Dynex DX-24L200A12 User Manual

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24” LCD TV

DX-24L200A12

USER GUIDE

Dynex DX-24L200A12

24” LCD TV

Contents

CHILD SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Installing the stand or wall-mount bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Installing the stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Installing a wall-mount bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

TV components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Back and Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Making connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

What connection should I use? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Connecting power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Connecting a cable or satellite box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connecting a VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Connecting a camcorder or game console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting a basic home theater system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting a home theater system with multiple devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Installing remote control batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Aiming the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Turning on your TV for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Understanding the basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Turning your TV on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Selecting the video input source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using the on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Navigating the menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Selecting a channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Viewing program information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Adjusting the picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Adjusting the TV picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Adjusting the computer image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Adjusting the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Adjusting sound settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing TV audio only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Changing channel settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Automatically scanning for channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Hiding channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Setting up a favorite channel list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Viewing a favorite channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Adding or changing a channel label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Checking the digital signal strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Setting parental controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Setting or changing the password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Setting parental control levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Blocking unrated TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Locking control buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Downloading rating information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Using closed captioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Turning closed captioning on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Selecting the analog closed captioning mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Customizing digital closed captioning styles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Adjusting time settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Adjusting menu settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Selecting the menu language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Labeling an input source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Restoring settings to default . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

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Maintaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Video and audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Programming universal remote controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Programming a different universal remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

For additional help and information… . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Common universal remote control codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Legal notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

One-year limited warranty - Dynex Televisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Definitions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

How long does the coverage last? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

What does this warranty cover? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

How to obtain warranty service? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Where is the warranty valid? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

What does the warranty not cover? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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.

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

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 w all 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

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.

This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying your TV.

1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with a dry cloth. 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.

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.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

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.

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.

15 The wall plug is the disconnecting device. The plug

must remain readily operable.

16 An apparatus with three-prong, grounding-type

plug is a Class I apparatus, which needs to be grounded to prevent possible electric shock. Make 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.

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.

Lightning

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Important safety instructions

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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.

Cautions

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 often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore your TV to its normal operation.

• If your TV has been dropped or damaged in any way.

• When your TV exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Outdoor antenna grounding

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.

1 2

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.

Condensation

Moisture forms 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.

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.

End of life directives

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.

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.

Note

The appearance of the product in this User Guide may differ from your actual product, and is for explanatory purposes only.

Antenna lead-in wire

1 2

Grounding clamp

Antenna discharge unit

Grounding conductors

Ground clamps

Power service grounding

electrode system

Electric service equipment

3 4

5 6

Installing the stand or wall-mount bracketDX-24L200A12

Installing the stand or wall-mount bracket

Notes

• If you plan to wall-mount your TV, do not install the stand.

• Store the stand and stand screws in case you decide to use the stand in the future.

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.

2 Align the stand with the column, insert, then twist

until you hear it snap into place.

4 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.

Note

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.

TV components

7.87 in. (200 mm)

3.94 in. (100 mm)

Wall mount bracket holes

Installing a wall-mount bracket

Warnin g

This apparatus is intended to be supported by a UL Listed wall mount bracket.

To attach your TV to a wall-mount bracket:

1 Carefully place your TV screen face-down on a

cushioned, clean surface to protect the screen from damages and scratches.

2 Push the button marked PUSH, then rotate the

stand counterclockwise and remove it.

3 Remove the six screws that secure the stand column

to the TV, then remove the column.

Package contents

• Remote control and batteries (2 AAA)

• Stand with screws

• Composite cable

•Quick Setup Guide

TV components

Front Back and Side

2 3 4 5

+LOV-LOVUNEM

POWERINPUT

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6 7

# Item Description

Press to open the INPUT SOURCE list, then

 or  to select a video input source.

INPUT

press For more information, see “Selecting the video input source” on page 18.

Press to open the on-screen menu. For more

information, see “Navigating the menus” on page 18.

/CH 

VOL+/VOL– Press to increase or decrease the volume.

Press to go to the next or previous channel in the channel list.

Press to turn your TV on or off (standby

(Power)

mode). When your TV is in standby mode, power still flows through it. To completely disconnect power, unplug the power cord.

Remote sensor

Receives the signals from the remote control. Do not block.

Lights blue when your TV is turned on. Lights red when your TV is in standby mode.

Power indicator

Flashes red when your TV receives no signal from VGA and enters DPMS mode.

For more information, see “Turning your TV on or off” on page 18.

SERVICE

HDMI 2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PORT

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

COMPONENT IN

YPBP

AV IN

AUDIO

L -

VIDEO

ANT / CABLE

DIGITAL OUTPUT

# Item Description

Service Port For software update only. Do not use.

Connect an HDMI device to these jacks. An HDMI cable carries both video and sound. You do not need to make an audio connection for an

HDMI1/HDMI2

HDMI device. For more information, see “Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player” on page 11, or “Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires a sound connection)” on page 12.

Connect the video for a computer to

PC IN VGA

this jack. For more information, see “Connecting a computer” on page 14.

Connect the audio from a computer or a DVI device to this jack. For more

PC IN AUDIO

information, see “Connecting a computer” on page 14 or “Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires a sound connection)” on page 12.

Connect the video for a component

COMPONENT IN Y, P

video device to these jacks. For more

B, PR

information, see “Using component video (better)” on page 9.

Connect the video for a composite video device, such as a VCR, to these

AV IN V IDEO

jacks. For more information, see “Using composite video (good)” on page 10, or “see "Using VGA" on page 14.

The component video jacks (COMPONENT IN Y, P

B, PR) share

these audio jacks with the composite video jack (AV IN VIDEO).

Connect the audio for a component video device connected to the Y, P PR jacks. For more information, see

L/R AUDIO IN

“Using component video (better)” on page 9.

-ORConnect the audio for a composite

video device connected to the AV IN VIDEO jack. For more information, see “Using composite video (good)” on page 13 or see "Connecting a VCR" on page 13.

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# Item Description

Connect an antenna or cable TV to this

ANT/CABLE IN

jack. For more information, see "Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box)" on page 11.

Connect headphones to this jack. For

(headphone)

more information, see “Connecting headphones” on page 15.

Connect a digital sound system to this

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

jack. For more information, see “Connecting a basic home theater system” on page 16.

Remote control

VOL CH

MUTE

FAVOR ITE

VIDEO

COMP

ZOO M

PICTURE

HDMI

MTS/SAP

SLEEP

AUDIO

VGA

CH-LIST

CCD

# Button Description

Press to open the INPUT SOURCE list, then

 or  to select a video input source.

INPUT

press For more information, see “Selecting the video input source” on page 18.

Numbers

Press to enter channel numbers and the parental control password.

Press to enter a digital sub-channel number.

. (Dot)

For more information, see “Selecting a channel” on page 19.

Press to display TV status information, such as the channel number, channel name (if

INFO

available), or signal source. For more information, see “Viewing program information” on page 19.

   

ENTER Press to confirm selections or changes.

Press to navigate through the on-screen menus and adjust settings.

MENU Press to open the on-screen menu.

MUTE

Press to mute the sound. Press again to restore the sound.

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# Button Description

VOL+/VOL– Press to increase or decrease the volume.

Press to select the input source. VIDEO—Press to select the device

connected to the AV IN jacks. HDMI—Press one or more times to select

the device connected to the HDMI1 or

Video Input

SLEEP

ZOOM

PICTURE

(Power)

RECALL Press to go to the last viewed channel.

GUIDE

EXIT Press to close the on-screen menu.

CH+ / CH–

FAV OR IT E

MTS/SAP

CH-LIST

CCD

AUDIO

HDMI2 jack. TV—Press to select the TV input source.

COMP—Press to select the device connected to the COMPONEN T video jacks.

VGA—Press to select the device connected

to the PC IN VGA jack.

Press to set the sleep timer. For more information, see “Setting the sleep timer” on page 30.

Press to select the aspect ratio. For more information, see “Adjusting the TV picture” on page 19.

