Vizio VX42L User Manual
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VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on your new VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | 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 VX42L LCD HDTV is equipped with a three-pronged - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 3
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 4
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A VIZIO Remote Control AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIZIO Warranty and Repair Information VIP Services Brochure Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO VX42L - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 5
services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.VIZIO.com. Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO VX42L can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. If you choose to mount the VX42L on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 6
3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ...26 3.2 Watching a TV Program ...29 3.3 Adjusting Basic HDTV Settings ...29 3.4 Program Information...30 3.5 Information on HDTV Status ...30 Chapter 4 Advanced Adjustment of HDTV 31 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ...31 4.2 DTV / TV Input Picture Adjustment...32 - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 7
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 4.4.5 Daylight Saving...38 4.5 DTV / TV Input Setup ...38 4.5.1 Language...38 4.5.2 Sleep Timer ...38 4.5.3 Analog Closed Caption ...38 4.5.4 Digital Closed Caption ...38 4.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...39 4.5.6 Reset All Settings ...39 4.6 DTV / TV Input - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 8
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 9
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 10
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Version 4/24/2007 10 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 11
VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Remote LED - Blinks when the remote operates. POWER - Press this button to turn the TV this button for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. INFO - This button displays the image and system information display. GUIDE - This button displays program - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 12
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE - This button cycles through the available screen formats. The options picture. Note that in the zoom mode parts of the picture will not be visible because they extend beyond the edges of the screen. FREEZE - Press this button to "Freeze-Frame" the current screen - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 13
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 1.5.1 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. - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 14
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? The VIZIO VX42L 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 - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 15
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 16
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 17
For HDTV Set-Top Boxes with DVI: VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 18
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 19
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 4/24/2007 19 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 20
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 2.5 Connecting Your DVD Player You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your VX42L; HDMI, Component, AV (SVideo or Composite) inputs. Based on your configuration, you can decide which option is right for you. 2.5.1 Using HDMI DVD players that have a - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 21
VIZIO VX42L 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. rear of the TV) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Connect the Pb (blue color) connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pb (blue color) connector - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 22
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 23
of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and Receiver/Amp. 4. Then press the MENU button on the remote control to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. 5. Press the on the remote control to select the Audio Adjust menu. 6. Press the on the remote control to select SPEAKERS - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 24
Note: a) b) VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Refer to your Receiver/Amp user manual to select the corresponding audio input. The audio output is not amplified and cannot be connected directly to external speakers. Optical Output of Audio received with HD Programs If your sound system has a SPDIF ( - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 25
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 26
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 27
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 VX42L HDTV10A User Manual c. The Tuner screen will be displayed; default choice is Antenna. If you are using Cable, press - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 28
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 VX42L HDTV10A User Manual - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 29
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 30
VIZIO VX42L 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 with the live program content in a small window in the lower left corner. Press the or button to scroll up or down - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 31
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 32
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 33
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 34
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 35
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 36
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 37
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual TV TUNER SETUP menu. 4.4.1 Tuner Mode When the MENU button is pressed, the On Screen Display (OSD) appears on the PICTURE adjustment page. Press the button to display the TV , press the MENU and buttons to open the TV TUNER SETUP menu and then press the button to - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 38
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 39
VIZIO VX42L 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 4/24/2007 39 www.VIZIO - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 40
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 41
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 42
VIZIO VX42L 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 password using the number buttons on the remote. Enter it a second time to confirm - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 43
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 44
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 45
VIZIO VX42L 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 - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 46
VIZIO VX42L 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 and be replaced by a small Color (Red, Green or Blue) Indicator Bar - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 47
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 48
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 49
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 4.17.1 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 50
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 4.17.3 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 51
your audio settings, your TV audio may be set to SAP, min or speakers off Press the Volume + (Up) key on your remote control Make sure that headphones are not connected If the screen is black. Check your input connections. Power is ON but no screen image. Make sure the video cable supplied with - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 52
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Problem cover the entire screen. Solution Display (OSD) are set correctly. If you are using TV, AV-C, AV-S or Component with 480i input, use the WIDE button on the remote control to scroll through various screen modes. You can see a picture but you cannot hear - Vizio VX42L | User Manual - Page 53
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 54
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 6.1 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 55
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 56
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 6.3 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 VX42L | User Manual - Page 57
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 VX42L HDTV10A User Manual TV Audio Adjust Balance, 34 Bass, 34 Simulated Surround Sound, 35 Speakers On
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VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual
Version 4/24/2007
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Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42L 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 VX42L
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 VX42L.
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