Sharp 32SF56B User manual

Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR ® are designed to protect the
environment through superior energy efficiency°
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•I&ttPORTANT INFORMATION/IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS .................................................... 2-4
- Trademarks ................................................ 5
o Supplied Accessories .............................. 5
• Before OperatingYourTelevision ................... 5
° Antenna Connections ................... 6-7
° Quick Reference Control Operation .............. 8-9
o EZ SETUP during First Use ........................ 10-11
- Antenna Setup-DIGITAL ....... t 1-12
o Accessing the MAIN MENU screen without
Remote Control ............................. 12
• Channel Cafl ........................... 12
° Changing Viewing Channel ........................ 13
o Language ................................ 14
•Sleep Timer ........................................... 14
o Video Adjust ....................................... 15
o Audio Select ................ I6-17
MTS (MultichannelTV Sound) ................... t6
SPEAKER (internal Speaker Switch) ..... t6
FAO (Fixed Audio Output) .............. 16
AUDIO ADJUST ........................ 17
oDigital Audio ................................... 18
I This operation manual includes basic operating
instructions in Spanish and French
SPANISH is on page 54-59
FRENCH is on page 60-65
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• Closed Caption ................................ 19-20
° Parent Control .................. 2'l-31
V-CHIP Operation ................ 2t-28
VIEW TIMER ........................... 29-31
° Energy Save .............. 32
° Set Up ................. 33-40
EZ Setup ........................... 33-34
Channel Setting .................. 34-36
Blue Screen ...................... 37
Personal Preference ............................ 38-39
Universal Plus Function .............. 39-40
•Auto Input ................................ 40
• CHiInput ID .................... 41-42
• Screen Format ...................... 43-44
. Using the Video and Audio input Terminals 45-46
° Using the Audio Output Terminals ......... 47
o Operation of Universal Remote Control ..... 48-51
° Before Calling for Service ........................ 52
, Calling for Service ...................... 52
o Warning message for Digital broadcasting 53
° Specifications ..................... 53
, Limited Warranty ........................ 66
OB!OO[BYI'
DIGITAL

Welcome to the SHARP Family We are pleased that you are now the owner of a SHARP Color Television
- built for outstanding quality, reliability and performance
Every SHARP Color Television set is tuned and adjusted for proper color and sound, and has passed
through the most stringent quality control tests at the factory We have prepared this OPERATION MANUAL
so that you may adjust the picture and color to your personal viewing preference
We sincerely hope that you receive the greatest satisfaction and enjoyment from your new SHARP Color
Television set for years to come
Please read these instructions carefully, and keep them handy for your future reference
IMPORTANT
To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, ptease 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.:
There are two important reasons for prompt warranty registration of your new SHARP television set Use
the REGISTRATION CARD packed in with the set
FIRST -WARRANTY
This is to assure that you will immediately receive the full consumer benefit of the parts, service and labor
warranty applicable to your purchase
SECOND -CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT
To assure that you will promptly receive any safety notification on inspection, modification or recall that
SHARP may be required to give under the 1972 Consumer Product Safety Act. PLEASE READ
CAREFULLY THE IMPORTANT "LIMITED WARRANTY" CLAUSE ON THE LAST PAGEr
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO WET LOCATIONS.
CAUTION 1
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE R!SK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL,
The lightning flash with
,_ arrowhead within a triangle is
intended to tel! the user that
parts inside the product are a
risk of electric shock to
persons
The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to tell the
user that important operating
and servicing instructions are
in the papers with the
appliance
'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"
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
PRODUCT DISPOSAL
This product utilizes a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) containing lead and tinqead solder
Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environment considerations For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics industries Alliance:
www eiae org

CAUTION:
oDo not place the AC power cord under the TV set or other heavy items
° 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 expose this products to dripping or splashing No objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product
CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate your television and save
these instructions for later use.
Electrical energy can perform many usefui functions This unit has been engineered and manufactured toassure
your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE
HAZARDS. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this equipment, observe the following basic
ru_esfor its installation, use and servicing
1 Unplug this television equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning.
2 Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning..
3 Do not use attachments not recommended by the television equipment manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
4 Do not use this television equipment near water-- for example, near a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink or
laundrytub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc
5 Do not place this equipment on an unstabfe cart, stand, or table The television equipment may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the equipment Use only with a cart or stand
recommended by the manufacturer or sofd with the television equipment
6.. Television equipment and cart combination shoutd be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the equipment and cart combination to
overturn
7. Wail or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer's instructions,and should use a
mounting kit approved by the manufacturer
8 Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation To
insure reliable operation of the television equipment and to protect itfrom overheating, these openings must
net be blocked or covered This television equipment should not be placed in a bui{t-in insulationsuch as a
bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.
9 The openings should never be covered with a cloth or other material, and the bottom openings should not
be blocked by placing the television equipment on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface This television
equipment should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register
10 This television equipment should be operated only from thetype of power source indicatedon the marking
labet If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your television dealer or local
power company.
For television equipment designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions
11 As a safety feature, television equipment is equipped with a 2-wire polarized plug (one plug blade bigger
than the other). The 2-wire polarized plug will fit only one way intothe power outlet.
Ifthe pIug does not fit, ask your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not modify the plug and defeat
this safety feature
t2 Do not altow anything to rest on tt_epower cord. Do not !ocate this television equipment where the cord will
be abused by persons walking on it
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13. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television equipment.
14. 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° Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code provides information with respect 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
_'_"_1"-'_.,/ANTENNA
LEAD IN
w,RE
/GROUND.._// _ _.
_/ CLAMP //".._ Il I _
I........ _"_ J_./1 DISCHARGE UNit
1 _i_=_,--r 1 Z _,._ I (NEC SECTION 8!0-20)
L_ ........ __-_4r[ _] ../_' GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
NEOSECTION0,0-2,1
_ _ GROUND CLAMPS
.... POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
NEC--NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250, PART H)
15. 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
t6 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 fail 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
!7 Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock
18 Never push objects of any kind into this television equipment through cabinet slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spilt liquid
of any kind on the television equipment
!9 Do not attempt to service this television equipment yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel
20 Unplug this television equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the television equipment
C If the television equipment has been exposed to rain or water.
D If the television equipment does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the television equipment to normal operation
E, if the television equipment has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
F. When the television equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance -- this indicates a need for
service
21 Upon completion of any service or repairs to this television equipment, ask the service technician to
perform routine safety checks to determine that the television is in safe operating condition
22 When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards

O_IDOLBY( _
DIGITAL Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Supplied Accessories :""[:: ' "TT:[
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Infrared Remote Control Size AA
Dry Batteries
Location
o For normal operation, your TV should be located in an area of the room where cool adequate ventilation
is provided. Do not place the back of the television set in a place where free airflow will be restricted.
o Any magnetic force may disturb the color picture. Make sure that magnets, electric clocks, toys using
magnets or any other magnetic substance, such as iron are kept well away from the TV set.
Power
Your TV operates on 120 Volts, 60 Hz (normal household current) and has a polarized plug.. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. Should it fail to fit, contact an
electrician Do not defeat the safety feature of the polarized plug
- If the set is not going to be used for a long period, such as during a vacation, unplug the set from the
wall outlet to economize power. (tf the TV set is plugged in, a slight current still flows, even with the
POWER BUTTON in the OFF position.)
o Lines and other noise may appear in TV broadcast images when an FM tuner or radio is located near
the TV and both radio and TV broadcasts are being received, Should such noise appear, turn off the
radio.
o If you are listening to an AM broadcast, turn the TV off AM broadcast signals may not be received
due to interference from the TV.
e Before using the television, prepare the Remote Control
To use the remote control, insert batteries first
Inserting the batteries
Pull up Battery
Cover
o With your thumbnail, pul! up the slit as indicated by the arrow to remove the battery cover Insert two
batteries (size "AA"). Be sure to match the battery Q/O terminals with the O/-O marks inside the
compartment.

j"i=iAntenn aconnect,io,ns , i ,rE
Antennas
- The antenna requirements for good color television reception are more important than those for black
& white television reception For this reason, a good quality outdoor antenna is strongly recommended.
The following is a brief explanation of the type of connections that are provided with the various
antenna systems:
1. A 75-ohm system is generally a round cable with
F4ype connector that can easily be attached to
a terminal without tools (not supplied).
2, A 300-ohm system is a fiat"twin-lead" cable that
can be attached to a 75-ohm terminal through a
300/75-ohm ADAPTOR (not supplied)
F-type connector
75-ohm coaxial cable (round)
300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat)
• Refer to one of the following two diagrams when connecting to an outdoor antenna
A: Using a VHF/UHF combination outdoor antenna.
B: Using separate VHF and/or UHF outdoor antenna.
- Connect an outdoor antenna cable leaddn to the ANT/CABLE terminal on the rear of the TV set,
fA. Combination VHF/UHF Antennas
VHF/UHF
ANTENNA
VHF/UHF ANTENNA
300/75-0hm _...
ADAPTOR
(Not supplied) 300-ohm "_V
75-ohm
coaxial
cable
REAR OF TV
fB, Separate VHF!UHF Antenna
VHF UHF REAR PANEL
ANTENNA ANTENNA
:: m. 71
or 75-ohm c,:_:: /_@
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F-type connector
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.
tf tools are used, it may cause damage to your TV
set..
(The breaking of internal circuit, etc)
75_ohm coaxial cable
o A 75 ohm coaxial cable connector is built into the set for easy hookup.. When connecting the 75 ohm
coaxial cable to the set, screw the 75 ohm cable to the COAXIAL CABLE CONNECTOR
• Some cable TV companies offer "premium pay channels". Since the signals of these premium pay
channels are scrambled, a cable TV converter/descrambIer is generally provided to the subscriber by
the cable TV company. This converter/descrambler is necessary for normal viewing of the scrambled
channels (Set yourTV on channel 3 or 4.Typically one of these channels is used. If this is unknown,
consult your cable TV company) For more specific instructions on installing cable TV, consult your
cable TV company One possible method of utilizing the converter/descrambler provided by your
cable TV company is explained below.
Please note: RF switch equipped with position A/B (not provided) is required.
"A" position on the RF switch (not supplied) : You can view all unscrambled channels using the TV's
channel keys.
"B" position on the RF switch (not supplied) : You can view the scrambled channels via the converter/
descrambter using the converter's channel keys.
RF switch (not supplied)
Two-set _
signal
splitter CableTV Line
(not
, supplied)
CableTV converter/ I
_1 descrambler J
(not supplied)
o Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch or combiner that
might be required,
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QPart Names
POWER
Press _ On
Press again -e Off
[ I,
...... INSIDE DOOR
REMOTECONTROL
SENSOR
MENU
Press -_ Accesses MAIN MENU
Press again -e Exits MAIN MENU VOLUME UP/DOWN
(+) Increasessound
(-) Decreases sound
Vl DEO/AU DIO
TERMINALS
J
CHANNEL UP/DOWN
(,_) Selects next higher channe!
(_') Selects next tower channet
To open the door
Using the projection located under the "PULL-OPEN" indication,
pull and lift the door open
To close the door
Using the projection, lower the door until closed°
Caution:
• When opening or closing the door, do not insert your fingers into
the gap between the door and front panel This may result rn an
injury,
SHARP
ANTENNA/CABLE INPUT
TERMINAL
COMPONENT (VIDEO) TERMINALS
IN 3 (VIDEO!AUDIO) TERMINALS
-- IN 1 (VIDEO!AUDIO) TERMINALS
LINE OUT (AUDIO) TERMINALS
iN ! S-VIDEOTERM1NAL
•The TV set and remote control illustrations and the on-screen displays in this manual may differ from their actual
appearance

POWER
Press-_On
Pressagain-_Off
REMOTEKEYPAD(0- 9)
Setsthechanne_
FLASHBACK
Returns to previous channel
o (DOT)
Sets the channel
PERSONAL PREFERENCE
With the Personal Preference buttons,
you can program your favorite
programs by using the 4 categories A,
B, C and D The channels can be
accessed quickly by using these
buttons (See page 38, 39 )
VOLUME UP/DOWN
(+) Increases sound.,
(- ) Decreases sound
, Changes or setects the TV
adjustments on On-Screen
MENU
Press --> Accesses MAIN MENU.
Press again .-_ Exits MAIN MENU
CATV/DVD-TV/VCR MODE
SELECT SWITCH
In TV/VCR position, signals sent will
be for TV and VCR control
In CATV/DVD position, signals sent
will be for cable TV converter and
DVD control..
DVD/VCR CONTROL
See page 48
Infrared Transmitter Window
DISPLAY
Press -_ Displays receiving channel
for 4 seconds
Press again -_ Removes dispIay
• Temporarily displays receiving
channel when in Closed Caption
mode
INPUT
Press -> Switches to external video
INPUT 1 mode
Press twice _ Switches to external
video INPUT 2 mode.
Press 3 times -+ Switches to external
video INPUT 3 mode or
COMPONENT mode
Press 4 times -> Switches back to
the odginal TV mode See page 46
-ENTER
° Used to confirm the channe_
selection and Personal Preference
channel
• Used in some instances where a
Cable Converter Box requires an
"enter" command after selecting
channels, when using the REMOTE
KEYPAD button. See page 48.
- CHANNEL UPIDOWN
(.&) Selects next higher channel
(V) Selects next lower channel.,
• See pages 34-36 for Channel
Setting
°Moves the" @" mark on the MENU
screens
MUTE
Press --> Mutes sound.
Press again -_ Restores sound
• The above shaded buttons on the Remote Control glow in the dark, To use the glowqn-the-dark
display on the remote control, place it under a fluorescent light or other lighting.
o The phosphorescent material contains no radioactive or toxic material, so it is safe to use.
o The degree of illumination will vary depending on the strength of lighting used,
o The degree of illumination will decrease with time and depending on the temperature,
o The time needed to charge the phosphorescent display will vary depending on the surrounding lighting.,
•Sunlight and fluorescent lighting are the most effective when charging the display.
o The TV set and remote control illustrations and the on-screen displays in this manual may differ from
their actual appearance.

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When you turn on the TV for the first time, it will automatically
memorize the broadcasting channels after EZ SETUP process.
Please perform the following instructions before pressing the
POWER button.
(1) Insert the batteries into the remote control. (See page 5)
(2) Connect the antenna cable to the TV set. (See pages 6, 7)
(3) Plug in the AC POWER cord to the wall outlet.
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o o
POWER
VOLUME
(+)/(-)
- CHANNEL
up (A)/
DOWN(V)
Press the POWER button on the TV set or on the Remote Control
to turn on the TV, The SELECT LANGUAGE screen will be
displayed, (On the Set) (On the Remote Control)
POWER
SELECT LANGUAGE
•ENGLISH
ESPA_OL
FRANCAIS
SELECT:CHAlV
SET ;VOL+/-
'SELECTLANGUAGEscreen
Press CH _klV to select "ENGLISH", "ESPANOL (SPANISH)" or
"FRANCAIS (FRENCH)". SELECT LANGUAGE
@E_GL)SH
ESPA_OL
FRANCAIB
SELECT:CH AIY
BET :VOL+I-
3Press VOL +/- to access the EZ SETUP screen.
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CONNECT ANTENI_A OR CABLE
START EZ SETUF?
OSTOP START
(EZ SETUP screen)
Press VOL +.
The tuner will automatically search for the
broadcasting or cable TV channels for ANALOG.
(The CH No. will automatically increase when it
appears.)
Once tuning for analog broadcasting channel is
finished, tuning for digital channel will start. If cable
TV channels is detected, it will not proceed to digital
channel tuning.
If you want to stop the EZ SETUP process once it
has started, press VOL - and it will be canceled.
If you want to SET UP again, please refer to page
33, 34 on SET UR
"To cancel EZ SETUP
Press VOL -..
(START)
(STOP)
(Analog channel tuning)
PLEASEWAIT
AUTO PROGRN_MING
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STOP eSTABT
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(Digital channel tuning)
PLEASE WAIT
AUTO PROGRamMiNG
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STOP @START
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