SHARP LC26_32DA5U, LC-26DA5U, LC-32DA5U Service Manual

LC-26DA5U/LC-32DA5U

ENGLISH

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135

SHARP CORPORATION

OPERATION MANUAL

MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN

LC-26DA5U
LC-32DA5U

LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
TÉLÉVISEUR ACL
TELEVISOR CON PANTALLA DE CRISTAL LIQUIDO
TELEVISOR DE CRISTAL LÍQUIDO

MODE D’EMPLOI

MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO

OPERATION MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN
MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO

FRANÇAIS

ESPAÑOL

PORTUGUÊS

Printed in Mexico
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Impreso en México
Impresso no México
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05P08-MX-NG

Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR® are designed
to protect the environment through superior energy efficiency.

Les produits agréés ENERGY STAR® sont conçus pour
protéger l’environnement par un rendement énergétique
supérieur.

LC-26DA5U
LC-32DA5U

LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION

ENGLISH

OPERATION MANUAL

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

• Menu items that are not selectable are grayed out.

• The examples used throughout this manual are based on
the LC-32DA5U model.

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.

ENGLISH

Model No.:

Serial No.:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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

NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrow-head

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

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

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

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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

WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

CAUTION:

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

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

CAUTION:

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

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-26DA5U
SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-32DA5U
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

RESPONSIBLE PARTY:

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

For Business Customers: URL

http://www. sharpusa. com

INFORMATION:

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

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

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

Trademarks

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

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

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

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DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

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

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

amplifiers) that produce heat.

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

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

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

point where they exit from the apparatus.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Additional Safety Information

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

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

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

result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

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

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

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

personnel under the following conditions:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

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

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

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

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

Precautions when transporting the TV

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

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

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

GROUND
CLAMP

ANTENNA

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC —NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

GROUND CLAMPS

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

DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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QUICK REFERENCE

STOP! To safely remove the AQUOS television from the box

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

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

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

3. Lift onto installation location as the diagram illustrates.

Ventilation & Cleaning Tips

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

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

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

QUICK INSTALLATION TIPS

1. Facing the back of the AQUOS television, remove
the terminal cover.

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

2. Attach your antenna to the back of the TV.
(See page 12.)

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

CAUTION

• TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

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

4. Place the Ferrite core in the space indicated in

the below figure and bundle the cords properly
with a cable clamp and cable tie.

5. How to turn on the AQUOS television for the first
time.
A) Press POWER on AQUOS television.

POWER

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B) POWER indicator on the front of the AQUOS

television lights GREEN.

POWER indicator

NOTE

• Speaker cannot be detached from the TV.

• TV angle cannot be adjusted.

QUICK REFERENCE

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

1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert two “AAA” size batteries

3 Close the battery cover.

(supplied with the product).

• Place the batteries with their terminals
corresponding to the (e) and (f)
indications in the battery compartment.

CAUTION

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

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

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

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

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

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

23⬘
(7 m)

30°30°

Remote control
sensor

IMPORTANT:

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

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

IMPORTANT:

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

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

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

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Contents

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

TV …………………………………………………9
Remote control unit …………………………… 11

Preparation ………………………………………… 12

Using the remote control unit ………………… 12

Cautions regarding remote control unit … 12

Antennas ……………………………………… 12

Watching TV ……………………………………… 13

Turning on the power ………………………… 13
Turning off the power ………………………… 13
Initial setup ……………………………………… 14
Simple button operations

for changing channels …………………… 15

Simple button operations

for changing volume/sound ……………… 16

Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode ……………… 17

Basic adjustment settings ……………………… 18

Menu items ……………………………………… 18
EZ setup ………………………………………… 19
Channel setup ………………………………… 19
Favorite channel setting ……………………… 20
Language setting ……………………………… 20
Picture adjustments …………………………… 21

OPC setting ………………………………… 21
Advanced picture adjustments ………… 22
Color temperature ………………………… 22
Black ……………………………………… 22
3D-Y/C ……………………………………… 22
Monochrome ……………………………… 22

Film Mode (3:2 pull-down) ……………… 22
Sound adjustment ……………………………… 23
Surround ………………………………………… 23
Power control …………………………………… 24

