Sharp Flat Panel Television LC 15B8U S User Manual

LC-15B8U

LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION

TÉLÉVISEUR ACL

TELEVISOR CON PANTALLA DE

CRISTAL LÍQUIDO

TELEVISOR DE CRISTAL

LÍQUIDO

OPERATION MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN

MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO

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through superior energy efficiency.

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rendement énergétique supérieur.

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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 Precautions carefully before

using this product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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

LCD color TV product, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product.

■ Read instructions—All operating instructions must be read and understood before the product is operated.

■ Keep this manual in a safe place—These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a safe place for future

reference.

■ Observe warnings—All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed closely.

■ Follow instructions—All operating instructions must be followed.

■ Attachments—Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of inadequate attachments

can result in accidents.

■ Power source—This product must operate on a power source specified on the specification label. If you are not

sure of the type of power supply used in your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For units

designed to operate on batteries or another power source, refer to the operating instructions.

■ AC cord protection—The AC cord must be routed properly to prevent people from stepping on it or objects from

resting on it. Check the cord at the plugs and product.

■ Overloading—Do not overload AC outlets or extension cords.

Overloading can cause fire or electric shock.

■ Entering of objects and liquids—Never insert an object into the product through vents or openings. High voltage

flows in the product, and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short internal parts. For the same

reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.

■ Servicing—Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to high voltage and

other dangerous conditions. Request a qualified service person to perform servicing.

■ Repair—If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the AC cord from the AC outlet, and request a qualified

service person to perform repairs.

a.When the AC cord or plug is damaged.

b.When a liquid was spilled on the product or when objects have fallen into the product.

c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d.When the product does not operate properly as described in the operating instructions.

Do not touch the controls other than those described in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of

controls not described in the instructions can cause damage, which often requires extensive adjustment work by

a qualified technician.

e.When the product has been dropped or damaged.

f. When the product displays an abnormal condition. Any noticeable abnormality in the product indicates that the

product needs servicing.

■ Replacement parts—In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the service person uses

replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those with the same characteristics and performance as the

original parts. Use of unauthorized parts can result in fire, electric shock and/or other danger.

■ Safety checks—Upon completion of service or repair work, request the service technician to perform safety checks

to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.

■ Wall or ceiling mounting—When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product according

to the method recommended by the manufacturer.

■ Polarization—This AC cord may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one

blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are

unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your

electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued)

■ 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 and laundry tub, swimming pool and in a wet basement.

■ Stand—Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table.

Placing the product on an unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in

serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. Use only a cart,

stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the

product. When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the manufactur-

er’s instructions. Use only the mounting hardware recommended by the manufac-

turer.

■ 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 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 Liquid Crystal panel breaks.

■ Heat sources—Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators,

heaters, stoves and other heat-generating products (including amplifiers).

■ The Liquid Crystal panel is a very high technology product with 921,600 thin film transistors, giving you fine picture

details.

Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green or red.

Please note that this does not affect the performance of your product.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued)

■ 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

ANTENNA

LEAD-IN

WIRE

GROUND

CLAMP

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

NEC—NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

■ Lightning – For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning

storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for a long period of time, unplug

it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the

equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.

■ Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of

overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall

into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,

extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits

as contact with them might be fatal.

■ 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 splash-

ing. 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.

■ Do not display a still picture for a long time, as this could cause an afterimage to remain.

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Contents

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ............................................ 1

DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER .............................................. 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................ 2

Supplied Accessories...................................................... 5

Preparation ....................................................................... 6

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ................... 6

Using the Remote Control ........................................... 6

Antenna Connection ................................................... 7

Power Connection ....................................................... 8

Part Names of the Main Unit ........................................... 9

Listening with Headphones......................................... 9

How to Fix the Cables ............................................... 10

Part Names of the Remote Control............................... 11

TV Signals inYour Region ............................................. 11

EZ SETUP (With AUTO CLOCK Setting) ...................... 12

EZ SETUP during the First Power On ........................ 12

Setting the CLOCK......................................................... 13

AUTO CLOCK Setting ............................................... 13

MANUAL CLOCK Setting .......................................... 13

TIME DISPLAY ........................................................... 14

Basic Operation.............................................................. 14

Turning On and Off the Main Power .......................... 14

Standby ..................................................................... 14

Switching the Input Modes

Basic Adjustment Settings............................................ 18

AV MODE .................................................................. 18

OPC........................................................................... 18

BACKLIGHT .............................................................. 19

PICTURE Adjustments .............................................. 19

COLOR TEMPERATURE ........................................... 20

AUDIO Adjustments .................................................. 20

Useful Features .............................................................. 21

CH-SETTING ............................................................. 21

SETUP ....................................................................... 22

V-CHIP Settings......................................................... 23

CLOSED CAPTION ................................................... 27

VIEW MODE .............................................................. 28

AUDIO ONLY ............................................................. 28

BLUE SCREEN .......................................................... 28

SLEEP TIMER ............................................................ 29

WAKE-UP TIMER....................................................... 29

NO SIGNAL OFF ....................................................... 30

NO OPERATION OFF ................................................ 30

PICTURE FLIP ........................................................... 30

Connecting External Devices........................................ 31

Example of External Devices that can be Connected ... 31

Outputting Video and Audio (Video Output) ............. 31

Connecting to the INPUT1/2/3 Terminals .................. 32

Troubleshooting ............................................................. 33

Specifications ................................................................. 34

Calling for Service.......................................................... 35

LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................................... 35

(INPUT1/INPUT2/INPUT3/TV) ............................. 15

Sound Volume ........................................................... 15

Changing Channels .................................................. 16

Selecting Menu Items................................................ 16

Dimensional Drawings

• The dimensional drawings for the LCD TV set are shown on

the inside back cover.

Supplied Accessories

Make sure the following accessories are provided with the LCD TV set.

Wireless remote control

AC cord

pages 6 and 11

page 8

Cable clamp

“AAA” size batteries (×2)

Operation manual

LC-15B8U

page 6

page 10

• The AC cord enclosed in this product is for 110-125V. For using it on the 125-240V AC, please consult the following.

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 6100 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 230, Miami, Florida 33126, U.S.A.

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Preparation

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

Before using the LCD TV set for the first time, install the two “AAA” size batteries supplied in the remote control. When the

batteries become depleted and the remote control fails to operate, replace the batteries with new “AAA” size batteries.

1 Open the battery cover.

2 Insert two “AAA” size batteries.

3 Close the battery cover.

■ Slide the cover while

pressing the ( ) part.

■ Place batteries with their

terminals corresponding

to the (+) and (–)

indications in the battery

compartment.

■ Engaging the lower

claw with the remote

control, close the

cover.

Caution!

Precautions regarding batteries

■ Improper use of batteries can result in a leakage of chemicals and/or explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions below.

• Place batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (–) indications.

• Different types of batteries have different characteristics. Do not mix batteries of different types.

• Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new batteries and/or cause old

batteries to leak chemicals.

• Remove batteries as soon as they are depleted. Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If chemical

leakage is found, wipe it off with a cloth.

• The batteries supplied with the LCD TV set may have a shorter operating time due to storage conditions.

• If the remote control is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries from the remote control.

Using the Remote Control

■ Use the remote control by pointing it towards the remote sensor

window of the main unit. Objects between the remote control and

sensor window may prevent proper operation.

Headphone jack

OPC indicator

POWER/WAKE UP TIMER

indicator

Remote sensor

Cautions regarding use of the remote control

■ Do not apply shock to the remote control. In addition, do not

expose the remote control to liquids, and do not place it in an area

with high humidity.

OPC sensor

■ Do not install or place the remote control in direct sunlight. The

heat may cause deformation of the unit.

■ The remote control may not work properly if the remote sensor

window is in direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such a case,

change the angle of the lighting or main unit, or operate the

remote control closer to the remote sensor window.

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Preparation (Continued)

Antenna Connection

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.

F-type connector

1. A 75-ohm system is generally a round cable with F-type connector that can easily

be attached to a terminal without tools (not supplied).

75-ohm coaxial cable (round)

2. A 300-ohm system is a flat “twin-lead” cable that can be attached to a 75-ohm

terminal through a 300/75-ohm adapter (not supplied).

300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat)

OUTDOOR ANTENNA CONNECTION

• Use one of the following two diagrams if you connect an outdoor antenna.

A: Using a VHF/UHF combination outdoor antenna

B: Using separate VHF and/or UHF outdoor antennas

• Connect the outdoor antenna cable lead-in to ANT. (Antenna terminal) on the rear of the main unit.

A. Combination VHF/UHF antenna

ANT.

(Antenna terminal)

300/75-ohm

adapter

VHF/UHF

antenna

(not supplied)

VHF/UHF

antenna

300-ohm

twin-lead

75-ohm

coaxial cable

Antenna cable

(commercially available)

B. Separate VHF and/or

UHF antennas

UHF

VHF

antenna

300-ohm

twin-lead

Combiner

(not supplied)

300-ohm

twin-lead

OUT

75-ohm

coaxial cable

F-type connector

NOTICE

F-type connector should be finger-tightened only.

When connecting the RF cable to the LCD TV set, do not tighten F-type

connector with tools.

If tools are used, it may cause damage to your LCD TV set.

(breaking of internal circuit, etc.)

