Zenith L30W26 Installation And Operating Manual

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Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty
Model Number | L30W26 | LCD AV MONITOR
© Copyright 2002, Zenith Electronics Corporation.

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty Model Number | L30W26 | LCD AV MONITOR © Copyright 2002, Zenith Electronics Corporation.
  • Page 2 Multimedia Display This LCD monitor can be connected to a PC in place of the PC Monitor. The LCD Display panel The panel is composed of 2.9 million individual cells. It is common for a few defective cells to appear as colored dots on the screen as a result of the manufacturing process.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Twin Picture Feature ...39 Keep this manual PC Mode Features ...41 with Monitor for PC Mode Adjustments ...42 future easy refer- External Control Device Setup ...44 ence Misc. Maintenance ...52 Troubleshooting Checklist ...53 Product Specifications ...55 Your Zenith Limited Warranty ...Back Cover...
  • Page 4: Setup And Operation Checklist

    Setup and Operation Checklist Setup and Operation Checklist (See page 9 for available connection and operational setup options.) 1. Unpack monitor and all accessories. 2. Connect all external video and audio equipment see any page 14 through 20. 3. Install batteries in remote control. See page 13.
  • Page 5: 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. COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product’s compliance is:...
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    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 product, and save them for future reference.
  • Page 7 (Continued from previous page) 14. Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed 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. 15.
  • Page 8: Front Panel Controls

    Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls POWER ON OFF POWER ON OFF Main Power button MENU button INPUT MENU SELECT INPUT MENU SELECT Sub power button INPUT SELECT button VOLUME ( ) buttons buttons Remote control sensor Power standby indicator Illuminates orange in stand- by mode, illuminates green when the Monitor is turned...
  • Page 9: Connection Panel Overview

    Connection Panel Overview Back Panel DC OUTPUT AUDIO L MONO VIDEO (DC 12V) S-VIDEO AV INPUT DC OUTPUT (DC 12V) jack A/V Input / COMPONENT (DVD/DTV) INPUT jacks / S-video AC INPUT COMPONENT (DVD/DTV INPUT) AC INPUT jack Audio Input sound (R)(L)jacks RGB-1 (PC/DTV INPUT) RGB-2 (DIGITAL RGB INPUT) jack / RS-232C jacks...
  • Page 10: Remote Control Key Functions

    Remote Control Key Functions - When using the remote control aim it at the remote control sensor on the Monitor. SLEEP (Refer to p. 24) POWER SWAP MENU ENTER PIP Operation POWER SLEEP INPUT SELECT DASP PIP ARC TWIN PICTURE SUB INPUT SWAP MENU...
  • Page 11 INPUT SELECT DASP (Refer to p. 27) PIP ARC TWIN PICTURE (Refer to p. 39) SUB INPUT MUTE switches the sound on or off. UP/DOWN Input Select Key on remote con- trol Each press changes the mode as shown below. RGB1 RGB2 COMPONENT...
  • Page 12: Accessories/Options

    Accessories/Options Accessories POWER SLEEP INPUT SELECT DASP PIP ARC TWIN PICTURE SWAP SUB INPUT MENU MUTE ENTER WIN.SIZE WIN.POSITION ZOOM+ ZOOM- Remote Control PC Audio Cable Speaker cable Optional Accessories Speakers Owner’s Manual Power Cord D-sub 15 pin cable Video Cable 1.5V Alkaline Batteries DVI Computer Cable...
  • Page 13: Using The Remote Control

    Using the Remote Control Installing Batteries • Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote control and insert the batteries with correct polarity, match “+” with “+”, and match “-” with “-”. • Install two 1.5V “AAA” alkaline batteries. Don’t mix used batteries with new batteries.
  • Page 14: Vcr Setup

    VCR Setup - As shown below, when connecting the Monitor to a VCR, match the colors of AV input jacks on the Monitor with the output jacks on the VCR: Video = yellow, Audio (Left) = white, Audio (Right) = red. - If you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable from the VCR to the AUDIO (L/MONO) input on the Plasma Monitor.
  • Page 15 DC OUTPUT AUDIO VIDEO L MONO (DC 12V) S-VIDEO COMPONENT (DVD/DTV INPUT) AV INPUT Monitor Back Panel To Watch VCR INPUT SELECT AC INPUT RGB 2 INPUT RGB 1 INPUT RS 232C INPUT AUDIO (DIGITAL RGB INPUT) (PC/DTV INPUT) (CONTROL/SERVICE) Use the INPUT SELECT button on the remote control to select VIDEO...
  • Page 16: Cable Tv Setup

