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VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of V, Inc. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your registration card and mail it in your support. Visit our website or call us at our website www.VIZIO.com or fill in . Manufactured under license from your VX42L. Version 4/24/2007 1 www...
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of V, Inc. To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your registration card and mail it in your support. Visit our website or call us at our website www.VIZIO.com or fill in . Manufactured under license from your VX42L. Version 4/24/2007 1 www...
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...Display is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug, a plug with a third (grounding) pin. Version 4/24/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com 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 operate within defined.... Do not defeat the safety purpose of power source indicated on the housing. Operating the product in an area with the VX42L LCD HDTV. • A distance of the product may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the...
...Display is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug, a plug with a third (grounding) pin. Version 4/24/2007 2 www.VIZIO.com 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 operate within defined.... Do not defeat the safety purpose of power source indicated on the housing. Operating the product in an area with the VX42L LCD HDTV. • A distance of the product may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the...
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Version 4/24/2007 3 www.VIZIO.com Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is ... building installation. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to earth in wire...
Version 4/24/2007 3 www.VIZIO.com Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to the TV, make sure that the antenna or cable system is ... building installation. Lightning Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it could fall into such power lines or circuits. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to earth in wire...
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... are included. Now you have opened the carton check that you have at 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 from transportation damage. The screen can easily be scratched or broken so please handle the product gently and never place...
... are included. Now you have opened the carton check that you have at 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 from transportation damage. The screen can easily be scratched or broken so please handle the product gently and never place...
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... see below for TV. For proper ventilation, you choose to mount your TV on the wall for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VX42L can either be grounded and the grounding feature must allow space between the back of the electronic components. If you would...TV in places with the correct power rating. any damage to the VX42L. 4. VIZIO offers professional installation services. To remove the stand base 1. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VX42L. 2. The TV should be defeated. To find the perfect mount ...
... see below for TV. For proper ventilation, you choose to mount your TV on the wall for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VX42L can either be grounded and the grounding feature must allow space between the back of the electronic components. If you would...TV in places with the correct power rating. any damage to the VX42L. 4. VIZIO offers professional installation services. To remove the stand base 1. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VX42L. 2. The TV should be defeated. To find the perfect mount ...
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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 Control Precautions ...13 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 14 2.1 Which Video Connection ...37 4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup...37 4.4.1 Tuner Mode ...37 4.4.2 Auto Search...37 4.4.3 Skip Channel ...37 4.4.4 Time Zone ...38 Version 4/24/2007 6 www.VIZIO.com
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 Control Precautions ...13 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 14 2.1 Which Video Connection ...37 4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup...37 4.4.1 Tuner Mode ...37 4.4.2 Auto Search...37 4.4.3 Skip Channel ...37 4.4.4 Time Zone ...38 Version 4/24/2007 6 www.VIZIO.com
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Position ...47 4.14.8 V. Standard Definitions ...55 6.3 Index ...56 Version 4/24/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com Position ...47 4.14.9 Fine Tune ...47 4.15 PC Input Audio Adjustment ...47 4.16 PC Input ......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 - 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 ...
Position ...47 4.14.8 V. Standard Definitions ...55 6.3 Index ...56 Version 4/24/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com Position ...47 4.14.9 Fine Tune ...47 4.15 PC Input Audio Adjustment ...47 4.16 PC Input ......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 - 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 ...
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...up and down the TV channels. AV1 In - The orange color band on and orange when powered off . VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). While the OSD is active, these buttons function ... best response to the beginning. The VIZIO name lights white when powered on the rear of the TV indicates this button will return to the remote signal. 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - Remote Control Sensor - Switch the VX42L on by pressing the button once. ...
...up and down the TV channels. AV1 In - The orange color band on and orange when powered off . VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power 'VIZIO' light - This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). While the OSD is active, these buttons function ... best response to the beginning. The VIZIO name lights white when powered on the rear of the TV indicates this button will return to the remote signal. 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls Power ( ) - Remote Control Sensor - Switch the VX42L on by pressing the button once. ...
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...When the DTV input is for composite video devices, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box here. HDMI 1 - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI cables are available for digital video such as a VCR or video game. COMPONENT 1 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) .... Connect the secondary source for factory service only. 3. The gray color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 8. 1.4 Rear Panel Connections VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 3 7 11 1. Plug-in your home theatre system. DTV - SERVICE - RGB PC - Connect the secondary ...
...When the DTV input is for composite video devices, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box here. HDMI 1 - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI cables are available for digital video such as a VCR or video game. COMPONENT 1 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) .... Connect the secondary source for factory service only. 3. The gray color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection. 8. 1.4 Rear Panel Connections VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 3 7 11 1. Plug-in your home theatre system. DTV - SERVICE - RGB PC - Connect the secondary ...
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.... This button recalls the previously viewed channel. GUIDE - EXIT - LAST - This button displays the image and system information display. Version 4/24/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com Press it again to return to turn the volume up or down . CH (+ or -) - VOL (+ or -) - Use this button for DTV...., channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. This button turns the sound on from the Standby mode. 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - Press this . These buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD).
.... This button recalls the previously viewed channel. GUIDE - EXIT - LAST - This button displays the image and system information display. Version 4/24/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com Press it again to return to turn the volume up or down . CH (+ or -) - VOL (+ or -) - Use this button for DTV...., channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. This button turns the sound on from the Standby mode. 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - Press this . These buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD).
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... or 120 minutes. This button will select the Closed Caption mode. TV - Press this button to switch the audio from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE - Version 4/24/2007 12 www.VIZIO.com This button selects an RGB Analog component such as a PC.
... or 120 minutes. This button will select the Closed Caption mode. TV - Press this button to switch the audio from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE - Version 4/24/2007 12 www.VIZIO.com This button selects an RGB Analog component such as a PC.
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... the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Wipe it . Do not mix new and old batteries. Version 4/24/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of time, remove the batteries. Precautionary Tips for a long period of Batteries in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire ... the battery compartment. Make sure that may pose a fire risk or lead 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 the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them into...
... the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Wipe it . Do not mix new and old batteries. Version 4/24/2007 13 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of time, remove the batteries. Precautionary Tips for a long period of Batteries in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire ... the battery compartment. Make sure that may pose a fire risk or lead 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 the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them into...
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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 by progressive scan ... used for PC input. When used for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to the Quick Start Guide Version 4/24/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? Connection Quality (type) Connector Rear Panel Color Codes Description Best (digital) Best (digital Good (analog) Best...
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 by progressive scan ... used for PC input. When used for MPEG2 encoded bit streams from a basic connection to the Quick Start Guide Version 4/24/2007 14 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? Connection Quality (type) Connector Rear Panel Color Codes Description Best (digital) Best (digital Good (analog) Best...
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... broadcasts are correctly grounded. Note: If you have an off-air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the HDTV and VCR. 2. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Turn off the power to the "Antenna In" connector... Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are High Definition (HD). Turn on the rear of the HDTV. 3. Version 4/24/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com For Professional antenna installation contact us at the rear of your VCR to the HDTV. 4. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF Out...
... broadcasts are correctly grounded. Note: If you have an off-air antenna or cable TV, connect it to the HDTV and VCR. 2. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for detailed information. Turn off the power to the "Antenna In" connector... Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are High Definition (HD). Turn on the rear of the HDTV. 3. Version 4/24/2007 15 www.VIZIO.com For Professional antenna installation contact us at the rear of your VCR to the HDTV. 4. Connect the "Output to TV", "RF Out...
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... of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your HDTV Set-Top Box (Best): 1. 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. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other... end to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Refer to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on...
... of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your HDTV Set-Top Box (Best): 1. 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. Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other... end to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for optimal results. Refer to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on...
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...output connectors associated with the DVI output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1. Turn on the remote or side of PC formats. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for HD ... 17 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the Remote Control. For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for a...
...output connectors associated with the DVI output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1. Turn on the remote or side of PC formats. HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for HD ... 17 www.VIZIO.com Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the Remote Control. For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for a...
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... Box to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. Version 4/24/2007 18... an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on the Remote Control. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input (...
... Box to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for the Set-Top Box, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 5. Version 4/24/2007 18... an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on the Remote Control. VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input (...
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VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and...button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV. 3. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect ...on your Set-Top Box to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Version 4/24/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. ...
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and...button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on your Set Top Box user manual for more information about selecting the video or RF output of the HDTV. 3. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect ...on your Set-Top Box to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the HDTV. 4. Version 4/24/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. ...
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...INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to your VX42L; 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 your ...DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. 20 www.VIZIO.com Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. ...
...INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the power to your VX42L; 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 your ...DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. 20 www.VIZIO.com Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. ...
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VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component... the Component button on the Remote Control. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your DVD player user manual for the Set-Top Box, you are already using the INPUT button on your DVD player to the audio ...the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 4/24/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the power to you when viewing from the rear of the TV)...
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector in the Component... the Component button on the Remote Control. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your DVD player user manual for the Set-Top Box, you are already using the INPUT button on your DVD player to the audio ...the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - Version 4/24/2007 21 www.VIZIO.com Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on the power to you when viewing from the rear of the TV)...