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  • Page 1 Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty Model Numbers | R49W36, R56W36 | Projection TVs © Copyright 2003, Zenith Electronics Corporation.

  • Page 2: Safety Warnings

    REGULATORY INFORMATION: This equipment, trade name Zenith, model number, R49W36/R56W36, 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 when the equipment is operated in a residential installation.

  • 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 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.
  • 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 to provide protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Warnings ......2 Important Safety Instructions ....3-4 Step 1.

  • Page 6: Front Panel Controls

    Front Panel Controls tv/video menu On/Off TV/VIDEO Menu Enter Standby indicator (Illuminates brightly when the TV is in standby mode. Dims when the TV is switched on.) LED (Light Emitting Diodes) Displays Illuminate brightly when the set is switched on. LEDs light when source is selected or feature is present.

  • Page 7: Rear Connections Panel

    Rear Connections Panel Connecting cables to your TV. ANT/CABLE1 INPUT RF Connector: Antenna/Cable 1, Antenna/Cable 2, LOOP OUT and Loop Out Used to connect analog cable or antenna signals ANT/CABLE2 to the television, either INPUT directly or through your cable box. Monitor Out Connects to a second TV or Monitor...

  • Page 8: Front Connections Panel

    Front Connection Panel (Video 3) There are four jacks on the right front side behind the screen on your projection TV that make connecting Audio/Video devices like video games and camcorders very simple. The jacks are like those found on the back jack connection panel.

  • Page 9: Ant/Cable Service Hookup

    300 to 75 ohm adapter. It should be available from your local electronics dealer. Zenith recommends using a 75 ohm cable for your antenna con- nections in order to prevent interference.

  • Page 10: Cable Box Connections

    Cable Box Connections Some cable services require the use of a cable box to decode pre- mium channels and pay-per-view. Using the Loop Out to Decoder connection option, and programming your remote, you can con- nect your cable box so that you only need your MBR remote to tune to premium and non-premium channels.

  • Page 11: Vcr Connections

    VCR Connections Locate the Antenna/Cable 2 jack on the back of your TV. Connect the cable that runs from the wall or antenna to the jack. Now find the Loop Out jack. Connect the cable from this jack to the Input jack on the back of your cable box.

  • Page 12: Dvd Player

    DVD Player Find the audio and component or S-Video jacks on the back of your DVD Player and connect them fol- lowing the instructions provided with your equipment. You may connect either the com- posite video or the S-Video cables to your TV.

  • Page 13: Dbs Input

    DBS Hookup Find the audio and Y, P jacks on the back of your DBS receiver and connect them following the instructions provided with your equipment. Connect these cables to your TV as shown. Audio The DTV shows the sharpest picture in 720p mode. To watch DTV, connect a HD-SET TOP box to COMPONENT INPUT1 or 2 of your TV.

  • Page 14: Monitor Out Setup

    Monitor Out Setup Your TV has a special signal output capa- bility which allows you to hook up a sec- ond TV or monitor. Just connect the second TV or monitor to the MNT OUT Audio/Video jacks located on the back of your TV. See the Operating Manual of the second TV or monitor for further details regarding that device’s input settings.

  • Page 15: Turning The Tv On

    Turning the TV On First, connect antenna cable and power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. In standby mode to turn TV on, press the POWER, CH UP/DOWN, TV/VIDEO, COMP or number buttons on the remote control or ON/OFF, CH UP/DOWN or ENTER on the TV.

  • Page 16: Remote Control Functions In Tv Mode

    Remote Control Functions in TV Mode MODE Selects the remote operating mode: TV, VCR, Cable, DVD and Satellite. Select other operating modes, for the remote to control external devices. TV/VIDEO Selects: Video 1, Video 2, Video 3, Component 1, and Component 2 input sources.

  • Page 17: Audio (In)

    Remote Control Functions in TV Mode (Aspect Ratio Control) Changes the screen format or aspect ratio. CAPTION Selects the caption mode. NUMBER KEYPAD For direct channel selection and programming functions. FLASHBK Tunes to the last channel viewed. VOLUME UP/DOWN Increases/decreases the sound level. POSITION Changes the sub picture position.

  • Page 18: Ez Scan (Channel Search)

    EZ Scan Automatically finds all channels available through anten- na or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. Use pages 9-13 to connect external equipment to your TV. If you have not done so, plug in your TV to a standard 120V 60Hz power outlet.

  • Page 19: Channel Edit

    CH. Edit EZ Scan SETUP SETUP CH. Edit VIDEO VIDEO Fine AUDIO AUDIO TIME TIME SPECIAL SPECIAL LOCK LOCK Back Next Create two different types of channel lists in memory: “Custom list” and “Favorite channel list” from the default channel list made in the EZ SCAN menu.

  • Page 20: Fine Tuning Adjustment

    Fine Tunning Adjustment Use Fine to correct poor picture appearance, for example, a horizontal stripe, twisted picture or no color in pro- gram. When a finely tuned channel is memorized, the color of the channel number changes to yellow. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Setup menu.

  • Page 21: Video Menu

    VIDEO Menu EZ Video This function adjusts the TV to the best picture appearance. Select the preset value in the EZ Video menu based on the program category. Video options (clear, optimum, and soft) are preset for good picture quality at the factory and cannot be changed. When adjusting video options (Contrast, Brightness, Color, Sharpness, and Tint) manually, EZ Video automatically changes to ‘Off’...
  • Page 22 VIDEO Menu Adjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing situations. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Video menu. Press the RIGHT arrow button to access the Video menu. Use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select one of the following options: Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, and Tint,...

  • Page 23: Video Menu

    VIDEO Menu Color Temperature Specify the picture color status. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Video menu. Press the RIGHT arrow button to access the Video menu. Use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select Color temperature, and then press the RIGHT arrow button.

  • Page 24: Audio Menu

    AUDIO Menu Lets you choose the default audio mode for conventional analog programs. When you hear a program broadcast in mono, you will hear only monaural sound, even though Stereo mode is set. When Second Audio Program (SAP) mode is set, the program's second audio program, usually the program's dialog in another language, (if provided), is broadcast in mono.

  • Page 25: Audio Menu

    AUDIO Menu EZ Audio This function lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because the TV automatically selects the appropriate sound option based on the program content. Audio options ( Virtual, flat, music, sports, movie and off) are preset for good sound quality at the factory and cannot be changed.

  • Page 26: Time Menu

    Auto Clock Setup Sets the time automatically through the PBS broadcast signal. The PBS channel signal includes information for the correct time. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow but- ton to select the Time menu. Press the RIGHT arrow button to go to the Time menu.

  • Page 27: Manual Clock Setup

    Manual Clock Setup If current time setting is erased by a power failure or if TV is unplugged, reset the clock. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow but- ton to select the Time menu. Press the RIGHT arrow button to activate the Time menu.

  • Page 28: Tv Turn Off Time Setup

    TV Turn Off Time Setup Lets you set an automatic daily turn off time for your TV. Off Timer function overrides On Time function if they are both set to the same time. You must set the current time before using on/off time function.

  • Page 29: Tv Turn On Time Setup

    TV Turn On Time Setup Lets you set an automatic daily turn on time for your TV. Off timer function overrides on timer function if they are both set to the same time. Unless a button is pressed within two hours after the TV is turned on by the On Time function, the TV will auto- matically turn off.

  • Page 30: Sleep Timer Setup

    Sleep Timer Setup Lets you select the amount of time before your TV automatically turns itself off. Press the SLEEP button on the remote control repeatedly to select the number of minutes. First the Off option will appear on the screen, followed in sequence 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 240.

  • Page 31: Auto Off

    Auto Off If there is no input signal, the TV switches to standby mode automatically after 10 minutes. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Time menu. Press the RIGHT arrow button to activate the Time menu.

  • Page 32: On-Screen Menus Language

    On-Screen Menus Language Select your preferred language for the menus: English, Español, or Français. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Special menu. Press the RIGHT arrow button to to go to the Special menu.

  • Page 33: Main Picture Source Selection

    Main Picture Source Selection Note: This TV is equipped with Picture-in-Picture. Select a viewing source for the main picture on this page and select a viewing source for the PIP picture inset on the following page. Changes the picture source for the main screen so you can watch your off-air TV, cable TV, VCR, DVD, or any other devices that are connected to your TV.
  • Page 34 PIP (Picture-In-Picture) Source PIP lets you view 2 different inputs (sources) on your monitor screen at the same time. One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. PIP is not available if you set lock “On” in Lock menu. Watching PIP Press the PIP button to show the sub picture.

  • Page 35: Pip (Picture-In-Picture) Options

    PIP (Picture-In-Picture) Options Selecting PIP Channels Press the PIP button in the PIP mode. Select the TV option on the PIP Source menu or with the PIP INPUT button. Use the PIPCH-/PIPCH+ button to select a channel for the sub picture. Changing programs for the sub picture is only possible when the 'TV' option is selected as PIP source (NTSC RF signal).

  • Page 36: Twin Picture

    Twin Picture Twin Picture splits the screen into 2, allowing 2 picture sources to be shown on the TV screen at the same time. Each source is given half the screen. Twin picture mode is not available if you set lock “On” in Lock menu. Watching Twin Picture Press the PIP button on the remote control in POP mode to activate twin picture mode.

  • Page 37: Captions

    Captions Press the CC button to select captions. Each press of the CC button change the caption option; On, EZ Mute and Off. Captions Setup is complete. EZ Mute shows the selected captions option (if available on program) when the TV sound is muted. Press EXIT to save and return to TV viewing.

  • Page 38: Captions/Text

    Captions/Text Select a closed caption mode for displaying captioning information when provided on the program. Closed Caption (CC) displays information at any position on the screen usually the program's dialog. Text displays information, usually at the bottom position and is used for a data service, generally not program related.

  • Page 39: Aspect Ratio Control

    Aspect Ratio Control Lets you choose the way that an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed on your TV with a 16:9 ratio. When you receive an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio on your 16:9 TV, you need to specify how the pic- ture is to be displayed according to your preference.

  • Page 40: Key Lock

    Key Lock The TV can be set up so that it can only be operated with the remote control. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing. This TV is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the TV off. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Special menu.

  • Page 41: Auto Convergence

    Auto Convergence When the TV is first installed or relocated, the picture may be unstable and have three color ghosts (red, green, blue). This problem can be solved with Auto Convergence. This function can adjust the picture color convergence automatically if the TV is receiving a stable signal. Wait 20 minutes after turning on the TV before using Auto Convergence.

  • Page 42: Auto Move

    Auto Move Auto move may help prevent a ghost image. The picture will move to right and left about 5mm every 2 hours in 4:3 aspect ratio. The picture will move to up and down about 5mm every 2 hours in twin picture mode. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Special menu.

  • Page 43: Lock Menu

    Parental Lock Setup Lets you set up blocking schemes to block specific chan- nels, ratings and viewing sources. A password is required to gain access to this menu if the Lock System is activated. PIP/POP/Twin picture functions are not available if you set Lock “On”...
  • Page 44 Parental Lock Setup Continued Use the UP/DOWN arrows to choose from the following LOCK Menu options. Once the options are selected, change the set- tings to your preferences. • Lock On/Off: Activates or disables the blocking scheme you set up previously. •...

  • Page 45: Parental Lock Setup

    Parental Lock Setup Continued Parental Lock rating descriptions Lock On/Off SETUP SETUP Set Password VIDEO VIDEO Movie(MPAA) TV-PG(Children) AUDIO AUDIO TV-PG(General) Aux. Block TIME TIME Canadian SPECIAL SPECIAL LOCK LOCK Back TV-Y7 (Directed to Older Children): Program is designed for children age 7 and above. TV-G (General audience): Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages.

