Dynex DX-L15-10A, DX-L19-10A, DX-L22-10A User Manual

15", 19", and 22" LC D T Vs

DX-L15-10A/DX-L19-10A/DX-L22-10A

USER GUIDE

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Dynex DX-L15-L19-L22-10A

15", 19", and 22" LCD TVs

Contents

Child Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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

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

Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Installing and removing the stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Installing the stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Removing the stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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

TV components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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

Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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

Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Installing remote control batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Aiming the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Programming a universal remote control to work with your TV . . . . . . . . . .7

Making connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

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

Connecting an antenna, cable TV, or satellite TV box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Connecting a VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Connecting a camcorder or game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Connecting an HDMI device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Connecting a component video device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Connecting a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Connecting headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Turning on your TV for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Understanding the basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Turning your TV on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Selecting the video input source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

On-screen menu overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Navigating the menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Selecting a channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Adjusting basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Displaying additional information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Adjusting the picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Adjusting the TV picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Adjusting Advanced Video settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Adjusting the computer image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Adjusting the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Adjusting the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Selecting the audio mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Playing TV audio only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Changing channel settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Automatically scanning for channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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Selecting the signal source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Hiding channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Setting up a favorite channel list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Adding or changing a channel label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Checking the DTV signal strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Setting parental controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Turning parental controls on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Setting or changing the password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Setting parental control levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Downloading rating information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Using closed captioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Turning closed captioning on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Selecting the closed captioning mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Customizing DTV closed captioning styles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Adjusting time settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Adjusting menu settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Selecting the menu language and transparency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Labeling an input source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Restoring default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Video and audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Legal notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

One-year limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

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.

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CHILD SAFETY

It makes a difference how and where you use

your flat panel display

As you enjoy your new product, keep these

safety tips in mind

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 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:

• Use only a wall mount rated for the weight of your TV and that has been recommended

by this TV manufacturer, listed in this manual, or otherwise listed by an independent
laboratory as suitable for your TV. One size of wall mount does not fit all.

• 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

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.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with 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 mains plug is the disconnecting device. The plug must

remain readily operable.

16 The apparatus with grounding-type plug is a class I apparatus.

Class I apparatus need to be connected to earth ground wire to
prevent possible electric shock. Make sure that you connect the
class I apparatus to a mains socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.

17 Remote control batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat

such as sunshine, fire, or the like.

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18 The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and

no o bjec ts fil led wi th liqui ds, su ch as v ases, sha ll be pla ced 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.

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

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controls may result in damage and will 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.

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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. For disposal or recycling information, contact your
local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eia.org to
find a recycler in your area.

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.

Installing and removing the
stand

You must install your TV into the stand for it to stand upright on a
cabinet or other flat surface. If you intend to mount your TV on a wall or
other vertical surface, you must remove the stand column.

War ning : Before attempting assembly or removal of the stand, unplug

the AC power cord.

Cautions :

Antenna lead-in wire

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Grounding clamp

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Antenna discharge unit

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Grounding conductors

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Ground clamps

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Power service grounding electrode

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system
Electric service equipment

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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 will form on the TV if the TV is brought from cool surroundings
into a warm room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly.
When this happens, the TV's performance may be impaired. To prevent
this, let the TV stand in its new surroundings for about an hour before
switching it on, or make sure that the room temperature rises
gradually.

Condensation may also form during the summer if the TV is exposed to
the breeze from an air conditioner. In such cases, change the location of
the TV.

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.

Read these instructions thoroughly before attempting this installation.

Make sure that you handle your TV very carefully when attempting

assembly or removal of the stand. If you are not sure of your ability to
do this, or to use the tools necessary to complete this job, refer to a
professional installer or service personnel. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any damages or injuries that occur due to mishandling
or improper assembly.

When using a table or bench as an aid to assembly, make sure that you

place the TV on a soft cushion or covering to prevent accidental
scratching or damage to your T V’s finish.

The speaker is not intended to support the weight of your TV. Do not move

or handle your TV by the speaker. This can cause damage to your TV
that is not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.

Installing the stand

To install the stand:

1 Remove the stand from the box and place it on a table or bench.
2 Hold your TV upright and align the stand column on the TV with

the stand groove on the stand, then insert the TV into the stand.

Stand groove

Stand column

Stand

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3 Gently push down on the TV until it clicks into place.

Adjusting the viewing angle of the TV

To adjust the viewing angle:

• Adjust the angle forward up to 5° and backward up to 10°.

Caution : When adjusting the angle, use caution to avoid slipping or

tipping the TV.

3 Press the two black tabs on the bottom of the stand together and

push them into the stand column, then pull the stand off the
stand column.

Pull off the sta nd.

Press the blac k tabs together and
push them into the stand column.

Installing a wall-mount bracket

If yo u want to attach the T V to a w all-moun t bracket (no t provided), you
should first remove the stand pedestal if it is pre-attached.

To remove the stand column:

1 Lay your TV face down on a table or bench. Make sure that you

put down a soft cushion or cloth so that your TV is not scratched).

Removing the stand

To remove the stand from the stand column:

1 Lay your TV face down on a table or bench. Make sure that you

put down a soft cushion or cloth so that your TV is not scratched).

2 Adjust the stand so that the angle between the stand and the TV

is 90°.

Stand

Remove four screws

2 Remove the four screws holding the stand column to your TV,

then remove the stand and the stand column.

Note: The appearance of this product in these illustrations may differ

from your actual product, and is for comparative purposes only.

To attach your TV to a wall-mount bracket:

Warni ng: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service

personnel only. To reduce the risk of hazards, do not perform any
servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions
unless you are qualified to do so.

