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Sharp LC-20E1U Operation Manual

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LC-20EIU
LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
ENGLISH
OPERATION
MANUAL
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.:
lusAONLY]
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
I WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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 equilat-
eral 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 impor-
tant operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
product.

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  • Page 1 LC-20EIU LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION ENGLISH OPERATION MANUAL IMPORTANT: Model No.: 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 Serial No.: rear of the TV. lusAONLY] IMPORTANT INFORMATION...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. ARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment I U.S.A. ONLY] I CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

  • Page 3: Dear Sharp Customer

    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...
  • Page 4 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. such as bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink and laundry tub, swimming pool and in a wet basement.
  • Page 5 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,...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Page DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER ......................IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ......................PREPARATION ..........................8-10 Using the Remote Control ......................Batteries for the Remote Control ....................Power Connection ........................Antenna Connection ......................9, 10 FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS ................

  • Page 7: Supplied Accessories

    SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product. RRMCGA077WJSA (LC-20E1 U) RRMCGA077WJSB (LC-20E1 UI3) UBATU0038CEZZ RRMCGA077WJSC (LC-20EIUW) QCNWG0003CEPA QACCD3097CEPA _,c pt IIIN_ LHLDW0109CESA LC-20E1U,LC-20E1UW) LHLDW0109CES8 UADP-0243CEPZ TINS-A158WJN1 (LC-20E1UB)

  • Page 8: Preparation

    PREPARATION • the remote control by pointing it towards the remote sensor window window may preventproper operation. POWER indicator SLEEP indicator Remote Sensor Cautions regarding use of remote control Window • Do not expose the remote control to shock. on the main unit. Objects between the remote control and sensor In addition, do not expose the remote control to liquid, and do not place in an area with high humidity.

  • Page 9: Power Connection

    RF switch (not supplied) Cable TV Line Cable TV converter/[ descrambler not supped • Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch or combiner that might be required.
  • Page 10 PREPARATION (Continued) • 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.

  • Page 11: Front And Rear Control Options

    FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS I Main unit (front view) Upper control panel VOL (-)/(+) OH (V)/(_) MENU TV/VIDEO r_etca_nb_s to an angle between 12 degrees and 35 degrees. The screen cannot be set up straight. When changing the angle, make sure to hold the stand and adjust the screen to the best viewable angle.
  • Page 12 FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS (Continued) I Main unit (rear view) -- VIDEO -- AUDIO (L) - AV-IN2/OUT -- AUDIO (R) -- PB p /' -- PR p /' COMPONEN1 -- AUDIO (L) L /' -- AUDIO (R) Carrying handle VIDEO- AUDIO (L)-- AV-INI_...

  • Page 13: Removing The

    FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS (Continued) • Before connecting a connection cord into the rear terminal, remove the back cover. Push in the tab and pull out the back cover carefully. • To mount the cover, insert the 2 hooks on the bottom of the cover into the cabinet and press on the upper part of the back cover until the tab locks in place with a click.

  • Page 14: Ez Setup

    EZ SETUP ==When you turn on the TV for the first time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels. Please perform the following instructions before you press MAIN MAIN POWER POWER. (1) Insert the batteries into the remote control. (See page 8.) (2) Connect the antenna cable to the TV set.

  • Page 15: Remote Control

    REMOTE CONTROL FLIP (p. 22) MENU/ /V/<I/I_ (Cursor control) CC (CLOSED CAPTION) BRIGHT (p. 21) (pp. 30, 31) MUTE (p. 17) rV/VlDEO (p. 16) VOL(+)/(-) (p. 17) FLASHBACK .2 CR (A)/(V) (p. 18) --Channel Select (p. 18) MTS *s (p. 17) .4 Displays the receiving chan- nel for 10 seconds.

  • Page 16: Turning On Power

    BASIC OPERATION (Continued) Press MAIN POWER, located • On-screen display MAIN POWER the upper side of the main unit, to The POWER indicator instantane- ously changes from red to green and the main unit is turned _STESEO <OHAI8 • The input mode indication disappears after MOHO...

  • Page 17: Sound Volume

    BASIC OPERATION (Continued) POWER Press VOL (+) to increase the sound volume. The segment of the indicator increases. VOLUME 50 IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII ..Press VOL (-) to decrease the sound volume. The segment of the indicator decreases. VOLUME 19 llllll ......To mute the sound Press MUTE to temporarily turn off (+)/(-)

  • Page 18: Changing The Channels

    BASIC OPERATION (Continued) Changing channels by using Channel Select on the remote control or 3-digit number. I • This LCD TV set allows you to select up to 125 channels (1 to 125). To select a channel, enter a 2- To select a 1- or 2-digit channel number (e.g., Channel Complete the following procedure...

  • Page 19: Selecting Menu Items

    SELECTING MENU ITEMS • This LCD TV set allows you to adjust the various settings using the menu screen. Select the desired menu item by following the steps below and then refer to the indicated page for details. (Page 20) Press MENU to display the MENU []SLEEP TIMER eRErt_tt...

  • Page 20: Adjustment

    ADJUSTMENT You can set the SLEEP TIMER to automatically turn off the TV. Directly setting the SLEEP TIMER Press SLEEP to display the SLEEP TIMER screen. _!LEEP Press SLEEP to set the sleep timer REMAIN (in minutes). The time can be set in increments of 30 minutes and in the range between 30 and 120 minutes.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Brightness Settings

    ADJUSTMENT (Continued) You can set the brightness of the screen. Directly setting the BRIGHTNESS Press BRIGHT to display the BRIGHTNESS screen. Press BRIGHT to change the setting. _BRIGHT_NORMAL_ DARK" BRIGHTNESS [BRIGHT] • The BRIGHTNESS screen automatically L_ @_ II BRIGHT disappears in 3 seconds, •...

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Picture Flip Settings

    ADJUSTMENT (Continued) You can set the orientation of the picture. Directly setting the PICTURE FLIP Press PIC. FLIP to display the PICTURE FLIP screen. Press PIC. FLIP to change the setting. FLIP _URE FLIP [NO_r_AL1 NORMAL_ MIRROR_ ROTATE UPSIDEDOWN÷ • The PICTURE FLiP screen automatically disappears in 3 seconds.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Language Settings

    ADJUSTMENT (Continued) The language for the On-Screen Display can be ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH. Press MENU to display the MENU MENU [_7[KLEEP TtMER screen. []VIDEO ADJUST []PRESET [CLOSEO CAPT]ON_ _]V-CHIP BLOCK []SET UP _NU/ SELECT:_ ENTER:_ EXIT:_ Press A/V to move the cursor to _EOO TI,I_ SET UP.

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Video Adjust Settings

    ADJUSTMENT (Continued) Press MENU to display the MENU MENU [_?[]NLEEPTIMER > screen. [VIDEO AUJUST []PRESET []CLOSED CAPTiON_ [V-CNIP 8LOCK []SET UP SELECT:@ EHTER:@ EXIT:_ _NU/ Press A/Y to move the cursor to MENU VIDEO ADJUST. []SLEEP TIMER TI<I_ E_[]VIDEO AUJUST Press </1_ to enter.
  • Page 25 Lower color intensity ..........Higher color intensity BLACK LEVEL Less brightness More brightness SHARPNESS Soft picture ...... _......Sharp picture COLOR SYSTEM N358 _ PAL-M "," PAL-N *-] AV mode PICTURE Decrease contrast Increase contrast TINT Toward purple Toward green...

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Preset Settings

    ADJUSTMENT (Continued) Press MENU to display the MENU MENU _[SLEEP TIMER screen. []VIDEO ADJUST []PRESET [CLOSEO CAPTION_ I_Iv-cHIP BLOCK []SET UP SELECT:@ ENTER:@ EXIT:_ Press A/_' to move the cursor to MENU PRESET. []SLEEP TIMER []VIDEO ADJUST _[PRESET Press </, to enter.
  • Page 27 ADJUSTMENT (Continued) • CHANNEL SETTING It is necessary to set the receiving mode to AIR or CABLE channels to receive locally broadcast TV programs. Press MENU to display the MENU MENU [SLEEP TtMER screen. []VIDEO ADJUST []PRESET Press A/V to move the cursor to []CLOSEO CAPT]ON_ i'_IV-CHIP BLOCK SET UP.
  • Page 28 ADJUSTMENT (Continued) • Saving broadcast TV channels in the memory Press MENU to display the MENU screen, press A/Y to move the cursor to SET UP, and press <1/• to enter. Press A/Y to move the cursor to CH-SETTING, and press <1/• to enter.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Blue Screen Settings

    ADJUSTMENT (Continued) • BLUE SCREEN Automatically turns the screen blue if a broadcast signal is not received. Press MENU to display the MENU _EHU []SLEEP TIMER screen. [VIOEO ADJUST []PRESET Press A/V to move the cursor to []CLOSED CAPTION_ r_V-CH[P 8LOCK SET UP.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Closed Caption Settings

    ADJUSTMENT (Continued) • SETTING CLOSED CAPTION • This TV set is equipped with an internal Closed Caption decoder. "Closed Caption" a system which allows conversations, narration, and sound effects in TV programs and home videos to be viewed as captions on the TV screen (see the illustration). •...
  • Page 31 ADJUSTMENT (Continued) • SETTING CLOSED CAPTION Setting the CLOSED CAPTION on the MENU screen Press MENU to display the MENU MENU [_SLEEP TIMER screen. []VIREO ADJUST []PRESET Press A/_' to move the cursor to _[CLOSED CAPTION_ r_[-CHIP 8LOCK CLOSED CAPTION. []SET UP MENU, SELECT:@...

  • Page 32: Adjusting The V-Chip Settings

    ADJUSTMENT (Continued) • 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 rating and the TV Parental Guidelines.
  • Page 33 ADJUSTMENT (Continued) [2] TV PARENTAL GUIDELINES <:::::: content base :_ RATING (Fantasy (Violence) (Sexual (Adult (Sexually Violence) Situation) Language) Suggestive Dialog) TV-Y (All children) "[ TV-Y7 (Direct to Older Children) TV-G (General Audience) base TV-PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned) TV-MA (Mature Audience Only) []: The content rating can be set, but this rating is not normally broadcast by TV stations...
  • Page 34 ADJUSTMENT (Continued) • SETTING V-CHIP [1] MPAA RATING Press MENU to display the MENU MEOO _[SLEEP TIMER screen. []VIDEO ADJUST []PRESET []CLOSED CAPTIOU_ IT'D-CHIP 8LOCK []SET UP Press &/V to move the cursor ENU/ MENU []SLEEP TIMER to V-CHIP BLOCK, and press []VIDEO ADJUST AI,I<II_ <1/_- to enter.
  • Page 35 ADJUSTMENT (Continued) [2] TV GUIDELINES • Setting TV GUIDELINES Repeat steps 1 to 3 of [1] MPAA RATING. (See page 34.) Press A/V to move the cursor to _]V-CHIP 8LOCK TV GUIDELINES. _NETURN MPAA C_ TV GUIOELiNES_ Press _1/_- to enter. STATUS[OFF] _ENU/ SELECT:_...
  • Page 36 ADJUSTMENT (Continued) [3] ACTIVATING V-CHIP BLOCK • Setting STATUS You can activate V-CHIP BLOCK after setting [1] MPAA RATING and/ or [2] TV GUIDELINES. BTIv-cHIp BLOCK Repeat steps 1 to 3 of [1] MPAA ORETUR_ RATING. MPAA TV GgIHELIHES_ BTATgS{ONI Press A/_' to move the cursor to STATUS.
  • Page 37 ADJUSTMENT (Continued) [5] CHANGING THE V-CHIP BLOCK SETTINGS Repeat steps 1 to 2 of [1] MPAA RATING, then INPUT SECRET NO. will be displayed. INPUT SECRET nO, £XIT:_ Input the 4-digit secret number by using Channel Select; the V- CHIP select mode will be dis- Channel Select played.
  • Page 38 CONNECTING WITH 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 TV set. When connecting an external device, turn off the power of the main unit first to prevent any possible damage.

  • Page 39: Connecting With External Devices

    CONNECTING WITH EXTERNAL DEVICES (Continued) IConnecting a VCR, DVD player or a video camera (AV-INI/2/COMPONENT) iii_!!_ ¸¸;ii_i_iii_>i!ii_i_iiii_i!i!!!!iiiii!_i!iii:!:!!!!ii!!!i!i!i!ii _Video Audio Audio Audio Audio DVD Player Video camera • If your VCR (or other external devices) has an S-Video terminal, S-VIDEO connection is recommended.

  • Page 40: How To Fix The Cables

    CONNECTING WITH EXTERNAL DEVICES (Continued) I Outputting video and audio (video output) You can output video and audio data from the TV set through the AV output terminals (AV-OUT). • When using as an OUTPUT terminal, select PRESET in the MENU and set AV2 IN/OUT to OUT. (See page 26.) •...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING • Before calling for repair service, check the following items for possible remedies to the encountered symptoms. I TV set Reference Problem Check item Pages • Make sure the AC adapter is properly inserted in the power outlet. • Reception other than those of broadcasting stations There is no can be considered.
  • Page 42 • The state of the broadcast may also be bad. The picture is • Make sure the antenna is facing the right direction. • Make sure the outside antenna is not disconnected. not sharp. The picture moves. • Make sure the antenna is facing the right direction.

  • Page 43: Specifications

    Antenna cable, AC adapter, AC cord, Cable clamp, Operation Manual As a 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.

  • Page 44: Dimensional Drawings

    DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS Unit: inchl(mm) 7_/_ (189) 19_3/32 (493) 79/32(185) 1229132 ( 328) 101_4(261) 43/64 315/16 7%2 (182)
  • Page 45 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 46 1 year • Vacuum Cleaner 1 year TO obtain the name and address ot' the nearest Authorized Sharp Service Centre or Dealer, please contact: SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA LTD. 335 Britannia Road East Mississauga, Ontario L4Z IW9 For more information on this Warranty, Sharp Extended Warranty •...

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