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... the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. For maximum benefit of your new VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A High Definition Plasma Television purchase. We hope you register your VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A either at techsupport@vizio.com. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your registration card and mail it in your...
... the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. For maximum benefit of your new VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A High Definition Plasma Television purchase. We hope you register your VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A either at techsupport@vizio.com. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your registration card and mail it in your...
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...from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Important Safety Instructions This product is designed and manufactured to operate within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the...user to the presence of important operating and servicing instructions in a safe place for future reference. • To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before connecting other components to the VP422 HDTV10A. • Unplug the power cord before cleaning the VP422 HDTV10A PLASMA...
...from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Important Safety Instructions This product is designed and manufactured to operate within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the...user to the presence of important operating and servicing instructions in a safe place for future reference. • To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before connecting other components to the VP422 HDTV10A. • Unplug the power cord before cleaning the VP422 HDTV10A PLASMA...
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... screen of the coaxial cable is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Version 5/29/2008 3 www.VIZIO.com o Liquid sprays or any way. Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light ...or power circuits, or where it is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is exposed to rain or other moisture. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual • Insert batteries in accordance with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting ...
... screen of the coaxial cable is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Version 5/29/2008 3 www.VIZIO.com o Liquid sprays or any way. Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light ...or power circuits, or where it is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is exposed to rain or other moisture. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual • Insert batteries in accordance with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting ...
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...IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information Version 5/29/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com Package Contents VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control VR2 Power Cord This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Safety Strap Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2 (... shipping. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. Now you have opened the carton check that the VP422 HDTV10A is about 42" wide ...
...IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information Version 5/29/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com Package Contents VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control VR2 Power Cord This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Safety Strap Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2 (... shipping. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. Now you have opened the carton check that the VP422 HDTV10A is about 42" wide ...
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... at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your TV on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your PLASMA HDTV for Wall Mounting' for additional information. Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; Please contact VIZIO for more information on the wall with high humidity, dust or smoke...
... at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your TV on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your PLASMA HDTV for Wall Mounting' for additional information. Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; Please contact VIZIO for more information on the wall with high humidity, dust or smoke...
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...Version 5/29/2008 6 www.VIZIO.com Remove the eight (8) screws holding the base to properly hang the VP422 Plasma HDTV10A. Carefully remove the stand base. Unplug all of the High Definition TV. Now, the VP422 Plasma HDTV10A can fit securely to the TV. 3. The length of the ...of the cables and cords from your specific mount to the VP422 PLASMA. 5. Remove the cover on the stand. 4. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your PLASMA HDTV for the VIZIO VP422 Plasma, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). To ...
...Version 5/29/2008 6 www.VIZIO.com Remove the eight (8) screws holding the base to properly hang the VP422 Plasma HDTV10A. Carefully remove the stand base. Unplug all of the High Definition TV. Now, the VP422 Plasma HDTV10A can fit securely to the TV. 3. The length of the ...of the cables and cords from your specific mount to the VP422 PLASMA. 5. Remove the cover on the stand. 4. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your PLASMA HDTV for the VIZIO VP422 Plasma, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). To ...
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VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 9 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection ...11 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...12 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.5.3 VIZIO...PLASMA HDTV Start Up ...28 3.2 Watching a TV...TV Input Audio Adjustment...42 4.3.1 Volume ...42 4.3.2 Bass...42 4.3.3 Treble ...43 4.3.4 Balance...43 4.3.5 Surround...43 4.3.6 Digital Audio Out...43 4.3.7 Speakers ...44 4.3.8 Lip Sync...44 4.4 DTV / TV...
VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 9 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection ...11 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...12 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.5.3 VIZIO...PLASMA HDTV Start Up ...28 3.2 Watching a TV...TV Input Audio Adjustment...42 4.3.1 Volume ...42 4.3.2 Bass...42 4.3.3 Treble ...43 4.3.4 Balance...43 4.3.5 Surround...43 4.3.6 Digital Audio Out...43 4.3.7 Speakers ...44 4.3.8 Lip Sync...44 4.4 DTV / TV...
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Standard Definitions ...69 6.3 Index ...70 Version 5/29/2008 8 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.2 Auto Search...45 4.4.3 Skip Channel ...45 4.4.4 MTS ...46 4.4.5 Time Zone ...46 4.4.6 Daylight Saving...46 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...47 4.5.1 Language...47 4.5.2 Sleep Timer ...47 4.5.3 Wide ...47... 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...
Standard Definitions ...69 6.3 Index ...70 Version 5/29/2008 8 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.2 Auto Search...45 4.4.3 Skip Channel ...45 4.4.4 MTS ...46 4.4.5 Time Zone ...46 4.4.6 Daylight Saving...46 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...47 4.5.1 Language...47 4.5.2 Sleep Timer ...47 4.5.3 Wide ...47... 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...
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... to increase or decrease to the beginning. Input - REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR - Press the button again to step up and down the TV channels. This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). Channel +/- - While the OSD is active, pressing this buttons steps through... to the speaker volume. Version 5/29/2008 9 www.VIZIO.com The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Volume +/- - VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- This is active, these buttons function as up...
... to increase or decrease to the beginning. Input - REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR - Press the button again to step up and down the TV channels. This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). Channel +/- - While the OSD is active, pressing this buttons steps through... to the speaker volume. Version 5/29/2008 9 www.VIZIO.com The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Volume +/- - VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- This is active, these buttons function as up...
