Zenith B36A30Z 36" TV
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1. Press the MENU key on the remote control so that the Setup menu appears onscreen Using the UP DOWN arrows on the remote control select Clock Set on your screen Press a RIGHT or LEFT arrow to adjust the time volume channel Press the FLASHBACK button to select AM or PM Press ENTER to return to TV viewing You can use the NUMBER key pad to simply insert the time AM or PM is still selected with the Flashback key PAGE 16 206 3480 Select the captions option on your Entertainment Machine that suits you best There is On Off or Captions When Muted 206 3480 Setup Menu Setup Menu Auot Program Auot Program Ch Add Del Ch Add Del Clock Set Clock Set Captions Captions Setup Menu Auot Program Ch Add Del Clock Set Captions Text Captions Text Audio Mode Audio Mode Language Language Press the MENU key on the remote control so that the Setup menu appears Using the UP DOWN arrows on the remote control select Captions on your screen Press a RIGHT LEFT arrow to switch the captions feature On Off or Caption When Muted Press ENTER to continue Use the captions feature when you have to listen to a phone call and still want to follow what s happening on your favorite show Captions Captions Text Audio Mode Language volume channel Captions When Mute PAGE 17 Captions and Text2. 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 e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experi
3. Video Audio OD 99 TV i RF coaxial wire f 750hm E FA not included W back panel expanded view Antenna A V cables not included with TV Antenna Antenna with VCR 000 s VCR back i SS RF coaxial wire VCR back AV panel gt 750hm t 3 4 A N cables not included with TV 206 3480 Hook Up Your Cable CATV and VCR i wall jack Cable with VCR Connect cable service and a VCR to your Boo s VCR back Entertainment Machine Locate the Antenna Cable jack on the back of your Entertainment Machine Connect the cable that runs from the wall directly to this jack TV back o according to the diagram to the 750hm ea not included right j with TV Remove the back of the remote and put in two AAA batteries TV back panel expanded view back of f Antenna remote OR A V cables not included with TV Plug in your TV Do not plug it into a switched outlet Your Entertainment Machine is designed to operate on household Cable TV current 120 volt 60 Hertz AC do wall jack Cable with Cable Box and VCR not attempt to operate it on DC Current i i co i Ra Go to page 10 to Auto Program VCR back AV panel y your Entertainment Machine In Leave your VCR and your television tuned to channel three and use the cable box to change channels wd S Remember
4. volume channel WO ANA mute source fAshbk Y J J VOY L gt Lat 206 3480 Video Menu Customize the way your picture looks using the Video menu 206 3480 Video Menu Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Color Temp Picture Pref Custom Press the MENU key until the Video menu appears Your options are e Contrast Adjusts the level of difference between white and black in the TV picture The more contrast the brighter the picture appears Brightness Increases or decreases amount of white in the TV picture e Color Adjusts levels of all colors in the TV picture e Tint Balance between amount of red and green in the TV picture e Sharpness Raise or lower the definition of the TV picture The lower the level the softer the images will appear e Color Temperature Choose either Warm or Cool By clever use of the video matrix this setting allows you to give the overall picture a warm or cool feel Try it e Picture Preference Choose either Custom or Preset Custom allows you to set the picture the way you want Preset moves all the above options back to their original factory set levels Using the UP DOWN arrows on the remote control select Contrast on your screen Using the RIGHT LEFT arrows adjust the contrast level to your preference Press ENTER QUIT or MENU one more time to return t
5. Turn on the closed captioning or text feature that appears at the bottom of your screen Setup Menu Auto Program Add Del Surf Setup Menu Clock Set Auto Program Captions Add Del Surf Caption Text Caption 1 Clock Set Audio Mode Captions Language Caption Text Audio Mode Language Press the MENU key on the remote control so that the Setup menu appears Using the UP DOWN arrows on the remote control select Captions Text on your screen volume channel Press a RIGHT LEFT arrow to choose any of the following options Caption 1 Caption 2 Caption 3 Caption 4 Text 1 Text 2 Text 3 or Text 4 Press ENTER to return to TV viewing Captions come in handy when the television is on mute Standard Closed Captioning is available using the Caption 1 option Not all programming has closed captioning or text available PAGE 18 206 3480 Audio Mode Choose between stereo and mono sound Setup Menu Auto Program Add Del Surf Setup Menu Clock Set Auto Program Captions Add Del Surf Caption Text Clock Set Audio Mode Stereo Captions Language Caption Text Audio Mode anguage Press the MENU key on the remote control so that the Setup menu appears Using the UP DOWN arrows on the remote control select Audio Mode on your screen volume channel Press a RIGHT LEFT arrow to choose between STEREO and MONO Press ENTER to r
