Sharp Aquos LC-32A33X Operation Manual

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MODEL
LC-32A33X
LC-37A33X
LCD COLOUR TELEVISION
OPERATION MANUAL
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  • Page 1 MODEL LC-32A33X LC-37A33X LCD COLOUR TELEVISION OPERATION MANUAL 32A33X_Cover.indd 1 32A33X_Cover.indd 1 2008-1-8 10:46:43 2008-1-8 10:46:43...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    OPERATION MANUAL Dear SHARP customer Thank you for your purchase of the SHARP LCD colour TV product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Precautions carefully before using this product.
  • Page 4 Contents Watching TV (Continued) Reducing the start-up time ................26 Password setting for the child lock (for TV input mode) ........ 27 Energy conservation settings ................... 28 Auto power-off at a designated time ............. 28 Auto power-off after the end of broadcast ............ 28 Auto power-off when there are no operations performed ......
  • Page 5 Contents Connecting a PC (Continued) PC Control of the TV ....................49 PC compatibility chart ....................50 RS-232C commands list .................... 50 Teletext function About Teletext ......................51 Displaying Subtitles ....................52 Displaying Subpages ....................52 Teletext language setting ..................53 Appendix Troubleshooting ......................
  • Page 6: Important Safety Precautions

    Use a damp cloth to break when the product is struck clean the product. Do not use liquid forcefully or with a sharp object. If cleaners or aerosol cleaners. the LCD panel is broken, be careful not to be injured by broken glass.
  • Page 7: Supplied Accessories

    Supplied accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product. “AAA” size battery ( g 2) Remote control unit AC cord Always use the AC cord supplied with Used with batteries inserted. the TV. Page 9 Page 13 Page 10 Cable clamp Stand unit...
  • Page 8: Preparation

    Preparation Attaching the stand • Before attaching (or detaching) the stand, unplug the AC cord from the AC INPUT terminal. • Before performing work spread cushioning over the base area to lay the TV on. This will prevent it from being damaged.
  • Page 9: Part Names

    Preparation Part names TV (Front) TV/VIDEO button Channel up ( r )/down ( s ) buttons MENU button Volume up ( e )/down ( f ) buttons POWER (On/Off) button Remote control sensor OPC indicator* OPC sensor SLEEP timer indicator POWER indicator** *OPC: Optical Picture Control (See page 33.) ** See page 14 for the TV status indicator.
  • Page 10: Tv (Rear)

    Preparation TV (Rear) AC INPUT terminal INPUT 3 (HDMI) terminals INPUT 4 (HDMI) terminal RS-232C terminal INPUT 5 (PC) terminals Headphone jack INPUT 1 terminals MONITOR OUTPUT terminals Antenna input terminal INPUT 2 terminals Regarding the headphone jack • Use headphones with a stereo mini plug (Ø 3.5 mm). Volume display when headphones are plugged in •...
  • Page 11: Remote Control Unit

    Preparation Remote control unit Select the sound multiplex mode. (See page 26.) VOL k /VOL l Set the volume. (See page 19.) e (Mute) Mute the sound. (See page 25.) WIDE Change the wide image mode. (See pages 31 and 46.) 10 FREEZE Freeze a motion picture on the screen.
  • Page 12: Before Turning On The Power

    Preparation Before turning on the power Notes on installing the TV • Avoid direct sunlight and place the TV in a well-ventilated location. • Place the TV in a level location. • Do not turn on the power of the TV before connecting the AC cord. Connecting the antenna cable To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna.
  • Page 13: Connecting External Devices

    Preparation Connecting external devices You can connect many types of external equipment to your TV, like a VCR, game console, camcorder, DVD player, Digital TV STB (Set Top Box) and PC. To view external source images, select the input source from TV/ VIDEO on the remote control unit or TV/VIDEO on the TV.
  • Page 14: Connecting A Digital Tv Stb (Set Top Box)

    Preparation Connecting a Digital TV STB (Set Top Box) You can use the INPUT 1/INPUT 2 or INPUT 3/INPUT 4 (HDMI) terminals when connecting to a Digital TV STB (Set Top Box) and other audiovisual equipment. NOTE • When using a DVI-HDMI conversion adaptor, input the Audio Signal from the AUDIO terminal of INPUT 3. (See page 37.) When using HDMI-certifi...
  • Page 15: Inserting The Batteries

    Preparation Inserting the batteries Before using the TV for the fi rst time, insert two “AAA” size batteries (supplied). When the batteries become depleted and the remote control fails to operate, replace the batteries with new “AAA” size batteries. 1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert the two supplied “AAA”...
  • Page 16: Turning The Tv On/Off

