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- Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 1
LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Operating Guide for 42V515 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-19 THE REMOTE CONTROL 20-37 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY...38-65 LAMP REPLACEMENT ...66-69 CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TV & REMOTE CONTROL 70 RECEPTION PROBLEMS ...71 USEFUL INFORMATION / INDEX 72-76 As - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 2
no user serviceable parts inside the television. • Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the television. 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 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 3
. ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 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) Note to the CATV system installer - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 4
of the packing material. REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES ("AA") GUIDE C.C. 1. 2. 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-3842WL (Part No. HL02062) or CLU-3844WL (Part No. HL02064). 2. Two "AA" size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. Open the battery - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 5
wall. VIEWING The major benefit of the HITACHI LCD Rear PTV 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 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 6
picture. 12345 6789 D-SUB MINI 9-Pin Cable This cable is used to connect to the RS232C input located on the rear panel so you can control some of your TV functions from an external home control the TV antenna terminal, and connect the cables to the antenna mixer. Consult your dealer or service store - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 7
top right corner of the TV screen. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack. ቧ IR RECEIVER sensor The screen area acts as the IR receiver (remote sensor). When using the remote control, point it towards the screen for best response. ቨ POWER button Press this button to - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 8
for long lasting performance. 4. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television has an internal lamp that lights up the TV screen. Make sure to turn off the Power when you do not watch the LCD Rear Projection Television for longer lamp life. ቪ TEMP indicator This light is off during normal operation - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 9
INPUT 5 S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R NOTE: 1. Completely insert connection cord plugs when connecting 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 place of the standard video cable. 3. If you have a mono VCR - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 10
PR (MONO) (MONO) (MONO) (MONO) TV AS CENTER ባ ቩቧ RS232C 1 2 345 6 789 ቨ ቢ 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. ANT B can only be displayed as - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 11
highest video quality from the source all the way to your television screen. Use the HDMI input for your external devices such as Set- control systems which are commercially available. Please see your dealer regarding these "non Hitachi" home control systems (see page 65 to activate this input). ቩ TV - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 12
4 INPUT 3 INPUT 2 Y/ VIDEO PB INPUT 1 Y/ VIDEO PB HDMI 1 VIDEO L AUDIO R AUDIO TO HI-FI PR PR (MONO) (MONO) (MONO) (MONO) TV AS CENTER RS232C 1 2 345 6 789 External Digital Component with HDMI output capability HDMI OUT INPUT S-VIDEO V L R OUTPUT S-VIDEO V L R OUTPUT S-VIDEO V L R VCR - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 13
example on page 12). Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections. • TV's PR input. • You may use composite video signal for Input 1~Input 5. • It may be necessary to adjust TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the Y-PBPR inputs. (See page 42 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 14
Match the numbers below to the diagram for speaker placement. ᕃ The television's internal speakers will act as center speaker (select Audio-Internal Speakers-TV as Center see page 49). ᕄ These FRONT left and right speakers are connected to the FRONT output of a separate audio amplifier. ᕅ These REAR - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 15
you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, DVD player, or HDTV Set Top Box 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. The following connection diagrams are - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 16
to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection guide for more information on line input-output connections. 16 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 17
player to the INPUT (S-VIDEO) jack, as shown on the TV set below. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the guide for more information on line input-output connections. 17 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 18
DVD player to the HDMI input as shown on the TV set below. When using a component with DVI output cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal output device controls the HDMI interface so proper set-up of device user settings determines final - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 19
or HDTV set top box to the INPUT (Y) jack, as shown on the TV set below. 2. Connect the cable from the CB/PB OUT or B-Y OUT : 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is played back will be abnormal if the connection is loose. - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 20
THE REMOTE CONTROL THE 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 with one - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 21
ቨ GUIDE ቫ ቪ ቭ ቮ ቯ ቱ C.C. ተ ቲ ታ ታ ቴ ት THE REMOTE CONTROL ቢ POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 20 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) ባ MODE Indicator Turns on or blinks to show remote control - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 22
REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV ቧASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depending on the input signal format received, the picture uneven aging of the phosphors. Phosphors in the lighted area of the picture will age more rapidly than the gray areas. - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 23
