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LC-37GD6U
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LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
TÉLÉVISEUR ACL
TELEVISOR CON PANTALLA DE CRISTAL LIQUIDO
OPERATION MANUAL
MODE D'EMPLOI
MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN

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  • Page 1 LC-37GD6U LC - 32GD6U LC-26GD6U LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION TÉLÉVISEUR ACL TELEVISOR CON PANTALLA DE CRISTAL LIQUIDO OPERATION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN...

  • Page 2: Important Information

    LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION • The illustrations and on-screen displays in this operation manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual operations. • Some items may be grayed out. They are not selectable. • The examples used throughout this manual are based on the LC-32GD6U model.
  • Page 3 To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-37GD6U SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-32GD6U SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-26GD6U This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 4: Dear Sharp Customer

    DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp Liquid Crystal Television. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Instructions carefully before using this product. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Outdoor Antenna Grounding — 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. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, Iocation of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT INFORMATION ……………………… 1 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER ………………………… 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS …………… 3 Contents ……………………………………………… 6 Trademarks …………………………………………… 7 COPYRIGHT AND LICENSE NOTICE …………… 7 Patent Notice ………………………………………… 7 Supplied accessories ……………………………… 8 Preparation …………………………………………… 9 Where to place the TV …………………………… 9 Setting the TV …………………………………...

  • Page 8: Trademarks

    • CableCARD™ is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc. COPYRIGHT AND LICENSE NOTICE • It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.

  • Page 9: Supplied Accessories

    Supplied accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product. Remote control unit (g1) RRMCGA264WJSA Page 13 RF cable (g1) QCNW-A342WJZZ Pages 18 and 19 Bracket unit (g1) The LC-26GD6U is shipped with the speakers attached. LC-37GD6U/LC-32GD6U: GCOVAA856WJKB Page 11 * The parts number for screws Parts number...

  • Page 10: Preparation

    Preparation Where to place the TV First select the location where to place the TV. Selecting the location of the TV Display Setting the TV in place Handling the Display CAUTION • Select a place with no direct sunlight and good ventilation. •...

  • Page 11: Setting The Tv

    Preparation Setting the TV After putting the Display in place, connect the AC cord. Use the cable clamp for bundling the cables. Removing the terminal cover Display (rear view) Connecting the AC cord to the Display Bundling the cables with the clamp for LC-37GD6U/LC-32GD6U CAUTION •...

  • Page 12: Removing Speakers

    Preparation Removing speakers Unfasten the screw used to secure the speaker bracket. Take off the speaker terminal cover. Disconnect the cable from the speaker. CAUTION • Do not remove the stand and speaker from the Display unless using an optional bracket to mount it. •...

  • Page 13: Removing The Stand

    • Installing the Liquid Crystal Television requires special skill that should only be performed by qualified service personnel. Customers should not attempt to do the work themselves. SHARP bears no responsibility for improper mounting or mounting that results in accident or injury.

  • Page 14: Inserting The Batteries

    Preparation Inserting the batteries If the remote control fails to operate Liquid Crystal Television functions, replace the batteries in the remote control unit. Open the battery cover. • Place the batteries with their terminals CAUTION Improper use of batteries can result in chemical leakage or explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions below. •...

  • Page 15: Part Names

    Part names * The examples used throughout this manual are based on the LC-32GD6U model. Display VOLUME buttons INPUT (VOLl/k ) button POWER CHANNEL buttons (CHs/r) button Remote control sensor Headphone jack OPC sensor CARD indicator POWER indicator OPC indicator SLEEP indicator *OPC: Optical Picture Control (See page 33.)
  • Page 16 Part names Display LC-37GD6U LC-32GD6U INPUT 3 terminals MONITOR OUTPUT terminals INPUT 1 INPUT 2 terminals terminals LC-26GD6U MONITOR OUTPUT terminals INPUT 3 terminals INPUT 1 terminals INPUT 2 terminals DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal SYSTEM RESET** DC OUTPUT terminal (Terminal for expanded functionality in the near future.) * Press RESET if the system cannot return to its...

  • Page 17: Remote Control Unit

    Part names Remote control unit TV POWER: Switches the Liquid Crystal Television power on or Standby. (See page 20.) DISPLAY: Displays the channel information. SOURCE POWER: Turns the power of the external equipment on and off. External equipment operational buttons: Operates the external equipment.

  • Page 18: Watching Tv

    Watching TV Simple operations for watching a TV program Antennas To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. The following is a brief explanation of the types of connections that are used for a coaxial cable. If your outdoor antenna uses a 75-ohm coaxial cable with an F-type connector, plug it into the antenna terminal at the rear of the TV set.
  • Page 19 Watching TV Cable TV/VCR connection (continued) A-2. Connecting with cable converter using AUX terminals for audio and video output. (If your cable TV converter has both RF OUTPUT and AUX terminals, it is recommended to connect it as shown in example A-1.) NOTE •...

  • Page 20: Outdoor Antenna Connection

    Watching TV Connecting Antenna Cable with VCR Audio Cable (commercially available) Video Cable (commercially available) NOTE • Be sure to remember what kind of connection is made with your TV. • Shown here is the preferred method of connecting a VCR to your TV if you are in an area with good signal reception. This way you can view either TV programs or VCR tapes and not be concerned about the position of the VCR’s TV/VCR switch and you can enjoy stereo tape playback from stereo VCR.

  • Page 21: Turning On The Power

    Watching TV Display POWER POWER indicator TV POWER Display status indicator OFF (Standby) Standby CableCARD is downloading data. Turning on the power Press POWER on the Display or press TV POWER on the remote control. • POWER indicator (Blue): The TV is on. (After a few seconds, a window appears with sound.) NOTE •...

  • Page 22: Initial Setup

    Watching TV Initial setup When you turn on the TV for the first time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels where you live. Perform the following steps before you press TV POWER on the remote control unit. 1. Insert the batteries into the remote control unit. (See page 13.) 2.

  • Page 23: Changing Channels Analog-Tv

    Watching TV Changing channels - Analog-TV You can change channels in several ways. NOTE • While watching a broad cast, press A-ANALOG-B to view the image received from the other tuner. Method 1 Using CHr/s on the remote control unit or on the display.

  • Page 24: Changing Volume/Sound

    Watching TV Changing volume/sound ■ Changing the volume You can change the volume on the Display or on the remote control unit. ■ Using VOL k k k k k /l l l l l Display VOL l/k • To increase the volume, press VOL k k k k k . •...

  • Page 25: Setting Mts/Sap Stereo Mode

    Watching TV Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode The TV has a feature that allows reception of sound other than the main audio for the program. This feature is called Multi-channel Television Sound (MTS). The TV with MTS can receive mono sound, stereo sound and Secondary Audio Programs (SAP).

  • Page 26: Connecting Digital Cable Module

    Watching TV Connecting Digital Cable Module Digital Cable Module is called CableCARD™. By attaching the CableCARD, you can receive various digital services provided by your Cable Company. To obtain and use a CableCARD you need to first submit an application. Please contact your cable company to discuss receiving an application.

  • Page 27: Basic Adjustment Settings

    Basic adjustment settings AV input mode menu items List of AV menu items to help you with operations Picture OPC ... Page 33 Backlight ... Page 32 Contrast ... Page 32 Brightness ... Page 32 Color ... Page 32 Tint ... Page 32 Sharpness ...

  • Page 28: Pc Input Mode Menu Items

    Basic adjustment settings *PC input mode menu items List of PC menu items to help you with operations *When INPUT5 is set to PC. Picture OPC ... Page 33 Backlight ... Page 32 Contrast ... Page 32 Brightness ... Page 32 Red ...

  • Page 29: Channel Setup

    Basic adjustment settings Antenna setting Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV when selecting “Air” or “Cable” for ANALOG-A, B and DIGITAL. Press c/d to select “Air” or “Cable” for ANALOG-A, then press a/b to move down. Press c/d to select “Air”...
  • Page 30 Basic adjustment settings Channel search Channel auto search makes the TV look for all channels viewable in the set area. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Setup”. Press a/b to select “CH Setup”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 31: Antenna Setup-Digital

    Basic adjustment settings Antenna Setup - DIGITAL In order to enjoy digital broadcasts, you need a digital broadcast antenna. You can set the antenna configuration through the Antenna Setting screen. Antenna setting Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Setup”. Press a/b to select “Antenna Setup - DIGITAL”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 32: Favorite Channel Setting

    Basic adjustment settings Favorite channel setting This function allows you to program 4 favorite channels, in 4 different categories. By setting the favorite channels in advance, you can select your favorite channels easily. Select the channel you want to register as a favorite channel.

  • Page 33: Picture Adjustments

    Basic adjustment settings Picture adjustments Adjusts the picture to your preference with the following picture settings. Adjustments items for AV source MENU [ Picture ] Picture Audio On : Display Backlight [ +8] –8 Contrast [+30] Brightness –30 Color –30 Tint –30 Sharpness...

  • Page 34: Opc Setting

    Basic adjustment settings OPC setting Automatically adjusts the brightness of the screen. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Picture”. Press a/b to select “OPC”. Press c/d to select “On” or “On: Display”. Backlight [ +8] –8 Contrast [+30]...

  • Page 35: Color Temperature

    Basic adjustment settings Color temperature For a better white balance, use color temperature correction. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Picture”. Press a/b to select “Advanced”, and then press ENTER. Press a/b to select “Color Temp.”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 36: Monochrome

    Basic adjustment settings Monochrome For viewing a video in monochrome. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Picture”. Press a/b to select “Advanced”, and then press ENTER. Press a/b to select “Monochrome”, and then press ENTER. C.

  • Page 37: Sound Adjustment

    Basic adjustment settings Sound adjustment You can adjust the sound quality to your preference with the following settings. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Audio”. MENU [ Audio ] Audio Treble [ 0] –15 Bass [ 0] –15 Balance...

  • Page 38: Power Control

    Basic adjustment settings Power control Power control setting allows you to save energy. Power control for AV source No signal off When set to “Enable”, the power will automatically shut down if no signal inputs for 15 minutes. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Power Control”.

  • Page 39: Digital Setup

    Basic adjustment settings (DIGITAL) Digital Setup This setting allows you to set the image of Digital broadcasting. Video Setup You can adjust the settings for Digital image. Screen Size Set the format of image of Digital broadcasting. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Digital Setup”.

  • Page 40: Audio Setup

    Basic adjustment settings (DIGITAL) Audio Setup You can output digital audio to an AV amp or similar device whose DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT terminal is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal on the Display. Please select an audio output format compatible with the audio format of the program you are watching and the equipment connected.

  • Page 41: Using Memory Card

    Using memory card Important notes on using memory cards • We will not be liable for misuse of the LCD TV set, any troubles during use, or other problems, or any damages arising out of the use of the LCD TV set, except for the cases for which we are liable by statute. •...
  • Page 42 Using memory card You can use memory cards (commercially available) for recording and playing back pictures. • Please use an appropriate PC card adapter (commercially available) for each memory card. • Following memory cards are available. (Note that names for memory cards vary depending on manufacturers.) Memory card name Storage capacity...

  • Page 43: Card Setup Mode Menu Items

    Using memory card Card Setup mode menu items Still Setup Card Setup Video Setup Format Slide show operation panel CARD - STILL 0001/0045 ORDER:NORMAL PREV. SLIDE SHOW Rotate the image Pause Go to previous image Start slide show Stop slide show Go to next image Precautions when playing back PC image data on the LCD TV Recording formats of image data:...
  • Page 44 Using memory card Opening the PC CARD slot cover Use your fingertip to slide the catch in the direction of the arrow. Inserting a PC card adapter • Press in the EJECT button if it is popped out. • Insert a memory card to a PC card adapter beforehand.

  • Page 45: Recording A Still Image

    Using memory card Recording a still image You can record a still image on the card. Press FREEZE. Cooking Time Press REC. Cooking Time Still image captured on card. • “Still image captured on card.” displays. Press ENTER to update the still image. Cooking Time NOTE The list of broadcasting type or input signal not available...

  • Page 46: Setting/Unprotecting Slide Show

    Using memory card Setting/unprotecting Slide Show You can adjust the interval, order and repeat settings. Press CARD and the card mode screen displays. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Card Setup”. Press a/b to select “Still Setup”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 47: Protecting/Unprotecting Still Picture Files

    Using memory card Protecting/unprotecting still picture files You can protect any file you do not want to delete. Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Setting Slide Show. Press a/b to select “File Operation”, and then press ENTER. Slide Show My Program Audio Select File Operation Press a/b to select “Protect”, and then...

  • Page 48: Recording A Motion Picture

    Using memory card Recording a motion picture Use this setting to record images you are currently watching. Record with the settings made in “Rec. Mode” and “Pre Record”. Press REC to start recording. • CARD indicator lights up red. • Recording information displays in the lower right corner of the screen.

  • Page 49: Pre Record

    Using memory card Pre Record You can record the picture slightly before the point where you pressed the record button, enabling you to record just the scene you wanted. Repeat steps 1 to 4 in Rec. Mode. Press a/b to select “Pre Record”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 50: Deleting A Motion Picture File

    Using memory card Deleting a motion picture file Repeat step 1 to 5 in Protecting motion picture files. Press a/b to select “Delete File”, and then press ENTER. Press a/b/c/d to select the file you want to delete, and then press ENTER. Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 51: Using External Equipment

    Using external equipment You can connect many types of external equipment to your System, like a DVD player, VCR, Digital TV tuner, PC, HDMI equipment, game console and camcorder. To view external source images, select the input source from INPUT on the remote control unit or on the Display. Displaying an external equipment image Explanation here is for the setting when connecting DVD to INPUT1 terminal.

  • Page 52: Connecting A Dvd Player

    Using external equipment Connecting a DVD player You can use the INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 4 or INPUT 5 terminals when connecting to a DVD player and other audiovisual equipment. When using component cable. Component video cable (commercially Audio cable available) (commercially available) DVD player...

  • Page 53: Connecting A Vcr

    Using external equipment Connecting a VCR You can use the INPUT 3 terminal when connecting a VCR and other audiovisual equipment. NOTE • The S-video terminal has priority over the video terminals. S-video cable (commercially available) Connecting a game console or camcorder A game console, camcorder and some other audiovisual equipment are conveniently connected using the INPUT 3 terminals.

  • Page 54: Connecting A Digital Tv Stb

    Using external equipment Connecting a Digital TV STB You can use the INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 4 or INPUT 5 terminals when connecting a Digital TV STB and other audiovisual equipment. When using component cable. Component video cable (commercially available) Audio cable (commercially available) Digital TV STB...

  • Page 55: Connecting Hdmi Equipment

    Using external equipment Connecting HDMI equipment You can use the INPUT 4 terminal when connecting an HDMI equipment. Displaying an image from HDMI equipment To watch an HDMI equipment image, select “INPUT4” from “INPUT SOURCE” menu using INPUT on the remote control unit or on the Display.

  • Page 56: Connecting A Pc

    Using external equipment Connecting a PC Use the INPUT 5 terminal to connect a PC. NOTE • Refer to page 81 for a list of PC signals compatible with the TV. ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable (commercially available) PC with DVI terminal ø...

  • Page 57: Connecting D-Vhs Decks (I.link Connection)

    Using external equipment Connecting D-VHS Decks (i.LINK connection) About i.LINK i.LINK is an interface connection using a serial transfer system and is able to transfer multimedia data, such as digital images and digital sound, between devices that have i.LINK terminals. i.LINK is a term defined in the IEEE 1394 (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) standard.

  • Page 58: Setting The Recording Mode

    Using external equipment Setting the recording mode (i.LINK) • The function for automatically adjusting the recording mode of connected D-VHS decks can be turned on or off. • Since most of the currently available D-VHS decks automatically recognize the transfer rates of the pictures and sound being recorded and control the recording mode accordingly, you should always set this Mode to “Pass thru”...

  • Page 59: Selecting A D-Vhs Deck (I.link)

    Using external equipment Selecting a D-VHS deck (i.LINK) • In order to control a D-VHS deck from the TV, you must first choose the D-VHS deck to be controlled. • One D-VHS deck can be chosen from up to 16 i.LINK connected decks.

  • Page 60: Deleting A Preset D-Vhs Deck (I.link)

    Using external equipment Deleting a preset D-VHS deck (i.LINK) • Preset D-VHS decks can be selected from a list. • If a D-VHS deck is connected, it cannot be deleted from the list. Press i.LINK to display the i.LINK control panel.

  • Page 61: Automatic Input Switching To I.link

    Using external equipment NOTE • Even when a connected D-VHS deck is playing, input signal can be switched to digital broadcasting by shifting the cursor to the input selection button and pressing ENTER. • This TV may not be able to operate some D-VHS decks using the control panel, or to display picture and/or sound input from some D-VHS decks.

  • Page 62: Recording Digital Programs With A D-Vhs Deck (I.link)

    Using external equipment Recording digital programs with a D-VHS deck (i.LINK) • Before commencing this procedure, the steps in “i.LINK Setup” on page 57 need to be completed beforehand. • Please also refer to the operation manual of the D- VHS deck to be used with this TV.

  • Page 63: Useful Adjustment Settings

    Useful adjustment settings Image position (AV input mode only) For adjusting a picture’s horizontal and vertical position. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Setup”. Press a/b to select “Position”, and then press ENTER. Press a/b to select “H-Pos.” or “V-Pos.”. H-Pos.

  • Page 64: Connecting External Speakers

    Useful adjustment settings Connecting external speakers Rear view How to connect the speaker cable 1 1 1 1 1 Push down the tab. 2 2 2 2 2 Insert the end of the cable. 3 3 3 3 3 Lift the tab back up.

  • Page 65: Audio Quality Control

    Useful adjustment settings Audio Quality Control Audio Quality Control automatically optimizes the audio quality to suit internal (supplied) speakers. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Setup”. Press a/b to select “Speaker Setup”, and then press ENTER. Select “Audio Quality Control”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 66: Auto Sync. Adjustment (Pc Input Mode Only)

    Useful adjustment settings Auto Sync. adjustment (PC input mode only) For automatically adjusting the PC image. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Setup”. Press a/b to select “Auto Sync.”, and then press ENTER. Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 67: Input Select

    Useful adjustment settings Input Select Display INPUT button Selecting input source Use this menu to select the input source. Press INPUT. • A list of selectable sources appears. Press INPUT again to select the input source. • An image from the selected source automatically displays.

  • Page 68: Input Label

    Useful adjustment settings Input Label Lets you set the input terminal displayed using the INPUT SOURCE menu or channel display. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Setup”. Press a/b to select “Input Label”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 69: Av Mode

    Useful adjustment settings AV MODE AV MODE gives you six viewing options to choose from to best match environment of the TV, which can vary due to factors like room brightness, type of program watched or the type of image input from external equipment.

  • Page 70: View Mode (For Pc Input Mode)

    Useful adjustment settings Input signal (640m480) View Mode Normal Zoom Stretch Dot by Dot Input signal (1024m768) View Mode Zoom Stretch Dot by Dot Screen size images. Normal Input signal ex. 640g480 Keeps the original aspect ratio in a full screen display.

  • Page 71: Input Signal (For Pc Input Mode)

    Useful adjustment settings Input signal (for PC input mode) • 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 72: Output Select

    Useful adjustment settings Output Select Allows you to select what controls the audio output. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Option”. Press a/b to select “Output Select”, and then press ENTER. Press c/d to select “Fixed” or “Variable”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 73: Title Display Type

    Useful adjustment settings Title Display Type Select the CH display for Digital broadcasting. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Option”. Press a/b to select “Title Display Type”, and then press ENTER. Press c/d to select “Yes” or “No”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 74: Closed Caption

    Useful adjustment settings Closed caption • Your TV is equipped with an internal closed caption decoder. Closed caption is the system which allows you to view conversations, narration, and sound effects in TV programs and home videos as subtitles on your Display.

  • Page 75: Caption Size

    Useful adjustment settings Caption Size Select a caption size. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Option”. Press a/b to select “Caption Setup”, and then press ENTER. Press a/b to select “Caption Size”. Caption Size Font Style Foreground Color A B C Foreground Opacity...

  • Page 76: Foreground Color

    Useful adjustment settings Foreground Color Select a character foreground color. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Option”. Press a/b to select “Caption Setup”, and then press ENTER. Press a/b to select “Foreground Color”. Caption Size Font Style Foreground Color A B C...

  • Page 77: Background Opacity

    Useful adjustment settings Background Opacity Select a background opacity value. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Option”. Press a/b to select “Caption Setup”, and then press ENTER. Press a/b to select “Background Opacity”. Caption Size Font Style Foreground Color A B C...

  • Page 78: Secret Number Setting For Parental Control (Av Input Mode Only)

    Useful adjustment settings Secret number setting for parental control (AV input mode only) Allows you to use a secret number to protect certain settings from being accidentally changed. IMPORTANT: Three conditions must be met to enable V-Chip (see pages 79 to 83): 1 Secret No.
  • Page 79 Useful adjustment settings Changing the secret number Allows you to change your current secret number. Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Setting a secret number. • Secret number setting menu displays. Input the 4-digit secret number by using 0 – Press a/b to select “Secret No.”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 80: Parental Control (Setting V-Chip Level)

    Useful adjustment settings Parental control (setting V-CHIP level) V-CHIP is an electronic filtering device built into your TV. This tool gives parents a great degree of control over broadcasts accessed by their children. It allows parents to select programs judged suitable for child viewing while blocking ones judged not suitable.
  • Page 81 Useful adjustment settings Voluntary movie rating system (MPAA) Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Setup”. Press a/b to select “Parental CTRL”, and then press ENTER. • Secret number setting menu displays only when “Secret No.” is set. (See page 77.) •...
  • Page 82 Useful adjustment settings 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 83 Useful adjustment settings Canadian English ratings Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Setup”. Press a/b to select “Parental CTRL”, and then press ENTER. • Secret number setting menu displays only when “Secret No.” is set. (See page 77.) •...

  • Page 84: How To Temporarily Release The V-Chip Block

    Useful adjustment settings How to temporarily release the V-CHIP BLOCK • The V-CHIP BLOCK is working and censors a broadcast, “V-CHIP HAS BEEN ACTIVATED.” displays. Press ENTER while the V-CHIP is working and then the secret number setting menu displays. Enter your 4-digit secret number with 0 –...

  • Page 85: Center Channel Input

    Useful adjustment settings Center Channel Input You can use the display speakers as center speaker when using 5.1ch surrounding sound system. Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Press c/d to select “Option”, and then press ENTER. Press a/b to select “Center Channel Input”, and then press ENTER.

  • Page 86: Other Viewing Options

    Other viewing options Viewing a list of Digital broadcast channels You can view a list of all currently watchable digital broadcast channels. Press CH LIST while watching a digital broadcast. • A list of all digital channels (Air or Cable) currently watchable will be displayed.

  • Page 87: Twin Picture Functions

    Other viewing options Twin picture functions Allows you to display two pictures on the screen at one time. Twin picture in all cases You can display two same-sized pictures except when inputting from INPUT 4 (HDMI) and INPUT 5 (DVI-I) terminals and CARD.
  • Page 88 Other viewing options Presetting remote control function You can operate the connected AV products (AV Receiver, Cable Box, SAT tuner, DTV, VCR, DVD, LD) using the presetting manufacturer function for your remote control unit. Presetting manufacturer codes Press FUNCTION until the LED for your device lights up.
  • Page 89 06, 07, 33, 51 Realistic 01, 02, 10, 24 Samsung 23, 31 Sanyo 10, 14, 52 Scott Sears 06, 11, 24 01, 02, 03 Sharp Shintom Sony 12, 13, 38 Sound Design Sylvania 05, 08 Symphonic Tatung Teac 15, 29...
  • Page 90 Other viewing options Cable control buttons When the FUNCTION is set to CBL/SAT the cable converter connected to the Display can operate using 1 to 4. SOURCE POWER Turns the cable converter power on and off. 0 – 9 Press a button (or buttons) that corresponds to the channel that you wish to watch.
  • Page 91 Other viewing options 3 10 VCR control buttons The remote control unit button will function as follows when the FUNCTION of the remote control unit is set to VCR. • When the input selector button having the same number as the input terminal connecting the VCR is pressed, the VCR can operate using 1 to 8.
  • Page 92 Other viewing options Notice ■ When you change your adress • If you change your address, please return the CableCARD to your Cable Provider Company. • You will not be able to use it at your new address. ■ About EAS(Emergency Alert System) •...

  • Page 93: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting Problem • No power • Unit cannot be operated. • Remote control unit does not operate. • Picture is cut off/with sidebar screen. • When playing back video in card mode, a part of the image is missing or the image is out of position.

  • Page 94: Pc Compatibility Chart

    Appendix Attension about Digital broadcasting ■ The error message about reception of broadcast The example of an error message Error code displayed on a screen • Failed to receive broadcast. • No broadcast now. ■ The cautions about i.LINK Cautions sentence •...

  • Page 95: Rs-232C Port Specifications

    Appendix RS-232C port specifications PC Control of the TV • When a program is set, the Display can be controlled from the PC using the RS-232C terminal. The input signal (PC/AV) can be selected, the volume can be adjusted and various other adjustments and settings can be made, enabling automatic programmed playing.

  • Page 96: Command Table

    Appendix Response code format Normal response Return code (0DH) Problem response (communication error or incorrect command) Return code (0DH) Command table • Commands not indicated here are not guaranteed to operate. CONTROL ITEM COMMAND PARAMETER POWER SETTING P O W R INPUT SELECTION A TOGGLE T G D...

  • Page 97: Specifications

    Accessories • As 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. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.

  • Page 98: Dimensional Drawings

    Dimensional drawings Display LC-37GD6U Unit: inch/(mm) 822.6...
  • Page 99 Dimensional drawings Display LC-32GD6U Unit: inch/(mm) 700.4...
  • Page 100 Dimensional drawings Display LC-26GD6U Unit: inch/(mm)

  • Page 101: How To Set The Factory Presets

    HOW TO SET THE FACTORY PRESETS Check that the power indicator is not on. Remove the AC cord and switch off the power. Press and hold down RESET at the same time as you re-insert the AC Cord into the outlet and switch on the TV. All setting items (except TV channel) return to the factory presetting.

  • Page 102: 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 103 (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.
  • Page 104 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper. Imprimé sur 100% de papier recyclé. Impreso en 100% de papel reciclado de postconsumo. Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135 SHARP CORPORATION Printed in Japan Imprimé au Japon Impreso en Japón...

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