Contents 1 2 3 4 5 EN Get started 3 TV tour Important Environmental efforts Position the TV Help and support 3 6 7 9 10 Use your TV 11 Controls Watch TV Watch a connected device Browse home network Browse AQUOS NET + Rent online video 11 12 15 17 18 20 Use more of your TV 22 Enjoy HbbTV View Teletext Set locks and timers View subtitles View TV wallpaper Set universal access Use Link operation 22 23 24 25 25 26 27 Set up your TV 30 Settings assistant Picture and sound Channels Menu langua
English 1 Get started TV tour Remote control To open or close the Find menu. In the Find menu, access the channel list. To adjust the volume. To open or close the Options menu. Options menus offer convenient settings for TV channels or programmes. To switch TV channels. To return to the previous menu page. To open or close the Menu. In the Menu, access connected devices, picture and sound settings, and other useful features. To exit from a menu or function. To open or close the Source menu.
Connect devices To select a green menu option or to access energy efficient settings. To select a yellow menu option or to access the electronic user manual. Read more about the remote control in Use your TV > Controls > Remote control (Page 11). Alternatively, look at the index in Search for... Press EN to select the next TV tour. 4 For the best picture and sound quality, connect a DVD, Blu-ray disc player, or game console through HDMI (TM). To watch a device, add it to the TV menu. 1.
English You can learn more on device connections in Connect your TV > Connect devices. High Definition TV For high-definition (HD) picture quality, watch HD programmes. On standard-definition (SD) programmes, the picture quality is standard.
Important Safety Read and understand all instructions before you use your TV. If damage is caused by failure to follow instructions, the warranty does not apply. Risk of electric shock or fire! Never expose the TV to rain or water. Never place liquid containers, such as vases, near the TV. If liquids are spilt on or into the TV, disconnect the TV from the power outlet immediately. Contact the SHARP service centre to have the TV checked before use.
Screen care Risk of damage to the TV screen! Never touch, push, rub or strike the screen with any object. Unplug the TV before cleaning. Clean the TV and frame with a soft damp cloth. Never use substances such as alcohol, chemicals or household cleaners on the TV. To avoid deformations and colour fading, wipe off water drops as soon as possible. Avoid stationary images as much as possible. Stationary images are images that remain onscreen for extended periods of time.
Power management: The advanced power management of this TV ensures the most efficient use of its energy. To view how your personalised TV settings affect the TV's relative power consumption, press MENU and select [Setup] > [Watch demos] > [Active contrast +]. End of use Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.
Placement Before you position the TV, read all safety precautions. See Get Started > Important > Safety (Page 6). Position the TV where light does not shine directly on the screen. The ideal distance from which to watch TV is three times its diagonal screen size. For example, if the diagonal screen size of the TV is 117cm / 46", the ideal viewing distance is ~3.5m / ~138" from the front of the screen. While seated, your eyes should be level with the centre of the screen.
Help and support Use Help You can access onscreen [Help] from the TV menu by pressing the Yellow button. You can also switch between the [Help] menu and the TV menu by pressing the Yellow button. contact SHARP If you like, you can contact the SHARP service centre in your country for support. Contact information is available at www.sharp-eu.com. Before you contact SHARP, note down your TV model and serial number. You can find this information on the back of your TV or on its packaging.
Remote control English 2 Use your TV Controls TV controls 1. (Standby): Switch the TV on or to standby. 2. (Navigation buttons): Navigate through menus and select items. 3. P / P : Switch channels, navigate through menu pages, tracks, albums or folders. 4. MENU: Access the TV menu. 5. OK: Confirm an entry or selection. 6. OPTIONS: Access options for the current activity or selection. 1. VOL +/-: Increase or decrease volume. 2. Remote control sensor and standby indicator. 3. MENU: Access the TV menu.
Link operation, controls 16. SUBTITLE: Enable or disable subtitles. 17. TEXT: Enable or disable teletext. 18. Play buttons: Control video or music play. Batteries If your remote control signal is weak, replace the batteries: 1. Open the battery cover. 2. Remove the old batteries from the battery compartment, and replace them with fresh batteries. Make sure that the ends of the batteries line up correctly with the +/- markings in the battery compartment.
Switch TV channels Press P / P on the remote control. Press CH / on the TV. Press the Alphanumeric buttons to enter a channel number. 1. Press MENU. 2. Select [Setup] > [TV settings] > [Preferences] > [Auto switch off] > [Off]. Adjust TV volume Increase or decrease the TV volume Press +/- on the remote control. Press VOL +/- on the front of the TV. Manage channel lists You can view all channels, or only your favourites in the channel list. Press FIND to access the channel list.
View only analogue or digital TV channels You can filter the channel list to access only analogue or digital channels. 1. In the channel list, press OPTIONS. 2. Select [Select list] > [Analogue] or [Digital], then press OK. Depending on your selection, only analogue or digital channels are available. Listen to digital radio If digital radio channels are available, they are installed automatically when you install the TV channels. 1. While you watch TV, press FIND. 2. Select [Channel list:], then press OK.
Change the picture format to suit your preference. 1. Press ADJUST. 2. Select [Picture format], then press OK. 3. Select a picture format, then press OK to confirm. The available picture formats depend on the video source: [Auto fill]: Adjust the picture to fill the screen (subtitles remain visible). Recommended for minimal screen distortion but not for HD or PC. [Auto zoom]: Enlarge the picture to fill the screen. Recommended for minimal screen distortion but not for HD or PC.
Play from USB If you have photos, videos or music files on a USB storage device, you can play the files on TV. Caution: SHARP is not responsible if the USB storage device is not supported, nor is it responsible for damage or loss of data in the device. Do not overload the USB port. If you connect an HDD device that consumes more than 500mA power, make sure that it is connected to its own external power supply.
Enable sharing on Windows Media Player 11 What you can do 1. Start Windows Media Player on your computer. 2. Select Library > Media Sharing. The first time you select Media Sharing, a pop-up screen appears. Tick the Share my media box and click OK. A device marked as Unknown Device appears in the Media Sharing screen. If the unknown device does not appear after a minute or so, make sure that your PC firewall is not blocking the connection. 3.
5. Select the media programme and click Allowed. A green arrow appears next to the media programme. By default, Windows Media Player shares files from these folders: My Music, My Pictures, and My Videos. 6. If your files are in other folders, select Organize tab and select Manage libraries > Music. Follow the onscreen instructions to add the folders that contain your media files. Enable sharing on Twonky Media 1. Visit www.twonkymedia.
Access AQUOS NET + apps To enjoy AQUOS NET +, complete these tasks: 1. On your home network, connect the TV to the Internet 2. On your TV, configure AQUOS NET +. Notes: You can lock AQUOS NET + Applications (Apps) with a 4 digit pincode. All adult Apps can be locked as one selection. When you lock an adult services, the advertisements and Web pages not adapted for AQUOS NET + remain accessible. Connect the TV to the Internet On your home network, connect the following: 1.
Options Press OPTIONS to select the following: Remove App Lock App Unlock App Move App Show remote control Keys such as play , rewind and fast forward can be called up with [Show remote control]. Press OPTIONS and select [Show remote control]. Use the onscreen keys to operate the connected audio or video player. Select a key and press OK to carry out its function. Press to hide the onscreen keys. Select P+ and P- to scroll up and down on a web page.
If you cancel a download, you can still download the video until the rental period expires. Watch video 1. Press MENU, select [AQUOS NET +]. 2. Select [Video Stores], then press OK. 3. With your log-in, enter the online store where you rented the video. 4. Select the video from the list of downloaded videos, then press OK to play. Rent View a video store 1. Press MENU. 2. Select [AQUOS NET +] > [Video Stores] and press OK. The video store page shows the available stores for your country. 3.
3 Use more of your TV Enjoy HbbTV Navigate HbbTV pages To navigate the HbbTV pages, you can use the navigation buttons, colour buttons, number buttons and the (Back) button. While you watch videos within HbbTV pages, you can use (play), (pause) and (stop) buttons. What you can do Some broadcasters of digital channels offer interactive HbbTV (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV). With HbbTV, broadcasters combine their normal TV programme with all kinds of information or entertainment.
