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- Page 1 LC-42A85M LC-42A85M LC-46A85M LC-46A85M LC-52A85M LC-52A85M LCD COLOUR TELEVISION 液晶彩色電視機 液晶彩色電視機 OPERATION MANUAL 使用說明書 使用說明書 Printed in Malaysia 馬來西亞印刷 TINS-D820WJZZ TINS-D820WJZZ 馬來西亞印刷 08P08-MA-NP 08P08-MA-NP...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
OPERATION MANUAL ENGLISH Dear SHARP customer Thank you for your purchase of the SHARP LCD colour TV product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Precautions carefully before using this product. - Page 3 Contents Watching TV (Continued) Reducing the start-up time ................26 Password setting for the child lock (for TV input mode) ........ 27 Energy conservation settings ................... 28 Auto power-off at a designated time ............. 28 Auto power-off after the end of broadcast ............ 28 Auto power-off when there are no operations performed ......
- Page 4 Contents Connecting a PC (Continued) PC Control of the TV ....................49 PC compatibility chart ....................50 RS-232C commands list .................... 50 Teletext function About Teletext ......................51 Displaying Subtitles ....................52 Displaying Subpages ....................52 Teletext language setting ..................53 Appendix Troubleshooting ......................
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Page 5: Important Safety Precautions
Use a damp cloth to break when the product is struck clean the product. Do not use liquid forcefully or with a sharp object. If cleaners or aerosol cleaners. the LCD panel is broken, be careful not to be injured by broken glass. -
Page 6: Supplied Accessories
Always use the AC cord supplied with Used with batteries inserted. the TV. Page 9 Page 13 Page 10 Cable clamp Stand unit LC-42A85M Stand base Short screws ( g 4) Long screws ( g 4) Stand post Hex key Cloth For bundling cables. -
Page 7: Preparation
(used in step 2) the 4 holes on the rear of the TV. Hex key Short screw Attach the supporting post for the stand unit onto the base as shown below. LC-42A85M Long screw Soft cushion LC-46A85M/LC-52A85M NOTE Long screw •... -
Page 8: Part Names
*OPC: Optical Picture Control (See page 33.) ** See page 14 for the TV status indicator. • The illustrations in this operation manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual operations. • The illustrations used throughout this manual are based on LC-42A85M. -
Page 9: Tv (Rear)
Preparation TV (Rear) RS-232C terminal INPUT2 (HDMI) terminal INPUT1 (HDMI) terminals INPUT4 terminals INPUT7 (PC) terminals INPUT3 (HDMI) terminal AC INPUT terminal Headphone jack INPUT6 terminals DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal INPUT5 terminals MONITOR OUT terminals Antenna input terminal Regarding the headphone jack •... -
Page 10: Remote Control Unit
Preparation Remote control unit VOL k /VOL l Set the volume. (See page 19.) e (Mute) Mute the sound. (See page 25.) P&P Set the split-screen picture mode. Press P&P again to return to normal view. (See page 24.) 10 SURROUND Select SRS TS XT settings. -
Page 11: Before Turning On The Power
Preparation Before turning on the power Notes on installing the TV • Avoid direct sunlight and place the TV in a well-ventilated location. • Place the TV in a level location. • Do not turn on the power of the TV before connecting the AC cord. Connecting the antenna cable To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. -
Page 12: Connecting External Devices
Preparation Connecting external devices You can connect many types of external equipment to your TV, like a VCR, game console, camcorder, DVD player, Digital TV STB (Set Top Box) and PC. To view external source images, select the input source from TV/ VIDEO on the remote control unit or TV/VIDEO on the TV. -
Page 13: Connecting A Digital Tv Stb (Set Top Box)
Preparation Connecting a Digital TV STB (Set Top Box) You can use the INPUT1/INPUT2/INPUT3 (HDMI) or INPUT5/INPUT6 terminals when connecting to a Digital TV STB (Set Top Box) and other audiovisual equipment. NOTE • When using a DVI-HDMI conversion adaptor, input the Audio Signal from the AUDIO terminal of INPUT1. (See page 37.) When using HDMI cable When using component cable (commercially available) -
Page 14: Inserting The Batteries
Preparation Inserting the batteries Before using the TV for the fi rst time, insert two “AAA” size batteries (supplied). When the batteries become depleted and the remote control fails to operate, replace the batteries with new “AAA” size batteries. 1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert the two supplied “AAA”... -
Page 15: Turning The Tv On/Off
Preparation Turning the TV on/off Turning on the power Turning off the power Press POWER on the TV. POWER button • POWER indicator (Green): The TV is on. (After a few seconds, an image appears with sound.) • After turning the power “ON” by pressing POWER on the TV, you can turn the power ON/OFF by pressing POWER on the remote control. -
Page 16: About Menu Operations
Preparation About Menu operations H Using the control panel of the TV What is Menu? You can also operate the Menu using the control panel • You need to bring up the On-Screen Display to perform of the TV. settings for the TV. The On-Screen Display for the settings is called “Menu”. -