75-ohm coaxial cable

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Preparation (Continued)

Antenna Connection (Continued)

CABLE TV (CATV) CONNECTION

• A 75-ohm coaxial cable connector is built into the LCD TV set for easy hookup. When connecting the 75-ohm

coaxial cable to the LCD TV set, screw the 75-ohm cable to the ANT. terminal.

• Some cable TV companies offer “premium pay channels”. Since the signals of these premium pay channels are

scrambled, a cable TV converter/descrambler is generally provided to the subscriber by the cable TV company.

This converter/descrambler is necessary for normal viewing of the scrambled channels. (Set your TV to 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: An RF switch provided with two inputs (A and B) is required (not supplied).

“A” position on the RF switch (not supplied): You can view all unscrambled channels by using the TV’s channel keys.

“B” position on the RF switch (not supplied): You can view the scrambled channels via the converter/descrambler by

using the converter’s channel keys.

RF switch (not supplied)

Two-set

signal

Cable TV line

splitter

(not

supplied)

OUT

Cable TV converter/

descrambler

(not supplied)

• Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch or combiner that might be required.

Power Connection

AC INPUT terminal

(AC 110-240 V)

POWER

Plug the AC cord

into the main unit,

and then put it

through the cable

holder.

Wall outlet

AC cord

• Use a commercially available AC plug adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet.

• Unplug the AC cord from the LCD TV set and wall outlet when LCD TV set is not to be used for a long period of time.

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Part Names of the Main Unit

How to adjust the angle

Controls

Upper control panel

CH (Channel) ( )/(

)

INPUT

MENU POWER

VOL (Volume)

(–)/(+)

Tilt the display by grabbing onto the

carrying handle while securely holding

down the stand with your other hand.

To change the vertical angle of the LCD TV

set, tilt the screen up to 2.5 degrees forward

or 10 degrees backward. Please adjust the

angle so that the LCD TV set can be watched

most comfortably.

Speaker

Headphone jack (

)

Speaker

Plug the headphone mini-plug into the headphone

jack located on the front of the main unit.

OPC (Optical Picture Control)

sensor

OPC (Optical Picture Control) indicator

The OPC indicator lights up green when “OPC” is

set to “ON”. (See page 18.)

Remote sensor

POWER/WAKE UP TIMER indicator

POWER/WAKE UP TIMER indicator lights up green when the

power is on, and red when in the standby mode (the indicator will

not light when the main power is off), and orange when the wake-

up timer is set (the indicator will light when in the standby mode).

• INPUT, CH ( )/( ), VOL (–)/(+) and MENU on the main unit have the same functions as the same buttons on the remote control.

Fundamentally, this operation manual provides a description based on operation using the remote control.

Listening with Headphones

■ Plug the headphone mini-plug into the headphone jack located on the front of the main unit.

▼ On-screen display

VOLUME

Adjust the sound volume

using VOL (+)/(–) on the

remote control.

Headphones

• Headphones are not included in the supplied accessories.

• No sound is heard from the main unit speakers when a headphone mini-plug is connected into the headphone jack.

• Do not set the volume at a high level. Hearing experts advise against extended listening at high volume levels.

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Part Names of Main Unit (Continued)

Terminals

Rear View

Carrying handle

* Using the Kensington Lock

• This LCD TV set has a Kensington

Security Standard slot for use with

a Kensington MicroSaver Security

System. Refer to the information

that came with the system for

instructions on how to use it to

secure the LCD TV set.

AC INPUT

(AC 110-240 V)

Round lock for

Kensington Security

Standard slot*

ANT.

(Antenna terminal)

AUDIO (L)

INPUT1

AUDIO (R)

(COMPONENT)

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO (L)

AUDIO (R)

INPUT2

VIDEO

AUDIO (L)

AUDIO (R)

INPUT3/

OUTPUT

How to Fix the Cables

• Secure cables and cords with the supplied cable clamp so that they do not get caught when mounting the cover.

Pull down the hook

to open the cover.

Cable clamp

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Part Names of the Remote Control

POWER (p. 14)

Switches the Liquid Crystal

Television power on or standby.

DISPLAY

Displays the receiving channel and

the current time for 10 seconds.

PIC.FLIP (p. 30)

Sets the orientation of the picture.

AV MODE (p. 18)

Selects preferred AV MODE.

SLEEP (p. 29)

Sets the sleep timer.

BACKLIGHT (p. 19)

Adjusts the brightness of the screen.

MENU RETURN (p. 16)

Returns to the previous screen.

' /" /\ /| (Cursor control) (p. 16)

Selects a desired item on the screen.

ENTER

Executes a command.

MENU (p. 16)

Displays the menu screen.

INPUT (p. 15)

Switches the input source between

INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and TV

mode.

MUTE (p. 15)

Mutes the sound.

AUDIO ONLY (p. 28)

Outputs audio without screen image.

CC (p. 27)

Displays Closed Caption subtitles.

FLASHBACK (p. 16)

Returns to the previous channel.

VOL (+)/(–) (p. 15)

Sets the volume.

CH ( )/( ) (p. 16)

Selects a channel.

MTS (p. 15)

Selects audio settings.

Channel Select (p. 16)

Sets the channel.

TV Signals in Your Region

This product is factory set to comply with the TV broadcasting system in the United States. For Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay,

set the color system according to the country before using this product by following the table below.

The VIDEO INPUT mode is compatible with color systems worldwide and is automatically set.

The World Multi Auto System

Factory setting of color system

User setting

TV broadcasting

system

is compatible with all color

systems indicated below.

Country

Video

Color: NTSC

TV ch: US ch

NTSC (N358)

US ch

World Multi

Auto System

1 N358

2 N443

3 PAL

4 PAL-M

5 PAL-N

6 SECAM

7 PAL-60

Not required or N/A

U.S.A.

Canada, Mexico,

Latin America

Color: NTSC

TV ch: US ch

NTSC (N358)

US ch

World Multi

Auto System

Color: PAL-M

TV ch: US ch

NTSC (N358)

US ch

World Multi

Auto System

Set color system to

PAL-M (see page 22)

Brazil

Argentina,

Uruguay

Color: PAL-N

TV ch: US ch

NTSC (N358)

US ch

World Multi

Auto System

Set color system to

PAL-N (see page 22)

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EZ SETUP (With AUTO CLOCK Setting)

Press ENTER to access START EZ SETUP mode.

Press '/" to select “YES”, and press ENTER.

EZ SETUP during the First Power On

■ When you turn on the LCD TV set for the first time, it will

automatically memorize the broadcasting channels and

clock.

Please perform the following instructions before you press

POWER.

• If you want to stop the EZ SETUP process once it has

started, press MENU and it will be canceled. If you want to

set up again, please refer to CH-SETTING on page 21.

(1) Insert the batteries into the remote control. (See page 6.)

(2) Connect the antenna cable to the LCD TV set. (See page 7.)

(3) Connect the AC cord to the AC INPUT terminal of the

LCD TV set and plug in the AC cord to the wall outlet.

(See page 8.)

YES

CONNECT ANTENNA

OR CABLE.

POWER

The tuner will automatically search for the broadcasting

and cable TV channels. (The channel number will

automatically increase when it appears.)

PLEASE

WAIT

AUTO PROGRAMMING

The LCD TV set will automatically switch to searching

for EDS signals.

If EDS signals are received, the channel number and time will

be displayed, and then the screen shown in step 5 appears.

1 Press POWER on the upper side of the main unit, to

turn on the TV. The SELECT LANGUAGE screen will

be displayed.

PLEASE

WAIT

NOW SEARCHING

TIME

Press '/" to select “ENGLISH”, “ESPAÑOL”

(Spanish) or “FRANÇAIS” (French).

ENGLISH

ESPAÑOL

FRANÇAIS

5 ^{Once EZ SETUP is completed, the lowest channel}

number memorized will be displayed.

2 Press ENTER to access CH-SETTING mode.

Press '/" to select “ON” or “OFF”. When you select

“ON”, the LCD TV set will automatically memorize the

broadcasting channels.

STEREO

SAP

MONO

11:53AM

OFF

• Do not let the EZ SETUP screen remain unattended for a long time.

• If EZ SETUP does not memorize all the channels in your region,

please refer to page 21 for more information on manually memo-

rizing the channels using CH-SETTING.

• It may be difficult to preset when the broadcasting signals are

weak, the channel cycle frequency is incorrect or the frequency

jamming is occurring around the area. Please refer to page 21 for

more information on manually memorizing channels using

CH-SETTING.

• If there are no channels with EDS signals or the antenna signal is

weak, the AUTO CLOCK setting may not operate. In this case, the

“EDS CH IS NOT AVAILABLE.” message will appear and the

mode will change to MANUAL CLOCK setting. Refer to page 13 to

set the clock manually.

• If you select “OFF”, EZ SETUP will be canceled.

Press ENTER to access AUTO CLOCK mode.

Press '/" to select “ON” or “OFF”.

When you select “ON”, the LCD TV set will

automatically adjust the clock to search time-signals

(EDS signals), which are provided by some TV stations.

The AUTO CLOCK setting may take from several

minutes to an hour depending on the number of

channels to receive and signal status. If you know the

channel of the EDS signal carrier (PBS or other) in your

area, select “OFF” and follow the procedure in AUTO

CLOCK Setting. (See page 13.)

OFF

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Setting the CLOCK

• CLOCK:

AUTO CLOCK Setting

The AUTO CLOCK setting may take from several minutes to an hour

depending on the number of channels to receive and signal status.

