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... FHDTV10A either at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on -site extended warranty service plans. We hope you will experience many years of VIZIO, Inc. We recommend you for your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call toll free at our website www...
... FHDTV10A either at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on -site extended warranty service plans. We hope you will experience many years of VIZIO, Inc. We recommend you for your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call toll free at our website www...
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... avoid risk of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any abnormality occurs. Operating the product in the User Manual. When the product will not be observed for repair. o Liquid sprays or any way. o The Display is exposed to rain or other... removing the back cover may cause fire or electric shock. • Slots and openings in electric shock or fire. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate ...
... avoid risk of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any abnormality occurs. Operating the product in the User Manual. When the product will not be observed for repair. o Liquid sprays or any way. o The Display is exposed to rain or other... removing the back cover may cause fire or electric shock. • Slots and openings in electric shock or fire. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate ...
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VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and...
VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and...
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... warranty. and it from transportation damage. Now you unpack and install the HDTV. Package Contents VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control VR2 Power Cord Safety Strap This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2 (Double A) Batteries for future shipping. IMPORTANT...: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information NOTE: Do not press on...
... warranty. and it from transportation damage. Now you unpack and install the HDTV. Package Contents VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control VR2 Power Cord Safety Strap This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2 (Double A) Batteries for future shipping. IMPORTANT...: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information NOTE: Do not press on...
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... see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for your VIZIO product, visit our web site at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your TV on these services at 888...-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. Fix one end of the electronic components. Version 2/29/2008 5 www.VIZIO.com Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; If you have a...
... see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for your VIZIO product, visit our web site at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your TV on these services at 888...-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. Fix one end of the electronic components. Version 2/29/2008 5 www.VIZIO.com Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; If you have a...
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...mounted on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base. our brackets come with different length screws to the TV set; Please make sure to read the instructions of your specific mount to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the mounting holes ...required is 600mm horizontally and 200mm vertically. The length of the mounting holes is metric M8, 1.25mm pitch. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A can either be removed. 4. The pitch of the screws will depend on a soft and flat ...
...mounted on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base. our brackets come with different length screws to the TV set; Please make sure to read the instructions of your specific mount to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the mounting holes ...required is 600mm horizontally and 200mm vertically. The length of the mounting holes is metric M8, 1.25mm pitch. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A can either be removed. 4. The pitch of the screws will depend on a soft and flat ...
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VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A 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 Left Side Connections ...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...) through RGB (15-Pin VGA) Input 27 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 28 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...28 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...33 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...34 3.4 Program Information...35 3.5 Information on HDTV Status ......
VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A 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 Left Side Connections ...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...) through RGB (15-Pin VGA) Input 27 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 28 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...28 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...33 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...34 3.4 Program Information...35 3.5 Information on HDTV Status ......
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... 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...64 5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...65 5.4 Compliance ...66 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...66 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 67 6.1 Specifications ...67 6.2 Glossary - VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 4.3.8 Lip Sync...45 4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup...46 4.4.1 Tuner Mode ...46 4.4.2 Auto Search...46 4.4.3 Skip Channel ...47 4.4.4 MTS ...47 4.4.5 Time Zone ...47 4.4.6 Daylight Saving...47 4.5 DTV...
... 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...64 5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...65 5.4 Compliance ...66 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...66 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 67 6.1 Specifications ...67 6.2 Glossary - VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 4.3.8 Lip Sync...45 4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup...46 4.4.1 Tuner Mode ...46 4.4.2 Auto Search...46 4.4.3 Skip Channel ...47 4.4.4 MTS ...47 4.4.5 Time Zone ...47 4.4.6 Daylight Saving...47 4.5 DTV...
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...down controls in the OSD menus. Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to the speaker volume. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT - This is active, these buttons to increase or decrease to the sensor. VOLUME +/- - ...previous menu level. Use these buttons function as left and right controls in the following sequence: TV, AV1, AV2/S-Video, Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, and HDMI 3. The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. While the OSD is the...
...down controls in the OSD menus. Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to the speaker volume. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT - This is active, these buttons to increase or decrease to the sensor. VOLUME +/- - ...previous menu level. Use these buttons function as left and right controls in the following sequence: TV, AV1, AV2/S-Video, Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, and HDMI 3. The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. While the OSD is the...
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... this signal. 7. The green color band on the rear of this connection. *For digital TV stations in the supplied AC Power Cord here. 2. Connect a source for digital video such ...as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this all digital connector. DTV - VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 1 2 4 6 7 9 11 3 5 8 10 12 1. HDMI 1 - Connect the... -When a digital audio signal is associated with an input which is for purchase from the LCD HDTV to right, use green for Y, blue for Pb (or Cb), red for Pr ...
