Operating Guide | Warranty Machine Numbers | C27A25 © Copyright 2002, Zenith Electronics Corporation RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER (Now, while you can see it) The model and serial number of your new TV are located on the back of the TV cabinet. For your future convenience, we suggest that your record these numbers here: MODEL NO.____________________________________ SERIAL NO.____________________________________ WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: 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 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. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. POWER CORD POLARIZATION: CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE EL POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code 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 the cable entry as practical. REGULATORY INFORMATION: 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 when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, 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. The responsible party for this device compliance is: Zenith Electronics Corporation, 2000 Millbrook Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, USA, Phone 1-847-941-8000. COMPLIANCE: CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user's authority to operate this product. PAGE 2 © Copyright 2002 Zenith Electronics Corporation B-WARN-DV-1 7/98 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important safety instructions shall be provided with each apparatus. This information shall be given in a separate booklet or sheet, or be located before any operating instructions in an instruction for installation for use and supplied with the apparatus. This information shall be given in a language acceptable to the country where the apparatus is intended to be used. The important safety instructions shall be entitled "Important Safety Instructions". The following safety instructions shall be included where applicable, and, when used, shall be verbatim as follows. Additional safety information may be included by adding statements after the end of the following safety instruction list. At the manufacturer's option, a picture or drawing that illustrates the intent of a specific safety instruction may be placed immediately adjacent to that safety instruction: 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 the 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 type-over. PORTABLE CART WARNING (Continued on next page) PAGE 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all the 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 exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 15. CAUTION concerning the Power Cord: Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit; that is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain. Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damage wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer. Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cords exits the appliance. 16. Outdoor Use Marking: WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. 17. Wet Location Marking: Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. PAGE 4 Table Of Contents Turn to the next page to set up your Entertainment MachineTM Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Source Menu Select Main Picture and PIP sources . . . . . 24 Video Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness, Color Temp: (Cool, Warm), EZ Picture: (Custom, Normal, Movie, Digital Pres, Video Game, Sports, Weak Signal, Night Time). Audio Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Bass, Treble, Balance, Audio Mode: (Stereo, Mono, SAP), Front Surround, EZ SoundRite, Speakers, EZ Sound: (Custom, Normal, Stadium, News, Music, Theater). Parental Control Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 - 29 Restricts viewer programming. Special Menu EZ Timer Sleep Timer, On Time, Off Time, On/Off Timer . . . 30 Channel Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 XDS Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 PIP Picture Adjustment Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Picture-in-Picture Overview and Explanation 34 - 35 EZ Demo (On-screen menus overview) . . . . . . . . . . 36 EZ Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Remote Control Multi-Product Usage Programming 38 - 44 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 - 48 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 51 5 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover Step 1. Hook Up TV Hookup Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 TV and other Equipment Hookups Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Cable service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Antenna with VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Cable Service with VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Super VHS VCR/Digital Video Disk Player . . . . . . . . 11 External Audio Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Step 2. Channel Search and Reception Setup EZ Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Select Antenna, or cable service and perform channel search) Remote Control TV Mode Key Functions . . . . . . Remote On-Screen Menu Operation . . . . . . . . . Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selecting Viewing Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . On-Screen Menus/Displays Overview . . . . . . . . On-Screen Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 15 16 17 18 19 Step 3. Customize Your TV's Features Setup Menu (Starts with page 13, EZ Program) EZ Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Add/Del/Surf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 EZ Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Captions, Captions/Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Features on this TV also include: PIP - Picture-in-Picture, see page 34. Programmable Remote Control - Remote may control up to 7 products, see page 38. Extended data service (XDS) shows in-depth program information, see page 32. EZ Features: Designed to make your viewing experience less work; see the EZ Help menu on page 37. EZ Program Finds channels in your area automatically. EZ Clock Sets the time in the TV's clock. EZ Picture Customizes video level settings. EZ Sound Adjusts sound based on program. EZ SoundRite Maintains and even sound level during programming volume variances. EZ Timer Sets times to turn TV on/off automatically. EZ Mute Displays Closed Captions/Text selection when TV sound is mute, while picture remains. EZ Demo Shows menus and displays on this TV. EZ Help Offers solutions to common problems on one convenient menu. Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. 206-3802 Entertainment MachineTM is a trademark of Zenith Electronics Corporation. PAGE 5 Hookup Directory This page directs you to the appropriate page for hook up of your Entertainment Machine IMPORTANT!! Use this page to decide where you need to begin your setup. First, find the line below that best describes what you want to do, then go to that page number. Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notification. Antenna only If you are using an antenna and no other equipment, go to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 7 Cable only If you subscribe to cable service and use no other equipment, go to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 8 Cable TV wall jack In Out Cable box Antenna with VCR If you are using an antenna and have a VCR, go to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9 Cable and VCR If you subscribe to cable service and have a VCR, go to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 10 Cable TV wall jack In Out Cable box S-VHS/DVD/Stereo If you have a Super VHS VCR, a DVD Player, go to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 11 If you want to connect Audio equipment, go to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 12 PAGE 6 206-3802 Hook Up an Over the Air Antenna Connect an off air an ...