Sharp Aquos LC-32G20S, Aquos LC-32G20E, Aquos LC-32B20S, Aquos LC-37B20S, Aquos LC-37G20E Operation Manual

LC-32B20E/LC-37B20E/LC-32G20E/LC-37G20E

LC-32B20S/LC-37B20S/LC-32B20S/LC-37B20S

LC-32B20E

ENGLISHDEUTSCHFRANÇAISITALIANO

D539WJZZ

LC-32B20S
LC-32G20E

OPERATION MANUAL / BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG / MODE D'EMPLOI / MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI / GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING / MANUAL DE MANEJO

LC-32G20S
LC-37B20E

LC-37B20S
LC-37G20E

LC-37G20S

LCD COLOUR TELEVISION
LCD-FARBFERNSEHGERÄT
TÉLÉVISEUR COULEUR À ÉCRAN

CRISTAUX LIQUIDES (LCD)
TELEVISORE A COLORI LCD
LCD-KLEURENTELEVISIE
TELEVISIÓN EN COLOR LCD

OPERATION MANUAL
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MODE D’EMPLOI
MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
MANUAL DE MANEJO

NEDERLANDS

ESPAÑOL

1

SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.

)5)

The mains lead of this product is fi tted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 13A fuse. Should the
fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse marked or

and of the same rating as above,
which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug, must be used.
Always refi t the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fi tted.
In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied, cut off the mains
plug and fi t an appropriate type.

DANGER:

The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off plug destroyed immediately and disposed of in a
safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted elsewhere into a 13A socket outlet, as a serious electric
shock may occur.
To fi t an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions below:

IMPORTANT:

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this product may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the plug terminal which is marked N or coloured black.

• The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the plug terminal which is marked L or coloured red.
Ensure that neither the brown nor the blue wire is connected to the earth terminal in your three-pin plug.
Before replacing the plug cover make sure that:

• If the new fi tted plug contains a fuse, its value is the same as that removed from the cut-off plug.

• The cord grip is clamped over the sheath of the mains lead, and not simply over the lead wires.
IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

OPERATION MANUAL

ENGLISH

• The illustrations and on-screen displays in this operation manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the
actual operations.

• The examples used throughout this manual are based on the LC-37B20E/LC-37G20E model.

Contents

ENGLISH

Contents .........................................................................................1

Introduction ....................................................................................2

Dear SHARP customer .............................................................2

Important Safety Precautions ....................................................2

Trademarks ...............................................................................2

Remote control unit...................................................................3

TV (Front view) ..........................................................................4

TV (Rear view) ...........................................................................4

Preparation ....................................................................................5

Supplied accessories ................................................................5

Attaching the stand unit ............................................................5

Inserting the batteries ................................................................6

Using the remote control unit ....................................................6

Cautions regarding the remote control unit ...........................6

Quick guide ....................................................................................7

Initial installation overview ..........................................................7

Before turning on the power......................................................8

Bundling the cables .............................................................8

Initial auto installation ................................................................9

Checking signal strength and channel strength ....................9

Watching TV .................................................................................10

Daily operation ........................................................................10

Switching on/off .................................................................10

Switching between analogue and digital broadcasts ..........10

Changing channels ............................................................10

Selecting external video source ..........................................10

Selecting Sound mode ......................................................10

EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) .........................................11

EPG Overview .........................................................................11

Useful settings for using EPG ..................................................11

Selecting a programme using EPG..........................................12

Timer recording using EPG .....................................................13

Cancelling the timer recording .................................................13

Teletext ...................................................................................14

Using the MHEG5 application (UK only) ..................................14

Connecting external devices ......................................................15

Introduction to connections .....................................................15

HDMI connection ...............................................................16

Component connection .....................................................16

S-VIDEO/VIDEO connection ..............................................16

SCART connection ............................................................17

Controlling devices with SCART using AV Link ..................17

Speaker/amplifier connection .............................................18

Inserting a CA Card .................................................................19

AQUOS LINK ................................................................................20

Controlling HDMI devices using AQUOS LINK .........................20

AQUOS LINK connection ........................................................21

AQUOS LINK Setup ................................................................21

Operating an AQUOS LINK device ..........................................22

Menu operation............................................................................23

What is the Menu? ..................................................................23

Common operations ..........................................................23

Basic adjustment .........................................................................24

Picture Settings .......................................................................24

AV Mode ............................................................................25

Audio Settings ........................................................................25

Power Save Settings ...............................................................25

Channel Settings .....................................................................26

Auto Installation .................................................................26

Digital channel settings ......................................................26

Analogue channel settings .................................................27

Password/Parental lock settings ........................................28

Language Settings (language, subtitle, multi audio) .................28

Useful Viewing functions ............................................................29

Selecting the WSS picture size automatically .....................29

Selecting the WSS picture size manually ............................29

Selecting the picture size manually .....................................29

Selecting the recording picture size manually .....................30

Selecting the HDMI picture size automatically ....................30

Other Picture and audio settings .............................................30

Adjusting image position ....................................................30

Reducing noise on the screen ............................................30

Automatic volume adjustment ............................................30

Clear Voice ........................................................................30

Audio Only .........................................................................30

Display Settings ......................................................................31

Channel display .................................................................31

Time and Title display ........................................................31

Other useful features ..................................................................32

Setting when using external devices .......................................32

Input source settings .........................................................32

Skipping specified input .....................................................32

Colour system settings ......................................................32

Additional features ..................................................................32

Connecting a PC ..........................................................................33

Connecting a PC ....................................................................33

Displaying a PC image on the screen ......................................33

Selecting the picture size ...................................................33

Adjusting the PC image automatically ................................34

Adjusting the PC image manually .......................................34

Selecting input resolution ........................................................34

RS-232C port specifications ...................................................35

PC compatibility chart .............................................................36

RS-232C command list...........................................................36

Appendix ......................................................................................37

Troubleshooting ......................................................................37

Updating your TV via DVB-T ...................................................38

Reset ......................................................................................38

Identification............................................................................38

Specifications .........................................................................39

Optional accessory .................................................................39

End of life disposal ..................................................................40

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• “HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.”

Introduction

• Cleaning—Unplug the AC cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. Use a damp cloth to clean the product.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

• Water and moisture—Do not use the product near water, such as bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink, laundry tub,
swimming pool and in a wet basement.

• Do not place vases or any other water-filled containers on this product.

The water may spill onto the product causing fire or electric shock.

• Stand—Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Doing so can cause the
product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. Use only a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When
mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Use only the mounting
hardware recommended by the manufacturer.

• When relocating the product placed on a cart, it must be moved with utmost care. Sudden stops,
excessive force and uneven floor surface can cause the product to fall from the cart.

• Ventilation—The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or
block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the
life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they
can block ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-in installation; do not place the
product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions are followed.

• The LCD panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is
dropped or impact applied. If the LCD panel is broken, be careful not to be injured by broken glass.

• Heat sources—Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves and other heat-generating
products (including amplifiers).

• 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 place the AC cord under the TV set or other heavy items.

• Do not display a still picture for a long time, as this could cause an afterimage to remain.

• There is power consumption always if main plug is connected.

• Servicing—Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to high
voltage and other dangerous conditions. Request a qualified person to perform servicing.

The LCD panel is a very high technology product, giving you fine picture details.
Due to the very large number of pixels, occasionally a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a
fixed point of blue, green or red.
This is within product specifications and does not constitute a fault.

Precautions when transporting the TV

When transporting the TV, never carry it by holding onto the speakers. Be sure to always carry the TV by two
people holding it with two hands — one hand on each side of the TV.

Thank you for your purchase of the SHARP LCD colour TV product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble­free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Precautions carefully before using this product.

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

• “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

• The “HD ready 1080P” Logo is a trademark of EICTA.

• The DVB logo is the registered trademark of the Digital Video Broadcasting - DVB - project.

Trademarks

Important Safety Precautions

Dear SHARP customer

• TruSurround XT, SRS and h symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.

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Introduction

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1 B (Standby/On) (Page 10)

2 Buttons for useful operations
m (Teletext)

ATV: Display analogue teletext. (Page 14)

DTV: Select MHEG-5 and teletext for DTV.

(Page 14)

k (Reveal hidden Teletext) (Page 14)
[ (Subtitle)

ATV/DTV/External: Switch subtitle

languages on/off. (Pages 14 and 28)

3 (Freeze/Hold)

Press to freeze a moving image on the

screen.

TELETEXT: Stop updating Teletext pages

automatically or release the hold mode.

1 (Subpage) (Page14)
v (Top/Bottom/Full)

Set the area of magnification in teletext

mode. (Page 14)

3 0 - 9 numeric buttons

Set the channel.
Enter desired numbers.
Set the page in teletext mode.

4

A (Flashback)

Press to return to the previous image in

normal viewing mode.

5 DTV

Press to access DTV mode.

6 ATV

Press to access conventional analogue TV

mode.

7 2

(Sound mode)

Select the sound multiplex mode. (Page 10)

8 i (k/l) (Volume)

Increase/decrease TV volume.

9

e (Mute)

TV sound on/off

10

f (WIDE MODE)

Select the wide mode. (Pages 29 and 33)

11 AV MODE

Select a video setting. (Page 25)

12

a/b/c/d (Cursor)

Select a desired item on the setting

screen.

OK

Execute a command within the menu

screen.

ATV/DTV: Display the programme list

when no other menu screen is running.

13 END

Exit the menu screen.

14 R/G/Y/B (Colour) buttons

On the menu screen, the coloured buttons

are correspondingly used to select the
coloured items on the screen. (e.g. EPG,
MHEG-5, TELETEXT)

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b (INPUT SOURCE)

Select an input source. (TV, EXT1, EXT2,

EXT3, EXT4, EXT5, EXT6, EXT7, EXT8)
(Page 10)

16 EPG

DTV: Display the EPG screen. (Pages 11

- 13)

17 RADIO

DTV: Switch between Radio and Data

mode.

• When only data broadcasting (no radio
broadcasting) is transmitted by DVB,
the radio broadcasting will be skipped.

18 P. INFO

Press to display programme information

which is transmitted through digital video
broadcasting in the upper left corner of
the screen. (DTV only)

19 P (

r/s)

Select the TV channel.

20

p (Display information)

Press to display the station information

(channel number, signal, etc.) in the upper
right corner of the screen. (Page 31)

21 SLEEP

Press to schedule a time for the TV to

automatically standby. (Page 26)

22 MENU

ATV/DTV: Menu screen on/off.

23

6 (Return)

Return to the previous menu screen.

24 ACTION (Action Mode)

This key does not work on this model.

25 AQUOS LINK buttons

If external equipment such as a AQUOS

BD Player is connected via HDMI cables
and is AQUOS LINK compatible, you can
use these AQUOS LINK buttons. See
pages 20 and 22 for details.

Remote control unit

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Introduction

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12 EXT 3 terminals
13 Headphones
14 SERVICE socket
15 COMMON INTERFACE slot
16 AC INPUT terminal

7 EXT 6 (HDMI/AUDIO) terminals
8 RS-232C terminal
9 EXT 8 (COMPONENT/AUDIO) terminals
10 EXT 2 (RGB) terminal
11 EXT 1 (RGB) terminal

1 EXT 4 (HDMI) terminal
2 EXT 5 (HDMI) terminal
3 EXT 7 (ANALOGUE RGB/AUDIO) terminals
4 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal
5 OUTPUT (AUDIO) terminals
6 Antenna terminal

TV (Front view)

TV (Rear view)

4

Remote control sensor

OPC sensor

OPC indicator

SLEEP indicator

B (Standby/On)
indicator

MENU button

a (Power) button

i

(k/l) Volume buttons

P (r/s)

Programme [channel] buttons

b (INPUT SOURCE) button

Preparation

Supplied accessories

Attaching the stand unit

• Before attaching (or detaching) the stand, unplug the AC cord from the AC INPUT terminal.

• Before performing work spread cushioning over the base area to lay the TV on. This will prevent it from being damaged.

CAUTION

• Attach the stand in the correct direction.

• Be sure to follow the instructions. Incorrect installation of the stand may result in the TV falling over.

1 Insert the stand into the openings on the
bottom of the TV. (Hold the stand so it will
not drop from the edge of the base area.)

2 Insert and tighten the 4 screws into the

4 holes on the rear of the TV.

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1

2

Confirm that there are 10 screws with the stand
unit.

1

Attach the supporting post for the stand unit
onto the base using the 6 screws with the screw
driver (supplied) as shown.

2

NOTE

• To detach the stand unit, perform the steps in reverse
order.

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Remote control unit

(g1)

AC cord (g1) Stand unit (g1)

Cable clamp (g1)

Pages 3 and 6 Page 5

Page 8Page 8

• Operation manual (This publication)

• “AAA” size battery (

g2) ... Page 6

Soft
cushion

Preparation

Inserting the batteries

Before using the TV for the first time, insert two “AAA” size batteries (supplied). When the batteries become
depleted and the remote control unit fails to operate, replace the batteries with new “AAA” size batteries.

Open the battery cover.

Insert two supplied “AAA” size batteries.

• Place batteries with their terminals corresponding

to the (k) and (l) indications in the battery
compartment.

Close the battery cover.

CAUTION

Improper use of batteries can result in chemical leakage or explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions below.

• Do not mix batteries of different types. Different types of batteries have different characteristics.

• Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new batteries or cause chemical
leakage in old batteries.

• Remove batteries as soon as they have worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If you find any
chemical leakage, wipe thoroughly with a cloth.

• The batteries supplied with this product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions.

• If you will not be using the remote control unit for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from it.

Note on disposing batteries:

The batteries provided contain no harmful materials such as cadmium, lead or mercury.
Regulations concerning used batteries stipulate that batteries may no longer be thrown out with the household
rubbish. Deposit any used batteries free of charge into the designated collection containers set up at commercial
businesses.

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Using the remote control unit

Use the remote control unit by pointing it
towards the remote control sensor. Objects
between the remote control unit and sensor
may prevent proper operation.

30° 30°

Cautions regarding the remote control unit

• Do not expose the remote control unit to shock.

In addition, do not expose the remote control unit to liquids, and do not place in an area

with high humidity.

• Do not install or place the remote control unit under direct sunlight. The heat may cause
deformation of the unit.

• The remote control unit may not work properly if the remote control sensor of the TV is
under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such case, change the angle of the lighting or
TV, or operate the remote control unit closer to the remote control sensor.

6

5 m

Remote control sensor

Quick guide

Initial installation overview

Follow the below steps one by one when using the TV for the first time. Some steps may not be necessary
depending on your TV installation and connection.

Preparation

 Connect antenna cable to the

antenna terminal. (Page 8)

 If necessary, insert CA card

into the CI slot to watch
scrambled broadcasts.
(Pages 8 and 19)

 Connect the AC cord to the

TV. (Page 8)

 Turn on the TV power with a.

(Page 10)

 Run the initial auto installation.

(Page 9)

4 Language setting

English

Italiano

Svenska

4 Country setting

Austria A B/G

Finland

FIN

B/G

Greece GR B/G

4 Channel search setting

Analogue SearchDigital Search

 Congratulations!

Now you can watch TV.

 If necessary, adjust the

antenna to attain maximum
signal reception. (Page 9)

 Connect external

devices such as a
DVD as instructed.
(Pages 15 - 17)

 Connect external

audio devices such
as speakers/amplifier
as instructed.
(Pages 15 and 18)

1

Power on and

run the auto

installation

2

Watch TV

3

Start searching

channels

Connect

external devices

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Before turning on the power

Quick guide

Supplying power to the antenna

You must supply power to the antenna in order to
receive digitally/terrestrially broadcast stations after
connecting the antenna cable to the antenna input
terminal on the back of your TV.

1. Press MENU and the menu screen displays.

2. Press c/d to select “Setup”.

3. Press a/b to select “Antenna Setup-DIGITAL”,

and then press OK.

4. Press a/b to select “Supply Voltage”, and then

press OK.

5. Press c/d to select “On”, and then press OK.

Setting the TV on the wall

• This TV should be mounted on the wall only with the wall mount bracket and attachment available from SHARP.
(Page 39) The use of other wall mount brackets may result in an unstable installation and may cause serious
injuries.

• Installing the LCD Colour TV requires special skill that should only be performed by qualified service personnel.
Customers should not attempt to do the work themselves. SHARP bears no responsibility for improper mounting
or mounting that results in accident or injury.

• You can ask a qualified service personnel about using an optional bracket and attachment to mount the TV to the wall.

• To use this TV mounted on a wall, first remove the adhesive tape at the 2 locations on the rear of the TV, and then use the
screws supplied with the wall mount bracket to secure the bracket to the rear of the TV.

• When you mount the TV on the wall, you should attach the supporting post.

Bundling the cables

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1. Carefully insert the
CI Module in the CI slot
with the contact side
forward.

Cable clamp

Bundle the

cables with the

clamp.

AC cord

Place the TV close to the

AC outlet, and keep the

power plug within reach.

Standard DIN45325
plug (IEC 169-2)
75 q coaxial cable

2. The logo on the CI
Module must be facing
forward from the rear of
the TV.

Quick guide

Initial auto installation

When the TV powers on for the first time after
purchase, the initial auto installation wizard appears.
Follow the menus and make the necessary settings
one after another.

Checking signal strength and
channel strength

If you install a DVB-T antenna for the first time or
relocate it, you should adjust the alignment of the
antenna to receive a good reception while checking the
antenna setup screen.

Press

MENU and the menu screen displays.

Press

c/d to select “Setup”.

Press

a/b to select “Antenna Setup-DIGITAL”,

and then press OK.

E

Checking signal strength

Press a/b to select “Signal Strength”.

Signal Strength

Supply Voltage

Channel Strength

Signal Strength

Quality

Current Max.0

CH No. 21

0

Current Max.0 0

E

Checking channel strength

Press a/b to select “Channel strength”, and

then press OK.

• You can input a specified frequency band using 0 - 9

numeric buttons.

Signal Strength

Supply Voltage

Channel Strength

Signal Strength

Quality

Current Max.0

CH No. 21

0

Current Max.0 0

2 6 5 . 2

MHz

Position and align the antenna so that the
maximum possible values for “Signal Strength”
and “Quality” are obtained.

NOTE

• The values of “Signal Strength” and “Quality” indicate when
to check the appropriate alignment of the antenna.

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4

Press a on the TV.

• The initial auto installation wizard appears.

Setting the on-screen display language

English

Italiano

Svenska

Setting the country (Location of TV set screen)

Austria A B/G

Finland

FIN

B/G

Greece GR B/G

• The Location of TV set screen only appears during
the first installation.

Starting channel search

Analogue SearchDigital Search

• If you want to search for more broadcasts, execute
“Auto Installation” again from the Setup menu.

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4

Confirm the following before turning on
the power

E Is the antenna cable connected?
E Is the AC cord plugged in?

Press a/b/c/d to select the desired language,
and then press OK.

Press a/b/c/d to select your country or area,
and then press OK.

Press c/d to select “Digital Search” or “Analogue
Search”, and then press OK.

The TV searches for, sorts and stores all the
receivable TV stations according to their
settings and the connected antenna.

• To abort the initial auto installation in progress, press

END

.

NOTE

• If you turn off the power on the TV after performing step 4,
the initial auto installation wizard does not appear. The auto
installation function allows you to execute the installation
again from the Setup menu. (Page 26)

• The initial auto installation wizard will go off if you leave
the TV unattended for 30 minutes before searching for
channels in step 5.

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Watching TV

TV indicator status

B indicator

Status

Off Power off

Green Power on

Red Standby

NOTE

• If you are not going to use this TV for a long period of time,
be sure to remove the AC cord from the power outlet.

• A small amount of electric power is still consumed even
when a is turned off.

Changing channels

With Pr/Ps: With 0 - 9:

Switching between analogue and
digital broadcasts

Selecting external video source

Once the connection is made, press
b to display the INPUT SOURCE
screen, and then press a/b to switch
over to the appropriate external source
with OK.

INPUT SOURCE

TV

EXT1

EXT2

EXT3

EXT4

EXT5

INPUT SOURCE

TV

EXT1

EXT2

EXT3

EXT4

EXT5

Selecting Sound mode

DTV mode:

E

If multi sound modes are received, each
time you press 2 the mode switches as
follows.

Audio (ENG) : STEREO

L/R L R LR

Audio (ENG) : CH A

CH A CH B CH AB

Audio (ENG) : MONO

E

Press c/d to select L or R sound when
the STEREO or DUAL MONO screen is
displayed.

Audio (ENG) : STEREO

L/R L R LR

NOTE

• The sound mode OSD disappears in 6 seconds.

• Selectable items vary depending on the received
broadcasts.

ATV mode:

Each time you press 2, the mode switches as
illustrated in the following tables.

NICAM TV broadcasts selection

Signal Selectable items

Stereo

NICAM STEREO, MONO

Bilingual

NICAM CH A, NICAM CH B, NICAM CH AB,
MONO

Monaural

NICAM MONO, MONO

A2 TV broadcasts selection

Signal Selectable items

Stereo

STEREO, MONO

Bilingual

CH A, CH B, CH AB

Monaural

MONO

NOTE

• When no signal is input, the sound mode will display
“MONO”.

• However, please bear in mind
that EPG data (electronic
programme guide) will be
lost, and programmed
timer recordings will not be
performed by the TV.

Daily operation

Switching on/off

Turning on/off the power

Press a on the TV.
Switch it off by pressing a on the TV.

E

Watching analogue
broadcasts

E

Watching digital
broadcasts

Standby mode

E

To standby mode

If the TV set is switched on, you can switch it to
standby by pressing B on the remote control.

E

Switching on from standby

From standby, press B on the remote control.

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Watching TV

EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)

EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) is a programme list that is displayed on the screen. With the EPG, you can
check the schedule of DTV/RADIO/DATA, view detailed information about them, tune to an event currently on-air
and set a timer for future events.

EPG Overview

E

Basic functions

E

Useful functions

E Select a programme using EPG (Page 12)
E Check programme information (Page 12)

E Search for a programme by category (Page 12)
E Search for a programme by date and time

(Page 12)
E Timer recoding using EPG (Page 13)

Useful settings for using EPG

Press MENU to display the menu screen.

Press

c/d to select “Digital Setup”.

MENU

[

Digital Setup

...

EPG Setup

]

Digital Setup Information

REC Picture Size

Download Setup

EPG Setup

Subtitle

CI Menu

[Yes]

[16:9 TV]

Press a/b to select “EPG Setup”, and then
press OK.

Yes No

EPG Setup

Display Range Setup

Genre Icon Setup

Press c/d to select “Yes” or “No”, and then
press OK.

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4

E

EPG Setup (setting for receiving EPG data)

If you want to use the EPG for digital stations, select
“Yes”. The EPG data must be automatically captured
while the TV set is in standby mode. After setting to
“Yes”, it may take some time to turn off the power
using the remote control due to the process of the data
capture.

NOTE

• If the TV main power is switched off, the EPG data will not
capture.

E

Display Range Setup

The Display range setup allows you to select three
types of time spans for display on the screen.

E

Genre Icon Setup

You can grey out or place a mark on desired genres
and smoothly search for programmes you frequently
watch.

Genre Icon List

Icon Genre Icon Genre

Movie/Drama Music/Ballet/Dance

News/Current affairs

Arts/Culture (without
music)

Show/Game show

Social/Political Issues/
Economics

Sports

Education/Science/
Factual Topics

Children’s/Youth
programmes

Leisure hobbies

Item

Wide Angle:

Display six hours of programme information.

Zoom: Display three hours of programme information.
Vertical Angle:

Change to the EPG display format with a

vertical time span.

Common Operation EPG display settings

11

Selecting a programme using EPG

3 Check programme information

Press a/b/c/d to select the programme you
want to check.

Press

R.

EPG [Mon]16/04 10:57 AM[DTV-TV] Today (Tue)20 (Wed)21 (Thu)22 (Fri)23 (Sat)24 (Sun)25 (Mon)26

040
10 : 00AM - 1 : 00 AM

BBC News 24 BBC News

Programme Info.

Back to EPG

The BBC’s rolling news service with headlines every 15 minutes.

10 AM 11 0 PM 1 2 3

BBC TWO 002

BBC THREE 007

BBC FOUR 010

BBC FIVE 012

CBBC Channel 030

BBC 1 061

BB22 062

BBC NEWS 24 340

BBCi 351

BBC ONE 999

SIT 1 994

SIT 4 997

This is BBC THREE

BBC NEWS BBC NEWS

BBC NEWS BBC NEWS

This is BBC THREE

BBCi BBCi

This is BBC THREE

R

Next

B

OK

: Select : Enter6: Back

EPG

: Exit

Press OK to tune to the selected programme.

4 Search a programme in a category

Press G.

Press

a/b to select the desired genre, and

then press OK.

Press

a/b to select a programme you want to

watch, and then press OK.

EPG [Mon]16/04 10:57 AM[DTV-TV] Today (Tue)20 (Wed)21 (Thu)22 (Fri)23 (Sat)24 (Sun)25 (Mon)26

Back to EPG

CBBC Cahnnel 030 time Mon 19/05 10 : 50 AM - 11 : 05 AM

BBC TWO 002 School is Lock Mon 19/05 10 : 50 AM - 11 : 10 AM

CBBC Cahnnel 030 Words and Pictures Mon 19/05 11 : 05 AM - 11 : 20 AM

R

OK

: Select : Enter6: Back

EPG

: Exit

Movie/Drama

News/Current affairs

Show/Game show

Sports

Children’s/Youth programmes

Music/Ballet/Dance

Arts/Culture (without music)

Social/Political Issues/Economics

Education/Science/Factual Topics

Leisure hobbies

Today [AM] Today [PM] [Tue] 20 AM [Tue] 20 PM

• Refer to page 11 for the genre setting.

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2

3

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2

3

5 Search for a programme by date/time

Press Y.

Press

c/d to select the desired time span and

then press OK.

EPG [Mon]16/04 10:57 AM[DTV-TV] Today (Tue)20 (Wed)21 (Thu)22 (Fri)23 (Sat)24 (Sun)25 (Mon)26

Search by Time

Back to EPG

10 AM 11 0 PM 1 2 3

BBC TWO 002

BBC THREE 007

BBC FOUR 010

BBC FIVE 012

CBBC Channel 030

BBC 1 061

BB22 062

BBC NEWS 24 340

This is BBC THREE

BBC NEWS BBC NEWS

BBC NEWS BBC NEWS

This is BBC THREE

R

Next

Next

B

OK

: Select

: Select Time

: Enter6: Back

EPG

: Exit

Enter +1 Week

G Y

OK

: Enter

0 AM ­6 AM

6 AM ­0 PM

0 PM ­6 PM

6 PM ­0 AM

Today

BBC ONE 999

SIT 1 994

SIT 4 997

This is BBC THREE

Press a/b to select the desired programme,
and then press OK.

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Basic Operation

E

Display the EPG screen

Selecting a programme

NOTE

• When you select a programme outside of the current time
span, the timer setting screen displays. (Page 13)

Press EPG.

EPG [Mon]16/04 10:57 AM[DTV-TV] Today (Tue)20 (Wed)21 (Thu)22 (Fri)23 (Sat)24 (Sun)25 (Mon)26

040
10 : 00AM - 1 : 00 AM

BBC News 24 BBC News

10 AM 11 0 PM 1 2 3

BBC TWO 002

BBC THREE 007

BBC FOUR 010

BBC FIVE 012

CBBC Channel 030

BBC 1 061

BB22 062

BBC NEWS 24 340

BBCi 351

SIT 3 996

BBC ONE 999

SIT 1 994

SIT 2 995

SIT 5 998

SIT 4 997

This is BBC THREE

BBC NEWS BBC NEWS

BBC NEWS BBC NEWS

This is BBC THREE

BBCi BBCi

This is BBC THREE

OK

: Select : Enter6: Back

EPG

: Exit Programme info. Search By Genre Search By Date Timer List

R G Y B

E

Select a programme

1 Press c/d to select the time

span you want to search.

• Continue to press d to display

programmes in the next time span.

2 Press a/b to select the desired programme.

• If a or b are displayed on the left of the services, continue to press
a/b to display next or previous screen.

E

Close the EPG screen

Press EPG again.

2

1

3 4 5

Programme Information

Watching TV

12

Watching TV

Timer recording using EPG

You can record TV programmes using data from the
EPG.

Press EPG

.

Press

a/b/c/d to select the programme you

want to record, and then press OK.

Press

c/d to select the preferred timer setting,

and then press OK.

EPG [Mon]16/04 10:57 AM[DTV-TV] Today (Tue)20 (Wed)21 (Thu)22 (Fri)23 (Sat)24 (Sun)25 (Mon)26

040
10 : 00AM - 1 : 00 AM

BBC News 24 BBC News

Programme Info.

Back to EPG

[Age 5 - 7] Paul Ewing reads the story of a bear
and a lunch and looks at the end sound the words
bug and dog.

R

Next

B

OK

: Select : Enter6: Back

EPG

: Exit

Watch Record No

• If you select “No”, the TV returns to the EPG screen.

E

Selecting “Watch” in the timer setup
screen

This setting allows you to switch to a programme at a
set time.

1

Press c/d to select “Watch”, and then press OK.

2

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press OK.

•

The selected TV programme is marked with an icon.

E

Selecting “Record” in the timer setup
screen

This setting allows you to record a programme at a set
time.

1

Press c/d to select “Record”, and then press

OK.

2

Press c/d to select the preferred timer recording

type, and then press OK.

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2

3

Item

AQUOS LINK:

Record a programme at a set time when a

device compatible with AQUOS LINK is connected.

AV LINK:

Record a programme at a set time when a

device compatible with AV LINK is connected.

VHS tape: Record a programme at a set time when a

device compatible with VHS tape is connected.

Cancelling the timer recording

Press EPG.

Press

a/b/c/d to select the programme on

timer setup, and then press OK.

Press

c/d to select “Cancel”, and then press

OK.

E

Cancelling using B button on the remote

control

Press EPG.

Press

B to display the timer recording screen.

Press

a/b to select a programme with a set

timer recording you want to change, and then
press OK.

Press

c/d to select “Cancel” and then press

OK.

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2

3

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2
3

4

NOTE

• Refer to pages 15-17 and 21 for connecting external
devices.

•

The selected TV programme is marked with an icon.

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Buttons for teletext operations

Buttons Description

P (

r/s)

Increase or decrease the page number.

Colour
(R/G/Y/B)

Select a group or block of pages displayed
in the coloured brackets at the bottom of the
screen by pressing the corresponding Colour

(R/G/Y/B) on the remote control unit.

0 - 9

Directly select any page from 100 to 899 by
using 0 - 9.

v (Top/
Bottom/Full)

Switch the Teletext image to Top, Bottom or
Full.

k (Reveal
hidden Teletext)

Reveal or hide hidden information such as an
answer to a quiz.

3 (Freeze/
Hold)

Stop updating Teletext pages automatically or
release the hold mode.

[ (Subtitle for
Teletext)

Display the subtitle or exit the subtitle screen.

• Subtitles will not be displayed when
the service does not contain subtitle
information.

1 (Subpage)

Reveal or hide subpages.

• R button: Move to the previous subpage.

• G button: Move to the following subpage.

• These two buttons are shown on the
screen by the signs l and k.

Using the MHEG5 application (UK
only)

Some services bring you programmes with the MHEG
(Multimedia and Hypermedia Expert Group) application
encoded, letting you experience DTV interactively.
When provided, the MHEG5 application will start when
you press m.

Sample MHEG5 screen

Watching TV

Teletext

What is Teletext?

Teletext broadcasts pages of information and
entertainment to specially equipped television sets.
Your TV receives Teletext signals broadcast by a TV
network, and decodes them into graphical format for
viewing. News, weather and sports information, stock
exchange prices and programme previews are among
the many services available.

Turning on and off Teletext

Select a TV channel or external source
providing a Teletext programme.

Press

m to display the Teletext.

• Many stations use the TOP operating system, while
some use FLOF (e.g. CNN). Your TV supports both
these systems. The pages are divided into topic
groups and topics. After switching on the teletext, up
to 2000 pages are stored for fast access.

• Each time you press

m, the screen switches as

shown below.

• Press

m again to display the Teletext on the right

screen and the normal image on the left screen.

• If you select a programme with no Teletext signal,
“No Teletext available.” displays.

• The same message displays during other modes if no
Teletext signal is available.

1

2

NOTE

• Teletext will not work if the selected signal type is RGB.
(See page 32)

TELETEXT

TELETEXT

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Connecting external devices

E

Before connecting ...

• Be sure to turn off the TV and any devices before making any connections.

• Firmly connect a cable to a terminal or terminals.

• Carefully read the operation manual of each external device for possible connection types. This also helps you
get the best possible audiovisual quality to maximise the potential of the TV and the connected device.

Introduction to connections

The TV is equipped with the terminals as showed below. Find the cable corresponding the TV’s terminal and
connect the device.

NOTE

• The cables illustrated in pages 15 to 18 are commercially available items.

HDMI device

(Page 16)

Game console or

camcorder (Page 16)

Video recording device

(Pages 16 and 17)

HDMI Cable

DVI/HDMI Cable

ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable

S-video cable*

AV cable*

Audio cable

Component cable

SCART cable

or

Audio cable

or

Optical audio cable

Audio device

(Page 18)

or

* When using an S-video cable, you also need to connect an audio cable (R/L).

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HDMI connection

Connecting external devices

The HDMI connections (High Definition Multimedia
Interface) permit digital video and audio transmission
via a connection cable from a player/recorder. The
digital picture and sound data are transmitted without
data compression and therefore lose none of their
quality. Analogue/digital conversion is no longer
necessary in the connected devices, which also would
result in quality losses.

DVI/HDMI conversion

Using an DVI/HDMI adapter cable, the digital video
signals of a DVD can also be played via the compatible
HDMI connection. The sound must be fed in
additionally.

Both HDMI and DVI use the same HDCP copy
protection method.

NOTE

•

If a connected HDMI device is AQUOS LINK compatible, you
can take advantage of versatile functions. (Pages 20 - 22)

• Video noise may occur depending on the type of HDMI
cable used. Make sure to use certified HDMI cable.

• When playing the HDMI image, the best possible format for
the picture will be detected and set automatically.

Supported video signal:

576i, 576p, 480i, 480p, 1080i, 720p, 1080p
See page 36 for PC signal compatibility.

You will enjoy accurate colour reproduction and
high quality images through the EXT 8 terminal
when connecting a DVD recorder or other recording
equipment.

