Sharp AQUOS LC-37BD60U Operation Manual

Sharp AQUOS LC-37BD60U Operation Manual

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LC-32BD60U
LC-37BD60U
LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
TÉLÉVISEUR ACL
TELEVISOR CON PANTALLA
DE CRISTAL LÍQUIDO
OPERATION MANUAL
MODE D'EMPLOI
MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN
IMPORTANT
: Please read this operation manual before starting operating the equipment.
IMPORTANT
: Veuillez lire ce mode d'emploi avant de commencer à utiliser l'appareil.
IMPORTANTE : Lea este manual de operación antes de comenzar a operar el equipo.

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  • Page 1 LC-32BD60U LC-37BD60U LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION TÉLÉVISEUR ACL TELEVISOR CON PANTALLA DE CRISTAL LÍQUIDO OPERATION MANUAL MODE D'EMPLOI MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN IMPORTANT : Please read this operation manual before starting operating the equipment. IMPORTANT : Veuillez lire ce mode d'emploi avant de commencer à utiliser l'appareil. IMPORTANTE : Lea este manual de operación antes de comenzar a operar el equipo.
  • Page 3: Important Information

    LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION 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. IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO WARNING: NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
  • Page 4: Trademarks

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-32BD60U/LC-37BD60U This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 5: 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 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,...
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CHILD SAFETY: It Makes A Difference How and Where You Use Your Flat Panel Display Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tips in mind: TUNE INTO SAFETY • One size does NOT fi t all. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for the safe installation and use of your fl...
  • Page 8: Supplied Accessories

    • To avoid scratching the frame or screen, please use a soft, lint free cloth for cleaning. Approved cleaning cloths are available directly from Sharp in single (00Z-LCD-CLOTH) or triple (00Z-LCD-CLOTH-3) packs. Call 1-800-BE-SHARP for ordering, or VISIT www.sharpusa.com/SharpDirect. QUICK REFERENCE Attaching the Stand •...
  • Page 9: Quick Installation Tips

    TV POWER on the remote control to turn the power on. IMPORTANT: POWER IF THE UNIT DOES NOT POWER ON - UNPLUG THE TELEVISION FROM THE OUTLET AND REPEAT THE INSTALLATION STEPS. IF YOU STILL ENCOUNTER NO POWER, PLEASE CONTACT US AT 1-800-BE-SHARP. 30º Remote control sensor 30º 30º 30º...
  • Page 10: Preparation

    Preparation 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 11: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT INFORMATION ...1 Trademarks ...2 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER ...3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...3 Supplied Accessories...6 QUICK REFERENCE ...6 Attaching the Stand ...6 QUICK INSTALLATION TIPS ...7 Using the Remote Control Unit ...7 Preparation ...8 Antennas ...8 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Unit ...8 Contents ...9...
  • Page 12: Part Names

    Part Names • The illustrations in this operation manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual operations. • The examples used throughout this manual are based on the LC-37BD60U model. TV (Front) * OPC: Optical Picture Control TV (Side) (SKIP REV) button (SKIP FWD) button...
  • Page 13: Tv (Side/Rear)

    Part Names TV (Side/Rear) INPUT 5 terminal (HDMI) INPUT 3 terminals SERVICE terminal *1 See pages 13 and 14 for external equipment connection. *2 The Disc Drive has an ETHERNET terminal. With a future fi rmware update, you will be able to enjoy additional contents by downloading them via the Internet. (For the BD-VIDEO discs compatible with BD-LIVE.) *3 See page 7 for connecting the AC cord.
  • Page 14: Remote Control Unit

    Part Names Remote Control Unit • When using the remote control unit, point it at the TV. TV POWER: Switch the TV power on or enter standby. (See page 15.) DISPLAY: Display the channel information. When a Blu-ray disc is loaded, the disc information during playback is displayed. SOURCE POWER: Turns the power of the external equipment on and off.
  • Page 15: Connecting To External Equipment

    Connecting to External Equipment You can connect many types of external equipment to your TV like a Blu-ray disc player, DVD player, VCR, Digital TV tuner, HDMI equipment, game console or camcorder. To view external source images, select the input source from INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV.
  • Page 16: Using Digital Audio Output

    Connecting to External Equipment Using Digital Audio Output It is possible to output audio through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal. (See page 37 for details.) PCM audio outputs from the terminal. To optical digital input of external audio devices • Depending on the connected equipment, audio will not output from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal in HDMI connection.
  • Page 17: Watching Tv

    Watching TV Turning On/Off the Power POWER TV POWER (On/Standby) Initial Setup When you turn on the TV for the fi rst time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels available in the region where you live. Perform the following steps before you press TV POWER on the remote control unit.
  • Page 18: Direct Button Operation

    Direct Button Operation Changing Channels You can change channels by pressing CH • (DOT). Examples: To select a 1 or 2-digit channel number (e. g., Channel 5): Press 5 ENT. To select a 3-digit channel number (e. g., Channel 115): Press 1 ENT.
  • Page 19: Digital Broadcasting Audio Mode

    Direct Button Operation AV MODE AV MODE gives you several viewing options to choose from to best match the surrounding 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 20 Direct Button Operation POWER SAVING Allows you to set the Power Saving level in order to decrease the power consumption and increase the backlight lifespan. Press POWER SAVING. • Each time you press POWER SAVING, the mode changes as shown below. Advanced Standard •...
  • Page 21 Direct Button Operation VIEW MODE You can select the screen size. Press VIEW MODE. • The View Mode menu displays. • The menu lists the View Mode options selectable for the type of video signal currently being received. Press VIEW MODE or a / b while the View Mode menu is displayed to select a desired item on the menu. •...
  • Page 22: About Discs

    About Discs Blu-ray Disc Blu-ray disc is the ultimate next generation optical media format, offering the following key features: • Largest capacity (25 GB single layer – 50 GB dual layer) – with over 5 times the amount of content possible with current DVDs, particularly well suited for high defi...
  • Page 23: Bd-Video

    About Discs ■ The following CD-RW/R discs cannot be played. • Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be played back. • Discs recorded in a format other than an Audio CD cannot be played back. • Discs may not be played back depending on their recording status or the status of the disc itself.
  • Page 24: Disc Precautions

    • Never use commercially available cleaning discs. The use of these discs can damage the lens. • Request the nearest service center approved by SHARP to clean the lens. Warnings about dew formation • Condensation may form on pick up lens or disc in the following conditions: –...
  • Page 25: Disc Playback

    Disc Playback This section explains playback of commercially available BD-VIDEO and DVD-VIDEO discs (like movies), CDs, and recorded DVD-RW/R discs. Loading a Disc Insert the disc into the disc slot. • The label side of the disc must face towards the front of the TV (towards you).
  • Page 26: Bd/Dvd Menus

    Disc Playback BD/DVD Menus • This section explains how to play back a BD/DVD-VIDEO disc with a top menu, disc menu or pop-up menu. • The titles listed in the top menu and a disc guide (for options like subtitles and audio languages) are given in the disc menu.
  • Page 27: Bonusview

    Disc Playback BONUSVIEW Use of Picture in Picture Function (Secondary Audio/Video Playback) BD-VIDEO BD-VIDEO that includes secondary audio and video compatible with Picture in Picture can be played back with secondary audio and video simultaneously as a small video in the corner. Primary audio/video •...
  • Page 28: Audio Cd Playback

    Disc Playback Sorting the Titles Each time you press B, the Title List display changes between displaying the newest titles fi rst and the oldest titles fi rst. Playing Back the Title You Stopped While Being Played Press D while the Title List screen is displayed. From Beginning From Continued Press c / d to select the type of playback, and then...
  • Page 29 Disc Playback Repeat Playback of a Title or Chapter (Repeat Playback) Play back the title or chapter you want to repeat. Press DISC MENU. • The DISC MENU control screen is displayed. BD-VIDEO 1 / 3 00 : 20 : 30 2 English 5 .
  • Page 30 Disc Playback Displaying the Audio Information Pressing AUDIO displays the audio information for the disc being played back. • The displayed information varies depending on the disc. BD-VIDEO DVD-VIDEO The audio track currently being played back will be displayed. • If multiple audio is recorded, you can switch the audio each time you press AUDIO.
  • Page 31: Settings During Playback

    Disc Playback Settings During Playback DISC MENU Control This allows you to adjust various settings at once, like subtitles, angle settings and the title selection for Direct Playback. You can adjust the video and audio to suit your preferences. The operations are the same for BD and DVD.
  • Page 32: On-Screen Display Menu

    On-Screen Display Menu Menu Items For TV/Blu-ray/INPUT 1/2/3 Mode Picture Menu OPC ... Page 32 Backlight ... Page 32 Contrast ... Page 32 Brightness ... Page 32 Color ... Page 32 Tint ... Page 32 Sharpness ... Page 32 Advanced C.M.S.-Hue ...
  • Page 33: On-Screen Display Menu Operation