1 Remove the four screws holding the TV to its base, as described

above.

2 Secure the wall-mount bracket to the back of your TV using the

four M4*10 screws provided with the bracket.

TV components

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TV components

Front

Model DX-L15-10A is used in this
manual for illustration purposes.

# Component Description

1 Remote sensor Receives signals from the remote control.

2 Power indicator Lights blue when your TV is turned on.

Side

# Component Descriptio n

1

CH /CH

2

VOL /VOL

3 MENU Press to open the on-screen menu.

4 INPUT Press to select the video input source.

5

(Power) button

Do not block.

Lights red when your TV is in standby mode.
No lights when power cord is unplugged.

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

Press to increase or decrease the volume.

Press to turn on your TV. Press again to put
your TV in standby mode.

Back

## Component Description

1 Service port For software update only. Do not use.

2 HDMI jack Connect an HDMI device, such as a cable

3VGA AUDIO/

VGA PIC jacks

4 RS-232 jack For service only. Do not use.

5 S-VIDEO jack Connect an S-Video device to this jack.

6 COMPONENT IN

jack

7 AV1 IN jack Connect an AV device (video and audio) to

8 RF jack Connect an antenna, cable TV, or a satellite

9 AV2 IN jack Connect an AV device to this jack, then

10 Headphone jack Plug headphones into this jack.

box or DVD player, to this jack. An HDMI
cable carries both video and audio, so you
do not need to make an audio connection.
For more information, see “Connecting an
HDMI device” on page 9.

Connect a computer to these jacks. For
more information, see “Connecting a
computer” on page 9.

S-Video does not carry an audio signal, so
you will need to connect audio cables from
the device to the AV1 audio jacks.

Connect a component video device to
these jacks. For more information, see
“Connecting a component video device” on
page 9.

these jacks. Match the color of the
connectors to the color of the jacks (yellow
for video, red for audio right, and white for
audio left). For more information, see
“Connecting a camcorder or game” on
page 8.

box to this jack. For more information, see
“Connecting an antenna, cable TV, or
satellite TV box” on page 8.

connect audio cables to the audio jacks.

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TV components

Remote control

INFO

# Button Descrip tion

1

2 COMP/HDMI/

3 Numbers/Dot(.) Press to enter channel numbers or the

4 INPUT Press to open the INPUT SOURCE menu,

5 RECALL Press to go to the last viewed channel.

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

(Power)

VIDEO/TV

Press to turn on your TV. Press again to put
your TV in Standby mode.

Press to select the input source.

•Press CO MP to select COMPONE NT.

•Press HDMI to select HDMI.

•Press VIDEO to select AV1 , press twice
to select AV2 , press three times to select
S-VIDEO.

•Press TV to select TV.

parental control password. Press the dot
button to select a digital sub-channel.

then press or to select the video input
source. You can select TV, AV 1, AV2,
S-VIDEO, Component, HDMI, or VGA (PC).

# Button Description

7 MUTE Press to turn off the sound. Press again to

8 MENU Press to open the on-screen menu.

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10 GUIDE Press to open the DTV program guide (if

11 MTS/SAP Press to select the audio mode. For analog

12 CCD Press to turn closed captioning on or off.

13 ZOOM Press to select the aspect ratio. You can

14 FAVORITE Press to display the favorite channel list. For

15 CH /CH Press to go to the next or previous channel

16 INFO Press to display the information banner. For

17 EXIT Press to close the on-screen menu.

18 SLEEP Press to set the sleep timer. For more

19 CH-LIST Press to open the channel list. For more

20 PICTURE Press to select the picture mode. You can

21 AUDIO Press to select the sound mode. You can

/ ENTER

turn on the sound.

Press direction buttons to navigate in the
on-screen menus. Press ENTER to confirm
selections in an on-screen menu or to open
a submenu.

available). For more information, see
“Displaying additional information” on
page 13.

channels, you can select STEREO, SAP
(secondary audio program), or MONO.

For digital channels, you can select the
audio track (if more than one track is
available). For more information, see
“Selecting the audio mode” on page 15.

For more information, see “Turning closed
captioning on or off” on page 22 or
“Selecting the closed captioning mode” on
page 22.

select Normal, Wide, Zoom, or Cinema.
For more information, see “Adjusting
Advanced Video settings” on page 13.

more information, see “Setting up a favorite
channel list” on page 16.

in the channel list. For more information,
see “Selecting a channel” on page 12.

more information, see “Displaying
additional information” on page 13.

information, see “Setting the sleep timer”
on page 24.

information, see “Selecting a channel” on
page 12.

select Vivid, Standard, Sports, Theater,
Energy Saving, or Custom. For more
information, see “Adjusting the picture” on
page 13.

select News, Music, Movie, or Custom. For
more information, see “Adjusting the
sound” on page 14.

Using the remote control

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Using the remote control

Installing remote control batteries

To install remote control batteries:

1 Open the battery compartment cover by lifting it off when you

press the release button.

2 Insert two AAA batteries into the battery compartment. Make

sure that the + and – symbols on the batteries match the + and
– symbols in the battery compartment.

3 Replace the cover.

Notes:

Do not mix different types of batteries.

Do not mix old and new batteries.

Remove batteries when they no longer have a charge. Chemicals may leak

into the battery compartment. Battery chemicals can cause a rash. If
chemicals leak, clean the battery compartment with a cloth.

Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the remote control for an

extended amount of time.

Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. Dispose of them as hazardous waste.

Aiming the remote control

To use the remote control:

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

Do not place objects, such as furniture, between the remote control and

the remote sensor.

The remote control may not wo rk if direct sunlight or bright light shines

on the remote sensor. Either move your TV or change the angle at
which you use the remote control.

Programming a universal remote control to work with your TV

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

To program a universal remote control:

1 Find the code for your universal remote control by identifying its

model (or your set-top box’s remote control manufacturer and
model) on the charts below, then make note of the numbered
code below it. You will use the numbered code to program your
remote control to work with your TV.

Dynex TV codes for universal remote controls
(for all Dynex TVs manufactured after Jan. 1, 2007)

Universal remote control manufacturer and model

Philips
PHDVD5,
PH5DSS,
PMDVR8,
PDVR8

115 10463 135 0464 8043

Set-top box manufacturer and model

Comcast
M1057

0463 720 0463 0091

DirectTV
RC23

Dish
Network

VIP508,
VIP622

RCA
RCU807

Motorola
DRC800

One for All
URC-6690

TIVO
Series 3, HD

Sony
RM-VL600

16.4 ft (5m)

Notes:

Do not expose the remote control to shock or liquids.

Do not use the remote control in an area with high humidity.

Do not place the remote control in direct sunlight.

Codes for other remote controls are available online at:
www.dynexproducts.com\t-customer_support.aspx

Tips:

• The brand name is often visible on the front of the universal remote
control, and the model number is often visible on the back.

• If your universal remote control isn’t listed on the chart, refer to your
universal remote control’s instructions and try codes for the brands
Orion, Emerson, Memorex, Sansui, Sylvania, or Zenith. You may need
to try several codes before finding a match.

2 Follow your universal remote control’s instructions to enter the

code you found in Step 1.

Tips:

• If your universal remote control has a code search feature, run a code
search to id entify 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 your TV remote to “teach” the commands
one at a time. See your universal remote control’s instructions for
details.

3 If all else fails, you must use a different universal remote control

that can operate both your set-top box and your TV. Five such
remotes are listed on the chart, but many other compatible
models are available in the market.

For more help, call technical support for your universal remote
control or set-top box manufacturer, or call the Dynex Customer
Care Center at 1-800-305-2204.

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Making connections

Making connections

Caution s:

Check the terminals 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 in these illustrations may be

different from your equipment. If you have questions, refer to the user
manual that came with your equipment.

Always turn the power off when connecting external equipment.

Connecting the power

To connect the power:

• Plug the AC 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 AC power outlet when you will

not be using your TV for an extended period of time.

Connecting an antenna, cable TV, or satellite TV box

To connect an antenna, cable TV, or satellite TV box:

1 Connect one end of a 75 ohm cable (not included) to the RF OUT

jack on the antenna or on the cable or satellite TV box.

Back of TV

RF jack

Connecting a VCR

To connect a VCR:

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

turned off.

2 Connect an AV cable to the AV VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR. You

can connect an S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO OUT jack instead of
the AV VIDEO OUT jack.

AV1 IN VI DEO

Note: Cables are often
color-coded to connec tors.
Connect yel low to yellow,
red to red, and white to
white.

3 Connect the other end of the cable to the AV1 IN VIDEO jack on

the back of your TV. For a better picture, you can connect an
S-Video cable to the S-Video jack instead of using an AV cable
with the AV1 IN VIDEO jack.

4 Connect an audio cable to the AV AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR.
5 Connect the other end of the cable to the AV1 IN AUDIO-L and

AUDIO-R jacks on the back of your TV.

To play from the VCR:

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

opens.

2 Press or to select AV1 or S-VIDEO, then press ENTER.

Note: You can also press VIDEO once for AV1 or three times for S-Video.

Back of TV

Back of VCR

AV ca ble

AV1 IN AUDI- L and

AUDIO -R jack s

S-Video cable

Antenna, cable T V, or
satellite RF jack

RF coaxial c able (75 ohm)

2 Connect the other end of the cable to the RF jack on the back of

your TV.

Notes:

Use a 75 ohm cable to eliminate interference and noise from radio waves.

Do not bundle the 75 ohm cable with the power cord or other cables.

If the antenna is not installed correctly, contact qualified service personnel

to correct the problem.

3 Turn on the VCR, insert a videotape, then press PLAY on the VCR.

Connecting a camcorder or game

Tip: Some game consoles have an HDMI connector, which can be used for

a better picture.

To connect a camcorder or game:

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

camcorder or game is turned off.

2 Connect an AV cable to the AV OUT VIDEO, AUDIO-L, and

AUDIO-R jacks on the camcorder or game.

Camcord er or game

Side of TV

AV ca ble

Note: Cables are often
color-coded to connec tors.
Connect yellow to yellow,
red to red, and whi te to
white.

3 Connect the other end of the cable to the AV2 IN VIDEO,

AUDIO-L, and AUDIO-R jacks on the side of your TV.

Making connections

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To play from a camcorder or game:

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

opens.

2 Press or to select AV2, then press ENTER.

Note: You can also press VIDEO twice for AV2.

3 Turn on the camcorder or game, and set it to the correct output

mode. See the camcorder’s or game’s user guides for more
information.

Connecting an HDMI device

To connect an HDMI device:

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

device is turned off.

2 Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI OUT jack on the HDMI

device.

HDMI cable

Back of TV

Device with HDMI output

3 Connect the other end of the component video cable to the

COMPONENT jacks on the back of your TV.

4 Connect an audio cable to the AUDIO OUT jacks (L/R) on the

component device.

5 Connect the other end of the audio cable to the

COMPONENT AUDIO-R and AUDIO-L jacks on the back of

your T V.

To play from a component device:

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

opens.

2 Press or to select Component, then press ENTER.

Tip: You can also press COMP for Component.

3 Turn on the component video device and set it to the correct

output mode. See the component video device’s user guide for
more information.

Connecting a computer

Tip: Some computers have an HDMI connector, which can be used for a

better picture.

To connect a computer:

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

computer is turned off.

2 Connect a VGA cable to the VGA jack on the computer, then

connect the other end of the cable to the VGA PIC jack on the
back of your TV.

Note: The VGA cable should be a 15-pin D-Sub (analog RGB) cable.

3 Connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI jack on the back

of your TV.

To play from the HDMI device:

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

opens.

2 Press or to select HDMI, then press ENTER.

Tip: You can also press HDMI for HDMI.

3 Turn on the HDMI device, and set it to the correct output mode.

See the HDMI device’s user guide for more information.

Note: If the ex ternal device has DVI output only, use a DVI-to-HDMI

adapter to connect to the HDMI jack, then connect an audio cable to
the VGA AUD IO jack.

Connecting a component video device

To connect a component video device:

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 to the COMPONENT OUT jacks

on the component video device.

Back of TV

Component video cable

Back of TV

Compute r

D-Sub cable (analog RGB)

Audio cable (stereo mini plugs)

3 Connect an audio cable to the AUDIO OUT jack on the computer,

then connect the other end of the cable to the VGA AUDIO jack
on the back of your TV.

Note: The audio cable should have a stereo mini plug.

To play video from a computer:

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

opens.

2 Press or to select VGA, then press ENTER.
3 Turn on the computer, then adjust the display properties, if

necessary.

Note: Cables are
often color-coded
to connectors.

Component video device

Audio cable

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Turning on your TV for the first time

Connecting headphones

To connect headphones:

• Connect the headphones to the headphone jack on the side of
your TV.

Side of TV

Note: Loud noise can damage your hearing. Wh en using headphones, us e

the lowest volume setting that still lets you hear the sound.

Turning on your TV for the first
time

To c onfigure y our TV :

1 Make sure that you have inserted the batteries in the remote

control, connected the antenna to the TV, and connect the AC
power.

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

Wizard screen opens (only the first time you turn on your TV).

5 Press to highlight DST (Daylight Saving Time), then

press or to select On (to automatically change the time for
Daylight Saving Time), or Off (to ignore it or set it yourself ).

6 Press to highlight Air/Cable, then press or to select Air

or Cable, depending on the type of antenna connection you
have.

7 Press to highlight Auto Scan, then press ENTER or to

automatically scan for available channels.

3 Press or to highlight Menu Language, then press or

to select the menu language you want.

4 Press to highlight Time Zone, then press or to select

your time zone.

Auto Scan may take a while to complete. A progress report is
displayed while your TV is scanning for available channels. You
can press MENU to exit Auto Scan prior to completion, but you
will need to run Auto Scan later to complete the process.

Auto Scan creates a list of available/receivable channels for the
selected signal input.

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Understanding the basics

Turning your TV on or off

To turn your TV on or off (standby mode):

1 Plug the power cord into an AC power outlet.
2 Press (power). Your TV turns on.
3 Press again to turn off your TV. When you turn off your TV, it

goes into standby mode.

War ning : When your TV is in standby mode, it is still receiving power. To

completely disconnect power, unplug the power cord.

Note: If your TV does not receive an input signal for several minutes, it

automatically goes into standby mode.

Selecting the video input source

To select the video input source:

1 Turn on your TV, then press the INPUT key on the remote, or the

INPUT button on the TV. The INPUT SOURCE menu opens.

Audio menu

Setup menu

Parental Controls

2 Press or to highlight the video source, then press ENTER.

You can also select the input source using the following remote
control buttons:

• COMP—Press to select Component.

• HDMI–Press to select HDMI.

• VIDEO—Press once to select AV1. Press twice to select AV2.
Press three times to select S-Video.

• TV—Press to select TV.

On-screen menu overview

Picture menu

Channel menu

Notes:

Depending on the signal source selected, you may see different options on

your screen. The above 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 illustrations and screens shown in the manual are for explanation

purposes and may vary from the actual screens on your TV.

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Understanding the basics

Navigating the menus

Press to display th e main menu.

Press to select menu items, to adjust selected
items, or move on-screen cursor left or right.

Press to select the menu items.

Press to confirm your selection or enter a
sub-menu.

Press to return to the previous screen.

Press to close the menu.

Digital sub-channels

A digital TV signal transmits more data than an analog signal. This
increase in data provides a better picture and sound with less static and
interference. The increased data capacity also lets broadcasters fit
several channels into the same bandwidth as an analog signal.
Broadcasters may use these sub-channels to transmit a variety of
information, such as weather forecasts, foreign languages, and
commercials. A digital sub-channel is indicated by the main channel
number, followed by a dot, then the sub-channel number. For example,

5.1 indicates sub-channel 1 of main channel 5.

Adjusting the volume

To adj ust th e volume:

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

• Press MUTE to temporarily turn off all sound. Press MUTE again
to restore the sound.

Adjusting basic settings

To adjust basic settings:

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

displayed.

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 analog or digital (main)
channel number you want, then wait for the channel to change,
or press ENTER to change the channel immediately.

• To select a digital sub-channel, press the number buttons to
select the main digital channel, then press the dot (.) button
to select the sub-channel. Wait for the channel to change, or
press ENTER to change the channel immediately.

Note:

Button presses must be within three seconds of each other.

•Press RECALL to go to the last channel viewed.

•Press CH-LIST to display a list of memorized channels,
press or to select the channel you want from the list, then
press ENTER to go to that channel.

•Press FAVORITE to display a list of your saved favorite channels,
press or to select the channel you want from the list, then
press ENTER to go to that channel.

Note:

If either list has more than one page, press or to scroll through the

pages.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens.

Parental Controls

3 Press or to highlight an option, then press ENTER to enter

the sub menu. You can select:

• Parental Controls—Lets you control which
programs/movies your children can watch, based on
industry ratings.

• Time—Lets you set the clock and the sleep timer.

• Closed Caption—Lets you turn closed captioning on or off.
Also lets you set closed caption options.

• Menu Settings—Lets you set menu language and menu
transparency.

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• VGA Settings—Lets you adjust picture settings to optimize
a computer display.

• Input Label—Lets you label a device connected to your
TV’s input jacks.

• Restore Default—Lets you reset most TV settings for the
current source to factory default values.

• Audio Only—Lets you turn off the TV picture and listen to
audio only.

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

close the menu.

Displaying additional information

To display additional information:

1 Press INFO to show an information banner. The information

banner shows current program information such as channel
number, video input source, and resolution.

• Digital mode information—Displays channel number,
station name, channel label (if preset), broadcast program
name, TV rating, signal type, audio information, resolution,
CC mode, current time, and current program start and end
times.

• Analog mode information—Displays channel number,
channel label (if preset), signal type, audio information, and
resolution.

2 Press GUIDE to show the digital program guide, which may show

a list of available programs, program times, and program
summaries, depending on the information provided by the
broadcaster.

• Color—Adjusts the color saturation.

• Tint—Adjusts the image tint.

• Sharpness—Adjusts the sharpness.

• Advanced Video—Lets you adjust the Color Temperature
or Zoom Mode. Lets you turn Noise Reduction, Overscan,
Adaptive Contrast, and Auto Zoom on or off.

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

close the menu.

Adjusting Advanced Video settings

To adjust the Advanced Video settings:

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

displayed.

2 Press or to highlight Advanced Video, then press ENTER

to open the Advanced Video sub menu.

Adjusting the picture

Adjusting the TV picture

To adjust the picture:

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

displayed.

2 Press or to highlight an option, then press or to adjust

the option. You can select:

• Picture Mode—Selects the picture mode. You can select
Vivid (a bright and vivid picture), Standard (a standard
picture), Sports (a dynamic picture), Theater (a finely
detailed picture), Energy Saving (the backlight brightness
is decreased), or Custom (customized picture). You can also
press PICTURE on the remote control to select the picture
mode.

• Contrast—Adjusts the contrast.

• Brightness—Adjusts the brightness.

Color Temp

Adaptive Contrast

3 Press or to highlight an option, then press or to adjust

the option. You can select:

• Color Te mp—Selects the color temperature. You can selec t

Warm (to enhance the reds), Cool (to enhance the blues), or
Normal.

• Zoom Mode—Selects the aspect ratio of the picture. You
can select Auto (selects the correct aspect ratio
automatically. Available only when Auto Zoom is turned
ON), Normal (selects the correct aspect ratio to match the
source image), Wide (shows a full-screen picture), Zoom
(enlarges the picture but may crop the top and bottom), or
Cinema (stretches the picture at the edges, but maintains a
good aspect ratio at the center of the screen).

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

• Overscan—Turn this On to adjust the picture’s
reproduction rate when receiving DVI signals in VIDEO
format.

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Adjusting the sound

• Adaptive Contrast—Turn this On to optimize the picture
display for a more vivid image.

• Auto Zoom—In TV mode, setting Auto Zoom to On lets you
set the Zoom Mode to Auto.

4 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 11.

2 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

• V-Position—Moves the image up or down

• Clock—Adjusts the sample frequency

• Phase—Adjusts the focus of stable images

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

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

close the menu.

Adjusting the sound

Adjusting the sound

To adjust the sound:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

3 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens.

Parental Controls

4 Press or to highlight VGA Settings, then press . The VGA

settings menu opens.

H-Position
V-Position

5 Press or to highlight an option, then press or to adjust

the option. You can adjust:

• H-Position—Moves the image right or left

2 Press or to highlight Audio, then press . The Audio menu

opens.

3 Press or to highlight an option, then press or to adjust

the option. You can select:

• Sound Mode—Selects the sound mode. You can select
Standard (for normal programs, News (for news
programs), Music (for musical programs), Movie (for
movies), or Custom (for a customized sound mode). You can
also press AUDIO one or more times to select the sound
mode.

• Bass—Adjusts the low sounds.

• Tr eble —Adjusts the high sounds.

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

• Surround—Turns the surround sound effect on or off.

• AVC—(Auto volume control) Equalizes the overall volume
levels for all channels.

• Audio Language—(DTV channels only) Selects an
alternate audio language, if available.

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

close the menu.

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Selecting the audio mode

You can select the audio mode for analog channels.

To select the audio mode for analog channels:

•Press MTS/SAP on the remote one or more times. You can select:

• MONO—Select this option if there is noise or static on weak
stereo broadcasts.

• STEREO—Select this option for programs broadcast in
stereo.

• SAP—Select this option to listen to a secondary audio
program, if available.

Note: Mono is automatically selected if the program is broadcast in

mono.

To select an audio track for a digital channel:

•Press MTS/SAP. If an audio track is available, it plays.

Playing TV audio only

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

To play only the TV audio:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

Changing channel settings

Automatically scanning for channels

To auto scan for channels:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Channel, then press . The Channel

menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens.

Parental Controls

3 Press or to highlight Audio Only, then press or to

select On.

4 Press EXIT to close the menu.

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 .

3 Press or to select Air or Cable.
4 Press or to highlight Auto Scan, then press ENTER. A

confirmation box opens.

5 Press or to select Yes, then press ENTER to start the scan. A

progress box shows the progress of the scan.

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Changing channel settings

Selecting the signal source

To select the signal source:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Channel, then press . The Channel

menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Channel, then press . The Channel

menu opens.

3 Press or to highlight Show/Hide, then press ENTER. The

channel list opens.

3 Press or to select Air or Cable.
4 Press EXIT to close the menu.

Hiding channels

You can delete channels from the channel list so that your TV skips the
channels when you press CH /CH . You can still tune to the hidden
channel by using the number buttons.

To hide a channel:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

4 Press or to highlight the channel you want to hide (the

default is to show the channel), then press ENTER to remove the
check mark from the channel.

Note: If the list has more than one page, press or to scroll through

the pages.

5 Press EXIT to close the menu.

Setting up a favorite channel list

You can create a favorite channel list so you can quickly browse through
your favorite channels by pressing FAVORITE, then selecting a channel
from the favorite channel list.

To set up the favorite channel list:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

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2 Press or to highlight Channel, then press . The Channel

menu opens.

3 Select the signal source of the channel you want to set up on the

favorites list.

4 Press or to highlight Favor ite, then press ENTER. The

favorite channel list opens.

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 label a channel:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Channel, then press . The Channel

menu opens.

5 Press or to highlight the channel you want to add to the

favorite list, then press ENTER to mark the channel. A check
mark appears if the channel is added to the list. The check mark
disappears if you delete the channel from the list.

Note: If the list has more than one page, press or to scroll through

the pages.

6 Press EXIT to close the menu.
7 To select a channel in the favorite channel list, press FAVORITE,

press or to highlight the channel, then press ENTER.

3 Select the signal source of the channel you want to label.
4 Highlight Channel No. , then press or to select the channel

you want to label.

5 Press or to highlight Channel Label.
6 Press ENTER to open channel label screen. The Channel Label

screen opens.

7 Press or to select a character, then press or to move to

the next position. Repeat this step to add more characters.

8 Press MENU to exit to the previous menu.

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Setting parental controls

Checking the DTV signal strength

You can check the DTV 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 DTV signal strength:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Channel, then press . The Channel

menu opens. The DTV signal strength is shown at the bottom of
the menu.

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 a
password.

Turning parental controls on or off

To turn parental controls on or off:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

3 Press EXIT to close the menu.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens with Parental Controls selected.

Parental Controls

3 Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens.

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4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit password. The

default password is 0000. The Parental Controls sub menu
opens.

5 Press or to highlight System Lock, then press or to

select On (to enable the blocking scheme you set up and to set
up the blocking scheme (otherwise the rating setting can not be
accessed) or Off (to disable the blocking scheme you set up).

6 Press EXIT to close the menu.

Setting or changing the password

To set the parental password:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

3 Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens.

4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit password. The

default password is 0000. You should change the password to a
number you can remember. The Parental Controls sub-menu
opens.

5 Press or to highlight Change Password, then press

ENTER. The password entry screen opens.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens with Parental Controls selected.

Parental Controls

6 Press the number buttons to input old password, then input a

new password, and then confirm the new password again. The
Parental Controls sub menu reopens.

Note: If you forget your password, enter 9999.

7 Press EXIT to close the menu.

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Setting parental controls

Setting parental control levels

You can set parental controls for the U.S. and Canada. The following
procedure shows how to set controls for U.S. TV ratings. You use similar
steps for controlling U.S. movie and Canadian TV ratings.

To set parental controls:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens with Parental Controls selected.

5 Press or to highlight System Lock, then press or to

select On.

6 Press or to highlight US, then press ENTER. The US settings

sub-menu opens.

Note: Select Canada to set Canadian TV controls.

Parental Controls

3 Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens.

4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit password. The

Parental Controls sub menu opens.

7 Press or to highlight TV, then press ENTER. The U.S. TV

RATING screen opens.

Note: Select MPAA to set controls for U.S. movie ratings.

8 Press or to highlight the rating you want to block,

then press ENTER. A lock symbol appears when a rating is
blocked.

Note: On the MPAA Rating screen, press or to select the rating. That

rating and all other higher ratings are blocked.

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9 Press EXIT to close the menu.

U.S. TV ratings (age-based)

TV-Y All children.

TV-Y7 Suitable for children 7 and older.

TV-G General audiences.

TV-PG Parental guidance suggested.

TV-14 Parental guidance strongly suggested.

TV-MA Mature audiences only.

U. S. TV ratings (content-based)

FV Fantasy violence.

VViolence.

SSexual situations.

L Strong language.

D Suggestive dialog.

U.S. movie (MPAA) ratings

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.

X Adults only.

N/A Movie is not rated.

Downloading rating information

You can download rating information to use when setting parental
controls.

To download rating information:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens with Parental Controls selected.

Parental Controls

Canadian English ratings

EXEMPT Exempt programming.

CSuitable for all children.

C8+ Suitable for children 8 and older.

G General audiences.

PG Parental guidance suggested.

14+ Suitable for children 14 and older.

18+ Adults only.

Canadian French ratings

EXEMPT Exempt programming.

G General audiences.

8 ans+ Suitable for children 8 and older.

13 ans+ Suitable for children 13 and older.

16 ans+ Suitable for children 16 and older.

18 ans+ Adults only.

3 Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens.

4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit password. The

Parental Controls sub menu opens.

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Using closed captioning

5 Press or to highlight System Lock, then press or to

select On.

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.

Using closed captioning

3 Press or to highlight Closed Caption, then press or

ENTER. The closed caption menu opens.

4 Press or to highlight CC Mode, then press or to select

the CC mode. You can select On (turns on closed captioning),
CC on Mute (turns on closed captioning when the sound is
muted), or Off (turns off closed captioning).

5 Press EXIT to close the menu.

Tip: You can also press CCD to turn closed captioning on or off.

Selecting the closed captioning mode

To select the closed captioning mode:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

Turning closed captioning on or off

To turn closed captioning on or off:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens.

Parental Controls

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens.

Parental Controls

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3 Press or to highlight Closed Caption, then press or

ENTER. The closed caption menu opens.

4 Press or to highlight CC Mode, then press or to select

On.

5 Press or to highlight Basic Selection.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens.

Parental Controls

3 Press or to highlight Closed Caption, then press or

ENTER. The closed caption menu opens.

6 Press or to select a closed captioning mode. You can select:

• CC1 through CC4—Closed captioning appears in a small
banner across the bottom of the screen. CC1 is usually the
“printed” version of the audio. CC2 through CC4 display
content provided by the broadcaster.

• Te x t1 through Tex t4 —Closed captioning that covers half
or all of the screen. Text 1 through Tex t4 display content
provided by the broadcaster.

7 Press EXIT to close the menu.

Customizing DTV closed captioning styles

You can customize the way DTV closed captioning is displayed.

To customize DTV closed captioning:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

4 Press or to highlight CC Mode, then press or to select

On.

5 Press or to highlight Advanced Selection.

6 Press or to select an advanced digital closed captioning

option. You can select Service1 – Service6 (displays content
provided by the broadcaster).

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Adjusting time settings

7 Press or to highlight Option, then press ENTER. The DTV

closed captioning styles menu opens.

8 Press or to highlight Mode, then press or to select

Custom.

Note: To reset the closed captioning styles to their defaults, set Mode to

Default.

9 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

• Font Edge Color—Selects the edge color

• FG Color—Selects the color for the words

• BG Color—Selects the color for the background

• FG Opacity—Selects the opacity level for the words

• BG Opacity—Selects the opacity level for the background

10 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press EXIT to

close the menu.

Adjusting time settings

Setting the clock

To set the clock:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens.

Parental Controls

3 Press or to highlight Time, then press ENTER. The time

setting menu opens.

4 Press or to highlight Time Zone, then press or to

select your time zone. You can select Pacific, Alaska, Hawaii,

Atlantic, Eastern, Central, or Mountain.

5 If your viewing area observes Daylight Savings time, press or

to highlight DST, then press or to select On.

The Clock row shows the current time, based on the time zone
you select. This information is based on a digital channel and
does not need to be set manually.

6 Press EXIT to close the menu.

Setting the sleep timer

You can specify the amount of time you want your TV to wait before it
automatically turns off.

To set the sleep timer:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

Adjusting menu settings

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2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens.

Parental Controls

3 Press or to highlight Time, then press ENTER. The time

setting menu opens.

Adjusting menu settings

Selecting the menu language and transparency

To select the on-screen menu language and menu transparency:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens.

4 Press or to highlight Sleep Timer, then press or to

select the amount of time you want your TV to wait before it
automatically turns off.

Note: To turn off the sleep timer, select Off.

5 Press EXIT to close the menu.

Note: You can also press SLEEP on the remote control to set the sleep

timer.

Parental Controls

3 Press or to highlight Menu Settings, then press ENTER.

The Menu Settings menu opens.

4 Press or to highlight Menu Language, then press or

to select the menu language you want. Options include English,

French, and Spanish.

5 Press or to select Transparency, then press or to

select the menu transparency you want. Options include 0%,
25%, 50%, 75%, and 100%

6 Press EXIT to close the menu.

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Adjusting menu settings

Labeling an input source

You can add a label to an input source to make it easier to identify.

To label an input source:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens.

Parental Controls

Restoring default settings

Caution : When you restore default settings, all the settings (except the

password and parental rating) you have custo mized are reset.

To restore default settings:

1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens.

2 Press or to highlight Setup, then press . The Setup menu

opens.

Parental Controls

3 Press or to highlight Input Label, then press ENTER. The

Input Label screen opens.

4 Press or to highlight a preset label from several options or

select Custom to enter your own label.

5 If you select Custom, press or to highlight Custom Label,

then press .

6 Press or to select a character, then press or to move to

the next position. Repeat this step to add more characters.

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

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

8 Press MENU to exit.

3 Press or to highlight Restore Default, then press ENTER.

A confirmation box opens.

4 Press or to select Ye s, then press ENTER.
5 Press EXIT to close the menu.

Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

War ning : Do not try to repair your TV yourself. Contact authorized service

personne l.

Video and audio

Problem Solution

No picture or sound
(the screen is not lit)

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

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

Only noise (snow)
appears on the
screen

Picture has dotted
lines or stripes

Picture has double
images

Picture has a few
bright or dark dots

Good picture, no
sound

Audio noise or static • Move radio frequency communication

Remote control

Problem Solution

Remote control
does not work

• Make sure that the power cord is plugged
into a power outlet.

• Press (power) on your TV or the remote
control.

• Try another channel. The problem could be
with the TV station.

• Select the correct picture mode. For more
information, see “Adjusting the picture” on
page 13.

• Adjust the brightness. For more
information, see “Adjusting the picture” on
page 13.

• Make sure that the antenna or cable TV is
connected correctly. For more information,
see “Connecting an antenna, cable TV, or
satellite TV box” on page 8.

• Adjust the color saturation. For more
information, see “Adjusting the picture” on
page 13.

• Make sure that the antenna or cable TV is
connected correctly. For more information,
see “Connecting an antenna, cable TV, or
satellite TV box” on page 8.

• Try another channel. The problem could be
with the TV station.

• Adjust the antenna.

• Move your TV away from noise sources,
such as cars, neon signs, or hair dryers.

• Use a highly directional outdoor antenna or
change to cable or satellite TV.

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

• Increase the volume.

•Press MUTE to make sure that the sound is
not muted.

• Make sure that the audio mode is set to
STEREO or MONO. For more information,
see “Selecting the audio mode” on page

15.

equipment, such as a cordless phone, away
from your TV.

• Replace the batteries. For more

information, see “Installing remote control
batteries” on page 7.

• Make sure that the batteries are inserted

correctly. For more information, see
“Installing remote control batteries” on
page 7.

• Make sure that the power cord is plugged

into an AC power outlet.

General

Problem Solution

Cannot tune to
one or more
channels

Password is lost • On the Parental Controls menu, enter 9999 for

Cannot access
some items

TV cabinet creaks • When you are using your TV, the temperature

Buttons do not
work

• The program you want to watch may be
blocked through the parental controls. For
more information, see “Setting parental
control levels” on page 20 or “Turning
parental controls on or off” on
page 18.

• 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. For more
information, see “Changing channel settings”
on page 15.

the password, then set a new password. For
more information, see “Setting parental
controls” on page 20.

• If a setting or option is grayed out, it is not
available in the current input mode.

inside the cabinet increases. This causes the
cabinet to expand or contract, which
produces the creaking noise. This is not a
malfunction.

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

Note: If the problem is not solved by using these troubleshooting

instructions, turn off your TV, then turn it on again.

Maintenance

Cleaning

• 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.

Specifications

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Dimensions and weight are approximate.

TV type

TV panel

TV system

Channels

Audio multiplex

Audio output

Power requirement

LCD
15-inch (DX-L15-10A) TFT LCD
19-inch (DX-L19-10A) TFT LCD
22-inch (DX-L22-10A) TFT LCD

NTSC-M, ATSC
VHF: 2 - 13
UHF: 14 - 69
CATV: 1 - 125
CADTV: 1-135
DTV: 2 - 69

BTSC system
3W × 2

AC 120 V, 60 Hz

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Power consumption

Dimensions

Weight

Input terminals

Output terminals

Control terminals

30W (15")
35W (19")
50W (22")

15.35 × 11.57 × 7.1 inches (15")
(390×294×180 mm)

18.03 × 13.23 × 7.1 inches (19")
(458×336×180 mm)

20.7 ×14.6 × 7.1 inches (22")
(526×372×180 mm)

6.18 lbs. (2.8 kg) - 15"

8.82 lbs. (4 kg) - 19"
10 lbs. (4.5 kg) - 22"
Composite video/left and right audio (2)
S-Video (1)
Component video/left and right audio (1)
HDMI (1)
VGA/audio (1)
Antenna (1)
Headphone jack (1)
RS-232 (1)
Service Port (1)

Legal notices

FCC Part 15

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this
product is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits
for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to tr y 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 technician for help.

FCC warning

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.

Canada ICES-003 statement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Standard Television Receiving Apparatus — Appareil de réception
télévision ordinaire, Canada BETS-7 / NTMR-7

Notices

Specifications and features are subject to change without notice or
obligation.

For service and support call [phone].

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One-year limited warranty

Dynex Products (“Dynex”) warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new
DX-L15-10A, DX-L19-10A, or DX-L22-10A (“Product”), that the Product shall be free
of defects in the original manufacture of the material or workmanship for a period of
one (1) year from the date of your purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”). This
Product must be purchased from an authorized dealer of Dynex brand Products and
packaged with this warranty statement. This warranty does not cover refurbished
product. If you notify Dynex during the Warranty Period of a defect covered by this
warranty that requires service, terms of this warranty apply.

How long does the coverage last?

The Warranty Period lasts for one year (365 days) from the date you purchased the
Product. The 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 Product at no charge with new or rebuilt
comparable products or parts. Products and parts replaced under this warranty become
the property of Dynex and are not returned to you. If service of products and 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.

How to obtain warranty service?

If you purchased the Product at a retail store location, take your original receipt and the
Product to the store you purchased it from. 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 an 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 30 inches or larger,
call 1-888-BESTBUY. Call agents will diagnose and correct the issue over the phone or
will have an Dynex-approved repair person 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,
Canada, and Mexico.

What does the warranty not cover?

This warranty does not cover:

• Customer instruction

• Installation

•Set up adjustments

• Cosmetic damage

• Damage due to acts of God, such as lightning strikes

•Accident

•Misuse

•Abuse

•Negligence

•Commercial use

• Modification of any part of the Product

• Plasma display panel damaged by static (non-moving) images applied for
lengthy periods (burn-in).

This warranty also does not cover:

• Damage due to inc orrect operation or maintenance

• Connection to an incorrect voltage supply

• Attempted repair by anyone other than a fa cility authorized by Dynex to service
the Product

• Products sold as is or with all faults

• Consumables, such as fuses or batteries

• Products where the factor y applied serial number has been altered or removed

REPAIR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY. 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.
Contact Dynex:
For customer service please call 1-800-305-2204
www.dynexproducts.com
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7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota, U.S.A. 55423-3645
© 2009 Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc.
All rights reserved. DYNEX is a trademark of Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. Registered
in some countries. All other products and brand names are trademarks of their
respective owners.

www.dynexproducts.com [phone]

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