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... down the serial number located on your new VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A LCD Television purchase. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your VU42L FHDTV10A. Thank you for your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.vizio.com or call toll free at our website www....vizio.com or fill in your registration card and mail it in. L Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of your investment beyond the...
... down the serial number located on your new VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A LCD Television purchase. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your VU42L FHDTV10A. Thank you for your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.vizio.com or call toll free at our website www....vizio.com or fill in your registration card and mail it in. L Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of your investment beyond the...
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... 90˚ clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage. Please contact VIZIO for more information on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for additional information. Fix the other end of the Safety Strap to one with... a Wall Mount, a Safety Strap has been included to attach the HDTV to the wall to avoid tipping. The TV should be defeated. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User...
... 90˚ clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage. Please contact VIZIO for more information on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for additional information. Fix the other end of the Safety Strap to one with... a Wall Mount, a Safety Strap has been included to attach the HDTV to the wall to avoid tipping. The TV should be defeated. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User...
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...Please make sure to read the instructions of your VU42L FHDTV10A. 2. 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 (888-849-4623). Remove the eight (8) screws holding the base to the... type required is 600mm horizontally and 200mm vertically. Version 12/17/2007 6 www.VIZIO.com To remove the stand base 1. 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...
...Please make sure to read the instructions of your VU42L FHDTV10A. 2. 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 (888-849-4623). Remove the eight (8) screws holding the base to the... type required is 600mm horizontally and 200mm vertically. Version 12/17/2007 6 www.VIZIO.com To remove the stand base 1. 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...
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... 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 ... ...29 2.7.1 Preset PC 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 36 4.1 Using ...
... 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 ... ...29 2.7.1 Preset PC 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 36 4.1 Using ...
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..., the digital audio associated with digital programming will be connected directly to your area visit www.antennaweb.org Version 12/17/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com The black color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 6. Connect the primary source for connection to here. COMPONENT...DVD Player or set top box here. OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT - The green color band on the rear of -the-wall, not from the LCD HDTV to connect the external audio from a computer here. Connect the secondary source for component video devices such as a VCR or video game....
..., the digital audio associated with digital programming will be connected directly to your area visit www.antennaweb.org Version 12/17/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com The black color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 6. Connect the primary source for connection to here. COMPONENT...DVD Player or set top box here. OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT - The green color band on the rear of -the-wall, not from the LCD HDTV to connect the external audio from a computer here. Connect the secondary source for component video devices such as a VCR or video game....
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.... HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of the LCD HDTV. 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. If... HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Connecting your Cable or ...
.... HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of the LCD HDTV. 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. If... HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. See www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Connecting your Cable or ...
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...for added security and protection. Refer to your cable or satellite operator. Version 12/17/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect...), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end ... only support 640x480 at 60Hz from a PC. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input (white area...
...for added security and protection. Refer to your cable or satellite operator. Version 12/17/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect...), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn on your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end ... only support 640x480 at 60Hz from a PC. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual For Cable or Satellite Boxes with the HDMI input (white area...
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...(green color area - Connect the Y (green color) connector on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 6. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on your cable or satellite operator. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other... end to you can connect the Set-Top Box to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off ...
...(green color area - Connect the Y (green color) connector on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 6. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on your cable or satellite operator. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other... end to you can connect the Set-Top Box to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off ...
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Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. 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. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Note: a) b) c)...connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Refer to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. ...
Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 2. 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. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Note: a) b) c)...connector from your cable, satellite or TV station operator. Refer to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.3.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. ...
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... coaxial (RF) connector from your VCR. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of your antenna... using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the rear of the LCD HDTV 3. Version 12/17/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 4. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV...
... coaxial (RF) connector from your VCR. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of your antenna... using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the rear of the LCD HDTV 3. Version 12/17/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV. 4. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV...
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...) inputs. Turn off the power to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Select HDMI using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the HDMI 2 connection. Note: a) b) If you are already using the... by pressing the HDMI button on the remote or side of your DVD player and the other end to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Version 12/17/2007 22 www.VIZIO.com Based on the power to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of...
...) inputs. Turn off the power to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Select HDMI using the HDMI 1 input for another component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the HDMI 2 connection. Note: a) b) If you are already using the... by pressing the HDMI button on the remote or side of your DVD player and the other end to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Version 12/17/2007 22 www.VIZIO.com Based on the power to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of...
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... 5. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on the Remote... Control. Note: Refer to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. Version 12/17/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your DVD player and...
... 5. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on the Remote... Control. Note: Refer to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. Version 12/17/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your DVD player and...
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... cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product... Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 12/17/2007 24 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your DVD player to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or...
... cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product... Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 12/17/2007 24 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your DVD player to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 2. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or...
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... and DVD player. 2. Version 12/17/2007 25 www.VIZIO.com Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of 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 Remote Control. Note: Refer to your .... 4. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 5. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.3 Using S-Video (AV2) Connecting your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the S-Video output ...
... and DVD player. 2. Version 12/17/2007 25 www.VIZIO.com Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of 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 Remote Control. Note: Refer to your .... 4. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 5. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.3 Using S-Video (AV2) Connecting your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the S-Video output ...
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... DVD player to your DVD player user manual for another component, you are not using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV2 input (orange color...
... DVD player to your DVD player user manual for another component, you are not using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV. 3. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV2 input (orange color...
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...Video Camera. 5. Version 12/17/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your VCR or Video Camera and connect the other end to your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group at the left hand side panel of the LCD HDTV. 4. Select AV1 using the INPUT button... (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the S-Video output on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Note: Refer to the audio connectors associated with the AV1 input ...
...Video Camera. 5. Version 12/17/2007 27 www.VIZIO.com Turn on your VCR or Video Camera and connect the other end to your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group at the left hand side panel of the LCD HDTV. 4. Select AV1 using the INPUT button... (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the S-Video output on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Note: Refer to the audio connectors associated with the AV1 input ...
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...to the optical DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (black area) at the rear of Audio received with the programs from the LCD HDTV will now be connected directly to select the Audio menu. 6. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. on the remote control to external speakers. The audio... the other end to select OFF so that the sound from the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA input. Optical Output of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 4. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input ...
...to the optical DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (black area) at the rear of Audio received with the programs from the LCD HDTV will now be connected directly to select the Audio menu. 6. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.6 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. on the remote control to external speakers. The audio... the other end to select OFF so that the sound from the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA input. Optical Output of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 4. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input ...
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...pc computer to set your pc computer user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. Version 12/17/2007 29 www.VIZIO.com Please refer to the pc or graphic card's user guide for additional information on your pc computer ... the power to the RGB PC input (purple area) at the rear of the product. Refer to your pc computer timing mode to the LCD HDTV and PC Computer. 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.7 Connecting a PC Computer 1. Turn off the power to VESA 1360x768 at an electronics store.
...pc computer to set your pc computer user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. Version 12/17/2007 29 www.VIZIO.com Please refer to the pc or graphic card's user guide for additional information on your pc computer ... the power to the RGB PC input (purple area) at the rear of the product. Refer to your pc computer timing mode to the LCD HDTV and PC Computer. 2. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.7 Connecting a PC Computer 1. Turn off the power to VESA 1360x768 at an electronics store.
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...Connect Audio and Video Cables to Watch Television For 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting', see page 6. 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up 1. a. Press the OK button on the remote control. 4. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to the LCD HDTV (see pages 16 ~ 29 for detailed steps) 3. Connecting... the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the LCD HDTV, or press the Power ...
...Connect Audio and Video Cables to Watch Television For 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting', see page 6. 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up 1. a. Press the OK button on the remote control. 4. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to the LCD HDTV (see pages 16 ~ 29 for detailed steps) 3. Connecting... the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the LCD HDTV, or press the Power ...
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...outlet or surge protector. 1. button on page 56 Press the WIDE Version 12/17/2007 34 www.VIZIO.com Fore more information see a picture. If you are watching broadcasts through the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA ...the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the LCD HDTV. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 3.2 Watching a TV Program Before you start watching TV, please make sure ...that all of the LCD HDTV connections are secure and you have selected the correct video input source...
...outlet or surge protector. 1. button on page 56 Press the WIDE Version 12/17/2007 34 www.VIZIO.com Fore more information see a picture. If you are watching broadcasts through the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA ...the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the LCD HDTV. VIZIO VU42L FHDTV10A User Manual 3.2 Watching a TV Program Before you start watching TV, please make sure ...that all of the LCD HDTV connections are secure and you have selected the correct video input source...