    Preparation Turning the TV on/off Turning on the power Turning off the power Press POWER on the TV. POWER button • POWER indicator (Green): The TV is on. (After a few seconds, an image appears with sound.) • After turning the power “ON” by pressing POWER on the TV, you can turn the power ON/OFF by pressing POWER on the remote control.
  • Page 17: About Menu Operations

    Preparation About Menu operations H Using the control panel of the TV What is Menu? You can also operate the Menu using the control panel • You need to bring up the On-Screen Display to perform of the TV. settings for the TV. The On-Screen Display for the settings is called “Menu”.
  • Page 18: Tv/Av Input Mode Menu Items

    Preparation TV/AV input mode menu items List of TV/AV menu items to help you with operations Picture Setup Auto Installation ............Page 18 AV Mode ..............Page 32 Programme Setup ..........Pages 20-23 OPC ................Page 33 Child Lock ..............Page 27 Backlight ..............
  • Page 19: Pc Input Mode Menu Items

    Preparation PC input mode menu items List of PC menu items to help you with operations Picture Setup Input Skip ..............Page 39 AV Mode ..............Page 32 Input Label ..............Page 39 OPC ................Page 33 Standby Mode ............Page 26 Backlight ..............
  • Page 20: Watching Tv

    Watching TV Setting channels automatically You can run auto installation again, even after setting If you have already set the password, enter it up the preset channels. here. • See page 27 for setting a password. Press a / b to select “Yes”, and then press ENTER.
  • Page 21: Selecting Programmes

    Watching TV Selecting programmes Adjusting the volume You can change channels in several ways. Using CH r / s on the remote control unit • Press CH r to increase the channel number. • Press CH s to decrease the channel number. Changing the volume NOTE You can change the volume on the TV or on the...
  • Page 22: Setting Channels To Your Preference

    Watching TV Setting channels to your preference You can run the auto search procedure again at any time by accessing the Setup menu and Programme Setup. Channels can be tuned automatically or manually. Auto search Manual setting for each channel You can also automatically search by performing You can set some channel items manually.
  • Page 23 Watching TV Manual setting for each channel (continued) Search tuning Colour system Press a / b / c / d to select the channel you Press a / b / c / d to select the channel you want to edit, and then press ENTER. want to edit, and then press ENTER.
  • Page 24: Sorting Programmes

    Watching TV Manual setting for each channel (continued) Sorting programmes Channel positions can be sorted freely. Skipping channels Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Channels with “Skip” set to “On” are passed over when using CH r / s even if selected while watching the image from the TV.
  • Page 25: Erasing Programmes

    Watching TV Erasing programmes Labelling programmes The individual programme can be erased. Channels can be labelled freely. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c / d to select “Setup”. Press c / d to select “Setup”. Press a / b to select “Programme Setup”, and Press a / b to select “Programme Setup”, and then press ENTER.
  • Page 26: Useful Viewing Functions

    Watching TV Useful viewing functions Split-screen viewing This function is conveniently used when, for instance, watching cooking programmes and taking notes. Picture and still image You can freeze a motion picture on the Display. Press FREEZE. • A moving image displays on the left screen and a still image displays on the right screen.
  • Page 27: Returning To The Previously Selected Channel

    Watching TV Returning to the previously selected Outputting only audio channel When listening to music from a music programme, you can set the display off and enjoy audio only. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c / d to select “Option”. Press A to switch the currently tuned channel to the previously tuned channel.
  • Page 28: Switching The Analogue Audio Format

    Watching TV Switching the analogue audio format When receiving a bilingual signal You can switch between multiple audio modes when watching a multiple audio or stereo broadcast Each time you press MPX, the mode switches among programme. CH A, CH B and CH AB. Bilingual mode BBC2 BBC2...
  • Page 29: Password Setting For The Child Lock (For Tv Input Mode)

    Watching TV Password setting for the child lock (for TV input mode) Allows you to use a password to protect certain Setting a channel settings from being accidentally changed. Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Setting a password. Press a / b to select “Channel Setting”, and then press ENTER.
  • Page 30: Energy Conservation Settings

    Watching TV Energy conservation settings Auto power-off at a designated time Auto power-off after the end of broadcast This function is conveniently used when, for instance, You can set the TV to automatically power off in about going to bed while watching TV. 15 minutes after the TV goes into a state of receiving no programme signals, such as the end of a broadcast day.
  • Page 31: Power Management

    Watching TV Power Management Ecology When set to “Yes”, The TV activates the following You can set the TV to automatically power off when no power saving mode. image is displayed on PC. • “OPC” set to “On” (Page 33) •...
  • Page 32: Picture Size Settings

    Watching TV Picture size settings Selecting the Wide Screen Signalling Selecting the Wide Screen Signalling (WSS) picture size automatically (WSS) picture size manually WSS allows a television to switch automatically among The WSS signal has 4:3 auto-switching that allows you the different screen formats.
  • Page 33: Selecting The Picture Size Manually

    Watching TV Selecting the picture size manually Manual Selection Auto Selection You can select different picture sizes that account for If you set “WSS” and “4:3 Mode” in the Setup menu the kind of each picture. on page 30, the optimum WIDE mode is automatically chosen for every broadcast containing the WSS information.
  • Page 34: Selecting A Preset Av Mode

    Watching TV Selecting a preset AV MODE The AV MODE function enables you to select Selected item Description appropriate settings for audio and video to account for the system environment which can vary due to factors STANDARD For a highly defi ned image in a normally like room brightness, type of programme watched or bright room the type of image input from external equipment.
  • Page 35: Manual Picture Settings

    Watching TV Manual picture settings c button d button Selected item Sets whether or not the screen brightness Picture adjustment is automatically adjusted according to the lighting condition in the room. (OPC You can adjust the picture to your preference. setting: See this page.) Follow the steps to adjust the picture.
  • Page 36: Advanced Picture Settings

    Watching TV Advanced picture settings The advanced settings enable you to set the picture H 3D-Y/C adjustment in more detail. There are fi ve options you Provides high quality images with minimal dot crawl can choose from. and cross colour noise. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
  • Page 37: Other Picture Settings

    Watching TV Other picture settings Game Play Time DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) This function displays the elapsed game time so you Reduces noise on the screen and produces a clearer do not lose track of the time. video image. To display the elapsed time, select “GAME” under “AV Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
  • Page 38: Audio Adjustment

    Watching TV Audio adjustment You can adjust the audio of the selected AV mode. Output Volume Select Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Allows you to select what controls the audio output. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c / d to select “Audio”.
  • Page 39: Settings When Using External Devices

    Settings when using external devices Settings when using HDMI output devices HDMI terminals can carry audio and visual signals to the TV with an HDMI certifi ed cable. When you want to output the audio and picture from an HDMI output device on the TV, select “INPUT3” or “INPUT4” by switching the input source.
  • Page 40: Selecting The Input Source And Signal Type

    Settings when using external devices Selecting the input source and signal type Selecting input source Selecting input signal type Can use for selecting the input source. For setting the signal type of external equipment. Using TV/VIDEO on the remote control unit or on Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
  • Page 41: Labelling Input Sources

    Settings when using external devices Labelling input sources Skipping HDMI/PC input You can assign each input source a label as you This setting allows you to skip the HDMI or PC input prefer. on the Input Selection Operation. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c / d to select “Setup”.
  • Page 42: Aquos Link

    AQUOS LINK Controlling HDMI devices using AQUOS LINK What is AQUOS LINK? Using the HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) protocol, with AQUOS LINK you can interactively operate compatible system devices (AV amplifi er, DVD, Blu-ray Disc device) using a single remote control. NOTE •...
  • Page 43: Aquos Link Connection

    AQUOS LINK AQUOS LINK connection First connect the 1 BIT THEATER RACK SYSTEM (AQUOS AUDIO) or an AQUOS BD Player/AQUOS Recorder that supports the HDMI CEC protocol. NOTE • Refer to the operation manual of the device to be connected for further details. •...
  • Page 44: Selecting Recorder

    AQUOS LINK Selecting recorder Operating an AQUOS LINK device You can select a recorder for the recording from AQUOS LINK allows you to operate the HDMI- several connected recorders. connected device with one remote control. Repeat steps 1 to 3 in AQUOS LINK Auto Use the following procedure to start playback.
  • Page 45: Listening With The Aquos Tv Speaker System

    AQUOS LINK Listening with the AQUOS TV speaker Playback of titles using AQUOS LINK system This section explains how to play back a title in the AQUOS BD Player/AQUOS Recorder. You can opt to listen to the TV sound only from the AQUOS TV speaker system.
  • Page 46: Selecting Media Type For Cec-Compatible Recorder

    AQUOS LINK Selecting media type for CEC-compatible Recording via the AQUOS Recorder EPG recorder (only for recorders) If your recorder has multiple storage media, select the You can call up the CEC-compatible recorder’s EPG media type here. and preset timer recordings using the TV’s remote control.
  • Page 47: Connecting A Pc

    Connecting a PC Use the PC terminals to connect a PC. NOTE • The PC INPUT terminals are DDC1/2B-compatible. • Refer to page 50 for a list of PC signals compatible with the TV. ANALOG RGB cable (commercially available) Ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable (commercially available) AUDIO...
  • Page 48: Selecting The Picture Size

    Connecting a PC Selecting the picture size You can select the picture size as illustrated below. NOTE • Connect the PC before making adjustments. • Selectable picture size may vary with input signal type. Connecting a PC ANALOG RGB cable (commercially available) Ø...
  • Page 49: Adjusting The Pc Image Automatically

    Connecting a PC Adjusting the PC image automatically Adjusting the PC image manually This function enables the screen to be automatically Ordinarily you can easily adjust the picture as adjusted to its best possible condition when the necessary to change image position using Auto Sync. analogue terminals of the TV and PC are connected In some cases, however, manual adjustment is needed with a commercially available RGB cable, etc.
  • Page 50: Input Resolution Settings

    Connecting a PC Input resolution settings Selecting the input resolution • 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.
  • Page 51: Pc Control Of The Tv

    Connecting a PC PC Control of the TV • When a programme is set, the TV can be controlled from the PC using the RS-232C terminal. The input signal (PC/video) can be selected, the volume can be adjusted and various other adjustments and settings can be made, enabling automatic programmed playing.
  • Page 52: Pc Compatibility Chart

    Connecting a PC PC compatibility chart Horizontal Vertical VESA Horizontal Vertical VESA Resolution Resolution Frequency Frequency Standard Frequency Frequency Standard ✓ 720 g 400 1024 g 768 31.5 kHz 70 Hz 48.4 kHz 60 Hz 640 g 480 ✓ 1024 g 768 ✓...
  • Page 53: Teletext Function

    Teletext function About Teletext What is Teletext? Teletext broadcasts pages of information and entertainment to specially equipped television sets. Your TV receives Teletext signals broadcast by a TV network, and decodes them into graphical format for viewing. News, weather reports, sports information, TELETEXT stock exchange prices and programme previews are among the many services available.
  • Page 54: Displaying Subtitles

    Teletext function Displaying Subtitles Displaying Subpages You can display subtitles as they are transmitted. You can display subpages as they are transmitted. Press [ to display the subtitle. • Subtitle is updated by information sent by the broadcasting station. • To stop updating subtitle automatically, press 3 . Press [ to exit the subtitle screen.
  • Page 55: Teletext Language Setting

    Teletext function Teletext language setting If Teletext information does not display correctly, perform the procedure below. Select from among 4 kinds of language tables: West Europe, East Europe, Turkish/Greek, Arabic/Hebrew. Each table is compatible with the Teletext languages listed below. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays.
  • Page 56: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting The problems described below are not always caused by malfunctions. Check the TV again before having the TV serviced. Problem Possible Solution • No power. • Check if you pressed POWER on the remote control unit. (See page 14.) If the indicator on the TV lights up red, press POWER.
  • Page 57: Error Messages About Recording Using Aquos Link

    Appendix Error messages about recording using AQUOS LINK The example of an error message Error code Possible Solution displayed on a screen Check the content (broadcast or programme) Failed to record or the recording medium such as HDD or DVD. Cannot record the broadcast.
  • Page 58: Reset

    Appendix Reset If complex adjustments are made and the settings cannot be restored to normal, you can reset the settings to the factory preset values. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c / d to select “Setup”. Press a / b to select “Reset”, and then press ENTER.
  • Page 59: Specifi Cations

    0°C — 40°C • As a part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specifi cation changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specifi cation fi gures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.
  • Page 60: Dimensional Drawings

    Appendix Dimensional drawings Unit: mm LC-32A33X 701.5 32A33X_en_i.indd 58 32A33X_en_i.indd 58 2008-1-4 20:17:29 2008-1-4 20:17:29...
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  • Page 62: Mounting The Tv On The Wall

    • For details, refer to the instructions supplied with the optional bracket. CAUTION • This TV should be mounted on the wall only with the AN-37AG5 (SHARP) wall mount bracket. The use of other wall mount brackets may result in an unstable installation and may cause serious injuries.
  • Page 63: Clearing The Password

    Appendix CLEARING THE PASSWORD If you forget your password, set a new password using the following procedure. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c / d to select “Setup”. Press a / b to select “Child Lock”, and then press ENTER. The password input screen displays.
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