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Dynex DX-24L230A12 User Manual

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  • Page 1 24” /32” /46” LCD TV DX-24L230A12 DX-32L220A12 DX-46L261A12 U S E R G U I D E...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Dynex DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 24”/32”/46” LCD TV Contents CHILD SAFETY ..........1 Important safety instructions .
  • Page 3 Legal notices ..........41 One-year limited warranty - Dynex Televisions ....43 Definitions: .

  • 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-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 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-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Power source Note to CATV system installer Operate your TV only from the type of power source Article 820 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the 40 provides guidance for correct grounding.

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

    The length of the wall-mount screws vary depending on the wall-mount bracket you purchased. See the instructions that came with the wall-mount bracket for screw lengths. DX-24L230A12 (24-inch TV) 3.94 in. (100 mm) Locating grooves Stand M5 x 8 mm screws...

  • Page 9: Tv Components

    TV components DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 DX-32L220A12 (32-inch TV) TV components 7.84 in. (200 mm) Package contents • Remote control and batteries (2 AAA) • Stand with screws • Composite cable • AC power cord • Quick Setup Guide Front Wall mount brackets DX-46L261A12 (46-inch TV) 23.62 in.

  • Page 10: Side

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 TV components Side Back MENU INPUT AC IN AUDIO AUDIO DIGITAL OUTPUT HDMI 1 PC IN COMPONENT IN ANT/ CABLE IN # Item Description Press to open the on-screen menu. For more MENU information, see “Navigating the menus” on page 20.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    TV components DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Remote control # Item Description Connect an HDMI device to this jack. An HDMI cable carries both video POWER INPUT and sound. You do not need to make an audio connection for an HDMI HDMI2 device. For more information, see “Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player”...

  • Page 12: Making Connections

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Making connections Making connections # Button Description VOL+/VOL– Press to increase or decrease the volume. What connection should I use? Press to select the input source. Your TV has several connection types for connecting VIDEO—Press to select the device devices to your TV.

  • Page 13: Connecting Power

    Making connections DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 You can use an HDMI jack to connect a DVI device to your Connecting a cable or satellite box TV. You need to attach an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to the end of the HDMI cable that connects to the DVI device.
  • Page 14 DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Making connections Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio Using component video (better) connection) To connect a cable or satellite box using component video: To connect a cable or satellite box using DVI: Turn off your TV and all connected equipment.
  • Page 15 Making connections DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Using composite video (good) Using coaxial (good) To connect a cable or satellite box using composite To connect a cable or satellite box using coaxial: video: Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. Turn off your TV and all connected equipment.

  • Page 16: Connecting An Antenna Or Cable Tv (No Box)

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Making connections Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player box) To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player: Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged To connect an antenna or cable TV (no box): and the DVD or Blu-ray player is turned off.

  • Page 17: Connecting An Hdmi Or Dvi Device (Best)

    Making connections DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Connecting an HDMI or DVI device (best) Connecting a component video device (better) To connect an HDMI or DVI device: Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged To connect a component video device: and the HDMI or DVI device is turned off.

  • Page 18: Connecting A Composite Video Device (Good)

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Making connections Connecting a composite video device Connecting a VCR (good) To connect a VCR: Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged To connect a composite video device: and the VCR is turned off. Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged Connect a composite cable (provided) to the VIDEO and the composite video device is turned off.

  • Page 19: Connecting A Camcorder Or Game Console

    Making connections DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Connecting a camcorder or game console Connecting a computer To connect a camcorder or game console: Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged Some computers have an HDMI jack. You can use an and the camcorder or game console is turned off.

  • Page 20: Connecting Headphones

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Making connections Using HDMI Connecting headphones To connect a computer using HDMI: The TV speakers are muted when headphones are Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged attached. and the computer is turned off. Connect an HDMI cable (not provided) to an HDMI Loud noise can damage your hearing.

  • Page 21: Connecting A Basic Home Theater System

    Using the remote control DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 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’s power cord is unplugged...

  • Page 22: Turning On Your Tv For The First Time

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Turning on your TV for the first time Turning on your TV for the first Press to highlight Next, then press or , or ENTER, the Choose Your Picture Mode screen opens. If time you want to return to the Choose Your Menu Language screen, press MENU.

  • Page 23: Understanding The Basics

    Understanding the basics DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 • If your TV is connected to a cable or satellite box Picture menu (TV mode) using a component video cable, select Component. • If your TV is connected to a cable or satellite box Picture...

  • Page 24: Navigating The Menus

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Adjusting the picture Navigating the menus Viewing program information To view channel information: M M E E N N U U Press MENU to open the on-screen menu. • Press INFO to view an information banner. The information banner shows the current program information such as channel number, video input source, and resolution.
  • Page 25 Adjusting the picture DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 • Tint—Adjusts the color balance of the picture. • Aspect Ratio—Selects the aspect ratio of the Use this control to make skin tones look more picture. natural. Aspect ratio option Example • Sharpness—Adjusts the color detail of images. If...

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Computer Image

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Adjusting the sound Adjusting the computer image Adjusting the sound To adjust the computer image: Adjusting sound settings Make sure that your TV is in VGA mode. For more information, see “Selecting the video input source” To adjust the sound settings: on page 19.

  • Page 27: Playing Tv Audio Only

    Changing channel settings DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 • MONO–if there is noise or static on weak Changing channel settings stereo broadcasts. • STEREO–for programs broadcast in stereo. Automatically scanning for channels • SAP–to listen to a secondary audio program (if available). When you scan for channels, your TV searches for...

  • Page 28: Hiding Channels

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Changing channel settings Press ENTER Press to highlight Add/Skip Channels, then to start the auto channel scan. press ENTER. The channel list opens. Picture Audio Settings Channels Picture Audio Settings Channels Choose Your TV Source Channel No. Channel Name...

  • Page 29: Viewing A Favorite Channel

    Changing channel settings DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Press to highlight Favorites, then press Press to highlight Channels, then press . ENTER. The Channels-favorites list opens. The Channels menu opens. Picture Audio Settings Channels Picture Audio Settings Channels Antenna Auto Channel Scan Channel No.

  • Page 30: Setting Parental Controls

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Setting parental controls Press to highlight Channels, then press . Press to highlight Settings, then press . The The Channels menu opens. Settings menu opens with Parental Controls highlighted. Picture Audio Settings Channels Picture Audio Settings Channels Antenna Auto Channel Scan...

  • Page 31: Setting Parental Control Levels

    Setting parental controls DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Press the number buttons to enter the old password, Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens. then enter a new password. On the next line, enter the new password again to confirm it. The Parental Controls menu opens again.

  • Page 32: Blocking Unrated Tv

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Setting parental controls Press to highlight US (or Canada to set U.S. movie (MPAA) ratings controls for Canada), then press ENTER. The Ratings screen opens. None Movie not rated General audiences Parental guidance Picture Audio Settings Channels suggested MPAA Ratings...

  • Page 33: Locking Control Buttons

    Setting parental controls DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Press to highlight Settings, then press . The To lock control buttons: Settings menu opens with Parental Controls Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the highlighted. Picture menu displayed. Picture Audio Settings Channels Picture Audio...

  • Page 34: Downloading Rating Information

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Using closed captioning Press to select Yes (to lock the buttons), or No Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit (to unlock the buttons). password. The Parental Controls menu opens. Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press EXIT to close the menu.

  • Page 35: Turning Closed Captioning On Or Off

    Using closed captioning DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Turning closed captioning on or off Selecting the closed captioning mode To turn closed captioning on or off: To select the closed captioning mode: Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Picture menu displayed.

  • Page 36: Customizing Digital Closed Captioning Styles

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Adjusting time settings Customizing digital closed captioning Press to highlight Digital CC Settings, then press ENTER. The Digital CC Settings menu opens styles with Mode highlighted. To customize digital closed captioning styles: Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Picture menu displayed.

  • Page 37: Setting The Sleep Timer

    Adjusting time settings DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Press to highlight Settings, then press . The Setting the sleep timer Settings menu opens. You can set the amount of time before your TV automatically turns off. To set the sleep timer: Picture Audio Settings Channels Press MENU.

  • Page 38: Adjusting Menu Settings

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Adjusting menu settings Adjusting menu settings To label an input source: Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Picture menu displayed. Selecting the menu language To select the on-screen menu language: Picture Audio Settings Channels Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Picture menu displayed.

  • Page 39: Displaying System Information

    Restoring settings to default DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Displaying system information Press to highlight Settings, then press . The Settings menu opens. To display system information: Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Picture menu displayed. Picture Audio Settings Channels Parental Controls...

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Solution No color, dark • Try another channel. The station may picture, or color is be experiencing problems. not correct. • Adjust the color saturation. See Do not try to repair your TV yourself. Contact authorized service personnel.

  • Page 41: Remote Control

    Troubleshooting DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 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. Remote control •...
  • Page 42 DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Troubleshooting Problem Solution One or more • Make sure that the channels are not channels do not blocked. See “Setting parental control display. levels” on page 27. • Make sure that the channels are not hidden. The channel may have been deleted from the channel list.

  • Page 43: Specification

    Specifications are subject to change without notice. Clear-QAM Clear-QAM Clear-QAM Warranty Inputs DX-24L230A12 DX-32L220A12 DX-46L261A12 DX-24L230A12 DX-32L220A12 DX-46L261A12 Parts: 1 year Parts: 1 year Parts: 1 year 1 (side),1 (back) 1 (side),1 (back) 1 (side),1 (back) Labor: 1 year Labor: 1 year...

  • Page 44: Programming Universal Remote Controls

    1963, 0463, 1463, 0842, 1326, Charter 167, 415, 424, 450, 456, 461, You can operate your Dynex TV with a new or existing 507, 523, 567, 577, 586 universal remote control. To program a different universal remote control:...

  • Page 45: Legal Notices

    Legal notices DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Legal notices FCC Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 46 DX-24L230A12/DX-32L220A12/DX-46L261A12 Legal notices...

  • 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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