Sharp AQUOS LC-46D43U User manual

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LC-46D43U
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ESPAÑOL
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OPERATION MANUAL
MODE D'EMPLOI
MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN
MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO
LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
TÉLÉVISEUR ACL
TELEVISOR CON PANTALLA DE
CRISTAL LÍQUIDO
TELEVISOR DE CRISTAL LIQUIDO
IMPORTANT : Please read this operation manual before
starting operating the equipment.
IMPORTANTE : Lea este manual de operación antes de
comenzar a operar el equipo.
PORTUGUÊS
PORTUGUÊS

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING:
The lightning flash with arrow-head
symbol, within an equilateral triangle,
is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
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LC-46D43U
OPERATION MANUAL
• The illustrations and on-screen displays in this operation
manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from
the actual operations.
• Menu items that are not selectable are grayed out.
IMPORTANT:
To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please record the
TV's model and serial numbers in the space provided. The
numbers are located at the rear of the TV.
Model No.:
Serial No.:
LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE
SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION:
WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
“Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the National
Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.”
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be
regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eia.org
CAUTION:
This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other
equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded
cables and connectors for connections.
INFORMATION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
RESPONSIBLE PARTY:
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP
For Business Customers: URL http://www.sharpusa.com
CAUTION:
DO NOT PLACE THIS PRODUCT ON AN UNSTABLE CART, STAND, TRIPOD, BRACKET, OR TABLE.
THE PRODUCT MAY FALL CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND SERIOUS DAMAGE TO
THE PRODUCT. USE ONLY WITH A CART, STAND, TRIPOD, BRACKET, OR TABLE RECOMMENDED
BY THE MANUFACTURER OR SOLD WITH THE PRODUCT. FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER'S
INSTRUCTIONS WHEN INSTALLING THE PRODUCT AND USE MOUNTING ACCESSORIES
RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. A PRODUCT AND CART COMBINATION SHOULD BE
MOVED WITH CARE. QUICK STOPS, EXCESSIVE FORCE, AND UNEVEN SURFACES MAY CAUSE
THE PRODUCT AND CART COMBINATION TO OVERTURN.
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• 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.”
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-46D43U
Trademarks
• Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR®are designed to protect the environment through superior energy
efficiency.

Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage
if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety.
However, improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please
observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety
and prolong the service life of your Liquid Crystal Television, please read the following precautions carefully
before using the product.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
Additional Safety Information
15) Power Sources—This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or
local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
16) Overloading—Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17) Object and Liquid Entry—Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
18) Damage Requiring Service—Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the AC cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment
of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to its normal operation,
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
19) Replacement Parts—When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
20) Safety Check—Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
21) Wall or ceiling mounting—When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product
according to the method recommended by the manufacturer.
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DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER
Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp Liquid Crystal Television. To ensure safety and many years
of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Instructions carefully before
using this product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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• Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
• Stand — Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the
product on an unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries
as well as damage to the product. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended
by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to
follow the manufacturer's instructions. Use only the mounting hardware recommended by the
manufacturer.
• Ventilation — The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not
cover or block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating
and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other
similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-
in installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions are followed.
• Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• The Liquid Crystal panel is a very high technology product with 3,147,264 thin film transistors, giving you fine picture details.
Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green or red. Please note that this
does not affect the performance of your product.
Precautions when transporting the TV
• Be sure to always carry the TV by two people holding it with two hands — one hand on
each side of the TV.
• 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.
• Lightning — For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet
and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and
power-line surges.
• Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
• Selecting the location — Select a place with no direct sunlight and good ventilation.

