Sharp LC-40LE830E - Manual

3 Caring for the cabinet • Use a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.) and gently wipe the surface of the cabinet.• Using a chemical cloth (wet/dry sheet type cloth, etc.) may deform the components of the main unit cabinet or cause cracking. • Wiping with a hard cloth or using strong force may scratch ...

4 Supplied accessories Remote control unit ( x 1) LR03 (“AAA” size alkaline) battery ( x 2) Cable tie ( x 1) Pages 6 and 8 Page 6 Page 9 Stand unit ( x 1) Wireless LAN USB adapter (WN8522D 7-JU) ( x 1) For 46 inch models For 40 inch models Page 5 Page 5 Page 61 Initial setup guide (printed document)...

5 Attaching the stand unit • Before performing work, spread cushioning over the surface on which you will be laying the TV. 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 resu...

6 Using the remote control unit Inserting the batteries Before using the TV for the first time, insert the two supplied LR03 (“AAA” size alkaline) batteries. When the batteries become depleted and the remote control unit fails to operate, replace the batteries with new LR03 (“AAA” size alkaline) bat...

7 TV (front view) Illumination LED* 1 3D infrared emitter* 2 Remote control sensor OPC sensor I 3D mode: Blue illumination 2D mode: White illumination J This panel emits infrared signal towards the 3D glasses you wear when viewing 3D images. Do not place anything between the 3D infrared emitter on t...

8 Remote control unit 6 7 5 4 3 8 9 10 12 13 14 11 2 1 16 15 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 1 >a (Standby/On) (Page 19) 2 ATV Access conventional analogue TV mode. DTV Access digital TV mode. SAT Access satellite mode. RADIO DTV/SAT: Switch between radio and data mode. • When only data broadcasting (no r...

9 Operation overview Follow the steps below one by one when using the TV. Some steps may not be necessary depending on your TV installation and connection. 1. Preparation - Connecting the TV p r s q o n • Place the TV close to the AC outlet, and keep the power plug within reach. • Product shape vari...

10 3. Watch TV - Daily operation 1 Turn on/off the TV (Page 19) • You can turn on/off the power using both the remote control and the TV control panel. 2 Switch between digital, satellite and analogue broadcast (Page 19) 3 Change channels (Page 19) • You can also select a channel from “Menu” > “C...

11 Inserting the CA card into the CI module In order to receive coded digital stations, a common interface module (CI module) and a CA card must be inserted in the CI slot of the TV. 1 Carefully insert the CI module in the CI slot with the contact side forward. 2 The logo on the CI module must be fa...

12 Quick guide Using the Menu screen You need to call up the OSD to perform settings for the TV. The OSD for the settings is called “Menu”. The “Menu” enables various settings and adjustments. LCFONT This product is embedded with LC Font technology, which was developed by SHARP Corporation for clear...

13 Using Software keyboard Use the software keyboard when you need to input text. Char.Set Caps Done Cancel SP Delete Clear Cursor Left Caps Char.Set Cursor Right 1 8 7 6 2 3 4 9 10 11 5 1 Char. Set Changes character set into the alphabet, numbers, symbols, etc. 2 Caps Changes characters to capital/...

14 Initial auto installation When the TV is powered on for the first time after purchase, the initial auto installation wizard appears. Follow the menus and make the necessary settings one after another. Confirm the following before turning on the power E Is the antenna cable connected? E Is the AC ...

15 Digital broadcast setting Press c/d to select “Terrestrial” or “Cable”, and then press ; . Terrestrial Cable E Searching for terrestrial broadcasts The TV searches for, sorts and stores all the receivable TV stations according to their settings and the connected antenna. • To abort the initial au...

16 Searching for satellite broadcasts (830 series only) Press c/d to select “Yes”, and then press ; . Yes No • If you do not perform “Satellite search” setting, select “No”, and then press ; . • The current DVB-S/S2 setting screen is displayed. Next other Satellite LNB FrequencyLow High Satellite Sy...

18 Checking signal strength and channel strength (DVB-T/T2* 1 /C/S* 2 / S2* 2 ) If you install a DVB-T/T2/C/S/S2 antenna for the first time or relocate it, you should adjust the alignment of the antenna to receive a good reception while checking the antenna setup screen. I 831 series only J 830 seri...

