Hitachi 27CX0B User manual

SOLIDSTATECOLORTV
OPERATING GUIDE
Your new HITACHI COLOR TV incorporates
ahost offeatures designed to give you excel-
lent performance ifyou follow the instructions
in this manual. We recommend that you read
the following instructions and "IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS" notice before turning on your
TV set for the first time.
]-his television receiver will display
television closed captioning ([-_---_or
[_) in accordance with paragraph
15.119 of the FCC rules.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................................... 2
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET ..................................... 5
LOCATION OF CONTROLS ..................................................... 6
HOW TO SELECT CHANNELS ................................................ 8
PICTURE CAUTION .................................................................. 8
THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL
CLU-681GR ........................................................................... 9
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO OPERATE
YOUR TV ............................................................................. 10
SET-UP FUNCTIONS .............................................................. 13
PICTURE FUNCTIONS ........................................................... 21
SOUND FUNCTIONS .............................................................. 22
USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL:
VCR FUNCTIONS ................................................................ Z4
CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS ................................................... 25
CONNECTING EXTERNAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER .................... 27
CONNECTING EXTERNAL VIDEO SOURCES ...................... 28
CONNECTING STEREO VCR OR STEREO VIDEO
DISC PLAYER ..................................................................... 29
ACCESSORIES PART NUMBERS ......................................... 29
TRANSMI'I-rER BATI'ERY INSTALLATION
AND REPLACEMENT .......................................................... 30
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................. 31
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 32
SERVICE HOTLINE ................................................................ 33

IMPORTANT SAFEGUAROS
Follow all warnings and instruchons marked on 1V 5el
ICAUTION "
[DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
The hghtnang flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equdateral trnangle, Is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" wtthm the TV set enclosure
that may be of sufflctent magn_tucle to conshtute
arisk of electric shock to persons.
The exolamatnon point within an equdateral
triangle _s ontended to alert the user to the
presence of tmportant operating and mann-
tenance (servicing) nnstruchons in the literature
accompanying the TV set
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TV SET TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE•
•There are no user serviceable parts nns0dethe TV set.
•Never remove the back cover ofthe TV set, asthis can expose you toa very hughvoltage and other hazards
•If the TV set does not operate properly, unplug the set and call your dealer or servnce shop
WARNING:
•This TV set operates only on AC 120 volts 60 Hz.
•Toprevent fire or shock hazard, connect this TV set to120 VAC 60Hz (house current)
ONLY. Never connect the TV to 50Hz or DIRECT CURRENT POWER SOURCES.
•This TV set is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having
one blade wider than the other).
This plug will fit into the receptacle only one way.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the receptacle, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should still fail to fit, contact a local electrician.
•Toprevent shock hazard do notuse this polarized plug with an extension cord, recep-
tacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted toprevent blade exposure.
• If the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed, unplug the TV set from the recep-
tacle and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
•To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not overload receptacle and extension cords.
•POLARIZED PLUG
•NO GOOD
(_INSTALLATION _)
•ANTENNA
Unless your TV set is connected to a cable TV system or to a centralized antenna
system, a good outdoor color TV antenna is recommended for the best peformance.
However, if you are located in an except=onally good signal area that is free from
interference and multiple image ghosts, the indoor antenna may be sufficient.
•LOCATION
Select an area where sunlight or bright indoor illumination will not falldirectly on the
picture screen. Also, be sure that the location selected allows a free flow of air to
and from the perforated back cover of the TV set.
To prevent damaging the "IV,do not leave the set in a place where the temperature
becomes toohot. Forexample, exposed todirectsunlightor near a heating device, etc.
VIEWING
This "IV set may be viewed from any desired distance. Most viewers prefer adistance
of three to six feet or more, depending on screen size, for maximum eye comfort.
NOTE: Model Number and serial number are indicated on the back cover of the
TV set.
2

HITACHI
SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT
YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION RECEIVER.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION:
* Read all of these instructions.
* Save these instructions for later use.
* Follow all warnings and instructions marked
on the television receiver.
Our reputation has been built on the quality performance and ease of service of HITACHI television receivers.
