Zenith Z42PX1D Installation And Operating Manual

Zenith Z42PX1D Installation And Operating Manual

Zenith z42px1d: operating guide

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Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty
Model Numbers | Z42PX1D / Z50PX2D | PLASMA TV
© Copyright 2005, LG Electronics USA, Inc.

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty Model Numbers | Z42PX1D / Z50PX2D | PLASMA TV © Copyright 2005, LG Electronics USA, Inc.
  • Page 2: Warning/Caution

    - 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 for help. • Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important safety instructions shall be provided with each apparatus. This information shall be given in a separate booklet or sheet, or be located before any operating instructions in an instruction for installation for use and supplied with the appara- tus.
  • Page 4 WARNING - To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Appliance To Rain Or Moisture. 17. Wet Location Marking : Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. 4 Plasma TV...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Operation Turning the TV On ......22 On-screen Menus Language Selection ..22 Setup Menu Options EZ Scan (Channel Search) .
  • Page 6: Introduction

    This also occurs in other PDP manufacturers' products. The tiny dots appearing does not mean that this PDP is defec- tive. Thus a few cell defects are not sufficient cause for the PDP to be exchanged or returned. Our production technology mini- mizes these cell defects during the manufacture and operation of this product. 6 Plasma TV...
  • Page 7: Controls

    Controls Controls - This is a simplified representation of front panel. Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. 1. POWER Button 2. Remote Control Sensor Power Standby Indicator 4. TV/VIDEO Button Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls TV/VIDEO...
  • Page 8: Connection Options

    AC power. The Remote voltage is indicated on Control Port the Specifications Connect your page. Never attempt wired remote to operate the TV on control here. RGB/DVI AUDIO INPUT In RGB input or DVI input, this port sup- plies Analog audio.
  • Page 9: Remote Control Key Functions

    Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. TV INPUT • Rotates the input mode between Antenna and Cable. Selects the remote operating mode: TV, DVD, VCR, AUDIO, CABLE or STB.
  • Page 10 Introduction Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment on or off, depending on mode. THUMBSTICK (Up/Down/Left/Right/ENTER) Allows you to navigate the on-screen menus and adjust the system settings to your pref- Select a closed caption: Off, CC1~4, Text1~4.
  • Page 11: Installation

    Remote Control Installation Instructions Installation Instructions Joining the TV assembly to the wall to protect the set tumbling - Secure the TV assembly by joining it to a wall by using the TV/Wall brackets. 1.5V Batteries Power Cord 2-Wall brackets 2-eye-bolts •...
  • Page 12 Installation Installation Instructions Installation Instructions • The TV can be installed in various ways such as on a wall, or on a desktop etc. • The TV is designed to be mounted horizontally. GROUNDING Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire to prevent possible electric shock.
  • Page 13: External Equipment Connections

    External Equipment Connections Antenna or Cable Connection Antenna or Cable Connection 1. Analog and Digital TV signals provided on antenna - Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connections - For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed.
  • Page 14: Vcr Setup

    VCR Setup - To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV - Use the ISM Method (on the Option menu) feature to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long period of time.
  • Page 15: External A/V Source Setup

    AUDIO INPUT jacks on the TV, as shown in the figure. 2. If your DVD only has an S-Video output jack, connect this to the S-VIDEO input on the TV and connect the DVD audio outputs to the AUDIO INPUT jacks on the TV, as shown in the figure.
  • Page 16: Hdstb Setup

    HDSTB Setup - This TV can receive Digital Over-the-air/Cable signals without an external digital set-top box. However, if you do receive Digital signals from a digital set-top box or other digital external device, refer to the figure as shown below.
  • Page 17: Pc Setup

    - This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. - The TV perceives 640x480, 60Hz as DTV 480p based on the PC graphic card, change the screen scanning rate for the graphic card accordingly.
  • Page 18: Monitor Out Setup

    Send the TV’s audio to external audio equipment (stereo system) via the Digital Audio Output (Optical) port. How to connect 1. Connect one end of an optical cable to the TV Digital Audio (Optical) Output port. 2. Connect the other end of the optical cable to the digital audio (opti- cal) input on the audio equipment.
  • Page 19: Hdmi

    - This TV supports HDCP(High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) Protocol for 720x480p, 1280x720p, and 1920x1080i resolu- tion. - When you connect this TV with a source device(DVD player, Set Top Box or PC) supporting Auto HDMI/DVI function, the output resolution of the source device will be automatically set to 1280x720p.
  • Page 20 Installation Reference Reference Cable sample 20 Plasma TV HDMI Cable (not supplied with the product) HDMI to DVI Cable (not supplied with the product) Fiber Optic Digital Audio Cable (not supplied with the product) Analog Audio Cable(RCA type) (not supplied with the product)
  • Page 21: Hdmi

    - Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may not work if you use a HDMI to DVI Cable. - Avoid keeping a fixed image on the TV SET screen for a long period of time. The fixed image may become permanently imprint- ed on the screen.
  • Page 22: Operation Turning The Tv On

    2. Select the viewing source by using TV/VIDEO button on the remote control. This TV is programmed to remember which power state it was last set to, even if the power cord is out. 3. When finished using the TV, press the POWER button on the remote control. The TV reverts to standby mode.
  • Page 23: Setup Menu Options

    5. Press the ENTER button to add or delete for the channel number. 6. Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to return to the previous menu. Notes: •...
  • Page 24: Channel Edit

    ENTER button to add or delete it. Press FAV button to add the channel to the Favorite List. 5. Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to return to the previous menu.
  • Page 25: Channel Label Setup

    Input Source Input Source - Change the picture source so you can watch your TV, cable TV, VCR, DVD, or any other devices that are connected to your TV. 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use 3.
  • Page 26: Video Menu Options

    EZ Picture EZ Picture - EZ Picture adjusts the TV for the best picture appearance. Select the preset value in the EZ Picture menu based on the program category. - When adjusting Video menu options (contrast, brightness, color, sharpness, tint, and color temperature) manually, EZ Picture automatically changes to the factory and are not adjustable.
  • Page 27: Audio Menu Options

    EZ Sound EZ Sound - EZ Sound lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because the TV sets the appropriate sound options based on the program content. - When adjusting sound options (treble, bass, and front surround) manually, EZ Sound automatically switches to 1.
  • Page 28: Front Surround

    2. Press the button and then use 3. Press the button and then use 4. Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to return to the previous menu. 28 Plasma TV button to select the menu.
  • Page 29: Bbe

    - When having selected Stereo or SAP button on the remote control, this TV can only receive the signal when the TV station transmits the proper signals.
  • Page 30: Time Menu Options

    - The TV must be in standby mode for the On-Timer to work. - If you do not press any button within 2 hours after the TV turns on with the On Timer function, the TV will automatically revert to standby mode.
  • Page 31: Sleep Timer / Auto Off

    Sleep imer - The Sleep Timer turns the TV off at the preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. - You can also set up the 1. Press the TIMER button repeatedly to select the number of minutes. When the highlight one of the following sleep timer options by using the navigation : 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes.
  • Page 32: Option Menu Features

    0- Lets you choose the way an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed on your TV with a 16:9 ratio picture format. When you receive an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio on your 16:9 TV, you need to specify how the picture is to be dis- played.
  • Page 33: Caption

    - Caption/Text, if being provided by the broadcaster, would be available for both digital and analog channels on the Antenna/Cable. - This TV is programmed to memorize the caption/text mode which was last set to, when you turn the power off. 1. Use the CC button repeatedly to select Caption 2.
  • Page 34: Caption Option

    Downside → Right → Left → Downside → Upside. • Inversion will automatically invert the plasma display panel color every 30 minutes. 4. Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to return to the previous menu. 34 Plasma TV button to select the...
  • Page 35: Low Power

    D D / E E • When you select , the screen darkens. 4. Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to return to the previous menu. button to select the D D / E E...
  • Page 36: Lock Menu Options

    V-Chip rating and categories Rating guidelines are provided by broadcasting 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 37: Parental Lock Setup

    • Input Block: Enables you to select a source to block from the external source devices you have hooked up. 3. Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to return to the previous menu. Note: •...
  • Page 38: Epg (Electronic Program Guide)

    ENTER button to display the D D / E E / F F / G G selected program. 3. Press the GUIDE or EXIT button again to switch off EPG and return to TV viewing. 38 Plasma TV...
  • Page 39: Brief Info

    - Press the INFO button to show the Brief Info on the screen. - INFO button does not work in Component1, Component2, RGB, and HDMI/DVI modes. - Press the INFO button or EXIT button to exit. Operation: • Watching TV/DTV/CATV/CADTV • Watching Video, Front Video • In Component1, Component2, RGB, HDMI/DVI modes, INFO button is not working.
  • Page 40: Mute

    Mute : Sound is muted. Freeze - Freezes the currently-viewed picture. 1. Press the FREEZE button to freeze the screen section. 2. To return to normal viewing, press the FREEZE button again. 40 Plasma TV Mute Off : Sound is enabled.
  • Page 41: Screen Setup For Pc Mode

