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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 0 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM

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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page ii Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM ii Dynex DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 32”/37”/46” LCD TV Contents CHILD SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page iii Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM iii Checking the digital signal strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Setting parental controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Setting or changing the password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Setting parental control levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 1 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 1 f CHILD SAFETY It makes a difference how and where you use your flat panel display As you enjoy your new product, keep these safety tips in mind The issue The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend, and larger TVs are popular purchases. However, TVs are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 2 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 2 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 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.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 3 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Important safety instructions DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Power source 3 Note to CATV system installer 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 Article 820 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 40 provides guidance for correct grounding.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 4 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 4 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Installing the stand or wall-mount bracket 2 Remove the screws that secure the stand to the Note The appearance of the product in this User Guide may differ from your actual product, and is for explanatory purposes only. stand column, then remove the stand.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 5 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM TV components DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 TV components Side - Controls Package contents • • • • • 5 MENU Remote control and batteries (2 AAA) Stand with screws Composite cable AC power cord Quick Setup Guide INPUT VOL VOL Front CH CH # Item Description 1 Remote sensor Receives the signals from the remote control. Do not block. Power indicator Lights red when your TV is in standby mode.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 6 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 6 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Side - Connections TV components Remote control POWER INPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RECALL 0 INFO GUIDE MENU EXIT MUTE # Item Description USB port VOL 1 Connect a USB flash drive to this port. For more information, see “Connecting a USB flash drive” on page 14.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 7 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Making connections # Button Description 9 VOL+/VOL– Press to increase or decrease the volume. 10 Video Input Press to select the input source. VIDEO—Press to select the device connected to the AV IN jacks. HDMI—Press one or more times to select the device connected to the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 jack. TV—Press to select the TV input source. COMP—Press to select the device connected to the COMPONENT video jacks. VGA—N/A.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 8 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 8 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Connecting power To connect the power: • Connect the AC power cord to the AC IN jack on the back of your TV, then plug the other end into a power outlet. Making connections Connecting a cable or satellite box Many cable or satellite TV boxes have more than one connection type. To get the best video, you should use the best connection type available.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 9 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Making connections DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Using DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio connection) To connect a cable or satellite box using DVI: 1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. 2 Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack to the cable-in jack on the cable or satellite box.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 10 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 10 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Making connections Using composite video (good) Using coaxial (good) To connect a cable or satellite box using composite video: 1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. 2 Connect the incoming cable from the cable wall jack to the cable-in jack on the cable or satellite box.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 11 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Making connections DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box) Connecting a DVD or Blu-ray player To connect an antenna or cable TV (no box): 1 Turn off your TV and all connected equipment. 2 Connect a coaxial cable (not provided) to the ANT/CABLE IN jack on the side of your TV and to the antenna or cable TV wall jack.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 12 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 12 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Connecting an HDMI or DVI device (best) To connect an HDMI or DVI device: 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the HDMI or DVI device is turned off. 2 Connect an HDMI cable (not provided) to the HDMI1 or HDMI2 jack on the side of your TV and to the HDMI OUT jack on the HDMI or DVI device.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 13 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Making connections DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Connecting a composite video device (good) Connecting a VCR To connect a composite video device: 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the composite video device is turned off. 2 Connect a composite cable (provided) to the VIDEO and L and R audio jacks on the side of your TV and to the AV OUT jacks on the composite video device.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 14 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 14 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Connecting a camcorder or game console To connect a camcorder or game console: 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the camcorder or game console is turned off. 2 Connect a composite cable (provided) to the VIDEO and L and R audio jacks on the side of your TV and to the AV OUT jacks on the camcorder or game console.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 15 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Using the remote control DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Connecting a basic home theater system Cautions • Using digital audio • To connect a basic home theater system using digital audio: 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the home theater system is turned off.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 16 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 16 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 3 Press or to highlight a language, then press ENTER. The Choose Your Time Setting screen opens. Setup Wizard Choose Your Time Setting Auto Pacific Off 2011 July 15 09 : 05 AM Mode Time Zone DST Year Month Day Time Select Move MENU Back Next EXIT Exit If Automatic, options are automatically set by TV source.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 17 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Understanding the basics Selecting the video input source DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Audio menu (TV mode) To select the video input source: 1 Turn on your TV, then press INPUT. The INPUT SOURCE list opens. Settings menu (TV mode) 2 Press or to highlight the video input source, then press ENTER. You can also press a direct input button on the remote control to select the video input source.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 18 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 18 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Navigating the menus MENU Adjusting the picture Viewing program information To view channel information: • Press INFO to view an information banner. The information banner shows the current program information such as channel number, video input source, and resolution.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 19 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Adjusting the sound • Sharpness—Adjusts the color detail of images. If you set this control too high, dark images may appear with light or white edges. • Backlight—Sets the overall brilliance of the screen (not available when Picture Mode is set to ENERGY SAVING). • Advanced Video—Opens the Advanced Video sub-menu where you can adjust additional video options.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 20 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 20 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 • Sound Mode—Selects the EQ sound mode. You can select Standard, News, Music, Movie, or Custom. Changing channel settings 2 Press or to highlight Channels, then press . The Channels menu opens. Note You can also press AUDIO to select the audio mode. • Surround–Provides the ultimate home theater sound solution. • Treble—Adjusts the high sounds. • Bass—Adjusts the low sounds.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 21 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Changing channel settings 2 Press or to highlight Channels, then press . The Channels menu opens with Auto Channel Scan highlighted. Antenna Auto Channel Scan Add/Skip Channels Favorites Channel Label Channel Strength Audio Only Auto Zoom Hiding channels You can hide channels in the channel list. When you press CH+ or CH–, your TV skips the hidden channels.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 22 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 22 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Setting up a favorite channel list Changing channel settings Viewing a favorite channel You can create a favorite channel list to make it easier to tune to your favorite channels. To set up a favorite channel list: 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Picture menu displayed. To view a favorite channel: 1 Press FAVORITE on your remote control.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 23 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Setting parental controls 5 Press or to select a character, then press or to move to the previous or next position. Repeat this step to add more characters. You can enter as many as 11 characters. 6 When you have completed the label, press ENTER. 7 Press MENU to return to the previous menu, or press EXIT to close the menu.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 24 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 24 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit password. The default password is 0000. You should change the password to something you can remember. The Parental Controls menu opens. To set parental control levels: 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Picture menu displayed.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 25 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Setting parental controls 5 Press or to highlight System Lock, then press or to select On (To enable System Lock), or Off (to disable System Lock). Note If you want to set the US and Canada items, you must set it to On. U.S.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 26 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 26 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 2 Press or to highlight Settings, then press . The Settings menu opens with Parental Controls highlighted. Select MENU Back EXIT Locking control buttons You can lock the TV control buttons on the side of your TV. When the control buttons on your TV are locked, you can only operate the TV with the remote control. To lock control buttons: 1 Press MENU.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 27 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Setting parental controls 27 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 4 Press the number buttons to enter the four-digit 3 Press ENTER. The Enter Password screen opens. password. The Parental Controls menu opens with Button Lock highlighted.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 28 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 28 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 4 Press or to select On (turns closed captioning Using closed captioning Closed captions (CC or subtitles) are intended to provide people who are hearing impaired with access to TV programs. However, this feature is also useful for viewers who are learning a new language, beginning to read, or in a noisy environment.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 29 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Using closed captioning DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 4 Press or to highlight Analog Caption, then press or to select an analog caption setting. You can select: • CC1 through CC4—Closed captioning appears in a small banner across the bottom of the screen. CC1 is usually the “printed” version of the audio. CC2 through CC4 display content provided by the broadcaster.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 30 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 30 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Adjusting time settings 4 Press ENTER, the Settings-Date/Time menu opens. Adjusting time settings Setting the clock To set the clock: 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens with the Picture menu displayed.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 31 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Adjusting menu settings 2 Press or to highlight Settings, then press . The Settings menu opens. Parental Controls Time Closed Caption Menu Settings Input Label System Info Restore Default Select MENU Back Exit EXIT Move Select MENU Back EXIT Exit Adjust TV Menu options. Set Date/Time and Sleep Timer. 3 Press or to highlight Time, then press or ENTER. The Settings-Time menu opens.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 32 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 32 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Restoring settings to default 2 Press or to highlight Settings, then press . The 2 Press or to highlight Settings, then press . The Settings menu opens. Settings menu opens.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 33 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Using a USB flash drive 4 Press or to highlight Power on in Vivid Mode, then press or to select On (TV will be in Vivid mode after power on), or Off (TV will come on in last picture mode before power off ). 5 Press or to highlight Restore Default, then press or to select Yes (to reset all settings, except the password and parental rating, to factory default), or No (to not reset).
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 34 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 34 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Viewing your favorite photos After you have created your favorite photo list, you can browse your favorite photos quickly. To view your favorite photos: 1 Switch to USB mode (see above). 2 Press MENU. The USB menu opens. Using a USB flash drive 5 Press or to highlight Favorite Photos, then press ENTER.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 35 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Using a USB flash drive 4 Press ENTER to access the menu. The USB Photos DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 35 3 Press to access the menu. Photos is highlighted. menu opens. 5 Press or to highlight View Slideshow, then 4 Press ENTER to access the menu. The USB Photos menu opens. press ENTER. A slideshow begins with the first photo in the current folder.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 36 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 36 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 • Random—To randomly select a transition effect. 7 Press EXIT to close the menu. Maintaining Maintaining Problem Picture quality is good on some channels and poor on others. Sound is good. • The problem may be caused by a poor or weak signal from the broadcaster or cable TV provider.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 37 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Troubleshooting Problem Only snow (noise) appears on the screen. Dotted lines or stripes appear on the screen. DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Solution • Try another channel. The station may be experiencing problems. • Make sure that the antenna or cable TV is connected correctly and securely. See “Connecting a cable or satellite box” on page 8 or “Connecting an antenna or cable TV (no box)” on page 11.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 38 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 38 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 General Problem Troubleshooting Note Solution No power • Make sure that the power cord is correctly connected to your TV and a power outlet. • Unplug the power cord, wait 60 seconds, then plug the cord back in and turn on your TV. • Other devices (for example, surround sound receiver, external speakers, fans, or hair dryers) may be interfering with your TV.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 39 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Specifications DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Specifications Inputs Specifications are subject to change without notice. DX-32L200A12 DX-37L200A12 DX-46L262A12 Warranty HDMI/DVI DX-32L200A12 DX-37L200A12 DX-46L262A12 Parts: 1 year Labor: 1 year Parts: 1 year Labor: 1 year Parts: 1 year Labor: 1 year Dimensions and weight DX-32L200A12 DX-37L200A12 DX-46L262A12 Without stand: 30.5 x 20.1 x 4.6 in. (77.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 40 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM 40 DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 Programming universal remote controls Programming a different universal remote control You can operate your Dynex TV with a new or existing universal remote control. To program a different universal remote control: 1 See the table below for common codes. If you have problems programming your remote or need a different remote control code, visit www.dynexproducts.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 41 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Legal notices DX-32L200A12/DX-37L200A12/DX-46L262A12 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.
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DX-32L-37L-46L_11-1082_MAN_V2_EN.book Page 43 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 1:09 PM Legal notices One-year limited warranty Dynex Televisions Definitions: Dynex Products (“Dynex”) warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new Dynex-branded television (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original manufacturer of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of your purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”).
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