Zenith PRO900 OPERATING GUIDE

HD Projection Display

Operating Guide and Warranty

for User

Model

PRO900X

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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 product.

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:

• 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.

RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER
(Now, while you can see it)

The model and serial number of your new HD Display are
located on the cabinet. For your future convenience, we
suggest that your record these numbers here:

MODEL NO.____________________________________
SERIAL NO.____________________________________

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

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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 operating guide can help you get many years of enjoyment and safe
operation that are built into your new product.

This product complies with all applicable U.S. Federal safety requirements, and those of the Canadian Standards Association.

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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 three-wire grounding ­type plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will
only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. 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
grounding-type 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

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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.

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

CONTENTS

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SAFETY WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4

INTRODUCTION

Installer’s Experience Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

National Power Cord Requirements U.S., Canada . . . . . . . . . . 6

STANDARD CONNECTIONS

Connections Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Connections Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Connections Center Input and Controls

Description/Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Connecting Computer Video Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Connecting Video and S-Video Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

USER’S QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Setup Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Basic Operation: Projecting a Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Using a Computer as a Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Communications Port Inter-Connection Wiring Reference . . . 11

Using a VCR or other Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using an S-Video VCR or other S-Video Source . . . . . . . . . . 13

TRK4000 TRACKBALL REMOTE CONTROL

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Programming Your Remote to Operate Other IR Devices . . . . 14

Basic Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Other Brand Equipment Programming Codes . . . . . . . . 16 - 17

Remote Key Functions in Other Operating Modes . . . . . . . . 18

Amplifier Volume Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Cable Volume Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Auto Find: Automatic Brand Code Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Cleaning The Trackball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

ON-SCREEN MENUS AND DISPLAYS

Available Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Basic Menu Operation (Selecting and Adjusting Menu

Features) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Trackball Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Trackball Menu Options

Status, Copy, Sleep Timer, Z-Trak, Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Source/Time Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

SOURCE MENU

Available Source Menu Options: Video, S-Video, RGB . . . . . . 23

Changing Input Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Input Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

SETUP MENU

Setup Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Timer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

On/Off Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Enable/Disable On/Off Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Video Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Aspect Ratio (Picture Proportion) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Format Pref. (Preference) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Label Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Blank Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Static Setup (Red, Blue, Green Convergence) . . . . . . . . . . . 28

VIDEO MENU

Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Video Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

RGB Source Special Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Caring for Your HD Projection Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Cabinet Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Extended Absence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Picture Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Before Calling For Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Problem Identification Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

RGB Source Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 - 34 - 35

YOUR ZENITH WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

Notes To Users: Do Installation First

Do not operate this equipment until installation has a been
completed by qualified service personnel! This is the HD Display
Operating Guide and Warranty. Before this equipment is ready to
be operated on a day-to-day basis, installation should be com­pleted. See the HD Display Installation and Setup Guide for

System Installer. after installation, use only your trackball
remote for everyday operation! Refer any questions about the
content of this Operating Guide and Warranty to service person­nel who have a background at least equivalent to that of an
Electronics Technician.

• Multi-Input Video Jacks

• Multi-Brand Progammable Trackball Remote Control

• 24 Hour Clock

• Sleep Timer

• On/Off Timer with Multiple Settings

• Source Format Memory

• Video Loop-Out jack

• Auto Signal Format Selection Mode

• On-Screen Menus

• On-Screen Status Display

• Multi-Language On-Screen Menu Options

• Source Format Labeling

HD Display Features

INSTALLER’S EXPERIENCE LEVEL

Your new HD Projection Display is a sophisticat­ed entertainment appliance. In addition to mak­ing the necessary connections, installation will

most likely require a series of adjustments to
ensure the projected image is not distorted. If these
adjustments are not accurate, the operation of the display
could be adversely affected.

For this reason, installation and setup should be performed
by a qualified service person and should conform to all
local codes. The installer must also adhere to the perti­nent Articles of the National Electrical Code (NEC), perti­nent Regulations of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC), and all relevant codes of local regulat­ing agencies.

INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS

Before you install your HD Display...

Ventilation -- Proper ventilation keeps your HD
Display running cool. Air circulates through per­forations on the sides of the cabinet. Do not
block these vents or you will shorten the life of
the display.

Power Cord -- This product has a three-wire
grounding-type plug having a third (grounding)
pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type

power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

Power Source -- Your HD Display is designed to

operate on normal household current, 120 volt

60 Hertz AC or 230 volt 50/60 Hertz AC. Do not

attempt to operate it on DC current. Your display
is configured at the factory for 120 volt, 60 Hz operation.
A service adjustment is necessary to permit the unit to
operate on 230 volt, 50/60 Hz. See Changing From 120
VAC To 230 VAC in the Placement and Configuration section
in the Installation Guide for System Installer for details.

Projection Surface -- We recommend a good quality screen
having a matte white finish, that measures 100’” or more
diagonally. Contact your local dealer for purchasing an
appropriate screen.

Note: Use of a projection screen designed for a single light
source projection system may result in significant side-to-side
color distortion.

INTRODUCTION

HD INTRO B-5-99

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NATIONAL POWER CORD REQUIREMENTS U.S., CANADA

• The power cord must be UL listed and CSA certified.

• The minimum specifications for the
power cord are as follows: No. 18
AWG, Type SV or SJ, 3 conductor.

• The power cord must have a rated
current capacity of at least 10
amperes.

• The attachment plug must be an
earth-grounding type with a NEMA 5­15P (15A, 125V) or NEMA 6-15P (15A,
250V) configuration.

OTHER COUNTRIES

• The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of
the agency responsible for evaluation in a specific
country. Acceptable agencies include the following:

BSI (United Kingdom) Nemko (Norway)
CEBEC (Belgium) OVE (Austria)
DEMKO (Denmark) SEMKO (Sweden)
EANSW (Australia) SEV (Switzerland)
SETI (Finland) UTE (France)
IMQ (Italy) VDE (Germany)
KEMA (The Netherlands) MITI (Japan)

• The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized) type
HO5VV-F 3-conductor cord with a minimum conductor
size of .03 square inches (1.0 square millimeter).

• The cord set must have a current capacity of at least 10
amperes and a nominal voltage rating of 125 or 250 VAC,
as required by the specific country’s power system.

Standard North America

(120 VAC)

North America (240 VAC)

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1. Remote Control Window — Receives the infrared signal
sent by the remote.
Note: Another remote control signal receiving window is
located on the front of the HD Display.

2. Up/Down/Left/Right arrows — Chooses on-screen menu
options.

3. ENTER — Use when an enter function is required.

4. MENU — Accesses on-screen menus.

5. POWER — Turns HD Display On and Off.

6. Power On Indicator — Lights when power is On.

7. R,G,B, H/V SYNC, V SYNC — Connect a video source that
provides video signals in the form of Red, Green, Blue,
Horizontal, Vertical Sync Outputs, to these input jacks.

8. Video In Jack — Connect a video source with a
composite video output to this jack.

9. Loop Out Jack — Provides the same VIDEO IN signal to
another component.
Note: Set Loop Out/In switch to “Out” if you connect a
video source to the Loop Out jack.

10.Loop Out/In Switch — Should be in the “In” position
unless a video source is connected to the Loop Out jack.
Note: Failure to set switch to proper position could
result in a video overload or a washed out video.

11. S-Video — Connect a video source with an S-Video jack
(Y- C Connector) to this input jack.

12. COMM — Connect a computer or serial device to this

jack.

STANDARD CONNECTIONS

CONNECTIONS CENTER

You have a choice of these video source connections: Video
In; S-Video In; and RGB with H/V Sync and V Sync. Use the
COMM jack to connect a computer serial port.

CONNECTIONS OPTIONS

You can connect equipment such as a: laser disc player,
VCR, computer, satellite receiver, or camcorder, (most

equipment that provides a video output).

CONNECTIONS CENTER INPUT AND CONTROLS DESCRIPTION/FUNCTION

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STANDARD CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING COMPUTER VIDEO SOURCES

Connect a video source such as a computer: PC, Laptop, or Notebook type.

CONNECTING VIDEO AND S-VIDEO SOURCES

Connect video sources with a tuner, (VCR) or other video sources such as a DVD player
or satellite receiver.

To hook up a laptop or computer, use a cable with a
15-pin D type connector on one end and BNC connectors
on the other end.

Note: Any special adapters, cables, or connectors shown
are not provided with the HD Display. See your computer
dealer for your special requirements.

To hook up a VCR, DVD play­er, or other video source,
use standard video connec­tors as needed.
Connect the video source to
the Video In jack on the HD
display. If the video source
has an S-Video connector,
then connect to the S-Video
jack on the HD Display.

Notes: For audio capability,
connect your Video sources’
Audio output to a separate
audio amplifier like a stereo
system; no audio capability
is provided with the HD
Display. Use cables and
adapters with the connector
types and jacks available on
the video source.

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Projecting a Picture

1. Press Mode repeatedly on remote to select TV mode.

2. Point remote toward HD Display screen, press POWER to
turn HD Display on. (Be sure all video sources are also
turned on.)

3. Press Trackball down to place cursor on the HD Display
screen.

4. Rotate trackball toward top of screen until Source menu
appears, select the video source you want to project.

5. Make any necessary on-screen adjustments using the
Setup and Video Menus.

6. When finished using the HD Display, select TV mode,
press POWER to turn the HD Display off.

Audio Amplifier Note:

Reference is made to an audio amplifier. The user-supplied
audio amplifier may be a stereo system. In that case, connect
Right and Left Audio Out from the video source you are using
to Right and Left Audio In on the audio amplifier.

USERS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

SETUP CHECKLIST

Turn on all system components including the
video source you intend to watch; video source
is the video equipment connected to the HD
Display connection center.

Turn on the HD Display.
Select a video source from one of the video

inputs provided on the connection center: Video
In, S-Video In, or RGB input jacks.

Set the HD Display internal clock.
The internal clock must be set before the Timer
Menu option will appear in the Setup Main Menu.

Select English, Spanish, French, or German for on­screen menus.

Use other options (fine-tune video image).

BASIC OPERATION: PROJECTING A PICTURE (Remote operates HD Display in TV mode)

Once the HD Display has been installed and set up,
follow these simplified instructions for operation.
Be sure to install batteries in the remote.

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USERS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Use the Trackball Remote to Access Menus and Make Changes

Once the HD Display has been installed and set up, follow these simplified instructions for operation. Be sure to install
batteries in the remote. See “Trackball Remote” section for further instructions regarding remote operation.

USING A COMPUTER AS A VIDEO SOURCE

Computer Setup Instructions

Connections Computer to HD Display

Computer Comm Port output jack to HD Display COMM port.

Menus Source Menu -

Select RGB as Video image source.

Setup Menu -

Select Aspect Ratio 4 x 3.
Select Static Setup and adjust if necessary.

Video Menu -

Make RGB Source adjustments if necessary.

Format If the new video source has not been connected before, it may be in a

format not recognized by the HD Display. If the new format is not
recognized, save it and give it a name.

Adjustments Make any additional image adjustments as required for this unique

setup. See the “Installation and Setup Guide for System Installer” for
set up instructions.

Source Menu with RGB

selected as Input Source

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USERS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

COMMUNICATIONS PORT INTER-CONNECTION WIRING REFERENCE