    Screen Setup for PC mode Operation Operation • When RGB connect to PC input and select the RGB-PC, this function is used. • When HDMI/DVI connect to PC input and select HDMI/DVI input, this function is used. • In RGB-DTV mode, SIZE and PHASE is not available. Adjustment for screen Position, Size, Phase, Reset Adjustment for screen Position, Size, Phase, Reset •After connecting RGB-PC or HDMI/DVI to PC input and checking the screen quality.
  • Page 42: External Control Device Setup

    DSR (DCE side ready) RTS (Ready to send) CTS (Clear to send) No Connection RS-232C Configurations RS-232C Configurations 7-Wire Configurations (Standard RS-232C cable) D-Sub 9 42 Plasma TV MONITOR OUTPUT (MONO) A/V INPUT VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO ANTENNA CABLE RS-232C INPUT...
  • Page 43 D D / E E 3. Press the button and then use desired monitor ID number. The adjustment range of 4. Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to return to the previous menu. Communication Parameters Communication Parameters •...
  • Page 44 Data 0 : Screen mute off (Picture on) 1 : Screen mute on (Picture off) Acknowledgement [d][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 44 Plasma TV 05. Volume Mute (Command2:e) G To control volume mute on/off. You can also adjust mute using the MUTE button on remote control.
  • Page 45 09. Color (Command2:i) G To adjust the screen color. You can also adjust color in the Video menu. Transmission [k][i][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min : 0 ~ Max : 64 • Refer to ‘Real data mapping’. See page 44. Acknowledgement [i][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 10.
  • Page 46 [ j ][r][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min: 1 ~ Max: FE Acknowledgement [r][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 46 Plasma TV 21. Orbiter Pixel Setting (Command2:s) G To adjust pixel number in orbiter function. Transmission [ j ][s][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr]...
  • Page 47 [m][c][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Key code: Refer to page 49. Acknowledgement [c][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] External Control Device Setup 25. Input select(Command: x b) (Main Picture Input) G To select input source for TV. Transmission [x][b][][Set ID][][Data][Cr] Data Structure INPUT DATA(Hex)
  • Page 48: Ir Codes

    IR Codes IR Codes How to Connect How to Connect G Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. Remote Control IR Codes Remote Control IR Codes G Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz G Configuration of frame •...
  • Page 49: Ir Codes

    R/C Button R/C Button R/C Button R/C Button R/C Button Discrete IR Code (TV Input Selection) Discrete IR Code (Video Input Selection) Discrete IR Code (Front Video Input Selection) Discrete IR Code (Component1 Input Selection) Discrete IR Code (Component2 Input Selection)
  • Page 50: Programming The Remote

    If the device turned off, the programming is successful. 4. Press the MENU button to store the code. After blinking twice, this code is stored. 5. Test the remote functions to see if the device responds properly. If not, repeat from step 2. 50 Plasma TV...
  • Page 51: Programming Codes

    VIDEO CONCEPTS 012 034 046 VIDEOSONIC WARDS 003 013 017 024 031 033 034 040 053 054 131 YAMAHA 012 034 039 043 ZENITH 034 048 056 058 072 080 101 Brand Codes SPRUCER 047 078 STARCOM 002 004 008 009...
  • Page 52 TOSHIBA 002 127 UNIDEN 016 025 042 043 044 045 048 049 078 079 080 086 101 135 136 VIEWSTAR WINEGARD 128 146 ZENITH 081 082 083 084 091 120 Brand Codes 147 218 TOSHIBA VICTOR 088 131 WARDS YAMAHA...
  • Page 53: Troubleshooting Checklist

    D D / E E • Sound muted? Press MUTE button. • Check to see if there is any object between the TV and the remote control causing obstruction. • Are batteries installed with correct polarity (+ to +, - to -)? (Refer to p.9)
  • Page 54: Maintenance

    Extended Absence If you expect to leave your TV dormant for a long time (such as a vacation), it’s a good idea to unplug the power cord to protect against possible damage from lightning or power surges. 54 Plasma TV...
  • Page 55: Product Specifications

    Program Coverage External Antenna Impedance Operating Temperature Range Operating Humidity Range • The specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice for quality improvement. Z42PX1D 47.6 / 1210 27.6 / 701 11.6 / 295 79 / 35.9 852 x 480 (Dot) AC100-240V ~ 50/60Hz NTSC-M, ATSC, 64 &...
  • Page 56 Notes Notes 56 Plasma TV...
  • Page 57 Notes Notes Operating Guide 57...
  • Page 58 Notes Notes 58 Plasma TV...
  • Page 59: Warranty

    Z42PX1D / Z50PX2D...
  • Page 60 P/N : 3828VA0528X...

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