Hitachi 35HDL52 important safety instructions About the Symbols

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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 possibly result in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling.

Typical Symbols

English

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.

Disconnect the

plug from the power outlet.

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 LCD TV 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.

Do not

disassemble.

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Contents Operating Guide for 32HDL52 / 37HDL52 Important Safety Instructions EnglishRead before operating equipment Public Viewing of Copyrighted MaterialAbout the Symbols Be sure to keep safety ground connection Be cautious of the power cord connectionBe careful in handling the battery of the remote control Avoid a high temperature environment Remove the power cord for complete separationInstallation environment How to view the LCD TelevisionPrecautions for the cable connection Precaution during transportationDo not physically impact the remote control Set the sound volume at a suitable levelAccessories Remote Control Battery Installation and ReplacementAntenna HOW to Setup Your NEW Hitachi LCD TelevisionLocation Viewing Important NotesHookup Cables Antenna Connections to Rear Panel Jacks VHF 75-Ω antenna/CATV Cable TV② Remote Control sensor 32/37 LCD TV ① Power light indicatorFront Panel Controls Side Panel Controls Rear Panel Main Power Switch & AC Input ①-1Main power button32/37 LCD TV ① AC in inputSide Panel Jacks ② Head Phone③ S-VIDEO Video ④ Video VideoRear Panel Jacks ⑱ Ntsc Tuner ⑲ DTV TunerConnecting External Sources Connecting a Digital TV AntennasConnecting Hdtv Sources Connecting a TV Cable BOX or Satellite Receiver Connecting a DVD Player Connect the DVD player usingConnecting a VCR Connecting a Audio Receiver Connecting PC VGA Tips on Rear Panel Connections HOW to USE the Remote Control to Control Your LCD TV Return buttonDirection buttons StandardMulti picture function buttons = Possible = Not Possible Swivel Function Press swivel buttonPC Mode Ntsc TV/DTV/Video ModeOSD On-Screen Display Ntsc TV/ Video Mode OSD On-Screen Display VideoAudio Video Function OptionsInitial Setup Function OptionsSetting UP the V-CHIP ChipTV Guidelines Blocking Mpaa RatingSetting UP the Closed Caption Setting UP the TV ChannelsClosed Caption Closed Caption Function OptionsSetting UP the Manual Tuning Manual TuningPC Picture Position PC Mode OSD On-Screen DisplayPC Picture ATSCAdvanced Television System Committee Introduction DTV UsageAtsc Receiver Functions Channel Setting UP Your DTVAuto Scan Manual Scan EditSetup CaptionLock RatingChange Password Reset DefaultDo not Reception Problems Ignition NoisePress the Power Switch ON/OFF Switch once Useful InformationPlug and Play Trademark AcknowledgmentAgency Gerulatory Information Features Optional AccessorySupplied Accessories VideoHome Electronics Division Home Electronics DivisionDigital Media Division Lundi Vendredi L’EST 900am 700pm Samedi L’EST 900am 500pm