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... in . HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. We hope you for your new VIZIO VX42L High Definition LCD Television purchase. Version 4/24/2007 1 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your support. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your...
... in . HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. We hope you for your new VIZIO VX42L High Definition LCD Television purchase. Version 4/24/2007 1 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your support. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your...
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...of the cabinet are not blocked or covered. When the product will protect the VX42L LCD HDTV from overheating, be operated only from moisture. o The Display is exposed to rain or other hazards. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY ...table. Version 4/24/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com To prevent the product from an area of low temperature to an area of power supplied to ground the appliance safely. Do not use and maintenance of electric shock, and other moisture. If the VX42L LCD HDTV falls, it from damage due...
...of the cabinet are not blocked or covered. When the product will protect the VX42L LCD HDTV from overheating, be operated only from moisture. o The Display is exposed to rain or other hazards. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY ...table. Version 4/24/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com To prevent the product from an area of low temperature to an area of power supplied to ground the appliance safely. Do not use and maintenance of electric shock, and other moisture. If the VX42L LCD HDTV falls, it from damage due...
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... or power circuits, or where it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system ... conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits.
... or power circuits, or where it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system ... conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits.
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...the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. The VX42L HDTV10A weighs over 40" wide; Package Contents VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide ...: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A and it from transportation damage. Now you have opened the carton check that the VX42L HDTV10A is over 50lb and is in a cardboard carton that all...
...the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. The VX42L HDTV10A weighs over 40" wide; Package Contents VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide ...: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A and it from transportation damage. Now you have opened the carton check that the VX42L HDTV10A is over 50lb and is in a cardboard carton that all...
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... and excessive component damage. Preparing Your LCD HDTV for TV. Install the TV in places with the correct power rating. To find the perfect mount for additional information. Version 4/24/2007 5 www.VIZIO.com Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; Unplug all of the TV and the wall. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this...
... and excessive component damage. Preparing Your LCD HDTV for TV. Install the TV in places with the correct power rating. To find the perfect mount for additional information. Version 4/24/2007 5 www.VIZIO.com Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; Unplug all of the TV and the wall. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this...
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VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 8 1.1 Front Panel...8 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...8 1.3 Left Side Connections ...8 1.4 Rear Panel Connections ...9 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...11 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.5.3 VIZIO...Computer ...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 ...29 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...29 3.4 Program Information...30 3.5 Information on HDTV Status...
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 8 1.1 Front Panel...8 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...8 1.3 Left Side Connections ...8 1.4 Rear Panel Connections ...9 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...11 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.5.3 VIZIO...Computer ...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 ...29 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...29 3.4 Program Information...30 3.5 Information on HDTV Status...
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VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.5 Daylight Saving...38 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...38 4.5.1 Language...38 4.5.2 Sleep Timer ...38 4.5.3 Analog Closed Caption ...38 4.5.4 Digital Closed Caption ...38 4.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...39 4.5.6 Reset All Settings ...39 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...40 4.6.1 Channel Block ...40 4.6.2 TV Rating...41 4.6.3 Movie Rating...41 4.6.4 Blocked Unrated Programming...42 4.6.5 Change the Password ...42... ...54 6.2 Glossary - Position ...47 4.14.8 V. Standard Definitions ...55 6.3 Index ...56 Version 4/24/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.5 Daylight Saving...38 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...38 4.5.1 Language...38 4.5.2 Sleep Timer ...38 4.5.3 Analog Closed Caption ...38 4.5.4 Digital Closed Caption ...38 4.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...39 4.5.6 Reset All Settings ...39 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...40 4.6.1 Channel Block ...40 4.6.2 TV Rating...41 4.6.3 Movie Rating...41 4.6.4 Blocked Unrated Programming...42 4.6.5 Change the Password ...42... ...54 6.2 Glossary - Position ...47 4.14.8 V. Standard Definitions ...55 6.3 Index ...56 Version 4/24/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com
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... signals pass to step up and down the TV channels. Use the white and red connectors to the remote signal. 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - The S-Video, if connected, will return to be adjusted. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections ...1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - Additionally, when the OSD is active, pressing this window for composite video devices, such as a...
... signals pass to step up and down the TV channels. Use the white and red connectors to the remote signal. 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - The S-Video, if connected, will return to be adjusted. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections ...1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - Additionally, when the OSD is active, pressing this window for composite video devices, such as a...
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... this all digital connector. The green color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 7. Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from the LCD HDTV to an external device, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box... -the-wall, not from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 4. 1.4 Rear Panel Connections VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 3 7 11 1. Speakers cannot be available on the rear of the TV indicates this all digital connector. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables ...
... this all digital connector. The green color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 7. Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from the LCD HDTV to an external device, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box... -the-wall, not from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 4. 1.4 Rear Panel Connections VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 3 7 11 1. Speakers cannot be available on the rear of the TV indicates this all digital connector. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables ...
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...This button allows the user to select a channel or enter a password. LAST - This button recalls the previously viewed channel. 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - Blinks when the remote operates. Press it again to return to select your chosen option in On-Screen ...Display (OSD) menus. These buttons change the channels up or down . These buttons turn the TV on and off. Note: this ....
...This button allows the user to select a channel or enter a password. LAST - This button recalls the previously viewed channel. 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - Blinks when the remote operates. Press it again to return to select your chosen option in On-Screen ...Display (OSD) menus. These buttons change the channels up or down . These buttons turn the TV on and off. Note: this ....
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...screen from one of this button to the sub-screen while in PIP mode. Press this button with switch between AV1 and AV2 inputs. MODE - TV - ZOOM (- PIP - PIP CH (- These buttons are OFF, CC1, CC2, CC3 or CC4. For additional information regarding the PIP options,...switch between Component 1 and Component 2 inputs. AUDIO - PIP SIZE - Version 4/24/2007 12 www.VIZIO.com Note that in DTV mode. RGB - Press the button to be in PIP mode. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE - and +) - Repeated pressing of this button with switch between HDMI 1 and HDMI ...
...screen from one of this button to the sub-screen while in PIP mode. Press this button with switch between AV1 and AV2 inputs. MODE - TV - ZOOM (- PIP - PIP CH (- These buttons are OFF, CC1, CC2, CC3 or CC4. For additional information regarding the PIP options,...switch between Component 1 and Component 2 inputs. AUDIO - PIP SIZE - Version 4/24/2007 12 www.VIZIO.com Note that in DTV mode. RGB - Press the button to be in PIP mode. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE - and +) - Repeated pressing of this button with switch between HDMI 1 and HDMI ...
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... remote control with fresh batteries. When not using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Wipe it . VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Make sure that may pose a fire risk ...or lead to transmit the commands. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does respond at the remote control sensor to personal injury. Do not subject the remote control to...
... remote control with fresh batteries. When not using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Wipe it . VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Make sure that may pose a fire risk ...or lead to transmit the commands. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does respond at the remote control sensor to personal injury. Do not subject the remote control to...
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...) Good (analog) White Black Blue Green and Purple Red HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - When used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. The video signal is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other... Good (analog) Yellow and Orange Composite (AV1/2) - The VIZIO VX42L has six different ways to the most commonly used for digital displays. The signal carries horizontal and vertical sync information on the green signal. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should ...
...) Good (analog) White Black Blue Green and Purple Red HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - When used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. The video signal is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other... Good (analog) Yellow and Orange Composite (AV1/2) - The VIZIO VX42L has six different ways to the most commonly used for digital displays. The signal carries horizontal and vertical sync information on the green signal. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should ...
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Turn on the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of -the-wall, not from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed...
Turn on the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of -the-wall, not from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed...
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...Box and the other end to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is 10 ... transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. Version 4/24/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box... HDMI input on the power to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI...
...Box and the other end to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is 10 ... transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. Version 4/24/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box... HDMI input on the power to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI...
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... between the video source and the digital display for HD Video and will only support 640x480 at 60Hz from a PC. Version 4/24/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on the remote... for a greater selection of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.
... between the video source and the digital display for HD Video and will only support 640x480 at 60Hz from a PC. Version 4/24/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on the remote... for a greater selection of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.
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... connector on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr (red...(white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green ...
... connector on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr (red...(white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green ...
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... of the HDTV. 3. Turn on the Remote Control. Version 4/24/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Select AV2 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button (below the WIDE button) on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box... connector on your Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the TV OUT (RF) on the Remote Control. 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) 1. Using the white and red connectors, connect the cable to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1....
... of the HDTV. 3. Turn on the Remote Control. Version 4/24/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Select AV2 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button (below the WIDE button) on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box... connector on your Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the TV OUT (RF) on the Remote Control. 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) 1. Using the white and red connectors, connect the cable to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1....
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.... 2.5.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for details. Turn off the power to the HDTV and your DVD player. 5. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A 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 input of the VIZIO VX42L for more information about the video output requirements of the product. 20 www.VIZIO.com Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to your VX42L; Note: Refer to the audio output connectors associated with DVI...
.... 2.5.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for details. Turn off the power to the HDTV and your DVD player. 5. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A 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 input of the VIZIO VX42L for more information about the video output requirements of the product. 20 www.VIZIO.com Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to your VX42L; Note: Refer to the audio output connectors associated with DVI...
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... DVD player to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on your DVD player to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the product. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 7. row of connectors nearest to you can connect ...1 input for another component, or you do not want to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when viewing from the rear of the...
... DVD player to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on your DVD player to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the product. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 7. row of connectors nearest to you can connect ...1 input for another component, or you do not want to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when viewing from the rear of the...