Hitachi 60UX57B Owners Guide

Hitachi 60UX57B Manual

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    PROJECTION COLOR TV 50UX57B 60UX57B OPERATING GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2-4 FIRST TIME USE 5-18 THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO ULTRATEC BIT-MAP ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 19-30 31-58 USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX 59-63
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    operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PROJECTION TELEVISION TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NOTE: • There are no user serviceable parts inside the television. • Model and serial numbers are
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    for later use. • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television. SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TELEVISION Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI televisions. Safety is also foremost in our minds
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    and supporting structure, SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250 PART H) EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS HITACHI Factory Warranty. • When using Picture-in-Picture function, the sub-picture should not be left permanently in one corner of the screen
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    CH HELP FRZ TV/CABLE/SAT LST-CH VCR AUDIO VOL MUTE CH INFO RECALL FAV CH GUIDE MENU EXIT L I G H C.S. T FAV CH REC SVCS SCHED SELECT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 INPUT SLEEP 0 CLU-615MP 1. 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-615MP (Part No. HL00715). 2. Two "AA" size, 1.5V batteries (For
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    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
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    are connected Attach an optional antenna cable mixer to the TV antenna terminal, and connect the cables to the antenna mixer. Consult your dealer or service store for the antenna mixer. To outdoor antenna or CATV cable To second antenna or cable system To outdoor VHF or UHF antenna To UHF
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    set TV features to your preference without using the remote. ባ INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to appears in the top right corner of the TV screen. These buttons also serve as the cursor down to turn the TV on or off. NOTE: Your HITACHI Projection TV will appear to be turned OFF if there
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    light in the room to give the best picture. (See page 50.) ቩ REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your remote at this area when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc. ቪ MAGIC FOCUS Use in the top right corner of the TV screen. If you have mono sound, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack. 9
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    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: MAGIC FOCUS S-VIDEO VIDEO L/MONO R INPUT 3 AUDIO S-INPUT (Optional, see note) INPUT S-VHS V Back of VCR L R OUTPUT OUTPUT
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    VIDEO VIDEO (MONO) (MONO) L L L L L R R R R R AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO INPUT 1 INPUT 2 MONITOR WIRELESS AUDIO OUT OUT TO Hi-Fi ቩ ቢ 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
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    REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Outside antenna or cable TV coaxial cable 2-Way signal splitter ANT A TO CONVERTER ANT B COMPONENT S-VIDEO S-VIDEO Y Cb Cr VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO (MONO) (MONO) L L L L L R R R R R AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO INPUT 1 INPUT 2 MONITOR WIRELESS AUDIO OUT OUT TO Hi-Fi See
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    feature. If your device has only one audio output (mono sound), connect it to the left audio jack on the television. Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up cables. A single VCR can be used for VCR #1 and VCR #2, but note
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    CONNECTIONS CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER To control the audio level of an external audio amplifier with the remote control, connect the system as shown below. (REAR OF TV SET) AUDIO TO HI-FI control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound using the remote control of the TV set. 14
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    you use to connect the VCR, camcorder, laserdisc player, and DVD player 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
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    VCR SS--VVIIDDEEOO1 VIDEO (MONO) L R AUDIO IINNPPUUTT1 TV INPUT TERMINAL HITACHI MODEL or similar model NOTE: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks on page 12.) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections. 16
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    VIDEO COMPONENT Y Cb Cr (MONO) L R AUDIO INPUT 2 TV INPUT 2 TERMINAL R L Y Cb Cr AUDIO VIDEO OUTPUT BACK OF DVD PLAYER NOTE: HITACHI MODEL or similar model Completely insert the connection cord plugs when connecting to rear panel jacks. The picture that is played back will be abnormal if
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    AUDIO SYSTEM SETUP Match the numbers below to the diagrams for speaker placement. (See page 54 for SRS functions.) ቢ The television's internal speakers. ᕄ These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the AUDIO TO HI-FI output on the TV. ᕅ These speakers are controlled by a
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    controlling all the functions on your HITACHI Projection TV, the remote control is designed to operate different TAPE). The remote will now control your audio equipment. (See page 29 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your audio equipment.) INFO RECALL FAV CH GUIDE MENU EXIT
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    MULTI-PAGE WINDOWS POWER TV CABLE SAT PIP SWAP MOVE PIP CH HELP FRZ TV/CABLE/SAT VCR AUDIO SELECT SWITCH When TV/CABLE/SAT is set. POWER REC STOP PAUSE SLOW PROG. TV/VCR TV/CABLE/SAT VCR AUDIO When VCR is set. SELECT SWITCH POWER AMP C D TAPE REC STOP PAUSE TV/CABLE/
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    CH INFO RECALL FAV CH GUIDE MENU EXIT L I G H C.S. T FAV CH REC SVCS SCHED SELECT 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 INPUT SLEEP 0 ቨ ቫ ቭ ተ ቫ ቱ CLU-615MP ᕃ POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 19 for instructions on how to set the
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    HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቦ PICTURE-IN-PICTURE buttons See separate section on page 24 for a description. ቧ PIP CH button Use the PIP CH button to
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    HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV ቭ EXIT button When in MENU mode, this button will exit all On-Screen Displays. ቮ RECALL button when no menu is displayed and the TV will tune to the last channel viewed. The user can change stations "SURF" to any station they wish, and after 90 seconds, tune
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    HITACHI tuning, press the PIP CH button on the remote. The channel display in green color will move ብ ቦ OUTPUT V LR Back of VCR INFO RECALL FAV CH GUIDE MENU EXIT FAV CH L I G H C.S. T REC SVCS SCHED time to remove the sub-picture from the screen. Use the PIP CH button to select between
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    is tuned during this SURF scanning, sub-pictures will be removed from the screen. ባ SWAP button If you wish to switch what is being shown possible to customize the PIP position. To do this, wait until the On-Screen Display disappears (about eight seconds) and then use the CURSOR buttons. SINGLE SURF
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    PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) ብ FREEZE (FRZ) button (With PIP ON) 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
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    power function, the remote will issue the CHANNEL UP function. 5. The MENU button will act as the VCR MENU button for VOL MUTE CH ቢ HITACHI VCRs. ባ 6. The as the VCR record INFO RECALL FAV CH GUIDE MENU EXIT FAV CH L I G H C.S. T ባ button when the remote is in CABLE or SAT mode. REC
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    after performing the above procedures, please consult your cable/satellite box operating guide. 3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the ቤ remote control. After replacing the batteries repeat the entire programming procedure as
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    guide. 3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote you wish to control your receiver or miscellaneous audio equipment, you must follow the remote programming procedure shown above. You may use only the AMP button to program
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    53 Universal . . . .12, 25, 32, 33, 35, 40 Videoway 51 Viewstar 16, 29, 30, 41 Zenith 02, 52, 60 Zentek 57 TAPE BRAND CODE Aiwa 58, 59 Hitachi 47, 48, 49, 50 Jerrold 60, 61 JVC 51 Kenwood 52 Optimus 53 Panasonic 54 Pioneer 53 Scientific Atlanta 62 Sony 55, 56, 58, 59
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    control to quickly exit from a menu. 4. Press HELP on the remote control when a menu is displayed, and text will appear giving a description of that menu. HELP EXIT FAV MENU FAV CH CH This part of the screen shows what selections are available. SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO MENU
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    Set Up Custom Video Audio Theater Info Set Up Custom Video Audio ULTRATEC OSD MENU LANGUAGE PLUG & PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS Choose English, French, or Spanish text. Optimum hook up for your system. Select Antenna or Cable TV. First time
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    your TV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR ̆ or ̄ on the remote to highlight the function desired. MENU Set Up Custom Video Audio Theater Info TO FOCUS TO QUIT EXIT NOTE: To see an auto-demonstration of the on-screen displays with HELP text displayed, press and hold the POWER button on the
