Sharp Lc19sk24uw Manual

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LC-19SB15U
LC-19SB25U
LC-19SB25U-W
OPERATION MANUAL
IMPORTANT:
To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please record the 
TVs model and serial numbers in the space provided. The 
numbers are located at the rear of the TV.Model No.:
Serial No.:
LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION
ENGLISH
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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•  Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby 
Laboratories.
•  “HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI 
Licensing LLC.”
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
SHARP LIQUID CRYSTAL TELEVISION, MODEL LC-19SB15U/LC-19SB25U/LC-19SB25U-W
Trademarks
•  Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR® are designed to protect the environment through superior energy 
effi ciency. 
						

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DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER
Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp Liquid Crystal Television. To ensure safety and many years 
of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Instructions carefully before 
using this product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
						

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 Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash 
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
 Stand — Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the 
product on an unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries 
as well as damage to the product. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended 
by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to 
follow the manufacturers instructions. Use only the mounting hardware recommended by the 
manufacturer.
 Ventilation — The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not 
cover or block these vents and openings since insuf cient ventilation can cause overheating 
and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other 
similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-
in installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless 
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturers instructions are followed.
 Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat 
registers, stoves, or other products (including ampli ers) that produce heat.
 The Liquid Crystal panel is a very high technology product with 1,049,088 pixels, giving you  ne picture details.
  Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a  xed point of blue, green or red. Please note that this 
does not affect the performance of your product.
 The Liquid Crystal panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the 
product is dropped or applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in 
case the panel breaks.
 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 surges.
 Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead 
power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines 
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep 
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.  Selecting the location — Select a place with no direct sunlight and good ventilation. 
						

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 Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna is connected to the television equipment, be sure the antenna 
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
  Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast 
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location 
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER 
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
ANTENNA 
LEAD IN WIRE
GROUND 
CLAMP
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
 To prevent  re, never place any type of candle or  ames on the top or near the TV set.
 To prevent  re or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing. 
  No objects  lled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product.
 To prevent  re or shock hazard, do not place the AC cord under the TV set or other heavy 
items.
 Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the wall outlet before handling.
 Use a soft cloth and gently wipe the surface of the display panel. Using a hard cloth may 
scratch the panel surface.
 Use a soft damp cloth to gently wipe the panel when it is really dirty.
  (It may scratch the panel surface when wiped strongly.)
 If the panel is dusty, use an anti-static brush, which is commercially available, to clean it.
 To protect the panel, do not use a dirty cloth, liquid cleaners or chemical cloth to clean it, 
such materials may damage the panel surface.
 To clean the outer cabinet, use the same method. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE 
SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H) ELECTRIC 
SERVICE 
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)
 Do not display a still picture for a long time, as this could cause an afterimage to remain.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
 When cleaning the TV or the stand, use the cloth supplied with the TV. 
						

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CHILD SAFETY:
It Makes A Difference How and Where You Use Your Flat Panel Display
Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tips in mind:
THE ISSUE
The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend and larger 
 at panel displays are popular purchases. However,  at panel displays are 
not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the 
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, 
shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and cause injury.
THIS MANUFACTURER CARES!
The consumer electronics industry is committed to making home entertainment 
enjoyable and safe. 


TUNE INTO SAFETY
One size does NOT  t all. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for the 
safe installation and use of your  at panel display.
Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for proper use of this 
product.
Don’t allow children to climb on or play with furniture and television sets.
Don’t place  at panel displays on furniture that can easily be used as steps, 
such as a chest of drawers.
Remember that children can become excited while watching a program, 
especially on a “larger than life”  at panel display. Care should be taken to 
place or install the display where it cannot be pushed, pulled over, or knocked 
down.
Care should be taken to route all cords and cables connected to the  at panel 
display so that they cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children. 





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WALL MOUNTING: IF YOU DECIDE TO WALL MOUNT YOUR FLAT PANEL DISPLAY, ALWAYS:
Use a mount that has been recommended by the display manufacturer and/or listed by an independent 
laboratory (such as UL, CSA, ETL).
Follow all instructions supplied by the display and wall mount manufacturers.
If you have any doubts about your ability to safely install your  at panel display, contact your retailer about 
professional installation.
Make sure that the wall where you are mounting the display is appropriate. Some wall mounts are not 
designed to be mounted to walls with steel studs or old cinder block construction. If you are unsure, contact a 
professional installer.
A minimum of two people are required for installation. Flat panel displays can be heavy. 



 
						

							Supplied accessories
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 Always use the AC cord supplied with the TV.
Remote control unit (
g1)
“AA” size manganese battery (
g2)
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Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.
AC cord (
g1)
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Operation manual 
(
g1)
Cable Clamp (
g1)
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Cleaning cloth (
g1)
Page 5Hex key (
g1)
Page 7Screws (
g3)
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Stand (
g1)
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Before using the TV unit
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21 Insert the stand into the 
openings on the bottom of 
the TV.
2 Insert and tighten the 3 
screws into the 3 holes on 
the rear of the stand.Soft cushion
NOTE
 To detach the stand, perform the steps in reverse order.
Con rm the 3 screws supplied with the TV.  Before attaching (or detaching) the stand, unplug the AC cord from the AC INPUT terminal.
 Before performing work spread cushioning over the base area to lay the TV on. This will prevent it from being 
damaged.
CAUTION
Attach the stand in the correct direction.
Be sure to follow the instructions. Incorrect installation of the stand may result in the TV falling over.
Screws (
g3)
(Used in step 2)
Attaching the stand 
						

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Notes on installing the TV
 Avoid direct sunlight and place the TV in a well-ventilated location.
 Place the TV in a level location.
 Do not turn on the power of the TV before connecting the AC cord.
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Attach your antenna to the back of the 
television. (See page 13.)
Bundle the cords properly with cable clamps . How to turn on the television for the  rst time.
A) Press POWER on television.
POWER
POWER indicator
Connect the AC plug for the television into the 
AC outlet.
B)  POWER indicator on the front of the 
television lights GREEN.
 Speakers cannot be detached from the TV.
 To change the vertical angle of the LCD TV set, tilt 
the screen up to 2.5 degrees forward or 10 degrees 
backwards. Please adjust the angel so that the LCD TV set 
can be watched most comfortably. AC outlet
 Place the TV close to the AC outlet, and keep the power 
plug within reach.
  TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT 
TOUCH UN-INSULATED PARTS OF ANY CABLES 
WITH THE AC CORD CONNECTED.
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Ventilation & Cleaning Tips
Keep your television in a well ventilated area and make sure not to place it by a heat source or use near water. The 
television is designed for AC use only and should be used with supplied AC cord.
Clean the screen by spraying a soft lint free cloth with water to lightly moisten. Gently wipe and 
avoid pressing on the screen. To clean the outer cabinet, use the same method. Do not use 
liquid or aerosol cleaners.
The screen is glass and can be scratched or broken when dropped or impacted.
Cable calmp AC cord 
						

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QUICK REFERENCE
If the remote control fails to operate TV functions, replace the batteries in the remote control unit.
Improper use of batteries can result in chemical leakage or explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions below.
 Do not mix batteries of different types. Different types of batteries have different characteristics.
 Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new batteries or cause chemical 
leakage in old batteries.
 Remove batteries as soon as they are worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries that come in contact with skin can cause a 
rash. If you  nd any chemical leakage, wipe thoroughly with a cloth.
 The batteries supplied with this product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions.
 If you will not be using the remote control unit for an extended period of time, remove batteries from it.
1 Open the battery cover.
 Place the batteries with their terminals 
corresponding to the (
e) and (
f) 
indications in the battery compartment.
2  Insert two “AA” size batteries 
(supplied with the product).3  Close the battery cover.
IMPORTANT:
The POWER indicator on the television should light GREEN indicating you have power to the television.
If the POWER indicator on the television still does not light up, press POWER on the remote 
control to turn the power on.
IMPORTANT:
IF THE UNIT DOES NOT POWER ON - UNPLUG THE TELEVISION FROM THE OUTLET AND REPEAT THE 
INSTALLATION STEPS.
IF YOU STILL ENCOUNTER NO POWER, PLEASE CONTACT US AT 1-800-BE-SHARP.
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Remote control sensor 
						

