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OPERATION MANUAL

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To aid reporting
TV's model and serial numbers
numbers are located at the rear of the

case of loss or theft, please record the

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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
symbol, within an equilateral triangle,

to

RISK OF ELECTRIC
DO NOT OPEN

SHOCK

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•

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO

NOT

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

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QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

WARNING:

approved

FCC Regulations state

by

the manufacturer

that

any unauthorized changesormodificationstothis

could

void the user's authoritytooperate this

equipment.

equipment

not

expressly

CAUTION:

This

product
equipment.Toprevent electromagnetic interference
cables and

satisfies FCC regulations when shielded

connectors

for

connections.

cables

with

and

electric appliances

connectors

such

are usedtoconnect

as radios and televisions, use shielded

the unittoother

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:

SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-60E77UN/LC-65E77UM

of

This device complies with Part 15
(1)

This device may not cause harmful interference, and

the FCC Rules. Operationissubject to the following

(2)

this device must accept any interference

two

conditions:

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

RESPONSIBLE PARTY:

For Business Customers:

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

New

Jersey

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah,
TEL:

1-800-BE-SHARP

URL

http://www.sharpusa.com

07495-1163

INFORMATION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part15of the
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interferenceina residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
instructions, may cause harmful interference

in

occur
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into

- Consult the dealer or

a particular installation.Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be

an

an

outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiverisconnected.

experienced radiolTV technician for help.

to

radio communications. However, thereisno guarantee that interference will not

is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

in

accordance with the

FCC

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system

and,inparticular, specifies that the cable ground

installer's attention to Article 820-40 of

the

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National

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of

mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated duetoenvironmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local
authorities, the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org, the lamp recycling
organization: www.lamprecycle.org or Sharp at 1-800-BE-SHARP
(For U.S.A. only)

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DEAR

SHARP

CUSTOMER

Thank you for your purchase of
of trouble-free operation

of

the

Sharp Liquid Crystal Television. To ensure safety and many years

your product, please read the Important Safety Instructions carefully before

using this product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electricity is usedtoperform 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.

in

However, improper use can result
observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product.
and prolong the service life
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. Installinaccordance 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 purposeofthe polarizedorgrounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has
wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,

an

consult

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

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periodsoftime.

14) Refer all servicing
damaged

have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposedtorain or moisture, does not operate

normally, or has been dropped.

electrician for replacementofthe obsolete outlet.

to

in

any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects

of

avoid injury from tip-over.

to

qualified service personnel. Servicingisrequired when the apparatus has been

electric shock and/or fire.Inordertoprevent potential danger, please

To

ensure your safety

your Liquid Crystal Television, please read the following precautions carefully

two

two

blades and a third grounding prong. The

blades

6)

Additional Safety Information

15) Power
marking label. If you are not sure
local power company. For products intended
operating instructions.

16)
can result

17) Object and Liquid
touch dangerous voltage points
liquid

18) Damage Requiring
service personnel under the following conditions:

19) Replacement

20)

21)

Sources-

Overloading-Do

a)
b)
c)
d)

e)

f)

replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result

Safety

perform safety checkstodetermine that the product isinproper operating condition.

Wall or ceiling

according

in

of

any kind on the product.

When the AC cord or plug is damaged,
If liquid has been spilled,orobjects have fallen into the product,
If the product has been exposedtorainorwater,
If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as
of

other controls may resultindamage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician

to

restore the producttoits normal operation,
If the product has been droppedordamagedinany way, and
When the product exhibits a distinct changeinperformance - this indicates a need for service.

Check-Upon

This product should be operated only from the typeofpower source indicated on the

of

the typeofpower supplytoyour home, consult your product dealer or

to

operate from battery power, or other sources, refertothe

not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this

a riskoffire or electric shock.

Entry-

Parts-When

mounting-When

to

the method recommended by the manufacturer.

Never push objectsofany kind into this product through openings as they may

or

short-out parts that could resultina fire or electric shock. Never spill

Service-Unplug

replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used

completion of any service or repairstothis product, ask the service technician

this product from the wall outlet and refer servicingtoqualified

an

improper adjustment

in

fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

mounting the product on a wallorceiling, be suretoinstall the product

to

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Outdoor Antenna Grounding -Ifan
connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna

is

system

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,

outside antenna

is

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

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ANTENNA
LEADINWIRE

70

provides information with regard to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire

an

antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,

to

location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

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• Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or

in

laundry tub;

• Stand - Do not place the product on
can cause the product to

a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

an

fall,

resultinginserious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. Use only a cart,

unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product onanunstable base

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.

• Selecting the location - Select a place with no direct sunlight and good ventilation.

in

• Ventilation - The vents and other openings
and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the
the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This product

designed for built-in installation; do not place the product

is

ventilation

• The Liquid Crystal panel used

provided or the manufacturer's instructions are followed.

in

this productismadeofglass. Therefore,itcan break when the productisdropped or

applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces

the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not coverorblock these vents

life

of the product. Do not place

is

not

inanenclosed place suchasa bookcase or rack, unless proper

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
Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen

is

a very high technology product with 2,073,600 pixels, giving you fine picture details.

as

a fixed point of blue, green or red. Please note that

this does not affect the performance of your product.

it

• Lightning - For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or when

it

unused for long periods of time, unplug

from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to

is left unattended and

the equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.

An

• Power Lines ­light or power circuits, or where
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits

• To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or flames on the

• To prevent fire or shock hazard,

• Do not display a still picture for a long time,

outside antenna system should not be locatedinthe vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric

it

can

fall

into such power lines or circuits. When installinganoutside antenna system,

top

do

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

as

this could causeanafterimage to remain.

or near the TV set.

as

contact with them might be fatal.

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing.

No objects filled with liquids, such

• Do not insert foreign objects into the product. Inserting objects

result

in

fire or electric shock. Exercise special caution when using the product around children.

as

vases, should be placed on the product.

in

the air vents or other openings may

Precautions when transporting the TV

• When transporting the
carry the

TVbytwo

TV,

never carryitby holding or otherwise putting pressure onto the display. Be sure to always

people holdingitwith two hands - one hand on each side of the

Caring for the Cabinet

• Use a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.) and gently wipe the surfaceofthe display panel.

Using a chemical cloth (wet/dry sheet type cloth, etc.) may deform the components
cracking.

• Wiping with a hard cloth or using strong force may scratch the panel surface.
If

the cabinet is very dirty, wipe with a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.) soakedinneutral detergent diluted with water and

•
thoroughly wrung out, and then wipe with a soft dry cloth.

• The cabinet

is

primarily made of plastic. Avoid using benzene, thinner, and other solvents, as these may deform the

cabinet and cause the paint to peel off.

• Do not apply insecticides or other volatile liquids.

Also, do not allow the cabinet to remain
inside the plastic may cause the cabinet to deform and cause the paint to peel off.

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TV.

of

the main unit cabinet or cause

in

contact with rubber or vinyl products for a long period of time Plasticizers

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Caring for

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

• Gently wipe the surface
To protect the display panel,
dry sheet type cloth, etc.). This may damage the panel surface.

• Wiping with a hard clothorusing strong force may scratch the panel surface.

• Use a soft
(It

•

If

• To avoid scratching the frameorscreen, please use a soft, lint free cloth for cleaning. Approved cleaning cloths are

available directly from Sharp
ordering, or VISIT www.sharpusa.com/SharpDirect.

the

Liquid Crystal panel

of

the display panel with a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.).

do

not use a dirty cloth, liquid cleaners,ora chemical cloth (wet! ~

damp

may scratch the panel surface when wiped strongly.)

the panelisdusty, useananti-static brush, whichiscommercially available, to clean

clothtogently wipe the panel whenitis

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single

(OOl

-LCD-CLOTH)ortriple

really dirty.

(OOl

-LCD-CLOTH-3) packs. Call 1-800-BE-SHARP for

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it.

CHILD SAFETY:

It

Makes

Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tipsinmind:

A Difference

How

and Where You Use Your Flat Panel Display

THE ISSUE

• The home theater entertainment experienceisa growing trend and larger flat panel displays
are popular purchases. However, flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper
stands

or

installed according to the manufacturer's recommendations.

• Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks,
speakers, chests or carts may

THIS MANUFACTURER CARES!

• The consumer electronics industryiscommitted to making home entertainment enjoyable
and safe.

fall

over and cause injury.

TUNE INTO SAFETY

• One size does NOT fit
and use

• Carefully read and understand

• Don't allow children to climb on or play with furniture and television sets.

• Don't place flat panel displays on furniture that can easily be used
of drawers.

• Remember that children can become excited while watching a program, especially on a

"larger than life" flat panel display. Care should be taken to place or install the display where

cannot be pushed, pulled over, or knocked down.

• Care should be taken to route
they cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children.

WALL MOUNTING: IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL

• Use a mount that has been recommended by the display manufacturer and/or listed byanindependent laboratory (such
as UL, CSA,

• Follow

•Ifyou have any doubts about your ability to safely install your flat panel display, contact your retailer about professional

installation.

• Make sure that the wall where you are mounting the display

mounted to walls with steel studsorold cinder block construction.Ifyou are unsure, contact a professional installer.

• A minimum of

of

your flat panel display.

ETL).

all

instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers.

two

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all.

Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for the safe installation

all

enclosed instructions for proper useofthis product.

as

steps, suchasa chest

all

cords and cables connected to the flat panel display so that

MOUNT

people are required for installation. Flat panel displays can be heavy.

Note: CEAisthe preeminent trade association promoting growthinthe
U.S. consumer electronics industry. More than 2,200 companies enjoy the benefits of
CEA membership, including legislative advocacy, market research, technical training and
education, industry promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships.

YOUR FLAT PANEL DISPLAY, ALWAYS:

is

appropriate. Some wall mounts are not designed to be

it

$161

billion

www.CE.org/safety

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Contents

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 1
Trademarks.
DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Supplied Accessories 6
QUICK REFERENCE

QUICK INSTALLATION TiPS 7

Using the Remote Control Unit . .. . .. . . . . .. .. . .. 7

Preparation

Antennas 8
Installing Batteries

Part Names

TV

(Front) 9

TV

(Rear/Side) , ' ' 9

Remote Control Unit , 10

Connecting to External Equipment

Connecting a Blu-ray Disc/DVD Player or

HD Cable/Satellite Set-top Box 11-12

Connecting a VCR, Game Console,

Camcorder or Cable/Satellite Set-top Box. ...

ConnectinganAudio Amplifier , 13
Connecting a

Watching TV

Turning On/Off the Power

Initial Setup 15

Direct Button Operation

Changing Channels 16
Changing Volume ,. 16
MUTE 16

Sleep Timer. . .... . . . . . .... . .. ........ ....

FLASHBACK 16
SURROUND 16
FREEZE
INPUT 16
AV
AUDIO 17
POWER SAViNG 18
Closed
VIEW MODE

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the Remote Control Unit...8

PC

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MODE 17

Captions

and

Digital

Closed

Captions. ,. 18

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19

On-Screen Display Menu

2

On-Screen Display Menu Operation 20
Menu Operation Buttons

Menu Items . ................ ................

Picture Menu ,..22-23
Audio Menu , 24
Power Control Menu ' , 24
Setup Menu 25-28
Option Menu ,. 29-30

Digital Setup Menu

Other Viewing Options

Presetting Remote Control Function 33

Operating the Connected Equipment 33

Using AQUOS LINK

Controlling HDMI Equipment

Using AQUOS LINK 35-37

AQUOS LINK Menu 37-38

Using a PC

Displaying aPCImage on the Screen 39

PC

Adjusting the
Setting Audio Input 40
PC

Compatibility Chart " 40

RS-232C Port Specifications

Appendix

Removing the Stand. . . . ........ . .... ...... ....42

Setting the
Troubleshooting 43-44
Troubleshooting - Digital Broadcasting 44

Specifications ,. .........

Optional Accessory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 45

Information on the Software License for

This Product , , , 46

Calling for Service 47
LIMITED WARRANTY 47

Dimensional Drawings

• The dimensional drawings for the LCD TV set are shown
on the inside back cover,

Image 40

TV

on the Wall 42

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41

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45

Supplied Accessories

Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.

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Remote control unit

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• Always use the AC cord supplied with the

• The illustrations above are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual accessories.

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(2-prong) (3-prong)

AC cord

(x

1)

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TV.

Cable clamp

(x

1)

Page 7

Operation manual

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QUICK REFERENCE

QUICK

1 Attach your antenna to the back of the television.

(See

2 Connect the AC plug for the television into the AC

outlet.

INSTALLATION TIPS

page

8.)

Using the Remote Control Unit .

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

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• Place the TV close to the AC outlet, and keep the power
plug within reach.

• This product must only be connected to a 120
grounded (3-prong) outlet.
Connecting
product and invalidate the warranty. (LC-65E77UM only)

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• TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
TOUCH UN-INSULATED PARTS OF ANY CABLES
WITH THE AC CORD CONNECTED.

3 Bundle the cords properly with the cable clamp.

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to any other kindofoutlet will damage the

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• Cautions regarding the remote control unit

• Do not expose the remote control unit to shock.Inaddition,
do

not expose the remote control unit to liquids, and do not

place

• Do not install or place the remote control unit under direct

• The remote control unit may not work properly

inanarea with high humidity.

sunlight. The heat may cause deformation of the remote
control unit.

control sensor on the
lighting.
or the
remote control sensor.

In

such cases, change the angle of the lighting

TV,

or operate the remote control unit closer to the

TVisunder direct sunlight or strong

if

the remote

4 How to turn

A)

Press POWER on the television.

on

the television for the first time.

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The POWER indicator on the front of the
television lights GREEN.

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POWER indicator

• Speakers cannot be detached from the

• TV angle cannot be adjusted.

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IMPORTANT:

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

the POWER indicator on the television still does not light up,

TV POWER on the remote control to turn the power on.

press

IMPORTANT:

IF

THE UNIT DOES NOT POWER ON - UNPLUG THE

TELEVISION FROM THE OUTLET AND REPEAT THE
INSTALLATION STEPS.

IF

YOU STILL ENCOUNTER NO POWER, PLEASE CONTACT

US

AT 1-800-BE-SHARP.

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Preparation

Antennas

To enjoy a clearer picture, useanoutdoor antenna. The followingisa brief explanation of the types of connections
that are used for a coaxial cable.Ifyour outdoor antenna uses a 75-ohm coaxial cable withanF-type connector,
plugitinto the antenna terminal at the rear of the1Vset.

1.A

75-ohm systemisgenerally a round cable with F-type connector

be

that can easily
available).

2.

A 300-ohm systemisa flat "twin-lead" cable that can be attached

to a 75-ohm terminal through a 300/75-ohm adapter (Commercially
available).

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attached to a terminal without tools (Commercially

F-type connector should be finger-tightened only.

When connecting theRFcable to the1Vset, do not tighten F-type
connector with tools.

If

tools

are

used,itmay cause damage to your1Vset.

(The

breaking

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300-ohm twin-lead cable

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75-ohm coaxial cable (round)

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75-ohm coaxial cable

of internal circuit, etc.)

Connecting Antenna Cable

• Connect the antenna cable to the TV using one of the methodsinthe illustration as shown

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300-ohm

twin-lead cable

I

Home

Antenna

terminal (75-ohm)

~

Do===\\==<J

Coaxial

cable

(commercially available)

Home

Antenna

terminal

(75-ohm)

Coaxial cable

(commercially available)

300/75-ohm

(c

ommercially available)

adapter

ftl

~:mbiner

OOT~-"'------+_

(commercially available)

ToTVantenna
terminal

connector

(flat)

~

F.-type

(CD.

A.NTICABlE

0

(g),

connector

@ or

@)).

Installing Batteriesinthe Remote Control Unit

If

the remote control fails to operate1Vfunctions, replace the batteriesinthe remote control unit.

1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert

E!iB

Improper use of batteries can resultinchemical 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.

as

• Remove batteries
rash.

If

• The batteries supplied with this product may have a shorter

•

you find any chemical leakage, wipe thoroughly with a cloth.

If

you

will

not be using the remote control unit foranextended period of time, remove batteries from

@-8

soonasthey are worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries that comeincontact with skin can cause a

two

"AAA" size batteries 3 Close the battery cover.

(supplied with the product).

• Place the batteries with their terminals
corresponding to the (

indications

in

the battery compartment.

+)and (- )

life

expectancy due to storage conditions.

it.

Part Names

TV (Front)

TV (Rear/Side)

POWER

II

POWER

button

I

MENU

MENU

II

51

button

INPUT

button

Channel
buttons

(CHA.lV)

Volume

buttons

(VOL+/-)

INPUT 5

terminal

(HOMI)

INPUT 3

terminals

SERVICE

terminal

I

INPUT

1+

CH

A

v

VOL

-

11-

m

@

"""

~

VIDEO

~T

AUDIO

~~

SERVICE

1--;;--

[]]

---------

'I

-------

POWER

()

II

L-

ope

e

L

----

(3

*2

Remote control sensor
OPC sensor*

OPC indicator (See page 22.)
POWER indicator (See page 15.)

* OPC: Optical Picture Control

ACINPUT
terminal

_____

1--------I1------

(See

page 22.)

'3

~-~-

LC-60E77UN LC-65E77UM

*1

W~~.-------t------r------INPUT

--f------f------INPUT

r+------+-----

~~~~~~~~J

r::

AUDIO

100\

@

*1

~3~~L

OUTPUT

• . @ @

S·VIDEO

COMPO-

~

Q@)@)@)

NENT

y y

@)T@) @)T@)

AUDIO

PB

1c-----1...----AUDIO

~ ~

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

COMPO-

NENT

AUDIO

PB

ANT/CABLE

0--AntennaiCable

(HOMI)

(HOMI)

DIGITAL AUDIO
OUTPUT

terminals

@)~@) @)~@)

PR

1_~~~::j~~~~~_~_~~I----INPUT

~

L-

INPUT 4 terminal (PC-IN)
AUDIO terminal (shared for INPUT 4 and INPUT
INPUT 6 terminal

2

,'!18W'

L-------------INPUT

(HOMI)

PR

)

6)

*4

7 terminal

8 terminal

terminal

OUTPUT

in

1 terminals
2 terminals

RS-232C terminal

*1

See pages 11, 12, 13, 14 and 35 for external equipment connection.

*2

See page 20 for button operations.
*3 See page 7 for connecting the AC cord.
*4 See page

1mB

• The illustrationsinthis 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-65E77UM model.

40

for details on the PC Audio Select function.

@.g

Part

Names

Remote

2

3

4

~11

5

_I:--i'

6

----:--Wt!-3

7,

8 I

9

----7-

10---=-!-€>

11

__

12

13

-----:I-l~

14

----''--·0

15

-----7-

16

Control

1

Unit

17

rri.Y=-~~~f!

I

SOURCE

\

~

I

I INPUT

I VOL CH

~?;S'

-

1

i

FREEZE

lC-;,25

~i_EO

\I

<ii

I ,

REC

I

SLE~P

1:

S(;UNO

I I !

-

1

I

)

I

i I

I i

I LIGHT

18

::-~i-

~

i--:--!

FLASHBACK

8

(1--,;-

M@E

MENU ,

~~6

~

E{lB'T~H

STOP

OPT'01'l1

m::J

AUDIOAV1,1OOE

€m'l@YCE----'::--29

FAVOR'TE

I

(DR

f

@

I!

I

8----'::---

CC I

I t

19

20

21

,

::

I

24

26

27

28

30

I

I

~--.

,,)

'-/\

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

15.)

2 DISPLAY: Display the channel information.

SOURCE

3

on and off.

External

4

equipment.

5

0-9:
6 • (DOT): (See pages 16 and 33.)
7 INPUT: Select a

INPUT4,INPUT5,INPUT 6, INPUT7.INPUT8)(See page 16.)

VOL

8
9 POWER SAVING: Select Power Saving settings. (See page 18.)
10

FREEZE: Set the still image. Press again to returntonormal

screen. (See page 16.)
11

EXIT: Turn off the menu screen.

12

OPTION: Display the

will function only when

for details.)
13

REC STOP: Stops one touch recording. This button will function

only when

14 SLEEP: Set the sleep timer.
15

SURROUND:

AUDIO:

16

channel audio broadcasts_ (See page 1

17

FUNCTION:
DVD and AUDIO operation. Indicator lights up for the current
mode. (See pages 33

• To enter the code registration mode, you need to press

18

LIGHT
example,
light. The lighting will turn off
about 5 seconds. This button is used for performing operations

low-light situations.
19 VIEW
20

ENT:

21

FLASHBACK:
mode. (See page 16.)

CH;\/V:

22

MUTE:

23
24

MENU:

JJ.JT

25
26 RETURN: Return
27 FAVORITE

A, B, C, D: Select 4 preset favorite channelsin4 different
categories. (See page 30.)

While watching, you can toggle the selected channels by pressing

A,
28 FAVORITE: Set the favorite channels. (See page 30.)
29 CC: Display captions from a closed-caption source.
30AVMODE:

(When the input source is
MOVIE, GAME, USER, AUTO, DYNAMIC (Fixed), DYNAMIC.

When the input source

MOVIE, GAME,
(See page

POWER: Turns the power of the external equipment

equipment

Set the channel. (See page 16.)

+/

-:

Set the volume. (See page 16.)

AQUaS

Selects the MTS/SAP or the audio mode during multi-

FUNCTION

-e-:

When this buttonispressed, some buttons (for

VOL

MODE:

Jumpstoa channel after selecting with the

Select the channel. (See page 16.)

Mute the sound. (See page 16.)

Display the menu screen.

/

~/~,

CH

B, C and

Selectanaudio or video setting.

17.)

operational

TV

input source.

AQUaS

AQUaS

LINK is used. (See pages 35 to 38 for details.)

Select Surround settings. (See page 16.)

Switches the remote control for

to

34 for details.)

and DISPLAY at the same time.

+/- and

Select the screen size. (See pages 19 and 39.)

Return to the previous channel or external input

ENTER: Select a desired item on the screen.

D.

CH;\/V)

to

the previous menu screen.

is

PC.

INPUT

USER, AUTO, DYNAMIC (Fixed), DYNAMIC)

buttons:

(TV,

LINK MENU screen This button

LINKisused. (See pages 35 to 38

(See

page 16.)

if

no operations are performed within

TV,

INPUT 1, 2 or 3: STANDARD,

4,5,6.7

Operate the external

INPUT 1, INPUT2,INPUT

7.)
TV,

on the remote control unit will

or 8 STANDARD,

CBUSAT, VCR,

0-9

buttons.

(See

page

3,

in

18.)

ED

• When using the remote control unit, pointitat the

@-

10

lV

Connecting to External Equipment

You can connect many types of external equipment to your

source from
For connecting the

INPUT

on the remote control unit or on the

TV

to external equipment, use commercially available cables.

TV.

TV.

To view external source images, select the input

(See

page 16.)

EmD

• To protect equipment, always turn off the TV before connecting any external equipment.

• Please read the relevant operation manual (Blu-ray disc player, etc.) carefully before making connections.

Connecting a Blu-ray Disc/DVD Player or

• When using

The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) terminalisan
video signals using a single cable. The HDMI terminal supports high-resolution video input.

• Blu-ray disc player •

• HD cable/satellite set-top box

HOMI

cable (INPUT 5, 6, 7or8):

DVD

player

HDMI-certified cable

audio-video interface that enables a connection for audio and

HD

Cable/Satellite Set-top Box

Side panel

f'='=

Rearofthe TV

[m~

Ie!)

VIDEO

(!)L

AUDIO

(!)R

SERVICE

ill

3

I

I

I

HDMIOUT

I

• To enjoy 1
set the equipment to 1

• When using HOMI-OVI conversion cable (INPUT

• Blu-ray disc player •

• HD cable/satellite set-top box

• When usinganHDMI-DVI conversion cable, you should makeananalog audio connection.Inthis case,inaddition to
connecting
and set "PC Audio Select" to "Input 6 (HDMI)".

D8Dp

display capability, connect your external equipment usinganHDMI-certified cable or a component cable and

D8Dp

output.

6):

DVD

player

an

HDMI-DVI conversion cable to the INPUT 6 (HDMI) terminal, connectanaudio cabletothe AUDIO terminal

(See

page

4D.)

Rear

of the TV

@)-

11

Connecting to External Equipment

• When using Component cable (INPUT 1 or

• Blu-ray disc player • DVD player

• HD cable/satellite set-top box

Component video cable

2):

Audio cable

Connecting a VCR, Game Console, Camcorder or Cable/Satellite Set-top Box

• When using S-VIDEO cable (INPUT

• Game console • Camcorder

•

VCR

• When using Composite cable (INPUT 1 or

• Game console • VCR

• Camcorder • Cable/Satellite set-top box

2):

S-VIDEO cable

Audio cable

3):

H,

.5

'

I

II

illDMI

,~I

)I

~

Rear of the TVSide panel

AVcable

_--4=~--------

~~!-~

v~o

IR~UDI~L

. .

mm

• The COMPONENT terminals take priority over the VIDEO (INPUT1)and S-VIDEO (INPUT2)terminals,

@-12

VIDEO

AUDIO-L

AUDIO-R

~~r~c

(Yellow)

(White)---I

(Red)--I

f'7IiIil[P

~I/

l •

/

:++1'

~

L

I

~D+

:++~R

~

ConnectingtoExternal Equipment

Connecting an Audio Amplifier

• When using optical fiber cable:

Itispossible to output audio through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal. (See page31for details.) PCM audio
outputs from the terminal.

Rear of the TV

Optical fiber cable

6

..

m;m

• Depending on the connected equipment, audio will not output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminalinHDMI
connection.

In

this case, set the audio formatsofthe connected equipment to PCM, 32/44.1/48 kHz.

~

OPTICAL

. .

w

..

..

• When using audio cable:

Audio cable

Rear of the TV

_._-_._._._-----

................

i"'-'-"=«l1!lllJ!l ;

··········1

Hi:lml

hAUD'OI

'I

-R (Red)

@-

13

Connecting to External Equipment

Connecting a PC

Refer to page 40 for a list of PC signals compatible with the

• When using HOMI cable (INPUT 5, 6, 7 or

HOMI-certified cable

8):

Em

• Oependingonthe board, only video signals
INPUT6(HOMI)

• The HOMI terminals only support digital signal.

• When using HOMI-OVI conversion cable (INPUT

terminal, connectanaudio cable to the

may

be output.Inthis case,inaddition to connectinganHOMI-certified cable to the

AUOIO

terminal

6):

TV.

Side panel

"""'=

Rear of the TV

Hom,

1~~

II

I

~~

II

I

~R

\J

nlUJJiif'

and

set

~®1~~k,~I~I~I~~111

'1".\

I'

II."

~.,'~~=j.

"PC

Audio Select" to "Input 6

f~

J. .

I~I\.J'!'V

tllu

. i .

~,i!

~ll~J~ll~j

l'-:J

.:

' y

'_ki1J

(HOM!)".

(See

page 40.)

HDMI-OVI conversion cable

• •

Em

• When using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable, you should make an analog audio connection.Inthis case,inaddition
connecting an HDMI-DVI conversion cabletothe INPUT 6 (HDMI) terminal, connect an audio cabletothe AUDIO terminal
and set "PC Audio Select"

• When using analog RGB cable (INPUT

to

"Input 6 (HDMI)". (See page 40.)

4):

Rear of the TV

to

• When using an analog RGB cable, input the audio signaltothe AUDIO terminal of INPUT 4.
to

• When connecting a PC

@·14

the INPUT 4, set "PC Audio Select"to"Input 4 (PC)". (See page 40.)

Watching TV

Turning

~

i

~

.

i'

J

"r

~

I ..

\

II

SOURCE

(3

\

On/Off

POWER

I

MENU

l.--

r----~-+7.

/6'

CB~SAT

m

INPUT

m

VgR

AUgO

060

FUaON

L1G,

,H,

CID

T

8

the

Power

II

I

WER

PO

I

- TV POWER

,11:11

(On/Standby)

Press POWER on the
turn the power on.

• POWER indicator (Green): The1Vis
appears with sound.)

r:m

• The initial setup starts when the1Vpowers on for the first time.Ifthe1Vhas

been turned on before, the initial setup will not be invoked. For changing the
settings

Press POWER on the
again to turn the power off.

• The1Venters standby and the image on the screen disappears.

• The POWER indicator on the

r:m

•Ifyou are not going to use this1Vfor a long periodoftime, be sure to remove
the AC cord from the AC outlet.

• Weak electric power

Initial Setup

When you turn on theTVfor the first time, it will
automatically memorize the broadcasting channels
available

following steps before you press

remote control unit.

1. Insert the batteries into the remote control unit.

2.

3. Plug

in

the region where you

Connect the antenna cable to the

in

the AC cord to the AC outlet.

i

FREEZE

I,

O~O

I~I

live.

Perform the

TV POWER on the

(See

page

page 8.)

7.)

MENU

TV.

(See

(See

II

I

page

TV,

or TV POWERonthe remote control unit to

of

the initial setup, perform

TV,

or TV POWER on the remote control unit

is

still consumed even when the1Vis

r:m

ENERGY

Air/Cable (Antenna setting)

Make sure what kind of connectionismade with your
when selecting "Air" or "Cable".

8.)

3 Press

STAR

...../~to select "Air" or "Cable".

Press ENTER to enter the setting.

on. (After a few seconds, a window

"EZ

setup" on the Setup menu on page 25.

1V

turns off.

qualificationisbasedonAV

turned off.

MODE

"STANDARD".

1V

\

e-I

II

EXIT

~RETURf',

I,O~OI

Language (Language setting)

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

1 Press

TV Location

Select "Home" or "Store" for the location where you plan to
install the 1V. This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR V3.0
in

2 Press

J;'/~

screen, and then press

Home

mode

...../~to select "Home" or "Store".

Press ENTER to enter the setting.

Home:
Store: "Power Saving"

"Power Saving"isset to "Advanced", and AV

MODE is set
"DYNAMIC

be

set.

Picture Reset:

regardless of whether Picture Reset is "On" or "Off". If you
select "On", AV MODE will be reset
there is no operation for 30 minutes. When "Off" is selected,
AV

MODE will be setto"DYNAMIC (Fixed)".

Feature Demo: When "On"

completed, the Feature Demo screen is displayed
no operation for several minutes.

I

to select the desired language listed on the

default setting.

to

(Fixed)".

ENTER.

"STANDARD".

is

set to

"Off"

Picture Reset and Feature Demo can

AV

MODE will be setto"DYNAMIC (Fixed)"

is

andAVMODEisset to

to

selected, after

I

I

"DYNAMIC (Fixed)"

all

the settings are

if

there is

CH Search (Channel search)

Channel auto search makes the1Vlook for

viewable

4 When "Air"

in

the set area.

is

Press

...../~to select "Start", and then press ENTER.

I

,

When "Cable"isselectedinAntenna setting:

Press

J;'/~

search both analog and digital broadcasts, or to select
"Analog Search Start" to search only analog broadcasts,
and then press

• The Channel search will start automatically.

• To exit the Channel search screen, select "Cancel", and
then press

selectedinAntenna setting:

...

to select "Analog & Digital Search Start" to

ENTER.

ENTER.

~

all

channels

r:m

• If no channel is found, confirm the type of connection made
with your

if

(See page 25.)

• For changing the settings of the initial setup, perform "EZ
setup" on the Setup menu on page 25.

1V

and try "EZ Setup" again.

@-

15

Direct Button Operation

El

ED

'

..

INPUT

•

FLASHBACK

FREEZE

I 0

c:::::I:::::>

8<E08

I EXIT

e-----')

·o~o

i-FAVORITE

0®@@

RfC

STOP

OPTION

00

SlEEP

AUDIO

EJ

SUAAO'JNO

Cil

CH

A,VMQ{\E

CD

MENU

0

RETURN

-

FAVORITE

0

CC

Changing Channels

You

can

change

•

(DOT).

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

Press 5

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

Press 1

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

Press 2

11m

• When selecting a 1-digit channel number,itis
necessary to press 0 before the number.

• When you enter 0-9 only, channel selection will be made
thereisno operation within 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 •
if

made

thereisno operation within a few seconds.

channelsbypressing

~

ENT.

~1~

~2~

5~

•

(DOn

(DOT),

CH/VV

ENT.

~1~ENT.

not

channel selection will be

or

Changing Volume

You

can

change

theTVoronthe

• To increase the volume, press

• To decrease the volume, press

Audio

status

the

volumebypressing

remote

control

VOL+.

VOL-.

unit.

VOL+/

-

0-9,

5):

on

Sleep Timer

Allows
switchestostandby.
Press

•

•

• When set, the time automatically starts counting down.

•

• When

11m

• Select "Off" by pressing SLEEP to cancel the sleep timer.

•

youtoset a

time

when

theTVautomatically

SLEEP.

The

remaining

Each

time you press SLEEP, the remaining time switches

as

shown below.

Off - 30 - 60 - 90 - 120

t ,

If

you want to adjust the sleep timer, you can press SLEEP

twice then change the time setting.
time will start to keep appearing every minute.

TheTVwill

time

displays

itis5 minutes before the time expires, the remaining

enter

standby

when

when

the

the

sleep

remaining

timer

time

FLASHBACK

FLASHBACK

Press
channel.

• Press

11m

•

if

The
the

mode

11m

• You can have the same settings y c ooslng urroun

FLASHBACK

tuned channel.

FLASHBACK
changed after the

SURROUND

surround

speakers.

changes

On: Makes

sound.

Off: Outputs the normal sound.

on the menu items.

function

it

to

switchtothe

again to switch back to the currently

will not workifno channel has been

TV

is

turned on.

produces

Each

time

you

press

between

possible to enjoy natural, realistic surround

On

and

previously

Surround

SURROUND,

Off.

. b h .

(See

page 24.)

FREEZE

Allows
you

Press

• A moving imageiscaptured.

• Press FREEZE again to cancel the function.

youtocapture

are

watching.

FREEZE.

and

freeze a

moving

has

been

reaches

effect

"S

image

set.

O.

tuned

from

the

d"

that

11m

• See page 29 for detailsonthe Output Select function.

MUTE

Mutes

the

Press

•

"[~"

the sound

current

MUTE.

will be displayedonthe screen for 30 minutes, and

is

silenced.

sound

output.

11m

• Within 30 minutes of pressing MUTE, mute can be
VOL

canceled by pressing

• Mute will be canceled after 30 minutes have passed.

TV

However, the
the volume

@-

16

will not suddenly output a loud sound

levelisset to 0 automatically.

+/- or MUTE.

as

11m

• When this functionisnot available, "No displaying still
image available." will display. .

• The still image automatically goes out after 30 minutes.

•

If

you are using the freeze function and a broadcast
activates the V-CHIP BLOCK, the freeze function will be
canceled and a V-CHIP BLOCK message will appear.

INPUT

To

view

external

INPUT on the remote control unit

using

1 Press INPUT.

• A list of selectable sources appears.

2 Press INPUT again

source.

•Animage from the selected source automatically displays.

• Each time INPUT
If

the

corresponding

•
the

input.Besuretoconnect

11m

• See pages 11, 12, 13, 14 and 35 for external equipment
connection.

source

images,

or

press

is

pressed, the input source toggles.

inputisnot

J;../T

plugged

the

equipment

select

the

oronthe TV.

to

in,

input

select

the

you

cannot

beforehand.

source

change

input

Direct

Button

Operation

AVMODE

AV

MODE gives you several viewing options to choose
from to best match the surrounding environment of the
lV,

which can vary due to factors like room brightness,

of

type of program watched or the type

image input

from external equipment.

AV

Press

• Press AV

screen disappears. The mode changes as shown below:

MODE. CurrentAVMODE displays.

MODE

Example:
When

the

STANDARD-

again before the mode displayed on the

input

sourceisTV, INPUT 1, 2or3

MOVIE-

GAME -

USER

terminals

[TV]

t •

DYNAMIC - DYNAMIC

Example:
When

the

input

sourceisINPUT 4, 5, 6, 7

terminals

STANDARD_MOVIE_GAME_PC_USER[

t •

DYNAMIC I DYNAMIC

STANDARD: For a highly defined image

lighting.

MOVIE: For a movie.

GAME: Lowers image brightness for easier viewing.

PC: For
USER: Allows the user to customize settings

AUTO: Optimizes the image quality automatically based

DYNAMIC (Fixed): Changes the image and sound

DYNAMIC: For a clear-cut image emphasizing high

PC.

Vou can set the mode for each input source.

on the room brightness and image signal.

settings to the factory preset values. No adjustments
are allowed.

contrast, useful for sports viewing.

(Fixed)

(Fixed)

-

AUTO

or

8

J]

AUTO

in

a normal

as

desired.

ED

• Vou can select a differentAVMODE item for each input
mode. (For example, select STANDARD for TV input and

DVNAMIC for INPUT

• When you play games, "GAME"isrecommended for AV
MODE.

1.)

AUDIO

•

MTS/SAP

ThelVhas a feature that allows reception of sound
other than the main audio for the program. This feature

is

called Multi-channel Television Sound
with MTS can receive mono sound, stereo sound
and Secondary Audio Programs
feature allows a

information, which could be audio
or something completely different like weather
information.

You

can

where

available.

•

Stereo

events, shows and concerts

• SAP

broadcasts:

or SAP sound.
MAIN sound: The normal program soundtrack (either
mono or stereo).
SAP sound: Listen to a second language, supplementary
commentary or other information.

If

stereo

• Obtain a clearer sound by manually switching to fixed
mono-sound mode.

Vou can change MTS
broadcast signal.

Press

AUDIO to toggle between audio modes.

Examples:

STEREO mode:
STEREO + SAP mode:

MAIN + SAP mode:
MONO mode: MONO

•

Digital

The types of audio transmittedina digital broadcast include
SURROUND
is

possible for multiple audio tracks to accompany a single

video track.

AUDIO to toggle between audio modes.

Press

Example:

STEREO

'--

stereo

enjoy

broadcasts:

soundisdifficulttohear.

when

broadcasting

as

when

(Audio1) ­SURROUND

mode

lV

station to broadcast other

Hi-Fi

stereo

ReceiveTVbroadcastsineither MAIN

receiving

STEREO-

MAIN-SAP

soundorSAP

View programs like

in

dynamic stereo sound.

as

shown below to match the television

MTS

MONO

ST(SAP)-SAP(SD-

t ,

audio

wellasMONO and

receiving

Digital

STEREO

(Audio3)--'

(Audio2)

(MTS).

(SAP).

The SAP

in

another language

live

(SAPismono sound.)

and

SAP

The

broadcasts

sporting

MONO

mode

STEREO.Inaddition,

broadcasting

lV

in

it

ED

• MTS only operates whileinTV

mode.

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Direct Button Operation

POWER SAVING

Allows you

decrease the
backlight lifespan.
Press

•

Each
as

Off - Standard - Advanced

t ,

to

set the

power

POWER SAVING.

time

you

shown below.

press

Power

consumption

POWER SAVING,

Saving level in order

and increase the

the

mode changes

to

mD

•

You

can

have

Saving"onthe

• •• •• •

YourTVis
decoder. It allows you
and sound effects as subtitles on your
Captions are available on
some

VHS

program

Digital Closed Caption serviceisa
available only on digital
discretion
system than
because

styles. When the Digital Closed Caption service

use, it willbeindicatedbythe appearanceofa 3-letter

abbreviation that also indicates the language
Digital Closed Captions: ENG (English),
FRA (French)

Not

all

programs and VHS videotapes offer closed
captions. Please look for the
that captions will

the same settingsbychoosing "Power

menu

items.

(See

page

24.)

.

....

..

equipped with an internal Closed Caption

to

view conversations, narration

TV.

Closed

someTVprograms

home

video tapes at the discretionofthe

provider.

new

TV

programs

of

the service provider). Itisa more flexible

the

original Closed Caption system,

it

allows for a varietyofcaption sizes and font

or

other language codes.

(also at the

"[GGr symbol

be

shown.

and on

caption service

is

of

the

SPA

(Spanish),

to

ensure

.

in

1 Press

2 Press

CC.

•

This

will

display.

still on the screen.

Press

•
caption service.

• Depending
signal

1/2 or 1/4 displayed.
1/2

Example:

If
and
sequence:

The

•

selected
If
selectedisnot
another channel, the closed caption service that
availableisautomatically selected,
appears
Closed Caption services that appear
will
last
selected with the CC button

present the Closed Caption information

CC

while the Closed Caption information is

repeatedly

Air

Audio

Video

Ratings

being received,

means

a program

Text1),

CC button keeps a record of the

in

the last closed caption mode

in

notbestoredinthe CC button's memoryasyour

selected

until

you

select the desired closed

DIGITAL

22.1

ee

on

"the first of two services".

has

the

IEII-ElBll-BIIII-.

t ,

its

parentheses,

service.

~.

MONO

1080, (1691

1/2

ee1

NONE

the number of caption servicesinthe

you

three services

closed caption display

memory.

available

Only

Closed Caption
information

will

see

(Digital

(e.g.

for the next program, or

e.g.

"1/3(CC1)".

services that

are

information such

CC(ENG),

will

toggleinthis

last

service

1/3

ENG)

and

this service

in

parentheses

you

have

stored.

as

CC1

you

on

is

In

the Closed Caption system, there canbemore

is

one caption service provided. Each
own

number. The "CC1" and "CC2" services display
subtitles
program's

In
services display text

being viewed (e.g., weatherornews). These services

are also superimposed over the program currently
being viewed.

ofTVprograms

picture.

the Closed Caption system, the

superimposed over the

thatisunrelatedtothe

identifiedbyits

'Text1"or

than

"Text2"

program

Examples:

In

a case where there are
services provided (for instance, Digital CC(ENG)
and CC1), and Digital CC(ENG)
as your current selection,
not

broadcast
closed caption service, CC1, will
parentheses.
A closed caption service appears
because the service you selected is
and a different service is displayed on your screen.
"1/1(CC1)"

mD

•

When

"Power Saving"isset

the Power

information window.
Saving

settings.

•

See

page 30 for detailed closed caption settings.

When

•

•

•

the program containsnoclosed caption, "--"
displays
If
programs, "--"
Four

Text2)

contain none or
discretion of the program provider.

in

the language code,

kinds of closed caption service

are

for

the next program, the other

is

displayed insteadof"1/2/ENG".

Saving

leaf

icon

See

the closed caption information.

e.g.

willbeshown.

potentially

available,

only

some of these servicesatthe

two

closed caption

is

displayed

if

Digital CC(ENG) is

be

displayed

in

parentheses
not

available

to "Standard" or "Advanced",

appearsonthe channel

page24for details of Power

"ENG",isnot foundonDigital

(CC1,

but a broadcast

CC2, Text1.

in

TV

may

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18

Direct Button Operation

VIEW

You can select the screen size.

\\

SOURCE

8

8

REC

CD

8

MODE

(3

G

CD

(3

LIGHT

@)

EJ

0

•

II

FREEZE

0

$&

8@8

EXIT

..

0 0

\\

MENU

0

..

PRETURN

I

1 Press VIEW MODE.

• The View

• The menu lists the View

2 Press VIEW

• You can sequentially select a View

• For 4:3 programs

Example: Screen size images

[Q]

Suitable for viewing Suitable for stretching
conventional 4:3 programs
their normal format. DVDs

Mode

menu displays.

MODEorJ../T

Side Bar S.Stretch (Smart stretch)

Mode

options selectable for the

while the View Mode menuisdisplayed to select a desired item on the menu.

Mode

that has its

own

bQd

4:3

in

programstofill

the screen. screen 2.35:1 anamorphic

typeofvideo signal currently being received.

aspect

Suitable for viewing wide-

ratio.

Zoom

ern

in

full screen.

Stretch

1:0:1

This

modeisuseful

DVDs.

When

DVDs,

stretch

very

thin

and

bottomofthe

black

for

viewing

mode

will

bandsatthe

screen

1.85:

1.78:
still

.

1

1

show
top

• For HD programs

Stretch: Suitable for viewing wide-screen 1.78:1 aspect ratio program, stretch mode will still

top

and

the

DotbyDot

the screen.

Full Screen (720p only): You can select "Full Screen" only when receiving a
S.Stretch (Smart stretch): Suitable for stretching 4:3 programs
Zoom: Suitable for viewing wide-screen 2.35:1 aspect-ratio programs

bottomofthe screen.

(1080i/p only): Detects the resolution

of

the signal and displays an image with the same numberofpixels on

to

fill

720p

the screen.

in

full screen.

mm

• When using Dot by Dot or
change view mode to correct this.

Full

Screen, itispossible to see noise or bars around different outer portions of the screen. Please

signal.

show

very thin black bands at

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19

On-Screen Display Menu

On-Screen Display Menu Operation

Example

"'I

Picture

~~

LCFONT embedded

Example

.-;,

.//

Option

AQUOS LINK Setup
Audio Only

..

Auto Volume
Clear Voice

Output Select [Fixed]
Caption Setup

D

HI

[Off]
[Off]

@

®

Program Title Display [No]

CH

Favorite
Operation Lock Out [Off]

The bar aboveisan

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

CD

Press

~/~

to select the desired item.

® Press

@ Press

Ji..l""

to select the desired item.

~/~

to adjust the item.

Channel Selecting Effect
Demo Mode

CD

Item displayedinyellow

• This indicates the item currently selected.

• Press

® Item

• This indicates the current setting for the item.

in

@ Item displayed

• This indicates that the item can be selected.

@)

Item displayedingray

• This indicates that the item cannot be selected.

- Nothing

- The function

ENTER to go to the adjustment screen for this

item.

in

brackets

in

white

There are various reasons why the items cannot be

selected, but the main reasons are

signal.

is

connected to the selected input terminal.

is

not compatible with the current input

[Yes]

as

follows:

Em

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

• The screens

from the actual screens.

~~

LCFONT:

• This productisembedded with LC Font technology, which was developed by SHARP Corporation for clearly displaying easy­to-read characters on LCD screens.

the operation manual are for explanation purposes (some are enlarged, others cropped) and may vary slightly

Menu Operation Buttons

Using the remote control

Use the following buttons on the remote control to
operate the menu.

FREEZE

o~e

~