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    CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT CURSOR FAV CH WELCOME TO HITACHI S PLUG & PLAY ON SCREEN SET UP GUIDE. AFTER ANSWERING TWO SIMPLE QUESTIONS, THIS SYSTEM WILL SHOW YOU TYPICAL CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR TV, VCR, CABLE OR SATELLITE RECEIVER. (FOR
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    UHF 14 ~ 69ch RECEPTION BAND CATV 1 OR CATV 2 CATV CHANNEL Indicated on VHF 2~13 the screen 2 ~ 13 Mid band A~1 A-5 ~ A-1 14 ~ 22 95 ~ 99 Super band J~W 23 are shown at the left. Refer to your cable or TV guide for channel identification standards. If certain CATV channels are poor or not possible
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    Set Up SET UP AUTO CHANNEL SET This feature will automatically store active TV channels in CHANNEL MEMORY. This will allow you to skip unused channels when using CHANNEL UP (̆) or DOWN (̄). SSeett UUpp Custom Video Audio Theater Info MENU LANGUAGE PLUG & PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET
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    SET UP Set Up CHANNEL MEMORY Use this function after AUTO CHANNEL SET to add or erase additional channels to the remote control CHANNEL ̆ or ̄ buttons. SSeett UUpp Custom Video Audio Theater Info MENU LANGUAGE PLUG & PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK
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    **** ANT A SCAN LOCK ON ON -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT CURSOR Press CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to review more channels. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR ̇ to return to previous menu. NOTE: Each touch of CURSOR ̆ or ̄ will display the next eight
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    PM MAR 12 1999 MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT Use CURSOR ̆ or ̄ to set the time, date, and year. Press CURSOR ̇ or ̈ to change position. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR ̇ to return to previous menu when the CURSOR is in
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    over each other to produce the white lines. To simplify convergence, HITACHI incorporates a function called MAGIC FOCUS, which allows the TV to self from service. If one of the pictures shown below appears on the television screen, press the MAGIC FOCUS button a second time to exit this manual set
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    20 channels a name when ANTENNA signal source is selected and up to 60 channels a name when CATV1 signal source is selected. CURSOR MENU FAV channels. The CHANNEL ID will now appear in the top right corner of the screen. Press EXIT to quit menu or CURSOR ̇ to return to previous menu when
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    channel. Repeat until category has been set with your favorite channels. The channel to be added is displayed in the top right corner of the screen. Enter channel 00 to erase a favorite channel. To rename the categories, use the CURSOR buttons to highlight the category you would like to rename. Use
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    Select a category using CURSOR ̆ or ̄ buttons. Press MENU and the category will be displayed as sub-pictures at the right edge of the screen. This is useful for previewing a category. Use CURSOR ̇, ̈, ̆ or ̄ buttons to highlight a favorite channel and the TV will automatically tune to that channel
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    . 2. When using TV TIME OUT make sure the clock is set (see page 39). 3. When the recall button is pressed, a special icon appears on the screen and indicates that CHILD LOCK is activated. 44
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    the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the screen below will appear. SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO 4 EVENT PROGRAM ON Timer has been activated, the OFF Timer will deactivate. 2. If no remote control button is pressed after ON Timer is activated, the TV will automatically
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    your VCR, laserdisc, or DVD player OFF. This feature 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 play button. However, intended operation is for use with your VCR, laserdisc, or DVD play
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    . C.C. (Closed Caption) is for the program you are viewing. TEXT is for additional information such as news reports or a TV program guide. This information covers the entire screen and viewing the TV program is not possible. TEXT may not be available with every CC program. 1 is used for the primary
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    to OFF. POWER ON POWER HITACHI INTRODUCES YOU TO THE FIRST TIME SETUP FEATURE. SHOWING YOU THE OPTIMUM SETUP GUIDE FOR YOUR PERSONALIZED SYSTEM. ALWAYS the MENU button at any time during the tour, and the following screen will appear. SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO CHANNEL ID. VIDEO
