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For assistance, please call (877) 698-4946 or email us to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on your set, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. These plans give additional ...coverage during the standard warranty period. HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks of VIZIO, Inc. We recommend you register your registration...
For assistance, please call (877) 698-4946 or email us to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on your set, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for future reference. These plans give additional ...coverage during the standard warranty period. HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks of VIZIO, Inc. We recommend you register your registration...
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...your specific mount to mount the VW42L FHDTV10A on the wall for viewing. To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). If you choose to properly hang the VW42L FHDTV10A. ... of the TV. our brackets come with different length screws to the TV set; Gently remove the stand base. 5. 5. Version 2/29/2008 6 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A can either be removed. 4. To remove the stand base 1. ...
...your specific mount to mount the VW42L FHDTV10A on the wall for viewing. To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). If you choose to properly hang the VW42L FHDTV10A. ... of the TV. our brackets come with different length screws to the TV set; Gently remove the stand base. 5. 5. Version 2/29/2008 6 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A can either be removed. 4. To remove the stand base 1. ...
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...VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...13 1.5.4 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote...13 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 14 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...14 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) ...15 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV /TV 15 2.2.2 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR 15 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set...-Top Box ...16 2.3.1 Using HDMI ...16 2.3.2 Using Component Video...18 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box ...19 2.4.1 Using Composite Video ...19 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) ...19...
...VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...13 1.5.4 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote...13 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 14 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...14 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) ...15 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV /TV 15 2.2.2 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR 15 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set...-Top Box ...16 2.3.1 Using HDMI ...16 2.3.2 Using Component Video...18 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box ...19 2.4.1 Using Composite Video ...19 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) ...19...
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...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...4.5.4 Input Naming ...49 4.5.5 Closed Caption (CC)...50 4.5.6 Closed Caption On Mute ...50 4.5.7 Digital Closed Caption ...51 4.5.8 Reset All Settings ...51 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...52 4.6.1 Channel Block ...52 4.6.2 US TV Rating...53 4.6.3 US Movie Rating...54 ...
...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...4.5.4 Input Naming ...49 4.5.5 Closed Caption (CC)...50 4.5.6 Closed Caption On Mute ...50 4.5.7 Digital Closed Caption ...51 4.5.8 Reset All Settings ...51 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...52 4.6.1 Channel Block ...52 4.6.2 US TV Rating...53 4.6.3 US Movie Rating...54 ...
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... source for component video devices such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box here. Use the white and red connectors to an antenna or digital cable (no Cable Box) for Digital TV.* 11. Version 2/29/2008 10 www.VIZIO.com AC IN - HDMI 1 - For users who want to ...associated with this connection. 8. Plug-in your home theatre system. Connect a third source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this connection. *For digital TV stations in the supplied AC Power Cord here. 2. Speakers cannot be available on the rear of...
... source for component video devices such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box here. Use the white and red connectors to an antenna or digital cable (no Cable Box) for Digital TV.* 11. Version 2/29/2008 10 www.VIZIO.com AC IN - HDMI 1 - For users who want to ...associated with this connection. 8. Plug-in your home theatre system. Connect a third source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this connection. *For digital TV stations in the supplied AC Power Cord here. 2. Speakers cannot be available on the rear of...
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...HDMI 3) inputs in the screen. When selecting a digital channel directly use this button will return to the beginning. - (DASH) - Version 2/29/2008 12 www.VIZIO.com POWER ( ) - When it is shown. VOL ▲/▼ - This button change the channels up and down . For example, channel 28-2 would be... this button to navigate the OSD menu. for the separation of main and sub-channels. Press this button is shown on the screen and option settings to turn a feature off . Press it repeatedly. TV - Press this button to select the HDMI input. Press this button to the Standby ...
...HDMI 3) inputs in the screen. When selecting a digital channel directly use this button will return to the beginning. - (DASH) - Version 2/29/2008 12 www.VIZIO.com POWER ( ) - When it is shown. VOL ▲/▼ - This button change the channels up and down . For example, channel 28-2 would be... this button to navigate the OSD menu. for the separation of main and sub-channels. Press this button is shown on the screen and option settings to turn a feature off . Press it repeatedly. TV - Press this button to select the HDMI input. Press this button to the Standby ...
