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 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 

 

 

This LCD TV has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards, but like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are 

to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. 

Before using this product, please read and understand the Safety Instructions thoroughly to ensure correct usage, and follow all the instructions. 

 

   About the Symbols

 

 

Various symbols are used in this manual, the user’s manual and on the product itself to ensure correct usage, to prevent danger to the user and others, 

and to prevent property damage. The meanings of these symbols are described below. It is important that you read these descriptions thoroughly and 

fully understand the contents. 

 

   

This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to 

incorrect handling. 

 

This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could result possibly in personal injury or physical damage due to 

incorrect handling.

 

   

 
Typical Symbols

 

 

 

This symbol indicates an additional warning (including cautions). An illustration is provided to clarify the contents. 

 

 

This symbol indicates a prohibited action. The contents will be clearly indicated in an illustration or nearby (the symbol to the left indicates 

that disassembly is prohibited). 

 

 

This symbol indicates a compulsory action. The contents will be clearly indicated in an illustration or nearby (the symbol to the left indicates 

that the power plug should be disconnected from the power outlet). 

 

 

 

 

 

Never use the LCD Television if a problem should occur.

 

Abnormal operations such as smoke, strange odor, no image, no sound, excessive sound, damaged casing, elements, cables, 

penetration of liquids or foreign matter, etc. can cause a fire or electrical shock. 

In such case, immediately turn off the power switch and then disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. After making sure that the 

smoke or odor has stopped, contact your dealer. Never attempt to make repairs yourself because this could be dangerous. 

Do not insert liquids or foreign objects.

 

Penetration of liquids or foreign objects could result in fire or electrical shock. Use special caution in households where children are present. 

If liquids or foreign objects should enter the projector, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet 

and contact your dealer. 

• Do not place the LCD TV in a bathroom. 

• Do not expose the LCD TV to rain or moisture.   

• Do not place flower vases, pots, cups, cosmetics, liquids such as water, etc on or around the LCD TV. 

• Do not place metals, combustibles, etc on or around the LCD TV. 

Never disassemble or modify the LCD Television. 

The LCD TV contains high voltage components. Modification could result in fire or electrical shock. 

• Never remove any fixed cover. 

 

Do not give the LCD Television any shock or impact. 

If the LCD TV should be shocked and/or broken, it could result in an injury, and continued use could result in fire or electrical shock. 

If the glass panel is broken or damaged, immediately turn off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact 

your dealer. 

Do not place the LCD Television on an unstable surface. 

If the LCD TV should be dropped and/or broken, it could result in an injury, and continued use could result in fire or electrical shock. 

• Do not place the monitor on an unstable, slant or vibrant surface such as a wobbly or inclined stand. 

Do not obstruct the ventilation of the LCD Television. 

If the ventilation is obstructed during the operation of the TV or just after switching off the power, it could result in damage and shorten the 

lifespan of your LCD TV due to overheating. Make sure there is ample ventilation. 

• Keep a space of 100mm (10cm) or more between the sides, rear and top of the LCD TV and other objects such as walls. 

• Do not place anything around ventilation openings of the LCD TV.   

• Never block ventilation openings. 

• Do not put the LCD screen side up. 

• Do not cover the LCD TV with a tablecloth, etc. 

• Do not place the LCD TV on a carpet or bedding, or near a curtain. 

Use only the correct power outlet.

 

Incorrect power supply could result in fire or electrical shock. Use only the correct power outlet depending on the indication on the LCD TV 

and the safety standard. 

• The enclosed power cord must be used depending on the power outlet to be used. 

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Summary of Contents for 26HDL52 - LCD Direct View TV

Page 1: ...O SETUP YOUR NEW HITACHI LCD TELEVISION 8 26 HOW TO USE REMOTE CONTROL TO CONTROL YOUR LCD TV 27 30 ON SCREEN DISPLAY 31 37 DTV USAGE 38 42 USEFUL INFORMATION 43 50 Updated 06 15 2007 As an Energy Star Partner Hitachi Ltd has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency ...

Page 2: ...e to this device that are not expressly approved by Hitachi America Ltd Home Electronics Division may void the user s authority to operate the equipment POWER SOURCE THIS LCD TELEVISION IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 120 VOLTS 60Hz AC CURRENT INSERT THE LCD TELEVISION POWER CORD INTO A 120 VOLT 60Hz OUTLET TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THE LCD TELEVISION S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD R...

