Zenith PVY5265RK Owner’s Manual

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SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING

WARNING:

POWER-CORD POLARIZATION

This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type alternating-current line plug. _Ilaisplug 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 power outlet, contact your elec- trician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the three-wire grounding-type plug.

REGULA TORY INFORMATiON

Note: 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 reason- able protecti,on against harmful interference in a residential in-

stallation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accord- ance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio comdaunications. However, there is no guarantee that in- terference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televi-

sion reception, which can be determined by turning the equip-

ment 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.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. TO PREVENT HRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dzngerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of safficient

magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intendeAi to alert

the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appli_aace.

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, do rLotuse this three-wire, grounding-type plug with an e_tension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless all three of the blades of theeplug can be

fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

CAUTION

Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without writ- ten authorization from the manufacturer. Unauthorized modifi-

cation could void the user's atthority to operate this product.

CAUTION

These servicing instruction.,; are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce 1:herisk of electric, shock, do not

perform any servicing other than those contai:ned in the operat- ing instructions unless you arc:qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified perso:anel.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be

read before the product i:_operated.

2. Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be fol-

lowed.

3. Retain Instructions

The safety and operating instructions should be re-

tained for future reference.

4. Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating in-

structions 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 manufac- turer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

8. Transporting Product A prod_act and cart combination should be moved

with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combina-

tion to overturn.

9. Attachments

Do not use attachments rLotrecommended 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, rag, or other similar sur- face. 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 c,perated 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 deali_r or local power company. For lzroducts intended to operate from baltery power, or other sources, refer to the

operating instructions

12. Line-Cord Polarization This product is equipped with a polarized alternat-

ing-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 p!Lugshould still fail Io fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety pur- pose of the polarized phxg.

13. Power-Cord Protectio_L

Power-supply cords shoJld be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular at- tention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles,

and the point where they exit from the product.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1,1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding 18.

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 8!0 of the National Electrical Code

(U.S.A.), ANSI/NFPA 70 provides information 19. 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 con- ductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,

conneclien to grounding electrodes, and require- 20.

ments for the grounding electrode.

EXAMPLE OF GROUNDING ACCORDING TO

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS

Antenna Lead in Wire

Ground

,_ Antenna Discharge Unit

_---------.---._._ J/ (NEC Section 810-20)

I _ _ Grounding Conductors

NFC - NATIONAL [-LECTRICAL CODE

15. Lightning For added protection for this product (receiver) dur-

. (NEC Section 810-21)

Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC

T Art 250, Part H)

21. Replacement Parts

ing 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.

1,6. Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be located in

22. Safety Check

the vicinity of overhead power lines or other elec- tric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into

such power lines or circuits. When installing an out- side antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits

23. Wall or Ceiling Mounti:ag

as contact with them might be fatal.

17. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as

24. Heat

this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product

through openings as they may touch dangerous volt- age points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as

opening or removing covers may expose you to dan- gerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualifie.d service personnel.

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 fol-

lowing the operating instructions. ,Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating

instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result ir_damage and will often re- quire 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 per-

formance.

When replacement parts .are required, be sure the

service technician has used replacement parts speci- fied by the manufacturer or have the same

characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized

substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

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.

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling

only as recommended by the manufacturer.

The product should be shuated away from heat

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including: amplifiers) that produce

heat.

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INTRODUCTION

WELCOME

Welcome into the family of Zenith Color Television owners. "ibis guide provides instructions on how to operate your new T_. In addition, we strongly advise you to read and observe

the precautions listed in the Safety Tips section of this operat- ing guide. Read this publication carefully so that you will re-

ceive full enjoyment from your new Zenith TV for many years to come.

Your new TV has been designext and built to give you the very best in quality,, features and pertormance. There are many re-

gional Zenith authorized service: centers throughout the U.S., Canada and Mexico who can at|end promptly and effectively

to ordinary service needs. If you should have an unusual performance or service problem

that cannot be ,,;atisfactorily resolved by your Zenith authorized service center, call or write:

Zenith Electronics Corporation

Customer Service Department

1000 Milwaukee Avenue

Glenview, IL 6C_325-2493 Telephone: (847) 391-8752

Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Central Time

Send the model[ number, serial number, and dale of purchase or original installation, with a full explanation of the problem

and the service history. We will welcome the opportunity to look into your :specific question or problem and to be of assis-

tance in resolving it promptly. The model and serial numbers of your new TV a_:elocated on the

back of the TV cabinet. For your future convenience and protec- tion, we suggest that you record these numbers here:

Model No.

Serial No.

INSTALLATION CONSIDERA"I IONS

Before you install your TV... Ventilation -- Proper ventilation keeps your TV

running cool. Air circulates through perforations in the back and bottom of the cabinet. Do not

block these vents or you will shorten the life of your "IV.

on normal household current, 120 volt 60 Hertz AC. Power Source -- Your TV is designed to operate

Do not attempt to operate it on DC current.

