Sharp 27SF560 Operation Manual

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This operation manual includes basic operating instructions in Spanish and French. SPANISH is on page 53–58. FRENCH is on page 59–64. COLOR TELEVISION 27SF560 H OPERATION MANUAL H PAGE • Closed Caption ... 19–20 • Parent Control ... 21–31 V-CHIP Operation ... 21–28 VIEW TIMER ...
Page 2: Important Information/Important Safeguards
Welcome to the SHARP Family. We are pleased that you are now the owner of a SHARP Color Television – built for outstanding quality, reliability and performance. Every SHARP Color Television set is tuned and adjusted for proper color and sound, and has passed through the most stringent quality control tests at the factory.
Page 3: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAUTION: • Do not place the AC power cord under the TV set or other heavy items. • To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or naked flames on the top or near the TV set. •...
Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 13. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television equipment. 14. If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements...
Page 5: Trademarks
Trademarks Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Supplied Accessories Infrared Remote Control RRMCGA447WJSA Before Operating Your Television Location • For normal operation, your TV should be located in an area of the room where cool adequate ventilation is provided.
Page 6: Antenna Connections
Antenna Connections Antennas • The antenna requirements for good color television reception are more important than those for black & white television reception. For this reason, a good quality outdoor antenna is strongly recommended. The following is a brief explanation of the type of connections that are provided with the various antenna systems: 1.
Page 7 “B” position on the RF switch (not supplied) : You can view the scrambled channels via the converter/ RF switch (not supplied) Note: • Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch or combiner that might be required. F-type connector should be finger-tightened only.
Page 8: Quick Reference Control Operation
Quick Reference Control Operation • Part Names Front Panel POWER Press → On. Press again → Off. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR MENU Press → Accesses MAIN MENU. Press again → Exits MAIN MENU. To open the door Using the projection located under the “PULL-OPEN” indication, pull and lift the door open.
Page 9 Quick Reference Control Operation (Continued) Basic Remote Control Functions POWER Press → On. Press again → Off. REMOTE KEYPAD (0 – 9) Sets the channel. FLASHBACK Returns to previous channel. • (DOT) Sets the channel. PERSONAL PREFERENCE With the Personal Preference buttons, you can program your favorite programs by using the 4 categories A, B, C and D.
Page 10: Ez Setup During First Use
EZ SETUP during First Use • When you turn on the TV for the first time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels. Please perform the following instructions before pressing the POWER button. (1) Insert the batteries into the remote control. (See page 5) (2) Connect the antenna cable to the TV set.
Page 11: Signal Strength
EZ SETUP during First Use (Continued) Once EZ SETUP is complete, the lowest channel number memorized will be displayed. (e.g. Channel 2) Note: • If EZ SETUP does not memorize all the channels in your region, please refer to pages 34–36 for more information on manually memorizing the channels using CHANNEL SETTING.
Page 12: Accessing The Main Menu Screen Without Remote Control
MAIN MENU screen by pressing MENU on the TV set. • Some features of your TV set are not accessible without the Remote Control. If you lost your Remote Control, contact a Sharp Service Center for a replacement.
Page 13: Changing Viewing Channel
Changing Viewing Channel • Please note: your new Television is capable of receiving the full range of AIR-TV channels available today, from the most advanced digital channels, to the more traditional analog channels. As the transition toward full digital TV continues, some AIR-TV systems in the USA will have a mixture of analog and digital channels in their lineups.
Page 14: Language
Language • The language for the ON SCREEN DISPLAY can be set to ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH. Press MENU to access the MAIN MENU screen. Press CH a/s to move the “E” mark to “SET UP”. Press VOL k/l to access the SET UP screen, then press CH a/s to move the “E”...
Page 15: Video Adjust
TINT To make skin tones greenish COLOR To increase color intensity BRIGHT To increase brightness SHARP To increase sharpness COLOR TEMP. To choose a LOW, ML, MH or HIGH color tone. RESET To return all adjustments to factory preset levels.
Page 16: Audio Select
Audio Select H MTS (Multichannel TV Sound) (For Analog Channel only) This function allows reception of stereo or bilingual TV sound. • You can enjoy Hi-Fi stereo sound or SAP broadcasts where available. Stereo broadcasts Live television broadcasts of sports, shows, concerts, etc. can be received in dynamic stereo sound.
Page 17: Audio Adjust
Audio Select (Continued) H AUDIO ADJUST When the “E” mark is at “AUDIO ADJUST”, press VOL k/l to access the AUDIO ADJUST screen. To access the desired item, press CH a/s. To adjust the audio setting, press VOL k/l. TREBLE BASS Selected item VOL k button...
Page 18: Digital Audio
Digital Audio • This feature allows you to select the Primary and Secondary language and as well the type of audio transmitted in a digital broadcast. If the viewing channel is an analog channel, Digital Audio cannot be selected. Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen. Press CH a/s to move the “E”...
