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Dynex DX-32L221A12 User Manual

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  • Page 1 32”/ 40” LCD TV DX-32L221A12/ DX-40L260A12 U S E R G U I D E...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Dynex DX-32L221A12/ DX-40L260A12 32”/ 40” LCD TV Contents CHILD SAFETY ..........1 Important safety instructions .
  • Page 3 Legal notices ..........37 One-year limited warranty - Dynex Televisions ....39...

  • 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-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Important safety instructions Important safety instructions 18 The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus. Warnings Electric shock hazard To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove any cover or expose the device to rain or moisture.
  • Page 7 Important safety instructions DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 controls may result in damage and will often require extensive End of life directives work by a qualified technician to restore your TV to its normal Your TV contains tin-lead solder and a fluorescent lamp containing a operation.

  • Page 8: Installing The Stand Or Wall-Mount Bracket

    2 Secure the stand to the screen with the four provided screws. Model Screw type Screw length DX-32L221A12 Q4 type 25 mm DX-40L260A12 Q4 type 25 mm 4 Attach the wall-mount bracket to your TV using the mounting holes on the back of your TV.

  • Page 9: Tv Components

    TV components DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 TV components Back and Side Package contents • Remote control and batteries (2 AAA) • Stand with screws • Composite video cable • Power cord • Quick Setup Guide Front Item Description Connect headphones to this jack. For more information, see “Connecting headphones”...

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 TV components Item Description Button Description Connect an antenna or cable TV to this jack. Press to display TV status information, such as ANT/CABLE For more information, see “Connecting an the channel number, channel name (if available), INFO antenna or cable TV (no box)” on page 11.

  • Page 11: Making Connections

    Making connections DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Making connections Connection Cable connectors type and jack What connection should I use? Your TV has several connection types for connecting devices to your TV. Digital optical audio (SPDIF) For the best video quality, you should connect a device to the best output available connection.

  • Page 12: Connecting Power

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Making connections Connecting power Connecting a cable or satellite box Many cable or satellite TV boxes have more than one connection type. To connect the power: To get the best video, you should use the best connection type • Connect the AC power cord to the AC connector on the back of available.
  • Page 13 Making connections DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio connection) Using component video (better) To connect a cable or satellite box using component video: Note 1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. A DVI device must be connected to the HDMI 1 jack.
  • Page 14 DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Making connections Using composite video (good) Using coaxial (good) To connect a cable or satellite box using composite video: To connect a cable or satellite box using coaxial: 1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. 1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment.

  • Page 15: Connecting A Dvd Or Blu-Ray Player

    Making connections DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box) Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player To connect an antenna or cable TV (no box): Using HDMI (best) 1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using HDMI: 2 Connect a coaxial cable to the ANT/CABLE IN jack on the back of 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the DVD or...
  • Page 16 DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Making connections Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio Using component video (better) connection) To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using component video: 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the DVD or Note Blu-ray player is turned off.

  • Page 17: Connecting A Vcr

    Making connections DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Using composite video (good) Connecting a VCR To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using composite video: To connect a VCR: 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the DVD or 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the VCR is Blu-ray player is turned off.

  • Page 18: Connecting A Camcorder Or Game Console

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Making connections Connecting a camcorder or game console Connecting a computer Note If your camcorder or game console has an HDMI Some computers have an HDMI jack. You can use an connection, we recommend that you use the HDMI HDMI cable to connect the computer for a better connection to get the best quality possible.

  • Page 19: Connecting Headphones

    Making connections DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Using HDMI Connecting headphones To connect a computer using HDMI: The TV speakers are muted when headphones are attached. 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the Warning computer is turned off. Loud noise can damage your hearing. When using...

  • Page 20: Connecting A Home Theater System With Multiple Devices

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Making connections Using analog audio Connecting a home theater system with multiple devices To connect a basic home theater system using analog audio: 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the home system is turned off.

  • Page 21: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Using the remote control Turning on your TV for the first time Installing remote control batteries The first time you turn on your TV, the Setup Wizard opens. The Setup To install the remote control batteries: Wizard guides you through setting up basic settings including the menu 1 Remove the battery cover.

  • Page 22: Understanding The Basics

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Understanding the basics 9 Press ENTER. The Choose Your Picture Mode screen opens. Understanding the basics Setup Wizard Turning your TV on or off Choose Your Picture Mode To turn your TV on or off: 1 Make sure that the power cord is connected to a power outlet.

  • Page 23: Navigating The Menus

    Understanding the basics DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 AUDIO menu (TV mode) Navigating the menus Press MENU to open the on-screen menu. PICTURE AUDIO SETTINGS CHANNELS Sound Mode Standard Treble Press the right or left arrow to move the cursor on the screen or to adjust a Bass selected item.

  • Page 24: Viewing Channel Information

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Adjusting the picture Viewing channel information • Color—Adjusts the color intensity of the picture. A low setting may make the color look faded. A high setting may To view channel information: make the color look artificial. • Press INFO to view an information banner. The information •...

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Computer Image

    Adjusting the sound DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 • Reset Picture Settings—Resets all picture settings to Adjusting the sound factory mode. 3 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press EXIT to Adjusting sound settings close the menu. To adjust sound settings: Adjusting the computer image 1 Press MENU.

  • Page 26: Playing Tv Audio Only

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Changing channel settings Playing TV audio only To automatically scan for channels: 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. You can turn off the picture on your TV and listen to the program audio only. To play TV audio only:...

  • Page 27: Hiding Channels

    Changing channel settings DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Hiding channels Setting up a favorite channel list You can hide channels in the channel list. When you press CH+ or CH-, You can create a favorite channel list so you can quickly browse through your TV skips the hidden channels. You can still tune to a hidden your favorite channels by pressing FAVORITE, then selecting a channel channel by pressing the number buttons for the channel.

  • Page 28: Viewing A Favorite Channel

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Setting parental controls Viewing a favorite channel Checking the digital signal strength To view a favorite channel: You can check the digital signal strength to determine if you need to 1 Press FAVORITE. The favorite channel list opens. adjust your antenna or digital cable input. The higher the signal strength, the less likely you are to experience picture degradation.

  • Page 29: Locking Control Buttons

    Setting parental controls DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 2 Press or to highlight SETTINGS, then press . The SETTINGS Locking control buttons menu opens with Parental Controls highlighted. When the button lock is turned On, the buttons on the side of your TV are locked and you can only operate your TV using the remote control.

  • Page 30: Setting Parental Control Levels

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Setting parental controls Setting parental control levels USA Parental Locks You can set parental controls for the U.S. and Canada. The following task shows how to set controls for U.S. TV ratings. You use PICTURE AUDIO SETTINGS CHANNELS similar steps for setting U.S. movie and Canadian TV ratings.

  • Page 31: Downloading Rating Information

    Setting parental controls DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 2 Press or to highlight SETTINGS, then press . The SETTINGS U.S. movie (MPAA) ratings menu opens with Parental Controls highlighted. None Movie not rated General audiences Parental guidance PICTURE AUDIO SETTINGS CHANNELS suggested Parental Controls...

  • Page 32: Using Closed Captioning

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Using closed captioning Using closed captioning Selecting the analog closed captioning mode Turning closed captioning on or off To select the analog closed captioning mode: 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. To turn closed captioning on or off: 1 Press MENU.

  • Page 33: Customizing Digital Closed Captioning Styles

    Using closed captioning DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 5 Press or to select an analog caption setting. You can select: 4 Press or to highlight Caption Control, then press ENTER. The SETTINGS-Closed Caption menu opens. • CC1 through CC4—Closed captioning appears in a small banner across the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 34: Adjusting Time Settings

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Adjusting time settings Adjusting time settings 5 Press or to highlight Mode, then press or to select Manual (to set the date and time manually), or Auto (the date and time are automatically set by the TV signal source, based on Setting the clock the time zone you select).

  • Page 35: Adjusting Menu Settings

    Adjusting menu settings DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 4 Press or to highlight Sleep Timer, then press or to Labeling an input source select the amount of time before your TV turns off automatically. To label an input source: To turn off the sleep timer, select Off.

  • Page 36: Restoring Settings To The Defaults

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Maintaining 5 Press or to highlight a character, then press ENTER. Maintaining Repeat this step to enter additional characters. You can enter as many as 11 characters. If you need to delete a character, then • Do not use your TV in areas that are too hot or too cold, because press and if you want to enter a space, select the blank.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Troubleshooting Problem Solution • Try another channel. The station may be Warning experiencing problems. • Adjust the color saturation. See “Adjusting the TV Do not try to repair your TV yourself. Contact authorized service personnel. picture” on page 20.

  • Page 38: Remote Control

    DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Troubleshooting General Problem Solution • Increase the volume. Problem Solution • Make sure that the sound is not muted. • Make sure that the correct audio mode is selected. • Make sure that the power cord is correctly connected •...
  • Page 39 Troubleshooting DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Warranty Suggested scan Suggested scan rates: rates: 720 × 400/70Hz, DX-32L221A12 DX-40L260A12 720 × 400/70Hz, 640 × 480/60Hz, Parts: 1 year Parts: 1 year 640 × 480/60Hz, 640 × 480/72Hz, 640 × 480/72Hz, 640 × 480/75Hz, Labor: 1 year Labor: 1 year 640 ×...

  • Page 40: Programming Universal Remote Controls

    10171, 11204, 11326, 11517, 11641, Comcast 11780, 11892, 11963, 12002 remote control 1326, 1463 You can operate your Dynex TV with a new or existing universal remote control. 10171, 11204, 11326, 11517, 11564, DirectTV To program a different universal remote control: 11641, 11963, 12002 1 See the table below for common codes.

  • Page 41: 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 date of the...
  • Page 42 DX-32L221A12/DX-40L260A12 Legal notices...

  • Page 43: One-Year Limited Warranty - Dynex Televisions

    Products and parts replaced under this warranty become the property countries. All other products and brand names are trademarks of their respective of Dynex and are not returned to you. If service of Products or parts are required after owners.
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