Dynex DX-24L150A11 User Manual (English) - Page 12

Making connections DX-24L150A11 9 4 For more help, call technical support for your universal remote control or set-top box manufacturer, or call the Dynex Customer Care Center. For US and Canada markets, call 1-800-305-2204. For Mexico markets, call 01-800-926-3020. Making connections Before you make any connections: • Check the plugs on the ends of cables to make sure that they are the correct type before you try plugging them into jacks on the TV. • Make sure that all plugs are securely inserted into the jacks. Loose connections can result in image or color problems. • When connecting devices to the TV, make sure that the TV and the device are turned off and that the power cords are unplugged. Selecting a location You should select a location for the TV: • Where direct light does not reflect on the screen • That has indirect and soft lighting • Where the TV has access to an antenna or cable TV connection • Where the TV has access to a power outlet Note: Watching TV in total darkness or with a reflection on the screen may cause eye strain. Connecting the power To connect the power cord: • Connect the power cable to the AC IN jack on the back of the TV, then connect the other end to a power outlet. Power outlet Power cord Notes: • The AC plug on the TV may be different from the one shown. • Make sure that you only use the type of power source indicated on the marking label. • Always unplug the power cord when not using the TV for a long period of time. Connecting an HDMI device Note: If your device has an HDMI connection, we recommend you use that to get the best quality possible. To connect an HDMI device: • Connect one end of an HDMI cable (not included) to the HDMI 1 jack on the back of your TV, or HDMI2 jack on the side of your TV, then connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI OUT jack on the HDMI device. Back of TV HDMI device HDMI cable Note: To connect a DVI device, use a DVI to HDMI adapter cable to connect to the HDMI jack on the TV, then connect an audio cable to the PC IN AUDIO jack on the back of the TV. To play from the HDMI device: 1 Turn on the TV, then press INPUT. The INPUT SOURCE menu opens. 2 Press or to select HDMI 1 or HDMI 2, then press ENTER. Note: You can also press HDMI once to select HDMI 1 or twice to select HDMI 2. 3 Turn on the HDMI device, then set it to the correct mode. Refer to the instructions that came with the HDMI device. Connecting a component video device Component cables often have red, green, and blue color-coded video connectors and red and white audio connectors. Match the colors when making connections. 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 device Component video cable Audio cable 3 Connect the other end of the component video cable to the COMPONENT jacks on the back of your TV.