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... enjoy online content on your DVD player or cable/satellite box. Press to select an App. Press the VIA Button on demand. M470NV M550NV 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What's In the Box • VIZIO HDTV • VIZIO Universal Remote Control with Bluetooth (2 AA batteries included) • Power Cord • Safety Strap • Screen Cleaning Cloth •...
... enjoy online content on your DVD player or cable/satellite box. Press to select an App. Press the VIA Button on demand. M470NV M550NV 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What's In the Box • VIZIO HDTV • VIZIO Universal Remote Control with Bluetooth (2 AA batteries included) • Power Cord • Safety Strap • Screen Cleaning Cloth •...
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...and certified by VIZIO engineers for the image to check the outlet is not available, view Standard Definition from a digital source. Plug another electrical device (like a radio) to the outlet to reappear. The Setup App is receiving an...on Extended Warranties Visit us at resolutions much higher than old TVs, so you have for instructions. ® M470NV M550NV QUICKSTART GUIDE HDTV 3 WAYS TO WATCH HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO 1. Standard analog TV will see before doing so... if you should fill the screen. REGISTER NOW Register your remote repeatedly until a picture re-appears.
...and certified by VIZIO engineers for the image to check the outlet is not available, view Standard Definition from a digital source. Plug another electrical device (like a radio) to the outlet to reappear. The Setup App is receiving an...on Extended Warranties Visit us at resolutions much higher than old TVs, so you have for instructions. ® M470NV M550NV QUICKSTART GUIDE HDTV 3 WAYS TO WATCH HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO 1. Standard analog TV will see before doing so... if you should fill the screen. REGISTER NOW Register your remote repeatedly until a picture re-appears.
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VIZIO M470NV/M550NV 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 ......16 Making it Your Universal Remote...17 Remote Control Range...17 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...17 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 18 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV 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...
VIZIO M470NV/M550NV 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 ......16 Making it Your Universal Remote...17 Remote Control Range...17 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...17 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 18 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV 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...
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VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using Optical (S/PDIF) ...28 Connecting a Computer...29 RGB (VGA) ...29 Using HDMI...29 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 Using Profiles...33 Updating your TV... Reset TV Settings ...50 Clear Memory (Factory Default) ...50 Guided Setup ...50 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 51 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...51 Troubleshooting Guide ...51 TV/Display Troubleshooting...51 Version 6/28/2010 7 www...
VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using Optical (S/PDIF) ...28 Connecting a Computer...29 RGB (VGA) ...29 Using HDMI...29 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 Using Profiles...33 Updating your TV... Reset TV Settings ...50 Clear Memory (Factory Default) ...50 Guided Setup ...50 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 51 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...51 Troubleshooting Guide ...51 TV/Display Troubleshooting...51 Version 6/28/2010 7 www...
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VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Audio Troubleshooting ...54 Bluetooth Troubleshooting...54 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 54 Remote Control Troubleshooting...55 Internet Connection Troubleshooting 55 Telephone & Technical Support ...56 Compliance...57 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 57 CHAPTER 10 SPECIFICATIONS 58 M470NV Specifications ...58 M550NV Specifications ...59 Preset PC Resolutions ...61 Resolution through RGB Input ...61 WARRANTY ...62 Index ...63 8 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Audio Troubleshooting ...54 Bluetooth Troubleshooting...54 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 54 Remote Control Troubleshooting...55 Internet Connection Troubleshooting 55 Telephone & Technical Support ...56 Compliance...57 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 57 CHAPTER 10 SPECIFICATIONS 58 M470NV Specifications ...58 M550NV Specifications ...59 Preset PC Resolutions ...61 Resolution through RGB Input ...61 WARRANTY ...62 Index ...63 8 www.VIZIO.com
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... and old batteries. You can also activate your remote control using the HDTV Settings App. Remove the battery cover. 2. You can also use by a professional service technician. 2. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR / Bluetooth-enabled universal remote that lets you match the (+) and (-) symbols...
