Zenith C27F33 27" TV
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1. 26 DVD Player Connection and Setup e Connect component video inputs to Y Ps PR 480i and audio IN2 to audio L R inputs e Note This TV is programmed to remember which mode it was last set to even if you turn the TV off 1 How to connect TV Connection Panel DVD OUTPUT 2 How to use e Turn on the DVD e Turn the TV on and use the TV VIDEO button on the remote control or TV VIDEO button on the front panel to select COMPONENT e Press PLAY on the DVD see DVD operation manual 27 Model C27F33 C32F33 Power requirements Television system Television channels Power consumption External antenna impedance Audio output Speaker outputs External input ports E Product Specifications Horizontal size inches 32 7 Height inches 23 6 Thickness inches 20 Weight pounds 116 8 Horizontal size inches 35 3 Height inches 26 9 Thickness inches 21 5 Weight pounds 174 2 AC 120 V NTSC VHF 2 13 UHF 14 69 Cable 01 125 See the back of the TV 75Q 7W 7W 89X2 Video input jacks 3 sets Video output jacks 1 set S video input port 1 set Component input jacks 1 set Earphone jack 1 E Maintenance Early malfunctions can be prevented Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you will have with your new TV Be sure to turn the power off and pull out the plug before you begin any cleaning Screen Cleaning 1 Here s a great2. 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e 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 e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment CAUTION Do not attempt to modify this pro
3. a defective product shall be borne by the consumer CUSTOMER INTER ACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS For nearest Authorized Service Center Call 1 877 9Zenith 1 877 993 6484 Monday Friday Where to buy Product Assistance or 7 AM 8 PM CT and Saturday 8 AM 5 PM CT and select Customer Assistance appropriate option from the menu Or visit our website at http www zenithservice com P N 3828VA0343G MC022A 206 03834
4. 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 consult your product dealer or local power company For products 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 current 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 purpose 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 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 cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection
5. that accompanies the stereo program as the system to be transmitted one additional sound signal as well as the original one MTS function doesn t operate in the video mode Using the mts Button 1 Use the mts button to select your desired MTS mode Each time you press this button the MONO STEREO or SAP mode appear in turn 2 Press the enter m button Notes e Stereo or SAP can only be received when the TV station transmits those signals even though you have selected STEREO or SAP e Mono sound is automatically received if the broadcast is only in Mono even though STEREO or SAP has been selected Select MONO if you want to listen to mono sound in remote fringe areas during stereo SAP broadcasting Auto Sound Control You can enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because the TV set automatically adjusts the sound appropriate to viewing program character Using the dasp Button 1 Press the dasp button 2 Use the dasp button to select Dolby virtual Flat Movie Music Sports or User 3 Press the enter m button to remove menu Using the Audio Menu 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use the A V button to select DASP 3 Use the lt gt button to select Dolby virtual Flat Movie Music Sports or User 4 Press the menu button to remove menu av MOVE BNEXT MENU EXIT 17 Sound Control Adjusting the Equaliz
6. that the remote control is needed to operate it This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use amp W button to select Key lock 3 Use the lt gt button to select On or Off 4 Press the menu button to remove menu Notes e With the key lock on the display Key lock appears on the screen if any button on the front panel is pressed while viewing the TV e This TV is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you switch the TV from standby mode Fine Tuning Adjustment Fine Tuning adjusts the picture to a stable condition when it is poor for example a horizontal stripe twisted picture or no color in program 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right Press the gt and then use A W button to select Manual program Press the button Use the A button to select Fine Use the lt gt button to adjust the picture to the desired appearance Press the menu button to remove menu GD oi ine Notes e To remove the memorized fine tuning setting reprogram the fine tuned channel with AUTO PROGRAM or MANUAL PROGRAM e If a finely tuned channel is memorized the color of the channel number changes to yellow 13 Language English Key lock Degauss Parental ctl 4yYMOVE NEXT MENU EXIT Language Engl
