Sharp 20F540 L User Manual

COLOR TELEVISION

MODEL

20F540

L OPERATION MANUAL L

CONTENTS

• IMPORTANT INFORMATION/IMPORTANT

SAFEGUARDS .................................................. 2 ~ 4

• Supplied Accessories .............................................. 5

• Before Operating Your Television ............................. 5

• Antenna Connections ........................................ 5 ~ 6

• Quick Reference Control Operation ................... 7 ~ 8

• EZ SETUP during First Use..................................... 9

• Demo Mode ........................................................... 10

• Accessing the MAIN MENU screen without

Remote Control...................................................... 10

• Language ............................................................... 11

• Sleep Timer ........................................................... 12

• Video Adjust .......................................................... 13

• Audio Adjust........................................................... 14

• Audio Select................................................... 15 ~ 16

MTS (Multichannel TV Sound) ............................ 15

INTERNAL SPEAKER SWITCH ......................... 15

FAO (Fixed Audio Output) ................................... 15

This operating manual includes basic operating

instructions in Spanish and French.

SPANISH is on page 46 ~ 51.

FRENCH is on page 52 ~ 57.

PAG E

• Closed Caption ...................................................... 17

• Parental Control ............................................. 18 ~ 28

V-CHIP ........................................................ 18 ~ 25

View Timer .................................................. 26 ~ 28

• Ch Setup ........................................................ 29 ~ 34

EZ Setup ............................................................. 29

Channel Setting .......................................... 30 ~ 32

Personal Preference ........................................... 33

Universal Plus Function ...................................... 34

• Set Up ............................................................ 35 ~ 36

Energy Save ....................................................... 35

Blue Screen ........................................................ 36

• Using the Video and Audio Input Jacks ......... 37 ~ 38

• Using the Audio Output Jacks ............................... 39

• Operation of Remote Control ......................... 40 ~ 43

• Before Calling for Service ...................................... 44

• Calling for Service ................................................. 44

• Specifications ........................................................ 45

• Limited Warranty .................................................... 59

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Welcome to the SHARP Family. We are pleased that you are now the owner of a SHARP Color Television
– built for outstanding quality, reliability and performance.
Every SHARP Color Television set is tuned and adjusted for proper color and sound, and has passed
through the most stringent quality control tests at the factory. We have prepared this OPERATION MANUAL
so that you may adjust the picture and color to your personal viewing preference.
We sincerely hope that you receive the greatest satisfaction and enjoyment from your new SHARP Color
Television set for years to come.
Please read these instructions carefully, and keep them handy for your future reference.

IMPORTANT

To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please record the TV’s
model and serial numbers in the space provided. The numbers
are located at the rear of the TV.

Model No.:

Serial No.:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

There are two important reasons for prompt warranty registration of your new SHARP television set. Use
the REGISTRATION CARD packed in with the set.

FIRST – WARRANTY

This is to assure that you will immediately receive the full consumer benefit of the parts, service and labor
warranty applicable to your purchase.

SECOND – CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT

To assure that you will promptly receive any safety notification on inspection, modification or recall that
SHARP may be required to give under the 1972 Consumer Product Safety Act. PLEASE READ
CAREFULLY THE IMPORTANT “LIMITED WARRANTY” CLAUSE ON THE LAST PAGE.

WARNING:

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

“Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention
to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as practical.”

WARNING – FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not

PRODUCT DISPOSAL

This product utilizes a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) containing lead and tin-lead solder.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environment considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance:
www.eiae.org

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO WET LOCATIONS.

The lightning flash with
arrowhead within a triangle is
intended to tell the user that
parts inside the product are a
risk of electric shock to
persons.

ELECTRIC SHOCK,

PERSONNEL.

expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.

The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to tell the
user that important operating
and servicing instructions are
in the papers with the
appliance.

2

IMPORTANT INFORMATION (Continued)

CAUTION:

• Do not place the AC power cord under the TV set or other heavy items.

• To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or naked flames on the top or near the TV set.

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this products to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with

liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate your television and save

these instructions for later use.

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure
your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE
HAZARDS. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this equipment, observe the following basic
rules for its installation, use and servicing.

