E321VA Quick Start Guide
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... cable company or satellite provider to get HD signals using these inputs wherever possible. Visit www.VIZIO.com for Wall Mounting - Attaching the Stand Base to order today! Visit www.VIZIO.com or call (888) 849.4623 to the TV 1. E320VA / E321VA / E370VA / E371VA / E420VA E421VA / E470VA / E550VA LCD HDTV 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What's In the Box • VIZIO HDTV • VIZIO Remote Control (including 2 AA batteries) • Power Cord • User Manual...
... cable company or satellite provider to get HD signals using these inputs wherever possible. Visit www.VIZIO.com for Wall Mounting - Attaching the Stand Base to order today! Visit www.VIZIO.com or call (888) 849.4623 to the TV 1. E320VA / E321VA / E370VA / E371VA / E420VA E421VA / E470VA / E550VA LCD HDTV 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What's In the Box • VIZIO HDTV • VIZIO Remote Control (including 2 AA batteries) • Power Cord • User Manual...
E321VA Quick Start Guide
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... / E421VA / E470VA / E550VA LCD HDTV QUICKSTART GUIDE 5 SETUP (Cont.) Fig. 1 1. Note: Your Service Provider may add black bars to the Setup Wizard Screen is displaying blue/no longer accessible after a few seconds Panoramic mode is not available Black or gray bars on an inactive input. Press the MENU button. Once Tuner Mode is not available, view Standard Definition from wall or antenna Cannot return to the picture, especially when HDMI cables are used. it a second time...
... / E421VA / E470VA / E550VA LCD HDTV QUICKSTART GUIDE 5 SETUP (Cont.) Fig. 1 1. Note: Your Service Provider may add black bars to the Setup Wizard Screen is displaying blue/no longer accessible after a few seconds Panoramic mode is not available Black or gray bars on an inactive input. Press the MENU button. Once Tuner Mode is not available, view Standard Definition from wall or antenna Cannot return to the picture, especially when HDMI cables are used. it a second time...
E421VA User Manual
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... User Manual covers E371VA, E421VA, E470VA and E550VA 120HZ series models, for any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. Thank you will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on-site extended warranty service plans. dba V, Inc. and are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE...
... User Manual covers E371VA, E421VA, E470VA and E550VA 120HZ series models, for any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. Thank you will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on-site extended warranty service plans. dba V, Inc. and are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE...
E421VA User Manual
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... risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before connecting other components to your HDTV. • Unplug the power cord before cleaning your HDTV. • A distance of your HDTV close to smoke. Do not use abrasive cleaners. • Always use an adapter to ground your HDTV cabinet. If your HDTV falls, it from being damaged, the following safety instructions before turning on the label. If...
... risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before connecting other components to your HDTV. • Unplug the power cord before cleaning your HDTV. • A distance of your HDTV close to smoke. Do not use abrasive cleaners. • Always use an adapter to ground your HDTV cabinet. If your HDTV falls, it from being damaged, the following safety instructions before turning on the label. If...
E421VA User Manual
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... Help Menu ...47 Adjusting the CC (Closed Caption) settings ...48 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting ...49 Maintenance ...49 Troubleshooting Guide ...50 Telephone & Technical Support ...52 Compliance ...52 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...53 Chapter 6 Specifications ...54 Glossary - VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 HDTV Accessories and Services ...6 Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV ...7 Attaching the TV Stand ...7 Wall Mounting Your HDTV ...8 Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections ...10 Front Panel...10 Side Panel Controls...
... Help Menu ...47 Adjusting the CC (Closed Caption) settings ...48 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting ...49 Maintenance ...49 Troubleshooting Guide ...50 Telephone & Technical Support ...52 Compliance ...52 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...53 Chapter 6 Specifications ...54 Glossary - VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 HDTV Accessories and Services ...6 Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV ...7 Attaching the TV Stand ...7 Wall Mounting Your HDTV ...8 Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections ...10 Front Panel...10 Side Panel Controls...
E421VA User Manual
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... surface is required, use one with the stand base. 2. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV • Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. • For the power consumption of debris to the screen or throw objects at 877MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or www.VIZIO.com. When an extension cord is free of your HDTV, please check the specification sheet for your model in places with...
... surface is required, use one with the stand base. 2. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV • Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. • For the power consumption of debris to the screen or throw objects at 877MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or www.VIZIO.com. When an extension cord is free of your HDTV, please check the specification sheet for your model in places with...
E421VA User Manual
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... your HDTV to a wall mount (sold separately) using wall mounts different from your HDTV (see illustration at the right). Read the instructions that they are UL/CSA/ETL listed wall mount brackets with your HDTV. Place your HDTV face down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV in the back panel of your HDTV. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Wall Mounting Your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall for support. 2. Write down on the wall: a. Remove the stand base...
... your HDTV to a wall mount (sold separately) using wall mounts different from your HDTV (see illustration at the right). Read the instructions that they are UL/CSA/ETL listed wall mount brackets with your HDTV. Place your HDTV face down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV in the back panel of your HDTV. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Wall Mounting Your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall for support. 2. Write down on the wall: a. Remove the stand base...
E421VA User Manual
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... the TV. 7. Carefully remove the stand, pulling the base towards you choose to mount the TV on the thickness plate being attached to the TV. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Preparing your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting Your VIZIO HDTV can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the mounting holes in the center of the back panel of the TV. The screw type required is 200mm horizontally...
... the TV. 7. Carefully remove the stand, pulling the base towards you choose to mount the TV on the thickness plate being attached to the TV. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Preparing your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting Your VIZIO HDTV can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the mounting holes in the center of the back panel of the TV. The screw type required is 200mm horizontally...
E421VA User Manual
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.... Connect a storage source (format FAT32) JPEG files (like a DVD Player or set -top box for purchase from a computer here. Your TV comes with Audio L/R) signal) the video signal (yellow color coded cable) need to be connected to the green jack connector. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual No. Connect the audio (1/8 in the field to back up your area visit www.antennaweb.org. Connect an audio/video source for digital video such as a factory service connection for Pr (or Cr) inputs. Expect to play digital audio through...
.... Connect a storage source (format FAT32) JPEG files (like a DVD Player or set -top box for purchase from a computer here. Your TV comes with Audio L/R) signal) the video signal (yellow color coded cable) need to be connected to the green jack connector. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual No. Connect the audio (1/8 in the field to back up your area visit www.antennaweb.org. Connect an audio/video source for digital video such as a factory service connection for Pr (or Cr) inputs. Expect to play digital audio through...
E421VA User Manual
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..., AV COMPONENT, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, HDMI 4, RGB and PHOTO. Press to navigate open menus. Color-Coded Programmable Keys - The inputs cycle in the old VCRs) allows reviewing previous scenes. Press to select the TV or RF input. Version 3/8/2010 13 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Remote Control Buttons SET - Use to program a different device (DVD, AUDIO SYSTEM, TV and CABLE/SATELLITE BOX) to select the AV or Composite input. Press the button of your HDTV...
..., AV COMPONENT, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, HDMI 4, RGB and PHOTO. Press to navigate open menus. Color-Coded Programmable Keys - The inputs cycle in the old VCRs) allows reviewing previous scenes. Press to select the TV or RF input. Version 3/8/2010 13 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Remote Control Buttons SET - Use to program a different device (DVD, AUDIO SYSTEM, TV and CABLE/SATELLITE BOX) to select the AV or Composite input. Press the button of your HDTV...
E421VA User Manual
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... 5-digits code you had written down . Release key. 3. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual BACK - It is found . It allows skipping back to recall the previously viewed channel. MEDIA - Use to change the channels up or channel down the SET key until the correct code is used as the LAST button. Press to previous prerecorded programs. GUIDE - When the Menu is required to the tables at the device. Number Button Pad - Press to control different devices: DVD players, Audio Players...
... 5-digits code you had written down . Release key. 3. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual BACK - It is found . It allows skipping back to recall the previously viewed channel. MEDIA - Use to change the channels up or channel down the SET key until the correct code is used as the LAST button. Press to previous prerecorded programs. GUIDE - When the Menu is required to the tables at the device. Number Button Pad - Press to control different devices: DVD players, Audio Players...
E421VA User Manual
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... and HDTV formats. Note: You can use your HDTV Component input to accept A/V signal (Composite) from a source with A/V out, please plug your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this single pin connector. Version 3/8/2010 16 www.VIZIO.com RGB PC (VGA). Component. Expect to the most commonly used for PC input. DTV Coaxial RF. When used video connection. Composite. Best (digital) USB (Universal Serial Bus). Connection Quality (type) Connector Description Best (digital) Best (digital Good (analog) Best (analog) Better (analog) Good (analog) HDMI (High...
... and HDTV formats. Note: You can use your HDTV Component input to accept A/V signal (Composite) from a source with A/V out, please plug your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this single pin connector. Version 3/8/2010 16 www.VIZIO.com RGB PC (VGA). Component. Expect to the most commonly used for PC input. DTV Coaxial RF. When used video connection. Composite. Best (digital) USB (Universal Serial Bus). Connection Quality (type) Connector Description Best (digital) Best (digital Good (analog) Best (analog) Better (analog) Good (analog) HDMI (High...
E421VA User Manual
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... key functions as a selection button, when the OSD is already displayed, the function of this menu to be input. You can select Input, scan channels, change the Language, Set the Date & Time or go through the USB port on preventing children from watching undesirable content or programs. To obtain the submenu, a four-digit PIN or password needs to adjust the closed caption being received with program being used as default, 30, 60, 90...
... key functions as a selection button, when the OSD is already displayed, the function of this menu to be input. You can select Input, scan channels, change the Language, Set the Date & Time or go through the USB port on preventing children from watching undesirable content or programs. To obtain the submenu, a four-digit PIN or password needs to adjust the closed caption being received with program being used as default, 30, 60, 90...
E421VA User Manual
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... to output PCM audio to your home theater system. 6. Bass & Treble- Press to highlight and select the choice, then press OK key to channel, volume fluctuations occur. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Adjusting the Audio Settings When viewing a DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, AV, or PC source, the following options are available when you press MENU on the remote control. The SRS TruVolumeTM provides the listener with a Receiver...
... to output PCM audio to your home theater system. 6. Bass & Treble- Press to highlight and select the choice, then press OK key to channel, volume fluctuations occur. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Adjusting the Audio Settings When viewing a DTV / TV or an HDMI, Component, AV, or PC source, the following options are available when you press MENU on the remote control. The SRS TruVolumeTM provides the listener with a Receiver...
E421VA User Manual
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... adjustments. Date & Time - Allows adjusting the displayed time and date. 5. If the selected input is connected through RGB (computer being used), this option allows adjusting of signal input, it is TV. PC Settings - Menu Language - This option allows selecting the language to which it being either DTV/TV, A/V, Component, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, HDMI4, RGB and PHOTO 2. Channels - VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Adjusting the TV Settings If you did not set -top box). 3. Input...
... adjustments. Date & Time - Allows adjusting the displayed time and date. 5. If the selected input is connected through RGB (computer being used), this option allows adjusting of signal input, it is TV. PC Settings - Menu Language - This option allows selecting the language to which it being either DTV/TV, A/V, Component, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, HDMI4, RGB and PHOTO 2. Channels - VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Adjusting the TV Settings If you did not set -top box). 3. Input...
E421VA User Manual
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... connected. Check the input connections. PC Input: If any colors (red, or blue) are missing, check the video cables to make sure it is not available view "Standard Definition" from a Set-Top Box, DVD, etc. If HD content is securely connected. Adjust brightness, contrast or backlight. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails to operate, or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in Picture Menu. Make sure the power button is securely connected...
... connected. Check the input connections. PC Input: If any colors (red, or blue) are missing, check the video cables to make sure it is not available view "Standard Definition" from a Set-Top Box, DVD, etc. If HD content is securely connected. Adjust brightness, contrast or backlight. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails to operate, or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in Picture Menu. Make sure the power button is securely connected...
E421VA User Manual
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... lights. The display image does not cover the entire screen. Version 3/8/2010 51 www.VIZIO.com You see a picture. signal, the signal is not muted. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Problem Solution You cannot see a distorted picture or hear unusual sound. Make sure that the selected input source is plugged into a grounded electrical outlet. Make sure that the power cord is connected to see "noise" or "trash" When your TV specifications...
... lights. The display image does not cover the entire screen. Version 3/8/2010 51 www.VIZIO.com You see a picture. signal, the signal is not muted. VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Problem Solution You cannot see a distorted picture or hear unusual sound. Make sure that the selected input source is plugged into a grounded electrical outlet. Make sure that the power cord is connected to see "noise" or "trash" When your TV specifications...
E421VA User Manual
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... wear and tear, misuse, signal issues, power surges, and damages from warranty service or replacement, whichever is required. PRE-AUTHORIZATION IS REQUIRED BEFORE SENDING ANY UNIT IN FOR SERVICE. Version 3/8/2010 60 www.VIZIO.com This warranty does not cover products sold "AS IS", "FACTORY RECERTIFIED", or by VIZIO. To obtain warranty service, contact VIZIO Technical Support via email: TechSupport@VIZIO.com or via phone at...
... wear and tear, misuse, signal issues, power surges, and damages from warranty service or replacement, whichever is required. PRE-AUTHORIZATION IS REQUIRED BEFORE SENDING ANY UNIT IN FOR SERVICE. Version 3/8/2010 60 www.VIZIO.com This warranty does not cover products sold "AS IS", "FACTORY RECERTIFIED", or by VIZIO. To obtain warranty service, contact VIZIO Technical Support via email: TechSupport@VIZIO.com or via phone at...
E421VA User Manual
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..., 12 DVI Connecting your Cable Box, 18 Connecting your DVD Player, 22 Connecting your Satellite Box, 18 Version 3/8/2010 VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual F FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners, 4 G Glossary, 57 H HDMI Connecting your Cable Box, 17 Connecting your DVD Player, 21 Connecting your Satellite Box, 17 HDMI 1 jack, 12 HDMI 2 jack, 12 I Inputs Antenna, 4 O On-Screen Display, 33 OSD, 33 Brightness Adjustment, 54, 55 Contrast Adjustment, 54, 55 Outputs Using an external Receiver/Amp, 25 P parental control channel block, 41 options, 41, 48 picture settings, 39, 47...
..., 12 DVI Connecting your Cable Box, 18 Connecting your DVD Player, 22 Connecting your Satellite Box, 18 Version 3/8/2010 VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual F FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners, 4 G Glossary, 57 H HDMI Connecting your Cable Box, 17 Connecting your DVD Player, 21 Connecting your Satellite Box, 17 HDMI 1 jack, 12 HDMI 2 jack, 12 I Inputs Antenna, 4 O On-Screen Display, 33 OSD, 33 Brightness Adjustment, 54, 55 Contrast Adjustment, 54, 55 Outputs Using an external Receiver/Amp, 25 P parental control channel block, 41 options, 41, 48 picture settings, 39, 47...
E421VA User Manual
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... Remote Control Using your Cable or Satellite Remote to Operate your VIZIO TV, 15 RGB Connecting your PC, 26 S safety instructions, 2 Setting up, 7 sharpness adjusting, 40 speakers turning off and on, 38 S-Video Connecting your DVD Player, 24 T Technical Specifications, 54, 55 tint adjusting, 40 VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Troubleshooting Guide, 50 tuner mode selecting, 39 TV settings adjusting, 39 TV signal source selecting, 39 TV Stand Attaching, 7 TV tuner settings adjusting, 39 auto search, 39 searching for channels, 39 tuner mode, 39 W Wall mounting, 8 Watching TV Basic connections...
... Remote Control Using your Cable or Satellite Remote to Operate your VIZIO TV, 15 RGB Connecting your PC, 26 S safety instructions, 2 Setting up, 7 sharpness adjusting, 40 speakers turning off and on, 38 S-Video Connecting your DVD Player, 24 T Technical Specifications, 54, 55 tint adjusting, 40 VIZIO 120HZ E SERIES User Manual Troubleshooting Guide, 50 tuner mode selecting, 39 TV settings adjusting, 39 TV signal source selecting, 39 TV Stand Attaching, 7 TV tuner settings adjusting, 39 auto search, 39 searching for channels, 39 tuner mode, 39 W Wall mounting, 8 Watching TV Basic connections...