Zenith SR2786 Operating Manual & Warranty

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1000 MILWAUKEE

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60025

Part No. 206-2918.O1

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Page 1 Direct View Color TV MTS Stereo Audio Picture-In-Picture Surround Sound Returnthe Product RegistrationCard, and your TV couldbe FREE! OPERATING'GUIDE & WARRANTY for models... SR2745,SR2786,SR2789, SR3247,SR3289,SR3547 SR3589 ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION WATCH 1000 MILWAUKEE AVENUE GLENVlEW, ILLINOIS 60025 Part No. 206-2918.O1 Pdnted in U.S.A. EP-EDCBA...
Page 3 Bass, Treble, Balance, Audio, SEQ, Replacement Product Registration Card Surround and Null ........Accessories for Your TV VIDEO MENU Your Zenith Warranty Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness, Color Temp, Video Filter, Auto Flesh, and Picture Pref ..PIP MENU Ch. Guide, Ch. Review, PIP Color, PIP Tint, and PIP Size ."........
Page 4 We urge you to read these publications carefully so that you look into your specific question or problem and to be of assis- will receive full enjoyment from your new Zenith TV for tance in resolving it promptly. many years to come.
Page 5 INTRODUCTION METHODS OF OPERATION Your TV is a very sophisticated appliance. Optional features, video picture adjustments and audio sound adjustments are performed through on-screen menus and displays. Self explanatory ICONS are used throughout. Most features can be selected and adjusted from the comfort of your favorite chair by using either of the infrared remote controls.
Page 6 STANDARD CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR TV CONNECTION CENTER STARSIGHT CONTROL PORT Jackforconnectionof StarSightRemote Emittercable. ANTENNA/CABLE 1 or 2 75-ohm antennaor cable-TVcon- nection to your TV. Attach yore antenna, cable-TV line or VCRto VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT thesejacks. Standard pbonojack connectors for outputto an optionalstereo amplifier or to externalspeakers.
Page 7 STANDARD CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR TV BASIC CONNECTION TO TV WITHOUT Ifa VCRwill notbeconnected to yourTV,you have three basic connection options,as shown. Cable TV Cable TV Antenna Wall Jack Wall Jack Flat Wire (300 ohm) Adaptor g2.J Cable Box //""" Round Wire (75 ohm) : STARSIGHT;...
Page 8 STANDARD CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR TV BASIC CONNECTION TO TV WITH If you are connectinga VCR to your "IV,you havethreebasicconnectionoptions,as shown. Cable TV Cable TV Antenna Wall Jack Wall Jack x\\l /,// \ \xl FlatWire]11 (300 ohm) Round Wire (75 ohm) STARSIGIff ,,@ @ VARIABLE...
Page 9 STANDARD CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR TV ADDITIONAL CONNECTIONS FOR STEREO If you have a stereo VCR, or other stereo audio/video (A/V) component, you must make these additional connecf!om shown below in or- der to hear stereo sound from the component. 1 st VCR (Optional) 2ncl VCR ANTENNA...
Page 10 STANDARD CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR TV AUDIO/VIDEO (A/V) CONNECTIONS FOR OPTIONAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT Connections to VIDEO 3 IN Super-VHS or S-VIDEO 2 IN jacks. Y_V1DEO Stereo Cameorder (Some "IV models only.) OPTIONAL AUDIO AMPLIFIER/SURROUND SOUND CONNECTIONS TO TV If you wish to listen to the'IV audio through an external amplifier or stereo system, or listen to surround sound audio, make the connec- tions the TV shown in the illustration...
Page 11 STANDARD CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR TV CONNECTIONS FOR USING The illustrations that follow show the most common connections for using Picture-In-Picture (PIP). For further information on the actual use of PIP, refer to the "PIP OPERATION" section of this operating guide. Main Picture Source Connected to the Antenna/Cable 1 jack.
Page 12 THE FIRST TIME YOU OPERATE YOUR TV TYPICAL CONTROL PANEL The control panel on your TV may differ from the one shown but its operation is the same. OFF-ON ENTER (ENT) SELECT (SEL) VOLUME (VOL) Up/Down Press to turn "IV Press to see the Channel/Time dis- Press during on-screen menu Press to increase or decrease the...
Page 13 THE FIRST TIME YOU OPERATE YOUR TV STEP SELECT YOUR MAIN SOURCE & PIP SOURCE A TV source refers to the equipment connected to the "IV that supplies the picture and sound to your TV. You select the viewing source by using the Source Menu. _Maln,,Soiii'm_ _'_ _ PIP Source PIP Source...
Page 14 PIP OPERATION INTRODUCTION Your TV must be connected to two separate sources in order to view a different picture in the PIP inset from that which Is showing in the main picture area of the TV. One source (such as an antenna) must be connected to the ANTI CABLE I or 2 jack.
Page 15 PIP OPERATION PIP Functions using Universal Remote • iPIPFunctions_gZ-TrakRemote_i,_;:, • PIP On/Off: Press the PIP key to display the PIP inset. Press it PIP On/Off: Move pointer to left of TV screen and press on PIP On again to remove the PIP inset. to display the PIP inset.
Page 16 OPERATION OPERATION WITH CABLE DECODER With your equipment setup in this manner, your television has the following PIP capabilities: • Simultaneously view a video tape playing in the VCR and Viewing a Video Tape a basic cable channel selected by the TV's tuner. _anda Cable Channel ..
Page 17 UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL INTRODUCTION This universal remote control operates the common features of most, but not all, models and brands of IR (infrared) controlled TVs, VCRs, cable converters, video disc players, and audio equipment. The remote may provide functions thatare not available on your equipment, e.g., menu operations.
Page 18 UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL TV OPERATIONS These descriptions apply to functions and operations of your TV. First, press the TV button on the remote control to select the TV mode of operation. POWER FLASHBK (Flashback) Point Remote at TV. Turns "IV ON or OFF. Press to return to the previous TV channel selected for viewing.
Page 19 UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL OPERATIONAL MODES FOR FACTORY PRESET CODES VCR Mode Cable Mode Code 201 Code 353 POWER TV Power On/Off Star Power On/Off VCR Power On/Off Cable Power On/Off AUX TV/Disc Selects Cable Mode Selects CableMode Selects Cable Mode Selects Cable Mcxle CABLE Selects Cable Mode...
Page 20 REMOTE CONTROL PROGRAMMING YOUR REMOTE If you are using Zenith products, the remote is programmed for Key in the three-digit code for your equipment, then press ENTER/TUNE. The indicator light should the most commonly used codes. For other brands -- or if your...
Page 21 UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL AUTO FIND OPTION If you have tried all the codes listed for your brand and type of 5. Press and hold POWER, then release it, repeating product in the code table, and none of those codes operate your this action about once a second until the product turns OFF.
Page 22 UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL OPERA TIN(3 CODES BY BRAND NAME Q_uar 106.107 ]_/quwox 207.214.231 311.332, Teat: 104.116,126.157. Marna_ 207.218 Paaameic 313.320 Teuhni_ 432. 459 161.162.167.168 Idam Tmhiba 116. 121. 130. 133 105. 123.124 P_Ups Yamaha Memofex 206.212.214.231 347, 350. 352. ._1_ TV/VCR 3.$4.
Page 23 QUICK REFERENCE TO MENUS: UNIVERSAL REMOTE AVAILABLE MENUS Your TV is icon and menu operated. In other words, an icon is selected at the top of the TV screen and a menu of adjustment options appears. SETUP RUDID UIDED Highlighted Icon The menu for the PIP Source f Main Source...
Page 24 SOURCE MENU Main Source PIP Source A PIP inset appears while the StarSight Source icon is selected to show the Ant/Cable 2 effect of choosing a PIP source. Video 1 Video 1 Video 2 Video 2 If the PIP Source is changed, the S-Video 1 PIP inset will remain on the screen fVideo 3...
Page 25 SETUP MENU •,uoume_lD _ _" Ch. Add/Del Ch. Labels Timer Setup Source ID Parental Ctl Clock Set Caption/Text Clock Set Timer Setup Background Parental Ctl Caption/Text Background StarSight Press ,<1_To Program ] Press 4P,To Label Sources I While Video or Super-Video Source is Chosen MENU OPERATION Press the Left/Right keys to...
Page 26 SETUP MENU USING CH. (CHANNEL) ADD/DEL Available Channels Selector Highlight tmete uom Scan Add Channels to Scan .. Live view of 11"7"T-13 4 s 81 selected channel. • Press the Up/Down keys to • Press the Up/Down keys to select Ch. Add/Delete. select Ch.
Page 27 SETUP MENU TIMER SETUP: Sleep Timer The Sleep Timer programs theTV to automatically turnitself off aftera periodfrom 15 minutes upto 4 hours. Direct Access From Setup Menu I Timer Menu • Make surethe TV's clock is • With no menus showing on set.
