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...these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for your registration card and mail it in your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call us at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). To purchase or inquire about accessories and ...support. For peace of your new VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of mind and to purchase a plan. Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories Version 5/20/2008 1 www.VIZIO.com Write down the serial number located...
...these instructions before making any adjustments, and retain them for your registration card and mail it in your VIZIO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call us at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). To purchase or inquire about accessories and ...support. For peace of your new VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of mind and to purchase a plan. Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories Version 5/20/2008 1 www.VIZIO.com Write down the serial number located...
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...; If any of power source indicated on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Version 5/20/2008 2 www.VIZIO.com o The Display is dropped or damaged in the User Manual. If you to high voltages, the risk of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer and refer all ...appliance to avoid causing fire, electric shock or component damage. • Do not place the VX32L HDTV20A on the label. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined...
...; If any of power source indicated on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Version 5/20/2008 2 www.VIZIO.com o The Display is dropped or damaged in the User Manual. If you to high voltages, the risk of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer and refer all ...appliance to avoid causing fire, electric shock or component damage. • Do not place the VX32L HDTV20A on the label. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined...
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VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is intended to be connected to earth in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of the...
VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is intended to be connected to earth in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of the...
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... future shipping. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information Version 5/20/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A and it from transportation damage. Now you unpack and install the HDTV.... The VX32L HDTV20A weighs approximately 32 lbs and is in good condition and that...
... future shipping. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for the Remote Control VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information Version 5/20/2008 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A and it from transportation damage. Now you unpack and install the HDTV.... The VX32L HDTV20A weighs approximately 32 lbs and is in good condition and that...
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...as not to shorten the service life of the TV and the wall. The TV should be installed on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for TV. Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; When an extension cord is about...Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your TV on a flat surface to mount your VIZIO HDTV. For proper ventilation, you would like to avoid tipping. The cord must be defeated. VIZIO offers professional installation services. Install the TV in places with the correct power...
...as not to shorten the service life of the TV and the wall. The TV should be installed on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for TV. Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; When an extension cord is about...Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your TV on a flat surface to mount your VIZIO HDTV. For proper ventilation, you would like to avoid tipping. The cord must be defeated. VIZIO offers professional installation services. Install the TV in places with the correct power...
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...TV. 3. Version 5/20/2008 6 www.VIZIO.com To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO VX32L, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Place the VX32L face down on the wall for viewing. Unplug all of your VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A. 2. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Preparing Your LCD... HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VX32L can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the ...
...TV. 3. Version 5/20/2008 6 www.VIZIO.com To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO VX32L, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Place the VX32L face down on the wall for viewing. Unplug all of your VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A. 2. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Preparing Your LCD... HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VX32L can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the ...
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VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 9 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...9 1.3 Left Side Connections ...10 1.4 Rear Panel 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...PC Computer ...26 2.8.1 Preset PC Resolutions...27 2.9 Setting Up to Watch Television ...28 2.10 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...28 2.11 Watching a TV Program ...33 2.12 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...34 2.13 Program Information...35 2.14 Information on HDTV...
VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 9 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...9 1.3 Left Side Connections ...10 1.4 Rear Panel 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...PC Computer ...26 2.8.1 Preset PC Resolutions...27 2.9 Setting Up to Watch Television ...28 2.10 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...28 2.11 Watching a TV Program ...33 2.12 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...34 2.13 Program Information...35 2.14 Information on HDTV...
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VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 3.4.1 Tuner Mode ...46 3.4.2 Auto Search...46 3.4.3 Skip Channel ...46 3.4.4 MTS ...47 3.4.5 Time Zone ...47 3.4.6 Daylight Saving...47 3.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...48 3.5.1 Language...48 3.5.2 Sleep Timer ...48 3.5.3 Wide ...48 3.5.4 Input Naming ...49 3.5.5 Closed ...Mute) ...50 3.5.7 Digital Closed Caption Style (Digital CC Style 51 3.5.8 Reset All Settings ...51 3.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...52 3.6.1 Channel Block ...52 3.6.2 TV Rating...53 3.6.3 Movie Rating...54 3.6.4 Check for New DTV Rating...54 3.6.5 Blocked Unrated Programming...55 3.6.6 Change ...
VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 3.4.1 Tuner Mode ...46 3.4.2 Auto Search...46 3.4.3 Skip Channel ...46 3.4.4 MTS ...47 3.4.5 Time Zone ...47 3.4.6 Daylight Saving...47 3.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...48 3.5.1 Language...48 3.5.2 Sleep Timer ...48 3.5.3 Wide ...48 3.5.4 Input Naming ...49 3.5.5 Closed ...Mute) ...50 3.5.7 Digital Closed Caption Style (Digital CC Style 51 3.5.8 Reset All Settings ...51 3.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...52 3.6.1 Channel Block ...52 3.6.2 TV Rating...53 3.6.3 Movie Rating...54 3.6.4 Check for New DTV Rating...54 3.6.5 Blocked Unrated Programming...55 3.6.6 Change ...
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...Use these buttons function as up or down controls in the OSD menus. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - Remote Control Sensor - This is active, these buttons to ...increase or decrease to the sensor. Volume ◄/► - This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). Use these buttons function as left and right controls in the following sequence: TV...
...Use these buttons function as up or down controls in the OSD menus. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - Remote Control Sensor - This is active, these buttons to ...increase or decrease to the sensor. Volume ◄/► - This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). Use these buttons function as left and right controls in the following sequence: TV...
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... connection is needed then left hand side of the TV. Connect the secondary source for composite video devices, such as a VCR or video game. Version 5/20/2008 10 www.VIZIO.com if connected, will take priority over the video (yellow connector) RCA connector. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 1.3 Left Side Connections 1. AV2/S-VIDEO IN -
... connection is needed then left hand side of the TV. Connect the secondary source for composite video devices, such as a VCR or video game. Version 5/20/2008 10 www.VIZIO.com if connected, will take priority over the video (yellow connector) RCA connector. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 1.3 Left Side Connections 1. AV2/S-VIDEO IN -
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...as a DVD multimedia player or set top box here. Connect the audio from the LCD HDTV to connect the external audio from a computer here. This custom communication port is for Digital TV.* 10. Connect the third source for purchase from the computer to right, use ...The blue color band on the rear of this all digital connector. The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. Version 5/20/2008 11 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 1.4 Rear Panel Connections 1 2 4 6 8 9 11 3 5 7 10 1. SERVICE - The purple color band...
...as a DVD multimedia player or set top box here. Connect the audio from the LCD HDTV to connect the external audio from a computer here. This custom communication port is for Digital TV.* 10. Connect the third source for purchase from the computer to right, use ...The blue color band on the rear of this all digital connector. The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. Version 5/20/2008 11 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 1.4 Rear Panel Connections 1 2 4 6 8 9 11 3 5 7 10 1. SERVICE - The purple color band...
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... . Once you will appear in conjunction with the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Version 5/20/2008 12 www.VIZIO.com Press this button repeatedly will show the signal going through the entire sequence, you have stepped through this button to...inputs. Use this button repeatedly will step you through the input sources in TV mode; POWER - MENU - LAST - HDMI - NUMBER BUTTON PAD - VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - These buttons turn the TV on and off. Pressing this button for the separation of this button to...
... . Once you will appear in conjunction with the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Version 5/20/2008 12 www.VIZIO.com Press this button repeatedly will show the signal going through the entire sequence, you have stepped through this button to...inputs. Use this button repeatedly will step you through the input sources in TV mode; POWER - MENU - LAST - HDMI - NUMBER BUTTON PAD - VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control GUIDE - These buttons turn the TV on and off. Pressing this button for the separation of this button to...
