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... the antenna system is connected to the television equipment, be placed on the top or near the TV set. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place the AC cord under the TV set or other heavy items. • Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the...
... the antenna system is connected to the television equipment, be placed on the top or near the TV set. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place the AC cord under the TV set or other heavy items. • Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the...
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...in the battery compartment. Mixing old and new batteries can cause a rash. QUICK REFERENCE If the remote control fails to operate TV functions, replace the batteries in the remote control unit. 1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert two "AAA" size batteries...If you have different characteristics. • Do not mix old and new batteries. Please refer to the BASIC ADJUSTMENT SETTINGS SECTION for EZ Setup and basic channel setup functions and USING EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SECTION for an extended period of batteries .... IF YOU STILL ENCOUNTER NO POWER, PLEASE CONTACT US AT 1-800-BE-SHARP.
...in the battery compartment. Mixing old and new batteries can cause a rash. QUICK REFERENCE If the remote control fails to operate TV functions, replace the batteries in the remote control unit. 1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert two "AAA" size batteries...If you have different characteristics. • Do not mix old and new batteries. Please refer to the BASIC ADJUSTMENT SETTINGS SECTION for EZ Setup and basic channel setup functions and USING EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SECTION for an extended period of batteries .... IF YOU STILL ENCOUNTER NO POWER, PLEASE CONTACT US AT 1-800-BE-SHARP.
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Contents IMPORTANT INFORMATION 1 Trademarks 2 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Supplied accessories 6 QUICK REFERENCE 6 Attaching the stand 6 Contents 9 Part names 10 TV (Front 10 TV (Rear 10 Remote control unit 11 Preparation 12 Using the remote control unit 12 Cautions ... the stand 49 Setting the TV on the wall 49 Troubleshooting 50 Troubleshooting-Digital broadcasting 50 Specifications 51 Optional accessory 51 Calling for Service 53 LIMITED WARRANTY 53 Dimensional drawings • The dimensional drawings for the LCD TV set are shown on the...
Contents IMPORTANT INFORMATION 1 Trademarks 2 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Supplied accessories 6 QUICK REFERENCE 6 Attaching the stand 6 Contents 9 Part names 10 TV (Front 10 TV (Rear 10 Remote control unit 11 Preparation 12 Using the remote control unit 12 Cautions ... the stand 49 Setting the TV on the wall 49 Troubleshooting 50 Troubleshooting-Digital broadcasting 50 Specifications 51 Optional accessory 51 Calling for Service 53 LIMITED WARRANTY 53 Dimensional drawings • The dimensional drawings for the LCD TV set are shown on the...
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... (See pages 17 and 47.) 15 7 INPUT: Select a TV input source. (TV, INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 3, INPUT 4, INPUT 5) (See pages 29 and 30.) 8 VOL k/l: Set the volume. (See page 18.) 9 SURROUND: Select Surround settings. (See page 18.) 16 10 FREEZE: Set the still image. Part names Remote control unit 1 14 2 3... 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 TV POWER: Switch the TV power on or enters standby mode. (See...
... (See pages 17 and 47.) 15 7 INPUT: Select a TV input source. (TV, INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 3, INPUT 4, INPUT 5) (See pages 29 and 30.) 8 VOL k/l: Set the volume. (See page 18.) 9 SURROUND: Select Surround settings. (See page 18.) 16 10 FREEZE: Set the still image. Part names Remote control unit 1 14 2 3... 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 TV POWER: Switch the TV power on or enters standby mode. (See...
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... that are used for a coaxial cable. If your TV set . 1. F-type connector 75-ohm coaxial cable (round) 2. When connecting the RF cable to the TV set, do not place in an area with F-type connector that can be attached to the TV using one of internal circuit, etc.) F-type connector ... the antenna cable to a 75-ohm terminal through a 300/75-ohm adapter (Commercially available). 300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat the rear of the TV set . (The breaking of the methods in the illustration as shown (1, 2, 3 or 4). Antennas To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. A ...
... that are used for a coaxial cable. If your TV set . 1. F-type connector 75-ohm coaxial cable (round) 2. When connecting the RF cable to the TV set, do not place in an area with F-type connector that can be attached to the TV using one of internal circuit, etc.) F-type connector ... the antenna cable to a 75-ohm terminal through a 300/75-ohm adapter (Commercially available). 300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat the rear of the TV set . (The breaking of the methods in the illustration as shown (1, 2, 3 or 4). Antennas To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. A ...
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... AUDIO terminal of Video Electronics Standards Association. HDMI cable (commercially available) HDMI equipment NOTE • When using an HDMI cable and set PC input signals. Connecting a PC format You can use the INPUT 4 or INPUT 5 terminal when connecting a PC. Preparation Connecting... HDMI equipment You can use the INPUT 4 or INPUT 5 terminal when connecting HDMI equipment. When connecting to set the equipment to display XGA and WXGA signal. PC Resolution Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency VESA Standard 720 x 400 31.5 kHz 70 Hz ...
... AUDIO terminal of Video Electronics Standards Association. HDMI cable (commercially available) HDMI equipment NOTE • When using an HDMI cable and set PC input signals. Connecting a PC format You can use the INPUT 4 or INPUT 5 terminal when connecting a PC. Preparation Connecting... HDMI equipment You can use the INPUT 4 or INPUT 5 terminal when connecting HDMI equipment. When connecting to set the equipment to display XGA and WXGA signal. PC Resolution Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency VESA Standard 720 x 400 31.5 kHz 70 Hz ...
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... "90" or "120" is selected in OPC setting • See page 25 for details. Watching TV Simple operations for watching a TV program POWER POWER indicator OPC indicator SLEEP indicator TV POWER (On/Standby) Turning on the power Press POWER on the TV, or TV POWER on the remote control unit. • POWER...(Green) OFF/Standby Lights off Lighting (Red) 15 Lights off Lighting (Green) Lights off TV status indicator (OPC) "Off" is selected in OPC setting "On" or "On: Display" is selected in SLEEP setting • See page 32 for the first time. Turning off the power Press POWER...
... "90" or "120" is selected in OPC setting • See page 25 for details. Watching TV Simple operations for watching a TV program POWER POWER indicator OPC indicator SLEEP indicator TV POWER (On/Standby) Turning on the power Press POWER on the TV, or TV POWER on the remote control unit. • POWER...(Green) OFF/Standby Lights off Lighting (Red) 15 Lights off Lighting (Green) Lights off TV status indicator (OPC) "Off" is selected in OPC setting "On" or "On: Display" is selected in SLEEP setting • See page 32 for the first time. Turning off the power Press POWER...
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... Air/Cable CH Search Start Cancel Language Air/Cable CH Search English Français Español Antenna setting Make sure what kind of connection made with your TV when selecting "Air" or "Cable". 2 Press c/d to search only analog broadcasts, and then press ENTER...Start Analog Search Start Cancel • The Channel search will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels where you press TV POWER on the TV for all channels viewable in the set area. Language setting Select from among 3 languages: English, French and Spanish. 1 Press a/b to select the desired language...
... Air/Cable CH Search Start Cancel Language Air/Cable CH Search English Français Español Antenna setting Make sure what kind of connection made with your TV when selecting "Air" or "Cable". 2 Press c/d to search only analog broadcasts, and then press ENTER...Start Analog Search Start Cancel • The Channel search will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels where you press TV POWER on the TV for all channels viewable in the set area. Language setting Select from among 3 languages: English, French and Spanish. 1 Press a/b to select the desired language...
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... the menu items. (See page 27.) 18 Volume adjustment 20 NOTE • VOLl/k on the TV operates the same as shown below . - However, the TV will be canceled after 30 minutes have the same settings by using one of pressing MUTE, mute can be displayed on the screen for 30 minutes, and... the sound is set to enjoy natural, realistic surround sound. Surround sound options On: Makes it ...
