Zenith DTV1080 User Manual

Operating Guideand Warranty IntroductionImportant OverviewSetup and ConnectionsRemote ControlInitial Setup Basic OperationAdvanced Program GuideTMCust

9206-3675Ultimate Entertainment• A Wide Variety of ProgramsHundreds of channels are available from DIRECTV.• Advanced Program GuideInstant access to

99206-3675Zenith and DIRECTV are dedicated to providing you with quality support and customer service. If you have questions ordifficulties that you

TROUBLESHOOTING100206-3675SYMPTOMS SOLUTIONSA 4:3 Aspect ratio cannot be selected.A 16:9 Aspect ratio cannot be selected.The remote control is not res

Zenith, will repair or replace your product, at Zenith’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under nor-mal use, during the

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2-1. Sending Signals10206-36752. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW Digital broadcasting is a new way of sending programs over the airwaves with superior qual-ity vi

11206-36752-2. TV Signal FormatsWhat makes HD digital signals (including SD signals) special is that they provide a high reso-lution and wide format,

2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 12206-36752-3. Normal and Wide Format SignalsWhen you view a picture with a wide (16:9) aspect ratio with 480i or 480p mode of

13206-36752-3. Normal and Wide Format SignalsWHEN YOU SET THE DISAPLY SWITCH TO HDTV (1080I/720P)NormalChoose when you want to view a picturewith an o

2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 14206-36752-4. Audio SignalsDolby Digital Sound with 5.1 Channelssub-wooferrightspeakerleftspeakersurroundsound speakersurroun

15206-3675The analog audio outputs may be used to drive an external audio system. These stereo out-puts are activated by setting the Analog mode in t

2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 16206-36752-5. On-Screen DisplayAdvanced Program GuideThe Advanced Program Guide is an on-screen listing of current and futur

17206-36752-5. On-Screen DisplayEZ HelpFirst, certain features and terminology used in the on-screen menus require your basic under-standing to fully

3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS18206-36753-1. UnpackingMake sure you have received all these items listed below with the Zenith HD SatelliteReceiver.DOLBYDI

1206-3675WARNINGTO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. NOTE TO CABLE/TV/SATELLITE DISH INSTALLER:This remin

19206-36753-1. UnpackingHD satellite receiverThe Zenith HD Satellite Receiver is capable of receiving signals from the satellite dish, cable, and/or

3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS20206-36753-2. Back Panel of the Zenith HD Satellite ReceiverZenith HD Satellite Receiver Model DTV1080 Rear PanelDISPLAYFORMA

21206-36753-2. Back Panel of the Zenith HD Satellite ReceiverAnt InIs used to connect an over-the-air or terrestrial antenna, your cable TV outlet, or

3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS22206-36753-3. General RecommendationsYou can connect the HD satellite receiver in a variety of configurations. The answers t

23206-36753-4. Connecting to Antennas - No DishReceiving Signals1. Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the HD Satellite Receiver using a coa

3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS24206-36753-4. Connecting to Antennas - Round Dish (Satellite A)Receiving Signals1.Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack

25206-36753-4. Connecting to Antennas - Oval Dish (Satellite A, B)Receiving Signals1.Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the HD Satellite Re

3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS26206-36753-4. Connecting to Antennas - Oval Dish (Satellite A, B, C)Receiving Signals1.Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN”

27206-36753-5. TV Connection - Analog TV TV Viewing1.Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the HD satellite receiver to the “ANT IN” jack on your TV using a

3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS28206-36753-5. TV Connection - HD Monitor (Y/PB/PR type)TV Viewing1.Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the HD Satellite Receiver

2206-36751. Read InstructionsRead all of the safety and operating instructionsbefore operating the product.2. Retain InstructionsKeep all safety and o

29206-36753-5. TV Connection - HD Monitor (RGB type)DISPLAYFORMATA/VOUT2 A/V CALIB/EZ-LINKOUT1 PBPRHD-Ready TVCable TVwall jackAntenn

3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS30206-36753-6. VCR ConnectionDISPLAYFORMATA/VOUT2 A/V CALIB/EZ-LINKOUT1 PBPRCable TVwall jackAntennaAnalog TV

31206-36753-7. Audio Connection - Digital Audio SystemDolby AC-3 Connection1. Connect the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” jack on the HD satellite receiver to th

3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS32206-36753-7. Audio connection - Analog Hi-Fi SystemHi-Fi System Connection1. Connect the Left and Right "A/V OUT"

4. ZENITH HD SATELLITE RECEIVER OPERATION33206-36754-1. Using the Front Panel of the HD satellite receiverPowerTurns the HD satellite receiver on or o

4. ZENITH HD SATELLITE RECEIVER OPERATION344-2. Using the Remote ControlPowerTurns the HD satellite receiver on and off. If your remote control ispro

35206-36754-2. Using the Remote ControlMuteIs used to temporarily turn off the sound. Press again to restore thesound.Vol +/-Increase/decrease the so

4. ZENITH HD SATELLITE RECEIVER OPERATION364-2. Using the Remote ControlMenuBrings up the main menu. You can return to normal viewing by pressing theE

