Hitachi 50VG825 Owners Guide
Hitachi 50VG825 - 50" Rear Projection TV Manual
 |
UPC - 050585128477
View all Hitachi 50VG825 manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
Hitachi 50VG825 manual content summary:
- Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 1
LCD REAR PROJECTION TELEVISION Operating Guide for 50VG825, 55VG825, 60VG825 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 FIRST TIME USE ...4-20 THE REMOTE CONTROL ...21-38 ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ...39-88 LAMP REPLACEMENT ...88-91 USEFUL INFORMATION...92-97 LICENSE AGREEMENT...98 APPENDIXES ...99-100 INDEX ...101 - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 2
Instructions SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT type plug has two blades and a third grounding YOUR HITACHI LCD REAR PROJECTION prong. The wide blade or the third prong are TELEVISION ease of service of HITACHI televisions. replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the power cord from - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 3
does not operate properly, unplug the television and call your authorized dealer or service center. 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 warranty. Public viewing of - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 4
our web site at: www.hitachi.us/tv ³ Remote Control Unit CLU-3851WL (Part No. HL02065). · Two "AA" size, 1.5V batteries (P# FQ00021). » Two IR Mouse cables (P# EY01641). REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 1. Open the battery cover of the remote control by pushing down and sliding - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 5
use, the picture may darken, the color may look unusual, or the lamp "goes out," (burns out). You may hear a "pop" sound when the lamp "goes out." These are common characteristics of the lamp, and should not be considered defective. 2. LCD Rear PTV incorporates an advanced cooling fan system to - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 6
, and the TV Guide On ScreenTM system, to control your cable box and/or VCR. USB Cable This cable is used to connect your digital camera to the Photo Input in the side of the LCD television. HDMI Cable This cable is used to connect your external devices such as Set-Top-Boxes or DVD players equipped - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 7
time use Quick Reference Remote Control Buttons and Functions In addition to controlling all of the functions on your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection TV, the new remote control is designed to operate different types of devices, such as, DVD Players, CBL (Cable Boxes), set-top-boxes, satellite receivers - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 8
it was set when the TV is turned ON. ´ POWER button Press this button to turn the TV on or off. ² SIDE INPUT JACKS (INPUT 5) Use INPUT button and select INPUT 5. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left audio jack. ¶ LEARNING AV NET Sensor Point your equipment's remote control - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 9
CYCLE) COOL DOWN (FOR 6 MINUTES) (TV CAN ACCEPT REMOTE CONTROL AND SIDE BUTTONS) 2. If the LAMP, TEMP, and POWER LED are blinking in the order below, the television is warming up. POWER TEMP LAMP 3. Your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television may appear to be OFF when it is set to input 1 ~ input - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 10
as shown in the following examples: PHOTO INPUT INPUT 5 S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R PHOTO INPUT INPUT 5 S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R USB 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. - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 11
Connections ³ Antenna Input CABLE - CATV (Cable TV) input. AIR - RF antenna input. NOTE: You may ask your local cable company whether DTV services are available. · Audio/Video Inputs 1, 2, 3 and 4 By using the INPUTS button, CURSOR buttons and SELECT button of the remote control you can select - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 12
by the A/V network OR feature. This connection will allow you to control the external components with your LCD Television's remote control in TV mode. The G-LINK connection will enable the TV Guide On ScreenTM recording feature. CableCARD is not installed ¸ CableCARD Slot This slot - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 13
when using the Y-PBPR inputs (see page 41). MACROVISION NOTES: 1. Video signals fed through a VCR may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television. 2. Connecting the television directly to the Audio /Video output of a Set-Top-Box will assure - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 14
placement. ³ The television's internal speakers will act as center speaker (select AUDIO - INTERNAL SPEAKERS - TV AS CENTER). · L U D TV AS CENTER I O R AUDIO TO HI-FI INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 OPTICAL OUT Digital Audio / G-LINK Upgrade Card HDMI INPUT 1 HDMI INPUT 2 CAUTION · - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 15
