Page 5 2. Two "AA" size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). For information regarding how to obtain these accessories, please call TOLL FREE 1-800-448-2244 for the nearest HITACHI Authorized parts Distributor in the United States. For Alaska and Hawaii, please contact your nearest HITACHI regional office. PART NO.
- Page 6 REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing the notched part of the cover with your fingers. 2. Insert two new "AA" size batteries for the remote control. When replacing old batteries, push them towards the springs and lift them out.
- Page 7 VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI Color 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. The drawings give several suggestions.
- Page 8 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 9 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FOR 32FX48B • FRONT VIEW Iooeeocn| • HOW TO OPEN THE DOOR Dual Tuner PIP (_) RemoteControl 1. Push on "_" InfraredSensor 2. Pull the door toward the front to open it. ® Volume Button Butbm Burns FRONT INPUT JACKS VOL- VOI.*...
- Page 10 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FOR 36UX58B AND 36FX48B FRONT VIEW For 36UX58B Only /.1111111/IBII ® ® InmUF_xit Volume Channel Button Buttons Butto_ --1 _-I r-h I Vvol.& • ot • O00QO00 Remote Control I Dual Tuner PIP (O)',-- .,_.,,,_ MENUEX=r ,4 •...
- Page 11 NOTE: Your HITACHI TV will appear to be turned off if there is no video input when VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3 is selected. If you have no input to VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3, pressthe INPUT button until the normal broadcast picture appears. (See page 25.) If the picture does not appear, the power is OFF.
- Page 12 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: Video Camera Video Camera OUTPUT OUTPUT Insert audio cable into left channel for mono sound INPUT INPUT...
- Page 13 REAR PANEL JACKS Ili. o ]11 ÷ VHF/UHF 36FX48B and 32FX48B ANTENNA TERMINALS /INT IJ ANlrA 36FX48B only_, • I WE,AK STRONG (_) GEO_GNETISM CORRECTION " 8-VIDEO 36UX58B AUDIO TO HIFI _,_ INPUT INPUT TERMINALS OUTPUT TERMINALS INPUT TERMINALS 1_;16°16°1 i t=oz_/.ll_zl IOflOilOil<...
- Page 14 REAR PANEL JACKS Antenna Inputs 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. ANT B can only be displayed as a main picture. (ANT B cannot be displayed as a sub-picture.) The antenna output labeled =TO CONVERTER"...
- Page 15 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 136FX48B AND 32FX48B I Ouside antenna or cable "IV coaxial cable [,_-2-Way signal J " splitter Cable T VBox Stereo S ystem Ampli6er 1_1o _v_ ° L Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.
- Page 16 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 136UX58B ) Ouside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter onpage14 '_J -'{_1 CableTV Box VCR#1 LaSermc0d_er,Player. VCR, IOo ooLO StereoSystem Amplifier VCR#2 I_ '-"_ Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system.
- Page 17 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To control the audio level of an external audio amplifierwith the remote control, connect the system as shown below. (REAROF TV SET) AUDIO TO HI-FI TERMINAL -'--_L AUDIO TO HI-FI TO AUDIO INPUT TERMINAL ©...
- Page 18 CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES The exact arrangement you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player to yourTV 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. The following connection diagrams are offered as suggestions.
- Page 19 AUDIO TV INPUT TERMINAL S-VHS OUTPUT BACK OF VCR HITACHI MODEL or similarmodel NOTE: Completely insert the connection cord plugswhen connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose. If you have an S-VHS VCR, use the S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable.
- Page 20 AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement and refer to the table for the different surround sound requirements. (See page 58 and 59 for SURROUND and SRS functions.) The television's internal speakers. These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the =Audio to HI-FI" output on the television. ®...
- Page 21 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL CLU-431UI) In addition to controlling all the functionson your HITACHI Color "IV,the new remotecontrolis designedto operatedifferent types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV), and satelliteconverterswith one touch. Basic operationkeys are groupedtogether in one area. To operate your TV, point the remote control at the remote sensor of the TV and press the TV button. The remote will now con- trol your television.
- Page 22 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-612MP) In addition to controlling all the functions on your HITACHI color television, 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 ICLU-612MP) SELECT "SWITCH "rv/cABLEi1DSS • "rv/CABLE/DSS SELECT vcRO VCR • WITCH Auo,oO AUDIO When "VCR" is set. When "TV/CABLF_.JDSS" is set. TV/CABLF.JDSS SELECT _-----SWITCH AUDIO When "AUDIO" is set.
- Page 24 HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV A detailed explanation of the circled numbers follows on pages 25 to 26. HELP PIPCH TVNCR CD CD CD ® PAUSE TVICABLE/DSS ® ® INFO GUIDE EXIT C.S. CURSOR CONTROL - INPUT SLEEP ® HITACHI HITACHI CLU-431UI CLU-612MP...
- Page 25 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV TV POWER Button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off. If a Special Event Reminder is set, it will be displayed when the TV is first turned on. (See page 60.) SLEEP Button Press this button to display the SLEEP TIMER in the lower left corner of the screen.
- Page 26 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV VOLUME, MUTE Buttons Press the VOLUME up ( • ) or down ( • ) button until you obtain the desired sound level. To turn the sound off instantly to answer the telephone, etc., press the MUTE button. Press the MUTE button again or press the VOLUME Up ( •...
- Page 27 HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV RECALL Button Press this button when no menu is displayed when you want to check the channel being received, or if it has stereo (ST) or second audio (SAP). You can also check the time, CHANNEL and VIDEO iD. Audio_,_ected Main.
- Page 28 Your HITACHI Color TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Dual Tuner feature allows youto view antenna inputson both the main pictureand sub-picturesimultaneously,with separate tuning controlfor each. The Dual Tuner can operate with only one input (ANT A only) or two inputs (ANT A and ANT B).
- Page 29 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) SWAP Button If you wish to Switchwhat is being shown on the main picture to the sub-picture, press the SWAP button. color background background SWAP NOTE: The SWAP function will not operate if ANT B input is set as the main channel (ANT B input cannot be displayed as a sub- picture.) MOVE Button To move the sub-picture to another corner, press the MOVE button.
- Page 30 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) FREEZE (FRZ) Button 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. (_) QUICK FREEZE (FRZ) Button Press this button without a sub-picture to freeze the picture you are currently viewing.
- Page 31 I! 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. The LST-CH button will act as your VCR ENTER button if required.
- Page 32 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. The LST-CH button will act as your VCR ENTER button if required.
- Page 33 This button allows the remote to control your cable/satellite box by setting it to cable. PRECODED CABLE/SATELLITE Box Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable/satellite codes. ® EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. HITACHI CLU-431UI...
- Page 34 The INPUT button will act as the TV/DSS button when in DSS 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. EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. HITACHI CLU412MP...
- Page 35 8. The SLEEP button will act as your audio components '100' button if required. PRECODED AMP, CD, or TAPE Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded audio compo- nent codes. EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. HITACHI CLU-6t2MP...
- Page 36 Gold Star ....11, 26 Cybernex Ricoh ........Runco ..... Hamlin ..03, 09, 14, 23, 24 Daewoo ..06, 08, 16, 38, 50 Hitachi ..... Daytron ....Samsung ....16, 45 Dynatech ....Sanky ....14, 19 Hytex .....
- Page 37 Starquest ....Uoyd's ....Fisher ....07, 10 Fisher ....07, 10 Logik ...... Starsight ....58, 59 Hitachi ..........Hitachi ..... 11,- Sylvania ....JVC ....... Teleview ....Magnavox ..14, 22, 29, 31, 35 JVC ....... Kenwood ..
- Page 38 ULTRATEC BIT-MAP OSD 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI Color TV. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to highlight a different feature. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu.
- Page 39 ULTRATEC OSD Menu Language Choose English, French, or Spanish text. Plug & Play Optimum hook up for your system. Select antenna or cable TV. Si.qnal Source Auto Channel Set First time set up for channel buttons. Channel Memory Channel buttons, add, skip. Channel List Check channel name, scan and child lock.
- Page 40 SET UP Select INITIAL SETUP when setting your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR • or • on the remote to highlight the function desired. Menu Language CURSOR Plug & Play Signal Source Auto Channel Channel Memory Channel List Clock...
- Page 41 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 Hitachi's Plug &...
- Page 42 SET UP SIGNAL SOURCE Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoorantenna. Select CATV if you have cable TV. Menu Language CURSOR Plug & Play I_ Antenna Auto Channel Catvl Channel Memory Catv2 Channel List Clock Menu Language Menu Language Plug...
- Page 43 SET UP This feature will automatically store active TV channels in CHANNEL MEMORY. This will allow you to skip I AUTO CHANNEL SETI unused channels when using CHANNEL UP (A) or DOWN (V). Menu Language CURSOR Plug & Play Signal Source Begin Channel...
- Page 44 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. Menu Language CURSOR Plug & Play Signal Source Channel Auto Channel Channel List Next Clock...
- Page 45 SET::UP I This function allows you to review which channels are labeled in CHANNEL ID (NAME), which have been CHANNEL LIST added to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), and which are protected by CHILD LOCK (LOCK). Menu Language CURSOR Plug & Play Signal Source Auto...
