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Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VX37L High
Definition LCD Television purchase. Thank you
for your support. For maximum benefit of your set,
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 VX37L High
Definition Television.
For assistance, please call (949) 428-2525 or email us at
techsupport@vizio.com
.
To purchase or inquire about accessories and
installation services for your VIZIO LCD HDTV,
please visit our website at
www.VIZIO.com
or
call toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
We recommend you register your VIZIO VX37L
HDTV20A either at our website
www.VIZIO.com
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 onsite 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 VX37L.
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Purchase Date _____________________
VIZIO is a registered trademark of 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.
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THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS
This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric
shock or fire. To prevent the product from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation,
use and maintenance of the product. Read the following safety instructions before operating the display. Keep these
instructions in a safe place for future reference.
• To avoid the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before connecting other components to the VX37L
HDTV20A.
• Unplug the power cord before cleaning the VX37L HDTV20A. A damp cloth is sufficient for cleaning the VX37L HDTV20A. Do not use
a liquid or a spray cleaner for cleaning the product. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
• Always use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to insure compatibility.
• When moving the VX37L HDTV20A from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature, condensation may form on the
housing. Do not turn on the VX37L HDTV20A immediately after this to avoid causing fire, electric shock or component damage.
• Do not place the VX37L HDTV20A on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If the VX37L HDTV20A falls, it can injure a person and cause
serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the VX37L HDTV20A.
• A distance of at least 3 feet should be maintained between the VX37L HDTV20A and any heat source, i.e. radiator, heater, oven,
amplifier etc. Do not install the product close to smoke. Operating the product 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 the VX37L
HDTV20A and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place the VX37L HDTV20A in
a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided.
• Never push any object into the slot on the VX37L HDTV20A cabinet. Do not place any objects on the top of the product. It could short
circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids on the VX37L HDTV20A.
• The VX37L HDTV20A 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.
• The power cable must be replaced when using different voltage from that specified in the User Manual. For more information, contact
your dealer.
• The VX37L HDTV20A 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 as a safety feature. If your outlet does not accommodate the three-wire plug, have an electrician install
the correct outlet, or use an adapter to ground the appliance safely.
grounded plug.
• Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock.
• The wall socket shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
• Only the marked power source can be used for the product. Any power source other than the specified one 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 the unit during a lightening storm or when it will not be used for long period of time. This will protect the VX37L HDTV20A from
damage due to power surges.
• Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to high voltages, the risk
of electric shock, and other hazards. If repair is required, please contact your dealer and refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
• Keep the product away from moisture. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into the product, unplug
the power cord and contact your dealer. Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock.
• Do not use the product 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 the product yourself.
• Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If the product 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 the product may cause
fire or electric shock.
• Do not install the product in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. Operating the product in environments with heavy dust or high
humidity may cause fire or electric shock.
• Follow instructions for moving the product. Ensure that the power connector and any other cables are unplugged before moving the
product.
• Hold the power connector when removing the power cable. Pulling the power cable itself may damage the wires inside the cable and
cause fire or electric shock. When the product will not be used for an extended period of time, unplug the power connector.
• To avoid risk of electric shock, do not touch the connector with wet hands.
• Insert batteries in accordance with instructions. Incorrect polarities may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury
and contamination the remote controller.
• If any of the following occurs please contact the dealer:
o The power connector fails or frays.
o Liquid sprays or any object drops into the VX37L HDTV20A.
o The Display is exposed to rain or other moisture.
o The Display is dropped or damaged in any way.
o The performance of the Display changes substantially.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
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Television Antenna Connection Protection
Television Antenna Connection Protection
Television Antenna Connection ProtectionTelevision Antenna Connection Protection
External Television Antenna
External Television Antenna Grounding
External Television AntennaExternal Television Antenna
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.
Grounding
Grounding Grounding
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Opening the Package
Opening the Package
Opening the PackageOpening the Package
Your VIZIO VX37L HDTV20A and it accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard
carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. Now you have opened the carton
check that the VX37L HDTV20A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included.
The VX37L HDTV20A weighs approximately 43lb and is over 36” wide; we advise that you have at least 2
people to unpack and install the HDTV.
The screen can easily be scratched or broken so please handle the product gently and never place the
HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding.
IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping.
Package Contents
Package Contents
Package ContentsPackage Contents
VIZIO VX37L HDTV20A
VIZIO Remote Control
Power Cord
VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth
This User Manual
Quick Setup Guide
Registration Card
VIP Services Brochure
2 AA Batteries for the Remote Control
VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information
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Additional Certified Accessories
Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO
Additional Certified AccessoriesAdditional Certified Accessories
VX37L
VX37L HDTV20A
VX37LVX37L
Wall Mounts
High Definition Cables
Extra or replacement Remote
VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VX37L HDTV20A
To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO product, visit our web
site at www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623)
HDTV20A are sold separately
HDTV20AHDTV20A
are sold separately
are sold separately are sold separately
for the VIZIO
for the VIZIO for the VIZIO
Installation Preparation
Installation Preparation
Installation PreparationInstallation Preparation
Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV.
The power consumption of the TV is about 210W, please use the power cord designated for TV. When
an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the
grounding feature must not be defeated.
The TV should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. For proper ventilation, you must allow space
between the back of the TV and the wall. If you would like to mount your TV on the wall, please see
below ‘Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting’ for additional information. Avoid installing the TV in
places with high humidity, dust or smoke so as not to shorten the service life of the electronic components.
Install the TV in landscape orientation; any 90˚ clockwise or counter-clockwise installation may induce
poor ventilation and excessive component damage.
VIZIO offers professional installation services. Please contact VIZIO for more information on these
services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com.
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Preparing Your
Preparing Your LCD
Preparing Your Preparing Your
The VIZIO VX37L can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose
to mount the VX37L on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base.
To remove the stand base
To remove the stand base
To remove the stand baseTo remove the stand base
1. Unplug all of the cables and cords from your
VX37L HDTV20A.
2. Place the VX37L HDTV20A face down on a
soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth,
etc) to prevent any damage to the TV.
3. Remove the eight (8) screws (specs: M4,
15mm long, self threaded) holding the base
to the VX37L HDTV20A.
4. Carefully remove the stand base.
5. After the stand base is removed, the brackets or plate; supplied with the wall mounting hardware,
must be screwed in place by using the four
mounting holes patterned at 510mm apart
horizontally and 200mm apart vertically.
6. Use four (4) bolts or screws (Specs: M8,
25mm long, 1.25 pitch); usually supplied by
the wall mount manufacturer to do the
attachment of the mounting brackets or plate.
To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO VX37L HDTV20A, browse VIZIO’s certified mount selection at
www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
LCD HD
LCDLCD
HDTV for Wall Mounting
HDHD
TV for Wall Mounting
TV for Wall MountingTV for Wall Mounting
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Table of ContentsTable of Contents
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Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections
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1.1 Front Panel..........................................................................................................................................................9
1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...................................................................................................................................9
1.3 Left Side Connections .......................................................................................................................................10
1.4 Rear Panel Connections ...................................................................................................................................11
1.5 VIZIO Remote Control.......................................................................................................................................12
1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control ..............................................................................................13
1.5.2 Remote Control Range ..............................................................................................................................13
1.5.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...........................................................................................................13
Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment
Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment................................
Chapter 2 Connecting EquipmentChapter 2 Connecting Equipment
2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?............................................................................................................14
2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player ............................................................................................................................15
2.2.1 Using HDMI ...............................................................................................................................................15
2.2.2 Using Component Video............................................................................................................................17
2.2.3 Using S-Video (AV2)..................................................................................................................................18
2.2.4 Using Composite (AV1) Video ...................................................................................................................18
2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box ................................................................................................................19
2.3.1 Using HDMI ...............................................................................................................................................19
2.3.2 Using Component Video............................................................................................................................21
2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box .................................................................................................................22
2.4.1 Using Composite Video .............................................................................................................................22
2.4.2 Using Coax (RF) ........................................................................................................................................22
2.5 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera ...........................................................................................................23
2.6 Connecting Coaxial (RF) ...................................................................................................................................23
2.6.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV ............................................................................................23
2.6.2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV .........................................................................................................24
2.6.3 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR .........................................................................................24
2.7 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp ..............................................................................................................25
2.8 Connecting a PC Computer..........................................................................................................................26
2.8 .1 Preset PC Resolutions ..................................................................................................................................27
Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television
Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television ................................
Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch TelevisionChapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television
3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ................................................................................................................................28
3.2 Watching a TV Program ....................................................................................................................................33
3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings .........................................................................................................................34
3.4 Program Information..........................................................................................................................................35
3.5 Information on HDTV Status .............................................................................................................................35
Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustme
Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV
Chapter 4 Advanced AdjustmeChapter 4 Advanced Adjustme
4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) .................................................................................................................36
4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment....................................................................................................................37
4.2.1 Picture Mode .............................................................................................................................................37
4.2.2 Backlight ....................................................................................................................................................38
4.2.3 Brightness..................................................................................................................................................38
4.2.4 Contrast .....................................................................................................................................................39
4.2.5 Color ..........................................................................................................................................................39
4.2.6 Tint.............................................................................................................................................................39
4.2.7 Sharpness .................................................................................................................................................40
4.2.8 Color Temperature.....................................................................................................................................40
4.2.9 Advanced Video ........................................................................................................................................41
4.3 DTV / TV Input Audio Adjustment......................................................................................................................43
4.3.1 Volume ......................................................................................................................................................43
4.3.2 Bass...........................................................................................................................................................43
4.3.3 Treble ........................................................................................................................................................44
4.3.4 Balance......................................................................................................................................................44
4.3.5 Surround....................................................................................................................................................44
4.3.6 Digital Audio Out........................................................................................................................................44
4.3.7 Speakers ...................................................................................................................................................45
4.3.8 Lip Sync.....................................................................................................................................................45
4.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup.......................................................................................................................................46
4.4.1 Tuner Mode ...............................................................................................................................................46
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4.4.2 Auto Search...............................................................................................................................................46
4.4.3 Skip Channel .............................................................................................................................................46
4.4.4 MTS ...........................................................................................................................................................47
4.4.5 Time Zone .................................................................................................................................................47
4.4.6 Daylight Saving..........................................................................................................................................47
4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ........................................................................................................................................48
4.5.1 Language...................................................................................................................................................48
4.5.2 Sleep Timer ...............................................................................................................................................48
4.5.3 Wide ..........................................................................................................................................................48
4.5.4 Input Naming .............................................................................................................................................49
4.5.5 Closed Captioning (CC).............................................................................................................................50
4.5.6 Closed Captioning On Mute (CC On Mute) ...............................................................................................50
4.5.7 Digital Closed Captioning Style (Digital CC Style) .....................................................................................51
4.5.8 Reset All Settings ......................................................................................................................................51
4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control........................................................................................................................52
4.6.1 Channel Block ...........................................................................................................................................52
4.6.2 TV Rating...................................................................................................................................................53
4.6.3 Movie Rating..............................................................................................................................................54
4.6.4 Check for New DTV Rating........................................................................................................................54
4.6.5 Blocked Unrated Programming..................................................................................................................55
4.6.6 Change the Password ...............................................................................................................................55
4.7 HDMI Input Picture Adjustment .........................................................................................................................56
4.8 HDMI Input Audio Adjustment ...........................................................................................................................56
4.9 HDMI Input Setup..............................................................................................................................................56
4.10 Video Input Picture Adjustment .......................................................................................................................57
4.11 Video Input Audio Adjustment .........................................................................................................................57
4.12 Video Input Setup............................................................................................................................................58
4.13 Video Input Parental Control ...........................................................................................................................58
4.14 PC Input Picture Adjustment ...........................................................................................................................59
4.14.1 Auto Adjust ..............................................................................................................................................59
4.14.2 Backlight ..................................................................................................................................................59
4.14.3 Brightness................................................................................................................................................60
4.14.4 Contrast ...................................................................................................................................................60
4.14.5 Color Temperature...................................................................................................................................61
4.14.6 H-SIZE.....................................................................................................................................................61
4.14.7 H. Position ...............................................................................................................................................61
4.14.8 V. Position ...............................................................................................................................................62
4.14.9 Fine Tune ................................................................................................................................................62
4.15 PC Input Audio Adjustment .............................................................................................................................62
4.16 PC Input Setup ................................................................................................................................................62
4.17 Understanding Viewing Features ....................................................................................................................63
4.17.1 Viewing Modes ........................................................................................................................................63
4.18 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote ..................................................................................................................64
Chapter 5 Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Chapter 5 Maintenance & Troubleshooting................................
