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...Licensing LLC. These plans give additional coverage during the standard warranty period. Write down the serial number located on your new VIZIO L42 High Definition LCD Television purchase. HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks of V, Inc. For assistance...is a registered trademark of mind and to purchase a plan. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your L42. A S L Purchase Date VIZIO is incorporated under license from your new VIZIO L42 High Definition Television. We hope you will experience many years ...
...Licensing LLC. These plans give additional coverage during the standard warranty period. Write down the serial number located on your new VIZIO L42 High Definition LCD Television purchase. HDMI logo and "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks of V, Inc. For assistance...is a registered trademark of mind and to purchase a plan. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of your L42. A S L Purchase Date VIZIO is incorporated under license from your new VIZIO L42 High Definition Television. We hope you will experience many years ...
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...remote controller. • If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer for the product. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to your home, ... or local power company. • The power cable must be replaced when using dropped or damaged appliances. Continued use in the User Manual. Keep these openings are unplugged before cleaning the L42 LCD HDTV. If any of the following rules should be operated only from the type...
...remote controller. • If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer for the product. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS This product is designed and manufactured to your home, ... or local power company. • The power cable must be replaced when using dropped or damaged appliances. Continued use in the User Manual. Keep these openings are unplugged before cleaning the L42 LCD HDTV. If any of the following rules should be operated only from the type...
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... antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. VIZIO L42 HDTV 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...
... antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. VIZIO L42 HDTV 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...
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... and that have at least 2 people to unpack and install the HDTV. Package Contents VIZIO L42 HDTV VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure Version 6/26/2006 4 www.VIZIOCE...
... and that have at least 2 people to unpack and install the HDTV. Package Contents VIZIO L42 HDTV VIZIO Remote Control by Universal Electronics AV Cable (Yellow, Red and White Connectors) Power Cord VIZIO Bezel and Screen Cleaning Cloth This User Manual Quick Setup Guide Registration Card VIP Services Brochure Version 6/26/2006 4 www.VIZIOCE...
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... must be installed on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. Install the TV in places with the correct power rating. The power consumption of the TV is ...-clockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage. VIZIO offers professional installation services. Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO L42 HDTV are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra...
... must be installed on these services at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623) Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV. Install the TV in places with the correct power rating. The power consumption of the TV is ...-clockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage. VIZIO offers professional installation services. Avoid installing the TV in landscape orientation; VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO L42 HDTV are sold separately Wall Mounts High Definition Cables Extra...
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...Gently pull the stand away from your specific mount to the TV. 3. Version 6/26/2006 6 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO L42HDTV can either be removed (see Figure B). Please make sure to read the instructions of the cables and cords from... can be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. Figure A 5. Figure B To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO L42HDTV, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.vizio.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Unplug all of your L42HDTV. 2.
...Gently pull the stand away from your specific mount to the TV. 3. Version 6/26/2006 6 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO L42HDTV can either be removed (see Figure B). Please make sure to read the instructions of the cables and cords from... can be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing. Figure A 5. Figure B To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO L42HDTV, browse VIZIO's certified mount selection at www.vizio.com or call directly 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623). Unplug all of your L42HDTV. 2.
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VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 9 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Side Panel Controls...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...12 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 15 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...15 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 15 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 16 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...16...
VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 9 1.1 Front Panel...9 1.2 Side Panel Controls...9 1.3 Rear Panel Connections ...10 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control ...12 1.4.1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 15 1.4.2 Remote Control Range ...15 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 15 Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 16 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use?...16...
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VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 4.4.7 Reset All Settings ...45 4.5 TV Tuner Setup ...46 4.5.1 Tuner Mode ...46 4.5.2 Auto Search...46 4.5.3 Skip Channel ...46 4.6 DTV Tuner Setup ...47 4.6.1 Tuner Mode ...47 4.6.2 Auto ...-In-Picture(PIP)/Picture-by-Picture(POP)Mode 55 4.14.4 Adjusting Basic PIP/POP Settings ...55 4.14.5 Setting the Sleep Timer ...56 4.15 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 57 4.15.1 Programming for VCR ...57 4.15.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...57 4.15.3 Programming for DVD Player ...58 4.15.4 Searching...
VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 4.4.7 Reset All Settings ...45 4.5 TV Tuner Setup ...46 4.5.1 Tuner Mode ...46 4.5.2 Auto Search...46 4.5.3 Skip Channel ...46 4.6 DTV Tuner Setup ...47 4.6.1 Tuner Mode ...47 4.6.2 Auto ...-In-Picture(PIP)/Picture-by-Picture(POP)Mode 55 4.14.4 Adjusting Basic PIP/POP Settings ...55 4.14.5 Setting the Sleep Timer ...56 4.15 Programming the VIZIO Universal Remote Control 57 4.15.1 Programming for VCR ...57 4.15.2 Programming for Cable Set-Top Box...57 4.15.3 Programming for DVD Player ...58 4.15.4 Searching...
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... up or down controls in the OSD menus. When the OSD is active, these buttons to the beginning. Version 6/26/2006 9 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - If a submenu is the window through which all of this button will return to...
... up or down controls in the OSD menus. When the OSD is active, these buttons to the beginning. Version 6/26/2006 9 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1.1 Front Panel Power LED - If a submenu is the window through which all of this button will return to...
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... cable for Digital TV.* 2. Version 6/26/2006 10 www.VIZIOCE.com Connect to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. SERVICE - 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Left Portion 1 2 VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 3 1. DTV - OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT -
... cable for Digital TV.* 2. Version 6/26/2006 10 www.VIZIOCE.com Connect to your area visit www.antennaweb.org. SERVICE - 1.3 Rear Panel Connections Left Portion 1 2 VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 3 1. DTV - OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT -
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...be connected directly to the L+R AUDIO here. . The blue color band on the rear of the device to here. HDMI 2 - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for composite video devices, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box here. The orange ... Use the white and red connectors to an external device, such as a home theatre system, external amplifier or stereo. Right Portion 4 5 6 VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 7 10 9 11 8 10 4. Connect the secondary source for digital video such as a DVD Player or set top box through this connection. ...
...be connected directly to the L+R AUDIO here. . The blue color band on the rear of the device to here. HDMI 2 - Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI-DVI cables are available for composite video devices, such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box here. The orange ... Use the white and red connectors to an external device, such as a home theatre system, external amplifier or stereo. Right Portion 4 5 6 VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 7 10 9 11 8 10 4. Connect the secondary source for digital video such as a DVD Player or set top box through this connection. ...
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.... INPUT - This button allows the user to the Standby mode. MUTE - These buttons turn the TV on from the Standby mode. VIZIO Remote Control Button Description SET - This button selects a programmed VCR. This button displays the image and system information display. These buttons navigate... (OSD). If the remote is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is not working with your chosen option in the DTV mode. POWER - Press it again to return...
.... INPUT - This button allows the user to the Standby mode. MUTE - These buttons turn the TV on from the Standby mode. VIZIO Remote Control Button Description SET - This button selects a programmed VCR. This button displays the image and system information display. These buttons navigate... (OSD). If the remote is a comprehensive remote that can be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1.4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is not working with your chosen option in the DTV mode. POWER - Press it again to return...
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.... Note: this button pauses the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual WIDE/Record - Additionally, this button rewinds the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Additionally, this button plays the ...
.... Note: this button pauses the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual WIDE/Record - Additionally, this button rewinds the CD, DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control. Additionally, this button plays the ...
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... Custom, Standard, Movie and Game. AUDIO - SWAP - and +) - RGB - Use these buttons to select the size of the picture will not be functional. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual ZOOM (- Press this button again the continue playing. Used to choose the PIP input. Version 6/26/2006 14 www.VIZIOCE.com Press the button...
... Custom, Standard, Movie and Game. AUDIO - SWAP - and +) - RGB - Use these buttons to select the size of the picture will not be functional. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual ZOOM (- Press this button again the continue playing. Used to choose the PIP input. Version 6/26/2006 14 www.VIZIOCE.com Press the button...
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VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of the batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. Precautionary Tips for a long period of the receiver window, 30° to undue physical ... Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Do not subject the remote control to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of time, remove the batteries. The effective range of...
VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1.4.1 Insertion of the batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations. Precautionary Tips for a long period of the receiver window, 30° to undue physical ... Inserting the Batteries: Only use the specified AA batteries. Do not subject the remote control to the left and right, 20° up and down. 1.4.3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of time, remove the batteries. The effective range of...
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.... Component 1/2 - The video signal is the most advanced for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. Note: For more sharply. The VIZIO L42HDTV has six different ways to the Quick Start Guide Version 6/26/2006 16 www.VIZIOCE.com DTV Coaxial RF. RGB PC (VGA) ...- Separating the color in this single pin connector. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? Connection Quality (type) Connector Rear Panel Color Codes Description Best (digital) Best...
.... Component 1/2 - The video signal is the most advanced for standard NTSC TV using antenna or cable. Note: For more sharply. The VIZIO L42HDTV has six different ways to the Quick Start Guide Version 6/26/2006 16 www.VIZIOCE.com DTV Coaxial RF. RGB PC (VGA) ...- Separating the color in this single pin connector. VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2.1 Which Video Connection Should I Use? Connection Quality (type) Connector Rear Panel Color Codes Description Best (digital) Best...
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...already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the VIZIO L42HDTV for another component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version... 6/26/2006 17 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the LCD HDTV and DVD player....
...already using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the VIZIO L42HDTV for another component, or you do not want to use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product. Version... 6/26/2006 17 www.VIZIOCE.com VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 2.2 Connecting Your DVD Player You have a digital interface such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) should be connected to the LCD HDTV and DVD player....
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... and the HDMI end to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the power to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV.... 2. For DVD Players with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your DVD player. 5. Using an...
... and the HDMI end to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with DVI: VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Select HDMI using the INPUT button on the power to the HDMI Input (white color area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV.... 2. For DVD Players with the HDMI input (white area) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 3. Turn off the power to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV, or directly by pressing the HDMI button on your DVD player. 5. Using an...
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... the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on your DVD player and connect the other end to your DVD Player (Better): VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Turn on your DVD player to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 6. ... nearest to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. Refer to the audio connectors...
... the Component 2 connections coded by pressing the Component button on your DVD player and connect the other end to your DVD Player (Better): VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Turn on your DVD player to you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 6. ... nearest to the corresponding Pr (red color) connector in the Component 1 group (green color area - 2.2.2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD player user manual for the DVD player, you when viewing from the rear of the TV) at the rear of the LCD HDTV. 4. Refer to the audio connectors...
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... (AV2) Connecting your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the S-Video output on your DVD Player (Good): VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Note: Refer to your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV2 group (red area) at the rear of the product. Connect... the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 5. Turn ...
... (AV2) Connecting your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the S-Video output on your DVD Player (Good): VIZIO L42 HDTV User Manual 1. Note: Refer to your DVD player to the S-Video jack in the AV2 group (red area) at the rear of the product. Connect... the S-Video jack on the rear of your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the LCD HDTV. 4. Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player. 5. Turn ...