VIZIO VF552XVT LCD TV User manual

VIZIO VF552XVT HDTV User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VF552XVT HDTV purchase. To get the most out of
your new VIZIO HDTV, please read these instructions before making any adjustments,
and retain them for future reference. We hope you will experience many years of
enjoyment from your new VIZIO VIA Connected High Definition Television.
For assistance, please
at www.VIZIO.com.
call
877-MYVIZIO
(877-698-4946)
or
e-mail
us
To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO HDTV,
please visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call toll free at (888) 849-4623.
You will register your VIZIO HDTV when you turn on your HDTV for the first time. You
can also register on our website www.VIZIO.com. It is important to register your
HDTV so you can receive future product updates and support information that will
continually maximize the enjoyment of your HDTV.
For peace of mind and to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO
offers on-site extended warranty service plans. These plans give additional coverage
during the standard warranty period. Visit our website or call us to purchase a plan.
Write down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV for easy reference when
obtaining warranty support:
Serial #: _____________________
Purchase Date _____________________
VIZIO is a registered trademark of VIZIO, Inc. dba V, Inc.
HDMI logo and “High Definition Multimedia Interface” are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
and
are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
TruSurround HD and TruVolume technologies are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory default (Home Use)” setting and this is the setting in which
power savings will be achieved. Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other features will increase
power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for Energy Star rating.
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Important Safety Instructions
Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse
may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your HDTV from being damaged, the following
instructions should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your HDTV. Read
the following safety instructions before operating your HDTV. Keep these instructions in a safe
place for future reference.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before
connecting other components to your HDTV.
Unplug the power cord before cleaning your HDTV. A damp cloth is sufficient for cleaning your
HDTV. Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner for cleaning your HDTV. Do not use abrasive
cleaners.
Always use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to insure compatibility.
When moving your HDTV from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature,
condensation may form in the housing. Wait before turning on your HDTV to avoid causing fire,
electric shock, or component damage.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by manufacturer or sold with your
HDTV. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/HDTV combination to avoid injury
from tip-over. Do not place your HDTV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If your HDTV falls, it
can injure a person and cause serious damage to your HDTV. Use only a cart or stand
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with your HDTV.
A distance of at least 3 feet should be maintained between your HDTV and any heat source, such
as a radiator, heater, oven, amplifier etc. Do not install your HDTV close to smoke. Operating
your HDTV close to smoke or moisture may cause fire or electric shock.
Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure
reliable operation of your HDTV and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are
not blocked or covered. Do not place your HDTV in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper
ventilation is provided.
Never push any object into the slots and openings on your HDTV cabinet. Do not place any
objects on the top of your HDTV. Doing so could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquids on your HDTV.
Your HDTV should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you
are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power
company.
Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your HDTV. This may compromise the integrity of the
display. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations.
The power cord must be replaced when using different voltage than the voltage specified. For
more information, contact your dealer.
Your HDTV is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug (a plug with a third grounding
pin). This plug will fit only into a grounded power outlet. This is a safety feature. If
your outlet does not accommodate the three-pronged, have an electrician install
the correct outlet, or use an adapter to ground your HDTV safely. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the grounded plug.
When connected to a power outlet, power is always flowing into your HDTV. To
totally disconnect power, unplug the power cord.
• The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of un-isolated, dangerous
voltage within the inside of your HDTV that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and servicing instructions in the literature
accompanying your HDTV.
Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock.
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The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV and easily accessible.
Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your HDTV. Any other voltage than the
specified voltage may cause fire or electric shock
Do not touch the power cord during lightning. To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power
cord during electrical storms.
Unplug your HDTV during a lightning storm or when it will not be used for long period of time.
This will protect your HDTV from damage due to power surges.
Do not attempt to repair or service your HDTV yourself. Opening or removing the back cover may
expose you to high voltages, electric shock, and other hazards. If repair is required, contact your
dealer and refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Keep your HDTV away from moisture. Do not expose your HDTV to rain or moisture. If water
penetrates into your HDTV, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. Continuous use in
this case may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not use your HDTV if any abnormality occurs. If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug
the power cord and contact your dealer immediately. Do not try to repair your HDTV yourself.
Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If your HDTV is dropped and the housing is
damaged, the internal components may function abnormally. Unplug the power cord immediately
and contact your dealer for repair. Continued use of your HDTV may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not install your HDTV in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. Operating your HDTV in
environments with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock.
Follow instructions for moving your HDTV. Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are
unplugged before moving your HDTV.
When unplugging your HDTV, hold the power plug, not the cord. Pulling on the power cord may
damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock. When your HDTV will not be
used for an extended period of time, unplug the power cord.
To reduce risk of electric shock, do not touch the connector with wet hands.
Insert batteries in accordance with instructions. Incorrect polarities may cause the batteries to
leak which can damage the remote control or injure the operator.
If any of the following occurs, contact the dealer:
o The power cord fails or frays.
o Liquid sprays or any object drops into your HDTV.
o Your HDTV is exposed to rain or other moisture.
o Your HDTV is dropped or damaged in any way.
o The performance of your HDTV changes substantially.
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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 electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and
static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
unit, size of the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode.
Lightning Protection
For added protection of the TV during
a lightning storm or when it is left
unattended or unused for long periods
of time, unplug the TV from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system.
Power Lines
Do not locate the antenna near
overhead light or power circuits, or
where it could fall into such power
lines or circuits.
Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to earth in the building
installation.
Advisory of the DTV Transition
The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting was completed on June 12, 2009. Your VIZIO
HDTV is capable of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required.
For additional information, please contact the parties listed below, as appropriate:
FCC (US Federal Communications Commission)
http://www.fcc.gov/
Phone: 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322)
TTY: 1-888-TELL-FCC (1-888-835-5322)
Fax: 1-866-418-0232
E-mail: [email protected]
NTIA (National Telecommunications and Information Administration)
http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009
Listings of US Television Stations: http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................... 2
Television Antenna Connection Protection ............................................................................................... 4
Advisory of the DTV Transition .................................................................................................................. 4
Finding a Location for Your HDTV ............................................................................................................ 9
Wall Mounting your HDTV ....................................................................................................................... 10
Attaching the safety strap ........................................................................................................................ 10
CHAPTER 1 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS .......................................................................... 11
Front Panel Controls................................................................................................................................ 11
Left-Side Panel Controls & Connections ................................................................................................. 11
Rear Panel Connections.......................................................................................................................... 12
CHAPTER 2 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL .................................................................................................. 13
Installing the Batteries ............................................................................................................................. 13
Activating Your Bluetooth Remote .......................................................................................................... 13
Remote Control Buttons .......................................................................................................................... 14
Basic TV Functions .............................................................................................................................. 14
A/V Functions ....................................................................................................................................... 15
VIA Functions ....................................................................................................................................... 15
Making it Your Universal Remote ............................................................................................................ 16
Remote Control Range ............................................................................................................................ 16
VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ......................................................................................................... 16
CHAPTER 3 GETTING STARTED ............................................................................................................. 17
CHAPTER 4 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME ....................................................................... 18
Connecting to the Internet ....................................................................................................................... 18
Selecting an Input Source ....................................................................................................................... 18
Setting the Time Zone & Daylight Savings .............................................................................................. 18
Watching a TV Program .......................................................................................................................... 19
Viewing Digital TV Program Information ................................................................................................. 19
INFO Button ......................................................................................................................................... 19
GUIDE Button ...................................................................................................................................... 20
Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ....................................................................................................... 21
Which Video Connection Should I Use? ................................................................................................. 22
Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box .................................................................................................. 23
Using HDMI (Best) ............................................................................................................................... 23
HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI ................................................................... 23
Using Component Video (Better) ......................................................................................................... 24
Using S-Video (Better) ......................................................................................................................... 24
Using Composite Video (Compatible).................................................................................................. 25
Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Compatible) ................................................................................................ 25
Connecting Your DVD Player .................................................................................................................. 26
Using HDMI (Best) ............................................................................................................................... 26
HDMI Connections for DVD Players with DVI ..................................................................................... 26
Using Component Video (Better) ......................................................................................................... 27
Using S-Video (Better) ......................................................................................................................... 27
Using Composite (AV) Video (Compatible) ......................................................................................... 28
Connecting Coaxial (RF) ......................................................................................................................... 28
Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard or Digital TV ......................................................... 28
Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera ................................................................................................. 29
Using S-VIDEO .................................................................................................................................... 29
Using AV .............................................................................................................................................. 29
Connecting a Home Theater System ...................................................................................................... 30
Using RCA ........................................................................................................................................... 30
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Using Optical (SPDIF).......................................................................................................................... 31
Connecting a Computer........................................................................................................................... 31
RGB (VGA) .......................................................................................................................................... 31
Using HDMI .......................................................................................................................................... 32
Ethernet Connection ................................................................................................................................ 32
CHAPTER 5 USING VIA ............................................................................................................................ 33
Connecting to the Internet ....................................................................................................................... 33
Navigating the VIA Dock ......................................................................................................................... 33
Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ............................................................................................................. 34
Navigating Apps ................................................................................................................................... 34
Adding Apps ......................................................................................................................................... 34
Deleting Apps ................................................................................................................................................... 35
Moving Apps .................................................................................................................................................... 35
Using Profiles ....................................................................................................................................... 35
Creating a New Profile ..................................................................................................................................... 35
Switching Profiles ............................................................................................................................................. 36
Editing your Profile ........................................................................................................................................... 36
Removing a Profile ........................................................................................................................................... 36
Updating your TV..................................................................................................................................... 36
CHAPTER 6 ADJUSTING YOUR HDTV SETTINGS ................................................................................ 37
Using the HDTV Settings App ................................................................................................................. 37
Input Menu ............................................................................................................................................... 37
Wide Menu ................................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
CC Menu ................................................................................................................................................. 38
Analog Closed Caption ........................................................................................................................ 39
Digital Closed Caption ......................................................................................................................... 39
Digital CC Style .................................................................................................................................... 39
Sleep Timer Menu ................................................................................................................................... 39
TV Settings Menu .................................................................................................................................... 39
Input Source ......................................................................................................................................... 39
Picture .................................................................................................................................................. 40
Picture Mode .................................................................................................................................................... 40
Backlight........................................................................................................................................................... 40
Brightness ........................................................................................................................................................ 40
Contrast............................................................................................................................................................ 40
Color................................................................................................................................................................. 40
Tint ................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Sharpness ........................................................................................................................................................ 40
Size & Position ................................................................................................................................................. 40
Color Temperature ........................................................................................................................................... 40
Advanced Picture ............................................................................................................................................. 41
Reset Picture Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 41
Audio .................................................................................................................................................... 42
Audio Mode ...................................................................................................................................................... 42
Balance ............................................................................................................................................................ 42
Lip Sync ........................................................................................................................................................... 42
TV Speakers .................................................................................................................................................... 42
Advanced Audio ............................................................................................................................................... 42
Pick Device Type ............................................................................................................................................. 43
Pick Device Brand ............................................................................................................................................ 43
Confirm Remote Connection ............................................................................................................................ 43
Equalizer Settings ............................................................................................................................................ 43
Reset Audio Mode ............................................................................................................................................ 43
Tuner .................................................................................................................................................... 44
Tuner Mode ...................................................................................................................................................... 44
Auto Channel Search ....................................................................................................................................... 44
Partial Channel Search .................................................................................................................................... 44
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Add Analog Channel ........................................................................................................................................ 44
Skip Channel .................................................................................................................................................... 44
Analog MTS ..................................................................................................................................................... 44
Digital MTS....................................................................................................................................................... 44
Name Input .......................................................................................................................................... 45
Device Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 45
Input Source ..................................................................................................................................................... 45
Pick Device Type ............................................................................................................................................. 45
Pick Device Brand ............................................................................................................................................ 45
Confirm Remote Connection ............................................................................................................................ 46
Parental Controls ................................................................................................................................. 46
Rating Enable ................................................................................................................................................... 46
Channel Locks ................................................................................................................................................. 46
USA-TV ............................................................................................................................................................ 46
USA-Movie ....................................................................................................................................................... 47
CAN-English..................................................................................................................................................... 47
CAN-French ..................................................................................................................................................... 47
Block Unrated Shows ....................................................................................................................................... 47
Change PIN...................................................................................................................................................... 48
RESET LOCKS ................................................................................................................................................ 48
Menu Language ................................................................................................................................... 48
Time & Local Settings .......................................................................................................................... 48
Time Zone ........................................................................................................................................................ 48
Daylight Saving ................................................................................................................................................ 48
Postal Code...................................................................................................................................................... 48
PIP Menu ................................................................................................................................................. 49
PIP Mode ............................................................................................................................................. 49
PIP Source ........................................................................................................................................... 49
Position ................................................................................................................................................ 49
Size ...................................................................................................................................................... 49
Audio .................................................................................................................................................... 49
Network Menu ......................................................................................................................................... 50
Wired Connection ................................................................................................................................ 50
Manual Setup ....................................................................................................................................... 50
Change Settings ............................................................................................................................................... 50
Test Connection ............................................................................................................................................... 50
Wireless Connection ............................................................................................................................ 50
Wireless Access Points .................................................................................................................................... 50
More Access Points ......................................................................................................................................... 51
Manual Setup ................................................................................................................................................... 51
Enter Access Point Name ................................................................................................................................ 51
Bluetooth Menu .................................................................................................................................... 51
Unpair Devices ................................................................................................................................................. 51
Pair Devices ..................................................................................................................................................... 51
Help Menu ............................................................................................................................................... 52
System Info .......................................................................................................................................... 52
Tech Logo ............................................................................................................................................ 52
Reset All Settings/Presets ................................................................................................................... 52
Clear Memory (Factory Default) .......................................................................................................... 52
CHAPTER 7 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................... 53
Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ..................................................................................................... 53
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................................................ 53
TV/Display Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 53
Audio Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................... 56
Bluetooth Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 56
VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 56
Remote Control Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 57
Internet Connection Troubleshooting................................................................................................... 57
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Telephone & Technical Support .............................................................................................................. 58
Compliance .............................................................................................................................................. 58
FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement ........................................................................................... 58
CHAPTER 8 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................ 59
Resolution through RGB Input ................................................................................................................ 60
Preset PC Resolutions ............................................................................................................................ 61
Using a Cable or Satellite Box Remote ................................................................................................... 61
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY ............................................................................................................. 62
VIZIO RETURN POLICY ............................................................................................................................ 63
VIZIO INTERNET APPLICATIONS DISCLAIMER .................................................................................... 65
VIZIO INTERNET APPLICATIONS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT ............................................. 65
INDEX ......................................................................................................................................................... 69
Opening the Package
Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been
designed to protect it from transportation damage. Once you have opened the carton, check that your
HDTV is in good condition and that all of the contents are included.
The glass surface can easily be scratched or broken, so handle your HDTV gently and never place your
HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding.
IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping.
