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... processing digital broadcasts, making it easier for long periods of the Display changes substantially. • Operating environment. Information about the DTV transition is to be connected to receive low power, Class A or translator television stations and with an antenna because of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any way. o The performance of time, unplug the TV from...
... processing digital broadcasts, making it easier for long periods of the Display changes substantially. • Operating environment. Information about the DTV transition is to be connected to receive low power, Class A or translator television stations and with an antenna because of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any way. o The performance of time, unplug the TV from...
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... Remote Control IMPORTANT: Do not apply pressure or throw any object into the screen display area which may compromise the integrity of the accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that the TV is about 50"... and install this unit. Version 8/21/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com The manufacturer's warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installation. Package Contents VIZIO VP505XVT1A Plasma TV VIZIO Universal Remote Control VUR8P HDMI Cable Premium Size VIZIO Screen Cleaning Cloth Power Cord This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Safety Strap Registration Card VIP Services Brochure ...
... Remote Control IMPORTANT: Do not apply pressure or throw any object into the screen display area which may compromise the integrity of the accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that the TV is about 50"... and install this unit. Version 8/21/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com The manufacturer's warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installation. Package Contents VIZIO VP505XVT1A Plasma TV VIZIO Universal Remote Control VUR8P HDMI Cable Premium Size VIZIO Screen Cleaning Cloth Power Cord This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Safety Strap Registration Card VIP Services Brochure ...
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... the strap to shorten the service life of the TV being pulled over. VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VP505XVT1A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO product, visit our web site at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849...
... the strap to shorten the service life of the TV being pulled over. VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VP505XVT1A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO product, visit our web site at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849...
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... required is 600mm horizontally and 200mm vertically. Version 8/21/2008 6 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual Preparing Your PLASMA FHDTV for future use; VIZIO mount brackets come with different length screws. Unplug the power cord and all cables from your specific mount to the TV. Place the TV face down on the stand. 4. in the center of the back panel of the mounting holes is metric M8, 20mm long, 1.25mm...
... required is 600mm horizontally and 200mm vertically. Version 8/21/2008 6 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual Preparing Your PLASMA FHDTV for future use; VIZIO mount brackets come with different length screws. Unplug the power cord and all cables from your specific mount to the TV. Place the TV face down on the stand. 4. in the center of the back panel of the mounting holes is metric M8, 20mm long, 1.25mm...
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... Your Basic Set-Top Box ...21 2.4.1 Using Composite Video ...21 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) ...21 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player ...22 2.5.1 Using HDMI Input ...22 2.5.2 Using Component Video...24 2.5.3 Using S-Video (AV/S-VIDEO)...25 2.5.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Input ...26 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp ...28 2.6.1 Optical Output of Audio received ...29 2.7 Connecting a PC (Computer) ...30 2.7.1 Preset PC Resolutions...31 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 32 3.1 Basic PLASMA FHDTV Start Up ...32 3.2 ATV/DTV Tuner Setup ...36 3.3 Watching a TV Program ...38 3.4 Adjusting Basic...
... Your Basic Set-Top Box ...21 2.4.1 Using Composite Video ...21 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) ...21 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player ...22 2.5.1 Using HDMI Input ...22 2.5.2 Using Component Video...24 2.5.3 Using S-Video (AV/S-VIDEO)...25 2.5.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Input ...26 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp ...28 2.6.1 Optical Output of Audio received ...29 2.7 Connecting a PC (Computer) ...30 2.7.1 Preset PC Resolutions...31 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 32 3.1 Basic PLASMA FHDTV Start Up ...32 3.2 ATV/DTV Tuner Setup ...36 3.3 Watching a TV Program ...38 3.4 Adjusting Basic...
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......59 5.4 Understanding Viewing Features ...60 5.4.1 Viewing Modes ...60 Chapter 6 Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Mode 61 6.1 PIP Mode Adjustments...61 6.1.1 Adjusting Basic PIP Settings ...61 6.2 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 62 6.2.1 Programming for Audio Tuner Amplifier...62 6.2.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...62 6.2.3 Programming for DVD Player ...63 6.2.4 Searching for Component Codes ...63 6.3 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote ...63 Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 64 7.1 Maintenance...64 7.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...64 7.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...66...
......59 5.4 Understanding Viewing Features ...60 5.4.1 Viewing Modes ...60 Chapter 6 Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Mode 61 6.1 PIP Mode Adjustments...61 6.1.1 Adjusting Basic PIP Settings ...61 6.2 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 62 6.2.1 Programming for Audio Tuner Amplifier...62 6.2.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...62 6.2.3 Programming for DVD Player ...63 6.2.4 Searching for Component Codes ...63 6.3 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote ...63 Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 64 7.1 Maintenance...64 7.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...64 7.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...66...
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... port is for composite video devices, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this equipment. 2. Use of this connection. 3. Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from Cable Box) for digital video such as a DVD Player or set top box through this equipment. 10. SERVICE 1 - VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for factory service only. This custom communication port is for purchase from the same source. The white color band on the rear of the TV...
... port is for composite video devices, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this equipment. 2. Use of this connection. 3. Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from Cable Box) for digital video such as a DVD Player or set top box through this equipment. 10. SERVICE 1 - VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for factory service only. This custom communication port is for purchase from the same source. The white color band on the rear of the TV...
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... and vertical sync signals. TV Coaxial RF. This is the most commonly used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. Composite - This is most advanced for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this single pin connector. 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...
... and vertical sync signals. TV Coaxial RF. This is the most commonly used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. Composite - This is most advanced for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this single pin connector. 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...
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... video source and the digital display for details. Connect a HDMI cable to the FHDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. Turn off the power to 10 meters. Turn on the Remote Control. Note: a) The HDMI input on the FHDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 8/21/2008 18 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI Input HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output...
... video source and the digital display for details. Connect a HDMI cable to the FHDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. Turn off the power to 10 meters. Turn on the Remote Control. Note: a) The HDMI input on the FHDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 8/21/2008 18 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI Input HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output...
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... rear of the FHDTV. 4. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI 2 Input (white color area) at the rear of the FHDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the FHDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output requirements of the FHDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button...
... rear of the FHDTV. 4. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI 2 Input (white color area) at the rear of the FHDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the FHDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output requirements of the FHDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button...
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... is right for you. 2.5.1 Using HDMI Input DVD players that have a digital interface such as the input and follow steps 1 through 3; Turn off the power to the HDMI1 Input (white color area) at the rear of the FHDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your VP505XVT1A: HDMI, Component or AV (S-Video or Composite) inputs. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cables. Connecting your DVD player and the other end to...
... is right for you. 2.5.1 Using HDMI Input DVD players that have a digital interface such as the input and follow steps 1 through 3; Turn off the power to the HDMI1 Input (white color area) at the rear of the FHDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your VP505XVT1A: HDMI, Component or AV (S-Video or Composite) inputs. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cables. Connecting your DVD player and the other end to...
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... the remote control to highlight the option OFF. 9. VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. Press either ▼ or ▲to select the Audio Adjust menu. 6. Press the OK key to the PLASMA FHDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2. Turn off the power to accept the choice. 10. Once the adjustments are completed press the MENU button repeatedly or the EXIT once to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu...
... the remote control to highlight the option OFF. 9. VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. Press either ▼ or ▲to select the Audio Adjust menu. 6. Press the OK key to the PLASMA FHDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2. Turn off the power to accept the choice. 10. Once the adjustments are completed press the MENU button repeatedly or the EXIT once to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu...
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.... 9. Using a SPDIF cable, connect the cable to the audio input connector on the remote control to select the corresponding audio input. The audio output is not amplified and cannot be routed through your Receiver/Amp stereo system. Press either ▼or▲ on the power to select SPEAKERS. 7. VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual 2.6.1 Optical Output of Audio received If your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the optical AUDIO OUT (white area) at the rear...
.... 9. Using a SPDIF cable, connect the cable to the audio input connector on the remote control to select the corresponding audio input. The audio output is not amplified and cannot be routed through your Receiver/Amp stereo system. Press either ▼or▲ on the power to select SPEAKERS. 7. VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual 2.6.1 Optical Output of Audio received If your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the optical AUDIO OUT (white area) at the rear...
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.... Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the FHDTV, or press the Power ON (Red) button on the remote control and skip to Step 5. Version 8/21/2008 32 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television For 'Preparing Your PLASMA FHDTV for Wall Mounting', see Chapter 2 for viewing your choice. The Language selection screen will come up. Connect Audio and Video Cables to...
.... Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the FHDTV, or press the Power ON (Red) button on the remote control and skip to Step 5. Version 8/21/2008 32 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television For 'Preparing Your PLASMA FHDTV for Wall Mounting', see Chapter 2 for viewing your choice. The Language selection screen will come up. Connect Audio and Video Cables to...
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... be displayed to be used is no picture, make a selection, press either channel 3 or channel 4 matching the channel which setup includes a box with the specific channel when using the Input button on the remote control to call your TV set . c. When finished, the Complete screen will be able to provider; To make sure you must use the HDMI (best) or Component connection. a. Note: The TV will be selected varies from provider to change programs or channels;
... be displayed to be used is no picture, make a selection, press either channel 3 or channel 4 matching the channel which setup includes a box with the specific channel when using the Input button on the remote control to call your TV set . c. When finished, the Complete screen will be able to provider; To make sure you must use the HDMI (best) or Component connection. a. Note: The TV will be selected varies from provider to change programs or channels;
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... the peripherals to clean the display. Power is ON but no screen Make sure the video cable supplied with the TV is seriously contaminated, use a soft cloth moistened with the following instructions. VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 7.1 Maintenance Important 1. Wipe the display with a dry cloth after cleaning. 7.2 Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in accordance with diluted...
... the peripherals to clean the display. Power is ON but no screen Make sure the video cable supplied with the TV is seriously contaminated, use a soft cloth moistened with the following instructions. VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 7.1 Maintenance Important 1. Wipe the display with a dry cloth after cleaning. 7.2 Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in accordance with diluted...
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... type of the source device. Remote Control does not work . Make sure that are always dark or colored. Make sure that your TV. Best Image Quality will change. For best image quality, view HD wide screen programs where possible. Compare the video input source's specifications with 480i input, follow instructions in page 48 to "wake" your Set-Top Box, DVD, etc. Make sure that the power button is the cause of your audio input source cables are inherent to...
... type of the source device. Remote Control does not work . Make sure that are always dark or colored. Make sure that your TV. Best Image Quality will change. For best image quality, view HD wide screen programs where possible. Compare the video input source's specifications with 480i input, follow instructions in page 48 to "wake" your Set-Top Box, DVD, etc. Make sure that the power button is the cause of your audio input source cables are inherent to...
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... plus Stereo Audio, 1 x S-Video (AV) plus Stereo Audio, 1 x Composite Video (AV) Outputs 1x SPDIF Optical Digital Audio, 1x Analog Stereo Audio Features ATSC/Clear QAM tuner, NTSC video decoding via RF or composite video, 3:2 or 2:2 reverse pull-down, Motion adaptive de-interlace, Progressive video scan via component video/VGA/HDMI, FHDTV via HDMI or component video, FHDTV via HDMI or component video, Color temperature adjustments of 5400K/6500K/9300K, Independent Red/Green/Blue adjustments for direct power line connection Voltage...
... plus Stereo Audio, 1 x S-Video (AV) plus Stereo Audio, 1 x Composite Video (AV) Outputs 1x SPDIF Optical Digital Audio, 1x Analog Stereo Audio Features ATSC/Clear QAM tuner, NTSC video decoding via RF or composite video, 3:2 or 2:2 reverse pull-down, Motion adaptive de-interlace, Progressive video scan via component video/VGA/HDMI, FHDTV via HDMI or component video, FHDTV via HDMI or component video, Color temperature adjustments of 5400K/6500K/9300K, Independent Red/Green/Blue adjustments for direct power line connection Voltage...
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... Reset, 55 Sleep Timer, 52 DTV Tuner Setup MTS, 52 Skip Channel, 37 DVI Connecting your DVD Player, 24 Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 20 Version 8/21/2008 VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual G Glossary, 69 H HDMI Connecting your DVD Player, 23 Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 19 I Inputs Antenna, 3 Connectors, 16 Rear Label, 10 Installation Base removal, 6 Preparation, 5 Safetey Strap, 5 Wall Mounting, 5, 6 O OSD Brightness Adjustment, 42 Closed Caption Selection, 52 Color Adjustment, 43 Outputs Using 5.1 Surround with a Home Theatre System, 29 P Parental Control Block Unrated Programming...
... Reset, 55 Sleep Timer, 52 DTV Tuner Setup MTS, 52 Skip Channel, 37 DVI Connecting your DVD Player, 24 Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 20 Version 8/21/2008 VIZIO® VP505XVT1A User Manual G Glossary, 69 H HDMI Connecting your DVD Player, 23 Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 19 I Inputs Antenna, 3 Connectors, 16 Rear Label, 10 Installation Base removal, 6 Preparation, 5 Safetey Strap, 5 Wall Mounting, 5, 6 O OSD Brightness Adjustment, 42 Closed Caption Selection, 52 Color Adjustment, 43 Outputs Using 5.1 Surround with a Home Theatre System, 29 P Parental Control Block Unrated Programming...
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... Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions. If VIZIO Technical Support determines that a repair is within approximately 3 to 5 business days, pending availability of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty and that a problem with a return authorization number and replacement instructions. Proof of purchase is required to confirm the product is not economically possible, based on certain manufacturing defects in materials and/or...
... Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions. If VIZIO Technical Support determines that a repair is within approximately 3 to 5 business days, pending availability of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty and that a problem with a return authorization number and replacement instructions. Proof of purchase is required to confirm the product is not economically possible, based on certain manufacturing defects in materials and/or...
