Dynex DX-24LD230A12 User Manual

Dynex DX-24LD230A12 User Manual

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  • Page 1 24” LCD TV/DVD combo DX-24LD230A12 U S E R G U I D E...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Dynex DX-24LD230A12 24” LCD TV/DVD combo Contents CHILD SAFETY ..........1 Important safety instructions .
  • Page 3 Legal notices ..........42 One-year limited warranty - Dynex Televisions ....43 US and Canada Market .
  • Page 5: Child Safety

    CHILD SAFETY It makes a difference how and where you use your flat panel display As you enjoy your new product, keep these safety tips in mind The issue The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend, and larger TVs are popular purchases.
  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    DX-24LD230A12 Important safety instructions Important safety instructions 16 An apparatus with three-prong, grounding-type plug is a Class I apparatus, which needs to be grounded to prevent possible electric shock. Make CAUTION sure that you connect the Class I apparatus to a grounding-type, three-prong outlet.
  • Page 7: Cautions

    Important safety instructions DX-24LD230A12 Power source Note to CATV system installer Operate your TV/DVD combo only from the type of power Article 820 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure 40 provides guidance for correct grounding.
  • Page 8: Installing The Stand Or Wall-Mount Bracket

    DX-24LD230A12 Installing the stand or wall-mount bracket Installing the stand or Installing a wall-mount bracket wall-mount bracket Warning This apparatus is intended to be supported by a UL Notes Listed wall mount bracket. • If you plan to wall-mount your TV/DVD combo, To attach your TV/DVD combo to a wall-mount bracket: do not install the stand.
  • Page 9: Tv/Dvd Combo Components

    TV/DVD combo components DX-24LD230A12 TV/DVD combo components Back Package contents • AC power cord • Remote control and batteries (2 AAA) • Stand with screws • Component video cable • Audio cable • Quick Setup Guide Front # Item Description AC IN Connect the supplied power cord here.
  • Page 10: Side

    DX-24LD230A12 TV/DVD combo components Side Remote control # Item Description Insert a disc (DVD or CD) into this slot Disc slot to change mode and begin playback. Press to open the on-screen menu. MENU For more information, see “Navigating the menus” on page 20.
  • Page 11: Making Connections

    Making connections DX-24LD230A12 Making connections # Button Description Press to open the Favorites channel list. For What connection should I use? more information, see “Setting up a favorite channel list” on page 25 and “Viewing a favorite Your TV/DVD combo has several connection types for channel”...
  • Page 12: Connecting Power

    DX-24LD230A12 Making connections Connecting power Connection Cable connectors type and jack To connect the power: • Connect the AC power cord to the AC connector on the back of your TV/DVD combo, then plug the other Digital optical end into a power outlet.
  • Page 13 Making connections DX-24LD230A12 Turn on your TV/DVD combo, then turn on the cable Using component video cable (better) or satellite box. To connect a cable or satellite box using component Go through the setup wizard described on page 16. video:...
  • Page 14 DX-24LD230A12 Making connections Using composite video cable (good) Using coaxial cable (good) To connect a cable or satellite box using composite To connect a cable or satellite box using coaxial cable: video: Turn off your TV/DVD combo and all connected Turn off your TV/DVD combo and all connected equipment.
  • Page 15: Connecting An Antenna Or Cable Tv (No Box)

    Making connections DX-24LD230A12 Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no Connecting an HDMI or DVI device box) To connect an HDMI or DVI device: Make sure that your TV/DVD combo’s power cord is To connect an antenna or cable TV (no box): unplugged and the HDMI or DVI device is turned off.
  • Page 16: Connecting A Component Video Device

    DX-24LD230A12 Making connections Connecting a component video device Connecting a composite video device To connect a component video device: To connect a composite video device: Make sure that your TV/DVD combo’s power cord is Make sure that your TV/DVD combo’s power cord is...
  • Page 17: Connecting A Computer

    Making connections DX-24LD230A12 Connecting a computer Using HDMI To connect a computer using HDMI: Make sure that your TV/DVD combo’s power cord is Some computers have an HDMI jack. You can use an unplugged and the computer is turned off.
  • Page 18: Connecting A Usb Flash Drive

    DX-24LD230A12 Making connections Connecting a USB flash drive Connecting headphones To connect a USB flash drive: The TV/DVD combo speakers are muted when headphones are attached. • Make sure the TV/DVD combo is on, then plug a USB flash drive into the USB IN port on the back.
  • Page 19: Connecting A Basic Home Theater System

    Using the remote control DX-24LD230A12 Connecting a basic home theater system Using the remote control Using digital audio Installing remote control batteries To connect a basic home theater system using digital To install the remote control batteries: audio: While pressing the cover release latch on the back of Make sure that your TV/DVD combo’s power cord is...
  • Page 20: Turning On Your Tv/Dvd Combo For The First Time

    DX-24LD230A12 Turning on your TV/DVD combo for the first time Turning on your TV/DVD combo • Time—Press to highlight the hour, minute, or AM/PM, then press to adjust for the first time each item. Press ENTER/ . The Choose Your Picture Mode The first time you turn on your TV/DVD combo, the Setup screen opens.
  • Page 21: Understanding The Basics

    Understanding the basics DX-24LD230A12 Understanding the basics The TV/DVD combo automatically switches to DVD mode. The “Loading” message appears for a few seconds. Turning your TV/DVD combo on or off To turn your TV/DVD combo on or off: Make sure that the power cord is connected to a power outlet.
  • Page 22: Changing Dvd Settings

    • Press ZOOM to zoom in on the photo. • Press ENTER/ repeatedly to rotate the photo Your Dynex TV/DVD combo has a photo browser function 90° clockwise at a time. that allows you to view photos saved to a USB flash drive.
  • Page 23: Viewing Photos In A Slide Show

    Using the on-screen menus DX-24LD230A12 Press to highlight Favorite Photo, then press Customizing the slide show settings ENTER/ To customize the slide show settings: In USB mode, press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Picture menu displayed. Press to highlight Photo. The Photo menu opens.
  • Page 24: Navigating The Menus

    DX-24LD230A12 Using the on-screen menus Picture menu (TV mode) Navigating the menus Press MENU to open the on-screen menu. Press to move the cursor on the screen or to adjust a selected item. Press to select menu options. Audio menu (TV mode)
  • Page 25: Adjusting The Picture

    Adjusting the picture DX-24LD230A12 • Digital channel information—Displays the • Color—Adjusts the color intensity of the picture. channel number, station name, channel label (if A low setting may make the color look faded. A present), broadcast program name, TV rating, high setting may make the color look artificial.
  • Page 26: Setting Power On Vivid Mode

    DX-24LD230A12 Adjusting the picture • Overscan—This feature extends part of the Press EXIT to close the menu. display past the visible area of the screen. The Note resulting picture will “zoom in” on the image If you select Off, the power on picture mode depends center.
  • Page 27: Adjusting The Sound

    Adjusting the sound DX-24LD230A12 Adjusting the sound • Balance—Adjusts the balance between the left and right audio channels. • Auto Volume—Adjusts the volume to keep the Selecting the sound mode or audio volume level consistent when switching channels or when switching from a TV show to a language commercial.
  • Page 28: Changing Channel Settings

    DX-24LD230A12 Changing channel settings Press to highlight Audio Only, then press Press to highlight Air/Cable, then press to select On. to select your signal type. Press EXIT to close the menu. The picture turns off in You can select: approximately 3 to 5 seconds.
  • Page 29: Hiding Channels

    Changing channel settings DX-24LD230A12 Hiding channels Setting up a favorite channel list You can hide channels in the channel list. When you press You can create a favorite channel list to make it easier to CH or CH , your TV/DVD combo skips the hidden tune to your favorite channels.
  • Page 30: Viewing A Favorite Channel

    DX-24LD230A12 Changing channel settings Viewing a favorite channel Press to select the channel you want to label, then press or ENTER/ To view a favorite channel: Press FAV. The Favorites channel list opens. Press ENTER/ again to open the on-screen keyboard.
  • Page 31: Setting Parental Controls

    Setting parental controls DX-24LD230A12 Press to highlight Channel. The Channel The Enter Password screen opens. If you are adding a menu opens. The digital TV signal strength is password, use the number buttons to enter 0000. If indicated by the color bar beside the Channel you are changing a password, enter the old Strength option.
  • Page 32 DX-24LD230A12 Setting parental controls Press to highlight Settings. The Settings U.S. TV ratings (content-based) menu opens. Press or ENTER/ to access the menu. All ratings are blocked Press to highlight Parental Controls, then Fantasy violence press ENTER/ Adult language Sexual situations...
  • Page 33: Blocking Unrated Tv

    Setting parental controls DX-24LD230A12 For the MPAA rating, press to highlight the The Enter Password screen opens. Use the number rating you want to block, then press ENTER/ . That buttons to enter your password. rating and all other higher ratings are blocked. Lock The Parental Controls sub-menu opens.
  • Page 34: Downloading Rating Information

    DX-24LD230A12 Setting parental controls Press to highlight Parental Controls, then The Enter Password screen opens. Use the number press ENTER/ buttons to enter your password. The Parental Controls sub-menu opens. Press to highlight RRT5, then press ENTER/ Open Source Notice Reset to Default The Enter Password screen opens.
  • Page 35: Setting Dvd Locks

    Using closed captioning DX-24LD230A12 Setting DVD locks Press to highlight a DVD rating you want to lock, then press ENTER/ . That rating and all other A DVD is usually encoded with a rating level to indicate higher ratings are locked. Lock icons appear next to the recommended audience age.
  • Page 36: Selecting The Closed Captioning Mode

    DX-24LD230A12 Using closed captioning Press to highlight Closed Caption, then Press to highlight Analog Caption or Digital press ENTER/ Caption, then press to select the closed caption mode you want. Open Source Notice Reset to Default Press to highlight Caption Control, then press to select the closed caption mode.
  • Page 37: Adjusting Time Settings

    Adjusting time settings DX-24LD230A12 Press to highlight Style, then press Press to highlight Time, then press select Custom. ENTER/ Open Source Notice Reset to Default Press to highlight a style, then press Press to highlight Date/Time, then press adjust the style. You can select: ENTER/ •...
  • Page 38: Setting The Sleep Timer

    DX-24LD230A12 Adjusting menu settings Setting the sleep timer Adjusting menu settings You can set the amount of time before your TV/DVD combo automatically turns off. Selecting the menu language and To set the sleep timer with the remote control: transparency •...
  • Page 39: Labeling An Input Source

    Restoring default settings DX-24LD230A12 Labeling an input source Press ENTER/ again to open the on-screen keyboard. Press , , , or to highlight a You can add a label to a video input source to make it character, then press ENTER/ to add the character easier to identify.
  • Page 40: Maintaining

    DX-24LD230A12 Maintaining Press to highlight Reset to Default, then Maintaining press ENTER/ Cleaning Picture Audio Settings Channel Before cleaning the screen, unplug your TV/DVD combo Parental Controls from the power outlet. Time Clean your TV/DVD combo with a soft, dry cloth. If...
  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting DX-24LD230A12 Troubleshooting Problem Solution No color, dark • Try another channel. The station may Warning picture, or color is be experiencing problems. not correct. • Adjust the color saturation. See Do not try to repair your TV/DVD combo yourself.
  • Page 42: Remote Control

    DX-24LD230A12 Troubleshooting Remote control Problem Solution The picture has a • A few bright or dark spots on an LCD Problem Solution few bright or dark screen is normal. It does not affect the spots. operation of this TV/DVD combo.
  • Page 43: Disc Playback

    Troubleshooting DX-24LD230A12 Disc playback Problem Solution One or more • Make sure that the channels are not Problem Solution channels do not blocked. See “Setting parental control display. levels” on page 27. Playback does not • No disc is loaded. Insert your disc into •...
  • Page 44: Specifications

    DX-24LD230A12 Specifications Specifications S-Video PC/VGA 1 (back) Specifications are subject to change without notice. 3.5mm PC audio input 1 (back) 1- HDMI port 1 (back) Warranty 1 (back) Support JPEG and firmware Parts: 1 year upgrade Labor: 1 year Outputs...
  • Page 45: Programming Universal Remote Controls

    One for All 0054 remote control Phillips 0198, 0490 You can operate your Dynex TV/DVD combo with a new or existing universal remote control. To program a different universal remote control: 068, 069, 078, 096, 100, 164, 168, 229, Sony See the table below for common codes.
  • Page 46: Legal Notices

    If you require additional information or you wish to receive the complete corresponding GPL or LGPL licensed source code, please call the Dynex support line at 1-800-305-2204. This source code is available for a period of three (3) years from the...
  • Page 47: One-Year Limited Warranty - Dynex Televisions

    All rights reserved. DYNEX is a trademark of BBY Solutions, Inc. Registered in some of Dynex and are not returned to you. If service of Products or parts are required after countries. All other products and brand names are trademarks of their respective the Warranty Period expires, you must pay all labor and parts charges.
  • Page 48 7601 Penn Ave. South, Richfield, MN 55423 U.S.A. © 2011 BBY Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved. DYNEX is a trademark of BBY Solutions, Inc. Registered in some countries. All other products and brand names are trademarks of their respective owners.

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