Chapter 5 Maintenance & TroubleshootingChapter 5 Maintenance & Troubleshooting
5.1 Maintenance......................................................................................................................................................64
5.2 Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................................................................................................65
5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ........................................................................................................................66
5.4 Compliance .......................................................................................................................................................67
5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement ......................................................................................................67
Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information
Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information ................................
Chapter 6 Miscellaneous InformationChapter 6 Miscellaneous Information
6.1 Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................68
6.2 Glossary – Standard Definitions ........................................................................................................................69
6.3 Index .................................................................................................................................................................70
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections
Chapter 1Chapter 1
1.1
1.1 Front Panel
1.11.1
POWER ‘VIZIO’ LIGHT – The VIZIO name lights white when
powered on and orange when powered off.
REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR – This is the window through
which all of the remote control signals pass to the sensor.
Point the remote control directly at this window for the best
response to the remote signal.
1.2
1.2 Right
1.21.2
POWER ( ) – Switch the VX37L on by pressing the button once. Press the button again to the
VX37L off.
MENU – This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). If a submenu is active, pressing this button will return to the previous menu
level.
CHANNEL +/- – Use these buttons to step up or down the TV channels.
While the OSD is active, these buttons function as up and down controls
in the OSD menus.
VOLUME +/- – Use these
buttons to increase or
decrease to the speaker
volume. While the OSD is
active, these buttons function
as left and right controls in
the OSD menus.
INPUT – Repeated pressing
of this buttons steps through
the input sources in the
following sequence: TV, AV1,
AV2 (S-Video), Component 1,
Component 2, RGB, HDMI 1,
and HDMI 2. Once you have
stepped through the entire
sequence, you will return to
the beginning.
Front Panel
Front PanelFront Panel
Right Side Panel Controls
Right Right
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Basic Controls and Connections Basic Controls and Connections
Side Panel Controls
Side Panel ControlsSide Panel Controls
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1.3
1.3 Left Side Connections
1.31.3
AV2/S-VIDEO IN – Connect the secondary source for composite
video devices, such as a VCR or video game. Use the white and
red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source.
This connection is on the left hand side of the TV. The signal being
carried by the S-Video cable and connector; if connected, will take
priority over the video(yellow connector) RCA connector . Keep in
mind that if audio is needed then left (white connector) and right
(red connector) must be connected to the signal source using the
RCA audio patch cables.
Left Side Connections
Left Side ConnectionsLeft Side Connections
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1.4 Rear Panel Connections
1.41.4
Rear Panel Connections
Rear Panel ConnectionsRear Panel Connections
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1. AC IN – Plug-in the supplied AC Power Cord here.
2. SERVICE – This custom communication port is for factory service only. Use of this input for
any purpose other than factory authorized service will void the manufacturer’s
warranty of this equipment.
3. HDMI 1– Connect the primary source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set
top box through this all digital connector. The white color band on the rear of the TV
indicates this connection.
4. HDMI 2 – Connect the secondary source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or
set top box through this all digital connector. The white color band on the rear of the TV
indicates this connection. For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device, use a
DVI-HDMI 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 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
5. RGB PC – Connect the video and audio from a computer here. The blue color band on the
rear of the TV indicates this connection.
6. COMPONENT 1 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) – Connect the primary source for
component video devices such as a DVD Player or set top box here. From left to right, use
green for Y, blue for Pb (or Cb), red for Pr (or Cr), white for left audio and red for right audio
inputs. The green color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection.
7. COMPONENT 2 (YPb/CbPr/Cr with Audio L/R) – Connect the secondary source for
component video devices such as a DVD Player or set top box here. From left to right, use
green for Y, blue for Pb (or Cb), red for Pr (or Cr), white for left audio and red for right audio
inputs. The purple color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection.
8. AV1 – Connect the primary source for composite video devices, such as a VCR or video
game. Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source,
then use the yellow connector to connect the external video from the same source. The
yellow color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection.
9. DTV/TV – Connect to an antenna or digital cable (out-of-the-wall, not from Cable Box) for
Digital TV.*
10. OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT – Connect to your home theatre system here. The white
color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection.
11. ANALOG OUT– Connect the Audio from the LCD HDTV to an external device, such as a
home theater system, external amplifier or stereo. Speakers cannot be connected directly to
here. The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection.
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1.5
1.5 VIZIO Remote Control
1.51.5
GUIDE – This button displays program information. Press this button once and
the information of the program being viewed is shown. Press it a second time
and the Electronic Programming Guide will appear in the screen.
POWER – Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it
again to return to the Standby mode.
TV – Press this button to select TV.
AV – Repeated pressing of this button will switch between AV1 and AV2 inputs.
COMPONENT – Press this button to select the Component (YPbPr) input.
HDMI – Press this button to select the HDMI input.
MENU – Use this button for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus.
- These buttons navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD).
MUTE – This button turns the sound on and off.
LAST – This button recalls the previously viewed channel when it is used in TV
mode; meaning that the TV unit
has control over the signal or
program being watched. This
button also has different functions
when being used in conjunction
with the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu.
VOL (+ or -) – These buttons turn
the volume up or down.
CH (+ or -) – These buttons
change the channels up or down.
NUMBER BUTTON PAD – Use
these buttons to select a channel
or enter a password.
INPUT – This button allows the
user to cycle through the inputs.
Repeatedly pressing of this button will step you through the input sources in the following sequence: TV,
AV1, AV2/S-VIDEO, Component 1, Component 2, RGB, HDMI1, and HDMI2. Once you have stepped
through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning.
- (Dash) – When selecting a digital channel directly, use this button for the separation of main and subchannels. For example, channel 28-2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2.
VIZIO Remote Control
VIZIO Remote ControlVIZIO Remote Control
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1.5.1
1.5.1
1.5.11.5.1
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. Re-attach 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 pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury.
Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or leakage that
may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury.
Dispose of the batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations.
Keep the batteries away from children and pets.
1.5.2
1.5.2
1.5.21.5.2
Point the remote control at the remote control sensor to transmit the commands.
Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the receiver window.
The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet (10 meters) from the front of the
receiver window, 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down.
Insertion of Ba
Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control
Insertion of BaInsertion of Ba
Remote Control Range
Remote Control Range
Remote Control RangeRemote Control Range
tteries in the Remote Control
tteries in the Remote Controltteries in the Remote Control
1.5.3
1.5.3
1.5.31.5.3
The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. Avoid humidity.
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.
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.
VIZIO Remote Control
VIZIO Remote Control Precautions
VIZIO Remote ControlVIZIO Remote Control
Precautions
Precautions Precautions
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Chapter 2
Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment
Chapter 2Chapter 2
2.1
2.1 Which Vi
2.12.1
The VIZIO VX37L has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the
most advanced for digital displays.
Quality (type)
Which Video Connection Should I Use
Which ViWhich Vi
Connection
Connecting Equipment
Connecting EquipmentConnecting Equipment
deo Connection Should I Use????
deo Connection Should I Usedeo Connection Should I Use
Rear
Connector
Panel
Color
Codes
Description
Best
(digital)
Best
(digital)
- - - - - - - - - - - Good
(analog)
Best
(analog)
Better
(analog)
White
Black
Blue
Green
and
Purple
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) - It is
the first and only industry-supported, uncompressed,
all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an
interface between any audio/video source, such as a
set-top box, DVD player, or A/V receiver and an
audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital
television (DTV), over a single cable.
DTV Coaxial RF. When used for MPEG2 encoded
bit streams from ATSC broadcast programming, this
input takes advantage of the High Definition content.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
TV Coaxial RF. This is the connection for standard
NTSC TV using antenna or cable.
RGB PC (VGA) – This video input has separate red,
green and blue color components. The signal
carries horizontal and vertical sync information on
the green signal. This is most commonly used for
PC input.
Component - The video signal is separated into
three signals, one containing the black-and-white
information and the other two containing the color
information. This enhancement over S-Video takes
advantage of the superior picture provided by
progressive scan DVD players and HDTV formats.
Good
(analog)
Good
(analog)
Note: For more info refer to the Quick Start Guide
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(On Side
Jack)
Yellow
and
Orange
S-Video (AV) - The video signal is separated into
two signals, one containing the black-and-white
information and the other containing the color
information. Separating the color in this way avoids
‘cross color’ effects where closely spaced black and
white lines are erroneously displayed in color. It also
enables text to be displayed more sharply.
Composite (AV) - The complete video signal is
carried through this single pin connector. This is the
most commonly used video connection.
