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M221NV 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What's In the Box • VIZIO HDTV • VIZIO Remote Control (2 AA batteries included) • Component to millions of... Strap • User Manual • Quickstart Guide • Registration Card 2 SETTING UP YOUR TV Your new VIZIO HDTV with VIZIO Internet Apps™ (VIA) has a built-in HD! Choose from the TV to a wall outlet. >...to connect them yet. Insert batteries into the remote control. Gather the devices you watch movies, TV shows, listen to adjust the settings on your TV. ©2010 VIZIO Inc. See www.amazon.com/vizioterms for ...
M221NV 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What's In the Box • VIZIO HDTV • VIZIO Remote Control (2 AA batteries included) • Component to millions of... Strap • User Manual • Quickstart Guide • Registration Card 2 SETTING UP YOUR TV Your new VIZIO HDTV with VIZIO Internet Apps™ (VIA) has a built-in HD! Choose from the TV to a wall outlet. >...to connect them yet. Insert batteries into the remote control. Gather the devices you watch movies, TV shows, listen to adjust the settings on your TV. ©2010 VIZIO Inc. See www.amazon.com/vizioterms for ...
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® M221NV QUICKSTART GUIDE HDTV 3 WAYS TO WATCH HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO 1. HIGH-DEFINITION SOUND Complete...gray bars on the front of added repair service! Try setting your product today and receive the latest VIZIO news and special offers. Extended coverage begins when the manufacturer's warranty expires so you should fill the ... zoom mode; See User Manual for more information, please contact your remote repeatedly until a picture re-appears. SATELLITE / CABLE GAMING CONSOLE BLU-RAY™ / DVD VIZIO HIGH DEFINITION CABLES MAKE THE BEST HD CONNECTION! For the best image...
® M221NV QUICKSTART GUIDE HDTV 3 WAYS TO WATCH HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO 1. HIGH-DEFINITION SOUND Complete...gray bars on the front of added repair service! Try setting your product today and receive the latest VIZIO news and special offers. Extended coverage begins when the manufacturer's warranty expires so you should fill the ... zoom mode; See User Manual for more information, please contact your remote repeatedly until a picture re-appears. SATELLITE / CABLE GAMING CONSOLE BLU-RAY™ / DVD VIZIO HIGH DEFINITION CABLES MAKE THE BEST HD CONNECTION! For the best image...
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...When your HDTV will protect your dealer. o Liquid sprays or any abnormality occurs. o The performance of the marked voltage can damage the remote control or injure the operator. 30. Any other hazards. To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during lightning. Do not ...components may cause fire or electric shock. 19. If any other moisture. Keep your dealer and refer all servicing to power surges. 21. VIZIO M221NV User Manual 17. o Your HDTV is exposed to high voltages, electric shock, and other voltage than the specified voltage may function abnormally....
...When your HDTV will protect your dealer. o Liquid sprays or any abnormality occurs. o The performance of the marked voltage can damage the remote control or injure the operator. 30. Any other hazards. To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during lightning. Do not ...components may cause fire or electric shock. 19. If any other moisture. Keep your dealer and refer all servicing to power surges. 21. VIZIO M221NV User Manual 17. o Your HDTV is exposed to high voltages, electric shock, and other voltage than the specified voltage may function abnormally....
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VIZIO M221NV 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 9 Finding a Location for ......11 CHAPTER 2 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 12 Front Panel ...12 Jag Wheel Control ...12 Rear Panel Connections...13 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 14 Installing the Batteries ...14 Remote Control Range...14 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...14 Remote Control Buttons ...15 VIA Functions...16 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 17 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME 18...
VIZIO M221NV 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 9 Finding a Location for ......11 CHAPTER 2 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 12 Front Panel ...12 Jag Wheel Control ...12 Rear Panel Connections...13 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 14 Installing the Batteries ...14 Remote Control Range...14 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...14 Remote Control Buttons ...15 VIA Functions...16 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 17 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME 18...
