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... RECOMMENDED AV / S-VIDEO CONNECTOR IMAGE WHERE TO FIND THE INPUTS ON YOUR HDTV YOUR VIZIO TV EVEN HAS EASY ACCESS SIDE INPUTS Press to discover more . 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...
... RECOMMENDED AV / S-VIDEO CONNECTOR IMAGE WHERE TO FIND THE INPUTS ON YOUR HDTV YOUR VIZIO TV EVEN HAS EASY ACCESS SIDE INPUTS Press to discover more . 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...
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... CONNECTIONS 12 Front Panel ...12 Jag Wheel Control ...12 Rear Panel Connections...13 Side Panel Connections ...14 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 14 Installing the Batteries ...14 Activating Your Bluetooth Remote ...14 Remote Control Buttons ...15 Basic TV Functions ...15 A/V Functions...16 VIA Functions...16 Making it Your Universal Remote...17 Remote Control Range...17 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...17 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 18 CHAPTER...
... CONNECTIONS 12 Front Panel ...12 Jag Wheel Control ...12 Rear Panel Connections...13 Side Panel Connections ...14 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 14 Installing the Batteries ...14 Activating Your Bluetooth Remote ...14 Remote Control Buttons ...15 Basic TV Functions ...15 A/V Functions...16 VIA Functions...16 Making it Your Universal Remote...17 Remote Control Range...17 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...17 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 18 CHAPTER...
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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...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....
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...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....
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.... o Power Off-Press to close after 10 seconds. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. Choose the channel with the wheel and then press the wheel to go to the remote signal. After you will automatically close the Quick Menu. ... on your M470NV/M550NV. Press the Jag wheel once to turn your HDTV on other TVs, including volume, power, and channel change your TV (called Inputs). Remote Control Sensor-Point the remote control directly at this window on and orange when powered off . POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT-The VIZIO name lights...
.... o Power Off-Press to close after 10 seconds. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. Choose the channel with the wheel and then press the wheel to go to the remote signal. After you will automatically close the Quick Menu. ... on your M470NV/M550NV. Press the Jag wheel once to turn your HDTV on other TVs, including volume, power, and channel change your TV (called Inputs). Remote Control Sensor-Point the remote control directly at this window on and orange when powered off . POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT-The VIZIO name lights...
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... batteries with Internet content delivered to your remote control using the HDTV Settings App. This may result in cracking or leakage that may cause a fire or lead to personal injury. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in the Setup App. Replace the battery cover. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1.
... batteries with Internet content delivered to your remote control using the HDTV Settings App. This may result in cracking or leakage that may cause a fire or lead to personal injury. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in the Setup App. Replace the battery cover. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1.
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...same function as the INFO button for the device connected to the active input (i.e. Version 6/28/2010 15 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning. Once you press it... again to return to perform the same function as the "D" button on your TV. Device Power ( next to INPUT button...
...same function as the INFO button for the device connected to the active input (i.e. Version 6/28/2010 15 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning. Once you press it... again to return to perform the same function as the "D" button on your TV. Device Power ( next to INPUT button...
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...2, 8, DASH, 2. Stop ( )-Press to activate the picture-in-picture feature. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual PIP-Press to stop playback/recording. VIA Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to music, and much more information about the VIA functions on your HDTV. The Apps...)-Press to start playback. Play (►)-Press to reverse playback. You must activate your remote control during the initial Setup App that plays when you watch movies, TV shows, listen to control your HDTV. The screen will display the sub-screen in various Apps. Pause (II)-...
...2, 8, DASH, 2. Stop ( )-Press to activate the picture-in-picture feature. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual PIP-Press to stop playback/recording. VIA Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to music, and much more information about the VIA functions on your HDTV. The Apps...)-Press to start playback. Play (►)-Press to reverse playback. You must activate your remote control during the initial Setup App that plays when you watch movies, TV shows, listen to control your HDTV. The screen will display the sub-screen in various Apps. Pause (II)-...
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... the remote control sensor. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of your devices. Avoid humidity. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at this sensor for the best response to clean the remote control with a clean, damp cloth. Wipe it with a volatile solvent. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV...
... the remote control sensor. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of your devices. Avoid humidity. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at this sensor for the best response to clean the remote control with a clean, damp cloth. Wipe it with a volatile solvent. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV...
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... to connect to navigate through the Setup App. Use the arrow and OK buttons to your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into the remote control. 2. Insert batteries into an AC wall socket. 3. Turn on your HDTV. The Setup App will help you turn on your... set up your TV. Follow the on-screen directions to the power cord connector on your remote to control them yet. Don't connect them 18 www.VIZIO.com Connect the power cord to easily setup your HDTV. We will automatically play and guide your thru the initial setup of your new HDTV. 1. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User...
... to connect to navigate through the Setup App. Use the arrow and OK buttons to your HDTV, and then plug the power cord into the remote control. 2. Insert batteries into an AC wall socket. 3. Turn on your HDTV. The Setup App will help you turn on your... set up your TV. Follow the on-screen directions to the power cord connector on your remote to control them yet. Don't connect them 18 www.VIZIO.com Connect the power cord to easily setup your HDTV. We will automatically play and guide your thru the initial setup of your new HDTV. 1. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User...
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VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet Set up white. 2. If there is connected that any Cable, Satellite or off-air antenna connections are secure. The VIZIO logo on the back of your TV. Select the input to which has been ... light up the Internet connection using the TV input, press the channel buttons on the remote control or press the Jag wheel on the conditions in TV mode, pressing CH+ and CH- Each press of your HDTV is shown. 3. Version 6/28/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your device and you...
VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet Set up white. 2. If there is connected that any Cable, Satellite or off-air antenna connections are secure. The VIZIO logo on the back of your TV. Select the input to which has been ... light up the Internet connection using the TV input, press the channel buttons on the remote control or press the Jag wheel on the conditions in TV mode, pressing CH+ and CH- Each press of your HDTV is shown. 3. Version 6/28/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your device and you...
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...(Best) VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be audio from the TV with DVI 1. Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. 2. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, or HDMI SIDE using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Note: ...cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Refer to the HDMI 1, 2, 3, or HDMI SIDE jack on the remote control or side of the TV. Note: There are no dedicated audio ports for added security and protection. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the ...
...(Best) VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be audio from the TV with DVI 1. Turn off your HDTV and Cable/Satellite box. 2. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, or HDMI SIDE using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Note: ...cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Refer to the HDMI 1, 2, 3, or HDMI SIDE jack on the remote control or side of the TV. Note: There are no dedicated audio ports for added security and protection. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the ...
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... HDTV. 3. Using Composite Video (Good) 1. See Auto Channel Search on page 41 for more information on your HDTV and Set Top Box. 5. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using Component Video (Better) 1. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your antenna or digital cable to the AV L ... R AUDIO jacks on scanning for new channels. Search for channels. 24 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Component cables (green, blue, and red) from your Set Top Box to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on the remote control or side of the TV. 5. Turn on your HDTV and Set Top Box. 2.
... HDTV. 3. Using Composite Video (Good) 1. See Auto Channel Search on page 41 for more information on your HDTV and Set Top Box. 5. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using Component Video (Better) 1. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your antenna or digital cable to the AV L ... R AUDIO jacks on scanning for new channels. Search for channels. 24 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Component cables (green, blue, and red) from your Set Top Box to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on the remote control or side of the TV. 5. Turn on your HDTV and Set Top Box. 2.
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...Version 6/28/2010 25 www.VIZIO.com Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player and the other end to your HDTV and your HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Turn on the remote control or side of the TV. HDCP encrypts the transmission between ...on your DVD player. The HDMI input on the remote control or side of the TV. HDMI Connections for added security and protection. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Connecting Your DVD Player Using HDMI (Best) VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual DVD players that have a HDMI digital...
...Version 6/28/2010 25 www.VIZIO.com Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player and the other end to your HDTV and your HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Turn on the remote control or side of the TV. HDCP encrypts the transmission between ...on your DVD player. The HDMI input on the remote control or side of the TV. HDMI Connections for added security and protection. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot lengths. Connecting Your DVD Player Using HDMI (Best) VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual DVD players that have a HDMI digital...
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...and DVD player. 2. Select COMP using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 26 www.VIZIO.com Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) 1. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Connect the Component cable (green, blue, and red) from ...your DVD player to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on the power to the AV L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using Component Video (...
...and DVD player. 2. Select COMP using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 26 www.VIZIO.com Using Composite (AV) Video (Good) 1. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Connect the Component cable (green, blue, and red) from ...your DVD player to the COMPONENT L and R AUDIO jacks on the power to the AV L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using Component Video (...
