Hitachi LE39S406/LE39H316, LE32S406/LE32H316 Lcd Hdtv Owners Guide

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Models:
LE39S406/LE39H316 
39” Class (38.57” Diagonal)
LE32S406/LE32H316 
32” Class (31.51” Diagonal) 
						

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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 
constitute a risk of electric shock.
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: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER 
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE 
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO 
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 
 WARNING:  TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 
    TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF FIRE, KEEP CANDLES OR OPEN FLAMES AWAY FROM THIS PRODUCT AT 
ALL TIMES.
 CAUTION:  TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, 
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE 
EXPOSURE.
WARNING:  This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user 
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
  -  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  -  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  -  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  -  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION:   Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void 
the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
ENERGY STAR
® 
This television’s factory default settings as shipped meet ENERGY STAR requirements.
Please see the Convenience Functions section of this operating guide for more information on factory settings and the energy saving
Auto Shut Off feature.
LEAD NOTICE 
This product contains lead. Dispose of this product in accordance with applicable environmental laws. For product recycling and 
disposal information, contact your local government agency or www.eRecycle.org (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, 1-800-289-0981 (USA/CANADA), 01-800-703-0885 (MEXICO).Location of the required Marking
The rating sheet and the safety caution are on 
the rear of the unit.
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1)   Read these instructions.
2)  Keep these instructions.
3)  Heed all warnings.
4)  Follow all instructions.
5)  Do not use this apparatus near water.
6)  Clean only with dry cloth.
7)  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8)  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) 
that produce heat.
9)  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with 
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the 
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10)  Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point 
where they exit from the apparatus.
11)  Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12)  Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the 
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury 
from tip-over.
13)  Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14)  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any 
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, 
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15)  Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not 
be placed on the apparatus.
16)  An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power 
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care 
should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.
17)  Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
18)  Do not push objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts 
that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.
19)  If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure 
the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection 
against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the 
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with 
respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, 
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of 
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection 
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding 
electrode.
20)  When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician 
uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that 
have the same characteristics as the original part.
  Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
21)  Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to 
determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.
22)  When you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall 
outlet. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock and serious personal injury. Read the owner's manual of the other 
equipment carefully and follow the instructions when making any connections.
23)  Sudden high volume sound may cause hearing or speaker damage. When you use headphones, (if the unit is 
equipped with a headphone jack) keep the volume at a moderate level. If you use headphones continuously with high 
volume sound, it may cause hearing damage.
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT 
(NEC SECTION 810-20) ANTENNA 
LEAD IN WIRE
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING 
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H) GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC SERVICE 
EQUIPMENT
NEC-NATIONAL 
ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE
 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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24)  Do not allow the product to output distorted sound for an extended period of time. It may cause speaker overheating 
and fire.
25)  This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides 
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding 
system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
26)  The socket-outlet must be installed near the unit and easily accessible.
27)  The mains plug is used as the disconnect and shall remain readily operable.
Power sourceThis television is designed to operate on 120 volts 60 Hz, AC current. Insert the power cord into a 120 volts 60 Hz outlet.
To prevent electric shock, do not use the television’s (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the 
blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
Never connect the television to 50 Hz, direct current, or anything other than the specified voltage.
WarningTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
CautionNever remove the back cover of the television as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards. If the television does 
not operate properly, unplug the television and call your authorized dealer or service center. 
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.
“Standard Television Receiving Apparatus - Appareil de réception télévision ordinaire, Canada BETS-7 / NTMR-7”
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(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.
900 Hitachi Way
Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556
ATTN: Customer Relations
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
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. When this happens, unit's performance will be impaired. To prevent this, let the unit stand in its new 
surroundings for about an hour before switching it on, or make sure that the room temperature rises gradually.
Condensation may also form during the summer if the unit is exposed to the breeze from an air conditioner. In such cases, change the 
location of the unit.
HOW TO HANDLE THE LCD PANEL
Do not press hard or jolt the LCD panel. It may cause the LCD panel glass to break and injury may occur.
If the LCD panel is broken, make absolutely sure that you do not touch the liquid in the panel. This may cause skin inflammation.
