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Sharp LD-26SH1U Operation Manual

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26" LCD COLOR TV
TV LCD A COLOR DE 26"
LD-26SH1U
OPERATION MANUAL
MANUAL DE FUNCIONAMIENTO
English ...... E1
Español ..... S1

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  • Page 1 26" LCD COLOR TV TV LCD A COLOR DE 26" LD-26SH1U OPERATION MANUAL MANUAL DE FUNCIONAMIENTO English ... E1 Español ... S1...

  • Page 2: English

    IMPORTANT: To aid in reporting in case of loss or theft, please record the TV's model and serial numbers in the space provided. The numbers are located on the rear of the TV. IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Declaration of Conformity SHARP 26" LCD color TV LD-26SH1U This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following 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 4: Table Of Contents

    Setting TV channels ..............E28 Selecting broadcast (AIR) or cable TV (CABLE) for channel setting ......E29 Saving broadcast TV channels in the memory (CHANNEL SEARCH) .
  • Page 5 Watching TV or video on the computer screen (MULTI SCREEN) ......E50...

  • Page 6: Tips And Safety Instructions

    Tips and safety instructions Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp 26" LCD color TV. To ensure safety and many years of trouble- free operation of your product, please read the important safety instructions carefully before using this product.
  • Page 7 (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Precautions when transporting the TV When transporting the TV, be sure to always carry the TV by two people holding it with two hands – one hand on each side of the TV.
  • Page 8 - To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product. - To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place the AC power cord under the TV set or other heavy items.
  • Page 9 Tips and safety instructions - The TFT color LCD panel used in this TV is made with the application of high precision technology. However, there may be minute points on the screen where pixels never light or are permanently lit. Also, if the screen is viewed from an acute angle, there may be uneven colors or brightness.

  • Page 10: Product And Accessory Checklist

    (model name: NL-C04J) - You are advised to retain the carton in case the TV needs to be transported. - Sharp Corporation holds authorship rights to the Utility program. Do not reproduce it without permission. - The shape of the supplied accessories may not...

  • Page 11: Product Description

    Product description Main unit Front view Opening/closing the front cover To open the cover, press To close the cover, press 1. Speakers 5. Power LED 2. Headphone terminal 3. Remote sensor window 4. POWER button Removing/replacing the terminal cover Removing the cover until it clicks.
  • Page 12 C Security lock anchor AV-IN 2 By connecting a security lock (commercially available) to the security lock anchor, the TV is fixed so that it cannot be transported. The security slot works in conjunction with Kensington Micro Saver Security Systems.

  • Page 13: Remote Control

    ( 3.5 mm) to the TV. Notes: - When headphones are connected: - No sound can be heard from the TV speakers. In addition, when "AV-OUT(AUDIO)" is set to "VARIABLE1" or "VARIABLE2" in the MODE SELECT(2) menu, no sound via the audio output terminals can be heard either.

  • Page 14: Angle Adjustment

    Angle adjustment Adjust to an easy to view angle. CAUTION! - Be sure to hold both sides of the TV when adjusting the viewing angle. The LCD panel used in this TV is made of glass. Pressure from hands on the LCD panel could cause damage.

  • Page 15: Remote Control

    TV is under direct sunlight or strong lighting, or a fluorescent light is near the TV. In such case, change the angle or place of the lighting or TV, or operate the remote control closer to the remote sensor window.

  • Page 16: Tv Preparation Steps

    - The commercially available antenna cable is required. Connecting the TV to AV equipment (See pages E19 through E24.) - Follow these steps to connect the TV to AV equipment and enjoy watching DVDs or playing games. Connecting the TV to a computer (See pages E25 and E26.) - If your computer has an analog RGB output terminal, see Analog connection on page E25.

  • Page 17: Basic Adjustment Screen Operation

    Basic adjustment screen operation The explanations in this manual use primarily the remote control. (Operations requiring the use of control buttons on the TV are specifically identified using the words "on the TV".) The following table shows the remote control buttons and their corresponding control buttons on the TV.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Tv To A Home Antenna Terminal

    (commercially available). Notes: - The 75-ohm coaxial cable is recommended. - TV memory for channels is empty at shipment. To receive channels, use the CHANNEL SETTING menu. (See pages E28 through E30.) Outdoor antenna connection - Use one of the following two diagrams if you connect an outdoor antenna.
  • Page 19 RF switch (commercially available) Cable TV converter/ descrambler (commercially Note: - Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch, or combiner that might be required. using the TV's channel buttons. converter/descrambler by using the converter's channel keys.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Tv To Av Equipment

    Connecting the TV to AV equipment CAUTION! - Ensure that the TV and all the equipment you are connecting to it are switched off before you begin. See page E10 for information on removing/replacing the terminal cover. Examples of equipment you can connect...
  • Page 21 Connecting the TV to AV equipment AV equipment with video output terminals Output terminals of AV equipment (Yellow) VIDEO AUDIO-L (White) (Red) AUDIO-R RCA pin cable (commercially available) Output terminals of AV equipment VIDEO (Yellow) AUDIO-L (White) AUDIO-R (Red) RCA pin cable (commercially available)
  • Page 22 Connecting the TV to AV equipment AV equipment with S-video output terminals Output terminals of AV equipment S-VIDEO S-video cable (commercially available) (White) AUDIO-L AUDIO-R (Red) RCA pin cable (commercially available) Output terminals of AV equipment AUDIO-L (White) AUDIO-R (Red)
  • Page 23 Connecting the TV to AV equipment AV equipment with component output terminals Output terminals of AV equipment RCA pin cable (commercially available) AUDIO-L (White) AUDIO-R (Red) (Green) (Blue) (Red) Component video cable (commercially available) Note: - When using the component input terminals, do not connect the cable to the video input terminal of AV-IN 2.
  • Page 24 - Use the audio output terminals of AV-OUT as the audio input terminals for DVI. - After making the connection, follow the procedure below. 1. Press the POWER button to turn on the TV. (See page E32.) 2. Press the HDMI/DVI button once or twice to select DVI mode. (See page E32.) If the message asking you to change the "DVI SELECT"...
  • Page 25 S-video cable (commercially available) The image displayed on the TV screen and the sound can be output via the AV-OUT terminals to AV equipment. The AV-OUT terminal used to output the image differs depending on the terminal used for the input.

  • Page 26: Connecting The Tv To A Computer

    Connecting the TV to a computer CAUTION! - When connecting, ensure that the TV and all the equipment you are connecting to it are switched off. - Be careful not to over bend the cable or add extension cords as this could lead to a malfunction.
  • Page 27 See page E10 for information on removing/ replacing the terminal cover. - The TV has an input terminal for connecting to a computer with a DVI-compatible output terminal (DVI-D 24 pin or DVI-I 29 pin). (Depending on the type of computer to be connected, the display may not work correctly.)

  • Page 28: Connecting The Tv To A Power Source

    2. Place the power plug into an AC outlet. AC outlet Power cord (supplied) Note: - If the TV does not operate, disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet and reconnect it again. The setup must be completed in the proper order for the TV to function.

  • Page 29: Setting Tv Channels

    "CHANNEL SEARCH". Displaying the CHANNEL SETTING menu 1. Press the POWER button on the TV to turn on the When the power LED lights red, press the POWER button on the remote control. 2. Press the TV button to select TV mode.

  • Page 30: Selecting Broadcast (Air) Or Cable Tv (Cable) For Channel Setting

    4. When Channel Search completes, the CHANNEL SEARCH screen becomes off and TV screen becomes minimum channel of TV memory. If TV memory is empty, TV channel will be CH 2 (AIR and CABLE: STD) or CH 1 (CABLE: HRC and IRC). Notes:...

