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...your set, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for your P42. We hope you register your VIZIO P42 HDTV either at our website www.vizioce.com or fill in your VIZIO Plasma TV, please visit our website at www.vizioce.com or call us at 888... www.VIZIOCE.com We recommend you will experience many years of your support. Write down the serial number located on your new VIZIO P42 High Definition Television. Thank you for future reference. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of enjoyment from your new...
...your set, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for your P42. We hope you register your VIZIO P42 HDTV either at our website www.vizioce.com or fill in your VIZIO Plasma TV, please visit our website at www.vizioce.com or call us at 888... www.VIZIOCE.com We recommend you will experience many years of your support. Write down the serial number located on your new VIZIO P42 High Definition Television. Thank you for future reference. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of enjoyment from your new...
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... or damaged appliances. Continued use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer or sold with instructions. Ensure that specified in an area with a third (grounding) pin. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits...
... or damaged appliances. Continued use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer or sold with instructions. Ensure that specified in an area with a third (grounding) pin. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits...
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Version 1/18/2006 3 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make ...
Version 1/18/2006 3 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make ...
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... and that all of the accessories are carefully packed in polyfoam and a cardboard carton that have been designed to unpack and install the HDTV. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO P42 HDTV and it accompanying accessories are included. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping. Now you have at least 2 people to...
... and that all of the accessories are carefully packed in polyfoam and a cardboard carton that have been designed to unpack and install the HDTV. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO P42 HDTV and it accompanying accessories are included. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping. Now you have at least 2 people to...
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.../2006 5 www.VIZIOCE.com Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO P42 HDTV are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO P42 HDTV To purchase or inquire about 380W, please use one with high humidity...
.../2006 5 www.VIZIOCE.com Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO P42 HDTV are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO P42 HDTV To purchase or inquire about 380W, please use one with high humidity...
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... make sure to a mount (sold separately) by grasping firmly on the wall, please follow the instructions below for the VIZIO P42HDTV, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.vizio.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Unplug all of the cables and cords from the P42HDTV by utilizing...panel of the P42HDTV located near the bottom so that the stand base can either be removed (see Figure B). VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Preparing Your Plasma TV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO P42HDTV can be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. Now, the P42HDTV can fir...
... make sure to a mount (sold separately) by grasping firmly on the wall, please follow the instructions below for the VIZIO P42HDTV, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.vizio.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Unplug all of the cables and cords from the P42HDTV by utilizing...panel of the P42HDTV located near the bottom so that the stand base can either be removed (see Figure B). VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Preparing Your Plasma TV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO P42HDTV can be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. Now, the P42HDTV can fir...
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VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 6 1.1 Front Panel...6 1.2 Side Panel Controls...6 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...6 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...6 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 6 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...6 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 6 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 6 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...6 2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player ...6 2.2.1 Using HDMI ...6 2.2.2 Using Component Video...6 2.2.3 Using...
VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 6 1.1 Front Panel...6 1.2 Side Panel Controls...6 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...6 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...6 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 6 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...6 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 6 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 6 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...6 2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player ...6 2.2.1 Using HDMI ...6 2.2.2 Using Component Video...6 2.2.3 Using...
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Standard Definitions ...6 5.3 Index ...6 5.4 Limited Product Warranty...6 5.4.1 VIZIO EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY 6 5.5 Component Program Codes...6 Version 1/18/2006 8 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 4.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...6 4.4 Compliance ...6 4.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...6 Chapter 5 Miscellaneous Information 6 5.1 Specifications ...6 5.2 Glossary -
Standard Definitions ...6 5.3 Index ...6 5.4 Limited Product Warranty...6 5.4.1 VIZIO EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY 6 5.5 Component Program Codes...6 Version 1/18/2006 8 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 4.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...6 4.4 Compliance ...6 4.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...6 Chapter 5 Miscellaneous Information 6 5.1 Specifications ...6 5.2 Glossary -
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... the OSD is the window through the entire sequence, you have stepped through which all of this button confirms the menu function to the beginning. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - This is active, these buttons to the sensor. Once you will return to be adjusted. When...
... the OSD is the window through the entire sequence, you have stepped through which all of this button confirms the menu function to the beginning. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - This is active, these buttons to the sensor. Once you will return to be adjusted. When...
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... or use a wireless headphone system. 4. When the DTV input is selected for connection to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Left Portion 1 2 VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 3 4 1. The gray color band on the rear of the TV indicates this SPDIF Optical connector for viewing, the digital audio associated with digital programming will...
... or use a wireless headphone system. 4. When the DTV input is selected for connection to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Left Portion 1 2 VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 3 4 1. The gray color band on the rear of the TV indicates this SPDIF Optical connector for viewing, the digital audio associated with digital programming will...
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... such as a VCR or video game. The gray color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 12. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are registered trademarks of the device to here. Connect the primary source for component video devices such...AV1 In - Speakers cannot be connected directly to the L+R AUDIO here. Right Portion 5 6 7 8 VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 10 12 13 9 11 14 5. This custom communication port is for purchase from the same source. For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use green for Y, blue for Pb (or Cb),...
