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SHARR AQUOS LC-40D68UT LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION r][] OOLBY HE3m| TM DIGITAL ] ................... ,, .........._ ...... 1245 NYCE IMPORTANT : Please read this operation manual before starting operating the equipment. Supplied Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provk_ed with the product, emote control unit (x 1) "AA" size battery ( x 2) AC cord (x 1) | Page 8 Page 9 Page 8 _,[] Operation manual (x 3 languages) [] Connection guide (x 1) Always use the AC cord supplied with the TV. Cable clamp (× 1) Stand unit (x 1) | Page 8 Page 7 | J The illustrations above are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual accessories.

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Page 1: Sharp Aquos 40-Inch HDTV LCD User Manual

SHARR AQUOS

LC-40D68UT

LIQUID CRYSTALTELEVISION

r][] OOLBY HE3m| TM

DIGITAL ] ................... ,,.........._......

1245NYCE

IMPORTANT : Please read this operation manualbefore starting operating the equipment.

Supplied Accessories

Make sure the following accessories are provk_ed with the product,

emote control unit (x 1) "AA" size battery ( x 2) AC cord (x 1)

| Page 8 Page 9 Page 8

_,[] Operation manual (x 3 languages) [] Connection guide (x 1)

Always use the AC cord supplied with the TV.

Cable clamp (× 1) Stand unit (x 1) |Page 8 Page 7 |

J

The illustrations above are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual accessories.

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IMPORTANT:

To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please recordthe TV's model and serial numbers in the spaceprovided. The numbers are located at the rear of the TM.

Model No.:

Serial No.:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TORAIN OR MOISTURE.

[*,,]'__UJi [o]ZIRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrow-headsymbol, within an equilateraltriangle, is intended to alert the

user to the presence ofuninsulated "dangerous voltage"within the product's enclosure thatmay be of sufficient magnitude toconstitute a risk of electric shock

to persons.

The exclamation point within atriangle is intended to alert theuser to the presence of importantoperating and maintenance

(servicing) instructions in theliterature accompanying theproduct.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE

SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to thisequipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authorityto operate this equipment.

CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used toconnect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electricappliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectorsfor connections.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY:SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-40D68UT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.RESPONSIBLE PARTY:

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495-1163TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP

For Business Customers: URL http://www.sharpusa.com

Printed in Mexico

TINS-E640WJZZ

10P03-MX-NM

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

INFORMATION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and canradiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interferencewill not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ertelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user isencouraged to try to correct the interference by ene er more of the following measures:-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

"Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system instalier's attention to Article 820-40 of the

National Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall

be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical."

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lampcontaining a small amount of mercury. Disposal of thesematerials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.For disposal or recycling information, please contact your localauthorities, the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org, thelamp recycling organization: www.lamprecycle.org orSharp at 1-800-BE-SHARP (For U.S.A. only)

This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR when "Home" is selected for "TV Location".Setting "TV Location" to "Home" allows the TV to achieve an energy-saving status for household use.

Trademarks

° Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks ofDolby Laboratories. I

° "HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks ofHDMI Licensing LLC." I

° Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR®are designed to protect the environment through superiorenergy efficiency. I

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DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER

Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp Liquid Crystal Television. To ensure safety and many yearsof trouble-free operation of your product, p_ease read the important Safety instructions carefully beforeusing this product,

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damageif 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, pleaseobserve the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safetyand prolong the service life of your Liquid Crystal Television, please read the following precautions carefullybefore using the product.

1) Read these instructions.2) Keep these instructions.3) Heed all warnings.4) Follow all instructions.5) Do not use this apparatus near water.6) Clean only with dry cloth.7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades

with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Thewide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold

with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatuscombination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been

damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objectshave fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operatenormally, or has been dropped.

Additional Safety Information

15) Power Sources--This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on themarking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer orlocal power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to theoperating instructions.

16) Overloading--Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as thiscan result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17) Object and Liquid Entry--Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they maytouch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spillliquid of any kind on the product.

18) Damage Requiring Service--Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualifiedservice personnel under the following conditions:

a) When the AC cord or plug is damaged,b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.

Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustmentof other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technicianto restore the product to its normal operation,

e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, andf) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

19) Replacement Parts--When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has usedreplacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

20) Safety Check-- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician toperform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

21) Wall or ceiling mounting--When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the productaccording to the method recommended by the manufacturer.

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iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

t_o Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna isconnected to the television equipment, be sure the antennasystem is grounded so as to provide some protection againstvoltage surges and built-up static charges.Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSVNFPA 70,provides information with regard to proper grounding of themast and supporting structure, grounding of the leaddn wireto an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to groundingelectrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSVNFPA 70

_ ANTENNA

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H i

NEC -- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE• .J

fro Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or

laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.• Stand Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base

can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as weft 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 producton a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions. Use only the mounting hardware recommended by themanufacturer.

• Selecting the location Select a place with no direct sunlight and good ventilation.• Ventilation The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these vents

and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not placethe product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This product is notdesigned for builtdn installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless properventilation 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 orapplied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the panel breaks.

• Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherproducts (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• The Liquid Crystal panel is a very high technology product with 2,073,600 pixels, giving you fine picture details.Occasionally, a few non-ective pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green or red. Please note thatthis does not affect the performance of your product.

• Lightning For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended andunused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage tothe equipment due to lightning and powerdine surges.

• Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electriclight 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 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.• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing.

No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product.• Do not insert foreign objects into the product. Inserting objects in the air vents or other openings may

result in fire or electric shock, Exercise special caution when using the product around children,

Precautions when transporting the TV• When transporting the TV, never carry it by holding or otherwise putting pressure onto the display, Be sure to always

carry the TV by two people holding it with two hands one hand on each side of the TV.

f_Oaring for the Cabinet• Use a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.) and gently wipe the surface of the cabinet,• Using a chemical cloth (wet!dry sheet type cloth, etc.) may deform the components of the main unit cabinet or cause

cracking.• Wiping with a hard cloth or using strong force may scratch the surface of the cabinet.• If the cabinet is very dirty, wipe with a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.) soaked in neutral detergent diluted with water and

thorough_/wrung out, and then wipe with a soft dry cloth.• The cabinet is primarily made of plastic. Avoid using benzene, thinner, and other solvents, as these may deform the

cabinet and cause the paint to peel off.• Do not apply insecticides or other volatile liquids.

Also, do not allow the cabinet to remain in contact with rubber or vinyl products for a long period of time. Plasticizersinside the plastic may cause the cabinet to deform and cause the paint to peel off.

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iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

f -Caring for the Liquid Crystal panel, Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the wall outlet before handling., Gently wipe the surface of the display panel with a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.).

To protect the display panel, do not use a dirty cloth, liquid cleaners, or a chemical cloth (wet!drysheet type cloth, etc.). This may damage the surface of the display panel.

, Wiping with a hard cloth or using strong force may scratch the surface of the disphy panel, Use a soft damp cloth to gently wipe the display panel when it is really dirty.

(It may scratch the surface of the display panel when wiped strongly.), Ifthe display panel is dusty, use an anti-static brush, which is commercially available, to clean it.

• To avoid scratching the frame or screen, please use a soft, lint free cloth for cleaning. Approved cleaning cloths areavailable directly from Sharp in single (00Z-LCD-CLOTH) or triple (00Z-LCD-CLOTH-3) packs. Call f-800 BE-SHARP for

Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tips in mind:

THE ISSUE

o The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend and larger flat panel displaysare popular purchases. However, flat panel displays are not always supported on the properstands or installed according to the manutacturer's recommendations.

o Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks,speakers, chests or carts may tall over and cause injury.

THIS MANUFACTURER CARES!

o The consumer electronics industry is committed to making home entertainment enjoyableand safe.

TUNE INTO SAFETYo One size does NOT fit all. Follow the manutacturer's recommendations for the safe installation

and use of your flat panel display.o Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for proper use ot this product.o Don't allow children to climb on or play with furniture and television sets.o Don't place flat panel displays on furniture that can easily be used as steps, such as a chest

of drawers.

o Remember that children can become excited while watching a program, especially on a"larger than lite" flat panel display. Care should be taken to place or install the display where itcannot be pushed, palled over, or knocked down.

o Care should be taken to route all cords and cables connected to the flat panel display so thatthey cannot be palled or grabbed by curious children.

WALL MOUNTING: IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANEL DISPLAY, ALWAYS:

e Use a mount that has been recommended by the display manufacturer and!or listed by an independent laboratory (suchas UL, CSA, ETL).

o Follow all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manlJtacturers.o Ifyou have any doubts about your ability to safely install your flat panel display, contact your retailer about professional

installation.o Make sure that the wall where you are mounting the display is appropriate. Some wall mounts are not designed to be

mounted to walls with steel studs or old cinder block construction. If you are unsure, contact a professional installer.o A minimum of two people are required tot installation. Flat panel displays can be heavy.

Note: CEA is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the $161 billionU.S. consumer electronics industry. More than 2,200 companies enjoy the benefits otCEA membership, inclading legislative advocacy, market research, technical training andeducation, industry promotion and the fostering ot business and strategic relationships.

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QUICK REFERENCE

o Before attaching (or detaching) the stand, unplug the ACcord.

o Before performing work spread cushioning over the basearea to lay the TV on. This will prevent it from beingdamaged.

o Attach the stand Jn the correct direction.

o Do not remove the stand from the iV unless using anoptional wall mount bracket to mount it.

o Be sure to follow the instructions. Incorrect installation

of the stand may result in the "IV falling over.

1 Confirm that there are 12 screws (all the same size)supplied with the stand unit.

????2 (1) Set tile post for the stand unit onto tile box.