7. 25 Connecting a DVD player ssecseseseees 27 Product Specifications ccsceseeeeee 28 Maintenance cceeceseereeeeesseeneeeeseeeeeeees 29 Troubleshooting Checklist se0s 30 Your Zenith Limited Warranty Back cover Step 3 Set up the individual features picture and sound to your personal preference See appropriate pages Remote Front Panel Controls 1 MUTE Press to mute sound Press again to restore sound 2 POWER or ON OFF Refer to Turning the TV On Off 1 3 NUMBER Direct channel selection 4 CAPTION be Gece Selects CAPTION mode aD Refer to Closed captions arc colortemp menu 5 ARC Selects 4 3 or 16 9 picture formats 6 COLOR TEMPERATURE Adjusts TV color temperature 7 CHANNEL UP DOWN 4 e Selects the desired channel Selects the desired menu option when menu is displayed on the screen VOLUME UP DOWN lt gt e Increase or decrease volume level e Enters or adjusts the selected menu when menu is displayed on the screen 8 VCR BUTTON Control some video cassette recorders 9 SLEEP a prog memory erase Sets desired sleep time 10 FLASHBACK To return to the previous channel 11 MTS Selects to the MTS sound MONO STEREO or SAP 12 AUTO PROGRAM Memorizes channels with AUTO PROGRAM 13 MEMORY ERASE Memorizes or erases selected channel This is a simplified representation of front panel 14 TV VIDEO Se
8. Installation and Operating Guide Warranty Model Numbers C27F33 C32F33 Direct View TVs zenith zenit zenith Be Copyright 2002 Zenith Electronics Corporation RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER For future reference 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 those numbers here MODEL NO SERIAL NO 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 important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of appliance WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE NOTE TO CABLE TV INSTALLER This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installers attention to Article 820 40 of the National Electric Code U S A The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular
9. NITH WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL INDIRECT SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS LOST OR CORRUPTED PROGRAMMING OR DATA OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that may vary from state to state THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO 1 Damages or operating problems that result from shipping installation adjustment of user controls calibration maintenance or failure to maintain or separate system components and 2 Damages or operating problems that result from normal wear and tear misuse abuse operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to the requirements or precautions in the Operating Guide accident lightning strikes or other natural causes unauthorized modification or alteration incorrect electrical current or voltage reception problems caused by inadequate home antenna or faulty antenna connections computer software institutional or commercial use or other causes not arising out of defect in material or workmanship 3 Therefore the cost of repair or replacement of such
10. ON Direct View TV Limited Warranty USA zenith Zenith will repair or replace your product at Zenith s option if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period Warranty Period listed below effective from the date Date of Purchase of original consumer purchase of the product This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in the United States excluding U S Territories WARRANTY PERIOD HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED LABOR 90 days from the Date of Purchase In Home Service Please retain dealer s dated bill of sale or delivery ticket as evidence of the Date of Purchase for Parts One year from the Date of Purchase proof of warranty and submit a copy of the bill of sale to the service person at the time warranty service is provided Picture Tube Two years from the Date of Purchase Please call 1 877 9Zenith 1 877 993 6484 to locate your nearest Zenith Authorized Service Center Parts replaced are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period Replacement parts may be new or factory remanufactured THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE ZE
11. ack on the side of the TV 2 Connect the audio video output jacks of the VCR to the IN 3 A V jacks on the side of the TV 3 Use the TV VIDEO button to select VIDEO 3 Note If you connect the S VHS audio output jacks on the VCR to the S VIDEO jack and IN 1 or IN 2 audio jacks on the back of the TV select VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 4 Press the PLAY button on the VCR Video playback is visible on the TV screen N eS VCR Recording Setup for TV Programs VIDEO LMONO AUDIO R 1 Connect the audio video input jacks of the recording VCR to the OUT A V jacks on the TV connection panel 2 Select the channel number on the TV 3 Set the recording VCR to record VCR Recording Setup for a VCR 1 Connect the output jacks of the playback VCR to the IN 1 or IN 2 A V jacks on the back of the TV or IN 3 jacks on the side of TV 2 Connect the input jacks of the recording VCR to the OUT A V jacks on the back of the TV 3 Use the TV VIDEO button to select VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 If you connect it to the IN 3 A V jacks on the side of TV you should select VIDEO 3 4 Press the PLAY button on the playback VCR and set the recording VCR to record Playback VCR
