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...serial number located on -site extended warranty service plans. mail us to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on the back of your registration card and mail it in. For maximum benefit of Dolby Laboratories Version 2/27/2008 1 www...and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of VIZIO, Inc. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for future reference. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call toll free at techsupport...
...serial number located on -site extended warranty service plans. mail us to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on the back of your registration card and mail it in. For maximum benefit of Dolby Laboratories Version 2/27/2008 1 www...and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of VIZIO, Inc. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for future reference. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call toll free at techsupport...
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...will protect the VO42L FHDTV10A from that the power connector and any abnormality occurs. o The Display is sufficient for ventilation. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to repair or ...damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in the User Manual. This plug will not be maintained between the VO42L FHDTV10A and any object drops into the product, unplug the power cord and ...
...will protect the VO42L FHDTV10A from that the power connector and any abnormality occurs. o The Display is sufficient for ventilation. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to repair or ...damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in the User Manual. This plug will not be maintained between the VO42L FHDTV10A and any object drops into the product, unplug the power cord and ...
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VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A 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 ... or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Version 2/27/2008 3 www.VIZIO.com Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding...
VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A 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 ... or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Version 2/27/2008 3 www.VIZIO.com Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding...
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VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A and it from transportation damage. The VO42L FHDTV10A weighs approximately 58lbs and is in good condition and that all of the accessories are ... and Repair Information Premium Size Screen Cleaning Cloth Safety Strap Version 2/27/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com Package Contents VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control VR3P Power Cord HDMI Cable This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2 AA Batteries for future shipping. The screen can easily be scratched or broken so...
VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A and it from transportation damage. The VO42L FHDTV10A weighs approximately 58lbs and is in good condition and that all of the accessories are ... and Repair Information Premium Size Screen Cleaning Cloth Safety Strap Version 2/27/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com Package Contents VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control VR3P Power Cord HDMI Cable This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2 AA Batteries for future shipping. The screen can easily be scratched or broken so...
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... on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your TV on the back of the strap to mount your VIZIO HDTV. Fix the other end of the Safety Strap to one end of the HDTV, ... under the screw head. any 90˚ clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote...
... on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your TV on the back of the strap to mount your VIZIO HDTV. Fix the other end of the Safety Strap to one end of the HDTV, ... under the screw head. any 90˚ clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote...
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...VO42L FHDTV10A face down on the thickness plate being attached to the TV. 3. The pitch of your VO42L FHDTV10A. 2. Version 2/27/2008 6 www.VIZIO.com Now, the VO42L FHDTV10A can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by the panel, while holding the base. 5. The length of the ...cables and cords from your specific mount to release. 4. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for the VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Unplug all of the screws will ...
...VO42L FHDTV10A face down on the thickness plate being attached to the TV. 3. The pitch of your VO42L FHDTV10A. 2. Version 2/27/2008 6 www.VIZIO.com Now, the VO42L FHDTV10A can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by the panel, while holding the base. 5. The length of the ...cables and cords from your specific mount to release. 4. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for the VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Unplug all of the screws will ...
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VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection ...11 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...12 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 14 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...14 1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...14 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...15 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) ... 4.3.4 Surround...45 4.3.5 Digital Audio Out...45 4.3.6 Speakers ...45 4.3.7 Audio Line Out...45 4.3.8 Lip Sync...46 4.3.9 Reset Audio Mode ...46 Version 2/27/2008 7 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection ...11 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...12 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 14 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...14 1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...14 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...15 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) ... 4.3.4 Surround...45 4.3.5 Digital Audio Out...45 4.3.6 Speakers ...45 4.3.7 Audio Line Out...45 4.3.8 Lip Sync...46 4.3.9 Reset Audio Mode ...46 Version 2/27/2008 7 www.VIZIO.com
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... & Technical Support ...71 5.4 Compliance ...72 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...72 6.1 Specifications ...73 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...74 6.3 Index ...75 Version 2/27/2008 8 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup...47 4.4.1 Tuner Mode ...47 4.4.2 Auto Search...47 4.4.3 Partial Channel Search...48 4.4.4 Skip Channel ...48 4.4.5 MTS ...48 4.4.6 Time Zone ...48...
... & Technical Support ...71 5.4 Compliance ...72 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...72 6.1 Specifications ...73 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...74 6.3 Index ...75 Version 2/27/2008 8 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup...47 4.4.1 Tuner Mode ...47 4.4.2 Auto Search...47 4.4.3 Partial Channel Search...48 4.4.4 Skip Channel ...48 4.4.5 MTS ...48 4.4.6 Time Zone ...48...
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..., these buttons function as up or down controls in the OSD menus. Version 2/27/2008 9 www.VIZIO.com Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the sensor. Press the button...stepped through the entire sequence, you will return to step up and down the TV channels. The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Switch the VO42L FHDTV10A on and orange...Control Sensor - This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power...
..., these buttons function as up or down controls in the OSD menus. Version 2/27/2008 9 www.VIZIO.com Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the sensor. Press the button...stepped through the entire sequence, you will return to step up and down the TV channels. The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Switch the VO42L FHDTV10A on and orange...Control Sensor - This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power...
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...device, use white for left audio, red for right audio inputs, green for Y, blue for Pb (or Cb) and red for Digital TV.* 10. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 1 5 8 10 2 3 4 6 7 9 1. SERVICE - This custom communication port is connected; HDMI 1 - Connect the...Optical connector for composite or S-video image devices, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this connection. 8. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for viewing, the digital audio associated with Audio L/R) - A cable with a 1/8" ...