_,_,Attach the base to the post.

,_3_,Insert and tighten the 8 screws into the 8 holeson the bottom of the base.

o Hold the stand unit securelywith one hand and then tightenthe screws.

3 (_) Insert the stand into the openings on the bottomof the TV.

(_" Insert and tighten the 4 screws into the 4 holeson the rear of the TV.

To detach the stand, perform the steps in reverse order.

" • |" o| l" J -

• This TV shouJd be mounted on the wall with boththe AN-g7AG2 (SHARP) wall mount bracket and theAN-g7PgO (SHARP) attachment of the wall mountbracket. The "IV cannot be mounted when withonly the AN-gTAG2 wall mount bracket. The use ofother wall mount brackets may resuJt in an unetaMeinstallation and may cause serious injuries.

• Installing the TV requires special skill that shouldonly be performed by qualified service personnel.Customers should not attempt to do the workthemselves. SHARP bears no responsibility forimproper mounting or mounting that results inaccident or injury.

Using an optional bracket to mount the iV

You can ask a qualified service professional aboutusing an optional AN-37AG2 + AN-37P30 bracket tomount the TV to the wall.

Carefully read the instructions that come with thebracket before beginning work.

f %Hanging on the wall

AN-37AG2 + AN-37P30 wall mount bracket.

(See the bracket instructions for details.)

Vertical mounting Angular mounting

About setting the TV angle

* The center of the display:s/_6 inch (7.9 ram) under the"A" position.

* Refer to the operationmanual of 37AG2/AN-37P30for details.

• Detach the cable clamp on the rear of the TV when usingthe optional mount bracket.

• Due to the terminal configuration on this TV, when youwalhr_ount this model, make sure there is enough spacebetween the wall and the TV for the cables.

• To use this TV mounted on a wall, remove the covers atthe 4 locations on the rear of the TV, and then use thescrews supplied with the wall mount bracket to secure thebracket to the rear of the TV.

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QUICK REFERENCE

• = • =

1 Attach your antenna to the back of the television.(See page 9.)

2 Connect the AC plug for the television into the ACoutlet.

An HDTV without an HD source is just an ordinary "iV.To enjoy HD images on the TV, yau should get HDprogramming from the following:• Over_the_air broadcasting via HD quality antenna• HD cable/satellite subscription• HD compatible external equipment

• For information on updating to HD programming, ask yourcable/satellite service provider.

• I" _ "l|o " ol • J

Use the remote control unit by pointing it towards theremote control sensor on the TV. Objects between theremote control unit and the remote control sensor mayprevent proper operation.

• Place the TV close to the AC outlet, and keep the powerplug within reach.

• TO PREVENT RiSK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOTTOUCH UN-INSULATED PARTS OF ANY CABLESWITH THE AC CORD CONNECTED.

3 Bundle the cords properly with the cable clamp.

soo_ 3o ° Remote control sensor

Wo°

4 How to turn on the television for the first time.

A) Press POWER on the television.

powER................._----

B) The POWER indicator on the front of thetelevision lights GREEN.

I 0 0 o I

POWERindicator

5 Insert the batteries into the remote control unit. (Seepage 9.)

• Speakers cannot be detached from the -[V.TV angle cannot be adjusted.

[] Cautions regarding the remote control unite Do not expose the remote control unit to shock. In addition,

do not expose the remote control unit to liquids, and do notplace in an area with high humidity.

o Do not install or place the remote control unit under directsunlight. The heat may cause deformation of the remotecontrol unit.

o The remote control unit may not work properly if the remotecontrol sensor on the TV is under direct sunlight or stronglighting, in such cases, change the angle of the lightingor the TV, or operate the remote control unit closer to theremote control sensor.

IMPORTANT=

The POWER indicator on the television should light GREENindicating you have power to the television.If the POWER indicator on the television still does not light up,press POWER on the remote control to turn the power on.IMPORTANT:IF THE UNIT DOES NOT POWER ON UNPLUG THETELEVISION FROM THE OUTLET AND REPEAT THEINSTALLATION STEPS.

IF YOU STILL ENCOUNTER NO POWER, PLEASE CONTACTUS AT 1 800 BE-SHARP.

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Preparation

To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. The following is a brief explanation of tile types of connectionsthat are used for a coaxial cable. If your outdoor antenna uses a 75-ohrn coaxial cable with an F-type connector,

plug it into the antenna terminal at the rear of the TV set.

"-1.A 75_ohm system is generally a round cable with F4ype connector _F4ype connector "_

that can easily be attached to a terminal without tools (Commercially _ 75 ohm coaxial cable (round)avaNable).

2.A 300-ohm system is a flat "twindead" cable that can be attachedto a 75-ohm terminal through a 300/75-ohm adapter (Commerciallyavailable). 300 ohm twindead cable (fiat)

F-type connector should be finger-tightened only.

When connecting the RF cable to the TV set, do not tighten F-typeconnector with tools.

If tools are used, it may cause damage to your TV set. (The breaking 75-ohm coaxial cableof internal circuit, etc.)

Connecting Antenna Cable

• Connect the antenna came to the "IV using one of the methods in the illustration as shown (<1), ,2), 3, or ,,'4;).Home Antenna

ter mina_ (75-ohm)

_1) Cable without a CATV Cable W leaddn ;;2 [-m_ mconverter ....

_,2_ VHF/UHF antenna

,,3, Combination VHF/UHF antenna

_,4) Separate VHF/UHFantenna

If the remote control fails to operate TV functions, replace the batteries in the remote control unit.

I Open the battery cover. 2 Insert two "AA" size batteries 3 Close the battery cover.(supplied with the product).

o Place the batteries with their terminals

corresponding to the ( I ) and (-)

_*_J_[_F,_ indications in the battery compartment.

Improper use of batteries can resuR in chemical leakage or explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions below.o Do not mix batteries of different types. Different types of batteries have different characteristics.o Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the lite ot new batteries or cause chemical leakage

in old batteries.o Remove batteries as soon as they are worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries that come in contact with skin can cause a

rash. If you find any chemical leakage, wipe thoroughly with a cloth.o The batteries supplied with this product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions.o if you will not be using the remote control unit tot an extended period of time, remove batteries from it.

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Part Names

Remote control sensor _}_

[ [ ....... oPc ....... *(Seepage 18,) /O O o ®

l [-- OPO indicator (See page 18,) |

POWER indicator (See page 12,)_

* QPO: Optical Picture Control

T [ml

Antenna/Cabb in

_3Ftr:ll_ I OUTPUT termina,s

iqL Zl® p--,NPUT,term'na'e

9,'1®it+_"PUT 2terminals

1r ]l" and INPUT 6)'4

I- INPUT 7 ten'ninal (HDMI)

J INPUT 6 terminal (HDMI)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal

"1

INPUT 3

terminals

INPUT 5

terminal(HDMI)

_ ERVICEterminal

*2

_ POWER button

MENUI

[]_- MENU button

_,NPUT button

AC INPUTterminal

_ l/_-'_ i Channel buttons

/l I (CHA/V)

-_II (VOL +/-)

'1 See page 11 for external equipment connection.*2 See pages 12 and 17 for button operations.'3 See page 8 for connecting the AC cord.*4 See page 21 for details on the PC Audio Select function.

o The illustrations in this operation manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual operations.

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Connecting to External Equipment

You can connect many types of external equipment to your TV. To view external source images, select the inputsource from INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV. (See page 1 5.)For connecting the TV to external equipment, use commercially available cables.

The illustrations of the terminals are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual products.

¢_ • To protect equipment, always turn off the TV before connecting any external equipment.• Please read the relevant operation manual (Bu-ray disc player, etc.) carefully before making connections.

[] Connecting a Blu-ray Disc Player, DVD Player, Cable/Satellite Set-top Box, VOR, Game Console or Cameorder

Terminalon externalequipment

HD

_®DW OUT AUDIO

COt]PONENr

_® ®_AUDIO

® L® ®_vpEo ,_uDio

Standard

Quality

Cable Terminal on the TV

/:_!:_ HDMI-certified cable

_ or][]_ .... DVI-HDMI ......... i..... bJe

o_ .............................. w,(Z:b=e) 3.5 mm stere<) minijack cable

Component video cable

AV cable

INPUT 5, 6 or 7

AUDIO

INPUT 1 or 2

INPUT 1 or 3

AUDIO ®

PB®_®

d®;Audio

®

"1

*2

*3

*f Supported Audio format: Linear PCM, sampling rate 32/44.1/48kHz.*2 When using a DVI-HDMI conversion cable, you should make an analog audio connection. In this case, in addition to

connecting a DVI-HDMI conversion cable to the INPUT 6 (HDMI) terminal, connect a _ 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable to theAUDIO terminal and set "PC Audio Select" to "INPUT6 (HDMI)". (See page 21 .)

*3 To enjoy 1080p display capability, connect your external equipment using an HDMI-certified cable or a component cableand set the equipment to f 080p output.

*4 The COMPONENT terminals take priority over the VIDEO terminal (INPUT 1 only)

[] Connecting an Audio Amplifier

Terminal on external Cable Terminal on the TVequipment

DIGITAL AUDIOdiJ_ Optical fiber cable OUTPUT

_GII_ AU_IOOUTPUT

_® ®n _ Audiocable ,--_T;_ OUTPUT AUD,OIn®

Digital audio can only be output when receiving a digital broadcast,See page 24 for details on the Output Select function.