12. against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code U S A ANSI NFPA 70 provides information with regard 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 Example of Grounding According to National Electrical Code Instructions Ground Clam j Antenna Lead in Wire Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810 20 Grounding Conductor NEC Section 810 21 Electric Service Equipment Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC 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 fatal 17 Overloading Do n
13. ain the various outdoor antennas available to you 300 Ohm Flat Wire 75 Ohm Coaxial Cable 1 Connect the 300 ohm flat wire to the screws on 1 Connect the 75 ohm coaxial cable directly to the 300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter the 75 ohm antenna jack 2 Push the end of 300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter onto the 75 ohm antenna jack Connecting a CATV Cable If you subscribe to a CATV system make the antenna connection as described below 1 9 75 ohm CATV Cable gt 300 to 75 ohm mp m Adapter 75 ohm i from cable TV source Antenna Jack 1 Remove the 300 to 75 ohm adapter or the cable from the TV if attached 2 Connect the CATV cable 75 ohm coaxial cable to the 75 ohm antenna jack 24 External Equipment Connections You can connect additional equipment such as VCRs camcorders etc to your TV Connection panels shown here may be somewhat different from your TV Here is an example drawing of a typical jackpack layout I OO xro O O 3 1 IN 1 JACKS Connect external equipment outputs VCR LASER DISC CAMCORDER to these inputs Use the TV VIDEO button to select VIDEO 1 2 IN 2 JACKS Connect external equipment outputs VCR LASER DISC CAMCORDER to these inputs Use the TV VIDEO button to select VIDEO 2 3 IN 3 JACKS Connect external equipment outputs VCR LASER DISC CAMCORDER to these inputs Use the TV VIDEO button to select VIDEO 3 4 OUT JACKS Connect ext
14. alogue and narration of television programs Using Closed Captions Captions are the subtitles of the dialogue and narration of television programs For prerecorded programs program dialogue can be arranged into captions in advance It s possible to caption a live program by using a process called real time captioning which 28 ce creates captions instantly Real time captioning is normally done by ee POs Cs professional reporters using a machine shorthand system and computer for translation into English Captioning is an effective system for the hearing impaired and it can also aid in teaching language skills e The picture at left shows a typical caption Caption Tips Notall TV broadcasts include closed caption signals Sometimes TV stations broadcast two different caption signals on the same channel By selecting from CC 1 to CC 4 you can choose which signal you view Mode 1 is usually the signal with the captions while another mode 2 might show demonstration or programming information e Your TV might not receive caption signals normally in the following situations Poor reception conditions are encountered m IGNITION Picture may flutter drift suffer from black spots or horizontal streaking Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems neon lamps electrical drills and other electrical appliances m GHOSTS Ghosts are caused when the TV signal splits and
15. anona dene ot oe et 12 Operating DEQaUSS ce eeeeeeeeeeeteteeteetees 13 Key LOCK iriser edio 13 Fine TUNING erisiiiesik sininen 13 Picture Tilt paaano tisaeseies 14 Favorite Channel MemOry cceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 14 Wide Zoom Picture ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeteenees 14 Picture Control sassssssssnsunnunnunnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnn 15 Auto Picture Control cccsseteseterenenenenees 15 VM Velocity Modulation 0 00 cece 15 Control Temperature 0 ceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenees 15 Adjusting the Picture cececseeeeeeteeeneees 16 a Setup Checklist Step 1 Connect TV and all equipment See pages 24 27 Step 2 Do a channel search See pages 9 10 Sound Control escceeceeeeseeeseeeeseeeteneeeesees 17 Enjoying Stereo SAP Broadcasts 17 Auto Sound Control 17 Adjusting Equalizer OFF mode in ASC seee 18 Adjusting Balance eseeeseeeeeeeeeeteeaee 18 AVL Auto Volume Leveler n se 18 Adjusting the DBS Dynamic Bass Sound s s 18 Adjusting the Bass essseseseeeeeeeeeneeees 19 Adjusting the Treble n se 19 Closed Caption sssssssssssnsunnunennnnunnnnunnnnnnnnnns 20 Using Closed Captions cece 20 Operating the Caption and Text 21 Parental Control ccsccseccseesseeseeeeeeeeeeeees 22 Blocking Setup eseeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeereeens 23 Antenna Connections ceseeeeeeeee 24 Connection of external equipment
16. duct in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics Corporation Unauthorized modification could void the user s authority to operate this product The responsible party for this product s compliance is Zenith Electronics Corporation 2000 Millbrook Drive Lincolnshire IL 60069 USA 1 847 941 8000 2 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 operating guide 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 instructions should be adhered to 5 Cleaning Unplug this
