User Manual (English)
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... DX-42E250A12 42" LED-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 5 Package contents 5 Front 5 Back 5 Remote control 6 Making connections 7 What connection should I use 7 Connecting power 7 Connecting a cable or satellite box 8 Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box 10 Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player 11 Connecting a VCR 13 Connecting a camcorder or game console 13 Connecting a computer 14 Connecting a basic home...
... DX-42E250A12 42" LED-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 5 Package contents 5 Front 5 Back 5 Remote control 6 Making connections 7 What connection should I use 7 Connecting power 7 Connecting a cable or satellite box 8 Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box 10 Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player 11 Connecting a VCR 13 Connecting a camcorder or game console 13 Connecting a computer 14 Connecting a basic home...
User Manual (English)
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... help and information 32 Common universal remote control codes 32 Legal notices 32 One-year limited warranty - iii Setting parental controls 20 Setting or changing the password 20 Locking control buttons 21 Setting parental control levels 22 Downloading rating information 23 Blocking unrated TV 24 Using closed captioning 24 Selecting the analog closed captioning mode 24 Customizing digital closed captioning styles 25 Adjusting the aspect ratio 26 Setting the aspect ratio 26 Adjusting time settings 26 Setting the clock 26 Setting the sleep timer 27 Adjusting menu settings...
... help and information 32 Common universal remote control codes 32 Legal notices 32 One-year limited warranty - iii Setting parental controls 20 Setting or changing the password 20 Locking control buttons 21 Setting parental control levels 22 Downloading rating information 23 Blocking unrated TV 24 Using closed captioning 24 Selecting the analog closed captioning mode 24 Customizing digital closed captioning styles 25 Adjusting the aspect ratio 26 Setting the aspect ratio 26 Adjusting time settings 26 Setting the clock 26 Setting the sleep timer 27 Adjusting menu settings...
User Manual (English)
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..., listed in mind The issue The home theater entertainment experience is appropriate. Use only a TV stand rated for the weight of your TV. • Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for safe wall mount installation. At least two people are committed to walls backed with entertainment system furniture and TVs. • Don't place TVs on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers...
..., listed in mind The issue The home theater entertainment experience is appropriate. Use only a TV stand rated for the weight of your TV. • Carefully read and understand all enclosed instructions for safe wall mount installation. At least two people are committed to walls backed with entertainment system furniture and TVs. • Don't place TVs on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers...
User Manual (English)
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.... This helps prevent property damage and personal injury from touching such power lines or circuits as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have the same characteristics as vases, should not be fatal. Handling the LCD panel • Your TV's screen is used, use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12 Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket...
.... This helps prevent property damage and personal injury from touching such power lines or circuits as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have the same characteristics as vases, should not be fatal. Handling the LCD panel • Your TV's screen is used, use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12 Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket...
User Manual (English)
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... (2 AAA) Stand with ten screws Composite video cable Audio cable Quick Setup Guide Front Back DX-42E250A12 5 # Item 1 MENU 2 INPUT 3 VOLUME+/VOLUME- 4 CHANNEL / CHANNEL 5 (power) 6 Remote sensor 7 Power indicator Description Press to open the Source List, then press or to select a video input source. In menu mode, press to the HDMI1 jack. Press to turn your TV on or off " on page 16. # Item 1 Service port 2 HDMI1/HDMI2 3 AV IN 4 DIGITAL OUT 5 ANT/CABLE IN 6 COMPONENT Y/PB/PR and L/R Audio IN Description For software update only...
... (2 AAA) Stand with ten screws Composite video cable Audio cable Quick Setup Guide Front Back DX-42E250A12 5 # Item 1 MENU 2 INPUT 3 VOLUME+/VOLUME- 4 CHANNEL / CHANNEL 5 (power) 6 Remote sensor 7 Power indicator Description Press to open the Source List, then press or to select a video input source. In menu mode, press to the HDMI1 jack. Press to turn your TV on or off " on page 16. # Item 1 Service port 2 HDMI1/HDMI2 3 AV IN 4 DIGITAL OUT 5 ANT/CABLE IN 6 COMPONENT Y/PB/PR and L/R Audio IN Description For software update only...
User Manual (English)
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... 17. 6 DX-42E250A12 TV components Remote control # Button 9 ZOOM 10 PICTURE 11 SLEEP 12 AUDIO 13 (power) 14 RECALL 15 GUIDE 16 17 EXIT 18 CH +/CH- 19 FAVORITE # Button 1 INPUT 2 Numbers 3 4 INFO 5 ENTER 6 MENU 7 VOL +/VOL - 8 MUTE 20 Video input Description Press to open the Source List, then press or to display TV status information, such as the channel number, channel name (if available), or signal source. You can select CC Mode. For more...
... 17. 6 DX-42E250A12 TV components Remote control # Button 9 ZOOM 10 PICTURE 11 SLEEP 12 AUDIO 13 (power) 14 RECALL 15 GUIDE 16 17 EXIT 18 CH +/CH- 19 FAVORITE # Button 1 INPUT 2 Numbers 3 4 INFO 5 ENTER 6 MENU 7 VOL +/VOL - 8 MUTE 20 Video input Description Press to open the Source List, then press or to display TV status information, such as the channel number, channel name (if available), or signal source. You can select CC Mode. For more...
User Manual (English)
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... satellite box HDMI cable From cable TV wall jack (75 ohm) 4 Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite box. 5 Go through the setup wizard on the cable TV or satellite box 3.5 mm audio cable From cable TV wall jack (75 ohm) 5 Connect a 3.5mm to L+R audio cable (not included) to improve signal reception and picture quality. Adjust the antenna or use the best connection type available. You do not need to install a set -top box. • "Many high-definition (HD) channels...
... satellite box HDMI cable From cable TV wall jack (75 ohm) 4 Turn on your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite box. 5 Go through the setup wizard on the cable TV or satellite box 3.5 mm audio cable From cable TV wall jack (75 ohm) 5 Connect a 3.5mm to L+R audio cable (not included) to improve signal reception and picture quality. Adjust the antenna or use the best connection type available. You do not need to install a set -top box. • "Many high-definition (HD) channels...
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... digital audio output. 5 Turn on the cable or satellite TV box. A/V cable To Cable-in jack on the cable TV or satellite box Audio cable From cable TV wall jack (75 ohm) 4 Connect an audio cable (not included) to the L and R audio jacks on the side of your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite box. 6 Go through the setup wizard on the cable or satellite box. Making connections DX-42E250A12 9 Using component video (better) To connect a cable or satellite box using the L and R audio jacks, the audio output is analog. Cable...
... digital audio output. 5 Turn on the cable or satellite TV box. A/V cable To Cable-in jack on the cable TV or satellite box Audio cable From cable TV wall jack (75 ohm) 4 Connect an audio cable (not included) to the L and R audio jacks on the side of your TV, then turn on the cable or satellite box. 6 Go through the setup wizard on the cable or satellite box. Making connections DX-42E250A12 9 Using component video (better) To connect a cable or satellite box using the L and R audio jacks, the audio output is analog. Cable...
User Manual (English)
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... your TV's power cord is unplugged and the home theater system is turned off . 2 Connect a digital coaxial audio cable to the digital output jack on the side of your devices for a better picture and sound. Using HDMI To connect a computer using digital audio: 1 Make sure that came with multiple devices Blu-ray player/DVD player/VCR Cable or satellite TV box AV receiver Game console or camera USB flash drive Computer Antenna or cable TV connected directly to the wall jack The connections you make...
... your TV's power cord is unplugged and the home theater system is turned off . 2 Connect a digital coaxial audio cable to the digital output jack on the side of your devices for a better picture and sound. Using HDMI To connect a computer using digital audio: 1 Make sure that came with multiple devices Blu-ray player/DVD player/VCR Cable or satellite TV box AV receiver Game console or camera USB flash drive Computer Antenna or cable TV connected directly to the wall jack The connections you make...
User Manual (English)
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...TV Sound Mode Balance Surround Sound Equalizer Digital Audio/SPDIF Auto Volume Contorl Standard 0 PCM Select Adjust Setup menu (TV mode) Back Exit OSD Language Aspect Ratio Time Setup Caption Parental Reset Default Video Audio Setup TV English Wide Select Adjust TV menu (TV mode) Back Exit Tuner MMooddee Channel Skciapn Channel LSiksitp MFaTvSo/rSitAeP List AMuTdSi/oSALaPnguage Audio Language Video Audio Setup TV Antenna Stereo StereoEnglish English Select Adjust Back Exit Your TV enters Standby mode and the power indicator LED turns red. Input TV AV Component HDMI...
...TV Sound Mode Balance Surround Sound Equalizer Digital Audio/SPDIF Auto Volume Contorl Standard 0 PCM Select Adjust Setup menu (TV mode) Back Exit OSD Language Aspect Ratio Time Setup Caption Parental Reset Default Video Audio Setup TV English Wide Select Adjust TV menu (TV mode) Back Exit Tuner MMooddee Channel Skciapn Channel LSiksitp MFaTvSo/rSitAeP List AMuTdSi/oSALaPnguage Audio Language Video Audio Setup TV Antenna Stereo StereoEnglish English Select Adjust Back Exit Your TV enters Standby mode and the power indicator LED turns red. Input TV AV Component HDMI...
User Manual (English)
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... service personnel. No picture (screen is not correct. • Change the aspect ratio. No color, dark picture, or color is not lit) and no box)" on page 10. • If you are using an antenna, the digital channel signal may be low. • If you are using an antenna and the signal strength is connected correctly and securely. See "Selecting the video input source" on page 17. • Make sure that the video cables...
... service personnel. No picture (screen is not correct. • Change the aspect ratio. No color, dark picture, or color is not lit) and no box)" on page 10. • If you are using an antenna, the digital channel signal may be low. • If you are using an antenna and the signal strength is connected correctly and securely. See "Selecting the video input source" on page 17. • Make sure that the video cables...
User Manual (English)
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... antenna/cable or cable/satellite box and your TV. "No signal" error message is set a new password. See "Locking control buttons" on page 21. • Unplug the power cord, wait a few seconds, then plug the cord back in "Programming a universal remote control" on the broadcast power level of damage is lost. • Enter 9999 to access parental controls, then set to use , the temperature rises naturally and may be accessed. For up to date codes, go to change channels...
... antenna/cable or cable/satellite box and your TV. "No signal" error message is set a new password. See "Locking control buttons" on page 21. • Unplug the power cord, wait a few seconds, then plug the cord back in "Programming a universal remote control" on the broadcast power level of damage is lost. • Enter 9999 to access parental controls, then set to use , the temperature rises naturally and may be accessed. For up to date codes, go to change channels...
User Manual (English)
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...) With Stand: 43 lbs. (19.5 kg) DX-42E250A12 Screen size measured 42" diagonally Display type LED-LCD Panel 60 Hz vs.120 Hz Display resolution Panel resolution Aspect ratio 60Hz 1080p 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) 16:9 Contrast ratio (typical)-panel 2500:1 Comb filter 3d y/c digital Response time 6.5 ms Horizontal viewing angle 160 Vertical viewing angle 160 Display resolutions/VGA scan rates HDMI 1.3 Component video Tuner DX-42E250A12 Suggested Resolutions: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i Suggested Resolutions: 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i Analog Digital Inputs DX-42E250A12 NTSC ATSC...
...) With Stand: 43 lbs. (19.5 kg) DX-42E250A12 Screen size measured 42" diagonally Display type LED-LCD Panel 60 Hz vs.120 Hz Display resolution Panel resolution Aspect ratio 60Hz 1080p 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) 16:9 Contrast ratio (typical)-panel 2500:1 Comb filter 3d y/c digital Response time 6.5 ms Horizontal viewing angle 160 Vertical viewing angle 160 Display resolutions/VGA scan rates HDMI 1.3 Component video Tuner DX-42E250A12 Suggested Resolutions: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i Suggested Resolutions: 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i Analog Digital Inputs DX-42E250A12 NTSC ATSC...
Quick Setup Guide (English)
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... T Connecting a Home Theater System Using Digital audio DIGITAL AUDIO IN Connecting a home theater system with the four provided screws (M5, 12 mm). Click Support/Downloads. A copy of your User Guide is intended to www.dynexproducts.com, click Support & Service. Front features Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player, cable box, satellite receiver, or game station Using HDMI (best) Connecting an antenna/cable wall jack Remote Power control sensor indicator MENU INPUT VOLUME- Connection type Video quality Cable connector HDMI video/audio Best OR Component video and analog audio...
... T Connecting a Home Theater System Using Digital audio DIGITAL AUDIO IN Connecting a home theater system with the four provided screws (M5, 12 mm). Click Support/Downloads. A copy of your User Guide is intended to www.dynexproducts.com, click Support & Service. Front features Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player, cable box, satellite receiver, or game station Using HDMI (best) Connecting an antenna/cable wall jack Remote Power control sensor indicator MENU INPUT VOLUME- Connection type Video quality Cable connector HDMI video/audio Best OR Component video and analog audio...
Quick Setup Guide (English)
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..." LED-LCD HDTV 1080p I QUICK SETUP GUIDE I DX-42E250A12 ENGLISH 11-0620 SLEEP Sets the sleep timer. Go to more advanced features. We're here for analog programs. CH-LIST Opens the channel list. DYNEX is a trademark of their respective owners. Aspect ratio options Normal: Displays the original 4:3 aspect ratio with your new Dynex TV, see the table for available channels. ZOOM Changes how the picture displays on -screen menu. EXIT Closes the on the batteries match the + and - Back of TV Power outlet Power cord Turning...
..." LED-LCD HDTV 1080p I QUICK SETUP GUIDE I DX-42E250A12 ENGLISH 11-0620 SLEEP Sets the sleep timer. Go to more advanced features. We're here for analog programs. CH-LIST Opens the channel list. DYNEX is a trademark of their respective owners. Aspect ratio options Normal: Displays the original 4:3 aspect ratio with your new Dynex TV, see the table for available channels. ZOOM Changes how the picture displays on -screen menu. EXIT Closes the on the batteries match the + and - Back of TV Power outlet Power cord Turning...