ቩ PICTURE-IN-PICTURE button See separate section on pages 27-29 for a description. ቪ MENU button The MENU button will start the On-Screen Display. ቫ GUIDE button [Cable Box (CBL), Satellite Receiver (SAT)/Set-Top-Box (STB) mode only] The use of this button is only applicable when the remote control - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 24
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV ተ INPUTS button When the remote control is in TV mode, press this button to access the INPUTS menu. Use the CURSOR PAD and Input 3 for Video 3. Select to choose Input 4 for Video 4. Select to choose Input 5 for Video 5. THE REMOTE CONTROL 24 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 25
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR LCD REAR PTV ቱ INFO button Press this button when you want to check the channel being received, the picture source, if the channel has stereo (ST) or second audio program (SAP), button again or the EXIT button to return to normal viewing. THE REMOTE CONTROL 25 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 26
64). When the TV power is turned off at a volume level 31 or greater, the volume level will default to 30 when the TV is turned on. However turns highlighted GREEN to WHITE. Ant A 22 FAV Ant A 22 Ant A 22 ቴ (-) DASH button The DASH (-) button can only be used when the remote control is in Set - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 27
THE REMOTE CONTROL PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) Your HITACHI LCD Rear PTV incorporates Two Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Two Tuner feature allows you to view antenna inputs on both the main picture and sub-picture simultaneously, with separate tuning control for each. - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 28
REMOTE CONTROL PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) PIP MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE This feature is only available with a 1080i component input or Digital signal 16x9 Format. To prevent a pattern burn, occasionally move the sub-picture using the CURSOR PAD. Main Picture Sub Picture SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 29
800-555-1212 SPLIT FREEZE Press the PAUSE button to freeze the picture you are currently viewing (only the right sub-picture will freeze). Press the EXIT button to return to normal viewing. Main Picture Sub Picture THE REMOTE CONTROL STROBE FREEZE Press the PAUSE button to freeze three frames of - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 30
CABLE BOX buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes. ባ EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. ባ GUIDE ቢ ባ C.C. ባ ቢ ቢ THE REMOTE CONTROL MY CABLE BOX CODE IS: NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the Cable Box for operation of the buttons exclusively - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 31
buttons These buttons transmit the chosen pre-coded set-topbox/satellite codes. ባ EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. ባ GUIDE ቢ ባ C.C. ባ ቢ ቢ THE REMOTE CONTROL MY SATELLITE RECEIVER/STB CODE IS: NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the set-top-box/satellite receiver - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 32
procedure as stated above. ቢ ባ GUIDE ቢ ቢ PRECODED DVD Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded DVD codes. ባ EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. ባ C.C. ባ ቢ THE REMOTE CONTROL MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS: NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the DVD player for - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 33
VCR/PVR Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR/PVR codes. ባ EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. ቢ ቢ ባ GUIDE ቢ C.C. ባ ቢ ቢ THE REMOTE CONTROL MY VCR/PVR CODE IS: NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the VCR/PVR for operation of the buttons exclusively for - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 34
after performing the above procedures, please consult your Audio equipment operating guide. 3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 35
TV INPUT ACCESS This optional feature allows the user of the remote control to setup it's ENTER (ENT) button to access the specified input of the TV. Setup for this feature is applicable to the remote control (ENT) button on the remote and enter the four digit preset code that matches your device as - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 36
CABLE, SATELLITE, DVD AND AUDIO CODES FOR REMOTE CONTROL THE REMOTE CONTROL VCR BRAND CODE ABS 1972 Admiral 0048, 0209 Adventura 0072 Headquarter 0046 Hewlett Packard 1972 Hitachi 0000, 0041, 0042, 0105 Howard Computers 1972 Hughes Network Systems 0042 iBuy Power 1972 JVC 0067, 0041, - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 37
AND AUDIO CODES FOR REMOTE CONTROL THE REMOTE CONTROL NSC 0063 . 0891, 0110, 0189 Hewlett Packard 1181 Hitachi 0228 Integra 0135 JBL 0110 JVC 0074, 1263 Pictures 0317, 0351 RCA 0056 SSI 0317 Sansui 0325 Schneider 0376 Sony 0010, 0576 Soundesign 0376 Yorx 0376 SET TOP BOX BRAND CODE - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 38
(OSD) 1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the different features on your HITACHI LCD TV. 2. Press the CURSOR PAD to highlight a different feature. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. GUIDE This part of the screen shows which selections are available. Video - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 39
deeper or more pure according to preference. Adjust the percentage of Red, Green and Color according to preference. The AUTO COLOR function automatically monitors and adjusts 4:3 Expanded 4:3 Zoom 1 4:3 Zoom 2 16:9 Standard 16:9 Zoom Choose the picture format aspect ratio. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 39 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 40
Timer Set Event Timer Set Auto Power Off Menu Preference Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set Black Side Panel Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Set AV Control Change Lock access code. Choose to lock channel, video input, and/or front panel. Set specific time to Lock TV. Block various types of movies - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 41
Picture Mode settings. Function Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Color Temperature Black Enhancement Contrast Mode Auto Color Noise Reduction Color Management (Set User Colors) Auto Movie Mode (TV/ EXIT to quit menu or select PICTURE MODE to return to previous menu. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 41 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 42
