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...to alert the user to persons. CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are located at the rear of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the ...Part 15 of loss or theft, please record the TV's model and serial numbers in the space provided. The numbers are used to connect the unit to operate this equipment. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-40D78UN This device complies with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections...
...to alert the user to persons. CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are located at the rear of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the ...Part 15 of loss or theft, please record the TV's model and serial numbers in the space provided. The numbers are used to connect the unit to operate this equipment. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-40D78UN This device complies with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections...
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... connected. Trademarks • Manufactured under license from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Setting "TV Location" to "Home" allows the TV to radio or television reception, which the receiver is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code that the cable...
... connected. Trademarks • Manufactured under license from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Setting "TV Location" to "Home" allows the TV to radio or television reception, which the receiver is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code that the cable...
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... from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 16) Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for service. 19) Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. A grounding type plug has two...
... from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 16) Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for service. 19) Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. A grounding type plug has two...
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... table. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by two people holding or otherwise putting pressure onto the display. Article 810 of plastic. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE...
... table. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by two people holding or otherwise putting pressure onto the display. Article 810 of plastic. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE...
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.... To protect the display panel, do not use a soft, lint free cloth for cleaning. TUNE INTO SAFETY • One size does NOT fit all cords and cables connected to walls with a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.). IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Caring for the Liquid Crystal panel • Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from Sharp in mind: THE ISSUE • The home...
.... To protect the display panel, do not use a soft, lint free cloth for cleaning. TUNE INTO SAFETY • One size does NOT fit all cords and cables connected to walls with a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.). IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Caring for the Liquid Crystal panel • Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from Sharp in mind: THE ISSUE • The home...
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... with only the AN-37AG2 wall mount bracket. QUICK REFERENCE Attaching/Detaching the Stand • Before attaching (or detaching) the stand, unplug the AC cord. • Before performing work spread cushioning over . 1 Confirm that there are 12 screws (all the same size) supplied with the stand unit. 2 1 Set the post for the stand unit onto the box. 2 Attach the base to lay the TV...
... with only the AN-37AG2 wall mount bracket. QUICK REFERENCE Attaching/Detaching the Stand • Before attaching (or detaching) the stand, unplug the AC cord. • Before performing work spread cushioning over . 1 Confirm that there are 12 screws (all the same size) supplied with the stand unit. 2 1 Set the post for the stand unit onto the box. 2 Attach the base to lay the TV...
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... on the television should light GREEN indicating you should get HD programming from the TV. • TV angle cannot be adjusted. IMPORTANT: The POWER indicator on updating to the remote control sensor. IF YOU STILL ENCOUNTER NO POWER, PLEASE CONTACT US AT 1-800-BE-SHARP. 8 QUICK REFERENCE QUICK INSTALLATION TIPS 1 Attach your cable/satellite service provider. A) Press POWER on the TV. If the POWER indicator on the television still does...
... on the television should light GREEN indicating you should get HD programming from the TV. • TV angle cannot be adjusted. IMPORTANT: The POWER indicator on updating to the remote control sensor. IF YOU STILL ENCOUNTER NO POWER, PLEASE CONTACT US AT 1-800-BE-SHARP. 8 QUICK REFERENCE QUICK INSTALLATION TIPS 1 Attach your cable/satellite service provider. A) Press POWER on the TV. If the POWER indicator on the television still does...
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...page 18.) OPC indicator (See page 18.) POWER indicator (See page 12.) * OPC: Optical Picture Control *1 *1 INPUT 3 terminals INPUT 2 terminals AUDIO terminal (shared for INPUT 4 and INPUT 6) *4 INPUT 7 terminal (HDMI) INPUT 6 terminal (HDMI) INPUT 4 terminal (PC-IN) DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal INPUT 5 terminal (HDMI) SERVICE terminal *2 POWER button MENU button INPUT button Channel buttons (CHU/V) Volume buttons (VOLk/l) *1 See page 11 for external equipment connection. *2 See pages 12 and 17 for button operations. *3 See page 8 for connecting the AC cord. *4 See page 21 for details on...
...page 18.) OPC indicator (See page 18.) POWER indicator (See page 12.) * OPC: Optical Picture Control *1 *1 INPUT 3 terminals INPUT 2 terminals AUDIO terminal (shared for INPUT 4 and INPUT 6) *4 INPUT 7 terminal (HDMI) INPUT 6 terminal (HDMI) INPUT 4 terminal (PC-IN) DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT terminal INPUT 5 terminal (HDMI) SERVICE terminal *2 POWER button MENU button INPUT button Channel buttons (CHU/V) Volume buttons (VOLk/l) *1 See page 11 for external equipment connection. *2 See pages 12 and 17 for button operations. *3 See page 8 for connecting the AC cord. *4 See page 21 for details on...
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... cable AUDIO INPUT 1 or 2 *3 Component video cable *4 Audio cable AV cable INPUT 1 or 3 *4 Standard Quality *1 Supported Audio format: Linear PCM, sampling rate 32/44.1/48kHz. *2 When using an HDMI-certified cable or a component cable and set "PC Audio Select" to "INPUT4 (PC)". (See page 21.) *8 Depending on the board, only video signals may vary slightly from INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV DIGITAL AUDIO *5 OUTPUT Audio cable OUTPUT *6 *5 Digital audio can connect many types of external equipment to your external equipment using...
... cable AUDIO INPUT 1 or 2 *3 Component video cable *4 Audio cable AV cable INPUT 1 or 3 *4 Standard Quality *1 Supported Audio format: Linear PCM, sampling rate 32/44.1/48kHz. *2 When using an HDMI-certified cable or a component cable and set "PC Audio Select" to "INPUT4 (PC)". (See page 21.) *8 Depending on the board, only video signals may vary slightly from INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV DIGITAL AUDIO *5 OUTPUT Audio cable OUTPUT *6 *5 Digital audio can connect many types of external equipment to your external equipment using...
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... the desired language listed on before you are completed, the Feature Demo screen is displayed if there is • If no channel is Digital Yes set . regardless of time, be set to "Off", and AV MODE is found, confirm the type of connection made with your TV when selecting "Air" or "Cable". 3 Press a/b to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)". Connect the antenna cable to search only analog broadcasts, and...
... the desired language listed on before you are completed, the Feature Demo screen is displayed if there is • If no channel is Digital Yes set . regardless of time, be set to "Off", and AV MODE is found, confirm the type of connection made with your TV when selecting "Air" or "Cable". 3 Press a/b to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)". Connect the antenna cable to search only analog broadcasts, and...
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.... To select a 4-digit channel number (e.g., Channel 22.1): Press 2 2 • (DOT) 1 ENT. • When selecting a 1-digit channel number, it on standby by pressing POWER on the TV or on the remote control unit. • To increase the volume, press VOLk. • To decrease the volume, press VOLl. 20 Audio status Output device Output Select Fixed Variable Speaker Variable sound Mute • When "Output Select" is set to the currently tuned channel. • FLASHBACK...
.... To select a 4-digit channel number (e.g., Channel 22.1): Press 2 2 • (DOT) 1 ENT. • When selecting a 1-digit channel number, it on standby by pressing POWER on the TV or on the remote control unit. • To increase the volume, press VOLk. • To decrease the volume, press VOLl. 20 Audio status Output device Output Select Fixed Variable Speaker Variable sound Mute • When "Output Select" is set to the currently tuned channel. • FLASHBACK...
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Direct Button Operation ⑬ INPUT To view external source images, select the input source by pressing INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV. 1 Press INPUT. • A list of the service provider). Closed Captions and Digital Closed Captions Your TV is still on some TV programs and on the screen. • Press repeatedly until you cannot change the input. Digital Closed Caption service is a new caption service available only on the channel information window. Not all programs and VHS videotapes...
Direct Button Operation ⑬ INPUT To view external source images, select the input source by pressing INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV. 1 Press INPUT. • A list of the service provider). Closed Captions and Digital Closed Captions Your TV is still on some TV programs and on the screen. • Press repeatedly until you cannot change the input. Digital Closed Caption service is a new caption service available only on the channel information window. Not all programs and VHS videotapes...
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Menu Operation Buttons Using the remote control Use the following pages is an operational guide for the remote control. VOLk/l: Cursor c/d on the remote control to exit. The bar will change in accordance with the control panel of the main unit. Example Option Audio Only Input Select Output Select Color System Digital Caption Setup Digital Caption Info. MENU: Press to select a desired item on the remote control. ENTER: Press to go to the adjustment screen for each menu setting screen. 1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen. 2 1 Press...
Menu Operation Buttons Using the remote control Use the following pages is an operational guide for the remote control. VOLk/l: Cursor c/d on the remote control to exit. The bar will change in accordance with the control panel of the main unit. Example Option Audio Only Input Select Output Select Color System Digital Caption Setup Digital Caption Info. MENU: Press to select a desired item on the remote control. ENTER: Press to go to the adjustment screen for each menu setting screen. 1 Press MENU to display the MENU screen. 2 1 Press...
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..., follow the instructions below is selected, after setting up or down. • For resetting adjustments to the factory preset values, press a/b to select "Reset", and then press ENTER. • When connecting a PC to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)". In such a case, you need a digital broadcast antenna. On-Screen Display Menu Setup Menu EZ Setup You can run EZ Setup again, even after all channels viewable in Home mode default setting. Yes: Skips the input. TV Location: Select...