Select a page 1. Select a channel that has teletext feature, then press TEXT. 2. Select a page in one of the following ways: Enter the page number with the Numeric buttons. Press or to view the next or previous page. Press the Colour buttons to select a colour coded item. 3. Press to exit. Teletext options 1. When you view teletext, press OPTIONS. 2. Select one of the following options: [Freeze page] / [Unfreeze page]: Freeze or unfreeze the current page.
Teletext 2.5 Teletext 2.5 offers more colours and better graphics than normal teletext. If Teletext 2.5 is broadcast by a channel, it is switched on by default. To switch Teletext 2.5 on or off 1. Press MENU. 2. Select [Setup] > [TV settings] > [Preferences]. 3. Select [Text 2.5] > [On] or [Off], then press OK. Set locks and timers Clock You can display a clock on the TV screen. The clock displays the time that is broadcast by your TV service operator. Display the TV clock 1.
Subtitle language Some digital broadcasters rate their programmes according to age. You can set your TV to display only programmes with age ratings lower than your child's age. 1. Press MENU. 2. Select [Setup] > [Channel settings] or [Satellite settings]. 3. Select [Child lock] > [Parental rating]. A message prompts you to enter the child lock code. 4. Enter the child lock code with the Numeric buttons. 5. Select an age rating, then press OK. All programmes above the selected age rating are blocked.
Set TV Wallpaper Visually impaired You can load another picture as wallpaper. Note: Loading a new picture overrides the existing picture. 1. Connect the USB storage device to the TV. 2. Press MENU. 3. Select [USB media], then press OK. 4. Select a picture, then press OPTIONS. 5. Select [Set as Wall paper], then press OK. 6. Select [Yes], then press OK. 7. Press any key to exit wallpaper. Tip: To verify whether visually impaired audio is available, press OPTIONS and select [Audio language].
What you can do Get the most out of your HDMI-CECcompliant devices with SHARP Link operation. Note: Other brands describe HDMI-CEC functionality differently. Some examples are Philips EasyLink, Anynet (Samsung) or BRAVIA Sync (Sony). Not all brands are fully compatible with SHARP Link Operation. After you switch on SHARP Link operation, these features are available: One-touch play When you play an HDMI-CEC compliant device, the TV switches on from standby, and switches to the correct source.
Control devices simultaneously If you connect multiple HDMI-CEC devices that support this setting, all the devices respond to the TV remote control. Caution: This is an advanced setting. Devices that do not support this setting will not respond to the TV remote control. 1. Press MENU. 2. Select [Setup] > [TV settings] > [Link operation]. 3. Select [Link operation remote control] > [On] or [Off]. 4. Press OK to activate. Notes: To switch back to TV control, press MENU, then select [Watch TV].
[Amplifier]: Stream audio through the connected HDMI-CEC device. If system audio mode is not enabled on the device, audio continue to stream from the TV speakers. If [Link operation autostart] was enabled, the TV prompts the connected device to switch to system audio mode. English Retain picture quality If your TV picture quality is affected by the picture-processing features of other devices, switch on Brilliant colour processor +. To switch on Brilliant Colour Processor+ 1. Press MENU. 2.
4 Set up your TV Settings assistant Use the settings assistant to guide you through the picture and sound settings. 1. While you watch TV, press MENU. 2. Select [Setup] > [Quick picture and sound settings], then press OK. 3. Select [Start], then press OK. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to choose your preferred settings. Picture and sound More picture settings 1. Press MENU. 2. Select [Setup] > [TV settings] > [Picture], then press OK. 3.
Select audio language If the TV channel has multiple or dual sound broadcast, you can select the preferred audio language. While you watch TV, press OPTIONS. [Audio language]: Select the audio language for digital channels. [Dual I-II]: Select the audio language for analogue channels. Digital TV channels can stream several audio languages. If multiple languages are available, select the preferred language. 1. Press MENU. 2. Select [Setup] > [Channel settings] or [Satellite settings] > [Language]. 3.