1. Unplug this television equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning.

2. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

3. Do not use attachments not recommended by the television equipment manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.

4. Do not use this television equipment near water — for example, near a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

5. Do not place this equipment on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The television equipment may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the equipment. Use only with a cart or stand
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the television equipment.

6. Television equipment and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the equipment and cart combination to
overturn.

7. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.

8. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To
insure reliable operation of the television equipment and to protect it from overheating, these openings must
not be blocked or covered. This television equipment should not be placed in a built-in insulation such as a
bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

9. The openings should never be covered with a cloth or other material, and the bottom openings should not
be blocked by placing the television equipment on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This television
equipment should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.

10. This television equipment should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your television dealer or local
power company.

For television equipment designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

11. As a safety feature, television equipment is equipped with a 2-wire polarized plug (one plug blade bigger
than the other). The 2-wire polarized plug will fit only one way into the power outlet.

If the plug does not fit, ask your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not modify the plug and defeat
this safety feature.

12. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this television equipment where the cord will
be abused by persons walking on it.

3

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (Continued)

13. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television equipment.

14. If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode.

NEC—NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

15. For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent
damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.

16. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact
with them might be fatal.

17. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.

18. Never push objects of any kind into this television equipment through cabinet slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the television equipment.

19. Do not attempt to service this television equipment yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

20. Unplug this television equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the television equipment.
C. If the television equipment has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the television equipment does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust

only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to

restore the television equipment to normal operation.
E. If the television equipment has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. When the television equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance — this indicates a need for

service.

21. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this television equipment, ask the service technician to
perform routine safety checks to determine that the television is in safe operating condition.

22. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

GROUND

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

CLAMP

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

4

Supplied Accessories

INPUT

3

DISPLAY

2

DVD

VCR

1

POWER

TV

Infrared Remote Control

RRMCGA035WJSB

+

MUTE

VOL

D

9

6

100

ENTER

C

0

8

5

CH

B

7

4

PERSONAL PREFERENCE

FLASHBACK

A

CH/SKIP

DVD VCR

CATV TV

FF

REC

CH

PLAY

STOP

—

VOL

REW

MENU

TV • CATV • VCR • DVD

PAUSE

Size AA

Dry Batteries

Before Operating Your Television

Location

• For normal operation, your TV should be located in an area of the room where cool adequate ventilation
is provided. Do not place the back of the television set in a place where free airflow will be restricted.

• Any magnetic force may disturb the color picture. Make sure that magnets, electric clocks, toys
using magnets or any other magnetic substance, such as iron are kept well away from the TV set.

Power

Your TV operates on 120 Volts, 60 Hz (normal household current) and has a polarized plug. If you
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. Should it fail to fit, contact an
electrician. Do not defeat the safety feature of the polarized plug.

Note:

• If the set will not be used for a long period, such as during a vacation, unplug the set from the wall
outlet to economize power. (If the TV set is plugged in, a slight current still flows, even with the
POWER BUTTON in the OFF position.)

• Lines and other noise may appear in TV broadcast images when an FM tuner or radio is located
near the TV and both radio and TV broadcasts are being received. Should such noise appear, turn
off either the TV or the radio.

• If you are listening to an AM broadcast, turn the TV off. AM broadcast signals may not be received
due to interference from the TV.

L Before using the television, prepare the Remote Control

To use the remote control, insert batteries first.

Insert the batteries

Baterry

Pull up

With your thumbnail, pull up the slit as indicated by the arrow to remove the back cover. Insert two batteries

•
(size “AA”/1.5 V cc). Be sure to match the battery

Cover

e/d

terminals with the e/d marks inside the compartment.

Antenna Connections

Antennas

• The antenna requirements for good color television reception are more important than those for black
& white television reception. For this reason, a good quality outdoor antenna is strongly recommended.

The following is a brief explanation of the type of connections that are provided with the various
antenna systems:

1. A 75 ohm system is generally a round cable with F-type
connector that can easily be attached to a terminal without
tools (not supplied).

2. A 300 ohm system is a flat “twin-lead” cable that can be
attached to a 75 ohm terminal through a 300-75 ohm
ADAPTOR (not supplied).

