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... warranty period. Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of enjoyment from Dolby Laboratories. Version 6/19/2007 1 www.VIZIO.com We hope you register your VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A either at [email protected]. For peace of your new VIZIO VW42L High Definition Television. Visit...registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of Dolby Laboratories. For assistance, please call us at our website www.VIZIO.com or fill in your new VIZIO VW42L High Definition LCD Television purchase. ...
... warranty period. Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of enjoyment from Dolby Laboratories. Version 6/19/2007 1 www.VIZIO.com We hope you register your VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A either at [email protected]. For peace of your new VIZIO VW42L High Definition Television. Visit...registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of Dolby Laboratories. For assistance, please call us at our website www.VIZIO.com or fill in your new VIZIO VW42L High Definition LCD Television purchase. ...
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...Hold the power connector when removing the power cable. Incorrect polarities may function abnormally. Keep these openings are provided for moving the VW42L LCD HDTV from the type of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before operating the display. radiator, heater,...This plug will not be used for cleaning the product. If water penetrates into a grounded power outlet as a safety feature. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to ...
...Hold the power connector when removing the power cable. Incorrect polarities may function abnormally. Keep these openings are provided for moving the VW42L LCD HDTV from the type of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before operating the display. radiator, heater,...This plug will not be used for cleaning the product. If water penetrates into a grounded power outlet as a safety feature. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A 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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...size of the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to earth in the building installation. Version 6/19/2007 3 www.VIZIO.com Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is electrically grounded to provide some protection...unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be ...
...size of the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to earth in the building installation. Version 6/19/2007 3 www.VIZIO.com Power Lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is electrically grounded to provide some protection...unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A 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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... Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO product, visit our web site at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at least 2 people to protect it from transportation damage. Package Contents VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control Power Cord This User Manual...
... Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO product, visit our web site at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at least 2 people to protect it from transportation damage. Package Contents VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control Power Cord This User Manual...
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...the stand base. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VW42L. 2. Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; VIZIO offers professional installation services. If you choose to mount the VW42L on these services at www.VIZIO.com or call directly.... Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VW42L can either be installed on the wall, please see below for the VIZIO VW42L, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. The TV should be kept on the ...
...the stand base. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VW42L. 2. Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; VIZIO offers professional installation services. If you choose to mount the VW42L on these services at www.VIZIO.com or call directly.... Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VW42L can either be installed on the wall, please see below for the VIZIO VW42L, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. The TV should be kept on the ...
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VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 8 1.1 Front Panel...8 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...8 1.3 Left Side Connections ...8 1.4 Rear Panel Connections ...9 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...10 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 12 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...12 1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...12 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 13 2.1 Which Video... Tuner Setup...36 3.4.1 Tuner Mode ...36 3.4.2 Auto Search...36 3.4.3 Skip Channel ...36 3.4.4 Time Zone ...37 3.4.5 Daylight Saving...37 Version 6/19/2007 6 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 8 1.1 Front Panel...8 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...8 1.3 Left Side Connections ...8 1.4 Rear Panel Connections ...9 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...10 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 12 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...12 1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...12 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 13 2.1 Which Video... Tuner Setup...36 3.4.1 Tuner Mode ...36 3.4.2 Auto Search...36 3.4.3 Skip Channel ...36 3.4.4 Time Zone ...37 3.4.5 Daylight Saving...37 Version 6/19/2007 6 www.VIZIO.com
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Standard Definitions ...55 5.3 Index ...56 Version 6/19/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com Position ...46 3.14.8 V. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...37 3.5.1 Language...37 3.5.2 Sleep Timer ...37 3.5.3 Analog Closed Caption ...37 3.5.4 Digital Closed Caption ...37 3.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...38 3.5.6 ...
Standard Definitions ...55 5.3 Index ...56 Version 6/19/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com Position ...46 3.14.8 V. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...37 3.5.1 Language...37 3.5.2 Sleep Timer ...37 3.5.3 Analog Closed Caption ...37 3.5.4 Digital Closed Caption ...37 3.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...38 3.5.6 ...
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The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Switch the VW42L on and orange when powered off . This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). Use these buttons function as left and ... - This is active, this buttons steps through which all of this button confirms the menu function to the VW42L off . Input (Enter) - Remote Control Sensor - VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Connections Controls 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - Menu - Channel ▲/▼ - Volume ◄/► - Use these buttons function as a ...
The VIZIO name lights white when powered on by pressing the button once. Switch the VW42L on and orange when powered off . This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). Use these buttons function as left and ... - This is active, this buttons steps through which all of this button confirms the menu function to the VW42L off . Input (Enter) - Remote Control Sensor - VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Connections Controls 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - Menu - Channel ▲/▼ - Volume ◄/► - Use these buttons function as a ...
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...TV indicates this connection. 9. Speakers cannot be available on the rear of -the-wall, not from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 4. 1.4 Rear Panel Connections VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 3 7 11 1. Plug-in your home theatre ...system. HDMI 1 - Connect the primary source for Digital TV.* 10. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI cables are available for purchase from Cable Box...
...TV indicates this connection. 9. Speakers cannot be available on the rear of -the-wall, not from www.VIZIO.com or by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 4. 1.4 Rear Panel Connections VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 3 7 11 1. Plug-in your home theatre ...system. HDMI 1 - Connect the primary source for Digital TV.* 10. Your VIZIO Certified HDMI cables are available for purchase from Cable Box...
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... displays the image and system information display. NOTE: Your Remote Control may look like this button for DTV. Version 6/19/2007 10 www.VIZIO.com GUIDE - For example, channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. These buttons turn the TV on and... the user to the Standby mode. Blinks when the remote operates. POWER - VOL (+ or -) - Use this . INFO - EXIT - 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - Press this button to select your chosen option in On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. Use these buttons to turn the...
... displays the image and system information display. NOTE: Your Remote Control may look like this button for DTV. Version 6/19/2007 10 www.VIZIO.com GUIDE - For example, channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. These buttons turn the TV on and... the user to the Standby mode. Blinks when the remote operates. POWER - VOL (+ or -) - Use this . INFO - EXIT - 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - Press this button to select your chosen option in On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. Use these buttons to turn the...
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... button to the sub-screen while in PIP mode. This button selects an RGB Analog component such as a PC. AUDIO - Version 6/19/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com Note that in the zoom mode parts of this button to choose the PIP input. Use this button to increase or decrease the size... the main screen to be visible because they extend beyond the edges of the picture. MTS - The options for this button again the continue playing. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE -
... button to the sub-screen while in PIP mode. This button selects an RGB Analog component such as a PC. AUDIO - Version 6/19/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com Note that in the zoom mode parts of this button to choose the PIP input. Use this button to increase or decrease the size... the main screen to be visible because they extend beyond the edges of the picture. MTS - The options for this button again the continue playing. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE -
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... remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Do not attempt 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. Precautionary Tips for a long period of time, remove the batteries... feet (10 meters) from the front of the receiver window, 30° to clean the remote control with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire.
... remote control for Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Do not attempt 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. Precautionary Tips for a long period of time, remove the batteries... feet (10 meters) from the front of the receiver window, 30° to clean the remote control with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire.
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.... The video signal is the connection for PC input. This is the most commonly used for digital displays. The VIZIO VW42L has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the superior picture... connection. The signal carries horizontal and vertical sync information on the green signal. Good (analog) Yellow and Orange Composite (AV1/2) - Component - VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? RGB PC (VGA) - S-Video (AV1) - It also enables text...
.... The video signal is the connection for PC input. This is the most commonly used for digital displays. The VIZIO VW42L has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the superior picture... connection. The signal carries horizontal and vertical sync information on the green signal. Good (analog) Yellow and Orange Composite (AV1/2) - Component - VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? RGB PC (VGA) - S-Video (AV1) - It also enables text...
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... the TV button 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 VCR...Output to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the Remote Control. Version 6/19/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from the Cable Box) to the HDTV and VCR. 2. Select TV using... Turn off the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector. 3. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information.
... the TV button 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 VCR...Output to TV", "RF Out" or "Antenna Out" connector on the Remote Control. Version 6/19/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from the Cable Box) to the HDTV and VCR. 2. Select TV using... Turn off the power to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector. 3. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information.
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...Top Box (Best): 1. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. Version 6/19/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is 10 meters. Note: To maintain ...the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2....
...Top Box (Best): 1. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. Version 6/19/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is 10 meters. Note: To maintain ...the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2....
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... a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. Version 6/19/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the HDMI Input (white color area) at 60Hz from a PC. For HDTV... of PC formats. Turn off the power to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.
... a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for added security and protection. Version 6/19/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the HDMI Input (white color area) at 60Hz from a PC. For HDTV... of PC formats. Turn off the power to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.
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... your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 6/19/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by the purple area. Using an audio cable...the rear of the HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A 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 ...
... your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 6/19/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by the purple area. Using an audio cable...the rear of the HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A 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 ...
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...yellow color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Version 6/19/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Select AV2 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 4. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect one end to the TV...and Set-Top Box. 5. Turn on your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Using the white and red connectors, connect the cable to the audio output ...
...yellow color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Version 6/19/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com Select AV2 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 4. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect one end to the TV...and Set-Top Box. 5. Turn on your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Using the white and red connectors, connect the cable to the audio output ...
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...DVD player and the other end to the audio connectors by the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the... HDMI input of the VIZIO VW42L for details. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: Version 6/19/2007 1. HDMI...
...DVD player and the other end to the audio connectors by the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the... HDMI input of the VIZIO VW42L for details. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: Version 6/19/2007 1. HDMI...
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... corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Turn on the Remote Control. Version 6/19/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Connect the Pr (red... requirements of the HDTV. 5. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the HDTV and DVD player. 7. row of connectors nearest to the HDTV and DVD ...
... corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Turn on the Remote Control. Version 6/19/2007 20 www.VIZIO.com row of connectors nearest to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Connect the Pr (red... requirements of the HDTV. 5. Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the HDTV and DVD player. 7. row of connectors nearest to the HDTV and DVD ...