Sharp LC-70LE735X operation manual Connecting a PC, PC control of the TV, IP Control setup

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Connecting a PC

PC control of the TV

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

Use an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type), ETHERNET cable (commercially available) or wireless LAN USB adapter for the connections.

NOTE

This PC control should be used by a person who is accustomed to using PCs.

Communication conditions for IP

LAN

ETHERNET cable

(commercially available)

Connect to the TV with the following settings made for IP on the PC.

IP protocol

TCP/IP

Host IP address

Set the IP address on the TV menu.

Service

None (do not select Telnet or SSH).

TCP port#

Set a port number on the TV menu

(Control port).

 

Set the RS-232C communications settings on the PC to match the TV’s communications conditions. The TV’s communications settings are as follows:

Baud rate

9,600 bps

 

 

Data length

8 bits

 

 

Parity bit

None

 

 

Stop bit

1 bit

 

 

Flow control

None

 

 

Communication procedure

Send the control commands from the PC via the RS- 232C connector.

The TV operates according to the received command and sends a response message to the PC.

Do not send multiple commands at the same time. Wait until the PC receives the OK response before sending the next command.

Make sure to send “A” with the carriage return and confirm that “ERR” returns before operating.

Command format

Eight ASCII codes +CR

C1

C2

 

C3

C4

P1

P2

 

P3

P4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

n

 

 

 

 

o

 

p

Command four digits: Command. The text of four characters.

Parameter four digits: Parameter 0_9, blank, ?, minus

Return code (0DH): ?

When you set your ID and password on the TV menu, you need to enter them as soon as you connect to the TV.

NOTE

The connection will be cut off when there has been no communication for 3 minutes.

View setting

IP Control setup

1Go to “HOME” > “TV Menu” > “Setup” > “View setting” > “Network setup” > “IP Control setup” > select “Change”.

2To use IP Control, select “Enable”.

3Set the device name.

4Set your login ID and password.

5Set the port to use with IP Control.

6Confirm the settings, and press c/dto select “OK” and then press A.

Communication conditions for RS-232C

RS-232C serial control cable (cross type)

(commercially available)

Parameter

Input the parameter values, aligning left, and fill with blank(s) for the remainder (be sure that four values are input for the parameter).

When the input parameter is not within an adjustable range, “ERR” returns (refer to “Response code format”).

0

0

0

0

9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0

0

5

5

 

 

 

 

When “?” is input for some commands, the present setting value responds.

? ? ? ?

Response code format

Normal response

Problem response

 

 

 

 

 

 

(communication error or

 

 

 

 

 

 

incorrect command)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O

K

 

 

 

 

E

R

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Return code (0DH)

Return code (0DH)

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Contents LC-70LE735X Page Dear Sharp customer ContentsAppendix Connecting a PCImportant safety precautions Precautions For Daily UseIntroduction Introduction Precautions when transporting the TVOptional accessories Supplied accessoriesPart name Part number Protection against overturning PreparationAnchoring the TV to the wall or a pillar Fixing the TV to the tableAttaching the stand unit PreparationTV front Insert and tighten the four screws into the fourTV rear view Connecting the TVBundle the cables Connect the antenna cableAngle of the remote control unit Using the remote control unitWhen mounting the TV on the wall Inserting the batteriesTV front/side view Part names and functionsTV rear view Part names and functions Remote control unitQuick guide What is the HOME?Basic operation Regarding the instruction on the manualUse the software keyboard when you need to input text Using software keyboardQuick guide Checking signal strength and channel strength Initial auto installationChecking signal strength Supplying power to the antennaTurning on/off the power-using the remote control unit Turning on/off the power-using the TVWatching TV Daily operationProgramme guide Programme infoSelecting an external video source Switching the analogue audio format Watching TV Switching the digital audio formatTV mode of A2 TV broadcasts Nicam TV broadcastsTeletext Watching TVText language MHEG-5 EPG Initial teletextGenre icon setup Useful settings for using EPGDisplay range setup Basic operation Display the EPG screen Watching TV Selecting a programme using EPGClose the EPG screen Selecting a programmeSearch a programme in a category Display the timer list for TV programmesSearch for a programme by date/time Press a/bto select the desired programme, and then press aCancelling the timer setup Watching TV Timer setup using EPGCancelling using B button on the remote control unit Before connecting Connecting external devicesVideo connections Connecting external devicesHdmi connection Component connectionConnecting an amplifier with digital/ analogue audio inputs Connecting external devices Video connectionAfter connecting Audio connectionsWhat is Aquos LINK? Controlling Hdmi devices using Aquos LinkWhat you can do with Aquos Link Use the following procedure to start recording Use the following procedure to start playbackAquos Link connection Operating an Aquos Link deviceAquos Link menu Connection for using Audio return channelPicture settings Basic adjustmentAV mode Picture adjustmentsAdvanced Basic adjustmentAudio settings Power save settings Auto installation Channel settingsProgramme setup Digital settingSort Basic adjustment Analogue settingErase programme Individual setting-password TV Start-up time settingUseful viewing functions Individual setting-language Individual setting-timeWide mode Optional features settingsSelecting the picture size manually Selecting the WSS picture size automaticallyMode Setting audio inputSkipping specified inputs Input skipHeadphone/Audio out select Input labelSelecting the Hdmi picture size automatically Hdmi auto viewAdditional features Wired installation Connecting to the networkWired connection overview How to connectWireless connection overview Wireless installationNetwork function Optional accessories Wireless LAN USB adapter Specifications Wireless LAN USB adapterScreen for AQUOS.NET is displayed Using AQUOS.NETPress a/b/c/dto select a function, and then press a Displays the AQUOS.NET Top Returns to the previousAbout links Clear browser settingDisclaimers Using a USB device Other useful featuresConnecting a USB device Selecting USB usageTime shift Other useful featuresButtons for time shift operation Press ReadyWithout time shift Display information regarding time shiftWith time shift Channel displayEnable Jump time settingDisable Auto input selection Device checkUSB media/Home network Selecting the mode Common operationUSB media/Home network Other operationButtons for thumbnail operations When using USB media mode Other useful features Photo modeViewing thumbnails Buttons for music mode When using USB media mode Music modeSlide show Selecting the BGM Buttons for slide show BGM select operationButtons for playing mode When using USB media mode Other useful features Video modeViewing a video Control panelSelecting the picture size for video mode DivX setupUSB device compatibility Home network server compatibilityConnecting a PC Connecting a PCDisplaying a PC image on the screen Selecting the picture sizeAdjusting the PC image manually Connecting a PC Adjusting the PC image automaticallyPC compatibility chart Auto syncIP Control setup Connecting a PCPC control of the TV Underscan AV/PC Connecting a PC Command listTroubleshooting-digital broadcasting TroubleshootingProblem Possible solution Problem Error code Possible solutionDownload setup Reset Updating your TV via DVB-TSearching for updates AppendixGetting information Updating your TV via USB/Network Message list Software updateReceiver report IdentificationSoftware licence Information on the software licence for this productSoftware composition TrademarksSpecifications Removing the stand Before setting TV on the wallWall mount audio setup Hanging on the wall About setting the TV angleMounting the TV on a wall Vertical mountingPassword is Dimensional drawingsAN-52AG4