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Monitor On and Off 21 3.2 - Watching a TV Program...21 3.3 - Adjusting Basic Plasma Monitor Settings 22 3.4 - Preparing the Plasma for Wall Mounting 23 3.5 - Using the On-Screen Display (OSD 24 3.5.1 - Menu Operations...24 3.5.2 - OSD Menus and Options ...25 3.5.3 - Using the Parental Controls
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VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide Chapter 1 - Introduction 1.1 - Before Use Congratulations on your VIZIO P50 HDM 50" Plasma monitor purchase. Thank you for your support of VIZIO and its Plasma display product line. The P50 HDM is a precise electronic product and you should read the following instructions
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of the phosphor will be degraded to such an extent that stationary images would burn-in that part of the screen. Displaying the same stationary patterns such as black bars, stock tickers, video games or shopping channel logos and pricing displays, over extended periods of time can leave this
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, avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms. • Unplug the unit during a lightening storm or when it will not be used for long period of time. This will protect the P50 HDM Plasma monitor from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. Opening
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, as the picture on the screen changes, there can be slightly switched in brightness. This also is a phenomenon that can be observed on the PDP driving mechanism. HDMI™ Warnings If you hot-plug the HDMI™ cable, the signal will be unstable for about 2 to 5 seconds. Only supports timing 640x480 @60Hz
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1.6 - Package Contents VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide VIZIO P50 HDM Plasma Monitor VIZIO Universal Remote Control Power Cord AV Cable This User Guide Registration Card Warranty Card Quick Connection Guide Accessory Promotional Flyer P50 HDM Product Brochure IMPORTANT: Save the original box and all the
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window for the best response to the remote signal. 1.8 - Side Panel Controls Power - Switch the monitor on by pressing the button once. Press the button again to turn the monitor off. Menu - This button activates the OSD. If a sub-menu is active, pressing this button will return to the previous
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from the plasma monitor to an external device, such as an external amplifier or secondary TV. 12. Head Phone Jack - Connect external headphones (not included) to this port. Note: if headphones are connected, users will need to select speakers off in the Audio Settings menu for sound to be muted
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VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide 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
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for the VIZIO P50 HDM. 13. MUTE - This button turns the sound on and off. 14. VOL (+ or -) - These buttons turn volume up or down. 15. MENU - This button is used to turn the OSD on. 16. INFO - This button displays the input the user is currently watching. 17. GUIDE - This button displays the
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from one of the following: small or large. 36. LANG - Note: this button is not functional for the VIZIO P50 HDM. 37. Swap - Used to swap the inputs from the main screen and the sub-screen while in the PiP mode. Note: The remote control layout is for reference only. *S-Video has priority. If a signal
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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 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
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VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide Chapter 2 - Connecting Components 2.1 - Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO P50 HDM Plasma Monitor has four different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic one to the most advanced for digital displays. Connection Quality Connector Color Codes
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plasma monitor. 3. Turn on the power to the plasma monitor and your DVD player. 4. Select Digital HD1 using the INPUT button on the side of the plasma monitor, or the "Digital HD" or "Input" button on the remote control. Note: a) b) c) d) If you need to connect a DVI device to your P50HDM monitor
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(green color band) in the rear of your plasma monitor. 6. Turn on the power to the plasma monitor and DVD player. 7. Select Analog HD1 using the INPUT button on the side of the plasma monitor, or the "Analog HD" or "Input" button on the remote control. Note: a) b) If you are already using the
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(yellow color band) in the rear of your plasma monitor. 4. Turn on the power to the plasma monitor and DVD player. 5. Select AV1 (S-Video) using the INPUT button on the side of the plasma monitor, or the "Analog HD" or "Input" button on the remote control Note: a) b) If you are already using the
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group (yellow color band) in the rear of your plasma monitor. 4. Turn on the power to the plasma monitor and DVD player. 5. Select AV1 (video) using the INPUT button on the side of the plasma monitor, or the "AV" or "Input" button on the remote control. Note: a) b) If you are already using the AV1
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). 4. Turn on the power to the plasma monitor and your HDTV Set-Top Box. 5. Select Digital HD1 using the INPUT button on the side of the plasma monitor, or the "Digital HD" or "Input" button on the remote control. Note: a) b) c) d) If you need to connect a DVI device to your P50HDM monitor, we
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of your plasma monitor. 4. Turn on the power to the plasma monitor and VCR or video camera. 5. Select AV1 (S-Video) using the INPUT button on the side of the plasma monitor, or the "AV" or "Input" button on the remote control. Note: Refer to your VCR or video camera user manual for more information
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monitor. 4. Turn on the power to the plasma monitor and your computer. 5. Select RGB using the INPUT button on the side of the plasma monitor, "RGB" or "Input button on the remote control. Note: a) b) For the best picture quality when connecting a PC through RGB or DVI, set your product timing
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P50 HDM User Guide Chapter 3 - Getting Started 3.1 - Turning your Plasma Monitor On and Off 1. Connecting Power Cables Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of your plasma monitor, and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket. 2. Connect Audio and Video Cables to
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. Mute Press the MUTE button on the remote control to turn off the sound; press the button again to cancel the MUTE feature and turn the sound on. Wide Using this feature you can watch video content in Normal, Wide, and Zoom. Press the WIDE button on the remote control to switch among the modes
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VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide 3.4 - Preparing the Plasma for Wall Mounting The VIZIO P50 HDM can either be kept on the base stand or mounted to the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the P50 HDM to the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the base stand. To remove the stand