[] Connecting a PC

Terminal on PC

ANALOGRGB

®AUOlO

H_ml

DV_ OUT AUDIO

Cable Terminal on the TV

INPUT 4Anak)g RGB cable (D-sub 15-pin cable or VGA cable)

e 3.5 mm stereo minijack cableo_,CCIIII lUiZLLr_

[!; _'_-_ HDMk;ertified cable

{L_ - - -' DVI-HDMI conversion ()able

_dZ_ .............................. _42LLr_e)3.5 mm stereo minijack cable

AUDIO

INPUT 5, 6 or 7

AUDIO

ANALOG /_ *5

RGB (PC IN)

AUDIO _)

*6

H_Ilrll @

AUDIO _)

*5 When connecting a PC to the INPUT 4, set "PC Audio Select" to "INPUT4 (PC)". (See page 21 .)*6 Depending on the board, only video signals may be output. In this case, in addition to connecting an HDMI certified cable to the

INPUT 6 (HDMI) terminal, connect a e 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable to the AUDIO terminal and set "PC Audio Select" to "INPUT6(HDMI)". (Seepage 21 .)

*_, The HDMI terminals only support digital signal.Refer to page 30 for a list of PC signals compatible with the TV.

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Watching TV

Press POWER on the TV or on the remote control unit to turn the

power on.o The POWER indicator (Green): The TV is on.

o The Initial Installation starts when the TV powers on for the first time. If theTV has been turned on before, the Initial Installation will not be invoked. Forchanging the settings of the initial installation, perform "EZ setup" on the Setupmenu on page 19.

Press POWER on the TV or on the remote control unit again to turn thepower off.

o The TV enters standby and the image on the screen disappears.

• The POWER indicator on the TV turns of/.

POWER

(On/Standby) o If you are not going to use this TV for a long period of time, be sure to remove

t _ -- 60 6 I theAC cord from the AC outlet.o Weak electric power is still consumed even when the TV is turned of/.

When you turn on the TV for the first time, it willautomatically memorize the broadcasting channels availablein the region where you live. Perform the following stepsbefore you press POWER on the remote control unit.1. Insert the batteries into the remote control unit. (See page 9.}2. Connect the antenna cable to the TV. (See page 9.)3, Plug in the AC cord to the AC outlet. (See page 8.)

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Language (Language setting)

Select from among 3 languages: English, French and Spanish.

1 Press A/_' to select the desired language listed onthe screen, and then press ENTER.

o ENERGY STARqualification is based on AV MODE "STANDARD".

Air/Cable (Antenna setting}Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TVwhen selecting "Air" or "Cable".

3 Press A/Y to select "Air" or "(}able", and thenpress ENTER.

CH Search (Channel search)Channel auto search makes the TV look for all channelsviewable in the set area.

4 S_0After "Air/Cable" has been set, "CH Search" ishighlighted. Press ENTER.

TV Location

Select "Home" or "Store" for the location where you plan toinstall the TV. This product qualifbs tot ENERGY STAR inHome mode dstault setting.2 Press ,I_/Y to select "Home" or "Store", and then

press ENTER.

Press A/_" to select "Analog & Digital" to searchboth analog and digital broadcasts or "Digital"to search only digital broadcasts or "Analog" tosearch only analog broadcasts, and then pressENTER.

Press A/_' to select "Yes", and then pressENTER.

Rome: "Power Saving" is set to "Of/", and AV MODE isset to "STANDARD".

Store: "Power Saving" is set to "Off" and AV MODE is set

to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)". Picture Reset and Feature Democan be set.

Picture Reset: AV MODE will be set to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)"

regardless of whether Picture Reset is "On" or "Oft". If youselect "On", AV MODE will be reset to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)" if

there is no operation for 30 minutes. When "Off" is selected,

AV MODE will be set to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)".

Feature Demo: When "On" is selected, after all the settings arecompleted, the Feature Demo screen is displayed if there is

no operation for several minutes.

• The Channel search will start automatbally.

o If no channel is found, confirm the type of connection madewith your TV and try "E7 Setup" again. (See page 19.)

o For changing the settings of the Initial Installation, perform"E7 setup" on the Setup menu on page 19.

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You can change the volume by pressing VOL +/- ontile TV or on the remote control unit.

o To increase the volume, press VOL +.o To decrease the vokJme, press VOL -.

I<I_ _2_1Audio status

You can turn on the TV or put it on standby bypressing POWER on the TV or on tile remote controlunit. (See page 12.)

You can change channels by pressing CHA/V or 0-9,, (DOT).

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

Press 5 _ ENT.To select a 3-digit channel number (e.g., Channel 115):

Press 1 _ 1 > 5 _ ENT.To select a 4-digit channel number (e.g., Channel 22.1):

Press 2 2 o (DOT) 1 >ENT.

o When selecting a 1-digit channel number, it is notnecessary to press 0 before the number.

o When you enter 0-9 only, channel selection will be made ifthere is no operation within a few seconds.

o Kyou push "0" by Kself, nothing will happen.o Complete the above steps within a few seconds.o When you enter 0 9 and o (DOT), channel selection will be

made if there is no operation within a few seconds.

DYou can select 4 preset favorite channels in 4 differentcategories.Press A, B, C or D.o While watching the TV, you can toggle the selected

channels by pressing A, B, C and D.

o See page 25 for details of favorite channel settings.

o When "Output Select" is set to "Variable", the indicator onthe screen changes as shown below.

I , _18@1

o See page 24 for details on the Output Select function.

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Mutes the current sound output.Press MUTE.o ,,c:_" wi, be displayed on the screen for 30 minutes, and

the sound is silenced.

o Within 30 minutes of pressing MUTE, mute can becanceled by pressing VOL + / - or M UTE.

o Mute will be canceled after 30 minutes have passed.However, the TVwi, not suddenly output a loud sound asthe volume level is set to 0 automatically.

Allows you to set a time when the TV automaticallyswitches to standby.Press SLEEP.o The remaining time displays when the sleep timer has been set.o Each time you press SLEEP, the remaining time switches

as shown below.

Off _30 _ 60,_" 90,_ 1201" I

o When set, the time automatically starts counting down.o If you want to adjust the sleep timer, you can press SLEEP

twice then change the time setting.o When it is 5 minutes before the time expires, the remaining

time will start to keep appearing every minute.

o Select "Oft" by pressing SLEEP to cancel the sleep timer.o The TVwill enter standby when the remaining time reaches0.

Press FLASHBACK to switch to the previously tunedchannel.

Press FLASHBACK again to switch back to the currentlytuned channel

FLASHBACK will not work if no channel has been changedafter the TV is turned on.

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AV MODE gives you several viewing options to choosefrom to best match the surrounding environment of theTV, which can vary due to factors like room brightness,type of program watched or the type of image input

from external equipment.

Press AV MODE. Current AV MODE displays.o Press AV MODE again before the mode displayed on the

screen disappears. The mode changes as shown below:

Example:When the input source is TV, INPUT 1, 2 or 3 terminals

S37_,NDARD_ MOVIE _GAME _ USER [TVIf !

DYNAMIC i DYNAMIC (Fixed)

Example:When the input source is INPUT 4, 5, 6 or 7 terminalsS37_,NDARD_ MOVIE _ GAME_ PC

f IDYNAMIC _ DYNAMIC (Fixed)_ USER[..P]

STANDARD: For a highly defined image in a normallighting.

MOVIE: For a movie.

GAME: Lowers image brightness far easier viewing,PC: For PC,

USER: ANows the user to customize settings as desired,You can set the mode for each input source.

DYNAMIC (Fixed}: Changes the image and soundsettings to the factory preset vakJes. No adjustmentsare allowed.

DYNAMIC: For a char-cut image emphasizing highcontrast, useful for sports viewing.

o You can select a different AV MODE item for each inputmode. (For example, select STANDARD for TV input andDYNAMIC for INPUT 1.)

o When you play games, "GAME" is recommended for AVMODE.

Allows you to gain quick access to PC mode.Press PC.

You can operate the on-screen display menu by usingthe following buttons.

MENU: Displays the menu screen.lit/V/_l/l_, ENTER: Select a desired item on thescreen.

RETURN: Returns to the previous menu screen.EXIT: Turns off the menu screen.

, Far operating the on-screen display menu, see "MenuOperation Buttons" on page 17.

[] MTS/SAP stereo modeThe TV has a feature that allows reception of soundother than the main audio for the program. This feature

is called Multi-channel Television Sound (MTS). The TVwith MTS can receive mono sound, stereo soundand Secondary Audio Programs (SAP). The SAPfeature allows a TV station to broadcast other

information, which could be audio in another languageor something corrlpletely different like weatherinformation.

You can enjoy Hi-Fi stereo sound or SAP broadcastswhere available.• Stereo broadcasts: View programs like live sporting

events, shows and concerts in dynamic stereo sound.• SAP broadcasts: Receive TV broadcasts in either MAIN or

SAP sound. MAIN sound: The normal program soundtrack(either in mono or stereo). SAP sound: Listen to a secondlanguage, supplementary commentary or other intormation.(SAP is mono sound.)

If stereo sound is difficult to hear.o Obtain a clearer sound by manually switching to fixed

mono sound mode.

You can change MTS as shown below to match the televisionbroadcast signal

Press AUDIO to toggb between audio modes.

Examples: when receiving MTS and SAP

STEREO mode: S_[EREO_ MONO

STEREO + SAP mode: S_[(SAP) ,_ SAP(Sf),_ MONOtt i

MAIN + SAP mode: MAiN _ SAP

MONO mode: MONO

[] Digital broadcasting audio modeThe types of audio transmitted in a digital broadcast inckJdeSURROUND as well as MONO and STEREO. In addition, itis possible tot muRiple audio tracks to accompany a singlevideo track.

Press AUDIO to toggb between audio modes.

Examples when receiving Digital broadcastingAudio1: STEREO '_- Audio2: STEREO

_ Audio3: SURROUND

o MTS only operates while in TV mode.

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Allows you to capture and freeze a moving image thatyou are watching.Press FREEZE.o A moving image is captured.o Press FREEZE again to cancel the function.

o When this function is not available, "No displaying stillimage available." will display.

o The still image automatically goes out after 30 minutes.o If you are using the freeze function and a broadcast

activates the V CHIP BLOCK, the freeze function will becanceled and a V CHIP BLOCK message will appear.

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To view external source images, select the input source bypressing INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV.

1 Press CC.o This will present the Closed Caption intormation display.

2 Press CC while the Closed Caption information isstill on the screen.

o Press repeatedly until you select the desired closedcaption service.

1 Press INPUT.• A list d sebctabb sources appears.

2 Press INPUT again or press A/T" to select theinput source.

o Each time INPUT is pressed, the input source toggles.INPUT1 ,_ INPUT2 ,_ INPUT3I ITV_ INPUT4

o An image from the selected source automatically displays.o If the corresponding input is not plugged in, you cannot change

the input. Be sure to connect the equipment beforehand.

o See page 11 tor external equipment connection.o Press PC to switch to an image from the PC.

Displays channel information being viewed.Press DISPLAY.

Your TV is equipped with an internal Closed Captiondecoder, it allows you to view conversations, narrationand sound effects as subtitles on your TV. ClosedCaptions are available on some TV programs and onsome VHS home video tapes at the discretion of theprogram provider.

Digital Closed Caption service is a new caption serviceavailable only on digital TV programs (also at thediscretion of the service provider). It is a more flexiblesystem than the original Closed Caption system,because it allows for a variety of caption sizes and fontstyles. When the Digital Closed Caption service is inuse, it will be indicated by the appearance of DTVCC.

Not all programs and VHS videotapes offer closed

captions. Please look for the "[_]" symbol to ensurethat captions will be shown.

In the Closed Caption system, there can be more thanone caption service provided. Each is identified by itsown number. The "CC1" and "CC2" services displaysubtitles of TV programs superimposed over theprogram's picture.

In the Closed Caption system, the "T1 (TEXT1)" or "T2(TEXT2)" services display text that is unrelated to the

program being viewed (e.g., weather or news). Theseservices are also superimposed over the programcurrently being viewed.

intormation

o Regardless ot whether or not an analog broadcastprovides Closed Caption service, the closed captiondisplay will toggle in the sequence: CC1, CC2, Tt, andT2.

o When a digital broadcast provides Closed Captionservice, the closed caption display will toggle in thesequence: DTVCC (actual service), CC1, CC2, Tt, andT2. CCt, CC2, Tt, and T2 are always displayed.

Example:

If a program has three services (DTVCC, CC1 and T1(TEXTt)), the closed caption display will toggle in thissequence:

t/5 OTVCCt _ 2/5 00t _ 315 002 ,_* 4/5 Tt ,_- 5/5 T2 ,_ OFF

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o The CC button keeps a record of the last serviceselected in its memory.Ifthe last closed caption mode (e.g. 1/5 DTVCC) youselected is not available tor the next program, or onanother channel, the closed caption service that isavailable is automatically selected.

Examples:

In a case where there are two closed caption servicesprovided (tor instance, DTVCC and CC1), and DTVCCis displayed as your current selection, if DTVCC is notbroadcast for the next program, the other closed captionservice, CC1, will be displayed.

o When "Power Saving" is set to "Standard" or "Advanced",the Power Saving leaf icon appears on the channelintormation window. See page 19 for details of PowerSaving settings.

o See page 25 for detailed closed caption settings.o When the program contains no closed caption, " " displays

in the closed caption information. (Only when receiving adigital broadcast.)

o Four kinds of closed caption service (CC1, CC2, Tt (TEXT1),T2 (TEXT2)) are potentially available, but a broadcastmay contain none or only some ot these services at thediscretion d the program provider.

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You can select the screen size.

1 PressVIEW MODE.

o The View Mode menu displays.o The menu lists the View Mode options sebctable for the type of video signal currently being received.

2 Press VIEW MODE or _./Y while the View Mode menu is displayed to select a desired item on the menu.• You can sequentially select a View Mode that has its own aspect ratio.

[] For 4:3 programs

Example: Screen size images

Side Bar

Suitable for viewingconventional 4:3 programs intheir normal tormat.

S.Stretch (Smart stretch)

Suitable for stretching 4:3programs to fill the screen.

Zoom

Suitabb for viewing widescreen 2.35:1 anamorphicDVDs in full screen.

Stretch

Thismode is useful for 1.78:1DVDs.When viewing 1.85:1DVDs,stretch mode will still showverythin black bands at the topand bottom of the screen.

[] For HD programsStretch: Suitabb tor viewing wide-screen 1,78:1 aspect ratio program, stretch mode will still show very thin black bands at

the top and bottom ot the screen,Dot by Dot (1080i/p only}: Detects the resolution ot the signal and displays an image with the same number ot pixels on

the screen.Full Screen (720p only}: You can select "Full Screen" only when receiving a 720p signal.

S.Stretch (Smart stretch}: Suitabb tot stretching 4:3 programs to fill the screen.Zoom: Suitable for viewing wide screen 2.35:1 aspect ratio programs in full screen.

o When using Dot by Dot or Full Screen, it is possible to see noise or bars around different outer portions ot the screen. Pleasechange view mode to correct this.

[] For PC input mode

o Connect the PC betore making adjustments. (See page 11 .)o Sebctabb screen size may vary with input signal type.

Example: Screen size images

Input signal

4:3

Normal Zoom Stretch

FO-1Keeps the originalaspect ratio in a fullscreen display.

R-3For viewingwidescreenprograms. The topand bottom ot theimage is cropped.

<bAn image fully fills thescreen.

Dot by Dot

ElDetects the resolution

of the signal anddispbys an imagewiththe same number of

I pixels orsthe screen.

Input signal

©tg:9

Stretch

©An image fully fills thescreen.

Dot by Dot

Detects the resolutionof the signal anddisplays an irrsagewiththe same nunsber ofpixeb on the screen.

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Example Example

Pi...... optionAudio Only

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T_he bar above is an operational guide for

[ the_red'naOltceecwO't t_I aTII'enba'ru_J''eti'_;'l_glsgeienen ' !

1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen.

2 ,'1 Press 41/1!_ to select the desired menu.

(2} Press ,_/V to select a specific adjustment item,and then press ENTER.

{3_ Press A/_" (or 4/_) to select or adjust thedesired setting, and then press ENTER.

3 Press MENU to exit.

Item displayed in yellowo This indicates the Rein currently selected.o Press ENTER to go to the adjustment screen for this

item.

Item displayed in white• This indicates that the item can be selected.

Item displayed in grayo This indicates that the item cannot be selected.

There are various reasons why the items cannot beselected, but the main reasons are as follows:

--Nothing is connected to the selected input teminal.--The function is not compatible with the current input

signal.

o Menu options differ in the selected input modes, but theoperating procedures are the same.

o The screens in the operation manual are for explanationpurposes (some are enlarged, others cropped) and mayvary slightly from the actual screens.

Using the remote control

Use the following buttons on the remote control tooperate the menu.

Using the control panel of the main unit

You can also operate the menu with the control panelof the main unit.

Button operations on the control panel correspond tothe ones on the remote control as shown below.

MENU: Press to open or close the menu screen.

,_./T/_I/I_: Press to select a desired item on the screen oradjust a selected item.

ENTER: Press to go to the next step or complete thesetting.

RETURN: Press to return to the previous step.

m_L MENU: MENU on the remote

control.

ii ' ' INPUT: ENTER on the remotecontrol

ii "i_* CHA/V: Cursor A/_" on theremote control

_ii VOL +/- : Cursor 41/t_- on theremote control.

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Adjusts the picture to your preference with thefollowing picture settings.

_i_d it_:_::::::Backlight The screen dims The screen

brightensContrast For less contrast For more contrast

Brightness For less For morebrightness brightness

Color For less color For more colorintensity intensity

Tint Skin tones Skin tonesbecome reddish become greenish

Sharpness For less For moresharpness sharpness

For resetting all Picture adjustment items to the tactorypreset vahJes, press A/T to select "Reset", press ENTER,press A/T to select "Yes", and then press ENTER.

Automatically adjusts the brightness of the screen.On(Display}: Displays the OPC effect on the screen while

adjusting the brightness of the screen.On: Automatically adjusts.Off: The brightness is fixed at the value set in "Backlight".

o When set to "On", the Optical Picture Control (OPC) sensesthe surrounding light and automatically adjusts the bacHightbrightness. Make sure nothing obstnJcts the OPC sensor,which could affect its ability to sense surrounding light.

o When set to "On(Display)", OPC effect displays on thescreen while the OPC adjusts the screen brightness.

o When set to "On" or "On(Display)", the OPC indicator onthe TV lights green.

This TV provides various advanced functions foroptimizing the picture quality.

Color tone is managed using the six-color adjustmentsetting.

C.M.S.-Hue: This is a standard to adjust the color eithermore reddish or more bluish in tone.

C.M.S.-Saturation: increases or decreases thesaturation of a selected color.

C.M,S.-Value: A higher value makes the image brighter.A lower value makes the image darker.

o For resetting all adjustment items to the factory presetvalues, press _./T to select "Reset", and then pressENTER.

For a better white balance, use color temperaturecorrection.

High: White with bluish tone

Mid-High:Middle:Mid-Low:Low: White with reddish tone

Automatically adjusts the image contrast according tothe scene.

On: Automatically adjusts the image contrast.Off: No adjustment.

o_Automatically detects a film-based source (originallyencoded at 24 frames/second), analyzes it then

recreates each still film frame for high-definition picturequality.

On: Detects, analyzes, converts film soume.Off: Normal viewing mode.

o "Film Mode" is not sebctabb when channel display showsan input resolution of 480p, 720p or 1080p.

Produces a clearer video image.Off: No adjustmentHigh/Middle/Low: Select a desired bvel for viewing a

clearer video image.

Provides high quality images with minimal dot crawland cross color noise.

Standard: Normal adjustment.Fast: For moving images.Slow: For still images.Off: For Game Mode.

• "3D Y/C" is available for input signal from Composite Videoand analog broadcasts (air and cable).

For viewing a video in monochrome.On: For viewing in monochrome.Off: Normal color.

The brightness level range of the OPC sensoCsautomatic adjustments can be set according to yourpreferences.The adjustment range of the OPC sensor can be set toa maximum of +16 and a minimum of-16.

Max,: -15 through +16Min.: 16through +15

e The maximum setting cannot be set to a smaller numberthan the minimum setting.

o The minimum setting cannot be set to a bigger numberthan the maximum setting.

o Depending on the brightness of the surrounding light, theOPC sensor might not operate if the adjustment range issmall.

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• • -

You can adjust the sound quality to your preferencewith the following settings.

Treble For weaker treble

Bass For weaker bass

Balance Decrease audiofrom the rightspeaker

_y

For stronger treble

For stronger bassDecrease audiofrom the left

speaker

o Audio menu is grayed out when "Output Select" is set to"Variable". (See page 24.)

o For resetting all AudEo adjustment items to the factorypreset values, press _k/T to select "Reset", press ENTER,press A/T to select "Yes", and then press ENTER.

The surround function produces Surround effect fromthe speakers.

On: Makes it possible to enjoy natural, realistic surroundsound,

Off: Outputs the normal sound.

o Audio menu is grayed out when "Output Select" is set to"Variable". (See page 24.)

o For some discs, setup may be required on your DVD player.In this case, please refer to the operation manual of yourDVD player.

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This function allows you to enjoy bass-enhanced sound.On: Bass Enhancer function is on.Off: Normal sound.

o Audio menu is grayed out when "Output Select" is set to"Variable". (See page 24.)

Power control setting allows you to save energy.

This function allows you to automatically reduce thebacklight brightness in order to decrease the powerconsumption and increase the baeklight lifespan.

Standard: Reduces the backfght brightness to 80%.When set to "Standard", "_" appears on the screen.

Advanced: Reduces the backtght brightness to 70%.

When set to "Advanced", "_'_" appears on thescreen.

Off: The backfght brightness is the same value of yoursettings in the selected AV MODE.

o "Power Saving" does not function when you set AV MODEto "DYNAMIC (Fixed)".

o When "OPC" is set to "On(Display)" or "On" while "PowerSaving" is set to "Standard" or "Advanced", the PowerSaving leaf icon appears to the left of "OPC" in the Picturemenu screen.

o When "OPC" is set to "Off" while "Power Saving" is setto "Standard" or "Advanced", the Power Saving leaf iconappears to the left of "Backlght" in the Picture menuscreen.

When set to "Enable", the power will automatically shutdown if there is no signal for 15 minutes.

o When it is 5 minutes before the power shuts down, theremaining time will start to keep appearing every minute.

o "Disable" is the factory preset value.o When a TV program finishes, this function may not operate.

You can set the time length the TV takes to automaticallyshut the power down when there is no operation.

30min/3Heur/Disable

. When it is 5 minutes before the power shuts down, theremaining time will start to keep appearing every minute.

o "Disable" is the factory preset value.

You can run EZ Setup again, even after setting up the

preset channels.

Language: Select from among 3 languages (English,

French and Spanish).TV Location: Select "Home" or "Store" tor the location

where you plan to install the TV. This product qualifies

tor ENERGY STAR in Home mode detault setting.Home: "Power Saving" is set to "Oft", and AV MODE is set to

"STANDARD".

Store: "Power Saving" is set to "Off" and AV MODE is set to"DYNAMIC (Fixed)". Picture Reset and Feature Demo canbe set.

Picture Reset: AV MODE will be set to "DYNAMIC (Rxed)"regardless of whether Picture Reset is "On" or "Oft". If

you select "On", AV MODE will be reset to "DYNAMIC

(Fixed)" if there is no operation for 30 minutes. When "Oft"

is selected, AV MODE will be set to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)".Feature Denlo: When "On" is selected, after all the settings

are completed, the Feature Demo screen is displayed if

there is no operation for several minutes.

ENERGY STAR quatlcation is based on AV MODE"STANDARD".

Air/Cable: Make sure what kind ot connection is made

with your TV when selecting "Air" or "Cable".

CH Search: Channel auto search makes the TV look for

all channels viewable in the set area.

See Initial Instalation on page 12 for setting each item,If no channel is found, confirm the type of connection madewith your TV and try "EZ Setup" again.

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If Initial Installation does not memorize all the channels

in your region, follow the instructions below to manuallymemorize the channels.

Air/Cable: Make sure what kind of connection is made

with your TV when selecting "Air" or "Cable".OH Search: Channel auto search makes the TV look tot

all channels vbwabb in the set area.OH Memory: You can select the channels to skip in each

ANALOG (Air), ANALOG (Cable), DIGITAL (Air) andDIGITAL (Cable).On: Skips channels. (Ollannelselectiondisabledusing CH

A/V.)Off: Does not skip channels. (Channelselectionenabled using

CHA/V.)Antenna Setup Digital: In order to receive digital air

broadcasts, you need a digital broadcast antenna.You can confims the antenna con%uration through the"Antenna Setup Digital" screen. If necessary, adjust thedirection of the antenna to obtain the maximum signalstrength.Signal Strength: The signalstrength of DIGITALchannel is

displayed.The signalinformation isbased on the currentchannel.

Channel Strength: Input the 2 digit channelnunlberto cheekthe signal strength of the selectedchannel Make sure thesignal is strong enoughfor each channel.• This function isavailablefor DIGITAL(Air)only.

o See Initial Installation on page 12 for setting each item.o If no channel is found, confirm the type of connection made

with your TV and try channel search again.

This setting allows you to skip the HDMI or PCqN Input("INPUT4 (PC)", 'INPUT5 (HDMI)", "INPUT6 (HDMI)"and "INPUT7 (HDMI)") on the Input Selection operation.

Yes: Skips the input.No: Does not skip input.

Lets you set the input terminal displayed when usingthe INPUT SOURCE menu or channel display. PressA/T'/41/I_ to select the new name for the inputmode.

o You cannot change labels if the INPUT SOURCE is TV.

For adjusting a picture's horizontal and verticalposition.

H-Poe.: Centers the image by moving it to the left orright.

V-Pee.: Centers the image by moving it up or down.

o For resetting adjustments to the factory preset values, pressA./T to select "Reset", and then press ENTER.

o When connecting a PC to the HDMI terminal, the imageposition will be automatically adjusted. It cannot bemanually adjusted.

o Adjustments are stored separately according to inputsource.

o When a DTV channel is selected, the horizontal positioncannot be adjusted.

o The horizontal and/or vertical position may not be able tobe adjusted or it may be adjusted only to a certain degree.

Some input signals may have to be registered manuallyto display properly. The pair of input signals (resolutions)in the list below is not distinguishable when received.In such a case, you have to set the correct signalmanually. After setting once, it will display when thesame signal (resolution) is input again.

J1024 x 768 1360 x 768

o You can only select the "Input Signal" on the Setup menuwhen receiving one of the 2 input signals listed above.

For automatically adjusting the PC image.Yes: Auto Sync. starts.No: This function does not work.

o When "Auto Sync." is successful, "Completed" displays. Ifnot, "Auto Sync." failed.

o "Auto Sync." may fail even if "Completed" displays.o "Auto Sync." may fail if the computer image has low

resolution, has uncbar (black) edges, or is moved whileexecuting "Auto Sync.".

o Be sure to connect the PC to the TV and switch it on before

starting "Auto Sync.".

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iii_ijii_i_!!_i_ii_i_i_iiii_i¸_!_!_iiiiiiiiiiiii_i_!i!#!i_i_ii_ii_ii_ii_ii_ii_ii_ii_i_!i!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!!_!_i!!i!ii!!_!_i!!_!_i!i_!_!!i!!i!!i!!i_!_!ii!!i!_i!!_!!i!i!_i!_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_!ii!_i_ii_i_!_iOrdinarily you can easily adjust tile picture asnecessary to change image position using "AutoSync.". In some cases, however, manual adjustment isneeded to optimize the irrlage.

H-Poez Centers the image by moving it to the left orright.

V-Pos.: Centers the image by moving it up or down.Clock: Adjust when the image flickers with vertical

stripes.Phase: Adjust when characters have lew contrast or

when the image flickers.

o For resetting all "Fine Sync." adjustment items to the factorypreset vakJes, press A/T to select "Reset". and then pressENTER.

o It is not necessary to adjust the "Clock" or "Phase" when adigital signal is being input, so it cannot be selected.

o The default cursor position may net be in the center.because the screen position variable ranges may beasymmetrical

Determines whether the AUDIO terminal is used for

INPUT 4 (PCqN) or INPUT 6 (HDMI).INPUT4 (PC): Select this item when the audio signal is

input via the INPUT 4 (PCqN) terminal using an analogRGB cable (D sub 15 pin cable or VGA cable).

INPUT6 (HDMI}: Select this item when the audio signalis input via the INPUT 6 (HDMI) terminal using a DVIHDMI conversion cable.

When "PC Audio Select" is set to "INPUT6 (HDMI)". soundwill not be produced ifyou use only an HDMI-certifiedcable to connect HDMI compatible equipment. To producesound, you should make an analog audio connection.Kyou want to connect HDMl-cempatible equipment usingonly an HDMI certified cable, set "PC Audio Select" to"INPUT4 (PC)".

To watch an HDMI or PCqN equipment image.select "INPUTS". "INPUT6" or "INPUT7" from "INPUTSOURCE" menu using INPUT on the remote controlunit or on the TV.

Enable: To use View Mode based on signal recognition.including an HDMI signal.

Disable: No function.

You can output digital audio to an AV amplifier orsimilar device whose DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT terminalis connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal

on the TV. Please select an audio output formatcompatible with the audio format of the program youare watching and the equipment connected.

PCM: The optical output terminal outputs audio signalin PCM form. If your digital audio system does notsupport Delby Digital. select "PCM".

Dolby Digital: The optical output terminal outputs audiosignal in Delby Digital form. It reproduces sound fromsurround program of digital.

You can also select a language from the Setup menu.Select from among 3 languages: English. French andSpanish.

If complex adjustments are made and the settingscannot be restored to normal, you can reset thesettings to the factory preset values.

1 "Return to factory pre-setting" displays on thescreen.

If you have already set the Secret No.. input the 4 digitsecret number here.

2 Select "Yes".

After the reset has been completed, the power shuts offand then comes back on. The screen wi, have returned

to its odginal settings.

_W

The Channel Setup settings will net be changed.The Language settings wi, not be changed.The Secret number settings will not be changed.The TV Location settings wi, not be changed.

Refer to your external equipment operation manual for thesignal type.

. When connecting a DVI HDMI conversion adapter/cable tothe HDMI terminal, the image may not come inclearly.

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V-CHIP is an electronic filtering device built into yourTV. This tool gives parents a great degree of controlover broadcasts accessed by their children. It allows

Allows you to use a secret number to protect certainsettings from being accidentally changed.

iMPORTANT:Three conditions must be met to enable the V-Chip (seepages 22 to 24):

1. Secret No. is registered.2.V-Chip/V-Chip (DTV Only) settings have been made.

o The "V Chip (DTV Only)" will only be selectable whena new rating system can be downloaded via digitalbroadcasting in the U.S.

3. "Status" is set to "On".

[] New Secret No.

You carl set and change the secret number by using0-9,

Input Secret No.: When you change the secret number,enter the old 4-digit secret number here. The cursormoves to "New Secret No.".

New Secret Ne.: When you set the new secret number,enter the new 4-digit secret number here. The cursormoves to "Reconfirm".

Reconfirm: Enter the same 4 digit number you set in"New Secret No.".

parents to select programs judged suitable for childviewing while blocking ones judged not suitable. Itdoes so automatically once you activate the V-CHIPfeature in your TV. "V-Chip" and "Status" will not be

selectable from the menu if you do not first configureyour secret number.o The U.S. has two rating systems tor viewing content: TV

Parental Guidelines and movie ratings.o The TV Parental Guidelines work in conjunction with the

V CHIP to help parents screen out inappropriate televisionshows from their children.

o Movie ratings are used tor original movies rated by theMotion Picture Association of America (MPM) as watchedon cable TV and not edited for television. The V CHIP canalso be set to block MPM rated movies.

o The setting automatically enters "Block" for any ratingsbelow your selection.

o If Status is not set to "On", the configuration settings will notwork.

[] MPAA (Voluntary movie rating system}

Example

[] Secret No. Clear

You carl clear your secret number.Yes: Your secret number is cleared.No: Your secret number is not cleared.

, As a precautionary measure, make a note ot your secretnumber and keep it in a tamiliar place.

o Ifthe secret number is cleared, the Status settingautomatically sets to "Of/". "V-Chip" and "Status" wi, not beselectable from the menu.

Used to enable or disable the parental control function.This function will not be selectable from the menu if

you do not first configure your secret number.On: Enables Parental CTRL.Off: Disables Parental CTRL.

Press A/_' to adjust the item to your desired position."Block" indicates the item is blocked. Press MENU toexit.

G: General audbnces. All ages admitted.PC: Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be

suitable for children.PG-13: Parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be

inappropriate for children under 13.R: Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or

adult guardian (age varies in some jurisdictions).NC-t 7: No one 17 and under admitted.X: X is an older rating that is unified with NC 17 but may be

encoded in the data of older movies.

o Voluntary movie rating system only uses an age basedrating.

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[] TV Parental Guidelines

Example

PressA/T to adjust the item to your desired position."Block" indicates the item is blocked. Press MENU to exit.

Suggested ageTV-Y: All children.TV-Y7: Directed to older children.

"J'V-G: General audience.TV-PG: Parental Guidance suggested.TV-14: Parents strongly cautioned.TV-MA: Mature audience only.

Example

Canadian Rating Systems (Canadian English ratingsand Canadian French ratings)o The TV rating systems in Canada are based on the

Canadian Radio Tebvision and TebcommanbationsCommission (CRTC) policy on violence in tebvisionprogramming.

o While violence is the most important content element tobe rated, the structure developed takes into considerationother program content like language, nudity, sexuality andmature themes.

o When setting the V-CHIP on the Canadian system you canchoose either the Canadian English ratings or the CanadianFrench ratings.

[] Canadian English Ratings

Example

When setting an individual content-based ratingitem:

1 Press I_ or ENTER to access blocked contentitems from the currently selected age-based ratingitem.

2 Press,A/_" to select an individual item, and thenpress ENTER to unbleck it ("Block" is removed).Repeat the same steps for the other items.

3 Press ,,q or RETURN to register after all individualcontent rating items are set.

Content

FV: Fantasy violence.V: Violence.S: Sexual situation.

L: Adult language.D: Sexually suggestive dialog.

TVY [] [] [] [] []

TV Y7 X [] [] [] []

TVG [] [] [] []

TV PG X X X X

TV14 X X X X

TV MA X X X

[] : The content rating can be set, but this rating is not

normally broadcast by TV stations.

X : Content rating can be set.

Press A/_' to adjust the item to your desired position."Block" indicates the item is blocked. Press MENU toexit.

E: Exempt: Includes news, sports, docamentades and otherintormation programming; talk shows, music videos, andvariety programming.

C: Children: Intended tot younger children under the age of 8years. Pays careful attention to themes that could threatentheir sense d security and well being.

C8+: Children over 8 years old: Contains no portrayalof violence as the preterred, acceptable, or only wayto resolve conflict; nor encourage chikJren to imitatedangerous acts which they may see on the screen.

G: General: Considered acceptable tot all age groups.Appropriate viewing tot the entire tamily, contains very littleviolence, physical, verbal or emotional

PG: Parental Guidance: Intended for a general audience, butmay not be suitable tot younger children (under the age of 8)because it could contain controversial themes or issues.

14+: Over 14 years: Could contain themes where violenceis one ot the dominant ebments of the storyline, but itmust be integral to the development ot plot or character.Language usage could be profane and nudity presentwithin the context of the theme.

18+: Adults: Intended for viewers 18 years and older andmight contain depictions ot violence, which while related tothe development ot plot, character or themes, are intendedtot adult viewing. Could contain graphic language andportrayals of sex and nudity.

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[] Canadian French Ratings

Example

Press A/Y to adjust the item to your desired position."Block" indicates the item is blocked. Press MENU toexit.

E: Exempt programming.G: General: All ages and children, contains minimal direct

violence, but may be integrated into the plot in a humorousor unreaHstb manner.

8arts+: General but inadvisabb for young children: Maybe viewed by a wide public audbnce, but could containscenes disturbing to children under 8 who cannotdistinguish between imaginary and real situations.Recommended for viewing with parent.

13ans+: Over 13 years: Could contain scenes of frequentviolent scenes and therefore recommended tot viewing withparent.

16arts+: Over 16 years: Could contain frequent violent scenesand intense violence.

18ans+: Over 18 years: One/tot adult viewing. Could containfrequent violent scenes and extreme vJobnce.

[] How to temporarily release the V-CHIP BLOCK

When the V-CHIP BLOCK is working and censors abroadcast, "V-CHIP HAS BEEN ACTIVATED." displays.

1 Press ENTER while the V-CHIP is working, andthen the secret number setting menu displays.

2 Input the 4-digit secret number by using 0-9. At thistime V-CHIP BLOCK temporarily releases.

[] Reactivating the temporarily released V-CHIP

BLOCK

You can reactivate the temporarily released V-CHIPBLOCK as shown below.

o Select "Status" setting from the Parental CTRL menu toreactivate BLOCK. (See page 22.)

o Select "V-Chip" setting ("MPAA", "TV Guidelines", "Can.English Ratings" or "Can. French Ratings") from the ParentalCTRL to reactivate BLOCK. (See pages 22 to 24.)

o Switch off the TV power.

o Peflorming any ot the three above will activate the WCHIPBLOCK.

• • • -

When listening to music from a music program, youcan turn the screen off and enjoy audio only.

On: Audio is output without screen image.Off: Both screen images and audio are output.

o The screen image will return to normal when a button (exceptthose tot audio adjustment, such as VOL, MUTE, AUDIO)is pressed.