• EDS CH < AUTO >:

If there are no channels with EDS signals or the antenna signal is

weak, the AUTO CLOCK Setting may not operate. In such a

case, the message “EDS CH IS NOT AVAILABLE.” appears, and

the CLOCK setting screen (in step 4 in AUTO CLOCK Setting) is

displayed. Refer to MANUAL CLOCK Setting to set the clock

manually.

There are two methods of setting the clock: AUTO CLOCK

and MANUAL CLOCK. AUTO CLOCK uses EDS signals,

which are provided by some TV stations, to automatically

adjust the clock. MANUAL CLOCK sets the clock manually in

areas where no channel carries EDS signals.

• EDS CH < Not AUTO >:

If the channel you have selected for “EDS CH” is wrong or the EDS

signal carrier is weak, or when there is no broadcast, the AUTO

CLOCK Setting may not operate. In such cases, the message

“EDS CH (XXX) EDS DATA IS NOT AVAILABLE.” appears, and

the CLOCK setting screen (in step 4 in AUTO CLOCK Setting) is

displayed as in the case with EDS CH < AUTO >. Follow step 4

and repeat the AUTO CLOCK Setting procedure.

• If broadcasting channels are not memorized, EDS signals cannot

be received even when the “EDS CH” is set to “AUTO”. In this

case, try EZ SETUP again. (See page 21.)

Press MENU to display the Menu screen.

Press \/| to select “SETUP”.

MANUAL CLOCK Setting

Press '/" to select “CLOCK”, and press ENTER.

If there are no channels with EDS signals, set the clock

manually using MANUAL CLOCK.

SETUP

OPTION

CH–SETTING

MTS

CLOCK

INPUT3 SELECT

V–CHIP BLOCK

CLOSED CAPTION

COLOR SYSTEM

LANGUAGE

Repeat steps 1 to 4 of AUTO CLOCK Setting.

Press '/" to select “MANUAL”, and press ENTER.

SET

TIME DISPLAY

AUTO

MANUAL

Press '/" to select “SET”, and press ENTER.

SET

TIME DISPLAY

AUTO

Press '/" to select “DST”, and press \/| to select

MANUAL

“ON” or “OFF”.

Press '/" to select “TIME”, and press \/| to set the

time, and press ENTER.

Press '/" to select “AUTO”, and press ENTER.

12:00AM

11:59PM

11:59AM

12:00PM

●

If you do not know the channel that carries EDS signals in your

area, set “EDS CH” to “AUTO” and press ENTER. If you know the

channel of the EDS signal carrier in your area, press \/| to select

the channel and press ENTER.

• Holding down \/| changes the setting at a high speed.

SET

TIME DISPLAY

DST

TIME

OFF

12:

0 0

SET

TIME DISPLAY

EDS CH

AUTO

Press MENU to exit.

● When set to “AUTO CLOCK”, the current time is acquired

automatically when the main power is turned OFF. (This function

will not work when EDS CH is not set.)

• Make sure to press ENTER after adjusting the time. Otherwise,

the time will not be set.

■ Backup

• When “DST” is set to “ON”, the time entered is forwarded by 1

hour.

• Please be sure to set “DST” before setting “TIME”.

The clock function is maintained for about 5 minutes even

when the AC cord has been shut off due to a power outage

or when moving the LCD TV set. (Since about 30 minutes

are required to charge the backup power supply, it may not

be possible to maintain the clock function if the charging time

is excessively short.)

If the clock setting has been reset, repeat the procedures on

this page.

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Basic Operation

Daylight Saving Time (DST) Adjustment

The Daylight Saving-Time changes as shown below. Set the

DST to “ON” to forward the clock by 1 hour. To rewind the

clock by 1 hour, set the DST to “OFF”.

Turning On and Off the Main Power

POWER

(Spring)

On the first Sunday in April DST starts.

1:00AM 2:00AM

Advances 1 hour.

3:00AM

4:00AM

(Autumn)

On the last Sunday in October DST finishes.

1:00AM

2:00AM

Rewinds 1 hour.

1:00AM 2:00AM

POWER/WAKE UP TIMER indicator

TIME DISPLAY

You can display the current time on the screen.

● Press POWER. The POWER/WAKE UP TIMER indicator

instantly changes from red to green and the LCD TV set

is turned on.

On-screen display

STEREO

SAP

MONO

• The on-screen display disappears in a few seconds.

● To turn off the main power, press POWER again.

Standby

Repeat steps 1 to 3 of AUTO CLOCK Setting on page

13.

Press '/" to select “TIME DISPLAY”, and press

ENTER.

SET

TIME DISPLAY

OFF

To turn off the LCD TV set

Press POWER. The POWER/WAKE UP TIMER indicator will

turn red.

Press '/" to select “ON” or “OFF”, and press

ENTER.

Selected item

Description

Displays the current time on the screen.

No display

To turn the LCD TV set back on

Press POWER again. The POWER/WAKE UP TIMER

indicator will turn green.

OFF

Press MENU to exit.

• When you press DISPLAY, the current time is displayed for about

10 seconds.

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Basic Operation (Continued)

Switching the Input Modes (INPUT1/

INPUT2/INPUT3/TV)

Sound Volume

■ To adjust the volume

● Press VOL (+) to increase the sound volume.

Turn on the power of the connected video equipment.

The bar indicator shifts right.

2 ^{Press INPUT to select the applicable input source. The}

screen changes in order of INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3

and TV mode each time INPUT is pressed.

VOLUME

● Press VOL (–) to decrease the sound volume.

INPUT1 mode

The bar indicator shifts left.

I N P U T 1

4 8 0 P

VOLUME

INPUT2 mode

I N P U T 2

■ To mute the sound

● Press MUTE to temporarily turn off the sound.

The MUTE mark

is displayed for 4 seconds.

INPUT3 mode

I N P U T 3

● Press MUTE or VOL (+)/(–) to turn the sound back to the

previous level.

TV mode

The mute function is automatically turned off when any of

the following buttons are pressed: POWER, MUTE,

VOL (+)/(–) or MTS.

VOLUME

• INPUT1:

Used for video equipment connected to the COMPONENT input

terminals.

• INPUT2:

• When VOL (+)/(–) is pressed in the Mute mode, the sound turns

on and the volume indicator is displayed.

• The Mute function is canceled when POWER is pressed.

Used for video equipment connected to the INPUT2 termi-

nals.

The S-video input terminal is additionally provided for the

INPUT2 terminal. If both the S-video terminal and normal

video terminals are connected with cables, the S-video input

terminal takes priority.

■ To select MTS (Multichannel TV Sound)

Press MTS to display the MTS screen.

• INPUT3/OUTPUT:

INPUT3 mode is used to adjust the preset settings and IN or

OUT can be selected. INPUT3 indication is not displayed

when OUT is selected. (For details on setting INPUT3

SELECT, see page 22.)

Press MTS to select the MTS settings.

STEREO: stereo audio

SAP:

MONO:

secondary audio program

monophonic audio

STEREO

SAP

ON A I R

ONO

• “ON AIR” appears when a STEREO or SAP broadcast is being

aired.

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Basic Operation (Continued)

Changing Channels

Selecting Menu Items

The menus can be used to adjust the various settings of the

LCD TV set. Select the desired menu item by following the

steps below. See the next page for each Menu screen.

• The items displayed differ depending on the setting conditions.

• The item selected is displayed in yellow.

• Settings most recently adjusted will be saved in memory.

■ Using the remote control

You can select channels using Channel Select or

CH ( )/( ).

• This LCD TV set allows you to select up to 125 channels

(1 to 125). To select a channel, enter a 2- or 3-digit number.

■ Using Channel Select

When selecting the channel using Channel Select, complete

input of the channel number by holding down the button for

the last digit for a moment.

To select a 1- or 2-digit channel number (e.g., Channel 5):

Complete the following procedure within 4 seconds.

Press the

button.

Press the

button.

Press MENU on the remote control to display the Menu

screen.

0 –

Press \/| to select the desired menu item.

• The cursor moves left or right.

• When selecting a 1-digit channel number, do not fail to press the

button first.

• The cursor indicates the selected menu item.

Press '/" to select the desired item, and press \/|

To select a 3-digit channel number (e.g., Channel 115):

to adjust the selected item.

Complete the following procedure within 4 seconds.

• For “AV MODE”, “OPC”, “ADVANCED” and “RESET”,

press ENTER to display the setting screen.

Press the

button.

Press the

button.

PICTURE

AUDIO

SETUP

OPTION

AV MODE

OPC

[DYNAMIC]

[OFF]

1 – –

1 1–

BACKLIGHT [BRIGHT

]

CONTRAST

[ 4 0 ]

BRIGHTNESS[

]–

COLOR

TINT

[+ 5]–

[

Press the

button.

]

SHARPNESS [

ADVANCED

RESET

0 ]–

1 15

Press MENU RETURN to return to the previous screen,

or press MENU to exit.

• The 3-digit channel number can be selected only when the

receiving mode is set to “CABLE” in “CH-SETTING”. (For details

on setting the receiving mode, see page 21.)

■ Using the control panel of the main unit

Changing channels with CH ( )/( ) on the remote control

You can also operate the menu with the control panel of the

main unit.

Air:

Press CH ( ) and the channels change in the order shown below:

Button operations on the control panel correspond to the

ones on the remote control as shown below.

2 → 3 → . . . → 68 → 69 → 2 → 3 → . . .

Press CH ( ) and the channels change in the order shown below:

3 → 2 → 69 → 68 → . . . → 3 → 2 → . . .

Control panel of the main unit

Cable: Press CH ( ) and the channels change in the order shown below:

1 → 2 → 3 → . . . → 125 →1 → 2 → 3 → . . .

Press CH ( ) and the channels change in the order shown below:

3 → 2 → 1 → 125 → . . . → 3 → 2 → 1 → . . .

VOL (–)/(+): Cursor \/| on the remote control

CH ( )/( ): Cursor "/' on the remote control

MENU: MENU on the remote control

■ Using FLASHBACK

● Press FLASHBACK to switch the currently tuned channel

to the previously tuned channel.

INPUT: ENTER on the remote control

● Press FLASHBACK again to switch back to the currently

tuned channel.

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■ Menu setting screens

For details on setting each menu item, refer to the page number indicated below.

• The illustrations and on-screen displays in this manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual

appearance.

• Depending on the setting condition, such as an input mode, it may not be possible to adjust or set some items. In such cases, a message

will be displayed on the menu setting screen.

Page

AV MODE ....................................................... 18

OPC ................................................................ 18

BACKLIGHT ................................................... 19

CONTRAST .................................................... 19

BRIGHTNESS ................................................ 19

COLOR ........................................................... 19

TINT ................................................................ 19

SHARPNESS.................................................. 19

ADVANCED .................................................... 20

RESET ............................................................ 19

MENU[

PICTURE

]

PICTURE

AV MODE

OPC

AUDIO

SETUP

[DYNAMIC]

[OFF]

OPTION

BACKLIGHT [BRIGHT

CONTRAST

BRIGHTNESS[

COLOR

TINT

SHARPNESS [

ADVANCED

RESET

]

[ 4 0 ]

0 ]–

[+ 5]–

[

]

0 ]–

SELECT

ENTER

RETURN

BACK

EXIT

The bar above is an operational guide for the remote

control. The bar will change in accordance with each

menu setting screen.

Page

TREBLE .......................................................... 20

BASS .............................................................. 20

BALANCE ....................................................... 20

RESET ............................................................ 20

AUDIO

MENU[

AUDIO

]

PICTURE

AUDIO SETUP

OPTION

TREBLE [

BASS

BALANCE[

RESET

]–

[

Page

CH-SETTING .................................................. 21

MTS ......................................................... 15, 22

CLOCK...................................................... 13, 14

INPUT3 SELECT ............................................ 22

V-CHIP BLOCK ......................................... 23-26

CLOSED CAPTION ........................................ 27

COLOR SYSTEM ..................................... 11, 22

LANGUAGE .............................................. 12, 22

MENU [

SETUP

]

SETUP

PICTURE

AUDIO SETUP

OPTION

CH–SETTING

MTS

CLOCK

INPUT3 SELECT

V–CHIP BLOCK

CLOSED CAPTION

COLOR SYSTEM

LANGUAGE

Page

VIEW MODE ................................................... 28

AUDIO ONLY.................................................. 28

BLUE SCREEN .............................................. 28

SLEEP TIMER ................................................ 29

WAKE-UP TIMER........................................... 29

NO SIGNAL OFF ............................................ 30

NO OPERATION OFF.................................... 30

PICTURE FLIP ............................................... 30

OPTION

MENU[

OPTION

]

PICTURE

AUDIO

SETUP

OPTION

VIEW MODE

AUDIO ONLY

BLUE SCREEN

SLEEP TIMER

WAKE–UP TIMER

NO SIGNAL OFF

ED CA

NO OPERATION OFF

PICTURE FLIP

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Basic Adjustment Settings

AV MODE

OPC

AV MODE gives you preset options to choose from, to best

match the image based on room-brightness and playback

software used.

Automatically adjusts the brightness of the screen.

Press MENU to display the Menu screen.

2 ^Press\/| to select “PICTURE”.

Press \/| to select “PICTURE”.

Press '/" to select “OPC”, and press ENTER.

Press '/" to select “AV MODE”, and press ENTER.

Press '/" to select “ON” or “OFF”, and press ENTER.

4 ^{Press '/" to select the desired setting, and press}

ENTER.

STANDARD

DYNAMIC

DYNAMIC(FIXED)

MOVIE

OFF

Selected item

OFF

Description

Automatically adjusts the brightness

No adjustment

GAME

5 Press MENU to exit.

Press MENU to exit.

• When setting to “ON”, the OPC indicator lights up green, senses

the surrounding light and automatically adjusts the backlight

brightness. Make sure no object obstructs the OPC sensor, which

could affect its ability to sense surrounding light.

• You can select a different AV MODE item for each input mode.

(For example, select “STANDARD” for TV input and “DYNAMIC”

for VIDEO input.)

• When “AV MODE” is set to “DYNAMIC (FIXED)”, “NO PICTURE

ADJUSTMENTS AVAILABLE IN [DYNAMIC (FIXED)].” is dis-

played and the items in the PICTURE screen (except “OPC” and

“ADVANCED”) cannot be set.

Directly setting the AV MODE

Press AV MODE.

Before the AV MODE display disappears, press

AV MODE again and select your desired setting.

• Each time you press AV MODE, the mode changes

as shown below.

AV MODE [DYNAMIC]

AV MODE [STANDARD]

AV MODE [GAME]

AV MODE [MOVIE]

AV MODE [DYNAMIC (FIXED)]

Selected item

STANDARD

Description

Changing image settings to standard

values.

DYNAMIC

For a clear-cut image emphasizing

high contrast for sports viewing.

DYNAMIC (FIXED)

Changing image settings to factory

preset values. No adjustments are

allowed.

MOVIE

GAME

Controlling the contrast to enable

easier viewing of dark images.

Controlling the brightness of video

games and other images for easier

viewing.

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BACKLIGHT

PICTURE Adjustments

You can adjust the brightness of the picture.

You can adjust the picture to your preference with the

following picture settings.

Press MENU to display the Menu screen.

Press \/| to select “PICTURE”.

Press '/" to select “BACKLIGHT”.

PICTURE

AUDIO

SETUP

OPTION

AV MODE

OPC

BACKLIGHT [BRIGHT

CONTRAST

BRIGHTNESS[

COLOR

TINT

SHARPNESS [

ADVANCED

RESET

[DYNAMIC]

[OFF]

Press '/" to select a specific adjustment item.

PICTURE

AUDIO

SETUP

OPTION

]

AV MODE

OPC

[DYNAMIC]

[OFF]

[ 4 0 ]

]–

BACKLIGHT [BRIGHT

]

[+ 5]–

CONTRAST

[ 4 0 ]

[

]

]–

BRIGHTNESS[

0 ]–

COLOR

TINT

[+ 5]–

0 ]

]–

[

SHARPNESS [

ADVANCED

RESET

Press \/| to adjust the item to the desired position.

5 ^{Press MENU to exit.}

Press MENU to exit.

• “BACKLIGHT” cannot be adjusted while “OPC” is set to “ON”.

Selected item

\ button

The screen dims

For less contrast

For less brightness

| button

Directly setting the BACKLIGHT

BACKLIGHT

CONTRAST

BRIGHTNESS

COLOR

The screen brightens

For more contrast

For more brightness

Press BACKLIGHT to display the BACKLIGHT screen.

Press BACKLIGHT to change the setting.

For less color intensity For more color intensity

TINT

Skin tones become

purplish

Skin tones become

greenish

OPC OFF

BACKLIGHT [NORMAL]

BACKLIGHT [BRIGHT]

SHARPNESS

For less sharpness

For more sharpness

OPC ON

BACKLIGHT [AUTO]

OPC OFF

BACKLIGHT [VARIABLE]

OPC OFF

BACKLIGHT [DARK]

• Select “ADVANCED”, and press ENTER to set “COLOR TEMP.”.

See page 20.

• When resetting all adjustment items (except for the items on the

“AV MODE”, “OPC” and “ADVANCED” menus) to factory preset

values, perform the following procedure.

• The BACKLIGHT screen automatically disappears in 3 seconds.

• [BRIGHT]: Maximum brightness

[NORMAL]: Suitable for viewing in a well-lit area. Saves energy.

[DARK]:

[VARIABLE]: The brightness can be adjusted to suit your prefer-

1 Press '/" to select “RESET” in the PICTURE screen, and

Sufficiently bright when viewing in dim areas.

press ENTER.

2 Press '/" to select “YES”, and press ENTER.

ence using \/|.

[AUTO]:

Screen brightness adjusts according to the ambient

light of the room to conserve power consumption.

The OPC indicator lights up green.

• When set to “AUTO”, make sure no object obstructs the OPC

sensor, which could affect its ability to sense surrounding light.

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COLOR TEMPERATURE

AUDIO Adjustments

You can adjust the color temperature to give a better white

balance.

You can adjust the sound quality to your preference with the

following settings.

1 ^{Press MENU to display the Menu screen.}

Press MENU to display the Menu screen.

Press \/| to select “AUDIO”.

Press \/| to select “PICTURE”.

3 ^{Press '/" to select a specific adjustment item.}

Press '/" to select “ADVANCED”, and press ENTER.

AUDIO

SETUP

OPTION

PICTURE

AUDIO

SETUP

OPTION

TREBLE [

BASS

]–

AV MODE

OPC

[DYNAMIC]

[OFF]

[

BALANCE[

RESET

BACKLIGHT [BRIGHT

]

CONTRAST

[ 4 0 ]

BRIGHTNESS[

0 ]–

COLOR

TINT

[+ 5]–

0 ]

]–

[

Press \/| to adjust the item to the desired position.

