Sharp AQUOS LC-37DB5U User Manual

LC-37DB5U

LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION

ENGLISH

OPERATION MANUAL

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

• Menu items that are not selectable are grayed out.

ENGLISH

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

Model No.:

Serial No.:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrow-head

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO

WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

CAUTION:

DO NOT PLACE THIS PRODUCT ON AN UNSTABLE CART, STAND, TRIPOD, BRACKET, OR TABLE. THE PRODUCT MAY FALL CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT. USE ONLY WITH A CART, STAND, TRIPOD, BRACKET, OR TABLE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR SOLD WITH THE PRODUCT. FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS WHEN INSTALLING THE PRODUCT AND USE MOUNTING ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. A PRODUCT AND CART COMBINATION SHOULD BE MOVED WITH CARE. QUICK STOPS, EXCESSIVE FORCE, AND UNEVEN SURFACES MAY CAUSE THE PRODUCT AND CART COMBINATION TO OVERTURN.

WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

CAUTION:

This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-37DB5U This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

RESPONSIBLE PARTY:

For Business Customers: URL

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135 TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP

http://www. sharpusa. com

INFORMATION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: —Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. —Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. —Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. —Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eia.org

Trademarks

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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

• Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc. Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP5510752 and 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.

• BBE Mach3Bass extends the bass response of a given loudspeaker and provides deep, tight and musically accurate bass frequencies.

DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER

Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp Liquid Crystal Television. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Instructions carefully before using this product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However, improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your Liquid Crystal Television, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with

one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the

point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the

apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged

in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Additioinal Safety Information

15) Power Sources — This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the

marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

16) Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can

result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17) Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may

touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

18) Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel under the following conditions:

a) When the AC cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.

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

restore the product to its normal operation, e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.

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

20) Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

21) Wall or ceiling mounting — When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product according to the method recommended by the manufacturer.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

• Stand — Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base 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.

• 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 Liquid Crystal panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the panel breaks.

• Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• The Liquid Crystal panel is a very high technology product with 3,147,264 thin film transistors, giving you fine picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green or red. Please note that this does not affect the performance of your product.

Precautions when transporting the TV

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

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

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC —NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

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

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product.

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place the AC cord under the TV set or other heavy items.

• Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the wall outlet before handling.

• Use a soft cloth and gently wipe the surface of the display panel. Using a hard cloth may scratch the panel surface.

• Use a soft damp cloth to gently wipe the panel when it is really dirty. (It may scratch the panel surface when wiped strongly.)

• If the panel is dusty, use an anti-static brush, which is commercially available, to clean it.

• To protect the panel, do not use a dirty cloth, liquid cleaners or chemical cloth to clean it, such materials may damage the panel surface.

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

QUICK REFERENCE

STOP! To safely remove the AQUOS television from the box

It’s best to use 2 people to remove the AQUOS television for stability.

1. Use the cardboard holders on either side of the AQUOS television to remove it from the box.

2. Remove the cardboard; however, keep the wrapping on the AQUOS television to protect it while moving.

3. Lift onto installation location as the diagram illustrates.

Ventilation & Cleaning Tips

Keep your AQUOS television in a well ventilated area and make sure not to place it by a heat source or use near water. The AQUOS television is designed for AC use only and should be used with supplied AC cord.

Clean the screen by spraying a soft lint free cloth with water to lightly moisten. Gently wipe and avoid pressing on the screen. To clean the outer cabinet, use the same method. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

The screen is glass and can be scratched or broken when dropped or impacted.

QUICK INSTALLATION TIPS

1. Facing the back of the AQUOS television, remove

the terminal cover.

Press down the upper hooks to remove the cover toward you.

4. Place the Ferrite core in the space indicated in the below figure and bundle the cords properly with a cable clamp and cable tie, and close the terminal cover.

2. Attach your antenna to the back of the TV. (See page 13.)

3. Connect the AC plug for the AQUOS television into the wall outlet.

CAUTION

• TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

TOUCH UN-INSULATED PARTS OF ANY CABLES WITH THE AC CORD CONNECTED.

