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... 1 www.VIZIO.com IMAGES USED ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. TruSurround HD technology is incorporated under license from Dolby Laboratories. BRAVO, VIZIO AND THE V LOGO AND WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC. These...) 668-8462 or e-mail us to protect your new VIZIO VL260M television purchase. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on the back of your HDTV, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain...
... 1 www.VIZIO.com IMAGES USED ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. TruSurround HD technology is incorporated under license from Dolby Laboratories. BRAVO, VIZIO AND THE V LOGO AND WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC. These...) 668-8462 or e-mail us to protect your new VIZIO VL260M television purchase. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on the back of your HDTV, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain...
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... only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with your HDTV. ! When a cart is used, use a liquid or a spray cleaner for ventilation. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to protect it can injure a person and cause serious damage to a power outlet, power...
... only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with your HDTV. ! When a cart is used, use a liquid or a spray cleaner for ventilation. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to protect it can injure a person and cause serious damage to a power outlet, power...
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... moisture. Insert batteries in environments with heavy dust or high humidity. o Your HDTV is damaged, the internal components may cause fire or electric shock. ! Version 5/29/2009 3 www.VIZIO.com Continued use in any abnormality occurs. To reduce risk of time. Incorrect ...period of your HDTV away from damage due to repair or service your HDTV and easily accessible. ! Ensure that the power cord and any object drops into your HDTV, unplug the power cord and contact your HDTV. ! Do not expose your HDTV. ! VIZIO VL260M User Manual accompanying your HDTV to leak ...
... moisture. Insert batteries in environments with heavy dust or high humidity. o Your HDTV is damaged, the internal components may cause fire or electric shock. ! Version 5/29/2009 3 www.VIZIO.com Continued use in any abnormality occurs. To reduce risk of time. Incorrect ...period of your HDTV away from damage due to repair or service your HDTV and easily accessible. ! Ensure that the power cord and any object drops into your HDTV, unplug the power cord and contact your HDTV. ! Do not expose your HDTV. ! VIZIO VL260M User Manual accompanying your HDTV to leak ...
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... system is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. 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 grounding electrodes, and...
... system is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. 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 grounding electrodes, and...
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VIZIO VL260M User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is... FCC is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital transition. Version 5/29/2009 5 www.VIZIO.com Watch your local television stations may be complete on the sales floor. For additional information, please contact ... 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is making available to consumers interested in learning more about the analog to digital television broadcasting will be downloaded...
VIZIO VL260M User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is... FCC is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital transition. Version 5/29/2009 5 www.VIZIO.com Watch your local television stations may be complete on the sales floor. For additional information, please contact ... 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is making available to consumers interested in learning more about the analog to digital television broadcasting will be downloaded...
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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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... has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. VIZIO VL260M ! Stand and thumb screw ! AA batteries for future shipping. Registration Card Additional certified accessories for your HDTV. High Definition cables ! VIZIO remote control VR2 ! This user manual ! Quick Setup Guide ! Extra or replacement remote control VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for your...
... has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. VIZIO VL260M ! Stand and thumb screw ! AA batteries for future shipping. Registration Card Additional certified accessories for your HDTV. High Definition cables ! VIZIO remote control VR2 ! This user manual ! Quick Setup Guide ! Extra or replacement remote control VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for your...
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... the TV and stand base: 1. To attach the TV stand base: 1. Remove the top foam end cap. 3. Bottom view Vizio TV (back) Stand Neck (already attached to TV). 2. TV Setup and Stand Assembly VIZIO VL260M User Manual Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of the base, insert the thumb screw and tighten.
... the TV and stand base: 1. To attach the TV stand base: 1. Remove the top foam end cap. 3. Bottom view Vizio TV (back) Stand Neck (already attached to TV). 2. TV Setup and Stand Assembly VIZIO VL260M User Manual Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of the base, insert the thumb screw and tighten.
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... prevent poor ventilation and excessive component damage. Avoid installing your HDTV in the back panel of your HDTV. ! Remove the six (6) screws holding the stand neck, and then remove the neck and base. b. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Setting Up Your HDTV ! Read the instructions that came with the VIZIO logo at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www...
... prevent poor ventilation and excessive component damage. Avoid installing your HDTV in the back panel of your HDTV. ! Remove the six (6) screws holding the stand neck, and then remove the neck and base. b. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Setting Up Your HDTV ! Read the instructions that came with the VIZIO logo at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www...
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... will proceed to turn the HDTV off . Switch the HDTV on and orange when powered off . While the OSD is active, these buttons function as left and right controls in the OSD menus. INPUT (ENTER) - ! Version 5/29/2009 11 www.VIZIO.com Press the button again...Once you have stepped through the input sources in the following sequence: TV, AV, Component, RGB, HDMI1 and HDMI2. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- Side Panel Controls HEADPHONE - If a sub-menu is active, these buttons function as up or down controls...
... will proceed to turn the HDTV off . Switch the HDTV on and orange when powered off . While the OSD is active, these buttons function as left and right controls in the OSD menus. INPUT (ENTER) - ! Version 5/29/2009 11 www.VIZIO.com Press the button again...Once you have stepped through the input sources in the following sequence: TV, AV, Component, RGB, HDMI1 and HDMI2. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- Side Panel Controls HEADPHONE - If a sub-menu is active, these buttons function as up or down controls...
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VIZIO VL260M User Manual Rear Panel Connections 1. HDMI 2 - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for Digital TV. HDMI 1 - ...the SPDIF Optical connector for connection to an antenna or digital cable (not a cable box) for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 7. Connect to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. 5....For digital TV stations in your home theater system. 12 www.VIZIO.com Connect composite or S-Video video devices, such as a DVD Player or set top box here. 8. For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use a...
VIZIO VL260M User Manual Rear Panel Connections 1. HDMI 2 - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for Digital TV. HDMI 1 - ...the SPDIF Optical connector for connection to an antenna or digital cable (not a cable box) for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 7. Connect to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. 5....For digital TV stations in your home theater system. 12 www.VIZIO.com Connect composite or S-Video video devices, such as a DVD Player or set top box here. 8. For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use a...
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... the TV on the screen and option settings to select the HDMI input. HDMI - MUTE - VIZIO VL260M User Manual Version 5/29/2009 13 www.VIZIO.com This button displays program information. COMP - This button recalls the previously viewed channel. VOL !/" - VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - POWER ( ) - Press the button to turn a feature off . Press this button to...
... the TV on the screen and option settings to select the HDMI input. HDMI - MUTE - VIZIO VL260M User Manual Version 5/29/2009 13 www.VIZIO.com This button displays program information. COMP - This button recalls the previously viewed channel. VOL !/" - VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - POWER ( ) - Press the button to turn a feature off . Press this button to...
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...control for Inserting the Batteries: ! Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. 14 www.VIZIO.com Do not attempt to personal injury. ! Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk ...Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. Do not subject the remote control to personal injury. ! VIZIO VL260M User Manual Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Only use the specified AA batteries. ! Dispose of the ...
...control for Inserting the Batteries: ! Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. 14 www.VIZIO.com Do not attempt to personal injury. ! Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk ...Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. Do not subject the remote control to personal injury. ! VIZIO VL260M User Manual Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Only use the specified AA batteries. ! Dispose of the ...
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VIZIO VL260M User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? Connection Quality (type) Connector Description Best (digital) Best (digital Good (analog) Best (analog) Better (analog) HDMI provides ... and S-video because the three video signals are combined into two channels, S-Video provides a sharper image than Component or S-Video. Good (analog) S-Video (AV) - 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...
VIZIO VL260M User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? Connection Quality (type) Connector Description Best (digital) Best (digital Good (analog) Best (analog) Better (analog) HDMI provides ... and S-video because the three video signals are combined into two channels, S-Video provides a sharper image than Component or S-Video. Good (analog) S-Video (AV) - 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...
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... configuration, you . Based on the remote control. 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. Refer to an HDMI input on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Connect...end to your cable or satellite operator. 16 www.VIZIO.com Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes that have four options for connecting your cable or satellite box to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the...
... configuration, you . Based on the remote control. 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. Refer to an HDMI input on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Connect...end to your cable or satellite operator. 16 www.VIZIO.com Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes that have four options for connecting your cable or satellite box to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the...
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... COMPONENT jacks on the back of the HDTV. 4. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV. 3. Using Component Video (Better) SET TOP BOX 1. Version 5/29/2009 17 www.VIZIO.com The HDMI input on the back ... the remote control, or directly by pressing the COMP button on your HDTV and set -top box to the audio connectors associated with DVI VIZIO VL260M User Manual SET TOP BOX 1. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your HDTV. 4. Turn off your cable or satellite operator. Note: ! !...
... COMPONENT jacks on the back of the HDTV. 4. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV. 3. Using Component Video (Better) SET TOP BOX 1. Version 5/29/2009 17 www.VIZIO.com The HDMI input on the back ... the remote control, or directly by pressing the COMP button on your HDTV and set -top box to the audio connectors associated with DVI VIZIO VL260M User Manual SET TOP BOX 1. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your HDTV. 4. Turn off your cable or satellite operator. Note: ! !...
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... on the remote control. 18 www.VIZIO.com Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your set -top box. 2. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the TV button on the back of your HDTV. 3. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Using S-Video (Better) SET TOP ...BOX 1. Turn off your HDTV. 4. Press AV on the back of the HDTV. 3. Connect the video cable (yellow) from your set -top box to the S-VIDEO ...
... on the remote control. 18 www.VIZIO.com Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your set -top box. 2. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the TV button on the back of your HDTV. 3. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Using S-Video (Better) SET TOP ...BOX 1. Turn off your HDTV. 4. Press AV on the back of the HDTV. 3. Connect the video cable (yellow) from your set -top box to the S-VIDEO ...
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... on the rear of your VCR. Turn off -air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the "Antenna In" connector on the power to the HDTV and VCR. 4. Note: If you have an off the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on the rear of your antenna or cable... remote control. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the HDTV. 4. 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 DTV/TV CABLE...
... on the rear of your VCR. Turn off -air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the "Antenna In" connector on the power to the HDTV and VCR. 4. Note: If you have an off the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on the rear of your antenna or cable... remote control. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the HDTV. 4. 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 DTV/TV CABLE...
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..., Component, S-Video and Composite (AV) inputs. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI should be connected to the HDTV and your DVD player. 4. CD DVD 1. Turn on the power to an HDMI input on the remote control...
..., Component, S-Video and Composite (AV) inputs. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. VIZIO VL260M User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI should be connected to the HDTV and your DVD player. 4. CD DVD 1. Turn on the power to an HDMI input on the remote control...