Sharp CRT Television 25N S100 User Manual

models  
25N-S100  
25N-S180  
27N-S100  
27N-S180  
C O N T E N T S  
Page  
Page  
• Important Information .................................. 2 - 3  
• Important Safeguards .................................. 3 - 4  
• Supplied Accessories ....................................... 5  
• Before Operating Your Television ..................... 5  
• Antenna Connections ........................................ 6  
• Quick Reference Control Operation ............. 7 - 9  
• EZ SETUP during First Power On .................. 10  
• Demo Mode ..................................................... 11  
• Accessing the MAIN MENU screen  
• View Timer .............................................. 23 - 25  
• Energy Save .................................................... 25  
• Set Up....................................................... 26 - 31  
• EZ Setup ....................................................... 26  
• Channel Setting ...................................... 27 - 29  
• Blue Screen ............................................ 29 - 30  
• Personal Preference............................... 30 - 31  
• Universal Plus Function................................. 31  
• Using the Video and Audio  
without Remote Control ................................... 11  
• Language......................................................... 11  
• Sleep Timer ..................................................... 12  
• Video Adjust .............................................. 12 - 13  
• Audio Select ............................................. 13 - 14  
• MTS (Multichannel TV Sound) ............... 13 - 14  
• Closed Caption ......................................... 14 - 15  
Input Jacks ............................................... 32 - 33  
• Using the Audio Output Jacks ......................... 33  
• Operation of Remote Control.................... 34 - 37  
• Before Calling for Service ................................ 38  
• Limited Warranty............................................. 40  
This operating manual includes basic operating  
instructions in Spanish and French.  
SPANISH is on pages 8, 39.  
• Parent Control .......................................... 15 - 25  
• V-CHIP Block.......................................... 15 - 22  
FRENCH is on page 9.  
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Important Information (Continued)  
WARNING - FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this  
equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the users authority  
to operate this equipment.  
Important Safeguards  
CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate your television and save  
these intructions for later use.  
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This unit has been engineered and manufactured  
to assure your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL  
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this equipment,  
observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.  
1. Unplug this television equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning.  
2. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
3. Do not use attachments not recommended by the television equipment manufacturer as they may  
cause hazards.  
4. Do not use this television equipment near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen  
sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.  
5. Do not place this equipment on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The television equipment may fall,  
causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the equipment. Use only with a  
cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the television equipment.  
6. Television equipment and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,  
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the equipment and cart combination  
to overturn.  
7. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturers instructions, and should use a  
mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.  
8. Slotsandopeningsinthecabinetandthebackorbottomareprovidedforventilation. Toinsurereliable  
operation of the television equipment and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be  
blocked or covered. This television equipment should not be placed in a built-in insulation such as a  
bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.  
9. The openings should never be covered with a cloth or other material, and the bottom openings should  
not be blocked by placing the television equipment on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This  
television equipment should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.  
10. This television equipment should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the  
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your television  
dealer or local power company.  
For television equipment designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.  
11. As a safety feature, television equipment is equipped with a 2-wire polarized plug (one plug blade  
bigger than the other). The 2-wire polarized plug will fit only one way into the power outlet.  
If the plug does not fit, ask your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not modify the plug and  
defeat this safety feature.  
12. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this television equipment where the cord  
will be abused by persons walking on it.  
13. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the television equipment.  
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Important Safeguards (Continued)  
14. Ifanoutsideantennaisconnectedtothetelevisionequipment,besuretheantennasystemisgrounded  
so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of  
the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and  
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding  
conductors,locationofantenna-dischargeunit,connectiontogroundingelectrodes,andrequirements  
for the grounding electrode.  
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING  
ACCORDING TO NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE.  
ANTENNA LEAD-IN WIRE  
GROUND CLAMP  
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
ELECTRIC  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC PART 250, PART H)  
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
15. 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.  
16. Anoutsideantennasystemshouldnotbelocatedinthevicinityofoverheadpowerlinesorotherelectric  
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.  
17. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.  
18. Never push objects of any kind into this television equipment through cabinet slots as they may touch  
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid  
of any kind on the television equipment.  
19. Do not attempt to service this television equipment yourself as opening or removing covers may  
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
20. Unplug this television equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel  
under the following conditions:  
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.  
B. If liquid has been spilled into the television equipment.  
C. If the television equipment has been exposed to rain or water.  
D. Ifthetelevisionequipmentdoesnotoperatenormallybyfollowingtheoperatinginstructions.Adjust  
only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other  
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to  
restore the television equipment to normal operation.  
E. If the television equipment has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.  
F. When the television equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need  
for service.  
21. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this television equipment, ask the service technician to  
perform routine safety checks to determine that the television is in safe operating condition.  
22. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts  
specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized  
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.  
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Supplied Accessories  
Size AA  
Dry Batteries  
Infrared Remote Control  
Part Number : RRMCG1395CESA  
Before Operating Your Television  
Location  
For normal operation, your TV should be located in an area of the room where cool adequate ventilation  
is provided. Do not place the back of the television set in a place where free airflow will be restricted.  
Any magnetic force may disturb the color picture. Make sure that magnets, electric clocks, toys using  
magnets or any other magnetic substance, such as iron are kept well away from this TV set.  
Power  
Your TV operates on 120 Volts, 60 Hertz (normal household current) and has a polarized plug. If you  
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. Should it fail to fit, contact an  
electrician. Do not defeat the safety feature of the polarized plug.  
NOTE:  
If the set will not be used for a long period, such as during a vacation, unplug the set from the wall  
outlet to economize power. (If the TV set is plugged in, a slight current still flows, even with the  
POWER BUTTON in the OFF position.)  
Lines and other noise may appear in TV broadcast images when an FM tuner or radio is located near  
the TV and both radio and TV broadcasts are being received. Should such noise appear, turn off  
either the TV or the radio.  
If you are listening to an AM broadcast, turn the TV off. AM broadcast signals may not be received  
due to the interference of the TV.  
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Before using the television, prepare the Remote Control  
To use the remote control, insert batteries first.  
Insert the batteries  
Pull up  
Battery  
Cover  
With your thumbnail, pull up the slit as indicated by the arrow to remove the back cover. Insert two  
batteries (size AA). Be sure to match the battery e/d terminals with the e/d marks inside the  
compartment.  
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Antenna Connections  
Antennas  
The antenna requirements for good color television reception are more important than those for  
black & white television reception. For this reason, a good quality outdoor antenna is strongly  
recommended.  
The following is a brief explanation of the type of connections that are provided with the various  
antenna systems:  
F-type connector  
75-ohm coaxial cable (round)  
300-ohm twin-lead cable (flat)  
1. A 75 ohm system is generally a round cable with F-type connector  
that can easily be attached to a terminal without tools (not  
supplied). The F-type connector should be finger tightened  
only.  
2. A 300 ohm system is a flat twin-leadcable that can be attached  
to a 75 ohm terminal through a 300-75 ohm ADAPTOR (not  
supplied).  
OUTDOOR ANTENNA CONNECTION  
Use one of the following two diagrams if you connect an outdoor antenna.  
A: Using a VHF/UHF combination outdoor antenna.  
B: Using separate VHF and/or UHF outdoor antenna.  
Connect an outdoor antenna cable lead-in to the COAXIAL CABLE CONNECTOR on the rear of the  
TV set.  
A. Combination VHF/UHF  
B. Separate VHF/UHF  
CABLE TV (CATV) CONNECTION  
A 75 ohm coaxial cable connector is built into the set for easy hookup. When connecting the 75 ohm  
coaxial cable to the set, screw the 75 ohm cable to the COAXIAL CABLE CONNECTOR.  
Some cable TV companies offer premium pay channels. Since the signals of these premium pay  
channels are scrambled, a cable TV converter/descrambler is generally provided to the subscriber  
by the cable TV company. This converter/descrambler is necessary for normal viewing of the scrambled  
channels. (Set your TV on channel 3 or 4. Typically one of these channels is used. If this is unknown,  
consult your cable TV company.) For more specific instructions on installing cable TV, consult your  
cable TV company. One possible method of utilizing the converter/descrambler provided by your  
cable TV company is explained below.  
Please note: RF switch equipped with position A/B (not provided) is required.  
Aposition on the RF switch (not supplied) : You can view all unscrambled channels using the TVs  
channel keys.  
Bposition on the RF switch (not supplied) : You can view the scrambled channels via the converter/  
descrambler using the converters channel keys.  
RF switch (not supplied)  
Two-set  
signal  
splitter  
(not  
Cable TV Line  
supplied)  
OUT  
IN  
NOTE:  
Cable TV converter/  
descrambler  
Consult your SHARP Dealer or Service  
Center for the type of splitter, RF switch  
or combiner that might be required.  
(not supplied)  
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Quick Reference Control Operation  
25N-S100, 25N-S180  
L Location of Controls  
POWER  
VOL  
+
CH  
Front Panel  
E
POWER  
VOL +  
CH  
A
A
B
POWER  
Press On.  
Press again Off.  
B
C
D
VOLUME UP/DOWN  
(+) Increases sound.  
() Decreases sound.  
27N-S100, 27N-S180  
C
D
SENSOR AREA FOR REMOTE CONTROL  
CHANNEL UP/DOWN  
(8) Selects next higher channel.  
(9) Selects next lower channel.  
