The Connex FHD LED TV, model CX22A19DC, is designed for household use, offering a range of features for an enhanced viewing experience. This instruction manual provides comprehensive guidance on its setup, operation, and maintenance, ensuring safe and optimal performance.

Function Description

The Connex FHD LED TV serves as a primary display unit for various media sources. It supports full high-definition (FHD) content, delivering clear and vibrant images. The TV can receive signals from an antenna, cable, or cable box, allowing access to a wide array of channels. Additionally, it features a USB port for media playback, enabling users to view JPEG images, listen to MP3 audio, and watch MPEG1, MPEG2, and MPEG4 video files directly from a USB flash drive.

Multiple input options expand its functionality, including HDMI (ARC) for high-definition audio and video, VGA for connecting to a personal computer, and Y/Pb/Pr for component video input. Audio inputs and outputs, such as PC Audio In, Headphone Jack, Optical Out, and Audio Out, provide flexibility for connecting external audio devices or using headphones for private listening. The TV also includes a 12V DC input, making it suitable for various power setups, including those found in RVs.

The TV's main menu operation is intuitive, guided by a Setup Wizard that assists with initial configuration, including language selection, input source setup, and channel scanning. Users can customize picture and sound settings to their preferences, manage channels, and set time-related functions like a sleep timer. A lock menu provides parental control options, allowing users to set passwords and restrict access to certain content based on ratings.

Usage Features

The TV offers a user-friendly interface accessible via both on-device controls and a remote control. The on-device controls include buttons for input selection, menu access, volume adjustment (VOL+/-), channel navigation (CH+/-), and power on/off.

The remote control provides extensive functionality, mirroring and expanding upon the on-device controls. Key remote features include:

POWER: To switch the TV between standby and on modes.
INPUT: To select the desired input source (e.g., TV, AV, Component, HDMI, PC, Media).
S.MODE (Sound Mode): To select different sound modes.
P.MODE (Picture Mode): To adjust user picture modes, offering various settings.
FREEZE: To static a picture on the screen.
SLEEP: To set a timer for automatic TV shutdown.
0-9: For direct channel selection and entering page numbers in teletext mode.
--/-: To enter program numbers with different digits.
SWAP: To switch to the previous program.
INFO: To display current channel information.
VOL+/-: To increase or decrease the sound level.
PROG+/-: To scan through or select channels.
MUTE: To temporarily shut off or restore TV sound.
MENU: To bring up the main menu.
EXIT: To exit menus or sub-menus.
Navigation Keys (▲▼◄►) and ENTER: To navigate on-screen menus and adjust system settings.
CCD (Closed Caption): To select closed caption modes.
Play/Pause (II): To play/pause media or begin timeshift.
EPG (Electronic Program Guide): To show the Electronic Program Guide.
Stop (■): To stop playing or recording.
Previous Track/Chapter (◄◄): During playback, to select the previous track/chapter.
Next Track/Chapter (►►): During playback, to select the next track/chapter.
Previous Display (◄◄◄): To switch to the previous display.
Next Display (►►►): To move to the next display.
GOTO: To jump to a specific time on a DVD/VCD/MP3/WMA or CD.
A-B (A-B Repeat): To start the A-B repeat function.
REPEAT: To select repeat playback modes.
ZOOM: To set the display window.
CH. LIST (Channel List): To display the program list.
FAV.LIST (Favorite List): To select channels in the favorite list.
FAV (Favorite): To select the favorite channel.
MTS (Multi-channel Television Sound): To select MTS sound system modes (Mono, Stereo, Sap).

The Setup Wizard guides users through initial settings, including choosing between "Home Mode" (energy saving) and "Retail Mode." It also facilitates the setup of menu language, air/cable input, cable system type, and automatic channel scanning.

The Picture Menu allows adjustments to picture mode (e.g., Energy Saving), contrast, brightness, color, tint, sharpness, color temperature, and blue screen settings. The Sound Menu provides options for sound mode (e.g., Standard), bass, treble, balance, surround sound, auto volume, SPDIF type, audio languages, and accessibility features like Voice Guide. The Time Menu enables setting the sleep timer, time zone, daylight saving time, time format, auto clock, and current clock display. The Lock Menu offers password protection, system lock, input block, RRT settings, and the ability to reset RRT or clear the lock. The Channel Menu allows users to manage air/cable settings, auto scan, favorite channels, show/hide channels, channel numbers, channel labels, and DTV signal information.

Maintenance Features

The manual emphasizes several safety precautions crucial for the TV's longevity and user safety. These include:

Reading and keeping instructions: Essential for proper operation and future reference.
Environmental considerations: Avoiding use near water, strong chemical agents, heat sources, and direct sunlight. The TV should not be operated in temperatures over 40°C.
Ventilation: Ensuring ventilation openings are not blocked to prevent overheating.
Power cord protection: Protecting the power cord from being walked on or pinched.
Accessory use: Only using attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Stand/bracket use: Using only manufacturer-specified stands or brackets.
Lightning storms/long periods of disuse: Unplugging the apparatus during these times.
Damage/malfunction: If the unit is damaged or not working normally, it should be turned off, unplugged, and serviced by qualified personnel. Users should not attempt to service the unit themselves.
Impact protection: Avoiding harsh impacts, dropping the appliance, or touching the LCD screen with sharp objects.
Cleaning: Gently wiping the LCD screen with an absorbent cotton cloth or chamois; avoiding acetone, toluene, or alcohol.
Disposal: Observing local regulations for disposing of packaging materials, exhausted batteries, and old equipment.
Liquid exposure: Preventing the apparatus from being exposed to dripping or splashing liquids.

The manual also provides troubleshooting steps for common issues such as the TV not operating, normal picture but no sound, remote control not working, poor sound or picture, poor TV reception, poor cable/satellite TV reception, TV shutting off, and TV AV input playing black and white. These steps guide users through checking connections, settings, and potential interferences, helping to resolve minor issues without professional assistance.

For battery replacement in the remote control, users are instructed to remove the lid, insert two AAA batteries with correct polarities, and replace the lid. This simple procedure ensures continuous remote functionality. The warranty information outlines coverage for defects in workmanship and materials for a specified period, with services provided by qualified personnel.

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