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 offered as - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 16
(MONO) A L U D TV AS CENTER I O R AUDIO TO HI-FI INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 OPTICAL OUT Digital Audio / G-LINK R LV OUTPUT VCR HDMI INPUT 1 HDMI INPUT 2 CAUTION NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 17
device controls the HDMI interface so proper setup of device user settings determines final video appearance. AIR MONITOR OUT S I V I D E O V I D E O (MONO) (MONO) Y/ VIDEO PB PR (MONO) Y/ VIDEO PB PR (MONO) A L U D TV AS CENTER I O R AUDIO TO HI-FI INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 18
/ G-LINK Upgrade Card HDMI INPUT 1 HDMI INPUT 2 CAUTION R L PR PB Y OUTPUT DVD Player 7. Select CABLE from the INPUTS menu to return to the last channel tuned. NOTE: 1. Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture and sound that is played back - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 19
Setup procedure on pages 76-83. Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set NOTE: 1. The Rear Panel has two IR BLASTER - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 20
First time use Connecting External Video Sources Your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection Television is equipped with a G-LINK feature. This connection is necessary for the TV Guide On ScreenTM system to work with your cable box to receive program listings and to enable VCR recording features. Once you - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 21
work when the LIGHT button is pressed. When the LIGHT button is pressed, the illumination will light for 8 seconds. During the illumination, if the LIGHT button is pressed, the illumination will turn off. CHANGING LIGHTING MODES (Automatic to Manual/Manual to Automatic) 1. Place the Remote Control - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 22
The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ቢ POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 21 for ቢ instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) ባ ቤ ብ ባ MODE Indicator Turns on or blinks to show remote - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 23
The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ቧ ASPECT button Press this button to quickly change the picture format ASPECT ratio. Depending on the input signal format received, the picture format ratio allows you to adjust the images through the following options. 4:3 STANDARD Use - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 24
The Remote Control How to Use the Remote to Control Your TV ቨ DAY/NIGHT button Press this button to toggle between Day and Night picture mode settings. Select Day for day time viewing with more brightness and contrast to compete with room light. Select Night for night time viewing with less - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 25
to Use the Remote to Control Your TV PHOTO INPUT This feature is useful for viewing digital still pictures from your digital camera, USB Drive or memory cards USB drive using the Photo Input in the right side panel of the TV. 1. Press the INPUTS button to cycle through the INPUTS selections until - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 26
sub directory then should be placed on a main directory with a "dcim" file name format. 2. Supported image types are up to 3072 x 2304; JPEG format should conform with DCF Standard (Design rule for Camera File System). 3. This TV set displays only digital pictures from digital cameras which meet DCF - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 27
set when the TV is turned ON. ቴ (-) DASH button Use the (-) DASH button with the CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons to enter Digital Channels that have subchannel numbers indicated by (-) DASH (example 15-1). ት BACKLIGHT button Press this button to light up and illuminate the buttons of the remote control - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 28
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 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 29
EXIT button to enable your chosen channel and return to normal viewing. 12 34 56 78 Main Picture 9 10 11 12 Sub Picture SPLIT MODE PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Split Mode PIP displays the main picture and subpicture evenly on the screen. The Remote Control Main Picture Sub Picture MAIN PICTURE PIP - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 30
The Remote Control Picture-in-Picture (PIP) ባ PAUSE button If you wish to freeze the sub-picture, press the PAUSE 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 - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 31
are removed from the from the remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above. ቢ PRECODED CABLE BOX buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded cable codes. MY CABLE BOX CODE IS: NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the Cable Box for - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 32
