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...THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS; BRAVO, VIZIO AND THE V LOGO AND WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC. Visit our website or call toll free at our website www.VIZIO.com or fill in your set, please read these instructions ... plans give additional coverage during the standard warranty period. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. For peace of your new VIZIO VF550XVT1A High Definition LCD Television purchase. Thank you will experience many years of Dolby Laboratories. Write down the serial number located on your HDTV....
...THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS; BRAVO, VIZIO AND THE V LOGO AND WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC. Visit our website or call toll free at our website www.VIZIO.com or fill in your set, please read these instructions ... plans give additional coverage during the standard warranty period. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. For peace of your new VIZIO VF550XVT1A High Definition LCD Television purchase. Thank you will experience many years of Dolby Laboratories. Write down the serial number located on your HDTV....
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... or Cable through RGB (15-Pin VGA) Input 32! Connecting Your DVD Player...24! Connecting a PC (Computer) ...31! Chapter 3 Setting Up to confirm your VCR 23! Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ...41! Audio Mode ...48! Right-Side Panel Connection ...12!...! Front Panel...10! Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...33! Speakers ...50! Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for TV ...23! Using S-Video (AV1) ...27! Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment ...18! Backlight ...42! Digital Audio Out...49! Using Component Video...21! VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Table of Contents ...
... or Cable through RGB (15-Pin VGA) Input 32! Connecting Your DVD Player...24! Connecting a PC (Computer) ...31! Chapter 3 Setting Up to confirm your VCR 23! Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ...41! Audio Mode ...48! Right-Side Panel Connection ...12!...! Front Panel...10! Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...33! Speakers ...50! Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for TV ...23! Using S-Video (AV1) ...27! Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment ...18! Backlight ...42! Digital Audio Out...49! Using Component Video...21! VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Table of Contents ...
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... Miscellaneous Information ...87! Component Program Codes...94! French Canadian Rating...70! Reset All Settings ...72! Standard Definitions ...88! Daylight Saving...57! Sleep Timer ...61! DTV / TV Input Parental Control ...66! H/V Position and Size ...73! Picture Mode ...75!...Radio Interference Statement...86! Block Unrated Programming...71! Auto Adjust ...75! Glossary - Version 1/12/2009 9 www.VIZIO.com Tuner Mode ...55! DTV / TV Input Setup ...58! Video Input Parental Control ...74! US Movie Rating...69! PC (Computer) Input Picture Adjustment...
... Miscellaneous Information ...87! Component Program Codes...94! French Canadian Rating...70! Reset All Settings ...72! Standard Definitions ...88! Daylight Saving...57! Sleep Timer ...61! DTV / TV Input Parental Control ...66! H/V Position and Size ...73! Picture Mode ...75!...Radio Interference Statement...86! Block Unrated Programming...71! Auto Adjust ...75! Glossary - Version 1/12/2009 9 www.VIZIO.com Tuner Mode ...55! DTV / TV Input Setup ...58! Video Input Parental Control ...74! US Movie Rating...69! PC (Computer) Input Picture Adjustment...
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.... 2. HDMI 2 - Connect the video and audio from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 4. The yellow color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 3. Connect the third source for S-Video devices, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this all digital connector. 8. Connect...
.... 2. HDMI 2 - Connect the video and audio from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 4. The yellow color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 3. Connect the third source for S-Video devices, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this all digital connector. 8. Connect...
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..., such as a VCR or video game. From top to your home theatre system. Do not plug any other USB device into this all digital connector. 4. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual 11. Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from www.../Cr with the programming will be connected directly to an external device, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this port. From left to connect the external video from the LCD HDTV to here. (OPTICAL) When the DTV input is selected for right audio. 12. AV2 - Note: The red...
..., such as a VCR or video game. From top to your home theatre system. Do not plug any other USB device into this all digital connector. 4. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual 11. Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from www.../Cr with the programming will be connected directly to an external device, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this port. From left to connect the external video from the LCD HDTV to here. (OPTICAL) When the DTV input is selected for right audio. 12. AV2 - Note: The red...
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...the user to select a channel or enter a password. VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is not working with your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. SET - Press it again to return to operate the VIZIO HDTV. 1 thru 0 - This button selects a ... are explained on from the Standby mode. This button selects a programmed cable TV set-top box or a satellite TV set the functions back to four different devices. INPUT - Version 1/12/2009 13 www.VIZIO.com This button starts all programming of main and sub-channels. Blinks when ...
...the user to select a channel or enter a password. VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is not working with your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. SET - Press it again to return to operate the VIZIO HDTV. 1 thru 0 - This button selects a ... are explained on from the Standby mode. This button selects a programmed cable TV set-top box or a satellite TV set the functions back to four different devices. INPUT - Version 1/12/2009 13 www.VIZIO.com This button starts all programming of main and sub-channels. Blinks when ...
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...white information and the other containing the color information. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? Good (analog) Black DTV Coaxial RF. The video signal is the most commonly used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. Good (analog) Yellow ... only industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, or A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over S-Video ...
...white information and the other containing the color information. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? Good (analog) Black DTV Coaxial RF. The video signal is the most commonly used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. Good (analog) Yellow ... only industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, or A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over S-Video ...
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...HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Version 1/12/2009 19 www.VIZIO.com Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Select HDMI using the HDMI1 input for another component, or you do not want to use... Box to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Length is available up to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn on the LCD TV supports High...
...HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Version 1/12/2009 19 www.VIZIO.com Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Select HDMI using the HDMI1 input for another component, or you do not want to use... Box to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Length is available up to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn on the LCD TV supports High...
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...VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your HDTV Set-...Top Box and the HDMI end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. The LCD TV will recognize the DVI connection and obtain audio information from the audio connectors near HDMI2 input...
...VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your HDTV Set-...Top Box and the HDMI end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. The LCD TV will recognize the DVI connection and obtain audio information from the audio connectors near HDMI2 input...
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... of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 6. Version 1/12/2009 21 www.VIZIO.com Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end ...to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors),...
... of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 6. Version 1/12/2009 21 www.VIZIO.com Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end ...to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors),...
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...requirements of the LCD HDTV. Version 1/12/2009 31 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and PC Computer. 5. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB output of the LCD HDTV. 4. For a better picture quality when connecting a pc computer through RGB PC, set your pc ... is capable of an output of 1920x1080 at 60Hz resolution when using the INPUT button on Section 2.7.2 of this User's Manual by way of the LCD HDTV. 3. Note: ! ! ! Connecting a PC (Computer) 1. Refer to you on the remote or side of the product. Select RGB using the parameters and...
...requirements of the LCD HDTV. Version 1/12/2009 31 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and PC Computer. 5. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB output of the LCD HDTV. 4. For a better picture quality when connecting a pc computer through RGB PC, set your pc ... is capable of an output of 1920x1080 at 60Hz resolution when using the INPUT button on Section 2.7.2 of this User's Manual by way of the LCD HDTV. 3. Note: ! ! ! Connecting a PC (Computer) 1. Refer to you on the remote or side of the product. Select RGB using the parameters and...
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...The following timing 136.5MHz. Also see the table below for the factory preset resolutions. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set up the display: Parameters Address Front Porch Sync Width Back Porch Total Frequency Sync Polarity ... 27 1111 60 Hz P 32 www.VIZIO.com Please see chart in Section 2.7.2, for questions on how to set this connection using the following parameters are often the values required by the VGA Card Manufacturer), your TV set is equipped to set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for...
...The following timing 136.5MHz. Also see the table below for the factory preset resolutions. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set up the display: Parameters Address Front Porch Sync Width Back Porch Total Frequency Sync Polarity ... 27 1111 60 Hz P 32 www.VIZIO.com Please see chart in Section 2.7.2, for questions on how to set this connection using the following parameters are often the values required by the VGA Card Manufacturer), your TV set is equipped to set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for...
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... will be displayed. Press the OK button on the TV, the Initial Setup screen will be displayed. Note: Retail Mode uses the "Vivid" picture setting. Initial Setup After powering on the remote to go...button to accept the Home Mode or press the " button to Watch Television Basic LCD HDTV Start Up 1. The Mode Setting screen will come up. Please press the OK button on the back of the ... Power button on display under high ambient lighting. Chapter 3 Setting Up to select the Retail Mode. Version 1/12/2009 33 www.VIZIO.com Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the next...
... will be displayed. Press the OK button on the TV, the Initial Setup screen will be displayed. Note: Retail Mode uses the "Vivid" picture setting. Initial Setup After powering on the remote to go...button to accept the Home Mode or press the " button to Watch Television Basic LCD HDTV Start Up 1. The Mode Setting screen will come up. Please press the OK button on the back of the ... Power button on display under high ambient lighting. Chapter 3 Setting Up to select the Retail Mode. Version 1/12/2009 33 www.VIZIO.com Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the next...
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VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual If Retail Mode is selected, a second Mode Setting screen will be displayed, advising you of an Antenna or Cable to the ...to highlight Skip Scan and then press the OK button. Note: You can scan channels at this point, if a Set-Top Box from your Cable or Satellite Service Company or equipment other than a direct connection of energy saving potential. The ... not want to scan for available channels to the Menu and select the Auto Search option in the TV menu. 34 www.VIZIO.com Press the OK button on the remote control to switch to Home Mode, or press the "...
VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual If Retail Mode is selected, a second Mode Setting screen will be displayed, advising you of an Antenna or Cable to the ...to highlight Skip Scan and then press the OK button. Note: You can scan channels at this point, if a Set-Top Box from your Cable or Satellite Service Company or equipment other than a direct connection of energy saving potential. The ... not want to scan for available channels to the Menu and select the Auto Search option in the TV menu. 34 www.VIZIO.com Press the OK button on the remote control to switch to Home Mode, or press the "...
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...CH+/CH- Please refer to the following procedures to display programs from a signal source (External Set Top Box, VCR, Cable Box or Satellite Receiver), using high definition made TV sets. Select the correct input connection. Make the physical connection or hook up. If the selected ... has been selected on the TV. RF (DTV/TV) connector, Composite (Yellow, Red and White) connectors, Component (Red, Green, Blue plus Red and White) connectors, HDMI connectors or Separate-Video (S-Video) plus Red and White connectors (if applicable). c. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Pressing this button...
...CH+/CH- Please refer to the following procedures to display programs from a signal source (External Set Top Box, VCR, Cable Box or Satellite Receiver), using high definition made TV sets. Select the correct input connection. Make the physical connection or hook up. If the selected ... has been selected on the TV. RF (DTV/TV) connector, Composite (Yellow, Red and White) connectors, Component (Red, Green, Blue plus Red and White) connectors, HDMI connectors or Separate-Video (S-Video) plus Red and White connectors (if applicable). c. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Pressing this button...
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... Press the OK button to highlight Color Temperature. Press the " button to scroll down to select. f. Version 1/12/2009 37 www.VIZIO.com The Picture option will bring up the picture mode menu. Press the OK button to the Daylight Saving option. e. Press either #... completed. Press the Menu key, this will be highlighted. 6. Press either # or $button to select c. Fine Tuning your TV display: a. button to optimize your TV set for Home Use. e. After completing Procedure 4 or Procedure 5, please follow the steps below to highlight Time Zone. button to ...
... Press the OK button to highlight Color Temperature. Press the " button to scroll down to select. f. Version 1/12/2009 37 www.VIZIO.com The Picture option will bring up the picture mode menu. Press the OK button to the Daylight Saving option. e. Press either #... completed. Press the Menu key, this will be highlighted. 6. Press either # or $button to select c. Fine Tuning your TV display: a. button to optimize your TV set for Home Use. e. After completing Procedure 4 or Procedure 5, please follow the steps below to highlight Time Zone. button to ...
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... pressing the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Watching a TV Program Before you start watching TV, please verify that all cables or antenna connections are watching broadcasts through a cable or satellite set -top box connected by a Component (YPbPr) cable, select Component directly by pressing the...
... pressing the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Watching a TV Program Before you start watching TV, please verify that all cables or antenna connections are watching broadcasts through a cable or satellite set -top box connected by a Component (YPbPr) cable, select Component directly by pressing the...
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... MENU button on the input mode in different size modes on the remote will only operate in that mode. d. button on the side of the LCD HDTV or remote control until the desired channel is reached. button on the side of the HDTV or remote control once for the next or... 1/12/2009 39 www.VIZIO.com Pressing CH+ or CH- Press the OK button to select among the modes. Repeatedly pressing the WIDE button on the HDTV. Press the " button and scroll down will cycle through the available TV channels, press the CH+ or CH- Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings Volume To adjust the...
... MENU button on the input mode in different size modes on the remote will only operate in that mode. d. button on the side of the LCD HDTV or remote control until the desired channel is reached. button on the side of the HDTV or remote control once for the next or... 1/12/2009 39 www.VIZIO.com Pressing CH+ or CH- Press the OK button to select among the modes. Repeatedly pressing the WIDE button on the HDTV. Press the " button and scroll down will cycle through the available TV channels, press the CH+ or CH- Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings Volume To adjust the...
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... vary depending on the remote control or the CH + or CH - button on the selected input source. button on the side of the TV to change the global settings of the Picture or Audio modes, or to enter the sub-menus of the menu options: Once the menu option is displayed, press... the # or $ button on the screen. Version 1/12/2009 41 www.VIZIO.com button on the side of the HDTV to enter the sub-menus of the TV...
... vary depending on the remote control or the CH + or CH - button on the selected input source. button on the side of the TV to change the global settings of the Picture or Audio modes, or to enter the sub-menus of the menu options: Once the menu option is displayed, press... the # or $ button on the screen. Version 1/12/2009 41 www.VIZIO.com button on the side of the HDTV to enter the sub-menus of the TV...
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VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Picture Adjustment Picture Mode When the MENU button is the default. Use the... and this affects the overall brilliance of programs. Press the OK button to viewing those type of the picture. These global settings use different values for details). Use the # or $ button to choose from Custom, Standard, Movie, Game, Vivid, ...level in darker parts of the picture and if the brightness is too low you to set them to exit the OSD completely. 42 www.VIZIO.com Backlight Press the " button to highlight the Brightness selection. Once the adjustments are...
VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Picture Adjustment Picture Mode When the MENU button is the default. Use the... and this affects the overall brilliance of programs. Press the OK button to viewing those type of the picture. These global settings use different values for details). Use the # or $ button to choose from Custom, Standard, Movie, Game, Vivid, ...level in darker parts of the picture and if the brightness is too low you to set them to exit the OSD completely. 42 www.VIZIO.com Backlight Press the " button to highlight the Brightness selection. Once the adjustments are...