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...com. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO Plasma TV, please visit our website at our website www.vizioce.com or fill in your VIZIO VP50HDTV either at www.vizioce.com or call 949-668-0588 or email us... card and mail it in. Purchase Date VIZIO is incorporated under license from your new VIZIO VP50 High Definition Plasma Television purchase. We recommend you will experience many years of HDMI Licensing LLC. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO VP50 High Definition Television.
...com. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO Plasma TV, please visit our website at our website www.vizioce.com or fill in your VIZIO VP50HDTV either at www.vizioce.com or call 949-668-0588 or email us... card and mail it in. Purchase Date VIZIO is incorporated under license from your new VIZIO VP50 High Definition Plasma Television purchase. We recommend you will experience many years of HDMI Licensing LLC. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO VP50 High Definition Television.
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...from being damaged, the following safety instructions before moving the product. If you to the appliance. Overloading can result in electric shock or fire. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug, a plug ...with a third (grounding) pin. Pulling the power cable itself may cause fire or electric shock. • Do not install the product in the User Manual. radiator, heater, oven, amplifier etc. For more information, contact your dealer.
...from being damaged, the following safety instructions before moving the product. If you to the appliance. Overloading can result in electric shock or fire. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug, a plug ...with a third (grounding) pin. Pulling the power cable itself may cause fire or electric shock. • Do not install the product in the User Manual. radiator, heater, oven, amplifier etc. For more information, contact your dealer.
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Version 4/17/2007 3 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to earth in wire ...
Version 4/17/2007 3 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to earth in wire ...
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... and never place the HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. Package Contents VIZIO VP50HDTV VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure Additional Certified Accessories for the...
... and never place the HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. Package Contents VIZIO VP50HDTV VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure Additional Certified Accessories for the...
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... so as not to shorten the service life of the electronic components. VIZIO offers professional installation services. Place the VP50HDTV face down on the base. 5. Please make sure to read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. Version 4/17/2007 5 www.VIZIOCE.com Avoid installing the TV...not be removed, noted by the green circles. To remove the stand base 1. If you choose to mount the VP50HDTV on a flat surface to avoid tipping. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Installation Preparation Please read the instructions of your specific mount to properly hang the...
... so as not to shorten the service life of the electronic components. VIZIO offers professional installation services. Place the VP50HDTV face down on the base. 5. Please make sure to read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. Version 4/17/2007 5 www.VIZIOCE.com Avoid installing the TV...not be removed, noted by the green circles. To remove the stand base 1. If you choose to mount the VP50HDTV on a flat surface to avoid tipping. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Installation Preparation Please read the instructions of your specific mount to properly hang the...
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VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 8 1.1 Front Panel...8 1.2 Side Panel Controls...8 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...9 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...11 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 13...POP)Mode 52 3.5.13 Adjusting Basic PIP/POP Settings ...52 3.5.14 Using the Parental Controls...53 3.6 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 55 3.6.1 Programming for VCR ...55 3.6.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...55 3.6.3 Programming ...
VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 8 1.1 Front Panel...8 1.2 Side Panel Controls...8 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...9 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...11 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 13...POP)Mode 52 3.5.13 Adjusting Basic PIP/POP Settings ...52 3.5.14 Using the Parental Controls...53 3.6 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 55 3.6.1 Programming for VCR ...55 3.6.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...55 3.6.3 Programming ...
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VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 4.4 Compliance ...60 4.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...60 Chapter 5 Miscellaneous Information 61 5.1 Specifications ...61 5.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...62 5.3 Index ...63 5.4 Limited Product Warranty...65 5.4.1 VIZIO EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY 65 5.5 Component Program Codes...66 Version 4/17/2007 7 www.VIZIOCE.com
VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 4.4 Compliance ...60 4.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...60 Chapter 5 Miscellaneous Information 61 5.1 Specifications ...61 5.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...62 5.3 Index ...63 5.4 Limited Product Warranty...65 5.4.1 VIZIO EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY 65 5.5 Component Program Codes...66 Version 4/17/2007 7 www.VIZIOCE.com
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... through which all of this window for the best response to AV1 Video only, then Video will be the only choice for AV1. Menu - VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - Input (Enter) - Remote Control Sensor - Point the remote control directly at ... sequence, you have stepped through the input sources in the OSD menus. If a submenu is active, this button will return to the VP50HDTV off . Additionally, when the OSD is active, pressing this button confirms the menu function to the previous menu level. Once you will ...
... through which all of this window for the best response to AV1 Video only, then Video will be the only choice for AV1. Menu - VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - Input (Enter) - Remote Control Sensor - Point the remote control directly at ... sequence, you have stepped through the input sources in the OSD menus. If a submenu is active, this button will return to the VP50HDTV off . Additionally, when the OSD is active, pressing this button confirms the menu function to the previous menu level. Once you will ...
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... for factory service only. 2. DTV - The gray color band on this connection. 4. When the DTV input is for Digital TV.* 3. 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Right Portion 1 2 3 VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 4 1.
... for factory service only. 2. DTV - The gray color band on this connection. 4. When the DTV input is for Digital TV.* 3. 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Right Portion 1 2 3 VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 4 1.
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... the TV indicates this connection. 12. The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 10. AV1 In - SERVICE 1 - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for factory service only. 6. Connect the secondary source for composite video devices, such as a VCR or video...indicates this connection. 11. Connect the primary source for composite video devices, such as a home theatre system, external amplifier or stereo. HDMI 2 - HDMI 1 - Left Portion 5 6 7 8 VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 9 Note 13 14 10 12 5.
... the TV indicates this connection. 12. The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 10. AV1 In - SERVICE 1 - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for factory service only. 6. Connect the secondary source for composite video devices, such as a VCR or video...indicates this connection. 11. Connect the primary source for composite video devices, such as a home theatre system, external amplifier or stereo. HDMI 2 - HDMI 1 - Left Portion 5 6 7 8 VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 9 Note 13 14 10 12 5.
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... only functional for DTV. This button displays program information. This button works to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on from the Standby mode. Version 4/17/2007 11 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence...
... only functional for DTV. This button displays program information. This button works to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on from the Standby mode. Version 4/17/2007 11 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence...
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VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual WIDE/Record - The options are 4:3 and 16:9. This button allows the user to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer in the zoom mode parts of the picture will select the MTS options of the screen. CC/Stop - This button will set the default Closed Caption setting for the VIZIO VP50HDTV. Note that...
VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual WIDE/Record - The options are 4:3 and 16:9. This button allows the user to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer in the zoom mode parts of the picture will select the MTS options of the screen. CC/Stop - This button will set the default Closed Caption setting for the VIZIO VP50HDTV. Note that...
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... result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of the batteries in cracking or leakage that you ... apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. Do not mix new and old batteries. Do not attempt to personal injury. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does respond...
... result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of the batteries in cracking or leakage that you ... apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. Do not mix new and old batteries. Do not attempt to personal injury. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does respond...
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... video signal is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VP50HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this way avoids 'cross color' effects where...
... video signal is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VP50HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this way avoids 'cross color' effects where...
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...Remote Control. If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 2.2.1 Using HDMI Cable and Satellite Boxes that is 10 meters or less. Connect a HDMI cable to your... HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Refer to the HDMI output of the Plasma TV. 3. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top...
...Remote Control. If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 2.2.1 Using HDMI Cable and Satellite Boxes that is 10 meters or less. Connect a HDMI cable to your... HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Refer to the HDMI output of the Plasma TV. 3. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top...
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... for a greater selection of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Plasma TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on the power to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. If you are already... not want to use the HDMI 1 input for the Set-Top Box, you can connect the Set-Top Box to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for HD Video and will only support 640x480 at the rear of the Plasma TV. 4.
... for a greater selection of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Plasma TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on the power to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. If you are already... not want to use the HDMI 1 input for the Set-Top Box, you can connect the Set-Top Box to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for HD Video and will only support 640x480 at the rear of the Plasma TV. 4.
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...: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on your cable or satellite operator. 17 www.VIZIOCE.com Top Box. 2. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the Plasma TV, or directly by the orange area. Connect the Pr...
...: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on your cable or satellite operator. 17 www.VIZIOCE.com Top Box. 2. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the Plasma TV, or directly by the orange area. Connect the Pr...
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... the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the Plasma TV. 2. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Refer to the program guides, or consult your antenna or digital cable to ...
... the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the Plasma TV. 2. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Refer to the program guides, or consult your antenna or digital cable to ...
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... to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1.
... to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1.
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...the rear of the product. 20 www.VIZIOCE.com Connect one for you can connect the DVD player to the HDMI input of the VIZIO VP50HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of the Plasma TV. 3. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button... the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. Based on the power to your DVD player user manual for optimal results. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the ...
...the rear of the product. 20 www.VIZIOCE.com Connect one for you can connect the DVD player to the HDMI input of the VIZIO VP50HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of the Plasma TV. 3. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button... the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. Based on the power to your DVD player user manual for optimal results. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the ...