Press to select the picture mode. You can select Vivi d, Standard, Energy Saving, or Custom. For more information, see “Adjusting the TV picture” 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.

Press to display the program guide. For more information, see “Viewing program information” on page 19.

Press to go to the next or previous channel in the channel list. For more information, see “Selecting a channel” on page 19.

Press to open the Favo rite s channel list. For more information, see “Setting up a favorite channel list” on page 23 and “Viewing a favorite channel” on page 23.

In analog TV mode, press to select Stereo, Mono, or SAP. For more information, see “Adjusting sound settings” on page 21.

Press to open the channel list.

Press to turn closed captioning on or off. You can select On, Off, or CC On Mute. For more information, see “Turning closed captioning on or off” on page 28.

Press to select an audio mode. You can select Standard, News, Music, Movie, or Custom. For more information, see “Adjusting sound settings” on page 21.

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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.

Use the following tables to identify cables:

Connection type and jack

HDMI

video/audio

Component

video (requires

an audio

connection)

Composite

video (requires

an audio

connection)

Coaxial

video/audio

Connection type and jack

Analog audio

VGA

(computer)

video and

audio

Video quality

Best (use this

if your

devices have

HDMI)

Better than composite,

or coaxial

Better than

coaxial

Good

Cable connector

Cable connectors

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You can use the 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.

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.

Connecting power

To connect the power:

• Plug the AC power cord into an AC 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.

• The AC power cord is permanently attached to the back of your TV. Do not try to pull it out.

Connecting a cable or satellite box

Many cable or satellite TV boxes have more than one connection type. To get the best video, you should use the best connection type available. For more information, see “What connection should I use?” on page 7.

Notes

• If the signal level for a channel is weak, the picture may be distorted. Adjust the antenna or use a highly directional outdoor or set-top antenna with a built-in amplifier.

• If the picture quality is good on some channels and poor on others, the problem may be caused by a poor or weak signal from the broadcaster or cable TV provider.

• If you connect to cable or satellite TV without a set-top box and experience poor picture quality, you may need to install a set-top box to improve signal reception and picture quality. Contact your cable or satellite TV provider about upgrading to a set-top box.

• Many high-definition (HD) channels upscale standard-definition (SD) content. The picture displayed on your TV is still displayed as SD, thus the picture quality will not be as clear or crisp as it would be if the content was originally recorded in HD.

Using HDMI (best)

To connect a cable or satellite box using HDMI:

1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. 2 Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack

to the cable-in jack on the cable or satellite box.

3 Connect an HDMI cable (not provided) to one of the

HDMI jacks on the back of your TV and to the HDMI OUT jack on the cable or satellite box.

75 ohm coaxial cable

Cable or satellite box

HDMI cable

Back of TV

AV IN

SERVICE

PORT

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

COMPONENT IN

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

YPBP

AUDIO

L -

ANT / CABLE

VIDEO

4 Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite

box.

5 Go through the setup wizard on page 17.

Note

An HDMI cable carries both audio and video. You do not need to use any audio cables.

DIGITAL OUTPUT

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Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio connection)

Note

A DVI device must be connected to the HDMI1 jack. If you connect a DVI device to the HDMI2 jack, you will not hear any audio.

To connect a cable or satellite box using DVI:

1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. 2 Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack

to the cable-in jack on the cable or satellite box.

3 Connect an HDMI-DVI adapter (not provided) to one

end of an HDMI cable (not provided), then connect it to the DVI OUT jack on the cable or satellite box.

4 Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the

HDMI1 jack on the back of your TV.

Cable or satellite box

75 ohm coaxial cable

Using component video (better)

To connect a cable or satellite box using component video:

1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. 2 Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack

to the cable-in jack on the cable or satellite box.

3 Connect a component video cable (not provided) to

the COMPONENT IN/Y, PB, PR jacks on the back of your TV and to the component video out jacks on the cable or satellite box.

Cable or satellite box

75 ohm coaxial cable

Cables are often color-coded to match

SERVICE

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

Back of TV

AV IN

COMPONENT IN

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

YPBP

L -

- R

AUDIO

VIDEO

ANT / CABLE

color-coded jacks.

DIGITAL OUTPUT

Componen t video cab le

HDMI cable with HDMI-DVI adapter

SERVICE

PORT

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PC / DVI

AUDIO IN

COMPONENT IN

YPBP

VIDEO

Back of TV

AV IN

L -

AUDIO

ANT / CABLE

3.5 mm audio cable

5 Connect a 3.5 mm audio cable (not provided) to the

PC AUDIO IN jack on the back of your TV and to the AUDIO OUT jack on the cable or satellite box.

6 Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite

box.

7 Go through the setup wizard on page 17.

Audio cable

DIGITAL OUTPUT

4 Connect an audio cable (not provided) to the L and

R audio jacks on the side of your TV and to the audio

out jack on the cable or satellite TV box.

5 Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite

box.

6 Go through the setup wizard on page 17.

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Using composite video (good)

To connect a cable or satellite box using composite video:

1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. 2 Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack

to the cable-in jack on the cable or satellite box.

3 Connect a composite cable (provided) to the VIDEO,

L, and R 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

75 ohm coaxial cable

Back of TV

AV IN

SERVICE

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PORT

COMPONENT IN

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

YPBP

AUDIO

L -

VIDEO

ANT / CABLE

DIGITAL OUTPUT

Cables are o ften color-coded to match color-coded jacks.

Composit e cable

4 Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite

box.

5 Go through the setup wizard on page 17.

Using coaxial (good)

To connect a cable or satellite box using coaxial:

1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. 2 Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack

to the cable-in jack on the cable or satellite box.

3 Connect a coaxial cable (not provided) to the

ANT/CABLE IN jack on the side of your T V and to the

coaxial out jack on the cable or satellite box.

Cable or satellite box

75 ohm coaxial cable

Coaxial c able

Back of TV

COMPONENT IN

SERVICE

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PORT

PC / DVI

AUDIO IN

YPBP

AV IN

L -

AUDIO

VIDEO

ANT / CABLE

DIGITAL OUTPUT

4 Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite

box.

5 Go through the setup wizard on page 17.

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.

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Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box)

To connect an antenna or cable TV (no box):

1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. 2 Connect a coaxial cable (not provided) to the

ANT/CABLE IN jack on the back of your TV and to

the antenna or cable TV wall jack.

Coaxial c able

Back of TV

COMPONENT IN

SERVICE

PORT

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

3 Turn on your TV, then go through the setup wizard

on page 17.

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.

YPBP

AV IN

L - AUDIO - R

VIDEO

ANT / CABLE

DIGITAL OUTPUT

Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player

Using HDMI

To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using HDMI:

1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged

and the DVD or Blu-ray player is turned off.

2 Connect an HDMI cable (not provided) to one of the

HDMI1 or HDMI2 jacks on the back of your TV and to the HDMI OUT jack on the DVD or Blu-ray player.

DVD or Blu-ray player

HDMI cable

Back of TV

COMPONENT IN

SERVICE

PORT

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PC / DVI

AUDIO IN

To play from a DVD or Blu-ray player:

1 Turn on your TV, then press INPUT to open the

INPUT SOURCE list.

2 Press  or  to select HDMI, then press ENTER.

Note

You can also press HDMI one or more times to select HDMI1 or HDMI2.

3 Turn on the DVD or Blu-ray player.

YPBP

AV IN

L -

VIDEO

DIGITAL

ANT / CABLE

OUTPUT

AUDIO -

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Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires a sound connection)

To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using DVI:

1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged

and the DVD or Blu-ray player is turned off.

2 Connect an HDMI-DVI adapter (not provided) to one

end of an HDMI cable (not provided).

3 Connect the HDMI-DVI adapter to the HDMI1 jack

on the back of your TV and to the DVI OUT jack on the DVD or Blu-ray player.

DVD or Blu-ray player

HDMI cable with DVI adapter

Back of TV

AV IN

SERVICE

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PORT

3.5 mm audio cable

COMPONENT IN

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

YPBP

AUDIO

L -

VIDEO

4 Connect a 3.5 mm audio cable with stereo mini plug

(not provided) to the PC AUDIO IN jack on the back of your TV and to the AUDIO OUT jack on the DVI device.

Note

When you connect the audio using the PC AUDIO IN jack, the audio output is analog.

To play from a DVI device:

1 Turn on your TV and the DVD or Blu-ray player. 2 Press INPUT to open the INPUT SOURCE list. 3 Press  or  to select HDMI1, then press ENTER.

Note

You can also press HDMI repeatedly to select HDMI1.

Using component video (better)

To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using component video:

1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged

and the component video device is turned off.

2 Connect a component video cable (not provided) to

the COMPONENT IN/Y, P your TV and to the COMPONENT OUT jacks on the component video device.

SERVICE

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PORT

DIGITAL OUTPUT

- R

ANT / CABLE

Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks.

COMPONENT IN

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

YPBP

B, PR jacks on the back of

DVD or Blu-ray player

Back of TV

AV IN

AUDIO

L -

VIDEO

DIGITAL OUTPUT

- R

ANT / CABLE

Audio cable

Component video cable

3 Connect an audio cable (not provided) to the L and

R audio jacks on the side of your TV and to the L/R AUDIO OUT jacks on the component video device.

Note

When you connect the audio using the L and R audio jacks, the audio output is analog.

To play from the component video device:

1 Turn on your TV, then press INPUT to open the

INPUT SOURCE list.

2 Press  or  to select Component, then press

ENTER.

Note

You can also pr ess COM P to select the component video device.

4 Turn on the DVD or Blu-ray player.

3 Turn on the DVD or Blu-ray player.

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Using composite video (good)

To connect a DVD or Blu-ray player using composite video:

1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged

and the composite video device is turned off.

2 Connect a composite cable (provided) to the VIDEO

and L and R audio jacks on the back of your TV and to the AV OU T jacks on the composite video device.

Note

When you connect the audio using the L and R audio jacks, the audio output is analog.

DVD or Blu-ray player

Back of TV

AV IN

SERVICE

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PORT

COMPONENT IN

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

YPBP

L - AUDIO - R

VIDEO

ANT / CABLE

DIGITAL OUTPUT

Connecting a VCR

To co nnect a VCR:

1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged

and the VCR is turned off.

2 Connect a composite cable (provided) to the VIDEO

and L and R audio jacks on the side of your TV and to the AV O UT jacks on the VCR.

Note

When you connect the audio using the L and R audio jacks, the audio output is analog.

Back of TV

COMPONENT IN

SERVICE

PORT

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

YPB PR

AV IN

L - AUDIO - R

VIDEO

ANT / CABLE

DIGITAL OUTPUT

VCR

Composit e cable

Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. Connect yellow to yellow, red to red, and white to white.

To play from the composite video device:

1 Turn on your TV, then press INPUT to open the

INPUT SOURCE list.

2 Press  or  to select AV, then press ENTER.

Note

You can also press VIDEO to select the composite device.

3 Turn on the DVD or Blu-ray player.

Composit e cable

Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. Connect ye llow to yellow, red to red, and w hite to white.

To play from the VCR:

1 Turn on your TV, then press INPUT to open the

INPUT SOURCE list.

2 Press  or  to select AV, then press ENTER.

Note

You can also press VIDEO to select the VCR.

3 Turn on the VCR.

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Connecting a camcorder or game console

To connect a camcorder or game console:

1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged

and the camcorder or game console is turned off.

2 Connect a composite cable (provided) to the VIDEO

and L and R audio jacks on the back of your TV and to the AV OUT jacks on the camcorder or game console.

Note

When you connect the audio using the L and R audio jacks, the audio output is analog.

Camcorder or game console

Compo site cab le

Back of TV

AV IN

SERVICE

PORT

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

COMPONENT IN

PC / DVI

AUDIO IN

YPB PR

AUDIO

L -

- R

VIDEO

ANT / CABLE

DIGITAL OUTPUT

Connecting a computer

Tip

Some computers have an HDMI jack. You can use an HDMI cable to connect the computer for a better picture.

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 provided) to the VGA IN

jack on the back of your TV and to the VGA jack on the computer.

SERVICE

HDMI 2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PORT

Back of TV

AV IN

COMPONENT IN

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

YPBP

AUDIO

L -

VIDEO

ANT / CABLE

DIGITAL

OUTPUT

Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. Connect yellow to yellow, red to red, and white to white.

To play from the camcorder or game console:

1 Turn on your TV, then press INPUT to open the

INPUT SOURCE list.

2 Press  or  to select AV, then press ENTER.

Note

You can also press VIDEO to select the device.

3 Turn on the camcorder or game console.

Audio cable with stereo mini plug

VGA cable

3 Connect an audio cable with stereo mini plug (not

provided) to the PC IN AUDIO jack on the back of your TV and to the LINE OUT or AUDIO OUT jack on the computer.

To play video from the computer:

1 Turn on your TV, then press INPUT to open the

INPUT SOURCE list.

2 Press  or  to select VGA, then press ENTER. 3 Turn on the computer and adjust the display

properties if necessary.

Note

You can also pr ess VGA to select the computer.

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Using HDMI

To connect a computer using HDMI:

1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged

and the computer is turned off.

2 Connect an HDMI cable (not provided) to one of the

HDMI jacks on the back of your TV and to the HDMI OUT jack on the computer.

HDMI cable

SERVICE

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PORT

COMPONENT IN

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

YPBP

Back of TV

AV IN

L - AUDIO - R

ANT / CABLE

VIDEO

To play video from the computer:

1 Turn on your TV, then press INPUT to open the

INPUT SOURCE list.

2 Press  or  to select HDMI1 or HDMI2, then press

ENTER.

Note

You can also press HDMI repeatedly to select HDMI1 or HDMI2.

Connecting headphones

The TV speakers are muted when headphones are attached.

Warni ng

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.

DIGITAL OUTPUT

Back of TV

AV IN

SERVICE

HDMI 2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PORT

COMPONENT IN

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

YPBP

AUDIO

L -

VIDEO

ANT / CABLE

DIGITAL OUTPUT

3 Turn on the computer and adjust the display

properties if necessary.

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Connecting a basic home theater system

To connect a basic home theater system using digital audio:

1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged

and the home system is turned off.

2 Connect a digital coaxial audio cable (not provided)

to the DIGITAL OUT jack on the side of your TV and to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN jack on the home theater system.

Home theater system

Back of TV

AV IN

SERVICE

HDMI2 HDMI 1 / DVI VGA

PORT

COMPONENT IN

PC / DVI AUDIO IN

YPBP

AUDIO

L -

VIDEO

ANT / CABLE

DIGITAL OUTPUT

Digital coaxial audio cable

Remember to use the best connection types available for the best picture and sound. For information about connection types, see “see "What connection should I use?" on page 7.

Using the remote control

Installing remote control batteries

To install the remote control batteries:

1 While pressing the cover release latch on the back of

the remote control, lift the cover off the remote control.

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.

3 Replace the battery cover.

Connecting a home theater system with multiple devices

Notes

When connecting an AV receiver with the ARC function, we recommend that you connect the AV receiver’s HDMI OUT jack to your TV’s HDMI (ARC) jack by using an HDMI-ARC compliant cable.

In the following situations, the HDMI cable routes Dolby Digital audio to the AV receiver, so you do not need to connect a separate digital audio cable:

• When you have a game console connected to your TV’s HDMI jack.

• When you watch a program through an antenna or cable TV connected to the ANT/CABLE IN jack.

Blu-ray player/DVD player/VCR

Game console or camera

AV re ceiv er

Cable or satelli te TV box

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.

• Make sure that batteries are disposed of correctly. Do not burn or incinerate.

Notes

• Do not mix batteries of different types.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Remove batteries when the charge is depleted.

• If the remote control is not going to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries.

Aiming the remote control

To aim the remote control:

• Point the remote control towards the remote sensor on the front of your TV.

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.

Turning on your TV for the first time

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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, date and time, picture mode, and TV signal source.

To set up your TV:

1 Make sure that you have:

• Installed the remote control batteries. (See page 16 for details).

• Connected an antenna, cable TV, or satellite TV. (See page 8 to page 11 for details.)

• Connected the power cord. (See page 8 for details.)

2 Press (Power), then wait several seconds. The

Choose Your Menu Language screen opens.

Enter

MENU EXIT

Set menu language to English, Franceis, or Espanol

BackSelectMove

3 Press  or  to highlight a language, then press

ENTER. The Choose Your Time Setting screen opens.

Style

If Automatic,options are automatically set by TV source

Choose your Time Setting

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

4 Press  or  to highlight Mode, then press  or 

to select Manual (to set the date and time manually), or Auto (to set the date and time automatically from a TV signal source, based on the time zone you select).

5 Press  or  to highlight Time Zone, then press  or

 to select your time zone. Choices include Eastern,

Central, Mountain, Pacific, Alaska, Hawaii, Atlantic, or Newfoundland.

6 Press  or  to highlight Daylight Savings, then

 or  to select On (if your viewing area

press observes Daylight Savings Time), or Off (if your viewing area does not observe Daylight Savings Time).

7 If you selected Manual for Mode, set the date by

pressing then press  or  to change the setting.

 or  to highlight Year, Month, or Day,

8 If you selected Manual for Mode, set the time by

pressing to highlight the hour, minute, or AM/PM.

 or  to highlight Time, then press  or 

9 Press  or  to adjust the setting.

Exit

Enter

Exit

10 Press ENTER. The Choose Your Picture Mode screen

opens.

Enter

MENU EXIT

Reduces total power consumption

BackSelectMove

Exit

11 Press  or  to highlight Home Mode or Retail

Mode, then press ENTER.

If you selected Home Mode, the Choose Your TV Source screen opens.

RF CH 0

MENU EXIT

Select Antenna if using an antenna for standard or HD TV

BackSelectMove

Exit

-ORIf you selected Retail Mode, a message appears “If you select Retail Mode, then Energy saving is

not realized.” Select Ye s to continue, or select No to exit.

12 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.

• During the auto channel scan your TV searches for digital channels first. When the digital channel search is complete, a message appears asking if you want to search for analog channels. Select Ye s to continue searching for analog channels, or No to stop searching for channels.

Note

The channel scan can take up to 20+ minutes. You can press EXIT at any time to stop the auto scan, but you will need to run the auto scan again to create a channel list.

13 To w atc h 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.

• 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.

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Understanding the basics

Turning your TV on or off

To turn your TV on or off:

1 Make sure that the power cord is connected to a

power outlet.

2 Press (Power) to turn on your TV. The power

indicator LED turns blue.

3 Press (Power) again to turn off your TV. Your TV

enters Standby mode.

Selecting the video input source

To select the video input source:

1 Turn on your TV, then press INPUT. The INPUT

SOURCE list opens.

INPUT SOURCE

Component

Audio menu (TV mode)

Sound Mode Treble Bass Balance Auto Volume

Digital Audio/SPDIF RAW

Audio Language MTS/SAP

Reset Audio Settings

Adjust settings to affect sound quality

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Settings menu (TV mode)

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Channels menu (TV mode)

Off

English

Mono

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

2 Press  or  to highlight the video input source,

then press ENTER. You can also press a direct input button on the remote control to select the video input source.

•Press VIDEO to select the device connected to the AV IN jacks.

•Press HDMI to select a device connected to an HDMI jack.

•Press TV to select the TV input source.

•Press COMP to select the device connected to the COMPONENT video jacks.

•Press VGA to select the device connected to the

PC IN VGA jack.

Using the on-screen menus

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.

Picture menu (TV mode)

Auto Channel Scan

Add/Skip Channels

Favorites Channel Label

Channel Strength Audio Only Auto Zoom

Adjust the audio with the picture turned off

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Navigating the menus

MMEENNUU

Press MENU to open the on-screen menu.

Press

 or  to move the cursor on the

screen or to adjust a selected item.

 or  to select menu options.

Press

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

Press ENTER to confirm a selection or

enter a sub-menu.

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BackSelectMove

Exit

MMEENNUU

EEXXIITT

Press MENU to return to the previous menu.

Press EXIT to close the menu.

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Selecting a channel

To select a channel:

• Press CH+ or CH– to go to the next or previous channel on the memorized channel list.

• 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.

• Press RECALL to go to the last viewed channel. Press RECALL again to return to the channel you were watching.

• Press CH-LIST to open the channel list, press to highlight a channel, then press ENTER. Hidden channels are grayed out on the Channel list.

• Press FAV OR IT E to open the favorite channel list,

 or  to highlight a channel, then press

press ENTER.

Note

If a list has more than one page, press  or  to scroll through the pages.

Adjusting the volume

To adjust the volume:

• Press VOL+ or VOL– to increase or decrease the volume.

• Press MUTE to turn off the sound. Press MUTE again to turn the sound back on.

Viewing program information

To view channel information:

• Press INFO to view an information banner. The information banner shows the current program information such as channel number, video input source, and resolution.

• 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.

 or 

Adjusting the picture

Adjusting the TV picture

To adjust the TV picture:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight an option, press  or  to

adjust the setting, or press sub-menu. You can select:

• Picture Mode—Selects the picture mode. You can select:

• Vivid—Provides 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.

• Standard—Provides a standard picture. Moderately increases the contrast, brightness, and sharpness. This selection is good for standard TV broadcasts.

• Energy Saving—Reduces the brightness and backlight levels to save energy. You TV has a backlight that provides light for displaying the picture. Your TV uses less energy when you reduce this backlight.

• Custom—Lets you manually customize the picture settings such as brightness, contrast, and sharpness.

Note

You can also press PICTURE on your remote control to select the picture mode.

• Contrast—Adjusts the brightness of the light areas of the picture.

• Brightness—Adjusts the brightness of the dark areas of the picture.

• 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.

• Backlight—Sets the overall brilliance of the screen (not available when Picture Mode is set to ENERGY SAVING).

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

 or ENTER to go to the

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• Advanced Video—Opens the Advanced Video sub-menu where you can adjust additional video options.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Color Temperature Cool

Noise Reduction Middle

Advanced Contrast

Change the overall color cast of the picture

• Color Temperature—Selects the color temperature. You can select Cool (to enhance the blues), Normal, or Warm (to enhance the reds).

• Aspect Ratio—Selects the aspect ratio of the picture.

Aspect ratio option Example

Normal:

Displays the original 4:3 aspect ratio with vertical black bars on the left and right of the image. If the original aspect ratio is 16:9, the image displays in 16:9.

Zoom:

Expands the image to fill the screen. The top and bottom of the image may be cropped.

Wide:

Use this option to view content recorded in a 16:9 (wide-screen) aspect ratio.

Cinema:

Stretches the image at the edges, but keeps a clear image in the center.

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MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

• Advanced Contrast—Opens a sub-menu where you can adjust the following:

• Adaptive Contrast–Automatically adjusts picture detail and brightness. You can select On or Off.

• Dynamic Contrast Ratio—Enhances the contrast ratio between light and dark areas of the picture. You can select On or Off. If this is set to On, Backlight cannot be adjusted.

• Reset Picture Settings—Reset all picture settings to factory mode.

Exit

3 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Adjusting the computer image

To adjust the computer image:

1 Make sure that your TV is in VGA mode. For more

information, see “Selecting the video input source” on page 18.

2 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

3 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens.

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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Auto:

The picture display is adjusted to the correct aspect ratio automatically (TV mode only). This setting is only active when Auto Zoom in the Channels menu is set to On.

Note

You can also press ZOOM to select the aspect ratio.

• Noise Reduction—Selects the noise reduction mode to reduce picture noise (snow). You can select Low, Middle, Strong, or Off.

•Overscan—This feature extends part of the display past the visible area of the screen. The resulting picture will “zoom in” on the image center. You can select On or Off.

