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Guide
I Warranty
Model
Numbers
lZ42PX2D/Z42PX2DH/Z42PX2tDiZ42PX21DH
I PLASMA TV
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USA, Inc,
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  • Page 1 Installation and Operating Guide I Warranty Model Numbers lZ42PX2D/Z42PX2DH/Z42PX2tDiZ42PX21DH I PLASMA TV zenit h_,__ (!> Z(XWI i}ht 2OO__,LG Electronics USA, Inc,...
  • Page 2: Fcc Notice

    Warning/Caution WARNING/CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS iNSiDE REFER TO QUAUF_ED SERVICE PER_NNEL the presence of uninsu_ated 'dan_rous ve]tege" within the product's enclosure that may be of st.dfi_ The lightning flash w_h arrowhead...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions ions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS important safety instructions shaJl be provided with each apparatus This information shalt be given in a _parate booklet sheet, or be located before any operating instructions in an instruction for installation for use and supptied with the appara- tus, This infom'_tion shaii be given in a language...
  • Page 4 Safety Instructions 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. t4. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as po_r-supply cord or plug;...
  • Page 5 Contents Manual Sound Controt (Custom Option) ..WamingiCaution ....... Front Surround ....Safety instructions ......TV S_akers OrJOff Setup ....Intr_uction ......... Controls ........ Stereo!SAP Broa_asts Setup ..Connection Options ...... Menu Op_ons Remote Control Key Functions ... 9~10 Auto CJock Setup ......
  • Page 6 IntroductiOn I n! io n What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)? A plasma display pane_is the _atest display technology and the best way to achieve flat panel displays with excellent image quality and large screen sizes that are easily viewabie, Re PDP can be thought of as a descendant of the neon lamp and it can be also be viewed as a series of fluorescent _amps, How does it work? PDP is an array of c_tls, known as pixels, which are comprised of 3 sub pixels, corres_nding...
  • Page 7 Introduction This is a simp_ffie,d representation of front panel_ Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV Front Panel Controls POWER Button MENU Button CHANNEL (V, A) B_tons Remote Control; Sensor TV/V[DEO Button VOLUME (4,1_) Buttons Power Standby Indicator -Without CableCARD": Illuminates...
  • Page 8 Introduction Back Connection Panel S-VIDEO [np_ A connection available to provide bet- ter picture quality than the video inp_. VIDEO Input Connects the video signal from a video device, AUDIO Input Use to connect to hear stereo sound from an externaJ devil.
  • Page 9 Introduction When using the remote control, aim it at the remote contral sensor on the TV. - Rotates the input mode between Antenna and CabEe, - Video, Front Video, Component 1 _2, RGB- DTV (or RGB=PC) and HDM_!DV_ input sources, screen returns to the last TV.
  • Page 10 Introduction VCRtDVD BUTTONS Turns your TV or any other programmed Contro_ some video cassette recorders equipment on or off, _pending on mode. or DVD players. ("RECORD" button is not avai{ab_e for DVD p_ayers.) Shows program schedule Moves the Lis_ngs Gdd forward or back- ward in 24 hour increments THUMB_K...
  • Page 11: Installation

