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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS PROJECTION COLOR TV 61SBX01B 53SBX01B OPERATING GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ...2 SAFETY TIPS ...4 PICTURE CAUTIONS...9 ACCESSORIES ...9 REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT 11 HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV 11 HOOK-UP CABLES AND - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 2
instructions marked on this projection television. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE by Hitachi America, Ltd. Home Electronics Division may void the user's warranty. POWER SOURCE: - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 3
UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. NEVER CONNECT THE TV TO 50Hz, DIRECT CURRENT, OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE. NOTE: This television receiver operate properly, unplug the television and call your authorized dealer or service shop. 3 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 4
TELEVISION CAUTION: • Read all of these instructions. • Save these instructions for later use. • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television. Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI televisions. Safety is also foremost in our - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 5
servicing to qualified service personnel. 6 Never push objects of any kind into this television set through the television cabinet's slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts follow the Wall/Shelf mounting manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting kit approved - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 6
, unplug television from wall outlet and refer to qualified service personnel. 13 Choose a place where light (artificial or respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS. 16-2 Note to CATV system - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 7
televisions designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions. 20 If the television does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, unplug the television from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Adjust only those controls - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 8
the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 27 Upon completion of any service or repairs to the television, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 9
Such "PATTERN BURNS" constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty. • When using Picture-in-Picture function, the sub- 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 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 10
ACCESSORIES CLU-573TSI CLU-574TSI 1. Remote Control Unit CLU-573TSI ( Part No. HL01323) or CLU 574TSI (Part No. HL01324). 2. Two "AA" size, 1.5V batteries (For Remote Control Unit). 10 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 11
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 HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV ANTENNA Unless your TV allows a free flow of air - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 12
HITACHI PROJECTION TV 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 feet from the side of the TV, place the surround speakers to the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 13
. ANTENNA CONNECTIONS TO REAR JACK PANEL VHF (75-Ohm) antenna/CATV (Cable TV) When using a 75-Ohm coaxial cable system, connect the outdoor antenna or the ANT A (75-Ohm) terminal. If you have a second antenna or cable TV system, connect the coaxial cable to the ANT B terminal. To outdoor antenna or - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 14
HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS When both VHF and UHF antennas 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. 14 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 15
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT PANEL CONTROLS FRONT VIEW MENU Button This button allows you to enter the MENU, making it possible to set TV features to your preference without using the remote. INPUT/EXIT button Press this button to select the current antenna source, VIDEO: 1, 2, 3, or alternate antenna - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 16
POWER light You will see a red light when the TV is turned on. AI (Artificial Intelligence) sensor The artificial Intelligence sensor will make automatic picture adjustments depending on the amount of light in the room to give the best picture. (See page 55.) REMOTE CONTROL Sensor Point your remote - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 17
S-INPUT cable in place of the standard video cable. If you have a mono VCR, insert the audio cable into the left channel jack of your TV. 17 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 18
REAR PANEL JACKS REAR PANEL JACKS 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 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 19
connection, the audio can be controlled by the television's main volume and also by an independent volume feature found in the THEATER-WIRELESS SOUND menu. (5) AUDIO TO HI-FI These jacks provide variable audio output to a separate stereo amplifier. With this connection, the audio to the stereo can - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 20
2 when using Y-CB-CR input. When using the Y-CB-CR input jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV's INPUT 2 Left and Right Audio input jacks. Your component outputs may be labeled Y, B-Y, and R-Y. In this case by an independent subwoofer feature found in the THEATER-SUB WOOFER menu. 20 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 21
REAR PANEL JACKS Typical full feature setup. Follow connections that pertain to your personal entertainment system. 21 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 22
TERMINAL CONNECTIONS REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS CONNECT AFTER TURNING THE POWER TO THE TV OFF. Press the Right Speaker red button and insert the positive (+) lead wire into the hole next to the button. Once the wire is in place, pull the red button back to original position and the wire is - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 23
line output. (INPUT 1 in example on page 13.) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connection. You may use VIDEO, S-VIDEO, the Y-CB-CR input jacks, connect your components audio output to the TV's INPUT 2 Left and Right Audio input jacks. Your component outputs - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 24
NOTES: To prevent damage to the speaker and distorted sound, set the volume control of the audio amplifier lower and adjust the sound using the remote control fo the TV set. Do not connect speakers simultaneously to the REAR SPEAKER terminal of the Projection TV and an external amplifier. 24 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 25
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 OUT of the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack on the TV set below. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT of the VCR or the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 26
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES 26 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 27
the VCR or the laserdisc player to the INPUT (VIDEO) jack on the TV set below. 2. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the line output. (INPUT 1 in example on page 13) Refer to your VCR operating guide for more information on line input-output connections. CONNECTING A LASERDISC PLAYER OR DVD - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 28
3. Connect the cable from the CR or R-Y OUT or B-Y of the Laserdisc or the DVD player to the INPUT 2 (CR) jack, as shown on the TV set below. 4. Connect the cable from the AUDIO OUT R of the Laserdisc or DVD player to the INPUT 2 (AUDIO/R) jack. 5. Connect the cable from the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 29
3 STEREO mode. (3) These speakers are connected to a separate audio amplifier. Use the AUDIO TO HI-FI output on the TV. (4) These speakers are connected to the rear speaker 8 Ohm output on the TV. (5) These speakers are controlled by a wireless speaker transmitter. Use the WIRELESS OUT output on the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 30
DOLBY (1) (2) (4) PRO LOGIC (3) (5) (6) Movie theater reproduction, with separate left, center, right, and surround speakers. DOLBY PRO LOGIC* (TV AS CENTER) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Movie theater reproduction, with separate left, center, right, and surround channels, with left and right channels - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 31
on your HITACHI Projection TV, the new remote is designed to operate different types of VCRs, CATV (Cable TV) converters, remote will now control your VCR. (See page 29 for instructions on how to program the remote to control your VCR.) To operate your cable box, point the remote at the remote - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 32
bright. Click here for CLU-573TSI. Click here for CLU-574TSI. (1) POWER Button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off when the remote is in TV mode. (See page 22 for instructions on how to set the remote control to TV mode.) If a SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER is set, it will be displayed when - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 33
AUDIO SYSTEM SET-UP (2) TV button When the TV button is pressed, it will blink, to indicate the remote is in TV mode. (3) VCR button When the VCR button is pressed, it will blink to indicate the remote is in VCR mode. (See page 29) (4) CABLE button When the CABLE button is pressed, it will blink - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 34
Y-CB-CR INPUT 2 source will be displayed as a blank PIP Sub picture.) (13) HELP button Press this button when a menu is displayed to view HELP text, which gives a description of the displayed menu. The HELP text will be displayed every time a MENU is displayed, until this button is pressed again. 34 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 35
AUDIO SYSTEM SET-UP (14) COMMERCIAL SKIP (S.C.) button Press the this button repeatedly to select channel skip time (30-180 seconds) when no menu is displayed and the TV will tune to the last channel viewed when the selected amount of time is up. The user can change stations "SURF" to any station - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 36
which is highlighted indicates what channel is being controlled. (20) These buttons are not used on Remote Control CLU-574TSI. PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) Your HITACHI Projection TV incorporates Dual Tuner technology designed for improved viewing enjoyment. This Dual Tuner feature allows you to view - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 37
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) (1) PIP button Press the PIP button and a sub-picture will appear in one of the three different modes (SINGLE, SPLIT or SURF), depending on the last selection of the PIP mode. To change the PIP mode use the THUMB STICK or and the new selection will appear the next time the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 38
-pictures will be removed from the screen. 3. SURF mode PIP is allowed only when ANT A is selected as the main channel. 4. If PARENTAL CONTROL MOVIE/TV RATINGS setting is ON, PIP SURF mode will be deactivated. (2) SWAP Button If you wish to switch what is being shown on the main picture - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 39
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) NOTES: 1. The SWAP button will only operate when SINGLE PIP mode or SPLIT PIP mode is chosen. 2. The SWAP function will not operate if ANT B input is set as the main channel (ANT B input cannot be displayed as a sub-picture. (3) MOVE button To move the sub-picture to another - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 40
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) SINGLE FREEZE Press the FREEZE button to freeze the picture you are currently viewing. Press this button again or PIP to return to normal viewing. SPLIT FREEZE Press the FREEZE button to freeze the picture you are currently viewing. (Only the left subpicture will freeze). - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 41
PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) THEATER-WIRELESS SOUND mode and use the WIRELESS OUT outputs on the rear panel. (see page 62) Each freeze frame is delayed about 0.1 (1/10) second. The FREEZE function will display blank sub-pictures when the COMPONENT VIDEO: Y-CBCR INPUT 2 source is set as main channel. 41 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 42
flash 3 times if the code was accepted. 5. Aim the remote at the VCR and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your VCR when the correct two digit preset code operating guide. 3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 43
USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the VCR for operation of the buttons exclusively for the VCR. 43 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 44
matched your Cable box as shown on page 34. The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted. 5. Aim the remote at the cable box and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your Cable box when the correct two digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 45
TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. MY CABLE BOX CODE IS NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the Cable Box for operation of the buttons exclusively for the Cable Box. USING THE REMOTE 5. Aim the remote at the Satellite receiver and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 46
operating guide. 3. The remote control will remember the codes you have programmed until the batteries are removed from the remote control. codes. (3) EXCLUSIVE TV buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. MY SATELLITE RECEIVER CODE IS NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the Satellite - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 47
matches your DVD player, as shown on page 34. The indicator light will flash 3 times if the code was accepted. 5. Aim the remote at the DVD player and press the POWER button. The remote will turn off your DVD player when the correct two digit preset code is entered. When this occurs, the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 48
the chosen precoded DVD codes. (3) EXCLUSIVE TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. MY DVD PLAYER CODE IS NOTE: Refer to instruction manual of the DVD player for operation of the buttons exclusively for the DVD player. USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO/VIDEO EQUIPMENT - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 49
after performing the above procedures, please consult your Audio/Video 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 stated - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 50
AV3 Button These buttons allows the remote to control your audio/video equipment TV Buttons These buttons are for operating the TV. MY AUDIO/VIDEO EQUIPMENT CODE IS: AV1 AV2 AV3 NOTE: Refer to instruction manual Emerson Gerrard Gradiente Harmon/Kardon Headquarter Hitachi 50 09 02,47,48 44 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 51
CABLE/SATELLITE, VCR, AUDIO AND DVD CODES (CLU-573TSI and CLU574TSI) Jensen KEC KLH Lloyd Logik Magnavox 02 09,24 30 01 30 15,23,29,31,35 JVC Kenwood Kodak Lloyd's LXI Magnin 02,14,26 02,25,26 23,24 27 24 44 51 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 52
CABLE/SATELLITE, VCR, AUDIO AND DVD CODES (CLU-573TSI and CLU574TSI) Marantz Matsushita Memorex MGN Technology Mitsubishi MTC NEC Noblex Optimus Panasonic Pentax Phillips Pioneer Protec Quarter Quasar Radix RCA Ricoh Samsung Sansui Scott Sharp Shogun Sony Sylvania Tatung Technics Telefunken Toshiba - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 53
01 Magnavox 05 Panasonic 04 Pioneer 03 Sony 02 Yamaha 08 Hitachi 07 Kenwood 04 Mitsubishi 10 Philips 06 RCA (Proscan) 09 ABC Archer Cable Star Citizen Comtronics Dae Ryung Electricord Focus Gemini Goldstar Hitachi Jasco Macom Memorex NSC Panasonic Pioneer Pulsar Realistic Regal - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 54
-573TSI and CLU574TSI) Starcom Starquest Sylvania Texscan Toshiba TV 86 United Artists Universal Viewstar Zentek 37,49,51 BRAND CODES Echostar 04 Hughes 05 Sony 03 Hitachi 01 RCA 02 AMPLIFIER BRAND Aiwa Casio Denon Hitachi Kenwood Magnavox MCS Onkyo Panasonic Pioneer Realistic Sanyo - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 55
03 03 16 03 07,17 02 01,21 02 02 05,18 13 Aiwa Carver DKK Fisher Hitachi Kenwood Magnavox MCS NSM Optimus Philips Proton Quasar Realistic SAE Scott Technics 02 02 05 06 01, Atlanta Starcom 11,12 13,14 06 08 15 13 Hitachi JVC Optimus Pioneer Sony Wards 55 01,02,03,04 05 07 07 09,10,11,12 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 56
features on your HITACHI Projection TV. 2. Press the THUMB STICK to highlight a different feature. 3. Press EXIT on the remote 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. This part of the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 57
ULTRATEC OSD MENU LANGUAGE PLUG & PLAY SIGNAL SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CHANNEL MEMORY CHANNEL LIST CLOCK SET MAGIC FOCUS white. Choose English, French, or Spanish text. Optimum hook up for your system. Select Antenna or Cable TV. First time set up for channel buttons. Channel buttons, add, skip. - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 58
, including Dolby Pro Logic. More precise audio control. Select from three types of audio for wireless output. Adjust Sub-Woofer volume. SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER Set TV to remind you of birthdays, etc.. CALENDAR Check day, month, year, and special events. 58 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 59
the remote to highlight the function desired. NOTE: To see an auto-demonstration of the on-screen displays with HELP text displayed, press and hold the POWER button on the TV set for approximately five seconds. Press the POWER button on the TV again to end the auto-demonstration. MENU LANGUAGE This - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 60
TV or Home Theater System. Simply answer three questions and a graphic will be displayed, showing you the optimum setup for your personalized system. Press THUMB STICK or to highlight the correct answers to all three questions. Press THUMB STICK to display the graphic guide. Press EXIT to quit menu - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 61
and select the correct SIGNAL SOURCE mode. Press EXIT to quit MENU or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu. RECEPTION BAND Reception channels for each mode are shown at the left. Refer to your cable or TV guide for channel identification standards. If certain CATV channels are poor or not - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 62
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 the CHANNEL UP ( ) Use this function after AUTO CHANNEL SET to add or erase additional channels to the remote control CHANNEL or buttons. 62 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 63
SET UP Add or erase additional channels while still in CHANNEL MEMORY using CHANNEL or or the number buttons to change the channel. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu. 63 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 64
added to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN), and which are protected by PARENTAL CONTROL (LOCK). Press THUMB STICK or to review more channels. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu. NOTE: Each touch of THUMB STICK or will display the next eight channels. CLOCK SET The time must be - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 65
SET UP Use THUMB STICK or to set the time, date, and year. Press THUMB STICK or to change position. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu when the CURSOR is in the first position. 65 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 66
. The outputs of the red and blue tubes can be adjusted. When properly aligned, the outputs of all three tubes should be directly over each other to produce the white lines. To simplify convergence, HITACHI incorporates a function called MAGIC FOCUS, which the TV to self-adjust. This process - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 67
CUSTOM This selection contains advanced features which will make TV viewing easier and more enjoyable. CHANNEL ID Use this and the number buttons to label additional channels. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK is in the first position. Select RESET to erase a CHANNEL ID. to return to - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 68
CUSTOM If ANT A and ANT B are in the same SIGNAL SOURCE mode (see page 39), the CHANNEL ID for both antenna inputs will be the same. CHANNEL ID will be displayed only when channel is displayed as main picture. 68 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 69
input to be named. Press THUMB STICK or to select letters. Press THUMB STICK or to change position. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu when the CURSOR is in the first position. (*) represents a blank space. Select RESET to set VIDEO ID to original condition. NOTE - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 70
CUSTOM you can rename. A total of 42 channels can be stored in the FAMILY FAVORITES function. Channel stored with AUTO CHANNEL SET will automatically be stored in FAMILY FAVORITES. To rename the categories, use the THUMB STICK buttons to highlight the category you would like to rename. Use THUMB - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 71
a desired favorite channel. Select a category using THUMB STICK or . Press MENU and the category will be displayed as sub-pictures at the right edge . Use THUMB STICK , , or to highlight a favorite channel and the TV will automatically tune to that channel. Press EXIT to remove FAMILY FAVORITES OSD - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 72
FRONT PANEL LOCK is turned on, all buttons on the front panel will be deactivated, except the POWER button. When TV TIME OUT is turned on, you can set the BEGIN and END times and the TV cannot be viewed during that time period. (Set clock first). Use THUMB STICK or to highlight - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 73
to erase your key number. This will reset the key number back to the factory preset 0000. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to the previous menu. NOTE: 1. If ANT A and ANT B are in the same SIGNAL SOURCE mode (see page 39), when a channel is locked, it is - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 74
). Press THUMB STICK or or CHANNEL ( ) or ( ) or number buttons to set the channel the TV will tune to when it automatically turns on. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu. IF the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the screen below - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 75
after the 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 turn off after three hours. CAUTION: Do not use your TV as a deterrent when away from home by using the ON and OFF TIMERS. For - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 76
or DVD play button on your remote control is pressed. This is convenient when you want to record a movie with your VCR and watch it later. Select OFF to disable this function. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu. NOTES: 1. Once the TV has been turned on using - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 77
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 the function. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu. NOTE: If you do not have sound, make sure MUTE - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 78
Home Theater System. This feature will be displayed every time your TV is turned on, unless you set FIRST TIME TOUR to OFF. After 10 seconds Auto Demo will start automatically. To disable this function, press the MENU button at any time during the tour, and the following screen will appear. Use - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 79
CUSTOM NOTE: 1. When TV set is turned on, the FIRST TIME TOUR will always appear if it is set to ON. 2. To exit during the FIRST TIME TOUR, press the MENU button. 79 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 80
function to be adjusted. Press the THUMB STICK or buttons to adjust the function. Press EXIT to quit menu. NOTE: 1. If CONTRAST is selected, you are adjusting CONTRAST. The additional menu items BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, TINT, and SHARPNESS can be selected and adjusted in the same manner. 2. CONTRAST and - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 81
VIDEO Use this function to adjust the amount of fine detail in the picture. RESET When RESET is selected, press down on THUMB STICK to return video adjustments to factory preset conditions. 81 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 82
VIDEO ADVANCED SETTINGS Your HITACHI Projection TV has an Ultra AI (Artificial Intelligence) function it is ON. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu. ULTRA AI (ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE) When the AI function is on, the TV's internal computer will perform the following: 1. - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 83
for hotter colors with more red, or set to COOL for less intense colors with more blue. Select AUDIO to adjust the TV to your preference and to adjust the function. Press EXIT to quit menu. NOTE: If BASS is selected you are adjusting BASS. The additional menu items TREBLE and BALANCE can be selected - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 84
SAP (second audio program) which may be a secondary language, weather report, etc. The sources received will be displayed at the top center edge of the TV. The source you select will be displayed above the sources received. See example below for each selection when both stereo and second audio are - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 85
picture and audio settings for a true home THEATER experience. THEATER MODES Use this function to choose from automatic picture and audio settings to optimize your TV's performance. 85 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 86
, LOUDNESS-OFF, PERFECT VOLUMEOFF, DYNAMIC BASS-OFF. You can customize each of the above modes (TV, MOVIE, and SPORTS) to your preference to increase viewing performance and pleasure, depending upon the video conditions (SPORTS mode). Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 87
THEATER SURROUND The following surround settings will reproduce the "live" sound you would hear in concert halls, sports stadiums, movie theaters, etc. when you set up your speaker system as shown in the section on audio system setup on pages 20-21. The surround system is most effective with movie - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 88
Use this for normal stereo/mono broadcasts. MATRIX SURROUND Listener is surrounded by many sound sources such as a sporting event. NOTE: Some TV systems do not transmit optimum audio channel separation which can reduce the effectiveness of the MATRIX SURROUND function. HALL SURROUND Resonant sound - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 89
channels produce sound effects that will match the action on the TV screen. For example, Dolby Pro Logic will enhance the effect of a car viewed driving from the left side of the TV screen to the right side. The surround channel (speakers) are placed behind the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 90
use THUMB STICK or to adjust VOLUME. (Adjust balance by adjusting Front L and Front R volume control.) Press EXIT to quit menu or MENU to return to previous menu. NOTE: When in Dolby Surround Mode, the AUDIO-ADVANCED SETTINGS-PERFECT VOLUME feature will automatically be disable to ensure correct - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 91
THEATER CURSOR is in the first position. NOTE: When this function is used or adjusted, the AUDIO SETTINGS functions BASS and TREBLE will be disabled and LOUDNESS will be set to off. 91 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 92
. Press THUMB STICK to select the function. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu. MAIN TV AUDIO When set to MAIN TV AUDIO mode, your wireless speakers will play the same audio program as played on your TV. The volume of your wireless speakers will be controlled by the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 93
THEATER Press THUMB STICK to select volume adjustment bar. Press THUMB STICK or to adjust SUB WOOFER volume. Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to highlight VOLUME, then THUMB STICK to return to previous menu. NOTE: The SUB WOOFER volume will increase or decrease when main volume is adjusted. 93 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 94
INFO INFO This function allows your TV to assist you with your busy day-to-day schedule. . To erase SPECIAL EVENT, select DELETE then press THUMB STICK . Press EXIT to quit menu or THUMB STICK to return to previous menu. If the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the next screen - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 95
