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VlZtO GV42L FHDTV10A User Manual Dear VlZlO Customer, Congratulations on your new VlZlO GV42L FHDTVl0A 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 VlZtO GV42L FHDTVl0A Television. For assistance, please call 949-428-2525 mail us at techsupport@vizio.com or e- To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VlZlO LCD HDTV, please visit our website at www.vizio.com or call toll free at 888-VlZIOCE (888-849-4623). We recommend you register your VlZlO GV42L FHDTV10A 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, VlZlO offers onsite 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 GV42L FHDTVl 0A. Purchase Date VlZlO is a registered trademark of V, Inc. HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Manufactured Interface" are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Version 6/18/2007 1 www,VlZlO,com VlZtOGV42LFHDTV10A UserManual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent the product from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation, use and maintenance of the product. Read the following safety instructions before operating the display. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future • To avoid the risk of electric FHDTVIOA. • Unplug the power cord before cleaning the GV42L FHDTV10A. A damp cloth is sufficient use a liquid or a spray cleaner for cleaning the product. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Always use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to insure compatibility. • • • shock reference. or component damage, switch off the power before connecting other for cleaning When moving the GV42L FHDTVt0A from an area of low temperature to an area of high housing. Do not turn on the GV42L FHDTVIOA immediately after this to avoid causing fire, Do not place the GV42L FHDTV10A on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If the GV42L cause serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart or stand recommended by FHDTVIOA. components the GV42L to the GV42L FHDTVIOA. Do not temperature, condensation may form on the electric shock or component damage. FHDTVIOA falls, it can injure a person and the manufacturer or sold with the GV42L • A distance of at least 3 feet should be maintained between the GV42L FHDTVlOA and any heat source, i.e. radiator, heater, oven, amplifier etc. Do not install the product close to smoke. Operating the product close to smoke or moisture may cause fire or electric shock. • Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the FHDTVlOA and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place the FHDTVl 0A in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push any object circuit parts causing a The GV42L FHDTV10A power supplied to your The power cable must your dealer. The GV42L FHDTVIOA into a grounded power • • • the correct outlet, grounded GV42L GV42L into the slot on the GV42L FHDTVIOA cabinet. Do not place any objects on the top of the product. It could short fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids on the GV42L FHDTVIOA. should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of home, consult your dealer or local power company. be replaced when using different voltage from that specified in the User Manual. For more information, contact is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug, a plug with outlet as a safety feature. If your outlet does not accommodate or use an adapter to ground the appliance safely. DO a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit only the three-wire plug, have an electrician install defeat the safety not purpose of the plug. • Do not overload • • The wall socket shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Only the marked power source can be used for the product. Any power source other than the specified shock. • Do not touch the power cord during lightning. • Unplug the unit during a lightening from damage due to power surges. storm • Do not attempt to repair or service the product yourself. Opening or removing the back cover may expose you to high voltages, the risk of electric shock, and other hazards. If repair is required, please contact your dealer and refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Keep the product away from moisture. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into the product, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock. • • • power strips and extension cords. Overloading To avoid electric or when can result shock, in fire or electric avoid handling it will not be used for long period shock. the power one may cause fire or electric cord during electrical of time. This wil! protect storms. the GV42L FHDTV10A Do not use the product if any abnormality occurs. If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer immediately. Do not try to repair the product yourself. Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If the product is dropped and the housing is damaged, the internal components may function abnormally. Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your dealer for repair. Continued use of the product may cause fire or electric shock. • Do not install the product in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. humidity may cause fire or electric shock. • Follow instructions for moving the product. Ensure that the power connector and any other cables are unplugged before moving the product. Hold the power connector when removing the power cable. Pulling the power cable itself may damage the wires inside the cable and cause fire or electric shock. When the product will not be used for an extended period of time, unplug the power connector. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not touch the connector with wet hands. Insert batteries in accordance with instructions. Incorrect polarities may cause damage and leakage of the batteries, operator injury and contamination the remote controller. • • • • • Operating the product If any of the following occurs please contact the dealer: o The power connector fails or frays. o Liquid sprays or any object drops into the GV42L FHDTVIOA. o The Display is exposed to rain or other moisture. o The Display is dropped or damaged in any way. o The performance of the Display changes substantially. Operating environment. Temperature: 40°F - 95°F, Humidity: I0% - 90% non-condensing, Version 6/18/2007 2 www.VlZlO.com in environments Altitude: with heavy dust or high 0 - 650Oft (0 - 2000m) VtZtOGV42LFHDTV10A UserManual TeLevision External Antenna TeLevision ConneGbion Antenna Protection Groundinq 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 voltage surges and static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSt/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements of the grounding electrode. GROUNRCL,AMP ELEC_RtC SERVICE EQOJPM_;,iT Lightning _ POWER SERVICE 6ROL_RD|HG _LECTRODE SYSTEM _c _ z_ _:_ _1 Protection For added protection of the TV during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna 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 installation. Version 6/18/2007 3 www.VlZlO.com in the building VlZtOGV42LFHDTV10A UserManual Openinq the Packaqe Your VtZlO GV42L FHDTVl0A and it accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. Now you have opened the carton check that the GV42L FHDTVl 0A is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included. The GV42L FHDTVl0A weighs approximately 681bs and about 42" wide x 30" tall we strongly advise that you have at least 2 people to unpack and install the HDTV. The glass surface can easily be scratched or broken so please handle the product gently and never place the HDTV with the glass facing downwards on a surface without protective padding. IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping. Packaqe Contents VlZtO GV42L FHDTVl0A VlZtO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord Safety Strap VlZtO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VlP Services Brochure 2 Double AA Batteries for the Remote Control Warranty Card Version 6/18/2007 4 www.VlZlO.com VlZlOGV42LFHDTV10A UserManual GV42L Certified FHDTVI®A TV Accessories are sold separateLv Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VtZlO also offers FHDTVl0A Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VlZlO GV42L To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VlZlO product, visit our web site at www.vizio.com or call us toll free at 888-VIZlOCE (888-849-4623) Insbattation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VlZtO HDTV. The power consumption of the TV is about 280W, please use the power cord designated for TV. When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be defeated. The TV should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. For proper ventilation, you must allow space between the back of the TV and the wall. tf you would like to mount your TV on the wall, please see below 'Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting' for additional information. Avoid installing the TV in places with high humidity, dust or smoke so as not to shorten the service life of the electronic components. Install the TV in landscape orientation; any 90 ° clockwise or counter-clockwise poor ventilation and excessive component damage. installation may induce VlZlO offers professional installation services. Please contact VlZtO for more information services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) or www.vizio.com. Rttachinq the Satiety on these Strap For when the GV42L FHDTV10A is not mounted on the wall with a Wall Mount, a Safety Strap has been included to attach the HDTV to the wall to reduce the chance of the HDTV being pulled over. The Safety Strap should be used with common sense practice such as ensuring that children (or adults) do not climb up, grabbing the top of the HDTV and pulling it onto themselves. . . Fix one end of the strap to the wall. If you have a drywell finish it is preferable to fix it to a stud if it is a drywall finish, using a washer underneath the screw head. If you have a solid wall you should use a lag bolt, again using a washer under the nut. Fix the other end of the Safety Strap to one of the upper wall mounting holes on the back of the HDTV, using a washer under the screw head. Version 6/18/2007 5 www.VlZlO.com VlZlOGV42LFHDTV10A UserManual Preparinq Your Leo HOTV WaLL Nountinq The VlZlO GV42L FHDTV10A can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing, tf you choose to mount the GV42L FHDTVl0A on the wall, please follow the instructions below for removing the stand base. To find the perfect mount for the VlZlO GV42L FHDTVl0A, browse VlZtO's certified mount selection at www.VlZIO.com or call directly 888-VlZtOCE (888-849-4623). To remove the stand base 1. Unplug all of the cables and cords from your GV42L FHDTVl0A. 2. Place the GV42L FHDTVl0A face down on a soft and flat surface (blanket, foam, cloth, etc) to prevent any damage to the TV. 3. Pull the stand cover off by squeezing release the retaining plastic tabs. . the sides to 4. Remove the four (4) screws (screw's specs: M4, 0.7 Pitch, 15mm long) so that the stand base can be removed. 5. Gently base. remove the stand Now, the GV42L FHDTVl0A can fit securely to a mount (sold separately) by utilizing the mounting holes in the center of the back panel of the TV. Please make sure to read the instructions of specific mount to properly hang the GV42L FHDTVl0A. The pitch of the mounting holes is 600mm horizontally and 200mm vertically. The screws type required is metric: M8, 1.25 Pitch, 25mm long. To find the perfect mount for the VlZtO GV42L FHDTVl0A, www.vizio.com or call directly 888-VlZlOCE (888-849-4623). Version 6/18/2007 6 www.VlZlO.com browse VlZtO's certified mount selection at VlZtOGV42LFHDTV10A UserManual To memove the speakems If you wish to remove the attached speakers as well and use your Home Theatre System for the audio, please follow the procedure below. 1. Unplug the speaker wires from the GV42L FHDTVl 0A at the rear of the TV set by carefully pulling down on these two 5-DIN pin connectors. 2. Remove the four (4) screws that hold the right speaker in place and remove the speaker. The screws are identified by arrows molded into the plastic. After removing speaker, the screws could be left in place for future use if speaker needs to be reinstalled. . . Remove the aluminum nameplate from the front of the TV, between the speakers. Please make sure no to use excessive force since there are clips holding the plate which could break. Repeat step 2 for the left speaker. After removing speaker, the screws could be left in place for future use if speaker needs to be reinstalled. Note: Do not attempt to remove the nameplate without removing one of the speakers beforehand; plate will be easily removed after step 2 is done. Version 6/18/2007 7 www.VlZlO.com VtZtOGV42LFHDTV10A UserManual Relocate Detachable SpeaRems If you decide to relocate or place speaker's assemblies away from the TV set, it is recommendable follow the procedure or steps shown below. to 1. Select the place and then measure the distance from new location to the TV set. 2. Make sure that the extension cables follow the pattern shown below. 3. Please notice that you will need a female (5-pin) connector at one end and a male (5-pin) connector at the other end to make the speaker's cable extensions. WIRING TABLE 4. PLUG P1 WIRE COLOR CONNECTOR 1 Red P2 2 NC 3 Black 4 NC 5 NC Shell Drain Do not forget and make sure that color of the wire match to the designated patterns. P3 pin and hole's Note: This section is exclusive for TV owners who want to place the speakers away from the TV set. Version 6/18/2007 8 www.VlZlO.com VlZlOGV42LFHDTV10A UserManual TabLe of Contents ChBpt°er i Basic Contracts 8rid Oonneot°ioms ................................................................ ii 1.1 Front Bezel ........................................................................................................................................................ 11 1.2 Right Side Panel Controls ................................................................................................................................. 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ................................................................................................................................... 11 12 1.4 VlZlO Universal Remote Control ....................................................................................................................... 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control .............................................................................................. 14 17 1.4.2 Remote Control 1.4.3 VlZlO Universal Range .............................................................................................................................. Remote Control Precautions ........................................................................................... Chapter a Conneotinq 2.1 Which Video Connection 17 17 Equipment .................................................................................. 18 Should I Use? ............................................................................................................ 18 2.2 Connecting 2.2.1 Using 2.2.2 Using Your Cable or Satellite Box ............................................................................................................ HDMI ............................................................................................................................................... Component Video ............................................................................................................................ 19 19 21 2.3 Connecting 2.3.1 Using 2.3.2 Using Coaxial (RF) ................................................................................................................................... Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV ............................................................................................ Your Antenna or Cable for TV ......................................................................................................... 22 22 23 2.3.3 Using 2.4 Connecting 2.4.1 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR ......................................................................................... Your DVD Player ............................................................................................................................ HDMI ............................................................................................................................................... 23 24 24 Component Video ............................................................................................................................ S-Video (AVl) .................................................................................................................................. Composite (AV2) Video ................................................................................................................... 26 27 28 2.4.2 2.4.3 2.4.4 Using Using Using 2.5 Connecting 2.6 Connecting 2.7 Connecting 2.7.1 Preset 2.7.2 Your VCR or Video Camera ........................................................................................................... an external Receiver/Amp .............................................................................................................. a PC Computer .............................................................................................................................. PC Resolutions ............................................................................................................................... Resolution (1920x1080) through RGB (15-Pin VGA) Input ........................................................................ 29 30 31 32 32 Chapter 3 Settinq Up to Watch Te[euision ................................................................... 33 3.1 Basic LCD HDTV Start Up ................................................................................................................................ 33 3.2 Watching a TV Program .................................................................................................................................... 36 3.3 Adjusting Basic LCD HDTV Settings ................................................................................................................. 36 3.4 Program Information .......................................................................................................................................... Eh@ptem A Rdvanced Rd]ostment of HO'TV ................................................................... 4.1 Using the On Screen Display (OSD) ................................................................................................................. 4.2 DTV 1 TV Input Picture Adjustment .................................................................................................................... 4.2.1 Picture Mode ............................................................................................................................................. 37 38 38 39 39 4.2.2 Backlight .................................................................................................................................................... 4.2.3 Contrast ..................................................................................................................................................... 39 40 4.2.4 Brightness .................................................................................................................................................. 4.2.5 Color .......................................................................................................................................................... 