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2.2
2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player
2.22.2
You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your VX37L; HDMI, Component, AV (SVideo or Composite) inputs. Based on your configuration, you can decide which option is right for you.
DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be
connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO VX37L for optimal results.
Connecting
Connecting your DVD Player (Best)
ConnectingConnecting
Connecting Your DVD Player
Connecting Your DVD PlayerConnecting Your DVD Player
2.2.1
2.2.1
2.2.12.2.1
Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to 10 meters.
See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details.
Using HDMI
Using HDMI
Using HDMIUsing HDMI
your DVD Player (Best)::::
your DVD Player (Best) your DVD Player (Best)
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player.
2. Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player and the other end to the
HDMI 1 Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV.
3. Turn on the power to the HDTV and DVD player.
4. Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by
pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control.
5. If HDMI 1 is being used, use HDMI 2 as the input and follow steps 1 through 3, and then
select HDMI 2 in step 4.
Note:
Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output
requirements of the product.
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For DVD Players with DVI
For DVD Players with DVI::::
For DVD Players with DVIFor DVD Players with DVI
1. Turn off the 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 2 Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV.
3. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) to the audio output connectors
associated with the DVI output of the DVD player and connect the other end to the audio
connectors by the HDMI 2 input (white area) at the rear of the HDTV.
4. Turn on the power to the HDTV and your DVD player.
5. Select HDMI 2 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by
pressing the HDMI button on the Remote.
Note: Refer to your DVD player user manual for more
information about the video output requirements of the product.
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2.2.2
2.2.2
2.2.22.2.2
Connecting
Connecting your DVD Player (Better)
ConnectingConnecting
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player.
2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green
3. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue
4. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pr (red color)
5. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output
6. Turn on the power to the HDTV and DVD player.
7. Select Component using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by
8. If Component 1 input is being used, use Component 2 as the input and follow the steps 1
Note:
Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output
requirements of the product.
Using Component Video
Using Component Video
Using Component VideoUsing Component Video
your DVD Player (Better)::::
your DVD Player (Better) your DVD Player (Better)
color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to
you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.
color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to
you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.
connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you
when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.
connectors associated with the Component output on your DVD player and connect the other
end to the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color area) at the
rear of the HDTV.
pressing the Component button on the Remote Control.
through 8, then select Component 2 in step 7.
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2.2.3
2.2.3
2.2.32.2.3
Connecting
Connecting your DVD Player (Good):
ConnectingConnecting
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD
2. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of
3. Connect an audio cable (white and red
4. Turn on the power to the HDTV and DVD player.
5. Select AV2 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by
Using S
Using S----Video (AV2)
Using SUsing S
your DVD Player (Good):
your DVD Player (Good): your DVD Player (Good):
player.
your DVD player to the S-Video jack in
the AV2 group on the side of the HDTV.
connectors) to the audio output
connectors associated with the S-Video
output on your DVD player and connect
the other end to the audio connectors associated with the AV2 input on the side of the HDTV.
pressing the AV button on the Remote Control.
Video (AV2)
Video (AV2)Video (AV2)
2.2.4
2.2.4
2.2.42.2.4
Connecting
Connecting your DVD Player (Good)
ConnectingConnecting
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player.
2. Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your DVD
3. Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio
4. Turn on the power to the HDTV and DVD Player.
5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote or side
Using Composite (AV
Using Composite (AV1111) Video
Using Composite (AVUsing Composite (AV
your DVD Player (Good) ::::
your DVD Player (Good) your DVD Player (Good)
player to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV
group (yellow color area).
connectors on your DVD player to the corresponding R
(red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors in
the AV group (yellow color area).
of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the AV button on the
Remote Control.
Note:
a) You may use the AV2 input on the side if you wish, as long
as you are not already using it for the S-Video input.
b) Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information
about the video output requirements of the product.
) Video
) Video) Video
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2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set
2.32.3
HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the
LCD HDTV for optimal results.
Connecting
Connecting your
ConnectingConnecting
Connecting Your HDTV Set----Top Box
Connecting Your HDTV SetConnecting Your HDTV Set
2.3.1
2.3.1
2.3.12.3.1
Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that is 10 meters.
See www.VIZIO.com or call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623) for details.
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
2. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to
3. Turn on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
4. Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by
5. If HDMI 1 is being used, use HDMI 2 as the input and follow steps 1 through 3, then select
Note:
Using HDMI
Using HDMI
Using HDMIUsing HDMI
your HDTV
your your
the HDMI 1 Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV.
pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control.
HDMI 2 in step 4.
a) The HDMI input on the 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.
b) Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the
video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite
operator.
HDTV Set
HDTV HDTV
Set----Top Box (Best)
SetSet
Top Box (Best)::::
Top Box (Best)Top Box (Best)
Top Box
Top BoxTop Box
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For
For HDTV
For For
HDTV Set
HDTV HDTV
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
2. Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end
3. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output
4. Turn on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
5. Select HDMI 2 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by
Note:
Set----Top Boxes with DVI
SetSet
to the HDMI 2 Input (white color area) at the rear of the HDTV.
connectors associated with the DVI output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect the other
end to the audio connectors associated with the HDMI 2 input (white area) at the rear of the
HDTV.
pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control.
a) The HDMI input on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection
b) Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the
Top Boxes with DVI::::
Top Boxes with DVITop Boxes with DVI
(HDCP). HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the
digital display for added security and protection.
video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator.
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2.3.2
2.3.2
2.3.22.3.2
Connecting
Connecting your
ConnectingConnecting
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y
3. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb
4. Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr (red
5. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output
6. Turn on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.
7. Select Component 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly
8. If Component 1 is being used, use Component 2 as the input and follow steps 1 through 6,
Using Component Video
Using Component Video
Using Component VideoUsing Component Video
your HDTV
your your
(green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors
nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.
(blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors
nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.
color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to
you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV.
connectors associated with the Component output on your HDTV Set-Top Box and connect
the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input (green color
area) at the rear of the HDTV.
by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control.
then select Component 2 in step 7.
Note:
Refer to your HDTV Set-Top Box user manual for more information about the
video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite
operator.
HDTV Set
HDTV HDTV
Set----Top Box (Better)
SetSet
Top Box (Better)::::
Top Box (Better)Top Box (Better)
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2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set
2.42.4
Connecting Your Basic Set----Top Box
Connecting Your Basic SetConnecting Your Basic Set
2.4.1
2.4.1
2.4.12.4.1
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box.
2. Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color)
3. Using the white and red connectors, connect the cable to the
4. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box.
5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing
Using Composite Video
Using Composite Video
Using Composite VideoUsing Composite Video
connector on your Set-Top Box to the corresponding Video
(yellow color) connector in the AV group (yellow color area)
at the rear of the HDTV.
audio output connectors associated with the Video output on
your Set-Top Box and connect the other end to the audio
connectors associated with the AV input (yellow color area)
at the rear of the HDTV.
the AV button on the Remote Control.
Top Box
Top BoxTop Box
2.4.2
2.4.2
2.4.22.4.2
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box.
2. Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect one end to the TV OUT (RF) on
3. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box.
4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the
Using Coax (RF)
Using Coax (RF)
Using Coax (RF)Using Coax (RF)
your Set Top Box and the other end to the DTV/TV input at the rear of
the HDTV.
HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button (below the GUIDE
button) on the Remote Control.
Note: Refer to your Set Top Box user manual for more information
about selecting the video or RF output of the product.
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2.5 Connecting Your VCR
2.52.5
Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera
Connecting Your VCRConnecting Your VCR
1. Turn off the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera.
2. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your VCR or
Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV2 group
on the side of the HDTV.
3. Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors)
to the audio output connectors associated with the
S-Video output on your VCR or Video Camera and
connect the other end to the audio connectors
associated with the AV2 input on the side of the
HDTV.
4. Turn on the power to the HDTV and VCR or Video
Camera.
5. Select AV2 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by
pressing the AV button on the Remote Control.
Note: Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more
information about the video output requirements of the product.
or Video Camera
or Video Camera or Video Camera
2.6
2.6 Connecting Coaxial (RF)
2.62.6
Connecting Coaxial (RF)
Connecting Coaxial (RF)Connecting Coaxial (RF)
2.6.1
2.6.1
2.6.12.6.1
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV
2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital
3. Turn on the power to the HDTV.
4. Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the
Note:
a) Not all digital TV broadcasts are High Definition (HD). Refer to the
b) Digital broadcasts are not available in all areas. Refer to
c) Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are correctly grounded.
d) For Professional antenna installation contact us at www.VIZIO.com or
Using Your Antenna or Digital
Using Your Antenna or Digital CCCCable for DTV
Using Your Antenna or Digital Using Your Antenna or Digital
cable (out-of-the-wall, not from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV
CABLE/ANTENNA connector.
HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control.
program guides, or consult your cable, satellite or TV station operator.
www.antennaweb.org for detailed information.
call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623).
able for DTV
able for DTVable for DTV
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2.6.2
2.6.22.6.2
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV.
2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable
3. Turn on the power to the HDTV.
4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the
2.6.3
2.6.3
2.6.32.6.3
VCR
VCR
VCRVCR
Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV
Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV
Using Your Antenna or Cable for TVUsing Your Antenna or Cable for TV
(out-of-the-wall, not from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV
CABLE/ANTENNA connector at the rear of the HDTV
HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control.
Using the Antenna or Cable through your
Using the Antenna or Cable through your
Using the Antenna or Cable through your Using the Antenna or Cable through your
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and VCR.
2. Connect the “Output to TV”, “RF Out” or “Antenna Out” connector
on the rear of your VCR to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA
connector at the rear of the HDTV.
3. Turn on the power to the HDTV and VCR.
4. Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the
HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control.
Note: If you have an off-air antenna or cable TV, connect
it to the “Antenna In” connector on the rear of your VCR.
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2.7
2.7 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp
2.72.7
If your sound system has a S/PDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the optical AUDIO
OUT (white area) at the rear of the VX37L HDTV. This is active when receiving digital audio with the
programs from the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA input.
7. Press the on the remote control to select OFF so that the sound from the LCD HDTV will
now be routed through your Receiver/Amp system.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Connecting an external Receiver/Amp
Connecting an external Receiver/AmpConnecting an external Receiver/Amp
1. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and
Receiver/Amp.
2. Using an S/PDIF cable, connect the cable
to the audio input connector on the
Receiver/Amp and connect the other end
to the OPTICAL OUT (white area) audio
connectors at the rear of the LCD HDTV.
3. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and
Receiver/Amp.
4. Then press the MENU button on the
remote control to open the On-Screen
Display (OSD) menu.
5. Press the on the remote control to select the Audio Adjust menu.
6. Press the on the remote control to select SPEAKERS.
Note:
a) Refer to your Receiver/Amp user manual to select the corresponding audio input.
b) The audio output is not amplified and cannot be connected directly to external speakers.
Optical Output of Audio received with HD Programs
If your sound system has a SPDIF (optical) digital audio input you can connect it to the optical Digital
(white area) Out at the rear of the VX37L HDTV, using a single optical cable as your connecting cable.
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2.8 Connecting a PC Computer
2.82.8
Connecting a PC Computer
Connecting a PC ComputerConnecting a PC Computer
If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1366x768 at 60Hz
for best picture quality (refer to the graphic card’s user guide for questions on how to set this timing
mode). Please see the table below for the factory preset resolutions.
1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and PC Computer.
2. Connect a 15-pin D-Sub RGB (VGA) cable to the RGB output of your pc computer and the
other end to the RGB PC input (blue area) at the rear of the HDTV.
3. Connect the Audio Out on your pc computer to the RGB PC Audio input (blue area) at the
rear of the HDTV.
4. Turn on the HDTV and PC Computer.
5. Select RGB using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV.
Note:
a) For the best picture quality when connecting a pc computer through RGB
PC, set your pc computer timing mode to VESA 1366x768 at 60Hz. Please
refer to the pc or graphic card’s user guide for additional information on how
to set the timing mode and the video output requirements of the product.
b) A RGB (VGA) cable and stereo mini jack cable are not included and can be
purchased at an electronics store.
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2.8
2.82.8
.1
.1
Preset PC Resolutions
Preset PC Resolutions
.1 .1
Preset PC ResolutionsPreset PC Resolutions
If connecting to a PC through the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1366x768 at 60Hz
for best picture quality (refer to the graphic card’s user guide for questions on how to set this timing
mode). Please see the table below for the factory preset resolutions.
Resolution Refresh (Hz) H.Freq (kHz) V.Freq (Hz) H.Sync V.Sync Pixel Freq (MHz)
640x480 60 31.5 59.94 N N 25.175
640x480 75 37.5 75.00 N N 31.500
720x400 70 31.46 70.08 N P 28.320
800x600 60 37.9 60.317 P P 40.000
800x600 72 48.077 72.188 P P 50.000
800x600 75 46.9 75 P P 49.500
1024x768 60 48.4 60.01 N N 65.000
1024x768 70 56.476 70.069 N N 75.000
1024x768 75 60.0 75.03 P P 78.750
1366X768 60 47.7 60.00 P N 85.500
NOTES: N = Negative, P = Positive
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Chapter 3
Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television
Chapter 3Chapter 3
For ‘Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting’, see page 6.
3.1
3.1 Basic
3.13.1
Note:
equipment is being used; please press the LAST key on the remote control and go to Step 5. If this is not
your case, please continue at Step b.
Basic LCD
Basic Basic
1. Connecting the Power Cable
Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the HDTV, and then plug the
power cord into an AC wall socket.
2. Connect Audio and Video Cables to the HDTV
(see pages 14 ~ 26 for detailed steps)
3. Turning Power On
Once all the components are connected, press the Power ON button on the side of the HDTV, or
press the Power ON (Red) button on the remote control.
4. Initial Setup
After powering on the TV set, the Initial
Setup screen will come up; please press
the button on the remote control.
a. The Language choice screen will
be displayed; the default English
option is highlighted. If you wish
to change the OSD language to
Español or Français, press the
button on the remote control to
select the language you want.
Press the button on the remote
to go to the next screen.
At this point, if a Set-Top Box from your Local Cable or Satellite Service Company or other
Setting Up to Watch Television
Setting Up to Watch TelevisionSetting Up to Watch Television
LCD HD
LCDLCD
HDTV Start Up
TV Start Up
HDHD
TV Start UpTV Start Up
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b. The Tuner screen will be
displayed; default choice is
Antenna. If you are using Cable,
press the button to highlight
CABLE.
Press the button on the
remote to go to the next screen.
c. The Channel Scan screen will be
displayed; default choice is Scan.
Press the button on the
remote control to commence the
search for available channels to
be stored into memory.
If you do not want to scan for
channels at this time, press the
button on the remote to highlight
Skip Scan and then press the
button.
Note: If you select to skip this step by pressing the LAST key, next time that you decide to complete this
procedure, you will need to select the TV as input (through the Input key) and then go through the Menu
option, and select the Tuner setup to get the option of scanning the channels again.
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d. The screen will now change to
show the progress of the search
for Analog (NTSC) and Digital
(ATSC) channels.
Note: DTV digital broadcast is not available in all
areas. Refer to www.antennaweb.org for
information about availability in your area, type of
antenna and in which direction to point your
antenna. The channel availability through cable
depends upon which channels your cable operator
supplies in Clear QAM; consult your cable
operator for more information.
e. When finished, the Complete
screen will be displayed to inform
that the HDTV has completed the
Initial Setup.
Press the button on the remote
control to exit and begin watching
TV.
5. Select Input Source
Select the Input Source for the HDTV by pressing the
INPUT button on the side of the TV or using the Input
button on the remote control. Pressing this button will
cycle you through the following options: TV, AV1, AV2 (SVIDEO), Component1, Component2, RGB, HDMI1 and
HDMI2.
Now follow the procedure below to display channels
from a different signal (External TV Tuner, VCR, Cable
Box or Satellite Receiver) source, using different inputs at
the back of you TV set.
a. Select the correct input connection; RF (DTV/TV)
connector, Composite (Yellow, Red and White)
connectors, Component (Red, Green, Blue plus Red
and White) connectors, HDMI connectors or
Separate-Video (S-Video) plus Red and White
connectors (if applicable). Make the physical connection or hook up.
b. If you have an HD service you must use the HDMI (best) or Component (better) connection.
Note: Composite (AV) and S-Video Cables can only be used for SD (480i) pictures.
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c. Turn on your Cable Box, VCR, External TV Tuner or Satellite Receiver and you will see a picture
on your TV set. If there is not picture, make sure you have selected the correct input on the TV
set.
d. If the selected input is RF, please be aware that the TV set needs to be 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.
Note: The TV set will be displaying any television station or program selected by the Cable Box, VCR,
External Tuner or Satellite Receiver. The TV set will not be able to change programs or channels; this is
controlled by the equipment sending the signal. If the service being used is the one which setup
includes a box with two different outputs for two different (distant) rooms, then scanning
channels would help you to find the signal. Be aware that the channel to be selected varies from
provider to provider; meaning that, you may have to call your provider company so they could
provide you the specific channel when using high definition made TV sets. Some examples of
these channels are: 105, 106, 115 and 116.
6. Fine Tuning your TV set for Home Use.
After completing Procedure 4 or Procedure 5; please follow the steps below to optimize your TV
set display:
a. Press the MENU button to bring up
the Menu display. Use the or button
to scroll to the Color Temperature option.
b. Press the button to select it.
c. Press either or button to change setting
to Normal, and then press the LAST key again to
go back to previous screen.
d. Press either or button to select the
Picture Mode option.
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e. Press either or button to
change the Picture Mode option to
Standard.
f. Press the LAST key to exit the on screen display
Menu.
Note
: If Procedure 4 had been done, you would like to do the following to ensure that the correct
program times are shown when pressing the
Guide key:
Press the MENU button, this will bring up the
picture mode menu.
Press either or button scroll across to the
icon showing the little satellite dish or antenna.
The next screen will appear showing Time Zone.
Press either or button to select it.
Press either or button to choose the
proper Time Zone of your area.
Press LAST key to exit on screen display Menu.
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Your new TV set is now ready to automatically reproduce the best picture quality out of the input signal
which is been fed into it. Enjoy your TV watching!!
3.2
3.2 Watching a TV Program
3.23.2
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. Press the power button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV. The VIZIO logo on the
2. There are 3 options for selecting your programming:
3. When using option 2a, press the Channel buttons on the remote or the CH+ / CH- buttons on
Watching a TV Program
Watching a TV ProgramWatching a TV Program
front will change from orange to white.
a. If you are using an antenna or cable connected through the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA
input, you can select TV directly by pressing the TV button on the remote, or by pressing
the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV.
b. If you are watching broadcasts through a cable or satellite set-top box connected by an
HDMI cable, select HDMI directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote, or by
pressing the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV.
c. If you are watching broadcasts through a cable or satellite set-top box connected by a
Component (YPbPr) cable, select Component directly by pressing the Component button
on the remote, or by pressing the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the HDTV.
Note: You should be able to see a picture. If you do not,
make sure that all of the HDTV connections are secure and
you have selected the correct video input source.
the side of the HDTV to change the channel. Note: The Channel buttons, on the side of the
HDTV and on the remote, control will not work if you are watching a program using HDMI,
Component and AV inputs.
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3.3 Adjusti
3.33.3
Press the button scroll down to Wide and select it.
Press either the or button to select among the modes.
Fore more information see Section 4.17.1 – Viewing Modes, on page 63.
Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings
AdjustiAdjusti
Volume
To adjust the volume, press and hold the VOL+ or VOL-
button on the side of the LCD HDTV or remote control until
the desired level is reached.
TV Channels
To step up or down through the available TV channels,
press the CH+ or CH- button on the side of the HDTV or
remote control once for the next or previous channel, or hold
it depressed until the desired channel is reached. Note:
Channel up and down will only operate in DTV and TV
modes.
Wide
Using this feature, you can watch video content in different
size modes on the HDTV. Press the MENU button on the
remote control to bring up the OSD screen.
Press either the or button to select Setup (wrench look
alike icon) options.
ng Basic HDTV Settings
ng Basic HDTV Settingsng Basic HDTV Settings
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3.4
3.4 Program Information
3.43.4
Press the GUIDE button twice on the remote and program information for the channel you are watching
will be displayed on the screen with the live program content in a small window in the lower left corner.
Program Information
Program InformationProgram Information
Press the or button to scroll up or down the channels. Each time you pause at a channel, the
program list will update with the program schedule for the channel and the window will show the live
program for that channel. Press the GUIDE button to exit this feature.
3.5
3.5 Information on HDTV Status
3.53.5
When you change TV channels or inputs, or press the GUIDE button on the remote, an Information
Banner is displayed for a few seconds to tell you the status of the LCD HDTV.
Program Information:
Provided by Broadcaster
Program
Rating
Information on HDTV Status
Information on HDTV StatusInformation on HDTV Status
Closed Caption
is available
Audio is Stereo
NTSC SDTV (Standard Definition TV)
TV Channel
Number
Station Name: provided
by Broadcaster
Source
is Cable
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Chapter 4
Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV
Chapter 4Chapter 4
4.1
4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD)
4.14.1
The remote control or the control buttons on the right hand side of the TV can control all the function
settings. The On Screen Display (OSD) allows you to adjust the save contrast, brightness and other
settings. The TV will save changes made to the settings, even if the TV is turned off.
The OSD consists of several menu options: Picture Adjust, Audio Adjust, Setup, TV Tuner Setup and
Parental Controls. The main menu options may very depending on your selected input source.
Note: Some of the main menu options may have
additional submenus, i.e. the TV Rating submenu for
Parental Controls.
1. Press the MENU button on the remote
2. Press the or button on the remote
Using the On Screen Display (OSD)
Using the On Screen Display (OSD)Using the On Screen Display (OSD)
control or the side of the TV and the
Picture menu will be shown on the
screen.
control or the VOL + or VOL – button on
the side of the HDTV to select one of the
other menu options.
Advanced Adjustment of HDTV
Advanced Adjustment of HDTVAdvanced Adjustment of HDTV
Picture Adjust Audio Adjust TV Tuner Setup Setup Parental Controls
3. Once the menu option is displayed, press the or button on the remote control or the
CH + or CH – button on the side of the TV to select one of the items to adjust.
4. Press the button on the remote control or the VOL – button on the side of the HDTV to
begin adjustment of the item.
5. Press LAST when finished.
6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 to adjust additional options within this menu.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
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4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment
4.24.2
4.2.1
4.2.1
4.2.14.2.1
When the MENU button is pressed, the On
Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE
adjustment page.
Press the button to highlight the Picture Mode
selection.
Use the or button to choose from Custom,
Standard, Movie and Game.
If Standard, Movie or Game is chosen for the
Picture Mode, still the Picture adjustments are
available for you to set or adjust them to your
preferred settings.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment
DTV / TV Input Picture AdjustmentDTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment
Picture Mode
Picture Mode
Picture ModePicture Mode
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4.2.2
4.2.24.2.2
Press the button to highlight the Backlight
selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the
brightness of the Backlight and the menu page will
disappear and be replaced by a small Backlight
Indicator Bar so you can see the light level
between the minimum and maximum available
levels.
Use the or button to adjust the level.
The Backlight level does not affect the Brightness (black level) or Contrast (white level) of the picture, it
adjusts the lamp current and this affects the overall brilliance of the picture.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Backlight
Backlight
BacklightBacklight
4.2.3
4.2.3
4.2.34.2.3
Press the button to highlight the Brightness selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the brightness and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by
a small Brightness Indicator Bar so you can see the brightness level between the minimum and maximum
available levels.
Use the or button to adjust the level.
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.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Brightness
Brightness
BrightnessBrightness
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4.2.4
4.2.44.2.4
Press the button to highlight the Contrast selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the contrast and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a
small Contrast Indicator Bar so you can see the contrast level between the minimum and maximum
available levels.
Use the or button to adjust the level.
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.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
4.2.5
4.2.5
4.2.54.2.5
Press the button to highlight the Color selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the color and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a
small Color Indicator Bar so you can see the color level between the minimum and maximum available
levels.
Use the or button to adjust the level.
Contrast
Contrast
ContrastContrast
Color
Color
ColorColor
The Color adjusts the amount of color in the picture.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
4.2.6
4.2.6
4.2.64.2.6
Press the button to highlight the Tint selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the tint and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small
Tint Indicator Bar so you can see the tint adjustment to the left or right of the nominal position.
Use the or button to adjust the level.
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 as the case of this is often too much color.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Tint
Tint
TintTint
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4.2.7
4.2.74.2.7
Press the button to highlight the Sharpness selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the sharpness and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by
a small Sharpness Indicator Bar so you can see the sharpness level between the minimum and maximum
available levels.
Use the or button to adjust the level.
The Sharpness adjusts the sharpness of the picture.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
4.2.8
4.2.8
4.2.84.2.8
Press the button to highlight the option for
Color Temperature selection.
The default is COOL; this is the 9300K setting.
Press the or button if you want to choose
the Normal, Warm or Custom option..
If you choose the Custom option, then a new
menu will be displayed showing the primary color
items, Red, Green and Blue.
Press the button to highlight the color you
wish to adjust.
Press the button to start adjusting the color and
the menu page will disappear and be replaced by
a small Color (Red, Green or Blue) Indicator Bar
as before.
Use the or button to adjust the color.
Press the LAST button when finished. Repeat the
procedure to adjust the other colors if desired.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
Sharpness
Sharpness
SharpnessSharpness
Color Temperature
Color Temperature
Color TemperatureColor Temperature
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4.2.9
4.2.94.2.9
Press the button to highlight the option for
Advanced Video selection.
Press the MENU button. A new menu will be
displayed showing the advanced functions
available for fine tuning of the picture.
Advanced Video
Advanced Video
Advanced VideoAdvanced Video
DNR
Press the button to highlight DNR (Dynamic
Noise Reduction). Use this feature to diminish
picture artifacts caused by the digitizing of image
motion content that may be present in the picture.
Press the or button to choose from the Off, Low, Medium or Strong setting.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Black Level Extender
Press the button to highlight Black Level Extender. Use this feature to increase the picture
reproduction performance in the dark areas of the picture.
Press the or button to turn this feature On or Off.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
White Peak Limiter
Press the button to highlight White Peak
Limiter. Use this feature to limit excessive white in
bright areas of the picture, caused by a lower sync
level for a channel being received from the
antenna or cable. Press the or button to
turn this feature On or Off.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
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CTI
Press the button to highlight CTI (Color Transient Improvement). This feature can be used to reduce
the time taken to transition from one color to another. The effect will be seen as sharpening the border
between colors.
Press the or button to choose from the Off, Low, Medium or Strong setting.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Flesh Tone
Press the button to highlight Flesh Tone. In some cases, activation of this feature can result in a
more pleasing production of sky and flesh color.
Press the or button to turn this feature On
or Off.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
Adaptive Luma
Press the button to highlight Adaptive Luma.
Large areas of darkness in a picture will result in a
lower Average Picture Level (APL) and the overall picture will look too dark; activation of this feature will
raise the APL to counteract this effect.
Press the or button to turn this feature On or Off.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
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4.3
4.3 DTV / TV Input Audio Adjustment
4.34.3
4.3.1
4.3.1
4.3.14.3.1
When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen
Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE
adjustment page.
Press the button to display the AUDIO ADJUST
page.
Press the button to highlight the Volume
selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the volume
and the menu page will disappear and be replaced
by a small Volume Indicator Bar so you can see
the volume level between the zero and maximum
available levels.
Use the or button to adjust the level.
DTV / TV Input Audio Adjustment
DTV / TV Input Audio AdjustmentDTV / TV Input Audio Adjustment
Volume
Volume
VolumeVolume
The Volume Indicator Bar will also appear when watching a program on your TV is the Volume button on
the remote or the side of the TV is pressed.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
4.3.2
4.3.2
4.3.24.3.2
Press the button to highlight the Bass selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the bass and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a
small Bass Indicator Bar, as before, so you can see the bass level between the zero and maximum
available levels.
Use the or button to adjust for bass boost or attenuation.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Bass
Bass
BassBass
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4.3.3
4.3.34.3.3
Press the button to highlight the Treble selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the treble and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a
small Treble Indicator Bar, as before, so you can see the treble level between the zero and maximum
available levels.
Use the or button to adjust for treble boost or attenuation.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
4.3.4
4.3.4
4.3.44.3.4
Press the button to highlight the Balance selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the balance and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a
small Balance Indicator Bar, as before, so you can see the balance adjustment to the left or right of the
nominal position.
Use the or button to adjust the left/right balance.
Treble
Treble
TrebleTreble
Balance
Balance
BalanceBalance
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
4.3.5
4.3.5
4.3.54.3.5
Press the button to highlight the Surround
selection.
Press the button to select for the simulated
surround sound feature to be On or Off.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
4.3.6
4.3.6
4.3.64.3.6
Press the button to highlight the Digital Audio
Out selection.
Press the or button to make the proper selection. The options being OFF, Dolby Digital and PCM.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Surround
Surround
SurroundSurround
Digital Audio Out
Digital Audio Out
Digital Audio OutDigital Audio Out
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4.3.7
4.3.74.3.7
Press the button to highlight the Speakers selection.
Press the button to turn the internal speakers On or Off. You may want to turn-off the internal
speakers when listening to the audio through your Home Theatre System.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
4.3.8
4.3.8
4.3.84.3.8
Included with the advanced technology of your TV is a feature which will compensate for the
shortcomings of signal transmission called audio sync (Lip Sync). Lip Sync is designed to adjust the audio
timing of the program so that it matches the movement of the lips of the person talking on the screen.
This feature can be applied to all inputs. To use this feature, follow the steps below.
Press the MENU button to bring up the OSD.
Using either the or button scroll across to
the microphone icon. The Audio menu will be
displayed.
Press either button to scroll down to Lip Sync.
Press either the or button to make the
appropriate timing adjustment.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
Speakers
Speakers
SpeakersSpeakers
Lip Sync
Lip Sync
Lip SyncLip Sync
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4.4 DDDDTV / TV Tuner Setup
4.44.4
When you first used your VIZIO VX37L HDTV20A you will have setup your TV for DTV / TV channels
using the Initial Setup screens. If you did not do this or if your setup has changed, you can do this from
the TV TUNER SETUP menu.
4.4.1
4.4.1
4.4.14.4.1
When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen
Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE
adjustment page.
Press the button to display the TV page.
Press the button to highlight the Tuner Mode
selection.
Press the button to choose Cable or Air
(Antenna) depending upon which equipment you
have attached to the DTV / TV Input.
TV / TV Tuner Setup
TV / TV Tuner SetupTV / TV Tuner Setup
Tuner Mode
Tuner Mode
Tuner ModeTuner Mode
4.4.2
4.4.2
4.4.24.4.2
Press the button to highlight the Auto Search
selection.
Press the button to Auto Search for TV channels
available. The TV will automatically search for
analog and digital channels.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
4.4.3
4.4.3
4.4.34.4.3
After the TV has stored all of the available DTV
channels in memory you will find that some
channels will be too weak to watch comfortably or
they may be channels you do not want to see.
Select the channel you wish to remove, press the
MENU and buttons to open the TV TUNER
SETUP menu and then press the button to
highlight SKIP CHANNEL. Press the button to
select this channel to be skipped when using the
CH+ or CH- button. You will still be able to select
this channel using the number buttons on the
remote control.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
Auto Search
Auto Search
Auto SearchAuto Search
Skip Channel
Skip Channel
Skip ChannelSkip Channel
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4.4.4
4.4.44.4.4
This feature allows you, the user to select the different languages in which the signal provider or
broadcaster is transmitting the audio with the
program you are watching. This signal is usually or
in most cases Spanish language.
Press the button as many times as it takes to
scroll down to this option and get it highlighted.
Press either or button to go through the
settings of this feature to make your selection.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
4.4.5
4.4.5
4.4.54.4.5
Setting the correct Time Zone for your area will ensure that the correct program times are shown after
pressing the GUIDE button on the remote control.
Press the button to highlight the Time Zone selection.
Press the button to select your area.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
MTS
MTS
MTSMTS
Time Zone
Time Zone
Time ZoneTime Zone
4.4.6
4.4.6
4.4.64.4.6
As for Time Zone, setting the daylight saving time
for your area will ensure that the correct program
times are shown after pressing the GUIDE button
on the remote control. Press the button to
highlight the Daylight Saving selection. Press
either the or button to select On or Off.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
Daylight Saving
Daylight Saving
Daylight SavingDaylight Saving
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4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup
4.54.5
4.5.1
4.5.1
4.5.14.5.1
When the MENU button is pressed, the On
Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE
adjustment page. Press the button until the
SETUP page is displayed.
Press the button to highlight the Language
selection. The default is English.
Press either or button to select Español or
Français.
DTV / TV Input Setup
DTV / TV Input SetupDTV / TV Input Setup
Language
Language
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4.5.2
4.5.24.5.2
Press the button to highlight the Sleep Timer
selection.
Press the or button to select the timer to
turn-off the TV in 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.
Press the LAST key once to return to the
previous screen or repeatedly to return to your
program if task has been completed.
4.5.3
4.5.3
4.5.34.5.3
The Wide option is the feature which allows you
to select how your display would be size wise.
When in TV mode; the selections are Normal,
Wide and Panoramic views.
Press the button repeatedly to scroll down to
this option and highlight it.
Press either or button to make the correct
selection, you will see the screen adjusting to the
different sizes which apply to this feature.
Press the LAST key once to return to the
previous screen or repeatedly to return to your
program if task has been completed.
Sleep Timer
Sleep Timer
Sleep TimerSleep Timer
Wide
Wide
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This feature has been added to facilitate you, the
user in identifying or label the input and signal
which is being watched. You could use up to 8
characters; either letters or numbers or
combinations of both.
Press button to highlight this option.
Press button to obtain the next screen which
shows the different inputs.
Press button to select the desired input which
you want to label or name (Examples: VCR, DVD,..,
etc.) it with any name which will make easier for
you to recognize it.
Press the MENU button to go to the first space (_)
in the bracket.
Input Naming
Input Naming
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Press either the or button and select either
the letter or number belongs to this place.
Press the button to go to the next space (_) and
again
Using either the or button select the second
character of the name given to this Input.
Repeat the last previous two steps until the name
of the input is completed.
Press the MENU button to accept the name of the
input or the LAST key to cancel the setting.
Press the LAST key when you have finished to go
back to the previous menu.
Since you are already in this feature; it is
recommendable to name all the Inputs which are
being used as well as these for which you have an
idea what their name is going to be.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
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(CC)
(CC)
(CC)(CC)
When watching regular analog (NTSC) TV, the
Analog CC feature is available in the Setup menu.
Press the button to highlight the Analog CC
selection.
Press the button to select CC1, CC2, CC3 or
CC4.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
Closed Caption for regular TV is usually CC1 or CC2.
Closed Caption
Closed Captioning
Closed CaptionClosed Caption
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When selecting Closed Caption as a feature to be used; Closed Caption On Mute will provide you with
the option to obtain closed captioning when you press the key labeled mute on your Remote Control.
Press button as many times as it takes to get this option highlighted.
Press either or button to toggle between Off and On to make the correct selection.
Once the adjustments are completed press the LAST button once to return to previous screen or
repeatedly to exit the OSD completely.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Closed Caption
Closed Captioning
Closed CaptionClosed Caption
ing On Mute (CC On Mute)
inging
On Mute (CC On Mute)
On Mute (CC On Mute) On Mute (CC On Mute)
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When watching DTV, the Digital CC Style feature is available in the Setup menu.
Press the button to highlight the Digital CC Style selection.
Press the button to go to the next screen.
Press either or button to toggle between the two options; As Broadcaster and Custom.
If Custom is selected then you will have the control
to customize the way Closed Caption will be
displayed by changing these different parameters
to your like: Font Size (letters size), Font Color
(letters color) Font Opacity (transparency of the
letters), Background Color (color of the
background area where Closed Caption is going to
be displayed), Background Opacity (allows to
either see through at the scene being played or it
could be a solid screen), Window Color (it allows
you to change the color to the area where
characters will be displayed on) and finally
Window Opacity (allows the area surrounding
characters to be changed). There are no
recommendations of setting these parameters since you, the user would have your own taste or like of
them.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Digital Closed Caption
Digital Closed Captioning
Digital Closed CaptionDigital Closed Caption
ing Style (Digital CC Style)
inging
Style (Digital CC Style)
Style (Digital CC Style) Style (Digital CC Style)
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Press the button to highlight the Reset All Settings selection.
Press the button to reset the TV to the default factory settings.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Note: This does NOT reset the Parental Control Password.
Reset All Settings
Reset All Settings
Reset All SettingsReset All Settings
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4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control
4.64.6
4.6.1
4.6.1
4.6.14.6.1
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.
When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen
Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE
adjustment page.
Press the button to display the PARENTAL
page.
The Password must be entered before the TV will
continue with Parental settings. The default
password set in the factory is 0 0 0 0. If you are
going to use the Parental Control feature you
should change the password.
DTV / TV Input Parental Control
DTV / TV Input Parental ControlDTV / TV Input Parental Control
Channel Block
Channel Block
Channel BlockChannel Block
Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place.
The Reset All Settings feature (see page 51) does NOT reset the password.
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Press the button to highlight the Channel
Block selection.
Press the button to turn it on or off.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
4.6.2
4.6.2
4.6.24.6.2
Follow the procedure in the previous section to
display the Parental Control menu and then press
the button to highlight the TV Rating selection.
Press the button and the Block TV Rating panel
will be displayed.
In the Block TV Rating panel you can customize
the program blocking of the following TV ratings:
Y – Children audience, appropriate for all ages
Y7 – Older children over 7
G – General audience
PG – Guidance suggested
14 – Strongly cautioned
MA – Mature audience
You can also customize the TV ratings for the
following content:
A – All settings. Allowing or blocking this rating
automatically allows/blocks all subratings on the
same row.
D – Suggesting dialog
L – Adult language
S – Sexual situations
V - Violence
FV – Fantasy violence
Press the or button to navigate through the
TV rating options.
Press the MENU button to block (locked) or allow (unlocked).
When you block a rating less restrictive ratings will be automatically blocked. When you unblock a rating
more restrictive ratings will be automatically unblocked.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
TV Rating
TV Rating
TV RatingTV Rating
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Press the button to highlight the Movie Rating
selection.
Press the button and the Block Movie Rating
panel will be displayed.
In the Block Movie Rating panel you can
customize the program blocking of the following
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
When you block a rating less restrictive ratings will be automatically blocked. When you unblock a rating
more restrictive ratings will be automatically unblocked.
Press either or button to navigate through the Movie rating options.
Press the MENU button to block (locked) or allow (unlocked).
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Movie Rating
Movie Rating
Movie RatingMovie Rating
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This option is designed to update the TV or Movie table of different ratings for programs being viewed in
your local or regional area. It will allow the parental
guidance control feature in your TV to have the most
current parental control database for a digital signal.
This option may be available in the future for
activation. This option works as follows: Whenever
you decide to use the Parental Control feature and
this option has been activated in your area, the Check
for New DTV Rating will be a solid color indicating
that an update is available for the TV Rating or Movie
Rating table. After entering the password, the
Parental menu will appear on the screen, and then do
the following.
Observe the status of the Check for New DTV
Rating. If option is faded out, no update is available (the option is not activated in your area). If it is not
faded out,
press either or button to select this option.
Press button to execute this operation. Please follow the on screen instructions to complete this
procedure.
Press either or to select and then adjust any other option in this menu.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Check for New DTV Rating
Check for New DTV Rating
Check for New DTV RatingCheck for New DTV Rating
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Follow the procedure in the previous section to
display the Parental Control menu and then press
the button to highlight the Block Unrated
TV
selection.
Press either or button to select YES or NO
to block programs that do not have a rating.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
4.6.6
4.6.6
4.6.64.6.6
Press the button to highlight the Access Code
Edit selection.
Press the button and the new Password panel
will be displayed.
Enter the new, 4-digit password using the number
buttons on the remote. Enter it a second time to
confirm you entered it correctly.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
Blocked Unrated Programming
Blocked Unrated Programming
Blocked Unrated ProgrammingBlocked Unrated Programming
Chang
Change the Password
ChangChang
Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place.
The Reset All Settings feature (see page 51) does NOT reset the password.
e the Password
e the Passworde the Password
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4.7 HDMI Input Picture Adjustment
4.74.7
The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same
way for the HDMI Input as for the DTV / TV input
in section 4.2. The menu difference is that there is
no icon along the top for DTV / TV or Parental
Control adjustments.
4.8
4.8 HDMI Input
4.84.8
The Audio Adjust menu operates in the same way
for the HDMI Input as for the DTV / TV input in
section 4.3. The menu difference is that there is
no icon along the top for DTV / TV or Parental
Control adjustments.
HDMI Input Picture Adjustment
HDMI Input Picture AdjustmentHDMI Input Picture Adjustment
HDMI Input Audio Adjustment
HDMI Input HDMI Input
Audio Adjustment
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4.9 HDMI Input Setup
4.94.9
The Setup menu operates in the same way for the
HDMI Input as for the TV input in section 4.5. The
menu difference is that there is no icon along the
top for DTV / TV or Parental Control adjustments.
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4.10 Video Input Picture Adjustment
4.104.10
The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same
way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for
the DTV / TV input in section 4.2. The menu
difference is that there is no icon along the top for
DTV / TV adjustments.
4.11
4.11 Video Input Audio Adjustment
4.114.11
The Audio Adjust menu operates in the same
way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for
the DTV / TV input in section 4.3. The menu
difference is that there is no icon along the top for
DTV / TV adjustments.