Page 19: Closed Caption
Closed Caption • How to set CLOSED CAPTION • Your TV is equipped with an internal Closed Caption decoder. “Closed Caption” is a system which allows conversations, narration, and sound effects in TV programs and home videos to appear as captions on the TV screen (see the illustration).
Page 20 Closed Caption (Continued) During viewing digital channel Repeat steps 1 to 2 of During viewing analog channel. Press VOL k/l to access the CLOSED CAPTION screen. Press CH a/s to select “CLOSED CAPTION PREFERENCES” or “CLOSED CAPTION SERVICE” and then press VOL k/l to enter to the selected mode screen. —...
Page 21: V-Chip Operation
Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) H V-CHIP • This function allows you to restrict TV programs and also allows you to control TV usage based on FCC data. This function is to prevent your children from watching violence or sexual scenes that may be harmful.
Page 22 Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) • TV PARENTAL GUIDELINES (Example) Example 1.1 : Age Based setting Clear s (block) from each “AGE” box for all ratings. This will automatically unblock everything. Example 1.2 : Age Based setting For “TV-G” put a in the “AGE”...
Page 23 Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) [3] 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.
Page 24: Parent Control
Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) • How to set V-CHIP [1] MPAA RATING Press MENU to access the MAIN MENU screen. Press CH a/s to move the “E” mark to “PARENT CONTROL”. Press VOL k/l to access the PARENT CONTROL screen. Press VOL k/l to access the V-CHIP select screen.
Page 25 Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) Press MENU, then “INPUT SECRET No.” will be displayed. Note: • If SECRET No. is already set, skip to step 9. Enter a 4-digit SECRET No. using the REMOTE KEYPAD. When done, press MENU to exit. Note: •...
Page 26 Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) • How to set Canadian Rating System Setting for Canadian English ratings and Canadian French ratings. Repeat steps 1 to 4 of [1] MPAA RATING. Press CH a/s to move the “E” mark to “Cdn. English Ratings”, then press VOL k/l.
Page 27 Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) • Activating the V-CHIP BLOCK Repeat steps 1 to 4 of [1] MPAA RATING. Press CH a/s to move the “E” mark to “STATUS”. Press VOL k/ l to activate the V-CHIP BLOCK. (If STATUS is OFF, V-CHIP BLOCK will not operate.) Press MENU, then “INPUT SECRET No.”...
Page 28 Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation) (Continued) • To change the V-CHIP BLOCK after registering a secret No. Repeat steps 1 to 4 of [1] MPAA RATING, then “INPUT SECRET No.” will be displayed. Enter the 4-digit secret No. using the REMOTE KEYPAD and the V-CHIP select screen will be displayed.
Page 29: View Timer
Parent Control (VIEW TIMER) H VIEW TIMER This function allows you to restrict TV viewing time and also allows you to control TV usage. This function is to prevent your children from watching too much TV. VIEWING TIME (an accumulative timer: counts only the time duration while the TV power is on.) •...
Page 30 Parent Control (VIEW TIMER) (Continued) Enter a 4-digit secret No. using the REMOTE KEYPAD. Press MENU to exit. Example: • To restrict anybody from watching TV for more than 5 hours, after watching the TV for 2 hours, your settings would look like the one on the right.
Page 31 Parent Control (VIEW TIMER) (Continued) • To cancel the VIEW TIMER setting or change the secret No. (If you forget the SECRET No.) Repeat steps 1 to 4 of How to set VIEW TIMER. Press VOL k/l, and “INPUT SECRET No.” will be displayed. Press and hold both VOL k and CH a on the TV set simultaneously until the VIEW TIMER access screen is displayed.
Page 32: Energy Save
Energy Save H SCREEN This feature lets you lower the power consumption of your TV set which in turn saves you money and minimizes the impact on the environment. When this feature is turned on, it reduces the brightness of the TV to a level that consumes approximately 20 percent less energy than when the feature is turned off.
Page 33: Set Up
Set Up H EZ Setup By operating the channel preset functions, you can preset your TV to the desired channels for viewing. Press MENU to access the MAIN MENU screen. Press CH a/s to move the “E” mark to “SET UP”. Press VOL k/l to access the SET UP screen, then press CH a/s to move the “E”...
Page 34: Ez Setup
Set Up (Continued) Once EZ SETUP is complete, the lowest channel number memorized will be displayed. H Channel Setting If EZ SETUP does not memorize all the channels in your region, follow the instructions below to manually memorize the channel. Press MENU to access the MAIN MENU screen.
Page 35 Set Up (Continued) H ANALOG CH SEARCH Saving ANALOG broadcast TV channels into memory Repeat step 1 to step 5 of Channel Setting. (See page 34) Press CH a/s to move the “E” mark to “ANALOG CH SEARCH”. Press VOL k/l to access the ANALOG CH SEARCH screen.
Page 36 Set Up (Continued) H CH MEMORY Adding weak or additional channels or erasing unwanted channels from TV memory Repeat step 1 to step 5 of Channel Setting. (See page 34) Press CH a/s to move the “E” mark to “CH MEMORY”.
Page 37: Blue Screen
Set Up (Continued) H BLUE SCREEN Automatically turns the screen blue if a broadcast signal is not received. After 15 minutes of non-reception, the TV will turn off automatically. Press MENU to access the MAIN MENU screen. Press CH a/s to move the “E” mark to “SET UP”. Press VOL k/l to access the SET UP screen.
Page 38: Personal Preference
Set Up (Continued) H Personal Preference By setting PERSONAL PREFERENCE channels in advance, you can select your favorite channels easily. Press MENU to access the MAIN MENU screen. Press CH a/s to move the “E” mark to “SET UP”. Press VOL k/l to access the SET UP screen, then press CH a/s to move the “E”...
Page 39: Universal Plus Function
Set Up (Continued) Repeat steps 5 and 6 to register the next CHANNEL Number or INPUT mode. Press MENU to exit. To select the PERSONAL PREFERENCE channel. If the channels are memorized as shown on the right, press the Remote’s “A” button to select the channels below. 22.5 Note: •...
Page 40: Auto Input
Set Up (Continued) Press CH a/s to select the VCR or DVD, and press VOL k/l to select “CH3”, “CH4”, “INPUT 1”, “INPUT 2”, “INPUT 3 (COMPONENT)” or “OFF”. Switch to the input mode your VCR or DVD is connected to. If connected through RF (antenna terminal), select either CH3 or CH4 to match the setting of the VCR or DVD.
Page 41: Ch/Input Id
CH/Input ID • You can assign an ID label to each Analog channel or input mode. These ID labels can be 4 characters long maximum and will be displayed along with the channel number/input mode when the labeled channel is selected. (Example: labeling air channel 10 “TV12”.) •...
Page 42 CH/Input ID (Continued) Use CH a/s or REMOTE KEYPAD to select each desired channel to label. Press INPUT on the Remote to label the INPUT mode. ID: Labeling the channel name Press VOL k/l to select “ID” then press VOL k to select the first character.
Page 43: Screen Format
Screen Format • The format of the picture can be adjusted to either of the two screen formats. (This function allows you to view 16:9 pictures recorded on DVD or by camcorders that are once saved using the 4:3 aspect ratio to be played back in the original high-density 16:9 format.) Press MENU to access the MAIN MENU screen.
Page 44: Using The Video And Audio Input Terminals
Using the Video and Audio Input Terminals • Connecting video equipment for playback of video material. • To view video material from external video equipment, make sure to connect the equipment properly to the input terminals on the TV set. Connecting video device equipped with video output terminals CONNECTIONS VIDEO EQUIPMENT...
Page 45 Using the Video and Audio Input Terminals (Continued) Notes: • COMPONENT terminals are DVD compatible, allows you to enjoy the highest quality playback image than the image from IN 1 S-VIDEO terminal. • The IN 1 S-VIDEO terminal is used to obtain a higher quality image by importing image signals. •...
Page 46: Using The Audio Output Terminals
Using the Audio Output Terminals • These terminals are used for connecting an external audio amplifier. The STEREO/MONO/ SAP, VOLUME, MUTE and FAO functions can all be controlled via the television’s remote control or directly on the TV itself. These terminals relay the audio signal of all programs being displayed on the TV screen.
Page 47: Operation Of Universal Remote Control
Operation of Universal Remote Control • Universal Remote Control With the purchase of your television set you also have received the latest innovation in remote control technology. With its easy-to-use push button keyboard, your Remote can control your television set and most infrared remote controlled VCRs, cable TV converters and DVDs as well.
Page 48 Magnin Marantz Memorex Minolta Mitsubishi Montgomery Ward Multitech Panasonic Pentax Philco Philips Quasar Realistic Samsung Sanyo Scott Sears Sharp Shintom Sony Sound Design Sylvania Symphonic Tatung Teac Teknika Thomas Toshiba Video Concepts Yamaha Zenith REMOTE CONTROL VCR BRAND CODE NUMBER...
Page 49 DVD BRAND Denon Magnavox Marantz Mitsubishi Panasonic Philips Pioneer Proscan Samsung Sharp Sony Toshiba Yamaha Zenith Note: Depending on the model, year produced, brand, and type of DVD, some models may not be compatible with the remote control. REMOTE CONTROL...
Page 50 Operation of Universal Remote Control (Continued) TV POWER REMOTE KEYPAD • How to identify a cable converter Setting Method. Refer to the following steps and list to quickly find the remote control code for your cable TV converter. • First look up your converter’s remote code number before going through the Setting Method below.
Page 51: Before Calling For Service
Should this occur, switch the Closed Caption mode to “OFF”. Calling for Service For location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer, or to obtain product literature accessories, supplies, or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP. X X X...
Page 52: Warning Message For Digital Broadcasting
• Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. • Check the antenna cable. Check that the antenna is correctly antenna setup. • Check the broadcast time in the program guide. 27SF560 American TV standard ATSC/NTSC system MTS/SAP 2-13 ch...
Page 53: Limited Warranty
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.

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