Package Contents
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VIZIO VF552XVT
VIZIO remote control VUR10,
including full keyboard, IR, and
Bluetooth
AA batteries for the remote control (2)
Power cord
Safety Strap
Cleaning Cloth
This user manual
Quick Setup Guide
Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your HDTV. This may compromise the integrity
of the display. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations.
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HDTV Accessories and Services
Additional certified accessories for your HDTV are sold separately, including:
• Wall mounts
• High Definition cables
• Extra or replacement remote controls
• Sound Bars
• Blu-ray DVD Players
VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for your HDTV.
To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO HDTV, visit our website
at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946).
Finding a Location for Your HDTV
Here are some things you should consider when deciding on a proper location for your HDTV:
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The power consumption of your HDTV is about 150W (AVG).
o Use the included power cord.
o When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The 3pronged cord must be grounded and the grounding feature (3rd prong) must not be
compromised.
To take full advantage of your TV, you will need an Internet connection. Set up the Internet
connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App. Your
HDTV has 802.11n dual-band wireless built-in (which is also compatible with 802.11b and
802.11g wireless networks), so you can connect your TV to the Internet through your wireless
home network. Or you can connect to the Internet by plugging in an Ethernet cable from your
Internet connection to the Ethernet port on your HDTV. A wired connection may provide a more
consistent connection depending on the conditions in your home environment. See the Network
Menu on page 50 for detailed information on setting up your Internet connection.
Install your HDTV on a flat surface to avoid tipping.
For proper ventilation, you must allow space between the back of your HDTV and the wall.
Avoid installing your HDTV in places with high humidity, dust, or smoke so you do not shorten the
service life of the electronic components.
Install your HDTV in a level, landscape orientation, with the VIZIO logo at the bottom to prevent
poor ventilation and excessive component damage.
If you want to mount your HDTV on the wall, see below for additional information.
Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV.
VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking. Contact VIZIO for more
information on these services at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or www.VIZIO.com.
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Wall Mounting your HDTV
Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall for viewing. If
you choose to mount your HDTV on the wall, follow the
instructions below.
1. Write down the serial number located on the back of
your HDTV:__ __ __ __ __ __
2. Remove the stand base and neck:
a. Disconnect the cables from your HDTV.
b. Place your HDTV face down on a soft, flat
surface to prevent damage to the screen.
c. Remove the eight (8) screws holding the
stand neck, and then remove the neck and
base. Pull straight down on the base after
removing the screws to disconnect it from the
TV.
3. Mount your HDTV on the wall:
a. Attach your HDTV to a wall mount (sold
separately) using the mounting holes in the
back panel of your HDTV.
b. Read the instructions that came with your
specific wall mount to properly hang your
HDTV.
Wall Mount Specs:
• Hole Pattern: 400mm x 200mm
• Screw Size: M6 Pitch 1.0mm
Attaching the safety strap
When your HDTV is not mounted on the wall, use the included safety strap to attach your HDTV to the
wall to reduce the chance of your HDTV being pulled over. The Safety Strap should be used with
common sense practice such as ensuring that children (or adults) do not climb up, grabbing the top of
your HDTV and pulling it onto themselves.
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If you have a drywall finish attach it to a stud, using a
washer underneath the screw head.
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If you have a solid wall you should use a lag bolt,
again using a washer under the nut.
Attach the other end of the Safety Strap to
one of the upper wall mounting holes on
the back of your HDTV, using a washer
under the screw head.
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Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections
Front Panel Controls
Power ‘VIZIO’ Light– When you first connect
power, the logo will flash between a darker and a
brighter shade of orange until it is a constant
orange. At that time your HDTV is ready to be
powered on. Once powered on, the logo turns
white.
Remote Control Sensor – When in IR mode,
point the remote control at this sensor in the lower
right-hand corner for the best response to the
remote signal. Your remote control normally
operates with Bluetooth which allows you to point
the remote control anywhere to control the TV.
You will pair (Activate) your remote during the
initial setup procedure.
Left-Side Panel Controls & Connections
Power ( )—Turn your HDTV on by pressing the button once. Press the button again to your
HDTV off.
VIA / MENU—Press to launch the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Dock on the bottom of the TV,
including the HDTV Settings App, used to make adjustments to your TV.
INPUT—Repeated pressing of this button steps through the input sources in the following
sequence: TV, AV (Composite), COMP (Component), HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4,
HDMI side, and RGB (VGA). Once you have stepped through the entire sequence, you will
return to the beginning. When in a menu, this button functions as the OK or select control.
CH ▲/ ▼—Use these buttons to step up or down the TV channels. When in a menu, these
buttons function as up and down navigation.
VOL ◄ / ►—Use these buttons to increase or decrease the speaker volume. When in a
menu, these buttons function as left and right navigation.
USB 1, 2, 3—These ports are currently for service only. Register your HDTV to receive future
product updates including upgrades for these ports.
HDMI SIDE—Connect another digital video device such as a DVD player or set-top box
through this all digital connector.
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Rear Panel Connections
1. HDMI 1, 2, 4—Connect digital video devices such as DVD players or set-top box through these
all digital connectors. There is an additional HDMI port on the side of your HDTV.
2. RGB PC—Connect the video and audio from a computer here. Connect a 1/8” mini plug stereo
connector from the computer to the TV if you want sound to be transmitted.
3. S-VIDEO/AV—Connect composite or S-Video video devices, such as a VCR or game console.
Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source.
4. DTV/TV—Connect to an antenna or digital cable source for digital TV. For digital TV stations in
your area visit www.antennaweb.org. For cable and satellite set-top boxes, we recommend that
you use a HDMI or component cable connection for high definition image quality.
5. AUDIO OUT—
a. (OPTICAL) When digital TV is selected for viewing, the audio associated with the
programming will be available on the SPDIF Optical connector for connection to a VIZIO
Sound Bar or your home theater system.
b. (ANALOG L/R) Connect the audio from your HDTV to an external device, such as a
VIZIO Sound Bar or a home theater system. Non-amplified speakers cannot be
connected directly here.
6. ETHERNET—Connect an Ethernet cable to access the Internet. Set up the Internet connection
using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App. Your HDTV also
has 802.11n dual-band wireless, so you can connect your TV to the Internet through you
wireless home network. See the Network Menu on page 50 for detailed information on setting up
your Internet connection.
7. HDMI 3—Connect another digital video device such as a DVD player or set-top box through
this all digital connector. For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use a DVIHDMI cable and connect the analog audio output of the device to the L+R AUDIO here. Your
VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for purchase from www.VIZIO.com or
by calling 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946).
8. COMPONENT (Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr) —Connect component video devices such as a DVD Player or
cable/satellite set-top box here.
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Chapter 2 VIZIO Remote Control
Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR / Bluetooth-enabled universal remote that lets you interact with
Internet content delivered to your HDTV. You can also use it to program other A/V devices connected to
your TV, such as DVD or Blu-ray player, cable/satellite set-top box, DVR, home theater, and more.
Installing the Batteries
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match the
(+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the
battery compartment
3. Replace the battery cover.
Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries:
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Only use quality AA batteries.
•
Do not mix new and old batteries. This may result in cracking or leakage
that may cause a fire or lead to personal injury.
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Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or leakage
that may cause a fire or lead to personal injury.
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Dispose of batteries according to local hazardous waste regulations.
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Keep the batteries away from children and pets.
Activating Your Bluetooth Remote
You will activate your Bluetooth remote control in the Setup App. Follow the instructions on the screen to
complete the activation.
You can also activate your remote control using the HDTV Settings App. See the Bluetooth Menu on
page 51 for more information on activating your remote control.
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Remote Control Buttons
Basic TV Functions
INPUT—Press to cycle through the various devices connected to your
TV (called Inputs). You can name your inputs when you set them up
during the HDTV Settings App. The inputs cycle in the following
sequence: TV, AV (Composite), COMP (Component), HDMI-1, HDMI-2,
HDMI-3, HDMI-4, HDMI side, and RGB (VGA). Once you have stepped
through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning.
Device Power (
next to INPUT button)—Press to turn the device
connected to the active input (i.e. HDMI, COMP) ON and OFF. The
device must first be set up during the Setup App or using Device Setup
in the HDTV Settings App.
top right corner)—Press to turn the TV on from the standby
Power (
mode. Press it again to return to standby mode.
LIST—Press to display a list of available channels. If a DVR has been
programmed to work with this remote, this button will display the list of
recorded programs.
INFO—Press to display program information. If a device has been
programmed to work with this remote, this button will act as the INFO
button for that device.
EXIT—Press to exit from open menus.
MENU—Press to launch the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Dock on the
bottom of the TV, including the HDTV Settings App, used to make
adjustments to your TV. This button also opens the menu for the device
connected to the active input (i.e. HDMI, COMP).
Press to navigate open menus, adjust other TV settings such
as brightness and contrast, or turn menu options on and off.
OK—Press to select an option in the menu.
BACK—Press to go back to the previous page in open menus.
GUIDE—Press to display detailed information when viewing a digital TV
program.
YELLOW—Press to perform the same function as the “A” button on
your cable/satellite box.
BLUE—Press to perform the same function as the “B” button on your cable/satellite box.
RED—Press to perform the same function as the “C” button on your cable/satellite box.
GREEN—Press to perform the same function as the “D” button on your cable/satellite box.
VOL ▲/▼—Press to turn the volume up or down.
VIA—Press to launch the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Dock on the bottom of the TV, including the HDTV
Settings App, used to make adjustments to your TV. This button also opens the menu for the device
connected to the active input (i.e. HDMI, COMP).
MUTE—Press to turn the sound on and off.
LAST—Press to recall the previously viewed channel. Also, press repeatedly to go back to the previous
menu screen or out to your program when you press it repeatedly.
CH ▲/▼—Press to change the channels up or down.
Number Button Pad—Press to select a channel or enter a password.
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PIP—Press to activate the picture-in-picture feature. The screen will display the sub-screen in the corner
over the main screen. Press it again to display the POP (Picture Outside Picture) option.
—(DASH)—Press to insert a dash between the main and sub-channels. For example, digital channel 282 would be selected by the button sequence 2, 8, DASH, 2.
A/V Functions
Use these buttons on your remote control to control your pre-programmed DVR, DVD Player or
Cable/Satellite Box.
)—Press to reverse
Fast Reverse (
playback.
Pause (II)—Press to pause playback.
Play (►)—Press to start playback.
Fast Forward (
next chapter.
)—Press to skip to the
(●)—Press to begin recording.
Stop ( )—Press to stop playback/recording.
VIA Functions
Use these buttons on your remote control to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your
HDTV. See Using VIA on page 33 for more information about the VIA functions on your HDTV.
Press to switch between
different video screen sizes
when the Sidebar is open.
Press to exit an App or
from the VIA Dock
Press to move or delete
an App from the VIA
Dock. Or, create a new
App and add it to your
VIA Dock.
Slide the keyboard open to
input letters and characters in
various Apps. You must
activate your remote control
during the initial Setup App
that plays when you first turn
on your TV in order to use the
sliding keyboard.
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Press to view settings
for the active App
Press to launch the VIA Dock. The Apps in the
dock let you watch movies, TV shows, listen to
music, and much more.
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Making it Your Universal Remote
The Setup App that runs when you first turn on your TV will help you set up your various devices that are
connected to your HDTV, so that you can use your VIZIO remote control for all of your devices.
You can also set up your devices by accessing the HDTV Settings App. See the Device Setup menu on
page 45 for more information on setting up your remote.
Remote Control Range
When in IR mode (factory default):
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Point the remote control directly at this sensor for the best
response to the remote signal.
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Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and
the remote control sensor.
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The effective range of the remote control is approximately
30 feet (10 meters) from the front of the remote control
sensor, 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down.
When in Bluetooth mode:
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Your remote control also has Bluetooth and when paired with your HDTV, allows you to point the
remote control anywhere to control the TV.
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The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from the front of
the remote control sensor.
VIZIO Remote Control Precautions
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The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. Avoid humidity.
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If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at all, check the batteries.
If the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them with fresh batteries.
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When not using the remote control for a long period of time, remove the batteries.
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Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them into a fire.
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Do not subject the remote control to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it.
•
Do not attempt to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. Wipe it with a clean, damp
cloth.
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Chapter 3 Getting Started
Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that plays when you turn on your TV for the first time.
Follow the on-screen directions to easily setup your new HDTV.
1. Insert batteries into the remote control.
2. Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on your HDTV, and then plug the power
cord into an AC wall socket.
3. Gather the devices your want to connect to your HDTV. Don’t connect them yet. We will help you
do that in the Setup App.
4. Turn on your TV. The Setup App will automatically play and guide your thru the initial setup of
your HDTV. Use the arrow and OK buttons to navigate through the Setup App. During the setup
process you will:
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Activate your new remote control for Bluetooth
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Connect to the Internet
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Add your TV channels (unless you have a cable/satellite set-top box)
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Connect your devices and set up your remote to control them
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Chapter 4 Using your HDTV for the first time
Connecting to the Internet
Set up the Internet connection using the initial Setup App or the Network Menu in the HDTV Settings App.
Your HDTV has 802.11n dual-band wireless, so you can connect your TV to the Internet through your
wireless home network. Or you can also connect to the Internet by plugging in an Ethernet cable from
your Internet connection into the Ethernet port on your HDTV. A wired connection may provide a more
consistent connection depending on the conditions in your home environment. See the Network Menu on
page 50 for detailed information on setting up your Internet connection.
Selecting an Input Source
Select the input source for your HDTV by pressing INPUT on the remote
control or side of the TV. Pressing this button will cycle you through the
following options: TV, AV (Composite), COMP (Component), HDMI-1, HDMI2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, HDMI side, and RGB (VGA).
Turn on your device and you will see a picture on your HDTV. If there is no
picture, make sure you have selected the correct input on your HDTV.
Note: If the selected device is RF connected, your HDTV needs to be in TV
mode and on either channel 3 or channel 4 matching the channel which has
been selected on the back of the VCR, Cable Box, External TV Tuner or
Satellite Receiver. Please refer to Owner or User’s Manual of such equipment
for details.
Setting the Time Zone & Daylight Savings
1. Press the VIA button.
2. Press ◄ or ► on the remote control
to select the HDTV Settings App,
and then press OK. The Main Menu
will be displayed.
3. Press ◄, ►, ▲, or ▼ on the remote
control to highlight HDTV Settings,
and then press OK to select it. The
Input Source sub-menu will be
highlighted.
4. Press ▲ or ▼ on the remote control
to highlight Time & Local Settings,
and then press ► to select it. The
Time Zone sub-menu will be
highlighted. Press ◄ or ► to select
your time zone.
5. Press ▼ to scroll down to Daylight
Savings, and then press ◄ or ► to
set to On or Off.
6. Press EXIT to return to your program.
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Watching a TV Program
Before you start watching TV, please make sure that any cable, satellite or off-air antenna connections
are secure. Also, verify that the power cord is plugged into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge
protector.
1. Turn on the TV. The VIZIO logo on the front will change from orange to white.
2. Select the input to which your device is connected that provide TV programming (i.e. TV, HDMI,
COMP).
Note: You should be able to see a picture. If you do not, make sure that all of your HDTV connections
are secure and you have selected the correct video input source. Each press of INPUT will cycle through
the available inputs. Press INPUT until the input associated with the device you want to view is shown.
3. When using the TV input, press the CH ▲ or ▼ buttons to change the channel. The channel
buttons will not work if you are watching a program using the HDMI, Component, or AV (S-Video
or Composite) inputs.
4. Press LIST or OK to view the available channels. Press ▲ or ▼ to scroll through the list and
press OK to select a channel.
Viewing Digital TV Program Information
INFO Button
When the channel is changed or when you press INFO, an information header is shown over the picture
for a few seconds. Each press of the INFO button will display more information about the program:
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GUIDE Button
When you press GUIDE on the remote control, the guide is shown on the screen displaying information
provided by the broadcaster about the current and upcoming programs,
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Press ◄ or ► to go to the previous or next channel in the guide.
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Press ▲ or ▼ to scroll through the list and view information about upcoming programs.
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The guide will close automatically or you can press EXIT to close it manually.
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Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA)
VIA Sidebar
Select an App and press OK to launch
the Sidebar. The Sidebar contents
vary by App.
VIA Dock
Press ◄ or ►
to scroll
through all of
the Apps in the
VIA Dock.
Press OK to
open an App.
Widget Gallery
Select this to discover more
Apps and download them to
the TV. This gallery is
constantly being updated so
check back often!
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HDTV Settings App
Adjust TV functions like
brightness, contrast,
Parental Controls, and
Network settings.
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Profile App
Create a unique name,
picture and set of Apps in
the VIA Dock. Set up a
profile for each member of
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Connecting Equipment
Which Video Connection Should I Use?
You have six options for connecting your video equipment box to your HDTV from a basic connection to
the most advanced for digital displays. Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which
option is the right one for you.
Connection
Quality (type)
Best
(digital)
Connector
Description
HDMI delivers the best image quality of any of the cable types available
and it’s all done over one cable. You get a great picture and cut down on
your cable clutter. HDMI provides digital quality and amazing sound so if
your TV has HDMI, this is the connection type you should be using.
Best
(digital)
----------Compatible
(analog)
Connect your antenna or coaxial cable to watch TV programming. This
cable usually comes from your cable box or right out of the wall.
Best
(analog)
The RGB (VGA) port allows you to connect your computer so you can
use the TV as your monitor.
Better
(analog)
Component consists of three cables for transmitting video and two
cables for transmitting audio: one red and one white. Component video
provides a sharper image than Composite video and should be used
instead of composite when possible. However, because it is still an
analog connection, it won’t provide the high-quality video and audio that
HDMI can produce.
Compatible
(analog)
Using a unique connector, S-Video provides a sharper image than
Composite video. However, S-Video is generally not ideal for highdefinition video signals. Use HDMI or Component for high-definition
signals.
Composite consists of one yellow cable for transmitting video and two
cables for transmitting audio: one red and one white. It is capable of
transmitting stereo sound and standard definition video (480i). While it
provides a good image, it has lower image quality than HDMI or
Composite. So try to use one of those connections first.
Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 8,
and 12 foot lengths. Visit www.vizio.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details.
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Connecting Your Cable or Satellite Box
Using HDMI (Best)
Cable and Satellite Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal
results. To maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and
30 foot lengths. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for details.
1. Turn off your HDTV and cable/satellite box.
2. Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your cable/satellite box and the other end to the
HDMI 1, 2, 3 or SIDE jack on your HDTV.
3. Turn on the power to your HDTV and your cable/satellite box.
4. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, or HDMI Side using the INPUT button on the remote
control or side of the TV.
5. Program your cable/satellite box to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup on
page 45 for more information on setting up your remote.
Note:
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The HDMI input on your HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP).
HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for added
security and protection.
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Refer to your cable/satellite set-top box user manual for more information about the video output
requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator.
HDMI Connections for Cable or Satellite Boxes with DVI
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Turn off the power to your HDTV and HDTV cable/satellite box.
Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your cable/satellite box and the HDMI end
to the HDMI 3 jack on your HDTV.
Connect the audio cables (white and red) from the DVI audio output jacks on the
cable/satellite box to the HDMI 3 L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV.
Turn on the power to your HDTV and your cable/satellite box.
Select HDMI-3 using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
Program your cable/satellite box to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup
on page 45 for more information on setting up your remote.
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Using Component Video (Better)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Turn off your HDTV and cable/satellite box.
Connect the component cables (green, blue, and red) from your cable/satellite box to the
COMPONENT jacks on your HDTV.
Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your set-top box to the COMPONENT L and R
AUDIO jacks on your HDTV.
Turn on your HDTV and cable/satellite box.
Select Comp using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
Program your cable/satellite box to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup
on page 45 for more information on setting up your remote.
Using S-Video (Better)
1. Turn off your HDTV and set-top box.
2. Connect the S-VIDEO cable from your set-top box to the S-VIDEO jack on your HDTV.
3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your set-top box to the S-VIDEO/AV L and R
AUDIO jacks on your HDTV.
4. Turn on your HDTV and set-top box.
5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
6. Program your cable/satellite box to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup on
page 45 for more information on setting up your remote.
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Using Composite Video (Compatible)
1. Turn off your HDTV and set-top box.
2. Connect the video cable (yellow) from your set-top box to the AV jack (yellow) on your HDTV.
3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your set-top box to the S-VIDEO/AV L and R
AUDIO jacks on your HDTV.
4. Turn on your HDTV and set-top box.
5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
6. Program your cable/satellite box to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup on
page 45 for more information on setting up your remote.
Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Compatible)
1. Turn off the power to your HDTV.
2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital cable to the DTV/TV
CABLE/ANTENNA connector on your HDTV.
3. Turn on the power to your HDTV.
4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
5. Search for new channels. See the Auto Channel Search menu on page 44 for more information
on scanning for channels.
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Connecting Your DVD Player
Using HDMI (Best)
DVD players that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected using HDMI for optimal results. To
maintain image quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 15, and 30 foot
lengths. Visit www.VIZIO.com or call 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) for details.
1. Turn off your HDTV and DVD player.
2. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI 1, 2,
3 or SIDE jack on your HDTV.
3. Turn on the power to your HDTV and your DVD player.
4. Select HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, or HDMI Side using the INPUT button on the remote
control or side of the TV.
5. Program your DVD player to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup on page 45
for more information on setting up your remote.
Note:
•
The HDMI input on your HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP).
HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for added
security and protection.
•
Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements.
HDMI Connections for DVD Players with DVI
1. Turn off your HDTV and DVD player.
2. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player and the HDMI end to the
HDMI 3 Jack on your HDTV.
3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from the DVI audio output jacks on the DVD player to
the HDMI 3 L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV.
4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and your DVD player.
5. Select HDMI-3 using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
6. Program your DVD player to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup on page 45
for more information on setting up your remote.
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Using Component Video (Better)
1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and DVD player.
2. Connect the component cable (green, blue, and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT
jacks on your HDTV.
3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your DVD player to the COMPONENT L and R
AUDIO jacks on your HDTV.
4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and DVD player.
5. Select COMP using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
6. Program your DVD player to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup on page 45
for more information on setting up your remote.
Using S-Video (Better)
1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and
DVD player.
2. Connect the S-VIDEO cable from your DVD player to the S-VIDEO jack on your HDTV.
3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your DVD player to the S-VIDEO/AV L and R
AUDIO jacks on your HDTV.
4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and DVD player.
5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
6. Program your DVD player to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup on page 45
for more information on setting up your remote.
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Using Composite (AV) Video (Compatible)
1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and DVD player.
2. Connect the Video cable (yellow) from your DVD player to the S-VIDEO/AV jack on your HDTV.
3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your DVD player to the S-VIDEO/AV L and R
AUDIO jacks on your HDTV.
4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and DVD Player.
5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
6. Program your DVD player to work with your VIZIO remote control. See the Device Setup menu on
page 45 for more information on setting up your remote.
Connecting Coaxial (RF)
Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard or Digital TV
1. Turn off the power to your
HDTV.
2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable to the DTV/TV
CABLE/ANTENNA connector on your HDTV.
3. Turn on the power to your HDTV.
4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
5. Search for new channels. See the Auto Channel Search menu on page 44 for more information
on scanning for channels.
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Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera
Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output
requirements of the product.
Using S-VIDEO
1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and VCR or video camera.
2. Connect the S-VIDEO cable from your VCR or video camera to the S-VIDEO jack on your HDTV.
3. Connect the audio cables on your VCR or video camera to the corresponding L and R AUDIO
jacks on your HDTV.
4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and VCR or video camera.
5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
6. Program your VCR to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup on page 45 for
more information on setting up your remote.
Using AV
1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and VCR or video camera.
2. Connect the yellow AV cable from your VCR or video camera to the AV jack on your HDTV.
3. Connect the audio cables on your VCR or video camera to the corresponding L and R AUDIO
jacks on your HDTV.
4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and VCR or video camera.
5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
6. Program your VCR to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup on page 45 for
more information on setting up your remote.
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Connecting a Home Theater System
Using RCA
1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and home theater.
2. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio
connectors on the home theater and connect the other end to the L
and R AUDIO OUT jacks on your HDTV.
3. Turn on the power to your HDTV and home theater.
4. Press MENU. The HDTV Settings App. opens.
5. Press ◄, ►, ▲, or ▼ to select HDTV Settings, and then press
SELECT.
6. Press ▼ to select Audio, and then press SELECT.
7. Press ▼ to select TV Speakers, and then press SELECT.
8. Press ► to select OFF so the sound from your HDTV will be routed
through your home theater system.
9. Adjust other audio settings in the menu as desired.
10. Press EXIT to close the HDTV Settings App.
11. Program your home theater to work with your VIZIO remote control.
See Device Setup on page 45 for more information on setting up
your remote.
Note:
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Refer to your home theater user manual to select the corresponding audio input.
•
The audio output is not amplified and cannot be connected directly to external speakers.
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Using Optical (SPDIF)
If your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it from your sound system
to the OPTICAL digital audio out on your HDTV. This is active when receiving audio with the programs
being viewed no matter what input is being used.
1. Connect one end of the optical cable to optical connectors on the home theater and the other end
to the OPTICAL jack on your HDTV.
2. Turn on the power to your HDTV and home theater.
3. Change the input on your home theater to optical. See your home theater user manual for more
information.
4. Program your home theater to work with your VIZIO remote control. See Device Setup on
page 45 for more information on setting up your remote.
Connecting a Computer
RGB (VGA)
COMPUTER
1. Set computer to a resolution supported by your HDTV (see Preset PC Resolutions on page 61). If
your computer supports it, we recommend 1920x1080.
2. Turn off the power to your HDTV and computer.
3. Connect the RGB (VGA) cable from your computer to the RGB PC jack on of your HDTV.
4. Connect the 1/8-inch audio cable from your computer to the RGB PC Audio jack on your HDTV.
This step is optional and only needed if you want to transmit audio from the computer through the
TV.
5. Turn on the power to your HDTV and computer.
6. Select RGB (VGA) using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
Note: Refer to your PC computer user manual for more information about the video output requirements.
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Using HDMI
1. Turn off your HDTV and computer.
2. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your computer and the other end to the HDMI 3 jack
on your HDTV.
3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from the audio output jacks on the computer to the
HDMI 3 L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV.
4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and your computer.
5. Select HDMI-3 using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV.
Ethernet Connection
The Ethernet function on your HDTV is used to access the Internet. Your HDTV also has 802.11n dualband wireless, so you can connect your TV through your wireless home network. A wired connection can
sometimes deliver a more consistent connection depending on the conditions in your home environment.
See the Network Menu on page 50 for detailed information on setting up your Internet connection.
1. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable (not supplied) to the Ethernet jack on your TV.
2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to your home network (usually your router). Your
home network must have broadband Internet access such as cable or DSL. See the Network
Menu on page 50 for detailed information on setting up your Internet connection. If you need
additional help setting up your wireless network, please refer to the user manual for your router or
contact the manufacturer of either your router or your Internet service provider if they provided the
router for you.
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Chapter 5 Using VIA
Connecting to the Internet
VIA delivers popular online content right to your HDTV! When you press the VIA button on your remote,
the Apps Dock appears along the bottom of your screen with a selection of different Apps that let you
watch movies, TV shows, listen to music, or get weather and news information all on demand.
A high-speed Internet connection is required to receive product updates and to access your favorite
online content. You have the option to connect your TV to the Internet with either wired networking using
an Ethernet cable or with wireless networking if you have a wireless Internet connection. See the Network
Menu on page 50 for detailed information on setting up your Internet connection.
Navigating the VIA Dock
VIA Sidebar
Select an App and press OK to launch
the Sidebar. The Sidebar contents
vary by App.
VIA Dock
Press ◄ or ►
to scroll
through all of
the Apps in the
VIA Dock.
Press OK to
open an App.
Widget Gallery
Select this to discover more Apps
and download them to the TV. This
gallery is constantly being updated
so check back often!
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Adjust TV functions like
brightness, contrast,
Parental Controls, and
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Profile App
Create a unique name,
picture and set of Apps in
the VIA Dock. Set up a
profile for each member of
your household.
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Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA)
VIA puts the best of the web right on your TV screen, giving you the convenience of on-demand movies,
TV shows, social networking, music, photos, news, weather and more at the push of the VIA button.
Navigating Apps
Use these buttons on your remote control to navigate around the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on
your HDTV:
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YELLOW—Press to move or delete an App from the
VIA Dock. Also, if this button is available in the App's
sidebar, press to bookmark the current screen of the
App. The next time you scroll the VIA dock, press ▲
or ▼ while the App is highlighted in the dock and you
will see your bookmark appear with the latest
information from the App.
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BLUE—Press to switch to another screen size for the
video playing on the TV while the HDTV Settings App
or any other App is open on the left side of the TV. As
you press the blue button you will see the image change.
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RED—Press to exit from the active App or from the VIA Dock.
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GREEN—Press to view settings for the current App running on the screen.
Adding Apps
VIA comes with some Apps pre-loaded but there are many more
Apps you can download and add to your TV. Use the Widget
Gallery to browse and discover new Apps that are available. This
gallery is constantly being updated so check back often!
1. Press the VIA button.
2. Press ◄ or ► to select Widget Gallery, and then press
OK.
3. Press ▲or ▼ to select to browse one of the categories,
and then press OK to select.
4. Press ▲or ▼ to choose an App. Apps with a green
checkmark are the Apps currently on your VIA Dock.
5. Press OK to select the App. A progress bar will appear and
your new App will be added to your VIA Dock when
downloading has finished.
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Deleting Apps
1. Press the VIA button.
2. Press ◄ or ► to select the App you want or delete, and then press the Yellow button.
3. Press the Red button to delete the App.
4. A message will appear asking if you want to permanently delete it. Press the Red button
to delete the App.
5. Once the App has been deleted, press the Yellow button to exit.
Note: The Widget Gallery, HDTV Settings App, and Profile App cannot be deleted.
Moving Apps
1. Press the VIA button.
2. Press ◄ or ► to select the App you wish to move and then press the Yellow button.
3. Press the Blue button.
4. Press ◄ or ► to move the App to the desired location on the VIA Dock.
5. Press the Yellow button to drop the App in place.
Using Profiles
The Profile App allows you to set up a user profile that you can customize to have your own personal set
of Apps in the VIA Dock. Each profile will have a unique name and avatar/picture so each member of your
household can create and have their own profile!
Creating a New Profile
1. Press the VIA button.
2. Press ► to select the Profile App, and then press OK.
3. Press ▼ to select Administrative Controls, and then press
OK.
4. Press ▼ to select Create Profile, and then press OK.
5. Complete the required fields to create a profile. You can:
a. Create a name
b. Select an avatar (picture)
c. Create a PIN (password)
d. Set who can access the profile
6. Press ▼ to select Done. Your new profile has been created.
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Switching Profiles
1. Press the VIA button.
2. Press ◄ or ► to select the Profile App, and then press OK.
3. Press ▼ to select Switch Profile, and then press OK.
4. Press ▼ to select the profile you want to switch to, then press OK. The Profile loads and
the VIA Dock appears with the set of Apps associated with that Profile.
Editing your Profile
1. Press the VIA button.
2. Press ◄ or ► to select the Profile App, and then press OK.
3. Press ▼ to select Switch Profile, and then press OK.
4. Select the profile you want to edit, and then press OK. The Profile loads and the VIA
Dock appears.
5. Press ◄ or ► to select the Profile App, and then press OK.
6. Press ▼ to select Profile Settings, and then press OK.
7. Modify the required fields to change the profile using your remote.
8. Press ▼ to select Done.
Removing a Profile
1. Press the VIA button.
2. Press ◄ or ► to select the Profile App, and then press OK.
3. Press ▼ to select Administrative Controls, and then press OK.
4. Press ▼ to select Remove Profile, and then press OK.
5. Press ▼ to select the Profile you wish to remove, and then press OK.
6. A message will appear asking if you want to delete the profile. Press ▼ to select OK, and
then press OK. The Profile will be deleted.
Updating your TV
Your HDTV has the ability to download and automatically install product updates. All you need is an
Internet connection – wired or wireless. We will perform product updates whenever your TV is turned off.
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Chapter 6 Adjusting Your HDTV Settings
Using the HDTV Settings App
The remote control or the buttons on the side of the TV can control all the function settings. The HDTV
Settings App allows you to adjust contrast, brightness and other settings. The TV will save changes made
to the settings, even if the TV is turned off.
The HDTV Settings App consists of several menu options. The main menu options may vary depending
on your selected input source.
Note: Some of the main menu options may have additional submenus, for example, the TV Rating
submenu for Parental Controls.
1. Press the VIA button.
2. Press ◄ or ► on the remote control to select the HDTV
Settings App, and then press OK. The Main Menu will be
shown on the screen.
3. Press ◄, ►, ▲, or ▼ on the remote control to select one of
the menu options:
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Input
•
Wide
•
CC
•
Sleep Timer
•
TV Settings
•
PIP
•
Network
•
Bluetooth
• Help
4. Press OK to select the option or feature you want to adjust.
5. Once the menu option is displayed, press ▲ or ▼ on the
remote control to select one of the items to adjust.
6. Press OK to select it, and then press ◄, ►, ▲, or ▼ to adjust the selection.
7. Press BACK once to return to the previous screen. To return to your program once adjustments
have been completed, you can do one of the following:
a. Press the EXIT button on the remote control.
b. Press the RED button on the remote control.
c. Highlight and select the RED X in any menu.
Input Menu
Select the Input Source for your HDTV. Choose from TV, AV (Composite), Comp (Component),
HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, HDMI Side, and RGB (VGA).
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Wide Menu
Select how the picture displays on the screen. As you select an option, you will see the screen adjusting
to the different sizes. The options vary depending on the selected input and the TV program:
High Definition TV programs: Normal, Zoom, and Stretch.
Standard definition TV programs: Zoom1,
Zoom2, Normal, and Panoramic.
AV: Zoom1, Zoom2, Normal, and Panoramic
Comp (Component): Zoom1, Zoom2, Normal,
and Panoramic.
HDMI: Zoom1, Zoom2, Normal, and Stretch.
Normal
The original aspect ratio is preserved. This is recommended for HDMI and
RGB (computer) viewing so you can see the whole picture without the
image overstretching beyond the viewing area. If you experience “noise”
along the border switch to Zoom 1. For 720p, 1080i, 1080p only.
Panoramic
When watching a standard broadcast or full frame movie in this
mode, the 4:3 aspect ratio image is stretched horizontally on the
left and right sides to fill the TV screen. The center of the image
is not stretched.
Stretch Mode
When watching a standard broadcast with black bars on the
sides, the image will stretch to fill the TV screen. People will
appear wider than they really are. If you are watching a
widescreen (1.85:1 or 2.35:1 source) program or movie, there
will still be black bars at the top and bottom.
Zoom
Zooms in by 14% to crop the top and bottom bars for 2.35:1 film resolutions for 16:9 broadcast
formats.
Zoom 1
When watching a standard broadcast or full-frame movie in this
mode, the image is stretched proportionately to fill the TV screen.
When watching a widescreen (1.78:1 source) program or movie,
the display image fills the TV screen. If you are watching a
widescreen (1.85:1 or 2.35:1 source) program or movie, there will
still be black bars at the top and bottom.
Zoom 2
Zooms in by 14% to crop the top and bottom bars for 2.35:1 film resolutions. For 480i/p, 4:3 only.
Note: When in PIP/POP the screen is fixed in Zoom1 mode.
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CC Menu
To select the options in the CC sub-menu, press the OK or ►. A new menu will be displayed showing the
following CC settings:
Analog Closed Caption
The CC feature is available when watching regular analog TV. Select from Off, CC1, CC2, CC3,
and CC4. Closed Caption for regular TV is usually CC1 or CC2.
Digital Closed Caption
The CC feature is available when watching digital TV. Select from Off, CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, CS1, CS2,
CS3, CS4, and CS5. Closed Caption for regular TV is usually CC1 or CC2.
Digital CC Style
The Digital CC Style feature is available when watching digital TV.
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•
•
•
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Caption Style: Select either As Broadcaster or Custom.
If Custom is selected you can customize the way Closed
Caption is displayed. The options available are:
Text Size: Make CC text larger or smaller.
Color: Choose a text color for CC display
Opacity: Make text more or less transparent.
Background Color: Choose a background color for CC
text.
BG Opacity: Make the background for CC text more or
less transparent.
Frame Color: Choose a text frame color for CC text.
Window Opacity: Make the text frame for CC text more or
less transparent.
Sleep Timer Menu
Set the timer on to have the TV automatically turn off in 30, 60, 90, 120, or 180 minutes.
TV Settings Menu
1. Press ▲ or ▼ on the remote control to select a TV Settings option.
2. Once the menu option is highlighted, press ► on the remote control to
select and adjust the setting.
3. Press BACK once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to
return to your program if the task has been completed.
Input Source
Select the Input Source for your HDTV. Choose from TV, AV (Composite),
Comp (Component), HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, HDMI Side, and
RGB (VGA).
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Picture
Picture Mode
Choose from Standard, Movie, Game, Vivid, Football, Golf, Basketball, Baseball, and
Custom. Each input (i.e. HDMI, COMP, etc) remembers the custom setting you created.
Backlight
The backlight level adjusts the lamp current and this affects the
overall brilliance of the picture but does not affect the Brightness
(black level) or Contrast (white level) of the picture.
Brightness
The brightness adjusts the black levels in the picture. If the
brightness is too low you will not be able to see the detail in darker
parts of the picture and if the brightness is too high the picture will
look washed out.
Contrast
The contrast adjusts the white levels in the picture. If the contrast is
too low the picture will look washed out and if the contrast is too
high you will not be able to see any detail in the bright parts of a
picture.
Color
Color adjusts the amount of color in the picture.
Tint
The tint adjusts the hue of the picture. The easiest way to set tint is to look at flesh tones and
adjust for a realistic appearance. In most cases, the default middle position is correct. If people’s
faces look too orange try reducing the level of color first.
Sharpness
The sharpness adjustment adjusts the sharpness of the edges of elements in the picture. It does
not produce detail that otherwise does not exist. This adjustment is helpful when viewing
(Standard Definition) sources.
Size & Position
Note: Size & Position option can only be selected when your HDTV is in Comp or HDMI mode.
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Horiz. Position: Adjust the horizontal position of the picture.
Vertical Position: Adjust the vertical position of the picture.
Horizontal Size: Adjust the horizontal size of the picture.
Vertical Size: Adjust the vertical size of the picture.
Color Temperature
Color Temperature is the “warmness” or “coolness” of the white areas of the picture.
• Color Temperature Choose from Cool, Computer, Normal, or Custom. Cool produces
a blue-hued image. Computer sets the white point at the established setting for a PC
display (9300K). Normal is the setting for television broadcasting. Custom allows you to
set a preset calibrated for a white point to suit individual preferences:
o Red Gain
o Green Gain
o Blue Gain
o Red Offset
o Green Offset
o Blue Offset
• Reset Color Temperature: Select to reset color temperature settings to factory default.
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Advanced Picture
To select the options in the Advanced Picture sub-menu, press ►. A new menu will be displayed
showing the advanced functions available for fine tuning of the picture.
Smooth Motion Effect
The Smooth MotionTM Effect option activates Motion
Estimation/Motion Compensation (ME/MC), which
suppresses motion judder, or “stuttering” of the image
when the camera pans across a scene, or there is
horizontal motion in the scene. Choose from Off, Low,
Middle, or High.
Real Cinema Mode
The Real Cinema Mode option allows selection of the type
of compensation used for the Smooth MotionTM Effect
option. Choose from Off, Precision and Smooth.
Noise Reduction
This feature diminishes picture artifacts caused by the
digitizing of image motion content that may be present in
the picture. Choose from Off, Low, Medium, or High.
Color Enhancement
This feature increases the picture reproduction
performance of the picture by reducing oversaturation of
certain colors and improving flesh tones. Choose from Off,
Normal, Rich Color, Green/Flesh, and Green/Blue.
Adaptive Luma
Large areas of brightness in the picture will result in a higher Average Picture Level (APL)
and the overall picture will look too light. This feature will lower the APL to counteract this
effect. Choose from Off, Low, Medium, Strong, or Extend.
Film Mode
Choose from Off or Auto. When set to Off it will stay at 60 fps. When set to Auto, the TV
will detect the cadence (for example at 24 frames/second for film, or normal video at 60
fps).
Smart Dimming
Improves contrast ratio through intelligent control of the LED backlight.
Reset Picture Mode
Return all picture settings to factory default. A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to
cancel it. Press either ◄ or ► to make the selection, and then press OK to accept it.
Note: Only settings under the Picture menu will be reset.
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Audio
Audio Mode
Choose from Jazz, Classical, Pop, Rock, or Flat.
Balance
Adjust the sound to the left or the right.
Lip Sync
Lip Sync is designed to adjust the audio of the program being
viewed so that it matches the movement of the lips of someone
talking on the screen.
TV Speakers
Turn the internal speakers On or Off. You may want to turn the
internal speakers off when listening to the audio through your
Home Theater System.
Advanced Audio
To select the options in the Advanced Audio sub-menu, press ►. A
new menu will be displayed showing the advanced functions available for fine tuning of the audio.
SRS TruSurround HD
This option sets the SRS True Surround HD surround sound process. Choose from On or
Off.
Note: When SRS TruSurround HD is On, Equalizer
adjustments are not available.
SRS TruVolume
When the programming switches to a commercial or when
changing from channel to channel, volume fluctuations
occur. When turned On, SRS TruVolumeTM provides the
listener with a comfortable and consistent volume level.
VIZIO recommends turning TruVolume off when listenting
to music content.
Digital Audio Out
This option allows selection of the type of processing for
the SPDIF (Optical connector) when used with a home
theater system. Select to choose from Dolby Digital, PCM,
or Off.
Analog Audio Out
This option sets the volume control properties when using
the RCA (white and red) connectors as audio line out to
connect a home theater system. Choose from Fixed or Variable. When set to Variable,
volume from the external speakers will change when you change the volume setting on
the TV. When set to Fixed, the volume can only be changed by the settings on the
external stereo system.
Audio Control
Select which device the VIZIO remote control adjusts. Choose from TV or External.
When set to TV, the VIZIO remote will control the audio of the TV speakers. When set to
External, the VIZIO remote will control the audio of your selected device.
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Device Setup
This feature allows you to add audio devices to your HDTV and control them with your
VIZIO remote control. This feature was also available during the initial Setup App. The
feature is not available in TV mode.
Pick Device Type
Select the type of device that is connected to your HDTV. Choose from VCR,
DVD Player, Blu-Ray Player, Sat Receiver, Cable Box, DVR, or None.
Pick Device Brand
Select the brand name of the device that is connected to your HDTV. The brand
names will vary based on the device type selected above.
Confirm Remote Connection
Automatically program the VIZIO remote control to allow it to control your device.
1. Turn the device On.
2. Point the VIZIO remote directly at the device.
3. Press OK to select Confirm Remote Connection. The TV will attempt to
communicate with the device.
4. Point the VIZIO remote at the device and the press the Input power
button. The device should turn off. If it does, select It worked and press
OK. If it does not power off, select Try the Next Code. Repeat until you
find a code that works.
Equalizer Settings
To select the options in the Equalizer sub-menu, press OK. A new menu will be displayed
showing the volume levels of different frequencies (pitches).
Note: The Equalizer Settings menu will only be available when SRS TruSurround HD is set to Off.
Audio Mode
Choose from Jazz, Classical, Pop, Rock, or Flat.
EQ Mode
Choose from Basic or Advanced. When set to Basic, the equalizer options are Bass
and Treble. When set to Advanced, more options for fine tuning become available.
Starting from lowest to the highest frequencies, these options are 120 Hz, 500 Hz, 1.5
kHz, 5 kHz and 10 kHz. Press ▲ or ▼ to adjust to adjust the selected frequency to your
preference. Values above 0 will boost the volume at that frequency and values below 0
will attenuate the volume.
Reset Audio Mode
Return all Audio settings to factory default. A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to
cancel it. Press ◄ or ► to make the selection, and then press OK to accept it.
Note: Only settings under the Audio menu will be reset.
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Tuner
When you first turned on your HDTV you scanned for channels using the Setup App. If you did not do this
or if your setup has changed, you can do this from the Tuner menu.
Note: The tuner option can only be selected when your HDTV is in TV input mode.
Tuner Mode
Select Cable or Antenna depending
upon which equipment you have
attached to the DTV / TV Input.
