Vizio E421VO E421VO User Manual

Vizio E421VO Manual

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    VIZIO E421VO User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO E421VO 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
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    of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.  Do not apply pressure or throw objects at your HDTV. This may compromise the integrity of the display. The manufacturer's warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations.  The power cord must be replaced when
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    VIZIO E421VO User Manual  The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV and easily accessible.  Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your HDTV. Any other voltage than the specified voltage may cause fire or electric shock  Do not touch the power cord during lightning. To avoid
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    continue to work as before to receive low power, Class A or translator television stations and with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. For additional information, contact the parties listed below, as appropriate: FCC (US Federal Communications
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    shipping. Package Contents  VIZIO E421VO  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
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    E421VO 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 feature
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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.
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    on the remote control or side of the TV. The HDMI input on your 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. Refer to your Cable/Satellite Set-Top box user manual for
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    (white and red) on your Set-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
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    the audio cables (white and red) from the DVI audio output jacks on the DVD player to the HDMI 2 L and R AUDIO jacks on your HDTV. 4. Turn on the power to your HDTV and your DVD player. 5. Select HDMI-2 using the INPUT button on the remote control or side of the TV. Version 3/16/2010 23 www.VIZIO
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    from your 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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.
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    VIZIO E421VO User Manual Connecting a Home Theater System Using RCA Connecting the cables 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 2. Using an audio cable (white and red connectors), connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the Receiver/Amp and connect the other end to the AUDIO
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    Connecting a Computer Using RGB (VGA) VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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.
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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,
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    VIZIO E421VO User Manual CC (Closed Caption) Menu Adjust closed caption options. Analog Closed Caption The CC feature is available when watching regular analog TV. Select from Off, CC1, CC2, CC3, and CC4. Closed Caption for regular TV is usually CC1 or CC2. Digital Closed Caption The CC feature is
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO User Manual Audio Adjust audio options including balance, equalizer, and advanced audio settings. Audio Mode Choose from Flat, Rock, Pop, Classic or Jazz. Balance Adjust the sound to the left or the right. Lip Sync Lip Sync is designed to adjust the audio of the program being viewed so
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    default. A screen will come up to confirm your selection or to cancel it. Press ◄ or ► to make the selection, and then press OK to accept it. Note: Only settings under the Audio menu will be reset. Settings Menu Tuner Note: The tuner option can only be selected when your HDTV is in TV input mode
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    VIZIO E421VO User Manual Skip Channel After the TV remote control. MTS This feature allows you to select the different languages the broadcaster is transmitting the audio with labels: 1. Select Input Source, and then press OK to show the list of inputs. 2. Press ▼ to select the input label you want
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    on the side of the TV. The remote control buttons do not control the LOCK menu. To access or navigate the UNLOCK menu, you can use the Arrow and OK buttons on the remote. Enter your PIN when prompted. Lock and Unlock Menu Functions Rating Enable Select ON or OFF. If set to OFF, you will not
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    ans+ - Adults only Alt Rating Region This setting is not used. It is reserved for future rating systems. Block Unrated TV Block programming that does not have a rating. Change PIN (UNLOCK Menu Only) Enter a new, 4-digit password using the number buttons on the remote control. Enter it a second time
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    VIZIO E421VO User Manual  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 on, your
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    VIZIO E421VO 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 ▼
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    button on the remote control to scroll through various screen modes. You can see a picture but you  Press Volume + (Up) on the remote control. cannot hear sound.  Press MUTE on the remote control to make sure that MUTE is not ON.  Check your audio settings. The audio may be set to SAP, or
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    www.VIZIO.com Compliance Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Use the AC cords listed below for each area. USA: UL Canada: CSA Germany: VDE UK: BASE/BS Japan: Electric Appliance Control Act FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested
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    VIZIO E421VO User Manual Chapter 10 Specifications Product specifications may change without notice or obligation. Specifications E421VO Specifications Panel 42.02" Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.4845mm (H) x 0.4845mm (H) Display
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    CSA, CSA-US, FCC Class B Compliances Energy Star 4.0. ATSC Spec A/65, EIA/CEA-766-A Preset PC Resolutions If connecting to a PC through 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
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    VIZIO E421VO 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
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    VIZIO E421VO User Manual Warranty ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON PARTS AND LABOR (Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only) VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of its products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year of non-
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    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
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    VIZIO E421VO User Manual Viewing 28 Picture Reset Picture Mode 34 Picture Menu 32 Adaptive Luma 34 Advanced Video 34 Ambient Light Sensor 34 Backlight 32 Backlight Control 34 Brightness 32 Color 33 Color Enhancement 34 Color Temperature 34 Contrast 33 Film Mode 34 Noise Reduction 34
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