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...If the VU42L FHDTV10A falls, it from the type of power source indicated on the top of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any other cables are not blocked or covered. radiator, heater, oven, amplifier etc. Overloading can result in a ... Avoid using different voltage from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured ...
...If the VU42L FHDTV10A falls, it from the type of power source indicated on the top of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any other cables are not blocked or covered. radiator, heater, oven, amplifier etc. Overloading can result in a ... Avoid using different voltage from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured ...
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IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card Version 12/17/2007 4 www.VIZIO.com Now you have opened the carton check that the VU42L FHDTV10A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are... that you have at least 2 people to protect it accompanying accessories are included. Package Contents VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord Safety Strap VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2...
IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card Version 12/17/2007 4 www.VIZIO.com Now you have opened the carton check that the VU42L FHDTV10A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are... that you have at least 2 people to protect it accompanying accessories are included. Package Contents VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord Safety Strap VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure 2...
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... Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your TV on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.vizio.com. The TV should use the power cord designated for TV. Fix one of the electronic components. If you have a solid... TV in landscape orientation; VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VU42L FULLHDTV HD TV are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A To purchase or...
... Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your TV on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.vizio.com. The TV should use the power cord designated for TV. Fix one of the electronic components. If you have a solid... TV in landscape orientation; VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VU42L FULLHDTV HD TV are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A To purchase or...
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... 9 1.1 Front Bezel ...9 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...9 1.3 Left Side Connections ...10 1.4 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.5 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...12 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 15 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...15 1.5.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 15 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 16 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...16 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite... ...41 4.4.2 Bass...41 4.4.3 Treble ...41 4.4.4 Balance...41 4.4.5 Surround...42 4.4.6 Speakers ...42 4.5 DTV / TV Tuner Setup...42 Version 12/17/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com
... 9 1.1 Front Bezel ...9 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...9 1.3 Left Side Connections ...10 1.4 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.5 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...12 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 15 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...15 1.5.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 15 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 16 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...16 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite... ...41 4.4.2 Bass...41 4.4.3 Treble ...41 4.4.4 Balance...41 4.4.5 Surround...42 4.4.6 Speakers ...42 4.5 DTV / TV Tuner Setup...42 Version 12/17/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com
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...Picture (PIP) Mode...58 4.18.2 Adjusting Basic PIP/POP Settings ...58 4.18.3 Setting the Sleep Timer ...59 4.19 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 59 4.19.1 Programming for VCR ...59 4.19.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...60 4.19.3 Programming for DVD Player ......60 4.19.4 Searching for Component Codes ...61 4.20 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote ...61 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 61 5.1 Maintenance...61 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...62 5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...63 5.4 Compliance ...64 5.5 FCC ...
...Picture (PIP) Mode...58 4.18.2 Adjusting Basic PIP/POP Settings ...58 4.18.3 Setting the Sleep Timer ...59 4.19 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 59 4.19.1 Programming for VCR ...59 4.19.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...60 4.19.3 Programming for DVD Player ......60 4.19.4 Searching for Component Codes ...61 4.20 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote ...61 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 61 5.1 Maintenance...61 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...62 5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...63 5.4 Compliance ...64 5.5 FCC ...
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...level. Menu - Channel ▲/▼ - Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to the VU42L FHDTV10A off . VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power 'VIZIO' light - The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Additionally...Use these buttons function as left and right controls in the OSD menus. Version 12/17/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com Volume ◄/► - Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the speaker volume. Switch the VU42L FHDTV10A on and...
...level. Menu - Channel ▲/▼ - Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to the VU42L FHDTV10A off . VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power 'VIZIO' light - The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Additionally...Use these buttons function as left and right controls in the OSD menus. Version 12/17/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com Volume ◄/► - Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the speaker volume. Switch the VU42L FHDTV10A on and...
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... the DTV mode. OK - NOTE: This is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a programmable remote supporting up to 4 devices (see TV, VCR, CABLE, ...DVD buttons at the top of the remote). This button selects a programmed cable TV ...
... the DTV mode. OK - NOTE: This is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a programmable remote supporting up to 4 devices (see TV, VCR, CABLE, ...DVD buttons at the top of the remote). This button selects a programmed cable TV ...
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... will select the MTS options of this button pauses the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Version 12/17/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com SLEEP/Pause - Additionally, this button will set the Closed Caption mode when viewing a DTV or TV channel. This... set the default Closed Caption setting for all channels see Section 4.6.3, Closed Caption for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A. Use this button functions as a DVD Previous Chapter when the DVD player is activated with the remote control. For TV the options are Off, CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4 and Service1. Note...
... will select the MTS options of this button pauses the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Version 12/17/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com SLEEP/Pause - Additionally, this button will set the Closed Caption mode when viewing a DTV or TV channel. This... set the default Closed Caption setting for all channels see Section 4.6.3, Closed Caption for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A. Use this button functions as a DVD Previous Chapter when the DVD player is activated with the remote control. For TV the options are Off, CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4 and Service1. Note...