... this signal. 7. The green color band on the rear of this connection. *For digital TV stations in the supplied AC Power Cord here. 2. Connect a source for digital video such ...as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this all digital connector. DTV - VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 1 2 4 6 7 9 11 3 5 8 10 12 1. HDMI 1 - Connect the... -When a digital audio signal is associated with an input which is for purchase from the LCD HDTV to right, use green for Y, blue for Pb (or Cb), red for Pr ...
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VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 Left Side Connections 1. Connect the secondary source for composite video devices; Use the white and red connectors to the program being watched. The S-Video, if connected, will take priority over the video of the RCA connector; such as a VCR, Video Camera or video game. AV2/S-VIDEO IN - Version 2/29/2008 11 www.VIZIO.com keep in mind that the audio (white and red) connectors need to be connected to the source in order to listen to connect the external audio from the same source.
VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 Left Side Connections 1. Connect the secondary source for composite video devices; Use the white and red connectors to the program being watched. The S-Video, if connected, will take priority over the video of the RCA connector; such as a VCR, Video Camera or video game. AV2/S-VIDEO IN - Version 2/29/2008 11 www.VIZIO.com keep in mind that the audio (white and red) connectors need to be connected to the source in order to listen to connect the external audio from the same source.
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... buttons are used within a menu selection, pressing this button to the Standby mode. This button recalls the previously viewed channel. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - Press it again to return to select AV1 and AV2 (either Composite or S-Video) input. Press it... a second time and the Electronic Programming Guide will appear in TV mode and the information of the feature to navigate the OSD menu...
... buttons are used within a menu selection, pressing this button to the Standby mode. This button recalls the previously viewed channel. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - Press it again to return to select AV1 and AV2 (either Composite or S-Video) input. Press it... a second time and the Electronic Programming Guide will appear in TV mode and the information of the feature to navigate the OSD menu...
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...LCD HDTV, refer to work , 10178 or 01377. Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the receiver window. If your cable or satellite remote uses a 5-digit code (like most Direct TV...attempt to program the remote. Dispose of the batteries in accordance with a volatile solvent. If your LCD HDTV. Typically power, volume and mute will work your cable or satellite remote uses a 3digit ... remote control with local laws and regulations. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire.
...LCD HDTV, refer to work , 10178 or 01377. Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the receiver window. If your cable or satellite remote uses a 5-digit code (like most Direct TV...attempt to program the remote. Dispose of the batteries in accordance with a volatile solvent. If your LCD HDTV. Typically power, volume and mute will work your cable or satellite remote uses a 3digit ... remote control with local laws and regulations. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire.
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...signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information. Note: For more sharply. The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the... RGB PC (VGA) - Separating the color in this single (yellow) pin connector. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? When used video connection. TV Coaxial RF. This is the most advanced for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection...
...signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information. Note: For more sharply. The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the... RGB PC (VGA) - Separating the color in this single (yellow) pin connector. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? When used video connection. TV Coaxial RF. This is the most advanced for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection...
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... the HDTV. 4. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your VCR 1. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Turn on the rear of your VCR to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). 2.2.2 Using the...
... the HDTV. 4. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your VCR 1. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Turn on the rear of your VCR to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). 2.2.2 Using the...
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VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is being used, you can select either HDMI 2 or HDMI 3 in Step 4. ... to the HDMI input of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to your cable...
VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is being used, you can select either HDMI 2 or HDMI 3 in Step 4. ... to the HDMI input of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to your cable...
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...directly by pressing the HDMI button on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output ... the HDMI end to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn on your cable or satellite operator. Version 2/29/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV. 4.
...directly by pressing the HDMI button on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output ... the HDMI end to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn on your cable or satellite operator. Version 2/29/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV. 4.
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... more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your cable or satellite operator. If Component 1 is being used, then use Component 2 as the input and follow Steps 1 through... off the power to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in Step 7. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the HDTV and HDTV Set-...
... more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your cable or satellite operator. If Component 1 is being used, then use Component 2 as the input and follow Steps 1 through... off the power to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in Step 7. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the HDTV and HDTV Set-...
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VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 4. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. 2.4.2 Using .... 5. Please contact your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV. 3. The most common channels; Version 2/29/2008 19 www.VIZIO.com Note: Refer to your signal provider to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the HDTV. 3....
VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 4. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. 2.4.2 Using .... 5. Please contact your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV. 3. The most common channels; Version 2/29/2008 19 www.VIZIO.com Note: Refer to your signal provider to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the HDTV. 3....
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... of your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A for optimal results. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for connecting your DVD player to your DVD Player (Best): 1.... Turn off the power to 10 meters. Turn on the Remote Control. 5. Connecting your VW42L FHDTV10A; Version 2/29/2008 20 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI ...
... of your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A for optimal results. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for connecting your DVD player to your DVD Player (Best): 1.... Turn off the power to 10 meters. Turn on the Remote Control. 5. Connecting your VW42L FHDTV10A; Version 2/29/2008 20 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI ...