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.... Write down the serial number located on the back of enjoyment from your new VIZIO M261VP television purchase. This product qualifies for Energy Star rating. VIZIO, THE V LOGO, WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC. dba V, Inc. Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other features...
.... Write down the serial number located on the back of enjoyment from your new VIZIO M261VP television purchase. This product qualifies for Energy Star rating. VIZIO, THE V LOGO, WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC. dba V, Inc. Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other features...
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...6. Do not defeat the safety purpose of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before cleaning your dealer. 12. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to... the presence of important operating and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying your HDTV. 2 www.VIZIO.com Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner for the installation, use abrasive cleaners. 3. If your HDTV falls, it from being...
...6. Do not defeat the safety purpose of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before cleaning your dealer. 12. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to... the presence of important operating and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying your HDTV. 2 www.VIZIO.com Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner for the installation, use abrasive cleaners. 3. If your HDTV falls, it from being...
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...becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer and refer all servicing to power surges. 21. Version 6/15/2010 3 www.VIZIO.com Overloading can damage the remote control or injure the operator. 30. Any other cables are unplugged before moving your HDTV is dropped ...cord immediately and contact your HDTV, hold the power plug, not the cord. When unplugging your dealer for long period of your dealer. VIZIO M261VP User Manual 16. Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Unplug your HDTV in environments with instructions. Do not install your HDTV ...
...becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer and refer all servicing to power surges. 21. Version 6/15/2010 3 www.VIZIO.com Overloading can damage the remote control or injure the operator. 30. Any other cables are unplugged before moving your HDTV is dropped ...cord immediately and contact your HDTV, hold the power plug, not the cord. When unplugging your dealer for long period of your dealer. VIZIO M261VP User Manual 16. Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Unplug your HDTV in environments with instructions. Do not install your HDTV ...
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... information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is intended to be connected to...TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected...
... information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is intended to be connected to...TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected...
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...when they will be complete on June 12, 2009, but your local television stations may switch sooner. Version 6/15/2010 5 www.VIZIO.com For additional information, contact the parties listed below, as before to digital television broadcasting will turn off their analog signal and ...ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is required. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch ...
...when they will be complete on June 12, 2009, but your local television stations may switch sooner. Version 6/15/2010 5 www.VIZIO.com For additional information, contact the parties listed below, as before to digital television broadcasting will turn off their analog signal and ...ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is required. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch ...
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VIZIO M261VP 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 10 Finding a Location ... FOR THE FIRST TIME 19 Connecting to the Internet ...19 Select Input Source ...19 Watching a TV Program ...19 Viewing Digital TV Program Information 20 Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...21 CHAPTER 6 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT 22 Which Video Connection Should I Use 22 Connecting Your Cable/Satellite Box ...23 Using HDMI (Best) ...23 HDMI...
VIZIO M261VP 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 10 Finding a Location ... FOR THE FIRST TIME 19 Connecting to the Internet ...19 Select Input Source ...19 Watching a TV Program ...19 Viewing Digital TV Program Information 20 Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...21 CHAPTER 6 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT 22 Which Video Connection Should I Use 22 Connecting Your Cable/Satellite Box ...23 Using HDMI (Best) ...23 HDMI...
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Ethernet Connection...30 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 Using Profiles...33 Updating your TV...34 CHAPTER 8 ADJUSTING ... Input ...44 Game Mode ...44 Parental Controls ...44 Menu Language ...46 Time & Local Settings ...46 Help Menu ...47 System Info ...47 Version 6/15/2010 7 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO M261VP User Manual Ethernet Connection...30 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 Using Profiles...33 Updating your TV...34 CHAPTER 8 ADJUSTING ... Input ...44 Game Mode ...44 Parental Controls ...44 Menu Language ...46 Time & Local Settings ...46 Help Menu ...47 System Info ...47 Version 6/15/2010 7 www.VIZIO.com
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... 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 CHAPTER 10 SPECIFICATIONS 54 M261VP Specifications...54 Compliance...55 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 55 Preset PC Resolutions ...56 Resolution...
