Zenith Z42PQ20-UC Owner’s Manual

Installation and Operating Guide

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To view the extended version of owner's manual that
contains the advanced features of this TV set, visit our
website at http://www.zenithservice.com

This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the "factory
default (Home mode)" setting.

Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other

-- the limits necessary to quality for Energy Star rating.

(0 Copyright 2009, LG Electronics USA, Inc,

features will increase power consumption that could exceed

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WARNING

This reminder is provided to call the CATV 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 _rounding system
of the building, as close to the point of the cable entry

as practical.

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WARNING / CAUTION

To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.

Class B digital device
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 in a residential installation. This equipment

generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

instructions, 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 to 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.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two condi-

tions: (1) This device may not cause (harmful)
interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation (of the device).

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void

the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Do not attempt to modify this product in any way

without written authorization from LG Electronics.

Unauthorized modification could void the user's

authority to operate this product

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SAF£TY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.

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Do not use this apparatus near water.

Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

O Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers)that produce heat.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized

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or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A

grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong, The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the

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Protect the power cord from being walked on

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or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from

the apparatus.

Only use atSachments/accessories specified by

the manufacturer.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,

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or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus com-
bination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms
or when unusedfor long periods of time.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has

been damaged in any way, such as power-
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to

rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.

Never touch this apparatus or antenna during
a thunder or lighting storm.

When mounting a TV on the wall, make sure

not to install the TV by the hanging power and
signal cables on the back of the TV.

Do not allow an impact shock or any objects to

fall into the product, and do not drop onto the
screen with something.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord:
It is recommend that appliances be placed

upon a dedicated circuit; that is, a single
outlet circuit which powers only that appliance

and has no additional outlets or branch
circuits. Check the specification page of this

owner's manual to be certain.
Do not connect too many appliances to the

same AC power outlet as this could result in
fire or electric shock.

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SAFETY+NSTRUCT+ONS

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Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall

outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension
cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or

cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of
these conditions could result in electric shock

or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your
appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage

or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of
the appliance, and have the cord replaced with
an exact replacement part by an authorized
servicer. Protect the power cord from physical

or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted,

kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked

upon. Payparticular attention to plugs, wall
outlets, and the point where the cord exits the
appliance.

Do not make the TV with the power cord

plugged in. Do not use a damaged or loose

power cord. Be sure do grasp the plug when

unplugging the power cord. Do not puN-on the

power cord to unplug the TV.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or elec-

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trical shock, do not expose this product to rain,

moisture or other liquids. Do not touch the TV
with wet hands. Do not install this product near

flammable objects such as gasoline or candles
or expose the TV to direct air conditioning.

ANTENNAS

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Outdoor antenna grounding
If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the

precautions below. An outdoor antenna system
should not be located in the vicinity ot over-
head power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can come in contact

with such power lines or circuits as death or
serious injury can occur.

Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as
to provide some protection against voltage

surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code

(NEC) in the U.S.A. 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 dis-
charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes

and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Antenna _roundinp_ accordinl_ to the

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Cleaning

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Do not expose to dripping or splashing and do

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not place objects filled with liquids, such as

vases, cups, etc. on or over the apparatus (e.g.
on shelves above the unit).

When cleaning, unplug the power cord and
scrub gently with a soft cloth to prevent
scratching. Do not spray water or other liquids

directly on the TV as electric shock may occur.

Do not clean with chemicals such as alcohol,
thinners or benzene.

Moving

Make sure the product is turned off,

unplugged and all cables have been removed. It

GROUNDING

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Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire

to prevent possible electric shock (i.e. a TV

may take 2 or more people to carry larger TVs.

Do not press against or put stress on the front

panel of the TV.

with a three-prong grounded AC plug must be
connected to a three-prong grounde8 AC out-

let). If grounding methods are not possible,
have a qualified electrician install a separate

circuit breaker.

Do not try to _;round the unit by connecting it

to telephone wi_res,lightening rods, or gas pipes.

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DISCONNECTING DEVICE FROM MAINS
Mains plug is the disconnecting device. The

Short-circuit

Breaker

Supply

plug must remain readily operabre.

As long as this unit is connected to the AC wall
outlet, it is not disconnected from the AC

Ventilation

Install your TV where there is proper ventila-
tion. Do not install in a confined space such as

a bookcase. Do not cover the product with
cloth or other materials (e.g.) plastic while

plugged in. Do not install in excessively dusty

places.

ffyou smell smoke or other odors coming from

the TV or hear strange sounds, unplug the

power cord contact an authorized service center.

