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... or table. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug. When connected to your HDTV. To totally disconnect power, unplug the power cord. The lightning flash with a third grounding pin). Read the following rules should be maintained between your HDTV and any...with your HDTV. A distance of at your HDTV. Doing so could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in a safe...
... or table. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug. When connected to your HDTV. To totally disconnect power, unplug the power cord. The lightning flash with a third grounding pin). Read the following rules should be maintained between your HDTV and any...with your HDTV. A distance of at your HDTV. Doing so could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in a safe...
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...61623; The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV if any of time. Continued use your HDTV and easily accessible. Only power of the marked voltage can damage the remote control or injure the operator. If any abnormality occurs. o Your HDTV is required...inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock. Version 7/17/2009 3 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Do not overload power strips and extension cords. To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms. Unplug your HDTV. This will not be ...
...61623; The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV if any of time. Continued use your HDTV and easily accessible. Only power of the marked voltage can damage the remote control or injure the operator. If any abnormality occurs. o Your HDTV is required...inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock. Version 7/17/2009 3 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Do not overload power strips and extension cords. To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms. Unplug your HDTV. This will not be ...
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... the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is left unattended or unused for long periods... time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Television Antenna...
... the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is left unattended or unused for long periods... time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Television Antenna...
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VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to receive low power, Class A or translator television stations and with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. Version 7/17/2009 5 www.VIZIO.com After the switch...
VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to receive low power, Class A or translator television stations and with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. Version 7/17/2009 5 www.VIZIO.com After the switch...
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... transportation damage. To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your HDTV are included. Package Contents VIZIO VF551XVT VIZIO remote control VUR8M AA batteries for the remote control (2) Power cord Safety Strap Cleaning Cloth This user manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card Additional...
... transportation damage. To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your HDTV are included. Package Contents VIZIO VF551XVT VIZIO remote control VUR8M AA batteries for the remote control (2) Power cord Safety Strap Cleaning Cloth This user manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card Additional...
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... eight (8) screws holding the stand, then pull downward on these services at the bottom to prevent poor ventilation and excessive component damage. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Setting Up Your HDTV Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size... of the TV. Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. The power consumption of the electronic components. Install your HDTV in places with high humidity, dust, ...
... eight (8) screws holding the stand, then pull downward on these services at the bottom to prevent poor ventilation and excessive component damage. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Setting Up Your HDTV Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size... of the TV. Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. The power consumption of the electronic components. Install your HDTV in places with high humidity, dust, ...
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... return to the previous menu level. Side Panel Controls POWER ( ) - INPUT (ENTER) - Repeated pressing of the TV. Use these buttons function as up and down the TV channels. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. This button activates...
... return to the previous menu level. Side Panel Controls POWER ( ) - INPUT (ENTER) - Repeated pressing of the TV. Use these buttons function as up and down the TV channels. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. This button activates...
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VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual VIZIO Remote Control In addition to your HDTV, your program. POWER ( ) - Press this button to display the Channel List. Use these buttons to the Standby mode. This button displays program information. Press this button to program ... of this manual for step-by the button sequence 2, 8, DASH, 2. Remote LED - Press this button to select folders and files and to turn a feature off . TV - Once you will also be selected by -step instructions on . In Multi Media mode, press this button to play/pause a slideshow, playing music, or movies...
VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual VIZIO Remote Control In addition to your HDTV, your program. POWER ( ) - Press this button to display the Channel List. Use these buttons to the Standby mode. This button displays program information. Press this button to program ... of this manual for step-by the button sequence 2, 8, DASH, 2. Remote LED - Press this button to select folders and files and to turn a feature off . TV - Once you will also be selected by -step instructions on . In Multi Media mode, press this button to play/pause a slideshow, playing music, or movies...
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VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box You have an HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for connecting your cable or satellite box to your HDTV: HDMI, Component, Composite, or...the back or side of the HDTV for optimal results. This cable is the right one for added security and protection. Turn off the power to your cable or satellite operator. Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI1 input for more information about the video output ...
VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box You have an HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for connecting your cable or satellite box to your HDTV: HDMI, Component, Composite, or...the back or side of the HDTV for optimal results. This cable is the right one for added security and protection. Turn off the power to your cable or satellite operator. Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI1 input for more information about the video output ...
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...Select COMPONENT 1 or COMPONENT 2 using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the COMPONENT button on the remote control. 20 www.VIZIO.com Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your cable or satellite operator. Select HDMI 4 using the INPUT button on the remote ...Box. 2. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your set -top box. 2. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input on the back of the HDTV. 4. Turn off the power to the HDMI 4 input on the back of the HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable...
...Select COMPONENT 1 or COMPONENT 2 using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the COMPONENT button on the remote control. 20 www.VIZIO.com Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your cable or satellite operator. Select HDMI 4 using the INPUT button on the remote ...Box. 2. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your set -top box. 2. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input on the back of the HDTV. 4. Turn off the power to the HDMI 4 input on the back of the HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable...
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...BOX 1. Connect the video cable (yellow) from your HDTV and set -top box. 2. Turn on the power to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to the S-VIDEO jack on the remote control. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on the ...control, or directly by pressing the TV button on the back of your HDTV and set -top box. 5. Connect the S-VIDEO cable from your HDTV. 3. Turn on the remote control. Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Compatible) SET TOP BOX 1. Using S-Video (Compatible) VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual SET TOP BOX 1. Select...
...BOX 1. Connect the video cable (yellow) from your HDTV and set -top box. 2. Turn on the power to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to the S-VIDEO jack on the remote control. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on the ...control, or directly by pressing the TV button on the back of your HDTV and set -top box. 5. Connect the S-VIDEO cable from your HDTV. 3. Turn on the remote control. Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Compatible) SET TOP BOX 1. Using S-Video (Compatible) VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual SET TOP BOX 1. Select...
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... Antenna or Cable through Your VCR VCR 1. Note: If you have an off the power to the HDTV. 2. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard TV or Digital TV CABLE BOX 1. Turn on the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on the back of the HDTV. 3. Select...
... Antenna or Cable through Your VCR VCR 1. Note: If you have an off the power to the HDTV. 2. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard TV or Digital TV CABLE BOX 1. Turn on the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on the back of the HDTV. 3. Select...
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...a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player. 5. Turn on the power to the HDTV and your DVD player and the HDMI end to the HDMI 4 Input on the back of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI should be... connected to the HDMI input on your DVD player. 4. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for DVD Players with...
...a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player. 5. Turn on the power to the HDTV and your DVD player and the HDMI end to the HDMI 4 Input on the back of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI should be... connected to the HDMI input on your DVD player. 4. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for DVD Players with...
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... by pressing the AV button on the remote control. Connect the component cable (green, blue, and red) from your HDTV. 4. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Using Component Video (Better) CD DVD 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select COMPONENT 1 or COMPONENT 2 using the INPUT button on the remote control, or...
... by pressing the AV button on the remote control. Connect the component cable (green, blue, and red) from your HDTV. 4. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Using Component Video (Better) CD DVD 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select COMPONENT 1 or COMPONENT 2 using the INPUT button on the remote control, or...
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...on the remote control, or directly by pressing the AV button on the remote control. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select AV1 using the composite connections. Connect the audio cables (white and...VIDEO/AV1 jack on the back of your set-top box to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on the power to the S-VIDEO/AV1 L and R AUDIO jacks on the back of your HDTV or the AV2 jacks on...jack on the side of your HDTV. 4. Using Composite (AV) Video (Compatible) VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual CD DVD 1. Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera VCR 1.
...on the remote control, or directly by pressing the AV button on the remote control. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select AV1 using the composite connections. Connect the audio cables (white and...VIDEO/AV1 jack on the back of your set-top box to the corresponding L and R AUDIO jacks on the power to the S-VIDEO/AV1 L and R AUDIO jacks on the back of your HDTV or the AV2 jacks on...jack on the side of your HDTV. 4. Using Composite (AV) Video (Compatible) VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual CD DVD 1. Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera VCR 1.
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Press the MENU button on the remote control to the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. The audio output is being used. 26 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Connecting an External Receiver/Amp STEREO SYSTEM 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. This is active when receiving audio with HD Programs If your Receiver/Amp system...can connect it from the HDTV will be connected directly to external speakers. Turn on the remote control to select. Press ▼ on the power to open the OnScreen Display (OSD) menu. Press ► on the remote control to select OFF so the sound from your Receiver/Amp ...
Press the MENU button on the remote control to the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. The audio output is being used. 26 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Connecting an External Receiver/Amp STEREO SYSTEM 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. This is active when receiving audio with HD Programs If your Receiver/Amp system...can connect it from the HDTV will be connected directly to external speakers. Turn on the remote control to select. Press ▼ on the power to open the OnScreen Display (OSD) menu. Press ► on the remote control to select OFF so the sound from your Receiver/Amp ...
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..., set your computer to VESA 1920 x 1080 at an electronics store. Version 7/17/2009 27 www.VIZIO.com Connect the 1/8-inch audio cable from your PC computer user manual for more information about the video output... For a better picture quality when connecting a PC computer through the TV. 4. Refer to your computer to the RGB PC jack on the power to the HDTV and Computer. 2. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable... on the back of the product. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Computer. 5. Connecting a Computer VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual COMPUTER 1.
..., set your computer to VESA 1920 x 1080 at an electronics store. Version 7/17/2009 27 www.VIZIO.com Connect the 1/8-inch audio cable from your PC computer user manual for more information about the video output... For a better picture quality when connecting a PC computer through the TV. 4. Refer to your computer to the RGB PC jack on the power to the HDTV and Computer. 2. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable... on the back of the product. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Computer. 5. Connecting a Computer VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual COMPUTER 1.
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... the OK button on the TV set, the Initial Setup Welcome screen will allow you wish to change the OSD language to Español or Français, press the ▼ button on the back of your selection back to switch your HDTV. 4. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Chapter 4 Using your... HDTV the first time Setup Wizard 1. c. Press the OK button on the side of the HDTV, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket. 2. Connect the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the remote...
... the OK button on the TV set, the Initial Setup Welcome screen will allow you wish to change the OSD language to Español or Français, press the ▼ button on the back of your selection back to switch your HDTV. 4. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Chapter 4 Using your... HDTV the first time Setup Wizard 1. c. Press the OK button on the side of the HDTV, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket. 2. Connect the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the remote...
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...the power button on the remote control or the CH ▲ or ▼buttons to view is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. 1. The Channel buttons and on the remote control. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Watching a TV Program Before you start watching TV, ...please make sure that all of the HDTV connections are 3 options for selecting your programming: a. Note: You should be able to white. 2. The VIZIO logo on the front will cycle ...
...the power button on the remote control or the CH ▲ or ▼buttons to view is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector. 1. The Channel buttons and on the remote control. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Watching a TV Program Before you start watching TV, ...please make sure that all of the HDTV connections are 3 options for selecting your programming: a. Note: You should be able to white. 2. The VIZIO logo on the front will cycle ...
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...4 with the next code listed for Component Codes." Sometimes a code listed will work. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Chapter 7 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control Using a Cable or Satellite Box Remote Your VIZIO remote uses codes 000, 047, 050, 067, 329, 331 and 339 to work your Home Theater... on your cable or satellite remote uses a 5-digit code (like most Direct TV units), first try 1758 and then 0178 as expected on how to program the remote. Typically power, volume and mute will only include limited functions. Programming other devices Your remote control...
...4 with the next code listed for Component Codes." Sometimes a code listed will work. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Chapter 7 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control Using a Cable or Satellite Box Remote Your VIZIO remote uses codes 000, 047, 050, 067, 329, 331 and 339 to work your Home Theater... on your cable or satellite remote uses a 5-digit code (like most Direct TV units), first try 1758 and then 0178 as expected on how to program the remote. Typically power, volume and mute will only include limited functions. Programming other devices Your remote control...