... 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 CHAPTER 10 SPECIFICATIONS 54 M261VP Specifications...54 Compliance...55 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 55 Preset PC Resolutions ...56 Resolution...
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... Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946). Version 6/15/2010 9 www.VIZIO.com Package Contents VIZIO M261VP VIZIO remote control VR17 AA batteries for the remote control (2) AC/DC power adapter Detachable base...; Extra or replacement remote controls Sound Bars Blu-ray DVD Players VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for future shipping. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good...
... Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946). Version 6/15/2010 9 www.VIZIO.com Package Contents VIZIO M261VP VIZIO remote control VR17 AA batteries for the remote control (2) AC/DC power adapter Detachable base...; Extra or replacement remote controls Sound Bars Blu-ray DVD Players VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for future shipping. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in good...
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV The power consumption of your HDTV is about 39.5W (Avg),
VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV The power consumption of your HDTV is about 39.5W (Avg),
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... face down on and tighten the thumb screw to the TV. 2. Slide the base on a clean, padded, flat surface. Version 6/15/2010 11 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M261VP User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of the TV. Unpack the TV and stand base 1. Attach...
... face down on and tighten the thumb screw to the TV. 2. Slide the base on a clean, padded, flat surface. Version 6/15/2010 11 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M261VP User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of the TV. Unpack the TV and stand base 1. Attach...
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Wall Mounting your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall: a. Disconnect the cables from the neck, unscrew the thumbscrew on the ... for support. 2. b. b. Wall Mounting Specifications Screw Size M4 Screw Length 12.0 mm Screw Pitch 0.7 mm Hole Pattern VESA standard 75 x 75 mm spacing 12 www.VIZIO.com Remove the stand base and neck: a. Note: To remove the base from your specific wall mount to the screen. Remove the four (4) screws holding...
VIZIO M261VP User Manual Wall Mounting your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall: a. Disconnect the cables from the neck, unscrew the thumbscrew on the ... for support. 2. b. b. Wall Mounting Specifications Screw Size M4 Screw Length 12.0 mm Screw Pitch 0.7 mm Hole Pattern VESA standard 75 x 75 mm spacing 12 www.VIZIO.com Remove the stand base and neck: a. Note: To remove the base from your specific wall mount to the screen. Remove the four (4) screws holding...
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... pressing the button once. Side Button Controls POWER ( )-Turn your HDTV off. While the menu is active, this button will return to the remote signal. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel Remote Control Sensor-Point the remote control directly at this window on the lower left and... change the channels up and down . Additionally, when the menu is active, these buttons function as up or down controls. Version 6/15/2010 13 www.VIZIO.com
... pressing the button once. Side Button Controls POWER ( )-Turn your HDTV off. While the menu is active, this button will return to the remote signal. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel Remote Control Sensor-Point the remote control directly at this window on the lower left and... change the channels up and down . Additionally, when the menu is active, these buttons function as up or down controls. Version 6/15/2010 13 www.VIZIO.com
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...speakers. 4. See Network Menu on page 41 for detailed information on the S/PDIF Optical connector for high definition image quality. 14 www.VIZIO.com COMPONENT (Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr with the programming will be available on setting up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App ... Component Y jack and then connect the red and white audio cables to access the Internet. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Rear Panel Connections 1. USB-Service port for these ports. 3. DTV/TV-Connect to a VIZIO Sound Bar or your area visit www.antennaweb.org. AUDIO OUT: HEADPHONE-Connect your...
...speakers. 4. See Network Menu on page 41 for detailed information on the S/PDIF Optical connector for high definition image quality. 14 www.VIZIO.com COMPONENT (Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr with the programming will be available on setting up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App ... Component Y jack and then connect the red and white audio cables to access the Internet. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Rear Panel Connections 1. USB-Service port for these ports. 3. DTV/TV-Connect to a VIZIO Sound Bar or your area visit www.antennaweb.org. AUDIO OUT: HEADPHONE-Connect your...
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... to personal injury. Dispose of batteries according to clean the remote control with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment 3. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. You can also use AA batteries. ...Do not mix new and old batteries. If the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them into the remote control. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR universal remote that lets you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with a ...
... to personal injury. Dispose of batteries according to clean the remote control with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment 3. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets. You can also use AA batteries. ...Do not mix new and old batteries. If the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them into the remote control. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR universal remote that lets you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with a ...
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...an option, you will return to the beginning. For example, digital channel 282 would be selected by the button sequence 2, 8, DASH, 2. 16 www.VIZIO.com CC-Press to display detailed information when viewing a digital TV program. EXIT-Press to exit from open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. ... Button Pad-Press to standby mode. OK-Press to select an option in the following sequence: TV, Comp/AV, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, and RGB. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will see the screen adjusting to the different...
...an option, you will return to the beginning. For example, digital channel 282 would be selected by the button sequence 2, 8, DASH, 2. 16 www.VIZIO.com CC-Press to display detailed information when viewing a digital TV program. EXIT-Press to exit from open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. ... Button Pad-Press to standby mode. OK-Press to select an option in the following sequence: TV, Comp/AV, HDMI-1, HDMI-2, and RGB. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will see the screen adjusting to the different...
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...Using VIA on page 31 for the active App Press to reverse playback. Press to view settings for more . VIZIO M261VP User Manual A/V Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your HDTV. Fast Reverse ( )-Press to launch the VIA Dock. Stop ( ..., create a new App and add it to music, and much more information about the VIA functions on your HDTV. Version 6/15/2010 17 www.VIZIO.com Pause (II)-Press to begin recording. Fast Forward ( )-Press to skip to the next chapter. (●)-Press to pause playback. Press to ...
...Using VIA on page 31 for the active App Press to reverse playback. Press to view settings for more . VIZIO M261VP User Manual A/V Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your HDTV. Fast Reverse ( )-Press to launch the VIA Dock. Stop ( ..., create a new App and add it to music, and much more information about the VIA functions on your HDTV. Version 6/15/2010 17 www.VIZIO.com Pause (II)-Press to begin recording. Fast Forward ( )-Press to skip to the next chapter. (●)-Press to pause playback. Press to ...
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...the power cord connector on your TV. The Setup App will : o Connect to control them yet. During the setup process you have a Cable/Satellite box). VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that in the Setup App. 4. Follow the on your TV for... the first time. Don't connect them . 18 www.VIZIO.com Turn on -screen directions to navigate through the Setup App. Use the arrow and OK buttons to easily setup your remote to the Internet...
...the power cord connector on your TV. The Setup App will : o Connect to control them yet. During the setup process you have a Cable/Satellite box). VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that in the Setup App. 4. Follow the on your TV for... the first time. Don't connect them . 18 www.VIZIO.com Turn on -screen directions to navigate through the Setup App. Use the arrow and OK buttons to easily setup your remote to the Internet...
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...-air antenna connections are watching a program using the TV input, press the channel buttons on page 43. Version 6/15/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com A wired connection may provide a more consistent connection depending on the back of your HDTV connections are secure and you have selected the...an Ethernet cable from your Internet connection into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. 1. Press the power button on your HDTV. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet through your wireless home network. Your HDTV has 802...
...-air antenna connections are watching a program using the TV input, press the channel buttons on page 43. Version 6/15/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com A wired connection may provide a more consistent connection depending on the back of your HDTV connections are secure and you have selected the...an Ethernet cable from your Internet connection into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. 1. Press the power button on your HDTV. VIZIO M261VP User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet through your wireless home network. Your HDTV has 802...
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VIZIO M261VP User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed or when you press GUIDE, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Press GUIDE again to display more information about the program and schedule. 20 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO M261VP User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed or when you press GUIDE, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Press GUIDE again to display more information about the program and schedule. 20 www.VIZIO.com