Video Input Picture Adjustment
Video Input Picture AdjustmentVideo Input Picture Adjustment
Video Input Audio Adjustment
Video Input Audio AdjustmentVideo Input Audio Adjustment
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4.12 Video Input Setup
4.124.12
The Setup menu operates in the same way for
Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the TV
input in section 4.5. The menu difference is that
there is no icon along the top for TV adjustments.
4.13
4.13 Video Input Parental Control
4.134.13
Video Input Setup
Video Input SetupVideo Input Setup
Video Input Parental Control
Video Input Parental ControlVideo Input Parental Control
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The Parental Control menu operates in the same
way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for
the DTV / TV input in section 4.6. The menu
difference is that there is no icon along the top for
DTV / TV adjustments.
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4.14 PC Input Picture Adjustment
4.144.14
The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same way for the PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in section
4.2 for Backlight, Contrast, Brightness and Color Temperature.
4.14.1
4.14.1
4.14.14.14.1
When the MENU button is pressed, the On
Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE
adjustment page.
Press the button to highlight the Auto Adjust
selection.
Press the button for the LCD HDTV to adjust to
the PC signal timing automatically.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
PC Input Picture Adjustment
PC Input Picture AdjustmentPC Input Picture Adjustment
Auto Adjust
Auto Adjust
Auto AdjustAuto Adjust
4.14.2
4.14.2
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Press the button to highlight the Backlight selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the brightness of the Backlight and the menu page will disappear
and be replaced by a small Backlight Indicator Bar so you can see the light level between the minimum
and maximum available levels.
Use the or button to adjust the level.
The Backlight level does not affect the Brightness (black level) or Contrast (white level) of the picture, it
adjusts the lamp current and this affects the overall brilliance of the picture.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Backlight
Backlight
BacklightBacklight
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Press the button to highlight the Brightness
selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the
brightness and the menu page will disappear and
be replaced by a small Brightness Indicator Bar so
you can see the brightness level between the
minimum and maximum available levels.
Use the or button to adjust the level.
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.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Brightness
Brightness
BrightnessBrightness
4.14.4
4.14.4
4.14.44.14.4
Press the button to highlight the Contrast selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the contrast and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a
small Contrast Indicator Bar so you can see the contrast level between the minimum and maximum
available levels.
Use the or button to adjust the level.
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.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Contrast
Contrast
ContrastContrast
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Press the button to highlight the option for
Color Temperature selection.
The default is COOL; this is the 9300K setting.
Press the or button if you want to choose
the Normal, Warm or Custom option
If you choose the Custom option, then a new
menu will be displayed showing the primary color
items, Red, Green and Blue.
Press the button to highlight the color you wish to adjust.
Press the button to start adjusting the color and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a
small Color (Red, Green or Blue) Indicator Bar as before.
Use the or button to adjust the color.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
Color Temperature
Color Temperature
Color TemperatureColor Temperature
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Press the button to highlight the H-Size selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the horizontal size of the picture.
Use the or button to adjust the horizontal size.
4.14.7
4.14.7
4.14.74.14.7
Press the button to highlight the Horizontal
Shift selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the horizontal
position of the picture.
Use the or button to adjust the horizontal
position.
HHHH----SIZE
SIZE
SIZESIZE
H. Position
H. Position
H. PositionH. Position
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Press the button to highlight the Vertical Shift selection.
Press the button to start adjusting the vertical position of the picture.
Use the or button to adjust the vertical position.
4.14.9
4.14.9
4.14.94.14.9
Press the button to highlight the Fine Tune selection.
Press the button to start tuning the to the PC signal.
Use the or button to adjust the tuning.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task
has been completed.
4.15
4.15 PC Input Audio Adjustment
4.154.15
The Audio Adjust menu operates in the same way
for the PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in
section 4.3. The menu difference is that there are
no icons along the top for DTV / TV and Parental
Control adjustments.
Press the LAST key once to return to the
previous screen or repeatedly to return to your
program if task has been completed.
V. Position
V. Position
V. PositionV. Position
Fine Tune
Fine Tune
Fine TuneFine Tune
PC Input Audio Adjustment
PC Input Audio AdjustmentPC Input Audio Adjustment
4.16
4.16 PC Input Setup
4.164.16
The Setup menu operates in the same way for the
PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 4.5.
The menu difference is that there is no icon along
the top for TV adjustments and no Closed Caption.
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if
task has been completed.
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4.17 Understanding Viewing Features
4.174.17
Your HDTV features has the following viewing modes
4.17.1
4.17.1
4.17.14.17.1
Normal Mode
The original 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source) is preserved, so black bars are
added to the left and right of the display image. Standard TV broadcasts are
displayed with a 4:3 Aspect Ratio. Movies in 4:3 Aspect Ratio may be referred
to as pan-and-scan or full frame. These movies were originally filmed in 16:9
(widescreen), and then modified to fit a traditional TV screen (4:3).
Wide Mode
When watching a standard broadcast or full-frame movie in this mode,
the display 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.
When watching a standard definition 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source)
the picture will fill the screen but will be stretched horizontally; people
will look fatter than they are.
Panoramic Mode
When watching a standard broadcast or full frame movie in this mode,
the 4:3 Aspect Ratio (1.33:1 source) display image is stretched
horizontally on the left and right sides to fill the TV screen. The center of
the image is not stretched.
Understanding Viewing Features
Understanding Viewing FeaturesUnderstanding Viewing Features
Viewing Modes
Viewing Modes
Viewing ModesViewing Modes
Note: Viewing modes are saved based on input. For example, you lasted
watched a DVD in widescreen mode and then watched TV in standard mode.
When you switch back to DVD input, the viewing mode will return to widescreen.
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4.18 Using a Cable or Satel
4.184.18
Your VIZIO remote uses codes 11758 and 10178 to work your LCD HDTV. To use a cable or satellite
remote to work the LCD 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 4digit 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.
Chapter 5
Chapter 5 Maintenance
Chapter 5Chapter 5
5.1
5.1 Maintenance
5.15.1
Maintenance
MaintenanceMaintenance
Using a Cable or Satellite Remote
Using a Cable or SatelUsing a Cable or Satel
Maintenance &
MaintenanceMaintenance
& Troubleshooting
& &
lite Remote
lite Remotelite Remote
Troubleshooting
TroubleshootingTroubleshooting
Important
Important
ImportantImportant
1. Make sure that the power cable is removed from the socket before cleaning the TV.
2. Do not use volatile solvent (such as toluene, rosin and alcohol) to clean the TV. Such
chemicals may damage the housing, screen glass and remote control, and cause paint to
peel.
Cleaning the Housing and Remote Control
Cleaning the Housing and Remote Control
Cleaning the Housing and Remote ControlCleaning the Housing and Remote Control
1. Use the VIZIO soft cotton cloth (included) for cleaning.
2. If the housing or remote control is seriously contaminated, use a soft cloth moistened with
diluted neutral cleaner to clean the display. Wring water out of the cloth before cleaning to
prevent water from penetrating into the housing. Wipe the display with a dry cloth after
cleaning.
Cleaning the Screen
Cleaning the Screen
Cleaning the ScreenCleaning the Screen
1. Use the VIZIO soft cotton cloth (included) to gently clean the screen.
2. The screen glass is very fragile. Do not scrape it with any sharp object. Do not press or tap
the screen to avoid cracking. When the screen is seriously contaminated, use a soft cloth
moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the display. Wring water out of the cloth
before cleaning to prevent water from penetrating into the housing. Wipe the display with a
dry cloth after cleaning.
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Adjust brightness and contrast.
5.2
5.2 Troubleshooting
5.25.2
Troubleshooting Guide
TroubleshootingTroubleshooting
Guide
Guide 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 1-949-428-2525 or email us at
techsupport@vizio.com
.
Problem Solution
No power. Make sure the power button is ON (White VIZIO Logo).
Make sure AC power cord is securely connected to the AC socket.
Plug another electrical device (like a radio) to the power outlet to verify that the
outlet is supplying the proper voltage.
No sound. Check your audio connection
Press MUTE on the remote control, so that mute symbol disappears from the screen
Check your audio settings, your TV audio may be set to SAP, min or speakers off
Press the Volume + (Up) key on your remote control
Make sure that headphones are not connected
If the screen is black. Check your input connections.
Power is ON but no screen
image.
Wrong or abnormal colors
appear.
Control buttons do not work. Press only one button at a time.
Remote Control does not
work.
There appears to be image
quality issues.
You cannot see a picture. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a grounded electrical outlet.
You see a distorted picture or
hear unusual sound.
The picture has abnormal
patterns.
The display image does not
cover the entire screen.
Make sure the video cable supplied with the TV is secured to the correct video
output port on the back of the VCR and the TV. Make any cable you have attached
to the TV is secured to the correct output your Set-Top Box, DVD, etc.
Check Source settings.
If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to make sure it
is securely connected.
Make sure batteries are inserted correctly
Batteries could be weak.
For best image quality, view HD wide screen programs where possible. If HD
content is not available view “Standard Definition” from a digital source. Standard,
analog TV will always be noticeably inferior to HD because your digital flat panel TV
has video that is many times better than old TV’s and so you can see interference
and deficiencies you did not know you had.
Make sure that the power button is turned on.
Make sure that the selected input source is connected to a working input source.
If your TV is connected to your computer in RGB or HDMI mode, press any key on
your keyboard to “wake” your computer.
You may be getting interference from electrical appliances, cars, motorcycles, or
fluorescent lights. If you have not mounted it on the wall, try moving your TV to
another location to see if this is the cause of the problem.
Make sure that the input source cable is attached securely and correctly to the back
of your TV.
Make sure that the video input source is within the range of your TV. Compare the
video input source’s specifications with your TV specifications.
If you are using RGB mode, make sure that H Size and V Position in the On Screen
Display (OSD) are set correctly.
If you are using TV, AV-C, AV-S or Component with 480i input,
follow steps on
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You can see a picture but you
cannot hear sound.
The TV has pixels that are
always dark or colored.
You see “noise” or “trash” on
the screen.
You switch to a different input
and the volume changes.
You switch to a different input
and the screen size changes.
Tips for High-Definition Users. The LCD HDTV is an ideal platform for viewing High Definition Content.
Tips for Letterbox Content
Users.
Make sure that the volume is not turned down.
Make sure that the sound is not muted.
Make sure that your audio input source cables are connected securely and correctly.
Your LCD HDTV is manufactured using an extremely high level of precision
technology, however, sometimes some pixels of your LCD HDTV may not display.
Pixel defects within industry specifications are inherent to this type of product and do
not constitute a defective product.
When your LCD HDTV’s digital capabilities exceed a digital broadcast signal, the
signal is up-converted (increased) to match your TV’s display capabilities. Upconverting can cause noise or trash.
The TV remembers the volume level from the last time you adjusted it. If the sound
level is higher or lower from another source, then the loudness will change.
The TV remembers the viewing mode from the last time you used a particular input
(AV, Component, HDMI and TV).
Best Image Quality will be achieved by the HDMI Input, then YPbPr, then RGB.
However, due to variances in broadcast practices, it is possible some image
distortions can occur.
Letterboxed (or “Widescreen”) versions of DVD movies are most commonly
formatted for standard 4:3 Televisions. The LCD HDTV has the capability of
expanding this content so the entire screen is filled at the expense of image
accuracy. To use this function follow the instructions given in page 34.
5.3
5.3 Telephone & Technical Support
Telephone & Technical Support
5.35.3
Telephone & Technical SupportTelephone & 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.
E-mail: techsupport@vizio.com
Tel: (949)428-2525
Hours of operations:
6:00am – 6:00pm PST Monday – Friday
10:00am – 2:00pm PST Saturday – Sunday
Please have your VIZIO model number, serial number and date of purchase available before you call.
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Irvine, CA 92618
Tel: (949) 428-2525 Fax: (949) 585-9563
Web:
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5.4
5.4
5.45.4
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
5.5
5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement
5.55.5
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:
Notice:
Compliance
Compliance
ComplianceCompliance
FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement
FCC Class B Radio Interference StatementFCC Class B Radio Interference Statement
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.
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 6
Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information
Chapter 6Chapter 6
6.1
6.1 Specifications
6.16.1
Specifications
Panel 37” Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio
Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels
Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.6mm (H) x 0.6mm (V)
Display Compatibility HDTV (720P)
Signal Compatibility 480i (SDTV), 480P (EDTV), 720P (HDTV), 1080i (HDTV)
Colors 16.77 Million (8-bit)
Brightness 500 cd/m2 (typical)
Contrast 1000:1 (typical)
Response Time 6~8ms (typical)
Viewing Angle Up to 178° (horizontal and vertical)
Inputs 1x Co-axial RF (ATSC/QAM/NTSC), 2x HDMI™(v1.3) with HDCP (plus 1x Stereo Audio RCA
Outputs 1x Digital Optical Audio
Features CC, V-Chip, 3D Comb Filter, Motion Adaptive De-Interlace, 3:2 or 2:2 Reverse Pull-down,
Speakers Built-in, 10W x 2
Panel Life 60,000 hours to half the original brightness
Power
Input IEC Connector for direct power line connection
Voltage Range 100 ~ 240Vac at 50/60Hz
Power Consumption 210W max.
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature: 5°C~35°C, Relative Humidity: 20~80%, Altitude: 0~14,000 ft
Non-Operating Temperature: -20°C~50°C, Relative Humidity: 10~90%, Altitude: 0~40,000 ft
Dimensions 36.2” W x 26” H x 8.6” D with stand; 36.2” W x 24.9” H x 4.3” D without stand
Net Weight 42.8 lbs with stand
Gross Weight 52.0 lbs
Certifications
Specifications
SpecificationsSpecifications
Miscellaneous Information
Miscellaneous InformationMiscellaneous Information
for DVI source), 2x Component YPbPr plus Stereo Audio, 1x RGB PC plus Stereo Audio, 1x
S-Video (AV2) plus Stereo Audio, 2x Composite Video (AV1, AV2)
1x Analog Audio
ATSC, with 8VSB & QAM demodulation, with MPEG-2 decoding, NTSC Video decoding via
RF (Antenna, Cable) or Video (CVBS, Component), Progressive Scan Video via Component
YPbPr, VGA or HDMI™, HDTV via HDMI™ or Component YPbPr, Computer 640x480,
800x600, 1024x768, 1366x768 via VGA or 640x480 via HDMI, Color Temperature of 6500K,
5400K and 9300K, Independent Red, Green and blue adjustment for user fine tuning of color
temperature, Sound Enhancement, Lip Sync, Input naming and H/V Position.
UL C/UL, FCC Class B
*Product specifications may change without notice or obligation.
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6.2 Glossary
6.26.2
Analog TV: Today’s TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound.
Aspect Ratio (4x3): Traditional TV “aspect ratio”, that is, the screen’s width as compared to its height.
For example, a “32 inch TV screen” would be 25 inches wide and 19 inches tall.
Aspect Ratio (16x9): “Wide screen TV” aspect ratio which is more like a movie screen than a traditional
TV. For example, a “32 inch TV screen” would be 28 inches wide and 16 inches tall.
Digital TV (DTV): Television delivered and displayed using radio frequency waves that contain
information that is digitally encoded for improved quality and efficiency.
Enhanced Definition TV (EDTV): A better digital television transmission than SDTV with at least 480P,
in a 16x9 or 4x3 display and Dolby digital surround sound. 480P is the quality used by most DVD players.
EDTV provides 300-400,000 pixels.
HDTV Monitor (sometimes called HDTV Ready): A set that can display HDTV programming if you have
a separate HDTV tuner, HD Cable Set-Top Box or HD Satellite Set-Top-Box Receiver.
HDTV Tuner (also decoder, receiver, set-top box): A device capable of receiving and outputting HDTV
signals for display. It may be stand-alone or integrated in the set.
High-Definition Television (HDTV): The best quality picture, wide screen (16x9) display with at least
720 progressively scanned lines (720P) or 1080 interlaced lines (1080i) and Dolby digital surround sound.
HDTV provides 900,000-2.1 million pixels.
Integrated HDTV: An HDTV that has the digital tuner built into the set. It does not need a separate settop box to receive over-the-air DTV signals.
Interlace Scan: A way to scan vertical lines onto a TV picture by scanning all the odd lines first, then
filling the in the even lines (this happens instantaneously).
Plug-and-Play or Digital Cable Ready: A DTV or other device for digital cable consumers that plugs
directly into the cable jack and does not require a separate set-top box. Plug-and-Play TV owners must
obtain a CableCARD from their cable company in order to view scrambled programming services.
Progressive Scan: A way to scan vertical lines onto a TV picture by scanning all the lines consecutively
(progressively).
Standard Definition TV (SDTV): Basic digital television transmission that may be displayed with fewer
than 480 progressively scanned lines (480P) in 16 x 9 or 4 x 3 format. 480 interlaced (480i) is the quality
of today’s analog TV system.
Source: Buying a Digital Television, CEA, HDTV Guide, 2005
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.
Glossary –––– Standard Definiti
GlossaryGlossary
Standard Definitions
Standard Definiti Standard Definiti
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6.3
6.3 Index
6.36.3
Index
IndexIndex
A
Accessories, 5
Adjustments
Selecting the Screen Size, 34, 63, 48
Stepping through TV Channels, 34
Volume, 9, 34, 65
Advanced Video Features
Adaptive Luma, 42
Black Level Extender, 41
CTI (Color Transient Improvement, 42
DNR (Dynamic Noise Reduction, 41
Flesh Tone, 42
White Peak Limiter, 41
C
Cleaning your VIZIO TV, 64
Coax (RF)
Connecting for DTV, 23
Connecting for TV, 24
Connecting your Basic Set Top Box, 22
Component
Connecting your DVD Player, 17
Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 21
Composite (AV)
Connecting your Basic Set-Top Box, 22
Connecting your DVD Player, 18
Controls
Front Panel, 9
Side Panel, 9
D
DTV
Audio Adjustment, 43
Parental Control, 52
Picture Adjustment, 37
Special Features, 48
Tuner Setup, 46
DTV Audio Adjust
Balance, 44
Bass, 43
Simulated Surround Sound, 44
Speakers On/Off, 45
Treble, 44
Volume, 43
DTV Picture Adjust
Advanced Video, 41
Backlight, 38, 59
Brightness, 38, 60
Color, 39
Color Temperature, 40, 61
Contrast, 39, 60
Picture Mode, 37
Sharpness, 40
Tint, 39
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Closed Caption, 50
Language, 48
Reset, 51
Sleep Timer, 48
DTV Tuner Setup
Auto Search, 46
Daylight Saving, 47
Skip Channel, 46
Time Zone, 47
Tuner Mode, 46
DVI
Connecting your DVD Player, 16
Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 20
G
Glossary, 69
H
HDMI
Connecting your DVD Player, 15
Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 19
HDMI Input
Audio Adjustment, 56
Picture Adjustment, 56
Setup, 56
I
Inputs
Antenna, 3
Connectors, 14
Rear Label, 11
Installation
Base removal, 6
Preparation, 5
Safety Instructions, 2
Wall Mounting, 5, 6, 28
O
OSD
Brightness Adjustment, 38
Color Adjustment, 39
Contrast Adjustment, 39
Outputs
Using 5.1 Surround with a Home Theatre System, 25
P
Parental Control
Block Unrated Programming, 55
Channel Block, 52
Movie Rating, 54
Password change, 55
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PC Input
Audio Adjustment, 62
Picture Adjustment, 59
Setup, 62
PC Picture Adjust
Auto Adjust, 59
Fine Tune, 62
Horizontal Position, 61
Horizontal Size, 61
Vertical Position, 62
R
Remote
Batteries, 13
Range, 13
Remote Control
Using your Cable or Satellite Remote to Operate your
VIZIO TV, 64
RGB
Connecting your PC, 26
S
Screen Size explanation, 63
S-Video
Connecting your DVD Player, 18
Connecting your VCR, 23
Connecting your Video Camera, 23
Simulated Surround Sound, 44
Speakers On/Off, 45
Treble, 44
Volume, 43
TV Picture Adjust
Advanced Video, 41
Backlight, 38, 59
Brightness, 38, 60
Color, 39
Color Temperature, 40, 61
Contrast, 39, 60
Picture Mode, 37
Sharpness, 40
Tint, 39
TV Special Features
Closed Caption, 50
Language, 48
Reset, 51
Sleep Timer, 48
TV Tuner Setup, 46
Auto Search, 46
Skip Channel, 46
Tuner Mode, 46
V
Video Input
Audio Adjustment, 57
Parental Control, 58
Picture Adjustment, 57
Setup, 58
T
Technical Specifications, 68
Troubleshooting Guide, 65
TV
Audio Adjustment, 43
Parental Control, 52
Picture Adjustment, 37
Special Features, 48
TV Audio Adjust
Balance, 44
Bass, 43
W
Watching TV
Basic Adjustments, 34
Basic connections, 28
First Startup, 28
Getting your Programs, 33
Program Information, 35
Status Information, 35
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