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...polarities may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any of the cabinet are unplugged before operating the display. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY ... ~ 95˚F, Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 10/9/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com This plug will protect the GV42L FHDTV10A from moisture. Do not use an adapter to smoke or moisture may damage the wires inside the cable and cause fire or...
...polarities may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any of the cabinet are unplugged before operating the display. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY ... ~ 95˚F, Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 10/9/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com This plug will protect the GV42L FHDTV10A from moisture. Do not use an adapter to smoke or moisture may damage the wires inside the cable and cause fire or...
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... that has been designed to unpack and install the HDTV. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A and it from transportation damage. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card Version 10/9/2007 4 www.VIZIO.com Package Contents VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White...
... that has been designed to unpack and install the HDTV. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A and it from transportation damage. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card Version 10/9/2007 4 www.VIZIO.com Package Contents VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White...
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... of the strap to avoid tipping. Version 10/9/2007 5 www.VIZIO.com 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 power...
... of the strap to avoid tipping. Version 10/9/2007 5 www.VIZIO.com 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 power...
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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 ... ...43 4.4.2 Bass...43 4.4.3 Treble ...43 4.4.4 Balance...43 4.4.5 Surround...44 4.4.6 Speakers ...44 4.5 DTV / TV Tuner Setup...44 Version 10/9/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com
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 ... ...43 4.4.2 Bass...43 4.4.3 Treble ...43 4.4.4 Balance...43 4.4.5 Surround...44 4.4.6 Speakers ...44 4.5 DTV / TV Tuner Setup...44 Version 10/9/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com
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...59 4.18.3 How to select PIP/POP...60 4.18.4 Setting the Sleep Timer ...61 4.19 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 62 4.19.1 Programming for VCR ...62 4.19.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...62 4.19.3 Programming... 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 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...67 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 68 6.1 Specifications ...68 6.2 Glossary - Position ...55 4.15.8 V. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User ...
...59 4.18.3 How to select PIP/POP...60 4.18.4 Setting the Sleep Timer ...61 4.19 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 62 4.19.1 Programming for VCR ...62 4.19.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...62 4.19.3 Programming... 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 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...67 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 68 6.1 Specifications ...68 6.2 Glossary - Position ...55 4.15.8 V. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User ...
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... this button confirms the menu function to the GV42L FHDTV10A off . Menu - Version 10/9/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com 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. Remote Control Sensor - Switch the GV42L FHDTV10A on and orange when powered off . If...
... this button confirms the menu function to the GV42L FHDTV10A off . Menu - Version 10/9/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com 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. Remote Control Sensor - Switch the GV42L FHDTV10A on and orange when powered off . If...
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... turn the TV on the following pages. Version 10/9/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 DASH 2. This button starts all programming of the remote). This button has been pre-programmed to select the codes to select...
... turn the TV on the following pages. Version 10/9/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 DASH 2. This button starts all programming of the remote). This button has been pre-programmed to select the codes to select...
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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 Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote. When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate... will select the Closed Caption mode. Note: in PIP/POP mode; This button also starts recording when using the remote to "Freeze-Frame" the current screen. Version 10/9/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com When CABLE is the signal you have a Satellite Box instead and the code to match your Cable Box has...
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 Box the same as this button on your Cable Remote. When CABLE is selected and the code to match your Cable Box has been entered, this button will operate... will select the Closed Caption mode. Note: in PIP/POP mode; This button also starts recording when using the remote to "Freeze-Frame" the current screen. Version 10/9/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com When CABLE is the signal you have a Satellite Box instead and the code to match your Cable Box has...
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...new and old batteries. The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from heat sources. 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 accordance with ...local laws and regulations. Dispose of the receiver window, 30° to clean the remote control with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery...
...new and old batteries. The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from heat sources. 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 accordance with ...local laws and regulations. Dispose of the receiver window, 30° to clean the remote control with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery...
