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Appendix
Troubleshooting
The Problems described below are not always caused by malfunctions. Check the monitor again before 
having the monitor serviced.
Problems Solution
There is no picture or sound. •  Is the power cord disconnected? (See page 21.)
•  Has the power been turned on? (See page 23.)
•  Check if you pressed ON on the remote control. (See page 23.)
  If the POWER indicator on the monitor lights up red, press ON on 
the remote control.
•  Power to the external connected devices is off.
•  Is the connection to external equipment correct? (See page 16.)
•  Is the correct input mode selected? (See page 24.)
•  Has the input signal setup been performed correctly after 
connection? (See page 16.)
Remote control does not operate. •  Are batteries inserted with polarity (+,-) aligned? (See page 22.)
•  Are batteries worn out? Replace with new batteries. (See page 22.)
•  Are you using it under strong or fl uorescent lighting?
•  Is a fl uorescent light shining on the remote control sensor?
There is a picture but no sound. •  Is the sound muted? (See page 24.)
•  Make sure the volume is not set to minimum. (See page 24.)
•  Are audio cables and speaker cables connected properly? (See 
pages 18 and 19.)
•  Is the audio signal input properly to the selected audio input 
terminal? (See page 18.)
•  Is “FAO” selected for “Audio Output” in the “Option” menu? (See 
page 40.)
Picture is cut off.
Black bands appear at the edges 
of the screen.
•  Is the image position correct? (See page 37.)
•  Are screen mode adjustments such as picture size made correctly? 
(See page 25.)
Strange color, light color, or color 
misalignment.
•  Check the color adjustments and tint settings. (See page 32.)
•  Check the signal type setting. (See page 41.)
Unstable picture. •  Is a non-compatible signal being input? (See page 49.)
•  Try the AUTO SYNC button on the remote control. (See page 27.)
TIMER indicator fl ashes red.
Power is suddenly turned off. 
•  The unit’s internal temperature has increased.
•  Check whether the monitor is placed at a location where a quick 
rise in temperature is likely. Internal temperature rises quickly if the 
vents on the monitor are blocked.
•  Internal temperature rises quickly if dust accumulates inside the 
monitor or around the vents. Remove dust if possible. Consult a 
Sharp Authorized Dealer about removing internal dust.
Power and picture change 
automatically.
•  Is “Sleep Timer” and/or “Schedule” set? (See page 43.)
•  Check the power control setting. (See pages 34 and 35.)
The unit’s plastic parts make a 
cracking noise.
•  When the ambient temperature changes, the unit’s plastic parts will 
slightly expand or shrink. This will cause a cracking noise. This is 
not a f
ault, it will not aff
ect the unit’s performance.
Cautions regarding use in high and low temperature environments
•  When the unit is used in a low temperature space (e.g. room, offi ce), 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.
•  Storage temperature: -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C).
This unit is equipped with a microprocessor. Its performance could be adversely affected by incorrect 
operation or interference. If this should happen, unplug the unit and plug it in again after more than 5 
minutes.