E
Press both at same time to access MAIN MENU Screen.  
A
IN 2  
TERMINALS  
E
VIDEO/AUDIO  
(VIDEO/AUDIO terminals are also provided on the rear.)  
C
D
B
Basic Remote Control Functions  
Infrared Transmitter Window  
POWER  
DISPLAY  
Press On.  
Press Displays receiving channel for  
Press again Off.  
four seconds.  
Press again Removes display.  
Temporarily displays receiving  
channel when in Closed Caption  
mode.  
REMOTE KEYPAD  
Accesses any channel from keypad.  
FLASHBACK  
Returns to previous channel.  
INPUT  
Press Switch to external video  
PERSONAL PREFERENCE  
INPUT 1 mode.  
With the Personal Preference buttons,  
you can program your favorite  
programs by using the four categories  
A, B, C and D. The channels can be  
accessed quickly by using these  
buttons. (See page 30.)  
Press again Switch to external video  
INPUT 2 mode.  
Press again Switch back to the  
original TV mode.  
See page 33.  
ENTER  
VOLUME UP/DOWN  
(+) Increases sound.  
() Decreases sound.  
In menu mode, changes or selects  
the TV adjustments.  
Used in some instances where a VCR  
or Cable Converter Box requires an  
entercommand after selecting  
channels, when using the REMOTE  
KEYPAD button. (See page 34)  
MENU  
Press Accesses MAIN MENU.  
CHANNEL UP/DOWN  
Press again Exits MAIN MENU.  
(8) Selects next higher channel.  
(9) Selects next lower channel.  
See pages 27 - 29 for channel  
presetting.  
TV-CATV MODE SELECT SWITCH  
In TV position, sends power and  
channel select commands (Channel  
up/down and RandomAccess buttons)  
to the TV.  
Moves the “ ” mark of the MENU  
screens.  
In CATV position, sends power and  
channel select commands to a cable  
TV converter.  
MUTE  
Press Mutes sound.  
Press again Restores sound.  
CLOSED CAPTION appears when  
sound is muted.  
VCR CONTROL  
See page 34.  
NOTE:  
The above shaded buttons on the Remote Control glow in the dark. To use the glow-in-the-dark display on the  
remote control, place it under a fluorescent light or other lighting.  
The phosphorescent material contains no radioactive or toxic material, so it is safe to use.  
The degree of illumination will vary depending on the strength of lighting used.  
The degree of illumination will decrease with time and depending on the temperature.  
The time needed to charge the phosphorescent display will vary depending on the surrounding lighting.  
Sunlight and fluorescent lighting are the most effective when charging the display.  
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Referencia rápida de los controles de operación  
L Ubicación de los Controles  
(ESPAÑOL)  
25N-S100, 25N-S180  
Front Delantero  
A
ALIMENTACION (POWER)  
POWER  
VOL  
+
CH  
Pulsando Enciende (On).  
E
POWER  
VOL +  
Pulsando nuevamente Apaga (Off).  
CH  
A
B
AUMENTO/DISMINUCION DEL VOLUMEN (VOL)  
(+) Aumenta el sonido.  
() Disminuye el sonido.  
C
D
B
C
D
ZONA DEL SONSOR DEL MANDOA DISTANCIA  
27N-S100, 27N-S180  
CANAL SUPERIOR/INFERIOR (CH)  
(8) Selecciona el siguiente canal superior.  
(9) Seleccioal el siguiente canal inferior.  
Pulse los dos a la misma vez para acceder a la pantalla de MENU  
PRINCIPAL.  
E
A
E
TERMINALES DE ENTRADA VIDEO/AUDIO TERMINALS IN 2  
(Las terminales VIDEO/AUDIO también se encuentran en la parte posterior.)  
B
C
D
Funciones Basicas Del Control Remoto  
ALIMENTACION (POWER)  
Pulsando Enciende (On).  
Pulsando nuevamente Apaga (Off).  
Ventanilla del transmisor de infrarrojos  
VISUALIZACION (DISPLAY)  
Pulsando  
Aparece el canal de  
POWER  
TECLADO A DISTANCIA  
(REMOTE KEYPAD)  
Para tener acceso a cualquier canal  
empleando las teclas.  
recepción por cuatro segundos.  
Pulsando nuevamente Elimina la  
visualización.  
TV  
VCR  
DISPLAY  
INPUT  
En el modo de Closed Captionse  
muestra el canal de recepción por un  
corto tiempo.  
1
4
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
RETORNO AL CANAL  
ANTERIOR (FLASHBACK)  
Para volver al canal anterior.  
ENTRADA (INPUT)  
Pulsando Cambia al modo de entrada  
1 del vídeo externo.  
Pulsando nuevamente Cambia al modo  
de entrada 2 del vídeo externo.  
Pulsando nuevamente Vuelve al modo  
TV original.  
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PREFERENCIAS PERSONALES  
Con los botones Personal Preference  
puede programar sus programas favoritos  
utilizando las cuatro categorías  
A, B, C y D.  
FLASHBACK  
ENTER  
100  
PERSONAL PREFERENCE  
A
B
C
D
CH  
CH  
VOL  
VOL  
+
Puede acceder a los canales rápidamente  
utilizando estos botones.  
INTRODUCIR (ENTER)  
MENU  
MUTE  
Se utiliza en algunos casos en los cuales  
un VCR o una Caja de Inversor de Cable  
requiere una orden enterdespués de  
seleccionar los canales, al usar el teclado  
a distancia.  
AUMENTO/DISMINUCION DEL  
VOLUMEN (VOLUME UP/DOWN)  
(+) Aumenta el sonido.  
CATV  
TV  
() Disminuye el sonido.  
En modo de MENU cambia  
selecciona el ajuste del televisor.  
o
REW  
PLAY  
FF  
CANAL SUPERIOR/INFERIOR  
(CHANNEL UP/DOWN)  
(8) Selecciona el siguiente canal  
superior.  
VCR CH  
PAUSE STOP  
REC  
PREPARACION (MENU)  
Pulsando  
PRINCIPAL.  
Accede al MENU  
(9) Selecciona el siguiente canal inferior.  
Pulsando nuevamente Sale del MENU  
PRINCIPAL.  
En el modo de MENU, mueve la marca  
.  
Q1395SA  
CONMUTADOR SELECTOR DE  
SILENCIAMIENTO (MUTE)  
Pulsando Silencia el sonido.  
Pulsando nuevamente Restaura el  
sonido.  
TELEVISOR/TV POR CABLE (TV-CATV)  
En la posición TV, el mando envia los  
comandos de alimentación y selección de  
canales (botones de canal superior/inferior  
y de acceso aleatorio) a un televisor.  
En la posición CATV, envia los comandos  
de alimentación y selección de canales a  
un convertidor de TV por cable.  
TV • VCR • CATV  
CLOSED CAPTION aparece automáti-  
camente cuando el sonido es silencia-  
do.  
Siempre y cuando la transmisión tenga  
esta señal.  
CONTROLES DEL VIDEO  
NOTA:  
Los botones que arriba pueden verse sombreados en el Control Remoto lucen en la oscuridad. Para usar el visor  
del control remoto que luce en la oscuridad, colocarlo bajo una luz fluorescente u otra fuente luminosa.  
El material fosforescente no contiene elementos radiactivos ni tóxicos, de modo que su uso no representa ningún  
peligro.  
El grado de iluminación variará de acuerdo con la potencia de la luz utilizada.  
El grado de iluminación irá decayendo con el tiempo y dependiendo de la temperatura.  
El tiempo necesario para cargar el visor fosforescente variará de acuerdo con la iluminación circundante.  
La luz del sol y la luz fluorescente son las más eficaces para la carga del visor.  
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Référence rapide sur les commandes  
(FRANÇAIS)  
L Emplacement des touches  
25N-S100, 25N-S180  
Panneau avant  
A
B
ALIMENTATION (POWER)  
Appuyer pour mettre sous tension.  
Appuyer de nouveau pour mettre hors tension.  
POWER  
VOL  
+
CH  
E
POWER  
VOL +  
CH  
A
AUGMENTATION/RÉDUCTION DU VOLUME SONORE (VOL)  
(+) Pour augmenter le volume du son.  
() Pour diminuer le volume du son.  
D
B
C
C
D
ZONE DE DÉTECTION DU CAPTEUR  
27N-S100, 27N-S180  
TOUCHES DES CANAUX CROISSANT/DÉCROISSANT (CH)  
(8) Selectionne le canal supérieur suivant.  
(9) Sélectionne le canal inféfieur précédent.  
Appuyez sur les deux poussoirs simultanément pour accéder á l’écran  
du MENU PRINCIPAL.  
E
A
IN 2  
PRISES DENTRÉE VIDÉO/AUDIO  
E
(Les prises VIDÉO/AUDIO sont également reprises à larriére.)  
C
B
D
Fonctions de base de la télécommande  
Fenêtre d’émission du signal infrarouge  
ALIMENTATION (POWER)  
Appuyer pour mettre sous tension.  
Appuyer de nouveau pour mettre hors  
tension.  
AFFICHAGE (DISPLAY)  
Appuyer pour afficher le canal reçu  
pendant quatre secondes.  
Appuyer de nouveau pour faire disparaître  
le canal.  
PAVÉ NUMÉRIQUE DE COMMANDE A  
DISTANCE (REMOTE KEYPAD)  
Sélectionne directement le canal voulu sur  
le pavé numérique.  
Pour afficher temporairement le canal  
reçu en mode Sous-titrage.  
ENTRÉE (INPUT)  
Appuyer pour sélectionner le mode  
ENTRÉE 1 vidéo externe.  
RETOUR (FLASHBACK)  
Rappelle le dernier canal regardé.  
Appuyer de nouveau pour sélectionner le  
mode ENTRÉE 2 vidéo externe.  
Appuyer de nouveau pour revenir au  
mode TV initial.  
PRÉFÉRENCES PERSONNELLES  
Grâce aux touches de préférence  
personnelle, vous pouvez programmer  
vos programmes préférés à laide des  
quatre catégories : A, B, C et D. Ces  
touches vous permettent daccéder  
rapidement à ces canaux.  
ENTRER (ENTER)  
Parfois utilisée lorsquun magnétoscope ou  
un convertisseur nécessite lintroduction  
dune commande «enter» après la  
sélection de canaux à laide du pavé  
numérique de commande à distance.  
AUGMENTATION/RÉDUCTION DU  
VOLUME SONORE (VOLUME UP/  
DOWN)  
(+) Pour augmenter le volume du son.  
() Pour diminuer le volume du son.  
TOUCHES DES CANAUX CROISSANT/  
DÉCROISSANT (CHANNEL UP/DOWN)  
(8) Sélectionne le canal supérieur suivant.  
(9) Sélectionne le canal inférieur précedént.  
Pour changer ou sélectionner les  
réglages du téléviseur en mode menu.  
Déplace le curseur « » sur l’écran du  
MENU  
RÉGLAGE (MENU)  
Appuyer Accès au MENU PRINCIPAL.  
Appuyer de nouveau Sortie du MENU  
PRINCIPAL.  
SOURDINE (MUTE)  
Appuyer Mise en sourdine du son.  
Appuyer de nouveau Rétablissement  
du son.  
SÉLECTEUR DE MODE TÉLÉVISION/  
CÂBLOVISION (TV-CATV)  
En position télévision (TV), permet de  
mettre le téléviseur sous/hors tension et  
de sélectionner ses canaux (touches de  
canaux en ordre croissant/décroissant et  
daccès direct).  
CLOSED CAPTION apparaît lorsque le  
son est mis en sourdine.  
COMMANDE DU MAGNÉTOSCOPE  
En position câblovision (CATV), permet de  
mettre un convertisseur de téléviseur par  
câble sous/hors tension et de sélectionner  
ses canaux.  
REMARQUE :  
Les boutons ombrés de la télécommande illustrés ci-dessus brillent dans lobscurité lorsque la télécommande a  
été placée sous une ampoule fluorescente ou toute autre source lumineuse.  
Le matériau phosphorescent nest absolument pas toxique ou radioactif. Il peut donc être utilisé en toute sécurité.  
Le degré dillumination variera en fonction de lintensité de la source d’éclairage.  
Le degré dillumination diminuera avec le temps, en fonction de la température.  
Le temps requis pour charger les touches phosphorescentes dépendra de l’éclairage environnant.  
Les rayons directs du soleil et les luminaires fluorescents constituent les meilleures sources de chargement des  
touches phosphorescentes.  
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EZ SETUP during First Power On  
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When you turn on the TV for the first time, it will automatically  
memorize the broadcasting channels.  
POWER  
Please perform the following instructions before you press the  
power button.  
VOLUME  
(+)/()  
(1) Insert the batteries into the remote control. (See page 5)  
(2) Connect the antenna cable to the TV set. (See page 6)  
(3) Plug in the AC POWER cord to the wall outlet.  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
MENU  
1 Press the POWER button on the TV set or on the Remote Control  
to turn on the TV. The SELECT LANGUAGE mode will be  
displayed.  
(Remote Control)  
(On the Set)  
(SELECT LANGUAGE mode)  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to select “ENGLISH”, “SPANISH  
(ESPAÑOL)” or “FRENCH (FRANÇAIS)”.  
3 Press VOL (+) or (–) to access the EZ SETUP mode.  
(EZ SETUP mode)  
4 Press VOL (+).  
The tuner will automatically search for the broadcasting  
and cable TV channels. (The CH No. will automatically  
increase when it appears.)  
If you want to stop the EZ SETUP process once it has  
started, press VOL (–) and it will be canceled.  
If you want to SETUP again, please refer to page 26 on  
SETUP.  
To cancel EZ SETUP  
Press VOL (–).  
5 Once EZ SETUP is completed, the lowest channel number  
memorized will be displayed.  
NOTE:  
• If EZ SETUP does not memorize all the channels in your region, please refer to page 28 - 29  
for more information on manually memorizing the channels using CHANNEL MEMORY.  
• It may be difficult to PRESET all channels in an area when the broadcasting signals are weak  
or multiple stations are received on the same channel. Please refer to pages 28 - 29 for more  
information on manually memorizing additional channels using CHANNEL MEMORY.  
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DEMO Mode  
(On the set)  
To quickly learn more about the TV set, press and hold for more than  
three seconds both CH UP (8) and DOWN (9) on the TV set. The TV  
set will go into DEMO mode and briefly explain the various features.  
To cancel DEMO mode, again press both CH UP (8) and DOWN (9)  
on the TV set.  
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CH  
MENU  
Accessing the MAIN MENU screen without Remote Control  
If you misplaced your Remote Control you can still access most  
(On the set)  
settings via the MAIN MENU screen when you press both CH UP (8)  
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8
CH  
and DOWN (9) on the TV set.  
Some features of your TV set will not be accessible without the Remote  
Control. If you lost your Remote Control, contact a Sharp Authorized  
Servicer by calling 1-800-BE-SHARP for a replacement.  
MENU  
Language  
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The language for the ON SCREEN DISPLAY can be set to ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH.  
Setting the ON SCREEN DISPLAY Language.  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to SET UP.  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to access SET UP mode, then press  
CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to LANGUAGE.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
4 Press VOL (+) or () to access LANGUAGE change mode.  
(LANGUAGE change mode)  
5 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to select ENGLISH, SPANISH  
(ESPAÑOL)or FRENCH (FRANÇAIS).  
6 Press MENU to exit.  
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Sleep Timer  
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You can set the number of minutes for your TV to automatically turn off.  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
2 Press VOL (+) or () to access TIMER SET mode.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
(TIMER SET mode)  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to set a sleep time of 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.  
4 Press MENU to exit.  
NOTE:  
To turn off the Sleep Timer, repeat the above SLEEP TIMER steps and select “– – – REMAINduring  
step 3.  
While Sleep Timer is active, the time remaining will be briefly displayed on-screen at regular intervals  
or when the remotes Display key is pressed.  
Video Adjust  
Description of Adjustment Items  
VOLUME  
Selected item  
PICTURE  
TINT  
VOL UP (+) button  
VOL DOWN () button  
To decrease contrast  
(+)/()  
To increase contrast  
To make skin tones greenish  
To increase color intensity  
To increase brightness  
To increase sharpness  
To make skin tones purplish  
To decrease color intensity  
To decrease brightness  
To decrease sharpness  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
MENU  
COLOR  
BRIGHT  
SHARP  
FAVORITE COLOR  
RESET  
To choose a RED, BLUE or STANDARD COLOR TONE.  
To return all adjustments to factory preset levels.  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to VIDEO  
ADJUST.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to access PICTURE adjust mode.  
(PICTURE adjust mode)  
4 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to select the desired mode.  
(Refer to the diagram below.)  
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Video Adjust (Continued)  
5 Press VOL (+) or () to adjust the setting.  
VOL UP (+)  
increase contrast  
VOL DOWN ()  
decrease contrast  
6 Repeat steps 4 - 5 to adjust other settings.  
7 Press MENU to exit.  
Audio Select  
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MTS (MULTICHANNEL TV SOUND)  
This circuit allows reception of stereo or bilingual TV sound.  
INTERNAL SPEAKER SWITCH (25N-S180 and 27N-S180 only)  
This function turns the TVs internal speakers ONor OFFwhen listening to sound from  
external speakers by using the AUDIO OUTPUT JACKS on page 33.  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to AUDIO  
SELECT.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to access AUDIO SELECT mode.  
NOTE:  
SPEAKER: OFF is for 25N-S180 and 27N-S180 only.  
For models 25N-S100 or 27N-S100, skip to Step 5.  
(AUDIO SELECT mode)  
4 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to MTS,  
or SPEAKER.  
5 Press VOL (+) or () to change the AUDIO SELECT setting.  
(For 25N-S180 and 27N-S180 only)  
(AUDIO SELECT setting)  
6 Press MENU to exit.  
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Audio Select (Continued)  
Example:  
Actual screen indicating ONAIR when receiving STEREO broadcasts.  
Actual channel number  
ON AIRwill appear next to STEREO or  
SAP when receiving STEREO or SAP  
broadcasts.  
(Channel call on screen)  
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You can enjoy Hi-Fi stereo sound or SAP broadcasts where available.  
Stereo broadcasts  
Live television transmission of sports, shows, concerts, etc. can be received in dynamic stereo sound.  
SAP broadcasts  
Television broadcast can be received with either MAIN or SAP sound.  
MAIN sound: The normal program soundtrack. (Monaural or stereo where available.)  
SAP sound: Second language, supplementary commentaries, etc. (SAP sound is monaural.)  
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If stereo sound is difficult to hear.  
You can obtain clearer sound by manually switching to fixed monaural mode.  
NOTE:  
Once MONO mode is selected, the TV sound remains monaural even if the TV set receives a stereo  
broadcast. You must switch the mode back to STEREO if you want to hear stereo sound again.  
Selecting MTS while in the INPUT mode does not change the type of sound; in this case, sound is  
determined by the video source.  
Closed Caption  
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HOW TO SET CLOSED CAPTION  
Your TV is equipped with an internal Closed Caption decoder. Closed  
Captionis a system which allows you to view conversations, narration,  
and sound effects in TV programs and home videos as subscript on  
your TV screen as shown on the right.  
Not all the programs and videos will offer closed caption. Please look  
for the “  
symbol to ensure that captions will be shown.  
Closed Caption broadcast can be viewed in two modes: CAPTION  
and TEXT. For each mode, two channels are available, CH1 and CH2:  
VOLUME  
(+)/()  
The [CAPTION] mode subscripts dialogues and commentaries of TV  
dramas and news programs while allowing clear view of the picture.  
The [TEXT] mode displays over the picture other various information  
(such as TV program schedule, weather forecast, etc.) that is  
independent of the TV programs.  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
MENU  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to CLOSED  
CAPTION.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to access CLOSED CAPTION setting mode.  
(CLOSED CAPTION setting mode)  
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Closed Caption (Continued)  
4 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to either  
MODEor DATA.  
5 Press VOL (+) or () to change the CLOSED CAPTION setting.  
MODE :  
DATA :  
6 Press MENU to exit.  
NOTE:  
If a broadcast has CLOSED CAPTION and the MUTE button is pressed, the set enters [CAPTION]  
mode automatically. Pressing MUTE again will return the set to its previous condition.  
Closed Caption may malfunction (white blocks, strange characters, etc.) if signal conditions are poor  
or if there are problems at the broadcast source. This does not necessarily indicate a problem with  
your set.  
If any button is pressed to call up the ON SCREEN DISPLAY while viewing a CLOSED CAPTION  
broadcast, the closed captions will disappear momentarily.  
When viewing in TEXT mode, if no TEXT broadcast is being received, for some programs the screen  
may become dark and blank. Should this occur, set the Closed Caption mode to OFF.  
Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation)  
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This function allows you to restrict TV programs and also allows you to control TV usage based on  
FCC data. This function is to prevent your children from watching violence or sexual scenes that may  
be harmful.  
Restriction of TV programs includes two characters that contain information about the programs MPAA  
rating and the TV Parental Guidelines. MPAAis restricted by age. TV Parental Guidelines are restricted  
by age and contents.  
Since a TV program may use either the MPAA rating or the TV Guidelines you should adjust both for  
complete control.  
[1] MPAA RATING  
RATING  
G
GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted.  
PG  
PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for  
children.  
PG-13  
PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED. Some material may be inappropriate for  
children under 13.  
age  
base  
R
RESTRICTED. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.  
NO ONE 17 AND UNDER ADMITTED.  
NC-17  
X
X Rating is an older rating that is unified with NC-17 but may be encoded on  
older movies data.Note:  
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Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation Continued)  
MPAA RATING (Example)  
Example 1.  
PG-13in the age-based RATING is blocked.  
This will automatically block the high ratings R,  
NC-17and Xalso.  
Example 2.  
Rin the age-based RATING is blocked. This  
will automatically block the high ratings NC-  
17and Xalso.  
NOTE:  
MPAA RATING is only age-based ratings.  
[2] TV PARENTAL GUIDELINES  
Content Base  
y
x
D
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S
V
FV  
RATING  
(Sexually  
(Adult  
(Sexual (Violence) (Fantasy  
Suggestive Language) Situation)  
Dialog)  
Violence)  
Age  
TV-Y (All children)  
TV-Y7 (Direct to  
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Older Children)  
Age  
TV-G (General  
Audience)  
Base  
TV-PG (Parental  
Guidance Suggested)  
D
TV-14 (Parents  
Strongly Cautioned)  
TV-MA (Mature  
Audience Only)  
: Content Rating can be set.  
: Content Rating can not be set (not normally broadcast by TV Station).  
TV-PARENTAL GUIDELINES (Example)  
AGE  
D
L
S
V
FV  
TV-Y  
TV-Y7  
TV-G  
TV-PG  
TV-14  
TV-MA  
: VIEW  
: BLOCK  
Example 1.1 : Age-Based setting  
Go through all select ratings and select unblocked (“– – – –”)  
for AGE. This will automatically unblock everything.  
MENU : RETURN  
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Example 1.2 : Age-Based setting  
AGE  
D
L
S
V
FV  
For TV-Gselect BLOCKfor AGE. This will automatically  
block the higher age ratings TV-PG, TV-14, TV-MAand  
TV-G.  
Furthermore, the content ratings D, L, S, V, FVare  
automatically blocked as well for TV-PG, TV-14and TV-  
MAin addition to TV-G.  
TV-Y  
TV-Y7  
TV-G  
TV-PG  
TV-14  
TV-MA  
: VIEW  
: BLOCK  
MENU : RETURN  
AGE  
D
L
S
V
FV  
Example 2.1 : Content-Based setting  
TV-Y  
TV-Y7  
TV-G  
TV-PG  
TV-14  
TV-MA  
: VIEW  
: BLOCK  
For TV-PG, TV-14and TV-MAselect unblocked (“– – – –”)  
for each content rating but leave "AGE" blocked for TV-PG”  
and TV-14only.  
MENU : RETURN  
AGE  
D
L
S
V
FV  
Example 2.2 : Content-Based setting  
TV-Y  
TV-Y7  
TV-G  
TV-PG  
TV-14  
TV-MA  
: VIEW  
: BLOCK  
For TV-PG, select "BLOCK" for only V(Violence).  
This will automatically block the higher ratings TV-14-Vand  
TV-MA-V(TV-14and TV-MAfor Violence content only).  
Please note that with these settings, blocking does NOT  
occur if a program is rated only TV-MA; it must be rated  
TV-MA-Vto be blocked.  
MENU : RETURN  
AGE  
D
L
S
V
FV  
TV-Y  
TV-Y7  
TV-G  
TV-PG  
TV-14  
TV-MA  
: VIEW  
: BLOCK  
Example 3 : Reset an Age-Based setting  
For TV-14, select BLOCKfor "AGE".  
This will again automatically block the content ratings D,  
L, S, V, FVfor TV-MAin addition to TV-14.  
Please note that the lower age rating TV-PGdid not change  
from its previous settings.  
MENU : RETURN  
NOTE:  
Content ratings can be modified but only in the combinations indicated by in the table on  
page 16.  
Changing a lower age-ratings content setting to "BLOCK" automatically changes the same higher  
age-ratings content setting to BLOCKregardless of their previous settings.  
Changing a lower rating's AGEsetting to BLOCKautomatically changes all higher ratings to  
BLOCKregardless of their previous settings.  
Any rating's "AGE" set to unblocked (“– – – –”) must have its content settings individually set.  
[3] ADDITIONAL MODE  
Besides the above MPAA RATINGSand TV PARENTAL GUIDELINES,new ratings systems  
data can be downloaded when they become available. (See page 21.)  
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Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation Continued)  
LHOW TO SET V-CHIP  
REMOTE  
KEYPAD  
VOLUME  
(+)/()  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
MENU  
[1] MPAA RATING  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
T I MER  
V I DEO AD J US T  
AUD I O SE L ECT  
C LOSED CAP T I ON  
PARENT CONTROL  
ENERGY SAVE  
SE T UP  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to PARENT  
CONTROL.  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to access PARENT CONTROL mode, then  
press VOL (+) or () to access V-CHIP select mode.  
(PARENT CONTROL mode)  
4 Press VOL (+) or () to access MPAA RATING.  
MPAA  
T V GU I DE L I NES  
DO  
S T A TUS  
W
N LOAD : OF F  
: OF F  
(V-CHIP select mode)  
5 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to "PG",  
then press VOL (+) or () to select BLOCK. If you set PGto  
BLOCK, PG-13, R, NC-17and Xare automatically blocked.  
6 Repeat pressing MENU to return V-CHIP select mode exit.  
NOTE:  
Example:  
If you set Gto BLOCK, all RATINGS are automatically blocked.  
If you set Xto BLOCK, G, PG, PG-13, Rand NC-17are not blocked.  
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Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation Continued)  
[2] TV GUIDELINES  
1 Repeat steps 1 - 3 of [1] MPAA RATING.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to “TV  
GUIDELINES”.  
3 Press VOL (+) or (–) to access TV GUIDELINES mode.  
AGE  
D
L
S
V
FV  
TV-Y  
TV-Y7  
TV-G  
TV-PG  
TV-14  
TV-MA  
: VIEW  
: BLOCK  
4 To change CONTENT SETTING, press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9)  
to move the “ ” to the desired rating and then press VOL (+)  
or (–) to select.  
MENU : RETURN  
(TV GUIDELINES mode)  
TV-PG  
AGE  
D
L
S
5 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” to the desired  
content and then press VOL (+) or (–) to select either “BLOCK”  
or unblock (“ - - - - ”).  
BLOCK  
— — — —  
— — — —  
— — — —  
— — — —  
BLOCK  
V
FV  
MENU : RETURN  
(CONTENT SETTING mode)  
6 Press MENU to return to TV GUIDES mode.  
AGE  
D
L
S
V
FV  
TV-Y  
TV-Y7  
TV-G  
TV-PG  
TV-14  
TV-MA  
: VIEW  
: BLOCK  
7 Repeat steps 4 - 5 until all ratings and their contents are set.  
MENU : RETURN  
8 When done, press MENU to exit.  
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Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation Continued)  
[3] ACTIVATE ON TO TURN ON V-CHIP BLOCK  
1 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to  
STATUS, then press VOL (+) or () to activate the V-CHIP  
BLOCK. (If STATUS is OFF, V-CHIP BLOCK will not be operated.)  
2 Press MENU, then INPUT SECRET No.will be displayed.  
3 Enter the 4-digit SECRET No. using the REMOTE KEYPAD.  
4 Press MENU and SECRET No. is registered.  
L To cancel the V-CHIP BLOCK screen while V-CHIP BLOCK has been activated.  
1 V-CHIP HAS BEEN ACTIVATEDwill be displayed if you watch  
the program with Program Rating data the same as you configured.  
NOTE:  
• “V-CHIP HAS BEEN ACTIVATEDwill not be displayed if STATUS is not configured to ON.  
2 Press MENU, then INPUT SECRET No.will be displayed.  
3 Enter the 4-digit SECRET No. using the REMOTE KEYPAD, then  
V-CHIP BLOCK will temporarily be canceled. If the wrong SECRET  
No. is chosen, SECRET No. IS INCORRECTwill be displayed.  
Input the SECRET No. again in this case.  
NOTE:  
If you change Power from OFF to ON, then V-CHIP BLOCK will be activated ON again.  
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L To change the V-CHIP BLOCK setting. (Secret No. is registered.)  
1 Repeat steps 1 - 3 of [1] MPAA RATING, then INPUT SECRET  
No.will be displayed.  
2 Enter the 4-digit SECRET No. using the REMOTE KEYPAD  
and the V-CHIP select mode will be displayed. Repeat  
configuration of the V-CHIP BLOCK.  
L If you intend to change or have forgotten your Secret No., clear the original Secret No.  
and set up a new one.  
1 Repeat steps 1 - 3 of [1] MPAA RATING, or 1 - 2 of [ L To cancel  
the V-CHIP BLOCK screen while V-CHIP BLOCK has been  
activated ], then INPUT SECRET No.will be displayed.  
2 Press and hold both VOL (+) and CH DOWN (9) on the TV set  
(On the set)  
VOL  
CH  
simultaneously until the message INPUT SECRET No.”  
+
9
8
-
disappears.  
VOL(+) / CH DOWN(  
)
9
3 Press MENU two times to exit.  
[3]-A. Additional mode (DOWNLOAD)  
There will be an additional new rating system. In that case, please set up as follows.  
Subsequently the new rating system will set up automatically.  
1 Repeat steps 1 - 3 of [1] MPAA RATING.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to  
DOWNLOAD.  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to DOWNLOAD : ON.  
4 Repeat pressing MENU to exit.  
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Parent Control (V-CHIP Operation Continued)  
LDOWNLOAD V-CHIP DATA  
REMOTE  
KEYPAD  
VOLUME  
(+)/()  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
MENU  
1 If you watch the program with New Rating System Data,  
DOWNLOAD screen will be displayed.  
(DOWNLOAD screen)  
2 DOWNLOAD screen will disappear, if DOWNLOAD is finished.  
NOTE:  
DOWNLOAD would not be started if you dont watch the program with New Rating System  
Data.  
[3]-B. Additional mode (Example)  
1 Repeat steps 1 - 2 of [3] Additional mode.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to Cdn.  
English Ratings, then press VOL (+) or ().  
(After downloading the rating data)  
3 You can select BLOCKor “– – – – –” (unblock) from each RATING  
C
C8+  
G
PG  
14+  
18+  
: ————  
: BLOCK  
: ————  
: BLOCK  
: ————  
: BLOCK  
mode by pressing CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) and VOL (+) or ().  
I ND I V I DUAL BLOCK  
MENU : RETURN  
(ENGLISH INDIVIDUAL BLOCK mode)  
4 You can select BLOCKor “– – – – –” (unblock) from each RATING  
mode by pressing CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) and VOL (+) or ()  
if you select Cdn. French Ratingsin step 2.  
NOTE:  
(FRENCH INDIVIDUAL BLOCK mode)  
In additional mode  
Including two types (English mode, French mode), altogether you are able to download four  
kinds of mode.  
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Parent Control (VIEW TIMER)  
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VIEW TIMER  
This function allows you to restrict TV viewing time and also allows you to control TV usage.  
This function is to prevent your children from watching too much TV.  
VIEWING TIME (an accumulative timer: counts only the time  
duration acquired while the TV is on.)  
VIEWING TIME can be set from 30M (30 minutes) to 10H00M  
(10 hours) in 30 minutes intervals.  
OFF TIME (Restricts TV watching after the VIEWING TIME reaches  
zero.)  
OFF TIME can be set from 30M (30 minutes) to 10H00M (10 hours)  
in 30 minutes intervals.  
STATUS (ON/OFF setting of VIEW TIMER)  
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How to set VIEW TIMER.  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to PARENT  
CONTROL.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to access PARENT CONTROL mode.  
4 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to VIEW  
TIMER.  
(PARENT CONTROL mode)  
5 Press VOL (+) or () to access VIEW TIMER.  
6 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to select VIEWING TIMEand  
OFF TIME. For each selection, press the VOL (+) or () to set  
the time duration.  
7 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to select STATUS. Press the  
VOL (+) or () to turn ON the VIEWING TIMER. (If STATUS is  
OFF, VIEW TIMER is not operated)  
8 Press MENU. INPUT SECRET No.will be displayed.  
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9 Enter the 4-digit SECRET No. using the REMOTE KEYPAD.  
10Press MENU, and SECRET No. is registered.  
Example:  
To restrict anybody from watching the TV for 5 hours, after  
watching the TV for 2 hours, your settings would look like this:  
They can choose to watch the 2 hours of TV however they wish.  
For example, they could watch 1 hour of TV, turn TV off for 30  
minutes, then turn TV on and watch the remaining 1 hour on the  
VIEWING TIMER.  
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To change the VIEW TIMER settings. (SECRET No. is registered)  
1 Repeat How to set VIEW TIMERsteps and select  
PARENT CONTROL VIEW TIMERduring step  
3. Press VOL (+) or (), and INPUT SECRET No.”  
will be displayed.  
2 Enter the 4-digit SECRET No. using the REMOTE  
KEYPAD, and the VIEW TIMER access screen  
will be displayed. Repeat step 5 - 6.  
NOTE:  
When you choose the correct SECRET No., the VIEW TIMER  
access screen is displayed. If the wrong SECRET No. is chosen,  
SECRET No. IS INCORRECTis displayed. Input the SECRET  
No. again in this case.  
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To cancel the VIEW TIMER (While the TV set is OFF but the  
VIEW TIMER is set)  
1 Turn on TV; a blue screen message TIME OVERwill appear. If  
you do nothing, the TV will turn off in approximately 30 seconds.  
2 Enter the 4-digit SECRET No. using the REMOTE  
KEYPAD. When you choose the correct  
SECRET No., the VIEW TIMER is canceled. If  
the wrong SECRET No. is chosen, SECRET  
No. IS INCORRECTis displayed. Input the  
SECRET No. again in this case.  
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To cancel the VIEW TIMER setting or change the SECRET  
No. (When you forget the SECRET No.)  
1 Repeat How to set VIEW TIMERsteps and  
select PARENT CONTROL VIEW TIMERduring  
step 3. Press VOL (+) or (), and INPUT SECRET  
No.will be displayed.  
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Parent Control (VIEW TIMER Continued)  
(On the set)  
2 Press and hold both VOL (+) and CH DOWN (9) on the TV set  
simultaneously until the VIEW TIMER access screen is displayed.  
Now you can cancel the VIEW TIMER settings or can change the  
SECRET No. while INPUT SECRET No.is displayed.  
VOL  
CH  
+
9
8
-
VOL(+) / CH DOWN(  
)
9
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Notice of Remaining VIEWING TIME  
For every 30 minute interval, the remaining timewill be displayed  
for four seconds. For the last five minutes, the remaining time”  
will be displayed every minute.  
• “0 REMAINwill be displayed for 10 seconds just before the  
VIEWING TIME is completed.  
Energy Save  
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This feature lets you lower the power consumption of your TV  
set which in turn saves you money and minimizes the impact on  
the environment. When this feature is turned on, it reduces the  
brightness of the TV to a level that consumes approximately 20  
percent less energy than when the feature is turned off. The  
reduction in brightness will be less noticeable under low room  
lighting conditions.  
VOLUME  
(+)/()  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
MENU  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to ENERGY  
SAVE.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to access ENERGY SAVE select mode.  
(ENERGY SAVE select mode)  
4 Press VOL (+) or () to select ON.  
5 Press MENU to exit.  
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Set Up  
REMOTE  
KEYPAD  
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EZ SETUP  
By operating the channel presetting functions, you can preset  
your TV to the desired channels for viewing.  
VOLUME  
(+)/(–)  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
MENU  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to “SET  
UP”.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
3 Press VOL (+) or (–) to access SET UP mode, then press  
CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to “CH SETTING”.  
(SET UP mode)  
4 Press VOL (+) or (–) to access CH SETTING mode.  
(CH SETTING mode)  
5 Press VOL (+) or (–) to access EZ SETUP mode.  
(EZ SETUP mode)  
6 Press VOL (+).  
The tuner will automatically search for the  
broadcasting and cable TV channels. (The CH No.  
will automatically increase when it appears.)  
If you want to stop the EZ SETUP process once  
it has started, press VOL (–). Search will be  
canceled.  
To cancel EZ SETUP  
Press VOL (–).  
7 Once EZ SETUP is completed, the lowest channel number  
memorized will be displayed.  
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CHANNEL SETTING  
If EZ SETUP does not memorize all the channels in your region, follow the instructions below  
to manually memorize the channel.  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to  
SET UP.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to access SET UP mode.  
4 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to  
CH SETTING.  
(SET UP mode)  
5 Press VOL (+) or () to access CH SETTING mode.  
(CH SETTING mode)  
(CH SETTING mode)  
6 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to the  
AIR/CABLE, then press VOL (+) or () to access  
AIR/CABLE mode.  
7 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to the  
desired mode.  
(AIR/CABLE mode)  
8 Press MENU to exit.  
NOTE:  
Receivable channels of your TV set are:  
AIR channels: VHF: 2 through 13.  
UHF: 14 through 69.  
CABLE channels: 1 (HRC and IRC mode only)  
2 through 125 (STD, HRC and IRC)  
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Set Up (Continued)  
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Saving broadcast TV channels into memory.  
1.1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU  
screen, then press CH UP (8) or  
DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to SET  
UP.  
1.2 Press VOL (+) or () to access SET UP  
mode, then press CH UP (8) or  
DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to CH  
SETTING.  
(CH SETTING mode)  
1.3 Press VOL (+) or () to access CH  
SETTING mode.  
1.4 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move  
the “ ” mark to CH SEARCH, then press  
VOL (+) or () to access CH SEARCH  
mode.  
(START)  
START  
2.1 Press VOL (+). The tuner will search  
through all available channels in your area  
and add them into the TVs memory.  
STOP  
(STOP)  
2.2 Press VOL (). CH SEARCH will stop at  
the current channel and will not add any  
higher channels.  
(CH SEARCH mode)  
2.3 Press MENU to exit.  
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Adding weak or additional channels or erasing unwanted channels from TV memory.  
1.1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU  
screen, then press CH UP (8) or  
DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to SET  
UP.  
1.2 Press VOL (+) or () to access SET UP  
mode, then press CH UP (8) or  
DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to CH  
SETTING.  
(CH SETTING mode)  
1.3 Press VOL (+) or () to access CH  
SETTING mode, then press CH UP (8) or  
DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to CH  
MEMORY.  
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Set Up (Continued)  
2.1 Press VOL (+) or () to access CH  
MEMORY.  
2.2 Use CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) or REMOTE  
KEYPAD to select each desired channel  
to add or erase.  
or  
2.3 Press VOL (+) to add a channel to the TVs  
memory or press VOL () to erase a  
channel from the TVs memory.  
2.4 Press MENU to exit.  
VOLUME  
(+)/()  
VOL (+)  
To add channel 12 to the  
TV memory  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
MENU  
VOL ()  
To erase channel 12 from  
the TV memory  
(CH MEMORY  
unmemorized channel)  
(CH MEMORY  
memorized channel)  
NOTE:  
If you press VOL (+) again while in the CH SEARCH mode, auto-program will start again, and the  
previously memorized channels will be lost.  
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BLUE SCREEN  
Automatically turns the screen blue if a broadcast signal is not received.  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to  
SET UP.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to access SET UP mode.  
(SET UP mode)  
4 Press VOL (+) or () to access BLUE SCREEN select mode.  
(BLUE SCREEN select mode)  
5 Press VOL (+) or () to select ON.  
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Set Up (Continued)  
6 Press MENU to exit.  
NOTE:  
Poor reception due to weak signals, or too much noise might activate the BLUE SCREEN function  
despite the presence of a broadcast signal. To continue watching TV under these conditions, switch  
the BLUE SCREEN OFF.  
While VCR input mode is selected, the BLUE SCREEN will not be shown on your TV even if the  
BLUE SCREEN is turned on.  
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PERSONAL PREFERENCE  
By setting the PERSONAL PREFERENCE channels in advance,  
you can select your favorite channels easily.  
REMOTE  
KEYPAD  
VOLUME  
(+)/()  
PERSONAL  
PREFERENCE  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
MENU  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to  
SET UP.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to access SETUP mode, then press  
CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to PERSONAL  
PREFERENCE.  
(SETUP mode)  
4 Press VOL (+) or () to select PERSONAL PREFERENCE select  
mode in which you can program four favorite channels, in four  
different categories. (total of 16 channels)  
(PERSONAL PREFERENCE select mode)  
5 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to the  
desired position.  
6 Press REMOTE KEYPAD on the Remote to input the CHANNEL  
Number into the memory.  
Example:  
125 Press 100followed by 2and then 5.  
7 Repeat steps 4 - 6 to input the next CHANNEL Number.  
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8 Press MENU to exit.  
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To select the PERSONAL PREFERENCE channel.  
If the channels are memorized as shown to the right,  
press the Remotes Abutton to select the Channels below.  
VOLUME  
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UNIVERSAL PLUS FUNCTION  
VCR input mode will be selected automatically by pressing VCR  
PLAY button on UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL.  
(+)/()  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
MENU  
1 Press MENU to access MAIN MENU screen.  
2 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to  
SET UP.  
(MAIN MENU screen)  
3 Press VOL (+) or () to access SET UP mode.  
(SET UP mode)  
4 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to move the “ ” mark to  
UNIVERSAL PLUS.  
5 Press VOL (+) or () to access UNIVERSAL PLUS select mode.  
(UNIVERSAL PLUS select mode)  
6 Press CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) to select the CH3, CH4,  
INPUT 1, INPUT 2or OFF.  
Set model to the input in which your VCR is connected.  
If done through RF, select either channel 3 or 4 to match  
the setting of the VCR.  
7 Press MENU to exit.  
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Using the Video and Audio Input Jacks  
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Connecting video equipment for playback of video material.  
• When the television is connected to video equipment as shown below, the material being played  
back on the video equipment can be seen on the television screen.  
Connecting video device equipped with video output terminal.  
CONNECTIONS  
VIDEO EQUIPMENT  
(Front connection  
terminals of TV)  
VIDEO  
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AUDIO  
R
To VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
Camcorder  
To AUDIO OUTPUT (L)  
To AUDIO OUTPUT (R)  
(Rear connection  
terminals of TV)  
To VIDEO  
OUTPUT  
TV Game  
To AUDIO OUTPUT (R)  
To AUDIO OUTPUT (L)  
VCR  
Notes:  
The S-VIDEO INPUT terminals (IN-1) are used to obtain a higher  
quality image by importing image signal separated into color and  
brightness signals.  
The S-VIDEO INPUT terminal is for image signal. Audio signal is to  
be connected to the IN 1 AUDIO terminals (left and right).  
(Rear connection  
terminals of TV)  
To S-VIDEO OUTPUT (When your  
video equipment has an S-VIDEO  
output terminal)  
VCR  
To VIDEO OUTPUT  
To AUDIO OUTPUT (R)  
To AUDIO OUTPUT (L)  
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To watch video material playback.  
Press the Remotes INPUT to select VIDEO INPUT mode to which the video equipment you want to  
playback is connected.  
The external VIDEO INPUT mode will change as follows each  
time the INPUT is pressed.  
INPUT mode can be selected by pressing either the CH UP (8) on the TV remote control when the  
TV is set to the highest channel stored in memory, or by pressing the CH DOWN (9) when it is set to  
the lowest channel.  
NOTE:  
When connecting video or audio equipment to the television, be sure that the power is turned off in  
order to prevent damage to either the television or the equipment being connected.  
The S-VIDEO terminal has priority over a VIDEO terminal (IN-1). When you want to watch pictures  
from video equipment connected to a VIDEO terminal, unplug equipment connected to the  
corresponding S-VIDEO terminal.  
It is the intent of SHARP that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright law and that  
prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.  
For detailed information on the connection and use of auxiliary equipment, refer to the instruction  
manuals of the equipment being used.  
The connection cords can be obtained from your local video store.  
Using the Audio Output Jacks (25N-S180 and 27N-S180 only)  
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These jacks are used for connecting a standard stereo amplifier. Control of STEREO/MONO/  
SAP, VOLUME and MUTE are retained at the TV. These jacks relay the audio signal of all  
programs being displayed on the TV screen.  
(1) Before connecting the  
cord, turn on the TV and  
adjust the VOLUME  
control on the TV for a  
moderate listening level.  
(2) Turn off the TV and  
connect the audio cord to  
theAUDIO LINE OUTPUT  
JACKS on the TV.  
(AUDIO OUTPUT JACKS are located on the rear of the cabinet.)  
CONNECTIONS  
(Rear connection  
terminals of TV)  
(3) Turn the TV set and stereo  
amplifier on.  