SHARPNESS [

ADVANCED

RESET

Press MENU to exit.

Selected item

\ button

For weaker treble

For weaker bass

| button

For stronger treble

For stronger bass

Press '/" to select “COLOR TEMP.”, and press

TREBLE

BASS

ENTER.

COLOR TEMP.

RED

GREEN [

BLUE

RESET

[

0 ]

USER

HIGH

MIDDLE

LOW

BALANCE

Decrease audio from Decrease audio from

the right speaker the left speaker

[

• The items on the AUDIO menu cannot be set when headphones

are not used and “INPUT3 SELECT” is set to “OUT

• When resetting all adjustment items to factory preset values,

perform the following procedure.

VAO”.

1 Press '/" to select “RESET” in the AUDIO screen, and press

Press '/" to select the desired item, and press

ENTER.

2 Press '/" to select “YES”, and press ENTER.

6 ^{Press MENU to exit.}

Selected item

Description

USER

Can set your desired color*

White with bluish tone

HIGH

MIDDLE

LOW

White with reddish tone

* When you select “USER”, the following items are adjustable.

Selected item

RED

\ button

Weaker red

| button

Stronger red

GREEN

BLUE

Weaker green

Weaker blue

Stronger green

Stronger blue

• When resetting the items in the “USER” setting to factory preset

values, perform the following procedure.

1 Press '/" to select “RESET” in the ADVANCED screen, and

press ENTER.

2 Press '/" to select “YES”, and press ENTER.

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Useful Features

■ Saving broadcast TV channels in the memory

CH-SETTING

Press MENU to display the Menu screen.

■ EZ SETUP

When you move to an area with different broadcasting

signals, you may have to set the channel numbers and

the time with the EZ SETUP function. To activate EZ

SETUP, perform the following procedure.

Press \/| to select “SETUP”.

Press '/" to select “CH-SETTING”, and press ENTER.

1 Press '/" to select “CH-SETTING” in the SETUP screen (see

page 17), and press ENTER.

Press '/" to select “CH SEARCH”, and press ENTER.

2 Press '/" to select “EZ SETUP”, and press ENTER.

3 Press '/" to select “YES”, and press ENTER.

EZ SETUP

AIR/CABLE

CH SEARCH

CH MEMORY

CABLE

Refer to page 12 for more information on EZ SETUP.

■ Setting the AIR/CABLE

It is necessary to set the receiving mode to AIR or CABLE

channels to receive locally broadcast TV programs.

Press ENTER. The tuner will search through all available

channels in your area and add them to the TV memory.

STEREO

SAP

MONO

Press MENU to display the Menu screen.

Press \/| to select “SETUP”.

•

To interrupt CH SEARCH, press MENU RETURN. CH SEARCH will

Press '/" to select “CH-SETTING”, and press ENTER.

stop at the current channel and will not add any higher channels.

■ Adding weak or additional channels or erasing

unwanted channels from TV memory

Press '/" to select “AIR/CABLE”, and press ENTER.

Press '/" to select the desired setting, and press ENTER.

EZ SETUP

Individual settings of programs can be adjusted.

AIR/CABLE

CH SEARCH

CH MEMORY

AIR

CABLE

Press MENU to exit.

• Receivable channels of the LCD TV set are:

Repeat steps 1 to 3 of Saving broadcast TV channels

in the memory.

AIR channels:

VHF: 2 through 13.

UHF: 14 through 69.

CABLE channels:

1 (HRC and IRC)

2 through 125 (STD, HRC and IRC)

Press '/" to select “CH MEMORY”, and press

ENTER.

EZ SETUP

AIR/CABLE

CH SEARCH

CH MEMORY

CHANNEL

SKIP

AIR

Press '/" to move the cursor to “CHANNEL”, and use

\/| or Channel Select to select the desired channel to

be added or erased.

Press '/" to move the cursor to “SKIP”, and use \/|

to select “ON” or “OFF”.

Press MENU to exit.

• If CH SEARCH is performed again, the previously memorized

channels will be lost.

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SETUP

Press MENU to display the Menu screen.

Press \/| to select “SETUP”.

Press '/" to select the desired item, and press ENTER.

SETUP

OPTION

CH–SETTING

MTS

CLOCK

INPUT3 SELECT

V–CHIP BLOCK

CLOSED CAPTION

COLOR SYSTEM

LANGUAGE

Press '/" to change the setting, and press ENTER.

Press MENU to exit.

Selected item

Factory setting

[STEREO] Stereo audio

Setting options

MTS

[SAP]

Secondary audio program

[MONO] Monophonic audio

[OUT FAO]

Line output is selected, output volume is fixed,

speaker output is available.

INPUT3 SELECT*

[IN]

INPUT3/OUTPUT terminals selected as input

terminals

[OUT

VAO]

Line output is selected, output volume is variable,

speaker output is mute.

COLOR SYSTEM

LANGUAGE

TV mode: N358/PAL-M/PAL-N

INPUT mode (INPUT2/INPUT3): N358/N443/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM/PAL60/AUTO

When the INPUT1 (COMPONENT) mode is selected, this function cannot be set.

•

[ENGLISH]

[ESPAÑOL]

[FRANÇAIS]

* “INPUT3 SELECT” cannot be set when “INPUT3” is selected in “WAKE-UP TIMER” in the OPTION menu.

• For details about the following items, refer to each indicated page.

• CH-SETTING ....................... Page 21

• CLOCK ................................. Pages 13 and 14

• V-CHIP BLOCK .................... Pages 23 to 26

• CLOSED CAPTION ............. Page 27

• TV mode:

The LCD TV set is factory set to comply with the color system in the United States (NTSC-N358).

For Brazil (PAL-M), Argentina (PAL-N) or Uruguay (PAL-N), adjust the color system before using the LCD TV set.

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Useful Features (Continued)

V-CHIP Settings

■ V-CHIP

• This function allows TV programs to be restricted and TV usage to be controlled based on FCC data. It prevents children from watching

violent or sexual scenes that may be harmful.

• Restriction of TV programs includes two ratings that contain information about the program: the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of

America) rating and the TV Parental Guidelines. The MPAA rating is restricted by age. TV Parental Guidelines are restricted by age and

content.

• Since a TV program may use either the MPAA rating or the TV Guidelines, both should be adjusted for complete control.

MPAA rating

Rating

Description

GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.

⇑

PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children.

PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.

PG-13

age-

based

NC-17

⇓

X is an older rating that is unified with NC-17 but may be encoded in the data of older movies.:

MPAA rating

Example 1:

PG-13 in the age-based rating is

blocked, this will also

automatically block the higher

ratings R, NC-17 and X.

Example 2:

R in the age-based rating is

blocked, this will also automatically

block the higher ratings NC-17 and

• The MPAA rating is only age-based.

TV parental guidelines

content-based

⇐

⇒

(Fantasy

Violence)

Rating

(Violence)

(Sexual

Situation)

(Adult

Language)

(Sexually

Suggestive

Dialog)

TV-Y (All children)

TV-Y7 (Direct to Older Children)

⇑

TV-G (General Audience)

age-

TV-PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)

TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned)

TV-MA (Mature Audience Only)

based

⇓

: The content rating can be set, but this rating is not normally broadcast by TV stations.

✕: The content rating can be set.

TV parental guidelines

Example:

When TV-Y7 in the age-based rating is set to BLOCK, the higher ratings (TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA) will also be blocked automatically. In

addition, D, L, S, V and FV in BLOCK CONTENT are automatically blocked unless you manually set BLOCK CONTENT.

• Age-based ratings can be modified by the content-based ratings, but only in the combinations indicated by an ✕ in the table above.

• Choosing a lower age-based rating blocks the higher age-based ratings regardless of content rating settings.

• If you set TV-Y or TV-Y7 to BLOCK, BLOCK CONTENT will display all items.

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Canadian Rating Systems

• The TV rating systems in Canada are based on the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission

(CRTC) policy on violence in television programing.

• While violence is the most important content element to be rated, the structure developed takes into consideration

other program content like language, nudity, sexuality and mature themes.

• When setting the V-CHIP on the Canadian system you can choose either the Canadian English ratings or the

Canadian French ratings.

Canadian English ratings

Rating

Description

Children: Intended for younger children under the age of 8 years. Pays careful attention to

themes that could threaten their sense of security and well-being.

Children over 8 years old: Contains no portrayal of violence as the preferred, acceptable,

or only way to resolve conflict; nor encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which

they may see on the screen.

C8e

General: Considered acceptable for all age groups. Appropriate viewing for the entire

family, contains very little violence, physical, verbal or emotional.

⇑

age-based

Parental Guidance: Intended for a general audience, but may not be suitable for younger

children (under the age of 8) because it could contain controversial themes or issues.

⇓

Over 14 Years: Could contain themes where violence is one of the dominant elements of

the storyline, but it must be integral to the development of plot or character. Language

usage could be profane and nudity present within the context of the theme.

14e

Adults: Intended for viewers 18 years and older and might contain depictions of violence,

which while related to the development of plot, character or themes, are intended for adult

viewing. Could contain graphic language and portrayals of sex and nudity.

18e

Canadian French ratings

Rating

Description

General: All ages and children, contains minimal direct violence, but may be integrated

into the plot in a humorous or unrealistic manner.

General but inadvisable for young children: May be viewed by a wide public audience, but

could contain scenes disturbing to children under 8 who cannot distinguish between

imaginary and real situations. Recommended for viewing with parent.

