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... R T GUIDE VT420M HDTV VT470M HDTV 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What's In the Box • VIZIO HDTV • Base Plate • VIZIO Remote Control (including 2 AA batteries) • User Manual (read Safety Guidelines) • Registration Card • Quickstart Guide • Power Cord • Premium Screen Cleaning Cloth 2 INSTALLING YOUR HDTV We provide professional installation services. Move the TV into an...
... R T GUIDE VT420M HDTV VT470M HDTV 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What's In the Box • VIZIO HDTV • Base Plate • VIZIO Remote Control (including 2 AA batteries) • User Manual (read Safety Guidelines) • Registration Card • Quickstart Guide • Power Cord • Premium Screen Cleaning Cloth 2 INSTALLING YOUR HDTV We provide professional installation services. Move the TV into an...
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... For peace of mind and to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on the back of your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at our website www.VIZIO.com or fill in your registration card and mail it in Chapter 5. Write down the serial ..., Inc. and are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS; VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your set, please read these instructions before making any specific difference between the models please refer to purchase...
... For peace of mind and to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers on the back of your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at our website www.VIZIO.com or fill in your registration card and mail it in Chapter 5. Write down the serial ..., Inc. and are trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS; VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your set, please read these instructions before making any specific difference between the models please refer to purchase...
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...abuse or improper installations. ! This is used, use a liquid or a spray cleaner for future reference. ! VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in the housing. A damp ...power is provided. ! When a cart is a safety feature. Do not install your HDTV. Do not place your HDTV. When connected to 2 www.VIZIO.com Unplug the power cord before operating your HDTV from an area of low temperature to insure compatibility. ! Use only with the cart, ...
...abuse or improper installations. ! This is used, use a liquid or a spray cleaner for future reference. ! VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in the housing. A damp ...power is provided. ! When a cart is a safety feature. Do not install your HDTV. Do not place your HDTV. When connected to 2 www.VIZIO.com Unplug the power cord before operating your HDTV from an area of low temperature to insure compatibility. ! Use only with the cart, ...
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... to qualified service personnel. ! The wall socket should be used for your HDTV. ! To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during lightning. Insert batteries in fire or electric shock. ! VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual the presence of electric shock, do not touch the connector ...with wet hands. ! If water penetrates into your HDTV. ! Continued use in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. If...
... to qualified service personnel. ! The wall socket should be used for your HDTV. ! To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during lightning. Insert batteries in fire or electric shock. ! VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual the presence of electric shock, do not touch the connector ...with wet hands. ! If water penetrates into your HDTV. ! Continued use in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. If...
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... http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required. Version 5/26/2009 5 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting ...sooner. For additional information, please contact the parties listed below, as before to receive over-the-air TV. After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will need a converter box to continue to receive low power, Class A or...
... http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required. Version 5/26/2009 5 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual FCC Bulletin for New TV Owners The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting ...sooner. For additional information, please contact the parties listed below, as before to receive over-the-air TV. After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will need a converter box to continue to receive low power, Class A or...
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...Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card 2 AA Batteries for future shipping. Package Contents VIZIO VT420M or VT470M Detachable Stand Base 4 Thumbscrews (to unpack and install the HDTV. The screen can easily be scratched or broken so please handle the product gently and never ...place the HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO HDTV and accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that all of the ...
...Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card 2 AA Batteries for future shipping. Package Contents VIZIO VT420M or VT470M Detachable Stand Base 4 Thumbscrews (to unpack and install the HDTV. The screen can easily be scratched or broken so please handle the product gently and never ...place the HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO HDTV and accessories are carefully packed in good condition and that all of the ...
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VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual TV Setup and Stand Assembly Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of the TV. Note: Make sure that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of debris to prevent the TV screen from getting scratched. Version 5/26/2009 7 www.VIZIO...to the screen or throw objects at your HDTV. This may compromise the integrity of the base, insert the included (Qty. 4) thumbscrews and tighten it face down on a clean, flat surface. To unpack the TV and stand base: 1. Move the TV into an upright position. Remove the remote ...
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual TV Setup and Stand Assembly Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of the TV. Note: Make sure that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of debris to prevent the TV screen from getting scratched. Version 5/26/2009 7 www.VIZIO...to the screen or throw objects at your HDTV. This may compromise the integrity of the base, insert the included (Qty. 4) thumbscrews and tighten it face down on a clean, flat surface. To unpack the TV and stand base: 1. Move the TV into an upright position. Remove the remote ...
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... 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for viewing. any 90 clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage. The TV should be kept on the stand base or mounted on a flat surface to "Preparing your TV on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User...
... 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for viewing. any 90 clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage. The TV should be kept on the stand base or mounted on a flat surface to "Preparing your TV on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User...
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...down on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the TV. To find the perfect mount for your HDTV, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). To remove the stand: 5. Remove the total of... towards you choose to the TV. The TV can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand. The length of the TV. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Preparing your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting Your VIZIO HDTV can fit securely to properly...
...down on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the TV. To find the perfect mount for your HDTV, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). To remove the stand: 5. Remove the total of... towards you choose to the TV. The TV can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand. The length of the TV. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Preparing your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting Your VIZIO HDTV can fit securely to properly...
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... ...34! Adjusting Multimedia Settings ...39! Adjusting the Picture Settings ...42! Understanding Viewing Modes...50! Telephone & Technical Support ...53! FCC...VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2! VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...15! Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera ...27! Watching a TV Program ...35! Adjusting Settings ...39! Specifications for TV ...21! Selecting Inputs ...33! VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...14! Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment ...16! Using Your Antenna or Cable for VT470M ...56! Basic LCD HDTV...
... ...34! Adjusting Multimedia Settings ...39! Adjusting the Picture Settings ...42! Understanding Viewing Modes...50! Telephone & Technical Support ...53! FCC...VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2! VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...15! Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera ...27! Watching a TV Program ...35! Adjusting Settings ...39! Specifications for TV ...21! Selecting Inputs ...33! VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...14! Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment ...16! Using Your Antenna or Cable for VT470M ...56! Basic LCD HDTV...
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... Yellow Yellow Green Blue Description Connect the primary source for right audio. Connect an extra audio/video source for digital TV. Connect an SPDIF Optical cable from your HDTV to your home theater system to an antenna or digital cable for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or...blue for Pb (or Cb), and red for Pr (or Cr) inputs. Connect the video from a computer here. 12 www.VIZIO.com Use of this input for right audio. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Rear and Side Panel Connections No. From left audio and red for any purpose other than factory authorized...
... Yellow Yellow Green Blue Description Connect the primary source for right audio. Connect an extra audio/video source for digital TV. Connect an SPDIF Optical cable from your HDTV to your home theater system to an antenna or digital cable for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or...blue for Pb (or Cb), and red for Pr (or Cr) inputs. Connect the video from a computer here. 12 www.VIZIO.com Use of this input for right audio. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Rear and Side Panel Connections No. From left audio and red for any purpose other than factory authorized...
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VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Remote Control is used to control the ...then press MENU/SELECT to go through the TV channels. PIP - Press to select PIP (Picture-in Pause Live TV mode this button will start the Pause Live TV feature. MENU/SELECT - After pressing MENU/SELECT... Press to turn the sound on and off . ( ) POWER - In DTV mode (antenna), use arrow buttons to select your HDTV ON. Pressing this button is used to navigate through the video inputs. - (Dash) - For example, to select the Audio Video ...
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Remote Control is used to control the ...then press MENU/SELECT to go through the TV channels. PIP - Press to select PIP (Picture-in Pause Live TV mode this button will start the Pause Live TV feature. MENU/SELECT - After pressing MENU/SELECT... Press to turn the sound on and off . ( ) POWER - In DTV mode (antenna), use arrow buttons to select your HDTV ON. Pressing this button is used to navigate through the video inputs. - (Dash) - For example, to select the Audio Video ...
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... 10178 to work the LCD HDTV, refer to your HDTV to program the remote. Keep the remote dry and away from children and pets. If your HDTV responds erratically to undue physical stress, such as an alternative. If your cable or satellite remote uses a 5-digit code (like most Direct TV units), first try 1758...remote control at all, check the batteries. To use a cable or satellite remote to clean the remote control with local laws and regulations. ! If your LCD HDTV. Re-attach the battery compartment cover. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Remote Control Range !
... 10178 to work the LCD HDTV, refer to your HDTV to program the remote. Keep the remote dry and away from children and pets. If your HDTV responds erratically to undue physical stress, such as an alternative. If your cable or satellite remote uses a 5-digit code (like most Direct TV units), first try 1758...remote control at all, check the batteries. To use a cable or satellite remote to clean the remote control with local laws and regulations. ! If your LCD HDTV. Re-attach the battery compartment cover. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Remote Control Range !
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VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Your HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the superior picture provided by progressive scan DVD players and HDTV formats. RGB PC (VGA). The signal carries horizontal...-white information and the other containing the color information. It is the connection for PC input. When used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. This is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. This is separated...
VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment Your HDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the superior picture provided by progressive scan DVD players and HDTV formats. RGB PC (VGA). The signal carries horizontal...-white information and the other containing the color information. It is the connection for PC input. When used for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. This is the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. This is separated...
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...using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Refer to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Version 5/26/2009 17 www.VIZIO.com Connecting your cable or satellite operator. Note: ! ...on the Remote Control. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to 10 Meters. Length is available up to the HDMI input of your HDTV Set-Top Box and ...
...using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Refer to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. Version 5/26/2009 17 www.VIZIO.com Connecting your cable or satellite operator. Note: ! ...on the Remote Control. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box Using HDMI Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to 10 Meters. Length is available up to the HDMI input of your HDTV Set-Top Box and ...
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... operator. 18 www.VIZIO.com Refer to the HDMI1, HDMI3 or HDMI connection. If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the rear of the TV. Turn on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital... added security and protection. The HDMI input on the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. The LCD TV will recognize the DVI connection and obtain audio information from the audio connectors on the Remote Control. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the RGB input (...
... operator. 18 www.VIZIO.com Refer to the HDMI1, HDMI3 or HDMI connection. If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the rear of the TV. Turn on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital... added security and protection. The HDMI input on the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. The LCD TV will recognize the DVI connection and obtain audio information from the audio connectors on the Remote Control. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the RGB input (...
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...or Satellite Box (Better) VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual 1. Using Component Video Connecting your cable or satellite operator. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the Comp 2 connections on the side of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box user ...corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Comp 1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the TV. Note: ! ! Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 7. Connect the PrCr (red color) connector on the power to the corresponding Pr Cr...
...or Satellite Box (Better) VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual 1. Using Component Video Connecting your cable or satellite operator. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the Comp 2 connections on the side of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box user ...corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Comp 1 group (yellow color area) at the rear of the TV. Note: ! ! Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 7. Connect the PrCr (red color) connector on the power to the corresponding Pr Cr...
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... the program guides, or consult your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Turn on the Remote Control. Not all areas. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are High Definition (HD). VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your...
... the program guides, or consult your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Turn on the Remote Control. Not all areas. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are High Definition (HD). VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your...
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...on the Remote Control. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 2. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 4. Note:...the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the rear of the LCD HDTV 3. Version 5/26/2009 21 www.VIZIO.com Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power ...
...on the Remote Control. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 2. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 4. Note:...the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the rear of the LCD HDTV 3. Version 5/26/2009 21 www.VIZIO.com Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power ...
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...video output requirements of the product. 22 www.VIZIO.com If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the LCD HDTV and your VT420M - Connecting your home theater configuration, you can... other end to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Based on your DVD Player (Best): 1. 2. 3. 4. Note: ! ! Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for the DVD player, you can connect the DVD player to the HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI connection. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting...
...video output requirements of the product. 22 www.VIZIO.com If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the LCD HDTV and your VT420M - Connecting your home theater configuration, you can... other end to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. Based on your DVD Player (Best): 1. 2. 3. 4. Note: ! ! Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for the DVD player, you can connect the DVD player to the HDMI2, HDMI3 or HDMI connection. VIZIO VT420M/VT470M User Manual Connecting...