Page 17: Tv/Av Input Mode Menu Items
Preparation TV/AV input mode menu items List of TV/AV menu items to help you with operations Picture Setup Auto Installation ............Page 18 AV Mode ..............Page 32 Programme Setup ..........Pages 20-23 OPC ................Page 33 Child Lock ..............Page 27 Backlight .............. -
Page 18: Pc Input Mode Menu Items
Preparation PC input mode menu items List of PC menu items to help you with operations Setup Picture Input Skip ..............Page 39 AV Mode ..............Page 32 Input Label ..............Page 39 OPC ................Page 33 Standby Mode ............Page 26 Backlight .............. -
Page 19: Watching Tv
Watching TV Setting channels automatically You can run auto installation again, even after setting If you have already set the password, enter it up the preset channels. here. • See page 27 for setting a password. Press c / d to select “Yes”, and then press ENTER. -
Page 20: Selecting Programmes
Watching TV Selecting programmes Adjusting the volume You can change channels in several ways. Using CH r / s on the remote control unit • Press CH r to increase the channel number. • Press CH s to decrease the channel number. NOTE •... -
Page 21: Setting Channels To Your Preference
Watching TV Setting channels to your preference You can run the auto search procedure again at any time by accessing the Setup menu and Programme Setup. Channels can be tuned automatically or manually. Auto search Manual setting for each channel You can also automatically search by performing You can set some channel items manually. - Page 22 Watching TV Manual setting for each channel (continued) Search tuning Colour System Press a / b / c / d to select the channel you Press a / b / c / d to select the channel you want to edit, and then press ENTER. want to edit, and then press ENTER.
- Page 23 Watching TV Manual setting for each channel (continued) Labelling channels Setting the child lock When a TV channel sends its Network Name, the auto You can block the viewing of any channel. installation detects the information and assigns a name Press a / b / c / d to select the channel you to it.
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Page 24: Sorting Programmes
Watching TV Sorting programmes Erasing programmes Channel positions can be sorted freely. The individual programme can be erased. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c / d to select “Setup”. Press c / d to select “Setup”. Press a / b to select “Programme Setup”, and Press a / b to select “Programme Setup”, and then press ENTER. -
Page 25: Useful Viewing Functions
Watching TV Useful viewing functions Split-screen viewing This function is conveniently used when, for instance, watching cooking programmes and taking notes. Split-screen Picture and still image You can display two pictures except when inputting You can freeze a motion picture on the Display. from the RS-232C or PC INPUT terminal. -
Page 26: Returning To The Previously Selected Channel
Watching TV Outputting only audio Returning to the previously selected channel When listening to music from a music programme, you can set the display off and enjoy audio only. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c / d to select “Option”. Press A to switch the currently tuned channel to the previously tuned channel. -
Page 27: Switching The Analogue Audio Format
Watching TV Switching the analogue audio format When receiving a bilingual signal You can switch between multiple audio modes Each time you press MPX, the mode switches among when watching a multiple audio or stereo broadcast CH A, CH B and CH AB. programme. -
Page 28: Password Setting For The Child Lock (For Tv Input Mode)
Watching TV Password setting for the child lock (for TV input mode) Clearing the password Allows you to use a password to protect certain Allows you to clear your password. settings from being accidentally changed. Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Setting a password. Press a / b to select “Clear password”, and then press ENTER. -
Page 29: Energy Conservation Settings
Watching TV Energy conservation settings Auto power-off at a designated time Auto power-off after the end of broadcast This function is conveniently used when, for instance, You can set the TV to automatically power off in about going to bed while watching TV. 15 minutes after the TV goes into a state of receiving no programme signals, such as the end of a broadcast day. -
Page 30: Power Management
Watching TV Power Management Ecology When set to “Yes”, the TV activates the following You can set the TV to automatically power off when no power saving mode. image is displayed on PC. • “OPC” set to “On” (Page 33) •... -
Page 31: Picture Size Settings
Watching TV Picture size settings Selecting the Wide Screen Signalling Selecting the Wide Screen Signalling (WSS) picture size manually (WSS) picture size automatically The WSS signal has 4:3 auto-switching that allows you WSS allows a television to switch automatically among to select between Panorama and Normal. -
Page 32: Selecting The Picture Size Manually
Watching TV Selecting the picture size manually Manual Selection Auto Selection You can select different picture sizes that account for If you set “WSS” and “4:3 Mode” in the Setup menu the kind of each picture. on page 30, the optimum WIDE mode is automatically chosen for every broadcast containing the WSS information. -
Page 33: Selecting A Preset Av Mode
Watching TV Selecting a preset AV Mode The AV Mode function enables you to select Selected item Description appropriate settings for audio and video to account for the system environment which can vary due to factors STANDARD For a highly defi ned image in a normally like room brightness, type of programme watched or bright room the type of image input from external equipment. -
Page 34: Manual Picture Settings
Watching TV Manual picture settings c button d button Selected item Sets whether or not the screen brightness Picture adjustment is automatically adjusted according to the lighting condition in the room. (OPC You can adjust the picture to your preference. setting: See this page.) Follow the steps to adjust the picture. -
Page 35: Advanced Picture Settings
Watching TV Advanced picture settings The advanced settings enable you to set the picture H Black adjustment in more detail. There are seven options you For easier viewing, change the viewing depth by can choose from. selecting a level for automatically adjusting the dark portion of an image. -
Page 36: Other Picture Settings
Watching TV Other picture settings Adjusting the image position Game Play Time For adjusting a picture's horizontal and vertical position. This function displays the elapsed game time so you do not lose track of the time. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. To display the elapsed time, select “GAME”... -
Page 37: Audio Adjustment
Watching TV Audio adjustment You can adjust the audio of the selected AV mode. H Bass Enhancer Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. This function allows you to enjoy bass-enhanced sound. Press c / d to select “Audio”. Repeat steps 1 to 2 in Audio Adjustment. Audio Power Control Press a / b to select “Bass Enhancer”, and... -
Page 38: Settings When Using External Devices
Settings when using external devices Settings when using HDMI output devices HDMI terminals can carry audio and visual signals to the TV with an HDMI certifi ed cable. When you want to output the audio and picture from an HDMI output device on the TV, select “INPUT1”, “INPUT2” or “INPUT3” by switching the input source. -
Page 39: Selecting The Input Source And Signal Type
Settings when using external devices Selecting the input source and signal type Selecting input source Selecting input signal type Can use for selecting the input source. For setting the signal type of external equipment. Using TV/VIDEO on the remote control unit or on Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. -
Page 40: Labelling Input Sources
Settings when using external devices Labelling input sources Skipping HDMI/RGB input You can assign each input source a label as you This setting allows you to skip the HDMI or RGB input prefer. on the “Input Select” menu. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c / d to select “Setup”. -
Page 41: Aquos Link
AQUOS LINK Controlling HDMI devices using AQUOS LINK What is AQUOS LINK? Using the HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) protocol, with AQUOS LINK you can interactively operate compatible system devices (AV amplifi er, DVD, Blu-ray Disc device) using a single remote control. By connecting AQUOS LINK-compatible devices with HDMI-certifi... -
Page 42: Aquos Link Connection
AQUOS LINK AQUOS LINK connection First connect the AQUOS LINK-compatible audio system or an AQUOS BD Player that supports the HDMI CEC protocol. NOTE • Refer to the operation manual of the device to be connected for further details. • After unplugging connection cables or changing the connection pattern, fi rst turn on the power of the TV with all relevant device’s power turned on. -
Page 43: Selecting Recorder
AQUOS LINK Selecting recorder Operating an AQUOS LINK device You can select a recorder for the recording from AQUOS LINK allows you to operate the HDMI- several connected recorders. connected device with one remote control. Repeat steps 1 to 3 in AQUOS LINK Auto Use the following procedure to start playback. -
Page 44: Listening With The Aquos Tv Speaker System
AQUOS LINK Playback of titles using AQUOS LINK Listening with the AQUOS TV speaker system This section explains how to play back a title in the AQUOS BD Player. You can opt to listen to the TV sound only from the AQUOS TV speaker system. -
Page 45: Selecting Media Type For Cec-Compatible Recorder
AQUOS LINK Selecting media type for CEC-compatible Recording via the CEC-compatible recorder recorder’s EPG (only for recorders) If your recorder has multiple storage media, select the You can call up the CEC-compatible recorder’s EPG media type here. and preset timer recordings using the TV’s remote control. -
Page 46: Connecting A Pc
Connecting a PC Use the PC terminals to connect a PC. NOTE • The PC INPUT terminals are DDC1/2B-compatible. • Refer to page 50 for a list of PC signals compatible with the TV. ANALOG RGB cable (commercially available) Ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable (commercially available) AUDIO... -
