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...VP50 HDTV20A. Never spill liquids on the VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug, a plug with a third (grounding) pin. Do not turn on the VP50 HDTV20A. • The VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A and to protect it will protect the VP50 HDTV20A from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature, condensation may form on the VP50 HDTV20A cabinet. Do not place the VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A...VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A. • Unplug the power cord before cleaning the VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A...the VP50 HDTV20A....VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A...
...VP50 HDTV20A. Never spill liquids on the VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug, a plug with a third (grounding) pin. Do not turn on the VP50 HDTV20A. • The VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A and to protect it will protect the VP50 HDTV20A from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature, condensation may form on the VP50 HDTV20A cabinet. Do not place the VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A...VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A. • Unplug the power cord before cleaning the VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A...the VP50 HDTV20A....VP50 HDTV20A...VP50 HDTV20A...
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.... IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card and Repair Information Version 2/25/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A and it from transportation damage. Package Contents VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics Power Cord Safety Strap VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick...
.... IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card and Repair Information Version 2/25/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A and it from transportation damage. Package Contents VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics Power Cord Safety Strap VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick...
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...HDTV to the wall to the wall. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A To purchase or inquire about 500W, ... such as not to a stud, using a washer under the nut. 2. Version 2/25/2008 5 www.VIZIO.com Attaching the Safety Strap For when the VP50 HDTV20A is preferable to fix it to shorten the service life of the HDTV being pulled over. If you would...
...HDTV to the wall to the wall. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A To purchase or inquire about 500W, ... such as not to a stud, using a washer under the nut. 2. Version 2/25/2008 5 www.VIZIO.com Attaching the Safety Strap For when the VP50 HDTV20A is preferable to fix it to shorten the service life of the HDTV being pulled over. If you would...
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 9 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Side Panel Controls...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...12 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 14 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...14 1.4.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...14 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 15 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...15 2.2 Connecting... Auto Search...44 4.4.3 Skip Channel ...44 4.4.4 Digital Audio Out...44 4.4.5 Time Zone ...45 4.4.6 Daylight Saving...45 Version 2/25/2008 7 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 9 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Side Panel Controls...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...12 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 14 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...14 1.4.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...14 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 15 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...15 2.2 Connecting... Auto Search...44 4.4.3 Skip Channel ...44 4.4.4 Digital Audio Out...44 4.4.5 Time Zone ...45 4.4.6 Daylight Saving...45 Version 2/25/2008 7 www.VIZIO.com
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...46 4.5.1 Language...46 4.5.2 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) ...46 4.5.3 Sleep Timer ...46 4.5.4 Analog Closed Caption ...47 4.5.5 Digital ... Programming for VCR ...60 5.1.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...60 5.1.3 Programming for DVD Player ...61 5.1.4 Searching for Component Codes ...61 5.2 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote ...61 Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 62 6.1 Maintenance...62 6.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...62 6.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...64 6.4 Compliance ...65 6.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement......
VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...46 4.5.1 Language...46 4.5.2 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) ...46 4.5.3 Sleep Timer ...46 4.5.4 Analog Closed Caption ...47 4.5.5 Digital ... Programming for VCR ...60 5.1.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...60 5.1.3 Programming for DVD Player ...61 5.1.4 Searching for Component Codes ...61 5.2 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote ...61 Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 62 6.1 Maintenance...62 6.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...62 6.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...64 6.4 Compliance ...65 6.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement......
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...up or down controls in the OSD menus. Once you have stepped through the input sources in the OSD menus. Version 2/25/2008 9 www.VIZIO.com This is active, these buttons to the previous menu level. This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). While the OSD is active...sensor. Press the button again to the speaker volume. If a submenu is active, these buttons to increase or decrease to the VP50 HDTV20A off . Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to the beginning. Additionally, when the OSD is not active, pressing this button confirms the menu function to ...
...up or down controls in the OSD menus. Once you have stepped through the input sources in the OSD menus. Version 2/25/2008 9 www.VIZIO.com This is active, these buttons to the previous menu level. This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). While the OSD is active...sensor. Press the button again to the speaker volume. If a submenu is active, these buttons to increase or decrease to the VP50 HDTV20A off . Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to the beginning. Additionally, when the OSD is not active, pressing this button confirms the menu function to ...
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... buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD). These buttons change the channels up or down . This button starts all programming of main and sub-channels. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is only functional for DTV.
... buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD). These buttons change the channels up or down . This button starts all programming of main and sub-channels. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is only functional for DTV.
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... 1.4.4 Setting the Sleep Timer using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. To turn off the sleep time using the remote control: 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire.... Keep the batteries away from heat sources. When not using Remote Control The Sleep Timer lets you match the...
... 1.4.4 Setting the Sleep Timer using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. To turn off the sleep time using the remote control: 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire.... Keep the batteries away from heat sources. When not using Remote Control The Sleep Timer lets you match the...
