Zenith C27A24T, C25A24T OPERATING GUIDE
®
enjoy the view
operating guide / warranty
hookup directory
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Copyright 2000, Zenith Electronics Corporation.
machine numbers: C25A24T C27A24T
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 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Important safeguards for you and your new product
Your product has been manufactured and tested with your safety in mind. However, improper use can result in potential
electrical shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your new product, please read
and observe the following safety points when installing and using your new product, and save them for future reference.
Observing the simple precautions discussed in this booklet can help you get many years of enjoyment and safe operation
that are built into your new product.
This product complies with all applicable U.S. Federal safety requirements, and those of the Canadian Standards Association.
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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.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
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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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Hook-Up Directory
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
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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 your 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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Hook Up Your Antenna to the TV
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 12 to EZ Program your
Entertainment Machine.
1
2
3
4
5
back of
remote
Flat wire antenna to
Entertainment Machine
Connect an antenna to your Entertainment Machine.
Antenna to
Entertainment Machine
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Antenna
Flat wire
(300 ohm)
Antenna
TV back
Antenna
/Cable
300/75 ohm
Adapter
TV back
S-Video
Variable
Audio Out
R
Video
R-Audio
L/Mono
TV back panel
(expanded view)
L
RF coaxial wire
(75ohm)
Antenna
/Cable
S-Video
Variable
Audio Out
R
Video
R-Audio
L/Mono
TV back panel
(expanded view)
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 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 12 to Auto Program
your Entertainment Machine.
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!
Hook Up Your Cable Service (CATV)
Cable TV
wall jack
Cable TV
wall jack
Cable box
In
Out
RF coaxial wire (75ohm)
RF coaxial wire (75ohm)
3 4
output
switch
TV back panel
(expanded view)
TV back
TV back panel
(expanded view)
TV back
Antenna
/Cable
Video
R
L
R-Audio
L/Mono
S-Video
Variable
Audio Out
Antenna
/Cable
Video
R
L
R-Audio
L/Mono
S-Video
Variable
Audio Out
1
2
3
4
5
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Connect cable service to your Entertainment Machine.
With
out Cable Box
With Cable Box
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back of
remote
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Hook Up Your Antenna and VCR
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
TM
is
designed to operate on
household current, 120-volt 60
Hertz AC do not attempt to
operate it on DC Current.
Go to page 12 to Auto Program
your Entertainment Machine.
1
2
3
4
5
Connect an antenna to your Entertainment Machine.
back of
remote
TV back panel
(expanded view)
TV back
In
Out
VCR back
VCR back AV panel
In
Out
VCR back
VCR back AV panel
TV back panel
(expanded view)
TV back
Flat wire
(300 ohm)
Antenna
300/75 ohm
Adapter
Round wire (75ohm)
Antenna
RF coaxial wire
(75ohm)
not included
with TV
RF coaxial wire
(75ohm)
not included
with TV
A/V cables
not included
with TV
A/V cables
not included
with TV
Antenna
/Cable
Video
RL
R-Audio L/Mono
S-Video
Variable
Audio Out
Antenna
/Cable
Video
RL
R-Audio L/Mono
S-Video
Variable
Audio Out
output
switch
Audio
Video
Output
R
L
output
switch
Audio
Video
Output
R
L
3 4
3 4
VCR with Flat Wire
An
tenna Adapter
VCR
with
Antenna Wire
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Hook Up Your Cable (CATV) and VCR
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
Round wire (75ohm)
TV back panel
(expanded view)
TV back
In
Out
VCR back
VCR back AV panel
RF coaxial wire
(75ohm)
not included
with TV
A/V cables
not included
with TV
3 4
output
switch
Antenna
/Cable
Video
RL
R-Audio L/Mono
S-Video
Variable
Audio Out
Audio
Video
Output
R
L
Cable TV
wall jack
Round wire (75ohm)
Cable box
In
Out
In
Out
VCR back
VCR back AV panel
TV back panel
(expanded view)
TV back
RF coaxial wire
(75ohm)
not included
with TV
3 4
output
switch
A/V cables
not included
with TV
Antenna
/Cable
Video
RL
R-Audio L/Mono
S-Video
Variable
Audio Out
Audio
Video
Output
R
L
3 4
output
switch
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 12 to Auto Program
your Entertainment Machine.
1
2
3
4
5
Connect cable service and a VCR to your
Entertainment Machine.
back of
remote
VCR Without Cable Box
VCR With Cable Box
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Hook Up Your TV to a Super VHS VCR
Connecting an S-VHS player to your Entertainment Machine.
1
2
3
Locate the S-Video Out to TV jack on the
back of your S-VHS VCR. Connect the SVHS cable directly to this jack.
Connect this cable from the Out to TV
jack to the S-Video jack on the back of
your TV.
Find the audio and S-Video jacks on the
back of S-VHS player and connect them
following the instructions provided with
your equipment.
No S-Video cables are included with your
Zenith Entertainment Machine but they
can be purchased in most consumer
electronics stores. Without an S-Video
cable, you will not receive the Super VHS
quality picture.
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Antenna
/Cable
S-Video
Video
TV back
Variable
Audio Out
RL
R-Audio L/Mono
S-Video cable
not included
with TV
TV back panel
(expanded view)
VCR back
VCR back AV panel
output
S-Video Out
A/V cables
not included
with TV
switch
Audio Out
3 4
R L
Hook Up Your TV to a Stereo Amplifier
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Connecting your Entertainment Machine to a stereo amplifier.
1
2
For added audio depth and clarity, you can connect your Entertainment Machine to
a stereo amplifier.
Locate the Left/Right Audio Input jacks
on the back of your stereo amplifier.
Connect the Audio cables directly to
these jacks.
Connect these cables from the Left/Right
Variable Audio Input jacks to the
corresponding Left/Right jacks on the
back of your TV.
Audio Input
Stereo back
Stereo Amplifier back panel
TV back panel
(expanded view)
TV back
A/V cables
not included
with TV
Antenna
/Cable
Video
RL
R-Audio L/Mono
S-Video
Variable
Audio Out
RL
No Audio cables are included with your
Zenith Entertainment Machine but they
can be purchased in most consumer
electronics stores.
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Mini glossary
EZ PROGRAM EZ Program is how your Entertainment Machine finds all the channels available in your area and stores them into memory.
1
2
3
4
5
6
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
4/6
2
7
1
3/5
EZ Program
Use EZ Program to
automatically find and store
all of the stations available
in your area.
ANTENNA:
If your signal
source is an indoor/outdoor
antenna.
CABLE: If you get your signal
from a cable service.
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 EZ Program on your screen.
Press a RIGHT or LEFT arrow to reach the EZ Program screen.
Using the UP/DOWN arrows, choose either Cable TV or
Off-Air Antenna on your screen.
When you have made your selection, press a RIGHT or LEFT
arrow to begin EZ Program.
Press ENTER to return to TV viewing.
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If you are receiving your signal from an
antenna, select Antenna in the EZ Program
menu when it appears on screen. If you
have cable service, select Cable.
Setup Menu
EZ Program
Add/Del/Surf
Clock Set
Captions
Caption/Text
Language
To Program
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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.
Press once to quiet sound, press
again to mute, press again to
restore sound.
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
MBR3447CT
(124-233-04)
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
When active,
it will “surf” through the favorite
channels you have selected in your
Entertainment Machine
.
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The Buttons on Your Remote
A quick list of all of the buttons on the remote and what they do.
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PRG
CABLE
VCR
SURF
FLASHBK MUTE
CHANNEL
VOLUME VOLUME
CHANNEL
123
456
7
0
MENU
A
B
RECORD
PAUSE TIMER
REWIND FFWD
PLAY
STOP
POWER
AUX TV
89
ENTER
QUIT
CC
C
TV/VCR
SOURCE
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