17. e AUL DASP DBS av MOVE BNEXT MENU EXIT Equalizer Balance AUL DASP DBS av MOVE BNEXT MENU EXIT Equalizer Balance AUL DASP DBS av MOVE NEXT MENU EXIT Adjusting Bass This function is to increase or decrease bass Equalizer 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use 4 W button to select DASP 3 Use the lt gt button to select Dolby virtual 4 Use the A V button to select Bass 5 Use the lt gt button to adjust the bass level 6 Press the menu button to remove menu ACTEM EDR CS VEU EEE Treble 50 Balance 0 DASP Dolby virtual av MOVE 4P ADJUST mBACK Adjusting Treble This function is to increase or decrease treble 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the eee menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use amp button to select DASP 3 Use the lt P gt button to select Dolby virtual 4 Use the amp W button to select Treble 5 Use the lt gt button to adjust the treble level 6 Press the menu button to remove menu av MOVE PNEXT MENU EXIT Bass 50 Balance 0 DASP Dolby virtual av MOVE 4 gt ADJUST mBACK 19 7 Closed Caption Closed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion of a television program into written words which then appear on the television screen in a form similar to subtitles Closed captions allow viewers to read the di
18. e Color temp button to select Neutral Warm or Cool 3 Press the enter m button to remove menu Color Temp Neutral Using the picture appearance menu 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right Contrast 2 Press the gt and then the use A V button to select Color Temp i peepee 3 Use the lt gt button to select Neutral Warm or Cool 7 aae 4 Press the menu button to remove menu UM av MOVE 4 ADJUST 15 Picture Appearance Control Adjusting the Picture Appearance This is the function to manually adjust the desired picture levels Contrast Brightness Color Sharpness Tint of the image to your preference If the picture settings you adjust are not satisfactory you can also select a factory preset picture setup 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use amp W button to select the desired picture ee menu option Color 3 Press the gt button Snar pnoss 4 Use the lt P gt button to adjust the level UM The setting of highlighted menu option is displayed Color Temp Neutral 5 Press the menu button to remove menu av MOVE BNEXT MENU EXIT Brightness 60 Color 60 Sharpness 50 Tint 0 UM High Color Temp Neutral av MOVE 4 gt ADJUST mBACK 16 a Sound Control Stereo SAP Broadcasts Setup This TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any SAP Secondary Audio Program
19. ent parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original 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 condition 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 CONTENTS Safety WarningS sssseceeeeseeeeeeeeeeees 2 Important Safety Instructions 00 3 Remote Front Panel Controls s010 6 Basic TV Setup and Operation e 8 Turning the TV On Off 8 Selecting the Menu Language cceeeeeeee 8 Channel Search cceeceseseeseeeeeeeeeeeneeteeneeaes 9 Memorizing the Channels with AUTO PROGRAM ccececeeceteeseeeeseeeeetereatens 9 Memorizing the Channels with MANUAL PROGRAM ssassn 10 Tuning Channels s s s 10 Adjusting Volume Sound s es 10 Available Features csscsscssseesesees 11 Setting the Clock sssesoeseeeeeeeeenereeeseenerseeeees 11 Setting the OFF TIMER 11 Setting the ON TIMER eseeceeceeeereee 12 Setting the Sleep Timer sses 12 Auto Off
20. er User Mode In ASC 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use A V button to select Equalizer 3 Use the button to select the Equalizer mode 4 Use the lt gt button to select the sound band and then use the A W button to select the desired level 5 Press the menu button to remove menu Adjusting Balance 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the gt and then use A V button to select Balance 3 Use the lt gt button to adjust the balance level 4 Press the menu button to remove menu AVL Auto Volume Leveler AVL automatically maintains an equal volume level even if you change channels Using the Audio Menu 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use amp W button to select AVL 3 Use the lt gt button to select On or Off 4 Press the menu button to remove menu Adjusting the DBS Dynamic Bass Sound 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use A V button to select DBS 3 Use the lt gt button to select On or Off 4 Press the menu button to remove menu 18 Equalizer Balance AVL DASP DBS NEXT MENU EXIT 1 0 5 1 5 5 0 10kHz gt peg 4 gt MOVE 4Y ADJUST BACK Equalizer Balanc
21. ernal equipment inputs VCR Audio amplifier to these outputs for recording or monitoring the selected program 5 EARPHONE JACK Note This TV is programmed to remember which mode it was last set to even if you turn the TV off Connecting AUDIO VIDEO IN Jacks 1 Connect the audio video output jacks of the VCR to IN 1 or IN 2 A V jacks on the back of TV If you connect the video jack only you can t hear the sound from the TV 2 Use the TV VIDEO button to select VIDEO 1 or TV VIDEO 2 Note lf you connect the audio video output jacks of the VCR to the IN 3 A V jacks on the side of the TV select VIDEO 3 Zz TEETAN 3 Press the PLAY button on the VCR The video playback appears on the TV screen ouT 0 VIDEO L MONO AUDIO A ooo 00 Playback VCR Note If using a monaural VCR connect the output jack of VCR to the AUDIO L MONO IN jack of TV so that the sound can be heard from both speakers If you connect it to the AUDIO R IN jack of TV the sound is heard only from right speaker 25 External Equipment Connection and Setup Note When the input jacks on the front panel and back panel are connected to external equipment at the same time the input jacks on the front panel have priority over the input jacks on the back panel of the TV S VHS VCR Connection 1 Connect the S VHS output jack of the VCR to the S VIDEO j
22. follows two paths One is the direct path and the other is reflected off tall buildings hills or other objects Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve reception m SNOW If your receiver is located at the weak fringe area of a TV signal your picture may be marred by small dots It may be necessary to install a special antenna to improve the picture An old bad or illegally recorded tape is played Strong random signals from a car or airplane interfere with the TV signal The signal from the antenna is weak The program wasn t captioned when it was produced transmitted or taped oy A o ho 20 Using the Text Function Text services give a wide variety of information on all kind of subjects ex captioned program lists weather forecasts stock exchange topics news for hearing impaired through the full TV screen But not all stations offer text services even though they might offer captioning Note In the event you receive a poor signal an empty black box may appear and disappear even when the text mode is selected This is a normal occurrence in such an event Operating the Caption and Text Using the Caption Button 1 Press the caption button 2 Use the caption button to select Off Mode 1 4 or Text 1 4 3 Press the enter m button to remove menu Caption Using the Menu 1 Press the menu button repeatedly until the menu is displayed as shown to the l
23. ide Zoom Picture You can select the desired picture format 4 3 or 16 9 1 Use the arc button to select your desired picture format 4 3 Is the standard picture format size e 16 9 You can view either the cinema picture format 16 9 or standard picture format 4 3 in the 16 9 mode 16 9 is viewed as is 4 3 image is expanded to the left and right to fill the 16 9 screen 14 Language English Key lock Off Degauss Off Caption Off Tilt 0 Parental ctl 4yMOVE NEXT MENU EXIT Auto program Manual program Favorite channel av MOVE NEXT MENU EXIT av MOVE 4 gt ADJUST mBACK a Picture Appearance Control Auto Picture Control You can select preprogrammed picture modes Using the apc Button 1 Press the apc button 2 Use the apc button to select Clear Optimum Soft or User 3 Press the enter m button to remove menu Auto picture VM Velocity Modulation If you select VM High the TV will automatically enhance the sharpness of the image s edges 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the ante aet menu shown to the right Brightness 2 Press the and then use A button to select VM Hie 3 Use the lt gt button to select Low High or Off lt D 4 Press the menu button to remove menu Color Temp Neutral av MOVE 4 gt ADJUST mBACK Color Temperature Specify the picture color appearance Using the Color temp Button 1 Press the Color temp button 2 Use th
24. ight 2 Press the and then A button to select Caption 3 Use the lt P gt button to select Off CC 1 4 or Text 1 4 ears Sain 4 Press the menu button to remove menu Brae orn aption Off Tilt 0 Note This TV is programmed to remember which mode it was last set Parental ctl to even if you turn the TV off 4y MOVE NEXT MENU EXIT Language English Key lock Off Degauss Off Tilt 0 Parental ctl 4YMOVE 4 gt ADJUST mBACK 21 7 Parental Control The Parental Control Function V Chip is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcast station The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed Viewing can be blocked by the type of program and by the categories chosen to be blocked It is also possible to block all program viewing for a time period To use the Parental Control Function the following must be set 1 Ratings and categories to be blocked 2 Number of hours to lock the television viewing control 3 Set a password 4 Enable the lock V Chip Rating and Categories Rating guidelines are provided by broadcast stations Most television programs and television movies can be blocked by TV Rating and or Individual Categories Movies that have been shown at the theaters or direct to video movies use the Movie Rating System MPAA only For Movies Previously Shown in Theaters Movie Ratings e Unblocked Gand Above general audience e PG and Above parental guida
