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.... Do not install the product close to smoke or moisture may cause fire or electric shock. • Slots and openings in this appliance to the presence of power source indicated on an unstable cart, stand, or table. It could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. Continuous use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to repair the product...
.... Do not install the product close to smoke or moisture may cause fire or electric shock. • Slots and openings in this appliance to the presence of power source indicated on an unstable cart, stand, or table. It could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. Continuous use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to repair the product...
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... VIZIO HDTV. any 90˚ clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A To purchase or inquire about 350W, please use the power cord designated for TV. Fix...
... VIZIO HDTV. any 90˚ clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A To purchase or inquire about 350W, please use the power cord designated for TV. Fix...
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Remove the eight (8) screws holding the base to the TV; our brackets come with different length screws. Please make sure to read the instructions of the cables and cords from your specific mount to the TV. 3. The screw type required is 400mm horizontally and 200mm vertically. To find the perfect mount for Wall Mounting To remove the stand base 1. Place the VP422 PLASMA face down on the stand. 4. Unplug all of your VIZIO VP422 Plasma HDTV10A...
Remove the eight (8) screws holding the base to the TV; our brackets come with different length screws. Please make sure to read the instructions of the cables and cords from your specific mount to the TV. 3. The screw type required is 400mm horizontally and 200mm vertically. To find the perfect mount for Wall Mounting To remove the stand base 1. Place the VP422 PLASMA face down on the stand. 4. Unplug all of your VIZIO VP422 Plasma HDTV10A...
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... Connecting an external Receiver/Amp ...25 2.7.1 Optical Output of Audio received with HD Programs 25 2.8 Connecting a PC Computer ...26 2.8.1 Preset PC Resolutions...27 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 28 3.1 Basic PLASMA HDTV Start Up ...28 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...33 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...34 3.4 Program Information...35 3.5 Information on HDTV Status ...35 Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 36 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ...36 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment...37 4.2.1 Picture Mode ...37 4.2.2 Brightness...38 4.2.3 Contrast ...38 4.2.4 Color...
... Connecting an external Receiver/Amp ...25 2.7.1 Optical Output of Audio received with HD Programs 25 2.8 Connecting a PC Computer ...26 2.8.1 Preset PC Resolutions...27 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 28 3.1 Basic PLASMA HDTV Start Up ...28 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...33 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...34 3.4 Program Information...35 3.5 Information on HDTV Status ...35 Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 36 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ...36 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment...37 4.2.1 Picture Mode ...37 4.2.2 Brightness...38 4.2.3 Contrast ...38 4.2.4 Color...
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...Closed Caption On Mute (CC On Mute) ...49 4.5.7 Digital Closed Caption Style (Digital CC Style 50 4.5.8 Reset All Settings ...50 4.5.9 Image Cleaner ...50 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...51 4.6.1 Channel Block ...51 4.6.2 TV Rating...52 4.6.3 Movie Rating...53 4.6.4 Check for New DTV Rating...53 4.6.5 Blocked Unrated Programming...54 4.6.6 Change the Password ...54 4.7 HDMI Input Picture Adjustment ...55 4.8 HDMI Input Audio Adjustment ...55 4.9 HDMI Input Setup...55 4.10 Video Input Picture Adjustment ...56 4.11 Video Input Audio Adjustment ...56 4.12 Video Input Setup...57 4.12.1 Auto...
...Closed Caption On Mute (CC On Mute) ...49 4.5.7 Digital Closed Caption Style (Digital CC Style 50 4.5.8 Reset All Settings ...50 4.5.9 Image Cleaner ...50 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...51 4.6.1 Channel Block ...51 4.6.2 TV Rating...52 4.6.3 Movie Rating...53 4.6.4 Check for New DTV Rating...53 4.6.5 Blocked Unrated Programming...54 4.6.6 Change the Password ...54 4.7 HDMI Input Picture Adjustment ...55 4.8 HDMI Input Audio Adjustment ...55 4.9 HDMI Input Setup...55 4.10 Video Input Picture Adjustment ...56 4.11 Video Input Audio Adjustment ...56 4.12 Video Input Setup...57 4.12.1 Auto...
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... a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this all digital connector. Connect the primary source for factory service only. Plug-in the rear of the High Definition TV. This custom communication port is needed to be connected directly to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. Connect the video and audio from the PLASMA HDTV to the 1/8" jack connector in the supplied AC Power Cord here. 2. From left to right, use a DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output...
... a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this all digital connector. Connect the primary source for factory service only. Plug-in the rear of the High Definition TV. This custom communication port is needed to be connected directly to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. Connect the video and audio from the PLASMA HDTV to the 1/8" jack connector in the supplied AC Power Cord here. 2. From left to right, use a DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output...
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...-Screen Display (OSD) menu. MUTE - meaning that if S-Video cable is being viewed is used in the following sequence: TV, AV (S-Video), Component, RGB, HDMI1, HDMI2 and HDMI3. This button also has different functions when being watched. INPUT - VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - Press this button repeatedly will show the signal going through the input sources in TV mode; Press it a second time and the Electronic Programming Guide will step you through the inputs. POWER - TV...
...-Screen Display (OSD) menu. MUTE - meaning that if S-Video cable is being viewed is used in the following sequence: TV, AV (S-Video), Component, RGB, HDMI1, HDMI2 and HDMI3. This button also has different functions when being watched. INPUT - VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - Press this button repeatedly will show the signal going through the input sources in TV mode; Press it a second time and the Electronic Programming Guide will step you through the inputs. POWER - TV...
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... the other containing the color information. 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 takes advantage of the High Definition content. When used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. This video input has separate red, green and blue color components. This enhancement over a single cable. The video signal is the connection for MPEG2 encoded bit...
... the other containing the color information. 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 takes advantage of the High Definition content. When used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. This video input has separate red, green and blue color components. This enhancement over a single cable. The video signal is the connection for MPEG2 encoded bit...
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... HDMI input in step 4. Turn off the power to 10 meters. Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. 5. Note: To maintain the display quality, use either HDMI2 or HDMI3 as the input and follow steps 1 through 3; VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the PLASMA HDTV for details. Length is being used, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the power...
... HDMI input in step 4. Turn off the power to 10 meters. Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. 5. Note: To maintain the display quality, use either HDMI2 or HDMI3 as the input and follow steps 1 through 3; VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the PLASMA HDTV for details. Length is being used, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the power...
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... HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Turn off the power to your cable or satellite operator. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output requirements of the High Definition TV. 3. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear...
... HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Turn off the power to your cable or satellite operator. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output requirements of the High Definition TV. 3. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear...
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.... VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as the input and follow steps 1 through 3; Based on your DVD Player (Best): 1. Connecting your configuration, you . 2.5.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for connecting your DVD player to your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the High Definition TV. 3. Turn off the power to 10 meters. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable...
.... VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as the input and follow steps 1 through 3; Based on your DVD Player (Best): 1. Connecting your configuration, you . 2.5.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for connecting your DVD player to your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the High Definition TV. 3. Turn off the power to 10 meters. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable...
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... OFF so that the sound from the PLASMA HDTV will now be connected directly to select the Audio menu. 6. This is active when receiving digital audio with HD Programs If your Receiver/Amp system. Turn on the remote control to external speakers. Press the on the power to the PLASMA HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.7 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 2.7.1 Optical Output of Audio received with the program being viewed no matter what input (TV, AV, Component or HDMI) is being used. 1.
... OFF so that the sound from the PLASMA HDTV will now be connected directly to select the Audio menu. 6. This is active when receiving digital audio with HD Programs If your Receiver/Amp system. Turn on the remote control to external speakers. Press the on the power to the PLASMA HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.7 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 2.7.1 Optical Output of Audio received with the program being viewed no matter what input (TV, AV, Component or HDMI) is being used. 1.
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... screen will now change to display channels from a different signal (External TV Tuner, VCR, Cable Box or Satellite Receiver) source, using the Input button on the side of the High Definition TV or using different inputs at the back of the search for Analog (NTSC) and Digital (ATSC) channels. Select the correct input connection; Select Input Source Select the Input Source for more information. a. consult your cable operator for the HDTV by pressing the INPUT button on the remote control. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual...
... screen will now change to display channels from a different signal (External TV Tuner, VCR, Cable Box or Satellite Receiver) source, using the Input button on the side of the High Definition TV or using different inputs at the back of the search for Analog (NTSC) and Digital (ATSC) channels. Select the correct input connection; Select Input Source Select the Input Source for more information. a. consult your cable operator for the HDTV by pressing the INPUT button on the remote control. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual...
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...) Cables can only be displaying any television station or program selected by the equipment sending the signal. Note: The TV set for details. Some examples of the VCR, Cable Box, External TV Tuner or Satellite Receiver; Press either channel 3 or channel 4 matching the channel which setup includes a box with two different outputs for SD (480i) pictures. Make the physical connection or hook up the Menu display. If you to select it. d. If the service being used...
...) Cables can only be displaying any television station or program selected by the equipment sending the signal. Note: The TV set for details. Some examples of the VCR, Cable Box, External TV Tuner or Satellite Receiver; Press either channel 3 or channel 4 matching the channel which setup includes a box with two different outputs for SD (480i) pictures. Make the physical connection or hook up the Menu display. If you to select it. d. If the service being used...
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... HDTV Status When you change TV channels or inputs or when the GUIDE key is pressed, an Information Banner is Cable Version 5/29/2008 35 www.VIZIO.com Program Information: Provided by Broadcaster Audio is Stereo TV Channel Number Station Name: provided by Broadcaster Program Rating Closed Caption is available NTSC SDTV (Standard Definition TV) Source is displayed for that channel. Press the GUIDE button to exit this feature. 3.5 Information on the screen...
... HDTV Status When you change TV channels or inputs or when the GUIDE key is pressed, an Information Banner is Cable Version 5/29/2008 35 www.VIZIO.com Program Information: Provided by Broadcaster Audio is Stereo TV Channel Number Station Name: provided by Broadcaster Program Rating Closed Caption is available NTSC SDTV (Standard Definition TV) Source is displayed for that channel. Press the GUIDE button to exit this feature. 3.5 Information on the screen...
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... housing or remote control is seriously contaminated, use a cable or satellite remote to work your cable or satellite remote. Cleaning the Screen 1. Use a soft cotton cloth to work the PLASMA HDTV, refer to your cable or satellite remote user guide for cleaning. 2. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 4.18 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote Your VIZIO remote uses codes 11758 and 10178 to gently clean the screen. 2. If your cable or satellite remote uses a 4-digit code, try 11758 and then, if that the power cable is...
... housing or remote control is seriously contaminated, use a cable or satellite remote to work your cable or satellite remote. Cleaning the Screen 1. Use a soft cotton cloth to work the PLASMA HDTV, refer to your cable or satellite remote user guide for cleaning. 2. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 4.18 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote Your VIZIO remote uses codes 11758 and 10178 to gently clean the screen. 2. If your cable or satellite remote uses a 4-digit code, try 11758 and then, if that the power cable is...
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... the video cable to a working input source. There appears to pinpoint the source of the VCR and the TV. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in RGB or HDMI mode, press any key on the back of the failure. Problem Solution No power. Make sure that is connected to appear. You see a picture. No sound. Make sure the video cable supplied with...
... the video cable to a working input source. There appears to pinpoint the source of the VCR and the TV. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in RGB or HDMI mode, press any key on the back of the failure. Problem Solution No power. Make sure that is connected to appear. You see a picture. No sound. Make sure the video cable supplied with...
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... your PLASMA HDTV's digital capabilities exceed a digital broadcast on how to a different The TV remembers the viewing mode from another location to this type of your PLASMA HDTV may not display. You see "noise" or "trash" When your audio input source cables are always dark or colored. You switch to set correctly. Tips for Users. Compare the video input source's specifications with 480i input, follow the instructions given in the On Screen Display (OSD) are using RGB mode, make...
... your PLASMA HDTV's digital capabilities exceed a digital broadcast on how to a different The TV remembers the viewing mode from another location to this type of your PLASMA HDTV may not display. You see "noise" or "trash" When your audio input source cables are always dark or colored. You switch to set correctly. Tips for Users. Compare the video input source's specifications with 480i input, follow the instructions given in the On Screen Display (OSD) are using RGB mode, make...
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... does not need a separate settop box to view scrambled programming services. Plug-and-Play or Digital Cable Ready: A DTV or other useful information in the FCC is more about the analog to scan vertical lines onto a TV picture by scanning all the odd lines first, then filling the in learning more like a movie screen than a traditional TV. Progressive Scan: A way to consumers on the sales floor. Standard Definition TV (SDTV): Basic digital television transmission...
... does not need a separate settop box to view scrambled programming services. Plug-and-Play or Digital Cable Ready: A DTV or other useful information in the FCC is more about the analog to scan vertical lines onto a TV picture by scanning all the odd lines first, then filling the in learning more like a movie screen than a traditional TV. Progressive Scan: A way to consumers on the sales floor. Standard Definition TV (SDTV): Basic digital television transmission...
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... Skip Channel, 45 Time Zone, 46 Tuner Mode, 45 DVI Connecting your DVD Player, 21 Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 17 G Glossary, 69 H HDMI Connecting your DVD Player, 20 Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 16 HDMI Input Audio Adjustment, 55 Picture Adjustment, 55 Setup, 55 I Inputs Antenna, 3 Connectors, 14 Rear Label, 10 Installation Base removal, 6 Preparation, 5 Safetey Strap, 5 Wall Mounting, 5, 6, 28 O OSD Brightness Adjustment, 68 Color Adjustment, 14 Contrast Adjustment, 68 Outputs Using 5.1 Surround with a Home Theatre System, 25 P Parental Control Block Unrated Programming, 54 Channel...
... Skip Channel, 45 Time Zone, 46 Tuner Mode, 45 DVI Connecting your DVD Player, 21 Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 17 G Glossary, 69 H HDMI Connecting your DVD Player, 20 Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 16 HDMI Input Audio Adjustment, 55 Picture Adjustment, 55 Setup, 55 I Inputs Antenna, 3 Connectors, 14 Rear Label, 10 Installation Base removal, 6 Preparation, 5 Safetey Strap, 5 Wall Mounting, 5, 6, 28 O OSD Brightness Adjustment, 68 Color Adjustment, 14 Contrast Adjustment, 68 Outputs Using 5.1 Surround with a Home Theatre System, 25 P Parental Control Block Unrated Programming, 54 Channel...