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... before making any adjustments, and retain them for your support. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO Plasma TV, please visit our website at www.vizioce.com or call toll free at [email protected]. Write down the serial number located... on your new VIZIO VP50 High Definition Plasma Television purchase. Version 4/17/2007 1 www.VIZIOCE.com For assistance, please call us at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). "DCDi...
... before making any adjustments, and retain them for your support. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO Plasma TV, please visit our website at www.vizioce.com or call toll free at [email protected]. Write down the serial number located... on your new VIZIO VP50 High Definition Plasma Television purchase. Version 4/17/2007 1 www.VIZIOCE.com For assistance, please call us at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). "DCDi...
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...near the bottom so that the stand base can be installed on the wall, please follow the instructions below 'Preparing Your Plasma TV for Wall Mounting' for the VIZIO VP50HDTV, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.vizioce.com. Please make sure to read this user... manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. The power consumption of the TV is required, use the power cord designated for more information on the base. 5. When an extension cord is about 500W, ...
...near the bottom so that the stand base can be installed on the wall, please follow the instructions below 'Preparing Your Plasma TV for Wall Mounting' for the VIZIO VP50HDTV, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.vizioce.com. Please make sure to read this user... manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. The power consumption of the TV is required, use the power cord designated for more information on the base. 5. When an extension cord is about 500W, ...
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... Computer ...27 Chapter 3 Setting 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 ...32 3.4.1 Parental Controls for DTV... Display Settings ...48 3.5.7 Audio 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 ...51 3.5.12 Picture-In-Picture(.../POP Settings ...52 3.5.14 Using the Parental Controls...53 3.6 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 55 3.6.1 Programming for VCR ...55 3.6.2 Programming for Cable...
... Computer ...27 Chapter 3 Setting 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 ...32 3.4.1 Parental Controls for DTV... Display Settings ...48 3.5.7 Audio 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 ...51 3.5.12 Picture-In-Picture(.../POP Settings ...52 3.5.14 Using the Parental Controls...53 3.6 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 55 3.6.1 Programming for VCR ...55 3.6.2 Programming for Cable...
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... all digital connector. COMPONENT 1 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - Left Portion 5 6 7 8 VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 9 Note 13 14 10 12 5. COMPONENT 2 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - Version 4/17/2007 10 www.VIZIOCE.com AV2 In - Connect the audio from the Plasma TV to connect the external audio from the same source. This custom...
... all digital connector. COMPONENT 1 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - Left Portion 5 6 7 8 VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 9 Note 13 14 10 12 5. COMPONENT 2 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - Version 4/17/2007 10 www.VIZIOCE.com AV2 In - Connect the audio from the Plasma TV to connect the external audio from the same source. This custom...
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...remote or side of the Plasma TV. 3. Turn off the power to the HDMI 2 connection. Select HDMI 1 using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to your HDTV Set-Top Box user ...video source and the digital display for details. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 2.2.1 Using HDMI Cable and Satellite Boxes that is 10 meters or less. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. Connect a HDMI ...
...remote or side of the Plasma TV. 3. Turn off the power to the HDMI 2 connection. Select HDMI 1 using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to your HDTV Set-Top Box user ...video source and the digital display for details. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 2.2.1 Using HDMI Cable and Satellite Boxes that is 10 meters or less. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. Connect a HDMI ...
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...satellite operator. Note: a) b) c) The HDMI input on the power to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Version 4/17/2007 16 www.VIZIOCE.com Turn off the power to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital...information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI 2 connections. Turn on the Plasma TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI ...
...satellite operator. Note: a) b) c) The HDMI input on the power to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Version 4/17/2007 16 www.VIZIOCE.com Turn off the power to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital...information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the HDMI 2 connections. Turn on the Plasma TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI ...
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...input (green color area) at the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by the orange area. Version 4/17/2007 Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Refer to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set- VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your cable... or satellite operator. 17 www.VIZIOCE.com Turn off the power to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box,...
...input (green color area) at the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by the orange area. Version 4/17/2007 Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Refer to the Plasma TV and HDTV Set- VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your cable... or satellite operator. 17 www.VIZIOCE.com Turn off the power to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box,...
