VIZIO
user manual
Model: E420-B1
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Welcome
Thank You for Choosing ViZio
imPorTanT safeTY insTruCTions
And congratulations on your new VIZIO HDTV.
Your TV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined
design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire.To prevent
your TV from being damaged, the following instructions should
be observed for the installation, use, and maintenance of your
TV. Read the following safety instructions before operating your
TV. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
To get the most out of your new VIZIO product, read these
instructions before using your product and retain them for future
reference. Be sure to inspect the package contents to ensure
there are no missing or damaged parts.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock or component
damage, switch off the power before connecting other
components to your TV.
ProduCT regisTraTion
To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services
toll free at (877) 878-4946.
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Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
We recommend that you either:
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Complete and mail the enclosed registration card
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
extended Warranties
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
For peace of mind, and to protect your investment beyond the
standard warranty,VIZIO offers on-site extended warranty service
plans. These plans provide additional coverage during the
standard warranty period. To purchase an extended warranty
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Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong.The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
When reading This manual
When you see this symbol, please read the
accompanying important warning or notice. It is
intended to alert you to the presence of important
operating instructions.
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Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
When you see this symbol, please read the
accompanying helpful tip.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer,or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
or local power company.
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Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your TV.
This may compromise the integrity of the display.The
manufacturer’s warranty does not cover user abuse or
improper installations.
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Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
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The power cord must be replaced when using different
voltage than the voltage specified. For more information,
contact your dealer.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been
dropped.
When connected to a power outlet, power is always
flowing into your TV.To totally disconnect power, unplug
the power cord.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of un-isolated, dangerous voltage within the
inside of your TV that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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Unplug the power cord before cleaning your TV.
When moving your TV from an area of low temperature
to an area of high temperature, condensation may form
in the housing. Wait before turning on your TV to avoid
causing fire, electric shock, or component damage.
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Do not overload power strips and extension cords.
Overloading can result in fire or electric shock.
The wall socket should be installed near your TV and
easily accessible.
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A distance of at least three feet should be maintained
between your TV and any heat source, such as a radiator,
heater, oven, amplifier etc. Do not install your TV close to
smoke. Operating your TV close to smoke or moisture may
cause fire or electric shock.
Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your
TV. Any other voltage than the specified voltage may
cause fire or electric shock.
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Do not touch the power cord during lightning.To avoid
electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during
electrical storms.
Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the
cabinet are provided for ventilation.To ensure reliable
operation of your TV and to protect it from overheating,
be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. Do
not place your TV in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper
ventilation is provided.
Unplug your TV during a lightning storm or when it will not
be used for long period of time.This will protect your TV
from damage due to power surges.
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Never push any object into the slots and openings on
your TV cabinet. Do not place any objects on the top of
your TV. Doing so could short circuit parts causing a fire
or electric shock. Never spill liquids on your TV.
Do not attempt to repair or service your TV yourself.
Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to
high voltages, electric shock, and other hazards. If repair
is required, contact your dealer and refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Your TV should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer
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WARNING: Keep your TV away from moisture. Do not
expose your TV to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into
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your TV, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer.
Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric
shock.
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This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
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Do not use your TV if any abnormality occurs. If any
smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug the power
cord and contact your dealer immediately. Do not try to
repair your TV yourself.
The mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the
disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain
readily operable.
CAUTION - These servicing instructions are for use by
qualified service personnel only.To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in the operating instructions unless you
are qualified to do so.
Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If your
TV is dropped and the housing is damaged, the internal
components may function abnormally. Unplug the power
cord immediately and contact your dealer for repair.
Continued use of your TV may cause fire or electric
shock.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated DANGEROUS VOLTAGE within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.
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Do not install your TV in an area with heavy dust or high
humidity. Operating your TV in environments with heavy
dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock.
Follow instructions for moving your TV. Ensure that the
power cord and any other cables are unplugged before
moving your TV.
When unplugging your TV, hold the AC/DC power
adapter, not the cord. Pulling on the power cord may
damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or
electric shock. When your TV will not be used for an
extended period of time, unplug the power cord.
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To reduce risk of electric shock, do not touch the
connector with wet hands.
Insert batteries in accordance with instructions. Incorrect
polarities may cause the batteries to leak which can
damage the remote control or injure the operator. Do not
expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
or the like.
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If any of the following occurs, contact the dealer:
- The power cord fails or frays.
- Liquid sprays or any object drops into your TV.
- Your TV is exposed to rain or other moisture.
- Your TV is dropped or damaged in any way.
- The performance of your TV changes substantially.
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lightning Protection
TeleVision anTenna ConneCTion
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.
ProTeCTion
If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be
connected to the TV,make sure that the antenna or cable system
is electrically grounded to provide some protection against
voltage surges and static charges.
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.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPSA 70,
provides information with regard to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of the grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode.
Ground Clamp
Antenna Lead In Wire
Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding Electrode
System
Electric Service Equipment
(NEC ART 250, part H)
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Table of Contents
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installing the TV
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insPeCTing The PaCkage ConTenTs
Before installing your new TV, take a moment to inspect the
package contents. Use the images below to ensure nothing is
missing or damaged.
Remote Control
with Batteries
VIZIO LED HDTV
Quick Start Guide
3 x M4 12mm
Phillips Screws
2 x M6 12mm
Phillips Screws
Power Cord
PaCkage ConTenTs
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insTalling The TV
After removing the TV from the box and inspecting the package
contents you can begin installing the TV.Your TV can be installed
in two ways:
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On a flat surface, using the included stand
On a wall, using a VESA-standard wall mount (not
included)
installing the TV stand
Your TV includes a stand designed to support the weight of the
TV and keep it from falling over.However,the TV can still fall over if:
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It is placed on an uneven, unstable, or non-level surface
It is pushed, pulled, or otherwise improperly moved
If an earthquake occurs and the TV is not properly
secured
It is recommended that two people take part in the base
installation.
Place the TV screen-down on a clean, flat surface.To prevent
scratches or damage to the screen, place the TV on a soft surface
such as a blanket.
TV on sTand
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To install the base:
1. Align the neck piece with the bottom of the TV and slide the
flange into the body of the TV as shown.
3. Align the base with the neck and tighten three (3) M4 12mm
screws.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten two (2) M6 12mm screws
into the holes as shown to secure the neck piece to the TV.
4. When you are finished, place the TV on a stable,
level surface.
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installing the TV on a Wall
To mount your TV on a wall, you will need a wall mount. Consult
the information below to find the appropriate mount for your TV
model:
Installing a TV on a wall requires lifting.To prevent
injury or damage to the TV, ask someone to help you.
e420-B1
Screw Size:
M6
Hole Pattern:
200mm (V) x 200mm (H)
Weight w/o Stand:
Be sure the mount you choose is capable of supporting the
weight of the TV. After you have determined that you have the
correct mount for your TV, you can begin the installation.
Wall mounT sCreW loCaTions
To install your TV on a wall:
1. Disconnect any cables connected to your TV.
2. Place the TV face-down on a clean, flat, stable surface.
Be sure the surface is clear of debris that can scratch or
damage the TV.
3. Remove the base by loosening and removing the screws.
4. Attach your TV and wall mount to the wall, carefully following
the instructions that came with your mount.
Use only with a UL-listed wall mount bracket rated for the
weight/load of this TV.
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Controls and Connections
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usB - Connect a USB thumb drive to display photos.
hdmi - Connect an HDMI device.
stereo audio out - Connect an RCA audio device,such as sound bar.
hdmi - Connect an HDMI device.
Coaxial - Connect coaxial cable from cable,satellite,or antenna.
optical audio out - Connect an optical/SPDIF audio device,such as
a home audio receiver.
Component/Composite - Connect a component or composite device.
rear Panel
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FRont Panel
remoTe sensor & PoWer indiCaTor
When using the remote, aim it directly at this sensor.
The power indicator flashes on when the TV turns on, then goes out after
several seconds.To keep the power indicator on as long as the TV is on,
fronT Panel
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Remote ContRol
inPuT
PoWer
Turn the TV on or off.
Change the currently-displayed input.
a/V ConTrols
info
Control USB media player.
Display the info window.
Closed CaPTions
Open the closed caption menu.
menu
Display the on-screen menu.
exiT
arroW
Navigate the on-screen menu.
Close the on-screen menu.
ok
guide
Display the info window.
Select the highlighted menu option.
BaCk
V BuTTon
Open the USB media player.
Go to the previous on-screen menu.
Volume uP/doWn
Increase or decrease loudness of
the audio.
Channel uP/doWn
Change the channel.
lasT
muTe
Return to the channel last viewed.
Turn the audio off or on.
dash
numBer Pad
Use with number pad to manually
enter a digital sub-channel.
(For example, 18-4 or 18-5.)
Manually enter a channel.
Wide
Switch the display mode.
remoTe ConTrol
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replacing the Batteries
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Insert two batteries into the remote control. Make sure that
the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries match the (+) and
(-) symbols inside the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
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Connecting Your devices
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ConneCting a deviCe
Your TV can be used to display output from most devices.
1. Verify that your device has a video port that matches an
available port on the TV (HDMI, Component, etc.).
Cable/Satellite Box
DVD/Blu-ray Player
2. Turn the TV and your device off.
3. Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and
the device.
4. Turn the TV and your device on. Set the TV’s input to match
the connection you used (HDMI, Component, etc.).
Game Console
hdmi CaBle
• digiTal
• hd Video (1080p)*
• hd audio
BesT
ComPonenT CaBle
• analog
• hd Video (1080i)*
• sTereo audio
BeTTer
Coaxial CaBle
• analog
• hd Video (1080i)*
• sTereo audio
BeTTer
aV CaBle
• analog
• Video (480i)*
• sTereo audio
good
BaCk of TV
* Maximum Resolution
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ConneCTing a deViCe - audio and Video CaBle TYPes
AV CABLE
COAXIAL CABLE
AV cables (or Composite cables) are the traditional
way of connecting your devices to your TV. Video
signals are sent over the yellow connector while audio
is sent over the red and white connectors.
Coaxial cables are the traditional way of connecting
antennas and cable television signals to your TV.
Coaxial cables carry both audio and video signals
through a single connector.
• Video resolutions up to 480i
• analog Connection
• hd Video resolutions up to 1080i
• analog Connection
• audio and Video signals
• audio and Video signals
Coaxial
Y
L
R
good
BeTTer
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COMPONENT CABLE
HDMI CABLE
Component cables are designed to carry high
definition video signals along with additional
audio connections. Colors are delivered with color
information split up three different ways over three
connectors for video (separated into Red, Blue and
Green signals) and the left and right audio connectors
(Red and White).
HDMI is the intelligent, all-digital interface that delivers
bothdazzlingqualityandunmatchedeaseofuse.HDMI
technology transmits crystal-clear digital video along
with multi-channel surround audio. HDMI-connected
devices have the ability to automatically adjust
themselves for optimal viewing.
• hd Video resolutions up to 1080i
• analog Connection
• hd Video resolutions up to 1080p
• hd audio
• audio and Video signals
• digital Connection
• audio and Video signals
R
L
Pr/Cr Pb/Cb
Y
HDMI
BeTTer
BesT
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ConneCting an audio deviCe
Your TV can output sound to an audio device, such as a receiver
or sound bar.
1. Verify that your device has an audio port that matches an
available port on the TV (HDMI, RCA, etc.).
Home Audio Receiver
VIZIO Sound Bar
2. Turn the TV and your audio device off.
3. Connect the appropriate cable (not included) to the TV and
the device.
4. Turn the TV and your device on.
• CeC 2-WaY CommuniCaTion
• 2.0-5.1 digiTal audio
• PCm,dTs,dolBY digiTal
hdmi CaBle
BesT
rCa CaBle
• analog sTereo ConneCTion
• 2.0 Channel
good
oPTiCal/sPdif CaBle
• PCm sTream
• dolBY digiTal 5.1 Channel
• dTs 5.1 Channel
BeTTer
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3
ConneCTing an audio deViCe - audio CaBle TYPes
RCA CABLE
OPTICAL/SPDIF CABLE
HDMI CABLE
AV cables (or Composite cables) are the
traditional way of connecting your devices to
your audio device. Audio signals are sent over
the red and white connectors.
Optical/SPDIF cables transmit audio signals as
pulses of light through a cable made of plastic
fibers. Audio signals are digitally transmitted
between devices.
HDMI technology transmits crystal-clear digital
multi-channel surround audio through a single
HDMI cable. Audio Return Channel-enabled
(ARC) TVs allow audio to be sent over an already
connected HDMI cable, eliminating the need
for a separate audio cable. See Connecting an
• Quality stereo Connection
• 2.0 Channel
• PCm stream (lossless)
• dolby digital 5.1 Channel
• dTs 5.1 Channel
• CeC 2-way Communication
(auto setup)
• PCm, dTs, dolby digital
• analog Connection
• audio signal only
• 2.0-5.1 scaleable lossless
• digital Connection
• audio signal only
digital audio Connection
• audio and Video signals
L
R
Optical/SPDIF
HDMI
good
BeTTer
BesT
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ConneCTing an audio deViCe - arC
Without hdmi arC
With hdmi arC
Built-in Tuner
Built-in Tuner
Your TV
Your TV
With an HDMI ARC setup,the
audio connection between
your TV and home audio
receiver can be removed.
The HDMI cable will transmit
audio signals to and from
your TV with an all-digital
audio/video connection.
Without an HDMI ARC setup,
your TV will transmit audio
signals from the built-in
tuner to your home audio
receiver through a separate
audio connection.
3.5mm (Audio)
HDMI
HDMI
Your Home Audio Receiver
Your Home Audio Receiver
HDMI
HDMI
Your Blu-Ray Player
Your Blu-Ray Player
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Completing the first-Time setup
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The first time you turn on the TV, the Setup App will guide you
through each of the steps necessary to get your TV ready for use.
4. Use the ok and arrow buttons on the remote to highlight
your time zone and press ok.
Before you begin the first-time setup:
5. Use the ok and arrow buttons on the remote to set whether
daylight saving time applies in your locale.
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Your TV should be installed and the power cord should
be connected to an electrical outlet.
When you are finished, highlight next and press ok.
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Your devices should be connected.
To complete the first-time setup:
6. Use the ok and arrow up/
down Buttons on the remote to
select your TV connection.
1. Press the Power/standby
button on the remote.The TV
powers on and the Setup App
starts.
7. Follow the steps for choosing
a device and an input, if they
appear.
8. Press ok to have the TV begin
finding channels, if the option
appears.
2. Use the arrow buttons on the
remote to highlight home use
and press ok.
9. Highlight name This input and press ok to rename the
input, if desired.
10.When you have finished setting up your connection and
scanning for channels, highlight exit to live TV and press
ok.
3. Use the arrow and ok buttons
on the remote to select your
preferred language and your
country.
The first-Time setup is complete.
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using the on-screen menu
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Your TV features an easy-to-use on-screen menu.
navigating the on-SCReen menu
To open the on-screen menu, press the menu button on the
remote.
To open the on-screen menu, press
the menu button on the remote.
From this menu, you can:
Use the arrow buttons to highlight
a menu option, and press the ok
button to select that option.
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Adjust the Picture settings
Adjust the Audio settings
Activate the Sleep Timer
Adjust the Tuner settings
Set up Closed Captioning
Name the TV Inputs
VIZIO
SETTINGS
Picture
Audio
Timers
Tuner
While navigating the on-screen menu, you can press
the BaCk button at any time to return to the previous
menu screen.The exiT button will close the
on-screen menu.
CC
Closed Captions
Devices
Adjust TV Settings
System
Guided Setup
Access the Guided Setup
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5
Changing the inPut SouRCe
Changing the SCReen aSPeCt Ratio
External devices such as DVD players, Blu-ray Players, and video
game consoles can be connected to your TV. To use one of
these devices with your TV, you must first change the input
source in the on-screen menu.
TheTV can display images in five different modes:Normal,Stretch,
Panoramic, Wide, and Zoom. Each mode displays the picture
differently.
To change the screen aspect ratio:
To change the input device:
1. Press the Wide button on the
1. Press the inPuT button on
TV
remote.
Normal
Normal
Stretch
the remote.The input menu is
2. Use the arrow buttons to
highlight the aspect ratio you
wish to view and press ok.
displayed.
Panoramic
HDMI-1
2. Use the up/down arrow
buttons or the inPuT button
Wide
Wide
• normal preserves the content’s
original aspect ratio. Since the
4:3 aspect ratio is not large
on the remote to highlight the
input you wish to view and
press ok.The selected input is
displayed.
HDMI-2
Zoom
Zoom
Note: Aspect ratio settings may
vary by Input source.
enough to fill the TV’s screen,
black bars are added to the left
and right of the display image.
COMP
Note: Inputs may vary by TV.
• stretch expands the display image to fill the screen.
Images may appear wider than intended. If you are
watching widescreen (1.85:1 or 2.35:1) content, black
bars will still appear on the top and bottom of the display
image. This option is only available when the TV is
displaying a 720p/1080i source.
You can change the input names that appear on the
Input menu to make your devices easy to recognize.
34 for more information.
• Panoramic expands the display image to fill the screen.
Images may appear wider than intended. If you are
watching widescreen (1.85:1 or 2.35:1) content, black
bars will still appear on the top and bottom of the display
image. This option is only available when the TV is
displaying a 480i/480p source.
• Wide stretches a 4:3 aspect ratio picture to the edges
of the screen. Since the picture is being stretched, the
display image may appear distorted. If the program
is already formatted for widescreen viewing (1.85:1 or
2.35:1), then black bars will appear on the top and
bottom of the display image.
• Zoom expands images with black bars to fit the screen.
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adjuSting the PiCtuRe SettingS
Your TV display can be adjusted to suit your preferences and
viewing conditions.
4. To manually change each of the picture settings, use the
up/down arrow buttons on the remote to highlight that
picture setting, then use the left/right arrow buttons to
adjust the setting:
To adjust the picture settings:
• auto Brightness Control - Detects the light levels in the
room and automatically adjusts the backlight for the
best picture. Select off, low, medium, or high.
1. Press the menu button on the
VIZIO
remote.The on-screen menu is
PICTURE
displayed.
Picture Mode
Standard
Medium
• Backlight - Adjusts the LED brightness to affect the overall
brilliance of the picture. Backlight cannot be adjusted
when starting from some picture modes.
Auto Brightness Control
2. Use the arrow buttons on the
remote to highlight Picture and
press ok.The PICTURE menu is
displayed.
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Backlight
85
50
50
59
0
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Brightness
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Contrast
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• Brightness - Adjusts the black level of the picture. When
this setting is too low, the picture may be too dark to
distinguish details. When this setting is too high, the
picture may appear faded or washed out.
Color
3. Use the arrow buttons on the
remote to highlight Picture
mode, then use the left/right
arrow buttons to change the
picture mode:
Tint
Sharpness
Advanced Picture
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• Contrast - Adjusts the white level of the picture. When
this setting is too low, the picture may appear dark. When
this setting is too high, the picture may appear faded
or washed out. If the setting is too high or too low, detail
may be difficult to distinguish in dark or bright areas of
the picture.
• standard mode sets the
various picture settings to
values that meet
Select from preset picture modes. Standard
picture mode meets ENERGY STAR®
requirements. For the best picture, use
Calibrated mode.To reduce video delay
(lag) when gaming, use Game mode.
ENERGY STAR® requirements.
• Color - Adjusts the intensity of the picture colors.
• Calibrated mode sets the
picture settings to values
perfect for watching TV in a
brightly-lit room.
• Tint - Adjusts the hue of the picture.This setting is useful
in adjusting the flesh tones in the picture. If flesh appears
too orange, reduce the level of color before adjusting tint.
• sharpness - Adjusts the edge sharpness of picture
elements. It can be used to sharpen non-HD (high
definition) content; however, it will not produce detail that
does not otherwise exist.
• Calibrated dark mode sets the picture settings to values
perfect for watching TV in a dark room.
• Vivid mode sets the picture settings to values that
produce a brighter, more vivid picture.
5. When you have finished adjusting the picture settings, press
• game mode reduces throughput delays and optimizes
the exiT button on the remote.
the picture settings for displaying game console output.
• Computer mode optimizes the picture settings for
displaying computer output.
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adjusting the advanced Picture settings
buttons to adjust the horizontal position of the displayed
picture. Use the up/down arrow buttons to adjust the
vertical position of the displayed picture. Press the ok
button when you are finished.
To adjust the advanced picture settings:
1. From the PICTURE menu,use the
VIZIO
arrow buttons on the remote to
highlight advanced Picture, then
press ok.The ADVANCED PICTURE
menu is displayed.
• Picture size - Increase or decrease the vertical and
horizontal size of the displayed picture. Use the left/
right arrow buttons to adjust the horizontal size of the
displayed picture. Use the up/down arrow buttons to
adjust the vertical size of the displayed picture. Press the
ok button when you are finished.
ADVANCED PICTURE
Color Temperature
Black Detail
Off
On
Backlight Control
Reduce Signal Noise
Reduce Block Noise
Picture Position
Picture Size
2. Use the arrow buttons to
highlight the setting you wish
to adjust, then press left/right
arrow buttons to change
the setting:
Low
Low
• film mode - Optimizes the picture for watching film.
Select auto or off.
Film Mode
Auto
Reset Picture Mode
• Color Temperature -
3. When you have finished adjusting the Advanced Picture
Settings, press the exiT button on the remote.
• Black detail - Adjusts the
average brightness of the
picture to compensate for
large areas of brightness.
Select off, low, medium, or
high.
• Backlight Control -
Dynamically improves the
contrast ratio of the picture
by adjusting the backlight.
The adjustment is controlled
by the content on the
screen. Select on or off.
• reduce signal noise - Diminishes artifacts in the image
caused by the digitizing of image motion content. Select
off, low, medium, or high.
• reduce Block noise - Reduces pixelation and distortion
for mpeg files. Select off, low, medium, or high.
• Picture Position - Adjust the vertical and horizontal
positions of the picture to ensure the image is centered
and completely fills the screen. Use the left/right arrow
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adjusting the Color Temperature
resetting the Color Temperature settings
Adjusting the color temperature will change the white balance
of the picture.
To reset the Color Temperature settings:
1. From the COLOR TEMPERATURE
To adjust the color temperature:
VIZIO
menu, use the arrow buttons
to highlight reset Color
Temperature, and then press
ok.
COLOR TEMPERATURE
1. From the Picture Menu, use
Color Temperature
Normal
VIZIO
the arrow buttons to highlight
more, and then press ok.
Reset Color Temperature
COLOR TEMPERATURE
Color Temperature
Custom
2. Use the arrow buttons on
the remote to highlight Color
Temperature, then press ok.
The Color Temperature menu is
displayed.
2. The TV displays,“Select Reset
to restore factory default color
temperature settings.” Highlight
reset and press ok.
+
+
+
+
+
+
Red Gain
50
-
Green Gain
50
50
50
50
50
-
Blue Gain
-
Red Offset
-
Green Offset
-
3. Press the exiT button on the
3. Use the arrow buttons on
the remote to highlight Color
Temperature, then use the
left/right arrow buttons to
change the color temperature
preset:
Blue Offset
-
remote.
Reset Color Temperature
• Cool produces a blue-hued
picture.
• Computer optimizes the
picture for use as a PC
monitor.
Adjusts the global white balance by
modifying the red, green, and blue gains
and offsets.
• normal is optimized for
television viewing.
• Custom is intended for technicians to manually calibrate
the TV by changing each of the color temperature
settings. Calibration requires an input with precisely set
colors and a specialized light meter.
red/green/Blue gain - Adjusts the degree of
contrast of each color in the display.
red/green/Blue offset - Adjusts the brightness of
each color in the display.
4. When you have finished adjusting the color temperature,
press the exiT button on the remote.
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resetting the Picture settings
To reset the picture settings to the factory default settings:
Reseting the picture mode only affects the settings
for the currently-selected input, such as antenna or
HDMI-1.
1. From the ADVANCED PICTURE
VIZIO
menu, use the arrow buttons to
ADVANCED PICTURE
highlight reset Picture mode,
Color Temperature
then press ok.
Black Detail
Off
On
Backlight Control
2. The TV displays,“Select Reset to
restore factory default picture
settings.” Highlight reset and
press ok.
Reduce Signal Noise
Reduce Block Noise
Picture Position
Picture Size
Low
Low
3. Press the exiT button on the
Film Mode
Auto
remote.
Reset Picture Mode
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the left and right speakers.
adjuSting the audio SettingS
• lip sync - Adjusts the synchronization between the
To adjust the audio settings:
display image and the accompanying audio track.
• digital audio out - Changes the type of processing for
HDMI ARC output when connected to a home theater
audio system. Select PCm or Bitstream.
1. Press the menu button on the
VIZIO
AUDIO
remote.The on-screen menu
is displayed.
TV Speakers
On
On
On
0
2. Use the arrow buttons on the
remote to highlight audio and
press ok.The AUDIO menu
is displayed.
Surround Sound
Volume Leveling
Balance
You must select Bitstream for audio with more than
two channels (3.0, 5.0, or 5.1, for example).
+
+
-
-
Lip Sync
0
Digital Audio Out
Analog Audio Out
Equalizer Settings
Reset Audio Mode
PCM
• analog audio out - Sets the volume control properties
for the analog RCA (red/white) connectors when
connected to a home theater audio system. Select
Variable to control the external device’s volume from
the TV’s volume controls, or select fixed to control the
external device’s volume from your home theater system
controls.
3. Use the arrow buttons to
highlight the setting you wish
to adjust, then press left/right
arrow buttons to change
the setting:
Fixed
• TV speakers - Turns the
built-in speakers on or off.
• equalizer settings - Adjusts the boost or attenuation
of different frequencies using either preset or custom
When the TV speakers are set to on, DTS signals
cannot be passed through digital audio outputs.
• reset audio mode - Restores the audio settings to the
• surround sound - Surround sound uses DTS TruSurround™
to deliver an immersive surround sound experience
from the TV’s internal speakers.TruSurround completes
the entertainment experience by providing deep, rich
bass and by delivering crisp details and clear, intelligible
dialog. Select on or off.
4. When you have finished adjusting the audio settings, press
the exiT button on the remote.
• Volume leveling - Volume leveling uses DTS TruVolume™
to maintain consistent volume levels during transitions
between program content, AV formats, and input sources.
Select on or off. In a few cases, volume leveling may
artificially suppress volume increases, making it difficult
to hear dialog or flattening sudden noises. If this occurs,
turn volume leveling off.
• Balance - Adjusts the loudness of the audio output from
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Changing the equalizer settings
resetting the audio settings
The graphic equalizer has several pre-set modes and allows you
to create one custom mode.
To reset the audio settings to the factory default settings:
1. Press the menu button on the remote.The on-screen menu is
To select a pre-set audio mode:
displayed.
1. Press the menu button on the remote.The on-screen menu is
2. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight audio and
displayed.
press ok.The AUDIO menu is displayed.
2. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight audio and
3. Use the arrow buttons to highlight reset audio mode and
press ok.The TV displays,“Select Reset to restore factory
default audio settings.”
press ok.The AUDIO menu is displayed.
3. Use the arrow buttons to highlight equalizer settings and
press ok.The Audio Mode and equalizer settings screen
appears.
4. Highlight reset and press ok.
5. Press the exiT button on the remote.
4. Use the left and right arrow buttons to select an audio
mode.The equalizer bars change to reflect the mode.
5. Press the exiT button on the remote.
To create, modify, or replace the single custom equalizer setting:
1. Press the menu button on the remote.The on-screen menu is
displayed.
2. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight audio and
press ok.The AUDIO menu is displayed.
3. Use the arrow buttons to highlight equalizer settings and
press ok.The Audio Mode and equalizer settings screen
appears.
4. Use the left and right arrow buttons to select any audio
mode as a starting point.
5. Use the arrow buttons to highlight a frequency and then
press ok.
6. Use the up and down arrow buttons to adjust the boost
(up) and attenuation (down) for the frequency.
7. Use the left and right arrow buttons to select another
frequency, if desired, and adjust it.
8. Press the exiT button on the remote.
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setting the auto Power off feature
Setting timeRS
To help save energy, your TV is set by default to turn off after 10
minutes without a video or audio signal. This feature can be
deactivated.
This TV has several timers to save energy and to turn off when you
go to sleep.
To set the Auto Power Off feature:
setting the sleep Timer
When activated, the TV’s sleep timer will turn the TV off after a set
period of time.
1. From the TIMERS menu, use the up/down arrow buttons on
the remote to highlight auto Power off.
1. Press the menu button on the
2. Use the left/right arrow buttons on the remote to change
whether the TV will turn off. If you don’t want the TV to turn off
when there is no signal, change the setting to off. Otherwise,
select 10 minutes.
VIZIO
TIMERS
remote.The on-screen menu is
displayed.
Sleep Timer
Off
2. Use the arrow buttons on the
remote to highlight Timers and
press ok.The TIMERS menu is
displayed.
Auto Power Off
10 minutes
3. When you have finished setting the auto power off time,
press the exiT button on the remote.
3. Use the left/right arrow
buttons on the remote to
highlight the period of time
after which you want the TV to
go to sleep: 30, 60, 90, 120, or
180 minutes. If you don’t want
the sleep timer to activate,
change the setting to off.
4. When you have finished setting
the sleep timer, press the exiT
button on the remote.
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selecting a Tuner input
Setting uP the tuneR
Select the type of tuner input you will be using.You can select either
Antenna (Over-the-air) or Cable (Out-of-the-wall) connections.
You can use the TV’s Tuner menu to:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Select a Tuner Input
1. From the TUNER menu, highlight Tuner mode and press ok.
VIZIO
TUNER
Perform an Auto Channel Scan
Perform a Partial Channel Scan
Manually Add Channels
Select Channels to Skip
Select Analog MTS Modes
Select Digital Languages
The TUNER MODE menu displays.
Tuner Mode
Antenna
2. Highlight antenna or Cable and press ok. Press exiT.
Auto Channel Scan
Partial Channel Search
Add Analog Channel
Skip Channel
scanning for Channels
Before the TV can detect and display channels and their
associated information, you must scan for channels. A channel
scan may also be necessary when the TV has been moved to an
area where different free-to-air broadcast television channels are
available.
Analog Audio
Stereo
Digital Language
English
To perform an Auto Channel Scan:
1. From the TUNER menu, highlight
auto Channel scan, and press
ok.The CHANNEL SCAN begins.
VIZIO
CHANNEL SCAN
Channels Found
Digital Channels: 0
Analog Channels: 0
13% Complete
Cancel
2. Wait until the channel scan is
100% complete. Highlight done
and press ok.
3. Press the exiT button on the
remote.
If the channel scan is cancelled,the
channels
that
were
already
discovered are retained. A new
channel scan will clear all channels.
Cancel the channel scan.
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adding new Channels
To add a single new analog channel:
Occasionally, you may need to add a new range of channels or
add a new analog channel.You can do this by using the Partial
Channel Search and Add Analog Channel options.
1. From the TUNER menu, highlight
add analog Channel and
VIZIO
ADD ANALOG CHANNEL
Enter Channel #
Add Channel
press ok.The ADD ANALOG
CHANNEL menu is displayed.
To add a range of new channels:
2. Highlight enter Channel # and
use the number Pad on the
remote to enter the number of
the channel you are adding.
1. From the TUNER menu, highlight Partial Channel search,
and press ok.The PARTIAL CHANNEL SEARCH menu is
displayed.
2. Highlight scan mode and select the type of channel you
3. Highlight add Channel and
press ok.The TV scans for the
channel.
are adding: analog, digital, or analog/digital.
3. Highlight from Channel and enter the channel where
you want to begin the scan. (Use the left arrow button to
backspace. Use the number Pad on the remote to enter the
channel.)
4. When the TV is done scanning
for the channel, press the exiT
button on the remote.
4. Highlight To Channel and enter the channel where you want
to end the scan. (Use the left arrow button to backspace.
Use the number Pad on the remote to enter the channel.)
5. Highlight start and press ok.The partial channel search
begins.
6. Wait until the partial channel search is 100% complete.
Highlight done and press ok.
7. Press the exiT button on the remote.
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skipping Channels
After a channel scan is completed, you may find that some
channels are too weak to watch comfortably.There may also be
some channels you do not want to view. You can remove these
channels from the TV’s memory with the Skip Channel feature.
Channels that have been removed with the Skip
Channel feature can still be viewed if the channel
is entered using the Number Pad. If you wish to
completely block a channel from being viewed, use
the parental controls. See Locking and Unlocking
To remove a channel:
1. From the TUNER menu, highlight
VIZIO
skip Channel, and press ok.
The SKIP CHANNEL menu is
displayed.
SKIP CHANNEL
Test 0
Test 1
Test 2
Test 3
Test 4
Test 5
1
1
P
P
2. For each channel you wish
to remove, use the up/down
arrow buttons on the remote
to highlight the channel and
press ok. A P appears to the
right of each channel you
select.
1-2
2
2-2
2-3
P
3. When you have selected all
of the channels you wish to
remove, press the exiT button
on the remote.
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Changing the digital audio language
liStening to alteRnate audio
Some digital over-the-air (free), cable, and satellite channels
broadcast programs in more than one language.The TV’s Digital
Audio feature allows you to listen to audio in alternate languages.
Changing the analog audio language
Some analog over-the-air (free) and cable channels broadcast
programs in more than one language. The TV’s Analog Audio
feature allows you to listen to audio in an alternate language
using Secondary Audio Programming (SAP).
Not all programs are broadcast in alternate
languages.The Digital Audio Language feature only
works when the program being viewed is being
broadcast in the language you select.
Not all programs are broadcast in SAP.The Analog
Audio Language feature only works when the
program being viewed is being broadcast with
Secondary Audio Programming.
1. From the Tuner menu, highlight
VIZIO
digital language and press
DIGITAL LANGUAGE
ok. The Digital Language menu
English
is displayed.
To use the Analog Audio feature:
1. From the Tuner menu, highlight
Español
2. Select your preferred language:
Français
english, français, or español.
Press ok.
analog audio and press ok.
The Analog Audio menu is
displayed.
VIZIO
ANALOG AUDIO
Stereo
SAP
3. Press the exiT button on the
remote.
2. Select stereo, saP (secondary
audio programming), or mono.
Press ok.
Mono
3. Press the exiT button on the
remote.
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Changing the appearance of digital Closed Captions
Setting uP CloSed CaPtioning
Digital closed captions can be displayed according to your
preference. See the diagram on the next page for an explanation
of the parts of the closed caption area.
Your TV can display closed captions for programs that include
them. Closed captions display a transcription of a program’s
dialogue.
To change the appearance of digital closed captions:
1. From the CLOSED CAPTIONS
If the program you are viewing is not being broadcast
with closed captions, the TV will not display them.
VIZIO
menu, use the arrow buttons
to highlight digital Closed
Captions style and press ok.
DIGITAL CAPTION STYLE
Caption Style
Text Style
Custom
As Broadcast
Large
The Closed Captioning menu only appears when the input is an
antenna for Over-the-Air signals, cable TV directly from the wall
(no cable box), or a device with a composite video connection.
2. Use the left/right arrow
buttons on the remote to select
Custom.The DIGITAL CLOSED
CAPTIONS STYLE menu appears
as shown.
Text Size
Text Color
Green
Text Opacity
Text Edges
As Broadcast
As Broadcast
As Broadcast
Black
To activate or deactivate closed
captions:
Text Edges Color
Background Color
Background Opacity
Window Color
Window Opacity
1. Press the menu button on the
3. Use the up/down arrow buttons
on the remote to highlight the
setting you wish to change,
VIZIO
CLOSED CAPTIONS
remote.The on-screen menu is
As Broadcast
Red
displayed.
Analog Closed Captions
Digital Closed Captions
Digital Caption Style
CC1
CS1
As Broadcast
then use the left/right arrow
buttons to change the setting:
2. Use the arrow buttons on the
remote to highlight Closed
Captions and press ok. The
CLOSED CAPTIONS menu is
displayed.
Custom
• Caption style - Choose
as Broadcast to keep
default settings or Custom
to manually change each
setting.
3. Use the arrow buttons on the
remote to highlight the type
of closed captions you wish to
see:
• Text style - Change the
font used for the closed
captioning text.
• analog Closed Captions for
analog (NTSC) TV channels.
• Text size - Make the text larger or smaller.
• digital Closed Captions for
• Text Color - Change the color of the text.
digital (ATSC) TV channels.
• Text opacity - Change the transparency of the text.
4. After highlighting the type of
closed captions you wish to
see, use the left/right arrow
buttons on the remote to select
the caption channel you wish
to display, then press exiT.
• Text edges - Change the effects at the edges of the text,
such as raising the edges or adding drop shadows.
• Text edges Color - Change the color of the text edge
effects.
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• Background Color - Change the color of the
Typical choices include:
background directly behind the text.
•
Opaque background, transparent window—Only a strip
of background appears behind the text, expanding as
the text appears.This is the typical "As Broadcast" mode.
• Background opacity - Change the transparency of the
background directly behind the text.
• Window Color - Change the color of the closed
•
Opaque background and window in the same color—
When text appears, the entire line fills with color at once.
captioning box.
• Window opacity - Change the opacity of the closed
In the example below, the closed caption text is green, the
background is black, and the window is red.
captioning box
4. When you are satisfied with the appearance of the closed
captions, press the exiT button on the remote.
Text
Background
CLOSED CAPTION TEXT SAMPLE
Window
Closed CaPTions sCreen laYouT
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Renaming deviCeS on the inPut menu
Inputs can be renamed to make them easier to recognize on the
example, if you have a DVD player connected to the Component
input, you can rename that input to display “DVD Player.”
input Port
To change the name of an input:
VIZIO
NAME INPUT
1. Press the menu button on the remote.The on-screen menu is
HDMI-1
DVD_
DVD
input name
displayed.
2. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight devices
Custom name
and press ok.The DEVICES menu is displayed.
3. Highlight the input device that you want to rename and
a
j
s
b c d e
f
g h i
press ok.
k
t
l
m n o p q r
4. To use a preset input name:
u v w x
y
z
0
1
.@#
OK
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
a. Highlight the input Port row and press ok.
.com Space
b. Highlight the input name you want to use and press ok.
—or—
Cancel
To enter a custom name:
Select the input name from a list
of common device names (Blu-ray,
Cable Box, DVD, etc).
a. Enter your custom name using the on-screen keyboard.
b. Highlight ok and press ok.
c. The Input Name changes to show the custom name that
you created.
5. When you have finished naming your input, press the exiT
button on the remote.
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Viewing system information
Changing the tv SettingS
To view a summary of the TV settings:
Using the system menu, you can:
1. Press the menu button on the remote.The on-screen menu is
•
•
View system information
displayed.
VIZIO
SYSTEM
Change the on-screen
menu language
2. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight system
System Information
Menu Language
Time & Local Settings
Parental Controls
CEC
and press ok.The SYSTEM menu is displayed.
•
Set the time zone and local
settings
English
Off
3. Highlight system information and press ok.
•
•
•
Set up parental controls
Adjust the CEC settings
4. Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll through the system
information.
Power Indicator
Reset & Admin
Adjust when the power
indicator is illuminated
5. When you are finished reviewing the system information,
press the exiT button on the remote.
•
Reset the TV settings & set
up administrative controls
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Changing the on-screen menu language
setting the Time Zone
Your TV can display the on-screen menu in different languages.
To ensure the correct time is displayed when you press the guide
button, set the TV’s time zone:
To change the on-screen menu language:
1. Press the menu button on the
1. Press the menu button on the
remote.The on-screen menu is
displayed.
VIZIO
TIME ZONE
VIZIO
MENU LANGUAGE
remote.The on-screen menu is
displayed.
Alaska
2. Use the arrow buttons on the
English
Español
Français
Hawaii
remote to highlight system and
2. Use the arrow buttons on the
remote to highlight system and
press ok.The SYSTEM menu is
displayed.
Pacific
press ok.The SYSTEM menu is
displayed.
Mountain
Central
3. Use the arrow buttons on the
Eastern
remote to highlight Time &
3. Use the arrow buttons on the
remote to highlight menu
language and press ok. The
MENU LANGUAGE menu is
displayed.
Atlantic
local settings and press ok.
Newfoundland
The TIME & LOCAL SETTINGS
Indiana
menu is displayed.
Arizona
4. Highlight Time Zone and press
ok.The TIME ZONE menu is
4. Highlight your preferred
language (english, español, or
français) and press ok.
displayed.
5. Highlight your time zone and
press ok.
5. Press the exiT button on the
6. Highlight daylight saving and
press ok.The DAYLIGHT SAVING
menu is displayed. Choose on
if your locale observes daylight
savings time, or off if it does
not.
remote.
7. Press the exiT button on the remote.
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using the Parental Controls
enabling or disabling Program ratings
The TV’s parental controls allow you to prevent the TV from
displaying certain channels or programs without a password.
To manage program content according to its rating, you must
enable the Program Rating feature.
The Parental Controls menu only appears when:
To enable or disable the Program Rating feature:
•
You are using an the tuner receive your TV signals, such
as when you are using an antenna for Over-the-Air
signals or when connected to cable TV directly from the
wall (no cable box).
1. From the PARENTAL CONTROLS menu, highlight locks and
press ok.The LOCKS menu is displayed.
2. Select on or off and press ok.
•
You have a device connected using a composite video
cable or a coaxial cable, such as a VCR, satellite or
cable box, or DVR.
locking and unlocking Channels
When a channel is locked, it will be inaccessible. Locking
a channel is a good way to prevent children from viewing
inappropriate material.
accessing the Parental Controls menu
To access the Parental Controls menu:
To lock or unlock a channel:
1. Press the menu button on the remote.The on-screen menu is
1. From the PARENTAL CONTROLS menu, highlight Channel
displayed.
locks and press ok.The CHANNEL LOCKS menu is displayed.
2. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight system
2. Highlight the channel you want to lock or unlock and press
and press ok.The SYSTEM menu is displayed.
ok.
3. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight Parental
3. When a channel is locked, the lock icon appears locked.
The channel is not accessible unless the parental passcode
is entered.
Controls and press ok.
4. Enter your parental passcode. If you have not set a
passcode, enter the default, 0000.The PARENTAL CONTROLS
menu is displayed.
4. When a channel is unlocked, the lock icon appears
unlocked.The channel is accessible.
To set a custom parental passcode, see Changing
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Blocking and unblocking Content by rating
Changing the Parental Control Passcode
A channel may sometimes broadcast programs that are meant
for children, and at other times broadcast programs that are
meant for mature audiences. You may not want to block the
channel completely using a channel lock, but you may wish to
block certain programs from being viewed.
If you use the parental controls,you should change the passcode
to prevent children from accessing inappropriate material.
To change the parental control passcode:
1. From the PARENTAL CONTROLS menu, highlight Change Pin
When this is the case, you can use the TV’s Rating Block feature
to block content based on its rating.
and press ok.The CHANGE PIN menu is displayed.
2. In the new Pin field, use the number Pad on the remote to
enter your new 4-digit parental control passcode.
For a list of content ratings and their definitions, visit
3. In the Confirm Pin field, use the number Pad on the remote
to re-enter your new 4-digit parental control passcode.
To block or unblock content by its rating:
4. Write down your new parental control passcode and save it
in a secure location.
1. From the PARENTAL CONTROLS menu, highlight the content
type you want to adjust and press ok:
5. Press the exiT button on the remote.
usa TV - USA television program broadcasts.
resetting the Content locks
usa movie - USA movie broadcasts.
Can - english - Canadian English television program
To reset the content locks to the factory-default settings:
broadcasts.
1. From the PARENTAL CONTROLS menu, highlight reseT loCks
and press ok.The TV displays,“Are you sure you want to
RESET ALL LOCKS SETTINGS to the factory defaults?”
Can - french - Canadian French television program
broadcasts.
2. For each rating type you want to block or unblock, use the
up/down and left/right arrow buttons on the remote to
highlight the rating type and press ok.
2. Highlight Yes and press ok.
3. When the rating type is blocked, the lock icon appears
locked. Content with this rating and all higher ratings
cannot be viewed.
4. When the rating type is unblocked, the lock icon appears
unlocked. Content with this rating and all lower ratings can
be viewed.
If you want to block all unrated content, highlight Block
unrated shows and use the arrow buttons on the remote to
select on.
5. When you are finished adjusting the rating level blocks, press
the exiT button on the remote.
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adjusting the CeC settings
Turning the Power indicator on or off
The CEC function on your TV enables you to control
HDMI-connected devices with the included remote without any
additional programming.
The Power Indicator on the front of your TV normally does not
glow when the TV is on.You can change this setting if you prefer
the light to be on.
To turn the Power Indicator Light on or off:
Not all HDMI devices support CEC. See your device’s
user manual for details.
1. Press the menu button on the remote.The on-screen menu is
displayed.
To enable, disable, or adjust CEC settings:
2. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight system
and press ok.The SYSTEM menu is displayed.
1. Press the menu button on the remote.The on-screen menu is
displayed.
3. Highlight Power indicator and press ok.The POWER
INDICATOR menu is displayed.
2. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight system
4. Use the up/down arrow buttons to select on or off, then
and press ok.The SYSTEM menu is displayed.
press ok.
3. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight CeC and
press ok.The CEC menu is displayed.
4. Use the arrow and ok buttons to adjust each setting:
• CeC - To use CEC, you must select on.
• system audio Control - When system audio control is on,
you can control your device’s audio using the TV’s remote
control.
• device discovery - Use this function to determine if your
device is connected and supports CEC.
5. Press the exiT button on the remote.
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5
uSing the guided SetuP menu
uSing the ReSet & admin menu
using guided setup
You can use the TV’s Reset & Admin menu to restore the TV to its
factory default settings.
The TV’s Setup App can be used to easily set up the TV tuner.
To use guided setup:
restoring the TV to factory default settings
1. Press the menu button on the
All of the on-screen menu settings can be reset to the factory
defaults.
VIZIO
remote.The on-screen menu is
displayed.
GUIDED SETUP
Tuner Setup
If you restore the TV to the factory default settings, all
changes you have made to the settings will be lost!
2. Highlight guided setup and
press ok.The GUIDED SETUP
menu is displayed.
To restore the TV to its factory default settings:
3. Highlight Tuner setup and
press ok.
1. Press the menu button on the remote.The on-screen menu is
displayed.
4. Follow the on-screen
instructions. When finished,
press the exiT button on the
remote.
2. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight system
and press ok.The SYSTEM menu is displayed.
3. Highlight reset & admin and press ok.The RESET & ADMIN
menu is displayed.
4. Highlight reset TV to factory defaults and press ok.
5. If you have changed the default parental control passcode,
enter it now.
The TV displays,“Select Reset to restore all TV settings to
factory defaults.”
6. Highlight reset and press ok.
7. Wait for the TV to turn off.The TV will turn back on shortly
afterward and the Setup App will begin.
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uSing the inFo WindoW
The Info Window can be displayed by pressing the guide button
on the remote:
•
•
Press the guide button one time to display channel,
input, and display information.
Press the guide button two times to display the program
title, program rating, audio information, and the start and
end times of the program.
Channel/Input Information
28-1
KCET-HD
1080p
6:15pm
Normal
Dolby Digital Stereo
11:00AM - 12:00PM
TV-PG-V
Oliver’s Holiday Surprise
Oliver wakes up one morning only to discover that his pals are missing. In this hour-
long holiday special, Oliver goes on a journey in search of his pals. Who knows what
he’ll encounter on the way?
Program Title
Program Description
digiTal ePisode guide WindoW
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using the usB media Player
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Playing usB media
To play your USB media:
using The usB media PlaYer
The USB Media Player allows you to connect a USB thumb drive to
your TV and view photos.
1. Connect your USB thumb drive to the USB port on the side of
the TV.
2. Use the arrow buttons to highlight Yes and press the ok.
If the dialog box disappears, press the V button on
the remote to go the next step.
3. Use the arrow buttons to highlight your USB device in the list
and press ok.
4. Use the arrow buttons to highlight Photo and press ok.
5. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the photo you want to
display. Press ok.The photo displays.
You can display your photos in fullscreen. Select the
photo, press ok, then highlight fullscreen and press
ok.
USB PORT
Preparing Your usB drive to Play usB media
To play USB media, you must first save your photos onto a USB
thumb drive:
removing the usB drive from the TV
•
•
The USB thumb drive must be formatted as FAT32.
Do not remove the USB thumb drive while the TV is on.
Doing so may damage the drive.
Files on the USB thumb drive must end in a supported file
extension (.jpg or .jpeg.).
To safely remove your USB drive from the TV:
1. Turn off the TV.
•
The player is not designed to play media from external
hard drives, MP3 players, cameras, or smartphones.
2. Disconnect your USB thumb drive from the USB port on the
side of the TV.
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folder Contents
This area displays the
Back Button
Back Button
contents of the currently
selected folder.You can
browse files and folders
using the arrow and ok
buttons on the remote.
Highlight this button
and press ok to return
to the previous screen.
Highlight and press ok to return to left column.
Current folder
Displays the folder path.
Connected
source
Displays the
connected USB
device.
VIZIO
Photo
USB1:
VIZIO_2GB\Photo\root
Current folder
root
A.jpg
D.jpg
B.jpg
E.jpg
C.jpg
F.jpg
start fullscreen
slideshow
Start Slideshow
sort by name or date
Sort:
Name A-Z
Thumbnails
Settings
View Thumbnails or
folders
adjust slideshow
settings
View:
File Name: D 1920x1080
Resolution: 1920x1080
Size:
1607270KB
H.jpg
I.jpg
G.jpg
Page 1 of 1
Photo infomation
Displays the
name, resolution,
and file size of the
currently selected
photo.
Page information
If your USB thumb drive has more
files than can be displayed on a
single screen, the page information
is displayed here.
PhoTo VieWer
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Troubleshooting & Technical support
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DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS?
LET US HELP!
YOUR PRODUCT INCLUDES FREE LIFETIME TECH SUPPORT
The VIZIO support team is highly trained
and is based in the United States.
We can help with:
• New Product Setup
• Connecting Your Devices
• Technical Problems
• And More
Phone: (877) 878-4946 (TOLL-FREE)
Email: techsupport@VIZIO.com
Web:
Hours of operation:
Monday - Friday: 5 AM TO 8 PM (PST)
Saturday - Sunday: 7 AM TO 4 PM (PST)
We speak english • se habla español • nous parlons français
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The TV displays “no signal.”
There is no sound.
•
Press the inPuT button on the remote control to select a
•
•
Press Volume up on the remote control.
different input source.
Press the muTe button on the remote to ensure mute is
off.
•
If you are using cable TV, satellite, or an antenna
connected directly to the TV, scan for channels. See
•
Check the audio settings. See Adjusting the Audio
to On.
There is no power.
•
•
Ensure no headphones are connected to the TV.
•
•
•
Ensure the TV is plugged into a working electrical outlet.
Check the audio connections of external devices
(Blu-ray player, game console, cable/satellite box) that
are connected to the TV.
Ensure the power cable is securely attached to the TV.
Press the Power/standby button on the remote or on
the side of the TV to turn the TV on.
•
If you are using an antenna, the signal strength of the
channel may be low. Ensure your antenna is connected
securely to the TV and move the antenna around the
room or close to a window for the best signal.
The power is on, but there is no image on the screen.
•
•
Ensure all cables are securely attached to the TV.
The colors on the TV don’t look right.
Ensure all devices are connected correctly. Devices
differ; see your device’s user manual for details.
•
Adjust the Color and Tint settings in the Picture menu.
•
•
Adjust Brightness, Contrast, or Backlight. See Adjusting
•
•
Check all cables to ensure they are securely attached.
Reset the picture settings. See Resetting the Picture
Press the inPuT button on the remote to select a
different input source.
The buttons on the remote aren’t working.
•
•
Ensure you are only pressing one button at a time.
Point the remote directly at the TV when pressing a
button.
•
Replace the remote batteries with new ones. See
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The image quality is not good.
i see “noise” or static on the screen.
•
For the best image quality, view high-definition
programs using digital sources. Connect your devices
with HDMI cables.
•
When your TV’s digital capabilities exceed a
digital broadcast signal, the signal is up-converted
(improved) to match your TV’s display capabilities.This
up-converting can sometimes cause irregularities in the
image.
•
If you are using an antenna, the signal strength of the
channel may be low. Ensure your antenna is connected
securely to the TV and move the antenna around the
room or close to a window for the best signal.
•
If you are using an antenna, the signal strength of the
channel may be low. Ensure your antenna is connected
securely to the TV and move the antenna around the
room or close to a window for the best signal.
The picture is distorted.
•
Nearby electrical devices may be interfering with the
TV. Separate the TV from electrical appliances, cars, or
fluorescent lights.
When i change input source, the volume changes.
•
The TV remembers the volume level on each input
source. If the volume level on the new input source is
higher or lower than the level on the source you switch
from, the difference may be noticeable.
•
Ensure all cables are securely attached.
The display image does not cover the entire screen.
•
Use the Volume up/down buttons on the remote to
adjust the volume.
•
If you are using TV, AV, or Component with 480i input,
press the Wide button on the remote to change the
screen mode.
When i change input source, the display image changes size.
•
The TV remembers the viewing mode on each input
source. If the viewing mode on the new input source
differs from the one on the input source you switch from,
the difference may be noticeable.
The TV has pixels (dots) that are always dark or always lit.
•
Your HDTV is precision-manufactured using an extremely
high level of technology. However, sometimes pixels may
not display correctly.These types of occurrences are
inherent to this type of product and do not constitute a
defective product.
•
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specifications
B
e420-B1
42" Class
42.02"
screen size:
Viewable area:
dimensions w/ stand:
37.71" x 23.80" x 7.66"
37.71" x 22.15" x 2.48"
w/o stand:
Weight w/ stand:
24.25 lbs
22.05 lbs
w/o stand:
TV Type:
refresh rate:
D-LED
60 Hz
maximum resolution:
Pixel Pitch:
1920 x 1080 (1080p)
.4845 mm (H) x .4845 mm (V)
response Time:
Brightness:
6.5 ms
300 nits
Viewing angle:
178° (H) / 178° (V)
hdmi inputs:
2
Component Video inputs:
Composite inputs:
rf antenna input:
usB 2.0 Ports:
1
1 (Shared with Component)
1
1
RCA Analog Stereo Output,
Optical Digital
audio outputs:
osd languages:
English, Spanish, French
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B
e420-B1
remote Control model:
XRT010
UL, FCC Class B,
HDMI (CEC, ARC), Dolby Digital
Certifications:
Compliance:
Voltage range:
Energy Star 6.0
120V @ 60 Hz
54.4W
Power Consumption:
standby Power:
<1W
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limited Warranty
C
on ParTs and laBor
otherthanbyaVIZIOauthorizedservicecenter.Productswithunreadable
or removed serial numbers, or requiring routine maintenance are not
covered. This one year limited warranty does not cover Products sold
“AS IS”,“FACTORY RECERTIFIED”, or by a non-authorized reseller.
Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only.
VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product
against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of commercial
use. If a Product covered by this warranty is determined to be defective
within the warranty period,VIZIO will either repair or replace the Product
at its sole option and discretion.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED OR
DESCRIBED ABOVE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET
FORTH ABOVE. VIZIO’S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES AND
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER INCLUDINGVIZIO’S
NEGLIGENCE,ALLEGED DAMAGE, OR DEFECTIVE GOODS,WHETHER SUCH
DEFECTS ARE DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT, SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE
PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT.VIZIO SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOST
REVENUE OR LOST PROFITS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG
AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL
RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
To obtain warranty service, contact VIZIO Technical Support via e-mail:
TechSupport@VIZIO.com or via phone at 877 MY VIZIO (877.698.4946)
from 5:00AM to 9:00PM Monday through Friday and 8:00AM to
PRE-AUTHORIZATION MUST BE OBTAINED BEFORE SENDING ANY PRODUCT
TO A VIZIO SERVICE CENTER. Proof of purchase in the form of a purchase
receipt or copy thereof is required to show that a Product is within the
warranty period.
Parts and labor
There will be no charge for parts or labor during the warranty period.
Replacement parts and Products may be new or recertified at VIZIO’s
option and sole discretion. Replacement parts and Products are
warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty or for ninety
(90) days from warranty service or replacement, whichever is greater.
CHECK WWW.VIZIO.COM FOR THE MOST CURRENT VERSION.
Personal data
Type of service
If your VIZIO product is capable of storing personal data and other
information, ALL CONTENTS AND INFORMATION WILL BE DELETED IN THE
COURSE OF SOME IN-HOME AND ALL SHIP-IN WARRANTY SERVICE. If this
occurs, your product will be restored to you configured as originally
purchased.You will be responsible for restoring all applicable data and
passwords.Recovery and reinstallation of user data is not covered under
this Limited Warranty.In order to protect your personal information,VIZIO
recommends that you always clear all personal information from the
unit before it is serviced, regardless of the servicer.
Defective Products must be sent to a VIZIO service center to obtain
warranty service. VIZIO is not responsible for transportation costs to
the service center, but VIZIO will cover return shipping to the customer.
PRE-AUTHORIZATION IS REQUIRED BEFORE SENDING ANY PRODUCT TO A
VIZIO SERVICE CENTER FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
Product returns to VIZIO’s service centers must utilize either the original
carton box and shipping material or packaging that affords an equal
degree of protection.VIZIOTechnical Support will provide instructions for
packing and shipping the covered Product to the VIZIO service center.
Zero Bright Pixel defect guarantee
This policy covers“zero bright pixel”defects for the duration of the limited
“ONE YEAR WARRANTY” on select new product purchases.To determine
if this guarantee applies to your product, refer to the “DETAILS” tab of
“zero bright pixel” guarantee on the box.
limitations and exclusions
VIZIO’s one-year limited warranty only covers defects in materials and
workmanship. This warranty does not cover, for example: cosmetic
damage, normal wear and tear, improper operation, improper voltage
supply or power surges, signal issues, damages from shipping, acts of
God,any type of customer misuse,modifications or adjustments,as well
as installation and set-up issues or any repairs attempted by anyone
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legal & Compliance
d
fCC Class B radio interference statement
NOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
notice
1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
2. Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used
in order to comply with the emission limits.
3. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV
interference caused by unauthorized modification to this
equipment. It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such
interference.
fCC warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
other
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