Vizio VBR210 User Manual

VIZIO VBR210 User Manual

Dear VIZIO Customer,

Congratulations on your new VIZIO VBR210 Blu-ray Player purchase. For
maximum benefit, 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 VBR210 Blu-ray
Player.

For assistance, please call [phone] or visit us at www.vizio.com

To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your
player, please visit our website at www.vizio.com

or call toll free at (888)

849-4623.

We recommend you register your headphones at our website
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or fill in your registration card and mail it in. For peace of
mind and to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty, VIZIO
offers extended warranty service plans. These plans give additional
coverage during the standard warranty period. Visit our website or call us
to purchase a plan.

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Important Safety Instructions

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

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use your player near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the accompanying instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat­generating devices (including amplifiers).

9. 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.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs and convenience
receptacles and the point where they exit from your player.

11. Only use accessories specified by VIZIO.

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

13. Unplug your player during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when your player has been
damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, when liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into your player, when your player has been exposed to rain or
moisture, or when your player does not operate normally or has been dropped.

15. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose your player to rain or moisture. Your
player should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, should be placed on your player.

16. The main power plug is the disconnect device and should easy to access. Make sure that the
plug is easy to remove.

17. Do not install your player in a confined space, such as a bookcase, without allowing enough
space for ventilation. Do not cover the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper,
tablecloths, or curtains. Make sure that you allow at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space on all sides
of your player to allow for ventilation.

18. Do not place items with flames, such as candles, on your player.

19. Dispose of batteries according to local hazardous waste regulations.

20. Use your player in mild climates. Excessive heat or cold can damage your player.

21. Use of controls or adjustments other than these specified in this guide may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions..................................................................................................................... 2

Table of Contents ...................................................................................................................................... 3

Opening the Package................................................................................................................................ 5

Package Contents ..................................................................................................................................... 5

Blu-ray Player Accessories and Services.................................................................................................. 6

Finding a Location for Your Player ............................................................................................................ 6

CHAPTER 1 FEATURES & FORMATS.......................................................................................................7

Features ....................................................................................................................................................7

Supported file extensions ..........................................................................................................................8

Region codes............................................................................................................................................. 8

CHAPTER 2 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS............................................................................ 9

Front .......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Rear Panel Connections..........................................................................................................................10

VIZIO Remote Control............................................................................................................................. 11

Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control........................................................................................ 11

Remote Control Range ........................................................................................................................11

VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ..................................................................................................... 11

Remote Control Buttons.......................................................................................................................12

CHAPTER 3 USING YOUR PLAYER FOR THE FIRST TIME .................................................................. 14

Connecting to the Internet .......................................................................................................................14

Exploring the Home Menu....................................................................................................................... 14

CHAPTER 4 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT................................................................................................ 15

Which Video Connection Should I Use? .................................................................................................15

Connecting to a TV..................................................................................................................................16

Using HDMI (Best) ............................................................................................................................... 16

Using Component Video (Better).........................................................................................................17

Connecting a USB drive .......................................................................................................................... 19

Connecting to your home network........................................................................................................... 19

Using a wired (Ethernet) connection....................................................................................................20

Using a wireless connection with DHCP..............................................................................................21

Using a wireless network with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup – Button Method) ..................................22

CHAPTER 5 USING NETFLIX ................................................................................................................... 23

Activating your player for Netflix.............................................................................................................. 23

Watching a movie with Netflix .................................................................................................................23

CHAPTER 6 USING VUDU ........................................................................................................................24

Activating your player for Vudu ...............................................................................................................24

Watching a movie with Vudu ...................................................................................................................24

CHAPTER 7 USING PANDORA ................................................................................................................25

Activating your player for Pandora .......................................................................................................... 25

Listening to music with Pandora..............................................................................................................25

CHAPTER 8 PLAYING A DISC .................................................................................................................26

CHAPTER 9 ACCESSING BD-LIVE

CHAPTER 10 PLAYING MUSIC FILES.....................................................................................................28

Home....................................................................................................................................................28

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Previous folder .....................................................................................................................................28

Media Menu ......................................................................................................................................... 28

Play Files .............................................................................................................................................28

Browse Pictures ...................................................................................................................................29

Now Playing .........................................................................................................................................29

CHAPTER 11 VIEWING PICTURES.......................................................................................................... 29

Home....................................................................................................................................................29

Previous folder .....................................................................................................................................29

Media Menu ......................................................................................................................................... 29

Start Slide Show ..................................................................................................................................29

Browse Music....................................................................................................................................... 30

Now Playing .........................................................................................................................................30

CHAPTER 12 ADJUSTING BLU-RAY PLAYER SETTINGS.................................................................... 30

Display Menu...........................................................................................................................................31

TV Type ...............................................................................................................................................31

Resolution ............................................................................................................................................31

TV Aspect ............................................................................................................................................32

Film Mode (1080p24)........................................................................................................................... 32

Audio Menu .............................................................................................................................................33

PCM Downsampling ............................................................................................................................33

Digital Output ....................................................................................................................................... 33

Dynamic Range Control....................................................................................................................... 33

Language Menu.......................................................................................................................................34

OSD .....................................................................................................................................................34

Menu ....................................................................................................................................................34

Audio.................................................................................................................................................... 34

Subtitle .................................................................................................................................................34

Home Menu .............................................................................................................................................34

BD-Live.................................................................................................................................................... 35

BD-Live Internet Access ...................................................................................................................... 35

BD-Live Storage................................................................................................................................... 35

Erase Blu-ray Storage..........................................................................................................................35

Parental Menu ......................................................................................................................................... 35

Parental Country .................................................................................................................................. 35

Parental Control................................................................................................................................... 36

Parental Level ......................................................................................................................................36

Parental Password...............................................................................................................................36

System Menu........................................................................................................................................... 36

Optical Disc AutoPlay ..........................................................................................................................36

Auto Power Down ................................................................................................................................36

Screen Saver Duration.........................................................................................................................37

Update Via Network ............................................................................................................................. 37

Restore Factory Defaults .....................................................................................................................37

Network Menu .........................................................................................................................................37

Wired (Dynamic) .................................................................................................................................. 38

Wired (Manual) ....................................................................................................................................38

Wireless (with DHCP) .......................................................................................................................... 39

Wireless with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup – Button Method) ............................................................ 40

Network Test........................................................................................................................................ 40

Info Menu................................................................................................................................................. 40

CHAPTER 13 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................41

Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................41

Updating Your Player ..............................................................................................................................42

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Updating your player via USB.............................................................................................................. 42

Updating your player via the Internet...................................................................................................42

FAQ & Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................... 43

Operation Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................. 44

Audio Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................... 45

Video Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................... 46

BD-Live & USB Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................46

Netflix, Pandora, and Vudu Troubleshooting....................................................................................... 47

Internet Connection Troubleshooting................................................................................................... 47

Telephone & Technical Support .............................................................................................................. 48

SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 49

LEGAL NOTICES .......................................................................................................................................50

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................................................................ 52

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................................................................ 53

INDEX ......................................................................................................................................................... 54

Opening the Package

Your Blu-ray Player 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 player is in good condition and that all of the contents are included.

IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping.

Package Contents

 VIZIO VBR210

 VIZIO remote control

 AA batteries for the remote control (2)

 Composite (AV) Cable

 This User’s Manual

 Quick Setup Guide

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Blu-ray Player Accessories and Services

Additional certified accessories for your player are sold separately:

 High Definition Video cables (HDMI or Component)

 High Definition Audio cables (HDMI, Coaxial, or Optical)

 Extra or replacement remote

VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for your player.

To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your player, visit our website at
www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946).

Finding a Location for Your Player

Here are some things you should consider when deciding on a proper location for your player:

 The power consumption of your player is about 25W (average).

 Use the included power cord.

 When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating.

 To take full advantage of your player, you will need an Internet connection. Your player has

802.11n wireless built-in (which is also compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g wireless networks),
so you can connect your player to the Internet through your wireless home network. Or you can
connect to the Internet by plugging in an Ethernet cable (not included) from your Internet
connection to the Ethernet port on your player. A wired connection may provide a more consistent
connection depending on the conditions in your home environment. See Connecting to your
home network on page 18 for detailed information on setting up your Internet connection.

 For proper ventilation, you must allow at least 4 inches (10 cm) between the back of your player

and the wall.

 Avoid installing your player in places with high humidity, dust, or smoke so you do not shorten the

service life of the electronic components.

 Read this user manual carefully before setting up your player.

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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Chapter 1 Features & Formats

Features

 Movies, music, photos, chat and more all from the Internet.

 Full, high-definition video playback at up to 1080p resolution for an amazing viewing experience.

 Up-conversion of standard-definition DVDs for enhanced picture quality at up to 1080p via HDMI.

 Rich multi-channel surround sound.

 Easy HDTV connection using a single HDMI cable (not included).

 Multiple outputs for connecting your home theater system or amplifier.

 PIP functionality that lets you display primary and secondary video at the same time (if available

on the Blu-ray Disc).

 Pop-up menu display without interrupting playback (if available on the Blu-ray Disc).

 HDMI 1080p output (Blu-ray Disc only) that provides smooth playback of video with a frame rate

of 60 frames per second (TV must be connected with an HDMI cable and be compatible with
1080p 60 frames per second).

 Java support that enables you to get the most out of the latest Blu-ray discs. When a BD disc

loads, explore the title menu to enjoy these extra features.

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Supported Discs

Disc Type Logo

Blu-ray Disc

DVD-video

(DVD-ROM)

DVD-RW

DVD-R

DVD+R

DVD+RW

CD-R

CD-RW

Audio CDs

(CDDA)

MP3/JPEG/Data

CD

Note:

 Your player can play CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD-RWs,

and DVD-Rs recorded with UDF or ISO9660 format.

 Writeable DVDs (DVD-RW, DVD-R) must be

finalized (VR mode only).

 Your player supports AVCHD playback on

writeable media (DVD±R, DVD±RW) only.

Supported file extensions

 .mp3 (high bit-rate or variable bit-rate .mp3 files

may not play back correctly)

 .jpeg

 .jpg

Region codes

 Blu-ray Discs and DVDs have region codes to help

prevent illegal distribution of discs. If the disc’s
region code does not match your player’s region
code, the disc will not play. The disc’s region code
is displayed on the disc or disc packaging. You can
only play Blu-ray Discs that have a region code of
A and you can only play DVDs that have a region
code of 1 or ALL.

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Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections

Front

The controls on the front of your player are touch-sensitive. Just touch a finger anywhere on the front
panel and the controls will light up.

1. Standby/On (
entering your player. To disconnect all power, unplug the power cord.

2. Remote Control Sensor—Point the remote control directly at this sensor for the best response
to the remote signal.

3. Disc Tray—Insert a disc with the label side up into this tray.

4. Open/Close

Note: Due to the nature of Blu-ray discs, it may take a moment for the disc tray to respond.

5. Play/Pause (

6. Stop (

7. Previous (

8. Next (

)—Press to stop playback, and then press to begin playback at the beginning of the

disc.

)—Press to go to the next title, chapter, or track.

)—Press to turn your player on or off. When your player is off, power is still

( ) —Press to open or close the disc tray.

)—Press to start or pause playback.

)—Press to go to the previous title, chapter, or track.

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Rear Panel Connections

1. VIDEO OUT—Connect a standard AV TV. For composite TVs, you will also need to connect the
red and white audio jacks (see #6 below) to the Analog L/R Audio Out jacks.

2. L/R AUDIO OUT—Connect the audio for the TV you connected to the VIDEO OUT or
COMPONENT jack to these audio jacks. You can connect the audio for a component TV to a
sound system instead of to the TV.

3. COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT— If you are not using an HDMI-capable audio receiver, connect
to a sound system that has a coaxial audio jack.

4. POWER—Connect this cord into a power outlet.

5. USB—Connect a USB flash drive to view multimedia content such as pictures and music or to
view BD-Live

6. ETHERNET—Connect an Ethernet cable (not included) to access services such as Netflix
streaming, BD-Live, and software updates. Your player also has 802.11n wireless, so you can
connect your player to the Internet through your wireless home network instead of using this
connector. See Connecting to your home network on page 18 for detailed information on setting
up your Internet connection.

7. HDMI—Connect a digital video and audio device, such as TV, to this all digital connector. No
additional audio connection is needed. Only HDMI is capable of delivering 1080p video and the
highest quality Dolby and DTS soundtracks.

8. COMPONENT (Y/CbPb/CrPr) —Connect a component video device, such as a TV. For
component TVs, you will also need to connect the red and white audio jacks (see #2 above) to
the Analog L/R Audio Out jacks. Component video is limited to 1080i.

9. OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT—If you are not using an HDMI-capable audio receiver, connect
to a sound system that has an optical audio jack.