75-ohm coaxial cable (round)

300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat)

F-type connector

5

Antenna Connections (Continued)

OUTDOOR ANTENNA CONNECTION

• Use one of the following two diagrams if you connect an outdoor antenna.
A: Using a VHF/UHF combination outdoor antenna.
B: Using separate VHF and/or UHF outdoor antenna.

• Connect an outdoor antenna cable lead-in to the COAXIAL CABLE CONNECTOR on the rear of
the TV set.

A. Combination VHF/UHF Antennas

VHF/UHF ANTENNA

300-ohm
twin-lead

VHF/UHF ANTENNA

75-ohm

coaxial cable

or

300/75-ohm
ADAPTOR
(Not supplied)

IN 1

COMPONENT

LINE

R

Y

OUT

AUDIO

L

PB

R

VIDEO

PR

L

REAR OF TV

B. Separate VHF/UHF Antenna

VHF
ANTENNA

or

UHF
ANTENNA

300-ohm
twin-lead

300-ohm
twin-lead

75-ohm coaxial

cable

COMBINER

(not supplied)

IN OUT

REAR OF TV

IN 1

COMPONENT

LINE

R

Y

OUT

AUDIO

L

P

B

R

P

R

VIDEO

L

NOTICE

F-type connector

75-ohm coaxial cable

CABLE TV (CATV) CONNECTION

• A 75 ohm coaxial cable connector is built into the set for easy hookup. When connecting the 75 ohm
coaxial cable to the set, screw the 75 ohm cable to the COAXIAL CABLE CONNECTOR.

• Some cable TV companies offer “premium pay channels”. Since the signals of these premium pay
channels are scrambled, a cable TV converter/descrambler is generally provided to the subscriber by
the cable TV company. This converter/descrambler is necessary for normal viewing of the scrambled
channels. (Set your TV on channel 3 or 4. Typically one of these channels is used. If this is unknown,
consult your cable TV company.) For more specific instructions on installing cable TV, consult your
cable TV company. One possible method of utilizing the converter/descrambler provided by your
cable TV company is explained below.
Please note: RF switch equipped with position A/B (not provided) is required.

“A” position on the RF switch (not supplied): You can view all unscrambled channels using the TV’s

“B” position on the RF switch (not supplied): You can view the scrambled channels via the converter/

RF switch (not supplied)

A

OUT

IN

B

Note:

•

Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch or combiner that might be required.

6

F-type connector should be finger tightened only

When connecting the RF cable to the TV set, do not tighten
F-type connector with tools.
If tools are used, it may cause damage to your TV set.
(The breaking of Internal circuit, etc.)

channel keys.

descrambler using the converter’s channel keys.

Two-set
signal
splitter
(not

OUT

Cable TV converter/

descrambler

(not supplied)

IN

supplied)

Cable TV Line

Quick Reference Control OperationQuick Reference Control Operation

Part Names

•

Front Panel

POWER

Press → On.

Press again → Off.

REMOTE CONTROL

SENSOR

MENU

Press → Accesses MAIN MENU.
Press again → Exits MAIN MENU.

VOLUME UP/DOWN

(k) Increases sound.
(l) Decreases sound.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

(a) Selects next higher channel.
(s) Selects next lower channel.

To open the door

Using the projection located under the "PULL-OPEN" indication,
pull and lift the door open.

To close the door

Using the projection, lower the door until closed.

Caution:

• When opening or closing the door, do not insert your fingers into
the gap between the door and front panel. This may result in an
injury.

Rear Panel

IN 1

COMPONE NT

LINE

R

Y

OUT

AUDIO

L

P

B

R

P

R

VIDEO

L

INSIDE DOOR

VIDEO/AUDIO
TERMINALS

IN 2

IN 1

COMP ON EN T

Y

P

B

P

R

LINE

R

OUT

AUDIO

L

R

VIDE O

L

LINE OUT (AUDIO) TERMINALS

ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT

TERMINAL

IN 1 (VIDEO/AUDIO) TERMINALS

COMPONENT (VIDEO) TERMINALS

Note:

• The TV set and remote control illustrations and the on-screen displays in this manual may differ from their actual
appearance.

