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Zenith L15V26D Installation, Setup & Operating Manual

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Installation, Setup & Operating Guide I Warranty
Model Number | L15V26D | LCD-TV / Monitor
© Copyright 2004, LG Electronics USA, Inc.

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  • Page 1 Installation, Setup & Operating Guide I Warranty Model Number | L15V26D | LCD-TV / Monitor © Copyright 2004, LG Electronics USA, Inc.

  • Page 2: Safety Warnings

    Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important safeguards for you and your new product 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 prod- uct, and save them for future reference.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued from previous page) 14. 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,...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Auto Programming: Finding/Erasing channels Favorite Channel Memory Clock Setup Off Timer Setup On Timer Setup Sleep Timer Setup Video/Picture Setup Audio/Sound Setup Closed Captions Parental Control Auto Off Key lock Maintenance Product Specifications Troubleshooting CheckList Your Zenith Limited Warranty Back cover...

  • Page 6: Controls

    Front of the Front of the Side Control Panel Side Control Panel Channel Buttons Volume Buttons Enter Button Menu Button TV/Video Button On/Off Button Remote Control Sensor Power/Standby indicator Illuminates red in standby mode, Illuminates green when the TV is turned on.
  • Page 7 Back of the Connection Panel Connection Panel AC INPUT COMPONENT(480i/480p/720p/1080i) DVD/DTV IN Power Cord Socket Headphone Jack - This TV operates on AC power. Never attempt to operate the DVD/DTV IN TV on DC power. (Component (480i, 480p,720p,1080i) Input VIDEO (MONO)
  • Page 8 Remote Control Buttons POWER NUMBERS PAGE 32 MENU CHANNEL ( DE ) PAGE 39 PAGE 27 AUTO PROGRAM PAGE 25 Press the FLASHBK button to view the last program you were watching. power tv/video menu mute enter sleep flashbk dasp a.prog memory/erase...
  • Page 9 VOLUME ( F G ) SLEEP TIMER PAGE 31 DASP PAGE 35 FLASHBK MEMORY/ERASE PAGE 26 TV/VIDEO Button TV/VIDEO Button on Remote Control on Remote Control - Each press of this button changes the view- ing source as indicted below. TV programs /Cable TV...

  • Page 10: Remote Control: Installing Batteries/Operation

    Don’t place the remote control near a heater or in a damp place. A strong impact on remote control may damage it. Remote power tv/video Control Sensor menu mute enter sleep flashbk dasp a.prog...

  • Page 11: Tv Overview

    - Arrange the wires with the tie band. Operating guide Batteries PC signal cable PC sound cable VESA standard mounting interface - If you intend to mount the TV to a wall, attach this plate to the back of the TV.
  • Page 12 TV V Adjusting the TV V - You can adjust the angle of the TV between -3° and 15° (Range: -3°±3 and 15°±3º). Notes If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may be a small “flicker” when turned on.

  • Page 13: Antenna/Cable Connections

    Apartment Buildings Wall Connection Jack - If you have a 75 nut. If you have a 300 then connect the converter to the antenna jack on the TV. - When using 75 picture quality. Connecting to an Outdoor Connecting to an Outdoor This type of antenna is commonly used in single family dwellings.

  • Page 14: Viewing Setup

    1 or 2. - Connection 1: Set cable box switch to 3 or 4 and then tune TV to the same channel number. - Connection 2: Select VIDEO source input to use Audio/Video In connections.

  • Page 15: Vcr Connection And Viewing Setup

    VCR Connection and Viewing Setup - In Video mode, TV automatically reverts to TV mode if the fcr button or flashbk buttons are pressed. - See following pages to connect to other A/V external equipment to input jacks on the TV.

  • Page 16: External Equipment Connections

    PC INPUT VIDEO (MONO) AUDIO VIDEO IN External Equipment Connection Panel Viewing Setup Turn on the external A/V equipment. Turn the TV on and use the tv/video On Remote Control A/V Source A/V Source ANT IN SOUND TV Connection Panel AUDIO...

  • Page 17: Dvd Player Connections

    DVD Player Connections Connect DVD/DTV output jacks to TV's COMPONENT (480i/480p/720p/1080i), Y, P jack. Connect DVD/DTV audio output jacks to right and left input jacks on TV. Connections AC INPUT COMPONENT(480i/480p/720p/1080i) DVD/DTV IN Note: TV INPUT DVD OUTPUT Viewing Setup Turn on the DVD player.

  • Page 18: Dtv (Set-Top Box) Connections

    DTV (Set-top Box) Connections Connect DVD/DTV output to COMPONENT(480i/480p/720p/1080i), Y, P Connect DTV L/R audio outputs to the TV's AUDIO L/R input jacks. Note: A DTV set-top box is required to receive DTV programming. Connections AC INPUT COMPONENT(480i/480p/720p/1080i) DVD/DTV IN Viewing Setup Turn on the DTV receiver (Set-top Box).

  • Page 19: Pc/Computer Connections

    - After setup, be sure to select RGB-PC to see the PC image on TV screen. Connections Set the monitor output resolution on the PC before connecting to the TV. See the next page. Connect the TV to the PC with the PC cable.
  • Page 20 PC/Computer Connections (using TV as a Monitor) Displayable Monitor Output Format Specifications MODE SVGA (MAC) Notes: a. For optimum picture quality, use standard XGA (1024x768) computer output at a 60Hz refresh rate. Using other formats (i.e.: VGA, SVGA, etc) or refresh rates may result in reduced picture quality.

  • Page 21: Pc Mode Functions Check

    PC Mode Functions Check - After setup, be sure to select PC source to see the PC image on TV screen. Use the menu button to display the available menu shown below. Contrast Brightness H-position V-position Clock Phase Auto configure...

  • Page 22: Turning The Tv On

    Select the viewing source by pressing Note: See page 25 if you have not auto programmed the TV to receive channels in your local broadcast area. After viewing, press the the TV side panel. The TV screen goes dark and it reverts to standby mode.

  • Page 23: Tv Mode Menus

    TV Mode Menus Press the menu button repeatedly to display the available menus shown below. Auto program Manual program Favorite channel Move Next Menu Language English Captions Caption/Text CC 1 Key lock Parental ctl Move Adjust Menu Use the channel ( ) buttons to select a menu option.

  • Page 24: Menu Language Selection

    Menu Language Selection Language Language Use the menu button to select the menu shown. Language Captions Caption/Text Key lock Parental ctl Move Adjust Menu Use the channel ( select the Language option. English CC 1 ) button to Use the volume ( F , G ) buttons to select the language for the menus to...

  • Page 25: Auto Programming: Finding/Erasing Channels

    Auto Programming: Finding/Erasing Channels - For Auto program to work, the programming source must be connected to the TV and the TV must be receiving programming signals either over-the-air or from a cable-type service provider. Channel Search (Auto Programming) Channel Search (Auto Programming) a.prog...
  • Page 26 Memorizing/Erasing Channels - Select Memory (to add the channel) or Erase (to delete the channel from memory). Press the memory/erase Manual program TV 7 Memory Use the channel ( add to memory or erase and then use the F , G volume ( ) buttons to select Memory (add) or Erase (delete).

  • Page 27: Favorite Channel Memory

    Favorite Channel Memory - Favorite Channel lets you quickly scan up to five channels of your choice without having to wait for the TV to scan through all the in-between channels. Use the menu button to select the menu shown below.

  • Page 28: Clock Setup

    Clock Setup - If current time setting is wrong, reset the clock. menu Use the button to select the menu shown below. Clock Clock Off timer On timer Auto off Move Next Menu Press the volume ( the channel ( ) buttons to set the current hour.

  • Page 29: Off Timer Setup

    Off Timer Setup - Off Timer operates only if the Clock has been set to the current time. - Off Timer overrides On Timer if they are set to the same time. Use the menu button to select the menu shown below. Clock 10 : 45 AM Clock...

  • Page 30: On Timer Setup

    ( button. - Unless a button is pressed within two hours after the TV is turned on by the On Timer function, the TV will automatically turn off. - TV must be in standby mode for the On Timer to work.

  • Page 31: Sleep Timer Setup

    - To check the remaining sleep time, press the - To change sleep time setting, press the want. - If you turn the TV off after setting the Sleep Timer, the setting will be erased. ) button changes the setting as shown below. sleep button repeatedly to select Sleep 0.

  • Page 32: Video/Picture Setup

    Video/Picture Setup - APC adjusts the TV for the best picture appearance. APC (Auto Picture Control) APC (Auto Picture Control) Press the button on the remote control. Clear Use the buttons or volume ( select your desired picture appearance. Each press of volume picture appearance.
  • Page 33 Manual Picture Control (User Option) Manual Picture Control (User Option) Use the menu button to select the menu shown. Clear Contrast Brightness Color Sharpness Tint Move Adjust Menu Use the channel ( ) button to select a picture option to adjust. - APC is cancelled if you set User options.
  • Page 34 Video/Picture Setup - Fine tune the Picture appearance to your personal preference Fine uning Adjustment Fine uning Adjustment Use the menu button to select the menu shown below. Auto program Manual program Favorite channel Move Next Menu Use the channel select the Manual program option.

  • Page 35: Audio/Sound Setup

    Audio/Sound Setup -DASP selects the sound appropriate for your program. Audio Setup / DASP Audio Setup / DASP Press the dasp button on the remote control. DASP User Use the dasp button or volume ( desired setting for the sound. Each press of volume sound option as shown.
  • Page 36 Audio/Sound Setup Equalizer Adjustments Equalizer Adjustments Use the menu button to select the menu shown. DASP Balance Move Next Menu Use the channel ( select the DASP option, then press the volume ( ) button. Use the channel ( select the User option. Use the volume ( select the band you want to adjust and then use the channel (...
  • Page 37 Sound Balance Sound Balance Use the menu button to select the menu shown below. DASP Balance Move Next Menu Use the channel ( select the Balance option. Use the volume ( adjust the balance. Balance is preset at 0. ) button to Press the F , G ) button to...
  • Page 38 Audio/Sound Setup - AVL maintains an equal volume level automatically even if the channel is changed. (Auto V olume Leveler) (Auto V olume Leveler) menu Use the button to select the menu shown below. DASP Balance Move Next Menu Use the channel ( select the AVL option.
  • Page 39 Selecting Bilingual Signal (Second Selecting Bilingual Signal (Second On-screen display in stereo mode: STEREO On-screen display in bilingual mode: SAP - Bilingual (second audio program) signal This signal contains the secondary language signal in addition to the primary language. There are primary and secondary language and stereo modes in bilingual signals. [MONO]: The primary language is heard from left and right speakers in mono sound.
  • Page 40 Using Headphones Using Headphones Plug headphones in to H/P jack as shown. Adjust sound level to a headphone using the volume ( are listening to sound through a headphone(s), TV speakers will not be heard. mute button or F , G ) buttons.

  • Page 41: Closed Captions

    FOLLOW ME Caption Tips Not all TV broadcasts include closed caption signals. Sometimes TV stations broadcast four different caption signals on the same channel. By selecting CC 1 to CC 4 , you can choose which signal you view. Another mode might show demonstration or programming information.
  • Page 42 (ex. captioned program lists, weather forecasts, stock exchange impaired---) on up to half of the TV screen. But not all stations offer text services, even though they might offer captioning. In the event you are receiving a poor signal, an empty black box may appear and disappear, even when the text mode is selected.
  • Page 43 Each time you press the volume ( buttons, the caption mode is changed as shown below. buttons to Press the This TV is programmed to remember the caption/text mode it was last set to, when you turn the POWER off. F , G CC 1...

  • Page 44: Parental Control

    Rating guidelines are provided by broadcast stations. Most television programs and television movies can be blocked by TV Rating and/or Individual Categories. Movies that have been shown at the theaters or direct-to-video movies use the Movie Rating System (MPAA) only.
  • Page 45 For Canadian English/French language rating system: Canadian English language rating system: * C and Above (Children) * C8+ and Above (8 years and up) * G and Above (General programming. Suitable for all audiences.) * PG and Above (Parental guidance suggested) * 14+ and Above (Viewer 14 years and up) * 18+...
  • Page 46 ( Enter a four digit password. Enter it again when requested. If Parental ctl is active, then enter the pass- word when requested. The TV is set to the initial password:“0-0-0- 0”. ) button. To set Unblocked...

  • Page 47: Auto Off

    Auto Off - If there is no input signal, the TV switches to standby mode automatically after 10 minutes. Use the menu button to select the menu shown. -- : -- AM Clock Off timer On timer Auto off Move...

  • Page 48: Key Lock

    Move Adjust Menu Use the channel ( select the the Key lock option. - This TV is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the TV off. English CC 1 ) buttons to...

  • Page 49: Maintenance

    Caring for your TV Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you will have your new TV. Be sure to turn the power off and pull out the plug before you begin any cleaning.

  • Page 50: Product Specifications

    Power consumption External antenna impedance Audio output External input ports Power supply cord set CAUTION: If replacement becomes necessary, replace it with an exact duplicate. Contact any Zenith authorized service center. L15V26D 15.2 14.5 AC 110-240V ~ 60Hz NTSC VHF : 2 ~ 13, UHF : 14 ~ 69...

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Troubleshooting Checklist SYMPTOMS No power No picture or sound Poor picture but good sound Poor reception Lines in picture Ghosts (multiple images) Remote control does not work. Cannot tune desired channel. CHECK THESE THINGS Is power cord plugged in? Is television turned on? Check batteries in remote control.
  • Page 52 ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION LCD-TV L15V26D LIMITED WARRANTY – USA Zenith will repair or replace your product, at Zenith’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period (“Warranty Period”) listed below, effective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of original purchase of the product.

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