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... trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Write down the serial number located on your VX42L. Thank you register your VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A either at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). We hope you will experience many years of enjoyment from Dolby Laboratories. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your new VIZIO VX42L High Definition LCD Television purchase.
... trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Write down the serial number located on your VX42L. Thank you register your VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A either at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). We hope you will experience many years of enjoyment from Dolby Laboratories. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your new VIZIO VX42L High Definition LCD Television purchase.
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VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to the appliance. Keep these openings are not blocked or covered. This plug will not be observed for cleaning the VX42L LCD HDTV. Overloading can... can injure a person and cause serious damage to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may form on the VX42L LCD HDTV. • The VX42L LCD HDTV should be operated only from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to rain or other ...
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to the appliance. Keep these openings are not blocked or covered. This plug will not be observed for cleaning the VX42L LCD HDTV. Overloading can... can injure a person and cause serious damage to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may form on the VX42L LCD HDTV. • The VX42L LCD HDTV should be operated only from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to rain or other ...
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VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/... locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to earth in wire to an antenna discharge... electrodes, and requirements of the coaxial cable is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI...
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/... locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to earth in wire to an antenna discharge... electrodes, and requirements of the coaxial cable is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI...
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... on a surface without protective padding. Package Contents VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information VIP Services Brochure Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables...
... on a surface without protective padding. Package Contents VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information VIP Services Brochure Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables...
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...the wall for the VIZIO VX42L, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. Carefully remove the stand base. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VX42L. 2. The TV should be installed on ...the back of the electronic components. To remove the stand base 1. Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VX42L can either be defeated. Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; VIZIO offers professional installation services. Version 4/24/2007 5 www...
...the wall for the VIZIO VX42L, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. Carefully remove the stand base. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VX42L. 2. The TV should be installed on ...the back of the electronic components. To remove the stand base 1. Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VX42L can either be defeated. Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; VIZIO offers professional installation services. Version 4/24/2007 5 www...
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VIZIO VX42L 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...11 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.5.3 VIZIO...Computer ...25 2.8.1 Preset PC Resolutions...25 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 26 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...26 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...29 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...29 3.4 Program Information...30 3.5 Information on HDTV Status...
VIZIO VX42L 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...11 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 1.5.2 Remote Control Range ...13 1.5.3 VIZIO...Computer ...25 2.8.1 Preset PC Resolutions...25 Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television 26 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...26 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...29 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...29 3.4 Program Information...30 3.5 Information on HDTV Status...
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... 54 6.1 Specifications ...54 6.2 Glossary - VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.5 Daylight Saving...38 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...38 4.5.1 Language...38 4.5.2 Sleep... Timer ...38 4.5.3 Analog Closed Caption ...38 4.5.4 Digital Closed Caption ...38 4.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...39 4.5.6 Reset All Settings ...39 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...40 4.6.1 Channel Block ...40 4.6.2 TV Rating...41 4.6.3 Movie Rating...41 4.6.4 Blocked Unrated Programming...42 4.6.5 Change the Password ...42...
... 54 6.1 Specifications ...54 6.2 Glossary - VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.5 Daylight Saving...38 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...38 4.5.1 Language...38 4.5.2 Sleep... Timer ...38 4.5.3 Analog Closed Caption ...38 4.5.4 Digital Closed Caption ...38 4.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...39 4.5.6 Reset All Settings ...39 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...40 4.6.1 Channel Block ...40 4.6.2 TV Rating...41 4.6.3 Movie Rating...41 4.6.4 Blocked Unrated Programming...42 4.6.5 Change the Password ...42...
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... as up or down controls in the following sequence: TV, AV1 (S-Video or Video), AV2, Component 1, Component 2, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, and RGB. The S-Video, if connected, will display the current input mode. 1.3 Left Side Connections 1. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - Point the remote control directly at this...
... as up or down controls in the following sequence: TV, AV1 (S-Video or Video), AV2, Component 1, Component 2, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, and RGB. The S-Video, if connected, will display the current input mode. 1.3 Left Side Connections 1. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - Point the remote control directly at this...
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...TV indicates this connection. 6. Use the white and red connectors to an external device, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box here. Connect the audio from the LCD HDTV to connect the external audio from the same source. Version 4/24/2007 9 www.VIZIO...by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 4. Audio Out - Speakers cannot be available on this all digital connector. AV2 In - 1.4 Rear Panel Connections VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 3 7 11 1. From left to here. Plug-in your home theatre system. Connect the video and audio ...
...TV indicates this connection. 6. Use the white and red connectors to an external device, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box here. Connect the audio from the LCD HDTV to connect the external audio from the same source. Version 4/24/2007 9 www.VIZIO...by calling 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). 4. Audio Out - Speakers cannot be available on this all digital connector. AV2 In - 1.4 Rear Panel Connections VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 3 7 11 1. From left to here. Plug-in your home theatre system. Connect the video and audio ...
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... mode. When selecting a digital channel directly use this button for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. CH (+ or -) - These buttons turn the TV on and off. INFO - GUIDE - For example, channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. VOL (+ or -) -... system information display. OK - Note: this button to select your chosen option in On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - This button allows the user to turn the volume up or down . LAST - This button recalls the previously...
... mode. When selecting a digital channel directly use this button for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. CH (+ or -) - These buttons turn the TV on and off. INFO - GUIDE - For example, channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. VOL (+ or -) -... system information display. OK - Note: this button to select your chosen option in On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - This button allows the user to turn the volume up or down . LAST - This button recalls the previously...
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VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE - MTS - The options are used to select the channels within the PIP screen when DTV/TV is the PIP input selected. Note that in ... component such as a PC. Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Mode, page 48. Use this button to select TV. TV - Use these buttons to swap the inputs from one of the screen. These buttons are OFF, CC1, CC2... channels, where available, in PIP mode for 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. Version 4/24/2007 12 www.VIZIO.com The options for SD (Standard Definition 4:3) are Normal and Zoom. AV - and +) - and +) - ...
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE - MTS - The options are used to select the channels within the PIP screen when DTV/TV is the PIP input selected. Note that in ... component such as a PC. Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Mode, page 48. Use this button to select TV. TV - Use these buttons to swap the inputs from one of the screen. These buttons are OFF, CC1, CC2... channels, where available, in PIP mode for 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. Version 4/24/2007 12 www.VIZIO.com The options for SD (Standard Definition 4:3) are Normal and Zoom. AV - and +) - and +) - ...
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...humidity. The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from heat sources. Version 4/24/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com Make sure that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. Do not mix new and old batteries. Dispose of... damp cloth. Do not subject the remote control to transmit the commands. If the TV responds erratically to clean the remote control with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. Wipe it . VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire....
...humidity. The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from heat sources. Version 4/24/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com Make sure that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury. Do not mix new and old batteries. Dispose of... damp cloth. Do not subject the remote control to transmit the commands. If the TV responds erratically to clean the remote control with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. Wipe it . VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into a fire....
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... signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information. S-Video (AV1) - The VIZIO VX42L has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the superior picture provided...TV using antenna or cable. HDMI provides an interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, or A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over S-Video takes advantage of the High Definition content. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual...
... signals, one containing the black-and-white information and the other containing the color information. S-Video (AV1) - The VIZIO VX42L has six different ways to connect your video equipment from ATSC broadcast programming, this input takes advantage of the superior picture provided...TV using antenna or cable. HDMI provides an interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, or A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over S-Video takes advantage of the High Definition content. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual...
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... Note: a) b) c) d) Not all digital TV broadcasts are not available in all areas. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna ...or Digital Cable for detailed information. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the ...
... Note: a) b) c) d) Not all digital TV broadcasts are not available in all areas. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna ...or Digital Cable for detailed information. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the ...
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...the Remote Control. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. Version 4/24/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is 10 meters. Select HDMI using the ... HDTV Set-Top Box (Best): 1. 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 the HDTV. 3. Turn off the...
...the Remote Control. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for details. Version 4/24/2007 16 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box 2.3.1 Using HDMI HDTV Set-Top Boxes that is 10 meters. Select HDMI using the ... HDTV Set-Top Box (Best): 1. 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 the HDTV. 3. Turn off the...
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... 640x480 at 60Hz from a PC. Turn on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. 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 Set-Top Box and connect the other end to... rear of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1. Version 4/24/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output...
... 640x480 at 60Hz from a PC. Turn on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. 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 Set-Top Box and connect the other end to... rear of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1. Version 4/24/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output...
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... when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV...
... when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV...
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... (RF) on your Set Top Box and the other end to your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button (below the WIDE button) on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. ...Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product. Version 4/24/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 4. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn...
... (RF) on your Set Top Box and the other end to your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button (below the WIDE button) on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. ...Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the product. Version 4/24/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 4. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn...
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...right for you. 2.5.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for more information about the video output requirements of the product. 20 www.VIZIO.com HDMI, Component, AV (SVideo or Composite) inputs. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player. 5. Based ... HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote. VIZIO VX42L 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 ...
...right for you. 2.5.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have several options for more information about the video output requirements of the product. 20 www.VIZIO.com HDMI, Component, AV (SVideo or Composite) inputs. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player. 5. Based ... HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote. VIZIO VX42L 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 ...
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... Component using the Component 1 input for another component, or you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Version 4/24/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Y (green color) connector on the Remote Control. Connect the Pb (blue color) ... of connectors nearest to the audio output connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 6. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - ...
... Component using the Component 1 input for another component, or you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Version 4/24/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Y (green color) connector on the Remote Control. Connect the Pb (blue color) ... of connectors nearest to the audio output connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color area) at the rear of the HDTV. 6. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - ...