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Sharp AQUOS LC-46BD80U User's Manual

1. Chapter Number Direct Chapter Skip Shows the chapter number being played back You can skip to the start of the chapter To skip to the start of a selected chapter press 0 9 to enter the chapter number when this option is highlighted Playback Elapsed Time Direct Time Skip Shows the elapsed time from the beginning of the disc to the present This lets you skip to a specific time Press lt q p to select the Hour Minute or Second and then press A Y or 0 9 to set the time Press ENTER to start playback at the set time Subtitle Language Shows the currently selected subtitle language If subtitles are provided in other languages you can switch to your preferred language Angle Number Shows the currently selected angle number If the video is recorded with multiple angles vou can switch the angle Audio Shows the currently selected type of audio You can select the desired type of audio Repeat The current Title or Chapter or partial segments can be repeatedly played back e These functions may not work with all discs 29 On Screen Display Menu For TV Blu ray INPUT 1 2 3 Mode Picture Menu Page 32 Page 32 Page 32 Backlight Contrast Brightness Page 32 Color Page 32 Tint Page 32 Sharpness Page 32 Advanced C M S Hue Page 32 C M S Saturation Page 32 C M S Value Page 32 Color Temp Page
2. 44 Digital Setup Audio Setup Identification Software Update 4 Input the 4 digit secret number by using 0 9 4 Digital Setup On Screen Display Menu 5 Press ENTER to start checking the data in the USB memory device Insert the USB memory device containing the software update file Use SERVICE port near the INPUT3 6 During the data checking Checking blinks Now checking the data in the USB memory device Checking e The current version of the TV software and the version of the update file on the USB memory device are displayed To update the TV software with the update file select Yes and then press ENTER Example Software update file is detected in the USB memory device Start update UXXXXXX1 UXXXXXX2 Current Version Update Version e f the USB memory device is not properly installed or the correct update file cannot be found on the USB memory device an error message is displaved Check the file on the USB memory device and then reinsert the USB memory device correctly Software update file is not detected in the USB memory device Confirm that you have transferred the file to the USB memory device and retry software update Confirm that you have inserted the USB memory device into the SERVICE port near the INPUT3 There is more than one software file in the USB memory device Confirm that only the software update file is in the USB memory
3. What to do to Obtain Service Contact your Sharp Authorized Servicer to obtain in home service for this product The Servicer will come to your location and if necessary remove the unit for repair at the Servicer s facility and return the set to you once completed Be sure to have Proof of Purchase available TO OBTAIN PRODUCT INFORMATION OR PURCHASE ACCESSORIES AND EXTENDED WARRANTIES CALL 1 800 BE SHARP OR VISIT www sharpusa com 61
4. Setting items Selects a title or chapter for playback or performs video audio settings e Title Number Direct Title Skip e Chapter Number Direct Chapter Skip e Playback Elapsed Time Direct Time Skip e Subtitle Language e Angle Number e Audio e Repeat 3 Operation guide display Provides help on remote control button operations DISC MENU Operation Procedure 1 Press DISC MENU during playback e The DISC MENU control screen is displaved 2 Press A Y to select the desired setting and then press ENTER e For a description of each setting see DISC MENU Which Can Be Set 3 Press A W lt P to set and then press ENTER e Operations vary depending on the setting Follow the operation instructions on the screen 4 Press RETURN or DISC MENU to close the DISC MENU control screen e f is displayed for an option like title number or subtitles the disc has no titles or subtitles which can be selected e The displaved items vary depending on the disc e If you access the DISC MENU control screen during playback of a BD DVD VIDEO it may be impossible to operate the BD DVD VIDEO playback In cases like this close the DISC MENU control screen DISC MENU Which Can Be Set Title Number Direct Title Skip Shows the title number being played back You can skip to the start of the title To skip to the start of a selected title press 0 9 to enter the title number when this option is highlighted
5. e Audio menu is grayed out when Output Select is set to Variable Gee page 41 e For resetting all Audio adjustment items to the factory preset values press A Y to select Reset press ENTER press to select Yes and then press ENTER Surround function allows you to enjoy realistic live sound On Surround function is on Off Normal sound e You can choose Surround by pressing SURROUND on the remote control unit Gee page 16 e Audio menu is grayed out when Output Select is set to Variable See page 41 e For some discs setup may be required on your DVD player In this case please refer to the operation manual of your DVD player Bass Enhancer This function allows you to enjoy bass enhanced sound On Bass Enhancer function is on Off Normal sound e Audio menu is grayed out when Output Select is set to Variable Gee page 41 33 On Screen Display Menu Power Control Menu Power control setting allows you to save energy Example 9 Power Control Power Saving Off O Ma Blu ray disc Ecology Enable T No Signal Off Disable g 9 l z EXIT RETURN l SP No Operation Off Disable FAVORITECH Press MENU to display the MENU screen and then press lt gt to select Power Control Press A Y to select a specific adjustment item and then press ENTER Press A Y or lt gt to select the desired setting and then pr
6. Ordinarily you can easily adjust the picture as necessary to change image position using Auto Sync In some cases however manual adjustment is needed to optimize the image H Pos Centers the image by moving it to the left or right V Pos Centers the image by moving it up or down Clock Adjust when the image flickers with vertical stripes Phase Adjust when characters have low contrast or when the image flickers e For resetting all Fine Sync adjustment items to the factory preset values press 4 W to select Reset and then press ENTER e It is not necessary to adjust the Clock or Phase when a digital signal is being input so it cannot be selected e The default cursor position may not be in the center because the screen position variable ranges may be asymmetrical e The screen position variable ranges depend on the View Mode or the signal type The ranges can be seen on the position setting screen 36 For adjusting a picture s horizontal and vertical position H Pos Centers the image by moving it to the left or right V Pos Centers the image by moving it up or down e For resetting adjustments to the factory preset values press A Y to select Reset and then press ENTER e When connecting a PC to the HDMI terminal the image position will be automatically adjusted It cannot be manually adjusted e The screen position variable ranges depend on the View Mode or the signal type The ranges can be see
7. 1 ALL DVD RW DVD R Video VR Audio 12 cm 57 DVD R DL ormat Video Movie 8 cm 3 DVD RW DVD R finalized disc only Audio CD Audio CD Audio 12 cm 5 CD DA 8 cm 3 CD RW CD R Audio CD Audio CD DA This TV has been designed on the premise of playing back Audio CDs that comply with CD Compact Disc standards CDs containing a signal for the purpose of protecting copyrights copy control signal may not be able to be plaved back with this TV 20 E Discs with unusual shapes cannot be played e Discs with unusual shapes heart shaped or hexagonal discs etc cannot be used The use of such discs will cause malfunction E The following BD VIDEO discs cannot be played e Discs not displaying A or ALL for the region code discs sold outside the authorized marketing area e Discs produced illegally e Discs recorded for commercial use The region code for this product is A E The following DVD VIDEO discs cannot be played e Discs not displaying 1 or ALL for the region code discs sold outside the authorized marketing area e Discs produced illegally e Discs recorded for commercial use The region code for this product is 1 E The following BD RE R DVD RW R and DVD RW R discs cannot be played e Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be played back E The following Audio CD discs cannot be played e Discs containing a signal for the purpose of
8. 46 Title Chapter and Track wwwwwwmwwwmmmww 21 Other Viewing Options ms 48 Icons Used on DVD VIDEO Disc Gases 21 Presetting Remote Control Function 48 The Icons Used in This Operation Manual 21 Operating the Connected Equipment 48 Disc Precautions 22 Using AQUOS LINK nn 50 COYOTE tdi sta nn na a ai 22 Controlling HDMI Equipment Using AQUOS LINK 50 Disc Pay ak iii aa 23 AQUOS LINK Menu l Oading a DISC asset 23 APPENGIX 55 22 surescsresersscssnss def enecenanes ee tr enscaie ses t REMOVING a DISG jirrimetti anni 23 Removing the Stand BD DVD VIDEO Playback 23 Setting the TV on the Wall BDDVD MINUS sresskaza to zoradia on roka 24 MOUBIESHOBMNY is zen sas ein na unten BONUSVIEW ii snnitreneemenmennteneennendintse 25 Troubleshooting Digital Broadcasting 55 DVD R RW BD RE R Playback 25 Troubleshooting Disc Playback 56 Audio CD Playback ii 26 RS 232C Port Specifications 58 Playback FUNCIONS sisi 26 Specifications srera eanan EEEa Eai 59 Settings During Playback 29 Optional AcCessory serere rrreerrre 59 On Screen Display Menu 30 PC Compatibility Chart 60 MMU HONS senti ane nn 30 Information on the Software License for This On Screen Display Menu Operation 3i FPROOWICE ret wen chactsle re 60 Menu Operation Buttons 31
9. For Partial Repeat Playback set the start and end points within the same title Repeat Playback may be forbidden depending on the disc e Partial Repeat Playback may not work in multi angle scenes If you press DISPLAY you can confirm the Repeat Playback status W 27 Disc Playback Displaying the Audio Information REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE SLEEP AUDIO AVMODE CC O SURROUND FLASHBACK EJECT o oo DISC MENU ANGLE mo O Pressing AUDIO displays the audio information for the disc being plaved back e The displayed information varies depending on the disc BD VIDEO DVD VIDEO The audio track currently being played back will be displayed e f multiple audio is recorded you can switch the audio each time you press AUDIO DVD RW DVD R When a recorded broadcast with stereo or monaural audio is played back Stereo is displayed Audio cannot be switched Switching Subtitles REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE SLEEP AUDIO AVMODE CC OCOO ee SURROUND FLASHBACK EJECT O j DISCMENU ANGLE mO CO If subtitles are provided in multiple languages you can switch between them Press CC during playback e The display indicates the subtitle number currently being played back and the subtitles appear Each time CC is pressed the subtitles change e js displayed if a disc has no subtitles e You can also select Off e When no disc is inserted while the input source is
10. Zenith 06 41 e Numbers marked with are SAT codes all others are CATV codes 01 Sharp REMOTE CONTROL CODE AUDIO BRAND NUMBER Using AGUOS LINK Controlling HDMI Eguipment Using AGUOS LINK What s AGUOS LINK e Using the HDMI CEC Consumer Electronics Control protocol with AGUOS LINK vou can interactively operate compatible system equipment Blu ray disc equipment AV amplifier DVD e By connecting AQUOS LINK compatible devices with HDMI certified cables to the TV you can control a recorder or AV amplifier using the remote control of the TV e AQUOS LINK allows you to operate the HDMI connected equipment with one remote control HDMI certified cable commercially available e o 5 Hm in n a INPUT 8 Optical fiber cable AQUOS LINK compatible commercially available Audio system an Ul UE OUTPUT R AUDIO L HDMI certified cable You can use the INPUT commercially available 5 or INPUT 8 terminal 000A Connecting Aquos BD Player via AQUOS AQUOS BD Player LINK compatible Audio system e Point the remote control toward the TV not to connected HDMI equipment e Video noise may occur depending on the type of HDMI cable used Make sure to use an HDMI certified cable e Up to 3 pieces of HDMI recording equipment and one AV amplifier can be connected using this system e These operations affect t
11. 4 impacts Se Avoid storing discs in A locations where there are fs large amounts of dust or Sn moisture Handling Precautions e f the surface is soiled wipe gently with a soft damp water only cloth When wiping discs always move the cloth from the center hole toward the outer edge CE Oc e Do not use record cleaning sprays benzene thinner static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent e Do not touch the surface e Do not stick paper or adhesive labels to the disc e f the playing surface of a disc is soiled or scratched the TV may decide that the disc is incompatible and eject the disc or it may fail to play the disc correctly Wipe any dirt off the playing surface with a soft cloth Cleaning the Pick Up Lens e Never use commercially available cleaning discs The use of these discs can damage the lens e Request the nearest service center approved by SHARP to clean the lens Warnings about dew formation e Condensation may form on pick up lens or disc in the following conditions Immediately after a heater has been turned on Inasteamy or very humid room When the TV is suddenly moved from a cold environment to a warm one When condensation forms It becomes difficult for the TV to read the signals on the disc and prevents the TV from operating properly To remove condensation Take out the disc and leave the TV with the power off until the condensation disappears Using t
12. Selecting Recorder Input Location 9 INPUTS 1 0 0 0 CHU 2 0 0 0 Example when connecting AQUOS LINK compatible recorder via AQUOS LINK compatible Audio system AGUOS LINK Control Auto Power On Selecting Recorder Input Location 8 INPUTS 1 0 0 0 8 INPUTS 1 1 0 0 S INPUT6 2 0 0 0 When an AQUOS LINK compatible audio system or other equipment is connected between the TV and recorder Sub is displayed One Touch Recording This function allows easy one touch recording of the program being viewed on the TV to AQUOS LINK compatible eguipment with a recording function by simply pressing REC on the remote control SOURCE LIGHT REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE OO O G wo O _O mo O Prepare the connected AQUOS LINK compatible recorder for recording Check the following items e Make sure that the antenna cable is connected e Check that there is sufficient available space on the recording media HDD DVD etc e On the TV use AQUOS LINK Setup and Selecting Recorder to select the equipment for recording e By default the recorder connected to INPUT 5 is selected for recording 1 Press REC to start recording e When you are viewing a broadcast received with the AQUOS LINK compatible recorder selected in Selecting Recorder recording to the AQUOS recorder of the broadcast being viewed starts e When you are viewing a broadcast received with
13. TV TBD von AUDIO o FREEZE re CAL SAT Dyo FUNCTION fe LOT O D S FAVORITECH gt REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE SLEEP AUDIO AVMODE CC e Some operations in the following playback function cannot be performed depending on the specifications of the disc 1 Press DISC MENU during playback e The DISC MENU control screen is displayed 2 Press A Y to select and then press ENTER 3 Press lt to select Scene Selection and then press ENTER e Set Start Point displays Playback Title Playback Chapter Scene Selection Set Start Point 4 Press ENTER at the scene where you want to set the start point e Set End Point displays 5 Press ENTER at the scene where you want to set the end point e You can press gt to fast forward to the scene where you want to set the end point When you reach the desired scene simply press p and then ENTER to set the end point To cancel Repeat Playback 1 Press A Y to select ge while the DISC MENU control screen is displayed 2 Press to select Off and then press ENTER e Press BBA the Repeat Playback is cancelled and the next chapter is played back e Press Id once the Repeat Playback is cancelled and the TV returns to the start of current chapter track If you press 544 again within about 5 seconds the TV will skip to the beginning of the previous chapter track
14. Ve WB EO Title 2 Chapter D Chapter 2 ae 3 Chapter D ae 2 Example 2 Audio CD FAN Mise Icons Used on DVD VIDEO Disc Cases The back of the case of a DVD that is commercially available usually contains various information about the contents of the disc 1 English 2 Chinese H 1 English Q DOLBY 2 Chinese DIGITAL H r 5 m Fy El Audio tracks and audio formats DVD discs can contain up to 8 separate tracks with a different language on each The first in the list is the original track This section also details the audio format of each soundtrack Dolby Digital DTS MPEG etc Dolby Digital A sound system developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc that gives movie theater ambience to audio output when the TV is connected to a Dolby Digital processor or amplifier DTS DTS is a digital sound system developed by DTS Inc for use in cinemas Linear PCM Linear PCM is a signal recording format used for Audio CDs and on some DVD and Blu ray discs The sound on Audio CDs is recorded at 44 1 kHz with 16 bits Sound is recorded between 48 kHz with 16 bits and 96 kHz with 24 bits on DVD VIDEO discs and between 48 kHz with 16 bits and 192 kHz with 24 bits on BD VIDEO discs H Subtitle languages This indicates the kind of subtitles El Screen aspect ratio Movies are shot in a variety of screen modes E1 Camera angle Recorded onto some BD DVD discs are scenes which have
15. Blu ray the CC button does not function Switching the Angle REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE SLEEP AUDIO AVMODE CC OO SURROUND FLASHBACK EJECT O OJO DISCMENU ANGLE BD O O If multiple angles are recorded you can switch between them Press ANGLE during playback e The display indicates the angle number currently being played back Each time you press ANGLE the angle switches e is displayed if a disc is recorded with only one angle eal 1 To return to the previous angle press ANGLE to cycle through the angles until you return to the original angle 28 Displaying the Angle Mark You can change settings so that Angle Mark appears in the right bottom part of the screen when multiple angles are recorded The Angle Mark is only displayed for DVD VIDEO The settings can be changed in Blu ray disc Setup Playback Setting Angle Mark Display See page 42 e Settings for audio subtitles and angle can be changed also in DISC MENU control screen See page 29 e The operations of subtitles angle and audio differ according to each disc You may need to refer to the operation manual of the disc e The following operations will not work when playing back an audio CD Slow Playback Frame Advance Display of functions e The display for subtitles angle or audio automatically disappears after 5 seconds Switching between functions e You can switch the subtitles angle and audio at the
16. DISC MENU control screen See page 29 e The operation for each function varies depending on the disc See the manual for the disc Fast Forward Reverse e You cannot perform Fast Forward Fast Reverse between titles At the end or beginning of the title Fast Forward Fast Reverse will be cancelled and normal playback will automatically resume e Subtitles are not played back with BD DVD VIDEO discs during Fast Forward and Fast Reverse Slow Playback e You cannot perform Slow Playback between titles At the end of the title Slow Playback will be cancelled and normal playback will automatically resume Repeat Playback e Repeat Playback may be forbidden depending on the disc e Partial Repeat Playback may not work in multi angle scenes e For Partial Repeat Playback set the start and end points within the same title Disc Playback Settings During Playback 9 amp EA fa O O REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE BD TITLE LIST SLEEP AUDIO AVMODE CC a Yai 005 SURROUND FLASHBACK EJECT at G O SIS SAVING MUTE DISCMENU ANGLE O mo DISC MENU Control This allows you to adjust various settings at once like subtitles angle settings and the title selection for Direct Playback You can adjust the video and audio to suit vour preferences The operations are the same for BD and DVD DISC MENU control screen 1 24 5 1ch Playback status display Shows the operation status and the disc type