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VIZIO M221NV User Manual 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 Deleting Apps...33 Moving Apps ...33 ......47 Guided Setup ...47 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 48 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...48 Troubleshooting Guide ...48 TV/Display Troubleshooting...48 Audio Troubleshooting ...51 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 51 Remote Control Troubleshooting...51 Internet Connection Troubleshooting 52 Telephone & Technical Support ...53 Compliance...54 FCC...
VIZIO M221NV User Manual 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 Deleting Apps...33 Moving Apps ...33 ......47 Guided Setup ...47 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 48 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...48 Troubleshooting Guide ...48 TV/Display Troubleshooting...48 Audio Troubleshooting ...51 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 51 Remote Control Troubleshooting...51 Internet Connection Troubleshooting 52 Telephone & Technical Support ...53 Compliance...54 FCC...
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The manufacturer's warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations. 8 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M221NV User Manual M221NV Specifications ...55 Preset PC Resolutions ...56 Resolution through RGB Input ...57 WARRANTY ...58 INDEX ...59 Opening the Package Your HDTV and... without protective padding. Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your VIZIO HDTV, visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946). Package Contents VIZIO M221NV VIZIO remote control VR12 AA batteries for future shipping. After you have opened the carton, ...
The manufacturer's warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations. 8 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M221NV User Manual M221NV Specifications ...55 Preset PC Resolutions ...56 Resolution through RGB Input ...57 WARRANTY ...58 INDEX ...59 Opening the Package Your HDTV and... without protective padding. Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your VIZIO HDTV, visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946). Package Contents VIZIO M221NV VIZIO remote control VR12 AA batteries for future shipping. After you have opened the carton, ...
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VIZIO M221NV User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of debris to the bottom of the TV. Align the ... it face down on a clean, padded, flat surface. Attach the TV stand base: 1. Remove the remote control, batteries, and power cord from getting scratched. Remove the two top foam end caps. 3. Tighten the thumbscrew. 10 www.VIZIO.com Note: Make sure that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the...
VIZIO M221NV User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of debris to the bottom of the TV. Align the ... it face down on a clean, padded, flat surface. Attach the TV stand base: 1. Remove the remote control, batteries, and power cord from getting scratched. Remove the two top foam end caps. 3. Tighten the thumbscrew. 10 www.VIZIO.com Note: Make sure that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the...
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...Menu. o Channel-Press to increase or decrease the speaker volume. The inputs cycle in the OSD menu. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. Remote Control Sensor-Point the remote control directly at this window on . Press and hold the Jag wheel for three seconds to ... to the remote signal. Jag Wheel Control The Jag wheel on the side of the same functions you have been combined into a single wheel on your M221NV. Press the Jag wheel once to turn your HDTV on the lower left corner of these functions have stepped through the...
...Menu. o Channel-Press to increase or decrease the speaker volume. The inputs cycle in the OSD menu. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. Remote Control Sensor-Point the remote control directly at this window on . Press and hold the Jag wheel for three seconds to ... to the remote signal. Jag Wheel Control The Jag wheel on the side of the same functions you have been combined into a single wheel on your M221NV. Press the Jag wheel once to turn your HDTV on the lower left corner of these functions have stepped through the...
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... lead to local hazardous waste regulations. Keep the batteries away from heat sources. Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Do not subject the remote control to clean the remote control with a clean, damp cloth. 14 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M221NV User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Installing the Batteries 1.
... lead to local hazardous waste regulations. Keep the batteries away from heat sources. Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Do not subject the remote control to clean the remote control with a clean, damp cloth. 14 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M221NV User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Installing the Batteries 1.
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... CEC-Supported Buttons: CEC needs to be used as the "D" button on your CEC-supported device. Press repeatedly to a previous OSD menu. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Remote Control Buttons POWER ( )-Press to turn the TV on from open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. See CEC on page 45 for... Blue, Red, & Green): Yellow-This button performs the same function as the "A" button on your Cable or Satellite box when using the remote to control your preprogrammed Cable/Satellite Box DVR. Blue-This button performs the same function as the "B" button on your Cable or Satellite box...