Safety Is also foremost In our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this folder Illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you.
Please read It carefully end apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television receiver.
Please fill out your warranty registration card at once and mall It to HITACHI. This will enable HITACHi to notify you promptly in the Improbable event that a safety problem
should be discovered in your model of product.
FOR YOURPERSONALSAFETY
1 Thistalevision sat isequipped with a polarized
alternating-current lineplug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plu3]will fit
intothe power outlet only one way. This isa
safety feature. If you are unable to insertthe
i_ugfully intothe outlet, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should stillfail to fit, contact your
alectnoian to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do notdefeat the safety purpose of the
polarizedplug.
2 When the power cord orplug is damaged or
frayed, unplug thistelevision set from thewall
outletand refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
3Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.
4 Do notallow anything to rest on or roll over the
power cord, and do not place the TV where the
power cord is subject to traffic or abuse. This
may result ina shock orfire hazard.
5Do not attempt to service this television set
yourself as opening orremoving covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage orother
hazards. Refer all servicingto qualified service
be_sonnel.
6 Never push obacts of any kind into this tele-
visionset through cab net sots as they may
touchdangerous voltage pointsor shortout
parts that could result m a fire or electric shock.
Never spillliquid of any kind on the television
set.
7If the television set has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged, unplug this
television set from the wall outlet and refer
servicingto qualified service personnel.
8 If liquid has been spilled into thistelevision set,
unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service
to qualified service personnel.
9Do not subject your television set to
impact of any kind. Be particularly careful
not to damage the picture tube surface,
10 Unplugthis television set from the wall
outletbefore cleaning Do notuse liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp
cloth forcleaning
11-1 Do not place this television set on an unstable
cart, stand, or table. The television set may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult,
and serious damage to the appliance, Use only
with a cad or stand recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the television set.
Wall or shelf mounting should follow the
manufacturer's instructions, and should use a
mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.
11-2 An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care, Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cad combination to overturn.
PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET
12 Do not use this television set near water...for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near
a swimming pool, etc.
• Never expose the set to rain orwater. If the set
has been exposed to rain or water, unplug the
sat from the wall outlet and refer to servicing
personnel.
13 Choose a place where light (artificialor sun-
light) does not shine directlyon the screen.
14 Avoid dusty places, since accumulated dust
inside the TV chassis may cause failure of the
set when high humidity persists.
15 The set has slots, or openings in the cabinet for
ventilation purposes, to provide reliable oper-
ation of the receiver, and to protect it from
overheating, These openings must not be
blocked or covered.
•Never cover the slots oropenings withcloth or
othermaterial.
• Never block the bottom ventilation slotsof the
set by placing it ona bed, sofa, rug, etc.
• Never place the set near or over a radiator or
heat register.
•Never place the set ina "built-in" enclosure,
unlessproper ventilationis provided.

PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET
16-1 Ifan Outside antenna is connected to the
television set, be sure the antenna system is
grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built up static
charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical
Code, NFPA No. 70-1975, provides information
with respect to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-
in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
16-2
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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS
grounding conductors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrode, and requirements for the grounding
electrode.
Note to CATV system installer:.
(Only for the television set with CATV
reception)
This reminder Is provided to call the CA'rV
system Installer's attention to Article 820-40
of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close
to the point of cable entry as practical.
An outside antenna system should notbe
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electrical lights orpower circuits,or
where it can fall into suchpower lines or
circuits. When installingan outside antenna
system extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching suchpower lines or crcuts as
contact withthem might be fatal.
For added protection for this television set
during alightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outletand
disconnect the antenna. This willprevent
damage due to lightningand power-line
surges.
OPERATION OF YOUR SET
19 This television set shouldbe operated only
fromthe type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply at yourhome,
consultyour television dealer or local
power company. For television sets
designed to operate from battery power,
refer to the operating instructions.
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21
If the television set does not operate
normally by following the operating
instructions, unplug this television set from
the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.Adjust only
those controls that are covered in the
operating instructions as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore
the television set to normal operation.
When going on a holiday: If your
television set is to remain unused for a
period of time, turn the television set "off"
and unplug it from the wall outlet.