If the liquid gets in your mouth, immediately gargle and consult with your doctor. Also, if the liquid gets in your eyes or touches your 
skin, consult with your doctor after rinsing for at least 15 minutes or longer in clean water.
Possible Adverse Effects on LCD Panel: If a fixed (non-moving) pattern remains on the LCD Panel for long periods of time, the image 
can become permanently engrained in the LCD Panel and cause subtle but permanent ghost images. This type of damage is NOT 
COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY. Never leave your LCD Panel on for long periods of time while it is displaying the following formats or 
images:
Fixed Images, such as stock tickers, video game patterns, TV station logos, and websites.
Special Formats that do not use the entire screen. For example, viewing letterbox style (16:9) media on a normal (4:3) display (black 
bars at top and bottom of screen); or viewing normal style (4:3) media on a widescreen (16:9) display (black bars on left and right 
sides of screen).
The following symptoms are not signs of malfunction but technical limitation. Therefore we disclaim any responsibility for 
these symptoms.
LCD Panels are manufactured using an extremely high level of precision technology, however sometimes parts of the screen may be 
missing picture elements or have luminous spots.
This is not a sign of a malfunction.
Do not install the LCD Panel near electronic equipment that produces electromagnetic waves. Some equipment placed too near this 
unit may cause interference.
Effect on infrared devices – There may be interference while using infrared devices such as infrared cordless headphones. •
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CHILD SAFETY NOTICE
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The unit emits heat when in operation. Do not place any covers or blankets on the unit, this may cause overheating. Do not block 
ventilation holes, or set up near radiators. Do not place in direct sunlight. When placing on a shelf leave 4 inches (10 cm) free space 
around the entire unit.
Notes when mounting the TV on a wall
If the unit is to be mounted on the wall, contact the retailer where you purchased the TV for advice, and have the equipment profession-
ally installed. Incomplete or improper installation may cause injury to you, and/or damage to the TV.
The screws ISO M4 (LE32S406/LE32H316)/M6 (LE39S406/LE39H316) thread type should be used. The insertion length must be within 
10-12 mm (LE32S406/LE32H316)/13-16 mm (LE39S406/LE39H316). 
If the insertion length is less than 10 mm (LE32S406/LE32H316)/13 mm (LE39S406/LE39H316 ) the weight can not be maintained.
If the insertion length is more than 12 mm ( LE32S406/LE32H316)/16 mm (LE39S406/LE39H316) a space is created between the Wall 
Mount Bracket and the Television.
(Insertion Length) = (Screw Length) - (Washers Thickness) - (Mounting Bracket Thickness)
Securing to a Wall
1.   Using metallic wire fasten the set to the hole on the rear of the TV as shown below.
2.   Keep the TV 4 inches away from the wall except when mounted using the wall mount bracket and secure to the wall as shown below:
Wire
WireWire
4 inches
NOTICE FOR TV CABINET
If the unit is to be mounted on a cabinet smaller than length of the unit, it could result in an unstable location and the unit may tumble 
over, making a risk of personal, possibly fatal injury. Also, this would damage the product seriously. Accordingly, Hitachi accepts no 
responsibility or liability for any injuries or property damage resulting from the improper installation.
4 inches
YES !!
NO !!
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
4 inches
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How to attach the stand
How to remove the stand
When you transport this product, remove the stand and pack  at against the back of the unit in the carton. To remove the stand, 
perform the above steps in reverse order.
For wall mounting, the base must be removed. To disconnect the base/stand remove the LE39S406/LE39H316 (x4 screws) and 
LE32S406/LE32H316 (x3 screws) screws from the back. NOTE:
•  Unplug the AC cord.
•  Before beginning this process, assure that TV is laid on a clean, safe, and cushioned space to avoid any damage to the unit.
•  Do not touch or press the LCD screen, the glass might break under pressure.
Place the TV on its front onto a table.
Align the stand’s bottom-plate (supplied) as seen here.
It will  t in only one direction.
Hold the unit and attach as shown in Figure 1.
Finally, secure the bottom-plate with 4 screws (supplied) (4x16mm (5/32x5/8 inches)) as indicated by the arrows in Figure 2.