...device, use white for left audio, red for right audio inputs, green for Y, blue for Pb (or Cb) and red for Digital TV.* 10. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.3 Rear Panel Connections 1 5 8 10 2 3 4 6 7 9 1. SERVICE - This custom communication port is connected; HDMI 1 - Connect the...Optical connector for composite or S-video image devices, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this connection. 8. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for viewing, the digital audio associated with Audio L/R) - A cable with a 1/8" ...
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...as a DVD Player or set top box here. COMPONENT2 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - HDMI 3 - Version 2/27/2008 11 www.VIZIO.com Connect the fourth source for component video devices such as a VCR or video game. The purple color band on the side of the TV...same source. Connect the secondary source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this connection. HDMI 4 - VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection 1. Note: The red 2 1 and white audio connectors are shared between AV2 and COMPONENT2. 2. From top to...
...as a DVD Player or set top box here. COMPONENT2 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - HDMI 3 - Version 2/27/2008 11 www.VIZIO.com Connect the fourth source for component video devices such as a VCR or video game. The purple color band on the side of the TV...same source. Connect the secondary source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this connection. HDMI 4 - VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.4 Right-Side Panel Connection 1. Note: The red 2 1 and white audio connectors are shared between AV2 and COMPONENT2. 2. From top to...
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... or left and right. LAST - SWAP - FREEZE - HDMI - TV - Press this button to "freeze-frame" the current screen. Version 2/27/2008 12 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - MUTE - Press this button to select TV. AV - This button displays program information. Press it a second time and the Electronic...
... or left and right. LAST - SWAP - FREEZE - HDMI - TV - Press this button to "freeze-frame" the current screen. Version 2/27/2008 12 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - MUTE - Press this button to select TV. AV - This button displays program information. Press it a second time and the Electronic...
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... button for the separation of main and sub-channels. Once you have stepped through the entire sequence, you will step you through the inputs. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual INPUT - For example, channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. When selecting a digital channel directly use this button will return...: TV, AV1/S-VIDEO, AV2, Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI 1, HDMI 2 and HDMI 3. This button allows the user to the beginning. - (DASH) - Version 2/27/2008 13 www.VIZIO.com
... button for the separation of main and sub-channels. Once you have stepped through the entire sequence, you will step you through the inputs. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual INPUT - For example, channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. When selecting a digital channel directly use this button will return...: TV, AV1/S-VIDEO, AV2, Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI 1, HDMI 2 and HDMI 3. This button allows the user to the beginning. - (DASH) - Version 2/27/2008 13 www.VIZIO.com
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... to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it with local laws and regulations. Wipe it . Version 2/27/2008 14 www.VIZIO.com Re-attach the battery cover. Make sure that may pose a fire risk or lead to transmit the commands. Avoid humidity. Dispose ... into a fire. Do not subject the remote control to clean the remote control with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of time, remove the batteries. Precautionary Tips for a long period of Batteries in cracking or leakage that you match the (+) ...
... to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it with local laws and regulations. Wipe it . Version 2/27/2008 14 www.VIZIO.com Re-attach the battery cover. Make sure that may pose a fire risk or lead to transmit the commands. Avoid humidity. Dispose ... into a fire. Do not subject the remote control to clean the remote control with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of time, remove the batteries. Precautionary Tips for a long period of Batteries in cracking or leakage that you match the (+) ...
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...has separate red, green and blue color components. It also enables text to the Quick Start Guide Version 2/27/2008 15 www.VIZIO.com The VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most commonly used for digital displays... for PC input. Composite: The complete video signal is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, alldigital audio/video interface. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? This enhancement over a single cable.
...has separate red, green and blue color components. It also enables text to the Quick Start Guide Version 2/27/2008 15 www.VIZIO.com The VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most commonly used for digital displays... for PC input. Composite: The complete video signal is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, alldigital audio/video interface. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? This enhancement over a single cable.
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...grounded. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the Remote Control. Version 2/27/2008 16 www.VIZIO.com Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the ...of your VCR to the HDTV and VCR. 3. Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are High Definition (HD). Turn on the Remote Control. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Note: a) b) c) d) Not all areas. For Professional antenna...
...grounded. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the Remote Control. Version 2/27/2008 16 www.VIZIO.com Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the ...of your VCR to the HDTV and VCR. 3. Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are High Definition (HD). Turn on the Remote Control. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Note: a) b) c) d) Not all areas. For Professional antenna...
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... product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box (Best): 1. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Turn on the Remote Control. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the... rear or the side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is 10 meters. See www...
... product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box (Best): 1. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Turn on the Remote Control. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the... rear or the side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is 10 meters. See www...
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Turn on your cable or satellite operator. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-...HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 2/27/2008 18 www.VIZIO.com For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Note: a) b) The...consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.
Turn on your cable or satellite operator. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-...HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 2/27/2008 18 www.VIZIO.com For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Note: a) b) The...consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.
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... when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. Version 2/27/2008 19 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 6. b)... color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for another component, or you do not want to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 7. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your cable or satellite operator. row of the product or consult...
... when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. Version 2/27/2008 19 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 6. b)... color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for another component, or you do not want to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 7. VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your cable or satellite operator. row of the product or consult...
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... power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 5. Turn on your Set Top Box and the other end to your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV. 3. Please contact your Set-Top Box and connect the other end ... color area) at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the Remote Control. 5. The most common channels; VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn off the power to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in which ...
... power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 5. Turn on your Set Top Box and the other end to your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV. 3. Please contact your Set-Top Box and connect the other end ... color area) at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the Remote Control. 5. The most common channels; VIZIO VO42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn off the power to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in which ...