main menu or select PICTURE MODE to return picture. Brightness Use this function to adjust overall picture brightness. Color Use this function to adjust the level of color in the picture detail in the picture. Color Temperature TINT to obtain optimum picture quality when using the COMPONENT - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 43
it to the Day VIDEO mode. Video Picture Mode Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Color Temperature Move SEL Select Off Low Off ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Color Management Use this function to Off Low Off Video Color Management Set User Colors Magenta Red Yellow Green Cyan Blue Reset Gain 50% 50% - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 44
percentage of Red, Green and Blue according to the user's preference in each picture without degrading picture quality. Set NOISE REDUCTION to OFF if the TV experiences picture turned ON from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi Projection Television will activate the circuitry for this SCREEN DISPLAY 44 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 45
control the left to right balance of the LCD TV internal speakers. Based on the principles of the human hearing system, SRS 3D technology delivers an exciting and realistic 3D Sound experience from just two external speakers or the two internal speakers found in your HITACHI . ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 45 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 46
secondary language, weather report, etc. The sources received will be displayed at the top right edge of the TV. The source you select will be displayed above the sources received. See example below for each selection when frequency sounds when listening at low volume levels. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 46 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 47
ZOOM. For example, it will be useful for centering the picture area at both the top and bottom of the picture with 480i/480P signal. Adjustable range is -10 (video center is toward bottom of screen) to +10 (video center is toward top of screen). Press the CURSOR PAD ̆, ̄, to select menu item. Press - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 48
Manager Select ANTENNA if you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Select Cable if you have cable TV. Chan. Manager Ant. A Ant. B Move SEL Select Chan. Manager Ant. A Channel Source Antenna CURSOR buttons to select highlighted source. Press EXIT to quit the menu. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 48 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 49
CHANNEL MANAGER Auto Channel Scan This feature will automatically store active TV channels in Auto Channel Memory. This will allow you to skip unused channels when using CHANNEL UP (̆) or AUTO CHANNEL SCAN. See CHANNEL MANAGER - SCAN to add or to bypass additional channels. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 49 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 50
CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ to review more channels. Press EXIT to quit the menu. Scan Use this feature after Auto Channel Scan is completed to add (On) or skip (Off) additional channels to the remote control channel ̆ or ̄ buttons. feature cannot be selected or set in Channel List. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 50 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 51
CHANNEL MANAGER Channel ID This section contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. Use this feature to give up to 20 channels a name when ANTENNA both antenna inputs will be the same. 2. CHANNEL ID will not be displayed when PIP is ON. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 51 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 52
types of television programming based on a parental guide ratings will be blocked. Picture-in-Picture will also be blocked automatically (see page 54). Use CANADIAN RATINGS to block various types of movies and television programs based on the two rating systems used in Canada that you feel may be - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 53
Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV return to the previous menu. Motion Picture Ratings Chart G PG PG-13 TV will not block it. 2. Blocking "NOT RATED (NR)" programs may block emergency programming, sports, news, public service announcements, religious programs and weather. ON-SCREEN - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 54
. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select TV RATINGS to return to the previous menu. TV Parental Guide Ratings Chart N/A TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA FV V S L D None. All children. The themes and elements in this program are specifically designed for a very young audience, including children - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 55
of movie and television program in Canada that (Eng) you feel might be inappropriate in its content. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian graphic language and explicit portrayals of nudity and/or sex. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 55 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 56
be inappropriate in its content. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock TV Time Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings (Eng) Canadian Ratings (Frn - Programming intended for a broad audience but contains light or occasional violence that could disturb young children. Viewing SCREEN DISPLAY 56 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 57
Set The Clock Set Sleep Timer Set Day/Night Timer Set Event Timer Set Auto Power Off Move SEL Return Set The Clock The Clock must be adjusted before you can Saving Correction" is checked "", the TV will automatically calculate the clock adjustment for Daylight Saving. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 57 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 58
Timer Select this feature to activate and set your TV's Day/Night Picture Mode automatically. Timers Set The Clock Set Sleep Timer Set Day/Night Timer Set Event Timer Set Auto Power Off Move SEL Select Timers Set Day/Night Timer to select Day Mode Off and to set it's timer. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 58 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 59
Timer for more than three hours if you do not plan to control your television with the remote control. CAUTION: Do not use your TV as a deterrent when away from home by using the On and Off Timers. For safety, the TV should be turned off when you are away from home. 59 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 60
Set Auto Power Off Move SEL Select Timers Set Auto Power Off Automatic Power Saving Yes No Select yes to have the TV turn off Automatically and it is 1 minute before the TV turns off automatically, the "OFF 0:01" icon will be displayed. 4. The Auto Power OFF feature will be cancelled when an - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 61
your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ on the remote to highlight the function desired. Video Audio Aspect Chan. Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Sel Setup Menu Preference Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set Black Side Panel Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Set AV Control Move - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 62
retention" to the LCD Rear PTV. Use the SCREEN SAVER feature to avoid any temporary image retention. Moving picture will clear up any temporary image retention. Setup Menu Preference Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set Black Side Panel Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Set AV Control Move SEL Return - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 63
Setup Menu Preference Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set Black Side Panel Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Set AV Control Move SEL Select Setup is now reset and will turn on your TV as described above. 2. When using Remote mode, any remote control button will substitute for your video input device - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 64
program or home video which are displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as or . Setup Menu Preference Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set Black Side Panel Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Set AV Control Move SEL Select Setup Set Closed Captions Caption - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 65
Audio Out will not be available (grayed out). Set AV Control This feature will select the AV Control feature. Set this feature if you want to control some of the TV functions from an external home control system. Setup Menu Preference Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set Black Side Panel Set Closed - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 66
LAMP REPLACEMENT LAMP REPLACEMENT Lamp Life The lamp life may vary based on usage of the LCD Rear PTV. Turning on and off frequently may shorten the life of the lamp. Lamp Replacement After extended use, if the TV picture turns dark, the color looks unusual or LAMP INDICATOR light turns on, then it - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 67
LAMP REPLACEMENT 1. Turn off the main power switch and unplug the power cord. 120V FRONT COVER CAUTION: THE LAMP IS VERY HOT AND MAY CAUSE FIRE OR SEVERE BURNS. WAIT AT LEAST 30~45 MINUTES TO ALLOW THE LAMP TO COOL BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH LAMP REMOVAL. 2. Remove the front cover from the TV - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 68
MAY GET BURNED. HANDLE LAMP UNIT REMOVE SCREWS HANDLE 5. Replace with the new lamp. Place the removed lamp into the empty box of the replacement lamp. Do not touch the front glass of the new lamp or its receptacle. This may shorten the life of the lamp and reduce the picture quality. • Push the - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 69
LAMP REPLACEMENT LAMP REPLACEMENT 6. Without installing the lamp cover, the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 8). Be sure to install the lamp cover by re-engaging the two clips and tighten the screws before turning the power on, otherwise it may cause unusual colors. - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 70
screen too often. Do not subject the remote control to shocks such as dropping it on the floor, etc. Physical damage to the precision parts may result. Avoid placing the remote control run down, remote control operation will become erratic or possibly stop altogether. Replace the old batteries - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 71
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 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 72
blurred © © ©©© © Lines or streaks in picture Poor reception on some channels Picture rolls vertically © ©©© © © ©©© © © © No color © © ©©© © Poor color © © ©©© ©© Dark Picture ©© © HITACHI Liquid Crystal Display incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 73
USEFUL INFO Features: • Superfine Picture Quality 1280 Line Horizontal Resolution • Remote (Controls many PVR/VCR brands, cable boxes, satellite boxes, and other audio equipment). • New Easy-to-Use (3-Language) On-Screen Menu • Full Set of Input Jacks, including S-VIDEO • COMPONENT VIDEO: Y- - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 74
a week, 24 hours a day (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 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 75
EST 9:00am - 7:00pm Saturday EST 9:00am - 5:00pm Look for your French Manual on the outside of the box. If the manual is missing, call 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) for a copy. Pour de plus amples renseignements sur le service durant la période couverte par la garantie, sur le fonctionnement ou - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 76
Reduction 44 P Perfect Volume 46 Picture Mode 41 Picture-in-Picture (PIP 27-29 Picture-outside-Picture (POP 27 Power Button 7 Power Indicator 8 R Remote Control Functions 20-37 Programming Codes 36-37 Installing Batteries 4 S Sharpness 42 Speakers 46 Connecting External Speakers 5, 14 - Hitachi 42V515 | Owners Guide - Page 77
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LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION
Operating Guide for
42V515
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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2-3
FIRST TIME USE
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4-19
THE REMOTE CONTROL
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20-37
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
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38-65
LAMP REPLACEMENT
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66-69
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI TV & REMOTE CONTROL
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70
RECEPTION PROBLEMS
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71
USEFUL INFORMATION / INDEX
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72-76
As an E
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Partner, Hitachi, Ltd. has determined that this
product meets the E
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guidelines for energy efficiency.