Page 47: Selecting The Picture Size
Connecting a PC Selecting the picture size You can select the picture size as illustrated below. NOTE • Connect the PC before making adjustments. • Selectable picture size may vary with input signal type. Connecting a PC ANALOG RGB cable (commercially available) Ø... -
Page 48: Adjusting The Pc Image Automatically
Connecting a PC Adjusting the PC image automatically Adjusting the PC image manually This function enables the screen to be automatically Ordinarily you can easily adjust the picture as adjusted to its best possible condition when the necessary to change image position using Auto Sync. analogue terminals of the TV and PC are connected In some cases, however, manual adjustment is needed with a commercially available RGB cable, etc. -
Page 49: Input Resolution Settings
Connecting a PC Input resolution settings Selecting the input resolution • Some input signals may have to be registered manually to display properly. • The pairs of input signals (resolutions) in the list below are not distinguishable when received. In such case, you have to set the correct signal manually. -
Page 50: Pc Control Of The Tv
Connecting a PC PC Control of the TV • When a programme is set, the TV can be controlled from the PC using the RS-232C terminal. The input signal (PC/video) can be selected, the volume can be adjusted and various other adjustments and settings can be made, enabling automatic programmed playing. -
Page 51: Pc Compatibility Chart
Connecting a PC PC compatibility chart Horizontal Vertical VESA Horizontal Vertical VESA Resolution Resolution Frequency Frequency Standard Frequency Frequency Standard ✓ 720 g 400 1024 g 768 31.5 kHz 70 Hz 48.4 kHz 60 Hz ✓ ✓ 640 g 480 1024 g 768 31.5 kHz 60 Hz... -
Page 52: Teletext Function
Teletext function About Teletext What is Teletext? Teletext broadcasts pages of information and entertainment to specially equipped television sets. Your TV receives Teletext signals broadcast by a TV network, and decodes them into graphical format for viewing. News, weather reports, sports information, TELETEXT stock exchange prices and programme previews are among the many services available. -
Page 53: Displaying Subtitles
Teletext function Displaying Subtitles Displaying Subpages You can display subtitles as they are transmitted. You can display subpages as they are transmitted. Press [ to display the subtitle. • Subtitle is updated by information sent by the broadcasting station. • To stop updating subtitle automatically, press 3. Press [ to exit the subtitle screen. -
Page 54: Teletext Language Setting
Teletext function Teletext language setting If Teletext information does not display correctly, perform the procedure below. Select from among 4 kinds of language tables: West Europe, East Europe, Greek/Turkish, Cyrillic. Each table is compatible with the Teletext languages listed below. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. -
Page 55: Appendix
Appendix Troubleshooting The problems described below are not always caused by malfunctions. Check the TV again before having the TV serviced. Problem Possible Solution • No power. • Check if you pressed POWER on the remote control unit. (See page 14.) If the indicator on the TV lights up red, press POWER. -
Page 56: Error Messages About Recording Using Aquos Link
Appendix Error messages about recording using AQUOS LINK The example of an error message Error code Possible Solution displayed on a screen Check the content (broadcast or programme) Failed to record or the recording medium such as HDD or DVD. Cannot record the broadcast. -
Page 57: Reset
Appendix Reset Identifi cation If complex adjustments are made and the settings You can check the current version of the software on cannot be restored to normal, you can reset the the screen. settings to the factory preset values. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c / d to select “Setup”. -
Page 58: Specifi Cations
0°C — 40°C • As a part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specifi cation changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specifi cation fi gures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units. -
Page 59: Dimensional Drawings
Appendix Dimensional drawings Unit: mm LC-42A85M 1004 933.2... - Page 60 Appendix Dimensional drawings Unit: mm LC-46A85M 1101 1023.4 LC-52A85M 1237 1157.0...
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Page 61: Mounting The Tv On The Wall
• For details, refer to the instructions supplied with the optional bracket. CAUTION • This TV should be mounted on the wall only with the AN-52AG4 (SHARP) wall mount bracket. The use of other wall mount brackets may result in an unstable installation and may cause serious injuries. -
Page 62: Clearing The Password
Appendix CLEARING THE PASSWORD If you forget your password, set a new password using the following procedure. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c / d to select “Setup”. Press a / b to select “Child Lock”, and then press ENTER. The password input screen displays. - Page 63 Memo...