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LED LCD HDTV
OWNER'S GUIDE
Model:
40C301
40" Class (40.00" Diag.)
Serial No.
CONGRATULATIONS
Thank you for purchasing this Hitachi product.
Please read these instructions carefully.
For additional assistance please call Toll Free 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244)
or visit our website at www.hitachi.us/tv.
Keep this Owner's Guide for future reference.
Record the model name and serial number of your LCD Television for future reference.
This information is located on the back of the television.
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- Page 1 CONGRATULATIONS Thank you for purchasing this Hitachi product. Please read these instructions carefully. For additional assistance please call Toll Free 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244) or visit our website at www.hitachi.us/tv. Keep this Owner’s Guide for future reference. Record the model name and serial number of your LCD Television for future reference.
- Page 2 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 sufficient magnitude to CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC- constitute a risk of electric shock.
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
(in California), the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.ecyclingcentral.com (in the U.S.) or the Electronic Product Stewardship Canada at www.epsc.ca (in Canada). FOR MORE INFORMATION, call 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244) (USA/CANADA). This equipment is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth. - Page 4 (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For questions regarding this declaration, contact: Hitachi America, Ltd. 2420 Fenton Street, Suite 200 Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556 Tel: 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244)
- Page 5 Adjust only those controls that are covered in the instructions, as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hitachi could void the user’s warranty. CONDENSATION Moisture will form in the operating section of the unit if the unit is brought from cool surroundings into a warm room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly.
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Page 6: Child Safety Notice
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Page 7: Safety Precautions
If the unit is placed on a cabinet smaller than the length of the unit, it could result in instability and the unit may tumble over, making a risk of personal, possibly fatal injury. Also, this would seriously damage the product. Accordingly, Hitachi accepts no responsibility or liability for any injuries or property damage resulting from the improper installation. -
Page 8: How To Attach The Stand
How to attach the stand NOTE: • Assure the AC cord is not connected to an AC outlet. • Before beginning this process, make sure that you have a clean, safe, and cushioned space to work at to avoid any damage to the unit. •... -
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Contents Before using your unit IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............3 CHILD SAFETY NOTICE ..................6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................7 How to attach the stand ..................8 How to remove the stand ..................8 Contents ......................... 9 Features ........................ 10 Location of controls ....................11 Remote control ..................... -
Page 10: Features
Features HDTV Unique space saving design in a 40” class TV. Picture Performance • Long Life LED Backlight • Super Clear Anti-Glare Screen Convenience • USB Input (JPEG Photo Viewer, Software Updates) • Sleep Timer (10-240 min) Audio Performance • Dolby® Digital •... -
Page 11: Location Of Controls
Location of controls Front Control Key ∧ ∨ Up: Channel Up / ▲ Down: Channel Down / ▼ Left: Volume - / ◀ Right: Volume + / ▶ Center (Short press): On / Input Center (Long press): Standby Remote sensor Control Keys Power Indicator (Located on... -
Page 12: Remote Control
Remote control POWER Button - Press to turn the TV’s power on/off. INPUT Button - Press to change the TV’s input. COLOR Buttons - Available for use in the Channel List and INPUT Program Guide. The OSD will display guidance for these buttons when they are available. - Page 13 Remote control (continued) HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES 1. Open the battery compartment cover. 2. Install two “AAA” batteries (supplied). 3. Replace the battery compartment cover BATTERY PRECAUTIONS These precautions should be followed when using batteries in this device: • The batteries may last approximately one year depending on how much the remote control is used.
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Page 14: Antenna Connections
Antenna connections If you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna, follow the instructions below that correspond to your antenna system. If you are using a Cable TV service, see Cable TV connections. Combination VHF/UHF Antenna (Single 75 ohm cable) Connect the 75 ohm cable from the combination VHF/UHF 75 ohm Coaxial... -
Page 15: Starting Setup
Starting setup The Setup Wizard appears the first time you turn on the TV, and assists you to specify the Air/Cable setting, and program your channels automatically. IMPORTANT: Make sure that the antenna or cable TV system connection is made. To turn on the TV, press POWER. -
Page 16: Tv Operation
TV operation To turn on the TV, press POWER. (POWER indicator on the front of the unit changes blue. It may take approx.10 seconds for a picture to appear on screen.) Adjust the volume level by pressing VOL (VOLUME) + or – . The volume level will be indicated on the screen by a volume bar. - Page 17 TV operation (continued) To select the Audio/Video input source To view a signal from another device connected to your TV, such as a Blu-ray player, press INPUT, then press ▲ or ▼ to select the desired input, then press SELECT. Press and release CH / .
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Page 18: Quick Guide For Menu Operation
Quick guide for menu operation Example: Select Menu Language. Press INPUT to select TV mode. Press MENU. The TV menu screen will appear. Press ◀ or ▶ to select “Setup”, then press ▼. Press ▲ or ▼ to select “Menu Language”, then press SELECT and select the desired language. -
Page 19: Convenience Functions
Convenience functions You can change the default settings by pressing the MENU button on your remote, then select one of the icons at the top of the menu - follow the On-Screen prompts to set your preferences. Icon Selected Items Setup Hint Video Picture Mode... - Page 20 Convenience functions (continued) Icon Selected Items Setup hint Audio Sound Mode Standard / Music / Movie/ You can choose a basic equalizer mode. Sports Depending on this setting, the EQ settings are set to the pre-defined values of each mode. Custom The setting of this item adjusts the audio level.
