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... Tuner Mode 21 Scanning for Channels 22 Adding New Channels 22 Skipping Channels 23 Changing the Audio Language 23 Using the Parental Controls 24 Accessing the Parental Controls Menu 24 Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings 24 Locking and Unlocking Channels 24 Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating 25 Changing the Parental Control Passcode 25 Resetting the Content Locks 25 Changing the Names of the Inputs 26 Changing the On-Screen Menu Language 26 Setting the Time Zone 27 Adjusting the CEC Settings 27 Turning the VIZIO...
... Tuner Mode 21 Scanning for Channels 22 Adding New Channels 22 Skipping Channels 23 Changing the Audio Language 23 Using the Parental Controls 24 Accessing the Parental Controls Menu 24 Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings 24 Locking and Unlocking Channels 24 Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating 25 Changing the Parental Control Passcode 25 Resetting the Content Locks 25 Changing the Names of the Inputs 26 Changing the On-Screen Menu Language 26 Setting the Time Zone 27 Adjusting the CEC Settings 27 Turning the VIZIO...
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Resetting the TV Settings 28 Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings 29 Using Guided Setup 29 Using the Digital Episode Guide 30 Using the Info Window 30 Using the USB Media Player 31 Using the USB Media Player 31 Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV 31 Playing USB Media 31 Using VIZIO Internet Apps 34 Using the VIA Shortcut Buttons 34 Using the VIA Dock 34 Moving an App on the VIA Dock 34 Adding a New App to the...
Resetting the TV Settings 28 Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings 29 Using Guided Setup 29 Using the Digital Episode Guide 30 Using the Info Window 30 Using the USB Media Player 31 Using the USB Media Player 31 Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV 31 Playing USB Media 31 Using VIZIO Internet Apps 34 Using the VIA Shortcut Buttons 34 Using the VIA Dock 34 Moving an App on the VIA Dock 34 Adding a New App to the...
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.... The manufacturer's warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations. • The power cord must be observed for replacement of the obsolete outlet. • Protect the power cord from being damaged, the following safety instructions before turning on the label. The wide blade or the third prong are not blocked or covered. Wait before operating your TV close to smoke or...
.... The manufacturer's warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations. • The power cord must be observed for replacement of the obsolete outlet. • Protect the power cord from being damaged, the following safety instructions before turning on the label. The wide blade or the third prong are not blocked or covered. Wait before operating your TV close to smoke or...
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... the apparatus. • The mains plug or appliance coupler is exposed to repair or service your TV in any way. - To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms. • Unplug your TV during lightning. Continuous use of the marked voltage can damage the remote control or injure the operator. Continued use in this case may cause...
... the apparatus. • The mains plug or appliance coupler is exposed to repair or service your TV in any way. - To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms. • Unplug your TV during lightning. Continuous use of the marked voltage can damage the remote control or injure the operator. Continued use in this case may cause...
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... requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. Article 810 of the grounding electrode. Lightning Protection For added protection of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Analog-only television sets that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded...
... requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. Article 810 of the grounding electrode. Lightning Protection For added protection of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Analog-only television sets that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded...
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... to support the weight of the TV. Cleaning Cloth Safety Cable Power Cord Package Contents 1 When you can begin installing the TV. VIZIO LCD HDTV with Batteries 2. Your TV can still fall over . However, the TV can be installed in two ways: • On a flat surface, using the included stand • On a wall, using a VESA-standard wall mount (not included) Installing the TV Stand Your TV includes a stand designed to the screen...
... to support the weight of the TV. Cleaning Cloth Safety Cable Power Cord Package Contents 1 When you can begin installing the TV. VIZIO LCD HDTV with Batteries 2. Your TV can still fall over . However, the TV can be installed in two ways: • On a flat surface, using the included stand • On a wall, using a VESA-standard wall mount (not included) Installing the TV Stand Your TV includes a stand designed to the screen...
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... your TV, you . Disconnect any other objects (walls, 1" etc). Using a philips-head screwdriver, remove the base by loosening and removing the screws. 4. Specifications for your TV model: Screw Size: Screw Length: Screw Pitch: Hole Pattern: M420SV M6 10mm 1.0mm 200mm (V) x 400mm (H) M470SV M6 10mm 1.0mm 400mm (V) x 400mm (H) M550SV M8 10mm 1.25mm 400mm (V) x 400mm (H) Installing a TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Attach the plastic cover. 4. Consult the information...
... your TV, you . Disconnect any other objects (walls, 1" etc). Using a philips-head screwdriver, remove the base by loosening and removing the screws. 4. Specifications for your TV model: Screw Size: Screw Length: Screw Pitch: Hole Pattern: M420SV M6 10mm 1.0mm 200mm (V) x 400mm (H) M470SV M6 10mm 1.0mm 400mm (V) x 400mm (H) M550SV M8 10mm 1.25mm 400mm (V) x 400mm (H) Installing a TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Attach the plastic cover. 4. Consult the information...
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... cable. Ethernet: Connect ethernet cable from computer. HDMI: Connect HDMI devices. PC Audio In: Connect 3.5mm connector from home network. RCA Audio Out: Connect RCA audio device (soundbar, etc). Controls and Connections Rear Panel Inputs 1 USB 2 USB 1 2 HDMI 3 AC IN 4 HDMI BEST AUDIO RGB PC ETHERNET RGB PC COMPONENT (BETTER) Y V DTV / TV OPTICAL AUDIO OUT CABLE / ANTENNA RGB PC/ PC Audio In Ethernet Component Cable/ RCA Audio Out Antenna Optical Audio Out Rear Panel Inputs 2 AC IN: Connect included power cable. USB: Connect USB thumb drive to play music or view...
... cable. Ethernet: Connect ethernet cable from computer. HDMI: Connect HDMI devices. PC Audio In: Connect 3.5mm connector from home network. RCA Audio Out: Connect RCA audio device (soundbar, etc). Controls and Connections Rear Panel Inputs 1 USB 2 USB 1 2 HDMI 3 AC IN 4 HDMI BEST AUDIO RGB PC ETHERNET RGB PC COMPONENT (BETTER) Y V DTV / TV OPTICAL AUDIO OUT CABLE / ANTENNA RGB PC/ PC Audio In Ethernet Component Cable/ RCA Audio Out Antenna Optical Audio Out Rear Panel Inputs 2 AC IN: Connect included power cable. USB: Connect USB thumb drive to play music or view...
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... Keypad Arrow Power/Standby A/V Controls Info Menu Arrow Guide VIA Shortcuts Channel Up/Down Last Dash (-) Battery Compartment VIA Shortcuts Remote Control 2 Power/Standby: Turn the TV on -screen menu options. Back: Go to the channel last viewed. Guide: Display the episode guide (digital channels only). VIA Shortcuts: Control VIZIO Internet Apps. Number Pad: Use the number pad to manually enter a digital sub-channel. (For example, 18-4 or 18-5.) Wide: Switch between display modes. 5 Dash (-): Use with number pad to manually enter a channel. See Scanning for Channels on...
... Keypad Arrow Power/Standby A/V Controls Info Menu Arrow Guide VIA Shortcuts Channel Up/Down Last Dash (-) Battery Compartment VIA Shortcuts Remote Control 2 Power/Standby: Turn the TV on -screen menu options. Back: Go to the channel last viewed. Guide: Display the episode guide (digital channels only). VIA Shortcuts: Control VIZIO Internet Apps. Number Pad: Use the number pad to manually enter a digital sub-channel. (For example, 18-4 or 18-5.) Wide: Switch between display modes. 5 Dash (-): Use with number pad to manually enter a channel. See Scanning for Channels on...
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..., press the INPUT button on the remote and select the connection type (HDMI, RGB, etc) from wall) Perform a channel scan. Press OK. 6. Check the list of video ports available: HDMI RGB Component RF/Antenna Composite AV Required Device Ports 2. For example, if you are connecting a Blu-ray player with DVI Connect left (white) and right (red) audio cables to the L and R ports next to 1920 x 1080. Turn the TV on by pressing the Power/Standby button on the...
..., press the INPUT button on the remote and select the connection type (HDMI, RGB, etc) from wall) Perform a channel scan. Press OK. 6. Check the list of video ports available: HDMI RGB Component RF/Antenna Composite AV Required Device Ports 2. For example, if you are connecting a Blu-ray player with DVI Connect left (white) and right (red) audio cables to the L and R ports next to 1920 x 1080. Turn the TV on by pressing the Power/Standby button on the...
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...-screen menu, press the MENU button on the remote to highlight the input source you can: • Change the input source • Set the screen aspect radio • Set up closed captioning • Activate the sleep timer • Adjust the picture settings • Use the PIP feature • Adjust the network settings • Change TV settings • Access the help menu Changing the Input Source External devices such as DVD players, Blu-Ray Players, and video game consoles can press the BACK button at any time to return to the previous menu screen...
...-screen menu, press the MENU button on the remote to highlight the input source you can: • Change the input source • Set the screen aspect radio • Set up closed captioning • Activate the sleep timer • Adjust the picture settings • Use the PIP feature • Adjust the network settings • Change TV settings • Access the help menu Changing the Input Source External devices such as DVD players, Blu-Ray Players, and video game consoles can press the BACK button at any time to return to the previous menu screen...
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... MENU button on the remote to highlight Picture and press OK. Adjusts the LED brightness to affect the overall brilliance of the picture. Brightness - Adjusts the white level of the picture. This setting is useful in adjusting the flesh tones in a dark room. • Game mode optimizes the picture settings for displaying game console output. • Vivid mode sets the picture settings to values that does not otherwise exist. 15 Use the Up/Down Arrow buttons...
... MENU button on the remote to highlight Picture and press OK. Adjusts the LED brightness to affect the overall brilliance of the picture. Brightness - Adjusts the white level of the picture. This setting is useful in adjusting the flesh tones in a dark room. • Game mode optimizes the picture settings for displaying game console output. • Vivid mode sets the picture settings to values that does not otherwise exist. 15 Use the Up/Down Arrow buttons...
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... Arrow buttons on or off Changing the Input Source External devices such as DVD players, Blu-Ray Players, and video game consoles can : • Change the input source • Adjust the audio settings • Set up the TV tuner • Name the TV inputs • Set up parental controls • Change the on-screen menu language • Set the time • Adjust the CEC settings • Turn the VIZIO logo on or off . • Advanced Audio - To change the equalizer settings yourself, highlight EQ Mode...
... Arrow buttons on or off Changing the Input Source External devices such as DVD players, Blu-Ray Players, and video game consoles can : • Change the input source • Adjust the audio settings • Set up the TV tuner • Name the TV inputs • Set up parental controls • Change the on-screen menu language • Set the time • Adjust the CEC settings • Turn the VIZIO logo on or off . • Advanced Audio - To change the equalizer settings yourself, highlight EQ Mode...
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... the analog RCA (red/white) connectors when connected to control the external speakers' volume from the TV's volume controls, or select Fixed to a home theater audio system. Select Dolby Digital, PCM, or Off. • Analog Audio Out - Highlight Yes and press OK. 6. Press the EXIT button on the remote. The Advanced Audio menu is displayed. 4. Select Surround or Standard. • SRS TruVolume - Sets the volume control properties for the Optical output when connected to television commercials or channel changes...
... the analog RCA (red/white) connectors when connected to control the external speakers' volume from the TV's volume controls, or select Fixed to a home theater audio system. Select Dolby Digital, PCM, or Off. • Analog Audio Out - Highlight Yes and press OK. 6. Press the EXIT button on the remote. The Advanced Audio menu is displayed. 4. Select Surround or Standard. • SRS TruVolume - Sets the volume control properties for the Optical output when connected to television commercials or channel changes...
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... antenna connected directly to the TV, scan for the best signal. See Resetting the Picture Settings on the screen. • Ensure all cables are securely attached to the TV. • Ensure all cables to ensure they are using this troubleshooting guide. Connect your device's user manual for Channels on page 6. Phone: Fax: Email: (877) 698-4946 (949) 585-9563 techsupport@vizio.com Web: www.VIZIO.com Hours of operation: Monday - See Replacing...
... antenna connected directly to the TV, scan for the best signal. See Resetting the Picture Settings on the screen. • Ensure all cables are securely attached to the TV. • Ensure all cables to ensure they are using this troubleshooting guide. Connect your device's user manual for Channels on page 6. Phone: Fax: Email: (877) 698-4946 (949) 585-9563 techsupport@vizio.com Web: www.VIZIO.com Hours of operation: Monday - See Replacing...
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... buttons on the remote to adjust the volume. Separate the TV from electrical appliances, cars, or flourescent lights. • Ensure all cables are inherent to this type of the channel may be low. This up -converted (improved) to a window for the best signal. A When I change input source, the volume changes. • The TV remembers the volume level on each input source. The display image does not cover the entire screen...
... buttons on the remote to adjust the volume. Separate the TV from electrical appliances, cars, or flourescent lights. • Ensure all cables are inherent to this type of the channel may be low. This up -converted (improved) to a window for the best signal. A When I change input source, the volume changes. • The TV remembers the volume level on each input source. The display image does not cover the entire screen...
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..., normal wear and tear, improper operation, improper voltage supply or power surges, signal issues, damages from warranty service or replacement, whichever is not covered under this guarantee applies to your product will provide instructions for the "zero bright pixel" guarantee on select new product purchases. Replacement parts and Products are not covered. VIZIO provides a warranty to obtain warranty service. VIZIO SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS...
..., normal wear and tear, improper operation, improper voltage supply or power surges, signal issues, damages from warranty service or replacement, whichever is not covered under this guarantee applies to your product will provide instructions for the "zero bright pixel" guarantee on select new product purchases. Replacement parts and Products are not covered. VIZIO provides a warranty to obtain warranty service. VIZIO SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS...
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... on. Input: Change the input device. Arrow: Navigate the on -screen menu. V Button: Start VIA Internet Apps. Dash (-): Use with number pad to manually enter a channel. QWERTY Keypad: Enter letters and numbers. Exit: Close the on -screen menu and episode guide. OK: Select highlighted menu option. VIA Shortcuts: Control VIZIO Internet Apps. Number Pad: Use the number pad to manually enter a digital sub-channel. (For example, 18-4 or 18-5.) Wide: Switch between display modes. Mute: Turn the sound off . Volume Up/Down...
... on. Input: Change the input device. Arrow: Navigate the on -screen menu. V Button: Start VIA Internet Apps. Dash (-): Use with number pad to manually enter a channel. QWERTY Keypad: Enter letters and numbers. Exit: Close the on -screen menu and episode guide. OK: Select highlighted menu option. VIA Shortcuts: Control VIZIO Internet Apps. Number Pad: Use the number pad to manually enter a digital sub-channel. (For example, 18-4 or 18-5.) Wide: Switch between display modes. Mute: Turn the sound off . Volume Up/Down...
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... Speakers is off. • Press MENU, then select TV Settings > Audio. For technical assistance contact our VIZIO Technical Support Department via email or phone. Please have your antenna is securely connected to the AC socket on the TV and a working electrical outlet. • Press the Power/Standby button on the remote or on warranty service or repair, after the warranty period, please contact our Support Department at the number...
... Speakers is off. • Press MENU, then select TV Settings > Audio. For technical assistance contact our VIZIO Technical Support Department via email or phone. Please have your antenna is securely connected to the AC socket on the TV and a working electrical outlet. • Press the Power/Standby button on the remote or on warranty service or repair, after the warranty period, please contact our Support Department at the number...
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... • The on-screen menu has guided setup. See Resetting the Picture Settings in the user manual. • Check all cables to which your external device (Blu-ray™ or DVD player). • If using a supported desktop resolution. • Some television channels add black bars to Wide or Zoom Mode. There are black/gray bars on the top/bottom/ sides of your device is connected (HDMI, Composite, etc). The TV displays "No Signal" • Ensure...
... • The on-screen menu has guided setup. See Resetting the Picture Settings in the user manual. • Check all cables to which your external device (Blu-ray™ or DVD player). • If using a supported desktop resolution. • Some television channels add black bars to Wide or Zoom Mode. There are black/gray bars on the top/bottom/ sides of your device is connected (HDMI, Composite, etc). The TV displays "No Signal" • Ensure...