Vizio E420A0 User Manual

USER

GUIDE

MODELS

model

// E3D320VX

e420-a0

// E3D420VX
// E3D470VX

InstallIng your new tv

Controls & ConneCtIons

ConneCtIng your devICes

usIng the on-sCreen menu

usIng the usb medIa player

troubleshootIng & support

help, speCs, warranty & legal

This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory
default” setting and this is the setting in which power
savings will be achieved. Changing the factory default
picture settings or enabling other features will increase
power consumption that could exceed the limits

necessary to qualify for ENERGY STAR rating.

®

SRS StudioSound HD and SRS TruVolume
are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
StudioSound HD and TruVolume
technologies are incorporated under

license from SRS Labs, Inc.

Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby

Laboratories.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing

LLC.

Welcome

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VIZIO

And congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV.

To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these
instructions before using your product and retain them for future
reference. Be sure to inspect the package contents to ensure
there are no missing or damaged parts.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services
for your VIZIO product, visit our website at www.VIZIO.com or call
toll free at [phone].

We recommend that you either:

• Register your VIZIO product at www.VIZIO.com

• Complete and mail the enclosed registration card

Extended Warranties

For peace of mind, and to protect your investment beyond the
standard warranty, VIZIO offers on-site extended warranty service
plans. These plans provide additional coverage during the
standard warranty period. To purchase an extended warranty
service plan, visit www.VIZIO.com.

WHEN READING THIS MANUAL

When you see this symbol, please read the
accompanying important warning or notice. It is
intended to alert you to the presence of important
operating instructions.

When you see this symbol, please read the
accompanying helpful tip.

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 a 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
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

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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 when the 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.

• Unplug the power cord before cleaning your TV.

• 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 apply pressure or throw objects at your TV.
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 TV 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 TV safely. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the grounded plug.

• 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.

• Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your
TV. 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 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.

• 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.

• 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 fill 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

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equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated DANGEROUS VOLTAGE within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.

• 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.

TELEVISION ANTENNA CONNECTION PROTECTION

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.

Ground Clamp

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.

Antenna Lead In Wire

Electric Service Equipment

Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)

Ground Clamps

Power Service Grounding Electrode
System

(NEC ART 250, part H)

Table of Contents

Installing the TV ................................................ 3

Inspecting the Package Contents .....................................3

Installing the TV ................................................................... 3

Installing the TV Stand .....................................................3

Installing the TV on a Wall ................................................ 5

Controls and Connections .............................. 6

Rear Panel ..........................................................................6

Front Panel ..........................................................................7

Remote Control ..................................................................8

Replacing the Batteries ...................................................9

Connecting Your Devices ................................. 10

Connecting A Device ......................................................... 10

Connecting an audio device ............................................11

Completing the First-Time Setup ...................... 12

Using the On-Screen Menu .............................. 13

Navigating the On-Screen Menu ....................................... 13

Changing the Input Source ...............................................14

Changing the Screen Aspect Ratio ...................................14

Setting Up Closed Captioning ...........................................15

Changing the Appearance of Digital Closed Captions . 15

Activating the Sleep Timer .................................................. 16

Setting the Auto Power Off Feature .................................. 16

Adjusting the Picture Settings ............................................16

Adjusting the Advanced Picture Settings ........................ 17

Adjusting the Color Temperature ....................................18

Adjusting the Picture Size and Position ...........................19

Resetting the Picture Settings .........................................19

Adjusting the Audio Settings .............................................. 19

Adjusting the Advanced Audio Settings ......................... 20

Resetting the Audio Settings ............................................ 21

Changing the TV Settings ................................................... 21

Changing the Input Source .............................................21

Setting the Tuner Mode .................................................... 22

Scanning for Channels .................................................... 22

Adding New Channels ....................................................22

Skipping Channels...........................................................23

Changing the Audio Language ...................................... 24

Using the Parental Controls .............................................24

Accessing the Parental Controls Menu ........................... 24

Enabling or Disabling Program Ratings ........................... 25

Locking and Unlocking Channels ...................................25

Blocking and Unblocking Content by Rating ..................25

Changing the Parental Control Passcode ......................26

Resetting the Content Locks ............................................ 26

Changing the Names of the Inputs ................................26

Changing the On-Screen Menu Language ....................27

Setting the Time Zone ......................................................27

Adjusting the CEC Settings ..............................................28

Using the Help Menu ..........................................................28

Displaying System Information ........................................29

Resetting the TV Settings .................................................. 29

Restoring the TV to Factory Default Settings ....................29

Using the Setup Wizard ....................................................30

Using the Info Window ........................................................31

Using USB Photo Slideshow............................... 32

Using USB photo slideshow .................................................32

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Connecting a USB Thumb Drive to the TV ........................ 32

