1 LC-15S4U OPERATION MANUAL IMPORTANT: To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please record the TV’s model and serial numbers in the space provided. The numbers are located at the rear of the TV. Model No.: Serial No.: ENGLISH ENGLISH IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrow-head symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servic- ing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. U.S.A. ONLY CAUTION: DO NOT PLACE THIS PRODUCT ON AN UNSTABLE CART, STAND, TRIPOD, BRACKET, OR TABLE. THE PRODUCT MAY FALL CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT. USE ONLY WITH A CART, STAND, TRIPOD, BRACKET, OR TABLE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR SOLD WITH THE PRODUCT. FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS WHEN INSTALLING THE PRODUCT AND USE MOUNTING ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. A PRODUCT AND CART COMBINATION SHOULD BE MOVED WITH CARE. QUICK STOPS, EXCESSIVE FORCE, AND UNEVEN SURFACES MAY CAUSE THE PRODUCT AND CART COMBINATION TO OVERTURN. “Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.” This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eia.org U.S.A. ONLY 2 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 Precautions carefully before using this product. IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However, improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your LCD color TV product, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product. ■ Read instructions—All operating instructions must be read and understood before the product is operated. ■ Keep this manual in a safe place—These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a safe place for future reference. ■ Observe warnings—All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed closely. ■ Follow instructions—All operating instructions must be followed. ■ Attachments—Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of inadequate attachments can result in accidents. ■ Power source—This product must operate on a power source specified on the specification label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply used in your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For units designed to operate on batteries or another power source, refer to the operating instructions. ■ Power cord protection—The power cords must be routed properly to prevent people from stepping on them or objects from resting on them. Check the cords at the plugs and product. ■ If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to be replaced, obtain the same type of adapter from a SHARP service center or your dealer. ■ Overloading—Do not overload AC outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause fire or electric shock. ■ Entering of objects and liquids—Never insert an object into the product through vents or openings. High voltage flows in the product, and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short internal parts. For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product. ■ Servicing—Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to high voltage and other dangerous conditions. Request a qualified service person to perform servicing. ■ Repair—If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and request a quali- fied service person to perform repairs. a.When the power cord or plug is damaged. b.When a liquid was spilled on the product or when objects have fallen into the product. c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water. d.When the product does not operate properly as described in the operating instructions. Do not touch the controls other than those described in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of controls not described in the instructions can cause damage, which often requires extensive adjustment work by a qualified technician. e.When the product has been dropped or damaged. f. When the product displays an abnormal condition. Any noticeable abnormality in the product indicates that the product needs servicing. ■ Replacement parts—In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the service person uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those with the same characteristics and performance as the original parts. Use of unauthorized parts can result in fire, electric shock and/or other danger. ■ Safety checks—Upon completion of service or repair work, request the service technician to perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition. ■ Wall or ceiling mounting—When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product according to the method recommended by the manufacturer. ■ Polarization—This AC adapter may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) ■ The Liquid Crystal panel is a very high technology product with 921,600 thin film transistors, giving you fine picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of blue, green or red. Please note that this does not affect the performance of your product. ■ Cleaning—Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. Use a damp cloth to clean the product. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. ■ Water and moisture—Do not use the product near water, such as bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink and laundry tub, swimming pool and in a wet basement. ■ Stand—Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the manufactur- er’s instructions. Use only the mounting hardware recommended by the manufac- turer. ■ When relocating the product placed on a cart, it must be moved with utmost care. Sudden stops, excessive force and uneven floor surface can cause the product to fall from the cart. ■ Ventilation—The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions are followed. ■ The Liquid Crystal panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the Liquid Crystal panel breaks. ■ Heat sources—Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves and other heat-generating products (including amplifiers). 4 ■ If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. ■ Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT NEC—NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE GROUND CLAMP EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ■ Lightning – For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long period of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line surges. ■ To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or flames on the top or near the TV set. ■ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splash- ing. 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 cord under the TV set or other heavy items. IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) ■ Do not display a still picture for a long time, as this could cause an afterimage to remain. 5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ............................................ 1 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER .............................................. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................ 2 Supplied Accessories ...................................................... 5 Preparation ....................................................................... 6 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ................... 6 Using the Remote Control ........................................... 6 Antenna Connection ................................................... 7 Power Connection ....................................................... 8 Part Names of the Main Unit ........................................... 9 Listening with Headphones......................................... 9 How to Fix the Cables ............................................... 10 Part Names of the Remote Control ............................... 11 TV Signals in Your Region ............................................. 11 EZ SETUP (With AUTO CLOCK Setting) ...................... 12 EZ SETUP during the First Power On ........................ 12 Setting the CLOCK ......................................................... 13 AUTO CLOCK Setting ............................................... 13 MANUAL CLOCK Setting .......................................... 13 TIME DISPLAY ........................................................... 14 Basic Operation.............................................................. 14 Turning On and Off the Main Power .......................... 14 Standby ..................................................................... 14 Switching the Input Modes (INPUT1/INPUT2/INPUT3/TV) ............................. 15 Sound Volume ........................................................... 15 Changing Channels .................................................. 16 Selecting Menu Items................................................ 16 Basic Adjustment Settings............................................ 18 AV MODE .................................................................. 18 OPC ........................................................................... 18 BACKLIGHT .............................................................. 19 PICTURE Adjustments .............................................. 19 COLOR TEMPERATURE ........................................... 20 AUDIO Adjustments .................................................. 20 Useful Features .............................................................. 21 CH-SETTING ............................................................. 21 SETUP ....................................................................... 22 V-CHIP Settings ......................................................... 23 CLOSED CAPTION ................................................... 27 VIEW MODE .............................................................. 28 AUDIO ONLY ............................................................. 28 BLUE SCREEN .......................................................... 28 SLEEP TIMER ............................................................ 29 WAKE-UP TIMER ....................................................... 29 NO SIGNAL OFF ....................................................... 30 NO OPERATION OFF ................................................ 30 PICTURE FLIP ........................................................... 30 Connecting External Devices........................................ 31 Example of External Devices that can be Connected ... 31 Outputting Video and Audio (Video Output) ............. 31 Connecting a VCR, DVD Player or a Camcorder to INPUT1/INPUT2/INPUT 3 ................................... 32 Troubleshooting ............................................................. 33 Specifications ................................................................. 34 Calling for Service.......................................................... 35 LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................................... 35 Dimensional Drawings • The dimensional drawings for the LCD TV set are shown on the inside back cover. Make sure the following accessories are provided with the LCD TV set. Supplied Accessories Wireless remote control AC cord Contents Operation manual “AAA” size batteries (×2) page 6 page 8 A • The AC cord enclosed in this product is for 110-125V. For using it on the 125-240V AC, please consult the following. SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 6100 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 230, Miami, Florida 33126, U.S.A. Cable clamp page 10 pages 6 and 11 LC-15S4U page 8 Audio cable page 32 AC adapter 6 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Before using the LCD TV set for the first time, install the two “AAA” size batteries supplied in the remote control. 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 two “AAA” size batteries. 3 Close the battery cover. ■ Place batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (–) indications in the battery compartment. Caution! Precautions regarding batteries ■ Improper use of batteries can result in a leakage of chemicals and/or explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions below. • Place batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (–) indications. • Different types of batteries have different characteristics. Do not mix batteries of different types. • Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new batteries and/or cause old batteries to leak chemicals. • Remove batteries as soon as they are depleted. Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If chemical leakage is found, wipe it off with a cloth. • The batteries supplied with the LCD TV set may have a shorter operating time due to storage conditions. • If the remote control is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries from the remote control. Preparation ■ Engaging the lower claw with the remote control, close the cover. Using the Remote Control ■ Use the remote control by pointing it towards the remote sensor window of the main unit. Objects between the remote control and sensor window may prevent proper operation. Cautions regarding use of the remote control ■ Do not apply shock to the remote control. In addition, do not expose the remote control to liquids, and do not place it in an area with high humidity. ■ Do not install or place the remote control in direct sunlight. The heat may cause deformation of the unit. ■ The remote control may not work properly if the remote sensor window is in direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such a case, change the angle of the lighting or main unit, or operate the remote control closer to the remote sensor window. ■ Slide the cover while pressing the ( ) part. 23' (7m) 30˚ 30˚ Remote sensor 7 Preparation (Continued) Antenna Connection OUTDOOR ANTENNA CONNECTION • Use one of the following two diagrams if you connect an outdoor antenna. A: Using a VHF/UHF combination outdoor antenna B: Using separate VHF and/or UHF outdoor antennas • Connect the outdoor antenna cable lead-in to ANT. (Antenna terminal) on the rear of the main unit. 1. A 75-ohm system is generally a round cable with F-type connector that can easily be attached to a terminal without tools (not supplied). 2. A 300-ohm system is a flat “twin-lead” cable that can be attached to a 75-ohm terminal through a 300/75-ohm adapter (not supplied). • The antenna requirements for good color television reception are more important than those for black & white television reception. For this reason, a good quality outdoor antenna is strongly recommended. The following is a brief explanation of the type of connections that are provided with the various antenna systems. ANTENNAS 300-ohm twin-lead 300-ohm twin-lead 75-ohm coaxial cable OUT IN VHF antenna UHF antenna Combiner (not supplied) or 300-ohm twin-lead VHF/UHF antenna 300/75-ohm adapter (not supplied) 75-ohm coaxial cable VHF/UHF antenna ANT. (Antenna terminal) A. Combination VHF/UHF Antenna Antenna cable (commercially available) B. Separate VHF and/or UHF Antennas or F-type connector 75-ohm coaxial cable F-type connector should be finger-tightened only. When connecting the RF cable to the LCD TV set, do not tighten F-type connector with tools. If tools are used, it may cause damage to your LCD TV set. (The breaking of internal circuit, etc.) NOTICE F-type connector 75-ohm coaxial cable (round) 300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat) 8 Preparation (Continued) A • Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch or combiner that might be required. Antenna Connection (Continued) Cable TV converter/ descrambler (not supplied) Two-set signal splitter (not supplied) Cable TV Line RF switch (not supplied) OUT • A 75-ohm coaxial cable connector is built into the LCD TV set for easy hookup. When connecting the 75-ohm coaxial cable to the LCD TV set, screw the 75-ohm cable to the ANT. terminal. • Some cable TV companies offer “premium pay channels”. Since the signals of these premium pay channels are scrambled, a cable TV converter/descrambler is generally provided to the subscriber by the cable TV company. This converter/descrambler is necessary for normal viewing of the scrambled channels. (Set your TV to channel 3 or 4, typically one of these channels is used. If this is unknown, consult your cable TV company.) For more specific instructions on installing cable TV, consult your cable TV company. One possible method of utilizing the converter/descrambler provided by your cable TV company is explained below. Please note: An RF switch provided with two inputs (A and B) is required (not supplied). “A” position on the RF switch (not supplied): You can view all unscrambled channels by using the TV’s channel keys. “B” position on the RF switch (not supplied): You can view the scrambled channels via the converter/descrambler by using the converter’s channel keys. CABLE TV (CATV) CONNECTION ■ Using the AC Adapter • Although the AC adapter may become warm during use, this is not a malfunction. • Do not wrap or cover the AC adapter with a blanket or similar covering. This can cause a malfunction or accident. • Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the AC adapter. The insides of the AC adapter contain high-voltage components that can result in the risk of electrical shock. • When you insert the AC adapter plug into the POWER INPUT terminal of the main unit, make sure that it is fitted firmly. • Once the AC adapter plug is plugged in, be sure that it is held by the cable holder and fixed neatly. A • Use a commercially available AC plug adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet. • Unplug the AC adapter from the product and power outlet when not using for a long period of time. Power Connection POWER IN Household power outlet POWER INPUT terminal (DC 12V) AC cord AC adapter 9 Upper control panel VOL (Volume) (–)/(+) MENU POWER INPUT CH (Channel) ( )/( ) Speaker OPC (Optical Picture Control) indicator The OPC indicator lights up green when “OPC” is set to “ON”. (See page 18.) HEADPHONE jack Plug the headphone mini-plug into the Headphone jack located on the front of the main unit. POWER/WAKE UP TIMER indicator POWER/WAKE UP TIMER indicator lights up green when the power is on, and red when in the standby mode (the indicator will not light when the main power is off), and orange when the wake-up timer is set (the indicator will light when in the standby mode). OPC (Optical Picture Control) sensor Remote sensor Part Names of the Main Unit Controls A • INPUT, CH ( )/( ), VOL (–)/(+) and MENU on the main unit have the same functions as the same buttons on the remote control. Fundamentally, this operation manual provides a description based on operation using the remote control. To change the vertical angle of the LCD TV set, tilt the screen up to 2.5 degrees forward or 10 degrees backward. Please adjust the angle so that the LCD TV set can be watched most comfortably. Tilt the display by grabbing onto the carrying handle while securely holding down the stand with your other hand. How to adjust the angle Listening with Headphones ■ Plug the headphone mini-plug into the HEADPHONE jack located on the front of the main unit. A • Headphones are not included in the supplied accessories. • No sound is heard from the main unit speakers when a headphone mini-plug is connected into the HEADPHONE jack. • Do not set the volume at a high level. Hearing experts advise against extended listening at high volume levels. ▼ On-screen display 20 VOLUME Adjust the sound volume using VOL (+) /(–) on the remote control. Headphones 10 Part Names of the Main Unit (Continued) Terminals Carrying handle Rear View Round lock for Kensington Security Standard slot* * Using the Kensington Lock • This LCD TV set has a Kensington Security Standard slot for use with a Kensington MicroSaver Security System. Refer to the information that came with the system for instructions on how to use it to secure the LCD TV set. Y PB PR AUDIO (L/R) S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO (L) AUDIO (R) INPUT1 (COMPONENT) ANT. (Antenna terminal) POWER INPUT (DC 12V) INPUT2 VIDEO AUDIO (L) AUDIO (R) INPUT3/ OUTPUT How to Fix the Cables • Secure cables and cords with the supplied cable clamp so that they do not get caught when mounting the cover. Cable clamp Push the two hooks sideways to the left to open the cover. 11 Part Names of the Remote Control DISPLAY Displays the receiving channel and the current time for 10 seconds. AV MODE (p. 18) Selects preferred AV MODE. BACKLIGHT (p. 19) Adjusts the brightness of the screen. ' / " / \ / | (Cursor control) (p. 16) Selects a desired item on the screen. MENU (p. 16) Displays the menu screen. INPUT (p. 15) Switches the input source between INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and TV mode. CC (p. 27) Displays Closed Caption subtitles. FLASHBACK (p. 16) Returns to the previous channel. CH ( )/( ) (p. 16) Selects a channel. Channel Select (p. 16) Sets the channel. POWER (p. 14) Switches the Liquid Crystal Television power on or standby. PIC.FLIP (p. 30) Sets the orientation of the picture. SLEEP (p. 29) Sets the sleep timer. MENU RETURN (p. 16) Returns to the previous screen. ENTER Executes a command. MUTE (p. 15) Mutes the sound. AUDIO ONLY (p. 28) Outputs audio without screen image. VOL (+)/(–) (p. 15) Sets the volume. MTS (p. 15) Selects audio settings. TV Signals in Your Region This product is factory set to comply with the TV broadcasting system in the United States. For Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay, set the color system according to the country before using this product by following the table below. U.S.A. Color: NTSC NTSC (N358) NTSC (N358) TV ch: US ch US ch US ch Not required or N/A Canada, Mexico, Color: NTSC NTSC (N358) NTSC (N358) Latin America TV ch: US ch US ch US ch Not required or N/A Brazil Color: PAL-M NTSC (N358) NTSC (N358) Set color system to TV ch: US ch US ch US ch PAL-M (see page 22) Argentina, Color: PAL-N NTSC (N358) NTSC (N358) Set color system to Uruguay TV ch: US ch US ch US ch PAL-N (see page 22) TV broadcasting system Factory setting of color system User setting TV Video TV Country 12 Press POWER on the upper side of the main unit, to turn on the TV. The SELECT LANGUAGE screen will be displayed. Press '/" to select “ENGLISH”, “ESPAÑOL” (Spanish) or “FRANÇAIS” (French). E N G L I S H E S P A Ñ O L F R A N Ç A I S Press ENTER to access CH-SETTING mode. Press '/" to select “ON” or “OFF”. When you select “ON”, the LCD TV set will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels. O N O F F A • If you select “OFF”, EZ SETUP will be canceled. Press ENTER to access AUTO CLOCK mode. Press '/" to select “ON” or “OFF”. When you select “ON”, the LCD TV set will automatically adjust the clock to search time-signals (EDS signals), which are provided by some TV stations. The AUTO CLOCK setting may take from several minutes to an hour depending on the number of channels to receive and signal status. If you know the channel of the EDS signal carrier (PBS or other) in your area, select “OFF” and follow the procedure in AUTO CLOCK Setting. (See page 13.) O N O F F EZ SETUP (With AUTO CLOCK Setting) EZ SETUP during the First Power On ■ When you turn on the LCD TV set for the first time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels and clock. Please perform the following instructions before you press POWER. (1) Insert the batteries into the remote control. (See page 6.) (2) Connect the antenna cable to the LCD TV set. (See page 7.) (3) Connect the AC adapter to the POWER INPUT terminal of the LCD TV set and plug in the AC cord to the wall outlet. (See page 8.) POWER 1 2 3 Press ENTER to access START EZ SETUP mode. Press '/" to select “YES”, and press ENTER. A • If you want to stop the EZ SETUP process once it has started, press MENU and it will be canceled. If you want to set up again, please refer to CH-SETTING on page 21. Y E S N O C O N N E C T A N T E N N A O R C A B L E . The tuner will automatically search for the broadcasting and cable TV channels. (The channel number will automatically increase when it appears.) P L E A S E W A I T A U T O P R O G R A M M I N G The LCD TV set will automatically switch to searching for EDS signals. If EDS signals are received, the channel number and time will be displayed, and then the screen shown in step 5 appears. P L E A S E W A I T N O W S E A R C H I N G T I M E Once EZ SETUP is completed, the lowest channel number memorized will be displayed. S T E R E O S A P M O N O 1 1 : 5 3 A M 2 A • Do not let the EZ SETUP screen remain unattended for a long time. • If EZ SETUP does not memorize all the channels in your region, please refer to page 21 for more information on manually memo- rizing the channels using CH-SETTING. • It may be difficult to preset when the broadcasting signals are weak, the channel cycle frequency is incorrect or the frequency jamming is occurring around the area. Please refer to page 21 for more information on manually memorizing the channels using CH-SETTING. • If there are no channels with EDS signals or the antenna signal is weak, the AUTO CLOCK setting may not operate. In this case, the “EDS CH IS NOT AVAILABLE.” message will appear and the mode will change to MANUAL CLOCK setting. Refer to page 13 to set the clock manually. 