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... from your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers onsite extended warranty service plans. Thank you for your support. Write down the serial number located on your VU42L FHDTV10A. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your... registration card and mail it in. For maximum benefit of your new VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A LCD Television purchase. We hope you register your VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A either at www.vizio.com...
... from your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO offers onsite extended warranty service plans. Thank you for your support. Write down the serial number located on your VU42L FHDTV10A. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your... registration card and mail it in. For maximum benefit of your new VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A LCD Television purchase. We hope you register your VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A either at www.vizio.com...
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...Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 12/17/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com Overloading can be observed for cleaning the VU42L FHDTV10A. If any abnormality occurs. Continued use in this case may form on the housing. o The Display is dropped or damaged...Operating the product in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push any heat source, i.e. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to...
...Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 12/17/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com Overloading can be observed for cleaning the VU42L FHDTV10A. If any abnormality occurs. Continued use in this case may form on the housing. o The Display is dropped or damaged...Operating the product in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push any heat source, i.e. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to...
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...the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits. Version 12/17/2007 3 www.VIZIO.com Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting...an antenna discharge unit, size of the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to earth 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 TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits. Version 12/17/2007 3 www.VIZIO.com Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting...an antenna discharge unit, size of the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to earth 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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... good condition and that you have at least 2 people to protect it from transportation damage. 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 (Double...
... good condition and that you have at least 2 people to protect it from transportation damage. 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 (Double...
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...read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. If you would like to one of the HDTV, using a washer under the nut. 2. 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 inquire...
...read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. If you would like to one of the HDTV, using a washer under the nut. 2. 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 inquire...
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... stand base. 5. The pitch of your VU42L FHDTV10A. 2. Place the VU42L FHDTV10A face down on the wall for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.vizio.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888...
... stand base. 5. The pitch of your VU42L FHDTV10A. 2. Place the VU42L FHDTV10A face down on the wall for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.vizio.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888...
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VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 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 ...Volume ...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
VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 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 ...Volume ...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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... 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 ... 5.4 Compliance ...64 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...64 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 65 6.1 Specifications ...65 6.2 Glossary - 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 ...
... 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 ... 5.4 Compliance ...64 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...64 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 65 6.1 Specifications ...65 6.2 Glossary - 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 ...
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... If a sub-menu is active, these buttons function as up or down controls in the OSD menus. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power 'VIZIO' light - Input (Enter) - Menu - This is not active, pressing this buttons steps through which ...Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to the VU42L FHDTV10A off . This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). Version 12/17/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Switch the...
... If a sub-menu is active, these buttons function as up or down controls in the OSD menus. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Bezel Power 'VIZIO' light - Input (Enter) - Menu - This is not active, pressing this buttons steps through which ...Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to the VU42L FHDTV10A off . This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). Version 12/17/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Switch the...
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... source for factory service only. SERVICE - HDMI 1 - The white color band on the rear of the TV. 1.3 Left Side Connections VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. This custom communication port is placed on the left hand side edge of the TV indicates this all digital connector. The white...a DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the TV indicates this all digital connector. Connect the secondary source for purchase from www.vizio.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). AV1 IN - The SVideo, if connected, will take priority over AV1 RCA connector. ...
... source for factory service only. SERVICE - HDMI 1 - The white color band on the rear of the TV. 1.3 Left Side Connections VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. This custom communication port is placed on the left hand side edge of the TV indicates this all digital connector. The white...a DVI-HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the TV indicates this all digital connector. Connect the secondary source for purchase from www.vizio.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). AV1 IN - The SVideo, if connected, will take priority over AV1 RCA connector. ...
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..., not from the same source. COMPONENT 1 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - The white color band on this connection. 11. Right Portion 5 6 VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 9 10 7 8 12 5. Connect the secondary source for component video devices such as a DVD Player or set top box here. Connect the secondary... the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 6. Connect to your area visit www.antennaweb.org Version 12/17/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com The blue color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 8. From left audio and red for composite video devices...
..., not from the same source. COMPONENT 1 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) - The white color band on this connection. 11. Right Portion 5 6 VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 9 10 7 8 12 5. Connect the secondary source for component video devices such as a DVD Player or set top box here. Connect the secondary... the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 6. Connect to your area visit www.antennaweb.org Version 12/17/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com The blue color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 8. From left audio and red for composite video devices...
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...Display (OSD). If the remote 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 not working with your chosen option in the DTV mode. SET - Remote LED - Blinks when the...the functions back to four different components. This button selects a programmed DVD player. Use these buttons to operate the VU42L FHDTV10A. LAST - This button turns the sound on the following pages. Use this button for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. INFO -...
...Display (OSD). If the remote 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 not working with your chosen option in the DTV mode. SET - Remote LED - Blinks when the...the functions back to four different components. This button selects a programmed DVD player. Use these buttons to operate the VU42L FHDTV10A. LAST - This button turns the sound on the following pages. Use this button for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. INFO -...
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...button will set the default Closed Caption setting for all channels see Section 4.6.3, Closed Caption for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A. COMPONENT/Forward - Version 12/17/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com Additionally, this button functions as a DVD Next Chapter when the component is activated with the remote... Previous Chapter when the DVD player is activated with the remote control. For TV the options are Wide, Zoom, Panoramic and Normal. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual WIDE/Record - Additionally, this button with switch between HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 inputs. Note: To set the Closed Caption...
...button will set the default Closed Caption setting for all channels see Section 4.6.3, Closed Caption for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A. COMPONENT/Forward - Version 12/17/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com Additionally, this button functions as a DVD Next Chapter when the component is activated with the remote... Previous Chapter when the DVD player is activated with the remote control. For TV the options are Wide, Zoom, Panoramic and Normal. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual WIDE/Record - Additionally, this button with switch between HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 inputs. Note: To set the Closed Caption...
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... the PIP screen when DTV/TV is the PIP input selected. FREEZE - Use this button again the continue playing. Version 12/17/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com and +) - Use this button to activate the Picture-In-Picture mode. PIP SIZE - Use these buttons to change the picture mode from the main... POP mode. For additional information regarding the PIP/POP options, see section 4.18.1 - Press this button to increase or decrease the size of the picture. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual ZOOM (-
... the PIP screen when DTV/TV is the PIP input selected. FREEZE - Use this button again the continue playing. Version 12/17/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com and +) - Use this button to activate the Picture-In-Picture mode. PIP SIZE - Use these buttons to change the picture mode from the main... POP mode. For additional information regarding the PIP/POP options, see section 4.18.1 - Press this button to increase or decrease the size of the picture. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual ZOOM (-
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...between the remote control and the receiver window. When not using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. Do not mix ...new and old batteries. If the TV responds erratically 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. 1.5.2 Remote Control Range Point the remote control...
...between the remote control and the receiver window. When not using the remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. Do not mix ...new and old batteries. If the TV responds erratically 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. 1.5.2 Remote Control Range Point the remote control...
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VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VU42L FULLHDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the High Definition content...This is the most commonly used for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to the Quick Start Guide Version 12/17/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com The complete video signal is the connection for PC input. Connection Quality (type) Connector Rear Panel Color Codes Description Best (digital) Best...
VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VU42L FULLHDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the High Definition content...This is the most commonly used for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to the Quick Start Guide Version 12/17/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com The complete video signal is the connection for PC input. Connection Quality (type) Connector Rear Panel Color Codes Description Best (digital) Best...
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Connecting your cable or satellite operator. The HDMI input on the Remote Control. Refer to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A 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. Note: To maintain the...Box. Turn on the remote or side of 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 HDMI 2 connection. Select HDMI using the HDMI 1 input for more ...
Connecting your cable or satellite operator. The HDMI input on the Remote Control. Refer to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A 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. Note: To maintain the...Box. Turn on the remote or side of 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 HDMI 2 connection. Select HDMI using the HDMI 1 input for more ...
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... digital display for a greater selection of PC formats. Refer to your cable or satellite operator. Use the RGB PC input for added security and protection. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. Using an audio cable (white... consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Version 12/17/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the...
... digital display for a greater selection of PC formats. Refer to your cable or satellite operator. Use the RGB PC input for added security and protection. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. Using an audio cable (white... consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Version 12/17/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the...
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... HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green ...Box to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 12/17/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on your...
... HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green ...Box to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 12/17/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on your...
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...4. Refer to the LCD HDTV. 2. Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are High Definition (HD). 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 DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector... at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). Version 12/17/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your ...
...4. Refer to the LCD HDTV. 2. Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are High Definition (HD). 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 DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector... at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). Version 12/17/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your ...