40 40 4.2.6 Tint ............................................................................................................................................................. 40 4.2.7 Sharpness 41 4.2.8 Color 4.3 Advanced 4.3.1 DNR 4.3.2 Black 4.3.3 White ................................................................................................................................................. Temperature ..................................................................................................................................... Video ................................................................................................................................................ ........................................................................................................................................................... Level Extender ................................................................................................................................. Peak Limiter ..................................................................................................................................... 41 42 42 42 42 4.3.4 CTI (Color Transient intensity) ................................................................................................................... 4.3.5 Flesh Tone ................................................................................................................................................. 42 42 4.3.6 Adaptive Luma ........................................................................................................................................... 4.3.7 DCR (Dynamic Contrast Ratio) .................................................................................................................. 42 42 4.4 DTV 4.4.1 4.4.2 4.4.3 / TV Input Audio Adjustment ...................................................................................................................... Volume ...................................................................................................................................................... Bass ........................................................................................................................................................... Treble ........................................................................................................................................................ 4.4.4 Balance ...................................................................................................................................................... 4.4.5 Surround .................................................................................................................................................... 4.4.6 Speakers ................................................................................................................................................... 4.5 DTV / TV Tuner Setup ....................................................................................................................................... Version 6/18/2007 9 www.VlZlO.com 43 43 43 43 43 44 44 44 VlZtOGV42LFHDTV10A UserManual 4.5.1 Tuner 4.5.2 Mode ............................................................................................................................................... 44 Auto Search .............................................................................................................................................. 44 4.5.3 Skip Channel ............................................................................................................................................. 44 4.5.4 Digital Audio Out ........................................................................................................................................ 4.5.5 Time Zone ................................................................................................................................................. 45 45 4.5.6 Saving .......................................................................................................................................... 45 4.6 DTV / TV Input Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 4.6.1 Language ................................................................................................................................................... 4.6.2 Sleep Timer ............................................................................................................................................... 46 46 46 Daylight 4.6.3 Analog Closed Caption .............................................................................................................................. 4.6.4 Digital Closed Caption ............................................................................................................................... 4.6.5 Digital Closed Caption Style ...................................................................................................................... 46 46 47 4.6.6 4.6.7 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) .............................................................................................................................. H/V Position ............................................................................................................................................... 47 47 4.6.8 Reset All Settings 47 ...................................................................................................................................... 4.7 DTV / TV Input Parental Control ........................................................................................................................ 4.7.1 Channel Block ........................................................................................................................................... 48 48 4.7.2 TV Rating ................................................................................................................................................... 4.7.3 Movie Rating .............................................................................................................................................. Blocked Unrated Programming ........................................................................................................................... 49 50 50 4.7.4 Change the Password ............................................................................................................................... 4.8 HDMI Input Picture Adjustment ......................................................................................................................... 