6. 13 R NC 17 X Mini glossary MOTION PICTURE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA MPAA RATING SYSTEM General Audiences Parental Guidance Suggested Parental Guidance Suggested Restricted viewing Restricted Viewing Hard Core Films Content not offensive to most viewers Content is such that parents may not want their children to view the program Program is inappropriate for preteens with a greater degree of offensive material than a PG rated program Not for children under age 17 Strong elements of sex and or violence Not for children under age 17 under any circumstances Strong sexual content Same as NC 17 rating Note Zenith Electronics Corporation is not liable for any program content that appears when using this rating system as always user dis cretion is advised For a complete restriction coverage you should set restrictions for both General and Children in the Age Block Option oo Ww 206 3480 PAGE 25 Auto Demo Menu Your Entertainment Machine will show you all of your Menu options la Special Features Timer Setup Ch Labels XDS Display Parental Ctrl Auto Demo Press the MENU key on the remote control repeatedly until the Special Featuresmenu appears Using the UP DOWN arrows on the remote control select EZ Demo on your screen Press a RIGHT LEFT arrow to turn the Auto DEMO on or off Press ENTER to continue PAGE 26 I AAD
7. 84 Is Not Found 96 Channels Found volume channel ia mute U a AUTO PROGRAM Auto Program is how your Entertainment Machine finds all the channels available in your area and stores them into memory PAGE 10 206 3480 The Buttons on Your Remote A quick list of all of the buttons on the remote PRG PROGRAM Used to begin programming procedure Mode Keys Lets you select the different modes of operation TV VCR CABLE Volume Up Down Adjusts the sound on your Entertainment Machine Mute Turns sound off and on instantly Source TV VCR Switches between watching TV via the available sources that is ANTENNA CABLE or VIDEO IN Numbers Key Pad Use for direct channel entry or for on screen programming menu record Displays on screen menus in the TV mode and can be used as an Instant Record button when programmed to operate a VCR rew f fwd adj left adj right arrows Allows you to fast forward and reverse the videotape when the remote has been programmed to operate a VCR The left right arrows adjust the menu options and what they do Power Turns your Entertainment Machine on and off PIP For PIP Picture in Picture operation Channel Up Down Cycles through available channels Flashback Returns to last channel viewed Enter Displays current TV channel and
8. Children GENERAL These settings are TV G and Above TV PG and Above TV 14 and Above and TV MA CHILDREN These settings are TV Y and Above and TV Y7 Press to access Content Block Once again there are six designated blocks that you can access They are Dialog Language Sex Scenes Violence F Violence and No Rating These settings allow you the option to block the program Content based on individual parameters such as Strong Dialog Bad Language Sex Scenes Violence Scenes or Fantasy Violence Scenes and then to select an age level as well Press LEFT or RIGHT arrows to access Set Hours Use this setting to enter the amount of hours you wish the Advanced TV Control feature to be active Set Password Select a secret password or code using the number keys on the remote control Don t forget the password It is the only way you can access the Advanced TV Control menu and change the rating selections It is also the only way you can turn the Advanced TV Control feature off Lock On Off This setting gives you the option to have the Advanced TV Control feature active all the time or allow you to turn it on or off as needed Simply specifying one content block such as Sex Scenes will not automatically block another content in the programs from appearing Even if you choose to leave the Aux inputs unblocked the ratings you specify will automatically restrict the program ming that appears from the video sources PAGE 24 20
9. Service For warranty service information contact any Zenith authorized service center Parts and service labor that are Zenith s responsibility see above will be provided without charge Other service is at the owner s expense If you have any problem in obtaining satisfactory warranty service call or write the Zenith Response Center You must provide the model number serial number and date of purchase or date of original installation Before you ask for warranty service read Maintenance and Troubleshooting in your operating guide You might avoid a service call ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION ZENITH CONSUMER SERVICES FACTORY OWNED SERVICE CENTERS Zenith Response Center 201 James Record Rd Building 3 801 E Roosevelt Rd 201 James Record Rd Huntsville AL 35824 Lombard IL 60148 Building 4 Telephone 256 772 1515 630 705 2830 Huntsville AL 35824 Mon Fri 7 00 a m 8 00 p m CST 256 774 4025 Sat 8 00 a m 5 00 p m CST Home amp Carry in Service Service Hours www zenith com Television VCR M F 8 6 Sat 9 2 Parts and Accessories Will accept UPS Shipments PTV Camcorders Additional Zenith Picture Tube Protection Plan Available Zenith offers you the opportunity to obtain additional long term protection against failure of the picture tube in your new Entertainment Machine Our Picture Tube Protection Plan enables you to avoid any unexpected picture tube repair expenses and keep your Entertainment Machine in top condition It gua
10. arrow keys select OFF TIME Use the RIGHT LEFT keys to set the time you want the TV to turn itself off Using the UP DOWN arrow keys select ON OFF TIMER Use the RIGHT LEFT keys to select ON or OFF The Timer feature is now set Press ENTER to return to normal viewing 206 3480 PAGE 21 Channel Labels Choose preset labels or call letters for your channels Channel Time Display with Channel Label Special Features Timer Setup Ch Labels Ch 5 None XDS Display Parental Ctrl Auto Demo Press the MENU key repeatedly until the Special Features menu appears on screen 2 Select CH LABELS using the UP DOWN arrow keys Press a RIGHT LEFT arrows repeatedly to choose the correct Call Letters or Channel Letters from the 84 selections included Enter the next channel you wish to label and repeat 3 until all of the channels have a Channel Label Press ENTER to return to normal viewing 3 ey C v vcr cable r N volume channel WV J mute ers If your cable service should change your channel lineup at any time you can reset all of the labels again PAGE 22 N f fwd gt 206 3480 XDS Display Menu Use the Extended Data Service to show in depth program information Rating Cn gem TV 14 Stereo PIP Ch 30 ABC Spe
11. devices will work with your Zenith remote control PAGE 30 206 3480 Programming Codes Find the codes you need to program your remote On this page TVs and VCRs 121 130 Funai TV VCR 154 MGA Mitsubishi 104 130 34 General Electric 106 116 Montgomery Ward 103 113 33 103 69 147 Signature 2000 103 153 13 102 163 104 Soundesign me Sylvania Philips 19 39 Symphonic TV VCR 154 Pioneer Portland ProScan Telerent Toshiba Daewoo TV VCR Daytron Elektra Magnavox TV VCR 173 Emerson Majestic Zenith Marantz Zenith TV VCR Emerson TV VCR Megatron Memorex General Electric Signature 2000 208 214 219 231 232 214 Audio Dynamics Instant Replay Bell amp Howell J C Penny Philips Broksonic Pioneer Portland ProScan Quasar Curtis Mathes Magnavox Daewoo Marantz Montgomery Ward Multi Tech 206 3480 PAGE 31 Programming Codes Find the codes you need to program your remote On this page Cable Satellite CD Players Tape Decks and Audio Tuners and Amplifiers Cable Satellite Allegro RCA DSS Allegro A B Switch 361 Regency United Satellite Gemini Samsung Universal General Electric 367 Scientific Atlanta 316 323 336 Vid Tech 364 General Instrument 304 Video Way Sprucer 313 310 Viewstar 355 372 Standard Comp 335 Hamlin Zenith 353 374 Paragon Stargate 379 T Zenith S
12. expanded view clockwise tightens and counterclockwise loosens CR Maisie Vide Antenna If you re using a cable box Auto Program might Cable e only find the channel your cable service is on usu ally channel 3 or 4 Don t worry that s all you need Mini glossary CABLE SERVICE The wire that supplies all your cable TV CATV stations 206 3480 Hook Up Your Antenna and VCR Connect a VCR to your Entertainment Machine Locate the Antenna Cable jack on the back of your Entertainment Machine Connect the cable that runs from the wall directly to this jack according to the diagram to the right Remove the back of the remote and put in two AAA batteries back of f remote Om Plug in your Entertainment Machine Do not plug it into a switched outlet Your Entertainment Machine is designed to operate on house hold current 120 volt 60 Hertz AC do not attempt to operate it on DC Current Go to page 10 to Auto Program your Entertainment Machine If you have a 75 ohm RF cable then you don t need any adapters Remember when screwing RF cables onto jacks clockwise tight ens and counterclockwise loosens Note You will need to connect a VCR to your television in order to use the Picture In Picture feature See page 29 to set the signal source for your PIP Antenna Flat Wire Antenna with VCR Flat wire 8 ooo gt VCR back 300 ohm s t VCR back AV pana i ch 3 4
13. selection Setup Menu Auto Program Add Del Ch 72 Added Clock Set Setup Menu Captions Auto Program Caption Text Add Del Ch 72 Deleted Audio Mode Clock Set Language Captions Caption Text Audio Mode Language gt Press the MENU key on the remote so the Setup menu appears Select the Ch Add Delete menu using the UP DOWN arrows Using either the NUMBER key pad or the CHANNEL UP DOWN arrows on the remote select a channel If adding a deleted channel you will need to use the NUMBER key pad Using the RIGHT LEFT arrows pick whether that channel is Added or Deleted To continue select another channel and repeat step 4 If you are finished press ENTER to return to TV viewing You can add or delete a channel without the remote control Please refer to page 12 on working the menus with the but tons on the front of your Entertainment Machine If you delete a channel it isn t gone for good Just select it z l using the NUMBER key pad on the remote or add it later Mini glossary ADD This function lets you add new channels to the list that you ll scroll through when using your remote DELETE This function lets you remove channels that you don t watch from the list you ll scroll through 206 3480 PAGE 15 Clock Set Set the clock on your Entertainment Machine C Setup Menu Auto Program Add Del Clock Set 8 55 AM lt FISHBK Captions Caption Text Audio Mode Language
14. time removes on screen menus Press after channel numbers for instant selection quit pause When in the TV mode it allows you to escape from most menu options When in the VCR mode it allows you to stall the tape momentarily Play Stop Allows you to play or stop a videotape when the Remote has been programmed to operate a VCR Use also to cycle and select a feature in AN on screen menu display remote control part number MBR3346Z 124 229 1 206 3480 PAGE 11 Front Panel Diagram Model B25A30Z Here s how to use your six button panel to operate the menus When using the on screen menus the buttons on the front panel correspond to the remote control buttons as follows VOLUME Adjust Left Right CHANNEL Select Up Down To access the Setup menu press the MENU button once to get the Video menus press the MENU button twice Choose the function you wish to change using the CHANNEL UP DOWN buttons The Channel buttons act as a select Up Down function The VOLUME buttons act as an adjustment Left Right func tion Use the VOLUME buttons to make changes or adjustments MENU w CHANNEL amp lt 4 VOLUME gt POWER Menus disappear after five seconds A WY To get them back push the MENU button again PAGE 12 206 3480 Front Panel Diagram Model B27A30Z Here s how to use your ten button panel to operate the menus To access the Setup menu press the MENU button repea
15. when screwing in RF RF coaxial wire cables onto jacks clockwise tight ee ens and counterclockwise loosens oe with TV Without A V cables most VCRs will A Fa v A V cables not play videocassettes in stereo TV back panel not include sound T expanded view 4 with TV OPE Audio In Video Note You will need to connect a VCR to your television in order to use the Picture In Picture feature See page 29 to set the signal source for your PIP 206 3480 Auto Program Use Auto Program to automatically find and store all of the stations available in your area Setup Menu Auto Program B To Program Add Del Surf Clock Set Captions Auto Program Caption Text Auto Program Audio Mode Cable TV Language Searching Off Air Antenna Press To Change lt A gt To Program Checking Cable TV Input Type With the remote control in hand press the POWER button to turn on your Entertainment Machine Press the MENU key so the Setup menu appears Using the UP DOWN arrows on the remote control select Auto Program on your screen Press a RIGHT or LEFT arrow to reach the Auto Program screen Using the UP DOWN arrows choose either Cable TV or Off Air Antenna on your screen Press a RIGHT or LEFT arrow to begin Auto Program Press ENTER to return to TV viewing Mini glossary Auto Program Searching Auto Program Ch
16. your screen for a while Wet a soft cloth in a mixture of lukewarm water and a little fabric softener or dish washing detergent Wring the cloth until it s almost dry and then use it to wipe the screen 2 Make sure the excess water is off the screen and then let it air dry before you turn on your Entertainment Machine Cabinet Cleaning 1 Use a soft cloth with a mild soap solution to wipe the cabinet avoid using any cleaner that says industrial strength or will wash the white off of rice on the label 2 Rinse the cloth and wipe the cabinet again 3 Let the cabinet air dry before turning the Entertainment Machine on Wood Cabinets Use a quality wood cleaner and polish This will protect the Entertainment Machine from dirt and dust as well as keep the cabinet looking new Extended Absence If you leave your Entertainment Machine dormant for a long time such as a vacation it s a good idea to unplug the power to protect against possible damage from lightning or power surges If you use an off air antenna you may also want to disconnect it from the back of your TV before leaving If you unplug your Entertainment Machine z you may have to reset the clock using the Clock Set menu described earlier PAGE 36 206 3480 Recommended Video Accessories INDOOR AMPLIFIED ANTENNA Receive Local programming NOT available on your Satellite system Perfect backup antenna for cable outages Enhanced qu
17. 6 3480 Parental Control Continued Determine the channels and video sources your family and friends can or cannot access Special Features Timer Setup Ch Labels XDS Display Auto Demo A P To Block Parental Parental Control Control Aux Block Dialog MPAA Language Age Block a gt To Block Set Hours Sex Scenes F Violence No Content No Rating Set Password Lock On Off Press the MENU key repeatedly until the Special Features menu appears on screen Select Parental Control using the UP DOWN arrow keys Press the RIGHT LEFT arrows to select Block Channels Using the UP DOWN arrow buttons select MPAA to block channels according to the MPAA guidelines Select Age volume channel Block to block according to Age and Content Block to block channels according to program content Enter the next channel you wish to label and repeat until all of the channels you wish to block have been included If you wish to block a video source VCR or DVD etc press the UP DOWN arrow keys and select BLOCK VIDEO and repeat 3 To set the hours you wish the Parental Control feature to be on press the UP DOWN arrow keys and select SET HOURS Use the SET PASSWORD feature to insert a four digit code that will make sure no one else can change your settings Finally set the lock to ON to complete the blocking out of the channels or video sources Press ENTER to return to normal viewing PG PG
18. LE The wire that comes from an off air antenna or cable service provider The end looks like a hex shaped nut with a wire sticking through the middle It screws onto the threaded jack on the back of your TV 300 TO 75 OHM A small device that connects a two wire 300 ohm antenna to a ADAPTER 75 ohm RF jack They are usually about an inch long with two screws on one end and a round opening with a wire sticking out on the other end A V CABLES Audio Video cables Three cables bunched together right audio red left audio white and video yellow A V cables are used for stereo playback of videocassettes and for higher quality picture and sound from other A V devices This function lets you add new channels to list that you ll scroll through when using your remote ANTENNA The physical receiver of television signals sent over the air A large metal piece of equipment does not always have to be visible for your home to be using an antenna AUTO PROGRAM Auto Program has your Entertainment Machine automatically find all the channels available in your area BLOCK Restrict or censor a channel for a set length of time DELETE This function lets you remove channels that you don t watch from the list you ll scroll through using your remote Refers to the jack that receives a signal from a TV VCR or other A V device JACK A connection on the back of a TV VCR or any other A V device MONO SOUND Mono monaural sound is one channel of sou
19. al 17 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 18 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings 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 product 19 Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 20 Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servic ing to qualified service personnel under the following con ditions a If the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f If the product exhibits a distinct change in perform ance 21 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure t
20. ality picture and stereo sound in weak signal areas e Amplified VHF UHF FM Antenna includes 4 feet of 75 ohm cable for easy hookup S775 ONLY 34 95 Sirene 8mons TELEVISION WALL MOUNTS Set up your an room or apor room in style Sturdy black wall mounts keep the TV off your furniture and in easy view All mounts have 90 degree and 10 degree tilt angles e ALGW27 fits most 25 to 27 TVs ONLY 59 99 e ALGW20 fits most 19 and 20 TVs ONLY 49 99 e ALGw13 fits most 13 Televisions ONLY 39 99 Available in White just add WH to part number e g ALGW27 WH For ALL ORDERS ADD 6 95 SHIPPING amp HANDLING ZENITH 5 FUNCTION REMOTE Broken or lost remote Need a second remote or more functions Order direct from Zenith e Operates TV VCR CD DVD amp Cable Boxes e Operates PIP and Most Screen Menus e Extended Range amp MORE Orders 1 year or more after product purchase may receive upgraded models Other Remotes with 3 4 5 amp 7 Functions Available Upon Request ZEN 525 ONLY 19 99 Siene nomns J i k O D pa o o EO i UGoo U ae 0 E os zenith ORDER TODAY CALL OR FAX TOLL FREE 1 800 255 6790 Use Your Visa or MasterCard to Order PLEASE ALLOW 3 4 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY aaa C VISA Fax 1 888 693 6484 email parts sales zenith com Your Zenith Warranty Direct View Color TV Welcome into the Zenith family We believe th
21. ast not your Entertainment Machine e Are the Audio A V cables properly installed e Are the wires for external speakers if you have external speakers properly installed e Are you in TV or cable tuning mode and should be in the other e Make sure output channels on all A V equipment are on the same channel 3 or 4 e Check that all connections are tight e Is the AC power plugged in e Check that your AC power outlet works Test it by plugging in something else or try another plug e Make sure your brightness and audio controls are set properly e Try another channel The problem may be with the broadcast e Check the color control in the Video menu e Try another channel The problem may be with the broadcast e The CC closed caption option may be in Text mode Select OFF in the Captions Text menu e Your program is in letterbox This means that the shape of your TV is a square but the program is a rectangle Think of the bars as empty space the program doesn t fill not picture that s blocked out Because this format is a direct representation of film as you see it in the movies you are actually seeing MORE of the program when you see those bars Trust us e Make sure the batteries are fresh and installed properly e Try unplugging the TV waiting about five minutes and then plugging it back in and trying again PAGE 33 Glossary A complete list of definitions for words found in this guide 75 OHM RF CAB
22. at you will be pleased with your new Zenith Entertainment Machine Please read this warranty carefully it is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined under Federal Law This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state within the U S A ZENITH RESPONSIBILITY Service Labor During a period of 90 days from effective warranty date Zenith will provide service labor by a Zenith authorized service center when needed as determined by Zenith as a result of manufacturing defects New or remanufactured replacements for factory defective parts will be supplied by a Zenith authorized service center for one year from effective warranty date color picture tube two years Such replacement parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period Home Service Warranty service for 21 diagonal U S A or larger screen size models is provided in the home in most cases Some repairs may require the unit to be taken by the servicer to the repair facility and returned at no additional charge Not Covered This warranty covers manufacturing defects and does not cover installation adjustment of customer controls in the home installation or repair of home antenna systems cable converters or cable company supplied equipment it also does not cover damage due to misuse abuse negligence acts of God or other causes beyond the control of Zenith Any alteration of the product after manufa
23. atellite 328 330 Jerrold Philips Texscan 356 371 378 318 346 Pioneer 460 461 498 501 502 442 444 445 Panasonic 498 501 Philips 416 417 Pioneer 422 433 Technics Toshiba Marantz Philips Yamaha Pioneer 490 491 Zenith 460 461 498 i 501 502 Radio Shack _ 498 501 Realistic PAGE 32 206 3480 Troubleshooting Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself SYMPTOMS Snowy picture and poor sound Multiple images or ghost shadows Interference Sharp lines across the screen and poor sound Normal picture but no sound No picture and poor sound No picture and no sound No color but the sound is 0 K Picture has a big black box on it but the sound is 0 K Picture has two horizontal black bars one on top and one on bottom Remote control doesn t work Menu options won t change 206 3480 SOLUTIONS e Check your antenna connection or location e Check your antenna direction and or location e Make sure the wire from your antenna to your Entertainment Machine is properly connected The following may cause image problems or distortion Electrical appliances powerful lights cars trucks computers or portable phones medical equipment e If possible increase the distance between your Entertainment Machine and the offending appliance Or shut one of them off e Check volume control e Make sure the TV is not Muted e Try another channel The problem may be the broadc
24. be preset and turned either on or off by the user who specifies the secret 4 digit code or password The number of hours blocked can be specified General audience and children viewer blocks can both be programmed into the TV s memory Viewer ratings are specified for both TV and the motion picture industry both rating systems can be used These ratings are based mainly on the ages of children Below are listed explanations of each of the blocking options and a guide to help you access and select the Parental Control option best suited for your viewing environment Aux Block Allows you to block the signal sent by equipment connected to the TV Audio Video input jacks such as a VCR a DVD Player Laser Disc Player etc So if you do not wish somebody to watch a videotape a Laser Disc etc just set the Aux Block to Sources Blocked MPAA The Motion Picture Association of America s Rating system has been included for those people who may be more familiar with this rating system See layout on next page There are six levels of settings They are G and Above PG and Above PG 13 and Above R and Above NC 17 and Above and X Press to LEFT or RIGHT arrows access NOTE If you choose TV PG all of the more restrictive ratings will be automatically blocked This means that the viewer will not be able to see TV PG TV 14 or TV MA rated programming Age Block You may wish to use these ratings instead They are divided into two groups General and
25. cial Features Timer Setup Ch Labels XDS Display NOVA Parental Ctrl Auto Demo Length 01 00 Time Left 00 45 G 2 i Press MENU on the remote repeatedly until the Special Features menu appears Highlight the XDS Display option using the Select UP and DOWN arrows Use either the RIGHT or LEFT arrow to specify On or Off On XDS Display will appear as channels are changed Off XDS Display will not appear when channels are changed volume channel Y Press QUIT to return to TV viewing rue Sue At the time of this printing XDS data is only being carried by some broadcasting stations and as a result is only available on some channels Even though XDS data may be present it may not be available during commercial or network breaks Mini glossary XDS Extended Data Service if provided by the broadcaster may show some or all of the following information Channel Time Audio display Network label if present Title of program Length of program in hours and minutes and the Time remaining on the program in hours and minutes 206 3480 PAGE 23 Parental Control This feature offers a wide variety of options and settings that restrict or block undesirable programming from appearing on your TV screen AN OVERVIEW Parental Control allows the user the capability of defining which program rating they consider acceptable to the younger or more sensitive viewer It can
26. cture voids this warranty in its entirety THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ZENITH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL INDIRECT OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU OWNER S RESPONSIBILITY Effective Warranty Date Warranty begins on the date of original consumer purchase For your convenience keep the dealer s dated bill of sale or delivery ticket as evidence of the purchase date Operating Guide Read your Operating Guide carefully so that you will understand the operation of your set and how to adjust the customer controls Carry In Service Models under 21 diagonal U S A screen size must be taken to a Zenith authorized service center for warranty service and must be picked up by the owner Antenna Reception problems caused by inadequate home antenna or faulty antenna connections are the owner s responsibility Important Product Registration Please fill out and mail your Product Registration Card It is imperative that Zenith know how to reach you promptly if we should discover a safety problem that could affect you Warranty
27. d in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to 11 Power Sources This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home con sult your product dealer or local power company For prod ucts intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions 12 Line Cord Polarization This product is equipped with a polarized alternating cur rent 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 pur pose of the polarized plug 13 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product Continued on next page IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Continued from previous page 14 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cab
28. eed to connect a VCR to your television in order to use the Picture In Picture feature See pages 8 9 to hook up your VCR 206 3480 PAGE 29 Programming the Remote Program your remote to work with a vast range of A V devices The device you want to program should be ON i 22 On the chart in this manual find the type of device you re programming and then find the brand name Make a note of the three digit code you ll need it soon Indicator Light Press and hold the PRG key It s recessed so it doesn t get pushed accidentally When the indicator light behind the PRG button turns on you 4 g source can release the button N tv var Push the button with the name of the device you re programming VCR CABLE TV Using the number pad enter the three digit code found on the chart in the Reference section Press ENTER to save the code The indicator light will flash three times and turn off if the code was accepted Aim the remote at the device and push the POWER button It should turn off If not try the other codes listed and continue from step three Note After programming to operate the device you have just programmed press the proper Mode button first Programming your Zenith remote will allow you to use one remote to work up to 3 different devices Not all
