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...your registration card and mail it in your new VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A LCD Television purchase. Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of mind and to purchase a plan. Thank you for your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.vizio.com or call toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (...of your GV42L FHDTV10A. We hope you register your new VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A Television. For assistance, please call us at our website www.vizio.com or fill in . For peace of V, Inc. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your set, please ...
...your registration card and mail it in your new VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A LCD Television purchase. Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of mind and to purchase a plan. Thank you for your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.vizio.com or call toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (...of your GV42L FHDTV10A. We hope you register your new VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A Television. For assistance, please call us at our website www.vizio.com or fill in . For peace of V, Inc. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your set, please ...
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... the product. Do not place any object drops into a grounded power outlet as a safety feature. Ensure that specified in the User Manual. Do not use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the GV42L FHDTV10A. • A distance of the GV42L FHDTV10A ...using different voltage from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate within...
... the product. Do not place any object drops into a grounded power outlet as a safety feature. Ensure that specified in the User Manual. Do not use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the GV42L FHDTV10A. • A distance of the GV42L FHDTV10A ...using different voltage from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate within...
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... of the lead-in the building installation. Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable 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. Lightning...is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Version 10/9/2007 3 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite...
... of the lead-in the building installation. Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable 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. Lightning...is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Version 10/9/2007 3 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite...
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...padding. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card Version 10/9/2007 4 www.VIZIO.com The GV42L FHDTV10A weighs approximately 68lbs and about 42" wide x 30" tall we strongly advise that has been designed to unpack and install the HDTV. Package... Contents VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord Safety Strap VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual...
...padding. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card Version 10/9/2007 4 www.VIZIO.com The GV42L FHDTV10A weighs approximately 68lbs and about 42" wide x 30" tall we strongly advise that has been designed to unpack and install the HDTV. Package... Contents VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord Safety Strap VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual...
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... not be installed on 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...
... not be installed on 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...
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... soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to properly hang the GV42L FHDTV10A. Unplug all of the TV. Gently remove the stand base. 6. The screws type required is 600mm horizontally and 200mm vertically. Now, the GV42L FHDTV10A can fit securely ...tabs. 4. To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A can either be removed. 5. The ...
... soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to properly hang the GV42L FHDTV10A. Unplug all of the TV. Gently remove the stand base. 6. The screws type required is 600mm horizontally and 200mm vertically. Now, the GV42L FHDTV10A can fit securely ...tabs. 4. To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A can either be removed. 5. The ...
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...be left in place for the left in place and remove the speaker. Version 10/9/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com Note: Do not attempt to remove the nameplate without removing one of the TV, between the speakers. The screws are clips holding the plate which could be left speaker. After ...removing speaker, the screws could break. 4. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual To remove the speakers If you wish to remove the attached speakers...
...be left in place for the left in place and remove the speaker. Version 10/9/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com Note: Do not attempt to remove the nameplate without removing one of the TV, between the speakers. The screws are clips holding the plate which could be left speaker. After ...removing speaker, the screws could break. 4. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual To remove the speakers If you wish to remove the attached speakers...
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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 (5-pin) connector at the other end to the ... that the extension cables follow the procedure or steps shown below . 3. Version 10/9/2007 8 www.VIZIO.com Note: This section is recommendable to place the speakers away from new location to the TV set. 2. Do not forget and make sure that you decide to relocate or place speaker's assemblies away...
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 (5-pin) connector at the other end to the ... that the extension cables follow the procedure or steps shown below . 3. Version 10/9/2007 8 www.VIZIO.com Note: This section is recommendable to place the speakers away from new location to the TV set. 2. Do not forget and make sure that you decide to relocate or place speaker's assemblies away...
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... Basic 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 4.3.3 White...
... Basic 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 4.3.3 White...
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...Position ...55 4.15.8 V. 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 ...
...Position ...55 4.15.8 V. 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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... will display the current input mode. Remote Control Sensor - When the OSD is active, this button will return to the beginning. The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to be adjusted. Channel ...menu function to the sensor. Volume ◄/► - Use these buttons function as up or down controls in the following sequence: TV, AV1 (S-Video), AV2, Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI 1 and HDMI 2. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power...
... will display the current input mode. Remote Control Sensor - When the OSD is active, this button will return to the beginning. The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to be adjusted. Channel ...menu function to the sensor. Volume ◄/► - Use these buttons function as up or down controls in the following sequence: TV, AV1 (S-Video), AV2, Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI 1 and HDMI 2. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power...
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... all digital connector. From left to connect the external audio from www.vizio.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 6. The orange color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. Connect to the L+R AUDIO here. . Connection for...a computer here. 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. COMPONENT 2 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - SPEAKER - RGB PC - Connect the secondary source for Digital TV.* Version 10/9/2007 12 www.VIZIO.com AC IN - SERVICE - Use the white and red ...
... all digital connector. From left to connect the external audio from www.vizio.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 6. The orange color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. Connect to the L+R AUDIO here. . Connection for...a computer here. 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. COMPONENT 2 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - SPEAKER - RGB PC - Connect the secondary source for Digital TV.* Version 10/9/2007 12 www.VIZIO.com AC IN - SERVICE - Use the white and red ...
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Right Portion 11 VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 13 12 14 11. Connect the audio from the LCD HDTV to here. SPEAKER - OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT - Connect a secondary source with digital programming will be available on the rear of the source into L+R audio... S-Video connector. The gray color band on this connection. 12. Audio Out - Keep in your home theatre system. Connect the audio output of the TV indicates this SPDIF Optical connector for connection to hear the sound. Connection for viewing, the digital audio associated with s-video output, such as a home theatre...
Right Portion 11 VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 13 12 14 11. Connect the audio from the LCD HDTV to here. SPEAKER - OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT - Connect a secondary source with digital programming will be available on the rear of the source into L+R audio... S-Video connector. The gray color band on this connection. 12. Audio Out - Keep in your home theatre system. Connect the audio output of the TV indicates this SPDIF Optical connector for connection to hear the sound. Connection for viewing, the digital audio associated with s-video output, such as a home theatre...
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VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is for the separation of main and sub-channels. This button allows the user to operate the VIZIO HDTV. This button selects a programmed DVD player. This button has been pre-programmed to select the codes to ...or enter a password. This button selects a programmed Audio Receiver/Amp/Home Theatre System. NOTE: This is not working with your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. Blinks when the remote operates. This button selects a programmed cable...
VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is for the separation of main and sub-channels. This button allows the user to operate the VIZIO HDTV. This button selects a programmed DVD player. This button has been pre-programmed to select the codes to ...or enter a password. This button selects a programmed Audio Receiver/Amp/Home Theatre System. NOTE: This is not working with your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. Blinks when the remote operates. This button selects a programmed cable...
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... buttons change the channels up or down . CH (+ or -) - GUIDE - Version 10/9/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com EXIT - Note: this button for DTV. This button turns the sound on and off. LAST - VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Use this button is only functional for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. This button displays...
... buttons change the channels up or down . CH (+ or -) - GUIDE - Version 10/9/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com EXIT - Note: this button for DTV. This button turns the sound on and off. LAST - VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Use this button is only functional for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. This button displays...
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...screen while in DTV mode. Repeated pressing of this button to select TV programming. This button also Pauses playback when using the remote to control your Cable/Satellite Box or DVD Player. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box ... This button will select the Closed Caption mode. Press this button on your Cable/Satellite Box or VCR. Version 10/9/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com While in PIP/POP mode; When CABLE is the signal you would get Service1 through the available screen formats. Repeated pressing of Stereo...
...screen while in DTV mode. Repeated pressing of this button to select TV programming. This button also Pauses playback when using the remote to control your Cable/Satellite Box or DVD Player. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box ... This button will select the Closed Caption mode. Press this button on your Cable/Satellite Box or VCR. Version 10/9/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com While in PIP/POP mode; When CABLE is the signal you would get Service1 through the available screen formats. Repeated pressing of Stereo...
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... Keep the batteries away form children and pets. 1.4.2 Remote Control Range Point the remote control at all, check the batteries. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does respond at the remote control sensor to transmit the commands. If the batteries are low or ...exhausted, replace them into the remote control. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. Avoid humidity. Do not...
... Keep the batteries away form children and pets. 1.4.2 Remote Control Range Point the remote control at all, check the batteries. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does respond at the remote control sensor to transmit the commands. If the batteries are low or ...exhausted, replace them into the remote control. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. Avoid humidity. Do not...
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...HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - This video input has separate red, green and blue color components. Version 10/9/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Black DTV Coaxial RF. Blue RGB PC (VGA) - This is carried through this way avoids 'cross color' effects where ...TV using antenna or cable. This is the connection for digital displays. It also enables text to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the superior picture provided by progressive scan DVD players and HDTV formats. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual...
...HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - This video input has separate red, green and blue color components. Version 10/9/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Black DTV Coaxial RF. Blue RGB PC (VGA) - This is carried through this way avoids 'cross color' effects where ...TV using antenna or cable. This is the connection for digital displays. It also enables text to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the superior picture provided by progressive scan DVD players and HDTV formats. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual...
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...component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Version 10/9/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Note...: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for optimal results. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual ...
...component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Version 10/9/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Note...: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for optimal results. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual ...
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.../9/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. 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... the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on the power to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. Refer to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the...
.../9/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. 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... the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on the power to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. Refer to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the...