... and old batteries. You can also activate your remote control using the HDTV Settings App. Remove the battery cover. 2. You can also use by a professional service technician. 2. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR / Bluetooth-enabled universal remote that lets you match the (+) and (-) symbols...
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...the "C" button on your cable/satellite box. Also, press repeatedly to go back to the previous page in the HDTV Settings App. Version 6/28/2010 15 www.VIZIO.com Device Power ( next to INPUT button)-Press to turn menu options on your cable/satellite box. EXIT-Press to exit ...you set up or down . VIA-Press to launch the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Dock on from open menus, adjust other TV settings such as the INFO button for the device connected to the active input (i.e. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the...
...the "C" button on your cable/satellite box. Also, press repeatedly to go back to the previous page in the HDTV Settings App. Version 6/28/2010 15 www.VIZIO.com Device Power ( next to INPUT button)-Press to turn menu options on your cable/satellite box. EXIT-Press to exit ...you set up or down . VIA-Press to launch the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Dock on from open menus, adjust other TV settings such as the INFO button for the device connected to the active input (i.e. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the...
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... and characters in order to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your HDTV. A/V Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to use the sliding keyboard. Pause (II)-Press to your HDTV. The Apps in the dock let you first turn on your VIA Dock. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual PIP-Press to insert...
... and characters in order to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your HDTV. A/V Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to use the sliding keyboard. Pause (II)-Press to your HDTV. The Apps in the dock let you first turn on your VIA Dock. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual PIP-Press to insert...
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... 30 feet (10 meters) from the front of the remote control sensor, 30° to control the TV. The effective range of the remote control sensor. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Making it Your Universal Remote The Setup App that runs when you first turn on setting up your ...devices by accessing the HDTV Settings App. When in IR mode (factory default): Point the remote control directly at all of...
... 30 feet (10 meters) from the front of the remote control sensor, 30° to control the TV. The effective range of the remote control sensor. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Making it Your Universal Remote The Setup App that runs when you first turn on setting up your ...devices by accessing the HDTV Settings App. When in IR mode (factory default): Point the remote control directly at all of...
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... the on your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into the remote control. 2. We will help you do that plays when you turn on your new HDTV. 1. The Setup App will : Activate your new remote control for Bluetooth Connect to the Internet Add your... power cord connector on -screen directions to your HDTV. Turn on your remote to navigate through the Setup App. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that in the Setup App. 4. During the setup process you have a cable/satellite set-top box...
... the on your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into the remote control. 2. We will help you do that plays when you turn on your new HDTV. 1. The Setup App will : Activate your new remote control for Bluetooth Connect to the Internet Add your... power cord connector on -screen directions to your HDTV. Turn on your remote to navigate through the Setup App. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that in the Setup App. 4. During the setup process you have a cable/satellite set-top box...
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... RF connected, your TV. Note: If your Internet connection. Select Input Source Select the input source for detailed information on the remote control will cycle you have selected the correct input on the conditions in TV mode and on either channel 3 or channel 4 ... sure you are watching a program using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in an Ethernet cable from your Internet connection into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. 1. Version 6/28/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your home environment. A...
... RF connected, your TV. Note: If your Internet connection. Select Input Source Select the input source for detailed information on the remote control will cycle you have selected the correct input on the conditions in TV mode and on either channel 3 or channel 4 ... sure you are watching a program using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in an Ethernet cable from your Internet connection into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. 1. Version 6/28/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your home environment. A...
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... VIA Dock. Widget Gallery Select this to discover more Apps and download them to launch the Sidebar. Version 6/28/2010 HDTV Settings App Adjust TV functions like brightness, contrast, Parental Controls, and Network settings. 31 www.VIZIO.com Profile App Create a unique name, picture and set of your...updates and to access your favorite online content. The Sidebar contents vary by App. When you press the VIA button on your remote, the Apps Dock appears along the bottom of Apps in the VIA Dock. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 7 Using VIA Connecting to the Internet VIA delivers popular...
