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LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
TÉLÉVISEUR ACL
TELEVISOR CON PANTALLA DE CRISTAL LIQUIDO

OPERATION MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN

ESPAÑOL

FRANÇAIS

LC-37GD4U
LC-32GD4U
LC-26GD4U

ENGLISH

LC-37GD4U
LC-32GD4U
LC-26GD4U
LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
ENGLISH

OPERATION MANUAL
• The illustrations and on-screen displays in this operation
manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly
from the actual operations.
• Some items may be grayed out. They are not selectable.

IMPORTANT:
To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please record
the TV’s model and serial numbers in the space
provided. The numbers are located at the rear of the
TV.

Model No.:
Serial No.:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrow-head
symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

CAUTION:
DO NOT PLACE THIS PRODUCT ON AN UNSTABLE CART, STAND, TRIPOD, BRACKET, OR
TABLE. THE PRODUCT MAY FALL CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND SERIOUS
DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT. USE ONLY WITH A CART, STAND, TRIPOD, BRACKET, OR TABLE
RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR SOLD WITH THE PRODUCT. FOLLOW THE
MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS WHEN INSTALLING THE PRODUCT AND USE MOUNTING
ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. A PRODUCT AND CART
COMBINATION SHOULD BE MOVED WITH CARE. QUICK STOPS, EXCESSIVE FORCE, AND
UNEVEN SURFACES MAY CAUSE THE PRODUCT AND CART COMBINATION TO OVERTURN.
WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-37GD4U
SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-32GD4U
SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-26GD4U
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
RESPONSIBLE PARTY:
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP
For Business Customers: URL http://www. sharpusa. com

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 protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on 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 installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the
National Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.”

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these
materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact
your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eia.org

DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER
Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp Liquid Crystal Television. To ensure safety and many years
of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
carefully before using this product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if
improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However,
improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following
instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of
your Liquid Crystal Television, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product.
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Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
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. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged
in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into
the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
15) Power Sources — This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local
power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
16) Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can
result in 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 may
touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the product.
18) Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
a) When the AC cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation,
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.
19) Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
20) Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
21) Wall or ceiling mounting — When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product
according to the method recommended by the manufacturer.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• 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 well as damage to the product. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When mounting the product on
a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Use only the mounting hardware
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Ventilation — The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do
not cover or block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause
overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa,
rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This product is not
designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a
bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions are
followed.
• The Liquid Crystal panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when
the product is dropped or applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass
pieces in case the panel breaks.

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

• The Liquid Crystal panel is a very high technology product with 3,147,264 thin film transistors, giving you fine picture
details.
Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green or red. Please note
that this does not affect the performance of your product.
Precautions when transporting the Display
When transporting the Display, never carry it by holding onto the speaker. Be sure to always carry the Display by two
people holding it with two hands—one hand on each side of the Display.

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

• Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall
into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact
with them might be fatal.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, Iocation of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC —NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

• To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or flames on the top or near the TV
set.

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing.
No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product.

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place the AC power cord under the TV set
or other heavy items.

• Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the wall outlet before handling.
• Use a soft cloth and gently wipe the surface of the display panel. Using a hard
cloth may scratch the panel surface.
• Use a soft damp cloth to gently wipe the panel when it is really dirty.
(It may scratch the panel surface when wiped strongly.)
• If the panel is dusty, use an anti-static brush, which is commercially available, to
clean it.
• To protect the panel, do not use a dirty cloth, liquid cleaners or chemical cloth to
clean it, such materials may damage the panel surface.

Contents
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ……………………… 1
DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER ………………………… 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS …………… 3
Contents ……………………………………………… 6
Trademarks …………………………………………… 7
COPYRIGHT AND LICENSE NOTICE …………… 7
Patent Notice ………………………………………… 7
Supplied accessories ……………………………… 8
Preparation …………………………………………… 9
Where to place the TV …………………………… 9
Setting the TV ………………………………… 10
Attaching speakers …………………………… 11
Removing the stand …………………………… 12
Setting the Display on the wall ……………… 12
Inserting the batteries ………………………… 13
Using the remote control unit ………………… 13
Cautions regarding remote control unit … 13
Part names ………………………………………… 14
Display ………………………………………… 14
Remote control unit …………………………… 16
Watching TV ……………………………………… 17
Antennas ……………………………………… 17
Cable TV converter/VCR connection ………… 17
Outdoor antenna connection ………………… 19
Turning on the power ………………………… 20
Turning off the power ………………………… 20
Initial setup ……………………………………… 21
Changing channels Analog-TV ……………… 22
Changing channels Digital-TV ……………… 22
Changing volume/sound ……………………… 23
Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode ……………… 24
Connecting Digital Cable Module …………… 25
Basic adjustment settings ……………………… 26
AV input mode menu items …………………… 26
PC input mode menu items …………………… 26
EZ setup ………………………………………… 27
Channel setup ………………………………… 28
Favorite channel setting ……………………… 30
Language setting ……………………………… 30
Antenna Setup-DIGITAL ……………………… 31
Picture adjustments …………………………… 32
OPC setting ………………………………… 33
C.M.S. (Color Management System) …… 33
Color temperature ………………………… 34
Black ……………………………………… 34
3D-Y/C ……………………………………… 34
Monochrome ……………………………… 35
Film mode (3:2 pull-down) ……………… 35
I/P Setting ………………………………… 35
Sound adjustment ……………………………… 36
Dolby virtual …………………………………… 36
Power control …………………………………… 37
Power control for AV source ……………… 37
Power control for PC source ……………… 37
Digital Setup …………………………………… 38
Video setup ………………………………… 38
Audio setup ………………………………… 39
Using memory card ……………………………… 40
Important notes on using memory card …… 40
Card Setup mode menu items ……………… 42
Recording a still image ……………………… 44
Displaying a still image ……………………… 44
Displaying slide show ………………………… 44
Setting/unprotecting Slide Show …………… 45
My Program …………………………………… 45
Audio Select …………………………………… 45
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Protecting/unprotecting still picture files ……
Deleting a still image file ………………………
Deleting all still image files ……………………
Recording a motion picture ……………………
Displaying a motion picture …………………
Rec. Mode ………………………………………
Pre Record ………………………………………
Repeat Play ……………………………………
Protecting/unprotecting motion picture files …
Deleting a motion picture file …………………
Deleting all motion picture files ………………
Format ……………………………………………
Using external equipment ………………………
Displaying an external equipment image ……
Connecting a DVD player ……………………
Connecting a VCR ……………………………
Connecting a game console
or camcorder ………………………………
Connecting a Digital TV STB …………………
Connecting HDMI equipment ……………
Displaying an image from HDMI
equipment …………………………………
Connecting a PC ………………………………
Connecting D-VHS Decks
(i.LINK connection) ………………………
About i.LINK ………………………………
i.LINK connection …………………………
Connecting two or more D-VHS decks …
Setting the recording mode ………………
Setting the Stand-by Mode ………………
Selecting a D-VHS deck (i.LINK) …………
Disabling the TV’s operation of
a D-VHS deck (i.LINK) …………………
Deleting a preset D-VHS deck (i.LINK) …
Controlling an i.LINK device ………………
Automatic input switching to i.LINK ……
Recording digital programs
with a D-VHS deck (i.LINK) ……………
Useful adjustment settings ………………………
Image position (AV input mode only) ………
Moving the picture on the screen ……………
Connecting external speakers ………………
Audio Quality Control …………………………
Auto Sync. adjustment (PC input mode only) …
Fine Sync. adjustment (PC input mode only) …
Input Select ……………………………………
Input label ………………………………………
Picture flip ………………………………………
AV MODE ………………………………………
View mode for 4:3 Programs …………………
View mode (for PC input mode) ………………
Input signal (for PC input mode) ……………
Digital Noise Reduction ………………………
Audio only ………………………………………
Output Select ……………………………………
Quick shoot ……………………………………
Sleep timer ………………………………………
Title Display Type ………………………………
Closed caption …………………………………
Caption Size ………………………………
Font Style ……………………………………
Foreground Color …………………………
Foreground Opacity ………………………
Background Color …………………………
Background Opacity ………………………
Character Edge ……………………………

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Contents
Secret number setting for parental control
(AV input mode only) ………………………
Parental control (setting V-CHIP level) ………
How to temporarily release
the V-CHIP BLOCK ………………………
Reactivating the temporarily released
V-CHIP BLOCK ……………………………
Center Channel Input …………………………
Other viewing options ……………………………
Viewing a list of Digital broadcast channels …
Viewing information of the program …………
Twin picture functions …………………………
Presetting remote control function ……………
Appendix …………………………………………
Troubleshooting …………………………………
PC compatibility chart …………………………
RS-232C port specifications …………………
Specifications …………………………………
Optional accessory ……………………………
Dimensional drawings ……………………………

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Trademarks
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.
Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 5510752 and 5736897. BBE and BBE symbol are registered
trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.
• “HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.”

COPYRIGHT AND LICENSE NOTICE
• It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that
prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.
• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property
rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and
other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited. U. S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; 6,381,747; and 6,516,132.
• This digital television is capable of receiving analog basic, digital basic and digital premium cable television programming
by direct connection to a cable system providing such programming. A security card provided by your cable operator is
required to view encrypted digital programming. Certain advanced and interactive digital cable services such as videoon-demand, a cable operator's enhanced program guide and data-enhanced television services may require the use of
a set-top box. For more information call your local cable operator.

Supplied accessories
Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.
Remote control unit (g1)

“AAA” size battery (g2)

AC cord (g1)

RRMCGA264WJSA
Page 13

Page 13

QACCDA019WJPZ
Page 10

Cable clamp (g1)

RF cable (g1)

Operation manual (g1)

Only included with the LC-32GD4U
and LC-37GD4U.
LC-37GD4U
LC-32GD4U
LC-26GD4U

LHLDW0110CEZZ
Page 10

QCNW-A342WJZZ
Pages 18 and 19

TINS-B241WJZZ

Bracket unit (g1)

Speaker unit (g1)

The LC-26GD4U is shipped with the
speakers attached.

The LC-26GD4U is shipped with the speakers attached.

**
*

LC-37GD4U/LC-32GD4U:
GCOVAA856WJKB
Page 11

**
*

Left speaker
LC-37GD4U: DSP-ZA079UJ07
LC-32GD4U: DSP-ZA076UJ07
Page 11

* The parts number for screws

Speaker unit

Bracket unit

Parts number

Color

Q’ty

LX-BZA063WJ01

—

XEBSN40P08000

SILVER

XEBS940P12000

BLACK

LHLDZA375WJKA

—

** The parts number for speaker unit
Angle

NOTE
• Always use the AC cord supplied with the LCD-TV.
8

Right speaker
LC-37GD4U: DSP-ZA079UJ08
LC-32GD4U: DSP-ZA076UJ08
Page 11

Preparation
Where to place the TV
First select the location where to place the TV.

Selecting the location of the TV
• Select a place with no direct sunlight and good ventilation.

Display

Setting the TV in place
Handling the Display
CAUTION

• Do not remove the stand and speaker from the Display unless
using an optional bracket to mount it.
• Keep enough space above and behind the Display.
• When you move TV, carry out by two people or more than it.
• When you move the Display, hold the portion of the Display, not the
speaker.

4 inches
(10 cm)
or more

CAUTION

Adjust the screen with both hands. Put one
hand on the Display and tilt the screen while
steadying the stand with your other hand.
Maximum Degree of Adjustment
Up

Down

Left/Right

LC-37GD4U

6˚

2˚

10˚ each

LC-32GD4U

6˚

2˚

10˚ each

LC-26GD4U

10˚

5˚

25˚ each

Preparation

Setting the TV
After putting the Display in place, connect the AC cord. Use the cable clamp for bundling the cables.

Removing the terminal cover
Display (rear view)
Press down the hooks
to remove the cover
toward you.

Connecting the AC cord to the Display

AC cord (with ferrite core)

Bundling the cables with the clamp

Cable clamp

for LC-32GD4U/LC-37GD4U

for LC-26GD4U

CAUTION
• TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT TOUCH UN-INSULATED PARTS OF ANY CABLES WITH THE
AC CORD CONNECTED.

Preparation

Attaching speakers

The illustration shows the LC-32GD4U.

Remove the terminal cover as shown in the
illustration.

Attach the speaker terminal cover.

Insert the projecting bulges on the side of the
speakers into the corresponding slots in the
display.

Align nub of the bracket with the groove and slot it
into place.

7
Screw
(BLACK)
Screw
(SILVER)

Fasten the screw.

Fasten the bracket with the screw.

Fasten the speaker cable with the holder. Connect
the ends of the cable to the speaker terminals as
shown in the illustration.

Attach the terminal cover as shown in the
illustration.

CAUTION

• Do not remove the stand and speaker from the Display unless using an optional bracket to mount it.
• Before performing work spread cushioning over the base area to lay the Display on. This will prevent it from
being damaged.
NOTE
• Perform the same steps for right speaker.
• To attach the speakers, perform the steps in reverse order.

Preparation

Removing the stand
Before detaching (or attaching) stand, unplug the AC cord from the AC input terminal.
CAUTION

• Do not remove the stand from the Display unless using an optional wall mount bracket to mount it.

Before attaching/detaching stand
• Before performing work make sure to turn off the TV.
• Before performing work spread cushioning over the base area to lay the Display on. This will prevent it from
being damaged.

Unfasten the four screws used to secure the
stand in place.

Detach the stand from the Display.
(Hold the stand so it will not drop from the edge of
the base area.)

CAUTION

• Do not remove the stand and speaker from the Display unless using an optional bracket to mount it.
NOTE
• To attach the stand, perform the above steps in reverse order.

Setting the Display on the wall
CAUTION
• Installing the Liquid Crystal Television requires special skill that should only be performed by qualified service
personnel. Customers should not attempt to do the work themselves. SHARP bears no responsibility for improper
mounting or mounting that results in accident or injury.

Using an optional bracket to mount the Display
• You can ask a qualified service personnel about using an optional AN-37AG2 bracket to mount the Display
to the wall.
• Carefully read the instructions that come with the bracket before beginning work.
Hanging on the wall
AN-37AG2 wall mount bracket. (See the bracket instructions
for details.)

About setting the Display angle
LC-37/32/26GD4U
• You can set the Display on the wall
up to 20 degrees forward when the
speakers are attached and up to
20 degrees forward when the
speakers are not attached. Do not
set the angle outside those ranges.
Angle of Display

Vertical mounting

With Speakers
Removed

With Speakers
Attached

LC-37GD4U

10˚

LC-32GD4U

20˚

Angular mounting
• We do not recommend attaching
the LC-26GD4U to a wall surface.

Preparation

Inserting the batteries
If the remote control fails to operate Liquid Crystal Television functions, replace the batteries in the remote
control unit.
1 Open the battery cover.
2 Insert two “AAA” size batteries 3 Close the battery cover.
(supplied with the product).

• Place the batteries with their terminals
corresponding to the (e) and (f)
indications in the battery compartment.

CAUTION

Improper use of batteries can result in chemical leakage or explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions below.
• Place the batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (e) and (f) indications.
• Do not mix batteries of different types. Different types of batteries have different characteristics.
• Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new batteries or cause
chemical leakage in old batteries.
• Remove batteries as soon as they are worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If you
find any chemical leakage, wipe thoroughly with a cloth.
• The batteries supplied with this product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions.
• If you will not be using the remote control unit for an extended period of time, remove batteries from it.

Using the remote control unit
Use the remote control unit by pointing it towards the remote control sensor on
the Display. Objects between the remote control unit and the remote control
sensor may prevent proper operation.

Cautions regarding remote control unit
• Do not expose the remote control unit to shock.
In addition, do not expose the remote control unit to liquids, and do not place
in an area with high humidity.
• Do not install or place the remote control unit under direct sunlight.
The heat may cause deformation of the remote control unit.
• The remote control unit may not work properly if the remote control sensor on
the Display is under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such cases, change
the angle of the lighting or the Display, or operate the remote control unit
closer to the remote control sensor.

Part names
Display

* The examples use throughout this manual are based on the 32GD4U model.

INPUT
button

VOLUME buttons
(VOLl/k )
CHANNEL buttons
(CHs/r)

Remote control sensor

POWER button

Headphone jack

OPC sensor
POWER indicator

CARD indicator
OPC indicator

SLEEP indicator
*OPC: Optical Picture Control
(See page 33.)
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Part names

Display
LC-37GD4U
LC-32GD4U
i.LINK terminals
INPUT 3
terminals
MONITOR OUTPUT
terminals
INPUT 1
terminals

CableCARD slot

INPUT 2 terminals

ANT/CABLE 75 q
DIGITAL terminal

LC-26GD4U
MONITOR
OUTPUT
terminals
* Instead of AIR IN and CABLE
IN terminals, the LC-26GD4U
has an ANT/CABLE 75 q
DIGITAL terminal.

INPUT 3
terminals

INPUT 1
terminals

INPUT 2 terminals
AC INPUT
terminal

EXTERNAL SPEAKER terminals
DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT
terminal
SYSTEM RESET**

DC OUTPUT
terminal
(Terminal for expanded
functionality in the near
future.)

CENTER CHANNEL
INPUT terminal
INPUT 5 terminals
* This terminal
looks different on
the LC-26GD4U.

RS-232C
terminal
RESET*

* Press RESET if the system cannot return to its
original state after performing various operations.
•
•
•
•
•
•

INPUT 4 terminal

ANALOG A IN terminal

AV MODE resets to DYNAMIC (Fixed)
TV channel returns to initial channel setting (Air:2ch, Cable:1 or 2ch)
Twin picture resets to normal
Audio setting initializes
Dolby virtual resets to off
Image position initializes

ANALOG A OUT terminal
ANALOG B IN terminal

** Press SYSTEM RESET if the system does not operate after starting up.
NOTE
• Pressing RESET will not work if the System is in standby mode (indicator lights red).
• Pressing RESET will not delete channel preset or secret number. See page 66 for clearing the secret number when you
know it. See page 100 for initializing to the factory preset values when you forget your secret number.

Part names

Remote control unit
1

1
2
3

2
3

5
6

7
8
9

5
20

21
22
23

8
9
10

24
25
26

11
12
13
14
15
16

11
12
13

14
15
16
17

28
29
30
31

20
21

22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29

30
31
32
33

TV POWER: Switches the Liquid Crystal Television
power on or Standby. (See page 20.)
DISPLAY: Displays the channel information.
SOURCE POWER: Turns the power of the external
equipment on and off.
External equipment operational buttons: Operates
the external equipment.
0 – 9: Sets the channel.
A-ANALOG-B: Each button selects the corresponding
antenna.
l: Sets the volume. (See page 23.)
VOL k/l
CARD: Switches to card mode.
INFO: Displays the program information screen. (See
page 85.)
Virtual: Select Virtual Dolby Surround settings. (See
page 36.)
EXIT: Turns off the menu screen.
SELECT: Selects the active screen. (See page 85.)
TWIN PICTURE: Sets the twin picture mode.
Press again to return to normal screen. (See page
86.)
SLEEP: Sets the sleep timer. (See page 71.)
AUDIO: Selects the MTS/SAP. (See page 24.)
i.LINK: Displays the i.LINK panel. (See page 59.)
FUNCTION: Switches the remote control for TV, CBL/
SAT, VCR, DVD and AUDIO operation. Indicator lights
up for the current mode. (See page 87 to 91 for details.)
: When pressed all buttons on the remote control unit
will light. The lighting will turn off if no operations are
performed within about 5 seconds. This button is used
for performing operations in dark places.
VIEW MODE: Selects the screen size. (See pages 69
and 71.)
FLASHBACK: Returns to the previous channel or input
external mode. (See page 22.)
INPUT: Selects a Liquid Crystal Television input source.
(TV, INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 3, INPUT 4, INPUT 5,
Card) (See pages 50 and 66.)
DIGITAL: Receives digital broadcasts.
s: Selects the channel.
CH r /s
MUTE: Mutes the sound. (See page 23.)
CH LIST: Displays the channel list screen.
MENU: Displays the menu screen.
a/b/c/d: Selects a desired item on the screen.
RETURN: Returns to the previous menu screen.
FAVORITE CH
A, B, C, D: Selects four preset favorite channels in four
different categories. (See page 30 for details.)
While watching, you can toggle the selected channels
by pressing A, B, C and D.
FREEZE: Sets the still image. Press again to return to
normal screen. (See page 86.)
CC: Displays captions during closed-caption source.
(See page 73.)
EDIT: Registers favorite channel.
AV MODE: Selects an audio or video setting. (See
page 68.) (AV mode: STANDARD, MOVIE, GAME,
USER, DYNAMIC (Fixed), DYNAMIC. PC mode:
STANDARD, USER.)

Watching TV
Simple operations for watching a TV program

Antennas
To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. The following is a brief explanation of the types of connections
that are used for a coaxial cable. If your outdoor antenna uses a 75-ohm coaxial cable with an F-type connector,
plug it into the antenna terminal at the rear of the AVC System.
NOTE
• The antenna and the cable converter cannot be connected at the same time.
F-type connector

1. A 75-ohm system is generally a round cable with F-type
connector that can easily be attached to a terminal without
tools (Commercially available).

75-ohm coaxial cable (round)
2. A 300-ohm system is a flat “twin-lead” cable that can be
attached to a 75-ohm terminal through a 300/75-ohm
adapter (Commercially available).
300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat)

Cable TV converter/VCR connection
• Be sure to connect the antenna or the cable converter as follows. Signal reception may fail if improperly connected.
• Be sure to remember what kind of connection is made with your System.
• The connection type will determine whether to select “Air” or “Cable” for both ANT-A and B when configuring “Air/Cable”
settings.
A-1. Connecting with cable TV Converter and VCR

Coaxial Antenna Cable (commercially available)

OUT

2-way
signal splitter
(commercially
available)

Cable lead-in

Cable TV converter
(commercially available)

Coaxial Antenna Cable (commercially available)

Audio Cable (commercially available)
Video Cable (commercially available)

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

VCR

NOTE
• Be sure to remember what kind of connection is made with your System.
• Shown here is the preferred method of connecting a VCR and CATV Converter to your TV if you are in an area with good
signal reception. This way you can view either TV programs or VCR tapes and not be concerned about the position of the
VCR’s TV/VCR switch and you can enjoy stereo tape playback from a stereo VCR.
• While in STANDBY, no signal outputs from ANT-A OUT.

Watching TV

Cable converter/VCR connection (continued)
A-2. Connecting with cable converter using AUX terminals for audio and video output.
(If your cable TV converter has both RF OUTPUT and AUX terminals, it is recommended to connect it as
shown in example A-1.)

Coaxial Antenna Cable (commercially available)
signal splitter
(commercially
available)
OUT

Cable lead-in

VIDEO AUDIO

Cable TV Converter

RF Cable (Supplied)

Audio Cable (commercially available)
Video Cable (commercially available)

VIDEO AUDIO

NOTE

OUT

VCR

• Be sure to remember what kind of connection is made with your System.
• Shown here is the preferred method of connecting a VCR and CATV Converter to your TV if you are in an area with good
signal reception. This way you can view either TV programs or VCR tapes and not be concerned about the position of the
VCR’s TV/VCR switch and you can enjoy stereo tape playback from a stereo VCR.

Connecting with Cable Converter without VCR

Coaxial Antenna Cable (commercially available)

OUT

Cable TV converter
(commercially available)

signal splitter
(commercially
available)
Cable lead-in

Coaxial Antenna Cable
(commercially available)

NOTE
• Be sure to remember what kind of connection is made with your System.
• Switching between ANALOG-A and ANALOG-B is possible by pressing the A-ANALOG-B button on the remote control.
• A good color picture depends on a good TV signal. So does good multi-channel sound. Ask your dealer for advice on
how to install your outdoor antenna to receive the best possible signal.
• If you subscribe to Cable TV or have a central antenna for your building, you may not need an outdoor antenna.
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Watching TV
C.

Connecting Antenna Cable with VCR

signal splitter
(commercially
available)

Coaxial Antenna Cable
(commercially available)

Cable lead-in

RF Cable (Supplied)

Audio Cable (commercially available)
Video Cable (commercially available)

VIDEO AUDIO

OUT

VCR

NOTE

• Be sure to remember what kind of connection is made with your System.
• Shown here is the preferred method of connecting a VCR to your TV if you are in an area with good signal reception. This
way you can view either TV programs or VCR tapes and not be concerned about the position of the VCR’s TV/VCR switch
and you can enjoy stereo tape playback from stereo VCR.
• If your lead cable is a 300-ohm twin-lead cable or UHF/VHF separate cable, use a 300/75-ohm adapter or combiner
(output side is 75-ohm coaxial) to connect to the TV (see below).

Outdoor antenna connection
Connecting Antenna Cable
Cable without a CATV
converter
CombinationCable TV lead-In
VHF/UHF antenna

Home Antenna
terminal (75-ohm)

Coaxial cable
(commercially
available)

or 75-ohm coaxial cable (round)

300-ohm twin-lead (flat)

Separate VHF/UHF
antenna

300/75-ohm adapter
(commercially available)

VHF
UHF
ANTENNA ANTENNA
300-ohm
twin-lead

300-ohm twin-lead

Combiner
(commercially
available)

IN OUT
or
75-ohm coaxial cable
RF Cable (Supplied)

NOTICE

F-type connector

75-ohm coaxial cable

F-type connector should be finger-tightened only.
When connecting the RF cable to the TV set, do not tighten
F-type connector with tools.
If tools are used, it may cause damage to your TV set.
(The breaking of internal circuit, etc.)
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Watching TV

Turning on the power

Display

Press POWER on the Display.
POWER
POWER indicator

• POWER indicator (Blue): The TV is on. (After a few seconds, a window
appears with sound.)
• POWER indicator (Off): The TV is in standby. Press TV POWER on the
remote control.

NOTE
• The initial setup starts when the TV powers on for the first time. If the TV
has been turned on before, the EZ setup will not be invoked. See page
XX to try EZ setup from the Setup menu.

Turning off the power
Press TV POWER on the remote control.
• The TV enters standby mode and the image on the screen disappears.
• The POWER indicator on the Display gradually turns off.

Press POWER on the Display.
• The POWER indicator on the Display gradually turns off.
• The Power will not turn off unless the AC cord is pulled out from the wall
outlet.

NOTE
• If you are not going to use this TV for a long period of time, be sure to
remove the AC cord from the power outlet.

CAUTION
• Please do not unplug the AC cord when the POWER indicator is
red.

Display status indicator

ON
OFF (Standby)
Standby

TV Guide On Screen function is downloading data
CableCARD is downloading data.

w/o CableCARD

When CableCARD
inserted

Lighting (Blue)

Lights off

Lighting (Red)

—

Lighting (Red)

Watching TV

Initial setup
When you turn on the TV for the first time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels where you
live. Perform the following steps before you press TV POWER on the remote control unit.
1. Insert the batteries into the remote control unit. (See page 13.)
2. Connect the antenna cable to the Display. (See pages 17 to 19.)
3. Plug in the AC cord to the AC outlet. (See page 10.)
Language setting
Select from among 3 languages: English, French and
Spanish.

Press a/b to select the desired language
listed on the screen, and then press ENTER.

Channel search
Channel auto search makes the System look for all
channels viewable in the set area.

Language
TV Guide On Screen
Air/Cable

English

CH Search

Français
Español

Press c/d to select “Yes” for ANALOG-A,
then press a/b to move down.
Press c/d to select “Yes” for ANALOG-B,
then press a/b to move down.
Press c/d to select “Yes” for DIGITAL (AIR/
Cable), and press UP/DOWN to move down.
Select “Search Start”, and then press
ENTER.
Language
Air/Cable
CH Search

Antenna setting
Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV
when selecting “Air” or “Cable” for both ANALOG-A and B.

ANALOG-A

Yes

ANALOG-B

Yes

No
No

DIGITAL

Yes

Search Start

Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable” for
ANALOG-A, then press a/b to move down.
Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable” for
ANALOG-B.
Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable” for
DIGITAL (Cable), then press a/b to move
down.
Press ENTER to enter the setting.

Example
DIGITAL (Cable)

CH Search
ANALOG-A Air

• This operation makes the System search for
both ANALOG-A and B.
• There are 3 kinds of CATV system, including
Standard, HRC and IRC. Select the one
matches to your TV. Select Auto when you do
not know which one to select.

[ 25 ]

Found

[ 20 ]

[ 25 ]

Found

[ 20 ]

CH Search
ANALOG-B Cable

Example

CH Search
DIGITAL

Language

Cable

[ 25 ]

Found

[ 20 ]

Air/Cable
CH Search

ANALOG-A
ANALOG-B
DIGITAL

Air
Air

ANALOG-A

Cable (STD)

Air

2
Audio

MONO

NOTE

Language
Air/Cable
CH Search

ANALOG-A
ANALOG-B
DIGITAL

Air
Air
Cable STD

• Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV
when selecting “Air” or “Cable” for both ANALOG-A, B
and DIGITAL.
• If no channel is found, make sure what kind of connection
is made with your TV and try EZ setup again (see page
27).

Watching TV

Changing channels - Analog-TV
You can change channels in several ways.
NOTE

Changing channels - Digital-TV
You can change channels in several ways.
NOTE

• While watching a broad cast, press A-ANALOG-B to view
the image received from the other tuner.

• While watching a broad cast, press DIGITAL.

Digital - Air/Cable

Method 1
Using CHr/s on the remote control unit or on the
display.

Method 1

Method 2

When you press CHr/sor FLASHBACK, repeat the
same steps for Analog-TV.

1. Press FLASHBACK to switch to the previously tuned
channel.
2. Press FLASHBACK again to switch back to the
currently tuned channel.
NOTE
• FLASHBACK will not work if no channel has been
changed after TV is turned on.

Method 2
1. Using remote control buttons (0-9, • (dot) and

ENTER) to select the channels including a decimal
point.
To select a 3-digit channel number
(e. g., Channel 22.1):
Press 2 s2s•(dot) s1s ENTER

Method 3
Using remote control buttons (0-9 andENTER) to select

up to 125 channels for VHF/UHF/CATV.
To select a 1 or 2-digit channel number
(e. g., Channel 5):
Press 5s ENTER
ANALOG-A

Air

ANALOG-A

Air

NOTE

Digital

Air

Digital

Air

Digital

Air

Digital

22.

Air

22.1

NOTE
• Complete the above steps within a few seconds.
• When you enter 0-9 and •(dot), channel selection will be
made if there is no operation for 2 seconds.
• •(dot) can be used instead of ENTER.
• When entering a 2-part channel number, pushing •(dot)
after the second part of the number has the same function
as ENTER.

Digital - Cable (One-part Number)

• Complete the above steps within a few seconds.
• When selecting a 1-digit channel number, it is not
necessary to press 0 before the number.
• When you enter 0-9 only, channel selection will be made
if there is no operation for 2 seconds.
• •(dot) can be used instead of ENTER.

To select a 3-digit channel number
(e. g., Channel 69):

Method 1
When you press CHr/sor FLASHBACK, repeat the
same steps for Analog-TV.

Method 2
Using remote control buttons (0-9 and ENTER) to select

the channels including a decimal point.
To select a 5-digit channel number
(e. g., Channel 310):

Press 6s9
ANALOG-A

Air

ANALOG-A

Air

Press 3s1s0sENTER
Digital

Cable

Digital

Cable

Digital

Cable

310

Digital

Cable

310

NOTE
• Complete the above steps within a few seconds.
• When you enter 0-9 only, channel selection will be made
if there is no operation for 2 seconds.
• If you push “0” by itself, nothing will happen
• •(dot) can be used instead of ENTER.

NOTE
• Complete the above steps within a few seconds.
• When you enter 0-9 only, channel selection will be made
if there is no operation for 2 seconds.
• •(dot) can be used instead of ENTER.
• Digital Cable Channels are shown by a number with a
maximum of 5 digits.

Watching TV
■ Using MUTE on the remote control unit

Changing volume/sound

Mutes the current sound output.

■ Changing the volume
You can change the volume on the Display or on the
remote control unit.

l
■ Using VOL k/l

Display

Press MUTE.
• “M” has been displayed on the screen for 30
minutes, and the sound is silenced.

VOL l/k

Mute
• To increase the volume, press VOL k.
• To decrease the volume, press VOL l.

NOTE

• Within 30 minutes of pressing MUTE, mute can be
canceled by using one of the methods below.
• Mute will cancel if you press VOL l/k or MUTE.
• Mute will be canceled after 30 minutes have passed.
However, the TV will not suddenly output a loud sound as
the volume level is set to 0 automatically.

Volume adjustment

20
• VOL l/kon the Display operates the same as VOL k/l
on the remote control unit.

Audio status
* When “Output Select” is set to “Variable”, the indicator on
the screen changes as shown below.
Output Select
Output device

Fixed

Variable

Speaker

Variable sound

Mute

MONITOR OUT

Constant as
specified

Variable sound

NOTE

20
• See page XX for details on the output select function.

Watching TV

Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode

NOTE

The TV has a feature that allows reception of sound
other than the main audio for the program. This feature
is called Multi-channel Television Sound (MTS). The
TV with MTS can receive mono sound, stereo sound
and Secondary Audio Programs (SAP). The SAP
feature allows a TV station to broadcast other
information, which could be audio in another language
or something completely different like weather
information.

• MTS only operates while in TV mode.

You can change MTS as
shown below to match
the television broadcast
signal.

You can enjoy Hi-Fi stereo sound or SAP
broadcasts where 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 second language, supplementary
commentary and other information. (SAP is mono sound.)

If stereo sound is difficult to hear.
• Obtain a clearer sound by manually switching to fixed
mono-sound mode.

Examples: when receiving MTS and SAP
STEREO mode
ANALOG-A

Air

MAINkSAP mode
ANALOG-A

STEREO

ANALOG-A

Air

Audio

Air

Audio

Air

2
SAP

Audio

SAP(ST)

ANALOG-A

Air

2
Audio

ANALOG-A

Air

2
ST(SAP)

ANALOG-A

2
MONO

Air

MONO mode

2
Audio

MAIN

ANALOG-A

2
Audio

ANALOG-A

2
Audio

Air

STEREOkSAP mode

MONO

Audio

MONO

Watching TV
Connecting Digital Cable Module
Digital Cable Module is called CableCARD. By attaching the CableCARD, you can receive various digital services
provided by your Cable Company. To obtain and use a CableCARD you need to first submit an application.
Please contact your cable company to discuss receiving and application. Digital Cable allow you to tune digital
and high-definition cable channels through the cable antenna. This module is called the CableCARD.

Press MENU and the MENU screen appears.

Press c/d to select “Digital Setup”, a/b to
select “CableCARD MENU”, a/b to select
“Pairing Information”, and then press
ENTER.

CableCARD slot
Conditional Access
Paring Information
Diagnostic Screen

ANT/CABLE 75 q
DIGITAL

ECM

• The words “Pairing Information” may be
replaced by a different expression depending
of the manufacturer of the CableCARD.

A message will appear on the screen. Call
the number on the screen and tell the
operator the CableCARD ID and Host ID
numbers displayed on the screen.
CableCARD Dialog
CableCARD(tm) Pairing Status

Turn on the POWER.

In order to start cable service
for this device, please contact
your cable provider
1-888-555-2222

Connect the cable antenna to ANT/CABLE
75 q DIGITAL IN.

CableCARD(tm) ID:
7-561-034-449-009
Host ID:
0-100-331-784-018

Select “Cable” in “Antenna Setup”. (See
page 30)

Insert the CableCARD (upper side facing left)
into the CableCARD slot.
• A message will appear on the screen. (It might
take a couple of minutes before the message
appears.) Call the number on the screen and
tell the operator the CableCARD ID and Host
ID numbers displayed on the screen.

• If there is a white triangle at the right side of
the screen, the screen is not showing the entire
message. Press a/b on your remote control
to display the rest of the message.
• When there is a “LINK” button on the screen,
there is a link to the next page. Press ENTER
to go to the next page.
CableCARD(tm)
Diagnostic Information
Power: ON

CableCARD(tm) Pairing Status
In order to start cable service
for this device, please contact
your cable provider
1-888-555-2222
CableCARD™ ID:
7-561-034-449-009
Host ID:
0-100-331-784-018

NOTE
• Do not insert a PCMCIA card into the CableCARD slot.
• Please do not pull the AC cord out while the CableCARD
is inserted.

■ If the above procedure does not work,
please follow the following steps instead.

In band: O.K.
Out of band: O.K.
Video: O.K.
Audio: O.K.
LINK

Removing CableCARD
• Turn on the POWER.
• Check that the CableCARD upgrade screen is
not displayed. If it is displayed, wait until it
disappears.
• Remove the cableCARD.

Disconnecting the cable antenna
• Turn on the POWER.
• Check that the CableCARD upgrade screen is
not displayed. If it is displayed, wait until it
disappears.
• Disconnect the cable antenna.

Basic adjustment settings
AV input mode menu items
List of AV menu items to help you with
operations
Picture

OPC ................................................ Page 33
Backlight ........................................ Page 32
Contrast ......................................... Page 32
Brightness ..................................... Page 32
Color ............................................... Page 32
Tint ................................................. Page 32
Sharpness ...................................... Page 32
Advanced
C.M.S. ................................... Page 33
Color Temp. ......................... Page 33
Black .................................... Page 34
3D-Y/C .................................. Page 34
Monochrome ....................... Page 35
Film Mode ............................ Page 35
I/P Setting ............................ Page 35

Option

Audio Only ..................................... Page 70
Digital Noise Reduction ............... Page 70
HDMI Setup .................................... Page 54
Input Select .................................... Page 66
Output Select ................................. Page 71
Quick Shoot ................................... Page 71
Center Channel Input ................... Page 84
Caption Setup ........................... Page 73-75
Title Display Type .......................... Page 72

Digital Setup

CableCARD Menu ......................... Page 25
Video Setup ................................... Page 38
Audio Setup ................................... Page 39
i.LINK Setup ................................... Page 58

Audio

*PC input mode menu items
Treble .............................................. Page 36
Bass ............................................... Page 36
Balance .......................................... Page 36
Dolby Virtual .................................. Page 36

List of PC menu items to help you with
operations
*When INPUT4 is set to PC.
Picture

Power Control

No Signal Off ................................. Page 37
No Operation Off ........................... Page 37

Setup

EZ Setup ........................................ Page 27
CH Setup ................................. Pages 28-29
Antenna Setup-DIGITAL ............... Page 31
Speaker Setup ............................... Page 64
Input Label ..................................... Page 64
Parental CTRL ........................ Pages 79-83
Position .......................................... Page 62
Picture Flip .................................... Page 64
Language ....................................... Page 30

Audio

Treble .............................................. Page 36
Bass ............................................... Page 36
Balance .......................................... Page 36
Dolby Virtual .................................. Page 36

Basic adjustment settings
Power Control

Power Management ...................... Page 37

EZ setup
You can run EZ Setup again, even after setting up the
preset channels.

Setup

Speaker Setup ............................... Page 64
Input Signal ................................... Page 70
Auto Sync. ..................................... Page 65
Input Label ..................................... Page 67
Fine Sync. ...................................... Page 65
Picture Flip .................................... Page 64
Language ....................................... Page 30

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

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “EZ Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

Option

Audio Only ..................................... Page 70
Input Select .................................... Page 66
Output Select ................................. Page 71
Quick Shoot ................................... Page 71
Center Channel Input ................... Page 84

• If you already set the Secret No., go to step 4. If
not, skip to step 5.

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

[Setup ... EZ Setup]

Setup

Option

Digital Setup
Secret No.

– – – –

i.LINK Setup ................................... Page 25

Press a/b to select the desired language
listed on the screen, and then press ENTER.
Language
Air/Cable
CH Search

English
Français
Español

Basic adjustment settings
Antenna setting
Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV when
selecting “Air” or “Cable” for ANALOG-A, B and DIGITAL.

Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable” for
ANALOG-A, then press a/b to move down.
Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable” for
ANALOG-B. Press c/d to select “Cable
(STD)”, “Cable (HRC)” or “Cable (IRC)” for
DIGITAL (cable).
Press ENTER to enter the setting.

Channel setup
If initial setup does not memorize all the channels in
your region, follow the instructions below to manually
memorize the channels.

• This operation makes the System search for both
ANALOG-A and B.
• There are 3 kinds of CATV system, including
Standard, HRC and IRC. Select the one matches
to your TV. Select Auto when you do not know
which one to select.

Channel search
Channel auto search makes the System look for all
channels viewable in the set area.

Press c/d to select “Yes” for ANALOG-A, then
press a/b to move down.
Press c/d to select “Yes” for ANALOG-B, then
press a/b to move down.
Press c/d to select “Cable (STD)”, “Cable
(HRC)” or “Cable (IRC)” for DIGITAL (cable).
Language
Air/Cable
ANALOG-A

CH Search

Yes

Antenna setting

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “CH Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

ANALOG-B

Yes

DIGITAL

Yes

• If you already set the Secret No., input the 4digit secret number here. See page XX for
setting a secret number.

Search Start
Air/Cable
CH Search
CH Memory

Searching TV channels
Example
MENU

DIGITAL

[ 25 ]

Found

ANALOG-B

Air

DIGITAL

Air

[ 20 ]

[Setup ... EZ Setup ... CH Search]

ANALOG-B Cable

Air

[Setup ... EZ Setup ... CH Search]

ANALOG-A Air

ANALOG-A

[

Found

[ 25 ]

Found

Press a/b to select “Air/Cable”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable” for
ANALOG-A, then press a/b to move down.
Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable” for
ANALOG-B.
Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable” for
DIGITAL, then press a/b to move down.
Press ENTER to enter the setting.
Example

[ 20 ]

[Setup ... EZ Setup ... CH Search]
Air

[ 20 ]

NOTE
• If no channel is found, make sure what kind of connection is
made with your TV and try EZ setup again.
• Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV when
selecting “Air” or “Cable” for both ANALOG-A and B.

Air/Cable
CH Search
CH Memory

ANALOG-A

Air

ANALOG-B

Cable (Auto)

DIGITAL

Air

Basic adjustment settings
Channel memory setting

NOTE
• Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV
when selecting “Air” or “Cable” for both ANALOG-A, B
and DIGITAL.
• There are 3 kinds of CATV system, including Standard,
HRC and IRC. Select the one matches to your TV. Select
Auto when you do not know which one to select.

Channel search
Channel auto search makes the System look for all
channels viewable in the set area.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “CH Setup”, and then
press ENTER.
• If you already set the Secret No., input the 4digit secret number here. See page 66 for
setting a secret number.

Press a/b to select “CH Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “CH Memory-ANALOG”
or “CH Memory-DIGITAL”, and then press
ENTER.
Example
MENU

• If you already set the Secret No., input the 4digit secret number here. See page 66 for
setting a secret number.

[Setup ... CH Setup]

Air/Cable
CH Search
CH Memory

Press a/b to select “CH Search”, and then
press ENTER.
Press c/d to select “Yes” for ANALOG-A,
then press a/b to move down.
Press c/d to select “Yes” for ANALOG-B,
then press a/b to move down.
Press c/d to select “Yes” for DIGITAL (Air/
Cable), and press a/b to move down.
Select “Search Start”, and then press
ENTER.

Off

Press c/d to select ANALOG-A, B or
DIGITAL.
ANTENNA-A
ANTENNA-B

DIGITAL (Air)

Yes

Air

DIGITAL
CableCARD

CH Search
CH Memory

ANALOG-A

Yes

ANALOG-B

Yes

DIGITAL (Air)

Yes

Search Start

Example: CH Search

Skip

[ 25 ]

Found

[ 20 ]

[ 32]

69
Off

Press a/b and press c/d to select the
channel you want to skip or not.

Press a/b to select “Skip”, and press c/d
to select “On” or “Off”.

[Setup ... EZ Setup ... CH Search]

ANALOG-A Air

ANALOG
Air

Skip

Air/Cable

Antenna
CH

• On: Skips channels. (Channel selection disabled using
a/b
b.)
CHa
• Off: Does not skip channels. (Channel selection enabled
a/b
b.)
using CHa

[Setup ... EZ Setup ... CH Search]

ANALOG-B Cable

[

Found

[ 20 ]

NOTE
• Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV.

MENU
DIGITAL

[Setup ... EZ Setup ... CH Search]
Air

[ 25 ]

Found

[ 20 ]

NOTE
• Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV.

Basic adjustment settings

Favorite channel setting

This function allows you to program 4 favorite channels,
in 4 different categories. By setting the favorite
channels in advance, you can select your favorite
channels easily.

Press a/b/c/d to select the channel you
want to delete, and then press ENTER.
A

ANALOG-A

DIGITAL

100
ANALOG-A

125

ANALOG-B

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press
ENTER.
Yes

ANALOG-A

3
DIGITAL

100
ANALOG-A

1
2

125

Select the channel you want to register as a
favorite channel.
Press EDIT.

ANALOG-B

NOTE
• You can delete all the favorite channels by selecting “All
Data Clear” in step 2 in Delete favorite channel.

Press a/b to select “Register”, and then
press ENTER.

Language setting
You can also select a language from the Setup menu.
Select from among 3 languages: English, French and
Spanish.

Press a/b/c/d to select the position in the
area, and then press ENTER to register.
A

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Language”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select the desired language
listed on the screen, and then press ENTER.

ANALOG-A

English
Français

Delete favorite channel

Press EDIT and the favorite channel screen
displays.

Press a/b to select “1 Data Clear”, and then
press ENTER.

Español

Basic adjustment settings

Antenna Setup - DIGITAL
This function allows you to set the connected digital
antenna.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Antenna Setup DIGITAL”, and then press ENTER.
• If you already set the Secret No., input the 4digit secret number here. See page 77 for
setting a secret number.

Press a/b to select “Ant. Power Setup”, and
press ENTER.
Ant. Power Setup
Frequency Setup
Signal Test
Signal Strength

Current

Max

When the Lebel indicator is max, press
ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Frequency Setup”, and
then press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Signal Test”, and input
a channnel number using 0-9.
Ant. Power Setup

1 2 CH

Frequency Setup
Signal Test

Signal Strength

Current

Max

Basic adjustment settings

Picture adjustments
Adjusts the picture to your preference with the following
picture settings.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Picture”.

Press a/b to select a specific adjustment
item.

Press c/d to adjust the item to your desired
position.

NOTE
• For resetting all adjustment items to factory preset values,
press a/b to select “Reset”, press ENTER, press c/d
to select “Yes”, and then press ENTER.

Adjustments items for AV source
MENU

Picture

Audio

OPC

Off

[Picture]

Picture

On : Display

Audio

OPC

Off

On : Display

Backlight

[ +8]

–8

Backlight

[ +8]

–8

Contrast

[+30]

+40

Contrast

[+30]

+40

Brightness [

0] –30

+30

Brightness [

0] –30

+30

Color

[

0] –30

+30

Red

[

0] –30

+30

Tint

[

0] –30

+30

Green

[

0] –30

+30

Sharpness [

0] –10

+10

Blue

[

0] –30

+30

Advanced

Reset

Selected item

cbutton

dbutton

Selected item

cbutton

dbutton

Backlight

The screen dims

The screen brightens

Backlight

The screen dims

The screen brightens

Contrast

For less contrast

For more contrast

Contrast

For less contrast

For more contrast

Brightness

For less brightness

For more brightness

Brightness

For less brightness

For more brightness

Color

For less color
intensity

For more color
intensity

Red

For weaker red

For stronger red

Tint

Skin tones become
purplish

Skin tones become
greenish

Green

For weaker green

For stronger green

Sharpness

For less sharpness

For more sharpness

Blue

For weaker blue

For stronger blue

NOTE
• Select “Advanced” and then press ENTER to set “C.M.SHue”, “C.M.S-Saturation”, “C.M.S-Value”, “Color Temp.”,
“Black”, “3D-Y/C”, “Monochrome”, “Film Mode” or “I/P
Setting”. See pages 33 to 35.

Adjustments items for PC source

[Picture]

NOTE
• Select “Advanced” and then press ENTER to set “C.M.SHue”, “C.M.S-Saturation” and “C.M.S-Value”.

Basic adjustment settings
OPC setting

C.M.S. (Color Management System)

Automatically adjusts the brightness of the screen.

1
2

3
4

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Picture”.

Press a/b to select “OPC”.

Color tone is managed using the six-color adjustment
setting.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Picture”.

Press a/b to select “Advanced”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “C.M.S-Hue”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “On” or “On: Display”.
OPC

Off

On : Display

Backlight

[ +8]

–8

Contrast

[+30]

+40

Brightness [

0] –30

+30

Color

[

0] –30

+30

Tint

[

0] –30

+30

Sharpness [

0] –10

+10

• You can select “C.M.S-Saturation” or “C.M.SValue” here instead of selecting “C.M.S-Hue”.

Press a/b to select a specific adjustment
item. Press c/d to adjust the item to your
desired position.
C. M. S.-Hue

Advanced

C. M. S.-Saturation

[ 0]

–30

+30

C. M. S.-Value

[ 0]

–30

+30

[ 0]

–30

+30

[ 0]

–30

+30

[ 0]

–30

+30

[ 0]

–30

+30

Reset

Selected item

Changing reds
closer to
magenta or yellow.

Description

Off

The brightness is fixed at the value set in
“Backlight” (see page XX).

Automatically adjusts

On: Display

Displays the OPC effect on the screen while
adjusting the brightness of the screen.

Reset

Selected item
C.M.S-Hue

This is a standard to adjust the color either
more reddish or more bluish in tone.

C.M.SSaturation
C.M.SValue

Increases or decreases the saturation of a
selected color.

NOTE
• When set to “On”, the OPC senses the surrounding light
and automatically adjusts the backlight brightness. Make
sure no object obstructs the OPC sensor, which could
affect its ability to sense surrounding light.
• When set to “On: Display”, OPC effect displays on the
screen while OPC is adjusting the screen brightness.

Description

A higher value makes the image brighter.
A lower value makes the image darker.

NOTE
• For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset
values, press a/b to select “Reset”, and then press
ENTER.

Basic adjustment settings
Color temperature

Black

For a better white balance, use color temperature
correction.

For easier viewing, change the viewing depth by
selecting a level for automatically adjusting the dark
portion of an image.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Color temperature.

Press c/d to select “Picture”.

Press a/b to select “Black”, and then press
ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Advanced”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “On”, and then press
ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Color Temp.”, and then
press ENTER.
C. M. S-Saturation
C. M. S-Value
Color Temp.
Black

Film Mode

For high detail in black portions

High
Mid-High

3D-Y/C

Middle

3D-Y/C
Monochrome

No adjustment

Off
On

C. M. S-Hue

Description

Selected item

Mid-Low
Low

Provides high quality images with minimal dot crawl
and cross color noise.

I/P Setting

Press a/b to select the desired level, and
then press ENTER.

Selected item
High
Mid-High
Middle
Mid-Low
Low

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Color temperature.

Press a/b to select “3D-Y/C”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select the desired level, and
then press ENTER.

Description
White with Bluish tone

Description

Selected item
White with Reddish tone

Standard
Fast
Slow

Normal adjustment
For movie image
For still image

NOTE
• 3D-Y/C is not available for S-video, Component, DVI,
HDMI, CARD, DIGITAL-TV or i.Link inputs.

Basic adjustment settings
Monochrome

I/P Setting

For viewing a video in monochrome.

Adjusting the image and input signal can give you a
more beautiful picture.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Monochrome.

Press c/d to select “Picture”.

Press a/b to select “I/P Setting”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Advanced”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Interlace” or
“Progressive”, and then press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Monochrome”, and
then press ENTER.
C. M. S-Hue

NOTE
• I/P Setting is set to Progressive when Film Mode is “On”.
• “I/P Setting” is not selectable when channel display shows
an input resolution of 480P, 720P or 1080I.

C. M. S-Saturation
C. M. S-Value
Color Temp.
Black

Off

3D-Y/C
Monochrome
Film Mode
I/P Setting

Press c/d to select “On”, and then press
ENTER.
Description

Selected item
Off
On

Normal color
For viewing in monochrome

Film mode (3:2 pull-down)
Automatically detects a film-based source (originally
encoded at 24 frames/second), analyzes it then
recreates each still film frame for high-definition picture
quality.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Monochrome.

Press a/b to select “Film Mode”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “On”, and then press
ENTER.

Selected item
Off
On

Description
Normal viewing mode
Detects, analyzes, converts film source

Basic adjustment settings

Sound adjustment

Dolby virtual

You can adjust the sound quality to your preference
with the following settings.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Audio”.
MENU

Power Control

Treble

[0]

–15

+15

Bass

[0]

–15

+15

Balance

[0]

Dolby Virtual

VIRTUAL DOLBY DIGITAL is a technology certified by
Dolby Laboratories that creates a virtualized surround
sound experience from two speakers using Dolby Pro
Logic or Dolby Pro Logic II.
VIRTUAL DOLBY DIGITAL retains all the original
multichannel audio information and provides the
listener with the sensation of being surrounded by
additional speakers.

[Audio]

Audio

You can enjoy the SURROUND 2ch stereo with Dolby
Pro Logic II technology.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Audio”.

Press a/b to select “Dolby Virtual”, and
then press ENTER.

R
[Off]

Reset

Press a/b to select a specific adjustment
item.

[Audio ... Dolby Virtual]

Audio

Power Control

Press c/d to adjust the item to your desired
position.

Selected item

cbutton

dbutton

Treble

For weaker treble

For stronger treble

Bass

For weaker bass

For stronger bass

Balance

Decrease audio from Decrease audio from
the right speaker
the left speaker

Treble

[0]

–15

+15

Bass

[0]

–15

+15

Balance

[0]

Dolby Virtual

R
[Off]

Reset

Press c/d to select “On”, and then press
ENTER.

NOTE
NOTE
• Audio menu is grayed out when Output Select is set to
“Variable” or when headphones are in use.
• Balance and Audio Quality Control are grayed out when
Dolby Virtual is set to “On”.
• For resetting all adjustment items to factory preset values,
press a/b to select “Reset”, press ENTER, press c/d
to select “Yes”, and then press ENTER.

• Audio menu is grayed out when Output Select is set to
“Variable” or when headphones are in use.
• Balance and Audio Quality Control are grayed out when
Dolby Virtual is set to “On”.
• For some discs, setup may be required on your DVD. In
this case, please refer to the operation manual of your
DVD player.
• You may not get the Dolby Virtual Surround effect if you
adjust “Treble” or “Bass” setting.

Basic adjustment settings
Power control for PC source

Power control
Power control setting allows you to save energy.

Power control setting allows you to save energy.
Power management

Power control for AV source

When set, the power will automatically shut down.
No signal off
When set to “Enable”, the power will automatically shut
down if no signal inputs for 15 minutes.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 in No signal off.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press a/b to select “Power Management”,
and then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Power Control”.

Press a/b to select “Mode1” or “Mode2”,
and then press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “No Signal Off”, and
then press ENTER.

Off
Mode1

Press c/d to select “Enable”, and then
press ENTER.

Mode2

Selected item
Enable

Off

• No power management
• Factory preset value.

Mode1

• If no signal inputs for 8 minutes, the power
shuts down.
• Even if you start using the PC and the signal
inputs again, the TV stays off.
• The TV turns on again by pressing TV
POWER on the remote control unit. (See
page 20).
• Press POWER on the display will have the
same result.

Mode2

• If no signal inputs for 8 seconds, the power
shuts down.
• When you start using the PC and the signal
inputs again, the TV turns on.

• Five minutes before the power shuts down,
remaining time displays every minute.