4.9 HDMI Input Audio Adjustment ........................................................................................................................... 4.10 HDMI input Setup ............................................................................................................................................ 50 51 51 51 4.11 Video 4.12 Video 52 52 input Picture Adjustment input Audio Adjustment ....................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................... 4.13 Video input Setup ............................................................................................................................................ 4.14 Video input Parental Control ........................................................................................................................... 4.15 PC Input Picture Adjustment ........................................................................................................................... 52 53 53 4.15.1 4.15.2 4.15.3 4.15.4 Auto Adjust .............................................................................................................................................. Backlight .................................................................................................................................................. Brightness ................................................................................................................................................ Contrast ................................................................................................................................................... 53 53 54 54 4.15.5 4.15.6 Color Temperature ................................................................................................................................... H-SIZE ..................................................................................................................................................... 55 55 4.15.7 4.15.8 4.15.9 H. Position V. Position Fine Tune 55 55 55 ............................................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................................................ 4.16 PC Input Audio Adjustment ............................................................................................................................. 4.17 PC Input Setup ................................................................................................................................................ 4.18 Understanding Viewing Modes ........................................................................................................................ 4.18.1 4.18.2 4.18.3 Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Mode .................................................................................................................. Using PIP/POP Feature ........................................................................................................................... How to select PIP/POP ............................................................................................................................ 4.18.4 Setting 4.19 Programming 4.19.1 4.19.2 4.19.3 the Sleep Timer ........................................................................................................................... the VlZIO Universal Remote Control ......................................................................................... Programming Programming Programming 4.19.4 Searching 4.20 Using a Cable for VCR ............................................................................................................................. for Cable Set-Top Box ....................................................................................................... for DVD Player .................................................................................................................. for Component Codes ............................................................................................................ or Satellite Remote .................................................................................................................. 56 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 62 62 63 63 63 Chapter S Maintenance amd Troub_eshootimq ............................................................. 5 4 5.1 Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 64 5.2 Troubleshooting Guide 5.3 Telephone & Technical 5.4 Compliance 5.5 FCC Class ...................................................................................................................................... Support ........................................................................................................................ ....................................................................................................................................................... B Radio Interference Statement ...................................................................................................... 64 66 66 67 Chapter 5 M_sGe_.[ameous h#ormat_om ........................................................................... 68 6.1 Specifications .................................................................................................................................................... 68 6.2 Glossary - Standard Definitions ........................................................................................................................ 6.3 Index ................................................................................................................................................................. 69 70 6.4 Component 72 Program Version 6/18/2007 Codes .............................................................................................................................. 10 www.VlZlO.com VlZtOGV42LFHDTV10A UserManual Chapter 1 Basic 101 Front Bezet Cantrats and Connections Power 'VlZlO' light - The VIZlO 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 the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the remote signal. 1.2 Riqht Side Panet Controts Power ( t,_ ) _ Switch the GV42L FHDTV10A on by pressing the button once. button again to the GV42L FHDTVl 0A off. Menu - This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD). pressing this button will return to the previous menu level. Press the If a sub-menu is active, (3 Channel &IT - Use these buttons to step up or down the TV channels. While the OSD is active, these buttons function as up and down controls in the OSD menus. ,_._ Volume
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