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... for future reference. HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are incorporated under license from your new VIZIO VF551XVT television purchase. Version 7/17/2009 1 www.VIZIO.com For peace of your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on-site extended warranty service plans. THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE...
... for future reference. HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are incorporated under license from your new VIZIO VF551XVT television purchase. Version 7/17/2009 1 www.VIZIO.com For peace of your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on-site extended warranty service plans. THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE...
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...a liquid or a spray cleaner for cleaning your HDTV that may be observed for ventilation. This is sufficient for cleaning your HDTV. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may form in the ... HDTV. Read the following rules should be operated only from an area of low temperature to the presence of your HDTV. 2 www.VIZIO.com For more information, contact your dealer. Your HDTV is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug (a plug with arrowhead...
...a liquid or a spray cleaner for cleaning your HDTV that may be observed for ventilation. This is sufficient for cleaning your HDTV. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may form in the ... HDTV. Read the following rules should be operated only from an area of low temperature to the presence of your HDTV. 2 www.VIZIO.com For more information, contact your dealer. Your HDTV is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug (a plug with arrowhead...
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...cables are unplugged before moving your HDTV changes substantially. Incorrect polarities may cause the batteries to repair or service your dealer. Version 7/17/2009 3 www.VIZIO.com This will protect your HDTV from moisture. If any abnormality occurs. Do not try to rain or moisture. Unplug the power cord immediately and... power cord and any of your HDTV. To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms. Unplug your HDTV during lightning. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Do not overload power strips and extension cords.
...cables are unplugged before moving your HDTV changes substantially. Incorrect polarities may cause the batteries to repair or service your dealer. Version 7/17/2009 3 www.VIZIO.com This will protect your HDTV from moisture. If any abnormality occurs. Do not try to rain or moisture. Unplug the power cord immediately and... power cord and any of your HDTV. To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms. Unplug your HDTV during lightning. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Do not overload power strips and extension cords.
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...provides information with regard to proper grounding of 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 electrically grounded to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected...
...provides information with regard to proper grounding of 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 electrically grounded to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. VIZIO VF551XVT 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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...Information Administration) http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital-only broadcasting. After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV ...June 12, 2009, but your local stations to find out when they will need a converter box to continue to receive over-the-air TV. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required. Version 7/17/2009 5 www...
...Information Administration) http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital-only broadcasting. After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV ...June 12, 2009, but your local stations to find out when they will need a converter box to continue to receive over-the-air TV. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required. Version 7/17/2009 5 www...
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VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 Television Antenna Connection Protection 4 Advisory of the DTV Transition...5 Setting Up...Panel ...12 Side Panel Controls...12 Rear Panel Connections...13 Right-Side Panel Connection ...14 VIZIO Remote Control ...15 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 17 Remote Control Range ...17 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...17 CHAPTER 2 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT 18 Which Video Connection Should I Use...Music file browser ...31 Audio Mode...31 Repeat...31 Sort By ...31 Duration ...32 Slideshow Effect ...32 6 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 Television Antenna Connection Protection 4 Advisory of the DTV Transition...5 Setting Up...Panel ...12 Side Panel Controls...12 Rear Panel Connections...13 Right-Side Panel Connection ...14 VIZIO Remote Control ...15 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 17 Remote Control Range ...17 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...17 CHAPTER 2 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT 18 Which Video Connection Should I Use...Music file browser ...31 Audio Mode...31 Repeat...31 Sort By ...31 Duration ...32 Slideshow Effect ...32 6 www.VIZIO.com
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VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Thumbnail Size ...32 Info ...32 Music Settings ...32 Sort By ...32 Play Mode ...32 Repeat...32 Audio Mode...32 Info ...32 Video Settings ...... TV Menu ...45 Tuner Mode...45 Auto Search ...45 Partial Channel Search ...45 Skip Channel...45 MTS...45 Time Zone...45 Version 7/17/2009 7 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Thumbnail Size ...32 Info ...32 Music Settings ...32 Sort By ...32 Play Mode ...32 Repeat...32 Audio Mode...32 Info ...32 Video Settings ...... TV Menu ...45 Tuner Mode...45 Auto Search ...45 Partial Channel Search ...45 Skip Channel...45 MTS...45 Time Zone...45 Version 7/17/2009 7 www.VIZIO.com
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VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Daylight Saving ...45 Channel Info...46 Setup Menu ...46 Language ...46 PIP ...46 Sleep ......49 Parental...49 System Info ...51 System Reset...51 CHAPTER 6 UNDERSTANDING VIEWING FEATURES 52 Viewing Modes ...52 CHAPTER 7 PROGRAMMING THE VIZIO UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL 53 Using a Cable or Satellite Box Remote 53 Programming other devices ...53 Programming your DVD Player ...53 Programming your...Technical Support ...68 Compliance...69 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 69 SPECIFICATIONS ...70 LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY...72 VIZIO RETURN POLICY ...73 Index ...75 8 www...
VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Daylight Saving ...45 Channel Info...46 Setup Menu ...46 Language ...46 PIP ...46 Sleep ......49 Parental...49 System Info ...51 System Reset...51 CHAPTER 6 UNDERSTANDING VIEWING FEATURES 52 Viewing Modes ...52 CHAPTER 7 PROGRAMMING THE VIZIO UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL 53 Using a Cable or Satellite Box Remote 53 Programming other devices ...53 Programming your DVD Player ...53 Programming your...Technical Support ...68 Compliance...69 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 69 SPECIFICATIONS ...70 LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY...72 VIZIO RETURN POLICY ...73 Index ...75 8 www...
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IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for your HDTV. Package Contents VIZIO VF551XVT VIZIO remote control VUR8M AA batteries for the remote control (2) Power cord Safety Strap Cleaning Cloth ...; Wall mounts High Definition cables Extra or replacement remote control VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for future shipping. Version 7/17/2009 9 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in...
IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for your HDTV. Package Contents VIZIO VF551XVT VIZIO remote control VUR8M AA batteries for the remote control (2) Power cord Safety Strap Cleaning Cloth ...; Wall mounts High Definition cables Extra or replacement remote control VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for future shipping. Version 7/17/2009 9 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in...
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..., or smoke so you choose to mount your HDTV on the wall for wall mounting. 10 www.VIZIO.com Contact VIZIO for more information on a soft, flat surface to prevent damage to the screen. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Setting Up Your HDTV Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly...
..., or smoke so you choose to mount your HDTV on the wall for wall mounting. 10 www.VIZIO.com Contact VIZIO for more information on a soft, flat surface to prevent damage to the screen. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Setting Up Your HDTV Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly...
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... sense practice such as ensuring that children (or adults) do not climb up, grabbing the top of the HDTV, using a washer under the screw head. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Attaching the safety strap When your HDTV is not mounted on the back of the HDTV and pulling it to a stud, using a washer...
... sense practice such as ensuring that children (or adults) do not climb up, grabbing the top of the HDTV, using a washer under the screw head. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Attaching the safety strap When your HDTV is not mounted on the back of the HDTV and pulling it to a stud, using a washer...
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...is active, pressing this button will proceed to step up in the OSD menus. 12 www.VIZIO.com INPUT (ENTER) - Repeated pressing of the TV. VOL ▲/ ▼ - The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Lights up or down controls ...While the OSD is active, this button steps through the entire sequence, you have stepped through the input sources in the OSD menus. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- Additionally, when the OSD is active, these buttons to the next level.
...is active, pressing this button will proceed to step up in the OSD menus. 12 www.VIZIO.com INPUT (ENTER) - Repeated pressing of the TV. VOL ▲/ ▼ - The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Lights up or down controls ...While the OSD is active, this button steps through the entire sequence, you have stepped through the input sources in the OSD menus. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT- Additionally, when the OSD is active, these buttons to the next level.
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... with Audio L/R) - b. (ANALOG L/R) Connect the audio from the HDTV to an antenna or digital cable (not a cable box) for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 7. Connect component video devices such as a VCR or video game. AUDIO OUT - Speakers can not ... visit www.antennaweb.org. 5. Use the white and red connectors to the L+R AUDIO here. S-VIDEO/AV1 - HDMI 1, 2 & 3 - Rear Panel Connections VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual 1. Connect digital video devices such as DVD multimedia players or set top box through these all digital connector. Your...
... with Audio L/R) - b. (ANALOG L/R) Connect the audio from the HDTV to an antenna or digital cable (not a cable box) for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 7. Connect component video devices such as a VCR or video game. AUDIO OUT - Speakers can not ... visit www.antennaweb.org. 5. Use the white and red connectors to the L+R AUDIO here. S-VIDEO/AV1 - HDMI 1, 2 & 3 - Rear Panel Connections VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual 1. Connect digital video devices such as DVD multimedia players or set top box through these all digital connector. Your...
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... red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source, and then use the yellow connector to music, or watch movies. 14 www.VIZIO.com COMPONENT2 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - Note: The red and white audio connectors are shared between AV2 and COMPONENT2. 2. Connect... video game. HDMI SIDE - Insert a FAT/FAT32 formatted USB drive to view pictures, listen to connect the external video from the same source. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Right-Side Panel Connection 1. Connect another digital video device such as a DVD Player or set top box through this all digital connector. ...
... red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source, and then use the yellow connector to music, or watch movies. 14 www.VIZIO.com COMPONENT2 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - Note: The red and white audio connectors are shared between AV2 and COMPONENT2. 2. Connect... video game. HDMI SIDE - Insert a FAT/FAT32 formatted USB drive to view pictures, listen to connect the external video from the same source. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Right-Side Panel Connection 1. Connect another digital video device such as a DVD Player or set top box through this all digital connector. ...
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VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual VIZIO Remote Control In addition to your HDTV, your program. Blinks when the ... Press this button to select folders and files and to exit from the Standby mode. Version 7/17/2009 15 www.VIZIO.com This button selects a cable or satellite set-top box that has been programmed to turn a feature off . ...menu. INFO - DVD - INPUT - This button changes the channels up to the beginning. - (DASH) - See "Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control" at the back of the Remote Control. POWER ( ) - Remote LED - This button selects a Home Theater ...
VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual VIZIO Remote Control In addition to your HDTV, your program. Blinks when the ... Press this button to select folders and files and to exit from the Standby mode. Version 7/17/2009 15 www.VIZIO.com This button selects a cable or satellite set-top box that has been programmed to turn a feature off . ...menu. INFO - DVD - INPUT - This button changes the channels up to the beginning. - (DASH) - See "Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control" at the back of the Remote Control. POWER ( ) - Remote LED - This button selects a Home Theater ...
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... remote to "Freeze-Frame" the current screen. P.CH/D - Press this button to control your pre-programmed DVD Player or Cable/Satellite Box DVR. 16 www.VIZIO.com This button also begins recording when using the remote to control your preprogrammed Cable/Satellite Box DVR. AUDIO/FF - Pressing it repeatedly you will... PIP Input. By pressing it again will activate the picture-in sequence. SLEEP/PAUSE - Press this button again to small, medium, or large. COMPONENT INPUT - VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual PIP/A -
... remote to "Freeze-Frame" the current screen. P.CH/D - Press this button to control your pre-programmed DVD Player or Cable/Satellite Box DVR. 16 www.VIZIO.com This button also begins recording when using the remote to control your preprogrammed Cable/Satellite Box DVR. AUDIO/FF - Pressing it repeatedly you will... PIP Input. By pressing it again will activate the picture-in sequence. SLEEP/PAUSE - Press this button again to small, medium, or large. COMPONENT INPUT - VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual PIP/A -
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...low or exhausted, replace them into the remote control. Precautionary Tips for a long period of time, remove the batteries. Version 7/17/2009 17 www.VIZIO.com Make sure that may also result in cracking or leakage that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) ...such as striking or dropping it with fresh batteries. Do not subject the remote control to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Insertion of Batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. Keep the batteries away from children and pets.
...low or exhausted, replace them into the remote control. Precautionary Tips for a long period of time, remove the batteries. Version 7/17/2009 17 www.VIZIO.com Make sure that may also result in cracking or leakage that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) ...such as striking or dropping it with fresh batteries. Do not subject the remote control to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Insertion of Batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. Keep the batteries away from children and pets.
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.... Combining the three video signals into one channel, thus making the image less sharp than Composite video, but is most advanced for PC input. The VIZIO HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to watch TV programming. This is not as good as a set-top... than composite video and S-video because the three video signals are combined into two channels, S-Video provides a sharper image than Component or S-Video. 18 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use?
.... Combining the three video signals into one channel, thus making the image less sharp than Composite video, but is most advanced for PC input. The VIZIO HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to watch TV programming. This is not as good as a set-top... than composite video and S-video because the three video signals are combined into two channels, S-Video provides a sharper image than Component or S-Video. 18 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use?
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...off the power to the HDMI input of the product or consult your cable or satellite box to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Version 7/17/2009 19 www.VIZIO.com Refer to your set-top box user manual for connecting your cable or satellite operator. HDCP encrypts the ...Composite, or Coax (RF). This cable is the right one for another HDMI connection. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box You have an HDMI digital interface should be connected to ...
...off the power to the HDMI input of the product or consult your cable or satellite box to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Version 7/17/2009 19 www.VIZIO.com Refer to your set-top box user manual for connecting your cable or satellite operator. HDCP encrypts the ...Composite, or Coax (RF). This cable is the right one for another HDMI connection. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box You have an HDMI digital interface should be connected to ...
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.... 5. 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 Select HDMI 4 using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote control. Using Component Video... end to the COMPONENT jacks on the back or side of your set -top box to the HDMI 4 input on the back of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input on the back of the HDTV. 4.
.... 5. 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 Select HDMI 4 using the INPUT button on the remote control, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote control. Using Component Video... end to the COMPONENT jacks on the back or side of your set -top box to the HDMI 4 input on the back of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VF551XVT User Manual HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input on the back of the HDTV. 4.