Power Cord -- Your power cord has a polarized plug as required by Underwriters' Laboratories. It

has one regular blade and one wide blade and fits only one way into a standard electrical outlet. If the blades will not enter either way, your outlet is

w;ry old and non-standard. A new outlet should be installed by a qualified electrician.

Safe Operation -- Your TV is manufactured and tested with your safety in mind. However, unusual stress caused by dropping or mishandling, expo- sure to flood, fire, rain or moisture, or accidental spilling of liquids into the TV, can result in poten- tial electrical shock or fire hazards. If this hap-

pens, have your TV checked by a service technician before using it again.

Please read and observe each safety point in the "Safety

Tips" section when installing and using your TV.

VIDEO GAMES AND OTtlER FIXED

PATTERN DISPLAY CAUT]ION -- If you use your TV for

video games or other fixed disp lays, avoid setting the BRIGHTNESS control for an excessively bright picture. A fixed display L';any image which does not change frequently,

such as a channel/network identification or other symbol that remains in the same location for long periods of time. A bright, fixed pattern, if left on for long periods of time, can re-

sult in a permanent imprint oa tae "IV picture tube. You can re- duce this possibility by alternating the use of the fixed pattern display with normal TV pictrxe viewing, by turning down the

CONTRAST control for sustaired fixed pattern use, and by turning off the fixed pattern display when not in use.

PLUGGING IN YOUR TV --- Be sure to plug your TV into an "unswitched" AC power source. The "switched" AC out-

lets found on some video equipment will not continue supply- ing power to the TV once the extuipment is turned off. If the power to the TV is interrupted, you will have to reset the clock

in the TV to the current time.

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INTRODUCTION

METHODS OF 71t' AND ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Y_ur new Zenith TV is a very sophisticated, High-Tech electronic appliance. "IV operation, video pictare adjustments and audio sound adjustments are performed through on-screen menus and displays. Self-explanatory menu icons are used throughout. Most features can be selected and adjusted from the comfort of your favorite chair by using either of the infrared remote controls, the Uni-

w_rsal (7 Mode) remote or the Z-Trak trackball (TV/VCR) remote. Either of the two remote control:_ can be used to operate the TV. Use the multi-brand (7 Mode) programmable remote if you have different brands and[types of equipment in your video system

which you need to control remotely. Use the Z-Trak (TV/VCR) programmable remote if you feel comfortable using trackball access similar to that provided by the familiar computer mouse device. Also, many features can be selected and adjusted by using the con-

trol panel on the TV, except for StarSight. StarSight provides an electronic programming guide which is updated with new scheduling information automatically while the TV

is Off. StarSight allows you to rapidly scan through the channel programming guide to find a prograna for viewing oi recording. Pro- g_:amscan be searched and selected by category, theme, subject, etc. if desired.

FEATURES PROVIDED ON YOUR TV

This operating guide describes a family of TV models. Not all models have all of the features described in this guide. In addition, different control panels may be used from model to model. Most models include the following features:

GENERAL FEATURES

Optional StarSight ® Program Guide Capability Automatic TV Operation Demonstration On-Screen Menus accessed by Remote Controls or TV Con-

trol Panel Universal (7 Mode) Programmable Remote Control

Z-Trak Trackball (TV/VCR Modes) Programmable Remote Control

Closed Captions and Text Modes

l81 Channel Tuning

Automatic Channel Search Programming

Parental Control, Block Channel(s)

Channel Labels (ABC, NBC, MAX, SHO, etc. or create your own custom labels)

Source Identif-lcation (VCR, Cable Box, etc.) Sleep Timer

On/Off Timer (Vacation Timer)

Activate/Deactivate On/Off Timer selection

On-Screen _-ognIdentifiers

Antenna/Cable and Loop-Out to Cable Box Jacks

Rear Chassis In/Out Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks

Front Chassis In Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks Channel Surf-to-PIP

(Available on some models Olfly)

On-Screen Video Adjustments ADDITIONAL PROJECTION TV ONLY FEATURES

Channel Scan Add Channels VCR Shelf Channel Scan Delete Channels Built-in Screen Protector (Avai!Lalzleon Some Models)

Select Channel Surfing Channels Optional Screen Protector (Available on Some Models) Z-Trak Icons Menu Larger TV/Source Connections Jack Panel on back of TV

Adjustable Pointer Speed Control for Trackball Remote iFront Video/S-Viideo Input Jacks

2-Level Audio Mute Control On-Screen Captions when Audio Muted

Variable Audio Output jacks

External Surround Sound Speaker',s) Output Jacks Front and Rear Surround Sound Speaker Contro]Ls

