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...batteries to qualified service personnel. 22. Any other hazards. If any way. Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your HDTV. Overloading can damage the remote control or injure the operator. 30. Incorrect polarities may function abnormally. Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If repair is exposed to power surges. ...due to rain or other cables are unplugged before moving your HDTV may damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock. VIZIO M261VP User Manual 16. Pulling on the power cord may cause fire or electric shock. 25.
...batteries to qualified service personnel. 22. Any other hazards. If any way. Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your HDTV. Overloading can damage the remote control or injure the operator. 30. Incorrect polarities may function abnormally. Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If repair is exposed to power surges. ...due to rain or other cables are unplugged before moving your HDTV may damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock. VIZIO M261VP User Manual 16. Pulling on the power cord may cause fire or electric shock. 25.
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 Television Antenna Connection Protection 4 Advisory of the DTV Transition...5 CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP YOUR HDTV 10 Finding a Location... AND CONNECTIONS 13 Front Panel ...13 Side Button Controls...13 Rear Panel Connections...14 Side Panel Connections ...14 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 15 Installing the Batteries ...15 Remote Control Range...15 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...15 Remote Control Buttons ...16 Basic TV Functions ...16 A/V Functions...17 VIA Functions...17 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 18 CHAPTER 5 USING ...
VIZIO M261VP User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 Television Antenna Connection Protection 4 Advisory of the DTV Transition...5 CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP YOUR HDTV 10 Finding a Location... AND CONNECTIONS 13 Front Panel ...13 Side Button Controls...13 Rear Panel Connections...14 Side Panel Connections ...14 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 15 Installing the Batteries ...15 Remote Control Range...15 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...15 Remote Control Buttons ...16 Basic TV Functions ...16 A/V Functions...17 VIA Functions...17 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 18 CHAPTER 5 USING ...
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Reset TV Settings ...47 Clear Memory (Factory Default) ...47 Guided Setup ...47 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 48 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...48 Troubleshooting Guide ...48 TV/Display Troubleshooting...48 Audio Troubleshooting ...51 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 51 Remote Control Troubleshooting...51 Internet Connection Troubleshooting 52 Telephone & Technical Support ...53 CHAPTER...
VIZIO M261VP User Manual Reset TV Settings ...47 Clear Memory (Factory Default) ...47 Guided Setup ...47 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 48 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...48 Troubleshooting Guide ...48 TV/Display Troubleshooting...48 Audio Troubleshooting ...51 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 51 Remote Control Troubleshooting...51 Internet Connection Troubleshooting 52 Telephone & Technical Support ...53 CHAPTER...
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Package Contents VIZIO M261VP VIZIO remote control VR17 AA batteries for the remote control (2) AC/DC power adapter Detachable base This user manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card HDTV Accessories and ... the contents are included. Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946). Version 6/15/2010 9 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M261VP User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that has been designed to protect it...
Package Contents VIZIO M261VP VIZIO remote control VR17 AA batteries for the remote control (2) AC/DC power adapter Detachable base This user manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card HDTV Accessories and ... the contents are included. Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946). Version 6/15/2010 9 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M261VP User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that has been designed to protect it...
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel Remote Control Sensor-Point the remote control directly at this window on the lower left and right controls. If a sub-menu is active, this button will proceed to be connected to ... response to your TV (called Inputs). INPUT (SELECT)-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you have stepped through the various devices connected to the remote signal. Version 6/15/2010 13 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel Remote Control Sensor-Point the remote control directly at this window on the lower left and right controls. If a sub-menu is active, this button will proceed to be connected to ... response to your TV (called Inputs). INPUT (SELECT)-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you have stepped through the various devices connected to the remote signal. Version 6/15/2010 13 www.VIZIO.com
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR universal remote that lets you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with a volatile solvent. Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Do not subject the remote control to undue ... battery cover. 2. Version 6/15/2010 15 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. Installing the Batteries 1. Remote Control Range Point the remote control directly at all, check the batteries. Avoid ...
VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR universal remote that lets you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with a volatile solvent. Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Do not subject the remote control to undue ... battery cover. 2. Version 6/15/2010 15 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. Installing the Batteries 1. Remote Control Range Point the remote control directly at all, check the batteries. Avoid ...
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...TV settings such as the "B" button on page 36 for the device connected to insert a dash between the main and sub-channels. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will return to the previous page in open menus. ... and off . VOL ▲/▼-Press to change the channels up during the HDTV Settings App. Number Button Pad-Press to work with this remote, this button will see the screen adjusting to the different sizes. If a device has been programmed to select a channel or enter a password....
...TV settings such as the "B" button on page 36 for the device connected to insert a dash between the main and sub-channels. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will return to the previous page in open menus. ... and off . VOL ▲/▼-Press to change the channels up during the HDTV Settings App. Number Button Pad-Press to work with this remote, this button will see the screen adjusting to the different sizes. If a device has been programmed to select a channel or enter a password....
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual A/V Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your HDTV. Fast Reverse ( )-Press to start playback. Play (►)-Press to reverse playback. Stop ( )-Press to your remote control to launch the VIA Dock. The Apps in the dock ...let you watch movies, TV shows, listen to music, and much more information about the VIA functions on your VIA Dock. Version 6/15/2010 17 www.VIZIO.com Or, create a new ...
VIZIO M261VP User Manual A/V Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your HDTV. Fast Reverse ( )-Press to start playback. Play (►)-Press to reverse playback. Stop ( )-Press to your remote control to launch the VIA Dock. The Apps in the dock ...let you watch movies, TV shows, listen to music, and much more information about the VIA functions on your VIA Dock. Version 6/15/2010 17 www.VIZIO.com Or, create a new ...
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...o Connect your devices and set up your remote to the power cord connector on -screen directions to your HDTV. Insert batteries into an AC wall socket. 3. We will automatically play and guide your thru the initial setup of your HDTV. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-...enabled HDTV has a built-in the Setup App. 4. Follow the on your new HDTV. 1. Gather the devices your want to connect to easily setup your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into the remote control. 2. ...
...o Connect your devices and set up your remote to the power cord connector on -screen directions to your HDTV. Insert batteries into an AC wall socket. 3. We will automatically play and guide your thru the initial setup of your HDTV. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-...enabled HDTV has a built-in the Setup App. 4. Follow the on your new HDTV. 1. Gather the devices your want to connect to easily setup your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into the remote control. 2. ...
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...watching a program using the TV input, press the channel buttons on your HDTV. Select the input to which has been selected on the remote control or the side of your HDTV connections are secure and you through the available inputs. Each press of such equipment for details. Note:...on setting up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in your wireless home network. If you are secure. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet Set up your Internet connection. Press the power button ...
...watching a program using the TV input, press the channel buttons on your HDTV. Select the input to which has been selected on the remote control or the side of your HDTV connections are secure and you through the available inputs. Each press of such equipment for details. Note:...on setting up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in your wireless home network. If you are secure. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet Set up your Internet connection. Press the power button ...
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... on the power to your Cable/Satellite Box user manual for added security and protection. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for optimal results. The HDMI input on the remote control or side of your HDTV. Select HDMI-1 or HDMI-2 using HDMI for details. 1. 2. 3. 4. ...end to your HDTV and your Cable/Satellite box. 4. Turn on the power to the HDMI 1 or 2 jack on the remote control or side of your HDTV. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Connecting Your Cable/Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be audio...
... on the power to your Cable/Satellite Box user manual for added security and protection. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for optimal results. The HDMI input on the remote control or side of your HDTV. Select HDMI-1 or HDMI-2 using HDMI for details. 1. 2. 3. 4. ...end to your HDTV and your Cable/Satellite box. 4. Turn on the power to the HDMI 1 or 2 jack on the remote control or side of your HDTV. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Connecting Your Cable/Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be audio...
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... L and R AUDIO jacks on the remote control or side of your HDTV. 24 www.VIZIO.com Select Comp/AV using the INPUT button on your Cable/Satellite box. 2. Connect the yellow video cable connector from your Cable/Satellite box to your HDTV. 3. Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) 1. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Using Component Video... using the INPUT button on the side of your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. 5. Turn off the power to the green Component Y jack on the remote control or side of your HDTV.
... L and R AUDIO jacks on the remote control or side of your HDTV. 24 www.VIZIO.com Select Comp/AV using the INPUT button on your Cable/Satellite box. 2. Connect the yellow video cable connector from your Cable/Satellite box to your HDTV. 3. Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) 1. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Using Component Video... using the INPUT button on the side of your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. 5. Turn off the power to the green Component Y jack on the remote control or side of your HDTV.
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...Digital Content Protection (HDCP). See Auto Channel Search on your HDTV. 2. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for more information on the remote control or side of your DVD player user manual for details. 1. 2. 3. 4.... on page 43 for more information about the video output requirements. Version 6/15/2010 25 www.VIZIO.com To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Refer to... player and the other end to your HDTV. 5. Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Good) VIZIO M261VP User Manual 1.
...Digital Content Protection (HDCP). See Auto Channel Search on your HDTV. 2. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for more information on the remote control or side of your DVD player user manual for details. 1. 2. 3. 4.... on page 43 for more information about the video output requirements. Version 6/15/2010 25 www.VIZIO.com To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Refer to... player and the other end to your HDTV. 5. Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Good) VIZIO M261VP User Manual 1.
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Select HDMI-1 or HDMI-2 using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of your HDTV and DVD player. 2. Turn off your HDTV. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your HDTV. 4. Turn on ... Component cables (green, blue, and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT jacks on your DVD player. 4. Turn off your HDTV. 26 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M261VP User Manual HDMI Connections for HDMI so there may or may not be audio from your DVD player to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on...
Select HDMI-1 or HDMI-2 using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of your HDTV and DVD player. 2. Turn off your HDTV. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your HDTV. 4. Turn on ... Component cables (green, blue, and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT jacks on your DVD player. 4. Turn off your HDTV. 26 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M261VP User Manual HDMI Connections for HDMI so there may or may not be audio from your DVD player to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on...
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Select Comp/AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of your HDTV. 2. Turn on the side of your HDTV. 4. Search for Standard or Digital TV 1. Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) VIZIO M261VP User Manual 1. Turn on the power to the green Component Y jack on the power to...Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for new channels. Turn off the power to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on the remote or side of your HDTV and DVD player. 5. Select TV using the INPUT button on your HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the audio cables ...
Select Comp/AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of your HDTV. 2. Turn on the side of your HDTV. 4. Search for Standard or Digital TV 1. Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) VIZIO M261VP User Manual 1. Turn on the power to the green Component Y jack on the power to...Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for new channels. Turn off the power to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on the remote or side of your HDTV and DVD player. 5. Select TV using the INPUT button on your HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the audio cables ...
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... on the power to your HDTV. Connect the yellow video cable connector from your VCR or video camera to the green Component Y jack on the remote control or side of the product. 6. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your sound system to the OPTICAL digital audio out on the... to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of your HDTV and VCR or video camera. 10. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera Note: Refer to your HDTV and VCR or video camera. 7. Connecting a Home Theater System If your sound...
... on the power to your HDTV. Connect the yellow video cable connector from your VCR or video camera to the green Component Y jack on the remote control or side of the product. 6. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your sound system to the OPTICAL digital audio out on the... to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of your HDTV and VCR or video camera. 10. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera Note: Refer to your HDTV and VCR or video camera. 7. Connecting a Home Theater System If your sound...
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... using the INPUT button on your HDTV. Connecting a Computer RGB (VGA) VIZIO M261VP User Manual COMPUTER 1. Connect the 1/8-inch audio cable from the computer through your HDTV. Turn on the power to the RGB PC Audio jack on the remote control or side of your HDTV. 5. Turn on the power to your... to the RGB PC jack on your HDTV. If your HDTV and computer. 3. Turn off your HDTV (see Preset PC Resolutions on the remote control or side of your PC computer user manual for more information about the video output requirements. Connect the RGB (VGA) cable from your computer...
... using the INPUT button on your HDTV. Connecting a Computer RGB (VGA) VIZIO M261VP User Manual COMPUTER 1. Connect the 1/8-inch audio cable from the computer through your HDTV. Turn on the power to the RGB PC Audio jack on the remote control or side of your HDTV. 5. Turn on the power to your... to the RGB PC jack on your HDTV. If your HDTV and computer. 3. Turn off your HDTV (see Preset PC Resolutions on the remote control or side of your PC computer user manual for more information about the video output requirements. Connect the RGB (VGA) cable from your computer...
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...so check back often! Navigating the VIA Dock VIA Sidebar Select an App and press OK to your TV to scroll through all on demand. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 7 Using VIA Connecting to the Internet VIA delivers popular online content right to launch the Sidebar. VIA Dock Press ◄ ...with a selection of the Apps in the VIA Dock. When you press the VIA button on setting up a profile for detailed information on your remote, the Apps Dock appears along the bottom of your Internet connection. Set up your screen with wireless networking if you watch movies, TV shows,...
...so check back often! Navigating the VIA Dock VIA Sidebar Select an App and press OK to your TV to scroll through all on demand. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 7 Using VIA Connecting to the Internet VIA delivers popular online content right to launch the Sidebar. VIA Dock Press ◄ ...with a selection of the Apps in the VIA Dock. When you press the VIA button on setting up a profile for detailed information on your remote, the Apps Dock appears along the bottom of your Internet connection. Set up your screen with wireless networking if you watch movies, TV shows,...
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...in the App's sidebar, press to your VIA Dock. 5. Press ▲or ▼ to select the App. Press OK to choose an App. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA puts the best of the web right on your HDTV. A progress bar will appear and your new App will see... the image change. RED-Press to navigate around the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your VIA Dock when downloading has finished. 32 www.VIZIO.com Navigating Apps Use these buttons on your remote control to exit from the active App or from the VIA Dock.
...in the App's sidebar, press to your VIA Dock. 5. Press ▲or ▼ to select the App. Press OK to choose an App. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA puts the best of the web right on your HDTV. A progress bar will appear and your new App will see... the image change. RED-Press to navigate around the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your VIA Dock when downloading has finished. 32 www.VIZIO.com Navigating Apps Use these buttons on your remote control to exit from the active App or from the VIA Dock.
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...to select the Profile App, and then press OK. Modify the required fields to select the Profile you need is turned off. 34 www.VIZIO.com wired or wireless. The Profile loads and the VIA Dock appears with the set of Apps associated with that Profile. Press ◄ ... then press OK. 3. Press ◄ or ► to select Remove Profile, and then press OK. 5. Editing your remote. 7. Press the VIA button. 2. Press ▼ to select the Profile App, and then press OK. 3. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Switching Profiles 1. Press ◄ or ► to remove, and then press OK. 6.
...to select the Profile App, and then press OK. Modify the required fields to select the Profile you need is turned off. 34 www.VIZIO.com wired or wireless. The Profile loads and the VIA Dock appears with the set of Apps associated with that Profile. Press ◄ ... then press OK. 3. Press ◄ or ► to select Remove Profile, and then press OK. 5. Editing your remote. 7. Press the VIA button. 2. Press ▼ to select the Profile App, and then press OK. 3. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Switching Profiles 1. Press ◄ or ► to remove, and then press OK. 6.