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- Page 1 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 U SER GUI DE Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents CHILD SAFETY ............. . . 1 Important Safety Instructions . - Page 3 Connecting external speakers or a sound bar ....... . 30 Digital audio .
- Page 4 Legal notices ............. . . 66 One-year limited warranty - Dynex Televisions ....... 67...
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Page 5: Child Safety
CHILD SAFETY PROPER TELEVISION PLACEMENT MATTERS THE CONSUMER ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY CARES Manufacturers, retailers and the rest of the consumer electronics industry are committed to making home entertainment safe and enjoyable. As you enjoy your television, please note that all televisions - new and old- must be supported on proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer's recommendations. -
Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
DX-40D510NA15 Important Safety Instructions 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects CAUTION have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has... -
Page 7: Caution
DX-40D510NA15 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 indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the No. 40 provides guidance for correct grounding. -
Page 8: Introduction
Dynex 40" LED TV Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Dynex product. Your DX-40D510NA15 represents the state of the art in LED TV design and is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance. Installing the stand or wall mount bracket Notes •... - Page 9 Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 2 Secure the stand column to your TV with the four provided M4 × 14 mm screws (the longer ones). Screw type Screw length # of screws 14 mm 3 Find the front of the TV stand, then secure it to the stand column with the four provided ST4 × 12 mm screws (the shorter ones).
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Page 10: Installing The Wall-Mount Bracket
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Installing the wall-mount bracket Warning This TV is intended to be supported by a UL Listed wall mount bracket with suitable weight/load. (See “Miscellaneous” on page 64.) 1 Carefully place your TV face-down on a soft surface to protect the screen from damages and scratches. - Page 11 Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 3 Attach the wall-mount bracket to your TV using the mounting holes on the back of your TV. See the instructions that came with the wall-mount bracket for information about how to correctly hang your TV.
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Page 12: Tv Components
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV TV components Item Description The remote control sensor receives Package contents signals from the remote control. Do Remote control not block. • Remote control and batteries (2 AAA) sensor The power indicator: • TV stand column and screws (7) •... -
Page 13: Side Jacks
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Side jacks Item Description Connect a USB flash drive to this jack to view compatible JPEG picture files. For more information, “Connecting a USB flash drive” on page “Using a USB flash drive” on page 39. -
Page 14: Back
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Back Item Description Connect headphones, an analog speaker system or a sound bar to /AUDIO OUT this jack. For more information, see “Analog audio” on page 31. Connect a digital speaker system or sound bar to this jack to listen to TV... -
Page 15: Remote Control
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Remote control Button Description Press to turn closed captioning on or off. You can select CC On, CC Off, or CC On When Mute. See “Turning closed captioning on or off” on page 52. Press to change how the picture looks on the screen ASPECT (aspect ratio). -
Page 16: What Connection Should I Use
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV What connection should I use? Connection type and Cable connectors jack Your TV has several connection types for connecting devices to your TV. For the best video quality, you should connect a device Coaxial audio to the best available connection. -
Page 17: Connecting A Cable Or Satellite Box
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Connecting a cable or satellite box Many cable or satellite TV boxes have more than one connection type. To get the best video, you should use the best connection type available. For more information, see “What connection should I... -
Page 18: Dvi (Same As Hdmi But Requires An Audio Connection)
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio connection) Notes You must use the HDMI1 (DVI) jack to connect a cable or satellite box using DVI. If you use another HDMI jack, you will not hear sound from the TV speakers. -
Page 19: Component Video (Better)
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Component video (better) Note Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. Cable or satellite box On your TV Audio cable Component Audio cable video cable connector connectors Component video cable Component Analog video jacks... -
Page 20: Av (Composite Video) (Good)
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV AV (composite video) (good) Notes • Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. • The yellow video connector on the AV cable connects to the green VIDEO/Y jack. Cable or satellite box On your TV... -
Page 21: Coaxial (Good)
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Coaxial (good) Side of TV Cable or On your TV satellite box Coaxial cable Coaxial cable connector ANT/CABLE jack 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and all connected equipment is turned off. -
Page 22: Connecting An Antenna Or Cable Tv (No Box)
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box) Side of TV On your TV Antenna or cable TV (no box) Coaxial cable Coaxial cable connector ANT/CABLE jack 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and all connected equipment is turned off. -
Page 23: Connecting A Dvd Or Blu-Ray Player
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player Many DVD or Blu-ray players have more than one connection type. To get the best video, you should use the best connection type available. For more information, see “What connection should I use?”... -
Page 24: Component Video (Better)
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Component video (better) Note Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. DVD or Blu-ray player On your TV Component Audio cable Audio cable video cable connectors connectors Component video cable Component Analog video jacks... -
Page 25: Composite Video (Good)
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Composite video (good) Notes • Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. • The yellow video connector on the AV cable connects to the green VIDEO/Y jack. DVD or Blu-ray player On your TV... -
Page 26: Connecting A Game Console
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Connecting a game console HDMI (best) Game Side of TV console On your TV HDMI cable HDMI cable connector HDMI jack 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the game console is turned off. -
Page 27: Component Video (Better)
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Component video (better) Notes • Your game console may require a special component video cable. See the documentation that came with your game console or check the manufacturer’s Web site. • Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. -
Page 28: Av (Composite Video) (Good)
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV AV (composite video) (good) Notes • Most game consoles come with a special AV (composite video) cable. See the documentation that came with your game console or check the manufacturer’s Web site. • Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. -
Page 29: Connecting A Computer
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Connecting a computer HDMI (best) Side of TV On your TV HDMI cable connector HDMI cable HDMI jack 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the computer is turned off. 2 Connect an HDMI cable (not provided) to one of the HDMI jacks on the side of your TV and to the HDMI OUT jack on the computer. -
Page 30: Dvi (Same As Hdmi But Requires An Audio Connection)
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio connection) Note You must use the HDMI1 (DVI) jack to connect a computer using DVI. If you use another HDMI jack, you will not hear sound from the TV speakers. -
Page 31: Vga (Good)
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 VGA (good) Side of TV On your TV VGA cable Audio cable connector connector Audio cable VGA jack PC/DVI VGA cable AUDIO IN jack 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the computer is turned off. -
Page 32: Connecting A Usb Flash Drive
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Connecting a USB flash drive Side of TV USB flash drive Caution Do not remove the USB flash drive or turn off the TV while using the USB flash drive. You may lose data or damage the USB flash drive. -
Page 33: Connecting Headphones
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Connecting headphones When you connect headphones, audio plays through the headphones and the TV speakers are muted. See “Adjusting sound settings” on page 45. 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. -
Page 34: Connecting External Speakers Or A Sound Bar
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Connecting external speakers or a sound bar Digital audio Digital speaker On your TV system Digital coaxial audio cable Sound bar Digital coaxial audio cable connector Digital coaxial audio jack Back of TV 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the digital speaker system or sound bar is turned off. -
Page 35: Analog Audio
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Analog audio Analog speaker system On your TV Sound bar Audio cable Audio cable connector /AUDIO OUT jack Back of TV 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the analog speaker system or sound bar is turned off. -
Page 36: Connecting A Home Theater System With Multiple Devices
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Connecting a home theater system with multiple devices Blu-ray player or Cable or satellite TV box DVD player AV receiver Game console USB flash drive Antenna or cable TV connected directly to Computer the wall jack The connections you make depend on the video and audio jacks available on your devices. -
Page 37: Connecting Power
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Connecting power • Plug the AC power cord into a power outlet. Notes • Your TV should only be operated from the power source indicated on the label. • Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet when you will not be using your TV for an extended period of time. -
Page 38: Using The Remote Control
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Using the remote control Turning on your TV for the first time Installing remote control batteries 1 While pressing the release latch on the back of the The first time you turn on your TV, the Setup Wizard remote control, lift the battery compartment cover opens. - Page 39 Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 5 If you selected Auto for Style, press A If you are using an antenna for a standard or HD highlight Time Zone, then press to select TV signal, select Antenna. Your TV scans for your time zone.
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Page 40: Understanding The Basics
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Understanding the basics Selecting the video input source 1 Turn on your TV. 2 If you want to use a device connected to a video Turning your TV on or off input (such as a DVD or Blu-ray player), turn on the 1 Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a device. -
Page 41: Using The On-Screen Menus
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Using the on-screen menus Channels menu (TV mode) Notes • Depending on the signal source selected, you may see different options on your screen. The following menus are shown in TV mode. • Menu items that are not selectable are grayed out. -
Page 42: Selecting A Channel
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Selecting a channel Adjusting the volume • Press CH+ or CH– to go to the next or previous • Press VOL+ or VOL– to increase or decrease the channel on the memorized channel list. volume. -
Page 43: Using A Usb Flash Drive
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Using a USB flash drive 3 Press to access the menu. Photos is highlighted. You can connect a USB flash drive to your TV to view compatible JPEG pictures. Notes • The JPEG picture viewer only supports JPEG format images (with “.jpg”... -
Page 44: Viewing Your Favorite Photos
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV 6 To navigate the thumbnail index screen, press: 3 Press to access the menu. Photos is highlighted. • to browse through the files and folders. • ENTER to view a highlighted photo full screen, or open a highlighted folder. -
Page 45: Viewing Photos In A Slideshow
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Viewing photos in a slideshow 4 Press ENTER to access the menu. The photos menu opens. 1 Switch to USB mode (see “Switching to USB mode” on page 39). 2 Press MENU. The USB menu opens. -
Page 46: Customizing Slideshow Settings
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Customizing slideshow settings 5 Press to highlight Settings, then press ENTER. The photos settings menu opens. You can customize the slideshow settings by selecting Repeat, Shuffle, Speed, and Transition settings. 1 Switch to USB mode (see “Switching to USB... -
Page 47: Adjusting The Picture
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Adjusting the picture • Contrast—Adjusts the brightness of the light areas of the picture. • Brightness—Adjusts the brightness of the dark areas of the picture. Adjusting the TV picture • Color—Adjusts the color intensity of the picture. A 1 Press MENU. -
Page 48: Automatically Adjusting The Aspect Ratio
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV • Aspect Ratio—Adjusts how the picture fills the Automatically adjusting the aspect ratio screen. Auto Zoom automatically changes how the picture looks on the screen (aspect ratio) based on the TV Aspect ratio option Example program you are viewing. -
Page 49: Adjusting The Computer Image
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Adjusting the sound Adjusting the computer image When you connect a computer to your TV using the VGA jack, you may need to adjust the computer image Adjusting sound settings to improve the quality. 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. -
Page 50: Playing Tv Audio Only
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Setting parental controls • MTS/SAP—(Analog channels only) Selects the audio mode. You can select: • Mono—Select this option if there is noise or Parental controls let you prevent your children from static on weak stereo broadcasts. -
Page 51: Locking Control Buttons
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit Locking control buttons password. The default password is 0000. You should When the button lock is turned On, the buttons on the change the password to something you can side of your TV are locked, and you can only operate remember. -
Page 52: Setting The System Lock
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV 6 Press to select On (locks the buttons) or Off 5 Press to highlight System Lock. (unlocks the buttons). 6 Press to select On (turns on parental controls) 7 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press or Off (turns off parental controls). -
Page 53: Setting Parental Control Levels
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit U.S. movie (MPAA) ratings password. The parental controls menu opens. None Movie not rated General audiences Parental guidance suggested PG-13 Suitable for children 13 and older... -
Page 54: Downloading Rating Information
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV 3 Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens. Canadian ratings 6 Press to highlight the rating you want to 4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit block, then press ENTER. A lock symbol appears password. -
Page 55: Adjusting Time Settings
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit 3 Press to highlight Time, then press ENTER. password. The parental controls menu opens. The time menu opens. 5 Press to highlight RRT Setting, then press... -
Page 56: Setting The Sleep Timer
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Using closed captioning Setting the sleep timer You can set the amount of time before your TV automatically turns off. Closed captioning displays a text version of the TV 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. -