_" - UU IJLI--
IF THE SET DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY
22 If you are unable to restore normal operation by
followingthe detailed procedure in youroper-
ating instructions,do not attempt any further
adjustment. Unplug the set and call yourdealer
or service technician.
23 Whenever the television set is damaged or
fails, or a distinct change in performance
indicates a need for service, unplug the set and
have it checked by a professional service
technician.
24 It is normal for some I'V sets to make occa- _ _ _'
sional snapping or popping sounds, particularly -. II-. \LII-..k .P_,,_
when being turned on or off. If the snapping or /]lb"lll
popping is continuous or frequent, unplug the !_. s-_ '
sot and consult your dealer or service _°_;
technician.
FOR SERVICING AND MODIFICATION
25 Do not use attachments not recommended by
the television set manufacturer as they may
cause hazards.
26 When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has usedreplacement
parts specified by the manufacturer thathave
• same characteristics as the original pert.
Unauthoirizedsubstitutionsmay result infire,
electric shock, orotherhazards.
27 Upon completion of any service or repairs to
thetelevision set, ask the service technician to
perform routine safety checks to determine that
thetelevision isinsate operating condition.

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET
( ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
These sets are equipped with one VHF/UHF antenna terminal. Ihe VHF/UHF terminal carl be used tor normal TV,
cable TV (CATV), a TV game, etc.
1. VHF (75_) antenna/CATV
When using a75 ohmcoaxial cable system, disconnect
the VHF adaptor from the VHF 75 ohm receptacle and
connect the outdoor antenna or CATV cable to aVHF 75
ohm receptacle.
To Outdoor Antenna or CATV Cable
VHF/UHF
75 Ohm ._---'_ _'IIJlW_ _.._ (disconnect)
Coaxial Cable _VHF Adaptor
2. VHF (300_) antenna/UHF antenna
When using a 300 ohm twin lead from an outdoor
antenna, disconnect the (VHF or UHF) indoorantenna
leads from screws of the (VHF or UHF) adaptor, and
connect outdoor (VHF or UHF) antenna leads to these
screws of a (VHF or UHF) adaptor.
VHF/UHF
"_ TO Outdoor VHF
)1_1_( _ or UHF Antenna
(connect)
VHF ADAPTOR
3. When both VHF and UHF antennas are
connected
Attach an opt=onal ANT. MIXER to the TV antenna
terminal, and connect the cables to the ANT. MIXER.
[Rear of TV set[ To Outdoor VHF
Antenna
To UHF Antenna
VHF/UHF _,
Notes
1. If an outdoor antennaJCATV is to be used, discon-
2.
3,
nect the indoor antenna. Do not leave both the
indoor and outdoor antennas/CATV connected at
the same time, since ghosting and poor reception
may result.
Consult your dealer or service store for the ANT.
MIXER or VHF adaptor.
The special converter (decoder) willbe supplied by
the cable company.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
Details are described on the page shown by the number attached to the part name (example: (._)).
FRONT VIEW
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HOW TO OPEN THE DOOR
1. Push letters "PUSH OPEN" on the door.
2. Pull the door toward the front to open it.
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INDOOR CONTROLS
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REAR VIEW
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Audio to Hi-Fi Output Terminals 2_
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VHF/UHF
Input Terminals (_) _
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TOHiF._._i
VIDEO
_VHF/UHF Antenna Terminal
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NOTE: Completely insert the connection cord plugs when |
connecting to rear panel jacks. If you do not, the played Iback picture may be abnormal.

HOW TO SELECT CHANNELS
TURNINGTHESETON -- (_ POWER BUTTON
Push the POWER BUTTON to turn the set ON (To turn the set OFF, push the POWER BU1 ION a_ja,n )
VOLUMECONTROL-- (_ VOLUME BUTTON -_
Push the r,ght s_de (A UP) of the VOLUME BUI-I-ON to make the sound louder,
and the left side (V: DOWN) of the VOLUME BUTTON to make the sound softer.
Variation of the volume =sdisplayed in the lower part of the screen by the color
bar. (Fig. 1)
FUNCTION SELECTION -- (_ AVX BUTTON _)
Every time the AVX BUI-rON ispressed, the setalternates betweenthe "IV mode
and AVX mode. Towatch the TV,set to the TV mode. At this time, the channel
number is displayed at the upper right of the screen. To enjoy a VCR, set to
the VIDEO mode. See page 11.
CHANNEL SELECTION -- (_ CHANNEL BUTTON
VOLUME
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FIG. 1
Channel number
indication \
Channel selection may be performed by pressing either the CHANNEL BUT-
TON UP (&) or DOWN (V). When pressing the right side (A: UP) of the CHAN-
NEL BUTTON, the next higher channel is selected. When pressing the left side
(V: DOWN) of the CHANNEL BUTTON, the next lower channel is selected.
The No. of the channel to which the TV is tuned is displayed in the upper right
of the screen. (Fig. 2) FIG. 2
The channel No, selected is displayed for appox, 8 seconds after changing channels and disappears
automatically.
(When the set is turned ON, the channel No is displayed on the screen for approx. 15 seconds.)
PICTURE CAUTIONS
When using 1-Vgames, computers and sim,lar products wtth your TV, keep the CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS func-
tions at low settings. Ifa fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on the screen for long periods of time at a high CONTRAST
or BRIGHTNESS setting, the image can be permanently imprinted onto the screen. These types of imprints are
not covered by your warranty because they are the result of misuse.
This color television receiver was intended mainly for the private viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and
cable companies and programs from other video sources. Public viewing may require prior authorization from the
broadcaster or owner of the video program.

THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-681GR)
In addition to controlling all the functmons on your Hitachi
Color TV, the new Genius Remote control is designed to
operate different types of VCR's (also abbreviated VTR)
and different types of CATV converters (cable boxes) with
one touch. Basic operation buttons are grouped together in
one area. All other controls are separated from them and
arranged in MULTI-PAGE secttons, with a display that can
be switched to cover any of the three pages. Functions are
arranged and properly categorized into windows, making
operation simple even when multiple functions are to be
controlled.
• To operate your TV, point the Genius remote at the remote sensor of the TV.
• To operate your VCR, point the remote at the remote sensor of the VCR.
• To operate your cable box, point the remote at the remote sensor of the cable box.
GENIUSJUNIOR
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Slide the switch in the direction of the
arrow to select the MULTI-PAGE mode.
(_) Button layout when "TV" is selected•
(_) Button layout for "VCR." (Power button
turns the VCR on or off.)
(_) Button layout for "MENU/CATV."
(Power button turns cable box on or
off.) See pages 11 and 25.
(_) TV EXCLUSIVE BUTTONS
These will always control the TV even
when the Multi-Page select switch is in
the VCR or MENU/CATV position.
® PRECODED BUTTONS
These buttons will control a VCR or a
cable box when the Multi-Page select
switch is in the VCR or MENU/CATV
position.

HOW TO USE THE REMOTE
TO CONTROL YOUR T.V.
POWER button
Press this button to turn tl_e IV suI uf_ u_ utt.
(_) RECALL button
When you want to check the channel bemg recewed, of
if it has a stereo (ST) or second audio (SA) program,
press the "RECALL" button. You can also check the
time, and if the ON TIME or OFF TIME has been set.
(These functions are explained in the MENU - SET UP
section beginning on page 13.)
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Audio selected
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You can also use the "RECALL" button to quickly clear
many of the other on-screen displays.
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L_ MENU, ENTER, CURSOR buttons
All the on-screen display features can be set or adjusted by using thuse buttorl_.
The "MENU" button will start or exit the on-screen display.
The "CURSOR" buttons will highlight functions or adjust different features.
The "ENTER" button will set features to your preference.
(_ CHANNEL SELECTOR buttons
Enter two or three numbers to select channels. Enter a "0" first forchannels 1 to 9. Use the '100' button lor chanrlels
100 and higher.
Channel selection may also be performed by pressing channel up (A) or down (V).
MODE. SEE PAGE 14.
AVX button
The AVX (Auxiliary Vtdeo) button w_llselect between the antenna s_gnaland the two sets of wdeo input jacks each
time the button is pressed.
