Zenith Z42P3 Installation And Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 STAR is a set of power-saving guidelines issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Partner LGE U.S.A., Inc. has determined that this As an ENERGY STAR product meets the ENER- GY STAR guidelines energy efficiency. zenith © Copyright 2007, [G Electronics USA, inc.
  • Page 2: Warning

    COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this device compliance is: Zenith Electronics Corporation 1-201-816-2000 Marked and Distributed in the United States by LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. 1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632...
  • Page 3: Accessories

    Safety Instructions I n S|:r U C::| i O n S WARNING " To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
  • Page 4 Safety Instructions 12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the appa- Servicing is required when the apparatus has been ratus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from...
  • Page 5 Contents C o n | e n | s Warning Safety instructions Accessories Controls Connection Options 10~11 Remote Control Key Functions Attaching the TV to a wall Desktop Pedestal Installation 14-15 Basic Connection Antenna or Cable Connection 17-18 VCR Setup External AV Source Setup 19-20 DVD Setup...
  • Page 6 Contents Manual Clock Setup Auto Clock Setup On/Off Timer Setup Sleep Timer Auto Off Aspect Ratio Control Caption/Text Caption Option Low Power ISM (Image Sticking Minimization) Method 49-50 Parental Lock Setup 51 ~56 External Control Device Setup 57~58 IR Codes Programming the Remote Programming...
  • Page 7 Introduction !ntroduction Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If any accessory is missing, please contact the dealer from where you purchased the product. User must use shielded signal interface cables (D-sub 15 pin cable) with ferrite cores to maintain standard compliance for the product. / /17 / 75_! Round Cable Power Cord...
  • Page 8 Introduction - This is a simplified representation of front panel. - This picture shown below may be somewhat different from your TV. CHANNEL (A, T) Buttons VOLUME (_,1_) Buttons ENTER Button MENU Button INPUT Button Remote Control Sensor (biI (Power) Button Power/Standby Indicator .
  • Page 9 Introduction Options - This picture shown below may be somewhat different from your TV. S-VIDEO Input Provides better picture quality than the video input. AUDIO Input Connections are available for lis- tening to stereo sound from an external device. VIDEO Input Connects the video signal from a video device.
  • Page 10 Introduction Remote Control Key Functions TV INPUT In AV 1-2, Component 1-2, RGB-PC, HDMI1/DVI, and HDMI2 input sources, screen returns to the last TV channel. External input modes rotate in regular sequence: TV, AV1 - iNPUT 2, Component 1-2, RGB-PC, HDMI1/DVI, and HDMI2.
  • Page 11 Introduction TV, DVD, VCR Selects the remote operating mode: TV, VCR, DVD. Select other operating modes, for the remote to operate external devices. COMP1 Directly, select Component1 input. COMP2 Directly, select Component2 input. HDMI1 Directly, select HDMI1/DVI input. RGB-PC Directly, select RGB-PC input. EZ PIC Adjust the factory preset picture depend on the viewing environment.(red)
  • Page 12 Introduction At::taehing the TV to a wall We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it cannot fall over if pushed backwards. Additionally, we recommend that the TV be attached to a wall so it cannot be pulled in a forward direction, poten- tially causing injury or damaging the product.
  • Page 13 Installation nstallation Installat:ion For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on each side from the wall. This picture shown below may be somewhat different from your TV. Power Supply Short-circuit Breaker GROUNDING Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire to prevent possible electric shock. If grounding methods are not possible, have a qualified electrician install a separate circuit breaker.
  • Page 14 BaSiC Connection Pull the stand out as shown. Place the set with the screen facing down on a cushion or soft cloth as shown. After unfolding the stand, please insert and Before unfolding the stand, please make sure tighten the screws (provided as parts of the two locks (A) on the bottom of the stand push product) in the holes (B) on the bottom of the outward.
  • Page 15 Hold the CABLE MANAGEMENT with both Connect the cables as necessary. To connect an additional equipment, see the hands and push it as shown. External equipment Connections section. Reinstall the CABLE MANAGEMENT shown.
  • Page 16 Installation E:qu i p m e n t Co n n e C:ti0 n S NOTE: All cables shown are net included with the TV Artenna or Cable Service without a Cable Box Connection. For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments (Connect to wall antenna socket) Wall Antenna...
  • Page 17 Installation = To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. = Typically a frozen still picture from a VCR. If the 4:3 picture format is used; the fixed images on the sides of the screen may remain visible on the screen.
  • Page 18 Installation _i_iiii _________________________________________________________________________ Do not c0nnect to both Vide0 and S.Video at the Same time. In the event that you COnneCt-1 _11 i, b0th Video and the s:Vide0 Cab!es, on!y the S_Vide0 Wi!l W0rk I O Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and external equipment.
  • Page 19 Installation Select AVl input source with using the INPUT button on the remot e C0ntr0 -If connected to AV IN2, select AV 2 input Source: Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions. ®_ @ Connect the HDMI output of the DVD to the HDMI -TV can receive the video and audio signal IN I(DVl) or 2 jack on the set.
  • Page 20 Installation @ Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD to the COMPONENT IN VIDEO jacks on the set. Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the COMPONENT IN AUDIO jacks on the set. Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD. Select Component I input source with using the iNPUT button on the remote control.
  • Page 21 Installation 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.._--m ......@ Connect the HDMI output of the digital set-top ®...
  • Page 22 Installation ® ® ®@ DVI-DTV OUTPUT R_ AUDIO Digital Set-top Box Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the HDMI IN I(DVI) jack on the set Connect the audio outputs of the set-top box to the AUDIO IN(RGB/DVl) jack on the set.
  • Page 23: Digital Audio Output

    Installation The TV has a special signal output capability which allows you to hook up a second TV or monitor. Connect the second TV or monitor to the TV's AV OUT jacks. See the Operating Manual of the second TV or monitor for further details regarding that device's input settings.
  • Page 24 Installation This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. r- ............_RGB,D_ _OLIN DVl-PC OUTPUl @ Connect the DVI output of the PC to the HDIVll IN I(DVI) jack on the set. Connect the audio outputs of the PC to the AUDIO IN(RGB!DVl) jack on the set.
  • Page 25 Installation 1. Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may 5. Check the image on your TV. There may be noise not work if a HDMI to DVl Cable is in use. associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, 2. When Source Devices connected with HDMI/DVl contrast or brightness in PC, HDMI/DVl mode.
  • Page 26 Installation 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/DW input, this function is used. - After connecting RGB-PC or HDMI/DVl to PC input and checking the screen quality. * Adjustment for screen Resolution, Position, Size, and Phase Press the ADJUST button and then use ,L / _' button to selecl...
  • Page 27 Operation Operation Basic operation 1. First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. In standby mode to turn TV on, press the (b/I, INPUT, OH A. / T button on the TV or press the POWER, TV INPUT, INPUT, OH + / =, Number (0 - 9) button on the remote control.
  • Page 28 Operation On Screen Menus Se!ec ;:ion and Adjustment • t" 1. Press the MENU button and then J, / T button to select each menu. 2. Press the _ button and then use J, / T / _1 / _ button to display the available menus.
  • Page 29: Manual Scan

    Operation Men u 0 pti ons b> Automatically finds all channels Press the MENU button and then use J,/T button to select the S_-'I'fJPmenu. available through antenna cable inputs, and stores them in Press the _ button and then use J, / T button to select _-Z Scan. memory on the channel list.
  • Page 30 Operation b> * Custom List There are two different ways in Press the MENU button and then use J,/T button to select the SETUP menu. order to add or delete scanned channels. One is "Custom List" Press the _ button and then use J, / T button to select Channel Edit.
  • Page 31: Input Source

    Operation Setup Menu Options continued b> Shows how strong your DTV sig- Press the MENU button and then use A/T button to select the SETUP menu. nal is and whether you need to adjust your antenna or digital Press the _ button and then use A / T button to select DTV Signal cable input.
  • Page 32 Operation - Sets a label to each input source Press the MENU button and then use J,/T button to select the SETUP menu. or lets you skip the input source which is not in use when you Press the _ button and then use J, / T button to select Input T-abel. press INPUT button.
  • Page 33 Operation Video Menu Options - EZ Picture adjusts the TV for the best Press the EZ PIC button repeatedly to select the picture appear- picture appearance. Select the preset ance setup option as shown below: value in the EZ Picture menu based Daylight, Normal, Night Time, User 1and User 2(your own set- on the program category.
  • Page 34 Operation Manual Color Temperature Control b> - You can also adjust the detailed set Press the MENU button and then use J, /T button to select the tings(Red, Green, Blue) by selecting menu. VIDEO the user menu. Press the _" button and then use J, / T button to select Color Ternper_ure.
  • Page 35 Operation DB is Zenith unique picture improving Press the MENU button and then use A / T button to select the VIDEO technology to display a real HD menu. source through an advanced dig-ital Press the _ button and then use J, / T button to select DB.
  • Page 36 Operation b> • Cinema 3:2 Mode Press the MEN U button and then use J,/T button to select the VXD_-O - Set up the TV for the best picture appear- menu. ance for viewing movies. When you operate Cinema (3:2 Pull- Press the _ button and then use J,...
  • Page 37: Video Reset

    Operation b> Press the MENU button and then use J,/T button to select the VIDEO menu. Use to quickly reset all the Video menu options to their original fac- Press the _ button and then use J, / T button to select Video Reset. tory preset values.
  • Page 38: Audio Language

    Operation A udi o Men u "t Press the MENU button and then use A /T button to select the - Other languages may be available AUDIO menu. if a digital signal is provided by the broadcasting station. Press the I_ button and then use J,/T button to select Audio Language. Press the _ button and then use J, T button to select: English,...
  • Page 39 Operation EZ Sound lets you enjoy the best Press the EZ SOUND button repeatedly to select the appropriate sound without any special adjust- sound setup as shown below : ment because the TV sets the Normal, Stadium, News, Music, Theater and User (your own appropriate sound options based settings).
  • Page 40 Operation Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to return to the previous menu. SRS TruSurround Takes advantage of any multi-channel format without needing to add extra speakers or equipment. Dialog clarity, bass enrichment, and the addition of stereo audio enhancement produces an immersive sound experience from standard stereo material.
  • Page 41 Operation Adjust the sound in your preference and surrounded environment. b> 1 Press the MENU button and then use J, /T button to select the A_IO menu. 2 Press the _- button and then use J, / T button to select Bal_ce.
  • Page 42 Operation Time Menu Options b> If current time setting is wrong, Press the MENU button and then use J,/T button to select the TIME menu. reset the clock manually. Press the _ button and then use J, /T button to select Manual Clock.
  • Page 43: Sleep Timer

    Operation b> Timer function operates only if Press the MENU button and then use J, / _' button to select the TnVXEmenu. current time has been set. Press the _ button and then use J, /T button to select Off Timer or Off-Timer function overrides On- On Timer.
  • Page 44: Auto Off

    Operation Ti m e M e n u 0 p t io ns c o n t in u ed b> Press the MENU button and then use J, /T button to select the TIME menu. - If the TV is on and there is no input signal, TV turns off...
  • Page 45 Operation 0 pt i 0 n M e n u Horizon Set by program Selects the proper picture proportion to match the source's The screen size is, more enlarged at both sides, to create image. a spectacular view. (4:3-'_ 4:3) (16:9 "_ 16:9) Zoom 1...
  • Page 46: Caption/Text

    Operation O D|:i 0 n Me n U Fe at u res co ntin U e d * Analog Broadcasting System Captions b> - Select a caption mode for dis- Use the CO button repeatedly to select Caption Off, CCI, CC2, CC3, playing captioning information...
  • Page 47: Low Power