Page 3: ...e power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use the attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to...

Page 4: ... foreign objects Penetration of liquids or foreign objects could result in fire or electrical shock Use special caution in households where children are present If liquids or foreign objects should enter the projector immediately turn off the power switch disconnect the power plug from the power outlet and contact your dealer Do not place the LCD TV in a bathroom Do not expose the LCD TV to rain o...

Page 5: ...vy objects on the power cord and cables Also do not place a spread cover etc over them because this could result in the inadvertent placing of heavy objects on the concealed power cord or cables Do not pull the power cord and cables When connecting and disconnecting the power cord or cables do it with your hand holding the plug or connector Do not place the cord near the heater Do not touch the po...

Page 6: ...throom or shower room Place where you can trip over it Always vibrating or strongly vibrating places Distorted or unstable places How to view the LCD Television If you use the monitor in too dark a room your eyes may become tired Please use it in a reasonably bright room Avoid direct rays of the sun to the screen in order to prevent eye fatigue Your eyes will get fatigued after viewing the LCD TV ...

Page 7: ...vy objects on the remote control Avoid strong rays Any strong rays such as direct sun rays or room lighting onto the remote control sensors could invalidate the remote control Avoid radio interference Any interfering radiation could cause distorted images or noises Avoid radio generator such as a mobile telephone transceiver etc around the LCD TV Set the sound volume at a suitable level It is bett...

Page 8: ...cing 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 1 Remote Control Unit 2 Power Cord 3 D SUB Mini 15 Pin Cable 4 Audio Video Cable 5 S Video Cables 6 Two AAA size 1 5V batteries 7 User s Guide 8 Easy Graphic Guide 9 Warranty Card CAUTION Ceiling mounting is not recommended Mounting the panel on t...

Page 9: ...tem a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for best performance However if you are located in an exceptionally good signal area that is free from interference and multiple image ghosts an indoor antenna may be sufficient LOCATION Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not fall directly on the picture screen Also be sure that the location selected allows a free flo...

Page 10: ...y this would cause Mura effect on the screen 6 Transportation When the LCD television is transported horizontally the glass panel has the possibility of being broken or increasing the picture defects At the time of transportation horizontal style is prohibited More over please treat the LCD panel with great care because of a precision apparatus Please instruct transporters so that it should be put...

Page 11: ...elevision Phono Connector Provided Used on all standard video and audio cables which connect to inputs and outputs located on the rear jack panel S Video Super Video Connector Provided This connector is used on camcorders VCRs and laserdisc players with an S Video feature in place of the standard video cable to produce a high quality picture Stereo Cable This cable is used to connect from external...

Page 12: ...NS TO REAR PANEL JACKS VHF 75 Ohm antenna CATV Cable TV When using a 75 Ohm coaxial cable system connect the outdoor antenna or CATV coaxial cable to the NTSC TUNER terminal 75 Ohm and or DTV TUNER terminal 75 Ohm English ...

Page 13: ...w ready for remote on off operation Indicating Lamp Power Status Operating Off Off When the MAIN POWER is set OFF Lights Red Off Stand by When the MAIN POWER is set ON and the Front Key or Remote Control POWER is Off Lights Orange Off Power Saving 1 When the MAIN POWER is set ON 2 No signal input no sync signal Analog RGB Only Lights Green On When the POWER is ON REMOTE CONTROL sensor Point your r...

Page 14: ...uttons to adjust the sound level The volume level will be displayed on the TV screen These buttons also serve as the cursor left W and right X buttons when in MENU mode INPUT EXIT button Press this button to select the desired input NTSC DTV VIDEO1 4 Analog RGB or DVI source This button also serves as the EXIT button when in MENU mode MENU SELECT button This button allows you to enter the MENU mak...

Page 15: ...nto a 120VOLTS 60Hz outlet 1 Main power button This power button is for the complete system and must be turned ON OFF manually It is recommended to leave the MAIN POWER to ON condition lights red for stand by mode Note It is required that there should be at least 5sec between Main Power button off then on 1 Main power button AC IN input POWER CORD ...

Page 16: ...By using the VIDEO button of the remote control you can select VIDEO 4 Use the video inputs to connect external devices such as camcorders L MONO R VIDEO 4 Connect audio of external devices if you have mono sound insert the audio cable into the left L audio jack Head Phone Speakers is muted when insert it To control volume press volume button English ...

Page 17: ...ton of the remote control you can select VIDEO3 Use the video inputs to connect external devices such as VCRs camcorders laserdisc players DVD players etc ླྀ L MONO R VIDEO 3 Connect audio of external devices if you have mono sound insert the audio cable into the left L audio jack ཹ ANALOG RGB INPUT Use this 15 pin D Sub input for your external devices with RGB output using the D Sub Mini 15 pin ca...

Page 18: ...emote control you can select VIDEO3 Use the video inputs to connect external devices such as VCRs camcorders laserdisc players DVD players etc L MONO R VIDEO 3 Connect audio of external devices if you have mono sound insert the audio cable into the left L audio jack ANALOG RGB INPUT Use this 15 pin D Sub input for your external devices with RGB output using the D Sub Mini 15 pin cable provided ANA...

Page 19: ... AUDIO DTV NTSC VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 VIDEO4 VIDEO VIDEO3 VIDEO4 S VIDEO ANALOG RGB DVI b For POP PIP mode The monitor output is according to user s selected source the speaker s position The output table should be the same with the above table L MONO R VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 Connect audio of external devices if you have mono sound insert the audio cable into the left L audio jack Y PBPR VIDEO 1 and V...

Page 20: ...Connect the outdoor antenna cable lead in to the terminal marked DTV TUNER on the rear of the TV set 3 Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV 4 Turn on the LCD TV 5 Press DTV on the remote CONNECTING AN ANALOG TV CABLE OR AN ANALOG ANTENNA WITHOUT A TV CABLE BOX 1 Use one of the following two diagrams if you connect to an outdoor antenna A Using a VHF UHF combination outdoor antenn...

Page 21: ...esired using the appropriate cable system 1 Connect the HDTV source device using the appropriate cable pair in the following order of preference Component cable and audio cable Video 1 or Video 2 2 Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV 3 Turn on the LCD TV 4 Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source Component Video YPBPR Video 1 or Video 2 English ...

Page 22: ...ble and Audio cable Video 1 or Video 2 OR S Video cable and Audio cable Video 3 or Video 4 OR Composite Video cable and Audio cable Video 3 or Video 4 2 Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV 3 Turn on the LCD TV 4 Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source Component Video YPBPR S Video or Composite Video VIDEO1 to 4 ...

Page 23: ...r Video 2 OR S Video cable and Audio cable Video 3 or Video 4 OR Composite cable and Audio cable Video 3 or Video 4 2 Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV 3 Turn on the LCD TV 4 Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source Component Video YPBPR S Video or Composite Video VIDEO1 to 4 English ...

Page 24: ...eo cable and Audio cable Video 3 or Video 4 OR Composite cable and Audio cable Video 3 or Video 4 2 Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV 3 Turn on the LCD TV 4 Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source S Video or Composite Video VIDEO3 or VIDEO4 ...

Page 25: ...stereo system 1 Use an audio cable to connect the LCD s audio output jacks to the line input jacks on the A V receiver 2 Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV 3 Turn on the LCD TV 4 Press the MENU to display the menu then press to select Audio 5 Press SEL then press to select subwoofer and press W X to select On Off English ...

Page 26: ...t the PC using D Sub cable and 35mm Audio cable OR DVI cable and 35mm Audio cable 2 Connect all power sources before activating the LCD TV 3 Turn on the LCD TV 4 Press the button corresponding to the appropriate signal source ANALOG RGB INPUT or DVI INPUT ...

Page 27: ...Signal Mode No Signal Name Resolution Vertical Frequency Hz Horizontal Frequency kHz 1 VGA 640 x 480 59 94 31 47 2 VESA 800 x 600 56 25 35 16 3 VESA 800 x 600 60 32 37 88 4 VESA 1024 x 768 60 00 48 36 5 VESA 1280 x 768 60 00 47 73 6 1080i 1080 59 94 33 72 7 720p 720 59 94 44 96 8 480p 480 59 94 31 47 English ...

Page 28: ...put jack COMPONENT Y PBPR Video 1 or Video 2 connections are provided for high performance components such as DVD players and set top boxes Use these connections in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature Your component outputs may be labeled Y B Y and R Y In this case connect the components B Y output to the TV s PB input and the components R Y output to the TV s PR...

Page 29: ...irst press 100 and 0 then press 1 For DTV If you like to choose channel 80 3 please first press 8 and then 0 and then press and 3 4 Return button A Press to return previous TV channel state in standard TV mode B Press to return previous OSD menu when the OSD menu opening 5 RECALL button Press to display source input signal on the display 6 SLEEP button Press to set sleep mode timer There are 30 mi...

Page 30: ...DTV Mode 16 Channel button Press to select the desired channel 17 Freeze buttons Pause the image in DTV Mode 18 INFO button Switch between Viewing mode Channel Banner and Channel Banner with Extended in DTV Mode 19 FAV CH Switch to favorite channel in DTV Mode 20 C C button Press to turn on off TV Closed Caption 21 P Mode button Select picture status they are Dynamic Natural Game and Cinema 22 MTS...

Page 31: ...n multi picture mode set on PIP mode press the button to change sub picture position NOTES For changing TV channel under PIP function 1 One TV source NTSC or DTV in main picture or sub picture Press directly channel number and return buttons on remote control to change the channel 2 NTSC and DTV sources in main picture and sub picture Press recall button to display the audio source info After sele...

Page 32: ...NER DTV TUNER VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 VIDEO4 DVI INPUT ANALOG RGB INPUT NTSC Tuner x x DTV Tuner x x VIDEO1 x x VIDEO2 x x VIDEO3 x x VIDEO4 x x DVI INPUT ANALOG RGB INPUT PIP Mode Main Large picture and Sub Small picture source selection table Sub Small Main Large NTSC TUNER DTV TUNER VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 VIDEO4 DVI INPUT ANALOG RGB INPUT NTSC Tuner DTV Tuner VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 VIDEO4 DVI INPUT AN...

Page 33: ...NTSC TV DTV Video Mode Displays when the NTSC DTV VIDEO1 to 4 are selected PC Mode Displays when the Analog RGB or DVI input is selected NTSC TV DTV Video Mode PC Mode Picture Mode Auto Adjust Contrast Horizontal Position Brightness Vertical Position Color Horizontal Clock Sharpness Clock Phase Tint PC Picture Position Reset Color Temperature Contrast Backlight Brightness Video Reset Color Tempera...

Page 34: ...set Reset all of your display settings back to factory default OK Adjust the bass treble balance SRS WOW and Subwoofer of your sound Audio Function Options Bass Increases and decreases the level of bass 16 to 16 Treble Increases and decreases the level of treble 16 to 16 Balance Adjusts the left and right sound level 16 to 16 SRS WOW Turns SRS WOW function on and off On or Off Subwoofer Turns Subw...

Page 35: ...on on page 35 Channel List Display memorize channel add and delete channels Not available for Video signal See Setting Up The TV Channels on page 35 V Chip Requires a password to be entered to view movies and TV programs with unsuitable ratings for some viewers who share the TV Not available for Video signal See Setting up the V chip on page 34 Set Lock Code Setting and enter a new password Not av...

Page 36: ...nd all ratings below it TV Y TV Y7 TV G TV PG TV 14 TV MA Set Movie Ratings Blocks selected movie rating and all ratings above it NR G PG PG 13 R NC 17 X Ratings Age defined Contents of TV Guidelines TV Y Young children Show Block TV Y7 Children 7 and over Show Block FV TV G General audience Show Block TV PG Parental guidance suggested Show Block V S L D TV 14 Viewers 14 and over Show Block V S L ...

Page 37: ... key to set Closed Caption The sequence is following Caption Text Off SETTING UP THE TV CHANNELS Use the TV Channel Setup feature to set up your channels The Channel Auto Search scans channels 1 to 125 and adds the channels that return a signal You also can use the Channel Edit feature to add and remove channels that fit your preference Use the following steps to set up your TV channels 1 Press NT...

Page 38: ... the channel list 4 Use the buttons to select a channel to add or erase 5 Use the W X buttons to highlight Add or Erase Press the SEL button to add or erase the current channel 6 Press the EXIT button on your remote control to return to your TV display When a viewer attempts to watch a blocked channel this message appears The channel will remain blocked until the correct lock code is enter ...

Page 39: ...play only in manual mode 0 to 100 G Adjusts the green color of the display only in manual mode 0 to 100 B Adjusts the blue color of the display only in manual mode 0 to 100 Reset Puts all of your display settings back to their default OK Adjust treble bass balance SRS WOW and Subwoofer of your sound Audio Function Options Bass Increases and decreases the level of bass 16 to 16 Treble Increases and...

Page 40: ...er View PPV mode FTA signals can be received free by anyone with MPEG 2 ATSC compliant digital terrestrial receiver such as the ZAT series whereas the PPV programs can only be received by paying an access fee to the broadcaster and using a Digital receiver incorporating compatible conditional access system The receiver allows you to watch HDTV EDTV and SDTV digital TV programs HDTV stands for High...

Page 41: ...Shadow L Drop Shadow R Edge Color Default Gray Blue Red Green Cyan Yellow Dark Opacity 0 100 adjustment I Plate Display Time Time Zone Time Format Time Adjustment Caption About HW SW version Lock Enter Password Rating Password Reset Default Before you can use any of the channel buttons CH FAV CH Numbers the available channels must first be scanned and memorized Initial Screen The first time the re...

Page 42: ...signal again or refer to the signal level bar Signal for aligning the direction of the antenna to get the signal 6 When the signal is locked and the receiver is on the channel you can enter into this page to check the signal level 1 On the Channel menu page select the first item EDIT 2 Press and W X buttons to highlight the channel s BLOCK or FAV control column and press SEL to block channel or co...

Page 43: ...atings The locked ratings are indicated by the lock symbol 5 Press and W X buttons and the SEL button to activate the appropriate restrictions for either MPAA rating system or USTV FCC rating system 6 When it is complete even in processing you can press EXIT key to leave this window and enjoy watching DTV programs Caption Function Options Font Size Adjust the font size of Closed Caption Default Sm...

Page 44: ...Closed Caption has selected press EXIT or CC key to cancel the CC Option list then you can watch this Digital TV program with Closed Caption FAVORITE CHANNEL LIST 1 When you are watching terrestrial or cable TV channels you can press FAV button on the remote control to call up the Favorite List 2 Use W and X keys to navigate ALL Fav1 and Res program lists 3 Use and keys to browse through the selec...

Page 45: ...leaners polishes or a chemically treated cloth Do not place rubber or vinyl products or cellophane tape on your LCD Television Avoid repeatedly touching the screen Do not subject the remote control to shocks such as dropping it on the floor etc This may cause physical damage to the precision parts Avoid placing the remote control in a high humidity place or getting it wet Do not leave it on or nea...

Page 46: ...e monitor away from Radio Adjust Radio antennas in order for the monitor not to receive interference The antenna cable of Radio should be kept away from the monitor Use a coaxial cable for antenna You can check if this monitor influences Radio receivers by turning off all other equipment other than the monitor If you find a problem receiving Radio when using the monitor check the instructions ment...

Page 47: ...some channels Picture rolls vertically No color Poor color Your HITACHI Television incorporates advanced power surge protection technology designed to protect against component or circuit damage due to external or internal voltage power surges TROUBLESHOOTING 45 Note A Power Surge can also relate to Power Interruptions or momentary black outs most often noticed when the lights dim or blink in the ...

Page 48: ...ronics Standard Association IBM PC AT and VGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation of the U S A Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc VESA is a trademark of a nonprofit organization Video Electronics Standard Association This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations ...

Page 49: ...different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc may void the user s warranty Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded ...

Page 50: ...pplied Accessories Remote Control Batteries Power Cable User s Guide Easy Graphic Guide Warranty Card D Sub Cable S Video Cable AV Cable Optional Accessories Wallmount INPUTS OUTPUTS Component Y PB PR x 2 RGB Analog Input x 1 DVI Digital Input x 1 Composite Video x 2 S Video x 2 Antenna RF Inputs x 2 NTSC ATSC Audio Input x 5 Audio Output x 1 Video Output x 1 S Video Output x 1 Subwoofer Output x ...

Page 51: ...venient and expedient assistance Our service hotline operator will direct you to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility nearest you Just present proof of purchase and or delivery receipts to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility and service will be rendered in accordance with the terms of the limited warranty as stated on your warranty card or operating guide Should you have any questions regar...

Page 52: ...ssing call 1 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 for a copy Pour de plus amples renseignements sur le service durant la période couverte par la garantie sur le fonctionnement ou pour de l assistance technique communiquez avec Au Canada 1 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 Lundi Vendredi L EST 9 00am 7 00pm Samedi L EST 9 00am 5 00pm La version française de votre manual se trouve á l extérieur de la boîte Si le man...

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