4 5 13 Setting the CLOCK AUTO CLOCK Setting There are two methods of setting the clock: AUTO CLOCK and MANUAL CLOCK. AUTO CLOCK uses EDS signals, which are provided by some TV stations, to automatically adjust the clock. MANUAL CLOCK sets the clock manually in areas where no channel carries EDS signals. Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \/| to select “SETUP”. Press '/" to select “CLOCK”, and press ENTER. SETUP OPTION C H – S E T T I N G M T S C L O C K I N P U T 3 S E L E C T V – C H I P B L O C K C L O S E D C A P T I O N C O L O R S Y S T E M L A N G U A G E Press '/" to select “SET”, and press ENTER. S E T T I M E D I S P L A Y A U T O M A N U A L Press '/" to select “AUTO”, and press ENTER. ● If you do not know the channel that carries EDS signals in your area, set “EDS CH” to “AUTO” and press ENTER. If you know the channel of the EDS signal carrier in your area, press \/| to select the channel and press ENTER. S E T T I M E D I S P L A Y E D S C H A U T O ● When set to “AUTO CLOCK”, the current time is acquired automatically when the main power is turned OFF. (This function will not work when EDS CH is not set.) ■ Backup The clock function is maintained for about 5 minutes even when the AC adapter has been shut off due to a power outage or when moving the LCD TV set. (Since about 30 minutes are required to charge the backup power supply, it may not be possible to maintain the clock function if the charging time is excessively short.) If the clock setting has been reset, repeat the procedures on this page. 1 3 4 5 2 MANUAL CLOCK Setting If there are no channels with EDS signals, set the clock manually using MANUAL CLOCK. Repeat steps 1 to 4 of AUTO CLOCK Setting. Press '/" to select “MANUAL”, and press ENTER. S E T T I M E D I S P L A Y A U T O M A N U A L Press '/" to select “DST”, and press \/| to select “ON” or “OFF”. Press '/" to select “TIME”, and press \/| to set the time, and press ENTER. 12:00AM 11:59AM 11:59PM 12:00PM • Holding down \/| changes the setting at a high speed. S E T T I M E D I S P L A Y D S T O F F T I M E 1 2 : A M 0 0 Press MENU to exit. A • Make sure to press ENTER after adjusting the time. Otherwise, the time will not be set. • When “DST” is set to “ON”, the time entered is forwarded by 1 hour. • Please be sure to set “DST” before setting “TIME”. 2 3 A • CLOCK: The AUTO CLOCK setting may take from several minutes to an hour depending on the number of channels to receive and signal status. • EDS CH < AUTO >: If there are no channels with EDS signals or the antenna signal is weak, the AUTO CLOCK Setting may not operate. In such a case, the message “EDS CH IS NOT AVAILABLE.” appears, and the CLOCK setting screen (in step 4 in AUTO CLOCK Setting) is displayed. Refer to MANUAL CLOCK Setting to set the clock manually. • EDS CH < Not AUTO >: If the channel you have selected for “EDS CH” is wrong or the EDS signal carrier is weak, or when there is no broadcast, the AUTO CLOCK Setting may not operate. In such cases, the message “EDS CH (XXX) EDS DATA IS NOT AVAILABLE.” appears, and the CLOCK setting screen (in step 4 in AUTO CLOCK Setting) is displayed as in the case with EDS CH < AUTO >. Follow step 4 and repeat the AUTO CLOCK Setting procedure. • If broadcasting channels are not memorized, EDS signals cannot be received even when the “EDS CH” is set to “AUTO”. In this case, try EZ SETUP again. (See page 21.) 4 1 14 TIME DISPLAY You can display the current time on the screen. Repeat steps 1 to 3 of AUTO CLOCK Setting on page 13. Press '/" to select “TIME DISPLAY”, and press ENTER. S E T T I M E D I S P L A Y O N O F F Press '/" to select “ON” or “OFF”, and press ENTER. Press MENU to exit. A • When you press DISPLAY, the current time is displayed for about 10 seconds. Selected item Description ON Displays the current time on the screen. OFF No display 1 (Autumn) On the last Sunday in October DST finishes. 1:00AM 2:00AM 3:00AM 4:00AM Advances 1 hour. 1:00AM 2:00AM 1:00AM 2:00AM Rewinds 1 hour. 2 3 4 Daylight Saving Time (DST) Adjustment The Daylight Saving-Time changes as shown below. Set the DST to “ON” to forward the clock by 1 hour. To rewind the clock by 1 hour, set the DST to “OFF”. (Spring) On the first Sunday in April DST starts. Turning On and Off the Main Power POWER/WAKE UP TIMER indicator POWER ● Press POWER. The POWER/WAKE UP TIMER indicator instantly changes from red to green and the LCD TV set is turned on. On-screen display STEREO SAP MONO A • The on-screen display disappears in a few seconds. ● To turn off the main power, press POWER again. Standby To turn off the LCD TV set Press POWER. The POWER/WAKE UP TIMER indicator will turn red. To turn the LCD TV set back on Press POWER again. The POWER/WAKE UP TIMER indicator will turn green. Basic Operation 15 Basic Operation (Continued) Switching the Input Modes (INPUT1/ INPUT2/INPUT3/TV) Turn on the power of the connected video equipment. Press INPUT to select the applicable input source. The screen changes in order of INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3 and TV mode each time INPUT is pressed. A • INPUT1: Used for video equipment connected to the COMPONENT input terminals. • INPUT2: Used for video equipment connected to the INPUT2 termi- nals. The S-video input terminal is additionally provided for the INPUT2 terminal. If both the S-video terminal and normal video terminals are connected with cables, the S-video input terminal takes priority. • INPUT3/OUTPUT: INPUT3 mode is used to adjust the preset settings and IN or OUT can be selected. INPUT3 indication is not displayed when OUT is selected. (For details on setting INPUT3 SELECT, see page 22.) 1 2 INPUT2 mode I N P U T 2 I N P U T 3 INPUT3 mode TV mode 2 I N P U T 1 4 8 0 P INPUT1 mode Sound Volume ■ To adjust the volume ● Press VOL (+) to increase the sound volume. The bar indicator shifts right. VOLUME 50 ● Press VOL (–) to decrease the sound volume. The bar indicator shifts left. VOLUME 10 ■ To mute the sound ● Press MUTE to temporarily turn off the sound. The MUTE mark is displayed for 4 seconds. ● Press MUTE or VOL (+)/(–) to turn the sound back to the previous level. The mute function is automatically turned off when any of the following buttons are pressed: POWER, MUTE, VOL (+)/(–) or MTS. VOLUME 10 A • When VOL (+)/(–) is pressed in the Mute mode, the sound turns on and the volume indicator is displayed. • The Mute function is canceled when POWER is pressed. ■ To select MTS (Multichannel TV Sound) Press MTS to display the MTS screen. Press MTS to select the MTS settings. STEREO: stereo audio SAP: secondary audio program MONO: monophonic audio STEREO • DVD Player, etc. • Digital TV tuner To INPUT1 terminal * If your external device has a component terminal, COMPONENT connection is recommended (you can view high-quality pictures). To INPUT2 terminal • Camcorder • Home video game system * If your external device has an S-video terminal, S-VIDEO connection is recommended. • VCR • Laser disc player • Audio amplifier To INPUT3/OUTPUT terminal 32 Connecting External Devices (Continued) A • If your VCR (or other external devices) has an S-video terminal, S-VIDEO connection is recommended. (Use an S-video cable.) • When you connect external devices to both S-VIDEO and VIDEO terminals (and if you select “INPUT2”), you can only view pictures from the S-VIDEO terminal. • You cannot view multiple or synthesized pictures by connecting two or more external devices. When connecting an external device, use care to connect the video and audio cables to the corresponding terminals. • Only when 480I, 480P or 576I signal is received, picture can be displayed. Connecting a VCR, DVD Player or a Camcorder to INPUT1/INPUT2/INPUT 3 VCR VCR DVD Player Camcorder Audio (R) Audio (L) Video Y PB PR Audio (L) Audio (R) Video Audio (L) Audio (R) S-Video Component cable (commercially available) Audio cable (commercially available) S-Video cable (commercially available) Audio/Video cable (commercially available) Audio/Video cable (commercially available) Audio cable (supplied)*1 *1 To mount the terminal cover firmly, arrange the audio cable for INPUT1 (COMPONENT) as illustrated on the left. 33 Troubleshooting ■ Before calling for repair services, make the following checks for possible remedies to the encountered symptoms. LCD TV set Problem Check item Reference page There is no picture. There is no picture from INPUT2 or INPUT3. 8 – 15 14 • Make sure the AC adapter is properly inserted in the power outlet. • Reception other than those of broadcasting stations can be considered. • Make sure the input mode is set to TV. • Make sure the POWER switch of the main unit is on. There is no picture or sound. • Make sure the BRIGHTNESS is properly adjusted. • Fluorescent lamp may have reached the end of service life. • Make sure the S-VIDEO terminal has nothing connected. • Make sure the AUDIO ONLY is not set to ON. There is no sound. • Make sure the volume is not set to minimum. • Make sure the sound is not set to mute. • Make sure that headphones are not connected. There is no picture or sound, just noise. • Make sure the antenna cable is properly connected. • Bad reception could be the problem. Picture is not clear. • Make sure the antenna cable is properly connected. • Bad reception could be the problem. Picture is light or improperly tinted. • Check color adjustment. • Check COLOR SYSTEM setting. The picture is too dark. • Press the BACKLIGHT button or set the BACKLIGHT or BRIGHTNESS settings. • Check CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS adjustment. • Fluorescent lamp may have reached the end of service life. Remote control does not work. • Check the batteries of the remote control. • Make sure the remote sensor window is not under strong lighting. 19 34 32 28 15 15 9 7, 8 – 7, 8 – 19, 20 22 19 19 34 6 6 The clock (AUTO CLOCK) cannot be set. • The broadcasted EDS signal may be weak. Check the antenna. • Carry out EZ SETUP or Setting the CLOCK again. • If EDS signal is not sent, set the clock using MANUAL CLOCK Setting. – 12, 13, 21 13 Sound Picture Picture Unit cannot be operated. – • External influences such as lightning, static electricity, etc., may cause improper operation. In this case, operate the unit after first turning the power off the LCD TV set, or unplugging the AC cord and re-plugging it in after 1 or 2 minutes. 34 Troubleshooting (Continued) ■ Before calling for repair services, make the following checks for possible remedies to the encountered symptoms. Antenna Specifications Items LCD panel 15" Advanced Super View & BLACK TFT LCD Number of dots 921,600 dots VGA Video color systems N358, N443, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, SECAM, PAL-60 TV Standard (CCIR) NTSC/PAL-M/PAL-N TV function TV Tuning System PLL 181 ch. STEREO MTS+SAP CATV 125 ch. Y/C FILTER 3-LINE COMB FILTER Brightness 430 cd/m2 Lamp life (Fluorescent lamp) 60,000 hours* Viewing angles H: 170° V: 170° Audio amplifier 2.1 W × 2 Speakers 1 3/16 × 2 61/64 in. (3 × 7.5 cm), 2 pcs. INPUT1 Mini-jack for stereo (ø3.5 mm), COMPONENT-IN INPUT2 AUDIO-IN, VIDEO-IN, S-VIDEO-IN Terminals INPUT3/OUTPUT AUDIO-IN, VIDEO-IN/AUDIO-OUT, VIDEO-OUT Antenna F-Type Headphone Mini-jack for stereo (ø3.5 mm) OSD language English/Spanish/French Power supply DC 12V, AC 110-240V, 50/60Hz (AC adapter), AC 110-125V (AC cord) Power consumption 36 W (0.2 W standby): AC 120V 31 W: DC 12V Weight Display only 7.9 lbs./3.6 kg Display with stand 9.5 lbs./4.3 kg Operating temperature +32°F to +104°F (0°C to +40°C) * Typical time for power output decrease of about one-half assuming continuous use in a room with normal lighting, normal brightness and temperature at 77°F/25°C Dimensional Drawings • The dimensional drawings are shown on the inside back cover. ■As a part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for the LCD TV set 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. Model LC-15S4U Check item • The reception may be weak. • The quality of the broadcast may also be bad. • Make sure the antenna is facing the right direction. • Make sure the outside antenna is connected. The picture is not sharp. The picture moves. The picture is doubled or tripled. • Make sure the antenna is facing the right direction. • There may be reflected electric waves from mountains or buildings. The picture is spotted. • There may be interference from automobiles, trains, high voltage lines, neon lights, etc. • There may be interference between the antenna cable and AC cord. Try positioning them further apart. There are stripes on the screen or colors fade. • Is the unit receiving interference from other devices? Transmission antennas of radio broadcasting stations, transmission antennas of amateur radios and cellular phones may also cause interference. • Use the unit as far apart as possible from devices that may cause possible interference. ■ Cautions regarding use in high and low temperature environments • When the unit is used in a low temperature space (e.g. room, office), the picture may leave trails or appear slightly delayed. This is not a malfunction, and the unit will recover when the temperature returns to normal. • Do not leave the unit in a hot or cold location. Also, do not leave the unit in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near a heater, as this may cause the cabinet to deform and the LCD panel to malfunction. 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Model Specific Section Your Product Model Number & Description: Warranty Period for this Product: Additional Item(s) Excluded from Warranty Coverage (if any): Where to Obtain Service: What to do to Obtain Service: LC-15S4U LCD Color Television (Be sure to have this information available when you need service for your Product.) One (1) year parts and labor from the date of purchase. Non-rechargeable batteries. From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States. To find the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer, call Sharp toll free at 1-800-BE-SHARP. Ship prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized Servicer. Be sure to have Proof of Purchase available. If you ship the Product, be sure it is insured and packaged securely. Calling for Service For location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service, or to obtain product literature, accessories, supplies, or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP. 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