... CEC-Supported Buttons: CEC needs to be used as the "D" button on your CEC-supported device. Press repeatedly to a previous OSD menu. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Remote Control Buttons POWER ( )-Press to turn the TV on from open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. See CEC on page 45 for... Blue, Red, & Green): Yellow-This button performs the same function as the "A" button on your Cable or Satellite box when using the remote to control your preprogrammed Cable/Satellite Box DVR. Blue-This button performs the same function as the "B" button on your Cable or Satellite box...
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VIZIO M221NV User Manual INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning.... the dock let you have stepped through the various devices connected to launch the VIA Dock. See Using VIA on your remote control to your HDTV. Press to switch between the main and sub-channels. The Apps in the following sequence: TV...channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2, 8, DASH, 2. Press to view settings for more . 16 www.VIZIO.com VIA Functions Use these buttons on page 31 for the active App Press to your HDTV. Press to exit an App or...
VIZIO M221NV User Manual INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning.... the dock let you have stepped through the various devices connected to launch the VIA Dock. See Using VIA on your remote control to your HDTV. Press to switch between the main and sub-channels. The Apps in the following sequence: TV...channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2, 8, DASH, 2. Press to view settings for more . 16 www.VIZIO.com VIA Functions Use these buttons on page 31 for the active App Press to your HDTV. Press to exit an App or...
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...TV channels (unless you have a cable/satellite set-top box) o Connect your devices and set up your remote to control them yet. Insert batteries into an AC wall socket. 3. The Setup App will help you do ...that plays when you turn on your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into the remote control. 2. Turn on -screen directions to the power cord connector on your TV for the first time...Follow the on your TV. Don't connect them Version 5/13/2010 17 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M221NV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that in the Setup...
...TV channels (unless you have a cable/satellite set-top box) o Connect your devices and set up your remote to control them yet. Insert batteries into an AC wall socket. 3. The Setup App will help you do ...that plays when you turn on your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into the remote control. 2. Turn on -screen directions to the power cord connector on your TV for the first time...Follow the on your TV. Don't connect them Version 5/13/2010 17 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M221NV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that in the Setup...
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...detailed information on your HDTV. Turn on your device and you through your TV. When using the TV input, press the channel buttons on the remote control or press the Jag wheel on your HDTV. A wired connection may provide a more consistent connection depending on the front will see a picture.... Select the input to change the channel. Note: You should be in the HDTV Settings App. Each press of INPUT on your HDTV. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to Owner or User's Manual of such equipment for details. Your HDTV has...
...detailed information on your HDTV. Turn on your device and you through your TV. When using the TV input, press the channel buttons on the remote control or press the Jag wheel on your HDTV. A wired connection may provide a more consistent connection depending on the front will see a picture.... Select the input to change the channel. Note: You should be in the HDTV Settings App. Each press of INPUT on your HDTV. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to Owner or User's Manual of such equipment for details. Your HDTV has...
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...877-698-4946) for optimal results. Refer to the HDMI output of the TV. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes...for details. 1. 2. 3. 4. Note: Turn off your Cable or Satellite operator. 22 www.VIZIO.com The HDMI input on your HDTV. Connect an HDMI cable to your Cable/Satellite Set Top Box user manual ... on the power to the HDMI 1 or 2 jack on your Cable/Satellite box. Turn on the remote control or side of your Cable/Satellite box and the other end to your HDTV and your HDTV supports...
...877-698-4946) for optimal results. Refer to the HDMI output of the TV. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI (Best) Cable and Satellite Boxes...for details. 1. 2. 3. 4. Note: Turn off your Cable or Satellite operator. 22 www.VIZIO.com The HDMI input on your HDTV. Connect an HDMI cable to your Cable/Satellite Set Top Box user manual ... on the power to the HDMI 1 or 2 jack on your Cable/Satellite box. Turn on the remote control or side of your Cable/Satellite box and the other end to your HDTV and your HDTV supports...
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... cable. 5. HDMI Connections for HDMI so there may or may not be audio from the TV with DVI VIZIO M221NV User Manual 1. Using Component Video (Better) 1. Full tighten the thumb screws. 3. Connect the audio cables ...your Cable/Satellite box. 4. Turn on the audio adapter cable. 6. Version 5/13/2010 23 www.VIZIO.com Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. 2. Note: There are no dedicated audio ports for...and set-top box. 2. Connect the video adapter cable to the RGB PC input on the remote control or side of the audio adapter cable to the RGB PC AUDIO jack on the power...
