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VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to earth in the building installation. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it is left ...unattended or unused for long periods of an extra converter box. 4 www.VIZIO.com Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or ...
VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to earth in the building installation. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it is left ...unattended or unused for long periods of an extra converter box. 4 www.VIZIO.com Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or ...
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...) or www.VIZIO.com. VIZIO offers professional installation services. If you have a solid wall you must not be installed on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for TV. If you would like to mount your LCD HDTV for more... The Safety Strap should use the power cord designated for additional information. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Additional certified accessories sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for viewing. Attaching the ...
...) or www.VIZIO.com. VIZIO offers professional installation services. If you have a solid wall you must not be installed on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for TV. If you would like to mount your LCD HDTV for more... The Safety Strap should use the power cord designated for additional information. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Additional certified accessories sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for viewing. Attaching the ...
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...metric M8, 1.25mm pitch. Version 1/12/2009 7 www.VIZIO.com Unplug all cables from the HDTV. 2. Remove the total of your specific mount to properly hang your TV. Place your HDTV face down on the wall for viewing. The TV can either be kept on the stand base or mounted ...on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the TV. 3. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Preparing your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VF550XVT1A can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the mounting holes in the center of the back panel of...
...metric M8, 1.25mm pitch. Version 1/12/2009 7 www.VIZIO.com Unplug all cables from the HDTV. 2. Remove the total of your specific mount to properly hang your TV. Place your HDTV face down on the wall for viewing. The TV can either be kept on the stand base or mounted ...on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the TV. 3. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Preparing your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VF550XVT1A can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the mounting holes in the center of the back panel of...
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...Picture Mode ...47! Balance...49! DTV / TV Tuner Setup...52! Setup Wizard ...52! Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment ...18! Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box ...19! Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...33! Backlight ...42!...TV Program ...38! Sharpness ...44! Insertion of Audio received with HD Programs 30! Optical Output of Batteries in the Remote Control ...16! Audio Adjustment ...48! Speakers ...50! Using S-Video (AV1) ...27! Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections ...10! Connecting an external Receiver/Amp ...30! Digital Audio Out...49! VIZIO VF550XVT1A...
...Picture Mode ...47! Balance...49! DTV / TV Tuner Setup...52! Setup Wizard ...52! Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment ...18! Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box ...19! Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...33! Backlight ...42!...TV Program ...38! Sharpness ...44! Insertion of Audio received with HD Programs 30! Optical Output of Batteries in the Remote Control ...16! Audio Adjustment ...48! Speakers ...50! Using S-Video (AV1) ...27! Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections ...10! Connecting an external Receiver/Amp ...30! Digital Audio Out...49! VIZIO VF550XVT1A...
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...POSITION OPTIONS ...77! H-SIZE ...77! PC Input Setup ...78! Chapter 5 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 80! Troubleshooting Guide ...83! Telephone & Technical Support ...85! Chapter 7...80! FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...86! Standard Definitions ...88! DTV / TV Input Parental Control ...66! Programming for DVD Player ...81! Programming for Cable or...US Movie Rating...69! Programming for Audio Amp/Receiver ...81! Tuner Mode ...55! Auto Search...55! Language ...58! CC (Closed Caption) ...63! Rating Enable ...67!...
...POSITION OPTIONS ...77! H-SIZE ...77! PC Input Setup ...78! Chapter 5 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 80! Troubleshooting Guide ...83! Telephone & Technical Support ...85! Chapter 7...80! FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...86! Standard Definitions ...88! DTV / TV Input Parental Control ...66! Programming for DVD Player ...81! Programming for Cable or...US Movie Rating...69! Programming for Audio Amp/Receiver ...81! Tuner Mode ...55! Auto Search...55! Language ...58! CC (Closed Caption) ...63! Rating Enable ...67!...
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... and right controls in the following sequence: TV, AV1, AV2 (S-Video), Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, HDMI4 and HDMI5. Once you have stepped through the input sources in the OSD menus. 10 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections... Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing this button steps through the entire sequence,...
... and right controls in the following sequence: TV, AV1, AV2 (S-Video), Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, HDMI4 and HDMI5. Once you have stepped through the input sources in the OSD menus. 10 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections... Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing this button steps through the entire sequence,...
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... digital cable (no Cable Box) for S-Video devices, such as a VCR or video game. HDMI 4 - Connect the primary source for Digital TV.* * For digital TV stations in your area visit www.antennaweb.org. 7. The white color band on the rear of the device to connect the external audio from...such as a VCR or video game or Camcorder. AUDIO IN - (ANALOG L/R) Connect the associated audio from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 4. HDMI 1 - HDMI 2 - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top...
... digital cable (no Cable Box) for S-Video devices, such as a VCR or video game. HDMI 4 - Connect the primary source for Digital TV.* * For digital TV stations in your area visit www.antennaweb.org. 7. The white color band on the rear of the device to connect the external audio from...such as a VCR or video game or Camcorder. AUDIO IN - (ANALOG L/R) Connect the associated audio from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 4. HDMI 1 - HDMI 2 - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top...
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... System. This button allows the user to the Standby mode. Version 1/12/2009 13 www.VIZIO.com CABLE - TV - The DASH button is not working with your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. The remote button functions are explained on from...the separation of the Remote Control. Blinks when the remote operates. Use these buttons to operate the VIZIO HDTV. 1 thru 0 - Remote LED - When selecting a digital channel directly use this button to TV. POWER - This button starts all programming of main and sub-channels. INPUT - For example,...
... System. This button allows the user to the Standby mode. Version 1/12/2009 13 www.VIZIO.com CABLE - TV - The DASH button is not working with your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. The remote button functions are explained on from...the separation of the Remote Control. Blinks when the remote operates. Use these buttons to operate the VIZIO HDTV. 1 thru 0 - Remote LED - When selecting a digital channel directly use this button to TV. POWER - This button starts all programming of main and sub-channels. INPUT - For example,...
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... button will operate the Satellite Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote. Repeated pressing of Stereo, SAP or Mono in standard TV mode and alternate audio channels, where available, in 30-minute increments up to match your Satellite Box has been entered, this button will operate... page 61 for PIP Input combinations. When used to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer in DTV mode. Version 1/12/2009 15 www.VIZIO.com Press this button is selected as this button will switch between AV1 and AV2 inputs. B/P.SIZE - D/P.CH - The options are 4:3 and 16...
... button will operate the Satellite Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote. Repeated pressing of Stereo, SAP or Mono in standard TV mode and alternate audio channels, where available, in 30-minute increments up to match your Satellite Box has been entered, this button will operate... page 61 for PIP Input combinations. When used to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer in DTV mode. Version 1/12/2009 15 www.VIZIO.com Press this button is selected as this button will switch between AV1 and AV2 inputs. B/P.SIZE - D/P.CH - The options are 4:3 and 16...
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...damp cloth. Do not attempt to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it with a volatile solvent. Version 1/12/2009 17 www.VIZIO.com Wipe it . Wipe the display with fresh batteries. Remote Control Range Point the remote control at all, check the batteries. If the ...for a long period of the receiver window, 30° to transmit the commands. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from penetrating into a fire. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at the remote control sensor ...
...damp cloth. Do not attempt to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it with a volatile solvent. Version 1/12/2009 17 www.VIZIO.com Wipe it . Wipe the display with fresh batteries. Remote Control Range Point the remote control at all, check the batteries. If the ...for a long period of the receiver window, 30° to transmit the commands. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from penetrating into a fire. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at the remote control sensor ...
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... in color. Good (analog) Yellow and Side of TV Component 1/2 - The complete video signal is separated into three signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other two containing the color information. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should...For more information, please refer to be displayed more sharply. It also enables text to the Quick Start Guide 18 www.VIZIO.com This is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information...
... in color. Good (analog) Yellow and Side of TV Component 1/2 - The complete video signal is separated into three signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other two containing the color information. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should...For more information, please refer to be displayed more sharply. It also enables text to the Quick Start Guide 18 www.VIZIO.com This is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information...
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...Top Box to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 1/12/2009 19 www.VIZIO.com Note: ! ! ! If you do not want to your cable or ...satellite operator. Refer to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Length is available up to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top...
...Top Box to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 1/12/2009 19 www.VIZIO.com Note: ! ! ! If you do not want to your cable or ...satellite operator. Refer to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Length is available up to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top...
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... to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: 1. Turn on the power to the HDMI2 Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the... Set-Top Box. 2. The HDMI input on the remote or side of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. 20 www.VIZIO.com The LCD TV will recognize the DVI connection and obtain audio information from the audio connectors near HDMI2 input. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI ...
... to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: 1. Turn on the power to the HDMI2 Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the... Set-Top Box. 2. The HDMI input on the remote or side of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. 20 www.VIZIO.com The LCD TV will recognize the DVI connection and obtain audio information from the audio connectors near HDMI2 input. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI ...
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... you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Select Component 1 using the Component...LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Version 1/12/2009 21 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to you can connect the Set-Top Box to you when viewing from the rear of the TV...) at the rear of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD...
... you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Select Component 1 using the Component...LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Version 1/12/2009 21 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to you can connect the Set-Top Box to you when viewing from the rear of the TV...) at the rear of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD...
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... remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Not all areas. Digital broadcasts are not available in all digital TV broadcasts are correctly grounded. 22 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF...
... remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Not all areas. Digital broadcasts are not available in all digital TV broadcasts are correctly grounded. 22 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF...
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...off the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 4. Version 1/12/2009 23 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. Turn on the Remote Control. Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by... pressing the TV button on the remote or side...
...off the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 4. Version 1/12/2009 23 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. Turn on the Remote Control. Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by... pressing the TV button on the remote or side...
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...the HDMI2 Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn on your DVD player and the HDMI end to...of the LCD HDTV. 4. If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product. The LCD TV will recognize...LCD HDTV and your DVD player user manual for the DVD Player, you can connect the DVD player to use the HDMI 2 input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD... HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. Note: ! ! Refer to the LCD HDTV and DVD player...
...the HDMI2 Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn on your DVD player and the HDMI end to...of the LCD HDTV. 4. If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product. The LCD TV will recognize...LCD HDTV and your DVD player user manual for the DVD Player, you can connect the DVD player to use the HDMI 2 input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD... HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. Note: ! ! Refer to the LCD HDTV and DVD player...
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... DVD player to the Component 2 connections on your DVD player to your DVD player to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. row of connectors nearest to the corresponding PbCb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Select .... 5. If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the COMP button on your DVD Player (Better): 1. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player and connect the other end to you when viewing from ...
... DVD player to the Component 2 connections on your DVD player to your DVD player to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. row of connectors nearest to the corresponding PbCb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Select .... 5. If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the COMP button on your DVD Player (Better): 1. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player and connect the other end to you when viewing from ...
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... matter what input is not amplified and cannot be routed through your Receiver/Amp system. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Press $ select Off so that the sound from the TV will now be connected directly to external speakers. This is active when receiving audio with ...HD Programs If your Receiver/Amp user manual to the optical DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. Refer to your sound...
... matter what input is not amplified and cannot be routed through your Receiver/Amp system. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Press $ select Off so that the sound from the TV will now be connected directly to external speakers. This is active when receiving audio with ...HD Programs If your Receiver/Amp user manual to the optical DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. Refer to your sound...
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... P P 136.50 NOTES: N = Negative, P = Positive, * = In DOS Mode only, ** = Primary Mode. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for better picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user... (Pixels) 1920 32 32 64 2048 66.7 kHz P 136.5 60 Vertical Values (Lines) 1080 1 3 27 1111 60 Hz P 32 www.VIZIO.com Resolution (1920x1080) through RGB PC input when video card supports 1920x1080 resolution. Mode Resolution No. Please see chart in Section 2.7.2, for the factory ...
... P P 136.50 NOTES: N = Negative, P = Positive, * = In DOS Mode only, ** = Primary Mode. VIZIO VF550XVT1A User Manual Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for better picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user... (Pixels) 1920 32 32 64 2048 66.7 kHz P 136.5 60 Vertical Values (Lines) 1080 1 3 27 1111 60 Hz P 32 www.VIZIO.com Resolution (1920x1080) through RGB PC input when video card supports 1920x1080 resolution. Mode Resolution No. Please see chart in Section 2.7.2, for the factory ...