19 Daily operation Switching on/off Turning on/off the power 1 Turn on ( ; )/off ( a ) the MAIN POWER switch on the rear of the TV (Page 7). 2 To turn on/off the TV, press <a on the TV or >a on the remote control unit. NOTE • When turning off the power using the MAIN POWER switch on the rear o...

20 Selecting a sound mode E DTV/SAT mode If multi sound modes are received, each time you press 7 the mode switches as follows. Audio (ENG) STEREO L/R L R LR CH A CH B CH AB Audio (ENG) CH A Audio (ENG) MONO Press c/d to select L or R sound when the STEREO or DUAL MONO screen is displayed. Audio (EN...

21 EPG EPG is a programme list that is displayed on the screen. With the EPG, you can check the schedule for DTV/SAT/RADIO/DATA, view detailed information about them and tune to an event currently on-air. Useful settings for using EPG View setting EPG If you want to use the EPG for digital stations,...

22 Selecting a programme using EPG The illustrations on this page are explained using three digit services. Display/Close the EPG screen Press EPG . Select Enter Back Exit AM PM Programme info. Search by genre Search by date Timer list NOTE • You can also display the EPG screen from “Menu” > “EPG...

23 Timer setup using EPG You can switch to a programme at a set time. 1 Press EPG . 2 Press a/b/c/d to select the programme you want to set, and then press ; . Back to EPG Watch No Programme info. Next 3 Press c/d to select “Watch”, and then press ; . • If you select “No”, the TV returns to the EPG ...

24 Introduction to connections The TV is equipped with the terminals as shown below. Find the cable corresponding the TV’s terminal and connect the device. E Before connecting ... • Be sure to turn off the TV and any devices before making any connections. • Firmly connect a cable to a terminal or te...

25 Video connections HDMI connection Example of connectable devices E DVD player/recorder E Blu-ray player/recorder E Game console The HDMI connections permit digital video and audio transmission via a connection cable from a player/recorder. The digital picture and sound data are transmitted withou...

26 Connecting external devices SCART connection Y P B ( C B) P R ( C R) Component connection Example of connectable devices E VCR E DVD player/recorder n  SCART cable (commercially available) Example of connectable devices E VCR E DVD player/recorder You will enjoy accurate colour reproduction and ...

27 VIDEO connection Example of connectable devices E VCR E DVD player/recorder E Game console E Camcorder You can use the EXT 2 terminal when connecting to a game console, camcorder, a DVD player/recorder or other device. n  AV cable (commercially available) Audio connections Speaker/amplifier conn...

28 Controlling HDMI devices using AQUOS LINK E What is AQUOS LINK? Using the HDMI CEC protocol, with AQUOS LINK you can interactively operate compatible system devices (AV amplifier, DVD player/recorder, Blu-ray player/recorder) using a single remote control unit. NOTE • AQUOS LINK-compatible AQUOS ...

29 AQUOS LINK connection First connect the AQUOS AUDIO speaker system or an AQUOS BD player/ AQUOS recorder that supports the HDMI CEC protocol. Connecting an AQUOS BD player/AQUOS recorder via the AQUOS AUDIO speaker system Connecting an AQUOS BD player/AQUOS recorder only AQUOS BD player/AQUOS rec...

30 AQUOS LINK setup Basic operation Go to “Menu” > “Link operation” > “AQUOS LINK setup” > select the menu you want to set. AQUOS LINK control Set to “On” to enable HDMI CEC functions. Auto power on If this is activated, the one touch play function is enabled. While the TV is in standby mod...

32 Picture settings Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “Picture”. Setup AV mode Picture OPC [Off] CH list :Back :Enter Menu Backlight 3D brightness boost [Middle] Picture AV mode “AV mode” gives you several viewing options to choose from to best match the system environment, which can vary due to factor...

33 Picture Advanced This TV provides various advanced functions for optimising the picture quality. Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “Picture” > “Advanced”. C.M.S.-hue This function adjusts the hue of a selected colour using a six-colour adjustment system. C.M.S.-saturation This function increases ...

34 Monochrome For viewing a video in black & white. Range of OPC The brightness level range of the OPC sensor’s automatic adjustments can be set according to your preferences. The adjustment range of the OPC sensor can be set to a maximum of e 16 and a minimum of f 16. NOTE • This function is av...