NOTE
• “Disable” is factory preset value.
• When a TV program finishes, this function may not operate.

No operation off
When set to “Enable”, the power will automatically shut
down if there is no operation for 3 hours.

Description

Disable

Repeat steps 1 and 2 in No signal off.

Press a/b to select “No Operation Off”, and
then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Enable”, and then
press ENTER.
• Five minutes before the power shuts down,
remaining time displays every minute.

NOTE
• When using a digital PC and setting “Mode2” in Power
management, the power may not turn back on
automatically even if the signal inputs again.
• If you turn off the power by disconnecting AC cord when
setting “Mode2” in power management, the TV may not
function properly after turning the power on again. In such
case, press TV POWER on the remote control unit.
• Press POWER on the display will have the same result.

NOTE
• “Disable” is factory preset value.

Basic adjustment settings (DIGITAL)
REC Picture Size

Digital Setup

Select the screen size to record on 16:9 video.

This setting allows you to set the image of Digital
broadcasting.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Digital Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Video Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “REC Picture Size”, and
then press ENTER.

Video Setup
You can adjust the settings for Digital image.

Screen Size
Set the format of image of Digital broadcasting.

1
2

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Digital Setup”.
Screen Size
REC Picture Size

Press a/b to select “Video Setup”, and then
press ENTER.
4 : 3 TV

Press a/b to select “Screen Size”, and then
press ENTER.

Screen Size
REC Picture Size

Manual

Selected item

Auto

Descroption

Manual

Broadcasts in formats other than
480i will be converted and
displayed in the 1080i format.
With 480i broadcasts you can
change the screen size to the
size of your choice.

Auto

All broadcasts will be converted
and displayed in the 1080i
format.

NOTE
• "Manual" is factory preset value.

16 : 9 TV

Press c/d to select the desired picture size,
and then press ENTER.

Selected item

Descroption

4:3 TV

Bars may appear on the top and
bottom with some programmes

16:9 TV

Display the full screen and keep
a picture quality

Basic adjustment settings (DIGITAL)
Audio setup
Select the optical digital audio of Digital broadcasting.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Digital Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Audio Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “PCM” or "Dolby Digital",
and then press ENTER.

PCM

Dolby Digital

Selected item
PCM

Dolby Digital

Descroption
The optical putput terminal outputs
audio signal by PCM form. If your
digital audio sysytem does not
support Dolby Digital, select "PCM".
The optical output terminal outputs
audio signal by Dolby Digital form.
It reproduces sound from surround
program of digital.

Using memory card
Important notes on using memory cards
• We will not be liable for misuse of the LCD TV set, any troubles during use, or other problems, or any damages
arising out of the use of the LCD TV set, except for the cases for which we are liable by statute.
• If you or other people misuse the LCD TV set, or the LCD TV set is affected by static electricity or electrical
noise, the recorded data may be in danger of being changed or lost.
• If you are making a record of importance, run a test in advance to ensure that the recording would be performed
correctly in terms of picture or sound quality.
• We do not capture responsibility nor compensate even if pictures or sound could not be recorded correctly
because of troubles.
Copyright
Duplicating images and music by copying and/or editing from videocassettes and/or TV programs that are
subject to copyrights is only permitted when the edited or copied versions are used for personal pleasure.
With the exception of cases when the user personally is the owner of the copyrights of the object in question
or when specific and written permission has been obtained from the owner(s) of the object in question, the
user is not permitted to make copies and/or duplications and/or edited versions as this constitutes a violation
of the copyright laws, possible exposing the user to demands for compensation for damages. Therefore,
strictly adhere to the existing copyright laws.
In addition when using image data that includes third parties, the use without prior permission of these
images may constitute an intrusion on the privacy of third parties, so strictly refrain from such usage.
The recording formats
Still picture

Motion Picture

Recording/Playback file format

JPEG (DCF compliant)

Size of a captured still picture

640g480 dots

Recording file format

SP/LP... ASF (Motion Picture: MPEG-4 compliant, Sound: WMA-compliant)
EP........ ASF (Motion Picture: MPEG-4 compliant, Sound: G.726-compliant)

Size of a recorded motion
picture/number of frames

SP ... Size: 320g240 dots, Frame: approx. 30 frames/sec
LP ... Size: 320g240 dots, Frame: approx. 30 frames/sec
EP ... Size: 320g240 dots, Frame: approx. 15 frames/sec

Playback file format

ASF (Motion Picture: MPEG-4 compliant, Sound: WMA-compliant)
ASF (Motion Picture: MPEG-4 compliant, Sound: G.726-compliant)

Approximate number of recordable pictures/time
Still Pictures
Picture size
Still picture

640g480

Memory card
32MB

128MB

Approx. 300 pictures

Approx. 1000 pictures

* Recordable numbers may vary depending on the receiving condition of the LCD TV set and/or content of images.

Motion pictures

Recordable time

Picture size

Recording mode

320g240

Memory card capacity
256MB

5GB

Approx. 10 min.

Approx. 4h.

320g240

Approx. 30 min.

Approx. 10h.

320g240

Approx. 1h.

Approx. 25h.

• Recordable time may vary depending on receiving condition of the LCD TV set or content of images.
• The maximum amount of data you can record on a memory card is 1,024 pictures in total including still and motion
pictures.

Using memory card
You can use memory cards (commercially available)
for recording and playing back pictures.
• Please use an appropriate PC card adapter
(commercially available) for each memory card.
• Following memory cards are available. (Note that
names for memory cards vary depending on
manufacturers.)
Memory card name
SD Memory Card
mini SD™ Card
CompactFlash

Storage capacity

32 MB or less

SmartMedia

128 MB or less

miniSD™ Card

MultiMediaCard

xD Picture Card

CompactFlash
SmartMedia

128 MB or less

Memory Stick PRO

1 GB or less

Microdrive

2 GB or less

PC Card Hard Disk

2 GB or less
128 MB or less

xD Picture Card

PC card adapter

SD Memory
Card

512 MB or less

MultiMediaCard

Memory Stick

Commercially available memory cards

Memory Stick

Microdrive

Memory Stick
PRO

128 MB or less
5 GB or less

* Each memory card name is a trademark.
* The capacity of memory card is approximate. The
capacity varies depending on the manufacturer.
• To read picture files recorded with digital cameras,
use the PC card adapter recommended by the
corresponding manufacturer. (The names for PC
card adapters vary depending on manufacturers.)
• For directions for use of digital cameras or PC card
adapters, please refer to the operation manual
provided for each product.

• Please use an appropriate PC card adapter
(commercially available) for each memory card.

Preparing a memory card
Insert a memory card (commercially available) into a PC
card adapter (commercially available).
Example:
Inserting the SD memory card into a PC card adapter.

You can playback DCF compliant JPEG pictures
captured with other devices in the card playback
mode.
• DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) is a
standard of the Japan Electronics and Information
Technology Industries Association (JEITA). This
standard specifies the image file format used for
images shot with a digital camera.
• Some motion pictures recorded with other devices
may not be played back correctly.
Notes on using memory cards and PC card adapter
Please note the following when using memory cards and PC card adapters to avoid corruption of data or
malfunction of the LCD TV set.
• If you use memory cards other than those shown above, recording or playing back pictures are not
guaranteed.
• Some PC card adapters have restrictions of memory card capacity. Refer to the relevant operation manual
for such restrictions.
• Some pictures which have been created, modified, or copied on your PC may not be played back.
• Do not bend, drop or apply a shock to memory cards or PC card adapters.
• Keep memory cards or PC card adapters away from heat, water or direct sunlight.
• Do not dismantle or modify memory cards or PC card adapters.
• Refer to the appropriate operation manuals for details on using or keeping memory cards or PC card
adapters.
• Do not turn the LCD TV set off while a memory card is in operation (e.g. playing back, recording or
displaying a slideshow).

Using memory card
Card Setup mode menu items
Still Setup

Slide Show

Interval

1-10/15/20/25/30/
45/60 Sec.
15/30/60 Min.

Order

Normal/Random/
My Program
On/Off

Repeat
Card
Setup
Video Setup

Format

My Program

Setup/Delete All

Audio Select

Off/TV/Input1-Input5

File Operation

Protect/Delete File/ Delete All

Rec. Mode

SP/LP/EP

Pre Record

On/Off

Repeat Play

Off/File/All

File Operation

Protect/Delete File/Delete All

Yes/No

Slide show operation panel

1
CARD ... STILL

0001/0045

Motion picture operation panel

ORDER:NORMAL

PREV.

CARD ... VIDEO

REPEAT:OFF

0001/0045

Mode : SP

Rotate the image
Pause
Go to previous image
Start slide show
Stop slide show
Go to next image

4 5

REPEAT:OFF

PLAY

0 0 : 1 5 : 2 5

Play

SLIDE SHOW

1
2
3
4
5
6

6
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

9 10 11

12 13

Action
Go back to the beginning of the file
Pause
Repeat playback setting
Go to the beginning of the next file
Recording mode
Counter
Current action
Reverse
Playback
Stop
Fast forward
Slow playback

Precautions when playing back PC image data on the LCD TV
Recording formats of image data:
When recording image data on the LCD TV, the recording formats are as follows.
• When recording motion pictures: The SD_VIDEO folder is created and the data is stored in. When playing the card,
the SD_VIDEO recording format is recognized.
• When recording still pictures: The DCIM folder is created and the data is stored in. When playing the card, the
DCIM recording format is recognized.
When playing the card, record PC data in a recording format the LCD TV can recognize.
1. When copying motion pictures from a PC to a card recorded with the LCD TV, first place the pictures in the
SD_VIDEO folder before playing them.
2. When copying still pictures from a PC to a card recorded with the LCD TV, first place the pictures in the DCIM
folder before playing them.
3. When using a new card for copying motion pictures, first format the card and create an SD_VIDEO folder before
placing the data in the folder for playback.
4. When using a new card for copying still pictures, first format the card and create a DCIM folder before placing the
data in the folder for playback.
When creating, revising, or copying images using your PC, the edited images may not playback correctly.
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Using memory card

Opening the PC CARD slot cover
Use your fingertip to slide the catch in the direction of
the arrow.

Ejecting the card
• Make sure the card indicator lights up green.

Press EJECT button.
• EJECT button is popped up.

EJECT button

Inserting a PC card adapter
• Press in the EJECT button if it is popped out.
• Insert a memory card to a PC card adapter
beforehand. (See page XX.)
• Insert the PC adapter card slowly.
PC CARD slot

2
Reverse side

CARD indicator

Press EJECT button again.

NOTE
• Please do not insert a CableCARD (POD card) in the PC
Card slot.
• When “Please insert a PC card” is displayed, eject the
PC card adapter, and then insert the PC card adapter
slowly all the way to the end.
• When over a thousand files are in a card, it takes several
minutes to load. (approx. 5 minutes.)
• Even if the green light is on, you can not record on a card
right after you inserted it.
• Make sure the CARD indicator lights green when you take
out a card. Never take out a card when the CARD indicator
lights red. This may damage the card.

Selecting Still and Video mode
• CARD indicator lights up green when the card is
inserted.

Press CARD and the card mode screen
displays.

Press c/d to select “Still” or “Video”, and
then press ENTER.
• When in CARD mode, press 0-9, CH a/b,
FAVORITE CH or INPUT to switch either TV or
AV input mode.

Using memory card
Recording a still image

Displaying a still image

You can record a still image on the card.

Press CARD and the card mode screen
displays.

Press c/d to select “Still”, and then press
ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select a file you want to
display, and then press ENTER.
Still

Press FREEZE.

Video

File 1

File 2

File 3

File 4

File 5

File 6

File 7

File 8

File 9

• To display the files that are in the previous or
next page, select c/d on the index screen and
press ENTER.
• When viewing a still image, by pressing VIEW
MODE the image size changes. Normal – Full.
This function does not work when displaying
the index screen.

Still

Cooking Time
Onion

Tomato

Potato

Displaying slide show

Press REC.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Displaying a still image
above.
• The operation panel displays.

Still

CARD ... STILL

0001/0045

Cooking Time

PREV.

Onion
Still image captured on card.
Tomato
Potato

x1
x1

Press ENTER to update the still image.
Still
Cooking Time

REPEAT:OFF

SLIDE SHOW STOP

• “Still image captured on card.” displays.

ORDER:NORMAL

NOTE
The list of broadcasting type or input signal not available
for recording:
1 COMPONENT input
2 HDMI input
3 DVI-I input
4 Card picture
5 Copy guarded signal
6 V-chip blocked program
7 i.LINK input
8 DTV Program

Press a/b/c/d to select d, and then press
ENTER.
• Slide show starts.
• Operate slide show with the operation panel
appears on the screen.
• To turn off the operation panel, press CARD
on the remote control.

NOTE
• See page 42 for operation panel function.
• You can not rotate the image during slide show. Stop slide
show to rotate the image.

Using memory card
Setting/unprotecting Slide Show

My Program

You can adjust the interval, order and repeat settings.

Press CARD and the card mode screen
displays.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Card Setup”.

4
5

Press a/b to select “Still Setup”, and then
press ENTER.
Press a/b to select “Slide Show”, and then
press ENTER.

You can select up to thirty-two pictures and specify
the order for displaying in slide show.

Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Setting Slide Show.

Press a/b to select “My Program”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Setup”, and then press
ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the files, and then
press ENTER.

Repeats the operation in step 4. (You can
select up to 32 files.)

After selecting all the files you want, press
RETURN to return to MENU.

Slide Show
My Program
Audio Select

Interval

5 Sec.

File Operation

Order

Normal

Repeat

Off

To cancel My Program setting

Performs step 1 and 2 in My Program.

Press c/d to select “Delete All”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press
ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the desired slide
show setting, and then press ENTER.

Selected item

Description

Interval

Set the frame interval for a slideshow.

Order

Set the frame order for a slideshow. See
the right column for My Program setting.

Repeat

If set to On, the slideshow will play again
after showing the last frame.

• All the registered numbers are cleared.

Audio Select
You can enjoy the audio from TV or other external
equipment during the still image playback.

Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Setting Slide Show.

Press a/b to select “Audio Select”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the desired sound
output, and then press ENTER.

Using memory card
Protecting/unprotecting still picture files

Deleting all still image files

You can protect any file you do not want to delete.

1
2

Repeat steps 1 to 5 in Protecting still
picture files.

Press a/b to select “Delete All”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press
ENTER.

Press a/b to select “File Operation”, and
then press ENTER.
Slide Show
My Program
Audio Select
File Operation

Protect
Delete File
Delete All

Press a/b to select “Protect”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the file you want
to protect, and then press ENTER.
• Protect mark ( ) displays.
• Select the file with a protect mark and press
ENTER to cancel file protect.

Repeats the operation in step 4.

After setting the files you want to protect,
press RETURN to return to MENU.

NOTE
• You cannot delete a protected file on the card.

Deleting a still image file

Repeat steps 1 to 5 in Protecting still
picture files.

Press a/b to select “Delete File”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the file you want
to delete, and then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press
ENTER.

Repeat the operations in steps 7 and 8
above.

After deleting the images you no longer need,
press RETURN to return to MENU.

NOTE
• You cannot delete a protected file on the card.
• Do not turn off the power or take out a card when deleting
a file. The card may malfunction.
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1
Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Audio Select.

NOTE
• You cannot delete a protected file on the card.
• Do not turn off the power or take out a card when deleting
a file. The card may malfunction.

Using memory card
Displaying a motion picture

Press CARD and the card mode screen
displays.

Press c/d to select “Video”, and then press
ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the file you want
to play, and then press ENTER.
• Video playback starts.

Press CARD again to display the operation
panel.
• See page XX for the operation panel
information.
• When viewing a motion picture, by pressing
VIEW MODE the picture size changes.
Small – Medium – Large.

Recording a motion picture
Use this setting to record images you are currently
watching.
Record with the settings made in “Rec. Mode” and
“Pre Record”.

Use this setting for recording images you are currently
watching. You can select the recording mode (picture
quality) for a motion picture.

1
Press REC to start recording.
• CARD indicator lights up red.
• Recording information displays in the lower
right corner of the screen.

Rec. Mode

Press H to stop recording.

Press CARD and the card mode screen
displays.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Card Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Video Setup” and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Rec. Mode”, and then
press ENTER.
Rec. Mode
Pre Record
Repeat Play
File Operation

To display the remaining record time.

SP
LP
EP

Press DISPLAY while not recording.
• Remaining record time displays in the lower right corner
of the screen.

NOTE
• Do not remove the AC cord from the socket.
• Recording stops if you press POWER on the remote
control while recording.
• When card has no capacity for recording, “Card is full”
displays and stops recording.
• You cannot change the channel or switch the input source
while recording.

Press a/b to select the desired mode, and
then press ENTER.

Using memory card
Pre Record

Protecting/unprotecting motion picture files

You can record the picture slightly before the point
where you pressed the record button, enabling you to
record just the scene you wanted.

1
2

You can protect any file you do not want to delete.

Press CARD and the card mode screen
displays.

Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Rec. Mode.

Press a/b to select “Pre Record”, and then
press ENTER.
Rec. Mode

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Card Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Video Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “File Operation”, and
then press ENTER.

Pre Record
Repeat Play
File Operation
On

Off

Rec. Mode

Press c/d to select “On”, and then press
ENTER.

Pre Record
Repeat Play
File Operation

Protect
Delete File
Delete All

Repeat Play
You can specify one file or all files to replay repeatedly.

Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Rec. Mode.

Press a/b to select “Protect”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Repeat Play”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the file you want
to protect, and then press ENTER.

Press a/b to select desired setting, and
then press ENTER.

Selected item

Description

Off

No playback or repeat.

File

Plays back and repeats one file.

All

Plays back all movie files on the card then
repeats.

• Protect mark ( ) displays.
• Select the file with a protect mark and press
ENTER to cancel file protect.

Repeats the operation in step 4.

After setting the files you want to protect,
press RETURN to return to MENU.

Using memory card
Deleting a motion picture file

Repeat step 1 to 5 in Protecting motion
picture files.

Press a/b to select “Delete File”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the file you want
to delete, and then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press
ENTER.

Repeat the operations in steps 7 and 8
above.

After deleting the images you no longer need,
press RETURN to return to MENU.

Format

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Card Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Format” and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press
ENTER.

Yes

NOTE
• You cannot delete a protected file on the card.
• Do not turn off the power or take out a card when deleting
a file. The card may malfunction.

NOTE
• Formatting a card deletes all files including the ones which
set to protect.
• Do not turn off the power or take out a card while it is
being formatted.

Deleting all motion picture files

Repeat step 1 to 5 in Protecting motion
picture files.

Press a/b to select “Delete All”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press
ENTER.

NOTE
• You cannot delete a protected file on the card.
• Do not turn off the power or take out a card when deleting
a file. The card may malfunction.

Using external equipment
You can connect many types of external equipment to your System, like a DVD player, VCR, Digital TV tuner, PC,
HDMI equipment, game console and camcorder. To view external source images, select the input source from
INPUT on the remote control unit or on the Display.

Displaying an external equipment image
Explanation here is for the setting when connecting
DVD to INPUT1 terminal.

Selecting the INPUT signal

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “Input Select”, and then
press ENTER.
MENU

[Option ... Input Select]

Option
Audio Only

INPUT button

Digital Noise Reduction

[Low]

Input Select

[Auto]

Output Select

To watch a DVD image, select “INPUT1” from “INPUT
SOURCE” menu using INPUT on the remote control
unit or on the Display. (See page XX.)

[Fixed]

Quick Shoot

[Off]

Center Channel Input

[Off]

Caption Setup
Title Display type

[No]

INPUT SOURCE

TV
INPUT1

Select the desired signal type.
For INPUT1 signal
MENU

INPUT2
INPUT3

[Option ... Input Select]

Auto

INPUT4

COMPONENT
Video

INPUT5
i.LINK
CARD
NOTE
• If the image does not come in clearly, you may need to
change the input signal type setting on the “Input Select”
menu.

The setting is stored and can be selected on the
“INPUT SOURCE” menu.
CAUTION
• To protect all equipment, always turn off the TV before
connecting to a DVD player, VCR, Digital TV tuner, PC,
HDMI equipment, game console, camcorder or other
external equipment.

NOTE
• See pages XX to XX for external equipment connection.
• Please refer to the relevant operation manual (DVD player,
PC, etc.) carefully before making connections.
• Each time INPUT is pressed, the input source toggles.
• Refer to your external equipment operation manual for
the signal type.

Using external equipment
Connecting a DVD player
You can use the INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 4 or INPUT 5 terminals when connecting to a DVD player and other
audiovisual equipment.
When using component cable.

Component
video cable
(commercially
available)

Audio cable
(commercially available)

DVD player
When using composite cable.

AV cable (commercially
available)

DVD player
When using DVI cable. (INPUT 5)

ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable
(commercially available)

DVI cable (Commercially available)

DVD player

NOTE
• See page 54 for connecting a DVD player with HDMI
terminal.

Using external equipment
Connecting a VCR
You can use the INPUT 3 terminal when connecting a VCR and other audiovisual equipment.
NOTE
• The S-video terminal has priority over the video terminals.

S-video cable
(commercially
available)

AV cable
(commercially available)

VCR

Connecting a game console or camcorder
A game console, camcorder and some other audiovisual equipment are conveniently connected using the
INPUT 3 terminals.
NOTE
• The S-video terminal has priority over the video terminals.

S-video cable
(commercially
available)

AV cable
(commercially available)

Game console/Camcorder

Using external equipment
Connecting a Digital TV STB
You can use the INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 4 or INPUT 5 terminals when connecting a Digital TV STB and other
audiovisual equipment.
When using component cable.

Component video cable
(commercially available)

Audio cable
(commercially available)

Digital TV STB
When using composite cable.

AV cable
(commercially available)

Digital TV STB
When using DVI cable. (INPUT 5)

ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable
(commercially available)

DVI cable (Commercially available)

Digital TV STB

NOTE
• See page 54 for connecting a Digital TV STB to HDMI terminal.

Using external equipment
Connecting HDMI equipment
You can use the INPUT 4 terminal when connecting an HDMI equipment.

HDMI equipment

HDMI cable
(Commercially available)

Displaying an image from HDMI equipment

To watch an HDMI equipment image, select
“INPUT4” from “INPUT SOURCE” menu
using INPUT on the remote control unit or
on the Display. (See page 66.)

Press a/b to select the desired item and
press ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the desired setting
and press ENTER.

INPUT SOURCE
TV
INPUT1

HDMI Setup
items

INPUT2

Signal
Type

Auto/RGB/YCbCr
4:4:4/YCbCr 4:2:2

Select the signal type from
an HDMI terminal. Unless
the image quality looks
obviously poor, select Auto.

Color
Matrix

Auto/ITU601/
ITU709

Select the internal color
space conversion method
when an RGB signal is
input. Normally, select
Auto.

Dynamic
Range

Standard/
Out of standard

Select the signal amplitude
range. Normally, select
Standard.

Selectable items

INPUT3
INPUT4
INPUT5
i.LINK
CARD

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “HDMI Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

Auto View Enable/Disable

Description

Set whether or not to use
VIEW MODE based on
signal recognition,
including an HDMI signal.

NOTE

[Option ... HDMI Setup]

Option
Audio Only
Digital Noise Reduction

[Low]

HDMI Setup
Output Select

[Off]

Center Channel Input

[Off]

Caption Setup

[Fixed]

Quick Shoot

• Refer to your external equipment operation manual for
the signal type.

Using external equipment
Connecting a PC
Use the INPUT 5 terminal to connect a PC.
NOTE
• Refer to page 81 for a list of PC signals compatible with the TV.

ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable
(commercially available)

DVI cable (Commercially available)

PC with DVI terminal

RGB/DVI conversion cable
(Commercially available)

ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable
(commercially available)

PC with analog RGB terminal

Using external equipment

Connecting D-VHS Decks (i.LINK
connection)

Connecting two or more D-VHS decks
Up to 16 D-VHS decks can be connected using a
daisy-chain connection with i.LINK cables.

About i.LINK
i.LINK is an interface connection using a serial
transfer system and is able to transfer multimedia
data, such as digital images and digital sound,
between devices that have i.LINK terminals.
i.LINK is a term defined in the IEEE 1394 (Institute of
Electrical and Electronics Engineers) standard.
Currently, the transfer speeds are at 100 Mbps, 200
Mbps and 400 Mbps, each of them expressed as
S100, S200 and S400 respectively. On this TV, the
maximum speed is 400 Mbps.

i. LINK devices that can be connected to this
TV.
Only D-VHS decks can be connected to this TV.
Other devices such as DVD recorders, digital video
cameras, computers or computer peripheral devices
do not meet the specifications for this TV and
therefore, cannot be connected.

When 3 or more D-VHS decks are connected,
branch connection can be used. With branch
connections, up to 62 D-VHS decks can be
connected.

Materials that can be recorded with the i.LINK
Only digital programs can be recorded by D-VHS
decks connected to this TV using the i.LINK. i.LINK
recording is not compatible with ground-wave
broadcasts or external input signals (INPUT
terminals 1 through 5).

i.LINK connection
E.g. When only one D-VHS deck is connected:
NOTE
• Please make sure the
shapes of the terminal
and the plug match,
and insert the plug into
the terminal straight,
not on an angle.
• Use either one of the
terminals. These two
terminals do not differ in
quality or function.

Cautions regarding i.LINK connection
• Please use S400 type i.LINK cables.
• Some i.LINK devices may not relay data if their power
is off. This TV can relay data during power off, by
selecting “Yes” in the “Stand-by Mode” option in
“i.LINK setup”. (See Page 57.)
• Please do NOT use a loop connection as shown in
the diagram.

D-VHS deck

Only an i.LINK cable is needed
to connect the TV and the D-VHS
deck. (VIDEO, S-VIDEO, and
AUDIO terminals need not be
connected.)

• When using the i.LINK, do not turn off the power of,
or pull the cable from i.LINK devices, even if that
i.LINK devices is not in use. This may affect the
picture and the sound from a D-VHS deck in use.
• If devices such as a DVD recorders, digital video
cameras, computers and computer peripheral
devices which are not compatible with this TV, are
connected to the TV using i.LINK, other i.LINK
connections may be disrupted.

Using external equipment
Setting the recording mode (i.LINK)
• The function for automatically adjusting the recording
mode of connected D-VHS decks can be turned on
or off.
• Since most of the currently available D-VHS decks
automatically recognize the transfer rates of the
pictures and sound being recorded and control the
recording mode accordingly, you should always set
this Mode to “No” in normal circumstances.
• Depending on the D-VHS deck used and the type of
broadcast being recorded, this TV may not adjust
the recording mode properly. In this case, please
set the “Recording Mode” to “No”.

Setting the Stand-by Mode (i.LINK)
• Power consumption during stand-by mode can be
minimized by changing the setting of the “Standby
Mode” in “i.LINK Setup”.
• When i.LINK is not in use, select “No” in “Stand-by
Mode”.

Press MENU to display the MENU.

Press c/d to select “Digital Setup”.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press a/b to select “i.LINK Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Digital Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Stand-by Mode”, and
then press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “i.LINK Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Yes” or “No”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Recording Mode”, and
then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Yes” or “No”, and then
press ENTER.
• Normally, this should be set to “No”.

“Yes”: Power continues to pass through the i.LINK
circuit so data can be relayed.
“No”: Power consumption is minimized during standby mode. Data cannot be sent at this setting.
NOTE
• When the main power of the TV is in standby mode
(POWER indicator lights up in red), i.LINK control
commands cannot be received from a D-VHS deck. This
does not change even if the “Stand-by Mode” is set to
“Yes”. To control the TV from a D-VHS deck, turn the TV
power on (POWER indicator lights up in green).
• Data cannot be relayed between i.LINK devices when all
the following conditions are met: 1) More than one i.LINK
device is connected to the TV with i.LINK cables, 2)
“Stand-by Mode” is set to “No”, and 3) The main power of
the TV is in standby mode (POWER indicator lights up in
red). When the TV is connected between two i.LINK
devices in series, select “Yes” in “Stand-by Mode” or
connect the TV at an end of the series as shown in the
diagram.

Using external equipment
NOTE

Selecting a D-VHS deck (i.LINK)
• In order to control a D-VHS deck from the TV, you
must first choose the D-VHS deck to be controlled.
• One D-VHS deck can be chosen from up to 16 i.LINK
connected decks.
• All D-VHS decks connected with i.LINK cables
should automatically appear in the selection screen.

Press i.LINK to display the i.LINK control
panel.
1

Model

00 : 00 : 00
Stop

D-VHS

Input

PWR

Press a/b/c/d to select “Model” and press
ENTER.
• Selection screen appears.
Type

Maker

Disabling the TV’s operation of a D-VHS
deck (i.LINK)
• By disabling the TV’s operation of a D-VHS deck,
the deck can be operated from another i.LINK
device.

PLAY

• When there is no D-VHS deck connected, the
message “No i.LINK model is available” appears. In
this case, please connect a D-VHS deck. (See page
57.)
• When there is no D-VHS deck selected, the selection
screen appears. In this case, please go to step 3.

• Devices that cannot be used with this TV will not appear
in the selection screen.
• When an item in the selection screen is grayed out, the
item is not recognized by the TV and cannot be selected.
(The item may not be connected properly.)

Model

Press i.LINK to display the i.LINK control
panel.
1

Model

00 : 00 : 00
Stop

D-VHS

Input

PWR
PLAY

• When there is no D-VHS deck connected, “No i.LINK
model is available” appears. Please connect one.
(See page 57.)
• When there is no D-VHS deck selected, the selection
screen appears. Please go to step 3.

Press a/b/c/d to select “Model” and press
ENTER.
• Selection screen appears.
Type

Maker

Model

Press a/b to select a device, and then press
ENTER.
• The control panel for the D-VHS deck appears.

Press b to select “Cancel Connection” and
press ENTER.
• Operation of the D-VHS deck from the TV is
disabled.
Type

Maker

Model

Cancel Connection

Using external equipment
Deleting a preset D-VHS deck (i.LINK)

Press c to select “Delete”, and then press
ENTER.

• Preset D-VHS decks can be selected from a list.
• If a D-VHS deck is connected, it cannot be deleted
from the list.

1
2

Type

Maker

Press i.LINK to display the i.LINK control
panel.
Press a/b/c/d to select “Selecting a
device”, and then press ENTER.
1

Model

00 : 00 : 00
Stop

• The selected D-VHS deck is deleted from the
list.
• Select “Cancel” to undelete a device.

D-VHS

Input

PWR
PLAY

Press a/b to select a device to be deleted,
and then press ENTER.
Type

Maker

Model

Cancel Connection

Controlling an i.LINK device
• An i.LINK compatible D-VHS deck can be controlled
from the TV using the i.LINK control panel on the
screen.
• The steps in “i.LINK Setup” on page XX need to be
completed beforehand.
• Please also refer to the operation manual of the DVHS deck to be used with this TV.

Basic operation

Model

Press i.LINK to display the i.LINK control
panel.
• The i.LINK button is also used to exit the i.LINK
control panel.

Press a/b/c/d to select a function, and
then press ENTER.

The i.LINK control panel
i.LINK device
Status Display number

Maker's name

Model

Go to Model
Selection
screen

Current operation
Tape Counter

Model

00 : 00 : 00
D-VHS

Select input
Input

PWR
PLAY

Function selected
with the cursor

Timer Status
(D-VHS recorder can not be
operated when timer is set)
Cassette inserted
Type of Videotape/Tape Format

Write Protect on
(When the defeat tabs are broken recording is impossible)

PWR

Power On/Off

Skip back

STOP

REWIND

PLAY

FAST FORWARD

PAUSE

Skip forward

REC START

NOTE
• The input selection button is used to select either digital broadcasting or i.LINK input.
59

Using external equipment
NOTE
• Even when a connected D-VHS deck is playing, input
signal can be switched to digital broadcasting by shifting
the cursor to the input selection button and pressing
ENTER.
• This TV may not be able to operate some D-VHS decks
using the control panel, or to display picture and/or sound
input from some D-VHS decks.
• Depending on the D-VHS deck, this TV’s i.LINK may not
allow viewing of VHS and S-VHS tape or analog recorded
D-VHS tape. In this case, connect the D-VHS deck’s
analog output with the TV’s analog input, and switch the
TV’s input mode to external input.
• If a D-VHS deck is operated with the TV’s control panel
during timer recording, the recording may fail. Do not use
the TV’s control panel to operate the D-VHS deck during
timer recording.
• When the TV’s control panel is used to record a program,
what is recorded with the D-VHS deck are the pictures
and sound of the digital program that the TV is receiving.
• To record the picture and sound of a digital program which
the TV is receiving, use D-VHS tape. VHS or S-VHS tape
will not record.
• The i.LINK control panel cannot be used during timer
recording.
• The i.LINK control panel cannot be displayed together
with the TV Guide On Screen™or other menus.
• There may be some programs which D-VHS decks cannot
record.
• With some D-VHS decks, the quality of the picture may
be distorted during fast forwarding or rewinding.
• IEEE 1394 is the IEEE’s international standard.
• i.LINK and the i.LINK logo are registered trademarks of
Sony Electronic, Inc.
• A copy protection technology is used on D-VHS decks
that incorporate copyright protection. This technology has
received the approval of the Digital Transmission Licensing
Administrator (DTLA), an organization that administers
copyright protection technologies. Some picture and
sound data have restrictions on duplication. Such data
cannot be digitally copied using the i.LINK. Some picture
and sound data may not be able to be sent back and
forth between a D-VHS deck that has DTLA copyright
protection technology and one that does not.

Automatic input switching to i.LINK
• Input mode can be set to automatically switch to
i.LINK when a D-VHS deck connected to the TV is
played.

Press MENU to display the MENU screen.

Press c/d to select “Digital Setup”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “i.LINK setup”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b select “i.LINK Autoswitch”, and
then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press
ENTER.
i.LINK Autoswitch
Recording Mode
Stand-by Mode

Yes

Using external equipment
Recording digital programs with a D-VHS
deck (i.LINK)
• Before commencing this procedure, the steps in
“i.LINK Setup” on page 58 need to be completed
beforehand.
• Please also refer to the operation manual of the DVHS deck to be used with this TV.

Select a digital program to be recorded.

Press i.LINK to display the i.LINK control
panel.
1

Model

00 : 00 : 00
Stop

D-VHS

Input

PWR
PLAY

Press a/b/c/d to select E, and then press
ENTER.
• Recording starts.
• Select E and press ENTER to stop recording.

NOTE
• Input mode cannot be switched to i.LINK during recording.
• Some D-VHS decks may not be able to be operated using
the TV’s i.LINK control panel.
• When a D-VHS deck connected to the TV is under timer
recording, the deck cannot be operated using the TV’s
control panel.
• When the TV’s control panel is used to record a program,
what is recorded with the D-VHS deck are the pictures
and sound of the digital program that the TV is receiving.
• To record the picture and sound of a digital program which
the TV is receiving, use D-VHS tape. VHS or S-VHS tape
will not record.
• The i.LINK control panel cannot be used during timer
recording.

Useful adjustment settings
Image position (AV input mode
only)
For adjusting a picture’s horizontal and vertical
position.

Moving the picture on the screen
You can move the picture around on the screen.
Press a/b/c/d to move an image on the screen to
the desired position. Press ENTER to return to the initial
image position.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
NOTE

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Position”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “H-Pos.” or “V-Pos.”.

H-Pos.

[0]

–10

+10

V-Pos.

[0]

–20

+20

Reset

Press c/d to adjust the item to your desired
position.

NOTE
• For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset
values, press a/b to select “Reset”, and then press
ENTER.
• Adjustments are stored separately according to input
source.
• You can easily move the image position as shown on this
page, but when the power is switched off the image will
return to the previously memorized position.
Selected item

Description

H-Pos.

Centers the image by moving it to the left
or right.

V-Pos.

Centers the image by moving it up or
down.

• While pressing a/b/c/d, an on-screen image,
“Adjusting Position” displays to the desired position.
• This setting cannot be stored. Once the TV shuts down or
enters standby mode, the setting is erased. To move the
picture around the screen again, you must perform the
above procedure again.
• The image position setting using the steps on page 63
can be stored. Select either according to your objectives.
• “TV”, “INPUT1”, “INPUT2”, “INPUT3” and “INPUT4” can
each adjust the image position setting on this page. The
same for view modes.
• An on-screen image from PC and card cannot be moved
around.
• Even when the image fills the screen, its position can be
adjusted with this function.
• Press ENTER to reset the image to original positions.

Useful adjustment settings

Connecting external speakers

Rear view

How to connect the
speaker cable
1 Push down
the tab.

2 Insert the

end of the
cable.

3 Lift the tab
back up.

When using external speakers
• Change the speaker setting to external speakers. (See
page 64.)

Make sure to connect the speaker terminal and
cable polarity (L, +) properly

CAUTION
• Make sure external speakers have 4 ohm and 10 watt
specifications.
• Connect the plus/minus terminals with the correct cables.
Incorrect connection may cause a short.

• The speaker terminals have plus (L) and minus (+)
polarity.
• Plus is red and minus is black.
• The cables are also divided into plus and minus.
• When connecting the left/right speakers, be sure to
connect the plus/minus terminals with the correct cables.

NOTE
• Unplug the AC cord from the AC outlet before installing
the speakers.

Useful adjustment settings
Audio Quality Control
Audio Quality Control automatically optimizes the audio
quality to suit internal (supplied) speakers.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Speaker Setup”, and
then press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Audio Quality Control”,
and then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Equalizer” or “Flat”, and
then press ENTER.

Selected item

Description

Equalizer

Sets the optimum Audio Quality Control for
the attached speakers.

Flat

When you are using your own speakers,
output the original sound without using
Audio Quality Control.

NOTE
• When DOLBY Virtual is on, Audio Quality Control
automatically sets to Flat.

Useful adjustment settings

Auto Sync. adjustment (PC input
mode only)
For automatically adjusting the PC image.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Auto Sync.”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press
ENTER.
• Auto Sync. starts and “Now adjusting the
image” displays.
MENU

Fine Sync. adjustment (PC input
mode only)
Ordinarily you can easily adjust the picture as
necessary to change image position using Auto Sync.
In some cases, however, manual adjustment is needed
to optimize the image.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Fine Sync.”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select the specific
adjustment item.

[Setup ... Auto Sync.]

Yes

H-Pos.

[90]

–

V-Pos.

[39]

–

Clock

[90]

–

Phase

[20]

–

Reset

5
30%

NOTE
• When Auto Sync. is successful, “Auto Sync completed
successfully” displays. If not, Auto Sync. failed.
• Auto Sync. may fail even if “Auto Sync completed
successfully” displays.
• Auto Sync. may fail if the computer image has low
resolution, has unclear (black) edges, or is moved while
executing Auto Sync.
• Be sure to connect the PC to the TV and switch it on before
starting Auto Sync.

Press c/d to adjust the item to your
desired position.

NOTE
• For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset
values, press a/b to select “Reset”, and then press
ENTER.
Selected item

Description

H-Pos.

Centers the image by moving it to the left
or right.

V-Pos.

Centers the image by moving it up or
down.

Clock

Adjusts the clock frequency.

Phase

Adjusts the clock phase.

Useful adjustment settings

Input Select

DVI input signal setting

Press INPUT to select INPUT5.

INPUT SOURCE
TV
INPUT1

Display

INPUT2
INPUT3
INPUT4

INPUT button

INPUT5

Selecting input source

i.LINK

Use this menu to select the input source.

CARD

Press INPUT.
• A list of selectable sources appears.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “Input Select”, and then
press ENTER.

Press INPUT again to select the input source.
• An image from the selected source
automatically displays.
• You can also select the input source by
pressing a/b.
• If the corresponding input is not plugged in,
you cannot change the input. Be sure to
connect the equipment beforehand.

Selecting input signal type

For setting the signal type of external equipment
connected to INPUT 1 and Input 2 terminals.

[Option ... Input Select]

Option
Audio Only

Input Select

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

[ANALOG PC]

Output Select

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “Input Select”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select a signal type you want
to set, and then press ENTER.
• If the selected signal type is incorrect, images
are not displayed or displayed without any
color.

NOTE
• If you set INPUT1 and INPUT2 to Auto, the TV will
automatically select the input signal.
• Check the operation manual of the external equipment
for the signal type.
• Setting INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 signal selection to “Auto”
when other equipment is connected will result in the
following connectivity priority.
INPUT 1 and INPUT 2
1. COMPONENT VIDEO
2. VIDEO

[Fixed]

Quick Shoot

[Off]

Center Channel Input

[Off]

Press a/b to select the equipment
connected to INPUT 5 terminal, and then
press ENTER.
MENU

[Option ... Input Select]

DIGITAL PC
ANALOG PC
DIGITAL AV
ANALOG AV

Useful adjustment settings

Picture Flip

Input Label
Lets you set the input terminal displayed using the
INPUT SOURCE menu or channel display.

You can set the orientation of the picture.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 in Input Label.

Press a/b to select “Picture Flip”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select the desired mode, and
then press ENTER.

[Standard]: normal image.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

ABC
[Mirror]: mirror image.

Press a/b to select “Input Label”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b/c/d to select the new name for
the channel, and then press ENTER.

CBA

INPUT SOURCE
[Upside Down]: upside down image.

TV
DVD
INPUT2

ABC

INPUT3
INPUT4
INPUT5
i.LINK

[Rotate]: rotated image.

CARD

ABC

(Example)

NOTE
• You cannot change labels if the INPUT SOURCE is TV,
i.LINK or CARD.

Useful adjustment settings

AV MODE

View mode for 4:3 Programs

AV MODE gives you six viewing options to choose
from to best match environment of the System, which
can vary due to factors like room brightness, type of
program watched or the type of image input from
external equipment.

• The View mode menu displays.
• The menu lists the view mode options
selectable for the type of video signal currently
received.

Press VIEW MODE.

Press VIEW MODE or a/b while the View
mode menu is still on the screen.
• You can sequentially select a view mode that
has its own aspect ratio.

Press AV MODE.
• Present AV MODE displays.

Press AV MODE again before the mode
displayed on the screen disappears.
• The mode changes as shown below.

Mode selection for TV, INPUT 1 to 5, i.LINK and CARD
mode (Example)
AV MODE: STANDARD

AV MODE: MOVIE

AV MODE: DYNAMIC

AV MODE: GAME

AV MODE: DYNAMIC (Fixed)

AV MODE: USER

View Mode
Side Bar
S. Stretch
[ANALOG-A]

Zoom
Stretch

Mode selection for the PC terminal
(Example)
AV MODE: USER [PC]

AV MODE: STANDARD

Selected item

Suitable for viewing
conventional 4:3
programs in their
normal format.

Description

STANDARD

For a highly defined image in a normally
bright room

MOVIE

For a movie

GAME

Lowers image brightness for easier viewing

USER

Allows the user to customize settings as
desired. You can set the mode for each
input source.

DYNAMIC
(Fixed)

Changing image and sound settings to
factory preset values. No adjustments are
allowed.

DYNAMIC

For a clear-cut image emphasizing high
contrast for sports viewing

NOTE
• You can select a different AV MODE item for each input
mode. (For example, select STANDARD for TV input and
DYNAMIC for VIDEO input.)
• When AV MODE is set to DYNAMIC (Fixed), “No picture
adjustments available in Dynamic (Fixed) mode” displays.

Side Bar:

S.Stretch: Suitable for stretching
(Smart
4:3 programs to fill
stretch)
the screen.

Zoom:

Suitable for viewing
wide-screen 2.35:1
anamorphic DVDs in
full screen.

Stretch:

This mode is useful
for 1.78:1 DVDs.
When viewing 1.85:1
DVDs, stretch mode
will still show very
thin black bands at
the top and bottom of
the screen.

Useful adjustment settings
a

Input signal
(640m480)

View Mode
Normal
Zoom
Stretch
Dot by Dot

View mode (for PC input mode)
You can select the screen size.
NOTE
• Connect the PC before making adjustments. (See page
55.)
• Selectable screen size may vary with input signal type.

Press VIEW MODE.
• The View mode menu displays.

Input signal
(1024m768)

View Mode

Press VIEW MODE or a/b to select a
desired item on the menu.

Zoom
Stretch
Dot by Dot

Screen size images.
Input signal

Normal

Zoom

Stretch

Dot by Dot

ex. 640g480

Keeps the original
aspect ratio in a full
screen display.

Keeps the original
aspect ratio in a full
screen display. The
top and bottom of
the image is slightly
cropped.

An image fully fills
the screen.

Detects the
resolution of the
signal and
displays an image
with the same
number of pixels
on the screen.

Input signal

Normal

Zoom

Stretch

Dot by Dot

1024g768

Keeps the original
aspect ratio in a full
screen display. The
top and bottom of
the image is slightly
cropped.

An image fully fills
the screen.

Detects the
resolution of the
signal and displays
an image with the
same number of
pixels on the
screen.

Useful adjustment settings

Input signal (for PC input mode)
• 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. After setting once,
it will display when the same signal (resolution) is input
again.
640g400

Digital Noise Reduction
Produces a clearer video image.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “Digital Noise
Reduction”, and then press ENTER.

Press a/b to select the desired level, and
then press ENTER.

720g400

640g480

848g480

1024g768

1280g768

NOTE
• You can only select the “Input Signal” on the Setup menu
when receiving one of the 6 input signals listed above.

Off
High
Low

Audio Only

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

3
4

Press a/b to select “Input Signal” and then
press ENTER.
Press a/b to select the desired input signal
on the display.
Example

640 x 480
848 x 480

When listening to music from a music program, you
can set the Liquid Crystal display off and enjoy audio
only.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 in Digital Noise
Reduction.

Press a/b to select “Audio Only”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “On”, and then press
ENTER.

Selected item

Description

Audio is output without screen image.

Off

Both screen images and audio are output.

Useful adjustment settings

Output Select

Sleep timer

Allows you to select what controls the audio output.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “Output Select”, and
then press ENTER.

Allows you to set a time when the TV automatically
switches to standby.

• Remaining time displays when sleep timer has
been set.

Press c/d to select “Fixed” or “Variable”,
and then press ENTER.

Sleep Timer: Remaining

Description

Selected item

Fixed

• Sound via speaker is adjusted with VOL
k/l on the remote control unit or VOL l/
k on the Display.
• Sound via the MONITOR OUTPUT terminal
is not adjustable and constantly outputs.

Variable

• Sound via the MONITOR OUTPUT terminal
is adjusted with VOL k/l on the remote
control unit or VOL l/k on the Display.
• Sound via speaker is muted.

Press SLEEP.

Each time you press SLEEP, the remaining
time switches as shown below.
• When set, the time automatically starts counting
down.
• If you want to adjust the sleep timer, you can
press SLEEP twice then change the time
setting.
• Five minutes before time expires, the remaining
time displays each minute.

Quick Shoot
Use Quick Shoot Operation to record action video more
clearly.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 in Output Select.

Press a/b to select “Quick Shoot”, and then
press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “On”, and then press
ENTER.

NOTE
• Quick Shoot may cause image noise. If this occurs turn
the function “Off”.

Sleep Timer:

Off

Sleep Timer:

120

NOTE
• Select “OFF” by pressing SLEEP to cancel the sleep timer.
• If the sleep timer is activated when set to zero, the TV will
enter STANDBY mode.

Useful adjustment settings

Title Display Type
Select the CH display for Digital broadcasting.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Title Display Type”, and
then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select "On" or "Off", and then
press ENTER.

Selected item

Descroption

"Channel call" displays

Off

"Channel call" does not display

Useful adjustment settings

Closed caption
• Your TV is equipped with an internal closed caption decoder. Closed caption is the system which allows you
to view conversations, narration, and sound effects in TV programs and home videos as subtitles on your
Display.
• Not all programs and videos offer closed caption. Please look for the “N” symbol to ensure that captions will
be shown.
• “CC1” or “CC2” displays subtitles of TV dramas and news programs while allowing a full view of the picture.
• “Text1” or “Text2” superimposes on the picture other information (e.g. TV guide, weather) that is independent
of the TV in progress.

Press CC.
• Present Closed caption information displays.

Press CC while the Closed caption
information in still on the screen.
• You can sequentially select a closed caption
service which you prefer.
ANALOG-A

Air

2
Audio
CC

:
:

MONO
1/2 CC1

Closed caption
information
• Depending on the signal, information such as
1/4 or 1/2 will appear.
1/2 shows the first of two services.
Example:
When a program has two services (CC1 and
Text 1), closed caption will toggles like below.
1/2 CC1

2/2 Text1

OFF

NOTE
• See page 74 to 76 for the detailed closed caption settings.
• When using Twin Picture functions (see page 86), Closed
Caption the program on the active screen will be
displayed.
• When using Freeze functions, closed caption will not be
displayed on the right screen (still image).
• When the program contains no closed caption, “ ––”
displays in the closed caption information.
• Four kinds of closed caption service(CC1, CC2, Text1,
Text2) are available. However, selectable service(CC1,
CC2, Text1, Text2) are depends on the programs contains.

Useful adjustment settings
Caption Size

Font Style

Select a caption size.

Select a font style.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “Caption Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Caption Size”.

Press a/b to select “Font Style”.

Press c/d to select the desired style.

ABC
123

Caption Size

Default

Font Style

Default

Foreground Color

Default

Foreground Opacity

Default

Background Color

Default

Background Opacity

Default

Character Edge

Default

Reset

Press c/d to select the desired size.

NOTE
• Default: The caption size specified by broadcasting station
or default size.
• For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset
values, press a/b to select “Reset”, and then press
ENTER.

Description

Selected item
Default

The font specified by broadcasting station
or default font.

Type 0
Type 1
Type 2
Type 3
Type 4
Type 5
Type 6
Type 7

Proportional font used in the MENU screen.
Monospaced with serifs.
Proportionally spaced with serifs.
Monospaced without serifs.
Proportionally spaced without serifs.
Casual font type.
Cursive font type.
Small capitals.

NOTE
• For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset
values, press a/b to select “Reset”, and then press
ENTER.

Useful adjustment settings
Foreground Color

Foreground Opacity

Select a character foreground color.

Select a foreground opacity value.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Foreground Color.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “Foreground Opacity”.

Press a/b to select “Caption Setup”.

Press c/d to select the desired value.

Press a/b to select “Foreground Color”.

ABC
123

Caption Size

Default

Font Style

Default

Foreground Color

Default

Foreground Opacity

Default

Background Color

Default

Background Opacity

Default

Character Edge

Default

NOTE
• Default: The foreground opacity value specified by
broadcasting station or default opacity value.
• For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset
values, press a/b to select “Reset”, and then press
ENTER.

Background Color
Select a character background color.

Reset

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Foreground Color.

Press a/b to select “Background Color”.

Press c/d to select the desired color.

NOTE
• Default: The foreground color specified by broadcasting
station or default color.
• For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset
values, press a/b to select “Reset”, and then press
ENTER.

NOTE
• Default: The background color specified by broadcasting
station or default color.
• For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset
values, press a/b to select “Reset”, and then press
ENTER.

Useful adjustment settings
Background Opacity
Select a background opacity value.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “Caption Setup”.

Press a/b to select “Background Opacity”.

ABC
123

Caption Size

Default

Font Style

Default

Foreground Color

Default

Foreground Opacity

Default

Background Color

Default

Background Opacity

Default

Character Edge

Default

Reset

Press c/d to select the desired value.

NOTE
• Default: The background opacity value specified by
broadcasting station or default opacity value.
• For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset
values, press a/b to select “Reset”, and then press
ENTER.

Character Edge
Select a character edge.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”.

Press a/b to select “Caption Setup”, and
then press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Character Edge”.

Press c/d to select the desired setting.

NOTE
• Default: The character edge specified by broadcasting
station or default edge.
• For resetting all adjustment items to the factory preset
values, press a/b to select “Reset”, and then press
ENTER.
76

Useful adjustment settings

Secret number setting for parental
control (AV input mode only)

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

Select “New Secret No.”, and then press
ENTER.
Input the new 4-digit secret number by using
0 – 9.
New Secret No.

IMPORTANT:
Three conditions must be met to enable V-Chip (see
pages 79 to 83):
1 Secret No. is registered.
2 V-Chip settings have been made.
3 “Status” is set to “On”.

Secret No. Clear
Input Secret No.

– – – –

New Secret No.

– – – –

Reconfirm

– – – –

Input the same 4-digit number on the
“Reconfirm” screen as in step 5 to confirm.
New Secret No.
Secret No. Clear
Input Secret No.

– – – –

New Secret No.

* * * *

Reconfirm

– – – –

Press RETURN to start configuring V-Chip
settings. (See pages 80 and 82 for details.)

Setting parental control status
Used to enable or disable the parental control function.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Setting a secret
number.
• Secret number setting menu displays.

Setting a secret number

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

Press MENU and MENU screen displays.

Press a/b to select “Status”, and then press
ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Press c/d to select “On” or “Off”, and then
press ENTER.

• Select “On” to enable and “Off” to disable
Parental CTRL.

Press a/b to select “Parental CTRL”, and
then press ENTER.

V-Chip
Secret No.

Status

Press a/b to select “Secret No.”, and then
press ENTER.
TV MENU

Off

[Setup ... Parental CTRL]

V-Chip
Secret No.
Status

NOTE
• You can skip step 1 and 2 above while in Parental CTRL
screen.

Useful adjustment settings
Clearing the secret number
Allows you to clear your secret number.

• Secret number setting menu displays.

Changing the secret number
Allows you to change your current secret number.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Setting a secret
number.

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

Press a/b to select “Secret No.”, and then
press ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Secret No. Clear”, and
then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press
ENTER.

• Secret number setting menu displays.

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

Press a/b to select “Secret No.”, and then
press ENTER.

• Your secret number is cleared.
New Secret No.

Press a/b to select “New Secret No.”, and
then press ENTER.

Input the old 4-digit number you have set
using 0 – 9.
MENU

Secret No. Clear

Yes

[Setup ... Parental CTRL]

New Secret No.

NOTE

Secret No. Clear
Input Secret No.

– – – –

New Secret No.

– – – –

Reconfirm

– – – –

Input the new 4-digit number using 0 – 9.
New Secret No.
Secret No. Clear

Input Secret No.

– – – –

New Secret No.

– – – –

Reconfirm

– – – –

Input the same 4-digit number on the
“Reconfirm” screen as in step 6 to confirm.
New Secret No.
Secret No. Clear
Input Secret No.

– – – –

New Secret No.

* * * *

Reconfirm

– – – –

• See page 77 for re-registering with a new secret number
after being cleared.
• As a precautionary measure, make a note of your
secret number and keep it in a familiar place. If you
lose or forget your secret number, initialize the
Liquid Crystal Television to return all settings except
for the TV channel settings to factory preset values.
(See page 100.)
• If the secret number is cleared the Status setting
automatically sets to “Off”. “V-Chip” and “Status” will not
be selectable from the menu.

Useful adjustment settings

Parental control (setting V-CHIP level)
V-CHIP is an electronic filtering device built into your TV. This tool gives parents a great degree of control over
broadcasts accessed by their children. It allows parents to select programs judged suitable for child viewing
while blocking ones judged not suitable. It does so automatically once you activate the V-CHIP feature in your
Liquid Crystal Television.
“V-Chip” and “Status” will not be selectable from the menu if you do not first configure your secret
number. (See page 77 for Secret number setting for parental control.)
• The U.S. has two rating systems for viewing content: TV Parental Guidelines and movie ratings.
• The TV Parental Guidelines work in conjunction with the V-CHIP to help parents screen out inappropriate
television shows from their children.
• Movie ratings are used for original movies rated by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) as
watched on cable TV and not edited for television. The V-CHIP can also be set to block MPAA-rated movies.

