LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION TÉLÉVISEUR ACL TELEVISOR CON PANTALLA DE CRISTAL LÍQUIDO TELEVISOR DE CRISTAL LÍQUIDO LC-20E1U OPERATION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL PORTUGUÊS SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135 SHARP CORPORATION LC-20E1U Printed on post-consumer recycled paper. Imprimé sur du papier recyclé. Impreso en papel reciclado. Impresso em papel reciclado pós utilização. Printed in Japan Imprimé au Japon Impreso en Japón Impresso no Japão TINS-A158WJN1 02P06-JKG LC-20E1U LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION OPERATION MANUAL 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 equilat- eral 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 impor- tant operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. 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. U.S.A. ONLY Model No.: Serial No.: 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION 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. “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.” CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. U.S.A. ONLY 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 3 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp LCD Color TV product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Safety Precau- tions 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. I Read instructions—All operating instructions must be read and understood before the product is operated. I Keep this manual in a safe place—These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a safe place for future reference. I Observe warnings—All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed closely. I Follow instructions—All operating instructions must be followed. I Attachments—Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of inad- equate attachments can result in accidents. I 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. I 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. I 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. I Overloading—Do not overload AC outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause fire or electric shock. I Entering of objects and liquids—Never insert an object into the product through vents or open- ings. 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. I 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. I Repair—If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and request a qualified 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. I 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 character- istics and performance as the original parts. Use of unauthorized parts can result in fire, electric shock and/or other danger. I 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. I 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. I 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. 4 I The LCD 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. IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) I 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. I 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. I 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 manu- facturer or sold with the product. When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Use only the mounting hardware recommended by the manufacturer. I 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. I 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 over- heating 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 instruc- tions are followed. I The LCD 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 LCD panel breaks. I Heat sources—Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves and other heat-generating products (including amplifiers). 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) I 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, Iocation of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding elec- trodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. I 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 I For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods 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. 6 CONTENTS Page DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER ............................................................................................................. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................3-5 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................. 7 PREPARATION............................................................................................................................8-10 Using the Remote Control ......................................................................................................... 8 Batteries for the Remote Control .............................................................................................. 8 Power Connection ...................................................................................................................... 9 Antenna Connection .............................................................................................................9, 10 FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS ............................................................................. 11-13 Removing the Back Cover ....................................................................................................... 13 Listening with Headphones ..................................................................................................... 13 EZ SETUP ....................................................................................................................................... 14 EZ SETUP during the First Power On .................................................................................... 14 REMOTE CONTROL ...................................................................................................................... 15 BASIC OPERATION ................................................................................................................. 15-18 Turning on POWER................................................................................................................... 16 Switching TV/VIDEO [AV1/AV2/COMPONENT/TV] Modes ................................................... 16 Sound Volume ........................................................................................................................... 17 ON/OFF Standby ....................................................................................................................... 17 Changing the Channels............................................................................................................ 18 SELECTING MENU ITEMS ............................................................................................................ 19 Selecting Menu Items .............................................................................................................. 19 ADJUSTMENT .......................................................................................................................... 20-37 Adjusting the SLEEP TIMER Settings .................................................................................... 20 Adjusting the BRIGHTNESS Settings..................................................................................... 21 Adjusting the PICTURE FLIP Settings ................................................................................... 22 Adjusting the LANGUAGE Settings........................................................................................ 23 Adjusting the VIDEO ADJUST Settings ...........................................................................24, 25 Adjusting the PRESET Settings .............................................................................................. 26 SET UP .................................................................................................................................27, 28 Adjusting the BLUE SCREEN Settings .................................................................................. 29 Adjusting the CLOSED CAPTION Settings ......................................................................30, 31 Adjusting the V-CHIP Settings .......................................................................................... 32-37 CONNECTING WITH EXTERNAL DEVICES .......................................................................... 38-40 How to Fix the Cables.............................................................................................................. 40 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................................................................41, 42 SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................... 43 DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS .......................................................................................................... 44 7 Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product. SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES AC Cord Antenna Cable “AAA” size (UM/SUM-4) Dry Battery (×2) AC Adapter UBATU0026GEZZ QCNWG0003CEPA UADP-0212CEZZ TINS-A158WJN1 Cable Clamp QACCD3097CEPA UADP-0243CEPZ UBATU0038CEZZ Operation Manual Remote Control RRMCGA077WJSA (LC-20E1U) RRMCGA077WJSB (LC-20E1UB) RRMCGA077WJSC (LC-20E1UW) LHLDW0109CESA (LC-20E1U, LC-20E1UW) LHLDW0109CESB (LC-20E1UB) 8 PREPARATION Batteries for the Remote Control Before using the LCD TV set for the first time, install two (“AAA” size, UM/SUM-4) batteries (supplied). When the batteries become depleted and the remote control fails to operate, replace the batteries with new (“AAA” size, UM/SUM-4) batteries. 1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert two (“AAA” size, UM/ SUM-4) batteries. 3 Close the battery cover. I Slide the cover while pressing the (b) part. I Position the positive and negative ends of the batteries as indicated in the compart- ment. Caution! Cautions regarding batteries Improper use of batteries can result in chemical leakage and/or explosion. Be sure to follow the instruc- tions 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 battery and/or cause the old battery to leak chemicals. • Remove batteries when they become weak. Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If chemical leakage is found, wipe with a cloth. • The batteries supplied with the product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions. • If the remote control will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the remote control. Using the Remote Control I Use the remote control by pointing it towards the remote sensor window on the main unit. Objects between the remote control and sensor window may prevent proper operation. Cautions regarding use of remote control I Do not expose the remote control to shock. In addition, do not expose the remote control to liquid, and do not place in an area with high humidity. I Do not install or place the remote control under direct sunlight. The heat may cause deformation of the unit. I The remote control may not work properly if the remote sensor window of the main unit is under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such case, change the angle of the lighting or LCD TV set, or operate the remote control closer to the remote sensor window. + – + – I Engage the claw on the cover into the battery housing and slide shut. SLEEP indicator POWER indicator Remote Sensor Window 9 Power Connection A • Use a commercially available AC plug adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet. • Always turn the MAIN POWER switch of the LCD TV set to off when connecting the AC adapter. • Always unplug the AC adapter from the product and power outlet when not using for a long period of time. PREPARATION (Continued) Antenna Connection Cable TV converter/ descrambler (not supplied) Two-set signal splitter (not supplied) Cable TV Line RF switch (not supplied) OUT IN A • Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service Center for the type of splitter, RF switch or combiner that might be required. AV-IN 1 L R AUDIO S-VIDEO ANT. VIDEO POWER INPUT DC12V HEAD PHONE Y PB COMPONENT PR L L R AV-IN 2/OUT VIDEO AUDIO R AUDIO ANT. POWER INPUT DC13V • A 75-ohm coaxial cable connector is built into the set for easy hookup. When connecting the 75- ohm coaxial cable to the 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 Household power outlet AC cord AC adapter DC input terminal (DC 13V) 10 AV-IN 1 L R AUDIO S-VIDEO ANT. VIDEO POWER INPUT DC13V HEAD PHONE Y PB COMPONENT PR L L R AV-IN 2/OUT VIDEO AUDIO R AUDIO 75-ohm coaxial cable 300-ohm twin-lead VHF/UHF antenna VHF/UHF antenna 300/75-ohm adapter (not supplied) 300-ohm twin-lead 300-ohm twin-lead 75-ohm coaxial cable OUT IN VHF antenna UHF antenna Combiner (not supplied) or or ANT. POWER INPUT DC13V PREPARATION (Continued) A. Combination VHF/UHF Antenna 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 the ANT. terminal on the rear of the TV set. B. Separate VHF and/or UHF Antennas F-type connector 75-ohm coaxial cable (round) 300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat) 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). Antenna Connection (Continued) • 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. Antenna input terminal Antenna cable (supplied) ANTENNAS 11 A • TV/VIDEO, CH ( )/( ), VOL (–)/(+), and MENU on the main unit have the same functions as the same buttons on the remote control. Basically, this operation manual provides a description based on operation with the remote control. FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS Main unit (front view) CH VOL MENU MAIN POWER TV/VIDEO MAIN POWER TV/VIDEO MENU CH ( )/( ) VOL (–)/(+) Speaker SLEEP indicator The SLEEP indicator lights up red when the SLEEP TIMER is set to on. Upper control panel Remote sensor window The screen can be adjusted backwards to an angle between 12 degrees and 35 degrees. The screen cannot be set up straight. When changing the angle, make sure to hold the stand and adjust the screen to the best viewable angle. POWER indicator A green indicator lights when the power is on and a red indicator lights when in the standby mode (the