Information Brochure (English)
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Click Support/Downloads. Go to www.dynexproducts.com, click Support & Service, enter your User Guide is not provided in the Search field, then press ENTER. ii Dynex DX-42E250A12 42" LED-LCD TV Contents CHILD SAFETY 1 Important safety instructions 2 Warnings 2 Cautions 2 Online User Manual 3 Troubleshooting 3 Video and audio 3 Remote control 5 General 5 Maintenance 5 Cleaning 5 Specifications 6 Legal notices 7 One-year limited warranty 9 US and Canada Markets 9 Online User Manual WE ARE GOING GREEN! A copy of your model number in the box but is available online.
Click Support/Downloads. Go to www.dynexproducts.com, click Support & Service, enter your User Guide is not provided in the Search field, then press ENTER. ii Dynex DX-42E250A12 42" LED-LCD TV Contents CHILD SAFETY 1 Important safety instructions 2 Warnings 2 Cautions 2 Online User Manual 3 Troubleshooting 3 Video and audio 3 Remote control 5 General 5 Maintenance 5 Cleaning 5 Specifications 6 Legal notices 7 One-year limited warranty 9 US and Canada Markets 9 Online User Manual WE ARE GOING GREEN! A copy of your model number in the box but is available online.
Information Brochure (English)
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... antenna or cable TV (no sound. • Press on the screen as close to the breeze from an air conditioner. Non-active pixels The LCD panel contains almost 3 million thin film transistors, which provide exceptionally sharp video quality. Online User Manual WE ARE GOING GREEN! Some TEXT modes can be experiencing problems. • Make sure that the antenna or cable system is connected correctly and securely. Online User Manual DX-42E250A12...
... antenna or cable TV (no sound. • Press on the screen as close to the breeze from an air conditioner. Non-active pixels The LCD panel contains almost 3 million thin film transistors, which provide exceptionally sharp video quality. Online User Manual WE ARE GOING GREEN! Some TEXT modes can be experiencing problems. • Make sure that the antenna or cable system is connected correctly and securely. Online User Manual DX-42E250A12...
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... picture, but no sound. • 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 using an antenna, the digital channel signal may be bad. Poor picture • Make sure that the video cables are connected securely to the back of the speakers • Adjust the audio balance. Light...
... picture, but no sound. • 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 using an antenna, the digital channel signal may be bad. Poor picture • Make sure that the video cables are connected securely to the back of the speakers • Adjust the audio balance. Light...
Information Brochure (English)
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... common codes in "Programming a different universal remote control" in the current video input mode. Note If the problem is not solved by pressing the number buttons or you are extremely dirty, use the remote that came with that box to change . Maintenance Cleaning • Clean your universal remote control and contact the manufacturer if problems persist. Maintenance DX-42E250A12 5 Remote control Problem Solution Remote control does not work • Make sure that the Button Lock option is set a new password. Problem Solution Password...
... common codes in "Programming a different universal remote control" in the current video input mode. Note If the problem is not solved by pressing the number buttons or you are extremely dirty, use the remote that came with that box to change . Maintenance Cleaning • Clean your universal remote control and contact the manufacturer if problems persist. Maintenance DX-42E250A12 5 Remote control Problem Solution Remote control does not work • Make sure that the Button Lock option is set a new password. Problem Solution Password...
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...) With Stand: 43 lbs. (19.5 kg) DX-42E250A12 Screen size measured diagonally Display type Panel 60 Hz vs.120 Hz 42" LED backlight LCD 60Hz Display resolution 1080p Panel resolution Aspect ratio Contrast ratio (typical)-panel Comb filter 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) 16:9 2500:1 3d y/c digital Response time 6.5 ms Horizontal viewing angle 160 Vertical viewing angle 160 Display resolutions/VGA scan rates Tuner DX-42E250A12 HDMI 1.3 Suggested Resolutions: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i Component video Suggested Resolutions: 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i PC/VGA Suggested scan rates: 640...
...) With Stand: 43 lbs. (19.5 kg) DX-42E250A12 Screen size measured diagonally Display type Panel 60 Hz vs.120 Hz 42" LED backlight LCD 60Hz Display resolution 1080p Panel resolution Aspect ratio Contrast ratio (typical)-panel Comb filter 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) 16:9 2500:1 3d y/c digital Response time 6.5 ms Horizontal viewing angle 160 Vertical viewing angle 160 Display resolutions/VGA scan rates Tuner DX-42E250A12 HDMI 1.3 Suggested Resolutions: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i Component video Suggested Resolutions: 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i PC/VGA Suggested scan rates: 640...
