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Hitachi C14D24 User Manual

Hitachi C14D24
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Hitachi C14D24 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHitachi
ModelC14D24
CategoryTV
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Remote Control Buttons

Navigation and Selection

Buttons for navigating menus and selecting items, including cursor keys and number buttons.

Volume and Teletext Functions

Controls for adjusting audio volume and accessing Teletext features.

Menu and Mode Access

Buttons to access main menus, feature menus, and switch between TV/AV modes.

Special Function Buttons

Buttons for specific features like Programme Swap, Personal Preferences, and Standby.

Control Panel Buttons

Front Panel Layout

Overview of buttons and ports located on the front of the TV.

Rear Panel Layout

Overview of connectors and ports located on the rear of the TV.

Aerial Connections

Outdoor Aerial Connections

Instructions for connecting outdoor VHF/UHF or VHF aerials.

Preparation

Ventilation and Placement

Guidelines for ensuring adequate space around the TV for ventilation.

Climate Considerations

Notes on using the apparatus in different climate conditions.

Safety Precautions

Do's and Don'ts

Essential safety instructions for operating the television.

Mains Plug and Extension Safety

Guidance on using the mains plug and extension leads safely.

Safety Precautions (Continued)

Electrical and Environmental Handling

Safety advice on electrical components, moisture, cleaning, and ventilation.

Operational Safety

Precautions regarding servicing, X-rays, and naked flame sources.

Safety Precautions (Continued)

Specific Warnings

Important warnings related to modifications and high voltage.

Waste Disposal Instructions

Guidance on the proper disposal of packaging and batteries.

Before Switching on your TV

Power Connection

Information on connecting the TV to the power supply.

Aerial Socket Connections

Steps for connecting the aerial or cable TV plug to the TV.

Connecting Other Devices

Instructions for connecting external devices like VCRs or video equipment.

Remote Control Battery Insertion

Guide on how to insert batteries into the remote control handset.

Switching the TV ON/OFF

Procedure for turning the television set on and off.

Operating the TV

Using TV Set Buttons

How to control volume and programme selection using buttons on the TV set.

Operating with Remote Control

Instructions for using the remote control to operate TV functions.

Menu System

Sound Menu

Settings for audio adjustments, including volume and AVL.

Picture Menu

Settings for picture adjustments like brightness, contrast, colour, and sharpness.

Feature Menu

Sleep Timer

Function to set the TV to turn off automatically after a specified time.

Child Lock

Feature to prevent unauthorized use of the TV by children.

Menu Language Selection

Option to choose the display language for the TV menus.

Install Menu

Programme Selection and Tuning

How to select programmes, bands, and frequencies, including search functions.

Fine Tuning and Storing Settings

Adjusting picture fine-tuning and storing installation settings.

Programme Menu

Programme List Management

Selecting, naming, deleting, and inserting programmes in the list.

Other Features

TV Status Indicators

Display of Programme Number, Name, and Sleep Timer status.

Programme Swap and Number Entry

Functionality for swapping between programmes and entering numbers.

Personal Preferences and Indicators

Recalling presets and understanding picture mode and sleep timer indicators.

Mute Indicator and Control

Mute Function

How to mute and unmute the sound, and indicator status.

Signal and Background Settings

No-Signal Indicator

Display when no valid signal is detected, including timer.

Blue Background During No-Signal

Visual display setting when no signal is detected in AV mode.

Volume Bar Display

How the volume level is displayed on screen.

AV Modes

AV Mode Selection

Switching between different AV input modes like DVD, AV-1, F-AV, RGB.

Teletext Operation

Operating Teletext

How to access and use the Teletext information system.

Page Selection

Methods for selecting Teletext pages using digits or navigation buttons.

Index and Programme Pages

Accessing the index page and overlaying Teletext on TV programmes.

Text Display Enhancements

Features for double height text and revealing concealed information.

Teletext Control and Display

Automatic Page Change Control

Stopping or allowing automatic page changes in Teletext.

Subcode Page Selection

Accessing subsections of Teletext pages.

Fastext and Exiting Teletext

Using Fastext for quick access and how to exit Teletext mode.

Displaying Time Information

Showing captured Teletext time information on screen.

Connect Peripheral Equipment

Via Euroconnector (SCART)

Connecting external devices using the SCART socket.

Peripheral Connections

Via Aerial Input

Connecting devices without Euroconnector to the aerial input.

Decoder Connections

How to connect a decoder unit, with or without an aerial socket.

TV and Video Recorder Setup

Connecting VCRs and improving picture quality with eurocable.

NTSC Playback

Connecting and playing NTSC VCR players.

Video Recorder Test Signal

Searching and storing the test signal of a video recorder.

Camera and Camcorder Connection

Connecting cameras and camcorders to the front AV input.

Decoder to Video Recorder Link

Connecting a decoder to a video recorder via euroconnector.

Tips for TV Usage

Screen Care

How to clean the TV screen properly without damaging it.

Picture Quality Issues

Troubleshooting common problems like poor or no picture.

Sound and Remote Control Issues

Resolving problems related to sound and remote control response.

No Solution

Advice on what to do if other troubleshooting steps fail.

Important Instruction

Mains (AC) Operation

Instructions for connecting the unit to the mains power supply.

Safety Precautions

General safety advice including disconnecting from mains and avoiding moisture.

UK Guarantee

Guarantee Terms and Conditions

Details of the product guarantee, coverage, and exclusions.

Remote Control Buttons (DVD)

DVD Mode and Basic Controls

Buttons for selecting DVD mode, menu navigation, and playback control.

Playback and Display Functions

Buttons for playback control, zoom, time display, and subtitle selection.

Audio and Special Features

Buttons for changing audio language, angle, search, and other specific functions.

DVD Control Panel and Rear Panel

Front Panel Controls

Description of buttons on the front panel for disc tray and playback.

Rear Panel Connections

Identification of connectors on the rear panel.

About this Manual

Safety Information

Class 1 laser product warning and safety operation advice.

How to Watch a DVD

Basic steps to start playing a DVD on the unit.

General Properties

Playback and Feature List

Comprehensive list of supported playback formats and player features.

Disc Types Compatible with This Unit

Supported Disc Formats

Details on compatible disc types like DVD, Video-CD, Audio-CD, MP3, and JPEG.

Notes on Discs

Disc Handling and Cleaning

Guidelines for handling and cleaning discs to ensure optimal performance.

DVD Playback

Basic Playback Operations

Starting playback, stopping, fast forward/reverse, and skipping.

Pause and Step Functions

Using pause, step forward, and slow-motion playback features.

Scene Selection and Repeat Play

Selecting scenes by time or chapter, and setting up repeat playback.

Convenient Playback Functions

Displaying time information, zooming, and using DVD menus.

Video CD Playback

Basic VCD Playback

Starting and controlling playback for Video CDs.

VCD Menu and Playback Control

Using VCD menus and understanding playback control features.

VCD Playback Operations

Detailed controls for stopping, fast forward/reverse, skipping, and pausing VCDs.

VCD Scene Selection and Time Search

Selecting scenes by time and accessing tracks using number buttons.

Audio CD Playback

Basic Audio CD Playback

Starting and controlling playback for Audio CDs.

Audio CD Playback Operations

Controls for stopping, fast forward/reverse, skipping, and pausing Audio CDs.

Track Selection and Repeat Play

Selecting tracks by time or number, and setting up repeat modes.

CD Menu Functions

Convenient CD Functions

Displaying time information and managing programmed playback.

Intro and Shuffle Modes

Using introductory playback and random shuffle modes.

CD Menu Navigation

Navigating directories and files for MP3 and JPEG CDs.

Image Transformation and Zoom

Applying image effects and zoom functions for JPEG files.

Playback Modes and Program Function

Selecting playback modes like Folder, Disc, Shuffle, and setting programs.

Using Setup Menu

Main Setup Page

Navigating and selecting settings on the main setup menu page.

Sub Menu Navigation

How to navigate and select options within submenus.

Menu Items

Video Setup Options

Adjusting aspect ratio (Normal, Letterbox, Wide) and TV output type.

Audio Setup Options

Settings for dynamic range compression and LPCM output.

Language Setup

Selecting OSD language, audio language, disc menu, and subtitle language.

Parental Setup

Setting parental control levels and passwords.

Preferences and Settings

Angle Mark and Standby Time

Configuring angle display and adjusting standby activation time.

CD Menu and Transparency

Enabling CD menus and adjusting on-screen display transparency.

Defaults and Reset

Loading factory presets for parental level and password.

Specifications

Supported Disc Types

List of disc formats compatible with the player.

Video and Audio Specifications

Details on video decoding standards and audio output capabilities.

Troubleshooting

Picture Quality Issues

Resolving problems with poor DVD picture quality.

Disc Playback Problems

Troubleshooting steps for discs not playing or loading incorrectly.

Language and Sound Issues

Addressing problems with OSD language and changing sound/subtitle tracks.

Troubleshooting (Continued)

Functionality and Response Issues

Resolving issues with non-working functions, no picture, no sound, or remote control.

General Troubleshooting Advice

Steps to take if all other solutions fail, including contacting support.

Definition Of Terms

Disc Playback Concepts

Definitions for Angle, Chapter Number, DVD, Playback Control, Subtitles, Time Number, Title Number, Track Number.

Technical Definitions

Video CD and Audio Formats

Definitions for Video CD, Dolby Pro Logic, PCM, and MPEG.

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