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.
DX-46L260A12 Important safety instructions Important safety instructions 16 An apparatus with three-prong, grounding-type plug is a Class I apparatus. A Class I apparatus needs to be grounded to prevent possible electric shock. CAUTION Make sure that you connect the Class I apparatus to a grounding-type, three-prong outlet.
Important safety instructions DX-46L260A12 Cautions Condensation Moisture will form on the TV if the TV is brought from cool surroundings Damage requiring service into a warm room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly. Unplug this TV from the power outlet and refer servicing to qualified When this happens, the TV's performance may be impaired.
Note DX-46L260A12 M6 type 12 mm 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-46L260A12 (46-inch) 15.75 in. (400 mm) Wall-mount brackets...
TV components DX-46L260A12 TV components Back Package contents Remote control and batteries (2 AAA) Stand with screws Composite video cable Audio cable Power cord Quick Setup Guide Front Item Description Connect the supplied power cord here. AC IN Connect headphones to this jack. For more information, see “Connecting...
DX-46L260A12 TV components Remote control Button Description Press to select the aspect ratio. For more ZOOM information, see “Adjusting the TV picture” on page 18. Press to select the video modes. You can select Vivid, Standard, Energy Savings, Theater, Sports, or Custom. For more PICTURE information, see “Adjusting the TV picture”...
Making connections DX-46L260A12 Making connections Connection type Cable connectors and jack What connection should I use? Your TV has several connection types for connecting devices to your TV. Digital coaxial For the best video quality, you should connect a device to the best audio available connection.
DX-46L260A12 Making connections Connecting a cable or satellite box Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio connection) To connect a cable or satellite box using DVI: Many cable or satellite TV boxes have more than one connection type.
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Making connections DX-46L260A12 Using component video (better) Using composite video (good) To connect a cable or satellite box using component video: To connect a cable or satellite box using composite video: 1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment.
DX-46L260A12 Making connections Using coaxial (good) Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box) To connect a cable or satellite box using coaxial: 1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. To connect an antenna or cable TV (no box): 2 Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack to the 1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment.
Making connections DX-46L260A12 Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires a sound connection) Using HDMI (best) To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using DVI: To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using HDMI: 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the DVD or...
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DX-46L260A12 Making connections Using component video (better) Using composite video (good) To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using component video: To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using composite video: 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 DVD or...
Making connections DX-46L260A12 Connecting a VCR Connecting a camcorder or game console To connect a VCR: Note 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the VCR is If your camcorder or game console has an HDMI turned off.
DX-46L260A12 Making connections Connecting a computer Using HDMI To connect a computer using HDMI: 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the Some computers have an HDMI jack. You can use an computer is turned off.
Using the remote control DX-46L260A12 Connecting headphones Connecting a home theater system with multiple devices The TV speakers are muted when headphones are attached. Blu-ray player/DVD player/VCR Cable or satellite TV box Warning Loud noise can damage your hearing. When using headphones, use the lowest volume setting on your headphones that still lets you hear the sound.
DX-46L260A12 Turning on your TV for the first time 3 Replace the battery cover. 4 Press or to highlight Home Mode or Retail Mode, then press ENTER. The Choose your Tumer Mode screen opens. Cautions • Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat, such as sunshine, heat registers, or fire.
Understanding the basics DX-46L260A12 You can also press a direct input button to select the video input source. TV menu (TV mode) • Press TV to select TV. • Press VIDEO to select AV IN VIDEO. • Press COMP to select COMPONENT IN.
DX-46L260A12 Adjusting the picture Adjusting the volume • Custom—(customized picture). Lets you manually adjust picture settings such as brightness, contrast, and To adjust the volume: sharpness. • Press VOL + or VOL – to increase or decrease the volume. Note •...
Adjusting the sound DX-46L260A12 4 Press or to highlight an option, then press or to adjust • Auto Volume Control—Lets you turn automatic volume the option. You can select: control On or Off. When this option is turned on, it keeps the audio within a preset range, to eliminate large spikes in •...
DX-46L260A12 Changing channel settings • If you are using an antenna for a standard or HD TV signal, 4 Press or to highlight the channel you want to hide, then select Antenna. press ENTER. The check mark disappears. • If your cable is connected to your TV through a tuner box, Notes select Cable/Satellite Box.
Setting parental controls DX-46L260A12 4 Press or to highlight the channel you want to add to the Selecting an audio language favorites list, then press ENTER. A check mark appears next to You can select the default audio language to listen to when watching the channel.
DX-46L260A12 Setting parental controls 2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu Locking control buttons opens. 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.
Setting parental controls DX-46L260A12 Setting parental control levels 5 Press or to highlight Program Block. The Program Block menu opens with Rating Enable highlighted. 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 similar steps for setting U.S.
DX-46L260A12 Setting parental controls 2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu U.S. movie (MPAA) ratings opens. None Movie not rated General audiences Parental guidance Video Audio Setup suggested OSD Language English PG-13 Suitable for children 13 and...
Using closed captioning DX-46L260A12 Blocking unrated TV Using closed captioning Not all TV programs have a rating signal. You can block all unrated Selecting the analog closed captioning programs from displaying on your TV. To block unrated TV: mode 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Picture menu displayed.
DX-46L260A12 Adjusting the aspect ratio Customizing digital closed captioning 5 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, press or to highlight Digital Caption Style, then press ENTER. The Digital styles Caption Style menu opens. To customize digital closed captioning styles: 1 Press MENU.
Adjusting time settings DX-46L260A12 2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu Adjusting time settings opens. Setting the clock To set the clock: Video Audio Setup 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. OSD Language English...
DX-46L260A12 Adjusting menu settings 4 Press or to highlight Time Zone, then press or to 2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu select your time zone setting. You can select: Alaska, Hawaii, opens. Eastern Time, Indiana, Central Time, Mountain Time, Arizona, or Pacific Time.
Maintaining DX-46L260A12 2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu Restoring settings to the defaults opens. When you restore default settings, all the settings you have customized (except the password and parental rating) are reset. To restore settings to the defaults:...
DX-46L260A12 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Solution No color, dark • Try another channel. The station may be Warning picture, or color is experiencing problems. not correct. • Adjust the color saturation. See “Adjusting Do not try to repair your TV yourself. Contact authorized service personnel.
Troubleshooting DX-46L260A12 Remote control Problem Solution Good picture, but no • Increase the volume. Problem Solution sound. • Make sure that the sound is not muted. • Unplug the headphones. Remote control • Make sure that the power cord is correctly •...
DX-46L260A12 Troubleshooting General Problem Solution No power • Make sure that the power cord is correctly connected to your TV and a power outlet. • Unplug the power cord, wait 60 seconds, then plug the cord back in and turn on your TV.
Charter 0463, 1463, 0842, 1326, 167, 415, 424, 450, 456, 461, 507, 523, 567, 577, 586 You can operate your Dynex TV with a new or existing universal remote control. 10171, 11204, 11326, 11463, 11517, Comcast 11641, 11780, 11785, 11892, 11963,...
Legal notices DX-46L260A12 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.
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