Sharp AQUOS LC-26D44E User manual

SHARP ELECTRÓNICA ESPAÑA S.A.
Polígono Industrial Can Sant Joan
Calle Sena s/n
08174 SANT CUGAT DEL VALLÉS
BARCELONA (ESPAÑA)
SHARP CORPORATION
LC-26D44E
LC-26D44S
LCD COLOUR TELEVISION
LCD-FARBFERNSEHGERÄT
TÉLÉVISEUR COULEUR À ÉCRAN
CRISTAUX LIQUIDES (LCD)
TELEVISORE A COLORI LCD
LCD-KLEURENTELEVISIE
TELEVISIÓN EN COLOR LCD
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LC-26D44E/LC-26D44S OPERATION MANUAL / BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG / MODE D'EMPLOI / MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI / GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING / MANUAL DE MANEJO
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D460WJZZ 1
OPERATION MANUAL
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MODE D’EMPLOI
MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
MANUAL DE MANEJO
PIN
ENGLISHDEUTSCHFRANÇAIS
ITALIANO
NEDERLANDS
ESPAÑOL

SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.
The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 13A fuse. Should the
fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse marked or
ASA
and of the same rating as above,
which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug, must be used.
Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted.
In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied, cut off the mains
plug and fit an appropriate type.
DANGER:
The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off plug destroyed immediately and disposed of in a
safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted elsewhere into a 13A socket outlet, as a serious electric
shock may occur.
To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions below:
IMPORTANT:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this product may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the plug terminal which is marked N or coloured black.
• The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the plug terminal which is marked L or coloured red.
Ensure that neither the brown nor the blue wire is connected to the earth terminal in your three-pin plug.
Before replacing the plug cover make sure that:
• If the new fitted plug contains a fuse, its value is the same as that removed from the cut-off plug.
• The cord grip is clamped over the sheath of the mains lead, and not simply over the lead wires.
IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
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230.0
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200.0 200,0
402.0
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642.0
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446.0 446,0
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LC-26D44E/LC-26D44S

OPERATION MANUAL
Contents.........................................................................................1
Dear SHARP customer..................................................................2
Important Safety Precautions ......................................................2
Trademarks ....................................................................................2
Supplied accessories....................................................................3
Quick guide ....................................................................................3
Attaching the stand...................................................................3
Setting the TV ...........................................................................4
Inserting the batteries................................................................5
Using the remote control unit ....................................................5
Cautions regarding the remote control unit...........................5
Remote control unit...................................................................6
TV (Front view) ..........................................................................7
TV (Rear view)...........................................................................7
Turning on the power ................................................................8
Standby mode ..........................................................................8
Initial auto installation (Analogue) ...............................................8
Using the analogue programme list...........................................8
Initial auto installation (DTV).......................................................8
Using external equipment.............................................................9
Connecting a VCR ....................................................................9
Connecting a game console or camcorder................................9
Connecting a DVD player..........................................................9
Connecting a decoder ............................................................10
Connecting a PC ....................................................................10
Using AV Link function ............................................................10
Menu operations..........................................................................11
Menu operation buttons..........................................................11
Operation without a remote control....................................11
On-Screen Display ..................................................................11
Common operations ...............................................................12
Picture menu ..........................................................................13
AV Mode............................................................................13
Picture adjustments ...........................................................13
Advanced ..........................................................................14
Colour Temp. ................................................................14
Black ............................................................................14
3D-Y/C .........................................................................14
Monochrome ................................................................14
Film Mode.....................................................................14
Audio menu ............................................................................14
AV Mode............................................................................14
Audio adjustments.............................................................14
Surround ...........................................................................15
Auto Vol.............................................................................15
Clear Voice ........................................................................15
Power Control menu...............................................................15
No Signal Off .....................................................................15
No Operation Off................................................................15
Power Management ..........................................................15
Setup menu ............................................................................15
Auto Installation .................................................................15
Programme Setup .............................................................16
Auto Search..................................................................16
Manual Adjust...............................................................16
Fine .........................................................................16
Colour sys. ..............................................................16
Sound sys. (Broadcasting system)...........................16
Label .......................................................................16
Skip.........................................................................16
Decoder ..................................................................16
Lock ........................................................................17
Sort ..............................................................................17
Erase Programme.........................................................17
Child Lock .........................................................................17
Input Label.........................................................................17
Position .............................................................................18
WSS (Wide Screen Signalling)............................................18
4:3 Mode...........................................................................18
Fine Sync...........................................................................18
XGA Mode.........................................................................18
Language ..........................................................................18
Supply Voltage...................................................................18
Option menu...........................................................................18
Audio Only.........................................................................18
DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)............................................19
HDMI Setup.......................................................................19
Input Select .......................................................................19
Colour System...................................................................19
Useful features.............................................................................20
WIDE MODE ...........................................................................20
Still image ...............................................................................21
Teletext function......................................................................21
DTV menu operations .................................................................22
DTV menu operation buttons ..................................................22
DTV On-Screen Display ..........................................................22
DTV common operations ........................................................22
About using the character set screen.................................23
Language................................................................................23
Programme Setup...................................................................23
Favourite.......................................................................24
Lock .............................................................................24
Move ............................................................................24
Move To........................................................................24
Skip..............................................................................24
Select ...........................................................................25
Erase ............................................................................25
Label ............................................................................25
View .............................................................................25
Installation...............................................................................25
Auto Installation .................................................................25
Carrier Scan.......................................................................25
Carrier Setup .....................................................................26
System Setup .........................................................................26
OSD Setup ........................................................................26
Child Lock .........................................................................27
Accessories ............................................................................27
Software Version................................................................27
Software Upgrade..............................................................27
Common Interface ..................................................................28
Inserting a CA card ...........................................................28
Supplying power to the antenna..............................................28
Useful features (DTV) ..................................................................29
About EPG..............................................................................29
Using the EPG ...................................................................29
Using the EPG Timer ........................................................29
Using the ESG ........................................................................30
Using the digital programme list ..............................................30
Viewing a service banner ........................................................30
Using the multi audio function .................................................31
Displaying subtitles .................................................................31
Using the MHEG5 application (UK only) ..................................31
Appendix ......................................................................................32
Troubleshooting ......................................................................32
PC compatibility chart.............................................................33
RS-232C port specifications ...................................................33
Specifications .........................................................................35
Optional accessory .................................................................35
End of life disposal..................................................................36
ENGLISH
• The models LC-26D44E-BK and LC-26D44S-BK feature a black cabinet.
• The models LC-26D44E-GY and LC-26D44S-GY feature a silver cabinet.
• The illustrations and on-screen displays in this operation manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the
actual operations.
• The factory preset PIN is “1234”.
: these icons used throughout this manual indicate
the menu item can be set or adjusted only in the
selected input mode.
Contents
1
ENGLISH
TV only TV/AV only TV/DTV/AV only AV only PC only
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Thank you for your purchase of the SHARP LCD colour TV product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-
free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Precautions carefully before using this product.
Dear SHARP customer
• Cleaning—Unplug the AC cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. Use a damp cloth to clean the product.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
• Water and moisture—Do not use the product near water, such as bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink, laundry tub,
swimming pool and in a wet basement.
• Do not place vases or any other water-filled containers on this product.
The water may spill onto the product causing fire or electric shock.
• Stand—Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Doing so can cause
the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. Use only
a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Use only the
mounting hardware recommended by the manufacturer.
• When relocating the product placed on a cart, it must be moved with utmost care. Sudden stops,
excessive force and uneven floor surface can cause the product to fall from the cart.
• Ventilation—The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or
block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the
life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they
can block ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-in installation; do not place the
product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions are followed.
• The LCD panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is
dropped or impact applied. If the LCD panel is broken, be careful not to be injured by broken glass.
• Heat sources—Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves and other heat-generating
products (including amplifiers).
• To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or naked 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.
• There is power consumption always if main plug is connected.
• Servicing—Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to high
voltage and other dangerous conditions. Request a qualified person to perform servicing.
The LCD panel is a very high technology product, giving you fine picture details.
Due to the very large number of pixels, occasionally a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a
fixed point of blue, green or red.
This is within product specifications and does not constitute a fault.
Precautions when transporting the TV
When moving the TV, it should always be carried by two people, using both hands, be careful not to apply
pressure to the display.
Important Safety Precautions
Trademarks
• “HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.”
• The “HD ready” Logo is a trademark of EICTA.
• The DVB logo is the registered trademark of the Digital Video Broadcasting - DVB - project.
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Supplied accessories
Quick guide
Attaching the stand
Before performing work spread cushioning over the base area to lay the TV on, making sure the area is
completely flat. This will prevent it from being damaged.
Before attaching (or detaching) stand, unplug the AC cord from the AC INPUT terminal.
Confirm the 9 screws supplied with the TV.
1
Screws (m9)
Attach the two parts of the stand unit to each
other using the 5 screws as shown.
2
1Insert the stand into the opening on the
bottom of the TV.
2Insert and tighten the 4 screws on the rear of
the TV as shown.
NOTE
• To detach the stand, perform the above steps in reverse
order.
3
3
Remote control unit
(g1)
AC cord (g1)
Pages 5 and 6 Page 4
• “AA” size battery (g2) ........ Page 5
Cable clamp (g1)
Page 4
• Operation manual (This publication)
Stand unit (g1)
Page 3
Product shape varies
in some countries.
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Setting the TV
Quick guide
Bundling the cables
Setting the TV on the wall
• This TV should be mounted on the wall only with the wall mount bracket available from SHARP. (See page 35.)
The use of other wall mount brackets may result in an unstable installation and may cause serious injuries.
• The centre of the TV screen is 29 mm below “A” engraved onto the metal plate angle used for affixing to a wall.
• Installing the LCD Colour 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.
• You can ask a qualified service personnel about using an optional bracket to mount the TV to the wall.
Antenna
Connect the antenna cable from your antenna-
/cable socket or the (room-/roof) antenna for
antenna input terminal on the back of your TV set to
receive digitally/terrestrially broadcast stations.
An indoor antenna can also be used under good
reception conditions. Passive and active room
antennas are offered commercially. In an active
antenna its power is supplied via the antenna input
terminal.