Hide or unhide Automatic install Hide channels To prevent unauthorised access to channels, hide them from the channel list. 1. While you watch TV, press FIND. 2. Select the channel to rename and press OPTIONS. 3. Select [Hide channel], then press OK. The channel is hidden. Unhide channels 1. While you watch TV, press FIND. 2. Press OPTIONS. When the TV was switched on for the first time, a full installation of channels was performed.
You can search and store analogue TV channels manually. Step 1: Select your system Note: Skip this step if your system settings are correct. 1. While you watch TV, press MENU. 2. Select [Setup] > [Channel settings] > [Channel installation]. 3. Select [Analogue: Manual installation] > [System], then press OK. 4. Select the system for your country or region, then press OK. Step 2: Search and store new TV channels 1. In the [Analogue: Manual installation] menu, select [Find channel], then press OK. 2.
Menu language 1. While you watch TV, press MENU. 2. Select [Setup] > [TV settings] > [Preferences] > [Menu language]. 3. Select a menu language from the list, then press OK. Other settings TV demo Start a demo to find out more about your TV's features. Note: Demos are not supported on MHEG channels. 1. While you watch TV, press MENU. 2. Select [Setup] > [Watch demos], then press OK. 3. Select a demo, then press OK. 4. Press to exit. Update software TV software Check software version 1. Press MENU. 2.
English Reinstall the TV Reinstall your TV to reset all picture and sound settings and reinstall all TV channels. 1. Press MENU. 2. Select [Setup] > [TV settings] > [Reinstall TV], then press OK. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions.
5 Connect your TV About cables Cable quality Overview Before you connect devices to the TV, check the available connectors on the device. Connect the device to the TV with the highest quality connection available. Good quality cables ensure a good transfer of picture and sound. The connections shown in this user manual are recommendations only. Other solutions are possible.
VGA A SCART cable combines video and audio signals. SCART connectors can handle RGB video signals but cannot handle high-definition (HD) TV signals. Use this connection to display PC content on the TV. For video and sound, use the VGA and AUDIO IN connectors. Connect devices Overview You can connect your devices to the TV with any of the following options. After connection, press MENU > [Add your devices].
Blu-ray or DVD disc player Connect the disc player with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the disc player with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. TV receiver Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with an antenna cable to the TV. (SAT is available on certain models only.
English Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with a SCART cable to the TV. Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV.
Recorder Connect the recorder with an antenna cable to the TV. (SAT is available on certain models only.) Connect the recorder with a SCART cable to the TV. Connect the recorder with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV.
The most practical connectors for a game console are on the side of the TV. However, you can also use the connectors at the back of the TV. For the best gaming experience, set the TV to game mode. 1. Press ADJUST. 2. Select [Smart picture] > [Game], then press OK. 3. To exit, press . Connect the game console with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the game console with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV.
Connect the home theatre with a SCART cable to the TV. Connect the home theatre with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Digital camera Connect the digital camera with a USB cable to the TV.
Digital camcorder English Connect the digital camera with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the digital camcorder with a component cable (Y Pb Pr) and an audio L/R cable to the TV. Connect more devices External hard disk Connect the external hard disk with a USB cable to the TV.
Computer Connect the computer with an HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the computer with a DVI-HDMI cable to the TV. Connect the computer with a VGA cable and an audio cable to the TV.
Connect English Computers and the Internet What you can do Network benefits Connect the TV to your home network, and play photos, music and videos stored on your network devices. See Use your TV > Browse home network (see "Browse home network" on page 17). If your TV is connected to a network with Internet access, you can also access AQUOS NET + content. What you need Warning: This TV complies with the EMC directive only when you use a shielded Cat5 ethernet cable.
WPS - Wi-Fi Protected Setup If your router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), press the WPS button on the router. Return to the TV in 2 minutes, select [WPS] and press OK. The TV connects to your network. This takes about 2 minutes. Complete the installation. Most new wireless routers have the WPS system and carry the WPS logo. The WPS system uses WPA security encryption and cannot be combined with devices on your network that use the WEP security encryption.
