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Important Information

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER.

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead

symbol, within an equilateral triangle,

is intended to alert the user to the

presence of uninsulated “dangerous

voltage” within the product’s enclo-

sure that may be of sufficient

magnitude to constitute a risk of

electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within a

triangle is intended to alert the user

to the presence of important operat-

ing and maintenance (servicing)

instructions in the literature accom-

panying the product.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant

to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to

radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by

one or more of the following measures:

• Relocate or adjust the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

U.S.A. ONLY

WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not

expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

U.S.A. ONLY

CAUTION: Use the supplied AC cord as it is.

Do not remove the core part from the AC cord, and do not change

the way of winding cables around the core part.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type

recommended by the manufacturer.

Dispose of used batteries according

to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Summary of content (45 pages)

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Important Information WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
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ENGLISH ENGLISH OPERATION MANUAL Contents Page Safety Precautions ........................................................ 2 General Information ...................................................... 4 Supplied Accessories ............................................... 4 Optional Accessories ............................................... 4 Names of Parts .......................................................... 5 Example of Application ............................................ 8 Preparation .......
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Dear SHARP Customer Thank you for your purchase of a SHARP LCD product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Safety Precautions carefully before using this product. Safety Precautions Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety.
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General Information Preparation 16. Repair—If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and request a qualified service person to perform repairs. a.When the power cord or plug is damaged. b.When a liquid was spilled on the product or when objects have fallen into the product. c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water. d.When the product does not operate properly as described in the operating instructions.
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General Information Supplied Accessories Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product. Operation Manual (×1) Remote Control (×1) Cable Clamp (×4) UBATU0243GEZZ LHLDW1224CEZZ ENGLISH Size AA Dry Battery (×2) LC-28HM2 POWER FRANÇAIS INPUT 1 LCD AV MONITOR MONITEUR AV À CRISTAUX LIQUIDES AV INPUT 2 COMPONENT 1 2 MUTE OPERATION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI 3 PC VOL MENU ENTER LCD MONITOR Printed on post-consumer recycled paper. Imprimé sur du papier recyclé.
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Names of Parts Display For details on the use of each control, refer to the page number indicated in the brackets. Top view – VOL + INPUT BRIGHTNESS MAIN POWER INPUT button [p.14] VOL (+)/(–) button [p.15] MAIN POWER switch [p.14] BRIGHTNESS button [p.15] Front view OPTIONAL speaker system Table stand Remote sensor window [p.7] POWER/Standby indicator [p.14] Rear view AC power input terminal [p.9] System cable cover [p.9] Display input terminal [p.
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General Information AVC System Front view AV INPUT 2 S-VIDEO VIDEO L- AUDIO -R 1 2 1 S-VIDEO input terminal (AV INPUT 2) [p.12] 2 VIDEO input terminal (AV INPUT 2) [p.12] 3 AUDIO input terminal (AV INPUT 2) [p.12] 4 HEAD PHONE jack [p.
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General Information Remote Control 1 Infrared transmitter window 1 2 POWER button [p.14] • To switch on the power, press this button. The POWER/Standby indicator lights up green. • To switch off the power, press this button. The POWER/Standby indicator lights up red. POWER 2 INPUT 3 AV INPUT 1 2 COMPONENT 1 2 5 MUTE 3 4 PC 6 VOL 7 8 MENU ENTER 9 0 3 INPUT button [p.14] Use this button to select an input source.
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General Information Example of Application Using Headphones You can use any pair of headphones (9/64" [3.5mm] diameter mini-plug) to listen to the sound. AV INPUT 2 S-VIDEO VIDEO L- AUDIO -R HEAD PHONE AV INPUT 2 S-VIDEO VIDEO L- AUDIO -R AVC SYSTEM POWER Commercially available (9/64" [3.5mm] diameter mini-jack, 16 ohms) Indicator Note • When connecting headphones, the sound from the display speakers is muted. • “ ” indicator appears when a pair of headphones is connected.
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Preparation Connecting the Display and AVC System Use the supplied system cable. Remove the back cover of the display. • Press both of your thumbs upwards against the two tabs on lower side of the cover (✩) and pull down the cover. 2 3 Remove the system cable cover. Preparation 1 1 Insert the system cable connectors into the display input terminal on the display and the output terminal on the AVC system until they click.
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Preparation 4 Mount the back cover of the display and the system cable cover. 1 Insert the four tabs on the upper side of the cover (1) into the grooves on the rear of the display. 2 Press the two tabs on the lower side of the cover (2) into the grooves on the rear of the display until they produce a click sound. 3 Press the two tabs on the lower side of the cover (3) into the grooves on the rear of the display until they produce a click sound. 5 Connect desired external equipment (e.g.
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Preparation Batteries for Remote Control If the remote control fails to operate the display, replace the batteries in the remote control. 1 Open the battery compartment cover. • Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow. 2 Load the supplied AA batteries. • Place the batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (–) indications in the battery compartment. 3 Close the battery compartment cover. • Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow.
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Preparation System Connection (Example) The following diagram shows an example of system connection, on which this Operation Manual is based. Display Optional speaker system (*1) Computer AC Power cord Cable Clamp RO TI N OM DC System cable L Remote Control 15-pin D-sub cable (*2) AC Power cord 12ft.5-39/64" [3.
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Preparation If you connect your audio amplifier or system speakers to the unit, please refer to the system example below.
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Basic Operation Turning on POWER Top view BRIGHTNESS MAIN POWER When the POWER/Standby indicator is “OFF”: Press MAIN POWER on the top panel of the display. If the power cannot be switched on by pressing MAIN POWER, first press MAIN POWER in the “OFF” position, then while keeping INPUT pressed, press MAIN POWER again. When the POWER/Standby indicator lights up “red”: Press POWER on the remote control.
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Basic Operation Adjusting BRIGHTNESS Press BRIGHTNESS and adjust the brightness of the display. INPUT BRIGHTNESS DARK BRIGHT NORMAL Indicator (Example) DARK Basic Operation Sound VOLUME Press VOL (+) to increase sound volume. Press VOL (–) to decrease sound volume. – VOL + INPUT Indicator * No sound is output under the following conditions.
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Basic Operation Adjusting the display’s position The display can be inclined between 10° to the front and 8° to the back. In addition it can be rotated from left to right and vice versa within a range of 20°. 8° 10° 10° 10° Cleaning Make sure to always switch the MAIN POWER button at the top of the display “OFF”, and then remove the AC power cord. If the screen becomes dirty, wipe it off with a damp cloth. Taking care of the screen of your LCD display • Never spray liquid directly on the display.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display Menu List The list below shows all the items you can set and adjust. See the following pages for details on each setup procedure. :Factory setting AV Mode VIEW (p.18) BRIGHT. (p.22) PC Mode SIDE BAR VIEW (p.18) SIDE BAR CINEMA CINEMA WIDE FULL BRIGHT DOT BY DOT BRIGHT. (p.22) NORMAL NORMAL DARK PICTURE (p.23) DARK NORMAL PICTURE (p.23) MOVIE GAME SOUND (p.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display Adjusting the VIEW Settings This menu allows you to select a picture size manually. Details of modes and adjustment items are described on the following pages. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \| to move the cursor to VIEW and then press ENTER. NU BRIGHT VIEW SIDE BAR CINEMA SIDE BAR WIDE POWER INPUT 1 AV INPUT 2 COMPONENT 1 2 MUTE 3 PC 2 VOL MENU Press \| to move the cursor and select the desired mode. Then press ENTER.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display AV mode Mode SIDE BAR The screen shows the regular display (height:width ratio is 4:3). Regular TV display 9:00 9:00 ;; ;; CINEMA WIDE ➜ The screen shows a movie size display for (software-driven) movies. Display with bands at the top and bottom Compressed to the 4:3 format, a video image is shown full size.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display AV mode Mode SIDE BAR Selected item Setting [AUTO] Automatically sets to a suitable picture size “ON” [POSITION] Manually set to a desired position “V” Shifting the picture vertically (–10~+10) “OFF” “H” Shifting the picture horizontally (–30~+30) “RESET” Returning to the factory setting CINEMA WIDE [V-POSI.] Shifting the picture vertically (–30~+30) [H-POSI.