Vizio Flat Panel Television VW37L HDTV20A User Manual

VIZIO VW37L HDTV20A User Manual  
Dear VIZIO Customer,  
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VW37L  
HDTV20A 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 VW37L HDTV20A.  
For assistance, please call (949) 428-2525 or e-  
.
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 VW37L  
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 on-  
site 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 VIZIO VW37L HDTV20A.  
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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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Television Antenna Connection Protection  
External Television Antenna Grounding  
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 High Definition TV during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or  
unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable  
system.  
Power Lines  
Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could fall into such power  
lines or circuits.  
Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to earth in the building  
installation.  
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Opening the Package  
Your VIZIO VW37L 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 VW37L HDTV20A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included.  
The VW37L HDTV20A weighs approximately 43lbs and is over 36” wide and we advise that you take  
sensible lifting precautions when you 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  
VIZIO VW37L HDTV20A  
VIZIO Remote Control  
Power Cord  
This User Manual  
Quick Setup Guide  
Registration Card  
VIP Services Brochure  
2 (Double A) Batteries for the Remote Control  
VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information  
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Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO  
VW37L HDTV20A are sold separately  
Wall Mounts  
High Definition Cables  
Extra or replacement Remote  
VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO VW37L 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)  
Installation Preparation  
Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV.  
The power consumption of the High Definition 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 High Definition 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 LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting  
The VIZIO VW37L HDTV20A can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If  
you choose to mount the VW37L HDTV20A on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing  
the stand base.  
To remove the stand base  
1. Unplug all of the cables and cords  
from your VIZIO VW37L HDTV20A.  
2. Place the VW37L 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 holding  
the base to the VW37L HDTV20A.  
4. Carefully remove the stand base.  
Now, the VW37L HDTV20A can fit securely to  
a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the  
mounting holes in the center of the back panel  
of the High Definition TV. Please make sure to  
read the instructions of your specific mount to  
properly hang the VW37L HDTV20A.  
The pitch of the mounting holes is 510mm  
horizontally and 200mm vertically.  
The screw type required is metric M8, 1.25mm  
pitch. The length of the screws will depend on  
the thickness plate being attach to the TV set,  
our brackets come with different length  
screws.  
To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO VW37L HDTV20A, browse VIZIO’s certified mount selection at  
www.VIZIO.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).  
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Table of Contents  
Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections.................................................................9  
1.1 Front Panel..........................................................................................................................................................9  
1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...................................................................................................................................9  
1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...................................................................................................................................10  
1.4 VIZIO Remote Control.......................................................................................................................................11  
1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control..............................................................................................12  
1.4.2 Remote Control Range..............................................................................................................................12  
1.4.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions ...........................................................................................................12  
Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment.................................................................................13  
2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?............................................................................................................13  
2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF)...................................................................................................................................14  
2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV /TV .....................................................................................14  
2.2.2 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR.........................................................................................14  
2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box................................................................................................................15  
2.3.1 Using HDMI ...............................................................................................................................................15  
2.3.2 Using Component Video............................................................................................................................17  
2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box.................................................................................................................18  
2.4.1 Using Composite Video .............................................................................................................................18  
2.4.2 Using Coax (RF)........................................................................................................................................18  
2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player............................................................................................................................19  
2.5.1 Using HDMI ...............................................................................................................................................19  
2.5.2 For DVD Players with DVI: ........................................................................................................................20  
2.5.3 Using Component Video............................................................................................................................21  
2.5.4 Using S-Video (AV)....................................................................................................................................22  
2.5.5 Using Composite (AV) Video.....................................................................................................................22  
2.6 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera..........................................................................................................23  
2.7 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp..............................................................................................................24  
2.7.1 Optical Output of Audio received with HD Programs.................................................................................24  
2.8 Connecting a PC Computer ..............................................................................................................................25  
2.8.1 Preset PC Resolutions...............................................................................................................................26  
2.9 Setting Up to Watch Television .........................................................................................................................27  
2.10 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ..............................................................................................................................27  
2.11 Watching a TV Program..................................................................................................................................32  
2.12 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings .......................................................................................................................33  
2.13 Program Information........................................................................................................................................34  
2.14 Information on HDTV Status ...........................................................................................................................34  
Chapter 3 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV..................................................................35  
3.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) .................................................................................................................35  
3.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment....................................................................................................................36  
3.2.1 Picture Mode .............................................................................................................................................36  
3.2.2 Backlight....................................................................................................................................................37  
3.2.3 Brightness..................................................................................................................................................37  
3.2.4 Contrast.....................................................................................................................................................38  
3.2.5 Color..........................................................................................................................................................38  
3.2.6 Tint.............................................................................................................................................................38  
3.2.7 Sharpness .................................................................................................................................................39  
3.2.8 Color Temperature.....................................................................................................................................39  
3.2.9 Advanced Video ........................................................................................................................................40  
3.3 DTV / TV Input Audio Adjustment......................................................................................................................42  
3.3.1 Volume ......................................................................................................................................................42  
3.3.2 Bass...........................................................................................................................................................42  
3.3.3 Treble ........................................................................................................................................................43  
3.3.4 Balance......................................................................................................................................................43  
3.3.5 Surround....................................................................................................................................................43  
3.3.6 Digital Audio Out........................................................................................................................................43  
3.3.7 Speakers ...................................................................................................................................................44  
3.3.8 Lip Sync.....................................................................................................................................................44  
3.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup.......................................................................................................................................45  
3.4.1 Tuner Mode ...............................................................................................................................................45  
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3.4.2 Auto Search...............................................................................................................................................45  
3.4.3 Skip Channel .............................................................................................................................................45  
3.4.4 MTS...........................................................................................................................................................46  
3.4.5 Time Zone .................................................................................................................................................46  
3.4.6 Daylight Saving..........................................................................................................................................46  
3.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ........................................................................................................................................47  
3.5.1 Language...................................................................................................................................................47  
3.5.2 Sleep Timer ...............................................................................................................................................47  
3.5.3 Wide ..........................................................................................................................................................47  
3.5.4 Input Naming .............................................................................................................................................48  
3.5.5 Closed Caption (CC)..................................................................................................................................49  
3.5.6 Closed Caption On Mute (CC On Mute) ....................................................................................................49  
3.5.7 Digital Closed Caption Style (Digital CC Style)..........................................................................................50  
3.5.8 Reset All Settings ......................................................................................................................................50  
3.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control........................................................................................................................51  
3.6.1 Channel Block ...........................................................................................................................................51  
3.6.2 TV Rating...................................................................................................................................................52  
3.6.3 Movie Rating..............................................................................................................................................53  
3.6.4 Check for New DTV Rating........................................................................................................................53  
3.6.5 Blocked Unrated Programming..................................................................................................................54  
3.6.6 Change the Password ...............................................................................................................................54  
3.7 HDMI Input Picture Adjustment.........................................................................................................................55  
3.8 HDMI Input Audio Adjustment...........................................................................................................................55  
3.9 HDMI Input Setup..............................................................................................................................................55  
3.10 Video Input Picture Adjustment.......................................................................................................................56  
3.11 Video Input Audio Adjustment.........................................................................................................................56  
3.12 Video Input Setup............................................................................................................................................57  
3.13 Video Input Parental Control ...........................................................................................................................57  
3.14 PC Input Picture Adjustment ...........................................................................................................................58  
3.14.1 Auto Adjust ..............................................................................................................................................58  
3.14.2 Backlight..................................................................................................................................................58  
3.14.3 Brightness................................................................................................................................................59  
3.14.4 Contrast...................................................................................................................................................59  
3.14.5 Color Temperature...................................................................................................................................60  
3.14.6 H-SIZE.....................................................................................................................................................60  
3.14.7 H. Position ...............................................................................................................................................60  
3.14.8 V. Position ...............................................................................................................................................61  
3.14.9 Fine Tune ................................................................................................................................................61  
3.15 PC Input Audio Adjustment .............................................................................................................................61  
3.16 PC Input Setup................................................................................................................................................61  
3.17 Understanding Viewing Features ....................................................................................................................62  
3.17.1 Viewing Modes ........................................................................................................................................62  
3.18 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote ..................................................................................................................63  
Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting............................................................63  
4.1 Maintenance......................................................................................................................................................63  
4.2 Troubleshooting Guide......................................................................................................................................64  
4.3 Telephone & Technical Support........................................................................................................................64  
4.4 Compliance .......................................................................................................................................................66  
4.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement......................................................................................................66  
Chapter 5 Miscellaneous Information..........................................................................67  
5.1 Specifications....................................................................................................................................................67  
5.2 Glossary – Standard Definitions........................................................................................................................68  
5.3 Index .................................................................................................................................................................69  
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Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections  
1.1 Front Panel  
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 Right Side Panel Controls  
Power ( ) – Switch the VW37L HDTV20A on by pressing the button once. Press the button again to  
the VW37L HDTV20A off.  
Menu – This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD).  
If a sub-menu 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, AV  
(S-VIDEO), Component 1,  
Component 2, RGB, HDMI1  
and HDMI2. Once you have  
stepped through the entire  
sequence, you will return to  
the beginning.  
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1.3 Rear Panel Connections  
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6
8
9
2
1
10  
7
3
5
1.  
2.  
AC IN – Plug-in the supplied AC Power Cord here.  
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.  
4.  
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 High  
Definition TV indicates this connection.  
HDMI 2 – Connect the third 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 High  
Definition 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.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
RGB PC – Connect the video and audio from a computer here. The blue color band on the  
rear of the High Definition TV indicates this connection. A 1/8” plug stereo cable is needed to  
connect the audio out from the computer to the 1/8” jack connector in the rear of the High  
Definition TV.  
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 High Definition TV indicates this connection.  
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 High Definition TV indicates this connection.  
AV/S-VIDEO – Connect the 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 rear side of the High Definition 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.  
9.  
DTV/TV – Connect to an antenna or digital cable (no Cable Box) for Digital TV.*  
10.  
OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT – When a digital audio signal is associated with an input  
which is selected for viewing, the digital audio associated with digital programming will be  
available on this SPDIF Optical connector for connection to your home theatre system. The  
white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection.  
* For digital TV stations in your area visit www.antennaweb.org.  
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1.4 VIZIO Remote Control  
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 – Press this button to select the Audio Video input. Pressing this button  
repeatedly will get you to the AV input. Keep in mind that if S-Video cable is  
being used, then AV will show the signal going through this input as the S-  
video takes priority.  
COMPONENT – Press this button to select the Component (YPbPr) input.  
Pressing this button repeatedly will take you through the Component  
(Component 1 and component 2) inputs.  
HDMI – Press this button to select the HDMI input. Pressing this button  
repeatedly will get you through the HDMI (HDMI1, and HDMI 2) different  
inputs  
MENU – Use this button for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. When use  
within the OSD menus, pressing this key will make the selection of an option.  
- 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, AV (S-Video),  
Component1, Component2, 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 sub-channels. For example, channel  
28-2 would be selected by the button sequence  
2 8 --2.  
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1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control  
Press and slide out the battery cover by following the direction shown by the molded arrow on the surface  
of the cover.  
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.  
Press and slide the battery cover back into place.  
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.  
1.4.2 Remote Control Range  
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.  
1.4.3 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions  
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.  
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Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment  
2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?  
The VIZIO VW37L HDTV20A has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic  
connection to the most advanced for digital displays.  
Rear  
Connection  
Quality (type)  
Panel  
Color  
Codes  
Connector  
Description  
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.  
Best  
White  
(digital)  
Best  
(digital)  
DTV Coaxial RF. When used for MPEG2 encoded  
bit streams from ATSC broadcast programming, this  
input takes advantage of the High Definition content.  
- - - - - - - - - - - -  
Good  
Black  
Blue  
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  
TV Coaxial RF. This is the connection for standard  
NTSC TV using antenna or cable.  
(analog)  
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.  
Best  
(analog)  
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.  
Green  
and  
Purple  
Better  
(analog)  
Composite (AV) - The complete video signal is  
carried through this single (yellow) pin connector.  
This is the most commonly used video connection.  
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.  
Yellow  
and  
Good  
(analog)  
Red  
Note: For more info refer to the Quick Start Guide  
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2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF)  
2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV /TV  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the HDTV.  
Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital  
cable (out-of-the-wall, not from the Cable Box) to the DTV/TV  
CABLE/ANTENNA connector.  
3.  
4.  
Turn on the power to the HDTV.  
Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the  
High Definition TV, or directly by pressing the TV button on the  
Remote Control.  
Note:  
a)  
Not all digital TV broadcasts are High Definition (HD). Refer to the  
program guides, or consult your cable, satellite or TV station operator.  
b)  
Digital broadcasts are not available in all areas.  
www.antennaweb.org for detailed information.  
Refer to  
c)  
d)  
Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are correctly grounded.  
For Professional antenna installation contact us at www.VIZIO.com or  
call 1-888-VIZIOCE (1-888-849-4623).  
2.2.2 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the HDTV and VCR.  
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 High Definition TV.  
3.  
4.  
Turn on the power to the HDTV and VCR.  
Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the High  
Definition TV, 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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2.3 Connecting Your HDTV Set-Top Box  
2.3.1 Using HDMI  
HDTV Set-Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the  
LCD HDTV for optimal results.  
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.  
Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Best):  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.  
Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your HDTV Set-Top Box and the other end to  
the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the High Definition TV.  
3.  
4.  
Turn on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.  
Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the High Definition TV, or  
directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control.  
5.  
If HDMI 1 is being used, used HDMI 2 as the input and follow steps 1 through 3; and then  
select HDMI 2 in step 4.  
Note:  
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.  
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For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with DVI:  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.  
Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your HDTV Set-Top Box and the HDMI end  
to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the High Definition TV.  
3.  
Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output  
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 input (white area) at the rear of the  
High Definition TV.  
4.  
5.  
Turn on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.  
Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the High Definition TV, or  
directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control.  
Note: The HDMI Input is for HD Video and will only support 640x480 at 60Hz from a PC. Use the RGB  
PC input for a greater selection of PC formats.  
Note:  
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.  
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2.3.2 Using Component Video  
Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better):  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.  
Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y  
(green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors  
nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the High Definition TV) at the rear of the High  
Definition TV.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pb  
(blue color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors  
nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the High Definition TV) at the rear of the High  
Definition TV.  
Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Pr (red  
color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to  
you when viewing from the rear of the High Definition TV) at the rear of the High Definition  
TV.  
Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output  
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 High Definition TV.  
6.  
7.  
Turn on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box.  
Select Component 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the High Definition TV,  
or directly by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control.  
8.  
If Component 1 input is being used, use Component 2 as the input and follow the steps 1  
through 6; and 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.  
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2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box  
2.4.1 Using Composite Video  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box.  
Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color)  
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 High Definition TV.  
3.  
Using the white and red connectors, connect the cable to the  
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 High Definition TV.  
4.  
5.  
Turn on the power to the TV and Set-Top Box.  
Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the High Definition TV, or directly  
by pressing the AV button on the Remote Control.  
2.4.2 Using Coax (RF)  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box.  
Using a Coax (RF) cable, connect one end to the TV OUT (RF) on your  
Set Top Box and the other end to the DTV/TV input at the rear of the High  
Definition TV.  
3.  
4.  
Turn on the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box.  
Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the  
High Definition TV, 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 DVD Player  
You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your VIZIO VW37L HDTV20A; HDMI,  
Component, AV (S-Video or Composite) inputs. Based on your configuration, you can decide which  
option is right for you.  
2.5.1 Using HDMI  
DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be  
connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO VW37L HDTV20A for optimal results.  
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.  
Connecting your DVD Player (Best):  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the High Definition TV and DVD player.  
Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player  
and the other end to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the  
rear of the High Definition TV.  
3.  
Turn on the power to the High Definition TV and DVD player.  
4.  
Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side  
of the High Definition TV, or directly by pressing the HDMI  
button on the Remote Control.  
5.  
If HDMI 1 is being used, connect to HDMI 2 as the input and follow steps 1 through 3; and  
then select HDMI 2 in step 4.  
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2.5.2 For DVD Players with DVI:  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the High Definition TV and DVD player.  
Using a HDMI-DVI cable, connect the DVI end to your DVD player and the HDMI end to the  
HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the High Definition TV.  
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 input (white area) at the rear of the High Definition HDTV.  
4.  
5.  
Turn on the power to the High Definition TV and your DVD player.  
Select HDMI 2 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the High Definition TV, 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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2.5.3 Using Component Video  
Connecting your DVD Player (Better):  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the High Definition TV and DVD player.  
Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green  
color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to  
you when viewing from the rear of the High Definition TV) at the rear of the High Definition TV.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue  
color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to  
you when viewing from the rear of the High Definition TV) at the rear of the High Definition TV.  
Connect the Pr (red color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pr (red color)  
connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - row of connectors nearest to you  
when viewing from the rear of the High Definition TV) at the rear of the High Definition TV.  
Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio output  
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 High Definition TV.  
6.  
7.  
Turn on the power to the High Definition TV and DVD player.  
Select Component 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side High Definition TV, or  
directly by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control.  
8.  
If Component 1 input is being used, use Component 2 as the input and follow the steps 1  
through 6; and then select Component 2 in step 7.  
Note: Refer to your DVD player user manual for more  
information about the video output requirements of the product.  
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2.5.4 Using S-Video (AV)  
Connecting your DVD Player (Good):  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player.  
Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player  
to the S-Video jack in the AV/S-VIDEO group (yellow/red  
color area) on the back High Definition TV.  
3.  
Connect an audio cable (white and red 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 AV/S-VIDEO  
input on the back side High Definition TV.  
4.  
5.  
Turn on the power to the TV and DVD player.  
Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote or side High Definition TV, or directly by  
pressing the AV button on the Remote Control.  
2.5.5 Using Composite (AV) Video  
Connecting your DVD Player (Good)  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player.  
Connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your DVD  
player to the Video (yellow color) connector in the AV  
group (yellow/red color area) at rear of the High Definition  
TV.  
3.  
Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio  
connectors on your DVD player to the corresponding R  
(red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors in  
the AV group (yellow/red color area).  
4.  
5.  
Turn on the power to the TV and DVD Player.  
Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote or  
side of the High Definition TV, or directly by pressing  
the AV button on the Remote Control.  
.
Note:  
Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about  
the video output requirements of the product.  
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2.6 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera.  
Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your VCR or  
Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV group on the  
rear side of the High Definition TV.  
3.  
Connect an audio cable (white and red connectors) cable  
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 AV input on the back side of the  
High Definition TV.  
4.  
5.  
Turn on the power to the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera.  
Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the High Definition TV.  
Note:  
Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more  
information about the video output requirements of the product.  
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2.7 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp  
2.7.1 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  
AUDIO OUT (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. This is active when receiving digital audio with  
the program being viewed no matter what input (TV, AV, Component or HDMI) is being used.  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and Receiver/Amp.  
Using an audio cable (optical 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 connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV.  
3.  
4.  
Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV  
and Receiver/Amp.  
Then press the MENU button on the  
remote control to open the On-Screen  
Display (OSD) menu.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
Press the  
select the Audio menu.  
on the remote control to  
Press the on the remote control to  
select SPEAKERS.  
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.  
Note:  
a)  
b)  
Refer to your Receiver/Amp user manual to select the corresponding audio input.  
The audio output can not be connected directly to external speakers.  
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2.8 Connecting a PC Computer  
1.  
2.  
Turn off the power to the High  
Definition TV and PC Computer.  
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 High Definition TV.  
3.  
Connect the Audio Out on your pc  
computer to the RGB PC Audio  
(this connection will require an 1/8”  
stereo mini plug at the end which goes into the TV) input (blue area) at the rear of the High  
Definition TV.  
4.  
5.  
Turn on the HDTV and PC Computer.  
Select RGB using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the High Definition TV.  
Note:  
a)  
For the best picture quality when connecting a pc computer through RGB PC, set your pc  
computer timing mode to VESA 1366 x 768 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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2.8.1 Preset 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  
640x480  
720x400  
800x600  
800x600  
800x600  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1366X768  
60  
75  
70  
60  
72  
75  
60  
70  
75  
60  
31.5  
37.5  
59.94  
75.00  
70.08  
60.317  
72.188  
75  
N
N
N
P
P
P
N
N
P
P
N
N
P
P
P
P
N
N
P
N
25.175  
31.500  
28.320  
40.000  
50.000  
49.500  
65.000  
75.000  
78.750  
85.500  
31.46  
37.9  
48.077  
46.9  
48.4  
60.01  
70.069  
75.03  
60.00  
56.476  
60.0  
47.7  
NOTES: N = Negative, P = Positive  
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2.9 Setting Up to Watch Television  
For ‘Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting’, see page 6.  
2.10 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up  
1. Connecting the Power Cable  
Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the High Definition TV, and  
then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket.  
2. Connect Audio and Video Cables to the HDTV  
(see pages 13 ~ 25 for detailed steps)  
3. Turning Power On  
Once all the components are connected, press the Power ON button on the side of the High  
Definition TV, 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.  
Note: At this point, if a Set-Top Box from your Local Cable or Satellite Service Company or other  
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.  
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b. The Tuner screen will be  
displayed; default choice is  
Antenna. If you are using Cable  
(No Box) Service, press the  
button on the remote control 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  
LAST key on the remote control.  
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 to 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 to get 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  
you 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 High Definition TV or using the Input button  
on the remote control. Pressing this button will cycle you through the  
following options: TV, AV (S-VIDEO), 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.  
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b. If you have an HD service you must use the HDMI (best) or Component connection.  
Note: Composite (AV) and S-Video (AV) Cables can only be used for SD (480i) pictures.  
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, you should 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.  
or button to change setting  
to Normal, and then press the LAST key again to  
c. Press either  
go back to previous screen.  
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d. Press either  
select the Picture Mode option.  
or  
button to  
e. Press either  
Picture Mode option to Standard.  
or  
button to change the  
f. Press the LAST key repeatedly 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.  
Pressing either  
or  
button scroll across to  
the icon showing the little satellite dish or antenna.  
The next screen will appear showing Time Zone.  
Using either  
or  
button selects it.  
Press either  
Time Zone of your area.  
or  
button to choose the proper  
Press the LAST key once to return to the  
previous screen or repeatedly to return to your  
program if task has been completed.  
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!!  
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2.11 Watching a TV Program  
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.  
2.  
Press the power button on the remote or on the side of the High Definition TV. The VIZIO  
logo on the front will change from orange to white.  
There are 3 options for selecting your programming:  
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 High Definition TV.  
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 High Definition TV.  
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 High  
Definition TV.  
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.  
3.  
When using option 2a, press the Channel buttons on the remote or the CH+ / CH- buttons on  
the side of the High Definition TV to change the channel. Note: The Channel buttons, on the  
side of the High Definition TV and on the remote, control will not work if you are watching a  
program using HDMI, Component and AV inputs.  
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2.12 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings  
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  
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 3.17.1 – Viewing Modes, on page 62.  
or  
button to select Setup (wrench look alike icon) options.  
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2.13 Program Information  
Press the GUIDE button 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.  
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.  
2.14 Information on HDTV Status  
Press the GUIDE button twice and the followings screen will appear showing you the Electronic  
Programming Guide.  
When you change TV channels or inputs or when the GUIDE key is pressed, an Information Banner is  
displayed for a few seconds to tell you the status of the LCD HDTV.  
Audio is Stereo  
Station Name: provided  
by Broadcaster  
TV Channel  
Number  
Program Information:  
Provided by Broadcaster  
Program  
Rating  
Closed Caption  
is available  
Source  
is Cable  
NTSC SDTV (Standard Definition TV)  
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Chapter 3 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV  
3.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD)  
The remote control or the control buttons on the right hand side of the High Definition 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 control or the side of the High  
Definition TV and the Picture menu  
will be shown on the screen.  
2.  
Press the  
or  
button on the  
remote control or the VOL + or VOL –  
button on the side of the High  
Definition TV to select one of the  
other menu options.  
Picture Adjust  
Audio Adjust  
TV Tuner Setup  
Setup  
Parental Controls  
3.  
Once the menu option is displayed, press the MENU button on the remote control or the CH  
+ or CH – button on the side of the High Definition 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 High  
Definition TV to begin adjustment of the item.  
5.  
6.  
Press MENU button when finished.  
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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3.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment  
3.2.1 Picture Mode  
When the MENU button is pressed, the On  
Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE  
adjustment page. Press the  
the Picture Mode selection.  
button to highlight  
Use the  
or  
Standard, Movie and Game.  
button to choose from Custom,  
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.  
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3.2.2 Backlight  
Press the  
selection.  
button to highlight the Backlight  
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.  
3.2.3 Brightness  
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.  
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3.2.4 Contrast  
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.  
3.2.5 Color  
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.  
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.  
3.2.6 Tint  
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.  
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3.2.7 Sharpness  
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.  
3.2.8 Color Temperature  
Press the button to highlight the option for  
Color Temperature selection.  
The default is COOL; this is the 9300K setting.  
Press the  
the Normal, Warm or Custom option.  
or  
button if you want to choose  
If you choose the Custom option, then a new menu will be displayed showing the primary color items,  
Red, Green and Blue. Press the  
highlight the color you wish to adjust.  
button to  
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.  
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.  
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3.2.9 Advanced Video  
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.  
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  
Low, Medium or Strong setting.  
or  
button to choose from the Off,  
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  
reproduction performance in the dark areas of the picture.  
Press the or button to turn this feature On or Off.  
button to highlight Black Level Extender. Use this feature to increase 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.  
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  
Off.  
or  
button to turn this feature On or  
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 Off.  
or  
button to turn this feature On  
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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3.3 DTV / TV Input Audio Adjustment  
3.3.1 Volume  
When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen  
Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE  
adjustment page. Press the  
the AUDIO ADJUST page.  
button to display  
Press the  
selection.  
button to highlight the Volume  
button to start adjusting the volume  
Press the  
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.  
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 High Definition 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.  
3.3.2 Bass  
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.  
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3.3.3 Treble  
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.  
3.3.4 Balance  
Press the  
selection.  
button to highlight the Balance  
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.  
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task  
has been completed.  
3.3.5 Surround  
Press the  
selection.  
button to highlight the Surround  
Press the or 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.  
3.3.6 Digital Audio Out  
Press the  
Press the  
button to highlight the Digital Audio Out selection.  
or button to make the proper selection. The options being Dolby Digital, PCM and 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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3.3.7 Speakers  
Press the  
button to highlight the Speakers selection.  
Press either  
speakers when listening to the audio through your Home Theatre System.  
or  
button to turn the internal speakers On or Off. You may want to turn-off the internal  
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task  
has been completed.  
3.3.8 Lip Sync  
Included with the advanced technology of your TV, a feature which will compensate the shortcomings of  
signal transmission called audio sync (Lip Sync). Lip Sync is designed to adjust the audio of the program  
being viewed so that it matches the movement of  
the lips of someone talking on the screen. This  
feature is built into your set, and it 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  
down to Lip Sync.  
or  
button to scroll either up or  
Press either  
appropriated adjustment.  
or  
button to make the  
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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3.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup  
When you first used your VIZIO VW37L 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.  
3.4.1 Tuner Mode  
When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen  
Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE  
adjustment page. Press the  
the TV page.  
button to display  
Press the  
selection.  
button to highlight the Tuner Mode  
Press either  
or button to choose Cable or Air  
(Antenna) depending upon which equipment you  
have attached to the DTV / TV Input.  
3.4.2 Auto Search  
Press the  
selection.  
button to highlight the Auto Search  
Press the  
button to Auto Search for TV  
channels available. The TV will automatically  
search for analog and digital channels.  
3.4.3 Skip Channel  
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.  
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.  
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3.4.4 MTS  
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.  
or button to go through the settings of this feature to make your selection.  
Press either  
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task  
has been completed.  
3.4.5 Time Zone  
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  
selection.  
button to highlight the Time Zone  
Press either  
or 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.  
3.4.6 Daylight Saving  
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.  
or button to select On or Off.  
Press either the  
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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3.5 DTV / TV Input Setup  
3.5.1 Language  
When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment  
page. Press the  
is displayed.  
button until the SETUP page  
Press the button to highlight the Language  
selection. The default is English.  
Press either  
Français.  
or  
button to select Español or  
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous  
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if  
task has been completed.  
3.5.2 Sleep Timer  
Press the  
button to highlight the Sleep Timer selection.  
or button to select the timer to turn-off the TV in 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.  
Press either  
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task  
has been completed.  
3.5.3 Wide  
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.  
Pss the  
scroll down to this option and highlight it.  
Press either or button to make the correct  
button as many times as it takes to  
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.  
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3.5.4 Input Naming  
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.  
Press either the  
the letter or number belongs to this place.  
or  
button and select either  
Press the  
again  
button to go to the next space (_) and  
Using either the  
character of the name given to this Input.  
or  
button select the second  
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  
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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3.5.5 Closed Caption (CC)  
When watching regular analog (NTSC) TV, the  
Analog CC feature is available in the Setup menu.  
Press the  
selection.  
button to highlight the Analog CC  
Press the  
CC4.  
button to select CC1, CC2, CC3 or  
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.  
3.5.6 Closed Caption On Mute (CC On Mute)  
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.  
or button to toggle between Off and On to make the correct selection.  
Press either  
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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3.5.7 Digital Closed Caption Style (Digital CC Style)  
When watching DTV, the Digital CC Style feature is available in the Setup menu.  
Press the  
Press the  
Press either  
button to highlight the Digital CC Style selection.  
button to go to the next screen.  
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.  
3.5.8 Reset All Settings  
Press the  
Press the  
button to highlight the Reset All Settings selection.  
button to reset the TV to the default factory settings.  
Press either the MENU button to return to the previous menu display or the LAST key to return to your  
program if task has been completed.  
Note: This does NOT reset the Parental Control Password.  
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3.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control  
3.6.1 Channel Block  
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  
the PARENTAL page.  
button to display  
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.  
Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place.  
The Reset All Settings feature (see page 50) does NOT reset the password.  
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Press the  
Block selection.  
button to highlight the Channel  
Press the  
button to go to the next screen.  
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous  
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if  
task has been completed.  
3.6.2 TV Rating  
Follow the procedure in the previous section 3.6.1  
to display the Parental Control menu and then  
press the  
selection.  
button to highlight the TV Rating  
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 – All children  
Y7 – Older children  
G – General audience  
PG – Guidance suggested  
14 – Strongly cautioned  
MA – Mature audience  
You can also customize the TV ratings for the  
following content:  
A – Sexual dialog  
D – Sexual dialog  
L – Adult language  
S – Sexual situations  
V - Violence  
FV – Fantasy violence  
Press the  
the TV rating options. Press the MENU button to block (locked) or allow (unlocked).  
or  
button to navigate through  
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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3.6.3 Movie Rating  
Press the  
selection.  
button to highlight the Movie Rating  
button and the Block Movie Rating  
Press the  
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  
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.  
3.6.4 Check for New DTV Rating  
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  
procedure.  
button to execute this operation. Please follow the on screen instructions to complete this  
Press either  
or  
button 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.  
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3.6.5 Blocked Unrated Programming  
Follow the procedure in the previous section 3.6.1  
to display the Parental Control menu and then  
press the  
TV selection.  
button to highlight the Block Unrated  
Press either  
to block programs that do not have a rating.  
or  
button to select YES or NO  
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous  
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if  
task has been completed.  
3.6.6 Change the Password  
Press the  
Edit selection.  
button to highlight the Access Code  
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.  
Note: Make sure you write down and store the new password in a secure place.  
The Reset All Settings feature (see page 50) does NOT reset the password.  
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3.7 HDMI Input Picture Adjustment  
The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same  
way for the HDMI Input as for the DTV / TV input  
in section 3.3. The menu difference is that there  
is no icon along the top for DTV / TV or Parental  
Control adjustments.  
3.8 HDMI Input Audio Adjustment  
The Audio Adjust menu operates in the same way  
for the HDMI Input as for the DTV / TV input in  
section 3.3. The menu difference is that there is  
no icon along the top for DTV / TV or Parental  
Control adjustments.  
3.9 HDMI Input Setup  
The Setup menu operates in the same way for  
the HDMI Input as for the DTV/TV input in section  
3.3. The menu difference is that there is no icon  
along the top for DTV / TV or Parental Control  
adjustments.  
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3.10 Video Input Picture Adjustment  
The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same  
way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for  
the DTV / TV input in section 3.2. The menu  
difference is that there is no icon along the top for  
DTV / TV adjustments.  
3.11 Video Input Audio Adjustment  
The Audio Adjust menu operates in the same way  
for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the  
DTV / TV input in section 3.3.  
The menu  
difference is that there is no icon along the top for  
DTV / TV adjustments.  
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3.12 Video Input Setup  
The Setup menu operates in the same way for  
Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for the  
DTV/TV input in section 3.3. The menu difference  
is that there is no icon along the top for TV  
adjustments.  
3.13 Video Input Parental Control  
The Parental Control menu operates in the same  
way for Video Inputs (Component and AV) as for  
the DTV / TV input in section 3.6. The menu  
difference is that there is no icon along the top for  
DTV / TV adjustments.  
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3.14 PC Input Picture Adjustment  
The Picture Adjust menu operates in the same way for the PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in section  
3.2 for Backlight, Contrast, Brightness and Color Temperature.  
3.14.1 Auto Adjust  
When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen  
Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE  
adjustment page. Press the  
the Auto Adjust selection.  
button to highlight  
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.  
3.14.2 Backlight  
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.  
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3.14.3 Brightness  
Press the  
selection.  
button to highlight the Brightness  
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.  
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous  
screen or repeatedly to return to your program if  
task has been completed.  
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.  
3.14.4 Contrast  
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.  
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3.14.5 Color Temperature  
Press the button to highlight the option for  
Color Temperature selection.  
The default is COOL; this is the 9300K setting.  
Press the  
the Normal, Warm or Custom option.  
or  
button if you want to choose  
If you choose the Custom option, then a new menu  
will be displayed showing the primary color items,  
Red, Green and Blue.  
Press the  
wish to adjust.  
button to highlight the color you  
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.  
3.14.6 H-SIZE  
Press the  
Press the  
Use the  
button to highlight the H-Size selection.  
button to start adjusting the horizontal size of the picture.  
or  
button to adjust the horizontal size.  
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task  
has been completed.  
3.14.7 H. Position  
Press the  
Shift selection.  
button to highlight the Horizontal  
Press the button to start adjusting the horizontal  
position of the picture.  
Use the  
position.  
or  
button to adjust the horizontal  
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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3.14.8 V. Position  
Press the  
Press the  
Use the  
button to highlight the Vertical Shift selection.  
button to start adjusting the vertical position of the picture.  
or button to adjust the vertical position.  
Press the LAST key once to return to the previous screen or repeatedly to return to your program if task  
has been completed.  
3.14.9 Fine Tune  
Press the  
Press the  
Use the  
button to highlight the Fine Tune selection.  
button to start tuning the to the PC signal.  
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.  
3.15 PC Input Audio Adjustment  
The Audio Adjust menu operates in the same way  
for the PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in  
section 3.3. The menu difference is that there are  
no icons along the top for DTV / TV and Parental  
Control adjustments.  
3.16 PC Input Setup  
The Setup menu operates in the same way for the  
PC Input as for the DTV / TV input in section 3.4.  
The menu difference is that there is no icon along  
the top for TV adjustments and no Closed Caption.  
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3.17 Understanding Viewing Features  
Your HDTV features has the following viewing modes.  
3.17.1 Viewing Modes  
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.  
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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3.18 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote  
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 4-  
digit 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 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting  
4.1 Maintenance  
Important  
1.  
2.  
Make sure that the power cable is removed from the socket before cleaning the TV.  
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  
1.  
2.  
Use a soft cloth for cleaning.  
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  
1.  
2.  
Use a soft cotton cloth to gently clean the screen.  
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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4.2 Troubleshooting 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  
.
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 Make sure the video cable supplied with the TV is secured to the correct video  
image.  
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.  
Adjust brightness and contrast.  
Check Source settings.  
Wrong or abnormal colors If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to make sure it  
is securely connected.  
appear.  
Control buttons do not work.  
Press only one button at a time.  
Remote Control does not Make sure batteries are inserted correctly  
work.  
Batteries could be weak.  
There appears to be image For best image quality, view HD wide screen programs where possible. If HD  
quality issues.  
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.  
You cannot see a picture.  
Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a grounded electrical outlet.  
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 see a distorted picture or 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.  
hear unusual sound.  
The picture has abnormal Make sure that the input source cable is attached securely and correctly to the back  
patterns.  
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.  
The display image does not If you are using RGB mode, make sure that H Size and V Position in the On Screen  
cover the entire screen.  
Display (OSD) are set correctly.  
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Problem  
Solution  
If you are using TV, AV-C, AV-S or Component with 480i input, follow steps on page  
33 on how to set the WIDE screen modes.  
You can see a picture but you Make sure that the volume is not turned down.  
cannot hear sound.  
Make sure that the sound is not muted.  
Make sure that your audio input source cables are connected securely and correctly.  
The TV has pixels that are Your LCD HDTV is manufactured using an extremely high level of precision  
always dark or colored.  
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.  
You see “noise” or “trash” on When your LCD HDTV’s digital capabilities exceed a digital broadcast signal, the  
the screen.  
signal is up-converted (increased) to match your TV’s display capabilities. Up-  
converting can cause noise or trash.  
You switch to a different input The TV remembers the volume level from the last time you adjusted it. If the sound  
and the volume changes. level is higher or lower from another source, then the loudness will change.  
You switch to a different input The TV remembers the viewing mode from the last time you used a particular input  
and the screen size changes. (AV, Component, HDMI and TV).  
Tips for High-Definition Users. The LCD HDTV is an ideal platform for viewing High Definition Content.  
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.  
Tips for Letterbox Content Letterboxed (or “Widescreen”) versions of DVD movies are most commonly  
Users.  
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 33.  
4.3 Telephone & 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.  
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.  
VIZIO  
39 Tesla, Irvine, CA 92618  
Tel: (949) 428-2525 Fax: (949) 585-9514  
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4.4 Compliance  
Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for  
each area.  
USA  
UL  
Canada  
Germany  
UK  
CSA  
VDE  
BASE/BS  
Japan  
Electric Appliance Control Act  
4.5 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.  
2.  
3.  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
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.  
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.  
3.  
Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with  
the emission limits.  
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 5 Miscellaneous Information  
5.1 Specifications  
Specifications  
Panel  
37” Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio  
Resolution  
Pixel (Dot) Pitch  
1366 x 768 pixels  
0.6mm (H) x 0.6mm (V)  
Display Compatibility HDTV (720P)  
Signal Compatibility  
Colors  
480i (SDTV), 480P (EDTV), 720P (HDTV), 1080i (HDTV)  
16.77 Million (8-bit)  
500 cd/m2 (typical)  
Brightness  
Contrast  
1000:1 (typical)  
Response Time  
Viewing Angle  
Inputs  
6~8ms (typical)  
Up to 178°(horizontal and vertical)  
1x Co-axial RF (ATSC/QAM/NTSC), 2x HDMI™ (v1.3) with HDCP (plus 1x Stereo Audio  
RCA for DVI source), 2x Component YPbPr plus Stereo Audio, 1x RGB PC plus Stereo  
Audio, 1x S-Video (AV) plus Stereo Audio, 1x Composite Video (AV)  
Outputs  
1x Digital Optical Audio  
Features  
CC, V-Chip, 3D Comb Filter, Motion Adaptive De-Interlace, 3:2 or 2:2 Reverse Pull-down,  
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 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.  
Speakers  
Built-in, 10W x 2  
Panel Life  
Power  
60,000 hours to half the original brightness  
Input  
IEC Connector for direct power line connection  
100 ~ 240Vac at 50/60Hz  
210W max.  
Voltage Range  
Power Consumption  
Environmental Conditions  
Operating  
Temperature: 5°C~35°C, Relative Humidity: 20~80%, Altitude: 0~14,000 ft  
Non-Operating  
Dimensions  
Net Weight  
Temperature: -20°C~50°C, Relative Humidity: 10~90%, Altitude: 0~40,000 ft  
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  
42.8 lbs with stand; 41.4 lbs without stand  
52.0 lbs  
Gross Weight  
Certifications  
UL/C-UL, FCC Class B  
*Product specifications may change without notice or obligation.  
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5.2 Glossary – Standard Definitions  
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 set-  
top 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 Cable CARD 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.  
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5.3 Index  
Tint, 38  
DTV Special Features  
Closed Caption, 49  
Closed Caption Style, 50  
Language, 47  
Reset, 50  
Sleep Timer, 47  
DTV Tuner Setup  
Auto Search, 45  
Daylight Saving, 46  
Skip Channel, 45  
Time Zone, 46  
A
Accessories, 4  
Adjustments  
Closed Caption, 49  
Selecting the Screen Size, 33, 47, 62  
Selecting the Screen Size, 11  
Stepping through TV Channels, 33  
Volume, 11, 33, 42  
Advanced Video Features  
Adaptive Luma, 33  
Black Level Extender, 40  
CTI (Color Transient Improvement, 41  
DNR (Dynamic Noise Reduction, 40  
Flesh Tone, 41  
Tuner Mode, 45  
DVI  
Connecting your DVD Player, 20  
Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 16  
White Peak Limiter, 40  
G
C
Glossary, 68  
Cleaning your VIZIO TV, 63  
Coax (RF)  
Connecting for DTV, 14  
Connecting your Basic Set Top Box, 18  
Component  
H
HDMI  
Connecting your DVD Player, 19  
Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 15  
HDMI Input  
Connecting your DVD Player, 21  
Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 17  
Composite (AV)  
Connecting your Basic Set-Top Box, 18  
Connecting your DVD Player, 22  
Controls  
Audio Adjustment, 55  
Picture Adjustment, 55  
Setup, 55  
Front Panel, 9  
Side Panel, 9  
I
Inputs  
Antenna, 3  
D
Connectors, 13  
Rear Label, 10  
Installation  
DTV  
Audio Adjustment, 42  
Parental Control, 51  
Picture Adjustment, 36  
Special Features, 47  
Tuner Setup, 45  
DTV Audio Adjust  
Balance, 43  
Base removal, 6  
Preparation, 5  
Safety Instructions, 2  
Wall Mounting, 5, 27  
O
Bass, 42  
Simulated Surround Sound, 43  
Speakers On/Off, 44  
Treble, 43  
OSD  
Brightness Adjustment, 37  
Closed Caption Selection, 49  
Color Adjustment, 38  
Contrast Adjustment, 38  
Volume, 42  
DTV Picture Adjust  
Advanced Video, 40  
Backlight, 37  
Brightness, 37  
Color, 38  
P
Parental Control  
Color Temperature, 39, 60  
Contrast, 38, 59  
Picture Mode, 36  
Sharpness, 39  
Block Unrated Programming, 54  
Channel Block, 51  
Movie Rating, 53  
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Password change, 54  
TV Rating, 52  
PC Input  
TV Audio Adjust  
Balance, 43  
Bass, 42  
Audio Adjustment, 61  
Picture Adjustment, 58  
Setup, 55  
Simulated Surround Sound, 43  
Speakers On/Off, 44  
Treble, 43  
PC Picture Adjust  
Auto Adjust, 58  
Fine Tune, 61  
Horizontal Position, 60  
Horizontal Size, 60  
Vertical Position, 61  
PC Resolutions, 26  
Volume, 42  
TV Picture Adjust  
Advanced Video, 40  
Backlight, 37  
Brightness, 37  
Color, 28  
Color Temperature, 39, 60  
Contrast, 38, 59  
Picture Mode, 36  
Sharpness, 39  
R
Tint, 38  
Remote  
TV Special Features  
Closed Caption, 49  
Language, 47  
Batteries, 12  
Range, 12  
Remote Control  
Setting the Sleep Timer, 47  
Using your Cable or Satellite Remote to Operate your  
VIZIO TV, 63  
Reset, 50  
Sleep Timer, 47  
TV Tuner Setup, 45  
Auto Search, 45  
Skip Channel, 45  
Tuner Mode, 45  
RGB  
Connecting your PC, 25  
S
V
Screen Size explanation, 62  
S-Video  
Video Input  
Audio Adjustment, 56  
Parental Control, 57  
Picture Adjustment, 56  
Setup, 57  
Connecting your DVD Player, 22  
Connecting your VCR, 23  
Connecting your Video Camera, 23  
T
W
Technical Specifications, 67  
Troubleshooting Guide, 64  
TV  
Audio Adjustment, 42  
Parental Control, 51  
Picture Adjustment, 36  
Special Features, 47  
Watching TV  
Basic Adjustments, 33  
Basic connections, 27  
First Startup, 27  
Getting your Programs, 32  
Program Information, 34  
Status Information, 34  
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