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Printed on post-consumer recycled paper. Imprimé sur du papier recyclé. LC-10A3U LCD COLOR TELEVISION TÉLÉVISION COULEUR À ÉCRAN À CRISTAUX LIQUIDES (LCD) OPERATION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI IMPRESO EN JAPÓN IMPRESSO NO JAPÃO TINS-7386CEN1...
LCD COLOR TELEVISION 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. IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 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: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. “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.”...
CONTENTS DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER ... 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 5,6 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ... 7 PREPARATION ...8-10 Preparing and Using the Remote Control ... 8 Batteries for Remote Control ... 8 Power Connection ... 9 Antenna Connection ... 9,10 FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS ... 11 REMOTE CONTROL ...
DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp LCD Color TV product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Safety Precau- tions carefully before using this product. IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) 17. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to high voltage and other dangerous conditions. Request a qualified service person to perform servicing. 18. Repair—If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and request a qualified service person to perform repairs.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product. Operation Manual (×1) LC-10A3U LCD COLOR TELEVISION TÉLÉVISION COULEUR À ÉCRAN À CRISTAUX LIQUIDES (LCD) OPERATION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI PRINTED IN JAPAN PRINTED IN JAPAN IMPRIM AU JAPON IMPRIMÉ...
LCD TV set, or operate the remote control closer to the remote sensor window. Batteries for Remote Control If the remote control fails to operate LCD color TV functions, replace the batteries in the remote control. Open the battery cover.
Cable TV converter/ descrambler (not supplied) Note: ■ Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch or combiner that might be required. PREPARATION (Continued) Connect to the DC input terminal of the product. To DC input terminal (DC 12V) channel keys.
A: Using a VHF/UHF combination outdoor antenna. B: Using separate VHF and/or UHF outdoor antenna. • Connect an outdoor antenna cable lead-in to the COAXIAL CABLE CONNECTOR on the rear of the TV set. A. Combination VHF/UHF Antennas VHF/UHF ANTENNA...
DISPLAY MUTE ■ (MUTE), DISPLAY, MENU, VOLUME UP(+)/DOWN(–), CHANNEL UP(▲)/DOWN(▼), and TV/VIDEO buttons provide the same functions as the buttons on the remote control. (The MENU button has a slightly different function from the remote control button.) Remote sensor window...
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FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS (Continued) Main unit (rear view) Adjust the set stand to an angle so that the screen is easily visible. The set stand can be opened up to 80 . Rear terminal section AV input 1 terminal S-Video input Video input...
CHANNEL SELECT BASIC OPERATION This product is factory set to comply with the TV broadcasting system in the United States. For Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay, set the color system according to the country before using this product by following the table below.
Notes: Turn on the power of the con- nected video equipment. Press the TV/VIDEO and select the applicable input source. The screen displays AV1, AV2 or TV mode at the upper right corner each time TV/VIDEO is pressed. Notes: ■...
POWER POWER MENU Press the POWER on the remote control. TV/VIDEO The Power indicator will turn red. To turn the LCD TV back on FLASHBACK DISPLAY Press the POWER again. The Power indicator will turn green. MUTE LCDTV BASIC OPERATION (Continued)
Changing channels using the CHANNEL SELECT on the remote control • To handle the increasing number of channels available, this LCD TV set allows you to select up to 125 positions (Channels 1 to 125). One-digit, two-digit and three-digit methods of selection can be used.
Selecting a Menu Item • This LCD TV set allows you to adjust the picture and sound, and set the channels and other features using the On Screen Display. Select the desired menu item by following the steps below and then refer to the indicated page for details.
EZ SETUP DURING FIRST POWER ON ■ When you turn on the LCD TV for the first time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels. Please perform the following instructions before you press the power button. (1) Insert the batteries into the remote control. (See page 8) (2) Connect the antenna cable to the TV set.
ADJUSTMENT Adjusting the LANGUAGE Settings The language for the ON SCREEN DISPLAY can be ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH. Setting the ON SCREEN DISPLAY Language. POWER MENU MENU TV/VIDEO CH (])/ FLASHBACK DISPLAY MUTE Adjusting the SLEEP TIMER Settings MENU POWER...
ADJUSTMENT (Continued) Adjusting the VIDEO ADJUST Settings POWER MENU MENU TV/VIDEO CH (])/ FLASHBACK DISPLAY MUTE LCDTV Press the MENU to display the MENU screen. Press the CH (])/([) to move the cursor to VIDEO ADJUST. Press the VOL (+)/(–) to display the VIDEO ADJUST Menu screen.
When the picture or sound is not stable, switching to an appropriate system may improve the picture or sound quality. ADJUSTMENT (Continued) Press the VOL (+). Increase contrast Toward green Higher color intensity More bright Sharp picture Press the VOL (+). Increase contrast Toward green Higher color intensity More bright Hard picture More blue level...
Suitable for viewing in well-lit areas. Saves energy. → [DARK] Brightness 20% Sufficiently bright when viewing in dim areas. [ON] The power of the LCD TV set is turned off when there is no signal for 5 minutes. [OFF] This feature is inactivated. →...
SETUP ■ EZ SETUP By operating the channel presetting functions, you can preset your LCD TV to the desired channels for viewing. POWER MENU MENU TV/VIDEO CH (])/ FLASHBACK DISPLAY MUTE ADJUSTMENT (Continued) Press MENU to display the MENU screen.
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CH (])/ FLASHBACK DISPLAY MUTE LCDTV Note: ■ Receivable channels of your TV set are: AIR channels: VHF: 2 through 13. UHF: 14 through 69. Press MENU to display the MENU screen. Press CH (])/([) to move the “>” mark to “SETUP”.
SETUP (Continued) ■ Saving broadcast TV channels into memory. START STOP ■ Adding weak or additional channels or erasing unwanted channels from TV memory. VOL (+)/ (–) POWER MENU MENU TV/VIDEO CH (])/ FLASHBACK DISPLAY CHANNEL SELECT MUTE Note: ■...
To continue watching TV under these conditions, switch the BLUE SCREEN “OFF”. While AV input mode is selected, the BLUE SCREEN will not be shown on your TV even if the BLUE SCREEN is ■...
■ This product is not designed to resist water. Make sure to install the unit in a place not exposed to water or oily soot. ▼ Screen display Headphone LCD TV Supplied AC adapter Supplied AC cord CAUTION: The thickness and the...
CONNECTING WITH EXTERNAL DEVICES It is possible to enjoy video and sound by connecting VCR's and home video game systems to the terminals located on the rear of the main unit. When connecting an external device, turn off the power of the main unit and connecting device to prevent any possible damage.
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CONNECTING WITH EXTERNAL DEVICES (Continued) Connecting a VCR or home video game system (AV-IN 1/2) To S-Video input terminal S-Video cord (commercially available product) To S-Video output terminal Video Audio Notes: ■ When connecting both Video input and S-Video terminals for AV-IN 1, priority is given to the S-Video input. ■...
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CONNECTING WITH EXTERNAL DEVICES (Continued) Outputting video and audio (video output) It is possible to output video and audio from the set through the AV output terminal (AV-OUT). AV-IN 1 AUDIO AV-IN 2 AUDIO AV-OUT Note: ■ When using S-Video input for AV-IN 1, no video output will be made to the AV output terminal, but audio output will be made for connection to external audio systems.
• Reception other than those of broadcasting stations can be considered. • Make sure the input mode is set to TV. • Make sure the main power switch of the main unit is • Make sure the BLACK LEVEL is properly adjusted.
TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) Antenna Problem The picture is not sharp. The picture moves. The picture is doubled or tripled. The picture is spotted. There are stripes on the screen or colors fade. ■ Use in hot and cold rooms (locations) • When the unit is used in a low temperature rooms (location), the picture may leave trails or appear slightly delayed.
SPECIFICATIONS ITEMS LCD panel Number of pixels Video color systems Destination TV Standard (CCIR) TV Tuning System FUNCTION STEREO EZ SETUP CATV 4-LINE COMB FILTER Brightness Lamp life Viewing angles Audio amplifier Speakers Terminals OSD LANGUAGE Power supply Weight Accessories ■...
Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or other- wise. 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.
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(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.