... VIA Dock. Widget Gallery Select this to discover more Apps and download them to launch the Sidebar. Version 6/28/2010 HDTV Settings App Adjust TV functions like brightness, contrast, Parental Controls, and Network settings. 31 www.VIZIO.com Profile App Create a unique name, picture and set of your...updates and to access your favorite online content. The Sidebar contents vary by App. When you press the VIA button on your remote, the Apps Dock appears along the bottom of Apps in the VIA Dock. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 7 Using VIA Connecting to the Internet VIA delivers popular...
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... RED-Press to your TV. Also, if this button is available in the dock and you will be added to select the App. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA puts the best of the web right on your TV screen, giving you the convenience of on-demand movies, TV... shows, social networking, music, photos, news, weather and more Apps you can download and add to exit from the active App or from the VIA Dock. Navigating Apps Use these buttons on your remote control to navigate around the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your VIA Dock. 5.
... RED-Press to your TV. Also, if this button is available in the dock and you will be added to select the App. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA puts the best of the web right on your TV screen, giving you the convenience of on-demand movies, TV... shows, social networking, music, photos, news, weather and more Apps you can download and add to exit from the active App or from the VIA Dock. Navigating Apps Use these buttons on your remote control to navigate around the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your VIA Dock. 5.
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Editing your remote. 8. Removing a Profile 1. Press ◄ or ► to select the Profile App, and then press OK. 3. The Profile will appear asking if you wish to change the profile using your Profile 1. Press ◄ or ► to select the Profile App, and then press OK. 3. Press ... the VIA button. 2. Press ▼ to select Switch Profile, and then press OK. 4. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Switching Profiles 1. Press ▼ to select the Profile you want to select the Profile App, and then press OK. 3. Press ▼ to select OK, and then press OK. Updating...
Editing your remote. 8. Removing a Profile 1. Press ◄ or ► to select the Profile App, and then press OK. 3. The Profile will appear asking if you wish to change the profile using your Profile 1. Press ◄ or ► to select the Profile App, and then press OK. 3. Press ... the VIA button. 2. Press ▼ to select Switch Profile, and then press OK. 4. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Switching Profiles 1. Press ▼ to select the Profile you want to select the Profile App, and then press OK. 3. Press ▼ to select OK, and then press OK. Updating...
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...even if the TV is turned off . The TV will save changes made to adjust contrast, brightness and other settings. The HDTV Settings App consists of several menu options. Press or ▼ on the screen. 3. Press BACK once to return to adjust the selection. 7. Note... Timer TV Settings PIP Network Bluetooth Help 4. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 8 Adjusting Your HDTV Settings Using the On-screen Display (OSD) The remote control or the control buttons on the side of the TV can control all the function settings. The...
...even if the TV is turned off . The TV will save changes made to adjust contrast, brightness and other settings. The HDTV Settings App consists of several menu options. Press or ▼ on the screen. 3. Press BACK once to return to adjust the selection. 7. Note... Timer TV Settings PIP Network Bluetooth Help 4. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 8 Adjusting Your HDTV Settings Using the On-screen Display (OSD) The remote control or the control buttons on the side of the TV can control all the function settings. The...
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... press OK. Note: this option is not available when the Input Source is not available in TV mode. Point the VIZIO remote at the device. 3. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Device Setup This feature allows you find a code that is connected to on your device. 1. The brand... during the initial Setup App. Pick Device Type Select the type of the device that works. The TV will vary based on . 2. Confirm Remote Connection Automatically program the VIZIO remote control to allow it to your VIZIO remote control. Version 6/28/2010 43 www.VIZIO.com Input Source Select ...
... press OK. Note: this option is not available when the Input Source is not available in TV mode. Point the VIZIO remote at the device. 3. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Device Setup This feature allows you find a code that is connected to on your device. 1. The brand... during the initial Setup App. Pick Device Type Select the type of the device that works. The TV will vary based on . 2. Confirm Remote Connection Automatically program the VIZIO remote control to allow it to your VIZIO remote control. Version 6/28/2010 43 www.VIZIO.com Input Source Select ...
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.... Manual Setup Select to test your Wired Connection is set to access the Internet. You will see your network connection using the Setup App. Press ▼ to Disconnected. 1. A wired connection may deliver a more consistent connection depending on your HDTV is password protected, enter...are an advanced user and are finished entering the code, select Connect. Slide the remote control open and begin typing in the list, select More Access Points and then press OK. 2. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Network Menu When you first turned on -screen keyboard instead of available...
.... Manual Setup Select to test your Wired Connection is set to access the Internet. You will see your network connection using the Setup App. Press ▼ to Disconnected. 1. A wired connection may deliver a more consistent connection depending on your HDTV is password protected, enter...are an advanced user and are finished entering the code, select Connect. Slide the remote control open and begin typing in the list, select More Access Points and then press OK. 2. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Network Menu When you first turned on -screen keyboard instead of available...
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...to pair another Bluetooth device to the specific App service providers 54 www.VIZIO.com Any questions or requests for service relating to the content or services should be low. VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting Issue Solution The installed apps are not working correctly If ...removed, wait 3 seconds before reinserting the batteries. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Audio Troubleshooting Issue Solution No audio Press Volume + (Up) on the remote control or side of the TV. Press MUTE on the remote control to make sure that MUTE is not ON...
...to pair another Bluetooth device to the specific App service providers 54 www.VIZIO.com Any questions or requests for service relating to the content or services should be low. VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting Issue Solution The installed apps are not working correctly If ...removed, wait 3 seconds before reinserting the batteries. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Audio Troubleshooting Issue Solution No audio Press Volume + (Up) on the remote control or side of the TV. Press MUTE on the remote control to make sure that MUTE is not ON...
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... VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Remote Control Troubleshooting Issue Solution The remote control will not work Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor on page 48 for detailed information. Test the Internet connection to make sure it is working . Channel Up and Down buttons will not work. In the HDTV Settings App...
... VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Remote Control Troubleshooting Issue Solution The remote control will not work Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor on page 48 for detailed information. Test the Internet connection to make sure it is working . Channel Up and Down buttons will not work. In the HDTV Settings App...
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VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Index 16:9 36 4:3 36 Accessories 9 Adjustments Advanced 35 Advanced Adjustments 35 Ambient Light Sensor 39 Antenna 22 Apps Adding 32 Moving 33 Navigating 32 Using 32 Aspect Ratio 36 Audio Menu Advanced Audio 40 Analog Audio Out adjustments 40...40 SRS TSHD (surround sound) adjustments ..........40 TV Speakers 40, 41 AV connector 22 Blackbars 36 Blocking Channels 44 Bluetooth 49 Bluetooth Remote Control 14 Brightness 38 Cable Box Connecting 23 CC Closed Caption 37 Cleaning 51 Coaxial connection Satellite box 27 Coaxial Connection Cable TV ...
VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Index 16:9 36 4:3 36 Accessories 9 Adjustments Advanced 35 Advanced Adjustments 35 Ambient Light Sensor 39 Antenna 22 Apps Adding 32 Moving 33 Navigating 32 Using 32 Aspect Ratio 36 Audio Menu Advanced Audio 40 Analog Audio Out adjustments 40...40 SRS TSHD (surround sound) adjustments ..........40 TV Speakers 40, 41 AV connector 22 Blackbars 36 Blocking Channels 44 Bluetooth 49 Bluetooth Remote Control 14 Brightness 38 Cable Box Connecting 23 CC Closed Caption 37 Cleaning 51 Coaxial connection Satellite box 27 Coaxial Connection Cable TV ...