Dynex 46” LCD TV
DX-46L260A12
USER GUIDE
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Setting parental controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Setting or changing the password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Locking control buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Setting parental control levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Adjusting the aspect ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Adjusting time settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Selecting the menu language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Changing the DPMS setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Restoring settings to the defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Cleaning the TV cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Cleaning the TV screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Video and audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Programming universal remote controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Programming a different universal remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
For additional help and information… . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Common universal remote control codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Legal notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
One-year limited warranty - Dynex Televisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Definitions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
How long does the coverage last? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
What does this warranty cover? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
How to obtain warranty service? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Where is the warranty valid? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
What does the warranty not cover? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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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. However, TVs are not always supported on the proper stands or installed
according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. We and the consumer electronics
industry are committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe.
TVs that are inappropriately placed on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers,
chests, or carts may fall over and cause injury.
Tune into safety
•
•
•
•
•
One size of TV stand does not fit all. Use only a TV stand
rated for the weight of your TV.
Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for
proper use of this product.
Don’t let children climb on or play with entertainment system
furniture and TVs.
Don’t place TVs on furniture that can easily be used as
steps, such as a crate or chest of drawers.
Remember that children can become excited while watching
a program, especially on a “larger-than-life” TV. Make sure
that you place or install the TV where it cannot be pushed,
pulled over, or knocked down.
•
Make sure that you route all cords and cables so that they
cannot be pulled or grabbed by curious children.
Wall mounting
If you decide to wall mount your TV, always remember:
•
One size of wall mount does not fit all. Use only a wall mount rated for the weight of your
TV and that has been recommended by this TV manufacturer, listed in this manual, or
otherwise listed by an independent laboratory as suitable for your TV.
•
•
Follow all instructions supplied by the TV and wall mount manufacturers.
If you have any doubts about your ability to safely wall mount your TV, get help from a
professional installer.
•
Make sure that the wall where you are mounting the TV is
appropriate. Some wall mounts are not designed to be mounted
to walls backed with steel studs or cinder blocks. If you are
unsure, ask a professional installer.
•
TVs can be heavy. At least two people are required for safe wall mount installation.
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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.
Make sure that you connect the Class I apparatus to
a grounding-type, three-prong outlet.
17 Remote control batteries should not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.
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.
Important safety instructions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates that dangerous
voltage constituting a risk of electric
shock is present within your TV. This
label is located on the back of your TV.
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. No user-serviceable parts are
inside. Refer servicing to qualified service technicians.
This symbol indicates that there are
important operating and maintenance
instructions in the literature
accompanying your TV.
Lightning
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with a dry cloth.
For added protection for your device receiver during a lightning storm,
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the power outlet and disconnect any antenna or cable
system. This helps prevent property damage and personal injury from
lightning and power line surges.
Power lines
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
Handling the LCD panel
• Your TV’s screen is made of glass. Do not drop your TV or hit, jolt,
or press hard against the LCD panel. If the screen breaks, be
careful of broken glass.
• If the LCD panel is broken, make absolutely sure that you do not
touch the liquid in the panel. This may cause skin inflammation.
• If the liquid gets in your mouth, immediately gargle, rinse, and
consult with your doctor. Also, if the liquid gets in your eyes or
touches your skin, consult with your doctor after rinsing for at
least 15 minutes or longer in clean water.
Replacement parts
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
When replacement parts are required, make sure that the service
technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that
have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, personal injury, or other
hazards.
12 Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
Safety check
After completing any service or repair to this device, ask the service
technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that your TV is
in correct operating condition.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
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
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
Power source
Operate your TV only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your
home, consult an electrician or your local power company.
15 The wall plug is the disconnecting device. The plug
must remain readily operable.
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Important safety instructions
DX-46L260A12
Condensation
Cautions
Moisture will form on the TV if the TV is brought from cool surroundings
into a warm room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly.
When this happens, the TV's performance may be impaired. To prevent
this, let the TV stand in its new surroundings for about an hour before
switching it on, or make sure that the room temperature rises gradually.
Condensation may also form during the summer if the TV is exposed to
the breeze from an air conditioner. In such cases, change the location of
the TV.
Damage requiring service
Unplug this TV from the power outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your TV.
• If your TV has been exposed to rain or water.
• If your TV does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions because incorrect adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore your TV to its normal
operation.
Mobile telephone warning
To avoid interference with your TV picture and sound, operating
problems, or even damage, keep your cordless and cellular telephones
away from the TV.
• If your TV has been dropped or damaged in any way.
• When your TV exhibits a distinct change in performance.
End of life directives
Outdoor antenna grounding
Your TV contains tin-lead solder and a fluorescent lamp containing a
small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated
for environmental reasons. Your TV also contains material that can be
recycled and reused.
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to your TV, make sure
that the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article
810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides
information with respect to correct grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of the
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
Non-active pixels
The LCD panel contains almost 3 million thin film transistors, which
provide exceptionally sharp video quality. Occasionally, a few
non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed blue, green, or red
point. These non-active pixels do not adversely affect the performance
of your TV, and are not considered defects.
1
2
3
4
5
7
6
Antenna lead-in wire
Grounding clamp
1
2
3
4
5
Antenna discharge unit
Grounding conductors
Ground clamps
Power service grounding
electrode system
6
7
Electric service equipment
Note to CATV system installer
Article 820 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 40 provides
guidance for correct grounding. Specifically, it states that the cable
ground must be connected to the grounding system of the building as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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Installing the stand or wall-mount bracket
Installing a wall-mount bracket
Installing the stand or
wall-mount bracket
Warning
This apparatus is intended to be supported by a UL
Listed wall mount bracket.
Notes
If you plan to wall-mount your TV, do not install the
To attach your TV to a wall-mount bracket:
stand.
Store the stand and stand screws in case you decide
to use the stand in the future.
1
Carefully place your TV screen face-down on a cushioned, clean
surface to protect the screen from damages and scratches.
2
Remove the four screws that secure the base to the stand, then
remove the base.
Installing the stand
To install the stand:
1
Carefully place your TV screen face-down on a cushioned, clean
surface to protect the screen from damages and scratches.
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.
2
Secure the stand to the screen with the four provided screws.
Model
DX-46L260A12
Screw type
Screw length
Note
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
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TV components
DX-46L260A12
Back
TV components
Package contents
Remote control and batteries (2 AAA)
Stand with screws
Composite video cable
Audio cable
Power cord
Quick Setup Guide
Front
#
Description
Connect the supplied power cord here.
AC IN
Connect headphones to this jack. For
more information, see “Connecting
headphones” on page 15.
2
3
(headphone)
Connect an audio amplifier to this jack.
For more information, see “Using digital
audio” on page 15.
DIGITAL OUT
Connect an antenna or cable TV to this
jack. For more information, see
box)” on page 10.
5
Connect the video for a component
video device to these jacks. Connect the
audio to the L and R jacks. For more
information, see “Using component
video (better)” on pages 9 or 12.
#
Item
Description
COMPONENT Y/PB/PR
and L/R Audio IN
Press to open the on-screen menu. For
more information, see “Navigating the
menus” on page 17.
1
2
MENU
Connect the video cable from a
composite video device to the VIDEO
For more information, see “Using
composite video (good)” on page 9.
Press to open the Source List, then press
ꢀ or ꢁ to select a video input source.
In menu mode, press to confirm
selections.
6
7
AV IN
INPUT
Connect the video (VGA) for a computer
to this jack. For more information, see
“Using VGA” on page 14.
Press to increase or decrease the
volume.
3
4
VOLUME+/VOLUME–
PC IN VGA
Press to go to the next or previous
channel in the channel list. For more
information, see “Selecting a channel”
on page 17.
Connect the audio for a computer or a
DVI device to this jack. For more
information, see “Using VGA” on page
14 or “Using DVI (same as HDMI but
requires an audio connection)” on
pages 8 or 11.
CHANNEL ꢀ/
CHANNEL ꢁ
8
PC IN AUDIO
Press to turn your TV on or off (Standby
mode). When your TV is off, power still
flows into it. To disconnect power,
unplug the power cord.
5
6
(power)
Connect HDMI devices to these jacks.
An HDMI cable carries both video and
sound. You do not need to make an
audio connection for an HDMI device.
Receives the signals from the remote
control. Do not block.
Remote sensor
9
For more information, see “Using HDMI
(best)” on pages 8, 11, or 14.
When connecting a DVI device using an
HDMI-DVI adapter, connect the device
to the HDMI1 jack.
HDMI1/HDMI2
Service port
Turns off when your TV is turned on.
Lights red when your TV is in standby
mode.
Flashes red when your TV receives no
signal from VGA and enters DPMS
mode.
Turns off when power cord is
unplugged.
7
Power indicator
For software update only. Do not use.
10
For more information, see “Turning your
TV on or off” on page 16.
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TV components
Remote control
#
Button
Description
Press to select the aspect ratio. For more
information, see “Adjusting the TV picture”
on page 18.
9
ZOOM
Press to select the video modes. You can
select Vivid, Standard, Energy Savings,
Theater, Sports, or Custom. For more
information, see “Adjusting the TV picture”
on page 18.
10
PICTURE
Press to set the sleep timer. You can select
Off, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, or 240
minutes. For more information, see “Setting
the sleep timer” on page 28.
11
12
SLEEP
AUDIO
Press to select the sound mode. For more
information, see “Adjusting sound settings”
on page 19.
Press to turn your TV on or off (Standby
mode). When your TV is off, power still flows
into it. To disconnect power, unplug the
power cord.
13
(power)
In TV mode, press to return to the previous
channel.
14 RECALL
Press to display the program guide. For more
information, see “Viewing channel
information” on page 18.
15
GUIDE
Press to move left, right, up, or down in
on-screen menus.
16 ꢀ ꢁ ꢂ ꢃ
17 EXIT
Press to close the on-screen menu.
Press to change TV channels to the next
higher or next lower channel. For more
information, see “Selecting a channel” on
page 17.
19 FAVORITE
Press to open the Favorite Channel list. For
more information, see “Setting up a favorite
channel list” on page 20 and “Viewing a
favorite channel” on page 21.
TV—Press to control your TV.
COMP—Press to select the device
connected to the COMPONENT video jacks.
VIDEO--Press to select the device connected
to the AV IN video jack.
HDMI—Press one or more times to select
the device connected to the HDMI 1 or
HDMI 2 jack.
#
Button
INPUT
Description
VGA—Press to select the device connected
to the PC IN VGA jack.
Press to open the Source List, then press ꢀ
or ꢁ to cycle through the available input
sources. For more information, see
“Selecting the video input source” on
page 16.
1
Press to open the channel list.
21 CH-LIST
Press to turn closed captioning on or off. You
can select CC Off, CC On, or CC On when
Mute. For more information, see “Using
closed captioning” on page 25.
Press to enter channel numbers and the
parental control password.
22
CCD
2
3
Numbers
Press to enter a digital sub-channel number.
For more information, see “Selecting a
channel” on page 17.
Press to select the audio mode for an analog
program. You can select:
• MONO—Select this option if there is
noise or static on weak stereo
broadcasts.
• STEREO—Select this option for
programs broadcast in stereo.
Press to display TV status information, such
as the channel number, channel name (if
available), or signal source. For more
information, see “Viewing channel
information” on page 18.
23 MTS/SAP
4
INFO
Press to confirm selections or changes.
Press to open the on-screen menu.
Press to increase or decrease the volume.
5
6
7
ENTER
MENU
VOL +/VOL –
Press to mute the sound. Press again to
restore the sound.
8
MUTE
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Making connections
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Making connections
Connection type
and jack
Cable connectors
What connection should I use?
Your TV has several connection types for connecting devices to your TV.
For the best video quality, you should connect a device to the best
available connection.
Digital coaxial
audio
Use the following tables to identify cables:
Connection type
Video quality Cable connector
and jack
Analog audio
HDMI
Best (use this
video/audio
if your devices
have HDMI)
VGA (computer)
video and audio
Component
video (requires
an audio
Better than
S-Video,
composite, or
coaxial
connection)
You can use an HDMI jack to connect a DVI device to your TV. You need
to attach an HDMI-to-DVI adapter to the end of the HDMI cable that
connects to the DVI device.
Compositevideo
(requires an
audio
Better than
coaxial
connection)
Cautions
•
Check the jacks for position and type before
making any connections.
Loose connections can result in image or color
problems. Make sure that all connections are
tight and secure.
•
•
•
The external audio/video equipment shown
may be different from your equipment. If you
have questions, refer to the documentation that
came with your equipment.
Always unplug the power cord when
connecting external equipment.
Coaxial
video/audio
Good
Connecting power
To connect the power:
• Connect the AC power cord to the AC connector on the back of
your TV, then plug the other end into a power outlet.
Notes
•
•
Your TV should only be operated from the
power source indicated on the label.
Always unplug the AC power cord from the
power outlet when you will not be using your
TV for an extended period of time.
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Making connections
Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio connection)
Connecting a cable or satellite box
To connect a cable or satellite box using DVI:
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 use?”
on page 7.
1
2
Turn off your TV and all connected equipment.
Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack to the
cable-in jack on the cable box.
3
4
Connect an HDMI-DVI adapter (not included) to one end of an
HDMI cable (not included).
Connect the HDMI-DVI adapter to the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 jack on
the side of your TV and to the DVI OUT jack on the cable or
satellite box.
Using HDMI (best)
To connect a cable or satellite box using HDMI:
1
2
Turn off your TV and all connected equipment.
Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack to the
cable-in jack on the cable box.
3
Connect an HDMI cable (not included) to one of the HDMI jacks
on the side of your TV and to the HDMI OUT jack on the cable or
satellite box.
Cable or satellite box
Side of TV
HDMI cable
Side of TV
5
Connect a 3.5 mm audio cable (not included) to the PC/DVI
AUDIO IN jack on the side of your TV and to the AUDIO OUT jack
on the cable or satellite box.
4
5
Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite box.
Go through the setup wizard on page 16.
Note
Notes
When you connect the audio using the PC/DVI
AUDIO IN jack, the audio output is analog.
An HDMI cable carries both audio and video. You do
not need to use any audio cables.
6
7
Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite box.
Go through the setup wizard on page 16.
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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
2
Turn off your TV and all connected equipment.
Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack to the
cable-in jack on the cable box.
1
2
Turn off your TV and all connected equipment.
Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack to the
cable-in jack on the cable box.
3
Connect a component video cable (not included) to the Y, PB, and
PR jacks on the back of your TV and the component video out
jacks on the cable or satellite box.
3
Connect an A/V cable (included) to the AV IN jacks on the back of
your TV and to the composite video and audio out jacks on the
cable or satellite box.
Cable or satellite box
Cable or satellite box
A/V cable
Back of TV
Audio cable
Back of TV
Cables are often
color-coded to match
color-coded jacks.
COMPONENT IN
COMPONENT IN
4
5
Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite box.
Go through the setup wizard on page 16.
Component video cable
4
Connect an audio cable (not included) to the L and R audio jacks
on the back of your TV and to the audio out jack on the cable or
satellite TV box.
Note
When you connect the audio using the L and R audio
jacks, the audio output is analog.
Your TV has a digital audio jack, so you can connect
the video to the component video jacks and connect
the audio to the digital audio jack to get digital audio
output.
5
6
Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite box.
Go through the setup wizard on page 16.
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Making connections
Using coaxial (good)
Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no
box)
To connect a cable or satellite box using coaxial:
1
2
Turn off your TV and all connected equipment.
Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack to the
cable-in jack on the cable or satellite box.
To connect an antenna or cable TV (no box):
1
2
Turn off your TV and all connected equipment.
Connect a coaxial cable to the ANT/CABLE IN jack on the back of
your TV and to the antenna or cable TV wall jack.
3
Connect a coaxial cable (not included) to the ANT/CABLE IN jack
on the back of your TV and to the coaxial out jack on the cable or
satellite box.
Cable or satellite box
Back of TV
Back of TV
COMPONENT IN
COMPONENT IN
Coaxial cable
Coaxial cable
3
4
Turn on your TV.
Go through the setup wizard on page 16.
4
5
Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite box.
Go through the setup wizard on page 16.
Notes
Notes
•
•
•
Use a coaxial cable to eliminate interference and
noise from radio waves.
Do not bundle the coaxial cable with the power
cord or other cables.
If the antenna is not installed correctly, contact
qualified service personnel to correct the
problem.
•
•
Use a coaxial cable to eliminate interference and
noise from radio waves.
Do not bundle the coaxial cable with the power
cord or other cables.
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Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires a sound
connection)
Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player
Using HDMI (best)
To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using DVI:
To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using HDMI:
1
2
3
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
Blu-ray player is turned off.
Blu-ray player is turned off.