from the remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above. MY Satellite RECEIVER/ SET-TOP-BOX CODE IS: NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the Set-TopBox/Satellite Receiver for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Set-TopBox/Satellite - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 33
the batteries are removed from the from the remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above. MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS: NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the DVD Player for operation of the buttons exclusively for the DVD Player. ቢ PRECODED DVD - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 34
are removed from the from the remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above. ቢ PRECODED VCR/PVR Buttons These buttons transmit the chosen precoded VCR/PVR codes. MY VCR/PVR CODE IS: NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the VCR/PVR for - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 35
the batteries are removed from the from the remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as stated above. MY AUDIO COMPONENT CODE IS: NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the VCR/PVR for operation of the buttons exclusively for the VCR/PVR. ቢ PRECODED AUDIO - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 36
How to Use the ENT Button 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's normal mode only and only applies to the DVD, CBL, STB, PVR - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 37
Remote Control Codes The Remote Control VCR BRAND CODE ABS 1972 Admiral 0048, 0209 Adventura 0000 Aiko 0278 Aiwa 0000, 0037, 0307 Akai 0041, 0061, 0106 Alienware 1972 America Action Hitachi 0000, 0041, 0042, 0105 Howard Computers............1972 Hughes Network Systems 0042 iBuy Power 1972 - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 38
Remote Control Codes The Remote Control Jasco 0015, 1263 Harman/Kardon ......0891, 0110, 0189 Hewlett Packard 1181 Hitachi 0228 Integra 0135 JBL 0110 JVC 0074, 1263 KLH 1428 Pictures 0317, 0351 RCA 0056 SSI 0317 Sansui 0325 Schneider 0376 Sony 0010, 0576 Soundesign 0376 Yorx 0376 SET - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 39
the different features on your HITACHI LCD Rear Projection TV. 2. Press the CURSOR buttons to navigate and highlight a different feature of the On-Screen Display menu. Press the SELECT button to select. 3. Press EXIT on the remote control to quickly exit from a menu. This part of the screen shows - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 40
ratings system. Timers Set the Clock Set Sleep Timer Set Day/Night Timer Set Clock Settings. Set Sleep Timer intervals (30 min. intervals, 00:30-3:00). Set Day/Night picture mode settings. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 41
being viewed. If RESET is selected, only the selected input will reset to initial conditions. Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select Picture Mode Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV's performance. 1. Use the - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 42
Auto Movie Mode is turned ON from the VIDEO menu, your Hitachi LCD Rear Projection Television will activate the circuitry for this special feature to improve video performance when watching film based sources. NOTE: 1. When using Progressive Scan Component, HDMI or DVI input (ex. 480p, 740p, 1080i - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 43
Middle Dynamic Off Off On Video Reset Video Settings or Select "Reset" to return the video menu settings on this Input to the original factory settings. Reset Select "Yes" to fix the Video Menu Settings to the original factory Settings on all modes after Power "ON". No Yes Move SEL Return - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 44
will control the left to right balance of the Projection TV internal speakers. SRS Based on the principles of the human hearing system, SRS technology delivers and exciting and realistic 3D Sound experience from just two external speakers (or) the two internal speakers of your HITACHI Television - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 45
speakers only. Select this feature when setting up external speakers from a separate stereo system. The TV's speakers will work as the center speaker. Select this adjust volume so each channel and input has the same average volume level. Loudness This function turns loudness ON or OFF. It will - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 46
OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT with Dolby Digital or PCM decoder capabilities. 1. Use the CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ to highlight the function to be adjusted. 2. Press the CURSOR PAD ̇ or ̈ to adjust the function. 3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select AUDIO to return to the main menu. Audio Treble 50% Bass 50 - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 47