If the irrlage does not come in clearly from the externalequipment connected to INPUT 1, you may need tochange the input signal type setting from the list below:

Auto/COMPONENT/VIDEO

o If the selected signal type is incorrect, images are notdisplayed at all or are displayed without any color.

o Reter to your external equipment operation manual for thesignal type.

o If you set INPUT 1 to "Auto", the TV will automatically selectthe input signal.

o Setting INPUT 1 signal selection to "Auto" when otherequipment is connected will result in the tollowingconnection priority.

INPUT 1:,_1 COMPONENT VIDEO% VIDEO

Allows you to select what controls the audio output.Fixed: Sound via speaker is adjusted with VOL+/- on

the remote control unit or VOL +/- on the TV.Sound via the AUDIO OUTPUT terminal is notadjustable and outputs at a consistent level.

Variable: Sound via the AUDIO OUTPUT terminal is

adjusted with VOL+/- on the remote control unit orVOL+/- on the TV.

Sound via speaker is muted.

Select the video signal system corrlpatible with yourequipment from the list below:

Auto/NTSC/PAL- M/PAL- N

o "Color System" can only be set tor the INPUT 1 VIDEO andINPUT 3.

_&_ _ .....

Select to play the Demo Mode.On: Play product teature demo.Off: This function does not work.

o If the power is turned oft or the AC cord is unplugged whenthe TV is in demo mode, the TV will start in demo modewhen it is turned back on.

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This function allows you to adjust the closed captionscreen appearance to suit your preference. You can

adjust 8 items: "Font Size", "Font Style", "Font Color","Font Opacity", "Background Color", "BackgroundOpacity", "Font Edge" and "Edge Color".

Example:Selectable items available for "Font Style".

Default: The font specified by broadcasting station ordefault font.

Type 0: Proportional font used in the MENU screen.Type 1: Monospaced with serifs.Type 2: Proportionally spaced with serifs.Type 3: Monospaced without serifs.Type 4: Proportionally spaced without serifs.Type 5: Casual font type.Type 6: Cursive font type.Type 7: Small capitals.

o For resetting adjustments to the factory preset values, press_,/T to select "Reset", and then press ENTER.

o The default value depends on the broadcasting station.

This function allows viewing of digital closed captioninformation for the digital broadcast program beingviewed.

o This list is not displayed for analog broadcasts or externalinput audio/video.

o This information is not included in CC1, CC2, Tt (TEXTt),or T2 (TEXT2), and is not displayed in a list.

Select the CH display when changing channels fordigital broadcasting.

On: "Program Info." displays.Off: "Program Info." does not display.

This function locks the operation buttons on the TVand the remote control.

Off: No adjustment.RC Control Lock: All buttons on the remote control are

locked.Button Control Lock: All buttons on the TV, except

POWER, are locked.

o To unlock the buttons on the remote control by using thecontrol panel of the main unit (see page 17):(1_ Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then

press VOL +/- to select "Option".(2) Press ON/X./V to select "Operation Lock Out", and

then press INPUT.,:3) Press ON/X./V to select "Off", and then press INPUT.,:z!)Press MENU to exit.

o To unlock the buttons on the TV, press MENU on the remotecontrol, and then select "Off" in "Operation Lock Out".

The current version of the TV software is displayed.

This function allows software updates by insertinga USB memory device with the update file into theSERVICE terminal on the TV.To check for the availability of a software update, visithttp://www.sharpusa.cem/products/suppert/. If youhave any questions, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP

(800-237-4277).

• Do not remove the USB memory device or unplug the

AC cord while the software is being updated.

• Be sure to properly follow the whole procedure

described below, step by step. Otherwise, for

example, the "IV cannot read the data in the USB

memory device and software updating will fail

1 Insert the USB memory device with the update fileinto the SERVICE terminal on the TV.

This function allows you to program 4 favoritechannels, in 4 different categories. By setting thefavorite channels in advance, you can select yourfavorite channels easily.To register your favorite channel:

Select "Register" and then press ENTER. Press A/T/41/I_ to select the position in the category, and then pressENTER to register.

To delete your favorite channel:Select "1 Data Clear" and then press ENTER. PressA/V/_/i_ to select the channel you want to delete, andthen press ENTER. Select "Yes" and then press ENTER.To delete all the tavorite channels, select "All Data Clear".

o Before setting the channel, select the channel you want toregister as a favorite channel.

2 Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and thenpress 41/1_ to select "Option".

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3 Press A/Y to select "Software Update", and thenpress ENTER.• If you have already set the Secret No., go to step 4.

4 Input the 4-digit secret number by using 0-9.

5 Press ENTER to start checking the data in the USBmemory device.

7 Press ENTER to start updating.o The screen becomes dark tot a while until the update

screen can be displayed. Please wait tot the updatescreen to appear. Do not unplug the AC cord.

6 During the data checking, "Checking" blinks. !lExample

o The current version ot the TV so.are and the versionot the update file on the USB memory device aredisplayed. To update the TV software with the updatefile, select "Yes", and then press ENTER.

Example

o If the USB memory device is not properly instalbd or thecorrect update file cannot be found on the USB memorydevice, an error message is displayed.

o Check the file on the USB memory device, and thenreinsert the USB memory device correctly.

• DO not remove the USB memory device or unplug the

AC cord while the software is being updated.

8 When the software is successfully updated, ascreen is displayed indicating that the updateprocess is cornpleted.

After this screen is displayed, the TV automaticallyturns off and then turns on again.

Example

o If the update has failed, check the file in the USBmemory device and try Sotlware Update again.

g After the screen shown below is displayed, pressENTER.

10 Remove the USB memory device.

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Problem Possible Solution

o No power o Chock if you pressed POWER on the remote control unit. _ Page 12If the indicator on the TV does not light up, press POWER on the TV.

o Is the AC cord disconnected? _ Page 8o Has the power been turned on? .,YPage 12

o Unit cannot be operated, o External influences such as lightning, static electricity, may cause improperoperation. In this case, operate the unit after first taming oft the power ot the TV orunplugging the AC cord and replugging it in atter 1 or 2 minutes.

o Remote control unit does not o Are batteries inserted with polarity ( I , - ) aligned? _ Page 9operate, o Are batteries worn out? (Replace with new batteries.)

o Are you using it under strong or fhJorescent lighting?o Is a fluorescent light illuminated near the remote control sensor?o Is "PC Control Lock" sebcted in "Operation Lock Oat"? ._ Page 25

o Picture is cut off/with sidebar o Is the image position correct? ._ Page 20screen, o Are screen mode adjustments such as picture size made correctly? ,,_Page 16

o Strange color, light color, or o Adjust the picture tone.._ Page 18color misalignment o Is the room too bright? The picture may look dark in a room that is too bright.

o Power is suddenly turned oft. o Is the sleep timer set? ,,_Page 13o Check the power control settings. _ Page 19o The unit's internal temperature has increased. Remove any objects blocking vent or

dean.

o No sound o Is connection to other components correct? _ Page 11o Is the volume too low? _ Page 13o Is "Variable" selected in "Output Select"? ._ Page 24o Have you pressed MUTE on the remote control unit? ,_ Page 13o Check the audio output ot the connected external equipment, is the volume too low

or muted?

o When external equipment is connected via an HDMI cable, you may need toconfigure the audio to be output through the HDMI cable.

o When audio is not output from external equipment connected to the INPUT 4 orINPUT 6 terminal, check the "PC Audio Select" setting. ,_ Page 21

o Even when external equipment is connected using an HDMbcertifbd cable, an audiocable connection may be required depending on the type ot equipment and themedia being played back. In this case, in addition to connecting an HDMi-certifiedcable to the INPUT 6 (HDMI) terminal, connect a _ 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable tothe AUDIO terminal and set "PC Audio Select" to 'INPUT6 (HDMI)".._ Page 21

o When connecting a PC via an HDMI certified cable, check the tollowing:Is the audio output of the PC configured correctS!? Check the audio outputsettings and output audio format in Sound Properties on the PC.Only PCM format audio can be output. Compressed audio (with a sampling rate of32kHz, 44.1 kHz, or 48kHz) and DTS tormat audio cannot be output.Depending on the board, only video signals may be output. In this case, in additionto connecting an HDMI certified cable to the INPUT 6 (HDMI) terminal, connect a® 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable to the AUDIO terminal and set "PC Audio Select"to 'INPUT6 (HDMI)". ,_ Page 21

o If you are using a DVI HDMI conversion cable to connect external equipment to theTV, check the following:

Is an audio cable connected? The DVI-HDMI conversion cable is for video only.Connect a ®3.5 mm stereo minijack cable to listen to the audio.Is INPUT 6 being used? When the TV is connected to another HDMI terminal, theaudio and video are not output together even if a _ 3.5 mm stereo minijack cableis connected to the shared AUDIO terminal tot INPUT 4 and iNPUT 6.Is 'qNPUT4 (PC)" selected in "PC Audio Select"? _ Page 21

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Problem

o No picture

o Picture quality of HD programs ispoor.

o The TV sometimes makes acracking sound.

Possible Solution

o

o

o

o

o

Is connection to other components correct? _ Page 11Is correct input signal source sebcted after connection? _ Page 24Is the correct input sebcted? ,_ Page 15Is "On" sebcted in "Audio Only"? _ Page 24If the PC image is not displayed, check the fobwing:

When connecting a hptop PC to the TV, check that disphy output mode ot thePC is set to external monitor.

Check the resolution setting on the PC. is a non-compatibb signal being input?=_Page 80

o To eqoy HD images trom external equipment, you are required to set up HDMI

connection or component connection.

o If the program content is not ot HD quality, HD images cannot be displayed. Check

that the program you are viewing provides HD images.

o The HD cabb/satellite set top box may need to be configured to output HD images

via cabb/satellite.

o The cabb/satellJte broadcast may not support a signal resolution ot 1080p.

o This is not a malflJnction. This happens when the cabinet slightly expands andcontracts according to change in temperature. This does not affect the TV'spertormance.

The example of an error message Possible Solutiondisplayed on a screen

o Failed to receive broadcast, o Check the antenna cable. Check that the antenna is correctly setup.

o No broadcast now. o Check the broadcast time in the program guide.

Cautions regarding use in high and low temperature environmentso When the unit is used in a low temperature space (e.g. room, of/be), 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.o 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 Liquid Crystal panel to malfunction.h Storage temperature: - 4°F to I 140°F - 20°C to I 60°C

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Item Model: LC=40D68UT

LCD Size 40" Class (40" Diagonal)

panel Resolution 2,073,600 pixels (1,920 × 1,080)

TV standard (CCIR) American TV Standard ATSC/NTSC System

VHF/UHF VHF 2-13ch, UHF 14 69ch

CATV 1 135ch (non scrambled channel only)

TV Receiving DigitalTerrestrialFunction Channel Broadcast(SVSB) 2-69ch

Digitalcable'_ 1_135ch (non scrambled channel only)(64/256OAM)

Audio multiplex BTSC System

Audio out 8W × 2

INPUT 1 AV in, COMPONENT in

INPUT 2 COMPONENT in

INPUT 4 ANALOG RGB (PC) in (15 pin mini D sub female connector),Audio in (_ 3.5 mm stereo minijack)

INPUT 6 HDMI in with HDCP, Audio in (_ 3.5 mm stereo minijack)

Rear INPUT 7 HDMI in with HDCP

Terminals ANT/CABLE 75 _. Unbalance, F Type x 1 for Analog (VHF/UHF/CATV) and Digital (AIR/CABLE)

AUDIO Audio in (_ 3.5 mm stereo minijack)

DIGITALAUDIOOUTPUT Optical Digital audio output x 1 (PCM/Dolby Digital)

OUTPUT Audio out

INPUT 3 AV in

Side INPUT5 HDMI in with HDCP

SERVICE Sottware update

OSD language English/French/Spanish

Power Requirement AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Power Consumption 170 W (0.4 W Standby with AC 120 V)

TV + stand 33.1 Ibs./15.0 kgWeight

TV only 28.7 Ibs./13.0 kg

Dimension*2 TV + stand 38 7/s>( 26 9/64x 12 s/s inch

ON x H x D) TV only 38 7/s x 24 _/_ x 4 _/4inch

Operating temperature I 32°Fto 104°F(0°Cto 40°C)

Emergency alert messages via Cable are unreceivable.,2 The dimensional drawings are shown on the Spanish operation manual.o As part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes tor product

improvement without prior notice. The pertormance specification figures indicated are nominal vahJes ol production units.There may be some deviations from these vahJes in individual units.

• • • _ • - •

The listed optional accessory is available for the LiquidCrystal Television. Please purehase it at your nearest shop.o Additional optional accessories may be available in the near

future. When purchasing, please read the newest catalogue torcompatibility and check the availability.

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mIt is necessary to set the PC correctly to display XGA and WXGA signal.

PC Resolution

720 x 400

VGA

PC

640 x 480

SVGA 800 x 600

XGA 1024 x 768

WXGA 1360 x 768SXGA 1280x 1024

SXGA+ 1400x 1050UXGA 1600x 1200

VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corp.

Horizontal Frequency

31.5 kHz

31.5 kHz37.9 kHz37.5 kHz

35.1 kHz37.9 kHz48.1 kHz46.9 kHz

48.4 kHz56.5 kHz60.0 kHz47.7 kHz64.0 kHz

65.3 kHz75.0 kHz

Vertical Frequency

70 Hz

60 Hz72 Hz75 Hz

56 Hz60 Hz72 Hz75 Hz

60 Hz70 Hz75 Hz60 Hz60 Hz

60 Hz60 Hz

VESA Standard

OOO

OOOO

OOOOO

OO

CLEARING THE SECRET NUMBER

If you forget the secret number, clear the secret number using the following procedure.

1 Select an item from the list below to display the secret number input screen. (For operating the on-screen

display menu, see page 17.)

, "EZ Setup", "CH Setup", "Parental CTRL" or "Reset" on the Setup menu.

, "Software Update" on the Option menu.

2 Press and hold both CHA and VOL+ on tile TV simultaneously until tile message appears on tile screen.

The secret number is I I I I IM

o As a precautionary measure, make a note ot your secret number above, cut it from this manual, and keep it in a sate place.

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Calling for Service

For location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Sewice, or to obtaffl product literature, accessories, supplies, orcustomer assistance, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP.

LIMITED WARRANTY

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand Uqu_d Crystal Display product (the "Product"), when

shipped in its odg_nal 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 pert 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 Etems of the Product or if the serial number or model number affixed to the Product has been removed, defaced,

changed, altered or tampered wEth. This warranty does not cover _nst alEat_on or signal reception proMems. Th_s Eff_ted warranty will not apply if the Product has

been or is being used in a commerdal setting or application; tHs warranty _s meant solely for the non commercial, household use of the Product by consumers in

their beme or residence, if you _ntend to or already use this Product for commercial purposes or _n a commerciaJ setting, there are warranties avaElabEe to cover

_our use of this Product, the terms of which may vary. Please contact 1-888-GO-SHARP for further information.

In order to enforce your rights under this EimEted warranty, you should follow the steps set forth below. You must be able to provEde proof of purchase to the servEcer,

which proof must _nclude the date of purchase.

To the extent permitted by appEEcable state law, the warranties set forth are in lieu of, and exclusive of, all other warranties, express or implied. SpecEfically ALLOTHER WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUDED, ALL EXPRESS AND

IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR USE, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE

SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED. IF, UNDER APPLICABLE STATE LAW, IMPLIED WARRANTIES MAY NOT VALIDLY BE DISCLAIMED OR EXCLUDED, THE DURATION

OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES IS LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU

SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

The warranties given herein shall be the sole and exclusive warrant_es granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser and

only for the time pebeds set forth here_n. No other representations or promises made by anyone are permitted. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the

_ebed of time described bere_n, shale constitute complete fulf[lff_ent of a]] E_ab[EEties and responsibEEEties of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the Product, and

sbell constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise. Sharp does not warrant nor shall Sharp be E_abEe,

or in any way

responsible, for Products which have been subject to abuse (including, but not limited to, improper voltage), accident, m_suse, negligence, lack of reasonable care,

alteration, modification, tampering, m_suse, improper operation or maff_tenance or any damages or defects _n the Product which were caused by repeErs or

attempted repairs performed by anyone other than a Sharp autberLzed serv_ce_ Nor shall Sharp be l_ab_e or _n any way responsible for any incidental or consequen

tial economic or property damage. Some states do not allow limits on warranties or on remedies for breach _n certain transactions; in such states, the _m_ts herein

may not apply.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50} UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND PUERTO RICO,

Model Specific Section

Your Product Model Humber & Description: LC-40D68UT LCD Color Television

(Be sure to have th_s _nformation available when you need service for your Product.)

Warranty Period for this Product:

Additional Exclusions from

Warranty Coverage (if any):

Where to Obtain Service:

What to do to Obtain Service:

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

In order for the Product to be sewiced, the Product must be readily available to the

sewicer, free and clear of any complex or non standard installation, mounting or other

encumbrance which would unreasonably _nterfere with servicing the Product. The

Servicer will remount the Product after service, provided that such remounting is not into

a complex or non standard _nstallation. Any additional labor and materials required to

remove and/or reinstall a Product above and beyond the foregoing are not covered by th_s

warranty, may result _n additional charges and are the responsibility of the consumer.

image Retention resulting from a fixed image being d_splayed for long periods of time _s

not covered by this Life,ted Warranty (see Operation Manual on how to prevent this).

From a Sharp Autber_ed Servicer located _n the United States. To f_nd the location of the

nearest Sharp Autber_ed Servicer, please call Sharp toll free at 1 8OO BE-SHARR

Contact your Sharp Authorized Servicer to obtain in home service for this product. The

Servicer w_ll come to your location and if necessary remove the unit for repeir at the

Serv_cer's facility and return the set to you once completed. Be sure to have Proof ofPurchase available.

TO OBTAIN PRODUCT INFORMATION OR PURCHASE ACCESSORIES AND EXTENDED WARRANTIES CALL 1-800-BE-SHARP

OR VISIT www,sharpusa,com

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATIONSharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495-1163

SHARP CORPORATION

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VALID IN CANADA ONLY

LIMITED WARRANTYConsumer Electronics Products

Congratulations on your purchase!(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 inappropriateuse 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 Centresor 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 butnot limited to earphones, remote controls, AO 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 liquidspillage.

(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 aHliability 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 fulfinment of all obligations and responsibilities of Sharpto the purchaser with respect to the product and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict

Iiabimity or otherwise.

WARRANTY PERIODS: Parts & Labour (exceptions noted)

Audio Product 1 yearCamcorder 1 year

DVD Product 1 year

Projector 1 year (lamp 90 days)

LCD TV 1 yearMicrowave Oven 1 year (magnetron component-4 additional years)

Air Purifier 1 year

Portable Air Conditioner 1 year

"li_ oblain the name and address of Ihe r_emest Audlorized Sharp Service Cenire or Dealer, please conlact:

SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA I.TD 335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario 1.4Z 1W9

For more information on this Warranty, Sharp Extended WarrantyOffers, Sharp Canada Products, Accessory Sales, Dealer or Service SHARP

Locations, please call (905) 568-7140 -4

Visit our Web site: www.sharp.ca -_.c&. SSRWCE_ _"

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