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Quick Settings menu allows you to access some options 

quickly. Press 

Q.MENU button on the remote control to view 

quick menu. This menu content may differ depending on the 

model of your TV.

“

”

 Teletext / Mix: Activates video text mode when pressed 

once (if available in your broadcast). Press again to view 

analogue teletext page. Press again to place the teletext 

screen over the programme (mix). Pressing again will quit 

the teletext mode. 

Some, but not all channels send information about the current 
and next programmes. Press the “

” button to view the 

EPG menu. 
You can Record or Set Timer after you have selected a 

programme in EPG menu.

Your TV supports recording of digital broadcasts. To do this 

a USB stroge device should be connected to the TV. The TV 

should be switched off while connecting the storage device. 

Then switch on the TV to enable recording feature.
The connected USB device should have at least 1 GB capacity 

and should have USB 2.0 compatibility. Otherwise an error 

message will be displayed.
If the writing speed of the connected USB disk is not 

sufficient,  recording  may  fail  and  timeshifting  feature  may 

not be available.
The files of the recorded programmes will not be available 

to be played on a computer. You can play the recordings 

only via your TV.
Lip Sync delay may occur during the timeshifting. 
The TV can record programmes up to ten hours.
Recorded programmes are split into 4GB partitions. 
Recordings of HD programmes can occupy bigger size on 

the USB disk depending on the broadcast’s resolution. For 

this reason it is recommended to use USB hard disk drives 

for recording HD programmes.
Do not plug out the USB/HDD during the recording. This may 

harm the connected USB/HDD.
Multipartiton support is available. Maximum two different 

partitions are supported. If the disk have more than two 

partitions, crash may occur.  First partition of the usb disk is 

used for PVR ready features. It also must be formatted as 

primary partition to be used for PVR ready features.
Some stream packets may not be recorded  because of signal 

problems, so sometimes video may freezes during playback. 
Record, Play, Pause, Display (for PlayListDialog) keys could 

not be used when teletext is ON. If a recording starts from 

timer when teletext is ON, teletext is automatically turned 

off. Also teletext usage is disabled when there is ongoing 

recording or playback. 

Press 

  (PAUSE) button while watching a broadcast for 

switching to timeshifting mode. In timeshifting mode, the 

programme is paused and simultaneously recorded to the 

connected USB disk. Press   (PLAY) button again to watch 

the paused programme from the stopped moment. You will 

see the timeshift gap between the real and the timeshifted 

programme in the info bar. 
Press the   (STOP) button to stop timeshift recording and 

return to the live broadcast.
Timeshift cannot be used while in radio mode.
You cannot use the timeshift fast reverse feature before 

advancing the playback with the fast forward option.

Press 

 (RECORD) button to start recording an event 

instantly while watching a programme. You can press 

 

(RECORD) button on the remote control again to record the 

next event on the EPG. In this case, OSD will display the 

programmed events for recording. Press   (STOP) button 

to cancel instant recording. Switching to a different broadcast 

or source; and viewing Media Browser are not available during 

the recording.

Press MENU button. Highlight 

Media Browser and press OK. 

Select 

Recordings Library item and press OK. Recordings 

Library screen will be displayed. Select a recorded item 

from the list (if previously recorded) and press 

OK to view 

Play Options. 
Press   (STOP) button to stop a playback and return to 

Recordings Library.

Select 

Recording Configuration item in the Settings menu 

to configure recording settings. 
Format Disk: You can use Format Disk feature for formatting 

the connected USB disk. 
IMPORTANT: Note that ALL the data stored on the USB disk 

will be lost and then the disk format will be converted to FAT32 

if you activate this feature. If your USB disk malfunctions, you 

can try formatting the USB disk. In most cases formatting the 

USB disk will restore normal operation; however, ALL the data 

stored on the USB disk will be lost in such a case. 

Connectivity feature allows the TV to connect to the home 

network wired or wirelessly. You can use this networking 

system to connect to the Internet Portal or to access photo, 

video  and  audio  files  that  are  stored  on  a  media  server 

connected to the network and play/display them on the TV. 
Wired connection
Connect the TV to the modem/router via a LAN cable (not 

supplied). Select 

Network Type as Wired Device in Network 

Settings menu and press OK to connect.

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Wireless connection
To connect the TV to the home network wirelessly just select 

Network Type as Wireless  Device in Network Settings 

menu and press 

OK button. The TV will search for available 

networks. Select the desired network and press 

OK. The TV 

has a built-in WLAN system and has no need for additional 

devices to connect to a wireless network. 

About Using Connectivity Feature
PC/HDD/Media Player or any other devices that are DLNA 

1.5 compatible should be used with wired connection for 

higher playback quality.
Install Nero Media Home software(supplied) to your PC to 

use it as a media server. 
While using the wireless connection type, consider that the TV 

cannot connect to the networks with hidden SSID.

Your TV’s network settings include wired and wireless 

connection options. If you are connecting the TV via ethernet 

input, select 

Network Type as Wired Device. Select 

Wireless Device option if you are going to connect the TV 

to your network wirelessly. 
After selecting 

Network Type press OK to connect.

You can press 

YELLOW button to scan available networks 

for wireless connection. Afterwards, a list of networks will be 

displayed. Select your network from the list and press 

OK. 

If the selected network is protected with a password, key in 

the correct code. You can also use virtual keyboard to enter 

the password. 
Wait until the IP the address is shown on the screen. This 

means that the connection is now established. 
To disconnect from a network, you should highlight 

Type and press OK.

Network Type: Network type can be selected as Wired or 

Wireless device, in accordance with the active connection 

to the TV set. 
Configuration Status: This section displays the status of 

the connection.
IP Address: If an active connection is available, the IP 

address will be displayed on this section. If you want to 

configure IP address preferences, press GREEN button and 

switch to the advanced mode. 

If your mobile device has WiFi feature, you can connect it to 

your TV via a router, in order to access the content in your 

device. For this, your mobile device must have an appropriate 

sharing software.
Connect your mobile device to the router/modem and then 

activate the sharing software on your mobile device. Then, 

select files that you want to share with your TV.
If the connection is established correctly, you will be able to 

access the shared files from your mobile device via the Media 

Browser of your TV.
Enter the Media Browser menu and the playback device 

selection OSD will be displayed. Select your mobile device 

and press the 

OK button to continue.

If available, you can download a virtual remote controller 

application from the server of your mobile device application 

provider. You can control the TV via your wireless handheld 

device using this application. To do this enable the 

Remote feature from the Settings/Other Settings menu 

by pressing 

Left or Right button. Connect the TV and the 

mobile device to the same network and start the application.
Note: This feature may not be supported on all mobile 

When you connect a device such as a Miracast compatible 

smartphone or tablet to this TV, you can enjoy video and 

audio from the device on the TV’s large screen and speakers.
1.  Switch the TV source to “ Screen Mirroring”.
2.  Enable the Miracast function on the Miracast 

supported device and connect to the TV.

(The TV changes according to the behavior of the device).
Note: This feature can be used only if the mobile device 

The DLNA standard allows you to view and play photos, 

music and videos stored in a DLNA compliant media server 

connected to your home network. 
Install Nero Media Home software (for PC’s or laptops) or 

appropriate sharing software (for other devices)
The DLNA function cannot be used if the server programme 

is not installed onto your PC. Prepare your PC with the 

provided Nero Media Home programme.  Install the propriate 

application onto your mobile device. 

Press 

MENU button. Select Settings and press OK. Highlight 

Media Renderer and set as Enabled.
Connect to a Wired or Wireless Network

See the previous chapters for detailed information. 

Play Shared Files via Media Browser
Select 

Media Browser from the main menu and press OK. 

The Media browser will then be displayed. 
DLNA support is only available in 

Folder mode. To enable 

folder mode, select to the 

Settings tab in the main media 

browser menu and press 

OK. Highlight View Style and set 

as to 

Folder. Press the BACK button to go to upper menu. 

Select the desired media type and press 

OK.

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If sharing configurations are set properly, the device selection 

OSD will be displayed after selecting the desired media type. 

Select media server or network that you want to connect 

and press 

OK.

Subtitle files do not work if you watch videos from your network 

through DLNA.
You can connect only one television with DLNA to the same 

network. If a problem occurs with the DLNA network, please 

switch your television off at the wall socket and back on 

again. Trick mode and jump are not supported with the 

DLNA function.
There may be some PC’s which may not be able to utilize 

the DLNA function due to administrator and security settings 

(such as business PC’s).

SHARP corporation bears no responsibility regarding the 

content and quality of the content provided by the content 

serve provider.

Portal feature adds your TV a feature that allows you to 

connect to a server on the Internet and view the content 

provided by this server over your Internet connection. Portal 

feature allows you to view the music, video, clip or web 

content with defined shortcuts. Whether you can view this 

content without interruption depends on the connection speed 

provided by your internet service provider. 
Press “

” button on the remote to open internet portal page. 

You will see icons of the available applications and services 

on the portal screen. Use the navigaiton buttons on your 

remote to select the desired one. You may view the desired 

content by pressing OK after selecting. Press BACK/RETURN 

button to return back to the previous screen or EXIT to quit 

internet portal mode
Note: Possible application dependent problems may be 

Open Browser function is one of the applications on the portal 

that provides access to internet. Select the internet browser 

logo on the portal page and press 

OK to launch the browser. 

Logos of certain predefined websites will be displayed. You 

can select one of them for quick access or enter the URL-

address of a website in the address bar on the top of the 

screen. To perform searches on the internet enter a keyword 

in the adress dialog box and move the cursor to search icon 

using the navigation buttons on the remote and press 

OK.

Netflix is a provider of on-demand internet streaming media. 

Press the 

NETFLIX button on the remote to launch the 

application.

HbbTV (Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV) is a standard that 

seamlessly combines TV services delivered via broadcast with 

services delivered via broadband and also enables access to 

Internet only services for consumers using connected TV’s 

and set-top boxes. Services delivered through HbbTV include 

traditional broadcast TV channels, catch-up services, video-

on-demand, EPG, interactive advertising, personalisation, 

voting, games, social networking and other multimedia 

applications. 
HbbTV applications are available on channels where they are 

signalled by the broadcaster. The applications are generally 

launched with a small red button icon to notify the user that 

there is an HbbTV application on that channel. The user then 

should press the red button to open the application page. To 

close the application pressing the red button again. It should 

be noted that the operation and control of the applications 

may differ depending on the application.
Note: You can enable or disable this feature from the Other 

This product supports the viewing of 3D content from devices 
such as a High Definition Satellite Receiver or Blu-ray Player 
via HDMI, PC,YPBPR, USB inputs or via an available 
broadcast. You need to wear the supplied 3D Glasses to 

watch contents in 3D.

before using the 3D function. 
•  You may experience discomfort, headaches or dizziness 

while watching 3D images. If you experience such 

symptoms, you should remove 3D glasses and stop 

watching 3D mode.

•  Do not watch in 3D mode for long periods of time. Allow 

yourself occasional rests. During viewing, if you experience 

any discomforts such as eye-strain, headache or nausea; 

take off the 3D glasses and stop watching in 3D mode. 

Consult a doctor if the discomforts persist.

•  It is recommended that an adult should check on children, 

including teenagers because they may be more sensitive 

to the effects of watching 3D. If they experience similar 

discomforts mentioned above, have them stop watching 

in 3D immediately.

•  Do not use the 3D Glasses as sunglasses or general 

eyeglasses.

•  Do not move around while watching in 3D and wearing the 

glasses as your vision is modified and you may run into 

objects which may result in injuries.

•  Use only the supplied 3D glasses.
•  If  you  experience  screen  flickering  when  watching  3D 

images in poor light conditions, you should turn the lamp 

off or dim the light.

•  While wearing headphones do not adjust the volume 

to excessive levels as this may result in temporary  or 

permanent hearing loss.

•  Read these safety instructions carefully to prevent damage 

and ensure your personal safety.

•  Consult an optometrist if you experience any diffictulties 

while watching in 3D with your 3D glasses.

The following people should not use the 3D Mode:
•  Pregnant women, seniors, people with heart conditions, as 

well as people who can get easily nauseous.

•  When watching in 3D be aware of your surroundings. Do 

not watch in an environment with breakable objects nearby. 

•  Do not apply spray cleaners directly onto the surface of the 

3D Glasses.This may result in discoloration and cracks and 

may cause the screen display to peel off.

•  Make sure the cleaning cloth is soft and does not contain 

any foreign material or dust. Using a dirty cloth will damage 

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your 3D glasses.

•  Do not drop or bend the 3D glasses.

•  If  the  receiving  range  is  out  of  the  specified  range,  the 

screen may not be viewable as 3D video.

 

•  When watching 3D images, you should leave a distance of 

at least twice the screen width between you and the screen, 

and you should keep the screen at eye level.

•  Please prevent children under the age of 5 from watching 

3D. It may affect their vision development. 

•  If you or a member of your family has a history of epilepsy 

or seizure, please consult with your doctor before watching 

3D TV. It is possible that some viewers may experience a 

seizure or epilepsy when exposed to certain conditions, 

including flashing lights or images in TV or video games. 

•  Sometimes  certain  symptoms  can  occur  in  unspecified 

conditions even if you do not have any previous history. 

In such a case, if you experience any of the following 

symptoms, immediately stop watching the 3D TV and 

consult a doctor: altered vision, visual or facial instability, 

such as eye or muscle twitching, dizziness or light-

headedness, visual transition or unconscious action, 

convulsion, loss of conscience, confusion or disorientation, 

loss of directional sense, cramps, or nausea. 

•  You can reduce the risk of photosensitization seizure by 

taking the following actions: 

•  While watching the 3D TV, do take frequent breaks. If you 

have vision that is different in each eye, you should watch 

the TV after taking vision correction measures.

•  Some  viewers  may  feel  disoriented  afler  watching  3D. 

Therefore, after you watch 3D, take a moment to regain 
awareness of your surrounding before moving.

•  You must look straight ahead and the TV must be at eye 

level while wearing the 3D glasses. The picture may not 

be visible or may look dark if you do not stay within the 

viewing angle. 

•  You can enjoy viewing 3D images on your TV by wearing 

the supplied 3D Glasses. Note that this TV’s 3D feature 

works only with its specific 3D glasses.

•  Press the “

SOURCE - 

” button and select the 

connected input.

•  You should select suitable 3D Mode before viewing.
•  To view 3D contents or programmes in 3D mode you must 

wear the supplied 3D Glasses. 

Press the 

MENU button on the remote and select the Picture 

icon and press 

OK. Select 3D Settings and press OK to 

display settings menu.
You can use the 

Q.MENU button on the remote for quick 

acces to 

3D Mode and Virtual 3D settings.

You can use these settings to enable and customize 3D 

feature of your TV.
3D Mode
You can customize the 3D mode settings to provide the best 

viewing experience. Select one of these modes to experience 

3D image viewing.

Auto: Automatically switches to 3D mode if 3D information is 

detected from a digital broadcast or a HDMI source.
Side by Side: Displays 3D content which is originally in a 

form of side by side.
Top bottom: Displays 3D content which is originally in a form 

of top and bottom.
Game: When playing 1:1 games on your TV, each player can 

enjoy the game with a full screen using this feature. To do this, 

the game you want to play has to support dualplay. And you 

need to put on the proper Dual Play glasses(sold separately). 
Off: 3D function mode is turned off.
2D Only
If content is 3D but you want to watch it in 2D, you can switch 

to 2D only mode. There are 2 options (LEFT and RIGHT) to 

select which side of the content you want to watch in 2D.
Virtual 3D
Conversion

 from 2D to 3D. You can adjust the field of 

depth to various settings or turn it off.

Left/Right Swap
You can use this setting to shift the phase of the 3D left/

right broadcast.
3D Depth Sense (optional)
This setting enables the control of 3D depth.

Refer to the size / distance guidelines below to experience 

3D in the best possible way. 
Viewing Distance 

42

50

1,5

1,8

It is strongly recommended that the TV is placed at a height 

as same as the eye level of the viewer. In case that is not 

possible, tilt the TV accordingly in its stand or wall mount.