Hitachi 27GX01B manual Important Safeguards

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Important

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this television receiver.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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 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 a sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION: 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 authorized dealer or service shop. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this television system to rain or moisture.

NOTE: This television receiver will display closed captioning, ( CC or Model and serial numbers are indicated on back side of the set.

), in accordance with paragraph 15.119 of the FCC rules.

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 authority to operate the equipment.

POWER SOURCE

This solid state color TV is designed to operate on 120 volts 60Hz, AC household current.

Insert power cord into a 120 volt 60Hz outlet.

To prevent electric shock, do not use the television’s plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet 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.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION:

• Read all of these instructions.

 

Save these instructions for later use.

 

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the

 

 

television receiver.

SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI 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 section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI television receiver.

Please fill out your warranty card and mail it at once to HITACHI. This will enable HITACHI to notify you promptly in the improbable event that a safety problem should be discovered in your product model.

FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY

1.This television 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 power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

2.When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed, unplug the television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

3.Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric 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.

NO!

5.Do not attempt to service the 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 the television’s cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the television set.

7.If the television set has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged, unplug the television set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

8.If liquid has been spilled into the television set, unplug it from the wall outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel.

9.Do not subject your television set to impact of any kind. Be careful not to damage the picture tube surface.

NO!

Coins

10.Unplug the television set from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use

a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

11-1.Do not place the television set on

 

an unstable cart, stand, or table.

 

The television set may fall,

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causing serious injury to a child

or an adult, and serious damage

 

to the appliance. Use only with a

 

cart 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 cart combination to overturn.

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Contents 24-25 10-1415-23 Important Safeguards ASK ME Introduction Care and CleaningCongratulations On Your New Purchase Installation Incoming Cable from Cable Company Other Video EquipmentIncoming Cable from Home Antenna Audio/Video Connection Optional Equipment Connection and OperationTo Audio AMP Connection Stereo To Audio AMPCable Box Connection Digital TV Set-Top Box DTV-STB ConnectionLocation of Television Controls Front Control PanelRemote Control Remote Control Quick Reference Functional Key Chart Key OperatesMute Using the Remote to Control VCR and Cable Box Functions Operating the Precoded Function for Your VCRCode Index for Cable Boxes VCR and Cable Box Codes IndexCode Index For VCRs Menu Language Selection Menu SelectionsMain Menu Color, Tint, Brightness, Contrast and Sharpness Adjustments Menu Selections Video AdjustmentsReset Color TempBass, Treble, and Balance Menu Selections Audio AdjustmentsMode Surround Perfect Vol. VolumeInternal Speakers Clock Set Sleep TimerTimer 1 and Timer Timer 1 and Timer 2 Special Feature Custom FavoritesMenu Selections Custom Manual CaptionInput Label Lock SetChannel Memory Menu Selections Set-Up FeaturesSignal Source Auto ChannelCC on Mute Auto Power OnOn the remote control. Press again to delete Closed CaptionUseful Information SpecificationsChannel Capability Chart Hitachi 0335E2new.fm Page 27 Tuesday, April 25, 2000 410 PM QR41172