Sharp LC-32D42U User manual

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LC-32D42U
LC-37D42U
LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
ENGLISH
OPERATION MANUAL
•The illustrations and on-screen displays in this operation
manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from
the actual operations.
•Menu items that
are not selectable are grayed out.
•The examples used throughout this manual are based on the
LC-32D42U model.
IMPORTANT:
To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please record the
lV's model and serial numbers in the space provided. The
numbers are located at the rear of the
lV.
Model No.:
Serial No.:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrow-head
symbol, within
an equilateral triangle,
is intended
to alert the 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.
•
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.
The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
tMATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE
SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION:
DO NOT PLACE THIS PRODUCT ON AN UNSTABLE CART, STAND, TRIPOD, BRACKET, OR TABLE. -
THE PRODUCT MAY FALL CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND SERIOUS DAMAGE TO
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THE PRODUCT. USE ONLY WITH ACART, 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. APRODUCT AND CART COMBINATION SHOULD BE
"M"~
MOVED WITH CARE, QUICK STOPS, EXCESSIVE FORCE, AND UNEVEN SURFACES MAY CAUSE ..
THE PRODUCT AND CART COMBINATION TO OVERTURN,
WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
CAUTION:
This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other
equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded
cables and
connectors for connections.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:
SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-32D42U/LC-37D42U
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.sharousa.com
INFORMATION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in aresidential 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 aparticular 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 acircuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or
an experienced radiofTV technician for help.
"Note to
CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the National
Electrical Code that provides gUidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practicaL"
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be
regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eia.org
Trademarks
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
•"HOMI, the HDMI
logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC."
•
Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR® are designed to protect the environment through superior energy
efficiency.
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DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER
Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp Liquid Crystal Television. To ensure safety and many years
of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Instructions carefully before
using this product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage
if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety.
However,
improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please
observe
the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety
and prolong the service life of your Liquid Crystal Television, please read the following precautions carefully
before using
the product.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. Apolarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. Agrounding type plug has two blades and athird 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 arisk of fire or electric shock.
17)
Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in afire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid
of any kind on the prodUCt.
18)
Damage Requiring Service- Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel
under the following conditions:
a) When the AC cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
c} If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment
of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by aqualified 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 awall or ceiling, be sure to install the product
according to the method recommended by the manufacturer.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•Water and Moisture -Do not use this product near water -for example, near abath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in awet basement; or near aswimming 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 acart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended
by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When mounting the product on awall,
be sure to
follow the manufacturer's instructions. Use only the mounting hardware recommended by the
manufacturer.
•Selecting the location -Select aplace with no direct sunlight and good ventilation.
•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 abed, 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 abookcase or rack, unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions are followed.
•The Liquid Crystal panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the
product is dropped or applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in
case the panel breaks.
•Heat -The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
•The Liquid Crystal panel
is avery high technology product with 3,147,264 thin film transistors, giving you fine picture details.
Occasionally, afew non-active pixels may appear on the screen as afixed 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,
•Lightning -For added protection for this television equipment during alightning storm, or
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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
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power-line surges. \~ /
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•Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where
it can fall into such power lines
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna
system
is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810
of the National Electrical Code, ANS1/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
NEC -NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
LEAD
IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
~.e:;....;::::,_ GROUND CLAMPS
-=~ POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE
SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART
H)
•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 asoft cloth and gently wipe the surface of the display panel. Using ahard cloth may
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scratch the panel surface. lf0
•Use asoft 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 adirty 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,
•Do not display astill picture for along time,
as this could cause an afterimage to remain.
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Supplied accessories
Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.
Operation manual
(x 1)
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WiWW1f
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Stand unit
(x 1)
Page 6
Cable Clamp (x 1)
Cable tie (x 1)
Page 7
AC cord
(x 1)
Page 7
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"AM" size battery
(x2)
Page 8
Remote control unit
(x 1)
Page 8
-Always use the AC cord supplied with the TV.
QUICK REFERENCE
•Before attaching (or detaching) the stand, unplug the AC cord from the AC INPUT terminal.
•Before performing work spread cushioning over the base area to
lay the TV on. This will prevent it from being
damaged.
-
•Attach the stand in the correct direction.
•Be sure to follow the instructions. Incorrect installation of the stand may result
in the TV falling over.
® cr ~ Hex key
I
CD Insert the stand into the openings on the
bottom ofthe TV.
®Insert and tighten the 4screws into the 4
holes on the rear of the TV.
•To detach the stand, perform the steps in reverse order.
CD Set the post for the stand unit onto the
box.
®Attach the base to the post.
®Insert and tighten the 5screws into the 5
holes on the bottom ofthe base.
Confirm that there are 9screws
(all the same
size) supplied with the TV.
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QUICK REFERENCE
If the remote control fails to operate TV functions, replace the batteries in the remote control unit.
1Open the battery cover. 2Insert
two "MA" size batteries
(supplied with the product).
•Place the batteries with their terminals
corresponding to the (+)and (- )
indications in the battery compartment.
3Close the battery cover.
-
Improper use of batteries can result in 'chemicalleakage 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 acloth.
•The batteries supplied with this product may have ashorter 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.
Remote control
sensor
17' (5 m)
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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.
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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 SETIINGS SECTION for EZ Setup and basic channel setup functions
and USING EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SECTION for other device connections
(DVD, VCR, AUDIO, etc) in your
AQUOS operation manual.
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Contents
IMPORTANT INFORMATION .. : 1
Trademarks 2
DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
Supplied accessories 6
QUICK REFERENCE 6
Attaching the stand " 6
Contents 9
Part names 10
1V (Front) 10
1V (Rear) 10
Remote control unit 11
Preparation 12
Using the remote control unit.. 12
Cautions regarding the remote control unit 12
Antennas 12
Connecting aBlu-ray
disc player, HD-DVD player,
DVD player or a
Digital1V STB (Air or Cable) ... 13
Connecting aVCR, 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
volumelsound 18
Setting MTSISAP stereo mode 19
Setting Digital broadcasting audio mode 19
Basic adjustment settings 20
Menu operation buttons 20
On-Screen Display 20
Menu items for 1V/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
liP 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 PC input mode) 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 1V 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.
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Part names
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Remote control sensor--'""""8- T
OPC sensor* --1_
BID
*OPC: Optical Picture Control (See page 25.)
**See page 15 for TV status indicator.
POWER SLEEP OPC
1T
-.--- OPC indicator*
.L.., ---- SLEEP indicator**
-POWER indicator**
POWER
POWER button
~
INPUT button
AC INPUT terminal
INPUT- VOL +
Channel buttons
(CHV//\J
Volume
buttons]
(VOL-I+)
--
AUDIO OUTPUT terminals
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal
AUDIO terminals (INPUT
5)
PC IN terminals (INPUT 6)
I------+_ INPUT 1terminals
Antenna/Cable
in
HDMI terminal (INPUT 5)
HDMI terminal (INPUT 4)
@AUDIO
------------ INPUT 3terminals
r----------- INPUT 2terminals
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Part names
-
•When using the remote control unit, point it at the "TV.
1 TV POWER: Switch the TV power on or enters
standby mode. (See page 15.)
2DISPLAY: Display the channel information.
3 SOURCE POWER: Turns the power of the external
equipment on and off.
4External equipment operational buttons: Operate
the external equipment.
5 0 -
9: Set the channel. (See page 17.)
6•
(DOn: (See pages 17 and 48.)
7INPUT: Select a TV input source. (TV, INPUT 1,
INPUT 2, INPUT 3, INPUT 4, INPUT
5, INPUT 6) (See
pages
29 and 30.)
8VOL +/ -: Set the volume. (See page 18.)
9SURROUND: 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,
CBUSAT, 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 5seconds.
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 achannel after selecting with the 0-9
buttons.
18 FLASHBACK: Return to the previous channel or
external input mode. (See page 17.)
19 CH/\fV: Select the channel. (See page 17.)
20 MUTE: Mute the sound. (See page 18.)
21 MENU: Display the menu screen.
22 .. .IT/ .... /~/ENTER: Select adesired item on the
screen.
23 RETURN: Return to the previous menu screen.
24 FAVORITE CH
A, B, C, D: Select 4preset favorite channels in 4
different categories. (See
page 24 for details.)
While watching, you can
toggle the selected channels
by pressing A, B, Cand D.
25 FAVORITE: Register favorite channel. (See page 24.)
26 CC: Display captions from aclosed-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.)
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Preparation
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.
•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 1V is
under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such cases, change the angle of the lighting or
the 1V, or operate the remote control unit closer to the remote control sensor.
To enjoy aclearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. The following is abrief explanation of the types of connections
that are used for acoaxial cable.
If your outdoor antenna uses a75-ohm coaxial cable with an F-type connector,
plug
it into the antenna terminal at the rear of the TV set.
1. A75-ohm system is generally around cable with F-type
connector that can easily be attached to aterminal
without tools (Commercially available).
F-type connector
~
----_1';111- 75-ohm coaxial cable (round)
2. A300-ohm system is aflat "twin-lead" cable that can be
attached to a75-ohm terminal through a300/75-ohm
adapter (Commercially available).
••••• === 300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat)
~ 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.)
~~~type connector
75-ohm coaxial cable
Connecting Antenna Cable
CD Cable without aCATV
converter
Home Antenna
terminal (75-ohm)
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Coaxial cable
(commercially available)
•Connect the antenna cable
to the TV using one of the
methods
in the illustration
as shown
<CD, ®, ®or @).
300/75-ohmadapter
(commercially available)
Home Antenna
terminal (75-ohm)
---------- ~ ~===1)==~
Coaxial cable
(commercially available)
300-ohm
,lIImtwEin=-le=ad Combiner
~ \(commercially
available)
300-ohm twin-lead I I
.111111~_=':-IN OUT.~I ------IIIII(IfKtJ[f} ...... --~-~~
75-ohm coaxial cable /To 1V antenna
W". terminal
VHF UHF
ANTENNA ANTENNA
@Separate VHF/UHF
antenna
®Combination VHF/
UHF antenna
®VHF/UHF antenna
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Preparation
You can connect many types of external equipment to
your
1V like aBlu-ray disc player, HD-DVD player, DVD
player, VCR, Digital1V 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 1V.
(See pages 29 and 30.)
•To protect equipment, always turn off the 1V 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 achoice of output formats,
please select 720p for use with this 1V.
You can use the INPUT 1, INPUT 2or INPUT 3
terminals when connecting
to aBlu-ray disc player,
HD-DVD player,
DVD player, aDigital1V STB (Air or
Cable) and other audiovisual equipment.
When using composite cable (commercially
available). (INPUT 1or
2)
AVCR, game console, camcorder and other
audiovisual equipment can be conveniently connected
using the INPUT 1
to 3terminals.
When using S-VIDEO cable (commercially
available).
S-VIDEO
0-
VCR/Game console/
Camcorder
When using composite cable (commercially
available).
It is possible to output audio through the DIGITAL
AUDIO OUTPUT terminal. (See page 28 for details.)
PCM audio outputs from the terminal.
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Preparation
You can use the INPUT 4or INPUT 5terminal when connecting HOMI equipment.
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HOMI equipment
•When using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable, input the audio signal to AUDIO terminal of INPUT 5.
•When receiving
an incompatible signal, such as 1 OSOp, 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."
When connecting to aPC with an analog RGB terminal. (INPUT 6)
PC
RGB cable
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It is necessary to set the PC correctly to display XGA and WXGA signal. Refer to page 37 to set PC input signals.
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SVGA
XGA
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640 x 480
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1360 x 768
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37.5 kHz
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46.9 kHz
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56.5 kHz
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60.0 kHz
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70 Hz
60 Hz
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Watching TV
Simple operations for watching aTV program
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POWER
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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.)
•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.
Press POWER on the TV, or TV POWER on the
remote control unit.
•The TV enters standby mode and the image on the screen
disappears.
•The POWER indicator on the TV gradually turns off.
POWER ope indicator
indicator
SLEEP indicator
TV POWER (On/Standby)
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TV status indicator (POWER)
•If you are not going to use this TV for along 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.
TV status indicator (Ope)
ON
OFF/Standby
Lighting (Green)
Lights off
"Off"
is selected in OPC setting
"On" or "On: Display"
is selected in OPC setting
•See page 25
for details.
TV status indicator (SLEEP)
"Off" is selected in SLEEP setting
"30", "60", "90"
or "120" is selected in SLEEP setting
•See page
33 for details.
Lights off
Lighting (Green)
Lights off
Lighting (Red)
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Watching TV
When you turn on the 1V 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 1V. (See page 12.)
3. Plug in the AC cord to the AC outlet. (See page 7.)
Example
•The Channel search will start automatically.
•To exit the Channel search screen, select "Cancel",
and then press ENTER.
When "Cable" is selected in Antenna
setting:
Press .. IT to 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.
When "Air"
is selected in Antenna setting:
Press ..... /~ to select "Start", and then press
ENTER.
Channel search
Channel auto search makes the 1V look for all
channels viewable in the set area.
Press ..... /~ to select "Air" or "Cable".
Press ENTER to enter the setting.
Example
Language setting
Select from among 3languages: English, French and
Spanish.
Press .. IT to select the desired language
listed on the screen, and then press ENTER.
Antenna setting
Make sure what kind of connection is made with your
1V when selecting "Air" or "Cable".
•
•If no channel is found, confirm the type of connection made
with your 1V and try EZ Setup again. (See page 22.)
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Watching TV
You can change channels in several ways.
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Method 1
Using CH /\/V on the remote control unit or on the
TV.
Method 2
CD Press FLASHBACK to switch to the previously
tuned channel.
®Press FLASHBACK again to switch back to the
currently tuned channel.
•FLASHBACK will not work if no channel has been
changed after the 1V is turned on.
Method 3
Using remote control buttons 0-9, • (DOT) to select
channels for VHF/UHF/CATV/OIGITAL.
To select a 1 or 2-digit channel number
(e. g., Channel 5):
Press 5~ENT
•When selecting a1-digit channel number, it is not
necessary to press 0before the number.
•When you enter 0-9 only, channel selection will be made if
there is no operation within afew seconds.
To select a3-digit channel number
(e. g., Channel 115):
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To select a4-digit channel number
(e. g., Channel 22.1):
Press 2 ~2~ • (DOT) ~ 1 ~ENT
•When you enter 0-9 only, channel selection will be made if
there is no operation within afew seconds.
• If you push "0" by itself, nothing will happen.
•Complete the above steps within afew seconds.
•When you enter 0-9 and • (OOT) ,channel selection will be
made if there is no operation within afew seconds.
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Watching TV
~ Changing the volume
You can change the volume on the TV or on the
remote control unit.
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Using MUTE on the remote control unit
Mutes the current sound output. I
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• [~will be displayed on the screen for 30 minutes, and the
sound is silenced.
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the remote control unit.
Audio status
•Within 30 minutes of pressing MUTE, mute can be
canceled by using one of the methods below.
-Mute will cancel if you press VOL - / +or MUTE.
•Mute will be canceled after 30 minutes have passed.
However, the 1V will not suddenly output aloud sound as
the volume level is set to 0automatically.
• Using SURROUND on the remote control unit
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*When "Output Select" is set to "Variable", the indicator on
the screen changes as shown below.
•See page 36 for details on the Output Select function.
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.
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•You can have the same settings by choosing "Surround"
on the menu items. (See page 27.)
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Watching TV
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Press AUDIO to toggle
between audio modes.
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Examples: when receiving Digital broadcasting
The types of audio transmitted in adigital broadcast
include SURROUND as well as MONO and STEREO.
In addition, it is possible for multiple audio tracks to
accompany asingle video track.
•MTS only operates while in TV mode.
You can change MTS as
shown below to match the
television broadcast signal.
The TV has afeature that allows reception of sound
other than the main audio for the program. This feature
is called Multi-channel Television Sound (MTS). The TV
with MTS can receive mono sound, stereo sound and
Secondary Audio Programs
(SAP). The SAP feature
allows aTV station to broadcast other information,
which could be audio in another language or something
completely different like weather information.
You can enjoy Hi-Fi stereo sound or SAP
broadcasts where available.
Cl Stereo broadcasts
View programs like live sporting events, shows and
concerts in dynamic stereo sound.
•SAP broadcasts
Receive TV broadcasts in either MAIN or SAP sound.
MAIN sound: The normal program soundtrack (either in
mono or stereo).
SAP sound: Listen to asecond language, supplementary
commentary or other information. (SAP is mono sound.)
If stereo sound is difficult to hear.
•Obtain aclearer sound by manually switching to
fixed mono-sound mode.
Examples: when receiving MTS and SAP
STEREO mode MAIN+SAP mode
STEREO +SAP mode MONO
mode
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