Vizio P42HD User Guide

Vizio P42HD - 42" Plasma TV Manual

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    the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 34 3.5.2 - Searching for Component Codes 36 3.5.3 - Reassigning Component Buttons 36 3.5.4 - Changing Volume Lock ...36 Chapter 4 - Maintenance and Troubleshooting 37 4.1 - Maintenance...37 4.2 - Troubleshooting Guide ...37 4.3 - Telephone & Technical Support
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    1.1 - Before Use Congratulations on your VIZIO P42 42" Plasma Television purchase. Thank you for your support of V, Inc. and its Plasma Television product line. The P42 is a precise electronic product and you should read the following instructions carefully to maximize the performance of the
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    . 1.4 - Installation • Please read the user manual carefully before performing the installation. • The power consumption of the display is approximately 360 Watts for EDTV or 440 W for HDTV, significantly higher than a typical television. Please use the power cord designated for the product. When an
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    with instructions. Incorrect polarities may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • If any of the following occurs please contact the dealer: o The power connector fails or frays. o Liquid sprays or any object drops into the P42 Plasma TV
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    or unused for long periods of time, unplug the Plasma 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. Version - 2/21/2005 5 www.vizioce.com
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    1.7 - Package Contents VIZIO P42 Plasma TV VIZIO Universal Remote Control 42 mm Stand-Off Screws for the Bottom of the TV - 2 QTY 55 mm Stand-Off Screws for the Top of the TV - 2 QTY Power Cord RCA Cable This User Guide IMPORTANT: Save the original box and all the packing material for future
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    Sensor - This is the window that passes all of the remote signals to the sensor. Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the remote signal. Power LED - Lights green when powered on. Power - Switch the TV on by pressing the button once. Press the button again to
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    Connect an external subwoofer to Plasma. 14. Speaker Jacks - Connect speakers to Plasma. 15. DVI HDTV In - Connect a DVD service and support. 19. AC In - Connect one end of the power cord here and connect the other end of the power cord to a wall socket. 20. Main Power Switch - Turn the AC In power
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    1.10 - VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be used to control up to four different components. The remote control button functions are explained on the following pages. VIZIO Universal Remote Control Button Description 2 1 3 4 5 6 7
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    Pre-programmed for the VIZIO P42 Plasma TV. 8. Number Button Pad - These buttons select a channel or password. 9. MUTE - This button turns the sound on and off. 10. 100/Enter - This button enters a channel number greater than 100 in TV mode. Additionally, it works as an ENTER button in other
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    Use this key to activate the picture-in-picture mode. 30. FREEZE - Press this key to "Freeze-Frame", the current screen. You may press this key VGA display. 36. TV - This button selects a programmed TV. Pre-programmed for the VIZIO P42 Plasma TV. Note: The remote control layout is for reference
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    1.10.2 - Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment. Re-attach the battery cover. Precautionary
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    32 feet (10 meters) from the front of the receiver window, 30º to the left and right, 20º up and down. 1.10.4 - Precautions for the VIZIO Universal Remote Control • Remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. Avoid humidity. • If the display responds erratically to the
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    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. Digital Video (DVI). All of the picture information is received digitally coded and
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    of the VIZIO P42 Plasma TV. Note: HDTV/RGB PC Audio In next to the DVI In connection in the rear of your Plasma TV. 4. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and your DVD player. 5. Select DVI using the INPUT button on the front of the Plasma TV. Note: a) b) The DVI input on your Plasma TV supports
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    player to the R (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors (green band) on the rear of your Plasma TV. 6. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and DVD player. 7. Select YPbPr using the INPUT button on the front of the Plasma TV. Note: a) b) Refer to your DVD player user manual for more
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    (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors in the Video/Audio IN connections (yellow band) in the rear of your Plasma TV. 4. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and band). Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version - 2/21
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    (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors in the Video/Audio IN connections (yellow band) in the rear of your Plasma TV. 4. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and band). Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version - 2/
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    Plasma TV. 3. Connect the Audio Out on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the DVI HDTV/RGB PC Audio In of your Plasma TV. 4. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and your HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Select DVI using the INPUT button on the front of the Plasma TV. Note: a) b) The DVI input on your Plasma TV supports
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    of your Plasma TV. 3. Connect the R (red color) and L (white color) audio connectors on your VCR or video camera to the R (red color) and L (white color) audio input connectors in the Video/Audio IN connections (yellow band) in the rear of your Plasma TV. 4. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and
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    antenna or cable to your new P42 Plasma TV directly to the TV or through your VCR. Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for you. 2.5.1 - Using Your Antenna or Cable TV Installation: 1. Turn off the power to the Plasma TV. 2. Connect the coaxial (RF
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    speaker to the SUBWOOFER connection in the rear of your Plasma TV. 4. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and speakers. 5. Press the MENU button on the remote control to activate the on-screen display (OSD). 6. Press the f on the remote control until AUDIO is highlighted and press the SELECT button
