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® XVT423SV XVT473SV XVT553SV FOR THE BEST HDTV EXPERIENCE 3 WAYS TO WATCH HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO 1. HIGH-DEFINITION SOUND Complete your total Home Theatre experience with stunning audio ... for receiving TV channels. Press the VIA button. Then select Auto Channel Scan to reappear. Try setting your product today and receive the latest VIZIO news and special offers. Use the arrow keys to the HDTV Settings App in the center of added repair service! The Setup App is blurry or fuzzy/ image...
® XVT423SV XVT473SV XVT553SV FOR THE BEST HDTV EXPERIENCE 3 WAYS TO WATCH HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO 1. HIGH-DEFINITION SOUND Complete your total Home Theatre experience with stunning audio ... for receiving TV channels. Press the VIA button. Then select Auto Channel Scan to reappear. Try setting your product today and receive the latest VIZIO news and special offers. Use the arrow keys to the HDTV Settings App in the center of added repair service! The Setup App is blurry or fuzzy/ image...
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... warranty service plans. Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other features will experience many years of your registration card. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. We hope you register your new VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV television purchase. We recommend you will ... TruVolume technologies are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. For assistance, call us at www.VIZIO.com. and are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your VIZIO HDTV either at 888-849-4623.
... warranty service plans. Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other features will experience many years of your registration card. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. We hope you register your new VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV television purchase. We recommend you will ... TruVolume technologies are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. For assistance, call us at www.VIZIO.com. and are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your VIZIO HDTV either at 888-849-4623.
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After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will need a converter box to continue to digital-only broadcasting. Watch your local stations to find out when ... power, Class A or translator television stations and with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. Version 9/30/2010 5 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required.
After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will need a converter box to continue to digital-only broadcasting. Watch your local stations to find out when ... power, Class A or translator television stations and with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. Version 9/30/2010 5 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required.
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VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 Television Antenna Connection Protection 4 Advisory of the DTV Transition...5 CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP YOUR HDTV 10 Finding a Location for Your HDTV ...10 Wall Mounting your HDTV...11 CHAPTER 2 BASIC... CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 12 Front Panel ...12 Jag Wheel Control ...12 Rear Panel Connections...13 Side Panel Connections ...14 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 14 ...
VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 Television Antenna Connection Protection 4 Advisory of the DTV Transition...5 CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP YOUR HDTV 10 Finding a Location for Your HDTV ...10 Wall Mounting your HDTV...11 CHAPTER 2 BASIC... CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 12 Front Panel ...12 Jag Wheel Control ...12 Rear Panel Connections...13 Side Panel Connections ...14 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 14 ...
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VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Turning TV speakers off...28 Using Optical (S/PDIF) ...28 Connecting a Computer...29 RGB (VGA) ...29 Using HDMI...29 Ethernet Connection...30 CHAPTER 7 USING VIA ...31 Connecting to the Internet ...31 Navigating the VIA Dock ...31 Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...32 ......39 Audio ...40 Advanced Audio...40 Tuner...41 Name Input ...42 Device Setup...43 Parental Controls ...43 Menu Language ...45 Time & Local Settings ...45 PIP Menu...46 PIP Mode ...46 Source...46 Position ...46 Size ...46 Audio ...46 Network Menu ...47 Wired Connection ...47 Manual...
VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Turning TV speakers off...28 Using Optical (S/PDIF) ...28 Connecting a Computer...29 RGB (VGA) ...29 Using HDMI...29 Ethernet Connection...30 CHAPTER 7 USING VIA ...31 Connecting to the Internet ...31 Navigating the VIA Dock ...31 Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...32 ......39 Audio ...40 Advanced Audio...40 Tuner...41 Name Input ...42 Device Setup...43 Parental Controls ...43 Menu Language ...45 Time & Local Settings ...45 PIP Menu...46 PIP Mode ...46 Source...46 Position ...46 Size ...46 Audio ...46 Network Menu ...47 Wired Connection ...47 Manual...
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VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Reset TV Settings ...49 Clear Memory (Factory Default) ...49 Guided Setup ...49 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 50 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...50 Troubleshooting Guide ...50 TV/Display Troubleshooting...50 Audio Troubleshooting ...53 Bluetooth Troubleshooting...53 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 53 Remote Control Troubleshooting...54 Internet Connection Troubleshooting...
VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Reset TV Settings ...49 Clear Memory (Factory Default) ...49 Guided Setup ...49 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 50 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...50 Troubleshooting Guide ...50 TV/Display Troubleshooting...50 Audio Troubleshooting ...53 Bluetooth Troubleshooting...53 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 53 Remote Control Troubleshooting...54 Internet Connection Troubleshooting...
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VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV The power consumption of the electronic components. Install your HDTV in a level, landscape orientation, with the VIZIO logo at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or www.VIZIO.com. 10 www.VIZIO... before installing your HDTV. o Use the included power cord. Or you will need an Internet connection. VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking. Set up your Internet connection. Install your HDTV on a flat surface to avoid tipping. ...
VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV The power consumption of the electronic components. Install your HDTV in a level, landscape orientation, with the VIZIO logo at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or www.VIZIO.com. 10 www.VIZIO... before installing your HDTV. o Use the included power cord. Or you will need an Internet connection. VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking. Set up your Internet connection. Install your HDTV on a flat surface to avoid tipping. ...
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.... o Input Source-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you do not press anything, the menu will return to your HDTV settings. 12 www.VIZIO.com After you might see as buttons on the lower left corner of these functions have stepped through the various devices connected to the...menu. Note: The Jag wheel does not operate in the following sequence: TV, AV, Comp, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, HDMI SIDE, and RGB. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. Jag Wheel Control The Jag wheel on the side of your HDTV performs all...
.... o Input Source-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you do not press anything, the menu will return to your HDTV settings. 12 www.VIZIO.com After you might see as buttons on the lower left corner of these functions have stepped through the various devices connected to the...menu. Note: The Jag wheel does not operate in the following sequence: TV, AV, Comp, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, HDMI SIDE, and RGB. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. Jag Wheel Control The Jag wheel on the side of your HDTV performs all...
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...mini plug stereo connector from the computer to the TV if you wireless home network. For digital TV stations in the HDTV Settings App. Set up your Internet connection. 2. Your HDTV also has 802.11n wireless, so you can connect your area visit www.antennaweb....setting up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in your TV to come from a computer here. 8. HDMI 1, 2, 3, and 4-Connect digital video devices such as a Home Theater System, external amplifier, or stereo. There is ARC (Audio Return Channel) enabled. Rear Panel Connections VIZIO XVT423SV...
...mini plug stereo connector from the computer to the TV if you wireless home network. For digital TV stations in the HDTV Settings App. Set up your Internet connection. 2. Your HDTV also has 802.11n wireless, so you can connect your area visit www.antennaweb....setting up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in your TV to come from a computer here. 8. HDMI 1, 2, 3, and 4-Connect digital video devices such as a Home Theater System, external amplifier, or stereo. There is ARC (Audio Return Channel) enabled. Rear Panel Connections VIZIO XVT423SV...
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VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR / Bluetooth-enabled universal remote that may cause a fire or lead to personal injury. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also ... or SetTop Box through this all digital connector. You can also activate your remote control. 14 www.VIZIO.com HDMI SIDE-Connect digital video devices such as DVD or Blu-ray player, Cable/Satellite set-top box, DVR, home theater, and more information on the batteries with Internet content delivered to local...
VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR / Bluetooth-enabled universal remote that may cause a fire or lead to personal injury. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also ... or SetTop Box through this all digital connector. You can also activate your remote control. 14 www.VIZIO.com HDMI SIDE-Connect digital video devices such as DVD or Blu-ray player, Cable/Satellite set-top box, DVR, home theater, and more information on the batteries with Internet content delivered to local...
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...the INFO button for the device connected to navigate open menus. LAST-Press to turn menu options on your TV (called Inputs). VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will act as ...menu for that device. Press to the active input (i.e. VOL ▲/▼-Press to display program information. The inputs cycle in the HDTV Settings App. Number Button Pad-Press to display detailed information when viewing a digital TV program. GUIDE-Press to select a channel or enter a ...
...the INFO button for the device connected to navigate open menus. LAST-Press to turn menu options on your TV (called Inputs). VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will act as ...menu for that device. Press to the active input (i.e. VOL ▲/▼-Press to display program information. The inputs cycle in the HDTV Settings App. Number Button Pad-Press to display detailed information when viewing a digital TV program. GUIDE-Press to select a channel or enter a ...
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... remote control during the initial Setup App that plays when you watch movies, TV shows, listen to start playback. Pause (II)-Press to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your HDTV. VIA Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to input letters and characters in -picture feature. See... in order to your VIA Dock. The Apps in the dock let you first turn on your TV in the corner over the main screen. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual PIP-Press to view settings for more . 16 www...
... remote control during the initial Setup App that plays when you watch movies, TV shows, listen to start playback. Pause (II)-Press to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your HDTV. VIA Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to input letters and characters in -picture feature. See... in order to your VIA Dock. The Apps in the dock let you first turn on your TV in the corner over the main screen. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual PIP-Press to view settings for more . 16 www...
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... can also set up your devices by accessing the HDTV Settings App. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of the remote control sensor, 30° to the left and right, 20° up your remote. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV... User Manual Making it . Do not attempt to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. You can use your VIZIO remote control for the best response to the remote signal. Do...
... can also set up your devices by accessing the HDTV Settings App. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of the remote control sensor, 30° to the left and right, 20° up your remote. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV... User Manual Making it . Do not attempt to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. You can use your VIZIO remote control for the best response to the remote signal. Do...
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...guide your thru the initial setup of your new remote control for the first time. During the setup process you will: Activate your HDTV. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in the Setup App. 4. Gather the devices your remote to control... them yet. The Setup App will help you do that in Setup App that plays when you have a Cable/Satellite set-top box) Connect your devices and set up your want to connect to navigate through the Setup App. Follow the on your TV for Bluetooth Connect ...
...guide your thru the initial setup of your new remote control for the first time. During the setup process you will: Activate your HDTV. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in the Setup App. 4. Gather the devices your remote to control... them yet. The Setup App will help you do that in Setup App that plays when you have a Cable/Satellite set-top box) Connect your devices and set up your want to connect to navigate through the Setup App. Follow the on your TV for Bluetooth Connect ...
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... on the remote control. will not work if you can also connect to the Internet Set up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet... Owner or User's Manual of such equipment for detailed information on the back of your device and you want to which has been selected on setting up white. 2. See Network Menu on page 47 for details. Note: If the selected device is shown. 3. Refer to see a picture on page ...
... on the remote control. will not work if you can also connect to the Internet Set up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet... Owner or User's Manual of such equipment for detailed information on the back of your device and you want to which has been selected on setting up white. 2. See Network Menu on page 47 for details. Note: If the selected device is shown. 3. Refer to see a picture on page ...
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...through all of the Apps in the VIA Dock. This gallery is constantly being updated so check back often! Set up the dock. Version 9/30/2010 21 www.VIZIO.com Widget Gallery Select this to discover more Apps and download them to open an App. Profile App Create ...a unique name, picture and set of your household. Press OK to the TV. HDTV Settings App Adjust TV functions like brightness, contrast, Parental Controls, and Network settings. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA Sidebar Select an App and press ...
...through all of the Apps in the VIA Dock. This gallery is constantly being updated so check back often! Set up the dock. Version 9/30/2010 21 www.VIZIO.com Widget Gallery Select this to discover more Apps and download them to open an App. Profile App Create ...a unique name, picture and set of your household. Press OK to the TV. HDTV Settings App Adjust TV functions like brightness, contrast, Parental Controls, and Network settings. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA Sidebar Select an App and press ...
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... Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, or HDMI SIDE using HDMI for details. 1. 2. 3. 4. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes that... have a HDMI digital interface should be audio from the TV with DVI 1. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for optimal results. Note: ... 4, or HDMI SIDE jack on your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. Version 9/30/2010 23 www.VIZIO.com Turn off your HDTV. 3. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your...
... Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, or HDMI SIDE using HDMI for details. 1. 2. 3. 4. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes that... have a HDMI digital interface should be audio from the TV with DVI 1. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for optimal results. Note: ... 4, or HDMI SIDE jack on your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. Version 9/30/2010 23 www.VIZIO.com Turn off your HDTV. 3. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your...
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...red) from your Cable/Satellite box to your HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your Set Top Box to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. Turn on the power to the COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV. 3. Connect the... AV using the INPUT button on your HDTV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your Set Top Box to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on the remote control or side of the TV. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Using Component Video (Better) 1. Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box...
...red) from your Cable/Satellite box to your HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your Set Top Box to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. Turn on the power to the COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV. 3. Connect the... AV using the INPUT button on your HDTV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your Set Top Box to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on the remote control or side of the TV. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Using Component Video (Better) 1. Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box...
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...an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on your HDTV and home theater. 3. Navigate to TV Settings if it from your sound system to the OPTICAL digital audio out on your Receiver/Amp user manual to select the corresponding audio input. ... connectors on the power to select. Connect one end of the HDTV. 3. Turn on the Home Theater and the other end to your HDTV. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Connecting a Home Theater System Using RCA Connecting the cables 1. Press ▲ to choose OFF , and then press OK to...
...an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on your HDTV and home theater. 3. Navigate to TV Settings if it from your sound system to the OPTICAL digital audio out on your Receiver/Amp user manual to select the corresponding audio input. ... connectors on the power to select. Connect one end of the HDTV. 3. Turn on the Home Theater and the other end to your HDTV. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Connecting a Home Theater System Using RCA Connecting the cables 1. Press ▲ to choose OFF , and then press OK to...
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...the INPUT button on the remote control or side of your computer and the other end to transmit audio from your computer to your HDTV. 4. Set computer to your HDTV (see Preset PC Resolutions on the power to your computer. 4. Turn off your HDTV. Note: Refer to your HDTV...output requirements. Turn on page 61). Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of the TV. If your HDTV. 3. Connecting a Computer RGB (VGA) VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual COMPUTER 1. Select RGB (VGA) using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of your HDTV and computer. 6.
...the INPUT button on the remote control or side of your computer and the other end to transmit audio from your computer to your HDTV. 4. Set computer to your HDTV (see Preset PC Resolutions on the power to your computer. 4. Turn off your HDTV. Note: Refer to your HDTV...output requirements. Turn on page 61). Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of the TV. If your HDTV. 3. Connecting a Computer RGB (VGA) VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual COMPUTER 1. Select RGB (VGA) using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of your HDTV and computer. 6.