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...or email us to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on the back of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from your new VIZIO VP50 High Definition Plasma Television purchase. Write down the serial number located on -site ... mail it in your VIZIO Plasma TV, please visit our website at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Visit our website or call us at our website www.vizioce.com or fill in . VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO VP50 High Definition Television. Thank...
...or email us to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on the back of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from your new VIZIO VP50 High Definition Plasma Television purchase. Write down the serial number located on -site ... mail it in your VIZIO Plasma TV, please visit our website at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Visit our website or call us at our website www.vizioce.com or fill in . VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO VP50 High Definition Television. Thank...
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...fire or electric shock. Ensure that specified in the User Manual. o Liquid sprays or any other moisture. o The Display is exposed to avoid causing fire, electric shock or component damage. • Do not place the VP50 Plasma HDTV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Temperature: 40... from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to insure compatibility. • When moving the product. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to the appliance...
...fire or electric shock. Ensure that specified in the User Manual. o Liquid sprays or any other moisture. o The Display is exposed to avoid causing fire, electric shock or component damage. • Do not place the VP50 Plasma HDTV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Temperature: 40... from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to insure compatibility. • When moving the product. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to the appliance...
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... grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits. 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 provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside...
... grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits. 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 provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside...
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...have at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Version 4/17/2007 4 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VP50HDTV and it from transportation damage. Package Contents VIZIO VP50HDTV VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power ...Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VP50HDTV are carefully packed in good condition and that have been designed to unpack and install the HDTV. The glass surface can easily...
...have at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Version 4/17/2007 4 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VP50HDTV and it from transportation damage. Package Contents VIZIO VP50HDTV VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power ...Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VP50HDTV are carefully packed in good condition and that have been designed to unpack and install the HDTV. The glass surface can easily...
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...information on the wall for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VP50HDTV can fir securely to read this user manual carefully before installing your VP50HDTV. 2. The TV should be removed, noted by utilizing the mounting holes in landscape orientation; Preparing Your Plasma TV for viewing. Remove the six (6) screws on... service life of your TV on the wall, please follow the instructions below 'Preparing Your Plasma TV for Wall Mounting' for removing the stand base. Gently pull the stand away from your VIZIO HDTV. To find the perfect mount for TV. Unplug all of the...
...information on the wall for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VP50HDTV can fir securely to read this user manual carefully before installing your VP50HDTV. 2. The TV should be removed, noted by utilizing the mounting holes in landscape orientation; Preparing Your Plasma TV for viewing. Remove the six (6) screws on... service life of your TV on the wall, please follow the instructions below 'Preparing Your Plasma TV for Wall Mounting' for removing the stand base. Gently pull the stand away from your VIZIO HDTV. To find the perfect mount for TV. Unplug all of the...
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VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 8 1.1 Front Panel...8 1.2 Side Panel Controls...8 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...9 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...11 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.4.3 VIZIO...Up to Watch Television 28 3.1 Basic Plasma TV Start Up...28 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...31 3.3 Adjusting Basic Plasma TV Settings ...31 3.4 DTV Tuner Setup ...... Settings ...49 3.5.8 Parental Controls ...49 3.5.9 Setup ...50 3.5.10 Understanding Viewing Features...51 3.5.11 Viewing Modes ...
VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 8 1.1 Front Panel...8 1.2 Side Panel Controls...8 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...9 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...11 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.4.3 VIZIO...Up to Watch Television 28 3.1 Basic Plasma TV Start Up...28 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...31 3.3 Adjusting Basic Plasma TV Settings ...31 3.4 DTV Tuner Setup ...... Settings ...49 3.5.8 Parental Controls ...49 3.5.9 Setup ...50 3.5.10 Understanding Viewing Features...51 3.5.11 Viewing Modes ...
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Standard Definitions ...62 5.3 Index ...63 5.4 Limited Product Warranty...65 5.4.1 VIZIO EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY 65 5.5 Component Program Codes...66 Version 4/17/2007 7 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 4.4 Compliance ...60 4.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...60 Chapter 5 Miscellaneous Information 61 5.1 Specifications ...61 5.2 Glossary -
Standard Definitions ...62 5.3 Index ...63 5.4 Limited Product Warranty...65 5.4.1 VIZIO EXTENDED SERVICE WARRANTY 65 5.5 Component Program Codes...66 Version 4/17/2007 7 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 4.4 Compliance ...60 4.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...60 Chapter 5 Miscellaneous Information 61 5.1 Specifications ...61 5.2 Glossary -
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...Menu - Use these buttons to AV1 S-Video by pressing the button once. Additionally, when the OSD is connected to step up and down the TV channels. Point the remote control directly at this button confirms the menu function to the remote signal. 1.2 Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - ... the best response to be adjusted. If a signal is active, pressing this buttons steps through the input sources in the OSD menus. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - Input (Enter) - This is active, these buttons function as up ...
...Menu - Use these buttons to AV1 S-Video by pressing the button once. Additionally, when the OSD is connected to step up and down the TV channels. Point the remote control directly at this button confirms the menu function to the remote signal. 1.2 Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - ... the best response to be adjusted. If a signal is active, pressing this buttons steps through the input sources in the OSD menus. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - Input (Enter) - This is active, these buttons function as up ...
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... in your home theatre system. Connect to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. The gray color band on the rear of the TV indicates this SPDIF Optical connector for connection to an antenna or digital cable for viewing, the digital audio associated with digital programming will be available ...on this connection. 4. DTV - Version 4/17/2007 9 www.VIZIOCE.com SERVICE 2 - OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT - This custom communication port is selected for Digital TV.* 3. 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Right Portion 1 2 3 VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 4 1.
... in your home theatre system. Connect to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. The gray color band on the rear of the TV indicates this SPDIF Optical connector for connection to an antenna or digital cable for viewing, the digital audio associated with digital programming will be available ...on this connection. 4. DTV - Version 4/17/2007 9 www.VIZIOCE.com SERVICE 2 - OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT - This custom communication port is selected for Digital TV.* 3. 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Right Portion 1 2 3 VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 4 1.
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... 7 8 VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 9 Note 13 14 10 12 5. SERVICE 1 - HDMI 1 - Connect the secondary source for digital video devices such as a VCR or video game. Use the white and red connectors to a DVI enabled device, use a DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the TV indicates this ... a VCR or video game. From left to a DVI enabled device, use a wireless headphone system. Connect the audio from the Plasma TV to the L+R AUDIO here. 8. Connect a headphone directly or use a DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the...
... 7 8 VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 9 Note 13 14 10 12 5. SERVICE 1 - HDMI 1 - Connect the secondary source for digital video devices such as a VCR or video game. Use the white and red connectors to a DVI enabled device, use a DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the TV indicates this ... a VCR or video game. From left to a DVI enabled device, use a wireless headphone system. Connect the audio from the Plasma TV to the L+R AUDIO here. 8. Connect a headphone directly or use a DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the...
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... 4/17/2007 11 www.VIZIOCE.com This button starts all programming sequences. VCR - This button allows the user to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on from the Standby mode. This button turns the sound on the following pages. MENU - INFO - Remote LED - ... CH (+ or -) - TV - This button selects a programmed VCR. These buttons change the channels up or down . For example, channel 28-2 would be used to control up to operate the VP50HDTV. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a ...
... 4/17/2007 11 www.VIZIOCE.com This button starts all programming sequences. VCR - This button allows the user to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on from the Standby mode. This button turns the sound on the following pages. MENU - INFO - Remote LED - ... CH (+ or -) - TV - This button selects a programmed VCR. These buttons change the channels up or down . For example, channel 28-2 would be used to control up to operate the VP50HDTV. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a ...
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... 2 inputs. Additionally, this button plays the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with switch between AV1 and AV2 inputs. TV/Previous Chapter - and +) - Note that in the zoom mode parts of the picture will set the default Closed Caption setting for all ...channels see 3.5.12 - RGB - Use this button with the remote control. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual WIDE/Record - This button will select the HDMI input. CC/Stop - Repeated pressing of this button to change the picture mode...
... 2 inputs. Additionally, this button plays the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with switch between AV1 and AV2 inputs. TV/Previous Chapter - and +) - Note that in the zoom mode parts of the picture will set the default Closed Caption setting for all ...channels see 3.5.12 - RGB - Use this button with the remote control. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual WIDE/Record - This button will select the HDMI input. CC/Stop - Repeated pressing of this button to change the picture mode...
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VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of the batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. Do not mix new and old batteries. If the TV responds erratically to personal injury. Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. 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...
VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of the batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. Do not mix new and old batteries. If the TV responds erratically to personal injury. Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. 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...
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... Purple Red HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - It is the connection for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. Separating the color in color. It also enables text to the ...industry-supported, uncompressed, alldigital audio/video interface. S-Video (AV1/AV2) - DTV Coaxial RF. TV Coaxial RF. This is separated into three signals, one containing the black-and-white information and ... bit streams from a basic connection to the most advanced for PC input. The VIZIO VP50HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this...
... Purple Red HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - It is the connection for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. Separating the color in color. It also enables text to the ...industry-supported, uncompressed, alldigital audio/video interface. S-Video (AV1/AV2) - DTV Coaxial RF. TV Coaxial RF. This is separated into three signals, one containing the black-and-white information and ... bit streams from a basic connection to the most advanced for PC input. The VIZIO VP50HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this...
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...component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 2.2.1 Using HDMI... the other end to the HDMI output of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Plasma TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). If you can connect the Set-Top Box to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the power to...
...component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 2.2.1 Using HDMI... the other end to the HDMI output of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Plasma TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). If you can connect the Set-Top Box to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the power to...
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... for another component, or you do not want to the audio connectors associated with DVI: : 1. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI 1 input (white area) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 4. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2.
... for another component, or you do not want to the audio connectors associated with DVI: : 1. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI 1 input (white area) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 4. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2.
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VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 7. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - ...directly by the orange area. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 5. Version 4/17/2007 Note: a) b) If you are already using ...
VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 7. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - ...directly by the orange area. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 5. Version 4/17/2007 Note: a) b) If you are already using ...
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... are not available in all areas. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the power to the Plasma TV. 2. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed...
... are not available in all areas. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the power to the Plasma TV. 2. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed...
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...to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of your antenna or cable to the Plasma TV and VCR. 2. Note: If you have an off-air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the "Antenna In" connector on the power to the Plasma TV and VCR. 4. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your... Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Turn on the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. Turn on the Remote Control. Connect the coaxial (RF...
...to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of your antenna or cable to the Plasma TV and VCR. 2. Note: If you have an off-air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the "Antenna In" connector on the power to the Plasma TV and VCR. 4. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your... Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Turn on the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. Turn on the Remote Control. Connect the coaxial (RF...
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...b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. Version 4/17/2007 4. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition ...Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the Plasma TV and your VP50HDTV - Select HDMI 1 using the HDMI 1 input...
...b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. Version 4/17/2007 4. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition ...Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the Plasma TV and your VP50HDTV - Select HDMI 1 using the HDMI 1 input...