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... playback delivers crystal clear images with up and down with direct cable hookup from VIZIO accessories such as 30 seconds for your TV. Extended coverage begins when the manufacturer's warranty expires so you in VIA platform. www.VIZIO.com ® XVT423SV XVT473SV XVT553SV FOR THE BEST HDTV EXPERIENCE 3 WAYS TO WATCH HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO...
... playback delivers crystal clear images with up and down with direct cable hookup from VIZIO accessories such as 30 seconds for your TV. Extended coverage begins when the manufacturer's warranty expires so you in VIA platform. www.VIZIO.com ® XVT423SV XVT473SV XVT553SV FOR THE BEST HDTV EXPERIENCE 3 WAYS TO WATCH HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO...
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...of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is left unattended or unused for long periods ...time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User ...
...of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is left unattended or unused for long periods ...time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User ...
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... switch to digital television broadcasting will need a converter box to continue to receive low power, Class A or translator television stations and with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required.
... switch to digital television broadcasting will need a converter box to continue to receive low power, Class A or translator television stations and with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. 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 ... STARTED 18 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME 19 Connecting to the Internet ...19 Select Input Source ...19 Watching a TV Program ...19 Viewing Digital TV Program Information 20 Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...21 CHAPTER 6 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT 22 Which Video Connection Should I Use 22 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 23...
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 ... STARTED 18 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME 19 Connecting to the Internet ...19 Select Input Source ...19 Watching a TV Program ...19 Viewing Digital TV Program Information 20 Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...21 CHAPTER 6 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT 22 Which Video Connection Should I Use 22 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 23...
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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 ...Navigating Apps...32 Adding Apps...32 Using Profiles...33 Updating your TV...34 CHAPTER 8 ADJUSTING YOUR HDTV SETTINGS 35 Using the On-screen Display (OSD) ...35...
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 ...Navigating Apps...32 Adding Apps...32 Using Profiles...33 Updating your TV...34 CHAPTER 8 ADJUSTING YOUR HDTV SETTINGS 35 Using the On-screen Display (OSD) ...35...
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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 54 Media...
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 54 Media...
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... your HDTV in places with high humidity, dust, or smoke so you can connect to the Internet by plugging in the HDTV Settings App. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV The power consumption of your HDTV.... VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking. Or you can connect your TV to the Internet through your TV, you want to the Ethernet port on your HDTV is also compatible with 802.11b and 802...
... your HDTV in places with high humidity, dust, or smoke so you can connect to the Internet by plugging in the HDTV Settings App. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV The power consumption of your HDTV.... VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking. Or you can connect your TV to the Internet through your TV, you want to the Ethernet port on your HDTV is also compatible with 802.11b and 802...
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... you will automatically close the Quick Menu. o Input Source-Press to the remote signal. 2. The inputs cycle in the OSD menu. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. All of your TV (called Inputs). If you do not press anything, the menu will return to that channel.
... you will automatically close the Quick Menu. o Input Source-Press to the remote signal. 2. The inputs cycle in the OSD menu. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. All of your TV (called Inputs). If you do not press anything, the menu will return to that channel.
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... the HDTV to connect the external audio from the same source. 3. Speakers cannot be connected directly here. 5. DTV/TV-Connect to an external device, such as a Vizio Sound Bar, Home Theater System, external amplifier, or stereo. b. HDMI 1, 2, 3, and 4-Connect digital video devices...digital TV stations in the HDTV Settings App. ETHERNET-Connect an Ethernet cable to manual for the ARC connected device for additional information. 7. Note: Only HDMI 1 is an additional HDMI connector on page 47 for high definition image quality. Rear Panel Connections VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV...
... the HDTV to connect the external audio from the same source. 3. Speakers cannot be connected directly here. 5. DTV/TV-Connect to an external device, such as a Vizio Sound Bar, Home Theater System, external amplifier, or stereo. b. HDMI 1, 2, 3, and 4-Connect digital video devices...digital TV stations in the HDTV Settings App. ETHERNET-Connect an Ethernet cable to manual for the ARC connected device for additional information. 7. Note: Only HDMI 1 is an additional HDMI connector on page 47 for high definition image quality. Rear Panel Connections VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV...
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... the (+) and (-) symbols on page 48 for more . See Bluetooth Menu on the batteries with Internet content delivered to your HDTV. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. USB 1, 2, and 3: Reserved for future functions. Service port for Inserting... the Batteries: Only use it to program other A/V devices connected to your TV, such as a DVD player or SetTop Box through this all digital connector. There are additional HDMI connectors on the screen to local hazardous...
... the (+) and (-) symbols on page 48 for more . See Bluetooth Menu on the batteries with Internet content delivered to your HDTV. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. USB 1, 2, and 3: Reserved for future functions. Service port for Inserting... the Batteries: Only use it to program other A/V devices connected to your TV, such as a DVD player or SetTop Box through this all digital connector. There are additional HDMI connectors on the screen to local hazardous...
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...button will display the list of available channels. MENU-Press to launch the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Dock on the bottom of the TV, including the HDTV Settings App, used to make adjustments to your TV. HDMI, COMP). OK-Press to recall the previously viewed channel. VIA-...Press to perform the same function as brightness and contrast, or turn menu options on your Cable/Satellite box. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you set up during the HDTV Settings App. Device Power...
...button will display the list of available channels. MENU-Press to launch the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Dock on the bottom of the TV, including the HDTV Settings App, used to make adjustments to your TV. HDMI, COMP). OK-Press to recall the previously viewed channel. VIA-...Press to perform the same function as brightness and contrast, or turn menu options on your Cable/Satellite box. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you set up during the HDTV Settings App. Device Power...
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...move or delete an App from the VIA Dock Press to view settings for more information about the VIA functions on your TV in various Apps. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual PIP-Press to insert a dash between different video screen sizes when the Sidebar is open to start... playback. Press it to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your HDTV. Fast Reverse ( )-Press to begin recording. Fast Forward ( ...
...move or delete an App from the VIA Dock Press to view settings for more information about the VIA functions on your TV in various Apps. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual PIP-Press to insert a dash between different video screen sizes when the Sidebar is open to start... playback. Press it to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your HDTV. Fast Reverse ( )-Press to begin recording. Fast Forward ( ...
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... the TV. The effective range of the remote control sensor, 30° to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from heat sources. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV...
... the TV. The effective range of the remote control sensor, 30° to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from heat sources. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV...
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... OK buttons to control them yet. We will help you do that plays when you turn on -screen directions to the Internet Add your TV channels (unless you will automatically play and guide your thru the initial setup of your new HDTV. 1. During the setup process you have a Cable/... control for the first time. Turn on your remote to navigate through the Setup App. Follow the on your HDTV. Don't connect them 18 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that in the Setup App. 4.
... OK buttons to control them yet. We will help you do that plays when you turn on -screen directions to the Internet Add your TV channels (unless you will automatically play and guide your thru the initial setup of your new HDTV. 1. During the setup process you have a Cable/... control for the first time. Turn on your remote to navigate through the Setup App. Follow the on your HDTV. Don't connect them 18 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that in the Setup App. 4.
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...either channel 3 or channel 4 matching the channel which your device is in TV mode, pressing CH+ and CH- Pressing this button will light up your Internet connection. Note: If the selected device is shown. 3. The VIZIO logo on your HDTV. Note: You should be in an Ethernet cable from...the available inputs. Each press of your HDTV connections are secure and you can connect your TV to the Internet through your wireless home network. See Auto Channel Search on your HDTV. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet...
...either channel 3 or channel 4 matching the channel which your device is in TV mode, pressing CH+ and CH- Pressing this button will light up your Internet connection. Note: If the selected device is shown. 3. The VIZIO logo on your HDTV. Note: You should be in an Ethernet cable from...the available inputs. Each press of your HDTV connections are secure and you can connect your TV to the Internet through your wireless home network. See Auto Channel Search on your HDTV. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet...
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Press GUIDE to display additional information for a few seconds. Press INFO repeatedly to display more information about the program and schedule. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed an information header is shown over the picture for that channel. 20 www.VIZIO.com
Press GUIDE to display additional information for a few seconds. Press INFO repeatedly to display more information about the program and schedule. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed an information header is shown over the picture for that channel. 20 www.VIZIO.com
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... ► to scroll through all of your household. Set up the dock. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA Sidebar Select an App and press OK to open an App. Press the VIA button to the TV. The Sidebar contents vary by App. Press OK to launch the Sidebar...
... ► to scroll through all of your household. Set up the dock. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA Sidebar Select an App and press OK to open an App. Press the VIA button to the TV. The Sidebar contents vary by App. Press OK to launch the Sidebar...
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... (analog) Component consists of one yellow cable for transmitting video and two cables for transmitting audio: one red and one for digital displays. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 6 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? This cable usually comes from a basic connection to the most... from your video equipment box to use one cable. The RGB (VGA) port allows you to watch TV programming. You have six options for details. 22 www.VIZIO.com HDMI provides digital quality and amazing sound so if your computer so you . Connect your antenna or...
... (analog) Component consists of one yellow cable for transmitting video and two cables for transmitting audio: one red and one for digital displays. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Chapter 6 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? This cable usually comes from a basic connection to the most... from your video equipment box to use one cable. The RGB (VGA) port allows you to watch TV programming. You have six options for details. 22 www.VIZIO.com HDMI provides digital quality and amazing sound so if your computer so you . Connect your antenna or...
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... or Satellite operator. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output requirements of the TV. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, or HDMI SIDE using HDMI for ... manual for added security and protection. Note: There are no dedicated audio ports for Cable or Satellite Boxes with this connection. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital...
... or Satellite operator. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for more information about the video output requirements of the TV. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, or HDMI SIDE using HDMI for ... manual for added security and protection. Note: There are no dedicated audio ports for Cable or Satellite Boxes with this connection. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital...
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... on your HDTV. 3. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your Set Top Box to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on your HDTV. 4. Search for channels. 24 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your HDTV. 4. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your Cable/Satellite... your HDTV. 4. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Good) 1. Select TV using the INPUT button on scanning for new channels. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Using Component Video (Better) 1. Turn on the power to the COMPONENT L...
... on your HDTV. 3. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your Set Top Box to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on your HDTV. 4. Search for channels. 24 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your HDTV. 4. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your Cable/Satellite... your HDTV. 4. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Good) 1. Select TV using the INPUT button on scanning for new channels. VIZIO XVT423SV/XVT473SV/XVT553SV User Manual Using Component Video (Better) 1. Turn on the power to the COMPONENT L...