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Sharp Aquos LC-15B8U-S User Manual

Sharp Aquos LC-15B8U-S
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LC-15B8U
OPERATION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO
LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
TÉLÉVISEUR ACL
TELEVISOR CON PANTALLA DE
CRISTAL LÍQUIDO
TELEVISOR DE CRISTAL
LÍQUIDO
LC-15B8U
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
Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR
®
are designed to protect the environment
through superior energy efficiency.
Les produits agréés ENERGY STAR
®
sont conçus pour protéger l’environnement par un
rendement énergétique supérieur.
Printed in Mexico
Imprimé au Mexique
Impreso en México
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Sharp Aquos LC-15B8U-S Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSharp
ModelAquos LC-15B8U-S
CategoryLCD TV
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Model and Serial Number Recording

Record TV model and serial numbers for loss or theft reporting.

Critical Safety Warnings

Essential warnings to prevent fire, electric shock, and damage from misuse or moisture.

COMPREHENSIVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safe Operation and Maintenance

Read manual, follow instructions, avoid unauthorized servicing, and protect product from hazards.

Electrical Safety and Power Handling

Proper use of AC cord, power source, and polarized plug to prevent shock and fire.

PRODUCT USAGE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY

Cleaning, Placement, and Ventilation

Guidelines for cleaning, stable placement, and ensuring adequate ventilation for the TV.

Handling and Heat Exposure

Care for the glass LCD panel and keeping the unit away from heat sources.

EXTERNAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Antenna Grounding and Lightning Protection

Proper antenna grounding and unplugging during storms for surge protection.

Power Line Proximity and Fire Prevention

Avoidance of power lines and fire hazards like open flames or liquid spills.

GETTING STARTED: PREPARATION

Remote Control Setup

Installing batteries and basic operation of the remote control.

Antenna and Power Connections

Connecting antennas and the AC power cord to the television.

TELEVISION UNIT OVERVIEW

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Identification of buttons, sensors, and indicators on the main unit.

Rear Panel Terminals and Cable Management

Locating all input/output ports and securing cables.

REMOTE CONTROL AND SIGNAL CONFIGURATION

Remote Control Button Functions

Detailed explanation of each button on the remote control.

Regional TV Signal Settings

Setting the correct color system for different countries and regions.

INITIAL TV SETUP: EZ SETUP

EZ SETUP Procedure and Language

Step-by-step guide for initial setup, including language and auto-channel scanning.

Automatic Clock and Channel Memory

How EZ SETUP automatically configures the clock and memorizes broadcast channels.

CLOCK SETTING AND MANAGEMENT

Automatic Clock Synchronization (AUTO CLOCK)

Using EDS signals for automatic time setting.

Manual Clock Adjustment

Setting the clock manually when automatic sync is not available.

BASIC TELEVISION OPERATIONS

Powering On/Off and Standby Mode

Controls for turning the TV on, off, and placing it in standby.

Time Display and DST Adjustment

Functions for viewing the current time and adjusting for Daylight Saving Time.

INPUT SELECTION AND AUDIO CONTROL

Switching Between Input Sources

Selecting the correct input for connected devices (INPUT1, INPUT2, INPUT3, TV).

Volume Adjustment and Muting

Using volume buttons and the mute function for sound control.

Multichannel TV Sound (MTS) Options

Selecting audio settings for broadcast reception.

CHANNEL SELECTION AND MENU NAVIGATION

Changing TV Channels

Methods for selecting TV channels using the remote or unit controls.

Navigating and Selecting Menu Items

How to access and operate the TV's menu system.

PICTURE AND AUDIO SETTING MENUS

Picture Menu Options

Settings for AV MODE, BACKLIGHT, CONTRAST, and other picture adjustments.

Audio Menu Options

Settings for TREBLE, BASS, BALANCE, and audio resets.

Setup and Option Menu Categories

Overview of Setup (CH-SETTING, CLOCK) and Option (VIEW MODE, TIMERS) menus.

PICTURE ADJUSTMENT MODES

AV MODE Preset Options

Selecting image modes like STANDARD, DYNAMIC, MOVIE, or GAME.

Optical Picture Control (OPC)

Automatic brightness adjustment based on ambient light.

FINE-TUNING PICTURE QUALITY

Backlight Brightness Control

Adjusting screen brightness using the BACKLIGHT setting.