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Quick Reference Control Operation

Quick Reference Control Operation (Continued)

Part Names

•

Basic Remote Control Functions

POWER

Press → On.
Press again → Off.

REMOTE KEYPAD

Accesses any channel from keypad.

FLASHBACK

Returns to previous channel.

PERSONAL PREFERENCE

With the Personal Preference buttons,
you can program your favorite
programs by using the 4 categories A,
B, C and D. The channels can be
accessed quickly by using these
buttons. (See page 33.)

VOLUME UP/DOWN

(k) Increases sound.
(l) Decreases sound.

• Changes or selects the TV
adjustments on On-Screen Display.

MENU

Press → Accesses MAIN MENU.
Press again → Exits MAIN MENU.

CATV/DVD-TV/VCR MODE
SELECT SWITCH

In TV/VCR position, signals sent will be
for TV and VCR control.
In CATV/DVD position, signals sent will
be for cable TV converter and DVD
control.

DVD/VCR CONTROL

See page 40.

POWER

TV

DVD

DISPLAY

VCR

1

2

4

5

7

8

FLASHBACK

0

PERSONAL PREFERENCE

A

B

C

CH

VOL

—

CH

MENU

REW

PLAY

PAUSE

STOP

TV • CATV • VCR • DVD

3

6

9

ENTER

100

D

CATV TV

DVD VCR

FF

CH/SKIP

REC

INPUT

VOL

+

MUTE

Infrared Transmitter Window

DISPLAY

Press → Displays receiving channel for
4 seconds.
Press again → Removes display.

• Temporarily displays receiving
channel when in Closed Caption
mode.

INPUT

Press → Switches to external video
INPUT 1 mode.
Press twice → Switches to external
video INPUT 2 mode.
Press 3 times → Switches to external
video INPUT 3 mode or COMPONENT
mode.
Press 4 times → Switches back to the
original TV mode. See page 38.

ENTER

Used in some instances where a Cable
Converter Box requires an “enter”
command after selecting channels,
when using the REMOTE KEYPAD
button. See page 40 .

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

(a) Selects next higher channel.
(s) Selects next lower channel.

• See pages 30–32 for Channel

Setting.

• Moves the “ E ” mark on the MENU

screens.

MUTE

Press → Mutes sound.
Press again → Restores sound.

• When sound is muted, CLOSED
CAPTION appears if available.

Note:

• The above shaded buttons on the Remote Control glow in the dark. To use the glow-in-the-dark display on the
remote control, place it under a fluorescent light or other lighting.

• The phosphorescent material contains no radioactive or toxic material, so it is safe to use.

• The degree of illumination will vary depending on the strength of lighting used.

• The degree of illumination will decrease with time and depending on the temperature.

• The time needed to charge the phosphorescent display will vary depending on the surrounding lighting.

• Sunlight and fluorescent lighting are the most effective when charging the display.

• The TV set and remote control illustrations and the on-screen displays in this manual may differ from their actual
appearance.

8

EZ SETUP during First Use

L When you turn on the TV for the first time, it will automatically

memorize the broadcast channels.
Please perform the following instructions before pressing the

POWER button.
(1) Insert the batteries into the remote control. (See page 5)
(2) Connect the antenna cable to the TV set. (See page 5 ~ 6)
(3) Plug in the AC POWER cord to the wall outlet.

1 Press

POWER

on the TV set or on the Remote Control to turn on

the TV. The SELECT LANGUAGE mode will be displayed.

(On the Set)

2 Press to select “ENGLISH”, “SPANISH

CH a/s

(Remote Control)

POWER

TV

(ESPAÑOL)” or “FRENCH (FRANCAIS)”.

CH

CH

3 Press to SET LANGUAGE and access EZ SETUP

VOL k/l

mode.

VOL—VOL

+

POWER

TV

DVD
VCR

DISPLAY

1

2

4

5

7

8

FLASHBACK

0

PERSONAL PREFERENCE

ABCD

CH

VOL

—

CH

MENU

SE

LLAANG GEUECT

E

NGL SHI

E

SPA OLÑ

F

RAN A SIC

S
S

INPUT

3

6

9

ENTER

100

VOL

+

MUTE

ELE T CH:
ET VOL+/ –:

C

POWER

VOLUME
(

k

)/(l)

CHANNEL
UP (a)/
DOWN (s)

8 / 9

(SELECT LANGUAGE mode)

SE

LLAANG GEUECT

E

NGL SHI

E

SPA OLÑ

F

RAN A SIC

S

ELE T CH:

C

S

ET VOL+/ –:

CO

NTANNT NA ORENE

C

CA

BLE

S T E

ZART SETUP?

S

TOP S ARTT

8 / 9

(EZ SETUP mode)

4 Press

VOL k

The tuner will automatically search for the broadcast
and cable TV channels. (The CH No. will automatically
increase when it appears.)

If you want to stop the EZ SETUP process once it has
started, press

and it will be canceled.

VOL l

If you want to SETUP again, please refer to page 29
on CH SETUP.

(START)

(STOP)

VOL

—

VOL

PL

EWAITASE

+

AU R

S

R

OG GTO P

AMM I N

5

21

TOP S ARTT

To cancel EZ SETUP

Press

VOL l

5 Once EZ SETUP is completed, the lowest channel number

memorized will be displayed.

2

Note:

• If EZ SETUP does not memorize all the channels in your region, please refer to page 30 for more

information on manually memorizing the channels using CHANNEL SETTING.

• It may be difficult to PRESET when the broadcast signals are weak, the channel cycle frequency is

incorrect or frequency jamming is occuring around the area. Please refer to pages 30 ~ 32 for more
information on manually memorizing the channels using CHANNEL SETTING.

9

Demo Mode

• To quickly learn more about the TV set, press and hold for

more than three seconds both and or

MENU

on the TV set. The TV set will go into DEMO mode and

briefly explain the various features.

• To cancel DEMO mode, again press and hold for more than

three seconds both or

Example:

DEMO mode display

CH a/s

MENU

CH s CH a

on the TV set.

(On the Set)

CH a/s

buttons

or

MENU
button

Note:

• Without signal on COMPONENT IN, video input and antenna in, the DEMO mode cannot be activated.

Accessing the MAIN MENU screen without Remote Control

• If you misplaced your Remote Control you can still access most settings via
the MAIN MENU screen when you press

• Some features of your TV set will not be accessible without the Remote Control.
If you lost your Remote Control, contact a Sharp Service Center for a
replacement.

MENU

on the TV set.

(On the Set)

10

MENU
button

Language

L The language for the ON SCREEN DISPLAY can be set to ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH.
L Setting the ON SCREEN DISPLAY Language.

1 Press

2 Press to move the “a” mark to “SETUP”.

3 Press to access SETUP mode.

4 Press to access LANGUAGE change mode.

MENU

to access the MAIN MENU screen.

CH a/s

VOL k/l

VOL k/l

CH

CH

VOL—VOL

VOL—VOL

MENU

SLEEP T IMER
VIDEO ADJUST
AUD I O AD JUST
AUD I O S ELE CT
CLOSED CAPT
PAREN
CH TSE UP
SETUP

TAL CON ROLT

ION

(MAIN MENU screen)

MENU

SLEEP T IMER
VIDEO ADJUST
AUD I O AD JUST
AUD I O S ELE CT
CLOSED CAPT
PAREN
CH TSE UP
SETUP

SET PU

LANG GUA E
ENERGY SAVE
BLUE SCREEN

+

TAL CON ROLT

ION

(SETUP mode)

ANG GUA E

L

ENGL HIS
ESPAÑOL
FRAN A ICS

+

(LANGUAGE change mode)

5 Press to select “ENGLISH”, “SPANISH

CH a/s

(ESPAÑOL)” or “FRENCH (FRANCAIS)”.

6 Press

MENU

to exit.

DIOMA

I

ENGL HIS
ESPAÑOL

CH

CH

FRAN A ICS

11

Sleep Timer

L You can preset your television to turn off automatically in increments of 30, 60, 90 or 120

minutes.

1 Press
2 Press to access SLEEP TIMER mode.

3 Press to set a sleep time of 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.

4 Press

MENU

to access the MAIN MENU screen.

VOL k/l

VOL k/l

MENU

to exit.

→

VOL—VOL

VOL—VOL

MENU

SLEEP T IMER
VIDEO ADJUST
AUD I O AD JUST
AUD I O SE LECT
CLOSED CAPT
PAREN

+

+

CH TSE UP
SETUP

(MAIN MENU screen)

SLEEP T IMER

12 M0AREM NI

(SLEEP TIMER mode)

TAL CON ROLT

ION

Note:

• To turn off the SLEEP TIMER, repeat the above SLEEP TIMER steps and select “– – – M REMAIN”

during step 3.

• While SLEEP TIMER is active, the time remaining will be briefly displayed on-screen at regular

intervals or when the remote’s DISPLAY key is pressed.

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Video Adjust

Description of Adjustment Items

Selected button button
item

VOL k

VOL k

VOL l

VOL l

PICTURE To increase contrast To decrease contrast
TINT To make skin tones greenish To make skin tones purplish
COLOR To increase color intensity To decrease color intensity
BRIGHT To increase brightness To decrease brightness
SHARP To increase sharpness To decrease sharpness
COLOR To choose a MH, HIGH, LOW or ML COLOR TONE.

TEMP.
RESET To return all adjustments to factory preset levels.

1 Press
2 Press to move the “a” mark to “VIDEO

MENU

to access the MAIN MENU screen.

CH a/s

ADJUST”.

→

3 Press to access PICTURE adjust mode.

4 Press to select the desired mode.

VOL k/l

VOL k/l

CH a/s

CH a/s

VOL—VOL

(Refer to the diagram below.)

PICTURE

RESET

: CH 8

TINT

COLOR TEMP.

: CH 9

COLOR

BRIGHT

SHARP

POWER

TV

DVD
VCR

DISPLAY

INPUT

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

ENTER

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PERSONAL PREFERENCE

A

B

C

CH

VOL

—

CH

MENU

CATV TV

DVD VCR

MENU

SLEEP T IMER
VIDEO ADJUST
AUD I O AD JUST

CH

CH

AUD I O SE LECT
CLOSED CAPT
PAREN

TAL CON ROLT
CH TSE UP
SETUP

VOLUME

D

(+)/(–)

VOL

+

CHANNEL

MUTE

UP (8)/
DOWN (9)

MENU

ION

(MAIN MENU screen)

+

PICTURE

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(PICTURE adjust mode)

CH

CH

VOL k/l

5 Press to adjust the setting.

VOL k/l

VOL—VOL

PICTURE

+

VOL UP (+)

increase contrast

VOL DOWN (–)
decrease contrast

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6 Repeat steps 4 to 5 to adjust other settings.

7 Press

Note:

• VIDEO ADJUST setting is available for AIR or CABLE/INPUT 1/INPUT 2 and COMPONENT respectively.

MENU

to exit.

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Audio Adjust

Selected item button button

VOL k

VOL l

TREBLE To increase treble response To decrease treble response

BASS To increase bass response To decrease bass response

BALANCE To emphasize the right speaker’s volume To emphasize the left speaker’s volume

RESET To return all adjustments to factory preset levels.

1 Press
2 Press to move the “a” mark to “AUDIO

3 Press to access TREBLE adjust mode.

4 Press to select the desired mode.

MENU

CH a/s

ADJUST”.

VOL k/l

CH a/s

to access the MAIN MENU screen.

→

VOL—VOL

MENU

SLEEP T IMER
VIDEO ADJUST
AUD I O AD JUST

CH

CH

+

AUD I O S ELE CT
CLOSED CAPT
PAREN
CH TSE UP
SETUP

(MAIN MENU screen)

(TREBLE adjust mode)

TAL CON ROLT

TRE E 0BL

ION

(Refer to the diagram below.)

TREBLE

BASS

BALANCE

RESET

CH

CH

5 Press to adjust the setting.

VOL k/l

6 Repeat steps 4 to 5 to adjust other settings.

7 Press

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MENU

to exit.

VOL—VOL

+

TRE E 0BL

Audio Select

L MTS (Multichannel TV Sound)

This circuit allows reception of stereo or bilingual TV sound.

L INTERNAL SPEAKER SWITCH

This function turns the TV’s internal speakers “ON” or “OFF” when listening to sound from
external speakers by using the AUDIO OUTPUT JACKS on page 39.

L FAO (Fixed Audio Output)

This function turns the TV’s internal speakers “OFF” and allows fixed audio output from the
AUDIO OUTPUT JACKS on page 39. With FAO, the TV’s volume control is disabled.

1 Press
2 Press to move the “a” mark to “AUDIO

MENU

to access the MAIN MENU screen.

CH a/s

SELECT”.

CH

→

CH

3 Press to access AUDIO SELECT mode.
4 Press to move the “a” mark to “MTS”,

5 Press to select “STEREO”, “SAP” or “MONO” when

VOL k/l

CH a/s

“SPEAKER” or “FAO”.

VOL k/l

VOL—VOL

+

CH

CH

→

the “a” mark is at “MTS” position.

MTS

STEREO

SAP

SPEAKER

ON

OFF

FAO

ON

OFF

VOL—VOL

MONO

6 Press

MENU

to exit.

MENU

SLEEP T IMER
VIDEO ADJUST
AUD I O AD JUST
AUD I O S ELE CT
CLOSED CAPT
PAREN
CH TSE UP
SETUP

(MAIN MENU screen)

AUD I O SE LECT

MTS :S AP

SPEAKER :ON
FAO F:O F

(AUDIO SELECT mode)

AUD I O SE LECT

MTS : STEREO

SPEAKER :ON
FAO F:O F

+

(AUDIO SELECT mode)

TAL CON ROLT

ION

Ex: Actual screen indicating ON AIR when receiving STEREO
broadcasts

Actual channel number
“← ON AIR” will appear next to STEREO or

SAP when receiving STEREO or SAP broadcasts.

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STE EO ON A I RR

SAP ON A I R

MON O

(CHANNEL call on screen)

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Audio Select (Continued)

L You can enjoy Hi-Fi stereo sound or SAP broadcasts where available.

• Stereo broadcasts
Live television transmission of sports, shows, concerts, etc. can be received in dynamic stereo
sound.

• SAP broadcasts
Television broadcast can be received with either MAIN or SAP sound.
MAIN sound: The normal program soundtrack. (Monaural or stereo where available.)
SAP sound: Second language, supplementary commentaries, etc. (SAP sound is monaural.)

L If stereo sound is difficult to hear.

• You can obtain clearer sound by manually switching to the fixed monaural mode.

Note:

• Once MONO mode is selected, the TV sound remains monaural even if the TV set receives a stereo
broadcast. You must switch the mode back to STEREO if you want to hear stereo sound again.

• MTS while in the INPUT mode does not change the type of sound; in this case, sound is determined
by the video source.

• If the “FAO ” mode is selected “ON”, the “SPEAKER” mode will automatically turn “OFF”.
“SPEAKER” selecting will not affect “FAO ” mode.

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Closed Caption

L HOW TO SET CLOSED CAPTION

• Your TV is equipped with an internal Closed Caption decoder. “Closed
Caption” is a system which allows you to view conversations, narration,
and sound effects in TV programs and home videos as subscript on
your TV screen as shown on the right.

• Not all the programs and videos will offer closed caption. Please look
for the “ ” symbol to ensure that captions will be shown.

• Closed Caption broadcast can be viewed in two modes: CAPTION
and TEXT. For each mode, two channels are available, CH1 and CH2:

The [CAPTION] mode subscripts dialogues and commentaries of TV
dramas and news programs while allowing clear view of the picture.
The [TEXT] mode displays over the picture other various information
(such as TV program schedule, weather forecast, etc.) that is
independent of the TV programs.

PERSONAL PREFERENCE

ABCD

CH

MENU

VOL

—

CH

VOL

+

MUTE

CATV TV

DVD VCR

VOLUME

(+)/(–)

CHANNEL
UP (8)/
DOWN (9)

MENU

1 Press
2 Press to move the “a” mark to “CLOSED

3 Press to access CLOSED CAPTION setting mode.

4 Press to move the “a” mark to either

5 Press to change the CLOSED CAPTION setting.

MENU

to access the MAIN MENU screen.