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...www.VIZIO.com This custom communication port is on the rear of the High Definition TV. 6. For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use white for left (white connector) and right (red connector) cables are available for purchase from the PLASMA HDTV...S- VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 1 2 4 6 9 3 5 7 8 10 1. The white color band on this all digital connector. The green color band on the rear of the High Definition TV indicates this connection. if connected, will be available on the rear of the TV indicates ...
...www.VIZIO.com This custom communication port is on the rear of the High Definition TV. 6. For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use white for left (white connector) and right (red connector) cables are available for purchase from the PLASMA HDTV...S- VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 1 2 4 6 9 3 5 7 8 10 1. The white color band on this all digital connector. The green color band on the rear of the High Definition TV indicates this connection. if connected, will be available on the rear of the TV indicates ...
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HDMI 3 - VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection 1. The white color band on the side of the TV indicates this all digital connector. Connect the third source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this connection. 1 Version 5/29/2008 11 www.VIZIO.com
HDMI 3 - VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection 1. The white color band on the side of the TV indicates this all digital connector. Connect the third source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this connection. 1 Version 5/29/2008 11 www.VIZIO.com
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...the channels up or down . Use these buttons to cycle through the Component input. Repeatedly pressing of main and sub-channels. POWER - TV - LAST - NUMBER BUTTON PAD - INPUT - Press this button to turn the volume up or down . Press this button to ... has different functions when being watched. When selecting a digital channel directly, use within the OSD menus, pressing this button to select TV. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - Press it again to return to the beginning. - (DASH) - COMP - Pressing this input as the ...
...the channels up or down . Use these buttons to cycle through the Component input. Repeatedly pressing of main and sub-channels. POWER - TV - LAST - NUMBER BUTTON PAD - INPUT - Press this button to turn the volume up or down . Press this button to ... has different functions when being watched. When selecting a digital channel directly, use within the OSD menus, pressing this button to select TV. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - Press it again to return to the beginning. - (DASH) - COMP - Pressing this input as the ...
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... undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it with a clean, damp cloth. If the TV responds erratically to the left and right, 20°up and down. 1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. 1.5.2...the battery compartment. Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Do not subject the remote control to transmit the commands. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. Do not attempt to clean the remote control with fresh batteries.
... undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it with a clean, damp cloth. If the TV responds erratically to the left and right, 20°up and down. 1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. 1.5.2...the battery compartment. Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Do not subject the remote control to transmit the commands. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. Do not attempt to clean the remote control with fresh batteries.
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... High Definition content. Component - This enhancement over a single cable. This is most commonly used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. Separating the color in this single (yellow) pin connector. TV Coaxial RF. This is the most advanced for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to the Quick Start... lines are erroneously displayed in color. It also enables text to be displayed more info refer to the most commonly used for digital displays. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?
... High Definition content. Component - This enhancement over a single cable. This is most commonly used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. Separating the color in this single (yellow) pin connector. TV Coaxial RF. This is the most advanced for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to the Quick Start... lines are erroneously displayed in color. It also enables text to be displayed more info refer to the most commonly used for digital displays. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?
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... operator. Refer to the HDTV. 4. Note: If you have an off-air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the HDTV and VCR. 2. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Select DTV using the INPUT button ...on the remote or side of the High Definition TV. 3. www.antennaweb.org for DTV /TV 1. Turn off the power to the...
... operator. Refer to the HDTV. 4. Note: If you have an off-air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the HDTV and VCR. 2. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Select DTV using the INPUT button ...on the remote or side of the High Definition TV. 3. www.antennaweb.org for DTV /TV 1. Turn off the power to the...
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... High Definition TV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 5/29/2008 16 www.VIZIO.com 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 more information about the video output...
... High Definition TV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 5/29/2008 16 www.VIZIO.com 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 more information about the video output...
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...Top Box. 5. Version 5/29/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1. For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI... input (white area) at the rear of the High Definition TV. 3. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display ...
...Top Box. 5. Version 5/29/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 1. For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI... input (white area) at the rear of the High Definition TV. 3. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display ...
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... input (green color area) at the rear of the High Definition TV. 6. Select Component using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the High Definition... TV, or directly by pressing the COMP button on the power to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component group (green color area - VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top ...
... input (green color area) at the rear of the High Definition TV. 6. Select Component using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the High Definition... TV, or directly by pressing the COMP button on the power to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component group (green color area - VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top ...
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... end to your Set Top Box and the other end to the TV and Set-Top Box. 5. Note: Refer to the audio connectors associated with the Video output on the Remote Control. Turn on your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the... High Definition TV. 4. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect one end to the TV OUT (RF) on the power to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the product. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-...
... end to your Set Top Box and the other end to the TV and Set-Top Box. 5. Note: Refer to the audio connectors associated with the Video output on the Remote Control. Turn on your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the... High Definition TV. 4. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect one end to the TV OUT (RF) on the power to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the product. VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-...
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...white color area) at the rear of the High Definition TV. 3. Version 5/29/2008 20 www.VIZIO.com Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A for details. 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; See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for ...
...white color area) at the rear of the High Definition TV. 3. Version 5/29/2008 20 www.VIZIO.com Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the VIZIO VP422 HDTV10A for details. 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; See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for ...