    Installation Ensure that the following accessories are included with your p_asma display. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product Owneds Manual Batteries Power Cord 2-VVaH bracke_ D-sub 15 pin Cable Remote Control - Secure the TV assembly by joining it to a wa_l by using the TV!lNall...
  • Page 12 Ins_llation • The TV _n be instalied in vadous ways such as on a wall, or on a des_op • The TV is designed to be mounted horizontally. The speakers shown are optonaL • It is recommended Mat Z4 2 _× 2 D Z 4 2-_X 2D rr_de_ only be used at an altitude of _ess than 3281 feet (lO00m) to Get the best...
  • Page 13 Installation 1, Analog Digital signals provided antenna Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connections For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if nee_d, _,_,_ Malti4ami[y Dweilings/Apartments (Connect to wa_t antenna s_ket) Wail Antenna Bror_e Wire 2. Analog and Digital TV signals provided on cable B_oe_...
  • Page 14 Ins_llation 3. Analog and Digital TV signals provided on cable and; antenna Antenna Bronze Wire Cable IV Wa_t t'um d®kwise to t_hien. Jack RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) - To improve the picture quatity in a poor signal area, p_ease purcha_ a signal amplifier and instaJl properly.
  • Page 15 Installation to connect Connect the audio and video cabtes from the external equip = merits output jacks to the TV input jacks, as shown in the figure. When connecting the -PC to external equipment, match the jack cotors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) to use...
  • Page 16 Ins_llation How to use Insert the CableCARD '_ received from the came so.ice provider the CabEeCARD _ slot of TV back panel. If the pairing information a_ut this TV and the CabteCARD is auto° matically displayed on the screen, contact with the cabte service provider by phone.
  • Page 17 Installation This TV provides and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings, - The TV perceives 640x480, 6OHz as DTV 480p based on the PC graphic card, change the screen scanning rate for the graphic card accordingly: <When the PC supports OVl>...
  • Page 18 Ins_llation Monitor Display Specifications (HDMIiDVL Mode) Ho rizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Resolution Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 48.363 31.469 59.94 60.00 640x480 56.476 37.861 70.06 72 80 1024x768 60.023 75.02 37.500 75 O0 35,156 56.25 37 _879 _,31 8_x600 48.077 72,18 48.875 75.00...
  • Page 19 Installation 14_H _N_TI_I MULTIM_ iI'_RF_ - HDMI the HDMi logo and High-Definition Multimedia interface is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Ucensing_" - This TV can receive the High-Definition Mult_dia Interface(HDMt) or the Digital Visual lnterface(DVl). -This TV supports HDCP(High-bandwidth Digital Contents...
  • Page 20: Hdmi Cable

    Ins_llation Cable sample (not supplied with the product) HDMI Cable HDMI to DVI Cable (not supplied with the product) (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 to use 1 Connect the HDM_/DVl 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 HDM]iDW Source Devices remote control 3, Select HDMi/DVI Input source...
  • Page 22 in this m_ual the OSD {On Screen Dismay) may _ different _om your T¢_s _,4_se _ is ju_ an examine to help you with the W o_ion First cc_aeet power _ord correctly. A_this m_eer_ tf_e TV switches lo standby n_×/_ la stan_Sy moxSe_oturn TV oe.
  • Page 23 Operatic_;_ - Automatically finds a_ c}_n_e_s available through antennae o_ cable inputs and slores them in memory on the channe{ list o Run EZ Scer_ again atter any AntennalCabte _ect_n cha_s A password is requ red _ogain access to EZ Scan menu i_the Lock System s turned on. t Press the MENU butto_ and _er_ use A _T button to _4ect _ menu 2 Press _heI_ bU_tOna_d then _se &...
  • Page 24 Operation Creaie twe d_ffere_l ly[_es d ¢hanne_ }_e_s _m memery "Custom List '_amd "Favorite List" from _ defautt channel hst created #ore _e EZ 8can channei a._arch. - A Cus_em Ust can _ created by _Ogg_ingeach c_'_aenelca _ eft wilh ENTER button The char_neB im t_a Cus_;,m Ust are di%_ayed ir_black eolef, and ihe cPannels de_ete_ from the Custom List are disp_ay_ in gray color_ Once a e_nnel...
  • Page 25 labeb fo_ your charalels " C_OOSe _ies_ I_ a channel tabe_is provid¢_don the si_e] frorn the broadcasting station_ the 'IV displays a abort name _or a channel even _ you did_t preset a _abetfar the o_nnek 1 Press l_/e MENU ba_lan and the_ use A _V button to selee_ the &_J'P me#u 2 Preen _e It, butteH and the_ use A ,,'_' butto_ to select _r_l 8 Press the IP bu_ea Y(_._ wil! n(_w s_ a sereen filled with Let_S and a preview scr_n, 4 U_ the CHAfv bu_oa to selee_ a ¢_{_ne{ to Label...
  • Page 26 Opera#on ° EZ Picture a@usts the TV lot me best p<ture ap[_arar'_;e Se_eet me preset va_t_ n the EZ Pic1_._{e n *_nu based on me pr_ram category W_en adiestin 9 Video menu options (contrast brightness cob< sharpness, Int end color temperalure menua_ y;...
  • Page 27 Other _ar_esges may be ave tabIe it a digital signa _sprovided by the broad° casting statler 1_Press the MENU button and then use A _V bu_en to sel_t the A_O menu 2 Press _el_ buAon and _en use A _T but"ton to select A_,_ La,_e.
  • Page 28 Ope_at_en is a tr'adernafk of SRS Lab_. Ir_c .* TruS_foued XT technoi:_y is l_rs_fpora_ed _m_ £cense tom SRS Labs _rs; Manufactured u_r tcense _ro_ Do_by Labyatories "Oolby_ ar_ the _oubte D symbol are #adem_rks d Do_by babo[atof/e4_ 1 Press t£@MENU bu_ a#d then use Ai,tT butto_ to select the Alb_:lO me_u.
  • Page 29 , BBE High Ddini_on Sound restores ctarRy and presenoe for be_er speech inie_ligibility aT_dmusic _ealism t. P_ess _ MENU buttor_ and then use A _T buttor_ to select _e A_|O menu, 2 P_÷ss the _ button and _hen use A _T button _ se_x;l _E. 3 P_e_ss the _ button and _hen u,_ A _T button to se_;l _ or O{I.
  • Page 30 Opera#on lhe l_ _seel autematioally from a dig_taicha_ne_ s_gna_ The di.gi_t channel eigna_ includes informa_on for Shec_rent rime provid_ by Shebroadcastin@ station - Sol the c!_k manually i_the current time is set incorrect!y by the auto ClOCk function 1 Press the MENU bu_c_ and then u_ & _*T butt_ to se_ct the T_ menu 2 P_es #}e _ buyer at_d _en L_ A l T button te setec_ ,&u_ Ci_...
  • Page 31 he Seep T_merlures lhe ifV oft at i_e preset t_me Note tha_this _tt'_ng is c_eared wLen _ TV is turned - You can also set u_ the _leep n the T_E me_, _mer I Press _he TIMER b_lon repeatedly to se_e¢_the number d minules ;rst _he_ option aptness on _he _'_een to!_owed by ee follew_ sleep timer options: 10 _, 30, 60, 90 120, 180, and 240 minutes...
  • Page 32 - Lets yc_ choose the way ao ar_a_ picture w_tb a 43 aspect ra_io is d splayed on yc&_tT'V with a 16:9 ratio pi_ure t_ymat When you recede an analG._picture wi_ a 4:3 aspect ratio on y_[ 16:9 TV_you need to s_ci_ how the pmture is to be dis played If you are viewin# a picture w_th a 16:9 as_ct...
  • Page 33 QDers#or_ I Press the ME_ bul{on and then see A _T bu_n to select the O_ION menu 2. Press _e _ I:<;¢_¢_ at<} then _ A JV b_c_ te setec_Cc_,_l¢_ 3. Press the _ b_er_ and then _;_ A t T bu_r_ to _lect _ _' _. 4.
  • Page 34 O_ratlon OJstomize the DTV/CADTV captions that _;_ar on ym_r screen, 1 Press tim MENU butt_ and then uee & _Y buyers to select the O_ZON meeu, 2 Press the _ bu_on are then tee A _T bu_on b _rs_t _O1_, 3 Pre_s_ tL_e _"...
  • Page 35 L)peratJon Low _wer reduces the plasma display powe_ _msumptio_! I P_ess the MENU but_Y_ a_"_d ihen u_ A _ T bu_l{:mto se#ect _he O_'ION 2_ P_ess the _ button _r_d _he_'_ u _ & _T but_or__ose_t _wer, 3 Press the _ huron and _he_ use A _T button to se_t On O__| "...
  • Page 36 Operatien Parenta_ Control can be used to btock specific channeis, ratings and other viewing sources The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broa_asfJng station. The default setting is to allow al_ programs to be viewed.
  • Page 37 SOt up bisck n9 schemes to baock s_3f_c charmers ratings and o×lema_ viewing sources d s nsquited togain access toth_s menu, 1, PreestheMENU hUrOn and _n useA _T button toselect the_CK menu. Then_ press the _ _._c_ • The TV is Set up wtlb the ini_al password "0-O-G0k 2.
  • Page 38 Opera#on * in this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may _ different from your TV'S because _ is just example to help the TV o_ration_ nn c_e of Scientific Atlanta Cab]eCARD - The Cable sub menu displays when inserting the CableCARD "...
  • Page 39 2 ¸- 4 ¸, _ you enter the C_am._l _t atle_ ru_sr_ingme EZ Scan w_theut CableCARD _' yo{J car_s_ the cable cb_r_ iist as the piclure 3 above, 2 insert the Cab!eCARD TP_enthe TV r_ewe a new cabS÷¢ha_ iist which iS _aua_y _e part chaanel, I_takes abou_ 2,~3 mim._tes to gutsier _he _/ble channei lis_ a_te_ nse@r_g lhe CabieCARD _ as _e pk:Ce_e4 above (Occasiena_iy mere thaa _t _me}...
  • Page 40 Remote Control EPG (Electronic Program Guide) (In DTV mode) - Th_s sys_m has an Bledror_i¢ P_ram Osi/de (EPG} to he_pyour' navigation through a]llthe passible viewing ep_ons. - The EPG supplies in_om_atien s(_3has pr'_3_an"_ l istings sta_l a_d er_:t ti_ fer all available service5 o Th_sIu_tioa can be u_d on_y wi_r _he EPG ido_matien, is breadcasted by broadcasting companies ..The EPG di_lays the pr_am de_:rlBt_n _or next 7 days.
  • Page 41: Brief Info

