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VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO VW37L 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 2
not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. • The power cable must be replaced when using different voltage from that specified in the User Manual. For more information, contact your dealer. • The VW37L LCD HDTV is equipped with a three-pronged - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 3
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 4
. Package Contents VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control Power Cord This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information VIP Services Brochure Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 5
services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VW37L can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the VW37L on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 6
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 8 1.1 Front Panel...8 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ...8 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...9 1.4 VIZIO Remote Control...10 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 12 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...12 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 7
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.5.3 Analog Closed Caption ...35 4.5.4 Digital Closed Caption ...35 4.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...36 4.5.6 Reset All Settings ...36 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...37 4.6.1 Channel Block ...37 4.6.2 TV Rating...38 4.6.3 Movie Rating...38 4.6.4 Blocked - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 8
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 9
2 4 5 VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 6 8 9 3 7 1. AC IN - Plug-in the supplied AC Power Cord here. 2. SERVICE - This custom communication port is for factory service only. 3. HDMI 1 - Connect the primary source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 10
1.4 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - Blinks when the remote operates. POWER - Press this button to turn the TV on from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the Standby mode. Number Button Pad - Use these buttons to select a channel or enter a password. - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 11
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE - This button cycles through the available screen formats. The TV mode and alternate audio channels, where available, in DTV mode. CC - This button will select the Closed Caption mode. The options are OFF, CC1, CC2, CC3 or CC4. TV - Press this button to select TV - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 12
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 13
Good (analog) Best (analog) Better (analog) White Black Blue Green and Purple 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 14
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 2.2 Connecting Coaxial (RF) 2.2.1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV / TV 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV. 2. 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 15
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 16
HDTV Set-Top Boxes with DVI: VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. 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 HDTV. 3. Using an audio cable - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 17
remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control. 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. Version 4/17/2007 17 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 18
the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the TV button (below the WIDE 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. Version 4/17/2007 18 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 19
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. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 20
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD Player (Better): 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 21
area). 4. Turn on the power to the HDTV and DVD Player. 5. Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 22
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 2.7 Connecting a PC Computer 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and PC Computer. 2. 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 HDTV. 3. Connect the Audio - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 23
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television For 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting', see page 5. 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up 1. Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of the HDTV, and then plug the power cord - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 24
the OSD language to Français or Español, 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. VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual c. The Tuner screen will be displayed; default choice is Antenna. If you are using Cable, press - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 25
supplies in Clear QAM; consult your cable operator for more information. f. When finished, the Complete screen will be displayed to informed that the HDTV has completed the Initial Setup. Press the OK button on the remote control to exit and begin watching TV. VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 26
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 3.2 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. Press the - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 27
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 3.4 Program Information Press the GUIDE button on the remote and program information for the channel you are watching will be displayed on the screen. Press the or button to scroll up or down the channels. Each time you pause at a channel, the program list will - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 28
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) The remote control or the control buttons on the right hand side of the TV can control all the function settings. The On Screen Display (OSD) allows you to adjust the save contrast, - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 29
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment 4.2.1 Picture Mode When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to highlight the Picture Mode selection. Use the or button to choose from Custom, Standard, - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 30
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.2.3 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 31
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.2.7 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 32
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.2.9 Advanced Video Press the button to highlight the option for Advanced Video selection and press the OK button. A new menu will be displayed showing the advanced functions available for fine tuning of the picture Medium or Strong setting. Flesh Tone Press - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 33
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.3 DTV / TV Input Audio Adjustment 4.3.1 Volume When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to display the AUDIO ADJUST page. Press the button to highlight the Volume selection. Press the - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 34
open the TV TUNER SETUP menu and then 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. Version 4/17/2007 34 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 35
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.4 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 Auto Search Press the button to select your area. - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 36
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style Settings Press the button to highlight the Reset All Settings selection. Press the button to reset the TV to the default factory settings. Note: This does NOT reset the Parental Control Password. Version 4/17/2007 36 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 37
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control 4.6.1 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 38
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.6.2 TV Rating Follow the procedure in the previous section 4.6.1 to display the Parental Control menu and then press the button to highlight the TV Rating selection. Press the button and the Block TV Rating panel will be displayed. In the Block TV Rating panel you - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 39
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.6.4 Blocked Unrated Programming Follow the procedure in the previous section 4.6.1 to display the Parental Control menu and then press the button to highlight the Block Unrated TV selection. Press the button to turn-on or turn-off the blocking of programming - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 40
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.7 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 4.2. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV or Parental Control adjustments. 4.8 HDMI Input - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 41
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.10 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 4.2. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments. 4.11 Video Input - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 42
VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.13 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 4.6. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments. 4.14 PC Input Picture - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 43
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 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. 4.14.4 Contrast Press the button to - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 44
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.14.6 H-SIZE Press the button to highlight the H-Size selection. Press the button to start adjusting the horizontal size of the picture. Use the or the horizontal size. button to adjust 4.14.7 H. Position Press the button to highlight the Horizontal Shift - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 45
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.17 Understanding 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 46
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 4.17.1 Setting the Sleep Timer The Sleep Timer lets you set a time delay to turn off the LCD HDTV automatically. To set the Sleep Timer using the remote control: 1. Press the SLEEP button on the remote control. The Sleep Timer appears in the center of you screen - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 47
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 5.2 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 48
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual Problem Solution on the remote control to scroll through various screen modes. You can see a picture but you cannot hear sound. Make sure that the volume is not turned down. Make sure that the sound is not muted. Make sure that your audio input source cables are - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 49
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 5.4 Compliance Caution: Always use a power cable that is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed below for each area. USA Canada Germany UK Japan UL CSA VDE BASE/BS Electric Appliance Control Act 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE: This - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 50
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 6.1 Specifications Specifications Panel 37" Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.6mm (H) x 0.6mm (V) Display Compatibility HDTV (720P) Signal Compatibility 480i (SDTV), 480P (EDTV), - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 51
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 6.2 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 - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 52
VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual 6.3 Index A Accessories, 4 Adjustments Closed Caption, 11 Selecting the Screen Size, 26, 45, 51 Selecting the Screen Size, 11 Stepping through TV Channels, 26 Volume, 8, 26, 47 Advanced Video Features Adaptive Luma, 32 Black Level Extender, 32 CTI (Color Transient - Vizio VW37LHDTV10A | VU37LHDTV10A HDTV User Manual - Page 53
22 S Screen Size explanation, 45 S-Video Connecting your VCR, 21 Connecting your Video Camera, 21 T Technical Specifications, 50 Troubleshooting Guide, 47 TV Audio Adjustment, 33 Parental Control, 37 Picture Adjustment, 29 Special Features, 35 TV Audio Adjust VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual Balance
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VIZIO VW37L HDTV10A User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VW37L 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 High
Definition Television.
For assistance
, please call 714-668-0588 or e-
mail us at
.
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
HDTV10A 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 VW37L.
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