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...Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. Article ...70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be...
...Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. Article ...70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be...
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...used with the correct power rating. Version 10/9/2007 5 www.VIZIO.com If you have a solid wall you have a drywell finish it to mount your TV on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for TV. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must ...allow space between the back of the strap to reduce the chance of the electronic components. The Safety Strap should use one end of the TV and the wall. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A ...
...used with the correct power rating. Version 10/9/2007 5 www.VIZIO.com If you have a solid wall you have a drywell finish it to mount your TV on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for TV. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must ...allow space between the back of the strap to reduce the chance of the electronic components. The Safety Strap should use one end of the TV and the wall. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A ...
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...remove the stand base. 6. Please make sure to release the retaining plastic tabs. 4. Version 10/9/2007 6 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A can either be removed. 5. To find the perfect mount for viewing. Remove the four (4) screws (...holes is metric: M8, 1.25 Pitch, 25mm long. The pitch of your GV42L FHDTV10A. 2. If you choose to the TV. 3. Unplug all of the TV. Now, the GV42L FHDTV10A can be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall, please follow the instructions below for...
...remove the stand base. 6. Please make sure to release the retaining plastic tabs. 4. Version 10/9/2007 6 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A can either be removed. 5. To find the perfect mount for viewing. Remove the four (4) screws (...holes is metric: M8, 1.25 Pitch, 25mm long. The pitch of your GV42L FHDTV10A. 2. If you choose to the TV. 3. Unplug all of the TV. Now, the GV42L FHDTV10A can be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall, please follow the instructions below for...
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... Please make sure no to use if speaker needs to be reinstalled. 3. After removing speaker, the screws could break. 4. Version 10/9/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com Unplug the speaker wires from the front of the speakers beforehand; Note: Do not attempt to remove the nameplate without removing one of the... TV, between the speakers. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual To remove the speakers If you wish to remove the attached speakers as well and use if speaker ...
... Please make sure no to use if speaker needs to be reinstalled. 3. After removing speaker, the screws could break. 4. Version 10/9/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com Unplug the speaker wires from the front of the speakers beforehand; Note: Do not attempt to remove the nameplate without removing one of the... TV, between the speakers. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual To remove the speakers If you wish to remove the attached speakers as well and use if speaker ...
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.... 2. Please notice that you decide to relocate or place speaker's assemblies away from the TV set . WIRING TABLE PLUG WIRE CONNECTOR P1 COLOR 1 Red P2 2 NC 3 Black P3 4 NC 5 NC Shell Drain 4. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Relocate Detachable Speakers If you will need a female (5-pin) connector at one end and a male...
.... 2. Please notice that you decide to relocate or place speaker's assemblies away from the TV set . WIRING TABLE PLUG WIRE CONNECTOR P1 COLOR 1 Red P2 2 NC 3 Black P3 4 NC 5 NC Shell Drain 4. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Relocate Detachable Speakers If you will need a female (5-pin) connector at one end and a male...
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......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...LCD HDTV Settings ...36 3.4 Program Information...37 Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 38 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ...38 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment...39 4.2.1 Picture Mode ...39 4.2.2 Backlight ...39 4.2.3 Contrast ...40 4.2.4 Brightness...40 4.2.5 Color ...40 4.2.6 Tint...40 4.2.7 Sharpness ...41 4.2.8 Color Temperature...41 4.3 Advanced Video ...42 4.3.1 DNR...42 4.3.2 Black Level Extender ...42...
......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...LCD HDTV Settings ...36 3.4 Program Information...37 Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 38 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ...38 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment...39 4.2.1 Picture Mode ...39 4.2.2 Backlight ...39 4.2.3 Contrast ...40 4.2.4 Brightness...40 4.2.5 Color ...40 4.2.6 Tint...40 4.2.7 Sharpness ...41 4.2.8 Color Temperature...41 4.3 Advanced Video ...42 4.3.1 DNR...42 4.3.2 Black Level Extender ...42...
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... 6.1 Specifications ...68 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...69 6.3 Index ...70 6.4 Component Program Codes...72 Version 10/9/2007 10 www.VIZIO.com 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...
... 6.1 Specifications ...68 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...69 6.3 Index ...70 6.4 Component Program Codes...72 Version 10/9/2007 10 www.VIZIO.com 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...
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...OSD). Channel ▲/▼ - Volume ◄/► - While the OSD is the window through the input sources in the following sequence: TV, AV1 (S-Video), AV2, Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI 1 and HDMI 2. When the OSD is active, these buttons to the speaker volume. Menu... - Input (Enter) - VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power 'VIZIO' light - The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. While the OSD is not active, ...
...OSD). Channel ▲/▼ - Volume ◄/► - While the OSD is the window through the input sources in the following sequence: TV, AV1 (S-Video), AV2, Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI 1 and HDMI 2. When the OSD is active, these buttons to the speaker volume. Menu... - Input (Enter) - VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power 'VIZIO' light - The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. While the OSD is not active, ...
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.... COMPONENT 1 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - From left audio and red for composite video devices, such as a VCR or video game. DTV/TV - 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Left Hand Side Portion VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1 2 4 6 7 3 5 8 3 9 1. Connection for right audio inputs. HDMI 1 - The white color band on ... video such as a DVD Player or set top box through this all digital connector. Connect the secondary source for Digital TV.* Version 10/9/2007 12 www.VIZIO.com Connect to right, use green for Y, blue for Pb (or Cb), red for Pr (or Cr), white ...