    O#er3tton Brief Info. - _ief !_'_fo shows the p_esen_ sc_een i_lf_msbo_a, Press the INFO but_or_to show t_qeBrief tnfe on the scr_n, |NFO button d_s not work s Com_nentl Com_nen_ RGB ard HDM#_V/modes. - Press #_e INFO bu_on or EXIT button to exit, Operation:, Vrs_hi_ TViDTV/CATV/CADTV...
  • Page 42 Operation EZ Mute Nothing to do with Caption on!Off using MUTE button_ the mode seiected Caption/Text is to be displayed, When you repe_ediy press the MUTE button, the sound mode is changed in turn, (Refer to the picture below) Mute : Sound is muted, EZ Mute : a special mute mode to...
  • Page 43 _fat_v_r_ Scr n Setup for PC mode , When RGB cor_ned to PC iP@utand _ect the RGB,-PC, th_s function is used. , Whe_ HDM/{TVl cormect to PC ir_put arid se_ed HDMt_'DV r_pu_ _his fonct/or_ s _lsed , in RGBo_TV mode, SIZE and PHASE is not available, ,Aflet eon_'_ec_in(_ RGP_PC ei' HDM//DW to PC npu_ and checking the SOr_n quafi_y D_$olayPC Adjust Menu Using A_UST button,...
  • Page 44 External Control Device Setup External Co ntrol Devi ce Set up the RS_232C input jack to an external control device (such a computer or an A/V control system) Conne_ and control the Monitor's functions externally, Connect the seda] port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the Monitor...
  • Page 45 Extema_ Control Devi_'e SetKp U_ this function to s_Jci_ a mon_to_ iD number, Rder to ReN Data Mapping. See pa_ 46 1 Press the MENU bu_on and then use A zT baBon to select the _JP merm 2 Press tl_ _ b_J_ and than u_ A ,,T button to _ect desired man _or IO number, The adNstment range d SZ_I' _ is 1 ~ 99 4.
  • Page 46 External Control Device Setup (Command2:a) 05. Volume Mute (Command2:e) Power • 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. [[k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission Data...
  • Page 47: External Control Device Setup