INFO appear at the selected time. 2. Each special event message can be a maximum of 20 characters. 3. When the RECALL button is pressed. a special icon appears on the right bottom corner of the screen and indicates a SPECIAL EVENT REMINDER message. Press the RECALL button again to display the - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 96
return to previous menu. If the clock is not set, you can not use this function and the next screen will appear. NOTES: 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 as chosen - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 97
CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR REMOTE CONTROL DO Dust the screen and 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 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 98
PROBLEMS 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 of contrast in the picture. NOTE: The TV set can generate sound distortion in external devices such as - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 99
is "ON" (station (back of broken inter- ness c plugged trouble) TV) lead-in ference control in wire No picture, no sound Sound Picture rolls vertically No color Poor color HITACHI Projection Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 100
and Red Filter Lenses • Artificial Intelligence System • Remote (Controls guide • Full Set of Input Jacks, including S-VIDEO • COMPONENT VIDEO: Y/CB/CR • Closed Caption Decoder • High Resolution Picture-In-Picture with Freeze • Tuned Port Bass Reflex Speakers • Magic Focus (Auto Digital Convergence - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 101
USEFUL INFO Inputs: • Power Input AC 120V, 60Hz • Power Consumption (operating 53SBX01B 161W 61SBX01B 161W • Power Consumption (maximum) 53SBX01B 210W 61SBX01B 210W • Antenna input impedance 75 Ohm • Channel coverage 181 ch. VHF-Band 2 ~ 13 UHF-Band 14 ~ 69 CATV Mid Band A-5 ~ A-1 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 102
USEFUL INFO • Weight (lbs) 320 102 - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 103
to improvements, specifications in this operating guide are subject to change without notice. HITACHI SERVICE HOTLINE To locate an authorized HITACHI service facility in the continental U.S.A. and Canada, DIAL TOLL FREE 7 days a week, 24 hours a day 800 HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) Hitachi America, LTD - Hitachi 61SBX01B | Owners Guide - Page 104
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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PROJECTION COLOR TV
61SBX01B
53SBX01B
OPERATING GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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SAFETY TIPS
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PICTURE CAUTIONS
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ACCESSORIES
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REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR NEW HITACHI PROJECTION TV
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HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS
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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
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FRONT PANEL JACKS AND CONNECTIONS
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REAR PANEL JACKS
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REAR SPEAKER TERMINAL CONNECTIONS
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TIPS ON REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS
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EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES
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CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES
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AUDIO SYSTEM SET-UP
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PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP)
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USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL VCR FUNCTIONS
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USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS
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USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL SATELLITE RECEIVER FUNCTIONS
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USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL DVD FUNCTIONS
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USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL ADDITIONAL AUDIO/VIDEO EQUIPMENT
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CABLE/SATELLITE, VCR, AUDIO AND DVD CODES (CLU-573TSI and CLU-574TSI)
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VCR BRANDS
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DVD BRAND
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CABLE BRAND
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SATELLITE BRAND
CODES
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AMPLIFIER BRAND
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CD BRAND
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TAPE BRAND
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ULTRATEC OSD
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SET UP
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CUSTOM
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AUTO LINK
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VIDEO
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THEATER
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INFO
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CARE OF YOUR HITACHI PROJECTION TV AND YOUR
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REMOTE CONTROL
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RECEPTION PROBLEMS
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USEFUL INFO
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