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..., electric shock or component damage. • Do not place the VX42L LCD HDTV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Incorrect polarities may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any way. o The performance of the ... use in this appliance to the VX42L LCD HDTV. • Unplug the power cord before connecting other components to rain or moisture. Opening or removing the back cover may expose you are unplugged before operating the display. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED...
..., electric shock or component damage. • Do not place the VX42L LCD HDTV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Incorrect polarities may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any way. o The performance of the ... use in this appliance to the VX42L LCD HDTV. • Unplug the power cord before connecting other components to rain or moisture. Opening or removing the back cover may expose you are unplugged before operating the display. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED...
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... 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Version 4/24/2007 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A and it accompanying accessories are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services...
... 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Version 4/24/2007 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A and it accompanying accessories are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services...
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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 Remote...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...
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 Remote...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...
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... or Satellite Remote ...50 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 50 5.1 Maintenance...50 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...51 5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...52 5.4 Compliance ...53 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...53 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 54 6.1 Specifications ...54 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...55 6.3 Index ...56 Version 4/24/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.5 Daylight Saving...38 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup...
... or Satellite Remote ...50 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 50 5.1 Maintenance...50 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide ...51 5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...52 5.4 Compliance ...53 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...53 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 54 6.1 Specifications ...54 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...55 6.3 Index ...56 Version 4/24/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.5 Daylight Saving...38 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup...
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..., these buttons to increase or decrease to step up and down the TV channels. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - When the OSD is active, pressing this button confirms the menu function to the remote signal. 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - Connect the primary source for the...
..., these buttons to increase or decrease to step up and down the TV channels. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - When the OSD is active, pressing this button confirms the menu function to the remote signal. 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - Connect the primary source for the...
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1.5 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - POWER - Press this button for the separation of main ...These buttons turn the TV on and off. These buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD). When selecting a digital channel directly use this button to cycle through the inputs. - (Dash) - CH (+ or -) - NOTE: Your Remote Control may look like...button is only functional for DTV. This button recalls the previously viewed channel. Blinks when the remote operates. GUIDE - Note: this . Number Button Pad - This button allows the user to...
1.5 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - POWER - Press this button for the separation of main ...These buttons turn the TV on and off. These buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD). When selecting a digital channel directly use this button to cycle through the inputs. - (Dash) - CH (+ or -) - NOTE: Your Remote Control may look like...button is only functional for DTV. This button recalls the previously viewed channel. Blinks when the remote operates. GUIDE - Note: this . Number Button Pad - This button allows the user to...
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... sensor to personal injury. Wipe it . Do not mix new and old batteries. If the TV responds erratically to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of time, remove the batteries. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may pose a fire risk or lead to transmit the commands. Dispose of the ...
... sensor to personal injury. Wipe it . Do not mix new and old batteries. If the TV responds erratically to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of time, remove the batteries. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may pose a fire risk or lead to transmit the commands. Dispose of the ...
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... the power to the "Antenna In" connector on the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Note: If you have an off the power to the HDTV. 2. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Refer to the...
... the power to the "Antenna In" connector on the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control. Note: If you have an off the power to the HDTV. 2. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Refer to the...
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...and the digital display for details. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Turn off the power to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Note: a) b) The... to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. 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. Turn on the ...
...and the digital display for details. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for added security and protection. Turn off the power to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV for optimal results. Note: a) b) The... to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote or side of the HDTV. 3. 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. Turn on the ...
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...end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to your cable or satellite operator. Turn on the Remote Control. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the remote or side of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for a greater selection of the HDTV... the INPUT button on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 4/24/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Refer to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for HD Video and will...
...end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to your cable or satellite operator. Turn on the Remote Control. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the remote or side of the product or consult your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for a greater selection of the HDTV... the INPUT button on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). Version 4/24/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com Refer to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for HD Video and will...
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Connect the Pr (red color) connector on the Remote Control. Refer to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to you ...) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2.
Connect the Pr (red color) connector on the Remote Control. Refer to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. row of connectors nearest to you ...) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Note: a) b) If you are already using the INPUT button on your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2.
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...the other end to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Version 4/24/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on the Remote Control. 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) 1. Select TV using the INPUT button on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 5. Turn...the HDTV. 4. Turn off the power to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button (below the WIDE button) on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 ...
...the other end to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Version 4/24/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on the Remote Control. 2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) 1. Select TV using the INPUT button on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 5. Turn...the HDTV. 4. Turn off the power to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button (below the WIDE button) on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 4. Turn on the Remote Control. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 ...
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... the HDTV. 3. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: Version 4/24/2007 1. 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...the DVI end to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Turn off the power to your DVD player. 5. Turn on the Remote Control. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for connecting your DVD player to your configuration, you can decide which option ...
... the HDTV. 3. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio output connectors associated with DVI: Version 4/24/2007 1. 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...the DVI end to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Turn off the power to your DVD player. 5. Turn on the Remote Control. See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for connecting your DVD player to your configuration, you can decide which option ...
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...the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the product. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for the Set...(blue color) connector on your DVD player to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of connectors nearest to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component... (Better): 1. row of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the Component button on the remote or side of connectors nearest to the Component 2 connections coded by the purple area. Note:...
...the Component 1 input for more information about the video output requirements of the product. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for the Set...(blue color) connector on your DVD player to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of connectors nearest to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component... (Better): 1. row of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the Component button on the remote or side of connectors nearest to the Component 2 connections coded by the purple area. Note:...
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... (Good) : 1. Note: a) b) You may use the AV1 input on the side of the HDTV. 3. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the power to the S-Video jack in the AV2 group (yellow color... by pressing the AV button on the rear of the product. Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control. 2.5.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player to the HDTV and DVD Player. 5. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.3 Using S-Video (AV1) Connecting your DVD player user manual for the S-Video input....
... (Good) : 1. Note: a) b) You may use the AV1 input on the side of the HDTV. 3. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the power to the S-Video jack in the AV2 group (yellow color... by pressing the AV button on the rear of the product. Connect the S-Video jack on the Remote Control. 2.5.4 Using Composite (AV) Video Connecting your DVD player to the HDTV and DVD Player. 5. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.3 Using S-Video (AV1) Connecting your DVD player user manual for the S-Video input....
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... OFF so that the sound from the LCD HDTV will now be routed through your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group on the power to select the Audio Adjust menu. 6. Press the on the Remote Control. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.6 Connecting Your VCR or ...Video Camera 1. Version 4/24/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV...
... OFF so that the sound from the LCD HDTV will now be routed through your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group on the power to select the Audio Adjust menu. 6. Press the on the Remote Control. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.6 Connecting Your VCR or ...Video Camera 1. Version 4/24/2007 23 www.VIZIO.com Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV...
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...the RGB button on how to the pc or graphic card's user guide for additional information on the Remote Control. Please refer to set the timing mode and the video output requirements of the product. Please ...see the table below for questions on how to set the TV timing mode to the RGB PC Audio input (blue area) at 60Hz. Turn on your pc ...65.000 78.750 85.500 Version 4/24/2007 25 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.8 Connecting a PC Computer 1. Turn off the power to VESA 1366x768 at the rear of the HDTV. 3.
...the RGB button on how to the pc or graphic card's user guide for additional information on the Remote Control. Please refer to set the timing mode and the video output requirements of the product. Please ...see the table below for questions on how to set the TV timing mode to the RGB PC Audio input (blue area) at 60Hz. Turn on your pc ...65.000 78.750 85.500 Version 4/24/2007 25 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.8 Connecting a PC Computer 1. Turn off the power to VESA 1366x768 at the rear of the HDTV. 3.
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...LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting', see page 5. 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up 1. Pressing this option within the OSD, you might have the DTV/TV input selected and will guide through the following options: TV, AV1, AV2, Component1, Component2, RGB, HDMI1 and HDMI2. 5. a. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A... User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to the HDTV (see pages 14 ~ 25 for detailed steps) 3. Version 4/24/2007 26 www.VIZIO.com Select Input Source Select the Input Source for the HDTV by pressing the TV button on the remote...
...LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting', see page 5. 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up 1. Pressing this option within the OSD, you might have the DTV/TV input selected and will guide through the following options: TV, AV1, AV2, Component1, Component2, RGB, HDMI1 and HDMI2. 5. a. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A... User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to the HDTV (see pages 14 ~ 25 for detailed steps) 3. Version 4/24/2007 26 www.VIZIO.com Select Input Source Select the Input Source for the HDTV by pressing the TV button on the remote...
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... highlight Skip Scan and then press the OK button. Press the OK button on the remote control to commence the search for channels at this time, press the button on the remote control to select the language you do not want . the default English option is Antenna. The ... screen will be displayed; Press the button on the remote to go to highlight CABLE. d. default choice is Scan. If you want to scan for available channels to the next screen. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual c. b. Press the button on the remote to go to be displayed; The Channel Scan screen ...
... highlight Skip Scan and then press the OK button. Press the OK button on the remote control to commence the search for channels at this time, press the button on the remote control to select the language you do not want . the default English option is Antenna. The ... screen will be displayed; Press the button on the remote to go to highlight CABLE. d. default choice is Scan. If you want to scan for available channels to the next screen. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual c. b. Press the button on the remote to go to be displayed; The Channel Scan screen ...
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...which channels your cable operator for Analog (NTSC) and Digital (ATSC) channels. The screen will be displayed to exit and begin watching TV. When finished, the Complete screen will now change to point your area, type of the search for more information. The channel availability ... your antenna. Press the OK button on the remote control to informed that the HDTV has completed the Initial Setup. f. Note: DTV digital broadcast is not available in Clear QAM; e. consult your cable operator supplies in all areas. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Version 4/24/2007 28 www...
...which channels your cable operator for Analog (NTSC) and Digital (ATSC) channels. The screen will be displayed to exit and begin watching TV. When finished, the Complete screen will now change to point your area, type of the search for more information. The channel availability ... your antenna. Press the OK button on the remote control to informed that the HDTV has completed the Initial Setup. f. Note: DTV digital broadcast is not available in Clear QAM; e. consult your cable operator supplies in all areas. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Version 4/24/2007 28 www...