Rear PTV as shown on Page 20. To Setup the TV Guide On Screen System: 1. Press the MENU button. Use the CURSOR PAD ̄ to highlight TV GUIDE ON SCREEN, then press the SELECT button. Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select Screen 2: Enter the ZIP code (USA) or - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 48
Press the SELECT button to continue. Screen 5: Which TV input is the Cable box plugged into? AIR/CABLE: Please see Screen 6. INPUT 1/2: Please see ̄ to highlight your choice, then press the SELECT button to continue. Screen 9: To allow the TV Guide On-Screen system to find the correct code for your - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 49
10: The TV Guide On Screen system will test the code of your Cable box. No TV, Cable or remote buttons should be pressed while performing the automatic test. After the testing process is complete, the setup procedure will continue, see screen 11. Screen 13: Please confirm your initial settings. Use - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 50
button to continue. Screen 19: The TV Guide On Screen system will test the code of your VCR. No TV, VCR or remote buttons turn on your VCR and insert a tape for recording purposes. Press PLAY from the VCR, then press the SELECT button to continue. Screen 21: Please confirm your initial settings - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 51
On-Screen Display TV Guide On Screen Screen 22: Congratulations! The TV Guide On Screen system setup is complete. Press the SELECT button to finalize. Screen 23: The last screen gives tips on using the TV Guide On Screen system. Press the SELECT button to exit the Setup. NOTE: 1. The LCD Rear PTV - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 52
as well as over-the-air programs. It does not support satellite services. 3. The Program Guide lets you directly schedule and control VCR recordings. 4. The TV Guide On Screen representations shown in this Operating Guide are for illustration purposes only. Channels and program availability will - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 53
the Info Box. Info Boxes contain information about a show, Service or Panel Ad, or Help information for a Panel Menu. On-Screen Display Remote Control Functions of the TV Guide On Screen system Button Function ቢ GUIDE - Press to access the TV Guide On Screen system. - Press again to exit the - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 54
Display TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On Screen Icons Icon NAME 1. Progress Bar 2. Info Icon 3. HDTV 4. New 5. CC 6. TV Rating is set to remind but is currently Off (Still in Schedule) until the frequency is changed. - Program reminder is suspended due to a schedule conflict (Still in - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 55
when available. • Use the CHANNEL SELECTOR (Number) buttons to jump to a specific channel. Press the INFO button while the LISTINGS service is highlighted on the Service Bar to display a Help screen. TUNE TO CHANNEL / WATCH NOW: Select to exit the TV Guide On Screen system and tune to the program - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 56
TV Guide On Screen SEARCH: The SEARCH service screen allows you to find programs by the following: • Keyword • Alphabetical Press the SELECT button to display a list of all movies organized by date and time. Press the INFO button while the SEARCH service is highlighted on the Service Bar to display - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 57
the SELECT button to watch a current program or press the MENU button to display the Episode Options menu (see page 55). NOTE: The TV Guide On button to enter it. After entering all necessary letters, highlight DONE and press the SELECT button. GO TO SERVICE BAR: Select to highlight the Service - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 58
: The Record options can be set in the LISTINGS, SEARCH, and SCHEDULE Services. You can also edit record settings for a program in the SCHEDULE Services. There are 3 ways to set a program to record. • Use the RECORD button on the Remote Control. Press the RECORD button to record the program Once - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 59
TV Guide On Screen • Use Manual Recording: 1. From the SERVICE bar, use the CURSOR PAD ̇ or ̈ to highlight the SCHEDULE. Press the MENU button to display the Schedule Options Panel Menu. Recording Conflict: A recording conflict message will appear if: • A program set to record overlaps with part of - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 60
PAD ̇ or ̈ to select YES ( Turns the TV On automatically at the specified reminder time) or NO (Default setting). 3. Use the CURSOR PAD to highlight and enter information in the panel menu fields ( Date, start/end time, channel, input, power on TV, auto tune TV and frequency). 4. Press the SELECT - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 61
Press the SELECT button to tune to the program. SETUP: The SETUP Service screen allows you to modify settings that were entered at initial TV Guide On Screen system setup (see page 47). The 3 settings will be the following: • Change System settings • Change channel display • Change default options - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 62
-Screen instructions. 4. Use the CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ to highlight one of the options, and make any necessary changes, and then press the SELECT button. NOTE: The Tune channel is the channel on which the TV receives a station depending on its type of cable, cable box, or antenna services. • Change the - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 63
CYCLE: The Info Box size rotation when the INFO button is pressed. (No Only, Small Only, Large Only, No and Small, No and Large, Small and Large, and All -default). • AUTO GUIDE: Automatic access into the TV Guide On Screen system when the TV is turned ON (Ondefault and Off). 2. Use the CURSOR PAD - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 64
On-Screen Display TV Guide On Screen IR DEFAULTS IR Defaults lets you modify the channel dialing defaults if your cable box and/or VCR is not changing channels properly. 1. From the SETUP screen, use the CURSOR PAD ̄ to highlight Change Default Options and then press the SELECT button. 2. Use the - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 65
options, run Auto Channel Scan, Check Signal Meter and Set Channel List. 1. Use the CURSOR PAD ̆ or ̄ to highlight the function to be adjusted. 2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD ̈ to select. Video Audio Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select Channel Manager Signal Meter or - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 66
possible in Cable (1) mode, set cable source to Auto Channel Scan Cable Auto Channel Scan Cable Source Air Auto Channel Scan Move SEL Return Start Reset Cable(1) Start Reset Cable (2) by using the CURSOR buttons ̇ or ̈. Channel List This function allows you to review which channels are labeled - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 67
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 time period that you set. The code to enter the Locks feature is a four digit access code number. The factory preset code is 0000. Use the NUMBER buttons to enter - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 68
category that you want to block. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings(Eng) Canadian Ratings( menu or select MOVIE RATING to return to the previous menu. Locks Movie Ratings or Status Not Rated G PG PG-13 R NC-17 X Move SEL Return Motion Picture - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 69
to the previous menu. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings(Eng) Canadian Ratings(Frn) Move SEL Select Locks TV Ratings or Sub Rating Status D L S V FV TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA Move SEL Return TV Parental Guide Ratings Table TV-Y All - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 70
example C8+, all movies and television programs rated C8+ and higher (G, PG, 14+ and 18+) will be blocked automatically. 3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select CANADIAN RATINGS (ENG) to return to the previous menu. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV Ratings Canadian Ratings(Eng - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 71
television programs rated 8 ANS+ and higher will be blocked automatically. 3. Press EXIT to quit the menu or select CANADIAN RATINGS (FRN) to return to the previous menu. Locks Change Access Code Engage Lock Movie Ratings TV a broad audience but contains light or occasional violence that could - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 72
to be adjusted. 2. Press the SELECT button or CURSOR PAD ̈ to select. Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select Timers Set The Clock or Set Sleep Timer -- : -- AM PST 0:00 Set Day/Night Timer Move SEL Set Not Set Set The Clock The Clock must be - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 73
and 3:00. Timers Set The Clock Set Sleep Timer Set Day/Night Timer Move SEL Set -- : -- AM PST 0:00 Not Set Set Day/Night Timer Select this feature to activate and set your TV's DAY/NIGHT PICTURE MODE automatically. 1. Use the CURSOR PAD ̄ to select ACTIVATE. Press SELECT button to set (a check - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 74
PAD ̈ to select. Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select Setup Menu Preference or Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Menu Preference This feature will allow you - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 75
̈ to highlight Yes or No. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start Up Move SEL Set Setup Lamp Power Control or Automatic Power Saving Yes No Select yes to have the TV turn off automatically when a video signal - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 76
or CHANNEL WHEEL to highlight SET AV NET feature. Video Audio TV Guide On Screen Channel Manager Locks Timers Setup Move SEL Select 5. Press the SELECT button to select. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control or Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick Start - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 77
"Other" and proceed to the Learning mode. Brand Name IR Code Set Test Button Hitachi (44/54) 1 (1/12) Learning Mode POWER SOURCE 1 VOL ̆ Move Change IR Code Back Next 11. Use the CURSOR PAD ̇ or ̈ to select the TV Input that connects to the video and audio output of the A/V Receiver - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 78
9 Source 10 Name Back Move Change Name SEL Select Next 19. Confirm all settings, then press the SELECT button to move on to the next SETUP screen. AV Net Setup Wizard : A/V Receiver Setup Brand Name IR Code Set TV Input Monitor Out Optical Out Hitachi (44/54) 3 (3/12) Not Connected - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 79
SETUP screen. AV Net Setup Wizard : Device Settings DVD Settings Brand Name Hitachi (31/77) IR Code Set 1 (1/5) Transmission Test Test Button POWER ̈ CH ̆ Move Back Change Brand Name Next 13. Use the CURSOR PAD ̇ or ̈ to select the TV Input that connects to the video and audio output - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 80
PAD ̇, ̈, ̆ and ̄ to 8. Press and hold the VOL ̆ button of your A/V Receiver remote control while pointing directly highlight NEXT, then press the SELECT button to move on to the next SETUP screen. at the learning AV NET sensor of the LCD TV (located at the lower right corner of the screen) AV - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 81
Change Input SEL Select Next 18. If you would like to label your A/V Receiver Source, use the CURSOR PAD ̇ or ̈ to highlight "Yes", then press the SELECT button Set TV Input Monitor Out Optical Out Other Other Not Connected Not Connected Not Connected Would you like to relabel the Source buttons - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 82
: Custom Settings Select the DVD3 softkey to learn? TV Softkeys POWER ̇̇ ̈̈ MENU ̇̇ ̈ ̈̈ SELECT ̆ ̈ EXIT ̄ ̇ Move SEL Select Back Done 11. Press and hold the ̈ "Play button" of the DVD remote control while pointing directly at the learning AV NET sensor of the LCD TV (located at - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 83
No thanks, I'm done. SEL Select Yes NOTE: 1. After a successful A/V NET setup to a chosen TV Input, the user can access soft key controls by selecting the device in the inputs menu. 2. Each Device and Custom setting only accepts one device at a time. The second device/custom setup will give the - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 84
off. AUTO will turn the display on when Mute/Soft Mute is on. Analog Captions: Set CAPTIONS for Analog programs. This function will help choose and set available mode and channel. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Quick - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 85
and video signals of the chosen input source (CABLE, AIR, INPUT 1-5) to a VCR or other A/V device. Setup Menu Preference Screen Saver Set The Inputs Set AV NET Set Closed Captions Set Monitor Out Upgrades Set Stand-by Mode Move SEL Select TV Tuner Out: Select TV TUNER OUT to output the audio - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 86
YES Input4 Y-PbPr_4 - - - YES Video_4 - YES YES YES Input5 S-Video_5 YES YES YES YES Video_5 - YES YES YES TV TUNER OUT: Available Monitor Out Signals Input Mode Monitor Out (TV Tuner Out) S-Video Video L/R HiFi ANT Digital No Macrovision S-Video YES YES YES YES (Air or Channel ANT - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 87
the TV on. Digital signals often change and this feature will monitor any changes and prepare the television to quickly present a picture. A small amount of electricity is used to continually monitor signals when this feature is selected. Setup Menu Preference Lamp Power Control Set The Inputs Set - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 88
still lit, please contact your authorized service center (see page 97). NOTES: • Contact your Hitachi dealer for a new lamp unit. Using other lamps may cause damage to the TV Set. MODEL# 50VG825 55VG825 60VG825 LAMP TYPE LP700 LP700 LP700 PART# UX21516 UX21516 UX21516 • When replacing the lamp - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 89
Turn off the main power switch and unplug the power cord. 120V Lamp Temp Power 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. Locate the Lamp Compartment on the left side of the LCD TV - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 90
Lamp Replacement 3. Remove the screw securing the lamp cover with a Phillips head screw driver as shown. Remove the lamp cover. SCREW PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW DRIVER LAMP 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 - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 91
. PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW DRIVER LAMP COMPARTMENT NOTE: If power is connected before the Lamp Cover is installed, the power will be off and the Lamp Indicator will flash (see page 9). 7. Plug power cord into AC outlet and turn on the main power switch. 120V Lamp Temp Power NOTE: This product contains - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 92
direct sunlight or heat may cause the screen to permanently warp, resulting in a distorted picture.. Useful Information TROUBLESHOOTING HITACHI LCD Rear Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 93
Service in the Guide. 2) Use the down arrow to select Change Channel Display or change System Settings. 3) Follow the on-screen instructions. What do the color for shows in the Listings and Search screens indicate? Green=Sports; Dark Blue=Children's; Purple=Movies; Teal=Other Show If I have a power - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 94
TV Guide On ScreenTM System Frequently Asked Questions What do the frequencies for Record and Remind mean? • Once-records/reminds the show one time • Daily (manual only)-records/reminds the time, channel, and input the frequency is changed How can I look for a specific show in the Guide? Search lets - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 95
automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, ghosting of the image and weak signals. BLACK SCREEN: When using an antenna, weak signals will display a black screen. It may be necessary to upgrade your antenna. NOTE: The TV set can generate sound distortion in external devices such as - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 96
Features and Specifications 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 • - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 97
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 - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 98
CAREFULLY: This End User License Agreement for HITACHI DTV Software (this "Agreement") is a legal agreement between you ("you" or "your"), in your capacity as the owner of a HITACHI brand digital television (the "DTV"), and HITACHI America, Ltd., Home Electronics Division ("HITACHI"). By using the - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 99
AUTO ASPECT On/Off On On On On On On Appendix C: IMAGE INPUT INPUT TYPE FORMAT ASPECT Inputs 1 & 2 HDMI 480i/480p 16:9 Inputs 1, 2, 3 &5 S-Video3 NTSC 16:9 Inputs 3 & 4 Y-PbPr 480i/480p 16:9 3S-Video = Not available in Input 3 and 4 VIDEO ID 16:9 16:9 16:9 AUTO ASPECT On On On Appendix - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 100
the Remote Control to access the Main Menu screen. THINGS TO CHECK WHEN USING THE CableCARD / CableCARD Services 1. Check that the CableCARD is properly inserted in the CableCARD slot. 2. Remove the CableCARD by pressing the eject button and pull the CableCARD straight out. Video Audio TV Guide On - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 101
Picture-outside-Picture (POP 28 R Remote Control Functions 21-38 Programming Codes 31-38 Installing Batteries 4 S Sharpness 41 Speakers 14 T Timers 72-73 Time 72 Tint 41 Treble 44 Troubleshooting 93-94 TV Guide On Screen 47-64 Troubleshooting 93-94 U Upgrades 87 V Video Settings 41 - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 102
Notes 102 - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 103
Notes 103 - Hitachi 50VG825 | Owners Guide - Page 104
QR64431
-
1 -
2 -
3 -
4 -
5 -
6 -
7 -
8
-
9
-
10
-
11
-
12
-
13
-
14
-
15
-
16
-
17
-
18
-
19
-
20
-
21
-
22
-
23
-
24
-
25
-
26
-
27
-
28
-
29
-
30
-
31
-
32
-
33
-
34
-
35
-
36
-
37
-
38
-
39
-
40
-
41
-
42
-
43
-
44
-
45
-
46
-
47
-
48
-
49
-
50
-
51
-
52
-
53
-
54
-
55
-
56
-
57
-
58
-
59
-
60
-
61
-
62
-
63
-
64
-
65
-
66
-
67
-
68
-
69
-
70
-
71
-
72
-
73
-
74
-
75
-
76
-
77
-
78
-
79
-
80
-
81
-
82
-
83
-
84
-
85
-
86
-
87
-
88
-
89
-
90
-
91
-
92
-
93
-
94
-
95
-
96
-
97
-
98
-
99
-
100
-
101
-
102
-
103
-
104
 |
 |
LCD REAR PROJECTION
TELEVISION
Operating Guide for
50VG825, 55VG825, 60VG825
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
.......................................................................................
2-3
FIRST TIME USE
.......................................................................................................................
4-20
THE REMOTE CONTROL
........................................................................................................
21-38
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
............................................................................................................
39-88
LAMP REPLACEMENT
.............................................................................................................
88-91
USEFUL INFORMATION
..........................................................................................................
92-97
LICENSE AGREEMENT
..................................................................................................................
98
APPENDIXES
..........................................................................................................................
99-100
INDEX
...........................................................................................................................................
101
As an Energy Star
®
Partner,
Hitachi, Ltd. has determined
that this product meets the
Energy Star
®
guidelines for
energy efficiency.