25. inute before the TV is due to turn off Auto Off If there is no input signal the TV is switched to standby mode automatically in 10 minutes 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use A W button to select Auto off 3 Use the lt P gt button to select On or Off 4 Press the menu button to remove menu 12 Clock Manual Off timer On t imer On Pr Volume Auto off av MOVE DNEXT Clock Manual Off timer On Pr Volume Auto off av MOVE 4 gt ADJUST mBACK Clock Manual Off timer On t imer On Pr Volume Auto off av MOVE BNEXT MENU EXIT Operating Degauss In this TV the magnetic field of the earth may influence the color purity of the picture The picture can also be disturbed by other nearby magnetic influences or perhaps because of the location of the TV itself Stripes may appear on the screen or the color may not be equal in the corners Use Degauss to reset the color purity 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use amp W button to select Degauss 3 Use the lt P gt button to select On or Off 4 Press the menu button to remove menu Notes e Do not use Degauss too often or the life of CRT may be shortened e If are unable to correct problem by degaussing try again after about 4 minutes Key Lock The TV can be set up so
26. ish Key lock off Degauss Off Caption Off Tilt 0 Parental ctl 4yMOVE NEXT MENU EXIT Auto program Manual program Favorite channel av MOVE NEXT MENU EXIT Memory Erase Channel av MOVE 4 gt ADJUST BACK Available Features Picture Tilt The picture on the TV screen may tilt to left or right if the TV is moved to another direction Picture Tilt can be used to correct any uneven picture tilt 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use amp W button to select Tilt 4 Use the lt P gt button to adjust the Tilt 5 Press the menu button to remove menu Favorite Channel Memory Favorite channel memory is a convenient feature that lets you quickly scan up to eight channels of your choice without having to wait for the TV to scan through all the in between channels 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right Press the gt and then use A button to select Favorite channel Press the button to enter the Favorite channel mode Use the amp W button to memorize a favorite channel Use the lt gt button to select the desired channel number Repeat steps 4 to 5 Press the menu button to remove menu NOOA M To select a favorite channel press fer repeatedly Favorite Channel Review button Eight favorite channels programmed appear on the screen one by one W
27. lects TV VIDEO or COMPONENT mode 15 MENU Displays on screen menus Exit the current menu Memorizes menu change 16 ENTER m e Memorizes menu adjustments e Recalls current TV mode by remote control only 17 APC Auto Picture Control Selects factory preset picture settings 18 FCR Favorite Channel Review Selects favorite channels Refer to Favorite channel memory 19 DASP Selects the sound appropriate for the program s character Dolby virtual Flat Movie Music Sports or User rew play 20 STANDBY INDICATOR a ae lt llluminates red when the TV is in standby mode Refer to Turning the TV On Off 21 REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control is powered by batteries requiring AA type batteries for operation To ensure reliable operation change the batteries about once a year Caution Batteries installed incorrectly may leak and damage the remote control Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries for example standard and alkaline 1 Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding it in the direction shown 2 Insert new batteries matching the polarity markings and inside the compartment 3 Replace the battery compartment cover a prog memory erase a Basic TV Setup and Operation Before operating your TV make sure the following have been completed e Your TV is connected to an antenna or a cable system e You
28. nce suggested e PG 13 and Above 13 years and up R and Above restricted e NC 17 and Above 18 years and up X adult If you set PG 13 and Above G and PG movies will be available PG 13 R NC 17 and X will be blocked For Television programs including made for TV movies General TV Ratings e Unblocked TV G and Above general audience individual categories do not apply TV PG and Above parental guidance suggested e TV 14 and Above 14 years and up e TV MA mature audience Children TV Ratings e Unblocked e TV Y and Above youth individual content categories do not apply e TV Y7 youth 7 years and up Content Categories e Dialog sexual dialogue applies to TV PG and Above TV 14 e Language adult language applies to TV PG and Above TV 14 and Above TV MA e Sex scenes sexual situations applies to TV PG and Above TV 14 and Above TV MA e Violence applies to TV PG and Above TV 14 and Above TV MA e F Violence fantasy violence applies only to TV Y7 e No Rating blocks all viewing 22 Blocking Setup 1 2 3 Press the MENU button and then use A button to select the menu shown to the right Press the gt and then use the A button to select Parental ctl Press the button lf Parental is already set enter the password when requested Age block and Content block options also have sub menus repeat steps 3 to 4 in sub menu to set type of blocking and rati
29. ng Use the A Y buttons to select the types of blocking to be set Use the lt P buttons to select the types of ratings to block MPAA Age and or Content block may be set Press the menu button to return from Age block or Content block Use the A buttons to select the Set hours Use the lt gt buttons to set the number of hours for the blocking Up to 99 Use the A buttons to select the Set password option Enter a four digit password Enter it again when requested A new password may be chosen each time blocking is set up Use the A Y buttons to select the Lock on off menu option Use the lt gt buttons to turn the lock On Press the menu button to save the blocking setups and exit 23 Language English Key lock Off Degauss Off Caption Off Tilt 0 Parental ctl avMOVE PNEXT MENU EXIT Age block Content blk Set hours Set password 4 gt 00 Hours 4b To set Lock or off Must set hours 4YMOVE 4 gt ADJUST mBACK HE Antenna Connections Combination VHF UHF Antennas TV rear y 750hm 775 ohm EZ Antenna Coaxial Jack Cable 300 to 75 v 300 to 75 SS ohm Adapter 75 ohm ohm Adapter CATV Cable Connecting an Outdoor Antenna For the best reception we recommend you use an outdoor antenna Severely weathered antennas and antenna cables can reduce the signal quality Before making any connections inspect all antenna hardware Any service center can expl
30. ot 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 servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions 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 performance 21 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacem
31. our area then you can select the desired channel with the A Y buttons Using the a prog Button AUTO PROGRAM the TV using the convenient a prog button on the remote control 1 Press the a prog button 2 Use the amp W button to select Normal or Turbo 3 Press the gt or a prog button to start AUTO PROGRAM The AUTO PROGRAM starts now Auto program Normal av If you want to stop auto programming press the enter m button Only the channels searched up to that time will be memorized Turbo auto program works faster than Normal auto program Notes e If broadcast signals are poor quality try memorize channels again Sas m using Normal auto program Favorite channel e AUTO PROGRAM stores all available channels regardless of signal RF Cable e f over the air and Cable TV channels are duplicated use the number buttons 0 9 to change as Channels of general wireless TV Channels of Cable TV Using the Auto Program Menu 1 Press the menu button and use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use A W button to select Auto program 3 Press the gt button to enter the Auto program mode 4 Use the A button to select Normal auto program or Turbo auto program avMOVE NEXT lt BACK 5 Press the button button to start AUTO PROGRAM The AUTO PROGRAM starts now av MOVE NEXT MENU EXIT Turbo auto program Basic TV Setup and Operation Memorizing Channel
32. 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 tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious 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 4 PORTABLE CART WARNING 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 ventilation 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 placed in a built in
33. r TV is plugged into a standard power outlet Turning the TV On Off The set switches to standby mode and the standby indicator lights up in red To turn the TV on from standby mode press the TV VIDEO CH amp Vv button on the set or POWER TV VIDEO CH amp W or number button on the remote control A channel number will be displayed on the screen The on screen display will disappear after a few seconds Press the power button on the remote control the TV reverts to standby mode Selecting the Menu Language 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use A button to select Language L age 3 Use the lt gt button to select the desired language Key lock legauss From this point on the menus will appear in the language you pth selected Parental ctl 4 Press the menu button to remove menu 4yMOVE PNEXT MENU EXIT Channel Search Channel Search memorizes all the active channels in your area You must do a channel search before you can use the TV There are two ways of memorizing channels You can use either One is AUTO PROGRAM and the other is MANUAL PROGRAM In AUTO PROGRAM the TV memorizes the channels in ascending numerical order If there are additional channels you want to add or delete add or delete them manually Memorizing the Channels with AUTO PROGRAM AUTO PROGRAM searches and memorizes all the active channels in y
34. s with Manual Program Using Memory Erase button MANUAL PROGRAM the TV using the convenient memory erase button on the remote control 1 Use the A V or NUMBER buttons to select the channel number you want to memorize or erase 2 Press the memory erase button The on screen display appears as shown right 3 Use the memory erase button to select Memory or Erase 4 Press the enter m button to remove menu Using the Manual Program Menu 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right Press the gt and then use A V button to select Manual program Press the button to enter the Manual program mode Use the lt gt to select Memory or Erase Use the W button to select Channel Use the lt or NUMBER buttons to select the channel number you want to memorize or erase Use the button to select Name You can make a channel name Use the lt gt button to select a word position and then A Y button to enter blank number 0 to 9 and the alphabet A to Z 9 Repeat steps 4 to 8 to memorize or erase other channels DIRU P N Channel Tuning Use the A button to easily select the next higher or lower channel then the channel being viewed or NUMBER buttons to directly select the desired channel Adjusting Volume Sound Use the gt button to increase the volume level or lt button to decrease the volume level To turn off the sound press the mute b
35. the button and then use the amp W button to set the hours Press the button and then use the A Y button to set the minutes Press the menu button to remove menu oD APON Setting the Off Timer Off Timer automatically switches the TV to standby mode at the preset time 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right Press the and then use A V button to select Off timer Run Hold is used to activate or deactivate preset on off times Use the lt gt button to select Hold or Run Press the W button Press the button and then use the amp button to set the hours Press the gt button and then use the A W button to set the minutes 7 Press the menu button to remove menu Note If the same time is set for both on time and off time only off time operates Dok oP 11 Clock Manual Off timer On t imer On Pr Volume Auto off av MOVE BNEXT Off timer On t imer On Pr Volume Auto off av MOVE 4 gt ADJUST BACK Clock Manual Off timer On t imer On Pr Volume Auto off av MOVE BNEXT MENU EXIT Clock Manual 11 00 AM AM On t imer Hold AM On Pr Volume Auto off av MOVE 4 gt ADJUST mBACK Available Features Setting the On Timer On Timer automatically turns the TV on at the preset time and tunes to the specified channel 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the men
36. u shown to the right Use the gt and then amp W button to select On timer Repeat OFF TIMER steps 3 to 6 Press the W button to select On Pr and then use the lt gt button to select the desired channel Press the w button to select Volume and then use the lt gt button to adjust the volume level 6 Press the menu button to remove menu o1 APON Notes e If you don t press any button within 2 hours after turning on the TV with the ON TIMER function the TV will automatically switch back to standby mode e TV must be in standby mode for the On Timer to work Setting the Sleep Timer You don t have to remember to switch the TV to standby mode before you go to sleep The Sleep Timer automatically turns the TV off after the preset sleep time expires Use the Sleep button to select the desired sleep time Each time you press this button preset sleep time settings are displayed one by one as shown below The Sleep Timer begins to count down from the number of minutes selected eae gt 10 gt 20 gt 30 gt 60 gt 90 gt 120 gt 180 gt 240 Notes e After a few seconds the desired sleep time setting will disappear and the TV turn off function will operate automatically e To view the remaining sleep time press the sleep button once and the remaining sleep time will be displayed e To cancel the sleep timer select the Sleep setting with sleep button e SLEEP 1 will be displayed one m
37. utton The word Mute is displayed it s not displayed in the Caption mode Using Mute is convenient if you need to answer telephone calls To restore the muted sound press the mute button again or vol lt gt button 10 Manual TV14 Memory Auto program Manual program Favorite channel av MOVE BNEXT MENU EXIT Channel Fine 4YMOVE 4 gt ADJUST BACK a Available Features Setting the Clock eae using the on off timer features set the current time on the Clock Auto Clock Setup The time is set automatically through from a PBS broadcast signal The PBS channel signal includes information for the correct time and daylight saving time 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right 2 Press the and then use amp W button to select Clock 3 Press the button and then use the A W button to select the time zone of your viewing area Your choices are E S T Eastern Standard Time C S T Central Standard Time M S T Mountain Standard Time P S T Pacific Standard Time Alaska and Hawaii 4 Press the button and then use the A button to set PBS channel 5 Press the menu button to remove menu Manual Clock Setup 1 Press the menu button and then use A W button to select the menu shown to the right Press the and then use amp W button to select Clock Press the button and then use the amp W button to select manual Press
38. way to keep the dust off 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 its 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 TV Cabinet Cleaning 1 Use a soft cloth with a mild soap solution to wipe the cabinet 2 Rinse the cloth and wipe the cabinet again 3 Let the cabinet air dry before turning the TV on Extended Absence If you leave your TV 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 29 a Troubleshooting Checklist SYMPTOMS No power No picture or sound Poor picture but good sound Poor reception Lines in picture Ghosts multiple images Remote control does not work Cannot tune desired channel CHECK THESE THINGS Is power cord plugged in gt Is television turned on Check batteries in remote control Try another channel station trouble Check antenna connectings Check for local interference Adjust the antenna Adjust the picture control Program channel using AUTO PROGRAM 30 ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATI
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