Sharp LC-46PX5X operation manual 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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LC-46PX5X Contents Dear Sharp customerContents TrademarksImportant Safety Precautions Precautions when transporting the TVSupplied accessories Using the remote control unit PreparationInserting the batteries Attaching the stand PreparationConfi rm the 10 screws supplied with the TV Short screws g6Setting the TV Bundling the cablesInsert the cable clamp in the hole on the TV as shown TV rear viewConnecting to an antenna Connecting to the AC outletBasic connection Simple operations for watching a TV programmeSetting the TV on the wall About setting the TV angle and height adjustmentRemoving the stand Example Hanging on the wallPart names TV FrontTV/VIDEO button TV Rear Part namesRemote control unit Turning on the power Turning off the powerWatching TV Simple button operations for changing channelsUsing Flashback a on the remote control unit Using MPX on the remote control unitWatching TV Switches to standby Changing the volumeUsing Mute e on the remote control unit Still imageBasic adjustment settings Menu operation buttonsOn-Screen Display TV/AV input mode menu items PC input mode menu itemsBasic adjustment settings List of TV/AV menu items to help you with operationsAuto installation Programme setup If you have already set the password, enter it hereAuto search Press a/b to select Yes, and then pressBasic adjustment settings Manual setting for each channel Fine tuningSearch tuning Colour systemSound system Broadcasting system Skipping channelsBasic adjustment settings Label Erase ProgrammePress a/b to select Label, and then press Erase programme menusAV mode selection OPC Optical Picture Control settingPicture adjustments Adjustments itemsColour temperature S-Hue This is a standard to adjust the colourAdvanced S. Colour Management SystemBasic adjustment settings Film mode Audio adjustment Using Surround on the remote control unitUsing Surround on the menu screen SurroundUseful adjustment settings Password setting for child lock for TV input modeSetting a password Setting a channelUseful adjustment settings Adjustments are stored separately according to input sourceInput Label Image positionWide Screen Signalling WSS WSS signal 43 screen Mode PanoramaPicture aspect ratio Press a/b to select On or Off, and then press EnterWide mode for TV/AV input mode Mode menuManual Selection Auto SelectionWide mode for PC input mode Input Signal Normal FullYou can select the screen size Press Wide or a/ b to select a desired itemLanguage setting for on-screen display Audio Only DNR Digital Noise ReductionInput Select Colour system setting Blue ScreenPower Control Power Control for AV sourcePower Control for PC source PC Setup Input Signal PC input mode onlySelectable Description Items Fine Sync. adjustment PC input mode only Press a/ b to select a specifi c adjustmentPhase Useful features Dual screen functionsDual screen Picture and still imageTeletext language setting Useful featuresTeletext function Select the desired subpage by using c/d Displaying SubtitleYou can display several subtitles as they are transmitted Displaying SubpagesUsing external equipment Connecting a VCRSetting is stored and can be selected Displaying an external equipment imageConnecting a DVD player Connecting a game console or camcorderUsing external equipment DVD playerConnecting a Digital TV STB Set Top Box Digital TV STBConnecting a PC Signal names for 15-pin mini D-sub connectorViewing an image from a PC Displaying an image from a PCTroubleshooting PC compatibility chartProblem Possible Solution Resolution Horizontal VerticalCommunication procedure RS-232C port specificationsAppendix PC Control of the TVCommands Response code formatOptional accessory SpecificationsModel Part name Model numberDimensional drawings Password MemoMemo Cover2PX5X.indd 2007-5-23 Cover2PX5X.indd 2007-5-23 Printed on post-consumer recycled paper