Voluntary movie rating system (MPAA)
Rating
G

General audiences. All ages admitted.

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.

Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian (age varies in some
jurisdictions).

NC-17

No one 17 and under admitted.

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

Age

Description

a
• If you select “PG-13”, this will automatically block the higher ratings
“R”, “NC-17” and “X”.

[Setup ... Parental CTRL]

MPAA
TV Guidelines

Can. English Ratings

Can. French Ratings

PG-13

NOTE
• Voluntary movie rating system only uses an age-based rating.

R
NC-17
X
NONE

TV Parental Guidelines
Content
V
(Violence)

S
(Sexual
situation)

TV-PG (Parental Guidance suggested)

TV-14 (Parents strongly cautioned)

TV-MA (Mature audience only)

Rating

FV
(Fantasy
violence)

L
D
(Adult
(Sexually
language) suggestive
dialog)

TV-Y (All children)
TV-Y7 (Directed to older children)
Suggested
age

TV-G (General audience)

X: Content rating can be set.

Useful adjustment settings
TV Parental Guidelines (TV Guidelines)

Voluntary movie rating system (MPAA)

1
2

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Repeat steps 1 to 5 in Voluntary movie
rating system (MPAA).

Press a/b to select “TV Guidelines”, and
then press ENTER.

Press a/b to adjust the item to your desired
position. “ ” indicates the item is blocked.
• The setting automatically enters “Block” for any
ratings below your selection.

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

Example
MPAA

Press a/b to select “Parental CTRL”, and
then press ENTER.
• Secret number setting menu displays only
when “Secret No.” is set. (See page 77.)
• “V-Chip” and “Status” will not be selectable
from the menu if you do not first configure your
secret number. (See page 77.)

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

Press a/b to select “V-Chip”, and then press
ENTER.
MENU

[Setup ... Parental CTRL]

TV Guidelines

TV-Y

Can. English Ratings

TV-Y7

Can. French Ratings

TV-G

TV-PG

TV-14

TV-MA
NONE

When setting an individual content-based rating
item, do as follows:
1 Press d to access block content items from
the currently selected age-based rating item.
2 Press a/b to select an individual item, and
then press ENTER to unblock (“ ” is
removed). Repeat the same steps for other
items.
3 Press c or RETURN to register after all
individual content rating items are set.

Example

V-Chip
Secret No.

MPAA

Status

TV Guidelines

TV-Y

Can. English Ratings

TV-Y7

Can. French Ratings

TV-G

TV-PG

TV-14

TV-MA
NONE

Press a/b to select “MPAA”, and then press
ENTER.

Press a/b to adjust the item to your desired
position. “ ” indicates the item is blocked.
Press RETURN.
• The setting automatically enters “Block” for any
ratings below your selection.
• If Status is not set to “On” the configuration
settings will not work. (See page 77.)

Example
MPAA
TV Guidelines

Can. English Ratings

Can. French Ratings

PG-13
R
NC-17
X
NONE

• If Status is not set to “On” the configuration
settings will not work. (See page 77.)

Useful adjustment settings
Canadian Rating Systems
• The TV rating systems in Canada are based on the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) policy on violence in television programming.
• While violence is the most important content element to be rated, the structure developed takes into
consideration other program content like language, nudity, sexuality and mature themes.
• When setting the V-CHIP on the Canadian system you can choose either the Canadian English ratings or the
Canadian French ratings.

Canadian English ratings
Rating

Age

Description

Exempt: Includes news, sports, documentaries and other information programming; talk
shows, music videos, and variety programming.

Children: Intended for younger children under the age of 8 years. Pays careful attention to
themes that could threaten their sense of security and well-being.

C8e

Children over 8 years old: Contains no portrayal of violence as the preferred, acceptable,
or only way to resolve conflict; nor encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which
they may see on the screen.

General: Considered acceptable for all age groups. Appropriate viewing for the entire
family, contains very little violence, physical, verbal or emotional.

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

14e

Over 14 Years: Could contain themes where violence is one of the dominant elements of
the storyline, but it must be integral to the development of plot or character. Language
usage could be profane and nudity present within the context of the theme.

18e

Adults: Intended for viewers 18 years and older and might contain depictions of violence,
which while related to the development of plot, character or themes, are intended for adult
viewing. Could contain graphic language and portrayals of sex and nudity.

Canadian French ratings
Rating

Age

Description

Exempt programming.

General: All ages and children, contains minimal direct violence, but may be integrated
into the plot in a humorous or unrealistic manner.

8anse

General but inadvisable for young children: May be viewed by a wide public audience, but
could contain scenes disturbing to children under 8 who cannot distinguish between
imaginary and real situations. Recommended for viewing with parent.

13anse

Over 13 years: Could contain frequent violent scenes and therefore recommended for
viewing with parent.

16anse

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

18anse

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

Useful adjustment settings

Press a/b to adjust the item to your desired
position. “ ” indicates the item is blocked.
• The setting automatically enters “Block” for any
ratings below your selection.
• If Status is not set to “On” the configuration
settings will not work. (See page 77.)

Example

Canadian English ratings
MPAA

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

TV Guidelines

Can. English Ratings

C
C8+

Can. French Ratings

Press c/d to select “Setup”.

14+
18+
NONE

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

[Setup ... Parental CTRL]

Setup
Secret No.

Option
– – – –

Canadian French ratings

Repeat steps 1 to 5 in Canadian English
ratings.

Press a/b to select “Can. French Ratings”,
and then press ENTER.

Example
Press a/b to select “V-Chip”, and then press
ENTER.

MPAA
TV Guidelines

V-Chip

Can. English Ratings

Secret No.

Can. French Ratings

8ans+

Status

13ans+
16ans+
18ans+
NONE

Press a/b to select “Can. English Ratings”,
and then press ENTER.

Useful adjustment settings
How to temporarily release the V-CHIP
BLOCK
• The V-CHIP BLOCK is working and censors a
broadcast, “V-CHIP HAS BEEN ACTIVATED.”
displays.

Press ENTER while the V-CHIP is working
and then the secret number setting menu
displays.

Enter your 4-digit secret number with 0 – 9
and then press ENTER. At this time V-CHIP
BLOCK temporarily releases.

Reactivating the temporarily released
V-CHIP BLOCK
• You can reactivate the temporarily released V-CHIP
BLOCK as shown below.
Method 1:
Select “Status” setting from the Parental CTRL menu
to reactivate BLOCK. See page 77.
Method 2:
Select “V-Chip” setting (“MPAA”, “TV Guidelines”,
“Can. English Ratings” or “Can. French Ratings”)
from the Parental CTRL to reactivate BLOCK. See
pages 80 and 82.
Method 3:
Switch off the TV power.
NOTE
• Performing any of the three above will activate the V-CHIP
BLOCK.

Useful adjustment settings
Center Channel Input
You can use the display speakers as center speaker when using 5.1ch surrounding sound system.
Display speaker

* Connect to external audio equipment
which supports 5.1ch surround sound
system.
Refer to your external equipment
operation manual for details.

Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.

Press c/d to select “Option”, and then press
ENTER.

Press a/b to select “Center Channel Input”,
and then press ENTER.

Press c/d to select “On” , and then press
ENTER.

Off

NOTE
• Sound from Center Channel Input terminal is output from
the display speaker.

Other viewing options
Viewing a list of Digital broadcast
channels
You can view a list of all currently watchable digital
broadcast channels.

Push CH LIST while watching a digital
broadcast.

Viewing information of the program
You can view information about a digital broadcast you
are currently watching.

Press INFO while watching a digital
broadcast.

• A list of all digital channels (over-the-air or
cable) currently watchable will be displayed.

Air/Cable
CH LIST

Broadcast
station
CH.
Number

Broadcast station
Program

WGBH-SD
WGBH DTV Broadcast Signal

[DTV-Air]

Input Info.
WGBH-SD

2.1

PBS-HD

2.2

WGBH-DX

2.10

(Example) Channel List Screen for Over-theAir Broadcasts

• Information of the current program will be
displayed.

Press a/b to select the channel you want
to watch, and then press ENTER to display
the selected channel.

Program information

Video
Audio
C.C.
Rating

480i
Stereo
---

Optic. REC OK
i.Link REC OK

Sample program information
NOTE
• Sometimes the name of the program is not broadcast. In
that case, the program name will not be displayed.

Press c/d to scroll between pages of the
Channel List.

Other viewing options

Twin picture functions
Allows you to display two pictures on the screen at
one time.

Picture and still image
You can display two same-sized pictures – one moving
and one still.

Twin picture in all cases
You can display two same-sized pictures except when
inputting from INPUT 4 (HDMI) and INPUT 5 (DVI-I)
terminals and CARD.

Press TWIN PICTURE.
• Twin picture displays and a selected input
source image displays.

Press FREEZE.
• A moving image displays on the left screen and
a still image displays on the right screen. The
still image is one frame captured from a moving
image at the moment you press FREEZE.

FREEZE

Press SELECT to set either screen to be
active.
• “z” displays on the active screen, which has
sound output.

• Each time you press ENTER, the image on the
right screen updates.
• If a PC card with enough capacity is inserted
in the system, a message will appear on the
screen asking you whether to save the image.
Press REC on the remote control if you want to
save. (See page 44.)

Press TWIN PICTURE to exit twin picture.

NOTE
• This function does not work under the following input
conditions:
1INPUT 4 (HDMI)
2INPUT 5 (DVI-I)
3CARD
4Two pictures from the same source (e.g. INPUT 1 and
INPUT 1)
5An image will appear on the right side only if it is a 480i
signal.
*An SDTV image has a 480p signal, so it will not appear
either.
• When this function is not available, “No dual screen display
available” will display.
• Pressing ANALOG-A, B, DIGITAL while viewing in Twin
Picture mode (TV image and video image) with TV selected
will display the TV image of the other tuner.Picture and
still image

Update the still image by pressing ENTER.

Press FREEZE to exit still image.

NOTE
• This function does not work in INPUT 4 (HDMI), INPUT 5
(DVI-I) and CARD.
• When this function is not available, “No displaying still
image” will display.
• Another image can be saved if a PC card with enough
capacity is inserted in the system.
• The still image is automatically erased after 30 minutes.
• If you are using FREEZE and a broadcast activates the VCHIP BLOCK, FREEZE will cancel and a block message
will appear.

Other viewing options

Presetting remote control function
You can operate the connected AV products (AV
Receiver, Cable Box, SAT tuner, DTV, VCR, DVD, LD)
using the presetting manufacturer function for your
remote control unit.

Presetting manufacturer codes

Press FUNCTION until the LED for your
device lights up.

After the LED for your device lights up, if you
press FUNCTION for three seconds and
enter the code registration mode, the LED
will blink.

Press 0 – 9 to enter the manufacturer code.
(See page 88.)
• Preset mode is finished once the LED no longer
lights up.

After registering the code, the LED will stop
blinking then turn off after one second. (If
you perform an incorrect operation, the LED
will blink quickly then turn off.)

Other viewing options
Manufacturer codes
VCR BRAND
Akai
Audio
Broksonic
Canon
Capehart
Craig
Curtis Mathis
Daewoo
DBX
Dynatech
Emerson
Fisher
Funai
G.E.
Goldstar
Hitachi
Instant Replay
JC Penney
JVC
Kenwood
Lloyds
Magnavox
Magnin
Marantz
Memorex
Minolta
Mitsubishi
Montgomery Ward
Multitech
NEC
Panasonic
Pentax
Philco
Philips
RCA
Realistic
Samsung
Sanyo
Scott
Sears
Sharp
Shintom
Sony
Sound Design
Sylvania
Symphonic
Tatung
Teac
Teknika
Thomas
TMK
Toshiba
Video Concepts
Yamaha
Zenith

REMOTE CONTROL
CODE NUMBER
25, 26, 37
15, 22, 30
32
04
34
10, 31
04
34
15, 22, 30
29
21, 32, 35
09, 10, 11
28, 29
04
24
06, 47
04
04, 06, 24, 30
15, 41, 42, 53
14, 15
29
04, 05, 08
31
30
04, 10, 24, 29
06
17, 18, 39, 40
02, 43
29
15, 22, 30
44, 45
05, 06
05
05, 08
06, 07, 33, 51
01, 02, 10, 24
23, 31
10, 14, 52
20
06, 11, 24
01, 02, 03
36
12, 13, 38
29
05, 08
29
15
15, 29
27, 29
29
21
19, 20
30
15, 29, 30
16

DVD/LD BRAND
Denon
JVC
Kenwood
Magnavox
Marantz
Mitsubishi
Panasonic
Philips
Pioneer
Proscan
RCA
Samsung
Sharp
Sony
Toshiba
Yamaha
Zenith

CATV CONVERTER
BRAND
Anvision
Cable Star
Eagle
General Instrument
Jerrold
Magnavox
Oak Sigma
Panasonic
Philips
Pioneer
Randtek
RCA
Scientific Atlanta
Sony
Viewstar
Zenith

AUDIO BRAND
Sharp

REMOTE CONTROL
CODE NUMBER
02
09, 13
21
04
04
06
02, 22
04, 23
08, 11, 20
03
03, 24
07, 12
01, 10
05, 25
04
02
04

REMOTE CONTROL
CODE NUMBER
04, 05
04, 05
05
02, 03, 07, 12, 13, 14,
19, 22
02, 03, 07, 12, 13, 14,
19, 22, 31, 32, 33, 34,
35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40
04, 05, 09, 14, 17, 18,
20, 21, 24, 25
8
16, 23
04, 05, 09, 15, 17, 18,
20, 21, 24, 25
08, 10, 29, 30, 46
04, 05
16, 27, 44, 45
01, 26
28
04, 05, 09, 15, 17, 18,
20, 21, 24, 25
06, 14

REMOTE CONTROL
CODE NUMBER
01

Other viewing options
Cable control buttons
When the FUNCTION is set to CBL/SAT the cable
converter connected to the Display can operate using
1 to 4.

SOURCE POWER
Turns the cable converter power on and off.

0–9
Press a button (or buttons) that corresponds to the
channel that you wish to watch.

FLASHBACK *
Press to switch between the current channel and the
channel you were watching immediately before.

CH a/b
Press CH a or CH b to tune in a higher or lower
channel.

* Some manufacturers do not preset FLASHBACK.

NOTE
• CABLE and SAT cannot be selected at the same time.

SAT control buttons

SOURCE POWER
Turns the Satellite broadcast tuner power on and off.

0 – 9, • (DOT)
Press a button (or buttons) that corresponds to the
channel that you wish to watch.

ENTER, a/b/c/d
ENTER: Press to activate the selected function.
a/b/c/d: Press the button to select items on the SAT
GUIDE screen or SAT MENU screen.

NOTE
• CABLE and SAT cannot be selected at the same time.

Other viewing options
VCR control buttons

2
4
6

The remote control unit button will function as follows
when the FUNCTION of the remote control unit is set
to VCR.
• When the input selector button having the same
number as the input terminal connecting the VCR is
pressed, the VCR can operate using 1 to 8.

7
3
5

CH a/b
Press to select the channel of the TV tuner on the VCR.

SOURCE POWER
Turns the power of the VCR on and off.

F
Sets pauses and still pictures.

G
Rewinds the tape and allows picture search.

H
Stops the tape transport.

REC
Starts recording.

J
Rapidly advances the tape and allows picture search.

I
Starts playback.

Other viewing options
DVD control buttons

3 10

5
6
2
1

9
4

The remote control unit button will function as follows
when the FUNCTION of the remote control unit is set
to DVD.
• When the input selector button having the same
number as the input terminal connecting a DVD
player is pressed, these players can operate using
1 to 10.
1

U
Pressing quickly once takes you to the start of the next
chapter. Each time you press it, you move ahead to the
start of the next chapter.

T
Pressing quickly once takes you to the start of the
chapter currently playing. Each time you press it, you
move back to the start of the previous chapter.

SOURCE POWER
Turns the power of the DVD player on and off.

F
Sets pauses and still pictures.

G
Continue pressing to go backward.

H
Playback stops when pressing once.
With some DVD players, pressing the button twice may
open the disc tray.

MENU
When this button is pressed, the DVD menu will display.

ENTER, a/b/c/d
ENTER: Press to activate the selected function.
a/b/c/d: Press the button to select items on the DVD
MENU screen.

J
Continue pressing for fast forward.

10 I
Starts playback.

Appendix
Troubleshooting
Problem

Possible Solution

• No power

• Check if you pressed TV POWER on the remote control unit. (See page 20.)
If the indicator on the Display lights up red, press TV POWER on the remote
control unit.
• Is the AC cord disconnected? (See page 10.)
• Has the main power been turned on? (See page 20.)

• Unit cannot be operated.

• External influences such as lightning, static electricity, may cause improper
operation. In this case, operate the unit after first turning on the power of the
Display or unplugging the AC cord and replugging it in after 1 or 2 minutes.

• Remote control unit does not
operate.

•
•
•
•
•

• Picture is cut off/with sidebar
screen.

• Is the image position correct? (See page 62.)
• Are screen mode adjustments such as picture size made correctly? (See pages
68 and 69)

• When playing back video in card
mode, a part of the image is
missing or the image is out of
position.

• The video playback setting has been affected as a result of moving the image
position when playing back a still image in card mode.
It is recommended not to move the image position when playing back images
from a card.

• Strange color, light color, or color
misalignment

• Adjust the picture tone. (See pages 31 to 34.)
• Is the room too bright? The picture may look dark in a room that is too bright.
• Check the input signal setting. (See page 66.)

• Power is suddenly turned off.

• Is the sleep timer set? (See page 71.)
• Check the power control settings. (See page 36.)
• The unit’s internal temperature has increased.
Remove any objects blocking vent or clean the vent.

• No picture

•
•
•
•
•
•

• No sound

• Is the volume too low? (See page 23.)
• Is “Variable” selected in “Output Select”? (See page 71.)
• Is “On” selected in “Center Channel Input”? (See page 84.)

• The upgrade screen will continue
to be displayed indefinitely.
Alternatively, it may appear and
disappear repeatedly.

• Is the cable antenna connected? Remove the CableCARD, reconnect the Antenna
correctly, and then reinsert the CableCARD. If the problem is still not resolved,
contact your cable company.

Is the FUNCTION set correctly? Set it to the TV setting position.
Are batteries inserted with polarity (e, f) aligned? (See page 13.)
Are batteries worn out? (Replace with new batteries.)
Are you using it under strong or fluorescent lighting?
Is a fluorescent light illuminated near the remote control sensor?

Is connection to other components correct? (See pages 51 to 57.)
Is correct input signal source selected after connection? (See page 66.)
Is the correct input selected? (See page 66.)
Is a non-compatible signal being input? (See page 93.)
Is picture adjustment correct? (See pages 31 to 34.)
Is “On” selected in “Audio Only”? (See page 70.)

Cautions regarding use in high and low temperature environments
• When the unit is used in a low temperature space (e.g. room, office), the picture may leave trails or appear slightly
delayed. This is not a malfunction, and the unit will recover when the temperature returns to normal.
• Do not leave the unit in a hot or cold location. Also, do not leave the unit in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near
a heater, as this may cause the cabinet to deform and the Liquid Crystal panel to malfunction.
Storage temperature: –4°F to +140°F (–20°C to +60°C)

Appendix

PC compatibility chart
PC/MAC

Resolution

640 x 400
720 x 400
VGA
640 x 480
WVGA
SVGA

848 x 480

800 x 600

XGA

WXGA
MAC13"
MAC16"
MAC19"

SXGA
VGA
SVGA
XGA

1024 x 768
1280 x 720
1280 x 768
1280 x 1024
640 x 480
832 x 624
1024 x 768

Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency
31.5 kHz
37.9 kHz
31.5 kHz
37.9 kHz
31.5 kHz
37.9 kHz
37.5 kHz
43.3 kHz
31.5 kHz
35.1 kHz
37.9 kHz
48.1 kHz
46.9 kHz
53.7 kHz
48.4 kHz
56.5 kHz
60.0 kHz
68.7 kHz
45.0 kHz
48.1 kHz
64.0 kHz
34.9 kHz
49.7 kHz
60.2 kHz

60 Hz
85 Hz
60 Hz
85 Hz
60 Hz
72 Hz
75 Hz
85 Hz
60 Hz
56 Hz
60 Hz
72 Hz
75 Hz
85 Hz
60 Hz
70 Hz
75 Hz
85 Hz
60 Hz
60 Hz
60 Hz
67 Hz
75 Hz
75 Hz

VESA Standard
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O

Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks
of Apple Computer, Inc.
DDC is a registered trademark of Video Electronics
Standards Association.
Power Management is a registered trademark of
Sun Microsystems, Inc.
VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of
International Business Machines Co., Inc.

Appendix

RS-232C port specifications
PC Control of the System
• When a program is set, the Display can be controlled from the PC using the RS-232C terminal.
The input signal (PC/AV) can be selected, the volume can be adjusted and various other adjustments and
settings can be made, enabling automatic programmed playing.
• Attach an RS-232C cable cross-type (commercially available) to the supplied Din/D-Sub RS-232C for the
connections.
NOTE
• This operation system should be used by a person who is accustomed to using computers.

Communication conditions
Set the RS-232C communications settings on the PC to match the display’s communications conditions.
The Display’s communications settings are as follows:
Baud rate:
Data length:
Parity bit:
Stop bit:
Flow control:

9,600 bps
8 bits
None
1 bit
None

Communication procedure
Send the control commands from the PC via the RS-232C connector.
The display operates according to the received command and sends a response message to the PC.
Do not send multiple commands at the same time. Wait until the PC receives the OK response before sending
the next command.
Command format
Eight ASCII codes e CR

C1 C2 C3 C4 P1 P2 P3
Command 4-digits

Parameter 4-digits

Command 4-digits:Command. The text of four characters.
Parameter 4-digits:Parameter 0 – 9, x, blank, ?
Return code

Parameter
Input the parameter values, aligning left, and fill with blank(s) for the remainder. (Be sure that 4 values are input for the
parameter.)
When the input parameter is not within an adjustable range, “ERR” returns. (Refer to “Response code format”.)
Any numerical value can replace the “x” on the table.

0
0

⫺

When “?” is input for some commands, the present setting value responds.

?
?

Appendix
Response code format
Normal response

K
Return code (0DH)

Problem response (communication error or incorrect command)

R
Return code (0DH)

Command table
• Commands not indicated here are not guaranteed to operate.
CONTROL ITEM
POWER SETTING
INPUT SELECTION A
TOGGLE
TV
INPUT1-5
i.LINK
CARD
INPUT 1
INPUT SELECTION B

COMMAND PARAMETER
P O W R 0 _ _ _
I T G D x _ _ _ (Toggle)
I T V D 0 _ _ _
I A V D * _ _ _ Input terminal number (1–5)
L I N K x _ _ _
I C R D x _ _ _
I N P 1 0 _ _ _ AUTO
1 _ _ _ VIDEO
2 _ _ _ COMPONENT
INPUT 2
I N P 2 0 _ _ _ AUTO
1 _ _ _ VIDEO
2 _ _ _ COMPONENT
INPUT 5
I N P 5 5 _ _ _ DIGITAL PC
6 _ _ _ ANALOG PC
7 _ _ _ DIGITAL AV
8 _ _ _ ANALOG AV
AV MODE SELECTION
A V M D 0 _ _ _ (Toggle)
1 _ _ _ STANDARD
2 _ _ _ MOVIE
3 _ _ _ GAME
4 _ _ _ USER
5 _ _ _ DYNAMIC (Fixed)
6 _ _ _ DYNAMIC
VOLUME
V O L M * * _ _ Volume (0–60)
H-POSITION H P O S * * * _ AV mode. (Ⳳ10)
* * * _ INPUT5: AV mode. (Ⳳ90)
POSITION
* * * _ PC mode. (0–180)
V-POSITION V P O S * * * _ AV mode. (Ⳳ20)
* * * _ INPUT5: AV mode. (Ⳳ50)
* * * _ PC mode. (0–100)
CLOCK
C L C K * * * _ Only PC mode. (0–180)
PHASE
P H S E * * * _ Only PC mode. (0–40)
VIEWMODE
W I D E 0 _ _ _ (Toggle) [AV]
1 _ _ _ Side Bar [AV]
2 _ _ _ S.Stretch [AV]
3 _ _ _ Zoom [AV]
4 _ _ _ Stretch [AV]
5 _ _ _ Normal [PC]
6 _ _ _ Zoom [PC]
7 _ _ _ Stretch [PC]
8 _ _ _ Dot by Dot [PC]
MUTE
M U T E 0 _ _ _ (Toggle)
1 _ _ _ On
2 _ _ _ Off
Dolby Virtual
A C D V 0 _ _ _ (Toggle)
1 _ _ _ On
2 _ _ _ Off
AUDIO SELECTION
A C H A x _ _ _ (Toggle)
SLEEP TIMER
O F T M 0 _ _ _ OFF
1 _ _ _ OFF TIMER – 30 MIN.
2 _ _ _ OFF TIMER – 60 MIN.
3 _ _ _ OFF TIMER – 90 MIN.
4 _ _ _ OFF TIMER – 120 MIN.
CHANNEL
DIRECT
D C C H * * * _ The channel number of TV
CHANNEL
(1–125)
(ANALOG)
DIRECT
D A 2 0 * * * * DA2P
CHANNEL
D C 2 0 * * * _ DA2U
(DIGITAL)

ANTENA SELECT

D
D
D
C
C
A

C 2 1
C 1 0
C 1 1
H U P
H D W
N T S

CH UP
CH DOWN

*
*
*
x
x
0
1
2
3
x

*
*
*
_
_
_
_
_
_
_

CONTROL CONTENTS
It shifts to standby.
It input-switches by the toggle. (It is the same as an input change key)
It input-switches to TV. (A channel remains as it is. (Last memory))
It input-switches to INPUT1~INPUT5.
It input-switches to i.LINK.
It shifts to CARD mode.
An input change is also included.

Although it can choose now, it is toggle operation in inside.

An input change is included if it is not TV display.
In Air, 2–69ch is effective.
In Cable, 1–125ch is effective.
DIGITAL Air (Two-Part numbers, 2-digit plus 2-digit)
Front half of DIGITAL CABLE CHANNEL NO. (Designate major channel)
DIGITAL Cable (Two-Part numbers, 3-digit plus 3-digit)
Rear half of DIGITAL CABLE CHANNEL NO. (Designate minor channel)
_ DA2L
DIGITAL Cable (Two-Part numbers, 3-digit plus 3-digit)
*
DIGITAL Cable (One-Part numbers, 5-digit, less than 10,000)
*
DIGITAL Cable (One-Part numbers, 5-digit, more than 10,000)
_ The channel number of TV Ⳮ1 If it is not TV display, it will input-switch to TV. same function as CH+
_ The channel number of TV ⳮ1 If it is not TV display, it will input-switch to TV. same function as CH_ (Toggle)
ANALOG-A s ANALOG-B s DIGITAL
_ ANALOG-A
_ ANALOG-B
_ DIGITAL
Toggle operation of a closed caption.
_ (Toggle)

NOTE
• If an underbar (_) appears in the parameter column, enter a space.
• If an asterisk (*) appears, enter a value in the range indicated in brackets under CONTROL CONTENTS.
• As long as that from which the parameter (g) in the table is a numerical value, it may write anything.
95

Appendix

Specifications
Item
LCD panel
Number of dots
TV-standard (CCIR)
TV
Function
Receiving VHF/UHF
Channel
CATV
Digital Terrestrial
Broadcast (8VSB)
Digital cable
(64/256 QAM)
Audio multiplex
Brightness
Backlight
Viewing angles
Audio amplifier
Speakers
Terminals Rear

Model: LC-37GD4U
Model: LC-32GD4U
32o Advanced Super
37o Advanced Super
View & BLACK TFT LCD View & BLACK TFT LCD
3,147,264 dots (1366 m 768 m 3 dots)
American TV Standard ATSC/NTSC System
VHF 2-13ch, UHF 14-69ch

Model: LC-26GD4U
26o Advanced Super
View & BLACK TFT LCD

1-125ch
2-69ch
1-135ch
BTSC System
450 cd/m2
60,000 hours (at Backlight Standard position)
H : 170° V : 170°
10W m 2
Ø 8cm 2pcs, Ø 2.5cm 2pcs

AV in, COMPONENT in
AV in, COMPONENT in
S-VIDEO in, AV in
INPUT 3
HDMI in (Type-A) with HDCP
INPUT 4
INPUT 5
Audio in, DVI-I in with HDCP
ANALOG ANTENNA
75 q Unbalance, F Type for VHF/UHF/CATV in m 2, out m 1
DIGITAL ANTENNA
75 q –for Digital Air/Cable in m 1
MONITOR OUTPUT S-VIDEO out, AV out
4 q 10W (L/R)
EXTERNAL SPEAKER
INPUT 1
INPUT 2

CENTER CHANNEL INPUT

RCA pin

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT
i.LINK
PC CARD slot
Cable CARD slot
DC OUTPUT
Front Headphones
OSD language

Optical Digital audio output m 1 (PCM/Dolby Digital)
IEEE1394 m 2 with DTCP
68 pin PCMCIA m 1
68 pin PCMCIA m 1
DC 9 V 7 W MAX
Ø 3.5mm jack
English/French/Spanish

Power Requirement
Power Consumption

AC 120 V, 60 Hz
224 W (0.2 W Standby
182 W (0.2 W Standby
150 W (0.2 W Standby
with AC 120 V)
with AC 120 V)
with AC 120 V)
40.8 lbs./18.5 kg (Display only),
51.6 lbs./23.4 kg (with Display and speaker),
60.8 lbs./27.6 kg (with Display, speaker and standby)
36.4 lbs./16.5 kg (Display only),
46.1 lbs./20.9 kg (with Display and speaker),
55.3 lbs./25.1 kg (with Display, speaker and standby)
XX.X lbs./XX.X kg (Display only),
XX.X lbs./XX.X kg (with Display and speaker),
XX.X lbs./XX.X kg (with Display, speaker and standby)
Operation manual (m1), Remote control unit (m1), AC cord (m1), “AAA” size
battery (m2), Cable clamp (m1), RF cable (m1), Speaker unit (m1), Bracket
unit (m1) (only for LC-37GD4U/LC-32GD4U)

Weight

LC-37GD4U

LC-32GD4U

LC-26GD4U

Accessories

• As part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement
without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some
deviations from these values in individual units.

Optional accessory

The listed optional accessory is available for the Liquid Crystal
Television. Please purchase it at your nearest shop.
• Additional optional accessories may be available in the near
future. When purchasing, please read the newest catalogue for
compatibility and check the availability.

No.

Part name

Part number

Wall mount bracket

AN-37AG2

for LC-37GD4U/LC-32GD4U

Dimensional drawings
LC-37GD4U

102

Unit: inch/(mm)

Display

671

1102
917

115

361

463.8

634

548

822.6

307

361

200

95.9

200

Dimensional drawings
LC-32GD4U

102

Unit: inch/(mm)

Display

671

980
795

115

327

395.1

565

480

700.4

307

327

200

61.5

200

Dimensional drawings
LC-26GD4U

Unit: inch/(mm)

Display

517

848

568

206

321

493

407

201

663

278

100

151

100

HOW TO SET THE FACTORY PRESETS
Turn off the Display by pressing POWER.
Press and hold down RESET and press POWER on the Display to turn on the TV.
All setting items (except TV channel) return to the factory presetting.
NOTE
• Running the factory presetting operation also clears the secret number.

You can run the EZ Setup again by using the following steps.

1
2
3
4
5

Turn on the power of the Display.
Press MENU. (Make sure the menu screen displays.)
Press c/d to select “Setup”.
Press a/b to select “EZ Setup”.
Press ENTER.
NOTE

• If the secret number setting screen displays, you need to enter your secret number.
• If you forget your secret number, refer to HOW TO SET THE FACTORY PRESETS above.

The secret number is

NOTE
• As a precautionary measure, make a note of your secret number above, scissor it from this manual, and keep it in a
familiar place.

100

Calling for Service
For location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service, or to obtain product literature, accessories, supplies, or
customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP.

LIMITED WARRANTY
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the
“Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it
will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured
equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.
This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excluded item(s) set forth below
nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced, which has been subjected to improper voltage or
other misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which has been altered or modified in design or construction.
In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below and provide
proof of purchase to the servicer.
The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers by law.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR USE ARE
LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW. Some states do not allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than those
described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described herein on behalf of Sharp.
The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and
exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the period of time described
herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the
Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise.
In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused
by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any
way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage. Some states do not allow the exclusion
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
Model Specific Section
Your Product Model Number & Description:

LC-37GD4U • LC-32GD4U • LC-26GD4U LCD Color Television
(Be sure to have this information available when you need
service for your Product.)

Warranty Period for this Product:

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

Additional Item(s) Excluded from
Warranty Coverage (if any):

Non-rechargeable batteries.
From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States.
To find the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer,
call Sharp toll free at 1-800-BE-SHARP.

Where to Obtain Service:

What to do to Obtain Service: LC37GD4U/LC-32GD4U Contact your Sharp Authorized Servicer to obtain in-home
service for this Product. The Servicer will come to your home
and if it is necessary to remove the Product, the Servicer will
reinstall it. Be sure to have Proof of Purchase available.
LC-26GD4U

Ship prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized
Servicer. Be sure to have Proof of Purchase available. If you
ship the Product, be sure it is insured and packaged securely.

TO OBTAIN PRODUCT INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-BE-SHARP OR VISIT www.sharpusa.com

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135

SHARP CORPORATION
101

VALID IN CANADA ONLY

LIMITED WARRANTY

Consumer Electronics Products
Congratulations on your purchase!
Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. (hereinafter called “Sharp”) gives the following express warranty to the first consumer purchaser for this
Sharp brand product, when shipped in its original container and sold or distributed in Canada by Sharp or by an Authorized Sharp Dealer:
Sharp warrants that this product is free, under normal use and maintenance, from any defects in material and workmanship. If any such
defects should be found in this product within the applicable warranty period, Sharp shall, at its option, repair or replace the product as
specified herein.
This warranty shall not apply to:
(a) Any defects caused or repairs required as a result of abusive operation, negligence, accident, improper installation or inappropriate
use as outlined in the owner’s manual.
(b) Any Sharp product tampered with, modified, adjusted or repaired by any party other than Sharp, Sharp’s Authorized Service Centres
or Sharp’s Authorized Servicing Dealers.
(c) Damage caused or repairs required as a result of the use with items not specified or approved by Sharp, including but not limited to
head cleaning tapes and chemical cleaning agents.
(d) Any replacement of accessories, glassware, consumable or peripheral items required through normal use of the product including but
not limited to earphones, remote controls, AC adapters, batteries, temperature probe, stylus, trays, filters, belts, ribbons, cables and
paper.
(e) Any cosmetic damage to the surface or exterior that has been defaced or caused by normal wear and tear.
(f) Any damage caused by external or environmental conditions, including but not limited to transmission line/power line voltage or liquid
spillage.
(g) Any product received without appropriate model, serial number and CSA/cUL markings.
(h) Any products used for rental or commercial purposes.
(i) Any installation, setup and/or programming charges.
Should this Sharp product fail to operate during the warranty period, warranty service may be obtained upon delivery of the Sharp product
together with proof of purchase and a copy of this LIMITED WARRANTY statement to an Authorized Sharp Service Centre or an
Authorized Sharp Servicing Dealer. In home warranty service may be provided at Sharp’s discretion on any Sharp television with the
screen size of 27” or larger and on any Sharp Over-the-Range Microwave Oven.
This warranty constitutes the entire express warranty granted by Sharp and no other dealer, service centre or their agent or employee is
authorized to extend, enlarge or transfer this warranty on behalf of Sharp. To the extent the law permits, Sharp disclaims any and all
liability for direct or indirect damages or losses or for any incidental, special or consequential damages or loss of profits resulting from a
defect in material or workmanship relating to the product, including damages for the loss of time or use of this Sharp product or the loss
of information. The purchaser will be responsible for any removal, reinstallation, transportation and insurance costs incurred. Correction of
defects, in the manner and period of time described herein, constitute complete fulfillment of all obligations and responsibilities of Sharp
to the purchaser with respect to the product and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict
liability or otherwise.

WARRANTY PERIODS:
Audio Products
Camcorder
DVD Products
Projector
LCD & Plasma Display TV
Microwave Oven
Television Products
VCR Products
Vacuum Cleaner

Parts & Labour (exceptions noted)
1 year
1 year
1 year
1 year (lamp 90 days)
1 year
1 year (magnetron component-4 additional years)
1 year (picture tube component-1 additional year)
1 year
1 year

To obtain the name and address of the nearest Authorized Sharp Service Centre or Dealer, please contact:
SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA LTD. 335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1W9

For more information on this Warranty, Sharp Extended Warranty
Offers, Sharp Canada Products, Accessory Sales, Dealer or Service
Locations, please call (905) 568-7140
Visit our Web site: www.sharp.ca

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