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.... Keep the batteries away from children and pets. 1.5.2 Remote Control Range Point the remote control at all, check the batteries. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does respond at the remote control sensor to personal injury. Do not take the batteries apart, heat... batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or leakage that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the surface of the cover. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Press and slide out the battery cover by following the direction shown by the molded arrow...
.... Keep the batteries away from children and pets. 1.5.2 Remote Control Range Point the remote control at all, check the batteries. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does respond at the remote control sensor to personal injury. Do not take the batteries apart, heat... batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or leakage that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the surface of the cover. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Press and slide out the battery cover by following the direction shown by the molded arrow...
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...bit streams from a basic connection to be displayed more info refer to the Quick Start Guide Version 5/20/2008 14 www.VIZIO.com TV Coaxial RF. This is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color...as a digital television (DTV), over S-Video takes advantage of TV S-Video (AV2) - This video input has separate red, green and blue color components. Good (analog) Yellow and left hand side panel Composite (AV1/2) - VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...
...bit streams from a basic connection to be displayed more info refer to the Quick Start Guide Version 5/20/2008 14 www.VIZIO.com TV Coaxial RF. This is separated into two signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color...as a digital television (DTV), over S-Video takes advantage of TV S-Video (AV2) - This video input has separate red, green and blue color components. Good (analog) Yellow and left hand side panel Composite (AV1/2) - VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...
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...Antenna In" connector on the power to the HDTV. 2. Turn on the rear of your VCR to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector. 3. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Connect the coaxial (RF) ...connector from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at 2Hwww.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-...
...Antenna In" connector on the power to the HDTV. 2. Turn on the rear of your VCR to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector. 3. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Connect the coaxial (RF) ...connector from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector at 2Hwww.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-...
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...-4623) for added security and protection. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of your HDTV Set-Top Box and the...Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. Turn on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is being used, used HDMI 2 as the input and ...
...-4623) for added security and protection. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for more information about the video output requirements of your HDTV Set-Top Box and the...Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. Turn on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is being used, used HDMI 2 as the input and ...
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... end to the audio connectors associated with DVI 1. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for a greater selection of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your HDTV.... 3. Note: The HDMI Input is for added security and protection. Version 5/20/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to your cable or satellite operator...Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.3.2 For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the ...
... end to the audio connectors associated with DVI 1. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for a greater selection of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your HDTV.... 3. Note: The HDMI Input is for added security and protection. Version 5/20/2008 17 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to your cable or satellite operator...Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.3.2 For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the ...
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... end to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on your HDTV Set-Top Box to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in step 7. Using an ...audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.3.3 Using Component Video Connecting your cable or satellite operator. Turn off the power to the audio output connectors associated with the Component 1 input...
... end to the audio connectors associated with the Component output on your HDTV Set-Top Box to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in step 7. Using an ...audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.3.3 Using Component Video Connecting your cable or satellite operator. Turn off the power to the audio output connectors associated with the Component 1 input...
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... button on the Remote Control. 6. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect one end to the TV OUT (RF) on your Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the power to the...the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the power to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in step 5. 2.4.2 Using Coaxial (RF) Input 1. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 5. Turn on the power...
... button on the Remote Control. 6. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the Remote Control. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect one end to the TV OUT (RF) on your Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the power to the...the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Turn off the power to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in step 5. 2.4.2 Using Coaxial (RF) Input 1. VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 5. Turn on the power...
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... you. 2.5.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for connecting your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI input of the VIZIO VX32L for optimal results. and then select HDMI 2 in step 4. Based on the Remote Control. 5. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI... and DVD player. 2. Version 5/20/2008 20 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. See 0Hwww.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connecting your VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A; VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface ...
... you. 2.5.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for connecting your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI input of the VIZIO VX32L for optimal results. and then select HDMI 2 in step 4. Based on the Remote Control. 5. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI... and DVD player. 2. Version 5/20/2008 20 www.VIZIO.com Turn on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. See 0Hwww.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details. Connecting your VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A; VIZIO VX32L HDTV20A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface ...