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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 1/18/2006 4 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO P42 HDTV and it accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that...
... 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 1/18/2006 4 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO P42 HDTV and it accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that...
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VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 6 1.1 Front Panel...6 1.2 Side Panel Controls...6 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...6 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...6 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 6 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...6 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 6 ... PIP/POP Settings ...6 3.5.14 Using the Parental Controls...6 3.5.15 Setting the Sleep Timer ...6 3.6 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 6 3.6.1 Programming for VCR ...6 3.6.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...6 3.6.3 Programming for DVD...
VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 6 1.1 Front Panel...6 1.2 Side Panel Controls...6 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...6 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...6 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 6 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...6 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 6 ... PIP/POP Settings ...6 3.5.14 Using the Parental Controls...6 3.5.15 Setting the Sleep Timer ...6 3.6 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 6 3.6.1 Programming for VCR ...6 3.6.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...6 3.6.3 Programming for DVD...
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VIZIO P42 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. Press it again to return to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. This button selects a programmed VCR. This button selects a programmed DVD ...at the top of main and sub-channels. These buttons turn the volume up or down . This button starts all programming sequences. VCR - VOL (+ or -) - GUIDE - The remote control button functions are explained on and off.
VIZIO P42 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. Press it again to return to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. This button selects a programmed VCR. This button selects a programmed DVD ...at the top of main and sub-channels. These buttons turn the volume up or down . This button starts all programming sequences. VCR - VOL (+ or -) - GUIDE - The remote control button functions are explained on and off.
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....VIZIOCE.com Separating the color in this single pin connector. The complete video signal is the connection for digital displays. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO P42HDTV has six different ways to connect your antenna/cable to the VCR RF Input and connect the VCR RF...
....VIZIOCE.com Separating the color in this single pin connector. The complete video signal is the connection for digital displays. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO P42HDTV has six different ways to connect your antenna/cable to the VCR RF Input and connect the VCR RF...
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...in all digital TV broadcasts are High Definition (HD). Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 2.5 Connecting Coaxial (RF) There are several options for RF connection to the DTV connector at www.VIZIOCE.com or call 1-888VIZIOCE (1-888...Remote Control. Refer to the Plasma TV. 4. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the program guides, or consult your antenna or digital cable to the Plasma TV depending upon ...
...in all digital TV broadcasts are High Definition (HD). Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 2.5 Connecting Coaxial (RF) There are several options for RF connection to the DTV connector at www.VIZIOCE.com or call 1-888VIZIOCE (1-888...Remote Control. Refer to the Plasma TV. 4. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the program guides, or consult your antenna or digital cable to the Plasma TV depending upon ...
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... 29 www.VIZIOCE.com Connect the Audio Out on the power to set your pc computer user manual for additional information on the Remote Control. Please refer to the pc or graphic card's user guide for more information about the video output requirements of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing... or side of the product. Refer to your pc computer timing mode to the Plasma TV and PC Computer. 2. 2.7 Connecting a PC Computer VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are not included and can be purchased at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3.
... 29 www.VIZIOCE.com Connect the Audio Out on the power to set your pc computer user manual for additional information on the Remote Control. Please refer to the pc or graphic card's user guide for more information about the video output requirements of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing... or side of the product. Refer to your pc computer timing mode to the Plasma TV and PC Computer. 2. 2.7 Connecting a PC Computer VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are not included and can be purchased at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3.
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... operator for a cable or satellite dish. Version 1/18/2006 31 www.VIZIOCE.com Press the button twice to exit the On Screen Display (OSD). VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual d. Press the MENU button repeatedly to highlight TV/Cable. Use the or buttons to rotate to the desired channel number and change to select either... (refer to get information about availability in your area, type of antenna and in all areas. Refer to www.antennaweb.org to the graphic card's user guide for the available TV channels.
... operator for a cable or satellite dish. Version 1/18/2006 31 www.VIZIOCE.com Press the button twice to exit the On Screen Display (OSD). VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual d. Press the MENU button repeatedly to highlight TV/Cable. Use the or buttons to rotate to the desired channel number and change to select either... (refer to get information about availability in your area, type of antenna and in all areas. Refer to www.antennaweb.org to the graphic card's user guide for the available TV channels.
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... arrow button to remove the OSD. Setting the correct Time Zone for your area using the or buttons. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual This will ensure that the correct program times are shown after pressing the GUIDE button on the PICTURE ADJUST page. Press the button to highlight Time Zone. Version 1/18/2006 33 www...
... arrow button to remove the OSD. Setting the correct Time Zone for your area using the or buttons. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual This will ensure that the correct program times are shown after pressing the GUIDE button on the PICTURE ADJUST page. Press the button to highlight Time Zone. Version 1/18/2006 33 www...
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Each time you are watching will be displayed on the remote and program information for that channel. Press the or button to exit this feature. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 3.4.3 Program Information Press the GUIDE button on the screen with the live program for the channel you pause at a channel, the program list will update with the program schedule for the channel and the window will show the live program content in a small window in the lower left corner of the panel. Version 1/18/2006 43 www.VIZIOCE.com Press the GUIDE button to scroll up or down the channels.
Each time you are watching will be displayed on the remote and program information for that channel. Press the or button to exit this feature. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 3.4.3 Program Information Press the GUIDE button on the screen with the live program for the channel you pause at a channel, the program list will update with the program schedule for the channel and the window will show the live program content in a small window in the lower left corner of the panel. Version 1/18/2006 43 www.VIZIOCE.com Press the GUIDE button to scroll up or down the channels.
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.... 2. Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED flashes twice. 4. If your cable or satellite remote. Manually turn off . Find the programming code for your cable or satellite remote user guide for more functionality. 3.6.4 Searching for Component Codes If you can use a cable or satellite remote to work the... on your cable or satellite remote uses a 5-digit code (like most Direct TV units), first try all the codes for DVD Player 1. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 3.6.3 Programming for your Plasma TV. Note: Some buttons may include more information on the DVD Player. 2.
.... 2. Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED flashes twice. 4. If your cable or satellite remote. Manually turn off . Find the programming code for your cable or satellite remote user guide for more functionality. 3.6.4 Searching for Component Codes If you can use a cable or satellite remote to work the... on your cable or satellite remote uses a 5-digit code (like most Direct TV units), first try all the codes for DVD Player 1. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 3.6.3 Programming for your Plasma TV. Note: Some buttons may include more information on the DVD Player. 2.
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... that MUTE disappears from the socket before cleaning the TV. 2. Wipe the display with a dry cloth after cleaning. 4.2 Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in accordance with a dry cloth after cleaning. Plug another ...sure the power button is removed from the screen Check your audio settings, your input connections. 55 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4.1 Maintenance Important 1. Make sure that the outlet is seriously contaminated, use volatile solvent (such ...
... that MUTE disappears from the socket before cleaning the TV. 2. Wipe the display with a dry cloth after cleaning. 4.2 Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in accordance with a dry cloth after cleaning. Plug another ...sure the power button is removed from the screen Check your audio settings, your input connections. 55 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4.1 Maintenance Important 1. Make sure that the outlet is seriously contaminated, use volatile solvent (such ...
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...like a movie screen than 480 progressively scanned lines (480P) in the set -top box): A device capable of today's analog TV system. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 5.2 Glossary - Aspect Ratio (4x3): Traditional TV "aspect ratio", that may be 28 inches wide and 16 inches tall. For example, a ...online at www.dtv.gov. The file may be 25 inches wide and 19 inches tall. Source: Buying a Digital Television, CEA, HDTV Guide, 2005 Note: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) and the Consumer Electronics Retailers Coalition (CERC) have a separate...
...like a movie screen than 480 progressively scanned lines (480P) in the set -top box): A device capable of today's analog TV system. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 5.2 Glossary - Aspect Ratio (4x3): Traditional TV "aspect ratio", that may be 28 inches wide and 16 inches tall. For example, a ...online at www.dtv.gov. The file may be 25 inches wide and 19 inches tall. Source: Buying a Digital Television, CEA, HDTV Guide, 2005 Note: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) and the Consumer Electronics Retailers Coalition (CERC) have a separate...
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... Satellite Remote to Operate your VIZIO TV, 54 RGB Connecting your PC, 29 S Screen Size explanation, 48, 49 Sticking Image Removal, 48 S-Video Connecting your DVD Player, 20, 21 T Technical Specifications, 59 Troubleshooting Guide, 55 W Warranty, 64 Watching TV Basic connections, 30 Getting your Programs, 32 VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Version 1/18/2006 63 www...
... Satellite Remote to Operate your VIZIO TV, 54 RGB Connecting your PC, 29 S Screen Size explanation, 48, 49 Sticking Image Removal, 48 S-Video Connecting your DVD Player, 20, 21 T Technical Specifications, 59 Troubleshooting Guide, 55 W Warranty, 64 Watching TV Basic connections, 30 Getting your Programs, 32 VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Version 1/18/2006 63 www...