Preset Surround Sound Surround Sound Speaker Hook-Up Jacks

On-Screen Audio Adjustments MTS Stereo SoundRite Auto Volume Control

PIP (Picture-In-Picture) FEATURES

Video Swap PIP Window/Main Screen Picture PIP/Main Screen Pictures Freeze

Picture-In-Picture Capability wi.th 2 Direct-Source TV Tuners

1-Minute Commercial Break Surf.-to-PIP Channel Scanning Audio Swap PIP Window/Main S:reen Picture

Move PIP Window anywhere on-screen with Z-Trak Remote

AUDIO FFATURES

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CONTENTS

Connections and Basic Operations

Safety Warnings ...................................... ii

hnportant Safety Instructions ............................ iii

INTRODUCTION

Welcome ............................................ v

Installation Considerations .............................. v

Methods of Operation .................................. vi

Features Provided on your TV Chart ...................... vi

Setup Checklisl ...................................... viii

STANDARD TV/SOURCE CONNECTIONS Introduction TV/Source Connection Panel, Overview Connection Options, TV/Source Connections Panel, Front ofTV A/V Jacks,

Setups: I-TV Only, 2-TV and Cable Box, 3-TV and 4-VCR, TV _ith VCR and Cable Box, Accessory Jacks, Surround

Speakers and Audio Amplifier .......................... 1-1

FIRST TIME YOU OPERATE YOUR TV Control Panel, Battery Installation, Power, Main Picture and PIP

Source, Auto Program, Clock, Other Options and Projection TV

Setup .............................................. 2-1

PIP (Picture-in-Picture) OPERATION Overview, Selecting Main Picture and PIP Inset

Source, PIP ON/Off, PIP Features/Controls Options with Universal and Trackball remotes, PIP Source Capabilities with

Different Connection Setups ........................... 3-1

(Jniversal Remote Control Menus

UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL MBR3459 Introduction, Battery Installation, Operating Mode, TV

Operations, Key Functions Chart, Programming,

Special Features, Auto Find, and Brand Codes ............. 4-I

QUICK REFERENCE TO MENUS

Available Menus, Basic Menu Operation ................. 5-1

SOURCE MENU

Menu Operation, Source Selection ....................... 6-1

SETUP MENU Menu Operation, Auto Program, Channel Add/Del/Surf, Clock

Set, Captions, Caption/Text, Language, Background, StarSight

Projo Setup: Color Convergence ........................ 7-1

SPECIAL FEATURES Menu Operation, Timer Setup, Sleep Timer, On/OffTimer,

Channel Labels, Source ID, Parental Control, Auto Demo .... 8-1

AUDIO MENU Menu Operaffon, Bass, Treble, Balance, Audio Mode, SoundRite,

F:ont Surround Rear Surround, Speakers ................. 9-I

VIDEO MENU Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness, Color

Temp, Video Filter, Skin Tone, and Video Preset .......... 10-I

PIP VIDEO I_IENU

Contrast, Tint, Size ................................... 11-I

Z-Trak Remote Control Menus

Z-TRAK TRACKBALL REMOTE CONTROL Introduction, Battery Installation, Choosing Operating Mode,

Basic Operations, VCR Function Keys, Auto Find, VCR Brand

Codes, Cleaning: the Trackball ........................ 12-1

Z-TRAK REMOTE MENUS OVERVIEW Available On-Screen Menus, Basic Menu Operation,

Menu Icons, On-Screen Displays, Volume Control ......... 13-1

Z-TRAK REMOTE MENU OPERATION

Point and Press Operation, Menu Operation Options ....... 14-1

Z-TRAK REMOTE SOURCE MENU

Menu Operation, Source Selection ...................... 15-1

Z-TRAK REMOTE SETUP MENU Menu Operation, Auto Program, Channel Add/Del/Surf, Clock

Set, Captions, Caption/Text, Language, Background,

StarSight .......................................... 16-1

Z-TRAK REMOTE SPECIAL FEATURES Menu Operation, Timer Setup, Sleep Timer, OrdOff Timer,

Channel Labels, Source ID, Parental Control, Auto Demo... 17-1 Z-TRAK REMOTE AUDIO MENU

Menu Operation, Bass, Treble, Balance, Audio Mode, SoundRite,

Front Surround, Rear Surround, Speakers ................ 18-1

Z-TRAK REMOTE VIDEO MENU

Menu Operation, Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness,

Color Temp, Video Filter, Skin Tone, and Video Preset ..... 19-1

Z-TRAK REMOTE PIP VIDEO MENU

Menu Operation, Contrast, Tint, Size .................... 20-1

Maintenance and _Varranty

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Caring, Extended Absence, Interference,

Before Calling for Service ............................ 21-1

Recommended Accessories Replacement Product Registration Card

Your Zenith Warranty

tlow to use this operating guide

Standard TV installation and operation is given in this portion of the operating guide. Follow the procedures given if you will not be using StarSight®. Two remote controls are provided, each with its own set of on-screen menus. Refer to the appropriate sec- ti3ns of this guide when using the different remote controls.