- Page 46 SET UP CLOCK SET I The time must be set before you can use the CALENDAR, 4 EVENT PROGRAM, PERSONAL MESSAGE, or SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER. Menu Language CURSOR Plug & Play Signal Source Auto Channel Channel Memory Channel List CURSOR Clock Clock --:o-...
- Page 47 CUSTOM This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. CHANNEL ID 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. CURSOR CURSOR Channel...
- Page 48 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 24 channels can be stored in the FAMILY FAVORITES function. Family Favorites Channel CURSOR ,_!_: _:_I_ _.L;_ _p...
- Page 49 CUSTOM Use this function to tune the main picture to a desired favorite channel. I FAMILY FAVORITES (OPERATION) ChlO Favorites Press the CURSOR button. Select a category using CURSOR • or • buttons. Use CURSOR <1,I_, • or • buttons to highlight a favorite channel and the TV will automatically tune to that channel. Press EXIT to remove FAMILY FAVORITES OSD from the screen.
- Page 50 CUSTOM I This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel or video input. CHILD LOCK 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 CHILD LOCK is a four digit key number.
- Page 51 CUSTOM 4 EVENT PROG. This function will automatically turn the TV on and off, one time only, every day or once a week. Channel 1011 1-12 133 CURSOR Video amTV Family Favorites --:--amTV Child Lock --Channel Auto Link I'] Daily Closed Caption Weekly...
- Page 52 CUSTOM Use this function to automatically turn the TV on and tune to VIDEO: 1, 2, or 3, when it detects a VIDEO input. - AUTO LINK CURSOR Channel Channel Video Video Family Favorites Family Favorites Auto RemolBOff Auto _ Child Lock Child...
- Page 53 CUSTOM 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 r_ or I_- mullmm CURSOR Channel '°...
- Page 54 VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. CURSOR CURSOR Contrast • Contrast Br'ig'htness Brightness ColOr Color < Tiht ,, ,, Tint ,, ,, Sharpness ,< Sharpness CURSOR Color [] Warm Color [3 Warm L • Temp [] Cool Temp [] Cool...
- Page 55 AUDIO Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. CURSOR CURSOR Treble Balance Reset CURSOR Advanced Settings Volume Correction ToQuitl MENU ITo Menu Bar, EXIT Bas s I_i..._:__.. 11 CURSOR Bass ..Ib" Treble <...
- Page 56 ..AUDIO Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV depending on listeningconditions. ADVANCED SETTINGS Bass CURSOR CURSOR Treble •t Balance Reset Volume Correction Advanced Settings CURSOR Stereo I_gl Sfereo Mono I-] Mono Second Audio Program Second Audio Program [] []...
- Page 57 AUDIO se this function to reduce the volume level of up to four channels that sound loud compared to other VOLUME CORRECTION channels. !! i Bass CURSOR CURSOR Treble Balance Reset Advanced 100% Settings 100% 100% I-]_ Level 100% Bass Bass Treble Treble...
- Page 58 Based on the principles of the human hearing system, SRS technology delivers an exciting and realistic 3D ISRS ( $ )'1 Sound experience from just two speakers (or) the two internal speakers of your HITACHI television. If your HITACHI television is connected to an extemal audio system, SRS will also create an incredible 3D sound experience from two speakers and even enhance a complete multi-speaker surround sound system.
- Page 59 THEATER SURROUND I The following surround settings will reproduce the "live" sound you would hear in concert halls, sport stadiums, movie theaters, etc. when you set up your speaker system as shown in the section on rear panel connections on page 20. The surround system is most effective with movie and other stereo material that is Dolby Surround encoded, and played on a stereo VCR.
- Page 60 INFO This function allows your TV to assist you with your busy day-to-day schedule. I SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER se this function to set up to six special events into memory, These events can then be viewed in CALENDAR mode. Special Event Reminder CURSOR...
- Page 61 INFO se this function to check the day, month, and year. CALENDAR Dates programmed in SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER will appear blinking and special event message will be displayed. Calendar CURSOR ,JAN 1997 • _ENUl_dM Exrr Press CURSOR • or • to change the month. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR .4 to return to previous menu.
- Page 62 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI COLOR TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Make sure the TV set is turned OFF when cleaning the screen. 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 63 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 64 If there is still no power, unplug the power cord from the wall. 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 Color Television.
- Page 65 USEFUL INFO Features: • ULTRA BLACK INVAR MASK (36UX58B only) • Superfine Picture Quality 700 Line Horizontal Resolution • Ultra Black CRT (32FX48B only) • Remote Transmitter (Controls many VCR, cable box, and satellite brands.) • P-in-P Functions • ULTRATEC BIT-MAP OSD •...
- Page 66 Inc. 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 you with convenient and expedient assistance.
- Page 67 NOTES...
- Page 68 HITACHI QR25372...