Thank you for your purchase of the SHARP LCD colour TV product. To ensure safety and many years of
trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Precautions carefully before
using this product.
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Important Safety Precautions
• 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-fi lled containers on this product.
The water may spill onto the product
causing fi re 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.
• The LCD panel used in this product
is made of glass. Therefore, it can
break when the product is struck
forcefully or with a sharp object. 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
amplifi ers)
• To prevent fi re, never place any type
of candle or naked fl ames on the
top or near the TV set.
• To prevent fi re or shock hazard, do
not place the AC power cord under
the TV set or other heavy items.
• Do not place heavy objects on this
product or stand on it. Doing so
could cause injury if the product
overturns. Take special care near
children and pets.
• When relocating the product
placed on a cart, it must be moved
with utmost care. Sudden stops,
excessive force and uneven fl oor
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
insuffi cient 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 is a very high technology product
with 2,073,600 thin fi lm transistors, giving you fi ne
picture details.
Due to the very large number of pixels, occasionally
a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen
as a fi xed point of blue, green or red.
This is within product specifi cations and does not
constitute a fault.
Precautions when
transporting the TV
Be sure to always carry the TV
by two people holding it with two
hands — one hand on each side
of the TV.
• Do not display a still picture for a long time, as this could
cause an afterimage to remain.
• Install the product on the place where the AC cord can
be unplugged easily from the AC outlet, or from the AC
INPUT terminal on the rear of the product.
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Supplied accessories
Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.
Remote control unit“AAA” size battery (g2)AC cord
Used with batteries inserted.
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Cable clamp
For bundling cables.
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Protective cover (g2)
Restraining
brackets
Operation manual
Safety restraints
Screws for
brackets
Always use the AC cord supplied with
the TV.
Clamps
Page 11
Screws for
clamps
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Trademarks
• TruSurround XT, SRS and
TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
• “HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.”
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symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
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Part names
TV (Front/Top/Side)
LC-42GX3H (Top)LC-46GX3H/LC-52GX3H (Side)
POWER (On/Off)
button
MENU button
TV/VIDEO button
Channel up (r)/
down (s) buttons
Volume up (e)/
down (f) buttons
Channel up (r)/
down (s) buttons
POWER (On/Off)
button
MENU button
TV/VIDEO button
Volume up (e)/
down (f) buttons
Remote control sensor
OPC sensor
• The illustrations and on-screen displays in this operation manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the
actual operations.
• The illustrations used throughout this manual are based on LC-52GX3H.
POWER indicator**
Such sensor is not applicable to Hong Kong model.
OPC indicator*
SLEEP timer indicator
*OPC: Optical Picture Control (See page 32.)
** See page 13 for the TV status indicator.
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TV (Rear)
INPUT 3
terminals
INPUT 4 (HDMI)
terminal
RS-232C
terminal
INPUT 5 (HDMI)
terminal
INPUT 6 (HDMI)
terminals
INPUT 7 (PC)
terminals
Headphone jack
INPUT 2 terminals
INPUT 1 terminals
AC INPUT terminal
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUTPUT terminal
MONITOR OUTPUT terminals
Antenna input terminal
Regarding the headphone jack
• Use headphones with a stereo mini plug (Ø 3.5 mm).
• Be sure to unplug headphones from the jack when they are not
in use.
• The speakers do not output volume when headphones are
plugged in.
• The “Audio” menu cannot be operated when headphones are
plugged in.
• You can set the volume to different levels for each input source.
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Volume display when headphones are plugged in
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Remote control unit
1 POWER (STANDBY/ON)
To switch the power on and off. (See page 13.)
1
2
3
4
5
11
12
13
614
7
15
16
8
9
17
18
1019
2 0 – 9
Set the channel. (See page 18.)
3 A (Flashback)
Press to return to the previous selected channel or
external input mode. (See page 24.)
4 MPX
Select the sound multiplex mode. (See page 25.)
5 e (Mute)
Mute the sound. (See page 24.)
6 VOLk/VOL
Set the volume. (See page 18.)
7 SURROUND
Select Surround settings. (See page 35.)
8 EXIT
Return to the default screen.
9 WIDE
Change the wide image mode. (See pages 30 and 40.)
10 FREEZE
Freeze a motion picture on the screen. (See page 23.)
INPUT 4, INPUT 5, INPUT 6, INPUT 7 (PC)) (See pages
10, 23, 36 to 39.)
12 DISPLAY
Display the channel or input information.
13 SLEEP
Set the Sleep timer. (See page 27.)
14 CHr/CH
TV input mode: Select the channel. (See page 18.)
15 MENU
Display the menu screen. (See page 14.)
16 a/b/c/d (Cursor)
Select a desired item on the setting screen.
ENTERExecute a command.
17 RETURN
MENU mode: Return to the previous menu screen. (See
page 14.)
18 SELECT
To select either screen to be active in split-screen mode.
(See page 23.)
19 P&P
Set the split-screen picture mode. Press P&P again to
return to normal view. (See page 23.)
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Before turning on the power
Notes on installing the TV
• Avoid direct sunlight and place the TV in a well-ventilated location.
• Place the TV in a level location.
• Do not turn on the power of the TV before connecting the AC cord.
Connecting the antenna cable
1
To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. The following is a brief explanation of the types of
connections that are used for coaxial cable.
Detach the terminal cover of 1 and 2.
Standard DIN45325 plug (IEC169-2)
75-ohm coaxial cable (round cable)
Antenna cable
(commercially available)
1
2
Room antenna terminal
(75-ohm type)
Connecting external devices
2
See pages 9 to 10 for connecting external equipment, such as a VCR and DVD player.
Connecting the AC cord
3
AC outlet
• Place the TV close to the AC outlet, and keep the power plug within reach.
• Disconnect the AC cord from the AC outlet if the TV will not be used for a long period of time.
Bundling the cables
4
1 Insert the cable clamp in the hole on the TV as shown.
To antenna
terminal
TV (rear view)
AC cord
Cable clamp
2 Detach the cable cover attached to the TV.
Unfasten the upper side.
1
Pull from the lower side.
2
CAUTION
• TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT TOUCH UN-INSULATED PARTS OF ANY CABLES WITH THE
AC CORD CONNECTED.
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3 Bundle the cables and
attach the cable cover.
Insert the lower side.
1
Attach the upper side.
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Connecting external devices
You can connect many types of external equipment to your TV, like a VCR, game console, camcorder, DVD
player, Digital TV Decoder (Set Top Box) and PC. To view external source images, select the input source from
TV/VIDEO on the remote control unit or TV/VIDEO on the TV.
CAUTION
• To protect all equipment, always turn off the TV before connecting to a VCR, game console, camcorder, DVD player, Digital
TV Decoder (Set Top Box), PC or other external equipment.
• Refer to the relevant operation manual (VCR, DVD player, etc.) carefully before making connections.
Connecting a VCR, game console or camcorder
A VCR, game console, camcorder and some other audiovisual equipment can be conveniently connected using
the INPUT 1/INPUT 2 (component) or INPUT 3 terminals.
When using component cable
(commercially available)
When using composite cable or
S-VIDEO cable (commercially available)
S-VIDEO
or
VIDEO
L
R – AUDIO – L
VCR/
Game console/
Camcorder
YP
(CB)
B
P
R
(CR)
AUDIO
R
VCR/
Game console/
Camcorder
Connecting a DVD player
You can use the INPUT 1/INPUT 2 (component), INPUT 3 or INPUT 4/INPUT 5/INPUT 6 (HDMI) terminals when
connecting to a DVD player and other audiovisual equipment.
NOTE
• When using a DVI-HDMI conversion adaptor, input the Audio Signal from the AUDIO terminal of INPUT 6. (See page 36.)
When using HDMI cable
(commercially available)
DVD player
Ø3.5 mm stereo
minijack
When using component cable
(commercially available)
YP
R – AUDIO – L
DVD player
B
R
P
(CB)
(CR)
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Connecting a Digital TV Decoder (Set Top Box)
You can use the INPUT 1/INPUT 2 (component) or INPUT 4/INPUT 5/INPUT 6 (HDMI) terminals when connecting
to a Digital TV Decoder (Set Top Box) and other audiovisual equipment.
NOTE
• When using a DVI-HDMI conversion adaptor, input the Audio Signal from the AUDIO terminal of INPUT 6. (See page 36.)
When using HDMI cable
(commercially available)
Digital TV Decoder
(Set Top Box)
Ø3.5 mm stereo
minijack
Connecting a PC
You can use the INPUT 7 (PC) terminals when
connecting to a PC. (See page 39.)
ANALOGUE
RGB
RGB cable
(commercially
available)
When using component cable
(commercially available)
B
YP
R – AUDIO – L
P
R
(CB)
(CR)
Digital TV Decoder
(Set Top Box)
Using Digital Audio Output
It is possible to output audio through the DIGITAL
AUDIO OUTPUT terminal. PCM audio outputs from the
terminal.
PC
AUDIO
(R/L)
Optical fi bre cable
(commercially available)
Ø 3.5 mm
stereo minijack
cable(commercially
available)
To optical digital input of external audio devices
NOTE
• The DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal usually outputs the
same audio from the speakers. (The audio of the content
you are viewing is output from the terminal.)
• The DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal does not output
some signals, depending on devices and software.