  • Page 46: Programming The Remote

    Programming the Remote The remote control for your HD receiver is a multi-brand or universal remote control. It can be programmed to operate most remote-con- trollable devices of other manufacturers. Note that the remote control may not control all models of other brands. Test your remote control.

  • Page 47: Programming Codes

    VIDIKRON VIDTECH 004 116 WARDS 004 008 009 019 028 060 061 063 064 072 074 116 143 164 YAMAHA 004 006 YORK 004 116 YUPITERU ZENITH 001 072 073 095 103 157 ZONDA P A G E 4 7...
  • Page 48 Codes TOTEVISION 040 101 UNITECH VECTOR RESEARCH VICTOR VIDEO CONCEPTS 012 034 046 VIDEOSONIC WARDS 003 013 017 024 031 033 034 040 053 054 131 YAMAHA 012 034 039 ZENITH 001 034 048 056 058 072 080 101 206-03865...
  • Page 49 005 006 005 006 008 017 SAMSUNG 011 015 003 009 SONY Brand Codes VIEWSTAR WINEGARD 128 146 ZENITH 001 081 082 083 084 091 Brand Codes THOMPSON 005 006 TOSHIBA 019 008 YAMAHA 009 018 ZENITH 010 016 025...

  • Page 50: Programming Codes

    039 040 056 TOSHIBA 011 048 071 UNIKA 007 014 024 072 073 074 UNITED CABLE 004 053 UNIVERSAL 005 007 014 024 026 027 Brand Codes 032 035 VIEWSTAR 012 015 018 086 087 088 ZENITH 001 060 093 206-03865...

  • Page 51: Maintenance

    Maintenance 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 power cord before you begin any cleaning. SCREEN CLEANING 1.

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    Maintenance continued PICTURE INTERFERENCE Even though you may be getting cable, the signal may be weak, which means the quality of your picture may suffer due to other factors. If there are problems with the image on your TV, consult the Troubleshooting guide on the following pages. You may also want to contact your cable service provider to determine if the problem is from the cable service.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself. SYMPTOM Snowy picture and unclear sound. Multiple images or ‘ghost shadows.’ Interference: Sharp lines across the screen and unclear sound. Normal picture but no sound. No picture and unclear sound. No picture and no sound.
  • Page 54 Troubleshooting, cont’d SYMPTOM Remote control doesn’t work. Menu options can’t be changed or selected. No picture or sound when any non-cable source is selected. Weak or no Stereo Sound when using a stereo VCR. The PIP inset is black or lacks contrast.

  • Page 55: Glossary

    Glossary A list of definitions for some of the words found in this guide. 75 OHM RF CABLE A/V CABLES A/V DEVICE AMPLIFIER ANALOG TV ANTENNA (Aspect Ratio Control) CAPTIONS CONVERGENCE DELETE DIGITAL TV DOLBY DIGITAL 206-03865 The round cable that comes from an off-air antenna or cable service provider.

  • Page 56: Glossary

    Glossary continued A list of definitions for some of the words found in this guide. FAVORITE CHANNELS INPUT JACK MODE MONO SOUND OUTPUT SECOND AUDIO PROGRAMMING/SAP SIGNAL SOURCE STEREO SOUND TEXT TUNER P A G E 5 6 This function created a customized list of your favorite chan- nels.

  • Page 57: Product Specifications

    Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms w/sync PB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms 15W x2 300W 145.5 (R49W36), 158.7 (R56W36) American TV Standard, NTSC, ATSC with STB VHF: 2 - 13 UHF: 14 - 69 CATV: 1 - 125...

  • Page 58: Notes

    Notes P A G E 5 8 206-03865...
  • Page 59 Notes P A G E 5 9 206-03865...

  • Page 60: Warranty

    Projection TV Limited Warranty - USA Zenith will repair or replace your product, at Zenith’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or work- manship under normal use, during the warranty period ("Warranty Period") listed below, effective from the date ("Date of Purchase") of original consumer purchase of the product.

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