(4) If you desire, you can  
turn off the sound to the  
TVs internal speakers by  
SPEAKER mode. See  
page 13 - 14.  
(5) Adjust the VOLUME  
control on the stereo  
amplifier for a moderate  
listening level.  
(6) Control of the audio can be done using the audio controls (STEREO/MONO/SAP, VOLUME, and  
MUTE), from either the remote control, or directly from the TV set.  
NOTE:  
For detailed information on the connection and use of auxiliary equipment, refer to the operation  
manuals of the equipment being used.  
When connecting monaural equipment to the AUDIO INPUT or OUTPUT of this set, use an audio  
connection cord and plug adapter as shown below.  
For optimal sound quality, it is recommended to keep the TVs audio output level high.  
Plug adapter  
To the equipment  
To the TV  
being connected  
Pin plug Pin jack/Mini plug  
Pin plug x 2  
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Operation of Remote Control  
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“ Identifying” Remote VCR and Cable TV  
Converters  
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Universal Remote Control  
With the purchase of your television set you  
also have received the latest innovation in  
remote control technology. With its easy-to-  
use push-button keypad, your Remote can  
control your television set and most infrared  
remote-controlled VCRs and cable TV  
converters as well.  
Your Remote Control has been set at the  
factory to operate your TV and many remote  
control VCRs and Cable Converters. However,  
in some cases an easy one-time set-up step  
may be necessary before the Remote will  
operate accessory VCRs and Cable  
Converters.  
In this set-up step, the Remote locates and  
memorizes the remote control transmitter code  
for the VCR or Cable Converter.  
Once identified, the Remote sends the proper  
remote signals to operate your accessory.  
This identify step will not have to be repeated  
until power to the Remote is interrupted due  
to a battery failure.  
NOTE:  
Depending on the model, year produced,  
brand and type of VCR, some models may  
not be compatible with the remote control.  
Some brands of VCR or Cable TV converter  
Box may not enable channel selection until  
the ENTER is pressed.  
Example:  
When you select channel 24,  
(1) Press REMOTE KEYPAD 2.  
(2) Press REMOTE KEYPAD 4.  
(3) Press ENTER.  
For detailed information on the use of the VCR  
or Cable TV converter Box refer to their  
operating manuals.  
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Using Your Remote Control With a VCR  
Once you make certain the Remote Control  
has identifiedyour remote controlled VCR,  
the Remote Control is ready to operate your  
unit. The various VCR function buttons on the  
Remote Control will not operate your VCR  
if those features are not already found on  
your unit.  
All VCR buttons will operate whether the  
Remote Control is in TV or CATV modes.  
For detailed information on the use of the VCR,  
refer to the operation manual of the VCR.  
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Using Your Remote With Your TV  
After installing the batteries, set the TV-CATV  
on the remote to the TV position. (If you can  
change the channel of the TV by pressing  
CH UP (8) or DOWN (9) on the Remote  
Control, it is in the TV position.)  
VCR POWER  
REMOTE KEYPAD  
Press to turn the VCR on  
and off.  
Use to enter two-digit code  
numbers when identifying your  
VCR.  
POWER  
TV  
VCR  
DISPLAY  
INPUT  
PLAY  
1
4
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Press to playback a tape.  
ENTER  
REWIND  
FF  
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FLASHBACK  
ENTER  
Press to rewind a tape.  
For some VCRs you may  
need to press STOP first,  
then REWIND.  
In Playback mode, hold  
button down to view picture  
moving rapidly in reverse.  
Press to rapidly advance the  
tape. For some VCRs, you may  
need to press STOP first, then  
FF.  
In Playback mode, hold button  
down to view the picture moving  
rapidly in forward direction.  
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A
B
C
D
CH  
CH  
VOL  
VOL  
+
MENU  
MUTE  
CATV  
TV  
PAUSE  
VCR CHANNEL  
Press to temporarily stop  
the tape during playback  
or recording. Press again  
to release Pause.  
UP ( ) / DOWN (  
Press to scan up or down through  
channels on the VCR.  
)
REW  
PLAY  
FF  
VCR CH  
PAUSE STOP  
REC  
RECORD  
STOP  
Press to begin recording.  
Press to stop the tape.  
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Operation of Remote Control (Continued)  
VCR  
POWER  
DISPLAY  
REMOTE  
KEYPAD  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
TV-CATV  
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HOW TO IDENTIFY A VCR  
Some brands have more than one remote  
The remote control may already be set to  
operate your VCR. Try this initial check to see  
if going on to the following identifysection is  
necessary.  
code listed due to changes in the remote  
codes from early to later model years, or due  
to format differences (VHS/BETA). In such  
cases, you may have to try more than one code  
to find the code your VCR accepts.  
(1) Point remote towards VCR and press VCR  
POWER.  
(2) Does the remote turn the VCR ON and OFF?  
If yes, the remote is ready to operate the VCR  
and no further steps are needed.  
NOTE:  
Depending on the model, year produced,  
brand, and type of VCR, some models may  
not be compatible with the remote control.  
If no, continue to the identifysection.  
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To Identify Your VCR – Direct Entry Method.  
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To Identify Your VCR – Search Method.  
Use the following steps and list to quickly find  
the remote control code for your accessory  
VCR.  
First look up your VCRs remote control code  
number before going through the direct code  
entry steps control.  
If this procedure does not identify your  
accessory VCR, use the Search method of  
identification (described in the next section).  
(1) Slide TV-CATV switch on the remote to TV.  
(2) Press POWER on the VCR to ON.  
(3) Stand at least six feet away from the front of  
the VCR.  
Point the remote towards the VCR.  
Hold down DISPLAY and CH UP (8) at the  
same time. KEEP HOLDING THE BUTTONS  
DOWN.  
(4) Watch the Channel Number indicator on the  
VCR, Channel numbers will scan up when the  
VCR has been identified.  
(1) Slide TV-CATV switch to TV.  
(2) Press and hold down DISPLAY and  
CH DOWN (9) on your remote control.  
Then release both buttons.  
Release DISPLAY and CH UP (8) as soon  
as the channel numbers start to scan up.  
The VCRs remote control code number has  
been identified, and the remote is ready to  
operate the VCR.  
(3) Within ten seconds after releasing DISPLAY  
and CH DOWN (9), enter your VCRs two-  
digit remote control code number using  
REMOTE KEYPAD (refer to list).  
The remote control is now ready to send  
commands to your VCR.  
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Operation of Remote Control (Continued)  
REMOTE CONTROL  
CODE NUMBER  
VCR BRAND  
Akai________________ 25, 26, 37  
Audio Dynamics ______ 15, 22, 30  
Broksonic ___________ 32  
TV  
POWER  
DISPLAY  
Canon ______________ 04  
Capehart ____________ 34  
Craig _______________ 10, 31  
Curtis Mathis_________ 04  
REMOTE  
KEYPAD  
Daewoo ____________ 34  
DBX _______________ 15, 22, 30  
Dynatech ___________ 29  
Emerson ____________ 21, 32, 35  
Fisher ______________ 09, 10, 11  
Funai _______________ 28, 29  
GE ________________ 04  
CHANNEL  
UP (8)/  
DOWN (9)  
Goldstar ____________ 24  
TV-CATV  
Hitachi______________ 06  
Instant Replay________ 04  
JC Penney __________ 04, 06, 24, 30  
JVC ________________ 15, 41, 42  
Kenwood ____________ 14, 15  
Lloyds ______________ 29  
Magnavox ___________ 04, 05, 08  
Magnin _____________ 31  
Marantz_____________ 30  
Memorex ____________ 04, 10, 24, 29  
Minolta _____________ 06  
Mitsubishi ___________ 17, 18, 39, 40  
Montgomery Ward ____ 02, 43  
Multitech ____________ 29  
NEC _______________ 15, 22, 30  
Panasonic ___________ 04, 44  
Pentax _____________ 05, 06  
Philco ______________ 04, 05  
Philips ______________ 04, 05, 08  
Quasar _____________ 04  
RCA _______________ 06, 07, 33  
Realistic ____________ 01, 02, 10, 24  
Samsung ___________ 23, 31  
Sanyo ______________ 14, 10  
Scott _______________ 20  
Sears ______________ 06, 11, 24  
Sharp ______________ 01, 02, 03  
Shintom ____________ 36  
Sony _______________ 12, 13, 38  
Sound Design ________ 29  
TIPS ON IDENTIFYING YOUR VCR:  
If your VCR model does not have the CHANNEL  
UP function on its remote control, it cannot be  
identified using the SEARCH method of identifying.  
For such models, please try the DIRECT ENTRY  
method of identifying.  
Be Patient: a minute or two can seem a lot longer  
when youre waiting for something to happen, but  
the code should be identified within two minutes.  
Remember, it is only a one-time set-up.  
Be careful not to let the VCR scan more than five  
channels when the indicator starts to move up.  
If you continue holding down the DISPLAY and  
CH UP (8) after five channel scans, the proper  
remote code can be passed up, and the two minute  
identify cycle will have to be repeated.  
If a channel change does not occur on the VCR  
within two minutes, read the identifying instructions  
again and repeat the steps. Should a channel  
change still not occur the remote will not operate  
with the desired VCR.  
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HOW TO IDENTIFY A CABLE CONVERTER  
To Identify Your Cable Converter – Direct  
Entry Method.  
Sylvania ____________ 04, 05, 08  
Symphonic __________ 29  
Tatung ______________ 15  
Teac _______________ 15, 29  
Teknika _____________ 27, 29  
Thomas_____________ 29  
Use the following steps and list to quickly find  
the remote control code for your cable TV  
converter.  
First look up your converters remote code  
number before going through the direct code  
entry steps below.  
TMK _______________ 21  
Toshiba _____________ 19, 20  
Video Concepts ______ 30  
If this procedure does not identify your  
converter, use the Search method of  
identification (described in the next section).  
Yamaha ____________ 15, 29, 30  
Zenith ______________ 16  
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Operation of Remote Control (Continued)  
(1) Slide TV-CATV switch to CATV.  
REMOTE CONTROL  
CODE NUMBER  
(2) Press and hold down DISPLAY and  
CH DOWN (9) on your remote control.  
Then release both buttons.  
CATV CONVERTER  
BRAND  
Anvision ____________ 07, 08  
Cable Star___________ 07, 08  
Eagle ______________ 08  
Eastern International __ 02  
General Instrument ____ 04, 05, 15, 23, 24, 25,  
30, 36  
Hamlin _____________ 12, 13, 34  
Jerrold ______________ 04, 05, 15, 23, 24, 25,  
30, 36  
(3) Within ten seconds after releasing DISPLAY  
and CH DOWN (9), enter your converters two-  
digit code number using REMOTE KEYPAD  
(refer to list).  
The remote control is now ready to send  
commands to your converter.  
Some brands have more than one remote code  
listed due to changes in the remote codes from  
early to later model years. In such cases, you  
may have to try more than one code to find the  
code your converter accepts.  
Macom _____________ 37  
Magnavox ___________ 07, 08, 19, 25, 28, 29,  
32, 33, 40, 41  
NSC _______________ 09  
Oak ________________ 01, 16, 38  
NOTE:  
Depending on the model, year produced, brand,  
and type of CATV converter, some models may  
not be compatible with the remote control.  
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Oak Sigma __________  
Panasonic ___________ 27, 39  
Philips ______________ 07, 08, 19, 26, 28, 29,  
32, 33, 40, 41  
Pioneer _____________ 18, 20  
Randtek ____________ 07, 08  
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To Identify Your Cable Converter – Search  
Method.  
(1) SlideTV-CATV switch on the remote to CATV.  
(2) Press the POWER button on the cable  
converter to ON.  
(3) Stand at least six feet away from the converter.  
Point the remote towards the converter.  
Hold down the DISPLAY and CH UP (8) at  
the same time. KEEP HOLDING THE  
BUTTONS DOWN.  
27, 43  
RCA _______________  
Regal ______________ 12, 13  
Regency ____________ 02  
03, 22, 42  
Sony _______________ 44  
Sylvania ____________ 11  
Scientific Atlantic______  
06  
Teknika _____________  
Texscan ____________ 11  
Tocom ______________ 17, 21  
(4) Watch the Channel Number indicator on the  
converter.  
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Unika ______________  
Viewstar ____________ 07, 08, 19, 26, 28, 29,  
32, 33, 40, 41  
Channel numbers will scan up when the  
converter has been identified.  
Release the DISPLAY and CH UP (8) as soon  
as the channel numbers start to scan up.  
The converters remote control code number  
has been identified, and the remote is ready to  
operate the converter.  
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Zenith ______________  
NOTE:  
Some satellite receivers can be operated by the  
REMOTE CONTROL. If you have a Satellite  
Receiver, you can use the above method to search  
for available channels.  
TIPS ON IDENTIFYING YOUR CABLE  
CONVERTER:  
Be Patient: a minute or two can seem a lot  
longer when youre waiting for something to  
happen, but the code should be identified  
within two minutes. Remember, it is only a  
one-time set-up.  
Be careful not to let the CATV converter scan  
more than five channels when the indicator  
starts to move up. If you continue holding down  
the DISPLAY and CH UP (8) after five channel  
scans, the proper remote code can be passed  
up, and the two minute identify cycle will have  
to be repeated.  
If a channel change does not occur on the cable  
converter within two minutes, read the  
identifying instructions again and repeat the  
steps. Should a channel change still not occur,  
the remote will not operate with the desired  
converter.  
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Before Calling for Service  
Check these items and see if you can correct trouble with a slight adjustment of the controls.  
QUICK SERVICE  
CHECK LIST  
POSSIBLE REMEDY  
Try a new channel, if OK, then possible  
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station trouble.  
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Is TV plugged in? Power at outlet?  
Is TVs POWER button on?  
Is antenna connected to terminal on the  
back of the set?  
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X
X
X
If outside antenna is being used, check  
for broken wire.  
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Check for local interference or external  
electrical noise.  
X
X
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Turn off with POWER button and then  
turn it on after about a minute.  
X
X
X
X
Adjust COLOR control.  
Adjust PICTURE control.  
X
X
X
Check external Video/Audio products:  
look for loose/broken connection leads.  
(Refer to page 32)  
X
X
X
X
Check batteries of Remote Control.  
Press CATV/TV Select Switch to TV  
position.  
Are audio cables connected firmly?  
Check the volume level.  
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X
Is SPEAKER ON? See page 13.  
Change Closed Caption mode to  
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X
OFF/ Energy Save mode to OFF.  
Unplug the TV and plug it in again after  
two minutes.  
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NOTE:  
When viewing in TEXT mode, if no TEXT broadcast is being received,  
the screen may become dark and blank. Should this occur, set the  
Closed Caption mode to OFF.  
(Dark and Blank Picture)  
Calling for Service  
For location of the nearest SharpAuthorized Servicers, or to obtain product literature accessories, supplies,  
or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP.  
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Antes de llamar al servicio de reparaciones  
Verifique estos items para ver si usted mismo puede solucionar el problema.  
LISTA DE  
COMPROBACIONES  
DE SERVICIO  
RAPIDO  
POSIBLE SOLUCIÓN  
Pruebe con otro canal y si todo está bien,  
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X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
el problema puede ser de la emisora.  
Está conectado el televisor? Llega  
electricidad al tomacorrientes?  
X
X
X
Está conectado el interruptor del televisor?  
Está conectado la antena al terminal del  
panel posterior del televisor?  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Si utiliza una antena exterior, cerciórese  
de que el cable no esté dañado.  
X
X
X
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X
X
Compruebe si hay interferencia local.  
Desconecte el interruptor POWER y  
vuelva a conectarlo después de transcurrir  
un minuto.  
X
X
X
X
X
Ajuste el control de COLOR.  
Ajuste el control de MATIZ.  
X
X
X
Verifique los productos externos de Video/  
Audio, revise si hay gufas de conexiones  
sueltas o rotas.  
X
Compruebe el estado de las pilas del  
mando a distancia.  
X
X
Pulse CATV/TV selector para situarlo  
sobre la posición TV.  
Están bien conectados los cables de  
X
X
sonido? Compruebe el nivel del volumen.  
Está conectado el altavoz?  
Desactive (OFF) el modo CLOSED  
CAPTION / Desactive (OFF) el modo  
Ahorro de Energía (Energy Save).  
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X
Desenchufe el televisor y vuelva a  
enchufarlo despúes de dos minutos.  
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X
X
X
X
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X
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X
NOTA:  
Cuando se ve en modo TEXTO sin recibir emisiones de TEXTO, la pantalla  
puede ponerse en blanco y negro. Si ocurriera ésto, ponga el modo CLOSED  
CAPTION en OFF.  
(Imagen oscura y en blanco)  
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Limited Warranty  
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY  
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product  
(the Product), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and  
agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or  
remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.  
This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excluded item(s) set forth  
below nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced, which has been subjected to improper  
voltage or other misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which has been altered or modified in design or construction.  
In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below and  
provide proof of purchase to the servicer.  
The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers by  
law. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR  
USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW. Some states do  
not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.  
Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than those  
described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described herein on behalf of  
Sharp.  
The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole  
and exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the period of time  
described herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser  
with respect to the Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence,  
strict liability or otherwise. In no event shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in  
the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized  
servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property  
damage. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so that above exclusion  
may not apply to you.  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH  
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.  
Model Specific Section  
Your Product Model Number & Description:  
25N-S100/25N-S180, 25 inch Color Television  
27N-S100/27N-S180, 27 inch 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 90 days labor for 25 inch models; one (1)  
year parts and one (1) year labor for 27, 32, and 36 inch models.  
The warranty period continues for an additional one (1) year, for  
a total of two (2) years, with respect to the picture tube(s) in the  
Product for parts only. Labor and service are not provided free  
of charge for this additional period.  
Additional Item(s) Excluded from  
Warranty Coverage (if any):  
Non-rechargeable batteries.  
Where to Obtain Service:  
From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States.  
To find the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer,  
call Sharp toll free at 1-800-BE-SHARP.  
What to Do to Obtain Service:  
Contact your SharpAuthorized Servicer to obtain in-home service  
for this Product. The Servicer will come to your home and if it is  
necessary to remove the Product, the Servicer will reinstall it.  
Be sure to have Proof of Purchase available.  
TO OBTAINACCESSORY OR PRODUCT INFORMATION, CALL1-800-BE-SHARP OR VISIT www.sharp-usa.com  
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION  
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135  
Printed in U.S.A.  
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