    External Control Device Setup 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 You can also adjust color in the Video menu. the set. Transmission Transmission [[k][i][...
  • Page 48 External Control Device Setup 17. Color Temperature (Command2:u) Setting (Command2:s) Orbiter Pixel I_ To adjust pixel number in orbiter function. I_ To adjust color temperature. You can also adjust color temperature in the Video Transmission menu. I[ j ][s][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission Data...
  • Page 49 External Control Device Setup All data are transmitted by Hexadecimal code 25. Input select(Command: x b) (Main Picture Input) *Two/One part Channel: 6th bit I_ To select input source for TV. This bit is used in a cable-ready system. Transmission *Using physical channel:...
  • Page 50 IRCodes Connect your wired remote contro_ to the Remote Control port on the TV: I_ Output waveform Sir_gte pulse, medu]at_ with 37 917KHz s_;nal at 455KHz Carrier frequency [__j FcA_=I/Tc= fosc/12 Duty ratb =-_ T 1/ffc = 1/3 I_ Configuration of f_me •...
  • Page 51 IR Codes Code (Hexa) Function Note TV/VlDEO R/C Button TV INPUT R/C Button POWER R/C Button {Power On/Off) POWER #!_[ete !R #£#e (On!Y P£we[ POWER D!_rete !R ##De (##lY P#vce[ 0#) RAT_O R/C Button TIMER R/C Button i0 ~ 19 Number Key 0~ 9 R/C Button...
  • Page 52: Programming The Remote

    Programming the Remote Programming the Remote I1_ The remote is a multi-brand or a universaf remote It can be pr_rammed to operate most remote4-.,ontro_lable devices other manufacturers. Note that the remote rr_3y not control a_t models of other b_nds. 1, To find out whether your remote can operate the device...
  • Page 53 MATSU SAL©RA _,_DEO G_EPTS }AYTRON MEII {}33 SAMSUNG Vl DEOSON (,_3 MEMOREX WARDS 3YNATECH -=LECTROHOME 10"2 YAMAHA _:MERSON SANSUI ZENITH MINOLTA SANYO 045 04B MITSUBISNI 059 ¢_1 04.9 S_TT :ISHER c'J_8 009 :UNA_ SEARS 0110 {133 MULTITECH C&_O 08-I VIDEO 04.8...
  • Page 54: Programming Codes

    00%:_ 012 19}4 RICO CIITOH HUGHES PRESIDENT CURTIS MATHES JANIEL PRIMESTAR VtEWSTA_R DRAKE JERROLO PROSAT WINEGARD KATHREtN R©A ZENITH LEGEND REALISTIC DX ANTENNA SAMSUNG ECHOSTAR L/3TRON _A[ELU1'£SERWC_CO028 03;5, 047 (257 09)4 g'9_ LJXOR MACOM _1Et'4'f _F_ ATL_A SONY E bECTRO...
  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Troubtoshooting Checktist Troubleshooting Checklist • hstaH new batteries. (Refer to p.9) or poor color. Keep a sufficient distance between the TV and the VCR, • Activate any function to restore the brightness of the picture, (If sti]t picture is on the screen for more than 5 minutes, the screen gets dark.}...
  • Page 56: Maintenance

    Maintenance te n a nc e Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful; and regular cleaning extend a_unt of time you win have your new TV. Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord _fore you begin any cteaning. 1.
  • Page 57: Specification

    Specification 47.6 / 1210 Width (inches / mm) 27_6 f 701 Height (inches / mm) 11.6 / 295 Depth (inches / mm) 79 / 35.9 Weight (pounds t kg) Resolution 852 x 480 (Dot) AClOO-240V - 50!60Hz Power requirement NTSC-M, ATSC, 64 &...
  • Page 58 58 Plasma TV 206_4022...
  • Page 59 • service required as a result of improper installation, of nature or other causes beyond Zenith's control. including incorrect or insufficient AC supply (please (Causes beyond Zenith's control include but are not...
  • Page 60: Calling For Service

    10 working days. • If a replacement unit is received, please use the carton packaging from that unit in returning defective unit to Zenith. • Parts service in accordance with Zenith warranty Zenith's responsibility will be provided without charge. Other service...

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