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...the power cable. Temperature: 40˚F ~ 95˚F, Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 12/17/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com Do not use of the product. Do not install the product close to smoke or moisture may cause fire or electric shock. • Follow... type of electric shock, and other than the specified one may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your outlet does not accommodate the three-wire plug...
...the power cable. Temperature: 40˚F ~ 95˚F, Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing, Altitude: 0 ~ 6500ft (0 ~ 2000m) Version 12/17/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com Do not use of the product. Do not install the product close to smoke or moisture may cause fire or electric shock. • Follow... type of electric shock, and other than the specified one may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your outlet does not accommodate the three-wire plug...
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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 VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A and it accompanying accessories are included. The glass surface can easily be... the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. 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...
IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control Warranty Card Version 12/17/2007 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A and it accompanying accessories are included. The glass surface can easily be... the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. 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...
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... 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 Equipment 16 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I......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
... 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 Equipment 16 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I......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 ...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 ...
... (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 ...
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... menu function to step up and down the TV channels. Volume ◄/► - Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to the previous menu level. Version 12/17/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com Press the button again to the beginning. Menu - The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once.
... menu function to step up and down the TV channels. Volume ◄/► - Repeated pressing of the remote control signals pass to the previous menu level. Version 12/17/2007 9 www.VIZIO.com Press the button again to the beginning. Menu - The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once.
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... devices (see TV, VCR, CABLE, DVD buttons at the top of the Remote Control. VOL (+ or -) - This button displays program information. These buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD). The remote button functions are explained on and off. SET - Press it again to return ... displays the image and system information display. This button exits the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. - 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. This button selects a programmed DVD player. ...
... devices (see TV, VCR, CABLE, DVD buttons at the top of the Remote Control. VOL (+ or -) - This button displays program information. These buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD). The remote button functions are explained on and off. SET - Press it again to return ... displays the image and system information display. This button exits the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. - 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. This button selects a programmed DVD player. ...
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... will select the MTS options of this button plays the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Version 12/17/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com The options are On and Off. SLEEP/Pause - Additionally, this button will take the TV set the Closed Caption... Use this button pauses the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Note: To set the default Closed Caption setting for all channels see Section 4.6.3, Closed Caption for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A. TV/Previous Chapter - AV/Reverse - Repeated pressing of this button rewinds the CD...
... will select the MTS options of this button plays the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Version 12/17/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com The options are On and Off. SLEEP/Pause - Additionally, this button will take the TV set the Closed Caption... Use this button pauses the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Note: To set the default Closed Caption setting for all channels see Section 4.6.3, Closed Caption for the VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A. TV/Previous Chapter - AV/Reverse - Repeated pressing of this button rewinds the CD...
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...apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. Do not subject the remote control to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. Version 12/17/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com Make sure that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. When not using...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 at the remote control sensor to the remote control or does respond at all, check the batteries. Wipe it . Keep...
...apart, heat them, or throw them with a clean, damp cloth. Do not subject the remote control to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. Version 12/17/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com Make sure that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. When not using...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 at the remote control sensor to the remote control or does respond at all, check the batteries. Wipe it . Keep...
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...Top Box. If you are already using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Version 12/17/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for the Set-... 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. Refer to the HDMI...HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to your Cable or Satellite Box (Best) 1. 2. 3. 4. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 2.2.1 Using HDMI Cable and Satellite Boxes that is...
...Top Box. If you are already using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Version 12/17/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for the Set-... 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. Refer to the HDMI...HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to your Cable or Satellite Box (Best) 1. 2. 3. 4. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box 2.2.1 Using HDMI Cable and Satellite Boxes that is...
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Turn off the power to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: 1. Turn on the Remote Control. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Version 12/17/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on your...
Turn off the power to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: 1. Turn on the Remote Control. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Version 12/17/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the DVI output on your...
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...rear of connectors nearest to you can connect the Set-Top Box to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control. row of connectors nearest to you do not want to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the...from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by the purple area. Version 12/17/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com 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...
...rear of connectors nearest to you can connect the Set-Top Box to the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control. row of connectors nearest to you do not want to use the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the...from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV, or directly by the purple area. Version 12/17/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com 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...
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... your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn on the Remote Control. Digital broadcasts 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...
... your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn on the Remote Control. Digital broadcasts 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...
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... directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Turn on the Remote Control. 2.3.3 Using the Antenna or Cable through your antenna or cable to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3. Version 12/17/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV...
... directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Turn on the Remote Control. 2.3.3 Using the Antenna or Cable through your antenna or cable to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3. Version 12/17/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV...
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... side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your DVD player user manual for details. Based on the Remote Control. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your VU42L FHDTV10A - Select HDMI using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you can connect the ... your DVD player to your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI...
... side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your DVD player user manual for details. Based on the Remote Control. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your VU42L FHDTV10A - Select HDMI using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you can connect the ... your DVD player to your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the HDMI...
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... on the power to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player and the HDMI end to your DVD player. 5. Version 12/17/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. For DVD Players with the HDMI... and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. Turn off the power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.
... on the power to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player and the HDMI end to your DVD player. 5. Version 12/17/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. For DVD Players with the HDMI... and connect the other end to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. Turn off the power to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1.
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... LCD HDTV. 3. Version 12/17/2007 24 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to you are already using the INPUT button on the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 7. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the Remote Control. Note: a) b) If you when viewing from the... rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 5. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Pb...
... LCD HDTV. 3. Version 12/17/2007 24 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to you are already using the INPUT button on the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 7. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the Remote Control. Note: a) b) If you when viewing from the... rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 5. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Pb...
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...LCD HDTV. 3. Note: Refer to the audio connectors associated with the AV1 input on the Remote Control. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 5. Version 12/17/2007 25 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output... connectors associated with the S-Video output on your DVD player and connect the other end to your DVD Player (Good): 1. 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. 3. Note: Refer to the audio connectors associated with the AV1 input on the Remote Control. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 5. Version 12/17/2007 25 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output... connectors associated with the S-Video output on your DVD player and connect the other end to your DVD Player (Good): 1. 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 ...
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...of the LCD HDTV. 3. Note: a) b) If you are not using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the side of the ...for another component, or you do not want to the AV1 connections on the Remote Control. Version 12/17/2007 26 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the Video (yellow color) connector in the ...AV2 input (orange color area) row of connectors at the rear of the product. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player to the LCD HDTV and DVD ...
...of the LCD HDTV. 3. Note: a) b) If you are not using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the side of the ...for another component, or you do not want to the AV1 connections on the Remote Control. Version 12/17/2007 26 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the Video (yellow color) connector in the ...AV2 input (orange color area) row of connectors at the rear of the product. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player to the LCD HDTV and DVD ...
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... side of the LCD HDTV. 4. Version 12/17/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control. Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera to the audio connectors associated with the AV1 input at the left hand side panel of the ... AV button on the rear of your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 3. 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. Turn on...
... side of the LCD HDTV. 4. Version 12/17/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control. Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera to the audio connectors associated with the AV1 input at the left hand side panel of the ... AV button on the rear of your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 3. 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. Turn on...
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.... This is not amplified and cannot be routed through your Receiver/Amp system. Version 12/17/2007 28 www.VIZIO.com Then press the MENU button on the remote control to the LCD HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable... Receiver/Amp and connect the other end to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. 5. on the remote control to select 7. Press the on the remote control to select OFF so that the sound from the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA input. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1.
.... This is not amplified and cannot be routed through your Receiver/Amp system. Version 12/17/2007 28 www.VIZIO.com Then press the MENU button on the remote control to the LCD HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable... Receiver/Amp and connect the other end to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. 5. on the remote control to select 7. Press the on the remote control to select OFF so that the sound from the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA input. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1.