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HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO VW42L 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 - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 2
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 VW42L LCD HDTV from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 3
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. Remember, the screen of the coaxial cable is intended to be connected to earth in the building installation. Version 6/19/2007 3 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 4
VW42L 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 VW42L HDTV10A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 5
services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VW42L can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the VW42L on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 6
2.9 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...25 2.10 Watching a TV Program ...28 2.11 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...28 2.12 Program Information...29 2.13 Information on HDTV Status ...29 Chapter 3 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 30 3.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ...30 3.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 7
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...37 3.5.1 Language...37 3.5.2 Sleep Timer ...37 3.5.3 Analog Closed Caption ...37 3.5.4 Digital Closed Caption ...37 3.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...38 3.5.6 Reset All Settings ...38 3.6 DTV / TV Input Parental Control...39 3.6.1 - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 8
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Connections Controls 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. - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 9
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 3 7 11 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 - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 10
Control VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - Blinks when the remote operates. POWER - Press this button to turn the TV on the inputs. - (Dash) - When selecting a digital channel directly use this button for the separation of main and sub-channels. For example, channel 28-2 would be - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 11
select the size of the PIP screen from one of the following: small, medium or large. MODE - Use this button to change the picture mode from Custom, Standard, Movie and Game. SWAP - Used to swap the inputs from the main screen and the sub-screen while in PIP mode. Version 6/19/2007 11 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 12
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two sources. Avoid humidity. If the TV responds erratically to the remote control or does respond at all, check the batteries. If the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them with fresh batteries. When not - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 13
VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VW42L has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital displays. Connection Quality (type) Connector Rear Panel Color Codes - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 14
VIZIO VW42L 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 VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 15
VIZIO VW42L 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 VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 16
For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with DVI: VIZIO VW42L 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 - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 17
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.3.2 Using Component Video Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box (Better): 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 2. Connect the Y (green color) connector on your HDTV Set-Top Box to the corresponding Y (green color) connector in the Component 1 - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 18
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.4 Connecting Your Basic Set-Top Box 2.4.1 Using Composite Video 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and Set-Top Box. 2. Using the AV Cable, connect the Video (yellow color) connector on your Set-Top Box to the corresponding Video (yellow color) connector in the - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 19
input of the VIZIO VW42L for optimal results. Note: To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO 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 - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 20
VIZIO VW42L 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. the Set-Top Box, you can connect the Set-Top Box to the Component 2 connections coded by the purple area. Refer to your DVD player user manual for - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 21
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5.3 Using S-Video (AV1) Connecting your DVD Player (Good): 1. Turn off the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 2. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group on the side of the HDTV. 3. Connect an audio cable ( - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 22
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.6 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 1. Turn off the HDTV and VCR or Video Camera. 2. Connect the S-Video jack on the rear of your VCR or Video Camera to the S-Video jack in the AV1 group on the side of the HDTV. 3. Connect an audio cable (white and red - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 23
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.7 Connecting an external Receiver/Amp 1. Turn off the power to the LCD 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 - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 24
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.8 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 Out - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 25
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Setting Up to Watch Television For 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting', see page 5. 2.9 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 into an AC - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 26
button on the remote control to select the language you want. Press the button on the remote to go to the next screen. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual c. The Tuner screen will be displayed; default choice is Antenna. If you are using Cable, press the button to highlight CABLE. Press the button on - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 27
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 VW42L HDTV10A User Manual - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 28
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.10 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 VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 29
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.12 Program Information Press the GUIDE button on the remote and program information for the channel you are watching will be displayed on the screen with the live program content in a small window in the lower left corner. Press the or button to scroll up or down - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 30
On Screen Display (OSD) allows you to adjust the save contrast, brightness and other settings. The TV will save changes made to the settings, even if the TV is turned off. The OSD consists of several menu options: Picture Adjust, Audio Adjust, Setup, TV Tuner Setup and Parental Controls. The main - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 31
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment 3.2.1 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 VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 32
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.2.3 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 VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 33
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.2.7 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 VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 34
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.2.9 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. DNR Press the button to highlight DNR ( - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 35
On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to display the AUDIO ADJUST page. VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Press the button to highlight the Volume selection. Press the button to start adjusting the volume and the menu page will disappear and be replaced by - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 36
speakers On or Off. You may want to turn-off the internal speakers when listening to the audio through your Home Theatre System. 3.4 DTV / TV Tuner Setup When you first used your VW42L you will have setup your TV for DTV / TV channels using the Initial Setup screens. If you did not do this or if - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 37
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.4.4 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 VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 38
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style When selecting Digital Closed Caption you are also able to customize the look of the Closed Caption. Press the button to highlight the Digital CC Style selection. The default is Broadcast which means the style is the same as - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 39
. When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to display the PARENTAL page. The Password must be entered before the TV will continue with Parental settings. The default password set in the factory is 0 0 0 0. If you are going - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 40
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.6.2 TV Rating Follow the procedure in the previous section 3.6.1 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 VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 41
Unrated TV selection. Press the button to turn-on or turn-off the blocking of programming that does not have a rating. 3.6.5 Change the Password Press the button to highlight the Access Code Edit selection. Press the button and the new Password panel will be displayed. Enter the new, 4-digit - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 42
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.7 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 3.2. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV or Parental Control adjustments. 3.8 HDMI Input - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 43
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.10 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 3.2. The menu difference is that there is no icon along the top for DTV / TV adjustments. 3.11 Video Input - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 44
/ TV input in section 3.2 for Backlight, Contrast, Brightness and Color Temperature. 3.14.1 Auto Adjust When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to highlight the Auto Adjust selection. Press the button for the LCD HDTV to - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 45
VIZIO VW42L 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 the menu page will disappear and be replaced by a small Color - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 46
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.14.6 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 3.14.7 H. Position Press the button to highlight the Horizontal Shift - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 47
image fills the TV screen. If you are watching a widescreen (1.85:1 or 2.35:1 source) program or movie, there will still be black bars at the top and bottom. When watching a standard definition 4:3 aspect ratio (1.33:1 source) the picture will fill the screen but will be stretched horizontally - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 48
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.17.1 Picture-In-Picture(PIP) Mode Your TV 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 - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 49
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 3.17.3 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 VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 50
the source of the failure. If the display still fails to perform as expected, contact the VIZIO for assistance by calling 1-949-668-0588 or email us at [email protected]. Problem No power. No sound. If the screen is black. Version 6/19/2007 Solution Make sure the power button is ON (White - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 51
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Problem Solution Power is ON but no screen image. Make sure the video cable supplied with the TV is secured to the correct video output port on the back of the VCR and the TV. Make any cable you have attached to the TV is secured to the correct output your Set-Top - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 52
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Problem Solution distortions can occur. Tips for Letterbox Content Users. Letterboxed (or "Widescreen") versions of DVD movies are most commonly formatted for standard 4:3 Televisions. The LCD HDTV has the capability of expanding this content so the entire screen - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 53
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 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 UK Japan UL CSA VDE BASE/BS Electric Appliance Control Act 4.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE: This - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 54
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 5 Miscellaneous Information 5.1 Specifications Specifications Panel 42" Diagonal, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels Pixel (Dot) Pitch 0.681mm (H) x 0.681mm (V) Display Compatibility HDTV (720P) Signal Compatibility 480i (SDTV), 480P ( - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 55
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 5.2 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 VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 56
VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual 5.3 Index A Accessories, 4 Adjustments Closed Caption, 11 Selecting the Screen Size, 27, 46, 53 Selecting the Screen Size, 11 Stepping through TV Channels, 27 Volume, 8, 27, 49 Advanced Video Features Adaptive Luma, 33 Black Level Extender, 33 CTI (Color Transient - Vizio VW42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 57
Size explanation, 46 S-Video Connecting your DVD Player, 21 Connecting your VCR, 22 Connecting your Video Camera, 22 T Technical Specifications, 52 Troubleshooting Guide, 49 TV Audio Adjustment, 34 Parental Control, 38 Picture Adjustment, 30 Special Features, 36 VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual TV
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VIZIO VW42L HDTV10A User Manual
Version 6/19/2007
1
www.VIZIO.com
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VW42L 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 VW42L High
Definition Television.
For assistance
, please call 949-668-0588 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 VW42L
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 VW42L.
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