Do not press strongly upon the panel with

hand or sharp object such as nail, pencil or

pen, or make a scratch on it.

Keep the product away from direct sunlight.

sPOWersource even ifyou turn off this unit by

WITCH. (Some models)

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WARNING / CAUTION ............................ 2

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................3

To view the extended version of owner's manual.. S

Accessories ....................................................... 6

Front Panel Information ...................................... 7

Back Panel Information ...................................... 8

Stand Instruction .............................................. 9

Desktop Pedestal Installation ........................... 10

Swivel Stand .................................................... 10

Cable Arrangement .......................................... 10

Remote Control Functions ................................ 11

VESA Wall Mounting ........................................ 12

Securing the TV to the wall to prevent falling

When the TV is used on a stand .......................... 13

Antenna or Cable Connection .......................... 14

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Turning On the TV ........................................... 18

Channel Selection ............................................ 18

Volume Adjustment .......................................... 18

Channel Setup ................................................ 19

Favorite channel setup ..................................... 20

Favorite channel list ......................................... 20

Initial Setting ................................................... 21

Quick Menu .................................................... 22

On-Screen Menus Selection ............................. 22

Troubleshooting .............................................. 25

Maintenance ................................................... 27

Product Specifications ..................................... 28

Child Safety .................................................... 30

HD Receiver Setup ......................................... 15

DVD Setup ...................................................... 16

VCR Setup ..................................................... 17

TO VIEW THE EXTENDED VERSION OF OWNER'S MANUAL

FEATURESOF THIS TV

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license from SRS Labs, Inc.

High-definition television. High-resolution digital

ofroughlyamillionor morepixels,16:9aspect-ratio
screens,andAC3digital audio.Asubsetof digital

television, HDTVformatsinclude1080iand720p

resolutions.

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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
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PREPA T[ON

Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact the

dealer where you purchased the product.
The accessories included may differ from the images below.

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Owner's Manual Remote Control Batteries Power Cord Protection Cover

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(Refer to p. 9)

Bolts for stand assembly

(Refer to p. 9)

Polishing Cloth

Cable Holder

(Refer to p.]O)

* Wipe spots on the exterior only with

the polishing cloth.

* Do not wipe roughly when removing

stain. Excessive pressure may cause
scratch or discoloration.

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When using the VGA (D-sub 15
pin cable) PC connection, the

user must use shielded signal
interface cables with ferrite cores

D-sub 15 pin Cable

to maintain standards compliance.

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FRONT PANELINFORMATION

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Remote Control Sensor

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Power/Standby Indicator
Illuminates red in standby mode.

Illuminates blue when the TV is switched on.

INPUT MENU ENTER VOLUME
Button Button Button Buttons

CHANNEL
Buttons

POWER
Button

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PREPARATION

BACK PANELINFORMATION

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HDMI IN, HDMI/DVI IN
Digital Connection. Supports HD video and Digital

audio. Doesn't support 480i.
Accepts DV[ video using an adapter or HDM[ to

DV[ cable (not included).

OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

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Optical digital audio output for use with amps and
home theater systems.

Note: In standby mode, this port doesn't work.

COMPONENT IN

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Analog Connection. Supports HD.
Uses a red, green, and blue cable for video & red

and white for audio.

@ ANTENNA/CABLE IN

Connect over-the air signals to this jack.
Connect cable signals to this jack.

@ AV (Audio/Video) IN

Analog composite connection. Supports standard

definition video only (480i).

@ USB SERVICE ONLY, RS-252C IN (SERVICE

ONLY)

Used for software updates.

@ Power Cord Socket

For operation with AC power.
Caution: Never attempt to operate the TV on DC power.

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STAND INSTRUCTION

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Installation

Carefully place the TV screen side down on a
cushioned surface to protect the screen from

damage.

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Install the 4 screws securely using the holes in

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the back of the TV.

Detachment

Carefully place the TV screen side down on a

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cushioned surface to protect the screen from
damage.

Loose the screws from the TV.

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Detach the stand from the TV.

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Protection Cover

After removing the stand, install the included
protection cover over the hole for the stand.

Press the PROTECTION COVER into the TV
until 'ou hear it click.

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PREPARATION

DESKTOP PEDESTALINSTALLATION

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For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all four sides from the wall.

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4 inches

SWWELSTAND

After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV set manually to the left or right direction by 20 degrees to suit
your viewing position.

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CABLEARRANGEMENT

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After connecting the cables as necessary, install
CABLE HOLDER as shown and bundle the cables.

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