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Summary of Contents for Insignia NS-42D510NA15
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Page 1: User Guide
User Guide 42" LED TV NS-42D510NA15 Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents CHILD SAFETY ............. . . 1 Important Safety Instructions . - Page 3 Contents HDMI (best) ............... 27 DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio connection) .
- Page 4 Contents Adjust the TV picture ............. . 50 Automatically adjust the aspect ratio .
- Page 5 Legal notices ............. . . 79 One-year limited warranty - Insignia Televisions ......80...
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Page 6: Child Safety
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. -
Page 7: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as Instructions power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to CAUTION rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or... -
Page 8: Caution
NS-42D510NA15 Safety check Note to CATV system installer After completing any service or repair to this device, Article 820 of the National Electrical Code, ask the service technician to perform routine safety ANSI/NFPA No. 40 provides guidance for correct checks to determine that your TV is in correct grounding. -
Page 9: Introduction
It couldn't be easier. (See the Game option in “Adjust the TV Your Insignia TV is certified to work with the Roku picture” on page for instruction on how to select Streaming Stick® (sold separately) to instantly Game mode.) -
Page 10: Install The Stands Or Wall-Mount Bracket
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Install the stands or wall-mount bracket Notes • If you plan to wall-mount your TV, do not install the stands. • Store the stands and stand screws in case you decide to use the stands in the future. -
Page 11: Install A Wall-Mount Bracket
Insignia 42" LED TV Install a wall-mount bracket Warning This TV is intended to be supported by a UL Listed wall mount bracket with suitable weight/load. (See “Miscellaneous” on page 77.) 1 Carefully place your TV face-down on a cushioned, clean surface to protect the screen from damages and scratches. - Page 12 NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV 3 Attach the wall-mount bracket to your TV using the mounting holes on the back of your TV. See the instructions that came with the wall-mount bracket for information about how to correctly hang your TV.
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Page 13: Tv Components
Insignia 42" LED TV TV components Item Description Press to open the on-screen Package contents menu. For more information, see 1 MENU “Navigate the menus” on • 42" LED TV page 39. • Remote control and batteries (2 AAA) Press one or more times to select •... -
Page 14: Side
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Side Item Description Connect an HDMI device to this jack. For more information, see “HDMI (best)” on pages 13, 19, 24, or 27. 4 HDMI 3/DVI Connect the video for a DVI device to this jack. For more information, “DVI (same as HDMI but requires... -
Page 15: Back
Insignia 42" LED TV Back # Item Description Connect a sound bar, digital speaker system, or home theater system to this jack to DIGITAL OUTPUT listen to TV audio through (Optical) external speakers. For more information, see “Digital audio” on page 31. -
Page 16: Remote Control
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Remote control Button Description Press to open the Favorite channel list. See “Set up a favorite FAVORITE channel list” on page “View a favorite channel” on page 57. INlink—Press to control INlink-compatible (HDMI CEC) devices. See “Use... -
Page 17: What Connection Should I Use
Insignia 42" LED TV What connection should I Connection type and Cable connectors use? jack Your TV has several connection types for Optical digital connecting devices to your TV. audio output For the best video quality, you should connect a device to the best available connection. -
Page 18: Connect A Cable Or Satellite Box
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Connect 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. For more information, see “What connection should I... -
Page 19: Dvi (Same As Hdmi But Requires An Audio Connection)
Insignia 42" LED TV DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio connection) Note You must use the HDMI 3/DVI jack to connect a cable or satellite box using DVI. If you use another HDMI jack, you will not hear sound from the TV speakers. -
Page 20: Component Video (Better)
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Component video (better) Note Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. Cable or satellite box On your TV Component Audio cable video cable connectors connectors Audio cable Component video cable Component Analog video jacks... -
Page 21: Av (Composite Video) (Good)
Insignia 42" LED TV AV (composite video) (good) Notes • Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. • The yellow video connector on the AV cable connects to the green Y/VIDEO jack. Cable or On your TV satellite box... -
Page 22: Coaxial (Good)
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Coaxial (good) On your TV Cable or satellite box Coaxial cable connector Coaxial cable ANT/CABLE IN jack Back of TV 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and all connected equipment is turned off. -
Page 23: Connect An Antenna Or Cable Tv (No Box)
Insignia 42" LED TV Connect an antenna or cable TV (no box) Antenna or cable TV On your TV (no box) Coaxial cable connector Coaxial cable ANT/CABLE IN jack Back of TV 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and all connected equipment is turned off. -
Page 24: Connect A Dvd Or Blu-Ray Player
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Connect a DVD or Blu-ray player Many DVD or Blu-ray players have more than one connection type. To get the best video, you should use the best connection type available. For more information, see “What connection should I use?”... -
Page 25: Component Video (Better)
Insignia 42" LED TV Component video (better) Note Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. On your TV DVD or Blu-ray player Component Audio cable video cable connectors connectors Audio cable Component video cable Component Analog video jacks audio jacks Back of TV 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the DVD or Blu-ray player is turned off. -
Page 26: Av (Composite Video) (Good)
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV AV (composite video) (good) Notes • Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. • The yellow video connector on the AV cable connects to the green Y/VIDEO jack. On your TV DVD or Blu-ray player... -
Page 27: Connect A Roku Streaming Stick
Insignia 42" LED TV Connect a Roku Streaming Stick You can connect a Roku Streaming Stick® to your TV to enjoy streaming video and audio. Note You must use the purple HDMI 2/MHL jack to connect a Roku Streaming Stick. -
Page 28: Connect An Mhl-Enabled Device
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Connect an MHL-enabled device You can connect an MHL-enabled device, such as a cell phone, and view your device’s screen on your TV. Note You must use the purple HDMI 2/MHL jack to connect an MHL-enabled device. -
Page 29: Connect A Game Console
Insignia 42" LED TV Connect a game console HDMI (best) Side of TV Game console On your TV HDMI cable connector HDMI cable HDMI jack 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the game console is turned off. -
Page 30: Component Video (Better)
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Component video (better) Note Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. On your TV Game console Component Audio cable video cable connectors connectors Console-specific component video and audio cable Component Analog video jacks audio jacks Back of TV 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the game console is turned off. -
Page 31: Av (Composite Video) (Good)
Insignia 42" LED TV AV (composite video) (good) Notes • Cables are often color-coded to match color-coded jacks. • The yellow video connector on the AV cable connects to the green Y/VIDEO jack. On your TV Game console Audio cable... -
Page 32: Connect A Computer
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Connect a computer HDMI (best) Side of TV On your TV HDMI cable connector HDMI cable HDMI jack 1 Make sure that your TV’s power cord is unplugged and the computer is turned off. 2 Connect an HDMI cable (not provided) to one of the HDMI jacks on the side of your TV and to the HDMI OUT jack on the computer. -
Page 33: Dvi (Same As Hdmi But Requires An Audio Connection)
Insignia 42" LED TV DVI (same as HDMI but requires an audio connection) Note You must use the HDMI 3/DVI jack to connect a computer using DVI. If you use another HDMI jack, you will not hear sound from the TV speakers. -
Page 34: Connect A Usb Flash Drive
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Connect a USB flash drive Side of TV USB flash drive 1 Plug a USB flash drive into the USB port on the side of your TV. Caution Do not remove the USB flash drive or turn off the TV while using the USB flash drive. -
Page 35: Connect Headphones
Insignia 42" LED TV Connect headphones When you connect headphones, the TV speakers are muted. Warning Loud noise can damage your hearing. When using headphones, use the lowest volume setting on your headphones that still lets you hear the sound. -
Page 36: Connect External Speakers Or A Sound Bar
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Connect external speakers or a sound bar You can connect external speakers or a sound bar to the digital audio jack. Digital audio Digital speaker On your TV system Digital optical audio cable Sound bar... -
Page 37: Analog Audio
Insignia 42" LED TV Analog audio When you connect a speaker system or a sound bar to the AUDIO OUT/ jack, the TV speakers are muted. Side of TV Audio cable Analog speaker On your TV system Sound bar Audio cable... -
Page 38: Connect A Home Theater System With Multiple Devices
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Connect a home theater system with multiple devices Cable or satellite box DVD or Blu-ray player AV receiver Game console USB flash drive Antenna or cable TV connected directly to the wall jack Computer The connections you make depend on the video and audio jacks available on your devices. Refer to the documentation that came with your devices for connection information. -
Page 39: Connect Power
Insignia 42" LED TV Connect power • Connect the AC power cord to a power outlet. Cautions • Your TV should only be operated from the power source indicated on the label. • Always unplug the AC power cord from the power outlet when you will not be using your TV for an extended period of time. -
Page 40: Use The Remote Control
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Use the remote control Cautions • Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat, such as sunshine, heat Install remote control batteries registers, or fire. 1 While pressing the release latch on the back of •... -
Page 41: Turn On Your Tv For The First Time
Insignia 42" LED TV Turn on your TV for the first 7 Press to select your time zone. You can select Eastern, Central, Mountain, Pacific, Alaska, Hawaii, Atlantic, or Newfoundland, time then press ENTER, MENU, or . 8 Press to highlight Daylight Saving, then... - Page 42 NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV 13 Press to highlight Antenna, Cable B If you select Cable Service, a message asks if Service, or Satellite Service, then press ENTER. you have a cable box: A If you select Antenna, your TV scans for available channels.
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Page 43: Understand The Basics
Insignia 42" LED TV Understand the basics C If you select Satellite Service, a message asks how you connected the satellite box to your TV: Turn your TV on or off 1 Make sure that the power cord is connected to a power outlet. -
Page 44: On-Screen Menu Overview
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV On-screen menu overview SETTINGS menu (TV mode) Notes • Depending on the signal source selected, you may see different options on your screen. • Menu items that are not selectable are grayed out. • The screens shown in this manual are... -
Page 45: Select A Channel
Insignia 42" LED TV Select a channel Adjust the volume • Press CH or CH to go to the next or previous • Press VOL+ or VOL– to increase or decrease the channel on the memorized channel list. volume. • Press the number buttons to enter the channel •... -
Page 46: Use A Roku Streaming Stick
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Use a Roku Streaming Stick 3 Use the following buttons to navigate on your Roku Streaming Stick: You can connect a Roku Streaming Stick and enjoy streaming video and audio. Note • You can purchase a Roku Streaming Replay 10 Stick at www.bestbuy.com,... -
Page 47: Switch Back To A The Roku Streaming Stick
Insignia 42" LED TV Use an MHL-enabled device Switch back to a the Roku Streaming Stick • Press (home). You can connect your MHL-enabled device, such as a cell phone, and view your device’s screen on your Press INPUT, press to select HDMI2 (Roku), then press ENTER. -
Page 48: Switch Back To A Connected Device
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Use INlink Switch back to a connected device 1 Press INPUT, then press to select HDMI2 (MHL/ACC). INlink lets you control HDMI CEC-compatible devices connected to the HDMI jacks on your TV using the remote control that came with your TV. To use INlink, you must set the INlink Control setting on the SETTINGS ·... -
Page 49: Turn Device Auto Power Off On Or Off
Insignia 42" LED TV Turn Device Auto Power Off on or off Turn TV Auto Power On on or off When INlink is set to On, Device Auto Power Off TV Auto Power On automatically turns on your TV automatically turns off HDMI CEC devices when you when an HDMI CEC device is turned on, if the turn off your TV. -
Page 50: Turn Audio Receiver On Or Off
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Turn Audio Receiver on or off Display a list of INlink-compatible devices When INlink is turned on and you have connected You can display a list of HDMI CEC devices that are an HDMI CEC-compatible audio receiver to your TV, connected to your TV. -
Page 51: Select An Inlink-Compatible Device
Insignia 42" LED TV Select an INlink-compatible device Open an INlink-compatible device’s root menu When you have more than one INlink-compatible device connected, you can select the device you You can open an INlink-compatible device’s root want to use. menu, then use your TV’s remote control to control 1 Press MENU. -
Page 52: Use A Usb Flash Drive
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Use a USB flash drive Browse photos 1 Switch to USB mode. See “Switch to USB mode” on page 47. The PHOTOS menu opens. You can connect a USB flash drive to your TV to view compatible JPEG pictures. -
Page 53: View Favorite Photos
Insignia 42" LED TV When a photo is displayed full-screen, a control View favorite photos bar appears at the bottom of the photo. The file After you create your favorite photo list, you can name, picture resolution, size, and date are browse among your favorite photos quickly. -
Page 54: View Photos In A Slideshow
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV View photos in a slideshow Customize slideshow settings You can view your photos in a slideshow. You can customize the slideshow settings, including Repeat, Shuffle, Speed, and Transition. 1 Switch to USB mode. See “Switch to USB mode”... -
Page 55: Adjust The Picture
Insignia 42" LED TV Adjust the picture • Movie—(a finely detailed picture). Adjusts the brightness and contrast and lowers the sharpness for a more realistic picture. This selection is good for watching the highest Adjust the TV picture quality video such as Blu-ray Discs, DVDs, You can adjust various settings to improve the and HDTV. -
Page 56: Automatically Adjust The Aspect Ratio
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Automatically adjust the aspect ratio • Aspect Ratio—Adjusts how the picture fills the screen. You can select: Auto Aspect Ratio automatically changes how the picture looks on the screen (aspect ratio) based on Aspect ratio Example the TV program you are viewing. -
Page 57: Set The Power On Picture Mode
Insignia 42" LED TV Adjust the sound Set the power on picture mode You can set the picture mode your TV uses when you turn it on. Adjust sound settings 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. You can adjust sound settings to improve the sound... -
Page 58: Select The Audio Out Mode
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Select the audio out mode • Digital Audio/SPDIF—Sends digital audio to an external audio system. You can select: If your TV is on when you connect a device to the • RAW (to pass through the original digital... -
Page 59: Play Tv Audio Only
Insignia 42" LED TV Change channel settings Play TV audio only You can turn off the picture on your TV and listen to the program audio only. Automatically scan for channels 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. When you scan for channels, your TV searches for... - Page 60 NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV 4 Press to highlight Antenna, Cable B If you select Cable Service, a message asks if Service, or Satellite Service, then press ENTER. you have a cable box: A If you select Antenna, your TV scans for available channels.
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Page 61: Hide Channels
Insignia 42" LED TV C If you select Satellite Service, a message Hide channels asks how you connected the satellite box to You can hide channels in the channel list. When you your TV: press CH or CH , your TV skips the hidden channels. -
Page 62: Set Up A Favorite Channel List
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Set up a favorite channel list Add or change a channel label You can create a favorite channel list so you can If a channel is not already labeled, you can label the quickly browse through your favorite channels by channel to make it easier to identify. -
Page 63: Check The Digital Signal Strength
Insignia 42" LED TV Check the digital signal strength 3 Press to highlight Parental Controls, then press ENTER. The Enter password screen You can check the digital signal strength to opens. determine if you need to adjust your antenna or digital cable input. -
Page 64: Lock Control Buttons
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Lock control buttons Block unrated TV When the button lock is turned On, the buttons on Some TV programs, such as news and sports shows the side of your TV are locked, and you can only are not rated. -
Page 65: Set Parental Control Levels
Insignia 42" LED TV Set parental control levels Canadian French ratings You can set parental controls for the U.S. and Exempt programming Canada. General audiences U.S. rating levels 8 ans+ Suitable for children 8 and older 13 ans+ Suitable for children 13 and older U.S. -
Page 66: Download Rating Information
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Download rating information 5 Press to highlight USA Parental Locks, then press ENTER. (To set Canadian ratings, If the program you are viewing has downloadable select Canadian Parental Locks.) rating information, you can download the USA Parental Locks information to use when setting parental controls. -
Page 67: Use Closed Captioning
Insignia 42" LED TV Use closed captioning 5 Press to highlight RRT5, then press ENTER. The SETTINGS · PARENTAL CONTROLS · RRT5 screen opens. The screen that opens may vary depending on the broadcaster. Closed captioning displays a text version of the TV program audio or displays information provided by the broadcaster. -
Page 68: Select The Analog Closed Captioning Mode
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Select the analog closed captioning mode Select the digital closed captioning mode Analog channels usually have one or more closed Digital channels usually have one or more closed captioning modes. The CC1 mode usually displays a captioning modes. -
Page 69: Customize Digital Closed Captioning Settings
Insignia 42" LED TV Customize digital closed captioning settings 4 Press to highlight Digital CC Settings, then press ENTER. The SETTINGS · CLOSED 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. CAPTION · DIGITAL CC SETTINGS menu opens 2 Press to highlight SETTINGS, then press with Style highlighted. -
Page 70: Adjust Time Settings
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Adjust time settings 4 Press to highlight Date/Time, then press ENTER. The SETTINGS · TIME · DATE/TIME menu opens. When you set up your TV for the first time, the clock was set up. If you move your TV to a different time zone, you need to reset the clock to the correct time. -
Page 71: Set The Sleep Timer
Insignia 42" LED TV Adjust menu settings Set the sleep timer You can specify the amount of time before your TV automatically turns off. Select the menu language 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. Your TV can display the on-screen menu in English,... -
Page 72: Label An Input Source
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Label an input source Turn Input Sensor on or off You can add a label to an input source to make it When the Input Sensor feature is turned on, your TV easier to identify. -
Page 73: Troubleshooting
Insignia 42" LED TV Troubleshooting View system information You may need to view system information during troubleshooting. Warning 1 Press MENU. The on-screen menu opens. Do not try to repair your TV yourself. 2 Press to highlight SETTINGS, then press Contact authorized service personnel. -
Page 74: Update The Tv Firmware
2 Follow the instructions in the Firmware • If you see a message that says the Installation Guide on the Insignia website to update failed or the TV screen is blank download the firmware update and copy it to a and the power LED is blinking red USB flash drive. -
Page 75: Video And Audio
Insignia 42" LED TV Video and audio Problem Solution Dark, poor, or no Problem Solution • Try another channel. The station picture (screen is may be experiencing problems. Picture does not lit), but sound is • Change the aspect ratio. An •... - Page 76 NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Problem Solution Problem Solution Only snow (noise) Dotted lines or • Try another channel. The station • Make sure that the antenna or appears on the stripes appear on may be experiencing problems. cable TV is connected correctly screen.
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Page 77: Remote Control
Insignia 42" LED TV Problem Solution Problem Solution Good picture, but No output from • Increase the volume. • Adjust the audio balance. See no sound. one of the • Make sure that the sound is not “Adjust sound settings” on speakers. -
Page 78: General
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV General Problem Solution One or more Problem Solution • Make sure that the channels are channels do not not blocked. See “Set parental No power. display. • Make sure that the power cord control levels” on page 60. -
Page 79: Roku Streaming Stick
Insignia 42" LED TV Roku Streaming Stick Problem Solution I cannot stream Problem Solution • Make sure that you have a Netflix movies Netflix unlimited streaming I cannot see a through my • Make sure that your TV is membership. Membership is... -
Page 80: Inlink (Cec-Compatible) Device
• Make sure that the volume on device but is page 50. your TV is turned up and not not playing the • If the device is not an Insignia muted. audio. device, it may not be • Make sure that the cables are compatible with your TV. - Page 81 CEC device. See the documentation that came with the device. Note • If the device is not an Insignia device, it may not be If the problem is not solved by using these compatible with your TV. troubleshooting instructions, turn off your TV, then turn it on again.
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Page 82: Specifications
NS-42D510NA15 Insignia 42" LED TV Specifications Outputs Video Specifications are subject to change without notice. Analog audio/Headphone 1 (side) Digital audio 1 (optical) (back) Dimensions and weight WiFi 38.5 × 23.4 × 3.4 in. (97.7 × 59.4 × 8.7 cm) -
Page 83: Program Universal Remote Controls
Codes for other remote controls are available online at: http://www.insigniaproducts.com/remotecodes You can operate your Insignia TV with a new or or check with your cable or satellite TV provider for existing universal remote control. the remote control code. -
Page 84: Legal Notices
Energy Star • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Your Insignia TV is ENERGY STAR® qualified in the “Energy Savings” mode. It meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set Warning by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy. -
Page 85: One-Year Limited Warranty - Insignia Televisions
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN Insignia and are not returned to you. If service of Products or DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE AND parts are required after the Warranty Period expires, you must NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY pay all labor and parts charges. - Page 86 (877) 467-4289 INSIGNIA is a trademark of Best Buy and its affiliated companies. Registered in some countries. Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC 7601 Penn Ave South, Richfield, MN 55423 U.S.A. ©2014 Best Buy. All rights reserved. Made in China...
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