37206-36754-3. Programming the Remote ControlThe HD satellite receiver remote control is a multi-brand or universal remote control that canbe programm

4. ZENITH HD SATELLITE RECEIVER OPERATION38206-36754-4. Remote Control Codes for Other ComponentsBrands CodesAkai 146Amark 112 143Ampro 167 073Blaupun

206-3675313. Power-Cord ProtectionRoute power-supply cords so they are notlikely to be walked on or pinched by itemsplaced upon or against them, payin

39206-36754-4. Remote Control Codes for Other ComponentsAiwa 034Akai 146 043 046124 125 142016Ampro 072Audio dynamics 012 023039 043Broksonic 035Canon

4. ZENITH HD SATELLITE RECEIVER OPERATION40206-36754-4. Remote Control Codes for Other ComponentsGoldstar 005Luxman 017NAD 014Panasonic 003 015 036046

5. INITIAL SETUP 41206-3675When you turn on the HD Satellite Receiver for the first time, you will be asked if you wantto set up DIRECTVProgramming.

42206-36756-1. Viewing the Channel Banner6. BASIC OPERATIONThe Channel Banner appears whenever you tune to a new channel or press the Info button on

43206-36756-1. Viewing the Channel BannerInput Source IconIndicates from which the current program signal is being received. The IRD can receive a si

6. BASIC OPERATION44206-36756-2. Channel SurfingThe surf list appears on the TV screen when you press the Surf button on the remote control. Itenabl

45206-36756-3. Subscription to DIRECTVProgramming and ANT/CABLE-Only operationThe Zenith HD Satellite Receiver is designed to receive signals from DI

46206-36757-1. About the Advanced Program Guide7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDEThe Advanced Program Guide, DIRECTV newly deployed electronic program guid

47206-36757-2. Layout of the Advanced Program GuideScreenThe on-screen guide maintains five different channel lists, each of which shows you only tho

7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE48206-36757-3. Moving through the Advanced Program GuideThe Advanced Program Guide is operated based on a simple and strai

4206-367516. Power LinesAn outside antenna system should not be locatedin the vicinity of overhead power lines or otherelectric light or power circuit

49206-36757-4. Selecting a ProgramThe top region of the guide screen displays the schedule and program information of the cur-rently highlighted prog

7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE50206-36757-5. Getting More InformationPressing the Info button will display available additional information about the high

51206-36757-6. Referring to EZ HelpYour basic understanding of certain features and terminology used in the APG will help you tofully enjoy the functi

7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE52206-36757-7. Making a Remind List for Future ViewingIf you want to view a program scheduled in the future, you can put tha

53206-36757-8. Purchasing Pay Per View ProgramsIf you subscribe to DIRECTVprogramming, you may preview Pay Per View movies on channel2000, the DIRECT

7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE54206-36757-9. Searching Programs by CategoryYou can search for specific programs by their categories. The category inform

55206-36757-10. Searching Programs by KeywordYou can also search for programs by keyword that include the keyword in their program titles or credittit

56206-36758-1. The Structure of the On-screen Menus 8. CUSTOMIZATIONIn this menu system, there are several hierarchies to customize the settings provi

57206-36758-2. The Hierarchy of the On -Screen MenuDIRECTVSETUPAUDIOPREFERENCELOCKSYSTEMGuide Remind ListFuture PurchasePurchase ListMail ListInit

8. CUSTOMIZATION588-3. Previewing the Remind ListThe Remind List shows the programs you have reserved in the Guide menu. You may cancel anyprogram in

5206-3675IMPORTANT INFORMATION Due to copyright restrictions, you may not be able to view some high definition programs inhigh definition format us

59206-36758-4. Managing Program PurchasesNew PurchaseAllows you to review upcoming DIRECTVPay Per View purchases. You may cancel any programs thatha

8. CUSTOMIZATION60206-36758-4. Managing Program PurchasesPurchase ListShows you a list of past DIRECTVPay Per View purchases. You can see each charg

61206-36758-5. Checking the Mail BoxThe Mail Box keeps the messages that are sent from DIRECTV. For example, you may receive amessage requesting your

8. CUSTOMIZATION62206-36758-6. Initializing the SystemAbout Initial SetupYour Zenith HD Satellite Receiver is capable of receiving three types of sign

63206-36758-6. Initializing the SystemYour LocationProvides the coordinates of elevation, azimuth, and tilt based upon your zip code. Elevation is th

8. CUSTOMIZATION64206-36758-6. Initializing the SystemSignal StrengthShows you up to three signal strength bars for Satellite Networks A, B, and C, in

65206-36758-6. Initializing the SystemChannel SetupSearches for all channels available in a selected local area. You can select two distinct areasby

8. CUSTOMIZATION66206-36758-7. Managing ChannelsEZ Channel Scan (Channel Search)Automatically finds all channels (both analog and digital) available t

67206-36758-7. Managing ChannelsManual Ch. AddManually adds a channel to your channel list without rescanning all the channels again. EZChannel Scan

8. CUSTOMIZATION68206-36758-7. Managing ChannelsEdit ChannelThe default channel list is made in the EZ Channel Scan menu. Edit Channel allows you to

Safety WarningImportant Safety InstructionsImportant InformationTable of Contents1-1. A New World of Digital Entertainment 1-2. Main Features2-1. S

69206-36758-7. Managing Channels

8. CUSTOMIZATION70206-36758.8 EZ Hook UpGraphically depicts possible connection schemes on the HD satellite receiver to your dish antenna andother com

71206-36758-9. Setting the ClockClock (Auto)Enables adjustment of the time zone and activation of daylight savings time. Normally, yourclock is set u

8. CUSTOMIZATION72206-36758-9. Setting the ClockClock (Manual)Enables you to set the time manually in the ANT/CABLE Only Operation.To set manual clock

73206-36758-10. Setting the AudioSetting Digital OutputIf you are using an external audio system that supports Dolby Digital, select Dolby Digitalaudi

8. CUSTOMIZATION74206-36758-10. Setting the AudioPCM(Digital)Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) decoders support L/R stereo only. If selected, audio outputs

75206-36758-10. Setting the AudioAudio ModeLets you choose the default audio mode when a program is broadcasting in analog format.When you view a prog

8. CUSTOMIZATION76206-36758-10. Setting the AudioAudio LanguageAllows you to hear a program in other languages if the program is broadcast in digital

77206-36758-10. Setting the AudioVariable Audio Allows you to control the volume with the remote control of the Zenith HD Satellite Receiver.To set Va

8. CUSTOMIZATION78206-36758-11. Choosing the Aspect RatioWhen you view a picture with a wide (16:9) aspect ratio with 480i or 480p mode of display for

7206-367546474849505152535455565758596162667071737880828485869293949597991017. Advanced Program Guide8. Customization9. EZ HelpReference7-1. About

79206-36758-11. Choosing the Aspect RatioModes for viewing wide IMAGE (16:9) on a normal TV (4:3) DISPLAYFORMAT SWITCH IN 480i OR 480p POSITION :Lett

8. CUSTOMIZATION80206-36758-12. Setting Closed CaptionLets you select a mode for displaying Closed Caption displays information, usually the pro-gram&

81206-36758-12. Setting Closed CaptionCaption1 (CC1)CC1 is the primary caption service that synchronizes the captioning language with thesound, used b

8. CUSTOMIZATION82206-36758-13. Setting Default Signal OutOutput ChannelLets you choose the channel used to view your Zenith HD Satellite Receiver, ei

83206-36758-13. Setting Default Signal OutOut to TV -- Default ConnectionLets you choose whether the OUT TO TV jack is connected to either the CABLEIN

84206-36758-14. Setting the Digital TV InputDigital TV Input Your Zenith HD Satellite Receiver is also capable of receiving a 8-VSB signal, if any, vi

85206-36758-15. Running EZ DemoShows you how to navigate through the on-screen menus of your Zenith HD SatelliteReceiver.To run EZ Demo:1.Press the Me

86206-36758-16. Setting LocksLock SystemLets you set up specific channels, ratings and spending limits through blocking schemes.Activates or disables

87206-36758-16. Setting LocksBlock ChannelBlocks any channels that you do not want to view or that you do not want your kids to watch. If youtune in a

88206-36758-16. Setting LocksMovie RatingBlocks movies according to the movie ratings limit so children cannot view certain movies. You can setthe ra

8206-36751-1. A New World of Digital EntertainmentWelcome to the Zenith High Definition (HD) Satellite Receiver, an advanced digital satellite receiv

89206-36758-16. Setting LocksTV Rating for Children’s ProgramsKeeps children from watching certain children's TV programs according to the ratin

90206-36758-16. Setting LocksTV Rating for General ProgramsBlocks TV programs that you and your family do not wish to watch, based on the rating sch

91206-36758-16. Setting LocksSpending LimitSets the spending limit of each PPV program. After a spending limit is set and the system islocked, you mu

92206-36758-17. Testing the SystemChecks the integrity of the DIRECTV System. If any problems are detected, a short message will bedisplayed.To test

93206-36758-18. Upgrading SoftwareShows you the current software version. If DIRECTV plans to upgrade its software, you willbe notified by a pop-up b

94206-36758-19. Replace CardDIRECTV may issue you a replacement access card periodically, if you are a DIRECTV customer. Thismenu enables you to tran

95206-36759-1. EZ Help9. EZ HELPThe EZ Help feature is designed to let you understand each function of the Menu andAdvanced Program in an easy and con

9. EZ HELP96206-36759-1. EZ HelpThe EZ Help is an on-line version of this Operating Guide. You can review the major user inter-face features of the H

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS97206-3675INPUT FORMATS (ATSC compliant)1280 x 720 16:9 : 60P,30P,24P,23.976P,29.97P,59.94P1920 x 1080 16:9 : 60I,30P,24P,23.976

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS98206-3675AUDIO FEATURESDolby Digital (AC-3)Linear PCM Audio 20bitAnalog output level 200mV RMS, 1 RCA color-coded jackAnalog ou