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... 11/28/2007 1 www.VIZIO.com Write down the serial number located on your VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A either at techsupport@vizio.com. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers onsite extended warranty service plans. We recommend you register your new VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A High Definition LCD Television purchase.
... 11/28/2007 1 www.VIZIO.com Write down the serial number located on your VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A either at techsupport@vizio.com. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers onsite extended warranty service plans. We recommend you register your new VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A High Definition LCD Television purchase.
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...shock or component damage. • Do not place the VX20L HDTV20A LCD HDTV on the VX20L HDTV20A LCD HDTV. • The VX20L HDTV20A LCD HDTV should be sure these instructions in the User Manual. Continuous use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer or ...VX20L HDTV20A LCD HDTV cabinet. Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your dealer immediately. Operating the product in an area with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock. • Do not install the product in environments with heavy dust or high humidity. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual...
...shock or component damage. • Do not place the VX20L HDTV20A LCD HDTV on the VX20L HDTV20A LCD HDTV. • The VX20L HDTV20A LCD HDTV should be sure these instructions in the User Manual. Continuous use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer or ...VX20L HDTV20A LCD HDTV cabinet. Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your dealer immediately. Operating the product in an area with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock. • Do not install the product in environments with heavy dust or high humidity. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual...
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... cable is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or... it is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. Version 11/28/2007 3 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding ...
... cable is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or... it is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. Version 11/28/2007 3 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding ...
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... Control Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2 (Double A) Batteries for future shipping. Now you have opened the carton check that all of the accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that the VX20L HDTV20A is about 20" wide; IMPORTANT: Save...
... Control Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2 (Double A) Batteries for future shipping. Now you have opened the carton check that all of the accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that the VX20L HDTV20A is about 20" wide; IMPORTANT: Save...
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...LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for your VIZIO HDTV. Install the TV in places with the correct power rating. If you must not be installed on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO...additional information. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for VX20L HDTV20A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote the VIZIO VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A To ...
...LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for your VIZIO HDTV. Install the TV in places with the correct power rating. If you must not be installed on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO...additional information. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for VX20L HDTV20A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote the VIZIO VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A To ...
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... VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by the panel, while holding the base. 5. The metal bracket remaining will depend on the thickness plate being attached to properly hang the VX20L HDTV20A. The length of the TV. To find the perfect mount...
... VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by the panel, while holding the base. 5. The metal bracket remaining will depend on the thickness plate being attached to properly hang the VX20L HDTV20A. The length of the TV. To find the perfect mount...
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VIZIO VX20L 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 Right-Side Panel Connection ...11 1.5 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...11 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 12 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...12 1.5.3 VIZIO... ...25 2.8.1 Preset PC Resolutions...25 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 26 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...26 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...31 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...32 3.4 Program Information...33 3.5 Information on HDTV...
VIZIO VX20L 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 Right-Side Panel Connection ...11 1.5 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...11 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 12 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...12 1.5.3 VIZIO... ...25 2.8.1 Preset PC Resolutions...25 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 26 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...26 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...31 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...32 3.4 Program Information...33 3.5 Information on HDTV...
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...not active, pressing this button will return to the VX20L HDTV20A off . Version 11/28/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com Switch the VX20L HDTV20A on and orange when powered off . VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - Use these buttons function as up or...through the input sources in the OSD menus. MENU - Use these buttons function as left and right controls in the following sequence: TV, AV/SVideo, Component, RGB, and HDMI. Point the remote control directly at this button confirms the menu function to the sensor....
...not active, pressing this button will return to the VX20L HDTV20A off . Version 11/28/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com Switch the VX20L HDTV20A on and orange when powered off . VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - Use these buttons function as up or...through the input sources in the OSD menus. MENU - Use these buttons function as left and right controls in the following sequence: TV, AV/SVideo, Component, RGB, and HDMI. Point the remote control directly at this button confirms the menu function to the sensor....
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... is for audio from a computer here. AV/S-VIDEO IN - The yellow color band on the rear of the TV for factory service only. Plug-in the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 8. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. This custom communication port is needed to the 1/8" jack connector in the supplied AC...