8 anse

⇑

age-based

Over 13 years: Could contain scenes of frequent violent scenes and therefore

recommended for viewing with parent.

13 anse

⇓

Over 16 years: Could contain frequent violent scenes and intense violence.

16 anse

Over 18 years: Only for adult viewing. Could contain frequent violent scenes and extreme

violence.

18 anse

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Useful Features (Continued)

● Setting BLOCK CONTENT (TV GUIDELINES)

V-CHIP Settings (Continued)

Repeat steps 1 to 4 of Setting V-CHIP.

V-CHIP settings allow you to set MPAA rating, TV GUIDE-

LINES, Canadian English ratings and Canadian French ratings.

Press '/" to select “TV GUIDELINES”, and press

ENTER.

■ Setting V-CHIP

Press '/" to select “BLOCK CONTENT”, and press

ENTER.

TV–Y

TV–Y7

TV–G

TV–PG

TV–14

TV–MA

BLOCK

BLOCK CONTENT

[D L S V FV]

1 ^{Press MENU to display the Menu screen.}

Press \/| to select “SETUP”.

Press '/" to select the desired item, and press \/|

Press '/" to select “V-CHIP BLOCK”, and press ENTER.

to select “BLOCK” or “–––––” (unblock).

BLOCK

“INPUT SECRET NO.” will be displayed. Input the 4-

digit secret number by using Channel Select.

• When you input the secret number for the first time, press

ENTER to register. Otherwise, continue to step 5.

–

– – –

Press MENU to exit.

Press '/" to select the desired item, and press

ENTER.

MPAA

TV GUIDELINES

CAN.ENGLISH RATINGS

CAN.FRENCH RATINGS

STATUS

Press '/" to select the desired item, press \/| to

select “BLOCK”.

(MPAA rating)

(TV GUIDELINES)

TV–Y

TV–Y7

TV–G

TV–PG

TV–14

TV–MA

–––––

PG–13

NC–17

–––––

BLOCK

BLOCK CONTENT

[D L S V FV]

(Canadian English ratings) (Canadian French ratings)

BLOCK

C8+

14+

18+

BLOCK

ans+

13 ans+

16 ans+

18 ans+

Press MENU to exit.

• The setting automatically enters “BLOCK” for any ratings below

your selection.

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Useful Features (Continued)

■ Activating V-CHIP BLOCK

■ Changing V-CHIP BLOCK settings

● Setting STATUS

Repeat steps 1 to 3 of Setting V-CHIP on page 25,

You can activate V-CHIP BLOCK after setting V-CHIP.

then “INPUT SECRET NO.” will be displayed.

–

– – –

Input the 4-digit secret number by using Channel

Select; the V-CHIP select mode will be displayed.

Set the V-CHIP BLOCK again.

Repeat steps 1 to 4 of Setting V-CHIP on page 25.

MPAA

TV GUIDELINES

CAN.ENGLISH RATINGS

CAN.FRENCH RATINGS

STATUS

Press '/" to select “STATUS”, and press ENTER.

MPAA

TV GUIDELINES

CAN.ENGLISH RATINGS

CAN.FRENCH RATINGS

STATUS

■ Changing or clearing the SECRET NUMBER

If you forget the secret number, clear the secret number

as follows.

Press '/" to select “ON”, and press ENTER.

Upper control panel of the main unit

OFF

• If “STATUS” is set to “OFF”, V-CHIP BLOCK will not be

activated.

CH (

VOL (+)

)

Press MENU to exit.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 of Setting V-CHIP on page 25, or

1 and 2 of Canceling the V-CHIP BLOCK screen

while V-CHIP BLOCK is activated, then “INPUT

SECRET NO.” will be displayed.

■ Canceling the V-CHIP BLOCK screen while

V-CHIP BLOCK is activated

“V-CHIP HAS BEEN ACTIVATED” appears if you watch

a program with the same Program Rating data you

configured.

Press and hold both CH ( ) and VOL (+) on the main

unit simultaneously until the message “INPUT SECRET

NO.” blinks.

Press MENU to exit.

V–CHIP

HAS

BEEN

ACTIVATED

TV–14

DLSV

• “V-CHIP HAS BEEN ACTIVATED” will not be displayed if

“STATUS” is set to “OFF”.

Press MENU to display “INPUT SECRET NO.”.

–

– – –

Input the 4-digit secret number by using Channel

Select; V-CHIP BLOCK is temporarily canceled. If you

input an incorrect secret number, “SECRET NO. IS

INCORRECT.” is displayed. In this case, input the

correct secret number.

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Useful Features (Continued)

Directly setting the CLOSED CAPTION

CLOSED CAPTION

■ Setting CLOSED CAPTION

• This LCD TV set is equipped with an internal Closed Caption

decoder. “Closed Caption” is a system which allows conversa-

tions, narration, and sound effects in TV programs and home

videos to be viewed as captions on the TV screen (see the

illustration).

• Not all programs and videos will offer closed captioning. Please

look for the “ ” symbol to ensure that captions will be shown.

• The Closed Caption broadcasts can be viewed in two modes:

CAPTION and TEXT. For each mode, two channels are

available: CH1 and CH2.

The CAPTION mode shows subscripts of dialogs and commen-

taries of TV dramas and news

programs while allowing a clear view

of the picture.

The TEXT mode displays various

information over the picture (such as

TV program schedules and weather

Press CC to display the CC/TEXT screen.

CC/TEXT[OFF]

forecasts, etc.) that is independent of

the TV programs.

Press CC to change the setting.

CC/TEXT [OFF]

CC/TEXT [T2]

CC/TEXT [CC1]

CC/TEXT [CC2]

CC/TEXT [T1]

• CC1: CLOSED CAPTION mode for CH1 data

CC2: CLOSED CAPTION mode for CH2 data

T1: TEXT mode for CH1 data

T2: TEXT mode for CH2 data

• If a broadcast contains Closed Caption data and MUTE is

pressed, the LCD TV set enters CLOSED CAPTION mode

automatically. Pressing MUTE again will return the LCD TV set

to its previous condition.

• Closed Caption may malfunction (white blocks, strange charac-

ters, etc.) if signal conditions are poor or if there are problems at

the broadcast source. This does not necessarily indicate a

problem with the LCD TV set.

• If any button is pressed to call up the on-screen display while

viewing a Closed Caption broadcast, the closed captions will

disappear momentarily.

• If no TEXT broadcast is being received while viewing in the

TEXT mode, the screen may become blank for some programs.

Should this occur, switch the CLOSED CAPTION mode to

“OFF”.

Press MENU to display the Menu screen.

Press \/| to select “SETUP”.

Press '/" to select “CLOSED CAPTION ”, and press

ENTER.

Press '/" to change the CLOSED CAPTION setting,

and press ENTER.

OFF

CC1

CC2

• If you select “CC1”, “CC2”, “T1” or “T2” (or MUTE is pressed)

while “VIEW MODE” is set to “ZOOM” or “STRETCH”, “VIEW

MODE” will be changed to “4:3” or “16:9” automatically.

• CC1: CLOSED CAPTION mode for CH1 data

CC2: CLOSED CAPTION mode for CH2 data

T1: TEXT mode for CH1 data

T2: TEXT mode for CH2 data

Press MENU to exit.

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VIEW MODE

AUDIO ONLY

You can select the picture display size for the playback image

of the DVD player from the following four modes: “4:3”, “16:9”,

“ZOOM” and “STRETCH”.

When listening to music from a music program, you can turn

the Liquid Crystal display off and enjoy audio only.

Setting the AUDIO ONLY on the Menu screen

Repeat steps 1 and 2 of VIEW MODE.

Press MENU to display the Menu screen.

Press '/" to select “AUDIO ONLY”, and press ENTER.

Press \/| to select “OPTION”.

Press '/" to select “ON”, and press ENTER.

Press '/" to select “VIEW MODE”, and press ENTER.

Press '/" to select the desired setting, and press

OFF

ENTER.

4:3

Selected item

Description

Audio is output without screen image.

Both screen images and audio are output.

16:9

OFF

ZOOM

Directly setting the AUDIO ONLY

STRETCH

Press AUDIO ONLY. ‘PRESS “AUDIO ONLY” FOR

VIDEO OFF’ is displayed on the screen.

Selected item

Description

4:3

Displays the image in a 4:3 size.

16:9

Stretches the image horizontally to display it in a

16:9 size.

ZOOM

Displays the center part of the image by enlarging

it in the horizontal and vertical directions.

STRETCH

Stretches the image horizontally.

AUDIO

PRESS"AUDIO

ONLY

[OFF]

ONLY"FOR

VIDEO

OFF

Image type

4:3

16:9

ZOOM

STRETCH

Press AUDIO ONLY again. The screen image will disappear.

(For an image

stretched vertically)

Press AUDIO ONLY again. The screen image will be

displayed again.

(For an image

stretched vertically

with bands at the left

and right sides)

BLUE SCREEN

This function automatically turns the screen blue if no

broadcast signal or no input signal is received.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 of VIEW MODE.

(For a 4:3 image)

Press '/" to select “BLUE SCREEN”, and press ENTER.

Press '/" to select “ON”, and press ENTER.

Press MENU to exit.

OFF

•

The 4:3 image will be distorted on the screen when the “VIEW MODE”

is set to “16:9”.

Press MENU to exit.

