Zenith 206-3923, C27H26B, S2898A User Manual

Operating Guide | Warranty

Operating Guide Warranty

Model Number | C27H26B | Direct View TV

Model Number C27J28C

Direct View TV

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CAUTION

ELECTRIC COVER PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

The lightning ﬂ ash 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 sufﬁ cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

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.

CAUTION:

WARNING:

Changes or modiﬁ cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC

Rules could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. HEED WARNINGS All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. CLEANING Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for

cleaning the exterior cabinet only.

6. ATTACHMENTS The manufacturer of this unit does not make any recommendations for attachments, as they may cause hazards.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near

a swimming pool.

8. ACCESSORIES Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.

The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit. 8A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,

and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

9. VENTILATION Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the unit and

to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This unit 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.

10. POWER SOURCE This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not sure of the type of

power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For units intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

This unit is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug

will ﬁ t 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 ﬁ t, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. If your unit is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, this plug will only ﬁ t into a grounding-type power outlet. This too, 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 groundingtype plug.

12. 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 appliance.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

(symbol provided by RETAC)

S3126A

13. LIGHTNING

To protect your unit 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 unit due to lightning and power line surges.

14. POWER LINES

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, 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.

15. OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of ﬁ re or electric shock.

16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY Do not push objects through any openings in this unit as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that

could result in ﬁ re or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.

17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide

some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect 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 ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

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18. SERVICING

Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁ ed service personnel.

19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualiﬁ ed service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit. c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the unit 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 qualiﬁ ed technician to restore the unit to its normal operation. e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

20. REPLACEMENT PARTS

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts speciﬁ ed by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part.

Unauthorized substitutions may result in ﬁ re, electric shock or other hazards.

21. SAFETY CHECK

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.

22. HEAT

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including ampliﬁ ers) that produce heat.

23. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, speciﬁ es that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Contents

PREPARATIONS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ........................................................2

Contents ........................................................................................4

Features ........................................................................................5

Power source ................................................................................5

Parts and functions ........................................................................6

Remote control ..............................................................................7

Antenna connections .....................................................................8

Cable TV connections ...................................................................9

Connections to other equipment .................................................10

Selecting the VIDEO input source ...............................................12

Setting the language ...................................................................13

Memorizing channels ..................................................................14

OPERATION

TV operation ................................................................................17

Setting the V-Chip .......................................................................19

Setting the clock ..........................................................................23

Setting the picture size ................................................................24

Picture control adjustment/Resetting your picture adjustment ....25

Closed Caption ............................................................................26

CC Setting (DIGITAL MODE) ......................................................28

CC advanced ...............................................................................29

Selecting Stereo/Second Audio Program (SAP) .........................30

Selecting the audio language (DIGITAL MODE) .........................31

Using the auto shut off feature ....................................................32

OTHERS

Troubleshooting ...........................................................................33

Speciﬁ cations ..............................................................................33

Warranty ......................................................................................34

Features

High Quality Picture Horizontal Resolution more than 500 lines exceeds Super VHS (400 lines) or Laser Disc (430 lines) in resolution.

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Integrated Digital Tuner -

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Closed Caption Decoder With Full Text Mode -

hearing impaired viewers.

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Picture Adjustments Using The Remote Control -

adjustment of BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, TINT and SHARPNESS.

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Programmable TV Sleep Timer -

120 minutes to turn off automatically.

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V-Chip -

with this information. V-chip will allow you to set a restriction level.

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Stereo/SAP Reception -

where available.

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S-Video/Component Video jacks -

can be connected to this unit.

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Video Input Jacks -

and S-video in jack enable you to watch the DVD player or the video devices with a high quality picture.

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On-Screen 3 Language Display -

screen programming.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

The V-Chip function can read the rating of a TV program or movie content if the program is encoded

You can view digital broadcasts without using a Digital TV Set-Top Box.

Displays text captions or full screen text on the screen for

The On-Screen display allows precise remote control

Operable from the remote control, the TV can be programmed for up to

This TV is designed to receive stereo and second audio program (SAP) broadcasts

A VCR, DVD player, satellite receiver or other audio/video component

This unit is equipped with 3 types of video input jacks. The component video in jacks

You can select one of 3 languages, English, Spanish or French for on-

Power source

AC Outlet

Wider Hole and Blade

Polarized AC Cord Plug (One blade is wider than the other)

TO USE AC POWER SOURCE

Use the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC. Insert the AC cord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized AC outlet.

NOTES:

• Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the speciﬁ ed voltage (120V 60Hz). Use the attached power cord only.

• If the polarized AC cord does not ﬁ t into a non-polarized AC outlet, do not attempt to ﬁ le or cut the blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.

• If you cause a static discharge when touching the unit and the unit fails to function, simply unplug the unit from the AC outlet and plug it back in. The unit should return to normal operation.

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Parts and functions

Front

POWER button

Remote sensor

AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN jacks (VIDEO2)

*CHANNEL ▲/▼ buttons

* To display the menu screen.

Press both

CHANNEL ▲/▼ buttons and

screen operations.

VOLUME ▲/▼ buttons

Rear

AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN jacks

S-VIDEO IN jack

*VOLUME ▲/▼ buttons

at the same time to display the menu screen.

VOLUME ▲/▼ buttons can be used to select the desired setting during the menu

AC power cord

COMPONENT IN jacks

(VIDEO1)

AUDIO (L/R) OUT jacks

RF IN (VHF/UHF) jack

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1. POWER Button - Press to turn the power on/off to the TV.

2. Direct Channel Selection Buttons (0-9) - Allow direct

access to any channel.

3. –/DISPLAY Button - When the TV is receiving an analog signal pressing this button will display the current information on-screen. When the TV is receiving a digital signal, pressing this button once will display the digital information on-screen; pressing it a second time will display the analog information on-screen. To remove

Remote control

the display from the screen, press this button again. This button is also the “–” button used when selecting digital channels.

4. SLEEP Button - To set the TV to turn off after a preset amount of time, press the SLEEP button. The clock will count up 10 minutes each time the button is pressed in the order of 0, 10, 20, ...100, 110, 120. After the sleep time is programmed, the display will disappear then reappear momentarily every ten minutes to remind you the sleep timer function is operating. To conﬁ rm the sleep time setting, press the SLEEP button once and the remaining time will be momentarily displayed. To cancel sleep time, press the SLEEP button repeatedly until the display turns to 0.

5. VOL (VOLUME) + / – Buttons - Press the “+” button to increase, or the “–” button to decrease the volume level. Use to select the desired setting during the menu screen operation.

6. MENU/ENTER Button - Press to display the menu screen. While in the on-screen menu, press to enter or select options.

7. EXIT Button - Press to exit the menu screen.

8. TV/AV Button -

SELECTION menu to select the video input source.

9. QUICK VIEW Button - This button allows you to go back to

the previous channel selected by pressing the QUICK VIEW

button. Press this button again to return to the channel you were watching.

10. MUTE Button - To turn off the sound, press this button once. The TV will be silenced and the symbol “MUTE” will appear on the screen. The muting feature can be released by pressing the MUTE button again or one of the VOL + or – buttons.

11. CH (CHANNEL) / Buttons - Press the button to

change to a higher numbered channel set into memory.

Press the set into memory. Use to select the desired setting during the menu screen operation.

12. PICTURE SIZE Button - Press to change the picture size.

13. AUDIO Button - Press to select the desired audio setting.

14. CLOSED CAPTION Button -

CLOSED CAPTION menu.

15. ANALOG/DIGITAL Button - Press to select analog/digital mode.

Press this button to display SOURCE

button to change to a lower numbered channel

Press this button to display

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Before using the remote control, batteries must ﬁ rst be installed.

HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES

1. Open the battery compartment cover.

Use two “AAA” size batteries (not supplied). The batteries may last approximately one year depending on how much the remote control is used. For best performance, it is recommended that batteries should be replaced on a yearly basis, or when the remote operation becomes erratic. Do not mix old and new batteries or different types.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

These precautions should be followed when using batteries

2. Install two “AAA” batteries (not supplied).

3. Replace the battery compartment cover.

in this device:

• Use only the size and type of batteries speciﬁ ed.

• Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the

batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.

• Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline

and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.

• If the device is not to be used for a long period of time,

remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged;

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they can overheat and rupture (follow battery manufacturer’s directions).

Antenna connections

If you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna, follow the instructions below that correspond to your antenna system. If you are using a cable TV service (CABLE), see page 9 for Cable TV connections.

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna (Single 75 ohm Cable or 300 ohm Twin-lead Wire)

Connect the 75 ohm Cable from the Combination VHF/UHF Antenna to the RF IN Jack.

If your Combination VHF/UHF Antenna has a 300 ohm Twin-lead Wire, the use of the 300-75 ohm Matching Transformer may be necessary.

75 ohm Coaxial Cable

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna (Separate VHF and UHF 300 ohm Twin-lead Wires)

Connect the UHF 300 ohm Twin-lead Wire to the Combiner (not supplied). Connect the VHF 300 ohm Twin-lead Wire to the 300-75 ohm Matching Transformer. Attach the Transformer to the Combiner, then attach the Combiner to the RF IN Jack.

RF IN jack

300-75 ohm Matching Transformer

Combiner

UHF 300 ohm

VHF 300 ohm

Separate VHF/UHF Antennas (75 ohm VHF Cable and 300 ohm UHF Twin-lead Wires)

Connect the VHF 75 ohm cable and UHF 300 ohm Twin-lead Wire to the Combiner. Attach the Combiner to the RF IN Jack.

RF IN jack

VHF 75 ohm

Combiner

UHF 300 ohm

Cable TV connections

This unit has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable channels without using a Cable TV Converter box. Some Cable TV companies offer “premium pay channels” in which the signal is scrambled. Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler device which is generally provided by the Cable TV company.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE

For basic cable service not requiring a Converter/Descrambler box, connect the 75 ohm Coaxial Cable directly to the RF IN Jack on the back of the unit.

75 ohm Coaxial Cable

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO SCRAMBLED CABLE TV SERVICE

If you subscribe to a Cable TV service which requires the use of a Converter/Descrambler box, connect the incoming 75 ohm Coaxial Cable to the Converter/Descrambler box. Using another 75 ohm Coaxial Cable, connect the output jack of the Converter/Descrambler box to the RF IN Jack on the unit. Follow the connections shown below. Set the unit to the output channel of the Converter/Descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the Converter/Descrambler box to select channels.

RF IN jack

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Incoming 75 ohm CABLE TV Cable

Converter/

Descrambler

75 ohm Cable to unit

RF IN jack

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO UNSCRAMBLED BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE WITH SCRAMBLED PREMIUM CHANNELS

If you subscribe to a Cable TV service in which basic channels are unscrambled and premium channels require the use of a Converter/Descrambler box, you may wish to use a signal Splitter and an A/B Switch box (available from the Cable TV company or an electronics supply store). Follow the connections shown below. With the switch in the “B” position, you can directly tune any nonscrambled channels on your unit. With the switch in the “A” position, tune your unit to the output of the Converter/Descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the Converter/Descrambler box to tune scrambled channels.

Converter/

Incoming 75 ohm CABLE TV Cable

Splitter

Descrambler

A/B Switch

75 ohm Cable

to unit

RF IN jack

Connections to other equipment

The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to the TV is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the Owner’s Manual provided with each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs.

The connection diagrams below are offered as suggestions. You may need to modify them to accommodate your particular assortment of components. The diagrams are intended to show component video and audio interconnections only.

To connect the TV to a VCR

To AUDIO/VIDEO OUT

AUDIO/VIDEO cord (not supplied)

To AUDIO/VIDEO IN

Rear of the TV

To connect the TV to a VCR with an S-Video cord

If you connect a VCR with a S-VIDEO cord to the S-VIDEO IN jack on the rear of the TV, you must also connect the audio cords to the AUDIO IN jacks on the rear of the TV. The S-VIDEO cord only carries the video signal. The audio signal is separate.

To S-VIDEO OUT To AUDIO OUT

AUDIO cord (not supplied)

S-VIDEO cord (not supplied)

NOTE:

When the S-video cord and the video cord are connected to each jack at the same time, the S-video cord takes precedence over the video cord.

To AUDIO IN

To S-VIDEO IN

Rear of the TV

To connect the TV to a DVD player /Satellite receiver

If your DVD player or Satellite receiver has a S-Video out jack, connect cords as shown.

To S-VIDEO OUT

To AUDIO OUT

AUDIO cord (not supplied)

S-VIDEO cord (not supplied)

To S-VIDEO IN

To AUDIO IN

Rear of the TV

Connections to other equipment (continued)

To connect the TV to a DVD player with component video

If your DVD player has component video out jacks, connect your TV to a DVD player using a component video cord. It can greatly enhance picture quality and performance.

YPB PR

AUDIO cord (not supplied)

NOTE:

This unit is only capable of displaying 480i interlaced signal when connected to a digital device with component video outputs. If you input a 480p, 720p or 1080i signal to the component video inputs, “COMPONENT” and “NO SIGNAL OR NOT SUPPORTED VIDEO RESOLUTION” will be displayed on a black screen. If this screen appears, set the digital device’s component output to 480i.

To COMPONENT OUTTo AUDIO OUT

To COMPONENT IN

VIDEO cord (not supplied)

To AUDIO IN

Rear of the TV

To connect the TV to a set-top box

If you connect a set-top box, connect your TV to it by using a component video cord.

To COMPONENT OUTTo AUDIO OUT

To COMPONENT IN

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VIDEO cord (not supplied)

AUDIO cord (not supplied)

To AUDIO IN

NOTE:

Rear of the TV

To connect an audio system

Ampliﬁ er

To AUDIO IN

AUDIO cord (not supplied)

To AUDIO OUT

Rear of the TV

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