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....VIZIOCE.com Turn off the power to www.antennaweb.org for DTV 1. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the Plasma TV. 4. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Refer to...
....VIZIOCE.com Turn off the power to www.antennaweb.org for DTV 1. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the Plasma TV. 4. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Refer to...
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VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. 2.3.3 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR 1. Select TV using the INPUT button on the ...remote or side of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and VCR. 4. Note: If you have an off-air antenna...
VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. 2.3.3 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR 1. Select TV using the INPUT button on the ...remote or side of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and VCR. 4. Note: If you have an off-air antenna...
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... area) at the rear of the VIZIO VP50HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for the DVD player, you . 2.4.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for connecting your DVD player to the HDMI input of the Plasma TV. 3. Turn off the power to ... product. 20 www.VIZIOCE.com Select HDMI 1 using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 2. Connect one end of a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player and the other end to...
... area) at the rear of the VIZIO VP50HDTV for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for the DVD player, you . 2.4.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for connecting your DVD player to the HDMI input of the Plasma TV. 3. Turn off the power to ... product. 20 www.VIZIOCE.com Select HDMI 1 using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 2. Connect one end of a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player and the other end to...
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... connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1. Turn off the power to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on your DVD player. 5. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to the HDMI 1 Input (white color area) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 4. Turn on the...input for another component, or 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 power to the Plasma TV and your DVD player and connect the other end to the HDMI 2 connection. Version 4/17/2007 21 www...
... connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1. Turn off the power to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on your DVD player. 5. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to the HDMI 1 Input (white color area) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 4. Turn on the...input for another component, or 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 power to the Plasma TV and your DVD player and connect the other end to the HDMI 2 connection. Version 4/17/2007 21 www...
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...the Component output on your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the product. Refer to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 7. Version 4/17/2007 22 www.VIZIOCE.com Connect the Y (green color) connector on your ... when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of connectors nearest to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 2. Turn off the power to you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the Plasma TV. 5. row of the Plasma TV. 4. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video ...
...the Component output on your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the product. Refer to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 7. Version 4/17/2007 22 www.VIZIOCE.com Connect the Y (green color) connector on your ... when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of connectors nearest to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 2. Turn off the power to you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the Plasma TV. 5. row of the Plasma TV. 4. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video ...
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...(white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the AV1 input (yellow area) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. Turn off the power to the audio connectors associated with the S-Video output on the remote or side of the product. Note: a)... the rear of your DVD player to your DVD Player (Good): VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1. Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control. 2.4.3 Using S-Video (AV) Connecting your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you can connect the DVD player to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 5.
...(white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the AV1 input (yellow area) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. Turn off the power to the audio connectors associated with the S-Video output on the remote or side of the product. Note: a)... the rear of your DVD player to your DVD Player (Good): VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1. Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control. 2.4.3 Using S-Video (AV) Connecting your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you can connect the DVD player to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 5.
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... about the video output requirements of the product. Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio connectors on the remote or side of the Plasma TV, or directly by the orange area. Note: a) b) If you can connect the DVD player to your DVD player to the...DVD player. 2. Turn off the power to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. Refer to the AV2 connections coded by pressing the AV button on your DVD Player (Good) : VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1. 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player to you ...
... about the video output requirements of the product. Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio connectors on the remote or side of the Plasma TV, or directly by the orange area. Note: a) b) If you can connect the DVD player to your DVD player to the...DVD player. 2. Turn off the power to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. Refer to the AV2 connections coded by pressing the AV button on your DVD Player (Good) : VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1. 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player to you ...
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...or side of the product. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the power to the Plasma TV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. Turn off the power to the Plasma TV and VCR or Video Camera. 5. Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control. Version 4/17/2007 25 www....your VCR or Video Camera and connect the other end to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group (red area) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Select AV1 using the AV1 input for another component, or you can connect the VCR...
...or side of the product. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the power to the Plasma TV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. Turn off the power to the Plasma TV and VCR or Video Camera. 5. Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control. Version 4/17/2007 25 www....your VCR or Video Camera and connect the other end to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group (red area) at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Select AV1 using the AV1 input for another component, or you can connect the VCR...
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...on the remote control to select the corresponding audio input. Optical Output of Audio received with the programs from the Plasma TV will now be connected directly to the Plasma TV and Receiver/Amp. 4. Turn off the power to select Speakers. 8. Press the button on the remote to select...a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the ANALOG OUT (gray area) audio connectors at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. Turn on the Receiver/Amp and connect the other end to the optical DIGITAL AUDIO ...
...on the remote control to select the corresponding audio input. Optical Output of Audio received with the programs from the Plasma TV will now be connected directly to the Plasma TV and Receiver/Amp. 4. Turn off the power to select Speakers. 8. Press the button on the remote to select...a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the ANALOG OUT (gray area) audio connectors at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. Turn on the Receiver/Amp and connect the other end to the optical DIGITAL AUDIO ...
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...'s user guide for more information about the video output requirements of the Plasma TV. 4. 2.7 Connecting a PC Computer VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1. Connect the Audio Out on how to set your pc computer to VESA 1024x768 at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are ... directly by pressing the RGB button on the power to the RGB PC input (blue area) at 60Hz. Refer to the Plasma TV and PC Computer. 2. Version 4/17/2007 Note: a) b) c) For the best picture quality when connecting a pc computer through RGB PC, set the timing...
...'s user guide for more information about the video output requirements of the Plasma TV. 4. 2.7 Connecting a PC Computer VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual 1. Connect the Audio Out on how to set your pc computer to VESA 1024x768 at the rear of the Plasma TV. 3. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are ... directly by pressing the RGB button on the power to the RGB PC input (blue area) at 60Hz. Refer to the Plasma TV and PC Computer. 2. Version 4/17/2007 Note: a) b) c) For the best picture quality when connecting a pc computer through RGB PC, set the timing...
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... the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the Plasma TV (see this button will be the only choice for Wall Mounting'. 3.1 Basic Plasma TV Start Up 1. Connect Audio and Video Cables to the power cord connector on the remote control. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to AV2.... by pressing the INPUT button on the side of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote control. The same input priority scheme applies to Watch Television For 'Preparing Your Plasma TV for AV1. Using TV with an Antenna or Cable When an antenna or cable source...
... the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the Plasma TV (see this button will be the only choice for Wall Mounting'. 3.1 Basic Plasma TV Start Up 1. Connect Audio and Video Cables to the power cord connector on the remote control. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to AV2.... by pressing the INPUT button on the side of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote control. The same input priority scheme applies to Watch Television For 'Preparing Your Plasma TV for AV1. Using TV with an Antenna or Cable When an antenna or cable source...
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Press the and buttons to highlight Cable / Antenna. Once selected, press the button to highlight the TV Menu sub-menu. Press the OK button to adjust this sub-menu. Press the MENU button on the remote control once to match the source ... the Cable or Antenna to highlight the Setup menu. e. f. Press the button when you have finished your selection. The Image Settings Menu will be displayed. d. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual b. c. Press the button on the remote control to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the Plasma TV.
Press the and buttons to highlight Cable / Antenna. Once selected, press the button to highlight the TV Menu sub-menu. Press the OK button to adjust this sub-menu. Press the MENU button on the remote control once to match the source ... the Cable or Antenna to highlight the Setup menu. e. f. Press the button when you have finished your selection. The Image Settings Menu will be displayed. d. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual b. c. Press the button on the remote control to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the Plasma TV.
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... or Cable To use your cable operator for questions on how to set the TV timing mode to get information about availability in your area, type of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote or side of antenna and in all areas. The channel.... Note: DTV digital broadcast is highlighted. To add or delete a channel press the button to the graphic card's user guide for more information. 7. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual g. k. Press the button until the desired channel number is shown. When finished, "Auto Scan Completed" will take a few minutes to...
... or Cable To use your cable operator for questions on how to set the TV timing mode to get information about availability in your area, type of the Plasma TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote or side of antenna and in all areas. The channel.... Note: DTV digital broadcast is highlighted. To add or delete a channel press the button to the graphic card's user guide for more information. 7. VIZIO VP50HDTV User Manual g. k. Press the button until the desired channel number is shown. When finished, "Auto Scan Completed" will take a few minutes to...