,i_ Refer to the StarSight® portion of this operating guide for StarSight® activation and ope:ration.

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SETUP CHECKLIST

_ ote: Turn off the power on all system components before making connections. Do not disconnect your cable box power

, cord, it may interfere with your cable service.

3 Connect All Source Equipment to TV

Connect your Antenna or Cable service line as well as any accessory equipment such as a V('R. Do not connect this TV or other system component equipment to an electrical outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.

Install Batteries in the Remote Controls

Batteries are provided but must be installed in both the universal and trackball remote controls.

Turn on All Source System Components

The TV and other Source equipment you connected to the TV/Source Connection Panel or, if available, the "I_/"Front Panel.

Select Main Picture Source and PIP Inset Picture Source

The IMam Picture Source and the PIP Inset Window Picture Source can be any source listed anc available in the Source Menu.

Subscribe to StarSight Service (Optional)

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You do not have to subscribe to StarSight to operate this TV.

Refer to the StarSight portion of the operating guide for StarSight subscription information.

Perform Projection TV Setup (Projection TV Models Color Convergence)

This procedure should be performed when the TV is first installed and if it is moved later to a different location.

Perform Auto Program Procedure (Not required with StarSight Service)

This procedure finds and stores the available channels from your local broadcast area in the TV's memory.

Options

You may consider using the following options: Surf Channel Scan, Channel Labels, Channel Add/Delete/Surf_ Source ID, and make changes to the Audio and Video settings to your personal preference.

Two Tuner Capability Using either Ant/Cable 1 or 2 sources gives you two-tuner capability; one Tuner for the Main Picture, and a second Tuner for the

PIP Inset Picture. (Use the TV to tune 2 live TV channels, depending on hookup.) Options Quick Overview

Surf Channel Scan -- Create a list of only the channels you view frequently for access by Chan Up/Down. Channel Labels -- Include a channel or network name such as HBO, Max etc., for the channels you receive or give a channel a cus-

tom name of your own. Channel Add/Delete/Surf-- Allows to you include or omit any available channel from the channel scan accessed by Chan

Up/Down.

1-Minute Commercial Surf-to-PIP -- Allows you to transfer temporarily your surf channels to the Main screen picture for viewing

while a commercial is being broadcast. Source ID -- Allows you to label and identify your system component by type of equipment such as VCR, Photo CD, etc., Audio/Video Adjustments -- You can set the video and audio adjustments to your personal preferences. Color Conver£ence -- Projection TVs only. Aligning Red and Blue colors over Yellow yields the ultimate in picture appearance.

"]?hereare some TV models that have built-in and optional screen protectors, be sure to follow instrnJclions when cleaning them be- comes necessary.

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STANDARD TV/SOURCE CONNECTIONS

INTRODUCTION W/SOURCE CONNECTION PANEL

Shown below are examples of the type of "Source" equipment you can connect to your TV. Your antenna or cable service line should be connected to Antenna/Cable 1. If you have a Cable Box, connect it to Antenna/Cable 2. Use the Audio/Video connections for accessory equipment like a VCR. To hear stereo audio from your stereo VCR during tape playback, you must use the

Audio/Video connections. Note: Additional Audio/Video Input jacks are provided (on some TVs) on the front of the TV for your convenience.

OVERVIEW: SOURCE EQUIPMENT CONNECTION OPTIONS

Over-the-Air Antenna

or Cable Service

Camcorder

Connection -_--__ _____aye_'/ J

L TV,Source

Panel __

Input Source jacks on TV/Source Connection Panel on back of TV and A/V inputs on front.

Antenna/Cable 1 In Jack Antenna/Cable 2 In Jack

Video 1In Jacks Video 2 In Jacks

S-Video In Jacks l:¥ont Audio/Video (In) Jacks

Speaker On/Off Switch

Speaker Internal/External Switch

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Output Jacks on TV/Souv'ce Connections Panel to Accessory Equipment

Loop-Out to Cable Box Monitor Out Jacks

Variable Audio Out Jacks Surround Speakers Out Jacks

External Speakers Out Jacks StarSight Emitter Output Jack

Example list of accessory equipment that can be connected to the TV/Sourc,.=Connections Panel and

front of TV.

VCRs, S-Video Equipment, Camcorders, Lase:r Video Disk Players, Video!Surveillance Cameras, Various Audio Equip- ment such as an Audio Amplifier or Stereo System, External Speaker, Surround Sound Speakers etc. Use Audio/Video Ca-

bles to make the connections sh,gwn above. Note: Cables shown above are not supplied with your TV and

can be purchased at your local Zenith dealer. Measure each ca- ble length nee_ted.