    On-Screen Display Menu On-Screen Display Menu Operation Example Picture [On(Display)] Backlight Contrast [ 30] Brightness [ b2] Color Tint Sharpness Advanced Reset : Select : Enter : Back ENTER RETURN The bar above is an operational guide for the remote control. The bar will change in accordance with each menu setting screen.
  • Page 34: Picture Menu

    On-Screen Display Menu Picture Menu Adjusts the picture to your preference with the following picture settings. Example Picture [On(Display)] Backlight Contrast [ 30] Brightness [ b2] Color Tint Sharpness Advanced Reset Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then press c / d to select "Picture".
  • Page 35: Audio Menu

    On-Screen Display Menu Film Mode (3:2 pull-down) Automatically detects a fi lm-based source (originally encoded at 24 frames/second), analyzes it then recreates each still fi lm frame for high-defi nition picture quality. On: Detects, analyzes, converts fi lm source. Off: Normal viewing mode. •...
  • Page 36: Power Control Menu

    On-Screen Display Menu Power Control Menu Power control setting allows you to save energy. Example Power Control Power Saving Blu-ray disc Ecology No Signal Off No Operation Off Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then press c / d to select "Power Control". Press a/ b to select a specifi...
  • Page 37: Setup Menu

    On-Screen Display Menu Setup Menu Example Setup EZ Setup CH Setup Input Skip Input Label Parental CTRL Position PC Setup PC Audio Select HDMI Auto View Audio Setup Language Reset Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then press c / d to select "Setup". Press a / b to select a specifi...
  • Page 38: Position

    On-Screen Display Menu Position For adjusting a picture's horizontal and vertical position. H-Pos.: Centers the image by moving it to the left or right. V-Pos.: Centers the image by moving it up or down. • For resetting adjustments to the factory preset values, press a / b to select "Reset", and then press ENTER.
  • Page 39: Audio Setup

    On-Screen Display Menu Audio Setup You can output digital audio to an AV amplifi er or similar device whose DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT terminal is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal on the TV. Please select an audio output format compatible with the audio format of the program you are watching and the equipment connected.
  • Page 40 On-Screen Display Menu ■ MPAA (Voluntary movie rating system) Example MPAA TV Guidelines ----- Can. English Ratings ----- Can. French Ratings PG-13 ----- Block NC-17 Block Block NONE Press a / b to adjust the item to your desired position. "Block"...
  • Page 41: Canadian English Ratings

    On-Screen Display Menu Canadian Rating Systems (Canadian English ratings and Canadian French ratings) • 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 42: Option Menu

    On-Screen Display Menu Option Menu Example Option Blu-ray disc Setup AQUOS LINK Setup Audio Only Input Select Output Select Color System Digital Caption Setup Digital Caption Info. Program Title Display Favorite CH Operation Lock Out Demo Mode Identification Software Update Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then press c / d to select "Option".
  • Page 43: Favorite Ch (Favorite Channel Setting)

    USB memory device with the update fi le into the SERVICE terminal on the TV. To check for the availability of a software update, visit www.sharpusa.com. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP (800-237-4277). CAUTION • Do not remove the USB memory device or unplug the AC cord while the software is being updated.
  • Page 44 On-Screen Display Menu Press ENTER to start checking the data in the USB memory device. Insert the USB memory device containing the software update file. Use SERVICE port near the INPUT3. During the data checking, “Checking” blinks. Now checking the data in the USB memory device. Checking •...
  • Page 45: Blu-Ray Disc Setup

    On-Screen Display Menu Blu-ray disc Setup Audio Video Settings ■ Play Format Set the playback setting for content recorded in 24Hz. Auto: The content is played back in 24Hz. Off: The content is played back in 60Hz. ■ Secondary Audio This toggles the clicking sound on the menu and audio with secondary video in picture in picture mode for BD- VIDEO.
  • Page 46: Language Code List

    On-Screen Display Menu Country Code List USA / CANADA / JAPAN / GERMANY / FRANCE / UK / ITALY / SPAIN / SWISS / SWEDEN / HOLLAND / NORWAY / DENMARK / FINLAND / BELGIUM / HONG KONG / SINGAPORE / THAILAND / MALAYSIA / INDONESIA / TAIWAN /PHILIPPINE / AUSTRALIA / RUSSIA / CHINA Language List English / Français / Deutsch / Italiano / Español / Japanese / Svenska / Nederlands...
  • Page 47 STORAGE/SERVICE terminal on the Disc Drive of this To check for the availability of a software update, visit www.sharpusa.com. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP (800-237-4277). CAUTION • Do not remove the USB memory device or unplug the AC cord while the software is being updated.
  • Page 48 On-Screen Display Menu Press a / b to select “Software Update”, and then press ENTER. • If you have not yet set the password, go to step 6. Audio Video Settings Playback Setting Version USB Memory Management Software Update Enter the 4-digit number by using 0-9. Enter 4-digit password Press ENTER to start checking data in the USB memory device.
  • Page 49: Other Viewing Options

