Sharp LC 26GA5U LC26GA5U Operation Manual
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ENGLISH LC-26GA5U LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION ENGLISH OPERATION MANUAL • The illustrations and on-screen displays in this operation manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual operations. • Some items may be grayed out. They are not selectable. IMPORTANT: To aid - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 2
prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-26GA5U This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 3
not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 16) Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 4
the TV. • Lightning - For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 5
ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) • To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or flames on the top or near the TV set. • To - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 6
television into the wall outlet. 5. How to turn on the AQUOS television for the first time. A) Press POWER on AQUOS television. POWER B) POWER indicator on the front of the AQUOS television lights GREEN. POWER indicator CAUTION • TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT TOUCH UN-INSULATED PARTS - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 7
on the AQUOS television should light GREEN indicating you have power to the AQUOS television. If the POWER indicator on the AQUOS television still does not light up, press TV POWER on the REMOTE CONTROL to turn the power on. IMPORTANT: IF THE UNIT DOES NOT POWER ON - UNPLUG THE AQUOS TELEVISION FROM - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 8
SHARP CUSTOMER 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 QUICK REFERENCE 6 Contents 8 Supplied accessories 9 Part names 10 TV 10 Remote control unit 12 Preparation 13 Using the remote control unit 13 Cautions regarding remote control unit ... 13 Watching TV 14 Antennas 14 Turning on the power - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 9
product. Remote control unit (g1) "AAA" size battery (g2) AC cord (g1) RRMCGA331WJSA Page 7 Cable Clamp (g1) Page 7 Cable tie (g1) QACCDA019WJPZ Page 6 Operation manual (g1) LC-26GA5U LHLDW0110CEZZ Page 6 LHLDWA083WJ00 Page 6 TINS-B522WJZZ NOTE • Always use the AC cord supplied with the TV - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 10
Part names TV VOLUME buttons (VOLl/k ) CHANNEL buttons (CHs/r) POWER (On/Off) button INPUT button OPC sensor Remote control sensor OPC indicator POWER indicator *OPC: Optical Picture Control (See page 23.) 10 - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 11
Part names TV INPUT 3 terminals MONITOR OUTPUT terminals INPUT 1 terminals INPUT 2 terminals *** RS-232C terminal RESET* Antenna input terminal SYSTEM RESET** *** AC INPUT terminal INPUT 5 terminals INPUT 4 terminal * Press RESET if the TV cannot return to its original state after performing - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 12
Part names Remote control unit 1 12 2 3 13 4 14 5 6 15 16 7 17 18 8 19 20 9 21 22 23 24 25 10 11 26 1 TV POWER: Switch the TV power on or standby. (See page 14.) 2 DISPLAY: Display the channel information. 3 SOURCE POWER: Turns the power of the external equipment on and off. - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 13
of the remote control unit. • The remote control unit may not work properly if the remote control sensor on the TV is under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such cases, change the angle of the lighting or the TV, or operate the remote control unit closer to the remote control sensor. 7m - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 14
circuit, etc.) POWER POWER indicator TV POWER (On/Standby) Turning on the power Press POWER on the TV, or TV POWER on the remote control. • POWER indicator (Green): The TV is on. (After a few seconds, a window appears with sound.) NOTE • The initial setup starts when the TV powers on for the - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 15
TV POWER on the remote control unit. 1. Insert the batteries into the remote control unit. (See page 7.) 2. Connect the antenna cable to the TV screen, and then press ENTER. Language Air/Cable CH Search English Français Español Antenna setting Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 16
pressing buttons 0 to 9. • The TV allows you to select up to 125 channels (1 to 125). To select a channel, enter a 2 or 3-digit number. a To select a 1 or 2-digit channel number (e.g., Channel 5): Complete the following steps within 3 seconds. ■ Using CHr/s on the remote control unit • Press CHr to - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 17
the volume You can change the volume on the TV or on the remote control unit. ■ Using MUTE on the remote control unit Mutes the current sound output. VOL l/k 1 Press MUTE. • "M" has been displayed on the screen for 30 minutes, and the sound is silenced. 20 ■ Using VOL k/l • To increase the - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 18
and other information. (SAP is mono sound.) If stereo sound is difficult to hear. • Obtain a clearer sound by manually switching to fixed mono-sound mode. NOTE • MTS only operates while in TV mode. You can change MTS as shown below to match the television broadcast signal. STEREO mode Air 2 Audio - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 19
Tint Page 22 Sharpness Page 22 Advanced Red Page 22 Green Page 22 Blue Page 22 Advanced C.M.S Page 23 Audio Treble Page 25 Bass Page 25 Balance Page 25 Dolby Virtual Page 25 Audio Treble Page 25 Bass Page 25 Balance Page 25 Dolby Virtual Page 25 Power Control No Signal Off Page 26 - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 20
your region, follow the instructions below to manually memorize the channels. Antenna setting 1 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. 2 Press one matches to your TV. Select Auto when you do not know which one to select. Channel search Channel auto search makes the TV look for all channels - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 21
the Setup menu. Select from among 3 languages: English, French and Spanish. 1 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. NOTE • Make sure what kind of connection is made with your TV. 2 Press c/d to select "Setup". Favorite channel setting This function allows you to program 4 favorite channels - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 22
purplish greenish For less sharpness For more sharpness Selected item cbutton dbutton Backlight The screen dims The screen brightens Contrast For less contrast For more contrast Brightness For less brightness For more brightness Red For weaker red For stronger red Green Blue For - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 23
to sense surrounding light. • When set to "On: Display", OPC effect displays on the screen while OPC is adjusting the screen brightness. C.M.S. ( " here instead of selecting "C.M.S-Hue". 4 Press a/b to select a specific adjustment item. Press c/d to adjust the item to your desired position. - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 24
dot crawl and cross color noise. 1 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Film Mode (3:2 pull-down) Automatically detects a film-based image For still image NOTE • 3D-Y/C is not available for S-video, Component, DVI or HDMI inputs. Monochrome For viewing a video in monochrome. 1 Repeat steps - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 25
that creates a virtualized surround sound experience from two speakers using Dolby screen displays. 2 Press c/d to select "Audio". MENU [Audio] Audio Power Control Treble [0] -15 +15 Bass [0] -15 +15 Balance [0] L R Dolby Virtual [Off] Reset 3 Press a/b to select a specific - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 26
by pressing TV POWER on the remote control unit. (See page 14). • If no signal inputs for 8 seconds, the TV enters standby mode. • When you start using the PC and the signal inputs again, the TV turns on. NOTE • When using a digital PC and setting "Mode2" in Power management, the power may not - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 27
many types of external equipment to your TV, like a DVD player, VCR, Digital TV tuner, PC, HDMI equipment, game console and camcorder. To view external source images, select the input source from INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV. Displaying an external equipment image Explanation here - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 28
cable. (INPUT 1 or 2) Audio cable (commercially available) Component video cable (commercially available) When using composite cable. (INPUT 1, 2 or 3) DVD player AV cable (commercially available) When using DVI cable. (INPUT 5) DVD player ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable (commercially - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 29
Using external equipment Connecting a VCR, game console or camcorder A VCR, game console, camcorder and some other audiovisual equipment are conveniently connected using the INPUT 1 to 3 terminals. NOTE • The S-video terminal has priority over the video terminals. (INPUT 3 only) AV cable ( - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 30
Component video cable (commercially available) When using composite cable. (INPUT 1, 2 or 3) Digital TV STB AV cable (commercially available) When using DVI cable. (INPUT 5) Digital TV STB ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable (commercially available) DVI cable (commercially available) Digital TV - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 31
INPUT SOURCE" menu using INPUT on the remote control unit or on the TV. (See page 35.) INPUT SOURCE 5 . 2 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. Dynamic Standard/ Select the signal to your external equipment operation manual for the signal type. Audio Only Digital Noise Reduction [Low] - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 32
for a list of PC signals compatible with the TV. ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable (commercially available) DVI cable (Commercially available) PC with DVI terminal ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable (commercially available) RGB/DVI conversion cable (Commercially available) PC with analog RGB terminal - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 33
position as shown on this page, but when the power is switched off the image will return to the previously memorized position. Moving the picture on the screen You can move the picture around on the screen. Press a/b/c/d to move an image on the screen to the desired position. Press ENTER to return - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 34
manual adjustment is needed to optimize the image. 1 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. 2 Press c/d to select "Setup". 1 Press MENU and the MENU screen while executing Auto Sync. • Be sure to connect the PC to the TV and switch it on before starting Auto Sync. 5 Press c/d to adjust the - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 35
to INPUT 1, 2 or 5 terminals. 1 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. 3 Press c/d to select "Option". 4 Press a/b to select If you set INPUT1 and INPUT2 to Auto, the TV will automatically select the input signal. • Check the operation manual of the external equipment for the signal type. • - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 36
of the picture. 1 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. 2 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. 3 Press c/d to select "Setup". 2 Press ENTER. INPUT SOURCE TV DVD INPUT2 INPUT3 INPUT4 INPUT5 (Example) NOTE • You cannot change labels if the INPUT SOURCE is TV. [Standard]: normal image - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 37
MODE again before the mode displayed on the screen disappears. • The mode changes as shown below. Mode selection for TV, INPUT 1 to 5 terminals (Example) USER Allows the user to customize settings as desired. You can set the mode for each input source. DYNAMIC (Fixed) Changing image and sound - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 38
Press VIEW MODE or a/b to select a desired item on the menu. Zoom Stretch Dot by Dot ex. 640g480 Keeps the original aspect ratio in a full screen display. Keeps the original aspect ratio in a full screen display. The top and bottom of the image is slightly cropped. An image fully fills the - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 39
received. In such case, you have to set the correct signal manually. After setting once, it will display when the same signal ( Digital Noise Reduction Produces a clearer video image. 1 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. 2 Press c/d to select "Option". 3 Press a/b to select "Digital - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 40
with VOL k/l on the remote control unit or VOL l/ k on the TV. • Sound via the MONITOR OUTPUT terminal is not adjustable and constantly outputs. • Sound via the MONITOR OUTPUT terminal is adjusted with VOL k/l on the remote control unit or VOL l/k on the TV. • Sound via speaker is muted. Quick - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 41
sound effects in TV programs and home videos as subtitles on your TV TV guide, weather) that is independent of the TV in progress. 1 Press CC. • Present CC mode displays. 2 Press CC again before the mode displayed on the screen first of two services. Example: If a program has two services (CC1 and - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 42
2 Type 3 Type 4 Type 5 Type 6 Type 7 The font specified by broadcasting station or default font. Proportional font used in the MENU screen. Monospaced with serifs. Proportionally spaced with serifs. Monospaced without serifs. Proportionally spaced without serifs. Casual font type. Cursive font type - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 43
settings Foreground Opacity Select a foreground opacity value. Background Opacity Select a background opacity value. 1 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. 1 Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Foreground Opacity. 2 Press c/d to select "Option". 2 Press a/b to select "Background Opacity", and then - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 44
disable the parental control function. 1 Repeat steps 1 to 3 in Setting a secret number. • Secret number setting menu displays. 2 Input the 4-digit secret number by using 0 - 9. 3 Press a/b to select "Status", and then press ENTER. 1 Press MENU and MENU screen displays. 2 Press c/d to - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 45
all settings except for the TV channel settings to factory preset values. (See page 60.) • If the secret number is cleared the Status setting automatically sets to "Off". "V-Chip" and "Status" will not be selectable from the menu. 7 Input the same 4-digit number on the "Reconfirm" screen as in step - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 46
for Secret number setting for parental control.) • The U.S. has two rating systems for viewing content: TV Parental Guidelines and movie ratings. • The TV Parental Guidelines work in conjunction with the V-CHIP to help parents screen out inappropriate television shows from their children. • Movie - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 47
Voluntary movie rating system (MPAA) TV Parental Guidelines (TV Guidelines) 1 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. 1 Repeat steps 1 to you do not first configure your secret number. (See page 44.) 4 Input the 4-digit secret number by using 0 - 9. 5 Press a/b to select "V-Chip", and then - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 48
TV rating systems in Canada are based on the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) policy on violence in television encourage children to imitate dangerous acts which they may see on the screen. General: Considered acceptable for all age groups. Appropriate viewing for - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 49
1 Press MENU and the MENU screen displays. 2 Press c/d to configure your secret number. (See page 44.) 4 Input the 4-digit secret number by using 0 - 9. 5 Press a/b to select . See pages 47 and 48. Method 3: Switch off the TV power. NOTE • Performing any of the three above will activate the - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 50
AV products (AV Receiver, Cable Box, SAT tuner, DTV, VCR, DVD, LD) using the presetting manufacturer function for your remote control unit. 1 Press FREEZE. • A moving image displays on the left screen and a still image displays on the right screen. The still image is one frame captured from - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 51
Montgomery Ward Multitech NEC Panasonic Pentax Philco Philips RCA Realistic Samsung Sanyo Scott Sears Sharp Shintom Sony Sound Design Sylvania Symphonic Tatung Teac Teknika Thomas TMK Toshiba Video Concepts Yamaha Zenith REMOTE CONTROL CODE NUMBER 25, 26, 37 15, 22, 30 32 04 34 10, 31 04 34 15, 22 - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 52
the Satellite broadcast tuner power on and off. 1 2 0 - 9, • (DOT) Press a button (or buttons) that corresponds to the channel that you wish to watch. 3 ENTER, a/b/c/d ENTER: Press to activate the selected function. a/b/c/d: Press the button to select items on the SAT GUIDE screen or SAT MENU - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 53
FUNCTION of the remote control unit is set to VCR. • When the input selector button having the same number as the input terminal connecting the VCR is pressed, the VCR can operate using 1 to 8. 1 CH r/s Press to select the channel of the TV tuner on the VCR. 2 SOURCE POWER Turns the power of the VCR - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 54
themselves. SHARP bears no responsibility for improper mounting or mounting that results in accident or injury. Using an optional bracket to mount the TV • You can ask a qualified service personnel about using an optional bracket to mount the TV to the wall. • Carefully read the instructions that - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 55
Appendix Troubleshooting Problem • No power Possible Solution • Check if you pressed TV POWER on the remote control unit. (See page 14.) If the indicator on the TV does not light up, press TV POWER on the remote control unit. • Is the AC cord disconnected? (See page 6.) • Has the power been - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 56
x 480 SVGA 800 x 600 XGA 1024 x 768 WXGA SXGA VGA SVGA XGA 1280 x 720 1280 x 768 1280 x 1024 640 x 480 832 x 624 1024 x 768 31.5 kHz 37.9 kHz 31.5 kHz 37.9 is a registered trademark of Video Electronics Standards Association. Power Management is a registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 57
specifications PC Control of the TV • When a program is set, the TV can be controlled 4-digits Parameter 4-digits Command 4-digits: Command. The text of four characters. Parameter 4-digits: returns. (Refer to "Response code format".) No problem to input any numerical value for "x" on the table - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 58
Return code (0DH) Problem response (communication error or incorrect command) ERR Return code (0DH) Command table • About the command except being indicated here, it is outside the guarantee range of operation. CONTROL ITEM COMMAND PARAMETER CONTROL CONTENTS POWER SETTING P OWR 0 _ _ _ It - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 59
Appendix Specifications Item 26o LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, Model: LC-26GA5U LCD panel 26o Advanced Super View & BLACK TFT LCD Number of dots TV Function TV-standard (CCIR) Receiving VHF/UHF Channel CATV 3,147,264 dots (1366 m 768 m 3 dots) American TV Standard NTSC System VHF 2-13ch, UHF - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 60
operation also clears the secret number. You can run the EZ Setup again by using the following steps. 1 Turn on the power of the TV. 2 Press MENU. (Make sure the menu screen displays.) 3 Press c/d to select "Setup". 4 Press a/b to select "EZ Setup". 5 Press ENTER. NOTE • If the secret number setting - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 61
WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. Model Specific Section Your Product Model Number & Description: LC-26GA5U LCD Color Television (Be sure to have this information available when you need service for your Product.) Warranty Period for this Product: One (1) year parts and labor from the date of - Sharp LC 26GA5U | LC26GA5U Operation Manual - Page 62
PERIODS: Audio Products Camcorder DVD Products Projector LCD & Plasma Display TV Microwave Oven Television Products VCR Products Vacuum Cleaner Parts & Labour (exceptions noted) 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year (lamp 90 days) 1 year 1 year (magnetron component-4 additional years) 1 year (picture tube
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ENGLISH
LC-26GA5U
LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
ENGLISH
OPERATION MANUAL
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrow-head
symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a
triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product.
IMPORTANT:
To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please record
the TV’s model and serial numbers in the space
provided. The numbers are located at the rear of the
TV.
Model No.:
Serial No.:
•
The illustrations and on-screen displays in this operation
manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly
from the actual operations.
•
Some items may be grayed out. They are not selectable.