• When “CLOSED CAPTION” is set to “CC1”, “CC2”, “T1” or “T2”,

“ZOOM” and “STRETCH” cannot be set for “VIEW MODE”.

• You can select a different VIEW MODE item for each input mode

(INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and TV).

• When received signals are weak or interfered with by some other

signals, the BLUE SCREEN function may be activated. To watch

the TV under such conditions, set “BLUE SCREEN” to “OFF”.

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WAKE-UP TIMER

SLEEP TIMER

You can set the WAKE-UP TIMER to automatically turn on

the TV.

You can set the SLEEP TIMER to automatically turn off the TV.

POWER

Repeat steps 1 and 2 of SLEEP TIMER.

Press '/" to select “WAKE-UP TIMER”, and press

ENTER.

Press '/" to select the items, and press \/| to

Setting the SLEEP TIMER on the Menu screen

adjust them.

Press MENU to display the Menu screen.

TIMER

TIME

OFF

7:0 0 AM

CHANNEL

VOLUME

Press \/| to select “OPTION”.

2 0

3 ^Press'/" to select “SLEEP TIMER”, and press

Selected item

Description

ENTER.

TIMER

To activate the WAKE-UP TIMER, set this item to

“ON”.

4 ^{Press '/"/\/| to select “30MIN”, “60MIN”, “90MIN”,}

TIME

Set the time at which you want to turn on the TV.

“120MIN”, “150MIN” or “OFF”, and press ENTER.

CHANNEL

Set the TV channel or input mode when the TV is

turned on.

3 0 MIN

OFF

VOLUME

Set the volume when the TV is turned on.

6 MIN

9 0 MIN

Press MENU to exit.

12 MIN

Make sure to turn off the LCD TV set with the remote

control.

15 MIN

• The WAKE-UP TIMER will not be activated if the LCD

TV is turned off with POWER on the main unit.

Press MENU to exit.

• When you set “WAKE-UP TIMER”, the POWER/WAKE UP TIMER

indicator lights up orange while in the standby mode.

• Be sure to adjust the clock with “CLOCK” in “SETUP” before

setting “SLEEP TIMER” and “WAKE-UP TIMER”.

• After you set the SLEEP TIMER, pressing POWER on the main

unit or POWER on the remote control will cancel the SLEEP

TIMER setting.

• 5 minutes before the SLEEP TIMER turns off the LCD TV set,

“5MIN REMAINING” is displayed on the screen for 4 seconds.

The SLEEP TIMER counts down and shows a similar 4-second

display for each remaining minute until the timer turns off the LCD

TV set.

• You can output the picture and sound of the external device with

the WAKE-UP TIMER function. Make sure that the external device

turns on at the time you specified.

• The CHANNEL setting for “WAKE-UP TIMER” changes in the

following order: INPUT1→INPUT2→INPUT3→TV (AIR or CABLE)*

* The skipped channels cannot be selected.

• When not using LCD TV set for a long period of time, either turn

the main power off or set “WAKE-UP TIMER” to “OFF”.

• When “WAKE-UP TIMER” has been set to “ON”, the TV is turned

on at the set time every day until it is set to “OFF”.

• After the TV has been turned “ON” by “WAKE-UP TIMER”, “SLEEP

TIMER” is automatically set to 120 minutes for safety reason.

• The time that is currently set can be checked on the screen by

pressing DISPLAY.

Directly setting the SLEEP TIMER

1 ^{Press SLEEP to display the SLEEP TIMER screen.}

SLEEP

TIMER

[OFF]

• When the time set for “WAKE-UP TIMER” is reached when the

power is on, the TV changes to the set channel. The volume does

not change at this time.

Press SLEEP to change the setting.

[OFF]

[30MIN]

[60MIN]

[150MIN]

[120MIN]

[90MIN]

(minutes)

• The SLEEP TIMER screen automatically disappears in 3 seconds.

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PICTURE FLIP

NO SIGNAL OFF

You can set the orientation of the picture.

The NO SIGNAL OFF function allows you to save energy.

When set to “ENABLE”, the power will automatically shut

down if no signal inputs for 5 minutes.

Setting the PICTURE FLIP on the MENU screen

Press MENU to display the Menu screen.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 of NO SIGNAL OFF.

Press \/| to select “OPTION”.

Press '/" to select “PICTURE FLIP”, and press

ENTER.

Press '/" to select “NO SIGNAL OFF”, and press

ENTER.

Press '/" to select the desired mode, and press

ENTER.

Press '/" to select “ENABLE”, and press ENTER.

NORMAL

ENABLE

MIRROR

DISABLE

ROTATE

UPSIDE DOWN

Press MENU to exit.

• “DISABLE” is factory preset value.

Directly setting the PICTURE FLIP

• This function can work only in TV mode.

• If interfered with by other broadcast or radio waves, “NO SIGNAL

OFF” may not work properly even when the broadcast is over.

Press PIC.FLIP to display the PICTURE FLIP screen.

Press PIC.FLIP to change the setting.

NO OPERATION OFF

PICTURE FLIP [NORMAL]

PICTURE FLIP [MIRROR]

PICTURE FLIP [UPSIDE DOWN] PICTURE FLIP [ROTATE]

When set to “ENABLE”, the power will automatically shut

down if there is no operation for 3 hours.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 of NO SIGNAL OFF.

[NORMAL]

Normal image orientation.

[MIRROR]

To display mirror images

for special uses.

Press '/" to select “NO OPERATION OFF”, and

press ENTER.

Press '/" to select “ENABLE”, and press ENTER.

ENABLE

DISABLE

[UPSIDE DOWN]

To display upside down

images for special uses.

[ROTATE]

To display rotated images

for special uses.

• 5 minutes before the power shuts down, remaining

time is displayed every minute.

Press MENU to exit.

• “DISABLE” is factory preset value.

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Connecting External Devices

You can enjoy picture and sound by connecting a VCR or a home video game system to the terminals located on the rear of

the main unit.

When connecting an external device, turn off the POWER of the main unit first to prevent any possible damage.

Example of External Devices that can be Connected

To INPUT1 terminal

To INPUT2 terminal

• DVD Player, etc.

• Camcorder

• Home video game system

• Digital TV tuner

* If your external device has a

component terminal, COMPONENT

connection is recommended

(you can view high-quality pictures).

To INPUT3/OUTPUT terminal

• VCR

• Laser disc player

* If your external device has an S-video

terminal, S-VIDEO connection is

recommended.

• Audio amplifier

ANote:

• For the cable, use a commercially available audio/video cable.

• Only connect audio/video signals to INPUT2 and INPUT3/OUTPUT terminals. Connecting other signals may result in a malfunction.

• INPUT2 has 2 video input terminals: VIDEO and S-VIDEO. When you connect external devices to both terminals (and if you select

INPUT2), you can only view pictures from the S-VIDEO terminal. To view the picture from the VIDEO terminal, do not connect any

external device to the S-VIDEO terminal.

• For more information about external device connections, see the manuals of your external devices.

Outputting Video and Audio (Video Output)

You can output video and audio signals from the LCD TV set through the INPUT3/OUTPUT terminal.

• When using INPUT3/OUTPUT as an output terminal, select “SETUP” in the Menu screen and set “INPUT3 SELECT” to

“OUT”. (See page 22.)

• The factory setting for “INPUT3 SELECT” is “IN”.

•

When using the S-VIDEO input for INPUT2, or COMPONENT input for INPUT1, no video signal will be made to the INPUT3/OUTPUT

terminal, but audio signal will be made for connection to external audio systems.

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Connecting to the INPUT1/2/3 Terminals

INPUT1 terminal

(COMPONENT)

INPUT2 terminal

Camcorder

DVD player

Audio cable

(commercially available)

VCR

Audio (L)

Audio (R)

S-Video cable

(commercially available)

Component cable

(commercially available)

S-Video

Audio/Video cable

(commercially available)

Video

Audio (L)

Audio (R)

Audio (L)

Audio (R)

Audio/Video cable

(commercially available)

Camcorder

VCR

INPUT3/OUTPUT

terminal

ANote:

• If your VCR (or other external devices) has an S-video terminal, S-VIDEO connection is recommended. (Use an S-video cable.)

• When you connect external devices to both S-VIDEO and VIDEO terminals (and if you select INPUT2), you can only view pictures from

the S-VIDEO terminal.

• You cannot view multiple or synthesized pictures by connecting two or more external devices. When connecting an external device, use

care to connect the video and audio cables to the corresponding terminals.

• Only when 480I, 480P, 576I, 576P, 720P or 1080I signal is received, picture can be displayed.

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Troubleshooting

■ Before calling for repair services, make the following checks for possible remedies to the encountered symptoms.

LCD TV set

Problem

Check item

Reference page

• Make sure the AC cord is properly inserted in the power

outlet.

• Reception other than those of broadcasting stations can

be considered.

• Make sure the input mode is set to TV.

• Make sure the POWER switch of the main unit is on.

Picture

Sound

There is no

picture or

sound.

–

There is no

picture.

There is no

picture from

INPUT1/2/3.

• Make sure the BRIGHTNESS is properly adjusted.

• Fluorescent lamp may have reached the end of service

life.

• Make sure the S-VIDEO terminal has nothing connected.

• Make sure the AUDIO ONLY is not set to ON.

Picture

• Make sure the volume is not set to minimum.

• Make sure the sound is not set to mute.

• Make sure that headphones are not connected.

There is no

sound.

• Make sure the antenna cable is properly connected.