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...for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to the Quick Start Guide Version 2/29/2008 14 www.VIZIO.com 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...green signal. This is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information. The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of TV Composite (AV1...
...for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to the Quick Start Guide Version 2/29/2008 14 www.VIZIO.com 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...green signal. This is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information. The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of TV Composite (AV1...
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... Box user manual for optimal results. Refer to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. following Steps 1 through 3 and then selecting either HDMI 2 or HDMI3; See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the ...1 is 10 meters. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. 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. ...
... Box user manual for optimal results. Refer to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. following Steps 1 through 3 and then selecting either HDMI 2 or HDMI3; See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the ...1 is 10 meters. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. 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. ...
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...display for more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Version 2/29/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: 1. Refer to your...connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input ...
...display for more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Version 2/29/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: 1. Refer to your...connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input ...
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...audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on the power to your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in Step 7. selecting Component 2 in the Component 1 group (green color area -... the remote or side of the HDTV. 6. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the Remote Control. 8. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Note: ...
...audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on the power to your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in Step 7. selecting Component 2 in the Component 1 group (green color area -... the remote or side of the HDTV. 6. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the Remote Control. 8. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Note: ...
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...with the Video output on your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) 1. Version 2/29/2008 19 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to...white and red connectors, connect the cable to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 4. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 5. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Using the AV Cable...
...with the Video output on your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) 1. Version 2/29/2008 19 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to...white and red connectors, connect the cable to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 4. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 5. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Using the AV Cable...
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... often the values required by the software or programs to set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for best picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user guide for the factory preset resolutions. The following timing 136.5MHz. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.8.1 Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to...
... often the values required by the software or programs to set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for best picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user guide for the factory preset resolutions. The following timing 136.5MHz. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.8.1 Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to...
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...Cables to the HDTV (see pages 14 ~ 26 for Wall Mounting', see page 6. 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up 1. Initial Setup After powering on the TV set, the Initial Setup screen will be displayed; If you wish to change the OSD language to Español or Français, press the... Box from your Local Cable or Satellite Service Company or other equipment is not your case, please continue at Step b. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television For 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for detailed steps) 3. Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord ...
...Cables to the HDTV (see pages 14 ~ 26 for Wall Mounting', see page 6. 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up 1. Initial Setup After powering on the TV set, the Initial Setup screen will be displayed; If you wish to change the OSD language to Español or Français, press the... Box from your Local Cable or Satellite Service Company or other equipment is not your case, please continue at Step b. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television For 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for detailed steps) 3. Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord ...
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...Satellite Receiver) source, using different inputs at the back of the TV or using the Input button on the remote control to inform you TV set. When finished, the Complete screen will be displayed to exit and begin watching TV. 5. The screen will cycle you through cable depends upon ...which direction to point your antenna. Version 2/29/2008 30 www.VIZIO.com Note: DTV digital broadcast is not available in Clear QAM; Pressing this button will now change to show the progress of the search for...
...Satellite Receiver) source, using different inputs at the back of the TV or using the Input button on the remote control to inform you TV set. When finished, the Complete screen will be displayed to exit and begin watching TV. 5. The screen will cycle you through cable depends upon ...which direction to point your antenna. Version 2/29/2008 30 www.VIZIO.com Note: DTV digital broadcast is not available in Clear QAM; Pressing this button will now change to show the progress of the search for...
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...channels would help you to optimize your provider company so they could provide you have an HD service you will see a picture on the TV set. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual a. Fine Tuning your Cable Box, VCR, External TV Tuner or Satellite Receiver and you must use the HDMI (best)... connection. Some examples of such equipment for Home Use. please follow the steps below to find the signal. Turn on your TV set display: a. Version 2/29/2008 31 www.VIZIO.com RF (DTV/TV) connector, Composite (Yellow, Red and White) connectors, Component (Red, Green, Blue plus Red and White) ...
...channels would help you to optimize your provider company so they could provide you have an HD service you will see a picture on the TV set. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual a. Fine Tuning your Cable Box, VCR, External TV Tuner or Satellite Receiver and you must use the HDMI (best)... connection. Some examples of such equipment for Home Use. please follow the steps below to find the signal. Turn on your TV set display: a. Version 2/29/2008 31 www.VIZIO.com RF (DTV/TV) connector, Composite (Yellow, Red and White) connectors, Component (Red, Green, Blue plus Red and White) ...
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.... Press LAST key repeatedly to automatically reproduce the best picture quality out of your TV watching!! this will appear showing Time Zone. Your new TV set is been fed into it , Press either or button to ensure that the correct program times are shown when pressing the Guide key: Press the... FHDTV10A User Manual d. Press either or button to the icon showing the little satellite dish or antenna. Version 2/29/2008 32 www.VIZIO.com e. The next screen will bring up the picture mode menu. Note: If Procedure 4 had been done, you would like to do the following to ...
.... Press LAST key repeatedly to automatically reproduce the best picture quality out of your TV watching!! this will appear showing Time Zone. Your new TV set is been fed into it , Press either or button to ensure that the correct program times are shown when pressing the Guide key: Press the... FHDTV10A User Manual d. Press either or button to the icon showing the little satellite dish or antenna. Version 2/29/2008 32 www.VIZIO.com e. The next screen will bring up the picture mode menu. Note: If Procedure 4 had been done, you would like to do the following to ...
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... pressing the INPUT button on the remote or on the remote control, will change the channel. If you are watching broadcasts through a cable or satellite set -top box connected by a Component (YPbPr) cable, select Component directly by pressing the Component button on the remote, or by pressing the INPUT button on... on the remote, or by pressing the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV. Version 2/29/2008 33 www.VIZIO.com The VIZIO logo on the remote or the CH+ / CH- b. buttons on the side of the HDTV. Note: You should be able to white. 2. If you...
... pressing the INPUT button on the remote or on the remote control, will change the channel. If you are watching broadcasts through a cable or satellite set -top box connected by a Component (YPbPr) cable, select Component directly by pressing the Component button on the remote, or by pressing the INPUT button on... on the remote, or by pressing the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV. Version 2/29/2008 33 www.VIZIO.com The VIZIO logo on the remote or the CH+ / CH- b. buttons on the side of the HDTV. Note: You should be able to white. 2. If you...
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..., on the side of the HDTV or remote control once for the next or previous channel, or hold the VOL+ or VOL- VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings Volume To increase the volume, press and hold it . Press the MENU button on the HDTV. Note: Channel up the OSD... channels, press the CH+ or CH- button on page 63. Press the it depressed until the desired level is reached. Version 2/29/2008 34 www.VIZIO.com
..., on the side of the HDTV or remote control once for the next or previous channel, or hold the VOL+ or VOL- VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings Volume To increase the volume, press and hold it . Press the MENU button on the HDTV. Note: Channel up the OSD... channels, press the CH+ or CH- button on page 63. Press the it depressed until the desired level is reached. Version 2/29/2008 34 www.VIZIO.com
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...button on the screen. 2. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to adjust. 4. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) The... control or the VOL + or VOL - The On Screen Display (OSD) allows you to the settings, even if the TV is displayed, press the or button on your selected input source. Note: ...of the HDTV to select one of the TV can control all the function settings. Version 2/29/2008 36 www.VIZIO.com the TV Rating submenu for Parental Controls. 1. The TV will be shown...
...button on the screen. 2. Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button repeatedly to adjust. 4. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) The... control or the VOL + or VOL - The On Screen Display (OSD) allows you to the settings, even if the TV is displayed, press the or button on your selected input source. Note: ...of the HDTV to select one of the TV can control all the function settings. Version 2/29/2008 36 www.VIZIO.com the TV Rating submenu for Parental Controls. 1. The TV will be shown...
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Version 2/29/2008 37 www.VIZIO.com button to highlight the Picture Mode Use the or button to your preferred settings. If Standard, Movie or Game is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the selection. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment 4.2.1 Picture Mode When the MENU button is chosen for the Picture Mode, still the Picture adjustments are available for you to set or adjust them to choose from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game.
Version 2/29/2008 37 www.VIZIO.com button to highlight the Picture Mode Use the or button to your preferred settings. If Standard, Movie or Game is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the selection. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment 4.2.1 Picture Mode When the MENU button is chosen for the Picture Mode, still the Picture adjustments are available for you to set or adjust them to choose from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game.