Sharp LC-32PX5X, LC-42PX5X, LC-37PX5X RS-232C port specifications, Appendix, PC Control of the TV

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Appendix

RS-232C port specifications

PC Control of the TV

•When a program is set, the TV can be controlled from the PC using the RS-232C terminal.

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.

•Attach an RS-232C cable cross-type (commercially available) to the supplied Din/D-sub RS-232C for the connections.

NOTE

• This operation system should be used by a person who is accustomed to using PCs.

Communication conditions

Set the RS-232C communications settings on the PC to match the communications conditions of the TV. The communications settings of the TV 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.

Command format

Eight ASCII codes e CR

C1

C2

C3

C4

P1

P2

P3

P4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Command 4-digits: Command. The text of four characters.

Parameter 4-digits: Parameter 0 — 9, space, ?

Command 4-digits Parameter 4-digits Return code

Parameter

Input the parameter values, aligning left, and fi ll with space(s) for the remainder. (Be sure that four values are input for the parameter.)

When the input parameter is not correct, “ERR” returns. (Refer to “Response code format”.)

0

0 0 0 9

a 3 0

1 0 0

0 0 5 5

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

?

? ? ? ?

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Contents LC-32PX5X LC-37PX5X LC-42PX5X Page Dear Sharp customer ContentsTrademarks ContentsPrecautions when transporting the TV Important Safety PrecautionsSupplied accessories Preparation Using the remote control unitInserting the batteries Preparation Attaching the standConfi rm the 8 screws supplied with the TV Short screws g4Bundling the cables Setting the TVInsert the cable clamp in the hole on the TV as shown TV rear viewConnecting to the AC outlet Connecting to an antennaBasic connection Simple operations for watching a TV programmeRegarding the angle when mounting the TV on the wall Setting the TV on the wallRemoving the stand Example Hanging on the wallTV Front Part namesTV/VIDEO button Part names TV RearRemote control unit Turning off the power Turning on the powerWatching TV Simple button operations for changing channelsUsing MPX on the remote control unit Using Flashback a on the remote control unitWatching TV Changing the volume Switches to standbyUsing Mute e on the remote control unit Still imageMenu operation buttons Basic adjustment settingsOn-Screen Display PC input mode menu items TV/AV input mode menu itemsBasic adjustment settings List of TV/AV menu items to help you with operationsProgramme setup Auto installationIf you have already set the password, enter it here Auto searchFine tuning Basic adjustment settings Manual setting for each channelSearch tuning Colour systemSkipping channels Sound system Broadcasting systemErase Programme Basic adjustment settings LabelPress a/b to select Label, and then press Erase programme menusOPC Optical Picture Control setting AV mode selectionAdjustments items Picture adjustmentsS-Hue This is a standard to adjust the colour Colour temperatureAdvanced S. Colour Management SystemBasic adjustment settings Film mode Using Surround on the remote control unit Audio adjustmentUsing Surround on the menu screen SurroundPassword setting for child lock for TV input mode Useful adjustment settingsSetting a password Setting a channelAdjustments are stored separately according to input source Useful adjustment settingsInput Label Image positionWSS signal 43 screen Mode Panorama Wide Screen Signalling WSSPicture aspect ratio Press a/b to select On or Off, and then press EnterMode menu Wide mode for TV/AV input modeManual Selection Auto SelectionYou can select the screen size Wide mode for PC input modePress Wide or a/b to select a desired item on the menu Normal FullLanguage setting for on-screen display Audio Only Selecting input signal typeDNR Digital Noise Reduction Input SelectBlue Screen Colour system settingPower Control for AV source Power ControlPower Control for PC source PC Setup Hdmi SetupInput Signal PC input mode only Selectable Description ItemsPress a/ b to select a specifi c adjustment Fine Sync. adjustment PC input mode onlyPhase Dual screen functions Useful featuresDual screen Picture and still imageUseful features Teletext language settingTeletext function Displaying Subtitle Select the desired subpage by using c/dPress to exit the subtitle screen Displaying SubpagesConnecting a VCR Using external equipmentSetting is stored and can be selected Displaying an external equipment imageConnecting a game console or camcorder Connecting a DVD playerUsing external equipment DVD playerHdtv tuner Connecting an Hdtv tunerSignal names for 15-pin mini D-sub connector Connecting a PCViewing an image from a PC Displaying an image from a PCPC compatibility chart TroubleshootingProblem Possible Solution Resolution Horizontal VerticalRS-232C port specifications Communication procedureAppendix PC Control of the TVResponse code format CommandsSpecifications Optional accessoryModel Part name Model numberLC-32PX5X, LC-37PX5X Dimensional drawingsPassword Dimensional drawings LC-42PX5XMemo Page Printed on post-consumer recycled paper

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