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... unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M420NV User Manual ... conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits.
... unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M420NV User Manual ... conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits.
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Watch your local television stations may switch sooner. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required. After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will need a converter box to continue to receive low ...www.ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will turn off their analog signal and switch...
Watch your local television stations may switch sooner. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required. After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will need a converter box to continue to receive low ...www.ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will turn off their analog signal and switch...
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VIZIO M420NV 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 11 Attaching the TV Stand...12 Wall Mounting your HDTV...13 CHAPTER 2 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 14 Front Panel ......16 Remote Control Range...16 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...16 Remote Control Buttons ...17 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 18 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME 19 Select Input Source ...19 Watching a TV Program ...19 Viewing Digital TV Program Information 20 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT...
VIZIO M420NV 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 11 Attaching the TV Stand...12 Wall Mounting your HDTV...13 CHAPTER 2 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 14 Front Panel ......16 Remote Control Range...16 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...16 Remote Control Buttons ...17 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 18 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME 19 Select Input Source ...19 Watching a TV Program ...19 Viewing Digital TV Program Information 20 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT...
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Size ...39 Audio ...39 Settings Menu...40 Audio ...40 Tuner...42 Tuner...42 Name Input ...43 Parental Controls ...43 Menu ...49 Wide Format ...49 Audio Mode...49 Info ...49 Help Menu ...50 System Info ...50 Reset TV Settings ...50 Clear Memory (Factory Default) ...50 Start Setup Wizard...50 CHAPTER 8 PROGRAMMING THE VIZIO UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL 51 Using a Cable or Satellite Box Remote 51 Programming other devices ...51 Programming...Codes ...53 Television Codes ...53 Cable Box Codes ...59 Satellite Receiver Codes...60 PVR Codes ...61 DVD Player Codes...61 8 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO M420NV User Manual Size ...39 Audio ...39 Settings Menu...40 Audio ...40 Tuner...42 Tuner...42 Name Input ...43 Parental Controls ...43 Menu ...49 Wide Format ...49 Audio Mode...49 Info ...49 Help Menu ...50 System Info ...50 Reset TV Settings ...50 Clear Memory (Factory Default) ...50 Start Setup Wizard...50 CHAPTER 8 PROGRAMMING THE VIZIO UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL 51 Using a Cable or Satellite Box Remote 51 Programming other devices ...51 Programming...Codes ...53 Television Codes ...53 Cable Box Codes ...59 Satellite Receiver Codes...60 PVR Codes ...61 DVD Player Codes...61 8 www.VIZIO.com
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Amplifier / Receiver / Tuner Codes...63 Audio Accessory Codes...65 VCR Codes ...65 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 67 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...67 Troubleshooting Guide ...67 Telephone & Technical Support ...70 Compliance...71 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 71 CHAPTER 10 SPECIFICATIONS 72 Specifications ...72 Preset PC Resolutions ...74 Resolution through RGB Input ...74 WARRANTY ...75 INDEX ...76 Version 2/23/2010 9 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO M420NV User Manual Amplifier / Receiver / Tuner Codes...63 Audio Accessory Codes...65 VCR Codes ...65 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 67 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...67 Troubleshooting Guide ...67 Telephone & Technical Support ...70 Compliance...71 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 71 CHAPTER 10 SPECIFICATIONS 72 Specifications ...72 Preset PC Resolutions ...74 Resolution through RGB Input ...74 WARRANTY ...75 INDEX ...76 Version 2/23/2010 9 www.VIZIO.com
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...the box and lay it face down on a clean, padded, flat surface. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of the TV. Remove the two top foam end caps. 3. Remove the TV from packaging. 4. Align the stand base to the weight and size of ...debris to prevent the TV screen from the foam end caps. 2. Insert the four screws provided and tighten. 12 www.VIZIO.com Note: Make sure that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the back of the TV. 2. Attach the TV stand base: 1. Remove the remote control,...
...the box and lay it face down on a clean, padded, flat surface. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of the TV. Remove the two top foam end caps. 3. Remove the TV from packaging. 4. Align the stand base to the weight and size of ...debris to prevent the TV screen from the foam end caps. 2. Insert the four screws provided and tighten. 12 www.VIZIO.com Note: Make sure that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the back of the TV. 2. Attach the TV stand base: 1. Remove the remote control,...
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... the menu will return to confirm your TV (called Inputs). Note: The Jag wheel does not operate in the following sequence: TV, AV, Comp, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI SIDE, RGB, and Media. Please use your HDTV settings. 14 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and ...Connections Front Panel 1. If you have been combined into a single wheel on your M420NV. • Press the...
... the menu will return to confirm your TV (called Inputs). Note: The Jag wheel does not operate in the following sequence: TV, AV, Comp, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI SIDE, RGB, and Media. Please use your HDTV settings. 14 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and ...Connections Front Panel 1. If you have been combined into a single wheel on your M420NV. • Press the...
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...the side. 2. Connect to connect the external audio from a computer here. Connect a 1/8" mini plug stereo connector from the computer to the TV if you use by a professional service technician. 2. USB: • Insert a FAT/FAT32 formatted USB drive to view pictures. • ...are additional HDMI connectors on the S/PDIF Optical connector for use a HDMI or Component cable connection for high definition image quality. 6. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. COMPONENT (Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr with the programming will be connected directly here. 5. Speakers cannot be...
...the side. 2. Connect to connect the external audio from a computer here. Connect a 1/8" mini plug stereo connector from the computer to the TV if you use by a professional service technician. 2. USB: • Insert a FAT/FAT32 formatted USB drive to view pictures. • ...are additional HDMI connectors on the S/PDIF Optical connector for use a HDMI or Component cable connection for high definition image quality. 6. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. COMPONENT (Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr with the programming will be connected directly here. 5. Speakers cannot be...
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... the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with a clean, damp cloth. 16 www.VIZIO.com Avoid humidity. • If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at this sensor for the best... and down. Remote Control Range • Point the remote control directly at all, check the batteries. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions • The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. ... waste regulations. • Keep the batteries away from heat sources. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Installing the Batteries 1.
... the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with a clean, damp cloth. 16 www.VIZIO.com Avoid humidity. • If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at this sensor for the best... and down. Remote Control Range • Point the remote control directly at all, check the batteries. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions • The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. ... waste regulations. • Keep the batteries away from heat sources. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Installing the Batteries 1.
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... on page 46 for these buttons to display detailed program information when viewing a digital TV program. Press repeatedly to the next chapter on your pre-programmed Cable/Satellite Box DVR. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Remote Control Buttons POWER ( )-Press to TV mode. Device Buttons: • DVD-Press to select a DVD player that has been...
... on page 46 for these buttons to display detailed program information when viewing a digital TV program. Press repeatedly to the next chapter on your pre-programmed Cable/Satellite Box DVR. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Remote Control Buttons POWER ( )-Press to TV mode. Device Buttons: • DVD-Press to select a DVD player that has been...
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... your HDTV (see Chapter 2 for the best picture and most efficient energy usage. • Set your Time Zone and Daylight Savings preferences • Add your TV. VIZIO M420NV User Manual MUTE-Press to cycle between the main and sub-channels. LAST- Press repeatedly to turn on your... TV channels (unless you have stepped through the entire sequence, you have a Cable/Satellite Set-Top Box) 18 www.VIZIO.com TV-Press to your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into the remote control. 2. INPUT...
... your HDTV (see Chapter 2 for the best picture and most efficient energy usage. • Set your Time Zone and Daylight Savings preferences • Add your TV. VIZIO M420NV User Manual MUTE-Press to cycle between the main and sub-channels. LAST- Press repeatedly to turn on your... TV channels (unless you have stepped through the entire sequence, you have a Cable/Satellite Set-Top Box) 18 www.VIZIO.com TV-Press to your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into the remote control. 2. INPUT...
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...on the remote control or press the Jag wheel on the TV to launch the Quick Menu to which has been selected on your HDTV. TV, HDMI, COMP). Press the button until a channel scan has been been run. will light up white. 2. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first ...time Select Input Source Select the input source for details. Turn on the back of your TV. Note: If the selected device is shown. 3. Refer to see a picture on...
...on the remote control or press the Jag wheel on the TV to launch the Quick Menu to which has been selected on your HDTV. TV, HDMI, COMP). Press the button until a channel scan has been been run. will light up white. 2. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first ...time Select Input Source Select the input source for details. Turn on the back of your TV. Note: If the selected device is shown. 3. Refer to see a picture on...
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Press GUIDE again to display more information about the program and schedule. 20 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M420NV User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed or when you press the GUIDE button, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds.
Press GUIDE again to display more information about the program and schedule. 20 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M420NV User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed or when you press the GUIDE button, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds.
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... cable is capable of the wall. Based on your Home Theater configuration, you . Note: To maintain the display quality, use one cable. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? While it provides a good image, it won't provide the high-quality video and ... get a great picture and cut down on your cable clutter. This cable usually comes from a basic connection to watch TV programming. Better (analog) Component consists of Composite when possible. Visit www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for you can produce.
... cable is capable of the wall. Based on your Home Theater configuration, you . Note: To maintain the display quality, use one cable. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? While it provides a good image, it won't provide the high-quality video and ... get a great picture and cut down on your cable clutter. This cable usually comes from a basic connection to watch TV programming. Better (analog) Component consists of Composite when possible. Visit www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for you can produce.
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... the video source and the digital display for details. 1. 2. 3. 4. HDMI Connections for more information about the video output requirements of the TV. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, or HDMI SIDE using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the product or consult your Cable... and the HDMI end to the HDMI 1, 2, 3, or HDMI SIDE jack on your HDTV. 3. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be audio ...
... the video source and the digital display for details. 1. 2. 3. 4. HDMI Connections for more information about the video output requirements of the TV. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, or HDMI SIDE using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the product or consult your Cable... and the HDMI end to the HDMI 1, 2, 3, or HDMI SIDE jack on your HDTV. 3. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be audio ...
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... Composite Video (Good) 1. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your Cable/Satellite box to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on your HDTV. 4. Version 2/23/2010 23 www.VIZIO.com Select Comp using the INPUT button on your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red)...COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on the remote control or side of the TV. 5. Select TV using the INPUT button on your HDTV. 4. See Auto Channel Scan on page 42 for new channels. Using Component Video (Better) VIZIO M420NV User Manual 1. Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Good) 1. Turn off your ...
... Composite Video (Good) 1. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your Cable/Satellite box to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on your HDTV. 4. Version 2/23/2010 23 www.VIZIO.com Select Comp using the INPUT button on your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red)...COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on the remote control or side of the TV. 5. Select TV using the INPUT button on your HDTV. 4. See Auto Channel Scan on page 42 for new channels. Using Component Video (Better) VIZIO M420NV User Manual 1. Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Good) 1. Turn off your ...
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...there may or may not be connected using HDMI for details. 1. 2. 3. 4. HDMI Connections for added security and protection. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Refer to your HDTV. 3. Turn off your HDTV and DVD player. ...-2, HDMI-3, or HDMI SIDE using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Turn on the power to the HDMI 1, 2, 3, or HDMI SIDE jack on your DVD player. 4. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player Using HDMI (Best) DVD players that have a HDMI digital ...
...there may or may not be connected using HDMI for details. 1. 2. 3. 4. HDMI Connections for added security and protection. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Refer to your HDTV. 3. Turn off your HDTV and DVD player. ...-2, HDMI-3, or HDMI SIDE using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Turn on the power to the HDMI 1, 2, 3, or HDMI SIDE jack on your DVD player. 4. VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player Using HDMI (Best) DVD players that have a HDMI digital ...
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... cable (green, blue, and red) from your DVD player to your HDTV. 4. Version 2/23/2010 25 www.VIZIO.com Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) 1. Turn on the remote control or side of the TV. Using Component Video (Better) VIZIO M420NV User Manual 1. Select AV using the INPUT button on your HDTV and DVD player. 5.
... cable (green, blue, and red) from your DVD player to your HDTV. 4. Version 2/23/2010 25 www.VIZIO.com Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) 1. Turn on the remote control or side of the TV. Using Component Video (Better) VIZIO M420NV User Manual 1. Select AV using the INPUT button on your HDTV and DVD player. 5.
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VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for new channels. Turn off the power to your HDTV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) ... the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on scanning for more information on your HDTV. 3. Turn on your HDTV. 4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 26 www.VIZIO.com See Auto Channel Scan on page 42 for more information about the video output requirements of the...
VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for new channels. Turn off the power to your HDTV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) ... the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on scanning for more information on your HDTV. 3. Turn on your HDTV. 4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 26 www.VIZIO.com See Auto Channel Scan on page 42 for more information about the video output requirements of the...
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... the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. Press ► to external speakers. Notes: • Refer to your HDTV. 2. Turning TV speakers off the power to your Home Theater to select TV SPEAKERS. 4. Connect one end of the HDTV. 3. Press OK to select Audio, and then press ▼ to optical... from your Receiver/Amp system. This is active when receiving audio with the programs being used. 1. Connecting a Home Theater System Using RCA VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting the cables 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the...
... the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. Press ► to external speakers. Notes: • Refer to your HDTV. 2. Turning TV speakers off the power to your Home Theater to select TV SPEAKERS. 4. Connect one end of the HDTV. 3. Press OK to select Audio, and then press ▼ to optical... from your Receiver/Amp system. This is active when receiving audio with the programs being used. 1. Connecting a Home Theater System Using RCA VIZIO M420NV User Manual Connecting the cables 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the...