... such as a VCR or video game. The gray color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 12. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are registered trademarks of the device to here. Connect the primary source for component video devices such...AV1 In - Speakers cannot be connected directly to the L+R AUDIO here. Right Portion 5 6 7 8 VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 10 12 13 9 11 14 5. This custom communication port is for purchase from the same source. For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use green for Y, blue for Pb (or Cb),...
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... This button displays program information. NOTE: This is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a programmable remote supporting up to 4 devices (see TV, VCR, CABLE, DVD buttons at the top of ...set the functions back to turn the volume up to control up or down . Number Button Pad - This button allows the user to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. This button works as a DASH button in On-...
... This button displays program information. NOTE: This is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a programmable remote supporting up to 4 devices (see TV, VCR, CABLE, DVD buttons at the top of ...set the functions back to turn the volume up to control up or down . Number Button Pad - This button allows the user to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on the remote to set -top box. This button works as a DASH button in On-...
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...MTS options of this button rewinds the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with switch between Component 1 and Component 2 inputs. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual WIDE/Record - MTS/Play - Repeated pressing of Stereo, SAP or Mono in TV mode and alternate audio channels, where available, in DTV...the remote control. Repeated pressing of this button has been pre-programmed for the VIZIO P42HDTV. Note: in 30 minute increments up to 120 minutes. COMPONENT/Forward - This button allows the user to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer in RGB/PC mode the ...
...MTS options of this button rewinds the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with switch between Component 1 and Component 2 inputs. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual WIDE/Record - MTS/Play - Repeated pressing of Stereo, SAP or Mono in TV mode and alternate audio channels, where available, in DTV...the remote control. Repeated pressing of this button has been pre-programmed for the VIZIO P42HDTV. Note: in 30 minute increments up to 120 minutes. COMPONENT/Forward - This button allows the user to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer in RGB/PC mode the ...
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VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual ZOOM (- Note that in PIP or POP mode. Press this button to increase or decrease the size of the picture. PIP - These buttons are used ... PIP/POP mode. Press this button to switch the audio from the main screen and the sub-screen while in PIP/POP mode for the VIZIO P42. This button selects a connected RGB Analog component such as a PC. AUDIO - Press the button to "Freeze-Frame" the current screen. SWAP - PIP Size - Version 1/18...
VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual ZOOM (- Note that in PIP or POP mode. Press this button to increase or decrease the size of the picture. PIP - These buttons are used ... PIP/POP mode. Press this button to switch the audio from the main screen and the sub-screen while in PIP/POP mode for the VIZIO P42. This button selects a connected RGB Analog component such as a PC. AUDIO - Press the button to "Freeze-Frame" the current screen. SWAP - PIP Size - Version 1/18...
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... also result in accordance with fresh batteries. This may result in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Avoid humidity. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. Precautionary Tips for a long ...period of the receiver window, 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. Do not take the batteries apart, heat them...
... also result in accordance with fresh batteries. This may result in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Avoid humidity. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. Precautionary Tips for a long ...period of the receiver window, 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. Do not take the batteries apart, heat them...
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... avoids 'cross color' effects where closely spaced black and white lines are erroneously displayed in this single pin connector. The VIZIO P42HDTV has six different ways to connect your antenna/cable to the VCR RF Input and connect the VCR RF Output to... Orange & Brown AV1/AV2/AV3 (Composite) - If you have a VCR, you can connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this connector. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? HDMI provides an interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, ...
... avoids 'cross color' effects where closely spaced black and white lines are erroneously displayed in this single pin connector. The VIZIO P42HDTV has six different ways to connect your antenna/cable to the VCR RF Input and connect the VCR RF Output to... Orange & Brown AV1/AV2/AV3 (Composite) - If you have a VCR, you can connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this connector. VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? HDMI provides an interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, ...
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... decide which option is the right one for you. 2.2.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for connecting your DVD player to your P42HDTV - VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the...
... decide which option is the right one for you. 2.2.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for connecting your DVD player to your P42HDTV - VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI input of the...
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...-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the Plasma TV. 4. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1. Turn on the Remote Control. For DVD Players with...
...-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the Plasma TV. 4. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1. Turn on the Remote Control. For DVD Players with...
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...button on your DVD player and connect the other end to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you do not want to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the Plasma...video output requirements of the Plasma TV. 4. row of connectors nearest to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 2. Turn on your DVD Player (Better): VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1. Version 1/18/2006 19 www.VIZIOCE.com Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the power to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in...
...button on your DVD player and connect the other end to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you do not want to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the Plasma...video output requirements of the Plasma TV. 4. row of connectors nearest to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 2. Turn on your DVD Player (Better): VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1. Version 1/18/2006 19 www.VIZIOCE.com Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the power to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in...
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... TV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the power to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 2. Note: Refer to your DVD Player (Good): VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the AV3 input (brown area) at the...
... TV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the power to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 2. Note: Refer to your DVD Player (Good): VIZIO P42 HDTV User Manual 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the AV3 input (brown area) at the...