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...period. dba V, Inc. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call us at techsupport@vizio.com. Thank you will experience many years of enjoyment from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the ...any adjustments, and retain them for your new VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A High Definition LCD Television purchase. We hope you for future reference. Write down the serial number located on the back of VIZIO, Inc. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your support.
...period. dba V, Inc. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call us at techsupport@vizio.com. Thank you will experience many years of enjoyment from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the ...any adjustments, and retain them for your new VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A High Definition LCD Television purchase. We hope you for future reference. Write down the serial number located on the back of VIZIO, Inc. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your support.
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... of the accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that you take sensible lifting precautions when you unpack and install the HDTV. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A and accessories are included. Now you have opened the carton check that the VW42L FHDTV10A is not covered under...
... of the accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that you take sensible lifting precautions when you unpack and install the HDTV. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A and accessories are included. Now you have opened the carton check that the VW42L FHDTV10A is not covered under...
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...Wall Mount, a Safety Strap has been included to attach the HDTV to the wall to mount your TV on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. any 90˚ clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce ...toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. Please contact VIZIO for more information on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for additional information. The power consumption of the TV is not mounted on the back of the upper wall ...
...Wall Mount, a Safety Strap has been included to attach the HDTV to the wall to mount your TV on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. any 90˚ clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce ...toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. Please contact VIZIO for more information on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for additional information. The power consumption of the TV is not mounted on the back of the upper wall ...
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... of the mounting holes is metric M8, 1.25mm pitch. The length of the TV. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A can either be removed. 4. If you choose to the TV. 3. Now, the VW42L FHDTV10A can fit securely to accommodate your VW42L FHDTV10A. ... of the back panel of the screws will depend on the wall, please follow the instructions below for the VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Place the VW42L FHDTV10A face down on a soft and...
... of the mounting holes is metric M8, 1.25mm pitch. The length of the TV. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A can either be removed. 4. If you choose to the TV. 3. Now, the VW42L FHDTV10A can fit securely to accommodate your VW42L FHDTV10A. ... of the back panel of the screws will depend on the wall, please follow the instructions below for the VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Place the VW42L FHDTV10A face down on a soft and...
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... Controls ...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 Left Side Connections ...11 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...12 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...13 1.5.4 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote...13 Chapter ... 28 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...28 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...33 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...34 3.4 Program Information...35 3.5 Information on HDTV Status ...35 Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 36 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ...36 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment......
... Controls ...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 Left Side Connections ...11 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...12 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...13 1.5.4 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote...13 Chapter ... 28 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...28 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...33 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...34 3.4 Program Information...35 3.5 Information on HDTV Status ...35 Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 36 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ...36 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment......
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... green color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 10. Connect a source for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 6. The yellow band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 8. Connect the audio from the LCD HDTV to connect the external audio from a computer...
... green color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 10. Connect a source for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 6. The yellow band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 8. Connect the audio from the LCD HDTV to connect the external audio from a computer...
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... the Batteries: Only use a cable or satellite remote to work , 10178 or 01377. Precautionary Tips for example), use code 627. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at the remote control sensor to transmit the commands. When not using the remote control... (+) and (-) symbols on how to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. If your LCD HDTV. Do not attempt to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it with a volatile solvent. ...
... the Batteries: Only use a cable or satellite remote to work , 10178 or 01377. Precautionary Tips for example), use code 627. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at the remote control sensor to transmit the commands. When not using the remote control... (+) and (-) symbols on how to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. If your LCD HDTV. Do not attempt to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it with a volatile solvent. ...
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The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the superior picture provided by progressive scan DVD players and HDTV formats. When used for digital displays. This video input has separate red, green and ... color' effects where closely spaced black and white lines are erroneously displayed in color. Best (digital Good (analog) Black DTV Coaxial RF. TV Coaxial RF. Best (analog) Blue RGB PC (VGA) - The video signal is the most commonly used video connection. Good (analog) Left ...
The VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the superior picture provided by progressive scan DVD players and HDTV formats. When used for digital displays. This video input has separate red, green and ... color' effects where closely spaced black and white lines are erroneously displayed in color. Best (digital Good (analog) Black DTV Coaxial RF. TV Coaxial RF. Best (analog) Blue RGB PC (VGA) - The video signal is the most commonly used video connection. Good (analog) Left ...
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...RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Turn off the power to the HDTV. 4. Turn on the rear of your VCR to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). 2.2.2 Using the Antenna or Cable through your ...Out" connector on the power to the HDTV. 2. Turn on the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Refer to the HDTV and VCR. 4. Note: a) b) c) d) Not all areas. Version 2/29/2008 15 www.VIZIO.com Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or...
...RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Turn off the power to the HDTV. 4. Turn on the rear of your VCR to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623). 2.2.2 Using the Antenna or Cable through your ...Out" connector on the power to the HDTV. 2. Turn on the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Refer to the HDTV and VCR. 4. Note: a) b) c) d) Not all areas. Version 2/29/2008 15 www.VIZIO.com Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or...
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... input on the remote or side of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear... of the LCD HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Select HDMI 1 ...