... cable. 5. HDMI Connections for HDMI so there may or may not be audio from the TV with DVI VIZIO M221NV User Manual 1. Using Component Video (Better) 1. Full tighten the thumb screws. 3. Connect the audio cables ...your Cable/Satellite box. 4. Turn on the audio adapter cable. 6. Version 5/13/2010 23 www.VIZIO.com Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. 2. Note: There are no dedicated audio ports for...and set-top box. 2. Connect the video adapter cable to the RGB PC input on the remote control or side of the audio adapter cable to the RGB PC AUDIO jack on the power...
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... (yellow) on your HDTV. 4. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 5. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your Set Top Box to your HDTV and Set Top Box. 5. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Using Composite Video (Good) 1. Turn off the power to the DTV.../TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on scanning for channels. 24 www.VIZIO.com Connect the video cable (yellow) from your antenna or digital cable to...
... (yellow) on your HDTV. 4. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 5. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your Set Top Box to your HDTV and Set Top Box. 5. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Using Composite Video (Good) 1. Turn off the power to the DTV.../TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on scanning for channels. 24 www.VIZIO.com Connect the video cable (yellow) from your antenna or digital cable to...
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... Using HDMI (Best) VIZIO M221NV User Manual DVD players that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI 1 or 2 jack on your HDTV. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Visit... www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for ...
... Using HDMI (Best) VIZIO M221NV User Manual DVD players that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI 1 or 2 jack on your HDTV. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Visit... www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for ...
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... DVD Players with this connection. Connect the video adapter cable to select Comp (RGB) input. 26 www.VIZIO.com Select HDMI-1 or HDMI-2 using the INPUT button on the TV. 4. Press INPUT on the remote control to the RGB PC input on the audio adapter cable. 6. It will only fit one way... and red) from your HDTV and DVD player. 7. Connect the 1/8" audio plug of the audio adapter cable to the RGB PC AUDIO jack on the remote control or side of the TV. VIZIO M221NV User Manual HDMI Connections for HDMI so there may or may not be audio from the TV with DVI 1.
... DVD Players with this connection. Connect the video adapter cable to select Comp (RGB) input. 26 www.VIZIO.com Select HDMI-1 or HDMI-2 using the INPUT button on the TV. 4. Press INPUT on the remote control to the RGB PC input on the audio adapter cable. 6. It will only fit one way... and red) from your HDTV and DVD player. 7. Connect the 1/8" audio plug of the audio adapter cable to the RGB PC AUDIO jack on the remote control or side of the TV. VIZIO M221NV User Manual HDMI Connections for HDMI so there may or may not be audio from the TV with DVI 1.
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.... 4. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your DVD player to your HDTV. 3. Search for Standard or Digital TV 1. Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) VIZIO M221NV User Manual 1. Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for new channels. Turn off the power to the AV jack on the power... the AV L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 5. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Turn off the power to your HDTV. 3. Turn on scanning for more...
.... 4. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your DVD player to your HDTV. 3. Search for Standard or Digital TV 1. Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) VIZIO M221NV User Manual 1. Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for new channels. Turn off the power to the AV jack on the power... the AV L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 5. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Turn off the power to your HDTV. 3. Turn on scanning for more...
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... on your Home Theater to optical. Turn on your HDTV. 3. Turn on your HDTV. 4. See your Home Theater user manual for more information. 28 www.VIZIO.com Connect the audio cables on your VCR or video camera to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on the power to your HDTV and home... end of the optical cable to optical connectors on the Home Theater and the other end to the OPTICAL jack on the remote control or side of the product. 1. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about...
... on your Home Theater to optical. Turn on your HDTV. 3. Turn on your HDTV. 4. See your Home Theater user manual for more information. 28 www.VIZIO.com Connect the audio cables on your VCR or video camera to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on the power to your HDTV and home... end of the optical cable to optical connectors on the Home Theater and the other end to the OPTICAL jack on the remote control or side of the product. 1. VIZIO M221NV User Manual Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about...