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...the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides ...information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be...
...the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides ...information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be...
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... Strap has been included to attach the HDTV to the wall to reduce the chance of the TV is preferable to a stud, using a washer under the nut. 2. Please contact VIZIO for additional information. The power consumption of the HDTV being pulled over. Fix one of the ... between the back of the electronic components. The TV should be used with the correct power rating. Avoid installing the 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...
... Strap has been included to attach the HDTV to the wall to reduce the chance of the TV is preferable to a stud, using a washer under the nut. 2. Please contact VIZIO for additional information. The power consumption of the HDTV being pulled over. Fix one of the ... between the back of the electronic components. The TV should be used with the correct power rating. Avoid installing the 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...
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..., foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the TV. 3. Please make sure to read the instructions of the cables and cords from your specific mount to properly hang the VU42L FHDTV10A. The pitch of the TV. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The... VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the mounting holes in the center...
..., foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the TV. 3. Please make sure to read the instructions of the cables and cords from your specific mount to properly hang the VU42L FHDTV10A. The pitch of the TV. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The... VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the mounting holes in the center...
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...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 Box ...17 2.2.1 Using HDMI ...17 2.2.2 Using Component Video...19 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) ...20 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV 20 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV...Resolutions...30 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 31 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...31 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...34 3.3 Adjusting Basic LCD HDTV Settings ...34 3.4 Program Information...35 Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV...
...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 Box ...17 2.2.1 Using HDMI ...17 2.2.2 Using Component Video...19 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) ...20 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV 20 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV...Resolutions...30 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 31 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...31 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...34 3.3 Adjusting Basic LCD HDTV Settings ...34 3.4 Program Information...35 Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV...
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...65 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...66 6.3 Index ...67 6.4 Component Program Codes...69 Version 12/17/2007 8 www.VIZIO.com Position ...55 4.15.8 V. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 4.5.1 Tuner Mode ...42 4.5.2 Auto Search...42 4.5.3 Skip Channel ...42 4.5.4 Digital Audio Out...43... 4.5.5 Time Zone ...43 4.5.6 Daylight Saving...43 4.6 DTV / TV Input Setup ...44 4.6.1 Language...44 4.6.2 Sleep Timer ...44 4.6.3 Analog ...
...65 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...66 6.3 Index ...67 6.4 Component Program Codes...69 Version 12/17/2007 8 www.VIZIO.com Position ...55 4.15.8 V. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 4.5.1 Tuner Mode ...42 4.5.2 Auto Search...42 4.5.3 Skip Channel ...42 4.5.4 Digital Audio Out...43... 4.5.5 Time Zone ...43 4.5.6 Daylight Saving...43 4.6 DTV / TV Input Setup ...44 4.6.1 Language...44 4.6.2 Sleep Timer ...44 4.6.3 Analog ...
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.... Point the remote control directly at this buttons steps through the entire sequence, you have stepped through the input sources in the following sequence: TV, AV1 (S-Video or Video), AV2, Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI 1 and HDMI 2. Use these buttons function as left and right ...controls in the OSD menus. Version 12/17/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power 'VIZIO' light - Use these buttons function as up or down controls in the OSD menus. While ...
.... Point the remote control directly at this buttons steps through the entire sequence, you have stepped through the input sources in the following sequence: TV, AV1 (S-Video or Video), AV2, Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI 1 and HDMI 2. Use these buttons function as left and right ...controls in the OSD menus. Version 12/17/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power 'VIZIO' light - Use these buttons function as up or down controls in the OSD menus. While ...
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... DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the TV indicates this all digital connector. Version 12/17/2007 10 www.VIZIO.com This custom communication port is placed on the rear of the TV. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for digital video such... as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this connection. AV1 IN - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI cables are available for digital video such as...
... DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the TV indicates this all digital connector. Version 12/17/2007 10 www.VIZIO.com This custom communication port is placed on the rear of the TV. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for digital video such... as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this connection. AV1 IN - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI cables are available for digital video such as...
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...system, external amplifier or stereo. When the DTV input is selected for right audio inputs. Connect the audio from a computer here. Right Portion 5 6 VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 9 10 7 8 12 5. Connect the video and audio from the LCD HDTV to an external device, such as a DVD...devices such as a VCR or video game. The purple color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 7. Speakers cannot be available on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 6. Connect the secondary source for right audio inputs. The green color band on...
...system, external amplifier or stereo. When the DTV input is selected for right audio inputs. Connect the audio from a computer here. Right Portion 5 6 VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 9 10 7 8 12 5. Connect the video and audio from the LCD HDTV to an external device, such as a DVD...devices such as a VCR or video game. The purple color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 7. Speakers cannot be available on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 6. Connect the secondary source for right audio inputs. The green color band on...
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... set -top box. Use this button for the separation of main and sub-channels. EXIT - SET - Blinks when the remote operates. TV - Use these buttons to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on from the Standby mode. CH (+ or -) - MUTE - These buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD). This button works as...
... set -top box. Use this button for the separation of main and sub-channels. EXIT - SET - Blinks when the remote operates. TV - Use these buttons to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button on from the Standby mode. CH (+ or -) - MUTE - These buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD). This button works as...
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... the component is activated with the remote control. SLEEP/Pause - Note: To set the Closed Caption mode when viewing a DTV or TV channel. This button cycles through the available screen formats. This button also functions as VCR Record when the component is activated with the ...activated with the remote control. This button will set the default Closed Caption setting for all channels see Section 4.6.3, Closed Caption for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A. Note: in DTV mode. Use this button plays the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the ...
... the component is activated with the remote control. SLEEP/Pause - Note: To set the Closed Caption mode when viewing a DTV or TV channel. This button cycles through the available screen formats. This button also functions as VCR Record when the component is activated with the ...activated with the remote control. This button will set the default Closed Caption setting for all channels see Section 4.6.3, Closed Caption for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A. Note: in DTV mode. Use this button plays the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the ...
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... the PIP input selected. For additional information regarding the PIP/POP options, see section 4.18.1 - Version 12/17/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com and +) - and +) - MODE - Used to increase or decrease the size of the picture will not be functional. Use these buttons to swap the inputs ... are used to activate the Picture-In-Picture mode. Press this button to switch the audio from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game. SWAP - Note: The TV must be in PIP/POP mode for this button to change the picture mode from the main screen to be visible because they extend beyond...
... the PIP input selected. For additional information regarding the PIP/POP options, see section 4.18.1 - Version 12/17/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com and +) - and +) - MODE - Used to increase or decrease the size of the picture will not be functional. Use these buttons to swap the inputs ... are used to activate the Picture-In-Picture mode. Press this button to switch the audio from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game. SWAP - Note: The TV must be in PIP/POP mode for this button to change the picture mode from the main screen to be visible because they extend beyond...
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... the batteries. Re-attach the battery cover. Keep the batteries away from the front of the receiver window, 30° to personal injury. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Do not place any obstacles between ...the remote control and the receiver window. If the TV responds erratically to transmit the commands. Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. Do ...
... the batteries. Re-attach the battery cover. Keep the batteries away from the front of the receiver window, 30° to personal injury. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire. Do not place any obstacles between ...the remote control and the receiver window. If the TV responds erratically to transmit the commands. Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. Do ...
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... (analog) Best (analog) Better (analog) Good (analog) White HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - It is most advanced for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. This video input has separate red, green and blue color components. It also enables text to the Quick Start Guide Version...The video signal is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information. The VIZIO VU42L FULLHDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most commonly used for PC input....
... (analog) Best (analog) Better (analog) Good (analog) White HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - It is most advanced for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. This video input has separate red, green and blue color components. It also enables text to the Quick Start Guide Version...The video signal is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information. The VIZIO VU42L FULLHDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most commonly used for PC input....
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... or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Turn on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 12/17/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Refer to the HDMI 2 connection. Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for optimal results. If you... can connect the Set-Top Box to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual 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 the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Select HDMI using the HDMI...
... or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Turn on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 12/17/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Refer to the HDMI 2 connection. Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for optimal results. If you... can connect the Set-Top Box to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual 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 the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Select HDMI using the HDMI...
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... Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Version 12/17/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: 1. Refer...-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4.
... Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Version 12/17/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the LCD TV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: 1. Refer...-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4.
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VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Using ...the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 6. Version 12/17/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the Remote Control. Refer to use the Component 1 input for another component, or you do not...
VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Using ...the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 6. Version 12/17/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the Remote Control. Refer to use the Component 1 input for another component, or you do not...
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Turn on the power to www.antennaweb.org for DTV 1. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Refer to the program guides, or consult... HDTV. 2. Version 12/17/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com Digital broadcasts are High Definition (HD). VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Note: a) b) c) d) Not all digital TV broadcasts are not available in all areas. Select ...
Turn on the power to www.antennaweb.org for DTV 1. For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Refer to the program guides, or consult... HDTV. 2. Version 12/17/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com Digital broadcasts are High Definition (HD). VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Note: a) b) c) d) Not all digital TV broadcasts are not available in all areas. Select ...
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... on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 4. Version 12/17/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3. Select TV using the INPUT button on the rear of your antenna or cable to the LCD HDTV..." connector on the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. 2.3.3 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A 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 LCD HDTV...
... on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR. 4. Version 12/17/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3. Select TV using the INPUT button on the rear of your antenna or cable to the LCD HDTV..." connector on the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. 2.3.3 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A 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 LCD HDTV...
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... want to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 5. Version 12/17/2007 24 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 7. Turn on your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio... Component output on your DVD Player (Better): 1. Note: a) b) If you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by the purple area. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the...
... want to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 5. Version 12/17/2007 24 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 7. Turn on your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio... Component output on your DVD Player (Better): 1. Note: a) b) If you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by the purple area. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the...
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VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. Then press the MENU button on the ...from the LCD HDTV will now be connected directly to select the Audio menu. 6. Version 12/17/2007 28 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the power to...rear of the LCD HDTV. Press the on the remote control to select OFF so that the sound from the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA input. Press the on the remote control to external speakers. The audio output is active when receiving digital ...
VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. Then press the MENU button on the ...from the LCD HDTV will now be connected directly to select the Audio menu. 6. Version 12/17/2007 28 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the power to...rear of the LCD HDTV. Press the on the remote control to select OFF so that the sound from the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA input. Press the on the remote control to external speakers. The audio output is active when receiving digital ...