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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 VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 2
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 VX42L LCD HDTV from damage due to power surges. • Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. Opening or removing the back - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 4
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 HDTV10A are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 5
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. To remove the stand base 1. Unplug all of the cables and cords from - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 6
VIZIO VX42L 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 Left Side Connections ...8 1.4 Rear Panel Connections ...9 1.5 VIZIO Remote Control...11 1.5.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 13 - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 7
Troubleshooting Guide ...51 5.3 Telephone & Technical Support ...52 5.4 Compliance ...53 5.5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement...53 Chapter 6 Miscellaneous Information 54 6.1 Specifications ...54 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ...55 6.3 Index ...56 Version 4/24/2007 7 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 9
1.4 Rear Panel Connections 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 - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 10
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1.5 VIZIO Remote Control VIZIO VX42L 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 - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 12
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual WIDE - This button cycles through the available screen formats. The options for SD (Standard Definition 4:3) are Normal, Zoom and Panoramic. . The options for HD (High Definition 16:9) and RGB PC are Normal and - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 13
and away from heat 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 using the remote control for a long period of time, remove the batteries - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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 Color - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 16
the rear of the HDTV. 3. Turn on the power to the HDTV and HDTV Set-Top Box. 4. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. Note: a) b) The HDMI input on the HDTV supports High-bandwidth Digital Content - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 17
-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 cable (white - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 20
) at the rear of the HDTV. 3. Turn on the power to the HDTV and DVD player. 4. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control. For DVD Players with DVI: Version 4/24/2007 1. Turn off the HDTV and DVD player - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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. 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 23
(white area) audio connectors at the rear 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 - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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. area) at the rear of the Plasma HDTV. This is active when receiving digital audio with the programs from the DTV/TV CABLE/ANTENNA input. Version 4/24/2007 24 www.VIZIO.com - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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. DNR Press the button to highlight DNR ( - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 37
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 4.3.5 Surround Press the button to highlight the Surround selection. Press the button to select for the simulated surround sound feature to be On or Off. 4.3.6 Speakers Press the button to highlight the Speakers selection. Press the button to turn the internal - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 39
VIZIO VX42L HDTV10A User Manual 4.5.5 Digital Closed Caption Style When selecting Digital Closed Caption you 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.com - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 selection. Press the button to turn-on or turn-off the blocking of programming - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 45
/ TV input in section 4.2 for Backlight, Contrast, Brightness and Color Temperature. 4.14.1 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 bright parts of a picture. 4. disappear and be replaced by a small - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 51
VIZIO VX42L 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | 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 VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 56
your DVD Player, 19 Connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box, 15 HDMI Input Audio Adjustment, 41 Picture Adjustment, 41 Setup, 41 I Inputs Antenna, 3 Connectors, 13 Rear Label, 9 Installation Base removal, 5 Preparation, 5 Safety Instructions, 2 Wall Mounting, 5, 24 O OSD Brightness Adjustment, 52 Closed - Vizio VX42LHDTV10A | User Manual - Page 57
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 VX42L HDTV10A User Manual TV Audio Adjust Balance, 34 Bass, 34 Simulated Surround Sound, 35
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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-
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We recommend you register your VIZIO VX42L
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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.
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plans
give
additional
coverage
during
the
standard warranty period.
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