  • Page 31: Adding Weak Or Additional Channels Or Erasing Unwanted Channels From Tv Memory (Channel Memory)

    You can also use the channel buttons. 4. Press the button to add the channel to the TV memory. To erase the channel from the TV memory, press button. 5. Press the MENU button to exit the screen. Setting TV channels <...

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Computer Display Automatically (For Analog Signals)

    FREEZE SLEEP BRIGHT MODE 1. Press the POWER button on the TV to turn on the When the power LED lights red, press the POWER button on the remote control. 2. Press the PC button to select the PC (analog) mode.

  • Page 33: Common Operations

    MENU ENTER BRIGHT 1. Press the PC, TV, AV, or HDMI/DVI button. The TV will switch to the display mode for the button you pressed. Notes: - Each time you press the AV button, the input changes in the order of AV1 AV1...

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Backlight

    - When you turn on the TV, the initial display mode will be the mode being used when the TV was last turned off. (The factory setting is TV.)

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the volume The volume can be set individually for PC mode and TV/AV mode. Start by switching to the display mode for which you want to set the volume. DISPLAY MUTE FLASHBACK 1. Press the VOL +/ – buttons to adjust.

  • Page 36: Selecting The Language On The Screen

    Selecting the language on the screen You can select the language (English/Spanish/ French) using the MODE SELECT(1) menu while in any mode. (The selected language will be displayed in all modes.) POWER Virtual HDMI/DVI FREEZE MULTI VIEW MODE SLEEP MENU ENTER BRIGHT MODE...

  • Page 37: Watching Tv

    Watching TV TV memory for channels is empty at shipment. The first time you use the TV or when you move to a new area, set the channels using the CHANNEL SETTING menu. (See page E28.) POWER Virtual HDMI/DVI FREEZE...

  • Page 38: Selecting Mts (Multi Ch Tv Sound)

    Selecting MTS (Multi ch TV Sound) You can select MTS (Multi ch TV Sound) using the MTS button. STEREO stereo audio second audio program MONO monophonic audio POWER Virtual HDMI/DVI FREEZE MULTI VIEW MODE SLEEP MENU ENTER BRIGHT BRIGHT MODE...

  • Page 39: Setting The Closed Caption (Closed Caption)

    MUTE Notes: - If a broadcast has Closed Caption and the MUTE button is pressed, the TV enters the Caption mode automatically. Pressing the MUTE button again will return the TV to its previous condition. - Closed Caption may malfunction (white blocks, strange characters, etc.) if signal conditions are poor or if there are problems at the broadcast source.

  • Page 40: Adjusting The V-Chip Settings (V-Chip)

    TV Parental Guidelines. The MPAA rating is restricted by age. TV Parental Guidelines are restricted by age and content. - Since a TV program may use either the MPAA rating or the TV Guidelines, both should be adjusted for complete control.

  • Page 41: Tv Parental Guidelines

    When TV-Y7 in the age-based rating is set to BLOCK, this will automatically block the higher ratings: TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14, and TV-MA. In addition, D, L, S, V, and FV in CONTENT are automatically blocked unless you manually set BLOCK CONTENT.
  • Page 42 SLEEP MENU ENTER BRIGHT BRIGHT MODE DISPLAY MUTE FLASHBACK 1. Press the TV button to select TV mode. 2. Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen. MENU VIDEO ADJUST AUDIO ADJUST CHANNEL SETTING SCREEN ADJUST MODE SELECT CLOSED CAPTION...
  • Page 43 (blocked) and gray (unblocked). 6. Press the MENU button to exit the screen. Note: - If you set "TV-14" to "BLOCK", "TV-MA" is automatically blocked. Contents "D", "L", "S", and "V" are automatically blocked in the table on page E40.

  • Page 44: Enjoying Dvds, Games, And Other Equipment

    Enjoying DVDs, games, and other equipment You can enjoy additional pieces of AV equipment connected to your TV such as VCRs, DVD players, and game systems. (See pages E19 through E24.) Equipment connected to AV-IN 1 Display mode "AV1" Equipment connected to AV-IN 2 Display mode "AV2"...

  • Page 45: Handy Features (For Tv/Av Mode)

    BRIGHT MODE DISPLAY 1. Press the SLEEP button. 2. Specify in how many minutes you want the TV to switch off by pressing the SLEEP button. The time changes in the following order each time you press the button: 30 min...

  • Page 46: Using The Menus In Tv/Av Mode

    TV and AV modes. All the values set in TV mode will be also applied in AV mode. How to adjust using the menus 1. Press the TV, AV, or HDMI/DVI button to select TV or AV mode. 2. Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen.
  • Page 47 Adjusts the flesh tone color. VIDEO SELECT Selects the type of image to display improving the quality of the images. This adjustment is valid only for TV and images from the video input terminals (RCA pin). WHITE BALANCE Adjusts the color temperature.
  • Page 48 - V-POSITION ... Adjusts the image's vertical position. - H-POSITION ... Adjusts the image's horizontal position. - RESET ... Resets the image's position to the TV's original factory RESET Resets adjustment values for this menu to their original factory settings.
  • Page 49 - FIXED ... Set "FIXED" when connecting to a VCR for recording, etc. - VARIABLE1 ... Set to enjoy the sound from both the TV speakers and - VARIABLE2 ... Set to enjoy only the sound from the external speakers DVI SELECT Set depending on equipment connected to the DVI input terminal.
  • Page 50 (See pages E41 and E42.) STATUS Sets whether the block setting status is ON or OFF. (See page E42.) When "STATUS" in the V-CHIP BLOCK menu is "ON", TV/AV-IN SOUND is not available in PC mode (see page E51). RESET Resets adjustment values for this menu (excluding the secret number) to their original factory settings.

  • Page 51: Watching Tv Or Video On The Computer Screen (Multi Screen)

    SUB SOURCE: TV or video audio 7. Press the MENU button to exit the screen. Notes: - To switch the audio mode for TV audio, press the MTS button. (See page E37.) - You cannot select DVI as your PIP/SPLIT window's sub source.

  • Page 52: Listening To The Tv Or Another Audio Source While Viewing The Computer Screen (Sound)

    5. Press the MENU button to exit the screen. Notes: - To switch the channel for TV audio, press the CH buttons or the channel buttons (0-9 and 100). - To switch the audio mode for TV audio, press the MTS button.

  • Page 53: Using The Menus In Pc Mode

    PC POSITION ... Page E58 SUB SOURCE ... Pages E50 and E58 SOUND ... Pages E50 and E58 * When using the TV with a digital connection, this item adjustment is not necessary. ** You can also set this item directly using the...
  • Page 54 Using the menus in PC mode Adjustment pattern If you are using Windows, use the adjustment pattern on the supplied CD-ROM. 1. Load the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the computer. 2. Open [My Computer] and select CD-ROM. 3.
  • Page 55 Using the menus in PC mode ADJUSTMENT menu (See page E52 for information on using the menus.) When using the TV with a digital connection, this menu adjustment is not necessary. Item Description AUTO Automatically adjusts "CLOCK", "PHASE", "H-POS", and "V-POS".
  • Page 56 - Even in PC mode, the TV/AV mode's AUDIO ADJUST menu will appear when: - Watching and listening to TV or video in the PIP/SPLIT window. (See pages E50 and E58.) - Listening to the TV. (See pages E51 and E56.)
  • Page 57 MULTI SCREEN menu takes precedence. (See page E58.) When "STATUS" in the V-CHIP BLOCK menu is "ON" (see page E42), TV/AV-IN SOUND is not available in PC mode. SCALING Adjusts the image to optimum sharpness when it is enlarged.
  • Page 58 - FIXED ... Set "FIXED" when connecting to a VCR for recording, etc. - VARIABLE1 ... Set to enjoy the sound from both the TV speakers and - VARIABLE2 ... Set to enjoy only the sound from the external speakers DVI SELECT Set depending on equipment connected to the DVI input terminal.
  • Page 59 - OFF - PIP ... The TV or video image appears in a small window (PIP - SPLIT ... The computer screen and the TV or video image appear You can also set this item directly using the remote control, instead of the adjustment screen.