... input on the remote or side of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear... of the LCD HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Select HDMI 1 ...
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... of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. ... Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on the Remote Control. Version 2/29/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), ...
... of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. ... Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on the Remote Control. Version 2/29/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), ...
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...the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. Version 2/29/2008 18 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the ...-Top Box. 2. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - ...
...the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. Version 2/29/2008 18 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the ...-Top Box. 2. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - ...
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...at . Please contact your Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the power to verify what channel the TV must be at the rear of the HDTV. 4. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video... 1. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on your TV must be at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Using a Coax...
...at . Please contact your Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the power to verify what channel the TV must be at the rear of the HDTV. 4. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video... 1. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on your TV must be at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Using a Coax...
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... or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. Version 2/29/2008 20 www.VIZIO.com Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the HDTV and DVD player. 4. Turn on the power to 10 meters. Connecting your DVD player and ...select either HDMI 2 or HDMI3 and follow Steps 1 through 4. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Based on the Remote Control. 5. HDMI, Component, AV (S-Video or Composite) inputs. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (...
... or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. Version 2/29/2008 20 www.VIZIO.com Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the HDTV and DVD player. 4. Turn on the power to 10 meters. Connecting your DVD player and ...select either HDMI 2 or HDMI3 and follow Steps 1 through 4. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Based on the Remote Control. 5. HDMI, Component, AV (S-Video or Composite) inputs. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (...
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... of the DVD player and connect the other end to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. For DVD Players with the DVI output of the HDTV. 4. Turn off the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio connectors by ... on the power to your DVD player. 5. Turn on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the product. Note: Refer to the HDTV and your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the...
... of the DVD player and connect the other end to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 1. For DVD Players with the DVI output of the HDTV. 4. Turn off the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio connectors by ... on the power to your DVD player. 5. Turn on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the product. Note: Refer to the HDTV and your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the...
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... associated with the Component output on your DVD player to have the DVD player playing through 6; VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to... group (green color area - Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your TV. If Component 1 is already being used or you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. please make the cable connections and follow Steps 1 through your DVD player and...
... associated with the Component output on your DVD player to have the DVD player playing through 6; VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to... group (green color area - Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your TV. If Component 1 is already being used or you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. please make the cable connections and follow Steps 1 through your DVD player and...
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...AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the TV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the left hand side of the TV. 4. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select AV2 using the INPUT button on...) connector in the AV2/S-Video on the Remote Control. 6. Turn on your DVD player to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Turn off the power to the S-Video jack in the AV1 (yellow color area). 3. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5.3 Using S-Video (AV) Connecting your DVD player user manual for more information...
...AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the TV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the left hand side of the TV. 4. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Select AV2 using the INPUT button on...) connector in the AV2/S-Video on the Remote Control. 6. Turn on your DVD player to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Turn off the power to the S-Video jack in the AV1 (yellow color area). 3. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.5.3 Using S-Video (AV) Connecting your DVD player user manual for more information...
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...24 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the power to the audio connectors associated with the S-Video output on your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the TV, or ...of the product. Select AV2 using the INPUT button on the left hand side of the TV. 4. Turn off the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. Connect the S-Video jack on rear of your VCR or... Video Camera to your VCR or Video Camera and connect the other end to the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 5. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) cable to the ...
...24 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the power to the audio connectors associated with the S-Video output on your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the TV, or ...of the product. Select AV2 using the INPUT button on the left hand side of the TV. 4. Turn off the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. Connect the S-Video jack on rear of your VCR or... Video Camera to your VCR or Video Camera and connect the other end to the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 5. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) cable to the ...
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...HD Programs If your Receiver/Amp system. Press the on the power to the optical DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. This optical audio connection is not amplified and cannot be routed through your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can ...connect it to the LCD HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 4. Version 2/29/2008 25 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the remote control to select OFF so that the sound from the LCD HDTV will now be connected directly to the...
...HD Programs If your Receiver/Amp system. Press the on the power to the optical DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. This optical audio connection is not amplified and cannot be routed through your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can ...connect it to the LCD HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 4. Version 2/29/2008 25 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the remote control to select OFF so that the sound from the LCD HDTV will now be connected directly to the...
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...VESA Reduce Blanking timing. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB PC Audio input (blue area) at one end of the HDTV. 3. Turn on your pc computer and the other end to fit into the computer's input jack. 4. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini ... PC input (blue area) at an electronics store. Select RGB using the parameters and values given to the HDTV and PC Computer. 2. Version 2/29/2008 26 www.VIZIO.com This connection must have a 1/8" stereo mini plug at the rear of the HDTV. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.8 Connecting a PC Computer 1.
...VESA Reduce Blanking timing. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB PC Audio input (blue area) at one end of the HDTV. 3. Turn on your pc computer and the other end to fit into the computer's input jack. 4. A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini ... PC input (blue area) at an electronics store. Select RGB using the parameters and values given to the HDTV and PC Computer. 2. Version 2/29/2008 26 www.VIZIO.com This connection must have a 1/8" stereo mini plug at the rear of the HDTV. VIZIO VW42L FHDTV10A User Manual 2.8 Connecting a PC Computer 1.