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enjoy the view
operating guide / warranty
hookup directory
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Copyright 2000, Zenith Electronics Corporation.
machine numbers B25A11Z B27A11Z
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.____________________________________
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
POWER CORD POLARIZATION:
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER:
This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric Code
(U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of the cable entry as practical.
REGULATORY INFORMATION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
“Entertainment Machine” is a trademark of Zenith Electronics Corporation
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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.
(Continued on next page)
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 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.
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 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(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 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.
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 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 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 replacement 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.
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Antenna Lead in Wire
Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductor
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System (NEC
Art 250, Part H)
Ground Clamp
Electric Service
Equipment
Example of Grounding According to National Electrical
Code Instructions
NEC - National Electrical Code
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORT
ANT!!
Use this page to decide where you need to begin your setup. First, find the line below that
best describes what you want to do, then go to that page number.
Cable TV
wall jack
Cable box
In
Out
Cable TV
wall jack
Cable box
In
Out
If you are using an antenna and no other equipment, go to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6
If you have cable service or a cable box and no other equipment, go to . . . . . . . . . . page 7
If you are using an antenna and have a VCR, go to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 8
If you have cable service or a cable box and a VCR, go to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9
Antenna only
Cable only
Antenna with VCR
Cable and VCR
Hook-Up Directory
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Mini glossary
75 OHM RF CABLE 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 Machine.
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.
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If you have a 75 ohm RF cable,
then you don’t need any adapters!
Remember, when screwing RF
cables onto jacks, clockwise tightens, and counterclockwise loosens.
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.
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.
Flat wir
e antenna
to Entertainment Machine
Antenna to Entertainment
Machine Coaxial wire
Connect an antenna to your Entertainment Machine.
Hook Up Your Antenna to the TV
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back of
remote
Antenna
Flat wire
(300 ohm)
TV back
Antenna
Cable
300/75 ohm
Adapter
TV back panel
(expanded view)
Audio
Video
R L
TV back
Antenna
Cable
TV back panel
(expanded view)
Video
Antenna
RF coaxial wire
(75ohm)
Audio
R L
Mini glossary
CABLE SERVICE The wire that supplies all your cable TV (CATV) stations.
If you’re using a cable box, leave your TV on channel 3 or 4 and use your cable box to change channels.
Remember, when screwing RF cables onto jacks,
clockwise tightens, and counterclockwise loosens.
If you’re using a cable box, Auto- Program might
only find the channel your cable service is on (usually channel 3 or 4). Don’t worry, that’s all you
need!
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.
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.
Cable to TV
Cable with Cable Box to TV
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Connect cable service to your Entertainment Machine.
Cable TV
wall jack
Cable TV
wall jack
Video
Cable box
In
Out
RF coaxial wire (75ohm)
RF coaxial wire (75ohm)
3 4
output
switch
TV back panel
(expanded view)
Antenna
Cable
TV back
Video
TV back panel
(expanded view)
Antenna
Cable
TV back
Audio
R L
Audio
R L
back of
remote
Hook Up Your Cable Service (CATV)
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If you have a 75 ohm RF cable,
then you don’t need any adapters!
Remember, when screwing RF
cables onto jacks, clockwise tightens, and counterclockwise loosens.
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.
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.
Connect an antenna and a VCR to your
Entertainment Machine.
TV back panel
(expanded view)
Antenna
Cable
TV back
RF coaxial wire
(75ohm)
not included
with TV
Video
A/V cables
not included
with TV
In
Out
Audio
Video
3 4
VCR back
VCR back AV panel
output
switch
RF coaxial wire
(75ohm)
Antenna
Audio
R L
back of
remote
Hook Up Your Antenna and VCR
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4
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TV back panel
(expanded view)
Antenna
Cable
TV back
In
Out
Audio
Video
3 4
VCR back
VCR back AV panel
Flat wire
(300 ohm)
Antenna
RF coaxial wire
(75ohm)
not included
with TV
output
switch
Video
A/V cables
not included
with TV
Audio
R L
Antenna with Flat Wire to
Entertainment Machine
with VCR
Antenna with Round Wire
to Entertainment Machine
with VCR
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Leave your VCR and your television
tuned to channel three and use
the cable box to change channels.
Remember, when screwing in RF
cables onto jacks, clockwise tightens, and counterclockwise loosens.
Without A/V cables, most VCRs will
not play videocassettes in stereo
sound.
Cable TV
wall jack
RF coaxial cable (75ohm)
Cable box
In
Out
In
Out
Audio
Video
3 4
VCR back
VCR back AV panel
output
switch
3 4
output
switch
TV back panel
(expanded view)
Antenna
Cable
TV back
RF coaxial wire
(75ohm)
not included
with TV
Video
A/V cables
not included
with TV
Audio
R L
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.
Plug in your TV. 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.