STANDARD W/SOURCE CONNECTIONS

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TV/SOURCE CONNECTIONS PANEL

Locate the TV/Source Connection Panel on the back of the TV.

ANTENNA/CABLE 1

75-ohm antenna or cable-TV con-

nection to your TV. Attach your an-

tenna, cable-TV line or VCR to

this jack.

ANTENNA/CABLE

Routes the cable-TV input to

Antenna/Cable 2 back to the cable s_oEoj_ ,o---_'-

box supplied by the cable service. @ _)-)_,_--_ _

Select EXT (external) to remove _ -_

Select INT (internal) to, hear sound _ _N _ _ _) (.3__

Connections for output to optional _

SPEAKER EXT/INT

sound from the TV s speakers. __ O ® _st_._ _ONtToff_,,-72----

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from the TV s speakers, c0_0t _T _ _

SURROUND SPEAKER __ _ ,,,_,_

surround sound speakers.

TURN OFF POWER OR UNPLUG

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TERMINALS __ __

STARSIGHT CONTROL PORT Jack for connection of StarSight Re-

mote Emitter cable•

_ from a stereo VCR or other A/V

TV POWER CORD BEFORE MAKING ANY CONNECTIONS.

VII)EO 1 or 2 IN

Jacks for audio and video input

c,aw,ponent. (You must connect to these jacks in order to hear stereo

sound when playing a stereo tape.)

S-VIDEO IN

-- Jacks for audio and video input f:rora a Super-VHS component.

MONITOR OUT Standard audio/video jacks for out-

put to an audio/video monitor.

VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT Standard phono jack connectors for

output to an optional stereo ampli- fier or to external speakers•

FRONT CHASSIS W/SOURCE CONNECTIONS PANEL, (Availabte on Some Models)

If your TV model is equipped with front TV/Source A/V input jacks, they are located behind a small door on the control panel on

• e front of the TV. Although two types of panels are used on the front of the TV (as shown below), in the on-screen menus, both Type I and Type 2 are referred to as "Front Video" and "Front S-Video."

Note: Use the Right and Left Audio jacks with either Video or S-Video jacks.

Type I, S-VIDEO (In) Jacks for audio and video input from a Super-VHS VCR.

S-VIDEO VIDEO

FRONT VIDEO INPUT

I_pe I, VIDEO (In) Jacks for audio and video input from a stereo VCR or other A/V component.

_ FRONT AUDIO INPUT-

RIGHT LEFT

Type II, S-VIDEO 2 (In)

Jacks for audio and video input from a Super-VHS VCR.

S-VIDEC) 2 VIDEO 3

VIDEO INPUT

Type II, VIDEO 3 (In)

Jacks for audio and video input from a stereo VCR or other A/V

component.

RIGHT

AUDIOINPUT

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STANDARD W/SOURCE CONNECTIONS

SETUP 1: TV ONLY

If'you receive your television signal by antenna or basic cable-

TV (no cable box), connect your television as shown here.

FORE MAKING ANY CONNECTIONS TO TURN OFF POWER OR UNPLUG TV BE- YOUR TV.

;able Leading from.. Connected to..

Wall Jack--- TV--

5 ohm Antenna From Antenna or "Antenna/Cable ?able Cable Service. I."

Note: All cables shown are not supplied with this TV.

SETUP 2: TV AND CABLE BOX

If you receive your television signal from a cable box, connect your television as shown in the illustration.

Antenna or Cable.-TV Connection

POWER CORD Ar ANY TIME!

, DO NOT PLUG YOUR TV POWER CORD INTO

DO NOT UNPLUG YOUR CABLE BOX

TIlE BACK OF YOUR CABLE BOX!

'able

5 ohm Antenna _able

5 ohm Antenna :able

5 ohm Antenna ?able *

) (Supplied) ',emote Emitter

;able.

Leading from..

Wall Jack-- From Antenna or

Cable Service. TV--

"Loop Out To Decoder."

Cable Box--

"Out."

TV-- Cable Box---

"StarSight Control Front panel. Port."

Connected to..

TV--

"Antenna/Cable

2." Cable Box---

"In."

'IV m

"Antenna/Cable

1."

Note: All cables shown are not supplied with this TV.

StarSight Note: Do not adhere the Remote Emitter until af- t_w you have completed activating StarSight and you have confirmed the correct code that operates your Cable Box. Once the code is confirmed, peer off the backing of the sticker on the Remote Emitter and adhere it in place.

If you want to activate StarSight, proceed to the StarSight sec-

tion of the operating guide. Note: Cables shown above can be purchased at your local Ze-

nith dealer. Measure each cable !,ength needed.

activate StarSight.

