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    EN 2 1 Get started 3 TV tour 3 Important 6 Environmental efforts 7 Position the TV 9 Help and support 10 2 Use your TV 11 Controls 11 Watch TV 12 Watch a connected device 15 Browse home network 17 Browse AQUOS NET + 18 Rent online video 20 3 Use more of your TV 22 Enjoy HbbTV 22 View Teletext 23 Set locks and timers 24 View subtitles 25 View TV wal[...]

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    EN 3 English 1 Get started TV tour Remote contr ol To adjust the volume. To switch TV channels. To open or close the Menu . In the Menu, access connected devices, picture and sound settings, and other useful features. To open or close the Source menu . In the Source menu, access connected devices. To open or close the Find menu . In the Find menu, [...]

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    EN 4 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 to select the next TV tour. Connect devices For the[...]

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    EN 5 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. You can watch HD video content in these ways and more:  a Blu-ray disc player, connected with an[...]

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    EN 6 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[...]

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    EN 7 English Risk of overheating!  Never install the TV in a confined space. Always leave a space of at least 4 inches or 10 cm around the TV for ventilation. Ensure that curtains or ot her objects never cover the ventilation slots on the TV. Risk of injury, fire or power cord damage!  Never place the TV or any objects on the power cord.  [...]

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    EN 8  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 quali[...]

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    EN 9 English Position the TV 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 si[...]

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    EN 10 Help and sup port 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.c[...]

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    EN 11 English 2 Use your TV Controls TV controls 1. VOL +/- : Increase or decrease volume. 2. Remote control sensor and standby indicator. 3. MENU : Access the TV menu. Press again to launch an activity in the TV menu. 4. CH / : Switch to the next or previous channel. 5. Power : Switch the TV on or off. Remote contr ol 1. ( Standby ): Switch the TV[...]

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    EN 12 16. SUBTITLE : Enable or disable s ubtitles. 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 t[...]

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    EN 13 English Switch TV to standby Press on the remote control. The remote control sensor on the TV switches to red. Switch off the TV Press the power switch at the base of the TV to the OFF position. The TV no longer consumes energy. Note : If there is no user interaction (such as pressing a remote control button or a control on the front panel) f[...]

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    EN 14 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 r[...]

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    EN 15 English Change picture format 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). Reco[...]

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    EN 16 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 po[...]

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    EN 17 English Browse home network What you can d o If you have photos, videos or music files stored on a computer connected through a home network, you can play the files on your TV. What you need  A wired or wireless home network, connected with a Universal Plug and Play (uPnP) router.  A media server such as: PC running Windows Media Player[...]

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    EN 18 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 instruct[...]

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    EN 19 English What you need 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 pin- code. All adult Apps can be locked as one selection.  When you lock an adult services, the advertisements[...]

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    EN 20 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[...]

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    EN 21 English Format an SD card Before you download rented videos, your SD card must be formatted. 1. Switch on the TV. 2. As illustrated, insert the SD memory card into the SD card slot on the side of the TV. The TV automatically starts formatting the card. 3. After formatting, leave the SD card in the slot. Rent View a video store 1. Press MENU .[...]

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    EN 22 3 Use more of your TV Enjoy HbbTV What you can d o 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. You can browse this information interactively. You can respond to a programme or vote, do o[...]

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    EN 23 English View Teletext 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 e xit. Teletext options[...]

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    EN 24 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 t im[...]

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    EN 25 English Parental rating 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[...]

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    EN 26 Set TV Wallpaper 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 .[...]

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    EN 27 English Use Link operat ion What you can d o Get the most out of your HDMI- CEC - compliant devices with SHARP Link operation. Note: Other brands describe HDMI- CEC functionality differently. Some examples ar e Philips EasyLink, Anynet (Samsung) or BRAVIA Sync (Sony). Not all brands are fully compatible with SHARP Link Operation. After you sw[...]

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    EN 28 Control devices simulta neous ly 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 operati[...]

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    EN 29 English  [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. Retain picture quality If your TV picture quality is affe[...]

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    EN 30 4 Set up your T V Settings assista nt 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[...]

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    EN 31 English Audio settings 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[...]

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    EN 32 Hide or unhide 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 . 3. Select [Sh[...]

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    EN 33 English Install analogue channels 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] , the[...]

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    EN 34 Menu language 1. While you watch TV, press MENU . 2. Select [Setup] > [TV settings] > [Preferences] > [M enu 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, pr[...]

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    EN 35 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.[...]

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    EN 36 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 onl[...]

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    EN 37 English SCART A SCART cable combines video and audio signals. SCART connectors can handle RGB video signals but cannot handle high-definition (HD) TV signals. VGA 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 a[...]

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    EN 38 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 a udio L/R cable to t he TV. TV receiver Connect the satellite or digital TV receiver with an antenna cable to the TV. (SAT is available on certain models only.)[...]

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    EN 39 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.[...]

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    EN 40 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.[...]

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    EN 41 English Game console 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[...]

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    EN 42 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.[...]

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    EN 43 English Digital camcorder 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.[...]

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    EN 44 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.[...]

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    EN 45 English Computers an d the Internet What you can d o 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 acces[...]

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    EN 46 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 W PS [...]

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    EN 47 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 d o To watch some digital TV programmes, you need a Conditional Access Module [...]

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    EN 48 6 Troubleshooti ng 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.sharp- eu.com . Take note of your TV model and serial number b[...]

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    EN 49 English Picture 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 pi[...]

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    EN 50 HDMI 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 i[...]

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    EN 51 English 7 Product specifications Power and recept ion 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 (Terrest[...]

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    EN 52 Multimedia Supported multimedia connections  USB (FAT or DOS-formatted; Mas s Storage Class compliant with 500mA only)  SD card slot  Ethernet UTP5 Supported image files  JPEG (*.jpg) Supported audio/video files Multimedia file names must not exceed 128 characters. Supported audio/video files Multimedia file names must not exceed [...]

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    EN 53 English Connectivity 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  An[...]

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    EN 54 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 wit hout the stand). Help version UMv 0000 000 0001- 20110427[...]

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    EN 55 English 8 Index A age rating - 25 analogue channels, fine-tune - 33 AQUOS NET+, browse - 18 audio language - 31 C CAM, see Conditional Access Module - 47 care - 7 channels - 31 channels, fine-tune (analogue) - 33 channels, hide or unhide - 32 channels, install (automatic) - 32 channels, install (manual) - 33 channels, rename - 31 channels, re[...]

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    EN 56 O online video, rent - 20 P 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 R recycle - 7 reinstall TV - 35 remote control - 11 remote control, batteries - 12 remote control, onscreen - 28 remote control, overview - 11 rename channels - 3[...]