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  • Page 1 [nstannatien Operating Guide I Warranty ModelNumbers[ Z42PX2D/Z42PX2]D [ PLASMATV z e 1 zenith © Copyright 2005, L6 Electronics USA, Inc...

  • Page 2: Warning/Caution

    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 http://www.zenith.com...

  • Page 3: 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 Safety Instructions I n l Unplug this apparatus during _ightning storms or when unused for _ong periods of time. Refer aH servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power_supp_y cord or p_ug is damaged, _iquid has been spilled or objects...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning/Caution ........ Manual Sound Control (Custom Option) ..Front Surround ......Safety instructions ......TV Speakers On/Off Setup ....Introduction BBE ......... Controls ....... Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup ....Connection Options ...... Time Menu Options Remote Control Key Functions ... 9~10 Auto Clock Setup .......
  • Page 6 /ntroduct/on What is a P(asma Disp(ay Panel (PDP)? A plasma display panel is the latest display technology and the best way to achieve flat panel displays with excellent image quality and large screen sizes that are easily viewable. The PDP can be thought of as a descendant of the neon lamp and it can be also be viewed as a series of fluorescent lamps.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction - This is a simplified representation of front panel. Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. Front Panel Controls POWER Button MENU Button CHANNEL (T, _) Buttons Remote Contro_ Sensor TV/VmDEO Button VOLUME (_,_) Buttons Power Standby mndicator -Without CableCARDTM: Illuminates red in...

  • Page 8: Connection Options

    Introduction Back Connection Panel S_VIDEO mnput A connection available to provide bet- ter picture quality than the video input. VmDEO Input -- Connects the video signa! from a video device. -- AUDIO mnput Use to connect to hear stereo sound from an external device.

  • Page 9: Remote Control Key Functions

    Introduction - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. TV iNPUT, ..Rotates the input mode between Antenna "',, TV/VIDEO External input modes rotate in regular sequence: Antenna, Cable, Video, Front Video, Component 1-2, RGB-DTV (or RGB-PC) and HDMI/DVl input sources.
  • Page 10 introduction POWER ....,VCR/DVD BUTTONS Turns your TV or any other programmed ," • Control some video cassette recorders equipment on or off, depending on mode, or DVD players, ("RECORD" button is not available for DVD players,) GUmDE Shows program schedule, ..

  • Page 11: Installation

    Installation Ensure that the following accessories are included with your plasma display. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product. Owner's Manual Batteries Power Cord 75£_ Round Cable ..2-Wall brackets 2Ieye-bolts D-sub 15 pin Cable Remote Control Secure the TV assembly by joining it to a wall by using the TV/WaII brackets.
  • Page 12 /nstalla don 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

    Installation 1. Anatog and Digitat TV signams provided on antenna Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connections - For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed, Multi4amily Dwellings/Apartments Bronze Wire RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) VHF Antenna _ Turn clockwise to tighten.

  • Page 14: Vcr Setup

    /nstafla fion 3. Analog Digital TV signals provided on cable and antenna Antenna Bronze Wire RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) ....Cable TV Wall Turn clockwise to tighten, Jack RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) Bronze iN re • To improve the picture quality in a poor signal area, please purchase a signal amplifier and install properly.

  • Page 15: External A/V Source Setup

    Installation How to CORReCt Connect the audio and video cables from the external equip- ment's output jacks to the TV input jacks, as shown in the figure= When connecting the TV to external equipment, match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red)= How to use 1= Select the input source with using the TV/V[DEO button on...

  • Page 16: Setup

    Installation How to use Insert the CableCARD received from the cable service provider to the CabIeCARD slot of TV back panel. If the pairing information about this TV and the CabieCARD is auto- matically displayed on the screen, contact with the cable service provider by phone.

  • Page 17: Pc Setup

    Installation - This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adiusts 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

    lns_llation Monitor Dispmay Specifications (HDMI/DV8 Mode) Horizontam Vertiea_ Horizonta_ Vertiea_ Resolution Frequency(KHz) Frequeney(Hz) Resolution Frequeney(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 31.469 89.94 48.363 80.00 840x480 37.881 72.80 1024x768 88.478 70.06 37.500 75.00 80.023 75.02 38.188 88.28 37.879 80.3! 800x800 48.077 72.18 48.875 75.00 The TV has a special signal output capability which allows you to hook up a second TV or monitor.
  • Page 19 Installation HIGH DEFINITION MU_ TIMEDIA INTERFACE - HDMI the HDMt logo and Nigh-Definition Multimedia Interface is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Licensing." - This TV can receive the High-Definition Multimedia lnterface(HDMI) or the Digital Visual Interface(DVI). - This TV supports HDCP(High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) Protocol for 720x480p, 1280x720p, and 1920x!080i resolu-...
  • Page 20 Installation Cable sample HDM[ CaMe (not supplied with the product) (not supplied with the product) HDM[ to DV[ Cable (not supplied with the product) Fiber Optic Digital Audio Cable Analog Audio Cable(RCA type) (not supplied with the product) Analog Audio Cable(Stereo to RCA type) (not supplied with the product)
  • Page 21 Installation HOW to use 1. Connect the HDMI/DVI Source Devices(DVD Player or Set Top Box or PC) and the TV SET. 2. Turn on the display by pressing the POWER button on the TV SET and HDMi/DVI Source Devices remote control. 3.

  • Page 22: Operation Turning The Tv On

    Operation * in this manuam, the OSD (On Screen Display) may be different from your TV's because it is just an example to he_p you with the TV operation. First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. In standby mode to turn TV on, press the O/, TV/VmDEO ®, OR (_.

  • Page 23: Setup Menu Options Ez Scan (Channel Search)

    Operation - Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. - Run EZ Scan again after any AntennaJCable connection changes. - A password is required to gain access to EZ Scan menu if the Lock System is turned on. 1.

  • Page 24: Channel Edit

    Operation - Create two different types of channel lists in memory: "Custom List" and "Favorite List" from the default channel list created from the EZ Scan channel search, - A Custom List can be created by toggling each channel on or off with ENTER button, The channels in the Custom List are displayed in black color, and the channels deleted from the Custom List are displayed in gray color, Once a...

  • Page 25: Channel Label Setup

    Operation - Choose preset labels for your channels. - If a channel label is provided on the signal from the broadcasting station, the TV displays a short name for a channel - even if you didn't preset a label for the channel. 1.

  • Page 26: Ez Picture

    Operation - 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 Custom.

  • Page 27: Manual Sound Control (Custom Option)

    Operation - Other languages may be available if a digital signal is provided by the broad- casting station. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A / _' button to select the A_IO menu. 2. Press the _ button and then use A / _" button to select Audio _nguage. 3.

  • Page 28: Front Surround

    Operation _S(ll) is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. - TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. - Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Do]by Laboratories. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A / T" button to select the AUDIO menu. 2.

  • Page 29: Bbe

    Operation - BBE High Definition Sound restores clarity and presence for better speech intelligibility and music realism. 1. Press the MENV button and then use m./ T button to select the AUDIO menu. 2. Press the _" button and then use A / 'V button to select BBm.. 3.

  • Page 30: Time Menu Options

    Operation - The time is set automatically from a digital channel signal. - The digital channel signal includes information for the current time provided by the broadcasting station. - Set the clock manually, if the current time is set incorrectly by the auto clock function. 1.

  • Page 31: Sleep Timer / Auto Off

    Operation - 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 Sleep Timer in the TIME menu. 1. Press the TIMER button repeatedly to select the number of minutes. First the OK option appears on the screen, followed by the following sleep timer options: 10, 20, 30, 80, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes.

  • Page 32: Option Menu Features Aspect Ratio Control

    Operation - Lots 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

    Operation 1= Press the MENU button and then use A / T button to select the OPTION menu. 2= Press the _ button and then use A, / T button to select Caption= 3= Press the _ button and then use A / _ button to select On or Of_= 4= Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to return to the previous menu= Analog...

  • Page 34: Caption Option

    Operation - Customize the DTV/CADTV captions that appear on your screen. 1. Press the MENU button and then use _ / _' button to select the OPTION menu, 2. Press the _ button and then use A / _' button to select C_t_onOptton. 3.

  • Page 35: Low Power

    Operation - Low power reduces the plasma display power consumption. 1. Press the MENU button and then use _. / _" button to select the OPTION menu. 2. Press the _ button and then use _,/_' button to select Low Power, 3.
  • Page 36 Operation 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 broadcasting station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be blocked by choosing the type of the program and the cat- egories.

  • Page 37: Lock Menu Options Parental Lock Setup

    Operation - Set up blocking schemes to block specific channels, ratings, and external viewing sources. - A password is required to gain access to this menu. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A / _' button to select the LOCK menu.

  • Page 38: Cable Menu Options

    Operation * in this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may be different from your TV's because it is just example to he_p the TV operation= in case of Scientific Atlanta CableCARD rM - The Cable sub menu displays when inserting the CableCARD to the TV.

  • Page 39: Cable Channel List

    Operation 1. If you enter the Channel Editafter running the EZ Scan without CableCARD you can see the cable channel list as the picture 3 above. 2. Insert the CableCARD Then, the TV receive a new cable channel list which is usually one part channel. It takes about 2~3 minutes to gather the cable channel list after inserting...

  • Page 40: Epg (Electronic Program Guide)

    Operation ot:e EPG (Emectronic Program Guide) (In DTV mode) - This system has an Electronic Program Guide (EPG) to help your navigation through all the possible viewing options. - The EPG supplies information such as program listings, start and end times for all available services. - This function can be used only when the EPG information is broadcasted by broadcasting...

  • Page 41: Brief Info

    Operation Brief lnfo. - Brief Info shows the present screen information. - Press the INFO button to show the Brief Info on the screen. - INFO button does not work in Component!, Component2, RGB, and HDMI/DVI modes. - Press the INFO button or EXmTbutton to exit. Operation: * Watching TV/DTV/CATV/CADTV Watching Video, Front Video in Component!,...

  • Page 42: Ez Mute

    Operation EZ Mute - Nothing to do with Caption on/Off using MUTE button, the mode selected Caption/Text is to be displayed. - When you repeatedly press the MUTE button, the sound mode is changed in turn. (Refer to the picture below) Mute : Sound is muted.

  • Page 43: Screen Setup For Pc Mode

    Operation Screen Setup for PC mode 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/DVl input, this function is used. In RGB-DTV mode, SIZE and PHASE is not available. ,After connecting RGB-PC or HDMI/DVl to PC input and checking the screen quality.
  • Page 44 External Control Device Setup External C:ontroa Device Setup - Connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/V control system) and control the Monitor's functions externally= - Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C iack on the Monitor back panel= - RS_232C connection cables are not supplied with the Monitor= Pin Name No connection...

  • Page 45: Ism Method

    External Control Device Setup Use this function to specify' a monitor ID number. Refer to 'Real Data Mapping'. See page 46. 1. Press the MENU button and then use ,A / _' button to select the $1_1R_P menu. 2. Press the _ button and then use _. r_" button to select $_T IDa 3.
  • Page 46 External Control Device Setup 01. Power (Command2:a) 05, Volume Mute (Command2:e) To control Power On/Off of the Monitor. To control volume mute on/off. You can also adjust mute using the MUTE button on Transmission remote control. Ilk][all ][Set ID][ ][aata][Cr] Transmission Data 0 : Power Off 1 : Power On...
  • Page 47 External Control Device Setup 09° Cotor (Command2:i) 13. Remote Contro_ Lock Mode (Command2:m} 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 _nsmlsslon Ilk][ill...
  • Page 48 External Control Device Setup 17. Color Temperature (Command2:u) 21. Orbiter Pi×el Setting (Command2:e) To adjust pixe! number in orbiter function. _'_ To adiust color temperature. You can also adjust color temperature in the Video T_nsmlsslon menu, [_ ][s][ ][Set Ia][ ][aata][Cr] Transmission Data Min: 1 -- Max: 3...
  • Page 49 External Control Device Setup * All data are transmitted by Hexadecimal code 25, Input semect(Command: × b) (Main Picture Input) *Two/One part Channel: 6th bit To select input source for TV. This bit is used in a cable-ready system. Transmisdon *Using physica_ ehannek 5th bit If the channel band is NTSC air or NTSC cable, channel tun-...
  • Page 50 Codes Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. I_- Output waveforra Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz Carrier frequency FOAR = 1/Tc = fosc/12 Duty ratio = T1/Tc = 1/3 I_ Configuration of frame 1st frame Lead...
  • Page 51 Codes Function Code (Hexa) Note TV/VIDEO 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 0- 9 R/C Button...

  • Page 52: Pregramming The Remote

    Programming the Remote Programming the Remote The remote is a multi-brand or a universal remote. It can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices of other manufacturers. Note that the remote may not control all models of other brands. 1. To find out whether your remote can operate the device without programming, turn on the device such as a VCR and press the corresponding mode button on the remote.

  • Page 53: Pregramming Codes

    VIDEOSONIC MEMOREX 1B5 107 WARDS )YNA]ECH 12B 122 ELECTROHOME EMERSON 8ANSUI ()48 135 YAMAHA MINOLTA SANYO B1B 014 ZENITH MITSUBISHI B13 B20 1B2 134 SCOTT :ISHER 0()8 :UNAI B84 B40 SEARS B09 010 MULq]TECH B24 B34 ()17 020 ()73 081...
  • Page 54 CHAPARRAL B57 104 PICO CITOH HUGHES PRESIDENT CURTIS MATHES JANIEL B60 147 PRIMESTAR VIEWSTAR DRAKE JERROLD PROSAT WINEGARD KATHREIN ZENITH LEGEND REALISTIC DX ANTENNA SAMSUNG ECHOSTAR LBTRON SATELLITESERVICECO028 B47 057 LUXOR B62 144 MACOM B10 059 SCIENTIHCATLANTA SONY ELECTRO HOME...

  • Page 55: Treumesheeting Checmist

    Troubleshooting Checklist Tr o u b ie s:h o o t ing C be e k !is t: Check whether the TV is turned on. picture & _ Is the power cord inserted into wall power outlet? Test the wall power outlet, plug another product's power cord into the outlet causing obstruction.

  • Page 56: Maintenance

    Malt_tet?aisce - 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 57: Specificatiens

    Specification 47,6 / 1210 Width (inches / ram) 27,6 / 701 Height (inches / ram) 11,6 / 295 Depth (inches / ram) 79 / 35,9 Weight (pounds / kg) Resolution 852 x 480 (Dot) AC 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz Power requirement NTSC-M, ATSC, 64 &...
  • Page 58 58 Plasma TV 206-4022...

  • Page 59: Warranty

    United States. WARRANTY PERIOD: SERVICE IS HANDLED: YEAR Service. Please Call the Zenith Interactive LABOR: from the Date of Purchase, In Home Center !=B77=gBENITH (!-877-993-6484) PARTS: ONE YEAR from the Date of Purchase.
  • Page 60 If you have problems in obtaining satisfac- tory warranty service, write or call the Zenith Customer Interactive Center. Service be provided by inde- pendently owned and operated service organizations. • To assure...

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