Zenith System 3 Z27X31 Operating Manual & Warranty

Brand: Zenith

Model: System 3 Z27X31

Category: LCD TVs

Type: Operating Manual & Warranty

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SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING:

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

USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVIECEPERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user

to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of

sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of

important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the

appliance.

SAFETY TIPS

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 toArticle 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

bui[ding, as close to the point of the cable entry as practical.

POWER-CORD POLARIZATION

This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-

. current lineplug (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, try 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.

REGUI_ TORY INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15

of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. 'lhis equipmem generates, uses, and

can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and

used in accordance wiff_Lthe instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. However,

there is no guarantee that interference 'will not occur in a

particular installation. I1_this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television recet_tion, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by o.ne or more

of the following measures:

• Reonent or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation betwex;n 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.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any

way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics

Corporation. Unauthori:_d modification could void the

user's authority to operate this product.

Attention

Pour 6viter les choc8 61ectriques, introduire la lame la plus

large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et

pousser jusqu'au fond.

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IMPORTANT $AFE INSTRUCTiONS i

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Your product ]hasbeen 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 •intoyour new produc_, please read and observe the

following safety points when installing and using your new product, and save them for future referen:e.

Observing the simple precautions discussed in thissection of the operating guide can help you get many years of en!ioyment and

safe operation 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 stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces

may cause the product and cart combination to over-

turn.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

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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 not be blocked

or covered. They are pre,vided for ventilation, to

ensure reliable operation, and to protect from over-

heating. Never block the openings by placing the

product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.

This product should not be placed in a built-in

installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper

ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's

instructions have been adhered to.

11. Power Sources

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 intended to operate from battery

power or other source,;, 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 plug fully into the outlet,

try reversing the plug_ If the plug still fails to fit,

contact your electrician to replace your obsolete

outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpo,;e 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, convenience receptacles, and the

point where they exit from the product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ""....

14. 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 810 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 tile lead-in wire

te an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding con-

ductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,

connection to grounding electrodes, and require- 20.

ments for the grounding electrode.

EXAMPLE OF GROUNDING ACCORDING TO

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS

Antenna Lead in Wire

.,J Ground

Clamp_ i i Antenna Discharge Unit

(NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductors

1 . (NEC Section 810-21)

Power Service Grounding

Electrode System (NEC

T 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.

16. 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

snch 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.

17. Overloading

• _Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords,

as this can result in a risk of fire Or electric shock.

21.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product

through openings, as they may touch dangerous

voltage points or short-out parts that Could result in

a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any

kind on the product.

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 qualified 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 produLct.

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 ; improper adjustment of other con-

trois may result in damage and will often re-

quire extensive work by a qualified technician

to restore the product to its normal operation.

e. If the prodt_ct has been dropped or the cabinet

has been damaged.

f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in per-

formance.

Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the

service technician has used replacement parts

specified by the manufacturer orthat have the same

characteristics-as the original part. Unauthorized

substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or

other hazards.

22. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this

product, ask the service technician to perform

safety checks to determine that the product is in

proper operating condition.

23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

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, stove,;, or other products

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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]2VIPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .... ........ . .. iii

"ITPICAL CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR TV

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

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

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

Diagram #2. Connections Required For Picture-in- Picture

Operations With Antenna Or Direct Cable, And VCR ..... 1--3

Diagram #3. Connections Required For Picture-in- Picture

Operations With Cable Box And VCR 1---4

Diagram #4. Audio Amplifier Connection to TV ......... 1--5

QUICK SETUP GUIDE

Connect The Power ................................ 2--1

Install The Batteries Into The Remote .................. 2--1

(Required) Use Auto Program ........................ 2--1

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

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

SETUP MENU

Menu Operation " 3--1

Using Add/Dell/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--1

CONTENTS-

SOURCE MENU _ "

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

PIP OPERATION

Overview ........................................... 7--1

Selecting Main and PIP Picture Sources ................ 7--2

PIP Operations ....................... . ............. 7--3

Changing Channels in PIP Window ..................... 7----4

GET TO'KNOW YOUR RE;MOTE (MBR3457)

Simple Product Operation ............................ 8--1

Programming Your Remote ........................... 8--2

Auto Find Option (Alternate Programming Method) ...... 8--3

Operating Codes by Brand Name ....................... 8---4

TV Operations ..................................... 8---5

Preset Codes for Zenith Products ....................... 8----6

Special Features 8---7

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTE_G

Caring For Your TV ................................. 9--1

' Extended Absence .................................. 9--1

TV Picture Interference .............................. 9---I

Video Games and Other Fixed Pattern Display Caution .... 9--1

Record Model Number of Your TV ..................... 9--1

Before Calling For Service ................ "............ 9--2

REPLACEMENT PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD

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ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR :W

ZENITH QUESTIONNAIRE

YOUR ZENITH WARRANTY

FEATURES PROVIDED WITH YOUR TV

"],'hisoperating 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

• Picture-In-Picture

• Multi-Brand Programmable Remote

• Parental C.ontrol

• MTS Stereo

• Front Channel Surround Sound

• Closed Caption and Text Modes

• Channel Labels for Easy Channel Identification

• Sleep Timer and On/Off Timer

• Automatic Channel Programraing

• English/Spanish/French On-Screen Menus

• Audio/Video Input Jacks for Stereo VCR

• 181 Channel Tuning, STD/HRC! ICC Bands

• Antenna/Cable Input Jack

• Variable Audio Output Jacks

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

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TYPICAL CONNECTIONSFOR YOUR 7-V ,,.....,,

CENTER _ " _ ,

CONNECTION

SPEAKER EXT/INT SWITCH

Select EXT (external) to remove

sound from the TV's speaker(s).

Select l_qT(internal) to hear sound

from the TV's speaker(s)

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AUX (Auxiliary) INPUT

Jacks for Audio and Video (A/V)

connections to your TV from

video equipment like a VCR

Make A/V connections to these

jacks in order to hear stereo sound

from your video equipment.

AUX INPUT

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TV BACK

.ANTENNA

CABLE

Turn off power or unplug TV

before making any connection.

VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT

Connect a stereo amplifier to these

jacks to listen to :/our TV through

your stereo systein. Do not connect

speakers directly to these jacks.

Variable audio output is always

present regardless of the position

of the SPEAKER EXT/INT switch.

" VHF-UHF/CABLE

Attach your antenna, cable-TV

system, or VCR 1:othis 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 Io the lasl;column to choose the Diagram

Number you need to make the proper connections for your system.

ANTENNA DIRECT

CABLE

(WITHOUT BOX)

CABLE STEREO PICTURE VARIABLE

BOX VCR -IN-

PICTURE

AUDIO

OUTPUT

DIAGRAM

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•TYPICAL CONNECTIONS FOR YOURi_I_ _i_-.i "

BASIC CONNECTION TO TV .... ' " "_ " '" " _ " ::" " _ " '

DIAGRAM #1.

Cable TV Cable TV Antenna

Wall Jack Wall Jack

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°*

"--. ....... °-_°

. \\--_ //!

OR "\'1] "/"

Flat Wire

o.-°''-. (300 ohm) u

300/75 ohm

Adaptor I

Round Wire

(75ohm)

Note: Cables are not

supplied with TV.

With Cable Box Without Cable Box

Cl Select cable box output channel _ Select channels for

(tisually channel 3 or 4) at TV. viewing at TV.

n Select channels for viewing at

cable box.

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TYPICAL CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR TV

DIAGRAM #2. CONNECTIONS REQUIRED FOR PICTURE-IN- PICTURE OPERATIONS

WITH ANTENNA OR DIRECT CABLE, AND VCR

Cable-TV Antenna

Wall Jack

_ OR """ "/"

t .......... Flat Wire II

.."" ",. (300 ohm) =

\ I.

"% .-" 3oo.5ohm I!

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: TV EtACK

_'_A VCR is required to provide a

second picture for PH ). You

must make the A/V cable con-

nections from the VCR to the

TV to s(_ the second pictuLre.

O Simultaneously watch a videotape playing in the VCR and a TV channel.

El Simultaneously watch a channel using the VCR's selector and another

using the TV's channelselector.

Note: Refer to the "PIP Operation" section for details.

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i_ DIAGRAM #3. CONNECTIONS REQUIRED FOR PICTURE-IN-PICTURE OPERATIONS

WITH CABLE BOX AND VCR

Cable-TV

Wall Jack

Signal SpUtter

Cable Box I

CH 3/4

To VCR

_ _- °

A.VCR is required to provide a

second picture :forPIP. You

must make the A/V cable con-

nections from the VCR to the

TV to see the second picture.

0 Simultaneously watch a videotape playing in the VCR and a basic cable channel

using the TV's channel selector.

0 Simultaneously watch a premium (scrambled) cable channel using the cable

box s selector and a basic cable channel using the TV's selector

Note: Refer to the "PIP Operation" section for details.

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TYPICAL:CONNECTIONS FOR Y'OUR .,TI/'-_ __

DIAGRAM #4. AUDIO AMPLIFIER CONNECTION TO TV " ;1" .... ' ....

To listen to your TV through your sound system, connect the stereo amplifier to the VARIABLE AUDIO ouTPUT jacks on the TVas

shown.

To Speaker,=

. .... _ " IAUXlNPUT

Note: Cables are not Backofyour

supplied with TV. StereoAmplifler

Optional

Customer

Provided

Sound

System

Do not connect speaker(s)

directly to the VARIABLE

AUDIO OUTPUT jacks.

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ANTENNA

CABLE

EXT = External Off Sound Available

INT = Internal On Sound Available

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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QUICK_ SET UP GUIDE: .... £ _'-+_;.+."_'+_iii,_: ",.

1. CONNECT THE POWER

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

jiacks 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 "f_¢by using the On/Off switch on the TV.

2. INSTALL THE BA Ti'ERIES INTO THE REMOTE

]install the batteries that are provided with your remote.

The remote comes set with Zenith codes. If you'd like to use the remote to operate other brands of _luipment, you will need to pro-

gram the codes for that equipment into the remote.

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

ing the cover off.

2. Place the batteries into the compartment, matchingplus with

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

3. Replace the cover.

Use 2 size A&A batteries

,3. (Required) USE AUTO PROGRAM

The first time you turn on your TV, use Auto Program to find all

available channels.

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1. PressMENU repeatedlytoview theSetup Menu.

2. Select Auto Programusingthe Up/Downarrows.

3. Use the Left/Right arrows to advance to the next menu.

4. Select OF["AIRANTENNAif you have anantennaorCABLE

TV if you have cableTV.

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

_ etupMenu

IAutoProgram

Add/DeVSurf

Ch. Labels

Clock Set

Timer Setup

Parental Ctl

Caption,r1ext

Language

Auto Demo

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Setup Menu with Adto Program Highlighted

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These typical screens appear while

the channel search is in process.

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QUICKSET UP 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/Del/Surf

Ch. Labels

Clock Set

Timer Setup

Parental Ctl

Caption/Text

Language

Auto Demo

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Setup Menu with Clock Set Higtdighted

5. USE OTHER MENU OPTIONS

[AUto Program t

Add/DeVSurf

Ch. Labels

Clock Set

Timer Setup

Parental Ctl

Caption/Text

language

Auto Demo

Press

_ _ Audio

Bass

Treble

Balance

Audio Mode

Surround _.

SoundRIte

1 Contrast

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Picture Prel

Press_

Press _

Source

I Main Source ]

PIP Source

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MENU OPERATION

i: SETUP MENU

SempMenu

* Add/DeL/Surf

* Ch. Labels

ClockSet

TimerSetup

ParentalCtl

Caption/Text

Language

AutoDerno

1 I<, To Program]

* These options are not available ff you choose

VIDEO for Source Menu Options,.

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1. Press MENU repeatedly to choose Setup Menu.

2. Press an Up/Down arrow repeatedly to select an ,option.

3. Press _iLeft/Right arrow retmatedly to adjust an option.

4. Press QUIT to remove a menu from view, or wait afew

seconds and the menu will ctisappear.

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Auto Program Finds and stores active channels to use with the CHANNEL Up/Down arrows.

Add/Del/Surf Creaies a list of favorite channels to use with CHANNEL Up/Down arrows.

Channel Labels Assigns a network/station label, name, or call letters to channels. Example: ]f you assign ABC to Channel 13,

then ABC will appear when you select channel 13.

Clock Set Sets the TV's clock to the current time.

Timer Setup Note: The clock in the TV must be set before you can use the timers.

