PROJECTION COLOR TV
53FDX20B
43FDX20B
53SDX20B
43FDX15B
53SDX20BB
OPERATING GUIDE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2-3
FIRST TIME USE
4-18
REMOTE CONTROL
ULTRATEC BIT-MAP
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX
61-66
30-60
19-29
CUSTOMIZE
SETUP
VIDEO
AUDIO
THEATER
SEL
As an
ENERGY STAR® Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this
product meets the
ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT
YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION
Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI televisions.
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.
Please fill out your warranty card 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 product model.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this color television.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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 product's enclosure that may be of a
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 appliance.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TELEVISION TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
NOTE:
· There are no user serviceable parts inside the color television.
· Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the television.
· This television is not intended for use in a computer room.
POWER SOURCE
THIS TELEVISION IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 120 VOLTS 60Hz, AC CURRENT. INSERT THE
POWER CORD INTO A 120 VOLT 60Hz OUTLET.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE COLOR TELEVISION'S (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
NEVER CONNECT THE COLOR TELEVISION TO 50HZ, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN
THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE.
CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the television as this can expose you to very high voltages and other
hazards. If the television does not operate properly, unplug the television and call your authorized dealer or
service center.
NOTE:
This television receiver will display television closed captioning, (
or
), in accordance with
paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.
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 television.
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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read before operating equipment
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer,
or
sold
with
the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution
when
moving
the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15. Televisions
are
designed
to
comply
with
the
recommended safety standards for tilt and stability.
Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front, or top,
of the cabinet which could cause the product to
overturn resulting in product damage and/or personal
injury.
16. Follow instructions for wall, shelf or ceiling mounting as
recommended by the manufacturer.
17. An outdoor antenna should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical
circuits.
18. If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver be
sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built up
static charges. Section 810 of the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information
with respect to proper grounding for the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
connectors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes and requirements
for the grounding electrode.
Note to the CATV system installer: This reminder is
provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to
Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building, as close to the point of cable
entry as practical.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250 PART H)
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND
CLAMP
Do not place any objects on the top of the
television which may fall or cause a child to climb
to retrieve the objects.
Disposal of this product may require specific
instructions pertaining to your resident state. For
disposal or recycling information, please contact
your local authorities or the Electronic Industries
Alliance: www.eiae.org.
PREVENTION OF PATTERN BURN
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. When using the 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.
PUBLIC VIEWING OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL
Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from other sources, may require
prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material.
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ACCESSORIES
1. Remote Control Unit CLU-4322UG (Part No. HL01832).
2. Two "AA" size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit).
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 and pulling the
cover off.
2. Insert two new "AA" size batteries for the remote control. When replacing old batteries, push them towards the springs
and lift them out.
3. Match the batteries to the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment.
4. Replace the cover.
BOTTOM VIEW
Lift up on tab to
remove back cover.
Check to make sure you have the following accessories before disposing of the packing material.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace with the same or equivalent type.
CAUTION: Television stand model SP-43H is designed for use with a 43 inch or smaller television set. Use of a smaller
stand, a non Hitachi recommended stand or a generic stand may result in instability, causing possible injury.
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PART NAME
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ILLUSTRATION
CLU-4322UG
REMOTE CONTROL
HL01832
1.
2.
43" TELEVISION
STAND
SP-43H
(Not included,
order separately)
OPTIONAL
H530047
CUSTOM HITACHI TELEVISION STAND
Excellent for VCR and video-tape storage.
Special features include smoked glass doors
and an adjustable shelf. Available in shark grey.
CLU-4322UG
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV
CAUTION: Magnetic fields, such as those of external speakers, may cause the picture to distort if they are placed too close
to the television. Move the magnetic field source away from the television until there is no picture distortion.
S
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L
R
4' MINIMUM
4' MINIMUM
5'
10'
15'
BEST
HORIZONTAL
VIEWING ANGLE
50
50
20'
20'
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. However, if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and multiple image
ghosts, an 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 set.
To avoid cabinet warping, cabinet color changes, and increased chance of set failure, do not place the TV where temperatures can
become excessively hot, for example, in direct sunlight or near a heating appliance, etc.
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.
The best picture is seen by sitting directly in front of the TV and about 10 to 18 feet from the screen. Picture brightness decreases as
the viewer moves to the left and right of the receiver.
During daylight hours, reflections from outside light may appear on the screen. If so, drapes or screens can be used to reduce the
reflection or the TV can be located in a different section of the room.
If the TV's audio output will be connected to a Hi-Fi system's external speakers, the best audio performance will be obtained by placing
the speakers equidistant from each side of the receiver cabinet and as close as possible to the height of the picture screen center. For
best stereo separation, place the external speakers at least four feet from the side of the TV, place the surround speakers to the side or
behind the viewing area. Differences in room sizes and acoustical environments will require some experimentation with speaker
placement for best performance.
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3'
0'
5'
10'
15'
8
BEST
VERTICAL VIEWING
ANGLE
20'