Cable Box Connection

CABLE BOX FRONT

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STANDARD TV/SOURCE CONNECTIONS

SETUP 3: TV AND VCR

If you receive your television signal through your VCR, connect your television as shown here.

Cable

A 7-<;ohm Antenna Cable

B 7,'; ohm Antenna

Cable C

Audio/Video Cables

D (Supplied)

Remote Emitter

Cable

Leading from..

Wall Jack--- From Antenna or Cable Service.

VCR--

"Out to TV."

VCR--

"R-Audio-L/Video

Out." TV--

"StarSight Control Port."

Connected to..

VCR-- "VHF In."

TW--

"Antenna/Cable

1 ."

TV--

"Video I or 2 In."

VCR-- Front panel.

Notes: Use the Audio/Video connections if you wish to hear iStereo sound flom your VCR in tape playback mode.

If you have a Super-VHS VCR, see connections diagram for that type of equipment at lower right of page.

All cables shown are not supplied with this TV.

StarSight Note: Do not adhere the Remote Emitter until af- ter you have completed activating StarSight and you have confirmed the correct code that operates your VCR. Once the code is confirmed, peel off the backing of the sticker on the Remote Emitter and adhere it in place.

If you want to activate StarSight, proceed to the StarSight sec- tion of the operating guide.

0 _ [_ _ __ ._----_

!_J,_ _ I_lI_ _1,..,.x._ "_ __

il _--_J" _-_---___._ _--:_

Standard VHS VCR Connection

Notes to above:

Y_ur VCR lnpu_t jack may be called,"

VHF, VHF In, Ant In, RF In, UHF/VHF/CABLE IN, In from Ant, Antenna In, From Antenna.

Ycur VCR Output jack may be called;

Out To TV, VHF Out, Ant Out, RF Out.

Your Cable Boa: Input and Output jc:cks may be called;

Cable In, Cable Out, Out to TV, CATV In, CATV Out. Note: Cables shown above can be purchased at your local Ze-

nith Dealer. Measure each cable length needed.

3(r63-0 1 -- 4

Super-VHS VC R ,Connection

STANDARD TV/SOURCE CONNECTIONS

SETUP 4:" TV WITH VCR AND CABLE BOX

I1:you receive 5'our television signal through your Cable Box and VCR, connect your television as shown here.

BOX POWER CORD AT ANY TIME! DO NOT UNPLUG YOUR CABLE

DO NOT PLUG YOUR TV POWER CORD INTO THE BACK OF YOUR CABLE BOX!

;able Leading from.. Connected to..

Wall Jack--- TV--

'5 ohm Antenna From Antenna or "Antenna/Cable 7able Cable Service. 2."

TV-- Cable Box--

'5 ohm Anterma "Loop Out to "In." ".able Decoder."

Cable Box-- VCR-- '5 ohm Antenna "Out." "VHF In." _able

) VCR-- TV-- '5 ohm Antenna "Out To TV." "Antenna/Cable .'able 1."

VCR-- TV-- _udio/Video "R-Audio-L/Video "Video 1 or 2 In." 2ables Out."

kL"-..

_=::::O::::= I ,

// BOX

IIII _ _ _--_-_ _, FRONT

/ _'_-__ VCR

CABLE

(Supplied) TV-- VCR/Cable Box--

remote Emitler "StarSight Control Front Panels. :able Port."

Notes: Use the Audio/Video connections if you wish to hear Stereo sound from your VCR in tape playback mode.

StarSight Note: Do not adhere the Remote Emitters until af- ter you have completed activating StarSight and you have confirmed the correct codes that operate your equipment. Once the codes are confirmed, peel off the backing of the sticker on the Fmitters and adhere it in place.

I1!you want to activate StarSight, proceed to the StarSight sec- tion of the operating guide.

_ivate StarSight.

Cable Box and VC R Connection

Notes to abow;:

Your VCR Input jack may be ca;led;

VHF, VHF In, Ant In, RF In, UHF/VHF/CABLE IN, In from

Ant, Antenna In, From Antenna.

Your VCR Output jack may be called; Out To TV, VHF Out, Ant Out, RF Out.

Your Cable Box Input and O_',tp,_tjacks may be called;

Cable In, Cable Out, Out to q-V, CATV In, CATV Out. Note: Cables shown above can be purchased at your local Ze-

nith dealer. Measure each cable length needed.

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STANDARD TV/SOURCE CONNECT IONS

FRONT 71/" AUDIO/VIDEO (A/V) CONNECTIONS FOR OPTIONAL VA'DEO EQUIPMENT

Super-VHS VCR wcwDto

O_JT

S,.r.oCmoo,d.,__

Connections to FRONT VIDEO IN -- I _ or FRONT S-VIDEO IN jacks. _

(Some TV models only.) ,t_,/ _,_

........