Using external equipment ……………………… 25

Displaying an external equipment image …… 25
Connecting a DVD player or

Digital TV STB ……………………………… 26

Connecting a VCR, game console or

camcorder ………………………………… 27
Connecting HDMI equipment ………………… 27
Displaying an image from HDMI

equipment ………………………………… 27

Useful adjustment settings ……………………… 28

Image position ………………………………… 28
Moving the picture on the screen …………… 28
Input Select …………………………………… 29
Input Label ……………………………………… 30
Picture flip ……………………………………… 30
AV MODE ……………………………………… 31
View mode for 4:3 Programs ………………… 31
Digital Noise Reduction ……………………… 32
Audio only ……………………………………… 32
Output Select …………………………………… 33
Quick shoot …………………………………… 33
Color System …………………………………… 33
Sleep timer ……………………………………… 33
Closed caption ………………………………… 34
Secret number setting for parental control … 35
Parental control (setting V-CHIP level) ……… 37
How to temporarily release

the V-CHIP BLOCK ……………………… 40
Reactivating the temporarily released

V-CHIP BLOCK …………………………… 40

Other viewing options …………………………… 41

Freezing images ……………………………… 41
Presetting remote control function …………… 41

Appendix ………………………………………… 45

Removing the stand …………………………… 45
Setting the TV on the wall …………………… 45
Troubleshooting ………………………………… 46
RS-232C port specifications ………………… 47
Specifications ………………………………… 49

Dimensional drawings …………………………… 50

Supplied accessories

Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.

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

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Page 6 Page 6

NOTE

• Always use the AC cord supplied with the TV.

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

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

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AC cord (g1)

Page 6

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

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Part names

TV

CHANNEL buttons

(CHs/r)

VOLUME buttons (VOLl/k )

INPUT
button

POWER (On/Off)
button

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OPC sensor

Remote control sensor

POWER indicator

OPC indicator

*OPC: Optical Picture Control

(See page 21.)

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Part names

TV

INPUT 3

terminals

INPUT 1

terminals

MONITOR OUTPUT terminals

AC INPUT terminal

INPUT 2
terminals

Antenna
input
terminal

SYSTEM
RESET**

RESET*

RS-232C
terminal

INPUT 4 terminals

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

• AV MODE resets to DYNAMIC (Fixed)

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

• Audio setting initializes

• Surround resets to Off

• Image position initializes

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

NOTE

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

• Pressing RESET will not delete channel preset or secret number. See page 36 for clearing the secret number when you
know it. See page 51 for initializing to the factory preset values when you forget your secret number.

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Part names

Remote control unit

114

2
3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11 23

12

13 27

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

24

25

26

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

page 13.)

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

equipment on and off.

4 External equipment operational buttons: Operate the

external equipment.

50 – 9: Set the channel. (See page 15.)
6 • (DOT) (See page 43.)
7 INPUT: Select a TV input source. (TV, INPUT 1, INPUT

2, INPUT 3, INPUT 4) (See pages 25 and 29.)

kk

8VOL
9 SURROUND: Select Surround settings. (See page 16.)
10 FREEZE: Set the still image. Press again to return to

normal screen. (See page 41.)

11 EXIT: Turn off the menu screen.
12 SLEEP: Set the sleep timer. (See page 33.)
13 AUDIO: Select the MTS/SAP. (See page 17.)
14 FUNCTION: Switches the remote control for TV, CBL/

SAT, VCR, DVD and AUDIO operation. Indicator lights
up for the current mode. (See pages 41 to 44 for details.)
* To enter the code registration mode, you need to press

15 LIGHT

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

16 VIEW MODE: Select the screen size. (See page 31.)
17 ENT: Enters a channel selection when choosing with

the 0-9 buttons.

18 FLASHBACK: Return to the previous channel or input

external mode. (See page 15.)

19 CH
20 MUTE: Mute the sound. (See page 16.)
21 MENU: Display the menu screen.
22 a/b/c/d/ENTER: Select a desired item on the screen.
23 RETURN: Return to the previous menu screen.
24 FAVORITE CH

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

different categories. (See page 20 for details.)

ll

k/

l: Set the volume. (See page 16.)

kk

ll

FUNCTION and DISPLAY at the same time.

: When pressed all buttons on the remote

rr

ss

r/

s: Select the channel. (See page 15.)

rr

ss

NOTE

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

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

25 FAVORITE: Register favorite channel. (See page 20.)
26 CC: Display captions during closed-caption source.

(See page 34.)

27 AV MODE: Select an audio or video setting. (See

page 31.) (AV mode: STANDARD, MOVIE, GAME,
USER, DYNAMIC (Fixed), DYNAMIC.)

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Preparation

Using the remote control unit

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

Cautions regarding remote control unit

• Do not expose the remote control unit to shock. In addition, do not expose the
remote control unit to liquids, and do not place in an area with high humidity.

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

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

Antennas

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

NOTE

• The antenna and the cable converter cannot be connected at the same time.

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

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

NOTICE

F-type connector

F-type connector should be finger-tightened only.

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

75-ohm coaxial cable

(The breaking of internal circuit, etc.)

Connecting Antenna Cable

Cable without a CATV

Cable TV lead-In

converter

Combination

VHF/UHF antenna

or

75-ohm coaxial cable (round)

Home Antenna

terminal (75-ohm)

F-type connector

75-ohm coaxial cable (round)

300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat)

Separate VHF/UHF

antenna

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300-ohm twin-lead (flat)

VHF
ANTENNA

or

75-ohm coaxial cable

UHF
ANTENNA

300-ohm
twin-lead

300-ohm twin-lead

300/75-ohm adapter
(commercially available)

Combiner
(commercially
available)

IN OUT

Watching TV

Simple operations for watching a TV program

POWER indicator

POWER

Turning on the power

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

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

NOTE

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

TV POWER (On/Standby)

Display status indicator

Off

Green

Power off/standby

The TV is on.

Turning off the power

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

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

• The POWER indicator on the TV gradually turns off.

NOTE

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

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

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Initial setup

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

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

2. Connect the antenna cable to the TV. (See page 6.)

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

Language setting

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

1

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

Language

Air/Cable

CH Search

English

Français

Español

Antenna setting

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

2

Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable”, and
then press ENTER.

• There are 3 kinds of CATV system, including
Standard, HRC and IRC. Select the one
matches to your TV. Select Auto when you do
not know which one to select.

Example

Language

Air/Cable

CH Search

Air

Channel search

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

3

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

19).

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Press ENTER.

NOTE

Watching TV

Simple button operations for
changing channels

You can change channels in several ways.

■ Using CHr/s

• Press CH

• Press CH

NOTE

• CH s/r on the TV operates the same as CH
the remote control unit.

rr

r to increase the channel number.

rr
ss

s to decrease the channel number.

ss

on the remote control unit

rr

r/

rr

ss

s on

ss

■ Using 0 – 9 on the remote control unit

Select the channels directly by pressing buttons 0 to

9.

• The TV allows you to select up to 125 channels (1
to 125). To select a channel, enter a 2 or 3-digit
number.

a

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

Complete the following steps within 3 seconds.

1

2

Press the 0 button.

• Complete the step 2 within 3 seconds after the
step 1.

Press the 5 button.

0

5

0

3

• When selecting a 1-digit channel number, do not fail to
press the 0 button.

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

Complete the following steps within 3 seconds.

1

Press ENT to enter the setting.

• Channel selection will be made if there is no
operations for 3 seconds.

NOTE

Press the 1 button.

• Complete the step 2 within 3 seconds after the
step 1.

CH s/r

■ Changing channels with CH r/s on the
remote control unit or CH s/r on the TV

Air: Press CH r and the channel change in the

order shown below:
2s3s...s68s69s2s3...
Press CH s and the channel change in the
order shown below:
3s2s69s68s...s3s2...

Cable: Press CH r and the channel change in the

order shown below:
1s2s3s...s125s1s2s3...
Press CH s and the channel change in the
order shown below:
3s2s1s125s...s3s2s1s...

2

3

Press the 1 button again.

• Complete the step 3 within 3 seconds after the
step 2.

Press the 5 button.

1

11

115

■ Using FLASHBACK on the remote control
unit

Press FLASHBACK to switch the currently tuned
channel to the previously tuned channel.
Press FLASHBACK again to switch back to the
currently tuned channel.

Press FLASHBACK to toggle between the currently
selected input source and the previously selected one.

NOTE

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

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Watching TV

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Surround : Off

Surround : On

Simple button operations for
changing volume/sound

■ Changing the volume

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

VOL l/k

kk

■ Using VOL

• To increase the volume, press VOL

• To decrease the volume, press VOL

ll

k/

l

kk

ll

Volume adjustment

kk

k.

kk

20

ll

l.

ll

■ Using MUTE on the remote control unit

Mutes the current sound output.

1

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

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

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

Press MUTE.

•“M” has been displayed on the screen for 30

minutes, and the sound is silenced.

Mute

NOTE

NOTE

• VOL l/kon the TV operates the same as VOL k/l on
the remote control unit.

Audio status

specified

Output Select

VariableFixed

Variable sound

Output device

MONITOR

OUTPUT

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

the screen changes as shown below.

Constant as

20

NOTE

• See page 33 for details on the output select function.

■

Using SURROUND on the remote control unit

SURROUND produces Surround effect from the

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

Surround sound options

• On: Makes it possible to enjoy natural, realistic
surround sound.

• Off: Outputs the normal sound.

NOTE

• You can have the same settings by choosing “Surround”

on the menu items. (See page 23.)

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Watching TV

Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode

The TV has a feature that allows reception of sound
other than the main audio for the program. This feature
is called Multi-channel Television Sound (MTS). The
TV with MTS can receive mono sound, stereo sound
and Secondary Audio Programs (SAP). The SAP
feature allows a TV station to broadcast other
information, which could be audio in another language
or something completely different like weather
information.

You can enjoy Hi-Fi stereo sound or SAP
broadcasts where available.

• Stereo broadcasts
View programs like live sporting events, shows and
concerts in dynamic stereo sound.

• SAP broadcasts
Receive TV broadcasts in either MAIN or SAP sound.
MAIN sound: The normal program soundtrack (either in
mono or stereo).
SAP sound: Listen to second language, supplementary
commentary and other information. (SAP is mono sound.)

If stereo sound is difficult to hear.

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

NOTE

• MTS only operates while in TV mode.

You can change MTS as
shown below to match
the television broadcast
signal.

Examples: when receiving MTS and SAP

STEREO mode MAINkSAP mode

Air

2

Air

2

2

Audio : STEREO

2

Audio : MONO

Air

Audio : MAIN

Air

Audio : SAP

STEREOkSAP mode MONO mode

2

Audio : ST(SAP)

Air

Audio : MONO

Air

Air

2

2

Audio : SAP(ST)

Air

2

Audio : MONO

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Basic adjustment settings

Menu items

List of menu items to help you with operations

Picture

OPC ................................................ Page 21

Backlight ........................................ Page 21

Contrast ......................................... Page 21

Brightness ..................................... Page 21

Color ............................................... Page 21

Tint ................................................. Page 21

Sharpness ...................................... Page 21

Advanced

Color Temp. ......................... Page 22

Black .................................... Page 22

3D-Y/C .................................. Page 22

Monochrome ....................... Page 22

Film Mode ............................ Page 22

Audio

Treble .............................................. Page 23

Bass ............................................... Page 23

Balance .......................................... Page 23

Surround ........................................ Page 23

Setup

EZ Setup ........................................ Page 19

CH Setup ................................. Pages 19-20

Input Label ..................................... Page 30

Parental CTRL ........................ Pages 35-40

Position .......................................... Page 28

Picture Flip .................................... Page 30

Language ....................................... Page 20

Option

Audio Only ..................................... Page 32

Digital Noise Reduction ............... Page 32

HDMI Setup .................................... Page 27

Input Select.................................... Page 29

Output Select................................. Page 33

Quick Shoot ................................... Page 33

Color System ................................. Page 33

Power Control

No Signal Off ................................. Page 24

No Operation Off ........................... Page 24

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Basic adjustment settings

EZ setup

You can run EZ Setup again, even after setting up the
preset channels.

Language setting

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

1

2

3

4

5

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “EZ Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

• If you already set the Secret No., go to step 4. If
not, skip to step 5.

Input the 4-digit secret number by using 0 – 9.

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

Channel setup

If initial setup does not memorize all the channels in
your region, follow the instructions below to manually
memorize the channels.

Antenna setting

1

2

3

4

5

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “CH Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

• If you already set the Secret No., input the 4­digit secret number here. See page 35 for
setting a secret number.

Press a/b to select “Air/Cable”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable”, and
then press ENTER.

Language

Air/Cable

CH Search

English

Français

Español

Antenna setting

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

6

Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable”, and then
press ENTER.

• There are 3 kinds of CATV system, including
Standard, HRC and IRC. Select the one matches
to your TV. Select Auto when you do not know
which one to select.

Channel search

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

7

Press ENTER.

Channel search

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

1

2

3

• Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Antenna setting in
Channel setup.

Press a/b to select “CH Search”, and then
press ENTER.

Press ENTER to search.

NOTE

NOTE

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

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Channel memory setting

1

2

3

4

5

6

• On: Skips channels. (Channel selection disabled using

CH

• Off: Does not skip channels. (Channel selection enabled
using CH

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “CH Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

• If you already set the Secret No., input the 4­digit secret number here. See page 35 for
setting a secret number.

Press a/b to select “CH Memory”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b and press c/d to select the
channel you want to skip or not.

Press a/b to select “Skip”, and press c/d
to select “On” or “Off”.

rr

ss

r/

s.)

rr

ss

rr

ss

r/

s.)

rr

ss

Delete favorite channel

1

2

3

4

• You can delete all the favorite channels by selecting “All
Data Clear” at step 2 in Delete favorite channel.

Press FAVORITE and the favorite channel
screen displays.

Press a/b to select “1 Data Clear”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the channel you
want to delete, and then press ENTER.

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

ENTER.

NOTE

Language setting

You can also select a language from the Setup menu.
Select from among 3 languages: English, French and
Spanish.

1

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

NOTE

• Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV.

Favorite channel setting

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

1

2

3

4

Select the channel you want to register as a
favorite channel.

Press FAVORITE.

Press a/b to select “Register”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the position in the
area, and then press ENTER to register.

2

3

4

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Language”, and then
press ENTER.

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

English

Français

Español

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Basic adjustment settings

Picture adjustments

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

1

2

3

4

• For resetting all adjustment items to factory preset values,
press a/b to select “Reset”, press ENTER, press c/d
to select “Yes”, and then press ENTER.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Picture”.

Press a/b to select a specific adjustment
item.

Press c/d to adjust the item to your desired
position.

NOTE

[

]

MENU

Picture

Picture Audio

OPC

Backlight [+12] –16

Contrast

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Advanced

Reset

[+30]

[ 0]

[ 0]

[ 0]

[ 0]

Off On

0

–30

–30

–30

–10

On : Display

+16

+40

+30

+30

+30

+10

OPC setting

Automatically adjusts the brightness of the screen.

1

2

3

4

Selected item

Off

On

On: Display

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Picture”.

Press a/b to select “OPC”.

Press c/d to select “On” or “On: Display”.

OPC

Backlight [+12] –16

Contrast

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Advanced

Reset

The brightness is fixed at the value set in
“Backlight”.

Automatically adjusts

Displays the OPC effect on the screen while
adjusting the brightness of the screen.

Off On On : Display

[+30]

0

[ 0]

–30

[ 0]

–30

[ 0]

–30

[ 0]

–10

Description

+16

+40

+30

+30

+30

+10

Selected item

Backlight

Contrast

Brightness

Color

Tint

Sharpness

cbutton

The screen dims

For less contrast

For less brightness

For less color
intensity

Skin tones become
purplish

For less sharpness

dbutton

The screen brightens

For more contrast

For more brightness

For more color
intensity

Skin tones become
greenish

For more sharpness

NOTE

• Select “Advanced” and then press ENTER to set “Color
Temp.”, “Black”, “3D-Y/C”, “Monochrome” or “Film Mode”.
See page 22.

NOTE

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

• When set to “On: Display”, OPC effect displays on the
screen while OPC is adjusting the screen brightness.

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Advanced picture adjustments

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

1

2

3

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Picture”.

Press a/b to select “Advanced”, and then
press ENTER.

4

Press a/b to select a specific adjustment
item.

• You can select “Color Temp.”, “Black”,
“3D-Y/C”, “Monochrome” or “Film Mode”.

5

Press a/b (or c/d) to select the desired
parameter.

• See the table for the selectable
parameters.

Color temperature

Black

For easier viewing, change the viewing depth by
selecting a level for automatically adjusting the dark
portion of an image.

Selected item

Off
On

No adjustment

For high detail in black portions

Description

3D-Y/C

Provides high quality images with minimal dot crawl
and cross color noise.

Selected item

Standard
Fast
Slow

NOTE

• 3D-Y/C is available for input signal from Composite Video
and ANALOG IN.

Normal adjustment

For movie image

For still image

Description

Monochrome

For viewing a video in monochrome.

For a better white balance, use color temperature
correction.

Selected item

High
Mid-High
Middle
Mid-Low
Low

Description

White with Bluish tone

White with Reddish tone

Selected item

Off
On

Normal color

For viewing in monochrome

Description

Film Mode (3:2 pull-down)

Automatically detects a film-based source (originally
encoded at 24 frames/second), analyzes it then
recreates each still film frame for high-definition picture
quality.

Selected item

Off
On

Normal viewing mode

Detects, analyzes, converts film source

Description

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Basic adjustment settings

Sound adjustment

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

1

2

3

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Audio”.

[

]

MENU

Treble

Bass

Balance

Surround

Reset

Audio

Audio Power Control

[ 0]

–15

[ 0]

–15

[ 0]

L

+15

+15

R

[Off]

Press a/b to select a specific adjustment
item.

Surround

Surround effects can be set using the “Audio” menu.

1

2

3

4

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

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

• For some discs, setup may be required on your DVD. In
this case, please refer to the operation manual of your
DVD player.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Audio”.

Press a/b to select “Surround”, and then
press ENTER.

...

[

MENU

Treble

Bass

Balance

Surround

Reset

Audio

Audio Power Control

[ 0]

[ 0]

[ 0]

Surround

–15

–15

L

]

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

ENTER.

NOTE

+15

+15

R

[Off]

4

Press c/d to adjust the item to your desired
position.

Selected item

Treble

Bass

Balance

NOTE

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

• For resetting all adjustment items to factory preset values,
press a/b to select “Reset”, press ENTER, press c/d
to select “Yes”, and then press ENTER.

cbutton

For weaker treble

For weaker bass

Decrease audio from
the right speaker

dbutton

For stronger treble

For stronger bass

Decrease audio from
the left speaker

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Power control

Power control setting allows you to save energy.

No signal off

When set to “Enable”, the power will automatically shut
down if no signal inputs for 15 minutes.

1

2

3

4

• “Disable” is factory preset value.

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

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Power Control”.

Press a/b to select “No Signal Off”, and
then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Enable”, and then
press ENTER.

DisableEnable

• Five minutes before the power shuts down,
remaining time displays every minute.

NOTE

No operation off

When set to “Enable”, the power will automatically shut
down if there is no operation for 3 hours.

1

2

3

• “Disable” is factory preset value.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 in No signal off.

Press a/b to select “No Operation Off”, and
then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Enable”, and then
press ENTER.

• Five minutes before the power shuts down,
remaining time displays every minute.

NOTE

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Using external equipment

CAUTION

Auto

COMPONENT

VIDEO

You can connect many types of external equipment to your TV, like a DVD player, VCR, Digital TV tuner, HDMI
equipment, game console and camcorder. To view external source images, select the input source from INPUT
on the remote control unit or on the TV.

Displaying an external equipment image

Explanation here is for the setting when connecting
DVD to INPUT1 terminal.

INPUT button

To watch a DVD image, select “INPUT1” from “INPUT
SOURCE” menu using INPUT on the remote control
unit or on the TV. (See page 29.)

INPUT SOURCE

TV

INPUT1

INPUT2

INPUT3

INPUT4

Selecting the INPUT signal

1

2

3

4

The setting is stored and can be selected on the
“INPUT SOURCE” menu.

• To protect all equipment, always turn off the TV before
connecting to a DVD player, VCR, Digital TV tuner, HDMI
equipment, game console, camcorder or other external
equipment.

• See pages 26 to 27 for external equipment connection.

• Please refer to the relevant operation manual (DVD player,
etc.) carefully before making connections.

• Each time INPUT is pressed, the input source toggles.

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

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “Input Select”, and then
press ENTER.

Select the desired signal type.

For INPUT1 signal

NOTE

NOTE

• If the image does not come in clearly, you may need to
change the input signal type setting on the “Input Select”
menu.

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Using external equipment

Connecting a DVD player or Digital TV STB

You can use the INPUT 1 to INPUT 4 terminals when connecting to a DVD player, Digital TV STB and other
audiovisual equipment.

When using component cable. (INPUT 1 or 2) When using composite cable. (INPUT 1, 2 or 3)

Component
video cable

(commercially

available)

Audio cable
(commercially
available)

DVD player/Digital TV STB

NOTE

• See page 27 for connecting a DVD player or Digital TV STB to HDMI terminal.

AV cable
(commercially
available)

DVD player/Digital TV STB

Connecting a VCR, game console or camcorder

A VCR, game console, camcorder and some other audiovisual equipment are conveniently connected using
the INPUT 1 to 3 terminals.

NOTE

• The S-video terminal has priority over the video terminals. (INPUT 3 only)

S-video cable

(commercially

VCR/Game console/

NOTE

• When attempting to record copy protected material on a VCR or other recording device, the copy protection will activate
and the protected material will not be recorded correctly. In addition, attempting to display copy protected material on a
monitor connected via a VCR, whether for the purpose of viewing or not, will cause an inferior quality picture to be
displayed. This is not a fault of the equipment. Please view copy protected material by connecting the product directly to
the monitor.

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available)

Camcorder

AV cable
(commercially
available)

Using external equipment

Connecting HDMI equipment

You can use the INPUT 4 terminal when connecting an HDMI equipment.

When using an HDMI-DVI

conversion cable, input the

audio signal to AUDIO

terminal of INPUT4.

HDMI cable (commercially available)

HDMI equipment

Displaying an image from HDMI equipment

1

To watch an HDMI equipment image, select
“INPUT4” from “INPUT SOURCE” menu
using INPUT on the remote control unit or
on the TV. (See page 29.)

INPUT SOURCE

TV

INPUT1

INPUT2

INPUT3

INPUT4

2

3

4

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “HDMI Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

...

[

MENU

Audio Only

Digital Noise Reduction

HDMI Setup

Output Select

Quick Shoot

Option

Option

HDMI Setup

]

[Low]

[Fixed]

[Off]

5

Press a/b to select the desired item and
press ENTER.

6

Press a/b/c/d to select the desired setting
and press ENTER.

HDMI Setup
items

Signal
Type

Color
Matrix

Dynamic
Range

Auto View

Audio
Select

NOTE

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

Selectable items

RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4/
YCbCr 4:2:2

ITU601/ITU709

Standard/
Out of standard

Enable/Disable

Digital/Analog

Description

Select the video signal
type from the HDMI
terminal.

Select the internal color
space conversion method
when an RGB signal is
input.

Select the signal amplitude
range. Usually, select
“Standard”.

Set whether or not to use
VIEW MODE based on
signal recognition,
including an HDMI signal.

Select “Digital” for audio
signal via the HDMI
terminal. Select “Analog”
for audio signal via the R­AUDIO -L terminal.

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Useful adjustment settings

Image position

For adjusting a picture’s horizontal and vertical
position.

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2

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Selected item

H-Pos.

V-Pos.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Position”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “H-Pos.” or “V-Pos.”.

Description

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

Centers the image by moving it up or
down.

Moving the picture on the screen

You can move the picture around on the screen.

Press a/b/c/d to move an image on the screen to
the desired position. Press ENTER to return to the
original image position.

NOTE

• While pressing a /b /c/d, an on-screen image,
“Adjusting Position” displays to the desired position.

• This setting cannot be stored. Once the TV shuts down or
enters standby mode, the setting is erased. To move the
picture around the screen again, you must perform the
above procedure again.

• The image position setting using the steps on this page
can be stored. Select either according to your objectives.

• “TV”, “INPUT1”, “INPUT2”, “INPUT3” and “INPUT4” can
each adjust the image position setting on this page. The
same for view modes.

• Even when the image fills the screen, its position can be
adjusted with this function.

• Press ENTER to reset the image to original positions.

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

• Adjustments are stored separately according to input

source.

• You can easily move the image position as shown on this
page, but when the power is switched off the image will
return to the previously memorized position.

Press c/d to adjust the item to your desired
position.

NOTE

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Useful adjustment settings

Input Select

INPUT button

Selecting input source

Use this menu to select the input source.

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2

Press INPUT.

• A list of selectable sources appears.

Press INPUT again to select the input source.

• An image from the selected source
automatically displays.

• You can also select the input source by
pressing a/b.

• If the corresponding input is not plugged in,
you cannot change the input. Be sure to
connect the equipment beforehand.

Selecting input signal type

For setting the signal type of external equipment
connected to INPUT 1 or 2 terminals.

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2

3

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “Input Select”, and then
press ENTER.

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• If you set INPUT1 and INPUT2 to Auto, the TV will
automatically select the input signal.

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

• Setting INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 signal selection to “Auto”
when other equipment is connected will result in the
following connectivity priority.

1. COMPONENT VIDEO

2. VIDEO

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Press a/b to select a signal type you want
to set, and then press ENTER.

• If the selected signal type is incorrect, an image
does not display or no color image displays.

NOTE

INPUT 1 and INPUT 2

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