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Protection against overturning
There is a danger of the product overturning in the case of a disaster or sudden collision. Carry out the following
tip-resistant measurement for your safety.
Anchoring the TV to the wall or a pillar
Affi x the 2 clamps (supplied)
1
to the product using the
screws (supplied).
Affi x the TV to the wall using
2
extra strong ties (commercially
available).
Fixing the TV to the table
Place the TV on the table.
1
View from the top
Cup hook (commercially available)
Screws for attaching clamps (supplied)
Tie (commercially available)
Wall
Clamps
(supplied)
Stand
Screws
(Supplied)
Attach the two supplied restraining brackets to
2
the stand with two supplied screws.
Insert commercially available screws in the
3
holes of the restraining brackets from the top
and tighten the screws to secure the TV to the
table.
• Use commercially available screws of the proper
size to fi rmly secure the TV.
CAUTION
• As this product is heavy, use a table that is wide enough to support the product and capable of withstanding the
product's weight. The table should be set where it will not be overturned.
• Be sure to use at least two people when moving the TV.
Restraining brackets (supplied)
Screws (Commercially
available)
Restraining brackets (supplied)
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Inserting the batteries
Before using the TV for the fi rst time, insert two “AAA” size batteries (supplied). When the batteries become
depleted and the remote control fails to operate, replace the batteries with new “AAA” size batteries.
1 Open the battery cover.
2 Insert the two supplied “AAA” size
3 Close the battery cover.
batteries.
• Place 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 have worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If you fi nd 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.
Using the remote control unit
Use the remote control unit by pointing it towards the
remote sensor window.
Objects between the remote control unit and sensor
window may prevent proper operation.
Remote control sensor
Cautions regarding the remote control unit
• Do not subject the remote control unit to shock.
In addition, do not soak the remote control unit with liquids or place it 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 sensor
window of the TV is under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such
cases, change the angle of the lighting or TV, or operate the remote
control unit closer to the remote sensor window.
30º
5 m
30º30º
30º
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Turning the TV on/off
Turning on the power
Press POWER on the TV.
• POWER indicator (Green): The TV is on. (After a few
seconds, an image appears with sound.)
• After turning the power “ON” by pressing POWER on the
TV, you can turn the power ON/OFF by pressing POWER
on the remote control.
POWER button
Turning off the power
POWER button
Press POWER on the remote control.
• The TV enters standby mode and the image on the screen
disappears.
• The POWER indicator on the TV changes from green to
red.
Press POWER on the TV.
• The POWER indicator on the TV turns off.
• When the TV is turned off by POWER on the TV, you
cannot turn on the power by pressing POWER on the
remote control.
POWER indicator
Light offPower off
Lighted (Red)The TV is in standby mode.
Lighted (Green)The TV is on.
POWER indicator
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 AC outlet.
• Minor power is consumed when the unit is in standby
mode.
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About Menu operations
What is 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. (See
pages 15 and 16.)
• The Menu can be operated with the remote control unit.
Basic Menu operations
Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
1
[
]
Picture
MENU
PictureAudioPower ControlSetup
AV Mode [STANDARD]
OPC[Off]
Backlight [+16]
Contrast
[ 30]
Brightness
[ 0]
Colour
[ 0]
Tint
[ 0]
Sharpness
[ 0]
Advanced
Reset
Press c/d to select the desired menu, and
2
then press ENTER.
Audio
STANDARD
Treble
Bass
Balance
Surround
Reset
Press a/b to select the desired menu item.
3
Press ENTER to proceed if necessary.
STANDARD
Treble
Bass
Balance
Surround
Reset
[ 0]-
[ 0]
[ 0]-L
Audio
[ 0]-
[ 0]
[ 0]-L
+
+
+
+
Power Control
+
+
R
Power Control
+
+
R
Using the control panel of the TV
w
You can also operate the Menu using the control panel
of the TV.
Button operations on the control panel correspond to
the ones on the remote control as shown below.
TV control panel buttonsRemote control buttons
TV/VIDEOENTER
CH
ra
CH
sb
VOL
kd
VOL
lc
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.
About Guide Display
The Guide Display at the bottom of the screen shows
operations with an On-Screen Display.
ENTER
: Select: Enter
RETURN
: Back
MENU
: End
Press a/b or c/d to select the desired item
4
or adjust the item to the desired level. Press
ENTER if necessary.
Press EXIT or MENU to exit the MENU.
5
Press RETURN as necessary to return to the
previous MENUs.
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The bar above is an operational guide for
the remote control. The bar will change in
accordance with each menu setting screen.
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TV/AV input mode menu items
List of TV/AV menu items to help you with operations
Picture
AV Mode ..................................................................... Page 31