Page 28 •SETUP MENU USING PARENTAL CONTROL (PC) Live view of Period of time PC selected channel. Parental Control Menu will be active. Channel Blocks entire source._ _ ..Blocks individual -" Block Source channels for Ant/ Unblocked_-- Status Block Channels (;able 1 or 2 sources. _ (Does not appear if the entire Ant/Cable Source...
Page 29 AUDIO MENU Treble Balance Audio AUDIO Surround Null b an option for some i Nu, > TV models only. MENU OPERATION Press the Left/Right keys to adjust the selected option. AUDIO MENU is shown. Press MENU repeatedly until the Press QUIT or wait a few sec- Press the Up/Down keys until the onds for the TV to return to desired option is selected.
Page 30 VIDEO MENU Brightness Color Tint Sharpness ColorTemp Video Filter AutoFlesh PicturePref < MENU OPERATION Press the Left/Right keys to adjust the selected option. VIDEO MENU is shown. Press MENU repeatedly until the Press QUIT or wait a few sec- onds for the TV to return to desired option is selected.
Page 31 PIP MENU Ch. Review SelecUng the PIP Menu does not PIP Color "activate" PIP. However, a PIP PIP Tint inset will appear during menu op- PIP Size eration to show the effect of any setting changes. Press <1, To View MENU OPERATION Press the LefffRight keys to...
Page 32 REMOTE CONTROL Z-TRAK INTRODUCTION This multi-brand remote control operates the common features of most, but not all, models and brands of IR (infrared) controlled VCRs. Some functions of your particular equipment may not be controlled by this remote. In such c_ses, use the original remote control for your equipment.
Page 33 REMOTE CONTROL Z-TRAK BASIC OPERATIONS Point Remote at TV or VCR POWER Set remote toTV mode. Set remote to VCR mode TRACKBALL perating TV or VCR: Moves on-screen pointer to desired TV menu selection. Press on the VOL Up/_ trackball to "choose" the selection. When operatingTV: Increase volume When operting VCR: Fast forward Up/_...
Page 34 7. Now try other controls on your VCR, such as Play, Rewind, etc., to make sure that the correct Zenith VCR's. If you have a non-Zenith VCR, or if your Zenith brand code number was selected. (If not, repeat VCR does not respond to your Z-Trak remote, you will need to steps 3 to 7.)
Page 35 207, 214. 231 Vector geseazch 204, 218 Marantz 207, 218 Yamaha 202,218 Mare Zenith 201,224,225.229.23"I 206. 212, 214, 231 XR1000 Mitsubishi 204. 222,252,264 CLEANING THE TRACKBALL To keep the Z-Trak remote functioning properly, it is necessary to occasionally clean the TRACKBALL device. To do this: 1.
Page 36 QUICK REFERENCE TO MENUS: Z-TRAK AVAILABLE MENUS Your TV is icon and menu operated. In other words, an icon is selected at the top of the TV screen and a menu of adjust- ment options appears. Ch 11 3:15 SETUP Stereo All Ch.
Page 37 QUICK REFERENCE TO MENUS: Z-TRAK CHANNEL ICONS Ch 11 The Channel/Time display accompanies the Channel 3:15 Icons Menu. Stereo All Ch Flash Chan T and ,1, Channel up or down; equivalent to CHAN Up or Down on the remote. Point to the arrow and press. All Ch Gives you a complete listing of all channels on the screen.
Page 38 TV OPTIONS MENU The TV icon will only appear for Ant/Cable 1 Timer Source selection. Captions Z Trak PIP ON Freeze Move PIP* Swap* *Not always displayed. See table below MENU OPERA TION Move the pointer to the left of Press the trackball to select the option.
Page 39 SOURCE MENU Main Source [ PiP Source A PIP inset appears while the StarSight .... Source icon is selected to show Ant/Cable 2 StarSight : the effect of choosing a PIP source. Video 2 Video 2 Video 1 Video 1 If the PIP Source is changed, ,_-Vid_,n...
Page 40 •SETUP MENU ClockSet Ch. Add/Del Timer Setup Ch. Labels Parental Ctl Source ID Caption/Text Clock Set Timer Setup Background Parental Ctl Caption/Text Background StarSight I Press To Label Sources Press To Program While Video or Super-Video Source is Chosen MENU OPERATION Press on the option again to Move the pointer to the top left...
Page 41 SETUP MENU USING CHANNEL ADD/DEL Available Channels Selector Highlight Live view of "-- selected channel. • Select Ch. Add/Del. • Select Ch. Add/Delete. • Point to the desired channel. * Point to the desired channel. ----" Channel • Press trackball until channel •...
Page 42 SETUP MENU TIMER SETUP: Sleep Timer The Sleep Timer programs the TV to automatically turn itself off after a period from 15 minutes up to 4 hours. Direct Access ..From Setup Menu [ Timer Menu • Make sure the TV's clock is •...
Page 43 SETUP MENU USING PARENTAL CONTROL (PC) Live view of [ Enter Parental Access Code: selected channel. Channel <0><1><2><3><4><5><6><7><8><9> Point and press I Parental Control Menu ] on thesedigitsto enter code. Status Bi_HoUrs ..Pefioa ot time Block Source ..1 Block Channels wdl heacuve.
Page 44 AUDIO MENU ,,4 := "1 Balance I,"/ Audio I SEQ Treble FlU nlrl JI Surround [ Null MENU OPERATION Move the pointer to the top left of Press on the option or on the the screen and point to the slider bar to adjust the option.
Page 45 VIDEO MENU Brightness Color Tint Sharpness UIDED ColorTemp Video Filter AutoFlesh PicturePref • MENU OPERATION Move the pointer to the top left of the Press on the option or on the slider bar to adjust the option. Press the trackball. screen and point to the VIDEO icon.
Page 46 PIP MENU Ch. Review Selecting the PIP Menu does not PIP Color "activate" PIP. However, a PIP PIP Tint inset will appear during menu PIP Size operation to show the effect of any setting changes. Press To View MENU OPERA TION Move the pointer to the top left Press on the option or on the slider bar to adjust the option.
Page 47 MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING CARING FOR YOUR Your TV will look better, have a longer life and perform better Picture Glass Cleaning if you care for it properly. The picture tube face attracts dust particles and should be First check to see that the TV is off. For added cleaned regularly.
Page 48 Are batteries okay?,Is TV turned ON? Is remote in TV mode? NOTES: Always request that your technician use only genuine Zenith exact replacement parts for continued Quality and Safety per- If your TV fails to respond to the PICTURE PREF. selec- formance.
Page 49 REGISTRATION CARD Product Card lost or misplaced? You could win a full refund on your new Zenith product. The Product Registration Card furnished with your video prod- Look for the Product Registration Card on your new video uct is pre-printed with its Model and Serial numbers. Please product.
Page 50 BROKEN O RLOST REMOTE C ONTROL? Foran ExactReplacement R emoteControl for your newZenith Television, seeyour local Zenith Dealeror order direct by calling 1-800-255-6790. Toassurethecorrect remotefor your newZenith, please haveyour television's m odel number ONLY $39.95 ready! OTHER FINE ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VCR.
Page 51 WARRANTY Consumer Protection Plan for Zenith TV Owner's Responsibility Welcome into the Zenith family! We believe that you will be Effective Warranty Date _ Warranty begins on the date of pleased with your new Zenith Color "IV. Please read this original consumer installation.
Page 53 SIGHT _STAR StarSight Telecast, Inc. 39650 Liberty Street s I G H T_ Fremont, CA 94538 Part No. 206-2918-01 Printed in U.S.A. EP-EDCBA WATCH...
Page 54 TO BE LICENSED TO USE THE STARSIGHT ® SYSTEM AND STARSIGHT FEATURES OF THIS EQUIPMENT, YOU MUST BE REGISTERED WITH STARSIGHT OR AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE. LICENSED UNDER U.S. PATENT NUMBERS 4,706,121 AND 5,151,789. USE RIGHTS RESERVED. STARSIGHT IS NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE INFORMATION...
Page 55: Table Of Contents
Selecting and de-selecting channels ....... B-13 INTRODUCTION ........Changing the channel order......B-14 Welcome ..........USING STARSIGHT WITH THE Z-TRAK REMOTE ..(L_ble Box and VCR Requirements ......Quick Reference Guide ........C- 1 INSTALLING STARSIGHT ......Getting started with the Z-Trak remote ...... STEP 1.
Page 56: Welcome
Welcome Cable Requirements. Be sure to read these requirements carefully. They contain Welcome to StarSight, an innovative way to locate important information you need to ensure thatStarSight programs and manage the many channels that you receive. With StarSight, you can: performs properly.
Page 57: Step 1. Fill Out The Starsight Checklist
StarSight must be installed properly for you to enjoy all of its benefits. To ensure proper installation, follow the procedure in IJaissection in the order they are presented. STEP Fill out the StarSight Checklist. STARSIGHT CHECKLIST ..IIIIII "" IIIII II ..
Page 58: Step 2. Hook-Up Equipment
STEP Hook-Up Equipment. There are four possible choices for hooking up your equipment. Only one of these choices will apply to your particular equipment setup. Turn to the appropriate Setup and follow the instructions, then proceed to "STEP 3. Activate StarSight." :If you have...
Page 59 Setup 2: TV and Cable Turn on your Cable Box. NOTE: DO NOT UNPLUG YOUR CABLE BOX AT Plug your TV into a power outlet not controlled by a ANYTIME. light switch. NOTE: DO NOT PLUG YOUR "IV INTO THE Turn off, but do not unplug, your Cable Box.
Page 60 Locate the section on the back of your TV labeled Setup 3: TV and VCR "Video 1 In." Attach the three Audio/Video cables to Attach the cable coming out of the wall O to the the "Video," "Audio R" and "Audio L" jacks "VHF In"...
Page 61 Plug your VCR into a power outlet and leave it off. Setup 4: TV and VCR and Cable Turn on your Cable Box. NOTE: DO NOT UNPLUG YOUR CABLE BOX AT ANY TIME. 10. Plug your TV into a power outlet not controlled by a light switch.
Page 62: Pbs Stations
PBS Stations City Station Channel city Station Channel City Station Channel Louisiana Alabama Georgia WABW Alexandria KLPA Anniston WCIQ Albany WGTV Atlanta Baton Rouge WLPB Birmingham WBIQ WCES El Dorado KLTM Dothan WGIQ Augusta Chatsworth WCLP Lafayette KLPB Decatur WHIQ WJSP Lake Charles KLTL...
Page 63 PBS Stations City Station Channel Channel City Station City Station Channel Missouri Minot KBME Jackson KSRE Knoxville Hannibal WQEC WKOP Williston KWSE Joplin KOZ! Memphis WKNO Kansas City KCPT Nashville WDCN Ohio Springfield KOZK Texas Akron WVIZ St. Louis KETC WEAU Amarillo KACV...
Page 64: Vcr Codes
Vid Tech Jecrold 04,07,08,09, Regency 54, 55, 72 Viewstar I0, 18, 60 Samsung Zenith Kale Vision Scientific Atlanta 16, 23, 36, 64 Zenith HT-2000 Macom Signal Magnavox Sprucer VCR Codes Code VCR Brand Code VCR Brand Code VCR Brand Samsung...
Page 65: Basic Operation
Basic Operation This section of the guide discusses the use of StarSight with the Universal Remote. The following illustration shows the Universal Remote and its controls. Press VCR button, then POWER button to turn VCR on and off CHANNEL UP Go to the next channel Return to the previously...
Page 66: Finding Out More About What You're Watching: The Star Button
Finding out more about what you're watching: the STAR button Press the STAR button. You'll see the program title and time remaining "Pop up" for five seconds. Press STAR again. The Pop-up changes to provide more detailed information. (It goes away in 30 seconds.) Or...
Page 67: What's On When You Change Channels: Grazing
What's when change channels: Grazing Press CHANNEL/Day Up or Down to change channels.The Pop-up for the new program automatically displays and then disappears in five seconds. Press STAR while the Pop-up is displayed to get even more information on the program. TraveLs 8:00P hour...
Page 68: What's On Without Changing Channels: Browsing
What's without changing channels: Browsing Press 1"or ,1,to see what's on other channels. Notice that you will continue to see your presently tuned program, but will get a Pop-up for a program on a different channel. Press T or ,1,as many times as you'd like (or hold to repea0 to see Pop-ups for different programs.
Page 69: Finding Out What's On All Channels: Grid Guide
Finding what's on all channels: STARSIGHT Grid Guide Using the StarSight Grid Guide to see: U.S. Senate...Cover_ge • what's on right now King Live! .."/_ _oarry • what's on for the next seven days Scott Rotly • what the programs are about l Home Alone Bingo ..
Page 70 STARSIGHT Viewing what's on a single channel: Channel Guide Senate Do you have a favorite channel? Showtime? Nickelodeon? met: Ontere ISHOWI r_€O_,,,,,a,nd,RgLty Whatever it is, StarSight can show you a channel's Bingo schedule for an entire week. Day's Work AtLllin Major League BasebaLl...
Page 71: Choosing Programs By Category: Theme Guide
Choosing programs by category: ;TARSIGHT THEME Theme Guide What's your favorite kind of program? Sports? Movies? Comedies? StarSight gives you a selection of categories to help you pick your favorite shows for the coming week. Press THEME to see the StarSight Themes menu. Press 1"or ,1,to highlight a Theme.
Page 72: Recording What You're Watching: Current Recording
Recording what you're watching: Current Recording IMPORTANT: Your VCR must be turned off when you're not using it. Also, be sure you have inserted a blank videotape in the VCR. Press RECORD to see a Recording Pop-up. Notice that the yellow highlight bar is on "ONCE." If you're recording an event that might run over (for example,...
Page 73 Scheduling a recording from StarSight STARSIGHT guides: Future Recording IMPORTANT: Your VCR must be turned off when you're not using it. Also, be sure you have inserted a blank videotape in the VCR. Math Scott Holly Press MENU/GUIDE to see the Grid Guide. Bingo .........
Page 74: Reviewing Your Schedule Of Individual Recordings
Reviewing your schedule of individual recordings: Recordings List StarSight keeps track of up to 25 scheduled recordings, including the four most recently completed. 11:00P Gaslight 2:00 Showbiz I:00A Press TO DO to review your scheduled recordings. 4:00A Casablanca 2:00 6:30A Getting 6:30A Getting...
Page 75: Reviewing Daily Or Weekly Series Recordings
Reviewing daily or weekly series RECORD INGS recordings: Series Recordings List ;tarSight keeps track of up to five daily or weekly series 11:00P Gaslight recordings. I:00A Showbiz Press TO DO to review your scheduled recordings. Casablanca 2:00 4:00A 6:30A Getting 6:30A Getting 8:00P...
Page 76: How To Watch One Channel While Recording Another
watch channel while recording another: Watch Record sou_e_ e ; .. _,_- _ _'_., ,, v-_ If you have a Cable Box: After recording begins, press TV/VCR SOURCE. You will see the TV SOURCE menu highlighted. Ant/Cable Ant/Cable now watc any un c,am ,o channel.
Page 77: Selecting And De-Selecting Channels
Selecting deselecting channels StarSight allows you to remove channels that you rarely or never watch. When a channel is removed, it will no longer appear in StarSight Guides, nor will it appear when you flip channels. To increase the amount of information through for individual programs that you watch, you should Change...
Page 78: Changing The Channel Order
Changing channel order You can list your channels on the Grid Guide in any order you want. Your channels will also be in this order as you switch from channel to channel. SeLect Guide Channels Press TO DO until you see the StarSight Setup menu. ^.y_ ---_ _, /-- Press ,I, to highlight "Change Channel Order,"...
Page 79: Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide This section of the guide discusses the use of StarSight with the Z-Trak trackball remote. Operation with the Z-Trak is different than with conventional remote controls. There are far fewer buttons, because the trackball is used to move an on-screen pointer through various menus.
Page 80: Getting Started With The Z-Trak Remote
Getting started with Z-Trak remote Press the TV button on the top of the remote. This sets the remote's buttons for TV control, rather than VCR control. Press the trackball. The pointer, a small square, appears in the middle of the screen. You can move the pointer by rolling the trackball up, down, left, and right.
Page 81 Move the pointer to the right of the screen. The channel icons appear: All Chan: Gives you a complete listing of all channels. Point to a channel icon and press the trackball to tune. Or, point to the number pad and press the trackball to tune by channel number.
Page 82 What should do when change your cable or service or when move NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE REQUIRES THE USE OF THE UNIVERSAL REMOTE. _'_'"_V_ _'_4"-, € -" "_,*: " "-'_._ Change Channel Order If you are changing your cable box, find the code(s) for Change Cable Box/Service...
Page 83: Before Calling For Service
Before calling service... 1. LEAVE YOUR CABLE BOX ON AT ALL TIMES. LEAVE YOUR VCR OFF WHENEVER YOU ARE NOT WATCHING A VIDEOTAPE. DO NOT PLUG YOUR 'IV INTO THE POWER PLUG ON THE BACK OF YOUR CABLE BOX. Installation Problems Problem Try this Make sure the Remote Emitter is plugged into the Starsight Control Port on the back...
Page 84 7eration Problems Problem Try this I've registered for StarSight but don't have any Make sure your TV is turned off or tuned to PBS in order to receive information. _rogram data yet. It may take anywhere from 4-12 hours to initially get the full 7 days of information.

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