• Bad reception could be the problem.

7, 8

–

There is no

picture or

sound, just

noise.

• Make sure the antenna cable is properly connected.

• Bad reception could be the problem.

7, 8

–

Picture is

not clear.

• Check color adjustment.

• Check COLOR SYSTEM setting.

19, 20

Picture is

light or

improperly

tinted.

• Press the BACKLIGHT button or set the BACKLIGHT or

BRIGHTNESS settings.

• Check CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS adjustment.

• Fluorescent lamp may have reached the end of service

life.

The picture

is too dark.

• Check the batteries of the remote control.

• Make sure the remote sensor window is not in strong

lighting.

Remote control does not work.

• The broadcasted EDS signal may be weak. Check the

antenna.

• Carry out EZ SETUP or Setting the CLOCK again.

• If EDS signal is not sent, set the clock using MANUAL

CLOCK Setting.

–

The clock (AUTO CLOCK)

cannot be set.

12, 13, 21

–

• External influences such as lightning, static electricity,

etc., may cause improper operation. In this case, operate

the unit after first turning the power off, or unplugging the

AC cord and re-plugging it in 1 or 2 minutes.

Unit cannot be operated.

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■ Before calling for repair services, make the following checks for possible remedies to the encountered symptoms.

Antenna

Problem

Check item

• The reception may be weak.

The picture is not sharp.

The picture moves.

• The quality of the broadcast may also be bad.

• Make sure the antenna is facing the right direction.

• Make sure the outside antenna is connected.

• Make sure the antenna is facing the right direction.

• There may be reflected electric waves from mountains or buildings.

The picture is doubled or tripled.

The picture is spotted.

• There may be interference from automobiles, trains, high voltage lines, neon

lights, etc.

• There may be interference between the antenna cable and AC cord. Try

positioning them further apart.

• Is the unit receiving interference from other devices?

Transmission antennas of radio broadcasting stations, transmission antennas of

amateur radios and cellular phones may also cause interference.

• Use the unit as far apart as possible from devices that may cause possible

interference.

There are stripes on the screen or

colors fade.

■ Cautions regarding use in high and low temperature environments

• When the unit is used in a low temperature space (e.g. room, office), the picture may leave trails or appear slightly delayed. This is not

a malfunction, and the unit will recover when the temperature returns to normal.

• Do not leave the unit in a hot or cold location. Also, do not leave the unit in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near a heater, as

this may cause the cabinet to deform and the LCD panel to malfunction.

Storage temperature: –4°F to +140°F (–20°C to +60°C)

Specifications

Model

LC-15B8U

Items

LCD panel

15" Advanced Super View & BLACK TFT LCD

Number of dots

Video color systems

921,600 dots VGA

N358, N443, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, SECAM, PAL-60

TV Standard (CCIR)

NTSC/PAL-M/PAL-N

PLL 181 ch.

TV Tuning System

STEREO

TV function

MTS+SAP

CATV

125 ch.

Y/C FILTER

Brightness

3-LINE COMB FILTER

430 cd/m²

Lamp life (Fluorescent lamp)

Viewing angles

Audio amplifier

Speakers

60,000 hours*

H: 170° V: 170°

2.1 W × 2

× 2 ³/₄in. (4 × 7 cm), 2 pcs.

INPUT1

AUDIO-IN, COMPONENT-IN

AUDIO-IN, VIDEO-IN, S-VIDEO-IN

AUDIO-IN, VIDEO-IN/AUDIO-OUT, VIDEO-OUT

F-Type

INPUT2

Terminals

INPUT3/OUTPUT

Antenna

Headphone

Mini-jack for stereo (ø3.5 mm)

English/Spanish/French

AC 110-240V, 50/60Hz

OSD language

Power supply

Power consumption

Display only

With Display and stand

54 W (0.5 W standby): AC 120V

9.0 lbs./4.1 kg

Weight

10.6 lbs./4.8 kg

* Typical time for power output decrease of about one-half assuming continuous use in a room with normal lighting, normal brightness and

temperature at 77°F/25°C

Dimensional Drawings

• The dimensional drawings are shown on the inside back cover.

■As a part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for the LCD TV set

improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be

some deviations from these values in individual units.

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Calling for Service

For location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service, or to obtain product literature, accessories, supplies, or customer

assistance, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP.

LIMITED WARRANTY

CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the

“Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it

will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured

equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.

This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excluded item(s) set forth below

nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced, which has been subjected to improper voltage or

other misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which has been altered or modified in design or construction.

In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below and provide

proof of purchase to the servicer.

The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers by law.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR USE ARE

LIMITEDTOTHE PERIOD(S) FROMTHE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW.Some states do not allow limitations

on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than those

described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described herein on behalf of Sharp.

The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and

exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the period of time described

herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the

Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise.

In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused

by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any

way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage. Some states do not allow the exclusion

of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.

THISWARRANTY GIVESYOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS.YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICHVARY FROM

STATE TO STATE.

Model Specific Section

Your Product Model Number & Description:

LC-15B8U LCD Color Television

(Be sure to have this information available when you need

service for your Product.)

Warranty Period for this Product:

One (1) year parts and labor from the date of purchase.

Additional Item(s) Excluded from

Warranty Coverage (if any):

Non-rechargeable batteries.

From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States.

To find the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer,

call Sharp toll free at 1-800-BE-SHARP.

Where to Obtain Service:

Ship prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized

Servicer. Be sure to have Proof of Purchase available. If you

ship the Product, be sure it is insured and packaged securely.

What to do to Obtain Service:

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SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135

SHARP CORPORATION

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VALID IN CANADA ONLY

LIMITED WARRANTY

Consumer Electronics Products

Congratulations on your purchase!

Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. (hereinafter called “Sharp”) gives the following express warranty to the first consumer purchaser for this

Sharp brand product, when shipped in its original container and sold or distributed in Canada by Sharp or by an Authorized Sharp Dealer:

Sharp warrants that this product is free, under normal use and maintenance, from any defects in material and workmanship. If any such

defects should be found in this product within the applicable warranty period, Sharp shall, at its option, repair or replace the product as

specified herein.

This warranty shall not apply to:

(a) Any defects caused or repairs required as a result of abusive operation, negligence, accident, improper installation or inappropriate

use as outlined in the owner’s manual.

(b) Any Sharp product tampered with, modified, adjusted or repaired by any party other than Sharp, Sharp’s Authorized Service Centres

or Sharp’s Authorized Servicing Dealers.

(c) Damage caused or repairs required as a result of the use with items not specified or approved by Sharp, including but not limited to

head cleaning tapes and chemical cleaning agents.

(d) Any replacement of accessories, glassware, consumable or peripheral items required through normal use of the product including but

not limited to earphones, remote controls, AC adapters, batteries, temperature probe, stylus, trays, filters, belts, ribbons, cables and

paper.

(e) Any cosmetic damage to the surface or exterior that has been defaced or caused by normal wear and tear.

(f) Any damage caused by external or environmental conditions, including but not limited to transmission line/power line voltage or liquid

spillage.

(g) Any product received without appropriate model, serial number and CSA/cUL markings.

(h) Any products used for rental or commercial purposes.

(i) Any installation, setup and/or programming charges.

Should this Sharp product fail to operate during the warranty period, warranty service may be obtained upon delivery of the Sharp product

together with proof of purchase and a copy of this LIMITED WARRANTY statement to an Authorized Sharp Service Centre or an

Authorized Sharp Servicing Dealer. In home warranty service may be provided at Sharp’s discretion on any Sharp television with the

screen size of 27” or larger and on any Sharp Over-the-Range Microwave Oven.

This warranty constitutes the entire express warranty granted by Sharp and no other dealer, service centre or their agent or employee is

authorized to extend, enlarge or transfer this warranty on behalf of Sharp. To the extent the law permits, Sharp disclaims any and all

liability for direct or indirect damages or losses or for any incidental, special or consequential damages or loss of profits resulting from a

defect in material or workmanship relating to the product, including damages for the loss of time or use of this Sharp product or the loss

of information. The purchaser will be responsible for any removal, reinstallation, transportation and insurance costs incurred. Correction of

defects, in the manner and period of time described herein, constitute complete fulfillment of all obligations and responsibilities of Sharp

to the purchaser with respect to the product and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict

liability or otherwise.

WARRANTY PERIODS:

Parts & Labour (exceptions noted)

1 year

Audio Products

Camcorder

DVD Products

1 year

Projector

1 year (lamp 90 days)

LCD & Plasma Display TV

Microwave Oven

Television Products

VCR Products

1 year

1 year (magnetron component-4 additional years)

1 year (picture tube component-1 additional year)

1 year

Vacuum Cleaner

To obtain the name and address of the nearest Authorized Sharp Service Centre or Dealer, please contact:

SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA LTD. 335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1W9

For more information on this Warranty, Sharp Extended Warranty

Offers, Sharp Canada Products, Accessory Sales, Dealer or Service

Locations, please call (905) 568-7140

Visit our Web site: www.sharp.ca

Revision 04/22/03

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Dimensional Drawings

Unit: inch (mm)

4 ³⁹/64 (117)

12 ¹³/64 (310)

19 ⁵⁹/64 (506)

5 ¹⁵/64 (133)

3 ⁵/8 (92)

2 ⁵/32 (55)

12 ¹/64 (305.3)

3 ¹⁵/16 (100)

8 ¹³/16 (224)

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SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135

SHARP CORPORATION

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