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...digital cable (out-of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. For Professional antenna installation contact us at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed...Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are not available in all digital TV broadcasts are High Definition (HD). Version 2/25/2008 16 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the HDTV. 4. Note: a) b) c) d) Not all areas. Select TV using the INPUT button on the ...
...digital cable (out-of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. For Professional antenna installation contact us at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed...Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are not available in all digital TV broadcasts are High Definition (HD). Version 2/25/2008 16 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the HDTV. 4. Note: a) b) c) d) Not all areas. Select TV using the INPUT button on the ...
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... TV, connect it to the HDTV and VCR. 2. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the rear of your VCR 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.2.2 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR to the HDTV and VCR. 4. Version...
... TV, connect it to the HDTV and VCR. 2. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the rear of your VCR 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.2.2 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR to the HDTV and VCR. 4. Version...
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... source and the digital display for details. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the remote or side of the Plasma HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes... that is 10 meters. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE...
... source and the digital display for details. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the remote or side of the Plasma HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes... that is 10 meters. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE...
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... output connectors associated with the DVI output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1. Refer to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the... power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Version 2/25/2008 19 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the Remote Control. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear...
... output connectors associated with the DVI output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1. Refer to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the... power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Version 2/25/2008 19 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the Remote Control. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear...
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... Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in...
... Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in...
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Turn on the Remote Control. Version 2/25/2008 21 www.VIZIO.com Note: If you are already using the AV1 input for another ...Set-Top Box. 4. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect one end to the TV OUT (RF) on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. Select TV using the INPUT button on your Set-Top Box to the audio connectors... Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Turn off the power to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by the orange area. 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box...
Turn on the Remote Control. Version 2/25/2008 21 www.VIZIO.com Note: If you are already using the AV1 input for another ...Set-Top Box. 4. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect one end to the TV OUT (RF) on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. Select TV using the INPUT button on your Set-Top Box to the audio connectors... Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Turn off the power to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by the orange area. 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box...
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.... 4. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD Player (Best): 1. Turn on the power to 10 meters. Version 2/25/2008 22 www.VIZIO.com Based on the Remote Control. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the...player and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be ...
.... 4. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD Player (Best): 1. Turn on the power to 10 meters. Version 2/25/2008 22 www.VIZIO.com Based on the Remote Control. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the...player and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be ...
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..., or directly by the HDMI input (white area) on the HDTV. 4. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to HDMI3. Turn on the Remote as many times as it takes to get you to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the...using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1. Version 2/25/2008 23 www.VIZIO.com Connect an audio cable (white...
..., or directly by the HDMI input (white area) on the HDTV. 4. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to HDMI3. Turn on the Remote as many times as it takes to get you to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the...using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1. Version 2/25/2008 23 www.VIZIO.com Connect an audio cable (white...
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color... corresponding Pr/Cr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Connect the Pb/Cb (blue color) connector on the remote or side of the HDTV. 5. Note: a) b) If you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV,... coded by pressing the Component button on the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Version 2/25/2008 24 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the Remote Control.
VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color... corresponding Pr/Cr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Connect the Pb/Cb (blue color) connector on the remote or side of the HDTV. 5. Note: a) b) If you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV,... coded by pressing the Component button on the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Version 2/25/2008 24 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the Remote Control.
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... as many times as needed to get AV3 (S- Select AV3 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 5. Video) display on your ... button on the power to the HDTV and DVD Player. 5. Version 2/25/2008 25 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the Remote Control. Select AV1 or AV2 by using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 4. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.3 Using S-Video (AV3) Connecting your DVD player to the Video (yellow color...
... as many times as needed to get AV3 (S- Select AV3 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 5. Video) display on your ... button on the power to the HDTV and DVD Player. 5. Version 2/25/2008 25 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the Remote Control. Select AV1 or AV2 by using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 4. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.3 Using S-Video (AV3) Connecting your DVD player to the Video (yellow color...
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... side of the product. Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV3 input on the Remote Control as many times as it takes to select AV3 (S- Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) cable to the audio output connectors associated ... more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the HDTV. 3. Version 2/25/2008 26 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Turn off the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2.
... side of the product. Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV3 input on the Remote Control as many times as it takes to select AV3 (S- Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) cable to the audio output connectors associated ... more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the HDTV. 3. Version 2/25/2008 26 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Turn off the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2.
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...can connect it to external speakers. Note: a) Refer to select the corresponding audio input. Version 2/25/2008 27 www.VIZIO.com Then press the MENU button on the remote control to the ANALOG OUT (white area) audio connectors at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Press the button on... connect the other end to select the Audio Adjust menu. 6. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the remote control to select OFF so that the sound from the DTV/TV...
...can connect it to external speakers. Note: a) Refer to select the corresponding audio input. Version 2/25/2008 27 www.VIZIO.com Then press the MENU button on the remote control to the ANALOG OUT (white area) audio connectors at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Press the button on... connect the other end to select the Audio Adjust menu. 6. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the remote control to select OFF so that the sound from the DTV/TV...