Connect an HDMI-DVI adapter (not included) to one end of an
HDMI cable (not included).
Connect the HDMI-DVI adapter to the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 jack on
the side of your TV and to the DVI OUT jack on the DVD or Blu-ray
player.
2
Connect an HDMI cable (not included) to an HDMI jack on the
side of your TV and to the HDMI OUT jack on the DVD or Blu-ray
player.
DVD or Blu-ray player
DVD or Blu-ray player
Side of TV
Side of TV
HDMI cable with
HDMI-DVI adapter
3
4
5
Turn on your TV, then turn on the DVD or Blu-ray player.
Press INPUT to open the Source List.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight HDMI 1 or HDMI 2, then press
OK/ENTER.
4
Connect a 3.5 mm audio cable (not included) to the PC/DVI
AUDIO IN jack on the side of your TV and to the AUDIO OUT jack
on the DVD or Blu-ray player.
Note
Note
You can also press HDMI repeatedly to select the
DVD or Blu-ray player.
When you connect the audio using the PC/DVI
AUDIO IN jacks, the audio output is analog.
Your TV has a digital audio jack, so you can connect
the video to the component video jacks and connect
the audio to the digital audio jack to get digital audio
output.
5
6
Turn on your TV.
Turn on the DVI device, then set it to the output mode. See the
documentation that came with the device for more information.
7
8
Press INPUT to open the Input Source list.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to select HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 then press OK/ENTER.
Note
You can also press HDMI repeatedly to select the
HDMI 1 or HDMI 2.
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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
Blu-ray player is turned off.
1
Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the DVD or
Blu-ray player is turned off.
2
Connect a component video cable (not included) to the Y/PB/PR
(component video) jacks on the back of your TV and to the
COMPONENT OUT jacks on the component video device.
2
Connect an AV cable (included) to the AV IN jacks on the back of
your TV and to the AV OUT jacks on the DVD or Blu-ray player.
Note
When you connect the audio using the L and R audio
jacks, the audio output is analog.
DVD or Blu-ray player
DVD or Blu-ray player
Side of TV
Audio cable
Back of TV
COMPONENT IN
Cables are often color-coded to match
color-coded jacks.
Connect yellow to yellow, red to red,
and white to white.
Component video cable
Cables are often color-coded to
match color-coded jacks.
3
4
5
Turn on your TV, then turn on the DVD or Blu-ray player.
Press INPUT to open the Input Source list.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to select AV, then press OK/ENTER.
Notes
3
Connect an audio cable (not included) to the L/R (audio in) jacks
•
•
You can also press VIDEO to select the DVD or
Blu-ray player.
If you are not using the included audio cable for
another device, you can use it and a standard
one-plug video cable instead of the three-plug
cable shown in this task.
on the back of your TV and to the L/R AUDIO OUT jacks on the
component video device.
Notes
When you connect the audio using the L and R audio
jacks, the audio output is analog.
Your TV has a digital audio jack, so you can connect
the video to the component video jacks and connect
the audio to the digital audio jack to get digital audio
output.
4
5
6
Turn on your TV, then turn on the DVD or Blu-ray player.
Press INPUT to open the Input Source list.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to select Component, then press OK/ENTER.
Note
You can also press COMP to select the component
DVD or Blu-ray player.
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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
connection, we recommend that you use the HDMI
connection to get the best quality possible.
turned off.
2
Connect an AV cable (included) to the AV IN jacks on the back of
your TV and to the AV OUT jacks on the VCR.
To connect a camcorder or game console:
Note
1
Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the
camcorder or game console is turned off.
Connect an AV cable (included) to the AV IN jacks on the back of
your TV and to the AV OUT jacks on the camcorder or game
console.
When you connect the audio using the L and R audio
jacks, the audio output is analog.
2
VCR
Note
Side of TV
When you connect the audio using the L and R audio
jacks, the audio output is analog.
Camcorder or
game console
Cables are often color-coded to
match color-coded jacks.
Connect yellow to yellow, red to
red, and white to white.
Cables are often color-coded to match
color-coded jacks.
Connect yellow to yellow, red to red, and
white to white.
3
4
Turn on your TV, then press INPUT to open the Input Source list.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to select AV, then press OK/ENTER.
Note
You can also press VIDEO to select the VCR.
5
Turn on the VCR, insert a videotape, then press PLAY on the VCR.
3
4
Turn on your TV, then press INPUT to open the Input Source list.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to select AV, then press OK/ENTER.
Note
You can also press VIDEO to select the camcorder or
game console.
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Making connections
Using HDMI
Connecting a computer
To connect a computer using HDMI:
Tip
1
Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the
computer is turned off.
Some computers have an HDMI jack. You can use an
HDMI cable to connect the computer for a better
picture.
2
Connect an HDMI cable (not included) to an HDMI jack on the
side of your TV and to the HDMI OUT jack on the computer.
Using VGA
To connect a computer using VGA:
1
Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the
computer is turned off.
2
Connect a VGA cable (not included) to the VGA IN jack on the
side of your TV and to the VGA jack on the computer.
HDMI cable
Side of TV
Side of TV
VGA cable
Audio cable with
stereo mini plug
3
4
5
Turn on your TV, then turn on the computer
Press INPUT to open the Source List.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight HDMI 1 or HDMI 2, then press
OK/ENTER.
Note
You can also press HDMI repeatedly to select the
computer.
Note
A VGA cable is not supplied with this TV. We strongly
recommend that you use a VGA cable with two EMC
cores (the large bumps in the cable), as shown in the
figure above.
3
Connect an audio cable with stereo mini plug to the VGA AUDIO
IN jack on the side of your TV and to the LINE OUT or AUDIO OUT
jack on the computer.
4
5
6
7
Turn on your TV, then turn on the computer.
Press INPUT to open the Input Source list.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to select VGA, then press OK/ENTER.
Adjust the display properties on the computer if necessary.
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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.
To connect headphones:
• Connect headphones to the (headphone) jack on the back of
your TV.
AV receiver
Game console or camera
Side of TV
USB flash drive
Computer
Antenna or cable TV
connected directly to
the wall jack
The connections you make depend on the video and audio jacks
available on your devices. Refer to the documentation that came with
your devices for connection information.
Remember to use the best connection types available for the best
picture and sound. For information about connection types, see “What
connection should I use?” on page 7.
Connecting a basic home theater system
Using digital audio
To connect a basic home theater system using digital audio:
Using the remote control
1
Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the home
theater system is turned off.
2
Connect a digital coaxial audio cable to the digital output jack on
the back of your TV and to the digital coaxial audio jack on the
digital home theater system.
Installing remote control batteries
To install the remote control batteries:
1
Remove the battery cover.
Digital audio
cable
Side of TV
2
Insert two AAA batteries into the battery compartment. Make
sure that you match the + and – symbols on the batteries with
the + and – symbols in the battery compartment.
Home theater system
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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.
Battery chemicals can cause a rash. If the
batteries leak, clean the battery compartment
with a cloth. If chemicals touch your skin, wash
immediately.
Setup Wizard
•
Chooseyour Tuner Mode
Antenna
•
Make sure that batteries are disposed of
correctly. Do not burn or incinerate.
Cable
Cable/Satellite Box
Aiming the remote control
Select
Next
Back
To aim the remote control:
front of your TV.
5
6
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Antenna, Cable, or Cable/Satellite
Box (if your cable TV uses a box, select Cable/Satellite Box),
then press ENTER. If you chose Antenna or Cable, your TV
automatically starts scanning for channels available in your
viewing area. If you chose Cable/Satellite Box, your TV does
not need to scan for channels.
To watch TV, press INPUT, press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight the video
input source for your TV in the INPUT SOURCE list, then press
ENTER.
• If your TV is connected to an antenna, cable TV (no box), or
cable or satellite TV box using a coaxial cable, select TV.
• If your TV is connected to a cable or satellite box using an
HDMI cable or HDMI cable with a DVI adapter, select HDMI 1
or HDMI 2.
• If your TV is connected to a cable or satellite box using a
component video cable, select Component.
• If your TV is connected to a cable or satellite box using a
composite video cable, select AV.
Turning on your TV for the first
time
The first time you turn on your TV, the Setup Wizard opens. The Setup
Wizard guides you through setting up basic settings including the menu
language, picture mode, TV signal source, and the channel list.
To set up your TV:
1
Make sure that you have:
• Installed the remote control batteries. (See page 15 for
details).
• Connected an antenna, cable TV, or satellite TV. (See page 8
or 10 for details.)
• Connected the power cord. (See page 7 for details.)
Press (power) to turn on your TV. The Choose your menu
Language screen opens.
2
Setup Wizard
Understanding the basics
Choose your menu Language
English
Français
Español
Turning your TV on or off
To turn your TV on or off:
1
2
Make sure that the power cord is connected to a power outlet.
Press (power) to turn on your TV. The power indicator LED
turns blue.
Select
Next
3
Press (power) again to turn off your TV. Your TV enters
Standby mode and the power indicator LED turns red.
3
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight the language you want, then press
ENTER. The Choose your Picture Mode screen opens.
Selecting the video input source
To select the video input source:
Setup Wizard
1
Turn on your TV, then press INPUT. The Input Source list opens.
Choose your Picture Mode
Input
TV
AV
Home Mode
Retail Mode
Component
VGA
Select
Next
Back
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
OK
Selec t
Exit
2
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight a video input source, then press
ENTER.
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You can also press a direct input button to select the video input source.
• Press TV to select TV.
TV menu (TV mode)
• Press VIDEO to select AV IN VIDEO.
• Press COMP to select COMPONENT IN.
• Press VGA to select VGA.
• Press HDMI once to select HDMI 1. Press twice to select HDMI 2.
Video
Audi
Setup
TV
Tuner Mode
Antenna
Channel Scan
Channel Skip
FavoriteList
Using the on-screen menus
MTS/SAP
Stereo
English
Audio Language
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.
Menus in this manual are described in TV mode,
unless otherwise indicated.
The screens shown in this manual are for
explanation purposes and may vary from the
actual screens on your TV.
Select
Back
Exit
•
•
•
Navigating the menus
Press MENU to open the on-screen menu.
Video menu (TV mode)
Press the right or left arrow to move the cursor
on the screen or to adjust a selected item.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Energy Savings
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Press the up or down arrow to select menu
options.
4
Color Temperature
Cool
Advanced Video
Select
Move
Back
Exit
Press ENTER to confirm selection or enter a
sub-menu.
Audio menu (TV mode)
Press MENU to return to the previous menu.
Press EXIT to close the menu.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Sound Mode
Balance
Surround Sound
Equalizer
Standard
0
Digital Audio/SPDIF
PCM
Auto Volume Contorl
Selecting a channel
To select a channel:
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
• Press CH+ or CH– to go to the next or previous channel on the
memorized channel list.
Setup menu (TV mode)
• Press the number buttons to enter the channel number you want,
then wait for the channel to change or press ENTER to
immediately change the channel.
• To select a digital sub-channel, press the number buttons to
select the main digital channel, press (dot), then press the
number button for the sub-channel. Wait for the channel to
change, or press ENTER to immediately change the channel. For
example, to tune to channel 5.1, press 5, (dot), then 1.
• Press RECALL to go to the last viewed channel.
• Press CH-LIST to open the channel list, press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight
a channel, then press ENTER. Hidden channels are grayed out in
this Channel List.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Time Setup
Caption
Parental
English
Wide
On
Reset Default
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
• Press FAVORITE to open the favorite channel list, press ꢀ or ꢁ
to highlight a channel, then press ENTER.
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Adjusting the picture
• Custom—(customized picture). Lets you manually
adjust picture settings such as brightness, contrast, and
sharpness.
Adjusting the volume
To adjust the volume:
• Press VOL + or VOL – to increase or decrease the volume.
Note
• Press MUTE to turn off the sound. Press MUTE again to turn the
You can also press PICTURE to select the picture
mode.
sound back on.
Viewing channel information
• Brightness—Adjusts the brightness of the dark areas of
the picture.
To view channel information:
• Contrast—Adjusts the brightness of the light areas of the
picture.
• Press INFO to display an information banner. The information
banner shows the current program information such as channel
number, video input source, and resolution.
• Color—Adjusts the color intensity of the picture. A low
setting may make the color look faded. A high setting may
make the color look artificial.
• Tint—Adjusts the color balance of the picture. Use this
control to make skin tones look more natural.
• Sharpness—Adjusts the color detail of images. If you set
this control too high, dark images may appear with light or
white edges.
• Color Temperature—Selects the color temperature. You
(to enhance the reds).
• Advanced Video—Opens the PICTURE-Advanced Video
menu where you can adjust additional video options.
• Digital channel information—Displays the channel number,
station name, channel label, broadcast program name, TV
rating, signal type, audio information, resolution, CC mode,
current time, and current program start and end times.
• Analog channel information—Displays channel number,
channel label (if preset), signal type, audio information, and
resolution.
• Press GUIDE to show the digital program guide, which may
present a list of available programs, program times, and program
summaries, depending on the information provided by the
broadcaster.
• Noise Reduction—Selects the noise reduction mode
to reduce picture noise (snow). You can select Low,
Middle, Strong, or Off.
Adjusting the picture
Adjusting the TV picture
• Adaptive Contrast—Automatically adjusts picture
detail and brightness. You can select On or Off.
Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press EXIT to
close the menu.
To adjust the TV picture:
3
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Video menu
displayed.
Adjusting the computer image
To adjust the computer image:
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
1
Make sure that your TV is in VGA mode. For more information, see
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Energy Savings
“Selecting the video input source” on page 16.
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Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Color Temperature
VGA
Energy Savings
Cool
Select
Move
Back
Exit
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Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight an option, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to adjust
the option. You can select:
• Picture Mode—Selects the picture mode. You can select:
• Vivid—(a bright and vivid picture). Significantly
increases the contrast, brightness, and sharpness. This
selection is good for video games, animation, and in
bright light environments.
Select
Move
Back
Exit
3
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight VGA, then press ENTER. The VGA menu
• Standard—(a standard picture). Moderately increase
the contrast, brightness, and sharpness. This selection is
good for standard TV broadcasts.
opens.
• Energy Savings—(the backlight brightness is
decreased). Your TV has a backlight that provides light
for displaying a picture. By reducing the amount of light,
your TV uses less energy.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Auto Adjust
H.Position
V.Position
Phase
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Clock
Select
Enter
Back
Exit
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5
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight an option, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to adjust
• Auto Volume Control—Lets you turn automatic volume
control On or Off. When this option is turned on, it keeps the
audio within a preset range, to eliminate large spikes in
volume.
the option. You can select:
• Auto Adjust—Automatically adjusts the image settings
such as position and phase.
4
Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press EXIT to
close the menu.
• H. Position—Moves the image right or left.
• V. Position—Moves the image up or down.
• Clock—Adjusts the sample frequency.
• Phase—Adjusts the focus of stable images.
Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press EXIT to
close the menu.
Changing channel settings
Automatically scanning for channels
When you scan for channels, your TV searches for channels with signals
and stores the channel information in the channel list. When you press
CH + or CH –, your TV goes to the next or previous channel in the
channel list.
Adjusting the sound
Adjusting sound settings
If the TV signal source changes, for example you change from an
outdoor antenna to cable TV (no box), you need to scan for channels.
To automatically scan for channels:
To adjust sound settings:
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
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Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Color
Cool
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
Select
Move
Back
Exit
Select
Move
Back
Exit
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight AUDIO, then press ꢁ. The AUDIO menu
opens.
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight TV, then press ꢁ. The TV menu opens.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Sound Mode
Standard
Balance
Surround Sound
Equalizer
Digital Audio/SPDIF
Auto Volume Contorl
0
Tuner Mode
Channel Scan
Channel Skip
Favorite List
MTS/SAP
Antenna
PCM
Stereo
Audio Language
English
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
3
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight an option, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to adjust
3
4
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Tuner Mode, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to
select Antenna, Cable, or Cable/Satellite Box.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Channel Scan, then press ENTER. The
TV-Channel Scan screen opens.
the option. You can select:
• Sound Mode—Selects the sound mode. You can select
Standard, News, Custom, or Music.
• Balance—Adjusts the balance between the left and right
audio channels.
• Surround Sound—Turns the surround sound effect On or
Off.
Channel Scan
• Equalizer—Lets you select the frequency you want to
adjust or change it’s value.
Channel
4
Search type
Antenna
• Digital Audio/SPDIF—Sends digital audio to an external
audio system. You can select PCM (to select to output audio
in 2-channel stereo), or RAW (to pass through the original
digital audio sound).
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• If you are using an antenna for a standard or HD TV signal,
select Antenna.
4
5
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight the channel you want to hide, then
press ENTER. The check mark disappears.
