P A G E 2 6 206-3490-OPLANNING THE CHANNEL BANKSGenerally, TV channels are grouped into “program pack-ages” with terms that are proposed to the end user. Theuser then opts for a package. Below is an example of howTV channels may be grouped.You may plan your package by using a chart like the oneafter the following page.Remember, you can “blank” a channel for accommodatingaudio-only, such as an FM radio station or in-house com-munication.Sometimes, only one or two channel banks may be need-ed. You may leave any unused bank with the channelsentered during Auto Program; or, you may delete the chan-nels. However, you may want to leave at least one channelin any unused bank. Then, if someone selects an “unused”bank, that channel will assure them that the TV is func-tional.Note: Some channels from factory testing may be in thechannel banks if you have not yet run Auto Program.ADDING / DELETING CHANNELSA previously prepared programming chart is helpful.1. Run Auto Program (in the Setup menu). All channelsfound on your cable/antenna will be entered inChannel Banks 1, 2, 3, and 4.Note: Be advised that running Auto Program overwritesany custom channel setups; removes Blanked, Deleted.2. Select a channel bank with an installer remote - -pressSOURCE/BANK (and repeat). CHANNEL BANK and BANKnumber will be displayed.3. Use the ADD/DEL/BLNK item (also in the Setup menu)to customize your program package. You may deletechannels or add some that have not been entered. Youcan also “Blank” a channel for accommodating anaudio-only program source or in-house communication.See the “ADD/DEL/BLNK” menu page for more details.Note: The Blank Channel feature is global. A channelwill be blanked in all channel banks.4. Repeat steps 2, and 3 to program another channelbank.Managing the Channel BanksThe TV has four channel banks, where the administrator or installer can store groups of TV channelsNote: Channel banks set up requires an installer’s remote with “Source” or “Bank” keys like the ZenithMBR3447, or a similar remote.Channel Bank Program package1 Basic cable channels2 Extended cable channels3 Extended with premium channels4 Other cable service options(Grouping is provided as an example only.)The BLNK (blank) channel function is “global” -- the samechannel number is blanked in channel banks 1, 2, 3, and 4.Channel Bank Number DisplayCHANNEL BANKBANK 1