    Cable TV Setup - After subscribing to a cable TV service from a local provider and installing a converter, you can watch cable TV programming. This monitor cannot display TV programming without a TV tuner or cable TV converter box.
  • Page 17: External Av Source Setup

    External AV Source Setup - As shown below, when connecting the Monitor to an external source, match the colors of AV input jacks on the Monitor with the output jacks on the audio/video equipment: Video = yellow, Audio (Left) = white, Audio (Right) = red. DC OUTPUT AUDIO L MONO...
  • Page 18: Dvd Setup

    DVD Setup How to Connect a DVD (Digital Video Disk Player) • Connect DVD video inputs to Y, P inputs to Audio jacks of AV INPUT. • Component Input is available in 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i modes. • If your DVD has only S-video jack, connect s-video of DVD to S-video jacks on the moni- tor and audio inputs to Audio sockets of AUDIO INPUT.
  • Page 19: Dtv Setup

    DTV Setup - To watch digitally broadcast programs, purchase/connect a digital SET-TOP BOX. How to Connect • You can use either the Monitor’s COMPONENT (DVD/DTV INPUT) inputs or the single RGB1(PC/DTV INPUT) for video connections, depending on your Set Top Box connectors. Then, make the corresponding Audio connections.
  • Page 20: Pc Setup

    PC Setup - You can easily connect the Plasma Display to your PC for outstanding image and sound. Setup Instructions to Connect a PC to your Monitor • To set up this monitor in your PC window environ- ment, select Normal, Standard or Default Monitor. This monitor does not support Plug and Play func- tionality.
  • Page 21 Monitor Image Display Specifications RGB1 Horizontal Resolution Frequency (KHz) Frequency (Hz) 31.468 640x350 37.861 31.469 720x400 37.927 31.469 37.861 37.500 640x480 43.269 53.011 64.062 35.156 37.879 48.077 800x600 46.875 53.674 56.000 64.016 48.363 56.476 1024x768 60.023 68.677 54.348 1152x864 67.500 77.487 60.000 1280x960...
  • Page 22: Turning On The Monitor

    Turning on the Monitor - When using the remote control, aim it at the sensor on the Monitor. Turning on the Monitor just after installation Connect power cord correctly. Press the main ON OFF button on the Monitor. At this moment, the Monitor is switched to standby mode.
  • Page 23: Checking Available Features

    Checking Available Features - Use the remote control to make adjustments. - Select VIDEO input source. Press the MENU button. Press the UP/DOWN button. • Each press will cycle through the menus shown below. PICTURE Contrast Brightness Color Sharpness Tint Screen Exit Move...
  • Page 24: Sleep Timer

    Setting Sleep Timer Sleep Timer turns the Monitor off after the preset time expires SLEEP • To check remaining sleep time after setting, press the SLEEP or ENTER button just once. • If you turn the Monitor off after setting the sleep timer, the setting is erased. The sleep timer will then have to be set again.
  • Page 25: Auto Picture Control

    Auto Picture Control Use APC to set up the Monitor for the best picture appearance APC (Auto Picture Control) Press the APC button. Use the APC or UP/DOWN buttons to select your desired picture appearance. • Each press of APC button or UP/DOWN buttons changes the menu option as shown below.
  • Page 26: Adjusting Picture Appearance

    Adjusting Picture Appearance Press the MENU button and then use the UP/DOWN button to select PICTURE Press the VOL ( MENU Use the UP/DOWN button to select Contrast and then press the VOL ( ) button. Use the VOL buttons to make appro- priate adjustments and then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 27: Auto Sound Control

    Auto Sound Control DASP (Digital Auto Sound Processing) • This feature lets you enjoy the best sound without any manual adjustment; the Monitor automatically selects the appropriate audio tone levels, based on the program content. Press the DASP button. DASP Use the DASP or UP/DOWN button to select a sound setup.
  • Page 28: Adjusting Sound: Bass, Treble, Balance

    Adjusting Sound Press the MENU button and then use the UP/DOWN button to select the Press the VOL ( MENU Use the UP/DOWN button to select Treble and then press the VOL ( button. Use the VOL buttons to make appropriate adjustments and then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 29: Menu Language Selection

    Menu Language Selection Press the MENU button and then use the UP/DOWN button to select SPECIAL Press the VOL ( MENU Use the UP/DOWN button to select Language and then press the VOL ( ) button. Use the UP/DOWN button to select the desired language.
  • Page 30: Color Temperature Adjustments

    Color Temperature Adjustments Press the MENU button and then use the UP/DOWN button to select SPECIAL Press the VOL ( MENU Use the UP/DOWN button to select Color TEMP. VOL ( ) button. Use the UP/DOWN button to select your desired color temperature and then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 31: Screen Saver Feature

    Screen Saver Feature - Prolonged display of a still image may cause a permanent image to be ‘burned’ onto the screen. - If you select Screen Saver "ON", to prevent a permanent image burn in, the picture moves a little every 10 minutes. - CAUTION: The "SCREEN SAVER"...
  • Page 32: Picture Format Selection

    Picture Format Selection - Wide and Normal options are available in RGB1(PC) and RGB2 modes. Wide, Normal, and Zoom options are available in RGB1(DTV) mode. Use the ARC button to select a desired picture format. • Each press of the ARC button, selects •...
  • Page 33: Using The Zoom In/Out Feature

    Using the Zoom In/Out Feature Press the MENU button and then use the UP/DOWN button to PICTURE ADJ. select the Press the VOL ( MENU Use the UP/DOWN button to select the Zoom In option and then press the VOL ( ) button.
  • Page 34: Adjusting Picture Position

    Adjusting Picture Position - If necessary, use ‘ZOOM IN/OUT’ prior to adjusting picture ‘POSITION’. Press the MENU button and then use the UP/DOWN button to PICTURE ADJ. select Press the VOL ( MENU Use the UP/DOWN button to select Position and then press the VOL ( button.
  • Page 35: Using The Screen Option

    Using the Screen Option - This function works in Video and S-video modes. - Use this option to correct trembling or picture instability while viewing a video tape. Press the MENU button and then use the UP/DOWN button to select PICTURE Press the VOL ( MENU...
  • Page 36: Picture-In-Picture(Pip)

    Picture-In-picture (PIP) PIP will let you view two separate source inputs on your monitor screen at the same time. Color of main picture may be different from PIP’s in PIP mode. When the main picture source is RGB1/DTV (more than 480p), the PIP picture source is Input/S- video/DVD (480i).
  • Page 37 Moving the PIP picture Press the WIN. POSITION button in PIP mode. • Use the VOL( ) button and UP/DOWN button to adjust the position. WIN.POSITION Switch the Main and PIP Pictures Press the SWAP button in PIP mode. SWAP RGB1 VIDEO Viewing External Source Equipment...
  • Page 38: Zooming Main Picture In/Out

    Zooming Main Picture In/Out Viewing External Equipment Use the ZOOM+ button in PIP mode to increase Main Picture size up to 50. ZOOM+ • Enlarge the Main Picture size with ZOOM+ button. • Reduce the Main Picture size with ZOOM- button. Moving the Enlarged Main Picture Use the VOL ( F , G )
  • Page 39: Twin Picture Feature

    Twin Picture Feature How to use twin picture Use the TWIN PICTURE button to select source for twin picture. TWIN PICTURE • Each time you press TWIN PICTURE, you select TWIN1 TWIN1 TWIN 1 Selecting the Twin Picture Source Use the SUB INPUT button to select SUB INPUT the Twin Picture source.
  • Page 40 Twin Picture Feature TWIN PICTURE let you view different source inputs on your monitor screen at the same time. Color of main picture may be different from PIP’s in TWIN PICTURE. When the Main Picture source is RGB1/DTV (more than 480p), the Twin Picture source is Input/S- video/DVD (480i).
  • Page 41: Pc Mode Features

    PC Mode Features - Use the remote control to make adjustments. - Select RGB 1 input source. Press the MENU button. Press the UP/DOWN button. • Each press will cycle through the menus shown below. PICTURE Contrast Brightness Color Sharpness Tint Screen Move...
  • Page 42: Pc Mode Adjustments

    PC Mode Adjustments - Select RGB1 source. Press the MENU button and then use the UP/DOWN button to select PICTURE ADJ. Press the VOL ( MENU Use the UP/DOWN button to select Auto Config. VOL ( ) button. When Auto Config. will appear on screen.
  • Page 43 PC Mode Adjustments Horizontal/Vertical position and CLOCK/PHASE adjustment work in RGB1(PC mode) and Horizontal/Vertical position only work in RGB(DTV mode-480p,720p,1080i). Press the MENU button and then use the UP/DOWN button to select PICTURE ADJ. Press the VOL ( MENU Use the UP/DOWN button to select Clock Adjust and then press the VOL (...
  • Page 44: External Control Device Setup

    External Control Device Setup Connect the RS-232C input jack to a PC and control the Monitor’s functions (such as ON/OFF, INPUT SELECT, MUTE) externally. How to To Connect External Control Equipment • Connect the RS-232C (serial connector) input jack with the rear of moniter’s RS-232C input jack.
  • Page 45: Set Id

    External Control Device Setup SET ID • Use this function to specify a monitor ID number. Press the MENU button and then use the UP/DOWN button to select SPECIAL Press the VOL ( MENU Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select and then press the VOL ( Use the VOL button to adjust choose the desired monitor ID number and...
  • Page 46 External Control Device Setup The RS-232C input jack is used to control the Monitor’s functions using an external control device. Type of Connector: D-Sub 9-pin Male Pin name No connection RXD (Receive data) TXD (Transmit data) DTR (DTE side ready) DSR (DCE side ready) RTS (Ready to send) CTS (Clear to send)
  • Page 47 Transmission / Receiving Protocol Transmission [Command1][Command2][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] * [Command1] : To classify factory-adjustment mode or user-adjustment mode. * [Command2] : To control LCD set. * [Set ID] You can adjust Set ID to choose desired monitor ID number in Special menu.
  • Page 48 External Control Device Setup 03. Aspect Ratio (Command:c) G To adjust the screen format. You can also adjust the screen format using the ARC button on remote control or in the Picture Adj. menu. Transmission [k][c][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0 : Wide screen (16:9) 1 : Normal screen (4:3) 2 : Full screen (Zoom) Acknowledgement...
  • Page 49 09. Color (Command:i) G To adjust the screen color. You can also adjust color in the Picture menu. Transmission [k][i][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min : 0 ~ Max : 64 * Transmit as Hexadecimal code. Acknowledgement [i][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][X] Data Min : 0 ~ Max : 64 10.
  • Page 50 External Control Device Setup 15. PIP Size (Command:e) G To select PIP size. Transmission [k][o][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0 : Normal screen (4:3) 1 : Wide screen (16:9) Acknowledgement [o][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][X] Data 0 : Normal screen (4:3) 1 : Wide screen (16:9) 16.
  • Page 51 20. Color Temperature (Command:u) G To set up with ‘normal, cool, warm, user’ in the color temperature. Transmission [k][u][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0 : Normal 1 : Cool 2 : Warm 3 : User Acknowledgement [u][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][X] Data 0 : Normal 1 : Cool 2 : Warm 3 : User 21.
  • Page 52: Maintenance

    - Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you will have your new Monitor. Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen 1.
  • Page 53: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Troubleshooting Checklist • Check whether the Monitor is turned on. No picture & • Power cord inserted into wall outlet? No sound • Plug another product’s power cord into the wall outlet where the Monitor’s power cord was plugged in to test it. •...
  • Page 54 Troubleshooting Checklist No output from one of the speakers Picture appears slowly, after switching on Horizontal/vertical bars or picture shaking Unusual sound from inside the monitor • Adjust Balance in the SOUND • This is normal as the image is muted during the startup process of the monitor.
  • Page 55: Product Specifications

    Weight (pounds / kg) Power requirement Resolution Colors • The specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice for quality improvement. L30W26 29.9 / 759 21.5 / 546 7.1 / 179.5 40.6 / 18.4 AC 120V, 60Hz 1280 x 768(Dot)
  • Page 56 LCD AV Monitor Limited Warranty - USA Zenith will repair or replace your product, at ZenithÕs 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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