4 Press  or  to highlight Computer Settings, then

press ENTER. The Settings-Computer settings menu opens.

Auto Adjust H.Position V.Position Clock Phase

Reset Computer Settin.

Adjust to the PC signal timing automatically when ON

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

5 Press  or  to highlight an option, then press  or

 to adjust the option. You can select:

• Auto Adjust—Automatically adjusts the image settings such as position and phase.

• H. Position—Moves the image right or left.

• V. Position—Moves the image up or down.

• Clock—Adjusts the sample frequency.

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• Phase—Adjusts the focus of stable images.

• Reset Computer Settings—Resets computer settings to factory default.

6 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Adjusting the sound

Adjusting sound settings

To adjust the sound settings:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Audio, then press . The

Audio menu opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

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MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

• SAP–to listen to a secondary audio program (if available).

Note

You can also press MTS/SAP on the remote control one or more times to select the audio mode.

• Reset Audio Settings— Resets all audio settings to factory defaults.

4 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Playing TV audio only

You can turn off the picture on your TV and listen to the program audio only.

To play TV audio only:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

Picture Audio Settings Channels

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MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

Sound Mode Treble Bass Balance Auto Volume

Digital Audio/SPDIF PCM

Audio Language MTS/SAP Reset Audio Settings

Adjust settings to affect sound quality

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Off

English

Mono

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

3 Press  or  to highlight an option, then press  or

 to adjust the setting. You can select:

• Sound Mode—Selects the EQ sound mode. You can select Standard, News, Music, Movie, or Custom.

Note

You can also press AUD IO on the remote control to select the audio mode.

• Tre ble —Adjusts the high sounds.

• Bass—Adjusts the low sounds.

• Balance—Adjusts the balance between the left and right audio channels.

• Auto Volume—Adjusts the volume to keep the volume level consistent when switching channels or when switching from a TV show to a commercial. You can select On or Off.

• Audio Language—Selects the default language track when watching digital TV programs. Options include English, Français (French), and Español (Spanish).

• MTS/SAP—Selects the default language stream when watching analog TV. You can select:

• MONO–if there is noise or static on weak stereo broadcasts.

• STEREO–for programs broadcast in stereo.

2 Press  or  to highlight Channels, then press .

The Channels menu opens.

Auto Channel Scan

Add/Skip Channels

Favorites Channel Label

Channel Strength Audio Only Auto Zoom

Adjust the audio with the picture turned off

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

3 Press  or  to highlight Audio Only, then press 

or  to select On.

4 Press EXIT to close the menu. After pressing EXIT,

the picture turns off in approximately 3 to 5 seconds.

Notes

• Audio only works only when the input source is TV and your TV is receiving a broadcast signal.

• To exit Audio Only mode, press any button. When you exit audio only mode, the Audio

Only option is automatically reset to Off.

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Changing channel settings

Automatically scanning for channels

When you scan for channels, your TV searches for channels available in your viewing area 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. 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 again.

Note

You do not need to scan for channels unless the available channels have changed since you ran the Setup Wizard. For more information, see “Turning on your TV for the first time” on page 17.

To automatically scan for channels:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Channels, then press .

The Channels menu opens with Auto Channel Scan highlighted.

Auto Channel Scan

Add/Skip Channels

Favorites Channel Label

Channel Strength Audio Only Auto Zoom

Adjust the audio with the picture turned off

3 Press  or  to select your signal type. You can

select:

• Antenna—Select this option if you use an antenna. Your TV scans for analog (VHF and UHF) and digital channels in your area.

• Cable—Select this option if you have cable TV and do not have a cable TV box. Your TV scans for analog and digital channels in your area.

• Cable/Satellite Box—Select this option if you use a cable or satellite TV box. Your TV does not scan for channels because the cable or satellite TV box provides the channel information.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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4 Press ENTER to start the auto channel scan.

RF CH 0

MENU EXIT

Select Antenna if using an antenna for standard or HD TV

BackSelectMove

Exit

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 scanning, the TV displays a progress report.

- OrIf you selected Cable/Satellite Box, the channel

search is not necessary.

Note

You can press EXIT at any time to stop scanning, but you must run the scan later to complete the process.

Hiding channels

You can hide channels in the channel list. When you press CH+ or CH–, 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:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Channels, then press .

The Channels menu opens.

Auto Channel Scan

Add/Skip Channels

Favorites Channel Label

Channel Strength Audio Only Auto Zoom

Adjust the audio with the picture turned off

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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3 Press  or  to highlight Add/Skip Channels, then

press ENTER. The channel list opens.

Channel No. Channel Name Show

Manually add and skip channels in your program list

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

4 Press  or  to highlight the channel you want to

hide, then press ENTER. The check mark disappears.

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 to scroll through the pages.

5 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Setting up a favorite channel list

You can create a favorite channel list to make it easier to tune to your favorite channels.

To set up a favorite channel list:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Channels, then press .

The Channels menu opens.

Auto Channel Scan

Add/Skip Channels

Favorites Channel Label

Channel Strength Audio Only Auto Zoom

Adjust the audio with the picture turned off

3 Press  or  to highlight Favorites, then press

ENTER. The Channels-favorites list opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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 or 

4 Press  or  to highlight the channel you want to

add to the favorites list, then press ENTER. A check mark appears.

Notes

• 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.

• If the list has more than one page, press to scroll through the pages.

5 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Viewing a favorite channel

To view a favorite channel:

1 Press FA VOR IT E on your remote control. The

Fav ori tes channel list opens.

2 Press  or  to highlight a channel, then press

ENTER to tune to the channel.

Adding or changing a channel label

If a channel is not already labeled, you can label the channel to make it easier to identify. You can also relabel a channel that is already labeled.

To add or change a channel label:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Channels, then press .

The Channels menu opens.

Auto Channel Scan

Add/Skip Channels

Favorites Channel Label

Channel Strength Audio Only Auto Zoom

Adjust the audio with the picture turned off

3 Press  or  to highlight Channel Label, then press

ENTER. The Channel Label screen opens with the

channel number field highlighted.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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 or 

Channel No. Channel Name Favorites

Manually add and skip channels in your program list

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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4 Press  or  to select the channel you want to label,

then press

Create labels for channels, up to 11 characters

 to go to the channel label editing field.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

CH 2.1 T P T 2

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

5 Press  or  to select a character, then press  or 

to move to the previous or next position. Repeat this step to add more characters. You can enter as many as 11 characters.

6 When you have completed the label, press ENTER. 7 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Checking the digital signal strength

You can check the digital signal strength to determine if you need to adjust your antenna or digital cable input. The higher the signal strength, the less likely you are to experience picture degradation.

To check the digital signal strength:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Setting parental controls

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 the password.

Setting or changing the password

To set or change the password:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens with Parental Controls highlighted.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

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MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

Picture Audio Settings Channels

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MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

2 Press  or  to highlight Channels, then press .

The Channels menu opens.

Auto Channel Scan

Add/Skip Channels

Favorites Channel Label

Channel Strength Audio Only Auto Zoom

Adjust the audio with the picture turned off

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

3 Press  or  to highlight Channel Strength, then

press ENTER. The DTV signal strength is indicated by the color bar.

4 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

3 Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

Enter your 4-digit password. Default is 0000.

BackSelectMove

Exit

4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit

password. The default password is 0000. You should change the password to something you can remember. The Parental Controls menu opens.

Button Lock

Block Unrated TV System Lock US

Canada Change Password

RRT Setting Reset RRT

Turn parental controls off

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Off

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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5 Press  or  to highlight Change Password, then

press ENTER. The Password Entry screen opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Enter Old Password

Enter New Password Confirm Password

Enter a new 4-digit password then re-enter it to confirm

----

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

6 Press the number buttons to enter the old password,

then enter a new password. On the next line, enter the new password again to confirm it. The Parental Controls menu opens again.

Note

If you forget your password, enter 9999.

7 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Setting parental control levels

You can set parental control levels for the U.S. and Canada. The following procedure shows how to set controls for U.S. TV and movie ratings. You use similar steps for controlling Canadian TV ratings. Parental control settings are only applicable to programs that have a rating signal. If you prefer to block programs that have no rating signal, see “Blocking unrated TV” on page 26.

To set parental control levels:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

3 Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

Enter your 4-digit password. Default is 0000.

BackSelectMove

Exit

4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit

password. The Parental Controls menu opens.

Button Lock

Block Unrated TV System Lock US

Canada Change Password

RRT Setting Reset RRT

Turn parental controls off

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Off

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

5 Press  or  to highlight System Lock, then press 

or  to select On (to enable System Lock), or Off (to disable System Lock).

Note

If you want to set the US and Canada items, you must set it to On.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

Picture Audio Settings Channels

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MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens with Parental Controls highlighted.

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

6 Press  or  to highlight US (or Canada to set

controls for Canada), then press ENTER. The Ratings screen opens.

MPAA Ratings TV Ratings

Restrict movie and TV programs by US Ratings

Picture Audio Settings Channels

None

PG-13

NC-17

ALL FV L S V D

None

TV-Y

TV-Y7

TV-G

TV-PG

TV-14

TV-MA

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

7 Press  or  to highlight MPAA Ratings (or

Canadian English), then press

the rating you want to block, then press ENTER.

-OR-

 or  to highlight TV Ratings (or Canadian

Press French), then press  or ,  or  to highlight the rating you want to block, then press ENTER. That rating and all other higher ratings are blocked. Lock icons appear next to all locked ratings.

 or  to highlight

8 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

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Ratings

U.S. TV ratings (age-based)

None Not rated

TV-Y All children

TV-Y7 Children over seven years of age

TV-G General audiences

TV-PG Parental guidance suggested

TV-14 Parents strongly cautioned

TV-MA Mature audiences only

U.S. TV ratings (content-based)

All All ratings are blocked

FV Fantasy violence

L Adult language

S Sexual situations

VViolence

D Sexually suggestive dialog

U.S. movie (MPAA) ratings

None Movie not rated

G General audiences

PG Parental guidance suggested

PG-13 Suitable for children 13 and older

R Parental guidance suggested for

children under 17

NC-17 Not suitable for children under 17

XAdults only

Blocking unrated TV

Not all TV programs have a rating signal. You can block all unrated programs from displaying on your TV.

To block unrated TV:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens with Parental Controls highlighted.

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

3 Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Exit

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Canadian English ratings

E Exempt programming

CChildren

C8+ Children over 8 years old

G General audiences

PG Parental guidance

14+ Over 14 years old

18+ Adult programming

Canadian French ratings

EExempt programming

G General audiences

8 ans+ Over 8 years old

13 ans+ Over 13 years old

16 ans+ Over 16 years old

18 ans+ Adult programming

Enter your 4-digit password. Default is 0000.

BackSelectMove

Exit

MENU EXIT

4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit

password. The Parental Controls menu opens.

5 Press  or  to highlight System Lock, then press 

or  to select On.

Button Lock

Block Unrated TV System Lock US

Canada Change Password

RRT Setting Reset RRT

Turn parental controls off

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Off

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

6 Press  or  to highlight Block Unrated TV, then

 or  to select On (to block unrated TV), or

press

Off (to unblock unrated TV).

7 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

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Locking control buttons

You can lock the TV control buttons on the side of your TV. When the control buttons on your TV are locked, you can only operate the TV with the remote control.

To lock control buttons:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens with Parental Controls highlighted.

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

Picture Audio Settings Channels

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MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

Downloading rating information

To download rating information:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens with Parental Controls highlighted.

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

3 Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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3 Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

Enter your 4-digit password. Default is 0000.

BackSelectMove

Exit

4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit

password. The Parental Controls menu opens with Button Lock highlighted.

Button Lock

Block Unrated TV System Lock US

Canada Change Password

RRT Setting Reset RRT

Turn parental controls off

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Off

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

5 Press  or  to select Ye s (to lock the buttons), or No

(to unlock the buttons).

6 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

Enter your 4-digit password. Default is 0000.

BackSelectMove

Exit

4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit

password. The Parental Controls menu opens.

Button Lock

Block Unrated TV System Lock US

Canada Change Password

RRT Setting Reset RRT

Turn parental controls off

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Off

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

5 Press  or  to highlight System Lock, then press 

or  to select On.

Button Lock Block Unrated TV System Lock

US Canada Change Password

RRT Setting

Reset RRT

Picture Audio Settings Channels

No On Off

Set various TV options

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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6 Press  or  to highlight RRT Setting, then press

ENTER. If the program is broadcast with RRT5 rating

information, the information is downloaded automatically and can be used for parental controls.

Note

If you want to clear the downloaded rating information, select Reset RRT. The rating information is cleared. If rating information is broadcast by another program, your TV downloads the new rating information.

7 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Using closed captioning

Closed captions (CC or subtitles) are intended to provide people who are hearing impaired with access to TV programs. However, this feature is also useful for viewers who are learning a new language, beginning to read, or in a noisy environment. Text captions are displayed to transcribe speech and often other relevant sounds. Closed captioning availability and content depends on the broadcaster and may vary across programs in a channel.

Turning closed captioning on or off

To turn closed captioning on or off:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

3 Press  or  to highlight Closed Caption, then

press ENTER. The Settings-Closed Caption menu opens.

CC Mode Analog Caption Digital Caption

Digital CC Settings

Adjust Closed Captioning settings

Picture Audio Settings Channels

CC On When Mute

CC1 CS1

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

4 Press  or  to highlight Caption Control, then

 or  to select On (turns closed captioning

press on), CC On Mute (turns closed captioning on when the sound is muted), or Off (turns closed captioning off).

5 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Note

You can also pre ss CCD on the remote control to turn closed captioning on or off.

Selecting the analog closed captioning mode

To select the closed captioning mode:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

Picture Audio Settings Channels

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MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens.

Parental Controls Time

Closed Caption

Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off

Reset

to Default

Set various TV options

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

Picture Audio Settings Channels

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MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens.

Parental Controls Time Closed Caption

Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off

Reset

to Default

Set various TV options

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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3 Press  or  to highlight Closed Caption, then

press ENTER. The Settings-Closed Caption menu opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

CC On When MuteCC Mode

Analog Caption Digital Caption Digital CC Settings

Adjust Closed Captioning settings

CC1 CS1

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

4 Press  or  to highlight Analog Caption, then

 or  to select an analog caption setting. You

press 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.

• Te xt 1 through Tex t 4—Closed captioning that covers half or all of the screen. Tex t 1 through Te xt 4 display content provided by the broadcaster.

5 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Customizing digital closed captioning styles

To customize digital closed captioning styles:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

3 Press  or  to highlight Closed Caption, then

press ENTER. The Settings-Closed Caption menu opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

CC On When MuteCC Mode

Analog Caption Digital Caption Digital CC Settings

Adjust Closed Captioning settings

Off Off

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

4 Press  or  to highlight Digital Caption (only

available for digital stations), then press select a digital caption setting. You can select CC1 through CC4 and CS1 through CS6.

 or  to

5 Press  or  to highlight Digital CC Settings, then

press ENTER. The Digital CC Settings menu opens with Style highlighted.

Style

Font Style Font Size Font Edge Style Font Edge Color Font Color Background Color Font Opacity Background Opacity

Set the lock of digital CC. Automatic uses broadcaster’s style.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

motsuC

Default Default Default Default Default Default Default Default

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

6 Press  or  to select Custom.

Note

To reset the closed caption styles to their defaults, set Style to Default.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens.

Parental Controls Time Closed Caption

Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off

Reset

to Default

Set various TV options

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

7 Press  or  to highlight a style, then press  or  to

adjust the style. You can select:

• Font Style–Selects the font style.

• Font Size–Selects the font size.

• Font Edge Style–Selects the edge style for the words.

• Font Edge Color–Selects the color for the edges.

• Font Color–Selects the color for the text.

• Background Color–Selects the color for the background.

• Font Opacity–Selects the opacity for the text.

• Background Opacity–Selects the opacity for the background.