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VOLUME, MU'TE buttons
Press the "VOLUME" up (A) or down (V) button until you obtain the desired sound Jevel.
To turn the sound off instantly to answer the telephone, etc., press the "MUTE" button. Press the "MU1E" button
again or press the "VOLUME" up (4,) button to restore the sound.
VOLUME
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The word "MUTE" will remain displayed if the CLOSED CAPTION feature is turned off.
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The word "MUTE" will not be displayed if the CLOSED CAPTION feature is on.
IMUTE
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O LAST CHANNEL (LST-CH) button
(Picture without sound)
Use this button to select between the last two channels viewed. (Good for watching two sporting events, etc.)
I NEWS STEREO 31 PBS
ST/SA LST-CH 28
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-SET UP- FUNCTIONS
Press MENU, 1, at)d EN] ER to display 3 of the -SET UP- Functions I here ate a total ol-8- SI- I UP- I-urlctlorls
Use the CURSOR UP or DOWN to scroll through the functions, or use the number buttons to highlight a function. ]he
functions highlighted in purple can be selected by pressing ENTER. To exit the on-screen display, press MENU or
RECALL.
TO S_T
-SL=TUp-
1CLOSEDCAPTION
2 INITIAL=SETTING
3CHANNEL CAPT_
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- SET UP-
6 AUTOMATIC MESSAGE
7 CHILD LOCK
8 VOLUME CORRECTION
the TV again to end the autodemonstration.
•CLOSED CAPTION r_
When CLOSED CAPTION is highlighted m purple, press ENTER to see the following display:
-CLOSe) CAPTION-
1DISPLAY :ON
2 MOOE : CAPTION
3 CHANhEL: 1
PRESS ENTER TO SET
Closed captions are the dzalogue, narration, and/or sound effects of a television program or home video whzch are
displayed on the TV screen. Your local TV program guide denotes these programs as [_
DISPLAY: ON/OFF is to turn the El display on or off.
MODE: CAPTION is for the program you are viewing.
MODE: 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 _ program.
CHANNEL 1 is used for the primary language (usually English).
CHANNEL 2 is sometimes used for a second language (may vary by region).
Use the CURSOR UP or DOWN to highlight the function to change, press ENTER to change the function, and press
MENU to exit.
MUTE isnot set. -....
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• INITIAL SETTING
Select -SET UP- and -INIllAL SEI 11NGS- wher_setting your IV up for the first time. Use the CURSOR UP 1DOWN
or a NUMBER from the remote to highlight the functions desired.
- MBkIU-
I SETUP
2 PICTURE
3 SOUND
PRESS ENTERTO SET
-'-_, -SETUP-
CLOSEOCAPTION
INrrL_L SETTING
CAPTION
-INITIAL SETTING -
IAIR/CABI E
2 AUTOPROGRAM
:3 CHANhEL MEMORY
4 CLOCK SET
° AIR /CABLE
Select this function to change between regular VHF/UHF broadcasting (AIR) and cable TV (CATV1 or CATV2).
Press the CURSOR buttons to highlight the correct AIR/CABLE mode and press MENU to exit.
- INITIAl-SETTING-
I AIR/CABLE
2 AUTOPRCX_AM
13 CHANNELMEMOnY
4 CL.€)CK_T
"--_ _t - AIR/CABLE -
, AIR
CATV 1
CATV 2
PRESS ••TO STr..LECT
Reception channels for each mode are
shown at the right.
Refer to your cable or TV guide for channel
identification standards.
Ifcertain CATV channels are poor or not
possible in the CATV mode, set the -AIR/
CABLE- select to CATV2.
AIR
VHF 2 ~13ch
UHF 14~69ch
RECEPTION BAND
CATV 1 or CATV 2
CATVCHANNEL
VHF 2 ~13
Mid band A -1
A-5-A-1
Super band J -W
Hyper band
W+I ~ W+28
Ultra band
W+29 ~W+84
Indicated
on the screen
2 ~13
14-22
95 -99
23 -36
37 ~ 64
65~125
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• I IIII
• AUTOPROGRAM
This feature will automatically store active IV channels in CHANNEL MEMOHY. I his will allow you to skip over
unused channels when using the CHANNEL UP (A) or DOWN (Y) buttons.
I- INITIAL SETTING
1 AIPJGABLE
2 AUTOPROGRAM
3 CHANNELMEMORY
40LOCK SET
,_-AUTOPRO(_:IAM -
"-_ / ppEss _. T0 BEGIN
CHANNEL 12
NOW AUTOPROGRAM
IS IN PROGRESS
Ifthe MENU button is pressed while the autoprogramming function is engaged, programming will stop.
See CHANNEL MEMORY to add or erase additional channels.
• CHANNEL MEMORY
Use this function after AUTOPROGRAM to add or erase additional channels to the remote control CHANNEL A •
buttons.
-_.%.Y-
2 AUTOPROGRAM / CHANNEL 12
3_M_ORY _ _SE
Add or erase additional channels while still in CHANNEL MEMORY using the CHANNEL k, • buttons or number
buttons and then add or erase using the CURSOR •, I_ buttons.
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• CLOCK SEI
Use the same remote control buttons as shown in plevious examples to display the clock setting, press MENU, 1,
ENTER, 2, ENTER, 4, ENTER.
-CLOCK.SET-
I_IESS ENTER TO SET
CURSOR
©- CLOCK SET -
10:15PM
F_ESS MENU TO START
Once the proper time is set (including AM or PM), press MENU to start.
• CHANNEL CAPTION
Use this feature to give channel names to up to 24 channels for the antenna source (ABC, PAY1, CMDY, etc.).
To display this function, press MENU, 1, ENTER, 3, ENTER.
-CHANNELCAPTION-
-** <CANCF_
PRESSMENUTO END
CURSOR
- CHANNEL CAPTION -
PAYJ (CANCEL)
PRESS MENU TO END
Press the CURSOR A, • to select letters
Press the CURSOR <, • to change position.
Press CHANNEL A, • or the number buttons to select and label additional channels.
Press MENU to exit.
The (_) represents a blank space.
Select CANCEL to erase a CHANNEL CAPTION.
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•PROGRAM LIST
This function allows you to wew which channels are labeled in (.;HANNEL CAP IION _NAME), wh;ch have been added
to CHANNEL MEMORY (SCAN) and which are protected by CHILD LOCK (LOCK). Press MENU, 1, ENTER, 4,
ENTER to view.
CH NAME SCAN LOCK
01 ........
02 C8S ON
O3 SHOW ON ON
04NBC ON
05 PLBY -- ON
Press the CURSOR &, • to view more channels.
Press MENU to exit.
• TIMER SET
This function will automatically turn the TV on or off.
__ -MENU-
,i 1 SETUP
2 PICTURE
3 SOUND
PRESSENTERTO SET
._ -SETUP-
CLO_I) CAPTION
, INITIALS_FTING
!CHANNELCAPTION
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Press 1, ENTER, to select the ON TIMER.
ON TIMER -
TIMER SET ON OFF
MOOE 1SHOT DALLY
CHANNEL 12
ON TII_ -:- AM
[ PRESS ENTI-_ TO SET
j
_ - ONTIMER-
_ q,(_ _ TIMER SET ON OFF
lMOOE • lSPIOT DAILY
CHANNEL. 12
JONTIME 7_AM
PRESSMENUTO START
Press the CURSOR •, • buttons for TIMER SET: ON or OFF and MODE: 1 SHOT (one time only) or MODE. DAILY
(TV will turn on at the same time every day).
Press the number buttons to select the CHANNEL the TV will tune to when the TV automatically turns on.
Press the CURSOR buttons to set the ON TIME.
Press ENTER after each selection. Your choice will appear in "blocked" letters
Press MENU to start.
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Repeat the plevlous steps to select arid set the OFF 1IMER.
-TIME_ SET -
1 ON TIMER
2 OFF Tlkrr.R
_- OFF TIMER-
TI)/ER SET : ON OFF
OfF TILE -:- AM
PRESS BYTER TOSET
OURSOR
-OFFTIMER -
TIMBRSET : 0N OFF
OR:TIME 11:30PM
PRESS MENUTO START
Remember to press ENTER after making selections with the CURSOR buttons.