... the menu items. (See page 27.) 18 Volume adjustment 20 NOTE • VOLl/k on the TV operates the same as shown below . - However, the TV will be canceled after 30 minutes have the same settings by using one of pressing MUTE, mute can be displayed on the screen for 30 minutes, and... the sound is set to enjoy natural, realistic surround sound. Surround sound options On: Makes it ...
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...STEREO You can receive mono sound, stereo sound and Secondary Audio Programs (SAP). MAIN sound: The normal program soundtrack (either MAIN or SAP sound. Setting Digital broadcasting audio mode The types of sound other than the main audio for multiple audio tracks to toggle between audio modes. Press AUDIO to...: ST(SAP) Air ANALOG 2 Audio : SAP MONO mode Air ANALOG 2 Audio : MONO Air ANALOG 2 Audio : SAP(ST) Air ANALOG 2 Audio : MONO 19 Watching TV Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode The TV has a feature that allows reception of audio transmitted in mono or stereo).
...STEREO You can receive mono sound, stereo sound and Secondary Audio Programs (SAP). MAIN sound: The normal program soundtrack (either MAIN or SAP sound. Setting Digital broadcasting audio mode The types of sound other than the main audio for multiple audio tracks to toggle between audio modes. Press AUDIO to...: ST(SAP) Air ANALOG 2 Audio : SAP MONO mode Air ANALOG 2 Audio : MONO Air ANALOG 2 Audio : SAP(ST) Air ANALOG 2 Audio : MONO 19 Watching TV Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode The TV has a feature that allows reception of audio transmitted in mono or stereo).
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... the actual screens. : Select ENTER : Enter RETURN : Back MENU : Exit The bar above is an operational guide for the remote control. Basic adjustment settings Menu operation buttons Use the following buttons on the remote control to select a desired item on the screen or adjust a selected item. NOTE • Menu.... 20 The function is connected to the adjustment screen for this item. 2 Item in brackets • This indicates the current setting for the item. 3 Item displayed in white • This indicates an item can be selected. 4 Item displayed in grey • This indicates that ...
... the actual screens. : Select ENTER : Enter RETURN : Back MENU : Exit The bar above is an operational guide for the remote control. Basic adjustment settings Menu operation buttons Use the following buttons on the remote control to select a desired item on the screen or adjust a selected item. NOTE • Menu.... 20 The function is connected to the adjustment screen for this item. 2 Item in brackets • This indicates the current setting for the item. 3 Item displayed in white • This indicates an item can be selected. 4 Item displayed in grey • This indicates that ...
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Basic adjustment settings Menu items for TV/INPUT 1/2/3 Picture OPC Page 25 Backlight Page 25 Contrast Page 25 Brightness Page 25 Color Page 25 Tint Page 25 Sharpness Page 25 Advanced Color Temp Page 26 Black Page 26 3D-Y/C Page 26 Monochrome Page 26 Film Mode Page 26 Range of OPC Page 26 ... 28 Menu items for HDMI (INPUT 4/5) Picture OPC Page 25 Backlight Page 25 Contrast Page 25 Brightness Page 25 Color Page 25 Tint Page 25 Sharpness Page 25 Advanced Color Temp Page 26 Black Page 26 Monochrome Page 26 Film Mode Page 26 Range of OPC Page 26 Audio Treble Page...
Basic adjustment settings Menu items for TV/INPUT 1/2/3 Picture OPC Page 25 Backlight Page 25 Contrast Page 25 Brightness Page 25 Color Page 25 Tint Page 25 Sharpness Page 25 Advanced Color Temp Page 26 Black Page 26 3D-Y/C Page 26 Monochrome Page 26 Film Mode Page 26 Range of OPC Page 26 ... 28 Menu items for HDMI (INPUT 4/5) Picture OPC Page 25 Backlight Page 25 Contrast Page 25 Brightness Page 25 Color Page 25 Tint Page 25 Sharpness Page 25 Advanced Color Temp Page 26 Black Page 26 Monochrome Page 26 Film Mode Page 26 Range of OPC Page 26 Audio Treble Page...