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... video camera to the AV jack on the remote control or side of the TV. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 5. Version 6/28/2010 27 www.VIZIO.com Connect the yellow AV cable from your antenna or cable to your HDTV. 3. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your...
... video camera to the AV jack on the remote control or side of the TV. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 5. Version 6/28/2010 27 www.VIZIO.com Connect the yellow AV cable from your antenna or cable to your HDTV. 3. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your...
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.... 3. Select RGB (VGA) using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, or HDMI SIDE using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Connecting a Computer RGB (VGA) VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual COMPUTER 1. This step is optional and only needed...3. Note: Refer to your PC computer user manual for more information about the video output requirements. Version 6/28/2010 29 www.VIZIO.com Turn off your computer supports it, we recommend 1920x1080. 2. Connect the 1/8-inch audio cable from the computer through the...
.... 3. Select RGB (VGA) using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, or HDMI SIDE using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Connecting a Computer RGB (VGA) VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual COMPUTER 1. This step is optional and only needed...3. Note: Refer to your PC computer user manual for more information about the video output requirements. Version 6/28/2010 29 www.VIZIO.com Turn off your computer supports it, we recommend 1920x1080. 2. Connect the 1/8-inch audio cable from the computer through the...
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Apps with the latest information from the VIA Dock. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA puts the best of the web right on your VIA Dock when downloading has finished. 32 www.VIZIO.com Press ▲or ▼ to select to your VIA Dock. 5. A progress ... GREEN-Press to navigate around the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your TV. Press ◄ or ► to select the App. Press OK to select Widget Gallery, and then press OK. 3. Navigating Apps Use these buttons on your remote control to view settings for the video playing on ...
Apps with the latest information from the VIA Dock. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) VIA puts the best of the web right on your VIA Dock when downloading has finished. 32 www.VIZIO.com Press ▲or ▼ to select to your VIA Dock. 5. A progress ... GREEN-Press to navigate around the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your TV. Press ◄ or ► to select the App. Press OK to select Widget Gallery, and then press OK. 3. Navigating Apps Use these buttons on your remote control to view settings for the video playing on ...
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...Press the RED button on the remote control to adjust contrast, brightness and other settings. 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 remote control. The OSD allows you to select... one of the main menu options may have been completed, you want to the settings, even if the TV...
...Press the RED button on the remote control to adjust contrast, brightness and other settings. 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 remote control. The OSD allows you to select... one of the main menu options may have been completed, you want to the settings, even if the TV...
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...the audio of the program being viewed so that it matches the movement of the lips of the audio. Audio Control Select which device the VIZIO remote control adjusts. Lip Sync Lip Sync is On, Equalizer adjustments are not available. Digital Audio Out This option allows ... processing for fine tuning of someone talking on the screen. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Audio Adjust audio options including balance, equalizer, and advanced audio settings. A new menu will control the audio of the TV speakers. VIZIO recommends turning TruVolume off when listening to the left or the...
...the audio of the program being viewed so that it matches the movement of the lips of the audio. Audio Control Select which device the VIZIO remote control adjusts. Lip Sync Lip Sync is On, Equalizer adjustments are not available. Digital Audio Out This option allows ... processing for fine tuning of someone talking on the screen. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Audio Adjust audio options including balance, equalizer, and advanced audio settings. A new menu will control the audio of the TV speakers. VIZIO recommends turning TruVolume off when listening to the left or the...
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..., French, or Spanish. Choose from Mono, Stereo, or SAP. A keyboard will appear in channels you have connected to your list of digital TV stations in your area, visit www.antennaweb.org. For a listing of available channels. You will find that channel to your HDTV when you press...42 www.VIZIO.com Skip Channel After the TV has stored all of inputs. 2. Enter the channel number, and then select Add Channel to add that some channels are too weak to watch comfortably or they may be skipped when using the number buttons on the remote control. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User ...
..., French, or Spanish. Choose from Mono, Stereo, or SAP. A keyboard will appear in channels you have connected to your list of digital TV stations in your area, visit www.antennaweb.org. For a listing of available channels. You will find that channel to your HDTV when you press...42 www.VIZIO.com Skip Channel After the TV has stored all of inputs. 2. Enter the channel number, and then select Add Channel to add that some channels are too weak to watch comfortably or they may be skipped when using the number buttons on the remote control. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User ...