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    or amplifier to the R (red color) and L (white color) audio output connectors in the AUDIO OUT group on the rear of your Plasma TV. 3. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and receiver or amplifier. 4. Press the SELECT button on the remote control to activate the on-screen display (OSD). 5. Press the
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    Audio Out on your computer to the DVI HDTV/RBG PC Audio In at the rear of your Plasma TV. 4. Turn on the power to the Plasma TV and your computer. 5. Select RGB using the INPUT button on the front of the Plasma TV. Note: Refer to your computer user manual for more information about the video output
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    the Plasma TV, via either OSD menu or remote control. 5. If connecting to antenna, cable or other RF source on TV inputs, see page 30 to configure the product to receive all available channels. 3.2 - Preparing the Plasma for Wall Mounting The VIZIO P42 can either be kept on the base stand or mounted
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    3.3 - Adjusting Basic Plasma TV Settings Volume To increase the volume, press and hold the VOL + button on the front panel or remote control until the desired level is reached. To decrease the volume, press and hold the - VOL button on the front panel or remote control until the desired level is
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    3.4 - Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) The remote control or the bottom control keys on the front panel of the Plasma TV can control all the function settings. The on-screen display (OSD) allows you to adjust and save contrast, brightness and other settings. The Plasma TV will save changes made to
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    may need to readjust the brightness after the Plasma TV warms up. Contrast - Adjusts the contrast of the picture. Color - Adjusts the color saturation making colors more intense. Note: this option is not selectable when TV is in PC mode. Tint - Adjusts the color of flesh tones. Note: this option is
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    SV2, YPbPr, YCbCr, RGB, DVI Sub Screen - Selects Sub Screen sources. Off, TV, AV1, AV2, SV1, SV2, YPbPr, YCbCr, RGB, DVI Audio From - Select Main or Sub Screen audio sources. Display Mode - Select Full, PIP or POP. Wide Mode - Changes the Sub Screen size. Choose between aspect, wide 1:1. Note: This
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    ANT, Cable, HRC and IRC. Caption Mode - Turn the close caption OFF or CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, TT1, TT2, TT3, TT4. Auto Scan - Auto scan on TV channels. Add/Del Channels - Manually add and delete selected channels. Parental Controls - Adjust parental control settings. Password Edit - Change user password
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    number of minutes the Plasma TV waits before it automatically turns off in 5-minute increments. Maximum available time is 120 minutes. 3.4.2.7 - SETUP OSD H Posi. - Adjusts the horizontal position of the OSD within the display image. OSD V Posi. - Adjusts the vertical
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    not ageappropriate, such as programs containing violence or adult language. 1. Press the TV component button. 2. Press the MENU button on the remote control and the Main Menu will be displayed on the screen. 3. Press f until the TV menu is highlighted. Then press SELECT. 4. Press d until Parental
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    to any four-digit number. To change the password: 1. Press the TV component button. 2. Press the MENU button on the remote control and the Main Menu will be displayed on the screen, as shown opposite. 3. Press f until the TV menu is highlighted. Then press SELECT. 4. Press d until the Password Edit
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    the VIZIO Universal Remote Control You can program the remote control to work with up to four different components. Listed below are the steps for programming your TV, VCR, Cable Box and DVD Player. 3.5.1.1 - Programming for TV 1. Manually turn on the TV. 2. Press the TV button on the remote control
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    listed for the component and manufacturer. 5. Point the remote control at the Cable Box and press the POWER button. The Cable Box will turn off. Note: a) b) If your Cable Box does not respond, try all the codes for your brand. If the codes do not work, or your brand is not listed, see "Searching
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    the VIZIO Universal Remote Control", page 34. 3.5.4 - Changing Volume Lock The remote control is set to control volume through your TV while in cable (CBL), DVD, satellite (SAT) and VCR component modes. Use the volume lock if you want to control the volume for all components through a specific
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    and Troubleshooting 4.1 - Maintenance Important 1. Make sure that the power cable is removed from the socket before cleaning the display. 2. Do not use volatile solvent (such as toluene, rosin and alcohol) to clean the display. Such chemicals may damage the housing, screen glass and remote control
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    off for 5 seconds, and then back on. Then turn the Plasma on with the remote control or power button on the front of the TV. 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
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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 Canada Germany Britain Japan UL CSA VDE BASE/BS Electric Appliance Control Act 4.5 - FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has
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    30 pm PST. The determination of service will be made by VIZIO Customer Support. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO VIZIO WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION. Parts New or remanufactured replacements for defective parts will be used for repairs by VIZIO at its designated Service Center for one (1) year from
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    Universal remote controls for products such as cable and satellite boxes. VIZIO L13 0864 VIZIO P46 1756 VIZIO L6 0885 VIZIO RP56 1756 VIZIO L20 1756 VIZIO HDX 20L 1756 VIZIO L30 1756 VIZIO HDX 42P 1756 VIZIO L30WGU 1756 Bravo D1 1064 VIZIO P42 1756 Bravo D2 0123 VIZIO P42HD
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    JVC Kenwood Koss LXI Linn Lloyd's MCS Magnavox Marantz Modulaire NAD Nakamichi Onkyo SETUP CODES FOR SATELLITE AlphaStar Echostar Expressvu General Instrument HTS Hitachi Hughes Network Systems JVC Jerrold 0392, 0855 0869 0639 0869 0749, 0790 0724, 0722 0856 Version - 2/21/2005 42 www.vizioce.com
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    SETUP CODES FOR TELEVISION AOC Admiral Aiko Akai Alaron America Action Ampro Anam Audiovox Baysonic Belcor Bell & Howell Bradford Brockwood Broksonic CXC Candle Carnivale Carver Celebrity Cineral Citizen Concerto
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    0149 0240 0035, 0081 0037 0035, 0162, 0454, 0035, 0037, 0048, 0039, 0047, 0240, 0000, 0104, 0209, 0046, 0454, 1162, 1262 0042 SETUP CODES FOR DIGITAL VIDEO DISC Denon GE Harman/Kardon JVC Kenwood Magnavox Marantz Onkyo Optimus Panasonic Philips Pioneer Proscan RCA Samsung Sony Technics 0490 0522
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