							 10 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ................................. 1
Trademarks .............................................................  2
DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER .................................... 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................. 3
Supplied accessories ............................................. 7
Before using the TV unit .........................................7
QUICK REFERENCE ............................................... 8
Contents ................................................................  10
Part names .............................................................11
TV (Front) ...........................................................11
TV (Side/Rear) ....................................................11
Remote control unit ...........................................12
Preparation ............................................................13
Using the remote control unit .............................13
Cautions regarding the remote control 
unit .............................................................13
Antennas ...........................................................13
Connecting a VCR, game console                          
or camcorder ...................................................13
Connecting a Blu-ray disc player, HD-DVD player,    
DVD player or a Digital TV STB (Air or Cable) ...14
Using Digital Audio Output .................................14
Connecting HDMI equipment .............................15
Connecting a PC ...............................................15
PC compatibility chart ........................................15
Watching TV ...........................................................16
Turning on the power .........................................16
Turning off the power .........................................16
Initial setup ........................................................17
Simple button operations for                      
 changing channels .........................................18
Displaying the receiving channel information ......18
Simple button operations for                      
 changing volume/sound .................................19
Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode ..........................20
Setting Digital broadcasting audio mode ............20
Basic adjustment settings ................................... 21
Menu operation buttons .................................... 21
On-Screen Display ............................................ 21
Menu items for TV/INPUT 1/2 ........................... 22
Menu items for HDMI/PC-IN ............................. 22
EZ Setup .......................................................... 23
Channel Setup .................................................. 23
Favorite channel setting .................................... 25
Picture adjustments .......................................... 26
OPC setting ................................................. 26
Advanced picture settings................................. 27
C.M.S. ..........................................................27
Color Temperature ....................................... 27
Film Mode  ................................................... 27
3D-Y/C ........................................................ 27
Monochrome ............................................... 27
I/P Setting .....................................................27
Sound adjustment ............................................ 28
Power Control .................................................. 29
Power Management ..........................................29Using external equipment .................................... 30
Displaying an external equipment image ........... 30
Displaying an image from HDMI equipment....... 31
Useful adjustment settings .................................. 32
Auto Sync. Adjustment                                       
(for Analog PC input mode only) ..................... 32
Fine Sync. Adjustment ...................................... 32
Picture Rotate ....................................................33
Language setting .............................................. 34
Image position .................................................. 34
Reset ................................................................  34
Input Label ........................................................ 35
Sleep Timer ...................................................... 35
View Mode for 4:3 Programs ............................ 36
View Mode for HD Programs ............................ 36
View Mode (for PC input mode) ........................ 37
Advanced Option settings ................................. 38
DNR ..............................................................38
Audio Only ................................................... 38
Color System ............................................... 38
Digital Audio ................................................. 39
AV MODE ......................................................... 40
Input Signal (for Analog PC input mode only) .... 40
Closed Captions and Digital Closed 
Captions ......................................................... 41
Digital Caption Setup ........................................ 42
Secret number setting for parental control ........ 43
Parental control (setting V-CHIP level) ............... 45
How to temporarily release                                     
the V-CHIP BLOCK ........................................ 48
Reactivating the temporarily released             
V-CHIP BLOCK .............................................. 48
Other viewing options .......................................... 49
Freezing images ................................................ 49
Appendix ............................................................... 50
Troubleshooting ................................................  50
Troubleshooting-Digital broadcasting ................ 50
Speci cations ..................................................  51
Information on the software license for this 
product ...........................................................53
Calling for Service ................................................ 54
LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................... 54
Dimensional drawings
 The dimensional drawings for the LCD TV set are shown on 
the inside back cover.
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