1. Sets the TV's Sleep Timer and OrdOffTimer.

2. The Sleep Timer programs the TV to turn off after a period from 15 minutes up to 4 hours.

3. The On/OffTimer programs the TV to turn on and off at specific times.

Parental Ctl Blocks undesirable channels, including the VIDEO input source.

Caption/Text Displays closed captions or text when available on the selected channel. Options a_e:Off, Caption 1, Caption 2,

Caption 3, Caption 4, Text 1, Text 2, Text 3, and Text 4.

Language Selects English, Spanish, or French for on-screen menus.

Auto Demo Shows on-screen menus.

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USING ADD/DEL/SURF

SETUP MENU

SURF Button

CHANNEL Up/Down

Point Remote at TV

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These channels are selected by using

the CHANNEL Up/Down arrows.

Channels tbund by Auto Program

are set as "Added" channels.

1. Use the Up/Down arrows _tochoose

Add/Del/Surf.

2. Select ;tciaannel using the numbers

on the remote.

3. Use the Left/Right arrows to show

Added.

4. Press QUIT to remove the menu

from view.

These channels are not selected

when you use the CHANNEL

Up/Down an:ows. Select them

directly by ufing the numbels on the

remote.

1. Use the Lip/Down arrows to choose

Add/Del/Suff.

2. Select a channel using the numbers

on the remote.

3. Use the Left/Right arrows to show

Deleted.

4. Press QUIT to remove the menu

from view.

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"SURF" channels form a list of your favorite channels.

When the"SURF' medeis On, these are the Onlychannels

that you'. see with the CHANNEL Up/Down arrows.

1. Use the Up/Down arrows to choose Add/Del/Surf.

2. Select a channel using the numbers on the remote.

3. Use the Left/Right arrows to show Surf.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to make your most frequently

watched channels "Surf" channels.

5. Press QUIT to remove the menu from view.

To turn On "SURF,", press SURF on tbe remote.

Isurf's u0"I +] appears on the screen.

To turn off "SURF,'" press SURF again.

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USING CHANNEE LABELS

1. Select Channel Labels.

2. Select a channel using the numbers on the remote.

3. Use the l.eft/Right arrows to see your choices until the desired

label appears. If you don't wish to create a channel label,

select the dashes (--).

[_ SetupMenu

Auto Program

Add/DeVSurf

Ch. Labels

Clock Set

Timer Setup

Parental Ctl

Caption/Text•

Language

Auto Demo

] I Ch 2 CBS

Setup Menu with Ch. Labels Higtflighted

TIMER SETUP: Sleep Timer

The Sleep Timer programs the TV to turn Off after a period from 15 minutes to 4 hours.

1. Make sure the TV's clock is set.

2. Select Timer Setup andpress a Left/Pqd,'ght

arrow to view the Timer Menu.

3. Select Sleep Timer.

4. Press a [,eft/Right arrow repeatedly to set

how long the TV will remain on.

1. Press TIMER on the remote.

2. Press TIMER repeatedly to set how

long the TV will remain on.

Note: To carmel the Sleep Timer, turn off the TV or press TIMER repeatedly until

Off is showing.

Timer

SI_ Timer

On Time

Off Time

On/Off T mer

:30

Sleep Timer set to turn TV

off in 30 minutx,s

TIMER SETUP: On/Off Timer

The On/Off Timer programs the TV to turn on and off at specific times.

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1. Make sure the TV's clock is set.

2. Select Timer Setup and press a Left/Right arrow to view the Timer Menu.

3. Select On Time and use the numbers on your remote to enter a time for the TV to

turn On. Press TIMER on the remote to select AM or PM.

4. Select Off Time and use the numbers on your remote to enter a time for the TV to

turn Off. Press TIMER on the remote to select AM or PM.

5. Select O_VOffTimer and use a Left/Right arrow to show On.

6. Press QUIT on your remote te remove the menu from view.

Note: You must set an OffTime before you can set the On/Off Timer to On.

Timer.

Sleep Timor

On/Off Timer set to turn TV On at

ll:O0 am and Offat 1:00 pm

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SETUP MENU

U_;iNGPARENTAL_ coNTROL

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BlockVideo

SetFlours

SetPassword

LockOn/Off

1. Select Parental Ctl and press a Left/Right arrow to view the Parental

Control menu•

2. Select Block Ch. (channel).

3. Use the numbers on the remote to enter a channel number and press a Left! Right

arrow to show Blocked.

4. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each channel you want blocked.

5. Select Block Video to block the video source input and press a Left/Right arrow

to show Source Blocked.

6. After you blockall desired channels and/or the Video source, select Set

Hours and use the Left/Right arrows to choose the time period you want

Parental Control to be active: from 1 hour to 99 hours.

7. Select Set Password.

8. Press a Left/Right arrow and enter a 4-digit password when prompted.

(Verify the password by entering it a second time.)

9. Select Lock On/Off and use the Left/Right arrows to show On.

10. Press QUIT to remove the menu from view. "

Notes:

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Parental Control Menu

Remember your password! To re-

enter parental conl[rol while it's

on, you must enter this number.

Otherwise, you'll have to wait for

the specified time period to elapse.

U] Do not try to deactivate the Parental Control by unplugging your TV. This only restarts Parental Control lock time.

[=l Parental Control cannot be turned On (Lock On/Off) until the Hours andPassword have t)ex:nset.

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USING AUTO DEMO

Your new TV demonstrates on-screen menus that control the

TV's setup and operational features. Turn on Auto Demo, to

show the on-screen menus one-by-one.

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I3. Press QUIT to remove the menu from view. !

Note: Auto Demo will continue to

operate until you set it to Off in

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AutoProgram

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ClockSet

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AUDIO •MENU

MENU OPERATION

Audio Menu adjustments are optional. You don't have to adjust these features to use your "IT,

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[Bass

Treble

Balance

Audio Mode

Surround ._

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1. Press MENU repeatedly to choose Audio Menu.

2. Press an Up/Down arrow reg_atedly to select an option.

3. Press a Left/Right arrow rel_atedly to adjust an option.

4. Press QUIT to remove a menu from view, or wail: a few

seconds and the menu will disappear.

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Bass Adjusts the low frequency level.

Treble Adjusts the high frequency level.

Balance Adjusts the sound balance between the two speakers.

Audio Mode Selects Stereo, Mono (Monoaural), or 2nd Audio/SAP speaker operation. See inJ_ormation following this chart for

more details.

Stereo: Directs the sound to the Left and Right speakers as supplied by your TV, VCR, etc.

Mono: Directs the same sound to both Left and Right speakers, even if the program is in stereo_

2nd Audio/ Directs the sound for the Second Audio Program to both the Left and Right speakers. SAP

SAP: sound is always monaural. (SAP is not available if Video is )'our viewing source.)

Surround _ Lets you hear front channel surround sound from the TV's speakers. (You'll hear Surround sound only if the

program is in stereo and is encoded with surround sound.)

SoundRite Maintains the TV's volume at a constant level (including commercials and audio from the auxiliary input source)

Notes:

El If you select stereo as the Audio Mode, the TV switches between Stereo and Mono (Monoaural) sound

depending on the audio signal received.

El If you select SAP as the Audio Mode, you'll hear SAP (usually a second language) on stations broadcasting two audio signals.

When the SAP broadcast ends, the TV switches between Stereo and Mono modes depending on the audio signal r_:eived. The

TV switches back to 2nd Audio/SAP when the SAP broadcast resumes.

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. VIDEO MENU

MENU OPERATION

Video Menu adjustments are optional. You don't have to adjust these features to use your TV.

V/deo

- Menu

[Contrast

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Picture Pref

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2. Press an Up/Down arrow repeatedly to .select an option.

3. Press a Left/Right altow repeatedly to t,uljust an option.

4. Press QUIT to remove a menu from view, or wait a few

seconds and the merm will disappear.

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Contrast Adjusts the picture's overall contrast and color level.

Brightness Adjusts the picture's brightness level of black areas.

Color Adjusts the picture's color intensity.

Tint Adjusts flesh tones to more red or more green.

Sharpness Adjusts object-edge definition for best picture quality.

Picture Pref. Selects the video adjustments to be used.

(Preference) PRESET restores the factory preset adjustments.

Note: Adjustments you make to the Video Menu settings are stored as Custom settings.

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MENU OPERATION

SOURCE MENU

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Main Source

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2. Press an Up/Down arrow repeatedly to select an option.

3. Press a Left/Right arrow repeatedly to adjust an option.