indicator will not light when the main power is off). Adjustable range 12 AV-IN 1 L R AUDIO S-VIDEO ANT. VIDEO POWER INPUT DC13V HEAD PHONE Y PB COMPONENT PR L L R AV-IN 2/OUT VIDEO AUDIO R AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO L Y PB PR R AUDIO L R COMPONENT AV-IN2/OUT ANT. VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO L R HEAD PHONE POWER INPUT DC13V AV-IN1 Main unit (rear view) FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS (Continued) Antenna terminal AUDIO (L) AUDIO (R) HEADPHONE POWER INPUT (DC 13V) AUDIO (L) AUDIO (R) VIDEO Y PR PB AV-IN2/OUT COMPONENT AUDIO (L) AUDIO (R) VIDEO S-VIDEO AV-IN1 Carrying handle 13 Listening with Headphones FRONT AND REAR CONTROL OPTIONS (Continued) I Before connecting a connection cord into the rear terminal, remove the back cover. Push in the tab and pull out the back cover carefully. I To mount the cover, insert the 2 hooks on the bottom of the cover into the cabinet and press on the upper part of the back cover until the tab locks in place with a click. Removing the Back Cover I Plug the headphone mini-plug into the HEADPHONE jack located on the rear of the TV set. Headphones A • Headphones are not included in the supplied accessories. • No sound will be heard from the main unit speakers when a headphone mini-plug is connected into the HEADPHONE jack. M On-screen display 60 VOLUME c Rear terminal AV-IN 1 L R AUDIO S-VIDEO ANT. VIDEO POWER INPUT DC13V HEAD PHONE AV-IN 1 L R AUDIO S-VIDEO ANT. VIDEO POWER INPUT DC12V HEAD PHONE Y PB COMPONENT PR L L R AV-IN 2/OUT VIDEO AUDIO R AUDIO 14 EZ SETUP Control section of main unit 1 Press MAIN POWER, located on the upper side of the main unit, to turn on the TV. The SELECT LANGUAGE mode will be dis- played. 2 Press a/b to select “ENGLISH”, “ESPAÑOL (SPANISH)” or “FRANCAIS (FRENCH)”. 3 Press c/d to access EZ SETUP mode. 4 Press d. The tuner will automatically search for the broadcasting and cable TV channels. (The CH No. will auto- matically increase when it ap- pears.) If you want to stop the EZ SETUP process once it has started, press c and it will be canceled. If you want to SET UP again, please refer to pages 27 and 28 on SET UP. To cancel EZ SETUP Press c. 5 Once EZ SETUP is completed, the lowest channel number memorized will be displayed. SELECT LANGUAGE ENGL I SH ESPAÑOL FRANCA I S SELECT : ENTER : EX I T : MENU EZ SETUP during the First Power On CH VOL POWER MENU DISPLAY MUTE SLEEP PIC. FLIP BRIGHT CC TV/VIDEO FLASHBACK MAIN POWER CH VOL MENU MAIN POWER TV/VIDEO MENU/ a/b/c/d I When you turn on the TV for the first time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting channels. Please perform the following instructions before you press MAIN POWER. (1) Insert the batteries into the remote control. (See page 8.) (2) Connect the antenna cable to the TV set. (See page 10.) (3) Connect the AC adapter to the DC input terminal of the product and plug in the AC cord to the wall outlet. (See page 9.) START EZ SETUP? CONNECT ANTENNA OR CABLE. YES: NO: EX I T : MENU PLEASE WA I T AUTO PROGRAMMING STOP: 2 A • Do not let the EZ SETUP screen display unattended for a long time. • If EZ SETUP does not memorize all the channels in your region, please refer to pages 27 and 28 for more information on manually memorizing the channels using CHANNEL 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 pages 27 and 28 for more information on manually memorizing channels using CHANNEL SETTING. 15 CH VOL POWER MENU DISPLAY MUTE SLEEP PIC. FLIP BRIGHT CC TV/VIDEO FLASHBACK REMOTE CONTROL BASIC OPERATION 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. Country TV broadcasting Factory setting of color system User setting system TV Video TV/Video U.S.A. Color: NTSC NTSC (N358) NTSC (N358) Not required TV ch: US ch US ch US ch 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 25) 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 25) MENU/ a/b/c/d (Cursor control) (p. 19) TV/VIDEO (p. 16) POWER (p. 17) DISPLAY*1 SLEEP (p. 20) BRIGHT (p. 21) VOL(+)/(–) (p. 17) MTS*3 (p. 17) PIC. FLIP (p. 22) FLASHBACK*2 CH ( )/( ) (p. 18) Channel Select (p. 18) *1Displays the receiving chan- nel for 10 seconds. *2Returns to the previous channel. *3Selects audio settings. A • The 3 Dimensional Y/C separation circuit* only works when the color system is set to N358 in TV mode and Video mode. *The 3 Dimensional Y/C separation circuit is used to remove flickering and color bleeding. CC (CLOSED CAPTION) (pp. 30, 31) MUTE (p. 17) 16 AV 2 COMPONENT 12 AV 1 BASIC OPERATION (Continued) Control section of main unit 1 Press MAIN POWER, located on the upper side of the main unit, to on. 2 The POWER indicator instantane- ously changes from red to green and the main unit is turned on. M On-screen display 2 STEREO • Video camera • Home video game system External devices that can be connected to COMPONENT terminal A • PC connection is not possible. • For the cable, use a commercially available audio/video cable. • Only connect audio/video signals to AV-IN1 and 2 terminals. Connecting other signals may result in a malfunction. • AV-IN1 has 2 video input terminals: VIDEO and S-VIDEO. When you connect external devices to both terminals (and if you select AV-IN1), you can only view pictures from the S-VIDEO terminal. To view the picture from the VIDEO terminal, do not connect any external device to the S-VIDEO terminal. • For more information about external device connections, see the manuals of your external devices. AV-IN 1 L R AUDIO S-VIDEO ANT. VIDEO POWER INPUT DC13V HEAD PHONE Y PB COMPONENT PR L L R AV-IN 2/OUT VIDEO AUDIO R AUDIO TUNER/BAND DVD AUX 1 AUX 3 AUX 2 SURROUND ON/OFF TUNER/BAND DVD AUX 1 AUX 3 AUX 2 SURROUND ON/OFF Example of external devices that can be connected External devices that can be connected to AV-IN2 terminal * If your external device has a component terminal, COMPONENT connection is recommended (you can view high-quality pictures). • DVD, etc. • VCR • Laser disc player * If your external device has an S-Video terminal, S-VIDEO connection is recommended. External devices that can be connected to AV-IN1 terminal 39 CONNECTING WITH EXTERNAL DEVICES (Continued) Connecting a VCR, DVD player or a video camera (AV-IN1/2/COMPONENT) 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 AV-IN1), 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. • Do not connect antennas or headphones to AV-IN1. AV-IN 1 L R AUDIO S-VIDEO ANT. VIDEO POWER INPUT DC13V HEAD PHONE Y PB COMPONENT PR L L R AV-IN 2/OUT VIDEO AUDIO R AUDIO TUNER/BAND DVD AUX 1 AUX 3 AUX 2 SURROUND ON/OFF TUNER/BAND DVD AUX 1 AUX 3 AUX 2 SURROUND ON/OFF VIDEO AUDIO L Y PB PR R AUDIO L R COMPONENT AV-IN2/OUT ANT. VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO L R HEAD PHONE POWER INPUT DC13V AV-IN1 To AV-IN2 terminal To audio/video output terminal To component input (Video) terminal To component input (Audio) terminal To AV-IN1 terminal To audio/video output terminal Video Audio (L) Audio (R) Audio (L) Audio (R) Y PB PR DVD Player VCR Video Audio (L) Audio (R) Video camera To S-Video input terminal To S-Video output terminal S-Video VCR 40 AV-IN 1 L R AUDIO S-VIDEO ANT. VIDEO POWER INPUT DC13V HEAD PHONE Y PB COMPONENT PR L L R AV-IN 2/OUT VIDEO AUDIO R AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO L Y R COMPONENT AV-IN2/OUT CONNECTING WITH EXTERNAL DEVICES (Continued) Outputting video and audio (video output) You can output video and audio data from the TV set through the AV output terminals (AV-OUT). • When using as an OUTPUT terminal, select PRESET in the MENU and set AV2 IN/OUT to OUT. (See page 26.) • The factory setting for AV2 IN/OUT is IN. A • AV2 has 2 OUT modes (see page 26). • When using the S-Video input for AV-IN1, no video output will be made to the AV output terminal, but audio output will be made for connection to external audio systems. Connect to a VCR, audio amplifier, etc. How to fix the cables • Fix cables and cords with the attached cable clamp so that they do not get caught when mounting the cover. • Connect the cables and cords after fixing the cable clamp. AV-IN 1 L R AUDIO S-VIDEO ANT. VIDEO POWER INPUT DC12V HEAD PHONE Y PB COMPONENT PR L L R AV-IN 2/OUT VIDEO AUDIO R AUDIO Cable clamp 41 TROUBLESHOOTING I Before calling for repair service, check the following items for possible remedies to the encountered symptoms. TV set Problem Check item Reference Pages There is no picture. There is no picture from AV-IN1. 9 – 16 16 Sound Picture • 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 main power switch of the main unit is on. There is no picture or sound. Picture • Make sure the BLACK LEVEL is properly adjusted. • Fluorescent lamp may have reached the end of service life. • Make sure the S-Video terminal is free of connections. 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. • Consider whether TV signals are being properly received. Picture is not clear. • Make sure the antenna cable is properly connected. • Consider whether TV signals are being properly received. Picture is light or improperly tinted. • Check color adjustment. • Check color system setting. The picture is too dark. • Press the BRIGHT button. • Check PICTURE and BLACK LEVEL 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. 