36 Power save settings Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “ECO”. Setup No signal off ECO picture control ECO Energy save CH list :Back :Enter Menu No operation off [Disable] [Disable] [Off] [On] ECO ECO picture control This function automatically detects the image source and decreases the power consumpt...

37 View settings Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “View setting” Setup Quick start Auto installation View setting Channel settings CH list :Back :Enter Menu Individual setting View setting Auto installation The TV automatically detects and stores all available services in your area. This function also...

38 Buttons for “Manual adjust” operation Lock Press R button. When the service is locked, you must enter your PIN whenever you tune to the service. CH skip Press G button. Services with a ✔ mark are passed over when pressing :r/s on the TV or remote control unit. Delete Press Y button. The selected ...

39 Analogue setting You can reconfigure the analogue TV channels settings automatically or manually. E Additional search Use this menu to add new services automatically after “Analogue search” in the “Auto installation” menu has been completed. • Start searching channels after selecting the colour s...

40 TV start-up time setting View setting Quick start You can reduce the TV’s start-up time after turning on the power with the remote control unit. Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “View setting” > “Quick start”. Item On The TV quickly starts up from standby. 14 W or more of power consumption is re...

41 Individual setting - Language View setting Digital audio language Set up to three preferred multi audio languages to display if the audio languages are available. Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “View setting” > “Individual setting” > “Digital audio language”. E Switching the multi audio lan...

42 Optional features settings Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “Option”. Setup Option for view Option 3D setup CH list :Back :Enter Menu AQUOS LINK setup Terminal setting Selecting the picture size manually Option Wide mode You can select the picture size. Selectable picture size varies with the type ...

43 Selecting the WSS picture size manually Option 4:3 mode The “WSS” signal has 4:3 auto-switching that allows you to select between “Normal” and “Panorama”. Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “Option” > “4:3 mode”. Item Normal Normal range keeping 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio. Panorama Wide image withou...

44 Input source settings Option Input select For setting the signal type of external equipment. 1 Press b to select the input source for setting the input signal (“EXT1”) from the “INPUT” menu, and then press ; . 2 Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “Option” > “Terminal setting” > “Input select”. ...

45 Screen effect settings Option Channel selecting effect This function shows a screen effect when choosing or changing channels. Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “Option” > “Screen effect” > “Channel selecting effect”. Option Programme title display This function allows you to display programme...

46 Additional features Option Illumination This function makes the LED on the front of TV illuminated in several ways. Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “Option” > “Illumination”. Item Off The LED is not illuminated. Standby The LED is illuminated while the TV is in standby mode. Watch The LED is il...

47 Using a USB device The TV provides you some functions using a USB device. You can select which function to use after inserting a USB device in the USB port, and the TV starts the settings for each function. USB usage • Storage device for time shift • USB media to enjoy photos, music and videos Co...

48 Time shift This function enables you to pause the digital TV or satellite programme you are watching and start watching it again from the paused scene. 1 Press READY . • The TV starts temporary recording of the real time broadcast in the background. 2 Press I . • The TV shows the programme from t...

49 Examples of time shift usage When you move away from the TV for a while (press READY when you move away from the TV) Without time shift Away You miss the scene while you are away. With time shift Away You can watch the missed scene when you come back. When you want to watch the same scene again (...

50 Option Device registration You need to perform this function to register the USB storage device for the time shift. Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “Option” >“Time shift setting” > “Device registration”. • Refer to For time shift (Page 47) for registering a USB storage device. NOTE • Only on...

51 USB media/Home network USB media/Home network In both modes, you can enjoy viewing photos, listening to music and watching videos from external USB devices (USB Memory, USB card reader (Mass Storage Class), USB HDD) or Home network server. NOTE • To connect a Home network server, refer to Network...

52 Viewing enlarged photos Buttons for enlarged photo display operation(When using USB media mode) Buttons Description c/d (Cursor) Go to the previous/next photo in the same directory. 6 Return to the thumbnail selection screen. 3D Switch between 2D and 3D modes. R button Rotate the photo by 90 degr...

53 Music mode * This screen image is for the USB media mode. It may be slightly different in the Home network mode. Buttons for music mode(When using USB media mode) Buttons Description ; When selecting a music file: Play music. a/b/c/d (Cursor) Select a desired item. 6 When music is stopped: Return...

54 View setting DivX® setup This is the function to confirm your registration code. You need to register the code at www.divx.com. Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “View setting” > “DivX® setup”. E DivX® VOD registration You can find your registration code on this menu. You need to register the TV ...

55 Connecting a PC HDMI connection PC HDMI 1, 2, 3 or 4 terminal  HDMI-certified cable (commercially available) PC HDMI 2 terminal*  ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack cable (commercially available)  DVI/HDMI cable (commercially available) * When using the HDMI 2 terminal, you must select the proper item i...

56 Adjusting the PC image automatically Option Auto sync. This function enables the screen to be automatically adjusted to its best possible condition when the analogue terminals of the TV and PC are connected with a commercially available DVI/RGB conversion cable, etc. 1 Press b to select “PC” from...

57 PC compatibility chart Resolution Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency Analogue (D-Sub) Digital (HDMI) VESA standard VGA 640 x 480 31.5 kHz 60 Hz ✔ ✔ ✔ SVGA 800 x 600 37.9 kHz 60 Hz ✔ ✔ ✔ XGA 1,024 x 768 48.4 kHz 60 Hz ✔ ✔ ✔ WXGA 1,360 x 768 47.7 kHz 60 Hz ✔ ✔ ✔ SXGA 1,280 x 1,024 64.0 kHz 60 ...

58 PC control of the TV • When a programme is set, the TV can be controlled from the PC using RS-232C or IP. The input signal (PC/ video) can be selected, the volume can be adjusted and various other adjustments and settings can be made, enabling automatic programmed playing. • Use an RS-232C serial...

59 Command list CONTROL ITEM COMMAND PARAMETER CONTROL CONTENTS POWER SETTING P O W R 0 _ _ _ POWER OFF (STANDBY) INPUT SELECTION A I T G D _ _ _ _ INPUT SWITCHING (TOGGLE) I T V D _ _ _ _ TV (CHANNEL FIXED) I D T V _ _ _ _ DTV (CHANNEL FIXED) I A V D * _ _ _ EXT 1 _ 3 (1 _ 3), HDMI 1 _ 4 (4 _ 7), P...

60 Connecting to the network To enjoy internet services, you need to connect the TV to a router with a high speed connection to the internet. You can also connect the TV to your Home network server through a router or access point. The TV connection to the router can either be wired or wireless. NOT...

61 Wireless installation Use the wireless LAN USB adapter supplied with the TV. E Wireless connection overview  PC  Wireless LAN router/access point  Wireless LAN USB adapter (supplied)  Network NOTE • When using the SHARP wireless LAN USB adapter (supplied), try to provide as much free space ar...

62 What is Net TV? Net TV offers internet service and websites tailored for your TV. Use the TV remote control unit to browse the Net TV internet pages. Net TV allows you to play movies, view pictures, listen to music, play games, rent a movie from a video store* and much more. Net TV provides varie...

63 Net TV E Reload Refreshes the page you are browsing. If an error occurs while loading the page, execute this function and reload it. Select “Reload”, and then press ; . E Zoom Adjusts the display size of the page you are browsing. Zoom [100] 20 400 ：Adjust END :Exit 1 Select “Zoom”, and then pres...

64 Disclaimers and software licences for Net TV DISCLAIMERS • • • • • • This product includes the Opera™ browser. • This product contains fonts provided by Monotype Imaging Inc. • Monotype® is a trademark of Monotype Imaging Inc. registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and may be...

65 You can enjoy 3D-supported images on the TV when you wear 3D glasses (AN- 3DG10-S/R/A), sold separately. NOTE • Some menu items are greyed out in 3D mode. This is not a malfunction. Preparing for the 3D glasses Confirm how to use the 3D glasses before watching 3D-supported images. These 3D glasse...

66 Replacing the button cell battery The battery has an expected service life of approximately 75 hours. • When the battery power is low, the LED light blinks six times after the power is turned on. • When replacing the button cell, use only the designated battery type (Hitachi Maxell: CR2032 lithiu...

67 Angle of the 3D glasses The 3D glasses can be used by receiving an infrared signal sent from the TV. The 3D glasses turn off automatically after three minutes if no signal is received from the TV. Operating range From directly in front of the infrared transmitter on the TV: approx. 5 m (within ap...

68 • When viewing 3D images, keep the 3D glasses horizontally level with the TV screen. If you tilt the 3D glasses with respect to the TV screen, the images viewed by the left and right eyes may appear significantly different or images may appear overlapping. • View 3D images at the appropriate dist...

69 Viewing 3D images NOTE • The TV screen may temporarily become black when the TV is trying to detect a 3D image signal and when switching from 3D to 2D mode. Receiving a 3D image signal that can be detected automatically The image signal may contain a 3D identification signal. You can enable the T...

70 Watching 2D images in 3D You can convert normal 2D images into 3D images. 1 Press 3D . 2 Press c/d to select “2D s 3D”, and then press ; . 3 Turn on the power of the 3D glasses, and then wear the 3D glasses. NOTE • The confirmation message to select either 3D or 2D mode is displayed on the screen...

71 3D brightness boost You can adjust the backlight of the TV for 3D image viewing. Item High The screen brightens Middle Low The screen dims NOTE • When “High” or “Low” is selected, “OPC”, “Backlight” and “Range of OPC” are not available. • The “3D brightness boost” is not available for 2D mode. • ...

72 Specifications – 3D Glasses (sold separately) Product 3D glasses Model number AN-3DG10-S/AN-3DG10-R/AN-3DG10-A Lens type Liquid crystal shutter Power supply 3 V DC Battery Lithium button cell (CR2032 × 1) Battery life Approx. 75 hours of continuous use Dimension (W x H x D) 172.7 × 47.5 × 170.0 m...

74 Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Possible solution • No power. • Turn on ( ; ) the MAIN POWER switch on the rear of the TV (Page 19). • Is the AC cord disconnected? • Check if you pressed <a on the TV. • The TV cannot be operated. • External influences such as lightning, static electricity, et...

75 Updating your TV via DVB-T/T2* Ensure that your TV software version is always up to date. From time to time SHARP will make updated TV base software and DVB software available. * 831 series only View setting Download setup Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “View setting” > “Individual setting” &g...

76 Information on the software licence for this product Information Software licence You can read the software licences in this menu. Go to “Menu” > “Setup” > “Information” > “Software licence”. E Software composition The software included in this product is comprised of various software co...

77 Warning regarding basic use Cautions regarding use in high and low temperature environments • When the TV is used in a low temperature space (e.g., room, office), the picture may leave trails or appear slightly delayed. This is not a malfunction, and the TV will recover when the temperature retur...

78 Appendix Specifications Item LCD COLOUR TV (46 o /117 cm), LC-46LE830E LC-46LE830RULC-46LE831ELC-46LE831S LCD COLOUR TV (40 o /102 cm), LC-40LE830E LC-40LE830RULC-40LE831ELC-40LE831S LCD panel 117 cm (46 o ) X-Gen panel 102 cm (40 o ) X-Gen panel Resolution 1,920 x 1,080 x 4 dots Video colour sys...

79 Specifications (Wireless LAN USB adapter) Product name Dual Band 802.11n USB2.0 adapter Standard IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n Host interface USB2.0 Frequency band 2412 _ 2484 MHz 5150 _ 5850 MHz Security Static WEP (64/128 bit, key index 1 only) WPA-PSK (TKIP) WPA2-PSK (AES) Modulation DBPSK@1 Mbps DQPSK@2...

80 Environmental specifications Item 46 inch models 40 inch models I On-Mode (W) (HOME MODE) 76 W 63 W J Energy-Save-Mode (W) Advanced 61 W 52 W K Standby-Mode (W) 0.20 W 0.20 W L Off Mode (W) MAIN POWER switch 0.01 W or less 0.01 W or less M Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) 111.0 kWh 92.0 kWh N Annu...

82 Appendix Dimensional drawings ( 1072.0 )( 1072,0 ) ( 400.0 )( 400,0 ) ( 293.0 )( 293,0 ) ( 131.0 )( 131,0 ) ( 33.4 ) ( 33,4 ) ( 26.4 )( 26,4 ) ( 215.0 )( 215,0 ) ( 507.0 )( 507,0 ) ( 1018.08 ) ( 1018,08 ) ( 572.67 ) ( 572,67 ) ( 663 .0 ) ( 663 ,0 ) ( 398 .0 ) ( 398 ,0 ) ( 200 .0 ) ( 200 ,0 ) ( 40...