Auto Channel Search
Automatically search for TV channels
that are available in your area. Be
sure to first select the correct tuner
mode above. The TV will search for
analog and digital channels. When the
search is done, press EXIT to begin
watching your programs.
Partial Channel Search
If you believe channels are missing
from the auto search, you can do a
partial channel search to look for
channels in a certain channel range
again. Select to scan for Analog,
Digital,
or
both
Analog/Digital
channels, and then select From Channel, To Channel and then select Start. For a listing of
digital TV stations in your area, visit www.antennaweb.org.
Add Analog Channel
Manually add missing channels. Enter the channel number, and then select Add Channel to add
that channel to your list of available channels. For a listing of digital TV stations in your area,
visit www.antennaweb.org.
Skip Channel
After the TV has stored all of the available digital channels in
memory you will find that some channels are too weak to watch
comfortably or they may be channels you do not want to see. Press
OK to select the channel to be skipped when using ▲ or ▼. An X
will appear in channels you have selected to skip. You will still be
able to select this channel using the number buttons on the remote
control.
Analog MTS
This feature allows you to select the different languages the
broadcaster is transmitting the audio with the program you are
watching. This signal is usually Spanish. Choose from Mono, Stereo,
or SAP.
Digital MTS
This feature allows you to select the different languages the
broadcaster is transmitting the audio with the program you are
watching. This signal is usually Spanish. Choose from English,
French, or Spanish.
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Name Input
This feature makes it easier for you to recognize the devices you have connected to your HDTV when
you press INPUT. For example, if you have a Blu-Ray DVD player connected to the HDMI1 input, you can
have the input label read HDMI-1 BluRay instead of just HDMI-1. You can select from 10 preset labels or
you can make your own custom label that is up to 24 characters long and contains letters, numbers,
and/or symbols.
To use one of the 10 preset labels:
1. Highlight Input Source, and then press OK to show the
list of inputs.
2. Press ▼ to select the input label you want to change, and
then press OK.
3. Highlight Input Labels, and then press OK to show the
list of 10 preset labels.
4. Press ▼ to select the new input label name, and then
press OK.
To make your own custom label:
1. Highlight Input Source, and then press OK to show the
list of inputs.
2. Press ▼ to select the input label you want to change, and
then press OK.
3. Press ▼ until the cursor is in the blank space under Input
Labels.
4. Slide the remote control open and begin typing in a new
label name. You can also select Show Keyboard and use
the on-screen keyboard instead of the remote control.
5. Highlight and select Done when you have finished changing the names of the input
labels.
Device Setup
This feature allows you to add devices to your HDTV and control them
with your VIZIO remote control. This feature was also available during the
initial Setup App. Note: The feature is not available in TV mode. Once the
input source is changed from TV to the selected device input, the remote
will control that device. Note: this option is not available when the Input
Source is set to TV.
Input Source
Select the input source your device is connected to on your HDTV.
Choose from TV, AV (Composite), Comp (Component), HDMI-1,
HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, HDMI Side, and RGB (VGA).
Pick Device Type
Select the type of device that is connected to your HDTV. Choose
from VCR, DVD Player, Blu-Ray Player, Sat Receiver, Cable
Box, DVR, or None.
Pick Device Brand
Select the brand name of the device that is connected to your
HDTV. The brand names will vary based on the device type
selected above.
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Confirm Remote Connection
Automatically program the VIZIO remote control to allow it to
control your device.
1. Turn the device on.
2. Point the VIZIO remote directly at the device.
3. Press OK to select Confirm Remote Connection. The
TV will attempt to communicate with the device.
4. Point the VIZIO remote at the device and the press the
Input power button. The device should turn off. If it does,
select It worked and press OK. If it does not power off,
select Try the Next Code. Repeat until you find a code
that works.
Parental Controls
If you want to restrict certain channel and program viewing, you can do
this by turning on the Parental Control. Selected programs, movies and
channels can then be made available only after an authorized password
has been entered and accepted by the TV.
To select the options in the Parental sub-menu, press OK and then enter a
password. The default password set in the factory is 0 0 0 0.
Note: The Parental menu does not appear when the input mode is set to
HDMI.
A new menu will be displayed showing the following Parental settings:
Rating Enable
Select from ON or OFF. If set to OFF, you will not be able to set
the USA-TV, USA-Movie, CAN-English, or CAN-French Ratings.
Channel Locks
Block individual channels from being displayed.
USA-TV
Note: When Enable Ratings is set to OFF, USA-TV adjustments
are not available.
Press OK to block (locked) or allow (unlocked) channels by the
following US TV ratings:
TV-Y—All children
TV-Y7—Older children
TV-G—General audience
TV-PG—Guidance suggested
TV-14—Strongly cautioned
TV-MA—Mature audience
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You can also customize the TV ratings for the following content:
A—All sub-ratings
D—Sexual dialog
L—Adult language
S—Sexual situations
V—Violence
FV—Fantasy violence
USA-Movie
Note: When Enable Ratings is set to OFF, USA-Movie
adjustments are not available.
Press OK to block (locked) or allow (unlocked) channels by the
following US Movie ratings:
G—General audience
PG—Parental guidance suggested
PG-13—Recommended for children 13 years of age or
older
R—Mature audience
NC-17—No one under 17 years of age
X—No one under 17 years of age
CAN-English
Note: When Enable Ratings is set to OFF, CAN-English
adjustments are not available.
Press OK to block (locked) or allow (unlocked) channels by the
following Canadian English ratings:
C—Children
C8+—Children 8 years or older
G—General Programming, suitable for all audiences
PG—Parental guidance
14+—Viewers 14 years or older
18+—Adult programming
CAN-French
Note: When Enable Ratings is set to OFF, CAN-French adjustments are not available.
Press OK to block (locked) or allow (unlocked) channels by the following Canadian French
ratings:
G—General audience
8 ans+—General – not recommended for young children
13 ans+—Not suitable for children under 13 years of age
16 ans+—Not suitable for under 16 years of age
18 ans+—Adults only
Block Unrated Shows
Block programming that does not have a rating.
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Change PIN
Enter a new, 4-digit password using the number buttons on the
remote control. Enter it a second time to confirm you entered it
correctly.
Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a
secure place. The Reset Locks feature does NOT reset the
password.
RESET LOCKS
Return all Parental Control lock settings to factory default. A
screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it. Press
◄ or ► to make the selection, and then press OK to accept it.
Menu Language
Select to change the language of the menu. The default is English. You can also select French or
Spanish.
Time & Local Settings
Time Zone
Setting the correct Time Zone for your area will ensure that the
correct program times are shown after pressing GUIDE.
Daylight Saving
Setting the daylight saving time for your area will ensure that the
correct program times are shown after pressing GUIDE.
Postal Code
Enter your 5-digit postal (ZIP) code
personalized for your location.
to
receive content
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PIP Menu
Your TV features PIP mode so you can watch two pictures at the same
time. One picture is displayed as the full screen (main screen) and the
other picture is displayed in a small window (sub screen).
Note: PIP is only available when the Rating Enable option in Parental
Controls is set to Off.
PIP Mode
Select from Off, PIP (Picture-inside-picture) or POP (Pictureoutside-picture). In PIP mode a smaller sub-screen is displayed
on top of the main screen. In POP mode the main screen and
sub-screen are of equal size and are positioned side-by-side.
PIP Source
Select the input source for the sub-screen. The input sources
available will vary according to which input is used for the main
screen.
SUB
Comp
(Component)
HDMI-1
HDMI-2
HDMI-3
HDMI-4
RGB (VGA)
(Computer)
TV
9
9
9
AV (Composite)
9
9
9
MAIN
TV
AV
(Composite)
Comp (Component)
9
9
HDMI-1
9
9
9
9
HDMI-2
9
9
9
9
HDMI-3
9
9
9
9
HDMI-4
9
9
9
9
HDMI Side
9
9
9
9
9
9
RGB
(Computer)
9
(VGA)
9
“9” – Indicates which inputs are available for PIP and POP modes.
Position
Select where you want the PIP screen positioned over the main screen. Choose from Top Left,
Top Right, Bottom Left, and Bottom Right.
Size
Set the size of the PIP window. Choose from Small, Medium or Large.
Audio
Select which source will play the audio. Choose from the Main screen or the PIP (sub) screen.
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Network Menu
When you first turned on your HDTV you set up your network connection using the Setup App. If you did
not do this or if your setup has changed, you can do this from the Network menu.
The Ethernet function on your HDTV is used to access the Internet. Your HDTV also has 802.11n dualband wireless, so you can connect your TV to the Internet through your wireless home network. A wired
connection may deliver a more consistent connection depending on the conditions in your home
environment. When you enter the Network Menu you will see your current connection method.
Wired Connection
View that your wired connection is set to Connected. This is not an option
that you can adjust. It is for information only.
Manual Setup
Select to view and/or manually change your network settings.
Change Settings
Select to manually change your network settings such as the IP
Address, the Subnet Mask, the Default Gateway, the Preferred
DNS Server, and the Alternate DNS Server.
Warning: unless you are an advanced user and are comfortable with
wired and wireless networks, do not adjust these settings.
Test Connection
Select this option to test your network connection.
Wireless Connection
Wireless Access Points
If there is no wired connection, the wireless menu will be displayed and you will see a list of
available wireless networks. You will also see that your Wired Connection is set to Disconnected.
1. Press ▼ to select your wireless network,
and then press OK. If you do not see your
wireless network in the list, select More
Access Points and then press OK.
2. If the network is password protected, enter
the secure access code you created when
setting up your wireless router. Slide the
remote control open and begin typing in the
code. You can also select Show Keyboard
and use the on-screen keyboard instead of
the remote control. When you are finished
entering the code, select Connect.
Note: If you have forgotten your secure access code,
please refer to the user manual for your wireless
router or contract the manufacturer or either your router or your Internet Service Provider if they
provided the router for you.
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More Access Points
Select this option to show more wireless networks in the list.
Select this option to refresh the list of available wireless networks.
Manual Setup
Warning: unless you are an advanced user and are comfortable with wired and wireless
networks, do not adjust these settings.
•
Change Settings: Use this option to manually enter the advanced settings of your
network, such as the IP Address, the Subnet Mask, the Default Gateway, the
Preferred DNS Server, and the Alternate DNS Server.
•
Test Connection: Select this option to test your network connection.
Enter Access Point Name
Select this option to connect to hidden networks. Slide the remote control open and begin typing
in the name of the network (SSID).
Note: If you are not sure of the name of your hidden wireless network, or need additional help seeing
up your wireless network, please refer to the user manual for your wireless router or contract the
manufacturer or either your router or your Internet Service Provider if they provided the router for you.
Bluetooth Menu
The menu allows you to pair (activate) your VIZIO remote control and other Bluetooth devices to work
with your HDTV. Future automatic product updates may add support for other Bluetooth devices. When
you enter the menu you will see a list of currently paired devices.
Unpair Devices
Select to unpair Bluetooth devices other than the VIZIO remote control. The VIZIO remote that
came with your HDTV cannot be unpaired.
Pair Devices
Select to pair the VIZIO remote or to
search for other Bluetooth devices.
1. Turn on your Bluetooth device
and set it to pairing mode. See
the user manual that came with
your
device
for
more
information.
2. Select Start Searching for
Devices with your remote.
3. When the search is complete,
the device will appear in the list
of currently paired devices.
4. Press BACK to return to the
previous menu.
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Help Menu
System Info
Display information about your TV, such as the model name and current
software version.
Tech Logo
Select to turn the logo bar on the bottom of the TV On or Off.
Reset All Settings/Presets
Return all Picture and Audio settings to factory default. A screen will come
up to confirm your selection or to cancel it. Press ◄ or ► to make the
selection, and then press OK to accept it.
Clear Memory (Factory Default)
Return all settings to factory default, including your App settings, user names, and passwords. VIZIO
recommends doing this in the unlikely event that you will need to return your TV.
1. Enter your 4-digit password to access the Parental menu. The default password is 0000. A
screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it.
2. Press ◄ or ► to make the selection, and then press OK to accept it. Your memory will be
cleared and your system will restart.
3. Complete the initial Setup App to setup your TV.
PLEASE USE THE CLEAR MEMORY FEATURE TO ERASE ALL PERSONAL
SETTINGS BEFORE RETURNING THE TV.
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Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Cleaning the TV and Remote Control
1. Remove the power cable from the wall outlet.
2. Use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the TV and remote control. VIZIO
recommends using an HDTV cleaning solution which can be purchased at any major retailer.
3. Wring water out of the cloth before cleaning to prevent water from penetrating into the housing.
4. Wipe the TV and remote control with a dry cloth after cleaning.
Important:
•
Do not use volatile solvent (such as toluene, rosin and alcohol). Such chemicals may damage the
housing, screen glass, and remote control, and cause paint to peel.
•
The screen glass is very fragile. Do not scrape it with any sharp object.
•
Do not press or tap the screen to avoid cracking.
Troubleshooting Guide
If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the display in accordance with the
following instructions. Remember to check the peripherals to pinpoint the source of the failure. If the
display still fails to perform as expected, contact the VIZIO for assistance by calling 877-MYVIZIO (877698-4946) or e-mail us at [email protected].
TV/Display Troubleshooting
Issue
“No Signal” is shown on
display
“No RGB Signal. Power
will be turned off” is
shown on display
No power (VIZIO logo is
off)
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Solution
•
Press INPUT to select the correct input source for the device you are
attempting to use.
•
Insure that the desired device is powered ON.
•
Check the connections of external devices that may be connected to your
HDTV
•
Check video/device cable integrity. Try another cable (HDMI, Component,
AV/Composite, Coax etc.)
•
When using the RGB Input to connect to a computer, please insure that a
supported PC desktop resolution Is first selected.
•
If no computer is connected, press INPUT to select a different input source.
•
Note: If no computer is connected, and the input is not changed, the television
will power off.
•
Make sure your AC power cable is securely connected to the back of the
television and wall outlet.
•
Plug another electrical device into the outlet to insure the outlet is working
correctly.
•
Try another electrical outlet elsewhere in your home. Preferably on a different
circuit.
•
Try another AC power cable. Any standard 3 prong, grounded, UL approved
computer power cable can provide power to your television.
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Issue
Power is ON but there is
no image on the screen /
Black screen
Wrong or abnormal
colors/patterns
Side Control buttons do
not work
Poor image quality
Distorted image or
unusual sound
Solution
•
Make sure the power is ON (VIZIO Logo glows white).
•
Make sure all cables attached to your HDTV are connected to the correct
output of your external device.
•
Insure that the external device is powered ON
•
Adjust brightness, contrast or backlight.
•
Press INPUT to select the correct input source.
•
Note: Your HDTV will display the television station or program selected by the
cable box, VCR, external tuner, or satellite receiver. Use the remote control
that came with that component to change programs or channels
•
Perform a power cycle by: Removing the AC power cable from the back of
your television for 30 seconds. Reinsert the power cable and power on the
television
•
Check color and tint settings in the Picture Menu.
•
Reset Picture settings to default in the Picture Menu.
•
Check the video settings and compatibility of external devices
•
Check the video cables of external devices to make sure they are securely
connected at both ends.
•
Try another device on the same input.
•
If you are using an antenna, the signal strength of the channel may be low.
Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the
antenna to an alternate location in the room or close to a window.
•
Perform a power cycle by: Removing the AC power cable from the back of
your television for 30 seconds. Reinsert the power cable and power on the
television.
•
Press only one button at a time.
•
Perform a power cycle by: Removing the AC power cable from the back of
your television for 30 seconds. Reinsert the power cable and power on the
television
•
Standard Definition images will always be noticeably inferior to HD Quality
content. Press INFO to see what the current resolution of the image is. 720p,
1080i, and 1080p are all HD quality resolutions.
•
Check the video settings of your external device.
•
If you are using an antenna, the signal strength of the channel may be low.
Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the
antenna to an alternate location in the room or close to a window.
•
Reset Picture settings to default in the Picture Menu.
•
Check video/device cable integrity. Try another cable (HDMI, Component,
AV/Composite, Coax etc.)
•
Perform a power cycle by: Removing the AC power cable from the back of
your television for 30 seconds. Reinsert the power cable and power on the
television.
•
Check video/device cable integrity. Try another cable (HDMI, Component,
AV/Composite, Coax etc.)
•
Try the external device on another input.
•
Perform a power cycle by: Removing the AC power cable from the back of
your television for 30 seconds. Reinsert the power cable and power on the
television.
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Issue
Display image does not
cover the entire screen/
Black bars on the top or
side of the image
The TV has pixels (dots)
that are always dark or
colored
Image “noise/fuzz”
Aspect mode differs on
each input
Tips for High-Definition
Users
Tips for Letterbox Content
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Solution
•
Interference from electrical appliances, cars, motorcycles, or fluorescent lights
may affect television performance. If possible, move your HDTV to an
alternate location within your home.
•
Go to the Wide menu in HDTV Settings to view the available aspect modes
•
Check the video settings of your external device.
•
If using the RGB input (Computer), a supported PC desktop resolution must
be used.
•
If using the RGB input (Computer), Go to the Picture menu and select Auto
Adjust to fit the PC desktop to your HDTV..
•
Note: Depending on the resolution of the content being viewed, some modes
may not be available.
•
Check video/device cable integrity. Try another cable (HDMI, Component,
AV/Composite, Coax etc.)
•
Check other Inputs and external devices.
•
Remove all external devices to see if issue remains.
•
Perform a power cycle by: Removing the AC power cable from the back of
your television for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Reinsert the power cable and power
on the television
•
When your HDTV’s capabilities exceed a digital broadcast signal, the signal is
up-converted (increased) to match your TV’s display capabilities. Upconverting can cause image “noise” or “fuzz”.
•
If you are using an antenna, the signal strength of the channel may be low.
Make sure your antenna is connected securely to the TV and move the
antenna around the room or close to a window.
•
Check the video settings of your external device.
•
Check video/device cable integrity. Try another cable (HDMI, Component,
AV/Composite, Coax etc.)
•
Try the device on another input.
•
Perform a power cycle by: Removing the AC power cable from the back of
your television for 30 seconds. Reinsert the power cable and power on the
television.
•
Your HDTV retains the viewing mode from the last time you used a particular
input (AV, Component, HDMI and TV).
•
Your HDTV is an ideal platform for viewing High Definition Content.
•
Best image quality will be achieved by using an HDMI cable and input. The
next best is Component, followed by Composite. Note: Composite (AV and SVideo inputs) cannot carry an HD quality image signal.
•
Due to variances in broadcast practices, it is possible some image distortions
can occur.
•
Some Letterboxed (or “Widescreen”) versions of DVD movies are formatted
for standard 4:3 Televisions. Your HDTV has the ability to expand this content
so the entire screen is filled at the expense of image accuracy. To use this
function, select Wide from the HDTV Settings App.
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Audio Troubleshooting
Issue
Solution
•
Press Volume ► (Up) on the remote control or side of the TV.
•
Press MUTE on the remote control to make sure that MUTE is not ON.
•
Check the MTS Audio settings in the Tuner menu to insure they are set to
Stereo/English. ( TV input only )
•
Verify that the TV Speakers are On in the Audio menu.
•
Check the video/device cable integrity. Try another cable (HDMI, Component,
AV/Composite, Coax etc.)
•
Change audio settings of the external device.
•
If you are using an antenna, the signal strength of the channel may be low.
Make sure your antenna is connected securely to your HDTV and move the
antenna to an alternate location in the room or close to a window.
Audio volume differs on
each input
•
Your HDTV will retain the last used volume level for each input.
Low audio volume (TV
internal speakers)
•
Press the Volume up on the remote control.
•
Increase the volume of the external device using that device’s remote.
Distorted/popping audio
•
Check video/device cable integrity. Try another cable (HDMI, Component,
AV/Composite, Coax etc.)
•
Insure audio cables are tightly inserted into inputs.
•
Try another device.
•
Use another device input.
No audio
Bluetooth Troubleshooting
Issue
Solution
•
Insure that new batteries are inserted correctly into the remote.
•
Clear any previously saved pairing information in the remote using the
following steps: Open your Slider to expose your VUR10’s keyboard.
Press and hold the Q, P, and SPACE keys for approximately 10
seconds. Release all keys and remove the batteries from the remote.
Once removed, wait 3 seconds before reinserting the batteries.
Attempt the pairing procedure again.
•
At the time of this publication, the pairing of other Bluetooth devices is not
supported by your television. Please check www.vizio.com for the latest
product updates as this may change.
Unable to pair the VIZIO
Universal Remote Control
to the TV
Unable to pair another
Bluetooth device to the
TV
VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting
Issue
The installed apps are not
working correctly
Solution
•
If you are experiencing an issue with the functionality or features of an App,
please contact the App publisher directly. Click the green button while in the
Apps Sidebar view to see help information from the publisher.
•
Note: VIZIO is not responsible for customer service related to content and/or
services provided by the third parties who create the Apps. Any questions or
requests for service relating to the content or services should be made directly
to the specific App service providers
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Remote Control Troubleshooting
Issue
Solution
•
Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor on your TV (IR mode).
•
Remove any obstacles between the remote control and the remote sensor (IR
mode).
•
Replace dead batteries with new ones.
•
Your remote’s keyboard will not work unless it has been Bluetooth paired to
your HDTV. Pair your remote to improve response and performance.
The remote control will
not adjust TV Volume.
•
Check the Advanced Audio menu located in the HDTV Settings App. Audio
control must be set to TV.
Channel Up and Down
buttons will not work.
•
In the HDTV Settings App, select Tuner, then Auto Channel Scan. This must
be performed before attempting to change channels.
The remote control will
not work
Internet Connection Troubleshooting
Issue
I forgot my secure access
code.
Solution
•
Refer to the user manual for your wireless router or contact the manufacturer
of either your router or your Internet Service Provider if they provided the
router for you.
•
Refer to the user manual for your wireless router or contact the manufacturer
of either your router or your Internet Service Provider if they provided the
router for you.
•
Make sure the Internet connection is setup correctly. See Network Menu on
page 50 for detailed information.
•
Test the Internet connection to make sure it is working. See Network Menu
•
Disable MAC address filtering in your wireless router.
•
Update your wireless router or device with the latest software available from
the manufacturer’s website.
on page 50 for detailed information.
Wireless Connection
Issues
•
Use the correct password and or passphrase to connect to a secured network.
•
Check the network connectivity with other devices (such as a laptop or
desktop computer). If these devices also cannot connect, please reference
your wireless device’s User Manual for further configuration assistance.
•
Try a wired (Ethernet) cable directly from your broadband modem’s output
connection. A wired connection may deliver a more consistent
connection depending on the conditions in your home environment.
•
•
Insure that the Ethernet cable is securely inserted into your access point and
the back of the television.
Make sure the Internet connection is setup correctly. See Network Menu on
page 50 for detailed information.
Ethernet (Wired)
Connection Issues
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•
Test the Internet connection to make sure it is working. See Network Menu
on page 50 for detailed information.
•
Check network connectivity with other devices (such as computer).
•
Once an active Ethernet cable is plugged into your HDTV, you will see both
green and amber link lights.
•
If you require further assistance, please contact your Internet Service Provider.
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Telephone & Technical Support
Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than a defective product that may result in
unnecessary shipping charges billed to you. Our trained support personnel can often resolve the problem
over the phone. For more information on warranty service or repair, after the warranty period, please
contact our Support Department at the number below.
Customer support and quality service are integral parts of VIZIO’s commitment to service excellence.
For technical assistance contact our VIZIO Technical Support Department via email or phone.
Email: [email protected]
(877) 698-4946 Fax: (949) 585-9563
Hours of operation: Monday - Friday: 6 am to 9 pm
Saturday – Sunday: 8 am to 4 pm
Please have your VIZIO model number, serial number, and date of purchase available before you call.
VIZIO
Address:
39 Tesla
Irvine, CA 92618, USA
Telephone: (888) 849-4623 (949) 428-2525 Fax: (949) 585-9514
Web: www.VIZIO.com
Compliance
Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for
each area.
USA: UL
Canada: CSA
Germany: VDE
UK: BASE/BS
Japan: Electric Appliance Control Act
FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
1.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
4.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Notice:
1.
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
2.
Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with
the emission limits.
3.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized
modification to this equipment. It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such
interference.
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Chapter 8 Specifications
Specifications
Panel
Resolution
Pixel (Dot) Pitch
Display
Compatibility
Colors
Brightness
2
cd/m (typical)
Dynamic Contrast
Ratio
Response Time
Viewing Angle
54.64” Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio
1920 x 1080 pixels
0.630mm (H) x 0.630mm (V)
FHDTV (1080P)
1.06 Billion
500nits
2,000,000:1
5ms (typical)
178° (horizontal/vertical)
Rear Inputs
4x HDMI w/HDCP
1x Component plus stereo audio
1x S-Video plus stereo audio
Side Inputs
1x HDMI w/HDCP
3x USB (service only)
Outputs
Features
Special Features
1x 5.1 SPDIF Digital Optical Audio, 1x Stereo Audio
1080P FHDTV, HDMI v1.3a, 3D comb filter, Zero bright pixel guarantee, Dynamic Contrast
Ratio technology, HD game port, Game mode, Noise reduction, 10-bit video processing, MTS
stereo decoder, Digital amplifier, Dolby Digital for ATSC/QAM, Channel skip, Signal
Compatibility:480i (SDTV), 480P (EDTV), 720P (HDTV), 1080i (HDTV), 1080P (FHDTV),
Video/input naming capability, Closed caption, Parental control/V-Chip 2.0, Programmable
Timer, PIP/POP, SRS TSHD, SRS TruVolume, Broadband Internet and Services Connectivity
• Smooth MotionTM
• Smart Dimming
• SRS TruVolume, SRS TSHD
• Dynamic Contrast Ratio (DCR)
• Optimal Power Control (OPC)
Wireless
802.11n
Bluetooth
(HID, A2DP, AVRCP
Speakers
2x Built-in, 15W Speakers
Panel Life
40,000 hours to half the original brightness
Power
Input
Voltage Range
Power On
Consumption
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1x Composite Video and stereo audio (audio
shared with S-Video)
1x RGB
1x RF
IEC Connector for direct power line connection
100~240Vac at 50/60Hz
150W (AVG), <1W standby
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Environmental Conditions
Operating
Non-Operating
Dimensions
Net Weight
Temperature: 5°C~35°C, Relative Humidity: 20~80%, Altitude: 0~14,000 ft
Temperature: -20°C~50°C, Relative Humidity: 10~70%, Altitude: 0~40,000 ft
51.5"W x 35.9" H x 13.5" D with stand; 51.5" W x 33.9"H x 4.96" D without stand
90.1 lbs without stand, 80.7 lbs with stand
Gross Weight
111.4 lbs
Certifications
CSA, CSA-US, FCC Class B, BQB
Compliances
Energy Star 3.0. ATSC Spec A/65, EIA/CEA-766-A
*Product specifications may change without notice or obligation.
Note: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)
and the Consumer Electronics Retailers Coalition (CERC) have made a new tip sheet available for digital
television (DTV) retailers to reproduce and distribute to consumers on the sales floor. The file may be
downloaded online at www.dtv.gov. While you’re there, check out the other useful information in the FCC
is making available to consumers interested in learning more about the analog to digital transition.
Resolution through RGB Input
If your PC supports VESA Reduce Blanking timing via the RGB (VGA) card drive program (usually offered
by the RGB (VGA) Card Manufacturer), your TV set is equipped to have the 1920x1080 resolution display
through this connection using the following timing 138.5MHz. The following parameters are often the
values required by the software or programs to set up the display:
Parameters
Horizontal
Values (Pixels)
Vertical Values
(Lines)
1920
1080
Front Porch
48
3
Sync Width
32
5
Back Porch
80
23
2080
1111
66.587 kHz
58.934 Hz
P
N
Address
Total
Frequency
Sync Polarity
Pixel Rate (MHz)
138.5
Refresh Rate (Hz)
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Preset PC Resolutions
If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for
better picture quality (refer to the graphic card’s user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode).
See the table below for the factory preset resolutions.
Refresh
Horiz. Freq
Rate
(KHz)
(Hz)
Vert Freq
(Hz)
Vert
Horiz Sync
Sync
Polarity
Polarity
(TTL)
(TTL)
Pixel
Rate
(MHz)
Mode No.
Resolution
Remark
1
640 x 480
60
31.469
59.941
N
N
25.175 Windows
2
640 x 480
75
37.500
75.000
N
N
31.500 Windows
3
800 x 600
60
37.879
60.317
P
P
40.000 Windows
4
800 x 600
72
48.077
72.188
P
P
50.000 Windows
5
800 x 600
75
46.875
75.000
P
P
49.500 Windows
6
1024 x 768
60
48.363
60.004
N
N
65.000 Windows
7
1024 x 768
70
56.476
70.069
N
N
75.000 Windows
8
1024 x 768
75
60.023
75.029
P
P
78.750 Windows
9
720 x 400
70
31.469
70.087
N
P
28.322
10
◎1920 x 1080
60
66.587
59.934
P
N
138.50 Windows
DOS
Note: P: positive, N: negative, ◎: Primary mode
Using a Cable or Satellite Box Remote
Your VIZIO remote uses codes 000, 047, 050, 067, 329, 331 and 339 to work your HDTV. To use a cable
or satellite remote to control your HDTV, refer to your cable or satellite remote user guide for more
information on how to program the remote.
If your cable or satellite remote uses a 5-digit code (like most Direct TV units), first try 11758 and then, if
that does not work, 10178. If your cable or satellite remote uses a 4-digit code, try 1758 and then 0178 as
an alternative. If your cable or satellite remote uses a 3-digit code (Echostar or Dish Network for example),
use code 627.
Note: Some buttons may not function as expected on your cable or satellite remote. Typically power,
volume and mute will work.
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Limited Product Warranty
VIZIO provides a “ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY” against manufacturing defects in materials and
workmanship to the original purchaser of a new VIZIO display purchased from an authorized VIZIO U.S.
reseller and used in the fifty (50) United States or Puerto Rico.
VIZIO's Responsibility
VIZIO displays purchased new from an authorized VIZIO U.S. reseller and that are used in the fifty (50)
United States or Puerto Rico are warranted to be free from manufacturing defects in materials and
workmanship for one (1) year from the date of the original retail purchase. If the display fails to conform to
this limited warranty, VIZIO will, at its option and sole discretion, repair or replace the display.
Labor
During the one-year limited warranty period, VIZIO will provide, when needed, service labor to repair a
manufacturing defect. Repairs required on displays which are thirty (30) inches and larger generally will
be made “on-site” where the display is installed. The determination for performing the on-site repair is
dependent upon the manufacturing defect and is at VIZIO's option and sole discretion. Repairs required
on displays which are less than thirty (30) inches generally will be performed at a VIZIO service center.
Parts
Repairs may be made with new or recertified parts, or the entire unit may be replaced with a new or
recertified unit, at VIZIO's option and sole discretion. Replacement parts or replacement units provided
under this limited warranty are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period, or for
ninety (90) days from warranty service or replacement, whichever is later.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
To obtain warranty service, contact VIZIO Technical Support via email at [email protected], via
phone at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946), or via postal mail at VIZIO Technical Support, 39 Tesla, Irvine,
CA 92618. You must provide the model, serial number, and date of purchase. VIZIO Technical Support is
available from 6:00AM to 9:00PM Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, and 10:00AM to 2:00PM Pacific
Time, Saturday and Sunday. Please note that holiday hours may vary. For up to date information, please
visit www.VIZIO.com.
VIZIO reserves the right to assess all warranty claims and to determine if defects or damages are covered
by this limited warranty. In case of a claim that is not covered by this warranty, you will be contacted to
determine whether VIZIO should repair the damage for a fee or whether the product should be returned to
you as received by the service technician or service center.
Parts and service labor that are VIZIO's responsibility under this limited warranty will be provided without
charge. All other service is at the customer's expense. VIZIO reserves the right to charge the customer for
any service call for anything not covered by this limited warranty. Before you ask for warranty service,
please review your User Manual. You may avoid a service call and a service charge.
Please refer to the reverse side of this page for additional information regarding how to obtain warranty
service.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO VIZIO WITHOUT PRIOR
AUTHORIZATION.
Not Covered
This limited warranty does not cover the following: cosmetic defects; damage, malfunctions or failures
resulting from shipping or transit, improper or faulty installation, abuse, operation contrary to furnished
instructions, operation on incorrect power supplies, products not supplied by VIZIO, modification,
alteration, improper servicing or tampering; damage from fire, water, lightning, power surges, abnormal
environmental conditions or other acts of nature; normal wear and tear; unsatisfactory visual or audio
performance not caused by a manufacturing defect; or displays with a missing or unreadable serial
number. Operation of the display for commercial purposes or in applications or uses for which the display
is not intended is not covered by this limited warranty. "Image Sticking", caused by static images on the
screen for extended periods and or excessive brightness and contrast levels, is not covered by this
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limited warranty. Installation, removal, transportation and reinstallation of a display, and routine
maintenance and cleaning, are not covered by this limited warranty.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED OR DESCRIBED ABOVE.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF
TIME SET FORTH ABOVE. VIZIO'S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES AND DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING VIZIO'S NEGLIGENCE, ALLEGED
DAMAGE, OR DEFECTIVE GOODS, WHETHER SUCH DEFECTS ARE DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT,
SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DISPLAY. VIZIO SHALL NOT BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF USE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOST REVENUE OR LOST PROFITS, OR
OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY MENUS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR
EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to
state. This is the only warranty applicable; no one is authorized to extend or modify it or to grant any other
warranty on VIZIO's behalf.
Owner's Responsibility
To ensure warranty service, keep the dated bill or sales receipt as evidence of the purchase date and
location. This limited warranty applies only to original purchaser and is non-transferable.
Note: Warranty service conditions are subject to change. For the latest Warranty Terms and Conditions
and additional information regarding VIZIO's Limited Product Warranty, please see complete details
online at www.VIZIO.com.
VIZIO Return Policy
PLEASE USE THE CLEAR MEMORY FEATURE TO ERASE ALL PERSONAL
SETTINGS BEFORE RETURNING THE PRODUCT.
VIZIO's return policy allows for products purchased directly from VIZIO to be returned by the original
purchaser during the initial thirty (30) day period following the date of purchase. A VIZIO return
authorization number must first be obtained as provided below. The refund will be the purchase price
actually paid by the purchaser less a ten percent (10%) restocking fee per each item returned. Shipping
and handling are not refundable.
The return authorization number must first be obtained from VIZIO's Customer Service by emailing
[email protected] or by calling 949-428-2525, 6:00AM to 9:00PM Pacific Time, Monday
through Friday, and 10:00AM to 2:00PM Pacific Time, Saturday and Sunday. Please note that holiday
hours may vary. For up to date information, please visit www.VIZIO.com.
Products must be returned to the address specified by VIZIO Customer Service and must be shipped in
the original packaging, with freight prepaid to VIZIO, and must be received in new and unused condition.
The return authorization number must be included in the packaging. VIZIO reserves the right to assess
fees for any damaged or missing parts in addition to the ten percent (10%) restocking fee.
Return authorization numbers are valid for only fifteen (15) days from issuance. The customer is
responsible for and must prepay all shipping charges and shall assume all risk of loss or damage to the
product while in transit to VIZIO. If the product is returned to VIZIO (i) without a VIZIO return authorization
number, and/or (ii) beyond the fifteen (15) day period, and/or (iii) without proper packaging, VIZIO retains
the right to refuse delivery of such return or may return the unit to the customer at the customer's expense
and with no refund issued. This return policy does not apply to defective products. Please read VIZIO's
Limited Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions.
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On-Site Warranty Repair Procedure
On-Site Warranty Repair generally is performed on repairable displays which are 30 inches and
larger.
If VIZIO Technical Support determines that a problem with a display unit may be within the terms and
conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty and that an on-site repair may be performed, the
customer will be provided with an on-site repair authorization number and on-site repair instructions. The
determination for performing the on-site repair may be dependent upon the manufacturing defect and is at
VIZIO's option and sole discretion. Proof of purchase is required to confirm the product is within the oneyear limited warranty period and meets the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty.
On-site repair service is requested through VIZIO's third-party service provider. After VIZIO provides the
customer with the on-site repair (OSR) authorization number, the third-party service provider will contact
the customer and will schedule the repair at the customer's location. The total approximate time for the
repair process, which includes the repair diagnosis, dispatching the technician, shipping the replacement
part(s), and arranging the appointment with the customer, is completed within approximately 3 to 5
business days, pending availability of these factors.
If it is determined the product can not be repaired on-site, the customer will be required to ship the unit to
VIZIO's service center, per the below warranty replacement procedure.
VIZIO is not responsible for the de-installation or re-installation of the product. However, some standard
installation may be performed during the on-site repair, at VIZIO's option and sole discretion. Please read
VIZIO's Limited Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions.
Warranty Replacement Procedure
Warranty Replacement generally is performed on displays which are determined to be
economically unrepairable.
If VIZIO Technical Support determines that a problem with a display unit may be within the terms and
conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty and that a repair is not economically possible, based on
certain manufacturing defects in materials and/or workmanship, and/or at VIZIO's option and sole
discretion, the customer will be provided with a return authorization number and replacement instructions.
Proof of purchase is required to confirm the product is within the one-year limited warranty period and
meets the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty.
For displays forty-two inches (42") and larger, VIZIO will generally cover the transportation charges to
perform an on-site swap of the original unit with the replacement unit. For displays under forty-two inches
(42"), the customer is responsible for the transportation charges to VIZIO's service center. VIZIO will be
responsible for the return transportation charges from the service center to the customer. Please read
VIZIO's Limited Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions.
Mail-In Warranty Repair Procedure
Mail-In Warranty Repair generally is performed on displays which are smaller than 30 inches.
If VIZIO Technical Support determines that a problem with a display unit may be within the terms and
conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty and that a mail-in repair may be performed, the
customer will be provided with a return authorization number and mail-in repair instructions. Proof of
purchase is required to confirm the product is within the one-year limited warranty period and meets the
terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty.
The customer will be provided with instructions for packing and shipping the unit to the VIZIO service
center. The original carton box and packing material, or an equivalent as designated by VIZIO, must be
utilized. The cost of shipping to VIZIO's service center is at the customer's expense. After the product is
repaired and tested, the VIZIO service center will ship the unit back to the customer at VIZIO's expense.
VIZIO is not responsible for the de-installation or re-installation of the product. Please read VIZIO's
Limited Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO VIZIO WITHOUT PRIOR
AUTHORIZATION.
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VIZIO Internet Applications Disclaimer
VIZIO Internet Applications (“VIA”) affords the opportunity to access third party Internet product offerings
or services (“VIA Services”) on certain VIZIO TVs. The VIA Services accessible herein are provided as
per our agreement with these third parties. These agreements are subject to change, interruption,
suspension (including termination) at any time and for various reasons. VIZIO makes no warranties or
representations that any particular VIA Service will be accessible, available, function in any particular
manner or function at all.
To use these VIA Services, you must obtain access to the Internet, either directly or through devices that
access the Internet and pay any service fees associated with such access. In addition, you must provide
all equipment necessary to make such connection to the Internet including a modem or other Internet
access device.
VIZIO or said third parties providing VIA Services reserve the right to delete data from their servers, or
prevent access to their servers or to change data categories, product offerings or service levels for any
reason that VIZIO or said third parties deem sufficient in their sole discretion at any time, without notice.
Some or all of the data or functionality of VIA Services may require additional payment by you. However,
in no event will you be charged for any VIA Services unless those charges are made available to you in
advance. VIZIO makes no warranties or representations of any kind as to the accuracy, currency, or
completeness of any information contained on the data servers of such third party providers of any VIA
Services. Furthermore, we do not review, control, or endorse the content, products or services of VIA
Services or their data servers.
Your rights to use the widget links to access VIA Services is governed by the VIZIO Internet Applications
Software License Agreement (“VIA Software License Agreement”), the terms of which are available in
your Product Guide, all of which are incorporated herein by this reference. In the event of a conflict
between this VIZIO Internet Applications Disclaimer and the VIA Software License Agreement, the VIA
Software License Agreement shall control.
VIZIO INTERNET APPLICATIONS SOFTWARE LICENSE
AGREEMENT
THE FOLLOWING AGREEMENT EXPLAINS HOW YOU MAY USE THE VIZIO INTERNET
APPLICATIONS (“VIA”) TO ACCESS THIRD PARTY INTERNET PRODUCT OFFERINGS AND
SERVICES (“VIA SERVICES”) AND THE VIZIO SOFTWARE INSTALLED ON YOUR VIZIO HD TV. BY
USING THE VIZIO INTERNET APPLICATIONS, YOU CONSENT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ALL
OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS BELOW AND YOU MAY, SUBJECT TO THOSE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS, USE THE VIZIO SOFTWARE AND ACCESS THE VIA SERVICES.
VIZIO SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
The following terms and conditions govern the use of any software on your VIZIO HD TV:
1. General. The software, documentation and any fonts accompanying this License Agreement whether
on disk, in read only memory, on any other media or in any other form (collectively the "VIZIO Software")
are licensed, not sold, to you by VIZIO, Inc. ("VIZIO") for use only under the terms of this License
Agreement, and VIZIO reserves all rights not expressly granted to you. The rights granted herein are
limited to VIZIO's and its third party licensors' intellectual property rights in the VIZIO Software and do not
include any other patents or intellectual property rights. You own the media on which the VIZIO Software
is recorded or resides but VIZIO and/or its licensor(s) retain ownership of the VIZIO Software itself. The
terms of this License Agreement will govern any software upgrades provided or made available by or
through VIZIO that replace and/or supplement the original VIZIO Software, unless such upgrade is
accompanied by a separate license in which case the terms of that license will govern.
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2. Permitted Uses and Restrictions. This License Agreement allows you to use the VIZIO Software and,
through functions solely found within the VIZIO HD TV, this Agreement also allows you to install upgrades
thereto. The VIZIO Software may be used to access VIA Services and view materials so long as such use
is limited to materials in which you are authorized or legally permitted to view. You may not make the
VIZIO Software or VIA Services available over a network or where it could be used by multiple televisions
at the same time. Except as and only to the extent expressly permitted in this License Agreement or by
applicable law, you may not copy, decompile, reverse engineer, disassemble, modify, or create derivative
works of the VIZIO Software or any part thereof. THE VIZIO SOFTWARE AND VIA SERVICES ARE NOT
INTENDED FOR USE IN ANY EQUIPMENT OR ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH THE FAILURE OF THE
VIZIO SOFTWARE OR VIA SERVICES COULD LEAD TO DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY, OR SEVERE
PHYSICAL OR ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE.
3. Transfer. You may not rent, lease, lend, redistribute or sublicense the VIZIO Software or access to the
VIA Services. You may, however, make a one-time permanent transfer of all of your license rights to the
VIZIO Software to another party, provided that: (a) the transfer must include the VIZIO HD TV, including
all its component parts, original media, printed materials and this License Agreement; (b) you do not
retain any copies of the VIZIO Software, full or partial, including copies stored on a computer or other
storage device; and (c) the party receiving the VIZIO HD TV and VIZIO Software reads and agrees to
accept the terms and conditions of this License Agreement.
4. Consent to Use of Collected Data. You agree that VIZIO and its third party providers of VIA Services
may collect and use technical, non-technical and related information, including but not limited to
information about your use of the VIZIO Software, the VIA Services, content viewed and attached
peripherals, products or services purchased, that is gathered periodically to facilitate the provision of
software updates, product support and other services to you, including additional or different VIA Services
related to the VIZIO Software and to verify compliance with the terms of this License Agreement. VIZIO
and its third party providers of VIA Services and/or other providers may use this information, as long as it
is in a form that does not personally identify you, to improve our products or to provide services or
technologies to you.
5. VIA Services and other Services. The VIZIO software affords the opportunity to access third party
Internet product offerings or services (“VIA Services”). The VIA Services accessible herein are provided
as per our agreement with certain third parties. These agreements are subject to change, interruption,
suspension, removal (including termination) at any time and for various reasons. Moreover, VIZIO or its
third party providers of VIA Services reserve the right to delete data from their servers, or prevent access
to their servers or to change data categories, product offerings or service levels for any reason that
VIZIO or said third parties deem sufficient in their sole discretion at any time, without notice. VIZIO may
also impose additional or different limits on the use of or access to certain VIA Services, in any case and
without notice or liability. VIZIO makes no warranties or representations that any particular VIA Service
will be accessible, available, function in any particular manner or function at all.
