Vizio D55F-E0, D48F-E0, D55F-E2, D50F-E1, D43F-E2 User Manual

VIZIO

INSTALLATION GUIDE

D32f-E1, D39f-E1, D43f-E1, D43f-E2, D48f-E0, D50f-E1, D55f-E0 & D55f-E2

Please read this guide before using the product.

Safety Information

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Your TV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your TV from being damaged, the following instructions should be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your TV. Read the following safety instructions before operating your TV. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.

•To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before connecting other components to your TV.

•Read these instructions.

•Keep these instructions.

•Heed all warnings.

•Follow all instructions.

•Do not use this apparatus near water.

•Clean only with dry cloth.

•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

•Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply

cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

•When moving your TV from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature, condensation may form in the housing. Wait before turning on your TV to avoid causing fire, electric shock, or component damage.

•A distance of at least three feet should be maintained between your TV and any heat source, such as a radiator, heater, oven, amplifier etc. Do not install your TV close to smoke. Operating your TV 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 TV and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place your TV in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided.

•Never push any object into the slots and openings on your TV cabinet. Do not place any objects on the top of your TV. Doing so could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids on your TV.

•Your TV 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 applypressure or throw objects at your TV. This may compromise the integrity of the TV. 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.

•When connected to a power outlet, power is always flowing into your TV. 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 TV that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

•Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock.

•The wall socket should be installed near your TV and easily accessible.

•Onlypowerofthemarkedvoltagecan beusedforyourTV.Anyothervoltage 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 TV during a lightning storm or when it will not be used for long period of time. This will protect your TV from damage due to power surges.

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•Do not attempt to repair or service your TV 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.

•WARNING: Keep your TV away from moisture. Do not expose your TV to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into your TV, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock.

•Do not use your TV 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 TV yourself.

•Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If your TV 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 TV may cause fire or electric shock.

•Do not install your TV in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. Operating your TV in environments with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock.

•Follow instructions for moving your TV. Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are unplugged before moving your TV.

•When unplugging your TV, hold the AC/DC power adapter, not the cord. Pulling on the power cord may damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock. When your TV 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. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

•If any of the following occurs, contact the dealer:

•The power cord fails or frays.

•Liquid sprays or any object drops into your TV.

•Your TV is exposed to rain or other moisture.

•Your TV is dropped or damaged in any way.

•The performance of your TV changes substantially.

•This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

•The mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

•CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any

servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

•The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intendedtoalerttheusertothepresenceofuninsulatedDANGEROUS VOLTAGE within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.

•Please use caution around the TV: pulling or pushing on the TV may cause the TV to tip or fall over resulting in personal injury and/or property damage.

•WARNING: Exposure to loud sounds can damage your hearing causing hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing or buzzing in the ears). With continued exposure to loud noises, ears may become accustomed to the sound level, which may result in permanent damage to hearing without any noticeable discomfort.

•Install the TV where it cannot be pulled, pushed or knocked over.

•Do not allow children to hang onto the product.

•Store the accessories (remote, batteries, etc.) in a location safely out of the reach of children.

•The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages television viewing for children younger than two years of age.

•Use only with a UL-listed wall mount bracket rated for the weight/ load of the television.

•WARNING: Never place a television set in an unstable location. A television set may fall, causing serious personal injury or death. Many injuries, particularly to children,can be avoided by takingsimple precautions such as:

•Using cabinets or stands recommended by the manufacturer of the television set.

•Only using furniture that can safely support the television set

•Ensuring the television set is not overhanging the edge of the supporting furniture.

•Not placing the television set on tall furniture (for example, cupboards or bookcases) without anchoring both the furniture and the television set to a suitable support.

•Not placing the television set on cloth or other materials that may be located between the television set and the supporting furniture.

•Educating children about the dangers of climbing on furniture to reach the television set or its controls.

•If your existing television set is being retained and relocated, the same considerations as above should be applied.

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Television Antenna Connection Protection

Ground Clamp									Antenna Lead In Wire
									Antenna Discharge Unit
									(NEC Section 810-20)
									Grounding Conductors
									(NEC Section 810-21)
									Ground Clamps
							Power Service Grounding Electrode System
Electric Service Equipment
							(NEC ART 250, part H)

•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.

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Table of Contents
Safety Information............................................................................................	ii
Television Antenna Connection Protection....................................................	iv
Package Contents..............................................................................................	vii
Basic Remote.....................................................................................................	8
Inserting and Replacing Batteries...................................................................	9
Installing the TV Stands....................................................................................	10
First-Time Setup................................................................................................	12
Viewing the On-Screen User Manual..............................................................	17
Accessibility Settings.........................................................................................	19
Connecting to the Internet with Wi-Fi.............................................................	20
Getting Started with VIZIO Internet Apps Plus®............................................	22
Additional Connections....................................................................................	24
Connecting an Audio Device............................................................................	24
Top Tips..............................................................................................................	26
Regulatory Information....................................................................................	27
Limited Warranty..............................................................................................	28
Limited Warranty Mexico.................................................................................	30
Legal Information..............................................................................................	32

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Package Contents

VIZIO TV Display			TV				Power
			Stands				Cable

Quick Start Guide	IR Remote	4 x Phillips
(1 x English, 1 x French/ Spanish)	w/Batteries	Screws

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Basic Remote

APP LAUNCHER

Quickly launch the pictured App.

(Also turns the TV on if it is off.)

INPUT

Change the currently-displayed input.

A/V CONTROLS

Control USB media player and some apps.

CLOSED CAPTIONS

Open the closed caption menu.

For video description hold key for 10 seconds.

EXIT

Close the on-screen menu.

OK

Select the highlighted menu option.

BACK

Go to the previous on-screen menu.

VOLUME UP/DOWN

Increase or decrease loudness of the audio.

MUTE

Turn the audio off or on.

WIDE

Change the display mode.

For Zoom Mode hold key for 10 seconds.

NUMBER PAD

Manually enter a channel.

ENTER

Confirm channel or passcode entered using the number pad.

*Long key press for accessibility options may be shorter than 10 seconds.

POWER

Turn TV on or off.

MENU

Display the on-screen menu.

INFO

Display the info window.

ARROW

Navigate the on-screen menu.

GUIDE

Display the info window.

V BUTTON

Open the VIA dock.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

Change the channel.

LAST

Return to the channel last viewed.

PIC

Opens the picture mode menu.

For Text to Speech hold key for 10 seconds.

DASH

Use with number pad to manually enter a digital sub-channel.

(For example, 18-4 or 18-5.)

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Inserting and replacing batteries.

Two AAA batteries are included for you to use with

the basic remote control.

1

To insert/replace the batteries:

1.Remove the battery cover by pressing gently on the logo and sliding away from the remote. Insert two AAA batteries (included).

2. Be sure to align the + and - signs on the batteries	2
and remote. Gently slide the battery cover back
into place.
Visit http://support.vizio.com/ if you
have any questions.

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WARNING: keep the remote control batteries away from children. It may cause choking and/or lead to a fire or chemical burn if mishandled. Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Replace only with batteries of the correct type.

When needed, VIZIO recommends replacing the batteries that came with this remote with two, new Duracell ‘AAA’ alkaline batteries.

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Installing the TV Stands

1

It is recommended that two people take part in the stand installation.

Remove any plastic film from the TV and stands.
Place the TV screen-down on a clean,			flat
surface. To prevent scratches	or	damage	to
the screen, place the TV on a	soft surface such
as a carpet, rug, or blanket,	and	avoid	any
sharp edges.

Make sure the top and bottom edges of the screen are being supported by the surface to avoid damage.

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2

Insert the stands into the base of the TV. (The stands are identical.)

Secure each stand to the TV with two (2) Phillips screws (included).

Insert the screws into the back of the TV and tighten them using a Phillips screwdriver.

When you are finished, place the TV on a stable, level surface.

Note: The image shown here is for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change.

The actual number of ports and their locations may vary, depending on the model.

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