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LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
ENGLISH
OPERATION MANUAL
ENGLISH
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 arrowhead symbol, within an equilat-
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
eral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
product.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
U.S.A. ONLY
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
“Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40
of the National Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.”
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance:
www.eia.org
IMPORTANT:
To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please
record the TV’s model and serial numbers in the
space provided. The numbers are located at the
rear of the TV.
Model No.:
Serial No.:
U.S.A. ONLY
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DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER
Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp LCD Color TV product. To ensure safety and
many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Safety Precautions carefully before using this product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property
damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest
priority on safety. However, improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent
potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the
product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your LCD color TV product, please read
the following precautions carefully before using the product.
■ Read instructions—All operating instructions must be read and understood before the product is
operated.
■ Keep this manual in a safe place—These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a
safe place for future reference.
■ Observe warnings—All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed
closely.
■ Follow instructions—All operating instructions must be followed.
■ Attachments—Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of inad-
equate attachments can result in accidents.
■ Power source—This product must operate on a power source specified on the specification
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply used in your home, consult your dealer or
local power company. For units designed to operate on batteries or another power source, refer
to the operating instructions.
■ Power cord protection—The power cords must be routed properly to prevent people from
stepping on them or objects from resting on them. Check the cords at the plugs and product.
■ If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to be replaced, obtain the same type of adapter from a
SHARP service center or your dealer.
■ Overloading—Do not overload AC outlets or extension cords.
Overloading can cause fire or electric shock.
■ Entering of objects and liquids—Never insert an object into the product through vents or openings. High voltage flows in the product, and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or
short internal parts. For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.
■ Servicing—Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to
high voltage and other dangerous conditions. Request a qualified service person to perform
servicing.
■ Repair—If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and
request a qualified service person to perform repairs.
a.When the power cord or plug is damaged.
b.When a liquid was spilled on the product or when objects have fallen into the product.
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d.When the product does not operate properly as described in the operating instructions.
Do not touch the controls other than those described in the operating instructions. Improper
adjustment of controls not described in the instructions can cause damage, which often
requires extensive adjustment work by a qualified technician.
e.When the product has been dropped or damaged.
f. When the product displays an abnormal condition. Any noticeable abnormality in the product
indicates that the product needs servicing.
■ Replacement parts—In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the service
person uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those with the same characteristics and performance as the original parts. Use of unauthorized parts can result in fire, electric
shock and/or other danger.
■ Safety checks—Upon completion of service or repair work, request the service technician to
perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.
■ Wall or ceiling mounting—When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the
product according to the method recommended by the manufacturer.
■ Polarization—This AC adapter may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a
plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued)
■ Cleaning—Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before
cleaning the product. Use a damp cloth to clean the product.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
■ Water and moisture—Do not use the product near water,
such as bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink and laundry tub,
swimming pool and in a wet basement.
■ Stand—Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base can
cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal
injuries as well as damage to the product. Use only a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When mounting the product
on a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Use only the mounting hardware recommended by the
manufacturer.
■ When relocating the product placed on a cart, it must be
moved with utmost care. Sudden stops, excessive force and
uneven floor surface can cause the product to fall from the
cart.
■ Ventilation—The vents and other openings in the cabinet are
designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these vents
and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not place
the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface,
since they can block ventilation openings. This product is not
designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in
an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions are followed.
■ The LCD panel used in this product is made of glass.
Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or
applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken
glass pieces in case the LCD panel breaks.
■ Heat sources—Keep the product away from heat sources
such as radiators, heaters, stoves and other heat-generating
products (including amplifiers).
■ The LCD panel is a very high technology product with 921,600 thin film transistors, giving you fine
picture details.
Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green or red.
Please note that this does not affect the performance of your product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued)
■ If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit,
size of grounding conductors, Iocation of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC—NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
■ For added protection for this television equipment during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the
equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.
■ An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or
circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
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Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.
Remote Control
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Antenna Cable
“AAA” size (UM/SUM-4) Dry Battery (×2)
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AC Cord
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AC Adapter
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Operation Manual
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PREPARATION
Using the Remote Control
■ Use the remote control by pointing it towards the remote sensor window.
Objects between the remote control and sensor window may prevent
proper operation.
Cautions regarding use of remote control
■ Do not expose the remote control to shock.
In addition, do not expose the remote control to liquids, and do not place
in an area with high humidity.
■ Do not install or place the remote control under direct sunlight. The heat
may cause deformation of the unit.
■ The remote control may not work properly if the remote sensor window
of the main unit is under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such a
case, change the angle of the lighting or LCD TV set, or operate the
remote control closer to the remote sensor window.
Batteries for the Remote Control
If the remote control fails to operate the LCD color TV functions, replace the batteries in the remote
control.
1 Open the battery
cover.
2 Insert batteries (two “AAA”
(UM/SUM-4) size batteries,
supplied with product).
3 Close the battery
cover.
ー
+
+
ー
■ Slide the cover while
pressing down.
Caution!
Cautions regarding batteries
Improper use of batteries can result in a leakage of chemicals and/or explosion. Be sure to follow the
instructions below.
• Place batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (–) indications.
• Different types of batteries have different characteristics. Do not mix batteries of different types.
• Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new
batteries and/or cause old batteries to leak chemicals.
• Remove batteries when they become weak.
Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If chemical leakage is found, wipe with a
cloth.
• The batteries supplied with the product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions.
• If the remote control is not used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the remote
control.
■ Place the batteries with their
terminals corresponding to
the (+) and (–) indications in
the battery compartment.
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PREPARATION (Continued)
Power Connection
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Household power outlet
Plug into AC outlet.
AC cordAC adapter
To DC input terminal
(DC 13V)
Note
● Use a commercially available AC plug adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet.
● Always turn the main POWER switch of the LCD TV set to off when connecting the AC adapter.
● Always unplug the AC adapter from the product and power outlet when not using for a long period of time.
Antenna Connection
CABLE TV (CATV) CONNECTION
• A 75-ohm coaxial cable connector is built into the set for easy hookup. When connecting the 75ohm coaxial cable to the set, screw the 75-ohm cable to the ANT. terminal.
• Some cable TV companies offer “premium pay channels”. Since the signals of these premium pay
channels are scrambled, a cable TV converter/descrambler is generally provided to the subscriber
by the cable TV company. This converter/descrambler is necessary for normal viewing of the
scrambled channels. (Set your TV to channel 3 or 4, typically one of these channels is used. If this
is unknown, consult your cable TV company.) For more specific instructions on installing cable TV,
consult your cable TV company. One possible method of utilizing the converter/descrambler
provided by your cable TV company is explained below.
Please note: An RF switch provided with two inputs (A and B) is required (not supplied).
“A” position on the RF switch (not supplied) : You can view all unscrambled channels by using the
“B” position on the RF switch (not supplied) : You can view the scrambled channels via the converter/
RF switch (not supplied)
OUT
Cable TV converter/
descrambler
(not supplied)
TV’s channel keys.
descrambler by using the converter’s channel keys.
Two-set
IN
signal
splitter
(not
supplied)
Cable TV Line
Note
● Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch or combiner that might be
required.
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PREPARATION (Continued)
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Antenna Connection (Continued)
ANTENNAS
• The antenna requirements for good color television reception are more important than those for black & white
television reception. For this reason, a good quality outdoor antenna is strongly recommended.
The following is a brief explanation of the type of connections that are provided with the various antenna
systems.
1. A 75-ohm system is generally a round cable with F-type
connector that can easily be attached to a terminal without
tools (not supplied).
75-ohm coaxial cable (round)
2. A 300-ohm system is a flat “twin-lead” cable that can be
attached to a 75-ohm terminal through a 300-75-ohm
adapter (not supplied).
300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat)
OUTDOOR ANTENNA CONNECTION
• Use one of the following two diagrams if you connect an outdoor antenna.
A: Using a VHF/UHF combination outdoor antenna.
B: Using separate VHF and/or UHF outdoor antennas.
• Connect the outdoor antenna cable lead-in to the ANT. terminal on the rear of the TV set.
