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Sharp AQUOS LC-42A65M User Manual

Sharp AQUOS LC-42A65M
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Sharp AQUOS LC-42A65M Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size42 inches
Display TechnologyLCD
Resolution1920 x 1080
Aspect Ratio16:9
HDMI Ports2
Component Video Input1
Composite Video Input1
Audio Output2 x 10W
Backlight TypeCCFL
Brightness450 cd/m²
Response Time6 ms
USB Ports1
Sound Output20W
Viewing Angle176°
Input TerminalsHDMI, Component, Composite

Summary

Important Safety Precautions

General Safety Guidelines

Covers cleaning, water hazards, fire prevention, heat sources, heavy objects, and stand stability.

Ventilation and Placement

Ensures proper airflow and safe product placement to prevent overheating.

LCD Panel Information

Details regarding pixel behavior and potential visual characteristics of the LCD screen.

Supplied Accessories

Accessory List Overview

Lists essential included items like remote control, batteries, AC cord, and stand components.

Trademarks

Attaching the TV Stand

Stand Assembly Steps

Detailed instructions for assembling and attaching the TV stand.

Screen Angle Adjustment

Guidance on adjusting the TV screen's tilt angle.

TV Front and Side Identification

Control Panel Layout

Identifies the buttons and controls on the front and side of the TV.

Indicator Lights

Explains the function of the power, OPC, and sleep timer indicators.

TV Rear Panel Connections

Terminal Identification

Details all input and output ports located on the rear of the TV.

Headphone Jack Usage

Provides guidelines and notes for using the headphone jack.

Remote Control Operation

Basic Button Functions

Covers power, volume, channel, and input selection controls.

Advanced Function Buttons

Explains buttons for Teletext, menu navigation, and AQUOS LINK.

Initial TV Setup

Connecting Antenna and Power

Instructions for connecting the antenna cable and AC power cord.

Connecting External Devices

General guidance on connecting external audio and video equipment.

Cable Management

Details on using the cable clamp for organizing cables.

Connecting External AV Equipment

VCR/Game Console/Camcorder Connection

Instructions for connecting VCRs, game consoles, and camcorders.

DVD Player Connection

Guidance for connecting DVD players using HDMI or component cables.

Connecting More External Devices

Digital TV STB Connection

Instructions for connecting a Digital TV Set Top Box.

PC Connection

Guidance for connecting a personal computer to the TV.

Digital Audio Output

Information on using the digital audio output terminal.

Remote Control Setup and Usage

Battery Installation and Cautions

Steps for inserting batteries and important usage warnings.

Operation Range and Handling Cautions

Guidelines for effective remote operation and handling precautions.

Powering the TV On and Off

Power On/Off Procedures

Steps for turning the TV on and off using the remote or TV controls.

Power Indicator Status

Explanation of the TV's power indicator light colors and meanings.

Navigating TV Menus

Understanding Menu Operations

Explains the purpose and basic operation of the on-screen menu.

Using TV Control Panel

How to navigate menus using the TV's physical control panel.

Guide Display Explanation

Describes the on-screen guide display for menu operations.

TV/AV Input Menu Options

Picture Settings

Lists available picture adjustment options for TV/AV inputs.

Audio Settings

Lists available audio adjustment options for TV/AV inputs.

Setup and System Options

Lists setup and system configuration options for TV/AV inputs.

PC Input Menu Options

PC Picture and Audio Settings

Available picture and audio adjustments when connected via PC input.

PC Setup and System Options

Setup and system configuration options for PC input.

Automatic Channel Tuning

Initiating Auto Installation

Steps to perform automatic channel scanning and setup.

Language and Password Settings

Configuring language and setting up a password for auto tuning.

Channel and Volume Management

Changing Channels and Volume

Methods for selecting channels and adjusting the volume.

Menu Language Settings

Procedure for selecting the on-screen menu language.

Manual Channel Configuration

Auto Search Process

Detailed steps for performing an automatic channel search.

Manual Adjustments Overview

Lists manual channel tuning options like Search, Fine, Colour, and Sound.

Detailed Channel Settings

Search Tuning and Fine Tuning

Adjusting frequency for optimal channel reception.