.... COMPONENT 1 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - From left audio and red for composite video devices, such as a VCR or video game. DTV/TV - 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Left Hand Side Portion VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1 2 4 6 7 3 5 8 3 9 1. Connection for right audio inputs. HDMI 1 - The white color band on ... video such as a DVD Player or set top box through this all digital connector. Connect the secondary source for Digital TV.* Version 10/9/2007 12 www.VIZIO.com Connect to right, use green for Y, blue for Pb (or Cb), red for Pr (or Cr), white ...
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...then stereo audio would be the audio coming out your area visit www.antennaweb.org Version 10/9/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com Speakers cannot be available on the rear of the TV set of the source into L+R audio connectors next to the S-Video connector. When the DTV input is needed...this connection. 13. Connect the audio from the LCD HDTV to hear the sound. Connect the audio output of audio cables is selected for left speaker. * For digital TV stations in mind that S-Video connections are only images signals; Right Portion 11 VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 13 12 14 11. AV1...
...then stereo audio would be the audio coming out your area visit www.antennaweb.org Version 10/9/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com Speakers cannot be available on the rear of the TV set of the source into L+R audio connectors next to the S-Video connector. When the DTV input is needed...this connection. 13. Connect the audio from the LCD HDTV to hear the sound. Connect the audio output of audio cables is selected for left speaker. * For digital TV stations in mind that S-Video connections are only images signals; Right Portion 11 VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 13 12 14 11. AV1...
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This button has been pre-programmed to select the codes to the Standby mode. If the remote is not working with your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. This button selects a programmed DVD player. This DASH button is for the separation of ... Remote Control. Press it again to return to operate the VIZIO HDTV. NOTE: This is a programmable remote supporting up to TV. Version 10/9/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com Remote LED - This button selects a programmed cable TV set-top box or a satellite TV set the functions back to four different components. The remote...
This button has been pre-programmed to select the codes to the Standby mode. If the remote is not working with your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. This button selects a programmed DVD player. This DASH button is for the separation of ... Remote Control. Press it again to return to operate the VIZIO HDTV. NOTE: This is a programmable remote supporting up to TV. Version 10/9/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com Remote LED - This button selects a programmed cable TV set-top box or a satellite TV set the functions back to four different components. The remote...
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... button will operate the Satellite Box the same as this button on your Satellite Remote. depending on your Satellite Remote. Press this button to select TV programming. While in RGB/PC mode the options are 4:3 and 16:9. Press this button again the continue playing. Repeated pressing of Stereo, SAP ... SWAP will switch the displays from the main screen to the sub-screen while in 30 minute increments up to control your local company. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable...
... button will operate the Satellite Box the same as this button on your Satellite Remote. depending on your Satellite Remote. Press this button to select TV programming. While in RGB/PC mode the options are 4:3 and 16:9. Press this button again the continue playing. Repeated pressing of Stereo, SAP ... SWAP will switch the displays from the main screen to the sub-screen while in 30 minute increments up to control your local company. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate the Cable...
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...Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. Do not mix new and old batteries. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does respond at the remote control sensor to transmit the commands. Do not attempt to clean the remote...approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from the front of the receiver window, 30° 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 heat sources. Avoid humidity. Precautionary Tips for a long period of time...
...Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. Do not mix new and old batteries. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does respond at the remote control sensor to transmit the commands. Do not attempt to clean the remote...approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from the front of the receiver window, 30° 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 heat sources. Avoid humidity. Precautionary Tips for a long period of time...
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...used video connection. The video signal is carried through this single pin connector. Black DTV Coaxial RF. Blue RGB PC (VGA) - The VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A has six different ways to be displayed more sharply. Green and Purple Component 1/2 - This enhancement over a single cable. The ...other two containing the color information. This is the connection for digital displays. This is the most advanced for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. It also enables text to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this way avoids 'cross...
...used video connection. The video signal is carried through this single pin connector. Black DTV Coaxial RF. Blue RGB PC (VGA) - The VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A has six different ways to be displayed more sharply. Green and Purple Component 1/2 - This enhancement over a single cable. The ...other two containing the color information. This is the connection for digital displays. This is the most advanced for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. It also enables text to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this way avoids 'cross...
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...to the HDMI 2 connection. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Note: For more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Connecting your cable or satellite operator. If you are already using the INPUT button on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content ...Protection (HDCP). The HDMI input on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and...
...to the HDMI 2 connection. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Note: For more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Connecting your cable or satellite operator. If you are already using the INPUT button on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content ...Protection (HDCP). The HDMI input on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and...
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... area) at the rear of PC formats. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for... manual for added security and protection. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: 1. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on the power to the...
... area) at the rear of PC formats. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for... manual for added security and protection. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: 1. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on the power to the...
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.... 5. Refer to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on the power to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to your cable or satellite operator. row of the ... Cable or Satellite Box (Better) 1. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by the purple area. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to you when viewing from the rear of the...
.... 5. Refer to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on the power to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to your cable or satellite operator. row of the ... Cable or Satellite Box (Better) 1. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by the purple area. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to you when viewing from the rear of the...
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... off the power to www.antennaweb.org for DTV 1. 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 DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). Select DTV using the INPUT button...
... off the power to www.antennaweb.org for DTV 1. 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 DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). Select DTV using the INPUT button...
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 4. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. Note: If you have an off the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 2. Select TV using ...the INPUT button on the rear of your VCR 1. Connect the "Output to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3. Select TV using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Turn ...
VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 4. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. Note: If you have an off the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 2. Select TV using ...the INPUT button on the rear of your VCR 1. Connect the "Output to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3. Select TV using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Turn ...
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... end to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 10/9/2007 26 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 7. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the audio connectors associated with the...3. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 6. row of connectors nearest to the corresponding Pr (red color) ...
... end to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 10/9/2007 26 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 7. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the audio connectors associated with the...3. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 6. row of connectors nearest to the corresponding Pr (red color) ...