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... for the installation, use a liquid or a spray cleaner for cleaning the product. Version 2/25/2008 2 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is sufficient for cleaning the...source indicated on the top of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any other cables are unplugged before operating the display. Incorrect polarities may result in accordance with the VP50 HDTV20A. • A distance of at least 3 feet should be used for...
... for the installation, use a liquid or a spray cleaner for cleaning the product. Version 2/25/2008 2 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is sufficient for cleaning the...source indicated on the top of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any other cables are unplugged before operating the display. Incorrect polarities may result in accordance with the VP50 HDTV20A. • A distance of at least 3 feet should be used for...
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... accompanying accessories are included. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card and Repair Information Version 2/25/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com The VP50 HDTV20A weighs over 120lbs and is in a cardboard carton that has been designed to ... place the HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. 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 Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2...
... accompanying accessories are included. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card and Repair Information Version 2/25/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com The VP50 HDTV20A weighs over 120lbs and is in a cardboard carton that has been designed to ... place the HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. 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 Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2...
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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 Coaxial (RF) ...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 Coaxial (RF) ...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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...Basic PIP Settings ...59 4.17.3 Setting the Sleep Timer ...14 Chapter 5 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 60 5.1.1 Programming for VCR ...60 5.1.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...60 5.1.3 ...VIZIO.com Position ...56 4.14.7 V. 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 Closed Caption ...47 4.5.6 Digital Closed Caption Style ...47 4.5.7 Image Cleaner ...48 4.5.8 Reset All Settings ...48 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...
...Basic PIP Settings ...59 4.17.3 Setting the Sleep Timer ...14 Chapter 5 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 60 5.1.1 Programming for VCR ...60 5.1.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...60 5.1.3 ...VIZIO.com Position ...56 4.14.7 V. 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 Closed Caption ...47 4.5.6 Digital Closed Caption Style ...47 4.5.7 Image Cleaner ...48 4.5.8 Reset All Settings ...48 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...
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...), Component1, Component2, RGB, HDMI1, HDMI2 and HDMI3. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - Additionally, when the OSD is the window through which all of this button confirms the menu function to the remote signal. 1.2 Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - Point the remote control directly at this button will return to step...
...), Component1, Component2, RGB, HDMI1, HDMI2 and HDMI3. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - Additionally, when the OSD is the window through which all of this button confirms the menu function to the remote signal. 1.2 Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - Point the remote control directly at this button will return to step...
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VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is only functional for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. SET - POWER - VCR - This button selects a programmed DVD player. INPUT - When selecting a digital channel directly use this button for the separation of the Remote Control. This button turns the sound on the following pages. Note: this button to...
VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is only functional for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. SET - POWER - VCR - This button selects a programmed DVD player. INPUT - When selecting a digital channel directly use this button for the separation of the Remote Control. This button turns the sound on the following pages. Note: this button to...
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... Sleep Timer using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. The choices are low or exhausted, replace them into the remote control. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion ...of Batteries in the center of you screen. 2. Dispose of the receiver window, 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. 1.4.2 Remote Control Range Point the remote control...
... Sleep Timer using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. The choices are low or exhausted, replace them into the remote control. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion ...of Batteries in the center of you screen. 2. Dispose of the receiver window, 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. 1.4.2 Remote Control Range Point the remote control...
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Refer to www.antennaweb.org for DTV / TV 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Turn on the Remote Control. Note: a) b) c) d) Not all areas. Refer to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector. 3. Digital broadcasts are not available in all digital TV broadcasts are correctly grounded. ...
Refer to www.antennaweb.org for DTV / TV 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Turn on the Remote Control. Note: a) b) c) d) Not all areas. Refer to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector. 3. Digital broadcasts are not available in all digital TV broadcasts are correctly grounded. ...
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...on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the rear of your VCR 1. Version 2/25/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com Turn off -air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the "Antenna In" connector on the power to the HDTV and VCR. 2. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User ...Manual 2.2.2 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the Remote Control. Note: If you have an off the...
...on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the rear of your VCR 1. Version 2/25/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com Turn off -air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the "Antenna In" connector on the power to the HDTV and VCR. 2. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User ...Manual 2.2.2 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the Remote Control. Note: If you have an off the...
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...to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Turn on the Remote Control. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Refer to the HDMI input of the HDTV, or...-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Version 2/25/2008 18 www.VIZIO.com 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...
...to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Turn on the Remote Control. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Refer to the HDMI input of the HDTV, or...-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Version 2/25/2008 18 www.VIZIO.com 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...
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Use the RGB PC input for added security and protection. Version 2/25/2008 19 www.VIZIO.com HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for a greater ... the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top...to the HDMI Input (white color area) at 60Hz from a PC. Turn on the Remote Control. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the...
Use the RGB PC input for added security and protection. Version 2/25/2008 19 www.VIZIO.com HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for a greater ... the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top...to the HDMI Input (white color area) at 60Hz from a PC. Turn on the Remote Control. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the...
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Connect the Pb/Cb (blue color) connector on the Remote Control. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to... TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. Connect the Pr/Cr (red color) connector on the remote or side of connectors nearest to you can connect the Set-Top Box to the Component 2 connections coded by... do not want to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr /Cr (red color) connector...
Connect the Pb/Cb (blue color) connector on the Remote Control. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to... TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. Connect the Pr/Cr (red color) connector on the remote or side of connectors nearest to you can connect the Set-Top Box to the Component 2 connections coded by... do not want to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr /Cr (red color) connector...
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...connectors associated with the AV1 input (yellow color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. Note: If you are already using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Note: Refer to your Set Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you do not want to... the audio connectors associated with the Video output on your Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn off the power to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in...
...connectors associated with the AV1 input (yellow color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. Note: If you are already using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Note: Refer to your Set Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you do not want to... the audio connectors associated with the Video output on your Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn off the power to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in...
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... and DVD player. 2. Connecting your DVD Player (Best): 1. Turn off the power to 10 meters. Version 2/25/2008 22 www.VIZIO.com HDMI, Component, AV (S-Video or Composite) inputs. Based on your configuration, you can decide which option is right for you. ... the HDMI button on the remote or side of the VIZIO VP50 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 connected to your VP50 HDTV20A; Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the Remote Control.
... and DVD player. 2. Connecting your DVD Player (Best): 1. Turn off the power to 10 meters. Version 2/25/2008 22 www.VIZIO.com HDMI, Component, AV (S-Video or Composite) inputs. Based on your configuration, you can decide which option is right for you. ... the HDMI button on the remote or side of the VIZIO VP50 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 connected to your VP50 HDTV20A; Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the Remote Control.
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...nearest to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV. 3. Version 2/25/2008 24 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at...Turn on your DVD Player (Better): 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on the Remote Control.
...nearest to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV. 3. Version 2/25/2008 24 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at...Turn on your DVD Player (Better): 1. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on the Remote Control.
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...pressing the AV button on your DVD Player (Good) : 1. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on the Remote Control. Select AV1 or AV2 by using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. Video) display on your DVD player User's Manual for more information about the ...of the product. Note: Refer to your DVD player and to the audio connectors associated with the AV3 input on the Remote Control as many times as needed to get AV3 (S- VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.3 Using S-Video (AV3) Connecting your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV2 group (orange...
...pressing the AV button on your DVD Player (Good) : 1. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on the Remote Control. Select AV1 or AV2 by using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. Video) display on your DVD player User's Manual for more information about the ...of the product. Note: Refer to your DVD player and to the audio connectors associated with the AV3 input on the Remote Control as many times as needed to get AV3 (S- VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.3 Using S-Video (AV3) Connecting your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV2 group (orange...
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... about the video output requirements of your VCR or Video Camera and to select AV3 (S- Turn on the remote or side of the HDTV. 4. Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control as many times as it takes to the audio connectors associated with the AV3 input on the rear of... cable to the audio output connectors associated with the S-Video output on your VCR or Video Camera to the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 5. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Video). Turn off the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. Select AV3 using the INPUT ...
... about the video output requirements of your VCR or Video Camera and to select AV3 (S- Turn on the remote or side of the HDTV. 4. Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control as many times as it takes to the audio connectors associated with the AV3 input on the rear of... cable to the audio output connectors associated with the S-Video output on your VCR or Video Camera to the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 5. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Video). Turn off the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. Select AV3 using the INPUT ...
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...audio connectors at the rear of the Plasma HDTV. Version 2/25/2008 27 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the remote control to select the corresponding audio input. b) The audio output is active when receiving... sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to select SPEAKERS. 7. Press the button on the remote control to the LCD HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2. Screen Display (OSD) menu. 5. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1.
...audio connectors at the rear of the Plasma HDTV. Version 2/25/2008 27 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the remote control to select the corresponding audio input. b) The audio output is active when receiving... sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to select SPEAKERS. 7. Press the button on the remote control to the LCD HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2. Screen Display (OSD) menu. 5. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1.
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Turn on the Remote Control. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are not included and can be ...by pressing the RGB button on the HDTV and PC Computer. 5. Select RGB using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. Please see the table below for questions on how to VESA 1366x768 at the... (blue area) at 60Hz for best picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user guide for the factory preset resolutions. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.7 Connecting a PC Computer 1. Note: a) b) For the best picture quality when connecting a pc computer through the...
Turn on the Remote Control. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are not included and can be ...by pressing the RGB button on the HDTV and PC Computer. 5. Select RGB using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. Please see the table below for questions on how to VESA 1366x768 at the... (blue area) at 60Hz for best picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user guide for the factory preset resolutions. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual 2.7 Connecting a PC Computer 1. Note: a) b) For the best picture quality when connecting a pc computer through the...
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... AC wall socket. 2. If you wish to change the OSD language to Español or Français, press the button on the remote control to select the language you start setting your TV set , the Initial Setup screen will be displayed; The Language choice screen will come up;...power cord to the power cord connector on the remote control. Press the button on the TV set , please make sure that the power cord is highlighted. Version 2/25/2008 29 www.VIZIO.com Turning Power On Once all the components are secure. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television...
... AC wall socket. 2. If you wish to change the OSD language to Español or Français, press the button on the remote control to select the language you start setting your TV set , the Initial Setup screen will be displayed; The Language choice screen will come up;...power cord to the power cord connector on the remote control. Press the button on the TV set , please make sure that the power cord is highlighted. Version 2/25/2008 29 www.VIZIO.com Turning Power On Once all the components are secure. VIZIO VP50 HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television...