5. How to turn on the AQUOS television for the first

time. A) Press POWER on AQUOS television.

POWER

B) POWER indicator on the front of the AQUOS

television lights GREEN.

POWER indicator

NOTE

• Speaker cannot be detached from the TV.

• TV angle cannot be adjusted.

QUICK REFERENCE

If the remote control fails to operate TV functions, replace the batteries in the remote control unit.

1 Open the battery cover.

2 Insert two “AAA” size batteries

3 Close the battery cover.

(supplied with the product).

• Place the batteries with their terminals

corresponding to the (e) and (f) indications in the battery compartment.

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 are worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries that come in contact with

skin 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 batteries from it.

23⬘ (7 m)

30°30°

Remote control sensor

IMPORTANT:

The POWER indicator on the AQUOS television should light GREEN indicating you have power to the AQUOS television.

If the POWER indicator on the AQUOS television still does not light up, press TV POWER on the remote control to turn the power on.

IMPORTANT:

IF THE UNIT DOES NOT POWER ON - UNPLUG THE AQUOS TELEVISION FROM THE OUTLET AND REPEAT THE INSTALLATION STEPS.

IF YOU STILL ENCOUNTER NO POWER, PLEASE CONTACT US AT 1-800-BE-SHARP.

Please refer to the BASIC ADJUSTMENT SETTINGS SECTION for EZ setup and basic channel setup functions and USING EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SECTION for other device connections (DVD, VCR, AUDIO, etc) in your AQUOS operation manual.

Contents

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ……………………… 1 Trademarks …………………………………………… 2 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER …………………………3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ……………3 QUICK REFERENCE ………………………………… 6 Contents ………………………………………………8 COPYRIGHT AND LICENSE NOTICE …………… 8 Supplied accessories ……………………………… 9 Part names ………………………………………… 10

TV (Front) ……………………………………… 10 TV (Rear) ……………………………………… 11 Remote control unit …………………………… 12

Preparation ………………………………………… 13

Using the remote control unit ………………… 13

Cautions regarding remote control unit … 13

Antennas ……………………………………… 13

Watching TV ……………………………………… 14

Turning on the power ………………………… 14 Turning off the power ………………………… 14 Initial setup ……………………………………… 15 Simple button operations

for changing channels …………………… 16

Simple button operations

for changing volume/sound ……………… 17 Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode ……………… 18 Setting Digital broadcasting audio mode …… 18

Basic adjustment settings ……………………… 19

Menu items ……………………………………… 19 EZ Setup ………………………………………… 20 Channel Setup ………………………………… 20 Antenna Setup – DIGITAL …………………… 21 Standby Mode ………………………………… 22 Favorite channel setting ……………………… 22 Language setting ……………………………… 22 Picture adjustments …………………………… 23

OPC setting ………………………………… 23

Advanced picture adjustments ………… 24

Color temperature ………………………… 24

Black ……………………………………… 24

3D-Y/C ……………………………………… 24

Monochrome ……………………………… 24

Film Mode (3:2 pull-down) ……………… 24 Sound adjustment ……………………………… 25 Surround ………………………………………… 25 Power Control ………………………………… 26 Digital Setup …………………………………… 26

Audio Setup ……………………………… 26

Using external equipment ……………………… 27

Displaying an external equipment image 27 Connecting a DVD player or Digital TV

STB (Air or Cable) …………………… 28

Connecting a VCR, game console or

camcorder …………………………… 28 Using Digital Audio Output ……………… 28 Connecting HDMI equipment …………… 29 Displaying an image from HDMI

equipment……………………………… 29

Useful adjustment settings ……………………… 30

Image position ………………………………… 30 Moving the picture on the screen …………… 30 Input Select …………………………………… 31 Input Label ……………………………………… 32 Picture flip ……………………………………… 32 AV MODE ……………………………………… 33 View mode for 4:3 Programs ………………… 33 Digital Noise Reduction ……………………… 34 Audio Only ……………………………………… 34 Output Select …………………………………… 34 Quick Shoot …………………………………… 34 Color System …………………………………… 35 Program Title Display ………………………… 35 Sleep Timer …………………………………… 35 Closed Captions and Digital