17. E Option Blu ray disc Setup AQUOS LINK Setup Audio Only PC Audio Select Input 4 PC Output select Fixed I Caption Setup OPC Ke Ho On Display Backlight 12 Contrast Brightness 0 866 Program Title Display No Favorite CH Operation Lock Out Off Demo Mode tem displayed in yellow e This indicates the item currently selected e Press ENTER to go to the adjustment screen for this item tem in brackets e This indicates the current setting for the item tem displayed in white e This indicates that the item can be selected tem displayed in gray KE E A ENTER Jeu Enter AD Back MENU JA S The bar above is an operational guide for the remote control The bar will change in accordance with each menu setting screen e This indicates that the item cannot be selected here are various reasons why the items cannot be selected but the main reasons are as follows D Press lt p gt to select the desired item Nothing is connected to the selected input terminal Press A Y to select the desired item hou is not compatible with the current input 3 Press lt p to adjust the item e Menu options differ in the selected input modes but the operating procedures are the same e The screens in the operation manual are for explanation purposes some are enlarged others cropped and may vary slightly from the actual screens ae LCF
18. HDMI certified cable set PC Audio Select to Input 4 PC On Screen Display Menu Output Select Allows you to select what controls the audio output Fixed Sound via speaker is adjusted with VOL on the remote control unit or VOL on the TV Sound via the AUDIO OUTPUT terminal is not adjustable and outputs at a consistent level Variable Sound via the AUDIO OUTPUT terminal is adjusted with VOL on the remote control unit or VOL on the TV Sound via speaker is muted Caption Setup This function allows you to adjust the closed caption screen appearance to suit your preference You can adjust 7 items Caption Size Font Style Foreground Color Foreground Opacity Background Color Background Opacity and Character Edge Example Selectable items available for Font Style Default The font specified by broadcasting station or default font Type 0 Proportional font used in the MENU screen Type 1 Monospaced with serifs Type 2 Proportionally spaced with serifs Type 3 Monospaced without serifs Type 4 Proportionally spaced without serifs Type 5 Casual font type Type 6 Cursive font type Type 7 Small capitals e For resetting adjustments to the factory preset values press A Y to select Reset and then press ENTER e The default value depends on the broadcasting station Digital Caption Info Digital Caption Information This function allows viewing of dig
19. Latin LN Lingala LO Laothian LT Lithuanian LV Latvian Lettish MG Malagasy MI Maori MK Macedonian ML Malayalam MN Mongolian MO Moldavian MR Marathi MS Malay MT Maltese MY Burmese NA Nauru NE Nepali NL Dutch NO Norwegian OC Occitan OM Afan Oromo OR Oriya PA Panjabi PL Polish PS Pashto Pushto PT Portuguese QU Quechua RM Rhaeto Romance RN Kirundi RO Romanian RU Russian RW Kinyarwanda SA Sanskrit SD Sindhi SG Sangho SH Serbo Croatian SI Singhalese SK Slovak SL Slovenian SM Samoan SN Shona SO Somali SQ Albanian SR Serbian SS Siswat ST Sesotho SU Sundanese SV Swedish SW Swahili TA Tamil TE Telugu TG Tajik TH Thai TI Tigrinya TK Turkmen TL Tagalog TN Setswana TO Tonga TR Turkish TS Tsonga TT Tatar TW Twi UK Ukrainian UR Urdu UZ Uzbek VI Vietnamese VO Volapuk WO Wolof XH Xhosa YO Yoruba ZH Chinese ZU Zulu About Output of Next Generation Audio Formats Ren Jane Maximum number of channels DIGITAE our audio formats Bitstream Dolby TrueHD 7 1ch 48KHz 96KHZz 5 1ch 9 5 1ch 192KHz 5 1ch 8 Dolby Digital PLUS 7 1ch 48KHz Se 8a DTS HD Master Audio 7 1ch 48KHz 96KHz 5 lch 9 5 1ch 192KHz bulch s DTS HD High Resolution Audio 7 1ch 48KHz 96KHz 5 1ch 188 LPCM 7 1ch 48KHz 96KHz 1 Core only 2 Down mixed 3 When Secondary Audio is set to On the audi
20. Secondary audio video audio video e The secondary audio and video for Picture in Picture may automatically play back and be removed depending on the content Also playable areas may be restricted e You can switch on off the Secondary Audio function See page 42 for details Virtual Package BD VIDEO Some BD VIDEO discs are compatible with a function where data is copied to local storage USB memory device etc and plaved back along with the primary video as secondary video secondary audio subtitles etc This function is called Virtual Package Virtual Package data is automatically copied to the local storage prior to playback The playback methods vary depending on the disc A variety of functions can be enjoved during playback of BD VIDEO compatible with Virtual Package which features data copied to the BD Local Storage separate from the Blu ray disc This TV uses a USB memory device for Local Storage Connect a USB memory device USB2 0 256MB or greater to the BD STORAGE SERVICE terminal see page 10 on the Disc Drive of this TV e See the disc manual for required storage space and instructions on copying playback e If there is insufficient storage space the data will not be copied Delete unneeded data or use a new USB memory device e f a USB memory device containing other data previously recorded is used the video and audio may not play back properly e f the USB memory device is disconnect
21. Store Press ENTER to enter the setting Store Home Blu ray disc Ecology is set to Enable Power Saving is set to Advanced and AV MODE is set to STANDARD Store Power Saving is set to Off and AV MODE is set to DYNAMIC Fixed Blu ray disc Ecology is not available Picture Reset and Feature Demo can be set Picture Reset AV MODE will be set to DYNAMIC Fixed regardless of whether Picture Reset is On or Off If you select On AV MODE will be reset to DYNAMIC Fixed if there is no operation for 30 minutes When Off is selected AV MODE will be set to DYNAMIC Fixed Feature Demo When On is selected after all the settings are completed the Feature Demo screen is displayed if there is no operation for several minutes e ENERGY STAR qualification is based on AV MODE STANDARD Air Cable Antenna setting Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV when selecting Air or Cable 3 Press lt p to select Air or Cable Press ENTER to enter the setting cae CH Search Channel search Channel auto search makes the TV look for all channels viewable in the set area 4 When Air is selected in Antenna setting Press lt q p to select Start and then press ENTER When Cable is selected in Antenna setting Press A Y to select Analog amp Digital Search Start to search both analog and digital broadcasts or to select Analog Sea
22. The types of audio transmitted in a digital broadcast include SURROUND as well as MONO and STEREO In addition it is possible for multiple audio tracks to accompany a single video track Press AUDIO to toggle between audio modes Example when receiving Digital broadcasting STEREO Audio1 STEREO Audio to SURROUND Audio3 e MTS only operates while in TV mode e When the input source is Blu ray audio information contained on the disc being played back will be displayed If multiple audio is recorded on the disc AUDIO functions for audio switching Direct Button Operation POWER SAVING Allows you to set the Power Saving level in order to decrease the power consumption and increase the backlight lifespan Press POWER SAVING e Each time you press POWER SAVING the mode changes as shown below Off Standard Advanced ee e You can have the same settings by choosing Power Saving on the menu items See page 34 Closed Captions and Digital Closed Captions Your TV is eguipped with an internal Closed Caption decoder It allows you to view conversations narration and sound effects as subtitles on your TV Closed Captions are available on some TV programs and on some VHS home video tapes at the discretion of the program provider Digital Closed Caption service is a new caption service available only on digital TV programs also at the discretion of the service provider It is a more flexible s
23. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions use shielded cables and connectors for connections 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 IMPORTANT INFORMATION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION MODEL LC 42BD80U LC 46BD80U LC 52BD80U 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 07495 1163 TEL 1 800 BE SHARP For Business Customers URL http www sharpusa com INFORMATION This eguipment 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 eguipment generates uses and can radiate radio freguency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with
24. 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 gualified service personnel Servicing is reguired 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 batter
25. 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 To clean 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 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 Selecting the location Select a place with no direct sunlight and good ventilation Ventilation The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation Do not cover
26. here are not guaranteed to operate CONTROL ITEM COMMAND PARAMETER CONTROL CONTENTS POWER ON COMMAND SETTING R S P W O _ _ Off The Power On command rejected i ii 1 On The Power On command accepted POWER SETTING PiOiW 0 Power Off It shifts to standby S Aile Power On Power On INPUT SELECTION A TOGGLE I H T G D x i m Toggle It input switches by the toggle It is the same as an input change key TV 1iTiViD O _ It input switches to TV A channel remains as it is Last memory Blu ray 1 BID D 0 It input switches to Blu ray INPUT1 8 i aiviol i Input terminal number 1 8 It input switches to INPUT1 INPUTB INPUT SELECTION B INPUT 1 KINAPA NIA 0 Auto 1 VIDEO 2 COMPONENT An input change is also included INPUT 2 LiNiPi2 i 0 Auto 2 COMPONENT 3 S TERMINAL AV MODE SELECTION A i v Fi 0 Toggle 1 STANDARD 2 MOVIE 3 GAME 4 USER Although it can choose now it is toggle operation in inside H 5 DYNAMIC Fixed 6 DYNAMIC 7 PC VOLUME vio g Volume 0 60 POSITION H POSITION H i P ial The screen position variable ranges depend on the View Mode or the V POSITION V iP i signal type The ranges can be seen on the position setting screen CLOCK GIL S Only PC mode 0 180 PHASE PiHi i Only PC mode 0 40 VIEW MODE wi I gt H 0 Toggle AV 1 Side Bar AV
27. in Canada are based on the Canadian Radio Television and Telecommunications Commission CRTC policy on violence in television programming e While violence is the most important content element to be rated the structure developed takes into consideration other program content like language nudity sexuality and mature themes e When setting the V CHIP on the Canadian system you can choose either the Canadian English ratings or the Canadian French ratings E Canadian English Ratings E Exempt Includes news sports documentaries and other information programming talk shows music videos and variety programming C Children Intended for younger children under the age of 8 years Pays careful attention to themes that could threaten their sense of security and well being C8 Children over 8 years old Contains no portrayal of violence as the preferred acceptable or only way to resolve conflict nor encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on the screen G General Considered acceptable for all age groups Appropriate viewing for the entire family contains very little violence physical verbal or emotional PG Parental Guidance Intended for a general audience but may not Example MPAA TV Guidelines Can English Ratings Can French Ratings Press A Y to adjust the item to your desired be suitable for younger children under the age of 8 because it could position a indicates the item is blocked c
28. k lt 4 or PPI during Pause e Some BD DVD VIDEO discs are not compatible with Pause Frame Advance Playback Slow Playback Slow Playback functions when k lt 4 or py is pressed more than 2 seconds during pause e Press gt to return to normal playback e This function does not work for audio CDs e Reverse Slow Playback cannot be performed for BD VIDEO Disc Playback Repeat Playback of a Title or Chapter Partial Repeat Playback Repeat Playback Repeat Playback of a Specified Part O REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE gogo O O0O00 Fo Ge A SURROUND FLASHBACK EJECT O OJO o ss m O 1 M back the title or To you want to repeat 2 Press DISC MENU e The DISC MENU control screen is displayed gt BD VIDEO we 5 1ch Select GB Enter GID Return 3 Press A Y to select S and then press ENTER 4 Press lt q p to select the type of Repeat Playback e Playback Title Repeats the title currently being played back e Playback Chapter Repeats the chapter currently being played back e Scene Selection Repeats the specified scene of title or chapter Playback Title Scene Selection Playback Chapter e Press RETURN to cancel without setting the type of Repeat Playback e For Audio CD you can select Playing Disc Playing Track and Specify The Part as Repeat Playback options 5 Press ENTER DVD VIDEO DVD R DVD RW AUDIO CD pm al
29. press ENTER to set C M S Hue C M S Saturation C M S Value Color Temp Active Contrast Fine Motion Enhanced Film Mode Digital Noise Reduction 8D Y C Monochrome or Range of OPC 3 Press A V or lt gt to select the desired setting and then press ENTER 4 Press MENU to exit lt button The screen dims gt button The screen brightens For more contrast For more brightness For more color intensity Skin tones become greenish Selected item Backlight For less contrast For less brightness For less color intensity Tint Skin tones become reddish For less For more sharpness sharpness e For resetting all Picture adjustment items to the factory preset values press A V to select Reset press ENTER press lt p to select Yes and then press ENTER OPC Setting Automatically adjusts the brightness of the screen Off The brightness is fixed at the value set in Backlight On Automatically adjusts On Display Displays the OPC effect on the screen while adjusting the brightness of the screen Contrast Brightness Color Sharpness 32 e When set to On the Optical Picture Control OPC senses the surrounding light and automatically adjusts the backlight brightness Make sure nothing obstructs the OPC sensor which could affect its ability to sense surrounding light e When set to On Display OPC effect displays on the screen while the
30. rate 9 600 bps Data length 8 bits Parity bit None Stop bit 1 bit Flow control None E Communication procedure Send the control commands from the PC via the RS 232C connector The TV operates according to the received command and sends a response message to the PC Do not send multiple commands at the same time Wait until the PC receives the OK response before sending the next command E Command table E Command format Fight ASCII codes CR C1 C2 C3 C4 P1 P2 P3 P4 4 T Command 4 digits Parameter 4 digits Return code Command 4 digits Command The text of four characters Parameter 4 digits Parameter 0 9 x blank E Parameter Input the parameter values aligning left and fill with blank s for the remainder Be sure that 4 values are input for the parameter When the input parameter is not within an adjustable range ERR returns Refer to Response code format Any numerical value can replace the x on the table 0 When is input for some commands the 0 009 present setting PTE value responds is do E Response code format Normal response Problem response communication error or incorrect command OJK EIR R Return code 0DH Z Return code 0DH e Commands not indicated
31. the clicking sound on the menu and audio with secondary video in picture in picture mode for BD VIDEO On BD VIDEO that includes secondary audio compatible with Picture in Picture can be played back with secondary audio Off Secondary audio does not output e On is the factory preset value e Select Off when enjoying the high guality sounds of BD VIDEO e You cannot change the Secondary Audio setting during playback E Digital Audio Out You can set Digital Audio Out when connecting to SURROUND equipment Bitstream Select this when connecting to SURROUND equipment with a built in decoder for DOLBY DIGITAL etc Setting to Bitstream will output each audio signal by Bitstream PCM Select this when connecting to 2 channel stereo audio equipment Setting to PCM will output by converting each audio signal into PCM 2 channel audio signal e See page 43 for information on output of next generation audio formats E Dynamic Range Control This lets you adjust the range between the loudest and softest sounds dynamic range for playback at average volume Use this when it is hard to hear dialog Normal The same audio output range is played as the original recorded audio output range Shift When Dolby Digital audio is played back the dynamic range of the audio is adjusted so that the dialog portion can be heard easily If the audio sounds abnormal set to Normal Lower the audio volume before setting I
32. 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 e Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna is EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER connected to the television eguipment be sure the antenna NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI NFPA 70 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 i ANTENNA to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors DISCHARGE UNIT location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding NEG SEGTION 810 20 electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode ELECTRIC SERVICE GROUNDING EQUIPMENT CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 PS2 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE e Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord
33. the steps in reverse order GUICK REFERENCE GUICK INSTALLATION TIPS Using the Remote Control Unit 1 Attach your antenna to the back of the television See page 8 2 Connect the AC plug for the television into the AC outlet m RES e Place the TV close to the AC outlet and keep the power plug within reach gt TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT TOUCH UN INSULATED PARTS OF ANY CABLES WITH THE AC CORD CONNECTED 3 Place the Ferrite core in the space indicated in the below figure and bundle the cords properly with the cable clamp and the cable tie Ferrite core 4 How to turn on the television for the first time A Press POWER on the television POWER B The POWER indicator on the front of the television lights GREEN POWER indicator e Speakers cannot be detached from the TV e The TV can be rotated up to 10 degrees to right and left 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 Remote control sensor E Cautions regarding the remote control unit e Do not expose the remote control unit to shock In addition do not expose the remote control unit to liguids and do not place in an area with high humidity Do not install or place the remote control unit under direct sunlight The heat m
34. 2 S Stretch AV 0 Although it can choose now it is toggle operation in inside i i 3 Zoom AV 4 Stretch AV 5 Normal PC 1 Only available when 4 3 signal is being input i i 6 Zoom PC 7 Stretch PC 5 6 Only available when 4 3 signal is being input H 8 Dot by Dot PC AV 9 Full Screen AV 8 PC Available except when UXGA is being input i i AV Only available when 1080i p is being input i H 9 Only available when 720p is being input MUTE M wi 0 Toggle 1 On 2 Off SURROUND Ai wA 0 Toggle 1 On 2 Off AUDIO SELECTION A i Toggle SLEEP TIMER O a 0 Off 1 OFF TIMER 30 MIN 2 OFF TIMER 60 MIN 3 OFF TIMER 90 MIN 4 OFF TIMER 120 MIN CHANNEL DIRECT D i i The channel number of TV An input change is included if it is not TV display CHANNEL i i 1 135 In Air 2 69ch is effective ANALOG 1 In Cable 1 135ch is effective DIRECT Di ti 0100 9999 DIGITAL Air Two Part numbers 2 digit plus 2 digit CHANNEL D H si 1 999 DIGITAL Cable Two Part numbers 3 digit plus 3 digit DIGITAL i i Front half of DIGITAL CABLE CHANNEL NO Designate major channel D i k i 0 999 DIGITAL Cable Two Part numbers 3 digit plus 3 digit f Rear half of DIGITAL CABLE CHANNEL NC Designate minor channel D c 1 wa 0 9999 DIGITAL Cable One Part numbers 5 digit less than 10 000 Dicitit 0 6383 DIGITAL Cable One Part numbers 5 digit more than 10 000 CH UP CHHiU IP xi_ The channel nu