~~~,.

Press to open or close the menu screen.
Press to select a desired item on the screen or

adjust a selected item

ENTER:

RETURN:

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20

Press to go to the next step or complete the
setting.

Press to return to the previous step.

MENU

RETURN

e

Using the control panel of the main unit

You can also operate the menu with the control panel
of the main unit.

Button operationsonthe control panel correspond to

the ones on the remote control as shown below.

r-.

,

I

I
I

I

-~

~4

"OWEA

~

""~

I

~""

I

CH

I:

,"-

MENU: MENU on the remote

control.

INPUT: ENTER on the remote

control.

CHA/V:

VOL

+I

-:

Cursor

remote control.

Cursor

A,/.

rernote control.

..../~on the

on the

I:

~--

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On-Screen Display Menu

Menu Items

mm

• WhenAVMODEisset to "AUTO", part of the menu may not be displayed correctly or the setting range of the menu may be
changed.

• Some menu items may not be displayed depending on the selected input source.

to

• When configuring a menu, be sure

displayed, check whether one of the following may be the source of the problem.
., A TV program

'2 Audio and video are being inputted

'3

Audio and video are being inputtedtothe TV from a computer (INPUT

'4

Audio and video are being inputted to the TV from external HDMI equipment (INPUT

S/

Picture

OPC Page 22
Backlight Page 22
Contrast Page 22
Brightness Page 22
Color Page 22
Tint Page 22
Sharpness Page 22
Advanced

Reset. Page 22

~Audio

Treble Page 24

Bass Page 24
Balance Page 24

Surround Page 24

Bass Enhancer Page 24
Reset. Page 24

C'

Power

Power Saving Page 24
No Signal Off Page 24
No Operation Off Page 24

is

being viewed

Menu

C.M.S.-Hue Page 22
C.M.S.-Saturation Page 22
C.M.S.-Value Page 22
Color Temp Page 22

Fine Motion Enhanced Page 23
Active Contrast Page 23
Gamma Adjustment Page 23

Black Level. Page 23

Film

Mode Page 23
Digital Noise Reduction Page 23
30-

YIC Page 23
Monochrome Page 23
Range of OPC Page 23

Menu

Control

Menu

select the input source according to the menu itemstobe configured.Ifa menuisnot

(1V).

to

the TV from external analog equipment (INPUT1,2 or

4).
5,6,

*3 *4

\'1Setup

EZ
CH Setup Page 25*2*3
Antenna Setup-DIGITAL Page 25*2*3
Input Skip Page 25
Auto Sync Page 40

Input Label Page 25
Parental CTRL Pages 26-28*3*4
Fine Sync.
Position Page 26
Language Page 26

Reset. Page 26

OJ

Option

AQUOS LINK Setup Page 36
Audio Only Page 29

Input Select

HDMI Setup Page 29*1*2 *3

PC
Auto Volume Page 29

Clear Voice Page 29

Output Select Page 29

Color System Page 30
Caption Setup Page 30

Digital Caption Info Page 30*3*4

Program Title Display Page 30

Favorite CH Page 30*2*3

Game Play Time Page 30

Operation Lock Out.. Page 30

Channel Selecting Effect Page 29

Demo Mode Page 30

• Digital Setup

Audio Setup Page31*3*4

Identification Page31*3

Software Update Pages31-32

Menu

Setup Page 25*2*3

..

Menu

(for INPUT 1 or

Audio Select Page 40

2)

Menu

7 or

3).

8).

Page 40*1*2

Page

*1
*1

*3

29*'

*,*3*4

*3 *4
*3 *4
*1

*4
*4
*4

*2 *4

*4

*3*4

*4

*4

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21

On-Screen Display Menu

Picture Menu

to

Adjusts the picture

following picture settings.

Example

"1/

Picture

1 Press MENU to display the

~/~

press

2 Press

3 Press

4 Press MENU

:~·sel$rtea.·tWm:i

Backlight The screen dims The screen

Contrast

Brightness

Color For less color

Tint Skin tones Skin tones

Sharpness For less For more

• For resetting

preset values, press jjJ"
press

J;..!T

• Select "Advanced" and then press ENTER to set
"C.M.S.-Hue", "C.M.S.-Saturation", "C.MS.-Value",
"Color Temp.", "Fine Motion Enhanced", "Active
Contrast", "Gamma Adjustment", "Black Level",
"Film Mode", "Digital Noise Reduction",
"Monochrome" or "Range of OPC".

,./T(or

and then press

all

..../~to

your preference with the

MENU

to

select "Picture".

to

select a specific adjustment item.

~/~)

to

select the desired setting,

screen, and then

"3D-Y/C"

ENTER.

to

exit.

'''''!'I'~~n:i!J:~

briqhtens
For less contrast
For less For more
briqhtness briqhtness

intensity
become reddish become greenish

sharpness sharpness

Picture adjustment items to the factory

to

select "Reset", press ENTER,

select "Yes", and then press ENTER.

For more contrast

For more color

intensity

ope

Setting

Automatically adjusts the brightnessofthe screen.

Off:

The brightnessisfixed at the value setin"Backlight".

On: Automatically adjusts.
On: Display: Displays the OPC effect on the screen while

adjusting the brightness of the screen.

ED

• When setto"On", the Optical Picture Control (OPe)
senses the surrounding light and automatically adjusts
the backlight brightness. Make sure nothing obstructs
the OPC sensor, which could affect its ability to sense
surrounding light.

• When set to "On: Display", OPC effect displays on the
screen while the OPC adjusts the screen brightness.

to

• When set
the TV lights green.

Advanced Picture Setting

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

Color toneismanaged using the six-color adjustment
setting.

C.M.S.-Hue: This

more reddish or more bluishintone.

e.M.S.-Saturation: Increases or decreases the

saturation of a selected color.

C.M.S.-Value: A higher value makes the image brighter.

A lower value makes the image darker.

ED

• For resetting

values, press

ENTER.

,

,Color_.

(COlor~

For a better white balance, use color temperature
correction.

High: White with bluish tone

Mid-High: t

Middle:
Mid-Low:
Low:

White balance can be adjusted between a maximum

+30 and a minimum of

R Gain (La/HI):
G Gain (La/HI):
B Gain (La/HI):

ED

• For resetting
values, press

ENTER.

"On" or "On: Display", the OPC indicator on

is

a standard to adjust the color either

all

adjustment items to the factory preset

AI"

to select "Reset", and then press

-

White with reddish tone

-30

for each color temperature.

-30

through +30

-30

through +30

-30

through +30

all

adjustment items to the factory preset

A/"

to select "Reset", and then press

of

@>-

22

On-Screen Display

Menu

Use Fine Motion Enhanced to view fast-action video
more clearly.

On: For obtaining a clearer image.
Off: Normal image.

em

• "Fine Motion Enhanced" may cause image noise. If this
occurs, tum the function "Off".

Automatically adjusts the image contrast according
the scene.

On: Automatically adjusts the image contrast.
Off: No adjustment.

'..,

...

~Yf~'~~?Th'

~!(.MMl~···

Adjusts the differencesofpicture tones between bright

parts and dark parts. The adjustment range of the
gamma can be set to a maximum
of-2by pressing

....

or~.

of

+2 and a minimum

to

lIiVil&!'

Adjusts on-screen black

High: The black
Low: The black

level

level

gets brighter.

level

gets darker.

to your preferred

level.

em

• "Black Level"isavailable for input signal from Composite
Video, S-Video, Component 480i and analog broadcasts

(air

and cable).

Film

Mode

Automatically detects a film-based source (originally
encoded at 24 frames/second), analyzesitthen recreates
each

still

Advanced(High)/Advanced(Low): Select a desired

to remove jerkiness from film contents.

Standard: Detects, analyzes, converts film source.

Off: Normal viewing mode.

13:2;"':;.

~.:rrn·~Cli::own:::-~)~""~~~

film frame for high-definition picture quality.

level

em

• "Film Mode" does not function when you set AV MODE to
"GAME".

• "Standard" does not function when channel display shows

an

input signal resolution of 480p, 720p,or1080p.

• "Film Mode"isnot available during PC format input.

Produces a clearer video image.

Auto: Automatically adjusts the
High/Middle/Low: Select a desired level for viewing a

clearer video image.

Off: No adjustment.

level

of noise reduction.

em

• "Digital Noise Reduction"isnot available during PC format
input.

Provides high quality images with minimal
and cross color noise.

Slow: For still images.
Standard: Normal adjustment.

Fast: For moving images.

dot

crawl

em

• "3D-Y/C"isavailable for input signal from Composite Video

and analog broadcasts

For viewing a videoinmonochrome.

On: For viewinginmonochrome.
Off: Normal color.

R~6feec;

The brightness
adjustments can be set according to your preferences.
The adjustment rangeofthe OPC sensor can be set

a maximum

Max.:
Min.:

level

of

+16 and a minimum

-15

through +16

-16

through +15

(air

and cable).

range of the OPC sensor's automatic

of

-16.

em

• The "Range of OPC" settings are active only when "OPC"
is

setto"On".

• 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.

• Depending on the brightness
OPC sensor might not operate
small.

of

the surrounding light, the

if

the adjustment range

is

to

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On-Screen Display Menu

Audio Menu

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

Example

I

~

Audio

Treble [
Bass
Balance
Surround
Bass Enhancer
Reset

I,

'ROE

~

~~i)'

O~REORN

I

0]

-15

-15

[

OJ

[

0)

L

•

M;U

II

[

~

I SLEEP AUDIOAVIAOOE

I e:;)

I

1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then

press

..../~to select "Audio".

2 Press

3 Press

J;./~

to select a specific adjustment item.

• Select "Surround" or "Bass Enhancer" and then press

ENTER to set each item.

J;./~

(or

....

/~)

to

select the desired setting,

and then press

ENTER.

4 Press MENU to exit.

·~:~I~~~·It~Iij·;;"

Treble

Bass

-Salanc;;-'--

CIm

• Audio menu is grayed out when "Output Select" is set to
"Variable".

• For resetting
preset values, press
press

..../~to select "Yes", and then press ENTER.

Surround

The surround function produces Surround effect from
the speakers.

On: Makesitpossible to enjoy natural, realistic surround

sound.

Off:

Outputs the normal sound.

CIm

• You can choose Surround by pressing SURROUND on
the remote control unit.

• Audio menu
"Variable".

• For some discs, setup may be required on your DVD
In

player.
your DVD player.

this case, please refertothe operation manual of

Bass Enhancer

This

function allows

On: Bass Enhancer functionison.

Off: Normal sound.

f1sS.~~r;iltlUtt()ft~:!S'::t~;':·ii:;s~~($h

For weaker treble For stronger treble
For weaker bass For stronger bass

-I

Decrease

I

the

(See

page 29.)

all

Audio adjustment items to the factory

is

grayed out when "Output Select"isset to

(See

page 29.)

you

audio

from

right

speaker

~.r"

to select "Reset", press ENTER,

(See

page 16.)

to enjoy bass-enhanced sound.

CIm

• Audio menu is grayed out when "Output Select" is set to

(See

"Variable".

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24

page 29.)

OPTION

+15
+15

~

.~

R
[Off]
[On]

FAVOAIlE

0

CC

.

r

.

r

A'OSIOP

DO

SU~DDDD

1><;;4jl:

Decrease

the

left

audio

speaker

from

Power Control Menu .

Power control setting allows youtosave energy.

Example

I

t'

Power Control

Power Saving [Oft]
No Signal Off [Disable]
No Operation Off [Disable]

FREEZE

o~@

i

EXIT

~RETURN

001

- FAVORITE

0®@@

1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then

press

..../~to

2 Press

J;./~

and then press

3 Press

J;./~

and then press

4 Press MENU to exit.

Power Saving .

This function allows you to set the Power Saving level

in

order to decrease the power consumption and

increase the backlight lifespan.

Standard:

content. When set to "Standard",
screen.

Advanced:

content and engages OPC. When set to "Advanced",

"tL1'1"

Off: This function does not work.

CIm

• "Power Saving" does not function when you set AV MODE
to "AUTO" or "DYNAMIC (Fixed)".

• You cannot select a different Power Saving item for each

AV MODE.
When "Power Saving"

Modes will automatically change.

-If

you set "OPC" to "On" when "Power Saving"isset
to "Standard", then the "Power Saving" setting
change to "Advanced".

-When
"Advanced" to "Off" or to "Standard", "OPC" will be set
to "Off".

-"AUTO"

• When "Power Saving"
the Power Saving leaf icon appears to the left of "OPC"
the Picture menu screen.

• You can select Power Saving by pressing

SAVING

No Signal Off

When set to "Enable", the power will automatically shut

down if there

CIm

• Whenitis 5 minutes before the power shuts down, the

remaining time will start to keep appearing every minute.

• "Disable"

• When a

No Operation Off

When setto"Enable", the power will automatically shut
down if there

mm

• Whenitis
remaining time will start to keep appearing every minute.

• "Disable"

TV

select "Power Control".

to

select a specific adjustment item,

ENTER.

(or

....

/~)

to select the desired setting,

ENTER.

Optimizes power reduction based upon video

"_,,"

Optimizes power reduction based upon video

appears on the screen.

is

set, the "OPC" settings for

you change the "Power Saving" setting from

and "DYNAMIC (Fixed)" will remain set to "Off".

is

set to "Standard" or "Advanced",

on the remote control unit.

is

no signal for 15 minutes.

is

the factory preset value.

program finishes, this function may not operate.

is

no operation for 3 hours.

5 minutes before the power shuts down, the

is

the factory preset value.

(See

POWER

page 18.)

MENU

,

I

:

CH

- I

appearsonthe

all

AV

will

in

On-Screen Display Menu

Setup

""

EZ Setup
CH Setup
Antenna Setup-DIGITAL
Input
Parental CTRL

Position
Language
Reset

1 Press

press

2 Press

Example

Setup

Skip

MENU

~/~

..

Menu

.

v~

POWER

SAVING

{J

@ - 0

FnEEZE

O~~

@~m

EXIT

~RETURN

O~Q

- FAVORITE CH -

0®@@

[Englishj

to display the MENU screen, and then

to select "Setup".

.t'l/f

to select a specific adjustment item,

AQuas

,eH

H'''''

" MUTE

MENU

and then press ENTER.

• When you select "EZ Setup", "CH Setup", "Parental
CTRL" or "Reset", you can enter the 4-digit secret
number here. See page 26 for setting a secret number.

3 Press J;./T (or

~/~)

to select the desired setting,

and then press ENTER.

4 Press

MENU

to exit.

EZSetup

You can runEZSetup again, even after setting up the
preset channels.

Language:

French and Spanish).

TV

Location:

where you plan to install the
for ENERGY STAR V3.0

Home:

set to "STANDARD".

Store:

"DYNAMIC (Fixed)". Picture Reset and Feature Demo can be

set.

Picture

Feature

• ENERGY STAR qualificationisbased onAVMODE

Air/Cable:

with your

CH

Search:

all

Select from among 3 languages (English,

Select "Home" or "Store" for the location

TV.

This product qualifies

in

"Power Saving"issetto"Advanced", andAVMODE

"Power Saving"isset to "Off" and AV MODEisset to

Reset:AVMODE will be set to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)"
regardless of whether Picture Resetis"On"or"Off".Ifyou
select "On", AV MODE will be reset to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)"

if

thereisno operation for 30 minutes. When "Off"

selected,AVMODE will be set to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)".

Demo:

When "On"isselected, after
are completed, the Feature Demo screenisdisplayed if
thereisno operation for several minutes.

"STANDARD".

Make sure what kind of connection is made

TV when selecting "Air" or "Cable".

channels viewableinthe set area.

Channel auto search makes the TV look for

Home mode default setting.

is

all

the settings

rmm

• See "Initial Setup" on page 15 for setting each item.
is

• if no channel

made

with

•Ifyou select "Analog Search Start" and initiate the channel

search, the CH Memory for Cable Digital will be deleted,

found, confirm the type of connection

yourTVand

try

"EZ

Setup"

again.

CH Setup

If

initial setup does not memorize

all

the channels

your region, follow the instructions below to manually

memorize the channels.

Air/Cable:

with your

CH

all

CH

ANALOG
DIGITAL (Cable).

On:

Make sure what kind of connectionismade

TV

when selecting "Air" or "Cable".

Search:

channels viewableinthe set area.

Memory:

Channel auto search makes theTVlook for

You can select the channels to skipineach

(Air),

ANALOG (Cable), DIGITAL

Skips channels. (Channel selection disabled using

IVY·)

Off:

Does not skip channels. (Channel selection enabled using

CHAfY·)

Remove

Scrambled

look for and then delete digital cable channels that

are scrambled and so unavailable

process may take more than 20 minutes.

Yes: Starts to remove scrambled channels.

No: This function does not work.

CH: This function makes the

in

the set area. The

rmm

• See "initial Setup" on page 15 for setting each item.

•

Ifnochannelisfound, confirm the typeofconnection
made with your

•

If

you select "Analog Search Start" and initiate the channel

search, the CH Memory for Cable Digital will be deleted.

TV and try channel search again.

Antenna Setup-DIGITAL

In

order to receive digital air broadcasts, you need
a digital broadcast antenna. You can confirm the
antenna configuration through the "Antenna Setup­DIGITAL" screen.Ifnecessary, adjust the direction of
the antenna to obtain the maximum signal strength.

Signal

Strength:

is displayed. The signal information is based on the
current channel.

Channel

is

Strength:

to check the signal strength of the selected channel.

Make sure the signalisstrong enough for each

channel.

• This functionisavailable for DIGITAL

The signal strength of DIGITAL channel

Input the 2-digit channel number

(Air)

only.

Input Skip

This setting allows you to skip the HDMI or PC-IN Input
("Input 4

(PC)",

"Input 5 (HDMI)", "Input 6 (HDMI)",

"Input 7 (HDMI)" and "Input 8 (HDMI)") on the Input

Selection operation.

Yes: Skips the input.

No:

Does not skip input.

Input Label

Lets you set the input terminal displayed when using

the INPUT SOURCE menu or channel display. Press

J;.I'I/f

I

~/~

to select the new name for the input

mode.

rmm

• You cannot change labelsifthe INPUT SOURCE

(Air)

and

is

in

CH

TV

TV.

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On-Screen Display Menu

Position

For adjusting a picture's horizontal and vertical
position.

H-Pos.: Centers the image by moving

right.

V-Pos.: Centers the image by moving

it

to the left or

it

up or down.

miD

• For resetting adjustments to the factory preset values,
press

J;./T

to select "Reset", and then press ENTER.

• When connecting aPCto the HDMI terminal, the image
position will be automatically adjusted.
manually adjusted.

• The screen position variable ranges depend on the View
Mode

or

the signal type. The ranges can be seen on the

position-setting screen.

• Adjustments are stored separately according to input
source.

Language

You can also select a language from the Setup menu.

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

Reset

If

complex adjustments are made and the settings

cannot be restored to normal, you can reset the
settings to the factory preset values.

1 "Return to the factory preset values" displays on the

screen.

•Ifyou have already set the Secret No., input the 4-digit
secret number here.

2 Select "Yes".

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

3 Select "Yes".

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

miD

• The Channel Setup settings will not be changed.

• The Language settings will not be changed.

• The Secret number settings will not be changed.

• The TV Location settings will not be changed.

...

" displays on the screen and blinks.

It

cannot be

Parental CTRL
(Parental Control Setting)

Allows you to use a secret number to protect certain

settings from being accidentally changed.

IMPORTANT:

Three conditions must be met to enable the V-Chip

pages 27 to 28):

1. Secret No.isregistered.

2. V-ChipN-Chip

• The "V-Chip
rating system can be downloaded via digital broadcasting

US.

3.

"Status"isset to "On".

(DTV

Only)

settings have been made.

(DTV

Only)" will only be selectable when a new

• New Secret No.

You can set and change the secret number by using
0-9.

Input Secret No.: When you change the secret number,

enter the old 4-digit secret number here. The cursor
moves to "New Secret No.".

New

Secret No.: When you set the new secret number,

enter the new 4-digit secret number here. The cursor
moves to "Reconfirm".

Reconfirm: Enter the same 4-digit number you set

"New Secret No.".

• Secret No. Clear

You can clear your secret number.

Yes: Your secret number
No: Your secret number

• As a precautionary measure, make a note of your secret
number and keep

•Ifthe secret numberiscleared, the Status setting
automatically sets to "Off". "V-Chip" and "Status" will not
be selectable from the menu.

·Stda¥.'

~a~~;;"

itina familiar place.

is

cleared.

is

not cleared.

Used to enable or disable the parental control function.
This function will not be selectable from the menu if
youdonot first configure your secret number.

On: Enables Parental CTRL.
Off: Disables Parental CTRL.

in

in

(see

the

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26

On-Screen Display Menu

V-CHIPisan

N.

This tool gives parents a great degree of control
over broadcasts accessed by their children.
parents to select programs judged suitable for child
viewing while blocking ones judged not suitable.
does so automatically once you activate the V-CHIP
feature
selectable from the menu
your secret number.

• The U.S. has

Parental Guidelines and movie ratings.

• The

"TV

V-CHIP to help parents screen out inappropriate television

shows from their children.

• Movie ratings are used for original movies rated by the

Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA)
on cable
also be set to block MPAA-rated

IDD

• The setting automatically enters "Block" for any ratings
below your selection.

• If Status
not work .

electronic filtering device built into your

It

allows

in

your

N.

"V-Chip" and "Status" will not be

if

youdonot first configure

two

rating systems for viewing content:

Parental Guidelines workinconjunction with the

as

watched

"TV

and not edited for television. The V-CHIP can

is

not set to "On", the configuration settings will

movies.

It

"TV

•

TV

Parental Guidelines

Example

Press

I!JJJJ"

to adjust the item to your desired position.

"ti"

indicates the itemisblocked. Press

Suggested age

TV-V:
TV-V7: Directed to older children.
TV-G: General audience.
TV-PG: Parental Guidance suggested.

All

children.

TV-14: Parents strongly cautioned.
TV-MA: Mature audience only.

Example

MENU

to exit.

•

MPAA

Press

"ti"

G:

General audiences.

PG:

suitable for children.

PG-13: Parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be

inappropriate for children under 13.

R:

Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or

adult guardian

NC-17: No one 17 and under admitted.

X:

Xisan

encoded

(Voluntary movie rating system)

Example

lJiJ'f

to adjust the item to your desired position.

indicates the itemisblocked. Press

All

ages admitted.

Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be

(age

variesinsome jurisdictions).

older rating thatisunified with NC-17 but may be

in

the data of older movies.

MENU

to exit.

IDD

• Voluntary movie rating system only usesanage-based
rating.

When settinganindividual content-based rating item:

1 Press ~ or ENTER to access blocked content

items from the currently selected age-based rating
item.

2 Press

3 Press

Content

FV:
V:

S:

L:

0:

J;..I""

press

to selectanindividual item, and then

ENTER

to unblock

it

("ti"

is

the same steps for the other items.

~

or RETURN to register after

content rating items are set.

Fantasy violence.

Violence.

Sexual situation.

Adult language.

Sexually suggestive dialog.

removed). Repeat

all

individual

IZJ IZJ
IZJ IZJ
IZJ IZJ

X X X
X X X X
X X X

IZJ

:The content rating can be set, but this rating

normally broadcast by
X:

Content rating can be set.

N stations.

IZJ IZJ

IZJ

IZJ
IZJ IZJ

X

is

not

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27

On-Screen Display Menu

Canadian Rating Systems (Canadian English ratings
and Canadian French ratings)

• The TV rating systemsinCanada are based on the

Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications

in

Commission (CRTC) policy on violence
programming.

• While violence

be rated, the structure developed takes into consideration
other program content like language, nudity, sexuality and
mature themes.

• When setting the V-CHIP on the Canadian system you

can choose either the Canadian English ratings
Canadian French ratings.

is

the most important content element to

television

or

the

• Canadian English Ratings

Press

./T

to adjust the item to your desired position.

"~"

indicates the itemisblocked. Press

E:

Exempt: Includes news, sports, documentaries and other

information programming; talk shows, music videos, and

variety programming.

C:

Children: Intended for younger children under the age of 8

years. Pays careful attention to themes that could threaten

their sense of security and well-being.

C8+: Children over 8 years old: Contains no portrayal

as

of violence
to resolve conflict; nor encourage children to imitate
dangerous acts which they may see on the screen.

G:

General: Considered acceptable for
Appropriate viewing for the entire family, contains very little
violence, physical, verbal or emotional.

PG:

Parental Guidance: Intended for a general audience, but
may not be suitable for younger children (under the age of
becauseitcould contain controversial themes or issues.

14+: Over 14 years: Could contain themes where violence

is

one of the dominant elements of the storyline, but
must be integral to the development of plot or character.
Language usage could be profane and nudity present
within the context of the theme.

18+: Adults: Intended for viewers 18 years and older and

might contain depictions of violence, which while related to
the development of plot, character or themes, are intended

for adult viewing. Could contain graphic language and
portrayals of sex and nudity.

the preferred, acceptable, or only way

MENU

all

age groups.

to exit.

it

• Canadian French Ratings

Press

J;J."

to adjust the item to your desired position.

"~"

indicates the itemisblocked. Press

E:

Exempt programming.

G:

General:
violence, but may be integrated into the plot
or unrealistic manner.

8ans+: General but inadvisable for young children: May

be viewed by a wide public audience, but could contain
scenes disturbing to children under 8 who cannot
distinguish between imaginary and
Recommended for viewing with parent.

13ans+: Over 13 years: Could contain scenes

violent scenes and therefore recommended for viewing with
parent.

16ans+: Over 16 years: Could contain frequent violent scenes

and intense violence.

18ans+: Over 18 years: Only for adult viewing. Could contain

frequent violent scenes and extreme violence.

•

How

All

ages and children, contains minimal direct

to temporarily release the

real

MENU

situations.

V-CHIP

When the V-CHIP BLOCKisworking and censors a

broadcast, "V-CHIP HAS BEEN ACTIVATED." displays.

1 Press ENTER while the V-CHIP

is

working, and

then the secret number setting menu displays.

2 Input the 4-digit secret number by using 0-9. At this

time V-CHIP BLOCK temporarily releases.

• Reactivating the temporarily released

8)

BLOCK

You can reactivate the temporarily released V-CHIP
BLOCK

• Select "Status" setting from the Parental CTRL menu to

• Select "V-Chip" setting ("MPAA", "TV Guidelines", "Can.

• Switch off the TV power.

as

shown below.

reactivate BLOCK. (See page 26.)
English Ratings" or "Can. French Ratings") from the

(See

Parental CTRL to reactivate BLOCK.

pages 27 to 28.)

to exit.

in

a humorous

of

frequent

BLOCK

V-CHIP

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28

• Performing any of the three above will activate the V-CHIP
BLOCK.

On-Screen Display Menu

Option'

rl/

Option

AQUOS
Audio Only
PC Audio Select
Auto Volume
Clear Voice
Output Select
Caption Setup
Digital Caption Info.
Program Title Display
Favorite CH
Operation Lock
Channel Selecting Effect

Demo

1 Press

press

2 Press

Example

LINK Setup

Mode

MENU

~/~

Ji,./~

Menu

INPUT

FLASHBACK

eo

[Input 4 (PCl]

[Off]
[Off]

[Fixed]

[No]

Out

[Off]

(Yes]

to display the MENU screen, and then

to

select "Option".

to select a specific adjustment item and

VOL

CH

POWER

SAVING

@ v

FREEZE

@ 0

EXIT

e~o

- FAVORITE CH -

{J

~RETURN

0®@@

REC

STOP

OPTION

00

SLEEP AUDIO

omoo

SURRQUNO

AVMOO£

FAVORITE

MUTE

(}

MENU

1m

CC

then press ENTER.

3 Press Ji,./T (or

....

/~)

to select the desired setting,

and then press ENTER.

4 Press

MENU

•

Skip

this

step

to exit.

for

"Audio

Only".

Audio Only

When listening to music from a music program, you
can turn the screen off and enjoy audio only.

On: Audio
Off: Both screen images and audio are output.

is

output without screen image.

mB

• The screen image will return to normal when a button
(except those for audio adjustment, such as VOL,

SURROUND,

Auto

Volume

AUDIO)ispressed.

Different sound sources sometimesdonot have the
same volume level, such as a program and its
commercial breaks. The Automatic Volume Control
(Auto Volume) reduces this problem by equalizing
levels.

Clear

Voice

This function emphasizes speech against background
noise for greater clarity.

MUTE,

Input Select

If the image does not comeinclearly from the external

equipment connected to INPUT 1 or INPUT

2,

you

may need to change the input signal type setting on

the "Input Select" menu.

• INPUT 1

Select the input signal type from the list below:

Auto/COMPONENT

NIDEO

.INPUT2

Select the input signal type from the list below:

Auto/COMPONENT/S-

TERMINAL

em

•Ifthe selected signal typeisincorrect, images are not
displayed at

• Refer to your external equipment operation manual for the
signal type.

•

If

you set INPUT 1 or 2 to Auto, the1Vwill automatically

select the input signal.

• Setting INPUT 1
other equipment
connection priority.

INPUT

CD

COMPONENT VIDEO

(glVIDEO

INPUT

CD

COMPONENT VIDEO

(gl S-VIDEO

HOMI Setup

To watchanHDMI or PC-IN equipment image, select

"INPUT5", "INPUT6", "INPUTl" or "INPUTS" from
INPUT SOURCE menu using

control unit or on the

Auto

Enable: To use View Mode based on signal

Disable: No function.

mB

• Refer to your external equipment operation manual for the
signal type.

• When connecting an HOMI-OVI conversion adapter/cable
to the HDMI terminal, the image may

Output Select

Allows youtoselect what controls the audio output.

Fixed: Sound via speakerisadjusted with VOL + / - on

the remote control unit or VOL+ / - on the 1V.
Sound
adjustable and outputs at a consistent level.

Variable: Sound via the AUDIO OUTPUT terminal

adjusted with VOL + / - on the remote control unit or

VOL+/

Sound via speaker

Channel Selecting Effect

You can select whether to use transition effects when
changing channels.

Yes: A transition effectisused

No: No function.

all

or are displayed without any color.

or

2 signal selectionto"Auto" when

is

connected will resultinthe following

1:

2:

TV.

View:

recognition, including

via

the AUDIO OUTPUT terminalisnot

- on the 1V.
is

muted.

INPUT

an

HOMI signal.

when the channelischanged.

on the remote

not

comeinclearly.

is

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29

On-Screen Display Menu

Color System

Select the video signal system compatible with your
equipment from the list below:

Auto/NTSC/PAL-M/PAL-N

1mB

• "Color System" can only be set for the INPUT 1 VIDEO,
INPUT 2 S-VIDEO and INPUT 3 VIDEO.

• If you have already set the Secret No., input the 4-digit

secret number here. See page 26 for setting a secret
number.

Caption Setup

This function allows you to adjust the closed
caption screen appearance to suit your preference.
You can adjust 7 items: "Caption Size", "Font
Style", "Foreground Color", "Foreground Opacity",

"Background Color", "Background Opacity" and
"Character Edge".

Example:

Selectable items available for "Font Style".

Default:

Type
Type
Type
Type
Type

Type
Type
Type

1mB

• For resetting adjustments to the factory preset values,
press

• The default value depends on the broadcasting station.

The font specified by broadcasting station or

default

font

0:

Proportional font usedinthe MENU screen.

1:

Monospaced with serifs.

2:

Proportionally spaced with serifs

3:

Monospaced without serifs.

4:

Proportionally spaced without serifs.

5:

Casual font type.

6:

Cursive font type.

7:

Small capitals.

"'/T to select "Reset", and then press ENTER.

Digital Caption Info.
(Digital Caption Information)

This function allows viewing of digital closed caption
information for the digital broadcast program being
viewed.

1mB

• This listisnot displayed for analog broadcasts or external

input audio/video.

• This information
Text2, andisnot displayedina

Program Title Display

Select the CH display when changing channels for
digital broadcasting.

Yes: "Program Info." displays.
No: "Program Info." does not display.

Game Play Time

This function displays the elapsed game time so you
do not lose track of the time. To display the elapsed
time, select "GAME" for the AV MODE before starting
the game.

On:

The elapsed timeisdisplayed every 30 minutes when

you switch to GAME modeinexternal input mode.

Off: No adjustment.

is

not includedinCC1, CC2, Text1,

list

or

Operation Lock Out

This function locks the operation buttonsonthe
and the remote control.

Off: No adjustment

RC Control Lock:

locked.

Button Control Lock:

POWER, are locked.

1mB

• To unlock the buttons on the remote control by using the
control panel of the main unit

CD

Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then
press

VOL +/- to select "Option".

® Press

@ Press

@)

• To unlock the buttons on the
remote control, and then select "Off"
Out".

CH/\/V

then press

CH/\/V

Press MENU to

All

buttons on the remote control are

All

buttons on the

(see

page

to select "Operation Lock Out", and

INPUT.

to select "Off", and then press INPUT.

exit

TV,

press MENU on the

TV,

20):

in

"Operation Lock

1V

except

Favorite CH

(Favorite Channel Setting)

This function allows you to program 4 favorite
channels,in4 different categories. By setting the
favorite channelsinadvance, you can select your
favorite channels easily.

To register your favorite channel:

Select "Register" and then press ENTER. Press

~

to select the positioninthe category, and then press

ENTER to register.

To delete your favorite channel:

Select"1 Data Clear" and then press ENTER. Press

"'/T/..

then press
To delete

1mB

• Before setting the channel, select the channel you want to
registerasa favorite channel.

• You can display the "Favorite CH" screen by pressing

FAVORITE on the remote control.

/~

to select the channel you want to delete, and

ENTER. Select "Yes" and then press ENTER.

all

the favorite channels, select

"All

Data Clear".

"'/T/..

Demo Mode

You can select the image from several types of demo

mode.

120Hz Demo 1/120Hz Demo
Demo/Auto Play

If

you select "Auto Play", you need to set playback type.

Continuous: Play Demos continuously.

10 min.: Play Demos every

20 min.: Play Demos every

1mB

• This function will be canceled when you press EXIT on the
remote control unit.

•

When

"Demo

FREEZE pauses/restarts demo.

• "Demo Mode" may not be selected depending on input
signal type.

• "Demo Mode" may be automatically canceled depending
on input signal type.

Mode"issetto"Feature

10
20

2110

bit Demo/Feature

minutes.
minutes.

Demo",

pressing

/

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On-Screen Display Menu

Digital Setup Menu

Example

I_

Digital Setup

AudiO Setup [PCM]

Identification
Software Update

FREEZE

o •

$l

EO

",

1-'

- FAVORITE CH -

0®@@

MENU

"R'ORN

1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then

press

~/~

to select "Digital Setup".

2 Press
3 Press

./T

to select a specific adjustment item,

and then press

./T

(or

and then press

ENTER.

~/~)

to select the desired setting,

ENTER.

4 Press MENU to exit.

Audio Setup

You can output digital audio toanAV amplifier or
similar device whose DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT terminal
is

connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal
on the
compatible with the audio format of the program you
are watching and the equipment connected.

TV.

Please selectanaudio output format

PCM: The optical output terminal outputs audio signal

in

PCM form.Ifyour digital audio system does not

support Dolby Digital, select "PCM".

Dolby Digital: The optical output terminal outputs audio

signal

in

Dolby Digital form. It reproduces sound from

surround program of digital.

Software Update

This function allows software updates by inserting a

USB memory device with the update file into the
SERVICE terminal on the
To check for the availability of a software update, visit
www.sharpusa.com.
call 1-800-BE-SHARP (800-237-4277).

TV.

If

you have any questions, please

• • •

•

• •

•

INPUT

00

@

A..ASH3ACK

TV.

in

the USB

0

EmmD

• Do not remove the USB memory device or unplug
the AC cord while the softwareisbeing updated.

• Be sure to properly follow the whole procedure
described below, step by step. Otherwise, for
example, the TV cannot read the data
memory device and software updating will fail.

1 Insert the USB memory device with the update file

into the SERVICE terminal on the

Identification

The current version of the TV softwareisdisplayed.

2 Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and

then press

3 Press

press

•Ifyou have already set the Secret No., gotostep

~/~

to select "Digital Setup".

./T

to select "Software Update", and then

ENTER.

I _ Digital Setup

Audio Setup [PCM]

Identification

pd

4 Input the 4-digit secret number by using

0-9.

I _ Digital Setup I

4.

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31

On-Screen

Display

Menu

5 Press ENTER to start checking the data

in

USB memory device.

6 During the data checking, "Checking" blinks.

• The current version of the
of the update file on the USB memory device are
displayed. To update the
file,

select "Yes", and then press ENTER.

Example

1V

software and the version

1V

software with the update

the

7 Press ENTER to start updating.

• The screen becomes dark for a while until the update
screen can be displayed. Please wait for the update

AC

screen to appear. Do not unplug the

Example

cord.

E!iim

• Do not remove the USB memory device or unplug
the AC cord while the software

is

being updated.

•Ifthe USB memory deviceisnot properly installed or
the correct update file cannot be found

an

memory device,
Check the file on the USB memory device, and then
reinsert the USB memory device correctly.

error messageisdisplayed.

on

the USB

8 When the software

is

successfully updated, a
screenisdisplayed indicating that the update
processiscompleted.

After this screenisdisplayed, the1Vautomatically

turns off and then turns on again.

Example

•Ifthe update has failed, check the
memory device and try Software Update again.

Failedtocomplete update

Retry Software Update

If

system

Update

contact the customer service

falls again,

9 After the screen shown below

fileinthe USB

center

is

displayed, press

ENTER.

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32

System

software

successfully updated

Remove

the

USB

_____

10

Remove the USB memory device.

~

memory

was

deVice

I

Other Viewing Options

Presetting Remote Control Function

You can operate the connected AV products(AV

DTV,

receiver, cable box, SAT tuner,
using the presetting manufacturer function of your
remote control unit.

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C:rsAT

V 0 0 •

SOURCE

1

1

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4

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•

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VCR, DVD,

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Presetting manufacturer codes

1 Press

2 After the

3 Press

4 After registering the code, the

FUNCTION

lights up.

LED

FUNCTION

enter the code registration mode. The
blink.

0-9

to

page 34.)

• Preset modeisfinished once the
up.

then turn off after one second.

incorrect operation, the
turn off.)

until the

for your device lights up, press

and

DISPLAY

enter the manufacturer code. (See

LED

for your device

at the same time

lEO

LED

will stop blinking

(If

you perform

LED

will blink quickly then

LED

will

no longer lights

LD)

to

an

Operating the Connected Equipment

To operate the connected equipment, press

FUNCTION

AUDIO,
LED

lights up, and the remote control unit button will

function as follows.

• When you operate VCR or
terminal connected to your device.

• CABLE and SAT cannot be selected at the same time.

1

SOURCE

• Turns the connected equipment power on and off,

2

~~

• Rewinds the tape and allows picture search.

• Hold down to goinreverse.

3 REC

• Starts recording.

4

.....

• Pressing quickly once takes you to the start of the chapter
currently playing. Each time you press

to the start of the previous chapter.

50-9

• Press a button (or buttons) that correspondstothe
channel that you wish to watch.

6~

• Starts playback.

7

~~

• Rapidly advances the tape and allows picture search.
(VCR)

• Hold down to fast forward.

to select the

CBUSAT

POWER

(CBUSAT), •

LED

for your device.

(cable converter) or

DVD,

press INPUT to select the

(DVD)

(VCR)

(DOT)

(SAT)

(VCR,

DVD)

(DVD)

DVD.)

it,

you move back

(DVD)

(VCR,

The

(VCR)

811

• Sets pauses and still pictures.

(VCR,

DVD)

9.

• Stops the tape transport.

• Playback stops when pressed. With some
pressing the button twice may open the disc tray.

10

~

• Pressing quickly once takes youtothe start of the next
chapter. Each time you press it, you move ahead
start of the next chapter.

11

FLASHBACK

• Press to switch between the current channel and the
channel you were watching immediately before. Some
manufacturers

12

CH/VV

• Press

• Presstoselect the channel of the TV tuner on the VCR.

13

• When this buttonispressed, the

14

•

• ENTER: Press to activate the selected function.

CH/\orCHV

channel.
(VCR)

MENU

(DVD)

~/T/~/~,ENTER

~/T

/

....

GUIDE screen or SAT MENU screen.
button to select items on the

DVD)

do

(CBl)

/~:

Press the button to select items on the SAT

(VCR)

(DVD)

not preset FLASHBACK. (CBl)

to tuneinto a higher or lower

DVD

DVD

menu screen.

DVD

menu will display.

(SAT).

Press the

players,

(DVD)

to

(DVD)

(SAT,

the

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33

Other Viewing Options

Manufacturer codes

VCR BRAND

Akai
Audio
Broksonic
Canon
Capehart
Craig
Curtis Mathis

Daewoo
DBX
Dynatech
Emerson
Fisher 09,

Funai
G.E.
Goldstar
Hitachi

Instant Replay 04
JC Penney
JVC
Kenwood
L10yds
Magnavox
Magnin
Marantz
Memorex
Minolta
Mitsubishi
Montgomery Ward
Multitech
NEC

Panasonic

Pentax

Philco

Philips

Pioneer 46
QUASAR

RCA

Realistic

Samsung 23,

Sanyo

Scott 20

Sears

Sharp

Shintom

Sony

Sound Design 29

Sylvania

Symphonic 29
Tatung 15
Teac
Teknika
Thomas
TMK
Toshiba
Video Concepts
Yamaha
Zenith 16

REMOTE CONTROL CODE

25,26,37

15,22,30
32
04
34

10,31
04

34

15,22,30

29

21,32,35

28,29
04

24
06,47

04,06,24,30

15,41,42,53

14,

29
04,05,08
31
30
04,10,24,29
06

17,18,39,40,48
02,43

29

15,22,30
04,44,45,49,50
05,06
04,06
04,05,08

04

06,07,33,51

01,02,10,24

10,
06,11,24

01,02,03

36

12,13,38

05,08

15,29

27,29

29

21

19,20

30

15,29,30

NUMBER

10,

11

15

31
14,52

DVD/BD/LD BRAND

Denon

JVC

Kenwood
Magnavox
Marantz
Mitsubishi
Panasonic
Philips
Pioneer
Proscan
RCA
Samsung 07,

Sharp

Sony

Toshiba

Yamaha

Zenith

CATV/SAT BRAND

Anvision
Cable Star

Eagle

General Instrument
Jerrold

Magnavox
Motorola

NEC

Oak Sigma

Panasonic
Philips

Pioneer
Randtek
RCA
Scientific Atlanta
Sony
Viewstar

Zenith

1m

• Numbers marked

CATV

codes.

AUDIO BRAND

Sharp

with'

are

REMOTE CONTROL CODE

NUMBER

02
09
21
04
04
06
02,22
04,23
08,11,20
03
03,24

12
01,10
05,25
04
02
04

REMOTE CONTROL CODE

NUMBER

04,05
04,05
05
02,03,07,12,13,14,
19,22
02,03,07,12,13,14,
22,31,32,33,34,35,
36,37,38,39,40
04,05,09,14,17,18,
20,21,24,25

47

42

8

16,23
04,05,09,15,17,18,
20,21,24,25
08,10,29,30,43*,46
04,

05
16,27,44*,45*
01,26
28
04,05,09,15,17,18,
20,21,24,25
06,41

SAT codes,

REMOTE CONTROL CODE

all

others are

NUMBER

01

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34

Using AQUOS LINK

Controlling

What's

• Using the HOMICEC (Consumer Electronics Control) protocol, with AQUaS LINK you can interactively operate

• By connecting

• AQUaS LINK allows youtooperate the HOMI-connected equipment with one remote control.

AQUaS

compatible system equipment (Blu-ray disc equipment, AVamplifier,
recorder or

~r--...;;I

LJ

AQUOS

Audio

HOMI

LINK?

AQUaS

AV

amplifier using the remote control of the

=;;;.I_...,,~:

Equipment

LINK-compatible devices with HOMI-certified cables to the 1V, you can control a

HDMI-certified cable

~m~c;,,"

Using

AQUaS

1V

.

""'b~

LINK

U Optical fiber cable I

LINK-compatible

system

HDMI-certified cable
(commercially available)

(commercially available)

* You can use the INPUT

6,

~I

7 or 8 terminal.

OVO)

.

Example*

~

5,

{

AQUOS SO Player

TV

• Point the remote control toward the

• Video noise may occur depending on the type

• Up to 3 pieces of HOMI recording equipment and one

• These operations affect the HOMI equipment selected as the current input source. If the equipment does not operate, turn on
the equipment and select the appropriate input source using

INPUT

FLASHBACK

eo

VOL

'

IJC~

MUTE

MENU

._

POWER

SAVING

@ v 0

FREEZE

o

,-,

E.

q

pRiRN

- FAVORITE CH -

TV,

not to connected HOMI equipment.

of

HOMI

cable used. Make sure to useanHOMI-certified cable.

AV

amplifier can be connected using this system.

INPUT.

You can operate AQUaS LINK-compatible devices with the remote control

unit when the

REC STOP

used.

• One

While the1Visinstandby mode,itautomatically turns on and plays back the
image from the

•

One

Press REC while you are viewing a broadcast received with the AQUaS
LINK-compatible recorder. The AQUaS LINK automatically recognizes the
connected HOMIdevice and starts recording.

•

Single

The AQUaS LINK automatically recognizes the connected
you can control the

FUNCTION of the remote control unit

and OPTION buttons will function only when AQUaS LINK

Touch

Touch

Play

HOMI

Recording

remote

source.

control

1V

and the devicesasif

using a universal remote control.

is

set to 1V.

HOMI

device and

is

••••

REC

STOP

OPTION

AUDIO

FAVORITE

0

AV

MODE

cc

••

SLEEP

0000

SURROUND

o

1m

• The above descriptionisan

• The steps

• Refer to this operation manual and the operation manual of the

in

"AQUaS LINK Setup" on page 36 need to be completed beforehand.

exampleofthe

•

Control

Set the volumeofAQUaS LINK-compatible audio system.

AQUaS

the

AQUaS

LINK function.

AQUaS

LINK-compatible

LINK device to be used with this

audio

system

TV.

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35

Using AQUOS LINK

AQUOS LINK Setup

1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then

press

..../~to select "Option".

2 Press
3 Press

It../~

then press

It../~

to select "AQUOS LINK Setup", and

ENTER.

to select a specific item, and then press

ENTER.

4 Press

It../~

(or

and then press

...../~) to select the desired setting,

ENTER.

S Press MENU to exit.

Select AQUOS LINK Control to disable AQUOS LINK
function even when

is

device

connected to the

the device from starting

Enable: You can operate AQUOS LINK-compatible

equipment.

Disable: AQUOS LINK function does not work.

an

AQUOS LINK-compatible HOMI

TV.

This function prevents

to

operate unexpectedly.

When multiple AQUOS LINK-compatible devices are

connected, this function allows you to set the recorder

for recording when you press

REC on the TV's remote

control unit.
Press

It../~

to

select the recorder for recording.

Example

miD

Example: when connecting AQUOS LINK-compatible

recorder via AQUOS LINK-compatible Audio
system

WhenanAQUOS LINK-compatible audio system or

is

other equipment
recorder, "Sub"

connected between theTVand

is

displayed.

If

thisisactivated, the One Touch Play function

enabled.

Yes: While the

turns on and plays back the image from the HDMI
source.

No: This function does not work.

TVisin

standby mode,itautomatically

One Touch Recording

This function allows easy one-touch recording of the

program being viewed on the TV to AQUOS

L1NK-

compatible equipment with a recording function by

is

simply pressing

·

SOURCE

(3

8 G 8

REC

..

II

\

I r.:;;"I

I

"-=J

Prepare the connected AQUOS LINK-compatible

recorder for recording. Check the following items.

• Make sure that the antenna cableisconnected.

• Check that there
recording media

• On the

• By default, the recorder connected to INPUT 5 is selected

TV,

Recorder" to select the equipment for recording.
for recording.

REC on the remote control.

LIGHT

8

@)

0 0

r;;j'

r;;;;;'\

\.=J

\!22!J

is

sufficient available space on the

(HOD,

DVD,

use "AQUOS LINK Setup" and "Selecting

etc.).

SLEEP AUDIO

aD

SURAOUNO

a

A.V

lrolQOE

DO

FAVORITE

o

CC

1 Press REC to start recording.

• When you are viewing a broadcast received with
the AQUOS LINK-compatible recorder selected
"Selecting Recorder", recording to the AQUOS recorder
of the broadcast being viewed starts.

• When you are viewing a broadcast received with
equipment other than the
recorder selected
external input equipment, pressing
control does not start recording.

in

AQUaS

"Selecting Recorder" or other

LINK-compatible

REC on the remote

in

2 Press REC STOP to stop recording.

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36

Using AQUOS LINK

One

Touch

AQUaS
connected equipment with one remote control.

Playback

LINK allows you to operate the HDMI-

~8@)

so.

\1

URCE.

~

REC

\

o

€lID

~

LIGHT..

@i:)

EJ:!i)

I

\elcaGIDI

Press~to start playing back a title.

• The last played programisplayed back. You can use the
following buttons during broadcast viewing.

'Buttons

SOURCE

POWER devices

~

.....

~

~~

•

II

....

~

•

_.1,>

Turns the power of the HOMI connected

Hold downtogoinreverse.
Starts playback.
Hold down to fast forward.
Playback stops.
Sets pauses and still pictures.

Pressing quickly once takes you
of the chapter currently playing. Each time
you press
the previous chapter.

Pressing quickly once takes you to the start
of the next chapter. Each time you press

it,

you move ahead to the start of the next

chapter.

on

Description

and off.

it,

you move back to the start of

lim

• The buttons
Blu-ray disc players currently available.

- BO-HP20U, BD-HP50U

...

/~

do

not function with the following

."

to

the start

,

~,

AQUaS

LINK

AQUOS LINK

Recorder EPG
Top
Media change

.By AQUOS AUDIO SP

ByAQUOS

Sound mode change

. Setup menu

Model select

Menu

menu/title list

SP

POWER

,:~

.'~'~

...

OC:

v 0

SAVING

©

FREEZE

O~o

MUTE

MENU

8~8

EXIT

~RETURN

00

- FAVORITE

@ @ @ @ I

REC

STOP

OU'!)

Timer

You can call up the
recorder's
TV's remote control.

Recording

EPG

and preset timer recordings using the

AQUaS

1 Press OPTION to display the

screen.

2 Press

JilT

to select "Recorder EPG", and then

press ENTER.

• The recorder's

EPGisdisplayed.

3 Select the program to record.

• You can use lit,.!'''/

the coloured buttons.

CH

- I

OPTION

FAVORITE

0

LINK-compatible

.....

/~,

ENTER, RETURN, EXIT and

!

I

1

AQUaS

LINK MENU

lim

• This function works only whenanAQUaS LINK-compatible
recorder

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

is

connected.

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37

Using AQUOS LINK

Playback of Titles Using AQUOS LINK

This section explains
AQUOS LINK-compatible equipment.

howtoplay

back

a titleinthe

1 Power on the AQUOS LINK-compatible equipment,

and select appropriate external input.

2 Press OPTION

screen.

3 Press

..

/."toselect "Top menu/title list", and then

press

ENTER.

•

The

title

compatible equipment

4 Select the title with

to

start playback.

to

display the AQUOS LINK MENU

list

data from the connected AQUOS

displays.

..

/."/....

/~,

and then press

L1NK-

~

mm

•

This

function works

equipment

is

Selecting Media Type for AQUOS L1NK-

Compatible Recorder

You can switch the media (HDD or DVD) for playback

or recording on the AQUOS LINK-compatible recorder.

1 Press OPTION

screen.

2 Press

press

..

I."

ENTER.

3 Select the desired media such as DVD or HDD.

The

Mediel

•
"Media

change".

Select

•

You can select
AQUOS LINK-compatible audio system and manually
change its sound mode.

the

1 Press OPTION

screen.

2 Press

..

I."

then press

•

The

sound

sound

from

is

audible.

You

can

•

Select "By AQUOS SP", and then press ENTER

listentothe TV sound.

only

when

AQUaS LINK-compatible

connected.

to

display the AQUOS LINK MENU

to

select "Media change", and then

type toggles

mediatobe

to

listentothe TV sound only from the

to

to select "By AQUOS AUDIO SP", and

each

time

you

press

ENTER

operatedbythe

display the AQUOS LINK MENU

.

'.

player.

.

ENTER.

from

the

the

use

1V speakerismuted

AQUaS LINK-compatible audio

VOL+/-

and

MUTE.

and

only

the

system

to

Manually Changing AQUOS AUDIO Speaker
System's Sound Mode

1 Press OPTION

screen.

2 Press

..

/."toselect "Sound

then press

•

The

sound

•

Refertothe
compatible audio system

to

ENTER.

mode

operation

display the AQUOS LINK MENU

changes

Displaying the Setup Menu of AQUOS
LINK-Compatible Equipment

You can callupa setup menu from the
AQUOS LINK-compatible equipment.

1 Press OPTION

screen.

2 Press

..

I."

to

display the AQUOS LINK MENU

to

select "Setup menu", and then press

ENTER.

• The setup menu of the AQUOS LINK-compatible
equipment is displayed.

mm

•

Dependingonthe
standby
The

•
BD-HP20U currently

HDMI

in

If multiple HDMI devices are
chain, you can specify which device

mode,

setup

menu

Device Selection

1 Press OPTION

screen .

2 Press

..

ENTER. The HDMI device toggles each time

press

you press

status of

etc).

the

setup

will

notbedisplayed with

available.

to

display the AQUOS LINK MENU

I."

to

select "Model select", and then

ENTER.

mode

change", and

each

time

you

manualofthe

for

the

equipment

menu

connectedina daisy

details.

will

AQUaS

connected

(recordingorin

notbedisplayed.

the

to

control here.

press

player

ENTER.

L1NK-

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38

Using a PC

Displaying a PC Image on the Screen

VIEW

You can select the screen size.

I

1 Press VIEW MODE.

2 Press VIEW

ImiD

• Connect the PC before making adjustments. (See page 14.)

• Selectable screen size may vary with input signal type.

Example: Screen size images

MODE

SOURCE

(3

El

REC

0

El El

• The View

• The menu lists the View

• You can sequentially select a View

Input signal

LIGHT

8 rn

G 8

0

0

•

Mode

MODE

II

menu displays.

Mode

or

Ji'/~

II

FREEZE

0

888

EXIT

0 0

options selectable for the typeofvideo signal currently being received.

while the View Mode menuisdisplayed to select a desired item on the menu.

$

1'p

Mode

Normal

MENU

0

PRETURN

that has its

own

[JJ

IIII

4:3

•

Keeps the original

in

aspect ratio
screen display. programs. The

a full

For viewing An image fully fills the Detects the resolution
widescreen screen. of the

and
image

aspect ratio.

Zoom

Stretch Dot

[0]

top

bottomofthe the

is

cropped.

displaysanimage with
pixelsonthe screen.

by Dot

IQI

signal

and

same

number of

Input signal

16:9

•

Stretch Dot by Dot

[0]

An image fully fills the Detects the resolution
screen. of the signal and

[Q]

an

displays

the same number of

pixels on the screen.

image with

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39

Using a PC

1 Press

2 Press

3 Press

MENU

press

~/~

• For adjusting "Auto Sync," or "Fine Sync,", select the
Setup menu.

• For setting "PC Audio Select", select the Option menu.

~/~

and then press

Ji../~

setting, and then press

to display the MENU screen, and then

to select the Setup or Option menu.

to select a specific adjustment item,

(or

ENTER

~/~)

to set each item,

to select or adjust the desired

ENTER.

Adjusting the PC Image

Auto Sync.
(for Analog PC Input

Mode

For automatically adjusting thePCimage.

Yes: Auto Sync, starts and "Now adjusting the image,"

displays,

No: This function does not work,

Only)

ram

• When "Auto Sync."issuccessful, "Completed" displays,
not, "Auto Sync." failed,

• "Auto Sync," may fail even

• "Auto Sync." may
resolution, has unclear (black) edges, or
executing "Auto Sync,".

• Be sure to connect the PC to the1Vand switchiton before
starting "Auto Sync,".

fail

if

"Completed" displays,

if the computer image has low

is

moved while

Fine Sync.

Ordinarily you can easily adjust the picture as necessary
to change image position using "Auto Sync.",

is

cases, however, manual adjustment
optimize the image.

H-Pos.: Centers the image by moving

right.

V-Pos.: Centers the image by moving
Clock: Adjust when the image flickers with vertical

stripes,

Phase: Adjust when characters have low contrast or

when the image flickers.

needed to

it

to the left or

it

up or down.

In

If

some

Setting Audio Input

PC Audio Select

Determines whether the AUDIO terminalisused for
INPUT 4 (PC-IN) or INPUT 6 (HDMI).

Input 4 (PC): Select this item when the audio signal

input via the INPUT 4 (PC-IN) terminal usingananalog
RGB cable,

Input 6 (HOMI): Select this item when the audio signal

input via the INPUT 6 (HDMI) terminal usinganHDMI­DVI

conversion cable,

is

ram

• When "PC Audio Select"isset to "Input 6 (HDMI)", sound
if

will not be produced
cable to connect HDMI-compatible equipment. To produce
sound, you should make

•

If

you want to connect HDMI-compatible equipment using

an

only

"Input 4 (PC)",

HDMI-certified cable, set "PC Audio Select" to

PC Compatibility Chart

Itisnecessary to set the
and WXGA signal.

Resolution

720 x 400

VGA

SVGA

XGA

WXGA

SXGA 1280 x 1024

SXGA+

UXGA

VGA and XGA are registered trademarksofInternational

Business Machines Corp.

640 x

800 x 600

1024x768

1360 x 768 47.7 kHz 60 Hz

1400 x 1050
1600

you use onlyanHDMI-certified

an

analog audio connection,

PC

correctlytodisplay XGA

Horizontal Vertical VESA

Frequency Frequency Standard

31,5 kHz 70 Hz

480

x 1200

31,5 kHz

37.9 kHz

37.5 kHz
35,1 kHz
37,9 kHz

48.1 kHz 72 Hz

46.9 kHz 75 Hz

48.4 kHz 60 Hz 0
56,5 kHz 70 Hz
60,0 kHz

64,0 kHz 60 Hz
65,3 kHz

75,0 kHz

60

72 Hz
75 Hz

56

60 Hz

75 Hz

60 Hz
60

--

Hz

Hz 0

Hz

0
0
0

0
0
0

0
0
0
0
0
0

is

ram

• For resetting
preset values, press

ENTER.

•Itis not necessary to adjust the "Clock" or "Phase" when a
digital signal

• The default cursor position may not be

because the screen position variable ranges may be
asymmetrical.

• The screen position variable ranges depend on the View

Mode or the signal type, The ranges can be seen on the
position-setting screen,

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40

all

"Fine Sync," adjustment items to the factory

Jit./T

to select "Reset", and then press

is

being input, soitcannot be selected,

in

the center,

Using a PC

RS-232C Port Specifications

• PC control of the TV

• AttachanRS-232C cable cross-type (commercially

• Command format

Eight

available)tothe supplied Din/D-Sub RS-232C for the
connections.

mm

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

• Communication conditions

Set the RS-232C communication settings on the PC to
match the

The

;ao,l

1V's

communication conditions.

1V's

communication settings are as follows:

9,600 bps

8 bits
None
1 bit
None

• Communication procedure

Send the control commands from the
232C connector.
The1Voperates according to the received command
and sends a response message to the
Do

not send multiple commands at the same time.
Wait until thePCreceives the OK response before
sending the next command.

PC

PC.

via

the

• Command table

• Commands not indicated here are not guaranteed to operate.

CONTROL ITEM

POWER ON COMMAND SETTING

POWER SETTING P

INPUT SELECTION A TOGGLE I~T~G : D x

INPUT SELECTION B

AV

MODE SELECTION A~V

VOLUME
POSITION

VIEW MODE

MUTE
SURROUND
AUDIO SELECTION
SLEEP TIMER

CHANNEL

CC

lV
INPUTl-8

f"IN-::P""U=T_=l--+I'--'--'N'-'~_=P--'~_=l+---'-=---'-=~+:-'O:.:.,A=ut:.::O.:,.,

INPUT Z I

H-POSITION

I-V'-:_P"cO::.,:S"'IT"cIO::..cN-+'-V"",f-'-P...;,-=O'-+,-=S+--+--+--+-=+---------------lsignal

CLOCK
PHASE P , H ' S : E Only PC mode, (0-40)

DIRECT
CHANNEL
(ANALOG)

DIRECT
CHANNEL
(DIGITAL)

CHUP

CHDOWN

COMMAND
R:

. ,~1:
'0

I : T : V :
I:

,N,

V'O'L'M
H:

C,L,C,K

WID

M'U,T'E

A:C:S:U

D:C~C~H

C:H:O:W

PARAMETER

S , P:w1-'0,-,-"

A : V : D _ Input terminal number (1-8)

P :0 : S

_=-,,-,:

_~''-=-1f''0",ff

'w' R

P , 2

,M~D , _ : _,_0:

: : On The Power On command accepted.

0·_', Power Off

1-,'-'""':

=-+'=-+'O-f=p-"-ow-e'--r-=O-n------------+P=-'o'--w--'er'-:O"'n..:..cc--'-'-"----------------------1

~

DO:

_ ' _

:.

:

.,

. _ Onlv PC mode.

E

.:

: :

x:

:

-

-:-

x:

(Tooole)

1:,:.:

.:.,VI""D:=;EO",.-=Z,:,,:

0:

Auto, 2: COMPONENT,3:S-TERMINAL

(Toggle),1:STANDARD,2:MOVIE,3:GAME.4:USER,

5:

DYNAMIC

Volume (0-60)

(Fixed),6:DYNAMIC,7:PC.

0:

(Toggle)

(AV],1:Side Bar

3: Zoom

IAV].4:Stretch

6: Zoom

[PC).7:Stretch [PC].

8: Dot by Dot (PC]

0: (Toggle). 1: On.2:Off
0: (Toggle).1:On.2:Off
(Toqgle)

0:

Off.

1:

OFF

OFF

TIMER

channel

TIMER

number

3:
The channel number of TV

(1-135)

(0-999)

(0-9999)
(0-6383)
The channel number of 1V +1
The

(Tooole) Toaale operation of a closed caotion.

is

RS-

C=O",M",P--,O",N:.:::E:::N=-T

(0-

180)

[AV].5:Normal [PC]

(AV].

9: Full Screen

-30MIN.•2:

- 90

MIN..4:

OFF

of

lV

-1

• Parameter

Input the parameter values, aligning left, and
blank(s) for the remainder. (Be sure that 4 values are
input for the parameter.)
When the input parameterisnot withinanadjustable

range,

Any numerical value can replace the "x" on the table.

~

~

L:TIIITJ

• Response code format

,.,.,..,.,..,-----1 An input change

100:

(AV],2:S,Stretch

[AV]

OFF

TIMER

TIMER-'20

ASCII

codes +

CR

7

/~

Command 4-digits Parameter 4-digits Return code
Command 4-digits: Command. The text of four characters.

0-9,

x,

Parameter 4-digits: Parameter

"ERR"

returns. (Refer to "Response code format".)

blank, ?

fill

with

When "?"isinput for some

commands, the
present setting

value responds.

Normal response Problem response (communication

~

~

AUTO

MIN.

~

Return code

-+T",h:::.e.:,.Po",w-,-,e,,-r

It

It
It
It

Although it can choose now, itistoggle operationininside.

The screen position variable ranges depend on the View Mode or the

IAV]

0: Although it can choose now, itistoggle operation in inside.
1:

5.6:Only available when 4:3 signalisbeing input.

8: [PC] Available except when UXGA is being input.

9: Only available when 720p is being input.

-60MIN

..

An

In
In

DIGITAL Air wo-Part numbers. 2-di it olus 2-di
DIGITAL Cable (Two-Part numbers. 3-digit plus 3-digit)
Front half of DIGITAL CABLE CHANNEL NO, (Desianate rna'or
DIGITAL Cable (Two-Part numbers. 3-digit plus 3-digit)
Rear half of DIGITAL CABLE CHANNEL NO, (Designate minor channel)
DIGITAL Cable (One-Part numbers 5-diQrt. less than 10,0001
DIGITAL Cable One-Part numbers, 5-diait. more than 10.0001

If
If

(ODH)

CONTROL CONTENTS

O",-n"-c",o",m",rna"""nd",r""e'",ec,,,ted=-.

shiffstostandby.

inout-switches by the toggle.Itis the same as an input change
input-switches to
input-switches to INPUT1-INPUT8.

type. The ranges can be seen on the position-setting screen.

Only available when 4:3 signal is being input.

IAV]

Only available when I0B0Vp is being input.

input changeisincluded if

Air,

2-69chiseffective.

Cable, 1-13Schiseffective.

it is notlVdisplay.itwill input-switch to
it is notlVdisplav, it will input-switchtolV,

error or incorrect command)

~

lV,(Achannel remains as it is, (Last memory))

is

also included.

itISnot TV display.

~

---------------1

lV,

Return code

it

(same function as
(same function as

(ODH)

key)

channeQ

CH/\)
CHV)

ImD

• If

an

underbar U appears

• If

an

asterisk

(*)

appears, enter a valueinthe range indicatedinbrackets under CONTROL CONTENTS.

• Any numerical value can replace the "x" on the table.

in

the parameter column, enter a space.

@-

41

Appendix

Removing the Stand

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

E't!mm

• Do not remove the stand from the TV unless using an optional wall mount bracket to mount

Before attaching/detaching the stand

• Before performing work, make sure to turn off the

TV.

it.

1

l

:':~~

2

~:~~

Unfasten the four screws used to secure the stand
place.

ImiB

• To attach the stand, perform the above stepsinreverse order.

Setting the TV

on

the Wall

E't!mm

• This TV should be mounted on the wall only with the wall mount bracket AN-52AG4 (SHARP) (for LC-60E77UN)
or AN-65AG1 (SHARP) (for LC-65E77UM). The use of other wall mount brackets may result
installation and may cause serious injuries.

• Installing the TV requires special skill that should only be performed
should not attempt to do the work themselves. SHARP bears no responsibility for improper mounting or

mounting that results

Using an optional bracket to mount the TV

•

You

can ask a qualified service professional about usinganoptional AN-52AG4 or AN-65AG1 bracket to mount the

TVonthe wall.