Closed Captions …………………………… 36

Caption Setup ………………………………… 37 Secret number setting for parental control … 38 Parental control (setting V-CHIP level) ……… 40 How to temporarily release

the V-CHIP BLOCK ……………………… 43

Reactivating the temporarily released

V-CHIP BLOCK …………………………… 43

Other viewing options …………………………… 44

Freezing images ……………………………… 44 Presetting remote control function …………… 44

Appendix ………………………………………… 48

Removing the stand …………………………… 48 Setting the TV on the wall …………………… 48 Troubleshooting ………………………………… 49 Troubleshooting-Digital broadcasting ……… 49 RS-232C port specifications ………………… 50 Specifications ………………………………… 52

Dimensional drawings …………………………… 53

• It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.

• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. U. S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; 6,381,747; and 6,516,132.

Supplied accessories

Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.

Remote control unit (g1) “AAA” size battery (g2)

Page 7

AC cord (g1)

Page 6

Operation manual (g1)Cable Clamp (g1) Cable tie (g1)

Page 6 Page 6

NOTE

• Always use the AC cord supplied with the TV.

• AC cord enclosed in this product is for 110-125V. In using it on the 125-240V AC, please consult to the following.

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 6100 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 230, Miami, Florida 33126, U.S.A.

Part names

TV (Front)

Channel buttons

(CHs/r)

Volume buttons (VOLl/k )

INPUT button

POWER (On/Off) button

NOTE

** See page 14 for TV status indicator.

OPC sensor*

Remote control sensor

POWER indicator**

OPC indicator*

*OPC: Optical Picture Control

(See page 23.)

Part names

TV (Rear)

INPUT 3

terminals

INPUT 1

terminals

MONITOR OUTPUT terminals

INPUT 2 terminals

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT

Antenna input terminal (ANALOG)

Antenna input terminal (DIGITAL)

AC INPUT terminal

SYSTEM RESET**

RESET*

RS-232C terminal

INPUT 4 terminals

* Press RESET if the TV cannot return to its original state after performing various operations.

• AV MODE resets to DYNAMIC (Fixed)

• TV channel returns to initial channel setting (Air: 2ch, Cable:1 or 2ch)

• Audio setting initializes

• Surround resets to Off

• Image position initializes

** Press SYSTEM RESET if the TV does not operate after starting up.

NOTE

• Pressing RESET will not work if the TV is in standby mode.

• Pressing RESET will not delete channel preset or secret number. See page 39 for clearing the secret number when you know it. See page 54 for initializing to the factory preset values when you forget your secret number.

Part names

Remote control unit

114

2 3

11 23

13 27

1TV POWER: Switch the TV power on or standby. (See

page 14.)

2 DISPLAY: Display the channel information. 3 SOURCE POWER: Turns the power of the external

equipment on and off.

4 External equipment operational buttons: Operate the

external equipment.

50 – 9: Set the channel. (See page 16.) 6 • (DOT) (See page 46.) 7 INPUT: Select a TV input source. (TV, INPUT 1, INPUT

2, INPUT 3, INPUT 4) (See pages 27 and 31.)

8VOL 9 SURROUND: Select Surround settings. (See page 17.) 10 FREEZE: Set the still image. Press again to return to

normal screen. (See page 44.)

11 EXIT: Turn off the menu screen. 12 SLEEP: Set the sleep timer. (See page 35.) 13 AUDIO: Selects the MTS/SAP or the audio mode during

multi-channel audio broadcasts. (See page 18.)

14 FUNCTION: Switches the remote control for TV, CBL/

SAT, VCR, DVD and AUDIO operation. Indicator lights up for the current mode. (See pages 44 to 47 for details.) * To enter the code registration mode, you need to press

15 LIGHT

control unit will light. The lighting will turn off if no operations are performed within about 5 seconds. This button is used for performing operations in low-light situations.

16 VIEW MODE: Select the screen size. (See page 33.) 17 ENT: Enters a channel selection when choosing with

the 0-9 buttons.

18 FLASHBACK: Return to the previous channel or input

external mode. (See page 16.)

19 CH 20 MUTE: Mute the sound. (See page 17.) 21 MENU: Display the menu screen. 22 a/b/c/d/ENTER: Select a desired item on the screen. 23 RETURN: Return to the previous menu screen. 24 FAVORITE CH

A, B, C, D: Select four preset favorite channels in four

different categories. (See page 22 for details.)

l: Set the volume. (See page 17.)

FUNCTION and DISPLAY at the same time.

: When pressed all buttons on the remote

s: Select the channel. (See page 16.)

NOTE

• When using the remote control unit, point it at the TV.

While watching, you can toggle the selected channels by pressing A, B, C and D.

25 FAVORITE: Register favorite channel. (See page 22.) 26 CC: Display captions during closed-caption source.

(See page 36.)

27 AV MODE: Select an audio or video setting.

(STANDARD, MOVIE, GAME, USER, DYNAMIC (Fixed), DYNAMIC.) (See page 33.)

Preparation

Using the remote control unit

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

Cautions regarding 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 remote control unit.

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

Antennas

To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. The following is a brief explanation of the types of connections that are used for a coaxial cable. If your outdoor antenna uses a 75-ohm coaxial cable with an F-type connector, plug it into the antenna terminal at the rear of the TV set.

1. A 75-ohm system is generally a round cable with F-type connector that can easily be attached to a terminal without tools (Commercially available).

2. A 300-ohm system is a flat “twin-lead” cable that can be attached to a 75-ohm terminal through a 300/75-ohm adapter (Commercially available).

NOTICE

F-type connector

F-type connector should be finger-tightened only.

When connecting the RF cable to the TV set, do not tighten F-type connector with tools. If tools are used, it may cause damage to your TV set.

75-ohm coaxial cable

(The breaking of internal circuit, etc.)

Connecting Antenna Cable

Cable without a CATV

Cable TV lead-In

converter

Combination

VHF/UHF antenna

Home Antenna

terminal (75-ohm)

F-type connector

75-ohm coaxial cable (round)

300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat)

Separate VHF/UHF

antenna

75-ohm coaxial cable (round)

300-ohm twin-lead (flat)

VHF

UHF

ANTENNA

300-ohm twin-lead

75-ohm coaxial cable

300/75-ohm adapter (commercially available)

300-ohm twin-lead

Combiner (commercially available)

IN OUT

Coaxial cable

(commercially

available)

signal splitter (commercially available)

Watching TV

Simple operations for watching a TV program

POWER indicator

POWER

TV POWER (On/Standby)

Turning on the power

Press POWER on the TV, or TV POWER on the remote control.

• POWER indicator (Green): The TV is on. (After a few seconds, a window appears with sound.)

NOTE

• The initial setup starts when the TV powers on for the first time. If the TV has been turned on before, the EZ Setup will not be invoked. See page 20 for performing EZ Setup from the Setup menu.

Turning off the power

Press POWER on the TV, or TV POWER on the remote control.

• The TV enters standby mode and the image on the screen disappears.

• The POWER indicator on the TV gradually turns off.

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.

• Weak electric power is still consumed even when POWER is turned off.

TV status indicator (POWER)

OFF/Standby

Lighting (Green)

Lights off

TV status indicator (OPC/DL)

“Off” is selected in OPC setting

“On” or “On: Display” is selected in OPC setting

• See page 23 for details.

Lights off

Lighting (Green)

Watching TV

Initial setup

When you turn on the TV for the first time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels where you live. Perform the following steps before you press TV POWER on the remote control unit.

1. Insert the batteries into the remote control unit. (See page 7.)

2. Connect the antenna cable to the TV. (See page 13.)

3. Plug in the AC cord to the AC outlet. (See page 6.)

Language setting

Select from among 3 languages: English, French and Spanish.

Press a/b to select the desired language listed on the screen, and then press ENTER.

Language

Air/Cable

CH Search

Standby Mode setting

English

Français

Español

Select the standby setting. (See page 22.)

Language

Standby Mode

Air/Cable

CH Search

Mode 1

Mode 2

Channel search

Channel auto search makes the TV look for all channels viewable in the set area.

Press c/d to select “Yes” for ANALOG, then press b to move down. Press c/d to select “Yes” for DIGITAL (Air), then press b to move down. Select “Search Start”, and then press ENTER.

Language

Standby Mode

Air/Cable

CH Search

ANALOG Yes

DIGITAL (Air)NoYes No

Search Start

Example

CH Search

ANALOG [ ]25 [ ]20

FoundAir

Mode 1: Starting TV is quick from standby. Mode 2: Power consumption is small at the standby.

Antenna setting

Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV when selecting “Air” or “Cable”.

Press c/d to select “Air”, “Cable” for ANALOG. Press ENTER to enter the setting.

Example

Language

Standby Mode

Air/Cable

CH Search

ANALOG

Air

CH Search

DIGITAL [ ]25 [ ]20

Air ANALOG

FoundAir

Audio : MONO

NOTE

• If no channel is found, make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV and try EZ setup again. (See page

20.)

Watching TV

22.

Air Air DIGITAL

22.1

Air

Simple button operations for changing channels

You can change channels in several ways.

Method 1

Using CHr/s on the remote control unit or on the TV.

Method 2

1. Press FLASHBACK to switch to the previously tuned

channel.

2. Press FLASHBACK again to switch back to the

currently tuned channel.

NOTE

• FLASHBACK will not work if no channel has been changed after TV is turned on.

Method 3

Using remote control buttons 0–9, • (DOT) to select channels for VHF/UHF/CATV/DIGITAL.

To select a 1 or 2-digit channel number (e. g., Channel 5):

Press 5s ENT

Air

NOTE

• When selecting a 1-digit channel number, it is not necessary to press 0 before the number.

• When you enter 0–9 only, channel selection will be made if there is no operation for a few seconds.

Air ANALOG

To select a 3-digit channel number (e. g., Channel 115):

Press 1s1s5

Cable

Cable ANALOG

115

To select a 4-digit channel number (e. g., Channel 22.1):

Press 2 s2s• (DOT) s1s ENT

NOTE

• When you enter 0–9 only, channel selection will be made if there is no operation for a few seconds.

• If you push “0” by itself, nothing will happen.

• Complete the above steps within a few seconds.

• When you enter 0–9 and • (DOT), channel selection will be made if there is no operation for a few seconds.

Watching TV

Surround : Off

Surround : On

Simple button operations for changing volume/sound

■ Changing the volume

You can change the volume on the TV or on the remote control unit.

VOL l/k

■ Using VOL

• To increase the volume, press VOL

• To decrease the volume, press VOL

Volume adjustment

■ Using MUTE on the remote control unit

Mutes the current sound output.

• Within 30 minutes of pressing MUTE, mute can be canceled by using one of the methods below.

• Mute will cancel if you press VOL l/k or MUTE.

• Mute will be canceled after 30 minutes have passed. However, the TV will not suddenly output a loud sound as the volume level is set to 0 automatically.

Press MUTE.

•“M” will be displayed on the screen for 30

minutes, and the sound is silenced.

Mute

NOTE

• VOL l/kon the TV operates the same as VOL k/l on

the remote control unit.

Audio status

specified

Output Select

VariableFixed

Variable sound

Output device

MONITOR

OUTPUT

* When “Output Select” is set to “Variable”, the indicator on

the screen changes as shown below.

Constant as

NOTE

• See page 34 for details on the Output Select function.

■ Using SURROUND on the remote control

unit

SURROUND produces Surround effect from the

speakers. Each time you press SURROUND, the mode changes between On and Off.

Surround sound options

• On: Makes it possible to enjoy natural, realistic

surround sound.

• Off: Outputs the normal sound.

NOTE

• You can have the same settings by choosing “Surround” on the menu items. (See page 25.)

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