... is for audio from a computer here. AV/S-VIDEO IN - The yellow color band on the rear of the TV for factory service only. Plug-in the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 8. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. This custom communication port is needed to the 1/8" jack connector in the supplied AC...
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... user to select a channel or enter a password. When selecting a digital channel directly, use this button to select the AV input. This button displays program information. TV - Press this button for the separation of main and sub-channels. MENU - VOL ▲/▼ - Repeatedly pressing of the program being viewed is shown. For... these buttons to cycle through the input sources in the screen. LAST - HEADPHONE - Connect your headphone here for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. - POWER - VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection 1.
... user to select a channel or enter a password. When selecting a digital channel directly, use this button to select the AV input. This button displays program information. TV - Press this button for the separation of main and sub-channels. MENU - VOL ▲/▼ - Repeatedly pressing of the program being viewed is shown. For... these buttons to cycle through the input sources in the screen. LAST - HEADPHONE - Connect your headphone here for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. - POWER - VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection 1.
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... batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Do not attempt to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.5.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. 1.5.2 Remote Control Range...the remote control. If the TV responds erratically to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it with a clean, damp cloth. When not using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in ...
... batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Do not attempt to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.5.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. 1.5.2 Remote Control Range...the remote control. If the TV responds erratically to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it with a clean, damp cloth. When not using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in ...
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...are erroneously displayed in this single pin connector. The complete video signal is the most advanced for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? It is the connection for digital displays. This...analog) Better (analog) White Black Blue Green and Purple Good (analog) Yellow and Red Note: For more sharply. The VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A has six different ways to the Quick Start Guide HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - This enhancement over a single cable.
...are erroneously displayed in this single pin connector. The complete video signal is the most advanced for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? It is the connection for digital displays. This...analog) Better (analog) White Black Blue Green and Purple Good (analog) Yellow and Red Note: For more sharply. The VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A has six different ways to the Quick Start Guide HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - This enhancement over a single cable.
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote or side 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 Antenna or Cable through your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Refer to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the ...
VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote or side 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 Antenna or Cable through your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Refer to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the ...
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Version 11/28/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI Input HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is 10 meters. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDTV and... HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the power to the HDMI input of the HDTV. 3. b) Refer to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV for more...
Version 11/28/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI Input HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is 10 meters. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDTV and... HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the power to the HDMI input of the HDTV. 3. b) Refer to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV for more...
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... on your cable or satellite operator. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 1. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV, or...
... on your cable or satellite operator. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 1. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV, or...
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component input (green color area - Version 11/28/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear ...of the HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Turn ...
VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component input (green color area - Version 11/28/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear ...of the HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Turn ...
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... the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the product. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2.... the AV button on the Remote Control. 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) 1. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on the Remote Control.
... the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the product. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2.... the AV button on the Remote Control. 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) 1. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on the Remote Control.
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... can decide which option is right for you. 2.5.1 Using HDMI Input DVD players that have several options for connecting your DVD player to your VX20L HDTV20A; Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD Player (Best): 1. See www.VIZIOCE.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-... (S-Video or Composite) inputs. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the HDTV and DVD player. 4. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High...
... can decide which option is right for you. 2.5.1 Using HDMI Input DVD players that have several options for connecting your DVD player to your VX20L HDTV20A; Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD Player (Best): 1. See www.VIZIOCE.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-... (S-Video or Composite) inputs. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the HDTV and DVD player. 4. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High...
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... 3. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 1. Turn off the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Version 11/28/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com For DVD Players with the DVI output of the DVD player and connect the other end to... the audio connectors by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the HDTV and your DVD player user manual for more information about the ...
... 3. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 1. Turn off the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Version 11/28/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com For DVD Players with the DVI output of the DVD player and connect the other end to... the audio connectors by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the HDTV and your DVD player user manual for more information about the ...
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VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component input (green color area - Connect the Y (green color) connector on the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 7. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV... Select Component using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product. Note: Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the Component button on your DVD player...
VIZIO VX20L HDTV20A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component input (green color area - Connect the Y (green color) connector on the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 7. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV... Select Component using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product. Note: Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the Component button on your DVD player...