Be sure to follow the instructions. Insufficient tightening or incorrect installation of the stand will not support your unit correctly, and 
could result in damage or injury from tip-over. •
Screws
LCD PANEL FRONT
Figure 1
Figure 2
NOTE:
Before wall-mounting, please check carefully the location of the TV’s mounting-holes. •
Screws LE39S406/LE39H316
LE32S406/LE32H316
LE39S406/LE39H316LE32S406/LE32H316LE39S406/LE39H316
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Features
LED color TVUnique space saving design combines a 39”/32” class LED color TV.
Integrated Digital Tuner - You can view digital broadcasts without using a Digital TV Set-Top Box.
Closed Caption Decoder With Full Text Mode - Displays text captions or full screen text on the screen for hearing impaired viewers.
Picture Adjustments Using The Remote Control - The On-Screen display allows precise remote control adjustment of 
BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, TINT and SHARPNESS.
Programmable TV Sleep Timer - Operable from the remote control, the TV can be programmed for up to 120 minutes to turn off 
automatically.
On-Screen 3 Languages Display - You can select one of 3 Languages, English, Spanish or French for on-screen programming.
Parental Control - The Parental Control function can read the rating of a TV program or movie content if the program is encoded 
with this information. Parental Control will allow you to set a restriction level.
This Television receiver will display television closed captioning, ( 
 or ), in accordance with FCC rules. •
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*  The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of 
HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
*  Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
*  VGA and XGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
*  VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.
Power source
TO USE AC POWER SOURCE
Use the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC. Insert the AC cord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized AC outlet.
NOTE:
Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the specified voltage (120V 60Hz). 
Use the attached power cord only.
If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a non-polarized AC outlet, do not attempt to file or cut the blade. 
It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.
If you cause a static discharge when touching the unit and the unit fails to function, simply unplug the unit from the AC outlet and plug it 
back in. The unit should return to normal operation. •
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Wider Hole and Blade
Polarized AC Cord Plug
(One blade is wider than the other.)
AC Outlet
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Contents
Before using your unit
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................................... 3
CHILD SAFETY NOTICE ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
How to attach the stand ........................................................................................................................................................ 7 
How to remove the stand ...................................................................................................................................................... 7 
Features ................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Power source ........................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Contents ............................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Location of controls ............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Remote control ................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Antenna connections .......................................................................................................................................................... 12
Cable TV connections ......................................................................................................................................................... 12
TV operation
Starting setup ..................................................................................................................................................................... 13
TV operation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Quick guide for menu operation .......................................................................................................................................... 14
Convenience functions ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
Memorizing channels .......................................................................................................................................................... 16
Checking the digital signal strength .................................................................................................................................... 17
Labeling channels ............................................................................................................................................................... 17
Labeling video inputs .......................................................................................................................................................... 17
Setting the Parental Control ................................................................................................................................................ 17
Closed Caption ................................................................................................................................................................... 19
CC advanced ...................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Aspect Switching ................................................................................................................................................................ 20
Time Shift ............................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Additional information
Connections to other equipment ......................................................................................................................................... 22
Reception disturbances ...................................................................................................................................................... 25
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Specifications ..................................................................................................................................................................... 27
LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................................ 28
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Location of controls
Right side Front
Remote sensorPOWER button INPUT/ENTER button
VOL (VOLUME) +/–
// 
/ MENU buttons CH (CHANNEL)
/// buttons
Rear
To display the menu screen.
Press hold VOL (VOLUME) +/–  simultaneously 
about 1 second the menu will be appear.
CH (CHANNEL) 
/ buttons, VOL (VOLUME) +/– buttons and INPUT/ENTER button can be used 
to select the desired setting during the menu screen 
operations.
PC/DVI AUDIO IN jack 
VIDEO1 IN (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks
COMPONENT IN jacks
HDMI2 IN jackPC MONITOR IN jack 
ANT. RF IN jackPower Indicator
Red : Standby
Green : On
HDMI1/DVI IN jackDIGITAL AUDIO 
COAXIAL OUT jack
VIDEO2 IN
(VIDEO/AUDIO L/R jacks
VAR.VARIABLE AUDIO L/R OUT jacks USB INPUT
Right side
Note: This illusration used here based on model LE39S406/LE39H316.
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