  • Page 60: Installing Set-Up Information And The Icc Profile (For Windows)

    Installing set-up information and the ICC profile (For Windows) Depending on the type of computer or OS, you may need to install the monitor set-up information on your system. If so, follow the steps below to install the monitor set-up information. (Depending on the type of computer or OS, command names and methods may differ.
  • Page 61 Installing set-up information and the ICC profile (For Windows) For Windows 2000 Installing monitor set-up information into Windows 2000, and setting the monitor's ICC profile as a predetermined value. This explanation assumes that the CD-ROM drive is "D" drive. 1. Load the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the computer.
  • Page 62 Installing set-up information and the ICC profile (For Windows) For Windows XP Installing monitor set-up information into Windows XP, and setting the monitor's ICC profile as a predetermined value. This explanation assumes that the CD-ROM drive is "D" drive. 1. Load the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the computer.

  • Page 63: Information About The Colorsync Profile (For Macos)

    Information about the ColorSync profile (For MacOS) About the ColorSync profile ColorSync is Apple Computer's color management system and enables color reproduction characteristics to be realized when used with a compatible application. A ColorSync profile describes the color characteristics of the LCD monitor.

  • Page 64: Other Features

    Checking the current channel and audio mode on screen (DISPLAY) ZOOM2 You can check your TV's current display mode, type of PC input terminal, TV channel, MTS mode, time remaining on the SLEEP timer, and other items. 1. Press the DISPLAY button.

  • Page 65: Muting The Sound (Mute)

    3. Press the VOL/BRIGHT > button. CAUTION! - When the adjustment lock is set, all buttons on the TV and remote control other than the above buttons are disabled. To use buttons other than the above buttons, release the adjustment lock.

  • Page 66: Instructions For Attaching A Vesa-Compliant Mount

    Using different screws could lead to a malfunction. 5. Attach the arm to the TV with the six screws. Note: - The screws used to attach the arm should be M4 screws with a length of 12 mm - 14 mm protruding from the surface to be attached.

  • Page 67: Tv Care

    Troubleshooting If you think the TV may be faulty, please check the following points before taking it to be repaired. If afterwards it still does not work, please contact the shop where you purchased the TV or your nearest Sharp authorized Service Center.

  • Page 68: Tv Care

    "DVI AUDIO-IN" using the MODE SELECT(2) menu. (Pages E48 and E57) - Adjust the volume. (Page E34) - No sound can be heard from the TV speakers while the TV is in power-saving mode. - When "STATUS" in the V-CHIP BLOCK menu is "ON", TV/AV-IN SOUND is not available in PC mode.

  • Page 69: Storage

    Storage If the TV will not be used for a long period of time, be sure to remove the power plug from the AC outlet. CAUTION! - Do not leave the TV in contact with rubber or plastic items for long periods of time as this could lead to color change or change in shape.

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Product specifications Model name LD-26SH1U LCD display 26" Advanced Super-V and Anti-Glare Low-Reflection TFT LCD module Actual display size " (64.8 cm) measured diagonally Resolution (max.) 1366 x 768 Displayable colors (max.) Approx. 16.77 million colors (8 bit) Dot pitch (H x V) 0.4135 mm x 0.4135 mm...
  • Page 71 - Digital signal cable, NL-C04J (purchased separately): approx. 2.0 m (6' 6") Note: - As a part of our 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 72: Power Management

    The analog RGB input connector pin (Mini D-sub connector with 15 pins) Function Red video signal input Green video signal input Blue video signal input N.C. For red video signal GND For green video signal GND For blue video signal GND N.C.

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