Page 57: Selecting The Analog Closed Captioning Mode
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Selecting the analog closed captioning mode Selecting the digital closed captioning mode Analog channels usually have one or more closed Digital channels usually have one or more closed captioning modes. The CC1 mode usually displays a text captioning modes. -
Page 58: Customizing Digital Closed Captioning Styles
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Customizing digital closed captioning styles 7 Press to select Mode, then press select Custom. 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. Note 2 Press to highlight Settings, then press . The Settings menu opens. To reset the closed caption styles to their defaults, set Mode to Default. -
Page 59: Labeling An Input Source
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Labeling an input source 5 If you select Custom, press to highlight Custom Label, then press . You can add a label to a video input source to make it easier to identify. These labels are displayed on the INPUT SOURCE list and on the banner that appears when you press INFO. -
Page 60: Hiding Channels
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV 3 Press to highlight Auto Channel Scan, then Hiding channels press ENTER. The Choose Your TV Source screen You can hide channels in the channel list. When you opens. press CH or CH , your TV skips the hidden channels. -
Page 61: Setting Up A Favorite Channel List
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Setting up a favorite channel list Viewing a favorite channel You can create a favorite channel list so you can quickly 1 Press FAV on your remote control. The Favorites browse through your favorite channels by pressing FAV, channel list opens. -
Page 62: Checking The Digital Signal Strength
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Maintaining 5 Press to move to the channel label field. • Do not use your TV in areas that are too hot or too cold, because the cabinet may warp or the screen may malfunction. Your TV works best in temperatures that are comfortable to you. -
Page 63: Troubleshooting
Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Troubleshooting Viewing system information You may need to view system information during troubleshooting. Warning 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. Do not try to repair your TV yourself. 2 Press to highlight Settings, then press Contact authorized service personnel. -
Page 64: Video And Audio
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Video and audio Problem Solution Dark, poor, or no Problem Solution • Try another channel. The station picture (screen is may be experiencing problems. Picture does not lit), but sound is • Change the aspect ratio. An •... - Page 65 Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Problem Solution Problem Solution Only snow (noise) The picture has a • Try another channel. The station • A few bright or dark spots on an appears on the few bright or dark may be experiencing problems.
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Page 66: Remote Control
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV General Problem Solution After images Problem Solution • Do not display a still image, appear. such as a logo, game, or No power. • Make sure that the power cord is computer image, for an plugged into a working outlet. - Page 67 Dynex 40" LED TV DX-40D510NA15 Problem Solution Problem Solution Password is lost. Control buttons • Enter 9999 to access parental • Make sure that the Button Lock do not work. controls, then set a new password. option is set to No. See “Locking...
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Page 68: Specifications
DX-40D510NA15 Dynex 40" LED TV Specifications Outputs Video Specifications are subject to change without notice. Analog audio/Headphone 1 (back) Digital audio 1 (coaxial) (back) Dimensions and weight WiFi 35.9 × 3.0 × 20.9 in. (91.2 × 7.5 × 53.1 cm) -
Page 69: Programming Universal Remote Controls
Universal remote control makes and models One for All 0054 You can operate your Dynex TV with a new or existing universal remote control. Phillips 0198, 0490 1 See the table below for common codes. If you have... -
Page 70: Legal Notices
License. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for If you require additional information please call the Dynex support help. line at 1-800-305-2204. Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. -
Page 71: One-Year Limited Warranty - Dynex Televisions
Products and parts replaced under this warranty THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES, become the property of Dynex and are not returned to you. If service WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THE WARRANTY of Products or parts are required after the Warranty Period expires, you PERIOD. - Page 72 US and Canada Market - (800) 305-2204 DYNEX is a trademark of Best Buy and its affiliated companies. Registered in some countries. Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC 7601 Penn Ave South, Richfield, MN 55423 U.S.A. ©2014 Best Buy. All rights reserved.
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