35. 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 TV POWER Switch the TV power on or enter standby See page 15 DISPLAY Display the channel information When a Blu ray disc is loaded the disc information during playback is displayed SOURCE POWER Turns the power of the external eguipment on and off lt lt b gt gt REC E 11 144 pl Operate the Disc Drive or external eguipment 0 9 Set the channel See page 16 e DOT See pages 16 and 48 INPUT Select a TV input source TV Blu ray INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 INPUT 5 INPUT 6 INPUT 7 INPUT 8 See page 16 VOL Set the volume See page 16 POWER SAVING Select Power Saving settings See page 18 FREEZE Set the still image Press again to return to normal screen See page 16 EXIT Turn off the menu screen OPTION Display the AQUOS LINK MENU screen This button will function only when AGUOS LINK is used See pages 50 to 53 for details REC STOP Stops one touch recording This button will function only when AGUOS LINK is used See pages 50 to 53 for details SLEEP Set the sleep timer See page 16 SURROUND Select Surround settings See page 16 AUDIO Selects the MTS SAP or the audio mode during multi channel audio broadcasts See pages 17 and 28 FUNCTION Switches the remote control for TV BD CBL SAT VCR DVD and AUDIO operation Indicator lights up for the current mode See pages 48 to 49 for details To en
36. 32 Active Contrast Fine Motion Enhan y Film Mode sassen Digital Noise Reduction 3D Y C Page 32 Page 32 Page 33 Page 33 Page 33 Page 33 Page 33 Page 32 Monochrome Range of OPC Audio Menu Treble Page 33 Bass Page 33 Balance Page 33 Surroun Page 33 Bass Enhancer Page 33 Reset Page 33 Power Control Menu Power Saving Blu ray disc Ecology No Signal Off Page 34 Page 34 Page 34 No Operation Off Page 34 Setup Menu EZ Setup Page 35 CH Setup Page 35 Antenna Setup DIGITAL Page 35 Input Skip Page 35 Input Label Page 35 Parental CTRL Pages 37 39 Position Page 36 Page 36 Page 36 Option Menu Blu ray disc Setup zi Pagos 42 45 AQUOS LINK Setup Audio Only Input Select PC Audio Selec Output Select Color System Caption Setup Digital Caption Info Program Title Display Favorite CH Game Play Time Page 51 Page 40 Page 40 Page 40 Page 41 Page 40 Page 41 Page 41 Page 41 Page 41 Page 41 Operation Lock Out Page 41 Demo Mode Page 41 Digital Setup Menu Audio Setup Page 46 Identification Software Update Page 46 ut Pages 46 47 For HDMI PC IN Mode Picture Menu Page 32 Page 32 Page 32 Backlight Contrast Brightness
37. 34567 Yes e f the USB memory device is not properly installed or the correct update file cannot be found on the USB memory device an error message is displayed Check the file on the USB memory device and then reinsert the USB memory device correctly Software update file is not detected in the USB memory device Confirm that you have transferred the file to the USB memory device and retry software update Confirm that you have inserted the USB memory device into the BD STORAGE SERVICE port There is more than one software file In the USB memory device Confirm that only the software update file is in the USB memory device 45 On Screen Display Menu Digital Setup Menu This setting allows you to optimize the settings of Digital broadcasting Example P S 5 FREEZE a E Digital Setup ae Audio Setup e ED D Identification Go FAVORITECH Software Update 5 S 1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen and then press lt p to select Digital Setup 2 Press A Y to select a specific adjustment item and then press ENTER 3 Press A Y or lt gt to select the desired setting and then press ENTER 4 Press MENU to exit Audio Setup You can output digital audio to an AV amplifier or similar device whose DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT terminal is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal on the TV Please select an audio output format compatible with t
38. Calling for Service is 61 PICTURE MONU ai nat as 32 LIMITED WARRANTY toonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnu 61 Ia aa AU aniio naa 32 Advanced Picture Setting w sswwsssws 32 Dimensional Drawings AdO MONU aa 33 e The dimensional drawings for the LCD TV set are shown SUMOUNG awa 33 on the inside back cover Bass Enhancer 33 Power Control Menu 34 Power SAVING creient aneas 34 Blu ray disc Ecology 34 NAS iii 34 No Operation Off 34 Part Names NOTE e The illustrations in this operation manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual operations The examples used throughout this manual are based on the LC 42BD80U model TV Front Remote control sensor OPC sensor See page 32 POWER OPC O 0 0 OPC indicator See page 32 POWER indicator See page 15 Disc slot TI DISC 00000000000000000000000 DISC indicator EJECT button 0 p gt PLAY button M STOP button kaa SKIP REV bu bP SKIP FWD bu BD STORAGE SERVICE terminal NS DC5V 500mA button MENU button INPUT button Channel buttons CHA V Volume buttons VOL NOTE 1 For operation of buttons on the Disc Drive see pages 23 to 27 2 For operation of buttons on the TV see page 31 10 Part Names TV Side Re
39. 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 Trademarks Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR are designed to protect the environment through superior energy efficiency Manufactured under license under U S Patent s 5 451 942 5 956 674 5 974 380 5 978 762 6 487 535 8 other U S and worldwide patents issued amp pending DTS and DTS 2 0 Digital Out are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS Inc 1996 2007 DTS Inc All Rights Reserved js a trademark e DVD is a trademark of DVD Format Logo Licensing Corporation e Java and all Java based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems Inc in the United States and or other countries eLC737hR LCFONT TJLV 734 Yk and LC logo mark are registered trademarks of SHARP Corporation This product is embedded with LC Font technology which was developed by SHARP Corporation for clearly displa
40. HE PERIOD S FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE The warranties given herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser and only for the time periods set forth herein No other representations or promises made by anyone are permitted Correction of defects in the manner and for the period of time described herein shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the Product and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims whether based on contract negligence strict liability or otherwise Sharp does not warrant nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for Products which have been subject to abuse including but not limited to improper voltage accident misuse negligence lack of reasonable care alteration modification tampering misuse improper operation or maintenance or any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than a Sharp authorized servicer Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage Some states do not allow limits on warranties or on remedies for breach in certain transactions in such states the limits herein m
41. LISH LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION ENGLISH OPERATION MANUAL IMPORTANT To aid reporting in case of loss or theft please record the Model No TV s model and serial numbers in the space provided The numbers are located at the rear of the TV 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 eguilateral triangle CAUTION is intended to alert the user to the RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK presence of uninsulated dangerous DO NOT OPEN voltage within the produc s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK The exclamation point within a NA USER KI WA triangle is intended to alert the user REFER SERVICING TO OUALIFIED SERVICE to the presence of important operating and maintenance PERSONNEL ss A servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the product CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT WARNING FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this eguipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the users authority to operate this eguipment CAUTION This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other eguipment
42. ONT e This product is embedded with LC Font technology which was developed by SHARP Corporation for clearly displaying easy to read characters on LCD screens Menu Operation Buttons Using the remote control Using the control panel of the main unit Use the following buttons on the remote control to You can also operate the menu with the control panel operate the menu of the main unit rege vav Button operations on the control panel correspond to the ones on the remote control as shown below o ED 9 MENU MENU on the remote control O P INPUT ENTER on the remote control MENU Press to open or close the menu screen CHA V Cursor A V on the A YW lt 4 p Press to select a desired item on the screen or remote control adjust a selected item ENTER Press to go to the next step or complete the setting RETURN Press to return to the previous step VOL Cursor on the remote control On Screen Display Menu Adjusts the picture to your preference with the following picture settings Example m Picture OPC Off On 12 5145 Contrast 30 0 OZ E 40 Brightness 0 30 nr E 30 Color 30 30 Tint 0 30 x 1 30 On Display Backlight Sharpness 2 10 HEE Mmm 10 Advanced 1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen and then press lt p gt to select Picture 2 Press A Y to select a specific adjustment item e Select Advanced and then
43. OPC adjusts the screen brightness e When set to On or On Display the OPC indicator on the TV lights green Advanced Picture Setting This TV provides various advanced functions for optimizing the picture quality C M S Color Management System Color tone is managed using the six color adjustment setting C M S Hue This is a standard to adjust the color either more reddish or more bluish in tone C M S Saturation Increases or decreases the saturation of a selected color C M S Value A higher value makes the image brighter A lower value makes the image darker e For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset values press A Y to select Reset and then press ENTER Color Temp Color Temperature For a better white balance use color temperature correction High White with bluish tone Mid High Middle 1 Mid Low Low White with reddish tone White balance can be adjusted between a maximum of 30 and a minimum of 30 for each color temperature R Gain 30 through 30 G Gain 30 through 30 B Gain 30 through 30 NOTE e For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset values press A V to select Reset and then press ENTER Active Contrast Automatically adjusts the image contrast according to the scene On Automatically adjusts the image contrast Off No adjustment Fine Motion Enhanced Use Fine Motion Enhanced to view fast action video more clearly On F
44. Page 32 Color Page 32 Tint Page 32 Sharpness Page 32 Advanced C M S Hue Page 32 C M S Saturation Page 32 C M S Value Color Temp Active Contrast Fine Motion Enhance Page 32 Page 32 Page 32 Page 32 Film Mode sr Page 33 Digital Noise Reduction Page 33 Monochrome Page 33 Page 33 Range of OPC Page 32 Audio Menu Treble Page 33 Bass Page 33 Balance Page 33 ng Page 33 Page 33 Bass Enhancer x Page 33 Reset Power Control Menu Power Saving Blu ray disc Ecology No Signal Off Page 34 Page 34 Page 34 No Operation Off S Page 34 Setup Menu Input Skip Page 35 Auto Sync Page 36 Input Label Page 35 Page 36 Page 36 Page 36 Page 36 Fine Sync Position Option Menu Blu ray disc Setup AQUOS LINK Setup Audio Only HDMI Setup PC Audio Select Output Select Game Play Time Pagos 42 45 Page 51 Page 40 Page 40 Page 40 Page 41 Page 41 Operation Lock Out S Page 41 Demo Mode Page 41 Digital Setup Menu Software Update Pages 46 47 e Some menu items may not be displayed depending on the selected input source On Screen Display Menu On Screen Display Menu Operation Example le LCFONT embedded Example O f 1 M Picture
45. Preparation Language Antennas S ONO Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Unit 8 Parental CTRL Parental Control Setting 37 Contents E 9 OPTION Men aneen uzili ln tee 40 Part NAMES ii r r INNNNNN arnasari 10 AUGIO ASA 40 RA En e AAA 10 Color SYST ME metres 40 IW SI AA SR Run 10 Input Select 40 TV Side Rear ceinrenni niaren 11 ADMI SS UD wi 40 Remote Control Unit 12 PGAudio Select serres 40 Connecting to External Equipment 13 OUTPUT SEIOCE sida cousines n 41 Connecting Audiovisual Eguipment 13 Caption SEP init 41 Using Digital Audio Output 14 Digital Caption Info Connecting HDMI Equipment wwwwmmmwma 14 Digital Caption Information lt ww 41 CONNECHING Pia 14 Program Title Display s swsssmemamaaa 41 Watching TV scciciniciseccnnticatasecciecsccsssctaessnatecccnseescasens 15 Game Play TIM sr arabe folk 41 Turning On Off the Power 15 Operation Lock Out 41 a SetU Piciri iennigen 15 Favorite CH Favorite Channel Setting 41 Direct Button Operation 16 Demo Moda ua Wa 41 About DIS OS iii WA 20 Blu ray disc Setup 42 Blu ray DISC ia 20 Digital Setup Menu wwwwwwwmmamwwwmiimawwemiwi 46 Types of Discs that Can Be Used with This TV 20 Audio StU ask kon AT a ie 46 Discs that Cannot Be Used with This TV 20 Identification eect eeeeteetaeeeeeeteee 46 BD VIDEO wawi 21 Software Update
46. R Akai 25 26 37 Audio Broksonic Canon Capehart Craig Curtis Mathis Daewoo DBX Dynatech Emerson Fisher Funai G E Goldstar Hitachi Instant Replay JC Penney 04 06 24 30 JVC 15 41 42 53 Kenwood Lloyds Magnavox Magnin Marantz Memorex 04 10 24 29 Minolta 06 Mitsubishi 17 18 39 40 48 Montgomery Ward 02 43 Multitech 29 NEC 15 22 30 Panasonic 04 44 45 49 50 Pentax 05 06 Philco 04 06 Philips 04 05 08 Pioneer 46 QUASAR 04 RCA 06 07 33 51 Realistic 01 02 10 24 Samsung 23 31 Sanyo 10 14 52 Scott Sears Sharp Shintom Sony Sound Design Sylvania Symphonic Tatung Teac Teknika Thomas TMK Toshiba Video Concepts Yamaha Zenith REMOTE CONTROL CODE DVD BD LD BRAND NUMBER 02 Denon JVC Kenwood Magnavox Marantz Mitsubishi Panasonic Philips Pioneer Proscan RCA Samsung Sharp Sony Toshiba Yamaha Zenith REMOTE CONTROL CODE CATV SAT BRAND NUMBER Anvision 04 05 Cable Star 04 05 Eagle 05 General Instrument 02 03 07 12 13 14 19 22 Jerrold 02 03 07 12 13 14 22 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Magnavox 04 05 09 14 17 18 20 21 24 25 Motorola 47 NEC 42 Oak Sigma 8 Panasonic 16 23 Philips 04 05 09 15 17 18 20 21 24 25 Pioneer 08 10 29 30 43 46 Randtek 04 05 RCA 16 27 44 45 Scientific Atlanta 01 26 Sony 28 Viewstar 04 05 09 15 17 18 20 21 24 25
47. SHARP SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza Mahwah New Jersey 07495 1163 SHARP CORPORATION Printed in Mexico Imprim au Mexique Impreso en M xico TINS EO37WJZZ 09PO2 MX NM nogagzs 97 no8qaa9 91 Nogaazr 91 TVNNYM NOI1VH3d0 101dW53 4 IAOW NOIOVYsdO AG 1VNNVN davHs SHARP AQUOS LC 42BD80U LC 46BD80U LC 52BD80U LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION TELEVISEUR ACL TELEVISOR CON PANTALLA DE CRISTAL LIQUIDO OPERATION MANUAL MODE D EMPLOI MANUAL DE OPERACION S dts I DOLBY 2 0 Digital Out DIGITAL EX G2 1080P X ge RW Blu ray Dist VIDEO DIGITAL AUDIO COMPATIBLE Java DIV HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE ENGLISH FRANCAIS ESPANOL IMPORTANT Please read this operation manual before starting operating the equipment IMPORTANT Veuillez lire ce mode d emploi avant de commencer utiliser l appareil IMPORTANTE Lea este manual de operaci n antes de comenzar a operar el equipo Dimensional Drawings Unit inch mm LC 52BD80U 49 3 8 1254 45 9 16 1157 0 T gt T 6 o o 8 a 3 8 28 21 7 64 536 L Z S 5 1 4 5 3 32 n 15 3 4 400 033 07 5 23 32 145 gt t 15 3 4 400 LC 42BD80U LC 46BD80U LC 52BD80U ENG
48. TV should be mounted on the wall only with the wall mount bracket AN 52AG4 SHARP The use of other wall mount brackets may result in an unstable installation and may cause serious injuries e 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 e You can ask a qualified service professional about using an optional AN 52AG4 bracket to mount the TV on the wall e Carefully read the instructions that come with the bracket before beginning work Hanging on the wall About setting the TV angle AN 52AG4 wall mount bracket See the bracket instructions for details Pe epee e The c position is at the center of the display it LC 46BD80U TT n e The b position is at the center of the display LC 52BD80U e The P position is at the center of the display e Refer to the operation manual of AN 52AG4 for details e Install the TV vertically on the wall If the TV is installed at an angle the Disc Drive may not operate normally e Detach the cable clamp on the rear of the TV when using the optional mount bracket e 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
49. U BD HP50U 52 AQUOS LINK Recorder EPG Top menu title list Media change By AQUOS AUDIO SP By AGUOS SP Sound mode change Setup menu Model select VOL CH POWER o FREEZE MENU EXIT S U o o FAVORITECH REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE OO O Timer Recording You can call up the CEC compatible recorder s EPG and preset timer recordings using the TV s remote control 1 Press OPTION to display the AQUOS LINK MENU screen 2 Press A Y to select Recorder EPG and then press ENTER e The recorder s EPG is displayed 3 Select the program to record e You can use A Y lt ENTER RETURN EXIT and the coloured buttons e This function works only when a CEC compatible recorder is connected e Refer to the operation manual of the recorder for details Using AGUOS LINK Playback of Titles Using AQUOS LINK This section explains how to play back a title in the AQUOS LINK compatible equipment 1 Power on the AQUOS LINK compatible equipment and select appropriate external input 2 Press OPTION to display the AQUOS LINK MENU screen 3 Press A Y to select Top menu title list and then press ENTER e The title list data from the connected AQUOS LINK compatible equipment displays 4 Select the title with A V lt p gt and then press gt to start playback e This function works only when AQUOS LINK compatible eguipment is connected Selecting Me
50. a message appears follow the instructions in the message up a menu e A MiniDisc MD recorder is e f the pauses between tracks on the CD are short the track numbers on the MD connected to the TV via a digital may be different link When recording songs e In cases such as when tracks were specified using an on screen menu the track from a CD onto MD the track numbers on the MD may be different numbers are incorrect Cautions regarding use in high and low temperature environments e When the unit is used in a low temperature space e g room office the picture may leave trails or appear slightly delayed This is not a malfunction and the unit will recover when the temperature returns to normal e Do not leave the unit in a hot or cold location Also do not leave the unit in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near a heater as this may cause the cabinet to deform and the Liquid Crystal panel to malfunction Storage temperature 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C Appendix RS 232C Port Specifications m PC control of the TV e Attach an RS 232C cable cross type commercially available to the supplied Din D Sub RS 232C for the connections e This operation system should be used by a person who is accustomed to using computers E Communication conditions Set the RS 232C communication settings on the PC to match the TV s communication conditions The TV s communication settings are as follows Baud
51. ack may be impossible due to the state of the disc recording a scratched warped or dirty disc the state of the pick up or compatibility issues between this TV and the disc being used e BD discs with video material recorded on other recorders using long play mode may not play in this TV e When the recorded time of a disc is unusually short playback may not be possible e The TV cannot play back video which was not recorded normally e Some commercially available BD VIDEO and DVD VIDEO discs contain the soundtrack as used during TV broadcast of the material During parts where there is no dubbed sound the TV will switch to the original soundtrack which may result in a change in language e If the BD VIDEO or DVD VIDEO disc contains viewing restrictions according to age level Parental Control playback may be inhibited For BD VIDEO stop playback and disable Parental Control for the respective age level For DVD VIDEO enter the 4 digit password number and select a suitable Parental Control level from the menu e Check the region code indicated on the disc package BD VIDEO and DVD VIDEO discs have a Region Code which specifies in which geographical region the disc can be played In North America the following discs can be played BD VIDEO Discs with Region Code A or no Region Code DVD VIDEO Discs with Region Code ALL or 1 e PAL or SECAM format BD VIDEO discs cannot be played in this TV e With discs edite
52. ar INPUT 5 terminal HDMI AC INPUT terminal INPUT 3 terminals SERVICE terminal INPUT 7 terminal HDMI INPUT 8 terminal HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal AUDIO OUTPUT terminals R AUDIO L RS 232C A VIDEO COMPO 10101 NENT ANT CABLE Antenna Cable in 9 9 O INPUT 1 terminals INPUT 2 terminals RS 282C terminal INPUT 4 terminal PC IN AUDIO terminal shared for INPUT 4 and INPUT 6 4 INPUT 6 terminal HDMI 4 See pages 13 and 14 for external eguipment connection 2 The Disc Drive has an ETHERNET terminal With a future firmware update vou will be able to enjoy additional contents by downloading them via the Internet For the BD VIDEO discs compatible with BD LIVE 3 See page 7 for connecting the AC cord 4 See page 40 for details on the PC Audio Select function Part Names Remote Control Unit e When using the remote control unit point it at the TV 12 1 17 VED AUDIO 2 gs SOURCE 18 19 20 D 21 22 23 10 o e 24 8 25 11 L ya FAVORITE CH 27 ha 1 O it 9g SLEEP AUDIO AVMODE a 1458556l z SURROUND FLASHBACK EJECT DISC MENU ANGLE 30 15 1 L _ 31 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
53. ay cause deformation of the remote control unit e 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 IMPORTANT The POWER indicator on the television should light GREEN indicating you have power to the television f the POWER indicator on the television still does not light up press TV POWER on the remote control to turn the power on IMPORTANT F THE UNIT DOES NOT POWER ON UNPLUG THE TELEVISION FROM THE OUTLET AND REPEAT THE NSTALLATION STEPS F YOU STILL ENCOUNTER NO POWER PLEASE CONTACT US AT 1 800 BE SHARP EN Preparation 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 0hm coaxial cable with an F type connector plug it into the antenna terminal at the rear of the TV set r r type connector mm 1 75 ohm coaxial cable round EE AA 300 ohm twin lead cable flat 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 M
54. ay not apply THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY 50 UNITED STATES THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND PUERTO RICO Model Specific Section Your Product Model Number amp Description LC 42BD80U LC 46BD80U LC 52BD80U LCD Color Television Be sure to have this information available when you need service for your Product Warranty Period for this Product One 1 year parts and labor from the date of purchase Additional Exclusions from In order for the Product to be serviced the Product must be readily available Warranty Coverage if any to the servicer free and clear of any complex or non standard installation mounting or other encumbrance which would unreasonably interfere with servicing the Product The Servicer will remount the Product after service provided that such remounting is not into a complex or non standard installa tion Any additional labor and materials required to remove and or reinstall a Product above and beyond the foregoing are not covered by this warranty may result in additional charges and are the responsibility of the consumer Image Retention resulting from a fixed image being displayed for long periods of time is not covered by this Limited Warranty see Operation Manual on how to prevent this Where to Obtain Service From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States To find the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer please call Sharp toll free at 1 800 BE SHARP
55. been simultaneously shot from a number of different angles the same scene is shot from the front from the left side from the right side etc H Region code This indicates the region code playable region code The Icons Used in This Operation Manual BD VIDEOJ Indicates the functions that can be performed for BD VIDEO discs BD RE J Indicates the functions that can be performed for BD RE discs BD R Indicates the functions that can be performed for BD R discs DVD VIDEO Indicates the functions that can be performed for DVD VIDEO discs DVD RW Indicates the functions that can be performed for DVD RW discs DVD R Indicates the functions that can be performed for DVD R discs AUDIO CD Indicates the functions that can be performed for Audio CDs About Discs Disc Precautions Be Careful of Scratches and Dust e BD DVD and CD discs are sensitive to dust fingerprints and especially scratches A scratched disc may not be able to be plaved back Handle discs with care and store them in a safe place Proper Disc Storage Place the disc in the center of the disc case and store Q LI IN the case and disc upright RY Avoid storing discs in locations subject to direct sath sunlight close to heating x Es appliances or in locations of s Ye high humidity Do not drop discs or subject K 7 them to strong vibrations or x
56. c is inserted or when the input source is switched to Blu ray Disable Power to Disc Drive is turned on when TV power is turned on No Signal Off When set to Enable the power will automatically shut down if there is no signal for 15 minutes e When it is 5 minutes before the power shuts down the remaining time will start to keep appearing every minute e Disable is the factory preset value e When a TV program finishes this function may not operate No Operation Off When set to Enable the power will automatically shut down if there is no operation for 3 hours e When it is 5 minutes before the power shuts down the remaining time will start to keep appearing every minute e Disable is the factory preset value On Screen Display Menu Example Ww Setup EZ Setup VOL CH POWER sl Os FREEZE MENU CH Setup O gam Antenna Setup DIGITAL G T 9 HSE EXIT CP O Parental CTRL FAVORITECH Position English Language Reset 1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen and then press lt q p to select Setup 2 Press A Y to select a specific adjustment item and then press ENTER e When you select EZ Setup CH Setup Parental CTRL or Reset you can enter the 4 digit secret number here See page 37 for setting a secret number 3 Press A Y or lt gt to select the desired setting and then press ENTER 4 Press MENU
57. cable input the audio signal to the AUDIO terminal of INPUT 6 When you input the audio signal via the AUDIO terminal with INPUT 6 set PC Audio Select to Input 6 HDMI See page 40 e To enjoy the AQUOS 1080p display capability connect your Blu ray disc player or other external equipment using an HDMI certified cable and set the eguipment to 1080p output Connecting a PC When connecting to a PC with an analog RGB terminal INPUT 4 3 5 mm stereo minijack cable commercially available ANALOG RGB PC IN RGB cable gt commercially available HDMI certified cable commercially available e When connecting a PC to the INPUT 4 set PC Audio Select to Input 4 PC See page 40 e When connecting a PC to the INPUT 6 set PC Audio Select to Input 6 HDMI See page 40 e The HDMI terminals only support digital signal e Refer to page 60 for a list of PC signals compatible with the TV 14 Watching TV On Off the Power Press POWER on the TV or TV POWER on the remote control unit to turn the power on 1 e POWER indicator Green The TV is on After a few seconds a window POWER appears with sound e 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 For changing the settings of the initial se
58. channel Select Register and then press ENTER Press A V lt gt to select the position in the category and then press ENTER to register To delete your favorite channel Select 1 Data Clear and then press ENTER Press 4A V lt b to select the channel you want to delete and then press ENTER Select Yes and then press ENTER To delete all the favorite channels select All Data Clear e Before setting the channel select the channel you want to register as a favorite channel e You can display the Favorite CH screen by pressing FAVORITE on the remote control Demo Mode You can select the image from several types of demo mode Blu ray Demo 120Hz Demo 10 bit Demo Feature Demo Auto Play If you select Auto Play you need to set playback type Continuous Play Demos continuously 10 min Play Demos every 10 minutes 20 min Play Demos every 20 minutes e This function will be canceled when you press EXIT on the remote control unit e When Demo Mode is set to Feature Demo pressing FREEZE pauses restarts demo e Demo Mode may not be selected depending on input signal type e Demo Mode may be automatically canceled depending on input signal type On Screen Display Menu Blu ray disc Setup Audio Video Settings E Play Format Set the playback setting for content recorded in 24Hz Auto The content is played back in 24Hz Off The content is played back in 60Hz M Secondary Audio This toggles
59. d by the display manufacturer and or listed by an independent laboratory such as UL CSA ETL e Follow all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers e f you have any doubts about your ability to safely install your flat panel display contact your retailer about professional installation e Make sure that the wall where you are mounting the display is appropriate Some wall mounts are not designed to be mounted to walls with steel studs or old cinder block construction If you are unsure contact a professional installer e A minimum of two people are required for installation Flat panel displays can be heavy Note CEA is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the 161 billion U S consumer electronics industry More than 2 200 companies enjoy the benefits of CEA im Elecro Kuidai membership including legislative advocacy market research technical training and education www CE org safety industry promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships Supplied Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product Remote control unit AAA size battery AC cord Cable clamp x 1 Stand unit Operation manual x1 x1 Cable tie X 1 X1 x1 Page 7 Page 7 Page 7 Page 6 N Always use the AC cord supplied with the TV e To avoid scratching the frame or screen please use a soft lint free cloth for cleaning Approved c
60. d in another recorder playlist content exceeding 12 hours cannot be played e Some DVD R DL dual layer discs cannot be played e The resume function will no longer work if the disc was removed e Also in some other cases the resume function may not work depending on the disc and the playback circumstances e f the TV is connected to audio equipment via a digital link switch the soundtrack at the amplifier If the amplifier has no suitable function for this use an analog connection and switch the soundtrack at this TV e Take out the disc and then load the disc again e Turn power off the main power and then turn power on again e Characters in title names of material created on other equipment that cannot be displayed by this TV are shown as asterisks such as Appendix e Still image playback or frame e Frame advance playback on discs other than DVD RW R VR format may not work advance playback does not properly work properly e Some commercially available BD VIDEO and DVD VIDEO discs are not compatible with still image playback or frame advance playback On BD VIDEO discs frame reverse playback does not work Fast forward reverse Search Depending on the disc and the scene being played the speed of fast forward may does not work properly not be as described in this manual Search across different titles is not possible Except for audio CDs the TV will switch to playback mode for BD and DVD discs Slow
61. device 7 Press ENTER to start updating e The screen becomes dark for a while until the update screen can be displaved Please wait for the update screen to appear Do not unplug the AC cord The picture will temporarily go dark until the Software Update display appears Wait several minutes and do not unplug the AC cord Example Now updating A Do not unplug AC cord Update Version UXXXXXX2 e Do not remove the USB memory device or unplug the AC cord while the software is being updated 8 When the software is successfully updated a screen is displayed indicating that the update process is completed After this screen is displayed the TV automatically turns off and then turns on again Example Software update is complete UXXXXX X2 Update Version e lf the update has failed check the file in the USB memory device and try Software Update again Failed to complete update Retry Software Update If system Update fails again contact the customer service center 9 After the screen shown below is displayed press ENTER System software was successfully updated Remove the USB memory device 10 Remove the USB memory device Other Viewing Options Presetting Remote Control Function Operating the Connected Eguipment You can operate the connected AV products AV receiver cable box SAT tuner DTV VCR DVD LD using the presetting manufacturer function of your remote contr
62. dia Type for CEC Compatible Recorder You can switch the media HDD or DVD for playback or recording on the AQUOS LINK compatible recorder 1 Press OPTION to display the AQUOS LINK MENU screen 2 Press A Y to select Media change and then press ENTER 3 Select the desired media such as DVD or HDD e The Media type toggles each time you press ENTER in Media change e Select the media to be operated by the player Listening with the AQUOS AUDIO Speaker System You can select to listen to the TV sound only from the AGUOS LINK compatible audio system and manually change its sound mode 1 Press OPTION to display the AQUOS LINK MENU screen 2 Press A Y to select By AQUOS AUDIO SP and then press ENTER e The sound from the TV speaker is muted and only the sound from the AQUOS LINK compatible audio system is audible e You can use VOL and MUTE Select By AQUOS SP and then press ENTER to listen to the TV sound Manually Changing AQUOS AUDIO Speaker System s Sound Mode 1 Press OPTION to display the AQUOS LINK MENU screen 2 Press A Y to select Sound mode change and then press ENTER e The sound mode changes each time you press ENTER e Refer to the operation manual of the AQUOS LINK compatible audio system for details Displaying the Setup Menu of AQUOS LINK Compatible Eguipment You can call up a setup menu from the connected AGUOS LINK compatible eguipment 1 Press OPTION to d
63. disc can be played This product s region code is A for BD and 1 for DVD Discs marked ALL will play in any player e BD DVD VIDEO operations and functions may be different from the explanations in this manual and some operations may be prohibited due to disc manufacturer s settings e fa menu screen or operating instructions are displayed during playback of a disc follow the operating procedure displayed e The audio component of a DVD VIDEO recorded at 96 kHz Linear PCM will be output as 48 kHz audio during playback e Playback for some of the discs in the left side column tables may not be possible depending on the disc e Finalize refers to a recorder processing a recorded disc so that it will play in other DVD players recorders as well as this TV Only finalized DVD discs will play back in this TV This TV does not have a function to finalize discs Discs that Cannot Be Used with This TV E The following discs cannot be played back or will not play back properly on this TV If such a disc is mistakenly played back speaker damage may occur Never attempt to play back these discs CDG Video CD Photo CD CD ROM CD TEXT SVCD SACD PD CDV CVD DVD RAM DVD Audio BD RE with the cartridge CD MP3 CD WMA D Region code DEO AVALL A B C 065 BD RE DL BD R DL Audio Video Movie 12 cm 57 BDMV BDAV Video format Audio Video Movie Region code VIDEO
64. djust the direction of the antenna to obtain the maximum signal strength Signal Strength The signal strength of DIGITAL channel is displayed The signal information is based on the current channel Channel Strength Input the 2 digit channel number to check the signal strength of the selected channel Make sure the signal is strong enough for each channel e This function is available for DIGITAL Air only This setting allows you to skip the HDMI or PC IN Input Input 4 PC Input 5 HDMI Input 6 HDMI Input 7 HDMI and Input 8 HDMI on the Input Selection operation Yes Skips the input No Does not skip input Input Label Lets you set the input terminal displayed when using the INPUT SOURCE menu or channel display Press A V lt to select the new name for the input mode e You cannot change labels if the INPUT SOURCE is TV or Blu ray 35 On Screen Display Menu Auto Sync for Analog PC Input Mode Only For automatically adjusting the PC image Yes Auto Sync starts and Now adjusting the image displays No This function does not work e When Auto Sync is successful Completed displays If not Auto Sync failed e Auto Sync may fail even if Completed displays e Auto Sync may fail if the computer image has low resolution has unclear black edges or is moved while executing Auto Sync e Be sure to connect the PC to the TV and switch it on before starting Auto Sync
65. e f you select Analog Search Start and initiate the channel search the CH Memory for Cable Digital will be deleted If initial setup does not memorize all the channels in your region follow the instructions below to manually memorize the channels Air Cable Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV when selecting Air or Cable CH Search Channel auto search makes the TV look for all channels viewable in the set area CH Memory You can select the channels to skip in each ANALOG Air ANALOG Cable DIGITAL Air and DIGITAL Cable On Skips channels Channel selection disabled using CH N V Off Does not skip channels Channel selection enabled using CHN V Remove Scrambled CH This function makes the TV look for and then delete digital cable channels that are scrambled and so unavailable in the set area The process may take more than 20 minutes Yes Starts to remove scrambled channels No This function does not work e See Initial Setup on page 15 for setting each item e f no channel is found confirm the type of connection made with your TV and try channel search again e If you select Analog Search Start and initiate the channel search the CH Memory for Cable Digital will be deleted Antenna Setup DIGITAL In order to receive digital air broadcasts you need a digital broadcast antenna You can confirm the antenna configuration through the Antenna Setup DIGITAL screen If necessary a
66. e 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 The breaking of internal circuit etc F type connector 75 ohm coaxial cable Connecting Antenna Cable e Connect the antenna cable to the TV using one of the methods in the illustration as shown 1 or Home Antenna terminal 75 ohm D a Coaxial cable commercially available Cable TV lead In k 75 ohm coaxial cable round k 75 ohm coaxial cable round 300 75 ohm adapter 300 0hm twin lead cable flat commercially avaliable L SR Cable without a CATV converter 2 VHF UHF antenna Home Antenna terminal 75 ohm Coaxial cable commercially available Combination VHF UHF antenna Separate VHF UHF antenna ANT CABLE VHF UHF ANTENNA ANTENNA E 300 ohm twin lead cable 300 ohm twin lead cable x IN OUT p Combiner commercially available or 75 ohm coaxial cable To TV antenna terminal Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Unit 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 N a h e Place the batteries wit
67. e start of the chapter currently playing Each time you press it you move back to the start of the previous chapter DVD 5 0 9 CBL SAT e DOT SAT e Press a button or buttons that corresponds to the channel that you wish to watch sp e Starts playback VCR DVD 7 gt gt e Rapidly advances the tape and allows picture search VCR e Hold down to fast forward DVD 811 Sets pauses and still pictures VCR DVD 9 e Stops the tape transport VCR e Playback stops when pressed With some DVD players pressing the button twice may open the disc tray DVD 10 pyl e Pressing quickly once takes you to the start of the next chapter Each time you press it you move ahead to the start of the next chapter DVD 11 CHA V e Press CHA or CHV to tune in to a higher or lower channel CBL e Press to select the channel of the TV tuner on the VCR VCR 12 MENU e When this button is pressed the DVD menu will display 13 A V lt ENTER A V lt gt Press the button to select items on the SAT GUIDE screen or SAT MENU screen SAT Press the button to select items on the DVD MENU screen DVD e ENTER Press to activate the selected function SAT DVD 14 FLASHBACK e Press to switch between the current channel and the channel you were watching immediately before Some manufacturers do not preset FLASHBACK CBL Other Viewing Options Manufacturer codes REMOTE CONTROL CODE VCR BRAND NUMBE
68. eater entertainment experience is a growing trend and larger flat panel displays are popular purchases However flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer s recommendations e Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers bookcases shelves desks speakers chests or carts may fall over and cause injury THIS MANUFACTURER CARES e The consumer electronics industry is committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe TUNE INTO SAFETY One size does NOT fit all Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for the safe installation and use of your flat panel display e Garefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for proper use of this product e Don t allow children to climb on or play with furniture and television sets e Don t place flat panel displays on furniture that can easily be used as steps such as a chest of drawers e Remember that children can become excited while watching a program especially on a larger than life flat panel display Care should be taken to place or install the display where it cannot be pushed pulled over or knocked down e Care should be taken to route all cords and cables connected to the flat panel display so that they cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children WALL MOUNTING IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANE DISPLAY ALWAYS e Use a mount that has been recommende
69. ed contents e Data which has been saved to the Disc Drive s internal memory game score etc will also be deleted 6 Press lt p to select Yes and then press ENTER 7 Start the process e The screen for the current operation will display Complete 8 Press ENTER Software Update This function allows software updates by inserting a USB memory device with the update file into the BD STORAGE SERVICE terminal on the Disc Drive of this TV To check for the availability of a software update visit www sharpusa com If you have any questions please call 1 800 BE SHARP 800 237 4277 9 FREEZE MENU eee rez de 9 V a RETURN S D TMLEUST a D 5 e Do not remove the USB memory device or unplug the AC cord while the software is being updated e Do not use a USB extension cable when connecting a USB memory device to the BD STORAGE SERVICE terminal on the Disc Drive of this TV e Using a USB extension cable may prevent the Disc Drive from performing correctly 1 Insert the USB memory device with the update file into the BD STORAGE SERVICE terminal on the Disc Drive of this TV 2 Press MENU to display the MENU screen and then press lt p to select Option 3 Press A Y to select Blu ray disc Setup and then press ENTER On Screen Display Menu 4 Press A Y to select Software Update and then press ENTER e f you have not yet set the password g
70. ed from this TV during playback of Virtual Package playback of the disc will stop e Some time may be required for the data to load read write See page 44 for deletion of the Virtual Package data copied to the USB memory device DVD R RW BD RE R Playback DVD R DVD RW BD RE BD R You can play back a recorded disc finalized DVD disc e TWBD VOR AUDIO a causa ov FUNCTION o O g LIGHT de ED s EXIT 6 Ss Ce FAVORITECH 1 Load a recorded disc e The Title List screen is displayed e When more than seven titles are displayed switch pages by pressing or PPI o ESS m U Program 1 5 21 Fri 9 30AM 110Min From Old Sorting Playlist Co Functions Dinformation of selected title Title Name Recording Date Recording Duration 9 Caption for Color Button 2 Press A Y to select the title and then press ENTER e Playback of the selected title will begin You can play back by pressing p gt instead of pressing ENTER 3 Press INto stop playback e Finalize refers to a recorder processing a recorded disc so that it will play in other DVD players recorders as well as this TV Only finalized DVD discs will play back in this TV This TV does not have a function to finalize discs Playback by Selecting a Playlist 1 Loadarecorded disc 2 Press TOP MENU TITLE LIST e The Title List screen is displayed 3 Pres
71. em 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 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 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 e Do not insert foreign objects into the product Inserting objects in the air vents or other openings may result in fire or electric shock Exercise special caution when using the product around children Precautions when transporting the TV e When transporting the TV never carry it by holding or otherwise putting pressure onto the display Be sure to always carry the TV by two people holding it with two hands one hand on each side of the TV IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CHILD SAFETY It Makes A Difference How and Where You Use Your Flat Panel Display Congratulations on your purchase As you enjoy your new product please keep these safety tips in mind THE ISSUE e The home th
72. equipment other than the AQUOS LINK compatible recorder selected in Selecting Recorder or other external input eguipment pressing REC on the remote control does not start recording 2 Press REC STOP to stop recording Using AGUOS LINK AGUOS LINK Menu AGUOS LINK allows you to operate the HDMI connected eguipment with one remote control SOURCE LIGHT eae oO ee Press to start playing back a title e The last played program is played back You can use the following buttons during broadcast viewing Buttons Description SOURCE Turns the power of the HDMI connected POWER devices on and off Hold down to go in reverse Starts playback Hold down to fast forward Playback stops Sets pauses and still pictures Pressing quickly once takes you to the start of the chapter currently playing Each time you press it you move back to the start of the previous chapter Pressing quickly once takes you to the start of the next chapter Each time you press it you move ahead to the start of the next chapter e You can use p gt to control playback on connected HDMI equipment When the connected HDMI equipment is not playing back video this button controls playback on the Disc Drive on the TV e You can use k44 bplonliy when the model BD HP21U is connected The buttons k lt 4 byl do not function with the following BD players currently available BD HP20
73. ess ENTER Press MENU to exit This function allows vou to set the Power Saving level in order to decrease the power consumption and increase the backlight lifespan Standard Optimizes power reduction based upon video content When set to Standard A appears on the screen Advanced Optimizes power reduction based upon video content and engages OPC When set to Advanced n appears on the screen Off This function does not work e Power Saving does not function when you set AV MODE to DYNAMIC Fixed e You cannot select a different Power Saving item for each AV MODE When Power Saving is set the OPC settings for all AV Modes will automatically change If you set OPC to On when Power Saving is set to Standard then the Power Saving setting will change to Advanced When you change the Power Saving setting from m al to Off or to Standard OPC will be set to Off DYNAMIC Fixed will remain set to Off e When Power Saving is set to Standard or Advanced the Power Saving leaf icon appears to the left of OPC in the Picture menu screen e You can select Power Saving by pressing POWER SAVING on the remote control unit See page 18 RB N 34 Blu ray disc Ecology You can control the power on off status of the Disc Drive when power to the TV is on Enable Power to Disc Drive is turned on when a dis
74. f you do not do so the speakers may emit a loud sound or excessive output may be applied to the speakers 42 Playback Setting E Parental Control This lets you set the Parental Control depending on the disc content The available Parental Control Levels are shown below The 4 digit password number needs to be entered before the Parental Control Levels and the Country Code are set The Parental Control Levels and the Country Code cannot be set if a password has not been created or the password is not entered For DVD VIDEO 8 and Off All DVD VIDEO can be plaved 1 7 Prohibits play of DVD VIDEO with corresponding ratings recorded on them For BD ROM No Limit All BD VIDEO can be played 0 99 year s Prohibits play of BD VIDEO with corresponding ratings recorded on them Country Code Set the Country Code Refer to the Country Code List see page 43 because the ratings differ according to the country E Disc Language Disc Priority Language This lets you select the language for subtitles audio and menus displayed on the screen Subtitle Refer to the Language List See page 43 Audio Refer to the Language List See page 43 Menu Refer to the Language List and the Language Code List See page 43 E Angle Mark Display This lets you turn the Angle Mark Display on or off when DVD VIDEO recorded with multiple angles is plaved back Yes The Angle Mark is displayed in the lower right screen No The Angle Mark is no
75. h 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 e Do not mix batteries of different types Different types of batteries have different characteristics e 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 e Remove batteries as soon as they are 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 e The batteries supplied with this product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions e If you will not be using the remote control unit for an extended period of time remove batteries from it 8 Contents IMPORTANT INFORMATION oronnnnnnnnnnnn 1 Seli Ma 35 Trade maki iii 2 EZ SO nt tp 35 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER mens 3 CH SETUP sirini sat stereo ann rss 35 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Antenna Setup DIGITAL 35 Supplied AccessoriesS suuranzznnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 6 MOUT o en a aiaa 35 QUICK REFERENCE ooronnnnnninnnnnn nen 6 IA DUT Labeli eN 35 Attaching the Stand 6 Auto Sync for Analog PC Input Mode Only 36 QUICK INSTALLATION TIPS 7 PING SYNCS E E aa 36 Using the Remote Control Unit 7 UA
76. he HDMI equipment selected as the current input source If the equipment does not operate turn on the equipment and select the appropriate input source using INPUT You can operate AQUOS LINK compatible devices with the remote control unit when the FUNCTION of the remote control unit is set to TV BD SOURCE LIGHT a REC STOP and OPTION buttons will function only when AGUOS LINK is used E One Touch Play While the TV is in standby mode it automatically turns on and plays back the image from the HDMI source M One Touch Recording Press REC while you are viewing a broadcast received with the AQUOS LINK compatible recorder The AQUOS LINK automatically recognizes the connected HDMI device and starts recording M Single remote control The AQUOS LINK automatically recognizes the connected HDMI device and gt nich i 2 you can control the TV and the devices as if using a universal remote control ua S M Control the AQUOS LINK compatible audio system 8558 Set the volume of AQUOS LINK compatible audio system e The above description is an example of the AQUOS LINK function e The steps in AQUOS LINK Setup on page 51 need to be completed beforehand e Refer to this operation manual and the operation manual of the AQUOS LINK device to be used with this TV e You can use p gt to control playback on connected HDMI equipment When the connected HDMI equipment is not playing back video
77. he TV when there is condensation may cause malfunction 22 Copyright e Audio visual material may consist of copyrighted works which must not be recorded without the authority of the owner of the copyright Refer to relevant laws in your country This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited U S Patent Nos 6 836 549 6 381 747 7 050 698 6 516 132 and 5 583 936 Disc Playback This section explains playback of commercially available BD VIDEO and DVD VIDEO discs like movies CDs and recorded DVD RW R discs Loading a Disc Insert the disc into the disc slot e The label side of the disc must face towards the front of the TV towards vou e When inserting a dual sided DVD the side you want to play must face towards the rear of the TV away from vou Disc slot The label side of the disc e Playback may begin automatically depending on the disc e The menu may be displayed first depending on the disc Perform playback operation by following the directions on the screen e In the following cases the disc will be ejected automatically When a disc using an incompatible standard o
78. he audio format of the program you are watching and the eguipment connected PCM The optical output terminal outputs audio signal in PCM form If your digital audio system does not support Dolby Digital select PCM Dolby Digital The optical output terminal outputs audio signal in Dolby Digital form It reproduces sound from surround program of digital ldentification The current version of the TV software is displayed 46 Software Update This function allows software updates by inserting a USB memory device with the update file into the SERVICE terminal on the TV To check for the availability of a software update visit www sharpusa com If you have any guestions please call 1 800 BE SHARP 800 237 4277 a 7 m O De Le 9 2 5 O can O FAVORITEGH 3 i e Do not remove the USB memory device or unplug the AC cord while the software is being updated e Be sure to properly follow the whole procedure described below step by step Otherwise for example the TV cannot read the data in the USB memory device and software updating will fail 1 Insert the USB memory device with the update file into the SERVICE terminal on the TV 2 Press MENU to display the MENU screen and then press lt p gt to select Digital Setup 3 Press A Y to select Software Update and then press ENTER e f you have already set the Secret No go to step 4
79. ices Example If a program has three services Digital CC ENG CCT and Text1 the closed caption display will toggle in this sequence EN EN EI EC T The CC button keeps a record of the last service selected in its memory If the last closed caption mode e g 1 3 ENG you selected is not available for the next program or on another channel the closed caption service that is available is automatically selected and this service appears in parentheses e g 1 3 CC1 Closed Caption services that appear in parentheses will not be stored in the CC button s memory as your last selected service Only services that you have selected with the CC button are stored Examples In a case where there are two closed caption services provided for instance Digital CC ENG and CC1 and Digital CC ENG is displayed as your current selection if Digital CC ENG is not broadcast for the next program the other closed caption service CC1 will be displayed in parentheses A closed caption service appears in parentheses because the service you selected is not available and a different service is displayed on your screen 1 1 CC1 is displayed instead of 1 2 ENG e When Power Saving is set to Standard or Advanced the Power Saving leaf icon appears on the channel information window See page 34 for details of Power Saving settings e See page 41 for detailed closed caption settings e When the program co
80. ing back a disc See pages 23 to 29 for details FLASHBACK Return to the previous channel or external input mode See page 16 Connecting to External Eguipment You can connect many types of external eguipment to your TV like a Blu ray disc player DVD player VCR Digital TV tuner HDMI eguipment game console or camcorder To view external source images select the input source from INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV See page 16 e To protect eguipment always turn off the TV before connecting any external eguipment e Please read the relevant operation manual Blu ray disc player etc carefully before making connections Connecting Audiovisual Eguipment You can use the INPUT 1 INPUT 2 or INPUT 3 terminals when connecting to a Blu ray disc player DVD player a Digital TV STB Air or Cable VCR game console and camcorder When using composite cable INPUT 1 or 3 Blu ray disc plaver DVD player Digital TV STB VCR Game console Camcorder AV cable commercially available VIDEO Yellow AUDIO L White AUDIO R Red When using component cable INPUT 1 or 2 Blu ray disc player DVD player Digital TV STB Component video cable commercially available Audio cable commercially available AUDIO L White AUDIO R Red When using S VIDEO cable INPUT 2 VCR Game console Ca
81. isplay the AQUOS LINK MENU screen 2 Press 4 Y to select Setup menu and then press ENTER e The setup menu of the AQUOS LINK compatible equipment is displayed e Depending on the status of the equipment recording or in standby mode etc the setup menu will not be displayed e This function works only when the model BD HP21U or BD HPSOU is connected e The setup menu will not be displayed with the player BD HP20U currently available HDMI Device Selection If multiple HDMI devices are connected in a daisy chain you can specify which device to control here 1 Press OPTION to display the AQUOS LINK MENU screen 2 Press A Y to select Model select and then press ENTER The HDMI device toggles each time you press ENTER Appendix Removing the Stand e Before detaching or attaching the stand unplug the AC cord from the AC INPUT terminal e Do not remove the stand from the TV unless using an optional wall mount bracket to mount it Before attaching detaching the stand Before performing work make sure to turn off the TV e Before performing work spread cushioning over the base area to lay the TV on This will prevent it from being damaged Unfasten the four screws used to secure the stand in Detach the stand from the TV Hold the stand so it place will not drop from the edge of the base area e To attach the stand perform the above steps in reverse order Setting the TV on the Wall e This
82. isplays e Each time INPUT is pressed the input source toggles e f the corresponding input is not plugged in you cannot change the input Be sure to connect the equipment beforehand e See pages 13 and 14 for external equipment connection Direct Button Operation AV MODE AV MODE gives you several viewing options to choose from to best match the surrounding environment of the TV which can vary due to factors like room brightness type of program watched or the type of image input from external eguipment Press AV MODE Current AV MODE displays e Press AV MODE again before the mode displayed on the screen disappears The mode changes as shown below Example When the input source is TV Blu ray INPUT 1 2 or 3 terminals STANDARD MOVIE GAME N N TV DYNAMIC tem DYNAMIC Fixed Example When the input source is INPUT 4 5 6 7 or 8 terminals STANDARD MOVIE GAME PC DYNAMIC DYNAMIC Fixed USER f STANDARD For a highly defined image in a normal lighting MOVIE For a movie GAME Lowers image brightness for easier viewing PC For PC USER Allows the user to customize settings as desired You can set the mode for each input source DYNAMIC Fixed Changes the image and sound settings to the factory preset values No adjustments are allowed DYNAMIC For a clear cut image emphasizing high contrast useful for sports viewing e You can select a different AV MODE ite
83. ital closed caption information for the digital broadcast program being viewed e This list is not displayed for analog broadcasts or external input audio video e This information is not included in CC1 CC2 Text1 or Text2 and is not displayed in a list Program Title Display Select the CH display when changing channels for digital broadcasting Yes Program lnfo displays No Program lnfo does not display Game Play Time This function displays the elapsed game time so you do not lose track of the time To display the elapsed time select GAME for the AV MODE before starting the game On The elapsed time is displayed every 30 minutes when you switch to GAME mode in external input mode Off No adjustment Operation Lock Out This function locks the operation buttons on the TV and the remote control Off No adjustment RC Control Lock All buttons on the remote control are locked Button Control Lock All buttons on the TV except POWER are locked e To unlock the buttons on the remote control press MENU on the TV and then select Off on the MENU screen e To unlock the buttons on the TV press MENU on the remote control and then select Off on the MENU screen Favorite CH 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 To register your favorite
84. leaning cloths are available directly from Sharp in single 00Z LCD CLOTH or triple 00Z LCD CLOTH 3 packs Call 1 800 BE SHARRP for ordering or VISIT www sharpusa com SharpDirect GUICK REFERENCE e Before attaching or detaching the stand unplug the AC cord from the AC INPUT terminal e Before performing work spread cushioning over the base area to lay the TV on This will prevent it from being damaged e Attach the stand in the correct direction e Do not remove the stand from the TV unless using an optional wall mount bracket to mount it e Be sure to follow the instructions Incorrect installation of the stand may result in the TV falling over 1 Confirm that there are 8 screws 4 short screws 3 Insert the stand into the openings on the bottom and 4 long screws and a hex key supplied with the of the TV stand unit 2 Insert and tighten the 4 short screws into the 4 PPP holes on the rear of the TV ar Hex key gt Ta JL ki 2 Attach the supporting post for the stand unit onto the base using the box for the stand unit as shown tis ae i Ay Soft cushion bi below e The supporting post attaches to the base at an off centered location on the base Be sure to attach the supporting post in the direction indicated below and attach the stand to the TV with the wider side of the base facing forward 600 lt Long screws NOTE e To detach the stand perform
85. lection will be made if there is no operation within a few seconds Changing Volume You can change the volume by pressing VOL on the TV or on the remote control unit e To increase the volume press VOL e To decrease the volume press VOL Audio status Output Select Fixed Variable Variable sound Mute e When Output Select is set to Variable the indicator on the screen changes as shown below Output device Speaker e See page 41 for details on the Output Select function MUTE Mutes the current sound output Press MUTE e C will be displayed on the screen for 30 minutes and the sound is silenced e Within 30 minutes of pressing MUTE mute can be canceled by pressing VOL or MUTE e 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 O automatically 16 Sleep Timer Allows you to set a time when the TV automatically switches to standby Press SLEEP e The remaining time displays when the sleep timer has been set e Each time you press SLEEP the remaining time switches as shown below Off 30 60 90 120 aa e When set the time automatically starts counting down e If you want to adjust the sleep timer you can press SLEEP twice then change the time setting e When it is 5 minutes before the time expires the remaining time will start to keep appearing every minu
86. m for each input mode For example select STANDARD for TV input and DYNAMIC for INPUT 1 e When you play games GAME is recommended for AV MODE m 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 e Stereo broadcasts View programs like live sporting events shows and concerts in dynamic stereo sound e 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 a second language supplementary commentary or other information SAP is mono sound If stereo sound is difficult to hear e Obtain a clearer sound by manually switching to fixed mono sound mode You can change MTS as shown below to match the television broadcast signal Press AUDIO to toggle between audio modes Examples when receiving MTS and SAP STEREO mode STEREO MONO STEREO SAP mode ST SAP SAP ST MONO MAIN SAP mode MAIN SAP MONO mode MONO E Digital broadcasting audio mode
87. mber of TV 1 If it is not TV display it will input switch to TV same function as CHA CHDOWN CiHiD Wlx The channel number of TV 1 If it is not TV display it will input switch to TV same function as CHV CC CiLiciP xi 1 Toggle Toggle operation of a closed caption vi TE e fan underbar _ appears in the parameter column enter a space e If an asterisk appears enter a value in the range indicated in brackets under CONTROL CONTENTS e Any numerical value can replace the x on the table 58 Appendix Specifications Model LC 42BD80U Model LC 46BD80U Model LC 52BD80U LCD panel 42 Class 42 Diagonal Advanced Super View amp BLACK TFT LCD 46 Class 45 Diagonal Advanced Super View amp BLACK TFT LCD 52 Class 52 Diagonal Advanced Super View 8 BLACK TFT LCD Resolution 2 073 600 pixels 1 920 x 1 080 TV standard CCIR American TV Standard ATSC NTSC System TV Function Receiving Channel VHF UHF VHF 2 13ch UHF 14 69ch CATV 1 135ch non scrambled channel only Digital Terrestrial Broadcast 8VSB 2 69ch Digital cable 64 256 QAM 1 135ch non scrambled channel only Audio multiplex BTSC System Backlight 60 000 hours at Backlight Standard position Audio out 10W x 2 AV in COMPONENT in COMPONENT in S VIDEO in ANALOG RGB PC in 15 pin mini D sub female c
88. mcorder Y Green Pe Blue Pr Red S VIDEO cable commercially available SMES SVIDEO cm ia Audio cable commercially available AUDIO L White AUDIO R Red ae e To enjoy the AQUOS 1080p display capability connect your external equipment using a component cable and set the equipment to 1080p output e See page 14 for connecting a Blu ray disc player DVD player or a Digital TV STB to the HDMI terminal e The COMPONENT terminals take priority over the VIDEO INPUT 1 and S VIDEO INPUT 2 terminals Connecting to External Eguipment Using Digital Audio Output It is possible to output audio through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal See page 46 for details PCM audio outputs from the terminal To optical digital input of external audio devices AUDIO Optical fiber cable commercially available ess OUTPUT Depending on the connected eguipment audio will not output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal in HDMI connection In this case set the audio formats of the connected eguipment to PCM 32 44 1 48 kHz Connecting HDMI Eguipment You can use the INPUT 5 INPUT 6 INPUT 7 or INPUT 8 terminal when connecting HDMI equipment HDMI certified cable BI M m commercially available mja 17 HDMI eguipment e When using an HDMI DVI conversion
89. menu if you do not first configure your secret number e The U S has two rating systems for viewing content TV Parental Guidelines and movie ratings e The TV Parental Guidelines work in conjunction with the V CHIP to help parents screen out inappropriate television shows from their children e Movie ratings are used for original movies rated by the Motion Picture Association of America MPAA as watched on cable TV and not edited for television The V CHIP can also be set to block MPAA rated movies e The setting automatically enters Block for any ratings below your selection e If Status is not set to On the configuration settings will not work 37 EN On Screen Display Menu m MPAA Voluntary movie rating system Example MPAA TV Guidelines Can English Ratings Can French Ratings Press A Y to adjust the item to your desired position a indicates the item is blocked Press MENU to exit e Voluntary movie rating system only uses an age based rating E TV Parental Guidelines Example MPAA TV Guidelines Can English Ratings Can French Ratings Example MPAA TV Guidelines Can English Ratings Can French Ratings G General audiences All ages admitted PG Parental guidance suggested Some material may not be suitable for children PG 13 Parents strongly cautioned Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13 R Restricted Under 17 reguires accompan
90. n on the position setting screen e Adjustments are stored separately according to input source You can also select a language from the Setup menu Select from among 3 languages English French and Spanish If complex adjustments are made and the settings cannot be restored to normal you can reset the settings to the factory preset values 1 Return to the factory preset values displays on the screen e f you have already set the Secret No input the 4 digit secret number here 2 Select Yes e Now TV will restart automatically OK displays on the screen 3 Select Yes e Now initializing displays on the screen and blinks After the reset has been completed the power shuts off and then comes back on The screen will have returned to its original settings e The Channel Setup settings will not be changed e The Language settings will not be changed e The Secret number settings will not be changed e The TV Location settings will not be changed On Screen Display Menu Parental CTRL Parental Control Setting Secret No Allows you to use a secret number to protect certain settings from being accidentally changed IMPORTANT Three conditions must be met to enable the V Chip see pages 37 to 39 1 Secret No is registered 2 V Chip V Chip DTV Only settings have been made e The V Chip DTV Only will only be selectable when anew rating system can be downloaded via digital broadca
91. nside back cover e As part of policy of continuous improvement SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units There may be some deviations from these values in individual units Optional Accessory The listed optional accessory is available for the Liquid Crystal Television Please purchase it at your nearest shop Part name Model number AN 52AG4 Wall mount bracket e Additional optional accessories may be available in the near future When purchasing please read the newest catalogue for compatibility and check the availability 59 PC Compatibility Chart It is necessary to set the PC correctly to display XGA and WXGA signal Resolution Horizontal Freguency Vertical Freguency VESA Standard 720 x 400 31 5 kHz 70 Hz 31 5 kHz 60 Hz 640 x 480 37 9 kHz 72 Hz 37 5 kHz 75 Hz 35 1 kHz 56 Hz 37 9 kHz 60 Hz 48 1 kHz 72 Hz 46 9 kHz 75 Hz 48 4 kHz 60 Hz 1024 x 768 56 5 kHz 70 Hz 60 0 kHz 75 Hz 1360 x 768 47 7 kHz 60 Hz 1280 x 1024 64 0 kHz 60 Hz 1400 x 1050 65 3 kHz 60 Hz 1600 x 1200 75 0 kHz 60 Hz VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corp 800 x 600 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 O O0 O O O O Information on the Software License for This Product E Software com
92. ntains no closed caption displays in the closed caption information e If the language code e g ENG is not found on Digital TV programs will be shown e Four kinds of closed caption service CC1 CC2 Text Text2 are potentially available but a broadcast may contain none or only some of these services at the discretion of the program provider e When a BD DVD VIDEO disc is played back the CC button functions for switching subtitles Direct Button Operation VIEW MODE You can select the screen size 1 Press VIEW MODE e The View Mode menu displays e The menu lists the View Mode options selectable for the type of video signal currently being received 2 Press VIEW MODE or A Y while the View Mode menu is displayed to select a desired item on the menu e You can sequentially select a View Mode that has its own aspect ratio E For 4 3 programs Example Screen size images Side Bar S Stretch Smart stretch Stretch NGA O O Suitable for viewing Suitable for stretching 4 3 Suitable for viewing wide This mode is useful for 1 78 1 conventional 4 3 programs in programs to fill the screen screen 2 35 1 anamorphic DVDs When viewing 1 85 1 their normal format DVDs in full screen DVDs stretch mode will still show very thin black bands at the top and bottom of the screen E For HD programs Stretch Suitable for viewing wide screen 1 78 1 aspect ratio program stretch mode will
93. o is output as 48KHz On Screen Display Menu Version When you select Version the system software version is displayed USB Memory Management The following instructions explain how to delete data such as the Virtual Package data copied to a USB memory device mx o O VAN CH e Do not remove the USB memory device or unplug the AC cord while the erase is being performed e Do not use a USB extension cable when connecting a USB memory device to the BD STORAGE SERVICE terminal on the Disc Drive of this TV e Using a USB extension cable may prevent the Disc Drive from performing correctly 1 Insert the USB memory device into the BD STORAGE SERVICE terminal on the Disc Drive of this TV Q S S S 8 9 38 S 2 Press MENU to display the MENU screen and then press lt gt to select Option 3 Press A Y to select Blu ray disc Setup and then press ENTER 4 Press A Y to select USB Memory Management and then press ENTER Audio Video Settings Playback Setting Version USB Memory Management Software Update e No USB memory appears when no USB memory is inserted 44 5 Press A Y to select Erase or Format and then press ENTER Erase Deletes only BD VIDEO data contents Format Deletes all contents ss Erase Erases BD VIDEO data on USB memory Format Erase all contents on USB memory including protect
94. o to step 6 Audio Video Settings Playback Setting Version USB Memory Management E Update E 5 Enter the 4 digit number by using 0 9 Enter 4 digit password 6 Press ENTER to start checking data in the USB memory device Insert USB memory device containing the software update file Use BD STORAGE SERVICE port 7 During the data checking Checking blinks Now checking the data in USB memory device Checking 8 Press ENTER to start updating e The screen becomes dark for a while until the update screen can be displayed Please wait for the update screen to appear Do not unplug the AC cord The picture will temporarily go dark until the software update display appears Wait several minutes and do not unplug the AC cord Now updating Do not unplug AC cord Update Version 1234567 2 Q When the software is successfully updated a screen is displayed indicating that the update process is completed e f the update has failed check the file in the USB device and try Software Update again 10 Press TV POWER to turn off the TV 11 Remove the USB memory device e The current version of the Disc Drive software and the version of the update file on the USB memory device are displayed To update the Disc Drive software with update file select Yes and press ENTER Software update file is detected in the USB memory device Start update Current Ver 1234567 Update Ver 12
95. ol unit TV TWBD VCR AUDIO o o o CBL SAT DVD FUNCTION o o 1 w 6 2 t a 1 7 ts Set gt l io 0000 REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE SLEEP AUDIO AVMODE CC SURROUND FLASHBACK EJECT O c oO DISC MENU ANGLE o g 14 Presetting manufacturer codes 1 Press FUNCTION until the LED for your device lights up 2 After the LED for your device lights up press FUNCTION and DISPLAY at the same time to enter the code registration mode The LED will blink 3 Press 0 9 to enter the manufacturer code See page 49 e Preset mode is finished once the LED no longer lights up 4 After registering the code the LED will stop blinking then turn off after one second If you perform an incorrect operation the LED will blink quickly then turn off 48 To operate the connected equipment press FUNCTION to select the LED for your device VCR AUDIO CBL SAT cable converter or DVD The LED lights up and the remote control unit button will function as follows e When you operate VCR or DVD press INPUT to select the terminal connected to your device e CABLE and SAT cannot be selected at the same time 1 SOURCE POWER e Turns the connected equipment power on and off 2 lt 4 e Rewinds the tape and allows picture search VCR e Hold down to go in reverse DVD 3 REC e Starts recording VCR 41 lt lt e Pressing quickly once takes you to th
96. onnector Audio in 3 5 mm jack HDMI in with HDCP Audio in 3 5 mm jack HDMI in with HDCP 8 HDMI in with HDCP ANT CABLE 75 9 Unbalance F Type x 1 for Analog VHF UHF CATV and Digital AIR CABLE Terminals AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT Audio in 3 5 mm jack Optical Digital audio output x 1 PCM Dolby Digital OUTPUT Audio out RS 232C 9 pin D sub male connector INPUT 3 AV in INPUT 5 HDMI in with HDCP SERVICE Software update ETHERNET etwork connector See page 11 Disc Drive BD STORAGE SERVICE USB 2 0 correspondence for Local storage Software Update OSD language English French Spanish Power Requirement AC 120 V 60 Hz Power Consumption TV stand 245 W 0 8 W Standby with AC 120 V 49 6 Ibs 22 5 kg 270 W 0 8 W Standby with AC 120 V 52 9 Ibs 24 0 kg 325 W 0 8 W Standby with AC 120 V 65 0 Ibs 29 5 kg Weight TV only 41 9 lbs 19 0 kg 45 2 Ibs 20 5 kg 57 3 lbs 26 0 kg Dimension TV stand 40 Veg X 28 29 X 14 29 48 Vey X 30 ig x 14 ao 49 X 34 Vig X 14 ha W x H x D inches TV only 40 ea X 25 ea X 5 Vo 4B Vs X 28 ao X 5 en 49 8 X 32 Von X 5 Lop Operating temperature 41 F to 96 F 5 C to 35 C Emergency alert messages via Cable are unreceivable 2 The dimensional drawings are shown on the i
97. ontain controversial themes or issues Press MENU to exit 14 Over 14 years Could contain themes where violence is one of the dominant elements of the storyline but it must be integral to the development of plot or character Language usage could be profane and nudity present within the context of the theme 18 Adults Intended for viewers 18 years and older and might contain depictions of violence which while related to the development of plot character or themes are intended for adult viewing Could contain graphic language and portrayals of sex and nudity E Canadian French Ratings E Exempt programming G General All ages and children contains minimal direct violence but Example may be integrated into the plot in a humorous or unrealistic manner MPAA 8ans General but inadvisable for young children May be viewed TV Guidelines E by a wide public audience but could contain scenes disturbing to Can English Ratings G children under 8 who cannot distinguish between imaginary and real Can French Ratings 8ans situations 18ans Recommended for viewing with parent 16ans 13ans Over 13 years Could contain scenes of frequent violent scenes 18ans and therefore recommended for viewing with parent NONE 16ans Over 16 years Could contain freguent violent scenes and A i intense violence Press Av to adjust the item to your desired 18ans Over 18 years Only for adult viewing Could contain frequent position a indicate
98. op menu may be referred to as the Title Menu Use TOP MENUJTITLE LIST on the remote control when the instructions refer to Title Menu e If no top menu is available the TOP MENU TITLE LIST button will have no effect 24 Using the Disc Menu DVD VIDEO Example Select SUBTITLE LANGUAGE 1 Press TOP MENU e The disc menu screen is displaved 2 Press A Y to select SUBTITLE LANGUAGE and then press ENTER e The screen for selecting the subtitle language is displaved MENU 1 AUDIO LANGUAGE 2 SUBTITLE LANGUAGE 3 AUDIO 3 Press A Y to select the subtitle language and then press ENTER 4 Press TOP MENU to exit Using the Pop up Menu BD VIDEO 1 Press POP UP MENU during playback e The pop up menu screen is displayed e The menu contents displayed vary depending on the disc For details on how to see and operate the pop up menu refer to the manual for the disc Pop up menu Next page u JI 079 CL Jt J 2 Press A VW lt 4 to select the desired item and then press ENTER 3 Press POP UP MENU to exit e The pop up menu will automatically disappear for some discs Disc Playback BONUSVIEW Use of Picture in Picture Function Secondary Audio Video Playback BD VIDEO BD VIDEO that includes secondary audio and video compatible with Picture in Picture can be played back with secondary audio and video simultaneously as a small video in the corner Primary
99. operation manual for the signal type e If you set INPUT 1 or 2 to Auto the TV will automatically select the input signal Setting INPUT 1 or 2 signal selection to Auto when other equipment is connected will result in the following connection priority INPUT 1 COMPONENT VIDEO 2 VIDEO INPUT 2 COMPONENT VIDEO S VIDEO To watch an HDMI or PC IN eguipment image select INPUTS INPUT6 INPUT or INPUT8 from INPUT SOURCE menu using INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV Auto View Enable To use View Mode based on signal recognition including an HDMI signal Disable No function e Refer to your external equipment operation manual for the signal type e When connecting an HDMI DVI conversion adapter cable to the HDMI terminal the image may not come in clearly PC Audio Select Determines whether the AUDIO terminal is used for INPUT 4 PC IN or INPUT 6 HDMI Input 4 PC Select this item when the audio signal is input via the INPUT 4 PC IN terminal using an analog RGB cable Input 6 HDMI Select this item when the audio signal is input via the INPUT 6 HDMI terminal using an HDMI DVI conversion cable e When PC Audio Select is set to Input 6 HDMI sound will not be produced if you use only an HDMI certified cable to connect HDMI compatible eguipment To produce sound you should make an analog audio connection e If you want to connect HDMI compatible equipment using only an
100. 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 e 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 e Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat e The Liquid Crystal panel is a very high technology product with 2 073 600 pixels 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 e 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 e Power Lines An outside antenna syst
101. or obtaining a clearer image Off Normal image e Fine Motion Enhanced may cause image noise If this occurs turn the function Off On Screen Display Menu 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 Advanced High Advanced Low Select a desired level to remove jerkiness from film contents Standard Detects analyzes converts film source Off Normal viewing mode e Standard does not function when channel display shows an input signal resolution of 480p 720p or 1080p e Film Mode does not function when you set the AV Mode to Game e Film Mode is not available during PC format input Digital Noise Reduction Produces a clearer video image Off No adjustment High Middle Low Select a desired level for viewing a clearer video image e Digital Noise Reduction is not available during PC format input 3D Y C Provides high quality images with minimal dot crawl and cross color noise Slow For still images Standard Normal adjustment Fast For moving images e 3D Y C is available for input signal from Composite Video and analog broadcasts air and cable Monochrome For viewing a video in monochrome On For viewing in monochrome Off Normal color Range of OPC The brightness level range of the OPC sensor s automatic adjustments can be
102. ox uClibc zlib libpng libipeg CLEARING THE SECRET NUMBER If you forget the secret number clear the secret number using the following procedure 1 Select an item from the list below to display the secret number input screen For operating the on screen display menu see page 31 e EZ Setup CH Setup Parental CTRL or Reset on the Setup menu e Color System on the Option menu e Software Update on the Digital Setup menu Press and hold both CHA and VOL on the TV simultaneously until the message appears on the screen The secret number is III e As a precautionary measure make a note of your secret number above cut it from this manual and keep it in a safe place 60 Calling for Service For location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service or to obtain product literature accessories supplies or customer assistance please call 1 800 BE SHARP LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand Liguid Crystal Display product the Product when shipped in its original container will be free from defective workmanship and materials and agrees that it will at its option either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured eguivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period s set forth below This warranty does not appl
103. playback does not work At the end of a title slow playback will be canceled properly Slow playback across different titles is not possible With BD VIDEO discs reverse slow playback is not possible Cannot play DVD discs recorded Discs that were not finalized on the other equipment may not play in this TV Finalize on other equipment the disc in the recorder that was used to create it Discs in formats not supported by this TV such as discs recorded with a high definition digital video camera cannot be played in this TV Discs created on a computer may not play in this TV The disc is automatically ejected Make sure that region code on the disc matches that of this TV Make sure that the disc is playable Make sure that the disc is loaded properly The disc should be loaded with the playback side facing the back of the TV Take out the disc and clean it Disc cannot be ejected Turn power off the main power and then turn power on again After the power indicator has come on press 44 EJECT on the TV or EJECT on the remote control unit If the above steps do not resolve the problem please contact your dealer or an authorized service center The TV makes a snapping The TV may sometimes make a snapping sound when starting playback if it has not sound when starting playback or been operated in a while loading a disc These sounds are not malfunctions of the TV but are normal operating conditions e Pressing MENU does not bring e f
104. position The software included in this product is comprised of various software components whose individual copyrights are held by SHARP or by third parties E Software developed by SHARP and open source software The copyrights for the software components and various relevant documents included with this product that were developed or written by SHARP are owned by SHARP and are protected by the Copyright Act international treaties and other relevant laws This product also makes use of freely distributed software and software components whose copyrights are held by third parties These include software components covered by a GNU General Public License hereafter GPL a GNU Lesser General Public License hereafter LGPL or other license agreement E Obtaining source code Some of the open source software licensors require the distributor to provide the source code with the executable software components GPL and LGPL include similar requirements For information on obtaining the source code for the open source software and for obtaining the GPL LGPL and other license agreement information visit the following website http www sharpusa com gpl We are unable to answer any questions about the source code for the open source software The source code for the software components whose copyrights are held by SHARP is not distributed E Acknowledgements The following open source software components are included in this product e linux kernel busyb
105. protecting copyrights copy control signal may not be played back with this TV e This TV has been designed on the premise of playing back Audio CDs that comply with CD Compact Disc standards About Discs E The following CD RW R discs cannot be played e Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be played back Discs recorded in a format other than an Audio CD cannot be played back Discs may not be played back depending on their recording status or the status of the disc itself Discs may not be plaved back depending on their compatibility with this TV BD VIDEO e Enjoy Final Standard Profile functions see page 25 such as picture in picture The available functions differ depending on the disc This is a new function of BD VIDEO that plays the primary video and secondary video simultaneously For instance the function is capable of playing the original movie as the primary video while playing video commentary from the film director on a small screen as a secondary video Title Chapter and Track e Blu ray discs and DVDs are divided into Titles and Chapters If the disc has more than one movie on it each movie would be a separate Title Chapters on the other hand are subdivisions of titles See Example 1 e Audio CDs are divided into Tracks You can think of a Track as one tune on an Audio CD See Example 2 Example 1 Blu ray disc or DVD SEN Bluray Disc gt
106. r format was inserted When the disc was inserted facing the wrong way 1 Press 4 on the TV or EJECT on the remote control unit SURROUND FLASHBACK EJECT U DISC MENU ANGLE A EJECT mO O button e The disc is ejected and protrudes partly from the slot 2 Carefully grasp the protruding disc and pull it out e After a disc has been ejected it should be removed from the slot without delay e f the TV is jolted or moved while a disc is protruding from the slot the disc may fall out e To reinsert a protruding disc first remove the disc fully and then load it again e During loading the disc may be unable to be ejected Wait until the loading is complete and playback starts to eject the disc BD DVD VIDEO Playback BD VIDEO DVD VIDEO BD RE BDR LIGHT a le z O m 0 BD 1 Load a disc e Playback may begin automatically depending on the disc 2 Press gt e Playback begins from the first title e The menu may be displayed first depending on the disc Perform playback operation by following the directions on the screen e The disc load time may vary depending on the disc e During playback of HDMI equipment connected to the TV with AQUOS LINK Control set to Enable pressing p gt controls the HDMI equipment not the Disc Drive on the TV e Playback on the Disc Drive will stop when you switch the input source or select a TV channel To s
107. rch Start to search only analog broadcasts and then press ENTER Analog amp Digital Search Start Analog Search Start Cancel e The Channel search will start automatically e To exit the Channel search screen select Cancel and then press ENTER e f no channel is found confirm the type of connection made with your TV and try EZ Setup again See page 35 e For changing the settings of the initial setup perform EZ setup on the Setup menu on page 35 EN Direct Button Operation 9 D FAVORITECH TO TOP MENU REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE TITLE LIST SLEEP AUDIO AVMODE CC VOL CH eee SURROUND FLASHBACK EJECT a elo SAVING MUTE DISCMENU ANGLE 6 mo Changing Channels You can change channels by pressing CHA V or 0 9 e DOT Examples To select a 1 or 2 digit channel number e g Channel 5 Press 5 ENT To select a 3 digit channel number e g Channel 115 Press 1 gt 1 gt 5 ENT To select a 4 digit channel number e g Channel 22 1 Press 2 gt 2 gt e DOT 1 gt ENT e When selecting a 1 digit channel number it is not necessary to press 0 before the number e When you enter 0 9 only channel selection will be made if there is no operation within a few seconds e Ifyou push 0 by itself nothing will happen e Complete the above steps within a few seconds e When you enter 0 9 and DOT channel se
108. riginal language e Cannot play commercially available BD VIDEO or DVD VIDEO disc e Playback stops partway when playing DVD discs recorded or edited in another recorder e Resuming playback from a previous point does not work e Cannot switch the soundtrack of bilingual program material e Cannot display the Title List screen e ig shown in a title indication on the Title List screen 56 Possible Solution e Take out the disc and clean it e Has the TV been subjected to shock or impact Are you using it in an unstable location The TV will stop if it senses shock or vibration e There is no sound during still mode slow motion playback fast forward and fast reverse e Take out the disc and clean it e Audio may not be output depending on the audio recording status such as when audio other than an audio signal or non standard audio is recorded for the audio content of the disc e Make sure that region code on the disc matches that of this TV e The TV can only play BD VIDEO discs with Region Code A or no Region Code e BD RE Version 1 0 discs cannot be played e To enable playback of a recorded DVD finalize the disc in the recorder that was used to create it e Take out the disc and clean it e Make sure that the disc is loaded properly The disc should be loaded with the playback side facing the back of the TV e f there is condensation in the TV take suitable countermeasures e Proper playb
109. s C while the Title List screen is displayed e The Playlist screen is displayed Program 1 5 21 Fri 9 30AM 110Min 1 Program 1 5 21 Fri 110Min 4 Press A Y to select the title and then press ENTER e Playback of the selected title will begin 5 Press M to stop playback 25 Disc Playback Sorting the Titles Each time you press B the Title List display changes between displaying the newest titles first and the oldest titles first Playing Back the Title You Stopped While Being Played 1 Press D while the Title List screen is displaved From Continued From Beginning 2 Press lt gt to select the type of playback and then press ENTER e Playback of the title will begin e Finalize refers to a recorder processing a recorded disc so that it will play in other DVD players recorders as well as this TV Only finalized DVD discs will play back in this TV This TV does not have a function to finalize discs Audio CD Playback AUDIO CD Playback from the Beginning 1 Load an audio CD e Playback may begin automatically depending on the disc e Press gt e Playback begins from the first track 2 Press If to stop playback Selecting a Track for Playback FREEZE REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE a OO S0005 je Ge yi SURROUND FLASHBACK EJECT o c a se BD 1 Loadan audio CD YA then press DISC MENU e The DISC MENU control screen is displayed 2 Press A V lt b g
110. s the item is blocked violent scenes arid extreme violenee Press MENU to exit E How to temporarily release the V CHIP BLOCK When the V CHIP BLOCK is working and censors a broadcast V CHIP HAS BEEN ACTIVATED displays 1 Press ENTER while the V CHIP is working and then the secret number setting menu displays 2 Input the 4 digit secret number by using 0 9 At this time V CHIP BLOCK temporarily releases E Reactivating the temporarily released V CHIP BLOCK You can reactivate the temporarily released V CHIP BLOCK as shown below e Select Status setting from the Parental CTRL menu to reactivate BLOCK See page 37 e Select V Chip setting MPAA TV Guidelines Can English Ratings or Can French Ratings from the Parental CTRL to reactivate BLOCK See pages 37 to 39 e Switch off the TV power e Performing any of the three above will activate the V CHIP BLOCK On Screen Display Menu Option Menu Example INPUT POP UP MENU TOP MENU VOL CH POWER SAVING MUTE FREEZE MENU E Option Blu ray disc Setup AQUOS LINK Setup Audio Only PC Audio Select Input 4 PC a Output Select Fixed Caption Setup G SB D Digital Caption Info o FAVORITECH Program Title Display Favorite CH REGSTOP OPTION FAVORITE SLEEP AUDIO AVMODE CC ms BD O Press MENU to display the MENU screen and then press lt p to select Option Press A Y to
111. select a specific adjustment item and then press ENTER Press A V or lt p to select the desired setting and then press ENTER Press MENU to exit Skip this step for Audio Only Audio Only When listening to music from a music program you can turn the screen off and enjoy audio only On Audio is output without screen image Off Both screen images and audio are output e The screen image will return to normal when a button except those for audio adjustment such as VOL MUTE SURROUND AUDIO is pressed Color System Select the video signal system compatible with your eguipment from the list below Auto NTSC PAL M PAL N e Color System can only be set for the INPUT 1 VIDEO INPUT 2 S VIDEO and INPUT 3 VIDEO e f you have already set the Secret No input the 4 digit secret number here See page 37 for setting a secret number Game Play Time Operation Lock Out Demo Mode k N 40 If the image does not come in clearly from the external equipment connected to INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 you may need to change the input signal type setting on the Input Select menu E INPUT 1 Select the input signal type from the list below Auto COMPONENT VIDEO m INPUT 2 Select the input signal type from the list below Auto COMPONENT S TERMINAL e If the selected signal type is incorrect images are not displayed at all or are displayed without any color e Refer to your external equipment
112. set according to your preferences The adjustment range of the OPC sensor can be set to a maximum of 16 and a minimum of 16 Max 15 through 16 Min 16 through 15 e The range of OPC settings are active only when the OPC is setto On e The maximum setting cannot be set to a smaller number than the minimum setting e The minimum setting cannot be set to a bigger number than the maximum setting e Depending on the brightness of the surrounding light the OPC sensor might not operate if the adjustment range is small You can adjust the sound quality to your preference with the following settings Example Audio 15 NT SA 15 NA Z Treble 0 Bass 0 Balance 0 Surround Bass Enhancer Reset Freeze EXIT PE 1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen and then press lt gt to select Audio 2 Press A Y to select a specific adjustment item e Select Surround or Bass Enhancer and then press ENTER to set each item 3 Press A V or lt gt to select the desired setting and then press ENTER 4 Press MENU to exit REC STOP OPTION FAVORITE SLEEP AUDIO AVMODE CC SURROUND FLASHBACK EJECT DISC MENU ANGLE BD Selected item lt button gt button Treble For weaker treble For stronger treble Bass For weaker bass For stronger bass Balance Decrease audio from the right speaker Decrease audio from the left speaker
113. settings See page 34 e The unit s internal temperature has increased Remove any objects blocking vent or clean e Is connection to other components correct See pages 13 and 14 e Is correct input signal source selected after connection See page 40 e Is the correct input selected See page 40 e Is picture adjustment correct See pages 32 and 33 e Is On selected in Audio Only See page 40 e Is a non compatible signal being input See page 60 e Is the volume too low See page 16 e Is Variable selected in Output Select See page 41 e Have you pressed MUTE on the remote control unit See page 16 e This is not a malfunction This happens when the cabinet slightly expands and contracts according to change in temperature This does not affect the TV s performance Troubleshooting Digital Broadcasting The error message about reception of broadcast The example of an error message displayed on a screen e Failed to receive broadcast e No broadcast now Possible Solution ee e Check the antenna cable Check that the antenna is correctly setup e Check the broadcast time in the program guide 55 Appendix Troubleshooting Disc Playback Problem e No picture e Video stops e No sound or distorted sound from speakers e Cannot play a disc e During playback of a commercial BD VIDEO or DVD VIDEO disc the soundtrack switches between dubbed and o
114. still show very thin black bands at the top and bottom of the screen Dot by Dot 1080i p only Detects the resolution of the signal and displays an image with the same number of pixels on the screen Full Screen 720p only You can select Full Screen only when receiving a 720p signal S Stretch Smart stretch Suitable for stretching 4 3 programs to fill the screen Zoom Suitable for viewing wide screen 2 35 1 aspect ratio programs in full screen e When using Dot by Dot it is possible to see noise or bars around different outer portions of the screen Please change view mode to correct this e You cannot change view mode when the Blu ray disc Setup screen Title List screen or Blu ray disc screen saver is displayed E For PC input mode e Connect the PC before making adjustments See page 14 e Selectable screen size may vary with input signal type Example Screen size images Stretch Input signal Normal Dot by Dot Keeps the original For viewing An image fully fills the Detects the resolution aspect ratio in a full widescreen screen of the signal and screen display programs The top displays an image with and bottom of the the same number of image is cropped pixels on the screen Stretch DotbyDot An image fully fills the Detects the resolution screen of the signal and displays an image with the same number of pixels on the screen About Discs Blu ray Disc Blu ray disc is the ul
115. sting in the U S 3 Status is set to On E New Secret No You can set and change the secret number by using 0 9 Input Secret No When you change the secret number enter the old 4 digit secret number here The cursor moves to New Secret No New Secret No When you set the new secret number enter the new 4 digit secret number here The cursor moves to Reconfirm Reconfirm Enter the same 4 digit number you set in New Secret No E Secret No Clear You can clear your secret number Yes Your secret number is cleared No Your secret number is not cleared e As a precautionary measure make a note of your secret number and keep it in a familiar place e f the secret number is cleared the Status setting automatically sets to Off V Chip and Status will not be selectable from the menu Status Used to enable or disable the parental control function This function will not be selectable from the menu if you do not first configure your secret number On Enables Parental CTRL Off Disables Parental CTRL V Chip V CHIP is an electronic filtering device built into your TV This tool gives parents a great degree of control over broadcasts accessed by their children It allows parents to select programs judged suitable for child viewing while blocking ones judged not suitable It does so automatically once you activate the V CHIP feature in your TV V Chip and Status will not be selectable from the
116. t to select T and then press ENTER 3 Press A Y to select the track number and then press ENTER e You can also use 0 9 on the remote control unit to specify the track number e Playback starts from the selected track 26 Playback Functions BD VIDEO BD R _ BD RE DVD VIDEO DVD R DVD RW AUDIO CD ren ver AUDIO CBL SAT DVD FUNCTION o o SOURCE LIGHT e Some operations in the following playback functions cannot be performed depending on the specifications of the disc Fast Forward Reverse Search Fast Forward Reverse functions when PP or lt 4 is pressed during playback Example When gt gt is pressed e The search speed will change each time you press the button When playing back a DVD e You cannot fast forward or fast reverse from one title and continue to another title except when playing audio CDs Skipping to the Next or the Start of the Current Chapter Track Skipping to the beginning of a chapter or track functions when lt 4 or PPI is pressed during playback Pause Frame Advance Playback Pause functions when II is pressed during playback If you are playing back an audio CD the CD will also pause Frame Advance Playback functions when Pf is pressed during Pause e Frame Advance Playback may not function properly with discs other than DVD RW VR format e Frame Advance Reverse Playback can be performed for DVD discs by pressing
117. t displayed E Password Setting This sets the password for setting or changing the Parental Control Level Yes Enter the 4 digit number No Select this when not setting the password On Screen Display Menu Country Code List USA CANADA JAPAN GERMANY FRANCE UK ITALY SPAIN SWISS SWEDEN HOLLAND NORWAY DENMARK FINLAND BELGIUM HONG KONG SINGAPORE THAILAND MALAYSIA INDONESIA TAIWAN PHILIPPINE AUSTRALIA RUSSIA CHINA Language List English Fran ais Deutsch Italiano Espa ol Japanese Svenska Nederlands Language Code List AA Afar AB Abkhazian AF Afrikaans AM Ameharic AR Arabic AS Assamese AY Aymara AZ Azerbaijani BA Bashkir BE Byelorussian BG Bulgarian BH Bihari BI Bislama BN Bengali Bangla BO Tibetan BR Breton CA Catalan CO Corsican CS Czech CY Welsh DA Danish DE German DZ Bhutani EL Greek EN English EO Esperanto ES Spanish ET Estonian EU Basque FA Persian FI Finnish FJ Fiji FO Faroese FR French FY Frisian GA Irish GD Scots Gaelic GL Galician GN Guarani GU Gujarati HA Hausa HI Hindi HR Croatian HU Hungarian HY Armenian IA Interlingua IE Interlingue IK Inupiak IN Indonesian IS Icelandic IT Italian IW Hebrew JA Japanese JI Yiddish JW Javanese KA Georgian KK Kazakh KL Greenlandic KM Cambodian KN Kannada KO Korean KS Kashmiri KU Kurdish KY Kirghiz LA
118. te e Select Off by pressing SLEEP to cancel the sleep timer e The TV will enter standby when the remaining time reaches 0 FLASHBACK Press FLASHBACK to switch to the previously tuned channel e Press FLASHBACK again to switch back to the currently tuned channel e FLASHBACK will not work if no channel has been changed after the TV is turned on SURROUND The surround function produces Surround effect from the speakers Each time you press SURROUND the mode changes between On and Off On Makes it possible to enjoy natural realistic surround sound Off Outputs the normal sound e You can have the same settings by choosing Surround on the menu items See page 33 Allows you to capture and freeze a moving image that you are watching Press FREEZE e A moving image is captured e Press FREEZE again to cancel the function e When this function is not available No displaying still image available will display e The still image automatically goes out after 30 minutes e If you are using the freeze function and a broadcast activates the V CHIP BLOCK the freeze function will be canceled and a V CHIP BLOCK message will appear INPUT To view external source images select the input source using INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV 1 Press INPUT e A list of selectable sources appears 2 Press INPUT again or press A Y to select the input source e An image from the selected source automatically d
119. ter the code registration mode you need to press FUNCTION and DISPLAY at the same time LIGHT When this button is pressed some buttons for example VOL and CH NV V on the remote 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 low light situations VIEW MODE Select the screen size See page 19 ENT Jumps to a channel after selecting with the 0 9 buttons POP UP MENU TOP MENU TITLE LIST Use these buttons when playing back a disc See pages 23 to 29 for details CHA V Select the channel See page 16 MUTE Mute the sound See page 16 MENU Display the menu screen 4 VY lt ENTER Select a desired item on the screen RETURN Return to the previous menu screen FAVORITE CH A B C D Select 4 preset favorite channels in 4 different categories See page 41 While watching you can toggle the selected channels by pressing A B C and D FAVORITE Set the favorite channels See page 41 CC Display captions from a closed caption source See pages 18 and 28 AV MODE Select an audio or video setting When the input source is TV Blu ray INPUT 1 2 or 3 STANDARD MOVIE GAME USER DYNAMIC Fixed DYNAMIC When the input source is INPUT 4 5 6 7 or 8 STANDARD MOVIE GAME PC USER DYNAMIC Fixed DYNAMIC See page 17 EJECT DISC MENU ANGLE Use these buttons when play
120. 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 eguipment 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 CAUTION USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE AS THE LASER BEAM USED IN THIS UNIT IS HARMFUL TO THE EYES DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THE CABINET REFER SERVICING TO GUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY e This Liquid Crystal Television is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product e The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the rear cover e This product contains a low power laser device To ensure continued safety do not remove any cover or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product Refer all servicing to gualified personnel This product utilizes tin lead solder and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury
121. this button controls playback on the Disc Drive on the TV 50 Using AGUOS LINK AGUOS LINK Setup FREEZE menu O to Sem 1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen and then press lt gt to select Option Press A Y to select AQUOS LINK Setup and then press ENTER 2 3 Press A Y to select a specific item and then press ENTER 4 5 Press A Y or lt p to select the desired setting and then press ENTER Press MENU to exit AGUOS LINK Control Select AQUOS LINK Control to disable AQUOS LINK function even when an AGUOS LINK compatible HDMI device is connected to the TV This function prevents the device from starting to operate unexpectedly Enable You can operate AQUOS LINK compatible eguipment Disable AQUOS LINK function does not work AQUOS LINK Control Auto Power On Selecting Recorder Auto Power On If this is activated the One Touch Play function is enabled Yes While the TV is in standby mode it automatically turns on and plays back the image from the HDMI source No This function does not work AQUOS LINK Control Auto Power On Selecting Recorder Selecting Recorder When multiple AQUOS LINK compatible devices are connected this function allows you to set the recorder for recording when you press REC on the TV s remote control unit Press A Y to select the recorder for recording Example AQUOS LINK Control Auto Power On
122. timate next generation optical media format offering the following key features e Largest capacity 25 GB single layer 50 GB dual layer with over 5 times the amount of content possible with current DVDs particularly well suited for high definition feature films with extended levels of interactive features e Pristine picture quality with the capability for full high definition 1920 x 1080p resolution e Best audio possible with uncompressed surround sound higher quality than even theater audio e Broadest industry support ensuring more choice for consumers in the marketplace e Hardware products will be backward compatible with DVDs allowing continued enjoyment of existing DVD ibraries e Disc Durability new breakthroughs in hard coating technologies gives Blu ray discs the strongest resistance to scratches and finger prints Types of Discs that Can Be Used with This TV e The following discs can be played back in this TV Do not use an 8 cm 3 to 12 cm 6 adapter e Use discs that conform to compatible standards as indicated by the presence of official logos on the disc label Playback of discs not complying with these standards is not guaranteed In addition the image quality or sound quality is not guaranteed even if the discs can be played back Recording Format Disc Size Disc Type Contents e BD DVD VIDEO players and discs have region codes which dictate the regions in which a
123. to exit You can run EZ Setup again even after setting up the preset channels Language Select from among 3 languages English French and Spanish TV Location Select Home or Store for the location where you plan to install the TV This product gualifies for ENERGY STAR V3 0 in Home mode default setting Home Blu ray disc Ecology is set to Enable Power Saving is set to Advanced and AV MODE is set to STANDARD Store Power Saving is set to Off and AV MODE is set to DYNAMIC Fixed Blu ray disc Ecology is not available Picture Reset and Feature Demo can be set Picture Reset AV MODE will be set to DYNAMIC Fixed regardless of whether Picture Reset is On or Off If you select On AV MODE will be reset to DYNAMIC Fixed if there is no operation for 30 minutes When Off is selected AV MODE will be set to DYNAMIC Fixed Feature Demo When On is selected after all the settings are completed the Feature Demo screen is displayed if there is no operation for several minutes e ENERGY STAR qualification is based on AV MODE STANDARD Air Cable Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV when selecting Air or Cable CH Search Channel auto search makes the TV look for all channels viewable in the set area e See Initial Setup on page 15 for setting each item e f no channel is found confirm the type of connection made with your TV and try EZ Setup again
124. to secure the bracket to the rear of the TV 54 Appendix Troubleshooting e Unit cannot be operated e Remote control unit does not operate e Picture is cut off with sidebar screen e Strange color light color or color misalignment e Power is suddenly turned off e The TV sometimes makes a cracking sound e Check if you pressed TV POWER on the remote control unit See page 15 If the indicator on the TV does not light up press POWER on the TV e Is the AC cord disconnected See page 7 e Has the power been turned on See page 15 e External influences such as lightning static electricity may cause improper operation In this case operate the unit after first turning off the power of the TV or unplugging the AC cord and replugging it in after 1 or 2 minutes e Is the FUNCTION set correctly Set it to the TV setting position e Are batteries inserted with polarity aligned See page 8 e Are batteries worn out Replace with new batteries e Are you using it under strong or fluorescent lighting e Is a fluorescent light illuminated near the remote control sensor e Is the image position correct See page 36 e Are screen mode adjustments such as picture size made correctly See page 19 e Adjust the picture tone See pages 32 and 33 e Is the room too bright The picture may look dark in a room that is too bright e Is the sleep timer set See page 16 e Check the power control
125. top playback Press M Resume playback function After stopping the disc press p gt to resume playback from the point where the disc has been stopped e To play back from the beginning of the disc press IN twice and then press p gt This may not work depending on the type of disc In this case eject the disc or enter standby e Resume playback may not function depending on the disc Disc Playback BD DVD Menus e This section explains how to play back a BD DVD VIDEO disc with a top menu disc menu or pop up menu e The titles listed in the top menu and a disc guide for options like subtitles and audio languages are given in the disc menu MENU Eee o BD TITLE LIST O Sen FREEZE Start Playback by Selecting a Title from the Top Menu BD VIDEO DVD VIDEO 1 Press TOP MENU TITLE LIST e The top menu screen is displayed TOP MENU 1 Jazz 2 Latin 3 Classic a Rock N Press A V lt 1 gt to select the title and then press ENTER e The selected title is played back e The procedure explained on this page is the basic operation procedure Procedures vary depending on the BD DVD VIDEO disc so you may need to follow the instructions in the BD DVD VIDEO disc manual or the instructions displayed on the screen e Atop menu is not displayed for a DVD RW R Video format if it has not been finalized Top menu e With some BD DVD discs the t
126. tup perform EZ setup on the Setup menu on page 35 Press POWER on the TV or TV POWER on the remote control unit again to turn the power off TV Ago VOR AUDIO O YA n Standby CBL SAT DVD 73 NOTE The TV enters standby and the image on the screen disappears TV POWER e The POWER indicator on the TV turns off SOURCE LIGHT e f i i i i you are not going to use this TV for a long period of time be sure to remove the AC cord from the AC outlet e Weak electric power is still consumed even when the TV is turned off Initial Setup When you turn on the TV for the first time it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels available in the region 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 8 2 Connect the antenna cable to the TV See page 8 3 Plug in the AC cord to the AC outlet Seo page 7 va o 6 Sm Language Language aa Select from among 3 languages English French and Spanish 1 Press A Y to select the desired language listed on the screen and then press ENTER Language English TV Location Air Cable Frangais CH Search Espafiol TV Location Select Home or Store for the location where you plan to install the TV This product gualifies for ENERGY STAR V3 0 in Home mode default setting 2 Press lt p to select Home or
127. y 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 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
128. y to any appearance items of the Product or if the serial number or model number affixed to the Product has been removed defaced changed altered or tampered with This warranty does not cover installation or signal reception problems This limited warranty will not apply if the Product has been or is being used in a commercial setting or application this warranty is meant solely for the non commercial household use of the Product by consumers in their home or residence If you intend to or already use this Product for commercial purposes or in a commercial setting there are warranties available to cover your use of this Product the terms of which may vary Please contact 1 888 GO SHARP for further information In order to enforce your rights under this limited warranty you should follow the steps set forth below You must be able to provide proof of purchase to the servicer which proof must include the date of purchase To the extent permitted by applicable state law the warranties set forth are in lieu of and exclusive of all other warranties express or implied Specifically ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUDED ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR USE AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED IF UNDER APPLICABLE STATE LAW IMPLIED WARRANTIES MAY NOT VALIDLY BE DISCLAIMED OR EXCLUDED THE DURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES IS LIMITED TO T
129. ying easy to read characters on LCD screens However other fonts are used for some screen pages too DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp Liguid 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 butit can also cause personal injuries and property damage ifimproperly 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 Liguid Crystal Television please read the following precautions carefully before using the product Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two
130. ying parent or adult guardian age varies in some jurisdictions NC 17 No one 17 and under admitted X X is an older rating that is unified with NC 17 but may be encoded in the data of older movies Press A F to adjust the item to your desired position a indicates the item is blocked Press MENU to exit When setting an individual content based rating item 1 Press p or ENTER to access blocked content items from the currently selected age based rating item 2 PressA Y to select an individual item and then press ENTER to unblock it a is removed Repeat the same steps for the other items 3 Press lt or RETURN to register after all individual content rating items are set Content FV Fantasy violence S Sexual situation D Sexually suggestive dialog L Adult language TV Y All children X XI TV Y7 Directed to older children X TV G General audience Suggested age TV PG Parental Guidance suggested TV 14 Parents strongly cautioned TV MA Mature audience only x Content rating can be set 38 X The content rating can be set but this rating is not normally broadcast by TV stations On Screen Display Menu Canadian Rating Systems Canadian English ratings and Canadian French ratings e The TV rating systems
131. ystem than the original Closed Caption system because it allows for a variety of caption sizes and font styles When the Digital Closed Caption service is in use it will be indicated by the appearance of a 3 letter abbreviation that also indicates the language of the Digital Closed Captions ENG English SPA Spanish FRA French or other language codes Not all programs and VHS videotapes offer closed captions Please look for the CC symbol to ensure that captions will be shown In the Closed Caption system there can be more than one caption service provided Each is identified by its own number The CC1 and CC2 services display subtitles of TV programs superimposed over the program s picture In the Closed Caption system the Text1 or Text2 services display text that is unrelated to the program being viewed e g weather or news These services are also superimposed over the program currently being viewed 18 1 Press CC e This will present the Closed Caption information display 2 Press CC while the Closed Caption information is still on the screen e Press repeatedly until you select the desired closed caption service DIGITAL MONO 10801 16 9 1 2001 Ratings NONE Closed Caption information e Depending on the number of caption services in the signal being received you will see information such as 1 2 or 1 4 displayed 1 2 means the first of two serv

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