29. enced radio TV technician for help 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 Entertainment Machine is a trademark of Zenith Electronics Corportion IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important safeguards for you and your new product Your product has been manufactured and tested with your safety in mind However improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your new product please read and observe the following safety points when installing and using your new product and save them for future reference Observing the simple precautions discussed in this booklet can help you get many years of enjoyment and safe operation that are built into your new product This product complies with all applicable U S Federal safety requirements and those of the Canadian Standards Association 1 Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated 2 Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed 3 Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 4 Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instruc tions should be adhered to 5 Cleaning Unpl
30. eturn to TV viewing Not all programming is broadcast in Stereo 206 3480 PAGE 19 Language Options Choose the language you want all of the menus to appear in Setup Menu Auto Program Add Del Clock Set Captions Caption Text Audio Mode Language English Press the MENU key on the remote control so that the Setup menu appears Using the UP DOWN arrows on the remote control select Language on your screen Press a RIGHT LEFT arrow to choose any of the fol lowing options English Spanish or French volume channel Press ENTER to return to regular TV viewing PAGE 20 206 3480 Timer Setup Set your Entertainment Machine to automatically turn on and off d n Special Features Timer Menu Timer Setup To Set Timers Sleep Timer Ch Labels On Time XDS Display off Time Parental Ctrl On Off Timer Auto Demo 7 N Press the MENU key repeatedly until the Special Features menu appears on screen eA rower Select TIMER Setup using the UP DOWN arrow keys Press a RIGHT LEFT arrows to choose the time 10 minutes fa up to 4 hours that you want your TV to turn itself off votume channel If you want the TV to turn on and off automatically every day use the UP DOWN arrow keys select ON TIME and use the RIGHT LEFT keys to set the time you want the TV to turn itself on Once again using the UP DOWN
31. he service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the origi nal part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 22 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condi tion 23 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer 24 Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat 206 3480 Hook Up Directory IMPORTANT Use this page to decide where you need to begin your su First find the line below that best describes what you want to do then go to that page number Antenna only If you are using an antenna and no other equipment go to Cable only If you have cable service or a cable box and no other equipment go to Cable TV wall jack Cable box Cable TV wall jack o In Cable box Out Eoc Note You will need to connect a VCR to your television in order to use the Picture In Picture feature 206 3480 Hook Up Your Antenna to the TV Connect an antenna to your Entertainment Machine Locate the Antenna Cable jack on the back of you
32. ine 300 TO 75 OHM ADAPTER A small device that connects a two wire 300 ohm antenna to a 75 ohm RF jack They are usually about an inch long with two screws on one end and a round opening with a wire sticking out on the other end 206 3480 Hook Up Your Cable Service CATV Connect cable service to your Entertainment Machine Locate the Antenna Cable jack on the back of your Entertainment Cable to Entertainment Machine Machine Connect the cable that runs from the wall directly to this jack eal Cable TV according to the diagram to the wall jac right O TV back Remove the back of the remote ji i and put in two AAA batteries back of fi g remote OED EN TV back panel RF coaxial wire 75 ohm expanded view Plug in your Entertainment ier Antenna Machine Do not plug it into a Cable e Ce switched outlet Your k Entertainment Machine is Cable TV wall jac designed to operate on household c current 120 volt 60 Hertz AC do Cable with Cable Box to not attempt to operate it on DC Entertainment Machine Current Audio In Video Go to page 10 to Auto Program your Entertainment Machine Cable box If you re using a cable box leave your TV on chan nel 3 or 4 and use your cable box to change chan nels 4 ae TV back panel Remember when screwing RF cables onto jacks RF coaxial wire aati
33. le system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code U S A ANSI NFPA 70 provides informa tion with regard to proper grounding of the mast and sup porting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors loca tion of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Example of Grounding According to National Electrical Code Instructions Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810 20 Grounding Conductor A NEC Section 810 21 Electric Service Equipment Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC T Art 250 Part H NEC National Electrical Code 15 Lightning For added protection for this product receiver during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 16 Power Lines 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 fat
34. machine numbers B25A30Z B27A30Z 1 B32A30Z B36A30Z Zenith h ookup directory 5 CTD operating guide warranty 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 you record these numbers here MODEL NO SERIAL NO DO NOT OPEN WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHO 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 EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND
35. nd On more than one speaker all the speakers play the same audio OUTPUT Refers to the jack that sends a signal out of a VCR DVD or other A N device SECOND AUDIO Second Audio Programming SAP is another separate audio channel PROGRAMMING SAP available with some programming Choosing SAP often refers to listening to audio in another language such as Spanish or French SIGNAL Picture and sound traveling through cable or on the air to your television screen STEREO SOUND Stereo stereophonic sound refers to audio that s divided into right and left sides Device that picks up the signal and turns them into picture and sound PAGE 34 206 3480 Find what you want quickly FEATURE Antenna Auto Program Audio Mode Captions and Text Menu Channel Labels Ch Add Del Clock Set Front Panel Diagram Glossary Hook Up Directory Language Menu Maintenance Parental Control PIP Menu Programming the Remote Programming Codes Remote Control Diagram Safety Information Setup Menu Source menu Timer Setup Troubleshooting Warranty XDS Display 206 3480 PAGE 35 Maintenance Caring for your Entertainment Machine Early malfunctions can be prevented Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you will have with your new Entertainment Machine Be sure to turn the power off and pull out the plug before you begin any cleaning Screen Cleaning 1 Here s a great way to keep the dust off
36. o TV viewing or repeat from step four to set the other menu options Using the Up Down arrow select Picture Pref on your screen Using the RIGHT LEFT arrows choose either the original settings with Preset or use your own settings with Custom Press ENTER to continue watching TV Ze PAGE 27 PIP Menu How to use the PIP features in your Entertainment Machine PIP Menu Color Tint Size Press the PIP button on your Remote Control to make the PIP inset appear on screen Press PIP again to remove PIP from the screen The COLOR TINT and SIZE features allow you to adjust the picture settings to your own personal taste PAGE 28 206 3480 Source Menu Choose between Antenna Cable and Video Sources Source Menu Source Menu Main Source Antenna Cable Main Source PIP Source PIP Source Press the MENU key on the remote control repeatedly until the Source Menu appears on screen It will show that the source of the picture on your screen is either coming from your Antenna Cable or from your Video Video can be VCR a DVD player etc Press a RIGHT LEFT arrow to make an adjustment changing the signal source from Antenna Cable to your Video or vice versa Press ENTER to clear the screen If you wish to find out the source that your PIP is coming from or you want to adjust it select PIP Note You will n
37. r Entertainment Machine Connect the cable that runs from the wall directly to this jack according to the diagram to the right Remove the back of the remote and put in two AAA batteries back of remote ag SES Plug in your Entertainment Machine Do not plug it into a switched outlet Your Entertainment Machine is designed to operate on household current 120 volt 60 Hertz AC do not attempt to operate it on DC Current Go to page 10 to Auto Program your Entertainment Machine wD o o If you have a 75 ohm RF cable max then you don t need any adapters oo x Remember when screwing RF cables onto jacks clockwise tightens and counterclockwise loosens Mini glossary 75 OHM RF CABLE Antenna I I t Antenna Y Flat wire i a 00 ohm N Na Flat wire antenna to Entertainment Machine TV back TV back panel expanded view Audio In Video Antenna A Cable OQXkD D 300 75 ohm Adapter aN Antenna to Entertainment Machine a o 1 1 1 Y N TV back panel D Audio In Video expanded view Antenna Cable ODO oD RF coaxial wire 75 ohm cK The wire that comes from an off air antenna or cable service provider Each end looks like a hex shaped nut with a wire sticking through the middle and it screws onto the threaded jack on the back of you Entertainment Mach
38. rantees you a genuine Zenith replacement picture tube and service from a Zenith authorized service center Be sure to send in the Product Registration Card We will send you an application for the Protection Plan near the expiration of the two year manufacturer s warranty on the picture tube For additional information call 256 774 4088 PAGE 38 Copyright 1999 Zenith Electronics Corporation 206 3480 B
39. tedly until the Setup Menu appears on screen Press the Select button to choose the function you wish to change Use the ADJUST buttons to make changes or adjustments Press the Enter button to clear the screen ao enter lt adjust gt select menu v volume a v channel a power a CIL C A Tid Menus disappear after five seconds To get them back push the MENU button again 206 3480 PAGE 13 Setup Menu Here are descriptions of the menu options found in the Setup menu Function Auto Program Ch Add Del Clock Set Captions Captions Text Audio Menu Language PAGE 14 What it does Go to page Automatically finds and stores active 10 channels to flip through using Setup Menu Channel Up Down Manually pick and choose which Auto Program active channels will appear when flipping through using Channel Add Del Up Down Clock Set Sets the current time on your Captions Entertainment Machine Captions Text Switches closed captions on or off Audio Mode Displays closed captions or text Language when available Options are Caption 1 Caption 2 Caption 3 Caption 4 Text 1 Text 2 Text 3 and Text 4 ATES ts OTERO what on screen menus look like Switch with ease between stereo and monaural sound Selects language for on screen menus Your options are English Spanish or French 206 3480 Setting Ch Add Del Customize your channel
40. ug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 6 Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool 7 Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tri pod bracket or table The product may fall causing seri ous injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer 8 Transporting Product A product and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn PORTABLE CART WARNING 206 3480 9 Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards 10 Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventila tion and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating and these openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should not be place
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