,ll_o lmdr -_ t,t,o_ lm_R_-_

OPTIONAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER/SURROUND SOUND CONNECTIONS TO TV

If you wish to lislen to the TV audio through an external amplifier or stereo system, or listen to surround sound audio, make the connec- tions to the TV shown in the illustration below.

,_ TURN OFF POWER OR UNPLUG TV BEFORE MAKING ANY CONNECTIONS TO YOUR TV.

Surround

:_peakers Silver _ _)_

L___V Si_,_r

.......

Amplifier and Dual Surround Speaker Connections

TV Speakers On

(Some Models Only) :

SPEAKER EXT/INT switch in the INT

(internal) position -- TV speakers are ON. Sound is heard from both the TV's speakers and the external amplifier's speakers.

Use TV's volume control to raise and lower the level of sound being heard

from both sets of speakers.

DIFFERENT WAYS TO LISTEN TO YOUR W :: : :

:(S0me Models O_y)

_3 SPEAKER EXT/INT switch in the EXT

(external) position --

TV speakers are OFF. Sound is only heard

from the speakers connected to the external amplifier.

ta Use TV's volume control to raise and

lower the level of sound being heard from the amplifier's speakers.

TV S_ers

8 ohm

Surround

Sider

Speaker

Single Surround Sp_mker Connection

: :: S-,rro_dSo_d:

Q Connect :_urround sound speakers as

shown. The: level of surround sound will vary, depending on the proglarn being

viewed. Nete that not all programs have surround so and audio.

Q The SURROUND SPKR terminals are

always active. The SPEAKERS EXT/INT

switch does not affect the operation of surround sound speakers.

ta If you w_mtto connect only one surround

speaker to your TV, connect the speaker wires to the terminals adjacent to the

posigive (+) and negative (-) symbols that are circled.

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THE FIRST TIME YOU OPERATE YOUR, TV

E1 II

TYPICAL CONTROL PANEL

The control panel on your TV may differ from the one shown but its operation is the. same.

ENTER (ENT) SELECT (SEL) VOLUME (VOL) Down/Up Press to see the Channel/Time dis- Pressduring on-screen menu op- Press to dcx:rease or increase the

p'_ay,or to remove any on-screen di,;- erations to select a menu option, sound leve.1.

Viay or menu.

ENTER </_JUST• SELECT •VOLUME • •ella |NEE• POWER

/ /

ADJUST (ADJ) Left/Right

Press during on-screen menu opera- tJon to see information/status display

f3r selected option. Press again to ad-

jast the selected menu option.

PROJECTION TV CONTROL PANEL

_e control panel on your TV may differ from the one shown but its operation is the same.

SELECT (SEL)

Press during on-screen menu operations to select a menu

option.

MENU Press once to see a menu. Press re-

peatedly to sequence through the available menus.

ENTER (ENT) Press to see the Channel/Time

display, or to remove any on- screen display or menu.

CHANNEL (CH) Down/Up

Press to select channels lowc:r or

higher thma the current ch annel.

VOLUME (VOL) Up/Down Press to increase or dex:rease the

sound level.

POWER

Press to turn TV power ON or OFF.

Remote Window

Point the remote con- tro] towards this

window to operate the TV.

OFF-ON Press to turn TV

power ON or OFF.

ADJUST (ADJ) Left/Right Press during on-screen menu op-

eration to see information/status display for selected option. Press

again to adjust the selected menu option.

MENU Press once to see a menu. Press

repeatedly to sequence through the available menus.

CONNECT THE POWER

1. Plug your TV into an unswitched AC power source.

(Normal household current outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.)

2. Turn the TV On by pressing POWER.

3o63-o 2- 1

CHANNEL (C H) Up/Down Press to select channels higher or

lower than the current channel. To add or delete channels stored

in the scanning sequence, see CH. ADD/DEL option.

,®:¥,, ]_

Do not plug TV into switched outlet

on a VCR or cable-TV decoder

THE FIRST TIME YOU OPERA TE YOUR TV

STEP 2. INSTALL THE BATTERIES INTO THE REMOTE CONTROLS

Batteries are provided but they must be installed before using

the remote controls. When a remote no longer functions nor- mally, or when it loses memory, replace the batteries with

high-quality, alkaline batteries. !vlatch plus with plus (+ with +), minus with minus (- with -), as shown in the battery com- pamnent.

Unless your equipment responds to the factory preset codes, you will need to reprogram the remote controls with the codes of your particular equipment each time you replace batteries.

Notes:

[] Do not to place heavy objects on top of the remote control

keys. Prolonged unintentional operation of the remote short- ens batter?, life.

[] Remove the batteries if the remote control will not be used

for a month or more. aRE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RE-

SPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE CAUSED BY BATTERY LEAKAGE.

Universal Remote (Uses 2 size AAA

batteries.)

