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31KX41K 31DX22B
HITACHI
SOLID STATE COLOR TV
31KX41K 31DX22B
OPERATING GUIDE
Your new HITACHI Color TV incorporates a host of features designed to give you
excellent performance if you 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.
This television receiver will display television closed captioning ( or ) in
accordance with paragra
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TABLE OF CONTENTS USING THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL CABLE BOX FUNCTIONS.................................... 36 TABLE 1. VCR Precoded remote controls for Hitachi GJ III and GJ II Remote CLU-692GR and CLU-681GR................................................................................................................................. 37 TABLE 2. Cable Box Precoded remote controls for Hitachi GJ III and GJ II Remote CLU- 692GR and CLU-681GR .................................................
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television receiver. 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 lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of suff
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. NOTE: Never remove the back cover of the set as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards. If the set does not operate properly, unplug the set and call your dealer or service shop. HITACHI SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI TELEVISION RECEIVER. CAUTION: * Read all of these instructions. * Save these instructions for later
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS shock. 4 Do not allow 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 in a shock or fire hazard. 5 Do not attempt to service this television set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 6 Never push objects of any kind into this television set through cabinet slots a
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 cart 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 la
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS • Never place the set near or over a radiator or heat register. Never place the set in a "built-in" enclosure, unless proper ventilation provided. PROTECTION AND LOCATION OF YOUR SET 16-1 If an 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 respe
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 19 This television set should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your television dealer or local power company. For television sets designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions. 20 If the television set does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, unplug this set television set from the wall outlet an
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BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET 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 used replacement parts specified by 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 set, ask the service tech
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BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET 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. 10
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BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET ANTENNA CONNECTIONS These sets are equipped with one VHF/UHF antenna terminal. The VHF/UHF terminal can be used for normal TV, cable TV (CATV), a TV game, etc. 1. VHF (75 ohm) antenna/CATV When using a 75 ohm coaxial cable system, disconnect the VHF adaptor from the VHF 75 ohm receptacle and connect the outdoor antenna or CATV cable to a VHF 75 ohm receptacle 2. VHF (300-Ohm) antenna/UHF antenna When using a 300-Ohm twin lead from an outdoor antenna, disco
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BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TV SET 2. Consult your dealer or service store for the ANT. MIXER of VHF adaptor. 3. The special converter (decoder) will be supplied by the cable company. 12
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HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS HOOK-UP CABLES AND CONNECTORS Most video /audio connections between components can be made with shielded video and audio cables that have phono connectors. For best performance, video cables should use 75-ohm coaxial shielded wire. Cables can be purchased from most stores that sell audio/video products. Below are illustrations and names of common connectors. Before purchasing any cables, be sure of the output and input connector types required by the va
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS • The S-Video connection is provided for high performance laser discs, VCR's, etc. that have this feature. Use this connection in place of the standard video connection if your device has this feature. • If your device has only one audio output, connect it to the left audio jack on the TV. • Refer to the operating guide of your other electronic equipment for additional information on connecting your hook-up cables. LOCATION OF CONTROLS Details are described o
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HOW TO SELECT CHANNELS HOW TO SELECT CHANNELS TURNING THE SET ON - POWER BUTTON Push the POWER BUTTON to turn the set ON. (To turn the set OFF, push the POWER BUTTON again.) VOLUME CONTROL - VOLUME CONTROL Push the right side ( : UP ) of the VOLUME BUTTON to make the sound louder, and the left side ( : DOWN ) of the VOLUME BUTTON to make the sound softer. Variation of the volume is displayed in the lower part of the screen by the color bar. (Fig. 1) FUNCTION SELECTION - AV
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HOW TO SELECT CHANNELS Use these audio/video jacks for a "quick" hook-up from a camcorder or VCR to instantly view your favorite show or new recording. (Press the AVX button until VIDEO:2 appears in the top right corner of the TV screen.) See pages 7 and 9. 16
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PICTURE CAUTIONS PICTURE CAUTIONS When using TV games, computers and similar products with your TV, keep the CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS functions at low settings. If a 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
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THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-692GR with P-in-P) 31KX41K THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-692GR with P-in-P) 31KX41K In addition to controlling all the functions 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 secti
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THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-681GR without P-in-P) 31DX22B THE GENIUS REMOTE CONTROL (CLU-681GR without P-in-P) 31DX22B In addition to controlling all the functions 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
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HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T.V. HOW TO USE THE GENIUS REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T.V. 31KX41K CLU-692GR GJ III 31DX22B CLU-681GR GJ II Detailed explanation of the circled numbers on the following pages. HOW TO USE THE REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR T.V. POWER button Press this button to turn the TV set on or off. RECALL button When you want to check the channel being received, or if it has a stereo (ST) or second audio (SA) program, press the "RECALL" button. You can