    Operation b> Press the MENU button and then use J, /T button to select the Customize the DTV/CADTV cap- menu. OPTION tions that appear on your screen. Press the _ button and then use J,/T button to select Caption Option. Press the _ button and then use _ / _ button to select Custom.
  • Page 48 Operation Option Menu Features continued frozen still picture from Press the MENU button and then use J, /T button to select the PC/video game displayed on the menu. OPTION screen for prolonged periods wifl result in a ghost image ; even Press the _ button and then use J, / T button to select ISM Method.
  • Page 49 Operation Lock Menu Options Parental Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources. The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcast- ing station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be blocked by the type of program and by the categories chosen to be blocked.
  • Page 50 Operation b> - Set up blocking schemes Press the MENU button and then use A/T button to select the LOCK block specific channels, ratings, menu. Then, press the _ button and external viewing sources. . If Lock is already set, enter the password as requested. •...
  • Page 51 Reference Control Device Setup - Connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an AN control system) and control the Monitor's functions externally. - Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the TV back panel. - RS-232C connection cables are not supplied with the TV.
  • Page 52 Reference Use this function to specify a TV ID number. Refer to 'Real Data Mapping'. See page 53. 1. Press the MENU button and then use _, /_" button to select the SETUP menu. 2. Press the _ button and then use A / T button to select Set ID. 3.
  • Page 53 Reference 01. Power (Command2:a) 05. Volume Mute (Command2:e) To control volume mute on/off. I_ To control Power On/Off of the TV. You can also adjust mute using the MUTE button on Transmission remote control. Transmission i[k][a][ ][Set IU][ ][Uata][Cr] I[k][e][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0 •...
  • Page 54 Reference 09. Color (Command2:i) 13. Remote Control Lock Mode (Command2:m) I_ To adjust the screen color. To lock the remote control and the front panel controls on You can also adjust color in the Video menu. the set. Transmission Transmission I[k][i][ ][Set IU][ ][Uata][Cr] I[k][m][ ][Set IU][ ][Uata][Cr]...
  • Page 55 Reference 18. ISM Method (Command2:p) 20. Tune Command (Command: m a) To avoid having a fixed image remain on screen. To tune channel to following physical/major/minor number Transmission Transmission j ][p][ ][Set [D][ ][Data][Cr] i [m][a][][Set[D][ ][DataO][][Data1][][Data2][][Data3][][Data4][][Data5][Cr]i Data 1: Inversion Data O: Physical Channel Number(Transmit by Hexadecimal code) 2: Orbiter...
  • Page 56 Reference 21. Channel Add/Del (Command: m b) To add and delete the channels Transmission i[m][b][ ][Set IU][ ][Uata][Cr] Data 0: Channel Delete 1: Channel Add Acknowledgement _[b][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] ID][ ][NG][Data][x] l[b][ ][Set 22. Key (Command: m c) To send IR remote key code Transmission [[m][c][ ][Set IU][ ][Uata][Cr]...
  • Page 57 Reference Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz Carrier frequency __I--]__J--!__ F OAR= 1_0= los C J,2 I_'_ Duty ratio = T1/Tc = 1/3 Configuration of frame "...
  • Page 58 Reference INPUT R/C Button TV INPUT R/C Button POWER R/C Button (Power On/Off) POWER ON Discrete IR Code (Only Power On) POWER OFF Discrete IR Code (Only Power Off) RATIO R/C Button TIMER R/C Button 10 - 19 R/C Button Number Key O- 9 - (Dash) R/C Button...
  • Page 59 Reference the Remote The remote control is a multi-brand or universal remote control. It can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices of other manufacturers. Note that the remote control may not control all models of other brands. Test your remote control. To find out whether your remote control can operate the component without programming, turn on the component such as a VCR and press...
  • Page 60 VECTORRESEARCH MARTA RUNCO VICTOR MATSUI SALORA VlDEOCONCEPTS 3AYTRON SAMSUNG VIDEOSONIC MEMOREX WARDS IDYNATECH --LECTROHOME ,,MERSON SANSUI YAMAHA MINOLTA SANYO ZENITH MITSUBISHI SCOTT --ISHER IFUNAI SEARS MULTITECH IGO VIDEO 4ARMAN KARDON NORDMENDE SHARP -IITACHI OPTONICA SHINTOM PANASONIC SONY IINSTANTREPLAY PENTAX JCPENNY...
  • Page 61 Reference The operation does not work normally. • Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote The remote control control causing obstruction. doesn't work • Are batteries installed with correct polarity (+ to +, - to -)? Correct remote operating mode set: TV, VCR etc.? Install new batteries.
  • Page 62 Reference (The audio function does not work, • Press the VOL or VOLUME button Picture OK & • Sound muted? Press MUTE button No sound • Try another channel The problem may be with the broadcast • Are the audio cables installed properly? No output from one •...
  • Page 63 Reference Mai ntenance 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 unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. 1.
  • Page 64 Reference rod uct Specifi cat ions The specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice for quality improvement. ;%_i_!;_il iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii ii i ii!_!i!i!i!i!:i!iiil;i!iiiiii!!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!i!ii!i Dimensions with stand 44.4 x 29.5x 15.0 inches (Widthx Heightx Depth) 1129.0 x 748.5 x 333.6 mm Z42P3 without stand 44.4 x 27.4 x 4.1 inches...
  • Page 65: Maintenance

    United States. SERVICE HANDLED: WARRANTY PERIOD: LABOR: ONE YEAR from the Date of Purchase. Home Service, Please Call the Zenith Interactive Center 1-877-gZENITH (1-877-993-6484) PARTS: ONE YEAR from the Date of Purchase. schedule a service appointment. Effective...
  • Page 66 Other service requirements will be at the owner's expense, tf you have problems in obtaining satisfac- tory warranty service, write or call the Zenith Customer Interactive Center. Service may be provided by inde- pendently owned and operated service organizations.

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