24, 25 43 39 17 17 13 9 – 9 – 24, 25 24, 25 15 24, 25 43 8 8 42 Antenna Problem Check item • The reception may be weak. • The state of the broadcast may also be bad. • Make sure the antenna is facing the right direction. • Make sure the outside antenna is not disconnected. The picture is not sharp. TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) 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, transmis- sion 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. I 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 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. Storage temperature: –4°F to +140°F (–20°C to +60°C) 43 SPECIFICATIONS Items LC-20E1U Model LCD panel 19.7” ASV & BLACK-TFT LCD Number of dots 921,600 dots VGA Video color systems N358, N443, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, SECAM, PAL-60 Destination USA/Latin A/Twn TV Standard (CCIR) NTSC/PAL-M/PAL-N TV function TV Tuning System PLL 181 ch. STEREO MTS+SAP CATV 125 ch. 3 Dimensional Y/C separation circuit Yes (N358 only) Digital comb filter Yes Brightness 430 cd/m2 Lamp life 60,000 hours Viewing angles H: 170° V: 170° Audio amplifier 2.5 W × 2 Speakers 1 37/64 � 2 3/4 in. (4 � 7 cm), 2 pcs. AV1 AV-IN1, S-VIDEO-IN AV2 AV-IN2/AV-OUT Terminals COMPONENT COMPONENT-IN, AUDIO-IN Antenna F-Type Headphone Mini-jack for stereo (ø 3.5 mm) OSD language English/French/Spanish Power supply DC 13 V, AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz Weight 15.7 lbs (7.1 kg), w/o accessories Accessories Remote control, Batteries, Antenna cable, AC adapter, AC cord, Cable clamp, Operation Manual As a 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. 44 DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS Unit: inch/(mm) VIDEO L AUDIO R Y PB PR AV-IN 2/OUT COMPONENT L AUDIO R VIDEO S-VIDEO L AUDIO R HEAD PHONE ANT. POWER INPUT DC13V AV-IN 1 POWER SLEEP CH VOL MENU MAIN POWER TV/VIDEO 2 43/64 (68) 0 3/16(5) 9 39/64 (244) 3 15/16 (100) 75/32 (182) 2 43/64 (68) 7 23/64 (187) 12 35/64 (319) 161/16 (408) 16 31/32 (431) 14 51/64 (376) 8 27/64 (214) 4 3/64 (103) 7 7/16 (189) 12 29/32 (328) 1017/64 (261) 7 9/32 (185) 1913/32 (493) 35 ° 12 ° 2 1/64 (51.5) 3 15/16 (100) 17 21/64(440) 45 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135 SHARP CORPORATION LIMITED WARRANTY END-USER LIMITED WARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first end user purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below. 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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. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage. Some states do not allow limits on warranties or on remedies for breach in certain transactions; in such states, the limits herein may not apply. Model Specific Section Your Product Model Number & Description: LC-20E1U LCD Color Television (Be sure to have this information available when you need service for your Product.) Warranty Period for this Product: One (1) year parts and labor from the date of purchase. Additional Item(s) Excluded from Warranty Coverage (if any): None Where to Obtain Service: 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. What to do to Obtain Service: 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. TO OBTAIN PRODUCT INFORMATION, CALL 1-888-LCD-SHARP OR VISIT www.sharpusa.com 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. LIMITED WARRANTY Consumer Electronics Products Congratulations on your purchase! Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. (hereinafter called “Sharp”) gives the following express warranty to the first consumer purchaser for this Sharp brand product, when shipped in its original container and sold or distributed in Canada by Sharp or by an Authorized Sharp Dealer: Sharp warrants that this product is free, under normal use and maintenance, from any defects in material and workmanship. If any such defects should be found in this product within the applicable warranty period, Sharp shall, at its option, repair or replace the product as specified herein. This warranty shall not apply to: (a) Any defects caused or repairs required as a result of abusive operation, negligence, accident, improper installation or inappropriate use as outlined in the owner’s manual. (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. 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Should this Sharp product fail to operate during the warranty period, warranty service may be obtained upon delivery of the Sharp product together with proof of purchase and a copy of this LIMITED WARRANTY statement to an Authorized Sharp Service Centre or an Authorized Sharp Servicing Dealer. In home warranty service may be provided at Sharp’s discretion on any Sharp television with the screen size of 27” or larger and on any Sharp Over-the-Range Microwave Oven. This warranty constitutes the entire express warranty granted by Sharp and no other dealer, service centre or their agent or employee is authorized to extend, enlarge or transfer this warranty on behalf of Sharp. 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