Sharp LC-46SB54U Owner’s Manual

SHARP

LC-46SB54U

LiQUiD CRYSTAL

TELEVISION

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Supplied Accessories

Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.

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= AEways use the AC cord supplied with the _V.
= AC cord enclosed in this product is for 110 125V. Irl using it on the 125 240V AC. please consult the following.

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, LATIN AMERICA GROUP
6100 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 150, Miami, Florida 33125, U.S.A.

To avoid scratching the frame or screen, please use a soft, lint free cloth for cleaning. Approved

I cleaning cloths are available directly from Sharp in single (00Z-LCD-CLOTH) or triple (00Z-LCD-

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CLOTH-3) packs. Call 1-800-BE-SHARP for ordering, or VISIT www.sharpusa.com/SharpDirect.

IMPORTANT : Please read this operation manual

before starting operating the equipment.

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IMPORTANq_

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.

I 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
symbol, within an equilateral

triangle, is intended to alert the

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

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.

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

CAUTION= This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to

equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority
to operate this equipment.

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.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:

SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-46SB54U

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
RESPONSIBLE PARTY:

For Business Customers: URL http://www.sharpusa.com

INFORMATION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

)ursuant 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

-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radiofrV 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, 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)

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135

TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP

connected.

Trademarks

, Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of IDolby Laboratories.

. "HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of IHDMI Licensing LLC."

. Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR_ are designed to protect the environment through superior Ienergy efficiency.

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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 electdc 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 allwarnings.

4) Follow allinstructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean onlywith dry clott_.

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 attachmentdaccessodes 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 poweFsupply 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 afire 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) Whentheproductexhibitsadistinctchangeinperformance thisindicatesaneedforservice.

19) Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.

Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

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

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

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

• Outdoor Antenna Grounding if an outside antenna is
connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna

system is g/ounded so as to provide some p/otection against

voltage surges and built up static charges,
Article 810 of the National Bectrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,

provides information with regard to p/oper 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 g/ounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

• Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cold tTom the wall outlet befo/e handling,

• Use a soft damp cloth to gently wipe the panel when it is really dirty.

• scratchUSea softtheClOthpanelandsurface.gentlywipe the surface of the display panel, Using a hard cloth may _ __
(It may scratch the panel surface when wiped strongly)

• If the panel is dusty, use an anti-static brush, which is comme/cially available, to clean it

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

• To dean the outer cabinet, use the same method Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners

• 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 carf, 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.

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

• Ventilation - The vents and other openings in the cabinet ale designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these vents
and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheatirlg 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
desigrled for builtqn installation; do not place the ploduct in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper

ventilation is provided or the manufactureCs instructions are tollowed

• The Liquid Crystal panel used in this product is made ot glass Therefore, it carl break when the product is dropped or
applied with impact Be careful not to be illured 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 2,078,600 pixels, giving you fine picture details.
Occasionally, a tew 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 ot your product.

• Lightning For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods ot time, unplug it ffom the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna This will prevent damage to

the equipment due to lightning and poweMine 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 whe/e it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system,

ext/eme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be tatal

• 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 place the AC cord under the TV
set or other heavy items. .j_

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

• 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

Precautions when transporting the TV

• Be sure to always carry the TV by two people holding it with two hands one hand on each side of the %/

EYAM PLE OE ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONALELECT%CALCOD£ ANSI/NFPA 70

ELECTRODE SYSTEM
/NEC ART 250 PART H)

NEC -- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

QUICK REFERENCE

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

• Before performing work spread cushioning over the base
area to lay the TV on This will prevent it from being

damaged

• Attach the stand in the correct direction.

• Do not remove the stand from the _/unless using an

optional wall mount bracket to mount it.

Be sure to follow the instructions, incorrect installation

of the stand may result in tbe 1]/falling over,

I Confirm that there are 8 screws (4 short screws

and 4 long screws) and a hex key supplied with the
stand unit.

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2 Altach the supporting post for the stand unit onto

the base using the box for the stand unit as shown
below.

• The supporting post altaches to the base atanoft centered
location onthe base Be sure to attach the supporling post in

1hedirection indicated below andaltach the stand tothe TV
with the wider side of1he base facingtor_sard

II TI _L°ng ....... Hexkey

Forwarded,/

:3 1"_Insert the stand into the openings on the bottom

of the TV.

"2' Insert and tighten the 4 short screws into the 4

holes on the rear of the TV.

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= This _ sbould be mounted on tbe wall only with the

AN-52AG4 (SHARP) wall mount bracket. The use of
other wall mount brackets may result in an unstable

installation and may cause serious injuries.
installing the TV requires special skill that should

only be performed by qualified service personnel

Customers should not attempt to do the work

themselves. SHARP bears no responsibility for

improper mounting or mounting that results in

accident or injury.

Using an optional bracket to mount the TV

• You carl ask a qua<lified service professional about
using an optional AN 52AG4 bracket to mount the TV
to the wall.

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

f

Hanging on the wall
AN 52AG4 wall mount bracket.

See the bracket instructions for details.)

Vertical mounting Angular mounting

About setting the ]_/angle

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• The center of the display:
6 3A inches (174.25 ram)
under the "A" position.

Refer to the operation
manual of AN 52AG4 for

details.

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• To detach the stand, perform the steps in reverse order

• Detach the cable clamp on the rear of the TV when 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 TV, and then use the

screws supplied with the wall mount bracket to secure the

bracket to the rear of the %/

QUICK REFERENCE

1 Attach your anten_a to the back of the televFsion.

(See page 8.)

2 Connect the AC plug for the television into the AC

outlet.

* Place the TV close to the AC outlet, and keep the power

plug within reach

o TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

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

3 Place the Ferdte core in the space Endicated Enthe

below figure and bundle the cords propedy with
the cable clamp and the cable tee.

4 How to turn on the television for the first time.

A) Press POWER on the television.

B) The POWER indicator on the front of the

televisio_ lights GREEN.

Use the remote control u_flt 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.

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[] Cautions regarding the 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 alea with high humidity,
Do not install or place the remote contlol unit under direct

sunlight, The heat may cause deformation of the remote

contlol unit

• The remote control unit may not work ploperly if the remote

contlol sensor on the TV is under direct sunlight or stlong
lighting. In such cases, change the angle of the fighting
or the TV, or operate the remote control unit closer to the

remote control sensor

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,
p/ess POWER on the remote control to turn the power on
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
USAT 1 800 BE SHARP

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= Speakers cannot be detached from the TV

• _/angle cannot be adjusted

PdOiWER

Preparation

To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. The following is a bdef explanation of the types of con_ectio_s
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.

fl A 75-ohm system is generally a round cable with F type connector _F type connector

that can easily be attached to a terminal without tools (Commercially _ 75 ohm coaxial cable (round)
available)

2,A 300 ohm system is a flat "twin lead" cable that carl be attached

to a 75 ohm terminal through a 300/75 ohm adapter (Commercially 300 ohm twin lead cable (flat)
available).

F-type connector should be finger-tightened only. _//_ ,_-_ F type connector

co,/nectorWher'c°nnect"/gtheRFcab'et°theTVset'd°n°tt'ghtenFtyPew,thtools. _X_{ "_,
If tools are used, it may cause damage to your TV set. _he breaking 75-ohm coaxial cable

_of internal circuit, etc.)

f Connecting Antenna Cable

= Connect the antenna cable to the TV using one of the methods in the illustration as shown (_,, '9, _ or _).

_ Cable without a CA]3/ Cabler_lead_rl terrrillal(75ohm)

converter [_
VHF/UHF antenna (c01nmeciallyavailable

r3_ Combination VHF/

UHF antenna

_4_ Separate VHF/UHF s0oohm

antenna VHF twin lead cable

ANTErqrqA

HeineAntenna

coa×ialcable

HeineAntenna

tent illal (75 ohm)

[_ Coaxial cable

(commercially available

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Combiner
(comme cially available)

_. To TV antenna

terminal

If the remote control fails to operate TV functions, replace the batteries in the remote control unit.
I Open the battery cover.

2 Insert two "AA" size batteries

(supplied with the product).

3 Close the battery cover.

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• Place the batteries with their terminals
corresponding to the ( ) and ( )

indications in the battery compartment,

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 lite of new batteries or cause chemical leakage
in old batteries,

Remove batteries as soon as they ale worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries that come in contact with skin can cause a
rash, If you find any chemical leakage, wipe thoroughly with a cloth.

The batteries supplied with this p/oduct may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions

Ifyou will not be using the remote control unit fer an extended period of time, remove batteries f/ore it.

Part Names

_ , _ _ _ _--- ---- -------- POWER indicator (See page 11_)_

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terminals

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[ OPC sensor (See page 17)

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...... =_ [ ..............................SLEEP indicator (See page 12,) _

-- POWER button

-- MENU button

-- iNPUT button

,_(CNA/V)

'-I (VOL+/-)

/ _owE_ sl _ oPc

Channel buttons

Volume buttons

DIGI_L

87#o

terminal

iI"................. DiGiTAL AUDIO

OUTPUT terminal

(HDMI)

_ NPUT 4 terminal

_'_ _ (HDMI)

INPUT 5 terminaB

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Antenna/Cable in

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iNPUT 1 terminals

-_ NPUT 6 terminals

(PC iN)

AC INPUT terminal

Connecting to External Equipment

You can connect many types of external equipment to your TV like a Blu-ray disc player, HD DVD player, DVD
player, VCR, DEgital %/tuner, HDMI equipment, game console or camcorder. To vbw external source images,
sebct the input source from iNPUT on the remote control unit or on the %/. (See page 14.)

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

• Phase read the rebvant operation manual (Blu-ray disc pbyer, etc) carefully before making connections.

Connecting a Blu-ray disc player, HD_DVD player, DVD player, Digital TV STB (Air or Cable), VCR,
game console or camcorder

Terminal on the TV Cable equipment

NPUT 1_2 or 3 vl_/o AL*_IO

NPUT 1 or3 C_)$PONFNTAUDIO

INPUT 2 S.VlOrOAJ010

INPUT 4 or 5 HiOml

DIGITAL AUDIO DIGITA
OUTPUT ou_u

"1 _ To enjoy 1080p display capability, connect your external equipment using a component cable and set the
*2 • The S-VIDEO terminal takes priority over the video terminals. (INPUT 2 only)

*S * When using an HDMPDVl conversion cable, input the audio signal to AUDIO terminal of INPUT 5,

* To enjoy 1080p display capability, connect your Blu-ray disc player, HD DVD player or other external equipment using an

*4 * Depending on the connected equipment, audio will not output from the DiGiTAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal in HDMI

Connecting a PC

INPUT 6 A Aio__ AUOIO

INPUT 4or 5 H_ml

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equipment to 1080p output.

HDMI certified cable and set the equipment to 1080p output.

connection¸ In this case, set the audio formats of the connected equipment to PCM, 32/44¸1/48 kHz and 16 bits¸

Ten'ninalonthe TV Terminalon PC

_,_, Component video cable (commercially available) _

-i_ Audio cable (commercially available) r_X[%_ =,

_m Audio cable (commercially available) ,_4_

[_I;C_ HDMFcertified cable (commercially available) _T _)j/_

__ Optical fiber cable (commercially availabb) - i J,

AV cable (commercially available)

I1_ S-VIDEO cable (commercially available) ,_r'

Cable

RGB cable (commercially available)

3.5 mm stereo miniiack cable (comme_ial_y available)

HDMbcertifled cable (commercially available) r_.l_}_s,}

Terminal on extema]

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* The HDMI terminals only support digital signal.

Refer to page 30 for a list of PC signals compatible with the %/

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