Cable with Cable Box to
Entertainment M
achine
with VCR
Cable to
Entertainment Machine
with VCR
Connect cable service and a VCR to your
Entertainment Machine.
back of
remote
Hook Up Your Cable (CATV) and VCR
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2
3
4
5
Cable TV
wall jack
RF coaxial cable (75ohm)
TV back panel
(expanded view)
Antenna
Cable
TV back
In
Out
Audio
Video
3 4
VCR back
VCR back AV panel
RF coaxial wire
(75ohm)
not included
with TV
A/V cables
not included
with TV
output
switch
Video
Audio
R L
Mini glossary
AUTO PROGRAM Auto Program is how your Entertainment Machine finds all the channels available in your area and stores them into memory.
PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
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MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
4/6
2
7
1
3/5
Use Auto Program to automatically find and store all of the stations available in your area.
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 or QUIT to return to TV viewing.
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Setup Menu
Auto Program
Ch. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
Cable TV
To Program
Auto Program
Off Air Antenna
Press To Change
To Program
Checking Cable TV Input Type
Searching
Auto Program
Auto Program
Auto Program
Ch 84 Is Found
Searching
Auto Program
Done!
96 Channels Found
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A quick list of all of the buttons on the remote and what they do.
PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
123
456
7
0
89
MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
PRG (PROGRAM)
Programs your remote to
operate other products.
FLASHBK (FLASHBACK)
Return to the
last channel viewed.
POWER
Turns TV On or Off
.
CABLE/VCR/AUX/TV
Selects remote operating mode.
CHANNEL (UP/DOWN)
Flip through
available channels.
MUTE
Turns sound Off and On
while the picture remains.
ENTER
Shows the Channel/Time
display. Press after channel
numbers for instant selection.
NUMBER KEY PAD
Selects channels directly and
enters numeric values for
some options
.
MENU
Displays on-screen
menus for TV mode.
UP/DOWN ARROWS
The Up/Down arrows select options.
remote control part number
MBR3447Z
(124-233)
TIMER
Displays the Sleep
Timer Menu.
VOLUME LEFT/RIGHT
Adjusts the sound levels on
your Entertainment Machine.
QUIT
Removes on-screen display from
view.
TV/VCR-SOURCE
Switches between watching TV
through your antenna/cable or
through your VCR.
Keys dedicated to VCR
functions will still operate
your VCR while the remote
is in TV mode.
CC(CLOSED CAPTIONING)
Displays the closed caption menu.
LEFT/RIGHT ARROWS
The Left/Right arrows
adjust options.
LED INDICATOR LIGHT
Lights when keys are pressed.
SURF
Not available for
operation
on this
Entertainment Machine
.
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The Buttons on Your Remote
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menu
volume
channel
power
To access the Setup menus, 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) function. Use the VOLUME buttons to
make changes or adjustments.
Menus disappear after five seconds.
To get them back, push the MENU
button again.
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3
2
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
Here’s how to use your six-button panel to operate the menus.
Front Panel Diagram
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The source button (TV/VCR/SOURCE) on the remote switches between
the Video input and Cable/Antenna input. On some models, the A/V
input is designated as a channel that is one below the lowest/one
above the highest. You’ll have to use the Channel Up/Down buttons to
access it. The Time/Channel display will read “Video” in place of a
channel number.
Cable/Antenna Input: This setting allows you to change cable or
antenna channels and to view videocassettes on channel 3 (or 4)
in mono sound.
Video Input: This setting allows stereo playback of videocassettes. The
television cannot change channels in the Video mode, but the VCR can.
To view the current input source, press ENTER on your remote.
The Time/Channel display should appear in the upper right
hand corner of the screen. If the display reads ‘Video,’ then the
source is an A/V input. If the display reads a channel number,
then the source is your Cable or Antenna.
CHANNEL UP/DOWN arrows: Use these arrows to change the channels.
Auto program will have found all channels available to you.
NUMBER Key Pad: To skip to any channel, enter the number of the
channel using the NUMBER key pad, then press ENTER.
FLASHBACK: To instantly return to the last channel viewed,
press FLASHBACK.
Volume Right/Left: To adjust the volume level, use the volume
Right/Left arrows. To silence your Entertainment Machine instantly,
press MUTE on
ce. To get the sound back, press MUTE again.
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Channel Changing
Audio
CH 12
10:55
MONO
Channel or Video
(Indicates Source)
Time
Audio Mode
Source
Introducing you to the basics of your Entertainment Machine.
This is an example of the Time/Channel
display that appears in the top corner of
your screen.
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Function What it does
Auto Program Automatically finds and stores active
channels to flip through using
Channel Up/Down.
Ch. Add/Del Manually pick and choose which
active channels will appear when
flipping through using Channel
Up/Down.
Clock Set Sets the current time on your
Entertainment Machine.
Timer Setup Opens menu for the following
functions:
• Turns the Sleep Timer on or off.
• Selects an automatic On Time for
your Entertainment Machine.
• Selects an automatic Off
Time for shut-down.
• On/Off timer controls automatic
power on and power off.
Must be set to On for above
functions to work.
Parental Ctrl Allows you to block out any
channels or sources for a designated
period of time.
Captions/Text Displays closed captions or text
when available. Options are Off,
Caption 1, Caption 2, Caption 3,
Caption 4, Text 1, Text 2, Text 3,
and Text 4.
Audio Mode Select between Stereo And Mono
Language Selects language for on-screen
menus. Your options are English,
Spanish, or French.
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Setup Menu
Auto Program
Ch. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
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This is an example of what
on-screen menus look like.
Here are descriptions of the menu options found in the Setup menu.
Setup Menu
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FLASHBK
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.
PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
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MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
Setup Menu
Auto Program
Ch. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
Ch 72 Added
Ch 72 Deleted
Setup Menu
Auto Program
Ch. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
Ch 74 Deleted
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4
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3
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Customize your channel selection.
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
by using the buttons and working the menus on the front of
your Entertainment Machine.
If you delete a channel, it isn’t gone for good. Just select it
using the NUMBER key pad on the remote or add it later.
Setting Ch. Add/Del
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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.
Press the FLASHBK button to select AM or PM.
Press ENTER to return to TV viewing.
PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
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MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
4:48 PM
FLSHBK
Setup Menu
Auto Program
Ch. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
5
3
2
4
1
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Set the clock on your Entertainment Machine.
You can use the NUMBER key pad to simply insert the time
(AM or PM is still selected with the FLASHBK key).
Clock Set
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Press the MENU key on the remote control so that the Setup
menu appears.
Using the UP/DOWN arrows on the remote control,
select Timer Setup on your screen.
Press a RIGHT/LEFT arrow. The Timer Setup screen will appear.
Sleep Timer: Use the RIGHT/LEFT arrows to choose a length of
time until the Entertainment Machine shuts down (select a
countdown from ten minutes to four hours).
On Time: Using the UP/DOWN arrows on the remote control,
select On Time on your screen.
Press a RIGHT/LEFT arrow to adjust the time your
Entertainment Machine will automatically turn on.
Press the FLASHBK button to select AM or PM.
Press ENTER to return to TV viewing or continue programming
by repeating the above steps for Off Time and the On/Off Timer.
PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
123
456
7089
MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
Setup Menu
Auto Program
Ch. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
To Set Timers
Timer Menu
Sleep Timer
On Time
Off Time
On/Off Timer
0 : 10
12:00 PM
FLSHBK
Timer Menu
Sleep Timer
On Time
Off Time
On/Off Timer
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2/5
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Automatically turn your Entertainment Machine on or off.
The On/Off timer will not work until the
Clock on your television has been set.
Timer
2:00 PM
FLSHBK
Timer Menu
Sleep Timer
On Time
Off Time
On/Off Timer
Timer Menu
Sleep Timer
On Time
Off Time
On/Off Timer
On
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Reading this page may help to give you a better overall knowledge of the Parental Control feature.
Parental Control
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.
The Motion Picture Association of America’s Rating system has been included for those people who
may be more familiar with this rating system. 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 access.
N
OTE: 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.
You may wish to use these ratings instead. They are divided into two groups, General and 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.
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 to access.
Use this setting to enter the amount of hours you wish the Parental Control feature to be active.
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 Parental Control menu and change the rating
selections. It is also the only way you can turn the Parental Control feature off.
This setting gives you the option to have the Parental Control feature active all the time or allow
you to turn it on or off as needed.
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 be preset and turned either on or off by the user who specifies the secret
4-number code. 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 the Parental Control option best suited for your viewing environment.
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 programming that appears from the video sources.
Aux. Block:
MPAA:
Age Block:
Content Block:
Set Hours:
Set Password:
Lock On Off:
You can set Parental Control for general audiences and for
children to be active at the same time.
You cannot disable Parental Control by disconnecting the TV from
power. Blocked hours will automatically reset to the original
blocked time setting specified, if power is disconnected.
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For a complete restriction coverage you should set
restrictions for both General and Children in the Age
Block Option.
Mini glossary
MOTION PICTURE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA (MPAA) RATING SYSTEM
G General Audiences Content not offensive to most viewers.
PG Parental Guidance Content is such that parents may not want their children to view the program.
Suggested
PG-13 Parental Guidance Program is inappropriate for preteens, with a greater degree of offensive material
Suggested than a PG rated program.
R Restricted viewing Not for children under age 17. Strong elements of sex and/or violence.
NC-17 Restricted Viewing Not for children under age 17 under any circumstances. Strong sexual content.
X Hard Core Films 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 discretion is advised.
PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
123
456
7089
MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
To Block
Sources Blocked
Parental Control
Aux. Block
MPAA
Age Block
Content Block
Set Hours
Set Password
Lock On Off
Parental
Control
Aux. Block
MPAA
Age Block
Content Block
Set Hours
Set Password
Lock On Off
Sources Unblocked
Setup Menu
Auto Program
CH. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
8
2/4/5
1
3
Parental Control
This feature offers a wide variety of options and settings that restrict or “block” undesirable
programming from appearing on your TV screen.
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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 Parental Control.
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 Block to block according to Age and Content
Block to block channels according to program content.
If you wish to block a video source (VCR or DVD, etc), press the UP/DOWN
arrow keys and select AUX. BLOCK 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. Use the NUMBER KEYPAD to
enter a pass code
Finally set the lock to ON to complete the blocking out of the channels or
video sources.
Press ENTER to return to normal viewing.
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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.
Press a RIGHT/LEFT arrow to choose any of the following
options: Off, Caption 1, Caption 2, Caption 3, Caption 4,
Text 1, Text 2, Text 3 or Text 4.
Press ENTER to return to TV viewing.
PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
123
456
7089
MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
Setup Menu
Auto Program
Ch. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
Caption 1
Setup Menu
Auto Program
Ch. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
Text 1
4
1
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Turn on closed captioning or text that appears at the bottom of your screen.
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.
Captions and Text
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Choose between stereo sound and mono sound.
Setup Menu
Auto Program
CH. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
Mono
Setup Menu
Auto Program
Ch. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
Stereo
PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
123
456
7089
MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
4
1
2
3
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.
Press a RIGHT/LEFT arrow to choose one of the following
options: Stereo or Mono.
Press ENTER to return to TV viewing.
Mini glossary
STEREO SOUND STEREO (stereophonic) sound refers to audio that’s divided into right and left sides.
MONO SOUND Mono (monaural) sound is one channel of sound. All the speakers play the same audio.
Not all programming is broadcast in
stereo sound
Audio Mode
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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 following options: English, Spanish,
or French.
Press ENTER to return to regular TV viewing.
PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
123
456
7089
MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
Setup Menu
Auto Program
Ch. Add/Del
Clock Set
Timer Setup
Parental Ctrl
Caption/Text
Audio Mode
Language
English
Menu Config
Autprograma
Agr/Borr Can
Ajuste Reloj
Apagador Aut
B;oquear TV
Subtit/Texto
Modo Audio
Language
Spanish
Menu Regl.
Progr. Auto
Ajou-Sup Ca.
Reg. Pendule
Regl. Minut.
Blocage TV
Sous/Titr/Tx
Mode Audio
Language
French
4
1
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3
Choose the language you want all of the menus to appear in.
Language Options
1
2
3
4
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Press the MENU key repeatedly until the Video menu appears.
Your options are:
• 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.
• Color: Adjusts levels of all colors in the TV picture.
• Tint: Balance between amount of red and green in the TV picture.
• Sharpness: Raise or lower the definition of the TV picture. The lower
the level, the softer the images will appear.
• 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 to 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.
Use the video menu to customize how your picture looks.
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PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
123
456
7089
MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
Video Menu
Contrast
Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Picture Pref
Video Menu
Contrast
Brightness
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Picture Pref
4
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Video Menu
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Programming the Remote
The device you want to program
should be ON.
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 threedigit code—you’ll need it soon.
Press and hold the PRG key. It’s
recessed so it doesn’t get pushed
accidentally. When the indicator
light turns on, you can release
the button.
Push the button with the name of
the device you’re programming
(VCR, CABLE, AUX, 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 7 different devices!
Not all devices will work with your
Zenith remote control.
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PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
123
456
7
0
89
MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
3
Indicator Light
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Refer to the chart in this manual
to find the type and brand name
of the device you're programming.
Press and hold the PRG key until
the indicator light turns on.
Press the AUX key and the 1 on
the number pad at the same time
(for AUX +1).
Using the number pad, enter the
three-digit code for the device
you've selected.
Press Enter to save the code.
Aim the remote at the device and
press POWER. It should turn on.
Repeat the steps for AUX+2, and
AUX+3.
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PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
123
456
7
0
89
MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
2
3
4
6
Programming your Zenith remote
will allow you to use one remote
to work up to 7 different devices!
Not all devices will work with your
Zenith remote control.
AUX+1, AUX+2, AUX+3
5
Control up to seven different devices with your remote!
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PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
123
456
7
0
89
MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
Remote Control Auto-Find
Turn on the device you’re
programming for the
remote control.
Press and hold the PRG key until
the indicator light turns on.
Press the key for the device you’re
trying to program (CABLE, VCR,
AUX, TV).
Enter the code 0-0-0 (zero-zerozero), then press the ENTER key
right away.
Aim the remote at the correct
device and press the POWER
button. Allow a second to pass,
then push the POWER button
again. Repeat un
til the device
turns off. (This is a trial and error
process, so it may be necessary to
repeat these steps until the
remote finds your code.)
Push ENTER to save the code.
Press POWER to turn the device
back on.
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You can quickly get out of Auto
Find by pressing the Quit button.
If the indicator light stays on
while you push Power, instead
of turning off, all the codes have
been tried and your device can’t
be programmed.
2
Indicator Light
If Programming the Remote did not find your
code, try this procedure to automatically find
the code for your device. If your remote
becomes inoperable, go back to “Programming
your Remote” and enter the Zenith TV code for
step five.
Mini glossary
AMPLIFIER An external machine that amplifies sound from a television, CD player, VCR, or other A/V device.
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Control the volume on your sound amplifier
without leaving TV mode.
Amplifier Volume Override
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Your volume and mute keys now control your amplifier, while all the other
keys still operate the Entertainment
Machine. To put everything back to
normal, reprogram all buttons with
their original codes (see the
“Programming Your Remote” section).
If you can’t find the code for your
amplifier, use the Auto Find feature.
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PRG
POWER
CABLE
VCR
AUX TV
ENTER
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
123
456
7
0
89
MENU
REWIND FFWD
RECORD
QUIT
A
B
C
CC
TV/VCR
SOURCE
PAUSE TIMER
PLAY
STOP
SURF
5
3
4
2
Indicator Light
Program the code that operates
your amplifier into the CABLE or
AUX mode, as described on the
“Programming Your Remote” page.
Select the mode in which you
want volume to appear (e.g. TV).
Press and hold PRG on your
remote until the indicator light
stays lit.
Press 4-9-9; then ENTER on the
remote. The indicator light will
flash three times if code is
accepted.
Audio system volume/mute now
appears in the mode selected.
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Programming Codes
TVs
VCRs
Admiral . . . . . . . 116 121 130
133
Adventura TV/VCR . 154
Akai . . . . . . . . . . 104
Amark . . . . . . . . 103 146
AOC . . . . . . . . . . 104
Bell & Howell . . . 121
Broksonic . . . . . . 131 136
Candle . . . . . . . . 139
Centurion . . . . . . 119
Citizen . . . . . . . . 121 139
Contec . . . . . . . . 141
Coronado . . . . . . 103
Crown . . . . . . . . 103
Curtis Mathes . . . . 116 119 121
Daewoo . . . . . . . 149 159
Daewoo TV/VCR . . 148
Daytron . . . . . . . 119
Elektra . . . . . . . . 121
Emerson . . . . . . . 103 104 123
124 131 136
145
Emerson TV/VCR . . 158
Fisher . . . . . . . . . 109 118
Funai TV/VCR . . . . 154
General Electric . . 106 107 114
116 117 161
Goldstar . . . . . . . 103 104 119
147
Goldstar TV/VCR . . 153
Hitachi . . . . . . . . 102 103 129
163
J.C. Penney . . . . . 104 110 114
117 119
JVC . . . . . . . . . . 125 132 164
KMC . . . . . . . . . . 103
KTV . . . . . . . . . . 103 104 138
Kurazai . . . . . . . . 121
Lodgenet. . . . . . . 121
Logik . . . . . . . . . 121
LXI . . . . . . . . . . 133 137
Magnavox . . . . . . 103 112 113
117 119 127
128 139 165
Magnavox TV/VCR . 173
Majestic . . . . . . . 121
Marantz . . . . . . . 104 120 155
Megatron. . . . . . . 146
Memorex . . . . . . . 121
MGA/Mitsubishi. . . 104 119 120
130 140 155
Montgomery Ward . 103 104 105
113 114 119
121 130 133
NEC . . . . . . . . . . 104 119
Panasonic . . . . . . 106 107 160
166
Panasonic TV/VCR . 174
Philco. . . . . . . . . 103 104 112
113 139
Philips . . . . . . . . 112 113
Pioneer . . . . . . . . 135
Portland . . . . . . . 103
ProScan . . . . . . . 116 157 162
167
Quasar . . . . . . . . 106 107
RCA . . . . . . . . . . 104 116 126
157 161 162
167 168
Realistic . . . . . . . 105 123 124
Sampo . . . . . . . . 119
Samsung . . . . . . . 103 119 134
141
Sanyo . . . . . . . . . 108 109 118
Scott . . . . . . . . . 119 124
Sears . . . . . . . . . 103 108 109
110 111 118
134
Sharp . . . . . . . . . 103 105 122
133 137 156
169
Signature 2000 . . . 103 104 105
113 114 119
121 130 133
Sony . . . . . . . . . 115 143 151
170
Soundesign . . . . . 139
Sylvania . . . . . . . 112 113 117
119 127 128
139
Symphonic TV/VCR 154
Tatung . . . . . . . . 106
Teknika . . . . . . . . 103 112 121
124 139
Telerent . . . . . . . 103 121
Toshiba . . . . . . . 110 111 134
171
XR 1000 . . . . . . . 121
Yorx . . . . . . . . . . 119
Zenith . . . . . . . . 101 149 175
Zenith TV/VCR . . . 153 154 172
Admiral . . . . . . . 208 261
Adventura . . . . . . 231
Aiwa . . . . . . . . . 231
Akai . . . . . . . . . . 223 238 241
Audio Dynamics . . 202 218
Bell & Howell . . . . 206 247
Broksonic . . . . . . 221 226 250
255
Canon . . . . . . . . 214
Citizen . . . . . . . . 209
Craig . . . . . . . . . 212
Curtis Mathes . . . 214 259
Daewoo . . . . . . . 244 246 248
254
Daytron . . . . . . . 236 246
DBX . . . . . . . . . . 202 218
Emerson . . . . . . . 203 209 221
223 226 233
235 243 250
Fisher . . . . . . . . . 211 212 213
247
Funai . . . . . . . . . 231
General Electric . . 214 216 220
Goldstar . . . . . . . 209
Go Video . . . . . . . 256 262 263
Hitachi . . . . . . . . 215 257
Instant Replay . . . 214 227
J.C. Penny . . . . . . 214 215 218
227
JVC . . . . . . . . . . 202 224 225
258
Kenwood . . . . . . . 202
Logik . . . . . . . . . 239
LXI . . . . . . . . . . 209 231
Magnavox . . . . . . 207 214 231
Marantz . . . . . . . 207 218
Marta . . . . . . . . . 209
Memorex . . . . . . . 206 212 214
231
Mitsubishi . . . . . . 204 222 252
264
Montgomery Ward . 208 214 216
219 231 249
Multi Tech . . . . . . 239
NEC . . . . . . . . . . 202 218
Orion . . . . . . . . . 250
Panasonic . . . . . . 214 251 259
Pentax . . . . . . . . 215
Philco. . . . . . . . . 207 214
Philips . . . . . . . . 207 214 227
Pioneer . . . . . . . 210 215
Portland . . . . . . . 246
ProScan . . . . . . . 216 260
Quasar . . . . . . . . 214 259
RCA . . . . . . . . . . 215 216 220
227 240 242
249 260
Realistic . . . . . . . 206 208 212
214 231
Samsung . . . . . . . 220 230 238
Sansui . . . . . . . . 239
Sanyo . . . . . . . . 206 212 247
Scott . . . . . . . . . 204 205 233
243
Sears . . . . . . . . . 206 209 211
212 215
Sharp . . . . . . . . . 208 261
Shintom . . . . . . . 239
Signature 2000 . . . 208 214 216
219 231 249
Sony . . . . . . . . . 217 232 237
Sylvania . . . . . . . 207 214 227
Symphonic . . . . . 231
Tashiko . . . . . . . . 209
Tatung . . . . . . . . 202
Teac . . . . . . . . . . 202 231
Teknika . . . . . . . . 209 234
Toshiba . . . . . . . . 205 215
XR 1000 . . . . . . . 239
Vector Research . . 204 218
Yamaha. . . . . . . . 202 218
Zenith . . . . . . . . 201 224 225
229 237
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Find the codes you need to program your remote.
On this page: Cable, Satellite, Video Disc Players, CD
Players and Tape Decks
Programming Codes
Video Disc Players
Audio CD Players
Audio Tape Decks
Cable Satellite
Audio Tuners/Amps
Denon. . . . . . . . . 462 463
Fisher . . . . . . . . . 464
Goldstar . . . . . . . 460
Harman/Kardon . . 465
JVC . . . . . . . . . . 466
Kenwood . . . . . . 468 469
Marantz. . . . . . . . 472 503
Onkyo . . . . . . . . 473
Philips . . . . . . . . 475 476
Pioneer . . . . . . . . 477 478 479
Radio Shack . . . . . 487 488
Realistic . . . . . . . 480
Sanyo . . . . . . . . . 481
Scott . . . . . . . . . 482
Sharp . . . . . . . . . 483
Sony. . . . . . . . . . 489 490 491
492
Soundesign . . . . . 461 498 501
502
Teac . . . . . . . . . 494 495
Technics . . . . . . . 497
Yamaha . . . . . . . 496
Zenith . . . . . . . . 460 461 498
501 502
Allegro . . . . . . . . 358 362
Allegro A/B Switch 361
Gemini . . . . . . . . 305 331 338
General Electric. . . 367
General Instrument 304 305 306
307 308 309
310 318
Hamlin . . . . . . . . 302 303 345
365 366
Jerrold . . . . . . . . 304 307 308
309 310 318
360 363
Kale Vision . . . . . 335
Macom . . . . . . . . 314 321
Magnavox . . . . . . 334
NSC . . . . . . . . . . 335 339 368
369 370
Oak . . . . . . . . . . 311 332 342
Panasonic . . . . . . 313 320
Paragon . . . . . . . 333
Philips . . . . . . . . 347 350 352
354 355
Pioneer . . . . . . . . 315 343
RCA DSS . . . . . . . 373
Regency . . . . . . . 329
Samsung . . . . . . . 335
Scientific Atlanta . 316 323 336
364
Sprucer . . . . . . . . 313
Standard Comp . . . 335
Stargate . . . . . . . 379
Texscan . . . . . . . 339 356 371
Tocom . . . . . . . . 317 318 346
Unika . . . . . . . . . 348 362
United Satellite . . 344
Universal . . . . . . 358 362
Vid Tech . . . . . . . 340
Video Way . . . . . . 349
Viewstar . . . . . . . 354 355 372
Zenith . . . . . . . . 301 353 374
Zenith Satellite . . 312 328 330
351 378
Pioneer . . . . . . . 402 403
Sanyo . . . . . . . . . 401
Sony . . . . . . . . . 404
Zenith . . . . . . . . 401
Akai . . . . . . . . . . 409 424
Crown . . . . . . . . . 410
Denon . . . . . . . . 411
Fisher . . . . . . . . . 412 438
Goldstar . . . . . . . 460
Harman/Kardon . . 413
JVC . . . . . . . . . . 415
Kenwood . . . . . . 412 416 417
441
Magnavox . . . . . . 421 422 433
434
Mitsubishi . . . . . . 423 424
NAD . . . . . . . . . . 425 426 447
Nakamichi . . . . . . 427 428
NEC . . . . . . . . . . 429
Onkyo . . . . . . . . 430
Panasonic . . . . . . 431 432
Philips . . . . . . . . 421 433 434
Pioneer . . . . . . . . 431 435
Quasar . . . . . . . . 432
Radio Shack . . . . . 431 436 439
440 441
RCA . . . . . . . . . . 437
Sanyo . . . . . . . . . 438 439
Scott . . . . . . . . . 440
Sharp . . . . . . . . . 441 442
Sony. . . . . . . . . . 443 444 445
Soundesign . . . . . 461 498 501
502
Sylvania . . . . . . . 433
Teac . . . . . . . . . 446
Technics . . . . . . . 432 459
Toshiba . . . . . . . . 447
Yamaha . . . . . . . 448
Zenith . . . . . . . . 460 461 498
501 502
Denon. . . . . . . . . 455
Harman/Kardon. . . 456
JVC . . . . . . . . . . 457
Kenwood . . . . . . . 450
Onkyo . . . . . . . . . 458
Philips DCC . . . . . 454
Pioneer . . . . . . . . 451 478
Sony. . . . . . . . . . 452
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A complete list of the button functions on your remote control.
Zenith Product Codes
TV Mode VCR Mode Cable Mode AUX Mode
KEY NAME Zenith Code 101 Zenith Code 201 Zenith Code 353 Zenith Code 401
POWER TV On/Off VCR On/Off Cable Box On/Off AUX TV/Disc
CABLE Selects Cable Selects Cable Selects Cable Selects Cable
VCR Selects VCR Selects VCR Selects VCR Selects VCR
AUX Selects Aux Selects AUX Selects Aux Selects AUX
TV Selects TV Selects TV Selects TV Selects TV
SURF N/A VCR AM/PM Cable FC/Fav Ch AUX Audio
FLASHBK TV Flashback VCR Flashback Cable Flashback AUX Frame/Time
MUTE TV Mute TV Mute TV Mute TV Mute
CHANNEL UP TV Channel Up VCR Channel Up Cable Channel Up AUX Skip >>
CHANNEL DN TV Channel Dn VCR Channel Dn Cable Channel Dn AUX Skip <<
VOLUME (RIGHT) TV Volume Up TV Volume Up TV Volume Up TV Volume Up
VOLUME (LEFT) TV Volume Dn TV Volume Dn TV Volume Dn TV Volume Dn
1 TV Digit 1 VCR Digit 1 Cable Digit 1 AUX Digit 1
2 TV Digit 2 VCR Digit 2 Cable Digit 2 AUX Digit 2
3 TV Digit 3 VCR Digit 3 Cable Digit 3 AUX Digit 3
4 TV Digit 4 VCR Digit 4 Cable Digit 4 AUX Digit 4
5 TV Digit 5 VCR Digit 5 Cable Digit 5 AUX Digit 5
6 TV Digit 6 VCR Digit 6 Cable Digit 6 AUX Digit 6
7 TV Digit 7 VCR Digit 7 Cable Digit 7 AUX Digit 7
8 TV Digit 8 VCR Digit 8 Cable Digit 8 AUX Digit 8
9 TV Digit 9 VCR Digit 9 Cable Digit 9 AUX Digit 9
0 TV Digit 0 VCR Digit 0 Cable Digit 0 AUX Digit 0
ENTER TV Enter VCR Enter Cable Enter Aux Display
MENU TV Menu VCR Menu Cable Menu AUX Program
UP ARROW TV Select Up VCR Select Up Cable Up Arrow AUX Part
DOWN ARROW TV Select Dn VCR Select Dn Cable Dn Arrow AUX Random
LEFT ARROW TV Adjust Left VCR Adjust Left Cable Left Arrow AUX x3 FAST <
RIGHT ARROW TV Adjust Right VCR Adjust Right Cable Right Arrow AUX x3 FAST >
QUIT/ TV Seq Sound VCR Quit Cable Quit AUX Clear
A TV PIP VCR+ Day Up AUX Repeat-Side
B TV PIP Swap VCR Channel Map Day Down AUX Repeat-A-B
C TV PIP Freeze VCR Search Cable Pg Up AUX Repeat-Chap
CC TV Closed Captions VCR Memory Cable Pg Down AUX Memory
TIMER TV Timer VCR Timer Cable Timer AUX Still
TV/VCR/SOURCE TV Sources TV Tuner or VCR Tuner Cable Info AUX TV/Disc
RECORD VCR Record VCR Record Cable Buy AUX Edit
PAUSE VCR Pause VCR Pause Cable Guide AUX Pause
REWIND VCR Rewind VCR Rewind VCR Rewind AUX Scan <<
PLAY VCR Play VCR Play VCR Play AUX Play
STOP VCR Stop VCR Stop VCR Stop AUX Stop/Eject
FFWD VCR Fast Forward VCR Fast Forward VCR Fast Forward AUX Scan >>
References: 124-212-37 and µP 221-952-02A
SOLUTIONS
• Check your antenna connection or location.
• Check your antenna direction and/or location.
• 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
• If possible increase the distance between your Entertainment MachineTMand
the offending appliance. Or shut one of them off.
• Check volume control.
• Make sure the TV is not Muted.
• Try another channel. The problem may be the broadcast, not your
Entertainment MachineTM.
• Are the Audio A/V cables properly installed?
• Are the wires for external speakers (if you have external speakers) properly installed?
• Are you in TV or cable tuning mode and should be in the other?
• Make sure output channels on all A/V equipment are on the same channel (3 or 4).
• Check that all connections are tight.
• Is the AC power plugged in?
• Check that your AC power outlet works. (Test it by plugging in something
else or try another plug.)
• Make sure your brightness and audio controls are set properly.
• Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast.
• Check the color control in the Video menu.
• Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast.
• The CC (closed caption) option may be in Text mode. Select OFF in the Captions/
Text menu.
• 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.
• Make sure the batteries are fresh and installed properly.
• Try unplugging the TV, waiting about five minutes, and then plugging it back in
and trying again.
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 O.K.
Picture has a big black box
on it, but the sound is O.K.
Picture has two horizontal
black bars, one on top and
one on bottom.
Remote control doesn’t work.
Menu options won’t change.
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Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself.
Troubleshooting
A complete list of definitions for words found in this guide.
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75 OHM RF CABLE 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.
ADD 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.
INPUT 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 sound. 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/V 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.
TUNER Device that picks up the signal and turns them into
picture and sound.
Glossary
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1. Here’s a great 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Extended Absence
If you unplug your Entertainment Machine,
you may have to reset the clock using
the Clock Set menu described earlier.
Cabinet Cleaning
Wood Cabinets
Maintenance
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Find what you want quickly.
FEATURE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 8
Auto Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Audio Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Basic Television Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9, 24
Button Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 12
Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 9
Captions and Text Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Ch. Add/Del . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Front Panel Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Hook-Up Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Language Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Parental Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19
Remote Control Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 9
Video Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Direct-View Color TV Welcome into the Zenith family! We believe that 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.
Parts 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 manufacture 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 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.
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 guarantees you a genuine Zenith replacement picture tube and
service from a Zenith authorized service center.
ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Zenith Response Center
201 James Record Rd., Building 3,
Huntsville, AL 35824
Telephone (256) 772-1515
Mon-Fri, 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. CST
Sat. 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. CST
www.zenith.com
ZENITH CONSUMER SERVICES FACTORY OWNED SERVICE CENTERS
801 E. Roosevelt Rd
Lombard, IL 60148
(630)705-2830
Home & Carry-in Service
Television/VCR
Parts and Accessories
PTV/Camcorders
201 James Record Rd.
Building 4
Huntsville, AL 35824
(256) 774-4025
Service Hours:
M-F 8-6, Sat 9-2
Will accept UPS Shipments
Your Zenith Warranty
Copyright 2000, Zenith Electronics Corporation.
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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.
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