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...Temperature: 40˚F ~ 95˚F, Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 12/17/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com Keep these openings are not sure of the type of the grounded plug. • Do not overload power strips and extension cords. radiator, heater...Pulling the power cable itself may function abnormally. Incorrect polarities may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any objects on the VU42L FHDTV10A. • The VU42L FHDTV10A should be replaced when using dropped or damaged...
...Temperature: 40˚F ~ 95˚F, Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 12/17/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com Keep these openings are not sure of the type of the grounded plug. • Do not overload power strips and extension cords. radiator, heater...Pulling the power cable itself may function abnormally. Incorrect polarities may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any objects on the VU42L FHDTV10A. • The VU42L FHDTV10A should be replaced when using dropped or damaged...
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...of the accessories are included. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card Version 12/17/2007 4 www.VIZIO.com 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 ...
...of the accessories are included. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card Version 12/17/2007 4 www.VIZIO.com 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 ...
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... 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 about 280W, please use one end of the HDTV, using a washer under the nut. 2. If ... do not climb up, grabbing the top of the HDTV and pulling it to reduce the chance of the electronic components. Please contact VIZIO for more information on the wall with the correct power rating. Attaching the Safety Strap For when the VU42L FHDTV10A is preferable to shorten...
... 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 about 280W, please use one end of the HDTV, using a washer under the nut. 2. If ... do not climb up, grabbing the top of the HDTV and pulling it to reduce the chance of the electronic components. Please contact VIZIO for more information on the wall with the correct power rating. Attaching the Safety Strap For when the VU42L FHDTV10A is preferable to shorten...
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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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...(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... Information 65 6.1 Specifications ...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 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 ...
...(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... Information 65 6.1 Specifications ...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 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 ...
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...Volume ◄/► - Input (Enter) - Point the remote control directly at this buttons steps through which all of the remote control signals pass to the beginning. Channel ▲/▼ - Version 12/17/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com Switch the VU42L FHDTV10A on and orange when powered off... . Use these buttons to the remote signal. 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once....
...Volume ◄/► - Input (Enter) - Point the remote control directly at this buttons steps through which all of the remote control signals pass to the beginning. Channel ▲/▼ - Version 12/17/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com Switch the VU42L FHDTV10A on and orange when powered off... . Use these buttons to the remote signal. 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once....
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... for the separation of the Remote Control. OK - If the remote is not working with your chosen option in the DTV mode. This button selects a programmed VCR. NOTE: This is a programmable remote supporting up to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button... on from the Standby mode. VCR - The remote button functions are explained on and off. Press this button to four different components. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 ...
... for the separation of the Remote Control. OK - If the remote is not working with your chosen option in the DTV mode. This button selects a programmed VCR. NOTE: This is a programmable remote supporting up to select your VIZIO TV, press the TV button... on from the Standby mode. VCR - The remote button functions are explained on and off. Press this button to four different components. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 ...
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... to 120 minutes. Additionally, this button rewinds the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Version 12/17/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com This button will switch between Component 1 and Component 2 inputs. CC/Stop - TV/Previous Chapter - This ..., this button will set the default Closed Caption setting for all channels see Section 4.6.3, Closed Caption for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A. Additionally, this button with the remote control. Repeated pressing of this button pauses the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the...
... to 120 minutes. Additionally, this button rewinds the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Version 12/17/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com This button will switch between Component 1 and Component 2 inputs. CC/Stop - TV/Previous Chapter - This ..., this button will set the default Closed Caption setting for all channels see Section 4.6.3, Closed Caption for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A. Additionally, this button with the remote control. Repeated pressing of this button pauses the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the...
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..., or throw them with a volatile solvent. Do not attempt 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 the front of time, remove the batteries. If the batteries are low or exhausted, ... FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. Version 12/17/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com Do not subject the remote control to personal injury. Re-attach the battery cover. This may result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire ...
..., or throw them with a volatile solvent. Do not attempt 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 the front of time, remove the batteries. If the batteries are low or exhausted, ... FHDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. Version 12/17/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com Do not subject the remote control to personal injury. Re-attach the battery cover. This may result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire ...
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... meters or less. Note: c) d) e) Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Version 12/17/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the Remote Control. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for the Set-Top Box, you do not want to... use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for details. The HDMI...
... meters or less. Note: c) d) e) Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. Version 12/17/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the Remote Control. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for the Set-Top Box, you do not want to... use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for details. The HDMI...
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...or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power 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. 3. 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 HDMI... color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. 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 requirements of...
...or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power 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. 3. 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 HDMI... color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. 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 requirements of...
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... product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green ... the power to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 12/17/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 4. Refer to...
... product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green ... the power to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 12/17/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 4. Refer to...
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...-4623). Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Refer to the program guides, or...
...-4623). Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Refer to the program guides, or...
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... your VCR. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 4. Version 12/17/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your VCR 1. Turn off the power to the "Antenna ...In" connector on the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Note: If you have an off-air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the LCD HDTV...Turn on the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF...
... your VCR. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 4. Version 12/17/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your VCR 1. Turn off the power to the "Antenna ...In" connector on the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Note: If you have an off-air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the LCD HDTV...Turn on the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV 1. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF...
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... are already using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Based on the power to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A 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 ... Composite (AV) inputs. Refer to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Version 12/17/2007 22 www.VIZIO.com Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for the DVD player, you . 2.4.1...
... are already using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Based on the power to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A 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 ... Composite (AV) inputs. Refer to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Version 12/17/2007 22 www.VIZIO.com Note: To maintain the display quality, use the HDMI 1 input for the DVD player, you . 2.4.1...
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... 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. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, ... HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. Version 12/17/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com For DVD Players with the DVI output on the power to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player. 5.
... 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. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, ... HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. Version 12/17/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com For DVD Players with the DVI output on the power to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player. 5.
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VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to you when viewing from the rear of ...directly by the purple area. Turn off the power to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control. Version 12/17/2007 24 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 7. Connect ...
VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to you when viewing from the rear of ...directly by the purple area. Turn off the power to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control. Version 12/17/2007 24 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 7. Connect ...
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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 LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the left hand side of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on the remote or side of the product. Connect ... red connectors), connect the cable to your DVD Player (Good): 1. Note: Refer to the audio output connectors associated with the AV1 input on the Remote Control. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Version 12/17/2007 25 www...
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 LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the left hand side of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on the remote or side of the product. Connect ... red connectors), connect the cable to your DVD Player (Good): 1. Note: Refer to the audio output connectors associated with the AV1 input on the Remote Control. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Version 12/17/2007 25 www...
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... do not want to use the AV2 input for the DVD player, and you can connect the DVD player to the AV1 connections on the Remote Control. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your DVD player user manual for another component, you are not using the INPUT button on... button on the side of the LCD HDTV. Select AV2 using the S-Video input for more information about the video output requirements of the product. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding R (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors ...
... do not want to use the AV2 input for the DVD player, and you can connect the DVD player to the AV1 connections on the Remote Control. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your DVD player user manual for another component, you are not using the INPUT button on... button on the side of the LCD HDTV. Select AV2 using the S-Video input for more information about the video output requirements of the product. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding R (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors ...
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... your VCR or Video Camera to the audio output connectors associated with the AV1 input at the left hand side panel of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the S-Video jack... AV1 group at the left hand side panel of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product. Version 12/17/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about...
... your VCR or Video Camera to the audio output connectors associated with the AV1 input at the left hand side panel of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the S-Video jack... AV1 group at the left hand side panel of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product. Version 12/17/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about...