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... Basic Plasma TV Settings 26 3.4 - Using the Parental Controls ...32 3.4.4 - Television Antenna Connection Protection 5 1.7 - Which Video Connection Should I Use 14 2.2 - Using Component Video ...16 2.2.3 - Using RGB Video ...20 2.4 - Using Your Antenna or Cable TV 21 2.5.2 - OSD Menus and Options ...28 3.4.3 - Rear Panel Connections ...8 1.10 - Connecting Coaxial (RF)...21 2.5.1 - Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 34...
... Basic Plasma TV Settings 26 3.4 - Using the Parental Controls ...32 3.4.4 - Television Antenna Connection Protection 5 1.7 - Which Video Connection Should I Use 14 2.2 - Using Component Video ...16 2.2.3 - Using RGB Video ...20 2.4 - Using Your Antenna or Cable TV 21 2.5.2 - OSD Menus and Options ...28 3.4.3 - Rear Panel Connections ...8 1.10 - Connecting Coaxial (RF)...21 2.5.1 - Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 34...
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... repair or service the product yourself. Do not place any way. Never spill liquids on the P42 Plasma TV. • The P42 Plasma TV should be used for cleaning the P42 Plasma TV. If water penetrates into a grounded power outlet as a safety feature. Unplug the power cord immediately...damp cloth is provided. • Never push any of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any object into the P42 Plasma TV. Do not place the P42 Plasma TV in a safe place for repair. Overloading can result in the User Manual. To avoid electric ...
... repair or service the product yourself. Do not place any way. Never spill liquids on the P42 Plasma TV. • The P42 Plasma TV should be used for cleaning the P42 Plasma TV. If water penetrates into a grounded power outlet as a safety feature. Unplug the power cord immediately...damp cloth is provided. • Never push any of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any object into the P42 Plasma TV. Do not place the P42 Plasma TV in a safe place for repair. Overloading can result in the User Manual. To avoid electric ...
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Package Contents VIZIO P42 Plasma TV VIZIO Universal Remote Control 42 mm Stand-Off Screws for the Bottom of the TV - 2 QTY 55 mm Stand-Off Screws for the Top of purchase. 1.7 - Note: Your product may also include various other accessories depending on region of the TV - 2 QTY Power Cord RCA Cable This User Guide IMPORTANT: Save the original box and all the packing material for future shipping needs. Version - 2/21/2005 6 www.vizioce.com
Package Contents VIZIO P42 Plasma TV VIZIO Universal Remote Control 42 mm Stand-Off Screws for the Bottom of the TV - 2 QTY 55 mm Stand-Off Screws for the Top of purchase. 1.7 - Note: Your product may also include various other accessories depending on region of the TV - 2 QTY Power Cord RCA Cable This User Guide IMPORTANT: Save the original box and all the packing material for future shipping needs. Version - 2/21/2005 6 www.vizioce.com
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Repeated pressing of the remote signals to turn the TV off. Once you have stepped through the input sources in sequence. Input - Point the remote control directly at this button steps through the entire sequence, you will return to the remote signal. Version - 2/21/2005 7 www.vizioce.com ...Press the button again to the sensor. Channel d/c - This is active, these buttons function as select controls in the OSD menus. Switch the TV on . Power - 1.8 - Front Panel Controls Volume ◄/► - While the OSD is the window that passes all of this window for...
Repeated pressing of the remote signals to turn the TV off. Once you have stepped through the input sources in sequence. Input - Point the remote control directly at this button steps through the entire sequence, you will return to the remote signal. Version - 2/21/2005 7 www.vizioce.com ...Press the button again to the sensor. Channel d/c - This is active, these buttons function as select controls in the OSD menus. Switch the TV on . Power - 1.8 - Front Panel Controls Volume ◄/► - While the OSD is the window that passes all of this window for...
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The remote control button functions are explained on the following pages. VIZIO Universal Remote Control Button Description 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 11 13 15 17 18 20 23 24 26 27 29 30 33 34 10 14 16 19 21 22 25 28 31 32 35 36 Version - 2/21/2005 9 www.vizioce.com 1.10 - VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be used to control up to four different components.
The remote control button functions are explained on the following pages. VIZIO Universal Remote Control Button Description 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 11 13 15 17 18 20 23 24 26 27 29 30 33 34 10 14 16 19 21 22 25 28 31 32 35 36 Version - 2/21/2005 9 www.vizioce.com 1.10 - VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be used to control up to four different components.
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...the previously viewed channel. 13. Key Remote Control Functions 1. This button starts all programming sequences. 2. These buttons navigate the on and off. 10. 100/Enter - INFO - SETUP - This button selects a programmed TV. Pre-programmed for the VIZIO P42 Plasma TV. 8. CH (+ or -) - AUX... - This button enters a channel number greater than 100 in TV mode. 16. TV - This button exits the component, guide or OSD menus. ...
...the previously viewed channel. 13. Key Remote Control Functions 1. This button starts all programming sequences. 2. These buttons navigate the on and off. 10. 100/Enter - INFO - SETUP - This button selects a programmed TV. Pre-programmed for the VIZIO P42 Plasma TV. 8. CH (+ or -) - AUX... - This button enters a channel number greater than 100 in TV mode. 16. TV - This button exits the component, guide or OSD menus. ...
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... User can adjust the sleep timer in the TV mode. 33. This button rewinds the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is for the VIZIO P42 Plasma TV. This button forwards the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Swap - Use this key to activate... the picture-in TV mode. 21. Forward/YPbPr - MTS - This button stops the CD...
... User can adjust the sleep timer in the TV mode. 33. This button rewinds the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is for the VIZIO P42 Plasma TV. This button forwards the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Swap - Use this key to activate... the picture-in TV mode. 21. Forward/YPbPr - MTS - This button stops the CD...
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... regulations. • Keep the batteries away from children and pets. This may result in cracking or leakage that may result in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries: • Only use the specified AA batteries. • Do not mix new and old...
... regulations. • Keep the batteries away from children and pets. This may result in cracking or leakage that may result in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries: • Only use the specified AA batteries. • Do not mix new and old...
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..., 30º to the remote control or does not respond at all, check the batteries. If the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them with fresh batteries. • When not using the remote control for the VIZIO Universal Remote Control • Remote control should be kept dry ...and away from the front of the remote control is approximately 32 feet (10 meters) from heat sources. 1.10.3 -
..., 30º to the remote control or does not respond at all, check the batteries. If the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them with fresh batteries. • When not using the remote control for the VIZIO Universal Remote Control • Remote control should be kept dry ...and away from the front of the remote control is approximately 32 feet (10 meters) from heat sources. 1.10.3 -
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... and L (white color) audio connectors on the remote control to change from Subwoofer from Off to the Plasma TV and speakers. 5. Press the MENU button on the remote control to activate the on the power to On. Press the d on the remote control until AUDIO is highlighted and press the f ... Installation: 1. Connect the subwoofer connector on the remote control until Subwoofer is highlighted and press the SELECT button to the R (red color) and L (white color) audio output connectors in the AUDIO OUT connections in the rear of your Plasma TV. 4. Version - 2/21/2005 22 www.vizioce...
... and L (white color) audio connectors on the remote control to change from Subwoofer from Off to the Plasma TV and speakers. 5. Press the MENU button on the remote control to activate the on the power to On. Press the d on the remote control until AUDIO is highlighted and press the f ... Installation: 1. Connect the subwoofer connector on the remote control until Subwoofer is highlighted and press the SELECT button to the R (red color) and L (white color) audio output connectors in the AUDIO OUT connections in the rear of your Plasma TV. 4. Version - 2/21/2005 22 www.vizioce...
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...Installation: 1. Version - 2/21/2005 23 www.vizioce.com Your Plasma TV is highlighted and press the f on the remote control to the Plasma TV and receiver or amplifier. 2. Turn on the power to Variable so that can automatically send a remote turn-on/off the power to activate the on the rear of ... group on -screen display (OSD). 5. Turn off signal to select this Sub Menu. 6. Press the SELECT button on the remote control to change from Fix to the Plasma TV and receiver or amplifier. 4. Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio connectors on the front of your...
...Installation: 1. Version - 2/21/2005 23 www.vizioce.com Your Plasma TV is highlighted and press the f on the remote control to the Plasma TV and receiver or amplifier. 2. Turn on the power to Variable so that can automatically send a remote turn-on/off the power to activate the on the rear of ... group on -screen display (OSD). 5. Turn off signal to select this Sub Menu. 6. Press the SELECT button on the remote control to change from Fix to the Plasma TV and receiver or amplifier. 4. Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio connectors on the front of your...
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.... 4. The POWER indicator on the back of the display. 4. Select input source for the Plasma TV, via either be kept on the top side of the back panel. 2. Secure both 42 mm stand-off screws in the screw holes on the base stand or mounted to the wall ...the back panel. The stand can either OSD menu or remote control. 5. The Plasma TV will fit evenly against a Plasma TV wall mount. Please follow the instructions below for Wall Mounting The VIZIO P42 can now be mounted. Getting Started 3.1 - Preparing the Plasma for removing the base stand and adding the stand-off ...
.... 4. The POWER indicator on the back of the display. 4. Select input source for the Plasma TV, via either be kept on the top side of the back panel. 2. Secure both 42 mm stand-off screws in the screw holes on the base stand or mounted to the wall ...the back panel. The stand can either OSD menu or remote control. 5. The Plasma TV will fit evenly against a Plasma TV wall mount. Please follow the instructions below for Wall Mounting The VIZIO P42 can now be mounted. Getting Started 3.1 - Preparing the Plasma for removing the base stand and adding the stand-off ...
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... once for the next channel or hold the - Mute Press the MUTE button on the remote control to turn the sound on the front panel or remote control until the desired channel is reached. Adjusting Basic Plasma TV Settings Volume To increase the volume, press and hold it depressed until the desired level is...
... once for the next channel or hold the - Mute Press the MUTE button on the remote control to turn the sound on the front panel or remote control until the desired channel is reached. Adjusting Basic Plasma TV Settings Volume To increase the volume, press and hold it depressed until the desired level is...
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3.4 - Once the adjustment is selected, the Sub Menu of the OSD will change the setting of the Plasma TV can control all the function settings. The on the remote control to highlight the option you to exit the OSD. Use the c /d buttons on -screen display (OSD) allows you wish to adjust ...change to the Sub Menu of the page. 6. Press the SELECT button to return back to the settings even if the Plasma TV is selected. 1. Press the SELECT button on the remote control. Adjust the level or change to when the item is turned off. 3.4.1 - Use the e/f buttons on the ...
3.4 - Once the adjustment is selected, the Sub Menu of the OSD will change the setting of the Plasma TV can control all the function settings. The on the remote control to highlight the option you to exit the OSD. Use the c /d buttons on -screen display (OSD) allows you wish to adjust ...change to the Sub Menu of the page. 6. Press the SELECT button to return back to the settings even if the Plasma TV is selected. 1. Press the SELECT button on the remote control. Adjust the level or change to when the item is turned off. 3.4.1 - Use the e/f buttons on the ...
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...TV menu is highlighted. Press ► once again to accept the password. 7. If you want to back out of age) 14. Press the SELECT button again to enter "0000". Press the SELECT button again to block or unblock. Press the MENU button on the remote... 32 www.vizioce.com 3.4.3 - Using the Parental Controls The Parental Controls feature prevents viewers from the following ratings: • TV-Y (all children) • TV-Y7 (older children) • TV-G (general audience) • TV-PG (guidance suggested ) • PG-13 (Recommended for : • FV (fantasy violence) • V (violence...
...TV menu is highlighted. Press ► once again to accept the password. 7. If you want to back out of age) 14. Press the SELECT button again to enter "0000". Press the SELECT button again to block or unblock. Press the MENU button on the remote... 32 www.vizioce.com 3.4.3 - Using the Parental Controls The Parental Controls feature prevents viewers from the following ratings: • TV-Y (all children) • TV-Y7 (older children) • TV-G (general audience) • TV-PG (guidance suggested ) • PG-13 (Recommended for : • FV (fantasy violence) • V (violence...
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... and then press the and OK buttons. Use the number button pad to 0000. 4. Press the MENU button on the remote control and the Main Menu will be displayed on remote control. 3. A RESET ACCESS CODE message appears. Your password has been reset to enter a new four-digit password. To... change the password to select Password Edit. 6. Press the TV component button. 2. Version - 2/21/2005 33 www.vizioce.com Press f until ...
... and then press the and OK buttons. Use the number button pad to 0000. 4. Press the MENU button on the remote control and the Main Menu will be displayed on remote control. 3. A RESET ACCESS CODE message appears. Your password has been reset to enter a new four-digit password. To... change the password to select Password Edit. 6. Press the TV component button. 2. Version - 2/21/2005 33 www.vizioce.com Press f until ...
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... listed will only include limited functions. Press the TV button on the remote control. 3. Programming for programming your brand is entered. Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control You can program the remote control to four different components. Point the remote control at the VCR and press the POWER button... the component and manufacturer. 5. Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED LIGHT flashes twice. 4. Point the remote control at the TV and press the POWER button. If the code is accepted, the LED flashes twice after the last digit is not ...
... listed will only include limited functions. Press the TV button on the remote control. 3. Programming for programming your brand is entered. Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control You can program the remote control to four different components. Point the remote control at the VCR and press the POWER button... the component and manufacturer. 5. Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED LIGHT flashes twice. 4. Point the remote control at the TV and press the POWER button. If the code is accepted, the LED flashes twice after the last digit is not ...
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... list in the back of this book and enter it using the Number Buttons. Find the programming code for Component Codes", page 36. Point the remote control at the Cable Box and press the POWER button. If the codes do not work , or your brand is not listed, see "Searching ... the Number Buttons. Programming for Cable Box 1. Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED LIGHT flashes twice. 4. Press the CBL button on the remote control. 3. If the code is accepted, the LED flashes twice after the last digit is entered. Note: a) b) If your DVD Player does not respond, ...
... list in the back of this book and enter it using the Number Buttons. Find the programming code for Component Codes", page 36. Point the remote control at the Cable Box and press the POWER button. If the codes do not work , or your brand is not listed, see "Searching ... the Number Buttons. Programming for Cable Box 1. Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED LIGHT flashes twice. 4. Press the CBL button on the remote control. 3. If the code is accepted, the LED flashes twice after the last digit is entered. Note: a) b) If your DVD Player does not respond, ...
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..., satellite (SAT) and VCR component modes. Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED flashes twice. 3. The LED flashes twice. 3. See "Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control", page 34. 3.5.4 - For example, you are reassigning (AV2) once. Press and hold the SETUP button on . 2. The LED flashes twice. 3. ... the component button that you want (VCR) once, and then press the component button that you are using the remote to control the cable (CBL), CD, DVD, TV and two VCRs, you want to search for all components through the tuner (TNR). Use the volume lock if you...
..., satellite (SAT) and VCR component modes. Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED flashes twice. 3. The LED flashes twice. 3. See "Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control", page 34. 3.5.4 - For example, you are reassigning (AV2) once. Press and hold the SETUP button on . 2. The LED flashes twice. 3. ... the component button that you want (VCR) once, and then press the component button that you are using the remote to control the cable (CBL), CD, DVD, TV and two VCRs, you want to search for all components through the tuner (TNR). Use the volume lock if you...
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... of the cloth before cleaning the display. 2. The screen glass is removed from penetrating into the housing. For more information about the remote control, refer to gently clean the screen. 2. Version - 2/21/2005 37 www.vizioce.com Make sure that there are not any...Solution Check that the polarity of the power cable are not drained (use a soft cloth moistened with any obstacles between the remote control and the remote control window. Check that the signal cable is within the operating range. Check for cleaning. 2. Maintenance Important 1. Problem Power ...
... of the cloth before cleaning the display. 2. The screen glass is removed from penetrating into the housing. For more information about the remote control, refer to gently clean the screen. 2. Version - 2/21/2005 37 www.vizioce.com Make sure that there are not any...Solution Check that the polarity of the power cable are not drained (use a soft cloth moistened with any obstacles between the remote control and the remote control window. Check that the signal cable is within the operating range. Check for cleaning. 2. Maintenance Important 1. Problem Power ...