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• Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
• To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or flames on the top or near the TV set.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing.
No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place the AC cord under the TV set or other heavy
items.
• Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the wall outlet before handling.
• Use a soft cloth and gently wipe the surface of the display panel. Using a hard cloth may
scratch the panel surface.
• Use a soft damp cloth to gently wipe the panel when it is really dirty.
(It may scratch the panel surface when wiped strongly.)
• If the panel is dusty, use an anti-static brush, which is commercially available, to clean it.
• To protect the panel, do not use a dirty cloth, liquid cleaners or chemical cloth to clean it,
such materials may damage the panel surface.
• To clean the outer cabinet, use the same method. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE
SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
• Do not display a still picture for a long time, as this could cause an afterimage to remain.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Supplied accessories
QUICK REFERENCE
2
1 3
22
1
Hex key
Long
screw
Soft cushion
6
2
2
3
3
1
1Hex key
Short screw
1Insert the stand into the openings on the
bottom of the TV.
2Insert and tighten the 4 long screws into
the 4 holes on the rear of the TV.
NOTE
• To detach the stand, perform the steps in reverse order.
Attach the two supporting posts for the stand
unit onto the base using the box for the stand
unit as shown below.
(Close-up of the upper side of the stand unit)
Confirm that there are 10 screws (6 short
screws and 4 long screws) supplied with the TV.
Attaching the stand
• Before attaching (or detaching) the stand, unplug the AC cord from the AC INPUT terminal.
•
Before performing work spread cushioning over the base area to lay the TV on. This will prevent it from being damaged.
CAUTION
•Attach the stand in the correct direction.
•Be sure to follow the instructions. Incorrect installation of the stand may result in the TV falling over.
NOTE
• Always use the AC cord supplied with the TV.
• AC cord enclosed in this product is for 110-125V. In using it on the 125-240V AC, please consult to the following.
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
6100 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 230, Miami, Florida 33126, U.S.A.
Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.
Remote control unit
(g1)
Page 8
“AAA” size battery
(g2)
Page 8
AC cord
(g1)
Page 7
Stand unit
(g1)
Page 6
Cable clamp (g2)
Cable tie (g1)
Page 7
Operation manual
(g1)
1Insert each of the protrusions on the two
supporting posts into the openings on the
upper side of the base.
2Insert and tighten the 6 short screws with
the hex key (supplied with the product) in the
order of 1,2and 3.

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Ventilation & Cleaning Tips
Keep your AQUOS television in a well ventilated area and make sure not to place it by a heat source or use near
water. The AQUOS television is designed for AC use only and should be used with supplied AC cord.
Clean the screen by spraying a soft lint free cloth with water to lightly moisten. Gently wipe and
avoid pressing on the screen. To clean the outer cabinet, use the same method. Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners.
The screen is glass and can be scratched or broken when dropped or impacted.
QUICK REFERENCE
STOP! To safely remove the AQUOS television from the box
• It's best to use 2 people to remove the AQUOS television for stability.
• Lift onto installation location as the diagram illustrates.
QUICK INSTALLATION TIPS
Attach your antenna to the back of the AQUOS
television. (See page 12.)
Place the Ferrite core in the space indicated in
the below figure and bundle the cords properly
with cable clamps and a cable tie.
How to turn on the AQUOS television for the
first time.
A) Press POWER on the AQUOS television.
POWER
POWER indicator
Connect the AC plug for the AQUOS television
into the AC outlet.
B) The POWER indicator on the front of the
AQUOS television lights GREEN.
NOTE
• Speakers cannot be detached from the TV.
• TV angle cannot be adjusted.
AC outlet
• Place the TV close to the AC outlet, and keep the power
plug within reach.
NOTE
•TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
TOUCH UN-INSULATED PARTS OF ANY CABLES
WITH THE AC CORD CONNECTED.
1
2
3
4
Ferrite core

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QUICK REFERENCE
If the remote control fails to operate TV functions, replace the batteries in the remote control unit.
CAUTION
Improper use of batteries can result in chemical leakage or explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions below.
• Do not mix batteries of different types. Different types of batteries have different characteristics.
• Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new batteries or cause chemical
leakage in old batteries.
• Remove batteries as soon as they are worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries that come in contact with skin can cause a
rash. If you find any chemical leakage, wipe thoroughly with a cloth.
• The batteries supplied with this product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions.
• If you will not be using the remote control unit for an extended period of time, remove batteries from it.
1Open the battery cover.
• Place the batteries with their terminals
corresponding to the (e) and (f)
indications in the battery compartment.
2Insert two “AAA” size batteries
(supplied with the product).
3Close the battery cover.
IMPORTANT:
The POWER indicator on the AQUOS television should light GREEN indicating you have power to the AQUOS
television.
If the POWER indicator on the AQUOS television still does not light up, press TV POWER on
the remote control to turn the power on.
IMPORTANT:
IF THE UNIT DOES NOT POWER ON - UNPLUG THE AQUOS TELEVISION FROM THE OUTLET AND REPEAT
THE INSTALLATION STEPS.
IF YOU STILL ENCOUNTER NO POWER, PLEASE CONTACT US AT 1-800-BE-SHARP.
Please refer to the BASIC ADJUSTMENT SETTINGS SECTION for EZ Setup and basic channel setup functions
and USING EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SECTION for other device connections (DVD, VCR, AUDIO, etc.) in your
AQUOS operation manual.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ................................. 1
Trademarks............................................................. 2
DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER .................................... 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................. 3
Supplied accessories............................................. 6
QUICK REFERENCE............................................... 6
Attaching the stand............................................. 6
Contents.................................................................. 9
Part names .............................................................10
TV (Front)...........................................................10
TV (Rear/Top) ....................................................10
Remote control unit ...........................................11
Preparation ............................................................12
Using the remote control unit.............................12
Cautions regarding the remote control unit....12
Antennas ...........................................................12
Connecting a Blu-ray disc player, HD-DVD player,
DVD player or a Digital TV STB (Air or Cable) ...13
Connecting a VCR, game console
or camcorder...................................................13
Using Digital Audio Output.................................13
Connecting HDMI equipment.............................14
Connecting a PC ...............................................14
PC compatibility chart........................................14
Watching TV...........................................................15
Turning on the power.........................................15
Turning off the power.........................................15
Initial setup ........................................................16
Simple button operations for
changing channels .........................................17
Simple button operations for
changing volume/sound .................................18
Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode ..........................19
Setting Digital broadcasting audio mode............19
Basic adjustment settings ................................... 20
Menu operation buttons.................................... 20
On-Screen Display............................................ 20
Menu items for TV/INPUT 1/2/3........................ 21
Menu items for HDMI/PC-IN ............................. 21
EZ Setup .......................................................... 22
Channel Setup.................................................. 22
Antenna Setup - DIGITAL ................................. 23
Favorite channel setting .................................... 24
Picture adjustments .......................................... 25
OPC setting ................................................. 25
Advanced picture adjustments ..................... 26
Color Temperature ....................................... 26
Black............................................................ 26
I/P Setting .....................................................26
Film Mode (3:2 pull-down) ............................ 26
3D-Y/C ........................................................ 26
Monochrome ............................................... 26
Range of OPC.............................................. 26
Sound adjustment ............................................ 27
Surround .......................................................... 27
Power Control .................................................. 28
Digital Setup ..................................................... 28
Audio Setup ................................................. 28
Using external equipment.................................... 29
Displaying an external equipment image ........... 29
Input Select ...................................................... 29
Displaying an image from HDMI equipment....... 30
Input Skip ......................................................... 30
Useful adjustment settings.................................. 31
Auto Sync. adjustment
(for Analog PC input mode only) ..................... 31
Fine Sync. adjustment ...................................... 31
Language setting .............................................. 32
Image position .................................................. 32
Reset................................................................ 32
Input Label........................................................ 33
Sleep Timer ...................................................... 33
View Mode for 4:3 Programs ............................ 34
View Mode for HD Programs ............................ 34
View Mode (for PC input mode) ........................ 35
Advanced Option settings................................. 36
Audio Only ................................................... 36
Digital Noise Reduction ................................ 36
Output Select............................................... 36
Color System ............................................... 36
Program Title Display ................................... 36
AV MODE ......................................................... 37
Input Signal (for Analog PC input mode only) .... 37
Closed Captions and Digital Closed Captions ... 38
Caption Setup .................................................. 39
Secret number setting for parental control ........ 40
Parental control (setting V-CHIP level) ............... 42
How to temporarily release
the V-CHIP BLOCK ........................................ 45
Reactivating the temporarily released
V-CHIP BLOCK .............................................. 45
Other viewing options .......................................... 46
Freezing images................................................ 46
Presetting remote control function .................... 46
Appendix ............................................................... 50
Removing the stand.......................................... 50
Setting the TV on the wall ................................. 50
Troubleshooting................................................ 51
Troubleshooting-Digital broadcasting................ 51
Specifications .................................................. 52
Optional accessory ............................................52
Information on the software license for this
product ...........................................................54
Calling for Service ................................................ 55
LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................... 55
Dimensional drawings
• The dimensional drawings for the LCD TV set are shown on
the inside back cover.
Contents

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Part names
POWER button
TV (Front)
Channel buttons
(CHV/U)
Volume
buttons
(VOLl/k)
INPUT button
OPC indicator**
POWER indicator**
OPC sensor*
Remote control sensor
NOTE
*OPC: Optical Picture Control (See page 25.)
**See page 15 for TV status indicator.
SLEEP indicator**
TV (Rear/Top)
HDMI terminal (INPUT 4)
INPUT 3 terminals
AUDIO OUTPUT terminals
HDMI terminal (INPUT 5)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT
terminal
Antenna/Cable in
INPUT 1 terminals
AC INPUT terminal
AUDIO terminals (INPUT 5)
INPUT 2 terminals
PC IN terminals (INPUT 6)

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2
114
5
6
4
8
17
15
16
18
19
7
20
10
9
21
11 23
24
25
12
13 27
22
26
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Part names
1 TV POWER: Switch the TV power on or enters
standby. (See page 15.)
2 DISPLAY: Display the channel information.
3 SOURCE POWER: Turns the power of the external
equipment on and off.
4 External equipment operational buttons: Operate
the external equipment.
5 0 – 9: Set the channel. (See page 17.)
6 • (DOT): (See pages 17 and 48.)
7 INPUT: Select a TV input source. (TV, INPUT 1,
INPUT 2, INPUT 3, INPUT 4, INPUT 5, INPUT 6) (See
pages 29 and 30.)
8 VOL k/l:Set the volume. (See page 18.)
9 SURROUND: Select Surround settings. (See page
18.)
10 FREEZE: Set the still image. Press again to return to
normal screen. (See page 46.)
11 EXIT: Turn off the menu screen.
12 SLEEP: Set the sleep timer. (See page 33.)
13 AUDIO: Selects the MTS/SAP or the audio mode
during multi-channel audio broadcasts. (See page 19.)
14 FUNCTION: Switches the remote control for TV,
CBL/SAT, VCR, DVD and AUDIO operation. Indicator
lights up for the current mode. (See pages 46 to 49
for details.)
* To enter the code registration mode, you need to
press FUNCTION and DISPLAY at the same time.
15 LIGHT ':When pressed all buttons 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.
16 VIEW MODE: Select the screen size. (See pages 34
and 35.)
17 ENT: Jumps to a channel after selecting with the 0–9
buttons.
18 FLASHBACK: Return to the previous channel or
external input mode. (See page 17.)
19 CHU/V:Select the channel. (See page 17.)
20 MUTE: Mute the sound. (See page 18.)
21 MENU: Display the menu screen.
22 a/b/c/d/ENTER: Select a desired item on the
screen.
23 RETURN: Return to the previous menu screen.
24 FAVORITE CH
A, B, C, D: Select 4 preset favorite channels in 4
different categories. (See page 24 for details.)
While watching, you can toggle the selected channels
by pressing A, B, C and D.
25 FAVORITE: Set the favorite channels. (See page 24.)
26 CC: Display captions from a closed-caption source.
(See page 38.)
27 AV MODE: Select an audio or video setting.
(When the input source is TV, INPUT 1, 2 or 3:
STANDARD, MOVIE, GAME, USER, DYNAMIC (Fixed),
DYNAMIC. When the input source is INPUT 4, 5 or 6:
STANDARD, MOVIE, GAME, PC, USER, DYNAMIC
(Fixed), DYNAMIC) (See page 37.)
Remote control unit
NOTE
• When using the remote control unit, point it at the TV.

Antennas
To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. The following is a brief explanation of the types of connections
that are used for a coaxial cable. If your outdoor antenna uses a 75-ohm coaxial cable with an F-type connector,
plug it into the antenna terminal at the rear of the TV set.
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).
F-type connector
300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat)
F-type connector
75-ohm coaxial cable (round)
75-ohm coaxial cable
NOTICE
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).
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.)
300-ohm twin-lead cable
75-ohm coaxial cable (round)
75-ohm coaxial cable
IN OUT
300-ohm
twin-lead cable
VHF
ANTENNA
UHF
ANTENNA
Combiner
(commercially
available)
or
300/75-ohm adapter
(commercially available)
300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat)
75-ohm coaxial cable (round)
or
Cable TV lead-In
Coaxial cable
(commercially available)
Coaxial cable
(commercially available)
Home Antenna
terminal (75-ohm)
Home Antenna
terminal (75-ohm)
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Preparation
Using the remote control unit
Use the remote control unit by pointing it towards the remote control sensor on the
TV. Objects between the remote control unit and the remote control sensor may
prevent proper operation.
Cautions regarding the remote control unit
• Do not expose the remote control unit to shock. In addition, do not expose the remote
control unit to liquids, and do not place in an area with high humidity.
• Do not install or place the remote control unit under direct sunlight. The heat may cause
deformation of the remote control unit.
• The remote control unit may not work properly if the remote control sensor on the TV is
under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such cases, change the angle of the lighting or
the TV, or operate the remote control unit closer to the remote control sensor.
Connecting Antenna Cable
1Cable without a CATV
converter
3Combination VHF/
UHF antenna
4Separate VHF/UHF
antenna
To TV antenna
terminal
2VHF/UHF antenna
•Connect the antenna cable
to the TV using one of the
methods in the illustration
as shown (1,2,3or 4).

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Preparation
Connecting a Blu-ray disc player,
HD-DVD player, DVD player or a
Digital TV STB (Air or Cable)
You can use the INPUT 1, INPUT 2 or INPUT 3
terminals when connecting to a Blu-ray disc player,
HD-DVD player, DVD player, a Digital TV STB (Air or
Cable) and other audiovisual equipment.
Connecting a VCR, game console
or camcorder
A VCR, game console, camcorder and other
audiovisual equipment can be conveniently connected
using the INPUT 1 to 3 terminals.
When using composite cable (commercially
available).
You can connect many types of external equipment to
your TV like a Blu-ray disc player, HD-DVD player, DVD
player, VCR, Digital TV tuner, HDMI equipment, 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 pages 29 and 30.)
CAUTION
• To protect equipment, always turn off the TV before
connecting any external equipment.
• Please read the relevant operation manual (Blu-ray disc
player, etc.) carefully before making connections.
• If your Blu-ray disc player offers a choice of output formats,
please select 720p for use with this TV.
When using S-VIDEO cable (commercially
available).
VCR/Game console/
Camcorder
When using component cable. (INPUT 1 or 2)
Using Digital Audio Output
It is possible to output audio through the DIGITAL
AUDIO OUTPUT terminal. (See page 28 for details.)
PCM audio outputs from the terminal.
Blu-ray disc player/HD-
DVD player/ DVD player/
Digital TV STB
NOTE
• The S-VIDEO terminal takes priority over the video
terminals. (INPUT 3 only)
VCR/Game console/
Camcorder
When using composite cable (commercially
available).
Blu-ray disc player/HD-DVD player/
DVD player/Digital TV STB
Component
video cable
(commercially
available)
Audio cable
(commercially available) External audio
devices
Optical fiber cable
(commercially available)

PC
31.5 kHz
31.5 kHz
37.9 kHz
37.5 kHz
35.1 kHz
37.9 kHz
48.1 kHz
46.9 kHz
48.4 kHz
56.5 kHz
60.0 kHz
47.7 kHz
640 x 480
720 x 400
VGA
800 x 600SVGA
XGA 1024 x 768
WXGA 1360 x 768
70 Hz
60 Hz
72 Hz
75 Hz
56 Hz
60 Hz
72 Hz
75 Hz
60 Hz
70 Hz
75 Hz
60 Hz
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
HDMI cable
(commercially available)
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Preparation
PC
HDMI equipment
PC compatibility chart
It is necessary to set the PC correctly to display XGA and WXGA signal. Refer to page 37 to set PC input signals.
DDC is a registered trademark of Video Electronics Standards Association.
Power Management is a registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.
VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Co., Inc.
PC Horizontal Frequency VESA StandardResolution Vertical Frequency
Connecting a PC
When connecting to a PC with an analog RGB terminal. (INPUT 6)
RGB cable
(commercially available)
NOTE
• When using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable, input the audio signal to AUDIO terminal of INPUT 5.
• When receiving an incompatible signal, such as 1080p, the message below appears without the image on the screen.
For an incompatible video signal: “An incompatible video signal has been received. Check the output device settings.”
For an incompatible audio signal: “An incompatible audio signal has been received. Check the output device settings.”
HDMI cable
(commercially available)
Connecting HDMI equipment
You can use the INPUT 4 or INPUT 5 terminal when connecting HDMI equipment.
Ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack
cable (commercially available)
When connecting to a PC with an HDMI terminal. (INPUT 4 or 5)
PC
NOTE
• The HDMI terminals only support digital signal.

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Simple operations for watching a TV program
POWER
indicator
TV POWER (On/Standby)
Turning on the power
Press POWER on the TV, or TV POWER on the
remote control unit.
• POWER indicator (Green): The TV is on. (After a few
seconds, a window appears with sound.)
NOTE
• The initial setup starts when the TV powers on for the first
time. If the TV has been turned on before, the EZ Setup will
not be invoked. See page 22 for performing EZ Setup from
the Setup menu.
Turning off the power
Press POWER on the TV, or TV POWER on the
remote control unit.
• The TV enters standby and the image on the screen
disappears.
• The POWER indicator on the TV turns off.
NOTE
• If you are not going to use this TV for a long period of time,
be sure to remove the AC cord from the AC outlet.
• Weak electric power is still consumed even when POWER
is turned off.
Watching TV
POWER
TV status indicator (POWER)
ON Lighting (Green)
Lights offStandby
“Off” is selected in OPC setting
“On” or “On: Display” is selected in OPC setting
Lights off
Lighting (Green)
TV status indicator (OPC)
• See page 25 for details.
OPC indicator
SLEEP indicator
“Off” is selected in SLEEP setting
“30”, “60”, “90” or “120” is selected in SLEEP setting
Lights off
Lighting (Red)
TV status indicator (SLEEP)
• See page 33 for details.

Language
Air/Cable
CH Search English
Español
Français
CH Search
[ ]20
Found
[ ]25
Air
2
Air ANALOG
Audio : MONO
Air/Cable
Language
CH Search
Air Cable
Air/Cable
Language
CH Search
Start Cancel
When “Cable” is selected in Antenna
setting:
Press a/bto select “Analog & Digital Search
Start” to search both analog and digital
broadcasts or “Analog Search Start” to search
only analog broadcasts, and then press
ENTER.
• The Channel search will start automatically.
• To exit the Channel search screen, select “Cancel”,
and then press ENTER.
Language
Air/Cable
CH Search Analog & Digital Search Start
Cancel
Analog Search Start
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Initial setup
When you turn on the TV for the first time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels where you live.
Perform the following steps before you press TV POWER on the remote control unit.
1. Insert the batteries into the remote control unit. (See page 8.)
2. Connect the antenna cable to the TV. (See page 12.)
3. Plug in the AC cord to the AC outlet. (See page 7.)
Language setting
Select from among 3 languages: English, French and
Spanish.
Press a/bto select the desired language
listed on the screen, and then press ENTER.
Channel search
Channel auto search makes the TV look for all
channels viewable in the set area.
When “Air” is selected in Antenna setting:
Press c/dto select “Start”, and then press
ENTER.
Example
Antenna setting
Make sure what kind of connection is made with your
TV when selecting “Air” or “Cable”.
Press c/dto select “Air” or “Cable”.
Press ENTER to enter the setting.
Example
Watching TV
1
2
3
NOTE
• If no channel is found, confirm the type of connection made
with your TV and try EZ Setup again. (See page 22.)

22.
Air Air DIGITAL
22.1
22.1
Air
22
Air
2
Air
11
Cable
1
Cable
115
Cable ANALOG
5
Air
5
Air ANALOG
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Simple button operations for
changing channels
You can change channels in several ways.
NOTE
• When selecting a 1-digit channel number, it is not
necessary to press 0 before the number.
• When you enter 0-9 only, channel selection will be made if
there is no operation within a few seconds.
To select a 3-digit channel number
(e. g., Channel 115):
Press 1s1s5
To select a 4-digit channel number
(e. g., Channel 22.1):
Press 2s2s• (DOT) s1sENT
NOTE
• When you enter 0–9 only, channel selection will be made if
there is no operation within a few seconds.
• If you push “0” by itself, nothing will happen.
• Complete the above steps within a few seconds.
• When you enter 0–9 and •(DOT), channel selection will be
made if there is no operation within a few seconds.
Method 1
Using CHU/Von the remote control unit or on the
TV.
Method 2
1Press FLASHBACK to switch to the previously
tuned channel.
2Press FLASHBACK again to switch back to the
currently tuned channel.
NOTE
•FLASHBACK will not work if no channel has been
changed after the TV is turned on.
Method 3
Using remote control buttons 0-9, • (DOT) to select
channels for VHF/UHF/CATV/DIGITAL.
To select a 1 or 2-digit channel number
(e. g., Channel 5):
Press 5sENT
Watching TV

20
20
20 Surround : Off Surround : On
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Simple button operations for
changing volume/sound
■Changing the volume
You can change the volume on the TV or on the
remote control unit.
NOTE
•VOLl/kon the TV operates the same as VOL k/lon
the remote control unit.
■Using VOLk/l
• To increase the volume, press VOLk.
• To decrease the volume, press VOLl.
Audio status
Volume adjustment
* When “Output Select” is set to “Variable”, the indicator on
the screen changes as shown below.
NOTE
• See page 36 for details on the Output Select function.
NOTE
• You can have the same settings by choosing “Surround”
on the menu items. (See page 27.)
SURROUND produces Surround effect from the
speakers. Each time you press SURROUND, the
mode changes between On and Off.
Surround sound options
On: Makes it possible to enjoy natural, realistic
surround sound.
Off: Outputs the normal sound.
■Using MUTE on the remote control unit
Mutes the current sound output.
NOTE
• Within 30 minutes of pressing MUTE, mute can be
canceled by using one of the methods below.
— Mute will be canceled if you press VOLk/lor MUTE.
• Mute will be canceled after 30 minutes have passed.
However, the TV will not suddenly output a loud sound as
the volume level is set to 0 automatically.
Mute
Press MUTE.
•0will be displayed on the screen for 30 minutes, and the
sound is silenced.
Watching TV
■Using SURROUND on the remote control unit
Output Select
Output device
Fixed Variable
Variable sound Mute Speaker