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... 40˚F ~ 95˚F, Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 10/9/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is dropped or damaged in any way. If ...specified one may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any of the following safety instructions before moving the GV42L FHDTV10A from that the power connector and any objects on the label. To prevent the ...
... 40˚F ~ 95˚F, Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 10/9/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is dropped or damaged in any way. If ...specified one may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any of the following safety instructions before moving the GV42L FHDTV10A from that the power connector and any objects on the label. To prevent the ...
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... on a surface without protective padding. The GV42L FHDTV10A weighs approximately 68lbs and about 42" wide x 30" tall we strongly advise that you have at least 2 people to protect it accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. Package Contents VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable...
... on a surface without protective padding. The GV42L FHDTV10A weighs approximately 68lbs and about 42" wide x 30" tall we strongly advise that you have at least 2 people to protect it accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. Package Contents VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable...
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... the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for additional information. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A TV are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A To purchase or inquire about 280W, please use...
... the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for additional information. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A TV are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A To purchase or inquire about 280W, please use...
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 11 1.1 Front Bezel ...11 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...11 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...12 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...14 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 17 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...17 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 17 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 18 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...18 2.2 Connecting...
VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 11 1.1 Front Bezel ...11 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...11 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...12 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...14 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 17 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...17 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 17 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 18 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...18 2.2 Connecting...
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 4.5.1 Tuner Mode ...44 4.5.2 Auto Search...44 4.5.3 Skip Channel ...44 4.5.4 Digital Audio Out...45 4.5.5 Time Zone ...45 4.5.6 Daylight Saving...45 4.6 DTV / TV Input Setup ...46 4.6.1 Language...46 4.6.2 Sleep Timer ...46 4.6.3 Analog Closed Caption ...46 4.6.4 ...Top Box...62 4.19.3 Programming for DVD Player ...63 4.19.4 Searching for Component Codes ...63 4.20 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote ...63 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 64 5.1 Maintenance...64 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...64 5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...66 5.4 Compliance ...66...
VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 4.5.1 Tuner Mode ...44 4.5.2 Auto Search...44 4.5.3 Skip Channel ...44 4.5.4 Digital Audio Out...45 4.5.5 Time Zone ...45 4.5.6 Daylight Saving...45 4.6 DTV / TV Input Setup ...46 4.6.1 Language...46 4.6.2 Sleep Timer ...46 4.6.3 Analog Closed Caption ...46 4.6.4 ...Top Box...62 4.19.3 Programming for DVD Player ...63 4.19.4 Searching for Component Codes ...63 4.20 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote ...63 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 64 5.1 Maintenance...64 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...64 5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...66 5.4 Compliance ...66...
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... menus. Version 10/9/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com Press the button again to be adjusted. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power 'VIZIO' light - Channel ▲/▼ - Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to step up and down the TV channels. Switch the GV42L FHDTV10A on and orange when powered off...
... menus. Version 10/9/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com Press the button again to be adjusted. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power 'VIZIO' light - Channel ▲/▼ - Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to step up and down the TV channels. Switch the GV42L FHDTV10A on and orange when powered off...
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... this button for the DTV mode. If the remote is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 DASH 2. The remote button functions are explained on the following pages. Remote LED - VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is not working with your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box.
... this button for the DTV mode. If the remote is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 DASH 2. The remote button functions are explained on the following pages. Remote LED - VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is not working with your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box.
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...been entered, this button will operate the Satellite Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote. Press this button will switch between Component 1 and Component 2 inputs. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual When CABLE is selected and the code to control your Cable/Satellite Box or VCR....Caption mode. Repeated pressing of Stereo, SAP or Mono in standard TV mode and alternate audio channels, where available, in DTV mode. This button also starts recording when using the remote to control your Cable Remote. depending on your Cable/Satellite Box or DVD Player. This ...
...been entered, this button will operate the Satellite Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote. Press this button will switch between Component 1 and Component 2 inputs. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual When CABLE is selected and the code to control your Cable/Satellite Box or VCR....Caption mode. Repeated pressing of Stereo, SAP or Mono in standard TV mode and alternate audio channels, where available, in DTV mode. This button also starts recording when using the remote to control your Cable Remote. depending on your Cable/Satellite Box or DVD Player. This ...
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.... Avoid humidity. The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from heat sources. If the TV responds erratically to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from ...leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. This may result in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Version 10/9/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or ...
.... Avoid humidity. The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from heat sources. If the TV responds erratically to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from ...leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. This may result in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Version 10/9/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or ...
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...Remote Control. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to the HDMI 2 connection. Version 10/9/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A... remote or side of the LCD HDTV for more info refer to the Quick Start Guide 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 2.2.1 Using HDMI Cable and Satellite Boxes that is 10 meters or less. If you are already using the INPUT button on the LCD TV ...
...Remote Control. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to the HDMI 2 connection. Version 10/9/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A... remote or side of the LCD HDTV for more info refer to the Quick Start Guide 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 2.2.1 Using HDMI Cable and Satellite Boxes that is 10 meters or less. If you are already using the INPUT button on the LCD TV ...
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...connectors associated with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of PC formats. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Refer to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect ...your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Version 10/9/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Note: a) b) ...
...connectors associated with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of PC formats. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Refer to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect ...your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Version 10/9/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Note: a) b) ...
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr (red color) ... of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by the purple area. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Version 10/9/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to the LCD HDTV and HDTV... Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output ...
VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr (red color) ... of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by the purple area. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Version 10/9/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to the LCD HDTV and HDTV... Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output ...
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... broadcasts are not available in all digital TV broadcasts are correctly grounded. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Refer to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623...d) Not all areas. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are High Definition (HD). VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using...
... broadcasts are not available in all digital TV broadcasts are correctly grounded. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Refer to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623...d) Not all areas. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are High Definition (HD). VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using...
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... on the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. Version 10/9/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of your VCR. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna...
... on the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. Version 10/9/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of your VCR. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna...
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... to the HDMI 2 connection. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your GV42L FHDTV10A - See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCe (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI ...output of your DVD player. 4. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI...
... to the HDMI 2 connection. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your GV42L FHDTV10A - See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCe (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI ...output of your DVD player. 4. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI...
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... (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect...
... (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect...
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...VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on your DVD Player (Better): 1. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD...input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 4. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the Remote Control. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Select Component 1 using the Component 1 input for...
...VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on your DVD Player (Better): 1. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD...input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 4. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the Remote Control. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Select Component 1 using the Component 1 input for...
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... DVD player. 2. Turn on the left hand side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the S-Video output on the Remote Control. Version 10/9/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.3 Using S-Video (AV1) Connecting your DVD player...
... DVD player. 2. Turn on the left hand side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the S-Video output on the Remote Control. Version 10/9/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.3 Using S-Video (AV1) Connecting your DVD player...
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...white color) audio input connectors in the AV2 input (orange color area) row of connectors at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV2) Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output ...requirements of the product. Select AV2 using the S-Video input for another component, you are not using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD...
...white color) audio input connectors in the AV2 input (orange color area) row of connectors at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV2) Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output ...requirements of the product. Select AV2 using the S-Video input for another component, you are not using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD...
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... VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Connect the S-Video jack on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 4. Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the...
... VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Connect the S-Video jack on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 4. Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the...