8 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

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Adjusting time settings

Setting the clock

To set the clock:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens.

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

3 Press  or  to highlight Time, then press ENTER.

The Settings-Time menu opens with Date/Time highlighted.

Parental Controls

Time

Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off

Reset to Default

Set various TV options

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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Exit

7 If your viewing area observes daylight savings time,

 or  to highlight Daylight Saving time,

press then press  or  to select On.

8 If you selected Manual for Style:

 or  to highlight Year, Month, or Day,

• Press then press  or  to adjust the setting.

 or  to highlight Time, press  or  to

• Press highlight the hour, minute, or AM/PM field, then

 or  to adjust the setting.

press

9 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Setting the sleep timer

You can set the amount of time before your TV automatically turns off.

To set the sleep timer:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens.

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

3 Press  or  to highlight Time, then press  or

ENTER. The Settings-Time menu opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

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Exit

4 Press ENTER, the Settings-Date/Time menu opens.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Set a time for the TV to turn off automatically

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BackSelectMove

Exit

5 Press  or  to highlight Style, then press  or  to

select Manual (to set the date and time manually, or Auto (to have the date and time set automatically from a TV signal source, based on your time zone).

6 Press  or  to highlight Time Zone, then press  or

 to select your time zone. You can select Pacific,

Alaska, Hawaii, Newfoundland, Atlantic, Eastern, Central, or Mountain.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Set a time for the TV to turn off automatically

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BackSelectMove

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4 Press  or  to highlight Sleep Timer, then press 

 to select the amount of time before your TV

or turns off automatically. To turn the sleep timer off, select Off.

5 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Note

You can also pr ess SLEEP on the remote control to set the sleep timer.

Adjusting menu settings

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Adjusting menu settings

Selecting the menu language

To select the on-screen menu language:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens.

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

3 Press  or  to highlight Menu Settings, then press

 or ENTER. The Settings-Menu Settings menu opens

with Menu Language highlighted.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Exit

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Labeling an input source

You can add a label to a video input source to make it easier to identify. These labels are displayed on the INPUT SOURCE list and on the banner that appears when you press INFO.

To label an input source:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens.

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

3 Press  or  to highlight Input Labels, then press

ENTER. The Settings-Input Labels screen opens with Present Label highlighted.

Custom Label Reset Input Label

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Exit

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Set menu language to Enlish, Francais, or Espanol

BackSelectMove

Exit

MENU EXIT

4 Press  or  to select the menu language your want.

You c an selec t English, French, or Spanish.

5 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Create label for devices connected to your TV

BackSelectMove

Exit

MENU EXIT

4 Press  or  to highlight a preset label from several

options, or select Custom to enter your own label.

Picture Audio Settings Channels

Custom Label

Reset Input Label

Choose from a list of preset label names

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BackSelectMove

Exit

5 If you select Custom, press  or  to highlight

Custom Label, then press

.

6 Press  or  to select a character, then press  to

move to the next position. Repeat this step to enter additional characters. You can enter as many as 10 characters.

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7 To reset the label to factory default, press  or  to

highlight Reset Input Label, then press ENTER and follow the on-screen instructions.

8 When you complete the label, press MENU. The next

time you press INPUT, the new label appears in the INPUT SOURCE list.

9 Press EXIT to close the menu.

Restoring settings to default

Caution

When you restore default settings, all the settings (except the password and parental rating) you have customized are reset.

To restore settings to default:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the

Picture menu displayed.

Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness BackLight Advanced Video Reset Picture Settings

Adjust settings to affect picture quality

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

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2 Press  or  to highlight Settings, then press . The

Settings menu opens.

Parental Controls

Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Computer Settings Input Labels System Info Power on in Vivid Mode Off Reset to Default

Set various TV options

Picture Audio Settings Channels

MENU EXIT

BackSelectMove

Exit

3 Press  or  to highlight Reset to Default, then

press ENTER. A confirmation box opens.

4 Press  or  to select Ye s (to reset all settings, except

the password and parental rating, to factory default), or No (to not reset).

5 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press

EXIT to close the menu.

Maintaining

Do not spray insecticide liquid near your TV. Such chemicals may cause damage and discoloration to the exposed surfaces.

Servicing

Do not try to repair your TV yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Turn off your TV, unplug the power cord, then contact an authorized service center.

Troubleshooting

Warnin g

Do not try to repair your TV yourself. Contact authorized service personnel.

Video and audio

Problem Solution

Picture does not fill the screen. There are black bars around the picture.

No picture (screen is not lit) and no sound.

Picture quality is good on some channels and poor on others. Sound is good.

• 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 19.

• 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 19.

• Make sure that the power cord is plugged in.

• Make sure that the correct video input source is selected. See “Selecting the video input source” on page 18.

• Try another channel. The station may be 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 11.

• Check the closed caption settings. Some TEXT modes can block the screen.

• The problem may be caused by a poor or weak signal from the broadcaster or cable TV provider.

Cleaning

Before cleaning the screen, unplug your TV from the power outlet.

Clean your TV with a soft, dry cloth. If surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak detergent solution.

Use an eyeglass cleaner to clean the screen. Never use alcohol, paint thinner, or benzine.

Before using a chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth.

Troubleshooting

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Problem Solution

Dark, poor, or no picture (screen is lit), but sound is good.

No color, dark picture, or color is not correct.

Only snow (noise) appears on the screen.

• 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 11.

• Make sure that Audio Only option is set to Off. See “Playing TV audio only” on page 21.

• Adjust the brightness. See “Adjusting the TV picture” on page 19.

• Make sure that the correct picture mode is selected. See “Adjusting the TV picture” on page 19.

• If you are using an antenna, the digital channel signal may be low. To check the digital channel signal strength, see “Checking the digital signal strength” on page 24.

• 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.

• Try another channel. The station may be experiencing problems.

• Adjust the color saturation. See “Adjusting the TV picture” on page 19.

• Make sure that the video 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 11.

• If you are using an antenna, the digital channel signal may be low. To check the digital channel signal strength, see “Checking the digital signal strength” on page 24.

• 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.

• 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 11.

• If you are using an antenna, the digital channel signal may be low. To check the digital channel signal strength, see “Checking the digital signal strength” on page 24.

• 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.

Problem Solution

Dotted lines or stripes appear on the screen.

Double images. • Use a highly directional outdoor antenna,

The picture has a few bright or dark spots.

Good picture, but no sound.

Poor picture • Make sure that the room is not too bright.

Good sound but poor color

Audio noise • Other devices (for example, surround sound

• 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 11.

• If you are using an antenna, the digital channel signal may be low. To check the digital channel signal strength, see “Checking the digital signal strength” on page 24.

• 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.

cable TV, or satellite TV.

• A few bright or dark spots on an LCD screen is normal. It does not affect the operation of this TV.

• Increase the volume.

• Unplug the headphones.

• Make sure that the sound is not muted.

• 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 11.

• If you are using an antenna, the digital channel signal may be low. To check the digital channel signal strength, see “Checking the digital signal strength” on page 24.

• The audio cable(s) you are using may be bad. Try a new set.

Light reflecting off the screen can make the picture difficult to see.

• 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.

• Adjust the contrast, color, and brightness settings.

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.

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Problem Solution

No output from one of the speakers

After images appear • Do not display a still image, such as a logo,

• Adjust the audio balance. See “Adjusting sound settings” on page 21.

• Make sure that the audio cables are connected correctly and securely to the back of your TV.

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.

Remote control

Problem Solution

Remote control does not work.

Tro uble programming your existing universal remote control.

• Make sure that the power cord is correctly connected to your TV and a power outlet.

• Make sure that there are no obstructions 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 16.

• Replace dead batteries with new batteries. See “Installing remote control batteries” on page 16.

• See instructions and a table of common codes in “Programming a different universal remote control” on page 36.

• Codes are subject to change. For up to date codes, go to www.dynexproducts.com/remotecodes.

• Replace dead batteries with new batteries. See “Installing remote control batteries” on page 16.

• Refer to the User Guide that accompanied your universal remote control and contact the manufacturer if problems persist.

General

Problem Solution

After Auto Channel Search, there are no channels

One or more channels do not display.

Password is lost. • Enter 9999 to access parental controls, then

Some settings cannot be accessed.

TV cabinet creaks. • When the TV is in use, the temperature rises

Control buttons do not work

TV keeps turning off

• 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 box is connected securely to your TV.

• Try replacing the cable between the antenna/cable or cable/satellite box and your TV.

• Make sure that the channels are not blocked. See “Setting parental control levels” on page 25.

• 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 22.

• If you are using a cable or satellite box, use the remote that came with that box to change channels.

• Make sure you have the correct input selected to view channels from the cable or satellite box.

• If you are using an antenna, the digital channel signal may be low. To check the digital channel signal strength, see “Checking the digital signal strength” on page 24.

set a new password. See “Setting or changing the password” on page 24.

• If a setting is grayed, the setting is not available in the current video input mode.

naturally and may cause the cabinet to expand or contract which can cause a creaking noise. This is not a malfunction.

• Make sure that the Button Lock option is set to No. See “Locking control buttons” on page 27.

• Unplug the power cord, wait a few seconds, then plug the cord back in and turn on your TV.

• Make sure that the sleep timer is not turned on. See “Setting the sleep timer” on page 30.

Problem Solution

No power • Make sure that the power cord is correctly

“No signal” error message is displayed

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.

• 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.

Note

If the problem is not solved by using these troubleshooting instructions, turn off your TV, then turn it on again.

Specifications

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Specifications

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

War ra nty

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Parts : 1 year Labor: 1 year

Dimensions and weight

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Without stand:

23.03 x 3.98 x 15.59 in. (58.5 x 10.1 x 39.6 cm)

With stand:

23.03 x 7.87 x 17.17 in. (58.5 x 20 x 43.6 cm)

Without stand:

10.56 lbs. (4.8 kg)

With stand:

11.22 lbs. (5.1 kg)

Screen

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Screen size measured diagonally 23.6" Display type LCD Panel 60 Hz vs.120 Hz 60Hz Display resolution 1080p Panel resolution 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) Aspect ratio 16:9 Contrast ratio (typical)–panel 800:1 Dynamic contrast ratio–list value 2500:1 Brightness (center typical) cd/m2 300 nits Comb filter 3d y/c digital Response time 5 ms Horizontal viewing angle 160 Vertical viewing angle 150

Display resolutions/VGA scan rates

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HDMI 1.3 Suggested Resolutions:

1080p, 1080i, 720p,

480p, 480i

Component video Suggested Resolutions:

1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i

PC/VGA Suggested scan rates:

640 × 480/60Hz, 800 × 600/60Hz,

1024 × 768/60Hz, 1280 × 1024/60Hz 1920 × 1080/60Hz

Tun er

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Analog NTSC Digital ATS C, 8 -VS B, C lea r-Q AM

Inputs

HDMI 2 (bottom)

Component video 1 (bottom) Composite video 1 (bottom) Shared audio (component

and composite) S-Video No PC/VGA 1 (bottom)

3.5mm PC audio input 1 (bottom) DVI 1 (HDMI port 1 - bottom) USB 1 (bottom)

Outputs

Video No Analog audio No Digital audio 1 (bottom) WiFi No Ethernet No Headphone 1 (bottom)

Audio

Simulated Surround Sound No Audyssey Dynamic Volume No Sound Leveler No Watts /Chann el 3W Number of Speakers 2

Power

Power consumption On: 58 W

Power i nput 120V/60Hz

Miscellaneous

OSD languages English, French, Spanish INlink No Game Mode No ENERGY STAR qualified No Internet connectable No TV base screws N/A V-Chip (version 2.0) Yes Sleep timer Ye s Channel labeling Yes VESA mount (mm)

(horizontal × vertical)

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E -E D I D c o m p l i an t

HDCP compliant

DVI to HDMI1 only

Yes

Supports firmware

upgrade only

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Standby: <1 W

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200 × 100

Note

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.

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Programming universal remote controls

Programming a different universal remote control

You can operate your Dynex TV with a new or existing universal remote control.

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 code, visit www.dynexproducts.com/remotecodes for the latest remote control code information.

2 Follow your universal remote control’s instructions

to enter the TV code you found in Step 1.

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.

For additional help and information…

1. Visit http://www.dynexproducts.com/remotecodes

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

Set-top box makes and models

Cablevision

Charter

Comcast

Cox 1326, 1463

DirectTV

Dish Network 720

Time Warner

TiVo 0091

Verizon 0198, 0490

Tips

• The brand name is often visible on the front of

• If your universal remote control isn’t listed on

068, 069, 078, 096, 100, 164,

168, 229, 026

2002, 1204, 1423, 1517, 0171, 1963, 0463, 1463, 0842, 1326,

167, 415, 424, 450, 456, 461,

507, 523, 567, 577, 586

10171, 11204, 11326, 11463, 11517, 11641, 11780, 11785,

11892, 11963, 12002

10171, 11204, 11326, 11517,

11564, 11641, 11963, 12002

400, 450, 461, 456, 10463,

the universal remote control, and the model number is often visible on the back.

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.

1463, 0463

Notes

• This note only goes with TV/Blu-ray or TVs.

• The following codes may not provide full functionality. You may need to use the remote control that came with your TV, especially to control the Blu-ray or DVD functions.

The following is a list of the most common remote control codes. Codes for other remote controls are available online at: www.dynexproducts.com/remotecodes, or check with your cable or satellite TV 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 0054

Phillips 0198, 0490

RCA 135

Sony

068, 069, 078, 096, 100, 164,

168, 229, 026

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 inter ference 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 i nstalled 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.

DX-24L200A12

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 B ETS-7 / NTMR-7

Dolby License Notice and Trademark 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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Legal notices

DX-24L200A12

One-year limited warranty Dynex Televisions

Definitions:

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?

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 Produc t 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.

• Loss or Theft of this product or any part of the product

• 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.

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. Contac t Dynex: For customer service please call 1-800-305-2204 www.Dynexproducts.com 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

www.dynexproducts.com

US and Canada Market - (800) 305-2204

Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC

7601 Penn Ave. South, Richfield, MN 55423 U.S.A.

DYNEX is a trademark of BBY Solutions, Inc. Registered in some countries. All other products and

brand names are trademarks of their respective owners.

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Dynex DX-24L200A12 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Important safety instructions

Warnings

Electric shock hazard

Lightning

Power lines

Handling the LCD panel

Replacement parts

Safety check

Power source

Cautions

Damage requiring service

Outdoor antenna grounding

Note to CATV system installer

Condensation

Mobile telephone warning

Installing the stand or wall-mount bracket

Installing the stand

TV components

Installing a wall-mount bracket

Package contents

Front Back and Side

Remote control

Making connections

What connection should I use?

Connecting power

Connecting a cable or satellite box

Using HDMI (best)

Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio connection)

Using component video (better)

Using composite video (good)

Using coaxial (good)

Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box)

Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player

Using HDMI

Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires a sound connection)

Using component video (better)

Using composite video (good)

Connecting a VCR

Connecting a camcorder or game console

Connecting a computer

Using VGA

Using HDMI

Connecting headphones

Connecting a basic home theater system

Using the remote control

Installing remote control batteries

Connecting a home theater system with multiple devices

Aiming the remote control

Turning on your TV for the first time

Understanding the basics

Turning your TV on or off

Selecting the video input source

Using the on-screen menus

Navigating the menus

Adjusting the picture

Selecting a channel

Adjusting the volume

Viewing program information

Adjusting the TV picture

Adjusting the computer image

Adjusting the sound

Adjusting sound settings

Playing TV audio only

Changing channel settings

Automatically scanning for channels

Hiding channels

Setting up a favorite channel list

Viewing a favorite channel

Adding or changing a channel label

Checking the digital signal strength

Setting parental controls

Setting or changing the password

Setting parental control levels

Ratings

Blocking unrated TV

Locking control buttons