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... side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for details. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for the Set-Top Box, you do not want to the HDMI Input... 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 VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Note: For more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Turn on the LCD...
... side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for details. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for the Set-Top Box, you do not want to the HDMI Input... 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 VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Note: For more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Turn on the LCD...
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... LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Note: The HDMI Input is for more information about the video output requirements of the...remote or side of PC formats. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for HD Video and will only support 640x480 at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A... Input (white color area) at 60Hz from a PC. Version 10/9/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com Use the RGB PC input for added security and protection. Using an audio cable ...
... LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Note: The HDMI Input is for more information about the video output requirements of the...remote or side of PC formats. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for HD Video and will only support 640x480 at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A... Input (white color area) at 60Hz from a PC. Version 10/9/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com Use the RGB PC input for added security and protection. Using an audio cable ...
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... corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 5. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your cable or satellite operator. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top...
... corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 5. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your cable or satellite operator. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top...
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Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn on the Remote Control. Digital broadcasts are High Definition (HD). Version 10/9/2007 22 www.VIZIO.com Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna...
Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn on the Remote Control. Digital broadcasts are High Definition (HD). Version 10/9/2007 22 www.VIZIO.com Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna...
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... it to the "Antenna In" connector on the Remote Control. Version 10/9/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn off the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of your VCR 1. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV... 1. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the...
... it to the "Antenna In" connector on the Remote Control. Version 10/9/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn off the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of your VCR 1. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV... 1. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the...
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...remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you. 2.4.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for more information about the video output requirements of the product. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A...Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A for the DVD player, you can connect the DVD player to the LCD HDTV and your DVD Player (Best): 1. Turn off the ...
...remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you. 2.4.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for more information about the video output requirements of the product. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A...Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A for the DVD player, you can connect the DVD player to the LCD HDTV and your DVD Player (Best): 1. Turn off the ...
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...output on your DVD player and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player. 5. Version 10/9/2007 25 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the Remote Control. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output ...player. 2. For DVD Players with the HDMI input (white 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 power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.
...output on your DVD player and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player. 5. Version 10/9/2007 25 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the Remote Control. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output ...player. 2. For DVD Players with the HDMI input (white 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 power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.
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...of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. 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. Turn off the power to use the Component 1 input for more ... (green color) connector on the Remote Control. Refer to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Select Component 1 using the Component 1 input for another component, or you do not want to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting...
...of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. 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. Turn off the power to use the Component 1 input for more ... (green color) connector on the Remote Control. Refer to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Select Component 1 using the Component 1 input for another component, or you do not want to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting...
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...Video jack on the rear of your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the S-Video output on the Remote Control. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.3 Using S-Video (AV1) Connecting your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product.... on your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV1 on the power to your DVD Player (Good): 1. Version 10/9/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com Note: Refer to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 5. Turn off the power to the audio output connectors associated with the AV1 input....
...Video jack on the rear of your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the S-Video output on the Remote Control. VIZIO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.3 Using S-Video (AV1) Connecting your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product.... on your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV1 on the power to your DVD Player (Good): 1. Version 10/9/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com Note: Refer to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 5. Turn off the power to the audio output connectors associated with the AV1 input....
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... using the S-Video input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the Remote Control. Turn on your DVD Player (Good): 1. Refer to the corresponding R (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors in ... to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV 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 to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Video (yellow color) ...
... using the S-Video input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the Remote Control. Turn on your DVD Player (Good): 1. Refer to the corresponding R (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors in ... to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV 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 to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Video (yellow color) ...
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... output requirements of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the remote or side of the product. Version 10/9/2007 29 www.VIZIO.com Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the... and connect the other end to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group at the back right hand side connections 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 your VCR or Video Camera to the audio connectors associated with...
... output requirements of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the remote or side of the product. Version 10/9/2007 29 www.VIZIO.com Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the... and connect the other end to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group at the back right hand side connections 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 your VCR or Video Camera to the audio connectors associated with...