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display Note • The screen size is slightly different when receiving 1080i signals and other type of signals. • When the AUTO setting is “ON”, the picture may become larger and smaller, but this is only because the AUTO setting is automatically selecting the most appropriate image for the incoming video signal and does not indicate a malfunction. If it is disturbing, please set the AUTO setting to “OFF” and select the appropriate picture size.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display Adjusting the BRIGHT Settings 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \| to move the cursor to BRIGHT and then press ENTER. VIEW BRIGHT PICTUR BRIGHT BRIGHT NORMAL DARK POWER INPUT 1 AV INPUT 2 COMPONENT 1 2 MUTE 3 PC 2 Press \| to make the adjustment. Then press ENTER. VIEW BRIGHT MENU ENTER LCD MONITOR BRIGHT Maximum brightness Mode NORMAL Brightness 60% ➞ Suitable for viewing in well-lit areas. Saves energy.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display Adjusting the PICTURE Settings This menu allows you to select an appropriate position for contents of the picture or lighting of the place. Details of modes and adjustment items are described on the following pages. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \| to move the cursor to PICTURE and then press ENTER.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display AV mode NORMAL Suitable for viewing a most program material Mode MOVIE Suitable for viewing a movie GAME Suitable for playing a TV game Selected item Setting [CONTRAST] Decrease/Increase contrast (0~+60) [TINT] Toward purple/Toward green (–30~+30) [COLOR] Lower/Higher color intensity (–30~+30) [BRIGHT] Adjusting the black level (–30~+30) [SHARP] Adjusting the sharpness (–30~+30) [RESET] Returning to the factory setting [PRO.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display Adjusting the SOUND Settings This menu allows you to select an appropriate position for contents of the picture. Details of modes and adjustment items are described on the following pages. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \| to move the cursor to SOUND and then press ENTER. PICTURE SOUND OPTION NORMAL NORMAL MOVIE GAME POWER INPUT 1 AV INPUT 2 COMPONENT 1 2 MUTE 3 PC 2 VOL Press \| to move the cursor and select the desired mode.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display AV mode NORMAL Suitable for viewing a most program material Mode MOVIE Suitable for viewing a movie GAME Suitable for playing a TV game Selected item Setting [TREBLE] Decrease/Increase treble level (–30~+30) [BASS] Decrease/Increase bass level (–30~+30) [BALANCE] Adjusts the balance of right and left sound. L30 is from the most left and R30 is from the most right.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display Adjusting the OPTION Settings This menu is for advanced functions. Details of adjustment items are described on the following pages. 1 Press MENU to display the Menu screen. Press \| to move the cursor to OPTION and then press ENTER. SOUND V- 3 OPTION C-SYSTEM DISPLAY RESET POWER INPUT 1 AV INPUT 2 COMPONENT 1 2 MUTE 3 PC 2 VOL Press \| to move the cursor and select the desired mode. Then press ENTER.
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Adjustments to the On-Screen Display AV mode Mode Selected item IMAGE [NORMAL] Normal horizontal picture orientation [MIRROR] Mirror image ➞ To display mirror picture for special uses. WIDEVIEW (See page 38.) [FULL] This mode displays the full screen of the video signal received. (The picture is displayed slightly stretched vertically.) [STRETCH] This mode displays pictures based on the width of the screen. Bands are present at the top and bottom.
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Notes for Connection Connecting a DVD Video Player When connecting a DVD player, always connect it directly to this unit. If the signals is input via a video deck, the picture may not be displayed properly. Connecting a VCR/GAME System (AV-1 and AV-2) When connecting game system: “Shooting games” played with a pistol cannot be used. Connecting AV Equipment (AV INPUT 3/ AV OUT) • You can output the video and audio signals of AV-1/2 from the AV INPUT 3/AV OUT terminal.
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Connecting to a Computer Connection This display can be used as the monitor of personal computer. Check the following system requirements in advance. Display mode Computer (Horizontal dots × Vertical lines) IBM PC(DOS/V, PC/V, PC/AT) and compatible computers Vertical frequency 640×480 800×600 60-85 Hz 1024×768 RS-232C Clock frequency Note Approx.30 MHz VGA Approx.50 MHz SVGA Approx.
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Connecting to a Computer Computer Control of the Display • When a program is set, the display can be controlled from the computer using the RS-232C terminal. The input signal (computer/video) can be selected, the volume can be adjusted and various other adjustments and settings can be made, enabling automatic programmed playing. • Attach an RS-232C cable cross-type (commercially available) to the supplied Din-D/sub RS-232C for the connections.
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Connecting to a Computer Commands If an asterisk (*) appears, enter a value in the range indicated under CONTROL CONTENTS.
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Connecting to a Computer CONTROL ITEM VCPI READ/ WRITE RW WRITE PARAMETER *** CONTRAST (0-+60) VCBR RW *** BRIGHT (–30-+30) VCCO RW *** COLOR (–30-+30) VCTI VCSH RW RW *** *** TINT (–30-+30) SHARP (–30-+30) VCRE W * 0: Displays the setting value on OSD (except PRO. settings) 1: Resets the setting value (except PRO.
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Connecting to a Computer CONTROL ITEM VRBL READ/ WRITE RW WRITE PARAMETER *** BALANCE (–30-+30) VRBA RW *** BASS (–30-+30) VRTE RW *** TREBLE (–30~+30) VRLD VRAR RW W * * 0: LOUDNESS OFF 1: LOUDNESS ON 0: Displays the setting value on OSD 1: Resets the setting value POSITION settings (in the current picture mode) AV mode/ PC mode common INCL RW *** *In the AV mode, the CLOCK cannot be adjusted. INPH RW *** *In the AV mode, the PHASE cannot be adjusted. IAHP RW *** H-POSI.
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Connecting to a Computer CONTROL ITEM COMMAND READ/ WRITE WRITE PARAMETER RDCL RW *** CLOCK RDPH RW *** PHASE RDHP RW *** H-POSI. RDVP RDFR RW W *** * V-POSI.
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Connecting to a Computer Computer Compatibility Chart Horizontal Frequency: 15-68.7 kHz Vertical Frequency: 60-85 Hz Pixel Clock: 12-80 MHz Recommended display signals and personal computer signals are as follows; Resolution 720 × 400 VGA 640 × 480 SVGA 800 × 600 XGA 1,024 × 768 US 36 Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 27.0 31.5 37.9 31.5 34.7 37.9 37.5 43.5 37.9 44.5 48.1 46.9 53.7 56.5 58.
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Reference Picture Sizes In the VIEW mode The AUTO setting of the SIDE BAR mode and the WIDE mode is a function that allows you to enjoy automatic switching to the CINEMA picture when NTSC letter box signal is received. Input signal SIDE BAR CINEMA 9:00 9:00 9:00 Subtitles Subtitles Subtitles Regular video (broadcast) signal Side Bars appear on the left and right. Picture is perfectly round with projections enlarged at the top and bottom.
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Reference In the OPTION mode Depending on the WIDE VIEW setting, the display of the wide mode changes. The display also changes depending on the input video signal. WIDE VIEW Input signal 9:00 STRETCH 9:00 9:00 Subtitles FULL Subtitles Subtitles Regular video (broadcast) signal Picture is stretched horizontally while black bands appear to make the vertical-horizontal ratio 16:9. Picture is stretched over the entire screen.
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Reference Troubleshooting Problem Check item Page • Insert the AC power cord plug securely in AC power outlet. 9 • Make sure the remote control is not in the standby mode (The POWER/Standby indicator is red.) 7 • Turn on the MAIN POWER button on the top of the display. 14 • Make sure the display and the AVC system is securely connected with system cable. 9 • Check the brightness setting of the display. 15, 22 • Lamp may have malfunction.
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Reference Specifications ITEM LCD LC-28HM2 28" WIDE XGA LCD 2,949,120 (1280 dots × 3 RGB × 768 lines) Low reflection coating 400 cd/m2 (at normally white) Left to right 160° Up to down 150° Life of backlight 60,000 hours (at normal mode) VIDEO Multi system capability PAL/PAL-M/PAL-60/NTSC(N358/N443)/SECAM Digital comb filter for PAL/SECAM Yes 3D Y/C separator for NTSC Yes Wide-band chroma IC Yes Gamma correction circuit Yes Line scanning for PAL/SECAM Yes AUDIO Separate speaker system – Recommendable opt
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Reference Dimensional Drawings Display 2-11/32" [59.7 mm] 20-7/16" [519 mm] 17-41/64" [448 mm] 27-13/64" [690.8 mm] POWER 7 10-29/32" [277 mm] /8" [22.2 mm] 4-7/16" [112.
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Reference 14-11/64" [360 mm] AV INPUT 2 S-VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R AVC SYSTEM HEAD PHONE POWER 3-47/64" [95 mm] US 42 10-5/8" [270 mm] 2-1/4" [57 mm] 2-9/16" [65 mm] 10-5/8" [270 mm] AVC System
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Reference Using the Wall Mount Bracket (Option) The wall mount bracket (Model: AN-28AG1) is specially designed for the 28" display. Note • Consult with your dealer and leave the installation up to a specified person at Sharp dealer or authorized service shop. • Make sure that the wall or place where the display is mounted should be made of plywood or real wood of 5/ 8" [15 mm] or over in thickness, otherwise the wall would be necessary a reinforcement work for the safety.
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Calling for Service For location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service, or to obtain product literature, accessories, supplies, or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP.