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... services for future reference. These plans give additional coverage during the standard warranty period. Write down the serial number located on your new VIZIO L42 High Definition LCD Television purchase. HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. For maximum benefit... registration card and mail it in. TruSurround XT, SRS and symbol are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Version 6/26/2006 1 www.VIZIOCE.com For assistance, please call us at our website www.vizioce.com or fill in your investment beyond the standard warranty...
... services for future reference. These plans give additional coverage during the standard warranty period. Write down the serial number located on your new VIZIO L42 High Definition LCD Television purchase. HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. For maximum benefit... registration card and mail it in. TruSurround XT, SRS and symbol are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Version 6/26/2006 1 www.VIZIOCE.com For assistance, please call us at our website www.vizioce.com or fill in your investment beyond the standard warranty...
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... the product. o Liquid sprays or any heat source, i.e. Temperature: 40˚F ~ 95˚F, Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 6/26/2006 2 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is exposed to rain or...
... the product. o Liquid sprays or any heat source, i.e. Temperature: 40˚F ~ 95˚F, Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 6/26/2006 2 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is exposed to rain or...
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... Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to...grounded to grounding electrodes, and requirements of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Version 6/26/2006 3 www.VIZIOCE.com Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast ...
... Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to...grounded to grounding electrodes, and requirements of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Version 6/26/2006 3 www.VIZIOCE.com Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast ...
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... Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure Version 6/26/2006 4 www.VIZIOCE.com The L42 HDTV weighs approximately 100lb (45kg) and about 43" ... people to protect it from transportation damage. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO L42 HDTV and it accompanying accessories are included. The glass surface can easily be scratched or broken so ...
... Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure Version 6/26/2006 4 www.VIZIOCE.com The L42 HDTV weighs approximately 100lb (45kg) and about 43" ... people to protect it from transportation damage. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO L42 HDTV and it accompanying accessories are included. The glass surface can easily be scratched or broken so ...
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... a flat surface to avoid tipping. The power consumption of the electronic components. Version 6/26/2006 5 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO L42 HDTV are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your...
... a flat surface to avoid tipping. The power consumption of the electronic components. Version 6/26/2006 5 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO L42 HDTV are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your...
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..., foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to mount the L42HDTV on the base. Figure A 5. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO L42HDTV can either be removed (see Figure B). Please make sure to a mount (sold separately) by grasping firmly... on the wall, please follow the instructions below for the VIZIO L42HDTV, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.vizio.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). To remove the stand base 1. Figure B To find the perfect...
..., foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to mount the L42HDTV on the base. Figure A 5. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO L42HDTV can either be removed (see Figure B). Please make sure to a mount (sold separately) by grasping firmly... on the wall, please follow the instructions below for the VIZIO L42HDTV, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.vizio.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). To remove the stand base 1. Figure B To find the perfect...
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... 1 Basic Controls and Connections 9 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Side Panel Controls...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...12 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 15 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...15 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 15 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 16 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...16 2.2 Connecting Your...44 4.4.2 Sleep Timer ...44 4.4.3 Analog Closed Caption ...44 4.4.4 Digital Closed Caption ...45 4.4.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...45 4.4.6 PIP Position ...45 Version 6/26/2006 7 www.VIZIOCE.com
... 1 Basic Controls and Connections 9 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Side Panel Controls...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...12 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 15 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...15 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 15 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 16 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...16 2.2 Connecting Your...44 4.4.2 Sleep Timer ...44 4.4.3 Analog Closed Caption ...44 4.4.4 Digital Closed Caption ...45 4.4.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...45 4.4.6 PIP Position ...45 Version 6/26/2006 7 www.VIZIOCE.com
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VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 4.4.7 Reset All Settings ...45 4.5 TV Tuner Setup ...46 4.5.1 Tuner Mode ...46 4.5.2 ...POP)Mode 55 4.14.4 Adjusting Basic PIP/POP Settings ...55 4.14.5 Setting the Sleep Timer ...56 4.15 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 57 4.15.1 Programming for VCR ...57 4.15.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...57 4.15.3 Programming ... 6 Miscellaneous Information 63 6.1 Specifications ...63 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...64 6.3 Index ...65 6.4 Limited Product Warranty...67 6.4.1 VIZIO EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY 67 6.5 Component Program Codes...68 Version 6/26...
VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 4.4.7 Reset All Settings ...45 4.5 TV Tuner Setup ...46 4.5.1 Tuner Mode ...46 4.5.2 ...POP)Mode 55 4.14.4 Adjusting Basic PIP/POP Settings ...55 4.14.5 Setting the Sleep Timer ...56 4.15 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 57 4.15.1 Programming for VCR ...57 4.15.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...57 4.15.3 Programming ... 6 Miscellaneous Information 63 6.1 Specifications ...63 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...64 6.3 Index ...65 6.4 Limited Product Warranty...67 6.4.1 VIZIO EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY 67 6.5 Component Program Codes...68 Version 6/26...
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... While the OSD is the window through the entire sequence, you have stepped through which all of this button will display the current input mode. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - If a submenu is active, this button will return to... While the OSD is not active, pressing this buttons steps through the input sources in the OSD menus. Input (Enter) - Version 6/26/2006 9 www.VIZIOCE.com Switch the L42HDTV on , yellow when powered off . Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to be adjusted.
... While the OSD is the window through the entire sequence, you have stepped through which all of this button will display the current input mode. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - If a submenu is active, this button will return to... While the OSD is not active, pressing this buttons steps through the input sources in the OSD menus. Input (Enter) - Version 6/26/2006 9 www.VIZIOCE.com Switch the L42HDTV on , yellow when powered off . Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to be adjusted.
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Version 6/26/2006 10 www.VIZIOCE.com This custom communication port is selected for viewing, the digital audio associated with digital programming will be available on the rear ... to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. When the DTV input is for Digital TV.* 2. SERVICE - OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT - 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Left Portion 1 2 VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 3 1. DTV - The black color band on this connection. 3.
Version 6/26/2006 10 www.VIZIOCE.com This custom communication port is selected for viewing, the digital audio associated with digital programming will be available on the rear ... to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. When the DTV input is for Digital TV.* 2. SERVICE - OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT - 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Left Portion 1 2 VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 3 1. DTV - The black color band on this connection. 3.
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...(or Cb), red for Pr (or Cr), white for left audio and red for right audio inputs. AV1 In - Version 6/26/2006 11 www.VIZIOCE.com Right Portion 4 5 6 VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 7 10 9 11 8 10 4. HDMI 2 - Connect the video and audio from the same source. The white... L+R AUDIO here. . Speakers cannot be connected directly to an external device, such as a home theatre system, external amplifier or stereo. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for purchase from www.vizioce.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 6. The orange ...
...(or Cb), red for Pr (or Cr), white for left audio and red for right audio inputs. AV1 In - Version 6/26/2006 11 www.VIZIOCE.com Right Portion 4 5 6 VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 7 10 9 11 8 10 4. HDMI 2 - Connect the video and audio from the same source. The white... L+R AUDIO here. . Speakers cannot be connected directly to an external device, such as a home theatre system, external amplifier or stereo. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for purchase from www.vizioce.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 6. The orange ...
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...to the Standby mode. This button selects a programmed DVD player. MENU - EXIT - Version 6/26/2006 12 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER ...2. TV - VCR - Use these buttons to four different components. This button recalls the previously viewed channel. MUTE - OK - VIZIO Remote Control Button Description SET - This button has been pre-programmed to select the codes to turn the volume up or down ....
...to the Standby mode. This button selects a programmed DVD player. MENU - EXIT - Version 6/26/2006 12 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER ...2. TV - VCR - Use these buttons to four different components. This button recalls the previously viewed channel. MUTE - OK - VIZIO Remote Control Button Description SET - This button has been pre-programmed to select the codes to turn the volume up or down ....
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.... Repeated pressing of this button functions as a DVD Previous Chapter when the DVD player is activated with the remote control. Version 6/26/2006 13 www.VIZIOCE.com This button also functions as VCR Record when the component is activated with the remote control. MTS/Play - Repeated ... this button plays the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with switch between HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 inputs. TV/Previous Chapter - VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual WIDE/Record - This button will select the Closed Caption mode. The options are OFF, CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, TEXT1...
.... Repeated pressing of this button functions as a DVD Previous Chapter when the DVD player is activated with the remote control. Version 6/26/2006 13 www.VIZIOCE.com This button also functions as VCR Record when the component is activated with the remote control. MTS/Play - Repeated ... this button plays the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with switch between HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 inputs. TV/Previous Chapter - VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual WIDE/Record - This button will select the Closed Caption mode. The options are OFF, CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, TEXT1...
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... mode from the main screen to the sub-screen while in PIP/POP mode for this button to "Freeze-Frame" the current screen. Version 6/26/2006 14 www.VIZIOCE.com Use this button to switch the audio from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game. AUDIO - Note: The TV must be in... Press the button to select the channels within the PIP screen when DTV/TV is the PIP input selected. PIP SIZE - SWAP - PIP CH (- PIP - VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual ZOOM (- Press this button to swap the inputs from one of the picture. and +) - and +) - Press this button again the ...
... mode from the main screen to the sub-screen while in PIP/POP mode for this button to "Freeze-Frame" the current screen. Version 6/26/2006 14 www.VIZIOCE.com Use this button to switch the audio from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game. AUDIO - Note: The TV must be in... Press the button to select the channels within the PIP screen when DTV/TV is the PIP input selected. PIP SIZE - SWAP - PIP CH (- PIP - VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual ZOOM (- Press this button to swap the inputs from one of the picture. and +) - and +) - Press this button again the ...
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...and regulations. Do not mix new and old batteries. Wipe it . Version 6/26/2006 15 www.VIZIOCE.com If the TV responds erratically to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the... that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the receiver window. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of time, remove the batteries. Re-attach the battery cover. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in...
...and regulations. Do not mix new and old batteries. Wipe it . Version 6/26/2006 15 www.VIZIOCE.com If the TV responds erratically to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the... that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the receiver window. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of time, remove the batteries. Re-attach the battery cover. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in...
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VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? Component 1/2 - This enhancement over a single cable. It also enables text to the Quick Start Guide Version 6/26/2006 16 www.VIZIOCE.com Connection Quality (type) Connector Rear Panel Color Codes Description Best (...This is the connection for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to the most advanced for PC input. The VIZIO L42HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this way avoids 'cross color' effects ...
VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? Component 1/2 - This enhancement over a single cable. It also enables text to the Quick Start Guide Version 6/26/2006 16 www.VIZIOCE.com Connection Quality (type) Connector Rear Panel Color Codes Description Best (...This is the connection for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to the most advanced for PC input. The VIZIO L42HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this way avoids 'cross color' effects ...
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... Select HDMI using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Refer to your DVD player.... rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to 10 meters or less. Version 6/26/2006 17 www.VIZIOCE.com HDMI, Component, SVideo and Composite (AV) inputs. See www.VIZIOCE.com or call...digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO L42HDTV for optimal results. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the ...
... Select HDMI using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Refer to your DVD player.... rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to 10 meters or less. Version 6/26/2006 17 www.VIZIOCE.com HDMI, Component, SVideo and Composite (AV) inputs. See www.VIZIOCE.com or call...digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO L42HDTV for optimal results. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the ...
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...-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 6/26/2006 18 www.VIZIOCE.com Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI... LCD HDTV. 4. For DVD Players with the DVI output on your DVD player. 5. Turn off the power to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2.
...-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version 6/26/2006 18 www.VIZIOCE.com Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI... LCD HDTV. 4. For DVD Players with the DVI output on your DVD player. 5. Turn off the power to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2.
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...Control. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 5. Version 6/26/2006 19 www.VIZIOCE.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component 1 ... corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on your DVD Player (Better): VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you when...
...Control. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 5. Version 6/26/2006 19 www.VIZIOCE.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component 1 ... corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on your DVD Player (Better): VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you when...
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... connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the AV2 input (orange area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. Version 6/26/2006 20 www.VIZIOCE.com Turn off the power to your DVD Player (Good): VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Note: Refer to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2.
... connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the AV2 input (orange area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. Version 6/26/2006 20 www.VIZIOCE.com Turn off the power to your DVD Player (Good): VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Note: Refer to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2.