• If your cable is connected to your TV through a tuner box,
select Cable/Satellite Box.
Notes
•
•
A channel with a check mark is not hidden. A
channel with no check mark is hidden.
If the list has more than one page, press ꢀ or ꢁ
If you selected Antenna or Cable, your TV searches
automatically for available channels in your area and stores
the channel information in the channel list. This may take
several minutes. While searching, the TV displays a progress
report.
If you selected Cable/Satellite Box, the channel search is
not necessary.
to scroll through the pages.
Press EXIT to close the menu.
Setting up a favorite channel list
Note
You can create a favorite channel list so you can quickly browse through
your favorite channels by pressing FAVORITE, then selecting a channel
from the favorite channel list.
You can press EXIT to stop the auto channel search,
but you will need to run the auto channel search
again to create a channel list.
To set up a favorite channel list:
1
2
3
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Hiding channels
You can hide channels in the channel list. When you press or
your TV skips the hidden channels. You can still tune to a hidden
channel by pressing the number buttons for the channel.
To hide channels:
,
Video
Audio
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TV
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
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Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
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Select
Move
Back
Exit
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight TV, then press ꢁ. The TV menu opens.
Cool
Select
Move
Back
Exit
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Tuner Mode
Channel Scan
Channel Skip
Favorite List
MTS/SAP
Antenna
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight TV, then press ꢁ. The TV menu opens.
Stereo
Audio Language
English
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Tuner Mode
Channel Scan
Channel Skip
Favorite List
MTS/SAP
Antenna
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
Stereo
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Favorite List, then press ENTER. The
TV-Favorite List screen opens.
Audio Language
English
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
2
3
4
5
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
□
3
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Channel Skip, then press ENTER. The
Channels list opens.
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□
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6
□
2
3
4
5
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
□
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Set
Select
Back
Exit
□
□
□
□
□
□
6
□
Set
Select
Back
Exit
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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.
digital TV programs.
Notes
To select the audio language:
•
•
To remove a channel from the favorites list,
highlight the channel, then press ENTER. The
check mark disappears and the channel is
removed from the list.
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
If the list has more than one page, press ꢀ or ꢁ
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
to scroll through the pages.
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
47
56
53
0
5
Press EXIT to close the menu.
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
Viewing a favorite channel
4
Cool
To view a favorite channel:
1
Press FAVORITE on the remote control. The favorite channel list
opens.
Select
Move
Back
Exit
2
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight a channel, then press ENTER.
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight TV, then press ꢁ. The TV menu opens.
Using MTS/SAP
You can select the default audio stream when watching analog TV.
To use MTS/SAP:
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Tuner Mode
Channel Scan
Channel Skip
Favorite List
MTS/SAP
Antenna
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Stereo
Audio Language
English
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
47
56
53
0
Color
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
3
4
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Audio Language, then press ꢂ or ꢃ
to select the default audio language you want. You can select:
Select
Move
Back
Exit
• English
• Spanish
• French
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight TV, then press ꢁ. The TV menu opens.
Press EXIT to close the menu.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Setting parental controls
Tuner Mode
Channel Scan
Channel Skip
Favorite List
MTS/SAP
Antenna
Setting or changing the password
Stereo
English
Parental controls let you prevent your children from watching
inappropriate material on TV. When set, parental controls read the
rating of the program (with some exceptions, such as news and sports)
and deny access to programs that exceed the ratings level you select. To
watch programs that exceed the selected rating, you must enter a
password.
Audio Language
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
3
4
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight MTS/SAP, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to select
the default audio stream you want. You can select:
To set or change the password:
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
• MONO–if there is noise or static on weak stereo broadcasts.
• STEREO–for programs broadcast in stereo.
• SAP–to listen to a secondary audio program (if available).
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Note
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
47
56
53
0
You can also press MTS/SAP on the remote control
one or more times to select the audio mode.
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
Press EXIT to close the menu.
4
Cool
Select
Move
Back
Exit
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2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ 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.
To lock control buttons:
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Time Setup
Caption
Parental
Reset Default
English
Wide
On
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
47
56
53
0
Color
Tint
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
3
4
Press ꢁ to highlight Parental, then press ENTER. The Input
Password screen opens.
Select
Move
Back
Exit
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
Input Password
opens.
Return
Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit password. The
default password is 0000. You should change the password to a
number you can remember. The Parental menu opens.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
English
Wide
On
Time Setup
Caption
Parental
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Reset Default
Channel Block
Program Block
Input Block
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
Change Password
Clean All
Button Lock
3
4
Press ꢁ to highlight Parental, then press ENTER. The Input
Password screen opens.
Select
Back
Exit
Enter
Input Password
5
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Change Password, then press
ENTER. The password entry screen opens.
Return
Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit password. The
Setup-Parental menu opens.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
New Password
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Channel Block
Program Block
Input Block
Change Password
Clean All
Button Lock
Back
6
7
Press the number buttons to enter a password, then enter the
Select
Back
Exit
Enter
password again. The Parental menu opens again.
Note
5
6
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Button Lock, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to
select On (locks the buttons), or Off (unlocks the buttons).
If you forget your password, enter 9999.
Press EXIT to close the menu.
Press EXIT to close the menu.
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Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Program Block. The Program Block
menu opens with Rating Enable highlighted.
Setting parental control levels
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. movie and Canadian TV ratings.
To set parental control levels:
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Rating Enable
On
U.S TV Ratings
U.S Movie Ratings
Canadian English Ratings
Canadian French Ratings
Open V-Chip
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
Block Unrated
47
56
53
0
Color
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
6
7
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to select On or Off.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight US TV Ratings, US Movie Ratings,
Canadian English Ratings, or Canadian French Ratings,
then press ꢃ or ENTER. The TV Rating sub-menu opens.
Select
Move
Back
Exit
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
opens.
Video
Audio
FV
Setup
TV
A
D
L
S
V
TV-Y
TV-Y7
TY-G
TV-PG
TV-14
TV-MA
□
□
□
□
□
□
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
□ □ □ □
□ □ □ □
□ □ □
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Time Setup
Caption
English
Wide
On
Allowed Rating
Allowed Rating
□
□
Parental
Reset Default
Set
Select
Back
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
8
9
Press ꢀ ꢁ ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight the rating you want to block, then
press ENTER. A lock symbol appears when a rating is blocked.
Note
3
4
Press ꢁ to highlight Parental, then press ENTER. The Input
Password screen opens.
When you block a rating, that rating and all higher
ratings are blocked.
Press EXIT to close the menu.
Input Password
U.S. TV ratings (age-based)
Return
TV-Y
All children
Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit password. The
TV-Y7
Children over seven years
of age
Setup-Parental menu opens.
TV-G
General audiences
TV-PG
Parental guidance
suggested
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
TV-14
Parents strongly cautioned
Mature audiences only
Channel Block
Program Block
Input Block
TV-MA
Change Password
Clean All
Button Lock
Select
Back
Exit
Enter
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2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
opens.
U.S. movie (MPAA) ratings
None
G
Movie not rated
General audiences
PG
Parental guidance
suggested
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Time Setup
Caption
Parental
Reset Default
English
Wide
On
PG-13
R
Suitable for children 13 and
older
Parental guidance
suggested for children
under 17
NC-17
X
Not suitable for children
under 17
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
Adults only
3
4
Press ꢁ to highlight Parental, then press ENTER. The Input
Password screen opens.
Canadian English ratings
E
Exempt programming
C
Children
Input Password
C8+
G
Children over 8 years old
General audiences
Parental guidance
Over 14 years old
Adult programming
Return
PG
14+
18+
Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit password. The
Setup-Parental menu opens.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Canadian French ratings
Channel Block
Program Block
Input Block
Change Password
Clean All
E
Exempt programming
General audiences
Over 8 years old
G
8ans+
13ans+
16ans+
18ans+
Button Lock
Over 13 years old
Over 16 years old
Adult programming
Select
Back
Exit
Enter
5
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Program Block. The Program Block
Download rating information
menu opens.
You can download rating information to use when setting parental
controls by enabling the optional Open V-Chip setting in parental
controls. If the program is broadcast with Open V-Chip rating
information, the information is downloaded automatically.
To download rating information:
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Rating Enable
On
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
U.S TV Ratings
U.S Movie Ratings
Canadian English Ratings
Canadian French Ratings
Open V-Chip
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Block Unrated
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
47
56
53
0
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
6
7
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Open V-Chip, then press ENTER. The
Open V-Chip menu opens. You can set the rating level according
to the Open V-Chip rating information.
Cool
Select
Move
Back
Exit
Press EXIT to close the menu.
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Using closed captioning
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Blocking unrated TV
Using closed captioning
Not all TV programs have a rating signal. You can block all unrated
programs from displaying on your TV.
Selecting the analog closed captioning
mode
To block unrated TV:
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Picture menu
displayed.
To select the analog closed captioning mode:
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
47
56
53
0
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
47
56
53
0
Color
Tint
Color
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Tint
Cool
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
Select
Move
Back
Exit
Select
Move
Back
Exit
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
opens.
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
opens.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Time Setup
Caption
Parental
Reset Default
English
Wide
On
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Time Setup
Caption
English
Wide
On
Parental
Reset Default
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
3
4
Press ꢁ to highlight Parental, then press ENTER. The Input
Password screen opens.
3
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Caption, then press ENTER. The
Setup-Caption menu opens.
Input Password
Return
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit password. The
Setup-Parental menu opens.
Analog Closed Caption
Digital Closed Caption
Digital Caption Style
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Channel Block
Program Block
Input Block
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
Change Password
Clean All
Button Lock
4
5
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Analog Closed Caption, then press
ꢀ or ꢁ to select an analog caption setting. You can select:
• CC1 through CC4—Closed captioning appears in a small
banner across the bottom of the screen. CC1 is usually the
“printed” version of the audio. CC2 through CC4 display
content provided by the broadcaster.
Select
Back
Exit
Enter
• Text1 through Text4—Closed captioning that covers half
or all of the screen. Text1 through Text4 display content
provided by the broadcaster.
5
6
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Block Unrated, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to
select On (to block unrated TV), or Off (to unlock unrated TV).
Press EXIT to close the menu.
Press EXIT to close the menu.
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5
Press MENU to return to the previous menu, press ꢀ or ꢁ to
highlight Digital Caption Style, then press ENTER. The Digital
Caption Style menu opens.
Customizing digital closed captioning
styles
To customize digital closed captioning styles:
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Video
Audio
Setup
Custom
TV
Caption Style
Font Size
Font Style
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Large
Style 1
White
Solid
Black
Solid
Black
Transparent
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Energy Savings
Font Color
47
56
53
0
Font Opacity
Background Color
Background Opacity
Window Color
Window Opacity
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
Select
Move
Back
Exit
6
7
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Digital Caption Style, then press ꢂ
or ꢃ to select Custom.
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
Note
opens.
To reset the close caption styles to their defaults, set
Style to As Broadcaster.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight a style, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to adjust the
style. You can select:
• Font Size—Selects the font size.
• Font Style—Selects the font style.
• Font Color—Selects the color for the words.
• Font Opacity—Selects the opacity level for the words.
• Background Color—Selects the color for the background.
• Background Opacity—Selects the opacity level for the
background.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
English
Wide
On
Time Setup
Caption
Parental
Reset Default
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
• Window Color—Selects the edge color.
• Window Opacity—Selects the edge style.
Press EXIT to close the menu.
3
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Caption, then press ENTER. The
Setup-Caption menu opens.
8
Adjusting the aspect ratio
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Setting the aspect ratio
Analog Closed Caption
Digital Closed Caption
Digital Caption Style
To set the aspect ratio:
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Select
Adjust
Back
Exit
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
47
56
53
0
4
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Digital Closed Caption (only
available for digital stations), then press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight a
digital caption setting. You can select Service1 through
Service6.
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
Select
Move
Back
Exit
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Adjusting time settings
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Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
opens.
Adjusting time settings
Setting the clock
To set the clock:
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
OSD Language
English
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Wide
On
Time Setup
Caption
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Parental
Reset Default
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
47
56
53
0
Color
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
3
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Aspect Ratio, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to
select an aspect ratio. You can select Normal, Zoom, Wide, or
Cinema.
Select
Move
Back
Exit
Aspect ratio option
Example
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
opens.
Normal:
Displays the original aspect
ratio with black bars vertical
on the left and right sides of
the screen.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Time Setup
Caption
Parental
Reset Default
English
Wide
On
Zoom:
Expands the image to fill the
screen. The top and bottom
of the image may be
cropped.
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
Wide:
Use this option to view
content recorded in a 16:9
(wide-screen) aspect ratio.
3
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Time Setup, then press ENTER. The
Setup-Time menu opens.
Cinema:
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Stretches the image at the
edges, but keeps a clear
image in the center.
Time Zone
Time
Sleep Timer
Note
You can also press ZOOM to select the aspect ratio.
Select
Back
Exit
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Adjusting menu settings
4
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Time Zone, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to
select your time zone setting. You can select: Alaska, Hawaii,
Eastern Time, Indiana, Central Time, Mountain Time,
Arizona, or Pacific Time.
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
opens.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Time Setup
Caption
English
Wide
On
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Time Zone
Time
Sleep Timer
Parental
Reset Default
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
Select
Back
Exit
3
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Time Setup, then press ENTER. The
Setup-Time menu opens.
5
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Time, then press ENTER. The
Setup-Time Setup-Time menu opens.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Time Zone
Time
Sleep Timer
Video
Audio
Off
Setup
TV
Auto Synchronization
Date
Time
01/01/2000
08:37 AM
Timer
Power On Timer
Power Off Timer
Off
12:00 AM
12:00 AM
Select
Back
Exit
Select
Back
4
5
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Sleep Timer, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to
select the amount of time before your TV turns off automatically.
To turn off the sleep timer, select Off.
6
7
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Auto Synchronization, then press ꢂ
or ꢃ to select Off (to set the date and time manually), or On (the
date and time are set automatically by the TV signal, based on
your time zone).
Press EXIT to close the menu.
Note
You can also press SLEEP to set the sleep timer.
If you selected Off for Auto Synchronization:
• Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Date, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to go to
the month, date, or year field. Press the number buttons
to adjust the setting.
Adjusting menu settings
• Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Time, press ꢂ or ꢃ to the hour,
minute, or AM/PM field, then press the number buttons to
adjust the hour and minute settings. Press ENTER to set AM
or PM.
Selecting the menu language
To select the menu language:
8
Press EXIT to close the menu.
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Setting the sleep timer
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
You can specify the amount of time before your TV automatically turns
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
off.
47
56
53
0
To set the sleep timer:
Color
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
Select
Move
Back
Exit
47
56
53
0
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
Select
Move
Back
Exit
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Maintaining
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Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
opens.
Restoring settings to the defaults
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:
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
OSD Language
English
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Time Setup
Caption
Parental
Reset Default
Wide
On
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
47
56
53
0
Color
Tint
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
3
4
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight OSD Language, then press ꢂ or ꢃ to
select the language you want.
Select
Move
Back
Exit
Press EXIT to close the menu.
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
opens.
Changing the DPMS setting
Your TV must be set to VGA to use this setting.
Your TV will turn off after 10 minutes if a signal is not detected from the
computer. When DPMS is set to ON, the TV will turn on when the
computer comes out of sleep mode. When set to OFF, the TV will not
turn on when the computer comes out of sleep mode.
To change the DPMS setting:
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Time Setup
Caption
English
Wide
On
1
Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.
Parental
Reset Default
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
Picture Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Energy Savings
47
56
53
0
Color
3
4
5
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to highlight Reset Default, then press ENTER. A
confirmation box opens.
Press ꢀ or ꢁ to select Yes (to reset) or No (to not reset), then
Tint
Sharpness
Color Temperature
Advanced Video
4
Cool
press ENTER.
Press EXIT to close the menu.
Select
Move
Back
Exit
2
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight Setup, then press ꢁ. The Setup menu
opens.
Maintaining
• 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.
• Storage temperatures are 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C).
• Working temperatures are 41° to 104°F (5° to 40°C).
• Do not place your TV in direct sunlight or near a heat source.
Video
Audio
Setup
TV
OSD Language
Aspect Ratio
DPMS
Time Setup
Caption
Parental
Reset Default
English
Wide
On
Cleaning the TV cabinet
Clean the cabinet with a soft, lint-free cloth. If the cabinet is especially
dirty, moisten a soft, lint-free cloth in a weak detergent solution,
squeeze the excess moisture from the cloth, then wipe the screen or
cabinet with the cloth. Use a clean cloth to dry the screen or cabinet.
Enter
Back
Exit
Select
3
4
Press ꢂ or ꢃ to highlight DPMS, then press ꢀ or ꢁ to select On
(to enable), or Off (to disable).
Press EXIT to close the menu.
Cleaning the TV screen
Clean the screen with a soft, lint-free cloth.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Troubleshooting
No color, dark
picture, or color is
not correct.
• Try another channel. The station may be
experiencing problems.
Warning
• Adjust the color saturation. See “Adjusting
the TV picture” on page 18.
Do not try to repair your TV yourself. Contact
authorized service personnel.
back of your TV.
Video and audio
• Make sure that the antenna or cable TV is
connected correctly and securely. See
“Connecting a cable or satellite box” on
page 8 or “Connecting an antenna or cable
TV (no box)” on page 10.
Problem
Solution
Picture does not fill
the screen. There are
black bars around
the picture.
• Change the aspect ratio. An increasing
amount of digital TV and movies are
presented in wide screen (16:9). See
“Adjusting the TV picture” on page 18.
channel signal may be low.
strength is low, adjust the antenna or use a
highly directional outdoor antenna or
set-top antenna with a built-in amplifier.
No picture (screen is
not lit) and no
sound.
• Press on the TV or the remote control.
• Make sure that the video cables are
connected securely to the back of your TV.
• Adjust the contrast and brightness. See
“Adjusting the TV picture” on page 18.
• Make sure that the power cord is plugged
in.
Only snow (noise)
appears on the
• Try another channel. The station may be
experiencing problems.
• Make sure that the antenna or cable TV is
connected correctly and securely. See
“Connecting a cable or satellite box” on
page 8 or “Connecting an antenna or cable
TV (no box)” on page 10.
• If you are using an antenna, the digital
channel signal may be low.
• If you are using an antenna and the signal
strength is low, adjust the antenna or use a
highly directional outdoor antenna or
set-top antenna with a built-in amplifier.
input source” on page 16.
experiencing problems.
• Make sure that the incoming signal is
compatible.
• Make sure the antenna or cable TV is
connected correctly and securely. See
“Connecting a cable or satellite box” on
page 8 or “Connecting an antenna or cable
TV (no box)” on page 10.
• Check the closed caption settings. Some
TEXT modes can block the screen.
Dotted lines or
stripes appear on
the screen.
• Make sure that the antenna or cable TV is
connected correctly and securely. See
“Connecting a cable or satellite box” on
page 8 or “Connecting an antenna or cable
TV (no box)” on page 10.
• If you are using an antenna, the digital
channel signal may be low.
• If you are using an antenna and the signal
strength is low, adjust the antenna or use a
highly directional outdoor antenna or
set-top antenna with a built-in amplifier.
• Make sure that the video cables are
connected securely to the back of your TV.
• The video cable(s) you are using may be
bad. Try a new set.
• Other devices (for example, surround sound
receiver, external speakers, fans, or hair
dryers) may be interfering with your TV. Try
turning off one device at a time to
determine which device is causing
interference. Once you have determined
which device is causing interference, move
it further from the TV to eliminate the
interference.
Dark, poor, or no
picture (screen is lit),
but sound is good.
• Try another channel. The station may be
experiencing problems.
• Make sure that the antenna or cable TV is
connected correctly and securely. See
“Connecting a cable or satellite box” on
page 8 or “Connecting an antenna or cable
TV (no box)” on page 10.
• Adjust the brightness. See “Adjusting the TV
picture” on page 18.
• Make sure that the correct picture mode is
selected. See “Adjusting the TV picture” on
page 18.
• If you are using an antenna, the digital
channel signal may be low.
• If you are using an antenna and the signal
strength is low, adjust the antenna or use a
highly directional outdoor antenna or
set-top antenna with a built-in amplifier.
• Make sure that the video cables are
connected securely to the back of your TV.
• The video cable(s) you are using may be
bad. Try a new set.
Double images.
• Use a highly directional outdoor antenna,
cable TV, or satellite TV.
• Try another channel. The station may be
experiencing problems.
The picture has a
few bright or dark
spots.
• A few bright or dark spots on an LCD screen
is normal. It does not affect the operation of
this TV.
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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
does not work.
• Make sure that the power cord is correctly
connected to your TV and a power outlet.
between the remote control and the remote
control sensor on the front of the TV.
• Point the remote control directly at the
remote control sensor on your TV. For the
location of the remote control sensor, see
“Front” on page 5.
• Make sure that the batteries are installed
correctly. See “Installing remote control
batteries” on page 15.
• Replace dead batteries with new batteries.
See “Installing remote control batteries” on
page 15.
• Make sure that the correct audio mode is
selected.
• Make sure that the audio cables are
connected correctly and securely to the
back of your TV.
• Make sure that the antenna or cable TV is
connected correctly and securely. See
“Connecting a cable or satellite box” on
page 8 or “Connecting an antenna or cable
TV (no box)” on page 10.
• If you are using an antenna, the digital
channel signal may be low.
• The audio cable(s) you are using may be
bad. Try a new set.
Poor picture
• Make sure that the room is not too bright.
Light reflecting off the screen can make the
picture difficult to see.
Trouble
codes in “Programming a different universal
remote control” on page 34.
programming your
existing universal
remote control.
• If an S-VHS camera or a camcorder is
connected while another connected device
is turned on, the picture may be poor. Turn
off one or more devices.
• Codes are subject to change. For up to date
• Replace dead batteries with new batteries.
See “Installing remote control batteries” on
page 15.
Good sound but
poor color
• Adjust the contrast, color, and brightness
settings.
• Refer to the User Guide that accompanied
your universal remote control and contact
the manufacturer if problems persist.
Audio noise
• Other devices (for example, surround sound
receiver, external speakers, fans, or hair
dryers) may be interfering with your TV. Try
turning off one device at a time to
determine which device is causing
interference. Once you have determined
which device is causing interference, move
it further from the TV to eliminate the
interference.
No output from one
of the speakers
• Adjust the audio balance. See “Adjusting
sound settings” on page 19.
• Make sure that the audio cables are
connected correctly and securely to the
back of your TV.
After images appear • Do not display a still image, such as a logo,
game, or computer image, for an extended
period of time. This can cause a permanent
after-image to be burned into the screen.
This type of damage is not covered by your
warranty.
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Troubleshooting
General
Problem
Solution
• Make sure that the power cord is correctly
No power
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.
• Other devices (for example, surround sound
receiver, external speakers, fans, or hair dryers)
may be interfering with your TV. Try turning
off one device at a time to determine which
device is causing interference. Once you have
determined which device is causing
interference, move it further from the TV to
eliminate the interference.
“No signal” error
message is
displayed
• Press INPUT and make sure that you have
selected the correct input for the device or
service you are trying to use.
• If you are using a cable or satellite box, use the
remote that came with that box to change
channels.
to view channels from the cable or satellite
box.
After Auto
• Reception can vary by channel depending on
the broadcast power level of a given station.
Contact your cable or satellite TV provider.
• Make sure the antenna or cable/satellite TV is
connected securely to your TV.
• Try replacing the cable between the
antenna/cable or cable/satellite box and your
TV.
Channel Search,
there are no
channels
One or more
channels do not
display.
See “Setting parental control levels.”
• Make sure that the channels are not hidden.
The channel may have been deleted from the
channel list. You can tune to the channel by
pressing the number buttons or you can add
the channel back to the channel list. See
“Hiding channels” on page 20.
• If you are using a cable or satellite box, use the
remote that came with that box to change
channels.
to view channels from the cable or satellite
box.
• If you are using an antenna, the digital
channel signal may be low.
Password is lost.
set a new password. See “Setting or changing
the password” on page 21.
Some settings
cannot be
accessed.
• If a setting is grayed, the setting is not
available in the current video input mode.
TV cabinet creaks. • When the TV is in use, the temperature rises
naturally and may cause the cabinet to
expand or contract which can cause a
creaking noise. This is not a malfunction.
Control buttons
do not work
• Make sure that the Button Lock option is set
to Off. See “Locking control buttons” on
page 22.
• Unplug the power cord, wait a few seconds,
then plug the cord back in and turn on your
TV.
TV keeps turning
off
• Make sure that the sleep timer is not turned
on. See “Setting the sleep timer” on page 28.
Note
If the problem is not solved by using these
troubleshooting instructions, turn off your TV, then
turn it on again.
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Specifications
DX-46L260A12
Inputs
Specifications
DX-46L260A12
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
HDMI 1.3
2 (side)
Warranty
E-EDID compliant
HDCP compliant
DX-46L260A12
Component video
Composite video
Shared audio
(component and
composite)
1 (side)
1 (side)
No
Parts: 1 year
Labor: 1 year
Dimensions and weight
S-Video
PC/VGA
3.5mm PC audio input
USB
No
DX-46L260A12
1 (side)
1 (side)
1 (side)
Without stand:
44.06 × 27.13 × 4.88 in.
(111.9 × 68.9 × 12.4 cm)
Support firmware
upgrade only
With stand:
44.06 × 29.8 × 10.63 in.
(111.9 × 75.7 × 27 cm)
Without stand:
47.4 lbs. (21.5 kg)
With stand:
Outputs
DX-46L260A12
Video
No
51.8 lbs. (23.5 kg)
Analog audio
Digital audio
WiFi
No
1 (side)
No
Screen
Ethernet
Headphone
No
1 (side)
DX-46L260A12
Screen size measured
diagonally
Display type
46"
Audio
LCD
Panel 60 Hz vs.120 Hz
Display resolution
Panel resolution
Aspect ratio
60Hz
1080p
1920 (H) × 1080 (V)
16:9
DX-46L260A12
Simulated Surround
Sound
Sound Leveler
Yes
Yes
Contrast ratio
(typical)–panel
2000:1
Power
Brightness (center
typical) cd/m2
Comb filter
Response time
Horizontal viewing angle 178
Vertical viewing angle 178
430 nits
DX-46L260A12
Power consumption
Power input
On: 180 W
Standby: <1 W
120V/60Hz
3d y/c digital
8 ms
Miscellaneous
Display resolutions/VGA scan rates
DX-46L260A12
OSD languages
INlink
Game Mode
ENERGY STAR qualified No
Internet connectable
TV base screws
English, French, Spanish
No
No
DX-46L260A12
HDMI 1.3
Suggested Resolutions:
1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p,
480i
Component video Suggested Resolutions:
1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i
No
M6 type (12 mm length)
(4 pcs)
Yes
Yes
No
PC/VGA
Suggested scan rates:
640 × 480/60Hz,
V-Chip (version 2.0)
Sleep timer
Channel labeling
VESA mount (mm)
(horizontal × vertical)
800 × 600/60Hz,
1024 × 768/60Hz,
1920 × 1080/60Hz
400 × 400
Tuner
DX-46L260A12
Note
Analog
Digital
NTSC
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.
ATSC, 8-VSB, Clear-QAM
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DX-46L260A12
Programming universal remote controls
Programming universal remote
controls
Set-top box makes and models
068, 069, 078, 096, 100, 164, 168, 229,
026
Cablevision
Charter
Programming a different universal
remote control
2002, 1204, 1423, 1517, 0171, 1963,
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
10171, 11204, 11326, 11463, 11517,
11641, 11780, 11785, 11892, 11963,
12002
control.
Comcast
To program a different universal remote control:
1
See the table below for common codes. If you have problems
programming your remote or need a different remote control
remote control code information.
Cox
1326, 1463
10171, 11204, 11326, 11517, 11564,
11641, 11963, 12002
DirectTV
2
Follow your universal remote control’s instructions to enter the
TV code you found in Step 1.
Dish Network
Time Warner
TiVo
720
Tips
•
•
If your universal remote control has a code
search feature, run a code search to identify a
code that matches your TV. See your universal
remote control’s instructions for details.
If your universal remote control has a “Learn”
feature, you can manually program it using the
Dynex TV remote to “teach” the commands one
at a time. See your universal remote control’s
instructions for details.
400, 450, 461, 456, 10463, 1463, 0463
0091
Verizon
0198, 0490
Tips
•
•
The brand name is often visible on the front of
the universal remote control, and the model
number is often visible on the back.
If your universal remote control isn’t listed on
the chart, refer to your universal remote
control’s instructions and try codes for the
brands Orion, Emerson, Memorex, Sansui,
Sylvania, or Zenith. You may need to try several
codes before finding a match.
For additional help and information…
2. Call technical support for the universal remote control or
cable/satellite company of the remote/set-top box you are trying to
program.
3. Call the Dynex Customer Care Center 1-800-305-2204
Common universal remote control codes
The following is a list of the most common remote control codes. Codes
for other remote controls are available online at:
provide for the remote control code.
Dynex TV codes for universal remote controls (for all
Dynex TVs manufactured after Jan. 1, 2007)
Universal remote control makes and models
One for All
Phillips
RCA
0054
0198, 0490
135
068, 069, 078, 096, 100, 164, 168, 229,
026
Sony
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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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•
•
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
Cables
Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RF/EMI
connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
Canada ICES-003 statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Standard Television Receiving Apparatus — Appareil de réception télévision ordinaire,
Canada BETS-7 / NTMR-7
Dolby License Notice and Trade Mark
Acknowledgement
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and
the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
HDMI
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
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DX-46L260A12
•
•
Loss or Theft of this product or any part of the product
One-year limited warranty -
Dynex Televisions
Up to three (3) pixel failures (dots that are dark or incorrectly illuminated)
grouped in an area smaller than one tenth (1/10) of the display size or up to five
(5) pixel failures throughout the display. (Pixel based displays may contain a
limited number of pixels that may not function normally.)
Failures or Damage caused by any contact including but not limited to liquids,
gels or pastes.
•
Definitions:
REPAIR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY. DYNEX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR THE BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST DATA, LOSS OF
USE OF YOUR PRODUCT, LOST BUSINESS OR LOST PROFITS. DYNEX PRODUCTS MAKES NO
OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, ALL EXPRESS AND
IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH
ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER THE
WARRANTY PERIOD. SOME STATES, PROVINCES AND JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU
MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO
PROVINCE.
Dynex Products (“Dynex”) warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new
Dynex-branded television (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the
original manufacturer of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from
the date of your purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”). For this warranty to apply,
your Product must be purchased in the United States or Canada from a Best Buy or
Future Shop authorized dealer of Dynex brand products only that are packaged with this
warranty statement.
How long does the coverage last?
The Warranty Period lasts for 1 year (365 days) from the date you purchased the
Product. Your purchase date is printed on the receipt you received with the Product.
What does this warranty cover?
Contact Dynex:
For customer service please call 1-800-305-2204
During the Warranty Period, if the original manufacture of the material or workmanship
of the Product is determined to be defective by an authorized Dynex repair center or
store personnel, Dynex will (at its sole option): (1) repair the Product with new or
rebuilt parts; or (2) replace the Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable
products or parts. Products and parts replaced under this warranty become the property
of Dynex and are not returned to you. If service of Products or parts are required after
the Warranty Period expires, you must pay all labor and parts charges. This warranty
lasts as long as you own your Dynex Product during the Warranty Period. Warranty
coverage terminates if you sell or otherwise transfer the Product.
Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC
7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota, U.S.A. 55423-3645
© 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.
How to obtain warranty service?
If you purchased the Product at a Best Buy or Future Shop retail store location and your
television Product has a screen size of less than 37 inches, please take your original
receipt and the Product to any Best Buy or Future Shop store. Make sure that you place
the Product in its original packaging or packaging that provides the same amount of
protection as the original packaging. If you purchased the Product from a Best Buy or
Future Shop online web site, mail your original receipt and the Product to the address
listed on the web site. Make sure that you put the Product in its original packaging or
packaging that provides the same amount of protection as the original packaging.
To obtain in-home warranty service for a television with a screen 37 inches or larger, in
the United States call 1-888-BESTBUY, Canada call 1-866-BESTBUY for Future Shop call
1-800-663-2275. Call agents will diagnose and correct the issue over the phone or will
have a Dynex-approved repair technician dispatched to your home.
Where is the warranty valid?
This warranty is valid only to the original purchaser of the product in the United States
and Canada at Best Buy or Future Shop branded retail stores or websites.
What does the warranty not cover?
This warranty does not cover:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Customer instruction/education
Installation
Set up adjustments
Cosmetic damage
Damage due to acts of God, such as power surges
Accident(s)
Misuse
Abuse
Negligence
Commercial purposes/use, including but not limited to use in a place of business
or in communal areas of a multiple dwelling condominium or apartment
complex, or otherwise used in a place of other than a private home.
Modification of any part of the Product, including the antenna
Plasma display panel damaged by static (non-moving) images applied for
lengthy periods (burn-in).
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Damage due to incorrect operation or maintenance
Connection to an incorrect voltage or power supply
Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Dynex to service the Product
Products sold “as is” or “with all faults”
Consumables, including but not limited to batteries (i.e. AA, AAA, C etc.)
Products where the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed
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Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC
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.
ENGLISH
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