IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
27AX4B 27AX3B 27AX0B
1HITACHI
SOLID STATE COLOR TV
OPERATING GUIDE
Your new HITACHI COLOR TV incorporates a host of features designed to give you
excellent performance if you follow the instructions in this manual. We recommend that
you read the following instructions and "IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS" notice before
turning on your TV set for the first time.
This television receiver will display television closed captioning (
or
) in
accordance with paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................................................................................................. 3
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET ................................................................................................. 11
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................. 11
LOCATION OF CONTROLS .................................................................................................................. 13
FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS.................................................................................... 14
HOW TO SELECT CHANNELS ............................................................................................................. 15
PICTURE CAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................. 16
THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-692GR with P-in-P) (MODEL 27AX4B) ......................... 17
THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-681GJ without P-in-P) (MODEL 27AX3B)..................... 18
REMOTE CONTROL CLU-264 (MODEL 27AX0B)............................................................................. 19
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T.V. ................................................................. 20
-SET UP- FUNCTIONS (27AX4B, 27AX3B, 27AX0B)......................................................................... 23
-PICTURE- FUNCTIONS (27AX4B, 27AX3B, 27AX0B) ..................................................................... 30
-SOUND- FUNCTIONS (27AX4B, 27AX3B, 27AX0B) ........................................................................ 31
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE FUNCTIONS (27AX4B ONLY) ..................................................................... 33
P IN P BUTTON.................................................................................................................................. 33
USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS (FOR MODELS 27AX4B and
27AX3B) ................................................................................................................................................... 35
USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS (FOR MODELS
27AX4B and 27AX3B)............................................................................................................................. 36
TABLE 1. VCR Precoded remote controls ..................................................................................... 37
TABLE 2. Cable Box Precoded remote controls ........................................................................... 38
EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS................................................................................................................. 39
CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER.......................................................................... 39
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES .................................................................................. 40
CONNECTING MONAURAL AUDIO VCR or VIDEO DISC PLAYER ....................................... 40
CONNECTING STEREO VCR or STEREO VIDEO DISC PLAYER ......................................... 41
ACCESSORIES PART NUMBERS......................................................................................................... 42
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................ 43
RECEPTION PROBLEMS (EXTERNAL TO THE TV) ................................................................. 43
CHECK HERE BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE..................................................................... 43
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................... 45
HITACHI SERVICE HOTLINE .............................................................................................................. 47
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on TV set.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the TV set
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the TV set.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TV SET TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
· There are no user serviceable parts inside the TV set.
· Never remove the back cover of the TV set, as this can expose you to a very high
voltage and other hazards.
· If the TV set does not operate properly, unplug the set and call your dealer or service
shop.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING:
POWER SOURCE:
This TV set operates only on AC 120 volts 60 Hz.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, connect this TV set to 120V AC 60Hz (house current)
ONLY. Never connect the TV to 50 Hz or DIRECT CURRENT POWER SOURCES.
This TV set is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other).
This plug will fit into the receptacle only one way.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the receptacle, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should still fail to fit, contact a local electrician.
To prevent shock hazard do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord,
receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
If the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed, unplug the TV set from the receptacle
and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not overload receptacle and extension cords.
· POLARIZED PLUG
· NO GOOD
INSTALLATION
ANTENNA
Unless your TV set is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna system,
a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for the best performance. However, if
you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and
multiple image ghosts, the indoor antenna may be sufficient.
LOCATION
Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the picture
screen. Also, be sure that the location selected allows a free flow of air to and from the
perforated back cover of the TV set.
To prevent damaging the TV, do not leave the set in a place where the temperature
becomes too hot. For example, exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating device, etc.
VIEWING
This TV set may be viewed from any desired distance. Most viewers prefer a distance of
three to six feet or more, depending on screen size, for maximum eye comfort.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
NOTE: Model number and serial number are indicated on the back cover of the TV set.
HITACHI
SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT
YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION RECEIVER
CAUTION:
* Read all of these instructions.
* Save these instructions for later use.
* Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television receiver.
Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of
HITACHI television receivers.
Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate
these products properly, this folder 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 receiver.
Please fill out your warranty registration card at once and mail it to HITACHI. This will
enable HITACHI to notify you promptly in the improbable event that a safety problem
should be discovered in your model of product.
FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY
1 This television set is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
2 When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed, unplug this television set from the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
3 Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric
shock.