CH a/s

CAPTION”.

VOL k/l

CH a/s

“MODE” or “DATA”.

VOL k/l

MODE: DATA:

CAPTION

TEXT

OFF

CH 1

CH 2

→

VOL—VOL

VOL—VOL

CH

CH

CH

CH

MENU

SLEEP T IMER
VIDEO ADJUST
AUD I O AD JUST
AUD I O S ELE CT
CLOSED CAPT
PAREN
CH TSE UP
SETUP

TAL CON ROLT

ION

(MAIN MENU screen)

CLOSED CAPT I ON

MODE : C AP

DATA :CH1

+

+

(CLOSED CAPTION setting mode)

CLOSED CAPT I ON

MODE : C AP
DATA :CH1

CLOSED CAPT I ON

MODE : C AP

DATA :CH1

TION

TION

TION

6 Press

MENU

to exit.

Note:

•

If a broadcast has CLOSED CAPTION and the

MUTE

automatically. Pressing

•

CLOSED CAPTION may malfunction (white blocks, strange characters, etc.) if signal conditions are poor or if

again will return the set to its previous condition.

MUTE

button is pressed, the set enters [CAPTION] mode

there are problems at the broadcast source. This does not necessarily indicate a problem with your TV.

•

If any button is pressed to call up the ON SCREEN DISPLAY while viewing a CLOSED CAPTION broadcast, the
CLOSED CAPTION will disappear momentarily.

•

When viewing in TEXT mode, if no TEXT broadcast is being received, for some programs the screen may
become dark and blank. Should this occur, set the CLOSED CAPTION mode to “OFF”.

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Parental Control (V-CHIP Operation)

L V-CHIP

• This function allows you to restrict TV programs and also allows you to control TV usage based on
FCC data. This function is to prevent your children from watching violence or sexual scenes that may
be harmful.

• Restriction of TV programs includes two characters that contain information about the program’s
MPAA rating and the TV Parental Guidelines. MPAA is restricted by age. TV Parental Guidelines are
restricted by age and contents.

• Since a TV program may use either the MPAA rating or the TV Guidelines you should adjust both for
complete control.

[1] MPAA RATING

RATING

G GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.

PG PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for

age PG-13 PARENTAL STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate

base for children under 13.

R RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
NC-17 NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.

X X Rating is an older rating that is unified with NC-17 but may be encoded on

• MPAA RATING (Example)
Example 1.

“PG-13” in the age based RATING is blocked,
this will automatically block the high ratings
“R”, “NC-17”, “X” also.

1. User setting 2. Block table

G

– – – – –

PG

– – – – –

BLOCK

PG-13

BLOCK

R

BLOCK

NC-17

BLOCK

X

children.

older movie’s data.

not to

G

block
not to

PG

block
Select

PG-13

age

base

R

NC-17

X

block
auto-

block
auto-

block
auto-

block

Example 2.

“R” in the age based RATING is blocked, this
will automatically block the high rating “NC-
17”, “X” also.

1. User setting 2. Block table

G

– – – – –

PG

– – – – –

PG-13

R

NC-17

X

– – – – –

BLOCK

BLOCK

BLOCK

age

base

G

PG

PG-13

R

NC-17

X

not to
block

not to
block

not to
block

Select
block

auto­block

auto­block

Note:

• MPAA RATING is only age based ratings.

[2] TV PARENTAL GUIDELINES

content base

RATING

y

AGE D L S V FV

(Sexually (Adult (Sexual (Violence) (Fantasy

Suggestive Language) Situation) Violence)

Dialog)

x

TV-Y (All children) V –––––
TV-Y7 (Direct to Older Children) V ––––V

E

TV-G (General Audience) V –––––

Age TV-PG (Parental Guidance

base Suggested)

TV-14 (Parents Strongly

D

Cautioned)

VV V V V –

VV V V V –

TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) V – VVV –

V : Content Rating can be set.

– : Content Rating cannot be set (not normally broadcast by TV station).

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