- Page 21 Convenience functions (continued) Icon Selected Items Setup hint Time Sleep Timer Sleep Timer switches the TV to standby after a defined period of time. Off / 10 / 20 / 30 / 60 / 90 / To cancel the Sleep Timer, set to “Off”. 120 / 180 / 240 min Daylight Savings If you want to activate Daylight Saving Time,...
- Page 22 Convenience functions (continued) Icon Selected Items Setup hint Setup Menu Language You can choose from three different languages (English, Français (French) and Español (Spanish)) English / French / for the on-screen displays. Spanish Select the language you prefer first, then proceed with the other menu options.
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Page 23: Channels Setup
If you require further assistance you may call our toll- free customer service line at 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244) (USA/CANADA). • New channels may be added to your area periodically, it is recommended to perform the “Auto Channel Scan”... -
Page 24: Labeling Channels
Labeling channels Channel Manager You can select the channel that you want to Channel labels appear with the channel add to favorite. number display each time you turn on the TV, select a channel, or press DISPLAY. Select “Channels” ⇒ “Favorite Channels”, You can choose any 7 characters to then press SELECT. -
Page 25: Setting The Parental Control
Setting the Parental To set the Parental Control Control In the Lock menu, press ▲ or ▼ to select An age limitation can be set to restrict “Parental Control” then press SELECT to children from viewing or hearing violent set to “On”. scenes or pictures that you may choose to Press ▲... - Page 26 Movie: Canadian rating systems : None : All ages In the Locks menu, press ▲ or ▼ to select : Parental guidance “Parental Control” then press SELECT to PG-13 : Parental guidance less than 13 set to “On”. years old Press ▲...
- Page 27 NOTE: 16ans+ : Over 16 years: Could contain • The TV can download an additional rating frequent violent scenes and intense system only when receiving a digital signal violence. that carries the Region 5 rating information. 18ans+ : Over 18 years. Only for adult •...
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Page 28: Closed Caption
Closed Caption WHAT IS CLOSED CAPTIONING? This television has the capability to decode and display Closed Captioned television programs. Closed Captioning will display text on the screen for hearing impaired viewers. Captions: This Closed Caption mode will display text on the screen in English or another language. -
Page 29: Cc Options
CC options When you have selected “Custom” as the display method, you can adjust the various setting listed below. This feature is designed to customize Digital Caption only. Select “Setup” ⇒ “Closed Captions”, then press SELECT. Press ◀ or ▶ to set “Caption Display” to “Off” or “On”. Select “Digital CC Options”, then press SELECT. -
Page 30: Aspect Switching
Aspect Switching You can change the picture size being displayed — Normal, Wide, Auto mode (TV input), or Just Scan (HDMI inputs). Selecting the picture size Press ASPECT on the remote control. Repeatedly press ASPECT to select the desired aspect ratio, as described below. NOTE: •... -
Page 31: Jpeg Viewer
JPEG Viewer You can enjoy viewing pictures from your USB storage device. Connect the USB storage device into the USB Input terminal. Press INPUT and press ▲ or ▼ to select “USB”, then press SELECT. NOTE: • Do not disconnect a USB storage device while it is being accessed. Doing so can damage the device or the files stored on the device. -
Page 32: Connections To Other Equipment
Connections to other equipment To connect the TV to a HDMI device to the The HDMI input receives digital audio and video from an HDMI device. HDMI cable (not supplied) To HDMI output To HDMI IN HDMI device NOTE: • HDMI input audio does not support DTS audio. The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to this TV is dependent on the model and features of each equipment. - Page 33 Connections to other equipment (continued) Using an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround If you are using an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround sound, you can enjoy broadcast or cable programs that provide Dolby Digital sound. Connect an AV amplifier with built-in Dolby Digital decoder, etc. as shown below. Front Speaker To DIGITAL AUDIO OUT...
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Page 34: Reception Disturbances
Reception disturbances IGNITION NOISE: Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, picture may flutter or drift. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, and other electrical appliances. GHOSTS: Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflected from tall buildings, hills or some other objects. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
• Cable TV company is scrambling signal. • Adjust antenna. Digital broadcasting • Check digital signal strength. screen problem. If the problem cannot be solved with the suggested procedures, contact 800.HITACHI. For your safety, never try to repair the product yourself. - Page 36 Troubleshooting (continued) SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS • Check all Cable TV connections. No CATV • Set Source menu option to the Cable mode. reception. • Station or Cable TV system problems, try another station. Horizontal or • Check antenna connections, adjust or re-direct antenna. diagonal bars on •...
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Page 37: Specifications
Batteries (AAA) × 2 Stands x 2 (R / L), Stand Screws x4 Owner’s Guide Quick Start Guide • Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. • For information on our other products, please visit our website at www.hitachi.us... - Page 38 HITACHI AMERICA, LTD., DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION HITACHI has made every effort to assure you enjoy trouble free operation from your Hitachi product. Should you require service assistance with OPERATIONAL, HOOK UP, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE OR WARRANTY SERVICE SUPPORT, please contact one of our knowledgeable Customer Service Advocates at 800.HITACHI (800.448.2244).
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Page 39: Limited Warranty
If the Product is found to be defective, Hitachi will repair or replace (at Hitachi’s option) defective parts at no charge, subject to the conditions of this Limited Warranty. - Page 40 Memo ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................