Use of the VIA Services may require you to accept additional terms of service or end user license
agreements which will be presented to you before you can use such Services. Some or all of the data,
functionality of VIA Services may require additional payment by you. However, in no event will you be
charged for any VIA Services unless those charges are made available to you in advance.
6. Disclaimer as to Content on VIA Services. Certain VIA Services may include materials from third
parties or links to certain third party data servers. You acknowledge and agree that VIZIO is not
responsible for examining or evaluating the content or accuracy of any VIA Services, their data servers or
related third-party materials. VIZIO does not warrant or endorse and does not assume and will not have
any liability or responsibility for any third-party materials or websites, or for any other materials, products,
or services of third parties. Links to VIA Services and any associated links to other data servers are
provided solely as a convenience to you. To the extent provided, content types or descriptions of VIA
Services provided for convenience, and you acknowledge and agree that VIZIO does not guarantee their
accuracy. You understand that by using any of the VIA Services, you may encounter content that may be
deemed offensive, indecent, or objectionable, which content may or may not be identified as having
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explicit language. Nevertheless, you agree to use the VIA Services at your sole risk and that VIZIO shall
have no liability to you for content that may be found to be offensive, indecent, or objectionable.
You agree that you will not use any third-party materials in a manner that would infringe or violate the
rights of any other party, and that VIZIO is not in any way responsible for any such use by you.
7. Internet Access Required. To use these VIA Services, you must obtain access to the Internet, either
directly or through devices that access the Internet and pay any service fees associated with such access.
In addition, you must provide all equipment necessary to make such connection to the Internet including a
modem or other Internet access device.
8. Upgrades, Support. VIZIO or its third party providers may elect, but shall be under no obligation, to
provide you with customer support and/or software upgrades, enhancements, or modifications to the
VIZIO Software or VIA Services (collectively, "Support"), in its sole discretion, and may terminate such
Support at any time without notice to you. VIZIO and its third party providers reserve the right to charge
you for any Support it provides but will make a schedule of those charges available to you prior to your
incurring any costs.
9. Termination. This License is effective until terminated. Your rights under this License will terminate
automatically without notice from VIZIO if you fail to comply with any term(s) of this License Agreement.
Upon the termination of this License Agreement, you shall cease all use of the VIZIO Software and VIA
Services.
10. Limited Warranty on VIZIO Media. VIZIO warrants the media on which the VIZIO Software is recorded
and delivered by VIZIO to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a
period of ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase. Your exclusive remedy under this
Section shall be, at VIZIO’s option, a refund of the purchase price of the product containing the VIZIO
Software or replacement of the VIZIO Software which is returned to VIZIO or a VIZIO authorized
representative with a copy of the receipt. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES
ON THE MEDIA INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, OF SATISFACTORY QUALITY, AND OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO NINETY (90) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL
RETAIL PURCHASE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO Y OU. THE
LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH HEREIN IS THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE TO YOU AND IS
PROVIDED IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES (IF ANY) CREATED BY ANY DOCUMENTATION
OR PACKAGING. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY BY JURISDICTION.
11. Disclaimer of Warranties. YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT USE OF THE
VIZIO SOFTWARE AND VIA SERVICES (AS DEFINED ABOVE) IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK AND THAT
THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCURACY AND EFFORT IS
WITH YOU. EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY ON MEDIA SET FORTH ABOVE AND TO THE
MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE VIZIO SOFTWARE AND VIA SERVICES
ARE PROVIDED "AS IS", WITH ALL FAULTS AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND VIZIO
AND VIZIO’S THIRD PARTY PROVIDERS OF VIA SERVICES AND THIRD PARTY LICENSORS
(COLLECTIVELY REFERRED TO AS "VIZIO" FOR THE PURPOSES OF SECTIONS 10 AND 11)
HEREBY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE VIZIO
SOFTWARE AND SERVICES, EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND/OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, OF
SATISFACTORY QUALITY, OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OF ACCURACY, OF
QUIET ENJOYMENT, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. VIZIO DOES NOT
WARRANT AGAINST INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE VIZIO SOFTWARE OR VIA
SERVICES, THAT THE FUNCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE VIZIO SOFTWARE OR VIA SERVICES WILL
MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, THAT THE OPERATION OF THE VIZIO SOFTWARE OR VIA
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SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT DEFECTS IN THE VIZIO
SOFTWARE OR VIA SERVICES WILL BE CORRECTED. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR
ADVICE GIVEN BY VIZIO OR A VIZIO AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SHALL CREATE A
WARRANTY. SHOULD THE VIA\ZIO SOFTWARE OR VIA SERVICES PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU
ASSUME THE ENTIRE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. SOME
JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR LIMITATIONS
ON APPLICABLE STATUTORY RIGHTS OF A CONSUMER, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION AND
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
12. Limitation of Liability. TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL VIZIO
BE LIABLE FOR PERSONAL INJURY, OR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR
LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR ANY OTHER COMMERCIAL
DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE
VIZIO SOFTWARE OR VIA SERVICES, HOWEVER CAUSED, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF
LIABILITY (CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE) AND EVEN IF VIZIO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATION OF
LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, OR OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO
THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. In no event shall VIZIO’s total liability to you for all
damages (other than as may be required by applicable law in cases involving personal injury) exceed the
amount of twenty five dollars ($25.00). The foregoing limitations will apply even if the above stated
remedy fails of its essential purpose.
13. Export Control. You may not use or otherwise export or re-export the VIZIO Software except as
authorized by United States law and the laws of the jurisdiction in which the VIZIO Software was obtained.
In particular, but without limitation, the VIZIO Software may not be exported or re-exported (a) into any
U.S. embargoed countries or (b) to anyone on the U.S. Treasury Department's list of Specially
Designated Nationals or the U.S. Department of Commerce Denied Person’s List or Entity List. By using
the VIZIO Software, you represent and warrant that you are not located in any such country or on any
such list. You also agree that you will not use these products for any purposes prohibited by United
States law, including, without limitation, the development, design, manufacture or production of missiles,
or nuclear, chemical or biological weapons.
14. Controlling Law and Severability. This License Agreement will be governed by and construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of California, as applied to agreements entered into and to be
performed entirely within California between California residents. This License Agreement shall not be
governed by the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, the
application of which is expressly excluded. If for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction finds any
provision, or portion thereof, to be unenforceable, the remainder of this License Agreement shall continue
in full force and effect.
15. Complete Agreement; Governing Language. This License Agreement constitutes the entire
agreement between the parties with respect to the use of the VIZIO Software licensed hereunder and
supersedes all prior or contemporaneous understandings regarding such subject matter, with the
exception of any additional terms and conditions you are required to accept if you choose to access VIA
Services which will govern your use of such VIA Services. No amendment to or modification of this
License Agreement will be binding unless in writing and signed by VIZIO. Any translation of this License
Agreement is done for local requirements and in the event of a dispute between the English and any nonEnglish versions, the English version of this License Agreement shall govern.
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Index
Accessories ................................................................ 9
Adjustments
Input ..................................................................... 11
Volume ................................................................. 11
Advanced Adjustments ............................................ 37
Antenna .................................................................... 22
Apps
Adding .................................................................. 34
Moving ................................................................. 35
Navigating ............................................................ 34
Using .................................................................... 34
Aspect Ratio ............................................................. 38
Audio Menu
Adjustments ......................................................... 42
Advanced Audio ................................................... 42
Analog Audio Out adjustments ............................. 42
Audio Control ....................................................... 42
Audio Mode .......................................................... 42
Audio Mode adjustments ...................................... 43
Balance ................................................................ 42
Device Setup ........................................................ 43
Digital Audio Out .................................................. 42
Equalizer Settings ................................................ 43
Lip Sync ............................................................... 42
Reset Audio Mode................................................ 43
SRS TruVolume ................................................... 42
SRS TSHD (surround sound) adjustments .......... 42
TV Speakers ........................................................ 42
Blocking Channels ................................................... 46
Bluetooth .................................................................. 51
Bluetooth Remote Control ........................................ 13
Brightness ................................................................ 40
Cable Box
Connecting ........................................................... 23
Cleaning ................................................................... 53
Closed Caption......................................................... 39
Coaxial connection
Satellite box.......................................................... 28
Coaxial Connection
Cable TV .............................................................. 28
Color ........................................................................ 40
Component Cables .................................................. 22
Composite Cable...................................................... 22
Computer
Connecting ........................................................... 31
Resolutions .......................................................... 60
Connecting
Antenna ................................................................ 12
Audio .................................................................... 12
AV Cable .............................................................. 12
Bluetooth .............................................................. 51
Component Cable ................................................ 12
Composite Cable.................................................. 12
Computer ............................................................. 31
Computer ............................................................. 12
Ethernet ............................................................... 32
Ethernet ............................................................... 12
HDMI .................................................................... 12
RGB ..................................................................... 31
S-VIDEO Cable ....................................................12
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Connecting Equipment
Cable .................................................................... 23
DVD ..................................................................... 26
Home Theater ...................................................... 30
Rear Panel Connections ...................................... 12
Satellite Box ......................................................... 23
Video Camera ...................................................... 29
Contrast ................................................................... 40
Controls
Front Panel........................................................... 11
Left Panel ............................................................. 11
Daylight Savings ...................................................... 18
Daylight Savings setting ........................................... 48
Device Setup ............................................................ 16
Device Setup ............................................................ 45
DTV Transition ........................................................... 4
DVD Player
Connecting ........................................................... 26
DVI
Cable Box ............................................................ 23
DVD Player .......................................................... 26
Satellite Box ......................................................... 23
Equalizer .................................................................. 43
Ethernet (wired) Settings .......................................... 50
Ethernet Connection ................................................ 32
Factory Default ......................................................... 52
Firmware Updates .................................................... 36
Getting Started ......................................................... 17
GUIDE Button .......................................................... 19
HDMI ........................................................................ 22
HDTV Location ........................................................... 9
Help .......................................................................... 52
Home Network Connection ...................................... 32
Home Theater
Connecting ........................................................... 30
INFO Button ................................................. 19, 21, 33
Input Source
Choosing ..............................................................18
Naming ................................................................. 45
Input Source ............................................................. 39
Inputs
Antenna .................................................................. 4
Connectors ........................................................... 22
Installation services .................................................... 9
Internet
Connecting ..................................................... 18, 33
Connecting for VIA ......................................... 18, 33
Maintenance ............................................................ 53
Navigating VIA ......................................................... 15
Network .................................................................... 50
Network Menu
Bluetooth .............................................................. 51
Ethernet (wireless) ............................................... 50
Wireless ............................................................... 50
Package
Contents ................................................................. 8
Opening ................................................................. 8
Panoramic ................................................................ 38
Parental Controls ..................................................... 46
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Block Unrated Programming ................................ 47
Canadian-English Rating ..................................... 47
Canadian-French Rating ...................................... 47
Change PIN.......................................................... 48
Channel Block ......................................................46
Rating Enable....................................................... 46
Resetting the Locks.............................................. 48
USA-Movie Rating................................................ 47
USA-TV Rating..................................................... 46
Password
Change ................................................................ 48
Picture Menu ............................................................ 40
Adaptive Luma ..................................................... 41
Advanced Video ................................................... 41
Backlight .............................................................. 40
Brightness ............................................................ 40
Color .................................................................... 40
Color Enhancement ............................................. 41
Color Temperature ............................................... 40
Contrast ............................................................... 40
Film Mode ............................................................ 41
Noise Reduction ................................................... 41
Picture Mode ........................................................ 40
Real Cinema ........................................................ 41
Reset Picture Mode .............................................. 41
Sharpness ............................................................ 40
Size & Position ..................................................... 40
Smooth Motion ..................................................... 41
Tint ....................................................................... 40
PIP ........................................................................... 49
Audio .................................................................... 49
Mode .................................................................... 49
Position ................................................................ 49
Size ...................................................................... 49
Source .................................................................. 49
Postal Code setting .................................................. 48
Profile App ......................................................... 21, 33
Profiles
Creating ............................................................... 35
Editing .................................................................. 36
Removing ............................................................. 36
Switching .............................................................. 36
Using .................................................................... 35
Remote Control
A/V Functions ....................................................... 15
Batteries ............................................................... 13
Bluetooth Activation ............................................. 13
Device Setup ........................................................ 16
Front ..................................................................... 14
Precautions .......................................................... 16
TV Functions ........................................................ 14
Universal .............................................................. 16
Using Cable or Satellite Remote .......................... 61
VIA buttons........................................................... 34
VIA Functions ....................................................... 15
Reset all settings ...................................................... 52
RGB ......................................................................... 22
Resolutions .......................................................... 60
Safety Instructions...................................................... 2
Safety Strap ............................................................. 10
Satellite Box
Connecting ........................................................... 23
Search for channels ................................................. 44
Sharpness ................................................................ 40
Sidebar ............................................................... 21, 33
Skip Channel ............................................................ 44
Sleep Timer .............................................................. 39
Software Updates..................................................... 36
Specifications ........................................................... 59
Stretch ...................................................................... 38
S-Video .................................................................... 22
Tech Logo ................................................................ 52
Technical Support .................................................... 58
Time Zone ................................................................ 18
Time Zone setting .................................................... 48
Tint ........................................................................... 40
Troubleshooting ....................................................... 53
Tuner Menu
Add Analog Channel ............................................ 44
Analog MTS ......................................................... 44
Auto Search ......................................................... 44
Digital MTS........................................................... 44
Partial Channel Search ........................................ 44
Skip Channel ........................................................ 44
Tuner Mode .......................................................... 44
TV Menu .................................................................. 37
TV Settings App ........................................... 21, 33, 37
Closed Caption Menu ........................................... 39
Help Menu ............................................................ 52
Input Menu ........................................................... 37
Network Menu ...................................................... 50
PIP Menu ............................................................. 49
Sleep Timer Menu ................................................ 39
TV Settings Menu................................................. 39
Wide Menu ........................................................... 38
TV Settings Menu
Device Setup ........................................................ 45
Menu Language ................................................... 48
Name Input........................................................... 45
Parental Controls ................................................. 46
Time & Local Settings .......................................... 48
Tuner Menu .......................................................... 44
Updates .................................................................... 36
VIA
Apps ..................................................................... 34
Connecting to the Internet .............................. 18, 33
Exploring ........................................................ 21, 33
Remote Control .................................................... 34
Sidebar ........................................................... 21, 33
Using .................................................................... 33
VIA Dock ........................................................ 21, 33
VIA Dock ............................................................ 21, 33
Wall mounting .......................................................... 10
Warranty .................................................................. 62
Watching TV
Getting your Programs ......................................... 19
Program Information ............................................ 19
Wide ......................................................................... 38
Widget Gallery.......................................................... 34
Widget Gallery.................................................... 21, 33
Wireless Settings ..................................................... 50
Zoom ........................................................................ 38
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