Y PB

(CB)

LR PR

(CR)

COMPONENTAUDIO

Example of connectable devices

E VCR E DVD E Blu-ray player/recorder

Example of connectable devices

E DVD E Blu-ray player/recorder

Component connection

Y PB

(CB)PR(CR)

You can use the EXT 3 terminal when connecting to a
game console, camcorder, a DVD recorder and some
other equipment.

NOTE

•

When using an S-video cable, you also need to
connect an audio cable (R/L).

• EXT3: The S-VIDEO terminal has priority over the VIDEO
terminal.

Example of connectable devices

E VCR E DVD E Blu-ray player/recorder
E Game console E Camcorder

S-VIDEO/VIDEO connection

or

DVI/HDMI
adapter
cable

ø 3.5 mm

stereo

minijack

cable

HDMI cable

Audio cable

Component
cable

or

AV cable S-video cable

E

After connecting

HDMI Audio Select

After connecting, you must set the audio signal
compatible with the cable you use for the HDMI
device.

Go to MENU > Option > HDMI Audio Select

Select “Digital” for audio signals via the
HDMI terminal. Select “Analogue” for audio
signals via the AUDIO jack (EXT6).

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2

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SCART connection

Connecting external devices

E

When using the EXT 1 (SCART) terminal

E

When using the EXT 2 (SCART) terminal

If your VCR supports TV-VCR advanced AV Link
systems, you can connect the VCR using a fully wired
SCART cable.

Controlling devices with SCART using AV Link

This TV incorporates four typical AV Link functions for smooth connections between the TV and other audiovisual
equipment.

One Touch Play

While the TV is in standby mode, it automatically turns on and plays back the image from the audiovisual source
(e.g. VCR, DVD).

TV Standby

When the TV enters standby mode, the connected audiovisual equipment (e.g. VCR, DVD) enters standby mode
as well.

WYSIWYR (What You See Is What You Record)

When the remote control unit of the connected VCR has the WYSIWYR button, you can automatically start
recording by pressing the WYSIWYR button.

Preset Download

Automatically transfers the channel preset information from the tuner on the TV to the one on the connected
audiovisual equipment (e.g. VCR) via the EXT 2 terminal.

NOTE

• Refer to the operation manuals of external equipment the details.

• Only works when the audiovisual equipment is connected to the EXT 2 terminal on the TV with AV Link via a fully wired
SCART.

• The use of the AV Link function is only possible if the TV-set has enforced a complete auto installation with the connected
audiovisual equipment. (Page 9, initial auto installation)

The availability of the AV Link function depends on the audiovisual equipment used. Depending on the manufacturer and type

of equipment used, it is possible that the described functions may be completely or partially unusable.

Example of connectable devices

E Decoder

Example of connectable devices

E VCR E DVD recorder

NOTE

• In cases when the decoder needs to receive a signal from the TV, make sure to select the appropriate input terminal to which
the decoder is connected in “Manual adjust” in the “Analogue Setting” menu. (Page 27)

• TV-VCR advanced AV Link systems may not be compatible with some external sources.

• Do not connect the decoder to the EXT2 terminal.

• You cannot connect the VCR with Decoder using a fully wired SCART cable when selecting “Y/C” under the EXT2 in the
“Input Select” menu.

SCART cable

Decoder

SCART cable

SCART cable

DecoderVCR

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Connecting external devices

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

LR

AUX1 IN

LR

AUX OUT

Speaker/amplifier connection

Connect an amplifier with external speakers as shown below.

E

Connecting an amplifier with analogue

audio input

E

Connecting an amplifier with digital audio

input

E

After connecting

Digital audio output setting

After connecting an amplifier with digital audio input
and external speakers as shown, you should set an
audio output format compatible with the programme
you are watching or the device connected.

Go to MENU > Option > Digital Audio Output

> select “PCM” or “Dolby Digital”

Optical AUDIO
cable

Audio cable

18

Amplifier with

analogue audio input

Amplifier with

digital audio input

Inserting a CA Card

In order to receive coded digital stations, a Common
Interface Module (CI Module) and a CA Card must be
inserted in the CI slot of your TV set. (Page 8)
The CI Module and the CA Card are not supplied
accessories. They are usually available from your
dealer.

Inserting the CA Card into the CI Module

With the side with the gold coloured contact
chip facing the side of the CI Module marked
with the provider’s logo, push the CA Card
into the CI Module as far as it will go. Note the
direction of the arrow printed on the CA Card.

Inserting the CI Module in the CI slot

Carefully insert the CI Module in the CI slot with
the contact side forward.

The logo on the CI Module

must be facing forward from
the rear of the TV. Do not use
excessive force. Make sure
the module is not bent in the
process.

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2

Checking CI Module information

NOTE

• Make sure that the CI Module is properly inserted.

• This menu is only available for digital stations.

Press MENU and the menu screen displays.

Press

c/d to select “Digital Setup”.

• The content of this menu depends on the provider of
the CI Module.

Press a/b to select “CI Menu”, and then press
OK.

Press

a/b to select the following desired item,

and then press OK.

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2

3

4

Connecting external devices

E

Module

General information on CI Module displays.

E

Menu

Adjustment parameters of each CA CARD displays.

E

Enquiry

You can input numerical values such as passwords
here.

NOTE

• The content of each screen depends on the
manufacturer of the CI module.

Removing the CI Module

Remove the cover from the rear of
the set.

Remove the module from the set.

Replace the cover.

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Controlling HDMI devices using AQUOS LINK

What is AQUOS LINK?

Using the HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) protocol, with AQUOS LINK you can
interactively operate compatible system devices (AV amplifier, DVD, Blu-ray Disc device)
using a single remote control.

NOTE

• AQUOS LINK-compatible AQUOS BD Player, AQUOS AUDIO speaker system and AQUOS
Recorder are to be on sale after the release of this TV. (As of September 2007)

What you can do with AQUOS LINK

4 One Touch Recording (DTV only)

You do not have to search for the remote control of your recording device. Press the REC

E or REC STOP H buttons inside the flip cover to start/stop recording what you see on
the recorder.

4 One Touch Play

While the TV is in standby mode, it automatically turns on and plays back the image from
the HDMI source.

4 Single remote control operation

The AQUOS LINK automatically recognises the connected HDMI device and you can
control the TV and the devices as if using a universal remote control.

4 Operating Title list of external devices

In addition to displaying the TV’s own Timer list (Page 12), you can also call up the
external player’s Top menu or AQUOS BD Player’s/AQUOS Recorder’s Title list provided
that the devices support AQUOS LINK.

4 Multiple control of HDMI devices

You can select which HDMI device to operate using the OPTION button.

NOTE

• When you use AQUOS LINK, make sure to use a certified HDMI cable.

• Point the remote control toward the TV, not to the connected HDMI device.

• Video noise may occur depending on the type of HDMI cable used. Make sure to use a certified
HDMI cable.

• Up to 3 HDMI recording devices, one AV amplifier and two players can be connected using this
system.

• These operations affect the HDMI device selected as the current external source. If the device
does not operate, turn on the device and select the appropriate external source using b.

• When you insert/remove HDMI cables or change connections, turn on all connected HDMI
devices before turning on the TV. Confirm that picture and audio are correctly output by selecting
“EXT4”, “EXT5” or “EXT6” from the INPUT SOURCE menu.

AQUOS LINK

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Connecting an AQUOS BD
Player/AQUOS Recorder only

HDMI cable

AQUOS AUDIO

speaker system

Connecting an AQUOS BD Player/AQUOS Recorder via the
AQUOS AUDIO speaker system

HDMI cable

AQUOS BD Player/

AQUOS Recorder

HDMI cable

Optical AUDIO
cable

AQUOS LINK

AQUOS LINK Auto power on

If this is activated, the One Touch Play function
is enabled. While the TV is in standby mode, it
automatically turns on and plays back the image from
the HDMI source.

Press

MENU and the menu screen displays.

Press

c/d to select “Option”.

Press

a/b to select “AQUOS LINK Setup”, and

then press OK.

Press

a/b to select “Auto Power On”, and

then press OK.

Press

c/d to select “On”, and then press OK.

NOTE

• The factory default for this item is “Off”.

Selecting recorder

Here, you can select a recorder for the recording from
several connected recorders.

1
2
3

4

5

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in AQUOS LINK Auto
power on.

Press

a/b to select “Selecting Recorder”, and

then press OK.

Select the recorder, and then press OK

.

NOTE

• If you have connected the AQUOS AUDIO speaker system
between the TV and an AQUOS Recorder, the external
source’s indication changes from “EXT5” to “EXT5 (Sub)”.

Using Genre Info.

This function allows you to automatically switch to
the appropriate sound mode depending on the genre
information included the digital broadcast.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in AQUOS LINK Auto
power on.

Press

a/b to select “Using Genre Info.”, and

then press OK.

Press

c/d to select “On”, and then press OK.

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3

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AQUOS LINK Setup

AQUOS LINK connection

First connect the AQUOS AUDIO speaker system or an AQUOS BD Player/AQUOS Recorder that supports the
HDMI CEC protocol.

NOTE

• Refer to the operation manual of the device to be connected for further details.

• After unplugging connection cables or changing the connection pattern, first turn on the power of the TV with all relevant

device’s power turned on. Change the external input source by pressing b, select the appropriate external source and
verify the audiovisual output.

• The cables illustrated in the following explanation are commercially available items.

AQUOS BD Player/
AQUOS Recorder

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AQUOS LINK

Operating an AQUOS LINK device

AQUOS LINK allows you to operate the HDMI­connected device with one remote control.

Open the remote control’s flip cover.

Press PLAY

I to start playback of a title.

• See the right column, section “Playback of titles
using AQUOS LINK

” if you want to start playback
using the list of the titles of the AQUOS BD Player/
AQUOS Recorder.

Press FWD J to fast forward.

Press REV

G to reverse.

Press STOP

H to stop.

Press B to turn the HDMI-connected device

on/off.

Listening with the AQUOS AUDIO speaker
system

You can opt to listen to the TV sound only from the
AQUOS AUDIO speaker system.

Open the remote control’s flip cover.

Press

OPTION.

AQUOS LINK Menu

Recorder EPG

Top Menu/Title List

Media change

By AQUOS AUDIO SP

By AQUOS SP

Sound mode change

Model select

Press a/b to select “By AQUOS AUDIO SP”,
and then press OK.

• The sound from the TV speaker and headphone
terminal is silenced and only the sound from the
AQUOS AUDIO speaker system is audible.

Listening with the AQUOS TV speaker
system

You can opt to listen to the TV sound only from the
AQUOS TV speaker system.

Open the remote control’s flip cover.

Press

OPTION.

• The AQUOS LINK Menu displays.

Press a/b to select “By AQUOS SP”, and then
press OK.

Manually changing the AQUOS AUDIO
speaker system’s sound mode

Open the remote control’s flip cover.

Press

OPTION.

• The AQUOS LINK Menu displays.

Press a/b to select “Sound mode change”.

The sound mode changes every time you press

OK

.

• Refer to the operation manual of the AQUOS AUDIO
speaker system for details.

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3

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2

3

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2

3

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2

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4

Playback of titles using AQUOS LINK

This section explains how to play back a title in the
AQUOS BD Player/AQUOS Recorder.

Open the remote control’s flip cover.

Press

OPTION.

• The AQUOS LINK Menu displays.

Press a/b to select “Top Menu/Title List”, and
then press OK.

• The linked recorder now powers on and the TV
automatically selects the appropriate external input
source.

• The title list data from the connected AQUOS BD
Player/AQUOS Recorder displays.

Select the title with a/b/c/d, and then press

PLAY I.

Selecting media type for CEC-compatible
recorder

If your recorder has multiple storage media, select the
media type here.

Open the remote control’s flip cover.

Press

OPTION.

• The AQUOS LINK Menu displays.

Press a/b to select “Media change”, and then
press OK.

Select the desired medium, such as DVD or
HDD. The media type changes every time you
press OK

.

HDMI device selection

If multiple HDMI devices are connected in a daisy
chain, you can specify which device to control here.

Open the remote control’s flip cover.

Press

OPTION.

• The AQUOS LINK Menu displays.

Press a/b to select “Model select”, and then
press OK. The HDMI device changes every time
you press OK.

Recording via the AQUOS Recorder EPG
(only for recorders)

You can call up the CEC-compatible recorder’s EPG
and preset timer recordings using the TV’s remote
control.

Open the remote control’s flip cover.

Press

OPTION.

• The AQUOS LINK Menu displays.

Press a/b to select “Recorder EPG”, and then
press OK.

• The external input source switches and the recorder’s
EPG is displayed.

Select the programme to record.

• Refer to the operation manual of the recorder for
details.

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3

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4

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Menu operation

What is the Menu?

• You need to bring up the On-Screen Display to perform settings for the TV. The On-Screen Display for the settings is called
“Menu”.

• The Menu enables various settings and adjustments.

• The Menu can be operated with the remote control unit.

Common operations

1

MENU

[

Picture

]

Picture Audio

Contrast

OPC [Off]

Brightness

Colour

Tint

Sharpness

Advanced

Reset

[+30]

[0]

[0]

[0]

[0]

0

–30

–30

–30

–10

+40

+30

+30

+30

+10

Backlight [+14] –16

+16

DYNAMIC

MENU

[

Power Control

...

No Operation Off]

Power Control Setup

No Signal Off

No Operation Off

Ecology

Sleep Timer

[Disable]

[Disable]

Analogue SearchDigital Search

Display the Menu

Screen

Press MENU and the MENU screen
displays.

3

Exit the Menu

screen

The operation will exit the menu
screen if you press END before it is
completed.

2

Select an item

Press a/b/c/d to select/adjust the
desired menu, and adjust the item to
the desired level, and then press OK.

Press 6 to return to the previous
Menu page.

About the Guide Display

The Guide Display at the bottom of the screen shows
operations with an On-Screen Display.

The bar above is an operational guide for the remote control.
The bar will change in accordance with each menu setting
screen.

OK

: Select : Enter

MENU

: End

6

: Back

E

Selecting in the Menu

E

Selecting options

Operation without a remote control

This function is useful when there is
no remote control within your
reach.

Press

MENU briefly to display

the direct control screen.

Press

P r/s instead of

a/b or i k/l instead of c/d to select
the item.

Press

b to complete the setting.

NOTE

• The direct control menu screen will disappear if left
unattended for several seconds.

1

2

3

NOTE

• Menu options differ in the selected input modes, but the operating procedures are the same.

• The screens in the operation manual are for explanation purposes (some are enlarged, others cropped) and may vary slightly
from the actual screens.

• Items with

4 cannot be selected for various reasons.

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Film Mode

Automatically detects a film-based source (originally
encoded at 24/25 frames/second, depending on the
vertical frequency), analyses it and then recreates each
still film frame for high-definition picture quality.

Active Contrast

Automatically adjusts the contrast of an image
according to the scene.

3D-Y/C

Provide high quality images with minimal dot crawl and
cross colour noise by detecting changes in the image.

Picture Settings

Basic adjustment

Item

Off:

The brightness is fixed at the value set in Backlight.

On:

Automatically adjusts

On:Display:

Displays the OPC effect on the screen while

adjusting the brightness of the screen.

Automatically adjust the brightness of the screen.

NOTE

• When set to “On”, the TV senses the surrounding light and
automatically adjusts the backlight brightness. Make sure
no object obstructs the OPC sensor, which could affect its
ability to sense surrounding light.

Item

High: White with bluish tone
Mid-High:

Intermediate tone between High and Middle

Middle:

Natural tone

Mid-Low:

Intermediate tone between Middle and Low

Low:

White with reddish tone

This TV provides various advanced functions for
optimising the picture quality.

Colour T em p .

Film Mode

Active Contrast

3D-Y/C

Monochrome

Range of OPC

High

Mid-High

Middle

Mid-L o w

L o w

Colour Temp.

Adjust the colour temperature to give the best white
image.

Item

Standard: Normal adjustment
Fast:

Set the optimum image quality for fast-moving images.

Slow:

Set the optimum image quality for slow-moving images.

Off: No detecting

NOTE

• 3D-Y/C may not operate depending on the input signal
type or noisy input signal.

• 3D-Y/C has even more effect on composite video signals
(CVBS).

MENU

[

Picture

]

Picture Audio

Contrast

OPC [Off]

Brightness

Colour

Tint

Sharpness

Advanced

Reset

[+30]

[0]

[0]

[0]

[0]

0

–30

–30

–30

–10

+40

+30

+30

+30

+10

Backlight [+14] –16

+16

DYNAMIC

Adjust the picture to your preference with the following
picture settings.

Adjustment items

Selectable

items

c button d button

Backlight

The screen dims The screen brightens

Contrast

For less contrast For more contrast

Brightness

For less brightness For more brightness

Colour

For less colour intensity

For more colour
intensity

Tint

Skin tones become
purplish

Skin tones become
greenish

Sharpness

For less sharpness For more sharpness

OPC

Picture

Picture adjustments

Picture

Advanced

Picture

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Monochrome

For viewing a video in monochrome.

Range of OPC

The brightness level range of the OPC sensor’s
automatic adjustments can be set according to your
preferences. The adjustment range of the OPC sensor
can be set to a maximum of k16 and a minimum of
l16.

Selectable

items

Description

Max.

l16 through k16

Min.

l16 through k16

NOTE

• This function is available only when the “OPC” setting is set
to “On” or “On: Display”.

• The maximum setting cannot be set to a smaller number
than the minimum setting.

• The minimum setting cannot be set to a bigger number
than the maximum setting.

• The maximum and minimum settings cannot be set to the
same number.

•

Depending on the brightness of the surrounding light, the OPC
sensor might not operate if the adjustment range is small.

Audio Settings

You can adjust the sound quality to your preference
with the following settings.

Selectable

items

c button d button

Treble

For weaker treble For stronger treble

Bass

For weaker bass For stronger bass

Balance

Decrease audio from
the right speaker

Decrease audio from
the left speaker

MENU

[

Audio

]

Audio Power Control

Balance

Treble

Surround

Reset

[ 0]

[ 0]

–15

L

+15

R

[Off]

Bass

[ 0] –15

+15

DYNAMIC

This function allows you to enjoy realistic “live” sound.

Power Save Settings

MENU

[

Power Control

]

Power Control Setup

No Signal Off

No Operation Off

Ecology

Sleep Timer

[Disable]

[Disable]

When set to “Enable” the TV will automatically enter the
standby mode if there is no signal input for 15 minutes.

• Five minutes before the TV enters standby mode, the
remaining time displays every minute.

NOTE

• When a TV programme finishes, this function may not
operate.

Audio adjustment

Audio

Surround

Audio

No Signal Off

Power Control

Basic adjustment

AV Mode

AV Mode gives you five viewing options to choose from
to best match the system environment, which can vary
due to factors like room-brightness, type of programme
watched or the type of image input from external
equipment.

Press AV MODE.

Each time you press AV MODE, the mode
changes.

• You can also switch the mode on the “Picture” and

“Audio” menu screen by pressing AV MODE.

1
2

Item

STANDARD:

For a highly defined image in a normally

bright room.

MOVIE:

For viewing a movie in a darkened room.

GAME:

For playing of video games.

PC*:

For PC.

xvYCC**: Produce realistic colour on the TV screen unlike

any other signal.

USER:

Allows the user to customise settings as desired.

You can set the mode for each input source.

DYNAMIC (Fixed):

For a clear-cut image emphasising
high contrast for sports viewing. (The Picture and Audio
settings cannot be adjusted.) Each setting value cannot
be changed in this mode.

DYNAMIC:

For a clear-cut image emphasising high

contrast for sports viewing.

NOTE

• The item marked with * is available only when selecting
“EXT4”, “EXT5”, “EXT6” or EXT7” from the INPUT SOURCE
menu.

• The item marked with ** is available only when accepting
an xvYCC signal through an HDMI terminal.

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The TV will automatically enter the standby mode if no
operations are performed during the time span you set
(“30min.” or “3hr.”).

• Five minutes before the TV enters standby mode, the
remaining time displays every minute.

When set to “Yes” the TV activates the following power
saving mode.

• OPC set to “On” (Page 24)

• Standby Mode set to “Mode 2” (Page 32)

• No Signal Off set to “Enable” (Page 25)

• No Operation Off set to “3hr.” (Page 26)

Allows you to set a time when the TV automatically
switches to standby.

NOTE

• Select “Off” to cancel the sleep timer.

• When the time has been set, countdown automatically
starts.

• Five minutes before the preset of time expires, the
remaining time displays each minute.

No Operation Off

Power Control

Ecology

Power Control

Sleep Timer

Power Control

Basic adjustment

Channel Settings

Auto Installation

Auto Installation

Setup

The TV automatically detects and stores all available
services in your area. This function also allows you to
perform the channel setting for “Digital” and “Analogue”
individually and reconfigure the settings after the initial
auto installation has been completed.

After selecting “Yes” on the screen, you can set
language and channel search the same as in the
initial auto installation. Follow steps 2, 4 and 5
on page 9.

NOTE

• You cannot set the country setting in “Auto Installation”
in the Setup menu. If you want to reconfigure the country
setting, automatically execute initial auto installation after
executing “Reset” from the Setup menu.

• The current country setting is displayed on the screen.

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Digital channel settings

Programme Setup

Setup

Digital Setting

You can reconfigure DTV services settings
automatically or manually.

E

Additional Search

Use this menu to add new services automatically after
auto installation has been completed.

E

Manual Search

Add new services within a specified frequency band.

• Enter the frequency using 0 - 9 numeric buttons.

E

Manual Adjust

Configure various settings for each service using the
Colour (R, G, Y, B) buttons.

MENU

[

Setup

...

Programme Setup

...

Digital Setting

...

Manual Adjust

]

DTV 993

Service

No.

Old

LCN

EPG
Skip

CH

Skip

Lock

Service
Name

SIT 3

DTV 994 4 4 SIT 2

DTV 995 4 SIT 1

DTV 996 Monosco 576-2

DTV 997 Monosco 576-1

DTV 998 Color Bar 576i

DTV 999 HD Monosco

: Lock

R

: CH Skip

G

: EPG Skip

Y

: Sort

B

Press a/b to select the desired service.

Press the colour button on the remote control
corresponding with the item you want to
reconfigure.

• The 4 mark indicates the operation is set to on. Each
time the colour button is pressed, you can switch the
corresponding operation on/off.

1
2

Buttons for Manual Adjust operation

Lock: Press R button

.

When the service is locked, you must enter your PIN
whenever you tune to the service.

CH Skip: Press G button

.

Services with a 4 mark are passed over when
pressing Pr/s in the TV/remote control unit.

EPG Skip: Press Y button

.

Services with a 4 mark are passed over in the
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG).

Sort: Press B button

.

The item position of services can be sorted.

1 Press a/b to select the service whose item

position you want to move, and then press OK

.

DTV 994 4 4 SIT 2

DTV 995 4 SIT 1

2 Press a/b to move it to the desired position,

and then press OK

.

DTV 994

4 4

SIT 1

DTV 9954SIT 2

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 until all desired service

items are sorted.

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Basic adjustment

E

Sort

Channel positions can be sorted freely.

Press

c/d to select “Yes”, and then press OK.

Press

a/b/c/d to select the channel you

want to move, and then press OK.

Press

a/b/c/d to move it to the desired

position, and then press OK.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all desired channels
are sorted.

E

Erase Programme

An individual programme can be erased.

Press

c/d to select “Yes”, and then press OK.

Press

a/b/c/d to select the channel you

want to erase, and then press OK.

• A message screen pops up.

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press
OK to erase the selected programme. All the
subsequent programmes move up.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all desired channels
are erased.

1
2

3

4

1
2

3

4

Fine

Colour sys.

Sound sys. (Broadcasting systems)

Channels with “Skip” set to “On” are passed over when using
Pr/Ps even if selected while watching the image from the
TV.

When connecting a decoder to the unit, you need to select
EXT1 or EXT2.

NOTE

• “Off” is factory preset value.

You can block the viewing of any channel.

NOTE

• See “Child Lock” for setting a PIN.

• When Lock is set to “On” for a channel, “Child lock has
been activated.” displays, and the image and sound of the
channel are blocked.

• When pressing

6 while “Child lock has been activated.”

displays, the PIN input menu will display. Inputting the
correct PIN lifts the child lock temporarily until the power is
turned off.

Analogue channel settings

Programme Setup

Setup

Analogue setting

You can reconfigure Analogue TV channels settings
automatically or manually.

E

Additional search

Use this menu to add new channels automatically after
auto installation has been made.

• Start searching channels after selecting colour system and
sound system.

E

Manual Adjust

Use this menu to set up analogue TV channels
manually.

After selecting “Yes” on the screen, press

a/b/

c/d to select the channel you want to set and

the press OK.

You can adjust the frequency to the desired position.

NOTE

• Adjust while checking the background picture as a
reference.

• Instead of pressing

c/d to adjust the frequency, you

can set by directly entering the frequency number of the
channel with 0 - 9.

EXAMPLE

• 179.25 MHz: Press 1 s 7 s 9 s 2 s 5.

• 49.25 MHz: Press 4 s 9 s 2 s 5 s OK.

Select the optimum colour system to receive. (Auto,
PAL, SECAM)

Select the optimum sound systems (Broadcasting systems)
to receive. (B/G, D/K, I, L/L’)

Skip

Decoder

Lock

When a TV channel sends its Network Name, the Auto
Installation detects the information and assigns a name
to it. However, you can change individual channel names.

Press a/b/c/d to select each character of
the new name for the channel, and then press
OK.

Repeat step 1 above until the name is fully spelt
out.

NOTE

• The name can be 5 characters or less.

• If a channel name is less than 5 characters, select “END” to
set the channel name.

1

2

Label

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Basic adjustment

Password/Parental lock settings

Child Lock

Setup

Allows you to use a PIN to protect certain settings from
being accidentally changed.

Change PIN

Register a 4-digit password number to use the Child
Lock function.

Enter the 4-digit number as a PIN using

0 – 9.

Enter the same 4-digit number as in step 1 to
confirm.

• “The system PIN has been changed successfully”
displays.

NOTE

• To view a locked channel, you must enter the PIN. (See
pages 26 and 27 for locking channels from viewing in
analogue TV and DTV mode.) When you select a locked
channel, a PIN prompt message pops up. Press 6 to
display the PIN input window.

Cancel PIN

Allows you to reset your PIN.

NOTE

• As a precautionary measure, make a note of your PIN
on the back of this operation manual, cut it out and
keep it in a safe place that children cannot reach.

Parental rating

This function allows DTV services to be restricted.
It prevents children from watching violent or sexual
scenes that may be harmful.

NOTE

• “Universal viewing” and “Parental approval pref.” are ratings
used exclusively in France.

• Refer to page 40 for details about ratings.

1
2

Language

Setup

You can select a OSD language from the Setup
menu. Select from among 22 languages. (Czech,
Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French,
German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian,
Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Slovak,
Slovene, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish)

Language Settings (language,
subtitle, multi audio)

Subtitle

Digital Setup

Set up to 2 preferred subtitle languages (including
subtitles for the hearing impaired) to display if subtitles
are available.

NOTE

• Subtitles will not be displayed when the service does not
contain subtitle information.

Digital Audio Language

Option

Set up to 3 preferred multi audio languages to display if
the audio languages are available.

E

Switching the multi audio languages

Each time you press 2 on the remote control, the
audio language switches.

Key Lock

Option

This function allows you to lock the buttons on the
TV or remote control in order to prohibit children from
changing the channel or volume.

Item

Off: Unlock the buttons.
RC Control Lock:

Lock all buttons on the remote control.

Button Control Lock:

Lock the buttons except the power

switch on the TV.

NOTE

• You cannot set both “RC Control Lock” and “Button
Control Lock” at the same time.

Selectable items

E

1st language E 2nd language

E

For hearing impaired

E

Switching subtitle languages

E

Cancelling the lock

Press the MENU button on the TV and set to “Off” to
cancel the “RC Control Lock”. Press the MENU button
on the remote control and set to “Off” to cancel the
“Button Control Lock”.

• Refer to page 23 for menu operation using MENU button
on the TV.

Each time you press [ on the remote control, the
subtitle switches.

Set “For hearing impaired” to “Yes”

(For hearing impaired) 1st Language

2nd Language

Off

• • • • • • • •

Set “For hearing impaired” to “No”

1st Language 2nd Language

(For hearing impaired)

Off

• • • •

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Useful Viewing functions

WSS

Setup

WSS signal 4:3 screen

Selecting the WSS picture size
automatically

4:3 Mode

Setup

The WSS signal has 4:3 auto-switching that allows you
to select between Panorama and Normal.

Selecting the WSS picture size
manually

Item

Normal:

Normal range keeping 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio

Panorama:

Wide image without side bars

4:3 mode “Panorama”4:3 mode “Normal”

Selecting the picture size manually

You can select the picture size. Selectable picture size
varies with the type of signal received.

Basically, if you set WSS to “On” in the Setup menu,
the optimum Wide mode is automatically chosen for
every broadcast. You can however, change the screen
format manually as explained below.

NOTE

• Aside from manually changing the WIDE MODE as
explained herein, the TV may detect and select the
optimum WIDE MODE according to the signal received.

Press f.

• The WIDE MODE menu displays.

• The menu lists the WIDE MODE options selectable
for the type of video signal currently received.

Press f or a/b while the WIDE MODE menu
displays on the screen.

• As you toggle the options, each is immediately
reflected on the screen. There is no need to press

OK

.

1

2

NOTE

• Some items do not appear depending on the type of
received signal.

Item (for SD [Standard] signals)

Normal:

Keeps the original aspect ratio in a full screen

display.

Zoom 14:9: For 14:9 letterbox pictures. A thin side bar

appears on each side, and you may also see bars on
the top and bottom with some programmes

Panorama:

In this mode the picture is progressively

stretched toward each side of the screen.

Full: For 16:9 squeeze pictures.
Cinema 16:9: For 16:9 letterbox pictures. Bars may

appear on the top and bottom with some programmes.

Cinema 14:9: For 14:9 letterbox pictures. Bars may

appear on the top and bottom with some programmes.

Item (for HD [High-Definition] signals)

Full: Display with an Overscan image. Crops all sides of

screen.

Underscan:

Display with an Underscan image only when
receiving a 720p signal. Display with the High-Definition
image adjusted optimally. Noise may appear on the
edge of the screen with some programmes.

Dot by Dot: Displays an image with the same number

of pixels on the screen when receiving 1080i/1080p
signals only.

WSS allows a television to switch automatically among
the different screen formats.

NOTE

• Use WIDE MODE if an image does not switch to the
correct screen format. When the broadcast signal contains
no WSS information, the function will not work even if
enabled.

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You can use this menu to set the appropriate picture
size for viewing a 16:9 format TV programme on a 4:3
TV.

Selecting the recording picture size
manually

REC Picture Size

Digital Setup

Setting to “4:3 TV” Setting to “16:9 TV”

This function allows you to automatically change to the
appropriate picture size when viewing an HDMI signal
using the EXT 4, 5 and 6 terminals.

Selecting the HDMI picture size
automatically

HDMI Auto View

Setup

NOTE

• This function must be set before recording.

Other Picture and audio settings

Adjusting image position

Position

Setup

For adjusting a picture’s horizontal and vertical position.

Item

H-Pos.:

Centres the image by moving it to the left or right.

V-Pos.:

Centres the image by moving it up or down.

NOTE

• Adjustments are stored separately according to input
source.

• Depending on the input signal type or WIDE MODE setting,
a position setting may not be available.

Reducing noise on the screen

DNR

Option

DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) produces a clearer
image. (Off, High, Low)

Automatic volume adjustment

Auto Volume

Option

Different sound sources sometimes do not have the
same volume level, such as a programme and its
commercial breaks. The Automatic Volume Control
(Auto Volume) reduces this problem by equalizing
levels.

Clear Voice

Clear Voice

Option

This function emphasises speech against background
noise for greater intelligibility. It is not recommended for
music sources.

Audio Only

Audio Only

Option

When listening to music from a music programme, you
can set the TV off and enjoy audio only.

Item

Off:

Both screen images and audio are output.

On:

Audio is output without a screen image.

Useful Viewing functions

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Useful Viewing functions

Display Settings

Channel display

Time Display

Option

Item

On:

Display the clock time.

On (half-hourly):

Display the clock time in 30 minutes

increments.

Off:

Hide the clock time.

Time Format

You can select the time format (either 24HR or AM/PM)
for the clock time.

Game Play Time

Option

This function allows you to display the elapsed time on
the screen when AV MODE is set to “GAME”.

Item

On:

Under connecting a game console to the TV, the
elapsed time is displayed in 30-minute increments after
you start playing a game.

Off:

Hide the time.

Programme Title Display

Option

This function allows you to display programme
information on the screen including the title and airtime
by tuning a channel.

NOTE

• This function is available only when the DTV mode is
selected.

Time Display

This function allows you to display the clock time on
the lower right screen.

E

Time display in channel information

You can display the time information included in DTV
and Teletext broadcasts.

NOTE

• Skip step 1 if receiving DTV broadcasts.

Select a TV channel. (The time information is
automatically captured.)

Press

p. The channel display will appear on

the TV.

Press

p again within the several seconds

that the channel display is on the screen. Time
information will be shown on the lower-right
corner of the display for several seconds.

Even when you change the TV channel, you can
display the time information with steps 2 and 3
above.

NOTE

• If acquired successfully, the time information will appear in

the upper-right corner of the screen by pressing MENU.

1

2

3

4

You can display the channel information pressing p
on the remote control.

Subtitle 1/3 ENG :

New Information

Audio (ENG) STEREO :

Picture 1080i :

DTV

001

BBC2

Subtitle Teletext Off:

New Information

PAL I

NICAM STEREO

ATV

01

BBC1

DTV Mode ATV Mode

Time and Title display

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Other useful features

Setting when using external devices

Input Select

Option

Item

EXT 1:

Y/C, CVBS, RGB

EXT 2:

Y/C, CVBS, RGB

EXT 3:

Auto, S-VIDEO, VIDEO

For setting the signal type of external equipment.

Input source settings

NOTE

• If no (colour) image displays, try changing to another
signal type.

• Check the operation manual of the external equipment for
the signal type.

• When the signal type is set to “Auto”, the input terminal
where a cable is connected is automatically selected.

Input Label

Setup

You can assign each input source a label as you prefer.

Press

b to select the desired input source.

Go to MENU> Setup> Input Label.

Press

a/b/c/d to select each character of

the new name for the input source, and then
press OK.

A

BACK

CLEAR

END

K

U

B

L
V

C
M
W

D

DVD

N
X

E
O
Y

F
P
Z

G
Q

+

H
R

– _

I

S

.

J
T

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Repeat until the name is fully spelt out.

NOTE

• The name can be 6 characters or less.

• When you want to set an input source name of less than 6
characters, select “END” to set the name.

INPUT SOURCE

TV

EXT1

EXT2

EXT3

DVD

EXT5

EXT6

NOTE

• You cannot change labels if the input source is TV.

1
2
3

4

Skipping specified input

Input Skip

Setup

This setting allows you to skip the SCART, HDMI or
RGB input on the “Input Select” menu.

EXT 1 (SCART)

EXT 2 (SCART)

EXT 4 (HDMI)

EXT 5 (HDMI)

EXT 6 (HDMI)

EXT 7 (RGB)

Y es

No

You can change the colour system to one that is
compatible with the image on the screen.

NOTE

• The factory preset value is “Auto”.

• If “Auto” is selected, the colour system for each channel
is automatically set. If an image does not display clearly,
select another colour system (e.g. PAL, SECAM).

Additional features

Standby Mode

Setup

You can reduce the TV’s start-up time after turning on
the power with the remote control unit.

Item

Mode1:

The TV quickly starts up from standby.

30W or more of power consumption is required.

Mode2:

Power consumption is small during standby.

Colour system settings

Colour System

Option

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Connecting a PC

Connecting a PC

NOTE

• The PC input terminals are DDC1/2B-compatible.

• Refer to page 36 for a list of PC signals compatible with the
TV.

• Macintosh adaptor may be required for use for some
Macintosh computers.

• When connecting to a PC, the correct input signal type is
automatically detected except 1024 g 768 and 1360 g
768 signals.

PC

PC

RGB cable

EXT 7

ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable

ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable

EXT 7

Displaying a PC image on the screen

Selecting the picture size

You can select the picture size.

Press

f.

• The WIDE MODE menu displays.

Press f or a/b to select a desired item on
the menu.

NOTE

• Connect the PC before making adjustments.

• Selectable picture size may vary with input signal type.

1

2

Normal Full

Item

Full: An image fully fills the screen.
Cinema: For letter box pictures. Bars may appear on the

top and bottom with some programmes.

Normal:

Keeps the original aspect ratio in a full screen

display.

Dot by Dot: Displays an image with the same number of

pixels on the screen.

Analogue Connection

EXT 4 or 5

HDMI cable

EXAMPLE

PC

HDMI Connection

PC

EXT 6

DVI/HDMI conversion cable

ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable

RGB/DVI conversion cable

NOTE

• Refer to page 29 for AV signals (480i/480p/576i/576p/
720p/1080i/1080p). The analogue D-sub terminal (EXT7) is
not compatible with 480i/576i/1080p signals.

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Connecting a PC

Adjusting the PC image manually

Ordinarily you can easily adjust the picture as
necessary to change image position using Auto Sync.
In some cases, however, manual adjustment is needed
to optimise the image.

Press

a/b to select the specific adjustment

item.

Press

c/d to adjust the item to the desired

position.

1

2

Reset

H-Pos. [ 90] a b

a b

a b

a b

V-Pos.

Clock

Phase

[ 39]

[ 90]

[ 20]

Selecting input resolution

• Some input signals may have to be registered manually to
display properly.

• The pairs of input signals (resolutions) in the list below are
not distinguishable when received. In such cases, you have
to set the correct signal manually. After setting once, it will
display when the same signal (resolution) is input again.

1024 x 768

1360 x 768

NOTE

• You can only select the “Input Signal” on the Setup menu
when receiving one of the 2 input signals listed above.

(Example)

Item

H-Pos.:

Centres the image by moving it to the left or right.

V-Pos.:

Centres the image by moving it up or down.

Clock: Adjusts when the image flickers with vertical

stripes.

Phase:

Adjusts when characters have low contrast or

when the image flickers.

Fine Sync.

Setup

NOTE

• For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset
values, press a/b to select “Reset”, and then press OK.

• “Clock” and “Phase” in the “Fine Sync.” menu can be
adjusted only when inputting analogue signals.

Input Signal

Setup

Adjusting the PC image automatically

This function enables the screen to be automatically
adjusted to its best possible condition when the
analogue terminals of the TV and PC are connected
with a commercially available DVI/D-sub conversion
cable, etc.

30%

NOTE

• When “Auto Sync.” is successful, “Auto Sync completed
successfully” displays. If not, “Auto Sync.” failed.

• “Auto Sync.” may fail even if “Auto Sync completed
successfully” displays.

• “Auto Sync.” may fail if the computer image has low
resolution, has unclear (black) edges, or is moved while
executing “Auto Sync.”.

• Be sure to connect the PC to the TV and switch it on
before starting “Auto Sync.”.

• “Auto Sync.” can be executed only when inputting
analogue signals through the EXT 7 terminal.

Auto Sync.

Setup

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Connecting a PC

C1 C2 C3 C4 P1 P2 P3 P4

RS-232C port specifications

PC Control of the TV

• When a programme is set, the TV can be controlled from
the PC using the RS-232C terminal. The input signal
(PC/video) can be selected, the volume can be adjusted
and various other adjustments and settings can be made,
enabling automatic programmed playing.

• Use an RS-232C cable cross-type (commercially available)
for the connections.

NOTE

• This operation system should be used by a person who is
accustomed to using PCs.

Communication conditions

Set the RS-232C communications settings on the PC
to match the TV’s communications conditions. The
TV’s communications settings are as follows:

Baud rate:

9,600 bps

Data length:

8 bits

Parity bit:

None

Stop bit:

1 bit

Flow control:

None

Communication procedure

Send the control commands from the PC via the RS­232C connector.
The TV operates according to the received command
and sends a response message to the PC.
Do not send multiple commands at the same time.
Wait until the PC receives the OK response before
sending the next command.
Make sure to send “A” with the carriage return and
confirm that “ERR” returns before operating.

Command format

Command 4-digits: Command. The text of four
characters.
Parameter 4-digits: Parameter 0 – 9, blank, ?

0 0 5 5

1 0 0

– 3 0

0 0 0 9

0

? ? ? ?

?

O K

E R R

When “?” is input for some commands, the present
setting value responds.

Response code format

After sending the return code (0DH), make sure to send
line feed (0AH) as well.

Normal response

Problem response (communication error or incorrect
command)

Parameter

Input the parameter values, aligning left, and fill with
blank(s) for the remainder. (Be sure that four values are
input for the parameter.)
When the input parameter is not within an adjustable
range, “ERR” returns. (Refer to “Response code
format”.)

Return code (0DH)

Return code (0DH)

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RS-232C serial control cable
(cross type)

Eight ASCII codes eCR

Command 4-digits Parameter 4-digits Return code

Connecting a PC

PC compatibility chart

Resolution

Horizontal
Frequency

Vertical

Frequency

Analogue (D-

Sub)

Digital (HDMI) VESA Standard

VGA

640 g 480

31.5 kHz 60 Hz

4 4 4

SVGA

800 g 600

37.9 kHz 60 Hz

4 4 4

XGA

1024 g 768

48.4 kHz 60 Hz

4 4 4

WXGA

1360 g 768

47.7 kHz 60 Hz

4 4 4

SXGA

1280 g 1024

64.0 kHz 60 Hz

4 4 4

SXGA+

1400 g1050

65.3 kHz 60 Hz

4 4

NOTE

• This TV has only limited PC compatibility, correct operation
can only be guaranteed if the video card conforms exactly
to the VESA 60Hz standard. Any variations from this
standard will result in picture distortions.

VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA and SXGA+ are
registered trademarks of International Business
Machines Corporation.

CONTROL ITEM COMMAND PARAMETER CONTROL CONTENTS

POWER SETTING P O W R 0 _ _ _ POWER OFF

INPUT SELECTION A I T G D _ _ _ _ INPUT SWITCHING (TOGGLE)

I T V D _ _ _ _ TV (CHANNEL FIXED)

I D T V _ _ _ _ DTV (CHANNEL FIXED)

I A V D * _ _ _ EXT1 – 8 (1 – 8)

CHANNEL D C C H * * _ _ TV DIRECT CHANNEL (1 – 99)

C H U P _ _ _ _ CHANNEL UP

C H D W _ _ _ _ CHANNEL DOWN

D T V D * * * _ DTV DIRECT CHANNEL (1 to 999)

D T U P _ _ _ _ DTV CHANNEL UP

D T D W _ _ _ _ DTV CHANNEL DOWN

INPUT SELECTION B I N P 1 0 _ _ _ EXT1 (Y/C)

I N P 1 1 _ _ _ EXT1 (CVBS)

I N P 1 2 _ _ _ EXT1 (RGB)

I N P 2 0 _ _ _ EXT2 (Y/C)

I N P 2 1 _ _ _ EXT2 (CVBS)

I N P 2 2 _ _ _ EXT2 (RGB)

I N P 3 0 _ _ _ EXT3

I N P 3 1 _ _ _ EXT3 (S-VIDEO)

I N P 3 2 _ _ _ EXT3 (VIDEO)

AV MODE SELECTION A V M D 0 _ _ _ TOGGLE

A V M D 1 _ _ _ STANDARD

A V M D 2 _ _ _ MOVIE

A V M D 3 _ _ _ GAME

A V M D 4 _ _ _ USER

A V M D 5 _ _ _ DYNAMIC (Fixed)

A V M D 6 _ _ _ DYNAMIC

A V M D 7 _ _ _ PC

A V M D 8 _ _ _ xvYCC

A V M D ? ? ? ? 1 to 8

VOLUME V O L M * * _ _ VOLUME (0 – 60)

CONTROL ITEM COMMAND PARAMETER CONTROL CONTENTS

POSITION H P O S * * * _ H-POSITION (AV/PC)

V P O S * * * _ V-POSITION (AV/PC)

C L C K * * * _ CLOCK (0 - 180)

P H S E * * _ _ PHASE (0 - 40)

WIDE MODE W I D E 0 _ _ _ TOGGLE (AV)

W I D E 1 _ _ _ NORMAL (AV)

W I D E 2 _ _ _ ZOOM 14:9 (AV)

W I D E 3 _ _ _ PANORAMA (AV)

W I D E 4 _ _ _ FULL (AV)

W I D E 5 _ _ _ CINEMA 16:9 (AV)

W I D E 6 _ _ _ CINEMA 14:9 (AV)

W I D E 7 _ _ _ NORMAL (PC)

W I D E 8 _ _ _ CINEMA (PC)

W I D E 9 _ _ _ FULL (PC)

W I D E 1 0 _ _ DOT by DOT (AV/PC)

W I D E 1 1 _ _ UNDERSCAN (AV)

MUTE M U T E 0 _ _ _ TOGGLE

M U T E 1 _ _ _ MUTE ON

M U T E 2 _ _ _ MUTE OFF

SURROUND A C S U 0 _ _ _ SURROUND TOGGLE

A C S U 1 _ _ _ SURROUND ON

A C S U 2 _ _ _ SURROUND OFF

AUDIO CHANGE A C H A _ _ _ _ TOGGLE

SLEEP TIMER O F T M 0 _ _ _ OFF

O F T M 1 _ _ _ SLEEP TIMER 30 MIN

O F T M 2 _ _ _ SLEEP TIMER 1 HOUR

O F T M 3 _ _ _ SLEEP TIMER 1 HOUR 30 MIN

O F T M 4 _ _ _ SLEEP TIMER 2 HOUR

O F T M 5 _ _ _ SLEEP TIMER 2 HOUR 30 MIN

TEXT T E X T 0 _ _ _ TEXT OFF

T E X T 1 _ _ _ TEXT ON (TOGGLE)

D C P G * * * _ DIRECT PAGE JUMP (100 – 899)

RS-232C command list

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Appendix

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Solution

• No power.

• Check if you pressed

B on the remote control unit.

If the indicator on the TV lights up red, press

B.

• Is the AC cord disconnected?

• Check if you pressed

a on the TV.

• Unit cannot be operated. • External influences such as lightning, static electricity, etc., may cause improper
operation. In this case, operate the unit after first turning the power off, or
unplugging the AC cord and re-plugging it in after 1 or 2 minutes.

• Remote control unit does not

operate.

• Are batteries inserted with polarity (

e, f) aligned?

• Are batteries worn out? (Replace with new batteries.)

• Are you using it under strong or fluorescent lighting?

• Is a fluorescent light illuminated onto the remote control sensor?

• Picture is cut off. • Is the image position correct?

• Are screen mode adjustments (WIDE MODE) such as picture size made correctly?
(Pages 29 and 33)

• Strange colour, light colour, or
dark, or colour misalignment.

• Adjust the picture tone.

• Is the room too bright? The picture may look dark in a room that is too bright.

• Check the colour system setting. (Pages 27 and 32)

• Power is suddenly turned off. • The unit’s internal temperature has increased.

Remove any objects blocking the vent or clean.

• Is the sleep timer set? Select “Off” from the “Sleep Timer” menu. (Page 26)

• Is “No signal off” activated?

• No picture. • Are connections to external equipment correct? (Pages 15-17)

• Is the input signal type selected correctly after connection? (Page 32)

• Is the correct input source selected? (Page 10)

• Is a non-compatible signal being input? (Page 36)

• Is the picture adjustment correct? (Pages 24-25)

• Is the antenna connected properly? (Page 8)

• Is “On” selected in “Audio Only”? (Page 30)

• No sound. • Is the volume too low?

• Make sure that headphones are not connected.

• Check if you pressed

e on the remote control unit.

• The TV sometimes makes a
cracking sound.

• This is not a malfunction. This happens when the cabinet slightly expands and
contracts according to change in temperature. This does not affect the TV’s
performance.

Information on the software license for this product

Software composition

The software included in this product is comprised of various software components whose individual copyrights are held by SHARP or by

third parties.

Software developed by SHARP and open source software

The copyrights for the software components and various relevant documents included with this product that were developed or written

by SHARP are owned by SHARP and are protected by the Copyright Act, international treaties, and other relevant laws. This product also
makes use of freely distributed software and software components whose copyrights are held by third parties. These include software
components covered by a GNU General Public License (hereafter GPL), a GNU Lesser General Public License (hereafter LGPL) or other
license agreement.

Obtaining source code

Some of the open source software licensors require the distributor to provide the source code with the executable software components.

GPL and LGPL include similar requirements. For information on obtaining the source code for the open source software and for obtaining the
GPL, LGPL, and other license agreement information, visit the following website:

http://www.sharp-eu.com/gpl/

We are unable to answer any questions about the source code for the open source software. The source code for the software components

whose copyrights are held by SHARP is not distributed.

Acknowledgements

The following open source software components are included in this product:

• linux kernel • modutils • glibc • zlib • libpng

Cautions regarding use in high and low temperature environments

• When the unit is used in a low temperature space (e.g. room, office), the picture may leave trails or appear slightly delayed.
This is not a malfunction, and the unit will recover when the temperature returns to normal.

• Do not leave the unit in a hot or cold location. Also, do not leave the unit in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near a
heater, as this may cause the cabinet to deform and the LCD panel to malfunction.

Storage temperature:

e5°C to e35°C.

37

Appendix

Updating your TV via DVB-T

To ensure that your TV software version is always up to
date, from time to time SHARP will make updated TV
base software and DVB software available.

Reset

If complex adjustments are made so that the settings
cannot be restored to normal, you can reset the
settings to the factory preset values.

Downloading the software

If the software is updated, the confirmation message
“New download information has been detected.”
appears. You can select the method of update.

When you tune to the service that provides the
update, a confirmation message displays.

Follow the screen prompts.

1

2

Download Setup

Digital Setup

NOTE

• The TV must remain in standby mode for download. Do not
switch off the TV with the main power switch.

• Updating the software may take some time.

Message List

Information

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press OK.

• “Now, TV will restart automatically. OK?” displays on
the screen.

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press OK.

• “Now initialising...” displays on the screen and blinks.

• After the reset has completed, the power shuts
off and then comes back on. The screen will have
returned to its original settings.

Now initialising...

1

2

Reset

Setup

You can check the TV ID on the screen for reporting to
customer service.

Identification

Setup

Item

Yes: Search automatically if there is software available for

update when the TV is in standby mode.

No:

Do not search for update information.

Now:

Check whether or not there is a new software

immediately.

When software is detected in the “Download Setup”
menu and “No” is selected, you can update the
software from the “Message List” menu.

Press

c/d to select “Yes” after confirming the

message, and then press OK.

NOTE

• When the TV succeeds at downloading new software,
the message is updated in the “Message List” of the
“Information” menu.

• The software update will not be carried out if there is no
new software available at the specified download time.

Receiver Report

Information

Display reports regarding failures and changes for timer
settings.

Identification

Searching for updates*

* The country except UK and Sweden is set to “Yes” on
this function.
The TV automatically determines whether a new
software version is available when the TV is in standby
mode.

Item

Yes: Start downloading immediately. It takes

approximately one hour to update. You cannot carry out
other operations while downloading.

No:

Start downloading automatically several minutes
after entering standby mode. The Timer settings will be
executed.

• Cancel the download by pressing OK

on the remote
control when displaying “Discontinue” on the screen
during the update.

CLEARING THE PASSWORD

Go to MENU > Setup.

Press

a/b to select “Auto Installation”,

“Programme Setup”, “Child Lock”, “Reset”, and
the PIN input screen displays.

Press and hold both

CH r and VOL k on the

TV simultaneously until the message appears
on the screen.

1
2

3

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Appendix

Specifications

Item

32o LCD COLOUR TV,
Model: LC-32B20E, LC-32B20S,
LC-32G20E, LC-32G20S

37o LCD COLOUR TV,
Model: LC-37B20E, LC-37B20S,
LC-37G20E, LC-37G20S

LCD panel

32o Advanced Super View & BLACK TFT
LCD

37o Advanced Super View & BLACK TFT
LCD

Number of dots

6,220,800 dots (1920 g 1080 g 3 dots)

Video Colour System PAL/SECAM/NTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/PAL 60

TV Function TV-Standard Analogue CCIR (B/G, I, D/K, L/L’)

Digital DVB-T (2K/8K OFDM)

Receiving
Channel

VHF/UHF E2–E69ch, F2–F10ch, I21–I69ch, IR A–IR Jch (Digital: E5-E69ch)

CATV Hyper-band, S1–S41ch

TV-Tuning System Auto Preset 999 ch (ATV: 99 ch), Auto Label, Auto Sort

STEREO/BILINGUAL NICAM/A2

Brightness 450 cd/m

2

Backlight life 60,000 hours (at Backlight Standard position)

Viewing angles H : 176° V : 176°

Audio amplifier

10W g 2

Speaker

(40 mm g 100 mm) g 2 / Ø 20 mm g 2

Terminals Antenna

UHF/VHF 75 q Din type (Analogue & Digital)

RS-232C D-Sub 9 pin male connector

EXT 1 SCART (AV input, Y/C input, RGB input, TV output)

EXT 2 SCART (AV input/monitor output, Y/C input, AV Link, RGB input)

EXT 3 S-VIDEO (Y/C input), RCA pin (AV input)

EXT 4 HDMI

EXT 5 HDMI

EXT 6 HDMI, Ø 3.5 mm jack

EXT 7 15 pin mini D-sub, Ø 3.5 mm jack

EXT 8 COMPONENT IN: Y/Pb(Cb)/Pr(Cr), RCA pin (L/R)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT Optical SPDIF Digital audio output

C. I. (Common Interface) EN50221, R206001

OUTPUT RCA pin (Audio)

Headphones Ø 3.5mm jack (Audio output)

OSD language Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian,

Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Slovak, Slovene,
Spanish, Swedish, Turkish

Power Requirement AC 220–240 V, 50 Hz

Power Consumption 132W (0.5 W Standby) (Method IEC60107) 170W (0.5 W Standby) (Method IEC60107)

Weight 15.0 kg (Without stand),

18.0 kg (With stand)

18.0 kg (Without stand),

21.0 kg (With stand)

Operating temperature

0°C to k40°C

• As a part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for
product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production
units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.

NOTE

• Refer to the inside back cover for dimensional drawings.

No. Part name Part number

1 Wall mount bracket AN-37AG2

2 Attachment AN-37P30

Optional accessory

The listed optional accessories are available for the
LCD colour TVs. Please purchase them at your nearest
shop.

• Additional optional accessories may be available in the
near future. When purchasing, please read the newest
catalogue for compatibility and check the availability.

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A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households)

1. In the European Union

Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust bin!

Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that
requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment.
Following the implementation by member states, private households within the EU states may return their used
electrical and electronic equipment to designated collection facilities free of charge*. In some countries* your local
retailer may also take back your old product free of charge if you purchase a similar new one.
*) Please contact your local authority for further details.

If your used electrical or electronic equipment has batteries or accumulators, please dispose of these separately
beforehand according to local requirements.

By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary treatment,
recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which
could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.

2. In other Countries outside the EU

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.

For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even if you
don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the homepage of www.swico.ch or www.
sens.ch.

B. Information on Disposal for Business Users

1. In the European Union

If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it:

Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you about the take-back of the product. You might be charged
for the costs arising from take-back and recycling. Small products (and small amounts) might be taken back by
your local collection facilities.

For Spain: Please contact the established collection system or your local authority for take-back of your used
products.

2. In other Countries outside the EU

If you wish to discard of this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of
disposal.

Attention: Your product
is marked with this
symbol. It means that
used electrical and
electronic products
should not be mixed
with general household
waste. There is a
separate collection
system for these
products.

User­adjusted rating

Universal viewing

Parental approval pref.

Universal viewing

Parental approval pref.

X-rated

—

4

— —

——

Rating table for Child Lock

Broadcasted

rating

User­adjusted rating

Broadcasted

rating

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

AGE

Universal viewing

Parental approval pref.

X-rated

4

444 4 4 4

— — — — — — — — — —

4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4

— — — — — — — — — — — — — —

X-rated

4

—

4

40

480.0
480,0

(

776.0)/[898.0

(

776,0)/[898,0

( ) : LC-32B20E/LC-32G20E
LC-32B20S/LC-32G20S

[ ] : LC-37B20E/LC-37G20E
LC-37B20S/LC-37G20S

: LC-32B20E/LC-32G20E
LC-32B20S/LC-32G20S
LC-37B20E/LC-37G20E
LC-37B20S/LC-37G20S

]
]

99.0
99,0

94.6
94,6

]

]

638.0

638,0

[

[

/

/

)

)

572.0

572,0

(

(

300.0

300,0

]

581.0

[

/

)

517.0

(

(55.0)

)

)

130.0

130,0

(

(

]

581,0
[
/
)

517,0
(

(55,0)

]

156.7
[

[57.0]

[57,0]

]

156,7
[

(

701.5)/[824.4

(

701,5)/[824,4

]
]

300.0
300,0

]

]

464.0

464,0

[

[

/

/

)

)

396.0

396,0

(

(

]

]

369.0

[

[

/

)

)

332.0

(

(

369,0
/

332,0

276.0
276,0

15°

15°

:LC-32B20E/LC-32G20E
LC-32B20S/LC-32G20S
:LC-37B20E/LC-37G20E
LC-37B20S/LC-37G20S

LC-32B20E/LC-37B20E/LC-32G20E/LC-37G20E

LC-32B20S/LC-37B20S/LC-32B20S/LC-37B20S

D539WJZZ

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SHARP CORPORATION

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