(Uses 2 size AA

Z-Trak Remote ( batteries.)

STEP 3. SELECT YOUR MAIN SOURCE & PIP (Picture-in-Picture) SOURCI"

A TV source refers to the equipment connected to the TV/Source Connections Panel that supplies tbe picture and sound to your TV. You select the viewing source by using the Source Menu. Use the universal remote control.

.Main Picture Source

1. Press SOURCE on

your ren_tote to view the Source Menu.

:2.

Use Up or Down arrow key to select the

Main Picture source

--which corresponds to the jack(s) on the

TV/Source Connection Panel.

:3. Press QUIT to remove

the menu.

pIP Inset Picture Source

1. Press SOURCE on

your remote to view the Source Menu.

2. Use the Left or Right arrow key to select

PIP Source column.

Use the Up or Down arrow key to select the

PIP Window Inset Picture source.

4. Press QUIT to remove the menu.

Ource

Main <1, PIP

Ant/Cable 1 ] Ant/Cable 2

Video 1 Video 2

S-Video Front Video Frnt S-Video

Source Menu with Main Source and PIP Source set to Ant/Cable 1. Connections must be made to the corre-

sponding jack(s) on the TV/Source Connection Panel. Note: If you select Ant/Cable I or 2 for the Main Source,

the TV will auiomatically select it also for the PIP Source.

Main 4), PiP

IAnt/Cable 1 ]

Video 1 Video 2

S-Video

Front Video Frnt S-Video

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THE FIRST TIME YOU OPERATE YOUR TV

TEP 4. USE AUTO PROGRAM (Available Channels Search.)

Jto Progr;ma finds all available channels on the currently se- :ted source and stores them in the memory of the TV. To lrt the Auto Program. procedure press the Left or Right

row key. Follow the instructions on the TV.

1. Press 1",1,to select Ot_7 AIR ANTENNA or CABLE TV.

2. Press _-- _ to begin (hannel search.

3. Wait for the TV to complete search, press QUIT.

_]_ etup

A_ Prograrff_

• • To Program I

Add/Del/Surf

Clock Set Captions

Caption/Text Lancluage

Background StarSight Projo Setup

Setup Menu with Auto Program Highlighted

rEP 5. SET THE CLOCK

Press MENU repeatedly on your universal remote until the SETUP icon is :_elected and the Setup Menu is displayed.

Press the Up or Down arrow key to select Clock Set,

then pzess the left or right arrow key. Choose. Auto or Manual mode:

Auto, TV sets Clock, (while TV is t_arned off). Manual, Use the numbered keys on the universal

remote control to key-in the correct time or press the Left or Right arrow keys repeatedly to advance the

clock. Press TIMER to select AM or PM.

Press QUIT to remove the menu.

te: If StarSight is active it automatically sets the clock.

t_Auto Program

OFF NR ANTENNA

l c_rv 1

Press T,L To Change 4" To Program

Auto Program Searching...

Ch__ ts Found

Message appears only if TV has not been authorized for StarSight.

AutoProgram Searching...

Ch___ IsNotFound

Luto Program Done!

ChannelsFound

STEP 6. USE OTHER OPTIONS

You may want to consider using the foil!owing options: [] Create a Surf Channel Scan: "Surf' scan only your most t_ned

or favorite channels, refer to the Setup Me au for details.

[] Delete channels or add additional channels: Refer to the

Ch. (Channel) Add/Del/Surf option, Selup Menu for details.

[] Apply "labels" to available channels: Pefer to the Ch, La-

bels option, Special Features Menu for details.

[] Label the input sources with descriptive manes, such as

"VCR." Refer to the Source ID option, Special Features Menu for details.

t_ Adjust options in the Audio and Video Menus.

_REEIV PROTECTOR (Some Projection TV Models Only)

ne projection TVs are equipped with a pre-installed Screen ,tector. If it should be necessary to remove or adjust the pro-

_or,"peel" the extrusions away from the TV to separate the )-part Velcro fastener, being careful not to damage or pull

aythe adhesive backing strips from the Screen Frame.

Clean the TV Screen (Under the protector)

a soft cloth moistened with warm water and rub lightly in

soiled areas of the projection screen. DO NOT USE A

;SUE OR PAPER TOWEL AS THESE MAY DAM- ,E THE SCREEN SURFACE.

pe only in a vertical, up and down direction (along the oves in the screen). If there is a dirt buildup, a mild solu-

of warrn water and Ivory dish washing detergent may be d. Use a dry soft cloth to dry the Projection Screen and een Protector. Care should be taken to avoid scratches or

aage to the screen sure'ace.

l Prc_ection

Extrusion Pro(oc_or

2--3

Note: The TV

screen is eas- ily damaged.

Avoid acci- dental contact with the

screen.

F'at_

\'_

Screen

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