10. WIFI ANTENNA—Sends and receives signals from your wireless home network. See Connecting
to your home network on page 18 for detailed information on setting up your Internet connection.
The LEDs will blink:

 Orange indicates the antenna is working.

 Blue indicates that data is transferring.

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VIZIO Remote Control

Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control

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:

 Only use the specified 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.

 Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or

leakage that may cause a fire or lead to personal injury.

 Dispose of batteries according to local hazardous waste regulations.

 Keep the batteries away from children and pets.

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Remote Control Range

 The effective range of the remote control is approximately 23 feet (7

meters) from the front of the remote control sensor, 30° to the left
and right, 30° up and down.

 Point the remote control at the remote control sensor to transmit the commands.

 Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the remote control sensor.

VIZIO Remote Control Precautions

 The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. Avoid humidity.

 If your player 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.

 When not using the remote control for a long period of time, remove the batteries.

 Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them into a fire.

 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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Remote Control Buttons

OPEN/CLOSE ( )—Press to open or close the disc

tray. Note: Due to the nature of Blu-ray discs, it may
take a moment for the disc tray to respond.

STANDBY/ON (
from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the
Standby mode.

A (red), B (green), C (yellow), D (blue)—

 Press the A (red) button to exit from Apps,

such as Netflix, Vudu, and Pandora.

 Press the B (green) button to set up your

network connection, if prompted on the Home
menu.

 Press to control playback of Blu-ray Discs that

have a Java™ application (BD-J). For more
information, see the documentation that came
with the Blu-ray Disc.

SETUP—Press to open the setup menu to adjust
various options.

DISC MENU—Press to stop playback and return to
the main Blu-ray/DVD title menu. This button also
opens a menu to control playback of MP3 or JPEG
files.

)—Press to turn your player on

▲▼◄ ►—Press to navigate the disc menu when

playing a Blu-ray Disc or DVD. These buttons also
navigate the pop-up menu when playing MP3 or JPEG
files.

SELECT—Press to select an option after it has been
highlighted in the menu.

RETURN—Press to return to the previous page:

 When using your Apps such as Netflix, Vudu,

and Pandora.

 When going through the Settings or Media

menus.

POPUP MENU/TITLE MENU—Press to open a menu
that lets you control Blu-ray Disc playback. This button
also opens the DVD menu (if available).

PREVIOUS (

chapter, or track.

NEXT (

track.

FAST REVERSE(

the fast reverse speed from Fast x2, Fast x4, Fast x8,
Fast x16, Fast x32, Fast x64, to Fast x128. Press
resume playback.

Play/Pause

FAST FORWARD (

x8, Fast x16, Fast x32, Fast x64, to Fast x128. Press
press to change the slideshow speed from 5 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second, to No Delay.

)—Press to go to the previous title,

)—Press to go to the next title, chapter, or

)—Press repeatedly to increase

to

( )—Press to start or pause playback of discs or multimedia files.

)—Press repeatedly to increase the fast forward speed from Fast x2, Fast x4, Fast

to resume playback. When viewing picture files,

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STOP (

)—Press once to stop disc playback and then press to begin playback at the current location.
Press twice to fully stop disc playback then press to begin playback from the beginning of the disc.
Also, press once to stop streaming audio and video content.

Note: some Blu-ray discs will only begin playing the disc from the beginning of the disc after you press

Stop. If you want to continue at your current location on those discs, it is recommended that you press
(

)—Press to advance the disc one frame at a time. Press to resume normal playback.

VIZIO TV VOLUME DOWN (

-)—If you have a VIZIO TV, press to turn the volume down on that TV.

.

MUTE—If you have a VIZIO TV, press to mute the volume on that TV.

VIZIO TV VOLUME UP (

+)—If you have a VIZIO TV, press to turn the volume up on that TV.

INFO—Press to display Title Elapsed, Title Remaining, Chapter Elapsed, and Chapter Remaining. Press

again to turn the display Off.
PIP—Press to turn picture-in-picture (PIP) mode on or off. PIP is only available on supported Blu-ray

discs.

SUBTITLE—Press to select a subtitle language. SUBTITLE XX/XX XXX appears on the screen. The first
XX shows the number of the current language. The next XX shows the total number of languages
available. XXX shows the letter abbreviation for the country. Press again to turn subtitles off.

