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2. 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 4 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Notice 1 The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 2 Shielded interface cables and AC power cord if any must be used in order to comply with the emission limits 3 The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such interference Version 7 6 2006 66 www VIZIOCE com Chapter VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 7 Miscellaneous Information 7 1 Specifications Resolution Pixel Dot Pitch 46 Diagonal 16 9 Aspect Ratio 1366 x 768 pixels 0 7455mm H x 0 7455mm V Display Compatibility HDTV 720P Signal Compatibility Colors Brightness Contrast Viewing Angle Inputs Outputs Features Speakers Panel Life Input Voltage Range Power Consumption Operating Non Operating Dimensions Net Weight Gross Weight Certifications 1x Co axial RF ATSC QAM NTSC 2x HDMI with HDCP 1 with Stereo Audio RCA 2x Component YPbPr plus Stereo Audio 1x RGB PC plus Stereo Audio 2x S Video plus Stereo Audio shar
3. Make sure batteries are inserted correctly work Batteries could be weak Make sure you have selected TV on the remote There appears to be image For best image quality view HD wide screen programs where possible If HD quality issues content is not available view Standard Definition from a digital source Standard analog TV will always be noticeably inferior to HD because your digital flat panel TV has video that is many times better than old TV s and so you can see interference and deficiencies you did not know you had You cannot see a picture Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a grounded electrical outlet Make sure that the power button is turned on Make sure that the selected input source is connected to a working input source If your TV is connected to your computer in RGB or HDMI mode press any key on your keyboard to wake your computer You see a distorted picture or You may be getting interference from electrical appliances cars motorcycles or hear unusual sound fluorescent lights If you have not mounted it on the wall try moving your TV to another location to see if this is the cause of the problem The picture has abnormal Make sure that the input source cable is attached securely and correctly to the back patterns of your TV Make sure that the video input source is within the range of your TV Compare the video input source s specifications with your TV specifications The display
4. Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting The VIZIO GV46LHDTV can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing If you choose to mount the GV46LHDTV 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 your GV46LHDTV 2 Place the GV46LHDTV face down ona P soft and flat surface blanket foam cloth etc to prevent any damage to the TV EE 3 Pull the stand cover off by squeezing the E a sides to release the retaining plastic tabs i e A E ee Remove the four 4 screws so that the stand base can be removed Gently remove the stand base 6 Now the GV46LHDTV 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 your specific mount to properly hang the GV46LHDTV To find the perfect mount for the VIZIO GV46LHDTV browse VIZIO s certified mount selection at www vizio com or call directly 888 VIZIOCE 888 849 4623 Version 7 6 2006 6 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual To remove the speakers 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 f IM GV46L at the rear of the TV WANNA AA BE l o bo T 2
5. 30 S Screen Size explanation 58 S Video Connecting your DVD Player 21 22 T Technical Specifications 67 Version 7 6 2006 70 VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Technical Support 65 Troubleshooting Guide 63 TV Picture Adjust Brightness 47 Color Saturation 48 Contrast 47 Custom Color 48 Hue Tint 48 Picture Mode 47 Sharpness 48 V Video Picture Adjust Brightness 47 Color Saturation 48 Contrast 47 Custom Color 48 Hue Tint 48 Picture Mode 47 Sharpness 48 W Warranty 73 Watching TV Adding or Deleting DTV Channels 38 Adding or Deleting TV Channels 33 Basic Adjustments 43 Basic connections 31 Closed Caption for DTV 39 Digital Audio Out 39 DTV Channel Information 44 DTV First Time Use 33 Getting your Programs 43 Parental Controls for DTV 41 Program Information 45 Selecting a DTV Channel Directly 13 Setting DTV Channels Automatically 34 Setting DTV Channels Manually 37 Setting TV Channels 32 TV First Time Use 31 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 7 4 Limited Product Warranty Please read this warranty card carefully it is a ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY on parts and labor and is only valid when purchased from an Authorized Reseller only on new and non refurbished product and available to customers in the Continental US Alaska Hawaii and Puerto Rico See below for the VIZIO Extended Service warranty VIZIO s Responsibility
6. AV1 AV2 Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 and TV Version 7 6 2006 64 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Tips for High Definition Users The LCD HDTV is an ideal platform for viewing High Definition Content Best Image Quality will be achieved by the HDMI Input then YPbPr then RGB However due to variances in broadcast practices it is possible some image distortions can occur Tips for Letterbox Content Users Letterboxed or Widescreen versions of DVD movies are most commonly formatted for standard 4 3 Televisions The LCD HDTV has the capability of expanding this content so the entire screen is filled at the expense of image accuracy To use this function press the ZOOM key on the remote control and cycle among the available options 6 3 Telephone amp Technical Support Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than a defective product that may result in unnecessary shipping charges billed to you Our trained support personnel can often resolve the problem over the phone For more information on warranty service or repair after the warranty period please contact our Support Department at the number below Customer support and quality service are integral parts of VIZIO s commitment to service excellence For technical assistance contact our VIZIO Technical Support Department via email or phone E mail techsupport vinc com Tel 714 668 0588 Hours of operations
7. 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 the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the remote signal 1 2 Side Panel Controls Power C Switch the GV46LHDTV on by pressing the button once Press the button again to the GV46LHDTV off Cie Menu This button activates the On Screen Display OSD If a sub menu is active pressing this button will return to the previous menu level Channel 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 O ea gt O CH w O Volume Use these buttons to increase or decrease to the speaker volume While the OSD is active these buttons function as left and right controls in the OSD menus lt p Dm v O lt o e ba a Q Input Enter Repeated pressing of this buttons steps through the input sources in the following sequence DTV TV RGB AV1 AV2 Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 Once you have stepped through the entire sequence you will return to the beginning Additionally when the OSD is active this button confirms the menu function to be adjusted When the OSD is not active pressing this button will display the current input
8. 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 3 Pull off the aluminum name plate from the front of the TV between the speakers Itis snapped in place 4 Remove the four 4 screws that hold the left speaker in place and remove the speaker Version 7 6 2006 7 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Basic Controls and CoOorcecCiore aaa 10 1 1 Front Panel ssiesssrssissrsennssasnininA inni ranS NEAS EENAA NENEKA EENE ETNE RERA TN EEEE TRENERE ENEA EAEE EEES EATER EEANN EASES 10 Lal Panel 6 911 1 aa maan EE E A AAO A E A a 10 1 3 Rear Panel Connections EE 11 1 4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control 13 1 4 1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control 16 1 4 2 Remote Control Range 16 1 4 3 VIZIO Universal Remote Control Precautions 111111 16 Chapter akon ELITE EEN 17 2 1 Which Video Connection Should IUsei cc ecccccseceeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseaeeeeseeeesaeeeeeesaaeeesaeneeesaees 17 2 2 Connecting Your RT 18 en U ORON EE 18 2 2 2 USING Component VideO E 20 2 2 0 Using S Video AV 2 EE 21 2 2 4 Using Composite AV Video 1100 01100m s EEEE rrr rn rrenan 22 2 3 Connecting Your HDTV Set Top Box 112 23 SE Umo eege 23 2 a2 USMO Component VideO AA AEE AE REN AEA OEE EAA 25 2 4 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera 26 2 5 Connecting Coaxial
9. When finished press the OK button to save and exit this setting The Contrast adjusts the white levels in the picture If the contrast is too low the picture will look washed out and if the contrast is too high you will not be able to see any detail in the bright parts of a picture Version 7 6 2006 49 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 4 Advanced Image Settings for TV and Video Press the MENU button then the G button to select the Image Settings menu Refer to section 4 2 Image Settings for TV and Video Inputs on page 47 Press the ToM button to highlight the Advanced selection and then press the OK button The Advanced Image Settings sub menu will be displayed 4 4 1 Noise Reduction Press the 4 or button to highlight Noise Reduction and then press the OK button The following sub menu options will be displayed Motion Motion Noise Reduction This feature Noise Reduction helps to remove picture noise caused by fast Sm Fleshtone moving video that may be present in the picture l Press OK and use thel or Di button to adjust the 7 SE feature Press OK to save and exit the adjustment Backlight Press the D button to exit the sub menu Digital Digital Noise Reduction This feature helps to remove picture noise caused by MPEG compression that may be present in the picture Press OK and use the 3 or G button to adjust the feature Press OK to save and exit the adjustment Press the D button
10. mode Version 7 6 2006 10 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 1 3 Rear Panel Connections Right Portion AC IN Cup SPEAKER 1 SERVICE 2 This custom communication port is for factory service only 2 DTV TV Connect to an antenna or cable digital cable for TV and Digital TV 3 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT When the DTV input is selected for viewing the digital audio associated with digital programming will be available on this SPDIF Optical connector for connection to your home theatre system The gray color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection 4 AC IN Plug in the supplied AC Power Cord here 5 SPEAKER Connection for left speaker For digital TV stations in your area visit www antennaweb org Version 7 6 2006 11 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Left Portion ite pur 1 Gouf mo OR 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 SPEAKER Connection for right speaker sub woofer SERVICE 1 This custom communication port is for factory service only HDMI 1 Connect the primary source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this all digital connector The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device use a DVI HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the device to the LR AUDIO here Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI DVI
11. www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual As Broadcaster The default style As Broadcaster is shown as selected This means that the style of the closed caption is as received from the TV channel This is usually acceptable If you want to change the style press the OK button and use the Ke or Lei button to select Custom Gi Caption Style Font Size Large dp db The Caption Style screen is now filled with many options to change the look of the Closed Caption information Please note this is only effective with BN SEOUL Solid digital channels and this has no effect on regular analog channels Font Color White Background Color Black Background Opacity Solid Window Color Black dp db lt gt 4b ib O Window Opacity Translucent DTV Tuner Setup Refer to Section 3 3 2 page 34 and follow the Closed Caption instructions to display DTV Tuner Setup menu pba Press the WJ or button to highlight Parental Control and press the OK button Version 7 6 2006 41 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Parental Control The Parental Control Password screen will be shown Using the number buttons on the remote control enter the four digit password The factory default password is 0 0 O O If you change the password section 4 8 2 Change Password on page 54 please make a note of it in a safe place Password Parental
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13. Blocked on this page Channels blocked on this page can only be Unblocked individually on this pace Version 7 6 2006 42 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 3 4 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 power button on the remote or on the side of the LCD HDTV The VIZIO logo on the Bezel will change from orange to white 2 There are 3 options for selecting your programming a If you are using an antenna or cable connected through the DTV TV CABLE ANTENNA input you can select TV directly by pressing the TV button on the remote or by pressing the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the LCD HDTV b If you are watching broadcasts through a cable or satellite set top box connected by an HDMI cable select HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 directly by pressing the HDMI button on the remote or by pressing the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the LCD HDTV c If you are watching broadcasts through a cable or satellite set top box connected by a Component YPbPr cable select Component 1 or Component 2 directly by pressing the Component button on the remote or by pressing the INPUT button on the remote or on the side of the LCD HDTV Note You should be able to see a picture If you do not make sure that a
14. DTV TV CABLE ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV Si Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV 4 Select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control 2 5 3 Using the Antenna or Cable through your VCR AC IN mm SERVICE 2 SPEAKER T Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR 2 Connect the Output to TV RF Out or Antenna Out connector on the rear of your VCR to the DTV TV CABLE ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3 Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR 4 select TV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control Note If you have an off air antenna or cable TV connect it to the Antenna In connector on the rear of your VCR Version 7 6 2006 28 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 2 6 Connecting an external Receiver Amp Dn SPEAKER B1JB WGODFEA io Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and Receiver Amp 2 Using an audio cable white and red connectors connect the cable to the audio input connectors on the Receiver Amp and connect the other end to the ANALOG OUT white area audio connectors at the rear of the LCD HDTV Audio Out Fixed Volume 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 Di
15. POP Settings The PIP channel is independent of the main TV channel To change the PIP channel press the PIP CH or button on the remote control Repeated pressing of the PIP button will cycle through PIP POP and Off Repeated pressing of the PIP INPUT button will cycle through the inputs for PIP This button has no effect when PIP is off Press the PIP SIZE button to alternate between Small and Large PIP sizes You can swap the program that is in the main picture with the program in the PIP sub picture To swap the main picture program with the PIP sub picture program press SWAP on the remote control If you press SWAP again it will return the program to the main picture This works the same if you are in the Picture by Picture POP mode Version 7 6 2006 59 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 11 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 2 Press the SLEEP button one or more times to select the time you want The choices are 30 60 90 or 120 minutes To turn off the sleep time using the remote control press the SLEEP button repeatedly until Off appears on the screen Version 7 6 2006 60 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Chapter 5 Programming the VIZIO Universal
16. or re installation of the unit Packaging and Shipping Instruction When you send the product to an authorized VIZIO service facility you must use the original carton box and packing material or an equivalent as designated by VIZIO Not Covered This warranty does not cover defects malfunctions or failures resulting from shipping or transit accidents abuse misuse operation contrary to furnished instructions operation on incorrect power supplies operation with faulty associated equipment modification alteration improper servicing tampering or normal wear and tear or TVs on which the serial number has been removed or defaced Image Sticking caused by operating at excessive brightness levels for extended periods or mishandling are not covered by this warranty ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH ABOVE OUR LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES AND DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER INCLUDING OUR NEGLIGENCE ALLEGED DAMAGE OR DEFECTIVE GOODS WHETHER SUCH DEFECTS ARE DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DISPLAY WE SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF USE COMMERCIAL LOSS OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE AB
17. supporting up to 4 devices see TV VCR CABLE DVD buttons at the top of the remote If the remote is not working with your VIZIO TU press the TV button on the remote to set the functions back to TV O 000000 OOOO Version 7 6 2006 13 CH www VIZIOCE com WIDE Record This button cycles through the available screen formats The options are Wide Normal Zoom Panoramic Note in RGB PC mode the options are 4 3 and 16 9 This button also functions as VCR Record when the component is activated with the remote control SLEEP Pause This button allows the user to select the sleep options by adjusting the timer in 30 minute increments up to 120 minutes Additionally this button pauses the CD DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control MTS Play This button will select the MTS options of Stereo SAP or Mono in TV mode and alternate audio channels where available in DTV mode Additionally this button plays the CD DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control CC Stop Use this button will set the Closed Caption mode when viewing a DTV or TV channel Note To set the default Closed Caption setting for all channels see Section 3 3 6 Closed Caption for DTV on page 39 For DTV the options are CC1 CC2 CC3 CC4 Service1 or Service2 For TV and AV the options are On or Off Additionally this button stops the CD DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the re
18. this j e Erom Channel aan screen To Channel Note If the OK button is pressed then the automatic scanning will start again Version 7 6 2006 37 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 3 3 4 Adding or Deleting Skipping DTV Channels To select a DTV channel to be skipped when channel surfing with the CH buttons or to be added to these feature follow this procedure 4 Follow the steps in Section 3 3 2 page 34 to display the DTV Tuner Setup menu Press the button to highlight Channel Skip Press the OK button 5 The list of channels available and stored in memory is shown on the screen If the list is longer than 8 channels as you repeatedly press the Ze button you will be able to scroll through to see them all The boxes to the right of the channel names are empty by default button each one is highlighted in turn When a channel you want to skip is highlighted press the OK button and a el check mark will appear in the box a opposite that channel This means that E E SW 6 As you scroll down the channels with the D when surfing with the CH or CH buttons this channel will be skipped and not displayed If you wish to add a channel that is being skipped highlight the channel and press the OK button to make the check mark disappear Press EXIT to navigate away from this screen when finished Version 7 6 2006 38 www VIZIOCE com Time Zone East
19. to exit the sub menu 4 4 2 Fleshtone Press the 8 or Dei button to highlight Fleshtone and then press OK Press the EJ or button to choose from Off Low Moderate or High 4 4 3 Dynamic Contrast Press the Wor Zei button to highlight Dynamic Contrast and then press OK Press te or button to choose from 1 minor to 3 strong O is off 4 4 4 Backlight Press the 4 or button to highlight Backlight and then press OK Press the 4 or button to choose from High Medium or Low Noise Reduction The Backlight level does not affect the Brightness Mme Fleshtone black level or Contrast white level of the picture it adjusts the lamp current and this affects the a overall brilliance of the picture Backlight Dynamic Contrast Version 7 6 2006 50 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 5 Advanced Image Settings for PC Press the MENU button then the G button to select the Image Settings menu Refer to section 4 2 Image Settings for TV and Video Inputs on page 47 Press the TE button to highlight the Advanced selection and then press the OK button The Advanced Image Settings sub menu will be displayed 4 5 1 Auto Adjustment Press the 8 or button to highlight Auto Adjustment and then press the OK button The HDTV will now automatically set the position and size of the PC picture engm A Image Position aa Na ba BAE a zge Image setings J Auto Adjustment a Phase 4 5 2 Ima
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21. 06 22 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 2 3 Connecting Your HDTV Set Top Box 2 3 1 Using HDMI HDTV Set Top Boxes that have a HDMI digital interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the LCD HDTV for optimal results Note To maintain the display quality use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable that is 10 meters or less See www vizioce com or call 1 888 VIZIOCE 1 888 849 4623 for details Connecting your Set Top Box Best DU ama WW 1 Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set Top Box 2 Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your HDTV Set Top Box and the other end to the HDMI 1 Input white color area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3 Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set Top Box 4 Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control The HDMI input on the LCD TV supports High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for added security and protection If you are already using the HDMI 1 input for another component or you do not want to use the HDMI 1 input for the Set Top Box you can connect the Set Top Box to the HDMI 2 connection Refer to your HDTV Set Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator V
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24. 6 00am 6 00pm PST Monday Friday 10 00am 2 00pm PST Saturday Sunday Please have your VIZIO model number serial number and date of purchase available before you call VIZIO 320A Kalmus Drive Costa Mesa CA 92626 Tel 714 668 0588 Fax 714 668 9099 Web www VIZIOCE com Version 7 6 2006 65 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 6 4 Compliance Caution Always use a power cable that is properly grounded Please use the AC cords listed below for each area USA UL Canada CSA Germany VDE UK BASE BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act 6 5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures 1 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
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26. AA AA 47 EE 47 4 2 4 Saturation La 48 e AA APR 48 EE ee 48 AA GUS CON EE 48 43 mage ceilings Tor PO mana AABANG AA AA NAO 49 AGA Le ES AA AA AA 49 EE 49 4 4 Advanced Image Settings for TV and Video 071000001 50 4 4 1 Noise Reduction sana GAN ITA AA GAAN AA AA AA 50 AA ZFlesbtone 1 Na 50 Version 7 6 2006 8 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 44 3 Dynamic EEN 50 AAA BACIONE E 50 4 5 Advanced Image Settings for PC 51 do AO Red e Aa AA aa GN 51 le Ee E e VE 51 AO E 51 4 5 4 Clocks Une 51 4 5 5 Color TEMP a AA AA ne AA NAA AA AALSA 51 E Te AA HA 52 Sg BCE eN AA RN 52 e EE Ee e AO kaa A NOE ribns NAGA kieke n eri ribari In E ANa r karke AA noche mane 52 4 6 2 PIP PDciure Jn bcture 1 52 e DE Ee De yo 1 11 9 6 AA AA AA KA AA AA 53 All EE 53 E E o P APETI TE E A E EA AA EA ETAT Do GA ne 53 Al RP EE 53 Ee tun EE 53 ALO PCA AA E E A AA 53 E Lie eee E E E E PA AA 53 4 8 Parental Controls nrerin e rrr erEn Arrr errr n rrr enere nEn e nnne rnnr nren n reeni 54 CN NING a E er eee ee eee eee eee GAGO 54 4 8 2 Change 5 ONG RE 54 AO 8 Clear Pill EE 54 AAP E IN E 54 PEO MOVIE TAMING AA a b5 ee EE eege b5 Ao Setting a ASS WON E 56 4 8 8 Resetting the Password aimi DAA TIA AA 56 4 9 Setup for Video and be 57 ES Ny MAO AA AA Of AO 2A FACTO RESE ieia E E E curb PA EE E EEEE E a 57 Ama LO eegene 57 4 9 4 Firmware VETSION geegent DAAN DAD NA EE b7 4 9 5 Closed Canton 57 49 6 Closed Caption o
27. Audio Out and press OK Press the 4 or button to choose from Fixed Volume or Variable Volume When finished press OK Fixed Volume sets a fixed Line Out signal and you use the Receiver Amp to control the volume Variable Volume allows you to adjust the volume using the HDTV volume control Note This option is only available when the internal speakers are turned off Version 7 6 2006 53 CH www VIZIOCE com 4 8 Parental Controls VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual When the MENU button is pressed the On Screen Display OSD appears on the Image Settings page Press the TY button to change to the Parental Controls page Press the OK button and the first of the 4 Password boxes will be highlighted Enter the 4 digit password using the number buttons on the remote 4 8 1 Settings The Parental Controls menu changes and the Settings option is highlighted Press the OK button Jump to Section 4 8 4 TV Rating 4 8 2 Change Password Press the 4 or Lei button to highlight Change Password and press OK Jump to Section 4 8 7 Setting a Password on page 56 4 8 3 Clear All Press the 4 or ei button and press OK Press the 4 or ei button to select Yes and press OK Everything will be Unblocked except DTV blocked channels to highlight Clear All 4 8 4 TU Rating The page selections change and TV Rating is highlighted Press the OK button Version 7 6 2006 www VIZIOCE com 54 Parental Controls Ple
28. Control Channel Block gt Once the correct password has been entered the option for blocking channels becomes available Press OK to continue or press to go back up e e Channel Block 4 1 NBC4 LA 4 2 WX Plus The list of channels available and stored in memory is shown on the screen If the list is longer than 8 channels as you repeatedly press the Lei button you will be able to scroll through to see them all The boxes to the right of the channel names are empty by default 4 4 Coming 5 1 KTLA D1 5 2 TUBE 5 3 KTLA D2 ooon on o o oe 7 1 KABC HD Scrolling down the channels with the button highlights each channel in turn When a channel you want to block is highlighted press the OK button and a lock symbol IS will appear in the box opposite that channel This means that when this channel is selected a password request panel will appear on the screen and you will not be able to view this channel without first entering the password To Unblock a channel highlight it and press the OK button The lock symbol IG will disappear Q Channel Block 2 1 KCBS DT 4 1 NBC4 LA 4 2 WX Plus 4 4 Coming 5 1 KTLA D1 5 3 KTLA D2 moog n Oo QO Press EXIT to navigate away from this screen when finished O O 7 1 KABC HD A B Le 3 Ng B Le g KI Ng NOTE If you use the Clear All Function on the Parental Controls menu it will NOT clear any channels that are selected as
29. DCDi by Faroudja is a registered trademark of Genesis Microchip Inc Version 7 6 2006 1 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 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 reference To avoid the risk of electric shock or component damage switch off the power before connecting other components to the GV46L LCD HDTV Unplug the power cord before cleaning the GV46L LCD HDTV A damp cloth is sufficient for cleaning the GV46L LCD HDTV Do not 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 When moving the GV46L LCD HDTV from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature condensation may form on the housing Do not turn on the GV46L LCD HDTV immediately after this to avoid causing fire electric shock or component damage Do not place the GV46L LCD HDTV on an unstable cart stand or table If the GV46L LCD HDTV falls it can injure a person and cause serious damage to the ap
30. DN to return to the previous menu Movie PG 13 Unblocked Movie R Unblocked Movie X Unblocked Unblocked 4 8 6 Block Unrated Press the 4 or fei button to highlight Block Unrated and press OK oy Soc oe Press the 8 orf button to choose Yes and press OK Movies and Programs that do not have a rating will be Blocked Movie Rating Version 7 6 2006 55 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 8 7 Setting a Password The default password is 0000 You can change 5 the password to any four digit number Please enter new password Enter your new the 4 digit password using the 3 e gt C number buttons on the remote Please re enter new password Enter your new password again e e C C g Press OK 4 8 8 Resetting the Password When the MENU button is pressed the On Screen Display OSD appears on the Image Settings page Press the Lei button to change to the Parental Controls page Press the OK button and the first of the 4 Password boxes will be highlighted Press the AIC buttons in this exact sequence Press the OK button The password has now been reset to 0000 and the following message will appear Your Password has been reset to 0000 Version 7 6 2006 56 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 9 Setup for Video and PC When the MENU button is pressed the On Screen Display OSD appears on the Image Settings page Press the Lei
31. M Tavis Smiley Today 11 30 AM Lite amp Times Today 12 00 PM Soundstage Today Los Ninos En SU Casa 9 00 AM 10 00 AM Fri 9 Sep Coney Island Lion Legacy of a Doll Ballet Shoes 28 1 KCET HD Press the D Or gt button to scroll up or down the channels Each time you pause at a channel the program list will update with the program schedule for the channel and the window will show the live program for that channel Press the GUIDE button to exit this feature Version 7 6 2006 45 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Chapter 4 Adjustment of the 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 brightness and other settings The TV will save changes made to the settings even if the TV is turned off The OSD consists of several menu options Image Settings Display Settings Audio Adjust Parental Controls and Setup The main menu options may very depending on your selected input source Note Some of the main menu options may have additional submenus i e the TV Rating submenu for Parental Controls 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control or the side of the TV and the Image Settings menu will be shown on the screen Picture Mode Custom Brightness Contrast 2 Press the 4 or button on the remote control or the EE CH t o
32. OVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This is the only warranty applicable no one is authorized to extend or modify it or to grant any other warranty VIZIO retains the right to assess all warranty claims and to determine if damages are covered by the warranty In case of a claim that is not covered by the warranty you will be contacted to determine whether VIZIO should repair the damage for a fee or whether the product should be returned to you as received by the repair center Owner s Responsibility Effective Warranty Date Warranty begins on the date of sale to the end user To ensure warranty service keep the dated bill or sale receipt as evidence of the purchase date Warranty Service For warranty service information contact VIZIO Customer Support at 714 668 0588 7 30 am to 5 30 pm PST or visit www vizioce com Parts and service labor that are VIZIO s responsibility see above will be provided without charge Other service is at the owner s expense You must provide the model serial number and date of purchase Before you ask for warranty service read your User Manual You might avoid a service call Warranty conditions are subject to change for latest Warranty Terms and Conditions and additional information regarding your warranty please see complete details online at www VIZIOCE com 7 4 1 VIZIO Ex
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34. Remote Control You can program the remote control to work with up to four different pieces of equipment including your VIZIO GV46L HDTV Listed below are the steps for programming your VCR Cable Box and DVD Player 5 1 1 Programming for VCR Hon e Manually turn on the VCR Press the VCR button on the remote control Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED LIGHT flashes twice Find the programming code for your VCR in the code list in the back of this book and enter it using the Number Buttons If the code is accepted the LED flashes twice after the last digit is entered If the LED does not flash twice repeat Steps 2 through 4 with the next code listed for the component and manufacturer Point the remote control at the VCR and press the POWER button The VCR will turn off If your VCR does not respond try all the codes for your VCR brand If the codes do not work or your brand is not listed see Searching for Component Codes Sometimes a code listed will only include limited functions Try other codes that may include more functionality 5 1 2 Programming for Cable Set Top Box SC Go Ng ES Manually turn on the Cable Box Press the CBL button on the remote control Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED LIGHT flashes twice Find the programming code for your Cable Box in the code list in the back of this book and enter it using the Number Buttons If the code is accepted the LED flashes twice after the l
35. Skip Digital Audio Out Scan 7 Press the 4 or 9 button onthe remote 3 Time Zone Eastern Time control to select Cable Air Auto EE The default selection is Auto This means that the TV will scan for nn NA antenna and cable channels and takes the BR Auto Manual Scan most time If you have an antenna connected choose Air or if you have cable Channel Skip connected choose Cable and the TV will Digital Audio Out take less time in searching for channels Version 7 6 2006 35 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Time Zone Eastern Time 8 Press the gt button to select this option Cable Air Auto f Using the 4 or ei button select Cable if you are using cable out of the wall Air if Wi you are using an antenna eet PAA Press the 3 button to save and exit this e Channel Skip option ER Ae Digital Audio Out Time Zone Fastern Time Cable Air Auto Auto 9 Press the button to highlight Scan a Press the OK button to activate Note BY Manual Scan This will take a few minutes to complete Ko Channel Skip Digital Audio Out Status Scanning Channels Found 0 10 Once Auto Scan has finished you will be a returned to the previous menu Note If SH you press OK the Auto Scan process will Ku start again Version 7 6 2006 36 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 3 3 3 Setting DTV Channels Manually If you feel that not all of the available
36. V or directly by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control If you are already using the Component 1 input for another component or you do not want to use the Component 1 input for the Set Top Box you can connect the Set Top Box to the Component 2 connections coded by the orange area Refer to your HDTV Set Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product or consult your cable or satellite operator Version 7 6 2006 25 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 2 4 Connecting Your VCR or Video Camera AD sence 1 1 Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR or Video Camera 2 Connect the S Video jack on the rear of your VCR or Video Camera to the S Video jack red area in the AV1 group yellow area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3 Using an audio cable white and red connectors connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the S Video output on your VCR or Video Camera and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the AV1 input yellow area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 4 Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and VCR or Video Camera 5 Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the AV button on the Remote Control If you are already using the AV1 input for another component or you do not want to use the AV 1 input for the VCR or Video Camera you can connect the VCR
37. VIZIO Displays purchased in the United States are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of their original retail purchase If the unit fails to conform to this warranty we will service the monitor using new or refurbished parts Service Labor During a period of one 1 year from the effective warranty date VIZIO will provide when needed service labor to repair a manufacturing defect at its designated Service Center To obtain warranty service in the Untied States you must first call our Customer Support at 714 668 0588 The determination of service will be made by VIZIO Customer Support PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO VIZIO WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION Parts New or remanufactured replacements for defective parts will be used for repairs by VIZIO at its designated Service Center for one 1 year from the effective warranty date Such replacement parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period Service During the one 1 year warranty period VIZIO will at its option and sole discretion repair or replace defective parts including replacement of the entire Panel The Customer will be required to ship the unit to the Service Center indicated at the time Customer Support is contacted to make the necessary repairs you are responsible for all transportation charges to and from the service facility VIZIO is not responsible for the de installation
38. VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual VIZIO Dear VIZIO Customer Congratulations on your new VIZIO GV46L 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 GV46L High Definition Television For assistance please call 714 668 0588 or e mail us at techsupport vinc com To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO LCD HDTV please visit our website at www vizioce com or call toll free at 888 VIZIOCE 888 849 4623 We recommend you register your VIZIO GV46L HDTV either at our website www vizioce com or fill in your registration card and mail it in For peace of mind and to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty VIZIO offers on site extended warranty service plans These plans give additional coverage during the standard warranty period Visit our website or call us to purchase a plan Write down the serial number located on the back of your GV46L Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of V Inc SRS IruSurround XT SRS and C symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC
39. adjusting a color press the OK button to save and exit the color selected Press the J button to return to the Image Settings menu Version 7 6 2006 48 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 3 Image Settings for PC 4 3 1 Brightness When the MENU button is pressed the On Screen Display OSD appears on the Image Settings Contrast page Press the G button to highlight the Brightness selection Brightness Press the OK button to access this selection Advanced The menu page will disappear and be replaced by a smaller Brightness Indicator Bar so you can see the brightness level between the minimum 0 and maximum 100 levels Use the button to reduce the brightness and the gt button to increase the brightness When finished press the OK button to save and exit this setting Brightness es NMGWA 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 will look washed out 4 3 2 Contrast Press the 4 or button to highlight Contrast and then press the OK button to access this selection The menu page will disappear and be replaced by a smaller Contrast Indicator Bar so you can see the contrast level between the minimum 0 and maximum 100 levels Use the 9 button to reduce the contrast and the C button to increase the contrast
40. and These buttons are used to select the channels within the PIP screen when DTV TV is the PIP input selected AUDIO Press this button to switch the audio from the main screen to the sub screen while in PIP or POP mode PIP INPUT Press the button to choose the PIP input Note The TV must be in PIP POP mode for this button to be functional For additional information regarding the PIP POP options see section 4 10 2 Picture In Picture PIP Picture by Picture POP Mode page 59 PIP SIZE Press this button to select the size of the PIP screen from one of the following small medium or large MODE Use this button to change the picture mode from Custom Vivid Movie Game and Sport SWAP Used to swap the inputs from the main screen and the sub screen while in PIP POP mode Version 7 6 2006 15 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 1 4 1 Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control Insert two AA batteries into the remote control Make sure that you match the and symbols on the batteries with the and symbols inside the battery compartment Re attach the battery cover Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries Only use the specified AA batteries Do not mix new and old batteries This may result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or leakage th
41. and your DVD player 4 Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control If you are already using the HDMI 1 input for another component or you do not want to use the HDMI 1 input for the DVD player you can connect the DVD player to the HDMI 2 connection Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product Version 7 6 2006 18 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual For DVD Players with DVI 1 Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player 2 Using a HDMI DVI cable connect the DVI end to your DVD player and the HDMI end to the HDMI 1 Input white color area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3 Using an audio cable white and red connectors connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the HDMI 1 input white area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 4 Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and your DVD player 5 Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control If you are already using the HDMI 1 input for another component or you do not want to use the HDMI 1 input for the DVD player you can connect the DVD player to the HDMI 2 connection Refer to your DVD
42. as Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product Version 7 6 2006 21 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 2 2 4 Using Composite AV Video Connecting your DVD Player Good 1 Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player 2 Connect the Video yellow color connector on your DVD player to the Video yellow color connector in the AV1 group yellow color area row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3 Connect the R red color and L white color audio connectors on your DVD player to the corresponding R red color and L white color audio input connectors in the AV1 group yellow color area row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV at the rear of the LCD HDTV 4 Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD Player 5 Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the AV button on the Remote Control Note a Ifyou are already using the AV1 input for another component or you do not want to use the AV1 input for the DVD player and you are not using the S Video input for another component you can connect the DVD player to the AV2 connections coded by the orange area b Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product Version 7 6 20
43. ase enter password DIDIDIR Unblocked Password TV Rating Movie Rating Unblocked Block Unrated No Parental Controls Change Password Clear All Parental Controls Movie Rating Block Unrated VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Press the 4 or button to highlight the rating you want to block and press OK You can select from the following ratings lt e TV Youth all children nane e TV Youth 7 older children rota TV Youth 7 SEHR nd e TV G general audience TV G Unblocked e TV PG guidance suggested e men pure ER E e TV 14 strongly cautioned bg e TV MA mature audience cy TV 14 Unblocked e Unblocked gt a TV MA Unblocked amp Press the 4 or button to select Blocked or Unblocked Press OK to save and exit Press p to return to the previous menu Unblocked 4 8 5 Movie Rating Press the or button to highlight Movie Rating and press OK Press the 4 or button to highlight the rating you want to block and press OK You can select from the following ratings e Movie G General audience eee e Movie PG Parental guidance suggested Ca Movie PG Unblocked e Movie PG 13 Recommended for children 13 years of age and older Movie R mature audience 3 Movie NC 17 no one under 17 years of age 6A Movie NG 17 Unblocked Movie X no one under 17 years of age d e Unblocked Press the 4 or button to select Blocked or Unblocked Press OK to save and exit Press
44. ast digit is entered If the LED does not flash twice repeat Steps 2 through 4 with the next code listed for the component and manufacturer Point the remote control at the Cable Box and press the POWER button The Cable Box will turn off If your Cable Set Top Box does not respond try all the codes for your brand If the codes do not work or your brand is not listed see Searching for Component Codes Sometimes a code listed will only include limited functions Try other codes that may include more functionality Version 7 6 2006 61 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 5 1 3 Programming for DVD Player 1 Manually turn on the DVD Player 2 Press the DVD button on the remote control 3 Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED LIGHT flashes twice 4 Find the programming code for your DVD player in the code list in the back of this book and enter it using the Number Buttons If the code is accepted the LED flashes twice after the last digit is entered If the LED does not flash twice repeat Steps 2 through 4 with the next code listed for the component and manufacturer 5 Point the remote control at the DVD Player and press the POWER button The DVD Player will turn off If your DVD player does not respond try all the codes for your brand If the codes do not work or your brand is not listed see Searching for Component Codes Sometimes a code listed will only include limited functio
45. at may pose a fire risk or lead to personal injury Dispose of the batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations Keep the batteries away form children and pets 1 4 2 Remote Control Range Point the remote control at the remote control sensor to transmit the commands Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the receiver window The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet 10 meters from the front of the receiver window 30 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 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 Do not take the batteries apart heat them or throw them into a fire Do not subject the remote control to undue physical stress such as striking or dropping it Do not attempt to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent Wipe it with a clean damp cloth Version 7 6 2006 16 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Chapter 2 Connecting Equipment 2 1 Which Video Connection Should Use The VIZIO GV46LHDTV has six different ways to connect your video equipment from a basic connection to the most advanced for digital disp
46. button to change to the Setup page 4 9 1 Language Press the 4 or button to highlight Language Closed Caption gt and press OK Press the aj Or KA button to Language English choose English Espa ol or Fran ais and press O OK to save your choice Factory Reset No Image Cleaner 4 9 2 Factory Reset Press the 4 or Lei button to highlight Factory Reset and press OK Press the 4 button to choose Yes and press OK The HDTV settings will be changed back to those it was programmed with in the factory Note Factory Reset does NOT reset the Parental Controls password 4 0 3 Image Cleaner Not necessary for your GV46L HDTV If the HDTV is left on for long periods weeks some ghost images may be seen and to remove them power off the HDTV overnight and they will disappear Firmware Version V0 9 29 4 9 4 Firmware Version Displays the version of firmware operating your HDTV 4 9 5 Closed Caption Press the 4 or Zei button to highlight Closed Caption and press OK Press the 4 or button to choose Display and press OK Press the 4 or button to choose from CC1 CC2 CC3 CC4 TEXT1 TEXT2 TEXT3 TEXT4 Press OK to save your choice Display Captions on Mute Off 4 9 6 Closed Caption on Mute La Press the 8 or button to highlight Captions _ on Mute and press OK Press the 4 button to choose On and press OK Ny to save your choice Now when the sound is Muted Closed Caption wil
47. cables are available for purchase from www vizioce com or by calling 888 VIZIOCE 888 849 4623 HDMI 2 Connect the secondary source for digital video such as a DVD multimedia player or set top box through this all digital connector The white color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection For users who want to connect to a DVI enabled device use a DVI HDMI cable and connect the Analog Audio output of the device to the L R AUDIO here Your VIZIO Certified HDMI and HDMI DVI cables are available for purchase from www vizioce com or by calling 888 VIZIOCE 888 849 4623 RGB PC Connect the video and audio from a computer here The blue color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection COMPONENT 1 YPb CbPr Cr with Audio L R Connect the primary source for component video devices such as a DVD Player or set top box here From left to right use green for Y blue for Pb or Cb red for Pr or Cr white for left audio and red for right audio inputs The green color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection COMPONENT 2 YPb CbPr Cr with Audio L R Connect the secondary source for component video devices such as a DVD Player or set top box here From left to right use green for Y blue for Pb or Cb red for Pr or Cr white for left audio and red for right audio inputs The purple color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection AV1 In Connect the primary source for composite video devices s
48. ce the amount of bass Balance and the button to increase the amount of bass Jag E o When finished press OK d sl Auto Volume Off 4 7 2 Treble S Speakers Off Fixed Volume pa T pa k pa T Press the 4 or button to highlight Treble and Kao Out press OK The value range is O to 20 the default being 10 Use the button to reduce the amount of treble and the button to increase the amount of bass When finished press OK 4 7 3 Balance Press the Wor button to highlight Balance and press OK The value range is 10 to 10 the default being O Use the DN button to move the sound to the left speaker and the C button to move the sound to the right speaker When finished press OK 4 7 4 SRS TS XT Press the Wor button to highlight SRS TS XT and press OK Press the or button to turn on or off TruSurround ST by SRS Labs This feature produces a surround sound effect with the left and right speakers in the HDTV When finished press OK 4 7 5 Auto Volume Press the Wor button to highlight Auto Volume and press OK Press the 4 or button to turn on or off Auto Volume This feature adjusts the volume so that it is the same level for all inputs When finished press OK 4 7 6 Speakers Press the Wor Lei button to highlight Speakers and press OK Press the 4 or button to turn on or off the HDTV speakers When finished press OK 4 7 7 Audio Out Press the Wor button to highlight
49. cted to earth in the building installation Version 7 6 2006 3 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Opening the Package Your VIZIO GV46L HDTV 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 GV46L HDTV is in good condition and that all of the accessories are included Check inside the top of the carton in case the packing pieces holding the Accessory Box are stuck there The GV46L HDTV weighs approximately 82lbs and about 43 wide x 32 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 Package Contents VIZIO GV46L 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 BOOB TTEA esooce Registration Card e FA ut D oo 4 NO eee ele AL at o VIP Services Brochure Version 7 6 2006 4 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Additional Certified Accessories for the VIZIO GV46L HDTV are sold separately Wall Mounts High De
50. d With the PIP Mode highlighted press OK Press en Eee PIF the 4 or button to choose from Large PIP PIP Position Top Left Small PIP POP and Off When finished press OK Press the 4 or 1 button to highlight PIP Position and press OK Press the 4 or button to choose from Top Left Top Right Bottom Left and Bottom Right When finished press OK Press the 4 or fei button to highlight PIP Input and press OK Press the aj Or IKA button to choose from AV1 S Video or video AV2 S Video or video Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 and RGB S Video has priority If a signal is connected to AV1 S Video by itself or signals are connected to AV1 S Video and AV1 Video simultaneously then S Video will be the only choice for AV1 If a signal is connected to AV1 Video only then Video will be the only choice for AV1 The same input priority scheme applies to AV2 For more information regarding the PIP source options see section 4 10 2 PIP POP Mode on page 59 PIP Input RGB Version 7 6 2006 52 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 7 Audio Settings When the MENU button is pressed the On Screen Display OSD appears on the Image Settings page Press the button to change to the Audio Settings page 4 7 1 Bass Press the G button to highlight the Bass selection and then press the OK button Bass The value range is O to 20 the default being 10 Treble Use the button to redu
51. digital TV channels were found with Auto Scan then selecting this option enables the TV to scan again to try to find any missing channels 1 Press the 2 button to highlight Manual Time Zone Eastern Time Scan and then press the OK button T l Note A channel will be missed if it is not Cable Air Auto Auto transmitting at the time of the scan and so Scan gt you should try again at a time when you E e ng know the station is transmitting programs e A channel will also be missed if it is too Channel Skip gt weak to be received Re orientation of the tr Digital Audio Out PCM antenna or changing to a higher gain antenna may help but note that any changes to the antenna may affect other channels 2 The Manual Scan screen now appears and this can be used in two ways The screen defaults to Add On Mode and pressing the OK button at this stage makes the TV scan the whole channel range again Press EXIT to navigate away from this screen Note If the OK button is pressed then the automatic scanning will start again 3 Ifthe p or G button is pressed first then the Range Mode is activated so that you can specify a smaller range of channels to be scanned again Press the Lei button to highlight From Channel and enter the channel using the number buttons then press the Le button again to highlight To Channel and enter the channel using the number buttons Press OK to start scanning Press EXIT to navigate away from
52. distribute to consumers on the sales floor The file may be downloaded online at www dtv gov While you re there check out the other useful information in the FCC is making available to consumers interested in learning more about the analog to digital transition Version 7 6 2006 68 www VIZIOCE com 7 3 Index A Accessories 5 Adjustments Audio Settings 53 Choosing Channels to Skip when Channel Surfing 39 Closed Caption for Composite Video 57 Closed Caption for S Video 57 Closed Caption on Mute 57 Display Settings 52 Image Cleaner 57 Language of OSD 57 Menu On Screen Display 46 Parental Controls 54 PC Image Settings 49 Reset to Factory Default 57 Selecting the Screen Size 14 43 58 68 Setup for Video and PC 57 Sleep Timer 60 Stepping through TV Channels 43 Time Zone 35 TV and Video Image Settings 47 Volume 43 63 Advanced Image Settings PC Advanced Image Settings 51 TV and Video Advanced Image Settings 50 Advanced Settings PC Auto Adjustment 51 Backlight 52 Clocks Line 51 Color Temp 51 Image Position 51 Phase 51 Advanced Settings TV and Video Backlight 50 Dynamic Contrast 50 Fleshtone 50 Noise Reduction 50 Audio Settings Auto Volume 53 Bass Treble and Balance 53 Fixed or Variable Output 53 Speakers On or Off 53 SRS TruSurround XT 53 C Cleaning 63 Co ax1al RF Connecting for DTV 27 Connecting for TV 28 Component Connecting your DVD Player 20 Connecting your Set T
53. e wide screen 16x9 display with at least 720 progressively scanned lines 720P or 1080 interlaced lines 10801 and Dolby digital surround sound HDTV provides 900 000 2 1 million pixels Integrated HDTV An HDTV that has the digital tuner built into the set It does not need a separate set top box to receive over the air DTV signals Interlace Scan A way to scan vertical lines onto a TV picture by scanning all the odd lines first then filling the in the even lines this happens instantaneously Plug and Play or Digital Cable Ready A DTV or other device for digital cable consumers that plugs directly into the cable jack and does not require a separate set top box Plug and Play TV owners must obtain a CableCARD from their cable company in order to view scrambled programming services Progressive Scan A way to scan vertical lines onto a TV picture by scanning all the lines consecutively progressively Standard Definition TV SDTV Basic digital television transmission that may be displayed with fewer than 480 progressively scanned lines 480P in 16 x 9 or 4 x 3 format 480 interlaced 480i is the quality of today s analog TV system source Buying a Digital Television CEA HDTV Guide 2005 Note The Federal Communications Commission FCC the Consumer Electronics Association CEA and the Consumer Electronics Retailers Coalition CERC have made a new tip sheet available for digital television DTV retailers to reproduce and
54. e RGB PC Audio input purple area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 4 Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and PC Computer 5 Select RGB using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the RGB button on the Remote Control For the best picture quality when connecting a pc computer through RGB PC set your pc computer timing mode to VESA 1024x768 at 60Hz Please refer to the pc or graphic card s user guide for additional information on how to set the timing mode Refer to your pc computer user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product A RGB VGA cable and stereo mini jack cable are not included and can be purchased at an electronics store Version 7 6 2006 30 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Chapter 3 Setting Up to Watch Television For Preparing Your LCD HDTV for Wall Mounting see page 6 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 LCD HDTV and then plug the power cord into an AC wall socket 2 Connect Audio and Video Cables to the LCD HDTV see pages 17 30 for detailed steps 3 Turning Power On Once all the components are connected press the Power ON button on the side of the LCD HDTV or press the Power ON Red button on the remote control 4 Select Input Source Select the Input Source for the LCD HDTV by pressing the INPUT button on t
55. e amount of color selected and the G button to increase the amount of color selected When finished adjusting a color press the OK button to save and exit the color selected Press the D button to return to the Image Settings menu Version 7 6 2006 51 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 5 6 Backlight Press the 4 or Zei button to highlight Backlight and then press OK Press the 4 or button to ig choose from High Medium or Low a Image Position The Backlight level does not affect the Brightness Phase black level or Contrast white level of the picture vi it adjusts the lamp current and this affects the overall brilliance of the picture o Color Temp Backlight Auto Adjustment Clocks Line 4 6 Display Settings When the MENU button is pressed the On Screen Display OSD appears on the Image Settings page Press the button to change to the Aspect Ratio Display Settings page PIP 4 6 1 Aspect Ratio Press the G button to highlight the Aspect Ratio selection and then press the OK button Press the or button to choose from Panoramic available only in video mode 4 3 16 9 or Zoom not available for RGB input For additional information see Section 4 10 Understanding Viewing Features on page 58 4 6 2 PIP Picture In Picture Press the 7 button to highlight the PIP selection and then press the OK button The PIP Display Settings sub menu will be displaye
56. e wire plug have an electrician install the correct outlet or use an adapter to ground the appliance safely Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug Do not overload power strips and extension cords Overloading can result in fire or electric shock 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 one may cause fire or electric shock Do not touch the power cord during lightning To avoid electric shock avoid handling 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 GV46L LCD HDTV from damage due to power surges 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 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 yours
57. ed in AV1 amp AV2 2x Composite Video plus Stereo Audio AV1 amp AV2 1x 5 1 Audio from DTV input only SPDIF Optical 1x Stereo Audio RCA 1x Headphone Stereo Mini Jack Zero Bright Pixel PIP POP CC V Chip 3D Comb Filter Zoom Freeze DCDi De Interlace 3 2 or 2 2 Reverse Pull down ATSC with 8VSB amp QAM demodulation with MPEG 2 decoding NTSC Video decoding via RF Antenna Cable or Satellite or Video CVBS S Video or Component Progressive Scan Video via Component YPbPr VGA or HDMI HDTV via HDMI or Component YPbPr Computer 640x480 800x600 1024x768 via VGA or 640x480 via HDMI SRS TruSurround XT Color Temperature of 6500K 5400K and 9300K default in VGA 6500K in Video Independent Red Green and Blue adjustment in TV Video HDMI and VGA for user fine tuning of color temperature with reset Detachable 10W x 2 20W Sub 50 000 hours to half the original brightness IEC Connector for direct power line connection 100 240Vac at 50 60Hz 260W average Temperature 5 C 35 C Relative Humidity 20 8096 Altitude 0 14 000 ft Temperature 20 C 50 C Relative Humidity 10 90 Altitude 0 40 000 ft 44 4 W x 31 0 H x 10 5 D with stand 44 4 W x 29 5 H x 5 4 D without stand 44 4 W x 26 5 H x 4 8 D without stand amp speakers 82 1 Ib with speakers and stand 74 1 Ib with speakers 68 1 Ib without stand amp speakers 97 2 2 lb CSA FCC Class B Product specificat
58. elf 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 Operating the product in environments with heavy dust or high 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 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 GV46L LCD HDTV 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 Hum
59. er volume and mute will work Version 7 6 2006 62 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 6 1 Maintenance Important 1 Make sure that the power cable is removed from the socket before cleaning the TV 2 Do not use volatile solvent such as toluene rosin and alcohol to clean the TV Such chemicals may damage the housing screen glass and remote control and cause paint to peel Cleaning the Housing and Remote Control de Use the VIZIO soft cloth included for cleaning 2 If the housing or remote control is seriously contaminated use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the display Wring water out of the cloth before cleaning to prevent water from penetrating into the housing Wipe the display with a dry cloth after cleaning Cleaning the Screen 1 Use the VIZIO soft cotton cloth included to gently clean the screen 2 The screen glass is very fragile Do not scrape it with any sharp object Do not press or tap the screen to avoid cracking When the screen is seriously contaminated use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the display Wring water out of the cloth before cleaning to prevent water from penetrating into the housing Wipe the display with a dry cloth after cleaning 6 2 Troubleshooting Guide If the TV fails or the performance changes dramatically check the display in accordance with the following instruction
60. ern Time Cable Air Auto Auto Scan Manual Scan Digital Audio Out NBC4 LA WX Plus Coming KTLA D1 TUBE KTLA D2 KABC HD i i aa sat ein ed ate ma pal 4 ELL E i 2 1 KCBS DT 4 1 NBC4 LA 4 2 WX Plus Coming KTLA D1 KTLA D2 KABC HD VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 3 3 5 Digital Audio Out Follow the steps in Section 3 3 2 page 34 to display the DTV Tuner Setup menu Press the Lei button to highlight Digital Audio Out 3 Time Zone Eastern Time Press the OK button Use the 4 or button to choose either PCM Dolby Digital or Off for the output Press the OK button to save and exit this feature Manual Scan Channel Skip Cable Ar Auto Auto Scan Refer to Section 3 3 2 page 34 and follow the instructions to display DTV Tuner Setup menu ER DTV Tuner Setup DTV Tuner Setup Although this is digital TV some broadcasts will have analog Closed Caption instead of digital Parental Control Closed Caption but your VIZIO GV46L HDTV can display either Press the 4 or button to highlight Closed Caption and press the OK button The settings on this menu page will set the default for all DTV channels When viewing a channel Closed Caption you can change the Closed Caption setting using the CC button on the remote but it will only affect l WG that channel and if you change channels and Digital Closed Caption OFF come back to the original one the Closed Caption setting will rever
61. ersion 7 6 2006 23 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual For Set Top Boxes with DUI 1 Turn off the power to the LCD 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 1 Input white color area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3 Using an audio cable white and red connectors connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the DVI output on your HDTV Set Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the HDMI 1 input white area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 4 Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set Top Box 5 Select HDMI 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the HDMI button on the Remote Control Note The HDMI Input is for HD Video and will only support 640x480 at 60Hz from a PC Use the RGB PC input for a greater selection of PC formats The HDMI input on the LCD TV supports High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP HDCP encrypts the transmission between the video source and the digital display for added security and protection If you are already using the HDMI 1 input for another component or you do not want to use the HDMI 1 input for the Set Top Box you can connect the Set Top Box to the HDMI 2 connection Refer to your HDTV Set Top Box user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product or c
62. ess and slightly decreases brightness level for an optimized picture Sport automatically increases contrast and tase il Eoo saturation levels for an optimized picture When finished press the p button to save and exit this setting Picture Mode Custom Contrast Saturation Advanced 4 2 2 Brightness Press the 4 or Le button to highlight Brightness and then press the OK button to access this selection The menu page will disappear and be replaced by a smaller Brightness Indicator Bar so you can see the brightness level between the minimum 0 and maximum 100 levels Use the p button to reduce the brightness and the gt button to increase the brightness When finished press the OK button to save and exit this setting Brightness CE 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 will look washed out 4 2 3 Contrast Press the or button to highlight Contrast and then press the OK button to access this selection The menu page will disappear and be replaced by a smaller Contrast Indicator Bar so you can see the contrast level between the minimum 0 and maximum 100 levels Use the 9 button to reduce the contrast and the C button to increase the contrast When finished press the OK button to save and exit this setting The Contrast adjusts the wh
63. et information about availability in your area type of antenna and in which direction to point your antenna The channel availability through cable depends upon which channels your cable operator supplies in Clear QAM consult your cable operator for more information Language English 3 Press the fr and 2 buttons to highlight gen Factory Reset No the DTV Menu sub menu Press the OK N button to select this sub menu This will display the DTV Tuner Setup menu Image Cleaner Firmware Version DTV Tuner Setup 4 The DTV Tuner Setup sub menu is now i shown on the screen The DIV Tuner eae Setup option should be highlighted if not 2 Parental Control use the 4 or ei button to highlight it Press the OK button on the remote control and the next DTV Tuner Setup sub menu will be shown Version 7 6 2006 34 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual O 5 If necessary highlight the Time Zone Eastern Time feature by using the 4 or button Cable Air Auto Auto Press the C button to select this option Scan Setting the correct Time Zone for your A Manual Scan area will ensure that the correct program po times are shown after pressing the GUIDE Channel Skip button on the remote control e A Digital Audio Out Time Zone Cable Ar Auto 6 Select your time zone using the 4 or button When finished press the OK ma button to save and exit this option dan Manual Scan Channel
64. finition Cables Extra or replacement Remote VIZIO also offers Installation Services and Extended Warranty Services for your VIZIO GV46L HDTV To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your VIZIO product visit our web site at www vizioce com or call us toll free at 888 VIZIOCE 888 849 4623 Installation Preparation Please read this user manual carefully before installing your VIZIO HDTV The power consumption of the TV is about 260W 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 If 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 installation may induce poor ventilation and excessive component damage VIZIO offers professional installation services Please contact VIZIO for more information on these services at 888 VIZIOCE 888 849 4623 or www vizioce com Version 7 6 2006 5 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual
65. ge Position Press the or button to highlight Image Position and then press the OK button The menu will be replaced by a small direction Backlight 7 panel to aid in the positioning of the picture using the AAA buttons When finished press the OK button Clocks Line Color Temp 4 5 3 Phase Press the 4 or button to highlight Phase and then press OK Use the J and C buttons to remove any horizontal distortion and clear sharpen the displayed characters When finished press the OK button 4 5 4 Clocks Line Press the 4 or button to highlight Clocks Line and then press OK Use the D and G buttons to remove any vertical distortion and clear sharpen the displayed characters When finished press the OK button 4 5 5 Color Temp Press the Wor Zei button to highlight Color Temp and then press OK Use the 8 or button to select from the options Warm 5400K Standard 6500K Cool 9300K or User User Color allows you to adjust the White Color Temperature color shade of white if you wish to fine tune the factory default setting Color Temperature is measured in degrees Kelvin K and PC graphics are made with a 9300K color temperature The factory default is set at 9300K The User Color Image Settings sub menu will be displayed Press the 4 or button to highlight the color you wish to adjust Red Green or Blue The value range is O to 100 the default being 50 Use the button to reduce th
66. he LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the Component button on the Remote Control If you are already using the Component 1 input for another component or you do not want to use the Component 1 input for the DVD player you can connect the DVD player to the Component 2 connections coded by the purple area Refer to your DVD player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product Version 7 6 2006 20 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 2 2 3 Using S Video AV Connecting your DVD Player Good 1 Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player 2 Connect the S Video jack on the rear of your DVD player to the S Video jack associated red area with the AV1 group yellow area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3 Using an audio cable white and red connectors connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the S Video output on your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the AV1 input yellow area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 4 Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player 5 Select AV1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the AV button on the Remote Control If you are already using the AV1 input for another component or you do not want to use the AV1 input for the DVD player you can connect the DVD player to the AV2 connections coded by the red area and orange are
67. he channel number and name KA the format in which the program is broadcast 480i SD A N 480P SD 720P HD 1080i HD audio channel 1 2 or 2 2 omitted if alternate channel is not broadcast language program title program start and end time program rating and if CC is available ae MA When you press the INFO button on the remote yu Wee not only get the information header displayed but also BE tege SC ky ANNA a short summary of the program content when Sa Wem available from the broadcaster If you do nothing else with the INFO button these panels will remain on the screen even when changing channels Zoom 9 00 AM 9 50 AM TV Y Press the INFO button and the program summary will disappear but the information header will remain A private corpor funded b ti y the American People ation 50 2 KOCE SD Press the INFO button again and only the channel number and name will remain Press the INFO button one more time and this will disappear Version 7 6 2006 44 O www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 3 7 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 of the panel san i e Fri 9 Sep 2005 9 36 30 AM 22 1 lt 28 1 KCET HD Today 9 00 AM history Detectives Today 10 00 AM Aleutians Cradle of the Storms Today 11 00 A
68. he side of the TV or using the Input button on the remote control Pressing this button will cycle you through the following options DTV TV RGB AV1 S Video or Video AV2 S Video or Video Component 1 Component 2 HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 You can also select them by using the TV AV Component and HDMI buttons on the remote S Video has priority If a signal is connected to AV1 S Video by itself or signals are connected to AV1 S Video and AV1 Video simultaneously then S Video will be the only choice for AV1 If a signal is connected to AV1 Video only then Video will be the only choice for AV1 The same input priority scheme applies to AV2 3 2 Using TV with an Antenna or Cable 3 2 1Ficst Time TV Use If an antenna or cable source is connected to the DTV TV input you will need to select TV using the INPUT button on the remote control or the side of the LCD HDTV or directly Channel Scan Required by pressing the TV button on the remote control and Auto Scan for the available TV channels The screen will show snow and an OSD panel that says Channel Scan Required Press Menu Press Menu Note If you do not see this option within the OSD you might have selected the wrong input in the previous steps and you will need to repeat step 4 above to select the correct input source Version 7 6 2006 31 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 3 2 2 Setting TV Channels Picture Mode Custom Brightne
69. idity 10 90 non condensing Altitude 0 14 000ft Version 7 6 2006 2 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L 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 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 ANSI 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 GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT nee section 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS nec section 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS DEE ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMEN POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM nec ART 250 PART H Lightning 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 conne
70. image does not If you are using RGB mode make sure that H Size and V Position in the On Screen cover the entire screen Display OSD are set correctly If you are using TV AV1 AV2 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 Make sure that the volume is not turned down cannot hear sound Make sure that the sound is not muted Make sure that your audio input source cables are connected securely and correctly The TV has pixels that are Your LCD HDTV is manufactured using an extremely high level of precision always dark or colored technology however sometimes some pixels of your LCD HDTV may not display Pixel defects within industry specifications are inherent to this type of product and do not constitute a defective product You see noise or trash on When your LCD HDTV s digital capabilities exceed a digital broadcast signal the the screen signal is up converted increased to match your TV s display capabilities Up converting can cause noise or trash You switch to a different input The TV remembers the volume level from the last time you adjusted it If the sound and the volume changes level is higher or lower from another source then the loudness will change You switch to a different input The TV remembers the viewing mode from the last time you used a particular input and the screen size changes
71. ion Separating the color in this way avoids analog cross color effects where closely spaced black and white lines are erroneously displayed in color It also enables text to be displayed more sharply Ke Ke Yellow AV1 2 Composite The complete video signal is Good KI NG F and carried through this single pin connector This is the analog Orange most commonly used video connection Note For more info refer to the Quick Start Guide Version 7 6 2006 17 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 2 2 Connecting Your DVD Player You have several options for connecting your DVD player to your GV46LHDTV HDMI Component S Video and Composite AV inputs Based on your home theater configuration you can decide which option is the right one for you 2 2 1 Using HDMI DVD players that have a digital interface such as HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface should be connected to the HDMI input of the VIZIO GV46LHDTV for optimal results Note To maintain the display quality use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable available up to 10 meters or less See www VIZIOCE com or call 1 888 VIZIOCE 1 888 849 4623 for details Connecting your DVD Player Best Bub em 1 Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player 2 Connect a HDMI cable to the HDMI output of your DVD player and the other end to the HDMI 1 Input white color area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3 Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV
72. ions may change without notice or obligation Version 7 6 2006 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 7 2Glossary 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 TV screen would be 25 inches wide and 19 inches tall Aspect Ratio 16x9 Wide screen TV aspect ratio which is more like a movie screen than a traditional TV For example a 32 inch TV screen would be 28 inches wide and 16 inches tall Digital TV DTV Television delivered and displayed using radio frequency waves that contain information that is digitally encoded for improved quality and efficiency Enhanced Definition TV EDTV A better digital television transmission than SDTV with at least 480P in a 16x9 or 4x3 display and Dolby digital surround sound 480P is the quality used by most DVD players EDTV provides 300 400 000 pixels HDTV Monitor sometimes called HDTV Ready A set that can display HDTV programming if you have a separate HDTV tuner HD Cable Set Top Box or HD Satellite Set Top Box Receiver HDTV Tuner also decoder receiver set top box A device capable of receiving and outputting HDTV signals for display It may be stand alone or integrated in the set High Definition Television HDTV The best quality pictur
73. ite levels in the picture If the contrast is too low the picture will look washed out and if the contrast is too high you will not be able to see any detail in the bright parts of a picture Version 7 6 2006 47 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 2 4 Saturation Press the or button to highlight Saturation and then press the OK button to access this selection The menu page will disappear and be replaced by a smaller Saturation Indicator Bar so you can see the color saturation level between the minimum 0 and maximum 100 levels Use the D button to reduce the color and the FE button to increase the color When finished press the OK button to save and exit this setting The Saturation adjusts the amount of color in the picture 4 2 5 Hue Press the 4 or button to highlight Hue and then press the OK button to access this selection The menu page will disappear and be replaced by a smaller Hue Indicator Bar so you can see the hue between from negative 50 to positive 50 The default is 0 Use the button to change hue in the negative direction and the De button to change hue in the positive direction When finished press the OK button to save and exit this setting Hue adjusts the tint of the picture The easiest way to set tint is to look at flesh tones and adjust for a realistic appearance In most cases the default middle position is correct If people s faces look too orange try reducing the level of colo
74. l be displayed Press the O button to return to the previous menu Version 7 6 2006 57 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 10 Understanding Viewing Features Your LCD HDTV features four viewing modes and Picture In Picture PIP Picture by Picture POP mode You can switch viewing modes using the On Screen Display OSD or the remote control 4 10 1 Viewing Modes 4 3 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 referred O to as pan and scan or full frame These movies were originally filmed in 16 9 O O widescreen and then modified to fit a traditional TV screen 4 3 16 9 Mode When watching a standard broadcast or full frame movie in this mode the display image is stretched proportionately to fill the TV screen When watching a widescreen 1 78 1 source program or movie the display image fills the TV screen NOTE If you are watching a widescreen O 1 85 1 Or 2 35 12 source movie there will O O still be black bars at the top and bottom of the screen Zoom Mode When watching a widescreen 1 78 1 1 85 1 or 2 35 1 source program or movie the display image is zoomed proportionally to fill the width of the screen The top and bottom are cut off to remove most of the source material s black bars This mode is g
75. lays Rear Connection Panel Quality type rea Color Description Codes HDMI 1 2 High Definition Multimedia Interface It is the first and only industry supported uncompressed Best all digital audio video interface HDMI provides an interface between any audio video source such as a digital set top box DVD player or A V receiver and an audio and or video monitor such as a digital television DTV over a single cable Best emm DTV Coaxial RF When used for MPEG2 encoded digital L bit streams from ATSC broadcast programming this input takes advantage of the High Definition content TV Coaxial RF This is the connection for standard analog NTSC TV using antenna or cable RGB PC VGA This video input has separate red Best green and blue color components The signal carries horizontal and vertical sync information on analog the green signal This is most commonly used for PC input Component 1 2 The video signal is separated into three signals one containing the black and white Better nm e e information and the other two containing the color analog NG NG NG NGI el information This enhancement over S Video takes advantage of the superior picture provided by progressive scan DVD players and HDTV formats S Video AV1 2 The video signal is separated into two signals one containing the black and white Good information and the other containing the color informat
76. ll of the LCD HDTV connections are secure and you have selected the correct video input source 3 When using option 2a press the Channel buttons on the remote or the buttons on the side of the LCD HDTV to change the channel Note The Channel buttons on the side of the LCD and on the remote control will not work if you are watching a program using HDMI Component 1 Component 2 AV1 and AV2 inputs 3 5 Adjusting Basic LCD HDTV Settings Volume To increase or decrease the volume press and hold the VOL or VOL button on the side of the LCD HDTV or remote control until the desired level is reached TV Channels To step up or down through the available TV channels press the CH or CH button on the side of the LCD HDTV or remote control once for the next or previous channel or hold it depressed until the desired channel is reached Note Channel up and down will only operate in DIV and TV modes Wide Using this feature you can watch video content in different size modes on the TV Press the WIDE button on the remote control to switch among the modes Fore more information see Section 4 10 1 Viewing Modes on page 58 Version 7 6 2006 43 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 3 6 DTV Channel Information When a channel is selected an information header is BY KOCE High Definition Test 50 1 mg Se E y i Ai 19 00 AM TORO AM shown over the picture for a few seconds This information consists of t
77. mote control TV Previous Chapter Repeated pressing of this button switches between DTV and TV programming Note this button has been pre programmed for the VIZIO GV46LHDTV This button also functions as a DVD Previous Chapter when the DVD player is activated with the remote control AV Reverse Repeated pressing of this button with switch between AV1 and AV2 inputs Additionally this button rewinds the CD DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control COMPONENT Forward Repeated pressing of this button with switch between Component 1 and Component 2 inputs Additionally this button forwards the CD DVD or VCR when the component is activated with the remote control HDMI Next Chapter Repeated pressing of this button will switch between HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 inputs Additionally this button functions as a DVD Next Chapter when the component is activated with the remote control Version 7 6 2006 14 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual ZOOM and Use these buttons to increase or decrease the size of the picture Note that in the zoom mode parts of the picture will not be visible because they extend beyond the edges of the screen FREEZE Press this button to Freeze Frame the current screen Press this button again the continue playing RGB This button selects an RGB Analog component such as a PC PIP Use this button to activate the Picture In Picture mode PIP CH
78. n We ee 57 4 10 Understanding Viewing Features uk 58 4 10 1 Viewing le ul 58 4 10 2 PIP POP Mode 11220 aa 59 4 10 3 Adjusting Basic PIP POP Settings 111111710 nne 59 4 11 Setting the Sleep fuer 60 Chapter 5 Programming the VIZIO Universal HeemcteCorcroOt cece eee 6I 5 1 1 Programming for VCR 011 trte AEENAAEEEAEEEEAAEEEEEEEEAEEEEEEE EEES EEEn nErenn eeen 61 5 1 2 Programming for Cable Set Top Box 61 5 1 3 Programming tor DVD PAY Ep a anan ANN BABENG ATA AARAL 62 5 1 4 Searching for Component Codes 0m 62 5 2 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote AA 62 Chapter 6 Maintenance and TroblesbwocticO aaa 63 a AA a 63 6 2 Troubleshooting Guide 011 11111110 rttr rAEE AAEE Oorr EE Antro rnEEo enero annene n ene 63 6 3 Telephone amp Technical Support 65 6 4 Compliance aaa a a ore er eae AA AA AA AA AA AA Aa 66 6 5 FCC Class B Radio Interference Giatement nnen 66 Chapter 7 Miscellaneous Information WEEN 67 7 1 Specifications errr rrre rrr e rrr e nEn EEEnEAEEE EEES AEES EEES EEEn E Erener e nErenn erreen 67 7 2 Glossary Standard Definitions 1111071110001010 EnEn rnrn Errena reenen enn 68 ANO AA eer ne eee eee een mene ere eee 69 TA Limited ele drei A AIFAIMY EE 71 7 4 1 VIZIO Extended Service Wartrantv 71 7 5 Component Program COGSS E 72 Version 7 6 2006 9 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Chapter 1 Basic Controls and Connections 1 1 Front Panel
79. ns Try other codes that may include more functionality 3 1 4 Searching For Component Codes If you cannot find the manufacturer in the component list or the program code does not work you can use the remote control to search for the correct component code To search for a component code 1 Turn on the component Press the matching component button on the remote control Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED flashes twice Press 991 The LED flashes twice Point the remote control at the component and then alternate between pressing the POWER button and the component button on the remote control until the component turns off If the component still does not respond clear the component button then repeat the search procedure a NS 5 2 Using a Cable or Satellite Remote Your VIZIO remote uses codes 11758 and 10178 to work your LCD HDTV To use a cable or satellite remote to work the LCD HDTV refer to your cable or satellite remote user guide for more information on how to program the remote If your cable or satellite remote uses a 5 digit code like most Direct TV units first try 11758 and then if that does not work 10178 If your cable or satellite remote uses a 4 digit code try 1758 and then 0178 as an alternative If your cable or satellite remote uses a 3 digit code Echostar or Dish Network for example use code 627 Note Some buttons may not function as expected on your cable or satellite remote Typically pow
80. onsult your cable or satellite operator Version 7 6 2006 24 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 2 3 2 Using Component Video Connecting your Set Top Box Better E 1 Turn off the power to the LCD 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 group green color area row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3 Connect the Pb blue color connector on your HDTV Set Top Box to the corresponding Pb blue color connector in the Component 1 group green color area row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV at the rear of the LCD HDTV 4 Connect the Pr red color connector on your HDTV Set Top Box to the corresponding Pr red color connector in the Component 1 group green color area row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV at the rear of the LCD HDTV 5 Using an audio cable white and red connectors connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on your HDTV Set Top Box and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input green color area at the rear of the LCD HDTV 6 Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and HDTV Set Top Box T Select Component 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDT
81. ood for programs or movies with sub titles Panoramic Mode When watching a standard broadcast or full frame movie in this mode the 4 3 Aspect Ratio 1 33 1 source display image is stretched horizontally on the left and right sides to fill the TV screen The center of the image is not stretched Note Viewing modes are saved based on input For example you lasted watched a DVD in widescreen mode and then watched TV in standard mode When you switch back to DVD input the viewing mode will return to widescreen Version 7 6 2006 58 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 10 2 PIP POP 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 displayed in a small window sub screen The sub screen can be set to small medium or large See below for detailed information regarding the PIP sources Component Component LI Gei lt j lt gt lt lt lt NS lt z Kh AV2 RGB HDMI 1 HDMI 2 AT SN NG BIN STUN Nf SN SN SN AV Component 1 Component 2 lt N V V v V V V V V v V V v V V V v V V y V lt GN wl K r Nf SN SN CHIT Nf r r fe Wl r Nf r e STUN Sf fy K N y Indicates which inputs are available for PIP and POP modes 4 10 3 Adjusting Basic PIP
82. op Box 25 Composite AV Connecting your DVD Player 21 22 Connecting your VCR 26 Version 7 6 2006 VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Connecting your Video Camera 26 Controls Front Panel 10 Side Panel 10 D Display Settings Aspect Ratio 52 PIP 52 POP 52 DVI Connecting your DVD Player 19 Connecting your Set Top Box 24 E Extended Warranty 73 F Firmware Version 57 G Glossary 68 H HDMI Connecting your DVD Player 18 Connecting your Set Top Box 23 Inputs Antenna 3 Connectors 17 Rear Label 11 Rear Label 12 Installation Base removal 6 Preparation 3 Safety Instructions 2 Speaker Removal 7 Wall Mounting 5 6 O OSD Brightness Adjustment 67 Contrast Adjustment 67 Outputs Using 5 1 Surround with a Home Theatre System 29 Using an external Receiver Amp 29 www VIZIOCE com P Parental Controls Block Unrated Programs 55 Change Password 54 Clear All 54 Movie Rating 55 Resetting the Password 56 Setting a Password 56 Settings 54 TV Rating 54 PC Picture Adjust Brightness 49 Contrast 49 PIP and POP Inputs 59 R Remote Batteries 16 Layout 13 Range 16 Remote Control Codes for other devices 74 Programming to work your DVD Player 62 Programming to work your Set Top Box 61 Programming to work your VCR 61 Searching for Codes 62 Setting the Sleep Timer 60 Using your Cable or Satellite Remote to Operate your VIZIO TV 62 RGB Connecting your PC
83. or Video Camera to the AV2 connections coded by the red area and orange area Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product Version 7 6 2006 26 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 2 5 Connecting Coaxial RF 2 5 1 Using Your Antenna or Digital Cable for DTV AC IN mm SPEAKER 1 Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV 2 Connect the coaxial RF connector from your antenna or digital cable to the DTV TV CABLE ANTENNA connector at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3 Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV 4 Select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote or side of the LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the TV button on the Remote Control Not all digital TV broadcasts are High Definition HD Refer to the program guides or consult your cable satellite or TV station operator Digital broadcasts are not available in all areas Refer to www antennaweb org for detailed information Make sure the antenna and coaxial cable are correctly grounded For Professional antenna installation contact VIZIO at www VIZIOCE com or call 1 888 VIZIOCE 1 888 849 4623 Version 7 6 2006 2 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 2 5 2 Using Your Antenna or Cable for TV AC IN mm SPEAKER 1 Turn off the power to the LCD HDTV 2 Connect the coaxial RF connector from your antenna or cable to the
84. player user manual for more information about the video output requirements of the product Version 7 6 2006 19 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 2 2 2 Using Component Video Connecting your DVD Player Better 1 Turn off the power to the LCD 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 area row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV at the rear of the LCD HDTV 3 Connect the Pb blue color connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pb blue color connector in the Component 1 group green color area row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV at the rear of the LCD HDTV 4 Connect the Pr red color connector on your DVD player to the corresponding Pr red color connector in the Component 1 group green color area row of connectors nearest to you when viewing from the rear of the TV at the rear of the LCD HDTV O Using an audio cable white and red connectors connect the cable to the audio output connectors associated with the Component output on your DVD player and connect the other end to the audio connectors associated with the Component 1 input green color area at the rear of the LCD HDTV D Turn on the power to the LCD HDTV and DVD player Select Component 1 using the INPUT button on the remote or side of t
85. pliance Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the GV46L LCD HDTV A distance of at least 3 feet should be maintained between the GV46L LCD HDTV 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 GV46L LCD HDTV and to protect it from overheating be sure these openings are not blocked or covered Do not place the GV46L LCD HDTVin a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided Never push any object into the slot on the GV46L LCD HDTV cabinet Do not place any objects on the top of the product It could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock Never spill liquids on the GV46L LCD HDTV The GV46L LCD HDTV should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company The power cable must be replaced when using different voltage from that specified in the User Manual For more information contact your dealer The GV46L LCD HDTV is equipped with a three pronged grounded plug a plug with a third grounding pin This plug will fit only into a grounded power outlet as a safety feature If your outlet does not accommodate the thre
86. r CH button on the side of the TV to select Hike one of the other menu options LEE Advanced Custom Color Image Settings Display Settings Audio Settings Parental Controls Setup 3 Once the menu option is displayed press the C button on the remote control to select one of the items to adjust Press the or button on the remote control to begin adjustment of the item Press OK when finished Repeat steps 2 through 5 to adjust additional options within this menu Once the adjustments are completed press the EXIT button on the remote control to exit the OSD completely A ee R Version 7 6 2006 46 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 4 2 Image Settings for TV and Video Inputs 4 2 1 Picture Mode When the MENU button is pressed the On Screen Display OSD appears on the Image Settings page Press the G button to highlight the Picture Mode selection Press the OK button to access this selection Press the 8 or button to choose from Custom Vivid Movie Game and Sport Custom allows you to customize the features on this menu to your individual taste and the HDTV will remember them under the Custom selection Brightness Vivid automatically increases the saturation level for viewing the picture in a bright environment Movie automatically decreases the brightness and contrast level for an optimized picture 2 Hue Game automatically increases the contrast level Sharpn
87. r first as the case of this is often too much color 4 2 5 Sharpness Press the or button to highlight Sharpness and then press the OK button to access this selection The menu page will disappear and be replaced by a smaller Sharpness Indicator Bar so you can see the sharpness level between the minimum 0 and maximum 24 levels Use the button to reduce the sharpness and the G button to increase the sharpness When finished press the OK button to save and exit this setting The Sharpness adjusts the sharpness of the picture 4 2 7 Custom Color Press the oM button to highlight Custom Color and then press the OK button to access this selection Custom Color allows you to adjust the White Color Temperature color shade of white if you wish to fine tune the factory default setting Color Temperature is measured in degrees Kelvin K television programming and movies are produced with a 6500K color temperature and this is the temperature that should be used for faithful reproduction of the program color Higher color temperatures result in a bluish white picture The factory default is set at 6500K The Custom Color Image Settings sub menu will be displayed Press the 4 or 7 button to highlight the color you wish to adjust Red Green or Blue The value range is O to 100 the default being 50 Use the J button to reduce the amount of color selected and the button to increase the amount of color selected When finished
88. s Remember to check the peripherals to pinpoint the source of the failure If the display still fails to perform as expected contact the VIZIO for assistance by calling 1 714 668 0588 or e mail us at techsupport vinc com No power Make sure the power button is ON White VIZIO logo Make sure AC power cord is securely connected to the AC socket Plug another electrical device like a radio to the power outlet to verify that the outlet is supplying the proper voltage No sound Check your audio connection Press MUTE on the remote control again so that MUTE disappears from the screen Check your audio settings your TV audio may be set to SAP speakers Off or min Press the Volume Up key on your remote control Make sure that headphones are not connected If the screen is black Check your input connections Version 7 6 2006 63 www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Power is ON but no screen Make sure the video cable supplied with the TV is secured to the correct video image output port on the back of the VCR and the TV Make any cable you have attached to the TV is secured to the correct output your Set Top Box DVD etc Adjust brightness and contrast Check Source settings Wrong or abnormal colors If any colors red green or blue are missing check the video cable to make sure it appear is securely connected Control buttons do not work Press only one button at a time Remote Control does not
89. splay OSD menu Basa 5 Press the 9 button on the remote to 3 Treble highlight the Audio Settings menu Balance 6 Press the C button on the remote to eee o select the Audio Settings menu d 7 Press the button on the remote to a EE on highlight Speakers and then press the bk Speakers Off r OK button 8 Press the fei button on the remote to select OFF so that the sound will now be routed through your Receiver Amp system Press EXIT on the remote to close the OSD Note a Refer to your Receiver Amp user manual to select the corresponding audio input b The audio output is not amplified and cannot be connected directly to external speakers Optical Output of Audio received with HD Programs a NG ITA a OIC ud DTV TV AC IN SERVICE 2 CG N CABLE ANTENNA SPEAKER If your sound system has a SPDIF optical digital audio input you can connect it to the optical DIGITAL AUDIO OUT gray area at the rear of the LCD HDTV This is active when receiving digital audio with the programs from the DTV TV CABLE ANTENNA input Version 7 6 2006 29 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 2 7 Connecting a PC Computer 1 Turn off the power to the LCD 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 LCD HDTV Di Connect the Audio Out on your pc computer to th
90. ss Contrast 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control to open the OSD menu The E Saturation Image Settings Menu will be displayed Hue Sharpness Advanced Custom Color 2 Press the 4 button on the remote once Closed Caption gt to highlight the Setup menu and then Language English press OK to select the menu i Factory Reset No Image Cleaner 3 Press the C and Ze buttons to highlight the TV Menu sub menu Press the button to select this sub menu Firmware Version 4 Once selected press the ei button to highlight Cable Antenna Press the OK button to adjust this option and then press BIO Sapa the 4 or button to select the Cable or Set Channel Antenna to match the source you have connected to the DTV TV input at the rear of the LCD HDTV Cable Antenna 5 Press the p button when you have finished your selection Version 7 6 2006 32 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 6 Press the 4 button until Auto Scan is highlighted Te Set Ch Add 7 Press the E button to start the search 2 oe When finished Auto Scan Completed g Cable Antenna Antenna will be displayed at the top of the screen Note This will take a few minutes to complete E X 3 2 3 Adding or Deleting Skipping TY Channels To select a TV channel to be skipped when channel surfing with the CH buttons or to be added to these feature follo
91. t back to the one set here in the en Digital Caption Style OSD To set Analog Closed Caption for all DTV channels use the 4 or ei button to highlight the Analog Closed Caption option Version 7 6 2006 39 CH www VIZIOCE com Press the H button to select this option Using the W or button to select the Closed Caption service required usually CC1 When finished press the OK button to save and exit this option NOTE Analog Closed Caption has priority over Digital Closed Caption and so when selected will be the default setting for all DTV channels Use the CC button on the remote to change the setting when viewing a channel To set Digital Closed Caption for all DTV channels use the 4 or button to highlight the Digital Closed Caption option Press the G button to select this option Using the 4 or button to select the Closed Caption service required usually Service 1 NOTE The default setting for all DTV channels will now be Closed Caption On in this example Service 1 option To change the look of the Digital Closed Caption information highlight Digital Caption Style using the Lei button Press the OK button Version 7 6 2006 VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual Analog Closed Caption Digital Closed Caption 0 Digital Caption Style p Analog Closed Caption OFF Digital Closed Caption Digital Caption Style Analog Closed Caption OFF Digital Closed Caption OFF 40
92. tended Service Warranty Protect your investment beyond the standard warranty and experience piece of mind with VIZIO s Extended Service Warranty Depending on your model plans are offered for 2 5 years Visit www vizioce com or call 1 800 988 4196 to purchase a plan today Version 7 6 2006 71 CH www VIZIOCE com 7 5 Component Program Codes 20240 20278 20184 20121 20209 20002 20479 Craig 20037 20047 20240 20072 Curtis Mathes 20060 20035 20162 CyberPower 21972 Daewoo 20045 20104 20278 SE Version 7 6 2006 Emerson 20035 20037 20184 20240 20045 20121 20043 20209 20002 20278 20479 20240 20038 20225 Hewlett Packard 21972 Hitachi 20037 20042 20055 Howard Computers 21972 Hughes Network 20042 20739 Systems IBUYPOWER 21972 Kenwood LG 20037 20045 20042 20209 20038 Logik 20072 Magnavox 20035 20039 20081 72 www VIZIOCE com E P H VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 20035 20081 20035 20162 Memorex 20035 20162 20037 20048 20039 20047 20240 20104 20209 20479 MGN Technology 20240 20067 20043 20035 20048 Multitech 20072 N 20035 20037 20048 20104 20067 20038 Northgate 21972 Olympus 20035 Optimus 21062 20162 20037 20048 20104 20432 Orion 20184 20209 20002 20479 Panasonic 21062 20035 20162 20616 20225 Penney 20035 20037 20240 20042 20038 Philips 20035 20081 20739 20618 G T E A C
93. ton to turn the TV on from the Standby mode Press it again to return to the Standby mode TV This button has been pre programmed to select the codes to operate the GV46LHDTV VCR This button selects a programmed VCR CABLE This button selects a programmed cable TV set top box or a satellite TV set top box DVD This button selects a programmed DVD player Number Button Pad Use these buttons to select a channel or enter a password INPUT This button allows the user to cycle through the inputs ENTER This button works as a DASH button in the DTV mode When selecting a digital channel directly use this button for the separation of main and sub channels For example channel 28 2 would be selected by the button sequence 2 8 ENTER 2 CH or These buttons change the channels up or down LAST This button recalls the previously viewed channel MUTE This button turns the sound on and off VOL or These buttons turn the volume up or down MENU Use this button for the On Screen Display OSD menus INFO This button displays the image and system information display GUIDE This button displays program information Note this button is only functional for DTV EXIT This button exits the On Screen Display OSD menus VENI G These buttons navigate the On Screen Display OSD OK Use this button to select your chosen option in On Screen Display OSD menus NOTE This is a programmable remote
94. uch as a VCR or video game Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source The yellow color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection The S Video connector in the red area is associated with AV1 and if connected will take priority over AV1 RCA connector AV2 In Connect the secondary source for composite video devices such as a VCR or video game Use the white and red connectors to connect the external audio from the same source The orange color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection The S Video connector in the red area is associated with AV2 and if connected will take priority over AV2 RCA connector Audio Out Connect the audio from the LCD HDTV to an external device such as a home theatre system external amplifier or stereo Speakers cannot be connected directly to here The gray color band on the rear of the TV indicates this connection Headphone Out Connect a headphone directly or use a wireless headphone system Version 7 6 2006 12 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 1 4 VIZIO Universal Remote Control The VIZIO Universal Remote Control is a comprehensive remote that can be used to control up to four different components The remote button functions are explained on the following pages pa We wa ma N E SET This button starts all programming of the Remote Control Remote LED Blinks when the remote operates POWER Press this but
95. w this procedure 1 Using the TV button on the remote select T TV 2 Select the channel directly by using the Auto Scan Number Buttons on the remote and then m press the OK button Ai 3 Follow steps 1 3 in the previous section EE 3 2 2 to select the TV Setup menu 4 Once selected press the ei button to e highlight Set Channel Press the OK ay button and then press the 4 or 2 button to Add or Delete the channel 5 Press the p button when finished Set Channel 3 3 Using DTV with an Antenna or Cable 3 3 1 First Time DTV Use If an antenna or cable source is connected to the DTV TV input you will need to select DTV using the INPUT button on the remote control or the side of the Channel Scan Required LCD HDTV or directly by pressing the TV button on the remote control The first time you use your DTV input you will see the information panel Channel Scan Required Press Menu Press Menu Version 7 6 2006 33 CH www VIZIOCE com VIZIO GV46L HDTV User Manual 3 3 2 Setting DTV Channels Automatically Image Settings Picture Mode Custom 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control to open the OSD menu The EES Image Settings Menu will be displayed Contrast Saturation Hue 2 Press the 4 button on the remote control to highlight the Setup menu Sharpness Advanced Custom Color Note DTV digital broadcast is not available in all areas Refer to www antennaweb org to g

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