The supply voltage (5V) must be correspondingly
set under “Supply Voltage”. (See page 18.)
4
Standard DIN45325 plug
(IEC 169-2)
75-ohm coaxial cable
AC cord
Place the TV close
to the AC outlet, and
keep the power plug
within reach.
Cable clamp
Bundle the cables
with the clamp.
Product shape varies
in some countries.
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Inserting the batteries
Before using the TV for the first time, insert two “AA” size batteries (supplied). When the batteries become depleted
and the remote control unit fails to operate, replace the batteries with new “AA” size batteries.
Quick guide
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 have worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If you find any
chemical leakage, wipe thoroughly with a cloth.
• The batteries supplied with this product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions.
• If you will not be using the remote control unit for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from it.
Hold in the tab on the battery cover and pull the
cover towards the direction of the arrow.
Insert two supplied “AA” size batteries.
• Place batteries with their terminals corresponding
to the (e) and (f) indications in the battery
compartment.
Insert the smaller tab of the battery cover into
the opening (1), and press down on the cover
until it clicks in place (2).
1
2
3
Using the remote control unit
Use the remote control unit by pointing it towards the remote control sensor. Objects between the remote control
unit and sensor may prevent proper operation.
30° 30°
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 unit.
• The remote control unit may not work properly if the remote control sensor of the
TV is under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such case, change the angle of
the lighting or TV, or operate the remote control unit closer to the remote control
sensor.
5
Remote control sensor
5 m
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1
2
4
3
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
1 B(Standby/On)
Enter standby mode or turn on the
power. (See page 8.)
2 AV MODE
Select a video setting. (See page 13.)
3 0–9
Set the channel in TV and DTV mode.
Set the page in Teletext mode.
4 A(Flashback)
Press to return to the previous image
in normal viewing mode. (Will not work
while operating in EPG/ESG screen.)
5 f(WIDE MODE)
Select the wide mode. (See page 20.)
6 2(Sound mode)
Select the sound multiplex mode.
(See below.)
7 EPG
DTV: To display EPG (Electronic
Programme Guide) screen.
8 ESG
DTV: To display ESG (Electronic Service
Guide) screen. (See page 30.)
9 m(Teletext)
Select the TELETEXT mode. (All TV
image, DTV/DATA image, all TEXT
image, TV/TEXT image) (See pages 21
and 31.)
DTV: Select DTV data broadcasting and
TELETEXT.
10 a/b/c/d(Cursor)
Select a desired item on the setting
screen.
11 END
Exit the menu screen.
12 k(Reveal hidden Teletext)
(See page 21.)
13 3(Freeze/Hold)
(See page 21.)
14 SURROUND
Switch the surround effects on and off.
(See page 15.)
15 RADIO
DTV: Switch between RADIO and DTV
mode.
16 e(Mute)
Switch the sound on and off.
17 DTV
Press to access DTV mode while
watching other input sources, and vice
versa.
(This button will not work if you were
watching DTV immediately before
turning off the TV. In this case first select
any other input source except DTV
using the bbutton.)
18 i(k/l) (Volume)
i(k) Increase the volume.
i(l) Decrease the volume.
19 P (r/s)
TV/DTV: Select the channel.
External: Switch to TV or DTV input
mode.
Teletext: Move to the next/previous
page.
20 b(INPUT SOURCE)
Select an input source.
(TV, DTV, EXT1, EXT2, EXT3, EXT4,
EXT5, EXT6, EXT7) (See page 9.)
21 SLEEP
Set the sleep timer on (in units of 30
min. up to max. 2 hr. 30 min) and off.
22 p(Display information)
(See pages 21, 29 and 30.)
23 DTV MENU
DTV: Display DTV Menu screen.
24 MENU
Display the MENU screen.
(See page 11.)
25 OK
Execute a command within the menu
screen.
Display the programme list. (Except
external input.)
26 RETURN
Return to the previous menu screen.
27 1(Subpage)
(See page 21.)
28 [(Subtitle for Teletext)
TV/External: To turn the subtitles on and
off. (See page 21.)
DTV: Display the subtitle selection
screen. (See page 31.)
29 Colour (Red/Green/Yellow/Blue)
TELETEXT: Select a page. (See page
21.)
DTV: The coloured buttons are used to
select correspondingly to the coloured
items in the menu screen.
NOTE
• When no signal is input, the sound mode will display “MONO”.
NICAM TV broadcasts selection
Signal Selectable items
Stereo NICAM STEREO, MONO
Bilingual NICAM CH A, NICAM CH B,
NICAM CH AB, MONO
Monaural NICAM MONO, MONO
A2 TV broadcasts selection
Signal Selectable items
Stereo STEREO, MONO
Bilingual CH A, CH B, CH AB
Monaural MONO
EUsing 2on the remote control unit
DTV mode:
Press 2to open the multi audio screen. (See page 31.)
Analogue TV mode:
Each time you press 2, the mode switches as illustrated in the following
tables.
Quick guide
Remote control unit
When Sweden is selected in the
country setting from the Initial
auto installation (see page 8), DTV
channels are 4-digit. When another
country is selected, DTV channels
are 3-digit.
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Quick guide
TV (Front view)
TV (Rear view)
10
1
2
6
7
8
9
34 5
13
11
12
NOTE
• Only if you use an active terrestrial antenna, select “On (5V)” under “Supply Voltage”. (See page 18.)
7
Remote control sensor B(Standby/On) indicator
a(Power button)
b(Input button)
i(l/k) (Volume buttons)
P(s/r)
(Programme [channel] buttons)
MENU button
1RS-232C terminal
2EXT 4 (ANALOGUE RGB/AUDIO)
terminals
3EXT 5 (COMPONENT) terminals
4EXT 1 (RGB) terminal
5EXT 2 (RGB) terminal
6Antenna input terminal
(DVB-T 5V=/80 mA)
7OUTPUT (AUDIO) terminals
8EXT 6 (HDMI/AUDIO) terminals
9EXT 7 (HDMI) terminal
10 COMMON INTERFACE slot
11 EXT 3 terminals
12 Headphone jack
13 AC INPUT terminal
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Quick guide
Turning on the power
Press aon the TV or Bon the remote control unit.
Standby mode
Press Bon the remote control unit when the TV is
on.
• The TV enters standby mode and the image on the screen
disappears.
• The Bindicator on the TV changes from green to red.
• To completely turn off the power to the TV, unplug the AC
cord from the AC outlet. However, do not unplug the AC
cord unless otherwise instructed.
Display status indicator
Off Power off.
Red The TV is in standby mode.
Green The TV is on.
NOTE
• If you are not going to use this TV for a long period of time,
be sure to remove the AC cord from the power outlet.
• Weak electric power is still consumed even when ais
turned off.
• In DTV input mode, if the power is turned off immediately
after a setting change from the menu screen, the new
setting or channel information may not be memorised.
Initial auto installation (Analogue)
When the TV powers on for the first time after
purchase, the initial auto installation (Analogue) is
invoked. You can automatically set language, country
and channels in successive operations.
NOTE
• The initial auto installation functions only once. If the initial
auto installation is not completed (ex: When menu screen
disappeared by not operating for a few minutes, when the
power shut down, etc.), try Auto Installation from the Setup
menu. (See page 15.)
• The initial auto installation stops by pressing RETURN.
Setting the on-screen display language
1Press a/b/c/dto select the desired language
listed on the screen.
2Press OK to enter the setting.
Setting the country or area
1Press a/b/c/dto select your country or area
listed on the screen.
2Press OK to enter the setting.
• The programme auto search starts at the same time.
After this setting, auto search starts with the following
order:
1Programme auto search
2Auto labelling
3Auto sorting
4Preset download
You do not need to do anything during the auto search.
The setup menu disappears and you can watch the
programme on channel 1.
1
2
Using the analogue programme list
You can also select the desired channel from
programme list instead of using 0-9 numeric buttons or
P (r/s).
Press OK when no other menu screen is
displayed. (Except external input.)
Press a/bto select the desired channel to
tune in, and then press OK.
Press END to exit the Programme List.
Initial auto installation (DTV)
Digital Video Broadcasting is a transmission scheme.
It is much more than a simple replacement for existing
analogue television transmission. DVB provides more
stations, clearer picture quality and other services
displayed on the screen. It also allows a range of new
features and services including subtitles and multiple
audio tracks.
To watch DTV broadcasts, follow the procedures below
to scan all available services in your area.
Press DTV or bto access the DTV mode.
Press DTV MENU and the DTV Menu screen
displays.
Press c/dto select “Installation”.
Press a/bto select “Auto Installation”, and
then press OK.
If you have already set the PIN, enter it here. If
not, enter the factory preset PIN “1234”.
• See page 17 for setting PIN.
• A confirmation message displays. Press c/dto
select “Yes”, and then press OK to start the search.
The TV starts scanning all available DTV and
radio services in your area.
NOTE
• The language and country settings used in this operation
are the settings you have already set while executing
the Initial auto installation (Analogue). If you want to
reconfigure the country setting, for instance after moving
to another country, conduct “Auto Installation” from the
Analogue Menu again.
• The services are stored according to the channel number
information embedded in the stream (if available). If
the information is not available, the services are stored
according to the order in which they were received.
If you would like to sort the order, it is possible to arrange it
as explained in page 24.
• To cancel the scan in progress, press END.
• You cannot select any DTV-related menu items unless
“Auto Installation” has been completed.
1
2
3
1
2
3
4
5
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Using external equipment
Setting the input source
To view external source images, select the input source using bon the remote control unit or the TV.
NOTE
• The cables marked with * are commercially available items.
Connecting a VCR
You can use the EXT 1 or 2 terminals when connecting
a VCR and other audiovisual equipment.
If your VCR supports TV-VCR advanced AV Link
systems, you can connect the VCR to the EXT 2
terminal of the TV using the fully-wired SCART cable.
AV OUTPUT
NOTE
• TV-VCR advanced AV Link systems may not be compatible
with some external sources.
• TV-OUT from EXT 1 is not outputted when EXT 6 (HDMI),
EXT 7 (HDMI) or DTV is selected as the input.
Connecting a game console or
camcorder
A game console, camcorder and some other
audiovisual equipment are conveniently connected
using the EXT 3 terminals.
NOTE
• EXT 3: The S-VIDEO terminal has priority over the VIDEO
terminals.
Connecting a DVD player
You can use the EXT 2, 3, 5, 6 (HDMI) or 7 (HDMI)
terminals when connecting to a DVD player and other
audiovisual equipment.
AV OUTPUT
NOTE
• EXT 3: The S-VIDEO terminal has priority over the VIDEO
terminals.
NOTE
• When connecting an HDMI-DVI conversion adapter/cable
to the HDMI terminal, the image may not come in clearly.
YPBPRL-AUDIO-R
COMPONENT
9
VCR Decoder
SCART cable* SCART cable*
EXT 1 or 2
Game
console
Camcorder
S-video cable*
Composite
video cable*
AUDIO cable*
EXT 3
or
DVD player
EXT 3
or
AUDIO cable*
S-video cable*
Composite
video cable*
EXT 5
AUDIO cable*
Component cable*
DVD player
DVD player
HDMI-DVI conversion adapter/
cable*
When using an HDMI-DVI
conversion adapter/cable,
input the Audio signal here.
If not, use EXT 7.
EXT 6
DVD player
HDMI-certified cable*
EXT 7
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Using external equipment
Connecting a decoder
You can use the EXT 1 terminal when connecting a
decoder and other audiovisual equipment.
NOTE
• In cases when the decoder needs to receive signal from
the TV, make sure to set “Decoder” to “EXT1” in the
Programme Setup “Manual Adjust” menu. (See page 16.)
• Do not connect the decoder to the EXT 2 terminal.
Connecting a PC
Use the EXT 4 terminals to connect a PC.
NOTE
• The cables marked with * are commercially available items.
• The PC input terminals are DDC1/2B-compatible.
• Refer to page 33 for a list of PC signals compatible with the
TV.
• When connecting to a PC, the correct input signal type is
automatically detected.
Using AV Link function
This TV incorporates three typical AV Link functions
for smooth connections between the TV and other
audiovisual equipment.
One Touch Play
While the TV is in standby mode, it automatically turns
on and plays back the image from the audiovisual
source (e.g. VCR, DVD).
WYSIWYR (What You See Is What You Record)
When the remote control unit of the connected VCR
has the WYSIWYR button, you can automatically start
recording by pressing the WYSIWYR button.
Preset Download
Automatically transfers the channel preset information
from the tuner on the TV to the one on the connected
audiovisual equipment (e.g. VCR) via the EXT 2
terminal.
NOTE
• Refer to operation manuals of each external equipment for
the details.
• Only works when the audiovisual equipment is connected
to the EXT 2 terminal on the TV with AV Link via a fully
wired SCART.
• The use of the AV Link function is only possible if the
TV-set has enforced a complete auto-installation with the
connected audiovisual equipment (page 8, Initial auto
installation).
The availability of the AV Link function depends on
the audiovisual equipment used. Depending on the
manufacturer and type of equipment used, it is possible
that the described functions may be completely or partially
unusable.
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EXT 1
SCART cable*
PC
ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable*
RGB cable*
PC
RGB/DVI conversion cable*
ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable*
EXT 4
EXT 4
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Menu operations
Menu operation buttons
Use the following buttons on the remote control unit to
operate the menu.
MENU: Press to open or close the menu screen.
a/b/c/d:Press to select a desired item on the screen
or adjust a selected item.
OK: Press to go to the next step or complete the
setting.
RETURN: Press to return to the previous step.
DTV MENU: Press to open or close the DTV Menu
screen.
END: Press to exit the menu item.
Operation without a remote control
This function is useful when there is no remote control
within your reach.
Press MENU briefly to
display the direct control
screen.
Press P(s/r)instead of
a/bor ik/linstead of
c/dto select the item.
Press bto complete the setting.
NOTE
• The direct control menu screen will disappear if left
unattended for several seconds.
1
2
3
On-Screen Display
Example
MENU [Option ... Colour System]
Option
Audio Only
DNR
Input Select
Colour System
[Off]
[CVBS]
[AUTO]
1Item displayed in white
• This indicates an item can be selected.
2Item displayed in yellow
• This indicates the item currently selected.
3Item in brackets
• This indicates the current setting for the item.
4Item with 4displayed in grey
• This indicates the item cannot be selected for various
reasons.
NOTE
• Menu options differ in the selected input modes, but the
operating procedures are the same.
• The screens in the operation manual are for explanation
purposes (some are enlarged, others cropped) and may
vary slightly from the actual screens.
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2
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Menu operations
Common operations
Menu Operation: A
1Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
2Press c/dto select the desired menu.
3Press a/bto select the desired menu item,
and then press OK (Example: AV Mode, etc.).
• Select “Reset” to reset all adjustment items to the
factory preset values.
MENU [Picture]
Picture Audio
Contrast
AV Mode [STANDARD]
Brightness
Colour
Tint
Sharpness
Advanced
Reset
[+30]
[0]
[0]
[0]
[0]
0
0
–30
–30
–30
+40
+30
+30
+30
+10
Backlight [+6] –8 +8
4Press a/b/c/dto select the desired item,
and then press OK.
STANDARD
SOFT
ECO
USER
DYNAMIC
Menu Operation: B
1Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
2Press c/dto select the desired menu.
3Press a/bto select the desired menu item
(Example: Backlight, Contrast, etc.).
4Press c/dto adjust the item to your desired
position.
• Select “Reset” to reset all adjustment items to the
factory preset values.
MENU [Picture ... Backlight]
Picture Audio
Contrast
AV Mode [STANDARD]
Brightness
Colour
Tint
Sharpness
Advanced
Reset
[+30]
[0]
[0]
[0]
[0]
0
–30
–30
–30
0
+40
+30
+30
+30
+10
Backlight [+6] –8 +8
Menu Operation: C
1Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
2Press c/dto select the desired menu.
3Press a/bto select the desired menu item,
and then press OK (Example: Advanced, etc.).
4Press a/bto select the desired menu item,
and then press OK (Example: Colour Temp.,
Black, etc.).
• Select “Reset” to reset all adjustment items to the
factory preset values.
Colour Temp.
Black
3D - Y/C
Monochrome
Film Mode
High
Mid-High
Middle
Mid-Low
Low
5Press a/b/c/dto select or adjust the desired
item, and then press OK.
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Picture menu
Menu operations
MENU [Picture]
Picture Audio
Contrast
AV Mode [STANDARD]
Brightness
Colour
Tint
Sharpness
Advanced
Reset
[+30]
[0]
[0]
[0]
[0]
0
0
–30
–30
–30
+40
+30
+30
+30
+10
Backlight [+6] –8 +8
AV Mode
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
AV Mode gives you five viewing options to choose from
to best match the system environment, which can vary
due to factors like room-brightness, type of programme
watched or the type of image input from external
equipment.
STANDARD: For a highly defined image in a normally
bright room. (Enhanced Picture Contrast: On)
SOFT*: Creates a softer image. (Enhanced Picture
Contrast: On)
ECO*: Reduces power consumption. (Enhanced
Picture Contrast: Off)
USER: Allows the user to customise settings as
desired. You can set the mode for each input source.
(Enhanced Picture Contrast: Off)
DYNAMIC*: For a clear-cut image emphasising high
contrast for sports viewing. (Enhanced Picture
Contrast: On)
NOTE
• You can also select AV Mode options by pressing AV
MODE on the remote control unit.
• You can adjust the factory preset parameters given in
“STANDARD”, “SOFT”, “ECO” and “DYNAMIC”. The
parameters chosen affect each of the input sources.
• The items marked with * are only available for TV/DTV/AV
input mode.
• Enhanced Picture Contrast technology detects the source
video characteristics and smoothly adjusts the screen
brightness accordingly, enabling deeper black levels.
Picture adjustments
Menu Operation: B (page 12)
Adjust the picture to your preference with the following
picture settings.
Adjustment items
Selectable
items cbutton dbutton
Backlight The screen dims The screen brightens
Contrast For less contrast For more contrast
Brightness For less brightness For more brightness
Colour For less colour
intensity
For more colour
intensity
Tint Skin tones become
purplish
Skin tones become
greenish
Sharpness For less sharpness For more sharpness
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Menu operations
Advanced
Menu Operation: C (page 12)
This TV provides various advanced functions for
optimising the picture quality.
Colour Temp.
Black
3D - Y/C
Monochrome
Film Mode
High
Mid-High
Middle
Mid-Low
Low
Colour Temp.
Adjust the colour temperature to give the best white
image.
Film Mode
Automatically detect a film-based source (originally
encoded at 24/25 frames/second, depending on the
vertical frequency), analyses it then recreates each still
film frame for high-definition picture quality.
Audio menu
MENU [Audio]
Audio Power Control
Treble
Bass
Balance
Surround
Reset
[Off]
Auto Vol. [Off]
Clear Voice [Off]
[0]
[0]
–15
L
+15
[0] –15 +15
R
AV Mode [STANDARD]
AV Mode
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
This option links to AV Mode in the Picture menu. (See
page 13.)
Audio adjustments
Menu Operation: B (page 12)
You can adjust the sound quality to your preference
with the following settings.
Selectable
items cbutton dbutton
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
Black
For easier viewing, change the viewing depth by
selecting a level for automatically adjusting the dark
portion of an image.
3D-Y/C
Provide high quality images with minimal dot crawl and
cross colour noise by detecting changes in the image.
NOTE
• 3D-Y/C may not operate depending on the input signal
type or noisy input signal.
• 3D-Y/C has even more effect on composite video signals
(CVBS).
Monochrome
For viewing a video in monochrome.
NOTE
• When Monochrome is set to “On”, the DTV Menu screen
displays in monochrome.
High: White with bluish tone
Mid-High: Intermediate tone between High and Middle
Middle: Natural tone
Mid-Low: Intermediate tone between Middle and Low
Low: White with reddish tone
Off: No detecting
Standard: Normal adjustment
Fast: Set the optimum image quality for fast-moving
images.
Slow: Set the optimum image quality for slow-moving
images.
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Menu operations
Surround
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
Surround function allows you to enjoy realistic “live”
sound.
NOTE
• You can also choose surround effects by pressing
SURROUND on the remote control unit.
Auto Vol.
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
Different sound sources, fairly often do not have the
same volume level, for example the changing from
movie to the advertisements. The Automatic Volume
Control (Auto Vol.) solves this problem and equalises
the volume levels.
Clear Voice
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
This function emphasises speech voice against the
background noise for more intelligibility. It is not
recommended for music sources.
Power Control menu
MENU [Power Control]
Power Control
No Signal Off
No Operation Off
[Disable]
[Disable]
Setup
No Signal Off
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
When set to “Enable” the TV will automatically enter the
standby mode if there is no signal input for 15 minutes.
• Five minutes before the TV enters standby mode, the
remaining time displays every minute.
NOTE
• When a TV programme finishes, this function may not
operate.
• This function is not available in DTV mode.
No Operation Off
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
When set to “Enable” the TV will automatically enter
the standby mode if no operations are performed for 3
hours.
• Five minutes before the TV enters standby mode, the
remaining time displays every minute.
Power Management
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
When set, the TV will automatically enter the standby
mode.
Off: • No power management
• Factory preset value.
Mode1: • If there is no signal input for 8 minutes, the
TV enters the standby mode.
• Even if you start using the PC and the
signal inputs again, the TV stays in standby
mode.
• The TV turns on again by pressing aon
the TV or Bon the remote control unit.
(See page 8.)
Mode2: • If there is no signal input for 8 seconds, the
TV enters the standby mode.
• When you start using the PC and the signal
inputs again, the TV turns on.
• The TV turns on again by pressing aon
the TV or Bon the remote control unit.
(See page 8.)
Setup menu
MENU [Setup]
Setup Option
Child Lock
Auto Installation
Programme Setup
Position
WSS
4:3 Mode [Panorama]
[On]
[Off (0V)]Supply Voltage
[English]Language
Auto Installation
You can run Auto Installation again, even after setting
up the preset channels.
Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
Press c/dto select “Setup”.
Press a/bto select “Auto Installation”, and
then press OK.
If you have already set the PIN under “Child
Lock”, enter it here.
• See page 17 for setting PIN.
Press c/dto select “Yes”, and then press OK.
You can set language and country the same as
in the initial auto installation. Follow steps 1 and
2 on page 8.
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2
3
4
5
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Menu operations
Programme Setup
This section describes how to set up analogue TV
channels manually.
Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
Press c/dto select “Setup”.
Press a/bto select “Programme Setup”, and
then press OK.
If you have already set the PIN under “Child
Lock”, enter it here.
• See page 17 for setting PIN.
Press a/bto select “Auto Search”, “Manual
Adjust”, “Sort” or “Erase Programme”, and then
press OK.
Auto Search
Manual Adjust
Sort
Erase Programme
No Yes
Auto Search
You can automatically search for and download TV
channels by performing the procedure below. This is
the same function as from programme auto search to
preset download in Auto Installation.
Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Programme Setup.
Press c/dto select “Yes”, and then press OK.
1Programme auto search
2Auto labelling
3Auto sorting
4Preset download
Manual Adjust
You can set some channel items manually.
MENU
[Setup ... Programme Setup]
Fine
Colour sys.
Sound sys.
Label
Skip
Decoder
Lock
[179.25]
[AUTO]
[B/G]
[Off]
[SAT.1]
[Off]
[Off]
179.25 MHz
Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Programme Setup.
Press c/dto select “Yes”, and then press OK.
Press a/b/c/dto select the channel you
want to edit, and then press OK.
• The selected channel information displays.
1
2
3
4
1
2
1
2
3
Press a/bto select the desired menu item,
and then press OK.
Press a/b/c/dto select or adjust.
NOTE
• When you exit Programme Setup “Manual Adjust”
menu, preset download automatically runs if you change
information on that menu.
4
5
You can adjust the frequency to your desired position.
NOTE
• Adjust while checking the background picture as a
reference.
• Instead of pressing c/dto adjust the frequency in step
5 above, you can set by directly entering the frequency
number of the channel with 0–9.
EXAMPLE
• 179.25 MHz: Press 1 s7 s9 s2 s5.
• 49.25 MHz: Press 4 s9 s2 s5 sOK.
Select the optimum colour systems to receive. (AUTO,
PAL, SECAM)
Select the optimum sound systems (Broadcasting
systems) to receive. (B/G, D/K, I, L, L’)
When a TV channel sends its Network Name, the Auto
Installation detects the information and assigns a name
to it. However, you can change individual channel
names.
Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Manual Adjust.
Press a/b/c/dto select each character of
the new name for the channel, and then press
OK.
Repeat step 2 above until the name is fully spelt
out.
• The name can be 5 characters or less.
• If a channel name is less than 5 characters, select
“END”, then press OK.
1
2
3
Channels with “Skip” set to “On” are passed over when
using P (r/s)even if selected while watching the
image from the TV.
When connecting a decoder to the unit, you need to
select EXT1.
NOTE
• “Off” is factory preset value.
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Colour sys.
Sound sys. (Broadcasting system)
Label
Skip
Decoder
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You can block the viewing of any channel.
NOTE
• See “Child Lock” for setting PIN.
• When Lock is set to “On” for a channel, “Child lock has
been activated.” displays, and the image and sound of the
channel are blocked.
• When pressing OK while “Child lock has been activated.”
displays, PIN input menu will display. Inputting the correct
PIN lifts the child lock temporarily until the power is turned
off.
Menu operations
Sort
Channel positions can be sorted freely.
Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Programme Setup.
Press c/dto select “Yes”, and then press OK.
Press a/b/c/dto select the channel you
want to move, and then press OK.
Press a/b/c/dto move it to the desired
position, and then press OK.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all desired channels
are sorted.
Erase Programme
An individual programme can be erased.
Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Programme Setup.
Press c/dto select “Yes”, and then press
OK.
Press a/b/c/dto select the channel you
want to erase, and then press OK.
• A message screen pops up.
Press c/dto select “Yes”, and then press
OK to erase the selected programme. All the
subsequent programmes move up.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all desired channels
are erased.
Child Lock
Allows you to use a PIN to protect certain settings from
being accidentally changed.
Changing the PIN
Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
Press c/dto select “Setup”.
Press a/bto select “Child Lock”, and then
press OK.
New PIN –––
Reconfirm ––––
–
Change PIN
Reset
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
Enter the 4-digit number as a PIN using 0 – 9.
Enter the same 4-digit number as in step 4 to
confirm.
• “The system PIN has been changed successfully”
displays.
NOTE
• To view a locked channel, you must enter a PIN. (See this
page and page 27 for locking channels from viewing in
analogue TV and DTV mode.) When you select a locked
channel, a PIN prompt message pops up. Press OK to
display the PIN input window.
Resetting the PIN
Allow you to reset your PIN to the factory preset
“1234”.
Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Changing the PIN.
Enter the PIN.
Press a/bto select “Reset”, and then press
OK.
Press c/dto select “Yes”, and then press OK.
NOTE
• As a precautionary measure, make a note of your PIN
on the back of this operation manual, cut it out and
keep it in a safe place that children cannot reach.
• See page 32 for resetting the current PIN to the
factory preset “1234” if you lose or forget your PIN.
Input Label
You can assign each input source a label you like.
Press bto select the desired input source.
Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
Press c/dto select “Setup”.
Press a/bto select “Input Label”, and then
press OK.
Press a/b/c/dto select each character of
the new name for the input source, and then
press OK.
Repeat step 5 above until the name is fully spelt
out, and then press OK.
• The name can be 6 characters or less.
• If a label name is less than 6 characters, select
“END”, then press OK.
NOTE
• You cannot change the label if the input source is TV or
DTV.
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5
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
6
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Menu operations
H-Pos.: Centres the image by moving it to the left or
right.
V-Pos.: Centres the image by moving it up or down.
NOTE
• Adjustments are stored separately according to input
source.
• Depending on the input signal type a position setting may
not be available.
WSS (Wide Screen Signalling)
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
WSS allows a television to switch automatically among
the different screen formats.
NOTE
• Use WIDE MODE if an image does not switch to the
correct screen format. When the broadcast signal contains
no WSS information, the function will not work even if
enabled. (See page 20.)
4:3 Mode
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
The WSS signal has 4:3 auto-switching that allows you
to select between Normal and Panorama.
Normal: Normal range keeping 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio
Panorama: Wide image without side bars
WSS signal 4:3 screen
4:3 mode “Panorama”
4:3 mode “Normal”
Language
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
You can select a language from the Setup menu.
Select from among 13 languages. (Dutch, English,
Finnish, French, German, Greek, Italian, Polish,
Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish)
Supply Voltage
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
Switch on or off the power to the antenna connected
to the antenna input terminal. (See page 4.)
Option menu
MENU [Option]
Option
Audio Only
DNR
Input Select
Colour System
[Off]
[CVBS]
[AUTO]
NOTE
• “HDMI Setup” is displayed only when “EXT6” or “EXT7” is
selected from the INPUT SOURCE menu.
Audio Only
Menu Operation: A (page 12)
When listening to music from a music programme, you
can set the TV off and enjoy audio only.
Off: Both screen images and audio are output.
On: Audio is output without screen image.
Fine Sync.
Menu Operation: C (page 12)
Ordinarily, the TV automatically adjusts image positions
coming from PC (Auto Sync. function). In some cases,
however, manual adjustment is needed to optimise the
image.
H-Pos.: Centres the image by moving it to the left or
right.
V-Pos.: Centres the image by moving it up or down.
Clock: Adjusts when the image flickers with vertical
stripes.
Phase: Adjusts when characters have low contrast or
when the image flickers.
NOTE
• If you need to adjust the image position, adjust the position
using your PC.
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Menu Operation: C (page 12)
For adjusting a picture’s horizontal and vertical position.
XGA Mode
Menu Operation: C (page 12)
You can select one of the 3 input signals listed below
to adjust the picture resolution when the PC input is an
XGA signal.
1024 g768
1280 g768
1360 g768
NOTE
• Depending on the graphics card, resolutions of 1360 g
768 may not display correctly.
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