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... purchase. This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in which power savings will be achieved. Version 9/16/2010 1 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M421VT User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of Dolby Laboratories. THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS; We recommend you will increase power ...
... purchase. This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in which power savings will be achieved. Version 9/16/2010 1 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M421VT User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on the back of Dolby Laboratories. THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS; We recommend you will increase power ...
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...or electric shock. If you are provided for cleaning your HDTV. This may be sure these instructions in the literature accompanying your HDTV. 2 www.VIZIO.com Do not install your HDTV close to the presence of electric shock to persons. • The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is ...or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push any object into a grounded power outlet. Keep these openings are not blocked or covered. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to ground your HDTV safely.
...or electric shock. If you are provided for cleaning your HDTV. This may be sure these instructions in the literature accompanying your HDTV. 2 www.VIZIO.com Do not install your HDTV close to the presence of electric shock to persons. • The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is ...or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push any object into a grounded power outlet. Keep these openings are not blocked or covered. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to ground your HDTV safely.
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...internal components may cause fire or electric shock. • Do not install your HDTV if any way. Version 9/16/2010 3 www.VIZIO.com If your HDTV is dropped and the housing is exposed to leak which can damage the remote control or injure the operator. •... or electric shock. • Follow instructions for your HDTV during lightning. If repair is dropped or damaged in environments with instructions. VIZIO M421VT User Manual • Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can be installed near your HDTV in any abnormality occurs. Do not...
...internal components may cause fire or electric shock. • Do not install your HDTV if any way. Version 9/16/2010 3 www.VIZIO.com If your HDTV is dropped and the housing is exposed to leak which can damage the remote control or injure the operator. •... or electric shock. • Follow instructions for your HDTV during lightning. If repair is dropped or damaged in environments with instructions. VIZIO M421VT User Manual • Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can be installed near your HDTV in any abnormality occurs. Do not...
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..., ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M421VT User Manual FCC Bulletin for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
..., ANSI/NFPSA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M421VT User Manual FCC Bulletin for long periods of time, unplug the TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
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...Information Administration) http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will be complete on June 12, 2009, but your local ...sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will turn off their analog signal and switch to digital-only broadcasting. Version 9/16/2010 5 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M421VT User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required.
...Information Administration) http://www.ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will be complete on June 12, 2009, but your local ...sets that receive TV programming through an antenna will turn off their analog signal and switch to digital-only broadcasting. Version 9/16/2010 5 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M421VT User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required.
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VIZIO M421VT User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 FCC Bulletin for New TV ...CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 13 Front Panel ...13 Side Panel Controls...13 Rear and Side Panel Connections ...14 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 15 Installing the Batteries ...15 Activating Your Bluetooth Remote ...15 Remote Control Buttons ...16 Basic TV... Internet ...20 Select Input Source ...20 Watching a TV Program ...20 Viewing Digital TV Program Information 21 Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...22 CHAPTER 5 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT 23 Which Video Connection Should I Use 23 Connecting Your ...
VIZIO M421VT User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 FCC Bulletin for New TV ...CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 13 Front Panel ...13 Side Panel Controls...13 Rear and Side Panel Connections ...14 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 15 Installing the Batteries ...15 Activating Your Bluetooth Remote ...15 Remote Control Buttons ...16 Basic TV... Internet ...20 Select Input Source ...20 Watching a TV Program ...20 Viewing Digital TV Program Information 21 Exploring VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...22 CHAPTER 5 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT 23 Which Video Connection Should I Use 23 Connecting Your ...
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VIZIO M421VT User Manual Connecting a Computer...30 RGB (VGA) ...30 Using HDMI...30 Ethernet Connection...31 CHAPTER 6 USING VIA ...32 Connecting to the Internet ...32 Navigating the VIA Dock ...32 Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...33 Navigating Apps ...33 Adding Apps...33 Using Profiles ...34 Updating your...Settings ...48 PIP Menu ...49 PIP Mode ...49 Source...49 Position ...49 Size ...49 Audio ...49 Network Menu ...50 Wired Connection ...50 Manual Setup ...50 Wireless Connection ...50 Bluetooth Menu ...51 Help Menu ...52 System Info ...52 Reset TV Settings ...52 Clear Memory (Factory Default...
VIZIO M421VT User Manual Connecting a Computer...30 RGB (VGA) ...30 Using HDMI...30 Ethernet Connection...31 CHAPTER 6 USING VIA ...32 Connecting to the Internet ...32 Navigating the VIA Dock ...32 Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...33 Navigating Apps ...33 Adding Apps...33 Using Profiles ...34 Updating your...Settings ...48 PIP Menu ...49 PIP Mode ...49 Source...49 Position ...49 Size ...49 Audio ...49 Network Menu ...50 Wired Connection ...50 Manual Setup ...50 Wireless Connection ...50 Bluetooth Menu ...51 Help Menu ...52 System Info ...52 Reset TV Settings ...52 Clear Memory (Factory Default...
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VIZIO M421VT User Manual Bluetooth Troubleshooting ...56 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 56 Remote Control Troubleshooting ...57 Internet Connection Troubleshooting 57 Media Viewer Troubleshooting (Future Implementation 58 Telephone & Technical Support ...58 Compliance...59 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 59 CHAPTER 9 SPECIFICATIONS 60 M421VT Specifications 60 Preset PC Resolutions ...61 Resolution through RGB Input ...62 WARRANTY ...63 8 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO M421VT User Manual Bluetooth Troubleshooting ...56 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 56 Remote Control Troubleshooting ...57 Internet Connection Troubleshooting 57 Media Viewer Troubleshooting (Future Implementation 58 Telephone & Technical Support ...58 Compliance...59 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 59 CHAPTER 9 SPECIFICATIONS 60 M421VT Specifications 60 Preset PC Resolutions ...61 Resolution through RGB Input ...62 WARRANTY ...63 8 www.VIZIO.com
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Package Contents • VIZIO M421VT • VIZIO remote control VUR10 • AA batteries for the remote control (2) • Detachable base and thumb screws (4) • Power cord • VIZIO cloth • This user manual • Quick Setup Guide • Registration Card HDTV Accessories and Services ... and that all of the display. Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946). VIZIO M421VT User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are sold separately, including: • Wall mounts • High Definition...
Package Contents • VIZIO M421VT • VIZIO remote control VUR10 • AA batteries for the remote control (2) • Detachable base and thumb screws (4) • Power cord • VIZIO cloth • This user manual • Quick Setup Guide • Registration Card HDTV Accessories and Services ... and that all of the display. Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946). VIZIO M421VT User Manual Opening the Package Your HDTV and its accompanying accessories are sold separately, including: • Wall mounts • High Definition...
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...is about 92.23W. o When an extension cord is also compatible with the VIZIO logo at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or www.VIZIO.com. 10 www.VIZIO.com Contact VIZIO for more consistent connection depending on the conditions in your home environment See Network ...you can connect your TV to mount your wireless home network. VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV • Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. • The power consumption of...
...is about 92.23W. o When an extension cord is also compatible with the VIZIO logo at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or www.VIZIO.com. 10 www.VIZIO.com Contact VIZIO for more consistent connection depending on the conditions in your home environment See Network ...you can connect your TV to mount your wireless home network. VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding a Location for Your HDTV • Read this user manual carefully before installing your HDTV. • The power consumption of...
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... two top foam end caps. 3. Line up the stand neck (attached to the screen or throw objects at your HDTV. Version 9/16/2010 11 www.VIZIO.com Note: Make sure that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of the TV. The manufacturer's warranty does... from the foam end caps. 2. Caution: Do not apply pressure to the TV) with the stand base. 2. To unpack the TV and stand base: 1. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of debris to prevent the TV screen from getting scratched. Push the...
... two top foam end caps. 3. Line up the stand neck (attached to the screen or throw objects at your HDTV. Version 9/16/2010 11 www.VIZIO.com Note: Make sure that two people perform the setup and assembly due to the weight and size of the TV. The manufacturer's warranty does... from the foam end caps. 2. Caution: Do not apply pressure to the TV) with the stand base. 2. To unpack the TV and stand base: 1. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Attaching the TV Stand Note: We strongly recommend that the surface is free of debris to prevent the TV screen from getting scratched. Push the...
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... with your specific wall mount to the TV. 3. Wall Mounting Your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall, follow the instructions below. 1. b. b. VIZIO M421VT User Manual To remove the base stand 1. Unplug all cables from your HDTV on the wall for your HDTV (see illustration at www....VIZIO.com or call for support. 2. To find the perfect mount for viewing. Attach your HDTV to a wall mount (sold separately) using wall mounts different ...
... with your specific wall mount to the TV. 3. Wall Mounting Your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on the wall, follow the instructions below. 1. b. b. VIZIO M421VT User Manual To remove the base stand 1. Unplug all cables from your HDTV on the wall for your HDTV (see illustration at www....VIZIO.com or call for support. 2. To find the perfect mount for viewing. Attach your HDTV to a wall mount (sold separately) using wall mounts different ...
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... will show the current input selections. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR - When the OSD is active, these buttons to increase or decrease to the remote signal. The VIZIO name lights white when powered on and it will get dimmer after few seconds of the sequence. This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD... is displayed, Component input has been selected by mistake. . Press this window for the best response to the speaker volume. Version 9/16/2010 13 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M421VT User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER...
... will show the current input selections. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR - When the OSD is active, these buttons to increase or decrease to the remote signal. The VIZIO name lights white when powered on and it will get dimmer after few seconds of the sequence. This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD... is displayed, Component input has been selected by mistake. . Press this window for the best response to the speaker volume. Version 9/16/2010 13 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M421VT User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel POWER...
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... also has 802.11n wireless, so you can be connected directly here. 14 www.VIZIO.com RGB PC VIDEO-Connect the video from the computer to the PC AUDIO input ... connection for high definition image quality. 5. Composite (AV) content or signal can connect your TV to an external device, such as a Vizio Sound Bar, Home Theater System, external amplifier, or stereo system. 8. ANALOG Audio Out-Connect the audio from the HDTV speakers. 4. HDMI... access the Internet. And add connect a 1/8" mini plug stereo connector from a computer here. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Rear and Side Panel Connections 1.
... also has 802.11n wireless, so you can be connected directly here. 14 www.VIZIO.com RGB PC VIDEO-Connect the video from the computer to the PC AUDIO input ... connection for high definition image quality. 5. Composite (AV) content or signal can connect your TV to an external device, such as a Vizio Sound Bar, Home Theater System, external amplifier, or stereo system. 8. ANALOG Audio Out-Connect the audio from the HDTV speakers. 4. HDMI... access the Internet. And add connect a 1/8" mini plug stereo connector from a computer here. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Rear and Side Panel Connections 1.
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... and old batteries. Make sure that you interact with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment 3. Version 9/16/2010 15 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M421VT User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR / Bluetooth-enabled universal remote that lets you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the screen to your TV...
... and old batteries. Make sure that you interact with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment 3. Version 9/16/2010 15 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M421VT User Manual Chapter 3 VIZIO Remote Control Your new VIZIO HDTV comes with an IR / Bluetooth-enabled universal remote that lets you match the (+) and (-) symbols on the screen to your TV...
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...), HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, and RGB (VGA). Number Button Pad-Press to the active input (i.e. VOL ▲/▼-Press to launch the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Dock on your inputs when you set up or down . GREEN-Press to perform the same function as the "C" button on the...Device Power ( next to INPUT button)-Press to turn the sound on from open menus. MUTE-Press to your Cable/Satellite box. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will display the list of recorded programs. INFO-...
...), HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, HDMI-4, and RGB (VGA). Number Button Pad-Press to the active input (i.e. VOL ▲/▼-Press to launch the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Dock on your inputs when you set up or down . GREEN-Press to perform the same function as the "C" button on the...Device Power ( next to INPUT button)-Press to turn the sound on from open menus. MUTE-Press to your Cable/Satellite box. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will display the list of recorded programs. INFO-...
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...listen to music, and much more information about the VIA functions on your HDTV. Press to view settings for more . Version 9/16/2010 17 www.VIZIO.com Pause (II)-Press to stop playback/recording. Or, create a new App and add it to your pre-programmed DVR, DVD Player or Cable... Dock. See Using VIA on your TV in various Apps. Fast Reverse ( )-Press to start playback. Play (►)-Press to reverse playback. VIZIO M421VT User Manual -(DASH)-Press to insert a dash between different video screen sizes when the Sidebar is open to input letters and characters in order to use the...
...listen to music, and much more information about the VIA functions on your HDTV. Press to view settings for more . Version 9/16/2010 17 www.VIZIO.com Pause (II)-Press to stop playback/recording. Or, create a new App and add it to your pre-programmed DVR, DVD Player or Cable... Dock. See Using VIA on your TV in various Apps. Fast Reverse ( )-Press to start playback. Play (►)-Press to reverse playback. VIZIO M421VT User Manual -(DASH)-Press to insert a dash between different video screen sizes when the Sidebar is open to input letters and characters in order to use the...
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... control sensor, 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down. You can use your VIZIO remote control for more information on page 45 for all , check the batteries. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Making it Your Universal Remote The Setup App that runs when you first turn on your TV will...
... control sensor, 30° to the left and right, 20° up and down. You can use your VIZIO remote control for more information on page 45 for all , check the batteries. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Making it Your Universal Remote The Setup App that runs when you first turn on your TV will...
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... socket. 3. During the setup process you will: • Activate your new remote control for the first time. Don't connect them Version 9/16/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com We will automatically play and guide your thru the initial setup of your HDTV. Turn on your TV. Connect the power cord to the... you have a Cable/Satellite set-top box) • Connect your devices and set up your remote to your HDTV. Follow the on your new HDTV. 1. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that in the Setup App. 4.
... socket. 3. During the setup process you will: • Activate your new remote control for the first time. Don't connect them Version 9/16/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com We will automatically play and guide your thru the initial setup of your HDTV. Turn on your TV. Connect the power cord to the... you have a Cable/Satellite set-top box) • Connect your devices and set up your remote to your HDTV. Follow the on your new HDTV. 1. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in Setup App that in the Setup App. 4.
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...and you want to view is in the HDTV Settings App. Refer to Owner or User's Manual of INPUT on the remote control to change the channel. The VIZIO logo on page 43. 20 www.VIZIO.com The channel buttons will not work until the input associated with the device you will ... the channel which your device is plugged into the Ethernet port on setting up your Internet connection. When using HDMI, Component, or AV inputs. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet Set up white. 2. Your HDTV has 802.11n single-band wireless, so you...
...and you want to view is in the HDTV Settings App. Refer to Owner or User's Manual of INPUT on the remote control to change the channel. The VIZIO logo on page 43. 20 www.VIZIO.com The channel buttons will not work until the input associated with the device you will ... the channel which your device is plugged into the Ethernet port on setting up your Internet connection. When using HDMI, Component, or AV inputs. VIZIO M421VT User Manual Using your HDTV for the first time Connecting to the Internet Set up white. 2. Your HDTV has 802.11n single-band wireless, so you...