Detailed Picture Settings

Fine-tuning CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, TINT, and SHARPNESS.

ADVANCED COLOR AND SOUND ADJUSTMENTS

Color Temperature Adjustment

Adjusting color tone for better white balance and visual appeal.

Audio Quality Settings

Customizing sound with TREBLE, BASS, and BALANCE controls.

USEFUL TELEVISION FEATURES: CHANNEL MANAGEMENT

Channel Setup and EZ SETUP

Configuring channels, performing EZ SETUP, and setting AIR/CABLE modes.

Saving Broadcast Channels to Memory

Scanning and storing available TV channels for quick access.

SETUP MENU CONFIGURATIONS

MTS, Input, Color System, and Language

Configuring audio modes, input selection, color systems, and display language.

PARENTAL CONTROL AND CONTENT RESTRICTION

V-CHIP Parental Control System

Restricting programs based on MPAA and TV Parental Guidelines ratings.

TV Parental Guidelines Explained

Understanding rating categories (V, S, L, D) and how to block content.

CANADIAN RATING SYSTEMS AND V-CHIP

Canadian English and French Ratings

Explanation of Canadian age-based rating systems for content filtering.

V-CHIP BLOCK CONTENT SETUP

Setting Blocked Content for TV Guidelines

Configuring which TV guideline categories (TV-Y, TV-PG, etc.) to block.

Blocking MPAA and Canadian Ratings

Setting block preferences for MPAA and Canadian content ratings.

V-CHIP ACTIVATION AND MANAGEMENT

Activating and Changing V-CHIP Settings

Steps to enable V-CHIP and modify its settings, including secret number.

Canceling V-CHIP BLOCK Temporarily

Procedure to disable V-CHIP functionality, possibly requiring a secret number.

CLOSED CAPTION DISPLAY OPTIONS

Setting Closed Caption Modes (CC1, CC2, T1, T2)

Selecting modes for displaying subtitles or text information from broadcasts.

Direct CC/TEXT Setting Access

Quick access to CC/TEXT settings via the CC button on the remote.

PICTURE DISPLAY MODES AND AUDIO OPTIONS

Picture Aspect Ratio Selection (VIEW MODE)

Adjusting image size and shape (4:3, 16:9, ZOOM, STRETCH).

Audio Only Mode and Blue Screen

Options for audio-only playback and automatic blue screen display.

TIMER FUNCTIONS FOR AUTOMATIC OPERATION

Sleep Timer for Automatic Power Off

Setting the TV to turn off automatically after a set duration.

Wake-Up Timer for Automatic Power On

Scheduling the TV to turn on at a specific time.

ENERGY SAVING AND PICTURE ORIENTATION

Automatic Power Off Features

Functions to conserve energy by shutting down the TV during inactivity or no signal.

Picture Flip Functionality

Rotating the picture display for specific viewing needs.

CONNECTING EXTERNAL DEVICES

Connecting Various AV Devices

Guide to connecting DVD players, VCRs, game systems, and audio amplifiers.

Video and Audio Output Functionality

Using the INPUT3/OUTPUT terminal to send signals to external audio systems.

INPUT TERMINAL CONNECTIONS

Connecting to INPUT1 (COMPONENT)

How to connect devices using COMPONENT video and audio cables.

Connecting to INPUT2 and INPUT3/OUTPUT

Connecting devices to VIDEO, S-VIDEO, and AUDIO terminals.

TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON PROBLEMS

Picture and Sound Issues

Solutions for no picture/sound, unclear images, color problems, and dark screens.

Remote, Clock, and Antenna Problems

Troubleshooting remote control, clock setup, and antenna reception issues.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONS

Product Specifications Overview

Detailed list of technical specifications for the LCD TV.

Dimensional Drawings

Physical dimensions and measurements of the television set.

SERVICE AND WARRANTY SUPPORT

Obtaining Service Assistance

Contact information for service centers and customer support.

Consumer Limited Warranty Details

Explanation of the warranty terms, coverage, and duration.

CANADIAN WARRANTY INFORMATION

Warranty Exclusions and Claims

Specific conditions excluded from warranty coverage and claim procedures.

Canadian Warranty Service Procedures

How to get warranty service for products sold in Canada.

DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS

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