A. Combination VHF/UHF Antenna
300/75-ohm
adapter
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VHF/UHF
antenna
300-ohm
twin-lead
To antenna input
terminal
(not supplied)
F-type connector
VHF/UHF
antenna
or
75-ohm
coaxial cable
Antenna cable (supplied)
B. Separate VHF and/or
UHF Antennas
UHF
Combiner
(not supplied)
IN OUT
antenna
300-ohm
twin-lead
300-ohm
twin-lead
75-ohm
coaxial cable
VHF
antenna
or
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FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS
Main unit (frontview)
Upper control panel
Speaker
VOL
CH
MENU TV/VIDEO MAIN POWER
MAIN POWER
TV/VIDEO
MENU
CH ()/()
VOL (–)/(+)
Speaker
PC Card slot
To change the vertical angle of the LCD
TV set, tilt the screen up to 10 degrees
forward or 20 degrees backward. The
PO
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SLEEP
TV set can also be rotated 90 degrees
horizontally. Please adjust the angle so
that the TV set can be watched most
comfortably.
Remote sensor window
(The actual location is not visible.)
Note
● TV/VIDEO, CH ( )/( ), VOL (–)/(+), and MENU on the main unit have the same functions as the same buttons
on the remote control. Fundamentally, this operation manual provides a description based on operation with the
remote control.
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SLEEP indicator
The SLEEP indicator lights up red when
the SLEEP TIMER is set to on.
POWER indicator
A green indicator lights when the power is
on and a red indicator lights when in the
standby mode (the indicator will not light
when the main power is off).
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FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS (Continued)
Main unit (rear view)
VIDEO
AV-IN2/OUT
L
AUDIO
R
COMPONENT
Y
B
P
R
P
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AUDIO
R
VIDEO
AUDIO (L)
AUDIO (R)
Y
PB
PR
AUDIO (L)
AUDIO (R)
AV-IN2/OUT
COMPONENT
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PC CardPC Card
PC Card slot
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AV-IN1
AUDIO (L)
AUDIO (R)
HEADPHONE
Antenna terminal
POWER INPUT
(DC 13V)
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
S-VIDEO
HEAD
PHONE
ANT.
POWER
INPUT
DC13V
AV-IN1
FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS (Continued)
CH
Removing the Back Cover
■ Before connecting a connection cord into the rear
terminal, remove the back cover. Push in the tab and
pull out the back cover carefully.
■ To mount the cover, insert the 2 hooks on the
bottom of the cover into the cabinet and press on
the upper part of the back cover until the tab locks
in place with a click.
Listening with Headphones
■ Plug the headphone mini-plug into the HEADPHONE jack located on the rear of the TV set.
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VOL
▼ On-screen display
< Rear terminal
VOLUME
60
Headphones
Note
● Headphones are not included in the supplied accessories.
● No sound will be heard from the main unit speakers when a headphone mini-plug is connected into the
HEADPHONE jack.
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REMOTE CONTROL
POWER
POWER
DISPLAY*
SLEEP
1
SLEEPCARD
DISPLAY
ENTER
ENTER/
]/[/</>(Cursor control)
CARD*
2
MUTE
BRIGHT
VOL(+)/(–)
4
MTS*
BASIC OPERATION
MUTE BRIGHT MENU TV/VIDEO
2
5
8
0
FLASHBACK
3
6
9
100
CHVOL
1
4
7
MTS
TV/VIDEO
MENU
FLASHBACK*
3
CH ()/()
Channel Select
*1Displays the receiving
channel for 10 seconds.
*2Turns on CARD mode to play
back a memory card.
*3Returns to the previous
channel.
*4Selects audio settings.
This product is factory set to comply with the TV broadcasting system in the United States. For Brazil,
Argentina and Uruguay, set the color system according to the country before using this product by
following the table below.
Country
U.S.A.
Canada, Mexico,Color: NTSCNTSC (N358)NTSC (N358)
Latin AmericaTV ch: US chUS chUS ch
Brazil
Argentina,Color: PAL-NNTSC (N358)NTSC (N358)Set color system to
UruguayTV ch: US chUS chUS chPAL-N (see page 23)
Note
● The 3 Dimensional Y/C separation circuit* only works when the color system is set to N358 in TV mode and Video
mode.
*The 3 Dimensional Y/C separation circuit is used to remove flickering and color bleeding.
