Zenith L20V26 Installation Manual
Operating Guide | Warranty
Model Number | L20V26 | LCD TV
© Copyright 2002, Zenith Electronics Corporation.
WARNING :
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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.
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:
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. The responsible party for this product’s compliance is :
Zenith Electronics Corporation,
2000 Millbrook Drive,
Lincolnshire, IL 60069, USA
1-847-941-8000
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• 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.
“Entertainment Machine ” is a trademark of Zenith Electronics Corporation
RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER
(Do this now, while it is convenient)
The model and serial number of your Entertainment
TM
Machine 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.____________________________________
TM
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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.
This product complies with all applicable U.S. Federal safety requirements, and those of the
Canadian Standards Association.
INTRODUCTION
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 followed.
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, Carts, and Stands
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. Power-Cord Polarization
This product is equipped with a three-wire
grounding type 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, 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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
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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/ NFPA70 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
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 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
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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 fall-
en 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.
The product may slide or fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to
the product.
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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CONTENTS
INDEX
Safety Warnings 2
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Important safety Instructions 3
Controls 6
TV Overview 10
Antenna Connections 13
VCR Connections 14
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External Equipment Connections 15
DVD Player Connections 16
DTV (Set-top Box) Connections 17
Remote Control:
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Installing Batteries/ Operation 18
Turning the TV on 19
TV Mode Available Menus 20
Menu Language Selection 21
Closed Captions 22
Parental Control 25
Auto Programming:
Finding/Erasing channels 27
Sleep Timer Setup 29
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Before operating the
TV, please read this
manual carefully.
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Audio/Sound Setup 30
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Video/Picture Setup 36
Product Specifications 40
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Maintenance 41
Troubleshooting Check List 42
Notes 43
Zenith Limited Warranty Back Cover
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Controls
Front of the TVTV
Front of the
Side Control panel
Side Control panel
ch
vol
enter
menu
tv/video
on/off
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Remote Control Sensor
Power/Standby indicator
Illuminates brightly when the
TV is in standby mode. Dims
when the TV is switched on.
Channel Buttons
Volume Buttons
Enter Button
Menu Button
TV/Video Button
Power button
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DC
(15V)
DC
12V/0.2A
S
ANT IN
75Ω
L
L
Y
PB PR
DVD / DTV
(480i/480p)
DC IN
(15V)
DC
12V/0.2A
ANT IN
75Ω
L
L
Y PB
PR
DVD / DTV IN
COMPONENT(480i/480p)
L R
AUDIO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
MONITER OUT
H/P
RL
VIDEO VIDEO
AUDIO
RL
AUDIO
MONO
Back of the TVTV
Back of the
Connection Panel
Connection Panel
INTRODUCTION
Power Input
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DVD/DTV Input
Headphone
Jack
S-Video Input
Audio/Video
Input
Monitor Output
Power Output
Antenna Input
7
power
flashbk
menu
mute
sleep
ch
enter
vol vol
ch
cc
tv/video
0
2 3
5 64
8 97
1
mts
Controls
Remote Control Overview
Remote Control Overview
POWER BUTTON
NUMBER BUTTONS
FLASHBACK BUTTON
CHANNEL (
MENU BUTTON
) BUTTONS
DE
MTS BUTTON
● Press the FLASHBACK button to view the
last program you were watching.
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TV/VIDEO Button
TV/VIDEO Button
on Remote Control
on Remote Control
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TV/VIDEO BUTTON
CC BUTTON
MUTE BUTTON
ENTER BUTTON
VOLUME (
F G
) BUTTONS
SLEEP BUTTON
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* Each press of this button changes the view-
ing source as indicted below.
TV programs
/Cable TV
* VIDEO, S-VIDEO, COMPONENT Select
each mode for watching the corresponding
external equipment.