    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 of your remote control unit. Presetting manufacturer codes Press FUNCTION until the LED for your device lights up.
  • Page 50 Other Viewing Options Manufacturer codes REMOTE CONTROL CODE VCR BRAND DVD/BD/LD BRAND NUMBER CATV/SAT BRAND • Numbers marked with * are SAT codes, all others are CATV codes. AUDIO BRAND REMOTE CONTROL CODE NUMBER REMOTE CONTROL CODE NUMBER REMOTE CONTROL CODE NUMBER...
  • Page 51: Using Aquos Link

    Using AQUOS LINK Controlling HDMI Equipment Using AQUOS LINK What’s AQUOS LINK? • Using the HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) protocol, with AQUOS LINK you can interactively operate compatible system equipment (Blu-ray disc equipment, AV amplifi er, DVD). • By connecting AQUOS LINK-compatible devices with HDMI-certifi ed cables to the TV, you can control a recorder or AV amplifi...
  • Page 52 Using AQUOS LINK AQUOS LINK Setup Press MENU to display the MENU screen, and then press c / d to select "Option". Press a / b to select “AQUOS LINK Setup”, and then press ENTER. Press a / b to select a specifi c item, and then press ENTER.
  • Page 53: Aquos Link Menu

    Using AQUOS LINK One Touch Playback AQUOS LINK allows you to operate the HDMI- connected equipment with one remote control. Press d to start playing back a title. • The last played program is played back. You can use the following buttons during broadcast viewing.
  • Page 54 Using AQUOS LINK Playback of Titles Using AQUOS LINK This section explains how to play back a title in the AQUOS LINK-compatible equipment. Power on the AQUOS LINK-compatible equipment, and select appropriate external input. Press OPTION to display the AQUOS LINK MENU screen.
  • Page 55: Appendix

    Setting the TV on the Wall CAUTION • This TV should be mounted on the wall only with the wall mount bracket AN-37AG5 (SHARP). The use of other wall mount brackets may result in an unstable installation and may cause serious injuries.
  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Appendix Troubleshooting Problem • No power • Unit cannot be operated. • Remote control unit does not operate. • Picture is cut off/with sidebar screen. • Strange color, light color, or color misalignment • Power is suddenly turned off. • No picture •...
  • Page 57: Troubleshooting-Disc Playback

    Appendix Troubleshooting-Disc Playback Problem • No picture. • Video stops. • No sound or distorted sound from speakers. • Cannot play a disc. • During playback of a commercial BD-VIDEO or DVD-VIDEO disc, the soundtrack switches between dubbed and original language.
  • Page 58 Appendix Problem • Still image playback or frame advance playback does not work properly. • Fast forward/reverse (search) does not work properly. • Slow playback does not work properly. • Cannot play DVD discs recorded on other equipment. • The disc is automatically ejected. •...
  • Page 59: Rs-232C Port Specifi Cations

    Appendix RS-232C Port Specifi cations ■ PC control of the TV • Attach an RS-232C cable cross-type (commercially available) to the supplied Din/D-Sub RS-232C for the connections. • This operation system should be used by a person who is accustomed to using computers. ■...
  • Page 60: Specifi Cations

    The dimensional drawings are shown on the inside back cover. • As 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.
  • Page 61: Pc Compatibility Chart

    The copyrights for the software components and various relevant documents included with this product that were developed or written by SHARP are owned by SHARP and are protected by the Copyright Act, international treaties, and other relevant laws. This product also makes use of freely distributed software and software components whose copyrights are held by third parties.
  • Page 62: Calling For Service

    WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. The warranties given herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser and only for the time periods set forth herein. No other representations or promises made by anyone are permitted.
  • Page 63 NOTE...
  • Page 64: Dimensional Drawings

    Dimensional Drawings LC-32BD60U LC-37BD60U (773) (699.2) (200) (902) (824.4) (200) Unit: inch (mm) (516) (86) (138) (271) (526) (112) (138) (325)
  • Page 65 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495-1163 SHARP CORPORATION Printed in Mexico Imprimé au Mexique Impreso en México TINS-E042WJN1 09P01-MX-NM...

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