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... the batteries away from heat sources. Do not subject the remote control to the remote control or does respond at the remote control sensor to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.5.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets...fresh batteries. Wipe it . Do not mix new and old batteries. Version 12/17/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com Re-attach the battery cover. Avoid humidity. When not using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Precautionary Tips for a long period of...
... the batteries away from heat sources. Do not subject the remote control to the remote control or does respond at the remote control sensor to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.5.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from children and pets...fresh batteries. Wipe it . Do not mix new and old batteries. Version 12/17/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com Re-attach the battery cover. Avoid humidity. When not using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Precautionary Tips for a long period of...
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.... Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your Cable or Satellite Box (Best) 1. 2. 3. 4. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to use the HDMI 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of... the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote or side of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Select HDMI using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you...
.... Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your Cable or Satellite Box (Best) 1. 2. 3. 4. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to use the HDMI 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of... the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote or side of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Select HDMI using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you...
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... TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of PC formats. Use the RGB PC input for more information about the video output... other end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Version 12/17/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the... Refer to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on the Remote Control. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital...
... TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of PC formats. Use the RGB PC input for more information about the video output... other end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Version 12/17/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the... Refer to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on the Remote Control. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital...
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...Box to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 7. Version 12/17/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at ... 1 group (green color area - Refer to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 4. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when...
...Box to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 7. Version 12/17/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at ... 1 group (green color area - Refer to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 4. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when...
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... not available in all digital TV broadcasts are High Definition (HD). Note: a) b) c) d) Not all areas. Turn on the Remote Control. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. Connect...) connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Version 12/17/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com Refer to www.antennaweb.org for DTV 1. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Refer to the program guides, or consult your antenna...
... not available in all digital TV broadcasts are High Definition (HD). Note: a) b) c) d) Not all areas. Turn on the Remote Control. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. Connect...) connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Version 12/17/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com Refer to www.antennaweb.org for DTV 1. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Refer to the program guides, or consult your antenna...
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... HDTV. 2. 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. 3. Version 12/17/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the rear of your VCR. Turn on the rear of your VCR to the LCD HDTV... the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV. 4.
... HDTV. 2. 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. 3. Version 12/17/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the rear of your VCR. Turn on the rear of your VCR to the LCD HDTV... the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV. 4.
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...off the power to the LCD HDTV and your DVD Player (Best): 1. Version 12/17/2007 22 www.VIZIO.com HDMI, Component, S-Video and Composite (AV) inputs. Turn on the Remote Control. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player user manual for more information about ...the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a ...
...off the power to the LCD HDTV and your DVD Player (Best): 1. Version 12/17/2007 22 www.VIZIO.com HDMI, Component, S-Video and Composite (AV) inputs. Turn on the Remote Control. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player user manual for more information about ...the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a ...
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...power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player and the ...of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote or side of the product. Version 12/17/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to...end to your DVD player. 5. Note: Refer to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. For DVD Players with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the LCD ...
...power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player and the ...of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote or side of the product. Version 12/17/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to...end to your DVD player. 5. Note: Refer to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. For DVD Players with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the LCD ...
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... corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Refer to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on the Remote Control. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player and connect the other end to your DVD Player (Better): 1. Connect the Pb ... you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Version 12/17/2007 24 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you when viewing from the rear...
... corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Refer to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on the Remote Control. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player and connect the other end to your DVD Player (Better): 1. Connect the Pb ... you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Version 12/17/2007 24 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you when viewing from the rear...
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... to your DVD Player (Good): 1. Version 12/17/2007 25 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the audio connectors associated with the AV1 input on the Remote Control. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button... player. 5. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.3 Using S-Video (AV2) Connecting your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Turn...
... to your DVD Player (Good): 1. Version 12/17/2007 25 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the audio connectors associated with the AV1 input on the Remote Control. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button... player. 5. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.3 Using S-Video (AV2) Connecting your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Turn...
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VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for another component, you are not using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. Note: a) b) If you are already using the AV2 input for another component, or you do ...the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 4. Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio connectors on the Remote Control. Version 12/17/2007 26 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your DVD player to your DVD Player (Good): 1. Refer to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV2 ...
VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for another component, you are not using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. Note: a) b) If you are already using the AV2 input for another component, or you do ...the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 4. Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio connectors on the Remote Control. Version 12/17/2007 26 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your DVD player to your DVD Player (Good): 1. Refer to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV2 ...
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... Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group at the left hand side panel of the LCD HDTV. 3. Version 12/17/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 5. Note... audio connectors associated with the S-Video output on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the AV1 input at the left...
... Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group at the left hand side panel of the LCD HDTV. 3. Version 12/17/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 5. Note... audio connectors associated with the S-Video output on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the AV1 input at the left...