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the back of your HDTV for easy reference when obtaining warranty support: Serial Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of VIZIO, Inc. dba V, Inc. HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Manufactured under license from Dolby - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 2
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits. Misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your HDTV from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation, use, and - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 3
with instructions. Incorrect polarities may cause the batteries to leak which can damage the remote control or injure the operator. If any of the following occurs, contact the dealer: o The power cord fails or frays. o Liquid sprays or any object drops into your HDTV. o Your HDTV is exposed - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 4
VIZIO E420VO User Manual 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 - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 5
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Advisory of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will be complete on June 12, 2009, but your local television stations may switch sooner. After the switch, analog-only television sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 6
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 Television Antenna Connection Protection 4 Advisory of the DTV Transition...5 CHAPTER 1 SETTING UP YOUR HDTV 10 Attaching the TV Stand...11 Wall Mounting your HDTV...12 CHAPTER 2 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 13 Front - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 7
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Adjusting Photo Settings ...29 Slideshow Mode...29 Repeat...29 Sort By ...29 Duration ...29 Slideshow Effect ...29 Thumbnail Size ...29 Info ...29 CHAPTER 8 ADJUSTING YOUR HDTV SETTINGS 30 Using the On-screen Display (OSD) ...30 Input Menu...30 Wide Menu ...31 Normal...31 - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 8
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Help Menu ...42 System Info ...42 Reset TV Settings ...42 Clear Memory (Factory Default) ...42 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 43 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...43 Troubleshooting Guide ...43 Telephone & Technical Support ...46 Compliance...46 FCC Class B - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 9
shipping. Package Contents VIZIO E420VO VIZIO remote control VR15 AA batteries for the remote control (2) Power cord Detachable base with thumbscrew Safety Strap This user manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card HDTV Accessories and Services Additional certified accessories for - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 10
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. The power consumption of your HDTV is about 86W average. When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 11
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of the TV. Unpack the TV and stand base: 1. Remove the remote control, batteries, and power cord from the foam end caps. 2. Remove the two top foam - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 12
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Wall Mounting your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount your HDTV on the wall, follow the instructions below. 1. Write down the serial number located on the back of your HDTV in the space provided on page 1 to have it handy if you - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 13
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. Remote Control Sensor-Point the remote control directly at this window on the lower left corner of your HDTV for the best response to the remote signal. 2. POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT-The VIZIO name lights white when powered on - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 14
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Rear Panel Connections 1. HDMI 1-Connect digital video devices such as a DVD player or Set-Top Box through this all digital connector. 2. HDMI 2 with L/R Audio-Connect another digital video device such as a DVD player or Set-Top Box through this all digital connector. - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 15
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Installing the Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover. 2. Insert the batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 16
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Remote Control Buttons POWER ( )-Press to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. CEC-Supported Buttons: CEC needs to be set up and enabled for these buttons to work. See CEC on page 40 for more information. ● (Record)-Press to - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 17
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your HDTV has a built-in setup App that runs when you turn on your TV for the first time. Follow the onscreen directions to easily setup your new HDTV. 1. Insert the batteries into the remote control. 2. Connect the power cord to the power cord - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 18
the power button on the remote control. The VIZIO logo on the front will light up white. 2. Select the input to which your device is connected that provides TV programming (e.g. TV, HDMI, COMP). Note: You should be able to see a picture. If you do not, make sure that all of your HDTV connections - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 19
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed or when you press the GUIDE button, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Each press of the GUIDE button will display more information about the program: Version 3/16/2010 19 - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 20
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Chapter 6 Connecting Equipment Which Video Connection Should I Use? You have six options for connecting your video equipment box to your HDTV from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Based on your Home Theater configuration, you can decide which - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 21
box and the other end to the HDMI-1 or HDMI-2 jack on your HDTV. Turn on the power to your HDTV and your Cable/Satellite box. Select HDMI-1 or HDMI-2 using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. The HDMI input on your HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 22
Top box to the AV L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. Turn on your HDTV and Set-Top box. 5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Using Coaxial (Antenna) (Good) 1. Turn off the power to your HDTV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or digital - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 23
player and the other end to the HDMI-1 or HDMI-2 jack on your HDTV. Turn on the power to your HDTV and your DVD player. Select HDMI-1 or HDMI-2 using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. The HDMI input on your HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). HDCP - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 24
DVD player to the AV jack on your HDTV. 3. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your DVD player to the AV L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and DVD Player. 5. Select AV using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. 24 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 25
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Connecting Coaxial (RF) Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for Standard or Digital TV 1. Turn off the power to your HDTV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF) connector from your antenna or cable to the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA connector on your HDTV. 3. Turn on the power to your HDTV. - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 26
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Connecting a Home Theater System Using RCA Connecting the cables 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and back of the HDTV. 3. Turn on the power to the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. Turning TV speakers off 1. Press MENU to open the OSD. 2. Press ▼ to highlight Settings, and then press - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 27
Connecting a Computer Using RGB (VGA) VIZIO E420VO User Manual COMPUTER Set computer to a resolution supported by your HDTV (see Preset PC Resolutions on page 48). If your computer supports it, we recommend 1920x1080. 1. Turn off the power to your HDTV and computer. 2. Connect the RGB (VGA) cable - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 28
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Chapter 7 Viewing Pictures Connect a USB flash drive to the USB port on your HDTV to view pictures. USB drives that are USB 2.0 and FAT or FAT32 are supported. The USB Port does not support external hard drives or USB hubs. If your USB drive is oversized and does not - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 29
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Adjusting Photo Settings When viewing pictures you can adjust various settings, including slideshow, picture duration, etc. 1. Insert a USB device containing pictures and select the folder or files that you want to play. 2. Press MENU. The Picture menu will be displayed. 3. - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 30
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Chapter 8 Adjusting Your HDTV Settings Using the On-screen Display (OSD) The remote control or the control buttons on the side of the TV can control all the function settings. The OSD allows you to adjust contrast, brightness and other settings. The TV will save changes made - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 31
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Wide Menu Select how the picture displays on the screen. As you select an option, you will see the screen adjusting to the different sizes. The options vary depending on the selected input and the TV program: Normal The original 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source) is preserved, - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 32
brightness, contrast, and advanced picture settings. Picture Mode Choose from Standard, Movie, Game, Vivid, Football, Golf, Basketball, Baseball, or Custom. Each input (i.e. HDMI, COMP, etc) remembers the custom setting you created. Select Custom to manually adjust Backlight, Brightness, Contrast - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 33
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Contrast Adjust 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. Note: Contrast is only available when Picture Mode is set to - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 34
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Color Temperature Color Temperature is the "warmness" or "coolness" of the white areas of the picture. Choose from Custom, Cool, Normal, or PC. Normal is the setting for television broadcasting. Custom allows you to set a preset calibrated for a white point to suit - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 35
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Audio Menu Adjust audio options including balance, equalizer, and advanced audio settings. Audio Mode Choose from Flat, Rock, channel, volume fluctuations occur. When turned ON, SRS TruVolumeTM provides the listener with a comfortable and consistent volume level. Turn this - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 36
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Equalizer Settings To select the options in the Equalizer sub-menu, press OK. A new menu will be displayed showing the volumes of different frequencies. Starting from lowest to the highest, they are 100 Hz, 300Hz, 1 kHz, 3 kHz and 10 kHz. 1. Press ◄ or ► to select the - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 37
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Skip Channel After the TV using the number buttons on the remote control. MTS This feature allows you to signal is usually Spanish. Choose from Mono, Stereo, or SAP. Name Input This feature makes it easier for you to recognize the devices you have connected to your HDTV - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 38
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Parental Controls 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. To - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 39
+ - Adults only Alt Rating Region This is reserved for future use in the event the parental control system is ever updated. Your HDTV will be able to receive and update the new rating system to it. Block Unrated TV Block programming that does not have a rating. Version 3/16/2010 39 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 40
GUIDE button on the remote control. CEC Consumer Electronics Control allows you to control other devices using your HDTV remote control when those devices are connected via HDMI. For example, if a CEC-supported Blu-ray DVD player is connected to your HDTV through HDMI-2 and that player is powered - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 41
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Media Menu When viewing pictures you can adjust various settings, including slideshow, picture duration, etc. 1. Insert a USB device containing pictures and select the folder or files that you want to play. 2. Press MENU. The Picture menu will be displayed. 3. Press ▲ or ▼ - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 42
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Help Menu System Info Display the technical information including model name, version and revision of firmware, source type, and resolution. Reset TV Settings Return all Picture and Audio settings to factory default. A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 43
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Chapter 9 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning the TV and Remote Control 1. Remove the power adapter cable from the TV. 2. Use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the TV and remote control. VIZIO recommends using an HDTV cleaning solution which - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 44
VIZIO E420VO User Manual General TV Problems Power is ON but there is no image on the screen. Wrong or abnormal colors appear. Control buttons do not work. Remote control does not work. There appear to be image quality issues. You cannot see a picture. You see a distorted picture or hear unusual - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 45
VIZIO E420VO User Manual General TV Problems Solution The display image does not cover the entire screen. If you are in RGB mode (Computer), make sure that H-Size and V-Position in the On Screen Display (OSD) are set correctly. If you are using TV, AV1, AV2 or Component with 480i input, press - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 46
VIZIO E420VO User Manual 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 - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 47
for ATSC/QAM, VESA Mount Compatible, Multimedia(JPEG only), Multimedia (JPEG) Ambient light sensor 1080 FHDTV HDMI v1.3 DYNAMIC CONTRAST RATIO TECHNOLOGY DOLBY DIGITAL FOR ATSC/QAM DETACHABLE BASE 480I(SDTV), 480P(EDTV), 720P(HDTV), 1080I(HDTV), 1080P (FHDTV) CHANNEL SKIP VIDEO - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 48
the RGB PC input, set the TV timing mode to VESA 1920x1080 at 60Hz for best picture quality (refer to the graphic card's user guide for questions on how to set this timing mode). See the table below for the factory preset resolutions. Mode No. Resolution Refresh Horizontal Rate Frequency (Hz - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 49
VIZIO E420VO User Manual Resolution through RGB Input If your PC supports VESA Reduce Blanking timing via the VGA card drive program (usually offered by the VGA Card Manufacturer), your TV set is equipped to have the 1920x1080 resolution display through this connection using the following timing - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 50
IS REQUIRED BEFORE SENDING ANY UNIT IN FOR SERVICE. Any returns to VIZIO's service centers must utilize either the original carton box and shipping material or a replacement box and material provided by VIZIO. VIZIO technical support will provide instructions for packing and shipping the unit to the - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 51
37 OSD 30 CC Menu 32 Help Menu 42 Input Menu 30 Media Menu 41 Picture Menu 32 Settings Menu 36 Sleep Timer Menu 32 Wide Menu 31 Parental Controls Alt Rating Region 39 Block Unrated TV 39 Canadian English Rating 39 Canadian French Rating 39 Change the Password 40 Channel Block 38 - Vizio E420VO | E420VO User Manual - Page 52
29, 41 Mode 29, 41 Repeat 29, 41 Specifications 47 Stereo Connecting 26 Technical Support 46 Time Zone setting 40 Tint 33 Troubleshooting 43 Tuner Menu Analog MTS 37 Auto Search 36 Skip Channel 37 Tuner Mode 36 TV Menu 30 Partial Channel Search 36 USB Port 28 VCR Connecting 25 Video
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VIZIO E420VO User Manual
Version 3/16/2010
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Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO E420VO television purchase. To get the most out of your new VIZIO
HDTV, 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 HDTV High Definition Television.
For assistance, call
877-MYVIZIO
(877-698-4946) or e-mail us at www.VIZIO.com.
To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO HDTV, visit our website
at
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or call toll free at
888-849-4623.
We recommend you register your VIZIO HDTV either at our website
www.VIZIO.com
or fill out and mail
your registration card.
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 HDTV for easy reference when obtaining
warranty support:
Serial #: _____________________
Purchase Date _____________________
VIZIO is a registered trademark of VIZIO, Inc. dba 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.
and
are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
TruSurround HD and TruVolume technologies are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory default (Home Use)” setting and this is the setting in which
power savings will be achieved. Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other features will increase
power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for Energy Star rating.
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