Press MENU to start.
CAUTION: The OFF TIMER is aone time only operation. Do not try to use your TV as a deterrent when away
from home by using both the ON and OFF TIMERS. The OFF TIMER function will not work until
you reset it and the next ON TIME (when using the DAILY MODE) will leave the TV set turned on
until you press the power button on the TV or remote control to turn it off.
• AUTOMATIC MESSAGE
Use this functionto set up to two personal messages once a day or one time only. Setting the AUTOMATIC
MESSAGE is the same as setting CHANNEL CAPTION and ON TIMER. Press MENU, 1, ENTER, 6, ENTER to get
the AUTOMATIC MESSAGE display. (You can also use the CURSOR ,&, • to "scroll" to AUTOMATIC MESSAGE and
then select the function.)
- AUTOMATICMESSAGE-
1MESSAGE- 1
2MESSAGE- 2
-MESSAGE-1 -
MESSAGESTART AT
-:- AM ©ALLY)
PRESS ENTER TO SET
PRESS MENUTO EXIT
-MESSAGE -I -
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PRESS ENTER TO SET
Use the CURSOR A, • to select a letter or other character.
Use the CURSOR4 , • to change position
The asterisk (_) represents a blank space.
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I -MESSAGE-I-
PRESS ENTER TO SET
[
/ CALL CINOY!
/
_]MESSAGE : ON OFF
/MOOE : 1SHOT DALLY
/TIM_ --:-- AM
PRESS ENTERTO SET
CL_SO_ [
/ CALL C_,IDY!
1
('_ "--)1 -MESSAC_ -1 -
_"-_ /MESSAGE :ON OFF
| MODE : 1 SHOT DALLY
/TIME 11:30PM
IPRESS ENTER TO SET
Press the CURSOR and ENTER buttons to set the functions shown in the same way as you set the OFF TIMER.
Press MENU to start.
FIVE beeps will be heard when the AUTOMATIC MESSAGE is displayed.
Examples: Use this message function to remember to take daily vitamins, or use the 1 SHOT to remember to call
a friend.
CAUTION: Do not leave an AUTOMATIC MESSAGE on the TV screen for more than 48 hours at a time.
Apattern burn may develop and this is not covered by your warranty. The message can be erased
from the TV by pressing RECALL, MUTE, LST-CH, etc.
• CHILD LOCK
This function will block out the picture and sound of the selected channel. Press MENU, 1, ENTER, 7, ENTER to
display CHILD LOCK.
PLBY 05
- CHILD LOCK -
1. CHILD LOCK SET
2. KEY NUMBER CHANGE
PLBY 05
-CHILD LOCK -
ENTI_ KEY NUMBER
PRESS ENTER TO SET
The code to set or cancel CHILD LOCK is a three digit key number. The factory preset key number is 000.
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P'LBY -Ct_LD LOCK -
IPRESS ENTER TO SET
PLBY 05
PI_E88 ENTER TO SET
PLBY 05
|-C_LD LOCK -
| 1. CHILD LOCK CANCEL
I Z KEY _CHANGE
The picture and sound will now be blocked out forthis channel. Repeat the same steps to cancel the CHILD LOCK.
To change the key number, select key number change. Enter the old number (factory preset 000 for first time use),
then enter a new three digit key number you prefer.
If you forget your key number, use the factory code 777 to erase your key number. This will reset the key number back
to the factory preset 000.
• VOLUME CORRECTION
Use this function to reduce the volume level of up to four TV channels that sound loud compared to other TV channels.
Press MENU, 1, ENTER, 8, ENTER to display VOLUME CORRECTION.
SHOW 38
-VOLUME CORRECTION -
CH: _[3 _Z] El
LEVEL: OFF 70% 50%
PRESS ENTER TO SET
SHOW 38
(_) -VOLUME CORRECTION -
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|CH: 38 rT_r-i
ILEVEL: OFF 70_ 50_
LPRESS ENTER TO SET
Press the CURSOR _1, • to select volume level.
Press ENTER to set the votume level.
Press MENU to exit.
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