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    VIDEO VIDEO Select VIDEO to adjust picture settings and improve picture quality. VIDEO CURSOR MENU FAV FAV CH CH SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR TINT SHARPNESS RESET ADVANCED SETTINGS 75% 50% 50% 50% CURSOR FAV CH SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO
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    VIDEO ADVANCED SETTINGS VIDEO Your HITACHI Projection TV has an Ultra AI (Artificial Intelligence) function which will automatically adjust picture settings to produce the highest quality picture possible. When AI is
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    AUDIO AUDIO Select AUDIO SETTINGS to adjust the TV to your preference and to improve the sound quality. AUDIO CURSOR MENU FAV FAV CH CH SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO BASS TREBLE BALANCE RESET ADVANCED SETTINGS 72% 50% CURSOR FAV CH SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO BASS
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    AUDIO ADVANCED SETTINGS AUDIO Use ADVANCED SETTINGS to improve the sound performance of your TV, depending on listening conditions. CURSOR SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO BASS TREBLE BALANCE RESET ADVANCED SETTINGS 72% 50% CURSOR FAV CH MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT SET UP CUSTOM
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    THEATER Use this function to choose picture settings for a true home THEATER experience. THEATER THEATER THEATER MODES Use this function to choose from automatic picture settings to optimize your TV's performance. CURSOR MENU FAV FAV CH CH SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO THEATER MODES
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    delivers an exciting and realistic 3D SRS ( G )€ Sound experience from just two speakers (or) the two internal speakers of your HITACHI television. If your HITACHI television is connected to an external audio system, SRS will also create an incredible 3D sound experience from two speakers and even
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    THEATER WIRELESS SOUND THEATER This feature allows you to choose between two possible variable audio outputs for a separate set of wireless speakers or another stereo amplifier. The audio output may be either MAIN TV AUDIO or PIP AUDIO. SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO THEATER MODES SRS
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    the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the next screen will appear. SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO CALENDAR PLEASE SET CLOCK special icon appears on the right bottom side of the screen and indicates a SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER message. Press the RECALL button again to
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    screen will appear. SET UP CUSTOM VIDEO AUDIO THEATER INFO CALENDAR PLEASE SET CLOCK FIRST MENU TO MENU BAR TO QUIT EXIT NOTE: 1. Dates of SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER will appear blinking. Special event message will be displayed only if current date is within the day of Start Reminder Specifications
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    menu or CURSOR ̇ to return to previous menu. NOTE: You can also turn this function ON and OFF by pressing the HELP button on the remote control. 58
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    products or cellophane tape on your television. Do not touch the 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 in a high humidity place or getting it wet. Do not
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    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, a radio. Please separate radio equipment from the TV set to a considerable distance. 60
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    or streaks in picture © ©©© © Poor reception on some channels © ©©© © Picture rolls vertically © © No color © © ©©© © Poor color © © ©©© ©© HITACHI Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due
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    Remote (Controls many VCR brands, cable boxes, satellite boxes, and other audio equipment.) • High Definition On-Screen Display (UltraTEC BIT-MAP) • ON SCREEN PLUG and PLAY guide 190 60UX57B 60 7/16 51 11/16 27 1/16 308 NOTE: Due to improvements, specifications in this operating guide are subject
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    with the terms of the limited warranty as stated on your warranty card or operating guide. Should you have any questions regarding warranty, service, operation, or technical assistance, please contact: Hitachi America, LTD. Home Electronics Division 1855 Dornoch Court San Diego, CA 92173 In Canada
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PROJECTION COLOR TV
50UX57B
60UX57B
OPERATING GUIDE
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
2-4
FIRST TIME USE
5-18
THE GENIUS
REMOTE CONTROL
ULTRATEC BIT-MAP
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
USEFUL INFORMATION INDEX
59-63
31-58
19-30
VIDEO
AUDIO
THEATER
INFO
CUSTOM
SET UP