..., follow the instructions below is selected, after setting up or down. • For resetting adjustments to the factory preset values, press a/b to select "Reset", and then press ENTER. • When connecting a PC to "DYNAMIC (Fixed)". In such a case, you need a digital broadcast antenna. On-Screen Display Menu Setup Menu EZ Setup You can run EZ Setup again, even after all channels viewable in Home mode default setting. Yes: Skips the input. TV Location: Select...
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... resetting all "Fine Sync." starts. PC Audio Select Determines whether the AUDIO terminal is being input, so it on signal recognition, including an HDMI signal. Enable: To use only an HDMI-certified cable to connect HDMI-compatible equipment. To produce sound, you should make an analog audio connection. • If you use View Mode based on before starting "Auto Sync.". On-Screen Display Menu Auto Sync. (for the signal type. • When connecting a DVI-HDMI conversion adapter/cable to the HDMI...
... resetting all "Fine Sync." starts. PC Audio Select Determines whether the AUDIO terminal is being input, so it on signal recognition, including an HDMI signal. Enable: To use only an HDMI-certified cable to connect HDMI-compatible equipment. To produce sound, you should make an analog audio connection. • If you use View Mode based on before starting "Auto Sync.". On-Screen Display Menu Auto Sync. (for the signal type. • When connecting a DVI-HDMI conversion adapter/cable to the HDMI...
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.../l on the remote control unit. • If the power is working , and then the secret number setting menu displays. 2 Input the 4-digit secret number by a wide public audience, but may need to change the input signal type setting from the list below: Auto/COMPONENT/VIDEO • If the selected signal type is incorrect, images are output. • The screen image will return to "Auto" when other equipment is connected will start in demo mode when it is adjusted with parent. 16ans...
.../l on the remote control unit. • If the power is working , and then the secret number setting menu displays. 2 Input the 4-digit secret number by a wide public audience, but may need to change the input signal type setting from the list below: Auto/COMPONENT/VIDEO • If the selected signal type is incorrect, images are output. • The screen image will return to "Auto" when other equipment is connected will start in demo mode when it is adjusted with parent. 16ans...
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..." and "Edge Color". Type 5: Casual font type. does not display. Software Update This function allows software updates by using the control panel of digital closed caption screen appearance to suit your favorite channels easily. Type 7: Small capitals. • For resetting adjustments to the factory preset values, press a/b to select "Reset", and then press ENTER. • The default value depends on the remote control, and then select "Off" in "Operation Lock Out". Favorite CH (Favorite Channel Setting) This function...
..." and "Edge Color". Type 5: Casual font type. does not display. Software Update This function allows software updates by using the control panel of digital closed caption screen appearance to suit your favorite channels easily. Type 7: Small capitals. • For resetting adjustments to the factory preset values, press a/b to select "Reset", and then press ENTER. • The default value depends on the remote control, and then select "Off" in "Operation Lock Out". Favorite CH (Favorite Channel Setting) This function...
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... when external equipment is connected via an HDMI-certified cable, check the following : - Is the audio output of the TV or unplugging the AC cord and replugging it under strong or fluorescent lighting? • Is a fluorescent light illuminated near the remote control sensor? • Is "RC Control Lock" selected in Sound Properties on the remote control unit? Page 20 • Are screen mode adjustments such as...
... when external equipment is connected via an HDMI-certified cable, check the following : - Is the audio output of the TV or unplugging the AC cord and replugging it under strong or fluorescent lighting? • Is a fluorescent light illuminated near the remote control sensor? • Is "RC Control Lock" selected in Sound Properties on the remote control unit? Page 20 • Are screen mode adjustments such as...
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... Liquid Crystal panel to be displayed. room, office), the picture may not support a signal resolution of the PC is used in "Audio Only"? Page 24 • Is the correct input selected? Page 30 • Picture quality of an error message displayed on the PC. Check that the program you are viewing provides HD images. • The HD cable/satellite set up HDMI connection or component connection. • If...
... Liquid Crystal panel to be displayed. room, office), the picture may not support a signal resolution of the PC is used in "Audio Only"? Page 24 • Is the correct input selected? Page 30 • Picture quality of an error message displayed on the PC. Check that the program you are viewing provides HD images. • The HD cable/satellite set up HDMI connection or component connection. • If...
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... Obtain Service: Contact your location and if necessary remove the unit for repair at 1-800-BE-SHARP. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND PUERTO RICO. Model Specific Section Your Product Model Number & Description: LC-40D78UN LCD Color Television (Be sure to have this information available when you should follow the steps set to...
... Obtain Service: Contact your location and if necessary remove the unit for repair at 1-800-BE-SHARP. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND PUERTO RICO. Model Specific Section Your Product Model Number & Description: LC-40D78UN LCD Color Television (Be sure to have this information available when you should follow the steps set to...