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monitor is turned off. 3.5.1 - Menu Operations The OSD consists of a Main Menu of items and each of these items has a Sub Menu associated with it that the OSD will switch to when the item is selected. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control and the Main Menu will be displayed on the screen
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Sport - automatically increases contrast and saturation levels for an optimized picture. Brightness - Adjusts the black levels of the picture. Users may need to readjust the brightness after the plasma monitor warms up. Contrast - Adjusts the level of white between the lightest and darkest portions
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VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide 3.5.2.1.2 - Image Settings (for PC) The following menu options are available when RGB is the selected input. Brightness - Adjusts the black levels of the picture. Users may need to readjust the brightness after the plasma monitor warms up. Contrast - Adjusts the level of
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of movies that will be blocked without entering in the password. For more information, see Section 3.5.3 - Using the Parental Controls, page 29. Block Unrated - Allows for the user to block programs that do not have any movie rating and are classified as "unrated". VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide Version
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VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide 3.5.2.5 - Setup Close caption - Choose from one of the following: Off, CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, TEXT1, TEXT2, TEXT3, TEXT4 Language: Changes the language of the OSD menu. Options include English, Italian, Spanish and French. Factory Reset - Resets the display back to the factory
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User Guide 3.5.3 - Using the Parental Controls The Parental Controls feature prevents viewers from watching programs that are not age appropriate, such as programs containing violence or adult language. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control and the Main Menu will be displayed on the screen
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make sure to write down the new password in a safe place. To reset the password: 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control and the Main Menu will be displayed on the screen, as shown opposite. 2. Press ▼ until the Parental Controls menu is highlighted. Then press OK. 3. When the first box is
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VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide 3.6 - Understanding Viewing Features Your plasma monitor features four viewing modes and Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode. You can switch viewing modes using the on-screen display (OSD) or the remote control. For more information on using the OSD, see 3.5.2 - OSD Menus and
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VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide 3.6.2 - Picture-in-Picture (PiP) Mode Your plasma monitor features PiP mode so you can watch two pictures at the same time. When PiP is turned on, you can display two pictures at one time. One picture is displayed as the full screen (main screen) and the other picture is
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Steps 2 through 4 with the next code listed for the component and manufacturer. 6. Point the remote control at the TV and press the POWER button. The TV will turn off. Note: a) b) If your TV does not respond, try all the codes for your brand. If the codes do not work, or your brand is not listed
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listed for the component and manufacturer. 6. 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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VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide 3.7.2 - Searching for Component Codes If the user cannot find the manufacturer in the component list or the program code does not work, the user can use the remote control to search for the correct component code. To search for a component code: 1. Turn on the component. 2.
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remote to work with your 50HDM, refer to your cable or satellite remote users guide for information on how to program their remote. If your cable or satellite remote uses a 4 digit remote code program in 0178. If your cable or satellite remote is a 5 digit remote (like most Direct TV units) use code
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sure DC power button is ON (Green LED). 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. Check your audio connection Press MUTE on the remote control again, so
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P50 HDM User Guide Power is ON but no screen image. Wrong or abnormal colors appear. Control buttons do not work. Remote Control does not work. There appears to be image quality issues. You cannot see a picture. You see a distorted picture or hear unusual sound. The picture has abnormal patterns
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4:3 Televisions. The plasma monitor has the capability of expanding this content so the entire screen is filled at the expense of image accuracy. To use this function, press the "ZOOM" key on the remote control and cycle among the available options. 4.3 - Telephone & Technical Support Products are
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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. Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in
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www.vizioce.com. Parts and service labor that are VIZIO's responsibility (see above) will be provided without charge. Other service is at the owner's expense. You must provide the model, serial number and date of purchase. Before you ask for warranty service, read your User Manual. You might avoid
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HDM User Guide Appendix B: Component Program Codes SETUP CODES FOR CURRENT VIZIO PRODUCTS *Note: Please use these codes to program the VIZIO products to existing Universal remote controls for products such as cable and satellite boxes. VIZIO L13 0864 VIZIO P46 1756 VIZIO L6 0885 VIZIO RP56
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MCS Magnavox Marantz Modulaire NAD Nakamichi Onkyo SETUP CODES FOR SATELLITE AlphaStar Echostar Expressvu General Instrument HTS Level Panasonic Philips Primestar RCA Radio Shack Sony Star Choice Toshiba Uniden Zenith VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide 0531, 0670, 0186, 0080, 0042, 0181, 0219, 0738, 0801
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SETUP CODES FOR TELEVISION AOC Admiral Aiko Akai Alaron America Action Ampro Anam Techwood Teknika Telefunken Toshiba Totevision Vector Research Victor Vidikron Vidtech Wards White Westinghouse Yamaha Zenith VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide 0093, 0150, 0178, 0019 0093 0180 0156, 0178, 0166 0030, 0019, 0056
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0209, 0046, 0454, 1162, 1262 0042 SETUP CODES FOR DIGITAL VIDEO DISC Denon GE Harman/Kardon JVC Kenwood Magnavox Marantz Video Concepts Videosonic Wards White Westinghouse XR-1000 Yamaha Zenith ThetaDigital Toshiba Yamaha Zenith Version - 5/24/2005 45 www.vizioce.com VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide
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VIZIO P50 HDM User Guide Appendix C: Glossary - Standard Definitions Analog TV: Today's TV system using radio frequency waves to transmit and display pictures and sound. Digital TV device capable of receiving and outputting HDTV signals for display. It may be stand-alone or integrated in the set.
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