• Carefully read the instructions that come with the bracket before beginning work.

in

accident or injury.

in

Detach the stand from the

by

TV.

in

an unstable

qualified service personnel. Customers

Hanging on the wall

AN-52AG4 or AN-65AG1 wall mount bracket.
(See

the bracket instructions for details.)

ImiB

• Detach the cable clamp on the rear of theTVwhen using the optional mount bracket.

• To use this TV mounted on a wall, remove the covers at the 4 locations on the rear of the
supplied with the wall mount bracket to secure the bracket to the rear of the

• Some thicker AV cables may not fit within the 2

@-42

About setting the TV angle

AN-52AG4

0

0/5/10

Angular mountingVertical mounting

3/

-inch (60 mm) space limitation of AN-65AG1.

a

TV.

LC-60E77UN

• The center of the display:
1

63/

inches (50.0

64

the"

f " position.

AN-65AG1

LC-65E77UM

• The "A" positionisat
of the display.

• Refer to the operation manual
of AN-52AG4 or AN-65AG1 for
details.

TV,

and then use the screws

mm)

above

the center

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Problem

• No power

• Unit cannot be operated.

• Remote control unit does not
operate.

• Picture
screen.

• Strange color, light color, or color
misalignment

• Power

• No sound

is

cut off/with sidebar

is

suddenly turned off.

Possible Solution

• Checkifyou pressed TV POWER on the remote control unit.
If

the indicator on thelVdoes not light up, press POWERonthe

•IstheACcord disconnected?

• Has the power been turned on?

• External influences suchaslightning, static electricity, may cause improper
operation.
unplugging the AC cord and repluggingit

•

Is

the FUNCTION set correctly? Setitto thelVsetting position.

• Are batteries inserted with polarity (

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

• Are you using
Is

a fluorescent light illuminated near the remote control sensor?

•
Is

"RC Control Lock" selectedin"Operation Lock Out"?

•

•Isthe image position correct?

•

Are

• Adjust the picture tone.

•Isthe room too bright? The picture may look darkina room thatistoo bright.
Is

the sleep timer set?

•

• Check the power control settings.

• The unit's internal temperature has increased. Remove any objects blocking vent or
clean.

•

Is

connection to other components correct?

•Isthe volume too

•Is"Variable" selectedin"Output Select"?

• Have you pressed

• Check the audio output of the connected external equipment.Isthe volume too

low or muted?

• When external equipment

configure the audio to be output through the

• When audio

INPUT 6 terminal, check the "PC Audio Select"

•

Even
audio cable connection may be required depending on the type of equipment and
the media being played back.

certified cable
AUDIO terminal and set "PC Audio Select" to "Input 6

• When connecting a PC viaanHOMI-certified cable, check the following:

-

Is
settings and output audio format
Only PCM format audio can be output. Compressed audio (with a sampling rate
of 32kHz,

- Depending on the board, only video signals may be output.
addition to connectinganHOM
connect
6

•Ifyou are usinganHOMI-OVI conversion cabletoconnect external equipment to
the

-

Isanaudio cable connected? The HOMI-OVI conversion cableisfor video only.
Connect a 0 3.5
Is

-

audio and video are not output together even if a 0 3.5 mm stereo mini jack cable
is

-Is"Input 4

In

this case, operate the unit after first turning off the power of thelVor

it

under strong or fluorescent lighting?

screen mode adjustments

low?"

MUTE

is

not output from external equipment connected to the INPUT 4 or

when external equipmentisconnected usinganHOMI-certified cable,

to

the INPUT 6

the audio output of the PC configured correctly? Check the audio output

44.1

kHz, or 48kHz) and

an

(HOM

lV,

INPUT 6 being used? When thelVis
connectedtothe shared AUDIO terminal for INPUT 4 and INPUT

audio cabletothe AUDIO terminal and set "PC Audio Select" to "Input

I)"...

Page

40

check the following:

mm

(PC)"

selectedin"PC Audio

..

Page

7

..

Page 15

in

after 1 or 2 minutes.

+,

-)

aligned?

..

Page 26

suchaspicture

..

Pages22and 23

..

Page 16

..

Page

24

Page 16

on the remote control

is

connected viaanHOMI

In

this case,inaddition to connectinganHOMI-

(HOMI)

I-certified cabletothe INPUT 6

stereo mini jack cable to listentothe audio.

..

terminal, connectunaudio cable to the

in

Sound Propertiesonthe PC.

OTS

format audio cannot be output.

connected to another

Select"?..Page

..

Page 8

size

made correctly?" Pages 19 and 39

..

Pages 11, 12, 13, 14 and

Page

29

unit?"

cable, you may need to

HOMI

cable.

setting." Page 40

..

..

Page 30

Page 16

(HOM!)"...

In

40

Page 15

lV.

Page

this case,

(HOM!)

HOMI

6.

35

an

40

in

terminal,

terminal, the

@-43

Appendix

Problem

•

Is

• No picture

• The1Vsometimes makes a
cracking sound. contracts according to change

connection to other components correct?

•Iscorrect input signal source selected after connection?

•Isthe correct input selected?

•Is"On" selectedin"Audio Only"?

•Ifthe PC imageisnot displayed, check the following:

- When connecting a laptop PC to the 1V, check that display output mode of the
PC is set to external rnonitor.

- Check the resolution setting on the PC.

..

Page 40

is

• This

not a malfunction. This happens when the cabinet slightly expands and

performance.

Troubleshooting - Digital Broadcasting

The error message about reception of broadcast

The example of an error message

displayed

• Failed to receive broadcast.

• No broadcast now.

on

a screen

Error code

E202 • Check the antenna cable. Check that the antenna

setup.

E203

• Check the broadcast timeinthe program guide.

Possible Solution

..

Pages 11, 12, 13, 14 and 35

..

Page 29

..

Page 16

..

Page 29

Is

a non-compatible signal being input?

in

temperature. This does not affect the

Possible Solution

1V's

is

correctly

Cautions regarding useinhigh and low temperature environments

• When the unitisusedina low ternperature space (e.g. room, office). the picture may leave trails or appear slightly delayed.
is

not a malfunction, and the unit

This

• Do not leave the unit

heater,

as

this may cause the cabinet to deform and the Liquid Crystal panel to malfunction.

Storage temperature: - 4

in

a hot or cold location. Also, do not leave the unitina location exposed to direct sunlight or near a

OF

to +140°F (- 20°C to +60°C)

will

recover when the temperature returns to normal.

®D.

44

Appendix

Specifications'

Item Model: LC-60E77UN Model: LC-65E77UM

LCD
panel

1V

Function Channel

Backlight

Audio out

Terminals

OSD language

Power Requirement
Power Consumption

Weight

Dimension'2

\:IV

x H x

Operating temperature

Size
Resolution

1V-standard (CCIR)

Receiving

Audio multiplex BTSC System

INPUT 1 AV
INPUT 2 COMPONENT
INPUT 4
INPUT 6 HDMI
INPUT 7
INPUT 8 HDMI

Rear

ANT/CABLE 75
AUDIO
DIGITAL

OUTPUT Audio out
RS-232C
INPUT3

Side INPUT 5

SERVICE

1V
1V
1V

D)

1V

'/32"

60" Class (60
2,073,600 pixels (1,920

American

1V

Diagonal)

x 1,080)

Standard ATSC/NTSC System
VHF/UHF VHF 2-13ch, UHF 14-69ch
CA1V 1-135ch (non-scrambled channel only)
Digital

Terrestrial

Broadcast
Digital

cable"

(64/256

OAM)

2-69ch

(8VSB)

1-135ch (non-scrambled channel only)

60,000 hours (at Backlight Standard position)
10W

x 2

in,

COMPONENT

ANALOG RGB

in

with HDCP, Audioin(03.5

HOMI

in

with HDCP

in

with HDCP

in

in,

S-VIDEO

in

(PC)in(15-pin mini D-sub female connector), Audioin(0

n Unbalance, F Type x 1 for Analog (VHF/UHF/CATV) and Digital (AIR/CABLE)

Audio

in(03.5

AUDIO

OUTPUT

Optical Digital audio output x 1 (PCM/Dolby Digital)

9-pin D-sub male connector
AVin

HDMI

in
Software update
English/French/Spanish

AC 120

390

W (0.4 W Standby with AC 120

+ stand 92.6 Ibs./42.0 kg

only 81.6 Ibs./37.0 kg

+ stand

only

56%x3729/

5

56

x

/

8

+32°F to +104°F

mm

with HDCP

V,

60 Hz

x

64

35

"/64

x 4

jack)

179/,6inch

45

/

inch

64

(O°C

to +40°C)

"

33/

65" Class (64

mm

jack)

V)

525 W (0.4 W Standby with AC 120

Diagonal)

64

110.2 Ibs./50.0 kg

99.2 Ibs./45.0 kg

4

4

X 39

x 37

27

39

/

x

17

32

/

x 4

64

603/
60

3

/

9

/

,6

45

/

64

.

3.5mmjack)

V)

inch

inch

.,

Emergency alert messages via Cable are unreceivable.

'2

The dimensional drawings are shown on the inside

• As part
product

of

policyofcontinuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for

improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal valuesofproduction

units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.

Optional Accessory ,

The listed optional accessory is available for the Liquid

Crystal Television. Please purchase it 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.

back

cover.

Wall mount bracket

AN-52AG4
(for LC-60E77UN)

AN-65AG1
(for LC-65E77UM)

@-45

Appendix

Information on the Software License for This Product

• Software composition

The software includedinthis productiscomprised 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

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.sharpusa.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 SHARPisnot distributed.

• Acknowledgements

The following open source software components are includedinthis product:

• linux kernel/busybox/uClibc/zlib/libpng/libjpeg

GPL),

a GNU Lesser General Public License (hereafter LGPL) or other license

CLEARING THE SECRET NUMBER

If

you forget the secret number, clear the secret number using the following procedure.

1 Select

2 Press and hold both

The secret number

em

• As a precautionary measure, make a note of your secret number above, cutitfrom this manual, and keepitin

an

item from the list below to display the secret number input screen. (For operating the on-screen

display menu, see page 20.)

• "EZ Setup", "CH Setup", "Parental CTRL" or "Reset" on the Setup menu.

• "Color System" on the Option menu.

• "Software Update"onthe Digital Setup menu.

CH/\

and

is

11m

VOL+

on theTVsimultaneously until the message appearsonthe screen.

.

LLLU

a safe place.

@-46

Calling for Service

For location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service, or to obtain product literature, accessories, supplies, or
customer assistance, please call1-800-BE-SHARP.

LIMITED WARRANTY

CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants
"Product"), when shipped
either repair the defect or replace the defective Product
purchaser for parts

This warranty does not apply to any appearance items
been removed, defaced, changed, altered
limited warranty will not apply if the Product has been
for

the non-commercial, household use of the Product by consumers in their home or residence. If you intend to or already use this Product

for

commercial purposesorin

vary. Please contact 1-888-GO-SHARP for further information.
In

ordertoenforce your rights under this limited warranty, you should follow the steps set forth below.

purchase to the servicer, which proof must include the dateofpurchase.
To

the extent permitted by applicable state law, the warranties set forth areinlieu of, and exclusive of, all other warranties, express
implied. Specifically ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUDED, ALL EXPRESS AND
IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES
PURPOSE ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED.
DISCLAIMEDOREXCLUDED, THE DURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIESISLIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE

PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO

WHICH
The warranties given herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy

available to the purchaser and only for the time periods set forth herein. No other representations

whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise. Sharp does not warrant nor shall Sharp be liable, or

VARY

FROM

permitted. Correction
liabilities and responsibilities of Sharp

responsible,
lack
Product which were caused by repairs
be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental
warranties

for

of

reasonable care, alteration, modification, tampering, misuse, improper operationormaintenanceorany damages or defectsinthe

Products which have been subjecttoabuse (including, but not limited to, improper voltage), accident, misuse, negligence,

or

on remedies

in

its original container, will befreefrom defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it will, at its option,

or

labor for the period(s) set forth below.

a commercial setting, there are warranties availabletocover your useofthis Product, the termsofwhich may

STATETOSTATE.

of

defects,inthe manner and

for

breachincertain transactions:insuch states, the limits herein may not apply.

to

or

to

the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand Liquid Crystal Display product (the

or

part thereof with a neworremanufactured equivalent at no chargetothe

of

or

tampered with. This warranty does not cover installationorsignal reception problems. This

IF,

the purchaser with respect to the Product, and shall constitute full satisfactionofall claims,

attempted repairs performed by anyone other than a Sharp authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp

the Productorif the serial number or model number affixed to the Product has

or

is being usedina commercial setting or application; this warranty is meant solely

You

must be able to provide proof

OF

UNDER APPLICABLE

MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS

for

the periodoftime described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillmentofall

or

consequential economic or property damage. Some statesdonot allow limits on

STATE

LAW,

FOR

IMPLIED WARRANTIES MAY NOT VALIDLY

USE, AND FITNESS

or

promises made by anyone are

FOR

A PARTICULAR

HAVE

OTHER RIGHTS

in

any way

DATE

BE
OF

of

or

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF

Model

Specific

Your

Product

Warranty
Additional

Warranty

WheretoObtain

WhattodotoObtain

TO

OBTAIN

Section

Model

Period

for

Exclusions

Coverage

Service:

PRODUCT

Number&Description:

this

Product:

from

(if any):

Service:

INFORMATIONORPURCHASE

ACCESSORIES

OR

VISIT

LC-60E77UN/LC-65E77UM LCD Color Television
(Be sure
Product.)

One
In

to the servicer, free and clear
mounting
servicing the Product. The Servicer will remount the Product after service,
provided that such remounting is not into a complex
tion. Any additional labor and materials required
Product above and beyond the foregoing are not covered by this warranty,
may result
Image Retention resulting from a fixed image being displayed for long
periods

Manual on

From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located

location
at 1-800-BE-SHARP.

Contact your Sharp Authorized Servicer to obtain in home service for this

product. The Servicer will

unit for repair at the Servicer's facility and return the set to you once

completed. Be sure

to

have this information available when you need service for your

(1)

year parts and labor from the dateofpurchase.

order for the Product to be serviced, the Product must be readily available

or

other encumbrance which would unreasonably interfere with

in

additional charges and are the responsibilityofthe consumer.

of

time is not covered by this Limited Warranty (see Operation

howtoprevent this).

of

the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer, please call Sharp toll free

to

AND

www.sharpusa.com

EXTENDED WARRANTIES,

of

any complexornon-standard installation,

cometoyour location and if necessary remove the

have

ProofofPurchase

COLUMBIA

in

AND

PUERTO RICO.

or

non-standard installa-

to

remove and/or reinstall a

the United States.Tofind the

available.

CALL

1-800-BE-SHARP

@-47

V

ALIDINCANADA

ONLY

SHAR~---

......

LIMITED WARRANTY

ConsumerElectronics Products

Congratulations on your purchase!

Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. (hereinafter called "Sharp") gives the following express warranty to the first consumer purchaser for this
Sharp brand product, when shipped

Sharp warrants that this product is free, under normal use and maintenance, from any defects
defects should be found
specified herein.

This warranty shall not apply to:
(a) Any defects caused

use as outlined

(b)

Any Sharp product tampered with, modified, adjusted or repaired by any party other than Sharp, Sharp's Authorized Service Centres
or Sharp's Authorized Servicing Dealers.

(c) Damage caused or repairs required as a result of the use with items not specified or approved by Sharp, including but not limited to

head cleaning tapes and chemical cleaning agents.

(d) Any replacement of accessories, glassware, consumable or peripheral items required through normal use of the product including but

not limited
paper.

(e)

Any cosmetic damagetothe surface or exterior that has been defaced or caused by normal wear and tear.

(f) Any damage caused

spillage.
(g) Any product received without appropriate model, serial number and CSAlcUL markings.
(h) Any products used for rental or commercial purposes.
(i) Any installation, setup and/or programming charges.

to

in

or

in

the owner's manual.

earphones, remote controls,ACadapters, batteries, temperature probe, stylus, trays, filters, belts, ribbons, cables and

by

in

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