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Installation Operating Guide HodelNumber I Z42PQ20 [ PLASHATV ® To view the extended version of owner's manual that contains the advanced features of this TV set, visit our website at http://www.zenithservice.com This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the "factory default (Home mode)"...
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 PM Page 2 WARNING / CAUTION WARNING / CAUTION To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Class B digital device This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 PM Page 3 ST'_ t r i SAF£TY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, Do not use this apparatus near water.
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Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 PM Page 4 t r i SAFETY+NSTRUCT+ONS Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall ANTENNAS outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension Outdoor antenna grounding cords, frayed power cords, or damaged If an outdoor antenna is installed,...
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 PM Page 5 t r i WARNING / CAUTION ......2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......3 Turning On the TV ........... Channel Selection ..........Volume Adjustment .......... Channel Setup ..........To view the extended version of owner's manual.. S Favorite channel setup ........
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Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page PREPA T[ON Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact dealer where you purchased the product. The accessories included may differ from the images below. Owner's Manual...
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 PM Page 9 t r i STAND INSTRUCTION _ Image shown may differ from your TV. Detachment Installation Carefully place the TV screen side down on a _> Carefully place the TV screen side down on a...
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. INFO Displays channel information at the top of the screen. Q.MENU Opens the list of Quick Menu options.
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page t t i PREPARATION VESA WALL MOUNTING Install your wall mount on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest installer. If installed on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury.
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLING WHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND _ You should purchase necessary components to prevent the TV from tipping over (when not using a wall mount).
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page PREPARATION _ To prevent damage do not connect to the power outlet until all connections are made between the devices. _ image shown may differ from your TV. ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION 1. Antenna (Analog or Digital) "=O...
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page \ ]/ EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. _ Image shown may differ from your TV. HD RECEIVERSETUP This TV can receive Digital...
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 PM Page 16 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP DVD SETUP Component Connection 1. How to connect onnect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD to the COMPONENT IN VIDEO 1 or 2 jacks on the TV. I"111 Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red).
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page VCR SETUP Composite (RCA) Connection 1. How to connect Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and VCR. Match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. How to use r"-...
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 PM Page 18 t t i WATCHING TV TURNING ON THE TV First, connect power cord correctly. And switch the AC power control switch on TV. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. In standby mode to turn TV on, press the rb/I, INPUT, CH (A or T ) button on the TV or press the POWER INPUT, CH(^ or v ), Number (0~9) button on the remote control.
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page CHANNEL SETUP Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii < Select CHANNEL. Select Auto Tuning. _ The TV will ask for a password if parental control has been activated (LOCK Menu).
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page WATCHING TV FAVORITECHANNEL SETUP Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Favorite Channels are a convenient feature that lets you quickly select channels of your choice without...
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page INITIAL SETTING This Function guides the user to easily set the essential items for viewing the TV for the first time when pur- chasing the TV. It wH[ be displayed on the screen when turning the TV on for the first time. It can also be acti- vated from the user menus.
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page WATCHING TV QUICK MENU Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Q.Menu (Quick Menu) is a menu of features which users might use frequently. _ Aspect Ratio: Selects your desired picture format.
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Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 PM Page 23 /T'_ t t i PICTURE _ Select the desired picture format _ Reduces the TV's power consumption. Select the Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Sport, Game, Expert] or Expert2. Adjust the Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, Tint.
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Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 PM Page 24 ST'_ WATCHING TV OPTION Selects your desired language for on screen menus: English, Spanish, French. _ This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing by locking out the front panel controls, _ When selecting...
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Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 PM Page 25 FT'_ t r i APP£NDIX _'_ Is the sleep timer set? _ Check the power control setLings. Power interrupted. _ If there is no signal, the TV turns off automatically in 15 minutes. <...
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Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 PM Page 26 _ Adjust Balance in menu option. _ A change in ambient humidity or temperature may result in an unusual noise when the product is turned on or off and does not indicate a fault with the product.
Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you can enjoy your new TV. Caution: Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning.
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Z42PQ20-U 9/21/09 2:51 Page Congratdafions on your purchasd As you enjoy your new product, pJease keep these safety tips in mind: THE ISSUE ® The horse theotor entertainment experience is a grow ng trend and larger flat panel displays are popular purchases However; flat panel displays...
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United States. WARRANTY PERIOD: SERVICE HANDLED: LABOR: YEAR from the Date of Purchase. Home Service. Please Call the Zenith Interactive Center 1-877-gZENITH (1-877-993-6484) PARTS: YEAR from the Date of Purchase. schedule a service appointment. Effective Date of Warranty:...
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If you have problems in obtaining satisfactory warranty service, write or call the Zenith Customer Interactive Center. Service be provided by independently owned and operated service organizations. • To assure proper credit...