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SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO

USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER 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 :tothe presence of'

important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature acc3mpanying the appliance.

SAFETY TIPS

REGULA TORY INFORMATION

Refer to the "Important Safety Instructions" section of this operating guide for important safety considerations.

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

NOTE TO CABLE TV SYSTEM INSTALLER

This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the National

Electrical 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.

POWER-CORD POLARIZATION

This product is equipped with a polarized alternating- current lilaeplug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, txy reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

Caution

To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot; fully insert.

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 againsl: harmful interfere.nce in a residential insltallation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfierence to radio communications However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference Io 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 t]aereceiving antenna.

• Increas,e the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receive:r is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics

Corporation. U'nauthorized modification could void the

user's authority to operate this product.

Attention

Pour 6viter les chocs 61ectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.

ZTVWARN

• 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

sa_Feoperation from your new product.

1. Read Instructions Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating the product.

2. Follow Instructions

Follow all operating and use instructions.

3. Retain Instructions Keep the safety and operating instructions for

future reference.

4. Heed Warnings Follow all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.

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, washbowl, kitchen sink, 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

Move product and cart combinations with care. Quick g'tops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to over-

turn.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

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 must n_t be blocked or covered. They are provided for ventiilation, to

ensure reliable operation, and to protect from over- heating. Never block the openings by placing the produdt 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 unles:_ proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

11, Power Sources

Operate this product 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 com- pany. For products intend _d to operate from battery 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). As a safety feature, this plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you

are unable to insert the phJg fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician tc replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar- ized plug.

13. Power-Cord Protection Route power-supply cords 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, convenie, nce receptacles, and the point where they exit frc_m the product.

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"r IMPORTANT SAFETY. INSTRUCTIONS

114. 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 con- ductors, location, of antenna-discharge unit,

connection to grounding electrodes, and require-

ments fer the grounding electrode.

EXAMPLE OF GROUNDING ACCORDING TO

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS

Antennfi Lead in Wire

J' Ground

_ Clamp_ _ ! Antenna Discharge Unit

(NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21) ,

I EleCtl_i:luipment

I,........._.....__ll __ Ground ClampsElectrode System (NEC

Power Service Grounding

Art 250, Part H)

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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

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.

I6.. Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be located in

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, take extreme care to keep

from touching such power lines or circuits, as

contact with them might be fatal.

1.7. 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 pttsh objects of a_ly kind into this product through openings, as I:h_;y 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 dan-

gerous voltage or other hazards. Refer al_ servicing

to qualifiied 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 doe,; not operate normally by fol-

lowing the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions; improper adjustment of other con- trols may result in damage and will often re- quire extensive work by a qualified te,chnician 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.

21. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the

service technician has u:;ed replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that 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 a_ay service or re?airs 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 Mount_ing

Mount the product to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

24. Heat

Keep the product away from heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) t17at produce heat.

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CONTENTS '.....

SAFETY WARNINGS.. i .............................. ii

I3ffPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............... iii

TYPICAL CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR TV

Connection Center ......................... : ....... 1--1

Ci_oosing the Connection Diagram That's Right for You... 1--1

Diagram #1. Basic Connection to TV .................. 1--2

Diagram #2. Connections to TV with VCR .............. 1--3

Diagram #3. Audio Amplifier Connection to TV ......... 1----4

QUICK SETUP GUIDE

Connect the Power ................................. 2--1

Install the Batteries into the Remote ................... 2--1

(lq'.equired) Use Auto Program... ...................... 2--1

Set the Clock ...................................... 2--2

Use Other Menu Options ............................ 2--2

SETUP MENU

Menu Operation ................................... 3--1

Using Add/Del/Surf .............. ............ ...... 3--2

Using Channel Labels ............................... 3--3

Timer Setup: Sleep Timer . .......................... 3--3

Timer Setup: On/Off Timer .......................... 3--3

Using Parental Control .............................. 3--4

Using Auto Demo .................................. 3--4 -

AUDIO MENU

Menu Operation .................................... 4---1

VIDEO MENU

Menu Operation .................................. 5--I

SOURCE MENU

Menu Operation ................................... 6----1

GET TO KNOW YOUR REMC_TE (MBR3447)

Simple Product Operation ........................... 7--1

Programming Your Remote .......................... 7 2

Auto Find Option (Alternate Proglamming Method) ...... 7 3

Operating Code.,; by Brand Name ...................... 7----4

TV Operations .................................... 7 5

Preset Codes for Zenith Producls ...................... 7---6

Special Features ................................ ... 7--7

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Caring for Your TV ................................ 8 1

Extended Absence ................................. 8--1

"IV Picture Interference ............................. 8 1

Video Games and Other Fixed Pattern Display Caution .... 8 1

Record Model Number of Your TV .................... 8---1

Before Calling for Service ........................... 8 2

ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR TV

REPLACEMI?NT PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD

AVISO PARA NUESTROS CLIENTES DE HABLA H!SPANA ZENITH QUESTIONNAIRE

YOUR ZENrI'H WARRANTY

FEATURES PROVIDED WITH YOUR TV

This operating guide describes a family of TV models. Not all models have all of the features described in this guide. Most models

include the following features:

,, On-Screen Menus Accessed By Remote or TV Controls • Sleep Timer and On/Off Timer

• Multi-Brand Programmable Remote • Automatic Channel Programming

• Parental Corltrol • English/Spanish/French On-S :reen Menus

• MTS Stereo • Audio/Video ]Input Jacks for Stereo VCR

• Front Channel Surround Sound • 181 Channel Tuning, STD/HRC/ICC Bands

• Closed Caption and Text Modes . Antenna/Cable Input Jack

• Channe! Labels for Easy Channel Identification . Variable Audio Output Jacks

(Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notification.)

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' -TYPICAL CONNECTIONS, FOR YOOR TV

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CONNECTION C -'

SPEAKER EXT/INT SWITCH Select EXT (external) to remove [[_ _'

sound from the TV's speaker(s). Select INT (internal) to hearsound

•from the TV's speaker(s).

AUX (Auxiliary) INPUT IIII

Jacksf°rAudi°andVide°(A/V t

connections to your Tv from video equipment like a VCR

Make A/V connections to these III TV BACK jacks in order to hear stereo sound

from your video equipment.

_k Turn off power or unplug TV

before making any connection.

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VA RIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT

Connect a stereo amplifier to these

jacks to listen to your 'IV through

your stereo system. Do not connect

speakers directly to these jacks. • Variable audio ou:Lput is always

pre_ent regardless of the position of the SPEAKER EXT/INT switch.

VI[F-UHF/CABLE Atlach your antenna, cable-TV

,;ys tem, or VCR to this jack.

CHOOSING THE CONNECTION DIAGRAM THAT'S RIGHT FOR YOU

Find your type of equipment by matching the items shown in this chart. Then refer to the last colum a to choose the Diagram Number you need to make the proper connections for your system.

ANTENNA

;DIRECT I : CABLE

STEREO

VARIABLE DIAGRAM

1 1

2 2

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DIAGRAM #1.BASIC CONNECTION TO TV " " '

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Cable TV Cable TV Antenna Wall Jack Wall Jack

CH 3/4

toTV

TVBACK

Flat Wire I]

(300 ohm) u

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3oorisohm |

Adaptor I

Round Wire

(75 ohm)

Note: Cables are not supplied with "IV.

With Cable Box

D Select cable box outputchannel

(usually channel 3 or 4) at TV.

rn Select channels for viewing at

cable box.

Without Cable Box

Select channel,,; for viewing at TV.

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TYPICAL CONNECTIONS IFOR

*DIAGRAM #2. CONNECTIONS TO "IV WITH VCR

ANTENNA VCR

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Basic Connection X

to v \_

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A/V Connections to TV

You must make this Audio/Video connection in order to hear stereo sound from your VCR during tape playback.

l Operating YOur_ Usi ng__ FromVCR (Aux Input)

121Select Video for the viewing source asthe Main Source option.

See the "Source Menu" section for details.

S--_ectd_nnels for viewing at VCR, or play a tape in the VCR.

Note: Refer to operating guide provided with your VCR for VCR operations.

-: : : Operating Your TVUsing Basic Connection(As Shown Above)

With Cable Box Without Cable Box

El Select VCR output channel (usually channel 3 or 4)

at TV.

rn Select channels for viewing at cable box.

O Select VCR output channel (usually channel 3 or 4) at

TV.

El Select cable box output channel (usually channel 3 or

4) at VCR.-

Cl Select channels for viewing at cable box.

Note: TV/VCR switch may be labeled TV/Video on some VCRs and remotes.

TV/VCR

Switch on VCR

(Use channel

selector in TV)

VCR

(Use channel

selector in VCR)

Select channels for viewing at TV.

Select VCR output :hannel (usually charmel 3 or 4) at

TV.

Select channels for viewing at VCR,

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, '_TYPiCAL CONNECTIONS IFOR YOUR TV

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DIAGRAM #3. AUDIO AMPLIFIER coNNEcTION TO TV

To listen to your TV through your sound system, connect the stereo amplifier to the VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on the TV as shown.

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Note: Cables are not

supplied with TV.

Do not connect speaker(s)

directly to the VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT jacks.

To Speakers

SPKR o uTPL_NI_

Back of your Stereo Amplifier.

Optional Customer- Provided Scund

System

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ANTI_NNA

CABLE

Speaker sWitch : TV Speakers t7 Soun_dSystem 1

EXT = External Off / Sound Available

INT = Internal ] On __-[/ Sound Available _1

Note: Variable audio is TV sound that you can adjust using your TV Volume Up/Down control to change your sound system's volume level.

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il. cONNECT THE POWER " *

! ?QUICKSETUP GUIDE • ii; : .

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._-TER you have connected the necessary cable(s)to the

jacks on the back of the TV, plug your TV's power cord into a

standard AC power outlet for 120 volt, 60Hz. AC current.

Make sure you do not plug the TV into an outlet controlled by

a switch.

Turn on the TV by using the On/Off switch on the TV.

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2. INSTALL THE BATTERIES INTO THE REMOTE

Install the batteries that are provided with your remote.

The remote cc)mes set with Zenith codes• If you'd like to use the remote to operate c)ther brands of equipment, you will need to pro-

gram the codes for that equipment into the remote.

1. Open the battery compartment by pressing in on the tab and lift-

ing the cover off.

2. Place the batteries into the compartment, matching plus with

plus (+ with +) and minus with minus (- with -).

3. Replace the cover.

Pushtab in

Use 2 size AAA batteries

3. (Required) USE AUTO PROGRAM

The firsttime you turn on your TV, use Auto Programto find all available channels.

1. Press MENU repeatedly to view the Setup Menu.

2. Select Auto Program using the Up/Down arrows.

3. Use the I,eft/Right arrows to advance to the next menu.

4. Select OFF AIR ANTENNA if you have an antenna or CABLE TV if you have cable TV.

5. Use theLeft/Right arrows to begin the channel search.

_ etupMenu

Auto Program Add/Del/Surf Oh. Labels C],ock Set

Timer Setup Parental CII

Caption/Text Language

A_uto Demo

l'<l_ To Program ]

Setup Menu with Aulo Program Highlighted

__ Ch Is Founo ets Four_

These typical screens appear while

the channel search is in process.

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QUICK SETUP GUIDE-

4. SET THE cLOCK

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1. Press MENU repeatedly to view the Setup Menu.

2. Select Clock Set using the Up/Down arrows,

3. Use the numbers on your remote to enter the time and press TIMER to select AM or PM. (You can also use the Left/Right arrows to set the clock to the current time.)

4, Press QUIT to remove the menu from view.

_ etupMenu

Auto Program Add/DeVSurf

Oh. Labels Clock Set i] Timer Setup

Parental Ctl

Caption/Text Language Auto Demo

[ 10:30 AM÷_

Setup Menu with Clock Se t Highlighted

5. USE OTHER MENU OPTIONS

_ etupMenu

Auto Program [ Add/Del/Surf

Ch. Labels Clock: Set

Timer Setup Parental Ctl

Caption/Text Language

Auto Demo

Press

_ _ Audio

IBass I

Treble

Balance Audio Mode Surround J' SoundRite

Press

111WaeoMenu

[Contrast ----]

Brightness

Color

-tint Sharpness

Picture Pref

Press

_ ourceMenu

[Main Source

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