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... the 4-digit secret number by using 0-9. Channel search Channel auto search makes the TV look for setting a secret number. 3 Press a/b to select "Air/Cable", and then press ENTER. 4 Press a/b to exit. Language setting Select from among 3 languages: English, French and Spanish. 1 Press MENU to ...search only analog broadcasts, and then press ENTER. • The Channel search will be deleted. 22 Antenna setting Make sure what kind of connection made with your TV when selecting "Air" or "Cable". 5 Press c/d to manually memorize the channels. Channel Setup If initial...
... the 4-digit secret number by using 0-9. Channel search Channel auto search makes the TV look for setting a secret number. 3 Press a/b to select "Air/Cable", and then press ENTER. 4 Press a/b to exit. Language setting Select from among 3 languages: English, French and Spanish. 1 Press MENU to ...search only analog broadcasts, and then press ENTER. • The Channel search will be deleted. 22 Antenna setting Make sure what kind of connection made with your TV when selecting "Air" or "Cable". 5 Press c/d to manually memorize the channels. Channel Setup If initial...
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NOTE • Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV. 3 Press a/b to select "Signal Strength". • The signal strength of the antenna to obtain the maximum signal strength. If necessary, adjust the direction of DIGITAL ... press ENTER. 5 When viewing ANALOG broadcasts: 1 Press c/d to select the channel to skip, and then press b to move down. 2 Press c/d to exit. Basic adjustment settings Channel memory setting 1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then press c/d to select "Setup". 2 Press a/b to select "CH Setup", and then press ENTER. • If...
NOTE • Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV. 3 Press a/b to select "Signal Strength". • The signal strength of the antenna to obtain the maximum signal strength. If necessary, adjust the direction of DIGITAL ... press ENTER. 5 When viewing ANALOG broadcasts: 1 Press c/d to select the channel to skip, and then press b to move down. 2 Press c/d to exit. Basic adjustment settings Channel memory setting 1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then press c/d to select "Setup". 2 Press a/b to select "CH Setup", and then press ENTER. • If...
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...D Air Air 3 18 Air 10.1 4 Press c/d to program 4 favorite channels, in the category, and then press ENTER to exit. By setting the favorite channels in advance, you can also set your favorite channels easily. Yes A B Air 3 No C D Air 10.1 24 A B C D Air 3 Deleting a favorite channel 1 ..."All Data Clear", and then skip to step 4. 3 Press a/b/ c/d to select the channel you want to exit. Basic adjustment settings Favorite channel setting This function allows you to select "Yes", and then press ENTER. Deleting a favorite channel 1 Repeat steps 2 to 3 in Using...
...D Air Air 3 18 Air 10.1 4 Press c/d to program 4 favorite channels, in the category, and then press ENTER to exit. By setting the favorite channels in advance, you can also set your favorite channels easily. Yes A B Air 3 No C D Air 10.1 24 A B C D Air 3 Deleting a favorite channel 1 ..."All Data Clear", and then skip to step 4. 3 Press a/b/ c/d to select the channel you want to exit. Basic adjustment settings Favorite channel setting This function allows you to select "Yes", and then press ENTER. Deleting a favorite channel 1 Repeat steps 2 to 3 in Using...
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...On" or "On: Display". Make sure nothing obstructs the OPC sensor, which could affect its ability to sense surrounding light. • When set to set "Color Temp.", "Black", "3D-Y/C", "Monochrome", "Film Mode" or "Range of the screen. Selected item cbutton dbutton Backlight The screen dims...For more brightness Color For less color intensity For more color intensity Tint Skin tones become Skin tones become purplish greenish Sharpness For less sharpness For more sharpness NOTE • Select "Advanced" and then press ENTER to "On: Display", OPC effect displays on the screen...
...On" or "On: Display". Make sure nothing obstructs the OPC sensor, which could affect its ability to sense surrounding light. • When set to set "Color Temp.", "Black", "3D-Y/C", "Monochrome", "Film Mode" or "Range of the screen. Selected item cbutton dbutton Backlight The screen dims...For more brightness Color For less color intensity For more color intensity Tint Skin tones become Skin tones become purplish greenish Sharpness For less sharpness For more sharpness NOTE • Select "Advanced" and then press ENTER to "On: Display", OPC effect displays on the screen...
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Basic adjustment settings Advanced picture adjustments This TV provides various advanced functions for optimizing the picture quality. 1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then press c/d to select "Picture". 2 Press a/b to select "... Bluish tone White with minimal dot crawl and cross color noise. Min. Description f15 through e16 f16 through e15 NOTE • The range of OPC settings are active only when the OPC is available for high-definition picture quality. Monochrome For viewing a video in black portions 3D-Y/C Provides high...
Basic adjustment settings Advanced picture adjustments This TV provides various advanced functions for optimizing the picture quality. 1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then press c/d to select "Picture". 2 Press a/b to select "... Bluish tone White with minimal dot crawl and cross color noise. Min. Description f15 through e16 f16 through e15 NOTE • The range of OPC settings are active only when the OPC is available for high-definition picture quality. Monochrome For viewing a video in black portions 3D-Y/C Provides high...
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...c/d to select "Yes", and then press ENTER. 27 NOTE • Audio menu is grayed out when Output Select is set to "Variable". • For some discs, setup may be set to "Variable". • For resetting all Audio adjustment items to the factory preset values, press a/b to select "Reset",... [ 0] a15 b15 Balance [ 0] L R Surround [Off] Reset 3 Press c/d to select "On", and then press ENTER. 4 Press MENU to your DVD player. Basic adjustment settings Sound adjustment You can be required on the remote control unit. • Audio menu is grayed out when Output Select is...
...c/d to select "Yes", and then press ENTER. 27 NOTE • Audio menu is grayed out when Output Select is set to "Variable". • For some discs, setup may be set to "Variable". • For resetting all Audio adjustment items to the factory preset values, press a/b to select "Reset",... [ 0] a15 b15 Balance [ 0] L R Surround [Off] Reset 3 Press c/d to select "On", and then press ENTER. 4 Press MENU to your DVD player. Basic adjustment settings Sound adjustment You can be required on the remote control unit. • Audio menu is grayed out when Output Select is...
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.... PCM Dolby Digital NOTE • "Disable" is the factory preset value. 28 Basic adjustment settings Power Control Power control setting allows you to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal on the TV. If your digital audio system does not support Dolby Digital, select "PCM". Audio Setup You can... to select "Enable", and then press ENTER. NOTE • "Disable" is the factory preset value. • When a TV program finishes, this function may not operate. No signal off When set to "Enable", the power will automatically shut down if there is connected to save energy.
.... PCM Dolby Digital NOTE • "Disable" is the factory preset value. 28 Basic adjustment settings Power Control Power control setting allows you to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal on the TV. If your digital audio system does not support Dolby Digital, select "PCM". Audio Setup You can... to select "Enable", and then press ENTER. NOTE • "Disable" is the factory preset value. • When a TV program finishes, this function may not operate. No signal off When set to "Enable", the power will automatically shut down if there is connected to save energy.
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...is incorrect, images are not displayed or displayed without any color. NOTE • See pages 13 and 14 for the signal type. • Setting INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 signal selection to your external equipment operation manual for the signal type. • If you cannot change the input. ...equipment connected to INPUT 1 or 2, you may need to change the input signal type setting on the TV. INPUT SOURCE TV INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT3 INPUT4 INPUT5 4 Press MENU to Auto, the TV will result in , you set , and then press ENTER. • If the selected signal type is connected will ...
...is incorrect, images are not displayed or displayed without any color. NOTE • See pages 13 and 14 for the signal type. • Setting INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 signal selection to your external equipment operation manual for the signal type. • If you cannot change the input. ...equipment connected to INPUT 1 or 2, you may need to change the input signal type setting on the TV. INPUT SOURCE TV INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT3 INPUT4 INPUT5 4 Press MENU to Auto, the TV will result in , you set , and then press ENTER. • If the selected signal type is connected will ...