Playing USB Media ...........................................................32

Troubleshooting & Technical Support .............. 34

Specifications ................................................... 37

Limited Warranty ............................................... 38

Legal & Compliance ........................................ 39

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Installing the TV

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INSPECTING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS

Before installing your new TV, take a moment to inspect the
package contents. Use the images below to ensure nothing is
missing or damaged.

VIZIO LED HDTV

INSTALLING THE TV

After removing the TV from the box and inspecting the package
contents you can begin installing the TV. Your TV can be installed
in two ways:

• On a flat surface, using the included stand

• On a wall, using a VESA-standard wall mount (not
included)

Installing the TV Stand

Your TV includes a stand designed to support the weight of the
TV and keep it from falling over. However, the TV can still fall over if:

• It is placed on an uneven, unstable, or non-level surface

• It is pushed, pulled, or otherwise improperly moved

• If an earthquake occurs and the TV is not properly
secured

Quick Start Guide

Power Cord

Remote Control

with Batteries

Package Contents TV on Stand

Hex Wrench

3 x Hex Screws

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Step 2 Step 3

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To install the TV stand:

1. 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 carpet, rug, or blanket.

2. Align the base with the TV and tighten the hex screw into the
base with the included hex wrench.

3. Move the TV with attached stand into an upright position
and place on a flat, level, and stable surface.

4. To ensure proper ventilation, leave at least 1” of space
between the back of the TV and any other objects (walls,
etc).

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Installing the TV on a Wall

To mount your TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Consult
the information below to find the appropriate mount for your TV
model:

Installing a TV on a wall requires lifting. To prevent
injury or damage to the TV, ask someone to help you.

E420-A0

Screw Size: M6

Screw Length: 20mm

Screw Pitch: 1.0mm

Hole Pattern: 200mm (V) x 200mm (H)

Be sure the mount you choose is capable of supporting the
weight of the TV. After you have determined that you have the
correct mount for your TV, you can begin the installation.

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To install yovur TV on a wall:

1. Disconnect any cables connected to your TV.

2. Place the TV face-down on a clean, flat, stable surface.
Be sure the surface is clear of debris that can scratch or
damage the TV.

3. Remove the base by loosening and removing the screws.

4. Attach your TV and wall mount to the wall, carefully following
the instructions that came with your mount.

Use only with a UL-listed wall mount bracket rated for the
weight/load of this TV. See
the weight of this TV.

Appendix A - Specifications

for

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Controls and Connections

REAR PANEL

2

USB - Connect USB thumb drive to view photo
slideshow.

HDMI - Connect HDMI device.

Stereo Audio Out - Connect RCA audio cable to

audio device.

Optical Audio Out - Connect optical/SPDIF audio
device, such as home audio receiver.

HDMI - Connect HDMI device.

Coaxial - Connect coaxial cable from cable,

satellite, or antenna.

Component/Composite - Connect component
and composite devices.

Rear Panel

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FRONT PANEL

2

REMOTE SENSOR
When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor.

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Front Panel

REMOTE CONTROL

2

INPUT

Change the currently-displayed input.

A/V CONTROLS

Control USB photo viewer.

CLOSED CAPTIONS

Open the closed caption menu.

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.

NUMBER PAD

Manually enter a channel.

WIDE

Switch the display mode.

POWER

Turn TV on or off.

INFO
Display the info window.

MENU

Display the on-screen menu.

ARROW
Navigate the on-screen menu.

GUIDE

Display the info window.

V BUTTON
Open the USB photo viewer.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

Change the channel.

LAST
Return to the channel last viewed.

DASH

Use with number pad to manually enter
a digital sub-channel. (For example,
18-4 or 18-5.)

Remote Control

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