AUDIO—Press to select the audio language (if multiple languages are available on the disc). When

pressed, XX/XX XXX appears on the screen. The first XX shows the current audio language number. The
next XX shows the total number of audio languages available. And XXX describes the current audio
language.

RES—Press to select the video resolution. Choose from: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, or HDMI AUTO.

Note: Setting a resolution your TV cannot support could result in an unstable picture or loss of picture.

Check your TV manual for guidance.
ANGLE—Press to select a viewing angle (if multiple angles are available on the disc). Angle X of X

appears on the screen. The first X shows the current viewing angle. The second X shows the total
number of viewing angles available.

A-B—Press to create a playback loop. Play the disc until it reaches the place where you want the loop to
start, and then press A-B. Play the disc until it reaches the place where you want the loop to stop, and
then press A-B again. Your player plays that loop continuously. Press A-B again to resume normal
playback.

REPEAT—When playing a standard disc (non-Blu-ray) press once to repeat the current title. Press again
to repeat the current chapter. Press a third time to resume normal playback.

Number Button Pad—While searching, press to enter a title, chapter, track, or time. If the parental
control function is enabled, use these buttons to enter or set a password.

SEARCH—Press to search for a title, chapter, or specific time on a disc.
CANCEL—Press to clear an input error.

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Chapter 3 Using Your Player for the First Time

1. Insert batteries into the remote control.

2. Connect a TV to your player (see Connecting Equipment on page 15 for detailed steps).

3. Connect the power cord into an AC wall socket.

4. Turn on your player and TV.

5. Select the correct input on your TV for your player (i.e. HDMI, Component, AV, etc.).

6. Press
tray. The disc will start loading, and the main disc menu will appear or movie previews will begin
to play.

to open the disc tray, place a disc with the label side up and then press to close the

Connecting to the Internet

Your player delivers popular online content right to your TV! When you turn on your player or press
SETUP on your remote while a disc is playing, the Home menu appears in the middle of your screen with
a selection of different Apps that let you watch movies, TV shows, or listen to music, all on demand.

A high-speed Internet connection is required to receive automatic 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 (not included) or with wireless networking if you have a wireless
Internet connection. See Connecting to your home network on page 19 for detailed information on setting
up your Internet connection.

Exploring the Home Menu

When you turn on your player or press SETUP on your remote while a disc is playing, the Home menu
appears in the middle of your screen. Press ◄ or ► to scroll through all of the Apps. Press SELECT to
open an App.

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Chapter 4 Connecting Equipment

Which Video Connection Should I Use?

You have three options for connecting your TV to your Blu-ray Player: HDMI, Component, or Composite.
Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you.

High-definition video is only available through HDMI and Component connections. To view high-definition
content, your TV must support high-definition video. Consult your TV user manual regarding high­definition video support.

Connection
Quality (type)

Best
(digital)

Better
(analog)

Compatible
(analog)

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.

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.

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.

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
Component. So try to use one of those connections first.

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Connecting to a TV

Using HDMI (Best)

HDMI with no HDMI-capable home theater sound system

1. Connect an HDMI cable (not included) from the HDMI IN jack on your TV to the HDMI jack on the
back of your player.

2. Turn on the power to your player.

3. Select the corresponding HDMI input on your TV to view the disc.

HDMI with an HDMI-capable home theater sound system

1. Connect an HDMI cable (not included) from the HDMI jack on your player to the HDMI IN jack on
the home theater system.

2. Use another HDMI cable (not included) to connect the HDMI OUT on the home theater system to
the HDMI IN on the TV.

3. Turn on the power to your player.

4. Select the corresponding HDMI input on your TV to view the disc.

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Using Component Video (Better)

Component Video with no home theater sound system

1. Connect the green, blue, and red component cables (not included) from your TV to the
COMPONENT jacks on the back of your player.

2. Connect the white and red audio cables (not included) from your TV to the adjacent ANALOG
L/R AUDIO OUT jacks on the back of your player.

3. Turn on the power to your player.

4. Select the corresponding Component input on your TV to view the disc.

Component Video with a home theater sound system using analog audio

1. Connect the green, blue, and red component cables from your TV to the COMPONENT jacks on
the back of your player.

2. Connect the white and red audio cables (not included) from your TV to the ANALOG L/R AUDIO
OUT jacks on the home theater system.

3. Turn on the power to your player.

4. Select the corresponding Component input on your TV to view the disc.

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