VIDEO
S-VIDEOCOMPONENT
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TV Overview
1.5V
1.5V
power
flashbk
menu
mute
sleep
ch
enter
vol vol
ch
cc
tv/video
0
2 3
5 64
8 97
1
mts
AS mark
Zenith
Accessories
Accessories
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AC Adapter
Power cord
AAA
Batteries
Remote Control
Operating guide
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atching
WWatching
* Please be sure to connect the TV to the adapter before connecting the power plug to the wall power outlet.
a. Remove the connection panel cover as shown below.
b. Connect the antenna cable to the antenna input port on TV.
c. Connect the adapter to the power input port on the TV.
d. Plug the power cord into the wall power outlet after connecting the power cord to the adapter.
e. Reinstall the connection panel cover.
TV Programs
TV Programs
a
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ON/OFF
c
b
Notes : ● If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may be a slight flicker when turned on.
This is normal : there is nothing wrong with TV.
●Some tiny, pin-point sized dots may appear on the screen. However, this will have no
adverse effect on the monitor's performance.
●Avoid touching the LCD screen or holding your finger(s) against it for long periods of time.
Doing so may produce some temporary distortion effects on the screen.
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TV Overview
2°
13°
Adjusting the
Adjusting the
* You can adjust the angle of the TV between 2° and 13°.
TV V
TV V
iewing
iewing
Angle
Angle
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Antenna Connections
DC
12V/0.2A
ANT IN
75Ω
L
L
OUT
IN
MONITER OUT
RL
VIDEO
AUDIORLAUDIO
DC
12V/0.2A
ANT IN
75Ω
L
L
OUT
MONITER OUT
VIDEO
RL
AUDIO
DC
12V/0.2A
ANT IN
75Ω
L
L
OUT
MONITER OUT
R
VIDEO
RL
AUDIO
* For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction.
Indoor
Indoor
● Typical wall antenna jack used in apartment buildings, connect the antenna cable as shown below.
(Use the correct type of antenna cable for the type of wall antenna jack.)
Antenna Connections
Antenna Connections
75Ω Round Cable
Turn clockwise to
tighten.
Bronze Wire
300Ω Flat Wire
Antenna
Apartment Buildings
* If you have a 75Ω round cable, insert the bronze wire and then tighten the connection
nut. If you have a 300Ω flat wire, connect the twisted wire to the antenna converter and
then connect the converter to the antenna jack on the TV.
* When using 75Ω round cable, do not bend the bronze wire. It may cause poor picture
quality.
Outdoor
Outdoor
Antenna Connections
Antenna Connections
Wall Connection Jack
Converter
Antenna jack
● This type of antenna is commonly used in single family dwellings.
Turn clockwise to
tighten.
Bronze Wire
Antenna
Converter
Antenna jack
Single Family Home
VHF Antenna
UHF
Antenna
75Ω Round Cable
300Ω Flat Wire
CONNECTIONS
* In poor signal areas, to get better pic-
ture quality, install the antenna as
shown to the right.
* If antenna is split for two TVs, use sig-
nal splitter for connection.
VHF
signal
Amplifier
UHF
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VCR Connections
* In Video mode, TV automatically reverts to TV mode if the channel (
are pressed.
* Connect to other A/V equipment using input jacks on the TV.
Connecting a VCR
Connecting a VCR
) buttons or number buttons (0~9)
D,E
How to connect
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● Connect the audio/video output jacks on VCR to the corresponding input jacks on the TV.
VIDEO
S-VIDEOH/P
AUDIO
Typical
Antennas
Direct
connection
ANT IN
ANT OUT
S-VIDEO
CH3 CH4
OUT
IN
(R) (L)
AUDIO VIDEO
MONO
IN
2
AUDIO
VIDEO
RRL
L
MONITOR OUT
1
ANT IN
L
L
DC OUT
75Ω
12V/0.2A
VCR Connection Panel
How to use
2
Watching TV programs
Turn the TV on and tune to a channel.
Watching VCR
a. Press tv/video button of the remote control to select Video mode.
* Select channel 3 or 4 for only ANT IN connection .
* Select VIDEO to use Audio/Video In connections .
b. Insert a video tape into the VCR and press the PLAYbutton.
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