TV broadcasting
system
Color: NTSCNTSC (N358) NTSC (N358)Not required
TV ch: US chUS chUS ch or N/A
Color: PAL-MNTSC (N358)NTSC (N358)Set color system to
TV ch: US chUS chUS chPAL-M (see page 23)
Factory setting of color systemUser setting
TVVideoTV/Video
Not required or N/A
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Turning on POWER
BASIC OPERATION (Continued)
MAIN POWER
1 Press MAIN POWER, located on
▼ On-screen display
the upper side of the main unit, to
on.
2 The POWER indicator instantane-
ously changes from red to green
and the main unit is turned on.
applicable input source. The screen
displays AV1, AV2, COMPONENT,
CARD or TV mode each time TV/
VIDEO is pressed.
Note
● The AV input mode indication remains
for 3 seconds.
• AV1: Video equipment connected to the
AV1 input terminals.
An S-Video input terminal is
additionally provided for the AV1
input. If both the S-Video terminal
and normal video terminals are
connected with cables, the SVideo input terminal takes priority.
• AV2: AV2 mode is used to adjust the
preset settings and IN or OUT can
be selected. AV2 indication is not
displayed when OUT is selected.
(For details on setting AV-OUT,
see page 24.)
• COMPONENT:
Video equipment connected to the
COMPONENT input terminals.
• CARD:
Switches to CARD mode.
(For details on CARD mode, see
pages 36-47.)
STEREO<ON A IR
SAP
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AV1 mode
AV2 mode
COMPONENT mode
CARD mode
TV mode
2
AV1
AV2
COMPON E NT
CARD
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BASIC OPERATION (Continued)
Sound Volume
POWER
SLEEPCARD
DISPLAY
ENTER
MUTE BRIGHT MENU TV/VIDEO
FLASHBACK
CHVOL
1
2
4
7
MTS
3
5
6
8
9
0
100
MUTE
VOL
(+)/(–)
MTS
1 Press VOL (+) to increase the sound
volume. The segment of the indicator
increases.
2 Press VOL (–) to decrease the sound
volume. The segment of the indicator
decreases.
To mute the sound
1 Press MUTE to temporarily turn off
the sound.
The MUTE mark
4 seconds.
is displayed for
2 Press MUTE or VOL (+)/(–) to turn
the sound back to the previous level.
The mute function is automatically
turned off when any of the following
buttons are pressed: POWER,
VOL (+)/(–), or MTS.
To select MTS (Multi ch TV Sound)
1 Press MTS to display the MTS
screen.
2 Press MTS to select the MTS
settings.
[STEREO]: stereo audio
[SAP]:second audio program
[MONO]:monophonic audio
Note
● <ON AIR appears when a stereo or SAP
broadcast is being aired.
VOLUME
50
VOLUME
10
VOLUME
30
STEREO<ON A IR
SAP
M
ONO
2
ON/OFF Standby
POWER
SLEEPCARD
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DISPLAY
ENTER
MUTE BRIGHT MENU TV/VIDEO
FLASHBACK
CHVOL
1
2
4
7
MTS
3
5
6
8
9
0
100
POWER
To turn off the LCD TV
Press POWER on the remote control.
The POWER indicator will turn red.
To turn the LCD TV back on
Press POWER again.
The POWER indicator will turn green.
BASIC OPERATION (Continued)
Changing the Channels
Changing channels by using Channel Select on the remote control
• This LCD TV set allows you to select up to 125 channels (1 to 125). To select a channel, enter a 2or 3-digit number.
POWER
SLEEPCARD
DISPLAY
ENTER
MUTE BRIGHT MENU TV/VIDEO
FLASHBACK
CHVOL
1
2
4
7
MTS
3
5
6
8
9
0
100
Channel
Select
To select a 1- or 2-digit channel
number (e.g., Channel 5):
Complete the following procedure
within 4 seconds.
1 Press the button.
2 Press the
Note
● When selecting a 1-digit channel number,
do not fail to press the button first.
To select a 3-digit channel number
(e.g., Channel 115):
Complete the following procedure
within 4 seconds.
5
button.
1 Press the button.
2 Press the button.
3 Press the
5
button.
0–
5
1 ––
11–
115
Changing channels with CH ( )/( ) on the remote control
AirPress CH ( ) and the channels change in the order shown below: