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...VIZIO HDTV High Definition Television. We recommend you register your VIZIO HDTV either at our website www.VIZIO.com or fill out and mail your new VIZIO VL260M television purchase. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of mind and to purchase a plan. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Dear VIZIO...ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS; ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 1 www.VIZIO.com TruSurround HD technology is a trademark of your support. We hope you for future reference. Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of enjoyment from SRS Labs, Inc. IMAGES USED...
...VIZIO HDTV High Definition Television. We recommend you register your VIZIO HDTV either at our website www.VIZIO.com or fill out and mail your new VIZIO VL260M television purchase. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of mind and to purchase a plan. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Dear VIZIO...ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS; ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 1 www.VIZIO.com TruSurround HD technology is a trademark of your support. We hope you for future reference. Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of enjoyment from SRS Labs, Inc. IMAGES USED...
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... area of important operating and servicing instructions in the back and bottom of your HDTV falls, it from the type of your HDTV. The manufacturer's warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations. ! VIZIO VL260M User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to persons. ! Read the following rules should be sure...
... area of important operating and servicing instructions in the back and bottom of your HDTV falls, it from the type of your HDTV. The manufacturer's warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations. ! VIZIO VL260M User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to persons. ! Read the following rules should be sure...
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... polarities may cause fire or electric shock ! Any other cables are unplugged before moving your HDTV. ! If any other voltage than the specified voltage may cause the batteries to repair your HDTV if any of time. VIZIO VL260M User Manual accompanying your HDTV, hold the power plug, not the cord. If any abnormality occurs. When your...
... polarities may cause fire or electric shock ! Any other cables are unplugged before moving your HDTV. ! If any other voltage than the specified voltage may cause the batteries to repair your HDTV if any of time. VIZIO VL260M User Manual accompanying your HDTV, hold the power plug, not the cord. If any abnormality occurs. When your...
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... Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits. VIZIO VL260M 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 wire ...
... Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits. VIZIO VL260M 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 wire ...
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...Information Administration) http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will be downloaded online at www.dtv.gov. After the switch, ...in learning more about the analog to receive over-the-air TV. Watch your local television stations may be complete on the sales floor. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required.
...Information Administration) http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will be downloaded online at www.dtv.gov. After the switch, ...in learning more about the analog to receive over-the-air TV. Watch your local television stations may be complete on the sales floor. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required.
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VIZIO VL260M User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 Television Antenna Connection Protection 4 Advisory of the DTV Transition...5 Opening the Package ...8 TV Setup and Stand Assembly ...9 Setting Up Your HDTV ...10 Wall Mounting your HDTV ...10 CHAPTER 1 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 11 Front Panel ...11 Side Panel Controls...11 Rear Panel Connections...12 VIZIO...22 Optical Output of audio received with HD Programs 23 Connecting a Computer...23 Preset PC Resolutions...24 Resolution through RGB Input...24 CHAPTER 3 USING YOUR HDTV THE FIRST TIME 25 Setup Wizard ...25...
VIZIO VL260M User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 Television Antenna Connection Protection 4 Advisory of the DTV Transition...5 Opening the Package ...8 TV Setup and Stand Assembly ...9 Setting Up Your HDTV ...10 Wall Mounting your HDTV ...10 CHAPTER 1 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 11 Front Panel ...11 Side Panel Controls...11 Rear Panel Connections...12 VIZIO...22 Optical Output of audio received with HD Programs 23 Connecting a Computer...23 Preset PC Resolutions...24 Resolution through RGB Input...24 CHAPTER 3 USING YOUR HDTV THE FIRST TIME 25 Setup Wizard ...25...
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VIZIO VL260M User Manual Backlight ...27 Brightness ...27 Contrast ...27 Color...27 Tint ...27 Sharpness...27 Advanced Video...27 Reset Picture Mode ...27 Audio Menu ...27 Equalizer ...27 Balance ...... TROUBLESHOOTING 27 Maintenance ...27 Troubleshooting Guide ...27 Telephone & Technical Support ...27 Compliance...27 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 27 SPECIFICATIONS 27 LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY 27 VIZIO RETURN POLICY 27 INDEX ...27 Version 5/29/2009 7 www...
VIZIO VL260M User Manual Backlight ...27 Brightness ...27 Contrast ...27 Color...27 Tint ...27 Sharpness...27 Advanced Video...27 Reset Picture Mode ...27 Audio Menu ...27 Equalizer ...27 Balance ...... TROUBLESHOOTING 27 Maintenance ...27 Troubleshooting Guide ...27 Telephone & Technical Support ...27 Compliance...27 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 27 SPECIFICATIONS 27 LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY 27 VIZIO RETURN POLICY 27 INDEX ...27 Version 5/29/2009 7 www...
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... the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. Extra or replacement remote control VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for the remote control (2) ! VIZIO VL260M User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that has been designed to protect it from...
... the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. Extra or replacement remote control VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for the remote control (2) ! VIZIO VL260M User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that has been designed to protect it from...
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...the foam end caps. 2. Slide the stand base onto the stand neck (already connected to TV) Stand Base Version 5/29/2009 9 www.VIZIO.com Bottom view Vizio TV (back) Stand Neck (already attached to TV). 2. Note: Make sure that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight...position. Remove the stand from getting scratched. On the bottom of the base, insert the thumb screw and tighten. TV Setup and Stand Assembly VIZIO VL260M User Manual Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of debris to prevent the TV screen from the bottom foam end cap. 4. To ...
...the foam end caps. 2. Slide the stand base onto the stand neck (already connected to TV) Stand Base Version 5/29/2009 9 www.VIZIO.com Bottom view Vizio TV (back) Stand Neck (already attached to TV). 2. Note: Make sure that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight...position. Remove the stand from getting scratched. On the bottom of the base, insert the thumb screw and tighten. TV Setup and Stand Assembly VIZIO VL260M User Manual Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of debris to prevent the TV screen from the bottom foam end cap. 4. To ...
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... the wall, see below . 1. Use the included power cord. Install your HDTV to prevent poor ventilation and excessive component damage. Attach your HDTV in the back panel of the electronic components. ! If you choose to the screen. b. Contact VIZIO for additional information. ! Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Setting Up Your...
... the wall, see below . 1. Use the included power cord. Install your HDTV to prevent poor ventilation and excessive component damage. Attach your HDTV in the back panel of the electronic components. ! If you choose to the screen. b. Contact VIZIO for additional information. ! Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Setting Up Your...
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... signal. Side Panel Controls HEADPHONE - Connect your headphones here for the best response to the beginning. ! VIZIO VL260M User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- POWER ( ) - CH !/" - Use these buttons to turn the HDTV off . If a sub-menu is active, these buttons function as up or down controls in the...
... signal. Side Panel Controls HEADPHONE - Connect your headphones here for the best response to the beginning. ! VIZIO VL260M User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- POWER ( ) - CH !/" - Use these buttons to turn the HDTV off . If a sub-menu is active, these buttons function as up or down controls in the...
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... set top box through this signal. 4. DTV/TV - Connect to a DVI enabled device, use . For digital TV stations in your home theater system. 12 www.VIZIO.com S-VIDEO/AV - For users who want to connect to an antenna or digital cable (not a cable box) for viewing, the audio associated with Audio... video devices, such as a DVD Player or set top box through this all digital connector. 3. Connect component video devices such as a VCR or video game. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Rear Panel Connections 1. For service technician use only. 2.
... set top box through this signal. 4. DTV/TV - Connect to a DVI enabled device, use . For digital TV stations in your home theater system. 12 www.VIZIO.com S-VIDEO/AV - For users who want to connect to an antenna or digital cable (not a cable box) for viewing, the audio associated with Audio... video devices, such as a DVD Player or set top box through this all digital connector. 3. Connect component video devices such as a VCR or video game. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Rear Panel Connections 1. For service technician use only. 2.
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... the previously viewed channel. This button turns the volume up or down . The sequence will go through the input sources in sequence. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Version 5/29/2009 13 www.VIZIO.com Press the button to turn the TV on and off or on the screen and option settings to select the Component...
... the previously viewed channel. This button turns the volume up or down . The sequence will go through the input sources in sequence. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Version 5/29/2009 13 www.VIZIO.com Press the button to turn the TV on and off or on the screen and option settings to select the Component...
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...striking or dropping it with a volatile solvent. Dispose of the batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Insertion of Batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. ! Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the receiver... window. Re-attach the battery cover. Do not mix new and old batteries. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should...
...striking or dropping it with a volatile solvent. Dispose of the batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Insertion of Batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. ! Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the receiver... window. Re-attach the battery cover. Do not mix new and old batteries. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should...
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The VIZIO HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most commonly used for digital displays. Connect a digital or analog antenna cable or coaxial cable to the Quick Start Guide Version 5/29/2009 15 www.VIZIO.com All three video signals are transmitted via three ... than composite video and S-video because the three video signals are combined into two channels, S-Video provides a sharper image than Component or S-Video. Component - VIZIO VL260M User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use?
The VIZIO HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most commonly used for digital displays. Connect a digital or analog antenna cable or coaxial cable to the Quick Start Guide Version 5/29/2009 15 www.VIZIO.com All three video signals are transmitted via three ... than composite video and S-video because the three video signals are combined into two channels, S-Video provides a sharper image than Component or S-Video. Component - VIZIO VL260M User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use?
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...849-4623) for added security and protection. Turn on the back of the HDTV for more information about the video output requirements or consult your cable or satellite operator. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box You have an HDMI digital interface should ...be connected to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Based on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Using ...
...849-4623) for added security and protection. Turn on the back of the HDTV for more information about the video output requirements or consult your cable or satellite operator. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box You have an HDMI digital interface should ...be connected to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Based on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Using ...
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.... Using an audio cable, connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with DVI VIZIO VL260M User Manual SET TOP BOX 1. Turn off your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. Version 5/29/2009 17 www.VIZIO.com The HDMI input on the remote control. Refer to the HDMI 2 input on...
.... Using an audio cable, connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with DVI VIZIO VL260M User Manual SET TOP BOX 1. Turn off your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. Version 5/29/2009 17 www.VIZIO.com The HDMI input on the remote control. Refer to the HDMI 2 input on...
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... the TV button on the back of your HDTV. 3. Turn off your HDTV and set -top box to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Using S-Video (Better) SET TOP BOX 1. Connect the S-VIDEO cable from your HDTV and set -top box to the HDTV. 4. Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Good) SET TOP BOX 1. Turn...
... the TV button on the back of your HDTV. 3. Turn off your HDTV and set -top box to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Using S-Video (Better) SET TOP BOX 1. Connect the S-VIDEO cable from your HDTV and set -top box to the HDTV. 4. Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Good) SET TOP BOX 1. Turn...
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...Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your VCR to the HDTV. 2. Turn on the remote control. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the back of the HDTV. 3. Connecting Coaxial (RF) VIZIO VL260M User Manual Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard TV or Digital... TV) CABLE BOX 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV. 4. Turn on the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA ...
...Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your VCR to the HDTV. 2. Turn on the remote control. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the back of the HDTV. 3. Connecting Coaxial (RF) VIZIO VL260M User Manual Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard TV or Digital... TV) CABLE BOX 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV. 4. Turn on the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA ...
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VIZIO VL260M User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI should be connected to the HDMI input on your HDTV. CD DVD 1. Connect a HDMI cable to your DVD player. 5. Select HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly ... 15, and 30 foot lengths. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. HDMI Connections for details. 20 www.VIZIO.com Turn off your DVD player. 4. Turn on the back of the HDTV. 3. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for DVD Players with DVI CD...
VIZIO VL260M User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI should be connected to the HDMI input on your HDTV. CD DVD 1. Connect a HDMI cable to your DVD player. 5. Select HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly ... 15, and 30 foot lengths. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. HDMI Connections for details. 20 www.VIZIO.com Turn off your DVD player. 4. Turn on the back of the HDTV. 3. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for DVD Players with DVI CD...