Colour and Sound System Setup

Configuring colour system and broadcast sound system settings.

Advanced Channel Management

Channel Labelling and Locking

Assigning names to channels and setting up child lock.

Skipping Channels

Procedure to bypass channels when using channel up/down.

Programme Organization and Erasure

Sorting Programmes

Instructions for rearranging the order of TV channels.

Erasing Programmes

Steps to delete unwanted TV channels.

Enhanced Viewing Features

Split-Screen Display

How to view two different input sources simultaneously on the screen.

Freezing Still Images

Function to freeze a frame of a moving picture.

Audio and Channel Navigation Utilities

Returning to Previous Channels

Switching between the currently tuned and previously viewed channel.

Muting Audio

Temporarily silencing the TV's sound output.

Audio-Only Output

Enabling audio output without displaying the video image.

Analogue Audio Format Selection

Bilingual and Monaural Audio

Switching audio formats for stereo or monaural broadcasts.

Reducing TV Start-up Time

Configuring standby mode to shorten TV power-on time.

Energy Saving Features

Auto Power-Off Timers

Setting timers for automatic TV power-off.

No Signal Auto Power-Off

Enabling automatic power-off when no signal is detected.

Power Management and Ecology Modes

Power Management Settings

Adjusting power saving modes for PC input.

Ecology Mode

Activating ecology mode for enhanced power saving.

Picture Size Adjustment

WSS Auto Size Selection

Automatically adjusts picture size based on WSS signals.

WSS Manual Size Selection

Manually selects between Panorama and Normal for WSS signals.

4:3 Mode Options

Setting the display format for 4:3 aspect ratio content.

Manual Picture Size Control

Manual Size Options

Lists various manual picture size selections like Normal, Zoom, Full.

Auto Selection via WSS

Enabling automatic picture size selection based on WSS/4:3 settings.

Picture Size Mode Descriptions

Explains the characteristics of each picture size mode.

Preset AV Mode Selection

Using AV MODE on Remote

Selecting AV modes directly using the remote control.

AV Input Mode Presets

Overview of preset AV modes for different AV inputs.

PC Input Mode Presets

Available AV modes specifically for PC input.

Manual Picture Settings

OPC and Brightness Controls

Adjusting Optical Picture Control and screen brightness.

Contrast, Colour, Tint, Sharpness

Fine-tuning picture elements like contrast, color, tint, and sharpness.

Advanced Settings and Reset

Accessing advanced settings and resetting picture parameters.

Advanced Picture Enhancements

3D-Y/C and Monochrome

Controls for 3D-Y/C noise reduction and monochrome display.

Digital Noise Reduction (DNR)

Reducing video noise for a clearer picture.

Film Mode and Black Level

Features for optimizing film-based content and dark portions.

Additional Picture Adjustments

Image Position Adjustment

Adjusting the horizontal and vertical position of the PC image.

Game Play Time Feature

Displays elapsed game time when using GAME AV mode.

Audio Adjustment Options

Bass Enhancer and Volume Select

Adjusting bass response and selecting audio output volume control.

SRS TruSurround XT Sound

Enabling and configuring SRS TruSurround XT for immersive sound.

External Device Integration

HDMI Output Device Connection

Connecting devices via HDMI for audio and video signals.

HDMI Auto View and Audio Select

Configuring automatic HDMI signal recognition and audio input.

Input Source and Signal Settings

Selecting Input Sources

Choosing the desired input source from available terminals.

Setting Input Signal Type

Configuring the signal type for external equipment.

Input Source Customization

Labelling Input Sources

Assigning custom labels to input sources.

Skipping HDMI/RGB Input

Option to skip specific HDMI or RGB inputs in the selection menu.

Colour System Configuration

Setting the compatible colour system for video signals.

AQUOS LINK HDMI Control

Understanding AQUOS LINK

Explains the HDMI CEC protocol for interactive device control.

AQUOS LINK Capabilities

Outlines features like One Touch Play and single remote operation.

Audio System Control

How to control the volume and sound modes of compatible audio systems.

AQUOS LINK Connectivity

Connecting Compatible Devices

Instructions for connecting audio systems and BD players supporting HDMI CEC.

Auto Power On Function

Enabling One Touch Play for automatic TV power-on with HDMI source.

Recorder Management via AQUOS LINK

Selecting Recording Source

Choosing a recorder for programming recordings.

Operating AQUOS LINK Devices

Starting playback and recording with connected HDMI devices.

Recording Procedure

Steps and checks required before starting a recording.

Audio Output Options with AQUOS LINK

Selecting Audio Output Source

Choosing between AQUOS LINK audio system and TV speakers.

Accessing External Device Menus

Calling up menus of connected HDMI CEC devices via Setup Menu.

AQUOS LINK Playback Features

Title Playback

How to play back titles from connected AQUOS BD Players.

Media Type Selection

Selecting storage media (DVD, HDD) for CEC-compatible recorders.

Recorder EPG Recording

Recording programs using the CEC-compatible recorder's EPG.

HDMI Device Selection

Specifying which HDMI device to control in a daisy chain.

PC Connectivity Guide

PC Terminal Connections

Connecting a PC using the analogue RGB and audio terminals.

Displaying PC Image

Selecting the PC input source to view the computer's display.

PC Picture Size Adjustment

Manual Picture Size Selection

Selecting picture sizes like Normal, Full, or Dot by Dot for PC input.

Picture Size Examples

Visual examples of different picture size modes.

PC Image Optimization

Automatic Image Adjustment

Automatically adjusts PC image for optimal display conditions.

Manual Image Adjustment

Manual adjustments for H-Position, V-Position, Clock, and Phase.

PC Input Resolution Settings

Selecting Input Resolution

Manually registering or selecting PC input signal resolutions.

PC Control via RS-232C

Communication Settings

Setting baud rate, data length, parity, stop bit, and flow control.

Command Structure and Parameters

Format for RS-232C commands, including 4-digit commands and parameters.

Response Codes

Interpreting normal and problem response codes from the TV.

PC Compatibility and RS-232C Commands

PC Resolution Standards

Chart of compatible PC resolutions, frequencies, and VESA standards.

RS-232C Command Reference

Detailed list of RS-232C commands for TV control.

Teletext Service Overview

Teletext Basics

Introduction to Teletext, its purpose, and how it's broadcast.

Teletext Operation

Turning Teletext on/off and operating it via the remote control.

Teletext Features

Using page numbers, colour buttons, and display modes.

Teletext Display Features

Subtitle Display

How to display subtitles transmitted with Teletext broadcasts.

Subpage Display

Instructions for displaying Teletext subpages.

Teletext Language Configuration

Setting Teletext Language

Procedure to select the correct Teletext language table.

Troubleshooting Guide

Power and Operation Issues

Solutions for problems related to power, unit operation, and remote control.

Picture and Sound Problems

Troubleshooting steps for picture cut-offs, color issues, and no sound.

Environmental Cautions

Guidance on using the TV in different temperature conditions.

AQUOS LINK Recording Errors

Error Codes and Solutions

Lists common error codes during AQUOS LINK recording and their possible solutions.

System Reset and Identification

Resetting Settings

Restoring TV settings to factory default values.

Software Identification

Checking the current software version of the TV.

Product Specifications

General Specifications

Details on LCD panel, resolution, and video colour systems.

Input/Output Terminals

Specifications for all input and output ports.

Optional Accessories

Information on available optional accessories like wall mount brackets.

Dimensional Drawings

LC-42A65M Dimensions

Physical dimensions and measurements for the LC-42A65M model.

LC-46A65M Dimensions

Physical dimensions and measurements for the LC-46A65M model.

Wall Mounting Preparation

Removing the TV Stand

Instructions for safely detaching the TV stand before wall mounting.

Wall Mounting and Handling

Precautions for Wall Mounting

Safety warnings and guidelines for wall-mounting the TV.

Professional Installation Advice

Recommendations for seeking qualified personnel for installation.

TV Angle Adjustment

Information on setting the TV's viewing angle when wall-mounted.

Password Management

Clearing a Forgotten Password

Procedure to reset the TV's password if it is forgotten.

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