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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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
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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.
"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."
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LC-15S4U
OPERATION MANUAL
ENGLISH
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Page 1: Important Information
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 LC-15S4U OPERATION MANUAL ENGLISH Model No.:... -
Page 2: Dear Sharp Customer
■ Power cord protection—The power cords must be routed properly to prevent people from stepping on them or objects from resting on them. Check the cords at the plugs and product. ■ If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to be replaced, obtain the same type of adapter from a SHARP service center or your dealer. - Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) ■ Cleaning—Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. Use a damp cloth to clean the product. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. ■ Water and moisture—Do not use the product near water, such as bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink and laundry tub, swimming pool and in a wet basement.
- Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) ■ 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 for the grounding electrode.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
• The AC cord enclosed in this product is for 110-125V. For using it on the 125-240V AC, please consult the following. SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 6100 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 230, Miami, Florida 33126, U.S.A. Basic Adjustment Settings ... 18 AV MODE ... -
Page 6: Preparation
Preparation Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Before using the LCD TV set for the first time, install the two “AAA” size batteries supplied in the remote control. When the batteries become depleted and the remote control fails to operate, replace the batteries with new “AAA” size batteries. Open the battery cover. -
Page 7: Antenna Connection
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 8: Power Connection
“B” position on the RF switch (not supplied): You can view the scrambled channels via the converter/descrambler by RF switch (not supplied) Cable TV converter/ • Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch or combiner that might be required. POWER INPUT terminal... -
Page 9: Part Names Of The Main Unit
Part Names of the Main Unit Controls Upper control panel CH (Channel) INPUT ( )/( ) VOL (Volume) MENU POWER (–)/(+) Speaker Remote sensor OPC (Optical Picture Control) sensor • INPUT, CH ( ), VOL (–)/(+) and MENU on the main unit have the same functions as the same buttons on the remote control. Fundamentally, this operation manual provides a description based on operation using the remote control. -
Page 10: How To Fix The Cables
Part Names of the Main Unit (Continued) Terminals Rear View Round lock for Kensington Security Standard slot * Using the Kensington Lock • This LCD TV set has a Kensington Security Standard slot for use with a Kensington MicroSaver Security System. Refer to the information that came with the system for instructions on how to use it to secure the LCD TV set. -
Page 11: Part Names Of The Remote Control
Part Names of the Remote Control POWER (p. 14) Switches the Liquid Crystal Television power on or standby. PIC.FLIP (p. 30) Sets the orientation of the picture. SLEEP (p. 29) Sets the sleep timer. MENU RETURN (p. 16) Returns to the previous screen. ENTER Executes a command. -
Page 12: Ez Setup (With Auto Clock Setting)
EZ SETUP (With AUTO CLOCK Setting) EZ SETUP during the First Power On ■ When you turn on the LCD TV set for the first time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels and clock. Please perform the following instructions before you press POWER. -
Page 13: Setting The Clock
Setting the CLOCK AUTO CLOCK Setting There are two methods of setting the clock: AUTO CLOCK and MANUAL CLOCK. AUTO CLOCK uses EDS signals, which are provided by some TV stations, to automatically adjust the clock. MANUAL CLOCK sets the clock manually in areas where no channel carries EDS signals. -
Page 14: Time Display
Daylight Saving Time (DST) Adjustment The Daylight Saving-Time changes as shown below. Set the DST to “ON” to forward the clock by 1 hour. To rewind the clock by 1 hour, set the DST to “OFF”. (Spring) On the first Sunday in April DST starts. 1:00AM 2:00AM Advances 1 hour. -
Page 15: Switching The Input Modes (Input1/Input2/Input3/Tv)
Switching the Input Modes (INPUT1/ INPUT2/INPUT3/TV) Turn on the power of the connected video equipment. Press INPUT to select the applicable input source. The screen changes in order of INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and TV mode each time INPUT is pressed. INPUT 1 mode I N P U T 1 4 8 0 P... -
Page 16: Changing Channels
Basic Operation (Continued) Changing Channels You can select channels using Channel Select or CH ( • This LCD TV set allows you to select up to 125 channels (1 to 125). To select a channel, enter a 2- or 3-digit number. ■... -
Page 17: Menu Setting Screens
■ Menu setting screens For details on setting each menu item, refer to the page number indicated below. • The illustrations and on-screen displays in this manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual appearance. • Depending on the setting condition, such as an input mode, it may not be possible to adjust or set some items. In such cases, a message will be displayed on the menu setting screen. -
Page 18: Basic Adjustment Settings
Basic Adjustment Settings AV MODE AV MODE gives you preset options to choose from, to best match the image based on room-brightness and playback software used. Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \/| to select “PICTURE”. Press '/" to select “AV MODE”, and press ENTER. Press '/"... -
Page 19: Backlight
BACKLIGHT You can adjust the brightness of the picture. Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \/| to select “PICTURE”. Press '/" to select “BACKLIGHT”. PICTURE AUDIO SETUP OPTION M O D E M O D E [ D Y N A M I C ] [ D Y N A M I C ] O P C [ O F F ]... -
Page 20: Color Temperature
Basic Adjustment Settings (Continued) COLOR TEMPERATURE You can adjust the color temperature to give a better white balance. Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \/| to select “PICTURE”. Press '/" to select “ADVANCED”, and press ENTER. PICTURE AUDIO SETUP OPTION M O D E... -
Page 21: Useful Features
Useful Features CH-SETTING ■ EZ SETUP When you move to an area with different broadcasting signals, you may have to set the channel numbers and the time with the EZ SETUP function. To activate EZ SETUP, perform the following procedure. 1 Press '/"... -
Page 22: Setup
Useful Features (Continued) SETUP Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \/| to select “SETUP”. Press '/" to select the desired item, and press ENTER. SETUP OPTION C H – S E T T I N G M T S C L O C K I N P U T 3 S E L E C T... -
Page 23: V-Chip Settings
V-CHIP Settings ■ V-CHIP • This function allows TV programs to be restricted and TV usage to be controlled based on FCC data. It prevents children from watching violent or sexual scenes that may be harmful. • Restriction of TV programs includes two ratings that contain information about the program: the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) rating and the TV Parental Guidelines. - Page 24 Useful Features (Continued) 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 programing. • 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 25 V-CHIP Settings (Continued) V-CHIP settings allow you to set MPAA rating, TV GUIDE- LINES, Canadian English ratings and Canadian French ratings. ■ Setting V-CHIP Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \/| to select “SETUP”. Press '/" to select “V-CHIP BLOCK”, and press ENTER. “INPUT SECRET NO.”...
- Page 26 Useful Features (Continued) ■ Activating V-CHIP BLOCK ● Setting STATUS You can activate V-CHIP BLOCK after setting V-CHIP. Repeat steps 1 to 4 of Setting V-CHIP on page 25. Press '/" to select “STATUS”, and press ENTER. M P A A G U I D E L I N E S C A N .
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Page 27: Closed Caption
CLOSED CAPTION ■ Setting CLOSED CAPTION • This LCD TV set is equipped with an internal Closed Caption decoder. “Closed Caption” is a system which allows conversa- tions, narration, and sound effects in TV programs and home videos to be viewed as captions on the TV screen (see the illustration). -
Page 28: View Mode
Useful Features (Continued) VIEW MODE You can select the picture display size for the playback image of the DVD player from the following four modes: “4:3”, “16:9”, “ZOOM” and “STRETCH”. Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \/| to select “OPTION”. Press '/"... -
Page 29: Sleep Timer
SLEEP TIMER You can set the SLEEP TIMER to automatically turn off the TV. POWER Setting the SLEEP TIMER on the Menu screen Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \/| to select “OPTION”. Press '/" to select “SLEEP TIMER”, and press ENTER. -
Page 30: No Signal Off
Useful Features (Continued) NO SIGNAL OFF The NO SIGNAL OFF function allows you to save energy. When set to “ENABLE”, the power will automatically shut down if no signal inputs for 5 minutes. Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \/| to select “OPTION”. -
Page 31: Connecting External Devices
Connecting External Devices You can enjoy picture and sound by connecting a VCR or a home video game system to the terminals located on the rear of the main unit. When connecting an external device, turn off the POWER of the main unit first to prevent any possible damage. Example of External Devices that can be Connected To INPUT2 terminal <Example>... -
Page 32: Connecting A Vcr, Dvd Player Or A Camcorder To Input1/Input2/Input 3
Connecting External Devices (Continued) Connecting a VCR, DVD Player or a Camcorder to INPUT1/INPUT2/INPUT 3 • If your VCR (or other external devices) has an S-video terminal, S-VIDEO connection is recommended. (Use an S-video cable.) • When you connect external devices to both S-VIDEO and VIDEO terminals (and if you select “INPUT2”), you can only view pictures from the S-VIDEO terminal. -
Page 33: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ■ Before calling for repair services, make the following checks for possible remedies to the encountered symptoms. LCD TV set Problem Picture Sound There is no picture or sound. There is no picture. Picture There is no picture from INPUT2 or INPUT3. -
Page 34: Specifications
• The dimensional drawings are shown on the inside back cover. ■ As a part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for the LCD TV set 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. -
Page 35: Calling For Service
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. - Page 36 (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.