English Project your PC: PC requirements Recommended specifications Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 (PC only) Intel Pentium Core 2 Duo 2.1 GHz 1 GB RAM 200 MB free hard disk space Wi-Fi 802.11n Internet connection Common interface What you can do To watch some digital TV programmes, you need a Conditional Access Module (CAM). If a CAM is inserted and subscription fees are paid, you can watch the channel. The applications, functions, the content and the onscreen messages vary for each CAM service.
6 Troubleshooting contact SHARP Warning: Do not attempt to repair the TV yourself. This may cause severe injury, irreparable damage to your TV or void your warranty. You can also contact the SHARP service centre in your country for support. Contact information is available at www.sharpeu.com. Take note of your TV model and serial number before you contact SHARP. General TV The TV does not switch on: Disconnect the power cable from the power outlet. Wait for one minute then reconnect it.
The TV is on, but there is no picture or the picture is distorted: Make sure that the antenna is properly connected to the TV. Make sure that the correct device is selected as the display source. Make sure that the external device or source is properly connected. There is sound but no picture: Make sure that the picture settings are set correctly. There is poor TV reception from an antenna connection: Make sure that the antenna is properly connected to the TV.
HDMI Network There are problems with HDMI devices: Note that HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) support can delay the time taken for a TV to display content from a HDMI device. If the TV does not recognise the HDMI device and no picture is displayed, switch the source from one device to another and back again. If there are intermittent sound disruptions, make sure that output settings from the HDMI device are correct.
Power and reception Power Mains power : AC 220-240 V~, 50-60 Hz Standby power : <0.15 W Ambient temperature: 5 to 40 degrees Celsius Reception Antenna input: 75 ohm coaxial (IEC75) TV system: DVB COFDM 2K/8 K, Video playback: NTSC, PAL, SECAM Digital TV: MPEG-4, DVB-T (Terrestrial), DVB-C (Cable), *DVB-S (Satellite). Tuner bands: VHF, UHF, S-Channel, Hyperband *Available on certain models only.
Multimedia Supported multimedia connections USB (FAT or DOS-formatted; Mass Storage Class compliant with 500mA only) SD card slot Supported audio/video files Multimedia file names must not exceed 128 characters. Supported audio/video files Multimedia file names must not exceed 128 characters.
Rear EXT 1: SCART (RGB/CVBS) EXT 2: Component (Y Pb Pr), Audio L/R SERV.U: Service port AUDIO IN: DVI/VGA stereo 3.5-mm mini-jack SAT (DVB-S): Available on certain models only. Bottom Network: Ethernet DIGITAL AUDIO OUT: Coaxial HDMI 2: HDMI HDMI 1 ARC: HDMI Audio Return Channel Antenna: 75 ohm coaxial VGA: PC input Side Common Interface: CI SD card USB Headphones: Stereo 3.5-mm mini-jack HDMI Dimensions Note: Dimensions and weights are approximate values only.
Use your TV legend to note the weight of the TV with stand. Use your TV legend to note the dimensions of your TV (with and without the stand). Use your TV legend to note the thickness of your TV (with and without the stand).
8 Index dimensions - 53 A E age rating - 25 end of use - 8 analogue channels, fine-tune - 33 environment efforts - 7 AQUOS NET+, browse - 18 environment, recycle - 8 audio language - 31 C CAM, see Conditional Access Module - 47 care - 7 F factory settings - 31 favourites list, add - 13 channels - 31 H channels, fine-tune (analogue) - 33 HDMI - 36 channels, hide or unhide - 32 HDMI ARC - 36 channels, install (automatic) - 32 hearing impaired - 26 channels, install (manual) - 33 help, on
subtitle, digital - 25 O online video, rent - 20 P subtitle, language - 25 subtitles - 25 T PC, connect - 44 PC, display resolutions - 51 picture format - 30 picture settings - 30 placement, stand or wall mount - 9 position the TV - 9 power - 51 teletext - 23 teletext 2.
